5 50 535 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/211f4a1f00675df2a37b9dca340dd8bb.pdf 4a5784c89207a3af6678637aee475664 PDF Text Text • JV teams compete in tournament Tuesday page 6A November 28, 2006 • ASU advances to quarterfinals 500 page 7A Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpoMt.com • Winter Sports Preview Volume 81, Issue 95 Section B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SLNCE 1925 Children's Christmas Project to help 230 by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor More than 230 of Post photo by Linda Burchette The audience enjoyed a perfomance by the Mountain Overtones Barbershop chorus during the Ashe Memorial Hospital Love Light Tree ceremony Sunday evening. AMH's Love Light Tree lit the community for inclusion in the children's gift bags as needed. New, unwrapped and age appropriate gifts will be accepted at Family Central through Dec. 11. This two-decade program was directed for vnany years by the Cooperative Extension Service and Ashe County 4-H. When that agency announced last year it was giving up its lead, a call went out for the community to help and the churches responded. "We want to thank the Extension service for what they've done the past two decades," said Rev. Keith Franklin of Jefferson United Methodist Church. "We're just overwhelmed with what they've done and want to lift them up and offer our appre­ ciation for them." Blackburn explained that how the program worked this year is that school counselors itage of mountain music alive by presenting their version of old favorites and new music. They will also be performing a second music set shortly af­ ter noon. The Fleetwood Commu­ nity Center is also offering books for winter reading or as inexpensive Christmas gifts. Choose from over ten thousand new and pre-owned books at most affordable pric­ es. Saturday would be a per­ fect time to get a Christmas photo with the family or for Christmas cards. For a dona­ tion of $10 or more you can have a professional quality family portrait made. You will receive q non-copyrighted 4 x 6 print. Bring a jump drive and the photo can be down­ loaded for you. Provide your e-mail address and you can have your photo uploaded to Snapfish where you can order Christmas Cards, or a vari­ ety of photos. For more photo ideas check out www.snapfish.com/howitworks where you get free prints and free online sharing with friends. Photos will be taken all day and Santa has promised to bring his little pony for pho­ tos between 11 a.m. and noon. This is a unique Christmas gift or perfect for your family Christmas cards. The Fleetwood Community Center is still booking events for holiday gatherings with seating for up to one hundred in the cafeteria. The gym and classrooms are also available for community events, class­ es, and club gatherings. The center offers space for lease for business, retail, office or professional services with spaces available from a few hundred to several thousand square feet. See Fleetwood, page 5A See Christmas, page 5A Fleetwood Center gets ready for holidays by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Anticipation was great as the audience waited for the lights to come on. Then there was a gasp and applause when the green and white bulbs suddenly lit the dark and the Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital Love Light Tree came to life Sunday evening. The annual ceremony had a few changes this year. Ren­ ovations have taken place at the hospital so the AMH Aux­ iliary and Director Pat Coo­ per came up with the idea of placing the Love Light Tree outdoors, just outside the large picture windows of the lobby. The paper doves and stars that once hung on the tree as ornaments and sym­ bols of remembrance from contributors became green and white lights to represent loved ones. Contributors to the Love Light Tree have made do­ nations in memory (white lights) or in remembrance (green lights) of loved ones, and their names are printed out for a display case in the lobby. The tree will stay up through the holidays and the names will be displayed all the county's children will have a brighter Christmas thanks to the generosity of the commu­ nity and a wonderful effort by church leaders to continue a longtime tradition. The annual Children's Christmas Project has under­ gone a change for this year, but continues to bring smiles to many small faces. The pro­ gram was taken on by church­ es and other organizations to provide gifts for children. Led by the Ashe Baptist Association, Ashe Ministerial Association and other county churches, and assisted by the Department of Social Servic­ es, Ashe Partnership for Chil­ dren and other agencies, the Children's Christmas Project has been successful in col­ lecting toys and gifts and the community is invited to help in the wrapping and distribu­ tion. Gift wrapping will take place next week, Dec. 4-8 at Family Central in Jefferson, and distribution is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 13. Vol­ unteers are needed for both activities. The program is assist­ ing participating families with gifts provided by many churches, organizations and businesses throughout Ashe County. The community has re­ sponded with help," said Rev. David Blackburn, director of missions with the Ashe Baptist Association. The churches have taken the lead, but other agencies have of­ fered support and we appre­ ciate that. At this point, we don't need any gifts for spe­ cific children. All the children whose families responded to the program have been cov­ ered." Additional gifts includ­ ing books can be provided by The Fleetwood Commu­ nity Center is presenting the second annual Holiday Hap­ penings on Saturday, Dec. 2. It all begins at 8:30 a.m. with a pancake breakfast, followed by lunch served at noon. The Holiday Happenings event features locally handmade Christmas crafts, jewelry, or­ Post photo by Linda Burchette naments, gift ideas and other The audience participated in a reading of "Twas the Night things to get you in the holi­ Before Christmas" led by volunteer Mary Covington during day mood. Vendors will be set up in the Ashe Memorial Hospital Love Light Tree ceremony. the gym from 9 a.m. until 4 "What makes it great are the p.m. A little after 11 a.m. on year. AMH Auxiliary President volunteers with the Auxil­ radio station WKSK, the Gary Margaret Watson opened iary. And what makes this Poe Show will be broadcasting the ceremony and intro­ event great is that it slows us live from the Fleetwood Cen­ duced the speakers. Follow­ down a bit to remember our ter. Music will be provided by ing an invocation from Tom loved ones and to give thanks a group of students from the Appalachian Studies Group Graybeal, pastor of Obids for the people in our lives." Thore thanked the volun­ at ASU.They will be perform­ Baptist Church, AMH Chief Operating Officer Joe Thore teers for their hard work and ing your favorite Americana, thanked the volunteers for the community for its sup­ bluegrass and eclectic music. port of the hospital. "I cannot These talented young folks their efforts. This is a great hospital, say thanks enough," he said, from Ashe and surrounding See Tree, page 5A counties plan to keep the her­ a great place," Thore said. Spruce Haven celebrates season with crafts fair by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor The holiday shopping frenzy is well underway and folks are wondering where to find that special gift. If you are looking to avoid the crush and find something unique, come to the Christ­ mas bazaar Friday and Saturday, Dec. 1 and 2, at Spruce Haven in Jefferson. Gift items include orna­ ments and decorations, pot­ tery and Nativity figures, leather crafts and jewelry, pocketbooks and mitten purses, toys for your pet, plant holders and garden stones, Christmas stock­ ings, picture frames and much more. These wonder­ ful quality crafts are made by the clients of Spruce Ha­ ven through a day program of social skills and creative activities. Spruce Haven is a psy­ chosocial rehabilitation program for the New River Behavioral HealthCare System, and located in the old Jefferson School on WM Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: adverti8ing@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffer8onpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com JB Blevins Road. This is a program for people with se­ vere and persistent mental illnesses who want help in their daily life. With each member*, the staff addresses the needs of the individual and sets goals to help them achieve their goals. The day program offers activities, classes and group sessions to enable the par­ ticipants to learn as much as possible and practice their new skills, explained staff member Michael Mann. Participants graduate out of the program, he said, and learn to work and socialize in the community. Teach­ ers provide instruction in crafts, there are trips for educational purposes and social bonding, and mem­ bers can also study toward their GED. ."Our program is a safe haven to be used by our members to go from where they are in their lives to where they want to be," states the program's bro­ chure. "At one time or an- other, we all need a helping hand. Spruce Haven is just that...a haven for members to stretch their wings by learning new skills, improv­ ing old skills, and reaching for their dreams." "We're like a big family here, very open and welcom­ ing," Mann said. "We help people get started back in the work world if they've been out of it for awhile. And teachers come in to teach arts and crafts." Shoppers will enjoy the beautiful, unique and festive holiday crafts at the bazaar, including the pottery and Nativity figures made by Spruce Haven's participants in the center's own shop with wheel and kiln and dec­ orated with silver and gold. Leather crafts include book­ marks, key chains, coasters, monogrammed bracelets and playing card holders. The holiday bazaar will take place Friday, Dec. 1 Post photo by Linda Burchette from 4 to 8 p.m. and Satur­ Spruce Haven staff member Michael Mann, his wife, Kathy and their son Jesse, look over day, Dec. 2 from 8 a.m. until the holiday crafts available during the Christmas Bazaar this Friday and Saturday at the 3 p.m. For more information, Jefferson facility next to New River Behavioral HealthCare. Holiday handbell concert planned The sounds of Christmas will come alive when the Bethany United Methodist Church Adult Handbell Choir, The Ding-a-Lings, present a concert of holiday music on Sunday evening, December 10 at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary of the church. The Ding-a-Lings were formed in 1985 and are under the direction of Jane Lonon. The annual holiday concert has become a favorite for audi­ ences of all ages and features sacred and secu­ lar Christmas music. The program will include "Silent Night" with narration, "Rudolph, the Red Nosed Reindeer," "White Christmas," the rhyth­ mic "Ukrainian Bell Carol,"."Jingle Bellorama" and several selections from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite. Several pieces are accompa­ nied by Allison Weaver on the piano or organ and Ginger Chapman will add a flute accompaniment with the bells on "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas." Connie Woolard will add instru­ mental accompaniments with bowed psaltry and a penny whistle. The concert will open and close with the piano holiday selections by Joyce Kilby. The concert is free and open to the community. For more information, call Bethany at 877-2801 or Jane Lonon at 877-5534. Christmas open house in downtown Downtown West Jefferson galleries and busi­ nesses will participate in "A Christmas Open House" on Friday, Dec. 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. Smart Gallery, R.T. Morgan Gallery with Glass by Camille, Bohemia, River Rock Gallery, Originals Only, Maytowne Shoppes and more will be open with refreshments, music and special activities. Eqjoy Michael Bell on piano at Originals Only and Alice Harlow performing the Celtic harp at Smart Gallery. Look for those very special Christ­ mas gifts and enjoy the spirit of the season. �PAGE 2A TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Bertram Ford Sexton Chase City, Va. Died November 16, 2006 Bertram Ford Sexton, Sr. passed away November 16, 2006. He left to cherish wonderful memories, his beloved wife, Evelyn. Bertram retired from Hampton City Schools in 1991. He gave himself fully to his family and many others throughout his life. He leaves behind three children, Donna Hessig, Bertram Sexton, Jr. and his wife Christine; and Stanley Sexton and his wife Carolyn. He also leaves behind two step children, Zella Taylor Blackburn Crumpler April 11,1914 November 21, 2006 Zella Taylor Blackburn, age 92, of Crumpler, N.C., died Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2006, at her home. Mrs. Blackburn was born April 11, 1914 in Grassy Creek, N.C., to Marshall and Florence Brinegar Taylor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Carl Blackburn. Funeral services were held Friday, Nov. 24, 2006, at 2 p.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel in Jefferson. Rev. David Blackburn, Rev. Larry Shepherd and Rev. Scott Courtney officiated. Michael Edwards and Christine Youmans and her husband, George. He is survived by two sisters, Ilene Eldreth and Syble Lynch and 12 grandchildren. Graveside services were held 1 p.m. Saturday at the Sexton Family Cemetery with the Reverend Raymond Bunn officiating. Watkins Cooper Lyon Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. You may also express your condolences at www.wclfh.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions are requested to be sent to the Chase City Fire and Rescue Departments. Burial followed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 23, 2006. Mrs. Blackburn is survived by one son, Reeves Blackburn of Galax, Va.; two daughters, Shirley Ham of Crumpler, N.C. and Betty Hardy of Bel Air, Md.; and a sister, Edith Holderfield of Independence, Va. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, 18 great­ grandchildren and five greatgreat-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. You may email condolences to the family through our website at www.ashelawn. com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel was in charge of the arrangements. Obituaries must be received by 8:30 a.m. on Mondays to appear in our Tuesday editions. Please send obituaries to: Jefferson Post Obituaries P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 F A X : 336-846-7165 E-mail: editorial@jeffersonpost.com Michael Douglas Banks Creston July 10, 1971 November 20, 2006 Michael Douglas Banks, 35, oftheCrestonCommunitydied Sunday, November 20, 2006 at his home. Mr. Banks was born July 10,1971 to Douglas and Peggy Roark Banks. He was a member of the Silas Creek Baptist Church and faithfully attended the Mt. View Independent Methodist Church. He was employed by Wal-Mart of Boone where he won the respect and admiration of his peers. Funeral services for Mr. Banks were conducted on Friday November 24 at 2 p.m. at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel in West Jefferson. Rev. Tommy Stevens, Rev. James Henson, and Minister Danny Miller officiated. The family Gary Pruitt Bald Mountain July 4, 1979 November 23, 2006 Gary Pruitt, age 27, of Edwards Road in the Bald Mountain community, passed away Thursday, November 23, at his residence. Mr. Pruitt was born July 4, 1979 to Rhonda and Shirley Taylor Pruitt. He is survived by his wife, Amanda Pruitt, of the home; a daughter, Brooklyn Pruitt of the home; his parents, Rhonda and Shirley Pruitt of Jefferson; received friends from 12:30 - 2 p.m. prior to the services on Friday. Burial followed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. In addition to his parents Mr. Banks is survived by his paternal grandmother, Mrs. Ethel Banks of Creston; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Roark; a very special friend, Linda; three paternal uncles and wives, Roger and Susan Banks of Creston, Boyd and Margie Banks of Creston, and Johnny and Jane Banks of West Jefferson; one maternal uncle, Doug Roark; and two maternal uncles and wives, Russell and Earlene Roark and Rickey and Kathy Roark, all of Creston; two maternal aunts and husbands, Wayne and Dianna Price of Lenoir and James and Judy Henson of Creston. He is also survived by several cousins and a host of friends and co-workers. The family request that memorials be made to Mt. View Independent Methodist Church do Mr. Rickey D. Roark 901 Pine Mountain Road Creston, NC 28615 or Silas Creek Baptist Church do Greg Richardson, PO Box 195, Lansing, NC 29643. Condolences may be sent to the fami ly through our website www.badgerfuneralhome. com. and five brothers, Ray Pruitt, Roe Pruitt, Josh Pruitt, Vester Pruitt and Rick Pruitt, all of Jefferson. Funeral services were held Sunday, November 26 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home. Rev. Lawrence Goodman, Rev. J.D. Walton and Rev. Robert Miller officiated. Burial followed in the Howell Cemetery in West Jefferson. The family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday evening at Boone Family Funeral Home. Football greats team up on osteoarthritis (MF)—Arthritis is the to manage OA with your number one cause of dis­ physician. "It's important to work ability in the U.S. Osteoar­ with your doctor to set per­ thritis, or OA, affects more than 21 million Americans sonal goals and strategies to - and the number of those take control of OA. Your doc­ affected dramatically rises tor needs to clearly under­ stand how arthritis impacts each year. Perhaps no group has your life for you to get the closer experiences with ar­ best care," said John H. Klipthritis than retired NFC. pel, M.D., Arthritis Founda­ athletes. Gridiron greats tion president and CEO. Television and radio mes­ John Elway, Jim McMahon, Harold Carmichael and sages featuring Elway and Rocky Bleier have teamed Bleier aim to encourage ev­ up with the Arthritis Foun­ eryone touched by OA to or­ dation and their sponsor der a free Game Plan for OA Smith & Nephew for "Game Playbook that gives winning Plan for OA," an education strategies for staying active, and awareness campaign de­ as well as tips for working signed to encourage a close with their doctor. The free patient/doctor relationship . Playbook is available at and to promote proper exer­ www.arthritis.org or by call­ cise with the goal of reduc­ ing the Arthritis Foundation ing the pain, stiffness and at 800-568-4045. According to Elway, the limitations of osteoarthritis. Elway, who played sixteen purpose of the Playbook is seasons with the Denver to help people create a treat­ Broncos, deals with arthritis ment plan that works for daily. them. "Guys think we are really "Believe me, if anyone knows about arthritis, it's tough and have to live with me," said Elway. "Being ac­ the pain - and that it's nor­ tive is what really makes mal," said Elway. "One thing me feel better. And the less I 1 have learned is to explore do, the worse I feel - so I try treatment options with a to do something every day. I doctor to find out what you find the less active I am, the can do to reduce the pain, be­ stiffer and achier I get. I can cause you can reduce it. Set­ tell the difference if I skip ting goals and taking control of your OA can get you off even one day." In addition to staying ac­ the sidelines and back into tive, it is equally important the game of life." Federal Trade Commission offers consumer tips on funerals (Editor's note: This is the first article in a series that of­ fers consumer tips on funer­ als provided by the Federal Trade Commission, a branch of the U.S. government.) When a loved one dies, grieving family members and friends often are confront­ ed with dozens of decisions about the funeral - all of which must be made quickly and often under great emo­ tional duress. What kind of funeral should it be? What funeral provider should you use? Should you bury or cre­ mate the body, or donate it to science? What are you le­ gally required to buy? What other arrangements should you plan? And, as callous as it may sound, how much is it all going to cost? Each year, Americans grapple with these and many other questions as they spend billions of dollars ar­ ranging more than 2 million funerals for family members and friends. The increasing trend toward pre-need plan­ ning - when people make funeral arrangements in ad­ vance - suggests that many consumers want to compare prices and services so that ul­ timately, the funeral reflects a wise and well-informed purchasing decision, as well as a meaningful one. A Consumer Product Funerals rank among the most expensive purchases many consumers will ever make. A traditional funeral, including a casket and vault, costs about $6,000, although "extras" like flowers, obitu­ ary notices, acknowledgment cards or limousines can add thousands of dollars to the bottom line. Many funerals run well over $10,000. Yet even if you're the kind of person who might haggle with a dozen dealers to get the best price on a new car, you're likely to feel uncom­ fortable comparing prices or negotiating over the details and cost of a funeral, preneed or at need. Compound­ ing this discomfort is the fact that some people "over­ spend" on a funeral or burial because they think of it as a reflection of their feelings for the deceased. Pre-Need To help relieve their fami­ lies of some of these deci­ sions, an increasing number of people are planning their own funerals, designating their funeral preferences, and sometimes even paying for them in advance. They see funeral planning as an extension of will and estate planning. Planning. Thinking ahead can help you make informed and thoughtful decisions about funeral arrangements. It al­ lows you to choose the spe­ cific items you want and need and compare the prices offered by several funeral • providers. It also spares your survivors the stress of mak­ ing these decisions under the pressure of time and strong emotions. You can make arrange­ ments directly with a funer­ al establishment or through a funeral planning or me­ morial society - a nonprofit organization that provides information about funerals and disposition but doesn't offer funeral services. If you choose to contact such a group, recognize that while some funeral homes may include the word "society" in their names, they are not nonprofit organizations. One other important con­ sideration when planning a funeral pre-need is where the remains will be buried, entombed or scattered. In the short time between the death and burial of a loved one, many family members find themselves rushing to buy a cemetery plot or grave - of­ ten without careful thought or a personal visit to the site. That's why it's in the family's best interest to buy cemetery plots before you need them. You may wish to make decisions about your ar­ rangements in advance, but not pay for them in advance. Keep in mind that over time, prices may go up and busi­ nesses may close or change ownership. However, in some areas with increased compe­ tition, prices may go down over time. It's a good idea to review and revise your deci­ sions every few years, and to make sure your family is aware of your wishes. It's a good idea to review and revise your decision every few years. Put your preferences in writing, give copies to family members and your attorney, and keep a copy in a handy place. Don't designate your preferences in your will, because a will often is not found or read until after the funeral. And avoid putting the only copy of your prefer­ ences in a safe deposit box. That's because your family may have to make arrange­ ments on a weekend or holi­ day, before the box can be opened. Prepaying Millions of Americans have entered into contracts to prearrange their funerals and prepay some or all of the expenses involved. Laws of individual states govern the prepayment of funeral goods and services; various states have laws to help ensure that these advance payments are available to pay for the fu­ neral products and services when they're needed. But protections vary widely from state to state, and some state laws offer little or no effective protection. Some state laws require the funeral home or cemetery to place a percent­ age of the prepayment in a state-regulated trust or to purchase a life insurance policy with the. death ben­ efits assigned to the funeral home or cemetery. If you're thinking about prepaying for funeral goods and services, it's important to consider these issues before putting down any money: What are you are paying for? Are you buying only mer­ chandise, like a casket and vault, or are you purchasing funeral services as well? What happens to the mon­ ey you've prepaid? States have different requirements for handling funds paid for prearranged funeral servic­ es. What happens to the in­ terest'income on money that is prepaid and put into a trust account? Are you protected if the firm you dealt with goes out of business? Can you cancel the. con­ tract and get a full refund if you change your mind? What happens if you move to a different area or die while away from home? Some prepaid funeral plans can be transferred, but often at an added cost. Be sure to tell your family about the plans you've made; let them know where the documents are filed. If your family isn't aware that you've made plans, your wishes may not be carried out. And if family members don't know that you've prepaid the fu­ neral costs, they could end up paying for the same ar­ rangements. You may wish to consult an attorney on the best way to ensure that your wishes are followed. The Funeral Rule Most funeral providers are professionals who strive to serve their clients' needs and best interests. But some aren't. They may take advan­ tage of their clients through inflated prices, overcharges, double charges or unnecessafy services. Fortunately, there's a federal law that makes it easier for you to choose only those goods and services you want or need and to pay only for those you select, whether you are mak­ ing arrangements pre-need or at need. warn Mary Eaves May rqj4 - 2004 Letting ( ) o by t Johnson 6» I. Morse 'The angels gathered near your bed, so twry close to you 'Tor they know the pain and suffering that you were going through We thought about so many things, as we held tightly to your hand Oh, how we wished that you were strong and happy again. 'But your eyes were looking homeward, to that place beyond the sky Where Jesus held .'His outstrcched arms, it was time to say t/oodbve 'We struggled with our selfish thoughts, for we wanted you to stay So we could walk and talk again, like MT did-just yesterday 'But Jesus knew the answer and MT knew .He loved you so So we gave you life's greatest gift •The gift of letting go. .Momma, we love and miss you so much, .Mike, 'Robert. Jackie Sheila, Brandy, John. Jason and i(slihy Shine The light Of The Season On A Deserving Neighbor Receive A Mge We're spreading the spirit of the season and need your help! 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"Our Blue Ridge mem­ bers will be able to click on the SmallBizU link on our web site, free of charge, and go straight to a self-tutorial that covers every facet of small business start-ups," said Brian Crutchfield, di­ rector of economic develop­ ment at Blue Ridge Elec­ tric. Blue Ridge Electric mem­ bers will be able to take ad­ vantage of these free cours­ es, which provide real world tools and information for small businesses and entre­ preneurs. Courses range from be­ ginner level classes such as Marketing 101 and Finding Money, to more advanced courses such as Market Insight and Research and Strategic Planning and Ex­ ecution. Other course of­ ferings include Creating a Loan Package, Pricing and Strategy Tactics, Crafting a Business Plan and many more. The courses are Web-ac­ cessed and self-tutorial in format, typically ranging from 170 to 200 slides pre­ sented over a three to four hour period. Course presen­ tations require Web access through a Windows PC and Internet Explorer. Blue Ridge Electric mem­ bers can access SmallBizU through a link on coopera­ tive's Web site homepage at www.BlueRidgeEMC.com or directly at http^/www. smallbizu.org/nreca/homepage.htm. Blue Ridge Electric is a member-owned electric cooperative utility serving some 70,000 members in Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, Alleghany, Alexander, Wil­ kes and Avery counties. Is your personality setting you up for a heart attack? DURHAM, N.C.—Fre­ quent bouts of depression, anxiety, hostility and an­ ger are known to increase a person's risk for develop­ ing coronary heart disease, but a combination of these "negative" personality traits may put people at especially serious risk, according to a study by researchers at Duke University Medical Center. "The risk of developing coronary heart disease due to a combination of negative personality traits in people has never before been ex­ plored," said the study's se­ nior investigator, Edward C. Suarez, Ph.D., an associate professor of psychiatry. "Al­ though each of the negative traits significantly predict­ ed heart disease, having the combination of these traits was the most powerful pre­ dictor of heart disease." Similar patterns have been reported with three traditional risk factors of heart disease—high blood pressure, elevated choles­ terol levels and excessive weight—where each factor independently increases risk but their presence to­ gether predicts a greater risk of future heart disease, Suarez said. The findings appear in an early online edition of the November/December 2006 issue of the journal Psycho­ somatic Medicine. The research was funded l?y the National Institutes of Health. The team analyzed data on 2,105 military veterans who served in the Vietnam War and took part in the U.S. Air Force Health Study, in which researchers tracked the health of participants for 20 years. None of the men enrolled had heart dis­ ease when the study began. At the start of the study, participants took a person­ ality inventory test, called the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory, in which they stated whether or not they thought of them­ selves as possessing various personality and behavioral traits. At six intervals dur­ ing the study, the partici­ pants underwent physical examinations that recorded health information, includ­ ing blood pressure rates, cholesterol levels and body mass index, that can indi­ cate whether or not some­ one is at risk for developing coronary heart disease. Suarez said his team looked for a possible cor­ relation between each indi­ vidual negative personal­ ity trait and development of coronary heart disease, and then for a possible correla­ tion between a combination of the negative personality traits and the development of coronary heart disease. The researchers found that each negative person­ ality trait, by itself, was sig­ nificantly associated with increased risk for heart dis­ ease. However, when they analyzed all of the traits in combination, they found statistical evidence that the clustering of traits was the best predictor of a person's risk for heart disease, Su­ arez said. According to the research­ ers, the findings may prompt physicians to include an assessment of personality traits as well as physical health measurements in de­ termining a patient's overall* risk for heart disease. "In the future, doctors may wish to explore the use of earlier interventions aimed at diminishing nega­ tive personality traits in people who may be most at risk for future heart dis­ ease," Suarez said. Although the study's find­ ings are suggestive, the study had several limitations, Su­ arez said. Among them, he VIVKI IT RIRIIT With Choices for Vinyl Replacement Windows e Awning e e Sliders e • Picture Window* • Double Hung • e Casement • Instant Savings on your Heating &Cooling Bills of at least up to 25% monthly for long term savings! Why Not Invest with a company who will worb to mabe it Right! CALL NOW 336 246 7170 I PREMIER WlNDOWmu Office • 336 248 7170 Toll Free • 866 667 7172 615 Cherry Street, N. Wilkesboro, MC 28659 MC«s b$b I-burs: M-F 8-6 Attention Medicare beneficiaries: PARTNERS Medicare Advantage plans offer $0 monthly premium plans! Want to learn more? 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Winners will be announced the week of 1/08/07. �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 1 ' Editorial 2006 PAGE I A • KS|)AY ; ' ovEMBKR • i - <K) mm Legislative election wish list Attention, Raleigh: Here is a modest wish list from the mountains for the leg­ islative session beginning in January. • Clean up your act: The near-defeat of House Speaker Jim Black should be a warning that North Carolinians are not going to tolerate much more cor­ ruption. Black, though as yet unindicted, has the stench of corruption about him. Which brings up a key point: Black must go. There has to be a new speaker, and Black needs to disap­ pear from a role of power. Then, both parties need to work together on some serious ethics reform. If not, disgusted voters will send people to Raleigh who will. • Get the politics out of highways: Here in Ashe County we are sitting on a time bomb that could explode at any moment with a major, tragic acci­ dent on our substandard main arteries. For decades, highways were designed and built as political favors, with little regard for developing a true, mod­ ern highway system offer­ ing equitable resources for all North Carolinians. The situation is some better these days, but here in the extreme northwest we suf­ fer from all that neglect. U.S. 221 must get on the front burner; we must have our road. • Do something serious about education: In a few days, new figures—conve­ niently held until after the election—are going, evi­ dently, to shatter the state's (and, possibly, the nation's) illusions of educational progress. The bottom line, as we have argued for five years is that you cannot test people into education. The state must refocus on our children as people and not product, as any good teacher already does. Highstakes standardized test­ ing is wasteful and damag­ ing to real education. • Work on afford­ able housing: That is our number one need in Ashe County. The state should not build homes, but it can help pioneer ways to build in alternative, less expen­ sive ways that also save energy. Oak Grove Village offers just one example of what can be done. NCSU is the ideal place for such reinventing of housing for the average person to begin. It is just 55 days until the 2006 long session con­ venes in Raleigh. Ladies and gentlemen, it is time to get ready. The votes are tallied, re­ counted and finally Election 2006 is over. It is far too early to tell if the Democratic gains in Con­ gress mark a trend—as did the Republican Revolution of 1994—or will be just a flash in the pan. Certainly, it can be said that voters did not flock to the polls because of the dynamic,, inspiring program sent forth by the Democrats. Instead, the "out" party was the beneficiary of voter dis­ gust over Iraq and scandals in Congress. The Dems will ride a mandate into the new congressional session, but what they do with it remains to be seen. One of the relatively few Republicans not to even feel this national trend was Rep. Virginia Foxx. Even though she had benefitted from heavy straight ticket voting in 2004, her percentage of ballots was down only about 1 percent this year—which is statistically meaningless. Her hard work during the past two years, combined with her incredible energy on the cam­ paign trail (are we sure she hasn't been cloned?) gave her the edge in a tough year, and probably established her as a basically unbeatable incum­ bent—barring another year like 1974. Just two years after sweeping Republicans into power on the long coattails of Richard Nixon, Watergate and resignation turned 1974 into a disaster for the GOP in North Carolina. When the voting was over, Sen. Don Kincaid of Caldwell County was the only Republican in the state Senate. Which points out a fac­ tor that played in our local legislative races in 2004 and this year. The national trends worked their way down to Raleigh both years. In 2004, Republicans saw unprecendented breakthroughs into the Council of State, thanks in part to George W. Bush's strong showing in the state. That also gave them some push in the Sen­ ate and House, though n o t enough to control either chamber. N o w this year, Jim Thompson a voting public weary of scandals might have been expected to bounce the Democrats out of at least the state House. But their dis­ gust with Washington actu­ ally helped the district-level Democrats—even though House Speaker Jim Black might feel right at home comparing notes with Jack Abramoff. While the efforts to get out the votes for Bush in 2004 helped Gene Wilson overcome a strong challenge in the 93rd House District, the growing anti-Bush sentiment contrib­ uted to his downfall this year. Cullie Tarleton worked both elections very hard, and this time the state party weighed in, adding some financial help that may have made a difference. But the real shocker of 2006 came in the 45th Senate District. The old 12th Sen­ ate District was a rock-solid Democratic powerhouse until 1994, when the trend rightward politically in the state turned everything upside down. In previous elections in the 12th, Republicans would fare well in the western part of the district, and then crash into the solid Democratic Rockingham County. But in 1994, Rockingham went GOP, a trend that has continued since. When the old 12th was eliminated by redistricting, the new 45th Senate district appeared to be solidly Repub­ lican. It seemed a no-brainer: Alexander and Wilkes are tra­ ditionally strong GOP coun­ ties, while Ashe and Watauga are basically swing counties, with the two parties split al­ most evenly along with grow­ ing numbers of unaffiliated voters. Thus it was a total surprise when Steve Goss (D) slipped past David Blust (R) to win the seat, a result confirmed in Wednesday's district-wide recount. A close look at the num­ bers shows how Goss pulled off his upset. Two years ago, Wilkes County had turned out in force to back hometown favorite Sen. John Garwood, who won an amazing 71 per­ cent of the vote against chal­ lenger Jim Cain. But this No­ vember, Blust was only able to win 57 percent of the vote and, more importantly, only half as many voters cast bal­ lots in Wilkes as in 2004. The reason, almost assuredly, was the ugly, personal campaign Blust ran to defeat Garwood in the May primary. What appears to have happened is that many Garwood sup­ porters in Wilkes sat out the election this year. As a result, more Wataugans voted than Wilkes residents—and Goss won big there and in Ashe. The Democratic sweep was even strong enough to reach our courthouse, giving that party control of the county commission. What does this all mean? It is, as suggested earlier, too early to answer that ques­ tion. If the Democrats meet the voters' expectations, then what we watched the night of Nov. 7 was probably the death agonies of the 1994 Republican Revolution. But if they fail, the GOP will re­ cover ground—and, possibly, a congressional majority—in 2008. To extend their initial suc­ cess, the Democrats will need to develop a strong program that can be presented to the American people. That is what happened in 1932 that gave the Democrats long-term control of Congress, and what gave the GOP their last 12 years of being the "in" party. Whether they can accomplish this remains to be seen. Honoring North Carolina's literary heroes E x In the flurry of election haustion news did you miss the an­ o v e r ­ nouncements of important whelmawards to other North Caro­ i n g linians? hunger, On Wednesday, the Gover­ barely nor and Mrs. Easley present­ P r o - , ed North Carolina Awards tect with ("the highest civilian honor burlap the state can bestow") to from the former Governor Jim Holscold houser, former Wake Forest D.G. Martin Cabin. President Tom Hearn, former Fear and Glaxo CEO Charles Sanders, newspaper editor Roy Parker, rage make him tremble artist William T. Williams, For them; for himself, and writers Emily Herring shame That he can do no more Wilson and Michael Parker. Than die for them Thursday, the University For no certain purpose. He of North Carolina presented its highest award to its for­ heard About a woman, Margaret mer president and her hus­ Garner, band, Molly and Bob Broad. In spite of the white folks' Friday, during the fall con­ ference of the North Carolina silence. How she killed two Writers' Network, the North Of hers to keep them from Carolina Literary Hall of Fame (located at Weymouth being taken Back; killed herself in Southern Pines) inducted After the others were tak­ poet Gerald Barrax, poet and prose writer Fred Chappell, en back Anyway. So she saved and the late journalist and Two. He couldn't save mystery writer Elizabeth His Ellen and Henry. Daniels Squire. Who do these belong to? I want to share a few words He doesn't dare kiss them about—and from—each new Now, but stands dreaming, Hall of Famer. Willing these five back Former N.C. State writing To a place or forward to a professor Gerald Barrax is a poet of "exceptional percep­ time He can't remember or tion and stunning poetic tech­ nique." His work often deals imagine. All he can do is find the with the African American experience, but his themes place He knows about*, Leave cut across racial and cultural now lines. Before dawn sets the white His poem,"Whose Children Are These?" is a poignant ex­ fields glowing And murders the North ample. ******* Star. ******* Whose children are these? Former North Carolina Who do these children belong Poet Laureate and writing to? With no power to look professor at UNC-Greensboro, Fred Chappell is author over, of more than 40 books of po­ He look at them sleeping, % Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.65 plus $2.35 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.84 plus $2.16 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.46 plus $3.04 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Office Manager Classified Manager/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hattzog Coy Powers Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2006 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. etry, fiction and essays. One reviewer called him "truly a national treasure." Chappell's work often re­ flects his experience grow­ ing up in the North Carolina mountains, as in this selec­ tion from his novel, "Farewell, I Am Bound to Leave You." ******* Yes, but I'm alone. I can't well say how alone I am. Do you remember once when you climbed up into the big poplar in the back pasture and stayed there all day and didn't come down and nobody knew? And then just about dark you showed up in the yard and looked in through the window at us eating sup­ per. You commenced crying then, tears as big as seed corn, and I heard you and came out and you hugged my waist and said you were crying be­ cause you thought none of us remembered you. You said it was like you had passed away to another world and was not one of us any longer. ******* Winner of the prestigious Agatha Award for mystery writing, Elizabeth Daniels Squire, died in 2001. A mem­ ber of the Daniels family that owned the Raleigh News and Observer, she became a re­ porter and nationally syndi­ cated columnist before she created Peaches Dann, an ab­ sent-minded detective and the central character in a popular series of mystery novels. In a creative effort to de­ scribe the effects of the aging process she wrote a dialog between herself and Peaches, which she began as follows. ******** Characters of all ages tend to talk to their authors. And, because characters live inside our heads, they have access to everything we know. On top of which they know even more than we do about themselves. Which makes them uppity or else helpful, as the mood suits them. Or even philosophic. So I wasn't surprised when Peaches Dann, my 58-plus absent-minded sleuth looked me straight in my mind's eye and said:"You don't know how lucky you are to write about a well-seasoned wiser sleuth like me." D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Book watch, www.unctv.org / ncbookwatch/ Beginning November 26, Bookwatch encore programs will air only on Sundays at 5:00 p.m. First guest will be Will Blythe, author of "To Hate Like This is to be Happy Forever." Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Bo* 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @ jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Governor declares Winter Weather Awareness Week Governor Easleyin conjunc­ tion with the National Weath­ er Service and North Carolina Division of Crime Control and Public Safety has declared the week of December 3-9, 2006, as Winter Weather Awareness Week in North Carolina. Each day during this week, Na­ tional Weather Service offices serving North Carolina will is­ sue Public Information State­ ments discussing how winter weather impacts the state. Last winter season, winter of 2005-2006, remained a fair­ ly quiet one for much of the state. Drought conditions ear­ ly in the winter finally eased as rainy conditions arrived in late November; however above freezing temperatures were too warm for anything but rain. However, a few rounds of winter weather did impact the state. On December 9 only northwest portions of North Carolina saw a light glaze of ice. A more significant ice storm occurred on December 15, when a quarter to a half inch of ice coated most of the Christmas continued from front page determined eligible families under federal guidelines, and these names were sent to DSS for confirmation. Names were then sent to the interagency partnership organizing the program and gifts were pro­ vided by church members and individuals throughout the community. The gifts have been collected at Fam­ ily Central for wrapping and distribution. Anyone interested in helping with the wrapping and distribution should call 246-5631 to sign up. Bring your own wrapping supplies. Coats can be donated to Ashe Really Cares at Family Cen­ tral which provides clothing, food and other items to Ashe families throughout the year. Blackburn and Franklin will be on hand the day of distri­ bution to direct families to other needed resources. The community has re­ sponded well to the change in the Children's Christmas Project and this year's orga­ nizers are very appreciative. "It's all been positive," said Blackburn. "Basically, we're really glad this project has not been lost and we will be continuing with it. And those participating are glad we are sensitive in helping people who really need it." Fleetwood continued from front page Holiday Happenings is another fundraiser for the Fleetwood Community Cen­ ter with proceeds going to the continued operation of the center. Center volunteers appreciate all the community support from the past year and wish you happy holidays and a wonderful New Year. For further information about the Fleetwood Com­ munity Center please call 336-877-4973 or e-mail mtviews@skybest.com. Addi­ tional parking is available off Railroad Grade Road below the center. western North Carolina from the mountains to the western piedmont, including the Triad region. Locations from Tryon in the southern foothills north through Statesville saw nu­ merous downed trees and power lines. But from the Tri­ angle area eastward, the pre­ cipitation through the winter months remained just rain. The most significant snow of last season occurred on Feb­ ruary 11 of this year, a power­ ful storm system moved from the Gulf Coast states north­ east through North Carolina, dumping up to 1-2 feet of snow in our mountains. Again, aside from about a half inch of wet flakes in the Triad area, cen­ tral North Carolina came out of the winter relatively un­ scathed. So does this mean that we will "pay our dues" this year, with a bad winter? While it's too early to say with certainty, we can do our part to prepare for the worst, as we hope for the best. One good practice is to keep up with the latest con­ ditions and forecasts from the National Weather Service. If a light accumulation of freezing rain or sleet is forecast, or if snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are expected, the NWS will issue a Winter Weather Advisory. If a quarter of an inch of freezing rain, and/ or 4 to 5 or more inch­ es of snow is expect­ ed, Win­ ter Storm Watches and Warn­ ings are issued. In order to provide the pub­ lic with as much planning time as possible, Watches can be is­ sued as much as 48 hours in advance. Warnings are issued when the dangerous weather is highly likely or imminent within the next 24 hours. Anyone who has been in North Carolina for more than a couple of years knows that ice is one of our most common and dangerous winter weath­ er threats. Significant accu­ mulations of ice, in the form of freezing, can bring down trees, power lines and telephone poles. Power and communica­ tions services can be disrupted for days, as many residents ex­ perienced poisoning resulting from im­ during the proper indoor use of heat ice storm sources such as grills, stoves, of Decem­ and space heaters. ber 2002 Preparing for winter when mil­ weather before it strikes lions from will go a long way to helping the Trian­ to keep you and your loved gle to the ones safe through this win­ mountains ter. First, if snow and ice are lost power. in the forecast, make sure you Even light have enough nonperishable coatings of food, jugs of water, and neces­ ice, called sary medicine on hand to last "black ice", several days. This will help can be very you avoid having to venture dangerous out into hazardous conditions, for drivers and will help sustain you in and pe­ the event of widespread power destrians, outages or fallen trees that since it's may block roads and keep you hard to see at home. and often Also, make sure there forms in patches on bridges is enough of the right type and overpasses. of fuel for alternative heat Snow is also no stranger to sources such as fireplaces, the area. The snow storm of wood stoves, and space heat­ January 2000 is still a vivid ers. If you use a space heater, memory in the minds of most make sure it is in good work­ Triangle residents. During ing order with no loose wires this storm, 18 to 24 inches of or missing parts. Make sure it snow fell in less than 24 hours is stable, away from curtains resulting in one of the snowi­ or other flammable materials, est winters on record. in a place where it won't be Most deaths attributed to knocked over. Never use char­ winter storms results from coal or gas grills indoors as a indirect dangers such as traf­ source of heat, as carbon mon­ fic accidents, falling trees, oxide build-ups are deadly. downed power lines, house During a winter storm, the fires and carbon monoxide best place to be is safe at home. If you absolutely must venture out in your car, bring a winter survival kit with you. Prepare a kit ahead of time that con­ tains the following materials: a battery-powered NOAA ra­ dio with extra batteries, blan­ kets, a first aid kit, a flashlight with extra batteries, battery booster cables and flares, a tire repair kit and pump, a road map, a sack of cat litter (for tire traction), a tow rope, bottled water and non-perish­ able high-energy foods such as granola bars, extra clothing to keep dry, and a windshield scraper and brush. Finally, during cold and wintry weather, we must not forget our furry friends. Make sure that your pets have plenty of food, water, and warm shel­ ter. During particularly cold conditions, consider bringing indoors any pets that are nor­ mally kept outside. You can keep up with win­ ter forecasts, warnings and advisories by visiting the Blacksburg NWS online at http://weather.gov/blacksburg. For the latest road conditions and access to web cameras statewide, visit the Depart­ ment of Transportation online athttpy/www.ncsmartlink.org. And for more winter weather safety tips, visit httpV/www. nws.noaa.gov/om/winter/. H Baldwin Community Church Celebrates The Christ of Christmas with: HIEKICfln RESTART A "LIVE NATIVITY" This is an outdoor "drive -thru'1 live presentation with the scene of Bethlehem's manger - complete with animals, angels, shepherds, wisemcn, Mary & Joseph and the Christchild. 'Sights & Sounds" will till the air... the Star will be shining...the choir will be singing... the animals all "lowing" as everyone worships the Babe , born of a virgin! 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Dinner by reservation only Wednesday through Saturday All ABC permits Church located Hwy. 194 South ( lmi. off hwy.221) For more info: Call (336) 877- 4726 336-982-2109 Tree 1896 Old Field Creek Road • Grassy Creek, NC continued from front page noting that the Love Light Tree is a wonderful program for the hospital and for the season. AMH Board of Trustees President Dana Tugman added his comments, saying he tries to never miss an op­ portunity to express appre­ ciation on behalf of the board of trustees to thank the hos­ pital volunteers for what they do and for their support of the hospital. Pat Cooper, director of volunteers, also thanked the Auxiliary members, and di­ rected the official lighting of the Love Light Tree. Volunteer Mary Coving­ ton led a reading of "Twas the Night Before Christmas'' with audience participation, and the Mountain Over­ tones Barbershop Chorus entertained the crowd with a blending of lively and tradi­ tional holiday tunes. 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Wilkesboro - 336-838-0123 336-246-4644 -107 North Fifth Are �PACE OA TUESDAY, [ porl E-mail us: .Sports<WJeffcrsonPost.coni Tuesday- Nov. 28 JV Boys & Varsity Boys/Girls Basketball vs. Alleghany HOME 5 p.m. (No JV Girls game) Thursday- Nov. 30 Bulldog Wrestling vs. Alleghany ACMS 4 p.m. Blue Bulldog Basketball vs. West Wilkes BRES 4:30 p.m. Silver Bulldog Basketball vs. Piney Creek 4 p.m. Away Friday- Dec. 1 Wrestling vs. Avery HOME 7 p.m. JV/Var Basketball vs. Avery Away 4 p.m. This week in Husky sports JV boys are runner- Correction ups in tournament by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter basket and they only scored six points themselves in the first quarter. When the second quarter got underway, it was obvious that the adjustments made by Coach Scott Grubb in between quarters was effective as the Huskies roared out in the second quarter and outscored the Vikings 13 points to seven points. With the scoring outburst by the Huskies in the second quarter, they went into the locker room at half time possessing a ten-point lead, with the score 23-13. The Huskies continued to carry their momentum into the second half and outscored the Vikings in the the final four minutes of the third quarter by seven points. game, but their nine points In the final game of the The slight edge in scoring in in the fourth quarter was not first night of the Miller the third quarter appeared enough to catch the Huskies. Insurance/ Dr Pepper to make the final outcome At the conclusion of the Invitational Tournament, of the game predictable as game, the Huskies had a the JV Boys Huskies hosted the Huskies headed into substantial margin of victory the South Iredell Vikings. the fourth quarter with a of 18 points and headed into When the action got commanding 39-22 lead. the championship game underway, the Vikings The Huskies did not stall after the 49-31 victory over proved to be a scrappy team or run the clock out in the the South Iredell Vikings. and held the Huskies to fourth quarter, but instead The scoring attack for the only ten points'in the first continued their offensive Huskies was not a one-man quarter. The Huskies were and defensive surge over the show. Of the ten players on only able to score four points Vikings. The Huskies held the the team, nine players scored in the first five minutes of Vikings scoreless for nearly and the scoring ranged from the quarter, but were able three and a half minutes in two points to nine points. to score six more in the final the fourth quarter. Once the Greyson Wells led the team two minutes of the quarter. Vikings gathered a rhythm however with nine points, but However, the Vikings also for their shooting, they were was closely followed by Tavin had difficulty finding the able to score nine points in Holman (eight points), Jarin Holman (seven points), and Cory Roter (seven points). The Huskies victory over South Iredell set the stage for the championship game as Watauga had defeated the Longhorns of Johnson County earlier in the day. For the second night in a row, the JV boys were playing in the final game of the evening. On Saturday night, the Huskies went into battle with the next county rivals, the Watauga Pioneers. The match up between the Huskies and Pioneers always draws a crowd and the bleachers were nearly full of fans from both Ashe and Watauga anticipating a great game. The two teams planned on giving the fans what they wanted, a great game and a championship. When the action got underway, the first quarter brought both teams difficulty. Photo by Michael Graybeal Both teams were aggressive on defense, which created a Jordan Nichols (Left) puts defensive pressure on the ball handler while Tucker Clay (Right) SeeJV Boys, page 7 denies the entry pass into the post. In the Winter Sports Preview, today's B Section, for the Varsity Men's Basketball roster on page 2B, #15 was listed as Ben Warner. The correct #15 for the Varsity Men's Basketball is Sophomore Tommy Spagnola. We apologize for the mistake. Photo by Michael Graybeal Ben Warner (#33) and Tavin Holman (#10) were the Husky members selected for the All-Tournament Team. JV girls finish in second place Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter This past Friday, the JV girls basketball team hosted the Vikings of South Iredell in the first round of the Miller Insurance/ Dr Pepper JV Invitation Tournament. The Huskies had high expectations going into the tournament and hoped to claim first place at the conclusion of the tournament. With the first round game being held on Friday evening, the Lady Huskies came out strong from the start of the game and quickly took care of business when they won 57-18. The Huskies defensive effort was the key to the substantial victory, and the Huskies intense defense was led by freshman Caitlin Elliot who concluded the game with seven steals. The Vikings never were able to adjust to the extensive and intensive defense of the Huskies and scored only three points in the first quarter. The Huskies on the other hand, continually were awarding themselves with open lay-ups and an endless array of fast break offensive opportunities and pushed the score at the conclusion of the first quarter to 16-3 in the Huskies advantage. The Huskies defensive effort did not stall in the second quarter as the Huskies held the Vikings scoreless for nearly half of the second quarter. As it was in the first quarter also, scoring was not a problem for the Huskies as they added 19 points in the second quarter and concluded the first half with a commanding lead of 35-9. During half time, the Vikings coach made some key adjustments and in the third quarter the two teams appeared to be evenly matched. The Huskies at times had difficulty finding the bottom of the net, but however also kept the Vikings from scoring at the same Photo by Michael Graybeal •ittany Lyalls and Stephanie Ratliff proudly show their >phies after being named members of the All-Tournament am. time. Both teams combined to only score a total of 11 points in the third quarter, with the Huskies scoring six points and the Vikings only scoring five points. At the conclusion of the third quarter, Coach Hudler fired his girls up for the fourth quarter and the Huskies once again resumed their domination over the Vikings and outscored the Vikings 16-4 in the fourth quarter. The substantial lead the Huskies possessed gave the Huskies the victory and a spot in the championship game with a 57-18 win over the Vikings. The dominant game of the Huskies was led offensively by Brittany Lyalls and Stephanie Ratliff each scoring nine points. Ariel Farmer followed close behind with eight points and Samantha Miller added seven points for the Huskies. Caitlin Elliot led the defensive portion of the Huskies victory with seven steals. In the first game on Friday, the Pioneers of Watauga played the Lady Longhorns from Johnson County. The Pioneers were led by Katherine Mayhew led the Pioneers to a substantial lead over the Lady Longhorns to set up the championship game of the Lady Huskies vs. the Lady Pioneers which was played Saturday at 6 p.m. The match up appeared to be even as both teams came out with a defensive game plan in the first quarter and only scored a combined eleven points in the first quarter, with Ashe leading 7-4. However, the Pioneers had a plan to cut the Huskies lead and came out strong in the second quarter. When Courtney Dunnigan hit a three pointer for Watauga the game was tied at 77. However, the Huskies did not fall on their backs and continued to battle and following a three point play by #21, Brittany Lyalls for the Huskies, the Huskies led 15-10 with only two minutes remaining in the first half. The Huskies continued to score and headed into the locker room at halftime with a 21-14 lead. Following the half time break, the Huskies faced what appeared to be a different Pioneers team. When only four minutes had ran off of the clock in the third quarter, the Pioneers had tied the game at 21-21. The Huskies were able to break their scoreless streak and started to score some points, but were unable to slow the offensive run of the Pioneers and when the horn concluded the third quarter, the Huskies trailed the Pioneers by a score of 26-30 and were never able to cut into the Pioneers lead. When the fourth quarter started, the Huskies scoring drought continued. See JV Girls, page 7 Photo by Michael Graybeal Brittany Lyalls takes it hard to the rim and scores two points in Saturday night's game. Photo by Michael Graybeal Stephanie Ratliff (#24) shoots for two while Autumn Barnes (#22) positions herself for the rebound in Friday night's victory over South Iredell. �TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A SPORTS Appalachian advances to national quarterfinals by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, N.C. - No. 1 Ap­ palachian State University racked up 356 yards of offense in the first half alone to open up an insurmountable 31-0 lead and went on to coast to a 45-28 victory over No. 13 Coastal Carolina in the first round of the NCAA Division I Football Championship on Saturday at Kidd Brewer Stadium. With the triumph, topseeded Appalachian (11-1) hosts Montana State (8-4), a 31-13 winner over Furman on Saturday, in next Saturday's national quarterfinals at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Quarterback Armanti Edwards ran for 172 yards, Kevin Richardson added 156 on the ground and the duo combined to account for all six Mountaineer touchdowns to lead the Apps to 45 points on 560 yards of total offense, both school playoff records. Appalachian came into the contest averaging 33.5 points and 399.5 yards per game, but nearly matched those marks its 31 points and 356 yards in the first half alone. , Touchdown catches of 13 and 29 yards by reserve tight ends Nic Cardwell and Domi­ nique Wilson, sandwiched around a 33-yard Julian JV Girls continued from page 6 Rauch field goal, gave the Mountaineers a 17-0 advan­ tage after just one quarter. Richardson scored from six yards out early in the second period and the Apps closed the half with a five-play, 66yard drive that took just 41 seconds, capped by a 36-yard catch-and-run by T.J. Courman with 15 seconds left to play before the intermission. For the ninth time in 12 games this season, ASU's de­ fense did not allow a touch­ down in the first half. Appa­ lachian limited CCU to just 115 yards before halftime en route to pitching its fifth firsthalf shutout of the year. Coastal Carolina (9-3) came out of locker room strong, as Tyler Thigpen ac­ counted for the first 13 points of the second half with a oneyard touchdown run and a 14-yard scoring strike to Je­ rome Simpson (the two point conversion attempt failed). However, Edwards kept the Chanticleers from getting too close with touchdown runs of 15 and one yards in the final 17 minutes of the contest. In all, the 560 yards of to­ tal offense and 45 points were both all-time bests for the Mountaineers in 23 all-time NCAA Division I Football Championship (formerly Di­ vision I-AA) playoff games. Edwards' 398 yards of to­ tal offense fell just five yards shy of the ASU playoff record of 403 set by Richie Williams in last year's quarterfinal win over Southern Illinois. The true freshman completed 14of-28 passes for 226 yards, no interceptions and three scores. The three touchdown passes also tied a school play­ off record set by Williams in last season's wins over Lafay­ ette and SIU. Additionally Edwards' 172 rushing yards were the most ever by an ASU quarterback and the fifth-best mark for any Mountaineer in a playoff game. Richardson's 156 on the ground are tied for the eighthbest rushing performance in ASU playoff history. Defensively, Buck Buchan­ an Award candidate Marques Murrell registered 1.5 sacks, giving him 8.5 for the season. Defensive tackle Daniel Orlebar led the squad with seven stops and linebacker Monte Smith added six tackles, in­ cluding 1.5 behind the line of scrimmage. Thigpen threw for 351 yards and three touchdowns, both good for the best num­ bers ever put up against the Mountaineers in a playoff game. Simpson caught seven Thigpen passes for 132 yards and a pair of scores. the first half. However, the Pioneers were determined to maintain their lead and went on a 9-3 point scoring run to conclude the first half. With emotions high on both teams, the first half concluded with the Pioneers in front of the Huskies 20-13. Followingthe intermission break, the action resumed with the Huskies intending to cut into the Pioneers lead. However, the Pioneers planned on doing the opposite and increasing their lead over the Huskies. In the first three minutes of the quarter, the Huskies were making progress of achieving their goal and had cut the Pioneers lead to only six points. Soon after this, the Pioneers went on a Following being outscored Johnson County, Justice of the All-Tournament by the Pioneers by eleven Woods and Ryann Jones from Team. The Girls MVP was points in the third quarter, Watauga were honored by Katherine Mayhew from the Huskies were then being selected as members Watauga High School. outscored by twelve points in the fourth quarter. The game concluded with the Pioneers .having a 38-26 point victory over the Huskies and were also awarded the Miller Insurance/ Dr Pepper JV Invitation Tournament Champions Trophy. The Huskies were awarded the Runners-Up trophy. Following the conclusion of the game, the trophy presentation for the Girls Tournament took place. For Ashe County, Stephanie Ratliff and Brittany Lyalls were awarded positions on Photo by Michael Graybeal the All-Tournament Team. Caitlin Elliot scores two points for the Huskies during Also April Wilson from Saturday night's game. » * | t r v «r TrJ' • vdf < t v •, Itrr Samantha Miller (#10) lays the ball up while Caitlin Elliot (#25) and Jessica Walker (#15) crash the board during Friday night's game. JV Boys continued from page 6 low scoring first quarter with a high number of turnovers, but when the quarter concluded, the Huskies were trailing the Pioneers by a mere two points. When the second quarter got underway, the Huskies were able to pull with in one point when Dustin Hamm made a lay up with three minutes remaining in eight point scoring run and concluded the third quarter with a 28-20 lead over the Huskies. When the fourth quarter started, the Huskies again made a dent in the Pioneers lead when Ben Warner drained a jump shot from right inside the three-point line to cut the Pioneers lead to only four points with five and a half minutes remaining in the game. At this point, Watauga again started an offensive run and finished the game on a 14-7 run to give them the 32-31 victory over the Huskies. The Huskies offense was led once again by Greyson Wells with nine points and Dustin Hamm with eight points. This victory gave the Pioneers the championship of the Miller Insurance/ Dr Pepper JV Invitational Tournament. Following the game, the Athletic Director of Ashe County High School, Marc Payne presented the trophies for the boys tournament. Ashe County received two spots on the All-Tournament Team, which was awarded to Ben Warner, #33, and Tavin Holman, #10. The other members of the AllTournament Team included Jesse Poteet from Johnson County, Jeff Newell and Mark Linville from Watauga. The Tournament MVP was awarded to Murphy Fancher from Watauga. 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Interested buyers mast complete aSkyLine Vehicle Bid Sheet and send the sealed bid to the address listed below. Bids must be submitted to this address by 5 p.m. Tuesday, December 19. 2006, to be considered. Terms arc full amount of the bid by check or cash, Sausage & Egg Biscuits fur ^2.22 if you arc the high bidder. All vehicles will be sold as is. No warranty. SkyLine reserves the right to accept or refuse any bid. Please mail scaled bids to: Finger. Parker. Brown & Rocmcr. Attn: Ray Parker. PO Drawer 8. Jonesvillc, NC 28642. Inquiries about the maintenance of the vehicles should be directed to David Hoosicr at SkyLine. 336-982-3800. ext. 6210. These vehicles will be available for inspection from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, in front of the corporate offices. �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 JEFFERSON POST JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 AL ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL A SHE M EMORIAL HOSPITAL INSTALLS POWERFUL III AI M NEW CT IMAGING T ECHNOLOGY FROM GE HEALTHCARE TIPS Ashe Memorial Hospital • Many people have high blood pressure for ye^s-without any symptoms. But, if elevated blood pressure isn't treated, it can lead to health problems. To get your blood pressure under control, follow The System Provides a Diagnostic Tool for the Local Community these tips. Maintain a healthy weight, limit your sodium intake, stop smoking, exercise on a regular basis, and limit your alcohol use. Ashe Memorial Hospital announced today that it has acquired a new, advanced Computed Tomography Scanner from GE Healthcare. The BrightSpeed offers the latest in "multi-slice" CT technology along with clinical applications that will allow • You can reduce your cholesterol level with T-G-C. or Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes. This new Ashe Memorial Hospital's physicians to quickly and accurately perform multiple diagnostic exams. These exams help diagnose disease or life-threatening illness such as chest pain, stroke and cardiovascular disease. With the exceptional image quality, productivity, and reliability found in GE's CT products, Ashe Memorial Hospital physicians are now able to offer quality care right approach is a program of diet, exercise, and weigH management that's designed to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. It's a wiy to change your lifestyle to promote the health of your heart! Tlu,PVifmaT/iuuuy . . . . M l I . I _L_. -£C . Aihe Ktononil ii the hospital dut offer* your A-'Valte, family the be»l environment available for the birth of your child, here at home. The system was installed in November 2006. "Our acquisition of the BrightSpeed raises the level of care that our physicians can provide for a multitude of injuries or illnesses which may lessen the need to transfer critically ill patients to other hospitals away from their family and friends," said R.D. Williams, CEO. "This system is patient friendly and its speed of producing accurate scans will help our physicians to begin treating patients by helping them to provide the diagnosis or cause of illness in a shorter period of time than previously possible. The high resolution imaging capabilities of BrightSpeed lets physicians optimize dose to the patient while at the same time gathering required diagnostic information that may reduce the need for additional, and sometimes uncomfortable, procedures. With advanced data processing features, patient information can be quickly shared with referring physicians, including three-dimensional (3-D) renderings of internal organs such as the heart and coronary arteries. "As the one of the first hospitals in our area to offer this technology, Ashe Memorial Hospital is on the leading edge of providing excellent patient care that benefits both patients and physicians," said R.D. Williams, CEO. "We are proud to once again raise the level of excellence in the healthcare services offered to the residents of Ashe County." • Dry eyes are a common problem for many people. With this condition, you may have burning sensations, irritation, and blurred vision. Dry eyejnmy occur due to the quality or amount of tears, eyelid problems, medicines, or environmental factors. The goal of treatment is to keep your eyes • \Vbrt lb mi wit of l*ft if moist, and over-the-counter artificial tears help most people to lubricate their eyes. silicone plugs, or eyelid surgery may benefit others. • It'iw ib ivu' dJJincx cf thtJtmAy un b Medications, • There are several ways you can reduce your risk of getting the (lu this season! Wash your hands often, and keep them away from your face. Avoiddose contact with people who have flu symptoms. And, if you do the get the flu, prevent the spread of illness to others by covering your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing, and staying home from work or school. s k i r tJ b y t i i j g m d y i n f m f i t f t , • Wbtrt .Mom and Did tan bond v»td itair nru> arrival. K'irrr r\n* beginnings art passible. • During winter, humidifiers add moisture to dry ait However, without proper cleaning, mold, fungus, and bacteria can grow in the equipment. Here aittips for safe use of humidifiers. Use distilled or demineralized water, and change it daily. Clean die humidifier every three days with the solution recommended by the manufacturer. Change the filter regularly, and keep the humidity at a level between 30 to 50 percent. The Wilma Vannoy Birthing Center is designed to give CT Concepts • Before your teens leave home, they need to learn tow to manage their health. Start these life lessons the mother, baby and family the best experience. We have designed three suites that Computed Tomography (CT) System, also known as a "CAT Scan" is a medical diagnostic tool that allows the visualization of internal structures within the human body. This aids physicians in diagnosing disease, viewing int6rnal abnormalities and assessing the extent of trauma damage. early by involving your children in managing clonic illnesses they may have, such as diabetes, allergies, or asthma. Help them understand the importance of taking medicine correctly and following doctors' instructions. Give your teens responsibility in making the right choices about diet, exercise, and other healthy behaviors. During a typical CT procedure, the patient is placed on a table. The table then moves the patient through the gantry (a donut-shaped device), which houses an X-ray tube and detector array. For each image acquired, • Thousands of children are treated every year fotinjuries related to shopping carts. Most injuries occur to the head and neck areas, and result frontalis or from carts tipping over. Here are some We honor the memory of Mrs. Wilma Vannoy and the the X-ray tube rotates around the patient and the X-rays pass through the patient to the detector array, and measures to prevent injury for your child. Use ihettri safety restraints, and properly strap your child in. Select carts that seat your child closer to the fia i And don't leave your child alone and unattended in the cart. naming this center after her. thousands of X-ray measurements are acquired. The computer then processes this information and displays the corresponding images on a computer screen. (See Figure 1) This imaging technique avoids any superimposition of organs or tissues upon one another that might occur during other types of X-ray tomographic studies.* needs. Where Mom and Baby arc our top priority, but Dad is taken care of too. dedication of her family to Ashe Memorial Hospital by • Good hand washing is the best way to prevent^ spread of illness. Hands should be washed with soap and warm water. Rub your hands together porously for at least 20 seconds. Then, carefully dry your hands. If soap and water aren't available, ulan alcohol-based hand cleanser. Always wash your hands before preparing food and eating, after usiE the restroom, and after coughing or sneezing. nt Figure 1 will address the birthing needs and the family y/lshe /H emotial cHospita/ has the f)oLLoi\)iH<j t'hifslcians delivering ballot. Chan Badger, M.D. Figure 2 The CT exam creates images analogous to a single slice of bread from a whole loaf or a slice from an orange. (See Figure 2) Hence, the word 'slice' is often used to describe a view of patient anatomy. The quality of an image depends on the nature of the X-ray source and detectors, the number and speed of the measurements made, the details of the reconstruction technique (algorithm), the machine characteristics, and the methods of data display and interpretation. The computer allows healthcare professionals to shade, rotate, correlate and measure anatomy in the image. This data can be manipulated to derive even more precise clinical information. While conventional X-ray can discern tissue density difference of five percent, CT can distinguish a density difference of 1 percent or less, aiding in diagnostic confidence. High Country Family Medicine • Ashe Internal Medicine Mt. Jefferson Family Medicine Dr. Dean C. Jones, Jr. - Surgeon • Dr. Charles Jones - Surgeon Dr. Chauncey Santos - Orthopedics Dr. Daniel Strickland - Gynecologist & Reproductive Endocrinologist MOUNTAIN FAMILY CARE CENTER Our After Hours Clinic is located at the Top Dog Clinic in Warrensville at the Ashe County Middle School. This center is NOT an extension of our emergency department, but a clinic that is available to you and your family for non-emergency care. Clinic Hours: ^ Monday - Thursday 5:00 - 9:00PM • Saturday - 8:00AM - 5:00PM • Friday and Sunday -Closed Call our staff at: 336-384-6322 for more information Serving the High Country For Over 4:-? Years! Kevin Kurtz, M.D. You DON'T HAVSITO LEAVE TOWN TO GET THE VERY BEST CARE Dr. Staci Chamberlain - Emergency Medicine Dr. Michael Tan - Emergency Medicine Dr. David Factor - Radiologist 4SD ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Together providing the very best tare in the office and in the hospital | 200 Hospital Avenue * Jefferson, NC '336-846-7101 • www.ashememorial.org | j Melinda Wonsick. M.D. You Have A Choice! Make Ashe Memorial YOUR Hospital! SHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL www.ashentetnorial.org We've added a new tool to our website to make interacti*ihealthcare a reality in the area! Community residents can now search for news and information on 5000 health-related topics by connecting to Ashe Memorial Hospital's website at (hen click on the AMH Fasthealth section. PUTTING A BEAUTIFUL, HEALTHY SMILE O N THE FACES OR A S H E C O U N T Y Cosmetic Dentistry Restorative Dentistry Crowns and Bridges • Root Can**' • Surgery • Partials anfDcntures ACCEPTING KIDS! FRANCIS X. AMATO 111- BMD Ashe Memorial Hospital Suit ASHE SERVICES FOR AGING, INC. Providing a brixid range of services designed lo improve the quality of life for older adi enhance their dignity and help them maintain their independence at home. Board Certified Nurse Aide Hume Delivered Meals Intergenerational Day Care Volunteer Opportunities Information and Referral Congregate Meals Adult Day Health Care Croup Respite Senior Center Activities Senior Housing ill IT*.VITW Certificates of Accreditation from Accreditation Commission for Healthcare SERVING THE HEART OF ASHE COUNTY SINCE 1977 ^ HFC \g IV ' • 1 MW J �PAGE 10A TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS WCC Continuing Education offering classes Thursday Tuesday, November 28 7 p.m.: Session V of the - Childbirth/Newborn Classes begins at Care Ashe Memorial Hospital. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 8460734. Wednesday, November 29 7 p.m.: Rev. Shane Gold will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Clayburn Roten and con­ gregation welcome you. Thursday, November 30 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering a Certified Public Accountant CPE 6 hour course. The course will be offered on the Wilkes campus of Wilkes Community College. Pre-registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Robin Phillips-Hauser at (336) 838-6113 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. 7 p.m.: New River Service Authority Board (New River Behavioral HealthCare) will hold its first regular meet­ ing at Mountain Aire Seafood and Steak House in Glendale Springs. Friday, December 1 4 - 8 p.m.: W h e n someone says Fish Fry - do you think Mobile Meals of Ashe County? Soon you will 'cause the folks at Mobile Meals are frying up some of the best fish around. Your plate includes a large portion of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slgw and you'll get a drink with dessert for an $8 donation. All served up at Mobile Meals on Hwy 88 in Clifton - for more informa­ tion call 385-1314 - dine in, takeout and call-ins welcome. Music will be provided. 5 - 8 p.m.: S m a r t Gallery invites you to Christmas Open House rain, snow, or shine. Wonderful Christmas and hostess gifts are available in a wide range of prices. Meet'the * exhibiting artists, enjoy beauti­ ful music, delicious food, and visiting with friends. Saturday, December 2 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Second Annual Holiday Happenings is planned for the Fleetwood Community Center. Crafts will be available in the gym, a book sale in the library and live music will be available with remote on WKSK. Food will be avail­ able. Proceeds go to continued operation of the center. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Ashe County Farmers Market announces Holiday Green Days. There will be a selection of trees, green­ ery, roping, wreaths and other holiday trimmings for sell. 10 a.m.: - 4 p.m.: Celebrate the holiday with the Ashe Arts Council at the Holiday Open House and Artist Reception. Sunday, December 3 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 1st Sunday of Advent service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your atten­ dance. 5 p.m.: High Country Health Care Hospice Memorial Service will be held at St. Francis Catholic Church. This service is for the families of Hospice patients who have lost a loved one in the last year. The service will be a celebration of their lives as we deal with our losses. 7 p.m.: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will have revival with Rev. Leon Michael on Dec. 3,4,5. There will be special singing each night. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Choral Society will present a tion welcome you. Saturday, December 9 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Ashe County Farmers Market announces Holiday Green Days. There will be a selection of trees, green­ ery, roping, wreaths and other holiday trimmings for sell. concert of sacred and secular favorites of the Christmas sea­ son at the Ashe Civic Center. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Children's Christmas Play. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congre­ gation invite you to attend. Monday, December 4 Sunday, December 10 Noon: The public is cordially Invited to attend a Community Advent Worship Service at Jefferson United Methodist Church. This ecumenical service is sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. Preacher will be the Rev. Gregg Plott. Worship will be from 1212:30 p.m. and a Soup and Sandwich Luncheon to follow from 12:30-1 p.m. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Rurltan Club will sponsor its annual Community Christmas Party at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. Everyone in the two-county community is invited. Please bring a covered dish and enjoy an evening of Christmas food, fun, fellowship, and song. For more informa­ tion, call 982-9538. 7 p.m.: National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Service Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, in Boone. The event for December will be the annual holiday potluck dinner. Members, family, friends, and the public are invit­ ed to bring a favorite dish to share and enjoy the fellowship of the season. Tuesday, December 5 11:30 a.m.: The National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees (NAFRE) will meet at Shatley 6 p.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 2nd Sunday of Advent service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your atten­ dance. 3 p.m.: "Shake the Shivers and Celebrate Winter" - The ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. (except there is no meet­ ing in January). The December meeting will be at Smoky Mountain BBQ and will include a wreathmaking demonstration by Polly Hinn. Members are encouraged to come early for dinner and then enjoy the pro­ gram starting. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Wednesday, December 13 10:30 a.m.: The Ashe County Chapter of Retired School Personnel (RSP) will meet at Smoky Mountain BBQ. The Steele Magnolias will provide a fun-filled Christmas program. Please bring a toy for a needy child. All retired school person­ nel are invited to attend and enjoy the fellowship and fun. Foothills Arts Council in Elkin is offering fun monthly work­ shops for the whole family. All workshops are free or a mini­ mal cost. Call for details and to reserve your space early. Parent to accompany children under 12. Christmas orna­ ments and decorations, "Ice" sculptures (bring a glue gun if possible), creative movement. 3 p.m.: A musical/drama will be presented by His Kids and Adoration of the Ashe Schools of Home Education. The perfor­ mance will be at the Ashe Civic Center. Free admission. Christmas Play. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congregation invite you to attend. 6 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will have their 4 - 8 p.m.: W h e n someone says Fish Fry - do you think Christmas program consist­ ing of the youth program, "O Christmas tree' at 6 p.m. Mobile Meals of Ashe County? continued on page 11A you through the details of buying insurance or making a claim. While some insurance companies are no more than an 800 number and a voice mail menu, we're here to 7 p.m.: The choirs of West Jefferson First Baptist, Mount Jefferson Presbyterian, and West Jefferson United Methodist Church will present help-in good times and in bad-year after year. Monday, December 11 Wednesday, December 6 6 p.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Youth B will have their Christmas Play entitled "Old Fashioned Christmas" featuring the choir and special singing. Director Jeanie Larsen and the pastor Rev. Amos Combs invites you to attend. is a combined Nov./Dec. meet­ ing. For more information call 846-9068. Friday, December 15 Saturday, December 16 eal people. Hometown people who will help 6 p.m.: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church 7 p.m.: Ashe County Democratic Party will hold their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain BBQ. This they will have a Christmas Play on December 13 at 6:30 p.m. On December 17 at the 10 a.m. service the adult choir will present a Christmas Cantata, entitled "Emmanuel", then at 7 p.m. the children will present a musical followed by finger foods in the fellowship hall with a visit from Santa. On December 20 they will have churchwide Christmas Caroling beginning at 6:30 p.m. On Dec. 24 they will have a special Christmas Eve Service and the Lord's Supper. Pastor Jeff Nave and congregation invite you to join them for these services. Soon you will 'cause the folks at Mobile Meals are frying up some of the best fish around. Your plate includes a large portion of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw and you'll get a drink with dessert for an $8 donation. All served up at Mobile Meals on Hwy 88 in Clifton - for more information call 385-1314 - dine in, carry out and call-ins welcome. Your homeowners policy comes with something extra a Christmas program of sacred and secular music.The program will include flute and piano, instrumental solos, a string quartet, Christmas sing-a-long, and the Steel Magnolias, a ladies quartet. The program will be held in the new Hensley Hall at the West Jefferson United Methodist Church. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ Springs restaurant in Crumpler. Active and retired feder­ al employees are urged to attehd. 2 6:30 p.m.: Warrensville Baptist Church announces tAuto-Owners Insurance Life Home Car Business Kristen Pruitt Thi'No Pnl&mfofik* Kathy Pell Additional Discount Available for Seasonal Homes Af INSURANCE SERVICES West Jefferson West Jefferson Jefferson 206 S. Jefferson Avenue 1441 Mt. Jefferson Road 840 East Main Street (336) 246-7297 (800) 447-8851 Noon: Members of the Ashe County AARP Chapter 3992 will meet for their Christmas Dinner at the Ashe Services for Aging. The ham will be pro­ vided. Members are requested to bring side dishes, drinks and desserts. Following a short business meeting, Louise Caudill will present an update of changes on Medicare Part D for 2007. Music will be provided by The Red Hill Ramblers. Thursday, December 7 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will offer the Continuing Education Brokerin-Charge course at the Alleghany Center in Sparta. Anne Rasheed will be the pre­ senter. Cost will be $45. For more information or to pre-register, contact Benita Hampton at 336-372-5061 or Phyllis VanHoy at 336-838-6166. 7 p.m.: Wagoner Baptist Church will have their Christmas program. Pastor, Rev. Steve Viers and congrega­ Grading Co , All Types of Grading Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Koad Building Septic systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & Insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman Office • (828)963-4069 Cell•(828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-8610 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Arthur Joseph Bell and wife, Belinda B^U JIM REEVES - VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS 202 EAST MAIN STREET, P 0 DRAWER 67, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 (336)246-7172 • FAX (336)246-5966 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 06-SP-104 IN THE MATTER OF THE SALE OF LANDS OF ARTHUR JOSEPH BELL and wife, BELINDA BELL, Under foreclosure by Jimmy D. Reeves, Substitute Trustoo NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained In that certain deed of trust executed by Arthur Joseph Bell and Belinda Bell, dated 26 July 1996, and recorded in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 214, at pages 122-131, default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured, and said deed of trust being by the terms thereof subject to foreclosure, the undersigned will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, at the Courthouse door In Jefferson, North Carolina, at 2:00 o'clock p.m. on the 1" day of December, 2006, the lands conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being In Clifton Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: deg. 53' 43" E (crossing a 1/>" rebar set at 18.00 feet) for a total distance of 155.82 feet to the point of BEGINNING, containing 1.00 acres. Inclusive of the existing right of way of NCSR 1340. According to a survey by Billy W. Barr, RLS, L-3174, dated 9-19-91, Job No. 910907. Using the southern line of the Edgar Roland property (DB 132, Page 149) as a bearing reference. The above described property Is SUBJECT to an easemont of right of way and there is CONVEYED by this indenture the same water oasement and easement of right of way as described in that certain instrument which appears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry ih Book 132, at page 149, to which reference is hereby made for a specific description of said easements. There Is located on the above-described tract of land a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home containing approximately 1,126 square feet with a cellar. Being a tract of land located In Clifton Township, Ashe County, North Carolina. Bounded by the lands of, formerly of, or In possession of on the north by Edgar Roland, on the east by the Opal Roland heirs, on the south by NCSR #1340 and on the west by Blanche Roland, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on a new %" rebar, said rebar being the southwest corner of the Edgar Roland property (DB 132, Pg 149), in the eastern line of the Blanche Roland property and the most northwestern corner of the tract herein described; thence running with the said Edgar Roland lino S 75 deg. 19* 53" E (passing through a marked 24' Locust at 3.00 feet) for a total distance of 49.91 feet to a V«" rebar set on the west side of a road, N 70 deg. 02' 53" E for a distance of 68.92 feet to a new %" rebar, S 55 deg. 29' 40" E (crossing a V»" rebar set at 132.82 feet) for a total distance of 133.82 feet to a 14" marked maple, S 64 deg. 11' 08" E for a distance of 28.81 feet to a new 1/»" rebar; thence leaving the Edgar Roland line and continuing with a division line of the Opal R l n h i s p o e t S 41 d g 3 ' 09" W ( r s i g a 1 t oa d er r p ry e . 3 c o sn /" rebar set at 244.98 feet) for a total distance of 265.25 feet to a point in the centerllne of NCSR #1340; thence continuing with the centerllno of said road N 35 deg. 39' 46" W for a distance of 148.59 feet; thence leaving said road and continuing with the Blanche Roland line N 04 DIRECTIONS TO PROPERTY From West Jefferson, travel Hwy. 88 W toward Warrensville, from the intersection at Warrensville, travel approximately 2 more miles on Hwy. 88 W, turn right on West Mill Creek Road. Property is located at 2260 West Mill Creek Road, Warrensville, North Carolina, 28693. At the time of sale, the highest bidder shall immediately make a cash deposit in the amount of five (5%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever Is greater. This the 31st day of October, 2006. Jimmy D. Reeves, Substitute Trustee �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY EVENTS Area churches announce upcoming holiday services continued from page 10A and the adults, "Christmas in Cricket County, at 7 p.m. After the programs they invite you to join them in the fellowship hall for a birthday party for Jesus. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you. Sunday, December 17 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 3rd Sunday of Advent service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your atten­ dance. 11 a.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Christmas Cantata. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congregation invite you to attend. 6 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church invites you to their Christmas play "The Wondrous Birth". Refreshments will be served in the fellowship hall fol­ lowing the service. 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will have their Christmas Play "Do You see a Miracle". Rev. Charlie McCoy and the congeration invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek. Sunday, December 24 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas ser­ vice. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church will havetwo Candlelight Christmas Eve Services; the first from 5:30-6:15 p.m. and the second from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Everyone is invited to come aand bring family and friends to this very special Candlelight Service. Sunday, December 31 8 p.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces New Year's Eve service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Ongoing Events Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a. m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Episcopal Parish of Holy Communion will hold December services at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in West Jefferson. A Christmas week schedule will appear in the paper the week of December 18. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m., coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 9823076. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books: Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, make-up kit, and skin care. To find out more call 846-0781. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale C Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery, is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at Programmable Thermostat • UV Lights • Furnaces • Heal Pumps • Humidiliers "PLANNED SERVICE AGREEMENT customers are not charged overtime for emergency service during nights, weekends and holidays." : Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon - 1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an the Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. ffOmt AlfTMUHEED DEALER B&R Service, Inc. (336) 667-9235 • North Wllheshoto Since 1967 Tttr n to the Bupcrti Junior Rhodes Installation Technician x Air Conditioners We Service All Heating & Cooling Brands • Electronic Air Cleaners • Programmable Thennoslal * UV Lights 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every first and third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.* All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items,smallfurniture. and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason s Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640, next to The Gap Hair Salon, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. Angels In the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. ASHE COUNTY HISTORY - GREAT GIFT! "1799: North Carolina's Northwest Frontier" (1750-1865) by Rufus Myers Call 336-846-3994 or 846-6321 Free Brochure or mail $30 to P.O. Box 232 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Available in West Jefferson at Inula* or Shyland Books Lyalls Nursery HOURS: OPEN ALL DAY FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY Call after 7pm for appointment on weekdays 336-846-7516 • Cell 336-977-0067 Specializing in Choose and Cut Fraser Firs ~ Roping and Wreaths Owners: Eddie and Shannon 238 Mountain Valley Drive * West Jefferson, NC 28694 WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND JIM REEVES • VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS 202 EAST MAIN STREET, P 0 DRAWER 67, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 (336)246-7172 • FAX (336)246-5966 • jim@vannoyandreeves.com STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 06-SP-113 MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Breathe... Don't Burn! Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: • Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products • Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or righls-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads •Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Burn permits issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: www.ncair.org 1 (877) OPEN BURN 1 (877) 673-6287 Wmston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 (This ad paid tor By • viator of the open burning law) IN THE MATTER OF THE SALE OF LANDS OF Sam G. Rose and wife. Susan P. Rose, Under foreclosure by Jimmy D. Reeves, Substitute Trustee NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain deed of trust executed by Sam G. Rose and wife, Susan P. Rose, dated 22 March 2005 and recorded in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 326, at pages 1605-1610. default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured, and said deed of trust being by the terms thereof subject to foreclosure, the undersigned will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, at the Courthouse door in Jefferson, North Carolina, at 2:00 o'clock p.m. on the 8th day of December!, 2006, the lands conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being in Clifton Township, Ashe County. North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being the Sam Rose property as described in Will File No. 99E-144, office of the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County, and also being the Glen Rose property as described in Book Y3. at page 553, and Book Y-5, at page 134, Ashe County Registry; bounded by lands of, formerly of, or in possession of the following: on the North by R. Woodie, (Book 139, at page 1168, Ashe County Registry) and R. Parrish (Book160 at Page 755. Ashe County Registry); on the East by C. King (Book F-5 at Page 495, Ashe County Registry); on the South by D. Brown (Book 197, at Page 2113, Ashe County Registry), M. Sullivan (Book 151, at page 42, Ashe County Registry), and S. Mullis (Book A-3, at page 397. Ashe County Registry); and on the West by C. Weaver (Book 225, at page 808, Ashe County Registry) and NCSR 1347; and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on a point in the center of line of NCSR 1347 at the most western cornerof the Rose property, said point being S. 59-21-40 E. 38.74 feet from a Vt rebar found; thence with the center of line of NCSR 1347 four courses: (1) thence N. 7303-09 E. 38.13 feet to a point: (2) thence N. 59-42-27 E. 62.02 feet to a point; (3) thence N. 41.04-25 E. 35.29 feet to a point; (4) thence N. 33-36-01 E. 49.82 feet to a point; thence with the northern line of the Rose property and the Woodie and Parrish lines two courses: (1) thence S.84-40-48 E. Passing over a Vt " rebar set at 22.27 feet for a total distance of 370.86 feet to a Vt rebar set in a chestnut stump: (2) thence S. 83-45-06E. 892.54 feet to a Va" rebar set at a fence comer; thence with the eastern line of the Rose property and the King line, S. 07-53-46 W. 231.73 feet to a marked maple, said maple being N. 78-3744 W. 2.30 feet from a Vt rebar set as a reference point; thence with the southern line of the Rose property and the Brown Sullivan and Mullis line six courses: (1) thence N. 87-0315 W. 241-69feet to a Vt' rebar set; (2) thence S. 84-01-45W. 65.54 feet to and oak, said oak being S. 28-14-03 E. 3.56 feet from a W rebar set as a reference point; (3) thence S. 57-34-43 W. 156.74 feet to a Vt conduit found; (4) thence S. 61-11-06 W. 173.83 feet to a Vt" rebar set; (5) thence N. 7013-54 W. 134.05 feet to a !*" conduit found; (6) thence S. 77-29-06 W. 343.12 feet to a Vt rebar found; thence with the western line of the Rose property and the Weaver line five courses: (1) thence N. 10-33-05 W. 111.65 feet to a Vt rebar found; (2) thence N. 33-47-25 W. 51.75 feet to a Vt rebar found; (3) thence N. 64-54-43 W. 109.08 feet to a locust in a fence, said locust being N. 66-29-04 W. 3.45 feet from a W rebar found as a reference point; (4) thence N. 42-22-08 W. 30.85 feet to a Vt rebar found (5) thence N. 33-16-39 W . , passing over a Vt rebar found at 226.86 feet, for a total distance of 263.11 feet to the BEGINNING, containing 11.165 acres, as calculated by coordinate geometry from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Company, PLLC, dated 13 April 2004. Job # 040311. DIRECTIONS TO PROPERTY From West Jefferson travel Hwy. 88/194 toward Warrensville. turn right on Staggs Creek Road, turn right on Teadberry Road; property is located at 3130 Teaberry Road. Lansing, North Carolina. At the time of sale, the highest bidder shall immediately make a cash deposit in the amount of five (5%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater. This the 26th day of October. 2005. Jimmy D. Reeves, Substitute Trustee �PAGE 12A TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified A d Department Policy j CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Tuesday & Friday $ 14.55-20 words 17.05-25 words 23.73 - 30 words 27.50 - 35 words (extra runs, better rates.) CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION fx In the case of an on our part, credit be given for the first I :t run only. 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Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Free to Good Home Adult Male Cat, White with Black Splotches. VERY VERY Friendly and Affectionate!! Good with other animals! (Our other Cat doesn't like him, though) Call: 246-3723 and leave a message! 345-Hunting K & D Taxidermy 626 Peach Bottom Rd. Laurel Springs, NC 28644 Call Today (336) 359-2423 Shoulder Mount $185 The Biggest Deer killed: FREE! Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical Piano Service Call for free estimates. Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 message. 370-Cars/Vans for Sale Antique Auto for Sale 1923 Ford Model T Touring car Fresh professional restoration. Meets all original specif/cations, everything new or rebuilt. Maroon and black w/ brass trim. Tan interior. $20,000.00 Serious inquiries only. 717.993.5494 8am-5pm 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD. AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 2002 Ford F150 Lariat Crew Cab 4X4 Sun Roof, Leather, All Options. $12,500 Mouth of Wilson 276-768-9800 FOR QUICK RESULTSI Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our lor rent" sections. Call Coy at 336-846-7164 FOR RENT HOUSE 110 GENTRY ST. JEFFERSON 2BR.1BA FURNISHED DISH­ WASHER WASHER DRYER VACUUM GAS LOGS ELECTRIC FULL BASEMENT NO PETS ONE YEAR LEASE REFERENCES $800 MONTH $800 DEPOSIT 336 928-0064 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale Brick House with double carport. 5 minutes from West Jefferson and Jefferson. 3 Bedrooms with 1 1/2 Bath, Large living area with Fireplace. Kitchen with Bar, Utility room, sewing room. Large yard, 4.1 acres, 2 outbuildings plus Well House. Smethport area. To see House call 336-982-8567. Serious calls Please 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1950 Sq ft bedroom, 3 bath Horton Homes set up on over 1 acre of private land in Boomer off a paved street with beautiful views III Very private....Heat pump.. ..decks all in excellent condition All this for only $89,995.00 Call Mark for details 336-973-7488 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and Ask for Dewey before this program runs out ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Keep Checking the Classified Ads. Check Out the 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green,top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 3 bed/1 bath Apartment New Kitchen, Washer & Dryer. Main Street Lansing $400/mo. (561)750-7512 Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments •Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available Make Money Fast with a Classified ad. Call us at 846-7164 | zvxvzv. j effe rsonpos t. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Looking for Deer Hunt­ ing Club or Land For Lease with Good Deer Population. We Hunt without Dogs. James Clark 750 W.Deep Creek Rd. Bryson City, NC. 28713 Buy your home at THE 828-488-6961 james28713@ aol.com OAKS, a new commun­ ity for first-time home 350-Wanted to buyers located at the Buy Or Swap foot of Mt. Jefferson. All homes will meet GRUBB standards of NC LOGGING Healthy Build Homes, Star, and Wants to buy large Energy Advanced Energy sys­ or small tracts of tems. 3 BR, 2 Bath, timber. ALSO: app. 1,176 sq. ft. on Land with or .73 acre lot currently without timber. under construction. Call: Jim Grubb Advantaged financing 336-877-2330 available for qualified buyer. Income restric­ tions apply. Call WANTED TO BUY (828)264-6683 for Small or Large more information. Tracts of Timber Northwestern Housing Paying Top Dollar Enterprises, Inc. An Call 982-8154 equal housing opportu­ and leave a nity agency. YARD SALES EOE/AAE. Secretary/Tree Farm applicant must have experience in payroll, filing and record keep­ ing. general office skills, proficient com­ puter skills, have good people skills and selfmotivated. Benefits in­ clude paid holidays/va­ cation and insurance. Salary based on expe­ rience. Please send re­ sume and references to P.O.Box 22. Laurel Springs. NC. 28644 310-Musical For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 Only 1 left!! Single wide special. Vinyl and shingel exterior. $ 23,995.00 5 yr warranty Delivered and set up!!! Horton Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-7488 REPOS in Stock III! Ready for delivery. Easy financing!! With Warranty III Call for de­ tails Horton Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-7488 SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Dally New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 Special Offer: Hurry only 2 left at this price I! 28x60 double wide II 3 bedroom and 2 bath with den. dishwasher, and quality construc­ tion...5 yr warranty ON­ LY $ 49,995.00 deliv­ ered and set up. Hor­ ton Homes of Wilkes­ boro 336-973-7488 Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or Item, you can list It for free in the Classifieds. Call Coy at 846-7164 for more Information. 505-Modular Homes for Sale 1195-Legals LOOK!! 2 New Modular just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come By and Look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots~& Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. 20 words - 4 weeks $33.67 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building for Rent 1000+ sq.ft. Town of Lansing $400/mo. (561)750-7512 Commercial Building for Rent, 3552 sq.ft. or will divide in half. $1700/mo. Back Street West Jefferson (561)750-7512 Prime Commercial Space for lease in West Jefferson 977-1129 545-Real Estate For Sale For Sale 9.50 acres $12,000.00 per acre. Joins the Blue Ridge Parkway. Just off Hwy 16 N, Glendale Springs Area, on Osiyo Trail. For more information please call: 336-9577153. 1105-Heating & Air NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of an Order of the Superi­ or Court of Ashe Coun­ ty. North Carolina, made and entered in the action entitled In the Matter of the Fore­ closure of the Deed of Trust of Leonard J. Blevins and Merita P. Blevins, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will on Monday. Decem­ ber 18th, 2006 offer for sale and sell for cash to the last and highest bidder at public auc­ tion, on the courthouse steps in Jefferson. Ashe County. North Carolina at 11:00 am, the following described real property: BEING all of the real property more partic­ ularly described in that certain deed of trust recorded in Book 279, at Page 502 of the Ashe County Public Regis­ try and being com­ monly known as 382 Greensboro Road, Crumpler, North Carolina 28617. The sale will be made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, restric­ tions, assessments and easements of record, if any. The successful bidder at the sale shall be re­ quired to deposit with the undersigned Sub­ stitute Trustee immedi­ ately upon conclusion of the sale a deposit by certified funds of ten percent (10%) of the first $1,000.00 bid and of five percent (5%) of any amount over the first $1,000.00, with the full balance being due and payable on the eleventh day after the sale. This the 17th day of November, 2006. For SALE: VETRO P.C. Call 877 1209 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures. Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Hoider-Caine at 336-977-2113 1145-Steel Buildings STEEL BUILDING Others claim to be Fac­ tory Direct- we ARE Factory Direct! Offering HUGE discounts on overstocked inventory. Limited # available. CALL NOW! 1-800-222-6335 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Georgia B. Hunt, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 7479 NC Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC 28694 on or before the 5th day of February, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 26th day of October, 2006. Russeline H. Darnell Administratrix for the Estate of Georgia B. Hunt CO CO & LUNDY, By: M. Shaun Lundy State Bar Number 31656 Substitute Trustee 589 W. King Street Post Office Drawer 71DTS Boone, North Carolina 28607 Telephone: (828) 2653001 Facsimile: (828) 2648614 H:\Clients\SUGARTOP\Collins\Foreclosure 05-M-53\Notice of Sale 081905.doc NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE TQ CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutrix of the estate of WILLIAM H. OWENS, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the under­ signed on or before the 28th day of FEBRUARY, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned. This 21st day of NOVEMBER. 2006 Brenda K. Anderson. Executrix of the Estate of William H. Owens, Deceased 287 Old 60 Lakeview Wilkesboro, NC 28697 JOHNSTON AND JOHNSTON Attorneys at Law Post Office Box 398 Jefferson, NC 28640 DCC Don't Forget to Contact Coy at the Jefferson Post to reserve your spot on the High Country Business Services Directory. Call 846-7164 1195-Legals NOTICE OF PURPA HEARING TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS 1195-Legals 1195-Legals COUNTY REGISTRY, CAROLINA agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any rep­ resentation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environ­ mental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are dis­ claimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encum­ brances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax as­ sociated with the fore­ closure, for paying, if any A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Fol­ lowing the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. PUBLIC NORTH NOTICE OF SALE As part of the determi­ nation process for the standards set forth in the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPAct 2005).Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation (Cooper­ ative), announces a public hearing for all interested members on January 30. 2007. The hearing will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Cooperative's cor­ porate office in Lenoir, located at 1216 Blow­ ing Rock Blvd. Blue Ridge Electric en­ courages those wishing to attend the hearing to contact the cooperative by Jan. 30 by calling Brian Crutchfield at 1-800-451-5474. Ext. 3279 or by e-mail at bcrutchfield @blueridgeemc.com. The EPAct 2005 amended the Public Utilities Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (PURPA). The objec­ tive of this change in law is to provide great­ er encouragement for the conservation of energy, to make more efficient use of electric utility facilities, and to help ensure equitable rates for consumers. The standards of the EPAct 2005 include Net Metering, Time Based Metering, Inter­ connection, Fuel Source Diversity, and Fossil Fuel Generation Efficiency. A decision on the appropriateness to implement each indi­ vidual standard will be made on or before July 31, 2007, and will be based on the Coopera­ tive's studies and the input received from members during the hearing. The decisions will be communicated in writing through official notice. A copy of the complete legislative language relevant to these stand­ ards is posted on the Cooperative's website at www BlueRidgoEMC com or can be obtained at cost from Blue Ridge Electric by contacting Brian Crutchfield at 1-800-451-5474 or by e-mail at bcrutchfieldOblue- ridgaamc.com. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of M. M. Little, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the under­ signed on or before the 28th day February, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This 21st day of November, 2006. William Max Little, Executor of the Estate of M. M. Little Deceased 912 Friendship Road Jefferson, NC 28640 JOHNSTON AND JOHNSTON Attorneys at Law Post Office Box 398 Jefferson, NC 28640 dec IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY 06SP120 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JAMES J. CUMMINGS AND VIRGINIA A. CUMMINGS DATED SEPTEMBER 18. 2002 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 281 AT PAGE 1964 IN THE ASHE Pursuant to a Court order and under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and failure to carry out and perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pur­ suant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by said deed of trust, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at pub­ lic auction to the high­ est bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county court­ house of said county at 2:00PM on December 6, 2006 the following described real estate and any other improve­ ments which may be situated thereon, situat­ ed in Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Beginning on a point in the centerline of NCSR 1574, said point being the Virgil Benson Cor­ ner, and the western­ most corner of the Ford Neaves property herein described; thence from the beginning and run­ ning with the Virgil Benson line, an exist­ ing fence, North 68-38 East 19.19 feet to a fence post; North 68-35. East 131.95 feet to a 10-inch beech, North 64-49 East 290.41 feet to a stake at an oak: thence, leaving the Virgil Benson line and running with a division line of the Ford Neaves property, South 24-59 East 181.82 feet to a stake, South 49-51 West 400.96 feet to a stake; thence South 49-51 West 14.45 feet to a point in the center line of NCSR 1574; thence, running with the centerline of said road, North 54-59 West 47.08 feet to a point, North 44-56 West 32.27 feet to a point; thence North 36-12 West 78.06 feet; thence North 21-24 West 151.50 feet to the point of beginning, containing 2.44 acres, inclusive of the right of way of NCSR 1574. There is also conveyed to the Grantee an easement of right of way and an easement of water right more specifically described in that certain deed from H. Ford Neaves and wife, Guyda Neaves. to Harold Neaves and wife. Grace Neaves, dated April 27, 1976 and of record in Book T-5, Page 644, Ashe Coun­ ty Registry, reference being made to said book and page number for a more specific description thereof and incorporated by refer­ ence as if fully set out herein. And Being more com­ monly known as: 149 Walnut Cove Lane, Crumpler, NC 28617 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflect­ ed on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are James J. Cummings and Virginia A. Cummings. The property to be of­ fered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, ASHE COUNTY CAREER FAIR at Ashe Family Central hosted by the Ashe County JobLink Career Center and the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College Thursday, November 30th, 2006 2:30pm - 5:30pm Local Ashe County employers on-site that day will have job openings The date of this Notice is November 15, 2006. David W. Neill or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 8520 Cliff Cameron Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc/ 06-85852 PUBLICATION DATES: November 28, 2006 December 5, 2006 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Greg Lyons and Ra­ chel Moretz (PRES­ ENT RECORD OWNER(S): Gregory E. Lyons) to Comerv, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 27th day of August. 1999, and recorded in Book 242. Page 211, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substitut­ ed as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an in­ strument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jef­ ferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 11:00 on December 13, 2006 and will sell to the high­ est bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Ashe, North Caroli­ na, and being more particularly described as follows: Being a portion of the Pluto Investments, Inc. property as described in Deed Book 218 Page 2153 - Tract 2: Being more particularly described as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline inter­ section of N.C.S.R. # 1100 and the southern line of the Pluto Invest­ ments, Inc. property as described in Deed Book 218 Page 2153 Tract 2, said point being the southwestern corner of the William Kerley property, thence with said southern line • NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY • FULL A PART-TIME CLASSES • FINANCING AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • ENROLLING NOW ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS WYTHEVILLE.VA 1-800-334-1203 «ww.*IU*it«trMt*rlr(Ufr.rMi �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY NOVEMBER 28, 2006 PAGE 13A Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Together with a non­ exclusive twenty (20') foot right of way along the western line of the above described tract leading from NCSR #1100, said right of way to be 20 feet west of and parallel to the western line of the above described tract as shown on survey and plat entitled "Survey for Georgia Hernandez" dated March 11, 1999 by Thomas D. Herman, RLS L-2633. The grantee agree to share in the maintenance and upkeep of the road to­ gether with the other users of the road, The said right of way is to be used for ingress and egress and to be ap­ purtenant to the above described property. Subject to a twenty 1195-Legals a driveway along the northern line of the above described tract, said easement to be 20 feet south of and paral­ lel to the northern line of said above descri­ bed tract as shown on survey and plat entitled "Survey for Georgia Hernandez" dated March 11,1999 by Tho­ mas D. Herman, RLS L-2633. It is under­ stood and agreed that the said 20' drive ease­ ment is to remain open and unobstructed at all times and that the users of said easement are to share in the maintenance and up­ keep of the said ease­ ment. with the centerline of said N.C.S.R. #1100. four three courses 1) thence N. 48-32-09 W. 30.36 feet to a point, 2) thence N. 4705-50 W. 107.94 feet to a point, 3) thence N. 44-46-18 W 33.74 feet to a point; thence with a new line, three cours­ es. 1) thence N. 57-3901 E., passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 14.68 feet, for a total distance of 144.15 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar set, 2) thence N. 38-28-55 E. 57.34 feet to a 1/2inch rebar set, 3) thence S. 38-21-28 E. 70.07 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar found, said rebar being the northwestern corner of said Kerley property; thence with the western line of said Kerley property, S. 2212-14 W., passing over a 1/2-inch rebar found at 185.48 feet, for a to­ tal distance 199.41 feet to the BEGINNING; containing 0.500 acres as calculated by coor­ dinate geometry, from field data gathered by the Thomas Herman Company, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, NC 28640-0519, (336) 246-3352, NCRLS L2633, dated March 11, 1999. Job #97020101. Together with improve­ ments located thereon; said property being lo­ cated at 498 Cranberry Spring Road, Fleet­ wood. North Carolina. of trust/security agree­ ment. or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers. directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the hold­ er of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all respon­ sibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition ex­ pressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assess­ ments, and prior liens or encumbrances of re­ cord and any recorded releases. Subject to the following restrictions which shall attach to and run with the land: 1. There shall be no mobile homes located on the above described property. 2. There shall be no untaged vehicles parked on the above described property. 3. There shall be no busi­ nesses operated from the above described property that are visible to the public or to any other property owners in the subdivision. Any property owner may conduct a telephone or computer business that is wholly confined with­ in the dwelling. No separate buildings may be erected for the pur­ pose of conducting a business outside the dwelling. 4. No outside junk will be allowed on the property. A cash deposit or cash­ ier's check (no person­ al checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or sev­ en hun >ed fifty dollars ($750.0j), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. This 8th day of November. 2006. SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ EE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ EE Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discre­ tion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in BY: Attorney at Law The Law Firm of Hutchens, Senter & Britton, PA. Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O.Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Car­ olina 28311 http;//www,fc-salfls.com NCGS §45-21.23. Case No: 141.113770 Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). \rasi3o£K3ra°an SOB OOTH233C]0>SOT HUM G3QD3B8 A P e r f e c t B i r t h d a y , W e d d i n g o r C o l l e g e Gift! S t a y i n f o r m e d w i t h n e w s from A s h e C o u n t y ! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gift. <§>ub><scriptjon for... Name In Ashe County • S36.O0 Address I Seniors In Aslic Co. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed City. % • S33.O0 .State Out-of-County (All) A Gift from: I • $46.SO Name .Qntnnlped to tnioq nrtt EXCAVATING . , HOME tfEPAIrtS ji ^Mountain Field ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC Appleseed Quality Home Repairs £xcavatmg GRAPHIC DESIGN No JOB Too SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers ROOFING 2S yearn Experience • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property • l itciiscd in North < anilina be V4 • Install roofing of all kinds Repairs • Appliance Installation • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt • Hoof Painting , • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing • Insured be ALL Work t.uaranteed All types of repairs and maintenance tor your home or business. All calls returned. FREE ESTIMATES Maintenance Contracts by request. 336-385-2346 \Mobile: 336-977-1312 Merb Mckittrick Allen Miller Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 €!HP Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC ^ 336-9X7-4514 1 l Mention this ad when calling SATELLITE JOE'S mj SATELLITE COUNTRY S TATE L INE F AST L UBE Hwy 16 @ NC/VA State Line 276-579-4562 V CONST RUCTIO'N SULLIVAN CONSTRUCTION 3 5 YEARS EXPERIENCE Dozer Work Track Hoe Backhoe Work Basement Spring Work Footers Reservoir Road Building New House Sites Septic System: Install and Repair NEW NUMBER ~ HOME (EVENINGS & WEEKENDS): 336-846-9293 Or Call: 336-877-7088 or 336-877-0309 POOLS ON WHEKIS RJ CAIME • Decks • Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs 4c Maintenance 336-384-4352 SALES it SERVICE Tanlthjy — One ST# to r SERVICES TREE SERVICE C5T TELEVISION CEXTEi Sony \ Mountain View w ,Lamsun9 IV Center ifvcnwN •Panasonic C t SUtiwUc my 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 Ifofiftfr Ihe BEST Prim Pmible B OB'S T REE S ERVICE Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" • Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978/ P for hreat BUSINESS Sharp • Remodel Jobs FREE ESTIMATES! FREE ESTIMATES • Senior Citizen Discounts • Repair to Complete Replacement AND Filter t Lube car All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs I V 0// Change, Lube A F//ter j'j Qgg 8-2 Wed & Sat R OOP'S R OOFING1 VOVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Set_of 4 All 13" -$199 All 14"-$229 All 15"-$259 16"Truck - $420 215-85-16-235-85-16 , ROOFING |APPALACHIAN ROOFING COMPANY 336-384-2063 TIRE 5ALE Open 8-5 M'T'Th'F m LOOPING TVf M Rick's Excavating^'Sm Fxejavatin/i R o a d B u i l d i r\a Excavating • Road building Fonde • Land Clearing Basements • Dirt Hauling 4614 Cheek Mountain Road Laurel Springs, N.C. 28644 336-372-5895 Mobile: 336-657-7699 TREE#SER\TCE Mabe's Tree Service LLC ^ Beautification Trimming - Pruning Hazardous Tree Removal Storm Damage Specialist • Fencing M • Landscaping • Retaining Walls • Lawn Maintenance Fully Insured • FREE Estimate Michael Allen Mabe - Owner-Specialist 336-359-2312 • Cell: 336-657-7720 �PAGE 14A TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Planning to fish at the beach? Read this first. RALEIGH. N.C. (Nov. 20) - Effective Jan. 1, anyone 16 years and older fishing recreationally in North Carolina's coastal waters will need a fishing license. Anglers under 16 will not need to purchase a license. A Coastal Recreational Fishing License (CRFL) will be required to harvest finfish in the state's coastal fishing waters, which include sounds, coastal rivers and their trib­ utaries, out to three miles into the ocean. Recreational anglers who catch fish from three miles to 200 miles off­ shore will be required to have this license in order to trans­ port fish back to the shore. Anglers fishing recreationally in joint waters - areas managed by the Marine Fisheries Commission and the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission - will need either a CRFL or an inland fishing license. Currently, anglers 16 and over need a license when fish­ ing in public, inland waters, which are managed by the Wildlife Resources Commis­ (S sion. Revenues generated from sales of CRFLs must be used to conserve and enhance North Carolina's marine fish­ eries resources, according to Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) Director Pres Pate. "License revenues will go into two marine resources funds managed by the state's Wildlife Resources and Ma­ rine Fisheries commissions," Pate said."A grant program is being established to disburse the revenues in four main ar­ eas: habitat protection, pub­ lic access, resource enhance­ ment and public information. We envision academic insti­ tutions, government agen­ cies and conservation groups, among others, having the op­ portunity to apply for these grants." In 2005, North Carolina had over 2 million recreation­ al anglers fishing from coastal waters and was ranked third in the nation for the amount of recreationally harvested saltwater fish. "In addition to providing additional revenues, data generated from the new license will also provide fish­ eries man­ agers with more ac­ curate esti­ mates on the numbers of recreational anglers and the type and amount of fish they are catching." Pate. said "That en­ hanced data will help us make bet­ ter decisions about alloca­ tions, about setting sea­ sons and about resolv­ ing user con­ flicts." Prices for the CRFL will vary de­ pending on residency, age, duration and type of license purchased. For residents, the annual cost for a CRFL will be $15; for a 10-day license, $5. For non­ residents, the annual cost for a CRFL will be $30; for a 10day license, $10. Those who purchased a lifetime sportsman or life­ time comprehensive fishing license, issued by the Wild­ life Resources Commission, do not need to purchase a CRFL if they purchased their lifetime license before Jan. 1, 2006. To view a complete list of license options, visit DMF's Web site, www.ncfisheries. net, or the Wildlife Resources Commission's Web site, www. ncwildlife.org. The cost to fish in North Carolina's public, inland wa­ ters will remain at $15 annu­ ally for residents. A CRFL, available for sale Jan. 1, can be purchased in four ways: Call the Wildlife Resources Commission at 1 (888) 2486834. Hours of operation are: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Fri- Go to the Wildlife Resourc­ es Commission's Web site, www.ncwildlife.org. Visit a Wildlife Service Agent. Most are located in bait-and-tackle shops, hunt­ ing and sporting good stores and larger chain stores across the state. Visit one of six DMF offices located on the coast. For loca­ tions, visit the agency's Web site, www.ncfisheries.net. Those who receive food stamps, Medicaid or Work First Family Assistance can obtain a subsistence waiver through their county Depart­ ment of Social Services. This annual waiver allows the holder to fish recreationally with hook-and-line in inland waters (with the exception of Public Mountain Trout Wa­ ters), joint waters and coastal waters. For more information on the CRFL, including a com­ prehensive list of all avail­ able licenses, or to download a frequently asked questions document, visit the Wildlife Resources Commission's Web site, www.ncwildlife.org. Enter the Pizza PIUS / Jefferson Post PIZZA PLUS 2*i||(6/7 Football (Contest Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Pizza PIUS / Jefferson Post Football Contest! $25 2006-'07 Football Contest Rules 8. 15. 9. 16. 10. • * * 1.The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines in the entry blank which team you think will win. 2. At the btttom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the space indicated guess the total combined number of points that will be scored by both teams in that game. 3. A *25 cash prize and a $10 Gift Certificate from Pizza Plus will be awarded to the entrant predicting the most winners. In the event of ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the winning entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the tie the prize will be divided equally. 4. In the event games are postponed they will only count in that week's contest if they are played within that week's contest period. The contest period covers games from Friday through the following Thursday. 5. Entries may be mailed to: Jefferson Post at RO. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson. All mail entries must be postmarked by the post office no later than the Friday preceding the start of the contest period and be received no later than Monday's mail. 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XC 886-667-6111 WWW.ttPECIALTrCARCOMmillT.COM nWHWWWWHHHHWWHWH •8 ® t I • ® k. « • •?*wm i w i m m s o II Ashe County's Only Subscription Newspaper 336-846-7164 • Fax: 336-846-7165 Website: www.jeffersonpost.com E-mail: editorial@jeffersonpost.com SPECIALTY FAR COMPANY 1-SPECIMTY& 1-TW0-T0PPING ll •ZZA PLUS IIfi III1' I mo lilfcii 1A99 m •Co* m •fctJOatafy frnkitk �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 PAGE15A THE GOLDEN POST Senior Center calendar for December Friday, December 1 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 11 a.m.-Noon: Red Hill Ramblers 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, December 4 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ed 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, December 5 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket weaving 6-9 p.m.: Holiday floral arranging Wednesday, December 6 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 9 a.m.-Noon: Holiday floral arranging 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: "Finding Relief from Pain after Shingles" video presentation Noon: AARP meeting with covered dish luncheon Thursday, December 7 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 9-11 a.m.: Social Security representative 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle Friday, December 8 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 9 -11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10-11 a.m.: New Medicare updates for 2007 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, December 11 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: Nutrition Update 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 11:30 a.m. Program on "What Does Hospice Offer?" 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, December 12 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket weaving 6-9 p.m.: Holiday floral arranging Wednesday, December 13 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 9 a.m.-Noon: Holiday floral arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-3 p.m.: Mobile Pharmacy at Ashe Senior Center 11:30 a.m.: Program on New River State Park Thursday, December 14 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 9 a.m.: Senior Center Advisory Committee 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 10 a.m.: Generations Day Care program Friday, December 15 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-Noon: Singing with Edith 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, December 18 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ed 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, December 19 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 6-9 p.m.: Holiday floral arranging 10:30 a.m.: Low Vision and Diabetic Support Group 11 a.m.: Christmas carols and program Thursday, December 21 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle Friday, December 22 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Christmas with Ray and Friends 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, December 25 Closed to celebrate Christmas Merry Christmas! Tuesday, December 26 Closed to celebrate Christmas Wednesday, December 27 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Thursday, December 28 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 11:30 a.m.: Last days to sign up for Medicare Part D for 2007 Friday, December 29 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Exercise Room, Blood Pressure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab;10 a.m.-Noon: Rook Games; 10-11:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes. For more information, call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. jftlerrp Christmas Wednesday, December 20 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise ant> 3|appp ©ear! Medicare Part D enrollment deadline is Dec. 29 by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Senior citizens looking for help with their prescription drugs need to enroll for the Medicare Part D annual election period by Dec. 29. According to informa­ tion from Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP), during the annual election period a Medicare beneficiary is provided with one opportu­ nity to drop or switch plans. Those already on a plan do not have to cancel or disenroll from the current plan before switching to a different plan. Enrollment into a different or new plan will automatically cancel the current plan. All signups and changes become effective on Jan. 1, 2007. The signup period that began Nov. 15 is for any senior eligible for Medicare Part D as a new enrollee or to switch plans from last year. Those who were eligi­ ble during the initial signup period, Nov. 1, 2005 to May 15, 2006, may have to pay a 1% penalty for every month enrollment was delayed. All those with Medicare are eligible to enroll in a prescription drug plan regardless of income or are 21 approved companies get help at Ashe Services for assets. If you are eligible in North Carolina offering Aging Senior Center in West for Medicare, you are eli­ 51 prescription drug plans. Jefferson. Director Louise gible for a prescription drug Monthly premiums range Caudill and her staff and plan. Options and features from $17.50 to $85.90. volunteers will work with will vary according to the Some of the plans have seniors to help them choose plan chosen with such national coverage, which is the plan best for them. For choices as generic and name important for beneficiaries an appointment, call 246brand drugs, prior approval who live in more than one requirements, deductible state. Some plans are sold 4347 or 246-2461. Seniors can also get help and co-payment restric­ as stand-alone insurance products while others are from the Medicare & You tions. SHIIP notes that there offered through Medicare 2007 Handbook or call Advantage options such as SHIIP at 1-9-800-443-9354. HMOs, PPOs and private To compare plans online, go fee for service. All plans are to www.medicare.gov. not identical but most offer There is additional help benefits at least equal to for those who have limited from more than 149 com­ Medicare's standard pre­ munity leaders in 30 dif­ incomes and resources. New scription drug plan model ferent counties, in order to for 2007 in North Carolina of coverage. identify what those leaders is the NCRx program pay­ Medicare beneficiaries think about the booming will need to compare plans ing up to $18 each month aging populations in their and choose the one that best toward the monthly pre­ communities. Overall, the suits their needs. Those mium for Medicare pre­ leaders were indeed aware who are satisfied with their scription drug coverage for of the demographic shifts existing plan do not have eligible beneficiaries. Find taking place in their com­ to do anything as long as out more by calling 1-888munities and were very their plan is still available. 488-6279 or going online to positive about the 6Q+ resi­ Seniors in Ashe County can www.ncrx.gov. dents. Only 5 percent of the community leader respon­ dents think these residents take more than they con­ tribute to their communi­ ties. Leaders in religious communities, local govern­ ment and social services are especially likely to agree that the 60+ resi­ dents make a valuable net contribution to their com­ munity. 25 WORD CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENT Older people are not all moving south To move or not to move? Recently AARP released a new in-depth study, which dispels the common myth that a majority of the 60+ population packs up their belongings and moves to warmer climates as they age. According to the report, "Aging, Migration, and Local Communities: The Views of 60+ Residents and Community Leaders," con­ ducted by AARP Knowledge Management, only about nine percent, or 4.4 mil­ lion people age 60+, were residentially mobile, mov­ ing beyond their county in the five years prior to the 2000 Census. In contrast, 9 in 10, or 41.5 million of Americans 60+, preferred to stay in the same home or county. The study results are based on two types of data: an analysis of U.S. Census data and survey data including 1,201 telephone interviews with residents age 60 and older who live in counties where the pop­ ulation is aging and 149 community leaders. Half of the counties are expe­ riencing a high growth of the 60+ population due to in-migration, and half of the counties have a stable population among that age group. By doing this research, AARP seeks to better understand the twin phenomena of aging - why some older Americans move to certain communi­ ties, and why others opt to stay in their current homes and communities. "Connectedness to fam­ ily, friends and communi­ ty is truly the emotional fabric of our society and these relationships are key factors in the decision to stay or move," said Nancy LeaMond, Group Executive Officer, AARP. "Whether the community has a booming new 60+ popula­ tion or a stable group of 60+ residents, the influx of Baby Boomers in the upcoming years will chal­ lenge community leaders to plan ahead accordingly for medical care, transpor­ tation options, and social services." The report identifies key factory that motivate 60+ residents to move to a dif­ ferent county. In fact, closer proximity to family, friends and children ranked high in the reasons cited for the move. Similar factors rank high irf seniors remaining at home, including: prox­ imity to other family mem­ bers, satisfaction with their current home, and satisfac­ tion with current job or job opportunities. In identifying local gov­ ernment priorities over the next five years, a large per­ centage of those residents 60+ focused on transporta­ tion and housing, includ­ ing less traffic congestion, better transportation and better quality roads, and affordable housing needs. Despite other social, envi­ ronmental and macroeconomic factors, these two topics came up in many different ways as concerns and considerations among both the 60+ population and community leaders. "The results of this study provide, both reassurance and challenges as local communities experience the aging of their popula­ tions. We know most people do want to stay in their homes or community, so engaging community lead­ ers and the 60+ residents in an ongoing dialogue is a priority for AARP," said Elinor Ginzler, Director of Livable Communities. "We're thrilled to see that this group has identified affordable housing and bet­ ter transportation needs as key priorities over the next five years. This confirms that AARP's strategic focus is really relevant to our membership." Finally, the report includes interview data Shovel in the Savings with this Winter Classified Special! hi The study also found community leaders believe the 60+ residents ben­ efit their local communi­ ties through volunteering, sharing valuable experi­ ences, providing economic benefits, and being good, solid citizens. In contrast, more than 76 percent of the 60+ population think community leaders need to start paying more atten­ tion to the needs of its 60+ citizens. For more information visit www.aarp.org. To Run 8 times Photo included (optional) SELL, BUY OR TRADE Includes: Furniture • Appliances Vehicles • Antiques Animals for Sale Throughout the month of November & December 2006 ONLY * Normally $43.67 �PAGE 16A TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Hugh Morton's photographic legacy remains Check out the Jefferson Post online at: www.jefTersonpost.com r % November 22nd l\uvmv l);i\ ill iV: Julio.HTcvihsBH I }J i ^ &. Wanda xiKMuJparciiivT"lo»l & Lctha Day-* Ed & Worn Ward . Jffladtka&mx&'Majdi Photos by Hugh Morton When Hugh Morton died on June 1 this year, he left behind the rich legacy of HUMAI I SOCIETY Grandfather Mountain, a natural treasure that has been enjoyed by millions of 46-PAWS MM people. He also left an amazing leg­ These animals are available for adoption. acy of photography, begin­ ning before World War II and continuing until just 12 days before he died. These are three outstand­ ing pictures by the late Hugh Morton that capture Grandfather Mountain in a time of year when many avoid its high peaks: win­ ter. But the spectacular, Himilayan Mix Kitten clearer-than-summer views matched with the beauty of ice and snow on the moun­ tain make up for what can be some rather chilly tem­ peratures. To encourage the hardy to come visit even in winter, Grandfather is offering a six-month Secret Season pass at $20 for an individual or $60 for groups and families of up to six people, adults and children. These passes went on sale Nov. 1 and are good through April 30. Supplying our comm complete line of build plumbing, electrical, h Do It Best paints si 19 South Third Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-246-2611 www.parkertie.doitbest.com Beagle Mix Puppies Beautiful white kitten with golden points. five week old orphans. Five puppies left. Precious1 Yellow Lab Mix Five puppies left, veiy affectionate, ten weeks old. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located between Little's Gym and StyLine Telephone We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesoclety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@sltybest.com �Basketball Wrestling Indoor Track Wrestling �PAGE 2B TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 JEFFERSON POST WINTER SPORTS PREVIEW Husky Varsity Basketball Women's 2006 Roster 2007 #11 Carmen Wagner G Soph. 5'4 #12 Kassee Roberts G Senior 5'6 #14 Kaitlin Smith G Junior 5'4 #20 Kelly Hudler F Junior 60 #21 Kendra Yearick F Soph. 5'8 #22 Larken Mikeal G Junior 5'3 #23 Kim McNeil F Soph. 5'10 #24 Shelly Barker F Soph. 5'9 #25 Katie Gammons F Senior 5'8 #32 Lindsey Hagel F Senior 5'8 m \ J I urn " -p •m ,. I £ A & Photos by Michael Graybeal: NP= Not Pictured No. #3 #4 #10 #12 #14 #15 #22 #23 #24 Name Coleman Payne Year Senior Ethan Goodman George Baker Senior Kaleb Davis Kelsey Combs Ben Warner Ethan Graybeal Justin Ford #25 #32 David Grubb Ryan Moser Husky JV/V Basketball 2005-2006 Level Date November 17 JV/V Girls November 18 JV/V Boys i November 24 JV Girls/ November 25 JV Boys i i November 28 JV/V i December 1 JV/V JV/V December 5 i December 8 JV/V December 12 JV/V i December 15 JV/V December 19 JV/V i December 21 JV/V December 27 V Girls/ i December 28 V Boys i January 3 January 5 i January 9 January 10 i January 12 January 17 i January 19 January 23 i January 26 January 30 i February 2 February 9 i We Salute All Ashe County Winter Sports Athletes, Cheerleaders and Coaches Come by and see Mack Powers and Staff for all your diabetic needs. We have a large selection of diabetic supplies. Tatum Lemly #33 #34 i Daniel Wain Parker Johnson JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V Site Time Opponent AWAY 6:00 p.m. East Wilkes (Scrimmage) HOME 1:00 p.m. St. Stephens (Scrimmage) MILLER INSURANCE/DR PEPPER Home JV INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT (Ashe, South Iredell, Watauga, Johnson County) 4:00 p.m. HOME ALLEGHANY AWAY 4:00 p.m. Avery AWAY 4:00 p.m. Watauga AWAY 4:00 p.m. Forbush HOME 4:00 p.m. WILKES CENTRAL HOME 4:00 p.m. SURRY CENTRAL HOME 4:00 p.m. AVERY HOME 4:00 p.m. WATAUGA COLVARD OIL HOLIDAY VARSITY INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT (Ashe, Grayson County, Elkin, Johnson County) 4:00 p.m. AWAY Starmount 4:00 p.m. HOME NORTH SURRY AWAY 4:00 p.m. Alleghany 4:00 p.m. HOME WEST WILKES 4:00 p.m. AWAY North Wilkes 4:00 p.m. AWAY West Wilkes 4:00 p.m. HOME FORBUSH 4:00 p.m. AWAY Wilkes Central AWAY 4:00 p.m. Surry Central 4:00 p.m. HOME STARMOUNT AWAY 4:00 p.m. North Surry HOME 4:00 p.m. NORTH WILKES (SdDGXil IL Co Huskies & Bulldogs DIABETES IF(I SHOPPE" The Warrensville Drug Store 5083 NC Hwy 88 West • Warrensville • 384-3900 James R. 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Junior Junior �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY/ NOVEMBER 28, 2006 PAGE 3B WINTER SPORTS PREVIEW Wrestling Schedule November 18 December 1 December 2 December 5 December 6 December 12 December 16 December 19 December 21 December 29 December 30 January 3 January 5 January 12 January 19 January 23 January 26 January 29 North Wilkes Vikings Duals Avery Ashe Invitational North Iredell Grayson County Quad Meet Hibriten North Iredell Invitational Watauga West Caldwell Quad Meet Royal Viking Classic ©North Wilkes West Wilkes North Iredell North Surry North Wilkes Forbush Wilkes Central Surry Central Starmount 9 a.m. 7 p.m. 9 a.m. 7 p.m. 5 p.m. 6 p.m. 9 a.m. 6 p.m. 5 p.m. High School 1 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. Away Home Home Away Away Away Away Away Away 9 a.m. Away Home Away Home Away Home Home Away WRESTLING Conference Tournament: February 3. 2007 @ North Surry NCHSAA Dual Team Tournament: February 6, 8, &10, 2007 Individual Regionals: February 16-17, 2007 Individual State: February 22-24, 2007 Coach: Keith Phillips Assistant Coach: Brian Chatham Go Huskies! Wrestling 2006 Roster 2007 Matt Richardson Rafael Rodriguez Buster Phillips Dustin Roten Jacob Gentry Orry Owen Evan Love Dalton Lewis Aaron Scott Chris Lyall Jesse Carpenter Toryn Little Matt Weaver (NP) Chris Edwards (NP) John Cicero (NP) INDOOR TRACK Indoor Track 2006 Roster 2007 Niko Janetta Caitlin Garn Sarah Wright Ashley Bower Savannah Sheets Aaron Scott Andy Widner Let Our Team Assist You Back To Health! Travis Jones Zach Davis Nick May Roxanne Thomas Jessica Poe Cory Halsey Dakota Price <\sst. Coach MaryBeth Knight Meadow Creek Shopping Center West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-5651 w ww. currcn tch i ro. com �PAGE 4B TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2005 JEFFERSON POST WINTER SPORTS PREVIEW JV Boys 2006 Roster 2007 JV Girls 2006 Roster 2007 #10 Samantha Miller G Freshman Jaren Holman F Fr. 5'10 #11 Charity Shatley G Freshman Tavin Holman F So. 5'11 #12 Cara Church G Freshman Grayson Wells G Fr. 5*11 #14 Morgan Casey F Freshman Cory Roten G Fr. 5'6 #15 Jessica Walker G/F Freshman Richie Absher G So. 5'8 #20 Ariel Farmer G Sophomore Tucker Clay G So. 6'0 #21 Brittany Lyalls G/F Freshman Jordan Nichols G So. 5'10 #22 Autumn Barnes F Sophomore Ben Warner F So. 6'1 #23 Kelsey Johnson F Freshman Brandon Lucas F So. 5'9 #24 Stephanie Ratliff F Sophomore Sam Price C Fr. 6'1 #25 Caitlin Elliott G/F Freshman Dustin Hamm C So. 6'6 - Head Coach - Bobby Hudler Assistant Robin Roberts Head Coach - Scott Grubb Assistant Wesley Rousseau Husky Freshmen Basketball Freshmen 2006 Roster 2007 No. #3 #10 #12 #14 #21 #22 #23 #32 Name Jonathan Scott James Snyder Jordan Roberts Evan Gray Mike Martabano Tyler Day Darren Green Aaron Cole Yr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Freshman Basketball Schedule"1 | Date Dec. 7 I Opponent Time Site Carroll County 6 p.m. Away Away Dec. 9 Watauga 11 a.m. Dec. 16 Johnson County 7 p.m. Away Jan. 6 Johnson County 2 p.m. Home | Jan. 11 Caroll County 6 p.m. Home Jan. 13 Watauga 11a.m. Home I Jan. 20 Watauga 11 a.m. Away • Jan. 27 Reagan 11 a.m. Away _ Feb. 3 Reagan 11 a.m. Home Johnson County 1p.m. Away | Feb. 10 Wesley Rousseau, Head Freshman Coach Great Selection of Gift Baskets W Mm £2? Luch to flLL the Team*! 1321 246-9899 Mt. Jefferson Road West Jefferson for Christmas! Good Luck to all our Ashe County Teams! j 106 E. Main Street • West Jefferson • 336-246-2501| �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2006 PAGE 5B WINTER SPORTS PREVIEW Blue Bulldogs Silver Bulldogs H 0 V % Blue Girls 2006-2007 Roster Mallary Clay Callie Barker Lizzie Hanes Karanda Weaver Mackenzie Johnson Kelsey Spears Allison Powers Tiffany Cozart Head Coach Dustin Farmer Silver Girls 2006-2007 Roster Brandy McCoy (NP) Taylor Parsons (NP) Asst. Coach Mary Howell Head Coach Mike Johnson Dylan Carter Josh Faircloth Connor Hart Josh Johnson Head Coach Dwayne Farmer "™Blue Bulldogs Basketball Schedule"' i i i i Date Nov. 30 Dec. 4 Dec. 7 Dec. 11 Dec. 12 Dec. 18 Jan. 2 Jan. 4 Jan. 8 Jan. 9 Jan. 11 Jan. 18 Jan. 22 Jan. 20 Team West Wilkes Central Wilkes Piney Creek West Wilkes Johnson County Central Wilkes Blue vs. Silver Greeen Valley Hardin Park North Wilkes Piney Creek Johnson County Sparta Glade Creek Site BRES ACMS Piney Creek West Wilkes JCMS Central Wilkes ACMS Green Valley BRES ACMS BRES ACMS Sparta ACMS Time 4:30 4:30 4:00 4:30 5:00 4:30 6:30 4:30 4:30 4:30 4:00 5:00 4:00 4:00 Go Blue Bulldogs! II Asst. 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We strive to encourage the discipline and desire to be successful not only in sports, but academics as well. We take pride in our students, our school, and the support of our community. Cody Cook Dakota Elliott Andrew Russell Kegan Blevins Antonio Barrintos Austin Rash Cody Roten (NP) Cody King (NP) Tony Ray Johnson (NP) Head Coah Charles Weaver T.J. Trivette (NP) Malcolm Horton Levi Shepherd Allen Osborne • great deal: I want value Glve me a hug* selection of channel*: I have eclectic tastes satisfaction: TV so good 111 never want to ewltcft My Choice: America s Top 180. Over 240 channels. / \T^r/ More Packages. More Ways To Save. Choose from the popular packages below, as well as many other entertainment options. America's Top 60 $1199-. America's Top 120 $29.99- KshHO'Brorue $29.99-, Ow 00 favorite channels Over 200 great channel flMarsitfTOHi-aaBra) Ashe County Middle School 255 Northwest Lane Warrensville, NC 28693 (336) 384-3591 Principal Bobby Ashley Asst. 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Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 81 Issue 95 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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There are also new windows and other improvements continu­ ing as this former high school is renovated to serve the com­ munity. "Everything flows much better now, and we're not even done yet," said Joe Boccardy, director of Parks and Recre­ ation, on Wednesday as he explained the improvements. Pavers from Tri-County Pav­ ing were busy putting down the new surfaces for several lots around the facility. Drywall was being replaced in­ doors by State Drywall, and everyone at Family Central is proud of the new windows. These windows replace the former cracked, plexiglass ones that were drafty and not very attractive. In some plac­ es, such as the offices of Child Care Resource and Referral, walls had to be torn out to replace the windows, and the drywall is being repaired as quickly as possible. Outside texturing will be done in the spring along with landscap­ ing. Boccardy said the paving by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Post photo by Linda Burchette Worker repairs drywall at Family Central. should be completed by today (Friday) and striping of the lots should take place on Mon­ day, weather permitting. Staff members and visitors have had great difficulty in park­ ing before and during this renovation of the lots. Some got stuck in the mud behind Family Central. Those former ball fields and lots will hope­ fully see improvements, Boc­ cardy notes, if the county is successful in seeking a Parks and Recreation Trust Fund grant to be applied for early See Paving, page 5A Clinic fundraiser reports success The first annual Brunch, Libby's Holiday Style Show and Parade of Homes and Bed & Breakfasts fundrais­ er for the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic held Nov. 18 at the Civic Center was a great success. With a $25,000 matching grant from Blue Cross/Blue Shield Foundation, the clinic must raise that amount to receive the full $25,000 by the end of December. So far, with donations still arriving in the mail, over $17,000 has been contributed. More than 80 local businesses and indi­ viduals supported the event with cash, and with $3,000 in valuable auction items and door prizes that were given to lucky winners during the style show and parade of homes. Plans are underway to schedule the annual event for December 2007, with even more delectable foods and gorgeous homes. What started as a dream of the Ashe Outreach Ministries is now a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization, fully-function­ ing as a weekly clinic with dozens of volunteers giving their time, talents and energy as well as financial donations. The mission of the clinic is to serve the health and wellness needs of the medically unin­ sured of Ashe County between the ages of 18 and 64, which numbers close to 5,000 poten­ tial patients. With funding provided through grants and contributions from local busi­ nesses and individuals sup­ porting the clinic financially, every Thursday evening the Post photo by Linda Burchette Artist Lenore DePree has presented her most Impressive work to date to her church, Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian. "Surely the Presence" features all the children of the church, and will be dedicated this Sunday. An artist's masterpiece by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Seven months of work have culminated in a masterpiece for artist Lenore DePree and for the people of Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church. This Sunday, a dedica­ tion service is planned for a magnificent piece of artwork DePree has created and do­ nated to her church. "Surely the Presence" was a divine inspiration, and features the children of the church in the artist's interpretation of the angels in the biblical story of Jacob's Ladder. DePree is well known in Ashe County and around the See Clinic, page 5A world for her dramatic paint­ ings full of rich color and of­ ten representing local people and places. This new work is her grandest yet, standing 12 feet tall and five feet wide and showcasing all 26 children in the church. The idea began with a church class taught by an in­ terim pastor just before cur­ rent Pastor Billy Robinson joined the church. The inter­ im pastor was talking about Jacob's Ladder. As the story goes, said DePree, Jacob went to sleep in the desert with his head on a rock. He dreamed of a lad­ der to heaven and angels as­ cending and descending the ladder. When he woke up, he said, "Surely the presence of the Lord is in this place and this is the gate of heaven and I knew it not." The interim pastor also taught those in the class the song "Surely the Presence of the Lord is Here and This is the Gate of Heaven." "That night," DePree said, "before I could fall asleep I saw this whole painting of angels on a ladder on stained glass and thought that would be so beautiful. Then I looked and thought, that's the chil­ dren of the church." When Pastor Robinson joined the church, DePree told him her idea of paintSee DePree, page 5A Ashe County's newly elect­ ed commissioners will take their seats Monday afternoon as the board convenes for its last meeting of the year. Those new members and other offi­ cials elected in November will take the oath of office Monday morning. The commissioners" meet­ ing opens at 3:30 p.m. with the current board members ap­ proving minutes and depart­ ing members Richard Calhoun and Gerald Price offering their • comments. Then the board will adjourn and new mem­ bers Gary Barber and Marty Gambill will be seated along with re-elected member Rich­ ard Blackburn and returning members Larry Rhodes and Judy Foe. In the first order of business, the board will elect a chairman and vice-chairman.Rhodes cur­ rently serves as chairman and Blackburn as vice-chairman. Once the board is organized, a county attorney (currently John Kilby) and county clerk (Ann Clark) will be appointed. The board will also adopt its Rules of Procedure and choose committee appointments. The agenda continues at 4 p.m. with Planning Director Zach Edwardson presenting requests from the planning board. This board has been discussing development in the floodplain in the Todd and Fleetwood communities, creat­ ing some controversy among landowners and business peo­ ple. A group of residents is pe­ titioning to slow development along the New River in Todd and Fleetwood. At 4:20 p.m., Parks and Rec­ reation Director Joe Boccardy will discuss a memorial park bench project and planned ap­ plication for the 2006-07 Parks and Recreation Trust Fund grant to continue improve­ ments at Family Central. A public meeting is planned on Tuesday, Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. at Family Central in the large conference room to gain citizen input on the county's plan to submit an application to the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund. PARTF is a state grant pro­ gram that provides funds to local governments for the acSee Board, page 5A Leviton honored at Industry Appreciation event by Jim Thompson Editor Over 100 people gathered Tuesday at Jefferson Land­ ing to honor the 20 companies that make up the county's manufacturing base. Representatives of the firms mingled with repre­ sentatives of local and state government at the Industry Appreciation Luncheon. The event was sponsored by the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce, the county gov­ ernment, and the towns of West Jefferson, Jefferson and Lansing. Chamber President Carol Coulter and County Commmi8sioner Richard Black­ Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost .com circulation@jeffersonpost. com classified<§jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Post photo by Jim Thompson Lou Lovelace (left) of Leviton accepts an award honoring the company's centennial from Chamber President Carol Coulter. Commissioner Richard Blackburn is in the back­ ground. MerleFest songwriting contest returns WILKESBORO, NC: MerleFest 2007 organizers have announced that composer and recording art­ ist Jim Lauderdale will again serve as Honorary Chairperson of the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest. Entries on for the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest must be received by March 4, 2007. Lauderdale will empanel a group of Nashville music industry figures that will evaluate all the entries. This panel will choose three finalists in each of four categories: bluegrass, country, gospel, and general. The finals will take place at MerleFest 2007 on April 27 on the Chris Austin Stage, sponsored by ASCAP and No burn surprised representa­ tives of Leviton with a special presentation. Lou Lovelace, who oversees the company's North Carolina operations, accepted a plaque marking Leviton's centennial, as well as its 38 year presence in the county. The company is the largest manufacturer in the county, employing in excess of 700 workers. In accepting the plaque, Lovelace thanked the county for its long support. He ex­ pressed optimism about "an­ other 100 years in business, and another 38 years here in Ashe County." The luncheon featured a speech by Michael A. Almond, who serves as special assis­ tant for economic develop­ ment to ASU Chancellor Ken Peacock. Almond spoke on Ashe County's role in the 21st century's global economy. He urged those present to work for more regionalism in de­ velopment, as well as stress­ ing education in the area. Almond predicted a bright fu­ ture for manufacturing in the county, with new, high tech companies replacing jobs lost as lower skill positions have moved overseas or simply dis­ appeared. (Editor's note: Almond's speech is being presented in two parts in this newspaper. This first part appears today Depression. Songwriters performing at the festival will judge the finals. At MerleFest finalists will receive 4-day all access credentials and lodging, underwritten by Fishman Transducers, and compete for prizes include cash prizes, sponsored by Thomas Fisher, First Vice-President, Morgan Keegan, Durham, NC, and Epiphone Guitars from Gibson. Additional prizes and support come from Acoustic Guitar Magazine; SonicBids, and D'Addario strings. The first place con­ testants will perform for the main stage audience. Entrants have a choice in how to enter the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest. They may continue to enter the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest by mail for an entry fee of $25 per song using the entry on page 9A.) The companies honored at the event included: Ad­ ams Construction, American Emergency Vehicles, Ashe County Cheese Co., Ashe County Christmas Tree As­ sociation, BREW, Catawissa Lumber and Speciality Co., Dr Pepper Bottlers, Elk Creek Lumber, Gates Corp., General Assembly, Leviton Manufacturing. McFarland & Co., Northwestern Emergen­ cy Vehicles, Screen Special­ ity Shop, Smiths Aerospace Components, Southeastern Specialty Vehicles, Tri-Coun­ ty Paving, Uniform Express, United Chemi-Con and Vannoy Construction. form from the contest brochure (available by calling 800-799-3838) or printed from www.merlefest.org/ SongwritingContest.htm. All entries by mail must be submitted on tape or CD with entry fee and an official entry form to The Chris Austin Songwriting Contest; PO Box 121855; Nashville, TN 37212. Entries without completed entry form and fee will not be judged. Correction The NCDMV license office in Boone is located on West King Street, near the courthouse, not on Bamboo Road as we earlier reported. We regret the error. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Postal Services ready to deliver 20 billion letters GREENSBORO, NC - San­ ta isn't the only one who will be working Christmas Eve. The U.S. Postal Service will deliver Express Mail on Dec. 24 and 25, helping fami­ lies and customers across the country keep the "happy" in the holidays. The Postal Service expects to deliver 20 billion letters, packages and cards between Thanksgiving and Christmas, with the busiest mailing day expected to be Monday, Dec. 18, when more than 280 mil­ lion cards and letters will be processed - more than twice the average processed on any given day. Total mail volume on Dec. 18 is projected to rise to 900 million pieces of mail, increased from 670 million pieces on an average day. About 100 million FirstClass letters are processed daily. That number increases to about 150 million a day dur­ ing the holidays. About 12 mil­ lion packages will be delivered every day through Christmas Eve. The busiest delivery day will be Wednesday, Dec. 20. "We work hard every day to make sure we meet the needs of our customers. But we take the extra step, meet the additional challenge, dur­ ing the holidays," said Henry Dix, District Manager/ Lead Executive, Greensboro Dis­ trict. "Our commitment to our customers remains strong. 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Flease call with any information. 246-3602 or 977-5540 OFFERED FOR SALE SEALED BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5™, 2006,4:00PM at Jordan and Jordan Law Offices, PLLC located at 4i0 East Main Street, Suite 2, Jefferson, NC. This sale is for the former Chief's Fire and Rescue building, improvements, attached equipment and 3.617 acres (as described in legal section of today's Jefferson Post classifieds on page 6,7B) by the registered owners, Phyllis R. and Richard K. Ashley. Suggested bidding price should start at $1,325,000°°. This property is scheduled for foreclosure on December 7th, 2006 at 1:00pm, however, the trustee along with the USDA have agreed to allow the owners the opportunity to sell this property subject to the trustee and the USDA's approval, which will happen before the foreclosure deadline. Additional information can be emailed or picked up by contacting Richard Ashley at: Cell: 336-877-0486 Email: consultrashIey@yahoo.com All bid offers should include name of bidder, contact numbers (including email address) and bid price offered. Website link available to view more photos and information. ATTACHED EQUIPMENT • 50 Ton Whitney Punch • Shear 1/4" x 10' • Paint Booth - Downdraft 45'L x 16'W x 16'H -fully computerized with hake cycle, 2.5 million BTU furnace located on roof, OS HA approved automatic fire suppression system. • Additional Equipment Available - Email for details Entrance to Jefferson Landing • 3 Phase Power • 2 Air Compressors with wraparound air lines • Infared Propane Heat • 2 Heat Pumps Building is located in city limits of Jefferson with town water and sewer. 27,480 square feet of heated floor space. Zoned industrial. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2006 PAGE 3A SOCIALS Hord-Smith wed in Reidsville Justin Daniel Phillips and Brittany Leigh Huffman Huffman-Phillips engaged to marry Mr. and Mrs. Keith and Tammy Huffman of Crumpler are pleased to announce the engagement and upcom­ ing marriage of their daugh­ ter, Brittany Leigh to Justin Daniel Phillips. Justin is the son of Mrs. Brenda Phillips and the late Dwight Phillips. A September 15, 2007 wed­ ding is being planned. The bride elect is a 2006 graduate of Wilkes Commu­ nity College and is employed with Kilby & Hurley Attor­ neys in West Jefferson. The groom is a 2003 graduate of Ashe County High School and is employed with Boone Kubota in Deep Gap. 6 Open Mic' event planned in Wilkes The Wilkes Heritage Mu­ seum, along with the Wilkes Acoustic Folk Society (WAFS) welcomes any and all per­ formers and the general public to join us for the Blue Ridge Music Jamboree 'Open Mie'Jaeasioji on Saturday^-December 2. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and performances last from 10 a.m. to noon. The 'Open Mic' Session will be held on the second floor of the Wilkes Heritage Museum. Lighting, sound system and ample space for entertainers to warm up is provided. Now is the oppor­ tunity to be in front of an audience, play, and sing, and a chance for feedback from other musicians. The Blue Ridge Jambo­ ree 'Open Mic' Sessions will be held the first Saturday of every month. WAFS member­ ship is not required. The ses­ sions are free and open to ev­ eryone. Admission is charged to view the museum exhibits. The Wilkes Heritage Mu­ seum is open to the public Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Admission to view exhibits and participate in guided tours of the Old Wil­ kes Jail and Cleveland Cabin are $5 for adults and $4 for students and senior citizens. Children 5years and younger • are admitted free of charge, Call 336-667-3171 for more information. Andrea "Annie" Lynn Hord of Gibsonville became the bride of Ryan Page Smith of West Jefferson at 4 p.m. Sat­ urday, Oct. 7, 2006, at Camp Springs United Methodist Church, Reidsville, with the Rev. Renee Burnett officiat­ ing. The bride is the daughter of Pamela U. Hord of Gibson­ ville and the late Gerald O. Hord Jr. She is the grand­ daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Owen Underwood of Gibson­ ville and Ava M. Hord of Re­ idsville and the late Gerald O. Hord Sr. The groom is the son of Mike and Jackie John­ son of West Jefferson and Mr. Dan Bare of Jefferson. He is the grandson of Jerry Smith of Jefferson, Hulene Brock of Kenansville and the late Mr. and Mrs. Gene Bare. His great-grandmother is Mae Smith Morrison of Jefferson. Maid of honor was Aman­ da Jones of Kenly, and ma­ tron of honor was Jennifer Massengill of Erwin. Brides­ maids were Tina Trianosky of Blacksburg, Va., cousin of the groom, and Callie Birdsell of Boone. The groom's father was best man. Groomsmen were Jerry Smith, Paul Trianosky, uncle of the groom, of Moun­ tain City, Tenn., and Phil Howell of Jefferson. Flower girls were Betha­ ny Bare and McKensie Bare, nieces of the groom. Ring bearer was Hunter Hord, nephew of the bride. A graduate of Western Alamance High School, the bride earned a bachelor of science degree in business from N.C. State University, Raleigh, where she is now employed with the College of Textiles. The groom graduated from Ashe County High School, West Jefferson, and N.C. State University with a bachelor of science degree in environmental technol­ ogy. He is a wetland scientist with Soil and Environmental Consultants, PA, Raleigh. After a honeymoon trip to Hawaii, the couple now re­ sides in Raleigh. Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Page Smith aG©R GALLERY Baby News Lauren Hoffman and Grant Warden of Jefferson announce the birth of their daughter, Skylar Warden. She was born Nov. 17,2006, at Watauga ) M e d i c a l Center in Boone.Skylar KJeddity, cHfaytmeHt <xnd (UitA <XHH4UHCC*HZHt& aftftean eac/t 0p*UcUitf in T^endYinc 07ueA4CcUfA. tA 5 K ' / f l w if weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces. Bobbi and Brian Lambeth of Jefferson announce the birth oftheir son, Jack Thomas Lambeth. He was born Nov. 17, 2006, at Watauga M e d i c a l in Center Boone. Jack Thomas weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces. Tronda Knodle and Derrick Jones of West Jefferson announce the birth of their daughter, Talula Faye Jones. She was born Nov. 20, 2006, at Watauga Medical Center in Boone. Talula Faye weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces. .V CVt/cAV. 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But there is a major excep­ tion, which begins on page 9A of this newspaper and will conclude in Tuesday's issue. This speech was given by Michael A. Almond, who serves as special assistant for economic development to Chancellor Ken Peacock of Appalachian State University. He has a num­ ber of other roles, including serving on the Golden Leaf Foundation board of direc­ tors and the executive com­ mittee of the Northwest North Carolina Advanced Materials Cluster. When it comes to the economic future of our county and region, Almond knows whereof he speaks. There were two particu­ lar emphases in his speech. The first was regionalism. Our much-prided coun­ ty boundaries are totally meaningless in the global economy of the 21st cen­ tury. To the extent they make us think our inter­ ests only lie within them, they are, in fact, harmful. Ashe County and its lead­ ers must think beyond the box that was last redrawn by the legislature over 130 years ago. We must cooper­ ate with our neighbors in this region, or we cannot have any hope of succeed­ ing in the world ecopomy. Almond's second point was education. The most important point he raised in that was the need for North Carolina to modern­ ize its education laws. To put it simply: 16 year olds should no longer be allowed to drop out. Period. That was okay when a ninth grade education would allow a person to make a living, but those days are gone. Eliminating the legal possibility of dropping out of high school will take two things to make it a success. The first is finding ways to reach the young people who do not like school. That will mean training some teach­ ers to specialize in reach­ ing the unmotivated and also using creative meth­ ods of education. The second necessity is a program to teach families about the critical impor­ tance of education in their children's lives. Too many dropouts leave school because of a lack of sup­ port at home. That must change. Take time to read Michael Almond's speech. It tells a lot about the world we live in today, and a lot about where we are head­ ing in the decades ahead. PAGE 4A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2006 Tax reform To the Editor: Americans for tax reform has issued its annual report. The report points to the day when a typical American can say he is free of taxation. In 2006 the day was July 12. This was the day when the average gross income earner had paid for all the burden of taxes imposed- federal, state, and local governments. The report said that in 2005, it took one less day, July 11 to do the same. Two thirds of the cost of government are for federal programs with the remain­ ing one third shared by state and local governments. Since 2000, when President Bush took office, Americans have had to work 11.8 more days to pay off his or her share of the cost of government. This tax watch group, Americans for Tax Reform adds the costs of government regulations in addition to the direct taxa­ tion. John Marshall, one of our nation's earliest supreme court justices stated "The power to tax is the power to destroy". If I remember the US Con­ stitution the power to levy taxes is one of the 33 powers that Congress is charged. The President has only 13 powers and the Judiciary 6 powers. The way many of America's leaders use the power to tax suggests if not stopped they will soon destroy freedom for all Americans. Karen T. Nieto Jefferson Landowner responds To the Editor: I'rii a third' generation resident/landowner/small business owner in Todd, and I would like to respond to the negative publicity the sale of our land has generated. For the last two weeks, one neighbor after the next has petitioned against us or writ­ ten editorials. Not one person called or came by to speak with us about our land sale. Every legal requirement has Letters to the Editor been met, so I will address their personal views. To Stacy Martin, who wor­ ries about public access to the river and made the quote, "Who wants to kayak through a subdivision": there is little if any respect for private property. Twice this summer I personally was involved with getting intoxicated canoers to safety. My stepchil­ dren, who were fishing from our own riverbank, were wit­ nesses to seven nude canoers who cheerfully waved as they floated by. Also, it is a com­ mon occurence to find some­ one dragging their water toys through hay fields on their way to or from the water, not worrying about hay damage or trespassing. To the person who said their Todd business would de­ cline if,houses were built and destroyed the view: I have never received any dividends from them, so I doubt their profit margins have anything to do with the looks of my farm. Our nursery business is located less than one mile from the last floodplain de­ velopment and I don't think we lost a single sale because of those homes. In fact, two of those owners are customers. To the people of Green Meadows, all I can say is its a case of the pot calling the kettle black. It didn't hurt your feelings or your wallets to buy homes on the river. We didn't hear you scream­ ing about ruining the scenic beauty of family farms or riv­ er bottoms. On the petition that passed through the neighbor­ hood, point 15 stated, "The Ashe County Heritage Devel­ opment plan hap a planned Blueway Canoe Trail and Todd Greenway Hiking Trail." To all the people in Todd who are so quick to want private land control, I can't wait for you to be asked to sign over right-of-ways for strangers to hike through your front yards. As far as Ms. Morrison goes, I'm thankful I'm not her mother. I can just imagine her telling me, "Gee, mom, I hope you don't mind the abuse and neglect at the nursing home, but the, neighbors1 and,I don't thinkrttfs in.the,public.inter­ est to sell anything to provide for you, after all, you're not going to live long enough to be worth it anyway." It would benefit some members of the Todd commu­ nity to buy a Bible and read Exodus, chapter 20, the Ten Commandments. I believe number five, "Honor thy fa­ ther and mother," means you take care of them when they can't care for themselves, no matter what it takes. Num­ ber nine tells us do not bear false witness against your neighbor. A lot of people have had plenty to say about how our family thinks or feels, or why we've sold land person­ ally owned by us. We haven't been asked any of this by anyone, so I wonder how they got their information. Finally, number 10 says do not covet thy neighbor's house. When someone wants to take what I own for their own benefit (donated public park), covet is the word I'd use. After these wonderful neighbors of Todd have a long talk with God, then maybe they will climb down off their high horse, before he bucks them off, straight to you know where. If we were the kind of peo­ ple most everyone is making us out to be, we would have already accepted one of the many offers this publicity has caused. It would be really easy to sell the other 40 acres we own and live it up like we've been accused. The lifetime residents of Todd have accepted those of you from other places. Now is your time to accept change like we did, and befriend the new homeowners in our neighborhood. You never know, one of them might be­ come your new best friend. Diana Houck Todd Can indexing save Social Security? J) Mg, Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. 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Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2006 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Have you heard about the ideas for changing the index­ ing of Social Security? Does this sound like something only economists and accoun­ tants could get excited about? Well, beware, because the proposals to change the way Social Security payments are indexed could be the most sig­ nificant element in the debate Over the 70-year-old retire­ ment program; indeed, much more important than the clash over personal accounts. First, what in the world is indexing? Indexing addresses a com­ mon problem in economics: how to compare dollars in different years. The problem arises because dollars usu­ ally decline in their purchas­ ing power over time. Because of the trend of rising prices from year to year - generally known as inflation - a dollar this year buys less than a dol­ lar did 10 years ago, and it's likely a dollar 10 years in the future will purchase less than a dollar today. So it is incor­ rect, financially speaking, to compare dollar amounts in different years unless you make an adjustment, and this adjustment is called in­ dexing. Indexing actually is very simple. Some index is chosen that reflects how the value of dollars changes over time and is applied to past dollars to make them comparable to today's dollars. So, for ex­ ample, if the index value for some past year happened to be 2, then this meanB a dollar in that past year really had the same purchasing power as two dollars today. With Indexing 101 un­ der your belt, let's go back to Social Security. There are two places in Social Security where in­ dexing is used. One is once a person is already re­ ceiving Social Security. Here, future payments received by the person are indexed to ac­ count for price increases that have occurred. This means, for instance, that a person receiving $1,000 a month this year would receive $1,030 a month next year if the infla­ tion rate for this year turns out to be 3 percent. The index used to make this adjustment is the widely quoted Consum­ er Price Index. There are no proposals to change this indexing. Instead, the suggestions for change come in the second way that indexing is used in Social Se­ curity, how person's very first Social Security payment is calculated. Here's the arithmetic on that first payment. The histo­ ry of the person's wage earn­ ings is laid out. Since past dol­ lars have a higher purchasing power than current dollars, past dollars are indexed - in­ creased - to make them com­ parable to the purchasing power of today's dollars. Once a person's past wage incomes are expressed in the purchas­ ing power of today's dollars, an annual average is calcu­ lated and used to determine the individual's initial Social Security payment. Stay with me! The index used to adjust those past dollars in the figuring of a person's first Social Security payment is a wage index, not a price index. The proposal floating around Washington is to drop the wage index and use a price index for many re­ tirees. So what, you might be thinking, what difference does this make? A lot, because wages typically increase fast­ er than prices. In the last 10 years, wage rates increased 39 percent compared to a 27 percent increase for prices. So a shift from wage indexing to price indexing would re­ duce a person's initial Social Security payment, and since future payments are based on that initial payment, all fu­ ture payments would also be smaller. The benefit of this change is that it could go a long way toward increasing Social Se­ curity's solvency. Some ana­ lysts estimate this one change would eliminate more than two-thirds of the program's projected financial shortfall. Also, there are proposals to introduce indexing on a slid­ ing scale with income. Low­ er-income households would still use wage indexing, but the change to price indexing would gradually occur as the Social Security recipient's in­ come rose. But the impact of the change in indexing is clear: Many future retirees would receive noticeably less from Social Security with price indexing than with wage in­ dexing. So it could be inter­ preted as a benefit cut. On the other hand, supporters of the change say it's not a cut if the alternative is a bankrupt Social Security system! You'll have to decide who's correct, but one thing is clear: any change in how indexing is applied to Social Security is a big deal! Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ liam Neal Reynolds Professor and extension economist in the Department of Agricultur­ al and Resource Economics of North Carolina State Univer­ sity's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. He teaches and writes on personal fi­ nance, economic outlook and public policy. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2006 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT 'A Sweet Taste of Christmas' to benefit Youth Ministries Looking for a great Christ­ mas present for that hard to buy for person on your list? If so, High Country Youth Min­ istries has a great solution to your problem and you can help out a great cause while getting some great Christmas gifts for yourself or others at a new fundraising event—A Sweet Taste of Christmas. A Sweet Taste of Christmas includes a silent auction held throughout the event begin­ ning at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9 on the corner in West Jefferson beside Active Realty in the old Hymosa Computers building. The live auction will begin at 6 p.m. "We will have a silent auc­ tion going on all day on many great items with most of those being from Ashe County in­ cluding a framed canvas print from Stephen Shoemaker signed and not yet released," Co-Coordinator Michelle Graybeal explained. "Come get a jump start on your Christmas shopping while contributing to a great organization. Stop by and epjoy a homemade des­ sert and drink and browse the many items for sale as you lis­ ten to Christmas music." Other items up for auction include works of art from lo­ cal well-known artists Raney Rogers and R.T. Morgan, a framed Bob Timberlake print, a framed and matted photo­ graph from local photographer Lori Hall of Art and Soul Pho­ tography, and a handmade afghan that a talented lady has crocheted. All proceeds will go to High Country Youth Ministries and will help to bring Christian programs and special events to the High Country. High Country Youth Ministries, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization that supports local youth by presenting God's love through outreach, service, support, and innovative events and activi­ ties. Homemade baked goods are needed such as cakes, pies, candy, cookies and other des­ serts to be donated to serve at the event. "If you wish to donate a homemade dessert, please contact one of the group members below and we will gladly arrange to pick the item up. We would like the desserts to be whole and not cut into serving sizes. Monetary do­ nations will also appreciated, and all proceeds will benefit local youth," Co-Coordinator Kristi Lewis said. The first event held by HCYM was the free Hyper. Static Union concert this past August. Hyper Static Union, a Christian rock band, * was first discovered by Third Day when mutual friends on the West Coast shared HSU'S early demos with the Grammy-winning band. High Country Youth Ministries was organized in the spring of this year. Upcoming events being plailned by HCYM include sponsoring an Ashe Youth Tal­ ent Search Night on Jan. 13 at Ashe County High School Auditorium. The event will begin at 5 p.m. and end at 9 p.m. If anyone is interested in performing, contact Randy Rhodes at 384-2831 or 9771121. Another concert is also being planned by the group as well. If anyone would like to bake an item, donate an item for the fundraiser or would like more information, visit www. highcountryministries.com or call Kristi Lewis at 384-9300 or Michelle Graybeal at 8460432. Downtown businesses welcome visitors during open house tonight by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor December opens with a Christmas spirit in downtown West Jefferson as art galleries and businesses welcome visi­ tors to a Holiday Open House tonight (Friday, Dec. 1) from 5 to 8 p.m. More open house events are planned on Satur­ day, Dec. 2. Stroll through the down­ town and enjoy music, refresh­ ments, decorations, and look for that special gift among the many fine merchants Ashe County has to offer. Smart Gallery will provide musical entertainment by Al­ ice Harlow playing the Celtic harp and serve scrumptious desserts plus coffee, hot apple cider, and wine. The gallery features work from a range of talented and award-winning artists including paintings, sculpture, woodworks and jewelry. Delight in the renowned artwork of R.T. Morgan and his wife, Camille, at the R.T. Morgan Art Gallery and Glass by Camille along with refreshments in a warm and welcoming holiday spirit. En­ joy sculpture and paintings by the owners along with other featured artists showing pot­ tery, blown glass, sculpture, baskets, garden creations, and paintings. MayTowne Shoppes will be serving refreshments and visitors can register to win a handmade stocking filled with gifts from throughout the store valued at $200. The store offers a smorgasbord of unique and interesting arts and crafts. Originals Only features the paintings of artists Joannie Bell and Lenore DePree. Musical entertainment will be provided by talented mu­ sician Michael Bell, and re­ freshments will include cook­ ies, punch and wine. Bohemia offers not only one of the downtown's favorite coffee shops but artwork from Janet Breshear,co-owner with her husband, Ken, and other artisans. Live music will be provided from 7 to 9 p.m. by jazz trio The Lucky Strikes. The gallery and coffee shop will feature their special holi­ day drinks and baked goods along with gifts from the New River Winery. Visitors will find a multi­ tude of wonderful Christmas gift ideas at River Rock Gal­ lery, Ashe County's first art­ ist cooperative featuring high quality craftsmanship from local artists. Co-op members and consignment artists are showing a variety of fine art and handcrafted works in­ cluding jewelry, pressed flow­ ers, weaving, painting,stained glass, handmade books, pho- cilities at Ashe Family Central. These facilities will include three brand new ball fields, a concession stand, bathrooms, a playground, and additional parking. Those interested are asked to attend this meeting or stop by the Parks and Recre­ ation office at Family Central and sign the petition stating your support. At 4:45 p.m., Clay Church will address the commission­ ers with an appeal of denial for the Present Use Value Assess­ ment program. Items under general ses­ sion include the first reading of a Rapid Communications Franchise Agreement, appoint­ ments to the New River Men­ tal Health Board, and approval of bond for sheriff and register of deeds. ivia Townsend, Brandon Bad­ ger, Dylan Blevins, Savannah Anderson, Hannah Anderson, Scottie RobinSbn, Munroe Robinson, Corey Badger, Sar­ ah Wren Robinson, Nathan Herman, Adeline Bowers, Co­ lin Estes, Athena Estes and Samuel Anderson. The rich colors signify a stained glass window with light from the top flowing down over the children, meet­ ing with light coming up from candles lit by the two teens as acolytes. DePree said she wanted to depict the children as what they are, gifts from God. "There is a feeling of awe and reverence, with the chil­ dren's hands folded in prayer," she said. "The babies at the top with that bright light rep­ resents the children and light coming straight from heaven, and the teenagers at the bot­ tom lighting the candles are growing up and relighting the earth's light. It is presented as stained glass with squares of light and the dark purple stripes of Jacob's Ladder run-' ning up through the painting getting smaller and smaller. The whole purpose of the painting is to instill a sense of awe in the presence of God wherever people gather and worship." "This church trusted me to paint their children and put a huge piece of art in the front of their church," said DePree. "I was excited and half the time scared to death. I owed it to these children and their parents and their grandpar­ ents to do it well, because these children are a gift from God." She supervised the hang­ ing of the piece, which took several men and several days to get it on tne wall and prop­ erly lit. The painting hangs behind the altar where all in the congregation can see it. "This was our first venture into church art," said DePree. "There was so much interest in it while I was painting it in the gallery. People would come in and comment on it and ask when it would be done. This is a gift from Gordon and me to this church where we've worshipped for 16 years. And to all the people who partici­ pated in the process." The project was a bit- tersweet one for DePree. It will be her last here in Ashe County as she and Gordon plan to move back to Illinois after the holidays. The couple met in their native Chicago and married there before beginning a life of overseas travel and spending these past 16 years in Ashe Coun­ ty. They will leave behind a legacy of helping to found the well-known and still grow­ ing art district in downtown West Jefferson. They opened the former DePree Studio and Gallery a decade ago, and DePree currently works with fellow artist Joanie Bell in Originals Only just down the street from her previous gal­ lery. "Surely the Presence" will be dedicated during the 11 a.m. service on Sunday, Dec. 3 at Mt. Jefferson Presbyte­ rian Church in West Jeffer­ son. Everyone is invited to at­ tend. During the dedication, DePree said she plans to talk about angels as messengers. "We need to teach the chil­ dren, or what will happen to Christianity?" she asks. "The messengers tell us about God's love. It takes a village to raise a child, and it takes a church to raise a Christian." You can see close-ups of this artwork and learn more about the artist on www.lenoredepree.com. Board continued from front page quisition and/or development of public recreation facilities. Ashe County Parks and Recre­ ation intends to apply for fund­ ing. This will be the third at­ tempt for funding to construct and renovate recreational fa­ tography, pottery, wood sculp­ ture, and wood turnings. Mountain Home Utopia is a newcomer to the down­ town with upscale fire places, culinary systems, outdoor kitchens, casual furniture, and one-of-a-kind custom oil paintings. Visitors will find some very distinctive gift-giv­ ing ideas. Tin Roof Gallery is home to artist Catherine Altice. Her work is whimsical and thought provoking. Enjoy contemporary mixed media paintings, jewelry, crafts, note cards, and sculpture. Find your loved one or friends a re­ ally fun gift for the Christmas season. Restaurants downtown will also welcome visitors to the Holiday Open House. Mi­ chael's 102 North offers "Taste the Art" with entrees of wild game and fresh Arctic Char, a cold water white fish. Frasers Restaurant offers various ap­ petizers and fresh fish selec­ tions along with steaks and pasta dishes. Return to the downtown on Saturday for more holiday shopping and open houses at Ashe County Arts Center and Acorn Gallery. Ashe County Arts Center will introduce "Tree Fest" with beautifully and artistically decorated Christmas trees and a Christmas Marketplace featuring individual artists, all from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. You are cordially invited to The Acorn Gallery's 13th Christmas Open House on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Artist Raney Rogers welcomes visitors to browse Ashe County's oldest and most delightfully unique art­ ist-owned gallery with new original paintings and prints, glassware, tiles and gift items from the North Carolina and nationally exhibited artist. Refreshments will be served and find some delectably deli­ cious treats from The Purple Chocolatier, Rogers' own cre­ ation of chocolates. DePree continued from front page ing a scene of the children, and he said he was willing if the church members agreed, whfch they did ttib^V readily. The painting depicts the children in tiers from young­ est, including a newborn, on top to the oldest, young teens, at the bottom, with all but the babies dressed in choir robes with hands folded in prayer. Jackie and Gail Blackburn purchased the canvases, which were stretched and shipped from California. Ray and Lynn UpDyke brought their new digital equipment to photograph the children. DePree painted the children from the photographs. Children featured in the painting, from the left begin­ ning with the bottom row, are: Jacob Gentry, Taylor Price, Avery Barr, Sarah Gentry, Josh Meghoo, Olivia Barr, Austin Price, Cole Price, Callie Powell, Judd Price, Tyler Stewart, Mitchell Roberts, Ol­ Clinic continued from front page clinic buzzes with volunteers. On Monday, Dec. 4, the clinic's board of directors will be hosting a meet and mingle at the offices of AF Insurance and Investments in downtown West Jefferson. All current clinic volunteers are encouraged to attend and bring a covered dish as the board will provide Smoky Mountain BBQ and beverag­ es. Anyone who is interested in learning more about how the clinic works and meeting others who are involved are welcome. Immediately following the sharing of food and informa­ tion, the directors will meet at 7 p.m., beginning with a vote on a resolution establishing the Laura Wasserman Memo­ rial Fund to honor Laura's commitment to the formation of the clinic. Laura was a part of the clinic from the moment the dream was first envisioned by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Many of those who are cur­ rently on the board and vol­ unteering weekly at the clinic credit Laura with drawing them in with her love and passion for the needs of the people in Ashe County. Laura is the niece of Truett Eller, who will be present Monday evening with his wife Mari­ lyn and all family and friends who can attend to accept the tribute on behalf of Laura. Those in the community who knew and loved Laura are welcome to attend. For more information on this event, please contact Vicky Moody at 977-1427, or via email at vmoody9@skybest.com. For more informa­ tion on the services the clinic offers or how to volunteer, please call 846-4649. Paving continued from front page next year. The windows replacement was accomplished through approximately $108,000 of an Economic Development Incentive grant received from federal sources for improve­ ments to Family Central, and paving and other improve­ ments are being done through $200,000 from the Parks and Rec matching money the commissioners had set aside for the county's match of the PARTF grant, plus about $20,000 from the county's savings account. "I am so excited," said Boccardy about all the improve­ ments. "Logistically, it's been a nightmare keeping everybody happy and the cars out of the mud and lots while the pav­ ing is going on. The peeling paint and plexiglass windows will be gone. We will be able to bring people in to use the fa­ cilities, and more lighting for safer parking. We won't look like the ghetto anymore." I SHOWTIME Smi-Thurs 7PM Qnly FRI & Sat 7 & 9 P M Theatre One 51El GIG The Mivity Theatre Two Happy Feet tSlGlGlEltggjaair L-J-1 jhifTif^iguigisiG Movie schedule for G1G1G1C December 1 - 7, 2006 RG1G1G I'EICrGIGIE Carlos. 'Eendfeldt and Special Quest cAndreas %apsalis c4 Jazz and Classical Guitar '/Performance River House Country Inn and Restaurant A jazz and classical guitar partnership combines talents for a very unique and inspiring listening experience featuring Latin jazz, South American romantic, classical and Spanish sounds. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5™, 2006 7:30PM Tickets: $10.00 in Advance or $12.00 at the Dooi Dinner by reservation only Wednesday through Saturday All ABC permits Tickets available al Hometown Treasures at 118 Main Street or Heritage Hall Box Office at College Street Entrance in Mtn. City Box Office hours: Thursday & Friday Ham - 1pm (all 423-727-7444 lor information & reservations or check out on 336-982-2109 website a t : w^heritafiehalltheatre.ore 1896 Old Field Creek Road • Grassy Creek, NC Gift Certificates are available! �FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2UU6 1 AGEbA JEFFERSON TOST Incoming Christian Coaltion pres turns down job RPV Joel Hunter, presi­ Rev. .Inpl Hunt.pr nrpsident-elect of the Christian Coalition, has declined the leadership of the organiza­ tion. Hunter, who is senior pas­ tor at Northland Church in Lakewood, Fla., cited philo­ sophical differences as the reason for his decision. Hunter stated Tuesday he had planned to add focuses on poverty and the environ­ mpnt. to thp agenda of fhp ment t.n the appnrln nf the group. These are issues Je­ sus would want us to care about," he said. But the leadership of the Christian Coalition told Hunter that they were not interested in issues beyond two: abortion and gay mar­ riage. They pretty much said, These issues are fine, but they're not our issues, that's not our base,'" he said. Hunter's Hunter's decisinn decision 1. leaves the Christian Coalition strug­ gling to find a successor to its present leader, Roberta Combs, whose term ends in January. The showdown came at a Nov. 21 board meeting. Hunt­ er's decision was only made public Tuesday. A flagship group 0f the "Religious Right," the Chris­ tian Coalition was founded in Baldwin Community Church Celebrates The Christ of Christmas with: A . "LIVE NATIVITY" This is an outdoor riiriveHhru" live presentation with the scene of Bethlehem's manger - complete with animals, angels, shepherds, wisemen, Mary & Joseph and the Christchild, "Sights & Sounds will fill the air... the Star will be shining... the choir will be singing... the animals all "lowing" as everyone worships the Babe. >rn of a virgin! i .dBL A warm Christmas "Welcome" awaits all who come inside the fellowship building out of the cold! A variety of many "seasonal goodies" will be yours to sample, along with some hot cider, coffoe, hot chocolate, etc. - maybe some old fashioned Christmas singing 'round the piano as well! This Christmas "Witness will take place on the following; 7 \ December 2 & 3 6-8pm (rain date Dec. 16) Be sure to "go tell it on the mountain" and everywhere That Jesus Christ is born... bring a car load as you do! PS. Be sure to look for the "Lighted Cross" on the hillside as you leave... that's why He was born... to die... for us all. Church located Hwy. 194 South (1 mi. off hwy. 221) For more info: Call (336) 877-4726 JL 1989 by Pat Robertson. Seen as a powerful force politically in the 1990s, the Coalition has suffered from internal divisions in recent year* o\ < i policy and financial issues. BACK TO THE BIBLE IlL (West Jefferson Church of Christ) Attending The Church Of Your Choice We have all seen the bumper sticker, "attend the Church of your choice. There are so many churches in today's world, it is so easy just to pick one and attend. When we think about it, is any church just as good as another? Many say we are all pan of the same tree but a different branch. When it comes to obeying God we must make sure we are attending the right Church, instead of the Church of our choice. How can we know which Church is right by God? We must go back to the Bible and find the answer to the question. The church to attend should be the Church, in which the Lord built and established. Man can not build and establish a Church because it will be different than what God has built. Matthew 16:18 And I say unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it. In this verse Jesus said he was going to build His Church and no other. The Church was not built upon Peter but was built upon the confession that was made in Matthew 16:16, And Simon Peter answered and said, thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. The church was built up on Christ and there is no other person the church could have been built upon. Christ is the head of His Church. There can not be any other head over the Church except Christ. Ephesians 1:22, And he hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be head over of all things to the church. Christ is the only one who could be the head of His Church because He paid the ultimate price for it. Acts 20:28, Take heed therefor unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood. Jesus built, established and is the head of His Church because He paid for it with his own blood by dying on the cross. Is any church just as good as the other? The answer to the question is no. We must attend to the Church in which the Lord has built and established. Doug Frazier IF Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 220 Lynch ColvardRd., Jefferson, NC 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Comer of Fa* Roland A McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Ufl on McNeil. One Block) Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship • 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd II mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY • " Community Care6:00PM (Prayer A Oulrtti, h t WEDNESDAY-family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry, Teen Time) Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service • 11:00am Sitiuluy Evening Worship • 7:00pm Wednesday Evening 7:00/>tii Saturday Prayer Service • 9:00pm Youth Minister: Rev. Alan Ambrose Church 877-1550 runonage 877-2042 Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Sendee am A 6:00 pm Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 'And He led them as far as to Bethany. "Join us in worship to Christ" and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Friendly Grove Baptist Church I Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Christ Centered i Billy Robinson - Pastor . Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Worship *11:00 AM Releasing others to continue on 846-7481 _ Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan > 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:3d p.m. Cornerstone Fellowship 221 Bamett St., (Off Buck Mm. Road) Barnett St. • West Jefferson Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 846-3954 Pastor Sean Brig man 246-9031 Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:QOOJ»LTh^, Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:39 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Rev. Keith Casey ItS East Main SL, Jefferson, NC 1957 US Hwy 221 N. Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience rmor.TimRoUn Worship Times: SUNDAY School • 9:30 A.M. WORSHIP • 10:30 A.M. f° Wednesday Praver & Bible Study • 7:00 f We have a nursery and children churches available St. Francis of Assist Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 am Saturday Evening Mass 5:00PM English A 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Mi. Jefferson BaptLst Church (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages ' n Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) gvfrywe Welcome! Minister Creighton Beatty Fleetwood, NC Church of Christ at West Jefferson Sunday Murning Worship Service-11:00A.M. Leading the lost to Christ with Love Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community ... e e Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Pastor, Chris Cox Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday School - 94)0 a.m. Sunday Worship Services- 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Sen ices -6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00 p.m. We invite rou to join us for a God centered. family worshipping experience Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy 16 • CrumpUr. NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Big Flatts Baptist Church Healing Springs Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church 891 friendship Baptist Churrh RdJrfftrson, N( Sunday School 9:50 a.m. •A Church focused-on faith, family A the future" Beaver Creek Christian Church We would love to have you come worship with us. North Beaver Baptist "Loves you and wants you lo fellowship with us every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. 9:45 a.m Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service' 6:00p.m. Monday• T.E.A M 10:00 a.m Tuesday • Joy in the Monung 7:00pm. Wednesday • /'raver Meeting Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and88 Writ, Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 114)0 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m Wednesday Service 7:00p.m Missions Building by Faith Promise Worship at J i :0thun. Sunday Evening Worship <n 6:00 p.tn Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come at you are. you will be loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Parish of the Holy Communion Rev. JT. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church (Episcopalian) 201 South Si (jutl off East Main), Jefferson, NC 7 </• '/ (336)246-9642 St. Mary's Church West Jefferson • 10:00 a.m. Christmas Eve - Family Service 7:00pm Holy Eucharist 11:00pm Christmas Day Holy Eucharist 10:00pm Rector-Pit Ret. Stephen Miller* Phone-982-3076 Warrensville United Methodist Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship ~ 11 :00AM Visitors become family '! Family Time Fellowship - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evening Worship • 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study • 7:00PM Nutttrv provided for all services Home Baptist Church Office Phone: 336-982-941(1 • Rev Limit Jones • Pastor Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Service* - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 West Jefferson United Methodist Church Comer of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. 221 &. Cherry St. Jefferson -Hut 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY Sumy. INC. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Juet off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-062-9021 JEFFERSON POST 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com • Cootincmil Frame Shop * * Blear-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth • * Member of the "We Care Program' using Safety-Kieen Environmental Service * BURGESS & SON BODY SHOP Weekly Specialties DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP 502 Jefferson Ave. sgj 336-246-8806 336-846-7164 WLDVEB (KSTUI'CTIOX Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • Jtfftrson, NC -246-6482 Pax? 246-6402 Dr Pepper ?;] Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 w Hwy 16 fc 163 Intersection * * ^ Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 £^7CHeUFK3L£T Fax: 336-846-7165 BILL HART (MSTHrCTIOX Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling ficTrackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 NC Inspections XTFService ! Minor Repairs The Sales Termite & Pest Control 246-4222 Auto Express Kwik Lube, Inc. Owner/Manager • David Miller 1608 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 Compliments of CONSTRUCTION Sri-tots See us for all your COMPANY automotive needs We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment RLUERiTXE Sifc j Hf-ctric mom/»rr*W/» corp. Call Pete at 246-7039 Servmg Ashe County tor over 20Years H&W Oil Company RJN 24-HOUR BURNS SERVICE AS, CITGO Your Ftri gervfct N Company Call 846-8241 Asm COUNTY CHEESE Fy Or MwitM Chetktar Cftetn Mi Our Fmh Chumetl Bvtler 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 "AH Praiir lie In (ind Fur Our Success" *3 336-246-3367 TVANNOY & SONS Mt. Jefferson Oil || U-Umth, Mf-bHlvnuitutqWoipgimr • H6-WM7W Old Hwy 221-S. Beaver Creek • Wen leffervwi 13560 Hwy. 221-S Fleetwood M ——Hi 'Complete Unr of Building Supplies' CHURCH'S TIRE SERVICE Mountain Aire Seafood & Steakhouse RID-A-BUG EXTERMINATING I Ashe County j Builders Supply 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 ivxvxo.ashememorial.org 246-9969 The Mountain Village ShoppingCenter Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 |71*| PPG Paints 3-M Products I UUkS Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Cantar "Church Groupa Welcome" Diacountad Rates 7B7 Hwy 221, Watt Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings v™ 11RASEHS Open tor Lunch kDinner | Now Open for Sunday Lunch 336-246-5222 • Downtown WJ 108 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson 9 US Hwy 221 Bus West Jefferson Mon-Sat-830 AM -5:30 PM The Jewel Shopp< 785 lust Main Street B^fi Hwy 421-BOOM. NC 828-264-9051 PO££nAC BUICK" GMC o www.meckbrownlnc.com '.jtJj Otasmow*. Hoo*ta KaJtoia, 9*tc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Neads 7698 Old Hwy 421 S. • Deep Qap. NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.cor We Build Your Home P The Way You Want It HOMES www.classichomei Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC I63-! West Jefferson. NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2006 COMMUNITY EVENTS Fun holiday events happening all over county Friday, December 1 son at the Ashe Civic Center. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. 4 - 8 p.m.: W h e n someone says Fish Fry - do you think Mobile Meals of Ashe County? Soon you will 'cause the folks at Mobile Meals are frying up some of the best fish around. Your plate includes a large por­ tion of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw and you'll get a drink with dessert for an $8 donation. All served up at Mobile Meals on Hwy 88 in Clifton - for more information call 385-1314 - dine in, takeout and call-ins welcome. Music will be pro­ vided. 5 - 8 p.m.: Smart Gallery invites you to Christmas Open House rain, snow, or shine. Wonderful Christmas and hostess gifts are available in a wide range of prices. Meet the exhibiting artists, enjoy beautiful music, delicious food, and visiting with friends. Monday, December 4 Noon: The public is cordially invited to attend a Community Advent Worship Service at Jefferson United Methodist Church. This ecumenical service is sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. Preacher will be the Rev. Gregg Plott. Worship will be from 12-12:30 p.m. and a Soup and Sandwich Luncheon to follow from 12:30-1 p.m. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will sponsor its annual Community Christmas Party at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. Everyone in the two-county community is invited. Please bring a covered dish and enjoy an evening of Christmas food, fun, fellowship, and song. For more informa­ tion, call 982-9538. 7 p.m.: National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Service Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, in Boone. The event for December will be the annual holiday potluck dinner. Members, family, friends, and the public are invit­ ed to bring a favorite dish to share and enjoy the fellowship of the season. Saturday, December 2 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Second Annual Holiday Happenings is planned for the Fleetwood Community Center. Crafts will be available in the gym, a book sale in the library and live music will be available with remote on WKSK. Food will be available. Proceeds go to continued oper­ ation of the center. In addition, for a donation of $10 or more you can have a professional family portrait made. You will receive a non-copyrights 4x6 print. Bring a jump drive and we will download the digital for you. There will be a special chance to have your child's photo taken with Santa and his little white pony between 11 a.m. and noon. 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.: While searching for the perfect Christmas tree, find a unique gift at the Christmas Choose and Cut Craft Fair, at the County Fairgrounds on US 21 north, 1.5 miles from the center of Sparta, NC. Some 13 choose-and-cut farms are open to help you find that perfect holiday tree. Learn more at BlueRidgeHospitality. com or call 800-372-5473. 10 a.m. - 2 p-.m.? Ashe County Farmers Market announces Holiday Green Days. There will be a selection of trees, green­ ery, roping, wreaths and other holiday trimmings for sell. 10 a.m.: - 4 p.m.: Celebrate the holiday with the Ashe Arts Council at the Holiday Open House and Artist Reception. Tuesday, December 5 11:30 a.m.: The National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees (NAFRE) will meet at Frasers restaurant in West Jefferson. Please plan to come and bring a fellow federal person with you. 7 p.m.: Ashe County Democratic Party will hold their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain BBQ. This is a combined Nov./Dec. meet­ ing. For more information call 846-9068. Wednesday, December 6 Noon: Members of the Ashe County AARP Chapter 3992 will meet for their Christmas Dinner at the Ashe Services for Aging. The ham will be pro­ vided. Members are requested to bring side dishes, drinks and desserts. Following a short business meeting, Louise Caudill will present an update of changes on Medicare Part D Sunday, December 3 for 2007. Music will be provided by The Red Hill Ramblers. Thursday, December 7 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will offer the Continuing Education Brokerin-Charge course at the Alleghany Center in Sparta. Anne Rasheed will be the pre­ senter. Cost will be $45. For more information or to pre-register, contact Benita Hampton at 336-372-5061 or Phyllis VanHoy at 336-838-6166. 6:30 p.m.: Do you ever wonder about your children being safe on the Internet? Please join us at Ashe County Middle School in the cafeteria for an Internet Safety Awareness Meeting. Topics will include: Identity Theft, Cyber Security, Cyber Bullying, Cyber Predators, Chat Room Activity, and Parenting Tips. This meeting is provid­ ed by Ashe County Middle School and 4H 21st Century Community Learning Center TRAC Program. Please contact Ashe County Middle School if you have any questions. 7 p.m.: The New River Area Board of Mental Health. Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse will hold its regular meeting at the Dan'l Boone Inn in Boone. Saturday, December 9 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Ashe County Farmers Market announces Holiday Green Days. There will be a selection of trees, green­ ery, roping, wreaths and other holiday trimmings for sell. 6 p.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Children's Christmas Play. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congregation invite you to attend. Sunday, December 10 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 2nd Sunday of Advent service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your atten­ dance. 3 p.m.: "Shake the Shivers and Celebrate Winter" - The Foothills Arts Council in Elkin is offering fun monthly work­ shops for the whole family. All workshops are free or a mini­ mal cost. Call for details and to reserve your space early. Parent to accompany children under 12. Christmas orna- WANT TO BUY 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 1 st Sunday of Advent service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congre­ gation invite your attendance. 5 p.m.: High Country Health Care Hospice Memorial Service will be held at St. Francis Catholic Church. This service is for the families of Hospice patients who have lost a loved one in the last year. The service will be a celebration of their lives as we deal with our losses. 7 p.m.: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will have revival with Rev. Leon Michael on Dec. 3,4,5. There will be special singing each night. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Choral Society will present a concert of sacred and secular favorites of the Christmas sea­ LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND ments and decorations. "Ice" sculptures (bring a glue gun if possible), creative movement. 3 p.m.: A musical/drama will be presented by His Kids and Adoration of the Ashe Schools of Home Education. The perfor­ mance will be at the Ashe Civic Center. Free admission. 6 p.m.: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will have their Christmas Play entitled "Old Fashioned Christmas" featuring the choir and special singing. Director Jeanie Larsen and the pastor Rev. Amos Combs invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Wagoner Baptist Church will have their Christmas program. Pastor, Rev. Steve Viers and congrega­ tion welcome you. 7 p.m.: The choirs of West Jefferson First Baptist, Mount Jefferson Presbyterian, and West Jefferson United Methodist Church will present a Christmas program of sacred and secular music. The program will include flute and piano, instrumental solos, a string quartet, Christmas sing-a-long, and the Steel Magnolias, a ladies quartet. The program will be held in the new Hensley Hall at the West Jefferson United Methodist Church. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend. Monday, December 11 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. (except there is no meet­ ing in January). The December meeting will be at Smoky Mountain BBQ and will include a wreathmaking demonstration by Polly Hinn. Members are encouraged to come early for dinner and then enjoy the pro­ gram starting. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Smoky Mountain BBQ. The Steele Magnolias will provide a fun-filled Christmas program. Please bring a toy for a needy child. All retired school person­ nel are invited to attend and enjoy the fellowship and fun. 6:30 p.m.: Warrensville Baptist Church announces they will have a Christmas Play on December 13 at 6:30 p.m. On December 17 at the 10 a.m. service the adult choir will present a Christmas Cantata, entitled "Emmanuel", then at 7 p.m. the children will present a musical followed by finger foods in the fellowship hall with a visit from Santa. On December 20 they will have churchwide Christmas Caroling beginning at 6:30 p.m. On Dec. 24 they will have a special Christmas Eve Service and the Lord's Supper. Pastor Jeff Nave and congregation invite you to join them for these services. Friday, December 15 4 - 8 p.m.: When someone says Fish Fry - do you think Mobile Meals of Ashe County? Soon you will 'cause the folks at Mobile Meals are frying up some of the best fish around. Your plate includes a large por­ tion of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw and you'll get a drink with dessert for an $8 donation. All served up at Mobile Meals on Hwy 88 in Clifton - for more information call 385-1314 - dine in, carry out and call-ins welcome. welcome you. Sunday, December 17 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 3rd Sunday of Advent service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congre­ gation invite your attendance. 11 a.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Christmas Cantata. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congregation invite you to attend. 6 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church invites you to their Christmas play "The Wondrous Birth". Refreshments will be served in the fellowship hall fol­ lowing the service. 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will have their Christmas Play "Do You see a Miracle". Rev. Charlie McCoy and the congeration invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek community. Sunday, December 24 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas ser­ vice. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. WWW. jeffersonpost.com Saturday, December 16 6 p.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Youth Christmas Play. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congregation invite you to attend. 6 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will have their Christmas program consisting of the youth program, "O Christmas tree' at 6 p.m. and the adults, "Christmas in Cricket County, at 7 p.m. After the programs they invite you to join them in the fellowship hall for a birthday 10:30 a.m.: The Ashe County Chapter of Retired School party for Jesus. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation Personnel (RSP) will meet at Wednesday, December 13 Uvu**qth« cCJvu&ltna& 4** > xee sAt a 13 c€Aaa6& 6C fZub Pawns' <J£ome/ cWawv cIjauv Spitil Saturday. 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The exhibit includes seven decorated trees: • My Favorite Things: the Arts Council tree with hand­ crafted holiday decorations for sale to take home and decorate your tree. The or­ nament artists include Tara Belk, Christine Benfield, Linda Bruce, Molly Gambill, Jennifer Gardiner, Pat Morri­ son, New Beginnings of Ashe County, Cindy Pacileo, Becky Rose, Kristen Sevensky, Hel­ en Sexton, Cher Shaffer, Ellen Sinford, Lyn Soeder, Carolyn Stacy and others. • Sharing the Joy:The Blue Ridge Art Clan uses original, framed-art miniatures to cre­ nestled among the Fraser fir branches, accented by colorful ribbons, birdhouses and na­ ture's own decorations. Ellie and Ed Perzel, Mark, Freda and Charles Huffstetler cre­ ated a holiday tree of nature's delights. • Christmas Joy: Katrina Miller's elegant tree features decorations from her person­ al collection. Gold and white ornaments sparkle in white lights with a sense of timelessness and calmness of the season. The Gallery of the Arts Center has been transformed into a holiday shopper's par­ adise. Artists have created small "boutique" spaces with handmade crafts and gift ate a truly "artsy" tree! • Jeweled Quilter's Tree: Local quilter Agnes Baldwin, Joyce Cain, Catherine Finch, Susan Hunt and Wyvonna Ring have created a tree full of handcrafted jewels. "Jew­ els" are the end products of quilting and the tools neces­ sary for quilting. • I'll Have a Blue Christ­ mas: Molly Gambill and Hel­ en Sexton have done it again! The theme of the tree is in recognition of those who will spend the holiday season sep­ arated from those they love. The tree is decorated entirely in blue. • Ashe County Folk: Cher Shaffer and Denny Connolly have created a one-of-a-kind tree decorated with folk art sculptures created from recy­ cled tin roofing. Animals, an­ gels and some wild creatures adorn the tree in vivid colors! • Festive Feathered Friends: More than 100 birds in their finest feathers are Holiday concert at Civic Center On Sunday, December 3, the Ashe County Choral Soci­ ety will present their holiday concert at 7:30 p.m. at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson. This annual perfor­ mance, a perfect way to usher in the holiday season, is both a tradition and a highlight of the season in Ashe County. Under the direction of Grady Lonon and accompanist Michael Bell, the choral soci­ ety is forty-two voices strong. Both sacred and secular holi­ day works of the season will be performed. Several a ca- pella pieces will be performed as well as keyboard accom­ paniments on the Steinway Grand piano. Formed in 1985, the Ashe County Choral Society is a volunteer chorus of local vo­ calists and musicians and represents community in­ volvement in the arts. Start­ ing in September the choral group has met once a week to rehearse for this holiday concert. The Choral Society includes: Carol Ann Baker, Joan Bell, Susanne Black, Swift Black, Doyle Brown, Becky Burgess, Elizabeth Cecchettini, Ron Carter, Judy Dancy, Jan Gambill, Dawn Goodman, Spencer Grinnell, Jennie Halsey, Linda Harms, Kathy Howell, Sharon Kasel, Jane Lonon, Matthew Lonon, Becky Marsten, Wilma McClure, Susan Meredith, Bar­ bara Miller, Edie Miller, Beth Morrison, Herb Parunak, Tammy Parunak, Mary Over­ ton, Cookie Parker, Dini Par­ sons, Lewis Poag, Maria Pow­ ell, James Reynolds, Karen Reynolds, Cindy Taylor, Ginny Tobiassen, Deanne Warren, Mike Warren, Audrey Wasner, Connie Woolard, Dwayne Zimmer, Sunni Zimmer. The concert is partially funded by a Grassroots Arts Program Projects Pool Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, with corporate sponsorship by the Ashe County Board of Real­ tors and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Tickets are available at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone with a credit card at 336-846-ARTS. Ashe County Choral Society Video Enjoy items. The artists include: Christine Benfield, Buzzard Bear Family Forge, Cook's Wood Turnings and Crafts, Flat Rock Studio, Pat Hanley and Betsy Gasi, Jeweled Quil­ ter's Group, Irene Leinthall, Pat Morrison, Zoe Nelson and Cheryl Roberts. The reception is open to the public. Come and meet the artists, sample refresh­ ment goodies, do a little holi­ day shopping and eqjoy the spirit of the season! The trees were donated by Hudler Tree Farms and the large wreath was donated by Martha Gimlin, Omni Farms. For more information please call the Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. The Ashe County Arts Council celebrates the holi­ day season with a Holiday Open House at the Ashe Arts Center this Saturday from 104. The friends and neighbors of the Arts Council are invite to stop by and see the beau­ tifully decorated trees and the Christmas marketplace created by local artists. The sights and sound will dazzle the eye and warm the heart. The Twelve Gifts of Christ­ mas raffle will be on display. This annual raffle supports school and community art programming. Local art­ ists who have donated items include Bill Baker, Cheryl Baker, Sara Benfield, Gail Brandt, Janet Brashears, Ju­ dith Martens, Stacy Martin and Barbara Sears, Gil Millsaps, Pat Morrison, Judith Reese, Cheryl Roberts, Ken Sevensky. The items include stained glass, fiber arts, jew­ elry, pottery, woodcrafts and hand painted glass. Twelve chances to win! Artists have created seven eclectic trees with timeless elegance, whimsical charm and heartfelt messages that pull at the heartstrings. The Christmas marketplace is just the right spot to find handcrafted items for that special someone. The Gallery Shop is full of locally made items including original art, pottery, jewelry, metal, glass, wood and more. The Arts Council is pleased to support Ashe County artists and expose their artwork to the public. Come out and shop, see the trees, sample holiday good­ ies and greet the staff at the Holiday Open House this Sat­ urday. For more information please call the Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. Arts Council open house Your Time with up to 135 digital cable channels. Diyital One Star Pak Featuring Starz & tr ncore • Hundreds of movies to choose from with Starzand Encore'6 • Family cable on all TVs in your home at no additional monthly charge video • internet Get Both for just ,? , Save More Time with 5 Mbps Downloads • Up to 3X faster than 1.5 Mbps DSL service • Always connected - no dialing in Includes protection and spam blockers Standard Installation Only $9.95' Internet sr Featuring Up To 5 Mbps Download Speeds V fan* COT. tOT ynooM^CcMMIUvvMMViaiqmCMUH one flow lanm. 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Almond, special assistant for economic development to ASU Chancellor Ken Peacock, delivered a major speech on the economic future of the county. We considered it of such significance that in this issue and on Tuesday, we will present it in full. It is of such importance that we urge ev­ ery local citizen to read it. The title of the speech was "Ashe County in the 21st century global economy: making our case, staking our claim." Al­ mond was introduced by Dr. Pat Mitchell, the county eco­ nomic developer.) vate employers in the county. Consider this: these 600 pri­ vate employers pay wages to local workers in excess of $40 million per year. Almost half of this amount is attributable to the manu­ facturing and construction sectors alone, which make up only one-third of total private sector employers. When you consider that each and every one of those payroll dollars turns over about six times an­ nually in the local economy, you get a better idea of the to­ tal impact of private industry in Ashe County. These are also the compa­ nies that put Ashe County on the map in today's global economy. Local manufactur­ Introduction ers' export shipments from Thanks, Pat, for that very Ashe County to the rest of generous introduction. As the world total in excess of you learned from Pat, I am by a quarter of a billion dol­ profession an attorney, and lars per year. as everyone knows, the most The 20 companies that we dangerous place in the world are honoring today alone ac­ is standing between a lawyer count for almost $400,000 per and a live microphone. But year in local property taxes, since Helen Ruth and I per­ and that does not begin to tell manently relocated to Piney the whole story. Creek last year, I like to de­ Ashe County's largest em­ scribe myself as a "lawyer in ployer, Leviton—among our recovery;" some days I suc­ honorees today—employs ceed at this better than oth­ more than 600 people. This ers. But I am mindful of your venerable enterprise is cel­ time, and so I will try to live ebrating its 100th anniver­ up to King Henry VIII's prom­ sary in business, and for 38 of ise to each of his five wives, those years, Leviton has been when he said, "I will not keep a good friend and neighbor you long." right here in Ashe County. I cannot tell you what an And think about Ashe honor it is for me to be with County's newest industry, you today, and how much I Smiths Aerospace. Their appreciate the opportunity to enormous investment in speak with you on this very Ashe County is expected to special occasion. I feel very create 305 new jobs. The much at home here in Ashe High Country Workforce De­ County. Although I spent velopment board issued a 30 years working in char­ report recently that shows lotte and around the world, that Smiths' operations here my roots—and my future, I will result in an economic might add—are very much ripple effect thoughout Ashe in rural, northwestern North County that will result in an Carolina. additional 196 new jobs, I grew up in Pilot Moun­ for a total employment in­ tain, a small town of 1,200 crease of 501. These 501 new people two counties over that jobs, in turn, will increase the way. For exactly 50 years, wage base in Ashe County by first my grandfather, and almost $24 million per year, then my father after him, which, in turn, will increase went to work every day at the the average annual earn­ Amos & Smith Hosiery Mill ings per worker by $880. as plant superintendent. Our And there are 18 other house was literally next door success stories represented to the plant entrance. here today, each just as com­ Industry Appreciation pelling. so—the next time you My dad and my grandfa­ pass one of our 20 honorees ther would have loved to be on the street, don't forget to here today. They would very say, "thank you." much approve of why we are Globalization here, and that is to honor and It is well and good that we express our appreciation to 20 honor private industry today, different private enterprises but we can never take these that are the lifeblood of our companies, their jobs, their local economy. I won't take payrolls, and their contribu­ the time to name them all, tions for granted. When it but they are all well known to comes to economic develop­ all of you. They are the com­ ment, we can never rest on panies and business leaders our laurels or become com­ that make our local economy placent. We all know that we live in go and grow. Consider the different and a new global economy, wheth­ diverse industries they rep­ er we like it or not, whether resent: manufacturing, con­ we are prepared for it or not. struction, publishing, agri­ globalization is intensely ruthlessly culture and forestry, and food competitive, products, these are compa­ unforgiving, and utterly nies that make things, build intolerant of economic things, grow things, fix and nostalgia and pining for repair things. Their owners the "good old days." Glo­ have invested their capital balization, with all its chal­ in our community and put it lenges and opportunities, is a to work, confident that Ashe new fact of life. Globalization County will continue to pro­ is here to stay, and we have to vide the resources, workforce, adapt. We have to change. Pat Mitchell knows this. and business climate they need to remain successful The Ashe County EDC and local business and political and grow. These are the companies leadership know this. New that create jobs, pay taxes, thinking, new economic de­ contribute to our churches, velopment strategies are support the hospital and lo­ needed. How can we sus­ cal charities, provide com­ tain and enhance the munity leadership, and, most global competitiveness of importantly, provide career Ashe County and the High opportunities so that in the Country in an increas­ future more of the best and ingly borderless world brightest of our young people economy? How does little, can stay or return home and rural, mountainous Ashe County "make its case and prosper here. It is no overstatement to stake its claim" in a world say that all of us in this room, full of opportunistic com­ and indeed all of us in Ashe petitors? There are many things County, have better jobs, earn more money, and have bright­ to think about, and much to er futures because these com­ be done. But today I'd like panies have chosen to locate to focus on two ideas that I here. So, please join me in believe are fundamental to another round of applause to Ashe County's future: and express our sincere thanks these are regionalism and and appreciation to these fine education. Regionalism companies, their leaders, and Reality check: the world is their hard-working employ­ a big place, and Ashe County ees. Thank you for all you do. We must never lose sight is not. So, how can we hope to of the contributions of private compete? The answer, I believe, lies industry to our community. in regionalism. Regional co­ Let's look at some numbers. About 25,000 people live in operation and collaboration the 426 square mile space we is, in fact, the only sensible call Ashe County. About half economic development strat­ the population is active in the egy for small counties like workforce, and about half of Ashe, Alleghany, Wilkes, and those, more than 6,500 peo­ others in the High Country. Now I am not naive. I know. ple, work for the 600 or so pri­ that our High Country moun­ tain counties are by nature fiercely proud, independent, and self-reliant. I understand the power and emotion of Fri­ day night football rivalries throughout the High Coun­ try. But the economic impera­ tive of globalization is plain: no single town, county, or community in our region has the assets or resources to go it alone in the global economy, [repeatl But it is just as clear that, when we act collectively, when we com­ bine our assets and resourc­ es, when we act as a unified team, we in the High Country can be competitive, we can be a player on the global stage, we can be an economic force to be reckoned with. Companies like Leviton, Smiths Aerospace, Gates Rubber Company, and United Chemi-Con are multinational enterprises that can do their business anywhere in the world. But their operations in Ashe County are proof posi­ tive that, when we put our mind to it, we can compete and succeed in the global economy. Even the great state of Mecklenburg and the Re­ search Triangle have learned that regional cooperation is the key to future success, and we need to learn from their example. The lesson is simple: regionalism works. There are both safety and opportunity in numbers; the whole is in­ deed greater than the sum of its parts; a fist is more power­ ful than a handful of fingers. Regionalism is good strategy, because region­ alism works. But what, precisely, does regionalism mean, what does regional­ ism demand of us, at the lo­ cal level, in the cities, small towns, and rural communi­ ties of the High Country? • First, a regional identity, meaning a sense of place, a state of mind, a concept of the region itself as something more and larger than individ­ ual counties or communities. • Second, a regional con­ sensus, meaning a shared confidence throughout the region that local leadership is truly dedicated to the greater good of the region. While com­ munity differences and diver­ sities will and should remain, everyone in the region must share a common purpose and goal to bring greater success and prosperity to everyb in the region. In other words, there must be a sense of re­ gional trust. • And third, regional commitment, meaning dedication to the principle that success anywhere in the region benefits people everywhere in the region, sure, different counties and communities will continue to compete for business, but once the decision is made, the region must close ranks and celebrate the victory. • Remember—regional­ ism works! Education . Another reality check: the new global economy is, above all, a knowledge-based econo­ my. knowledge means educa­ tion, and education is the key to success in the 21st century global economy. The linkage between edu­ cation and economic devel­ opment in North Carolina is nothing new. In the early years of the twentieth centu­ ry, it became clear that indus­ trialization required workers with more technical knowl­ edge and skill than ever be­ fore. The challenge then was to convert an overwhelmingly agricultural workforce into a 20th century industrial workforce. The state respond­ ed by introducing education­ al reforms that made public school attendance mandatory between the ages of 7 and 16. At the time, a ninth-grade ed­ ucation marked a substantial improvement in workforce training standards for our state, and for about 75 years this model served us well. The stark reality is, North Carolina's 20th century eco­ nomic growth into an indus­ trial powerhouse was built on the back of the ninth grade dropout. A 16 year-old high school dropout had all the skills reasonably necessary to get and keep lifelong employ­ ment in the textile and furni­ ture mills of our state. In the middle of the 20th century, a returning World War Two vet­ eran with a ninth grade edu­ cation could, on his paycheck alone, provide for his family, own a car, and buy a small house, confident that his job and his future were secure. Industry was booming, and jobs were plentiful. But in today's 21st century knowledge-based borderless economy, this just won't do. Here's a secret that many politicians don't want you to know. Many people blame globalization for the whole­ sale export of North Caroli­ na's factory jobs to places like Mexico, China, and India. But while it is true that maybe half of our unskilled or semi­ skilled jobs have ended up in foreign countries, the fact is that at least half of these jobs have simply disappeared from the face of the earth, never to return—here, there, or anywhere else. The real culprit, the real job slasher is productivity. In recent years, increases in worker productivity have enabled companies to produce twice as much, with just half the workers. Since 1997, U.S. manu­ facturing productivity has increased at almost 5% per year, and in the last 20 years, productivity has doubled. Most people are surprised to hear that the total value of manufactured goods in the U.S. has steadily gone up. not down, and the U.S. still remains the world's leading producer of manufactured goods. 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The cast of the Christmas musical, all homeschooled students of Ashe Schools of Home Education (ASHE), began work on the produc­ tion in September through music and drama classes of­ fered weekly by Pam Miller at the Center@Fleetwood. The 27 students, aged 5 to 14, hope their involvement with this production will minis­ ter to the audience at this sometimes stressful time of year. The students have been involved in all areas of the production with help from parents and the community. They would like to thank the following businesses for their contribution to the produc­ tion: Lowe's Home Improve­ ment, Jefferson Rent-All, and Wal-Mart. They also would like to thank Big Springs Baptist Church for their do­ nation. Information about ASHE, an organization providing encouragement, support and guidance to homeschooling families in Ashe County and surrounding areas, and about the classes to be offered at the Center@Fleetwood begin­ ning in January 2007 will be available at the performance. Photo courtesy of ASHE His Kids: (front row, left to right) Casper Roark, Caden Dillard, Shayla Miller, Nicole Ocuto and Kyle Arrowood; (middle row, left to right) Andrew Dillard, Brooklyn Avery, Nikki Karr, Brooke Bingham and Julya Dillard; (back row, left to right) Alston Hart, Caleb Hart, Jordan Avery, Levi Dillard, Camden Ballard and Caleb Miller. ^ S i opl)*u7KS*ftlcClti 1 Photo courtesy of ASHE Adoration: (front row, left to right) Leah Privette and Landon Hart; (middle row, left to right) Quinn Privette, Lindsey Hart, Erin Bingham and Phillip Jordan; (back row, left to right) Nicollette Gilbert, Rachel Jordan, Kimberly Bingham, Catherine Dillard and Noelle Miller. AN AMERICAN I_ive f^luegrass Music 2007 Sihendi iS Donation for Large portion of Fisk Fnes, f iushpuppies, Desert and D^nlc 100 000 Milt WARRANTY TAKLCXJT AVAIL 601 S. Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694 J W 336-846-4636 T W ~ 1 3 l+ -.-i.- -<rniir IHW.1'1 "71 " • r • -.«,«•?•••• •' -r'i •!*•••• Web: www.wjchevy.net • Email: wjchevy@skybest.com �Friday, December 1 Friday. Dccrmbrr 1, 2006 Spor JV/Varsity Basketball @ Avery 4 p.m. ACMS Wrestling vs Avery @ ACHS 4:30 p.m. Varsity Wrestling vs Avery HOME 7 p.m. Saturday, December 2 Wrestling Ashe County Invitational @ ACHS E-mail u«: SportkgiJrI Orson1'osf.mm 9 a.m. This week in Husky sports Huskies gallop over Trojans by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter When the final game was about to begin on Tuesday, the Huskies had hopes of sending the Trojans home without a victory. With the fans anticipating a good game and the Dog Pound pumped up and loud the action got underway. When the action started, the teams appeared to be even for the first three minutes of the game. When the Huskies possessed a fourpoint lead, with the score 8-4, the Trojans had high hopes of remaining close to the Huskies. However, the Huskies then mounted a 8-1 run and extended their lead to 11 points. When there was only a few seconds remaining in the first quarter, the Huskies had possession of the ball and when an Alleghany player knocked the ball loose, Daniel Wain grabbed the ball and drained a jump shot right before the buzzer sounded to give Ashe an 18-5 lead heading into the second quarter. Following the break between the quarters, the action resumed and Ashe continued to play with determination. In the second quarter, the Huskies defensive pressure was to overwhelming for the Trojans who struggled to score. As the Huskies continued to keep the Trojans from scoring, they Photo by Michael Graybeal Sophomore Tommy Spagnola records his first career dunk in Tuesday night's 62-27 win over Alleghany. were also able to increase their score and posted their highest scoring quarter of the game with 19 points. When the horn sounded for halftime, the Huskies were sitting in the drivers seat, as they possessed an impressive 37-13 lead. In the first half, the Huskies were led in scoring by Ethan Goodman who had earned eleven points. With a pleasant surprise, the next two leader scorers were two sophomores, Jatum Lemly had nine points and Tommy Spagnola also scored eight points in the first half of their varsity debut. When the second half started, the, Huskies continued to create problems for the Trojans with their defense. However, for the first time in the game, the Trojans were able to score double digits in the third quarter and showed improvement from the first half. The same was for the Huskies and they opened up the third quarter by scoring ten points in the first four Photo by Michael Graybeal Ethan Goodman swishes the shot to give him two of his 13 points on the night. minutes of the third quarter. With the time running out in the third quarter, Alleghany had possession and was hoping to have the last shot of the quarter. However, following a defensive steal, the Huskies moved the ball down court and Tommy Spagnola received a pass from his teammate with only three seconds remaining in the quarter. Following See Mens Varsity, page 2B Photo by Michael Graybeal Daniel Wain applies defensive pressure on the ball handler while his teammates work hard to deny the entry pass. Varsity girls roll past Trojans by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter When the varsity girls team took the court in Tuesday night's game, it was clear they meant business. In the season opener for the varsity girls basketball team, they defeated the Trojans from Alleghany by a score of 70-37. As the bleachers began to fill, and the Dog Pound started to get stirred up, the Lady Huskies gave the fans what they wanted. Immediately from the tipoff, the Huskies were on fire when senior Kassee Roberts opened up the scoring with four points in the first minute of the game. These two quick baskets got the Huskies offense to running in high gear. In the first four minutes of the game, the Huskies had tallied up 12 points. The Trojans had difficulty responding to the intensity of the Huskies, and the Huskies held the Trojans Kaitlin Smith gets ready to night's game. intermission, the Lady scoreless until the final minute of the first quarter. Huskies took the court again and continued their Following Alleghany's first points of the game, the domination over the Trojans first half concluded with and started the second the Huskies possessing a half the same way the game opened. The Huskies commanding lead of 13-3. Following the short break, continued to apply pressure the Lady Huskies returned defensively on the Trojans to the court with the same and once again only allowed intensity as they had in the three points to be scored in first quarter. Once again the first three minutes of the Huskies were shooting the quarter. Kelly Hudler lights out in the first half regained the three points for and continued to pressure the Huskies with 5:30 left the Trojans defensively. The in the third quarter when Huskies added nine points she drained a three pointer to increase the Huskies lead to their score in the first three minutes of the quarter to 28 points, 45-17. The and held to Trojans to only Trojans never quit playing three points. The run for the and played even with the Huskies continued and in Huskies for the rest of the the final three minutes of the third quarter with each half, the Huskies scored 12 teams scoring seven points points. In the 12 point run to end the third quarter with for the Huskies, the Trojans the score in Ashe's favor, 52continued to struggle and 24. With only one quarter only added four points to their team score to take the remaining to play, the Huskies continued their score to 34-14 at halftime. Following the impressive performance and again outscored the Trojans 18-13 in the fourth quarter. The Trojans outscored the Huskies in the first three minutes of the fourth quarter with nine points compared to the Huskies eight points, but the Huskies finished out the game strong and recorded their first victory of the m season with a 70-37 win over Alleghany. The Huskies scoring consisted of every player on the roster scoring. The leading scorer was Kelly Hudler who recorded a double-double with 24 points Kelly and ten rebounds. was followed in scoring by Kim McNeil who added 19 points. Other scorers for the Huskies included Kassee Roberts with six points, Carmen Wagner with four Photo by Michael Graybeal points, Katie Gammons drain a jump shot in Tuesday with four . points, Shelly Barker with four points, Larken Mikeal with three points, Kaitlin Smith with two points, Kendra Yearick with two points, and Lindsey Hagel with two points. The lady Huskies also out rebounded the Trojans with a total of 34 rebounds to the Trojans 18. Coach Laura Foster was pleased with the performance of her team and stated "We established our inside game early, and we were effective in the paint. We did a great job of making the extra pass (we recorded 17 assists as a team). I thought we came out focused and ready to play. I very pleased with our first game effort." The Lady Huskies will return to action tonight as they travel to Avery High School to battle against the Vikings. Tip off is approximately at 6:30 p.m. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kelly Hudler (#20) and Lindsey Hagel trap the ball handler while Shelly Barker and Kim McNeil deny the next pass. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kim McNeil jumps up high and earns Ashe County the first possession of the game. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2006 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS JV boys defeat Alleghany by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The JV men's basketball team was determined to rebound from their second place finish during the tournament last weekend when they hosted the first season game of the year on Tuesday evening. The Huskies welcomed the Trojans from the neighboring county of Alleghany and opened the season with a tremendous victory. With the irregular game schedule due to Alleghany not having a JV girl's team, the JV men took the court for the first game of the evening. The Huskies wasted no time in making an impression for the Huskies fans in the bleachers when they jumped out to an early 7-0 lead in the first two minutes of the game. The Huskies continued to increase their lead and held the Trojans scoreless for the first four minutes of the game. When the Trojans registered their first points of the game, the Huskies had a commanding early lead of 13-2. The Huskies did not slow their offensive attack, as they were able to extend their lead to 21-4 at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter was a repeat of the first quarter although both teams continued to improve their play. When the clock showed four minutes remaining in the first half, the Huskies defense had held the Trojans to only two points, and the Huskies still maintained their lead with the score 25-6. In the final two minutes of the first half, both teams came into their rhythm. Both teams combined to score 22 points in the final four minutes of the half, compared to 10 points in the first three minutes of the quarter. Out of the 22 points scored, the Huskies had registered 12 of them to extend their lead to 21 points heading into halftime with the score 37-16. The first half offense for the Huskies was led by sophomore Ben Warner as he scored 13 first half points, and was closely followed by Dustin Hamm with eight points. Coming out of the halftime break, the Huskies were determined not to let their lead be decreased and held the Trojans to only three points in the entire third quarter. While holding the Trojans nearly scoreless, the Huskies also added 16 points to their side of the scoreboard and extended their lead to 34 points when they headed into the fourth and final quarter. The fourth quarter made it apparent that the Huskies had hit full stride and ended the game with a Flirtin Flag Football Results The Ashe County Parks and Recreation Flag Football season has concluded and the league would like to thank all of the teams and sponsors for their hard work. The league was successful due to all the players, staff, and most importantly the sponsors who paid the registration fees to make the league possible. The league would also like to thank the officials for a job well done. On November 16, Ashe County Parks and Recreation held the single elimination Flag Football Tournament with Sparta defeating A F Bank in the championship game. The league congratulates Sparta for winning the 2006 Flag Football League. A special thanks goes out to Sparta Merchants, A F Bank, AEV, Larry Brooks Construction, and Prevention Predators. commanding victory. The quarter opened up with the Huskies causing difficulty for the Trojans with their tough defensive play and the Huskies had great play off the bench. Brandon Lucas provided some quality time and hustle for the Huskies as they rolled to a 65-30 victory over the Trojans. The offensive effort for the Huskies was highlighted by nine players recording points in the scorebook. The Huskies high scorer was Ben Warner who scored 15 points and followed by Dustin Hamm with 12 points. Other scorers for the Huskies was Tavin Holman with ten points, Sam Price with eight points, Grayson Wells with six points, Tucker Clay with four points, Jordan Nichols with four points, Jaren Holman with four points, and Cory Roten added two points for the Huskies. 4 %\ IJ Photo by Michael Graybeal Ben Warner crosses over and looks for the open man in Tuesday night's 65-30 win over Alleghany. Disaster wins at Farmington Congratulations to Timbo Blevins and the Flirtin with Disaster Drag Racing Team on their win at the Thanksgiving Money Fest races at Farmington Motorsports Park. The team also won the IHRA Summit Box Class Track Championship at Farmington and placed third in the Top Eliminator Track Points. This is the second summit box championship for the team and their third championship in the last five years. The team has never finished outside the top five in the IHRA Top Eliminator Points. The team would like to thank all of their friends, fans, and loyal sponsors, which include W.R. Blevins plumbing Inc., Jefferson Welding, West Jefferson Chevrolet, Andy Patton Insurance, E.G's Custom Automotive, Heintz Bros. Auto, and Scott Shafrott Race Engines. AYBL schedule for Dec. 2 3-4 Grade Girls and Boys Schedule Location Mtn. View Teams Storm vs Lady Hawks Grizzlies vs Celtics Shock vs Timberwolves Bucks vs Spurs Rockers vs Stars Bobcats vs Heat BYE Blue Ridge Westwood Time 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Noon 1 p.m. Little Huskies and Sonics 5-6 Boys Schedule for Dec. 2 Location Time Teams Blue Ridge 11 a.m. Bulls vs Suns Noon Mens Varsity continued from page IB two steps, Spagnola took flight, and the six foot five sophomore recorded his first career dunk as time expired in the third quarter. This brought the fans out of their seats, pumped the Dog Pound up, and gave a puzzled look to the Alleghany fans and players. This play concluded the third quarter with Ashe still maintaining a tremendous lead and headed into the fourth quarter with Lakers vs Blazers a 51-23 lead. With only one quarter remaining to play and the Huskies appeared to be in charge of the game, the fourth quarter action got underway. The fourth quarter brought difficulty to both teams as they combined to only score 15 points, with Ashe scoring 11 of them. As the Huskies ran out the final time in the game, the varsity men's basketball team recorded their first victory of the season as they defeated the Trojans by a score of 62-27. Ethan Goodman, who recorded 13 points, and Tommy Spagnola, who had 12 points in his varsity debut, led the offensive attack for the Huskies. Tatum Lemly also played impressively and he scored 11 points for the Huskies. Other scorers included Coleman Payne scored eight points, David Grubb scored six points, Parker Johnson scored four points, Daniel Wain scored three points, Kaleb Davis scored two points, Ethan Graybeal scored two points, and Justin Ford scored one point. The varsity men return to action tonight as they travel to Avery County to play the Vikings. 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In addition, consider seeking the assistance of a financial planner or tax advisor to provide additional insights about managing your home equity in light of your other personal finance decisions." First-Time Ilomebuyers For first-time homebuyers, says Ferriter, the two most critical elements to purchasing a home are becoming pre-approved, and in a rising interest rate environment, securing a favorable interest rate.In today's real estate market, sellers are extra cautious - before they take their homes off the market, they want confirmation that a buyer has been approved for financing, especially first-time homebuyers. In addition to assisting a first-time homebuyer with becoming pre-approved for a mortgage, GMAC Mortgage's HomeCommand program protects a homebuyer from rising interest rates by capping the interest rate for up to 126 days. 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Paleontologists now have evidence that dinosaurs lived on all of the continents. At the beginning of the age of dinosaurs, or the Triassic Period which started around 230 million years ago, the continents we now know were arranged together as a single super continent called Pangaea. During the 165 million years of dinosaur existence this super continent slowly drifted apart. Its pieces then spread across the globe, being arranged in almost the same way in which they are today. The moving of the continents across the Earth is called plate tectonics. Volcanoes erupting, earthquakes, mountain building, and sea-floor spreading are all forms of plate tectonics, and still today this process is changing the way the continents on Earth sit. Dinosaurs' names are picked from a variety of things. Some are named after a characteristic body part, or perhaps after the place where they were discovered. Some are even named after the paleontologist that discovered them. Usually the name consists of two Greek or Latin words, or a combination of both. The first name is the genus and the second name is the species. For example, the term bin omen", is a combination of Greek and Latin words that means Tyrannosaurus Rex, and is translated to mean "King of the tyrant lizards". Biologist's use this naming system is the same exact way to name modern animals as well. The largest complete dinosaur we know of is the Brachiosaurus, which means "arm lizard". It reached 23 meters in length and 12 meters in height; that is the length of two large school buses and the height of a four-story building. Fragmentary leg bones and vertebrae of even larger dinosaur species have been found, but these skeletal remains are too incomplete to determine their exact size. Several of these, such as Argentinasaurus and Amphicoelias, might have been one and a half to two times larger than the Brachiosau­ rus. The smallest dinosaurs were just slightly larger than a chicken; Compsognathus, which means pretty jaw", was 3 feet in length and probably weighed about 7 pounds. These three dinosaur types all lived during the Jurassic Period. Mussaurus, which means "mouse lizard", was claimed as the smallest dinosaur. It was later discovered that this was a newly hatched dinosaur that usually grew into a much larger species. If birds were advanced dinosaurs, then the smallest dinosaur would be a hummingbird! Paleontologists don't know for certain why the dinosaurs grew to be so big, but perhaps the body size protected them from most predators. Their size could have also allowed them to more easily regulate their body temperatures, or allow them to access additional food sources, such as leaves in the treetops. Much like giraffes do today. No modern animals, except some whales, are even close in size to the largest dinosaurs. For this reason it is irannosaurus \\cx VVord ^carch C Q R F Y O Q U E M A L Y S Q S Z M S U D B W Q A G V Q I H M D Y A U D N O T R T L U I C Q S C R X R T E Y U O T A S P P G Y T G L R M X K H Y X L V T I 0 L GQ A S R G I Z A V E C I R D N Z L S I T N E G N N U O K O S A R A T Y W A U R D P J A V T M O M O U O C R R P S I E R R 0 K B X I L J U R S P M U I X K U H X A A A Y S E D S A R 0 E U A T K W I R U Z G U D Y A G H J S C C I P C E P S T V J O K M G R Q G B R A H J Q E A R T Y B V U U T B Y W Q J A S B Z M Y W D X B S I F F B V G O W U C Z L R L G G 0 I K H U L 0 X H R 0 S H M J T N O E U R U I R Q T B B J X U A S O G U S G K P A N G Z S Z G E U Z L J W B H L A T S E L A J R R I R L D A E T S S G O J B X O X F W H Z K Q A Q Y W D C O H K Y P L L J O U G Z K G L R R H O G Midden believed that the Earth was then a very different place. Jurassic Crossword f uzzle Words: ^ r These scientists study the prehistoric world of the dinosaurs. 2. What was the largest dinosaur ever discovered? 4. What was the name of the super continent? 5. Latin and names are used to name the dinosaurs. 6. Large animals that roamed the Earth 230 million years ago. 9. This dinosaurs name meant "mouse lizard". 1 Plate Tectonics Argentina Eoraptor Jurassic Period Pterodactyl Birds Stegosaurus Lizards Brachiosaurus Triceratop Mouse Lizard Brazil 9 Mussaurus Tyrannosaurus Rex Compsognathus Velosa Raptor Dinosaurs Paleontologist Earth Pangaea H J i M i o n z o n o r l o o i a i z o n l d U H O O Q M A O V M O Q A S d d 13 I ox zfB'Md xox a r of a X Q M A H Z i 3 9 0 S V fUFf^W/TlOAA A J E 9 | El • B U l3UQIi]Ul3(3li]ir H 03 B H D E B mnmmubi CI M I ! B t=j HBHEE Pown CJues: 1. The shifting of the continents is called what? 3. The oldest dinosaurs were found in Brazil and . 7. Tyrannosaurus . 8. 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People across our state have different ways of celebrating, but many of us plan to give presents to loved ones—which means heading to local stores or going online to do some shopping. While waiting to visit San­ ta or hunting for a parking place at the mall may seem like the hardest part of holi­ day shopping, the real trou­ ble can begin after you make a purchase. Keep the follow­ ing tips in mind to make sure you get what you pay for this holiday season: • Buy from stores you know. That street stand may offer great deals, but will it be around in the New Year if you need to return a gift or make an exchange? You can check up on a company or file a complaint by calling my of­ fice at (877)-5-NO-SCAM or Post file photo Roy Cooper by contacting your local Bet­ ter Business Bureau. • Consider paying by credit card to improve your chances of getting a refund if the retailer goes out of busi­ ness. And if you order a gift that never arrives, you may be able to dispute the charge. Also, if your credit card is stolen or used by an unau­ thorized person, federal law limits your liability to $50. Some credit card companies also offer extra protections for buyers, though often at an added fee. • Learn about refund and return policies. Some stores accept returned merchandise but they aren't required to by law. Hang on to receipts because most stores' refund and return policies require them. Many retailers offer store credit instead of a cash refund, and some charge a "restocking fee" for returned merchandise. If your pur­ chase came by mail, you may have to pay postage to return it. Also, remember to print receipts for online purchases and save invoices that arrive with mail order gifts. • Ask when your order will arrive. Internet and catalog shoppers alike are protected by the Federal Mail Order Rule. By law, a company is required to ship your order within the time stated in its catalog or on its web site. If they don't give you a timeline, they have 30 days to ship your purchase once they've received your order. If the seller can't ship the item on time, they must let you know and give you a chance to cancel the order for a full refund. • Giving gift cards or cer­ tificates? Buy from well-es­ tablished stores to improve the chances that the retailer will still be in business when the gift certificates are re­ deemed. If you purchase gift certificate with a credit card and the company closes before the certificate can be used, you may be able to con­ test the charge through your credit card company. And be aware that some gift cards lose their value over time. • Beware of unsolicited emails. Emails that arrive in your inbox with too-goodto be-true offers are usually frauds. One of the tricki­ est forms of online fraud is called "phishing," which uses emails cleverly disguised to look as if they come from a real financial institution, company or charity, such as Bank of America, eBay or the Red Cross. In reality, the con artists are seeking your financial information in or­ der to spend your money and threaten your credit. • Guard your privacy and protect your identity. You keep your wallet in a safe place when you go shopping. It's just as important to keep an eye on personal informa­ tion. Protect your Social Se­ curity, driver's license or bank account numbers when you shop online, and don't share this information with tele­ marketers who call you on the phone. For more informa­ tion about identity theft and how you can protect yourself, visit www.noscamnc.gov . • Shop within your means. No matter where you shop this holiday season, buy only what you can afford to avoid starting the New Year in debt. Each January, my Consumer Protection office sees a sharp rise in calls from consumers who are dealing with debt collectors because of unpaid bills. If you don't overspend, you can hold on to that good holiday cheer right into the next year. Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and his staff work from January through December to help North Carolinians make smart shopping choices and avoid scams. We're here to be of service when you need us, but though education ef­ forts like these columns we hope to help consumers avoid problems from the start. Note to editors: This is one in a series of columns that the Attorney General is dis­ tributing to educate consum­ ers. If you have questions or would like to receive future columns via email instead of U.S. mail, please contact Catherine Nickalson at (919) 716-6409 or cnickalson@ncdoj.gov. ncculture.com, serves as an economic catalyst as it in­ vests in local communities and offers technical assis­ tance to artists and organi­ zations. The majority of Arts Council funding comes from the North Carolina General Assembly. Partial funding for the Arts Council also comes from the National Endow­ ment for the Arts. The follow­ ing Alleghany, Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes county organiza­ tions received grant awards: sity Office of Arts and Cultur­ al Programs Performance Series: Per­ forming Arts Series ($7,500) The Blowing Rock Stage Company General operating support ($25,000) The Blowing Rock Stage Company Production of the world premiere of the play "Dairy Queen Days" by North Caroli­ na playwright Robert Inman ($2,500) the commissioning of a dance work by choreographer Hilary Benedict ($3,300) The Cultural Arts Council of Wilkes N.C. Arts Council awards grants in northwest The North Carolina Arts Council will invest $163,175 in grants for arts programs and projects in Alleghany, Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes counties during 2006-2007. Across North Carolina, $6,589,660 was distributed through 390 grants to 281 grantees. That total includes $1 million in non-recurring funds for the Grassroots Arts Program and $650,000 in non-recurring funds for gen­ eral support organizations. Grassroots grants provide funding on a per capita basis to arts councils and other lo­ cal organizations, which in turn program and fund the arts in their communities. "We estimate that last year, more than thirteen mil­ lion people participated in projects funded by the Arts Council including children's programs, arts exhibitions, j performances and, projects at senior centers,' satd Mary B. Regan, executive director of the North Carolina Arts Council. "We are grateful to the General Assembly for their funding support." Building a better state through the arts, the Arts Council develops more vi­ brant communities, creative and productive citizens and cultural vitality in everyday lives. Through a combination of grant programs, partner­ ships and services for non­ profit organizations, schools, communities and individual artists, the Arts Council builds and encourages excel­ lence in arts programming and services and promotes access, diversity and educa­ tion of the arts to the citizens of the state. The Arts Council helps underscore important public values through three main program areas: Communities: The Arts Council acknowledges the im­ portance of the arts in placebased economic development of communities and commu­ nity identity by assisting in the design and implementa­ tion of projects that enhance local arts resources and tradi­ tions. Participation: The Arts Council promotes the benefits of participation in the arts as important to the well-being of citizens and helps arts orga­ nization build civic commit­ ment through dance, theater, music, visual arts, literature, festivals and more. Artists and Organizations: The Arts Council provides service to cultural organiza­ tions to build audiences and achieve excellence in pro­ gramming. The Arts Council fosters creative endeavors for the thousands of talented art­ ists in our state by connecting artists to professional devel­ opment opportunities. To be eligible for Arts Council grants, organizations must produce quality arts programs that provide com­ munity benefit. Most grants require that matching funds be raised by the applicant organization. Last year, each $1 invested by the N.C. Arts Council was matched by ap­ proximately $12 in funds raised by the organizations. The North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources, www. New work debuted BOONE—The Appalachian Symphony Orchestra at Ap­ palachian State University will premiere William G. Harbinson's "Kallalanta" during a Dec. 3 concert in Broyhill Music Center's Rosen Concert Hall. James Allen Anderson is the conductor. The performance begins at 2 p.m. Admission is free. Harbinson is dean of Ap­ palachian's Manam Cannon Hayes School of Music. "Kal­ lalanta" is an overture for symphonic orchestra. It was composed in honor of Mariam Cannon Hayes. Harbinson says, "Mrs. Hayes is a multifaceted woman: business lead­ er, philanthropist and family matriarch. With that in mind, my idea was to compose a work that expressed, in a general manner, a diversity of moods or characters. 'Kallalanta' is at various times serene, roman­ tic, energetic and playful.' The composition takes its name from Hayes' summer home in Blowing Rock. The orchestra also will per­ form "Concerto for Trombone and Orchestra" by Henri Fr&hen Tomasi. Harold McKinney is the soloist for the composition. Also on the program ^is George Gershwin's "Lullaby, a composition originally written for string quartet. The program concludes with Smetana's "Vltava (The Moldau)." Alleghany Arts Council Horn in the West Various arts programs and subgrants ($8,240) JAM (Alleghany County Schools) Traditional Arts Programs in Schools: Junior Appala­ chian Musicians program ($6,500) General operating support ($7,500) Watauga County Arts Council Position of a folklorist for the second year to document and celebrate the traditional arts ($13,200) Ashe County Arts Council Watauga County Arts Council "On the 'Write' Track," a program of seven week-long residencies by Sigrid Hice, Michael Beadle, and Jef Lambdin in elementary and high schools ($3,700) Ashe County Arts Council Performance Series: Community concert series ($7,500) Ashe County Arts Council Traditional Arts Programs in Schools: Junior Appala­ chian Musicians program ($6,500) Ashe County Arts Council Various arts programs and subgrants ($11,874) Appalachian State Univer­ sity Hughlene Bostian Frank Visiting Writers Series Visiting Writers Series ($3,000) Appalachian State Univer- Thermostat * UV Lights » Furnaces Traditional Arts Programs in Schools: Junior Appala­ chian Musicians program ($10,000) Watauga County Arts Council Various arts programs and subgrants ($16,345) X Factor Dance Company Production of a Ten-Year Retrospective Concert and Various arts programs and subgrants ($22,516) COMING ONE DAV ONLY! 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The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor of the Estate of DALE SHEPHERD, deceased, of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned on or before the 15th day of Februaiy, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This the 8th day of November, 2006. Susan E. Jones First Citizens Bank Estate Settlement Division-DAC61 P.O. Box 29522 Raleigh. NC 27626 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson. NC 28694 Having qualified as Executrix of the estate of Beatrice O. Arnold deceased, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify persons having claims against the estate of said de­ ceased to exhibit them to the undersigned at 281 Cranberry Creek Rd., Laurel Springs, NC 28644 on or before the 1st day of March, 2007 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate shall make immediate payment. This the 28th day of November, 2006. Brenda A. Powers Executrix for the estate of Beatrice O. Arnold NOTICE TO CREDITORS For SALE: Call 877 1209 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards. Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates. Call 336-246-5634. Drive Asheville. North Carolina 28805 (828) 252-8010 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 535-Commercial Property 1160-Tree 1195-Legals tained and pursuant to the demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by the Deeds of Trust, and pursuant to the Order of the Clerk of Superior Court for Ashe County, North Carolina, entered in this foreclosure pro­ ceeding, the under­ signed. Richard J. Ka­ nia, Substitute Trustee, will expose for sale at public auction on Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Carolyn C. Howell, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 401 Jessie Roark Rd., Jefferson, NC 28640 on or before the 26th day of Febru­ ary, 2007 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 16th day of November, 2006. Hazel J. Key Executor of the Estate of Carolyn C. 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Publication dates: 11-17-06: 11-24-06; 12-01-06 and 12-08-06 Do" you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds 20 words - 4 weeks $33.67 1105-Heating & Air 1195-Legals STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF FIRST CITIZENS BANK EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF DALE SHEPHERD 06-E-240 Jefferson Post for 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green.top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80.000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY 500-Mobile Homes for Sale • NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY • FULL ft PART-TIME CLASSES TRUSTEE TO: Richard K. Ashley. Registered Agent for Chief's Fire and Rescue, Inc. Colvard Farm Road Jefferson, NC 28640 Richard K. Ashley 200 Ashley Farm Trail Jefferson, NC 28640 Phyllis R. Ashley 200 Ashley Farm Trail Jefferson, NC 28640 Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in those certain deeds of trust executed and delivered by the above-named Grantors to United States of America, and (1) dated May 16, 2001, filed for record on May 16, 2001, securing indebtedness in the original principal amount of $220,000.00 as recorded in Deed of Trust Book 260 at Page 2160, Ashe County Registry and (2) dated May 16, 2001, filed for record on May 16, 2001, securing indebtedness in the original principal amount of $500,000.00 as recorded in Deed of Trust Book 260 at 2170, and (3) dated May 16, 2001, filed for record on May 16, 2001, securing indebt­ edness in the original principal amount of $880,000.00 as record­ ed in Deed of Trust Book 260 at Page 2180, Ashe County Registry (hereinafter, the "Deeds of Trust"), and because of the de­ fault of in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and the failure of to carry out or perform the stipulations and agree­ ments therein con- Publish: November 24, 2006 December 1,2006 EXHIBIT A FOURTH TRACT: BEGINNING on an ex­ isting iron stake in the southeast line of the Ralph Colvard proper­ 1:30 PM at the door of ty; said iron stake the Ashe County Court­ being the northernmost house. Jefferson, North corner of Lot 5 and be­ Carolina, the real prop­ ing the westernmost erty in Town­ corner of Lot 3 as ship. Ashe County, shown on plat of Phase North Carolina (includ­ I of the Ralph Colvard ing any improvements property recorded in thereon) as described the Office of the Regis­ in the attached Exhibit ter of Deeds of Ashe County in plat book 5, A hereto. page.j thence with the The sale will be made line of Lot 5; S 42-52subject to all prior liens, 34 W. 56.98 feet to an unpaid taxes, restric­ iron stake; thence with tions and easements of a division line and with record and assess­ the line of Tract II; N 49-19-03 W, 290.00 ments. if any. feet to an iron stake, N The record owner of 49-19-03 W, 27.53 feet the above-described to the centerline of real property as reflect­ NCSR 1261; thence ed on the records of with the centerline of the County Register of said road; N 48-50-22 Deeds not more than E. 21.15 feet. N 49-59ten (10) days prior to 32 E. 117.17 feet, the posting of this thence leaving road and with a division line; Notice is: S 43-58-52 E, 31. 64 feet to an iron stake, S Chief 's Fire and 43-58-52 E, 269.39 Rescue, Inc. feet to an iron stake in Richard K. Ashley the line of Lot 3; thence Phyllis R. Ashley with said line; S 42-52Pursuant to N.C. Gen. II W. 51.66 feet to the Stat § 45--21.10(b), point of BEGINNING, and the terms of the containing 0.873 acres. Deeds of Trust, any Inclusive of the existing successful bidder may right of way of NCSR be required to deposit 1261. with the Trustee imme­ diately upon conclusion of the sale a cash deposit of the greater BEGINNING on an iron of five per cent (5%) stake in the northeast percent of the amount line of Lot 5 as shown bid or Seven Hundred on plat of Phase 1 Fifty Dollars ($750.00). of the Ralph Colvard Any successful bidder property recorded in shall be required to the Office of the Regis­ tender the full balance ter of Deeds of Ashe purchase price so bid County in plat book 5, in cash or certified page„; said iron stake check at the time the being the easternmost the Hal Trustee tenders to him corner of a deed for the property Colvard property and or attempts to tender being the southernmost such deed, and should corner of the tract here­ said successful bidder in described; thence fail to pay the full with the line of Lot 5; N balance purchase price 42-52-21 E, 108.64 so bid at the time, he feet to an iron stake; shall remain liable on thence with a division his bid as provided for line of the line of Tract in N.C.Gen.Stat. § 45- I; N 49-19-03 W, 21.30 (d) and (e). 290.00 feet to an iron stake; N 49-19-03 W, This sale will be held 27.53 feet to the cen­ open ten (10) days for terline of NCSR 1261; upset bids as required thence with the centerline of said road; S 48by law. 50-22 W. 68.50 feet, S W, 67.86 This the 12th day of 45-25-22 September, November feet; thence leaving road and with the Hal 20, 2006. Colvard line; S 53-5927 E 22.50 feet to a Richard J. Kania post, thence with an Substitute Trustee Centrepark existing fence; S 53600-A WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE Director/Instructor Respiratory Therapy For more information visit our website: www.wilkescc.edu Looking For That ParfQct Job? No Physical Work Bat Lots Of $Monay$? Sailing Cars = Fast Monay! This Could Be Your Opportunity?! We are looking for motivated individuals that possess people skills and a strong desire to be successful! Experience is a plus but we do offer a short training course to help you get started! Do you want to make money and make it fast? Then this is the job for you! You may come by our store any day of the week to pick up an application. Interviews will be held on December 4th. You will be notified as to what time your interview will be that day. If you do not have an application in, open house interviews will be held on December 5th. Only a few positions are available, don't let this opportunity pass you by!! FINANCING AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • ENROLLING NOW Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS WYTHEVILLE, VA 8467164 www.jeffersonposi.com Dodge Chrysler Jeep C M R Y S «_ re ONLY IN A Jeep 502 Jefferson Avenue 1-800-334-1203 •«« •IIUac«tr»<urir>llfr tea West Jefferson, N.C. 28694 Phone: (336) 246-8806 • Fax: (336) 846-2530 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2006 PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 59-27 E, 307.30 feet to the point of BEGIN­ NING, containing 0.905 acre. Inclusive of the existing right of way of NCSR 1261. The above described property is subject to that certain restriction as .recorded in Book 171, page 662 and described as follows: The use of the land granted herein is restricted in that no Mobile Homes shall be permitted. SIXTH TRACT: BEGINNING on the centerline intersection point of N.C. Highway 16 & 88 at the intersec­ tion of NCSR 1261; said point being the northernmost corner of the tract herein descri­ bed; thence with the centerline of NCSR 1261; S 4959-32 W, 353.64 feet thence leaving road and with the line of the tract conveyed to Charles Cambell; S 43-58-52 E, 31.64 feet to an iron stake in the fence; S 43-58-52 E, 269.39 feet to an iron stake in the line of Lot 3 (Phase I, Ralph Colvard prop­ erty, Plat Book 5, page 11); thence with the line of said Lot 3; N 4252-11 E, 242.81 feet, N 42-52-11 E 23.54 feet to the centerline of NC Highway 16 & 88; thence with the centerline of said highway; N 25-04-37 W 275.13 feet to the point of BEGINNING, contain­ ing 1.989 acres. Inclu­ sive of the existing right of way of N.C. Highway 16 8 88 and NCSR 1261. This being a por­ tion of a 108.414 acre tract shown as Item 6. First and Seventh tracts on plat of the Fred N. Colvard Estate recorded in Plat Book 5, page 11, Ashe County Registry. The above described property was acquired by the Grantors in Book 208, pages 18141815, Ashe County Registry, said docu­ ment Incorporated by reference as though fully set out herein. Need a new Job? \3ttHI2°£GCIEI3° 'can c?©g[? osraaagg A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 <34 ft <5>Lifc>«scrip»tJo>n for... Na m e In Ashe County • $36.00 Address 1 Seniors In Aslie Co. a S33.00 State C i t y . ( Out-of-County (All) A C3ift from: I • $46.50 N ame Look in The Jefferson Pus! J Ski. MEXCAVATING E * HOME REPAIRS jMoHntain Field^ £*cavatmg No JOB Too SMALL! Appleseed GRAPHIC DESIGN b. 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N.C. 28644 336-372-5895 Mobile: 336-657-7699 TREE SERVICE Mabe's Tree Service LLC Beautification Trimming - Pruning Hazardous Tree Removal Storm Damage Specialist • Fencing A • Landscaping • Retaining Walls • Lawn Maintenance F ULLY I NSURED • F R E E E STIMATE Michael Allen Mabe - Owner-Specialist 336-359-2312 • Cell: 336-657-7720 �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2006 JEFFERSON POST LIGHTERSIDE Super Crossword ACROSS 1 Exchange 5 o n Entebbe" (77 film) 9 TV's Bridges" 13 Canadian peninsula 18 it may be bitter 19 — Spumante 20 Director Kazan 21 Chaos 22 "Green Card" actress 25 Put the match to 26 Big kid? 27 Lofty 28 Ford of football 30 Hightailed it 31 One of a bunch 34 Green Bay Packers stadium 39 Dieter's snack 41 Streep of "The Hours" 42 Act like a stallion 43 Loathe 44 Bucks beginning 46 Mine car 48 Coronet 51 Gray matter? 52 Occult 99 Come in 54 The — 101 Job opening Brothers 103 Vegetate 56 Depart 104 Impudent 58 Stiller's 105"—Leaf partner (71 film) 60 He gave us 107 One of the a lift Osmonds 62 Carve a 109 Blazing canyon 64 Illuminated 111 The Green Man" author 65 Nick of 115 "Don "Cannery Giovanni" Row" setting 68 To — (perfectly) 116 Year, in Yucatan 70 Alum 71 Arafat's grp. 117 Nabokov novel 72 Gulf state 118 Raindrop 74 "Green sound Acres" actor 120 Leaf part 77 Jackie of 123 Polly-syllab­ "The ic one? Tuxedo" 126 "Green 78 Brooks or Tambourine" Ott 79 —dieu -oup ubious (kneeler) 133 Joyce's land 80 Galaxy 134 Part of glitterer HOMES 81 Neighbor of 72 Across 135 Den 8 3 o f Y o u " 136 Abounds (with) ('84 hit) 137 Risked a 84 Annoys ticket 86 Budge 88 Eye opener? 138 Coming up 139 Org. found­ 91 Shortstop ed in 1844 Pee Wee 93 German DOWN river 1 Bath, e.g. 95 Bright 2 Flicker inventor? feature 98 — es 3 Actor Ray Salaam g 4 Supple 41 Cocktail 89 Seldom 5 Aries choice seen animal 43 Actor's 90 The A6 Fit — fiddle lunch? Team" actor 7 Like a mos­ 45 Pontiac 92 Forest quito bite model father 8 Actress 47 Consolidate 94 Wander Conn 49 Green 96 Clout a cad 9 Inn-based Party 97 "Eugene sitcom candidate Onegin" 10 Bristol brew 50 Saint character 11 "— vous Theresa's 100 Tell tales plait" home 102 Increased 12 Berry of 52 "— de mer" by 200 "Monster's 53 Quotes an percent Ball" expert 104 Full array 55 "My fault!" 13 Silence 106 Tie the knot 14 Writer Rand 57 007*8 108 Land in the school 15 British sea county 59 Baseball's 110 Ferrer 16 Pansy part Guidry musical 17 Correct 61 Throne and 111 Done for 21 Stately pew 112 Cockamamie 63 See socially 113 Scandi­ dance 23 Raison d'— 66 Austin of navian 24 Inspect too "Knots 114 Early East­ Landing" closely? wood role 67 Roman 29 Com 115 Fern feature magistrate 119 Harbinger portion 69 Gladden 32 Bilko's 121 Put on a 72 Poet employer happy face Khayyam 33 Colors 122 Lexicograph­ 73 Don nyb rook 35 Pianist er Partndge 75 Exploits Hess 124 41 Down 76 It has a bit 36 Criticize ingredient 37 Went down part 125 Hosp. areas in history? 77 "Fantasia" 127 Cool 38 "Dies — frame 128 Poetic 39 Ablative or 79 Fusses with preposition dative feathers 129 Veto 40 Green 82 Guy 130 Cosset a Mountain 85 Alabama corgi Boys city 131 Mexican leader 87 — Grande Mrs. Salome's Stars Week of December 4, 2006 ARIE9 (March 21 to April 19) Your curiosity might not be appreciated by everyone. Expect some resistance in getting answers to your ques­ tions. But stay with it. You need facts in order to make important decisions. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Some of the mystery sur­ rounding# your recent fiscal situation will soon be dis­ pelled with a clear explana­ tion. Use this new knowledge to help you chart a fresh finan­ cial course. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Start your Christmas and Hanukkah gift-buying now. This will help avoid problems caused by possible mid-Decem­ ber delays. A family member has important information. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Use a little more sense in how you plan to spend your end-of-the-year holiday dol­ lars. Meanwhile, you continue to gain support for your stand on a workplace issue. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Wearing that big, loving Lion's heart of yours on your sleeve leaves it unprotected. Let things develop a little more before you allow your emo­ tions to spill over. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Septem­ ber 22) You might feel you're not ready to patch up an un­ raveled relationship. But the longer you wait, the more dif­ ficult it will be for all parties to take the first healing step. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Your end-of-theyear holiday plans could be disrupted by something out of your control, but stay the course. Ultimately, things will settle back into a normal pace. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your honest ap­ proach to a workplace project earns you both respect and credit from those in charge. Meanwhile, that personal problem still needs to be dealt with. SAGITTARIUS (Novem­ ber 22 to December 21) Mon­ ey could be a little tight this month. This means the usually bargain-oblivious Sagittarian More good news comes in midDecember. BORN THIS WEEK: You aim for truth, and you usually find it. Your honesty earns you the friendship and respect of others. (c) 2006 King Features Synd., Inc. should look for ways to save on end-of-the-year holidays. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Examine the facts, and you might find that it's a wiser move to shift gears and redirect some of your goals before the end of the year. Someone close to you offers good advice. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Be careful that your generosity is not abused. Find out more, both about the special favors you might be asked to grant and who is ask­ ing for them. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You've come through a recent rough time in great shape. Congratula­ tions. Now go out and enjoy your well-earned rewards. . m IT* 3 N«a;a die iHl7' oLL v •L lOix •••kJULI ••••• L!OC •••D cu0B DHua ai ••• •••••• •LJiJU 1 ••••• LJUUO DIIUU •••ua aaau una •••• ••BDBOIIUGUU •ua •••• ouna uai •DU ••••• auua •• •UCIQU •••• fciauuaa •••ua •••• •••• • •••• uaaaa DULIU •uaunyauuaau ••••• ^• ' Supplying our community with a complete line of building supplies, plumbing, electrical, hardware and Do It Best paints since 1935. 19 South Third Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-246-2611 www.parkertie.doitbest.com Ricky;Roark & Kevin Phhlips n QUALITY WORK AT REASONABLE RATES TO SAVE YOU MONEY YADKIN VALLEY MOTOR CO. Second Street • North Wilkesboro • 838-4155 • Toll Free 1-888-838-5266 North Carolina's Oldest Ford Dealership - 1 9 1 5 • NCDL #662 | ; , js c o \ n Visit our website at www.yadkinvalleymotors.com or e-mail us at yvford@charter.net •' • w» • • -• •• •• ••• ' • .• .• Mercury ^ � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 81 Issue 96 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 18 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-12-1 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/e4a6ce735e2a59540d0396f237532c36.pdf 1dd2c669229b129d7d55aea03650b258 PDF Text Text Varsity boys now 2-0 in basketball Tuesday page 6 December 5, 2006 Appalachian heads to national semis 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 page 7 FAX: 336-846-7165 Varsity girls lose close one to Avery SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Christmas tree growers in North Carolina have donat­ ed over 1,250 trees as part of a national effort to share some holiday spirit with our troops here and abroad. Last year, the National Trees for Troops program recEx Print celebrates Virginia Creeper livered by FedEx to 23 bases in 11 states plus Afghani­ stan, Iraq, the Middle East and aboard the Fifth Fleet, which is now stationed in the Persian Gulf. On Friday, members of Ashe County High School's Junior ROTC program turned out at Cline Church . by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor 1J4SPIRII ft TREES FOR TROOPS delivered over 4,300 trees to five U.S. military bases stateside, as well as to units based overseas. The effort began in 2004, when the N.C. Christmas Tree Asso­ ciation was asked to donate 50 trees, which were sent to bases in Iraq. The effort, now in its third year, is larger than ever. The national program will deliv­ er almost 12,000 trees, do­ nated by growers all across the country.These will be de- Nursery to help get the trees loaded for shipment. By the time the 15 young men and women were done, some 800 trees were headed from Fleetwood to Fort Bragg, where they will arrive on Dec. 6. A second pickup, this of about 500 trees, took place Monday at the Linville Riv­ er Nursery in Avery County. These trees will be delivered to Fort Gordon, Ga., on Dec. 8. Volume 81, Issue 97 page 6 Growers send trees to troops by Jim Thompson Editor wwwJeffersonpost.com What a sky! Catch a glimpse of the art­ ist in Stephen Shoemaker's newest piece in his Virginia Creeper series, "New River Crossing." The exquisitely detailed painting captures a scene just north of United Chemi-Con, the former Sprague Electric to which this work is dedicat­ ed. It features the only con­ crete trestle with steel girder over which the train traveled in Ashe County. Two of the pylons can still be seen on one side of the river. This was also the only spot on the main line where the train crossed the New River between Todd and the Virgin­ ia line. This, and the fact that the river sometimes flooded at this site, perhaps accounts for the stronger trestle. Shoemaker said he dedi­ cates this painting to Sprague and all those people who worked there over the years. the Lansing/Warrensville area as it crosses the trestle. Shoemaker remembers it making a clicking, clacking sound as it crossed the steel girders of the trestle, and he pictures bobwhites stirred into flight by the passage of the train. Snow is on the ground and the icy blue of the river disappears around the bend underneath the pass­ ing train. Smoke billows out from the engine's stack into the blue sky and through the leafless trees. Just below the trestle is a muskrat trap set along the riverbank with an apple on a stick for bait. Look closely at the first boxcar and you will see the artist behind a box marked "Sprague." It is the first, and perhaps last time he will be seen in this series. "I am using a little self portrait as a remark this year to compliment the old booger that's in the boxcar," said Post photo by Linda Burchette No, this tree is not on fire. Instead, it was an incredible sun­ set, caught by our photographer at Glendale Springs. Hospital welcomes physician by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe Memorial Hospital has welcomed Dr. James Mi­ chael Tan to the Emergency Department. He came on board full-time in September. Dr. Tan has been visiting Ashe County for the past 10 years, and decided it was the place he wanted to work and spend more time with his family. "It's beautiful here," he said. "We've spent week­ ends and vacations here, and in talking to my wife I said that it would be nice to work here." Dr. Tan and his wife, Tamara, have two children, Dr. James Tan Are you almost 65? Have you wondered what the differ­ ences are between Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B? Do you need to get decent prescription drug coverage - maybe through Medicare Plan D? Here is your chance to get all the information you need! Come by Riverview Com­ munity Center in the next few days. The Center is locat­ ed on highway 88 in Creston, close to Warrensville and not too far from Mountain City. We promise a chance for your education. There will be no business transacted in any of these sessions. No one will attempt to sell you anything. This is a chance for you to learn more about Medicare and prescription drug cover­ age. On December 7, 8, 14 and 15 the Community Center will offer eight presentations on Medicare and prescription drug coverage. The same in­ formation will be provided in each of these sessions so that Photo courtesy of AMH Kristopher, age 14, and Katie, age 12. They all enjoy outdoor activities, such as canoeing, biking, hiking and photogra­ phy, and have found an abun­ dance of opportunities for that in Ashe County. A native of the Philip­ pines, Dr. Tan received a ba­ sic background in medicine before coming to the United States to further his career. He worked and studied at Roanoke Memorial Hospi­ tal in Virginia beginning in 1985, then worked in hospital emergency medicine in Wise, Va., before moving to Char­ lotte, NC. He has served in the Emergency Department at CMC Union for the past 13 years. "I trained in family medi­ cine, but chose to practice emergency medicine. The flexibility of scheduling in the Emergency Department al­ lows me to spend more time with my family," said Dr. Tan. "A place like Charlotte Post photo by Linda Burchette is more fast-paced and more Artist Stephen Shoemaker will have a signing of lithographs hectic. There is a great staff here at Ashe Memorial Hospi­ for his newest work In the Virginia Creeper series, "New tal. The people here are great, River Crossing," this Friday afternoon at First Citizens Bank not just at the hospital but in Lansing. everywhere. When you slow down, you can appreciate "And to my friend, Joe Young, Shoemaker in his character­ things better. People always who dedicated his life to that istic jocular manner. "It is his say, slow down, but it's hard place," he said. "I remember debut and perhaps finale in to do. Here you really can." him every time I go by there." the train pictures." Although Sprague Electric was the artist has been encour­ among the first big plants in aged to portray himself wav­ Ashe County, and has em­ ing goodbye in the last paint­ ployed many local people over ing of the Virginia Creeper he the years, continuing today as does. "New River Crossing" is eighth in the series. and share a meal with those United Chemi-Con. Shoemaker said appearing "I remember when Sprague who eat together each Thurs­ had its grand opening, and in the painting is a tribute to day at the Center. Maybe you his father. "Dad always loved would—at the same time was the biggest complex I'd ever seen with its high tech trains and always talked —want to drop into our Thrift Shop. Ruby Jones and her equipment," Shoemaker said. about hoboing a train going "I wanted to bring awareness from Statesville to Texas. He volunteers can help you find almost anything you might to this particular spot and was born in Texas and left at the way it used to look. It was 10 or 12 and came back on a want there. On Friday evenings De­ such a beautiful spot where train. I remember when I was little he would make a train cember 8 and December 15 the river takes a direct turn sound with his mouth. Ooh, Martin Weaver of the Farm north." Northern & Western train ooh, woo, woo. He once traded Bureau will make the presen­ tations. Many of you in the 429, circa mid to late 1950s, his burro in Texas for a Bar­ Creston-Lansing area know known as the "Virginia Creep­ low knife and a silver dollar. See Shoemaker, page 5 See Medicare, page 5 er" line, is traveling through Medicare presentations set interested individuals can at­ tend at their convenience. On Thursday mornings December 7 and December 14 Jim Cain of Bankers Life and Casualty Company will make the presentations. Sessions begin at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. each of those days. Remem­ ber that these are four differ­ ent times to learn the same information and ask your questions. Those who plan to attend one of the Thursday sessions are invited to stay until noon Jefferson Station hosts Christmas tree contest . . . . . . by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor t t t I B There's nothing like a beautifully decorated Christ­ mas tree to showcase the spir­ it of the season. Youngsters throughout Ashe County can help promote this spirit, earn money for their school, and help a local charity all at the same time by participating in the annual Christmas at Jefferson Station tree deco­ rating contest. In support of A Safe Home for Everyone (ASHE), Jef­ ferson Station is sponsoring the Christmas tree decorat­ ing contest for students from Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: adverti8ing@jeffersonpo8t.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpo8t.com f t elementary to high school through Saturday, Dec. 9. The contest began Oct. 30, and there are 20 trees avail­ able to be decorated. A cash prize of $150 will be awarded on the final vot­ ing day to the class receiving the most votes for their "Best of Show" tree. Visitors to Jefferson Station will place their votes for their favorite trees, and the one with the most votes will be designat­ ed "Best of Show." The prize money can be used however the teacher and students choose, such as art supplies, class parties or field trips. Christmas Project wraps up Friday Wrapping of gifts for the Children's Christmas Project began Monday at Family Central in Jefferson and continues through Friday, Dec. 8. Volunteers are needed to help with wrapping and also on distribution day scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 13. Anyone interested in helping with the wrapping and distribution should call 246-5631 to sign up. Bring your own wrapping supplies. Coats can be donated to Ashe Really Cares at Family Central M M M H H \ ? A « n n n n r by t K n O O V I Q l f Votes castt K i r those visit­. ing Jefferson Station will be in the form of donations placed in a designated gift box located beside each tree. Donations can be made through Saturday, the final voting day. The winner will be announced that day and a sale of the trees will begin at 3 p.m. at the Etcetera shop in Jefferson Station. Deco­ rated trees with stands will be priced at $25. Bids may be made above that to purchase the tree. All proceeds will be presented to A Safe Home for Everyone. Join in the fun at Jeffer­ which provides clothing, food and other items to Ashe families throughout the year. Books for children are also being collected by Cheryl Earnhardt to be included in the gift packages. New town manager welcomed The Town of West Jefferson will welcome new manager Greg McGinnis, on Thursday, Dec. 7. A reception will be held at town hall from 3 to 5 p.m. and McGinnis will take the oath of office at 5 p.m. McGinnis was most recently town manager in Q H T . Q f ( i f 1 A H on Saturday, Dec. sont Station n n S a t l i r H n V D p f 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Christmas music from Tanya Halsey, apple cider and cook­ ies, and a visit with Santa Claus. Come see who wins "Best of Show" and who bids on the trees. Er\joy strolling through Jefferson Station to see the unique artwork from local artists and students, and shop for gifts for your friends and loved ones among the wide array of merchan­ dise available. For more information on the tree decorating contest or Jefferson Station, call Carol Stone at 336-977-3600. Kings Mountain, from 2004 until earlier this year. He holds a bachelor of arts in political science from Lenoir-Rhyne College in Hickory and is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a master of public administration. He is also a graduate of municipal administration and budgeting/financial management courses through UNC-Chapel Hill School of Government. Following the reception, the West Jefferson Board of Aldermen will hold its regular monthly meeting beginning at 6 p.m. The public is invited to attend all events. �TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2006 PAGE 2 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Edith Pearl Sanders Best Raeford March 28, 1925 November 27, 2006 Edith Pearl Sanders Best, 81, of Raeford died on Mon­ day, November 27, 2006 from injuries sustained in an auto­ mobile accident in Mocksville, North Carolina. Born March 28, 1925 in Fayetteville North Carolina, she was a daughter of the late Archie Vance and Ka­ tie Pearl Lancaster Sanders. For many years she worked in the real estate business at Homes and Land Real Estate Incorporated and was asso­ ciated with the Gene Carter Real Estate. She attended the Flora McDonald College and of Wake Forest College. She was a member of the Raeford Woman's Club, on the board of the Raeford Chamber of Com­ merce, and the board of Se­ nior Services. While serving as a member of the Raeford United Methodist Church she was the chairwoman of the church council and of the fi­ Maude Gilley McCoy nance committee. She is survived by her step­ daughters Jonnie McBryd of Charlotte, NC; Julie Landry of West Jefferson, NC; Abbie Murton of Bethesda, MD; and Reba Best of Knoxville, TN. She is also survived by one sister, Mildred Sanders Dedas, of Allen, Texas; six grand­ children, seven great-grandchildren, one niece, and two nephews. Preceding her in death were her husband John Wyatte Best and a daughter Kaye Lindsey. Funeral services were held on Friday, Dec. 1, at 11 a.m. at the Raeford United Meth­ odist Church. Burial followed in the Raeford Cemetery. The family received friends from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church prior to the service. Memorials are directed to the Kaye Lindsey scholarship fund c/o the Raeford United Methodist Church, 308 North Main Street, Raeford NC 28376. Boles Funeral Home of Southern Pines is in charge of Arrangements. West Jefferson December 11,1923 November 29, 2006 Maude Gilley McCoy, age 82, of West Jefferson, NC, died Wednesday, Novem­ ber 29, 2006 at the Margate Health and Rehab Center. Mrs. McCoy was born Decem­ ber 11, 1923 in Ashe County to Lora Gilley. In addition to her mother she was preced­ ed in death by her husband, Amos McCoy. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Friday, December 1, 2006 at the Badger Funeral Jean S. Franck Blacksburg, Va. May 11, 1924 November 27, 2006 Jean S. Franck, 72, of Blacksburg, Va., formerly of Lansing, N.C., died Tuesday, November 28 after a brief hospitalization. She is sur­ vived by her children, Mary- Everette Reeves Vannoy Fleetwood February 15,1912 November 22, 2006 - - n> 4' v, %; Lm I P *W 'M • k \ Buford Charles Rash Todd July 8,1949 November 24, 2006 Mr. Buford Charles Rash, age 57, of Todd, died Friday morning, November 24, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 2 p.m. at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Rhonda Rash and Rev. Frankie Rash officiating. Burial followed in the Rash Cemetery. The family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at Boone Mr. Everette Reeves Van­ Family Funeral Home. Mr. Rash was born in noy, age 94, of Fleetwood, died Ashe County on Friday, July Wednesday morning, Novem­ 8, 1949 to the late Charles ber 22, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services were held K Rash and to Hattie Marie Snyder Rash. He was a truck on Sunday, November 26, driver for Chandler Concrete 2006 at 4 p.m. at Boone Fami­ ly Funeral Home Chapel with Company. He is survived by his wife, Rev. Jack Miller officiating. Carolyn Johnson Rash, of Burial followed in the Black­ the home; a daughter, Shan­ burn's Family Cemetery. The family received friends non Rash Barnett, of Granite Falls; his mother, Marie Rash, from 3 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, of Todd; four brothers, Joe prior to the fioneral service. Rash, Jeff Rash and Bernard James Kenneth Rash, all of Todd and Jerry Rash, of Fleetwood; three Billings sisters, Betty Rash, of Todd, Lansing Patricia Richardson, of West January 5,1951 Jefferson and Ruth Day, of November 27, 2006 Boone; three grandchildren, James Kenneth Billings, Courtney Barnett, of Todd, age 55, of Lansing, NC, died Kayla Barnett, of Todd and Friday, December 1, 2006 at Dylan Barnett, of Mountain Ashe Memorial Hospital. City, TN; several nieces and Mr. Billings was born Jan­ nephews also survive. uary 5, 1951 in Surry County You may give the family to the late Estel and Zolie your condolences at our web­ Billings. site www.boonefuneralhome. Funeral services were held com. at 2 p.m., Sunday, December Boone Family Funeral 3,2006 at the Badger Funeral Home of West Jefferson is Home Chapel. Rev. Anion Cole in charge of these arrange­ officiated. Burial followed in ments. the Scottville Cemetery. The Learn about 'Funeral Rule' (Editor"s note: Second of a multi part series, provided by the Federal Trade Commis­ sion.) The Funeral Rule, en­ forced by the Federal Trade Commission, requires funeral directors to give you itemized prices in person and, if you ask, over the phone. The Rule also requires funeral directors to give you other information about their goods and services. For example, if you ask about funeral arrangements in per­ son, the funeral home must give you a written price list to keep that shows the goods and services the home offers. If you want to buy a casket or outer burial container, the fu­ neral provider must show you descriptions of the available selections and the prices be­ fore actually showing you the caskets. Many funeral providers of­ fer various "packages" of com­ monly selected goods and ser­ offers cremations must make vices that make up a funeral. alternative containers avail­ But when you arrange for a able. funeral, you have the right What Kind of Funeral to buy individual goods and Do You Want? services. That is, you do not Every family is different, have to accept a package that and not everyone wants the may include items you do not same type of funeral. Funeral want. practices are influenced by According to the Funeral religious and cultural tra­ Rule: ditions, costs and personal •you have the right to preferences. These factors choose the funeral goods and help determine whether the services you want (with some funeral will be elaborate or exceptions). simple, public or private, re­ •the funeral provider must ligious or secular, and where state this right in writing on it will be held. They also in­ the general price list. fluence whether the body will •if state or local law re­ be present at the funeral, if quires you to buy any particu­ there will be a viewing or visi­ lar item, the funeral provider tation, and if so, whether the must disclose it on the price casket will be open or closed, list, with a reference to the and whether the remains will be buried or cremated. specific law. •the funeral provider may Among the choices you'll not refuse, or charge a fee, to need to make are whether you handle a casket you bought want one of these basic types elsewhere. of funerals, or something in •a funeral provider that between. Home Chapel. Rev. Glenn Woodie and Rev. Dean Shaw officiated. Burial followed in the Poe Cemetery. The fam­ ily received friends from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service. Mrs. McCoy is survived by: three sons: James, Joe and Johnny McCoy all of West Jefferson; six grandchildren; and eight great-grandchil­ dren; and several nieces and nephews. You may email your con­ dolences to the family our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrange­ ments. anna and David both of New York; Karen of Knoxville, Tenn., other relatives, and es­ pecially her beloved life-part­ ner, her husband of more than fifty years, Gene. She will be sorely missed. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local food bank. Mr. Vannoy was born in Ashe County on February 15, 1912 to the late Thomas Franklin Vannoy and to the late Ella Osborne Vannoy. He was a livestock farmer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Beulah Black­ burn Vannoy. He is survived by several nieces and nephews. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, De­ cember 2, at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Billings is survived by: three brothers: Bill Billings of Sparta, NC , David Billings of West Jefferson, NC and Roy Billings of Lansing; three sisters: Wanda Hardin and Mildred Billings both of West Jefferson, NC and Alice Bare of Crumpler, NC; and several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfrineralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. + Robert Sherman Oliver Creston May 11, 1924 November 27, 2006 Mr. Robert Sherman Oliver, age 82, of Three Top Road, Creston, died Monday morning, Nov. 27, 2006, at Watauga Medical Center. Mr. Oliver was born May 11, 1924 in Milligan, Tenn., a son of the late Sherman and Donia Lewis Oliver. Robert was a WWII veteran, and was retired as a lumber grader. He was a member of Zionville Baptist Church, where he had served as a Sunday School teacher and choir member. Surviving are his wife, Cora Leigh Trivette Oliver; one daughter, Nettie Leigh Mahala of Creston; one grandson, Robert C. Mahala of Creston; two sisters, Mattie Lewis and Torrence Rash both of Todd; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Ruth Trivette. Funeral services for Mr. Oliver were conducted Thursday, Nov. 29, at 2 p.m. at Austin & Barnes Funeral Home Chapel in Boone. Rev. Carl Johnson officiated. Burial followed at Mount Lawn Memorial Park & Gardens. The family received friends from 1 to 2 p.m. at Austin & Barnes Funeral Home. Austin & Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Oliver family. Obituaries must be received by 8:30 a.m. on Mondays to appear in our Tuesday editions. Please send obituaries to: Jefferson Post Obituaries P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 FAX: 336-846-7165 E-mail: editorial@jeffersonpost.com f77ui/i/{ J/ou With gratitude and appreciation we acknowledge your many acts of kindness and generosity shown to us during the illness and death of our loved one. We were deeply touched by each card, phone call, visit, flowers, preparation of food and especially your prayers for our family during this difficult time in our lives. We especially thank all of our many friends and neighbors, Rev. Mace Johnson, Orion Baptist Church choir, James H. Quillen VA Medical Center and Hospice unit for their wonderful care. We gratefully acknowledge the beautiful military service presented by the VFW Post #7946 and the Ashe County High School ROTC. A special thanks to the pallbearers, Darin, Jesse and David Dishman, Chad Poe, Sam Blevins and Sonny Eastridge. Many thanks to Jefferson Florist for the beautiful flowers and the staff of Ashelawn Memorial Gardens for their kindness. 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Editor William S. Powell, whom the Raleigh News & Observer de­ scribed as a "living repository of information on all things North Carolinian," spent fif­ teen years developing this volume. With contributions by more than 550 volunteer writers—including scholars, librarians, journalists, and many others—it is a true "people's encyclopedia" of North Carolina. The volume includes more than 2,000 entries, presented alphabetically, consisting of longer essays on major sub­ jects, briefer entries, and short summaries and defini­ tions. Most entries include suggestions for further read­ ing. Centered on history and the humanities, topics covered include agriculture; arts and architecture; busi­ ness and industry; the Civil War; culture and customs; education; geography; geol­ ogy, mining, and archaeology; government, politics, and law; media; medicine, science, and technology; military history; natural environment; orga­ nizations, clubs, and founda­ tions; people, languages, and immigration; places and his­ toric preservation; precolonial and colonial history; rec­ reation and tourism; religion; and transportation. An informative and engag­ ing compendium, the Ency­ clopedia of North Carolina is abundantly illustrated with 400 photographs and maps. It is both a celebration and a gift—from the citizens of North Carolina, to the citi­ zens of North Carolina. Project history After World War II, a young Bill Powell returned to North Carolina to work as a researcher with the North Carolina Department of Ar­ chives and History in Ra­ leigh. Spending his days an­ swering reference questions from the general public, Pow­ ell realized the state needed a definitive guide—a handbook explaining all things North Carolina. This idea continued to take shape over Powell's career as a librarian, histo­ rian, and teacher as he pub­ lished several books concern­ ing the history and culture of North Carolina (including the six-volume Dictionary of North Carolina Biography and The North Carolina Gaz­ etteer, both from the Univer­ sity of North Carolina Press). Through this work, Powell became known as an expert and authority on all things concerning North Carolina. This project began in ear­ nest in the late 1980s when completion of the volume Dictionary of North Carolina Biography was in sight. Pow­ ell formulated a preliminary list of topics and a process for identifying and solicit­ ing contributors, along with guidelines for editing a work that would have not just a few contributors, but rather hundreds—each shedding light on a topic in his or her respective area of expertise. In April 1991, Powell sub­ mitted his first entry list to the University of North Carolina Press for review. Encouraged by his editor, David Perry, and others at the Press, Powell reviewed and revised the list with help from scholars, local historians, and other experts around the state and nation. By the end of 1998, 2,300 of the originally proposed 3,000 entries were assigned, and 1,200 were completed. In 1998, Jay Mazzocchi joined the Encyclopedia team as as­ sistant editor. In 2001, he be­ came associate editor, work­ ing closely with Powell on the day-to-day management of the project. At the Press, edi­ tor for special projects Mark Simpson-Vos assumed re­ sponsibility as liaison to the Encyclopedia team. In 1998, the University of North Carolina Library at Chapel Hill became a pub­ lishing partner of the Ency­ clopedia by providing sub­ stantial funding and housing the project's editorial office. By the end of 2001, the shape of the final manuscript came into clear view, with a master list of some 2,100 entries to be published in a richly illustrated single vol- ENCYCL0PEDIA of NORTH CAROLINA EDITED BY WILLIAM ume. Senior consulting editor William Price joined the proj­ ect as a key adviser to help guide completion and provide developmental editing of the manuscript, which then com­ prised some 14 million char­ acters. In 2003, Jerry Cotten, who was the photographic servic­ es librarian at UNC-Chapel Hill, joined the team as illus­ trations editor. His familiar­ ity with the North Carolina Collection's inventory of im­ ages was a great asset to the Encyclopedia project. By the spring of 2004, timetables were formulated that included peer review, final revisions, copyediting, and production, all with the goal of publication by the fall of 2006. What started as an idea by one enthused historian has culminated in a work that has touched the lives of countless individuals who share one common trait—a love and excitement for the history, culture, and events River House S. POWELL that shape North Carolina into one of the most diverse and fascinating states in the country. About the author Bill Powell is widely con­ sidered the "dean" of North Carolina historians. Born in 1919 in Johnston County and raised in Statesville, Powell attended Mitchell College for two years before transferring to the University of North Carolina. He graduated in 1940, entered the U.S. Army, foundations for North Caro­ and served in the military in­ lina history and as models for telligence branch in the Pacif­ similar works in other states. ic Theater during World War The North Carolina Gazet­ II. He returned to Chapel Hill teer (1968) is a geographi­ after the war to earn degrees cal dictionary that lists the in history and library science. names, founding date, and a After one year as a librarian snippet of history on every at Yale University, in 1948 he notable place in the state. The became a full-time research Dictionary of North Carolina historian at the North Caro­ Biography (1979-1996) spans lina Department of Archives six volumes and contains al­ most 4,000 biographies of and History. In 1952, Powell became as­ people who made significant sistant librarian at the North contributions to North Caro­ Carolina Collection at UNC, lina history. Over the course and in 1958, he was promot­ of many years, Powell col­ ed to curator. In that capac­ lected and edited entries ity he helped build what is from volunteers, as well as now regarded as the premier writing hundreds of entries research collection on state himself. His North Caro­ history. In 1973, he became lina Through Four Centuries a professor of history at the (1989) remains a standard university, teaching more college textbook. The scope than 6,000 students before and quantity of his writings his retirement in 1986. Many are unmatched and include of his students and prot£g6s documentary volumes on have gone on to hold signifi­ the Regulators and William cant positions at the state's Tryon, an illustrated history libraries, archives, colleges, of UNC, a biography of John Pory, and a history of Caswell and universities. Powell has volunteered his County. The library catalog at service on nearly every impor­ UNC-Chapel Hill lists some tant historical board or asso­ 112 books and articles by ciation in the state, including Powell. For his accomplish­ the North Carolina Historical ments, he was honored with Commission, the North Caro­ the North Carolina Award for lina Literary and Historical Literature in 2000. Powell celebrates his 87th Association, the America's 400th Anniversary Commit­ birthday this year. He lives tee, the editorial board of the with his wife and research North Carolina Historical Re­ partner, Virginia, in Chapel view, and the Historical Soci­ Hill. ety of North Carolina. Where to buy it While he has written or Skyland Books is carrying edited numerous volumes of state and local history, Pow­ the Encyclopedia of North ell's most important contribu­ Carolina, and it may also be tions are reference works that ordered from other regional have long been regarded as bookstores. 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Winners will be announced the week of 1/08/07. �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Getting tough on sex offenders A new, tough law on sex improved Sex Offender offenders took effect last Registry website. In addi­ Friday in North Carolina. tion to having pictures and It offers children and their information on all regis­ families new protection tered sex offenders in the against predators, and that state, the site will: is welcome news. • Allow people to sign Under the terms of the up to receive an automatic new law: email if a registered sex • Sex offenders must offender moves to within register for 10 years after a certain distance from their release from jail. where they live or their Previously, they could reg­ child attends school. ister once a year by mail. • Provide a link to a Now, they must register in mapping service that will person every six months pinpoint where a registered with the sheriff of the coun­ sex offender lives. ty in which they live. They All this sounds like must also provide advance North Carolina is getting notice if they plan to relo­ to be a pretty unfriendly cate out of state. place for sex offenders to • Even after that, they live—and we think that is will remain on the Sex just fine. If they do not like Offender Registry for life how we "welcome" those unless they are removed by who molest or attack our a court. children (and, in some • Helping a convicted cases, adults), then they sex offender avoid registra­ may want to find some tion is now a felony. other state that has not • The N.C. Department had the courage to get of Correction is ordered tough on these too-often to use global positioning repeat criminals. They will devices to track the worst not be missed. offenders—some on a per­ Congratulations go to manent basis. Attorney General Cooper • Sex offenders con­ for pushing for this law in victed on or after Dec. 1, the legislature. He is also 2006, may not live within working on new legislation 1,000 feet of a school or involving child pornogra­ childcare center. They are phy, which will also be a also prohibited from work­ welcome tool in the hands ing or volunteering where of law enforcement. children are present. If getting tough on sex In early 2007, Attorney offenders protects one General Roy Cooper and innocent child or adult, it his staff will roll out a new, is well worth it. ,L IAC,K I ESDA \, DECEMBER „ aooh Some bad research RALEIGH—Parents in North Carolina and else­ where who collectively spend many millions of dollars sending their children to pri­ vate school are dupes. This must be the assumption of those who eagerly embraced the findings of a recent study that purported to show pub­ lic schools outperforming pri­ vate ones. A little skepticism, informed by common sense about parental choices, would have come in handy here. The report, issued by the National Center for Educa­ tion Statistics (NCES), looked at 2003 performance on the rigorous National Assess­ ment of Education Progress (NAEP) by 4th and 8th grad­ ers in both public and private schools. No one doubts that in the aggregate, private schools have higher scores. The ques­ tion is whether the privateschool advantage is merely a reflection of selection bias - kids already destined to do well being disproportionately represented in private schools - or is instead an indication that there is something in­ trinsic to private settings that boosts student achievement. The NCES study appeared to provide evidence for the selection-bias explanation. Researchers adjusted for stu­ dent background by using sex, race, and school participation in federal programs such as free or reduced-priced lunch. Doing so essentially eliminat­ ed the private-school advan­ tage for 4th-grade reading and 8th-grade math and revealed a public-school advantage of 4.5 points for 4th-grade math. Only in 8th-grade reading did a private-school edge remain, of 7.3 points. The education establish­ ment leapt at the findings. They should have looked more carefully first. For one thing, it turns out to be a problem that the researchers used variables such as school-wide flOff "W"' -tuahis? M?- WFT5 GOES TO WfSUNGTOKl participat i on in free/ reduced lunch to adjust for student b a c k - ground. T h e s e are blunt instru­ John Hood ments indeed, exagger­ ating the poverty and disabil­ ity status of students in many public schools while failing to capture the poverty and dis­ ability status of students in many private schools. It should also have oc­ curred to commentators and analysts that a single study was not likely to prove what they wanted it to prove. Mil­ lions of parents spend mil­ lions of dollars to send their children to private schools. Unless you believe they are mindlessly throwing away thousands of dollars a year, it is reasonable to assume that these parents, having direct experience with the institu­ tions in question, know some­ thing that you don't. It turns out the flaws in the NCES study weren't hard to spot. Harvard research­ ers Paul Peterson and Elena Llaudet conducted their own study of the same data, using better adjustments for stu­ dent background that avoid the classification bias of the first study, and confirmed the existence of the private-school edge. They found higher stu­ dent performance among the private schools in 11 of the 12 measurements. Even Peterson and Llau­ det cautioned, properly, that these findings didn't prove that private schools were nec­ essarily better educational en­ vironments, since they didn't randomly assign students from the same pool to either public or private schools, then track students over time. But studies that do meet these specifications - including one conducted in Charlotte a few years ago - provide compel­ ling evidence for the proposi­ tion that private education is, indeed, more effective with a given pool of students. Why? It's not because pri­ vate schools have more money. Commentators often mistake prep schools for the typical private school when in fact preps are rare outliers - 80 percent of private schools, en­ rolling 75 percent of privateschool students, charge less than $5,000 in tuition. Fundraising and church subsidies supply additional revenue, of course, but on the whole pri­ vate schools cost significantly less per pupil than public ones. Their teachers usually make less money, but flock to private schools for reasons such as values, discipline, or rigor. There is a lot more to learn about the differences between public and private education. Champions of the latter get carried away, too, when they claim huge differences in out­ comes even though the avail­ able evidence usually counts the private-school advantage in fewer than a dozen points. There are common problems inhibiting our children's aca­ demic success: too many dis­ tractions, socioeconomic fac­ tors, etc. But it is more likely to help students, not hinder them, when their parents . — More should have that op­ portunity. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. How is manufacturing doing in this state? f !^ & PRAYER WR SILENT NIGWS, SILENT WYS, Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. 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Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2006 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. The numbers are scary: 150,000 jobs lost since 1970, two-thirds since just 2000. A sector that employed one in three workers a generation ago, it now is the workplace for only one in seven. And the end isn't in sight. Fore­ casters expect the sector to continue to shed jobs for the foreseeable future. What sector am I talking about? Manufacturing. The preceding job numbers are for North Carolina, but a similar pattern has occurred for manufacturing in the na­ tion. Fewer and fewer people get up in the morning and go to work at the factory. Many observers, therefore, con­ clude that manufacturing in North Carolina and the na­ tion is barely alive today: Its pulse is faint! Or is it? Years ago we could per­ haps make a one-to-one correspondence between workers in an industry and production in that indus­ try, but this is no longer the case. Consider the example of agriculture. Seventy years ago almost 33 percent of North Carolinians worked on the farm; today it's 2 per­ cent. Yet farm production is five times greater today compared to the 1930s. How could this happen? Improvement in farmer productivity—or production per work hour—is the an­ swer. Each farmer today can run rings around his or her prede­ cessors in pro­ duction because •of ty\e marvels y of modMike Walden em farm equip- mentand technology. More acres can be plowed, more cows milked and more chickens raised per farmer because today's farm work­ ers have greater know-how and better machinery than ever before. It's the same story in manufacturing. Factory workers today are matched with spaceage equipment and tools and computer technology, so each worker produces much more in an eight-hour day than workers in factories 50, 10 or even five years ago. In North Carolina, one factory worker today can accomplish what three could a genera­ tion earlier. Furthermore, despite all the changes in the economy even in this decade, manu­ facturing is still on the up­ swing. Since the national recession ended in 2001, production is up from both U.S. and North Carolina fac­ tories. Also, we're no slackers when it comes to compari­ equipment, vehicle parts, sons with other manufactur­ pharmaceuticals and pro­ ing countries in the 2000s. cessed food and fewer ciga­ Among 15 leading manu­ rettes, tables and chairs and facturing nations in the clothes. world, the U.S. ranks sixth But we are using fewer in growth in manufacturing workers in today's manufac­ output and third in improve­ turing. Those who remain ment in manufacturing pro­ are better skilled and better ductivity. paid, while those who have However, just as the ag­ been cut may be in economic ricultural production revo­ limbo for years to come. lution caused thousands of This is the manufacturing workers to leave the farm dilemma, and how we decide for other jobs—in North to solve it will help set the Carolina, in the textile mills, future course for this impor­ furniture factories and ciga­ tant economic sector. rette firms—so too has sky­ Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ rocketing manufacturing liam Neal Reynolds Profes­ productivity displaced thou­ sor and extension economist sands of factory workers. in the Department of Agricul­ And here lies the rub. tural and Resource Econom­ Where are the workers to ics of N.C. State University's go who are no longer needed College of Agriculture and in factories? Without new Life Sciences. He teaches and training, they can't take writes on personal finance, higher-paying jobs in tech­ economic outlook and pub­ nology, the professions or lic policy. The Department the health care and educa­ of Communication Services tion industries. Studies show provides his You Decide col­ that many end up in service umn every two weeks. jobs, where their pay may be 20 to 30 percent lower. So today's picture of man­ ufacturing is a complicated one. It's not correct to say that U.S. and North Caroli­ The editorial page of the na manufacturing output is Jefferson Post is available, shrinking— it's not—and, in free of charge, for readers fact, it's growing faster than to express their views. All in many other countries. it takes is a letter to the Certainly the composi­ editor. The subject of the tion of our manufacturing letters should be a matter production has changed. In of community interest and North Carolina, we're pro­ should be limited to 700 ducing more computers, tech Contact your representatives Senate Washington SDB 40-C Washington, DC. NC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3154 Sen. Elizabeth Dole 120 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx 503 Cannon House Office Building Sen. Richard Burr Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20515 phone: 202-225-2071 Express your views words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson ©jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2006 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT New DVDs at library—-just in time for winter by Beth Rembert Special to the Post Brighten your holidays and the long winter evenings ahead with the twenty su­ perb new movies that have been added to the McFarland Film Collection at the Ashe County Public Library. This collection, now comprising around 160 titles, is an ongo­ ing project funded jointly by the Friends and McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, of Jefferson. There are Clas­ sic and Vintage Films, Films from Shakespeare, Music and Musicals, Films for Children, International Films, Comedy, Drama and Documentaries. This is truly an exceptional collection," says Jim Mc­ Queen, Library Director. "We have many of the finest films ton Sturges starring Joel McCrae and Veronica Lake; perhaps the finest movieabout-a-movie ever made. 'O Brother, Where Art Thou' bor­ rowed heavily from this film. Great Expectations: The Criterion Collection — One of the great translations of lit­ erature into film; David Lean brings Dickens' masterpiece to robust on-screen life. Howl's Moving Castle—In­ ventive characters, unique storytelling and richly de­ tailed animation combine for a fun family film. The Triplets of Belleville —One of the most creative, unusual animated films ever; not just for children! You've never seen anything like it; crowded with colorful char­ acters and fantastic imagery. Young and old will er\joy this movie. Genesis — Documentary; animals are the main play­ ers in this flamboyant, mod­ ern, yet timeless Genesis; six years in the making; stunning photography. Ballad of a Soldier: The • Mark Hardin: 20 years Criterion Collection —a mile­ • Ronnie Wyatt: 15 years stone in Russian cinema; Mayor Baldwin then ad­ "A vehemently original, vised that at the Nov. 2 beautiful, humorous, patriotic, meeting of the West Jeffer­ sentimental journey." —Time son board of aldermen that Closely Watched Trains: Grant Price was appointed The Criterion Collection — chief and Donnie Miller was Wry and tender, this Academy appointed assistant chief. Award winner is a master­ He thanked the department piece of human observation for its service. and one of the best-loved films In closing, Chief Price pre­ of the Czech New Wave. sented the following awards, The Double Life of Verowhich had been voted on by nique: The Criterion Collec­ the members of the depart­ tion— One of Krzysztof Kiesment: Outstanding Service lowski's (Three Colors: Blue, Awards to Mark Hardin and White, Red) most beloved Jody Walters. films; a ravishing, mysterious The floor was then opened rumination on identity, love, for the election of officers. and human intuition; an un­ Mike Vannoy and Eric Miller forgettable symphony of feel­ were elected captains, Lar­ ing. ry Shumate and Kenneth Spirit of the Beehive: The Woods were elected lieuten­ Criterion Collection—Victor ants and Shumate was also Erice's spellbinding movie is chosen as timekeeper. widely regarded as the great­ The West Jefferson Volun­ est Spanish film of the 1970s teer Fire Department wishes and one of the most visually to thank the community for arresting movies ever made. their support. If.you need us, The Tin Drum: The Cri­ call, and we will be there. from the whole world right here in our library." The new additions: Miracle on 34th Street: Special Edition — The movie that has become synonymous with celebrating Christmas in an all new colorized version. See what you think! Joyeux Noel (Merry Christ­ mas)—Academy Award®, Golden Globe® and BAFTA nominee for Best Foreign Film; the true-life story of the spontaneous Christmas Eve truce declared by Scottish, French and German troops in the trenches of World War I; a powerful, must-see film. It's a Wondeful Life: 60th Anniversary Edition—#1 in American Film Institute's (AFI) 100 Most Inspirational Movies of All Time. Singin' in the Rain: 50th Anniversary Edition—#1 in AFI's 100 Best Musicals Citizen Kane: 60th Anni­ versary Edition—#1 in AFI's 100 Greatest Movies of All Time To Kill a Mockingbird: Spe­ cial Edition (2 disc set, remas­ tered, 2005) Proclaimed one of the 100 Greatest American Movies of All Time by the American Film Institute. Schindler's List (Widescreen)—#3 in AFI's Most In­ spirational Movies; from Ste­ phen Spielberg, a cinematic masterpiece that has become one of the most honored films of all time. First time on DVD. Sullivan's Travels: The Criterion Collection From 1941, a masterpiece by Pres- West Jefferson Fire Department holds annual awards meeting The West Jefferson Volun­ teer Fire Department held its annual awards supper at Jefferson Station on Nov. 11. Special guests included Mayor Dale Baldwin and former chiefs Bill Brown, Gwynn Yates, Earl McNeill and Calvin Green. Chief Grant Price wel­ comed everyone and thanked the members and families for their support. Chief Price then recognized the new members of the depart­ ment, who are: Josh Shu­ mate, Andy Shumate, Matt Lambert and Tommy Royal. The meeting was turned over to Assistant Chief Donnie Miller. He then thanked everyone for working so well together. Special thanks to Mark McNeill, Eric Miller, Larry Shumate and Jody Walters for their help. This past year the depart­ ment had 1,563 man hours training. There were two members with perfect at­ tendance, Jeff Turnmire and Matt Lambert. There were also four members who only missed once: Brian Houck, Chris McNeill, Mark Mc­ Neill and Larry Shumate. The department logged 299 man hours in overtime with Chris McNeill with the most, 30. hours, followed by Mark McNeill with 29, James Ellis with 29, Larry Shumate with 26 and Jody Walters with 22 hours. The department had a to­ tal of 98 fire calls in the last year with a total of 1,029 man hours. The members with the most calls were: Larry Shumate, 77; Jody Walters, 51; Eric Miller, 48; Ronnie Hopkins, 44; and Mark McNeill, 40. The meeting was then turned over to Mayor Bald­ win. He presented services to the following: • Danny Hodges: 35 years • Keith Hartzog: 30 years • Anthony Lambert: 20 years Medicare continued from front page Martin from the days when he worked with us here at Riverview. The sessions will begin at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. on each of these Fridays. Indi­ viduals who choose to par­ ticipate in one of them are invited to stay for the regular Friday "Pickin' and Jammin'" hours that begins about 7:00. The Computer Center will be open. Check us out, write a grandchild or explore the In­ ternet until music time! Here, as in the Thursday morning sessions, you will have opportunity to listen to information and ask any questions that might be on your mind. We at Riverview hope to see you at one of th e Pre~ sentations W>,-8erve the comniun'/' eXl8t anc^ that is you! You ' ^ "" mati°n at385-98121°reinfor- Shoemaker continued from front page I could just see him riding back on the train and looking at that knife and silver dollar and wishing he had his little friend back." See "New River Cross­ ing" at Shoemaker's studio in the AF Bank headquarters building in downtown West Jefferson. He will conduct a special signing of lithographs on Friday, Dec. 8 from 1 to 4 p.m. at First Citizens Bank in Lansing. Dine In or Carry | 247-8 Mountain Jetlerson R0a(j * ^ H?? 3 ! - H - - - 4 > 7 sK 3 Ct S uv any dinner nlate and receive th"* > Buy anv dinnpr plate and receive I: ^ > 1s ''< ^-vja'uei ~ The Price You Se» On The Tag |" Is The Price You WENT JEFFERSON CHEV*^ W\ 601 S. .JclTcrson Ave. • West JcHcrso,^ 330-846-4636 < www.\vjchevy.net • wjchcvy@skyl JOO.OOOjU. WARRAR^ Event Ends January 7, 2007 E terion Collection—From Germany, a truly visionary adaptation of Nobel laure8te °Unter Gr™' acclaimed novel, an unforgettable fanta­ sia of surreal imagery, strik­ ing eroticism, and unflinching satire; not for children. Chungking ExpressFrom Hong Kong and director Wong Kar-Wa; a lovesick cop and a mysterious blonde; a freespirited girl pursuing a secret love; romance and fun, but also some brief graphic vio­ lence. "Intoxicating And Irre­ sistible!"—Washington Post Don't Die Without Tell­ ing Me Where You're Going —Startling, mind-bending romantic drama from Argen­ tina's master of magical real­ ism, director Eliseo Subiela. The King of Masks - Chi­ na—The streets of 1930's Si­ chuan set the stage for this award-winning tale of hope and transformation in the face of poverty and loneliness; a film for the whole family. The Criterion Collection is a continuing series of im­ portant classic and contempo­ rary films, dedicated to gath­ ering the greatest films from around the world and publish­ ing them in editions that offer the highest technical quality and award-winning, original supplements. Each film is presented uncut, in its origi­ nal aspect ratio, as its maker intended it to be seen. Reviews of all foreign mov­ ies are available in a special notebook beside the DVD sec­ tion in the library, together with a list of all the movies in the McFarland Film Collec­ tion. Please remember to keep the DVD disc in its case or in your player at all times. The mirror surface of a DVD disc must remain clean and blem­ ish free to be read by the la­ ser beam, even a fingerprint can interfere with the laser. Please handle the discs with care. Help us use our funds for new movies, not for recon­ ditioning and repairing dam­ aged discs. That would be a great way to say "Thank You" to the Friends and McFar­ land. Now the big question: Which movie to see first? i i t n i ;14 3 4 . Zl Commandment 11, a contemporary Christian music ministry team based in Simpsonvillc, SC. will be appearing locally at Baldwin Community Church on Sunday. December 10th at 6:00 pm. For more information about this event, contact the church at 336-877-9075. For more information about Commandment 11, or to hear some of their music, check out their website at Baldwin r w™'commandmcntll,cot �iv/v • • ~ December 5 AWAY at Carroll County, VA Friday - December 8 %J JV/Varsity Basketball Wednesday AWAY at Forbush TT a Ud , l AWAYWa^lin8 Q a NW TK.. i (,ra>son County Fr^h ~ December 7 1 rest'tnen liny, Baskeih.il ,t...,| Boys « Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter , Tl- Varsity mens possessed a 1-0 record defeating Alleghany School last Tuesday, planned on pushing , team after High a^d their 2"« Freshmen Boys Basketball AWAY at Watauga at 5 orlb basketball sail past the Vikings Only .Only one pa h td^r" the HuskiW2? the Av«ry Conntt v u headeH .^ngs Huskies game of th " Second JJ**"1. 10 Saturday - December 9 This week in Husky sports »P Photo by Michael Graybeal Coleman Payne scores two points for the Huskies In a recent game. K„ The action between the two Th, teams never ceases to excite the fans, which was proved last year when the Huskies fell to the Vikings in triple overtime. This year was a new story for the Huskies though. The action got underway with the Huskies and Vikings appearing to be evenly matched. Throughout many changes of possession, the Huskies managed to gain an early lead on the Vikings and outscored the Vikings by eight points in the first quarter, 19The second quarter proved to be tougher for the Huskies. The Vikings coach made some adjustments during the break between quarters and was able to score 16 points on the Huskies defense in the second quarter. However, the Vikings were unable to slow the Huskies offense and the Huskies pushed their lead to 12 points, 39-27, after they had scored 20 points in the second quarter In the third quarter, the Vikings had difficulty cutting A into the Huskies lead, but droPPinB into the hole further. When four minutes had elapsed in the third quarter, the Vikings trailed the Huskies by 15 Points. The Huskies saw a w u amount of action from the three sophomores on the team during the third quarter as they extended their lead to a commanding margin of 18 points, 54-36. In the fourth and final quarter of the game, the \ ikings again managed to stick tight with the Huskies in the quarter, but it appeared to be a little to late for the Vikings. With the Huskies maintaining an 18-point lead, momentum was obviously in favor of the Huskies and the Huskies held tight to their lead for the final eight minutes of the game. At the sound of the final horn, the Huskies had avenged the triple overtime lost of last year and handed the Vikings a 20-point loss, with the final score of 71-51. The Huskies experienced another impressive O ;VS°KWiaSrn°! Photo by Michael Graybeal Parker Johnson drives hard to the hoop and earns two points and draws a foul in a recent game for the Huskies. performance from their starting 6' 5" center, sophomore Tommy Spagnolo, who recorded a doubledouble with 16 points and 10 rebounds. The Huskies will return to action tonight as they travel to Watauga High School to compete against the Pioneers and hope on avenging another loss from the previous year. Kaitlin Smith with five points, Carmen Wagner with four points, Kelly Hudler with four points, and Lindsey Hagel scored three points. This lost puts the Huskies record at 1-1for the year, and the Huskies hope to advance to 2-1 when they play tonight at Watauga High School. Look for results in Friday's paper. Varsity girls lose nail biter by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Varsity Lady Huskies returned to action this past Friday night following their defeat of the Trojans on last Tuesday night. The lady Huskies were hoping to advance to 2-0 in the season, but the Vikings from Avery County had different plans defeating the Huskies 54-52. When the action got underway, the hopes of a Husky victory were high and Shelly Barker gave the Huskies an early lead with a lay-up off the tip. Just fifteen seconds after Shelly's lay-up, Kim McNeil out ran the Vikings defense and scored the fourth point for the Huskies on a fast break lay-up. The quick four points by the Huskies in the first minute of play created a good amount of early energy and momentum for the Huskies. When the clock showed four minutes remaining in the first quarter, the Huskies had still held the Vikings scoreless, and had added nine points of their own. However, the Vikings were determined to put up a fight and went on a 10-2 scoring run and narrowed the Huskies lead to only one point at the end of the first quarter, 11-10. When the action was initiated in the second quarter, the Huskies repeated the first quarter and opened up with another run on the Vikings. When two minutes had elapsed off the clock, the Huskies had held the Vikings to only two points, while they had added six points to their score. The Huskies continued the impressive performance and concluded the first half with a 25-14 lead over the Vikings. The Huskies offense was lead by Kim McNeil in the first half when she added an impressive nine points and was closely followed by Shelly Barker, who added five points of her own. Following the half time intermission, the Vikings came out firing and were determined to eliminate the Huskies lead. In the first five minutes of the second half, the Vikings had narrowed the margin between the teams to only four points, with Ashe still in the lead 29-25. The teams remained deadlocked until Carmen Wagner split two Vikings defenders and laid the ball up for two points, to give the Huskies a six-point lead, with the score 33-27. Unfortunately for the Huskies, on the way down from the lay-up, Wagner landed awkwardly and severely twisted her knee and was unable to return to action for the remainder of the game. After the official timeout for the injury, the action resumed and the Vikings were able to cut the Huskies lead by only one point, and the third quarter concluded with the Huskies narrowly leading the Vikings, 36-31. The fourth quarter opened up with the Huskies and Vikings matching points. When two minutes had passed in the fourth quarter, the Huskies still possessed a five-point lead over the Vikings, with the score being 40-35. The Vikings then met the Huskies with an aggressive and intense defense and held the Huskies scoreless while they scored seven points. The Huskies then tied the score up with three minutes remaining in the game, with the score 4242. In the next two minutes, the Vikings were able to gain a seven point lead, until Shelly Barker drained a jump shot to cut the Vikings lead to only five points, with 50 seconds remaining in the game. The Huskies defense stepped up and prevented the Vikings from scoring on their next possession and the Huskies came back down the court trailing by five points. After good ball movement, Kaitlin Smith found an opening and drained a threepointer to cut the Vikings lead to only two points with 23.8 seconds remaining in the game. The Huskies had no option but to foul when the Vikings in bounded the ball and they sent the Viking player to the line with only 17 seconds remaining. After making both free-throws, the Vikings led by four points with only seconds remaining in the game. Kim McNeil gave the Huskies hope when she sank a jump shot to create a two-point ball game, but the Vikings ran the clock out to conclude the game. The Huskies were led on offense by Kim McNeil who scored 18 points for the Huskies, nine in each half, and Shelly Barker added 11 points for the team. Other scorers included Kendra Yearick with seven points, Photo by Michael Graybeal Shelly Barker drives hard to the basket and draws the foul during the game at Avery this past Friday. Ashe boy kills first deer Photo by Michael Graybeal Photo courtesy of Chelsey Sturgill Carmen Wagner attacks the basket and scores two points for the Huskies prior to leaving the game due to an injury. Josh Johnson, age 14 of Creston, NC snagged his first deer on Thanksgiving Day with a 250 yard shot. �TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2006 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 SPORTS JV boys now 2-0 in regular season by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Following an exciting win over the Alleghany Trojans, the Huskies traveled to Avery County High School this past Friday to battle the Vikings. The Huskies had hopes of extending their regular season record to 20 and did just that with an easy 65-15 victory. With a pleasant and warming surprise to Husky fans, Richie Absher was labeled as able to play and entered into the starting line up for the Huskies. The Huskies opened up the game with an 8-2 run in the first three minutes of the game, and finished out the quarter by leading the Vikings 19-6. The Huskies created havoc for the Vikings with their defensive pressure and as a result was rewarded with numerous fast-break uncontested lay-ups. The Huskies defensive pressure was continued in the second quarter. Following another early run, the Huskies were in command of the game with a 33-6 lead with only three minutes remaining in the first half. With the Huskies forcing the Vikings into a four minute scoring drought, the Vikings were finally able to hit a free throw to end the scoring drought. Unfortunately for the Vikings, this was the only point they were able to score for the second quarter and the Huskies headed into halftime with a tremendous 43-7 lead. Following their success in the first half, the Huskies defensive pressure did not cease in the third quarter and the Huskies again held the Vikings to only single digit scoring when the Huskies defense only permitted the Vikings to score four points. As the trend continued for the Huskies, their defensive pressure once again allowed uncontested fast break layups and they scored an awing 17 points in the third quarter. With the dynamic defense and offense combination, the Huskies grasped an amazing 49-point lead after only three quarters of play. When the Huskies took the court in the fourth quarter to seal the victory, both teams entered into an offensive drought. The Huskies defense once again allowed the Vikings to only score in single digits with only four points being added to their score. However, the Huskies were also limited as they only Richardson's four touchdowns carry App to semi-finals by Appalachian Sports Information - BOONE, N.C. - Kevin Richardson became Appa­ lachian State University's all-time leading scorer and tied an ASU postseason re­ cord with four touchdowns to lead the top-seeded Mountaineers to a 38-17 vic­ tory over Montana State in Saturday's NCAA Division I Championship quarterfinals at Kidd Brewer Stadium. With its school recordtying 12th triumph of the season, No. 1 Appalachian (12-1) is set to host No. 4 Youngstown State, a 28-21 winner over Illinois State, in the national semifinals next weekend. The contest will be played either Friday at 7:30 p.m. or Saturday at 4 p.m. at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Only a junior, Richardson set a slew of school records with his 131-yard, fourtouchdown performance. The Southern Conference Offensive Player of the Year became Appalachian's alltime'leader in career points (282), touchdowns (47) and rushing touchdowns (44), as well as points (150), touch­ downs (25) and rushing touchdowns (24) in a season. His four touchdowns tied ASU's playoff record set by Jimmy Watkins in a firstround victory over William & Mary in 2001. Richardson got going early, as his scores from two and five yards out gave the Mountaineers a 14-0 lead less than eight minutes into the contest. However, turnovers on three-straight possessions quickly turned Appala­ chian's comfortable advan­ tage into a 14-10 ballgame midway through the second period. The momentum turned back the Apps' way just be­ fore halftime when they snuffed out a fake-punt at­ tempt by Montana State and took over at midfield. The Mountaineers took ad­ vantage of MSU's gamble by driving 42 yards and taking a 17-10 halftime lead on a 25-yard Julian Rauch field goal with 31 second remain­ ing in the half. After trading touchdowns in the third quarter, the final period was all ASU - thanks in mostly to its suffocating defense. With the Bobcats driv­ ing for the potential tying score, All-America safety Corey Lynch punctuated his return from a severe elbow injury suffered just 28 days ago with an interception on the first play of the fourth quarter. Minutes later, Rich­ ardson dove in from a yard out for his third score of the day to give Appalachian a 31-17 advantage. On the ensuing series, se­ nior defensive tackle Omarr Byrom capped a career day by drilling Montana State quarterback Jack Rolovich and forcing a fumble that fellow interior lineman Dan­ iel Orlebar recovered at the MSU 3. Three plays, Rich­ ardson found paydirt for the fourth time to close the scor­ ing. Byrom finished the day with 3.5 sacks (an ASU play­ off record), two quarterback hurries and the forced fum­ ble to lead ASU's seven-sack attack (also a school play- added five points. However, the Huskies concluded their dynamic performance with a solid 65-15 victory over the Avery Vikings. The Huskies offensive game was contributed to by ten of the Ashe players with Tavin Holman leading the way. Tavin contributed 11 first half points, and added another four in the second half. Dustin Hamm also had an impressive performance in the post with ten points, six in the first half and four in the second half. Other scorers for the Huskies included Richie Absher with 9 points, Tucker Clay with 9 points, Cory Roten with 7 points, Ben Warner with 5 points, Sam Price with 4 points, Jordan Nichols with 3 points, and Grayson Wells added 1 point for the Huskies. The victory over the Vikings gave the JV men's team an impressive 2-0 record early in the season. The team has averaged a margin of victory of over 42 points per game. They have outscored their opponents by a score of 130-45. The Huskies will travel to Watauga High School tonight to face the next county rivals, the Pioneers. Ashe County Parks and Recreation Winter Hours: Ashe County Parks and Recreation is now operating with winter hours. The winter hours for Family Central are: MondayTuesdayWednesday— Thursday— Friday— Now open on reserved) 8-9 open gym starting at 5pm 8-9 ladies night for open gym 8-9 open gym starting at 5pm 8-9 open gym starting at 5pm 8-5, no open gym Saturdays— 10-4 open gym (unless For the first time ever, Ashe County Park is now open year round. Thanks to the recent addition of the newest, winterized bathroom facility, the park is able to operate throughout the winter. The bathroom is located next to the new All Star baseball field inside Ashe County Park. The hours of the park are Sam to dusk. Photo courtesy of goasu.com Kevin Richardson set or matched seven school records in Saturday's 38-17 win over Mon­ tana State off record). Buck Buchanan Award finalist Marques Murrell chipped in with two sacks and continued to add to his own school record with the 17th forced fumble of his career. In all, the Mountaineers limited the Bobcats to just 254 yards of total offense, 70 of which came on a comple­ tion to all-Big Sky receiver Michael Jefferson on MSU's final possession. The Apps pressured Rolovich, who completed just 9-of-24 pass­ es, into the miserable day with 10 hurries to go along with the seven sacks. In addition to Richardson going over the century mark for the seventh time in nine games, freshman quarter­ back Armanti Edwards also enjoyed a stellar day on the ground. Edwards notched 105 yards and a touchdown on 17 carries, giving ASU Football Championship Sub­ division. Also senior Wil­ liam Mayfield became just the fourth player in school history to record 1,000 re­ ceiving yards in a season (1,022) Edwards holds the key to the Mountaineers achieving a pair of neverbefore-reached feats - he needs just 38 more rushing yards to give the Mountain­ eers two 1,000-yard rush­ ers (Richardson - 1,352) in a season and just 59 more passing yards to give the Apps a 2,000-yard passer, 1,000-yard rusher and 1,000yard receiver, both of which would be firsts at ASU In addition to the gamechanging interception, Lynch tallied a game-high 13 tackles. Appalachian's' defense allowed a touch­ down in the first half for just the fourth time in 13 games this season. two 100-yard rushers in the same game for the sec­ ond-straight week. Prior to Edwards and Richardson both eclipsing the 100-yard plateau last Saturday ver­ sus Coastal Carolina, Ap­ palachian hadn't had two 100-yard rushers in a game since Alan Atwater and Mi­ chael Metcalf achieved the feat versus Chattanooga in 2003. Edwards, the SoCon Freshman of the Year, broke ASU's record for rushing yards in a season by a quar­ terback. His 962 rushing yards on the season tops the previous mark of 936 set by all-American Richie Williams last year. The true freshman also moved to 11-0 as a starter. Appalachian extended its home winning streak 26 games, the longest in the na­ tion in the NCAA Division *Hardee's of Jefferson ATHLETE mmm «/"•<• week presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Tommy Spagnolo, is a sophomore member of the men's varsity basketball team. Tommy has been a major factor in the Huskies 2-0 start this year. As the starting center, Tommy scored 12 points against Alleghany, and then added a double-double against Avery with 16 points and 10 rebounds. 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Needless insulation patches where to say, all those air leaks dusty air has leaked out create uncomfortable drafts around pipes, wires, vents, and make your heating sys­ or open spaces leading down tem work harder than it has into walls. Inspect around to. The U.S. Environmental the chimney or furnace flue Protection Agency (EPA) es­ and around attic hatches or timates that U.S. homeown­ doors. ers may be paying up to 10% 2) Seal the Gaps Once more on their yearly energy you find the leaks, use caulk, bills due to air leaks and expanding spray foam, or insufficient levels of insula­ foam board to cover the com­ tion. mon holes. Caulk is best for Could this be happening small gaps around windows in your home? It is a very and doors, and the other ma­ common problem that is terials allow you to cover or hard to recognize if you're seal larger spaces. Use metal not aware of symptoms. Cold flashing and high-tempera­ ture caulk around chimneys walls and floors, drafts, and even big icicles hanging off and flues that can get hot. your roof in the winter are Weather strip attic hatches signs that your home is not or doors. These affordable working right. But there is and easy-to-apply products good news: the ENERGY are readily available in home STAR program (sponsored improvement stores. by EPA and the U.S. Depart­ 3) Add Insulation After ment of Energy) has advice all major leaks are sealed in for you this winter that can the attic, you can add insu­ increase comfort and reduce lation. Even if you already those winter energy bills. have some, it is often cost ef­ By sealing the air leaks and fective to add more. Sealing adding insulation to your air leaks and adding insula­ home, you not only make tion work together to maxi­ your home more cozy, but mize your comfort and en­ also save money and help ergy savings, so you'll want our environment. to do both. Sealing holes is 1) Locate the Leaks like putting a "windbreaker" Start by locating the holes, on your house, and adding gaps and cracks that allow insulation is like a "sweat­ air to sneak in and out of er". On a cold and windy day your house. Typically, you they work together to keep Local soldier awarded medal Army Sgt. Lucas M. Everhart is returning to Fort Car­ son, Colorado Springs, Colo., after a one-year deployment to Iraq in support of Opera­ tion Iraqi Freedom. The sol­ dier is assigned to a unit of the 3rd Battalion, 29th Field Artillery, 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division. Additionally, the unit sol­ dier has been awarded the Army Commendation Medal for exemplary service while based in Iraq. The medal is awarded to individuals who, while serving in any capacity with the Army, have distin­ guished themselves by acts of heroism, meritorious achieve­ ment or meritorious service. Operation Iraqi Freedom is the official name given to military operations involving members of the U.S. armed forces and coalition forces participating in efforts to free and secure Iraq. Mission objectives focus on force pro­ tection, peacekeeping, stabili­ zation, security and counterinsurgency operations as the Iraqi transitional governing bodies assume full sovereign powers to govern the peoples of Iraq. Members from all branch­ es of the U.S. military and multinational forces are also assisting in rebuilding Iraq's economic and governmental infrastructure, and training and preparing Iraqi military and security forces to assume full authority and responsi­ bility in defending and pre­ serving Iraq's sovereignty and independence as a de­ mocracy. Everhart is an artillery gunner with four years of military service. He is the son of Michael S. and Cathy L. Everhart of Doe Ridge Drive, West Jefferson, N.C. The sergeant is a 2000 graduate of Ashe County High School, West Jefferson. you warm. 4) Look for the EN­ ERGY STAR If new win dows are in your future, be sure to choose ENERGY STAR qualified models to save even more energy and money. They will add an ex­ tra defense against extreme weather, and can also make your home quieter. EPA has a "Do-It-Yourself Guide to ENERGY STAR Home Sealing" at www.energystar.gov/homesealing. The guide includes step-bystep instructions for sealing and insulating yourself, with color photos and diagrams to guide you through the process, and tips on how to make your job easier. If you decide to hire a contractor to do this work, be sure to find one who will seal those attic air leaks before installing the insulation. Making these improvements will help you make it through the winter with more money in your wallet while helping the en­ vironment. THE OBSERVATION DECK 7hc little Jesus came to town; With ox and sheep He laid Him down; Peace to the byre, peace to the fold, For that they housed Him from the cold! © 2006 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved. SPRUCE PINE - Three Appalachian State University graduates were invited to the White House Nov. 30 to pre­ view two White House Christ­ mas trees which are adorned with ornaments crafted by Western North Carolina ar­ tisans. The invitation was issued by First Lady Laura Bush to Gloria Houston, Shirley Hise and Patti Jensen, all repre­ sentatives from the Spruce Pine-based Home of the Per­ fect Christmas Tree project. In 2003, Houston gave the rights to her award-winning book children's book "The Year of the Perfect Christmas Tree" to Mitchell County. Two years later, the Mitchell Coun­ ty Development Foundation leased and renovated a retail facility in downtown Spruce Pine to serve as the Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree store to help address the ar­ eas economic challenges that resulted after losing more than 2,500 textile, furniture and other manufacturing sec­ tor jobs to outsourcing. The store sells handcrafted products that are licensed as Home ofthe Perfect Christmas Tree merchandise. The Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree collection now features more than 300 high quality prod­ ucts by 30 product makers from the mountain counties of Mitchell, Yancey, McDow­ ell, Avery and Buncombe. In addition, a portion of royalties received from prod­ uct sales are used to fund a scholarship program designed to combat low student reten­ tion rate at Mitchell High School. Houston is a 1962 gradu­ ate of Appalachian. Hise is executive director of the Mitchell County Chamber of Commerce. She earned a master's degree from Ap­ palachian in 1985. Jensen is director of travel and tourism for the chamber and project manager of the Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree proj­ ect. She earned a bachelor's degree from Appalachian in £ °VJ* 25 WORD CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENT 0 • * & To Run 8 times o#- Photo included (optional) SELL, BUY OR TRADE Includes: Furniture • Appliances Vehicles • Antiques Animals for Sale Throughout the month of December 2006 ONLY *30 Normally $43.67 £ trees are decorated with 135 hand-blown red glass balls and 115 Carolina snowflakes courtesy of the Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree col­ lection. "This is a once in a lifetime chance for a small commu­ nity such as Spruce Pine and Mitchell County," Hise said "Our county and town have experienced devastating loss­ es over the past several years having lost one-third of our manufacturing jobs in fur_ niture and in textiles. How­ ever, our Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree project is a story of hope and courage in the life of a community that is trying to rebuild for the fu­ ture." Hise added that, "Being featured in the White House Christmas for 2006 has brought excitement to our community. This is only some­ thing one dreams, and for us, it is a dream come true." C0MIN6 ONE DAY ONLY! Tuesday, December 5'1, • 2:00 - 8:00pm Nations Inn Conference Room (Across from Ingles) EAR STAPLING • WEIGHT LOSS Women 2-5 lbs per week Men 4-7 lbs per week • STOP SMOKING • CHRONIC PAIN • MIGRANES For More Information Call Melanie at 336-981-4284 Appointments Recommended (But Walk-ins Welcome) NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Lands of SAM G. ROSE and wife, SUSAN P. ROSE TS W'-S, .K x vri£C9raiKKMMMHi JIM REEVES - VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS 202 EAST MAIN STREET, P 0 DRAWER 67, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROUNA 28694 (336)246-7172 • FAX (336)246-5966 - jim@vannoyandreeves.com STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 06-SP-113 IN THE MATTER OF THE SALE OF LANDS OF Sam G. Rose and wife, Susan P. Rose, Under foreclosure by Jimmy D. Reeves, Substitute Trustee NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Shovel in the Savings with this Winter Classified Special! 1987. Congressman Patrick McHenry contacted Mrs. Bush's office in July to recom­ mend the Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree project be a part of the White House's 2006 Christmas celebration. The First Lady's office noti­ fied the congressman and Hise in August to inform them that the Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree was selected to participate. "Mrs. Bush's invitation to the White House and pub­ lic recognition of this project shows—on an unprecedented scale—that Western North Carolina is blessed with inno­ vative and dedicated people who are fighting to improve our region," McHenry said. Home of the Perfect Christ­ mas Tree project representa­ tives attended a decorators' reception at the White House Nov. 30 hosted by Mrs. Bush. Two White House Christmas Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain deed of trust executed by Sam G. Rose and wife, Susan P. Rose, dated 22 March 2005 and recorded in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 326, at pages 1605-1610, default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured, and said deed of trust being by the terms thereof subject to foreclosure, the undersigned will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, at the Courthouse door in Jefferson, North Carolina, at 2:00 o'clock p.m. on the 8th day of December!, 2006, the lands conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being in Clifton Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Being the Sam Rose property as described in Will File No. 99E-144, office of the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County, and also being the Glen Rose property as described in Book Y3, at page 553, and Book Y-5, at page 134, Ashe County Registry; bounded by lands of, formerly of, or in possession of the following: on the North by R. Woodie, (Book 139, at page 1168, Ashe County Registry) and R. Parrish (Book160 at Page 755, Ashe County Registry); on the East by C. King (Book F-5 at Page 495, Ashe County Registry); on the South by D. Brown (Book 197, at Page 2113, Ashe County Registry), M. Sullivan (Book 151, at page 42, Ashe County Registry), and S. Mullis (Book A-3, at page 397. Ashe County Registry); and on the West by C. Weaver (Book 225, at page 808, Ashe County Registry) and NCSR 1347; and being more particularly described as follows; BEGINNING on a point in the center of line of NCSR 1347 at the most western comerof the Rose property, said point being S. 59-21-40 E. 38.74 feet from a 7a" rebar found; thence with the center of line of NCSR 1347 four courses; (1) thence N. 7303-09 E. 38.13 feet to a point: (2) thence N. 59-42-27 E. 62.02 feet to a point: (3) thence N. 41.04-25 E. 35.29 feet to a point; (4) thence N. 33-36-01 E. 49.82 feet to a point; thence with the northern line of the Rose property and the Woodie and Parrish lines two courses: (1) thence S. 84-40-48 E. Passing over a 7a " rebar set at 22.27 feet for a total distance of 370.86 feet to a Va rebar set in a chestnut stump; (2) thence S. 83-45-06E. 892.54 feet to a 1/a" rebar set at a fence comer; thence with the eastern line of the Rose property and the King line, S. 07-53-46 W. 231.73 feet to a marked maple, said maple being N. 78-3744 W. 2.30 feet from a '/a" rebar set as a reference point; thence with the southern line of the Rose property and the Brown Sullivan and Mullis line six courses: (1) thence N. 87-0315 W. 241-69 feet to a 1/a" rebar set; (2) thence S. 84-01-45 W. 65.54 feet to and oak, said oak being S. 28-14-03 E. 3.56 feet from a Va" rebar set as a reference point; (3) thence S. 57-34-43 W. 156.74 feet to a Va" conduit found; (4) thence S. 61-11-06 W. 173.83 feet to a Va rebar set; (5) thence N. 7013-54 W. 134.05 feet to a 7a" conduit found; (6) thence S. 77-29-06 W. 343.12 feet to a 7a" rebar found; thence with the western line of the Rose property and the Weaver line five courses: (1) thence N. 10-33-05 W. 111.65 feet to a 7a" rebar found; (2) thence N. 33-47-25 W. 51.75 feet to a 7a" rebar found; (3) thence N. 64-54-43 W. 109.08 feet to a locust in a fence, said locust being N. 66-29-04 W. 3.45 feet from a 7»" rebar found as a reference point; (4) thence N. 42-22-08 W. 30.85 feet to a V4" rebar found (5) thence N. 33-16-39 W., passing over a 7a" rebar found at 226.86 feet, for a total distance of 263.11 feet to the BEGINNING, containing 11.165 acres, as calculated by coordinate geometry from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Company PLLC, dated 13 April 2004. Job # 040311. DIRECTIONS TO PROPFPTV From West Jefferson travel Hwy. 88/194 toward Warrensville, turn right on Staggs Creek Road, turn right on Teadberry Road; property is located at 3130 Teaberry Road, Lansing, North Carolina. At the time of sale, the highest bidder shall immediately make a cash deposit in the amount of five (5%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater. This the 26th day of October, 2005. Jimmy D. Reeves. Substitute Trustee �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2006 PAGE 9 COMMUNITY NEWS ASU, Blue Ridge Parkway announce partnership BOONE—Neva Specht, an associate professor in the Department of History at Ap­ palachian State University, has been named the liaison between the university and the Blue Ridge Parkway by Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor Stan Aeschleman. The new position will pro­ vide a central contact for research and project part­ nerships between the two or­ ganizations. "The overall goal is to find mutually beneficial projects on which we can collaborate," Aeschleman said. "We bring faculty expertise and stu­ dents who are eager to work on such joint projects." Aeschleman also hopes the partnership will lead to fed­ erally funded support of re­ search and programs related to the Blue Ridge Parkway. "We have talked in the past about partnering more with Appalachian because of the university's close proxim­ ity to the park, and because of the historical partnership we have had over the years," said Martha Bogle, deputy super­ intendent of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Bogle knows the benefits of cooperative work between Photo by Hugh Morton The Linn Cove Viaduct, crown jewel of the Blue Ridge Parkway. educational institutions and organizations like the park­ way. In 2005, she was recog­ nized by the National Park Service for her successes in developing community sup­ port and partnerships at Congaree National Park in South Carolina, where she was su­ perintendent for 10 years. The proximity of the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Appa­ lachian campus means it's an easily accessible "lab" for fac­ ulty and student research. "A lot of people at the uni­ versity have worked with the parkway in the past, but neither agency had a central contact for projects," Specht explained. "My position will try to match people and proj­ ects, keep in contact with the parkway, find out what Christmas tea planned in Wilkes Museum JLf" ^ - Santa Claus will make a special appearance at the Wil­ kes Heritage Museum on Sun­ day, December 10, 2006. Kids, bring your Christmas list to give toSanta and parents, don't forget to bring your camera. The "Christmas Tea" spe­ cial event will begin at 1:00 pm and last until 4:00 pm. Activities for the day include tours of the Wilkes Heritage Museum, the Old Wilkes Jail and the Robert Cleveland Log Home. The Gift Shop will be open for your holiday shop­ ping. The Museum and other buildings will be decorated for the holiday season. Ms. Mary Bohlen will demonstrate open hearth cooking at the Robert Cleveland Log Home. Musi­ cal entertainment and refresh­ ments will also be provided for our guests. This special event is being sponsored by Mr. Clarence Benton. Admission to the "Christ­ mas Tea" is $5.00 for adults, $4.00 for seniors and students, and children five and under are free. The Wilkes County Heri­ tage Museum is located at 100 East Main Street in downtown Wilkesboro. Old Wilkes, Inc. is a private, non-profit organiza­ tion dedicated to preserving the rich history and heritage oLyyUkaB County — ure^j generations! All pro go towards the operational ex­ penses for these museums. WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND Photo fundraiser helps Ashe Humane Society Dozens of area pets were treated to a wonderful encoun­ ter with Santa Saturday, Nov., 25. Cathy Allinder, renowned wildlife photographer, donated her expertise in photogra­ phy. The results were amazing pictures of local pets. All the pets responded with enthusiasm to Santa (Tony Standish). Tony, who played Santa for the Humane Society last year as well did a wonderful job. All proceeds from the event will aide Ashe County pets through the many services of the Ashe County Humane Society. Cathy Allinder's professional services are now available for all who wish to have a profes­ sional images of the family pet. To make an appointment call Cathy at 336-982-6237 or visit her web site at: www.cathyallinderphoto.com. people are doing here at Ap­ palachian, and help develop joint projects related to the parkway's needs." In the past, projects have been conducted by faculty in marketing, management, biology, anthropology, geog­ raphy and planning, and his­ tory. "We have had all these units working with the park­ way before, but this will al­ low for a more systematic ap­ proach as we develop future projects," Specht said. The parkway has a long list of projects that they don't have the funding or manpower for, and we have all these faculty resources and students who need hands-on practical expe­ rience, so it seems like a good match." "Having another institu­ tion looking at the parkway from a different perspective will generate new ideas for us," said Bambi Teague, chief of resource management and science with the Blue Ridge Parkway. Teague said Specht under­ stands the parkway's needs regarding research. "I have always been an advocate of application-oriented science and application-oriented re­ search - activities that di­ rectly benefit what we do," Teague said. "Neva Specht understands that and rec­ ognizes the need for projects to focus on the types of pro­ grams and activities that we want to accomplish." Specht is among those who have conducted research re­ garding the Blue Ridge Park­ way. She recently taught a graduate class in public his­ tory that focused on the Mo­ ses Cone Estate, located along the parkway outside Blowing Rock. "We researched differ­ ent ways to interpret the his­ tory of the house,"she said. As a result, the students created a notebook with information about Cone Manor, completed in 1901, and Moses Cone, a wealthy textile manufactur­ er, his wife, Bertha, as well as other family members, for park rangers to use for their programs about the family and property. An interior design gradu­ ate student is creating ren­ derings showing how the rooms in the estate may have looked during the time the Cones lived there. "It's sort of unlimited what people can do," Specht said of the partnership. Specht and members of the Blowing Rock Historical Soci­ ety and Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation will present an event in April 2007 that will focus on the Cone Estate and its history. Specht also will help organize a symposium on parkway-related projects and research being conducted by Appalachian faculty, and develop a Web site with infor­ mation about past and cur­ rent collaborative projects. ASHE COUNTY HISTORY - GREAT GIFT! "1799: North Carolina's Northwest Frontier" (1750-1865) by Rufus Myers Call 336-846-3994 or 846-6321 Free Brochure or mall $30 to P.O. Box 232 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Available in West Jefferson at Ingles or Skyland Books Lyalls Nursery HOURS: OPEN ALL DAY FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY Call after 7pm for appointment on weekdays 336-846-7516 • Cell 336-977-0067 Specializing in Choose and Cut Traser Firs ~ Roping and Wreaths Owners: Eddie and Shannon J 238 Mountain Valley Drive • West Jefferson, NC 28694 p*. 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Since a new law Cooper helped win to fight meth labs took effect on January 15, 2006, the State Bureau of In­ vestigation has seen a 40 per- Post file photo Roy Cooper cent drop in meth labs com­ pared to the same time period in 2005. In 2005, SBI agents busted 283 labs between Jan­ uary 15 and November 28. In 2006, agents busted 172 labs between January 15 and No­ vember 28. Meth is a highly addic­ tive and toxic drug that can be made at home with a few household ingredients, in­ cluding pseudoephedrine, a common cold remedy. The se­ cret home labs are filled with poisonous fumes and liquids, and can cause deadly explo­ sions. Specially trained SBI agents respond to meth labs discovered in North Carolina. Agents removed 95 children from homes where meth was being made from January 15 through November 28, 2005, compared to 38 children found in meth labs during the same period this year. Children in these homes are threatened by toxic chemicals, fire and explosions, and are often ne­ glected or abused. The new North Carolina law pushed by Cooper re­ quires that all single and multi-source tablets, caplets or pills containing pseudo­ ephedrine and ephedrine be sold behind a pharmacy coun­ ter. Purchasers must be at least 18 years old and show a photo ID and sign a log to buy these products. The law also limits purchases of these products to no more than two packages per transaction and no more than three pack­ ages within 30 days without a prescription. Federal law now says that liquid and gel caps that contain pseudo­ ephedrine must be sold from behind a counter or a locked cabinet, but other elements of North Carolina's stronger law remain in effect here. "Fighting meth means rooting out labs and cutting the flow of drugs into our state," said Cooper, "It also means working to stop people from ever getting hooked on this terrible drug." As part of the push against traffickers, Cooper has di­ rected the SBI to build on its existing partnerships with local and federal law enforce­ ment to boost efforts to go af­ ter large drug operations that bring meth, cocaine and other drugs into North Carolina. The SBI has estab­ lished a statewide coordina­ tor and assigned an Assis­ tant Special Agent in Charge in each of its eight districts across the state to better co­ ordinate drug investigations, and is working with local offi­ cers to identify problem drug dealers and to establish drug trafficking task forces in com­ munities. The SBI also plans to develop a database of drug intelligence specifically to track traffickers. During the upcoming ses­ sion of the General Assembly, Cooper plans to ask legisla­ tors for more SBI field agents to investigate drug traffick­ ing and related crimes. To prevent meth use, Coo­ per helped form the Methamphetamine Prevention Part­ nership in September 2006. Cooper's office is work­ ing with the Partnership to develop a DVD and resource guide to educate communities about the dangers of meth addiction. Along with the NC Department of Justice and the SBI, partners include the University of North Carolina School of Social Work, the Al­ cohol/Drug Council of North Carolina, Partnership for a Drug Free North Carolina, Families in Action, and the state departments of Health and Human Services, Juve­ nile Justice, and Public In­ struction. Library offers amnesty The Ashe County Public Library announces its annual Amnesty Week. During the week of December 4-9, 2006, the library will collect dona­ tions of canned food, forgiving up to $1 in overdue charges for each can. All donations will go to the food bank at Ashe Re­ ally Cares, for the purpose of relieving hunger in the com­ munity. This is an excellent opportunity for patrons with outstanding fines or overdue items to clear their accounts while helping others. This is an annual event for the Appalachian Regional Li­ tions, with donations at the brary (ARL) system, and the Watauga and Wilkes county offer is good at all ARL loca­ libraries benefiting agencies in those communities. "The ARL 'Fine Amnesty Week' has been so popular in the past that people look forward to it every year," said Lou­ ise Humphrey, Director of Libraries. "It gives them an opportunity not only to clear their accounts but, more im­ portantly, provides an easy and convenient way to help feed the hungry in their com­ munities." The offer applies to over­ due charges only, not to lost or damaged items. For more information, call the Ashe County Public Library at 846-2041, or visit www.arlibrary.org. 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It is of such importance that we urge every local citizen to read it. The title of the speech was"Ashe County in the 21st century global econ­ omy: making our case, staking our claim ' Almond was intro­ duced by Dr. Pat Mitchell, the county economic developer.) These steady increases in worker productivity are di­ rectly linked to advances in workforce development, train­ ing, and education, and as productivity goes, so goes our local economy and our future prospects. Education is simply the key to everything. But yet we still have anti­ quated state laws that permit 16 year-olds to drop out of school, a throwback to a by­ gone era, an outdated, backward-looking educational policy producing disastrous consequences that will plague us for years to come. Consider this: • The Ashe County Work­ force Development Task Force reports that, for every 100 9th grade students enrolled in North Carolina, only 60 gradu­ ate from high school four years later, and, of those, only 19 will ever earn an associate's or bachelor's degree. • Undereducating our local workforce has enormous nega­ tive economic consequences for Ashe County and its young people. Today, the average high school dropout, if he/she can find a job at all, can expect to earn less than $20,000/year, or less than $10 per hour. A high school graduate, by contrast, earns on average more than $30,000; college graduates can expect to earn about $55,000, and those with advanced deminute: we don't allow 16 yearolds to vote, to join the army, to drive a car at night, to borrow money or sign contracts, or to smoke or drink. Yet existing N.C. law permits a sixteen year-old child to make the deci­ sion to drop out of high school, a decision that, over a 50-year working career, will almost certainly cost that young man or woman, and those who de­ pend on them, well over a mil­ lion dollars in underutilized talent and skill, lost income, lost opportunity, and, worst of all, unfulfilled dreams and un­ realized ambitions. There was a time not too long ago when economic condi­ tions or family circumstances virtually required kids to drop out of school in order to help out at home or on the farm. The need was real, the choice was clear, and there was no shame in it. But today we are competing in a much different world. Today we are all swim­ ming in the big water of the Post photo by Jim Thompson Michael Almond shared his vision for Ashe's future in last week's speech. global economy, and educa­ tion is our lifeboat. We must inspire our children and their families to respect and honor the value of education, to stay in school, to earn and cher­ ish that high school diploma. Nothing is more important. Donnie Johnson, Phil Howell, Joallen Lowder, and the board of education are working hard on this issue, and they deserve our appreciation and support. Theirs is truly a worthwhile mission. Higher education is also increasingly important to global competitiveness, and I am pleased to report that new programs and new initiatives are underway to establish and sustain our High Country competitive advantage. At appalachian state uni­ versity, I have the honor to work with Chancellor Ken Peacock on a new UNC systemwide push to make our public universities more relevant in the real world of economic and community development. ASU and its sister campuses have enormous resources and as­ sets that can be put to work in recruiting and developing new npw inhs -hiiMinPHRPK frpat.intx aiHy-aftd expanding economic op­ portunities throughout our re­ gion. Dr. Pat Mitchell is teach­ ing a new generation of ASU students to become economic development professionals, and their future contributions will benefit us all. Our institutional duty and responsibility is clear, and Chancellor Peacock is deter­ mined that ASU will do its part in seeing to it that the taxpayers of the High Coun­ try realize a real and tangible return on their investment in higher education. At the community college level, we are so fortunate to have Dr. Gordon Burns, John Hauser, Chris Robinson, and all their colleagues at Wilkes Community College work­ ing to improve the quality of our workforce and supporting our regional economic devel­ opment efforts through their customized industrial training programs and in many other ways. One exciting new program that is truly regional in scope and captures the talents and resources of Wilkes Communi­ ty College,ASU, and important public and private sector insti­ tutions is the Northwest N.C. Advanced Materials Cluster Initiative. This important re­ gional economic development consortium was formed in 2004 as the brainchild of Ashe County Manager Dan McMil­ lan and his counterparts in Wilkes and Alleghany coun­ ties to target this most prom­ ising advanced manufacturing industry cluster. John Hauser of Wilkes Community College is the chairman of an all-star executive committee that is working hard to attract new companies and new, highlyskilled and highly paid jobs to the High Country. Martin Marietta Composites in Al­ leghany and Smiths Aerospace here in Ashe are recent exam­ ples of both the success and the potential of this exciting new targeted industry cluster initiative. One important component of the initiative is develop­ ment of the NWNC Advanced Materials Center, which will coast of the United States, will be headquartered and housed at Wilkes Community College, but will also have significant operations in Ashe and Allegh­ any counties. You may have read in the paper recently that the Golden Leaf Foundation believes so strongly in the center and this regional cluster initiative that it awarded a grant of $1.2 mil­ lion to fund first-year startup and developmental activities, with a promise of more to come. As a member of the board of directors of the foundation, I am pleased to report to you that this was the largest single grant awarded by golden leaf in this year's grant cycle. Re­ member—regionalism works! Forward thinking, regional in scope, leveraging funding from several different sources, and tightly focused on a grow­ ing, high technology, 21st cen­ tury industry cluster—what's not to like about this project?! This is precisely the type of local vision and activism that will help the High Country make our case and stake our claim in the 21st century knowledge economy, good luck, john, and let me know when you need more money! Conclusion: manufacturing is not dead! In conclusion—and I know those are the words you are all waiting for in a speech like this!—let me wind up with just an additional thought or two on the future of manufac­ turing in our region. Manufacturing has been good to us in the High Country. True enough, it has fed and clothed, educated and support­ ed generations of us over the years. Just as true, sad to say, is that traditional manufac­ turing in our rural mountain counties has been hit hard recently by the double whammy of economic recession and global competition. All of us are painfully aware, and some of us in this room are personally and pain­ fully aware, that our manufac­ and research in advanced n ma­ turing sector is under tremen­ terials manufacturing and ap­ dous competitive pressure. In plications. This center, which the last 30 years, the United will be the premier institution States has lost almost 5 million of its kind on the entire east factory jobs, 3 million since the 1991 recession. So, it is fair to ask the ques­ tion, does manufacturing have a future in the High Country? Should we continue to pursue and recruit additional manu­ facturing companies to Ashe County? Many would say no, that our future economic growth will come from our service industries, from tourism and our booming second home real estate market, from the inven­ tions and new ideas of our en­ trepreneurs. But there is more to the story. I recognize that in the glob­ al economy, economic diversity is important, essential even, to our fiiture success, but while I fully acknowledge and support the growth and importance of these other sectors of our re­ gional economy—indeed many of our honorees today repre­ sent these sectors of our econ­ omy—I also remain convinced that the future of manufac­ turing in the High Country is very bright indeed. As I noted earlier, the U.S. remains the top nation in the world in terms of manufactur­ ing output, and our lead is ac­ tually growing, not shrinking. There is, I believe, much more manufacturing to be done in this country, and more and more of it can and will be done in places like Ashe County and the High Country. To be sure, tomorrow's man­ ufacturing will be much differ­ ent than we are accustomed to. Our historical, traditional, labor intensive industries are either gone or struggling to survive. U.S. manufacturing is becoming leaner, smarter, faster, more and more produc­ tive, and more and more com­ petitive. and as our manufac­ turing industries change and adapt, so must we in the com­ munities that would provide the workforce and community support for these modern day global enterprises. In order to make our case and stake our claim with indus­ tries such as Leviton, Smiths, and Martin Marietta, we must partner with them to identify and provide the production in­ puts and resources they need to stay profitable and grow in our local economy, regional thinking, global vision, educa­ tion, and a business-friendly climate will be essential. We can do this. In fact, the record shows that we are al­ ready doing this. In the list of the top ten economic develop­ ment projects in western North Carolina published recently by the Advantage West regional partnership, every single proj­ ect listed was a manufacturing project! These 10 companies alone represent an impres­ sive array of high tech, high skill, 21st century advanced manufacturers who have found what and who they need in the hills and hollers of our mountain counties to compete and grow in that ruthless and unforgiving global economy I mentioned earlier. The result? More than $300 million in new investment, and creation of about 2000 new, highly skilled, highly paid new jobs. Friends, that does not sound like an in­ dustry sector in decline to me. In his poem "Pity the Na­ tion," the poet Kahlil Gibran wrote, "Pity the nation that wears a cloth it does not weave, eats a bread it does not harvest, and drinks a wine that flows not from its own winepress." Well, up here in these hills, we are a people who know how to work with our hands. We are comfortable around machinery and equipment. We understand the process of production, and we admire the finished products that are the result of our work, and we respect the people who made them. 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Please plan to come and bring a fellow federal person with you. 7 p.m.: Ashe County Democratic Party will hold their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain BBQ. This is a combined Nov./Dec. meet­ ing. For more information call 846-9068. Wednesday, December 6 in the cafeteria for an Internet Safety Awareness Meeting. Topics will include: Identity Theft, Cyber Security, Cyber Bullying, Cyber Predators, Chat Room Activity, and Parenting Tips. This meeting is provided by Ashe County Middle School and 4H 21st Century Community Learning Center TRAC Program. Please contact Ashe County Middle School if you have any ques­ tions. Noon: Members of the Ashe County AARP Chapter 3992 will meet for their Christmas Dinner at the Ashe Services for Aging. The ham will be pro­ vided. Members are requested to bring side dishes, drinks and desserts. Following a short business meeting, Louise Caudill will present an update of changes on Medicare Part D for 2007. Music will be provided by The Red Hill Ramblers. Thursday, December 7 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will offer the Continuing Education Brokerin-Charge course at the Alleghany Center in Sparta. Anne Rasheed will be the pre­ senter. Cost will be $45. For more information or to pre-register, contact Benita Hampton at 336-372-5061 or Phyllis VanHoy at 336-838-6166. 6:30 p.m.: Do you ever wonder about your children being safe on the Internet? Please join us at Ashe County Middle School 7 p.m.: The New River Area Board of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse will hold its regular meeting at the Dan'l Boone Inn in Boone. Saturday, December 9 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Ashe County Farmers Market announces Holiday Green Days. There will be a selection of trees, green­ ery, roping, wreaths and other holiday trimmings for sell. 6 p.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Children's Christmas Play. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congre­ gation invite you to attend. formance will be at the Ashe Civic Center. Free admission. 6 p.m.: Liberty Baptist Church on Silas Creek, Lansing, will have their Christmas play. Pastor Russell Sheets and the congregation invite everyone to attend. For more informa­ tion, call 982-2522. 6 p.m.: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will have their Christmas Play entitled "Old Fashioned Christmas" featuring the choir and special singing. Director Jeanie Larsen and the pastor Rev. Amos Combs invites you to attend. Sunday, December 10 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in 7 p.m.: Church Wagoner Baptist will have their Christmas program. Pastor, Rev. Steve Viers and congre­ gation welcome you. Laurel Springs announces 2nd Sunday of Advent service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your atten­ dance. 7 p.m.: The choirs of West Jefferson First Baptist, Mount Jefferson Presbyterian, and West Jefferson United Methodist Church will pres­ 3 p.m.: "Shake the Shivers and Celebrate Winter" - The Foothills Arts Council in Elkin is offering fun monthly work­ shops for the whole family. All workshops are free or a mini­ mal cost. Call for details and to reserve your space early. Parent to accompany children under 12. Christmas orna­ ments and decorations, "Ice" sculptures (bring a glue gun if possible), creative movement. 3 p.m.: A musical/drama will be presented by His Kids and Adoration of the Ashe Schools of Home Education. The per­ ent a Christmas program of sacred and secular music. The program will include flute and piano, instrumental solos, a string quartet, Christmas sing-a-long, and the Steel Magnolias, a ladies quartet. The program will be held in the new Hensley Hall at the West Jefferson United Methodist Church. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend. Monday, December 11 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. (except there is no meeting in January). The December meeting will be at Smoky Mountain BBQ and will include a wreathmaking demonstration by Polly Hinn. Members are encouraged to come early for dinner and then enjoy the program starting. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. Wednesday, December 13 10:30 a.m.: The Ashe County Chapter of Retired School Personnel (RSP) will meet at Smoky Mountain BBQ. The Steele Magnolias will provide a fun-filled Christmas program. Please bring a toy for a needy child. All retired school per­ sonnel are invited to attend and enjoy the fellowship and fun. continued on page 13 Enter the Pizza PIllS / Jefferson Post PIZZA 20*1(6/7 Football Contest PLUS Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. 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On December 20 they will have churchwide Christmas Caroling beginning at 6:30 p.m. On Dec. 24 they will have a special Christmas Eve Service and the Lord's Supper. Pastor Jeff Nave and congregation invite you to join them for these services. Friday, December 15 4 - 8 p.m.: When someone says Fish Fry - do you think Mobile Meals of Ashe County? Soon you will 'cause the folks at Mobile Meals are frying up some of the best fish around. Your plate includes a large por­ tion of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw and you'll get a drink with dessert for an $8 donation. All served up at Mobile Meals on Hwy 88 in Clifton - for more information call 385-1314 - dine in, carry out and call-ins welcome. Saturday, December 16 6 p.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Youth Christmas Play. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congregation invite you to attend. 6 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will have their Christmas program consist­ ing of the youth program, "O Christmas tree' at 6 p.m. and the adults, "Christmas in Cricket County, at 7 p.m. After the programs they invite you to join them in the fellowship hall for a birthday party for Jesus. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you. Sunday, December 17 run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy Oi'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a. m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is J a.m.: Peak Creek* experiencing grief. Bring ypur Presbyterian Church in lunch and join them. No pre- Laurel Springs announces 3rd Sunday of Advent service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your atten­ dance. 11 a.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Christmas Cantata. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congregation invite you to attend. 6 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church invites you to their Christmas play 'The Wondrous Birth". Refreshments will be served in the fellowship hall following the service. 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will have their Christmas Play "Do You see a Miracle". Rev. Charlie McCoy and the congeration invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek community. Sunday, December 24 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas ser­ vice. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Fletcher Church Memorial Baptist will have two Candlelight Christmas Eve Services: the first from 5:306:15 p.m. and the second from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Everyone is invited to come aand bring family and friends to this very special Candlelight Service. registration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Episcopal Parish of Holy Communion the will hold December services at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in West Jefferson. A Christmas week schedule will appear in the paper the week of December 18. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m., coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office. 9823076. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 982- , 3076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, make-up kit, and skin care. To find out more call 846-0781. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every first and third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, smallfurniture. and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Come enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not A SPECIAL OFFER FROM DISH NETWORK. Over 80 Channels Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Avl-l Jefferson, NC 28640, next to The Gap Hair Salon, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. 99 .Now M*. 'month FOR 10 MONTHS (after maiMn redemption) PLUS HB© -O 3 MONTHS PICK ONE PREMIUM §WK STA££ FREE Angels in the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-1377. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina at 336-982-4416. Choose to add Local Channels, just $5 month FREE OVR Receiver Upgrade tMnMnsia FREE Standard Professional Inflation («to t rooms) NO Equipnient to Buy MAGIC E NETWORK Better TV for all. Jefferson, NC 28640 424 East Main Street HOME ENTERTAINMENT 336-846-5603 "Serving the High Country Since 1988" wNyw.piagichenbi'Qm Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has a o. ummwmm p. ofn—a, wurtu — onm HO— FWMT*'•« -mupturn ID uwu, Tc» » nam •» M—. lutwmni ol rHampHdn ten* a— top, o4 M f.CutKmrn m—m am m»m«l w« moM* to.—ID 14 ra.nniP.a moth* vun.Mr.MO torn,100—.« lo> mora urtomi.tton Altoa Jkwiiaoiapii <* «vili*Ma MntopdckapDOMomaiMIca la Pi>«»n-P«oaPiD»<iiHDiHprlc»loinHtHHiio»tDppa»n» MDlpp*. Ml"*H—N, KM* I IPHPill P— begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0^34. o—nmp ol Hulpwl LM 4 tun*, p* mount l«M miI111— «M» ape* to. 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BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) W- We'd like to thank our members for helping us score an "84" in the recent American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI). Your feedback puts Blue Ridge Electric a full 12 points higher than the utility industry average. Sunday, December 31 Even though ACSI recognizes "customer" satisfaction, Blue Ridge Electric members are in fact "owners." That's an important distinction. And it's 10:30 a.m.: Mt. Paddy Church will host the Pine Ridge Boys. They have been singing Southern Gospel Music for the past 42 years. why we strive to provide a level of sendee that's second to none. 8 p.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel <9 Springs announces New Year's Eve service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. electric nxcnxberstxip corp. Ongoing Events Your TourSal, aw Enetxv*Pjmwr Naturally, we're honored. But it won't go to our head. We'll remain the dependable source of electricity our members never have to think twice about. Unless, of course, they're being surveyed by ACSI. Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well Wilkes Honda 703 Edgewood Road • Wilkesboro, NC (336) 667-8151 t» otumm li OOMOflQ.1 ll» XC»WH»mu*ta*r.r»«|'|»l-IWM «i mc • ww fc. una r«t y ttfU MMd ,ahW*n»H»INld«*«IU.HAW vb* ,uk; ;«i »i»» «<J urn©*:.*} d j ,*» <*• r Wiio»'tal*i>jqh > ,[ up»v am & »»Hon— OB w>0« aw* "t&C 6mu» BuOt»«! <v J0(r; nd pfc» CW *i> am ItiKi .njtBuOi imidCfl 'm' ml l"V* CHF AiDu IW TO—» Bonuift<*tanirtrll»uv«h(iuirtwv<i * X*(*«vtnp «*) mmV 0B f* nhncartuM Oft* no »>>> ••**««! K *• rartntk (Mm iwoun * "t, MA an) •./•MA «w Hgn»!W ti» " ««* I**"* C"*"" r/ , .3K08 MnWM* Harrtl Co I*. '!<•< Touchstone Energy ACSI member ratings using the ACSI customer satisfaction survey questions are compared to the ACSI ratings of residential customers of the U.S. largest member-owned energy utilities. �PAGE 14 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2006 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Tuesday & Friday $ 14.55 - 20 words 17.05-25 words 23.73 - 30 words 27.50 - 35 words (extra runs, better rates.) DEADLINES Tuesday': (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case on our part, credit be given for the incorrect run only. T Jefferson Post responsible srrect copy submi by the adverti for typograph rrors which do no 3sen the value of 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Secretary/Tree Farm applicant must have experience in payroll, filing and record keep­ ing, general office skills, proficient com­ puter skills, have good people skills and selfmotivated. Benefits in­ clude paid holidays/va­ cation and insurance. Salary based on expe­ rience. Please send re­ sume and references to P.O.Box 22. Laurel Springs. NC. 28644 Truck Driver Needed CDL's with Hazmat Full time position. Pay negotiable Call 336-246-6569 235-Christmas Trees Premium Fraser fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 260-Garage/Yard Sales Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson. NC 28694 {We accept personal check. Visa or Master Card) ; Telephone; . Fax; (336) 846-7165 e-mail; classified jeffersonposl.com Web. www.jeffersonpost&om 30-Speclal Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It illegal to advortlse any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un-1 der the age ot 16 llvlnq with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women S people securing custody of chll dren under 10. This news paper will not knowingly accept any advertising lor legal estate which Is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hoaring Impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 140-Help Wanted CDL TRAINING Want to become a Truck Driver? Want to travel? Want a good job with good pay and job security? Wilkes Community College and Sage Technical Services have teamed together to offer the best training available. Small Classes; ONE STUDENT PERTRUCK Lifetime, Nationwide Job Placement Call (336)838-6509 CNC/Access is now accepting applications for CSS I. These jobs are in the Ashe and Wilkes County areas. Hours are up to Full-time, lifting required. Experience with DD consumers preferred. High school diploma required. Please call 800.504.5448 or 828.265.0300 for an application. Experienced Heating and Air Installer Apply In Person Carolina Heating & Air Roaring Gap, NC High Country Honda is looking for highly motivated, self directed Individuals for customer service position. Customer Service Experience a must. Position is full time & includes salary plus unit bonuses. Full Benefits offered after 90 days. Apply in Person No Phone Calls Please J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule 1-800-849-0932 KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines; Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Frl. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Misceflaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. 330-Pets Free to Good Home Adult Male Cat. White with Black Splotches. VERY VERY Friendly and Affectionate!! Good with other animals! (Our other Cat doesn't like him, though) Call. 246-3723 and leave a message! PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 345-Hunting K & D Taxidermy 626 Peach Bottom Rd. Laurel Springs, NC 28644 Call Today (336) 359-2423 Shoulder Mount $185 The Biggest Deer killed; FREEI 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call; Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 370-Cars/Vans for Sale 1994 Gold Lumina Euro-Coupe, 64,000 Florida Miles. Perfect second car or Christ­ mas present. Runs and looks new. $3,800. Big Dave's Auto. Call 336877-5694 Antique Auto for Sale 1923 Ford Model T Touring car Fresh professional restoration. Meets all original specifications, everything new or rebuilt. Maroon and black w/ brass trim. Tan interior. $20,000.00 Serious inquiries only. 717.993.5494 8am-5pm 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab. V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Piano Service Call for free estimates. Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 2002 Ford F150 Lariat Crew Cab 4X4 Sun Roof, Leather, All Options. $12,500 Mouth of Wilson 276-768-9800 SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale Classifieds make "Cents" "Cents make Dollars" 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green,top rack, leather interior.CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80.000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. Check Out the Jefferson Post for For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Coy at 336-846-7164 FOR RENT HOUSE 110 GENTRY ST. JEFFERSON 2BR.1BA FURNISHED DISH­ WASHER WASHER DRYER VACUUM GAS LOGS ELECTRIC FULL BASEMENT NO PETS ONE YEAR LEASE REFERENCES $800 MONTH $800 DEPOSIT 336 928-0064 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! Brick House with double carport. 5 minutes from West Jefferson and Jefferson. 3 Bedrooms with 1 1/2 Bath, Large living area with Fireplace, Kitchen with Bar, Utility room, sewing room. Large yard, 4.1 acres, 2 outbuildings plus Well House. Smethport area. To see House call 336-982-8567. Serious calls Please Let our Classified Ads go to work for youl SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 Z at 336-977-2113 1145-Steel Buildings STEEL BUILDING Others claim to be Fac­ tory Direct- we ARE Factory Direct! Offering HUGE discounts on overstocked inventory. Limited # available. CALL NOW! 1-800-222-6335 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634, 1190-Wood For Sale FREE WOOD Trees are Down, You cut and remove Call: 246-5906 Having qualified as Ex­ ecutrix of the estate of WILLIAM H. OWENS. late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the under­ signed on or before 505-Modular the 28th day of Homes for Sale FEBRUARY. 2007, or be LOOK!! 2 New Modular this notice will just arrived -ULTIMATE pleaded in bar of their HOME LIVING. MUST recovery. All persons indebted to said estate SEE TO BELIEVE. are requested to make Call for appointment at immediate payment to 336-973-2335 the undersigned. MODULARS! MODULARS! This 21st day of Arriving Daily. Come NOVEMBER. 2006 By and Look or call for Appointment Brenda K. Anderson, 336-973-2335 Executrix of the Estate Ask for Joe. of William H. Owens, Deceased 530-Lots & 287 Old 60 Lakeview Acreage Wilkesboro, NC 28697 Do you have a lot JOHNSTON AND or acreage for sale? JOHNSTON List it in the Jefferson Attorneys at Law Post Classifieds Post Office Box 398 20 words - 4 weeks Jefferson, NC 28640 $33.67 PLEASE remember to come In and pick them up. Call us at 336-846-7164. THANK YOU Jefferson Post Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard tnmmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that; made subject to all prior liens and encum­ brances. and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax as­ sociated with the fore­ closure. for paying, if any. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Fol­ lowing the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. The date of this Notice is November 15, 2006. David W. Neill or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 8520 Cliff Cameron Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte. NC 28269 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc/ 06-85852 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE TO Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of M.M. Little, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the under­ signed on or before the 28th day February, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This 21st day of November, 2006. Wilkes Community College Assistant Teacher, Child Development Center For more in format ion Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu PLEASANT r>7z*f PEOPLE WANTED Now TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR COOKS AND SERVERS ALL SHIFTS! w APPLY IN PERSON • NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY No Phone Calls, Please! 146 North View Drive • Jefferson • FULL & PART-TIME CLASSES FINANCING AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE Director/Instructor Respiratory Therapy 06SP120 If you have left pictures with us There is also conveyed to the Grantee an easement of right of way and an easement of water right more specifically described in that certain deed from H. Ford Neaves and wife, Guyda Neaves. to Harold Neaves and wife, Grace Neaves. dated April 27, 1976 and of record in Book T-5, Page 644, Ashe Coun­ ty Registry, reference being made to said book and page number for a more specific description thereof and incorporated by refer­ ence as if fully set out herein. Pursuant to a Court order and under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and failure to carry out and perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pur­ suant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by said deed of trust, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at pub­ And Being more com­ lic auction to the high­ monly known as: 149 est bidder for cash at Walnut Cove Lane, the usual place of sale Crumpler, NC 28617 at the county court­ house of said county at The record owner(s) of 2:00PM on December the property, as reflect­ 6, 2006 the following ed on the records of described real estate the Register of Deeds, and any other improve­ is/are James J. Cumments which may be mings and Virginia A. situated thereon, situat­ Cummings. ed in Ashe County, North Carolina, and The property to be of­ being more particularly fered pursuant to this notice of sale is being described as follows: offered for sale, trans­ Beginning on a point in fer and conveyance the centerline of NCSR •AS IS. WHERE IS.' 1574, said point being Neither the Trustee nor the Virgil Benson Cor­ the holder of the note ner, and the western­ secured by the deed most corner of the Ford of trust/security agree­ Neaves property herein ment, or both, being nor the described; thence from foreclosed, directors, the beginning and run­ officers, ning with the Virgil attorneys, employees, Benson line, an exist­ agents or authorized ing fence, North 68-38 representative of either East 19.19 feet to a Trustee or the holder of fence post; North 68-35 the note make any rep­ East 131.95 feet to a resentation or warranty 10-inch beech, North relating to the title or 64-49 East 290.41 feet any physical, environ­ to a stake at an oak: mental, health or safety thence, leaving the conditions existing in, Virgil Benson line and on, at or relating to the running with a division property being offered line of the Ford Neaves for sale, and any and property, South 24-59 all responsibilities or East 181.82 feet to a liabilities arising out of stake, South 49-51 or in any way relating West 400.96 feet to a to any such condition are dis­ stake; thence South expressly 49-51 West 14.45 feet claimed. This sale is to a point in the center line of NCSR 1574; thence, running with W "§ CO the centerline of said road, North 54-59 West 47.08 feet to a point, L L - O N North 44-56 West CD 32.27 feet to a point; C $°° thence North 36-12 West 78.06 feet, £ CC •£ thence North 21-24 2o * West 151.50 feet to ® (u -J the point of beginning, ^ * 3 containing 2.44 acres, inclusive of the right of way of NCSR 1574. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY Prime Commercial Space for lease in West Jefferson 977-1129 NORTH NOTICE OF SALE DCC 535-Commercial Property • Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red Q_ BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine NOTICE TQ CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JAMES J. CUMMINGS AND VIRGINIA A. 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NC 28692| B28-297-74Q0 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2006 PAGE 15 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals November. 2006. beginning on Tuesday, February 13. 2007, at 9:30 a.m. in Commis­ sion Hearing Room 2115, Dobbs Building, 430. North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh. North Carolina, 27699-4325. The direct testimony and exhibits of expert witnesses should be filed with the Commis­ sion on or before Wednesday, January 24, 2007. line of the Pluto Invest­ ments. Inc. property as described in Deed Book 218 Page 2153 Tract 2. said point being the southwestern corner of the William Kerley property, thence with said southern line with the centerline of said N.C.S.R. #1100, four three courses, 1) thence N. 48-32-09 W. 30.36 feet to a point. 2) thence N. 4705-50 W. 107.94 feet to a point, 3) thence N. 44-46-18 W. 33.74 feet to a point; thence with a new line, three cours­ es. 1) thence N. 57-3901 E., passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 14.68 feet, for a total distance of 144.15 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar set, 2) thence N. 38-28-55 E. 57.34 feet to a 1/2inch rebar set. 3) thence S. 38-21-28 E. 70.07 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar found, said rebar being the northwestern corner of said Kerley property; thence with the western line of said Kerley property, S. 2212-14 W., passing over a 1/2-inch rebar found at 185.48 feet, for a to­ tal distance 199.41 feet to the BEGINNING; containing 0.500 acres as calculated by coor­ dinate geometry, from field data gathered by the Thomas Herman Company, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson. NC 28640-0519, (336) 246-3352, NCRLS L2633, dated March 11, 1999. Job #97020101. Together with improve­ ments located thereon; said property being lo­ cated at 498 Cranberry Spring Road, Fleet­ wood. North Carolina. users of the road, The said right of way is to be used for ingress and egress and to be ap­ purtenant to the above described property. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS. WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers. directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the hold­ er of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on. at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all respon­ sibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition ex­ pressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assess­ ments, and prior liens or encumbrances of re­ cord and any recorded releases. William Max Little. Executor of the Estate of M. M. Little Deceased 912 Friendship Road Jefferson. NC 28640 VETRO P.C. & LUNDY. By: M. Shaun Lundy State Bar Number 31656 JOHNSTON AND JOHNSTON Substitute Trustee Attorneys at Law Post Office Box 398 Jefferson. NC 28640 589 W. King Street Post Office Drawer 71DTS Boone. North Carolina 28607 Telephone: (828) 2653001 Facsimile: (828) 2648614 dec NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of an Order of the Superi­ H:\Clients\SUGARor Court of Ashe Coun­ TOP\Collins\Forecloty. North Carolina, sure 05-M-53\Notice of made and entered in Sale 081905.doc the action entitled In the Matter of the Fore­ PUBLIC NOTICE closure of the Deed of Trust of Leonard J. Blevins and Merita P. Blevins, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will on Monday, Decem­ ber 18th, 2006 offer for sale and sell for cash to the last and highest bidder at public auc­ tion. on the courthouse steps in Jefferson. Ashe County. North Carolina at 11:00 am, the following described real property: BEING all of the real property more partic­ ularly described In that certain deed of trust recorded In Book 279, at Page 502 of the Ashe County Public Regis­ try and being com­ monly known as 382 Greensboro Road, Crumpler, North Carolina 28617. The sale will be made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, restric­ tions. assessments and easements of record, if any. The successful bidder at the sale shall be re­ quired to deposit with the undersigned Sub­ stitute Trustee immedi­ ately upon conclusion of the sale a deposit by certified funds of ten percent (10%) of the first $1,000.00 bid and of five percent (5%) of any amount over the first $1,000.00, with the full balance being due and payable on the eleventh day after the sale. This the 17th day of DOCKET NO. SP-167. SUB 1 APPLICATION OF NORTHWEST WIND DEVELOPERS. LLC. FOR A CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 27, 2006, Northwest Wind Developers. LLC (Applicant), filed an ap­ plication seeking a cer­ tificate of public con­ venience and necessity pursuant to G.S. 62110.1(a) for construc­ tion of an electric generating facility con­ sisting of 25 to 28 windmills, each wind­ mill with a generating capacity of 2 mega­ watts. in the Creston community in Ashe County, North Carolina bordering Rich Hill Road. Willie Walker Road. Roaring Fork Road. Big Springs, Road and East Big Springs Road. The North Carolina Utilities Commission has concluded that the application should be scheduled for hearing. The Commission will receive nonexpert public witness testimo­ ny on Thursday, Janu­ ary 25, 2007, at 7:00 p.m., in the Small Courtroom of the Ashe County Courthouse, 150 Government Cir­ cle. Jefferson, North Carolina, and will re­ ceive additional public witness testimony and expert witness testimo­ ny from the parties Details of the applica­ tion may be obtained from the Office of the Chief Clerk of the North Carolina Utilities Com­ mission. 430 N. Salis­ bury Street, 5th Floor. Dobbs Building. Raleigh, North Carolina 27603 or 4325 Mail Service Center, Ra­ leigh, North Carolina 27699-4325 or on the Commission's website, www.ncuc.net. Persons desiring to present testimony with respect to the applica­ tion should appear at the public hearing. Persons desiring to comment with respect to the application may file a written statement with the Commission. Such a statement should reference Dock­ et No. SP-167, Sub 1 and be addressed as follows: Chief Clerk, North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4325. Such a statement will be included in the Com­ mission's official files: however, a written statement may not be received as evidence unless the person filing it appears at the hear­ ing and testifies. Statements may also be directed to Rob­ ert P. Gruber, Exec­ utive Director, Public Staff - N.C. Utilities Commission, 4326 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4326 or to The Honorable Roy Coop­ er, Attorney General of North Carolina, 9001 Mail Service Center. Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-9901. Person desiring to intervene as formal parties of record should file a verified petition Under Commission Rules R1-5 and R1-19 no later than Wednes­ day, January 24, 2007. Such a petition should be filed with the Chief Clerk, North Carolina PUBLICATION DATES: November 28. 2006 December 5, 2006 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Greg Lyons and Ra­ chel Moretz (PRES­ ENT RECORD OWNER(S): Gregory E. Lyons) to Comerv, Inc., Trustee(s), dated the 27th day of August. 1999, and recorded in Book 243. Page 311. Ashe County Registry. North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substitut­ ed as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an in­ strument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County. North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jef­ ferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 11:00 on December 13, 2006 and will sell to the high­ est bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Ashe. North Caroli­ na, and being more particularly described as follows: Being a portion of the Pluto Investments, Inc. property as described in Deed Book 218 Page 2153 - Tract 2: Being more particularly described as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline inter­ section of N.C.S.R. # 1100 and the southern Together with a non­ exclusive twenty (20') foot right of way along the western line of the above described tract leading from NCSR #1100, said right of way to be 20 feet west of and parallel to the western line of the above described tract as shown on survey and plat entitled "Survey for Georgia Hernandez" dated March 11, 1999 by Thomas D. Herman, RLS L-2633. The grantee agree to share in the maintenance and upkeep of the road to­ gether with the other Subject to a twenty (20') foot easement for a driveway along the northern line of the above described tract, said easement to be 20 feet south of and paral­ lel to the northern line of said above descri­ bed tract as shown on survey and plat entitled "Survey for Georgia Hernandez" dated March 11,1999 by Tho­ mas D. Herman. RLS L-2633. It ia under­ stood and agreed that the said 20' drive ease­ ment is to remain open and unobstructed at all times and that the users of said easement are to share in the maintenance and up­ keep of the said ease­ ment. Subject to the following restrictions which shall attach to and run with the land: 1. There shall be no mobile homes located on the above described property. 2. There shall be no untaged vehicles parked on the above described property. 3. There shall be no busi­ nesses operated from the above described property that are visible to the public or to any other property owners in the subdivision. Any property owner may conduct a telephone or computer business that is wholly confined with­ in the dwelling. No separate buildings may be erected for the pur­ pose of conducting a business outside the dwelling. 4. No outside junk will be allowed on the property. I work. Therefore, eye strain. A cash deposit or cash­ ier's check (no person­ al checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or sev­ en hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. This 8th day of November, 2006. SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ EE SERVICES. INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ EE Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discre­ tion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in BY: Attorney at Law The Law Firm of Hutchens. Senter & Britton, RA. Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O.Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Car­ olina 28311 htW/www.lc-sates.com NCGS §45-21.23. Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. Case No: 141.113770 Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The Vision Council of America recommends regular eye exams for you and your family to ensure healthy vision. Check Yearly. Clearly.* www.checkyearly.com Atowwtam Field £*cavatmg • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical No JOB TOO SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work •Lot Clearing •Basement/Footers • Ponds • Ditching 'Driveways • Gravel,Mulch,Dirt Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. 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Lansing, NC Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978/ zenith TVS A HOME 982-3335 Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" • Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lota • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES SALES A SERVICE l Michael Allen Mabe - Owner-Specialist 336-359-2312 • Cell: 336-657-7720 y �PAGE 16 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS George Hamilton IV honored during British tour A special reception, to honor Grand Ole Opry Member George Hamilton IV, was hosted in London, England by the Ambassa­ dor of the United States and his wife, Robert and Maria Tuttle, on Monday, September 25. The event took place at Winfield House, the Am­ bassador's London residen­ cy in Regent's Park. There were 300 in attendance, in­ cluding over 150 industry and media people. The re­ ception was in recognition of George Hamilton IV's 50th Anniversary in music and his considerable work in bringing Country Music to International audiences, including ground-breaking work in Russia and other Eastern countries in the 1970s when he became the first to take Country Music behind the "Iron Curtain". Dignitaries included the Duke and Duchess of Abercorn, James and Sacha Hamilton from Ireland; UK pop stalwart Sir Cliff Richard; and BBC pro­ ducer Sir Charles Chilton who worked with George Hamilton IV on all of his acclaimed BBC Radio Se­ ries. Also present was TV producer Phil Lewis who worked with George IV during his 10 Television Series for the BBC. Ambassador Tuttle, in introducing his fellow "am­ bassador" (George Ham­ ilton IV was named the "International Ambassa­ dor of Country Music", by Billboard Magazine), spoke of the artist's considerable achievements over the years. Hamilton recalled his early days working in Brit­ ain and Europe, recogniz­ ing various people who contributed to his career and, accompanying himself on guitar, sang a couple of songs, including - by audi­ ence prompting - "A Rose And A Baby Ruth", the 1956 Top 10 'teen ballad' that gave him his first chart hit & million-seller. He preced­ ed the song by presenting Ambassador Tuttle with a Baby Ruth candy bar but added, unlike his career, that it wasn't 50 years old! i •< : ' • I m "It was a most memo­ rable evening and wonder­ ful to see so many people I've gotten to know over the years" said Hamilton. "I am very grateful to the Ambassador and his wife for staging the reception and holding it in their beautiful residence. It will be an evening I'll forever cherish." ...and at the Grand Ole Opry Photo courtesy of George Hamilton V Pete Fisher (center), General Manager of the Grand Ole Opry, made a special on-air presenta­ tion to George Hamilton IV (right) commemorating George's 50th Anniversary in Music. Mr. Fisher presented a plaque to George IV on behalf of the Grand Ole Opry which reads: "Since 1956/George Hamilton IV The International Ambassador Of Country Music/Celebrating 50 Years/Of Taking Great Country Music To The World/Congratulations From Your Grand Ole Opry Family" That's George Hamilton V on the left. ^Glli !®0DK1W MM §®@0[1W Photo courtesy of George Hamilton IV U.S. Ambassador Robert Tuttle (left) and George Hamilton IV. €7297) BMM These animals are available for adoption. Aussie/Collie Puppies! Beautiful Kittens! Adorable aussie/border collie mix pups ready for you to take to a ' * home. loving " Supplying our community with a complete line of building supplies, plumbing, electrical, hardware and Do It Best paints since 1935. Lab Mix Puppies! Yellow lab mix puppies w/wonderful, playful personal ities, these pups will make a wonderful companion. Precious grey/white, black/White kittens, ioving and cuddly. Won't yoff^ give them a good home? Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located between Little's Gym and SlyLine Telephone We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety ore Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@siybest.com 19 South Third Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-246-2611 www.parkertie.doitbest.com - (c 99 tl£ 01V£S The Jefferson post will publish a special "Isittle 01ves" page on December 22. for only $15.00, we will place a photo of your favorite "kittle df ar)d include name, age and most lovable "elf feature, you may place a photo of your child, your pet, your Grandparents, or whoever you wish! Deadline to Place ads is Dec. 15th at 5pm. : lpU*eni°« c- I hrate this memorable event bH running a loto of uour child on our special page '' t0 published on December 22" . ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY FRIDAY. DECEMBER 15™ BY 5 M». H°Hy Gin • • ^ :: 18 s<Jch Fill out the form beloui & return to: ,Qppgeifi fferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Grandma 01/ ha# the prettiest flower garden in •town! • • • • • • • onie bt^ our office at 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, please include pai|ment of $15.00 & photo of t^our babtp Fill out the following form and send your payment & photo to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 I \ — \ Parents GT<tndpaT«nU' Names-. \ i Address- phone \ I Submitted Sty- \ m>-mmu Any Questions? Call 336-846-7/64. Mas,ercardorV,sa accepted. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 81 Issue 97 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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At Monday's organization­ al meeting, the board voted Richard Blackburn as chair­ man and Gary Barber as vice chairman. Democrat Marty Gambill also joins the board to serve along with Republi­ cans Larry Rhodes and Judy Post photo by Linda Burchette Former Sheriff Jim Hartley (right) congratulates the new sheriff, James Williams, who took his oath of office Monday. There are more pictures from the ceremonies on page 3A. Poe. Prior to the new board taking its seats, departing members Richard Calhoun and Gerald Price voiced com­ ments about their previous terms. Calhoun thanked the coun­ ty for allowing him to serve eight years on the commis­ sion and four previous years on the board of education. "It has been very gratifying to do public service," Calhoun said. WI have tried to do what was right for the county and we have a record of positive achievements over this time." He noted the consolidation of schools into Ashe County Post photo by Linda Burchette Gary Barber Is the new vice chairman of the county com­ mission. High School, the construc­ tion of the courthouse com­ plex and agriculture service center, plans to build a new jail, and support of the arts and recreation. He produced a piece of paper he said he'd carried for eight years listing his platform when he first ran for the commission. A goal of long range planning has not been met, he said. "We will continue haphazardly until some board takes the initia­ tive to do it." He has tried See Commission, page 5A Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffer8onpo8t.com circulation@jefferaonpost.com classified@jeffereonpost .com editorial@jeffereonpost.com See Basnight, page 5A Changing of the guard by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Post photo by Linda Burchette Richard Blackburn is the new chairman of the county commission. The widening of U.S. 221 from Deep Gap to Jefferson gained key support Tuesday, during a visit of Sen. Marc Basnight, president pro tern of the N.C. Senate. "I have seen the need and know the need," Basnight said after traveling U.S. 221 for a tour of the county. The Senator was visiting the 45th Senate District as the guest of Senator-elect Steve Goss. The two men met with local leaders—including members of the county commission and board of education—over lunch at Frasers. Basnight stressed that, "We don't choose what roads are built or improved. The governor determines what is built." But he added that, "I will put this at the top of my priority list.There will be oth­ er projects in there, but there won't be many. (Steve) and I will have to work together on this." Basnight said he would push for the 221 widening when he meets face-to-face with Gov. Mike Easley to dis­ cuss road priorities. During comments follow­ ing lunch, Basnight stressed the need to improve educa­ tion in the state. He believes Laughter, tears and good will permeated the courtroom at Aishe County Courthouse Monday morning as newly elected officials took their oaths of office. The solemn occasion was lightened by Judge Michael Helms as he announced he needed to conclude the pro­ ceedings quickly and get back to an $8 million real estate case over which he was pre­ siding in Winston-Salem, and then welcomed and congratu­ lated each official as he read the official oaths. Applause from the court­ room packed with family members and staff of the var­ ious officials followed each ceremony as one by one the sheriff, clerk of court, regis­ ter of deeds, commissioners, school board members and board members of the soil and water conservation dis­ trict stood before the judge. Once the official duties were over, Judge Helms al­ lowed each person to make comments. Sheriff James Williams said he appreciated his fam­ ily supporting him more than they would ever know. "It's been a long, hard grind," he said. "We will march on up the hill and rid this county of its drug problem and make it a safer county for everyone." Retiring Sheriff Jim Hart­ ley praised Williams. "I know he'll go forward with the sheriff's office," he said. "I will support him and I hope everyone will." Clerk of Court Pam Barlow thanked everyone for their support and her staff for the outstanding camaraderie of the office. "This is one of the best offices in the state, and that in no small part is due to Jerry Roten," she said of the retiring clerk. She said her doors would always be open and she looks forward to working with the law enforce­ ment officers and judicial staff. Register of Deeds Shirley Wallace noted that this was her eighth term in office and Post photo by Jim Thompson she is very grateful for all the N.C. Senate President ProTem Marc Basnight, D-Dare (left), support she has received. In a and Senator-elect Steve Goss, D-Watauga, fielded questions voice choked with tears, she thanked her husband for be­ from local leaders at Frasers Tuesday. ing home to look after their handicapped son. "If it wasn't for him doing that, I couldn't Goss announced Wednes­ do this," she said of her duties by Jim Thompson day that the temporary fa­ with the register of deeds of­ Editor With a push from Sena­ cility would open on Dec. 13 fice. Three commissioners were tor-elect Steve Goss, D- at the NCDMV license of­ sworn in on Monday, with Watauga, a temporary tag fice, located behind the old Richard Blackburn, Gary office will open next week in courthouse in Jefferson. The facility will provide regis­ Barber and Marty Gambill Jefferson. The NCDMV closed the tration and tag services on joining Larry Rhodes and West Jefferson office in No­ Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Judy Poe on the board. Blackburn said he very vember, and an investiga­ Thursdays during regular business hours. See Change, page 5A tion continues. Tag office to reopen Commission, planning board to meet Planning board seeks moratorium on floodplain development development. "As you may be well aware, Concern over development there has been concern both in the county's floodplains at the planning board and has led the planning board public level on developments to request direct dialogue that are inside the hundred with the commissioners and year floodplain," Edwardson a 60 day moratorium on sub­ told the board. "While there divisions inside the 100-year have been citizens from the floodplain until the issue can Todd area that have been vo­ be further studied. cal in their concerns, the con­ Planning Director Zach cerns of the planning board Edwardson presented those are of development inside the two requests to the com­ entirety of the hundred year mission on Monday during floodplains throughout the the board's reorganizational county." meeting. The commissioners Newly elected Commis­ were in agreement on sched­ sioner Marty Gambill serves uling a joint meeting, but on the planning board, and balked at the idea of stopping said there is real concern by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor about subdivision develop­ ment in the floodplain espe­ cially since the recent contro­ versy over two developments in the Todd community. The planning board, he said, hopes to make changes and doesn't want anything to slip under the wire in opposition to what the board is trying to do. Gambill was appointed by the previous board of commis­ sioners to serve on the plan­ ning board as a voting mem­ ber, and can still serve as a non-voting representative of the board of commissioners. County Manager Dan McMil­ lan said commissioners can serve on only one appointed Edwardson said of the con­ board. Each commissioner cerns about floodplain devel­ serves on a variety of county opment, "and the moratorium boards as a representative of request is due to the concern county government. Gambill of further developments in­ wants to continue serving on side the hundred year floodthe planning board as a vot­ plains while the planning ing member, McMillan said, board and commissioners so he will discuss with him consider any improvements the possible need to resign as to the regulations." a non-voting representative It was noted that a public of the commissioners, and hearing would be required another commissioner can fill before the commissioners could vote on a moratorium that role. "The joint meeting (be­ of development. Gambill made a motion to tween the two boards) is re­ quested so that there can be set forth a process of morato­ a direct dialogue between the rium, but received no second planning board and the com­ so his motion died. missioners on this subject," See Boards, page 5A Local woman to receive award from Army by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe County native Aman­ da Hart Barlow will be hon­ ored Monday at Fort Bragg with the Dr. Mary E. Walker Award for outstanding sup­ port of her military husband. Amanda is the wife of Capt. Adam Barlow with the 4th Brigade of the 82nd Air­ borne out of Fort Bragg. He is senior battle captain in the brigade headquarters, leav­ ing for service in Afghanistan in January. The Jefferson Post ran a story in January 2005 about Adam and fellow 82nd Air­ borne soldier Mark Garner being invited to breakfast with Lt. Gen. Thomas Metz, former commander of U.S. Army troops in Iraq and a visitor to Ashe County this past summer. The story was written by Garner's wife, Nickayla Myers-Garner. Museum holds membership meeting With well-known and popular author and televi­ sion personality D.G. Martin as the featured speak­ er, the Museum of Ashe County History had a most successful meeting of its membership on Nov. 27. The fellowship hall of Jefferson United Methodist Church comfortably sat about 100 people inter­ ested in Ashe County history. Katrina Miller said many of those in attendance joined that evening when she and other membership committee mem­ bers made applications available. President Gwen Ashley issued an invitation to everyone to come see what has been collected and displayed at the muse­ Adam Barlow is the son of Jim and Kathy Barlow of Beaver Creek. He attended Beaver Creek High School and received a degree from Appalachian State University in Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology while participat­ ing in ROTC. Amanda is the daughter of Debbie Hart of Ashe County and Kenny Hart of Alleghany County. She at­ tended Ashe Central High School and is a graduate of Wilkes County Community College in nursing. Adam and Amanda cur­ rently reside in Fayetteville with their three and a half year old daughter, Maddie, and son Quinn, born this past August. In her story about their husbands, Nick­ ayla wrote that "Amanda is a co-chair of the FRG, Family Readiness Group, for Adam's company. The FRG is a group whose goal is to bring togeth­ um's temporary location across the street from the old courthouse building. Winter hours are now in place and the museum is open by appointment and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Conservation hero nominations sought RALEIGH, N.C. (Dec. 7) - The deadline for nominations for the 2006 Governor's Conservation Achievement Awards is a fast-approaching Dec. 30. The awards are the highest natural resource honors in the state, presented annually by the North Carolina Wildlife Federation and the Governor's er families of the soldiers to provide information and sup­ port, both during deployment and otherwise. Amanda is an outstanding leader who is compassionate and volun­ teers many hours to help sup­ port families of the company. She is an exemplary army wife." The Dr. Mary E. Walker Award is "presented to an outstanding military spouse office to recognize those who have exhibited an unwavering commitment to conservation. Categories include Sportsman of the Year, Land Conservationist, Water Conservationist, Air Conservationist, Hunter Safety Education Instructor/Organization, Forest Conservationist, Legislator, Environmental Educator, Youth Conservationist, Business Conservationist, among others. Awards are presented at a gala in March, where recipients are presented a statuette and a certificate. For more information or to download a nomina­ tion form, go to http^/www.ncwildlifefederation. org/programs/programfiles/gca.htm. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Sports photographer turns passion into business by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Steve Wright took a life­ long passion and turned it into a business.This past fall, he turned that business into a career. You may have seen him out there, on the sidelines at ball games and at special community events, always with his camera capturing the moment. Wright is a pro­ fessional photographer who has been getting noticed for his work. Wright developed a love for photography as a child, receiving his first camera around age 9. "It was an old Polaroid," he said. "Just take a picture and there you go. The pictures always had this goopy pink stuff on them. When I got it, my parents didn't get any flash cubes for it. A cousin drove me 20 miles to get flash cubes so I could take pictures. I used that for awhile. Then I got into high school and took photography classes. I did black and white photography and developed my own pic­ tures. Before I got married, I bought a Canon AE-1 camera with manual focus. It was re­ ally hard knock school, but you learn a lot that way." These days, Wright is using the latest in digital photogra­ phy and posting his work on his own website. Visit www. stevessportsshots.com and see some dramatically beau­ tiful wildlife photos as well as pictures of local athletes and citizens. "When digital came out, I did research and purchased a 1.2 megapixel early model like a box with a memory card. I used that from about 1997 to 2003 and then pur­ chased a Canon 10D, then went to 20D, which is now my backup camera, and I use a Canon ELS 10 Mark 2N professional camera with 8.2 megapixels with all the accompanying equipment. You've got to have something decent to use, to get good pic­ tures." And his pictures are mag­ nificent. He's captured spec­ tacular nature shots and his photos of the Carolina Pan­ thers would rival any made for Sports Illustrated. He does no less for local teams and youth. Wright said he had been enjoying his photography on an amateur basis until 2003 when his wife LeAnn's sis­ ter in Alaska told them that a photographer there made Photo courtesy of Steve Wright Ashe County photographer Steve Wright captures spectacular shots of the Carolina Panthers, like this one of DeShaun Foster, as a credentialed photographer for a Charlotte magazine. He is also well-known at local sporting events and has branched out into special events photography. great pictures of her daugh­ ter in gymnastics, and LeAnn thought he might do some­ thing like that. "I gave it some thought and decided it might be some­ thing I'd be interested in," he said. "I gave it a lot of thought and then jumped right into it. I purchased the 10D cam­ era and lenses and used that for the sports season. I got a website set up to market the pictures. That has been very helpful. It's a good market­ ing tool and provides parents with something they might never get for themselves with a pull out of your pocket type camera; pictures with closeups of facial expressions and action." Wright said he's had a very good response to the website. "The community is very sup­ portive of me," he said, "and the schools are very coopera­ tive. I take a lot of sporting pictures and try to vary my schedule so I can get to ev­ erybody." Wright is credentialed to photograph college games, NBA and NFL for Street & Smiths magazine in Char­ lotte. He has expanded his sports photography (Steve's Sports Shots) to include spe­ cial events, like the Veterans Day program this fall when General Thomas Metz spoke to the Rotary Club, family portraits, commercial jobs, class reunions and modeling/ pageant work through Steve's High Country Photography. He will have a second web­ site for his non-sports pho­ tography, and each site will have a link to the other. A resident of Jefferson, Wright grew up south of Chi­ cago where he met his wife. They've been married al­ most 25 years and have two children, Kristen and Kyle. LeAnn's parents moved to Ashe County in the 1980s. When Steve and LeAnn vis­ ited, they loved Ashe County and decided it was a better place to raise their children, so they moved here in 1992. Steve worked in Boone for several years for a cable tele­ vision business and spent the past nine years with Skyline service operations. Now he's concentrating on his photog­ raphy and doing day trading on the stock market while he looks at opening a photogra­ phy studio. For more information, check out Wright's website, email swright@stevessportsshot8.com or call 982-8588. DIAMOND CIRCLE PENDANT Breathe... Don't Burn! Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. 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Photos by Linda Burchette Judge Michael Helms administers members of the Board of Education (left to right): Charles King, A.B. Weaver and Dorothy Witherspoon, Ready for winter? Although Blue Ridge Electric works hard to keep the power on for its mem­ bers, severe weather condi­ tions such as high winds, ice or snow can lead to power outages. Should a power outage occur, the fastest way to re­ port an outage to Blue Ridge Electric is through Powerline, the cooperative's auto­ mated outage reporting and account information system. Powerline can be reached by calling: 1-800-448-2383. Blue Ridge Electric is pre­ pared to respond to outages at any time of the night or day. The cooperative's work management center, which monitors the computerized equipment of the electric plant system including sub­ stations and power load, is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 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For mora datallt. please visit www netflu com tor oomphla terms and condHont Nelftx reserves the right to change terms and conditions at «ny lima EMBARQ » not allWahd wlto Netftx or #*s Oder 0 2006 Embarq Holdings Company LLC AH lights reserved The name EMBARQ and the |e< logo are trademarks ol Embarq Hoktngs Company LLC A* other tademarfcs are toe property ol Ihe* respective owners EMB1-06-14M �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 178/ FRIDAV PAGE 4A 2006 DECEMBER 8, Ideas, not Editorial Iraq situation shows money will U.S.'s uniqueness alleviate poverty There are times when a newspaper wishes it had been wrong. That is the case as we look back at the editorials written here in 2003, oppos­ ing the invasion of Iraq. We wish we had been wrong, and that the streets of Baghdad and Basra had been covered with flowers as our troops rolled in—and that a stable democracy was now in place, as the administration so con­ fidently predicted during the lead up to the war. We wish the troops had been out by that first Christmas, as we were promised. But as the Iraq Study Group's dismal report issued this week shows, the opti­ mism of the pre-war days was utterly unjustified. Instead, we face a situation a lot closer to catastrophe than "victory," whatever that now means. For our troops on the ground right now, it probably means simply getting home alive. What it originally meant was transplanting our sys­ tem of government to Iraq. If there is one lesson we should learn as we strug­ gle to emerge from the Iraq debacle, it is that the United States is truly unique. Franchise operators and chain store owners have mastered the art of creating a restaurant or big box store, and are able to replicate them at will wherever they choose. To use McDonald's as an example, there is a model that allows that company to open a successful restau­ rant here—or in Beijing or Calcutta, with a few tweaks. The neoconservatives who pushed for the inva­ sion of Iraq did so with the apparent expectation that we could document democ­ racy in the same way as a restaurant, and simply set up one wherever we decided. Iraq, it would appear, was a test case—if democracy could work there, the model could function anywhere. What these optimists failed to appreciate is the incredible complexity of our seemingly "simple" system of democracy. Start with the balance of powers: take three branches of government and set them up to balance each other. They have to oppose each other enough to prevent one branch from dominating, but not enough to trigger a civil war or coups. Sounds easy? Not according to his­ tory. Then you have to take the military, who have destroyed so many other democracies, and put them under strict civilian control—and make it stick, even when a charis­ matic general comes along. The government has to be able to be strong enough to transform an Eisenhower into a president—or fire an out-of-control officer like Douglas McArthur. Add to this the challenges of people having free ideas on every topic from politics to religion to sports, and you begin to get an idea of the complexity of what we take for granted in this nation. II you stop and think about it much, it is not only amazing it works, but that it all works so well and has worked so long. One key to making this all work which we cannot replicate elsewhere .is that the United States has always been a place where people ultimately left behind the baggage they brought with them from other countries. Just look at our county as an example. People of English ancestry (such as Weavers, Bares and many others) live next door to people of Scottish ancestry (McNeills and Hamiltons, for exam­ ple) and never think that their ancestors raided each other for centuries. Those of French and German ances­ try mingle, unmindful of the wars that raged between their ancestors—wars that were old when Julius Caesar was born. The list could be continued. All of which is to say that it takes Americans to real­ ly produce America. And it takes freedom to turn those English, Scottish, French, German, Hispanic, Latino, Irish, Eastern European, Asian, and African people into Americans. Hopefully, Iraq can still find its way to freedom—on Iraqi terms. But our nation— like all nations—will remain unique in all its strengths, and weaknesses as well. We remain too great and too complex a package to make copies at will. Member: (USPS 441-810) N.C. Press Association Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Ellis Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2006 by Jefferson limes Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. (Editor's note: We recently received the opportunity to publish this speech by Philip Emeagwali, a Nigerian scien­ tist. This address was given at the University of Alberta in Canada. While much of this relates to his native Africa, Emeagwali's comments on ideas, we believe, have consid­ erable relevance to all areas of the world, and are worthy of consideration in our region.) I once believed that capital was another word for money, the accumulated wealth of a picture, right-brain thinking, country or its people. Surely, I e r a ge d ideas during Islam's golden creativity; innovation; and thought, wealth isdetermined age of science. To this day we to export wisdom. It was his wisdom to by the money or property in knowl­ computer scientists honor add a camel to make the to­ one's possession. Then I saw edge and Al-Khwarizmi when we use a Deutsche Bank advertise­ the word algorithm, which is tal 18 and still get his camel i d e a s . ment in the Wall Street Jour­ Africa's our attempt to pronounce his back. Prime numbers are to nal that proclaimed: "Ideas primary name. whole numbers what the are capital. The rest is just One day, Al-Khwarizmi was strat­ laws of physics are to phys­ money." for riding a camel laden down egy ics. Twenty years ago, I used I was struck by the sim­ poverty with algebraic manuscripts an Al-Khwarizmi approach to plicity of such an eloquent allevia­ to the holy city of Mecca. He and forceful idea. I started saw three young men crying solve a notoriously difficult tion is to problem in physics. I added imagining what such power Philip Emeagwali gain debt at an oasis. meant for Africa. The poten­ "My children, why are you inertial force, which enabled r e l i e f , me to reformulate Newton's tial for progress and poverty foreign crying?" he enquired. alleviation in Africa relies on assistance, and investments "Our father, upon his Second Law of Motion first as capital generated from the from western nations. Pover­ death, instructed us to divide 18 equations and algorithms, and then as 24 million alge­ power within our minds, not ty alleviation means looking his 17 camels as follows: from our ability to pick min­ beyond 100 percent literacy To my oldest son I leave braic equations. Finally, I pro­ erals from the ground or seek and aiming for 100 percent half of my camels, my second grammed 65,000 "electronic debt relief and foreign assis­ numeracy, the prerequisite son shall have one-third of brains" called processors to work as one to solve those 24 tance. for increasing our technologi­ my camels, and my youngest If ideas are capital, why cal intellectual capital. Yet, in son is to have one-ninth of my million equations at a speed of 3.1 billion calculations per is Africa investing more on this age of information and camels.'" things than on information, globalization when poverty "What, then, is your prob­ second. Like Al-Khwarizmi, I and more on the military alleviation should result in lem?" Al-Khwarizmi asked. than on education? Suddenly, producing valuable products "We have been to school derived my 18 equations I realized what this idea could for the global market and and learned that 17 is a prime through out-of-the-box think­ mean for Africa. If the pen is competing with Asia, the number that is, divisible only ing in an in-the-box world, metaphorical mightier than the sword, why United States, and Europe — by one and itself and cannot adding my does a general earn more than shamefully, diamonds found be divided by two or three or camel: inertial force. In other the work of a hundred w riters in Africa are polished in Eu­ nine. Since we love our cam­ words, I applied wisdom to combined? If ideas are indeed rope and re-sold to Africans. els, we cannot divide them known knowledge to gener­ capital, then Africa should ate intellectual capital. The intellectual capital exactly," they answered. Unless Africa significantly stem its brain drain and needed to produce products Al-Khwarizmi thought for promote the African Renais­ and services will lead to the a while and asked, "Will it increases its intellectual capi­ sance, which will lead to the path of poverty alleviation. help if I offer my camel and tal, the continent will remain rebirth of the continent. After Intellectual capital, defined make the total 18?" irrelevant in the 21st cen­ tury and even beyond. Africa all, a renaissance is a rebirth as the collective knowledge of "No, no, no," they cried. of ideas. And knowledge and the people, increases produc­ "You are on your way to needs innovators, producers ideas are the engines that tivity. The latter — by driv­ Mecca, and you need your of knowledge, and wise men drive economic growth. and women who can discover, ing economic growth — al­ camel." When African men and leviates poverty, always and "Go ahead, have my cam­ propose, and then implement women of ideas, who will give everywhere, even in Africa. el, and divide the 18 camels progressive ideas. Africa's fate birth to new ideas, have fled Productivity is the engine amongst yourselves," he said, lies in the hands of Africans to Europe and the United that drives global economic smiling. and the solution to poverty States, then the so-called Af­ growth. So the eldest took one-half must come from its people. rican Renaissance cannot oc­ Those who create new of 18 — or nine camels. The The future that lies ahead of cur in Africa. It can only oc­ knowledge are producing second took one-third of 18 Africa is for Africa to create, cur in Paris, London and New wealth, while those who con­ — or six camels. The young­ after the people have out­ York. There are more Souk- sume it are producing pover­ est took one-ninth of 18 — or lined their vision. We owe it ous musicians in Paris, than ty. If you attend a Wole Soy- two camels. After the divi­ to our children to build a firm in Kinshasha; more African inka's production of Chinua sion, one camel was left: Al- foundation to enable them go professional soccer players Achebe's "Things Fall Apart," Khwarizmi's camel, as the to­ places we only dreamt. For in Europe, than in Africa. you consume the knowledge tal number of camels divided Africa to take center stage in African literature is more at produced by Soyinka and among the sons (nine plus six today's economic world, we home abroad than it is in Af­ Achebe as well as the actor's plus two) equaled 17. have to go out and compete on rica. In other words, Africans production, much like I con­ Then Al-Khwarizmi asked, a global basis. There is simply in Europe are alleviating pov­ sume the knowledge and "Now, can I have my camel no other way to succeed. erty in Europe, not in Africa. production of Bob Marley's back?" Until the men and women through his songs. These young men had in­ Philip Emeagwali was of ideas — the true healers We will need wisdom, formation about prime num­ voted history's greatest scien­ of Africa — start returning that which turns too much bers, but they lacked the wis­ tist of African descent — and home, the African Renais­ information — or informa­ dom to use the information the 35th greatest African of sance and poverty alleviation tion overload — into focused effectively. It is the manipula­ all time — in a survey for the will remain empty slogans. power, not only to process, tion of information to accom­ September 2004 issue of the After all, the brightest ideas but also to evaluate the over­ plish seemingly impossible London-based New African are generated and harnessed whelming amount of informa­ purposes that defines true magazine. He won the 1989 by men of ideas. tion available on the Internet. wisdom. Gordon Bell Prize, the Nobel The first annual report This wisdom will give us the Today, we have ten billion Prize of supercomputing. To by J.P. Morgan Chase, a firm competitive edge and enable pages of information posted view the video recordings of with assets of 1.3 trillion dol­ us to find creative solutions. on the Internet — more than his speeches, visit emeagwali. lars, reads: "The power of in­ The following story il­ enough to keep us busy the com. tellectual capital is the abil­ lustrates the difference be­ rest of our lives, and new ity to breed ideas that ignite tween information and wis­ information is being added value." This quote is a clarion dom. Twelve hundred years daily. More information has call to African leaders to shift ago, in the city of Baghdad, been created in the last 100 purposefully and deliberately lived a genius named Al-Kh- years than in all of the previ­ from a focus on things to a warizmi, who was one of the ous 100,000 years combined. The editorial page of the focus on information; from fathers of algebra. In fact, We need the wisdom to sift exporting natural resources the word algebra comes from Jefferson Post is available, through and convert these to exporting knowledge and the title of his book Al-jabr, billions of pages into informa­ free of charge, for readers ideas; and from being a con­ which for centuries was the tion riches. to express their views. All sumer of technology to becom­ standard mathematics text­ The genius of Al-Khwariz­ it takes is a letter to the ing a producer of technology. book. Al-Khwarizmi taught mi was not in his mathemati­ editor. The subject of the For Africa, poverty will be in an institution of learning cal wizardry or even his book letters should be a matter reduced when intellectual called the House of Wisdom, knowledge: It was in his expe­ of community interest and capital is increased and lev- which was the center of new riential knowledge — his bigshould be limited to 700 Express your views Contact your representatives Washington Senate SDB 40-C Washington, DC, NC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3154 Sen. Elizabeth Dole 120 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 Sen. Richard Burr Dirksen Senate Office Building House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx 503 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 phone: 202-225-2071 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson® jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2006 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT High Country Youth Ministries to present 6A Sweet Taste of Christmas' fundraiser The location has changed for "A Sweet Taste of Christmas" fundraiser for High Country Youth Ministries. The event will be held at the recently renovated build­ ing beside Parkway Theater in down­ town West Jefferson on Saturday, Dec. 9 beginning at 11:30 a.m. "A Sweet Taste of Christmas" includes a silent auction and bake sale through­ out the event with such items as a ham, gift baskets, gift certificates, handmade quilt and afghan, and artwork from Ste­ phen Shoemaker, R.T. Morgan, Raney Rogers, Bob Timberlake, and Lori Hall, and much more. There will be desserts, coffee, and ciders all day. Bids will be taken on the items and at 6 p.m. Auc­ tioneer Russell Killen (NCAL 4234) will finish the selling with an auction. All proceeds will go to High Country Youth Ministries and will help to bring Christian programs and special events to the High Country. High Country Youth Ministries, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization that supports local youth by presenting God's love through out­ reach, service, support, and innovative events and activities. The first event held by HCYM was Post file photo This classic artwork by Stephen Shoemaker is among the items donat­ ed for the upcoming High Country Youth Ministries fundraiser. the free Hyper Static Union concert this past August. Hyper Static Union, a Christian rock band, was first discov­ ered by Third Day when mutual friends on the West Coast shared HSUs early demos with the Grammy-winning band. High Country Youth Ministries was or­ ganized in the spring of this year. Up­ coming events being planned by HCYM include sponsoring an Ashe Youth Talent Search Night on Jan. 13 at Ashe County High School Auditorium. The event will begin at 5 p.m. and end at 9 p.m. If any­ one is interested in performing, contact Randy Rhodes at 384-2831 or 977-1121. A concert is being planned for March 3 featuring DecemberRadio and Seventh Day Slumber. If anyone would like to bake an item, donate an item for "A Sweet Taste of Christmas" or would like more infor­ mation, visit www.highcountryyouthministries.com or call Kristi Lewis at 384-9300 or Michelle Graybeal at 8460432. Absentee bids can also be made by visiting the website and emailing a bid with name, address and phone number for verification or by calling one of the above numbers. Commission continued from front page to be a voice for the agricul­ tural community to preserve farmland, and the county's program in that area is tops in the state. "Without the agricultural community and an interest in the land, we're just going to be full of hous­ es," he said. "We need to keep this versus becoming a highly developed county." He said he had hoped to help initiate a county water system, but the effort failed in Warrensville. Good things have happened in economic development, and the commission, he said, should allow the planning board to do good work for the future and promote land use management. Price thanked the voters who elected him to serve and the county staff for always taking care of the board with refreshments, particularly a strawberry shortcake he re­ membered from the spring. "The government has got­ ten on a merry-go-round of taxes we will never get off of, and it appears to be picking up momentum so I encourage the new board to remember that smaller government is better government," he said. "The government should fear the people, not the people fear the government." Blackburn commended both commissioners for their work saying they had prin­ ciples they were willing to stand by in making deci­ sions with the best interest of the county in mind, and he wished them the best in the future. Poe congratulated Calhoun and Price for their service. Award the former chairman. "I ap­ preciate how much help he's been to me the last four years and I hope he will continue to be with his council," he said. To the board he said, "I ap­ preciate your confidence in electing me as chairman of this board. I have not sought after it, and I will do the job to the best of my ability." In being elected vice-chair­ man, Barber said he looks forward to serving and catch­ ing up with the others on the board. Gambill said he has worked with the county staff through the planning board, and he looks forward to serv­ ing on the commission. The board also re-elected John Kilby as county attor­ ney and Ann Clark as county clerk. continued from front page there is a major need to im­ prove science and mathemat­ ics teaching, as China and other nations are overtaking us in the key areas of tech­ nology and innovation. "I believe the largest con­ tribution we can make is to provide for the education of our youth," Basnight said. "We have replaced the old plants in our state with ones that are run by knowledge. To continue to do this, we must produce a better and smarter workforce than we have today." Goss added, "I agree with Sen. Basnight. It all comes down to education." Basnight and Goss both welcomed comments from the floor. County Manager Dan McMillan spoke in favor of moving up the 221 widen­ ing. "We feel we have waited and that this should be our turn," he said. Reflecting on how Ashe supported the regionwide effort to widen U.S. 421, McMillan said he hoped other counties would back this project. Chris Robinson, director of the Ashe Center of Wilkes Community College, outlined plans for the Advanced Ma­ terials Cluster in the north­ west, and Basnight and Goss indicated their strong sup­ port for that project. Basnight praised Goss in his comments. After saying he found him to be very able and intelligent, Basnight said, "You've done good." Change continued from front page much enjoys serving on the board and has done his home­ work on the issues and plans to continue that. "I hope we can go forward on a non-par­ tisan basis and totally work together to make Ashe Coun­ ty a better place for all," he said. Judge Helms said he ap­ preciated those comments because he also believes in a non-partisan government, and it takes a strong person, he said, to stand up for good government. Barber said he looks for­ ward to working with the other commissioners and will do his best to lead the county in a positive direction. "My mom asked me this morning if I feel terribly re­ sponsible now, and I said yes," said Gambill, who has been serving the county on its planning board. "I will do my best to serve and do my duty for the people of the county." Board of Education Mem­ ber Charles King said he feels education in Ashe County is going in a good direction. "1 ask your support to keep it going and always improve," he said. Board of Education Mem­ ber Dorothy Witherspoon said, "This is a privilege to come and say thank you' to the voters. This is my third term. And I appreciate Su­ perintendent Donnie John­ son. He is a good superinten­ dent." She also thanked her husband for working with her on coordinating their calen­ dars. "I feel like this is Sun­ day morning and we need to stand up here and pray," she said. "I am thankful for our schools here in Ashe County. They're the best as far as I'm concerned." Soil and Water board mem­ ber John Walters said he has been pleased to serve the dis­ trict the past three years as an appointed member. "We all have a responsibility to help preserve our water and natu­ ral resources," he said. "We all need to strive to be good stewards." Thomas Barlow is a new member for the Soil and Wa­ ter board and said, "This is new to me and I look forward to serving. I will strive to do my best." Boards continual from front page for demonstrating dedicatee! and exemplary volunteerism that improved the quality of life for soldiers and their families." According to informa­ tion from the U.S. Army, "Dr. Mary E. Walker is the only woman in the United States history to receive the Medal of Honor. She became one of the first women physicians in the country in 1855. At the outbreak of war in 1861, Dr. Walker was denied a com­ mission as an Army surgeon because of her gender. She served as an unpaid volun­ teer in Washington, in vari­ ous military camps, and in a hospital for Indiana troops. She was instrumental in es­ tablishing an organization which aided needy women who came to Washington to visit wounded relatives. She served as a field surgeon on a volunteer basis, rendering assistance at tent hospitals in Virginia. She was eventu­ ally appointed as an assistant surgeon and assigned to the 52nd Ohio Regiment. With im­ mense courage and bravery rarely matched, Dr. Walker demonstrated her dedica­ tion to the American cause at "We have not always agreed," she said, "but we always talk­ ed about things and I learned a lot from them about how to run the county." She wel­ comed the new members and said that since the commis­ sioners are all elected by the whole county, they should serve the whole county. Larry Rhodes said he hoped Calhoun and Price would continue to offer their advice to the board and par­ ticipate. "We may have re­ moved them from the board as of the election," he said, "but we won't remove the wisdom from their heads so I hope they will continue to offer us the benefit of their experience." Upon being elected chair­ man, Blackburn praised Rhodes for his leadership as Basnight continued from front page greif per^onaf risk. Slie con-1 sistently discounted personal injuries and great hardships to care for others. She was captured and held a prisoner of war for four months before being freed in a prisoner ex­ change. Through her actions, Dr. Mary E. Walker set the standards for helping to im­ prove soldiers' quality of life for generations." (Association of the United States Army at www.ausa.org) The Medal of Honor was signed into law in July 1862 as an award "to such non­ commissioned officers and privates as shall most dis­ tinguish themselves by their gallantry in action, and other soldier like qualities, during the present insurrection." More than 3,400 men, and one woman, Dr. Mary E. Walker, have received the Medal of Honor for heroic actions in the nation's battles since that time. (www.medalofhonor. com) "We're very excited about it," said Jim Barlow, Aman­ da's father-in-law. "This is something we weren't aware of." He and his wife, Kathy, plan to attend the ceremony at Fort Bragg on Monday. Looking for the LAY-A-WAY Counter? LOOK NO FURTHER! Commission Chairman Richard Blackburn said he believed the request for a moratorium on development in the county's floodplains could be discussed during the joint meeting between the commission and planning board. His motion for this issue to be discussed at the joint meeting received unani­ mous approval. McMillan said the com­ missioners and planning board are looking at dates for the joint meeting, and it may take place prior to one of their regular meetings in January. WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER . 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Commandment 11 found­ ers, Scott Jacobs and Philip Robinson, write most of the songs you will hear them sing, and it is obvious to anyone listening for long that they strive to present fresh mate­ rial that ministers the rel­ evance of God's word; songs written from time spent walk­ years on the road in music ministry, I have always hoped and prayed that the Lord would raise up young men to keep the Gospel of Jesus alive in the generations to follow, through great Chris­ tian music," says Neil Enloe, Dove-award winning singer and songwriter. "Command­ ment 11 is such a group and I couldn't be more delighted to recommend their ministry." For more information, call Baldwin Community Church at 877-9075. , -- The Bethany Methodist Church Handbell Choir t h e Ding a Lings will present a concert of Christmas music on Sunday evening Dec at p m in the church sanctuary Sacred and secular holiday favorites will be presented on four octaves of handbells three octaves of handchimes The con , , . 10 7 . . . , . ­ cert will feature special accompaniments piano , organ , , whistle, and psaltry. The choir under the direction of Jane Lonon and the concert free and open to the public . with is flute is Ding a Lings to ring - - Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Comer of Fa*-Roland & McNeil Sis • Jefferson <88 West - Left on McNeil. One Block) Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School • 9:30-10:15 am. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Sorris 246-2979 1460 Bald Mtn. 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St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church * North Beaver Baptist "Loves you and wants you Chrisl Centered Leading the lost to Christ with Love Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community Releasing others to continue on _ We would love to have you come worship with us. Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come Sunday School - 94)0 u m. Sunday Worship Services • 10:00 a m. Sunday Evening Services • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. A Worship at, 11:00 a.m. | ' FSunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Ml. Jefferson Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Puglt 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Crumple r. NC Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church Kdjtffersun, NC Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Pastor: Kevin Morgan Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcjime! 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Insurance Com­ missioner Jim Long wants to remind North Carolinians to stay safe this holiday season. "It's the time of when peo­ ple start rushing around get­ ting ready for the holidays, and there's so much to get done that often people tend to forget about safety," said Commissioner Long. "Even though safety may not be at the top of your holiday to-do list, it's an important step that can save your life." In an effort to get the im­ portance of holiday safety across to North Carolinians, the Department of Insurance, Office of State Fire Marshal partnered with the Raleigh Fire Department for a safety demonstration in Raleigh on Nov. 28. Firefighters ignited a Christmas tree to show how easily and quickly a tree can burn if not kept watered and/or treated with a special flame-retardant spray. "We've found that we can tell people how to be safer and what the risks are, but showing the public what can happen real­ ly drives the messages home," dles. Dried-out trees are highly flammable and should not be left in a house or garage, or placed against the house. • Display the tree at least three feet away from any heat source, such as fire­ places and radiators. Never use lit candles as tree decorations. • When pur­ w v"' chasing an artificial tree, be sure it is la­ beled as fire-retardant. • Treat natu­ ral trees with flameretardant spray to IK prevent them from ig­ niting. Lighting Safety • Always un­ 1 plug holiday lights be­ fore leaving home or w* • » • going to bed. • Follow the manufacturer's in­ structions on how to Photos courtesy of the N.C. Department of Insurance use holiday lights. These photos, taken moments apart, show why care is needed in decorating your home. For example, use only lights specified for said Raleigh Fire Chief Larry Christmas Tree Safety designed not to tip over. outdoor use when decorating Stanford. [See accompanying • After choosing a nat­ • Water natural outside. photos from the event] ural tree, trim one inch from Christmas trees daily to • Do not use any string To stay safe this holiday the tree's trunk to ensure keep them from drying out, of lights that has worn, frayed season, remember these safe­ water is reaching the tree. and safely dispose of the tree or broken cords or loose bulb ty tips: Choose a sturdy tree stand when it begins dropping nee­ connections. • w.- • Connect no more than three strands of push-in bulbs and a maximum of 50 bulbs for screw-in bulbs. • Keep children and pets away from light strings and electrical decorations. Candle Safety • Never leave a burn­ ing candle unattended. • Have working smoke alarms in your home. • Store matches, light­ ers and candles away from children's reach. • Keep candles away from anything that can burn including curtains, blinds, wallpaper, clothing or any other material that can catch fire. • Don't place lit can­ dles in windows or near doorways where drafts could bring combustibles in contact with the flame. • Use sturdy candle holders and place them on a solid, uncluttered surface away from edges where they could be tipped over. • Use flashlights and battery-powered lighting during power outages. • Never leave a child unattended in a room with a burning candle and don't allow children or teens to burn candles in their bed­ rooms. Burr hails bill to help HIV/AIDS victims WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Richard Buntoday thanked his Senate colleagues for putting aside differences and passing H.R. 6143, the Ryan White CARE Act Reauthorization legisla­ tion. The bill will provide more equitable distribution of Ryan White CARE Act funds to states with elevated rates of new HIV/AIDS infec­ tions, including North Caro­ lina. The Ryan White CARE Act was initiated in 1990 to provide treatment and care for individuals suffering from HIV/AIDS who are in the greatest need of assis­ tance. The Reauthorization legislation would provide more equitable distribution of CARE Act funds to emerg­ ing HIV/AIDS populations. Currently, Southern states, Post file photo Sen. Richard Burr which account for a majority of HIV/AIDS cases in the na­ tion, are being shortchanged in CARE Act funding. "It is unacceptable that North Carolina's waiting list for the AIDS Drug As­ sistance Program has been close to 1,000 patients in recent years," Burr said. "Redistributing Ryan White funds will ensure residents of North Carolina living with HIV/AIDS will have better access to the medica­ tions and treatments they need to live. I am so pleased we were able to find a way to pass this bill. Thousands of patients need this funding." North Carolina has ap­ proximately 18,900 people living with HIV or AIDS. In 2004, 66.7% of people living with AIDS in North Carolina Flu shot clinic planned were African Americans, the 5th highest rate in the na­ tion. North Carolina cur­ rently ranks 14th among states with the greatest number of AIDS cases in the nation. The South has been par­ ticularly hard hit by the dis­ ease in recent years, with seven of the nation's 10 high­ est AIDS rates located in the region. Most of the growth is occurring in the African American population, espe­ cially among African Ameri­ can women. The Centers for not already done so to be so people still have time to immunized against the flu," get their vaccine," said Deb­ said Beth Rowe-West, Head bie Edwards, Nursing Su­ of the Immunization Branch. pervisor of the Ashe County "Getting vaccinated is the Health Department. Cost of the vaccine is $31 single best way for people to protect not only themselves per shot. Medicare, Medic­ against flu, but their loved aid, NC Health Choice and cash will be accepted. For ones as well." "People tend to lose in­ more information about in­ terest in getting a flu vacci­ fluenza and influenza vac­ nation after Thanksgiving. cine contact the Ashe County However, in North Carolina, Health Department at (336) flu activity typically does not 246-9449 or visit www.impeak until February or later, munizenc.com. recognized that this issue is about saving lives and ensur­ ing all HIV/AIDS patients get the care they need." This bill reauthorizes the Ryan White CARE Act for three years and Senator Burr looks forward to improving the program so North Caro­ linians living with HIV or AIDS will receive the best assistance possible through the CARE Act. Senator Burr is a member of the Senate Health, Edu­ cation, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee. ttEGAL CINEMAS • ASHE COUNTY HISTORY * P»ss I Discount Ticket Restrictions Apply QIFT CARDS NOW Oft SALE! REGAL 7 828-262-3800 800-FANDANGO 254* 210 New Merkot St Center Adv. n* oo Set*NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM (PG) * Adv. Thi on SeteCHARLOTTE'S WEB (G) * UNACCOMPANIED MINORS (PG) 010 Fn (440) 735 955 Sat I Sun. (140)440 735 955 THE HOUDAY (PG-13) 0KJ Fit (345) 705 1010 Sat 8 Son. (1245) 345 705 1010 APOCALYPTO (R) • ID REQ'D mo Fn (355) 715 1020 The Ashe County Health apartment will be holding flu shot clinic on Thursday, ;c. 14 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. id 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Ashe )unty Health Department, .3 McConnell Street, Jefrson, NC. The North Carolina Imunization Branch and Ashe sunty Health Department e recommending that peoe get vaccinated against ie flu. "We would like to icourage everyone who has Disease Control and Preven­ tion estimates about 40,000 people in the United States become infected with HIV each year, and more than 1 million Americans cur­ rently have HIV/AIDS. Over 500,000 Americans have died as a result of AIDS. "I strongly believe people suffering from HIV/AIDS, no matter where they live, should get proper medica­ tions in order to improve their health and quality of life," Burr said. "1 am pleased my colleagues in the Senate Sat ft Sun. (1255) 355 715 1020 THE NATIVITY STORY (PG) 0(0 Fit (430) 725 950 Sat ft Sun. (130)430 725 950 DEJAVU (PG-13) 010 Ft. (410) 720 1015 Sal ft Sun (110)410 720 1015 CASINO ROYALE (PG-13) DtO Fn (400) 655 1000 Sat ft Sun (100)400 655 1000 HAPPY FEET (PG) 010 ~ GREAT GIFT! '1799: North Carolina's Northwest Frontier' (1750-1865) by Rufus Myers Call 336-846-3994 or 846-6321 Free Brochure or mail $30 to P.O. 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This past semester stu­ dents have 3een or been a part of the following programs. •Atlantic Coast Theatre performing Rockin' Red Rid­ ing Hood at Blue Ride El­ ementary, Mountain View Elementary and Westwood Elementary and Legend of King Arthur for Ashe County Middle School •Chapter Six performed at the Ashe County High School • Kiev Symphony Orches­ tra and Chorus performed at the Ashe County High School •Mike Wiley Productions performing Jackie Robinson at the Ashe County Middle School •Lloyd Arneach present­ ing Native American stories for 4th grade students at Blue Ridge Elementary and Moun­ tain View Elementary •Molasses Creek per­ formed at Blue Ridge Ele­ mentary, Westwood Elemen­ tary and Ashe County High School •Missoula Children's The­ atre: Over sixty students from all six schools partici­ pated in this event. • Hunt Family Fiddlers performed for 4-6 grade stu­ dents from Mountain View Elementary •Elliot Engel presented two lectures at the Ashe County High School •Bella Luna Theatre pre­ sented Just Kidding, a play about harassment at the Ashe County Middle School •Open Dream Ensemble presented The Amazing Ad­ venture of Anna Marie at Blue Ridge Elementary and Westwood Elementary •Sanders Family Christ­ mas acting ensemble con­ ducted a master class with theatre and chorus students from the Ashe County High School •Solazo performed at Westwood Elementary and Ashe County High School •Timmy Abell performed at Blue Ridge Elementary, Mountain View Elementary and Westwood Elementary The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to continue its long standing partnership with the Ashe County Schools in providing arts education programs that support and enhance the already strong arts curriculum and art edu­ cators in our schools. Funding for programs was, in part, provided by a TouringPresenting Program Series grant from the North Caro­ lina Arts Council, an agency funded by the State of North Sparta crafts fair Video Featuring Starz & Fncore Carolina. Additional support was provided by The West­ ern Arts Agencies of North Carolina. These programs are sponsored locally by the Ashe County Arts Council and the Ashe County Schools. For more information please call 336-846-ARTS. We're Decking The Halls, Crafters and choose and ing. Many of the crafters return cut tree farms add to the Christmas hustle and bustle year after year, but one of the in Sparta this Saturday, Dec. newest vendors is a home­ 2. The first Saturday in De­ grown 4-H Club, the Nifty cember is always a big day for Needles, who will be selling choose-and-cut farms and the a selection of handbags made annual Chamber-sponsored from pants, primarily blue Christmas Crafts Fair only jeans. Made from the upper contribute to the holiday air. portion of trousers, they call Beginning at 9 a.m. and run­ their creations dans le sac — ning until 4:30 p.m., some 25 French for "In the bag." vendors will be on hand for in­ "I'm happy to see young dividuals shopping for Christ­ people develop craft skills," mas gifts as well as those look­ Bamberg continued. "Sewing ing for something unique and was once a necessity of daily handmade for themselves. The community life. Although that event is held at the Emerson is no longer true, these young Black Building at the County people help ensure that the Fairgrounds. skill continues and blooms as "We have a good mix of craft part of our heritage." vendors that are slated to at­ The Craft Fair is held at tend," Bob Bamberg, Chamber the fairgrounds on US 21, director, said. "From pottery, 1.5 miles north of Sparta. For hand-woven baskets and jew­ more information about Sat­ elry to woodwork, heirloom urday's craft fair and choose children's clothing and tooled and cut activities, go to Sparleather, Ivm! pleased with the ta-NC.com/choose or call the variety we have managed to Chamber at 336-372-5473 or squeeze into the Black Build­ 800-372-5473 (toll-free). Digital One Star Pak Photo courtesy of Ashe County Arts Council Rockin' Red Riding Hood, as presented this year at Blue Ridge Elementary. So Come One, Come All Customer Appreciation Day Thursday, Dec. 14th - 9:00am to 4:00pm Christmas Treats & Refreshments (fruit & vegetable trays, cheese balls, candy & morel) To thank our customers and celebrate the season, Yadkin Valley Bank is having a Holiday Open House complete with free food and holiday treats at our three Ashe County offices. Even if you're not a customer, you're invited to stop by, enjoy the day and find out how our small bank can make a big difference for you! 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Our commit­ ment to success must remain steadfast, and we must also continue to adapt to emerg­ ing obstacles and stand firm in our resolve to accept noth­ ing but victory. Reflecting on our accom­ plishments and our disap­ pointments should cause us to think about our political structure and the unique po­ sition we have in the world. Americans live in the great­ est country in the world where political power can shift without violence unlike in some other countries, and where our government will transition and operate with- Post file photo U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx out any disruption. Our Con­ stitution which has served us well for over 200 years be­ gins "We The People." These three words embody our re­ spect for the power of the people, the reason why we have been successful in the seamless transition of power in our government. We hope this principle will become the norm in countries all over the world. Americans have inher­ ent rights which are not giv­ en to us by the government; rather the government is established by the people to protect our rights. Republicans recognize and believe that Americans know how better to spend their money than the government, and we put that philosophy into effect by pushing policies to promote economic growth, small business expansion, pension reform, fiscal ac­ countability and tax relief across the board. Cutting taxes does not mean taking money from the government; it means allowing individu­ als to keep more of their hard earned money and spend as they see fit. Tax relief and spending restraint are the major reasons that our econ­ omy has done so well. Some excellent economic conditions that have resulted along with a few other no­ table accomplishments of the Republican led 109th Con­ gress include: • 4.4 percent unem­ ployment, the lowest rate in more than five years; •Tax relief across the board for all Americans; •470,000 jobs created in the last three months, with a total of 6.8 million jobs cre­ ated since 2003, totaling 38 straight months of job cre­ ation; •Average Hourly Wage has increased by 0.04% and Real Wages have grown 2.4 per­ cent in the last year, a rate that far exceeds the growth rate in the '90s; •Home ownership climbed this quarter to a high of 69%; •The federal deficit has been cut in half three years ahead of schedule; •Sweeping pension re­ forms combined with a ro­ bust stock market leading to growing 401 (k) plans, college savings plans and greater personal financial security for millions of Americans; •Earmark reform, fiscal transparency and passage of the line item veto to allow the President to cut wasteful/un­ necessary spending. Additionally, the 109th Congress accomplished a number of other goals over the past two years. We have taken steps to secure our bor­ ders and provide the Admin­ istration, intelligence com­ munity and our troops the resources they need to fight terrorism effectively. There is a correlation between freedom and economic suc­ cess and our country proves it every day. Even if people do not always verbalize it, most Americans understand this relationship and believe that freedom is a right of all people. As we go from a Congress led by Republicans to one led by Democrats, my hope is that we will continue the policies which have helped us create a strong and vibrant economy and that we will continue to focus on defending our nation from security threats. Pro­ tecting our nation's security is the number one priority of federal government officials; we must continue to secure our borders, confront nuclear proliferation in rogue nations, defeat terrorism and continue to pursue policies which will ensure that we maintain our freedom and way of life. This is the greatest nation in the world and we must continue to work tirelessly to defend it. Editor's Note: Virginia Foxx is a United States Rep­ resentative from North Car­ olina's Fifth Congressional District. You may contact her office toll free at 1-866-6778968 or e-mail her from her website, www.foxx.house.gov. New seatbelt law now in effect RALEIGH — The Gover­ nors Highway Safety Pro­ gram reminds motorists that the Seat Belt Use Enhance­ ment Act (Senate Bill 774) goes into effect tomorrow, re­ quiring all motor vehicle pas­ sengers to wear Bafety belts. The penalty for violating the law is a $10 fine. Violators will receive warnings until July 1, 2007. People with a medical or physical condition that pre­ vents them from being able to wear a safety belt as well as people in delivery and agricul­ tural vehicles are exempt. A study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety found that drivers who are buckled have five times the risk of dying in a collision if rear seat passengers are not buckled. The study also found that 80 percent of the deaths from crashes could have been prevented if the rear seat oc­ cupants had been buckled. The law was recommended by North Carolina's Executive Committee for Highway Safe­ ty, which was established by the N.C. Department ofTransportation in April 2003 to re­ duce the number and severity of traffic crashes and injuries on the state's highways. The committee continues to iden­ tify, prioritize, and promote highway safety initiatives in an effort to save lives and re­ duce injuries. The text of the law can be found at the N.C. General As­ sembly Web site at www.ncga. state.nc.us. Give yourself the gift of love this holiday season by Maria Cilley ("FlyLady") Special to the Post Love is a word that is very deceptive maybe even illusive if we look at it as a noun. It is not something that we can buy and hold in our hands, it is a word that is filled with ac­ tion. Love is a verb. This word is not just a feeling it is a do­ ing. For years all I ever wanted was to feel loved. That did not happen because I was looking for love in all the wrong plac­ es; as the song sayatfl Mifcfrd going to find this love coming at me and surrounding me as a fog. I was not going to feel this love from other people. I was searching so hard for this love that I never dreamed that it was hiding right inside of me. The reason we have a hard time finding this love is that the clutter we have in our heads is standing in the way. When we can address this most personal of our Body Clutter we will begin finding what we are looking for. Men and women equate love much differently. For a man to show love he often rer veals it in actions; checking our tires, changing the oil, he is doing something. He may not be good at sentimental cards and flowers which is how we women equate love. This is why we need to look at the various ways that love is done. How do you love your children? You feed them, dress them, bathe them, and do things for them. We do the same thing for the critters in our lives. We scratch their ears and rub their bellies. Robert explained this to me this morning. Last year our hound dog Lucy died and we got another sweet hound dog. He said that he could sit in his chair and think about how much he loves this new dog or he could get up and go over and pet her. Then he would be loving on her and she would feel his love for her. It would not be a passive experience just for him but a shared event for both of them. Then he turned this around. He said when we are loving ourselves we are the giver and the recipient at the same time. That is when he headed out the door to play in the woods. This is one thing that he loves to do. When you are doing things that you love; you are loving yourself. With our FLYing way of life we only surround ourselves with things we love. We turn chores into blessings and release the stress from our lives by using routines to put us on autopi­ lot. These are all forms of love but in our female definition of love this is just stuff we have to do. We have to find ways to show ourselves love the way we understand it and will recognize it as love. But since* we are doing it for ourselves we just don't accept it in the same way we would if it came from someone else. This is why we have a new Pamper­ ing habit for December. These are little things that we can do each day to pamper ourselves. They can be anything that you can think of to do something nice for you. You can snuggle with a cup of warmth or curl up with a favorite book or magazine. Settle into a tub of bubbles or put on some of your favorite music. Pick lip a flower at the grocery store so that every time you look at it you will smile. Light candles in your home or put crystals in the window so that rainbows dance across your room. These always make me smile. I was taught many years ago by Rita Davenport to fake it till you make it. I didn't re­ ally know what that meant till recently; I just did like she said. Fake it till you make it, is nothing but practicing till a habit becomes automatic. Imagine that, practicing lov­ ing ourselves with little hab­ its that tell us we are loved by the person who does those little things that make us feel the love we so deserve. The martyr goes away and you are surrounded by the loving feel­ ing that you have been search­ ing for. So practice loving yourself first by simple actions and eventually you will not do things that you don't love and MOTOROLA RAZR BUY ONE FOR While supplies last! 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Certain restrictions apply See store for details • �PAGE10A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS WCC Continuing Education offering classes Thursday School Lunch Menu Dec. 11 -15 Monday: Manicotti w/ spa­ ghetti Sauce, toss salad, roll, pears, milk Tuesday: Hot dog on bun w/ carrots, trench fries, choc, pud­ ding. milk Wednesday: Turkey w/ dress­ ing, gravy, green beens, roll, sweet potatoes, milk Thursday: Spaghetti w/ meat sauce, toss salad, roll, fruit coctail, milk Friday: Vegetable beef soup, grilled cheese, peaches, milk Saturday, December 9 10 a.m. AMH Special Sibling Class to prepare children ages 2 - 6 for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Ashe County Farmers Market announces Holiday Green Days. There will be a selection of trees, green­ ery, roping, wreaths and other holiday trimmings for sell. 11:30 a.m.: High Country Youth Ministries will be hold­ ing A Sweet Taste of Christmas, including a silent auction event in the recently renovated build­ ing located directly beside the Parkway Theatre in West Jefferson. The live auction begins at 6 p.m. Desserts, cof­ fee & ciders will be available all day. Auction items include art­ work from Stephen Shoemaker, R.T. Morgan, Raney Rogers, Bob Timberlake, and Lori Hall, a handmade afghan and much more. All proceeds go to High Country Youth Ministries to help bring Christian pro­ grams and special events to the High Country. HCYM. is a not-for-profit organization that supports local youth through outreach, service, support, and innovative events and activi­ ties. For more information, visit www.highcountryyouthministries.com. I p.m.: Mt. Jefferson history Today Mt. Jefferson is a State Park and a National Natural Area. Why did this mountain become a park and who owns it today? Meet at the park office and explore some of the stories and photos from the past. This program will include a drive to the park's overlooks and an optional .3 tenths of a mile hike to the summit tower at 4683 above sea level. Bring a Jacket if you plan to hike. 6 p.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Children's Christmas Play. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congre­ gation invite you to attend. 6 p.m.: Liberty Baptist Church on Silas Creek, Lansing, will have their Christmas play. Pastor Russell Sheets and the congregation invite everyone to attend. For more informa­ tion, call 982-2522. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your atten­ dance. 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Rocks (Hike) Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic mountain? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a 1.3-mile hike and explore some of the geological myster­ ies that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a jacket and hiking shoes. 3 p.m.: "Shake the Shivers and Celebrate Winter" - The Foothills Arts Council in Elkin is offering fun monthly work­ shops for the whole family. All workshops are free or a mini­ mal cost. Call for details and to reserve your space early. Parent to accompany children under 12. Christmas orna­ ments and decorations, "Ice" sculptures (bring a glue gun if possible), creative movement. 3 p.m.: A musical/drama will be presented by His Kids and Adoration of the Ashe Schools of Home Education. The per­ formance will be at the Ashe Civic Center. Free admission. 6 p.m.: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will have their Christmas Play entitled "Old Fashioned Christmas" featuring the choir and special singing. Director Jeanie Larsen and the pastor Rev. Amos Combs invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Wagoner Baptist Church will have their Christmas program. Pastor, Rev. Steve Viers and congre­ gation welcome you. 7 p.m.: The choirs of West Jefferson First Baptist, Mount Jefferson Presbyterian, and West Jefferson United Methodist Church will pres­ ent a Christmas program of sacred and secular music. The program will include flute and piano, instrumental solos, a string quartet, Christmas sing-a-long, and the Steel Magnolias, a ladies quartet. The program will be held in the new Hensley Hall at the West Jefferson United Methodist Church. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend. 7 p.m. The singers from Highland View Baptist Church along with their pastor, Herb Parunak, will be at Sturgills Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Lloyd Day invites every­ one to join the folks at Sturgills for a time of worship in song and preaching of the word. Sunday, December 10 II a.m.: Orion Baptist Church Choir will present their Christmas cantata. Pastor, Rev. Mace Johnson and congrega­ tion welcome you. 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 2nd Sunday of Advent service. Tuesday, December 12 Refreshments will be served afterward in the new Guthrie Fellowship Hall behind the church. Nathan's Creek United Methodist Church is located on Nathan's Creek School Road, just off of Route 221. Everyone is welcome. 6 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will have their Christmas program consist­ ing of the youth program, "O Christmas tree' at 6 p.m. and the adults, "Christmas in Cricket County, at 7 p.m. After the programs they invite you to join them in the fellowship hall for a birthday party for Jesus. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you. 10 a.m.: The Johnson City, Tennessee United Auto Workers Retirees' Council is looking for you. We meet once a month at the Pipe Fitters Union Hall, 121 Spring St. Johnson City, Tennessee. If you or your spouse is retired from General Motors, Ford, Chrysler, AMC or Delphi come and join us at our next meeting. This month's guest speaker will be from Affordable Hearing Aids. Bring your spouse or a friend and join us. Local Information: Friday, (423)743-8778 (423)743-8825 December 15 Sunday, (423)772-4777 10:30 a.m.: Free Car Seat December 17 Checks at Family Central. Wednesday, This is an opportunity to make 11 a.m.: Peak Creek December 13 Church in sure your child's car seat is Presbyterian 10:30 a.m.: The Ashe County the right one for their age and Laurel Springs announces Chapter of Retired School weight, and installed correctly. 3rd Sunday of Advent service. Personnel (RSP) will meet at Checks are conducted from Pastor Brandon Anderson and Smoky Mountain BBQ. The 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. congregation invite your atten­ Steele Magnolias will provide 4 - 8 p.m.: When someone dance. a fun-filled Christmas program. says Fish Fry - do you think 11 a.m.: New River Baptist Please bring a toy for a needy Mobile Meals of Ashe County? Church will have their child. All retired school per­ Soon you will 'cause the folks Christmas Cantata. Rev. Wayne sonnel are invited to attend at Mobile Meals are frying up Jones and the congregation and enjoy the fellowship and some of the best fish around. invite you to attend. fun. Your plate includes a large por­ 6 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist 6:30 p.m.: Warrensville tion of fish, fries, hushpuppies, Church invites you to their Baptist Church announces slaw and you'll get a drink with Christmas play "The Wondrous they will have a Christmas Play dessert for an $8 donation. Birth". Refreshments will be on December 13 at 6:30 p.m. All served up at Mobile Meals served in the fellowship hall On December 17 at the 10 on Hwy 88 in Clifton - for following the service. a.m. service the adult choir will more information call 385-1314 6 p.m.: Scottville Baptist present a Christmas Cantata, - dine in, carry out and call-ins Church invites you to their entitled "Emmanuel", then at 7 welcome. Christmas Play, "A Rich Man's p.m. the children will present a 7 p.m.: Session V of the Christmas". Rev. Reeves Jones musical followed by finger foods Childbirth/Newborn Care and the congregation invite in the fellowship hall with a visit Classes continues through everyone to attend. from Santa. On December Jan. 16th at Ashe Memorial 6 p.m.: Orion Baptist Church 20 they will have churchwide Hospital. Classes are held on will hold a special Candlelight Christmas Caroling beginning Tuesday evenings. Call early to Communion Service followed at 6:30 p.m. On Dec. 24 they sign up. Call 846-0734. by the Children's Christmas will have a special Christmas Program with refreshments fol­ Saturday, Eve Service and the Lord's lowing these services. Pastor, Supper. Pastor Jeff Nave and Rev. Mace Johnson and con­ December 16 congregation invite you to join 6 p.m.: New River Baptist gregation welcome you. them for these services. Church will have their Youth 7 p.m.: Beaver Creek Baptist Christmas Play. Rev. Wayne Church will present their Thursday, Jones and the congregation Christmas program, entitled, December 14 invite you to attend. Lost Choir, Bethlehem Springs" 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol 6 p.m.: Nathan's Creek United with a special presentation by Screening at Mt. Hearts. Methodist Church invites the younger children's choir. Participants should fast 12 everyone to a "Christmas Pastor, Rev. Johnny Goodman hours prior to test, but may Singing" to celebrate the and congregation welcome drink water. Cost is $15. joy and wonder of the sea­ you. Beaver Creek is located Appointments are necessary. son. The informal Christmas on the Mulatto MUvRcfc-w. Call to schedule at 846-0744. Singing will feature local sing­ 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist 6 p.m.: Blue Ridge ers and musicians, and old- Church will have their Opportunity Commission, fashioned "sing-alongs" of your Christmas Play "Do You see a Inc. (BROC) will hold it's favorite Christmas hymns. Miracle". Rev. Charlie McCoy (after mail-in redemption) HB@ PLUS 3 MONTHS PICK ONE PREMIUM .fll'WUML STAR? FREE Choose to add Local Channels, just S5 month sf MAGIC® V NETWORK Better TV for all. Jefferson, NC 28640 _ Sunday, December 31 10:30 a.m.: Mt. Paddy Church will host the Pine Ridge Boys. They have been singing Southern Gospel Music for the past 42 years. 8 p.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces New Year's Eve service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Ongoing Events Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10a.m.-12 p.m., and meet continued on page 11A $23,900 72 months @ 7.74% >$22,500 63 months @ 6.94% I $28,500 72 months (® 7.74% $10,900 72 months @ 7.74% $418 a Month $429 a Month $498 a Month $191 a Month 45,617 miles Con-C 14,885 miles Con-J 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2003 Ford E350 * 7,676 miles W2103 41.000 miles Honda Accord EX $9,900 63 months ® 6.94% 72 months 7 74% 72 months @ 7.14% $189 a Month | $16,800 75 months @ 7.54% $289 a Month $373 a Month $283 a Month W2455 47,775 miles W2616 37,427 miles W2527 214 miles W2643 22,500 miles 2002 Lexus GS300 | 2006 Lexus LS430 12003 Mercedes CLK320g 2006 Toyota Corolla 66 months @ 7.85% 75 months & 7.14% ' 72 months @ 7.74% 75 months @ 7.14% $406 a Month $830 a Month $611 a Month $263 a Month W2569A 63,581 miles 424 East Main Street W2648 18,198 miles W2599 28,631 miles W2622 12,256 miles prices plus NC sales lax and ^ ! ' H i ' i i i > > • • e . l 'ii W + B e a c o n S c o r e w i t h i p p r o v T j T r e f l T n i o n H ) i i n B c a l b a n k l e n d e r s . HOME ENTERTAINMENT 336-846-5603 "Serving the High Country Since 1988 11 a.m.: Peak . Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas ser­ vice. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church will have two Candlelight Christmas Eve Services: the first from 5:306:15 p.m. and the second from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Everyone is invited to come and bring fam­ ily and friends to this very spe­ cial Candlelight Service. (itaiiam diiS FREE DYR Recwtw Upgrade MtrMncji FREE Slandanl Professional Installation («m 4 mm) NO Equipment to Buy Sunday, December 24 2001 BMW Z3 Over 80 Channels over Chi FOR 10 MONTHS 6 p.m.: Winter Solstice. Make your way up onto beautiful Mt. Jefferson to enjoy this winter evening of the Solstice. Bring a jacket, a hat and some gloves. Meet the park ranger around the fire at the overlook to learn about the night sky, the earth, and the sun. This program is free and all are invited. Snow or rain will cancel program. Please call if you have further questions (336) 246-9653 119 OLD BRICKYARD ROAD } NORTH WILKESBORO, NC 28659 KK 336-667-6111 WWW.SPECIALTYCAR COMPANY.COM W2559 [ month Thursday, December 21 £ 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. (except there is no meeting in January). The December meeting will be at Smoky Mountain BBQ and will include a wreathmaking demonstration by Polly Hinn. Members are encouraged to come early for dinner and then enjoy the program starting. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. >99 and the congregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek community. 7 p.m.: the Clifton Baptist Church will be presenting their Christmas play entitled, "Three Wise Men and a Baby." Pastor Mack Arnold, Jr. and the con­ gregation invite everyone to attend. SPECIALTY CAR COMPANY Monday, December 11 A SPECIAL OFFER FROM DISH NETWORK. BROC Board Retreat at BROC Elderly Nutrition Meal Site on Highway 18 North, at the Wilkes Senior Center in Fairplains, Please call Wilkes Office at 667-7174, Ashe Office at 384-4543, or Alleghany Office at 372-7284 for additional information. 6 p.m.: The New River Service Authority Board (dba New River Behavioral HealthCare) will hold a brief meeting at New River Area Programs Area Conference Room in Building 400 at Oak Summit Office Park off State Farm Road in Boone www.magichent.com Marc Elliott Roy Phillips Ron Koons Doug Gardner Phil Stevens IF YOIJR CAR DOES NOT SAY SPECIALTY CAR COMPANY You PROBABLY PAID TOO MUCH! Dealer #308.14 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2006 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY EVENTS Area churches announce upcoming holiday services continued from page 10A monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feei Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Recreation is Parks and considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Episcopal Parish of Holy Communion the will hold December services at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in West Jefferson. A Christmas week schedule will appear in the paper the week of December 18. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m., coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 9823076. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come * and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every first and third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, smallfurniture. and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville Jefferson, NC 28640, next to Ashe County Public Library Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street. The Gap Hair Salon, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. Angels In the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary ot the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. The Price Yoci See On The Teg d3 Is The Price You Pay! WENT JEEEEKSON CHEVROLET <>01 S. Jefferson Ave. • West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4636 www.wjchevy.net • wjclicvyffr skvbcsl .com AN AMERICAN R VOLUTION 1O0.0OOMIU WARRANTY vry Bundle Up for a Chance to WIN $250 Shopping Money! 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During an aver­ age parade season, an esti­ mated one million people see the band from Ashe County High School. The parade season begins at the end of field show per­ formances by learning music for the parades. This year, the band and Flag Corps per­ formed "America the Beau­ tiful" in support of our mili­ tary men and women who are serving both home and abroad. The students also prepared "Sounds of Christ­ mas"; a medley of Christmas tunes that include "O Come All Ye Faithful" and "Good King Wenseslas". Special routines were prepared by the Flag Corps students to both selections. On November 11, the pa-rade season began with our own hometown parade here in West Jefferson. One week later, on November 18, the band traveled to Concord, NC as served as the Honor Band for the CT Communications Holiday Express Christmas Parade. The Concord parade is a 2 V4 miles in length. The band left on Wednesday, No­ vember 22 for the Holiday Caravan. Parade in Salis­ bury, NC. The Husky Van­ guard participated as a com­ peting band. Our students won First Place Drum Ma­ jors, First Place Flag Corps, and RiiSt^lacp Band; which designate?,Ash*.. County as the Honor BancKfof tfi6 2007 parade. -Following JJie 2-mile Holiday Cai'&van,.which took place, in "both towns pf Spen­ cer and Salisbury, the band traveled to Charlotte, NC to spend .ihfe nighU Op. Thanks­ giving Day, the band par­ ticipated in the 5911V Annual Carolinas' Carrousel^ityirpJie in Charlotte, NC. The parade was broadcast dn WBTV Channel 3. Our won Huskies took the First- Place "Spirit of the Carrousel" award in band competition, and is des­ ignated the Honor Band for the 2007 parade. This is the second time Ashe County has won this award. In addition to the parade, the Carolinas' Carrousel also offers scholar­ ships to band students from all bands that participate in the parade. We are proud to announce that two members of the Ashe County Band have won scholarships this year. Drum Major, Courtlyn Reeves, received a $500 scholarship. Leah Fulbright was chosen as the only re­ cipient of the Robert L. Maddox Music Scholarship in the amount of $2,000. The Maddox scholarship goes to a band student who plans to major in music during col­ lege. This is the second year that an Ashe County student has been awarded the Mad­ dox scholarship. The parade season ended with the Blow- ing Rock, NC Christmas Pa­ rade on Saturday, November 25. It was an outstanding parade performance season. The students performed for many enthusiastic parade watchers, and help bring in the 2006 Thanksgiving and Ashe e®®osw Humane mm These animals are available for adoption. Aussie/Collie Puppies! Post file photo Lab Mix Puppies! Adorable aussie/border collie mix pups ready for you to take to a loving home. The Vanguard Band's drum majors. Christmas holiday season. Congratulations to all mem­ bers of the Husky Vanguard Marching Band. Yellow lab mix puppies w/wonderful, playful personalities, these pups will make a wonderful companion. Beautiful Kittens! Precious greyAvhite, blackAvhite kittens, loving and cuddly. Won't you give them a good home? Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located between Little's Gym and SkyLine Telephone We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. 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From the tip-off, the game was close and heated and neither team could gain a commanding lead. The largest lead throughout the game was when the Huskies pulled ahead by five points in the first quarter, and the score was 11-6 in favor of Ashe. From that point, the Pioneers cut the Huskies lead by a point and at the end of the first quarter, the Huskies possessed a fourpoint lead, 13-9. The second quarter started off with the Pioneers determined to cut into the Huskies lead. After just two minutes in the quarter, the Pioneers had cut the Huskies lead to a mere two points, 1513. The game then turned into a defensive battle and the Pioneers held the Huskies to only three points in the final four minutes of the first half. During the same four minutes, the Pioneers scored six points to give them their first lead of the game. At the conclusion of the first half, the Huskies trailed the Pioneers 25-22. Kelly Hudler had an explosive first half for the Huskies and scored eight enormous points to get the Huskies offense rolling. Shelly Barker also added five points for the Huskies in the first half of the game. Following the break at halftime, Kelly Hudler scored her tenth point and cut the Pioneers lead to only one point. However, the Pioneers responded with two unanswered baskets to extend their lead to five points, 32-27. Shelly Photo by Michael Graybeal Kelly Hudler drives it hard to the basket and scores two of her team high 19 points. Photo by Michael Graybeal Shelly Barker goes up for a shot in Friday night s victory over Watauga. of the floor and turned the ball over with a traveling violation. When the Huskies in bounded the ball, Kelly Hudler was fouled, and made both free throws to seal the victory for the Huskies, 4844. Coach Foster commented on her team's performance by stating, "I am very proud of the way our team played in the second half. I thought we played smart down the stretch and our post players did a good job on #44 (Paris Brown) from Watauga. However, we must improve our shooting at the free throw line; but, we made some crucial free throws in the last 2 minutes." The Huskies were led in scoring by Kelly Hudler who had 19 points, and Shelly Barker who had 10 points. Hudler and Barker also led the team in rebounds; Hudler recorded eight rebounds, while Barker grabbed seven rebounds. The Huskies grabbed 34 rebounds as a team and also had eight assists. Kassee Roberts registered half of the team's assists when she dished out four during the game. Other scorers from the game included Kim McNeil with seven points, Kassee Roberts with six points, Kendra Yearick with two points, Katie Gammons scored two points, and Kaitlin Smith with two points. The Huskies will return to action tonight when they travel to East Bend. Coach Foster believes that the victory over the Pioneers should give the Huskies momentum as they head into their conference opener against Forbush tonight. Barker had the answer for the Huskies, and drained a jumper from inside the lane to cut the Pioneers lead to only three points. With this shot by Barker, Ashe gained momentum and when Barker ended the third quarter with a buzzer beater, Ashe took the lead by one point, 35-34. The close and heated contest at the start of the fourth quarter brought both teams student sections to life. When play resumed in the fourth, the Huskies expanded their lead quickly to six points following two baskets by Kim McNeil and a threepoint play by Kelly Hudler. However, the Pioneers did not get discouraged and battled back and cut the Huskies lead to only two points, 44-42 with only a minute left in the game. When every fan was on the edge of their seat, the Pioneers tied the game with 26.9 seconds remaining in the game. On the following play, Kaitlin Smith was fouled by 4 icaf ' the Pioneers and went to * the free throw line to shoot two. Smith drained the first free throw, but missed the second one. However, Kassee i, *4* .• Roberts grab the rebound for the Huskies and drew the foul. Roberts then went to v* 1" the line to shoot two for the Huskies, and like Smith, she C' .. drained the first free throw, but missed the second. Kim McNeil came up with a huge play for the Huskies and grabbed another offensive rebound for the Huskies. Following the rebound, McNeil's shot was tipped; McNeil grabbed the rebound again and was fouled on her next attempted shot. When McNeil went to the line with only 11.3 seconds left, the Huskies were in the lead 46Photo by Michael Graybeal 44. Following two missed Kelly Hudler scores two points while Kaitlin Smith (#12) and free throws by McNeil, the Shelly Barker (#24) crash the board. Pioneers went the length Ashe 36. Individually in the match, the Huskies recorded five pins, three of which was in the first period. Aaron Scott pined his opponent and improved his personal record to 5-1 for the season, Evan Love pinned his opponent in the second period, Toryn Little pinned his opponent in the first period, and Chris Lyall pinned his opponent in the first period. On December 2, the Huskies turned right around after the Avery match and hosted the annual Ashe Invitational. The Huskies again improved and went 3-3 on their home mats. The action started at 9 a.m. for the Huskies when they went head to head with the Forbush Falcons. The Huskies came out strong and finished the first match of the day with a 53-30 team score over Forbush. The Huskies over powered the Falcons and eight Huskies recorded pins. Orry Owen, Raven Pruitt, Aaron Scott, Travis Brooks, Aaron Greene, Matt Weaver, C • • f %i * , • Husky wrestling team opens season by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Ashe County High School wrestling team has started their season and is currently 3-9. The teams three victories have came against Rural Retreat, Forbush, and Grayson County. The wrestling team opened up the season by competing in the North Wilkes Vikings Duals at North Wilkes High School. Whileat North Wilkes, the Huskies had ' difficulty finding their rhythm as they went 0-6. They lbst to North Wilkes (54-21), East Wilkes (48-24), Wilkes Central (5518), NW Cabbarrus (63-18), North Lincoln (42-36), and Wilkes Central (55-18) Throughout the five matches, Aaron Scott went 41, Charlie Williams went 2-3, Rafael Rodriguez went 4-1, and Chris Edwards went 3-0. On December 1, the Huskies hosted the Vikings in their first home match of the year. The Huskies improved from their first matches, but still fell short to the Vikings with a team score of Avery 45, Photo by Michael Graybeal Charlie Williams works hard and wins this match against a Falcon during the Ashe Invitational. See Wrestling, page 2B Photo by Michael Graybeal Aaron Greene battles his way to a second round pin against his opponent from Forbush. Huskies suffer first loss of season by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter When the Varsity Men Huskies possessed a 2-0 record and was heading into Friday night's game against Watauga, the Huskies had high expectations of defeating the Pioneers. However, after a hard fought game, the Huskies were nine points shy of their goal and suffered a 57-48 lost to the Pioneers. The Huskies thus far this season has defeated the Trojans and Vikings easily and faced their first real threat on this past Friday. The history between the Huskies and Pioneers has always proved to be a good match up. Following the exciting varsity lady's game, m' • u **> • • " 4 H" I Photo by Michael Graybeal Coleman Payne crosses the ball over and looks for a lane to drive through. the men took the court in front of a pumped an anxious crowd. The action started slowly for the contest and the game was scoreless until five minutes into the contest. At this time, Ethan Goodman was able to penetrate the Pioneers defense and got fouled on a shot and hit one of his two free throws to give Ashe the only point of the game. In the final three minutes of the first quarter, the Huskies were unable to find the bottom of the net after many scoring opportunities. However, the Huskies were able to hold the Pioneers to only six points and concluded the first quarter trailing the Pioneers 6-1. When the second quarter started, the Huskies did not have any better success finding the bottom of the net until Tatum Lemly was able to bring down an offensive rebound and went back up to score the Huskies first field goal of the game. This goal opened up the Huskies offense and they were able to score ten points over the next four minutes. During those four minutes, the Pioneers were able to score nine points, which kept the Huskies trailing by a score of 13-22 with two minutes remaining in the first half. Over the course of the next two minutes, the Huskies applied great defensive pressure on the Pioneers and only allowed two points to be scored. The Huskies defense also allowed the Huskies to make an offensive run and was able to cut the Pioneers lead to only five points, 19-24 at halftime. The Huskies came alive during the third quarter and in the first four minutes of the quarter, the Huskies had gained a 30-28 lead. However, the Pioneers were not going to give up and regained the lead with 30 seconds left in the third quarter, with the score 33-34. When the Huskies regained possession, a turnover proved to be good for the Pioneers and was able to score to take the score to 36-33., However, Tatum Lemly was able to beat the buzzer and scored two points for the Huskies to cut the Pioneers lead to only one point heading into the See Basketball, page 2B Photo by Michael Graybeal Ethan Goodman scores two of his 19 points on this play in Friday night s loss to Watauga. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2006 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS JV teams split games MVAC Official Standings away with the 33-28 victory over the Huskies. The Huskies were led in scoring by #25 Caitlin Elliot, who scored ten points. Samantha Miller also scored seven points for the Huskies. Elliot also led the Huskies in rebounding as she grabbed seven rebounds during the game. Coach Hudler commented on the game by saying, "I thought the girls played good, we had too many turnovers and it's hard to win when you have 18 turnovers in a game." This was the JV girls' second loss of the season and they stand at 0-2 for the season. Following the JV girls' game, the JV boys took the court for an exciting showdown. In a reflection of the girls game, Watauga gained an early 7-0 lead, but the Huskies battled back and possessed the lead by five points, 18-13 in the second quarter. The Huskies then extended that lead to 24-17 at halftime. In the third quarter, the Pioneers battled back and closed the gap to only three points, 32-29 at the end of the third quarter. The two teams remained even throughout the fourth quarter, and Watauga tied the game up with 10.8 seconds left on a three pointer. On the in bounds pass, the Pioneers stole the ball and called a timeout. However, on the in bound attempt, Grayson Wells stole the ball back for the Huskies. With time running out, Sam Price received a pass from his teammate and shot the ball prior to the horn sounding. On a controversial no call, the game was continued into overtime. In overtime, the Huskies took command and outscored the Pioneers by six points to give the Huskies a 55-49 victory. Grayson Wells had a tremendous performance and scored 21 points for the Huskies. Tavin Holman and Sam Price each added eight points for the Huskies. The JV boys now possess a 3-0 record and will play tonight at Forbush with tip-off at approximately 5:15 p.m. sprinted down the court and laid the ball up to give the Huskies a three point lead. At this time, the student sections from both schools were cheering and chanting for their team and Watauga was able to score seven unanswered points and took a 47-43 lead with two minutes remaining in the game. In the final minute of play, Tatum Lemly found an open shot and knocked down a three pointer to cut the Pioneers lead to four points with 54.8 seconds remaining in the game. However, the Pioneers were able to run the clock out and hit free throws at the end of the game to give the Huskies their first loss of the season with the 57-48 final score. The Huskies offense was led by Ethan Goodman who scored 19 points for the Huskies, and Tatum Lemly also added 13 points. The varsity men's team open their conference play tonight as they face the Falcons of Forbush in East Bend. Dylan Brown, and Chris North Iredell. North Iredell Edwards recorded pins, while proved to be tougher than Charlie Williams earned five the Huskies previous points for the Huskies by opponents and handed the winning by Technical Fall. Huskies their first loss of Following the match the tournament by a score against Forbush, the Huskies of 60-24. Travis Brooks, who went head to head with Rural pinned his opponent in the Retreat and again came second period, highlighted away victorious by a team the Huskies effort. The score of 60-15. The Huskies only other individual victory domination came from seven (outside of forfeit) for the pins for the Huskies. Logan Huskies was Dylan Brown Orr, Jacob Gentry, Travis who won by pinning his Brooks (Third Period), Matt opponent. Weaver (Second Period), The Huskies returned to Rafael Rodriguez,Chris Lyall, action afler the North Iredell and Dylan Brown recorded match when they defeated pins for the Huskies. Grayson County with a The following match for score of 54-23. The Huskies the Huskies was against recorded eight pins in their domination over their opponents. These wrestlers were Logan Orr, Jacob Gentry, Aaron Scott (Third Period), Travis Brooks, Aaron Greene, Charlie Williams (Second Period), Rafael Rodriguez, and Chris Edwards. By defeating Grayson County, the Huskies were then paired with Statesville. The Huskies had difficulty with Statesville and fell short by a score of 54-24. Logan Orr, Aaron Scott, Dylan Brown won individually for the Huskies. The loss to Statesville concluded the tournament for Ashe County. On Tuesday, the Huskies traveled to North Iredell. In a repeat of the previous time these two teams met, North Iredell won 54-24. However, the Huskies made North Iredell work harder this time. Orry Owen gave the Huskies their first team points of the match when he pinned his opponent in the second period, and then Aaron Scott also added six points to the score when he pinned his opponent in the second period also. Rafael Rodriguez also recorded a pin for the Huskies. The Huskies wrestling team will return to action next Tuesday when they travel to Hibritan for a match starting at 6 p.m. by Michael Graybeal , Sports Reporter MOUNTAIN VALLEY AA ATHLETIC CONFERENCE OFFICIAL STANDINGS Men's BASKETBALL Through games as of December 2, 2006 (No conference games played yet) The JV basketball teams traveled to Watauga to play the Pioneers on Tuesday night. The JV girls kicked off the action and nearly came away with a victory but lost by five points, 33-28. The JV boys followed the girls game with a Husky victory in overtime by the score of 55-49. In the JV girls game, Watauga jumped out to an early start over the Lady Huskies, but the Huskies battled back and brought it within two points in the fourth quarter, 30-28 with Watauga leading. However, Watauga hit their free throws down the stretch and came Basketball WON LOST ASHE COUNTY 2 FORBUSH 2 3 NORTH SURRY 1 0 NORTH WILKES 1 2 STARMOUNT 3 1 SURRY CENTRAL 0 4 WILKES CENTRAL 4 continued from page IB 0 1 fourth and final quarter. The fourth quarter opened up with Ethan Goodman draining a three pointer to give the Huskies the lead again, 41-40. On the next possession for the Huskies, Tatum Lemly read the eyes of the Watauga ball handler and intercepted a pass and Wrestling — continued from page IB MOUNTAIN VALLEY AA ATHLETIC CONFERENCE OFFICIAL STANDINGS WRESTLING Through matches as of December 2, 2006 (No conference matches played yet) WON LOST ASHE COUNTY 3 8 FORBUSH 6 7 NORTH SURRY 6 4 9 7 STARMOUNT 11 4 SURRY CENTRAL 9 4 WILKES CENTRAL 6 11 NORTH WILKES . MOUNTAIN VALLEY AA ATHLETIC CONFERENCE AYBL schedule for Dec. 9 5th and 6th Boys Schedule Women's BASKETBALL 5th and 6th Girls Schedule Location Mtn. View OFFICIAL STANDINGS Location Westwood Time Teams Noon Suns vs 76ers Through games as of December 2, 2006 1 p.m. Bulls vs Lasers Noon 2 p.m. Blazers vs Wizards (No conference games played yet) Time Teams 11 a.m.Miracle vs Comets 1 p.m. Panthers vs Jets Bye WON LOST Mystics vs Sparks Jazz 3rd and 4th Boys and Girls Schedule ASHE COUNTY 1 1 FORBUSH 5 0 NORTH SURRY 0 1 NORTH WILKES 2 2 STARMOUNT 3 2 11 a.m. Grizzlies vs Sonics SURRY CENTRAL 2 3 WILKES CENTRAL 2 3 Noon 1 p.m. Rockers vs Little Huskies Bucks vs Sonics 2 p.m. The Storm vs Stars Location Time Westwood Mtn. View 10 a.m. Lady Hawks vs Timberwolves 10 a.m. Bobcats vs Spurs Mtn. View 11 a.m. Heat vs Celtics Blue Ridge 10 a.m. Shock vs Little Huskies Teams Elmer Eldreth is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football Contest. Congratulations! He guessed more winning teams than any other contestant. W' k" ^ Please play the Jefferson Post Football Contest ;. again next week! 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Evoking the simple joys of an old-fashioned Christmas doesn't have to be a complicated affair, Lehman Ervin says. "Few of us have time for all the oldfashioned traditions, but by choosing some pleasant, easy traditions, you can create the Christmas atmosphere without the holiday stress." Lehman Ervin recommends creating the Christmas atmosphere with a few holiday home decorating touches that appeal to multiple senses: * Sight - When you think of an old-fashioned Christmas, what images come to mind? Candy canes, cookies, and popcorn strands adorning the Christinas tree? The popcorn strand is easier than ever to make and still a fun family project for the holidays. Decorating with cookies may not be practical, but borrow their homey feel by decorating with cookie cutters. Functional and beautiful, cookie cutters can be unique napkin rings for your holiday table, and eye­ catching decorations for your Christmas tree. "A good set of Christmas cookie cutters is never a bad investment," Lehman Ervin says. "You'll use them year after year to make your family's favorite holiday treats and to dress up your home for the holidays." * Sound - "Sleigh bells ring. Are you listening?" Sleigh bells create the q u i n t e s s e n t i a l Christmas melody. If you're fresh out of reindeer to adorn, try hanging a strap of sleigh bells on your front door. Their warm sound will be a great greeting for holiday guests. "The • sound I most associate with Chrisunas is children's laughter," says Lehman Ervin. You can almost count on squeals of glee on Christmas morning when the presents are opened, but decorating your home with a few traditional toys prior to the holidays can help keep them laughing right up to the big day. "Think of toys that are simple - things that you might have played with as a child, like a classic musical jack-inthe-box or an old-fashioned spinning circus top," she says. * Scent Evergreen, spices, bavberry and baked goods are all scents that evoke the holidays. Choose Christmas decor that appeals not only to the eyes but to the nose as well. Drape fir branches, tied with a red bow, above a doorway. Place bayberry scented candles in your windows. "Another wav vour Christmas cookie cutters will pay off - the aroma of freshly baked Christmas cookies," Lehman Ervin says. "Anything you use to bring Christmas to your home can also bring the spirit of the season to your friends, far-off family and business associates," she notes. "Giving a gift that says 'old-fashioned Christmas' also tells the recipient that you really put some thought into their gift." "They key is to find a few special things to do so that you don't add to your holiday stress," Lehman Ervin says. "I do a lot at Christmas, but I only do what I really want to do. These things really bring the spirit of Christmas to my home without mining the holidays for me." You'll find traditional bayberry candles, sleigh bells, copper cookie cutters, classic children's toys and more old-fashioned Christmas ideas and decorating touches at www.lehmans.com. Courtesy of ARA Content Make the Holiday Season Merry and Bright: Holiday Home Safety Tips Home decorations help make the holidays joyful and festive for friends and family. While you are stringing the lights and spreading warmth and cheer, one of the most important considerations is how to keep your house and family safe from fire and injury. "A home fire, gas leak or electrical accident can be especially devastating during the holiday season," says Sue Dempsey, vice president, North American sales & marketing, CSA International. 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Regardless of the type of tree, place it away from heat sources such as radiators or fireplaces. 4. Contain any flames. Don't use open flames or candles on or near flammable materials such as wreaths, natural trees or paper decorations. 5. Check for a certification mark. When purchasing light strings, extension cords, spotlights, electrical decorations, gas appliances or carbon monoxide alarms, look for the certification mark of an accredited certification organization such as CSA International, UL or ELT to ensure that the products comply with applicable standards for safety and performance. Also know the warning signs of counterfeit - and potentially unsafe - decorations, products and gifts. These warning signs include missing parts, instructions, safety features or warrantees; packaging with spelling mistakes or poor graphics; or products significantly lower-priced than all other brands. 6. Use one and be done. 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To help prevent CO hazards in your home, have a qualified heating contractor perform a yearly maintenance check of your furnace and venting system, and clean or replace your furnace filter turned on after 7 p.m. to avoid frequently during the heating the electricity rush hour. seasons. 9. Keep the gas behind glass. 12. Clean the clutter. Do not Do not use your gas fireplace store combustible materials if the glass panel is removed, holidaydecoratingand products that have been expert-tested and meet recognized standards for safety or performance, please visit www.csaholiday. com. Courtesy of ARA Content such as gasoline, propane, paper, chemicals, paint, rags and cleaning products near your gas furnace. Gasoline or propane cylinders should only be stored outside the home. 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CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF Ol'R LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 hcritagcrealty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2006 JEFFERSON POST All Aboaft 'Gossl A fundamental part of a person's life is shaped by the toys they play with as children. All children play with toys, whether it is a store bought toy, or a homemade toy. Some toys are passed down from generation to generation as family heirlooms. Other toys are worth a lot of money, and are collected by collectors. These toys are usually not taken out of their original package, due to the fact that they would loose value without being in perfect condition. Toys are quite specific to ones age and the game or activity that is being played at the time. For example, balls and bats are used in baseball games, and rubber duckies are used by smfell children at bath time. No matter what age a person is, what types of toys they like, one thing is for sure. Everyone loves toys! The history of toys is as old as the cavemen. Dolls made of grass and stone have been discovered at the sights that were once home to the ancient cavemen. Miniature sized tools, or small carvings of animals have also been found. This indicates that both male and female children had toys. Through the ages children have had toys that mirrored the society in which they lived. Ancient Egyptian children had dolls that had different wigs. Wigs were a part of the society, such as the black wig worn by Cleopatra. Dolls have also been found in Egypt, which had joints and could be moved in a realistic fashion, such as today's Barbie dolls. Ancient Roman children played with similar toys as the Egyptians, including dolls and balls. They also invented the game known today as jacks. It was called "Knucklebones", since the jacks were made of bones. Kites were popular in Ancient China. In the 1800's toys began to be mass produced. This was due to the availability of technology and materials that came along with the American Industrial Revolution. A doll was the first toy to be placed onto the assembly line for mass production. Toys are not only for amusement or to pass the time. They are also used to help children learn things about the world in which they have yet to discover. That is why small children have blocks and balls, and older kids like to play in miniature kitchens, or forts. All these toys aid in development, both mentally and physically. Creative learning and exercise are two important things for children which activities with toys can provided. It just goes to show that learning really is a lot of fun! Letf & AH Plef# Crossword Kd i t ! i bf s Use the across and down clues to solve the puzzle below. The Russian stacking dolls, '&cr<j Xhrjv& ISodPClt Find the words hidden in the puzzle below. RHAQ'A T B Y C H V S U J U J I Z K WH F K invented in Russia in L R J D WK I Z K X Y C 1890. Today, children from E N O B E L K cU N K S all parts of the B GWR H I X B L Y 0 U S world enjoy .. .. A VSKEIMA G I N A T I 0 N them A HW K L E A R N I N G T O Y Bctb# Doll N F N G Q V L V U I T K O R E Be sure to Find your S U G W I N J C C B K F U T A waY V B I S M K R B N I B C D R P use a ^vTj pencil in case \ J J through P Q F O F M V H L JW E OWY maze! G Q R V V C F H O O P of mistakes T R R P Y OWZWA HAWMC L P D 0 X E R C I S E E K S V U E H E I R L 00M S D J E B A L L 0D Y B A B G Z Q J 0Q0 A R J MD J F T C T N T K M E 0N E Aepona: Y 0N P C E F X L N Z 4. The children of this U S G S Z T Z E K S Z D ancient culture had dolls or Matryoshka Doll, was X B H M G H J G H E I T S D I Mazel Down: 1. Ancient Romans created the game of jacks, which was called what? 2. In Ancient China these were popular toys. collector's always keep 5. When a child is creative with toys they use them in the what? 0 0 W U Q E J V D Z Z H ZW K V A R I W S 0 X 1 B E T O R E D I SM C L K S C I M S N S CV T S CM L V X Q C M A N UG C N Y M U S K H D V O X F J J M E V A C K G B T F C J W J J 6. When collecting toys, what natural materials. F C K C 0 with joints and wigs. 3. The most primitive of dolls were made from C I G C H 8. Sports are played are using their what? 7. This is a popular with this toy. r r / w r o o z s > 3 Z i Z S D s n 3 H a iiaox i zflixjaodNOAsoo imeless toy played with 10. This is something in the bath tub. that is passed from one 9. The most popular generation to another. girls toy for thousands 13. The Industrial of years. Revolution produced 11. Toys are used in many toys due to what? school for what? 14. This is anything that 12. A physical benefit a child or adult can play to playing with toys. with. 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Jefferson Avenue Chevrolet West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Open Mon-Fri • 7am - 5pm 336-982-9821 828/ N 262-3700 Boone, NC Ashe County Builders Suppb "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 MA R L N / �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2006 PAGE 5B COMMUNITY NEWS Teenagers and the holidays: thoughts for parents RALEIGH—This holiday season, parents and teens will likely share many a meal around the dinner ta­ ble. According to a report released today by ACTION FOR CHILDREN NORTH CAROLINA, parents should take advantage of the op­ portunities that meals pres­ ent to talk to their children about how to make healthy decisions about risky behav­ iors and keep communica­ tion lines open. The report, entitled "Sex, Drugs and Rock N' Roll: What Teens Do, What Parents As­ sume and What Parents Can Do," shows the startling dis­ connect between what par­ ents assume their teens are doing, and what their teens report they are doing when it comes to substance abuse and sexual behavior. It also provides concrete steps that parents can take to positive­ ly influence teen decision making. "Despite what many par­ ents think, teenagers' deci­ sions about risky behaviors are heavily influenced by their parents" noted Bar­ bara Bradley, Executive Di­ rector of Action for Children North Carolina. "The point of this report is to remind parents in our state that the most effective place to curb teenage sexual activity and substance abuse is in the home, and that parents are the most effective means." For the first time in North Carolina, data are available from three statewide sur­ veys—one administered to parents, two others adminis­ tered to teens—on teen risk behaviors. Findings indicate that parents tend to greatly underestimate the likeli­ hood that their teens are engaging in risky behaviors. In fact, data show that only 12% of parents think their high school teen is sexually active, when in reality, 51% of students report to have had sex and 37% report be­ ing currently sexually active. Similarly, fewer than 20% of parents think their child has smoked, when in fact, more than 50% of students report to have smoked, with almost 20% smoking their first cigarette before age 13. National data show similar faulty assumptions by par­ ents based on teens' actual usage of alcohol, marijuana and other drugs. "While these data are dis­ concerting," said Dr. Kristin M. Rager, Director of Adoles­ cent Medicine at Carolinas HealthCare System in Char­ lotte, "there are many ways parents can prevent risky decision making among teens. Parents and other caring adults can have a tre­ mendous positive impact on the decisions and behaviors of their adolescents. They simply have to realize the significance of their roles as the primary and best guides in a child or teenager's life and make efforts to openly communicate and positively influence." "Sex, Drugs and Rock N' Roll" offers seven practical, research-based strategies to aid parents in helping protect children and youth from making poor decision about sexual activity and substance abuse. The report goes into greater detail on the following tips: • Eat Meals Together • Give Voice to Values • Lead By Example • Set and Enforce Rules • Monitor and Supervise Teens • Incorporate Religion/ Spirituality Into Family Life • Involve Others in the Lives of Youth "The seven tips provided by this report all have to do with promoting family inter­ actions to ensure strong, car­ ing families for teenagers," said Jean Irvin, Executive Director of Forsyth Futures Metro Graphics What do you do when that little angel hits the teen years? in Greensboro. "Research overwhelmingly shows that being part of a close, loving family is the best protection youth can have against en­ gaging in risky behaviors." "Action for Children hopes that this report will encour­ age parents to be "hands on' as their children turn into teenagers and young adults," remarked Bradley. "Sex, Drugs and Rock N' Roll" is available on Action for Children's website, www. ncchild.org. Action for Children North Carolina, formerly known as the North Carolina Child Advocacy Institute (NCCAI), is a statewide nonprofit or­ ganization based in Raleigh. Since its founding in 1983, Action for Children has been the leading voice for North Carolina's children. Current efforts are focused in four major areas: Child Health and Safety; Early Care and Education; Child Maltreat­ ment; and Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Preven­ tion. Action for Children is the KIDS COUNT partner in North Carolina and the state affiliate of the na­ tional organization, Voices for America's Children. For more information, visit www. ncchild.org Imagination Library brings books to kids The Little Engine That of Family Central. "There Could will puff its way into will be many happy children the stockings of 279 Ashe in the county this Christmas, County children this Christ­ all reading with family and mas season, thanks to the friends!" generosity of countless citi­ "This program has made zens. possible the gift of literacy," It will be the first in a said Chamber of Commerce series of monthly books for Executive Director Beth Dix­ these children - made possi­ on. "And we can keep that ble by generous contributions gift going during the holiday from Ashe County residents, season." businesses and community Both Dixon and Coulter organizations. The books emphasized the importance will arrive in mailboxes dur­ of more monetary contribu­ ing the holidays. tions to the fund, enabling "We are so grateful for children in Ashe County the overwhelming response ^ta- rfceeit*e <on^ bbok^eachto this program," said Carol month - age-specific - and Coulter, Executive Director addressed to each child indi­ "What a wonderful way to honor a loved one or friend at Christmas time - by giv­ ing a monetary donation to the Imagination Library in honor of them," Coulter said. Checks can be made payable to the Ashe County Partner­ ship for Children and sent to that agency at 626 Ashe Central School Road, Jeffer­ son, NC 28640. vidually. More corporate and indi­ Gift cards are available vidual sponsors are needed for contributions made in so every child in Ashe Coun­ honor of family and friends. ty can receive the books. The Stop by the Chamber's Visi­ cost is very moderate: only tors ^Center at 303 East Sec­ $30 per child per year. This ond Street in West Jefferson assures that a book will ar­ rive at the child's home each to pick one up. month and provide hours of reading enjoyment. More information on the program is available at both the Chamber of Commerce, 303 East Second Street, or at Family Central. Or, call these numbers: the Ashe County Partnership for Chil­ dren at 336-982-4588, Ashe County Chamber of Com­ merce at 336-846-9550 or Ashe County Public Library at 336-846-2041. H E A R T S O M F I R E Mural to celebrate famous children's book A puffing steam engine pulling a long line of cars will be the theme of a new mural to be painted oh the side of the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce building in downtown West Jefferson} The mural will honor the many donors who have "gotten on board" the Imagina­ tion Library train here in Ashe County. 'The ihural will depict The Little Engine That Could, which iB the first book each child receives in the series of Imagination Library books," said Beth Dixon, Executive Director of the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce. Ashe County children will help paint the mural. Donors' names - both individual and corporate - will be painted on the sides of cars, honoring their commitment to literacy in Ashe Ceunty. "We will design the mural over the winter and begin work on it in the Spring of 2007," Dixon said. "It will be a wonderful addition to the many murals already in downtown and a lasting memento to those area residents and others who have so generously underwritten this important program." Any child from birth to age five is eligible for free enrollment in the Imagination Library program Enrollees will receive a free book each month - addressed and delivered to them via U.p. mail - for their reading enjoyment. Dolly Parton, singer and songwriter, envi­ sioned the program as a way to help spread literacy throughout the nation - one county at a timd. "I hope that you will encourage your children to keep dreaming, and to dream big," Parton satid. "If my Imagination Library helps turn the dreams of a child into the promise of a bright future, then one of my biggest dreams will come true." Why Empire Chevrolet Cadillac Buick Pontiac? 100,000-Mile Warranty 24 vehicles that provide over Standard V Competition X 30 mpg >/ Competition X Red Tag Pricing on all vehicles 1/2/ / Holiday Toys for Girls 1. 2. 3. 4. THE WORLD'S MOST PERFECTLY CUT DIAMOND* Thrills like no other diamond. Barbie Dolls (generic) Bratz TMX Elmo 5. Dora the Explorer Brand Jewelry (7 6. Disney Princess l 7. lpod/MP3 players 8. Nintendo DS 9. PlayStation 3 10. The Little Mermaid Wal-mart Shopping Center • Wilkesboro, NC ™ 336-667-2257 or 1-888-591-3174 Source: National Retail Federation, HOLIDAY HOURS: MON. 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Jones 24 Type of primate 25 Morticia's man 26 — canto 27 Janitor's item 29 Asian ox 31 Broad st. 32 Colorless 34 Angers 36 Munched like a mouse 39 Pan 2 of remark 45 Profit from tickets 46 Playground game 47 School founded by Henry VI 48 Fast way to the UK 49 Chnstmas visitors 60 Famed futurologist 52 Stoftz or Sevaretd 54 Mist 58 Socialite Pefle 60 "Stop!" 62 Overact 65 Sportscaster Allen 66 Throw a party 68 Caviar 69 Field of study 7 0 p r o nobis" 71 Singer Secada 74 Part 3 of remark 78 - -Tiki" 79 Thurman of "Dangerous Liaisons" 80 Prepare to 98 Actress Ward 100 Pecs partners 103 Bronte heroine 105 Velvet finish 106 Conform 107 Pan 4 of remark 112 Unimagina­ tive 113 Tivoli's Villa d'— 114 Pull the Trigger'* 115 Fireplace fuel 116 Agt 118 Wagner hero 121 Sp lady 124 TV's "Touched by an —" 127 Nautical rope 81 Skater 129 End of Babilonia remark 82 Spilled the 132 Diacritical beans mark 84 Fool 133 Think alike 134 Tolkien 85 Casual speech villain 87 Luxurious 135 "Splendor in fabric the Grass" 89 Actor director Christopher 136 Humpback's 92 Pitfall home 94 Use a 137 Soup poniard veggies 138 Minuscule 98 Fortifies with 139 Actress fleece Verdugo 18 • 22 23 26 1! 2 4 3 32 39 40 41 5 58 3 4 72 42 73 84 67 107 108 87 88 87 105 116 110 125 126 132 • 1 127 " 7 •118 128 55 64 63 I • C69M bjr 90 FIND AT LEAST 6 DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PANELS. peaoujej si aoeppeN 9 peppe si JIBH S lueteuiP SJB s»uBd > peppe eje sessetQ e 6u!ssiw s| neg z PSAOUJ SI aiqej. i :saouaje«iQ i—nta 17 TWE EARL OF AVALMESSURY, AFTER SEEING LAPRAPOA RETRIEVERS ACTUALLY CAAAf FROM NEWF0UNPLANP, OUT BECAUSE OF A HEAVY TAX ON THE HUNTING POOS. THE BREEP 600N PECLINEP 58 57 THE WATER POtfS, BROUGHT SEVERAL OVER TO BRITAIN. WHERE THEY BECAME POPULAR... HE ALSO SAVE THEM THE NAME LABRAPORS JtrjMTf Dff, LABAAPCRB ARE AMONG THE BEST-KNOWN PCG6 IN THE W0RLP, ANP THEY HAVE WON TCP PC6 HONORS IN AMERICA FOR THE I4TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR, WHERE THEY ARE RANKEP THE MOST POPULAR BREEP 83 IN APPtTION TO THEIR VALUE AS FIELP POGS ANP THEIR TREMENPOUS POPULARITY AS SHOW POOS, THEY HAVE ACHIEVEP FAME IN OTHER DIRECTIONS TWEY ARE ALSO HIGHLY AEGAAPEP AS GUIPE POGS FOR THE BLlNP ANP ARE EASILY ' p TRAINEP AS POLICE P0GS...TXIR SPECIALITY IS SNIFFING OUT PRUGS 91 98 119 120 121 122 123 • • 130 131 •135 •139 gives the Big Cat much to punabout. Relationships grow stronger, and new opportuni­ ties loom on the horizon, just waiting to be pounced on. VIRGO (August 23 to Sep­ tember 22) A changing situa­ tion brings conflicting advice about how to go forward with your holiday plans. Your best bet: Make the decision you feel most comfortable with. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Holiday plans get back on track after some confusion about the direction you expected to take. A po­ tentially troublesome money matter needs your immediate attention. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your holiday preparations are on track. But you need to confront a personal situation while you can still keep it from over­ whelming everything else. SAGITTARIUS (Novem­ ber 22 to December 21) Tight financial matters ease a bit during this holiday season. But the sagacious Sagittarian is well-advised to keep a tight hold on the reins while shopping for gifts. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Don't put off making decisions about this year's holiday celebra­ tions, despite the negative comments you've been get­ ting from several quarters. Do it NOW! AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) The holidays will bring new friends and new opportunities. Mean­ while, be careful to use your energy wisely as you go about making holiday preparations. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) There's good news coming from a most unlikely source. And it could turn out to be one of the best holiday gifts you have had in years. Remember to stay positive. BORN THIS WEEK: You are respected for your hon­ esty and loyalty. You make friends slowly -- but with rare exceptions, they're in your life forever. (c) 2006 King Features Synd., Inc. Low prices Great selection V y ) CANCER IS ALWAYS IN THE NEWS According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 65% of cancer related expenses aren't covered by regular health insurance* But you can still protect yourself and your assets from the cost of cancer with a supplemental cancer insurance policy. The high incidence of cancer means that you or someone in your family may develop cancer at some point. And while your health insurance policy may cover a portion of physician, hospital, cancer therapy or prescription drug bills, it probably doesn't cover them in full. 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High Country Honda is looking for highly motivated, self directed individuals for customer service position. Customer Service Experience a must. Position is full time & includes salary plus unit bonuses. Full Benefits offered after 90 days. Apply in Person In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first No Phone Calls incorrect run only. The Please Jefferson Post is not responsible for Secretary/Tree Farm incorrect copy submit­ applicant must have ted by the advertiser experience in payroll, or for typographical filing and record keep­ errors which do not ing, general office lessen the value of the skills, proficient com­ ad. puter skills, have good people skills and selfmotivated. Benefits in­ clude paid holidays/va­ cation and insurance. Classified Advertising Salary based on expe­ The Jefferson Post I rience. Please send re­ PO Box 808 sume and references West Jefferson, NC to P.O.Box 22, Laurel 28694 Springs. NC. 28644 Mail orders should be sent with payment to: (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified© jeffersonpost.com Web' www.jeffersonpost.coni 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come In and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub|ecl to the Fair Housing Act which makes it Illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin Includes children un­ der the ago of 16 living with parents or logal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18 This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising tor legal estate which Is In violation' of the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for tho hearing impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem. NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Truck Driver Needed CDL's with Hazmat Full time position. Pay negotiable Call 336-246-6569 RHA Health Services has an immediate opening for a Qualified Mental Retardation Professional. Responsible for supervising, coordinating and monitoring an array of services and supports. Requires Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Social Services or Special Education from a four-year college or university; at least 2 years experience working with persons with mental retardation or other developmental disabilities. Certain other Human Services Degrees may also qualify. Must have a valid driver's license. Call 828-262-5450. 260-Garage/Yard Sales 330-Pets PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 1994 Gold Lumina Euro-Coupe, 64,000 Florida Miles. 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BIG Mobile Homes by Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 1115Professionals 1 it Like new 3BR/2BA Mobile home with major appliances and KITS includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only S5.95 each •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota. 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 1195-Legals 500-Moblle Homes for Sale SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Daily New 2/1-House- $695 plus Arriving utilities & $500 security 2007 models 2.3. and 4 2 Bath deposit- Newly Painted Bedrooms Homes with Shingle walls. Wooden and vinyl floors. Appliances Roof and Vinyl Siding include washer/dryer, We will MEET or BEAT range and refrigerator. anyone's prices. 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Each kit 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY 06 SP bounded by the lands of, formerly of, or in possession of the fol­ lowing: on the West by NCSR 1592; on the North and East by Davis; on the South by Bard, Deed Book 207, Page 1054. Ashe County Register of Deeds Office and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: release, and any other encumbrances or ex­ ceptions of record. To the best of the knowl­ edge and belief of the undersigned, the cur­ rent owner(s) of the property is/are Timothy S. Greer and wife. Laura S. Greer. NOTICE OF FIRST CITIZENS BANK EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF DALE SHEPHERD 06-E-240 The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor of the Estate Of DALE SHEPHERD, deceased, of Ashe County. North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned on or before the 15th day of Febru­ ary, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This the 8th day of November, 2006. Susan E. Jones First Citizens Bank Estate Settlement Division-DAC61 P.O. Box 29522 Raleigh, NC 27626 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Publication dates: 11-17-06; 11-24-06; 12-01-06 and 12-08-06 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executrix of the estate of Beatrice O. Arnold deceased, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against the estate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned at 281 Cranberry Creek Rd., Laurel Springs, NC 28644 on or before the 1st day of March, 2007 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate shall make immediate payment. This the 28th day of November, 2006. Brenda A. Powers Executrix for the estate of Beatrice O. Arnold NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Carolyn C. Howell, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 401 Jessie Roark Rd„ Jefferson, NC 28640 on or before the 26th day of Febru­ ary, 2007 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 16th day of November, 2006. Hazel J. Key Executor of the Estate of Carolyn C. Howell Don't forget to send in information aiul a photo for Baby's First Christmas. For mure information, Call 846-7164 Local Dealers « ( ' $ $ $ ? Si'"$ LEARN T© Dltvi • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE Director/Instructor Respiratory Therapy For more information visit our website: www.wilkescc.edu NORTH CAROLINA. ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Laura S. Greer and Husband Timothy S. Greer to Tammy Mazak, Trustee(s), which was dated June 21, 2005 and recorded on July 11, 2005 in Book 00331 at Page 1273, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. BEGINNING on a 1/2" rebar act; thence South 59 degrees 00 minutes 08 seconds West for a distance of 20.57 feet to a point in the centerline of NCSR 1592, Dog Creek Road; thence with the centerline of said road; thence North 26 degrees 33 minutes 11 seconds West for a distance of 16.50 feet to a point, thence leav­ ing said road North 31 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East for a dis­ tance of 23.14 feet to a 1/2" rebar act; thence North 31 degrees 16 minutes 13 seconds East for a distance of 283.51 feet to a 1/2" rebar act; thence South 31 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East for a distance of 159.24 feet to a 1/2" rebar set; thence South 59 degrees 00 minutes 08 seconds West for a distance of 252.09 feet to the point of BEGINNING. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed. Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for BEING conducting the sale on property December 20, 2006 at 2:00PM, and will sell to the same as conveyed to Timothy S. Greer and Laura S. Greer by Deed recorded 06/02/00 in Book 250, Page 626. the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, Parcel/Tax I.D. #: North Carolina, to wit: 09334-091 /09334-199 If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trust­ ee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the chal­ lenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchas­ er will have no further remedy. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 06-09692 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 06 SP 121 TIMOTHY S. GREER All that certain tract or AND LAURA S. IN THE MATTER OF parcel of land lying and THE FORECLOSURE GREER being in Jefferson OF THE DEED OF Township, Ashe Coun­ Commonly known as: TRUST OF LEONARD ty, North Carolina, ap­ 1339 Dog Creek Road, J. BLEVINS and MERI­ proximately 3.6 miles TA P. BLEVINS, Crumpler, NC 28617 east from the Town of Jefferson, North Caroli­ Save and except any Grantor(s), na, 1.2 miles off U.S. releases, deeds of To: Highway No. 221, on release or prior NCSR 1592, bounded conveyances of record. THURMAN E. BURon the north by the NETTE, TRUSTEE, lands of Morris Jones, Said property is AND UNITED STATES on they south by NCSR commonly known as OF AMERICA, BENE­ 1592, on the east by 1339 Dog Creek Road, FICIARY, the lands belonging to Crumpler, NC 28617. As recorded in Deed of the Farrington tiaire, and on the west by the A cash deposit (no Trust Book 238, Page lands of Morris Jones, personal checks) of 1721, Ashe County and more particularly five percent (5%) of the Registry. described asfollows:^ purchase price, or BEGINNING on an iron stake in the center of buckeye stump, the Paul Bare and Audrey D. Ming corner, south of NC Rural Road ftl592, and running in and with the Paul Bare line, N 33 deg. 17' W. 277.9 feet to a con­ crete marker; thence N 31 deg. 44' E, 317.21 feet to a concrete marker in the Audrey B. Ming line; thence running in and with the Audrey B. Ming line, S 31 deg. E 280 feet to a concrete marker, thence S 31 deg. 15' W, 306.65 feet to the BEGINNING. A certain tract of land according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes and Assoc. P.A.PLS # 3094, located in Jeffer­ son Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, Seven Hundred Fifty See Substitution of Dollars ($750.00), Trustee as recorded in whichever is greater, Deed Book 345, Page will be required at the 1669, Ashe County time of the sale. Fol­ Registry, appointing Ri­ lowing the expiration of chard J. Kania as Sub­ the statutory upset bid stitute Trustee. period, all the remain­ ing amounts are imme­ diately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environ­ mental, health or safety conditions existing in. on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid tax­ es, special assess­ ments, easements, rights of way, deeds of PLEASANT PEOPLE WANTED Now TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR COOKS AND SERVERS ALL SHIFTS! APPLY IN PERSON No Phone Calls, Please! 146 North View Drive • Jefferson SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE TO: Heirs at Law of Leo­ nard J. Blevins 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Crumpler, NC 28617 Larry Blevins 903 F Street North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 Merita P. Blevins 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Crumpler, NC 28617 Wilkes Community College Assistant Teacher.; Child Development Center For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu ATTENTION INVESTORS OR FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS Great Starter Home or Investment Property to be SOLD to the Highest Bidder on Monday 12/18/06 at 12:00 NOON at the door of the Ashe County Courthouse in Jefferson, N.C. • JOB PLACEMENT • PROPERTY is located at 382 Greensboro Road, Crumpler, N.C. 28617. -r ALLIANCE TRACTOR TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS Training in Wvtheville, Virginia 1-800-334-1203 www.alliancetractortrailRr.com Dwelling is around 34 yrs. old, approx. 1306 square feet consisting of 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, with full basement, located on 0.665 acre lot. STARTING BID ON BEHALF OF GOVERNMENT: $61,896.00 Contact Person is Tony Testerman, USDA Rural Development at (336-246-2885, ext 4). �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2006 PAGE 9B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals the stipulations and successful bidder fail to Leonard Wayne Ble- agreements therein pay the full balance vins contained and pursuant purchase price so bid 382 Greensboro Manu­ to the demand of the at the time, he shall re­ facturing Road owner and holder of main liable on his bid Crumpler, NC 28617 the indebtedness se­ as provided for in cured by the Deed of N.C.Gen.Stat. § 45John T. Kilby, Guardian Trust, and pursuant to 21.30(d) and (e). Ad Litem the Order of the Clerk Kilby and Hurley. of Superior Court for This sale will be held Attorneys at Law Ashe County, North open ten (10) days for 122 North Jefferson Carolina, entered in upset bids as required Street this foreclosure pro­ by law. West Jefferson, NC ceeding. the under­ 28694 signed, Richard J. Ka- This the 11th day of nia, Substitute Trustee, October, 2006 Unknown Spouse of will expose for sale at Larry Blevins public auction on De­ Richard J. Kania 903 F Street cember 18. 2006 at Substitute Trustee North Wilkesboro, NC 12:00 PM at the door 600-A Centrepark 28659 of the Ashe County Drive Courthouse. Jefferson, Asheville, North Caroli­ Unknown Spouse of North Carolina, the real na 28805 Merita P. Blevins property in Crumpler 382 Greensboro Manu­ Township, Ashe Coun­ (828) 252-8010 facturing Road ty, North Carolina (in­ Crumpler. NC 28617 cluding any improve­ Publish: ments thereon) as de­ December 7, 2006 Unknown Spouse scribed in the attached December 14. 2006 of Leonard Wayne Exhibit A hereto. Blevins 382 Greensboro Manu­ The sale will be made facturing Road subject to all prior liens, BEING a tract of land Crumpler. NC 28617 unpaid taxes, restric­ located in Jefferson tions and easements of Township, Ashe Coun­ Linda Dishon record and assess­ ty. North Carolina, 382 Greensboro Manu­ ments, if any. bounded by the lands facturing Road of, formerly of, or in Crumpler. NC 28617 The record owner of possession of, on the the above-described North by Tom Hurley: Linda Blevins Oster real property as reflect­ on the West by James 382 Greensboro Manu­ ed on the records of Latham; on the South facturing Road the County Register of by Andy.Mains; and on Crumpler, NC 28617 Deeds not more than the East by N.C.S.R. ten (10) days prior to 1579; and being more Unknown Spouse of the posting of this No­ particularly described Linda Dishon tice is: as follows: 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Heirs at Law of BEGINNING on a point Crumpler. NC 28617 Leonard J. Blevins in the center line of Merita P. Blevins N.C.S.R. 1579, said Unknown Spouse of Larry Blevins point having N.C. Linda Blevins Oster Leonard Wayne Ble­ Grid coordinates of 382 Greensboro Manu­ vins Y=990411.40 and facturing Road Linda Dishon X=1292192.10 (NAD Crumpler. NC 28617 Linda Blevins Oster 27) and being located S.19-45-45 W. 1228.65 Under and by virtue of Pursuant to N.C. feet (grid) from N.C. the power and authority Gen.Stat.§ 45- Grid Monument "Green contained in that cer­ 21.10(b), and the terms sboro" (Y=991567.68, tain deed of trust exe­ of the Deed of Trust, X=1292607.54), said cuted and delivered by any successful bidder beginning point also the above-named may be required to de­ being the southeast Grantors to United posit with the Trustee corner, of the Tom Hur­ States of America, dat­ immediately upon con­ ley property (Book 128, ed March 23, 1999, clusion of the sale a at page 832, Ashe filed for record on cash deposit of the County Registry) and March 29, 1999, secur­ greater of five per cent the northeast corner of ing indebtedness in the (5%) percent of the the tract herein descri­ original principal amount bid or Seven bed; thence running amount of $66,000.00 Hundred Fifty Dollars with the said Hurley as recorded in Deed of ($750.00). Any suc­ line. N. 79-10-00 W„ Trust Book 238 at cessful bidder shall be crossing an existing Page 1721. Ashe required to tender the 1/2" conduit pipe at County Registry (here­ full balance purchase 23.55 feet, for a total inafter, the "Deed of price so bid in cash or distance of 198.50 feet Trust"), and because of certified check at the to an existing 3/8" rethe default of in the time the Trustee ten­ bar In the eastern line payment of the indebt­ ders to him a deed for of the James Latham edness thereby se­ the property or at­ property (Book 156, at cured and the failure of tempts to tender such page 326, Ashe County to carry out or perform deed, and should said Registry); thence run- EXCAVATING ning with the said Lath­ am line, S. 07-35-40 W. 45.07 feet to an ex­ isting 3/4" aluminum pipe; S. 00-14-28 E. 100.44 feet to an exist­ ing 1/2" conduit pipe, said pipe being the northwest corner of the -Andy Mains property (Book 175, at page 2361, Ashe County Registry); thence run­ ning with the said Mains line, S. 78-05-57 E.. crossing an existing 1/2" iron pipe at 166.90 feet, for a total distance of 197.16 feet to a point in the center line of N.C.S.R. 1579; thence running with the center line of said road the following two calls: (1) N. 02-11-44 E. 62.77 feet: (2) N. 0326-52 E. 85.89 feet to the point of BEGIN­ NING. containing 0.665 acre, inclusive of the existing right of way of N.C.S.R. 1579. Area by coordinate computa­ tions. According to a survey by Billy W. Barr. RLS, L-3174, dated 29 September 1992, Job No. 920914. Bearings are relative to N.C. Grid North (NAD 27). No JOB Too SMALL! There is EXCEPTED easement of water right as fully described in deed of record in Book 132, at page 494, Ashe County Registry, and reference is hereby made to said recorded deed for specific de­ scription of same. A Perfect Christmas Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • P0 Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Oifl (Subscription for... In Ashe County Name • $36.00 Address Spnead A Lmle Holiday Cheen wnh Fmends and Family... Send them a Jeppeitscit POST-IT Ncrre! City • $33.00 State. Out-of-County (AII) A. 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Making that goal a reality is part of the mission of the newly established Center for Entrepreneurship at Appala­ chian. Located in the Walker Col­ lege of Business, the center was created to provide op­ portunities for business and non-business majors to learn about entrepreneurship. The center helps provide realworld entrepreneurship ex­ periences for students, sup­ ports research, and helps expand educational opportu­ nities and interactions with successful entrepreneurs in the region and around the world. "Public officials at local, state, national and inter­ national levels increasingly recognize the need for en­ trepreneurship as an eco­ nomic development tool," says Bryan Toney, director of the center. "It is particu­ larly important in western North Carolina where many traditional industries have declined in recent years. The future economic devel­ opment of western North Carolina is critically related to the region's ability to grow from within, rather than rely exclusively on recruitment of relocating and expanding firms." Jason Berry, a 2002 grad­ uate of the Walker College of Business, knew from age 12 that he wanted to own his own outdoor outfitters busi­ ness some day. Thanks to courses in entrepreneurship that he took as part of his management and marketing major, Berry is well on his way. Berry is general man­ ager of Footsloggers in Boone and Blowing Rock and in the second year of a multi-year buyout of the popular store. "I had known what I want­ ed to do for a while, so it was in the back of my mind every class I took," Berry said. He started working at Footslog­ gers his sophomore year, and by his junior year, Berry had approached the store owner about playing a larger role in the business. "Developing a business plan as part of an entrepre­ neurship class helped me think practically and logical­ ly about the time frame (for buying) and the seasonality in this type of business," Ber­ ry said. One of Berry's goals is to open other Footsloggers stores across the region. Other entrepreneurship activities in the Walker Col­ lege of Business, and now sponsored by the center, include the annual Carole Moore McLeod Entrepre­ neur Summit in which busi­ ness owners from a variety of areas participate in pre­ sentations and panel discus­ sions. As part of the summit, students participate in the "Pitch Your Idea in 90 Sec­ onds" during which time they present their business ideas to a panel of entrepreneurs. The winning student or stu­ dent team receives a $1,000 cash prize. As seniors at Appalachian, Jon West and Chad Ledford started a business that grew out of a winning pitch in the contest's Most Likely to Suc­ ceed Online category in 2005. Each invested $500 to estab­ lish 3tailer.com, a search en­ gine optimization company. In six months, they sold a part of the business for half a million dollars. The center also sponsors workshops and seminars on entrepreneurship that are open to the general public. For more information about the center, contact Toney at (828) 262-6196, toneybc@appstate.edu or visit www.entrepreneurship. appstate.edu. speaking. It may be difficult to listen respectfully and not correct them, but respect your children's rights to have and express opinions. Be espe­ cially patient when younger children are speaking- some­ times it takes them longer to find the right words to ex­ press their emotions. Also, pay attention to non-verbal messages your children are communicating through the tone of their voice, their fa­ cial expressions, their energy level, or changes in their be­ havior. Resolution: Create more "family" time. Family time does not have to be elaborate. Simply mak­ ing time to sit down and eat dinner together as a fam­ ily - with the television off - creates valuable memories for all family members. Find activities your whole family can participate in and pursue those activities. Also, avoid over-planning family time. A simple game of tag, viewing a movie as a family, or watch­ ing the stars together are great bonding opportunities for everyone involved. Resolution: Model good behavior. Teach your children how you want them to act. Model that behavior in your own life. Take time to talk to your children about why certain behaviors are wrong or unac­ ceptable. Be a positive role model and remember chil­ dren are watching and learn­ ing from you all the time. If you expect to be treated with respect, treat your children with respect. If you say no yelling or hitting, then do not scream or spank. Resolution: Ask for help. Being a parent is hard. Take advantage of resources in your child's school and your community to help tackle par­ enting challenges. Asking for help is a sign of strength, not a weakness. Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina is a state­ wide, citizen-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to the prevention of child abuse and neglect in all its forms. Our network of affiliated agencies, members, and volunteers work in a collaborative man­ ner with community, state, and national groups. Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina turns information into ac­ tion by developing sound child and family oriented community-based prevention programs, public awareness activities, educational initia­ tives, and training programs. Founded in 1979, Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina is a state chapter of Prevent Child Abuse America. For ad­ ditional information, please call 1-800-CHILDREN or vis­ it www.preventchildabusenc. org. Some New Year's resolutions for parents December 6, 2006 - As each New Year approaches, we begin to make resolutions to better ourselves. For 2007, Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina encourages parents to make resolutions that will benefit their whole fam­ ily. Resolutions ranging from creating more "family" time to communicating clearly can truly make a difference in a family's functioning. Resolution: Use effective discipline. Children will test your limits. Often, children forget what they are supposed to be doing, so be clear about your rules. Make them a part of the process when deciding upon rules. State your rules positively and frequently. Make them "Do's" rather than "Don'ts." Set rules that are appropriate for your child's age. When a rule is broken, take away a privilege (video games, watching TV, etc.) or use a time-out. Be sure to be ready, willing, and able to fol­ low up on the consequences or the rule will not be effective. Resolution: Listen to ver­ bal and non-verbal messages. Avoid cutting children off before they have finished Return to your v j]\b\e ...iSdn angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. Superior Pontiac Buick GMC Welcomes Mary Taylor to the Sales Staff Holidav Stocking Give-A-Way! Friday, December 22nd Matthew 1:20 Mary Would tike to indite alt her friends & neighbors to stop by, disit, and see why Superior is Ashe County's GM Superstore f ASHE COUNTY'S @ SUPERSTORE Pontiac • Buick • GMC 409 tost 2nit Street • West Jefferson. NC M IIRCURY © 2006 by King Features Syndicate, Inc World rights reserved. mmMsheMotors.com 13361246-7183 Give A Toj, Get A fREE Phone! West Jefferson, NC • 336-24S-8815 Shop Online at www.clicksuperior.com Dr. Hank Clay, Jr. is proud U announce the addition of Heather Herman, FNP to his staff. 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Please call 982-2158for your appointment, ^— ym a, Merry Gfri&tman and a M(af>f>y. \eto \'//ear from (Ar. ffianJt (day, ffr. am/ < Mfj/P I �PAGE 12B FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS New church library to honor Rev. Bruce Roten On November 12 one of Ashe County's most beloved and influential citizens was honored at Mt. Paddy Church. The church recently remod­ eled the old sanctuary and converted it into a library. At a special dedication service it was named the Bruce Roten Library. During the service Jack Norman, a long time friend and fellow minister shared his memories of Roten and how, from the late sixties until the present, he had been a won­ derful influence and friend. He also shared his memories of the times spent in the 'up­ per room,' a small apartment located at Roten's house that held many of his books. Following Norman's re­ marks, the floor was opened for others to share in how Ro­ ten had impacted their lives. Among those speaking from the floor was Jim Mitchell who spoke of how many times over the years that Roten had been there for him and his family. Mitchell is from the Rich Hill community, where Roten was instrumental in remodeling and reopening the Rich Hill Methodist Church. Bracel Roten then spoke and shared how Bruce had held a special service for her after she had won the teacher of the year in only her second year of teach­ ing, and how much that had touched her and inspired her in her teaching career. Imogene Bracken then spoke of how Bruce and Annie Roten had allowed her and her two daughters to move a mobile home into their back yard, and how the family had lived there for over 25 years. She also spoke of Bruce Ro­ ten's influence on her daugh­ ters, causing them to remain in the church and living for the Lord. Dennis Hamby, Jerry Cal­ houn and others also shared how much Roten meant to them and how he was always there for their families and them. The truth of this echoed throughout the afternoon as people shared many experi­ ences of Roten's influence upon their lives. Pastor Tim Roten then shared his thoughts and mem­ ories of Bruce, and how, for nine years, he and the other young ministers studied un­ der the teaching of this godly man, impacting their lives and ministry. He also shared many personal thoughts of Bruce, and how he had helped mold him into the person and pastor that he is. As the honor service con­ cluded, a video was shown with pictures of Roten and some of the people he had touched dur­ ing his life. The song "Thank You" by Ray Boltz was played, creating a fitting end for such an emotional service. The service then moved into the old sanctuary. Don Spurgeon, the south central district superintendent of The Churches of Christ in Chris­ tian Union, was on hand to of­ Photo courtesy of Rev. Tim Roten Pictured left to right: Pastor Tim Roten, Rev. Jack Norman, Rev. Bruce Roten, Rev. Don Spurgeon. ficiate the dedication service. He presented Roten with a plaque which stated "Bruce Roten Library dedicated in honor of Bruce Roten on No­ vember 12th 2006 for his love of God, his devotion to people, Post Photo by Linda Burchette Shoppers found some wonderful samples of Ashe County greenery this past Saturday at the Ashe County Farmers Market In West Jefferson. Mac Ham, a vendor and a manager for the market, showcased his wreaths and roping, and beautifully decorated green boughs were available from Michael and Amanda Burkett. Amanda is pictured (in back) along with Brianna Faulkner (peeking through the wreath) and Juanita Faulkner. The Holiday Green Days at the farmers market concludes this Saturday, Dec. 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Find the greenery you need along with crafts and homemade goodies from Ashe County vendors. his passion for knowledge and his service to the church." He then conducted the dedication. Following this, Roten stood and thanked the church for making his dream come true. He said "other than a Chris­ tian school, this was a life long dream. A place where people could come and learn." Following the dedication service, a reception was held where everyone had the oppor­ tunity to share with Roten and his son, Lloyd, just how much both of them have meant to them and their churches over the years. Mt. Paddy hopes to be able to open the library to the pub­ lic in the spring of 2007. Post Photo by Linda Burchette There was a good turnout of folks checking out local businesses and job opportunities during the Career Fair on Nov. 30 at Family Central. Sponsored by Wilkes Community College, the event brought employers and potential employees together in a casual atmosphere of shared information. Job Fair was success Greenery Day at market 3+& rt S Little elves 99 The JeJ/crson post will publish a speeial "Little 0lve«" page on December 22. for only $15.00, we will place a photo of your favorite "Little 01f and include name, age and most lovable "elf feature, you may place a photo of your child, your pet, your Grandparents, or whoever you wishl Deadline to place ads is Dec. 15th at 5pm. Wo// I' ' • : • • :: '• Grandma Clf \ j has the prettiest • • ' flower garden • •• • • •in •town! • • *• • • • • • V Girl, 0 , d +T ' - 9 Sueh fa ppy e/^ 4M Celebrate this memorable event bH running a photo of ijour child on our social page to be published on December 22 . ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15th BY 5 PM. Fill out the form bclotu & return to: # Fill out the following form and send your payment & photo to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808 Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Or come bi) our ofpee at 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson. Please include payment of $15.00 & pboto o( i|Our babi). � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 24 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-12-08 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/3d3194ccf60086ee7a680eb240ee583f.pdf a44beed20fc965943a48382003b1552a PDF Text Text ASU to play for national title Tuesday page 6A December 12, 2006 Lady Huskies defeat Falcons 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpo8t.com page 6 Varsity men now 3-1 for season Volume 81, Issue 99 page 6 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Two arrested in tag office investigation by Jim Thompson Editor Two women were arrested Dec. 6 and face a total of 60 charges in connection with the investigation into the now-closed West Jefferson tag office. Inspectors with the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles arrested the former license holder of the office, Linda Mi­ lam Howell, 54, of West Jef­ ferson, and a former employee of the office, Kimberly South Eastridge, 25, of Crumpler. Each faces the following charges: •12 counts of embezzle­ ment; •12 counts of obtaining property by false pretenses; •three counts of financial identity fraud; and •three counts of misde­ meanor notary violation According to the warrants filed by NCDMV Inspectors Danny Barlow and T.R. Adkins, the alleged embezzle­ ments took place between 2003 and Aug. 31, 2006. They totalled $12,844.50, which the warrants allege the suspects "unlawfully, willfullyy and fe­ loniously did knowingly mis­ apply and convert to (their) own use." According to Marge How­ ell of the NCDMVs Raleigh office, the obtaining property See Arrests, page 5 Town moves ahead on ABC referendum by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor West Jefferson residents will soon know when they will have an opportunity to vote on location of an ABC store in their community. Mayor Dale Baldwin plans to meet with Board of Elec­ tions Supervisor John Shep­ herd on Wednesday to request a date for a referendum. Bald­ win said the town board has been waiting until Shepherd completed work on the No­ vember general election and canvassing of votes before asking him to work on the planned referendum. West Jefferson Aldermen voted unanimously in early November to call for a refer­ endum on an ABC store and on-premises sales of mixed drinks. Alderman Jerry Mc­ Millan said at that meeting that an ABC store will pro­ vide tax revenue for the town and that restaurant opera­ tors have been waiting for the board to request a referen­ dum. West Jefferson voters ap­ proved on-premises sales of beer and wine in 2002. The town has had off-premises sales of beer and wine since 1979. County records show that referendums in 1979 and 1983 resulted in the refusal of an ABC store in West Jef­ ferson. Shepherd said that once he receives a written request for a referendum, the board of elections must set a date no sooner than 60 days or later than 120 days from the date of official notification. If he re­ ceives the request on Wednes­ day, the date should be set sometime between the middle of February and the middle of April. At last Thursday's meeting, the West Jefferson Board of Aldermen approved a resolu­ tion to not have absentee bal­ lots for the ABC referendum. The issue of early voting was not mentioned. According to the Board of Elections office, early voting for a general election means voters can cast their ballots at the Board of Elections office in the courthouse for up to two weeks prior to the election. Absentee ballots are mailed out to eligible voters who then return their completed ballot by a specified date prior to the election. Whether early voting or absentee ballots are allowed for a special referen­ dum such as being planned for West Jefferson could not be answered by press time. Photo courtesy of Scott Ballard Debi and Dale Hudler of West End Wreaths at the National Christmas Tree Association meet­ ing in Portland, Oregon with the grand champion wreath in the decorated category. Local growers take national wreath titles It was an Ashe County sweep at the National Christ­ mas Tree Association meet­ ing in Portland, Oregon this fall as West End Wreaths and Omni Farm took the top two 8pots in the wreath competi­ tion. West End Wreaths won first place nationally (compet­ ing against winners of other state-level contests) in the decorated wreath category and Omni Farm won the blue ribbon in the undecorated category. The tables turned around in the undecorated wreath competition, but Ashe kept the win in-county as Omni won for the best undec­ orated wreath with West End coming in second. "This was a huge event not only for Ashe County, but for the North Carolina Fraser Fir to take these top spots in the backyard of the Noble Fir," said Scott Ballard of West End Wreaths. "North Caro­ lina had a large contingent of representatives at the nation­ al meeting, but the folks on the west coast certainly had more in attendance. For West End and Omni to walk away with the top two spotB in both categories is tremendous." "There is a neat back story to our win in the decorated class,"added Ballard. "We had begun negotiations with the local florist shop Petal Push­ ers to produce a more high- end product this season as we were getting ready for the national competition. When I asked them to decorate the wreath for the national com­ petition, they initially agreed. But Alice later asked me to reconsider because all of their Christmas materials were in­ accessible in storage at the time and they didn't think they could produce what we wanted. I was undeterred be­ cause I thought it gave us the opportunity to create some­ thing unique and different," said Ballard. "So I walked through the shop and together we select­ ed items they could use that See Wreaths, page 5 Good neighbor saves Creston woman's life—two times by Jim Thompson Editor Post photo by Linda Burchette David Blackburn, Nicole Jones, Keith Franklin and Shelby Roten help wrap up the Children's Christmas Project at Family Central Monday morning. Gifts will be distributed on Wednesday, Dec. 13 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. from the gym at Family Central. When Margie Johnson needed help, she didn't need to look farther than next door. The Creston woman has suffered a series of ministrokes that have affected her health, and she lives alone. Some time ago, a young woman named Tammy Keyes moved in next door. Mrs. Johnson, whose ill­ ness has made it hard for her to swallow some kinds of food, got choked about three months ago. Unable to breathe, she ran into her neighbor's apart­ ment, and gestured as best she could. "Tammy realized what was wrong and asked me if I needed the Heimlich maneuver," she said. "She did it, and the food came out and I could breathe." A few minutes more, and the ending might not have been so happy. Then, on the Friday after Thanksgiving, Mrs. Johnson was alone in her apartment when she apparently suffered another mini-stroke and passed out, falling. "I heard Tammy calling me through the door," she recalled, as she regained some conscious­ ness, "asking me to open the door if I could." Soon, Keyes was in the apartment, call­ ing 911 and staying with her neighbor until the ambulance arrived. Now, Mrs. Johnson is back home, and busy get­ ting ready for Christmas. "I send 50 cards to our soldiers," she said. "I try to do God's work here when I can't go to church." About Keyes, she said, "She saved my life twice and I want to say thank you. She has been a wonderful neigh­ bor to me." Deal on Centura building falls through by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor A controversial building in West Jefferson will remain in the town's hands after the board of aldermen voted last Thursday to not confirm its sale to a potential buyer. The town accepted a high bid of $480,575 for the for­ mer Centura Bank building late last year by Dr. Humberto Barrios of Florida, who sought purchase of the prop­ erty through an upset bid process. Barrios was given a date of Jan. 15 to close on the sale, but contamination Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jefTersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com of soil on the property was discovered and Barrios asked for an extension until he could learn more informing the town he could not receive financing because of the con­ tamination. A site assessment re­ vealed an intermediate level of contamination most likely from underground fuel tanks when the property was used years before as a gas station, and the state does not require cleanup as long as the soil is undisturbed. A special state trust fund will reimburse the cost of cleanup should the owner of the property decide to clean it up. Barrios missed several closing dates on the property, and his representative Wil­ liam Self visited two weeks ago, said Mayor Dale Bald­ win. The town had heard nothing since then, so the board of aldermen decided to cancel the sale. Mayor Baldwin said he didn't want to put up with the closing delays any lon­ ger, that Self was supposed to have contacted him by that day and if he didn't that the sale would be canceled. Night of drama in Glendale There will be a special night of drama, sing­ ing, and praising as Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs performs their annual Youth Christmas Drama on Sunday, Dec. 17. This year's drama, entitled "A Christmas Crisis", is under the direction of Phyllis Ashley and Amanda Smith will feature some of the county's finest youth. The drama will begin at 6:00 p.m. For more information and/or directions, Town Attorney Jim Reeves said the decision to cancel the sale would have to come from the board of aldermen, and since it is a different board than the one that approved the sale the members might want to reconsider the situa­ tion. He also said that no one had really pushed Barrios to close on the property and that a demand to close might be considered. Reeves and Interim Town Manager Kathy Howell agreed that the property is a financial burden to the town (at about $40,000 annually) and it should be sold or the town needs to get a better re­ turn on its investment. The property has town water so no well is needed and the soil need not be disturbed. Despite Reeves' sugges­ tion to put more pressure on Barrios to close on the sale, the board voted not to con­ firm the sale and to continue leasing it to the Ashe County Democratic Party, which used the property as a campaign site for the November elec­ tion. The Democratic Party will continue the lease at $200 a month plus utilities, please call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. New tag office opens Tuesday RALEIGH — Starting Tuesday, Dec. 12, full vehicle registration services will be available at the Jefferson driver license office. The new tag and vehicle registration office is located in the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles driver license office located at 303 Court St. The office will be open each week Tuesday through and should the town decide to sell the building will have at least 30 days to vacate the property. "In my opinion, it's good to have somebody in the building, but that's up to the board," said Mayor Baldwin. Alderman Jerry McMillan made the motion to not con­ firm the sale and to continue leasing the property to the Democratic Party. Reeves said the town can negotiate with a private buy­ er to sell the building but the price must be above the bid approved for Barrios. Thursday, from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 5 p.m. The driver license office will continue to be open five days a week. In addition to applying for driver licenses, cus­ tomers may also renew vehicle registrations, and transfer plates and titles. Senator-elect Steve Goss, D-Watauga, and Rep.Elect Cullie Tarleton, D-Watauga, were instru­ mental in getting the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles to open this temporary facility, following the closing of the West Jefferson tag office last month. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2006 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Ann B. Smith Memorial Gardens. The fam­ ily will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Tuesday prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Smith is survived by: Two sons: Dr. David H. Smith of Easton, Maryland and Michael C. Smith of Green Bay, Wisconsin. One brother: Kenneth Bower of West Jefferson, NC. Three sisters: Audrey Hur­ ley, Madge McNeill, and Ruby Little, all of Jefferson, NC. Also surviving are two grandchildren. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website at www.ashelawn. com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. Easton, Md. February 7, 1920 December 7, 2006 Ann B. Smith, age 86, of Easton, Maryland died Thurs­ day, December 7,2006 at Wil­ liam Hill Manor in Easton, Maryland. Mrs. Smith was born Feb­ ruary 7, 1920 to the late George and Hattie Bare Bow­ er. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clem O. Smith, Jr. and her son, Phil­ lip George Smith. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at 11 a.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Reverend Ken Morris will officiate. Burial will follow in Ashelawn Thurman Franklin Hamby Fleetwood June 9, 1928 December 8, 2006 Thurman Franklin Hamby age 78 of Fleetwood, NC, died Friday, December 8, 2006 at the Margate Health and ReHab Center. Mr. Hamby was born in Ashe County, NC on June 9, 1928 to the late Ben and Mary McNeill Hamby. He was pre­ ceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Baird Hamby and a Wanda Sue Denny Ham Jefferson November 23,1946 December 5, 2006 Mrs. Wanda Sue Denny Ham, age 60, of Jefferson, died Tuesday morning, December 5, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services were held on Thursday, December 7, 2006 at 7:30 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Cha­ pel with Rev. Ken Howell and Rev. Darrell Graybeal officiat­ ing. Graveside services were held on Friday, December 8, 2006 at 11 am at Ashelawn daughter, Kathy Fazio. Funeral services were held Sunday, December 10,2006 at 2 p.m. at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Dean Watson officiated. Burial fol­ lowed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family will re­ ceive friends Sunday, Decem­ ber 10, 2006 from 1-2 p.m. at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Hamby is survived by: two sons, Jimmy Hamby of Georgia and Garvey Hamby of Jefferson; four daughters, Judith Hamby Ham and Debbie Grubb both of Fleet­ wood, Sandi Parag of South Carolina, and Diane Tilley of Statesville, NC; three sisters: Nola Walls of Jefferson, NC, Shirley Watson of Fleetwood, NC, and Annie Goodman of West Jefferson, NC; a brother, Walter Hamby of Delaware; 20 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren, greatgreat-grandchildren and sev­ eral nieces and nephews. Send condolences to the family by visiting our website at www.badgerfuneralhome. com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 7:30pm on Thursday, prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Ham was born in Ashe County on November 23, 1946. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Denny and stepfather, Russ Greer. She was a homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Lee Roy Ham; two sons, Anthony Ham and wife, Sandra and Adam Ham, both of Jefferson; a daughter, An­ nette Ham Vannoy and hus­ band, Steve, of Jefferson; a brother, Tommy Greer, of Vi­ las; a sister, Linda Farmer, of Creston; four grandchildren, Candace Wilcox, Kayla Ham, Heather Ham and Arianna Vannoy; two great-grandchil­ dren, Skyler Hart and Brianna Wilcox; several nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to: Hospice of Ashe, P.O. Box 421, Jeffer­ son, NC 28640. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Grady Albert Greer Millers Creek, NC June 26, 1932 December 6, 2006 Grady Albert Greer, age 74, of Boone Trail, Millers Creek died Wednesday, December 6, 2006 at Wake Forest Univer­ sity Baptist Medical Center. Funeral services were held Saturday, December 9, at 11 a.m. at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with the Rev. Clayburn Roten and Rev. Johnny Phillips, Jr. officiating. Burial followed in Mountlawn Me­ morial Park. Mr. Greer was born in Ashe County, June 26, 1932, to Ri­ ley L. and Dollie Adkins Greer. He was a member of Pleasant Valley Baptist Church. Mr. Greer was the owner of G & Marvin Autry Jr. Fleetwood May 3,1939 December 7, 2006 Marvin Autry Jr., 67 of 752 James St., Fleetwood, N.C., formerly of High Point, died Thursday December 7, 2006 at the Kindred Hospital in Greensboro. Mr. Autry was born May 3, 1939 in High Point, the son of Frank Marvin Autry Sr. and Winfred Perry Autry. He was a former owner of Autry Plumbing and Heating and retired from A.C. Corpora­ tion. He was a member of First Baptist Church in High Point, N.C. On June 18, 1960 he mar­ ried Linda Hepler and she survives at the home. Surviving in addition to his wife is two daughters, Perry Upton and husband Kent of High Point; Jody Cofoit and husband Brad of Jimmy Wade Miller West Jefferson April 10, 1942 December 10, 2006 Jimmy Wade Miller, "bet­ ter known as Jim," age 64 of West Jefferson, NC, died Sunday, December 10, 2006 at his son's residence. Mr. Miller was born in Ashe County, NC on April 10, 1942 to the late Ed and Isabel Mash Miller. He was preceded in death by his wife, Florence "Peggy" Jarvis Miller and a son, Tommy Miller. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at 2 p.m. at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. J.D. Walton and Rev. Tom Stuart will offici­ ate. Burial will follow in the Miller Cemetery. The fam­ ily received friends Monday, December 11, 2006 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Badger Funeral Home. Memorials donations may be made to the family in care of Badger Funeral Home, PO Box 139, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Mr. Miller is survived G Vinyl Wholesale and Greer Trucking. In addition to his par­ ents, Mr. Greer is preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jo Hicks Greer. Mr. Greer is survived by: one son, James Albert Greer of North Wilkesboro; three daughters, Kathy Jo Greer Gragg of Millers Creek, Deborah Kay Greer Stikes of Wilkesboro and Kelly A. Greer Black of Jefferson; eight grandchildren; and five great grandchildren. The family received at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home from 6:00 until 8:00 Friday, December 8, 2006. Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com. South Barrington, 111.; one son, Frank M. Autry III and wife Sandra of Mocksville, N.C.; one sister of Rebecca Turner of Kernersville; three grandchildren, Taylor, Jor­ dan and Sydnee Autry. Funeral services were 2 p.m. Sunday at Sechrest Chapel on East Lexington Ave. by Dr. Jack Causey and the Rev. Clyde Hall. Inter­ ment followed in the Blue Ridge Baptist Church Cem­ etery in West Jefferson, N.C. at 4:30 p.m. The family received friends at the Sechrest Fu­ neral Service Saturday from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Memorials may be direct­ ed to Ashe Service For Aging, P.O. Box 9 West Jefferson, N.C. 28694. You are invited to share your thoughts and fond mem­ ories with the family through www.mem.com. by: a son, Donnie Miller of West Jefferson; two daugh­ ters, Virginia Tomlinson of Fleetwood, NC and Joann Pope of Jefferson, NC; two brothers, Andy and Dean Miller of Lenoir, NC; two sisters, Carol and Cathy Sheets of Laurel Springs, NC; a special nephew, Gary Miller of West Jefferson, NC; nine grandchildren: Dakota and Cheyenne Miller, Brandy Miller, Nicole Edwards, Randy Barker, Darlene Patrick, Lorrie Tomlinson, Amanda Tomlinson, and Debbie Rikard; two great- grandchil­ dren: Savannah Patrick and Joseph Barker; and several nieces and nephews. Send condolences to the family by visiting our website at www.badgerfuneralhome. com. Badger Funeral is in charge of the arrangements. Martha Mae Taylor Segraves West Jefferson March 19, 1917 November 27, 2006 Mrs. Martha Mae Taylor Segraves, age 89, of West Jef­ ferson died Monday morning, November 27, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services were held on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home with Rev. Fred Jennings and Rev. Sonny Thomas officiating. Entombment followed at Ashelawn Memorial Gardens of Prayer Mausoleum. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home. Mrs. Segraves was born Mabel Maggie Price Newark, Del. November 23,1940 November 26, 2006 Mabel Maggie Price of Newark, Del., passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2006, at the age of 66. Ma­ bel was born and raised in Creston, NC, the daughter of the late Alonzo and Carrie Allen and has lived in New­ ark for many years. Mabel was employed by Glen Eagle Apartments in Newark for 26 years. She was proud to have been a grandmother and she loved and cared for her fami­ ly. Mabel will be sadly missed by her family, Mark Price, his wife Laura and their children Courtney Price and Sephanie Nowlin; Karen Price Brighthaupt; her husband Edward and their children Carrie Brighthaupt and Thomas Brighthaupt; and Kevin in Ashe County on Monday March 19, 1917 to the late Wiley Everette Taylor and to the late Ethel Cox Taylor She was a Homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Lewis Segravesfour sons, Jerry Segraves and wife, Joyce, of West Jefferson, Johnny Segraves and wife Phyllis, of Laurel Springs! Garland Segraves and wife Patty, of Sparta and Garnett Segraves and wife, Sherry, of Fleetwood; a daughter, Ethel Baker and husband, Junior, of Crumpler; two brothers Dean Taylor and Mick Taylor! of Glendale Springs; three sisters, Loretta Neaves, of Crumpler, Wylene Fitzger­ ald, of Wilkesboro and Ma­ rie Setzler, of Ohio; twelve grandchildren; twenty great­ grandchildren; a great, great grandchild; several nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to: Baptist Chapel Church Cemetery, c/o Tommy McClure, 142 Ray Davis Road, Lansing, NC 28643. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Price, his wife Melissa and their children Michael Price and Sarah Price, sisters Bernice Baldwin and Betty Jane Eastridge; brothers Elmer Al­ len, Gene Allen and Alonzo Allen; niece Shannon Bald­ win; nephew Greg Eastridge; and a host of other nieces and nephews. Mabel was preceded in death by her brother Ned Allen and sister Jane Allen. Family and friends were in­ vited to Mabel's Life Celebra­ tion and viewing on Thursday November 30, 2006 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Beeson Funeral Home of Newark, 2053 Pu­ laski Highway, Fox Run, (302) 453-1900, where her funeral service was held at 7 p.m. In­ terment was private. 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Anti-icing is a process in which a chemical treatment is sprayed on roadways up to 48 hours before the onset of winter precipitation. The anti-icing agent coats the roadways and prevents ice and snow from bonding to the surface during the first hours of a storm. Use of the agent is a preventive mea­ sure that saves time and allows the department to al­ locate its resources more ef­ ficiently. Gov. Mike Easley has de­ clared Dec. 3-9 as Winter Weather Awareness Week in North Carolina and is re­ minding citizens and busi­ nesses to prepare now for snow and ice storms. For in­ formation on winter weath­ er preparedness, visit www. ReadyNC.org. In addition to preventive treatments, NCDOT is ready to use salt to treat roadways after precipitation has ac­ cumulated. The department is able to store more than 150,000 tons of salt and uses between 50,000 and 60,000 tons during a typical winter. NCDOT has more than 3,100 pieces of equipment and more than 6,000 employ­ ees available to clear North Carolina's state-maintained roadways. The department's array of snow and ice clear­ ing equipment includes more than 2,500 trucks equipped with plows and spreaders, 632 front-end loaders and backhoes, 650 motor grad­ ers and five snow blowers. NCDOT also outfits pick-up trucks with snowplows to clear less traveled roads. The agency gives first pri­ ority to clearing interstates and four-lane divided pri­ mary routes that are essen­ tial to the movement of in­ trastate and regional traffic. After these roads are clear, priority moves to clearing lower volume primary roads and other secondary routes. The complete snow clear­ ing policy can be found at: http://www.ncdot.org/doh/ operations/dp_chief_eng/ maintenance/road_main/ Roads/snowcler.html. Additionally, Bio-agricul­ ture is an emerging indus­ try that will fuel economic growth. WCC has received multiple grants totaling $321,209 from BioNetwork which will be utilized in the horticulture technology pro­ gram. WCC is positioning it­ self to lead the way in plant tissue culture, seed testing and other leading edge bioagriculture developments. North Carolina is ranked #3 in the US in biotechnol­ ogy and the North Carolina Community College System BioNetwork is the leading network of specialized biopharmaceutical training in the US. In early November, WCC received $1.2 million from the Golden LEAF Founda­ tion on behalf of the North­ west North Carolina Ad­ vanced Materials Cluster for development and implemen­ tation of advanced materials programs. This will benefit research and development, job creation, job retention as well as the transition of jobs to the new economy. Instruc­ tional space for the emerging advanced materials industry will be needed in the future. The ongoing partnership between the community col­ lege system and the North Carolina Motor Sports Asso­ ciation is predicated on the notion that the motor sports industry is having a signifi­ cant economic impact on the state and that community colleges are poised to assist with training the industry's workforce. WCC is one of four community colleges that will expand its program offerings as part of the North Carolina Motor Sports Initiative. Combined, these four ini­ tiatives have a projected job growth of more than 2,700 new jobs over five years and a projected economic impact of $67,750,000. The new fa­ cilities to be constructed on the WCC campus will estab­ lish the foundation for future growth and development of these growing industries. Grant to spur 2,700 regional jobs Wilkes Community College has received a grant in the amount of $925,000 from the North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges. The grant will be combined with $225,000 from the WCC En­ dowment Corporation for the construction of facilities to expand programs in the Industrial, Engineering and Customized Industry Train­ ing Division that support the existing and emerging indus­ tries of building construction, bio-agriculture, advanced materials manufacturing and motor sports. The construction will com­ plete phase one of the Next Step Campaign. The cam­ paign funded the construc­ tion of the new science and technology building, two stu­ dent parking lots, and the acquisition of an additional acre of land on Collegiate Drive. "Our original plan for phase one was to build a shell of a facility to house the expanded applied technol­ ogy offerings," says WCC Vice President of Development "B" Townes. "With the recent grant award and a contribu­ tion from the WCC Endow­ ment Corporation, we will now be able to finish the inte­ rior space and secure equip­ ment." "It is important to note that the contributions of community members and our local business and industry were factors that led to our grant award," Townes contin­ ued, "We are able to show the state board that our commu­ nity believes in and supports the mission of WCC and that strengthens our grant re­ quests." The new facilities will en­ able the expansion of services and professional development opportunities through both continuing education and as­ sociate degree based educa­ tion for the people in Wilkes, Ashe and Alleghany counties and beyond. The four indus­ try clusters that will benefit from the new facilities are all areas that will promote local and regional economic growth. John Hauser, Dean of the Industrial, Engineer­ ing and Customized Indus­ try Training Division, states, "Economic and workforce de­ velopment is not new to WCC, what is new is this opportu­ nity to construct facilities to broaden our program offer­ ings in response to the chang­ ing economy in which we now live and work. We are pleased with this grant award from the NCCCS and support from the WCC Endowment Corpo­ ration to be able to provide expanded technical educa­ tion and training for the citi­ zens of our region. Coupled with the Northwest North Carolina Advanced Materi­ als initiative, this project will provide our region with yet another cornerstone to our continued efforts to develop a sustainable economy and place our region at the fore­ front of leading technologies as our region evolves from traditional manufacturing to advanced manufacturing." According to US Depart­ ment of Labor statistics, the building construction indus­ try is expected to see a pro­ jected job growth of more than 1,500 jobs over five years. In Wilkes County alone, a build­ ing boom is expected as the Laurelmore development by the Ginn Corporation begins to take shape. Sunday hunting studied RALEIGH, N.C. (Dec. 6)— A majority of North Carolin­ ians are against allowing hunting on Sunday, while hunters are split on the mat­ ter, according to an evalua­ tion presented Wednesday (Dec. 6) to the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission. Hunting on Sunday is currently against the law in North Carolina, with the ex­ ception of certain military installations under federal jurisdiction. Only the Gen­ eral Assembly can change the law, which has been in effect since 1869. Wildlife Commission­ ers approved presenting the study to the governor and the General Assembly, with no recommendation attached. Earlier in the meeting, the commissioners voted 9-5 to recommend that the General Assembly approve allowing Sunday hunting, but after a break, the commissioners rescinded that action unani­ mously. The eight-month study was initiated at the request of Gov. Mike Easley in 2005 and conducted by Responsive Management, a Harrison­ burg, Va.-based research firm that specializes in natural resource and outdoor recre­ ation issues, in conjunction with Virginia Tech. Research­ ers were asked to explore views on Sunday hunting, determine possible economic impacts, and what Sunday hunting could mean for hunt­ er recruitment and retention, among other goals. "Today, we received and reviewed the Sunday hunt­ ing study, which gives us our first glimpse at a valid esti­ mation of public opinion on this controversial issue," said Richard B. Hamilton, execu­ tive director of the Commis­ sion. "We are presenting the results to the legislature for their information and review. Any action to legalize Sunday hunting must be enacted by the General Assembly." Opposition to hunting as outdoor recreation and a sporting heritage isn't a seri­ ous consideration in the Sun­ day hunting issue. The study reports that citizens of the state overwhelming approve of hunting overall, by an 81 percent margin. The study showed 65 per­ cent of the general public opposes lifting the ban on Sunday hunting. Most cited religious or faith-based rea­ sons for their oppo­ sition. Twen­ ty-five percent support legalizing hunting on Sunday. A majority of support­ said ers the most convinc­ ing reason to allow hunting on Sunday is that it should be a personal choice, not a govern­ ment deci­ sion. Most cited hav­ ing addi­ tional op­ portunities to hunt as a factor in their sup­ port. Prior to this report, no definitive study on the issue had been conducted in North Carolina. "Responsive Manage­ ment is one of the few firms in the world that specializes in public opinion research related to hunting and other natural resource issues," said Dain Palmer, human dimen­ sions biologist for the Wild­ life Resources Commission. "Responsive Management and Virginia Tech used sci­ entifically based methods to assess the views of North Carolinians on the issues surrounding hunting on Sun­ day. They talked with citizens and hunters across North Carolina, through mail sur­ veys and phone interviews to gather opinions and input for the study." The General Assembly also directed the agency to con­ duct a second study to evalu­ ate the possibility of allowing restricted Sunday hunting on specified game lands. That study, which will include a public comment period begin­ ning in January, is ongoing. ASHE COUNTY HISTORY - GREAT GIFT! "1799: North Carolina's Northwest Frontier" (1750-1865) by R u f u s M y e r s Call 336-846-3994 or 046-6321 Free Brochure or mall $30 to P.O. 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Heather will be available for appointments on Monday. Tuesday and Wednesday. Please call 982-2158 for your appointment. m ytf/t/iMjjfou a. (ferry Ghnutinia* an a {) . ,/ a A / r c( n \ euf J ' r f o /a r m 6/fyy, ((/r. and«M[f/P Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 South Street • Jefferson, NC • 336-846-9642 �inion u IC ...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newsPaP®^® TUESDAY, without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, Editorial A welcome visit to Ashe The welcome visit of Sen. Marc Basnight, D-Dare, the president pro tem of the N.C. Senate, opens the door for opportunity for this county and region. It is no secret that Basnight is one of the most powerful and influential people in the state. After 22 years in the Senate, he is the consumate Raleigh insider, who knows just how to help the folks back home. From our perspective, there is something else unique about Basnight. As North Carolina's pop­ ulation has shifted from rural to urban in the past several decades, power in the North Carolina House of Representatives has shifted with it. Rep. Liston Ramsey, D-Madison, was the last truly rural speak­ er. But as Basnight pointed out during lunch at Frasers earlier this month, he came to the Senate from a basi­ cally poor, rural district. His background is con­ struction and the restau­ rant business in a coastal area heavily dependent on tourism for survival. Better than any recent state leg­ islative leader, he under­ stands where we are—and put himself on the record that he would help us. That can translate into better roads and more support for education. We appreciate the time Basnight took in coming here, and in his obvious support for one of his new­ est colleagues, Sen. Steve Goss, D-Watauga. As the dust settles in Raleigh and a new (we expect and hope new) House speaker appears, we trust he or she will pay us a visit in company of our new representative, Cullie Tarleton. Even before taking office, both Goss and Tarleton have shown themselves to be responsive and quick to act to aid this county. The case in point, of course, is the temporary tag office that opens today at the license office in Jefferson. Thanks to their quick work, our vehicle dealers as well as dozens of indi­ viduals have been saved the expense and annoyance of a lengthy drive. We hope that is just the beginning of two successful years for both men—and the counties they serve. If these first two years turn out well, there is every reason to think Goss and Tarleton may become "reg­ ulars" in Raleigh. Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. 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OOPPLER Gf® pitOFESSOg '•' 3(^5^5" To the Editor: Hi, I'm Laura, a 3rd grader from Blue Ridge Elementary School, and I've been noticing that almost every piece of land beside the road is covered in soda cans, happy meal bags and even more. Why can't people take their trash to the dumpster? Isn't that why they invented dumpsters: to throw your trash into? If I'm seven and I know how not to pollute, then why shouldn't somebody that's 50 know how not to pollute? Some people are complaining about pick­ ing up road-kill in the road. Well a lot of that road-kill is from the animal eating pol­ lution. So stop pollution and stop some road kill. We're supposed to be "America, the Beautiful," not "America, the Trashy." PAGE 4 DECEMBER 12, 2006 , -SOOTHSAYER -HURRICANE ^3 I PK0QN0ST\CAT0R -AUUMINUWr SIDING > 6® '(X OK- SO THE CRYSTAL BALL WAS ALITTLE OFF THISYEAR--LET'S JUST Thanks, Margate! the first grade, when we are compelled to "pledge alle­ giance", before we even know what that means, forced to Laura Rose Calhoun proclaim that we are a nation Age: 7 with "liberty and justice for Grade: 3 all." If your starting point for Warrensville evaluating the world is the To the Editor: belief that this nation is mor­ I am currently a student (Editor's note: We thank Miss ally superior to every other at Wilkes Community Col­ Calhoun for taking time to nation on Earth, then you lege, Ashe Campus, and I am are not likely to question the enrolled in the Human Ser­ send in her opinion on this President when he says we vice Curriculum, and plan to important issue. We would are sending our troops here or graduate in May 2007. Part encourage more of her class­ To the Editor: mates and other students By looking at the number there, or bombing this or that, of my curriculum requires me to share their views on this of votes received by Demo­ in order to spread our values; to perform a 160-hour intern­ democracy, liberty, and let's ship that is related to my field page.) crats in Ashe compared to not forget free enterprise, to of study. the number of votes for Re­ My purpose for submitting publicans it's clear evidence some place in the world. Our idea of our moral superiority this letter is to express my that many Republicans just didn't bother to venture out is surely not based on our be­ appreciation to Ms. Heather havior toward people in other McLamb, Administrator of into the big bad voting vor­ parts of the world. Is it based Margate Health and Rehab tex which sucked up more on how well people in the Center in Jefferson, N.C., for votes for the Democrats. In United States live? The WHO allowing me the opportunity a county where the parties seem to enjoy numerical par­ in 2000 ranked countries in to perform my internship To the Editor: ity it's possible that a number terms of overall health and with Margate Health and Re­ On December 9 I attended of Republicans voted for the US was thirty-seventh hab, and for the support she a meeting at the Pond Moun­ Democrats? No, I don't think on the list, though it spends proyided me. tain Fire Department. I was so. Republicans were just lazy, more -for* health' care ithan I also wish to express-my very impressed by the at­ apathetic, or dumb, or all the any other .nation. One of five gratitude to Barbara Eldreth, children in this, the richeBt Mary Chatham, and Becky tendance and was proud to above. be invited to have an annual What is going to be a real country in the world, is born Venable of the Activities De­ Christmas Dinner with such a treat is watching the post elec­ in poverty. There are more partment, and to Tom Fowler fine group of volunteers. I got tion / pre election feast. Dem­ than 40 countries that have and Jennifer Russell of the better records. Cuba does Social Service Department, a chance to meet some char­ ocrats will be devouring each other. Obama is a new kid on better. There is a sure sign of for sharing their knowledge ter members who have been sickness in society when we serving since the first blocks the block, as is the witch from lead the world in the number of their departments, and for New York, and old timers like the encouragement and sup­ were being laid, as well as Ju­ Biden, Durbin and Kerry who of people in prison; more than port they provided. What I nior Fire Department Mem­ lust for gratification are not two million. learned from each of them has bers who will meet the needs going to sit quietly by while George Washington been very helpful in prepar­ of the future. We had a won­ these upstarts jump line on warned that "overgrown mili­ ing me for my field of study. derful evening of fellowship them in their quest to reach tary establishments" are "in­ Although I can't recall and even the children got a the virtual power whore of auspicious to liberty." Eisen­ all the names of other staff special visit from Santa and the presidency. It will get de­ hower again warned that "the members and employees of Mrs. Claus. While observing lightfully ugly and not lack­ military-industrial complex" Margate, I thank them for threatens "our liberties" and these special volunteers I was ing in entertainment for con­ welcoming me and for their our "democratic processes." encouraging words. While reminded how lucky we are servatives. Yeah, we lost the election For decades these warnings there as an intern, I witnessed to have such dedicated people but as the old saying goes, have been ignored by our gov­ how they provided exemplary who care about our safety and "there's some good in all ernment and the public.Today, care to the residents, and well being. Many volunteers we have a militaristic empire evil". treated the residents with received recognitions and with more than 700 bases great respect. Their dedica­ awards for excellence and Bill Reed III in practically every country tion in providing such quality high quality service. I am Crumpler in the world, the very thing of care allows the residents to that Washington and Eisen­ writing this editorial not only maintain their well-earned hower had warned us about. to share my appreciation for dignity. The collusion between the the opportunity to spend the In closing, I would like to military and the corporations evening with a great group of it dominates our express my gratefulness to that support individuals but to also bring government; and the corpo­ the residents of Margate for attention to the needs of all rate media manages to keep being receptive towards me our community volunteers. the public in the dark about and letting me be a part of These folks give precious time this. The US is a very self-de­ their lives by sharing their and energy and we are all bet­ luded nation and that nest of life's stories. With each visit ter off because of their heroic liars who occupy Washington with the residents, I felt that To the Editor: efforts. I recently attended work full time to maintain they were providing therapy I believe in liberty but not the delusions. A man rose for me. an event with members of the enough to want to force it at a meeting in Charlotte to Ashe County Rescue Squad, upon anyone. Our leaders are tell Bush that he's never felt Terry M. Grubb as I ate a wonderful meal not honest. They bombard us more ashamed of the leader­ West Jefferson many of the members were with phrases like "national ship of his country. He said on calls helping accident vic­ interest," "national security," Bush has asserted his right tims on a Sunday afternoon. and "national defense" as if to tap phone calls without a I would like to encourage these concepts applied equal­ warrant, to arrest people and everyone to support our lo­ ly to all of us. As if GM and hold them without charges cal volunteers. Our county Halliburton have the same and to revoke a woman's right interests as us. As if King to an abortion, among other The editorial page of the is growing and these fine George has the same inter­ things. He was booed by the Jefferson Post is available, men and women are working est as the young person he audience. The Bush Admin­ free of charge, for readers harder, spending more time sends to war; In the history of istration is never dull. Illegal to express their views. All away from their own loved lies this is a biggie. There are it takes is a letter to the ones to meet our needs. Often classes with different inter­ invasions, illegal torture, il­ editor. The subject of the these volunteers work with ests in this country. The his­ legal criminal tribunals, ille­ gal wire-tapping, blatant lies, letters should be a matter equipment that is out dated tory of our country is a history booming deficit spending, of community interest and and in need of replacement or of slave owner against slave, hurricanes ignored, proposals should be limited to 700 major repair. I am dedicated landlord against tenant, cor­ signed into law without Con­ words. to assisting our local rescue poration against worker, rich gressional approval? The only Letters must be signed against poor. If citizens un­ reason it's controversial that and law enforcement efforts with an address and derstand that the President, Iraq is in civil war is because but I need the support of the phone number for verifi­ community to highlight this Congress, Supreme Court, all Genghis bush is resisting the those institutions pretending • term. Why doesn't the US cation purposes. Only the crucial issue. I would encour­ to be "checks and balances", press just ignore them when writer's name and com­ age the people of Ashe Coun­ do not have our interests at they start saying ridiculous munity will be published. ty to voice strong support for heart, we are on a course to­ Letters must not be libel­ things like that? I think the our local fire, rescue and law wards the truth. Not to know ous and no poetry will be owners of the national media enforcement officers. It takes that is to make us helpless accepted for publication. profit by collaborating with all of us working and stand­ before liars. The belief provid­ the gov't. In a system with Please address: To the ing together to make a differ­ ed by the educational system any accountability, the bush Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. and from our culture in gen­ government would be gone. ence. Box 808, West Jefferson, Gary T. Barber eral; that the US is an espe­ NC 28694 or email to West Jefferson cially virtuous nation makes Craig Dudley jthompson@jeffersonAshe County us vulnerable to government post.com. deception. It starts early, in Letters to the Editor Election Visit to Pond Mtn. I believe in liberty Express your views Commissioner �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2006 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT f|i£|-pi ^ ^ Timothy Eugene Elliott, Sr. Creston December 11, 1923 December 2, 2006 Timothy Eugene Elliott, Sr., better known as "Tim", age 26, of Creston, died Sat­ urday, December 2, 2006. Funeral services were held on Friday, December 8, 2006 at 2 p.m. at Rich Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Tommy Dol­ lar, Rev. Carlton Houck and Pastor Tommy Beaver offici­ ating. Burial followed in the Brown Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, December 7, 2006 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Elliott was born in Ashe County on Friday, October 17, 1980 to Jerry Smith Elliott and Betty Dawn Sheets El­ liott Baker. He worked as a lineman for a telephone com­ pany. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Ashlyn Faith Lois Jones Sheets Warrensville February 16, 1916 December 5, 2006 Lois Jones Sheets, age 90 of Warrensville, NC, died Tuesday, December 5, 2006 at her home. Mrs. Sheets was born February 16, 1916 in Ashe County to the late Ar­ thur and Elizabeth Parsons Jones. In addition to her par­ ents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Sheets; daughter and son-inlaw, Doris and Joseph Sheets; two brothers, James and Rev. Earl Jones; two sisters, Vergie Harless andMinnie Lewis; a granddaughter, Jennifer Ran­ dolph and a grandson, Jay Allen Laws. She was a mem­ ber of Flat Grove Mtn. Union Baptist Church and attended as long as she was able. She enjoyed gardening and quilt­ ing. Earl Dean Dowell Jefferson October 26, 1933 December10, 2006 Earl Dean Howell age 73 of Jefferson, NC, died Sunday, December 10, 2006 at his res­ idence. Mr. Howell was born in Ashe County, NC on October 26, 1933 to the late Spencer and Beulah Howell. He was a veteran of the United States Army. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at Shelter Baptist Church. Rev. Ken Howell and Rev. Lloyd Day will officiate. Burial will follow in the Scott-Blevins Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday, ^ Elliott, on April 23, 2001. He is survived by a son, Timothy Eugene Elliott, Jr., of the home; his father and step­ mother, Jerry Elliott and Cin­ dy Perry, of Warrensville; his mother, Betty Dawn Sheets Elliott Baker, of Mooresville his grandmother, Virginia Jones, of Warrensville; two sisters, Deanna Elaine Beebe, of Mooresville, NC and Jenni­ fer Renee Pokorny, of Denver, NC; seven aunts; six uncles; three nieces and two nephews also survive. Flowers accepted or memo­ rials may be made to: Timmy Elliott, Jr. Scholarship Fund, c/o State Employees Credit Union, Attention: Sandy El­ liott, PO Box 790, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Visitation was held from 1 to 2 p.m., Friday, December 8, 2006 at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Burial followed in the Welch Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: High Country Health Care System Hospice, PO Box 421, Jefferson, NC 28640. Mrs. Sheets is survived by a son, William Sheets of An­ napolis, Md.; three daughters, Mabel Segraves of West Jef­ ferson, Ina Mae Scott of Hick­ ory, NC and Matrel Jones of Warrensville, NC; a brother, Clyde Jones of West Jefferson, NC; and two sisters, Hazel Gilbert and Danish Hodgson both of West Jefferson, NC. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.ashelawn. com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. December 12, 2006 from 1 to 3 p.mi at Shelter Baptist Church. Mr. Howell is survived by: two sons, David Howell of Crumpler, NC and Danny Howell of Jefferson, NC; a daughter, Donna Lyons of Crumpler, NC; four brothers, Roger Howell of Crumpler, NC, and Dale, Ronnie, and Mike Howell, all of Jefferson, NC; three sisters, Hilda Brookshire of Wilkesboro, NC and Freda Hardy and Geneva Phillips, both of Jefferson, NC; three grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews Send condolences to the family by visiting our website at www.badgerfuneralhome. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Gingerbread homes decorate Jefferson Landing bv Linda Burchette cm by phone (982-4449) nrK., by son, Kvniinn0iQ80..i,wQior by Assistant Editor email until 5 p.m. on Monday, Come see a deliciously de­ Dec. 18. Highest bidder by lightful holiday display at Jef­ that time will be deemed the ferson Landing, and make a winner and winners may col­ bid to take home a sample. lect their gingerbread houses Hansel & Gretel Holiday after that date. Checks should House Extravaganza II is a be made payable to the Ashe special fundraising project Partnership for Children. to benefit Ashe Partnership The gingerbread houses in for Children and specifically this year's fundraiser are: the Dolly Parton Imagination •"Christmas on the New Library. Nine magnificent River" by Matt Robinson gingerbread houses are pro­ and Harry Scott of Jefferson vided by participating local Landing; businesses, restaurants and •"Ashe County Candy Cab­ individuals, and auctioned off in" by Jean Williamson; prior to Christmas. •"Imagine That" by Diane The gingerbread houses Harless and Linda Rodgers; will be displayed at The Club •"The Enchanted Castle" at Jefferson Landing through by Dick Copus of The Winners Dec. 18. People will be able Circle; to bid on the beautiful but •"Oops, Santa" by Susie inedible creations and own Nickerson; a gingerbread house for the •"Christmas in the City" holidays. Bids follow a silent by Rozie Bolac of Frasers Res­ auction format. Bidders will taurant; need to register with Jefferson •"The Old Lady and the Landing and receive a num­ Shoe" by Michael Yelton and ber to place their bids in per­ Shane Graybeal of Michael's Arrests Post photo by Linda Burchette A gingerbread village at Jefferson Landing. 102 North; •"Christmas at Grandma's" by Angie Farmer; and •"The Gingerbread Lodge" by Annie Brown. For more information, call Jefferson Landing at 9824449. The gingerbread houses are on display in the entry foyer of the Club. The public is invited to view and bid on the houses. Wreaths continued from front page continued from front page by false pretense counts stem from Howell and Eastridge al­ legedly having "charged twice for notarizing documents for dealerships." The ID theft counts, ac­ cording to Howell, involved checks. The warrants charge the two women, "did knowing­ ly use identifying information, the name of another person... without that person's consent, with the intent to fraudulently represent that the defendant was the other person for the purpose of making financial transactions..." The notary violations al­ lege the two had notarized documents "outside the pres­ ence of the prinicipal or the subscribing witness." According to Howell, the two have been released from custody under $10,000 unse­ cured bonds. rflEKICflri RE8TA were already on hand. While the traditional connections to Christmas are mainly the bow and the wreath itself, everything else consisted ar­ rangements based on color and their (Petal Pushers) ar­ tistic design." These wreaths are available to the public from both West End and Petal Pushers by preorder. "Sure, they cost a little more," add­ ed Ballard, "but who can say that they have a champion­ ship caliber wreath on their door?" LOST DOG REWARD OFFERED t ,V * 11' / Female brown & white Aussie I German Shepherd Mix Answers to "Molly" Missing since Sunday morning from East Jefferson, near Family Central & Bare Electric Please call 977-9053 (days) or 982-5145 (nights) Dine In or Carry Out • Beer & Wine Sales 247-8 Mountain Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-2133 Buy any dinner plate and receive the second for 1/2 price (must be equal or lesser value) WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE TOWN OF JEFFERSON, NC Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held by the Jefferson Board of Aldermen at the Town Hall on the 21st of December, 2006, at 7:00 pm, for the purpose of considering an amendment to the zoning ordinance. The proposed amendment is as follows: Rezone from RA-15 Low Density Residential to Highway Business at 4.012 acres owned by the Leigh and Jennie Derby located on McConnell page 2 for more obituaries Superior Pontiac Buick GMC Welcomes Mary Taylor to the Sales Staff Mary Would (ike to inOite all her friends & neighbors to stop by, Visit, and see Why Superior is Ashe County's GM Superstore Street formerly the Old Hospital. Parcel Identifiers are 09263-001-378. MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY The public is urged to be present for this important meeting. A copy of the proposed ordinance and map are on file in the Clerk's office for inspection by all interested citizens. 423-727-5113 Cathy L. Howell, Town Clerk We're Decking The Halls, So Come One, Come All Customer Appreciation Day Thursday, Dec. 14th - 9:00am to 4:00pm Christmas Treats & Refreshments (fruit & vegetable trays, cheese balls, candy & more!) 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Jefferson Road - 336-246-9800 FDIC YADKIN VALLEY BANK www.yadkinvalleybank.com y �Tuesday- December 12 Friday- December 15 JV/Var Basketball HOME JY7 Var Basketball HOME vs. vs. Wilkes Central 4 p.m. Surry Cent. 4 p.m. Wrestling away at Hibritin 6 p.m. Saturday December 16 Blue Bulldogs Basketball W restling away at at Johnson County 5 p.m. North Iredell Invit. 9 a.m. Freshman Basketball at Johnson County 7 p.m. E-mail us: Sports<2>JeffersonPosc.com This week in Husky sports Appalachian plays for National Title by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, N.C. - Led by 100 yards performances from running back Kevin Richard­ son and quarterback Armanti Edwards, No. 1 Appalachian State University racked up 353 yards on the ground and secured its second-straight berth in the NCAA Division I national championship game with a resounding 4924 victory over fourth-seeded Youngstown State on Sat­ urday at Kidd Brewer Sta­ dium. With its school-record 13th win of the season, Appa­ lachian (13-1) is set to square off with No. 3 Massachusetts (13-1) on Friday (Dec. 9) at Finley Stadium in Chatta­ nooga, Tenn. Kickoff is set for 8 p.m. on ESPN2. With 145 and 110 rushing yards, respectively, Richard­ son and Edwards both topped the 100-yard mark for the third-consecutive week. Pri­ or to the duo accomplishing the feat for the first time on Nov. 25 versus No. 13 Coastal Carolina, ASU hadn't had two 100-yard rushers in the same game since 2003. Behind Edwards and Rich­ ardson, the Mountaineers dominated from the outset. Richardson, the Southern Conference Offensive Player of the Year, notched 141 of his 145 yards and Edwards, the league's Freshman of the Year, totaled 178 yards of offense on nine rushes and 7-of-7 passing to spark the Apps to 343 yards before the break and a 28-14 halftime lead. The duo accounted for all four Mountaineer touch­ downs in the first half - Ed­ wards on an 18-yard pass to Hans Batichon and a sixyard run and Richardson on runs of one and 18 yards. Things continued to go downhill for Youngstown State (11-3) after halftime. Thanks to Marques Murrell's second sack of the afternoon, YSU was forced to punt from its own end zone on its first possession of the second half. The snap on the fourth-and23 was low and YSU punter Joe Bishop was only able to get off an eight-yard punt. One play later, Edwards scored from 10 yards out and the rout was on. Appalachian scored twice more in the final period on a 25-yard touchdown run by true freshman Devon Moore and Edwards' career-high third rushing touchdown of the game, an eight-yarder that stretched the lead to 4917. YSU added a late touch­ down to account for the final margin. In addition to the 110 on the ground, Edwards com­ pleted 10-of-12 passes for 164 yards. The performance gave the Greenwood, S.C. native 2,105 passing yards and 1,072 rushing yards for the season, making him just the second freshman and fifth player overall in NCAA Division I history to throw for 2,000 yards and rush for 1,000 in a single season. Missouri's Brad Smith (2002) 4 . K, - ' A i 14 •c rs Photo courtesy of goasu.com Armanti Edwards threw for 164 yards and ran for 110 more, becoming just the fifth player in NCAA Division I history with 2,000 passing yards and 1 ,000 rushing yards in a season. was the only other freshman to ever accomplish the feat. Most recently, Texas' Vince Young achieved both mile­ stones a year ago. Not to be overlooked by ASU's playoff-record 517 yards of offense was the per­ formance turned in by the Mountaineer defense. The Apps held the Penguins with­ out a first down until early in the second quarter and held YSU's Marcus Mason, the nation's second-leading rush­ er coming in with 1,726 yards coming in, to 121 yards, 38 below his average. Fifty-eight of the Walter Payton Award finalist's 121 yards came af­ ter Appalachian had opened up a three-touchdown lead. Murrell led the defensive effort with two sacks, a forced fumble, a quarterback hurry and a pass break-up. Safety Jeremy Wiggins led the team with 10 tackles and broke up a pair of passes. Fellow safety Corey Lynch chipped in with nine stops, two pass break-ups and his second in­ terception in as many weeks since returning from a severe elbow injury. The win was Appalachian's 27th-straight at home, send­ ing its senior class out with­ out a loss in four years at The Rock. ASU's last home loss came in the first round of the 2002 playoffs, a 14-13 setback to Maine. Its 27-game home winning streak is the longest in the NCAA Division I Foot­ ball Championship Subdivision (FCS - formerly I-AA) and second-best in all of Division I, behind only Southern California (32 games). Ticket information for next week's national cham­ pionship game is available here. NOTES: Saturday's atten­ dance of 18,040 at 16,650-seat Kidd Brewer Stadium was an ASU postseason record (prev 15,307 - 2005 semifinal vs! Furman). Besides Edwards, Smith and Young, the Divi-' sion I players to pass for 2,000 yards and rush for 1,000 in the same season were Morehead State's David Dinkins (1999) and Clemson's Woodrow Dantzler (2001). ASU moved to 2-2 all-time in the national semifinal round. Appalachian is looking to be­ come the first back-to-back national champion since SoCon-rival Georgia Southern won consecutive titles in 1999 and 2000. Lynch's intercep­ tion gives him 23 takeaways in 41 career games. With 12.5 sacks on the season and 35.5 for his career, Murrell is just a half-sack shy of matching his own single-season school record (13 in 2005) and one behind ASU's career mark of 35.5 (Josh Jeffries, 19992002). ASU just missed on having three 100-yard rush­ ers, as Moore finished with a career-high 86. Lady Huskies soar past Falcons scoring a quick basket for the Huskies just twenty The Varsity Lady Huskies seconds into the game. The opened up their conference Huskies then went on to schedule this past Friday in score another five points in East Bend and claimed their two minutes to take the score third win of the season. The to 7-2. However, the Huskies Huskies defeated the Falcons offensive run came to a stop from Forbush High School and the Huskies only scored by a 26-point margin, with a two points in the final four score of 59-33. minutes of the first quarter. The Huskies opened up The Falcons took advantage the contest by Kelly Hudler of the Huskies drought and by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaitlin Smith applies tough defensive pressure on the Falcon ball handler while Shelly Barker (#24) and Katie Gammons (#25) work hard to deny the next pass. cut the Huskies lead to only two points at the end of the first quarter, 11-9.. The Huskies were determined not to let the run by the Falcons in the first quarter hinder their attack and when the second quarter opened up, the Huskies outscored the Falcons 9-0 in the first four minutes of the second quarter. With the seconds winding down in the first half, a buzzer beater by Larken Mikeal concluded the amazing second quarter by the Huskies. In the second quarter, the Huskies outscored the Falcons by twenty points, 25-5, and headed into halftime with a commanding lead and the score was 36-14. The Huskies first half momentum seemed to paralyze the Falcons, as they were unable to mount an offensive run against the Huskies in the second half. With great defensive pressure, the Huskies held the Falcons to only seven points in the first four minutes of the third quarter. The Huskies also appeared to have difficulty finding the bottom of the net, Photo by Michael Graybeal Kendra Yearick drains a free throw to give score one of her seven points. and was only able to score six points in the first four minutes of the third quarter. With four minutes remaining in the third, the Huskies had doubled the Falcons score, and were in control See Lady Huskies, page 7 Photo by Michael Graybeal Larken Mikeal scores two of her 12 points in Friday night s victory over Forbush. Husky Men claim third victory by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter ioto by Michael Graybeal Tommy Spagnolo scores two of his career high 27 on this shot, while Tatum Lemly (#32) works hard for rebounding position in Friday night's game in East Bend. The Varsity Men's Huskies headed into Friday night's game with an impressive 2-1 record and following a 80-66 victory over the Falcons stood at 3-1 for the season and 1-0 in conference. The action opened up fast for the Huskies when Tommy Spagnolo posted up and received a beautiful lob pass from his teammate and laid the ball up for two points in the first 20 seconds of the game to give the Huskies the quick 2-0 lead. Neither team could gain a substantial lead, and following four minutes of action; the Huskies narrowly led the Falcons, 10-9. The remainder of the first quarter was a mirror image of the first four minutes, except that the Huskies were able to gain a three-point lead following a basket by the Huskies in the final seconds of the quarter, to take the score to 21-18. The second quarter opened up with the Huskies jumping out on an 8-3 run in the first three minutes of the quarter. A fast break lay-up by Parker Johnson gave the Huskies a33-25 lead and sparked an offensive run by the Huskies. Photo by Michael Graybeal Coleman Payne scores a point for the Huskies on this Technical free throw. Payne finished the contest with eight points. Coleman Payne was able to knock down a threepointer on the Huskies next possession, and Daniel Wain added six points with backto-back three pointers for the Huskies. This offensive spurt by the Huskies increased their lead to 42-31 with two See Varsity Men, page 7 « . . im A heads up to Coleman victory over . . „ , Photo by Michael Graybeal play from Daniel Wain when he passes the ball Payne for an easy two points in Friday night's Forbush. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2006 PAGE 7 Appalachian women's basketball now 5-4 by Appalachian Sports Information - WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - Appalachian State Uni­ versity women's basketball team forced 28 WinstonSalem State turnovers on its way to a 66-52 victory, Tuesday night at the C.E. Gaines Center in WinstonSalem, N.C. The Mountaineers im­ prove to 5-4 with the win, while the Lady Rams drop to 2-7 on the season. Appala­ chian shot 52.2 percent from the field, while Winston-Sa­ lem State shot 41.5 percent from the floor. ASU took ad­ vantage of the Lady Rams' 28 turnovers, converting 22 points off of turnovers. Freshman GiGi Thomas (Tallahassee, Fla.) led the ASU offense with 16 points. Senior Jaime Bennett (Woodstock, Ga.) and junior Whitney Tossie (Oviedo, Fla.) added 15 and 14 points, respectively. Tossie added four steals, while Bennett led the team with six re­ bounds. Shalonda Carter paced the WSSU offense with 22 points and a game-high eight .rebounds. Eight of her 22 points came from the charity stripe. Kadina Bald­ win and Lavontay Johnson added seven points apiece. With a 42-28 halftime advantage, Appalachian used ap 8-5 opening half run to reach its largest lead of the game of 17 points, 50-33, at the J1:14 mark. WSSU outsccred ASU, 16-6 in the next teven minutes to cut the had to seven at 56-49 withjust over three min­ utes remaining in the game. Beinett quickly snapped the mcmentum with a layup 20 sa-onds later. The Mountaineers hit seven free throws down the stretch to hold of the Lady Rams' comeback and clinch a 66-52 win. Both teams got off to slow starts in the opening half, with the first field goal coming at Winston-Salem State's end courtesy of Lavontay Johnson at the 18:07 mark. Appalachian took a one-point lead off a Grimes' three-pointer at the 17:26 mark. With the Lady Rams holding a one-point, 15-14 lead, the Mountaineers ended the first half by outscoring the home team, 16-9 to go into the locker rooms with a 31-24 lead. Lady Mountaineers defeat University of New Orleans 85-70 - NEW ORLEANS - Five Mountaineers scored in eight rebounds. double-digits as the Ap­ Sophomore Whitney palachian State University Ketner (Spartanburg, S.C.) women's basketball team recorded her first career defeat the University of New double-double with 12 points Orleans by a score of 85-70. and 11 rebounds. The 6-1 Appalachian committed guard/forward bettered her just 17 turnovers on the day, career-best rebound perfor­ forcing 20 by the home team. mance, which she set last Appalachian shot 53 percent night, by two. Freshman from the field and 77 percent GiGi Thomas (Tallahas­ from the charity stripe. ASU see, Fla.) and junior Maria also out-rebounded its op­ Grimes (Birmingham, Ala.) ponent with 34 boards, 11 on stepped up for the Moun­ the offensive end. taineers with 16 and 14 Junior Whitney Tossie points, respectively. (Oviedo, Fla.) led ASU with New Orleans was led by 21 points, despite play­ Le'Della English with 28 ing just 24 minutes due to points. Le'Della earned allfoul trouble. The 5-9 guard tournament honors for the earned all-tournament hon­ Lady Privateers. Candice ors, averaging 19 points in McGee led the team on the the two games. Tossie added boards with eight rebounds four steals and four as­ and added 12 points. Jada sists. Senior Jaime Bennett Fraizer joined her team­ (Woodstock, Ga.) came one mates in double-digits with point short of her career10 points. high with 17 and added Tossie scored 11 points in Appalachian men advance to 2-0 in SOCON games by Appalachian Sports Information boro, N.C.) led all players with 14 points and added 10 -CHARLESTON, S.C.- 4>- rebounds for his third-con­ palachian State men's bas­ secutive double-double. Six of ketball used its second 2)-2 his boards came off the offen­ run in as many games, -his sive glass. Doug McLaughlintime at The Citadel to pppel Williams (Reston, Va.) added a second-half comeback and nine points and six rebounds. edge the home squad, 16-52, The Bulldogs were paced by at McAlister Field louse J'Mel Everhart's 13 points. Monday evening. Appalachian faced a 31-24 The win completes a per­ deficit at halftime and that fect 2-0 start to the Moun­ margin only grew larger as taineers' Southern Confer­ the Apps were held without a ence season after a win at field goal for the first six min­ the College of Chariton on utes of the second half as the Saturday night. ASJ's over­ Bulldogs opened the half on a all record now stalls at 5-2 13-4 run to take a 44-28 lead. while the Bulldogsfall to 2-8 However, the Mountaineers overall with the la£ in their battled back, rattling off the SoCon opener. 20-2 run to take a 48-46 lead Jeremy Claytor (Greens- with three minutes to play on a McLaughlin three-pointer. Undeterred, The Citadel answered back to briefly re­ claim the lead, only to lose it and then tie the contest for the eighth time at 52-52 on a Demetrius Nelson layup with 48 seconds on the clock. ASU then took a two-point lead on free throws from McLaugh­ lin-Williams and Thompson, but two untimely ASU fouls gave The Citadel hope with under 10 seconds left. How­ ever, the Bulldogs woes con­ tinued at the free-throw line as they missed all three shots and finished just 2-of-9 from the charity stripe on the eve­ ning. With five seconds left in the contest, The Citadel sent Nate Cranford (Harrisburg, N.C.) to the free-throw line and the senior drained both shots to seal the victory and give the Mountaineers the fi­ nal 56-52 decision. The Apps scored 18 points off turnovers and limited their own errors in the sec­ ond half with just four. ASU's defense also clamped down on The Citadel's perimeter shooting and only allowed two three-pointers in the sec­ ond half after the Bulldogs hit six three-pointers and shot 55 percent in the first half. The Mountaineers also outrebounded The Citadel by five and held a decisive 16-7 advantage on the offensive heading into the fourth quarter, 63-55. The fourth quarter brought a tremendous spark out of the Huskies. Ethan Goodman opened up the fourth quarter by swishing a three pointer in the first minute of play. After four minutes of play, the Huskies had neither increased their lead, or let the Falcons cut into it, and still led by eight points, 7064. The Huskies continued to maintain an eight-point lead until Ethan Goodman got an open lay-up for the Huskies with one minute remaining in the game. At this point, the Huskies were leading the Falcons 74-64. The next possession for the Falcons was the final time the Falcons would score in the game. With 43.1 seconds remaining, a fast break for the Huskies looked doubtful until Daniel Wain tracked the ball down and found Coleman Payne open at the basket for an easy two points for the Huskies, and sealed the deal for the Huskies. After the final seconds were run off the clock, the Huskies had defeated the Falcons by a score of 80-66. This victory gave the Huskies their first conference win and their third victory of the season. The Huskies now stand at 3-1 for the season and 1-0 in conference and plan to increase to 4-1 and 20 when they host the Eagles from Wilkes Central tonight. the opening half, while Eng­ lish poured in 18 points in the first period. ASU shot 45 percent from the field, but did not make a three-pointer in the first 20 minutes of play. The Mountaineers and Lady Privateers went into halftime tied at 34 points apiece. The score remained close as the score became locked once again at 42 with 16:28 to go in the game. From that point, ASU used an 11-2 run to take a 53-44 lead with 14:16 to play. After several threatening runs by UNO, ASU extended the score to 85-64, reaching its largest lead of the night of 21 points with two min­ utes remaining in the game. The Lady Privateers ended the game with six-straight points, but it wasn't enough as the Mountaineers pulled out a 15-point, 85-70 victory. Ashe County Parks & Recreation Industrial Volleyball League The Industrial volleyball league began on November 28,2006 at Family Central, and the league would like to thank the players, staff, and most importantly the sponsors for making the league possible. The standing as of December 8,2006 are as follows: Ferguson Grading Sparta Merchants Phipps Construction Potter's Lumber AR Construction 4-0 3-1 1-2 1-3 0-3 Varsity Men — continued from pa.e 6 minutes remainag in the first half. The eaotion level increased on the''orbush side and the official slapped a player with a echnical foul on the Falcons *am with only 47.8 seconds rmaining in the first half. Foil wing Coleman Payne hittingone out of two of the technial free throws, the Huskiesied 47-35. The Huskies the closed out the first half wifi another basket and headed ato halftime with a 14-point lad, 49-35. The Hekies first half offense wfl dominated by Tommy Spgnolo, who scored 20 points and 14 of them coming ir the first quarter. Ethan toodman, Daniel Wain, anl Coleman Payne each addd six points in the first half for the Huskies also. When the action started in the third quarter, the Falcons appeared to be determined to cut into the Huskies lead. Following two minutes of play in the third quarter, the Falcons had narrowed the Huskies lead to eleven points. The Falcons then intensified their defensive effort and the Huskies were only able to score seven points in the next five minutes of the third quarter, and with only one minute remaining in the quarter were in front of the Falcons 62-55. The Huskies were able to increase their lead by one point in the final minute of the quarter and led the Falcons by eight points Lad? 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In the first two minutes of the quarter, the Huskies defense had held the Falcons scorelesi, while their offense scored five points to increase their tad to 25 points. The Huskies offensive run continued and the JHuskies defense only permitted three points for the Falcons to be scored in the first six minutes of the quarter. The Huskies offensive attack continued to puiish the Falcons when they possessed a 30-point lead with only two minutes remaining in the game, 5929. The Huskies then cruised to a 59-33 victory ovar the Forbush Falcons. The Huskies ofensiv attack received a booit froA Larken Mikeal, who sored J2 points for the Huskies Kely Hudler led the team If poirts, and Kim McNeil acHed an impressive 13 points. Kenira Yearick added sever to the Huskies attack, anc Slelly Barker and Lindse Fa gel added two points ean t> the Huskies scoring tota Coach Foster counted on the victory for th Huskies by saying "I am very pleased to get this conference win on the road. I thought this was the beit game that we have playec all season. Each player played a big part in this win. I can't express that enough. \te played hard, we played smart and we played together exactly the way we want <o play every game! I though; we did a good job of dictatiig the tempo. We played with intensity for 32 minutes, and Forbush never matched our intensity. Kelly Hudler had a great all-around game and Larken Mikeal gave us a huge boost offensively." The Huskies team attack recorded good numbers across the stat board and met 11 out of their 14-team objective. The team was able to shoot 45% from the field, 48% for two point field goals, 33% for three point field goals, and 69% from the free throw line. The team was also able to grab 26 rebounds, 11 offensive and 15 defensive rebounds, and also drew two charges. This victory takes the Huskies team record to 31 on the season and 1-0 in conference. 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Trophies and Plaques 6192 Hwy. 221-N • Jefferson • 982-7425 Sausage S Egg Biscuits fur *2.22 H �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Golden Leaf grants support agriculture Rocky Mount, NC (De­ cember 8, 2006) - The Golden LEAF Foundation Board of Directors has made three grants totaling $256,575 to the North Carolina Agricul­ tural Foundation. A Golden LEAF grant for $150,000 will improve the market for organic grains by increasing the number of North Caro­ lina farms producing organic grains, increasing the profit­ ability of organic grains on North Carolina farms already producing organic grains, and increasing the number of or­ ganically certified grain pro­ ducers in North Carolina. A grant for $71,145 will support work to develop a program to manage Pierce's Disease in grapes grown in the Piedmont region of North Carolina through pruning, insecticide treatment for vec­ tor control; and management or removal of disease hosts surrounding the vineyards. Pierce's disease is an infec­ tion, carried by insects, that can kill infected grape vines. A Golden LEAF grant for $35,430 will support work to identify superior, runner-type peanuts suitable for North Carolina, evaluate process­ ing quality of new varieties of peanuts, and provide mar­ keting opportunities for new varieties of peanuts. Run­ ner-type peanuts are used primarily in peanut butter and candy, and historically have not been grown in North Carolina. Golden LEAF administers half of the money received by the State of North Carolina from its settlement with ciga­ rette manufacturers. This grant was one of 72 grants totaling $17,220,953 that the Foundation made in its 20062007 annual grantmaking cy­ cle to qualified non-profit or­ ganizations and government agencies for projects that will help in North Carolina's transition from a tobacco-dependent economy and aid eco­ nomically distressed areas. The Foundation received 318 grant applications in this annual grant cycle. Rick Holder of Kinston, Golden LEAF board chair, said that the applications always are diverse. "Applicants look at their particular economic needs and priorities and then craft proposals they think will contribute t9 their long-term economic advancement," said Holder. "Analyzing the grants and obtaining information necessary for the board to make thoughtful decisions is a process with a lot of inter­ action involving applicants, staff, board members, and re­ view panels." "We are always concerned about two primary things: job creation and long-term economic advancement," said Valeria Lee, president of Golden LEAF. "Because, we are a diverse state, we know that what works best in one community or county may not be the answer somewhere else. Golden LEAF grants al­ ways reflect the reality that needs and priorities differ." 888.684.8404. The deadline for the next annual grant cycle is August 1, 2007. Eco­ The board made grants to qualified nonprofit applicants and governmental units in the following areas: Agricul­ ture - 19 projects totaling $1,827,073. Community As­ sistance and Education - 14 projects totaling $5,402,000. Economic Development - 4 projects totaling $1,275,000. Healthcare - 8 projects total­ ing $1,738,006. Tourism - 14 projects totaling $1,602,980. Workforce Preparedness - 10 projects totaling $3,420,894. Economic Catalyst - 3 proj­ ects totaling $1,955,000. The Golden LEAF Founda­ tion was established in 1999. Since its inception, Golden LEAF has made 542 grants totaling $199,451,470 to non­ profit organizations and gov­ ernment entities throughout North Carolina to help com­ munities make the transition from a tobacco-dependent economy and to retain and create jobs. Grant application forms are available on the Foundation's Web site www. goldenleaf.org or by calling nomic Catalyst grant dead­ lines are February 1, 2007 and May 1, 2007. Slide hits 321 RALEIGH — One lane of U.S. 321 in Caldwell County between the U.S. 321 widen­ ing project and Blowing Rock remains closed due to a rockslide that occurred Wednes­ day. Crews from the N C. De­ partment of Transportation are escorting traffic |hrough the area using a pilot dtr. The slide area is north of tie U.S. 321 widening project. " < NCDOT crews have deter­ mined that there are sections of rock near the highway that need to be stabilized bebre traffic can resume its noriial two-lane traffic pattern avd are working to determiie when the highway will reopen. , Motorists should expect significant delays and pro­ ceed with caution through this area. Crews may need to close this section of highway to make repairs. Motorists trav­ eling on U.S. 321 North are advised to take N.C. 18 Lenoir to U.S. 421 North in Wilkes County. They should then follow U.S. 421 to Boone in Watauga County and U.S. 321 South to Blowing Rock Southbound motorists should follow the reverse route. Traffic from Charlotte to Boone is encouraged to take 1-77 North to U.S. 421 North in Yadkin County to avoid the area completely. For updates, visit NCDOTs real-time travel information Web site www.ncdot.org/traffictravel. Information can also be obtained by calling 511, NCDOTs free travel hotline. Enter the Pizza PIUS / Jefferson Post PIZZA 2666/7 Football (Contest PLUS Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Pizza PIllS / Jefferson Post Football Contest! 1 I 11. 6. % J r LI 2006-'07 football Cotte&t Rules 1 1 .The games listed by number in each adversement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisments may contain 7. I more than one game. Simply write on the orrect lines in the 12. entry blank which team you think will win. I 2. At the bottom of the entry blank is.the Tiebr*ker. In the spaced 13. 8. I I 9. I 10. I I TIE BREAKER 1 NAME l*-i * I ADDRESS I 1 CITY I § I PITTSBURGH I @ STATE ZIP PHONE CAROLINA I The total number of points In this game will be... I I Weekly Winner Will Receive a indicated guess the total combined number ofoints that will be scored by both teams in that game. 3. A $25 cash prize and a $10 Gift Certificate-om Pizza Plus will be awarded to the entrant predicting the rost winners. In the event of ties the Tiebreaker will be employe to decide the winning entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker doeJnot break the tie the prize will be divided equally. 4. In the event games are postponed thy will only count in that week's contest if they are pjyed within that week's contest period. The contest pe0d covers games from Friday through the following Thursday. 5. Entries may be mailed to: Jefferson Post at P.O. Be 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 20$. Second Ave., West Jefferson. 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Tom Lane, President of General Assembly Corpora­ tion, in announcing Doss's role, noted that "GAC is go­ ing into a period of dramatic growth and market expan­ sion. Henry's skills in sales and marketing, as well as his operational expertise, will be a valuable addition to our Board and will provide significant guidance and direction to our growth. "Today, we are focusing our while still providing our highvolume customers with off­ shore alternatives," Lane said. "As we grow that side of our business, we will ramp up and improve our domestic sales and marketing focus. "Our growth objectives com­ pel us to sharpen our identity in the market place and to fos­ ter ever-increasing efficiency from our sales teams. I am confident that Henry will play a major role in driving us to achieve our demanding sales and revenue goals." Henry Doss is a former banking executive with Wa­ chovia and PNC Financial Services. He is Managing Di­ rector of DHRS Group, LLC, a Photo courtesy of General Assembly Henry Doss efforts on growing our domes­ tic sales and manufacturing, real estate development com­ pany, and President of HDV Business strategies. General Assembly Corpo­ ration's corporate headquar­ ters and primary manufac­ turing facility are located in West Jefferson, in western North Carolina's Ashe County. The company also has ISOcertified partner plants .in Thailand and China. A recog­ nized leader in the contract electronics manufacturing field, it specializes in printed circuit board assembly, elec­ tromechanical assembly, and complete-product assembly for equipment manufacturers throughout the United States and abroad. Parents want quality pre-k education, researchers find CHAPEL HILL - When selecting a pre-kindergarten, families often have to forego considerations of quality education for more practical needs, such as loca­ tion, school-home collabora­ tion and provisions such as meals. The findings are from a new national study by the FPG Child Development In­ stitute at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which examined how parents of children in pub­ licly funded pre-kindergarten (pre-K) programs define quality and select programs. The paper appears in the December 2006 issue of the journal "Early Education and Development." Families' definitions of quality are broader than re­ searchers'—parents want quality education and child care services. Many families surveyed said having a loca­ tion convenient to home or work was critical. In families with low incomes the avail­ ability of meals and extend­ ed flexible hours for single or working parents were impor­ tant. "More states are publicly funding pre-K programs.This study suggests that states need to consider parents' per­ spectives about quality when they design their programs," said Dr. Oscar A. Barbarin, lead author of the study. "Most families have only one public pre-K from which to choose, and poor families have little or no choice at all. They must set aside qual­ ity education to meet basic needs such as programs that provide access to health care services and nutritional food for their children," said Bar­ barin, an FPG fellow, and the Preyer Distinguished Profes­ sor for Strengthening Fami­ lies in UNC's School of So­ cial Work. "As a result, poor families often send a child to a program that is not op­ timal." The study also reflected significant ethnic • differenc­ es. White families are more likely to define quality based on a positive emotional cli­ mate. Among families living in poverty, Hispanics are more likely to factor in ser­ vices and blacks looked for good partnerships between school and home. Overall, parents charac­ terize quality care as pro- 'Tree of Life' honors people killed in wrecks RALEIGH — More than 1,500 people lost their fives in North Carolina traffic crashes in 2005, and this holiday season they will be remembered with gleaming fights on a "Tree of Life" to be displayed on the lawn of the State Capitol. Presented by the Governor's Highway Safety Program the Tree of Life" will be fit at 5:30 p.m. Friday by GHSP Director Darrell Jernigan, N.C. Mothers Against Drunk Driving Ex­ ecutive Director Craig Lloyd, and Stacy Koon of Graham. Koon's mother Faye was killed by an impaired driver in Janu­ ary 2006. The tree will be illuminated by 1,547 fights representing the number of people killed last year on North Carolina road­ ways. While the majority of the fights will be white, 431 of them will be red to remember those killed in alcohol-related crashes. Victims of impaired drivers will also be honored by MADD during its annual Candlelight Vigil. Lloyd will lead the an­ nual remembrance, which will conclude with the fighting of candles. Needham B. Brough- ton High School's vocal group the Madrigals of Raleigh will also perform during the cer­ emony. The "Tree of Life" will re­ main on display at the State Capitol through Jan. 5, 2007. >6 o The tree was donated for this purpose by the Cornett-Deal Christmas Tree Farm in Sugar Grove. The holiday "Booze It & Lose It" campaign will begin Dec.l and continue through Jan. 1,2007. Grading c„. All Types of Grading Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & Insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman Office* (828)963-4069 Cell • (828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-8610 viding an emotionally safe and responsive environment while academically prepar­ ing children for kindergar­ ten. Parents say that aca­ demically preparing children for kindergarten goes beyond letters, numbers and read­ ing. In their opinion, school readiness includes the devel­ opment of social skills, the ability to pay attention and being able to control behav­ ior and emotions. Participants in this study were a subset of families enrolled in the FPG-based National Center for Early Development and Learning's Multi-State Study of Pre-Kindergarten. Fully or partially state-funded pre-K programs were randomly selected from six states: Illinois, Georgia, Ohio, Kentucky, California (from greater Los Angeles and the Central Valley) and New York (from greater New York City to Albany). For more information, vis­ it www.fpg.unc.edu. Biography Henry Doss is President of HDV Business Strategies, and Managing Director of DHRS Group, LLC, a North Carolinabased real estate development company. As a business con­ sultant, he concentrates on branding, sales and marketing strategies, and operational alignment. Doss has over twenty-five years of business experience, primarily in banking and financial services. Prior to estab­ lishing his companies. Doss served as Senior Vice President Retail Banking, with PNC Financial Services in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, and Senior Vice President, Sales and Service with First Union National Bank (now Wachovia). During his banking career Doss was recognized as an au thority on financial services sales practices and Total Qual ity Management. He has managed large-scale technology projects, including system design and roll out. He has man­ aged large, diverse sales forces and has expertise in all areas of sales leadership, sales force automation, sales practices, incentives, training, and sales management. Doss has also conceived, developed, and implemented large-scale branding and operational alignment efforts in both telecommunica­ tions and banking. In addition to his professional activities, Doss has served in volunteer leadership positions with organizations includ­ ing UNC Charlotte (Past President, Alumni Board of Gov­ ernors; member, Foundation Board); Habitat for Humanity (board member); Olivet College (Trustee); the Charlotte, N.C., Chamber of Commerce; the United Negro College Fund; and Project Head Start. Doss's lifelong interest in politics includes serving in a number of different capacities at the local, regional, and national level. Doss's passion is music. As a singer-songwriter, he has recently had two of his original recordings achieve Top 40 status on national radio. Safe Surrender can protect newborns RALEIGH: In light of the recent incident of an aban­ doned baby in Wake Coun­ ty, the state Department of Health and Human Services is reminding the public-and especially mothers who might be overwhelmed-that North Carolina's Safe Surrender law is an option to keep babies safe. In 2001, the North Caroli­ na General Assembly passed a law making it legal for a wom­ an to surrender a newborn to a responsible adult without fear of criminal prosecution. This was designed to help prevent a postpartum woman who is distraught from endangering her baby. A hospital worker, a social worker, a law enforcement officer or emergency medi­ cal worker are all examples of responsible adults who are familiar with the law and would be appropriate. How­ ever, as the law is written, any responsible adult can receive a newborn under the age of seven days. They then must protect the infant and imme­ diately notify law enforcement or their county social services department. Bundle Up for a Chance to WIN $250 Shopping Money! SkySelections bundles are not only a great way to save money every month, but now, if you sign up for a SkySelections bundle by December 29 you will be entered for a chance to WIN a $250 Visa gift card! 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Winners will be announced the week of 1/08/07. �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS 'The Funniest Man' coming to Boone (Nashville; December 6, 2006) The Funniest Man in America, James Gregory, makes a special appearance at Farthing Auditorium at Appalachian State Univer­ sity in Boone, North Caro­ lina on Thursday, February 8, 2007. The evening of fun and laughter begins at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are available by phone at 800-841-2787 or 828-262-4046 and online at www.appstate.edu. For over two decades, The Funniest Man in America," James Gregory, has been reflecting on life from the front porch. Gregory tours 45 weeks a year, entertaining sold-out crowds in theatres, colleges, corporate events and comedy clubs across America. The most successful comedi­ an America has never heard of," James Gregory entertains over 10 million people annu­ ally, including the Coca-Cola Company, Kimberly Clark, Hewlett Packard Corpora­ tion, the American Red Cross, and you and your friends. His grass roots following of loyal fans hear him weekly on nationally syndicated ra­ dio shows like "Bob and Tom," "Rick and Bubba," "John Boy and Billy," and "Steve and DC." Without the momen­ tum of a pop media machine, he has become a world-class, successful comedian. For almost over two de­ cades, the unforgettable cari­ cature of veteran comic James Gregory has stood grinning: his blue shirt untucked, his arms outstretched, a carefree welcome to a down-home, hi­ larious storytelling experi­ ence. The trademark carica­ ture is the essence of James Gregory's comedy: whimsical reflections on life from the front porch. Gregory tours 45 weeks a year, entertaining sold-out crowds in theaters, colleges, corporate events and comedy clubs from Atlanta to Chica­ go, Seattle to New York. The most successful comedian America has never heard of," James Gregory entertains over 10 million people annu­ ally, including the Coca Cola Company, Kimberly Clark Corporation, Hewlett Pack­ ard Corporation, and the American Red Cross. His grass-roots following of tens of millions of loyal fans hear him weekly on ra­ dio shows like Rick & Bubba (24 markets, 800,000 listen­ ers), John Boy & Billy (over 100 markets, 3 million listen­ ers), Steve & DC (23 markets in 15 states) and Bob & Tom (145 stations, 4.5 million lis­ teners). Without the momen­ tum of a pop media machine, he has become a world-class, successful comedian. Gregory was born into a poor family in the rural town of Lithonia, Georgia. At age 11, he worked 37 hours a week at the local grocery to help support his family. There was never a backup for me," he says. "I knew that every­ thing I wanted in life I'd have to pay for myself. Anything you want costs something. I had to earn it on my own." Gregory began earning a living as a salesman, but his real persuasiveness was as a storyteller. A hilarious story­ teller. "It was an accident that I ended up in comedy at all," he admits. "I never had the desire, or else I would have started earlier." In 1982, his friends convinced him to do an open mic night at the Punch­ line, an Atlanta comedy club, and he was an instant hit. "I don't do small town hu­ mor," he is known to say to those who try to pigeonhole his appeal. His is a front porch humor: he tells the stories we all know, wherever we're from. He makes fun of crazy family members and covereddishes at funerals. Ignoring the eggshells of the politically correct, Grego­ ry pokes fun at everyone from health fanatics to animal rights activists, and his fans flock to hear him in droves. His success, like his comedy, has been initiated by the val­ ues he grew up with. Twenty something years later, it is this unique humor that packs the crowds into his sold-out shows. The ab­ sence of vulgarity sets James Gregory apart, and his sto­ ries are a carefully-crafted art. "I have lived long enough to know people, know life," Gregory reflects. "My comedy is based on my experience. I want to make the whole coun­ try laugh." New Vear's Resolutions 1. Lose height/exercise 2. Ray off debt 3. Stop smoking 4. Spend more time with family and friends 5. Quit drinking 6. Be more organized and productive 7. Learn something new 8. Spend less time on Internet 9. Enjoy life more 10. Help others Source Composite fr 2006 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved Hospitality workers can ski free Dec. 17 Ski, board and tube free during Hawksnest's first an­ nual Hospitality Employee Appreciation Day. On Sunday December 17, employees of area motels, hotels, restaurants, and the media, working in Watauga, Avery and Ashe counties can enjoy the snow at Hawksnest Ski Resort free. "We recognize the tremen­ dous service all the employ­ ees in the hospitality and media businesses contribute to our resort's success and we hope that our Christmas present to them will go a long-way in demonstrating our appreciation," said Len­ ny Cottom, owner of Hawk­ snest. "Please join us in cel­ ebrating our industry and the Christmas season," Cot­ tom continued. "We are ex­ pecting a big turnout. All an employee in the hospitality or media business has to do is present an ID along with a pay-stub, business card or letter from their place of employment to our cashiers to receive a free lift ticket to ski, board or tube. Begin­ ners are also welcome. We will hook up the beginners with free rental equipment and give them a free lesson with our Topgun SnowSports School instructors." Employees may bring guests who will receive a 50% discount on everything (lift tickets, rentals and les­ sons). Please note that the free rental equipment will require a credit card, refund­ able deposit. Hawksnest Ski Resort is located atop Seven Devils off Highway 105 South of Boone. The day sessions run from 9:00a.m. until 4:30p.m. and the night session runs from 6:00p.m. until 10:00p.m. For more information about Hospitality Employee Appreciation Day, visit the website, www.Skihawk.com or call 828-963-6561. Press Contact: Justin Grimes, SnowSports Direc­ tor 828-963-6561 Photo courtesy of Ski Hawksnest ...and the view from the bottom. CANCER IS ALWAYS IN THE NEWS According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 65% of cancer related expenses aren't covered by regular health insurance* But you can still protect yourself and your assets from the cost of cancer with a supplemental cancer insurance policy. The high incidence of cancer means that you or someone in your family may develop cancer at some point. And while your health insurance policy may cover a portion of physician, hospital, cancer therapy or prescription drug bills, it probably doesn't cover them in full. The view from the top at Ski Hawksnest... Photo courtesy of Ski Hawksnest Your health insurance isn t likely to touch the other major costs of cancer, including loss of income, transportation, childcare, and home nursing expenses. If you or another family member is unable to fulfill his or her usual responsibilities while ill, your family and your family's finances could suffer greatly. How do you pay for these other costs? JUfT IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS 2001 Mazda Tribute ES 4x4 White, power roof, PS, Leather, 59k, Just in time winter! $11,488 2004 Chevrolet Impala SS Black, Leather, On-Star, Rear Spoiler, Heated Seats, 38k $15,988 2001 Chtvrolet Silverado K1500 4x4 Ext. 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We also offer a senior cancer plan that gives you $10,000, $20,0000 or $30,0000 to age 85 upon first diagnosis. u Please call United Insurance Brokers toll free at: 866-836-0771 A local agent will contact you. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2006 PAGE 11 COMMUNITY NEWS Sam Bush and CherryHolmes to play Wilkesboro WILKESBORO, NC: As a prelude to MerleFest 2007 on April 26-29, the Walker Center at Wilkes Commu­ nity College in Wilkesboro, NC will present MerleFest veterans the Sam Bush Band on Friday, February 2, 2007 and MerleFest newcomers Cherryholmes on Saturday, March 3, 2007. Both concerts will begin at 8:00 PM. Tick­ ets for each performance will be $16 in advance ($18 day of show) from the Walker Cen­ ter Box Office (336-838-6260) or www.walkercenteronline. org. One of the most influen­ tial musicians of the past thirty-five years, Sam Bush performed at the 1988 Merle Watson Memorial Festival with New Grass Revival and has been a fixture at Mer­ leFest ever since. "Since we were introduced to Wilkes­ boro and Wilkes Community College through MerleFest, we have made quite a few friends in town, and that means a lot," he told the Wilkes Journal-Patriot in January 2001 before his last concert at the Walker Center. Sam can rightfully claim to be a founding father of the jam band movement, while remaining one of the most energetic and youthful seem­ ing performers in Americana music. Befriended by country Sam Bush in action. music patriarch Roy Acuff despite his long hair, Bush joined Louisville's Bluegrass Alliance shortly before the New Grass Revival branched off from that band. The Re­ vival toured almost non­ stop for most of the 1970s and 1980s, eventu­ ally including B61a Fleck and John Cowan. After the Revival retired, joined Bush Post file photo Emmylou Har­ ris' Grammy winning Nash Ramblers prior to forming the Sam Bush Band. Sam's most recent al­ bum is Laps in Seven on Sug­ ar Hill, featuring his cover of "White Bird." IBMA 2005"Entertainer of the Year" Cherryholmes has been taking the bluegrass world by storm since 2002. This incredible family (dad, mom, and four children ages 14-22) travel throughout the country, approximately 300 days a year, singing, dancing, and playing the music with their trademark drive and energy. Their CD "Cherry­ holmes" was nominated for a Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album. Just six years prior to winning the bluegrass field's most coveted annual award, the Cherryholmes family didn't even play bluegrass. A Jim & Jesse concert near their Los Angeles home in­ spired them to make bluegrass music the focus of the kids' home schooling. Within six months, they were play­ ing paying gigs. Hitting their stride in 2003, they have traveled thousands of miles in their vintage 1960 GM 4104 bus/home. They have appeared on "The Grand Ole Opry," "Ernest Tubb's Mid­ night Jamboree," Nashville's CMA Music Festival, IBMA Fan Fest, and countless radio and TV shows, festivals, and concert venues throughout the U.S., including their own festival in La Grange, Geor­ gia. Study finds no 'killer bees' in state RALEIGH — Africanized honeybees, often sensational­ ized as "killer bees," have yet to reach North Carolina, ac­ cording to a recent survey of honeybees by state experts. "This is very good news, but not all that surprising," said Don Hopkins, state apia­ rist with the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, who collaborated with N.C. State University on the survey. "Africanized honeybees have recently been found in Florida, but they laven't yet become estabished farther north." Scientists at N.C. State used both morphological and genetic screening techniques to verify that none of the col­ lected bees were of African origin. "While we will need to test more colonies across the state to be sure, it seems that we are well ahead of their ar­ rival," said Dr. David Tarpy, N.C. State's honeybee special­ ist. Experts predict that the Africanized bee will almost certainly be introduced into North Carolina at some point. To prepare for this likelihood, the N.C. Africanized Honey Bee Task Force is developing a comprehensive response plan consisting of education, quarantine and research components. The task force, made up of individuals from universities, state govern­ ment, private industry and the N.C. State Beekeepers Association, has completed an initial action plan, which is available on the Web at http://www.ncahb.com. The task force will con­ tinue to conduct educational outreach and training activi­ ties to ensure both beekeep­ ers and the public are aware of the status of the African­ ized honeybee. Even though the African­ ized honeybee likely will find its way into North Carolina, it isn't clear whether the insect will become permanently es­ tablished in the state. "Before we can know the full extent of the Africanized bee's distribu­ tion, we first need to under­ stand why it has been so eco­ clock, seven days a week, to monitor and coordinate mail transportation nationwide. 9; More than 4 billion hol­ iday snowfiake stamps, will be printed this year Stamps recognizing Kwanzaa, Hanukkah and Eid, as well as the Madonna and Child im­ age are available during the holiday season. 10) Log on to USPS.com and step into a Post Office. Ship a package, arrange a free package pickup, pur­ chase stamps, design and logically dominant in North and South America," said Dr. Stanley Schneider, a biology professor at UNC-Charlotte and one of the nation's lead­ ing African-bee experts. Charles Heatherly, presi­ dent of the N.C. State Bee­ keepers Association, said the estimated 12,000 beekeepers across the state are the front line of defense against the Af­ ricanized bee by monitoring honeybee colonies and stock­ ing their hives with favorable genetic varieties. "Beekeepers will be the first to know if we in North Carolina are ever threatened by the Africanized honeybee, and we will be prepared to deal with it," Heatherly said. The sting from an African­ ized bee is no more potent than that from its European counterpart. However, Afri­ canized colonies tend to be more defensive and respond to intruders to their territory in greater numbers. This in­ creased defensiveness is what makes them a concern for the public. Yearly death rates from bee stings are far lower than from lightning strikes, yet public fear of bee attacks is extremely pervasive. This suggests that the Africanized bee "threat" is more perceived than real. Honeybee pollination ac­ counts for an estimated $154 million per year in added ag­ ricultural produce in North Carolina and more than $20 billion nationwide. Almost 100 crops rely on bees for pol­ lination and increased crop yield, so that one-third of ev­ erything people eat is attrib­ utable to honeybees. 10 things you don't know about the Postal Service Courtesy of the USPS Special to the Post sent to you at your tempo­ rary location. Most mail is forwarded once a week by :om/pre- 1) Don't fight Mother Naturc this boh s'wy wh and warm and ldt the Postal 6) Whether it's shipping Service do what it does best labels or shipping overseas, L pick up and deliver mail. the U.S. Postal Service has Free package pickup is avail­ a solution. And most can be able from home or office, found in the 2006 Holiday regardless of the weather. Shipping and Mailing Guide, Unlike other shipping com­ sent to 110 million residen­ panies, there is no fee for the tial households in America. The guide provides clear, service. USPS.com/pickup 2) The Postal Service will concise information on ser­ deliver more than 10.5 mil­ vices, shipping options and lion pounds of mail to mili­ Postal Service products, with tary installations around the an emphasis on customer world, including war zones in convenience. 7) We will deliver 20 bil­ Iraq and Afghanistan. 3) Greeting cards, post­ lion cards, letters and pack­ cards, gift cards from more ages between Thanksgiving than 20 national retailers, and Christmas Eve. On aver­ even year-end letters to fam­ age, the Postal Service pro­ ily and friends can be cre­ cesses 670 million pieces of ated, packaged and mailed mail every day. On the peak through the NetPost suite of holiday mailing day, Dec. 18, services. Hassle-free shop­ that volume will increase to ping at a time that's conve­ 900 million pieces of mail. nient to you. 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Jefferson Ave. • West Jefferson, 336-246-4388 �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Music and meal at National Guard Armory, Dec. 16 School Lunch Menu Dec. 11 -15 Monday: Manicotti w/ spa­ ghetti Sauce, toss salad, roll, pears, milk Tuesday: Hot dog on bun w/ carrots, trench fries, choc, pud­ ding. milk Wednesday: Turkey w/ dress­ ing, gravy, green beans, roll, sweet potatoes, milk Thursday: Spaghetti w/ meat sauce, toss salad, roll, fruit coctail, milk Friday: Vegetable beef soup, grilled cheese, peaches, milk Saturday, December 9 10 a.m. AMH Special Sibling Class to prepare children ages 2 - 6 for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Ashe County Farmers Market announces Holiday Green Days. There will be a selection of trees, green­ ery, roping, wreaths and other holiday trimmings for sell. 11:30 a.m.: High Country Youth Ministries will be hold­ ing A Sweet Taste of Christmas, including a silent auction event in the recently renovated build­ ing located directly beside the Parkway Theatre in West Jefferson. The live auction begins at 6 p.m. Desserts, cof­ fee & ciders will be available all day. Auction items include art* work from Stephen Shoemaker, R.T. Morgan, Raney Rogers, Bob Timberlake, and Lori Hall, a handmade afghan and much more. All proceeds go to High Country Youth Ministries to help bring Christian pro­ grams and special events to the High Country. HCYM. is a not-for-profit organization that supports local youth through outreach, service, support, and innovative events and activi­ ties. For more information, visit www.highcountryyouthministries.com. I p.m.: Mt. Jefferson history Today Mt. Jefferson is a State Park and a National Natural Area. Why did this mountain become a park and who owns it today? Meet at the park office and explore some of the stories and photos from the past. This program will include a drive to the park's overlooks and an optional .3 tenths of a mile hike to the summit tower at 4683 above sea level. Bring a Jacket if you plan to hike. 6 p.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Children's Christmas Play. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congre­ gation invite you to attend. 6 p.m.: Liberty Baptist Church on Silas Creek, Lansing, will have their Christmas play. Pastor Russell Sheets and the congregation invite everyone to attend. For more informa­ tion, call 982-2522. Sunday, December 10 II a.m.: Orion Baptist Church Choir will present their Christmas cantata. Pastor, Rev. Mace Johnson and congrega­ tion welcome you. 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 2nd Sunday of Advent service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your atten­ dance. 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Rocks (Hike) Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rock slides on this metamorphic mountain? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a 1.3-mile hike and explore some of the geologi­ cal mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a jacket and hiking shoes. 3 p.m.: "Shake the Shivers and Celebrate Winter" - The Foothills Arts Council in Elkin is offering fun monthly work­ shops for the whole family. All workshops are free or a mini­ mal cost. Call for details and to reserve your space early. Parent to accompany children under 12. Christmas orna­ ments and decorations, "Ice" sculptures (bring a glue gun if possible), creative movement. 3 p.m.: A musical/drama will be presented by His Kids and Adoration of the Ashe Schools of Home Education. The per­ formance will be at the Ashe Civic Center. Free admission. and join us at our next meeting. This month's guest speaker will be from Affordable Hearing Aids. Bring your spouse or a friend and join us. Local Information: (423)743-8778 (423)743-8825 (423)772-4777 Wednesday, December 13 10:30 a.m.: The Ashe County Chapter of Retired School Personnel (RSP) will meet at Smoky Mountain BBQ. The Steele Magnolias will provide a fun-filled Christmas program. Please bring a toy for a needy child. All retired school per­ sonnel are invited to attend and enjoy the fellowship and fun. 6:30 p.m.: Warrensvllle Baptist Church announces they will have a Christmas Play on December 13 at 6:30 p.m. On December 17 at the 10 a.m. service the adult choir will 6 p.m.: Glendale Springs present a Christmas Cantata, Missionary Baptist Church entitled "Emmanuel", then at 7 will have their Christmas p.m. the children will present a Play entitled "Old Fashioned musical followed by finger foods Christmas" featuring the choir in the fellowship hall with a visit and special singing. Director from Santa. On December Jeanie Larsen and the pastor 20 they will have churchwide Rev. Amos Combs invites you Christmas Caroling beginning at 6:30 p.m. On Dec. 24 they to attend. 7 p.m.: Wagoner Baptist will have a special Christmas Church will have their Eve Service and the Lord's Christmas program. Pastor, Supper. Pastor Jeff Nave and Rev. Steve Viers and congre­ congregation invite you to join gation welcome you. them for these services. 7 p.m.: The choirs of West Jefferson First Baptist, Mount Jefferson Presbyterian, and West Jefferson United Methodist Church will pres­ ent a Christmas program of sacred and secular music. The program will include flute and piano, instrumental solos, a string quartet, Christmas sing-a-long, and the Steel Magnolias, a ladies quartet. The program will be held in the new Hensley Hall at the West Jefferson United Methodist Church. Admission is free and the public is invited to attend. 7 p.m. The singers from Highland View Baptist Church along with their pastor, Herb Parunak, will be at Sturgills Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Lloyd Day invites every­ one to join the folks at Sturgills for a time of worship in song and preaching of the word. Monday, December 11 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. (except there is no meeting in January). The December meeting will be at Smoky Mountain BBQ and will include a wreathmaking demonstration by Polly Hinn. Members are encouraged to come early for dinner and then enjoy the program starting. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. Tuesday, December 12 10 a.m.: The Johnson City, Tennessee United Auto Workers Retirees' Council is looking for you. We meet once a month at the Pipe Fitters Union Hall, 121 Spring St. Johnson City, Tennessee. If you or your spouse is retired from General Motors, Ford, Chrysler, AMC or Delphi come Thursday, December 14 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screening at Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 6 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) will hold it's BROC Board Retreat at BROC Elderly Nutrition Meal Site on Highway 18 North, at the Wilkes Senior Center in Fairplains, Please call Wilkes Office at 667-7174, Ashe Office at 384-4543, or Alleghany Office at 372-7284 for additional information. 6 p.m.: The New River Service Authority Board (dba New River Behavioral HealthCare) will hold a brief meeting at New River Area Programs Area Conference Room in Building 400 at Oak Summit Office Park off State Farm Road in Boone Friday, December 15 10:30 a.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central, This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Jan. 16th at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Saturday, December 16 2 p.m.: Operation Meal & Music: Support the 1450th North Carolina National Guard Family Readiness group at the Ashe County National Guard Armory. $8.00 admission includes meal and show. To-Go plates: $5.00. Featuring: Vizion 937: 2 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Kudzu Ramblers 3:30 p.m. 4:45 p.m. Mike Little & Friends: 5 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. Feedback: 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Clark Road: 7:30 p.m. - close For additional information contact: Glenda Osborne (336)982-8558 or Joe Osborne (336)982-3777 6 p.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Youth Christmas Play. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congregation invite you to attend. 6 p.m.: Nathan's Creek United Methodist Church invites everyone to a "Christmas Singing" to celebrate the joy and wonder of the sea­ son. The informal Christmas Singing will feature local sing­ ers and musicians, and oldfashioned "sing-alongs" of your favorite Christmas hymns. Refreshments will be served afterward in the new Guthrie Fellowship Hall behind the church. Nathan's Creek United Methodist Church is located on Nathan's Creek School Road, just off of Route 221. Everyone is welcome. 6 p.m.: Scottvllle Baptist Church invites you to their Christmas Play, "A Rich Man's Christmas". Rev. Reeves Jones and the congregation invite everyone to attend. everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek community. 7 p.m.: the Clifton Baptist Church will be presenting their Christmas play entitled, Three Wise Men and a Baby." Pastor Mack Arnold, Jr. and the con­ gregation invite everyone to attend. Tuesday, December 19 6 p.m.: Orion Baptist Church will hold a special Candlelight Communion Service followed by the Children's Christmas Program with refreshments fol­ lowing these services. Pastor, Rev. Mace Johnson and con­ gregation welcome you. 6 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Youth will present a Christmas play, "Miracle on Main Street." The congregation and Pastor Mark Wiest invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Beaver Creek Baptist Church will present their Christmas program, entitled, Lost Choir, Bethlehem Springs" with a special presentation by the younger children's choir. Pastor, Rev. Johnny Goodman and congregation welcome you. Beaver Creek is located on the Mulatto Mtn. Rd. 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will have their Christmas Play "Do You see a Miracle". Rev. Charlie McCoy and the congregation invites 6 p.m.: The High Country Christian Women's Club invites all women and men of the area to join us for our December meeting. This meet­ ing is one week early due to the holiday. Our special feature is "Christmas Sharing." Come join us for Christmas traditions, caroling and some Christmas surprises. We will have a won­ derful catered meal, all inclu­ sive for $11.00. Our speak­ er this month will be Gerry Gorist of Marion, N.C. She will speak on "Getting it Right." Our special Christmas music will be by vocalist Jim McKinney and, at the piano, Judy Eller. Reservations and cancella­ tions by Saturday December 16. Reservations should be honored or used by a friend. Reservations can be made by calling Norma at (704)2641210 or Linda at (704)2643753. A free nursery is also continued on page 13 W E HOME L O T f O F STOCKING STUFFEH1 FOR THE 9IG BOW! Christmas program consist­ ing of the youth program, "O Christmas tree' at 6 p.m. and the adults, "Christmas in Cricket County, at 7 p.m. After the programs they invite you to join them in the fellowship hall for a birthday party for Jesus. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you. Sunday, December 17 11 a.m.: Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Christmas cantata "A Carol to the King" sung by the choir. The congre­ gation and Pastor Mark Wiest invite you to attend. PARKER TIE COMPANY HARDWARE & BUILDING SUPPLY 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in 19 S. Tbird Avenue • West Jefferson, NC Laurel Springs announces 3rd Sunday of Advent service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your atten­ dance. 336-245-2611 Cbeck us out on tbe web at: www.parkertle.doitbest.com 11 a.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Slop by aijd ftegfotcr (I I ANT Christmas Cantata. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congregation invite you to attend. for our ii)as,Slock'iJ^] 4 - 8 p.m.: When someone says Fish Fry - do you think Mobile Meals of Ashe County? Soon you will 'cause the folks at Mobile Meals are frying up some of the best fish around. Your plate includes a large por­ tion of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw and you'll get a drink with dessert for an $8 donation. All served up at Mobile Meals on Hwy 88 in Clifton - for more information call 385-1314 - dine in, carry out and call-ins welcome. cc kittle 01ve§ » The Jefferson Post will publish a special "Little eivszs" page on December 22. for only $15.00, we will plaee a photo of your favorite "Little 01f and include name, age and most lovable "elf feature, you may place a photo of your child, your pet, 7 p.m.: Session V of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes continues through your Grandparents, or whoever you wish! Deadline to Place ads is Dec. 15th at 5pm. • HoliUav Stocking Give-A-Way! Friday, December 22nd . : ,Alo»y sin j: o\o- i .. . r - - Grandma 01/ I \ has the prettiest I flowjzr garden I in town! • • • • • • • • • • • • £• FiUout the following form and send your payment & photo to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 b A.. nSHt COUNTY* mk ^MERCURY Christmas play "The Wondrous Birth". Refreshments will be served in the fellowship hall following the service. 6 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will have their ammw/ R£> 6 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church invites you to their 409last 2nd Street'West Jefferson, NC wmJisiieMotors.com [3361246-7183 > h' ** if ^ * 15 :lf * name-. Elf* a<)e (optional)» _ Moft lovable feature-. (Submitted btj-. _ y hone number: �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2006 PAGE 13 COMMUNITY EVENTS Area churches announce upcoming holiday services continued from page 12 available with reservation. Thursday, December 21 6 p.m.: Winter Solstice. Make your way up onto beautiful Mt. Jefferson to enjoy this winter evening of the Solstice. Bring a jacket, a hat and some gloves. Meet the park ranger around the fire at the overlook to learn about the night sky, the earth, and the sun. This program is free and all are invited. Snow or rain will cancel program. Please call if you have further questions (336) 246-9653 Sunday, December 24 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas ser­ vice. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Fletcher Church Memorial Baptist will have two Candlelight Christmas Eve Services; the first from 5:306:15 p.m. and the second from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Everyone is invited to come and bring fam­ ily and friends to this very spe­ cial Candlelight Service. Sunday, December 31 10:30 a.m.: Mt. Paddy Church will host the Pine Ridge Boys. They have been singing Southern Gospel Music for the past 42 years. there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Blue Ridge Baptist Church Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Healing Prayer Services are Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. 3076. has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Episcopal Parish of Holy Communion will hold December services at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in West Jefferson. A Christmas week schedule will appear in the paper the week of December 18. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m., coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982- A SPECIAL OFFER FROM DISH NETWORK. Over 80 Channels 8 p.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel _ .now Springs announces New Year's Eve service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of X ofood week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that fun begin! S u z u k i k n o w s that your kids would love to have one of , these s.ife and reliable bikes or ATV for their very own this year. Hurry in to a local Suzuki dealership now and a .k about the 2006 Suzuki Holiday Promotion. Fbr more information about the importance of arte education, please contact IWI www.Amerm8ForTheArta.org. PLUS HB© cineQ 3 MONTHS PICK ONE PREMIUM #WK STAR£ FREE — ^ LmjglCljannels,[ just $5 month FREE DVR Receiver Upgrade MOW OS IN as FREE Standard Professional Installation (up to 4 mm) Mount ton la, fea.Itei.Mta in -tp in City Cycli 1 • Mountain City. 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For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. lust add a bow and left fthe ASK F O R FOR 10 MONTHS (after mail-in redemption) Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training In breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Ub Bare at 336-246-9944. MORE. ! month , Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for ART. 99 Ongoing Events Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" the held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. 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Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per aro available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free af t-800-669-9777. The foil-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 140-Help Wanted CNC/Access is now accepting applications for CSS I. These jobs are in the Ashe and Wilkes County areas. Hours are up to Full-time, lifting required. Experience with DD consumers preferred. High school diploma required. Please call 800.504.5448 or 828.265.0300 for an application. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Muslcal Piano Service Call for free estimates. Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 B J fit I.' [IkflU M[Ilea We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy. sell. tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 Need a new job? In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for Incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 300Miscellaneous DRIVER TRAINING Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! RHA Health Services has an immediate opening for a Qualified Mental Retardation Professional. Responsible for super­ vising, coordinating and monitoring an array of services and supports. Requires Bachelor's degree in Social Work. Social Services or Special Education from a four-year college or university; at least 2 years experience working with mental retardation or other developmental disabilities. Certain other Human Services Degrees may also qualify. Must have valid driver's license. Call 828-262-5450 Secretary/Tree Farm applicant must have experience in payroll, filing and record keep­ ing, general office skills, proficient com­ puter skills, have good people skills and selfmotivated. Benefits in­ clude paid holidays/va­ cation and insurance. Salary based on expe­ rience. Please send re­ sume and references to P.O.Box 22, Laurel Springs, NC. 28644 Truck Driver Needed CDL's with Hazmat Full time position. Pay negotiable Call 336-246-6569 235-Christmas Trees Premium Fraser fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 260-Garage/Yard Sales t'/Ciikfll: KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each 330-Pets PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Christmas Puppies Jack Russell Terrier Puppies for Sale. Registered, dewormed, tails docked. Both parents are on-site. Call 336-846-6698 Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 370-Cars/Vans for Sale 1994 Gold Lumina 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and Ask for Dewey before this program runs out 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath apartment, appliances furnished, W/D. Close to town. $525 per month, deposit re­ quired. Call 246-7337 after 3pm. 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment, furnished, close to town. $525 per month. Deposit re­ quired. Call 246-7337 after 3 pm. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. 2/1-House- $695 plus utilities & $500 security deposit- Newly Painted walls. Wooden and vinyl floors. Appliances include washer/dryer, range and refrigerator. Home has large eat in kitchen, livingroom. Bedroom downstairs and entire upstairs bedroom (great for younger children). Great neighborhood. Westwood School. Small dog may be considered. NO cats. NO indoor smoking. Call Michael DePalma 0 Michael DePalma Realty 336-246-3797 or 977-2860 Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our lor rentsections. Call Coy at 336-846-7164 BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 Jefferson: water and septic. Great location for only $325/mo. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rental at 246-2803. STEEL BUILDING Others claim to be Fac­ tory Direct- we ARE Factory Direct! Offering HUGE discounts on overstocked inventory. Limited # available. CALL NOW! 1-800-222-6335 Little Classifieds... YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tue8. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Frl. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 2002 Ford F150 Lariat Crew Cab 4X4 Sun Roof, Leather, All Options. $12,500 Mouth of Wilson 276-768-9800 SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale 290-Horses & Livestock 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 30S Dark green,top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. Miscellaneous The deadline to place your ad for Baby's First Christmas is December 15th. BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. 1160-Tree Service 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Like new 3BR/2BA Mobile home with major appliances and private setting. Offering great location and access. Only $500/mo. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals, Inc. at 246-2803. Newly Having qualified as Ex­ ecutrix of the estate of WILLIAM H. OWENS, late of Ashe County. North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the under­ signed on or before the 28th day of FEBRUARY. 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned. This 21st day of NOVEMBER. 2006 Executrix of the Estate of William H. Owens. Deceased 287 Old 60 Lakeview Wilkesboro, NC 28697 1BR/1BA Apartment 1145-Steel 2002 Dodge Dakota, with electric heat, well Buildings 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. NOTICE TO Brenda K. Anderson. Local Graphic Design Company EQUAL IIOUHO West NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 tit In 1195-Legals Local Dealers 2/1 -Townhouse style apartment - $500 plus 505-Modular utilities & $200 security Homes for Sale deposit- New carpet. LOOK!! 2 New Modular Appliances include just arrived -ULTIMATE washer/dryer, range HOME LIVING. MUST and refrigerator. SEE TO BELIEVE. Apartment has eat-inCall for appointment at kitchen, livingroom & 2 336-973-2335 upstairs bedrooms. MODULARS! Westwood School. NO MODULARS! pets. Call Michael DePalma © Michael Arriving Daily. Come DePalma Realty 336- By and Look or call for Appointment 246-3797 or 977-2860 336-973-2335 Applications are now Ask for Joe. being accepted for Housing for 530-Lots & Senior Citizens Acreage at Spruce Hills Apartments in 100 acres, Deep Gap West Jefferson. NC area, off Pine Swamp 'One bedroom, Rd., 15 miles from unfurnished energy Boone, views of Park­ efficient apartments way, Cascade, 360 •Handicapped View, Ridge Top. accessible $11,000 per acre. Call •Rent based on 828-628-9410. applicants income Section 8 assistance 1115available Professionals Euro-Coupe, 64,000 Florida Miles. Perfect second car or Christ­ mas present. Runs and looks new. $3,800. Big Dave's Auto. Call 336877-5694 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 500-Mobile Homes for Sale remodeled 3BR, 2BA Mobile home. 3 miles North of Jefferson, Hwy 16. Security required. Call 336-982-5451 or 336977-3614. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. 1190-Wood For Sale FREE WOOD Trees are Down, You cut and remove Call: 246-5906 Hurry to get your "Little Elfincluded in the December 22nd edition of the Post. The deadline is December 15th. Call 846-7164 for more information. JOHNSTON AND JOHNSTON Attorneys at Law Post Office Box 398 Jefferson, NC 28640 DCC NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of M.M. Little, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the under­ signed on or before the 28th day February, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This 21st day of November, 2006. William Max Little. Executor of the Estate of M. M. Little Deceased 912 Friendship Road Jefferson, NC 28640 JOHNSTON AND JOHNSTON Attorneys at Law Post Office Box 398 Jefferson, NC 28640 dec NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE TO Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Jean Ann Pugh, late of Ashe County. North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the under­ signed on or before the 12th day of March, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This the 1st day of December, 2006. Louis G. Pugh, Executor of the Estate of Jean Ann Pugh. Deceased 225 East Moore Drive Asheville, NC 28805 1195-Legals 1195-Legals PUBLIC NOTICE DOCKET NO. SP-167. SUB 1 APPLICATION OF NORTHWEST WIND DEVELOPERS. LLC. FOR A CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 27, 2006, Northwest Wind Developers. LLC (Applicant), filed an ap­ plication seeking a cer­ tificate of public con­ venience and necessity pursuant to G.S. 62110.1(a) for construc­ tion of an electric generating facility con­ sisting of 25 to 28 windmills, each wind­ mill with a generating capacity of 2 mega­ watts, in the Creston community in Ashe County, North Carolina bordering Rich Hill Road, Willie Walker Road, Roaring Fork Road, Big Springs, Road and East Big Springs Road. The North Carolina Utilities Commission has concluded that the application should be scheduled for hearing. The Commission will receive nonexpert public witness testimo­ ny on Thursday, Janu­ ary 25. 2007, at 7:00 p.m., in the Small Courtroom of the Ashe County Courthouse, 150 Government Cir­ cle, Jefferson, North Carolina, and will re­ ceive additional public witness testimony and expert witness testimo­ ny from the parties beginning on Tuesday, February 13, 2007, at 9:30 a.m. in Commis­ sion Hearing Room 2115, Dobbs Building, 430, North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Details of the applica­ tion may be obtained from the Office of the Chief Clerk of the North Carolina Utilities Com­ mission, 430 N. Salis­ bury Street, 5th Floor, Dobbs Building. Raleigh, North Carolina 27603 or 4325 Mail Service Center, Ra­ leigh, North Carolina 27699-4325 or on the Commission's website, www.ncuc.net. Persons desiring to present testimony with respect to the applica­ tion should appear at the public hearing. Persons desiring to comment with respect to the application may file a written statement with the Commission. Such a statement should reference Dock­ et No. SP-167. Sub 1 and be addressed as follows: Chief Clerk, North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4325. Such a statement will be included in the Com­ mission's official files; however, a written statement may not be received as evidence unless the person filing it appears at the hear­ ing and testifies. Statements may also be directed to Rob­ ert P. Gruber, Exec­ utive Director, Public Staff - N.C. Utilities Commission, 4326 Mail Service Center. Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4326 or to The Honorable Roy Coop- * er. Attorney General of North Carolina. 9001 Mail Service Center. Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-9901. Person desiring to Intervene as formal parties of record should file a verified petition Under Commission Rules R1-5andR1-19 no later than Wednes­ day. January 24, 2007. Such a petition should be filed with the Chief Clerk, North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27699-4325. The direct testimony and exhibits of expert witnesses should be filed with the Commis­ sion on or before Wednesday. January 24, 2007. DIAMONDS ARUTT A GIRL'S IfiST FRIEND. Beauty starts on the inside, where women in their late teens and early twenties need strong bones to help prevent conditions like osteoporosis later in Iffc Regular weight .bearing enerrise and a calcium-rich diet are the best lifestyle measures For more information and advice, visit aaot org and rjoa.org. AAOS ItjOS I work. Therefore, eye strain. Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. Tho Vision Council of A m e r i c a recommends regular e y e e x a m s for you a n d your family to e n s u r e healthy vision. Check Yearly. 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Ofer, n) iziM* Chat*a* y<»,r Menu Dawtor q-uw rx)COf iradraMolIW!toau Co m IMIMCalw (u4«oE£h �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ DECEMBER 12, 2006 PAGE 15 COMMUNITY NEWS Western N.C. economy stumbled in October BOONE—Western North Carolina's economy recovered some lost ground in October, increasing 0.3 percent for the month after the 0.4 per­ cent decline recorded in Sep­ tember, according to data re­ leased in the Western North Carolina Economic Index. The index tracks the eco­ nomic activity in 25 western North Carolina counties. According to the report, the region's economy grew at an annual rate of 1.2 percent since June, which is a signifi­ cant drop from the growth posted in previous months. The recent weakness in the regional economy mirrors the slowdown experienced at the national level; however, the slowdown appears to be more pronounced in the re­ gion," said Todd Cherry, a professor of economics in Ap­ palachian State University's Walker College of Business and coauthor of the index. Despite the slowing econo­ my, the employment situation is holding its own. "Even though the region's economy remains sluggish, there were more jobs in Octo­ ber, and unemployment was down across the region. Seasonally adjusted em­ ployment for the region in­ creased 0.50 percent in Octo­ ber, rebounding from a 0.19 percent decline in September. Statewide employment in­ creased 0.40 percent for the month. Twenty-one of the western counties recorded positive job growth in October, with the largest gains occurring in the central area of the region. Al­ leghany, Alexander, Burke and Caldwell counties experi­ enced job losses. The seasonally adjusted rate of unemployment for the region decreased 0.2 per­ centage points in October to 4.7 percent—the lowest rate since June 2006. The adjusted unemployment rate for North Carolina also decreased 0.2 points to 4.7 percent. The national unemployment rate was 4.4 percent. The region's rural coun­ ties posted a slight decline in the seasonally adjusted un­ employment rate, falling 0.1 points to 5.1 percent in Oc­ tober. Unemployment rates also fell in the region's metro areas for the month; down 0.1 points to 3.5 percent in Asheville and down 0.3 points to 5.7 percent in Hickory-Morganton-Lenoir. There was a widespread decline in county-level sea­ sonally adjusted unemploy­ ment rates in October.Twenty of the 25 WNC counties expe­ rienced declines in unemploy­ ment rates, and all 25 coun­ ties had lower unemployment rates than a year ago. Graham, Macon and Caldwell counties had the largest declines in unemploy­ ment rates during October (0.57, 0.54 and 0.51 percent­ age points). Polk and Watau­ ga counties had the lowest rates for the month (3.17 and 3.23), while Rutherford and Caldwell counties had the highest rates (7.25 and 6.61). Seasonally adjusted ini­ tial claims for unemploy­ ment insurance in the re­ gion, a leading indicator of unemployment, remained flat in October. Initial claims decreased 1.3 percent in Asheville and decreased 5.1 percent in Hickory-Morganton-Lenoir. The WNC Economic Index and Report provides a month­ ly account of economic condi­ tions for Western North Caro­ Wilkes Regional Medical Center Need some answers on Medicare? Courtesy of the N.C. Department of Insurance Special to the Post Now that the Medicare Part D enrollment period has started, the Department of In­ surance's SHIIP division has been fielding more calls about the program. Some of SHIIP's most frequently asked ques­ tions are included below, but if you have any questions or concerns about Part D, please contact SHIIP at 1-800-4435394 or visit us online at www. ncshiip.com. 1. Will all my medications be covered by a Medicare Pre­ scription Drug Plan (PDP)? Not all Medicare Part D plans cover all drugs, so you should use Medicare's Pre­ scription Drug Finder Tool to see which plans may cover all of your medications. This tool is available through Medi­ care's website at www. medi­ care, gov. 2. How do Medicare PDPs work? A Medicare PDP is an in­ surance plan provided by a Medicare-approved insurance company or private company . North Carolinians can choose between 51 different PDPs from 21 different companies. After you choose the best plan for you, you will pay a monthly premium as well as a copayment for your prescriptions. 3. Do I have to change from my current Medicare PDP? No, if you are happy with your coverage, you are not required make any change. However, because North Caro­ lina has added new plans this year, there might be a better option available to you. 4. Do I have to enroll in a Medicare PDP? Medicare Part D is not re­ quired, but unless you have another form of prescription drug coverage that is at least as good as Part D, you may be charged a penalty for defer­ ring enrollment. 5. When do I sign up for a Medicare PDP? Right now - the six-week open enrollment began ear­ lier this month and continues until Dec. 31. 6. Do I need a Medicare PDP if I'm enrolled in a Medi­ care Advantage Plan? It depends on which Medi­ care Advantage Plan you EXCAVATING No JOB Too SMALL! 336-385-2346 JVlobile: 336-977-1312, USEES® Seasonal Opening & Closing All types ot repairs and maintenance lor your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Logos • Business Girds Brochures • Camera Readf Ails Deborah Holder-Caine # FmniLube STATE LINE FAST LUBE Hwy 16 @ NC/VA State Line V 2 S Years Experience licensed in \orlh (nrnliiia Ac VA lii-mll roofing of all kinds Roof Painting Insured Ac All. Work (.iianmleed FRO; ESTIMATES 336-384-3033 Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus CRNA Dietitian Home Care Director Emergency Director We offer an attractive salary /benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE ROOF I YA ROOFING ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC 336-384-2063 VJOVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE APPALACHIAN ROOFING COMPANY FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizen Discounts Repair to Complete Replacement 336-927-4514 Mention this ad when calling * SATELLITE JOE'S XV AND MJ SATELLITE " """ SALES it SERVICE •JVC TV'S 4 HOME THEATRES {'Feat T\'»\ Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience V 982-3335 EXCAVATIXl CONSTRUCTION Need Dozer of Trackhoe WorL.Call Rick Mabe! SULLIVAN CONSTRUC TION Aa 35 YEARS EXPERIENCE Dozer Work Track Hoe Backhoe Work Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Painting Metal Roofs, Allen Miller V RNs With Sign on Bonus HIGH COUNTRY All 13"-$199 All 14"-$229 All 15"-$259 16"Truck - $420 215-85-16-235-85-16 Seiof 4 276-579-4562 Open 8-5 M'T'Th'F 8-2 Wed i Sat Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 • • • • 336.977.2113 TIRE SALE Includes up to 5 Ml, • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Accepting Applications for: ASHE COUNTY ROOFING Quality Home Repairs 71 (GRAPHIC DESIGN Caring for our community Q ROOFING Appleseed • Ponds •Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers miums range from about $18 to $86, while yearly deduct­ ibles range from $0 to $265. You will also pay for part of the cost for your prescrip­ tions, including a copayment or coinsurance. 9. What if I can't afford the monthly premiums and coin­ surance? If you have limited in­ come and resources, you may qualify to receive extra help to pay for prescription drugs through the Medicare pre­ scription drug assistance pro­ gram. To see if you qualify for this extra help, call SHIIP at 1-800-443-9354. You may also contact your local SSA office or visit their national website at www.socialsecurity.gov . There is also a new pre­ mium assistance program for North Carolina Medicare ben­ eficiaries available through Governor Easley's office en­ titled NCRx. This program is designed to pay up to $18 to­ ward the Medicare PDP pre­ mium for North Carolina lowincome seniors (65 or older). For more information about NCRx call 1-888-488-6279 or visit www.ncrx.gov. ^ Thome ggPAiasji /Mountain Field] £*cavating have. If your plan does not provide prescription drug cov­ erage, you may need a Medi­ care PDP. You should check with the Medicare Advantage Plan to see if you can chose a Medicare PDP. 7. What if I don't enroll in a Medicare PDP? You are not required to en­ roll, but if you are eligible for the program, are not currently enrolled in another prescrip­ tion drug plan that is equal to or better than Medicare's PDP coverage and do not en­ roll in a PDP by Dec. 31,2006, then you may have to pay a 1 percent penalty for each month past the Dec. 31 cutoff date. If you did not enroll dur­ ing the first open enrollment period (Nov. 15, 2005 to May 15, 2006) and did not have creditable coverage, you may incur a seven month penalty for the remaining time you are enrolled in a Medicare PDP. This means that approx­ imately $1.91 will be added to your Medicare PDP monthly premium in 2007. 8. How much does a Medi­ care PDP cost? In 2007 the monthly pre­ lina. It typically is released the fifth week following the end of each month. The WNC Economic Index and Report is provided by the Department of Economics in Appalachian State Universi­ ty's Walker College of Busi­ ness. Cherry is assisted by coauthors John Dawson of the Department of Economics and Rich Crepeau of the Department of Geography and Planning. Basement Spring Work Footers Reservoir Road Building New House Sites Septic System: Install and Repair NEW NUMBER ~ HOME (EVENINGS & WEEKENDS): 336-846-9293 T? TELEVISION CENTER Or Call: 336-877-7088 or 336-877-0309 « rqongXTaV/flr.AIOOFJ.IXC !OOLS W ON HEELS • Remodel Jobs RJ Ca INE • Decks • Additions 336-977-2112 • Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4352 Mountain View TV Center Sony ^ Sharp Pioneer Samsung Panasonic ( a t SUetmit Ztfrxti f ty 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 IMi/Mv the MSI Prim Possible TREE SERVICE ^BOB'STREE SERVICE Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" • Tree Trimming /WURkk • Tree Removal tflflMd} * Dump Truck l rg B f U • Chipper . Clearing Lota • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd • Lansing, NC Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978^ • • AM. at Ponds • Land Clearing Basements • Dirt Hauling rN 4614 Cheek Mountain Road Laurel Springs. }8 336-372-5895 Mobile: 336-657-7699 5 N.C. 28644 TREE SERVICE Mabe's Tree Service LLC Beautification Trimming - Pruning Hazardous Tree Removal Storm Damage Specialist _ • Fencing • Landscaping • Retaining Walls • Lawn Maintenance FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATE Michael Allen Mabe - Owner-Specialist 336-359-2312 • Cell: 336-657-7720 P �PAGE 16 TUESPAY/ DECEMBER 12, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Local Christmas trees arrive at Ft. Bragg The scene at Fort Bragg in Fayetteville was festive Tuesday as almost 1,300 real Christmas trees from the North Carolina Mountains were unloaded at the Parade Fair Grounds. As volunteers from the North Carolina Christmas Tree Association, the National Christmas Tree Association and the Christ­ mas Spirit Foundation, FedEx, and Fort Bragg personnel un­ loaded and carried the trees from trailers and arranged them for pick up, families and individuals began to arrive to select the perfect tree for their homes. This scene has been repeated at 23 bases around the country and on several bases overseas. Twenty seven states have participated in the program that is coordinated by the Christmas Spirit Foun­ dation (httpV/christmasspiritfoundation.org?), FedEx, and the National Christmas Tree Association and the end result has been 12,000 trees donated and delivered for the 2006 Trees for Troops program. Photos courtesy of N.C. Cooperative Extension Service Over 200 growers in Ashe, Avery, Alleghany, Watauga, At left, soldiers at Fort Bragg load some of the donated trees. At right, these soldier's children were delighted with all the mountain greenery. Mitchell, Jackson, Swain, and mas" farewell's, and thankful teddy bears by FedEx employ­ Yancey counties made tree the JROTC from Ashe County involved talked about sup­ agement along with prayers. On the Parade & Fair hugs and handshakes were ees and they squealed with donations and more than 60 High School in West Jeffer­ porting our service men and volunteers helped load the son and Avery County High women and their families and Grounds at Fort Bragg, smiles, plentiful. The children who glee. Isn't this what Christ­ trees on trailers, including School in Newland. Everyone sending them some encour­ jovial greetings,"Merry Christ­ came with parents were given mas is all about? Celebrate Christmas with us as we express our appreciation for you and your business! Left to right: Mike Jones, manager of Jefferson Food Lion, Leisa Nave, Jeanne Gambill, Susan Miller, Mandy Taylor and John Gregory, principal of Westwood. We are having a special Christmas Customer Appreciation Day on Westwood receives gift from Food Lion Westwood Elementary Schools has received $5,000 from the Food Lion Chari­ table Foundation. Westwood wili use the gift to "Reach for Science." "The faculty and staff of Westwood are appreciative of the Food Lion gift. We are looking forward to us­ ing these materials that will compliment our science les­ sons. The digital microscopes are particularly exciting," said John Gregory, princi­ pal of Westwood Elementary School. Mr. Gregory would also like to express appre­ ciation for Mr. Mike Jones, manager of Food Lion, for his assistance with the grant ap­ plication process. The "Reach for Science" program will enhance exist­ ing science units by providing mobile, hands-on learning ex­ periences. Any teacher may "reach" for science materials on the mobile cart and "pull" them into the classroom set­ ting. The goal is to foster an appreciation for science now and in the years to come. Materials in the cart include materials for units on sound, rocks and minerals, bota­ ny and biology. Equipment housed in the cart includes measuring devices, magni­ fying glasses, digital micro­ scopes and slide sets. Established in 2001, the Food Lion Charitable Foun­ dation provides financial support for programs and or­ ganizations dedicated to im­ proving the communities in which Food Lion operates. Food Lion places an em­ phasis on the support of pri­ mary and secondary educa­ tion, feeding the hungry, and organizations that enhance the quality of life in Food Li­ on's local communities. Food Lion LLC is a subsid­ iary of Brussels-based Delhaize Group (NYSE: DEG). Food Lion LLC operates more than 1,200 supermarkets, ei­ ther directly or through affili­ ated entities. Tuesday, December lQth at all of our Ashe County locations! West Jefferson & Jefferson (336) 246-4344 Warrensville (336) 384-4900 Ikmw, (§®QDK1W 336-846-MWS These animals are available for adoption. Aussie/Collie Puppies! Lab Mix Puppies! Beautiful Kittens! Adorable aussie/border collie mix pups ready for you to take to a loving home. Yellow lab mix puppies wAvonderful, playful personalities, these pups will make a wonderful companion. Precious greyAvhite, blackAvhite kittens, loving and cuddly. Won't you give them a good home? Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located between Little's Gym and SkyLine Telephone We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.orj Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West lefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com Both about 1 >car old 767 Fred Pugh Road • Grumpier. NC • 982-406(1 Onhr9 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 81 Issue 99 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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According to Sheriff James Williams, at about 6 p.m. that day a vehicle containing the three drove up to the home of Sergio Esteban Parra and his mother, Ar\na, on Wick Zola Road in West Jefferson. The two male occupants of the vehicle, David Alldn Bledsoe, 18, and Brian Keith Dishman, 19, both of West Jefferson, approached the home. "They asked Sergio to step outside to talk to him," Williams said. "He was then assaulted by both individu­ als, who punched and kicked him." Parra's mother then at­ tempted to intervene and stop the fight. Bledsoe and Dishman allegedly assaulted her, and robbed her of $300. While this alleged assault and robbery took place, Star McPeak, 18, of West Jefferson, who Williams said was Parra's former girlfriend, waited in the vehicle. The three then left the scene. When deputies reached the scene—which was outside town limits—they arranged for Anna Parra to be trans­ ported to Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital, where she was treated and released. The search then began for the three suspects. "In about 30 minutes or an hour, they were caught by store person­ nel at Roses in Jefferson as they were shoplifting," Wil­ liams said. "They fled the scene." Soon after, West Jefferson Officer Brad Jordan spotted the three in town and pulled their vehicle. All were arrest­ ed. Bledsoe and Dishman were charged with simple assault and assault on a female, both misdemeanors, and common law robbery, a felony. McPeak was charged as an accessory after the fact to assault and common law robbery. Bledsoe's secured bond was set at $11,000, Dishman's at $16,000 and McPeak's at $5,000. Parra, who graduated from See Assault, page 5A Drug store burglars nabbed by Jim Thompson Editor Three men and one woman face charges connected with two burglaries at Warrensville Durg Store earlier this year. On July 19, the store was burglarized, and a large quan­ tity of prescription drugs was stolen. "They entered through Post photo by Linda Burchette the roof," Sheriff James Wil­ Lansing is looking at creating a historic district in the town and property owners are being liams said. Then on Oct. 25, solicited for their interest. the burglars struck again— and once again came through the roof. "In the process, they activated an alarm, and they left. Nothing was taken that by Linda Burchette ties. a formal nomination request time." Assistant Editor Becca Johnson and Jen­ by the town. The first to be arrested in Lansing Aldermen are so­ nifer Cathey with the State Cathey said each property the cases were Christopher liciting interest from property Historic Preservation Office is looked at on a case by case Neal Fink, 23, of Jefferson owners in the town to create explained details of the pro­ basis to decide whether it and Terry Lamor O'Neal, 28, a historic district. They were cess and the fact that several contributes or does not con­ of West Jefferson. O'Neal was visited at their Monday meet­ sites in the town are already tribute to the historic dis­ charged with breaking and ing by representatives of the on a study list for historic sta­ trict, and if it doesn't there entering and larceny in the State Historic Preservation tus following a survey done by are steps that can be taken July 19 case, and breaking Office in Asheville and Coun­ the county. A church and the to restore the property to its and entering in the Oct. 25 in­ ty Planning Director Zach old Lansing School have been original appearance. cident. Fink was charged with Edwardson. deemed eligible for the regis­ "Things change over the attempted breaking and entry The aldermen are pursu­ ters and the town's commer­ years and so we look at what's in the Oct. 25 incident. ing a listing on the state and cial district is on the study been done and whether or not This week, Michael James national registers of historic list, meaning it is eligible for it can be changed or restored," Dishman, 24, and Tiffany places to help preserve the further study. Cathey said. Price Dishman, 23, both of historic status of the town Johnson said the town Cathey also noted that list­ West Jefferson were arrested and obtain tax credits for board should hire an expert ing on the state and national in Surfside Beach, S.C., in con­ property owners who restore like Sherry Wyatt who did registers does not impact lo- nection with the burglaries, and preserve their, proper­ the county survey to prepare See Lansing., page 5A See Burglary, page 5A Lansing seeks historic district Volunteers make Christmas Project a success by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor The changeover took place without a hitch this year as churches and their members throughout the county brought joy to over 230 children in the Inter­ agency Children's Christmas Project. These hardworking volunteers took on a project founded over 20 years ago by the 4-H program of Coopera­ tive Extension Service, and they continued the spirit of giving with the help of many supporters. "It's been excellent," said Rev. David Blackburn, direc­ tor of missions for the Ashe Baptist Association and an organizer of the project along with Rev. Keith Franklin and Nicole Jones, director of Chris­ tian education, from Jefferson Methodist Church. "I think it's gone well and I believe we Post photo by Linda Burchette Volunteers from churches around the county and the Ashe Baptist Association worked hard all season to collect and wrap gifts for children, and then distributed them to families on Wednesday from Family Central. It was a new experience for many of these folks who took on a longtime tradition in the spirit of giving and sharing. can do it again next year and add more children." "It's gone pretty smooth with the church coopera­ tion, the Baptist Association and Ashe Really Cares," said Rev. Franklin. "We're pretty pleased. Maybe next year we can be bigger. I'm proud of all the churches that stepped up and helped the children, the Department of Social Ser­ vices and the Partnership for Children. We're thankful for all of them." Children's names were determined eligible by DSS and given to churches for gift purchases. Most of the gifts were wrapped at the various churches while some were wrapped in the 4-H room at Family Central. The wrapped gifts were stored in the gym at Family Central and distribut­ ed to families on Wednesday. It was a wonderful experience for both veterans of the pro­ gram and a11 the newcomers. Madge McNeill has been volunteering with the pro­ gram since it began. "I en­ joy doing it, I really do," she said as she checked off names when gift bags were brought to the gym. "And I'm glad they're able to continue it this year." "I've loved it," said Diane Dixon with Ashe Baptist As­ sociation. "Our volunteers have been tremendous and there is cooperation among all the denominations. Every­ body worked so well and had fun, too." "We've had a lot of appre­ ciation expressed to us by the recipients," added Billie Bland of Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church. "Yes, one lady cried and said we didn't know how much her child would appre­ ciate these gifts on Christmas morning," Dixon said. Dixon and Bland said many of the children had re­ quested basic necessities like clothing, shoes and bedding rather than toys. "We had to guess about toys because they didn't ask for them," Dixon said. "They would ask for puzzles or art supplies. One asked for a twin sized comforter. And a lot just put 'anything.' It just breaks your heart." On distribution day, the Gideons were on hand to pro­ vide free Bibles. Blackburn said he knew there were a number of Hispanics in the program and had asked if the Gideons could provide Span­ ish-language Bibles. They also provided English-lan­ guage Bibles and Bibles for children. See Christmas, page 5A AMH Foundation seeks support by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor In this season of giving, Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation would like to thank all those who contrib­ uted to last year's campaign to renovate the physical ther­ apy department and second floor patient rooms, and ask for continued support for this year's campaign. • Last year's campaign was very successful, said Chief Operating Officer Joe Thore, raising $218,000, which was $68,000 above the $150,000 goal. "With the additional mon­ ey raised we will purchase needed equipment for the physical therapy department and will be able to renovate a few more rooms on the sec­ ond floor," Thore said. "So the Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com extra proceeds will help that much more to enhance the projects we have undertaken for the hospital." "During the course of the year the Foundation raises funds many different ways," Thore explained. "The annual appeal let­ ters, which are going out now, is the key to a success­ ful campaign. We then have the Frank M. James Memorial Golf Tour­ nament, which is entering its 13th year, Get On Board dis­ count card program, and the Foundation Gala. The Foun­ dation also receives support from the hospital Auxiliary group. "I'm real proud of the work that the Foundation does for our hospital and I'm very grateful for the support of so many. The thing that we should all be proud of is the way the Foun­ dation is able to help our hospital grow through these much needed renovations and purchase of equipment. We are able to do things for the hospital that wouldn't be done without the Foundation. The Foundation plays a criti­ cal role in improving your hospital, and we are very ap­ preciative of the people who donate to the Foundation and Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq . 2,933 U.S. service people killed (as of 12/13) 22,229 U.S. service people wounded (as of 12/13) to the people who make Ashe Memorial their hospital of choice." "We do have a couple of projects nearing completion," Thore said. "We are finishing up work at Segraves Care Center, which renovated the dining room, nurses' station and bathing area. The Se­ graves renovation was the Foundation project for the 2004 year. Normally it takes one to two years to raise the money and to complete the work. The Segraves project was very large in scope of work. We were able to add a new section to the dining room and completely reno­ vate key areas throughout the skilled nursing home. The physical therapy reno­ vation is being completed a lot quicker due to the fact See AMH, page 5A Post photo by Linda Burchette Newly hired West Jefferson Town Manager Greg McGinnis took the oath of office last Thursday prior to the December meeting of the town board of aldermen, and was officially on the job this past Monday. The former Kings Mountain resi­ dent was sworn in by newly elected Clerk of Court Pam Bar­ low. "My family and I are real proud to be moving here," said McGinnis. "I'm very pleased to be here." Manager sworn in Commissioners meet Monday Ashe County Board of Commissioners will be hon­ ored next week with a presentation from representa­ tives of Mt. Jefferson State Park on behalf of the park's 50,h anniversary this year. The commissioners will meet Monday, Dec. 18 at Ashe County Courthouse beginning at 3:30 p.m. Items on the agenda include: 3:35 p.m.: Mike Lambert, superintendent of Mt. Jefferson State Park, and Ranger Tom Randolph will present plaques to the commissioners and county hon­ oring the park's 50th year. 3:50 p.m.: Tax Administrator Keith Little with the monthly tax report. 4 p.m.: County Manager Dan McMillan will intro­ duce Jeff Comett, the county's new chief building in­ spector. 4:10 p.m.: Parks and Recreation Director Joe Boccardy will discuss approval for the program's master plan. Items under general session include: second read­ ing for the Rapid Communications franchise;selection of voting delegate for the NCACC legislative goals conference; scheduling of 2007 meetings that fall on a holiday; selection of committee appointments for com­ missioners; and resolution adopting a policy for mu­ tual assistance with other law enforcement agencies. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Postal Service offers tips on hassle-free shipping GREENSBORO DISTRICT - With two weeks left before Santa makes his one-night only appearance, the Postal Service offers suggestions on taking some of the hassle out of mailing this season. With holiday mail volume expected to reach 20 billion wcc offers classes Wilkes Community Col­ lege - Ashe Center Cont. Ed. Dept. is offering the following classes: • Real Estate Pre-Licensing: On Monday, beginning January 8 thru May 28, from 5:30 pm until 9:30 pm at Ashe Center. Tuition is $60. • Real Estate Broker Part I: On Wednesday, beginning January 17 thru March 21, from 5:30 pm until 8:30 pm at Ashe Center. Tuition is $55. • Haz-Mat Awareness/Ops/ Terrorism: On Friday 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm & Sunday 12:00 noon - 5:00 pm, January 5th weekend and January 19th weekend, at Warrensville Fire Department. Tuition is $60 for non-de­ partment members. • Digital Photography: On Tuesday, beginning January 16 thru March 6, from 5:30 pm until 8:30 pm at Ashe Center. Tuition is $55. • Exploration of Alterna­ tive Energies: On Tuesday, beginning January 16 thru April 17, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Ashe Center. Tu­ ition is $60. • EMT-Basic: On Tuesday, Thursday & 1st Saturday of each month, beginning Janu­ ary 16 thru June 8, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm weekdays & 8:00 am - 5:00 pm on Satur­ day at Ashe Center. Tuition is $65. • Quilting: On Thursday, beginning January 18 thru March 22, from 9:00 am un­ til 12:00 noon at the Ashe Services for Aging. Tuition is $55. • Painting: On Monday, beginning January 22 thru March 26, from 9:00 am un­ til 12:00 noon at the Ashe Services for Aging. Tuition is $55. • Computer Basics I: On Monday, beginning January 22 thru March 12, from 11:00 am until 12:30 pm at the Ashe Services for Aging. Tuition is $55. • Computer Basics I: On Thursday, beginning January 25 thru March 1, from 5:30 pm until 8:30 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55. • Nurse Aide Refresher: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, beginning Janu­ ary 22 thru February 6, from 4:00 pm until 8:30 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $60. • Floral Arranging: On Tuesday, beginning January 23 thru March 27, from 5:30 pm until 8:30 pm at the Ashe Services for Aging. Tuition is $55. • Floral Arranging: On Wednesday, beginning Janu­ ary 24 thru March 28, from 9f00 am until 12:00 noon at the Ashe Services for Aging. Tuition is $55. • Ham Radio Pre-Licensing: On Tuesday, beginning January 23 thru April 24, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Ashe Center. Tuition is $60. • Beginning Sign Lan­ guage: On Tuesday, beginning January 23 thru May 1, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Ashe Center. Tuition is $60. • Pottery: On Tuesday, beginning January 23 thru March 27, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Ashe Center. Tu­ ition is $55 with supply fees to be determined. • Crocheting: On Friday, beginning January 26 thru March 30, from 9:00 am until 12:00 noon at Ashe Services for Aging. Tuition is $55. • ICS 100: On Tuesday and Thursday, beginning January 30 thru February 6, from 6:30 pm until 9:30 pm at Glendale Springs Fire Department. Tuition is $50 for non-depart­ ment members. For more information, call 846-3900. packages and letters, the Post­ al Service wants to help make certain that packages arrive safely and on time. These simple recommendations will make a big difference for con­ sumers. When preparing packages, consider the following: •PRINT addresses clearly. •Include all address ele­ ments (apartment numbers, suite numbers, directional information for streets - for example:' 123 S. Main St. or 12456 Elm St. N.). •Include both "to" and "from" information on pack­ ages - but only on one side. •Always use shipping tape. Duct tape will not be accepted. •Cushion contents appro­ priately. For example, fill glass and fragile hollow items, like vases, with newspaper or pack­ ing material to avoid damage during shipping. When mail­ ing framed photographs, take the glass out of the frame and wrap it separately. Helpful packaging tips in­ clude: •Select a box that is strong enough to protect the contents. Leave space for cushioning in­ side the carton. •Pack the contents with shredded or rolled newspaper, bubble wrap,or Styrofoam pea­ nuts. Plain air-popped popcorn is also good for cushioning. It's inexpensive and environmen­ tally friendly. Pack tightly to avoid shifting. •Always use tape that is designed for shipping, such as pressure-sensitive tape, nylonreinforced craft paper tape, or fiberglass-reinforced pres­ sure-sensitive tape. Do not use wrapping paper, string, mask­ ing tape or cellophane tape. Placing an index card with the sender's address and recip­ ient's address inside the pack­ age will help the Postal Ser­ vice re-pack boxes that were improperly wrapped or come apart during transporting and processing. Packages being mailed us­ ing postage stamps and weigh­ ing 16 ounces or more can be left for the letter carrier to pick up but cannot be deposited into a blue street collection box. 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Lowe's and the gable design are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. 061291 001*1291/003,005,007.009.011.013.014.018,023,026.028.030.034.CX36,037038.040,045,046.054.066.057.060.062^)64.066.068.009.072.075.077.078.062,063.064,066,087,088.090,091,092.0W.095.096.098.104,106,106,115,123,124,125.126.127,131,132.133.137 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Busy week for Lansing Fire Department A structure fire was re­ ported at 6 p.m. Sunday af­ ternoon at the home of Jack and Carol Roten in the Hel­ ton community. New River assisted Lansing on this fire. The fire was quickly brought under control with minimal damage to the house. The second structure fire occurred on Tuesday af­ ternoon at 7 p.m. This fire turned out to be one of the largest and most costly single structure fires in the history of the department. It took firefighters from Lansing, Warrensville, Jefferson and New River, with 14 pumper tankers and approximately 75 firefighters nearly nine hours to bring the three-anda-half story log home under control. Despite putting almost 30,000 gallons of water on the fire, the home was a total loss. It was a summer home owned by a couple from Vass, N.C. On Sunday afternoon, a brush fire on Parsons Hill Road was dispatched and while responding to this fire a 10-50 PI with pin in oc­ curred in the Helton commu­ nity. Warrensville Fire and Rescue was dispatched to re­ spond for backup as Lansing's units were busy at the brush fire. A 37-year-old man was airlifted by Wings Helicopter to Tri Cities Medical Center in Johnson City, Tenn., with critical injuries. His vehicle had struck a tree. Assistant Chief Jeff Venable said this was one of the busiest weeks in the 26 years he has been a member of Lansing Fire Department. He would like to thank all departments who were called to help Lansing this week. Hertford County and Hon­ orable Mention - Division 2 - N.C. 24 at N.C. 58 in Cart­ eret County. Best Regional Wildflower Planting, Central Region: First Place - Division 5 U.S. 64 at N.C. 39 in Frank­ lin County; Second Place - Division 9 - 1-40 at U.S. 64 in Davie County; and Hon­ orable Mention - Division 7 - U.S. 311 at milemarker 25 in Guilford County. Best Regional Wildflower Planting, Western Region: First Place - Division 14 - N.C. 107 at Cullowhee in Jackson County; Second Place - Division 12 - 1-77 north of N.C. 21 in Iredell County; and Honorable Mention - Division 11 - U.S. 221 at Westwood El­ ementary School in Ashe County. Best Overall Division Wildflower Program: First Place -Division 4, which includes Edgecombe, Hali­ fax, Johnston, Nash, Wayne and Wilson counties; Second Place - Division 14, which includes Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Hen­ derson, Jackson, Macon, Polk, Swain, and Transyl­ vania counties; and Honor­ able Mention - Division 12, which includes Alexander, Catawba, Cleveland, Gas­ ton, Iredell and Lincoln counties. The NCDOT Wildflower Program began 21 years ago and is coordinated by the department's Roadside En­ vironmental Unit. The Unit installs and maintains plant­ ings in each of the state's 14 highway divisions. More than 2,000 acres of wildflow­ ers are planted along North Carolina's roadsides. Wildflowers near Westwood win state award RALEIGH — Lt. Gov. Bev- Mention erly Perdue, N.C. Board of - Division Transportation Chairman J. 14 - U.S. Douglas Galyon and Chief 64/441 in Deputy Secretary Dan DeV- F r a n k l i n ane presented 15 wildflow- in Macon er awards during the N.C. County. Department o f TransporB e s t tation's 17th Annual Wild- R e g i o n a l flower awards ceremony last Wildflower Wednesday, Dec. 6. Planting, Each year, The Garden E a s t e r n Club of North Carolina Inc. R e g i o n : sponsors the awards pro- First Place gram to recognize NCDOT's - Division highway divisions for their 4 - 1-95 at work with the department's milemarkpopular Wildflower Program, er 148.4 in The 2006 winners include: Nash CounWilliam D. Johnson Day- ty; Second lily Award: First Place - Di- Place - Di­ vision 13 - Interstate 240 vision 1 at U.S. 19/23 in Buncombe - N.C. 11 County; Second Place - Divi- at Modlin sion 8- U.S. 220 a t McDow- H a t c h e r y ell Road (S.R. 1150) in Ran- Road (S.R. dolph County; and Honorable 1130) in GED now online Today's . world is moving at a faster pace and each day becomes a balancing act of all the important things to get done. For many, the goal of an education is postponed because there never seems to be enough time. 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A sales representative will be present with information and applications. M0006_GH 21704B PFFS No NC 12/06 �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 I*RIDA\, n •( EMBFR I ' '006 m i.MBKR i >. -<X> Foxx Editorial 'lis the season—-to Report remember A.S.H.E. Imagine spending Christmas in a shelter, hid­ ing from someone you once thought loved you. Imagine being terrified to go home, knowing that even on Christmas Day what started out as a fam­ ily holiday might very like­ ly end in violence—or even death. This Christmas Day there will be a number of families in the domestic violence shelter operated by A Safe Home for Everyone (A.S.H.E.). They won't get to spend Christmas in famil­ iar surroundings; if they do go out into the community, it will be while looking over the shoulder in case "he" is there. And so these women and children will huddle togeth­ er in the shelter, the little ones hoping Santa knows where they live—since daddy doesn't, and can't and should not find out. Because if he does, there will be the threats, and the screams and the fear that happens when daddy gets angry. Or drunk. Or high. Or sober too long. Or...maybe there isn't even a reason. There will, perhaps, be a little spark of hope this Christmas in that shelter. The peace of Christmas will hopefully be present in the shelter this year—along with the hope that a bet­ ter New Year lies ahead soon. One that is full of new opportunities, hope and a life worth living, a life in safety and not fear. If the families in the shel­ ter this Christmas have a wish list for Santa, we have not received a copy. What we would suggest is that you give A.S.H.E. a call at 9828851 and ask what is need­ ed. Tell whoever answers that you would like to go beyond the bare necessities and include a few luxuries as well. Churches and other bodies of faith can work together, as can social and fraternal groups. Don't for­ get many of these families did not have time to take anything with them but the clothes on their backs. They gave up everything to have a chance for a new life. New life. That is, indeed, what Christmas—the anniversary of the birth of Jesus Christ—is all about. Christians, rejoicing in his birth, and the new life which they say he has given them, can share their joy by help­ ing the "least of these"— the women and children of the A.S.H.E. domestic vio­ lence shelter. Those of all faiths—or no faith—should join them, and share in the truest of joys—the joy of helping others. The number to call, again, is 336-982-8851. 6KXARIAN VIOLENCE 'f Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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To the Editor: Would you please stop printing the lies from the Foxx office. Mr. Thompson would you please go inter­ view her and ask her the hard questions. She believes that the people still support her die hard effort to stay the course with a president who has been informed that the war has gone bad and it is up to bigger powers of the mind than The Sly Foxx that will get us out of this war with honor. I would also say to Mr. Reed that if he does not help heal the wounds in this country then he should go be a part of that place where he really has MEWNHILE, THE SENO FOR THE PtRFECT IRWl SOLUTION CONTINUES', roots. I know Mr. Reed is an­ gry but this is what being an American is all about. 1 never seat on a lifeboat below and spend the next two years ad­ wanted the President to fail, refusing to get in because dressing those fears and con­ but Mr. Reed wants the worst she simply can't acknowledge cerns, be they from Republi­ for the nation because he is that the ship is sinking. Most cans or Democrats. I'd like more of a right wing Repub­ of the geniuses of this coun­ to spend the next two years lican than an American. Mr. she pulled out of a newspaper try decided a long time ago working as a true Statesman Reed the days of you trying to from two years ago and "re­ that this war cannot be won, and making an effort to heal bully other Americans is over. printed" because she couldn't and the only thing we can do the rift that I myself have Start being a part of America be bothered with any "new" is find a solution for getting contributed to growing. I will rather than trying so hard to thoughts on current events. out as gracefully as possible. in the future conduct 'true' be a Republican. The Foxx Report basically Where were you when all that listening tours where con­ Bill Bullock says, "This election didn't was going on, Rep. Foxx? Still stituents will be allowed to Laurel Springs wake me up or do a thing to clinging to your misbegotten freely question my decisions cause me to consider that per­ belief in "W" along with the and state their concerns. Our haps many people in my dis­ other 35% of the country who country is in a very serious trict are unhappy (so unhap­ are simply incapable of open­ situation, and 1 will no longer py that I lost my own county), ing their eyes and dealing continue to blow sunshine and I would do well to spend with reality. and happy smoke up your Thank goodness you will Foxx Reports. I promise to the next two years moving away from extreme right po­ no longer be in the majority stop holding Bush up as my To the Editor: sitions and look at ways to come January, and some "san­ idol and will truly work to I'd like to address the re­ ity" just might replace these find solutions for my constit­ address those concerns." cent "Foxx Report" and ask Concerning Iraq, she Qom- last six "bizarre" years we uents, regardless of whether Rep. Foxx if she ever takes a have endured as a country. those solutions conform to "reality" break. We just had mented, "Our commitment to I'd like to make a sugges­ the desires of this president. 'success' must remain stead­ elections that felt like a ma­ tion for your next "Foxx Re­ Hopefully, the people of my jor shift in the universe for fast, and we must also con­ tinue to adapt to emerging port." district will feel a little bet­ many of us. The people of this obstacles and stand firm in To My Constituents of the ter about me and about this country sent a huge message our resolve to accept noth­ Fifth District: country in 2008." Sincerely, to Congress and indicated ing but Victory'." There was I realize there is great un- Rep. Virginia Foxx their supreme unhappiness no mention of the Iraq Study happiness and uneASe ih "this ' (Ju6t' a suggestion, Rep. and dissatisfaction with this Group or their report, whibh couhtry.' Judging by thW ftwt Fbxv, for1 that day when you' Congress, this President, and the direction this country is came to an entirely different that I lost Watauga County,' actually decide to listen to heading. And yet, the Foxx conclusion. Foxx reminds me this unhappiness also per­ suggestions). of someone standing on the vades my own district. I Susan Phillips Report reads like something Titanic looking at an open would like to start fresh and Vilas Letters to the Editor More on Rep. Foxx Looking ahead to the 2008 Presidential vote Why do North Carolina Democrats have so much at stake in the 2008 presidential nominating contest? The ehsy answer is, of course, that one of their own could be the nominee. If their former senator, John Ed­ wards, wins the nomination, it could give the party and its supporters a burst of energy that could translate into re­ sources to strengthen its 2008 election efforts in other races. Even more important, per­ haps, are the consequences they fear from the possible nomination of Hillary Clin­ ton, the current front-runner in the race for the nomina­ tion. Respected political ob­ server John Davis, the head of NCFREE, recently told me that Clinton's high nega­ tives in North Carolina would make her candidacy a boon for the Republicans. He be­ lieves that Clinton's presence at the head of the Democratic ticket would draw such a strong Republican turnout to vote against her that it would lead to a complete Republican takeover of the legislature and the governor's mansion. It would be like the 1972 election when George McGovern led the Democratic ticket and North Carolinians elect­ ed a Republican governor (Jim Holshouser) and senator (Jesse Helms)—thus ending the Democrats total domina­ tion of state government in the 20th Century. So what are the chances for Edwards, for Clinton and for other possible candidates? Earlier this year, not trust­ ing the polls to give reliable g u i d ance at an early stage of the cam­ paign, I checked in with the bet­ ting odds as pub­ lished on D.G. Martin Intrade. com. Back in February, when I last checked, the odds were stacked in favor of Clinton. To buy a contract that would pay $100 should Edwards win the nomination, the cost would be only $6. But a similar con­ tract for Clinton would have cost $43. A big problem for Edwards, as far as the bettors were concerned, was Mark Warner, the former governor of Virginia, whose candidacy threatened Edwards' position as the foremost southern can­ didate and the leading alter­ native to Clinton. A contract for Warner would have cost $24. Things have changed. Warner has dropped out, and Barack Obama, who was not viewed as a serious possibil­ ity, has moved into the spot light. What do the people who are willing to put their money on the line say about the odds today? According to the con­ tracts at Intrade, Clinton is even stronger. A $100 con­ tract to be paid if she were the nominee would cost $55; Obama's would cost about $20; Edwards. $10; Gore, $8; and Evan Bayh, $3. Others, taining his position as the including Kerry, Biden and "leading alternative." Iowa Richardson, would cost less Governor Tom Vilsack's re­ than $2. cent entry threatens all of The moneymen still do Edwards' plans to win the not give Edwards much of a early caucuses in that state. chance. Barack Obama's candidacy So should North Carolina could threaten Edwards' ex­ Democrats start shaking in pected victory in South Caro­ their boots—and preparing lina, where about 50 percent for a time of exile from state of the Democratic primary government after 2008? voters are black. Some national political Nevertheless, Edwards observers who closely follow has demonstrated through fo­ these things refuse to count cused hard work that he has Edwards out of the race. the rare kind of staying power One of them, while conced­ that a smart gambling person ing that Clinton is the lead­ should never bet against. ing candidate by far and that Obama has shown great ap­ D.G. Martin is the host of peal, points out that Edwards' UNC-TVs North Carolina qualities as a candidate and Bookwatch, which airs Sun­ his specific strength in key days at 5:00 p.m. Check his states make him a viable al­ blog and view prior programs ternative to Clinton. at www.unctv.org/ncbookFor instance,Chris Cillizza, watch /. a commentator for WashingThis week's (December 17) tonpost.com, rates Edwards guest John Hart, author of as a leading Democratic can­ "King of Lies," which was re­ didate, second only to Clin­ cently named by Publisher's ton, and ahead of Obama. He Weekly as one of the 100 best summarizes his reasons as books of2006. follows: "The Obama boomlet seems to have pushed Ed­ wards to the side — wrongly in our mind. Remember that Edwards is the best-known candidate in the field aside from Clinton and remains The editorial page of the extremely popular in Iowa, Jefferson Post is available, the state that is currently free of charge, for readers scheduled to kick off the 2008 to express their views. All Edwards nomination fight. it takes is a letter to the has skillfully courted the la­ editor. The subject of the bor community over the past letters should be a matter two years and retains a likeof community interest and ability and a charisma that should be limited to 700 moves ordinary voters." wordsCertainly Edwards faces Letters must be signed tough challenges in main­ Contact your representatives Senate Washington Sen. Elizabeth Dole 120 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 Sen. Richard Burr Dirksen Senate Office Building SDB 40-C Washington, DC, NC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3154 House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx 503 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 phone: 202-225-2071 Express your views with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson ©jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Lansing continued from front page cal property tax, but can en­ hance the value of the proper­ ty. Listing also does not place restrictions on what prop­ erty owners can do with their property, but it must main­ tain its historic appearance in order to remain on the list. Properties can still be used or sold or even destroyed as the property owner sees fit. State and federal tax cred­ its are available to property owners who are listed for some reimbursement of res­ toration costs. According to information provided by Johnson and Cathey, "the listing of a prop­ erty in the National Register places no obligation or restric­ tion on a private owner using private resources to maintain or alter the property. A private owner of a National Register property becomes obligated to follow federal preserva­ tion standards only if federal funding or licensing is used in work on the property, or if the owner seeks and receives a special benefit that derives from National Register des­ ignation, such as a grant or a tax credit." There is no direct correlation between National Register listing and a local historic designation. Local historic designation can occur only through the recommendation of a local historic preservation com­ mission, which has guidelines and requirements for creation and purpose. Alderman Dot Shupe not­ ed that all properties in the town are being considered for the historic district. Cost of the nomination request is about $3,000 and the town AMH continued from front is looking at fundraisers to raise this money. It will not come from the town's general fund. Zach Edwardson talked to the town board about the floodplain status of the com­ mercial district, and said that property deemed historic can be rebuilt on the same site should it be destroyed by flooding. Property owners interest­ ed in more information about the town's historic district ef­ fort can contact Lansing Town Hall at 384-3938. Theatre One lj|g Assault page continued from front that the scope of that work is smaller. We will be finished with the physical therapy project by January 2007. The physical therapy department renovation was able to add a little space and completely renovate two areas into a larger one. The renovations resulted in creating a waiting area within the department; enhancing privacy for the pa­ tients, more exercise room for rehabilitation activities, new equipment and a better work space for the staff. The space was upgraded from curtained cubicles to enclosed treat­ ment rooms." When this project is fin­ ished, work will begin on up­ grading second floor patient rooms next spring. Appeal letters have just gone out for the next cam­ paign which is four-fold. The campaign goal is to raise $160,000, with $60,000 planned for renovation and new furniture for the hospi­ tal dining room, $40,000 for a new security camera system for both the interior and ex­ terior of the hospital, $35,000 for a new non-invasive car­ diac monitor for the anesthe­ sia department, and the rest to purchase stretchers for the operating department. "The importance of a healthcare facility having a security camera system that monitors the hospital inside and out is immensely valu­ able," states the Foundation campaign appeal letter. "It will help in the protection of newborns in the birth­ ing suite and main patient care areas. The dining room renovations will replace fur­ niture and flooring, and will provide a cosmetic uplift. The patients will greatly benefit from new stretchers with staff being able to transfer patients more easily. The non-invasive cardiac monitor for anesthesia will provide the most accurate processing and calculation of hemody­ namic parameters, including cardiac output, systemic vas­ cular resistance, contractility and fluid status." "The AMH Foundation continues to make great im­ provements to,your hospital. These renovations are only made possible through your generous support. Our many thanks for caring about your hospital. Thank you for your generosity and for helping us to make a difference." To make a donation to the AMH Foundation, call 8460712 or send your donation to: AMH Foundation, 200 Hospital Avenue, Jefferson, NC 28640. "We got everything we needed, and the churches responded very well," said Blackburn. "Some businesses wanted to help and provided financial gifts. This really helped us. We had people re­ quest coats and clothes and we referred them to Ashe Really Cares, which also has trees." Distribution went very smoothly at Family Central Wednesday with most of the families standing in line when the doors opened at 9 a.m. Volunteers were on hand to help with the gifts. "People came in early and were very happy. We heard a lot of 'Merry Christmases' and we're very appreciative of the Gideons here with the Bibles," said Blackburn. "We had a lot of volunteers, so we didn't have to work too hard. Next year, we're thinking of expanding. Parks and Recre­ ation wants to play a bigger part. They want to help with the tree growers and getting trees for the families and dec­ orate the gym. And we hope to have Santa here next year." Theatre Two page Eragon Ashe County High School, this spring, was an outstand­ ing athlete in two sports. He played soccer throughout his high school career, and was a member of the men's tennis team. In 2005, he was named MVP and competed regionally on the tennis team. ({etum to your ft ible 1G1G1G PG Movie schedule for lecember 15 - 21, 200i G1G1G1C r-N FII RARARARARA RA GI RA MPVI MRTRA r >1 GIG) GIG DIAMOND CIRCLE PENDANT / *r s page "One little girl, about 4 years old," said Blackburn, "was asked by the Gideons if she wanted a Bible. She said, 'Sure.' When she went out­ side, she held it up and said, 'Look, I've got my own Bible!' That was just wonderful." The project had about 40 bicycles provided, 10 from a Greensboro man who has a summer home in Ashe Coun­ ty and provides bicycles every year. Books were collected by Cheryl Earnhardt and given to the families as they came to pick up their children's gifts. Burglary continued from front •IG1EIG ilGlGIG 15IGIG Christmas continued from front Charlotte's Web & Starting At and transported back to the county. Michael Dishman is charged with breaking and entering and larceny in the July 19 incident, and break­ ing and entering in the Oct. 25 burglary. Tiffany Dishman is charged with attempted breaking and entering in the Oct. 25 case. At press time, Michael Dishman was still incarcerat­ ed on a $40,000 secured bond. The other three suspects had, bonded out. Det. Peyton Colvard con­ ducted the investigation and made the arrests in the cases. www.jeffersonpost.com <•' m r>." - t \ N • * ,4 S99.00 HOLIDAY HOURS: Monday - Friday 9:30AM - 8:00PM Sunday - 1:00PM - 6:00PM TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN page . • Available In 14k Yellow & White Gold We are looking for anyone who witnessed an altercation in the •Wal-mart Shopping Center • Wilkesboro, .NC parking lot of the Ashe County Jailhouse 336-667-2257 or Toll Free 1-888-591-3174 on September 17th, 2006 Visit us online at www thcdiamondking com or E-mail us at dwking^wilkes net between 6:45 and 7:00pm. We believe there may have been a dark minivan at the stop sign at this time. We would appreciate it if you would call us at: 336-877-3261 or 336-977-9588. Notice of Public Hearing West Jefferson Board of Aldermen January 4,2007 The West Jefferson Board of Alderman will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at 5:50pm. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the closing of .07miles (375') of Crescent Lane in West Jefferson. if? tip Clves The Jcffszrson post will publish a special "Littljz 01 ve»" page on "Peeerober 22. For only $15.00, we will plaee a photo of your favorite "kittle 61f" a°d include name, age and most lovable "elf feature, you may place a photo of your child, your pet, your Grandparents, or whoever you wish! Deadline to Place ads is Dec. 15th at 5pm. Resolution North Carolina Department of Transportation Request for Abandonment from the State Maintained Secondary Road System . : ,Alo"y North Carolina County of Ashe :: - 1 Road Description: Secondary Road 1249 Crescent Lane (.07 mi=approx. 375') WHEREAS, the attached petition has been filed with the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson requesting that the above described section of road, the location of which has been indicated in black on the attached map, be abandoned from the Secondary Road System, and WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen is of the opinion that the above described road should be abandoned by the Secondary Road System. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson that the Division of Highways is hereby requested to review the above described road, and to abandon the specified section of road from future State Maintenance, provided all residents/property owners affected are in concurrence and that this action will not have a negative impact to the general Grandma 61/ The foregoing resolution was duly adopted by the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson at a meeting on the 5th day of October, 2006. u . 1 *• , t I has the prettiest j 1 /lower garden ' • • •in • • • • • • • • town! eifi I J Fill out the following form and send your payment & photo to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808 y£\ West Jefferson, NC 28694 s :lf s name: Elf i a^e (optional): _ Most lovable feature; traveling public. Certificate - gm | Submitted btj-. _ Phone number; �FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 PAGE 6A JEFFERSON POST R ELIGION School violated girl's constitutional rights, court says TRENTON, N.J. (BP)-A New Jersey school district violated the constitutional rights of a second grade stu­ dent last year when it pre­ vented her from performing the song "Awesome God" at a talent show, a federal district judge ruled Dec. 11. The girl, known only as "O.T." in the lawsuit, was prevented from singing the popular contemporary Chris­ tian song at the Frenchtown (N.J.) Elementary School af­ ter-school program when the district attorney and school superintendent said the song's religious content was inappropriate for the event. Previous talent shows had in­ cluded students singing songs by Nirvana, Bon Jovi and Stevie Nicks. Allowing "Awesome God" into the program—known as "Frenchtown Idol"—would have violated the U.S. Consti­ tution's prohibition against government establishment of religion, the attorney as­ serted. But U.S. District Judge Freda L. Wolfson dis­ agreed, saying the school's action amounted to viewpoint discrimination and violated the girl's First Amendment rights. "Frenchtown Idol was not part of the school curriculum, but was, instead, a voluntary after-school event in which students were invited—not required—to participate," Wolfson, a nominee of Presi­ dent George W. Bush, wrote. "Frenchtown Idol participants were obligated to select their own pieces for the perfor­ mance, and to develop and re­ hearse them at home.... [T]he speech at issue here—a song selected and performed by an individual student—was the private speech of a student and not a message conveyed by the school itself." The Alliance Defense Fund represented the girl's par­ ents and filed suit against the school in May 2005. In a rare instance of agreement, the American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey filed an amicus brief agreeing with ADF. The ACLU and the Al­ liance Defense Fund often oppose one another in legal battles. The U.S. Justice De­ partment also supported the ADF suit with a legal brief. "Religious speech should not be treated as secondclass," ADF attorney Jeremy Tedesco said in a statement. "... The effect of this court de­ cision is that it permanently prohibits this school from dis­ criminating against religious speech within the context of its school talent shows. [The) ruling is a tremendous vic­ tory for religious liberty and free speech, especially for stu­ dents." The school had adopted tal­ ent show guidelines that said, among other things, songs must be "G-rated" and that a copy of song lyrics must be supplied to the school music teacher beforehand. Accord­ ing to court testimony, the teacher told the girl that the school superintendent, Joyce Brennan, would review "Awe­ Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Assembly of God Church 846-4444 Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC some God" and determine its appropriateness. Brennan determined that the song was inappropriate because of its "overtly religious message and proselytizing nature," ac­ cording to court records. "IT)he song is not merely a statement of religious beliefs," Brennan said, according to the court. "Instead, the song is a pronouncement to all about the wisdom, power and mag­ nificence of God, and of the need to follow the teachings of God. In my view, this song is the musical equivalent of a spoken prayer and consti­ tutes a form of proselytizing." Brennan said she would have permitted other songs, such as "God Bless the USA," "America the Beautiful," "Je­ sus Take the Wheel" and "Je­ sus is Just Alright with Me." Wolfson, though, said Brennan's action "amounted to unlawful viewpoint discrimi­ nation." Wolfson asserted there indeed are "numerous" examples of "proselytizing" speech the school would have allowed. "For example, the school would have permitted Frenchtown Idol performers to en­ courage audience members to: espouse a belief that it is important to take care of the earth, espouse a belief that it is important to help poor and imppverished people, and to lean on friends when they ex­ perience hardships," Wolfson wrote. In a press release, the ACLU of New Jersey said, "[SJince the school left the Paxtor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service • 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7 00pm Pastor Keith Styron Comer of Faw-Roland 4 McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 U«R - Left on McNeil. One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00P.m. Wednesday Night Bihle Study • 7:00p.m. Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Esening • 7:00pm Prayer Service • 9:00pm idnth Minuter: Rev. Alan Ambrose Saturday Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center 336-877-2801 Pastor J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 tun A 6:00 pm • Hwy 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag * Simday School 9:45A.m. Sunday Worship J 1:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He Messed them " Luke24:50 "Join us in worship to Christ" Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00P.m. "A Life Worth Living!" _ Mount Jefferson Billy Robinson • Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM 11:00 AM 846-7481 Christ Centered Leading the lost to Christ with Love Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community Releasing others to continue on of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan // 336-667-6092 Bihle School- 10:00AM Sahbath Worship -11:15 AM from the word of God. The church of Christ places Christ as the head of the Church and no other. There are many in this world who place man as the head of their religious organization or have a headquarter for their church. The head of the Church is Christ and heaven is the headquarters. Ephesians 1:22, "And hath put all things under his feet, and gave him to be head over all things to the Church." God has placed Christ head over all things, including the Church. The church must place Christ as head. There are many who place themselves as the leader of their church, the Bible directs man to lead the flock as elders. We. the Christians, are the flock. Christ has chosen man to lead the Church as set out in His word. In Acts 20:28 we read. 'Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock over in the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood." Men have been chosen by the God Head to be the overseers and lead­ ers of the Church here on earth. God specifically chose man to lead the church as well as he has been chosen to lead the home. Christ being the head of both. The'church of Christ must go by what God has stated in His word. If man is going to be right with God, he must follow all of God's commandments. We must make sure that we are follow­ ing-the commandments that God has set forth for us. In order for one to obtain salvation they must do as God has commanded. Let us all examine our lives to make sure that we are living as God has commanded and not as man is commanding us. Doug Frazier I Q Yes. I am interested in a correspondence course by mail I Name:. Address: State: City: Zip:. Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 WH-V. 104 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUN DAY • [] Yes. I am interested in an in-home Bible study 10:00AM 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer & Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (AH ages) (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry, Teen lime) A Chmrth focused • on fahk, family A the future" Sunday Sthool Worship Church of Christ at West Jefferson 27 I BamenSt.. IOff Buck MM. Road I Doug Frazier, Minister Sim. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00P.M Wrrtnrsdm 7:00 p.m. BiMe fftttdv 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Phone: ( Beaver Creek Christian Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Minister Creighton Beatty Sunday School 10:00 a.M. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Cornerstone Fellowship Barneu St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Snturdav Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Rev. Keith Casey 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC St. Francis of Assist Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main <5 Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Mass - 9:00 KM Saturday Evening Mass • 5:00PM English & 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times (336) 246-4764 (336) 246-9512 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages II:00A.m. - Fornuil Worship Service We would love to have you come worship with us. "Laves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" schin.i - 9-.30 AM. Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rkk Miller WANJJJ -10:3« A.M. 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00 p M Monthly T.E.A.M 10:00 a.m. Tuesday * Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting Parish of the Holy Communion North Beaver Baptist Sunday Preaching Sendee - 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer 8t Bible Stody - 7:00 P.M. . Sun. Morning Saturday Services: The church of Christ is a group of people who accept the Bible for what it say's. They do not add to nor do they subtract from the word of God. The Bible states in Revelation 21:18-19, " For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book. If any man shall add unto these things. God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book. And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book from the tree of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book." We must go by what God says because the Bible is His and man has no business adding to nor subtracting Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church We have a nursery and children churches available Seventh-Day Adventist Church What is "The church of Christ"? Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor SundaJ k. (West Jefferson Church of Christ) Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear Presbyterian Church Worship* IVt invite you to join us for a God centered, family worshipping cxperu-me. The case is O.T. v. Frenchtown Elementary School Dis­ trict Board of Education (052623). BACK TO THE BIBLE VI78 Old HWY. 16 • Crumpler, NC Sunday School • I0.00A.M Sunday Morning Worship Service-11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. Rev. David GrinneU • 982-2080 Sunday School- 9.-00 a.m. Sunday Worship Services • 10:00a.m. Sunday Evening Serv ices -6:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. grader) would have believed that the school endorsed the religious message behind the students' selections." Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church KdJcffrrtoo, NC Sunday School 9:50 a.m. choice of songs up to the stu­ dents (as long as they were Grated), no reasonable observ­ er (even a reasonable second Sunday School • 10:00 A.M 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Morning Worship • (Episcopalian) St. Mary's Church West Jefferson • 10:00 a.m. Christmas Eve - Family Sen'ice 7:00pm Holy Eucharist 11:00pm Christmas Day Holy Eucharist 10:00pm Rector-The Res. Stephen Miller • Phone • 982-3976 Warrensville United Methodist Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School ~ 10:00AM Worship - 11 :00AM 194 and 88 West. Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11-00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6.30 p m Wednesday Service 7:00p.m Visitors become family Missions Building by Faith Promise Big Flatts Baptist Church Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bihle Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Evfryopt Welcome] Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.M Worship at 11:00 A.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. ML Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come ITS vou are. vnu will he loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship <4 Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00P.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bate (Church) 846-9378 Re*. J.F. Hetcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 South ST ), Jefferson, ,VC (336)246-9642 Family Time Fellowship - 9:30AM Sunday School-10:00AM Sunday Mooting Worship • 11:00AM Sunda\ Evening Worship • 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study -7:00PM (just off East Main __ Nursery provided for all services Welcome Home Baptist Church Office Phone: 3J6-982-94I0 • Rer. Lonttie Jones • Pastor Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship* 11:00AM Sunday Evening* (2nd & 4(h) •7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services • Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available Pastor Montr: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson. North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Wonfaip -11:00 A.M. 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NC • 3362463600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIPAY/ DECEMBER 15, 2006 PAGE 7 A COMMUNITY NEWS Senior travel tips for the holiday season NORTH WILKESBORO, NC — With holidays being among the busiest of travel seasons, air flight is particu­ larly convenient for older adults who want or need to avoid the strain of long auto­ mobile trips. But new airline restrictions can make travel­ ing by air a daunting proposi­ tion for seniors with physical challenges. Last year AAA estimated that 63 million Americans traveled during the Christ­ mas and New Year's holidays. While the bulk of that travel -51 million people - was by vehicle, 8.7 million travelers made air transportation part of their holiday rituals. This year, travelers face new re­ strictions on carrying most liquids on board - which went into effect earlier this year as a result of terrorist threats. "Many of our clients take numerous medications and need to carry some of those on board,"said Michael Goodman, owner of the Home Instead Senior Care office in North Wilkesboro serving Alleghany, Ashe, Surry, Watauga, Wilkes, and Yadkin counties. "So help­ ing our clients understand these new regulations has been a priority for us." "As a non-medical seniorcare and companionship com­ pany, we can assist seniors in their travel preparations, particularly if they don't have family nearby," said Goodman. "Making seniors feel comfort­ able and excited about an up­ coming trip is an important goal." Because seniors carry more prescription medications than most other people do, they should carefully identify the prescription medications, in­ halers, creams and lotions they will carry on board and make sure each is properly la­ beled. "Make sure pharmacists place identification labels di­ rectly on those items - not just on their packaging," said Mi­ chael Pina, AAA national pub­ lic relations manager anfi.t&e organization's travel expert. In addition, professional and family caregivers can as­ sist their seniors in packing to speed up the screening pro­ cess, according to Pina. "Make sure to put all liq­ uids and gels - including shampoo, toothpaste, perfume, hair gel, suntan lotion and all other items with similar consistency - in checked bag­ gage," he said. All medication (especially liquids) in either checked lug­ gage or carry-on bags should be placed in clear, re-sealable, one-quart plastic bags to help prevent spillage and to expe­ dite required security inspec­ tions. Carrying unessential liquids to the screening check­ point will cause delays and likely result in the items being confiscated, according to AAA. Travelers are not limited in the amount or volume of these items in carry-on baggage, according to the Transporta­ tion Security Administration. However, if the medically necessary items exceed three ounces or are not contained in an approved plastic bag, a TSA security officer at the checkpoint must be contacted to further inspect them. Other available assistance, like advance check-in and wheelchairs, also can help se­ niors who are traveling. "One positive aspect of the new air-traffic changes is that while large holiday crowds typically have meant delays at airports, those delays may be minimized with travelers now carrying less luggage on board," Pina said. And less stress certainly is welcome, particularly dur­ ing the holidays. "Traveling by air to be with family and friends can help older adults be a part of the festivities," said Goodman. "After all, be­ ing with loved ones during the holidays is what the season is all about." For the most up-to-date in­ formation on air travel guide­ lines go to www.tsa.gov. To arrange (AV»V><\HV>UV» » d . with ) seinterviews VMIIU nior travelers, contact Michael Goodman at 336-838-4040. Learn more about Home In­ stead Senior Care by logging on to www.homeinstead.com. Senior Holiday Travel Tips Following are senior air travel tips from AAA and Home Instead Senior Care: 1. Properly Label Prescrip­ tion Medications - Before a trip, make sure pharmacists place identification labels directly on the prescription medications, inhalers, creams and lotions that will be carried on board - not on the packag­ ing for these medications. 2. Ensure Names Match on Prescriptions and Tickets - Help your seniors prepare their carry-on medications by making a checklist of what may be needed en route, then ensuring that the names on the prescriptions match their tickets. The Transporta­ tion Security Administration (TSA) may not allow a trav­ eler to carry on medication in liquid or gel form that is not prescribed in the passenger's name. 3. Help Your Senior Pack - Assist your senior in pack­ ing to speed up the screening process. Make sure to pack all liquids and gels including shampoo, toothpaste, perfume, hair gel, suntan lotion and all other items with similar con­ sistency in checked baggage. 4. Consider Advance Checkins - Take some of the anxiety and frustration out of senior travel by helping an older adult with advance check-in. Many airlines allow passen­ gers to check-in for flights at home before arriving at the airport, therefore eliminating long waits. Your travel agent or airlines can tell you wheth­ er this service is available. 5. Check on Flight Sched­ ules - Remind your senior to Thank You I wish to express my heartfelt appreciation for the support that has poured from the hearts of my family, friends, former and current clients and colleagues, and the community at large. In a time when 1 feared everyone would take the charges against me at face value, 1 learned a lesson in humanity in that I received a generous outpouring of letters, cards, calls, visits and offers of support that lefl me, for lack of a better word, speechless. I could not have made it through this trying time without your support My heart has always been with the community and my life dedicated to helping when and where 1 was able to assist, and to have that come back to me multifold has been a blessing that will remain with me forever. 1 am eternally grateful to each and every one of you for your supporting love and kindness. -&herrie Hodges check with the air carrier or travel agent prior to departing for the airport to make sure flights are on time or have not been cancelled or delayed. 6. Arrive Early - If your older adult is traveling domes­ tically during the holidays, al­ low more time than you would normally - getting to the air­ port at least two hours prior to takeoff". For international travel, passengers should ar­ rive at least three hours before departure. 7. Arrange for Assistance - If your senior will be trav­ eling alone and needs assis­ tance, make a request at the airport or ask a friend, family member or caregiver to accom­ pany him or her to the airport, if you can't. Travelers can be assisted to the security check­ point. 8. Plan for Special Needs - If your family member needs wheelchair assistance at the airport, note that information on the airline's record when booking a ticket with a travel agent or the airlines. This will ensure that airline/airport personnel are aware of these special needs when the older adult checks in at the counter. 9. Prepare for Security Help your seniors be prepared for the airport's security pro­ cess. Remind them they will have to remove their shoes for X-rays, and that their carry-on baggage will be screened and their clothing may be as well. If you are caring for a senior who is traveling, review these procedures so your loved one knows what to expect. For more information, go to www. tsa.gov. 10. Consider a Caregiver - Finally, if your senior loved one is planning a trip, consider enlisting the help of a friend or hiring a non-medical caregiver to assist with the details. River House Country Inn and Restaurant Dinner by reservation only Wednesday through Saturday All ABC permits 336-982-2109 89^0ldFiel£Creel^oa^^Grass^r^ek^^ GONU/HITILLATIONS TO THE LASHE COUNTRY FNEALTOE OF THE 9/EAT^/F The Ashe County Board of Realtors has elected Freida Barker of United Country Dogwood Realty: ' REALTOR OF THE YEAR". If you are thinking of buying or selling Real Estate, go to the BEST! WATCH THE WATER TUMBLING OVER THE ROCKS from this private setting in the Blue Ridge Mts. This 1 BR/1BA cottage has a stacked stone FP, front and back decks, new stainless appliances and paved drive. Located on 1.5+ acres with Big Horse Creek just a rock's throw away. $129,(MM) #152323 2BR/2BA ADORABLE COTTAGE BUILT IN 1940 with lots of potential. Hardwood floors, lots of light, brick fireplace, appliances. Large loft room with pretty wood walls. 2 guest cottages included. $133,900 THIS PRIVATE CABIN IS LOCATED ON 1.3 WOODED ACRES in Laurel Springs. Enjoy the stocked trout stream, stone fireplace, 3 baths, full basement, and wood floors. $189,900 #151848 QUIET COUNTRY ROAD in Lansing with 4 wooded acres. Fish in Big Horse Creek. Appliances included. #152053 #153197 United. ountry Dogwood Realty 3BR/1.5BA remodeled ranch with full walkout basement is ready to move into. The outstanding backyard is on the North Fork of the New River. Stainless appliances, 1 acre. $235,000 #152053 3BR/2BA COTTAGE ON A $225,000 "ON THE RIVER". This ENJOY PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE NORTH FORK of the New River from this 2 bedroom cottage close to restaurants, post office and schools. It's a great area for walking and tubing. Reduced to $99,900 #151963 ENJOY THE LONG RANGE VIEWS from the wrap-around JUST MOVE IN! All the work deck of this 3BR/2BA qualitybuilt home on 2.4+ acres. Stone fireplace, foyer, sunny kitchen open to living and dining area. Many upgrades. The North Fork of the New River is close by. decorated 3BR/1 BA cottage. $310,000 #152792 SPACIOUS 3BR/2BA HOME CLOSE TO THE NORTH FORK of the New River in Warrensville on 4.4 acres. Country setting with spacious rooms, fireplace, front and back porches. Located on paved road with easy access. $99,800 #152157 has been done on this tastefully Located only 4 miles from town with a beautifully landscaped easy-care lawn. Reduced to $98,000 #151774 AFFORDABLE 2BR/1BA VACATION HOME in Pine Swamp close to the South Fork of the New River. Nice level lawn with split rail fencing. Outbuilding. Only $69,900 #152794 592 South Main St. • Jefferson, NC 28640 336-246-7455 • Toll Free - 1-800-789-1312 • FAX 336-246-4532 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: www.UCDogwoodRealty.com �[ PAGE 8A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 JEFFERSON POST LIFESTYLES Baby News 1956 2006 Couple celebrates 50th anniversary W.G. "Buster" and Ge­ neva Black celebrated their 50th wedding anni­ versary on Nov. 4, 2006, with family and friends at Beaver Creek Christian Church. In addition, a party was held in Statesville on Nov. 5, 2006, to celebrate with Jay and Shirley Eller, who share their "Double" 50th wedding anniversary. The couples were married at the Jefferson courthouse on Nov. 3, 1956. Their daughter Linda Crouse and husband Har­ old reside in West Jef­ ferson. They have two grandchildren and two step-grandchildren: Ryan Ashley of Norman, Okla., Renee Ashley of West Jef­ ferson, Ashley Crouse of Alexandria, Va., and Nicky Crouse of Boone. Heather and Shane Patrick of Crumpler announce the birth of their daughter, Lily Addison Patrick.She weighed four pounds, 10 ounces and was 17.5 inches long. Her maternal grandparents are Richard and Carol Intemann of Youngsville, NC; her paternal grandparents are Wayne and Sandra Patrick of Fleetwood. Amanda and Shannon Calloway of Jefferson announce the birth of their daughter, Jaden Marie Calloway, who was born at Watauga Medical Center on Nov. 28. She weighed six pounds, 13 ounces. Julie and Joseph Taylor of Lansing announce the birth of their daughter, Emory Abigail Taylor, who was born Dec. 5 at Watauga Medical Center. She weighed six pounds, 12 ounces. Norma Hernandez-Arias and Erwin HernandezCabrera announce the birth of their son, Gabriel Hernandez-Arias, who was born Dec. 5 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. He weighed eight pounds and eight ounces and was 21.5 inches long. He was welcomed home by brothers Abraham and Joshua. His grandparents are Jaime and Cuquina Arias and Romel and Luiz Hernandez. Azucena de la PoertaSantos and Librado Hernandez-Santos announce the birth of their son, Uziel Hernandez-de la Poerta, who was born Dec. 6 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. He weighed seven pounds, five ounces and was 19.5 inches long. He was welcomed home by his brother Eduardo Hernandez-Santos. His grandparents are Jose and Maria Candeloria Hernandez and Alfonso and Joana de la Poerta. Jessica and Jerry Harper of Warrensville announce the birth of their son, Hunter Alexander Harper, who was born Dec. 7 at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed six pounds, nine ounces. Virgie and Michael Matkins of Lansing announce the birth of their daughter, Destiny Matkins, who was born Dec. 7 at Watauga Medical Center. She weighed six pounds and seven ounces. They enjoy camping, working in their flowers and spending time with family and friends. Special thanks to ev­ eryone in attendance and Joe and Josie Hoosier, who helped so very much with their big event. M THE BENT GIFTS ARE ' THE ONES THAT GO ^HONDA /mo. M W" rtir«Hl APR rni 36 monihfc Middle School students' reading earn them Breakfast with the Principal Gifts That Go .'rmha, 11.1 upon «ppr<tvn<t ctodlt wtih thu HotuU Cord.' lb O-Hft fcr IW*.«,»• 4Mb M NO u. to (111 Ml» »Um tad. Dr •pfUcMM -4 PNTFYNN* H.M«HU llunrin* Wilkes Honda 703 Edgewood Road • Wilkesboro, N (336) 667-8151 W Students at Ashe County Middle School were rewarded Breakfast with the Principal for reading the most books in November. The program is sponsored by the ACMS library and breakfast is provided by Hardee's of Jefferson. Pictured are- Front row; Abelina Gonzalez, Michelle White, Austin Casiano, Josh Cox, Bobby Nickerson, Nathan H. Rash; second row, Mr. Bobby Ashley, principal, Kendra Bledsoe, Dan Zeller, Ashley Honeycutt, Sarah Greene, and Michaela Harless. honda.com nfc ARFWONSA.E RBEA AI.WAVS WEAR A HELMET, EVE WttTECriON mo vomer r<w n rm,.^ a y«g»-wk oi nann Mcwr Co.. IM AmncnHCTYII Mott» CJo.k*. 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In marking the anniversa­ ry for the nation's oldest mili­ tary arm, Gov. Mike Easley is­ sued his annual proclamation making Dec. 10-16 "National Guard Week" in North Caro­ lina and called on all citizens of the state to honor North Carolinians who wear our nation's uniform as part of the National Guard. N.C. National Guard mem­ bers are on duty throughout Southwest Asia, including places such as Talil, Al-Asad, Tikrit in Iraq and also in Ku­ wait and others serve in Dji­ bouti along the Horn of Af­ rica. Operations at Home con­ tinue with 300 Soldiers having served as part of Operation Jump Start (OJS) supporting the U.S. Border Patrol. 187 Soldiers and Airmen continue to support OJS. Since the Sept. 11 terror­ ist attacks, the North Caro­ lina National Guard has been heavily engaged in just about every aspect of the war on ter­ ror at home and abroad with all but three units having been called to active duty or currently serving. The North Carolina Air Na­ tional Guard also fought the Southwest's forest fires with its Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System-equipped C130H Hercules cargo planes. The Guard remains com­ mitted to the roots it planted nearly 400 years ago on the village green of the Massa­ chusetts Bay Colony. Since that time, the citizens who fill its ranks have protected the lives, liberty and property of friends, family and neighbors. Though technology, weap­ ons and geography may have changed, the mission remains the same. The Army National Guard is the oldest component of the United States armed forces. Want some holiday shopping bargains? RALEIGH - Citizens who shop at the State Surplus Property Agency of the N.C. Department of Administra­ tion this holiday season will find savings on a wide range of items including office supplies, personal and commercial vehi­ cles, office furniture, refrigera­ tors and electronic items. "State Surplus is a great resource for bargain-conscious shoppers," said State Surplus Director Mickey Sauls. "San­ ta's helpers can find a wide range of quality goods at deep discounts." State Surplus is responsible for the disposal of property owned by the state and con­ sidered to be surplus, obsolete or no longer needed. Proceeds from sales are returned to in­ dividual state programs, agen­ cies or the General Fund and are expected to top more than $21 million this year. If a computer is on your wish list but exceeds your budget, one from State Sur­ plus will save you big bucks. Computers, monitors, printers, laptops and network equip­ ment are sold through a bidpurchase program. Such items may be viewed from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Friday at the State Surplus Warehouse, 6501 Cha­ pel Hill Road (N.C. 54 West) in Raleigh. A variety of office desks, tables, chairs and filing cabi­ nets are always available at the warehouse. They may be viewed from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and purchased immediately at the cash retail window. These items are ideal for students, home or office use, as well as start-up businesses. Vehicles are the agency's largest selling item, with ap­ proximately 3,000 sold each year. Vehicles and all items are sold "as-is, where-is," meaning they come without warranty and must be claimed from the % " storage location. As with all property, an inspection is en­ couraged prior to submitting a bid. Surplus items may be pur­ chased by the public in several ways. Most items, including ve­ hicles, are sold through sealed bids, with bid openings held every Tuesday. Popular items North Carolina Farm Bureau (NCFB) Vice President J.M. such as office desks, chairs and file cabinets are sold retail at Wright Jr. (left) and Young Farmer and Rancher Chairman the Raleigh warehouse and Brandon Moore (right) present Callie Birdsell (center) the several satellite retail stores. Young Farmer and Rancher Discussion Meet Award. Specialty items also are sold via eBay, which represents a growing segment of the agen­ cy's marketing program. For locations of retail stores Greensboro—Watauga Ashe County. and other information, call County young farmer Callie The competition and 919-854-2160, or visit www.nc- Birdsell took first place hon­ award ceremony took place statesurplus.com. For details ors today in North Carolina during NCFB's 71st Annual on the bid-purchase program Farm Bureau's (NCFB) Dis­ Meeting, Dec. 3-5, at the for computer equipment, go to cussion Meet. Joseph S. Koury Conven­ the website and click on SameBirdsell is the daughter tion Center at the Sheraton Day Bid Purchase. of Rick and Jane Gardner of Greensboro Hotel at Four Farmer honored SALE SALE SALE •# * # Attention: Cabinet Makers & Hobbyists y~- #• # $•- * at * The Guard has also en­ tered new areas in concert with its theme of "adding Val­ ue to America" by establishing programs for youths at risk such as Challenge, Star Base and the Youth Conservation Corps. The Guard also plays a significant role in many com­ munities by sponsoring drug demand reduction programs. The Guard is also continuing its efforts in assisting law en­ forcement agencies in the sei­ zure of illegal drugs. The Guard continues to play a major role in assisting civil authorities during natu­ ral disasters such as earth­ quakes, floods, snowstorms and hurricanes. During the past several years, nearly ev­ ery state had Guard personnel on state active duty assisting their neighbors by providing food, shelter, security, and in many cases, by performing life saving missions. Seasons. "It is important that we support and help develop young farmers who are able to speak up and speak out for farmers and their rural communities," said Larry Wooten, president of North Carolina Farm Bureau."This program helps develop rural leaders for the future." The Discussion Meet Award recognizes a young farmer between the ages of 18 and 35 who is involved in NCFB's Young Farmers and Ranchers Program (YF&R) program. Callie's knowledge of agricultural issues and public speaking and debate skills were judged to be the most effective in regard to consensus building on some of the real issues impacting today's agricultural indus­ try. Callie now moves on to the national competition where she will vie against other state Farm Bureau winners during the American Farm Bureau Federation's Discus­ sion Meet, held in conjunc­ tion with the organization's annual meeting Jan. 7-10, 2007, in Salt Lake City, Utah. •## * ANXIETY MAY RISE DURING THE HOLIDAYS. YOUR PRICE WON'T. CATAWISSA LI MBER & SPECIALTY CO., INC WILL BE HOLDING A SALE TO THE PUBLIC Militia companies were formed with the first English settle­ ment at Jamestown in 1607. The first militia regiments were organized by the Gener­ al Court of the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1636, and from the Pequot War in 1637 until the present day, the Army Na­ tional Guard has participated in every war or conflict the US has fought. The militia stood their ground at Lexington Green in 1775 when the open­ ing shots of the War of Inde­ pendence were fired. 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Students have an op­ portunity to participate in hands on activities facili- dents to learn core curricu­ lum subjects in new and creative ways. The MAP residencies in September, October, Novem­ ber and December include: •Jef Lambdin in the 5th grade at Westwood Elemen­ tary with a theatre residen­ cy connected to their box city unit. •Terry Lee Edgerton in ASHE country COUNCIL tated by a roster of artists that include a wide variety of art forms, such as visual arts, performing arts, com­ munication arts, folk arts and multi-faceted cultural arts. Besides exposure to and participation in famil­ iar or new arts forms, stu­ dents gain understanding and respect for the artists, who are selected for their expertise and enthusiasm. The extended residency gives opportunities to stu­ the 4th grade at Blue Ridge Elementary and the Ashe County Middle School in the 7th grade with a residency in African culture. •Adrian Trbovich in the 6th grade at Blue Ridge El­ ementary with a music his­ tory residency. •Judy Morris in the 1st grade class at Westwood El­ ementary with a storytell­ ing residency. •Dan Dutterer in the 7th grade at the Ashe County Photo courtesy of Ashe County Arts Council This young artist tries her hand at weaving, thanks to the Arts Council. Middle School with a the­ atre and poetry residency. •Sigrid Hice in two 8th grade teams at the Ashe County Middle School with a creative writing and bookmaking residency. •Jane Campbell in the 5th grade at Mountain View Elementary with a weaving and early American culture residency. •Shiner Antiorio in the kindergarten class at Moun­ tain View Elementary with teaching sign language. •Charlotte Ross in the 3rd grade at Blue Ridge El­ ementary with a storytell­ ing residency. The Ashe County Arts Council also sponsored a weaving residency at Moun­ tain View Elementary with Victoria Hyatt of Sandy Creek Weavers. This resi­ dency focused on history and social studies as well as visual arts and design. The 4th grade participated in creating a school tap­ estry called a Fabric Time Capsule. Other classes in participated in mini weav­ ing classes learning the his­ tory of weaving and how it affects our lives today. The Arts Council has a long-standing commitment to increasing the availabil­ ity of arts education oppor­ tunities for students of Ashe County. The arts can be used as a new way of learning for both teachers and students. The Arts Council strongly believes that the arts are a necessary component of a well rounded education providing students with a positive vehicle for self-ex­ pression, creativity, prob­ lem solving, understanding different cultures and our own collective history. The Mountain Arts Pro­ gram is a project of the Western Arts Agencies of North Carolina and spon­ sored locally by the Ashe County Schools and the Ashe County Arts Council. For more information about school programming please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. For Christmas music, try these 10 classic albums by John W. Whitehead Special to the Post Christmas should be a beautiful time filled with fun and excitement. But there is a mounting movement to do away with it. Indeed, many schools exclude the mention of the word "Christmas." And some even refuse to let kids sing about the Christmas holiday. But it's not only the schools that have taken over the role of Scrooge. Many workplaces avoid even the mention of the "C" word. In fact, someone re­ cently e-mailed that they no longer have Christmas par­ ties. Instead, they're called "end of the year" parties. At the firm's recent holiday par­ ty, people whispered "Merry Christmas" to each other, as if they were discussing por­ nography. But it gets worse. They're Video doing away with Christmas trees, too, calling them "Com­ munity" trees. Amid all this insane humbuggery, however, we can still enjoy the season. Along with a bevy of good Christmas movies, there are some really fine Christmas songs. The amazing thing about Christ­ mas music is how the sacred and irreverent meld into an atmosphere of joy and won­ der. Over the years, I've lis­ tened to literally hundreds of Christmas records, tapes and CDs. The following are ten of my favorite albums. 1. It's Christmas (EMI, 1989): 18 great songs, ranging from John Lennon's "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" to Bing Crosby's "White Christmas." The real treats on this album are Greg Lake's "I Believe in Father Christmas," Kate Bush's "December Will Be Magic Again" and Aled Jones' "Walking in the Air." 2. Christmas Guitar (Rounder 1986): 28 beauti­ fully done traditional Christ­ mas songs by master guitar­ ist John Fahey. Sublime! 3. Christmas Is A Special Day (The Right Stuff, 1993): 12 great songs by Fats Dom­ ino, ranging from "Amazing Grace" to "Jingle Bells." The title song, written by Domino himself, is a real treat. 4. Christmas Island (Au­ gust/Private Music, 1989): "Frosty the Snowman" will never sound the same after you hear Leon Redbone sing it. Neither will "Christmas Island" on this collection of 11 traditional and offbeat songs. 5. A Holiday Celebration (Gold Castle, 1988): Peter, Paul & Mary, backed by the New York Choral Society, sing Enjoy Digital One Star Pak Featuring Starz &B .© traditional and nontradition- Again," originally released in al holiday fare on 12 beau­ the '60s. tifully orchestrated songs. 9. Come On Christmas Also thrown in is Bob Dylan's (Reprise 1997): Dwight Yo"Blowin' in the Wind." akam adds a country flavor 6. The Christmas Album to an even dozen Christmas (Columbia, 1992): Neil Dia­ songs. Finely done, but then mond sings 14 songs, ranging again, anything Dwight sings from "Silent Night" to "Jingle is worth listening to. Bell Rock." A delightful al­ 10. Songs for Christmas bum. (Asthmatic Kitty, 2006). In 7. A Charlie Brown Christ­ December 2001, independent mas (Fantasy, 1988): 12 tra­ singer/songwriter Sufjan ditional Christmas songs by Stevens set out to create a the Vince Guaraldi Trio. Also Christmas gift through songs included is the Charlie Brown for his friends and family. It Christmas theme. eventually grew to a 5-CD 8.1 Wanna Be Santa Claus box set, which includes Ste­ (Mercury, 1999): 12 Christ­ vens' original take on such mas songs by ex-Beatle standards as "Amazing Ringo Starr, some of which Grace" and "We Three Kings" he helped write. Great ren­ and some inventive yuletide ditions of "Rudolph the Red- creations of <his own. A lot of Nosed Reindeer" and "Blue fun. Christmas." Also included is One more thing. We must a new rendition of the Bea­ never forget that the Christ­ tles' "Christmas Time Is Here mas holiday is named after Your Time with up to the Prince of Peace. Thus, it should not so much be a time of getting as of giving. And it should be a time of thinking of others, reaching out to the less fortunate and working to make the world a better place for everyone. As John Lennon sings in "Happy Xmas": And so this is Christmas, For weak and for strong, For rich and the poor ones. The road is so long. 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Dec. 18-22 Sunday, December 17 Monday: Quesadilla w/ Salsa, tossed salad, corn, cobbler, milk Tuesday: Pizza, tossed salad, fruit cocktail, choc, chip cookie, milk Wednesday: Optional Teacher Work Day Thursday: Optional Teacher Work Day Friday: Holiday Friday, December 15 10:30 a.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. 4 - 8 p.m.: When someone says Fish Fry - do you think Mobile Meals of Ashe County? Soon you will 'cause the folks at Mobile Meals are frying up some of the best fish around. Your plate includes a large por­ tion of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw and you'll get a drink with dessert for an $8 donation. All served up at Mobile Meals on Hwy 88 in Clifton - for more information call 385-1314 - dine in, carry out and call-ins welcome. 7 p.m.: Session V of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes continues through Jan. 16th at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Saturday, December 16 2 p.m.: Operation Meal & Music: Support the 1450th North Carolina National Guard Family Readiness group at the Ashe County National Guard Armory. $8.00 admission includes meal and show. To-Go plates: $5.00. Featuring: Vizion 937: 2 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. Kudzu Ramblers 3:30 p.m. 4:45 p.m. Mike Little & Friends: 5 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. Feedback: 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 •p.m. Clark Road: 7:30 p.m. - close For additional information contact: Glenda Osborne (336)982-8558 or Joe Osborne (336)982-3777 6 p.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Youth Christmas Play. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congregation invite you to attend. 6 p.m.:Nathan s Creek United Methodist Church invites everyone to a "Christmas Singing" to celebrate the joy and wonder of the sea­ son. The informal Christmas Singing will feature local sing­ ers and musicians, and oldfashioned "sing-alongs" of your favorite Christmas hymns. Refreshments will be served afterward in the new Guthrie Fellowship Hall behind the church. Nathan's Creek United Methodist Church is located on Nathan's Creek School Road, just off of Route 221. Everyone is welcome. 6 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will have their Christmas program consist­ ing of the youth program, "O Christmas tree' at 6 p.m. and the adults, "Christmas in Cricket County, at 7 p.m. After the programs they invite you to join them in the fellowship hall for a birthday party for Jesus. 11 a.m.: Mount Jefferson Baptist Church will present the Christmas drama "The Guiding Star" second showing at 6:30 p.m. 11 a.m.: Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Christmas cantata "A Carol to the King" sung by the choir. The congre­ gation and Pastor Mark Wiest invite you to attend. 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 3rd Sunday of Advent service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your atten­ dance. 11 a.m.: New River Baptist Church will have their Christmas Cantata. Rev. Wayne Jones and the congregation invite you to attend. 11:30 a.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church in Todd will be having their Christmas play. Regular Sunday services will begin at 10 a.m. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road, and the pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. 1 p.m.: White Cane fund Raiser for West Jefferson Lions Club at 3280 US Highway 221 North, Jefferson, N.C. Home of Lions, Dot and Bob Nichols. Call 336-982-8288 for directions. Refreshments will be served. Come see a vintage farm house decorated for Christmas and help a wor­ thy cause. The White Cane Fund for the West Jefferson Lions Club helps many res­ idents in Ashe County. The funds are used to buy eye­ glasses, hearing aids, and pro­ vide whie canes for the blind in our county. 5 p.m.: Blackburns Chapel United Methodist Church in Todd: Martha Kincaide is using her gifts and talent to offer a Christmas Nativity Drama, there will be Special Music, Carol Singing and Refreshments. Call Rev. Brashear at 336-8774425 for more information. 6 ,fMi.:"Mt. Olive "Baptist Church invites you to their Christmas play 'The Wondrous Birth". Refreshments will be served in the fellowship hall following the service. 6 p.m.: Scottville Baptist Church invites you to their Christmas Play, "A Rich Man's Christmas". Rev. Reeves Jones and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 6 p.m.: Orion Baptist Church will hold a special Candlelight Communion Service followed by the Children's Christmas Program with refreshments fol­ lowing these services. Pastor, Rev. Mace Johnson and con­ gregation welcome you. 6 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Youth will present a Christmas play, "Miracle on Main Street." The congregation and Pastor Mark Wiest invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Beaver Creek Baptist Church will present their Christmas program, entitled, Lost Choir, Bethlehem Springs" with a special presentation by the younger children's choir. Pastor, Rev. Johnny Goodman and congregation welcome you. Beaver Creek is located on the Mulatto Mtn. Rd. 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will have their Christmas Play "Do You see a Miracle". Rev. Charlie McCoy and the congregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek community. 7 p.m.: the Clifton Baptist Church will be presenting their Christmas play entitled, "Three Wise Men and a Baby." Pastor Mack Arnold, Jr. and the con­ gregation invite everyone to attend. Tuesday, December 19 6 p.m.: The High Country Christian Women's Club invites all women and men of the area to join us for our December meeting. This meet­ ing is one week early due to the holiday. Our special feature is "Christmas Sharing." Come join us for Christmas traditions, caroling and some Christmas surprises. We will have a won­ derful catered meal, all inclu­ sive for $11.00. Our speak­ er this month will be Gerry Gorist of Marion, N.C. She will speak on "Getting it Right." Our special Christmas music will be by vocalist Jim McKinney and, at the piano, Judy Eller. Reservations and cancella­ tions by Saturday December 16. Reservations should be honored or used by a friend. Reservations can be made by calling Norma at (704)2641210 or Linda at (704)2643753. A free nursery is also available with reservation. Thursday, December 21 6 p.m.: Winter Solstice. Make your way up onto beautiful Mt. Jefferson to enjoy this winter evening of the Solstice. Bring a jacket, a hat and some gloves. Meet the park ranger around the fire at the overlook to learn about the night sky, the earth, and the sun. This program is free and all are invited. Snow or rain will cancel program. Please call if you have further questions (336) 246-9653 Sunday, December 24 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas ser­ vice. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church will have two Candlelight Christmas Eve Services: the first from 5:306:15 p.m. and the second from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Everyone is invited to come and bring fam­ ily and friends to this very spe­ cial Candlelight Service. Monday, December 25 12 p.m.: Free Christmas Dinner at Friendship Baptist Church. Don't spend Christmas alone! Come join us for food and fellowship. Rides are available. Please call the church office at 982-2080 by December 18 to let us know you are coming. Sunday, December 31 10:30 a.m.: Mt. Paddy Church will host the Pine Ridge Boys. They have been singing Southern Gospel Music for the past 42 years. 8 p.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces New Year's Eve service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Monday, January 8 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. Daniel Piatt and Reid Smithdeal, counselors with New River Behavioral HealthCare will present a program on Recovery Initiatives dealing with Medication Management and Psychosocial Family Education. The public is invited to attend. Ongoing Events p.m. Clients can call in their prescription refills at 828-262162, or doctors can fax new prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call continued on page 12A The County Roads Mobile Pharmacy is still serving Ashe County! All prescriptions are now being filled in Boone, at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition (located at the old health department building off Bamboo Road). Medication pick up days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 Looking for the LAY-A-WAY Counter? LOOK NO FURTHER! Treat someone special Treat your skin. Treat yourself.'*51 LOANS AVAILABLE r: $300 TO $7,500 m. TERMS & RATES VARY, LOANS SUBJECT 10COUATERAL1 BASIC FINANCE INC. Dr. Datnon P. Anagnos and the Staff of Blue Ridge Plastic Surgery Wish You A Beautiful Holiday Season! Jerry Beach, Jr. • Mott Pruitt Basic Finance, Inc. 409-D South Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 Open 8:30 - 5:30 • Monday - Friday Call Today! 246-3900 Gift Certificates Available • 828.268.0082 West Jefferson Chevrolet is Proud to Announce the Addition of % Mountain View TV Center GM Certified Technicians Jerry Lafferty and Bo Fritts (cHi$A (ZouHtiif 2,Lectio>\Lc$ £.xpeits) Panasonic SONY H07C S. Jefferson Ave. • West Jeffersonf Ng 336-246-4388 & I 43 TIRES • BRAKES • SHOCKS N E W OWNERSHIP • N E W MANAGEMENT • N E W ATTITUDES! Hand Picking Technicians to Form the Best Service Team in the High Country We Want To Earn Your Business and Trust! W'ily• • ry \ Call 336-846-4636 yM •H iMJUJa for an appointment GM ». «. --u �PAGE 12A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Area churches announce upcoming holiday services continued from page 11A 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a roved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold December services at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in West Jefferson. A Christmas week schedule will appear in the paper the week of December 18. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m., coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 9823076. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This Is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every first and third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, small furniture, and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640, next to The Gap Hair Salon, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, Holiday Stocking Giue-d-Way! Fridav.December 22nd compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. Angels in the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Come enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-1377. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina at 336-982-4416. Riverview Learning Center is offering computer classes and more. To register or for details, call 385-1338. Riverview Community Thrift Store will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday night Pickin' and Jammin' will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 10 p.m. Riverview Community Center is located in Creston. West Jefferson Community Partnership meets the fourth Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at West Jefferson Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in the revitalization Of our community is invited. Greater Fleetwood Preservation Organization announces its regularly scheduled meetings, occurring on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center® Fleetwood - \ <9 MERCURY Poinsettias Come in Many Colors While bright red and green are the holiday hues most of­ ten associated with poinset­ tias, consumers don't have to settle for these traditional colors. The plants are high-value items: $18 million in whole­ sale sales by North Carolina producers, who moved more than 6 million potted poinset­ tias in 2005, second only to California. Many breeding companies produce new cultivars each year and producers can find the task of choosing which cultivars to grow daunting, says Dr. John Dole, floricul­ turist in North Carolina State University's College ofAgriculture and Life Sciences. This year, as they have for the past several, producers from around the country got a little help from N.C. State University and the local vot­ ing public. On Dec. 3, about 200 visi­ tors to the JC Raulston Ar­ boretum at the free N.C. State-coordinated annual Poinsettia Open House evalu­ ated more than 100 new culti­ vars and compared them with those already on the market. They voted on their favorites, providing both breeders and growers with the consumers' perspective and helping to di­ rect breeding programs. This year, their top three cultivar choices included: • Ice Punch, a striking new plant with red bracts with a blaze of white in the middle of each bract, presenting a great combination of red, green and white. A bracht is a modified leaf that grows at the base of a flower or on its stalk, usual­ ly differing from other leaves in shape or color. (Paul Ecke Ranch Poinsettias, breeder) • Metro Red, with large dark red bracts, making it a classic poinsettia. (Dummen Co., breeder) • Premium Picasso, with interesting peach pink bracts spotted with dark pink that forms a beautiful pink mar­ gin. (Dummen) The voting is a part of the National Poinsettia Trial pro­ gram, which includes Purdue University and the Univer­ sity of Florida. This program includes the independent Homewood Nursery and Gar­ den Center of Raleigh, which provides a retailer's perspec­ tive, says Dr. Brian Whipker, North Carolina Cooperative Extension floriculturist in N.C. State's College of Agri­ culture and Life Sciences. 33-50Off % 4* MBtS county- C $&<R> Mallette at 982-9511 or Jim Bailey at 982-5814. Play Groups at Family Central are as follows: Adventurers of the Mind, Thursday mornings from 10 -12. Three and four year olds participate with a parent or other care giver in age appropriate activities to build relationships and foster a love of learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. Young Explorers meets on Tuesdays from 10-12 noon. This is for two and three year olds joining together with a parent or other care giver for fun and learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. MOMS Play Group meets Fridays 10-12 noon and is for children under seven and their moms or dads. This is an open play group. Moms have time to chat while they play with their, youngsters. Me and My Dad meets every third Saturday from 10-12 noon. Children under seven with their dads meet for an open play group. Dads can spend quality time with their kids while giving mom time for herself. All these play groups are free and open to the public. For more information, call Maribeth at 982-4311, ext. 229. Cancer Survivor's Group is open to any woman who has or has had cancer. Meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday evening of each month. There is lots of companionship and humor. Come make new friends, share information and renew your spirit. For further information contact Jean Colvard at 336-982-2445. If a daytime meeting is better for you, contact Mary Caryl Elmore at 336-246-7567. Free Internet and e-mail classes are offered every Tuesday and Thursday between 5 and 7:30 p.m. at the Public Access Internet Site in the JobLink Career Center at Family Central (the old Ashe Central High School) in Jefferson. Ashe County Alzheimer's Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Ashe Services for Aging. Call 246-2461 for info or 877-9332 for details. Better Breaths Club meets the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 7 p.m. at the AMH Mt. Hearts Facility. This club is for people with respiratory problems who want to learn more about living with their disease. Contact Lincare at 246-4944. Ashe County Arts Council meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. Call 846-ARTS for J** If m ash* Library, entrance on Railroad Grade Road just off Hwy 221. Area residents are invited to come be a part of the future of Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care about their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. Anyone interested please join them on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Call 336-386-6650 with questions. Ashe County Democratic Party meets every fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 846-9068. Prenatal Education Curriculum, Fridays at 6 p.m. for Latino families at Ashe Family Central. The program is offered in four sessions, through December. Transportation and childcare is available. For more information call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449. Survivors of Domestic Violence meet in a confidential setting on the 2nd Monday and 4th Tuesday night of each month from 5:30 - 7 p.m. Group counseling is offered for women and their children at one of these groups each month. Childcare is provided. There is no charge to attend. Please call A.S.H.E. at 9828851 for more details. Ashe County Republican Party meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Ashe County Library downstairs conference room. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call (336) 982-9585. GED (General Educational Development) or High School Diploma program announces the Ashe Center of Wilkes Community College sponsors free-of-charge classes at three different locations with scheduled hours that accommodate everyone's schedule. For more information call 336-846-3900. AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Ashe County Unity Group meets at the Jefferson United Methodist Church at 115 E. Main St. The entrance is in the rear. The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on Monday and Thursday. For more information or to speak to an AA member, call 982-2641. For meeting information in surrounding counties, call (828) 262-1212. Veterans of Foreign Wars would like to invite any eligible veteran to come join their post. They meet every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. They are located on Ashe Park Road in the red, white, and blue building just below the park. For more information please call Mark 409last 2nd Street-West Jefferson, NC mmJlsheMotors.com (336)246-7183 &QiomoA%»a'» Brand Jewelry Wal-mart Shopping Center • Wilkesboro, NC HOLIDAY HOURS: MON.-SAT. 9:30AM • 8PM • SUNDAY 1PM • 6PM 336-667-2257 Ir • 7-2257 Coll us Toll Free oil I-888-591-3174 or E-mail us of diakinq@wilkes.net �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 PAGE 13A COMMUNITY NEWS AAA offers scholarship to travel-literate students Are our kids going places? According to the Travel Indus­ try of America, more than 90 percent of the trips U.S. fami­ lies take are noneducational. That means that kids are learning less about geography and culture than any other civilized nation in the world. AAA Travel, the nation's largest network of leisure travel agencies, hopes to change that with the annu­ al AAA Travel High School Challenge, a travel-oriented contest that awards $100,000 in scholarships and prizes to High School students who are leading the way around the world. With programs like the AAA Travel High School Chal­ lenge, geography and culture, as well as careers in the travel and tourism industry can be­ come a focus in American edu­ cation. There are two types of scholarships available - un­ restricted awards for any stu­ dent with great travel trivia and geography skills, and travel-specific scholarships for those interested in careers in the travel and tourism in­ dustry - and every student who enrolls can be eligible for both. Participating in the AAA Travel High School Chal­ lenge is easy and involves no lengthy applications, letters of recommendation or gathering of transcripts. It begins online with one- step enrollment before Jan. 8. Once enrolled, a 15-minute online quiz is taken between Jan. 8 and 16. State semi-finalists will continue to the state finals, held March 6-8, for written proctored tests at AAA offices. The national finals with each state champion are held May 19-22, at Universal Studios in Orlando, Fla., and provide students an opportunity to compete in a high-stakes, sin­ gle-elimination bee for a grand prize $20,000 scholarship. Second and third place prizes will also be awarded at $10,000 and $5,000, re­ spectively. In addition, the top five scorers in each state who express interest in travel- related careers will have an opportunity to submit an es­ say for both a state and na­ tional essay competition to win $56,000 in travel-specific scholarships. Students can enroll or learn more at www. aaa.com/travelchallenge. "It is startling to think about the lack of educational travel in our country," said Sarah Henshall, vice presi­ dent of travel at AAA Carolinas. "In addition, the declin­ ing career interest of young Americans in a $1.3 trillion travel and tourism industry is disturbing. These two issues are directly connected, and we believe the AAA Travel High School Challenge will not only encourage teens to study travel geography or consider a career in the industry, but will also spark an interest in see­ ing new places and learning more about the world around them." Sponsors of the AAA Travel High School Challenge include Bank of America, Continen­ tal Airlines, Hard Rock Live, Marriott, Pleasant Hobdays and Universal Orlando. The AAA Travel High School Challenge is the official scholarship competition for AAA Travel, the largest full service leisure travel agency in North America. AAA Travel has more than 1,000 accred­ ited travel agency locations generating more than $3.6 bil­ lion in revenues. AAA Travel provides do­ mestic and international air­ line «tickets, cruises, escorted tours, independent tour pack­ ages, hotels, car rentals and other travel products. AAA Travel's services are available to everyone and are also avail­ able on the Internet at aaa. com/travel. An affiliate of the Ameri­ can Automobile Association, AAA Carobnas was founded in 1922 as a not-for-profit or­ ganization that now serves nearly 1.6 million members with travel, automobile and insurance services while be­ ing an advocate for the safety and security of all travelers. (Need more information? See page 5B.) Can you pass the test? Sample Questions and Answers for the AAA Travel High School Challenge The winning question from the 2006 AAA Travel High School Challenge was: Where is an attraction that until recently was called the Spanish Aero Car? Answer: Niagara Falls » Additional sample questions 1. Which would be least like­ ly to be on an Eastern Carib­ bean cruise itinerary? A. St. Thomas B. Cayman Islands C. St. Croix D. Martinique E. St. Martin 2. You are staying at a sea­ side resort in Mexico. Which must it be? A. Lima B. Taxco C. Seville D. Acapulco E. San Juan E. Bariloche 3. Which is not a city in Can­ ada? A. Terre Haute B. Regina C. Hamilton D. Whitehorse E. Hull 4. Where could you see Cra­ ter Lake? A. Colorado B. Arizona C. New York D. Oregon E. California 5. In which place would knowing French least come in handy? A. Haiti B. Geneva C. Brussels D. Recife E. Abijan 6. Which is not a place you could snow ski? A. Chamonix B. Delft C. Morocco D. Lake Tahoe lO VfibBlUf' 1 7. You're driving due west from Dodge City. Which state will you come to first? A. Colorado B. Illinois C. Tennessee D. Wyoming E. Wisconsin 8. Which is an attraction you could see if you were travel­ ing in Asia? A. The Tidal Bore B. Iao Needle C. The Bund D. The Spanish Steps E. Niokolo-Koba National Park 9. You and your family are visiting New England. Which attraction might you experi­ ence? A. MoMA B. Lake Placid C. Carnegie Institute D. Barnes Foundation E. The Breakers 10. Nicknames are often used www. , .Jr ,*«» to help promote travel to a state. The "Sunflower State" refers to which state? A. Kansas B. Iowa C. Ohio D. Texas E. Queensland 11. You're staying in Los An­ geles. Which place would be much too far to drive to, visit and return in the same day? A. San Diego Zoo B. Muir Woods C. Palm Springs D. Santa Barbara E. Universal Studios D. Bahrain E. Botswana 14. Which two share a com­ mon border? A. Peru and Paraguay B. Austria and Romania C. Latvia and Poland D. Alberta and Manitoba E. Botswana and South Af­ rica 15. The Loire Valley is most famous for: A. a waterfall B. chateaux C. skiing D. wines E. pottery 12. You're sightseeing in a state capital. Which one is it? A. Frankfort B. Newark C. Cedar Rapids D. Provo E. Kansas City 16. Moorea is part of which island group? A. Fiji B. Samoa C. American Samoa D. The Cook Islands E. The Tahitian Islands 13. Which is not an interna­ tionally recognized country? A. Albania B. Aruba C. Guam 17. What's the Powell-Hyde line? A. The border that separates Alaska from Canada B. The original name of the Alaska Pipeline C. A San Francisco cable car route D. The border between India and Pakistan E. A line on the London Un­ derground 18. Bali is part of which coun­ try? A. Malaysia B. French Polynesia C. Philippines D. The United States E. Indonesia 19. You could see the world's tallest lighthouse in: A. Canada B. United States C. Italy D. Japan E. Alexandria 20. Which is the shortest dis­ tance from Plymouth Rock? A. Hartford B. Boston C. Portland D. The Berkshires E. The White Mountains (Answers on page 5B) a kz&SxrM ill T u h o C m aC t i g o c f l t Ukm 3(F OfiStlecMlUiat FO^J TRIBAL FRENCH DRESSING 40% off Selected Jeans 25 % off Si "" 30% Off Gift Certificates Available! 205B Shamrock Square^efferson,J^'*336-846-9551 Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am - 6:00pm • Sat. 9:30am - 5:30pm • After hours by appointment �PAGE 14A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Training for terror ISIUJ come the Huskies! Photo courtesy of Barbara Thomas Barbara Thomas snapped this great picture of the Husky Vanguard March Band as the group marched on Thanksgiving Day in the Carousel Parade in Charlotte. The band are always great ambassadors for Ashe County, delighting crowds wherever they perform. A new report by the Cen­ ters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is now available on line at www.cdc. nchs. The report, "Training for Terrorism-Related Conditions in Hospitals: United States, 2003-2004," is based on data from the annual National Hospital Ambulatory Medi­ cal Care Survey, conducted by CDC's National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS). Among the findings: Teaching hospitals were better trained than other hos­ pitals for bioterrorism, and Joint Commission accredited hospitals had prepared more of their physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitio­ ners, nurses and lab staff for such emergencies. Eighty-eight percent of hospitals surveyed in 2003 and 2004 said their nurses had been trained in how to recognize and treat patients exposed to at least one of seven pathogens including: smallpox, anthrax, plague, botulism, tularemia, viral en­ cephalitis and hemorrhagic fever, or chemical or radio­ logical attacks. Eighty-six percent of the clinical staff in hospitals with 24-hour emergency depart­ ments or outpatient clinics were trained to recognize and treat smallpox, and 82 per­ cent were trained to recognize and treat anthrax infection. "Training for TerrorismRelated Conditions in Hos­ pitals: United States, 20032004" can be accessed at www. cdc.gov/nchs. State faces housing crisis • LOST DOG by Chris Estes Executive Director North Carolina Housing Coalition Special to the Post Much excitement and sup­ port was generated by the re­ cent visit of ABC television's Extreme Home Improvement to a Raleigh neighbor­ hood. Clearly the power of television can have signifi­ cant impact in telling stories as well gener­ ating goodwill in support of families in need of bet­ ter housing. Hundreds of volunteers turned out to help and significant amounts of supplies and materials were donated in support of the event. Certainly the family that was helped had provided tre­ mendous service to people in need in their neighborhood during difficult times and it was wonderful to see them receive such a great confir­ mation of their contributions now that they were in need of support themselves. This television show high­ lights the importance of our homes in our quality of life in every episode. Our home is typically the largest finan­ cial asset we will possess; it determines where our chil­ dren go to school, how far we must travel for work, goods and services, how often and how easily we interact with our community, as well as our health, well being and per­ sonal safety. It truly does all begin at home. While we all love a happy ending, there are hundreds of thousands of households in NC today that are still in need of quality affordable housing who will not likely have their stories told on television. Their lives will continue to be a struggle between choos­ ing basic expenses and rent or choosing a decent apart­ ment or a cheaper substan­ dard unit and risk health and safety. Many will end up in homeless shelters at some point because they are one unexpected event away from economic collapse or cannot access rental assistance due to lengthy waiting lists. According to a report re­ leased today, the average North Carolina renter must 1 earn $12.61 an hour - work­ ing 40 hours a week, 52 weeks a year - to be able to afford rent and utilities for a modest two bedroom unit in the private housing market. This represents an increase of 19.7% since 2000. The report, Out of Reach 2006, was jointly re­ leased by the National Low Income Hous­ ing Coalition (NLIHC), a Washington, DC-ba sed housing ad­ vocacy group, and the North Carolina Housing Co­ alition. The report provides the Housing Wage and other data for ev­ ery state, metropolitan area and county in the country. An estimated 43% percent of NC's renters do not earn enough income to afford a two-bedroom unit at the Fair Market Rent. This amounts to more than 412,000 house­ holds across the state. Within this group are sin­ gle parents working full-time, incomes, seniors on fixed spouses and children fleeing domestic violence, and per­ sons with disabilities. The housing market will never provide quality housing for them without additional in­ vestment because they simply do not have enough money. This housing need will not be solved by any one group, agency or nonprofit. There are dozens of these organiza­ tions working across the state to try and address the lack of affordable housing in their communities. Their problem is a lack of resources. North Carolina does have a great resource to utilize in this struggle. The North Carolina Housing Trust Fund was created in 1987 to bring state resources into afford­ able housing production. Administered by the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency, all of the funds go into housing production pro­ grams that serve people com­ ing out of homelessness into an affordable apartment to those accessing home owner­ ship for the first time. The agency has been recognized nationally several times for their innovative programs all they need is more funding. Three years ago, North Carolina Housing Coalition was joined by the NC Justice Center, United Way of NC, NC Coalition to End Home­ lessness, and the AJ Fletcher Foundation in forming the Campaign for Housing Caro­ lina, an effort calling for a $50 million annual investment in the Housing Trust Fund. We have been joined by over 150 other organizations and groups, including NC Bank­ ers Association, NC Citizens for Business and Industry, NC Coalition Against Domes­ tic Violence, AARP-NC and Governor's Advocacy Council for Persons with Disabilities. There are two things you can do if you want to support deserving people in need of quality affordable housing in your community: visit our website (www.nchousing.org) to find local organizations in your community you can sup­ port, and sign up to receive information on how you can support the Campaign for Housing Carolina. There are tens of thou­ sands of wonderful stories waiting to be told in your lo­ cal communities, and with this critical investment in quality affordable housing, local organizations can make them happen. At this time of year when we reflect on the blessings in our lives, join us in helping make these happy endings a reality. REWARD OFFERED w.\ M ' • • Female brown & white Aussie I German Shepherd Mix. Answers to "Molly"i Missing since Sunday. December 10 from East Jefferson, near Family Central & Bare Electric Please call 977-9053 (days) or 982-5145 (nights) Celebrate Christmas with us as we express our appreciation for you and your business! We are having a special Christmas Customer Appreciation Day on Tuesday. December loth at all of our Ashe County locations! A/ AF Bank West Jefferson & Jefferson (336) 246-4344 Warrensville (336) 384-4900 Member FDIC �Friday Night Hoops Friday, December 15, 2006 The Huskies basketball teams take on the Golden Eagles from Surry Central tonight in their third conference game of the season. JV Girls start the action at 4 p.m. Lady Huskies roll past Wilkes Central Eagles This week in Husky sports The Sports Editor's email has changed! To reach the Jefferson Post Sports department e-mail us at wjssports@jeffersonpost.com or mgraybeal@jeffersonpost.com points. At the conclusion of the third quarter, the Eagles were trailing the Huskies by With a record of 3-1 and a score of 57-29. following a tremendous win During the fourth quarter, over Forbush, the Huskies the Huskies lit-it-up and played host to the Eagles scored an outstanding 21 from Wilkes Central. The points. However, the Huskies Huskies advanced to 2-0 were not content with just in the conference with a scoring, as they held the marvelous 43-point victory Eagles to only six points in the over the Eagles with a 78-35 fourth quarter. The intensive final score. defense by the Huskies forced The action got underway the Eagles into a 43-point loss and the Huskies claimed the and gave the Huskies their first points of the game when fourth victory of the season. Kim McNeil knocked down Sophomore Kim McNeil two free-throws only thirty led the Huskies offense with seconds into the game. The Photo by Michael Graybeal 21 points, Kendra Yearick The scoreboard tells the story following the Huskies Huskies then held the Eagles also recorded her first double dominating victory over the Eagles on Tuesday night. scoreless for the first three double with 13 points and ten minutes of the game. During rebounds. Kelly Hudler added 11 points to the Huskies totals, and other Husky scorers were Shelly Barker with ten points, Kaitlin Smith with seven points, Kassee Roberts with six points, Larken Mikeal with five points, Katie Gammons with four points, and Lindsey Hagel added two points. The Lady Huskies outrebounded the Eagles by a tally of 42-14, and Coach Foster commented "This was a great win, beating Wilkes Central is a great victory for our girl's basketball program. I was very impressed with our rebounding. We dominated the boards." The victory over the Eagles puts the Huskies record at 4-1 for the season and is currently tied for first place in the conference with a record of 2-0. The Huskies return to action tonight when Photo by Michael Graybeal Photo by Michael Graybeal they host another conference Kelly Hudler (right) takes the ball up strong and draws the Kendra Yearick (right) pushes the bail up the court hard while Kaitlin Smith (left) fills the game against the Golden foul, while Kim McNeil (left) works hard tor rebounding Eagles from Surry Central. lane to receive the pass for the open lay-up. position. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter the scoreless time for the Eagles, the Huskies were able to add five more points to their team score, to take the score to 7-2 with 4:30 remaining in the first quarter. The Huskies then poured it on the Eagles, and in the next four minutes the Huskies outscored the Eagles ten points to four to give the Huskies a ten point lead at the conclusion of the first period, 17-7. The second period brought more action from the Huskies and in the first three minutes, the Huskies had extended their lead to 14 points. At this point, the Huskies turned on their motors and ended the first half with a 16-6 scoring run and headed into halftime with an authoritative 23point lead, 43-20. Kim McNeil lead the Huskies attack with 15 points in the first half, and Kelly Hudler also added a strong nine-points. Kaitlin Smith also contributed seven-points to the Huskies attack. The second half brought more scoring for the Huskies and fewer points for the Eagles. The Huskies came out strong in the third quarter and were determined to increase their lead. The Huskies were able to do this by scoring 14 points in the third quarter and limiting the Eagles to only nine Varsity men fall short to Eagles by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter On Tuesday night, the varsity men hosted the Eagles from Wilkes Central for their second conference game of the year. The Eagles proved to be a tough team and out edged the Huskies after a tough battle by a score of 63-75. The final game of the evening started with the Huskies scoring the first basket. However, the Eagles battled back and after the first three minutes of play, the Huskies were trailing the m—amm Photo by Michael Graybeal George Baker looks for the open man during Tuesday night's game against Wilkes Central. Eagles by a score of 2-6. Soon after, Tommy Spagnolo posted up and received a pass from his teammate and scored the lay-up and was fouled on the play. Following his made free throw, the Huskies only trailed the Eagles by one point. Unfortunately for the Huskies, the Eagles were able to increase their lead and concluded the first quarter with a six-point lead, 11-17. The second quarter opened up with the Eagles starting out in a 12-4 offensive run in the first four minutes of the half. However, the Huskies did not quit. For the remainder of the first half, the Huskies and Eagles were even until the closing seconds of the first half. Ethan Goodman had the ball for the Huskies and with seven seconds left, he drained a three-pointer to cut the Eagles lead to eleven points when the teams headed into halftime. The score at halftime was the Huskies trailing the Eagles, 28-39. The Huskies scoring in the first half was led by Tommy Spagnolo, who recorded nine points. The Huskies also received scoring from six other players who evenly distributed the scoring. When the second half action resumed, the Huskies once again found difficulty cutting into the Eagles score. After the first three minutes of the quarter, each team had scored four points each, which took the score to 3243 in favor of the Eagles. On a play shortly after, Ethan Goodman found a open spot on the perimeter and knocked down the open three to cut the Eagles lead to eight points, 35-43 with 4:30 to play in the third quarter. However, the Eagles stopped the Huskies momentum and went on a 10-4 run. At the end of the third quarter, the Eagles were still leading the Huskies by a score of 39-53. With only one quarter left, the Huskies had eight minutes left to mount a come back. Immediately the Huskies were able to score on their first possession of the quarter to cut the lead to 11 points. On the following play Daniel Wain comes away with a huge defensive steal for the Huskies and dished the ball to Ethan Goodman who laid the ball up for two points to cut the Eagles lead to only six points. On the Eagles next possession, a strong defensive stand for the Huskies led to a missed shot by the Eagles and Parker Johnson established great defensive positioning for the rebound. Due to the great position, Johnson drew the foul from the Eagles player and proceeded to the line and drained a free throw to cut the Eagles lead to five points with six minutes remaining in the game. On the Eagles following possession, the Huskies again stood strong and forced the Eagles into a missed shot and once again a Husky player was fouled on the rebound. The Huskies player was Tommy Spagnolo who was able tocut the Eagles lead to only four points after making a free throw. With the Huskies only trailing by four points, the fans and the Dog Pound were going crazy. However, the next play Photo by Michael Graybeal Tommy Spagnolo works hard for possition in the post. proved to be disastrous for the Huskies. Following an illegal hand check foul on the Huskies, a Husky player was penalized with a double technical. The double technical, plus the hand check awarded the Eagles See Varsity Men, page 2B Youth of Ashe bring down bucks Photo courtesy of Pam Roland Getting up early paid off for 9 year old Jenna McNeill who shot a 9 point buck Thanksgiv­ ing morning. Photo courtesy of family 14 year old Christopher Campbell recorded a 8 point kill on November 25 in Little Helton. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS MVAC official standings JV Boys 5-0 by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter With the JV boys heading into conference play, expectations were set high. The team responded well by winning their first two conference games by beating Forbush by a score of 39-23 and then by defeating Wilkes Central by a score of 52-45. The JV Huskies had their first conference match up against Forbush last Friday night. The Huskies came away victorious by a score of 39-23. The contest was close for the majority of the game, until the Huskies came alive in the fourth quarter. At the end of the first quarter, neither the Huskies nor the Falcons could gain a lead, and stood deadlocked at 6-6. The second quarter showed a slight edge for the Falcons, as they were able to outscore the Huskies by a mere two points. The Falcons headed into the halftime break possessing a narrow lead, with the score 12-10 in favor of Forbush. Following the halftime break, the Huskies came out strong in the third quarter and outscored the Falcons 12-9 to regain the lead. From this point on the Huskies were in charger of the game and they extended their lead to 16 points in the fourth quarter when they outscored the Falcons 17 points to a measly four points. The explosive fourth quarter gave the Huskies a 39-23 victory over the Falcons for their first conference win and fourth win of the season. The Huskies were led by Tavin Holman, who was the only Husky to score in double digits with ten points, Cory Roten also added seven points for the Huskies in the victory over the Falcons. Following the game against Forbush, the Huskies returned to their home court to host the Eagles from Wilkes Central. Like the previous game, the Huskies remained close to their opponents for the majority of the game. The only exception was that the Huskies could not gain a commanding lead against the Eagles, but still managed to pull out a victory by seven points, 52-45. The game opened up with the Huskies outscoring the Eagles by a narrow two points in the first quarter. The Huskies were only able to score nine points in the first seven minutes of the game, but they were also able to limit the Eagles to only seven points. In the second period, the Huskies seemed to gain momentum and were able to score 11 points. In a repeat of the first quarter, the Huskies held the Eagles to only seven points again to give the Huskies a six point lead heading into halftime, 20-14. However, the Eagles made some adjustments during halftime and came out in the third quarter and scored fourteen points. However, the Eagles were not able to stop the Huskies I Men's Basketball Through games as of December 9, 2006 WON LOST ASHE COUNTY 1 0 NORTH SURRY 1 0 STARMOUNT 0 WILKES CENT. Huskies offense with 15 points, and Tavin Holman had another impressive performance for the Huskies as he scored 11 points. Jaren Holman also added eight points to the Huskies total, while Dustin Hamm added seven points in the paint for the Huskies. The Huskies now possess a 5-0 record and will host the Golden Eagles from Surry Central tonight in their third conference match up of the season. 0 SURRY CENT. who scored 17 points. The 17 points scored by the Huskies in the third quarter gave the Huskies a nine point lead heading into the fourth and final period. In the fourth period, the Eagles could not seem to catch up with the Huskies. The Huskies managed to take care of the ball and was able to conclude the game with a seven-point victory, with the score 52-45. Richie Absher led the 0 NORTH WILKES Photo by Michael Graybeal Dustin Hamm drains a jumper for two of his seven points against Wilkes Central. 1 FORBUSH 0 WON LOST 4 5 0 5 0 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 0 3 4 4 3 2 WRESTLING Through matches as of December 9, 2006 All Games (No Conference Matches Played Yet) WON LOST STARMOUNT 17 7 SURRY CENTRAL 9 4 NORTH SURRY 8 5 NORTH WILKES 9 10 FORBUSH 6 8 WILKES CENTRAL'' 7 continued from page IB six free throws, plus the ball and the Huskies could not following the free throws. catch the Eagles. The Eagles Following the six made free were able to extend their throws by the Eagles, the lead to twelve points, and at Huskies momentum was the end of the game recorded stopped, and the Eagles their first conference win by again had a ten-point lead, the score of 63-75. 59-49. The Huskies once The Huskies were led in again mounted a run, and scoring by Ethan Goodman, when Tommy Spagnolo sank who had 18 points, and two free throws with 3:18 Tommy Spagnolo added 16 left, the Huskies only trailed points down the stretch to the Eagles by six points. bring the Huskies close in However, many Husky the fourth quarter. Kaleb players were in foul trouble Davis also had an impressive performance and added nine points to the Huskies total. Other scorers included, Tatum Lemly with eight points, Parker Johnson with six points, Daniel Wain also added three points for the Huskies, and Ryan Moser recorded three points. The Huskies record now stands at 3-2, and they will return to action tonight when they host the Golden Eagles from Surry Central for another conference match-up. Look for results in Tuesday's paper. 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TO SEE MORE OF OCR LISTINGS, CHECK OCT OCR WEBSITE AT www.c21 hentagerealty.com �PAGE 4B JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 • + The first day of the winter season in the Northern Hemisphere is December 21st. On this day the winter solstice occurs, which is the shortest day of the year for the Northern Hemisphere. In the Southern Hemisphere summer is just beginning, and they will experience their longest day of the year around the 21st of December. During winter the days become shorter, the sunshine is not as warm as it is in summer, and the wind is very chilly. This is because the Earth's orbit in the Northern Hemisphere is farther away from the sun than it is during the summer months. This is what makes it summer in the Southern Hemisphere and winter in the Northern Hemisphere. When the nights become cold it will frost outside. In the morning, everything outside will be white and sparkling with frost. Most trees have lost their leaves, as it's too cold for the trees to keep them Early in the winter it will snow on the mountain tops. As it gets colder, in some parts of the world it will snow in lower elevations. Some animals grow thick coats to keep them warm in the cold winter. Other animals hibernate through the winter months, such as bears and some rodents. This is when an animal sleeps through the cold months. The metabolism of the animal will slow down so that it will not have to eat everyday, though some will wake up and feed on warmer days through the season. This allows these animals to survive through the winter months. Some bears will give birth to their young during the winter months. Reptiles and amphibians are cold-blooded animals. When the temperatures drop they enter a state similar to hibernation called torpor. This state helps them to control their body temperature, much like that of mammals that grow winter furs In order to survive the winter, birds migrate south to warmer weather. They will return to their homes in the spring. There are many different activities that one can participate in during the winter. Ice skating and skiing are two very popular winter sports. Many people take vacations during these months to take advantage of the snow. Many artists like to use the outside ice to make ice sculptures outside. This way the artist does not need to keep it in freezers over the winter. Many children love to build snowmen and go sledding in their neighborhoods. Many festivals are celebrated throughout cultures are celebrated during the winter, as it can be a very beautiful time of the year. jce y f - Across Clues* yf Crossword Puzzle y^Winter Wonderland Word Search t Use the clues 10 solve the puzzle below! D Y W X 2. This celestial event marks the shortest day of , the year in the Northern Hemisphere. 3. Birds will do before the cold winter sets in. 4. Children and adults like to build these in winter. 6. The state reptiles take during winter. 7. This will keep your head warm when it's cold. 8. When it is very cold, rain may turn into what? Find the words hidden in the puzz,e below! X G L D J B R S Y H J S I Y D C G N Down Clues: yf H K I J B S Y X A E T )V V G S L WW F G A R C G R E C S T M U V A S H L H Y Y S B X L WX L * • * ** Y I C W G N V P D X E Z J E T S 0 V D I E S U A A F I W N W T C N G M N F S L 0 S R E T N W U T C A C L H K J B M L T E WW B Q B T X D R R L is Sfi^E 1 Which is Different? The below scerle is a common one of winter. Below, circle the scene that is not the same! 1. 2. 3. I WC F H C T 0 R P 0 R Y 0 0 R L D J • 1. When mammals sleep through the winter, it is called what? 2. A popular winter sport that is played on the sides of mountains. • 5. 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In addition, buses operated by AppalCart will now run on the 20 percent biodiesel and 80 ASU photo by Mike Rominger Students in Appalachian State University's Renewable Energy Initiative pose beside an Ap­ palCart bus that now runs on biodiesel purchased from the university's motor pool fueling station. ASU photo by Mike Rominger Mary Baker, chair of the student-run Renewable Energy Ini­ tiative, pumps biodiesel fuel into an AppalCart bus. Thanks to student efforts, the university now has a 10,000 tank that contains B20 fuel, a mixture of diesel and biodiesel. percent diesel mixture known at B20. AppalCart is Watauga County's transportation ser­ vice, funded in part by stu­ dent fees and allocations from the Town of Boone, Watauga County, and state and federal funds. A 10,000-gallon fuel tank and fuel dispenser have been installed at the university's fu­ eling station on Dale Street off State Farm Road to store and dispense the biodiesel fuel. The purchase was funded in part by the student renew­ able energy fee, approved by the university's student body in 2004. "Starting today, 13 Appal­ Cart buses and a portion of the university's motor pool More on AAA travel scholarship (Editor's note: For more information on this unique scholarship, see page 13A. The sample quiz [don't peak at the answers!] are there as well.) The nation's largest net­ work of leisure travel agen­ cies is once again rewarding students for using their GPS, rather than their GPA. The AAA Travel High School Challenge aims to increase travel and geographic liter­ acy and encourage an inter­ est in travel and hospitality careers among high school students with the annual AAA Travel High School Challenge, a geography and travel-oriented contest that awards $100,000 in scholar­ ships and prizes. The AAA Travel High School Chal­ lenge is for students who are going places. The goal of the AAA Travel Challenge goes beyond sim­ ply increasing the number of teens who can find locations on a map. Through the con­ test, AAA hopes to inspire students to deepen their un­ derstanding of other cultures, lifestyles and events, and to consider careers in the travel and tourism industry. About the contest: • The Challenge will award more than $100,000 in scholarships and prizes, plus an all-expense-paid trip to Universal Studios in Orlan­ do, Fla., for national finals competitors. • There are two types of scholarships available - un­ restricted awards for any student with great geogra­ phy and travel trivia skills, and travel-specific scholar­ ships for those interested in careers in the travel and tourism industry - and every student who enrolls can be eligible for both. • The Challenge begins with just one easy step to enroll before Jan. 7 for all scholarships. Once enrolled, students will take a fifteen minute online quiz between Jan. 8-16,2007. For the unre­ stricted Scholarships, the top five scorers in each state will continue to the state finals, held March 6-8, 2007, which consists of written tests at AAA offices. The state final­ ists will then continue to the national finals, held May 1922, 2007, at Universal Stu­ dios in Orlando, Fla., with a top prize of $20,000. • In addition, the top five scorers in each state who express interest in travelrelated careers (such as hos­ pitality or restaurant man­ agement, meeting planning, and travel agent certifica­ tion) will have an opportuni­ ty to submit an essay for both a state and national competi­ tion to win $56,000 in travelspecific scholarships. • Marc Mancini, one of the nation's leading travel consultants and developer of the Geography Bowl, works closely with AAA to develop contest questions and serve as the emcee for the finals competition. • Sponsors of the AAA Travel Higlj School Chal- lenge include Bank of Amer­ ica, Continental Airlines, Hard Rock Live, Marriott, Pleasant Holidays and Uni­ versal Orlando. • This is the contest's fifth year. About AAA Travel: • The AAA Travel High School Challenge is the offi­ cial scholarship competition for AAA Travel, the largest full service leisure travel agency in North America. AAA Travel has more than 1,000 accredited travel agen­ cy locations generating more than $3.6 billion in revenues. AAA Travel provides domes­ tic and international airline tickets, cruises, escorted tours, independent tour pack­ ages, hotels, car rentals and other travel products. AAA Travel's services are avail­ able to everyone and are also available on the Internet at aaa.com/travel. About the United States Travel and Tourism Indus­ try: (Information from Trav­ el Industry Association of America and the U.S. Depart­ ment of Labor) • Travel and Tourism is a $1.3 trillion industry in the United States. • The travel and tourism industry is one of the coun­ try's largest employers with 7.3 million direct travel-gen­ erated jobs. • Spending by resident and international travelers in the United States aver­ ages $1.6 billion a day, $68 million an hour, $1.1 million a minute and $19,000 a sec­ ond. • Travel and tourism gen­ erates $100 billion in tax revenue for local, state and federal governments. • Each U.S. household would pay $924 more in tax­ es without the tax revenue generated by the Travel and Tourism Industry. • More than 90 percent of the trips U.S. families take are for leisure, rather than education. • The hospitality indus­ try will need an increase in employment oT 17 percent by 2014 and the meeting and convention planning busi­ ness will see an 18-24 per­ cent increase. will become a bit greener, set­ ting a standard that we hope other universities and towns across the state and country will follow," said Mary Baker, chair of Appalachian's Renew­ able Energy Initiative. Through the initiative, stu­ dents pay $10 a year to fund alternative and renewable en­ ergy projects on campus. *There are only about 20 of these student-led university initiatives in the nation, and we are proud to be the leaders in this area. We hope to lessen the university's dependence on nonrenewable energy and decrease our environmental impact. Today, we are one step closer to that goal. AppalCart director Chris Turner estimates his fleet of buses will use 5,000 gallons of biodiesel a month. It is es­ timated that university vehi­ cles will use about 2,500 gal­ lons a month. In addition, the gasoline tanks at the fueling station have been converted to pump E10 fuel, which is a combination of ethanol and gasoline. The cleaner-burning fuels will reduce the amount of unburned hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide and particulates released into the atmosphere, university officials say. "This project represents the student body's commit­ ment to preserving our natu­ ral resources, reducing our dependence on foreign oil supplies and protecting the environment through reduced emissions of air pollutants," said Greg Lovins, interim vice chancellor for business af­ fairs. "Appalachian is undergoing somewhat of a renaissance in energy issues as we move to reduce energy use and en­ hance our recycling efforts throughout campus." Lovins said a new recycling coordinator has been hired who will focus on student in­ volvement on the university's recycling efforts, and that Ap­ palachian was recruiting its first energy manager whose duties would include conduct­ ing a comprehensive review of energy use on campus and ini­ tiating technological and con­ servation projects to meet the state's energy reduction goals. "We are not taking these actions solely as a result of state or federal laws," Lovins said, "but because they are the right things to do. 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While the wind is a-blowing outside, pull on those indus­ trial strength latex gloves and get ready to fire up the cleaning supplies. Here are some tips for success: Zero in on the target When organizing, it's a good idea to get tunnel vision. If you focus on all of the things you have to accomplish in general, you probably will not even start one task. If the entire house is a mess, start by doing one room at a time - the one that will offer the most instant gratifica­ tion - or even one quadrant of a room at a time (kitch­ en pantry). Breaking down organization into smaller chunks of work ensure the entire task will be more manageable. It's in the bag - A shop­ ping or trash bag can be your best friend as you do a runthrough of the room. There's likely to be items here that really belong elsewhere. Place all errant things in the bag (or trash if they are tru­ ly garbage). Don't bring outof-place items to where they belong just yet. Otherwise you may get overwhelmed or sidetracked with another project. Simply keep them in the bag until it's time to move on to another task. Keep cleaning supplies on hand - It's much more time-efficient to keep clean­ ing supplies on your body or near to your area of atten­ tion. For example, you may want to stow a sponge, roll of paper towels, container of abrasive cleanser, toilet brush and tile cleaner spray under the sink of each bath­ room. Having all the tools close by will make fast work of straightening up. Another idea is to create a cleaning toolbelt. Stock a carpenter's toolbelt with glass cleaner, dusters, rags, etc., and wear it as you move around clean­ ing and organizing. If the toolbelt doesn't appeal to you, use a rolling cart, back­ pack or other storage device that can move with you from room to room. Delegate chores - Each member of the household (who is old enough) can be responsible for one area of the house, either their bed­ room or the room they fre­ quent the most. Having help and knowing that you don't have to worry about that area of the house can help you better focus on your own tasks. Break habits so clean­ ing will be easier next time - Are you a pack rat? Or do you "organize" so well you actually forget where you put things away? Own up to your faults and strengths Fun reindeer facts (MS)—While these ani­ mals may not be able to soar through the skies (without the help of the jolly fellow in red, that is), there are some interesting facts about rein­ deer to enjoy. • Reindeer reside in the .Arctic north. They can be found in North America, Asia and Europe. • These animals are cous­ ins of the caribou, which are larger than reindeer. • Reindeer can pull a full sleigh at a speed of 12 to 15 miles per hour. • Reindeer and caribou are the only deer where males, females, and calves produce antlers. Like other deer, the antlers are shed each year. • Reindeer hair is ex­ tremely dense so that the animals can survive in the Arctic. This thick coat al­ lows the animals to lay on snow without melting it and getting wet. • Large feet in relation to their body size helps reindeer walk on snow. HL06C751 and make strides to change bad habits. This can lead to less frustration and work in the long run. For example, if you like to keep bills and other important papers filed away, do so right after you pay them rather than letting them all pile up in the home office. After all, it's easier to put off filing a large stack of paperwork than smaller, more manageable piles. Splurge on attractive cleaning tools or organiza­ tional items - Sure it may seem like a luxury, but if you're enamored with a spe­ cific "wonder wand" or nuts and bolts tray, go ahead and indulge. If you are excited about the organizational or cleaning product, you may be more inclined to use it. Make a day of shopping at a store that specializes in organizational supplies, or just browse through the aisles of your favorite dis­ count center. Have a plan of action and buy the tools for the job. Use space effectively - Store items you use fre­ quently in closets or drawers that are easily accessible. Seasonal or infrequently used items, such as that gi­ ant coffee urn, can be kept in the basement, attic or garage. If closets are clut­ tered, consider revamping with any of the closet or­ ganizational systems avail­ able. These can add shelves, extra rack space and more to a variety of closet sizes. If cabinet space is at a pre­ mium, consider hanging pots and pans from a sus­ pended or wall rack. Spices and other baking supplies can be stored in decorative spice racks and bins on the counter. In storage closets or the garage, attach hooks and clips to walls that can keep mops, brooms and oth­ er items off of the floor and neat. QUICK TIPS TO KEEP IT CLEAN Make your work even easier by employing these handy strategies for keep­ ing dirt at bay. 1. Prevent excessive dust buildup on plastic surfaces such as televisions and ste­ reo equipment. Run an anti­ static dryer sheet over the surface. The sheets contain ingredients that prevent static and will in turn help turn down the magnetic at­ traction these electronic de­ vices have with dust. 2. Prevent hard water stains and excessive mildew on bathroom tiles. Apply a thin coating of furniture polish or automotive wax to the wall tiles (do not apply to the floor of the shower or tub!) after cleaning. The wax will help repel the wa­ ter and other grime. 3. Throw dusty curtains into the dryer on the noheat setting to refresh them and fluff off the dust. The lint trap will collect the dust bunnies and other particles and subtle wrinkles will be removed from the curtains. 4. Pour cleanser or an­ other cleaning product in the toilet before you go to bed at night, allowing it to sit overnight. In the morn­ ing a quick swish with the cleaning brush and a flush will get rid of dirt. 5. Use both hands while cleaning to be more time ef­ ficient. Think Mr. Miyagi in "The Karate Kid": Wax on, wax off. TF071867 H E A R T S O M F I R E THE WORLD'S MOST PERFECTLY CUT DIAMOND* Thrills like no otherdiamond. Brand Jewelry Wal-mart Shopping Center • Wilkesboro, NC 336-667-2257 or 1-888-591-3174 HOLIDAY HOURS: MON. SAT. 9:30am- 8pm ® Give A Toj, Get A FR£E Phone! 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Heather will be available for appointments on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Please call 982-2158for your appointment. «. 'H^Ju'/ttyyyou a J few/ (dirintmas and a &("/>/></ • J/ar/rom {/)/*. fffa/dt 67((fy, and �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 PAGE 7B IEALTH Ashe Memorial Hospital from your fth J',p .., )u'ekly Helocal hospital r How drinking alcohol affects your driving Are you okay to drive? That's a question you've prob­ ably heard many times after an office party or a wine tast­ ing- And the correct answer is nearly always no. Let's face it: if you were staggering, falling down drunk, you would insist, with slurred voice, that you were perfectly all right. But even if you feel that you're clear headed and sober, your spouse or friend is more likely than you are to spot the signs. Any amount of alcohol impairs driving ability, but our cul­ ture allows a certain amount of drinking and driving. One issue is the legal one: am I over the limit? In all 50 states and the District of Columbia, it's now illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or over, which is relatively high by international stan­ dards. Australia, by compari­ son, has a .05 limit which is strictly enforced through ran­ dom roadside sobriety checks. Those caught driving over that level lose their driving privileges. Blood alcohol content var­ ies with weight, gender, phys­ ical condition and individual differences as well as the amount of alcohol consumed. Generally a 180 pound male can expect a BAC of .08 after consuming four drinks within an hour. A 120-pound female may reach the same level af­ ter only two drinks. Without question, .08 BAC is illegal as well as unsafe for driving. Eating food, especially high-protein items such as cheese or peanuts, helps slow the absorption of alcohol, but prescription or over-the-coun­ ter medications may have the opposite effect. A drink, for this purpose, is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine or 1.5 ounces of liquor. Better Safe than Sorry The most important issue, however, is safety, and, even if you're under the legal limit, you should be aware of how alcohol may affect your driv­ ing and make decisions ac­ cordingly. At a BAC of .08, a driver is 11 times more likely to have a single-vehicle crash than a driver who has not consumed alcohol. But even at .02 BAC, individuals begin to experi­ ence some subtle changes that may not be noticeable but could make a difference between life and death in an emergency situation. At .04, a person is 1.4 times more likely to have an accident compared to a per­ son who is sober. And at .05 BAC-illegal in some coun­ tries-there are exaggerated changes in behavior, judg­ ment and neuromuscular control. Driving an automobile is far more challenging than most realize, involving psy­ chomotor coordination, good vision, perception of what is happening outside the cen­ tral lane of vision, tracking or steering, processing of in­ formation and attention that sometimes must be divided between two or more tasks. If you were ever stopped on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, a police familiar objects displayed be­ fore them. The more complex the task, the slower the reac­ tion time compared to that of a subject who has consumed no alcohol. If you've had a few drinks, it's going to take you longer to read a street sign or recognize a stop sign...and re­ spond to it. Driving on a congested tollway jOr maneuvering a busy city intersection requires rec­ ognizing, interpreting and re­ sponding to complex sensory information-something that becomes increasingly difficult with higher levels of alcohol consumption. While your visual acuity may not become noticeably impaired until you're way over the limit, the way your brain controls your eye move­ ments changes much more quickly under the influence of alcohol. Your eye movements are not as quick, and they don't maintain their fixation as long on each image. officer probably asked you to walk a straight line or per­ form tests to demonstrate you have normal balance and co­ ordination. These are not nec­ essarily good indications of driving impairment because chronically heavy drinkers have learned to compensate and can perform these tasks even with very high alcohol levels. But tracking or steering CANCER IS ALWAYS IN THE NEWS According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 65% of cancer related expenses aren't covered by regular health insurance* But you can still protect yourself and your assets from the cost of cancer with a supplemental cancer insurance policy. 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Even after a small dose of alcohol, subjects are slower to respond on even simple tests involving the recognition of Narrowing the Field One on-the-road study found that drivers tended to narrow their visual field with each degree of impair­ ment-devoting more of their looks to the center of the driv­ ing scene and fewer to the periphery where important events may be developing, such as the appearance of a deer, a pedestrian or another vehicle. One of the most difficult things. about driving is the need to divide your attention between steering the car and being alert for other vehicles, traffic signals, changes in the road surface and events tak­ ing place in the rear view mirror. Talking or listening to music, can make the task even more difficult. When you're alcohol im­ paired, it's usually all you can manage to stay focused on one task-steering the carand you may fail to notice soon enough that the road surface has turned from wet to slippery or that a vehicle is approaching you rapidly from the rear as you prepare to pass. Concentration and alert­ ness are also important, and both are likely to increase af­ ter a moderately high intake of alcohol. While a cup or two of coffee may improve alert­ ness, it will not change the other effects of alcohol. Judgment is yet another consideration. Alcohol is a de­ pressant, and it lowers inhibitions-a potentially deadly combination. But regardless of their mood and attitude, drunks tend to make bad decisions-one of which is to deny they are too impaired to drive. Learning too late that you're not "okay to drive" can have disastrous consequenc­ es. 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Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jefferaonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices PUBLISHER S NOTICE; All real estate advertising in this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It Illegal to advertise any preferences Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with i parents or legal custodians, I pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for logal estate which Is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing Impaired is 1-800-927-9275. If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post 40-Lost & Found Found: Medium size female Chihuahua in Fleetwood/Parkway area, Brown/white, very wearing sweet. Not collar. If this is your dog, please call 877-2203 or 877-8838 Missing Dog Reward Offered. Aussie/German Shepherd mix female Brown & white. Answers to "Molly." Missing since Dec. 10 from East Jefferson near Family Central & Bare Electric. Please call 977-9053 (days) or 982-5145 (nights). Lost Pembroke Welsh Corgi female. white/fawn, wearing brown collar. Her name is Audacious. Lost on Flatwoods Rd. in Creston on Dec. 3rd. If you have information, please call 385-6002. Lost: Will of Robert S. Oliver at First Charter Bank in West Jefferson or at the Court House. If you have information, please call 385-3961 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem. NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Truck Driver Needed CDLs with Hazmat Full time position. Pay negotiable Call 336-246-6569 140-Help Wanted Position for CNA to work with mentally and physically challenged children as assistant to technician in medical setting. Job training & advancement available. Call 385-1775 RHA Health Services has an immediate opening for a Qualified Mental Retardation Professional. Responsible for super­ vising. coordinating and monitoring an array of services and supports. Requires Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Social Services or Special Education from a four-year college or university; at least 2 years experience working with mental retardation or other developmental disabilities. Certain other Human Services Degrees may also qualify. Must have valid driver's license. Call 828-262-5450 Secretary/Tree Farm applicant must have experience in payroll, filing and record keep­ ing, general office skills, proficient com­ puter skills, have good people skills and selfmotivated. Benefits in­ clude paid holidays/va­ cation and insurance. Salary based on expe­ rience. Please send re­ sume and references to P.O.Box 22, Laurel Springs. NC. 28644 235-Christmas Trees 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS) CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION Location: Next to Antiques on Main West Jefferson kY-1:1 KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each •YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical Piano Service Call for free estimates. Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 •3'J MJ[*fca JMI We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 370-Cars/Vans for Sale 1994 Gold Lumina Euro-Coupe, 64,000 Florida Miles. Perfect second car or Christ­ mas present. Runs and looks new. $3,800. Big Dave's Auto. Call 336877-5694 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Two inch space for the above costs. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1995 Ford F-150 XLT, 4x4 truck. 5-speed, 300, 6 cylinder. 107K actual miles. Runs good. Some rust. $3495. Call 336385-6349 after 5 pm. APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and Ask for Dewey before this program runs out 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale 300Miscellaneous Christmas Puppies Jack Russell Terrier Premium Fraser fir Puppies for Sale. transplants 3-2's and Registered, dewormed, 3-3's available for tails docked. Both fall and spring. Call parents are on-site. 336-877-2652 or Call 336-846-6698 336-877-7167. Did you know that if you are giving away 260-Garage/Yard an animal or item , Sales you can list it for free in the Classifieds. INDOOR YARD Call 846-7164 for SALE more information SAT. DEC. 16TH 7:30 AM - UNTIL? Christmas Items, Children's clothing some new, sizes 2T 8 yrs, also children's shoes. Adult clothing and shoes. Dishes, Antique items, furniture, toys. Lots of Decorative items. You don't want to miss this onetlt 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Ford F150 Lariat Crew Cab 4X4 Sun Roof, Leather, All Options. $12,500 Mouth of Wilson 276-768-9800 SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green,top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath apartment, appliances furnished, W/D. Close to town. $525 per month, deposit re­ quired. Call 246-7337 after 3pm. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2.3. and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modular just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come By and Look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment, furnished, close to town. $525 per Deposit re­ month. quired. Call 246-7337 after 3 pm. 530-Lots & Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments •Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available I&l For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTSI Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Coy at 336-846-7164 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Office space available down town West Jefferson. $350$700/month. Call Home Town Realty of Ashe, 336-846-8250 or 336-977-8836. (Ashe) 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Newly remodeled 3BR, 2BA Mobile home, 3 miles North of Jefferson, Hwy 16. Security required. Call 336-982-5451 or 336977-3614. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade. 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. 20 words - 4 weeks $33.67 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1145-Steel Buildings ALL STEEL BUILDINGS 30x40 to 150x300 Turnkey available. Call Eggers & Eggers Construction 336-982-9456 1160-Tree Service 1195-Legals will be pleaded m bar to their recovery. AJI persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 16th day of November. 2006. Hazel J. Key Executor of the Estate of Carolyn C. Howell NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF PATRICIA E.TAYLOR EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF LARRY REX TAYLOR The undersigned, having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Larry Rex Taylor, deceased, of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned on or before the 16th day of March, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the under­ signed. This the 12th day of December, 2006. Patricia E. Taylor PO Box 1203 West Jefferson, NC 28694 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Publication dates: 12/15; 12/22; 12/29; 01/05 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Georgia Ann Bledsoe, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 302 Wishing Well Ct., Thomasville, NC 27360 on or before the 15th day of March, 2007 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make im­ mediate payment to the undersigned, This the 8th day of December, 2006. Clyde Allen Bledsoe Administrator for the Estate of Georgia Ann Bledsoe NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executrix of the estate of Beatrice O. Arnold deceased, late of Ashe County. North Carolina, this is to notify all 1190-Wood For persons having claims Sale against the estate of FREE WOOD said deceased to Trees are Down, exhibit them to the You cut and remove undersigned at 281 Call: 246-5906 Cranberry Creek Rd., Laurel Springs, NC 1195-Legals 28644 on or before the NOTICE TO 1st day of March. CREDITORS 2007 or this notice will Having qualified as be pleaded in bar of Executor of the Estate their recovery. All of Carolyn C. Howell, persons indebted to late of Ashe County, said estate shall make North Carolina, this is to notify all persons immediate payment. having claims against said estate to present This the 28th day of them to the under­ November, 2006. signed at 401 Jessie Roark Rd., Jefferson. Brenda A. Powers NC 28640 on or before the 26th day of Febru­ Executrix for the estate ary, 2007 or this Notice of Beatrice O. Arnold RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. ATTENTION INVESTORS OR FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS Great Starter Home or Investment Property to be SOLD to the Highest Bidder on Monday 12/18/06 at 12:00 NOON at the door of the Ashe County Courthouse in Jefferson, N.C. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 06 SP NORTH CAROLINA. ASHE COUNTY bounded by the lands of, formerly of, or in possession of the fol­ lowing: on the West by NCSR 1592; on the North and East by Davis; on the South by Bard, Deed Book 207, Page 1054, Ashe County Register of Deeds Office and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations * of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environ­ mental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid tax­ es, special assess­ ments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or ex­ ceptions of record. To the best of the knowl­ edge and belief of the undersigned, the cur­ rent owner(s) of the property is/are Timothy S. Greer and wife, Laura S. Greer. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Laura S. Greer and Husband Timothy S. Greer to Tammy Ma- BEGINNING on a 1/2" zak, Trustee(s), which rebar act; thence South was dated June 21, 59 degrees 00 minutes 2005 and recorded on 08 seconds West for a July 11. 2005 in Book distance of 20.57 feet 00331 at Page 1273, to a point in the centerAshe County Registry, line of NCSR 1592, North Carolina. Dog Creek Road; thence with the centerDefault having been line of said road; made in the payment of thence North 26 the note thereby se­ degrees 33 minutes 11 cured by the said Deed seconds West for a of Trust and the under­ distance of 16.50 feet signed, Brock & Scott, to a point, thence leav­ PLLC, having been ing said road North 31 substituted as Trustee degrees 00 minutes 00 in said Deed of Trust seconds East for a dis­ by an instrument duly tance of 23.14 feet to a recorded in the Office 1/2" rebar act; thence of the Register of North 31 degrees 16 Deeds of Ashe County, minutes 13 seconds North Carolina, and the East for a distance of holder of the note evi­ 283.51 feet to a 1/2" dencing said indebted­ rebar act; thence South ness having directed 31 degrees 00 minutes that the Deed of Trust 00 seconds East for a be foreclosed, the distance of 159.24 feet undersigned Substitute to a 1/2" rebar set; Trustee will offer for thence South 59 sale at the courthouse degrees 00 minutes 08 door of the county seconds West for a courthouse where the distance of 252.09 feet property is located, or to the point of the usual and custom­ BEGINNING. ary location at the county courthouse for BEING the same conducting the sale on property as conveyed December 20, 2006 at to Timothy S. Greer 2:00PM, and will sell to and Laura S. Greer the highest bidder for by Deed recorded cash the following 06/02/00 in Book 250, described property Page 626. situ­ ated in Ashe County, ParcelfTax ID. #: North Carolina, to wit: 09334-091 / 09334-199 If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trust­ ee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the chal­ lenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchas­ er will have no further remedy. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 5431 Oleander Drive TIMOTHY S. GREER Suite 200 All that certain tract or AND LAURA S. Wilmington, NC 28403 parcel of land lying and GREER PHONE: being in Jefferson (910) 392-4988 Township, Ashe Coun­ Commonly known as: FAX: (910) 392-8587 ty, North Carolina, ap­ 1339 Dog Creek Road, proximately 3.6 miles Crumpler, NC 28617 STATE OF NORTH cast from the Town of CAROLINA Jefferson, North Caroli­ Save and except any ASHE COUNTY na, 1.2 miles off U.S. releases, deeds of Highway No. 221, on release IN THE GENERAL or prior NCSR 1592, bounded conveyances of record. COURT OF JUSTICE on the north by the SUPERIOR COURT lands of Morris Jones, Said DIVISION property is on they south by NCSR commonly known as 06 SP 121 1592, on the east by 1339 Dog Creek Road, the lands belonging to Crumpler, NC 28617. IN THE MATTER OF the Farrington naire, THE FORECLOSURE and on the west by the A cash deposit (no OF THE DEED OF lands of Morris Jones, personal checks) of TRUST OF LEONARD and more particularly five percent (5%) of the J. BLEVINS and MERI­ described as follows: purchase price, or TA P. BLEVINS, Seven Hundred Fifty Grantor(s), BEGINNING on an iron Dollars ($750.00), stake in the center of whichever is greater, To: buckeye stump, the will be required at the Paul Bare and Audrey time of the sale. Fol­ THURMAN E. BURTRUSTEE. D. Ming corner, south lowing the expiration of NETTE, of NC Rural Road the statutory upset bid AND UNITED STATES #1592, and running in period, all the remain­ OF AMERICA, BENE­ and with the Paul Bare ing amounts are imme­ FICIARY, line, N 33 deg. 17' W. diately due and owing. As recorded in Deed of 277.9 feet to a con­ crete marker; thence Said property to be Trust Book 238, Page N 31 deg. 44' E, 317.21 offered pursuant to this 1721, Ashe County feet to a concrete Notice of Sale is being Registry. marker in the Audrey B. Ming line; thence running in and with the Audrey B. Ming line, S 31 deg. E 280 feet to a concrete marker, thence S 31 deg. 15' W, 306.65 feet to the BEGINNING. A certain tract of land according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes and Assoc. P.A.PLS ft 3094, located in Jeffer­ son Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus CRNA Dietitian Home Care Director Call 8467164 Fix It! Call 8467164 PROPERTY is located at 382 Greensboro Road, Crumpler, N.C. 28617. Dwelling is around 34 yrs. old, approx. 1306 square feet consisting of 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, with full basement, located on 0.665 acre lot. STARTING BID ON BEHALF OF GOVERNMENT: $61,896.00 Contact Person is Tony Testerman, USDA Rural Development at (336-246-2885, ext 4). Emergency Director We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2006 PACE 9B Classifieds ^fg^TLegals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals cee Substitution of Trustee as recorded in Deed Book 345 Page 1669, Ashe County Linda Blevins Oster 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Crumpler, NC 28617 Leonard Wayne Ble­ vins Linda Dishon Linda Blevins Oster Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that cer­ tain deed of trust exe-* cuted and delivered by the above-named Grantors to United States of America, dat­ ed March 23. 1999, filed for record on March 29, 1999. secur­ ing indebtedness in the original principal amount of $66,000.00 as recorded in Deed of Trust Book 238 at Page 1721, Ashe County Registry (here­ inafter, the "Deed of Trust"), and because of the default of in the payment of the indebt­ edness thereby se­ cured and the failure of to carry out or perform the stipulations and agreements therein contained and pursuant to the demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by the Deed of Trust, and pursuant to the Order of the Clerk of Superior Court for Ashe County, North Carolina, entered in this foreclosure pro­ ceeding, the under­ signed, Richard J. Kania, Substitute Trustee, will expose for sale at public auction on De­ Pursuant to N.C. Gen.Stat.§ 4521.10(b), and the terms of the Deed of Trust, any successful bidder may be required to de­ posit with the Trustee immediately upon con­ clusion of the sale a cash deposit of the greater of five per cent (5%) percent of the amount bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). Any suc­ cessful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Trustee ten­ ders to him a deed for the property or at­ tempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at the time, he shall re­ main liable on his bid as provided for in N.C.Gen.Stat. § 4521.30 (d) and (e). Grid coordinates of Y=990411.40 and X=1292192.10 (NAD 27) and being located S.19-45-45 W. 1228.65 feet (grid) from N.C. Grid Monument "Green sboro" (Y=991567.68. X=1292607.54), said beginning point also being the southeast corner, of the Tom Hur­ ley property (Book 128, at page 832, Ashe County Registry) and the northeast corner of the tract herein descri­ bed; thence running with the said Hurley line. N. 79-10-00 W„ crossing an existing 1/2" conduit pipe at 23.55 feet, for a total distance of 198.50 feet to an existing 3/8" rebar in the eastern line of the James Latham property (Book 156, at page 326, Ashe County Registry); thence run­ ning with the said Lath­ am line. S. 07-35-40 W. 45.07 feet to an ex­ isting 3/4" aluminum pipe; S. 00-14-28 E. 100.44 feet to an exist­ ing 1/2" conduit pipe, said pipe being the northwest corner of the -Andy Mains properly (Book 175, at page 2361, Ashe County Registry); thence run­ ning with the said Mains line. S. 78-05-57 E.. crossing an existing 1/2" iron pipe at 166.90 feet, for a total distance of 197.16 feet to a point in the center line of N.C.S.R. 1579; thence running with the center line of said road the following two calls: (1) N. 02-11-44 E. 62.77 feet; (2) N. 0326-52 E. 85.89 feet to the point of BEGIN­ NING, containing 0.665 acre, inclusive of the existing right of way of N.C.S.R. 1579. Area by coordinate computa­ tions. According to a survey by Billy W. Barr, RLS, L-3174, dated 29 September 1992, Job No. 920914. Bearings are relative to N.C. Grid North (NAD 27). easement of water right as fully described in deed of record in Book 132, at page 494. Ashe County Registry, and reference is hereby made to said recorded deed for specific de­ scription of same. stitute Trustee. NOTJCE_QE5ALEJ2E §UBSIiIUI£_ IBOSIEE TO: Heirs at Law of Leonard J. Blevins 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Crumpler, NC 28617 Larry Blevins 903 F Street North Wilkesboro. NC 28659 Merita P. Blevins 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Crumpler, NC 28617 Leonard Wayne Ble­ vins 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Crumpler, NC 28617 John T. Kilby, Guardian Ad Litem Kilby and Hurley, Attorneys at Law 122 North Jefferson Street West Jefferson, NC 28694 Unknown Spouse of Larry Blevins 903 F Street North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 cember 18, 2QQ6 Qt 12:00 PM at the door of the Ashe County Courthouse, Jefferson, North Carolina, the real property in Crumpler Township, Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina (in­ cluding any improve­ ments thereon) as de­ scribed in the attached Exhibit A hereto. Unknown Spouse of Merita P. Blevins 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Crumpler, NC 28617 Unknown Spouse of Leonard Wayne Blevins 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Crumpler, NC 28617 Linda Dishon 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Crumpler, NC 28617 Linda Blevins Oster 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Crumpler, NC 28617 Unknown Spouse of Linda Dishon 382 Greensboro Manu­ facturing Road Crumpler, NC 28617 Unknown Spouse This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. This the 11th day of October. 2006 Richard J. Kania Substitute Trustee Centrepark 600-A Drive Asheville, North Carolina 28805 (828) 252-8010 Publish: December 7, 2006 December 14, 2006 The sale will be made subject to all prior liens, BEING a tract of land unpaid taxes, restric­ located in Jefferson tions and easements of Township, Ashe Coun­ record and assess­ ty, North Carolina, ments, if any. bounded by the lands of, formerly of, or in The record owner of possession of, on the the above-described North by Tom Hurley; real property as reflect­ on the West by James ed on the records of Latham; on the South the County Register of by Andy.Mains; and on Deeds not more than the East by N.C.S.R. ten (10) days prior to 1579; and being more the posting of this No­ particularly described tice is: as follows: of Heirs at Law of Leonard J. Blevins Merita P. 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C29 song) 31 Not as common 33 More promising 36 Fled 37 Humorous Senator? 43 —de France 44 Mil. rank 47 Steakhouse order 48 Observe 49 Medical word form 51 Mighty mite 53 Film barbarian 55 Where to find an incus 57 Tropical rodent 60 Pina — 62 Willow tree 64 Genesis vessel 66 Russian ruler 67 Feudal figure 69 Explosive initials 70 Dam org. 71 Defer 72 Hog heaven? 74 Humorous pirate? 78 Antiquity, archaically 79 Bug-to-be 81 Triggerhappy guy? 82 Payable 83 Rope material 85 — vera 86 Shady character? 87 Rock s Tears for — 89 A Muse 92 Turned soft 94 Architect's add-on 96 Center of attraction 98 It holds plentyl 99 Miller's salesman 101 — de Cologne 103 Hot spot? 105 Coral reef 1061 Am—" (2001 film) 108 Humorous Pilgrim? 112 In favor of 113 New Hamp­ shire city 114 Intense 117 Item in a lock 118 Seasons firewood 120 Win by — 124 Milo of "Ulysses" 126 Dull 128 Humorous actress? 132 Barry more or Richie 133 Altar answer 134 Do a mechanic's job 135 "Mila 18" author 136 Actress Dominique 137 Savor the sauerbraten 138 Approxi­ mately 139 Hammer pari DOWN 1 Fiction's antithesis 2 9 Down character 3 — Loa 4 Repeat perfor­ mance 5 Producer Prince 6 Celebrity hairstylist Jose 7 Hawkeye State 8 Crowdburst? 9 Eerie author 10 Bungle 11 Old Faithful, e.g. 12 Certain steeds 13 Before, to Byron 14 Humorous poet? 15 Gorilla or groundhog 16 Novelist Gordimer 19 Chateau valley 21 Marsh 23 Prepared to propose 24 Plunders 29 Graceland name 32 Chest part 34 Like chiffon 35 Notion 38 San Diego attraction 39 Pari of AD. 40 Abominable HUMORISTS ANP IN AV»T Of wfT P0WN TO THE fOWVAlEWT Of 0MH, WHM.t 10 AWA6 SNPW l» BfNfFICI*. TO TWf WfLfAR/ 41 Plumbing problem 42 Oaf 44 Singer Davis 45 From — Z 46 Humorous jazzman? 50 Composer Nino 52 Actress Zetterling 54 Foch or Simone 56 Sitarist Shankar 58"— Paul" ('59 hit) 59 Enraged 61 — vu 63 Practice piece 65 "Phooey!" 68 Scruggs or Butz 70 Actress Saldana 71 TV host John 72 Bridge term 73 Biggest pari of a fish? 75 Alaskan #cnf» Of Aecvr 10 ShCW CAN ATP * LOT Of fxenTAVNT FOft CHIUHtN AMP fVCN APU.T*. 40 TO iNCWtt wiu a*lt AN INCH OP 01* BNVlROMMfNT Of POWPtfty SNOW CAN MtlT TO M»T AN INCH PR£CI«TATICN j~ Of 87 Instant 88 Read quickly 90 Tax shelter 91 Some 93 German spa 95 Tun throwaways 97 Bossy's nheuu 100 Workday start 102 Routine 104 English course? 106 Bobbins 107 Asian peninsula 109 Dog star? 110 Roberts or Tucker 111 Keep secret 115 Yonder 116 A la King? 118 Sailing 119 Salon supply 121 Christiania, today 122 Tend the sauce 76 Magellan 123 Units of discovery work 77 Fairy queen 125 Org. 80 Apt 127 Sturm — anagram Drang of "vote" 129 — Bell 84 Contented Wells sigh 130 Destiny 86 Gouda 131 Kids' card alternative game J PONT.,,. , THt AN0WMAN NM9T T TfUS AKVT Of THt SufftHlf*i NiPM FWNf ANP CPU Pl*tfW THE »UAN WINTER.' T*N. AVWlCAUY, 04* W*€ PAY THt / flLtP »N0W INTO A H*H AVUNP. WHICH wAfW ANP TOOK TX SHAPf -| ftduNP MAN Of A PUf/W. | HOCUS-FOCUS BY HENRY BOLTINOFF Weekly SUD0KU by Linda Thistle 4 3 1 5 7 3 6 2 8 5 1 9 9 2 1 8 8 7 3 6 2 8 9 2 3 8 4 9 5 6 7 4 6 5 3 1 Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: ** * Moderate * • Challenging *•* HOO BOY! FIND AT LEAST 6 DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PANELS. P«A0UJ S| J8dBd 9 'luaiajjip *| #u|ppeN S 'Jeuogs s| oipuuH > PBaouj si uiiv e pasjOAdj si dBO z '6uiss|uj ojb saued i iseaueieHio ©2008 by King Fmuxm Syntfcai*. Inc World ngnu r*s*rv*d IfoOM by King FnahifM Syndic*!*, Inc Amber Waves THERE'S ONE OF YOUR DAD WHEN HE BROKE THE WINDOW-NEXT TO THE ONE OF HIM THE FIRE DEPT. by Dave T. Fhipps WOWI DAD CAUSED LOTS OF TROUBLE A5 A KID BET YOU'RE 6LAD HE'S BIS NOW LIKE YOU EXCEPT HE DOESN'T HAVE GRAY HAIR. Salome's Stars Week of December 18 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) I know, dear Lamb, that you don't like anyone try­ ing to take charge of one of your projects, but try to be a bit more flexible. A new idea could help hasten a positive result. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) I'm sure, like the timethrifty Taurus that you are, that you've done much of your holiday shopping. But don't relax yet. Wrap those gifts now to save yourself lots of unwanted pressure. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Be receptive when a fam­ ily member or friend asks to confide in you. Your positive reaction could ensure that he or she will have a happy holi­ day experience. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Don't be rushed into wrapping up that workplace problem. Consider leaving it until after the holidays. This way you'll have the facts you need to reach the right reso­ lution. LEO (July 23 to August 22) YouH get news that will make you glow brighter than the lights of the holiday sea­ son. Be sure to use what you learn both carefully and kind­ ly, to avoid giving the wrong impression. VIRGO (August 23 to Sep­ tember 22) That frayed rela­ tionship could be mended in time for the holidays if you were more flexible. Give a lit­ tle, and you could get back a lot more than you imagined. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Things might not seem to be settling down as quickly as you would prefer. But it might be just a little holiday time flutter. You'll soon get news that will lead to more stability. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Stop getting so involved in everyone's per­ sonal problems that you lose precious time with loved ones. Remember, even the Supreme Court closes for the holidays. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) All signs point to a bright holiday, with all of those pesky problems finally resolved in your favor. Share the good times with people you love and, of course, who love you. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Your plans should not be set in stone and cemented over. Leave some openings in case you need to make changes. Spend the hol­ idays with your nearest and dearest. e AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Surprise! This holiday finds you on the re­ ceiving end of the generosity of those who are usually the recipients of so much that you give so freely and lovingly. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) That piece of good news assures that you'll be swimming in clearer, calmer waters this holiday season. There might be a storm or two ahead, but you'll weather it all in fine style. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a flair for seeing things as you'd like them to be, as well as a gift for turning your perceptions into reality. 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"I would like to thank Ms. Norris, Ms. Brown and Ms. Fairchild, their teachers, and Principal John Gregory for this support," he said. • Anthony Francis Federico Aspen Nicole Domske Second Place Essay—$100 Savings Bond Sponsored by First Charter Bank Third Place Bond Essay—$100 Savings Sponsored by Northwestern Bank Aaron Gray Bunting Fourth Place Essay—$100 Amber Renae Lane First Place Essay—$200 Savings Bond Sponsored by SkyLine Telephone Savings Band Sponsored by Ashe Christmas tree farmer Parker Allen Dunn DARE Officer Award—$100 Savings Bond Sponsored by Bojangle's Amanda Ray Weaver Avery Hunter Morgan Fifth Place Essay—$100 Savings Bond DARRIN the DARE Lion Award—$100 Savings Bond Sponsored by Farm Bureau Sponsored by Yadkin Valley Bank $11,888 1602T-URTrsiBKiLKit: ROAD WIL.KESB.WKO. NC 28697 336-667-909()^w;vv,wfti 1 lcymitosales.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 81 Issue 100 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 26 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-12-15 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/d704dc2a6700975ec81ec426f7065639.pdf d1264fc5092eca80e6a5531b1339f8d4 PDF Text Text M • A S ® G ,A K E C 0 N D T •K £ r Tuesday December 19, 2006 *> page SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 TOANNS'M JjrJ^ IT ' . 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com Volume 81, Issue 101 College receives $1.2 million grant (Editor's note: On Thurs­ day, representatives of Wilkes Community College accepted a $1.2 million check from the Golden Leaf Foundation. The money will provide funding for the Advanced Materials Cluster project, now under­ way in the northwest. John Hauser, executive director of the NWNC Advanced Mate­ rials Cluster outlined the po­ tential for this project at the Wilkesboro ceremony. These are his remarks:) Recent changes in technol­ ogy and business practices have significantly altered the skills necessary to be com­ petitive in the 21st century. Globalization and the evolu­ tion of a world-wide economy have created a new economic culture in the United States. Economic indicators and cur­ rent research demonstrate that the new economy re­ quires collaboration, inter­ connected relationships, and cooperative partnerships among business, industry, government, and educators. Taking these factors into consideration, the Cluster Golden LEAF f >iion, Inc „ 12/12/06 mmunity College One million [>• ed thousand and 00/100 Valerie L Lee IM.1 - ' Last Thursday, regional leaders accepted a $1.2 million check from the Golden Leaf Founda­ tion. The money will spur job development in the northwest through the Advanced Materials Cluster program. Left to right: John Hauser, Executive Director of NWNC Advanced Materials Cluster; Dan McMillan, Ashe County Manager; Ken Richardson, chair, Alleghany Board of Commissioners; Richard Blackburn, chair, Ashe Board of Commissioners; Dr. Pat Mitchell, Ashe director of Economic Development; Terri Bryant, Golden LEAF program manager; Don Alexander, Wilkesboro economic developer; Zach Henderson, chair, Wilkes Board of Com­ missioners; and Dr. Gordon Burns, president Wilkes Community College. The arts community was out in full force Dec. 8 to hon­ or one of their own as Lenore DePree and her husband Gordon depart for Chicago, leaving behind a legacy of contribution to the heritage of Ashe County. The DePrees were recog­ nized by many fellow artists, town and county officials, and merchants during a re­ ception at the Smart Gallery in downtown West Jeffer­ son. This gallery was trans­ formed by the DePrees when they came to the county more than a decade ago, helping found a thriving arts district in the town and creating a very special reputation for the county. Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil Executive Director Jane Lonon led remarks to the couple as she praised their contribution to the county's fine arts. "We celebrate with you your many accomplishments in Ashe County and wish you well for your trip to Chicago, but we're not entirely happy with it," she said, noting that Lenore and Gordon will be greatly missed not only for Lenore's extraordinary artis­ tic talent but also for their in­ volvement in supporting and promoting the arts district. Lonon talked about her first meeting with the gram. Despite a limited op­ erating budget, considerable progress was made on our stated priorities of develop­ ing an economic foundation to support emerging compa­ nies, building entrepreneur programs, developing com­ munity college and university partnerships, creating a clus­ ter-based business climate, and spreading the benefits of the Cluster across North Carolina. A complementary initia­ tive for the Cluster is the development of an Advanced Materials Center. A multi­ tude of economic opportunity exists with the establishment of a state-of-the-art advanced materials research and devel­ opment center, inclusive of a training center for advanced materials industries. Our proposed plan of ac­ tion spans a three-year period with phases of development based upon industry driven market trends related to the Advanced Materials industry. The manufacturing of high strength nickel alloy, fiber reinforced polymers, thermo- See Cluster, page 5A WJ ABC store vote date set DePrees honored by arts community by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor strives to progressively devel­ op streams of innovative ser­ vices that will create a world class workforce, accessible capital, an innovative busi­ ness climate, physical infra­ structure, as well as infusion of new manufacturing mate­ rials and technology. The Ad­ vanced Materials Center is a concept that will significantly impact the region's ability to compete in the 21st century and within this new economic culture. Ovfer the past two and one-half years the Northwest North Carolina Advanced Materials Cluster has seen success in the following: de­ velopment of an entrepre­ neur start-up business; a fifty thousand dollar grant from The Duke Endowment; and a twenty-one thousand dollar matching contribution from Wilkes, Ashe and Alleghany County Governments. These developments were capped by a collaborative effort between the American Composite Manufacturer's Association and Wilkes Community Col­ lege to develop a Certified Composite Technician Pro­ by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Post photo by Linda Burchette Lenore DePree, from left, talks with Tom Sternal and Gail Smart during a reception recently at the Smart Gallery for Lenore and her husband Gordon, leaving Ashe soon for Chicago. DePree's, never realizing that years later they would have had such an impact on the community.To Lenore she said, "Your artwork is incredSee DePrees, page 5A West Jefferson voters will go to the poll on Tuesday, March 6, 2007 to cast their ballot for or against allow­ ing an ABC store and liquor by the drink inside town limits. Mayor Dale Baldwin madg the official request last week to the Ashe County Board of Elections for a special referendum, and Supervi­ sor John Shepherd said the board of elections approved the first Tuesday in March for the vote. It had to be set no sooner than 60 days and no later than 120 days after the official request. The West Jefferson Board of Aldermen at their Dec. 7 meeting adopted a resolu­ tion to not allow absentee voting in this referendum. This resolution also had to be presented to the board of elections, and can be re­ scinded by the aldermen up to 60 days prior to an elec­ tion or referendum. Shepherd said North Car­ olina only allows voting on Election Day and through absentee ballots. Any early voting is considered ab­ sentee, and can be handled through mail-in ballots or See Vote, page 5A Shepherd named interim Extension director by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor What should have been a celebration of achievement and passing of the torch took on a more somber note as County Extension Director Julie Landry retired the first of December and Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Carolyn Shepherd was named interim director. Landry lost her mother in a tragic auto accident the very week she was planning a retirement celebration of her 30 years with Extension. The torch of leadership was qui­ etly passed to Shepherd, an agent with Extension since 1996, and on the short list for the director's position. Shepherd is a native of Ashe County, a 1976 graduate of Beaver Creek High School and a 1981 graduate of Appa­ lachian State University with a bachelor's degree in home economics education. She also attended Wilkes Community College for a couple of years to study child care provider education before deciding that home ec, as it was called in those days, was her true calling. She taught home ec in Buncombe County in Weaver- Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com ville for 11 years until decid­ ing to return to her roots. "I grew up in Ashe and left in the mid 70s, and swore I would never come back. It was such a small place," Shepherd said. "But it's wonderful. We have it made here. I worked for Julie one summer in the old trailer that was next to the former county building and thought, this is so neat. I had wanted to teach high school and work for Exten­ sion, so it's been really good." Shepherd said she has so much enjoyed her job working with the family and consum­ er sciences program and the staff members at Extension. She plans to continue her fo­ cus on family and consumer sciences as each Extension director has a particular area of interest. For Julie, it was 4H, and for Jim Carey, it was agriculture. "It's going to be challeng­ ing to do the FCS program­ ming that I have done in the past because of the interim director's responsibilities," she said. "There are lots of requirements of managing a big staff." There are about 14 staff members with the Ashe County Extension program. Named interim director hind the scenes work, and the on Nov. 30, Shepherd said it's support from the staff is won­ been a whirlwind of activity derful. We are busy now clos­ during the transition. "There ing out '06 and working on is a wonderful staff here," she plans for '07. There is a lot of said. "They have strong work opportunity and really good ethics. The standards of the volunteers that help make people who work here are ex­ Extension do what it needs cellent." to do." Shepherd is looking for­ Shepherd will serve as interim director until July 1 ward to the future with Ex­ and an announcement should tension and the possibility come at that time for a new of the director's job as well director. Shepherd said she as continuing her work with will be considered for the di­ family and consumer scienc­ es. rector's job. "It's good," she said, "to "I have such respect for the people who have done this be­ have a job where you eqjoy fore," she said of the director's getting up and coming to position. "There is a lot of be­ work every day." Holiday closings Post photo by Linda Burchette Family and Consumer Sciences Agent Carolyn Shepherd has been named interim director for the Ashe County Cooperative Extension program, headquartered In Jefferson. Ashe Masons deliver Christinas trees Ashe County govern­ ment offices will be closed for Christmas on Monday, Dec. 25 and Tuesday, Dec. 26, and for New Year's on Mon­ day, Jan. 1, 2007. The landfill and convenience centers will t>e closed on Christmas Day only. They will be open on New Year's Day. Ashe County schools will ing trip. The weekend has also become an annual event. Ashe Masonic Lodge and the children and faculty of the home extend their deepest grati­ tude to Dale Hudler of Hudler Tree Farms for his extremely generous donation of 20 beautiful Christmas trees. Saturday morning, Dec. 2, saw a pickup truck and a trailer, both loaded with Christmas trees, headed down the mountain towards the Masonic Home for Children at Oxford, N.C. Also in the pickup truck were two Masons and one Mason's lady, making what has now become an annual delivery of trees by the members of Ashe Masonic Todd General Store presents music Lodge, their ladies and families. The children and cottage parents of cottage No. 6 at the home also Todd General Store is pleased to announce Fri­ received gift shopping cards from the lodge. day Night Bluegrass will have a grand finale on In August the lodge had funded a weekend at Dec 29. Dinner and music will start at 7 p.m. The Elk Shoals Campground, which included a tub­ ^Neighbors have agreed to return next year along be closed for the Christ and New Year's holidays be­ ginning Thursday, Dec. 21 and reopen on Wednesday, Jan. 3. Tuesday, Jan. 2 is an optional teacher workday. All federal and state offic­ es, as well as banks and other financial institutions, will be closed Christmas Day and New Year's Dav. with the Boone Trail Band. Come and be with all the regulars and have a hootin' good time. Please call the store with any questions at 8771067. Located on Railroad Grade Road in Todd. Holiday schedule The Jefferson Post will be closed on Monday, Dec. 25, and Monday, Jan. 1. The deadline for classified advertising in the Dec. 26 issue will be Thursday, Dec. 21, at 9 a.m. The deadline for classified advertising in the Jan. 2 issue will be Thursday, Dec. 28, at 9 a.m. For information, call Geraldine at 846-7164. �PAGE 2A TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Timothy Eugene Elliott, Sr. Creston October 17,1980 . December 2, 2006 Timothy Eugene Elliott, Sr., better known as Tim", age 26, of Creston, died Sat­ urday, December 2, 2006. Funeral services were held on Friday, December 8, 2006 at 2 p.m. at Rich Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Tommy Dol­ lar, Rev. Carlton Houck and Pastor Tommy Beaver offici­ ating. Burial followed in the Brown Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, December 7, 2006 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Elliott was born in Ashe County on Friday, October 17, 1980 to Jerry Smith Elliott and Betty Dawn Sheets El­ liott Baker. He worked as a lineman for a telephone com­ pany. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Ashlyn Faith Nancy M. Osborne Creston July 1,1906 December 12, 2006 Nancy M. Osborne, age 100, of 770 Pine Mountain Road, Creston, North Caro­ lina, passed away at her resi­ dence on Tuesday, December 12, 2006. She was born on July 1,1906 in Creston, North Carolina, the daughter of the late David Thomas Mahala and Caroline Greer Mahala. In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her husband, Conley Os­ borne; daughter, Goldie Stew­ art; sons Teddy Osborne and Gene Osborne; grandchildren Sharon Pierce, Davey Os­ borne, and James Lewis; one sister, Edith Long and one brother, Ham Mahala. Nancy was a member of Rock Creek Baptist Church, North Caro­ lina. She is survived by three daughters: Delcie Deyton of Morganton, N.C., Ina Mae Pierce of Millington, Md. and Margaret Roark of Mountain City,Tenn.; three sons: James Jody Earl Sheets Creston September 7, 1979 December 12, 2006 Jody Earl Sheets, age 27, of Creston, died Thursday, December 12, 2006. Funeral services were held on Monday, December 18, 2006 at 8 p.m. at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. James Greer and Rev. Bobby Hamm officiating. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at Perry Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, prior to the funeral service. Mr. Sheets was born in Ashe County on Friday, September 7, 1979 to Marlin Sheets and the late Ella Nicholas Lytton Barker Died December 6, 2006 Master Nicholas Lytton Barker, infant son of Ken­ neth and Jo Lytton Barker, died Wednesday, December 6, 2006 at Caldwell Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held on Saturday, December 9, 2006 at 2 p.m. at Boone Fami­ ly Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Earp officiating. Burial followed in Eller-McNeill-Barker Cemetery in Lansing. Master Barker is sur­ Carolyn Barker Peery Roanoke, Va. Died November 20, 2006 Long time Roanoke resi­ dent made her way to a better place than this physical earth on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2006. A woman of great strength and determination, she voiced her pleasure and displeasure with equal intensity. She had a great zest for life, a strong heart for love and unmatched willfulness of spirit. She was Elliott, on April 23, 2001. He is survived by a son, Timothy Eugene Elliott, Jr., of the home; his father and step­ mother, Jerry Elliott and Cin­ dy Perry, of Warrensville; his mother, Betty Dawn Sheets Elliott Baker, of Mooresville his grandmother, Virginia Jones, of Warrensville; two sisters, Deanna Elaine Beebe, of Mooresville, NC and Jenni­ fer Renee Pokorny, of Denver, NC; seven aunts; six uncles; three nieces and two nephews also survive. Flowers accepted or memo­ rials may be made to: Timmy Elliott, Jr. Scholarship Fund, do State Employees Credit Union, Attention: Sandy El­ liott, PO Box 790, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Danish Ilene Kemp Rash West Jefferson December 4, 1922 December 15, 2006 Mrs. Danish Ilene Kemp Rash, age 84, of West Jeffer­ son, died Friday, December 15, 2006 at Margate Health and Rehab Center. Funeral services were held on Saturday, December 16, 2006 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Tim Roten and Rev. Fred Houck officiating. Burial followed in the Ashelawn Me­ Osborne, Thomas Osborne morial Gardens Cemetery. and Bill Osborne, all of Cres­ The family received friends ton, N.C.; one sister, Collie from 12 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Mast of Granite Falls, N.C.; prior to the funeral service. 27 grandchildren; 51 great Mrs. Rash was born in grandchildren and 14 great- Ashe County on Monday, great grandchildren December 4, 1922 to the late Funeral services were con­ Joseph A. and Candace Rich­ ducted at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, ardson Kemp. She worked as December 14, 2006 from the a bank teller at several banks Hux-Lipford Funeral Home in Ashe County. She retired with Rev. James Henson of­ from First Union Bank. She ficiating. was a member at Mt. Paddy Music was under the direc­ Church of Christ in Christian tion of Mr. Jerry Home. Union. The family ' received She was preceded in death friends from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. by her husband, Edgar Gwyn on Thursday, prior to the ser­ Rash on June 4, 2002. vice. She is survived by two Graveside services and in­ brothers, Herbert H. Kemp, terment will be conducted at of West Jefferson and Wiley 2 p.m. Friday, December 15, B. Kemp, of Oregon; a sister, 2006 from the Osborne Cem­ Margaret Johnson, of West etery in North Carolina, with Jefferson; a niece, Phylis Rev. Scott Courtney to offici­ Gordon, of Hixson, TN; seven ate. nephews, Lloyd Roten, of West Pallbearers will be family Jefferson, Ellis Johnson, of and friends of Nancy. Jonesville, NC, Mark Kemp, Honorary Pallbearers are: of Oregon, Tom Kemp, of Cali­ Dr. Floyd Barker and staff, fornia, Jim Kemp, of Iowa, Joe Hospice of Ashe County and Kemp, of West Jefferson and Karen Clunn. Tim Kemp, of South Carolina At other times, friends may also survive. call at the residence. In lieu of flowers memo­ In lieu of flowers, memo­ rials may be made to: High rial contributions in Nancy's Country Care System Hos­ memory may be made to High pice, PO Box 421, Jefferson, Country Healthcare Hospice, NC 28640. P.O. Box 421, Jefferson, N.C. You may give the family 2j640. your condolences at our web­ Condolences may be sent to site www.boonefuneralhome. the family through our web­ com. site at www.hux-lipford.com Boone Family Funeral or by fax at (423) 727-4759. Home of West Jefferson is Arrangements for the in charge of these arrange­ Nancy Osborne Family were ments. in the care of Hux-Lipford Funeral Home of Mountain Lois Jones Sheets City, Tennessee. Warrensville February 16, 1916 December 5, 2006 Lorene Greer Sheets. He is survived by his fa­ Lois Jones Sheets, age ther, Marlin Sheets, of Crest­ 90 of Warrensville, NC, died on; his maternal grandmoth­ Tuesday, December 5,2006 at er, Ruth Greer, of Jefferson; her home. Mrs. Sheets was four sisters, Cindy Lewis and born February 16, 1916 in husband, Art, of Lansing, Ashe County to the late Ar­ Patsy Jones and husband, thur and Elizabeth Parsons Larry Wayne, of Creston, Jones. In addition to her par­ Betty Eldreth, of Lansing ents, she was also preceded in and Penny Workman and death by her husband, Joseph husband, Mark, of Lansing; Sheets; a daughter, Doris several nieces and nephews Sheets; two brothers, James also survive. and Rev. Earl Jones; two sis­ Flowers accepted! ters, Vergie Harless & Minnie You may give the family Lewis; granddaughter; Jenni­ your condolence at our web­ fer Randolph and grandson: site www.boonefuneralhome. Jay Allen Laws. She was a com. member of Flat Grove Mtn. Boone Family Funeral Union Baptist Church and "iHome of West Jefferson is attended as long as she was in charge of these arrange­ able. She enjoyed gardening ments. and quilting. " Visitation will be held vived by his parents, Ken­ from 1 to 2 p.m., Friday, De­ neth Barker and Jo Lytton cember 8, 2006 at Ashelawn Barker, of Lenoir; a brother, Memorial Chapel. Burial will Logan Thomas Lytton Bark­ follow in the Welch Cemetery. er, of Lenoir; paternal grand­ In lieu of flowers memorials parents, Willard and Doris may be made to: High Coun­ Barker, of Lenoir; maternal try Health Care System Hos­ grandmother, Diane Lytton, pice, PO Box 421, Jefferson, of Statesville; several aunts, NC 28640. uncles and cousins also sur­ Mrs. Sheets is survived by: vive. a son, William Sheets of An­ You may give the family napolis, Md.; three daughters: your condolences at our web­ Mabel Segraves of West Jef­ site www.boonefuneralhome. ferson, Ina Mae Scott of Hick­ com. ory, NC and Matrel Jones of Boone Family Funeral Warrensville, NC; a brother: Home of West Jefferson is Clyde Jones of West Jefferson, in charge of these arrange­ NC; and two sisters: Hazel ments. Gilbert and Danish Hodgson both of West Jefferson, NC. preceded in death by a son, Also surviving are six William (Freddie) Melton; grandchildren, thirteen great­ her husband, Raymond Peery, grandchildren, one greatand her parents, Clyde and great grandchild, three step Everette Barker. She now great-grandchildren, one step watches over her daughter; great-great grandchild and Carolyn (Kim) Barnhous several nieces and nephews. and son; Vernon (Bo) Melton You may email your condo­ Jr. Seven grand children, six lences to the family through great grand children, many our websiteat www.ashelawn. nieces, nephews, and friends com. who will ail be blessed by the Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ presence of her fiesty spirit. pel is in charge of the ar­ Carolyn was remembered by rangements. family and friends in a pri­ vate service. Keith Wyatt Hillsboro, Ohio March 21,1965 December 11, 2006 Keith Wyatt, better known as "Moose", age 41, of Hills­ boro, Ohio, died Monday, De­ cember 11, 2006 at the High­ land District Hospital. He was born March 21, 1965 in Wichita Falls, Texas, the son ofWilliam L. (Bill) and Emily Allen Wyatt. He was a member of the Northview Baptist Church in Hillsboro, Ohio formerly managed the Heilig-Meyers in Hillsboro, and was currently employed as a supervisor at Airborne Express in Wilmington, Ohio. • He is survived by his wife, Mischelle Stuart Wyatt, to whom he married July 1,1984 in Jefferson, NC; a daughter, Ashley Wyatt and son Landon Wyatt both of the home; parents, William L. (Bill) and Emily Wyatt, of Lansing; two brothers, Darrel Wyatt and wife, Lisa, of Hillsboro, Ohio and Rick Wyatt and wife, Cheryl, of Winston-Salem, NC; two nephews, John Wy­ att and Tyler Stuart; niece. Whitney Stuart; father and mother-in-law, Maynard and Lena Stuart, of Jefferson; a brother-in-law, Norman Stu­ art and wife, Natalie, of West Jefferson. Funeral services were held on Sunday, December 17,2006 at 5 p.m. at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home Chapel. A private burial was held in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family received friends from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, three hours prior to the fu­ neral service. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site. www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. UP T o - p - " - - r Joseph Steven Wolfinger West Jefferson February 6, 1922 December 9, 2006 Joseph Steven Wolfinger, age 84, of West Jefferson, died Saturday, December 9,2006 at his residence. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, Decem­ ber 11, 2006 at 5 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church with Father Joseph Dihn officiating. Burial was held on Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at Greenlawn Memo­ rial Park in Peach Tree, NC. He was born in Phoenixville, Pa. on February 6, 1922 to the late Joseph Michael and Anna Fischer Wolfinger. He was a School Teacher. Mr. Wolfinger is survived by two daughters, Nell Fensteric, of Fleetwood and Mary Ward, of Montana; two sons, James Wolfinger, of Fleetwood and Joseph Wolfinger, of Al­ exandria, VA; a sister, Anna Wolfinger, of Fleetwood; ten grandchildren also survive. You can give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. 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The occupational course of study will continue to be available for students with disabilities if their individualized educa­ tion program specifies it. The proposed core frame­ work requires that all fresh­ men entering high school in the fall 2008 participate in a 21 unit core course of study that will include a four-unit endorsement in a specialty area of their choice. The new core course of study will require: •4 units of English •4 units of mathematics •3 units of science •3 units of social studies •2 units of a second lan­ guage •1 unit of health/physical education •an endorsement of at least four units in one of the following areas: Career-Tech­ nical Education, Arts Educa­ tion, JROTC, Advanced Place­ ment/IB, Second Language or other. (The endorsement is in ad­ dition to the 17 specified core courses.) State Board of Education's approval of the proposed Burr gets $4M to fight homelessness WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Richard Burr to­ day announced $4,296,152 in federal funds to help pre­ vent homelessness, and feed and shelter North Carolina's homeless. The money was awarded by the U.S. Depart­ ment of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Manage­ ment Agency through their Emergency Food and Shelter (EFS) Propam. "Organizations across North Carolina work hard every day to prevent home­ lessness and feed and shelter the homeless in their com­ munities," Burr said. "I am pleased these FEMA funds will be used to support the social service agencies in our state." Congress appropriated $151 million for the EFS Pro­ gram for FY 2007. This fund- ing will support social service agencies in cities and counties across the country to help feed and shelter the Nation's hun­ gry and homeless. EFS funds are used to supplement food, shelter, rent, mortgage, and utility assistance programs for people with non-disaster related emergencies. In June, Burr introduced the Services to Prevent Veter­ ans Homelessness Act. This legislation provides support­ ive services to keep low-in­ come veterans in permanent housing so they do not become homeless. It increases veter­ ans' access to assistance for housing, physical and mental health services, health in­ surance, and vocational and financial counseling. Burr is also an original co-sponsor of the Services for Ending Long-Term Homelessness area completely. For updates, visit NCDOT's real-time travel infor­ mation Web site www.ncdot. org/traffictravel. Information can also be obtained by call­ ing 511, NCDOT's free travel hotline. (Editor's note: The clear- Post file photo Sen. Richard Burr. Act, which aims to reduce homelessness by providing supportive housing to chroni­ cally homeless individuals and families. ance time for the incident list­ ed above is only an estimate and is subject to change. For the most current information on the status of this and other incidents on North Carolina highways, please visit www. ncdot.org/traffictravel or call 511.) Arlington, Va., December 14, 2006 - With holiday shop­ ping in full swing, credit caitl charges are surging. Consum­ ers appreciate the convenience and safety of credit card trans­ actions. The "buy today, pay later" philosophy has become a holiday tradition. "Credit cards are wonderful tools when used responsibly. The challenge is to remember the "pay later1 part of your cred­ it card agreement. The Better Business Bureau encourages consumers to carefully review credit card options, in order to avoid a post-holiday credit "hangover," said Steve Cole, president and CEO of the Coun­ cil of Better Business Bureaus. 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Attention Medicare beneficiaries: Go f^tj^ncl Register For«R GIJWT \um«vu/ This winter, the Board will hold town hall meetings across the state to receive input and ideas from local educators, parents and com­ munity members about im­ plementing the core course of study. In approving the proposed framework, Board members noted that a num­ ber of implementation de­ tails need to be finalized and that community input will be invaluable in that pro­ cess. Possible areas for input include course substitution, the sequence of mathematics courses in fight of 21st cen­ tury skills and objectives of Tips for avoiding a January debt 'hangover' NCDOT to close 321 RALEIGH — The N.C. Department of Transporta­ tion will close U.S. 321 from Blackberry Road (State Road 1500) to the Green Park Inn in Blowing Rock beginning at 10 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 15. The closure will allow contractors to remove unstable rock from last week's rockslide. The closure could last up to three days depending on how quickly crews can remove de­ bris from the roadway. Once the highway reopens, traf­ fic will resume in a one-lane pattern with a pilot car while maintenance crews work to make repairs to sections of the highway. This traffic pat­ tern is expected to remain in place for several weeks while repairs continue. Motorists traveling on U.S. 321 North are advised to take N.C. 18 in Lenoir to U.S. 421 North in Wilkes County. They should then follow U.S. 421 to Boone in Watauga County, then U.S. 321 South to Blow­ ing Rock. Southbound motor­ ists should follow the reverse route. Traffic from Charlotte to Boone is encouraged to take 1-77 North to U.S. 421 North in Yadkin County to avoid the framework is a product of work done by its Ad Hoc Aca­ demic Rigor, Relevance and Relationships committee over the past several months. This committee also has indicated strong support for a course substitution opportunity, which would enable students to take a substitute course if that course would better serve their academic needs. A professional review team con­ sisting of a teacher, counselor and administrator would de­ cide these requests. Parents would be required to sign off on the substitute courses rec­ ommended for their children. Name HfSHF VUUfiff CztZn •mercury Boone Action Cycle bodneactioncycleTcom [Sf(B4B3 US HWY 421 • VILAS, NC 28692| S)®?! 82B-297-740D 1 1 1 I III MAIL THIS COUPON to receive FREE INFORMATION by mail, with no obligation. A Sales Representative May Contact You by Phone. I Address City Date of Birth Phone( ST / / NC Zip • Male • Female Email Address Mail to: PARTNERS, P.O. Box 17509, Winston-Salem, N.C. 27199-3776 �Public Opinion ...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Waist Deep in the Big Muddy Sen. John McCain, RAriz., is one of the strangest figures in modern American politics. Having just witnessed his party voted out, with exit polls showing that 60 percent of the voters say­ ing they were fed up with the Iraq War, McCain has announced his support for committing more troops there. Hello, Space Cadet McCain, this is Earth call­ ing... Back in the midst of the Vietnam War, Pete Seeger wrote a song about a tragic training accident that had taken place in the 1940s. Back then, an over-eager officer had tried to march his men through a swamp— and ended up drowning himself. This song, called "Waist Deep in the Big Muddy," was, of course really about Vietnam. The key line was "We were waist deep in the Big Muddy, and the big fool said to push on." Back then, the big fool was President Lyndon Johnson, who was convinced—at least publically—that the solution in Vietnam was sending more troops. Today, it is John McCain. A more truthful and real­ istic picture of the situa­ tion in Iraq was given to CBS over the weekend by former Secretary of State Colin Powell. With his ster- ling credentials as a soldier and statesman, it is hard to argue with his assess­ ment: we are losing in the midst of a civil war in Iraq, and more troops are not going to help. He went as far as saying, "the army is almost broken." That was the sort of thing only sup­ posed "extremists" said a year ago; now it is the con­ sidered opinion of someone of Powell's stature. There is no easy way out of the disaster created by a combination of a frightened and poorly informed public, an inept and lying admin­ istration and a Congress, with no backbone. Perhaps the best hope is to create a United Nations transitional security force that would train Iraqi troops as it grad­ ually reduced its presence in Iraq. There is no hope to be found in ignoring the recent electoral mandate and sinking deeper into Iraq. Nor is there hope in "cut and run," as the Middle East will explode into a war with severe international consequences. Most of the neo-conservatives who helped drag us into this mess are now departed, disgraced or well hidden in the administra­ tion. Now it is time to jetti­ son their view—that victory can be achieved by follow­ ing their failed strategy on a larger scale. December i9, 2oo6 1 PTO gives holiday thanks To the Editor: This Holiday season is a time many of us reflect on the things in life for which we are thankful. The Bridle Creek PTO is especially thankful for being located in such a great community, where our school and children receive tremen­ dous support all year round! We particularly want to thank those individuals and busi­ nesses in the Ashe County are who donated time and goods to our Fall Festival this year, as it was once again a great success and will provide many educational opportunities for our children. Thanks and Merry Christmas to the fol­ lowing: Ashe County Garage Doors, Magic Video, Morning Star Cafe, The Village Florist, Southern States Cooperative, Santa's Sleigh, Welch's Pro­ duce, Jim's Corner Furniture, Independence Oil Co, The Lady Bug, Winner's Circle, the Jefferson Post, Colvard Smokey Mtn BBQ, Prime Oil Co, People's Drug Store, Sirloin, Midtown Amoco, Mid- Letters to the Editor BACK-2- BACK. town Bowlling and PuttPutt, Double A Boot Store, Grouse Ridge Christmas Tree Farm, State Line Grocery, WalMart of West Jefferson, Rose's Stores, East Jefferson Builders Mart, and Hymosa Computers. Please take the time to shop at these business during this Holilday Season. Thanks from Bridle Creek PTO and the students. Tena Louise Rhinehart-AHen Holiday question: Who owns Christmas—and college sports? What do big-time college sports have in common with Christmas? It is a question of owner­ ship. Every year, the holiday season seems to bring new ways for people to argue about how others are trying to take Christmas away for "us," rais­ ing the question, who owns Christmas? Last year, I wrote about how some religious and politi­ cal leaders had criticized the use of terms like "holiday" and "season's greetings" when they are used in place of "Christ­ mas" in advertising and greet­ ing cards. Some of them urged us to boycott businesses that were not using "Christmas" in their holiday ads. But the threat to the real Christmas is not the failure to use the "Christmas" term in connection with the orgy of holiday sales, parties, and pa­ rades. The real danger is the surrender of the religious holy day to a holiday season that has less and less to do with its religious origins. Even the non-commercial aspects of the season have be­ come so divorced from religion, that some atheists embrace the celebration, as reported in a recent New York Times arti­ cle, "The Grinch Delusion: An Atheist Can Believe in Christ­ mas" by Randy Kennedy. The article quotes Sam Harris, a best sell­ ing au­ thor and defender of athe­ ism, "It seems to me to be obvious that ev­ erything D.G. Martin we value in Christ­ mas — giving gifts, celebrating the holiday with our families, eqjoying all of the kitsch that comes along with it — all of that has been entirely appro­ priated by the secular world." Last year I urged that those who wanted to protect the "real Christmas" should distance their observances from the other winter holi­ day activities. If they, for in­ stance, owned the "Christmas" trademark, like Disney owns "Mickey Mouse" and CocaCola owns "Coke" they should restrict the use of that term to religious observances relating to the celebration of the birth of Jesus and rejecting all com­ mercial "exploitation" of the term. Of course, nothing of the sort is going to happen. Too many "Christians" have bought into the com­ mercial and secular holiday. Many of us have important economic interests in Christ­ mas as we know it. This kind of Christmas so has wrapped itself around our culture that Santa Claus is as sacred as the Christ Child and "Jingle Bells" is as holy as "O Holy Night." Purists like me urge that we break away from nonreligious activities of Christmas. But, if we got what we ask for, there would be a big problem. If Christmas were simply a religious holy day, if it had to stand without the support of the traditions of the secular festivities, would it give the Christian religion the same boost that Christmas gives it? The holiday, with all of its faults, is a bhtz marketing time for Christians. The in­ stitutional advertising from Christmas is better than hun­ dreds of thirty-second ads on a Super Bowl broadcast, in terms of building the brand and gathering support. Christmas the way we celebrate it may not be pure Christianity, but today's Christianity probably cannot do without it. Nothing to brag about to be sure, but it's come to that. Here is where the connec­ tion to big-time college sports comes in. Although it is hard to ra­ tionalize the partnership be­ tween the multimillion dollar sports business that is con­ nected to our great colleges and universities, there is no doubt that much of the sup­ port for many of those institu­ tions has become dependent on success in the sports busi­ ness. The bread and butter ser­ vice of universities is to do groundbreaking research, to serve their communities, and to prepare students to succeed. Purists like me can argue all day long that big time sports complicate and compromise these efforts. The power of the sports establishments in uni­ versities gives them incredible independence and separation from university governance. The universities that are iden­ tified with them no longer re­ ally own them. But the, universities cannot do without them. The attention and the broad based loyalty that sports teams have brought their universities have been critical to building the sup­ port that American universi­ ties get from government and private donors. It is not pretty and it is hard to defend—or even explain. There is really nothing like it. Except, perhaps, Christ­ mas. i D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookivatch, which airs Sun­ days at 5:00 p.m. On Sunday hunting and freedom Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster ; Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2006 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. RALEIGH - The problem with freedom is that other people may do things that trouble, annoy, or even anger you. In a free society, you have no authority to stop them. Strictly speaking, that's not a problem. It's a solution. Throughout most of human history, much suffering has derived from a lack of free­ dom. One faction obtained government power, wielded it to impose its moral or social values on others, and then enforced its imposition with violence. Another faction, ag­ grieved, eventually obtained power, and the cycle of strife recurred. Freedom is a solution in a world of conflicting values - which is, in fact, the only world we've got. If you are free to worship Baal and I am free to worship God, one of us is in dire moral peril. But at least I am not also fearful of being tyrannized or killed for act­ ing on my beliefs, and you can say the same. Moreover, in a free society I have more than just the right to worship as I please. I also have the right to attempt to evangelize you, just as you have the right to try to sell me the full Baal-believers benefits package, com­ plete with free ginzu knives for ritual sacrifice (did you know they can cut through these tin cans as easily as through a ripe tomato?) Of course, in a free society, there's nothing that says one has to listen. Therein lies the problem. In my ex­ perience, 1 i berty lovers fail to ap­ preciate how dif­ ficult it is for most human beings to John Hood handle not be­ ing listened to, and to be confronted with the fact that others are doing something wrong but can't be enjoined from continuing. Such psy­ chic pain is also an inalien­ able facet of human nature. It can be excruciating. Yield­ ing to the temptation to use government coercion to make this pain go away is wrong - no less than yielding to other kinds of injurious temp­ tations - but surely one can understand why it happens. It has become fashionable in modern society to attribute this behavior primarily to re­ ligious conservatives. For ex­ ample, some North Carolina activists are currently wag­ ing a spirited battle against a proposal to allow people to hunt on Sundays. They be­ lieve that because the God of Exodus commands us to remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy, activities such as hunting, shopping, or con­ suming alcoholic beverages should be discouraged on Sundays. That's fair enough. They also believe government should do the "discouraging." That's unfair and too much. But I find at least as much willingness among groups on the political Left to use gov­ ernmental coercion to impose their beliefs at the point of a gun. They favor the pas­ sage of laws making it ille­ gal to refuse to rent a garage apartment to, say, gays and lesbians. They enact speech codes on public-university campuses. They seek restric­ tions on advertising and oth­ er commercial speech. They claim the right to impose re­ strictions on wages, prices, working hours, and other conditions of employment re­ gardless of what the parties to an employment contract may seek. They think it's okay to force taxpayers with strongly held moral or religious views to pay for obscene art. And so on. Freedom isn't easy. It re­ quires us to be grown-ups, to settle for living in a society in which some people, no matter how hard we try, just aren't going to do what we say or believe what we believe. It re­ quires hippies to respect the rights of Southern Baptists, and those with less to respect the rights of those with more, and gays to respect the rights of straights, and pacifists to respect the rights of hunters. Yes, it also means the reverse in each case. Yielding to the tempta­ tion to coerce inevitably cre­ ates a more serious problei than the problem of learnii: to live with daily annoyance and outrages - just as yiele ing to a strong temptation I drink or overeat can mal< one feel good in the short ru but cause severe harm in tl long run. Guess it's time for new 12-step program. John Hood is president < the John Locke Foundatio and publisher of Carolim Journal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available free of charge, for readers to express their views. Al it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matte of community interest anc should be limited to 70C words. Letters must be .signec with an address anc phone number for verifieation purposes. Only the writer's name and com' munity will be published Letters must not be libel ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O Box 808, West Jefferson NC 28694 or email tc )thompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT/OBITUARIES Vote — continued from front page through the One Stop No Excuse absentee voting at the board of elections office in Ashe County Courthouse. West Jefferson Aldermen voted unanimously in early November to call for a refer­ endum on an ABC store and on-premises sales of mixed drinks. Alderman Jerry Mc­ Millan said at that meet­ ing that an ABC store will provide tax revenue for the town and that restaurant operators have been waiting for the board to request a referendum. West Jefferson voters ap­ proved on-premises sales of beer and wine in 2002. The town has had off-premises sales of beer and wine since 1979. County records show that referendums in 1979 and 1983 resulted in the refusal of an ABC store in West Jefferson. cated in a region built upon cooperative competitiveness. The Center will assist ef­ forts in the region to develop jobs based on applied scienc­ es and advanced materials. New partnerships, beyond the original three-county region, are being formed to further enhance the Center's capabil­ ities. The establishment of an Advanced Materials Center, along with the Cluster's work with neighboring counties, regional partnerships, and adjoining states will position our region for untold oppor­ tunity. Cluster continued from front page formed plastic components, and the transitioning of tra­ ditional materials to utilize advanced materials products are ideal industries for north­ west North Carolina, not only because it creates clean, safe, high-paying jobs, but also because those jobs can be lo- DePrees Post photo by Linda Burchette Arby's in West Jefferson is closed and being demolished to make way for other commercial development. continued from front page ible, your visions are wonder­ ful. You set a standard and a tone, and you did it right." Lenore DePree made her artwork accessible to the people of the county, Lonon said, through her unique Per­ sian style that captured the look and feel and heritage of Ashe, putting real people in her paintings going about their everyday lives. Many non-profit organizations, schools, government build­ ings and fundraisers have benefited from the donation of her artwork. The most re­ cent beneficiary is Mt. Jef­ ferson Presbyterian Church to which Lenore donated a magnificent 12-foot mural of the church's children. "We thank you for being here and being part of our lives," Lonon said, wishing the DePrees well on their fu­ ture endeavors. "We're glad we've been part of the jour­ ney." Kermit Dancy, retired min­ ister of Mt. Jefferson Presby­ terian Church, read a special tribute he had written for the DePrees, praising her recent work of art for the church. "It reaches out and touches us," he said. "Surely the Presence is not only in this place, but in all places and in Gordon and Lenore DePree. How drab it would have been if your journey hadn't led you Gilda Scott Reid Hospital after 18 years. She is survived by a son, Scott (Jerilyn) Reid, of Carry, NC; two daughters, Paulette (Steve) Puckett, of Sanford, NC and Lynne Marlowe, of Wilmington, NC; two sisters, Ruth Allen Greer and Pat Taylor, both of West Jeffer­ son; five grandchildren, Todd (Julie) Puckett, Elizabeth Puckett (Brad) Peele, Michael Marlowe, Brynne Reid, Madi­ son Reid; four great-grand­ children; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. West Jefferson August 17,1929 December 16, 2006 Gilda Scott Reid, age 77, of West Jefferson, died Sat­ urday, December 16, 2006 at Duke University Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Decem­ ber 20, 2006 at 1 p.m. at Zion United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on' Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mrs. Reid was born in Ashe County on August 17,1929 to the late Raymond Rice Scott and the late Faye Scott. She retired from Ashe Memorial Elwood Taylor Lansing March 14, 1945 December 15, 2006 Elwood "Junior" Taylor, age 61, of Lansing, died Fri­ day evening, December 15, 2006 at North Carolina Bap­ tist Hospital. Funeral services were held on Monday, December 18, 2006 at 2 p.m. at Meadowview Mennonite Church with Rev. Dan Hess officiat­ ing. Burial followed in the Taylor Cemetery. The family received friends from 12 to 2 p.m. on Monday, prior to the funeral service. Mr. Taylor was born in Ashe County on Wednesday, March 14, 1945 to the late Wade Franklin Taylor and the late Dorris Agnes Per­ ry Taylor. He worked from Thomasville Furniture Ind. He is survived by his wife, Corrina Dunn Taylor, of the /N home; a son, Bobby Taylor, of Lansing; a daughter, Jes­ sica Taylor, of Lansing; three brothers, Norman Taylor and Garland Taylor, both of Lansing and Lester Taylor, of Crumpler; three sisters, Faye Clark and Linda Taylor, both of Lansing and Beulah Collins, of West Jefferson; four grandchildren, Sidney Taylor, Austin Taylor, Alex­ ias Taylor and Olivia Taylor; several nieces and nephews also survive. The family requests no flowers! Memorials may be made to: The family, do Boone Family Funeral Home, PO box 786, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. to Ashe County. You've ab­ solutely made us rich in so many ways." Gail Smart, owner of the Smart Gallery that Lenore and Gordon DePree trans­ formed when they first came to town into the DePree Gal­ lery & Studio, thanked them for what they had done for the community and wel­ comed all the guests who had come to bid the couple a fond farewell. All smiles and a bit tearyeyed, Lenore thanked every­ one for their remarks and appreciation. She said she and Gordon had never had an experience like they've had in Ashe County and will always remember it. "You don't know what you've all meant to us," she said. "We are overwhelmed. This is so wonderful. We don't know what's ahead, but I'm look­ ing forward to some good stuff. You never know what's around the bend and I like not knowing what's going to happen next." The DePrees plan to spend Christmas and New Year's in Ashe County, and then move to Chicago after the first of the year. Lenore will also leave behind her partner­ ship with Joannie Bell at the Originals Only gallery and studio they have operated for nearly two years. Jane Elizabeth Dodge the annual career fair, which partnered with many local businesses to help students decide on a career path. Jane was an artist, poet, and loved growing beautiful flowers. She was so proud of her fam­ ily's heritage. She was a true animal lover and leaves be­ hind Nicki, Rusty, Azure and Sampson, her special family cats. A funeral service was held on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2006, at 11 a.m. at Mitchell Funeral Home, 600 St. Mary's St., Raleigh, N.C.. The family re­ ceived friends one hour prior to the service from 10 to 11 a.m. Graveside services fol­ lowed at 3 p.m. at the Virgilina Cemetery in Virginia. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Asso­ ciation, Inc., 3131-100 RDU Center Drive, Morrisville, NC 27650, the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Association at www.komen.org or to the First Presbyterian Church Friend­ ship Fund, 120 W. Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601. These arrangements were made by Mitchell Funeral Home—St. Mary's Street. Raleigh, N.C. Died December 13, 2006 Jane Elizabeth Tuck Dodge, 62, of Raleigh and Hampstead, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2006. Jane is survived by her beloved husband of 24 years, Michael R. Dodge, and her loving sons, Jonathan and Will Dodge; her mother, Ruby B. Tuck; her sisters Jean Tuck Brown and Mary Ruth Tuck; and her brother, Bill Tuck. She was preceded in death by her father, Wilbur H. Tuck Sr., a great man and a master educator. Jane held a MAED in coun­ seling from East Carolina Uni­ Jerry Harris will officiate. versity and was a graduate of Virginia Grace Burial will follow in the How­ Camp Lejeune High School. Johnson Howell ell Hill Cemetery. The family She was employed by Wake Jefferson will receive friends Tuesday, County Schools as a career December 6, 1924 December 19, 2006 from 1 development coordinator at December 16, 2006 to 2 p.m. at Badger Funeral Athens High School, Raleigh, Virginia Grace Johnson Home. Memorials may be N.C., and formerly at Lake­ Howell, age 82, of Jefferson, made to the Howell Hill Cem­ side High School in Wilming­ NC, died Saturday, December etery Fund. ton, N.C., where she touched 16, 2006 at North Carolina Mrs. Howell is survived by the lives of many young stu­ Baptist Hospital in Winston five brothers, Vance, Jr., Bob­ dents. She took great pride in Salem, NC. by Joe, Mack, and Raymond Mrs. Howell was born in Johnson all of Jefferson, and Jefferson, NC on December 6, Jack Johnson of Wilmington, ASHE COUNTY HISTORY - GREAT GIFT! 1924 to the late Vance E. and "1799: North Carolina's Northwest Frontier" Sally E.Sturgill Johnson. She Del.; two sisters, Irene Bald­ was preceded in death by her win of Jefferson and Mamie (1750-1865) by Rufus Myers Hardin of West Jefferson; and husband; Carson Howell. She Call 336-846-3994 or 846-6321 several nieces and nephews Free Brochure or mall $30 to P.O. Box 232 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 was a member at Greene's Send condolences to the Available In West Jefferson at Ingles or Skyland Books Chapel Baptist Church. family by visiting our website Funeral services will be at www.badgerfuneralhome. held Tuesday, December 19, com. 2006 at 2 p.m. at the Badger Badger Funeral Home is in Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. charge of the arrangements. TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN Fredar Kate Dishman Miller Jefferson March 14, 1945 December 16, 2006 Fredar Kate Dishman Miller, age 75, of Jefferson, NC, died Saturday, December 16, 2006 at her residence. Mrs. Miller was born in Jef­ ferson, NC on March 7, 1931 to the late Riley and Cornelia Barker Dishman. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Orion Baptist Church. Rev. Mace Johnson and Rev. Glenn Woodie will officiate. Burial will follow in the Miller Fam- ily Cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, De­ cember 18, 2006 from 6:008:00 P.M. at Badger Funeral Home. Mrs. Miller is survived by her husband, Shade Miller; a daughter, Rosa Osborne of Jefferson; two brothers, Mont and Guy Dishman both of Jef­ ferson; two sisters, Tencie Mc­ Neill and Sally Miller, both of West Jefferson; and several nieces and nephews. Send condolences to the family by visiting our website at www.badgerfuneralhome. com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. We are looking for anyone who witnessed an altercation in the parking lot of the Ashe County Jailhouse on September 17th, 2006 between 6:45 and 7:00pm. We believe there may have been a dark minivan at the stop sign at this time. We would appreciate it if you would call us at: 336-877-3261 or 336-977-9588. Obituaries appear every Tuesday in the Jefferson Post West Jefferson Chevrolet is Proud to Announce the Addition of GM Certified Technicians Jerry Lafferty and Bo Fritts Christmas Eve Candlelight Service (Sunday, December 24th 5:30 - 6:15PM and 6:30 - 7:15PM Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 South Street • Jefferson, NC • 336-846-9642 TIRES • BRAKES • SHOCKS NE W OWNERSHIP • NEW MANAGEMENT • NEW ATTITUDES! Hand Picking Technicians to Form the Best Service Team in the High Country We Want To Earn Your Business and Trust! MMM Call 336-846-4636 for an appointment A 100.000 Milt WAHKANTY > kt 25- f \\ �l'ACE 6A Tl'ESDAV, Decembe^^^^^ •port E-mail us: mgraybeaKhJrtTvrsonPosl.cun f Tuesday - December 19 Thursday - December 21 JV/Varsity Basketball HOME vs Avery 4:00 p.m. JV/Varsity Basketball HOME vs Watauga4:00 p.m. Wrestling Quad Meet away Wednesday - December 20 Wrestling away at Watauga 6:00pm at West Caldwell ASU Mountaineers win back-to-back national titles The Sports Editor's email has changed! To reach the Jefferson Post Sports department e-mail us at wjssports@jeffersonpost.com or mgraybeal@jeffersonpost.com By Appalachian Sports Information CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - Junior Kevin Richardson scored all four touchdowns to lead No. 1 Appalachian State University to its sec­ ond-straight NCAA Division I Football National Champi­ onship with a 28-17 triumph over No. 3 Massachusetts on Friday evening at Finley Sta­ dium. The Mountaineers rushed for 285 yards, with Richard­ son tallying 179 yards of the load. Richardson's 179 yards were the most given up by the Minuteman since Novem­ ber 9, 2002. The Elizabethtown, N.C. native also set an NCAA Di­ vision I Football Champion­ ship Subdivision (formerly Division I-AA) single-season record with 30 rushing touchdowns in 15 games this season. The previous record was held by Colgate's Jamaal Branch, who scored 29 touch­ downs in 16 games in 2003. Rounding out Richardson's record-breaking day and sea­ son, the Southern Conference Offensive Player of the year finsihed with 1,676 yards rushing, good for a new sin­ gle-season school record. His 1,676 yards top the 1,661 tal­ lied by John Settle in 1986. Despite Richardson's MVP performance, it was UMass runing back Steve Baylark that set the tone early. On the first series of the game, Baylark ran for 23 yards, setting up a one-yard touch­ down dive by tailback Matt Lawrence that gave the Minutemen an early 7-0 lead. 5:00pm This week in Husky sports national championship. Appalachian finished the Appalachian took the lead season with a 14-game win­ back for good on its next pos­ ning streak and a 14-1overall session, as RichardsQn took it record, setting school records in for the third time a from for wins in a season and con­ four yards out, giving the de­ secutive victories. UMass fending champs a 21-14 lead ended its run at 13-2 overall. Edwards completed the with 13:22 left to play in the most prolific season by a contest. The Minutemen charged freshman quarterback in down the field on their next ASU history by totaling 227 possession, but the Moun­ total yards (146 passing, 81 taineer defense buckled down rushing). Senior William once UMass crossed midfield Mayfield and junior Dexter and the Minutemen had to Jackson each caught three settle for a 42-yard field goal, passes for 44 yards. Lynch and Jeremy Wig­ leaving the Apps with a 2117 advantage with 8:46 left gins led the defense with sev­ en total tackles apiece. Wig­ in the game. Appalachian was able gins finished with eight total to melt all but 1:51 off the tackes, while Lynch added a tackle for loss, interception clock after the UMass field goal with a 14-play, 80-yard and pass breakup. Baylark tallied 133 of drive, capped by Richardson's fourth TD, a two-yard dive UMass' 165 yards on the that effectively sealed ASU's ground and Coen completed second-straight national ti­ 20-of-33 passes for 221 yards and a touchdowns to lead the tle. On the ensuing drive, all- Minutemen offensively. America safety Corey Lynch The overflow crowd of crushed all hopes of a Min­ 22,808, consisting of upwards uteman comeback with his of 15,000 Black and Gold-clad third interception in as many fans, set a Finley Stadium games since returning 28 record and marked the 12th days following a severe elbow time, in 15 games this season injury. that the Mountaineers have Two kneel-downs by back­ played in front of a capacity up quarterback Trey Elder crowd. set off a wild celebration on Richardson recorded his the Finley Stadium turf, as 15th-career 100-yard rush­ Black and Gold faithful filled ing game. ASU is 15-0 when the field to share in the rev­ Richardson rushes for 100elry of ASU's second-straight plus yards. to Bard Listorti with 4:22 to play in the third quarter. Photo courtesy of Goasu.com Kevin Richardson's four touchdowns in the national championship game gave the junior the NCAA Division I FCS single-season touchdown record with 30. Baylark went on to rush for 62 yards on nine carries in the first quarter alone. Although Baylark was the performer of the period, Ap­ palachian answered in the final 1:15 of the first quarter with Richardson's longest run of the night, a 45-yard touch­ down scamper that knotted the game at 7-7. After a nearly scoreless second quarter, Richardson ran in from six yards out for his second score of the night to give Appalachian a 14-7 lead with 49 seconds left in the first half. Midway through the third period, Massachusetts took advantage of Edwards' only mistake of the game, an in­ terception deep inside UMass territory. The Minutemen took advan­ tage of the miscue, marching 81 yards in 11 plays and ty­ ing the game at 14 on a 17yard pass from Liam Coen Surry ri by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter This past Friday night, the varsity Men headed into their third game of the conference line-up with a 1-1 record. The only obstacle standing between the Huskies and a 2-1 record was the Golden Eagles from Surry Central. The Huskies overpowered the Eagles and defeated them by Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaleb Davis rounds the corner and drives the ball hard in the Huskies game against Surry Central. a five-point victory, with the final score being 45-40. The Huskies opened up the contest sluggish, and the Eagles were able to jump out to a quick eight-point lead. When four minutes had passed in the first quarter, the Huskies first points of the game were scored when Kaleb Davis was able to knock down a jump shot from just inside the three-point arc, to take the score to 2-8. The Huskies offense then exploded and in the remaining three minutes of the half outscored the Eagles by a score of 11-8. The offensive run by the Huskies cut the Eagles lead to only one point, and the first quarter concluded with the Huskies trailing the Eagles 13-14. The second quarter opened up in the same fashion as the first. The Eagles were able to outscore the Huskies early, but the Huskies were able to take the lead with only two minutes remaining in the first half when Davis was fouled on a lay-up and converted the three-point play. The threepoint play by Davis gave the Huskies a one-point lead, 2221 and the Huskies offense was able to extend their lead prior to the half. With only three seconds remaining in the quarter, Coleman Payne rolled off of a screen set by his teammate and knocked down a three-pointer prior to the buzzer sounding to give the Huskies a three-point lead heading into halftime, 27-24. Following the intermission, the action was initiated in the third quarter by the Huskies extending their lead. After two minutes of action, the Huskies were able to extend their lead to six points, with the score in favor of the Huskies, 3125. The Eagles then held the Huskies scoreless for the next four minutes, and the Eagles took advantage of the Huskies drought and scored six points for themselves. When the Huskies were finally able to exit their scoring drought, the Eagles had narrowed the two two the Huskies lead to only points, 31-29 with only minutes remaining in third quarter. In the See Varsity Men, page 7 Photo by Michael Graybeal Tommy Spagnolo scores two of his game high eleven points with this jump shot in Friday night's game. Third quarter run gives Lady Huskies the win k.> by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Lady Huskies welcomed the Golden Eagles from Surry Central this past Friday for their third game of iLl r the conference schedule. The Huskies were able to advance to 3-0 in conference and 5-1 overall with a 45-35 victory over the Golden Eagles. The action^ was started Photo by Michael Gravbeal Kim McNeil out jumps Surry Central's center to win the t' P for the Huskies to start the game on Friday night. immediately after the tip-off when Shelly Barker made a lay-up for the Huskies only five seconds into the game to give the Huskies an early 2-0 lead. The Huskies were then able to increase their lead to 6-2 after only two minutes into the game. The Huskies continued their run, and held the Eagles scoreless for the next two minutes while they went on to score another six points. At this point, the Huskies led 12-2 with three minutes remaining in the quarter. The Eagles were determined to not quit, and battled back, and with the help of a buzzer beater three pointer, the Eagles had cut the Huskies lead to only five points at the end of the first quarter, 17-12. The second quarter proved to be difficult for the Huskies. Throughout the eight minutes of action, the Huskies were only able to score four points. The Eagles took advantage of the Huskies drought and mounted an offensive run and cut the Huskies lead to only one point heading into the halftime break, 21-20. The Huskies scoring in the first half was contributed W by only four players, with Kim McNeil leading with eight points, Shelly Barker also added six points, while Kassee Roberts contributed five and Kelly Hudler added two points. The Huskies exited the halftime intermission with a noticeable drive inserted into their game. In the first four minutes of the third quarter, the Huskies had held the Eagles scoreless and had scored ten points themselves to give the Eagles an 11point deficit. The Huskies continued to hassle the Eagles offensively and with three minutes remaining in the third quarter, Shelly Barker intercepted an Eagles' pass and was fouled harshly on the fast-break lay-up. After Shelly was awarded, and made two free throws, the Huskies regained possession with a tremendous 35-21 lead over the Eagles. The Huskies progressed toward the end of the quarter, and continued to limit the Eagles shot opportunities and when the third quarter had concluded, the Eagles had only scored four points in the third See Varsity Women, page 7 Photo by Michael Graybeal Shelly Barker takes the ball up hard after a defensive steal and draws the intentional foul during the third quarter offensive run by the Huskies. �I UESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2(JU6 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 A SPORTS JV Lady Huskies post a 5-2 record in season play maintained a one-point lead with only a few seconds remaining in the game. Due to the Huskies lead, the Falcons were forced to foul the Huskies in desperation of the Huskies missing their free throws. Unfortunately for the Falcons, Caitlin Elliott stepped up and went 4-4 in the closing seconds of the game to secure the 46-41 victory for the Huskies. The Huskies recorded 22 rebounds and also contributed an amazing ten assists to lead to a distribution of scoring for the team. Caitlin Elliott led the team in scoring Photo by Michael Graybeal with eleven points and also Cara Church applies tough defensive pressure on the ball grabbed seven rebounds. handler in a recent game. Caitlin also led the team with over the Eagles, and in the and Jessica Walker with three assists. Sammie Miller and Jessica VValker each third quarter they increased five points, Charity Shatley, scored eight points to add their lead to 22 points. The Cara Church, Ariel Farmer, to the team's totals. Jessica Huskies scored a monstrous Brittany Lyalls, and Kelsey also was tied for the second 17 points, and once again Johnson each had four points, most rebounds with Brittany held the Eagles to a mere and Morgan Casey rounded out the scoring with three Lyalls, who each had four seven points. The fourth quarter was points. rebounds. Stephanie Ratliff The victory over the added seven points for the a near repeat of the third quarter, with the Huskies Eagles advanced the Huskies Huskies, while Brittany to outscore record to 4-2 overall, and an Lyalls added six points. continuing the Eagles. The Huskies undefeated 2-0 in conference. Charity Shatley added four On this past Friday night, points, and Morgan Casey completed the game with a rounded out the scoring for 15-point quarter and held the the Huskies hosted the Eagles to only seven points Golden Eagles from Surry the Huskies with two points. The victory over Forbush for the third quarter in a Central for their third game advanced the team's »ecord row. The Huskies cruised to of the conference season. The to 3-2 overall, and 1-0 in an easy 30-point victory, with JV Lady Huskies matched up the final score of 51-21. against a tougher team than conference. The Huskies scoring was their previous game, but was The JV Lady Huskies played theirsecond conference evenly distributed as ten able to escape with a 46-30 game last Tuesday when they Huskies recorded points in victory. Surry Central was able hosted the Wilkes Central the contest. Stephanie Ratliff Eagles. The Huskies recorded led the team however with to stick with the Huskies in their second conference win ten points. Other scorers the first quarter of the game by defeating the Eagles by a included: Caitlin Elliott with this past Friday and at the seven points, Sammie Miller conclusion of the first quarter, score of 51-21. The action started with the Huskies narrowly outscoring the Eagles by three points in the first quarter, 8-5. The Huskies three point lead was deceiving and the Huskies returned strong in the second In the second quarter. quarter, the Huskies held the Eagles to only two points, and increased their score byeleven points. The uneven scoring in the second quarter allowed the Huskies to head into the ip^ermission at halftime with a twelve point lead, 19-7. Photo by Michael Graybeal Following the halftime The 5th and 6th grade AYBL Lady Panthers from Mountain intermission, the Huskies View supports the Huskies during their games against continued their domination Wilkes Central on last Tuesday. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The JV Lady Huskies opened up their conference schedule with a victory of the Falcons from Forbush High School. The Huskies were able to pull out a come from behind victory by the score of 46-41. The Huskies were unfortunate enough to suffer a quick offensive run by the Falcons who jumped out to an early 16-4 lead in the first quarter. The Huskies responded admirably and held the Falcons scoreless during the second quarter and were down by only two points at halftime, with the score 16-14. In the third quarter, the Huskies showed the Falcons they meant business and Photo by Michael Graybeal Jessica Walker takes the ball up strong and draws a foul in the JV Lady Huskies victory over Wilkes Central. outscored the Falcons by nine-points and ended the third quarter with a score of 33-26 in favor of the Huskies. When the fourth and final quarter started, the Falcons made a run and narrowed the Huskies lead with only minutes to go in the game. However, the Huskies played strong defense and shut down the Falcons perimeter offense by preventing any three pointers and the Huskies Varsity Women quarter. When two minutes of action had been played in the fourth quarter, the Eagles were able to cut the Huskies lead to only ten points, 42-32. However the Huskies then held the Eagles scoreless for the following three minutes of the game. With only a minute left to play in the game, the Huskies led the Eagles 46-32. In the final minute, the Eagles were able to record a threepointer and another basket, and finished the game with only 37 points scored. The Huskies had advanced and recorded a ten-point victory by a score of 47-37. Seven Huskies were able to register points by the Varsity Men — continued from page 6 remaining two minutes of the quarter, the Huskies held the Eagles scoreless, but could only score two points themselves, and concluded the third quarter with a mere four point lead, 35-31. The fourth quarter opened up with the Eagles scoring two quick baskets in the early stages of the quarter, and narrowed the Huskies lead to only one point, 3736. The Eagles cut into the Huskies lead again with only a minute left, and narrowed the Huskies lead to only one point, 39-38. However, on the next possession, a drive by Kaleb Davis ended with a lay-up and the Huskies took a three-point lead in the final minute of the game, 41-38. The Eagles efforts in the last minute were unsuccessful, and a turnover by the Eagles led to Coleman Payne being fouled with only 14 seconds left. Payne sealed the deal for the Huskies with his free-throw, and the Huskies concluded the game and recorded their fourth victory of the year, and to advance to 2-1 in conference play. The Huskies had three players score in double digits with Kaleb Davis and Tommy Spagnolo scoring eleven points each, and Tatum Lemly also contributed ten points. Coleman Payne also added seven point, Parker Johnson recorded four points, and Ryan Moser added two points. Tommy Spagnolo also led the team in rebounds and brought down nine rebounds. The Huskies return to action tonight when they host the Vikings from Avery County in a non-conference matchup. conclusion of the game, and Kim McNeil led the offensive attack with 21 points, and Shplly Barker also added 13 points for the Huskies. Kassee Roberts also added five points while Kailin Smith, Kelly Hudler, Kendra Yearick, and Katie Gammons added two points each. On the defensive side, the Huskies forced the Eagles into 26 turnovers, and the Huskies recorded 18 steals. The Huskies return to action tonight when they plan to avenge a two-point loss from earlier in the season. The loss came from the hands of the Avery Vikings. The two-point loss is the only loss in the Huskies record, and they currently stand at 5-1 and 3-0 in conference. Huskies to a 46-30 victory, which allowed the Huskies to post a record of 5-2, and remained still undefeated in conference with a record of 3-0. The Huskies once again had an evenly distributed scoring, which was led by Charity Shatley with eight points. Sammie Miller and Kelsey Johnson added seven points, Cara Church, Brittany Lyalls, and Stephanie Ratliff added six points each, and Morgan Casey,Jessica Walker, and Caitlin Elliott each added two points to round out the Huskies scoring. The JV Lady Huskies return to action tonight when they host the Vikings from Avery High School. The JV Lady Huskies hope to avenge a loss from earlier in the season when the Vikings defeated the Huskies. Tip-off is scheduled for 4 p.m. Photo by Michael Graybeal Caitlin Elliot lays the ball up for two points during the Hus­ kies 46-30 victory over Surry Central while her teammates crash the boards for the rebound. Ashe County Parks and Recreation Winter Hours Ashe County Parks and Recreation is now operating with winter hours. The winter hours for Family Central are: Monday8am -10pm open gym 6-8 ladies; 8-10 men's Tuesday— 8am-9pm volleyball 6-9pm Wednesday— 8am-9pm open gym starting at 5pm Thursday8am-9pm volleyball 6-9pm Friday5pm-9pm indoor soccer Now open on Saturdays- 10am-6pm open gym 10-2; 3-6 indoor soccer continued from page 6 quarter, while the Huskies had scored a superior 15 points. Following the game, Coach Foster commented on the Huskies third quarter by stating: "The third quarter was the difference we outscored them 15-4. We created several turnovers that resulted in easy baskets. When we have everyone committed to playing defense and rebounding, good things happen for us." The Huskies momentum seemed to have grounded the Eagles during the third quarter, but the Eagles were able to gain a small amount of points back in the fourth the Huskies possessed a narrow lead of one-point, 10-9. However, the Huskies increased their defensive intensity, and in the second half, the Huskies increased their lead to seven points when they outscored the Eagles 13-7 in the quarter. The Huskies headed into the locker room at halftime possessing a 23-16 lead. In the second half, the action restarted with the Huskies again outscoring the Eagles 10-5 and increased their lead to twelve points. Heading into the fourth quarter with a 33-21 lead, the Huskies were determined not to let the Eagles come back. With this determination, the Huskies outscored the Eagles for the fourth time of the game. In the quarter, the Huskies scored 13 points compared to their opponents' nine points. This led the For the first time ever, Ashe County Park is now open year round. Thanks to the recent addition of the newest, winterized bathroom facility, the park is able to operate throughout the winter. The bathroom is located next to the new All Star baseball field inside Ashe County Park. The hours of the park are 8am to dusk. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kassee Roberts looks for her open teammate. Dr. Hank Clay; Jr. is proud to announce the addition of ^'Hardee's of Jefferson ATHLETE mmm week presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Kim Heather Herman, FJVP McNeil, is a member of the ladies varsity basketball team. Kim has to his staff. been a major factor In the Huskies m* M offense and has led the Huskies in scoring this past week. She scored 21 points in each game against Wilkes Central and Surry HJ IAlSLs Central. Congratulations Kim McNeil Kim McNeil!!! r Stop by JHL&rQ60S A each week and check out our L latest Athlete of the Week! • . Mountan Viage Shoppng Center• 246-5504 • Ask about defcery*246-5504 Heather is a graduate of Duke University and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She resides in Jefferson with her husband Andrew and son Nathan. Heather will be available for afjpointments on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Please call 982-2158for your appointment. Photo by Michael Graybeal Coleman Payne secures the victory for the Huskies with this free-throw in the clos­ ing seconds of the game. « 'fffoJtinyj/ou a i f/ertvj Christ/no* a/i(f a \ cw J ' t from ft r 0 . f/(imU G a ^ . a / % ? r l y r m» £ Ashei /Athletics 2 Sporting Goods, Team Sports — Apparel and Equipment, Trophies and Plaques 6192 Hwy. 221-N • Jetlerson • 982-7425 Free Lettermqn Pin to Weekly Winners Sausage fc Egg Biscuits fur • *2.22 Kfli �PAGE 8A TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Area churches announce upcoming holiday services School Lunch Menu Dec. 18-22 Monday: Quesadilla w/ Salsa, tossed salad, corn, cobbler, milk Tuesday: Pizza, tossed salad, fruit cocktail, choc, chip cookie, milk Wednesday: Optional Teacher Work Day Thursday: Optional Teacher Work Day Friday: Holiday Tuesday, December 19 6 p.m.: The High Country Christian Women's Club invites all women and men of the area to join us for our December meeting. This meet­ ing is one week early due to the holiday. Our special feature is "Christmas Sharing." Come join us for Christmas traditions, caroling and some Christmas surprises. We will have a won­ derful catered meal, all inclu­ sive for $11.00. Our speak­ er this month will be Gerry Gorist of Marion, N.C. She will speak on "Getting it Right." Our special Christmas music will be by vocalist Jim McKinney and. at the piano, Judy Eller. Reservations and cancella­ tions by Saturday December 16. Reservations should be honored or used by a friend. Reservations can be made by calling Norma at (704)2641210 or Linda at (704)2643753. A free nursery is also available with reservation. Thursday, December 21 9 a.m.: ASA Senior Center: Medicare Part D Special Event Focus: Low-Income Subsity. Do you have ques­ tions about whether you qual­ ify for low income subsity? Do you qualify and need to sign up? Or do you just want ot know more about Low Income Subsidy? Please come to this session and get youq ques­ tions answered! For more information about the session call Louise Caudill at (336)2464347 11 a.m.: ASA Senior Center, Classroom 1: Emotional Health Series. Please join us for the 3rd part of our series on emotional health, provided by the staff of Appalachian Regional Healthcare System. Dev Looper, LCSW, and her staff at Watauga Medical Center will- be here to talk about: Holiday Blues:Tips for Coping. 6 p.m.: Winter Solstice. Make your way up onto beautiful Mt. Jefferson to enjoy this winter evening of the Solstice. Bring a jacket, a hat and some gloves. Meet the park ranger around the fire at the overlook to learn about the night sky. the earth, and the sun. This program is free and all are invited. Snow or rain will cancel program. Please call if you have further questions (336) 246-9653 Sunday, December 24 6 p.m.: Faith Chapel Church, Fleetwood: Smokey Mountain Christmas. Refreshments to follow the program. All are wel­ come to attend. Sunday, December 24 10 a.m.: Faith Chapel Church, Fleetwood: Adult Program: Let there Be Light. All are wel­ come to attend. Social time from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 11 a.m.: FaithBridge United Methodist Church: A special Christmas Eve candlelight ser­ vice will be held at the Blowing Rock School auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock. Come discover the true mean­ ing of Christmas God's love expressed in the incarnation of Jesus. Dress is casual and refreshments are provid­ ed before the service. If you would like more information, you may call the church office at 295-8333. 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas ser­ vice. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church will have two Candlelight Christmas Eve Services: the first from 5:306:15 p.m. and the second from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Everyone is invited to come and bring fam­ ily and friends to this very spe­ cial Candlelight Service. 7 p.m.: The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion at St. Mary's in West Jefferson: Springs announces New Year's Eve service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Christmas Eve Family Service 11 p.m.:The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion at St. Mary's in West Jefferson: Monday, January 8 Holy Eucharist. For more infor­ mation call the church office, 982-3076 Monday, December 25 10 a.m.:The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion at St. Mary's in West Jefferson: Holy Eucharist. For more infor­ mation call the church office, 982-3076 12 p.m.: Free Christmas Dinner at Friendship Baptist Church. Don't spend Christmas alone! Come join us for food and fellowship. Rides are available. Please call the church office at 982-2080 by December 18 to let us know you are coming. Sunday, December 31 10:30 a.m.: Mt. Paddy Church will host the Pine Ridge Boys. They have been singing Southern Gospel Music for the past 42 years. 8 p.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. Daniel Piatt and Reid Smithdeal, counselors with New River Behavioral HealthCare will present a program on Recovery Initiatives dealing with Medication Management and Psychosocial Family Education. The public is invited to attend. Ongoing Events The County Roads Mobile Pharmacy is still serving Ashe County! All prescriptions are now being filled in Boone, at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition (located at the old health department building off Bamboo Road). Medication pick up days are Tuesdays and continued on page 9A Enter the Pizza Plus / Jefferson Post PIZZA 2d§6/7 Football Contest PLUS GQB Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Pizza Plus / Jefferson Post Football Contest! football Contest Rules 6. 11. 7. I 2006-'07 I 1.The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain I more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines in the entry Wank which team you think will win. I £. At the bottom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the space 12. 8. I I I 10. the event of ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the I 9. tie the prize will be divided equally. I TIE BREAKER I NAME CAROLINA UJ 3 ADDRESS | I•sj S8 CITY I @ STATE indicated guess the total combined number of points that will be scored by both teams in that game. ZIP PHONE 3. A s25 cash prize and a $10 Gift Certificate from Pizza Plus will be awarded to the entrant predicting the most winners. In winning entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the 4. In the count that in event that games are week's contest week's contest games from Friday postponed if period. The through they will they are played contest the period following only within covers Thursday. 5. Entries may be mailed to: Jefferson Post at RO. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 203 S. Second ATLANTA Ave., West Jefferson. All mail entries must be postmarked by The total number of points the post office no later than the Friday preceding the start of the In this game will be... contest period and be received no later than Monday's mail. All entries hand delivered must be at the office of Jefferson Post no later than 5 p.m. on the Friday starting the contest week. 6. Limit of one entry per person, per envelope, per contest date. Weekly Winner W ill Receive a 7. All entries become the property of Jefferson Post. The decision of the judges is final. $10 Gift Certificate from Pizza Plus! 8. Winners will be announced as soon after the date of the contest period as judging allows. 9. Employees of Jefferson Post and their families are ineligible. PARKER TIE HARDWARE & BUILDING SUPPLY COMPANY JIM'S CORNER FURNITURE CAbfr1 or G\st!c...Wc JI Furnish It!! 160 Northwest School Rd • Warrensville, NC 384-2929 Monday - Friday 9:00-5:00 • Saturday 9:00-3:00 •o J-2 B • C ± 0 0= 3 t « * aa c a c H £ JE VEHICLES THAT WILL KEEP YOU OFF THE SIDELINES! 19 South 3rd Street • West Jefferson, NC Best SPECIALTY CAR COMPANY 336-246-2611 119 OLD KICK KYAiti) ROAD NORTH Wn RiMsoico. iYC 280551 m-oo7-oi 11 www.parkertie.doitbest.com JEFFERSON POST Ashe County's Only Subscription Newspaper 336-846-7164 • Fax: 336-846-7165 Website: www.jeffersonpost.com E-mail: editorial@jeffersonpost.com " WWW.SI'KCIAI.IYCARCOMI'AXY.COM o •I * !i Z2 55 "• U 0* a > *•' - 3 F a* at O tJJ ® a c «> 3 @ U _ .5 § JS s z g £ < > 5 & s • = — I§ U cfl pm n 1-SPECIALTY& 1TWOTOPPING 14.99 PIZZA ™ IPLUS m lappfcabfe •Coot Ht ri flirty iS porous! �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY EVENTS Lunch Break Grief Support Group meets Thursdays continued from page 8A Blue Ridge Baptist Church Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Clients can call in their prescription refills at 828-262162. or doctors can fax new prescriptions to 828-262-0154. please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday. Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer fit 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for roore information. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Episcopal Parish of Holy Communion the will hold December services at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in West Jefferson. A Christmas week schedule will appear in the paper the week of December 18. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m., coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 9823076. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. 2041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, small furniture, and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640, next to The Gap Hair Salon, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. Angels in the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Come enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-1377. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina at 336-982-4416. Riverview Learning Center is offering computer classes and more. To register or for details, call 385-1338. scheduled meetings, occurring on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center© Fleetwood Library, entrance on Railroad Grade Road just off Hwy 221. Area residents are invited to come be a part of the future of Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care about their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. Anyone interested please join them on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Call 336-386-6650 with questions. Ashe County Democratic Party meets every fourth Methodist Church at 115 E. Main St. The entrance is in the rear. The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on Monday and Thursday. For more information or to speak to an AA member, call 982-2641. For meeting information in surrounding counties, call (828) 262-1212. Veterans of Foreign Wars would like to invite any eligible veteran to come join their post. They meet every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. They are located on Ashe Park Road in the red, white, and blue building just below the park. For more information please call Mark Mallette at 982-9511 or Jim Bailey at 982-5814. Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 846-9068. Play Groups at Family Central information call 336-846-3900. Colvard at 336-982-2445.If a daytime meeting is better for you. contact Mary Caryl Elmore at 336-246-7567. are as follows: Adventurers of the Mind. Thursday mornings from 10 -12. Three and four year olds participate with a Prenatal Education parent or other care giver in Curriculum, Fridays at 6 p.m. age appropriate activities to for Latino families at Ashe build relationships and foster Family Central. The program is a love of learning. Group is offered in four sessions, through facilitated by Susan Lewis. December. Transportation and Young Explorers meets on childcare is available. For more Tuesdays from 10-12 noon. information call Isabel Spencer This is for two and three year at 246-9449. olds joining together with a Survivors of Domestic parent or other care giver for Violence meet in a confidential fun and learning. Group is setting on the 2nd Monday facilitated by Susan Lewis. and 4th Tuesday night of each MOMS Play Group meets month from 5:30 - 7 p.m. Fridays 10-12 noon and is for Group counseling is offered children under seven and their for women and their children moms or dads. This is an open at one of these groups each play group. Moms have time to month. Childcare is provided. chat while they play with their There is no charge to attend. youngsters.Me and My Dad Please call A.S.H.E. at 982- meets every third Saturday 8851 for more details. from 10-12 noon. Children Ashe County Republican under seven with their dads Party meets on the third meet for an open play group. Thursday of each month at 6 Dads can spend quality time Riverview Community Thrift p.m. in the Ashe County Library with their kids while giving mom Store will be open Thursdays downstairs conference room. time for herself. All these play and Fridays from 9 a.m. until Anyone interested is welcome groups are free and open to the 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from to attend. Refreshments will be public. For more information, 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday night served. For more information, call Maribeth at 982-4311, ext. Pickin' and Jammin' will begin call (336) 982-9585. 229. at 6:30 p.m. and continue until GED (General Educational Cancer Survivor's Group is or High open to any woman who has 10 p.m. Riverview Community Development) School Diploma program or has had cancer. Meetings Center is located in Creston. West Jefferson Community announces the Ashe Center are usually held on the third Partnership meets the fourth of Wilkes Community College Tuesday evening of each month. free-of-charge There is lots of companionship Friday of each month at 8:30 sponsors a.m. at West Jefferson Town classes at three different and humor. Come make new with scheduled friends, share information and Hall. Meetings are open to the locations that accommodate renew your spirit. For further public. Anyone interested hours in the revitalization of our everyone's schedule. For more information contact Jean community is invited. Greater Fleetwood Preservation Organization announces its regularly A A (Alcoholics Anonymous) Ashe County Unity Group meets at the Jefferson United MOTOROLA RAZR BUY ONE FOR Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. While supplies last! Limited time only! American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every first and third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. 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The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical which do not the value of the ad. to work with mentally and physically challenged children as assistant to technician in medical setting. Job training & advancement available. Call 385-1775 Jack Russell Terrier Puppies for Sale. Registered, dewormed, tails docked. Both parents are on-site. Call 336-846-6698 RHA Health Services Policy Christmas Puppies FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. has an immediate opening for a Qualified Mental Retardation Professional. Responsible for super­ vising, coordinating and monitoring an array of services and supports. Requires Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Social Services or Special Education from a four-year college or university; at least 2 years experience working with mental retardation or other developmental disabilities. Certain other Human Services Degrees may also qualify. Must have valid driver's license. Call 828-262-5450 PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or ' without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 Secretary/Tree Farm applicant must have orders should be experience in payroll, with payment to: filing and record keep­ ing, general office WANTED TO BUY . Classified Advertising skills, proficient com­ Small or Large The Jefferson Post puter skills, have good Tracts of Timber PO Box 608 people skills and selfWest Jefferson, NC Paying Top Dollar motivated. Benefits in­ 28694 clude paid holidays/va­ Call 982-8154 cation and insurance. and leave a (We accept personal Salary based on expe­ message. check, Visa or rience. Please send re­ Master Card) sume and references 380-Trucks & to P.O.Box 22, Laurel 4x4s for Sale Telephone: Springs, NC. 28644 (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified*? Jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com Truck Driver Needed CDUs with Hazmat Full time position. Pay negotiable Call 336-246-6569 TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 1995 Ford F-150 XLT, 4x4 truck, 5-speed, 300, 6 cylinder. 107K actual miles. Runs good. Some rust. $3495. Call 336385-6349 after 5 pm. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and Ask for Dewey before this program runs out Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2.3, and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOKI! 2 New Modular just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come By and Look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots & Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap 1195-Legals the Town Hall, Please submit sealed bid to the Lansing Town Hall. PO Box 266, Lansing, NC 28643 Please mark envelope "BID ON SNOW REMOV­ AL." The Mayor and Board of Aldermen re­ serve the right to reject any or all bids. 1195-Legals PUBLIC NOTICE DOCKET NO. SP-167, SUB 1 APPLICATION OF NORTHWEST WIND DEVELOPERS. LLC, FOR A CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 27. 2006, Northwest NOTICE TQ Wind Developers. LLC CREDITORS (Applicant), filed an ap­ plication seeking a cer­ Having qualified as Ex­ tificate of public con­ ecutrix of the estate of venience and necessity WILLIAM H. OWENS, pursuant to G.S. 62late of Ashe County, 110.1(a) for construc­ North Carolina, this is tion of an electric to notify all persons generating facility con­ having claims against sisting of 25 to 28 said estate to present windmills, each wind­ the same to the under­ mill with a generating signed on or before capacity of 2 mega­ the 28th day of watts, in the Creston FEBRUARY. 2007, or community In Ashe this notice will be County. North Carolina pleaded in bar of their bordering Rich Hill recovery. All persons Road. Willie Walker indebted to said estate Road. Roaring Fork are requested to make Road, Big Springs, immediate payment to Road and East Big the undersigned. Springs Road. This 21st day of NOVEMBER. 2006 Brenda K. Anderson. Executrix of the Estate of William H. Owens, Deceased 287 Old 60 Lakeview Wilkesboro, NC 28697 JOHNSTON AND JOHNSTON Attorneys at Law Post Office Box 398 Jefferson, NC 28640 DCC NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE TO Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Neod a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifiedsl Omni Visions, Inc. is accepting applications for AFL (Assisted Family Living) provider. If you enjoy helping others and are willing to open your home to an adult with Mental Retardation or Developmental Disabilities, then this is a great opportunity for an individual or couple. For more information call Beverly at (336) 838-2412. 300Miscellaneous WANTED: Responsible party to take on small monthly payments on High Definition Big Screen TV. 1-800-398-3970 RESULTS! 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Newly remodeled 3BR, 2BA Mobile home. 3 miles North of Jefferson, Hwy 16. Security required. Call 336-982-5451 or 336977-3614. BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. 310-Musical •PIANOS • PIANOS' We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy. sell. tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partialtyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 Classifieds make "Cents' "Cents make Dollars" W Attention: Cabinet Makers & Hobbuists CATAWISSA LI MBER & SPECIALTY CO., INC WILL BE HOLDING A SALE TO THE PUBLIC Where: 310 Locust Street, West Jefferson, NC When: December 22nd, 2006 1-4pm Species: Cherry, Hard/Soft Maple, White Oak, Red Oak, Poplar f: I work. Therefore, eye strain. The North Carolina Utilities Commission has concluded that the application should be scheduled for hearing. The Commission will receive nonexpert public witness testimo­ ny on Thursday, Janu­ ary 25, 2007, at 7:00 p.m., in the Small Courtroom of the Ashe County Courthouse, 150 Government Cir­ cle, Jefferson, North Carolina, and will re­ ceive additional public witness testimony and expert witness testimo­ ny from the parties beginning on Tuesday, February 13. 2007, at 9:30 a.m. in Commis­ sion Hearing Room 2115, Dobbs Building, 430, North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. SALE SALE SALE J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL * Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center. Raleigh. North Carolina. 27699-4325. The direct testimony and exhibits of expert witnesses should be filed with the Commis­ sion on or before Wednesday, January 24. 2007. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY area, off Pine Swamp as Rd.. 15 miles from Having qualified Boone, views of Park­ Executor of the Estate way. Cascade. 360 of M. M. Little, late of View, Ridge Top. Ashe County, North If you have left $11,000 per acre. Call Carolina, this is to noti­ pictures with us fy all persons having 828-628-9410. SHOPPING FOR A PLEASE remember to claims against said Details of the applica­ 4X4? come in and pick Do you have a lot estate to present the tion may be obtained Keep Checking the them up. same to the under­ from the Office of the or acreage for sale? Classified Ads. THANKYOU ONE STUDENT signed on or before Chief Clerk of the North Jefferson Post Carolina Utilities Com­ PERTRUCK List it in the Jefferson the 28th day February, 385-Sport Utility Lifetime Job 2007, or this notice will mission, 430 N.Salis­ Post Classifieds PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: bury Street, 5th Floor, Vehicles For Sale Placement be pleaded in bar of All real estate advertising Dobbs Building, Nationwide their recovery. All per­ In this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act 5-Week Training 1115sons indebted to said Raleigh, North Carolina which makes It Illegal to (behind-the-wheel and estate are requested to 27603 or 4325 Mail Professionals advertise any preferences. classroom) Limitation or discrimination make immediate pay­ Service Center, Ra­ Local Graphic Design ment to the under­ leigh, North Carolina based on race, color, CDL and ready religion, sex. handicap, Company 27699-4325 or on the to work In 6 weeks signed. financial status or national 1993 Jeep Offering Commission's website, Financial assistance origin Includes children un­ Grand Cherokee * Logo Design der the age of 16 living with www.ncuc.net. available to those This 21st day of Dark green,top rack, parents or legal custodians, * Camera Ready who qualify November, 2006. pregnant women & people' leather interior,CD Advertising Persons desiring to CALL NOW securing custody of chil­ player, new speakers. * Set-up of Brochures, William Max Little. dren under 18. This news­ present testimony with (336)838-6509 alarm & remote entry. paper will not knowingly Business Cards. respect to the applica­ Executor of the Estate accept any advertising for Great Shape. No Rust. High Energy, Pamphlets & Flyers tion should appear at of M. M. Little legal estate which Is in New radiator. Rebuilt Fast Paced Office Accomodating all the public hearing. violation of the law. Our Deceased engine has seeking Operations readers are here by your design needs. Persons desiring to 912 Friendship Road Informed that all dwellings approx. 80,000 miles. Assistant to CEO, Also Contact comment with respect Jefferson, NC 28640 advertised in this newspa­ Reduced to $3850. seeking Web Page BlueMoon Graphx per are available on equal to the application may Call 336-384-4352. Manager, experience opportunity basis. To com­ Deb Holder-Calne file a written statement JOHNSTON AND plain of discrimination call in html, blogging and at 336-977-2113 with the Commission. JOHNSTON HUD toll-free at 430-Rooms, general computer 1-800-669-9777. Such a statement Attorneys at Law knowledge. Hanson The toll-telephone number Apts., Houses 1145-Steel Post Office Box 398 should reference Dock­ for the hearing Impaired Is Compensation Jefferson, NC 28640 et No. SP-167, Sub 1 For Rent Buildings 1-800-927-9275. Program. Please send and be addressed as 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath resume to STEEL BUILDING dec follows: Chief Clerk, 40-Lost & Found roxanne @ mbsf inancial apartment, appliances Others claim to be Fac­ North Carolina Utilities NORTH CAROLINA furnished, W/D. Close .com, or fax to tory Direct- we ARE Found: Male Sheltle, Commission, 4325 to town. $525 per Factory Direct! Offering ASHE COUNTY 336-217-8155. wearing collar (no tags) Mail Service Center. month, deposit re­ found in Bald Mtn Area. HUGE discounts on Raleigh, North Carolina NOTICE TO quired. Call 246-7337 If this is your dog, 235-Christmas overstocked inventory. 27699-4325. Such a CREDITORS after 3pm. please call 877-4220. Limited # available. statement will be Trees CALL NOWI 2 bedroom, 1 bath Having qualified as included in the Com­ Found: Medium size 1-800-222-6335 Premium Fraser Fir apartment, furnished, mission's official files: Executor of the estate female Chihuahua transplants 3-2's and close to town. $525 per written of Jean Ann Pugh, late however, a in Fleetwood/Parkway 1160-Tree 3-3's available for month. Deposit re­ of Ashe County, North statement may not be area. Brown/white, very fall and spring. Call quired. Call 246-7337 Service Carolina, this is to noti­ received as evidence sweet. Not wearing 336-877-2652 or after 3 pm. unless the person filing fy all persons having collar. If this is your RAY COMBS TREE 336-877-7167. claims against said it appears at the hear­ dog. please call TRIMMING & Applications are now estate to present the ing and testifies. 877-2203 or 877-8838 260-Garage/Yard being accepted for REMOVAL same to the under­ Housing for For estimates, Call Sales Missing Dog • signed on or before Statements may also Senior Citizens 336-246-5634. be directed to Rob­ Reward Offered. the 12th day of March. YARD SALES at Spruce Hills Aussie/German 2007, or this notice will ert P. Gruber, Exec­ Advertise your yard Apartments in 1195-Legals utive Director, Public Shepherd mix sale in this space. be pleaded in bar of West Jefferson, NC Staff - N.C. Utilities female BID INVITATION ON their recovery. All per­ "One bedroom, 1 time $9.50 4326 Brown & white. SNOW REMOVAL sons indebted to said Commission, unfurnished energy 2 times $15.00 Mail Service Center, Answers to "Molly." FOR THE TOWN OF estate are requested to efficient apartments Missing since Dec. 10 LANSING Copy along with make immediate pay­ Raleigh, North Carolina •Handicapped paym from East Jefferson /ment have to be ment to the under­ 27699-4326 or to The accessible n our office by Honorable Roy Coop­ near Family Central & The Town of Lansing signed. "Rent based on these deadlines: er, Attorney General of Bare Electric. Please will receive sealed bids applicants income North Carolina, 9001 call 977-9053 (days) or on snow removal. Bids This the 1st day of is. paper Section 8 assistance Mail Service Center, 982-5145 (nights). then -Frl. 9 am will be received until December, 2006. available Frl. paper - No later Raleigh, North Carolina 5pm on December 29, then -Wed. 9 am Lost Pembroke Welsh 27699-9901. 2006. Bids will be Louis G. 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SeeClearty* Instructor Alleghany Campus For More Information www.checkyearly.com Call (336)838-6204 Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's , With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus CRNA Dietitian Home Care Director Emergency Director Wc offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY NEWS ASU offers courses for Senior Scholars resiBOONE—Retired dents of the High Country looking for something inter­ esting to do this winter should consider the Institute for Se­ nior Scholars at Appalachian State University. ISS is a year-round, noncredit, lifelong learning pro­ gram sponsored by Appala­ chian's Office of Conferences and Institutes. Classes sched­ uled for this winter include a two-part series on journaling, a lecture series on ancient civilizations, film studies on classics of film noir, and a facilitated discussion of Jane Austen's "Emma." Sev­ eral winter walks are also planned. ISS classes usually meet for one or a few lectures or discussion sessions on each topic, allowing participants to enjoy diverse learning experi­ ences without making lengthy time commitments. The curriculum includes programs from eight subject areas: art, music and drama; religion, spirituality and phi­ losophy; history and social science; math, science and technology; language and lit­ erature; health and well-be­ ing; social and political issues; and contemporary living. Instructors include cur-, rent and retired faculty from Appalachian, as well as com­ munity experts and ISS mem­ bers. Additional classes being planned for the spring and summer semesters include a writing class, the ongoing film studies class and a series on religious studies. Other programs include hikes, out­ door nature programs, a gen­ eral book discussion group, theatre trips, and field trips to local and regional sites of interest. "We are very excited about the learning opportunities that ISS is able to provide throughout the year," said Ann Kelly, ISS director. "Ap­ palachian faculty members and other instructors thor­ oughly ei\joy their time with ISS members, who share a love of lifelong learning in ad­ dition to a wealth of life ex­ periences that they bring to every topic we explore." ISS member Joan Hearn encourages interested people to join, saying, "We believe this is a superb program for lifelong learning, and we can draw on so many exceptional resources from the university and the community to present informative and meaningful programs." ISS is designed for people who are retired or semiretired. Members receive se­ lected student benefits at Appalachian, in addition to a wealth of learning oppor­ tunities throughout the year. The cost to join ISS for the. remainder of the 2007 mem­ bership year, through Aug. 14, 2007, is $115 per person. This includes most classes and events. Most classes are held at the Broyhill Inn and Confer­ ence Center. For class listings, membership information, and other questions about ISS, call Kelly at (828) 262-6690 or visit www.iss.appstate.edu. Washington, DC—A biparti­ san group of all 14 women Sena­ tors last week released the text of a letter to President Bush urging him to increase fund­ ing for the 21st Century Com­ munity Learning Centers (21st CCLC) afterschool initiative in his Fiscal Year 2008 budget proposal, due to be presented to Congress next February. The 21st CCLC initiative is the chief federal funding stream support­ ing afterschool programs. It has been flat-funded for six years, and subjected to several acrossthe-board cuts. To date, none of the increases authorized by the No Child Left Behind Act have been realized. ISS Winter 2007 Programs Presenter Name Date Title 1/4/07 1/11/07 1/16/07 1/17/07 Winter Walk - Boone Greenway Lowell Caldwell Film Studies - Classics of Film Noir Dr. Robert Higbie 1/18/07 Presenter Bio Winter Walk - Boone Greenway Lowell Caldwell Winter Walk - Boone Greenway Lowell Caldwell First Civilizations Around the World Dr. Josette Maxwell Bluebirds Breeding on the Blue Charlie Beier Ridge Parkway First Civilizations Around the World Dr. Josette Maxwell 1/10/07 ISS Member ISS Member ISS Member, Instructor of Wojrld Civilizations at ASU for 10 years; archaeology buff ISS Member ASU Professor of English, retired ISS Member 1/29/07 1/30/07 1/31/07 Winter Walk - Bass Lake Book Talk Journaling Your Journey Emma Lowell Caldwell Nancy Kleszy Sue Spirit Dr. Robert Higbie ISS Member, Instructor of World Civilizations at ASU for 10 years; archaeology buff ISS Member ISS Member ISS Member ASU Professor of English, retired 2/5/07 Film Studies - Classics of Film Noir Dr. Robert Higbie .ASU Professor of English, retired 2/6/07 2/8/07 Winter Walk - Bass Lake Lowell Caldwell First Civilizations Around the World Dr. Josette Maxwell 2/14/07 2/15/07 2/22/07 Emma Visit Italy, Greece, and Turkey Winter Walk - Bass Lake Book Talk Journaling Your Journey Winter Walk - Trout Lake First Civilizations Around the World 2/27/07 Film Studies - Classics of Film Noir Dr. Robert Higbie ISS Member ISS Member, Instructor of World Civilizations at ASU for 10 years; archaeology buff ASU Professor English, retired ISS Member ISS Member ISS Member ISS Member ISS Member ISS Member, Instructor of World Civilizations at ASU for 10 years; archaeology buff ASU Professor of English, retired 2/28/07 Emma ASU Professor of English, retired 1/25/07 1/26/07 2/16/07 2/19/07 2/20/07 2/21/07 Dr. Robert Higbie George Bard Lowell Caldwell Nancy Kleszy Sue Spirit Lowell Caldwell Dr. Josette Maxwell Dr. Robert Higbie Dole calls for more afterschool EXCAVATING HOME REPAIRS JWoimiain F i e l d ) Appleseed Quality Home Repairs £*cavatmg No JOB Too SMALL! ! • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers GRAPHIC DESIGN • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. 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NC Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978/ 4614 Cheek Mountain Road Laurel Springs, N.C. 28644 CI TREK SERVICE Mabe's Tree Service LLC ^ Beautification Trimming - Pruning Hazardous Tree Removal Storm Damage Specialist C • • • • Fencing M Landscaping Retaining Walls Lawn Maintenance FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATE Michael Allen Mabe - Owner-Specialist 336-359-2312 • Cell: 336-657-7720 1 �PAGE 12A TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Tom Fowler catches High Country from the sky f • >1' s f r V*' Photo by Tom Fowler/www.tomfowler.net West Jefferson, showing the development along Mount Jefferson Road. % \I ' JtL I J. Photo by Tom Fowler/www.tomfowler.net The Bluff, home to a 5,000-foot-high mountain bog and rare orchids. m * m \ Photo by Tom Fowler/www.tomfowler.net Post file photo The Town of Boone, with Grandfather Mountain in the distance. Warrensville, with the New River and Ashe County Middle School in the foreground. There is no local tographer quite like Fowler. From the seat airplane, he captures pho­ Tom of an both beauty and change in our county on a regular basis. These are just a small sample of the online "li­ brary" of images he main­ tains at www.tomfowler.net. Stop by today and see what is new! Carolina West Wireless toy drive underway Wilkesboro, NC December 2006- Thanks to the generos­ ity of those within the com­ munity, the holidays will be a little brighter for deserving children in our community this year. The Carolina West Wireless annual toy drive is off to a great start."We appre­ ciate everyone who has come out and made toy donations. We can still use more toys to meet the needs of the organi­ zations to which we make do­ nations," stated Lisa Jenrette, VP of Sales and Marketing for Carolina West Wireless. Community members are en­ couraged to pick up an extra toy while out holiday shop­ ping and bring the new, un­ wrapped toy to any Carolina West Wireless retail location where their efforts will be re­ warded with incredible sav­ ings on wireless phones and accessories. "Last year Carolina West Wireless was able to donate over $2000 and 350 toys to local organizations and we hope to be able to offer even more this year," said Slayton Stewart, CEO Carolina West Wireless. "We've discounted the popular Motorola Razor to $9.99 to encourage con­ sumers to bring in toys and sign up for service. Come to any Carolina West Wireless retail location for details." For more information on Carolina West Wireless or how you can help a child in our community by donating a toy, call 800-235-5007 or visit online at www.carolinawest. com. Do you need to send money home safely? GREENSBORO DISTRICT, NC - The holidays are a time for families to share and cel­ ebrate together, regardless of the miles that may separate them. But for those families where the distance is simply too great, this also is the time of year when families send money back home to countries outside the United States. The U.S. Postal Service of­ fers Dinero Seguro (USPS.com/ money/suremoney), providing customers with an affordable, convenient and safe method of transferring money interna­ tionally. Customers can send up to $2,000 per transaction per day, available at 2,800 partici­ pating Post Offices across the U.S. Identification is required for transfers exceeding $1,000. The system uses secure, elec­ tronic wire transfers between the Postal Service and thou­ sands of participating bank branch offices in destinating countries. The recipient's funds are available within 15 min­ utes, guaranteed, and without hidden or additional fees. Personal identification also is required for the recipients of funds in the participating coun­ tries. Recipients do not need bank accounts and pay no ad­ ditional fees in their countries. "Postal money orders have long been a preferred way for people to send money to friends and relatives internationally. Dinero Seguro provides an elec­ tronic alternative that reduces the time it takes to receive the funds from days to minutes," said Henry Dix, District Man­ ager/Lead Executive, Greens­ boro District. Dinero Seguro is provided in partnership with Bancomer Transfer Services Inc. of Hous­ ton. Participating locations are: Argentina - BBVA Banco Frances Columbia - Banco Davivienda, BBVA Colombia, Banco Granahorrar Dominican Republic- Banco del Progresso, Banco BHD Ecuador - Banco de Guaya­ quil, Banco del Austro, Banco Internacional, Produbanco El Salvador - Banco Salvadoreno, Banco Uno, Agricola, Credomatic Guatemala - Banco Indus­ trial, Banco Uno, Banco de Desarrollo Rural, Credomatic Honduras - Banco Uno, Banco Mercantil, Banco Ficohsa, Credomatic Mexico - BBVA Bancomer Nicaragua - Banco Uno, Banpro, Credomatic Peru - Interbank, BBVA Banco Continental For more information on Dinero Seguro and to find a participating Post Office, cus­ tomers are asked to call toll free at (888)-368-4669. Photo by Tom Fowler/www.tomfowler.net West Jefferson, with White Top and Phoenix Mountain in the distance. a New Best Friend!! BMwgEf M'l'NwMiR F Re iroi^&Featft4V/renTe^ ��PAGE 2B TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 JEFFERSON POST LETTERS TO SANTA Westwood Elementary School Cheryl Gamble ~ First Grade Dear Santa, How is Rudolf? What aer the elves doing? I hope Miss clos is doing good. I whad like a trip to go see Wicked. And a laptop too and maybe even a trapolin for my Mimi and Pop's hawss. And a gotare. Thank you. Love Caroline Current want a toy snow angel. Love, Rose Jordan Daer Santa, How dus Rudolf have a red nose? I love you. How dus you deer fly. I whont a stuff pup. Love, Zachary Have a jolly Christmas Dear Santa, How is Mrs. Clacus? What are yor reinbeer doing? I hope that You hav a happy Chritmas too. I what a laptop and a Big Big Big stocking full of candy!!!!!!!! Love, Matthew Jones Dear Santa, Har is Roold. How is Mrs. Claus? Luv, Dylan Michael Roark Dear Santa, How are you dooing? What is Rudolph dooing? I whant a laptop computer. Tate Dalton H. Dear Santa, How are your elves doing? Any was would you bring me two snow glowbes and a ji cher for my baby doll. Love, Mary Spencer Mountain View Elementary Dera Santa, Please can I have a brown eyed baby doll. How are the elves doing? I hope you will have a grate Christmas. Love, Erin Hardin Jamie Little Second Grade Dear Santa, I will like Christmas. Santa, I will like snow globe. Thank you Santa for my presit. San­ ta I an redy for Christmas. For Santa, Love, Briana Moretz Dear Santa, How are you elves doing? I would like a steinik top. How are you reindeer doing. Love, Luke Heninger Dear Santa, How are you doing Santa? What are you doing Mrs. Claus? I hope that Rooloff is better. Can I have a x box. And a stuffed Anamal. Love, Joe McCarty Dear Santa, How are you? Are you sick? Is your wife? I wot a x box gam. Ethan Lane Cox Dear Santa, How are you? What are you doing? I hope you get here safe. I wold like a laptop computer and a snow globe. That's all. Your friend, Ellison Ostrom Dear Santa, How is Mrs. Claus. Mrs. Claus is cooking cookies. Rudolff, hiw the red the rodof, is he alriti? I will like a bevoy a baby doll for my sister. I lick a clacnfes. My bes fen is Jacob. I like a snow sled. Todd Hamby Dear Santa. Hi My name is Jonathan Shaw. I am 7 1/2 years old. I have been good and bad this year. I want a flash light. I am writing to you to tell you what I want for Christmas. I asked for a toy parrot andd X box and a flash light and a yo.yo. and a eye patch and pirate stuff. Will you please git me a X box and a water gun and a toy parrot. I hope you have a safe trip this Chrismas Eve I love you Santa Clous! by Jonathan Shaw. Dear Santa, Hi! My name is Ben. I am years old. I have been very good. I am writing to you to tell you what I want for Christ­ mas. I relly want a camera. I also want a Dog. I also want Heely's. I hope you have safe Christmas. I will see you lat­ er. Love Ben Osborne Dear Santa, Hi my name is ....Cody I am 7 years old. I have been really good this year. I was writing this leder to tell you what I want for Christmas. I want a foot ball sute and a foot ball to throw I hope you have a safe trip this Christmas Eve. Love cody Dancy I Love you too! yours Truly Cody Dancy Dear Santa, Hi! My name is Alexis How­ ell. I am 7 1/2 years old. I have been a very good girl this year. I am writing to you what I want for Christmas. I really want a digital camra this year. I also I want a solft robe. I would love to have some PJ*s. I would like to hove some bed room shoes. Please I really want some Carolina shoes. I really really want a solft solft doo too. I hope you have a safe trip this Chrismas. I want to see you for Chrismas. I <3 you, Alexis Howell Dea Santa, Hi! My name is Austn Reeves. I am 8 years old. I have been a good boy this year. I am writ­ ing to you to tell you what I want for Chrismas. I really want a Monster truck. I really want some shoes. I also want an Mp3 player. I hope you have a safe trip this Christ­ mas Eve. I love you Santa Claus! Love Austin Reeves Dear Santa, HI! My name is Landon Boggs. I am 8 years old. I have been a good boy this year. I am writ­ ing to tell you what I want for Christmas. I really want a spy camera to keep everybody out of my room! I want a X-Box 360. I want 5 pairs of Helies. A little bit of clothes And extra. What ever you want to give me. p.s. I'll leave you some cookies. I hope tha you have a safe trip this Christmas Eve. Please will you send my 5 pair of helies Sincerely, Landon Boggs Dear santa, Hi! my nam is Ja­ cob Smith. I am 7 years old. I have been a very good boy this year. I am writing to you to tell you what I want far Christmas. I relly want a bat man crim srwod. I also want deonucols. I also want a movy wal thats all today, by by. And a happy new year. And I hopy you have a safe trip this Cristmas Eve. You are cool santa. You are a frand. Love Jacob Smith. Hi! My name is Megan Skyla Howell. I am 7 1/2 years old. I have been a good girl and a little nauty girl. I am writing to you to tell what I want for Christmas. I would like a camra please! But I also want a guitar. A game boy. And baby alive. And clothes. I hope you have a safe trip, this Christmas Eve. I Love you Santa Claus! Love, Megan Skyla Howell Dear Santa, Hi! My name is Pierce Cox. I am 7 years old. I been a good boy this year I am witing to you to tell you what I want for Chirstmas. I really want a dog and smome shose. I want a Ter Hill foot ball soot. I want toget Hillys I hope that you have a safe trip this christemes Eve. I love you Santa Chaus. Love, Pierce Cox Dear Santa Hi! My name is Josiah smith. I am 7 1/2 years old. I have been a very good boy only when I fite with my brother. I am writing to you to tell you what I want for Chrismas. I really want a Spiderman wall walker. I also want a G.I. *Joe negu costem. I would love a Batman Crim sguad. I hope I will see you this year. Love, you, best, cuddly twin Josiah. Dear Santa, Hi! My name is Connor Jones. I am 7 1/2 years old. I have been a very good boy this year. I am writing to you to tell you what I want...for Christmas. I want an X-box 360. I want a little air soft gun thats not hard to load. And I want a nintendo DS light. I hope you have a safe trip this Christ­ mas Eve Merry Christmas! sincerely, Connor Jones I would also like a real cell phone to play games on it. I want some fireworks, and two poters with a kitty cat in a shoe and a litle chiuahua on it. Las, I want the big­ gest, roundest trampoline. I hope you have a safe trip on Christmas Eve. How do your elves make all those toys? Love, Chelsea Roop Robin Dear Santa, My name is Evan Phipps. I am 7 1/2 years old. I am writ­ ing to tell you what I want for Christmas. I have been good this year. I want a dump truck with a remote control. I would like a laptop so I can play pinball on it. I also want a big poster with the General Lee car that jumps in the air on it. The last thing I'd like is a trampo­ line with a net on it so I won't fall off. I hope you have a safe trip on Christmas Eve. Merry Christ­ mas! Yours Truly, Evan Phipps. Dear Santa, Hi! My name is Shanna Huff­ man. I am 7 years old. I have been a very good girl this year. I am writing to you you to tell you what I want for Christ­ mas. I really want a digital camera this year. I also want some toys. I realllly want a bratz kid. I also really want a barbie ginavev. I hope that you have a safe trip this year. I want to see you because I want to thank you for the toys. Love, Shanna Huffman Dear Santa, My name is Chelsea Roop. I am 7 years old. I am writing to tell you what AI want for Christmas. I have been kind of good this year. I would like a real laptop. About this section... Every year, we at the Jefferson Post look forward to sharing the letters to Santa written by firstand second-graders across the county. We enjoy reading them ourselves. What is printed here is our best attempt to make out spellings and words, and reproduce the letters as we received them. This section is about sharing in the joy and excitement about Christmas we all had when we were these children's age—and we somehow lost as we grew up. So settle in, be ready to laugh and perhaps even wipe away a tear. And a Merry Christmas to all1 —Jim Thompson, Editor Dear Santa, Hi! My name is Robin Farmer. I am 7 years old. I have been very good at School. I am writ­ ing to tell you what I want for chrismes. I what a video cameer and a toy gun and roler shoes and a guitar. Love, / Dear Santa Claus, MCthefoCks at jAsfie County Motors wouCadke to wish everyone a very Merry Cfustmas ancCMappy Mew year Dear Santa, How is Rudolff? Christmas? I wish I can get a bicycle. San­ ta can watch us? Have a good Christmas. Shantell Love May the Holidays find you surrounded by a loving circle of family and friends. Dear Santa, How are you doing? I hope Mrs. Claus is doing well oh and how are the rain deer doing. I hope you get all the packigis delivered. Have a good Christmas. By Zeb Duvall P.S. I whant a dirt bike and a cupl of books and for my sis­ ter a lot of dolls. Thank you for being a part of our circle this year. ASHE COUNTY BUILDERS SUPPLY Dear Santa, Haow or you? For Christmas I Sales: Darris McCarty Cedric McCarty Mike Little Anthony Calloway Ruth Stidhams Jim Hanley Service: Chuck Scott Chris Taylor Gary Covais Lynn Winters Rick Cox William Cox James Dwyer Randy Forrester Finance: Johnny Cummins Steve Chaney Bob Bickford Christy Winebarger Courtney Miller 127 Beaver Creek School Rd • West Jefferson r 336-246-3367 Detail: Hurley Thrner Dustin Wyatt Justin Lieberman As we recall the Christmas miracle, we'd like to join you and your family in giving thanks to our Lord for His many splendid creations, large and small. 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Love, Shyanne Bennett Dear Santa, How are your reindeers? I had been good this year. I would like a remote control mustang. Can I have a xbox 360? Weh you go to the table you'll see cookies with cream on the top and some milk. Love, Rolando Olvera Dear Santa, How are you'r reindeer? I have been good this year. Do you want to know what I want? I want a Sam the dog and a under water camera and a reading book. I will leave you a glass of milk and sweet cookies. I love u! Love, Kattie Brooke Krips Dear Santa, How are you doing? How was your summer? I been a good boy. I want a big mostr truk. Love, Cole Trivette Dear Santa, I hope you have fun. I would like a been 10 wosh. That has aliens. I have triing to be good. your friend Devon Under­ wood PS What are you doing? PPS I will give you cookies and choklit mike. PPPS I hope you are fin. Luve Devon Underwood Dear Santa, How are you? If you wont to know how I am, I am fin. I have tried to be good. I wont a playstashin 2 and a big screen tv in my room, and hilles. Love Tyler Eller Dear Santa, How was your fall? I have been a good boy. My mom will coock you some swet chocklit cip cookies. Can I have one of your reindeer? From Seth Welch Love Casie Roush Dear Santa, How was last winters flight? I have been really good this year. I met my ar goal. This year, I would like a psp, a mis mach ball, adu's jersey and a new capgun and caps. Sincerely, Judd Avery Price Dear Santa, How are you? This year for Christmas I would like a dirt bike and pads and a halmat, I hap my dad with chors. Thank you, Gage Shook Dear Santa, I have been good this year. Please bring me a game boy sp for christmis. I have beed a good girl. I will sind santa a bag of cookies. Your friend, Skylyr Roland Dear Santa, Thank you for my presents last year. This year I would like to have a dog for Christmis. Bicus it will be good. I will put Santa cake and milk. Love Your friend Samantha Stikes Dear Santa, How is mrs. Claus? I like you Santa. Can you bring me computer? Can you bring me hilles? Can I have a electric skooter? How are you doing at the north pool? I crid my best. I will leve the cholit cukis on the table. Love, Carrie Greene Blue Ridge Elementary Amanda Estes First grade Letters to Santa all began like this: "I can't wait until Christmas. Cookies and milk will be wait­ ing for you. Here is my wish list." Dear Santa, I wish for babey diapr. I wish for a nuffanomol. I wish for a new bike with no will. I wish for a nen-v. I wish for god nows. I wish for a calidc. I wish for hi hil. Thank you, Lacie Church Dear Santa, Hies. Evena Baddy uliv. Even a rell horse that is pregnet, evan a x box. Even a bio hihe heols shos. Thank you, Morgan Shatley Dear Santa, I wish for a lettel car, and a Kyut rabbit and a cat. I like it and I wht a mrdrsicle. Thank you, Audrey Harris Dear Santa, I wish for a nentando DS. I wish for a sts nos gam. Thank you, John Duncan Dear Santa, I want a rmoot kinthrol modrikt. I wish for a X Box 300, a chow chew thran a dranset. Thank you, Wesley Richard­ son Dear Santa, Mond and ix and a gitr and a BOB the bidr shp and a drum and a vilin. Thank you, Zac Roland Dear Santa, I wis for a risdockit. I wish a robot. I wish a po bkk. I wish for a vinr gom. I wish for a motodsitr. Thank you, James Cooper I wish for make up. I wish for a baby. I wish for a braslit. I wish for hilles. I wish for a Brat. I wish for a peyr of erres. Thank you, Jayce Miller Dear Santa, I would wish for Baby Alive a Sping doll, a Brats Damans, moon sand, Catla Chip a good little wake me up pet. Thank you, Chelsea Thomp­ son Dear Santa, I have been good this year and wish for A robot. I want mone. Zeke Cline Dear Santa, I have been good this year and wish for a a modrsikl, and a bat mobil and I sish for bickl. Alex Wilson Dear Santa, I have been good this year and wish for a rocet and I wat a Play Stasn one. Marcus Ledezma Dear Santa, I want a cash register. I want 200 dolers. Thank you, Zack Arnold Dear Santa, I have been good this year and wish for Helis and a Babe alive and a Brats radiea and a culdlchip. Thank you, Ashley Barr Dear Santa, Baby a life and lupe a stuff etmlder and a tetey ber. Thank you, Mackenzie Wood Blue Ridge Elementary Dear Santa, I wish for a mrosikl and a resslineraing and a maokin chral cor and a ship and pirit. Thank you, Drake Lewis Carolyn Mock First and second grades Dear Santa, I with or a pink vidao gamm. I with fro dog. I with fro a hafn. I with fro a hrshe. I with fro a boll. Thank you, Amy Patrick Dear Santa, I want for Sancoz rodoff the red nos raddire stuf anmly for crimes. Thank you, Autumn Sullivan Dear Santa, A gas powr mudrs el a dirt bike hndl doso. Tinu DS. Thank you, Daniel Osborne Deara Santa, I would like to have some cowboy boots. Please may you bring me a DVD player. James Rash Dear Santa, I want the Cars movie and a football. I will leave you cook­ ies. Love, Daniel Higgins Dear Santa, I want a real dirt bike, and a football. I will leave you cook­ ies. Love, Dylan Dittrich Dear Santa, Please bring me a bow and arrow and new shoes. Love, Tracy Osborne Dear Santa, Pies bring me a Skat board, heelie shoes and a gas pow­ ered remote control. Christopher Scott Bledsoe Dear Santa, I would like to have an xbox. Also a game cube. I would like to have a four wheeler. Christian Wade Dear Santa, please bring me a new pair of shoes. Dukes of Hazzard book. liove Dwight Pennington Dear Santa, I want a rodot dog. I want a real cat. I would like a Bar­ bie Jeep. I will leave you some cookies and milk. I love you Santa. Love, Abby Murray Dear Santa, I want a real Christmas tree. I would like to get a robot dog. I want a girl puppy. I will make you some cookies. Santa, I love you! Love, Ashlynn Pitt Dear Santa, I wan a trampoline. Have a good trip. I will have cookies and milk. Love, Eli Hartsoe Dear Santa, I want a real trampoline. I would like a real wiener dog. I will leave you cookies on the table. Have a safe trip. Love, Abby Eller Dear Santa, I want a real cat and dog. I would like a tiger. I want a new rabbit. I love you Santa! Love, Jamie Nichols Dear Santa, I want a real dirt bike and toy cars, and a cat. Love, Grant Shatley Blue Ridge Elementary Travis Richardson Second grade Dear Santa, I hope tha you are doing well. I hope you have a safe flight. I was wondering if you couldplease bring me a c.d. player. Maybe a couple of chrismas carols on c.d.s. Please Please Please bring me the book of the Chrsmas Carol. And for the very last thing I would please like a very new d.v.d. of cars, thank you. From, Rae Zeller Dear Santas Marey Cresms did you hav a nice wehan you have a nice shows and der to. I wish for crems I wot a hossee dog and a gam boy and the gam are horccg and pleas and moronog and thank Sany. Thank denr. Montana Dear Santa, I hope you have a good Crismisev. Was yor year good? Will you please bring me a selfon. Please bring me braby and the 12 denching prnses the dvd. please bring me a pony. I have bin a good garl. Thank you, Leanna Bill Mill­ er Dear Santa, Merey Crismiss I hope you have a good crimiss. Will you please get me a sellfone. I also what some clos lick shots and pens. I what mackupe to. I oley want 3 thang becas I get a lot of other stuff. Thank you, Rachel Cruey Dear Santa, You are really good to me. You should erne choclate milk and cookies so you will get it on crismas. Santa, would you please get me a husky sweat shirt and a x-box 360. But you are a good person. Would you please get me a wii nentendow game cube. Avery Sheets, thanks Santa I bileve you. Dear Santa, I hope you are doing good, and you are real, will you pleas bring me Godzilla saves the erth 2. it is fun. thank you. Trey Noblett 1 Dear Santa, Dear Santa, How was your summer? I have tried to be good. This year, I would like a hug from you and to have a room of my own and for Mrs. clause to come with you so I can have a hug from her to. You will find cookies and milk for you an a lot of carots for your raindeer. I love you Santa! Love, Tristen D. Jones Dear Santa, How was yor summer? I bet it was great. This year I want a guitar and a toy that loks jush like you and a fary toy set because sometimes I like to be a fary. Well I hope you dilver all the presins in time, love, Kylie Scarborough Dear Santa, I would like anything. I prob­ ably will be giving you chease. I've tried to be good. 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I hope I git preses please make me 2 toys, please give me a four weelr and a pake of crayolas. Thank you. Tyler Reese Dear Santa, I hope you are very happy. I hope you will come to my house. I was wondering if you can give me a pera of hillesa. Thank you. William Kyle Moore Dear Santa, I hope you are doing well. Can you please bring me a selfon and a parkbook Kand makup. I have been a good this year. I hope you have a safe flight, thank you. Brittany Stuart Dear Santa, I hope you are doing well. I was wondering if you can please bring the see de plats. I was wondering if you can please bring me a baby dose that eats. I was wondering if you can please bring me a hors that eats cetss and that i can ride. I has ben good, thank you, Kelly Bledsoe Dear Santa, I have be a good boy. I hope you have had a Goodyear. I wonderd if you wold bring me a $4000000000. thank you, Ethan Shepherd Dear Santa, Please bring me a 12 danc­ ing princess. Please bring me a barbie house if you have a big one. Please bring me a 20athins MY aunt has one. Please bring me a poster that's has barbie on it. Please bring me a blanket that's pretty. I hope you are doing good, thank you, Haley E. Miller Dear Santa, I hope you're doing great. I hope you have had a swell month. I've been very very very good. I've been wonder­ ing if you would please bring me a 243 rifle. I believe in you Santa. Thank you. Dalton James Trivette Dear Santa, I have had a very good year. I hope you have had a very good year. I was wondering if I could please have a go cart. If not that is o.k. thank you! Alston Elliott Dear Santa, I hope you have a wonderful day today. I hope you stay warm in the north pole. I hope I could please have some close for critmas. Hope you have a safe night. Thank you, Chloe Sullivan Dear Santa, I wish you a mary crismis. I hope you will have a gate cris­ mis. wont you please bring me a Ji Jo womin. I hope you will have a gud time, thank you from Catie Howell Dear Santa, I hope that you are having fun. Wold you please get me a meory card for creasemuse and a soper moryo vidiugame. Thank you, Emily Blevins Blue Ridge Elementary Allison Weaver Second grade Dear Santa, Hello how are you doing? Can you get me a real live lizard at the pet store? I would lik a real live sugar glider and very big toy dinosaur. Also I would like a cage for the sug­ ar glider. You are very nice. I would like my sugar glider to be gray and a blak stripe down it's back and a gray tail. Have a safe trip. Dylan Ritter Dear Santa, I like you. You are a good son. I wonte the Abtre a plant. Thank you for presents you brought me year. from Noah Finley per­ and the last Dear Santa, Merry Christmas. I want babby Alive and Christmas songs and a doll house and a cookie Jare and plus I even want more things. And if I want something else I will putit on it. I want a baker I can cook on and a big stoodyo and I want a move. Thanks for the givs last year. Rachel Edwards Dear Santa, I like Christmas! I want a go colt. My dad has a gnn out I want one just like him. I whad like a drt bike. I wode love a footbol. Merry Christ­ mas Santa. Thank you Dylan Richardson Dear Santa, Hello! How are you? Will you get my brother a paint ball gun? I want a new bike. I want a new bookbag. I want a new game. I want a swim­ ming pool. Will you get my dad a new moterceily? Will you get my brother a new gun? Will you get my mom a four-wheeler? Thank you for everything. Love, Hannah Seatz Dear Santa, Merry Christmas. I want a dog for Christmas. I want a pony for Christmas. I want a cat for Christmas. I want a doddle girl. I want a doddle bear. I want a play set. I want a muney play set. It will be nice to give me a labtop for Christmas. It will be nice to give me a bike with out any traning wils. It will be nice to give me a play house. Have a Merry Christmas. AudreyAnna Michelle San­ chez Dear Santa, Hello! How are you? I want to no how rudolph is doing. I want a psp for Christmas, and want a fol weir. I want a bas bow. Then I want a fling skworl. I want a bell of yar slay and a hors. I want a basbol shrt. I want a futbol. I want a bsketbol. I want a dinosor. I love yor elfs. I love you mistr c. I wish you a mere Christmas. Thank you Jake Shepherd Dear Santa, How is Rudolph? I want all this. I want grand theft auto new york city. I want need for speed 1 and 2 and 4. this Chrsitmas I want a brum set I need a xbox 360 and a plastashin 3. Have a good trip. Love Chandler Barker Malafronti Dear Santa, Hello how are you? Can I have a sky danseh? I want a real black grate dane. Cood I have a DS? Thank you four all the presents. Love Mikayla Farmer Dear Santa, Merry Christmas. Will you bring masing Amnde? I want a book a bowt horses. Will you bring me a radeo? I want a picernr of horses. I want a game doy. Will you bring me a dog it nows is wet? I holp your raindeer have a good trip and I holp you have a good trip, love Journey Ward Dear Santa, Hello! How are you? Would you please brag my mom a neclis for Christmas? Will you brag me a toy? I want my teeth back. They were a car in toyareus. Will you please buy me a book? I would like a now bike. Would you buy my dad som tools? Please buy my mamaw a shirt. Thank you. Love Kiana Osborne Dear Santa, Merry Christmas Santa! I want same mory little pets toy. I would like a little gril wheth a dog and a bike. I want a real live pupey. I whont the pupey to be brown. I hope you're ride will be safe. Thank you for all my presents. Love Kendra Isaacs Dear Santa, Merry Christmas. I want a barbie. I want a barbie dream house. I want a braz truck. I want some mor mackeup oso. I want a tent whith ferys and ponys. I want awrfine glas and a pda. I want a Shogerplum fery soot and a big bar­ bie to. I want a dog. I want a Ds. Hiaev a good trep. Thank you. Love Caitlin Hoosier Dear Santa, Hellwo! How are your rain deer? I want a real bort bike. And also a reel pupy. Please get me a real for wheeler. Please get me a raal mottersikl. I love you. Love Lance Mahala Dear Santa, Hello How are you? 1 want a trapleng. I relly want a stuft cheetah. I want it small so I can sleep whith it. And I want a sellfone. I want a ritt car with a real radeoe. Can I have a pet fish? Merry Christmas! Love Brooke Jones Dear Santa, Hello! How are you? I want a so get glider. I want a big rowbot. Can I have a game? I wood like some paper. Can you give me a ladtop? Can you give me a Xbox 3000? I need a big flashlight. I need a pet. Can I have a saleafon? Have a great Christmas. Thank you. Love, Jeremy Roten Dear Santa, How are you? This Christmas I would like a new pool, a real new-born bulldog, a real horse, a toy pup, and a toy fox pup. Have a safe trip! Love, Madeline Wilson Dear Santa, Rudolph is my favrite raindeer. I want pink cow girl boots. I want a play house. I like Christmas. Merry Christmas. I want 2 thangs. by I hope you have a Merry Christmas. Thank you, Love Isabella Green Blue Ridge Elementary Sheila Johnson Second grade Dear Santa Claus, For Christmas I would like clothes, coats, jackets, ani­ mals, toys. Lots of things I don't care what I get. I would love to have anything you can bring to me. I love chrismas day I will always love it. I love you santa you are cool and fun you always be forever always be my friend. And chrismas is my favorite holiday. I love you santa. Love, Elisha Dear Santa Claus, I want a psp for Chrismas and a scooter please. I want to see your Reindeer. I want a new vieod game. How is Mrs. Claus. Thank you for last year. I want a fishing pole please. I want a fishing lower. Iw ant a to have a bean bag chair for my house. I am going to Gorgie at Christmas. Love, Calder Clay Dear Santa Claus, Hay Santa Claus How is the Noth pole? I will levf you same cookies and milk. I want a bean bag for Christ­ mas. I want a horse book for Christmas. Thank-you for ever thing last year. Love, Lydia Graham you got reindeers. I been very good every day. Santa Claus I like chistmas. I hope you have a great day whith your rein­ deer becase I like reindeers no mater what there wear I still like them. Love, Courtney Mahala Dear Santa, I love you. Santa are you com­ ing to my house? Can you get me a power rangers castle. I hope you like your milks and cookis. Love, James Roland Dear Santa, I want a psp a dirt bike and a 4 wheeler! I want an Ipod a DvD players and an xbox 360! I want a snowboard a play station 2 and a 308! I want a scooter some clothes and tires for my bike for Christmas! How are you and Mrs. Claus? I have been very good this year mary Christmas! Love, Seth Young Dear Santa Claus, How are you and Miss Claus and the Reindeer? I love you. Can you please bring me a pair of ice skates. Love, Savannah Gentry Dear Santa Claus, I want a bigger dirtbike and a cat. How is Mises Claus do­ ing? I hope when you come I will have some milk and cook­ ies. When you get to my house wake me up so you can tell me about your little elfs. Love, Brady Buchanan Dear Santa Claus, Tank you for last year but this time when you bring me presents I will be somewhere els because I moved from Col­ orado to Virginia and I will be there for Christmas too so be­ ing me presents. For Christ­ mas I want jewelry, clothes, shoes and lipgloss. I hope you lik the cookies I will have for you! Love, Brooklyn Johnson Dear Santa Claus, Thank you for what you brought me last year. I really liked what you brought me. I want a stufft animal. I want a baby doll and a bottle, and clothes. See you soon! Love, Cassandra Cox Dear Santa, For Christmas I would like a stereo and an ipod. I would like a dance video game. Thank you for everything I got last year. I'v been very good this year. How is Mrs. Claus? Love, Britney Makayla Blevins Dear Santa Claus, I want some moon sand. I might leave you some cookies and milk if I get some befor Christmas. I want a soom box too. I want Barbie and Tawny. How is Mrs. Claus and the elfs and the reindeers? Thank you for the stuff from last year. Tell me if you like the peple that dresses up as you? Well I better get back to righting what I want! I've been good. I want a baby alive. I want amazing Amanda. Love, Destiney Cummings Dear Santa Claus, For Christmas I would like a PSS and a scooter a bean bag chair and a speaker chair and I would like a toy reindeer and one dune buggy. And a dirt bike. Oh and hows Mrs. Claus. Thank-you for last year. Love, Dalton Johnson Dear Santa Claus, Can I have some clothes for Christmas? Maybe a scooter to. I may make some cookies and milk. I know that's your favorite midnight snack. San­ ta I love Christmas, you Dear Santa Claus, I word like a dune buggy for Christmas. And I have been very good this fall. Wood you give me a new 4 wheeler. How is you Reindeer. I love you Santa Claus. Love, Devin Craven Dear Santa Claus, I wish for more class dolls for my collection. I also wish for everybody to get there wish. Thank you fro last year. How is Mrs. Claus and the Rein­ deer? I hope the I've been good. Also how is the elfs? I hope they are doing just fine. I will give you some cookies and milk. Love, Courtney Sawyer Health & i>^§ Happipess To ALL May you he blunted will? ipucb good fortune, HjIh holiday HcaHop. W Dear Santa Claus, I have been good. I what a bog Kechr. I what a crocadil cet. Haw are yur Reindeer? I will sav you som cocs and milk. Love, Marcus Bair Dear Santa Claus, Can you give me a present. I want soming for Christmas it will be an toy puppy from you and a little doll. I will give you some cookies and milk. I no THAWS FOR THE TRUST YOU'VE SHOW?) IN US. Miller Insurance Agency 107 Jefferson Ave. Wes J fes n NC 2 6 4 t ef ro , 89 246-7151 Dear Santa, I like Christmas! I want a lizard. I wood like a rill black bog. I want a motorcycle a rill one. I wood rilly want a basketball kort. I love Christ­ mas. Thank you Matthew Christmas... right on Track! And the magic of this holy season. May this year hold the birth of new blessings and the promise of lasting peace. [Christmas is pulling in and we'd like to express" our gratitude to you for including us in your travels this past year. Whatever your destination this holiday seasoi we hope the journey is filled with joy, laughter and good fortune. We know we feel fortunate to have friends like you and look eagerly forward to your next visit. HAPPY HOLIDAYS! (ft \v 113 North Jefferson Ave. • West Jefferson 336-846-1358 141 A Tomkins Company LM 111 �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ DECEMBER 19, 2006 PAGE 5B LETTERS TO SANTA do too. Thank you for last Christmas. Can I have a bean bag chair. I love all holidays but Christmas is my favorite holiday. I'll never stop loving Christmas. Hey Santa hows Mrs. Claug. I hope shes good. I like Chrismas and make sure you bring ICE. I have been the best I could. Bring snow too. I love snow. I have to go to school to get too Christmas. Love, Elisha Little Dear Santa Claus, I have ben fairy good. I want a DVD player. And baby alive, Play Station 2, 4 wheeler. Thank-you for the toys last year. I will have you cookies and milk wanten for you. Love, Summer Gill Dear Santa Claus, How is Mrs. Claus? I hope that I get a speaker chair, and Barbie and Tawey, and a sled, and the bairn mats at Toys R Us. Love, Cheyenne Brewer Dear Santa, I want a bean bag chair and the 12 Dancing Princesses set. And I want a pudel purse and I hope you no what I got last year. And I hope you will bring me a Bella Dance or Ella Ballarena Set. I love you and I will miss you. I love you and I hope you are safe on Christmas. Love Santa From Breanna Jordyn Truesdell Dear Santa Claus, I have been good and I sen you because I sen you're shaudo. Becus I wont a bean bag chair and a ipod and a Smart Bord becus you're smart to. Love, Brooke Galloway Mountain View Elementary Chelsea Clanton Second grade Dear santa, I realy would like to see your riendeer but I don't know where the North Pole is. May be I can ask you about them and other stuff tp» Then when yo.u get it you can tell me about them. And also I was wanting to know how Mrs.s Clause is doing. It must be hard to get up and make presents, you must have to have a lot of suplize, like wrapping, all kings of colored thred the matireal to make toys. And If you have a camora I would like you to give me a piture of you and Mrs.s Clause. And I would like a paint set whit a whole lot of colors. I would lik my own Phone to go in my room. I would like a big nut crack for Christmas. And if you have a nough time to make more presents, I would like a dvd player to go in my room so my sister can watch dvds to. Your best friend, McKikinsie Roland Love. Mandy Darnell Dear santa am I on the good or bad or in the beetween list How ar you doing is the weather cold how are the Reindeer's doing I hope the slay did no tip over agin and I hope you did not get stuck agin. We have benn working very very hored. I want my new frunt teeth and a ezzey backer and a dvd player and a new TV, a thing that can mack some stuffed too anmel's. Love Kierra Shea Whitaker! I love You santa very very motch! Dear Santa, How are you? Santa how is Rodolph? Santa for Christ­ mas I want a laptop com­ puter. love Demi Ledezma Dear Santa, I would like a scooter and I would like a bike. I like to have a horse that's name is Rocky. I would really like that. Thank you Santa! Love, Stephanie Dear Santa, Hi. How are you today? I just wanted to tell you what I want for Christmas. I want three pokieman kechanes with a scooter, thats on my list. I wanted to remind you. That's all. Why did the chicken cross the road? To tell he wasn't chicken. Was that funny? That's all. from: Ashton Peden to: Santa Clause my friend, your friend Jordan Gilligan Dear Santa, How are you? What I want for Christmas is a toy racecar. And a toy boat. A toy city. A gameboy. A toy car. A matchbox 36. Now I want some spygear and somme toy money. Here is a joke Why is a skeleton not a good lier Why becaues you can see right throw them, your friend Ethan Dunnagan Dear Santa, Hey how are you doing? Have I ben a good girl? Do you now what I want? Barbie and 12 Danc­ ing Pinecnes and 2 wixs dolls to play with. And some proslen dolls. Oh will you wrapp my present? How is the Noth Pole and Mrs. Claus? Merry Christmas. Love: Sierra Dawn Mahaffey Dear Santa, What is the weather? How are you? I would like a xbox 360, a tv, a video now, the prits of the carbino movie and game. Love micky main Dear Santa, Hi. How is Mrs. Clause. How are the rein­ deer? For Christmas I want a bike. And I want a barbie. And a computer. And a play­ house. Dear Santa, How is Rudolph and the other reindeer felling? Can you say hi to Mrs. Clause for me? Are the elves felling ok? How is the weather there at the North Pole? Santa can I please have a Pokemon game for my game boy edvensed.a X strike long shot a lite brite, the legend of Spiro game for my game boy, the spy gear, the 3 most poerfullest Yugi-oh cards, a time mushene, a hover board, and a woopy cushen. Love Noah connor Gouge Blue Ridge Elementary Love Chastity Royay Dear Santa, Hi how are you and Mrs. Clause? Is Rudolph still in frount to show the way? I will be Using to see if I hear you on the roof. I want a icey machine I saw it on tv. you put your favite soda in it and . it turhs into th& sodo, but it's an icey I would share with Deborah Hess First grade Dear Santa I want a baseball and a swimming pool and candy, and lots of presents> Love Brady G. Santa, I wut a pet pupey and a rill cmputre and I wut a new car a rill one and I wut a new Polle that you can jump in it. From, Autumn Sant Clos, you are the best. Sant clos for crismis I rileley want budr scoch the poney and the badurese and I rileley want baby ulive and I want the poley pocit ship From, Taylor I want buttrscoch. and I want a crib for my babe dall. You are the bes, I love you From Nikki Der Satu, I want a play citchn and it has rel papr towls. I wont a car and it has a hrse on it. and I wont this ting tels you wot to draw. Love Chase I wud like Budr Skosh and I wunt my pone set plese. Lotus I love you Santu. I wont a jenerl lee. I wont a GTO. I wont a big dog. I wont a big hors. I wont a ras car. Fim Jordan You are nice. I wood like a labler and a baby alive, and a butrscoch pony and a my little pony Spencer Senuklas I want a noow babe for cresmis I want a noow gambow and a noow gamel want a TV and a bingbag. frum Brooklyn You the best I wota basbepies. I wot a doojk pies I wot bego Frum Riley From Brian Basball I wot a baruv roorsak I wot sum xbx360. I luv you Sat you arellove his I bin good and nic to peple. I wat a play stan gam Budsosh puney a dog STloz pez STIO. I wid like a kreek I wid like a bar Chetola 1 went for ciismis I wnt oi fu srsd Nic Dir Santa I wvd lie a mautr oil jet and asaw i fon spiu fon Matthew bius sen I lovw you I wut a tades. Skyler Mrs. Wright 1" gr. Blue Ridge Elem. Santa I want poliepocit croos ship. Eoml the talking cd play and Music Sasaufon A Noow Stor wore sord and clos. Love Erin Santa Please bring me a tedy bere and a pone and a doll and a sooe gove and a book and a stikors and a car and a kites and a pandu bere Love, Veronica Santa This year I want hiles and a pool tabl. lite savr that is glass, and a Play set of benten. I want a motrsicule and a transfoormr. Love Zevin Santa I would like a bird for Krismis. Pes get me a bird San­ ta becaus I like birds and I want it to be a duv Luve Jacob Santa I would like a bike please bring me rlolrscats. and a myeu to ach. and Santa I want you to brig Nicke shris and bgck sgmi. Sierra Santa, I would like a brbea Dream house, a big dall. a gloe in the dork care bear and moon shos. Love, Ellie Santa I would like a mesing Alsn and a tedy berr and a Tran with lits and Dall haus with frrnechr and Dalls. love Caroline Santa I would like a baxkitball. I would like a motrsicl. I would like a getcar. Gage Santa, I would like monstr truk for crismis please Santa cklos. Love Nate Santa C Pleac bring me a spiy car. Aso a rof cri cumand sintr with a dvd playr. I wot sum gifs fury my fres. Love, Logan Santa I wuld like a gatcar. I wuld like a retiow. Iwuld like a roolinshos. I wuld like a monshos. Iwuld like a chatr. Love Samantha San tn This year, I want 200 in 100 60 dollars. This year, I wont a most tock for cismyir piz Santa This year, I wo't a gondit jedr. Love, Toby Santa Plea e bring me a poruket and 5100 in 200 dolrs Love Cody M Santa Please bring me a pleaystation and xbox I would also Ike the fastest car in the world. Love, Shay »lf< May youK borne be blessed by THE GLOKV of His Love rbis HoLy Season!..--., MeRKy ChmsTmas and Many Thanks TO aLL OUR f R i ends who shop wnby"Y'[ us ThnoughouT The yean! Dear Santa, How are you? How are your reindeer too? How is the North pole? Now what I want for Christmas is: Thowse madnik things. And big blocks. Then I want a black puppy. Now I want a spong bob game. And I will like for my presents to be wrapped, to: Santa, We're rounding up our very beet wishes • for the best bunch of j folks we know... our customers! Merry Christmas and thanks a heap for all your support. Go<) BLess You in The New Yean! THE SHEPHERD'S |/ STAFF ^ A 5 North Jefferson Ave West Jefferson, NC 336-846-7964. Geraldine Reed Cheryl Hicks AMID ALL THE HOLIDAY PREPARATIONS, WE'D LIKE TO TAKE TIME OUT TO WISH ALL OF OUR SUPPORTERS THE VERY MERRIEST HOLIDAY SEASON ON RECORD! THANK YOU FOR HELPING TO MAKE THIS YEAR A BRIGHT ONE FOR US. AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET 601 S. Jefferson Ave. • West Jefferson. NC 336-846-4636 www.wjchevy.net • \v)cheyy@skvl>est.eom �PAGE 6B TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 JEFFERSON POST LETTERS TO SANTA Ami* wiNm* na Let each of us remember His message of peace, love and goodwill to all Healthy Holidays this Christmas season. Have a holy and happy holiday. from your friends at Appalachian Regional Healthcare System &heet Brothers, Inc Jefferson, NC • 246-5566 J Center 'Quinon M»mortal Ho«piul �JEFFERSON POST LETTERS TO SANTA TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 PAGE 7B �PAGE 8B TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 JEFFERSON POST LETTERS TO SANTA Mountain View Elementary Ashley Fields First grade Dear Santa How are the elves? I wot a car that has a red button and it trns in to a dinrsre. Haw aer you? And the reigndeer? love, Sheyenne Greer. Dear Santa, You are a nice person. I hope you have a good Christmas. I want a Toy DoRa. I Love you Santa. Love, Isabela Alvarez Leal Dear Santa, I love you Santa and I love your elfs too. Naw I will tell you wut I whet. I wot a seedeyplayr from you and I wot a new bicke. I love you Santa and who evre worckx with you. I love them too. You are good too evrey bidey. Love Leanne Miller Dear Santa I love you Santa. I wot you to bring me a cupytr and swimpi and a doll with col els. Love Lucy Aguilar Dear Santa, I hope miny of your rein­ deers have a good Christmas. Be carfill on yer trip. I want a laptop and a flat skren. I hope the ellfs have a good christmas to. I love you San­ ta Thank you. Love Madison Shepherd Dear Santa, I hope you and your riendeer are doing well. What I want for Christmas is a laptop and a c d player. Be careful on Christmas eve. Love Haylee Leanne May. Gabby Castra Dear Santa, I hope you and the reindeer have a good time flying. But what I want for Christmas is a Kasl and a dog. Love Lucas Grant Pruitt. Dear Santa Claus, I want a lizeadcat and I love you Santa! Love Steven Blowers Dear Santa, I hope you have a good Cristmas. I want a puppy and some baby doll clothes for Ashley and some school supliys. Please have a good trip. I love you Santa! Love Maria Hope Shatley Deer Santa I want a bull dog. I want a noow bick. I want a noow TV. Santa I luve you. I want bunch of Tooes Daniel Holsclaw Dear Santa I like you, you are a good man. Can I have a xbox 360 please? Love Daniel Cook Dear Santa, I want a X Box 360. Hav a grat day. Noah McKiddy Dear Santa. I want a Lizrd. and a snack. I want blunse I want a mokkin chorl monstr chruck. I hope you have a happey crins. Love Andrew Ray Hutchens Dear Santa I whish I had a romot cuntrol car 125. You are a good man. I hope you had a good day. I hope you and your reindeer have a good Christmas. Love Carlos Ledezma Westwood Elementary School Dear Santa, You have a good Crismis. Billie Gardner Will you pies giv me a true Second grade und a tralr? _, . adt b y nov if 1 Love i >lnrl Cole Richie Dear Santa, I like the Barbie fishing pole Dear Santa you made me and my sister I hoPe You and Your Rein­ loved the blue ball. She ex­ deer are doing well, you are ercises on the ball and I to a nice PerSon. I want a bar­ pretend to fish. bie. Love, Brooklyn Sheets Love PS. I would to have an Ipod Vanessa Guijosa and my sister wants a Mer­ maid. Dear Santa I hope that you and your Dear Santa, reindeer are doing well. You Thanks for the presents last are a nice person. I want a year. They were great! The laptop and a dog. presents I really like were Love Lyndsi Holman! the clothes Mrs. Claus knit­ Have a nice Christmas! ted for me! They were great. Dear Santa I hope you and your reindeer are well. I hope you have a good Christmas also. You are a nice person too. I want powr for my t.v. please and a dress too. Thank you Santa. Love Samantha McNeill. Dear Santa You are a nice person. You hav a good cismsis. I wot a moccho car Love I hope Mrs. Claus is making a good cookie for you and the elves. I like the ginger break cookies. Do you? I hope the reindeer are doing well. Are they? I hope they like to eat their food. Speaking of food, I have a new milkshake for you this Christmas. It's called Mrs. Claus Minty Milky Way. Am I on the good list? I've been pretty good. I hope you have a very good Christmas and a vacation. Here's a song I made for you. Happy Christmas to you, happy Christmas to you, you live in a shoe, not really! Love, Anna Vannoy Dear Santa, Is the littlest reindeer going to pull the sleigh? I hope he does. All I want for Christ­ mas is some clothes and a big bear from Builder Bear with cheerleader's clothes on it. My brother wants a bulldozer from Wal-Mart. Love, Valerie Roark Dear Santa, I would like this year a $50 dress and it has dots on it. Thank you fro the bicycle that you got me last year. I learned to ride it. Did you like the cookies I sat out for you last year? If you did I will make the same kind this year. My sister helped me make the cookies last year. How are the rein­ deer? I hope they are good. My cousins are very excited about Christmas. Have a merry Christmas. Lyndsi Goodman Dear Santa, Last year at mamaw's house we thought we heard rein­ deer bells. It was funny. We put food out for the reindeer. Did you help mamaw buy the grumpy bear fort? I want a care bear fort for Christmas. I will have lots of fun with it. I hope I get a lot of presents. Thank you Santa. Love, Elizabeth Goodman Dear Santa, I hope you have a super Christmas. Anyways I liked my toys from last year. I hope it's not a lot of trouble at the North Pole. Thanks for the helicopter last year. And can you get a robot? Love, Jeremy Darnell P.S. How are you at the North Pole? I hope good. Dear Santa, I hope you will have a Mer­ ry Christmas. Something I want for Christmas is a scooter with a ski on the bot­ tom instead of wheels. The front is separated from the back. Another thing is a car that has flames across from it. I hope it will be a toy. Thank you. Love, Dawson Shepherd n y P.S. Hdw is Rudolph? Dear Santa, This is the best year because of Christmas. I hope I will not be on your naughty list. If I am not I want a lever ac­ tion rifle and a bb gun with bb's and some other stuff. How are the reindeer? I al­ most forgot. How are you and Mrs. Clause? Love, Jacob Greer Dear Santa, All I want for Christmas is a super powered slushi ma­ chine and a big hot wheel track, where you make a hot wheel car go and a dinosaur bird goes up in the air and comes down. I hope you and Mrs. Claus have a good Christmas. Love, Dillon Miller Dear Santa Claus, I hope the deer are ok. I hope the deer can pull the sleigh. I would like a motorcycle. Dakota Farmer P.S. I like you. Dear Santa, I hope you have a Merry Christmas. I want a toy po­ lar bear for Christmas. Right now it is November 20th. In December two people have birthdays. They are Hope and Jesus. Love, Brandi Woods P.S. How are the reindeer? I am having a Christmas play at Baldwin Community Church. Dear Santa, I want some more music chips like you gave Parker and me last year. Can you make it this time Santa? I want a TV for my room. Molly Shelton Dear Santa, I have heard so much about you. I have a question. I have been wondering about the food your reindeer eat. What I want for Christmas is Robot Reptile. This letter is from David King. Dear Santa, I hope your reindeers are do­ ing well even Rudolph, the Red Nosed Reindeer. I also hope you and Mrs. Claus are doing well. I want a big squirt gun and bae blades for Christmas. I know you are working hard. Love, Connor Dear Santa, I hope you are doing okay. Can you bring me some pres­ ents? How many deliveries do you have? Can I have an­ other bicycle? Dress warm. Love, Austin Whittum Dear Santa, May I have an Amazing Al­ lison and Baby Alexa doll please? How is Mrs. Claus? Is she good? I hope so. How are the elves? I bet they have been busy. Please get Ross a Scream toy and Bar­ rett a dog that will talk to him. Love, Alexa Dear Santa, It is almost Christmas and I can't wait. I am not sure what I want this year. How are the reindeer and how are you? Do you have any pets other than the reindeer? I love Christmas. It is my fa­ vorite time of the year. San­ ta will you try to get me a designer doll house? Thank you and merry Christmas. Love, Hope Milam Dear Santa, I hope the littlest reindeer gets to pull the sleigh. I hope you have a merry Christmas. I would like a draw-lock compound bow. Love, Cole Miller Dear Santa, I want two power rangers' guns please. I love you for the toys you give out to chil­ dren, even me! I love you Santa. Santa, why don't you ever give parents stuff? Thank you for buying toys. Love, JT Austin presents? I want a game boy. Love David Farmer, to Santa Dear Santa I have Been sick. I want a rescue pup. I want a picutre of your reindeer and their name. Nicole Westwood Elementary School Angie Carson First Grade Dear Santa, You are nice. How meni yirs ole are you? I want a computer game and a scooter please. From Juan Dear Santa, How's Roodof? Mere Christmas! I have been good in School. I love you. You are the best. I want Lego Star wars and a Baba Ship. Connor Jesse Dear Santa Mera crismiss. I owas to have a bari. Hawo is rotnof? I like carismas. Carismass is fun. Jessica Dear Santa Santa I love you. I see you. 1 want a play set for cars and men. I want a 10 modsicks and 10 four wheelers. Love Aaron Dear SandTa Please bring me a snow board and a skateboard. I have been good this year. Love Edgar Dear Santa, How are the reindeer? Can I plea have a dirtdike? From Chris Dear Santa, How is Ms. Clas. and how are you? Thank you for what you gave me last Christmas. Love Emma Kate. Mery Christmas Santa. Dear Santa, How are the reindeers? I have been good. I want a doll house. Montana Dear Santa, How are the rendeers and how is Rudolf? You are nice Senta. I want a brats computer and I want a book and I want a pocketbook. I've been good. Love Rubi Dear Santa, How are you and missis Clause? Can I please have a playstatione? Thankyou and a sider-man punhing bag please and a a spider man mask that glows and a glove that makes sounds. From Larois Dear Santo, How is Rudolf? How is Mis Claus? Please get me books. Please get me a Barbie. Please get me a bike. I've been good. Love Brooke Dear Santa, How are you? Can I please have a reindeer pillow, a snow board, and a snow maker. Love Kellon Dear santa, Can you give me an I pod please? What are your raindeers names? Have a good Christmas! Love Jake Dear Santa, How are the reindeers? Please can I have a teddy bear? I've been good. Love Amber Dear Santa,.|8 v -iO ) ,moCan I have a mostr truk Please? Can I have a I Pod Please? Can I have a video Please? Tanner Dear Santa, I ben good. I wont a bunny plez and a sell fone. And a I Pod. I want a pockemen pil­ low please. Happey Christ­ mas. How are you doing? From Kaylee Deaor Santa, I Like you. Please I want a toy truck and a mouse. Dear Santa I want a BBgun shotgun and a daje truck and a 4 willr. Seile Jacob Fields. Dear Saanta, I want a cook­ ing stove and a princess dress and a barbie castle. Hall rob the wadill Love Kelsey Poe .1 at id a Id ie. I ry rs. la I es or ox iy- Ifs ou ar. >le all ng >d. nt ag nd ter a rs. ist for ;er ies •ur in- Dear santa, How are the reindeer? Are they doing ok? Are you and your wife doing ok? Are the elfs doing ok? Im sure that eveybody is do­ ing ok. Arnt they and I have some more questions. Will you please get me and my family some grat stuff for christmas? Love Brianna Dear Santa, Thank you for the presents last year. I have been good. Can I please have a hamster for Christmas? Can I please have a bed for Christmas? How are the randeres? Dear Santa, How are the raindeer. Happy feet Video game, some little star wars people, put everybod and a snow globe. From Barrett *1 Dear Santa, How are the elys? Are they wrapping up 1 3 Ssaial] 9:6 'Tor unto us a cl]ild is born. Kis name sl]al be called (Wonderful, Counselor, Tl^e Might? God, Prince of Peace Wt would like to tlwiuk all of our wonderful patients in Aslie County and wish tfiew Memj CJiristwas and blessings for them and their families throughout the New Year. Season 6 Cjreeling >u ly "At Christmas play and make good cheer, For Chirstmas comes but once a i/ear. -Thomas Tusser, The Farmer's Daily Diet | May all your times be good times this holiday season. It 's been fun knowing you. Wt also want to remember all of our serviee men and women serving our countrg at this time and pray for their safety. Thanks for your support! O o i O r Oo e S o V i r n u l m ) )our5 I We're displaying our holiday cheer To thank you all for stopping here — j And after the busii business day is through, Please take our best wishes home with you! RiverChase Homes 589 S. Main Street on the four lane between the Jeffersons Jefferson, NC 336-846-1346 Dr. John Ryan O.D. Ashe Eye Care Center 306 Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 246-8863 1 ,w l\ 1 m m\ �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 PAGE 9B LETTERS TO SANTA Mountain View Elementary Barbara Heufel Second grade pear Santa, My name is Brooke Brown. I am V years old. I live at 192 Gentle Rige dr, Crumpler Mc. How is Mrs. Claus? Has many peple sent you a let­ ter? I am very ecited about Chrismas. I will allways have cookies and milk. I'm very happy. I hope you have a safe trip! Love, Brooke Brown Dear Santa, I wont a foot ball sind by Vick. Candy, erasers, a littel tornatow a pupey that is real. Foot ball gear a stare wars soord, dirty jobs DVD set a bell from Comit, carits a know hamer. Love Gabriel Elliott Dear Santa, I wood like a 4 weeler. how do rain Deer fly. do you have more animals? Love, Ryder Dear Santa, I'm going to have such a good and grat crisms. Buces you will bring good pranss. I hop you have a grat year to. Love, Abby Dear Santa, I would like a dVd player that goes on a back seat with some princess dVd. I would like a dS. I would like a cd player. I would like a chalk board. I would like a smart board. I would like a new computer. I would like a new computer. I would like a cell phone. I would like a cell phone. I would like a barbie controll car. I would like a baby alive. I would like a new bike. By Sierra Dear Santa, Just all I want for chrismas is... Destroy all humans V.G, Destroy all humans 2 V.G, Two memloery cards (Black red for PS2), Madden n.f.l 07 V.G, Monopoly ( the spongebob edition) Wheel of Fortune hand held game, (PS 3), 4 VG's for PS3, Big fish lil fish, Parana Panic, Cars DVD, toy Cars: 19, 12, 14, 21, 22, 26, 31, 32, 40, 41, 42, 43, 45, 55, 66, 99, 1, 01, 2, 4, 6, 7, 07, PS 8, PS 9, and get more game VG. Love, Austin I wont a Golden ticket. Thanks god for the Golden Ticket I love you. I like cande Brs I wont one I like colket beres I can eat a hole box of beres I like colkit gum I wont some gum all of that candey now im foil I wont eat ever again. Trent Dear Santa, What I sant for crismis a scat bord a Mokcol Bot that gos on water and a Mochrol car that cgis the Top a Mocherol Do ksu haz rcg. That is Big. and I want a mozol to pot on my Dog and a game that is Grand Thef oto. Trent much I love very much San­ ta. I wood lik to go bake to the goost Chane. Chelsea Ann Holselaw Dear Santa, I want a cellphone that maks noise please. Love, Lilly Wood Dear, Santa for Christmas I would like a Care bear Lunch box, a HUGE stuffed Care bear named Sun Shine bear, $100, I could see you!, computer, and more. Love, Cheyenne Thank You Dear Santa, I hope you and Mrs. Claus are feeling well. Please get me a factery and you can make little bears. And a ice-crem maker. And all the childrin get great presents. Love, Madison Osborne Dear. Santa I would like a pere of skate bard soes. I would like a seasun pass for applan Sci slop. And would like the new Grandfethodo game that just came out Skye Mountain View Elementary Colleen Dixon First grade Dear Santa, Santa I wont a sckatbord of Tony Hawk. I wont Tne real pupes. I want a bb gun. I wont a arony back pack. I bin a good boy. Love, Brandon Guerrero Mo­ ses Dear Santa, Please can I hav a Raslin Belt and foot Ball Stuf and shoes to. Hav a merry Christmas. Love, Harley Sullivan Dear Santa Cluas, I hope it is a good Christmas. I hope I get a cell phone and six X box games. Love Christopher Richard­ son Dear Santa, I hope that you and Mrs. Claus are haveg a good time. Can I please have a cell fun? Can it be a red one? And I want my to frut teeth. Love, Blake Adolph Dear Santa, I want a camru fon and a litle fir truck. I hope you don't forget this. From, Corey Shew iWt TtROm R ivrrt I rffc'> Dear Santa Claus, Please can I have a ice cream maker? Please can I have a phone? Have a happy Christ­ mas. Thank you, Dustin Billings Dear Santa Claus, I hope you and Mrs. Claus have a Merry Christmas. And a great trip around the wold. I would like a solshe maker for Christmas. Thank you. Love, Jacob Key Dear Santa, I hope you had a grate time in the sumur. I like your rein­ deer verye mushe. I would like oun of those reindeer. Aaron Dixon Dear Sata, I want the best doll that sings. I want the doll green. I hope you are well. I want the dolls dress to be green and the rose pink. Love, Malinda Blevins Dear Santa, I hope you and Ms. Claus have a Merry Chrismas. I want a real cell phone and a basketball. Please Santa please pretty please. Love, Abi Hohman Dear Santa, I hope your elves are making a lot of toys for the boys and girls. Could you please bring me a skateboard? Please bring me a new Barbie doll. I don't care what it looks like. Have a Merry Christmas. I LOVE YOU. Love Jenna Christine Barnes Dear Santa, I want a guitar. I want a phone. Merry Christmas. Love, Stephen Brown Dear Santa, I hope that you and the elves are doing great. I wish you a merry Christmas. Please will you get me a book cold Frog­ gy goes to bed. Thank you. Love, Brianna Liegh Black Dear Santa, I like metig you. Remember I told you what I want exept the shak and go speed way. and bring me a list f the stuff you brot me. Love, Ryley Mullins Dear Santa, 1 would like to have a tekrbell bed set and a bike, and a jewelry box and jewery for Christmas. Merry Christ­ mas Santa. Love, Brittany Osborne Dear Santa Claus, I wot a brb dall's and sum palle pokits. Please get me a DS and a bisickl with two chran in wils. Haf a merry Christmas. Love, Rachel Warden Mountain View Elementary Connie Howell First grade Dear Santa, I like Rudolphs red nose. How big is your bag? I have bin good. I have bin helping my Mommy fold clothes. For Crismas I wrat the Cars dvd and I wrat a Hot Wills shirt. I will leeve you milk and cookcees. Love, Isaiah Dear Santa, I love you. I hope you are redeey for the trip. Can I koow how Rudolf is feeling? Can I hav a Easy Bake oren? I will lev you cooke's and milk. Love, Dyllan I will lev you some cookes and milke that night. I hope you can bring me a Wander Pup and a real horse with a sail and rang. I hope your randear are feeling well. Love, Lindsey Dear Santa, How do you feel? How do your randre feel? I bing good Santa. I wot a ril kichin. I wot a bod with markers. I am go to have a prde fro you. Love, Hannah Dear Santa, I hope you're rane deer a rete for the trip. Is Mrs. Clos a nise wamin? Can I have a puppe and a Bible? I have bin geting my work dun. I love you! Love, Caty Young Dear Santa, What is your favrit cookes? Santa, I have ben good and I help my Mommy clen my hows. Can I have a journal with a pink pen and a Brbe dll with a carrige and somthing to keep the sun off of it? Will you poot a bar on it? How big is your bag? Love, Brooke Dear Santa, Is Rudloh goiney to be in the frunt? I ahve bien good this yire. I will get sume cooks and milk fo ryou. I want a powr rangr pisle and a teddy bear. Be careful on your trip. Love, Matt Dear Santa, I hope you are filing good on Chrismes day. Does Rodolph rilee have a red nose? I would like a Erel doll and a baby doll. I will leve you cookis and milk. Love, Isabella Diahann Lawson Dear Santa, How are Mrs. Cos, the deer and the elfs? Are the deer rede for the big day? I have bin a god boy. Can I have a playstashnn Tree and a full wilw? Love, Elan Dear Santa, I hope you are filling good. Is Mrs. Clos good. I have bin a good boy. Will you give me a X Box and a lot of games? Love, Clayton Nardone Dear Santa, I hope that your helpers and your wife, and you are filling wall. Does Rudolph have a new nose? What I could like for Chrismas is a teddy bear and a stuf animal bunny. I hope you be careul on your trip! Love, Emily Kissinger Dear Santa, I love you so much and so much to. I want to now how is your efe. Are they wel? How do you feel? Do you feel well? I want a doll and pate. I am good. Are you ready for your trip. I will leve you chuclit mik an chuclit coockese. Love, Lorena Dear Santa, I hope your'e randir are doig fin and you to. How dus Ru­ dolph's nos lit up? Wat I wot for Chrismis is Esix Backuven and Baby Alive. I love you Santa. Wot is your favrit kucyes? I will come to see you at the moll. So Santa I hope you are good. I have bin good. I love you. Love, Karissa Dear Santa, I like your red sotee and your slay. Wot doss your hose look like? Are you redy to dlivre the prestes? Wot are your ranedeer names? I have been good Santa. Sant, will you please give me a pupey. Santa, will you please give me a kids cookbook. Love, Regan Dear Santa, How is Rudolph? How are your elves doing? For Christ­ mas I would like Xbox 360. I would also like to have Cars stuff. I have been good this year. Be careful on your long trip. Love, Eric Bare Dear Santa, How are your deer doig? How big is your bag? How is Mis Clos doig? How are your efs doig? I have bin a goob boy. Will you bring me a Play Stashn three and a X box three sixty? Santa dunt eat to much cookes? wy you are on your big chrip al over the wrlde. Make it in everys hawus. and make shr at no rus get your bag. Love, Zack Mahala Dear Santa, Is Roodol filling good today? I hop that he is. Will you pies pies giv me a gam chip beos my sister wants a gam chip for her gam boy. She want the Mano gam. Get me a lit­ tle harapoter I love you Santa Clos forever. Love, Daisy Chapuz Mountain View Elementary Jessica Baker & Zandra Lyalls Second grade Dear Santa, How do you feel? Want kind of cookies do you like? Do you like chritmas? I have been good this week. How is you reindeer? I want a paino. Love, Stacey Brown Dear Santa, I have been good this year. I want a set of drums for Chris­ mas If Nanne dosn't met me the mix stick will you? How are you're reindeer? What kind of cookies do you want? I hope you have a good trip! Love, Haley Gambill Dear Santa, How are you Santa? How is Mrs. Claus? I hope you do not get cold. How many reindeer do you have? What kind of cookies da you like? I would like a littl lovable set for Christmus. I want a bead creation set. I want a baby alive. Sincerely, Tyler Liddle Dear Santa, I want a game boy for Christ­ mas. I will give Sant some peanut butter cookies just for you. I hope your reindeer dont freeze From, Kirkland Dear Santa, How are you doing? This year I would like to get a new Bratz doll for Christmas because I watn to keep col­ lecting them. What kind of cookies will you like? This year I would like very little presents please, about three or five. Sincerly, Melissa Padron Dear Santa, I would like to have a X. Box 360 for Christmas. I would also like a game for it. The name of it is Thrillville its the, coolest game ever. Santa how is Roldoff the red nose rain deer and all the No matter where you spend the holiday season, we hope it's delightful. (?atch Hie Spirit! With warm wishes and gratitude to all of those who have made doing business here such a pleasure for all of us. ASHE SEWING CENTER 509 Bare Street • West Jefferson V 846-5757 // Dear Santa, Dear Santa, I want three pokemon games that are, green leaf version, blue big version, and mystery dungon. supter nintendo, games for nintendo, Super Mario bro's three, pinball Mario, $one billion, a new computer, games for the new go computer, dirt track rac­ ing 2, stock car racing and, asa stiated, playstation 2, games for the play station 2, nascar ford racing 2, corvette racing. Love, Brad Dear Santa, star wars light sabber force actioned one Yodu light sab­ ber Destroy All Humens 2 X box game Would in 2 oustres skate board flameboy ediotion thank you, Brandon Greer Dear Santa, I want new stuff for my doc­ tor cart and a Barbie skooter. 1 want a my little pany when you make noes. Sarah Dear Santa, I love you very much I wood like baby alive and moon send a Ravun castoom and a trep to Tower are us then 1 wat a trep to berd bar woke shup I wood like that sow And To All A Goodnight! Here's hoping all your dreams and prayers arc answered this holiday season. We know having you as our customers has been a real dream for us, Merry Christmas! 106 E. Main Street West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-2501 W\<i '^hlejoice in the i/uvit o-^tfhriitmm which i& dPeace, nwmc/e {ohmbfonaA wAieA <¥(c/ic , and t/ie Aearf aducA id Jove. UNITED CHEMI-CON ISO 9001 ISO/TS 16949 IS014001 185 McNeil Road • Lansing, NC • AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER �PAGE 10B TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 JEFFERSON POST LETTERS TO SANTA other rain deer doing? I hope their not sick because they have to come on Christmas which is Decermber, 25th. I hope you have a good Christ­ mas. Love, Ethan Lee Sizemore Dear Santa, I hope you do not get cold on your trip coming here. I was wondering what kink of cookies you like. I will leave some carrots for your rein­ deer. I want an Air Hog for Christmas. Sincerely, Landon Calhoun Dear Santa, How are you feeling? I was going to ask you what kind of cookies you would like to have. Well I'm sending you this letter to tell you what I want for Christmas and if I've been good. I want a storm launcher, a play sta­ tion game, something to throw my gootball through, a toothbrush and suprizes. I've been good and bad, but mostly good. I may want you to come to one of my houses before Cristmas Eve. Love, Samuel Henson your trip. Do you like what you do Christmas I've been kinde good and bad. If Iv'e been good I would the build voice mofer and the hot wheels and the hot wheels raydar gun and hot wheels criss cross. Love, Casey Campbell Dear Santa, I have been very good this year. I would like a Play Sta­ tion 3 for Christmas. I also want a Nintendo 64 and the game Twisted Metal Black. It would be fun to have back­ yard wrestling. I need a 12 guage gun so that I can go hunting. I will leave choco­ late chip cookies for you. I like your reindeer. Oh, how is Mrs. Clause doing? Love, Levi Miller Dear Santa, I would like a bell from your sled please. Santa can you give me a picture or poster. Santa will you be at the mall? Is Rudolph and the other reindeer ok? I hope you have a great Chismas. Love, Daisy Anne Mullis Westwood Elementary School Dear Santa, I what a horse farm for Christmas. I what one to be black and white. I what one to be brown and white. I what one to be all brown. I what one to be all black I what one Lisa Willingham to be all white. How is your Second grade reindeer doing? How are you doing. What kind of cookies Dear Santa, do you like? I have been good I would like an Octoblast, an this year. Don't get cond on X Box and a cat. Don't work your trip, wear a worm jack­ to hard. I like your work. et and were wear clothes. Please be my friend. Love, Austin Lyall P.S. I will leave you some cookies and milk on the table Dear Santa, in the kitchen. I want you to get me plane Love, Jordan star wars game please. How is Roldolf doing is he play­ Dear Santa, ing? Is Mrs. Clause having How are you douing. Like a baby? What cink of cookie last year how is rodolf dou­ do yo want? Are you goint to ing. I bet he is douing good. wal-mart? Is your sleight big I am an second grader. An enough? please dond make the Elfs Love, Philip Cochrane work to hard. OH can you get me a nintindo dS please. Dear Santa, P.S. A'll leaf you some cook­ I want a truck for Christmas. ies. How dose your raindeer fly I Jacob Schell want a jet plain. Can I have a cup of Nonny. Can I have poo dear Santa, bear. Can I have a big tuck. 1 hope 1 get a plasttyhun 3 Can I have a 18 wilier. Can and I hope I get a xbox and I have a rily 4 wilier. Can I want the other prests to be I have a mp3 player. Can I suprese. I have ben good but have a monster truck. Can I I get mad at my siter Sydney. have a nother dog. Santa you are rely rely nice. Love, Chris Roland Santa I hope you have a good fite. Dear Santa, P.S. I well leve you some milk How are your reindeer? I and cokese. want a new book about po­ Griffin Powell lice. What kind of cookies do you want to have? I want a Dear Santa, police video game, and a fire­ How are you? Are you mak­ man video game. I want all ing lots of toys? Do you know the hotwheels. I want the car what I want? I want a big video. I want an army video bed for baby dolls. But not game. I want all the Santa as big as a real bed. I also shops. I want a battery car. want a baby called Baby I want all the Hess toys. I Alive. Those are the things want three kinds of CDs. I that I want for Christmas. I have been good and bad but hope your raindeer are fly­ mostly good. ing! Maybe I will hear your Love, Cameron Poe raindeers bells. Love, Bethany Dear Santa, P.S. I will leave you some How are you? I want a guitar Hot Choclite and Choclit chip hero two game, Bully, Avatar, cookies! $10 and a pirates of the Cariben ship. I have been good. Dear Santa, Sincerley, Jacob Cruey Hi my name is Melanie Brooke Day I go to school Dear Santa, at Westwood. My thecher I hope I've been good a huf. names are Mis. Willingham, To get prents insted of coal. Miss Roben. I wood like a I'll try to be good. Well what new bike. I wood like a doolkind of cookies do you like? girl. Do you have a baby. If and I will get them I hope you do have a biby is it a girl you don't have an acadent on or a boy. Melanie Brooke Day P.S. I will live you some cookis and milk. Dear Santa, My name is Kelsey I am in 2th grade. Do you want cook­ ies? I hope you hear my let­ ter. I had been a good girl. I had help peaple. Will you give me a prisent? I even been helpfull. For Christmas I want a vedyo game. I also want a bike. I also want moo sand. For my friend Kimberly she Want's a bike. For my other friend Melonie he wannts a bike too. by. Thank you for the toy. love Kelsey Dear Santa, I am a student at Westwood. By the way are your elves doing good? I have been a good girl. I have helped out a hole lot I have picked up my room and helped my dad­ dy clean the house. Anyway please breaing me the new American Girl with earing the barbie you put braslits arond her and a picher of you. Thank you P.S. I hope you wright back. I will gave you a snack! Love, Alayne Dear Santa, We hope you bo came to each home. I am a good boy. I say pies and notake. My name is Nathan. I hope you get me a x tbox and a bick. P.S. I will lev soocks on my tabll. Love, Nathan Dear Santa, We are students at Westwood school, we are wrighting you a letter. I have been a good girl. I have been good at school. I want for chismas is a now vido game, and a baby dol. P.S. I will live you some cook­ ies and milk. Love, Alexis Hopkins Dear Santa, We are students at West Wood Elamntery school. We are writing you a letter! We hope to hear back from you. I have been a good boy. I have worked hard, helped my dad, tried to help my mom, and tried to be goo too. I hope to get a pack of hot' Wiels, 3 books, a laf top, and a v smile game for Christmas. I hope your Christmas is a wonder­ ful time and I hope you don't work too hard! Love, Matthew Taylor I might leave you some cook­ ies and milk! Dear Santa, My name is jennifer and I am writing you a letter and I am worked so hard to be nice. I have been a good girl. I hope you bring the Breinb that has makecup and I hope you do not work to hard and I hope you came to my house it is BifFuow roud. P.S. I'll leave you some cook­ ies and milk. Love, Jennifer Dear Santa, I hope you are haveing a good time. I hop you dowt wuerk to hared. thes are the thages I wuwnt my own timer that all. If you duwnt have wun you duwnt hav to. No Name Provided Dear Santa, Hello my name is Mela­ nie Grogan I hope you can tell me all your raindeers names. I hope you breing me all I want. What I want for chrismas is a barbie jeep also what I want elss is a raserphone. I live on fleetwood falls hillside farm Rd. Also what I want for chrismas is a pet hamster. I will leave you some cookies and milk. Love, Melanie Dear Santa, Hi, my name ife Emaleigh. I hope you are giveing me a presints. I hope you give me the doll baby Alive. I hope you have a safe trip. P.S. I'll leave you some cookies! Love Emaleigh Jewel Treva Westwood Elementary School Michelle Lemly Second grade Dear Santa, Oh Santa, when will you be here? Guess what I want for Christmas? I want an Xbox 360! WOW!!! Stores don't make toys like that, but you can. Please, Santa! I will do anything for an Xbox 360. How are you feeling? I have learned about congruent shapes this year. This year I'm making good grades. Your friend, Michael Antho­ ny Dear Santa, I've been a good girl. I ve been nice to other people. I treat others like I want to be treated. I've been nice to my teachers. I don't say bad words. How is Rudolph doing? Has he grown? Have you made a lot of presents? I would like a Nintendo DS, a laptop, and Xbox 360. I love you! Alex Beamer Dear Santa, I miss both of my dogs. So, for Christmas, I want a new puppy. How are your reindeer? I'm sorry that my sister and I fight. I promise we will not fight again. What kind of cookies do you want this year? My brother and I can make chocolate chip, peanut butter and oth­ ers. I can't think of any oth­ ers now, but I bet you can. This year I've been good ex­ cept for fighting with my sis­ ter. Could you come anyway? I hope you do. Love, Gracie Greene Dear Santa Claus, How are you? Good? I'm good at school. I like to read books. I do not like people being mean to me. I want a doll and an Easy Bake Oven that makes real cookies. Love, Ashley Nava Dear Santa Claus, How are you doing? How is Mrs. Claus? This year, I would like a few toys and the rest for my family. Thanks! Your friend, Logan Osborne P.S. I will leave out some cookies and milk. P.S.S. Can you bring me a PSP? Dear Santa Claus, How are you? How are the elves? How is Mrs. Claus? I hope you are hungry for cook­ ies. I have been a good boy. Cap J, PSP with some games and an X-Box 360? Your friend, Andy Jordan Dear Santa, How are you? I hope Mrs. Claus is well. How is it go­ ing down at the workshop? Are the elves working well? I hope you are hungry. I want a laptop and a Star Wars Lego Set. See ya San­ ta. Your friend, Malachi Poe Dear Santa, How are you doing? Are all of your reindeer doing fine? I think I have been a good girl this year. For Christmas I want some Heelys. I want them to be pink or purple. I also want a CD player. My other one broke. I want it to be hot pink. Santa Claus, can you wait till Christmas? I can't wait! I hope you bring me some toys! Your friend, Sarah Hardin P.S. Hope you fit down the chimney! Dear Santa, How are you? How is Mrs. Claus? I have been a good girl. What I want is a laptop and Heelys. For my Mommy and Grandma I want a brace­ let. Your friend, Kayla An Simcox Dear Santa, How are you? Can my mom have diamond earrings? Can my dad have clothes? I have learned to read. I am a good math student, too. Can I have a Play Station? Your friend, Jose Luis Robles Amaya Dear Santa, How are you and Mrs. Claus? I have been a good girl! I want you to bring me a Hiliter, one teddy bear for my brother, a watch for my dad and jewelry for my mom and Grandma. Your friend, Bianca PachecoPerez P.S. Can you please bring me a teddy bear that has the glasses and the markers? Dear Santa, How are you? How is Mrs. Claus? How are the rein­ deer? I have been a good girl i SADDLE UP to a great season! Thanks, pardners, for doing business with us this year. Merry Christmas to all! With warm wishes for a Joyous Christmas to all the people we've had the pleasure to sehve this year. Your friendship has meant a lot to us. Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson DOUBLE A BOOTS i»* n«» I VV *1 ' hW'sv'tv (336) 846-4176 May all your hopes and dreams come true iMhofyVjiW this Holida; Season. We're so very gratefi to you for helping us t realize 5ANTA'5 COMING! here's wishing you a Joy-filled Christmas. We're so very glad to say thanks. Hwy 16 South • Glendale Springs, NC C.C.S., Inc. Yamaha of Jefferson 336-982-3734 102 S. Main St. • Jefferson, NC • (336) 846-7744 Burgess & Son Body Shop all of ours. DREAIVliNq Of ChpiSTMAS WARRENSVILLE DRUB STORE 384-3900 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 PAGE 11B LETTERS TO SANTA this year. I am going to leave you cookies. Can my mom have earrings? Can my dad have a train track? Can my little brother have a toy car? My brother Billy would like a Play Station. My brother Ringo would like a toy car. My sister wants earrings. Can I have a CD player? I love you! Your friend, Sierra Tavares Dear Santa, How are you? How is Mrs. Claus? How are the rein­ deer? How are the elves? I have been a good girl this year. Can you name an elf, please? For Christmas, can I get a German Shepherd toy, Nin­ tendo, cell phone and a spy video camera? Your friend, Emily McDonald P.S. Merry Christmas! P.S.S. You're awesome! P.S.S.S. How old are you? Dear Santa Claus, How are you? How are the reindeer? I want to have Heelys for Christmas. Could you bring a necklace for my mom? I want you to bring a car for my dad. From, Kinsey Lewis Dear Santa Claus, How are you and Mrs. Claus? Are Comet and Rudolph good? Are the other reindeer good? Are the elves good? I have been a good girl this year. For Christmas, I would like a CD player. I would really like some new books 'cause I like to read. Could you get me a skateboard? I will leave you some cookies and milk- your favorite. Your friend, Haley Phipps P.S. Can you bring my mom and dad a surprise? Dear Santa, How are you doing? How is Mrs. Claus? For Christmas my mom wants a CD player, my dad wants a Holy Bible, and my brother wants a truck. I want a Bela Cheer­ leader and a Barbie Dream House with two Barbies. My family has been good! Thank you! Your friend, Melissa Ramos Dear Santa, Hi, how are you doing this year? How is Rudolph doing? For Christmas I would like a CD player with CDs and some Bath and Body Works stuff. Love, Iralynn Hendrix P.S. I hope you can fit down the chimney! Dear Santa, How are your reindeer? How are the elves at the work­ shop? How has your year been going? I've been good in school and making all A's. I've been playing soccer. We won the championship! My nanny got a new Christ­ mas stocking. You could get ser some new make-up or I can. I would like a new mini Harley Davidson for Paw. I want Xbox 360, a bicycle and a swing set. I've wanted a swing set since I was two. Merry Christmas! I have you have a good Christmas Eve, too. Love, Domanique Medrano Dear Santa, How are you and Mrs. Claus? Do you know what I want for Christmas? I want a key­ board, remote control hum­ mer and an Xbox 360. Your friend, Stacy Cole Mountain View Elementary Robin Nathery Second grade Dear Santa, Helios how are you? I am ex­ cited about Christmas, game boy mada gaser the game Ben lo Hyper scan gamer with the gards Pokemon cards. You're friend, Bruce Burgess Dear Santa, Hello, how are you? I am ex­ cited about christmas. How do the elves make the toys? train Jack Sparrow Poster Pirris of the Kueu movie, becasues I like to have a lot of toys. And I love you. Your Friend, Jonathan Farm­ er Dear Santa, Hello, how is Rudolps? How do the reindeer fly? I want Yu, g, io X-Box, playstasih 3 hot wills cartrack. I have bin helpfol. Your frie, Jacob Severt Dear Santa, Hello, how are you? I am ex­ cited to see what you bring me. What is Ruldoph's par­ ents name's? Pink Ninetedo with Hannah Montana game, a lap top i-pod and i-cat. I think I deserve these things because I have been good all year oh and please try to write back thank you. Your friend, Arianna Vannoy Dear Santa, Hello, how are you? I am very excited about christmas. why do you wear the same costume evey christmas? I want a real horse a real pony and a real ranch and my lit­ tle ponys. I want a toy barbie ranch wvthe hor9e that walks by itself with it. I deserve this because I have been nice to my mom. Have a very mery christmas. I love you. Your friend, Rachel Coffey Dear Santa, Hello, how are the reindeer? How did you become Santa Claus? I want bratz Diamond Doll Clooey Hannah Mon­ tana DVD and Doll Ninetedo DS and a Bratz fashion zone game. I think i deserve it this year because i have bine good onley i got a stick the threeth. I rilly have bien good this year. I Love always. Your friend, Katelyn Henson Dear Santa, Hello, how are you? I hope you now that I Love your toys that you gave to me. Why do you give us toys. How did you find 8 Reindeer that fly? I wanted mini motorcycle in a DVD player. I ned it de cause it augnt my family alot. Your friend, James Bittle Dear Santa, Hello, how are you and your reindeer? I'm excited about christmas. What is your fa­ vorite kind of cookie? For christmas I want Ninetedo Wii and the spy video truck. I think I deserve this because I help my sister and I've been good. I played with the toys you brought me last year. Merry Christmas Happy New Year. One more question has roudolf come with you very much. Your friend, Griffin Ingledue P.S. Please write back Dear Santa, Hello, is Rudolph home? How do the reindeer carry so much weight? I wot a XBox 360 and a i-cat and a i-dog and the lgen uv spiro and a i-pod. I deserve it becos I will hep you and the Elvs Mrs. Claus ever cresmes. Your friend, Dustin Sexton Dear Santa, Hello, how is it where you live? and how do your raindeer fly? How do you make remote control toys? I want a new cd player with head fones. I deserve it because I will be goo. and a x-box. Your friend, Dillon Nardone Dear Santa, Hello, how are you doing? How do the reindeer fly? I want a Ben ten labortory. be­ cause I take cir of my pets, thank you for the othr thing if you got last yoar. Yor frend, Ben Matheson Dear Santa, Hello, how are the reindeer? How do you make all of the toys for the children in one night? I have ben very good this year so I think I dasip this stuff. I want a rock gui­ tar and amplifier and I-Dog and cars the video game for a Xbox and a i-pod. Please wright back. Your friend, Alex Day Dear Santa, Hellow, how are the reindeer? I am excited about Christ­ mas! How do you go down the chimney? I want a pony and a horse and a i-pod. I deserve them because I hav? been good. Merry Christmas to you and all the others. Your friend, Jado McClure Dear Santa, Hello, how are you? Is the reindeer ok? What is your favorite kind of cookies? Can my little pony doll. I deserve this because I have been very good at school. Mrs. Roten said so. Thank you for all my presents. Your friend, Adrianna Bill­ ings Dear Santa, Hello, who are the raindeer How do the raindeer fly How do you make all the toys in one nitght? I want a game boy advance with power rangerg games and a x-box 360 The ^ TP 336-246-7158 Dear Santa, How are your elves doing? Are they being respectful? I hope they are because I am ready to get some presents. You can get ma an MP3 play­ er. I might want a calculator. Bus mostly an MP3 player. I think I want Rudolph to drive the sleigh. Well nice talking to you. your friend, Sydney Dear Santa, I what youe yo cards and a bike for Christmas. I want Rudolph the red Nosed Rein­ deer for Christman too. You are good you give prents. Your fride, Bryan Dear Santa, I want a rubix cube. Santa I want a movie of the Grinch. Santa you are Kind. I hope you have the best Crismis ever. I want no cold. I want mom to get her home. Love, Kayla Phipps Dear Santa, How are you doing? How are your elves? I want a mo­ tor powered go cart. I hope your elves are ready for this Christmas. How are your reindeer? I also wount fifty lead pencils in a pencil box. I hope you have a good Christ­ mas. Your friend, Trevor Dear Santa, How are things going? What do you want for Christmas? I want a baby Alive for Christ­ mas. A girl thats my age her name is (name omitted). Her Mommy and Daddy are poor and do not have any Mouny. She has the same birthday as me and same day as me. I want to get for her some shos. Some mone clothes, for her. Your friend, Liza Dear Santa, What is your favrit reindeer? Santa are you having a good time in the Noth pole? I can't bleabe it is aboat December! I hope I coud see you Christ­ mas, Santa. I hope you can get me a DS lite black. It is ok if you don't, but try to. Love, Kenan How do you deliver all of those prisents to all of the children in one night? You hardly have enough time because the night is just so short. Anyways, I would like a cheetagirl outfit and the cheeta girls song. I would like the cd funisaveda and the grinch movie also. Hope you have a nice christmas. Love, Bebecca Dear Santa, How are you doing? Will you please get me a intindo DS thanks. I hope your rain­ deer have enough magic to pull your sleigh What kind of cookies do you like? You better get enough sleep so you will have enough inerge to go all over the world. Am I on the good list? I am go­ ing to leave you a noat on the fire place that will have some quishtons on it please anser them. For my intindo Ds will you get me a dog game to go with it. I hope your elFs are ready for chismas. How is Rudolph the Red nose Rain­ deer doing? Love your friend, Emily Jones Dear Santa, How are you doing? I hope your Elves are alright. My sister Mac wants a Minnie Mania for Christmas. I love Christmas! Do you? I think you work hard on this and your elves too. Have you ever had a wreck in that sled? I want a lead pencil. My lead pencil broke. I had a fun time talking to you. Your friend, Amber Dear Santa, How are you doing? I hope you are redeye. I fyou fell good, get me a Xbox 36. I want a helmit with flames and gloves with flame too. I also want basketball shoes and nintindo dS. ** lUke 2:9 -ii glab tibingfi to pou anb pours at tbis; jopoud time of pear. r* r> Love, Aaron Dear Santa, I would like a xbox 360. San­ ta, how did your deer fly like that? Do you have a magic stick? Your friend, Joshua Dear Santa, How are you doing? Is Ru­ dolph the Red Nosed Rein­ deer doing good or bad? Are the deer hrting him? I hope not. I want a Go-Ph One if it is possible. Thanks! Love your Friend, Corinne Jones Dear Santa, How are you doing? I hope Rudolph is doing well. Can you get me the Xbox 360? How is Mrs. Claus? Is every­ thing all right in the shop? Has inthing brock in the work shop? I hope I am on the good list are my two little sistrs on the good list too? They would wont a borbee doll. Love, Mathew Dear Santa, How are the raindeer doing? If one of them are sick I hope they get better. Spekingof raindeer, how are Donner and Blitzen Rudrlph too? How is ever one doing? I would like the new game volcano I sland and the new one man army. Love, Will Dear Santa, How is Rudolph and the other deer. For Christmas I wuold like to be in the paper. I wuold like a stufed animal. Your friend, Michaela Dear Santa, I wnat a penguin for Christ­ mas. Wat are you doing are you raping presins for chiderin? I want a dagancat and a doy stufanum. Love, Izzy ^OUNTRVp i x P% j . PERFORMANCE 1358 W. King St. • Boone, NC (828) 264-0439 • Toll Free 1-800-452-0343 Dear Santa, For Christmas I want a Nin­ tendo DS with a charger please! I know you work hard so I will get you some cookies and milk for you. You're wel­ come. Do you like cookies? Do you like milk? You friend, Haylei * Thanks for placing your trust In us. We look forward to a bright future together. Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, INC Sara Poole Second grade "And. lo. the Angel of the loed CAme upon them. And the qlopy * of the lopd shone Round ABOut them: And they wepe soRe AfRAid And the Angel SAid unto them. feAR not- fOR. Behold, i BRinq you good tidings of gneAt joy. which shAll Be to AIL people. • fOR unto you is BORn this dAy in the city of dAvid A SAVIOUR, which is chRist the lORd" We hope you and your loved ones celebrate a warm and happy holiday together. May health and good fortune follow you throughout the new year. Barr Insurance Westwood Elementary School Dear Santa, K od Old-fashioned Christmas Wishes Lee Elliott, Agent Linda Elliott, Agent Brynn Hawkins, Agent Ashley Barnes, Customer Service legend fospico spino the new beginning and a playstasin3 with games because i have be nise. Your friend, Noah Peterson JIM'S CORNER FURNITURE STORE WARRENSVILLE, NC 160 Northwest School Road Warrensville, NC • 336-384-2929 Mon-Fri 9AM - 5PM ~ Sat 9AM - 3PM JeaActb �PAGE 12B TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2006 JEFFERSON POST LETTERS TO SANTA Westwood Elementary School Shannon Coldiron First grade Dear Santa, You are cool I do my chuors. I want a ball and a prinses doll. Love, Abigail Dear Sant, You are cool, can i go on your slet please, is your rudolph bing good? You are the best santa. and miss cols is the best too. I wunt a laptop. Love Ashlin Dear Santa, I love you I have been good this year. I want a sled Love, Brandon good. I help my mon on the farm. How is Mrs. Claus? Is she fine? Please can I have a toy, please? Love, Makayla Dear Santa, Con I have some of your love. I have been good this year. Please get me a vityeo game. Love, Megan Dear Santa, Could you please give me a picture of Rudolph? How is Rudolph? I have been good this year. I have helped my friends. Love, Morgan Dear Santa, I hope that you duo get the flu. I would like a shotgun. Love, Tate Dear Santa, I like you, I want a bb gun. Form Tom Dear Santa, I love you. I hove been good this year. I help my mom. can I pless have a eas brdike. love Caleb Westwood Elementary School Dear Santa, Do you ride a Harley Da­ vidson? Thanks for all the presents you have brought my. please can I have Ra­ dio Control RC 120 mph. A pet Great White Shark! But! Watch out for his teeth!! I warn you! Love Connor Suzanne Simmons Second grade Dear Santa, How is Rudolph? I want a book Love, Dakota Dear Santa, Could you please give me a picture of Rudolph? Please get me an X-Box. Love, Dustyn Dear Santa, I love you. I you go down my chimney. Please get me a laptop and a Play stashing. Love, Ethan Dear Santa, Did you have a babby? I love you. I have bin a good boy. I hip my mom. Please get me a play station 2 please. Love, Grant Dear Santa, har are you and your randere? I ront a babydoll. By Hollie Dare Santa, pies go in my haus. pies give me a picture of Rudolph? pies give me a toy roller coaster, love Isaac dear santa, I love you do you ride a Har­ ley ? Jack Dear Santa, I love you. How is Rudolfan? Please bring me a diamond ring. Love, Katy Dear Santa, I love you. do you love me? Please get me a real pony. Love, Kiana Dear Santa Coud you please give me a picture of Rudolph. I have been good All Year. Love, Lora Dear Santa, I love you alot. I have been Dear Santa, How are you doing? I love your reindeer. I like the North Pole. I belive in you and Mrs. Claus. My brother loves milk. I love you and Mrs. Claus and the elves and the reindeer. I will leave cookies out for you. I want a doll. Love, Karri H. Dear Santa, How was your year? Will you bring me a plasma dagen castle, a mareio gameboy game, a hot weels radar gun, a gamecube with a game, and a toy plane please. Seth S. Dear Santa, I have been a good girl this year. I have also made good grades. These are the tings I want for Christmas. The whole pixel chick collec­ tion An inflatabel Igloo A big trampoline with a net around it An Air hockey table A foosball table A packman game Have a Merry Christmas, hope Rudolph is ready for Christmas, and the other reindeer too. Love, Grace Miller Dear Santa, How are you doing at the Northpole? What is Mrs. Claus doing? Is Mrs. Claus being naughty? I can,t tell if I,v been good this year. Can you tell? Can you please get me lots of toys, love, madelyn Dear Santa, How are your reindeer? I was wondering how is Mrs. Claus? I believe in you. PLEASE will you get me a Cabige patch kid, a docters offic playset, a hand free jumprope, a cotten candy machine, a snack machine to eat a little bit, a slushey ma­ chine maker. That all.Couse I dont want to be greey. Your friend, Mallorie M. Dear Santa, How are you doing? Are your elves making alot of prasents? Here is what I wluold like for Christmasa. A Hot Wheels, Radr Gun, and Pirates of the Carribean Boats of Megablocks a Hal­ loween Costume the halloween sostume is a Ghoul that is a skelten ghoul and scream robe on the movie whith the knife. Love, Chase Dear Santa, How are you doing? Are your elves doing very very good? I bet they are doing very bery good and how is Mrs. Claus? Is she doing good? Santa I would like for Christmas a Bratz chair if that is not to much truble and I would like a gitare if that is not much truble but the most thing is a bed time shoes that vi­ brate. Santa I love you. Love, Amanda catch a cold. Its probably Love, Brooklyn cool up there, how bigger of a coat do you ware? If you Dear Santa, coud woud you bring me a how are your rein deer? SanYugio deck that woud beat ta how are you? How do you Eathen. The other one was fly in the sky? How are you heelys shoos, a hyper scan elves. I want you take me viteo game. Lasy but not to the North Pole. I want yo least a blow pen set. thank elves. I want a baby horse, you for the stuff from last I want a hamster and a dog year I love them. and some clothes and shoes, sincerely, Jonathon Love, Brittany R. dear santa, How are your reindeer? would like a spiderman. I Dear Santa, How are your reindeer do­ ing? Please bring me dino­ saur digs zoo tycoon. Please bring me the game Pokemon for game cube.Please bing me a plasma Dragon from magabloks.l more thing I like Dasher.He.s cool. Love, Travis Dear Santa, How are your elves? rHow are your reineed mayyou please get me A forweeler? may You please get me a for weller? pack of gum? may you please gat me a watch dear kyle Dear Santa, How is Mrs. Claus? How are your reindeer? Are you doing ok? Are the elves ok? For Chirstmas I want a PSP, a Bobby Labonte Gogurt Dodge 1/24, a Bobby Labonte T-Shirt Cheerios, a Bobby Labonte Cheerios Wall Clock, a Bobby Labonte Hulk Car 1/24. Love, Cheyenne dear santa, How are you doing? I want­ ed to know if mrs. claus and your elyes are doing ok. san­ ta I want some Heelys and I want a laptop and maybe some hairbows that are big enough for grown ups si I can share them with my momy. I sher with my momy. Do you have fun santa? Are your reindeer o.k.? Do they lisin? I hope they do. Do you work hard?Im sure you do sunta claus what do you make at your house? Love, Kiersten S. Dear Santa, How are you doing at the Northpole? I can not wait till you come to my house. I think Christmas will be exit­ ing this year. For Christmas I want a Pittsburgh uniform of the reciver and kikerand limen. And also Peppers and Smith of the panthers team. A real fourwiller with a hel­ met. A graber that has toys in it. And some movies of Drake and Josh. And some other gifts. Love, Colin E. Dear Santa, I would like to know how youand your elve's and your reindeer are doing. I would also like to know how Mrs. Claus is doing to. For Christ­ mas Iwould like the butter scoch pony and a bean bag with horses on it. I would also like a pair of shock shoes to.I would als like the that will lick you and the dog that comes with the animal print on it.And three more thing A bigger bicyle and a laptop and a puppy Siberian Husky. Love, Kaitlyn J. Dear santa claus How are your reindeers. Are your elves have they been busy. Have you been busy. Iwant a baby doll . I want a baby horse that I can ride . I want a baby girl baby doll.I want a baby puppy.If I get a baby puppyl will play whith it. Love, Kimberly D. 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Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2006_1219 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., December 19, 2006] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 24 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-12-19 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/8e444563c16574e5c88be8549b642042.pdf 9a116608383e8479d5a6e6a1b4aa8c8d PDF Text Text SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Merry Christmas from all of us at the Jefferson Post Friday December 22, 2006 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwJefTersonpost.com Volume 81, Issue 102 Pond Mtn. VFRD gets large grant by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Christmas came early for Pond Mountain Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department when members got word they were receiving a $128,250 grant to purchase a new truck. Just in time for the de­ partment's 20th anniversary as well, this will be their first new truck and their first fourwheel drive fire truck. "You hardly ever hear of someone at this end of the state receiving grants of this magnitude," said Assistant Chief Anthony Farmer."When dealing with a $35,000 budget each year, you can't afford a new truck. We've never been able to afford a new truck, al­ ways bought used ones. This is our first new vehicle in 20 years." The truck to be replaced is a 1969 pumper in service since 1991. Pond Mountain VFRD isn't sure what will be done with the old truck. They are planning a special celebration when the new truck arrives, probably some­ time in June 2007. They are still working on the details of purchase for a 2007 pumper/ tanker. "This really picked up mo­ rale in the fire department," Farmer said. "We had been talking about getting anoth­ er Used truck, then we got the email asking for our di­ rect deposit account number. They say, once you get that you pretty much have it. We got final approval last Friday (Dec. 15). It is quite a Christ­ mas present and for our 20th anniversary. People up here deserve the same amount of See Grant, page 5A Post photo by Linda Burchette Members of the Pond Mountain Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department celebrated Christmas early when they got word of a $128,250 grant from the Department of Homeland Security Assistance to Firefighters Grant program to purchase the first new fire truck in their 20 year history. School head speaks out by Jim Thompson Editor Photo courtesy of Gail Kirrstetter Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus visited with children at the Lansing Volunteer Fire Department Christmas party last weekend and provided gifts to the children, including the infant son of Assistant Chief Brandon Shepherd, held by Santa. Santa comes to Lansing by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Lansing Volunteer Fire Department celebrated its annual Christmas party for children on Sunday, Dec. 17. For over 12 years the depart­ ment's members have helped hundreds of children in the community have a brighter Christmas with gifts, refresh­ ments and a visit from Santa Claus. This year's party provided gifts for over 200 children who gathered at the fire sta­ tion with their families for the Christmas party. Toys and gifts, including a large bag of candy for each child, and food for the party were purchased with funds raised at the annual November barbecue. Firefighters served hamburgers and hot dogs and homemade desserts were pro­ vided by the auxiliary. Photo courtesy of Gail Kirrstetter Preceded by a fire truck, Santa and Mrs. Claus came to Lansing last Sunday for the Santa arrived in a real sleigh pulled by a four-wheeler since annual Lansing Volunteer Fire Department's Children's there was no snow for the Christmas Party. They arrived in a sleigh pulled by a fourreindeer. He enjoyed visiting wheeler. with the children and handing ter for the four-wheeler and the Lansing community for fi­ out gifts. sleigh, First Citizens Bank of nancial donations, and to the Appreciation is given to the Lansing, R&L Gulf, the Lan­ firefighters and their spouses following: KFC for cole slaw, sing Area Ladies Auxiliary, for preparation and gift wrap­ Rose's for gifts, Ernie Carpen- and friends and neighbors of ping. Superintendent Donnie Johnson says there is a misun­ derstanding about the schools' position on Christmas. "We were told by our insur­ ance company that if we had live trees in the schools, we would have to spray flame retardant on them," Johnson said in an interview Tuesday. "We told teachers they could do ar­ tificial trees in their classrooms. That is what we told them, but it is clear there were misunder­ standings." The result of these misunder­ standings was that the schools were trying to move Christmas out of the schools. "It has never been our in­ tent to supress religion in the schools," Johnson said. "But if teachers teach religion, they must teach cross culture. They cannot just teach one religion." That is not a local decision, but a result of state regulations re­ garding following the standard course of study. In a Dec. 14 email to teachers and administrators, Assistant Superintendent Phyllis Yates sought to clarify the situation. "It was never the intent of this office to offend anyone or to cen­ sor religion expression during Christmas," she wrote. "The ob­ jective was to remind personnel that under the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment, public schools must remain neutral concering religion in all their activities. Any subject mat­ ter contained in the standard course of study in social stud­ ies, literature, art, and music that informs students about the origins and significance of both the cultural and the religous as­ pects of Christmas is certainly permissible. As has been the case since the 1960s, care must be taken to teach about Christ­ mas in a manner that neither encourages nor discourages re­ ligious belief" Program helps grow small businesses by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor When people think of the Success Highway Individual Development Account (IDA) program, they may think first time home ownership. But the program offers assis­ tance as well for eligible cli­ ents interested in starting or improving a small business. The Micro Enterprise or Small Business IDA option has been growing slowly but steadily over the past year for Ashe and Alleghany residents. Patty Turner with Dreamgiver Interiors in Jef­ ferson Station is a fine ex­ ample of someone who has benefited from this program. Turner took her inte­ rior design business from a home-based operation to her new downtown West Jeffer­ son location with the help of Bud Hill and the Micro En­ terprise IDA option. Turner said she learned of the program through a fel­ low church member. She had been operating her business out of her basement and it was getting too big and she needed a storefront and of­ Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpo8t.com classified@jeffereonpost.com editorial@jeffereonpo8t.com Post photo by Linda Burchette Patty Turner, seated at right, is a successful participant in the Micro Enterprise IDA program coordinated by Bud Hill, seated next to Turner. Business professionals assisting with the program include, from left, Beth Dixon with Ashe Chamber of Commerce, Lynn Robinson with Ashe Partnership for Children, and Bill Sharp with SCORE. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 2,950 U.S. service people killed (as of 12/20) 22,421 U.S. service people wounded (as of 12/20) fice space. Her husband, Danny, handles the business end and Patty took care of the creative aspect, and they decided, she said, to go into business together. "We went in thinking ba­ sically we'd get funding, and our great surprise was the support we got," she said. "I wondered if we were mak­ ing the right decisions, and would it go in Ashe County, and what a difference it made having someone beside you saying it will go and being supportive. We also learned details like the legal aspects we hadn't thought of, and they offered advice and sup­ port. We got so much more than funding. This county is very rich in talented people, but not necessarily witn busi­ ness sense. That's where this program can really help." The Micro Enterprise IDA option offers those who qualify the opportunity to meet with a mentor who will help them develop a business plan, explained IDA Coordi­ nator Bud Hill. In addition, they will receive marketing Board setsJanuary meeting dates The January meetings for the Ashe County Board of Commissioners have been changed due to the fact that both regular meetings will fall and networking advice, gain understanding of licensing and other local regulations, and have the opportunity for special publicity when they open their new or improved business. Patty Turner and her fam­ ily conducted an official rib­ bon-cutting and open house through the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce when they joined the chamber and opened their business in Jef­ ferson Station in late No­ vember. As with all IDA program options, said Hill, the par­ ticipant will be asked to save $1,000. The savings is then matched with a $2,000 grant that is targeted for use in the business. "We are fortunate to have a talented and experienced group of business profes­ sionals who volunteer their time to assist us in the Micro Enterprise program option," Hill said. • These members include: • Bill Sharp, a retired executive who volunteers his See IDA, page 5A More holiday closings Ashe County Public Library will be closed on Christmas Day and Dec. 26, as well as on holidays, New Year's Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday. The meetings will be held on New Year's Day. They will reopen Dec. 27 from the Christmas holiday, and Jan. 2 from New Year's. Monday, Jan. 8 and Monday, Jan. 22, 2007. To be placed on the agenda or for more Just as a reminder, the Jefferson Post will be closed on Monday. Deadline for classified adver­ information, contact County Clerk Ann Clark tising in the Jan. 2 issue is Dec. 28 at 9 a.m. at 219-2501. �PAGF. 2A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2006 JEFFERSON POST J j The Jefferson Post Presents... 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Her grandparents are Lannie and Marty Jones, Larry and Elizabeth and William Wyrick 60th anniversary November 22, 1946 at 6 p.m., at the home of Dave and Gwyn Weaver in Smethport, their daughter, Elizabeth, be­ comes the bride of William Wyrick of West Jefferson. November 26, 2006 at 3 p.m., at the home of their niece, Martha Vannoy at Jef­ ferson Landing, Elizabeth and William renewed their wed­ ding vows with Reverend Greg Plott, their pastor, officiating. Nieces Martha Vannoy and Ann Burge honored the coupled by hosting a 60th wed­ ding anniversary party. Music from the '40's played while 48 friends and family came to celebrate with the couple. Ev­ eryone enjoyed the fellowship and had a great time. Michael Dallas Houck and Cristy Sueann Eldreth Eldreth-Houck plan June wedding Hattie and Ralph Sheets Couple marks 68th anniversary Ralph and Hattie Sheets will celebrate their 68th wedding anniversary on December 24. Their children are: Gil­ bert, Shirley, Sheila, Bar­ bara, Linda, James and Larry. Baby News Bill and Dorothy Cline of Lansing, and Jerry and Gail Eldreth of Lansing, are pleased to announce the en­ gagement of their daughter, Cristy Sueann Eldreth to Michael Dallas Houck, son of Dentise and Pauline Houck. Cristy is a 1999 graduate of Northwest Ashe and has a Bachelors Degree in Busi­ ness Administration from Gardner-Webb University. She is employed by SkyLine Membership Corporation as a Customer Service Assistant. Michael is a 199 graduate of Beaver Creek and has an As­ sociates Degree in Diesel Me­ chanics from Wilkes Commu­ nity College. He is employed by Chandler Concrete as a Breathe... Don't Burn! Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. IT S ILLEGAL TO BURN: Destiny Travis and Damian Craig of Fleetwood announce the birth of their daughter, Gianna Simone Craig. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on De­ cember 18, 2006, weighed seven pounds, two ounces. She was twenty and a half inches long. Her grandparents are Greta and Reggie Hamilton, and Kim Sales. Melissa Ann Moretz-Hoosier and Derek Lee Hoosier of War­ rensville announce the birth of their son, Ricky Kal-el Hoosier. He was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on December 17, 2006. He weighed seven pounds, eight ounces, and was ninteen inches long. His grandparents are Ed­ die and Shelia Hoosier, Alvin and Shirley Meddley, and Bob and Jane Moretz. alt twr new parenti! Debbie Jones,and Betty Hernan­ dez Gonzales. She was welcomed home by her brother, Sebastian Albino. Tiffany Diane Combs and Jimmy Chakmakis of West Jef­ ferson announce the birth of their daughter, Maddison Angel Combs. Maddison was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on De­ cember 11, 2006. She weighed six pounds, eleven ounces, and was 18.8 inches long. 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Winners will be announced the week of 1/08/07. �Public Opinion ...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus On Sept. 20,1897, Francis P. Church, an editor at The New York Sun, was handed this letter and asked to write a reply for the editorial page of the next day's edition: Dear Editor— I am 8 years old. Some of my little friends say there is no Santa Claus. Papa says, "If you see it in The Sun, it's so." Please tell me the truth, is there a Santa Claus? Virginia O'Hanlon His answer is an American classic: Virginia, your little friends are wrong. They have been affected by the scepti­ cism of a sceptical age. They do not believe except they see. They think that nothing can be which is not com­ prehensible by their little minds. All minds, Virginia, whether they be men's or children's are little. In this great universe of ours man is a mere insect, an ant, in his intellect, as compared with the boundless world about him, as measured by the intelligence capable of grasping the whole of truth and knowledge. Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus. He exists as certainly as love and gener­ osity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give to your life its high­ est beauty and joy. Alas! how dreary would be the world if there were no Santa Claus! It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no child­ like faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence. We should have no enjoyment, except in sense and sight. The eter­ nal light with which child­ hood fills the world would be extinguished. Not believe in Santa Claus! You might as well not believe in fairies! You might get your papa to hire men to watch in all the chimneys on Christmas eve to catch Santa Claus, but even i you did not see Santa Claus coming down, what would that prove? Nobody sees Santa Claus, but that is no sign that there is no Santa Claus. The most real things in the world are those that neither children nor men can see. Did you ever see fairies dancing on the lawn? Of course not, but that's no proof that they are not there. Nobody can conceive or imagine all the wonders there are unseen and unsee­ able in the world. You tear apart the baby's rattle and see what makes the noise inside, but there is a veil covering the unseen world which not the stron­ gest man, nor even the unit­ ed strength of all the stron­ gest men that ever lived, could tear apart. Only faith, fancy, poetry, love, romance, can push aside that curtain and view and picture the supernal beauty and glory beyond. Is it all real? Ah, Virginia, in all this world there is nothing else real and abiding. No Santa Claus! Thank God! he fives, and he fives forever. A thousand years from now, Virginia, nay, ten times ten thousand years from now, he will continue to make glad the heart of childhood. We may add that Virginia's father, Philip O'Hanlon, was a doctor who worked as a coroner's assistant for the New York Police Department. His daughter, the writer of this letter, went on to earn a doctorate and have a 47year career in New York City schools as a teacher and principal. She died, aged 81, in 1971. Over the years, she received many letters, espe­ cially from children, because of this letter and editorial. She always answered each one personally, enclosing a copy of "Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus." Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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' 4A FR I D A Y , DECEMBER 22, *006 Our hospital is wonderful 1 WANT 1R00P5 AWb To the Editor: A word of thanks to Ashe Memorial Hospital for we are so lucky to have such a good facility in our county. For our great young doctors we have, and especially Dr. Badger, and the nursing staff. They were so good to me. I have been out there three times this year and could have nev­ er been treated better. Where else could you go where they'd bring you in bedtime snacks with your name on them and sit and talk to you. I'm so thankful again for our won­ derful hospital. Eula Dollar Warrensville A(,i 100 B*lU0N ttoK PoLlPKS Awr> victoey AND... qOU'U v^oup. 00T W A CHRISTMAS STCRV Letters to the Editor What should we wish for about North Carolina's economy? The beginning of a new year is a time for setting goals, making plans and developing wish lists. Although some of what we hope for may ulti­ mately be beyond our reach, for many, it's good to have a roadmap for where they want to head. Here are my three wishes for the state's economy for the new year. That North Carolina will continue to be an attractive state in which existing busi­ nesses grow and expand and new businesses locate and people are employed. North Carolina has been doing well recently in the jobs race. In 2006, the state added more than 100,000 net new jobs, and we're adding employees faster than the na­ tion. Yet although I certainly hope it could be true, it's unlikely my wish can apply to every industry and every business in the state. Our economy is ever-changing. Sven in the best of times, some industries contract and some companies shut down, while others expand and grow. This is just the nature of a competitive economy, where firms are always innovating and jockeying for a greater share of customers. But today—and especially in North Carolina—there is the added element of tur- bulence caused globy ba1i z ation and the fun­ damental restruc­ turing of our econ­ omy. Tra­ ditional Mike Walden manufactu rin g has downsized, while new manufacturing and services have upsized. This means some industries will be chal­ lenged to hold on to sales and workers, while others will enjoy a widening commercial base. To continue to attract new businesses, North Carolina will have to rely on key fac­ tors like a skilled workforce, a reasonable cost of living, good schools and infrastruc­ ture and an efficient tax system that supplies needed revenues without penalizing success. I wish that workers and families in North Carolina would earn enough to improve their standard of living. The American—and North Carolinian—dream is to work hard and get ahead. For mil­ lions of North Carolinians, this strategy has worked. Since 1980, the average wage rate of North Carolina work­ ers increased 20 percent, after inflation, and average house­ hold income (also after infla­ tion) jumped 13 percent. Over the same period, the percent­ age of North Carolina house­ holds earning above $100,000 (in constant purchasing pow­ er dollars) doubled. Increasingly, however, just working hard in a job isn't enough. Workers have to have the right training and skills to get ahead today. For instance, since 2000 the only workers whose wage rate has risen faster than inflation are those with college degrees. Also, workers in professional occupations have seen their pay rates increase much more than those in other occupa­ tions. All this means that edu­ cational opportunities are crucial for the economic wellbeing of North Carolinians. Both beginning and older workers must recognize that education is the single most important factor today that separates those moving for­ ward and those not. I wish that all decision makers—individuals, fami­ lies, businesses and govern­ ments—understand that re­ sources are limited and that all choices involve tradeoffs between things we'd like to have. As my mother used to say, you can't have your cake and eat it too! If I spend more on clothes, I have less to spend on food and books. Or if a gov­ ernment increases the budget for health care, it may have a smaller budget for education and transportation. We can't have everything we want when we want it. Economic tradeoffs include choices involving time. If the Waldens borrow money to buy a new car today, they'll have less money to spend in the fu­ ture. So the Waldens are trad­ ing off a new car today for fewer things later. But there is one exception to this rule. If the spending is done on an investment that pays a big return—like a growth stock or education in one's abili­ ties—then spending more to­ day can actually lead to more income in the future. These are my simple wish­ es for all North Carolinians. Make your own decisions about how we can improve the economy and economic decision-making in 2007. Have a happy and prosper­ ous New Year! Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ liam Neal Reynolds Professor and extension economist in the Department of Agricultur­ al and Resource Economics of N.C. State University's College of Agriculture and Life Sci­ ences. He teaches and writes on personal finance, economic outlook and public policy. Regional approach needed for water quality RALEIGH — North Caro­ lina's Clean Water Manage­ ment Trust Fund was a good idea at its creation 10 years ago. For the most part, it re­ mains a good idea - spending tens of millions of tax dollars a year on a legitimate state function, protecting water quality, by buying land from property owners rather than just confiscating it or regulat­ ing it into worthlessness. Unfortunately, like so many similar initiatives, it has proved to be less praise­ worthy in practice than in theory. Spending tax money to purchase wetlands or re­ duce runoff may constitute environmental protection, but it also constitutes pay­ outs to landowners. Those who get the money, or five near those who get it, will be happy. Those who don't, or don't, won't. They'll pres­ sure the board managing the funds to spread some their way. Politics will intrude, and sometimes trump good policy. Furthermore, while the original idea may have been to bank environmentally sen­ sitive land so it wouldn't be developed, the trust fund also makes grants to local water and sewer authorities to make system improvements. This is not as good an idea. While faulty systems do affect com­ munities downstream, bailing them out with funds collected from taxpayers statewide re­ duces the incentive to keep water and sewer facilities in good working order and to charge accurate prices for wa­ ter and sewer service. Keep­ ing the price artificially low creates incen­ tives for still more develop­ ment in environ­ mentally sensitive a John Hood r e a s , and thus more de­ mand for w a t e r and sewer. According to a recent re­ port in The Fayetteville Ob­ server, politics appears not only to have intruded in the operation of the Clean Water Management Trust Fund but also to have contributed to the departure of Bill Holman, until recently the executive director of the fund. Holman doesn't seem to have been willing to play ball with the appropriate politicians. The Observer cited the case of Brunswick County. The governor fives there (well, when he's not visiting Ra­ leigh). Other politically con­ nected people live there. Lots and lots of folks are moving there each year from across the country, putting a strain on the local infrastructure. But many of these newcomers are also relatively affluent. Shouldn't they pay appropri­ ate taxes, fees, and charges to maintain an adequate water and sewer system? Instead, Brunswick is the largest re­ cipient of trust fund money, $28 million over the past 10 years. Back in October, The Char­ lotte Observer reported an­ other troubling case in which the Easley administration allegedly put pressure on the trust fund board to approve a land purchase in Caldwell and Wilkes counties. Associ­ ates ol the property owners turned out to be significant, and in some cases surprising, donors to Easley's political campaign. Lawmakers and local of­ ficials in other parts of the state, annoyed by the flow of funds to some counties, may be tempted to seek changes in the trust-fund board to en­ sure that their communities are next in fine to get a "fair share" of the proceeds. That's not the right solution. It will turn distribution of the funds even more into a pork-bar­ rel process driven by legisla­ tive seniority and partisan­ ship. Besides, the fact of the matter is that water-quality problems are not evenly dis­ tributed across North Caro­ lina. The current statewide approach doesn't just invite political meddling - it also has the effect of taxing some parts of the state to subsidize development in other parts of the state with less capacity to handle the resulting environ­ mental stresses. Policymakers should con­ sider breaking up the state­ wide trust fund into regional funds, based around river ba­ sins, each with its own board and deriving its revenue from taxes levied within each re­ gion. Water-quality concerns, rather than politics or eco­ nomic development, should still be the criteria for mak­ ing expenditures. But a re­ gional approach has the added advantages of bringing decisions closer to the affect communities and reducing the subsidy of development in sensitive areas. There's been lots of talk lately about how North Car­ olina's communities should think and act more regionally when addressing common problems that spill over their borders. Water quality would be a good place to start. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2006 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Grant continued from front page fire protection as the people in West Jefferson or in Char­ lotte." Farmer said the Pond Mountain members love what they do and want to provide the best fire protec­ tion they can for their friends and neighbors as well as their own families. "We've got a good group of people," he said. "We're a tight knit group and we all get along real well." This grant comes from the Department of Home­ land Security Assistance to Firefighters Grant program. Nationally, the AFG awards, distributed in phases, will ultimately provide approxi­ mately $485 million to about 4,500 fire-related organiza­ tions. Pond Mountain VFRD Chief Lee Denny said the grant is very competitive, and this is the fifth year Pond Mountain has applied for this grant. It is a step procress through a panel of fire associ­ ate peers. This year, there were about 18,000 applications totaling nearly $2.5 billion in grant requests. Since 2004, the AFG program has provided more than $2.4 billion in grants. Through the AFG program, a news release states, the De­ partment of Homeland Se­ curity awards grants to fire­ fighters, emergency response personnel, and first responders throughout the country to enhance response capabili­ ties and to more effectively protect the health and safety of the public, with respect to fire and other hazards. The grants provide resources for local fire departments and emergency medical services programs to purchase or re­ ceive training, conduct first responder health and safety program, and buy equipment and response vehicles. "The USFA (U.S. Fire Ad­ ministration) is trying to get all fire departments up to standards of equipment," Farmer said. "The truck we are replacing is 38 years old, and it was used when we bought it. We asked for a fourwheel drive truck to be able to access the areas we serve. We needed that for a pumper. We probably have the highest grade roads in the county." "The Assistance to Fire­ fighters Grants program has been instrumental in building capacity and has provided needed resources for our nation's firefighters," said Under Secretary for Pre­ paredness George Foresman in the news release. "From the purchase of equipment to first responder training, the AFG program has had an im­ mensely positive impact on fire related initiatives which under the umbrella of the Partnership for Children at Family Central, and her role is cheerleader for Bud and supporting him while he supports the program partic­ ipants. The Partnership has a lot of contact with families, she said, and can help direct them to the IDA program if that is what they need for homeownership, small busi­ ness, or education beyond high school. Beth Dixon said she has worked with Hill on several cases and the chamber can provide a comfortable and non-threatening environ­ ment for entrepreneurs inter­ ested in their own businesses by providing resources and networking opportunities. "The chamber is pleased to partner with Bud and his program," Dixon said. "The mission of the chamber is to support and promote busi­ ness, and this is a very spe­ cific way to fulfill our mission. We love it. We offer a link to other organizations for men­ toring, networking and sup­ port. We just let them know we're there for them." "Eighty-five percent of the chamber membership is small business, and the entrepreneurship spirit is always here in Ashe," Dixon added. "An entrepreneur is a creative person with a cre­ ative idea or concept and no idea how to make that a busi­ ness. We take them and mold them into a business person and their chance of success is greater." Hill said program par­ ticipants need to have a pas­ sionate and serious attitude about starting or improving a business before joining the IDA program. "We are a resource to help someone get started," he said. "We've got to believe that the person has a passion and a desire to open a business. We have folks come in with ideas, but they need a busi­ ness plan, and if they are not willing to do the work they won't succeed. They have to have a vision for that busi­ ness and be willing to go through what they have to go through with to make it happen." Turner understood the concept. "You get so excited about your own ideas, but you don't want to get so ex­ cited that you don't see the outside view and reality," she said. "This was a very posi­ tive experience. We wouldn't be here without the IDA pro­ gram. We wouldn't have been open and polished and recep­ tive to the community. And I think the exposure here at Jefferson Station is definite­ ly on the uprise. It is a great location for me because I'm not necessarily dependent upon walk-through traffic." Dixon said it offers a strong sense of professional­ ism to have a storefront, and Turner noted that is also of­ fered her clients a good sense of her design ideas. "Your passion has paid off because you have done it the way it should be done," Dixon told Turner. "You are a model for others." Hill said he really enjoyed working with the Turner's on their business. "It was so ex­ citing to see Patty and Dan­ ny from the day they came to the office go through the pro­ cess and get over the obsta­ cles and stumbling blocks," he said, "and to see it come to fruition is so wonderful. It's hard to put into words." Hill hopes others will take advantage of the opportunity the Micro Enterprise IDA op­ tion offers in small business ownership. The first step is to contact him at Family Central and he will link the client with all the available resources. "It's a step by step pro­ gram," said Turner, "and not at all intimidating." "I hope many people in reading about Patty's ad­ venture will call us and ex­ plore the possibilities," said Hill. "It's a great way to start 2007." To find out more about the Micro Enterprise IDA option, call Bud Hill at 982-4588, ex­ tension 249, or email him at: budhill20@hotmail.com. IDA continued from front page time with the Boone branch of the Senior Core of Retired Executives (SCORE), a na­ tionwide organization that provides free business assis­ tance to more than 300,000 entrepreneurs each year. SCORE is a resource partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration. • Beth Dixon, execu­ tive director of the Ashe County Chamber of Com­ merce, who is at the center of business activity in Ashe and provides counseling and mentoring for the Micro En­ terprise IDA clients. • Neal Hardison, a re­ tired executive who brings years of experience from the non-profit field and serves as liaison to the program repre­ senting the board of the Ashe County Partnership for Chil­ dren. • Carol Coulter, execu­ tive director of Family Cen­ tral. • Lynn Robinson, ex­ ecutive director of the Ashe Partnership for Children. Bill Sharp said that SCORE consultants are all retired business people who have made successful careers in their various fields and can offer advice from that experience to others going into business. He said mem­ bers have to have moved up the business ladder to an executive level. His experi­ ence is in the auto industry beginning with manufactur­ ing and retiring as a partner with one of the first mega groups including Toyota, Mercedes and Chrysler. "We are volunteers with various backgrounds who have been there and done that and made mistakes so we want to help other peo­ ple avoid those mistakes," said Sharp. "We are a car­ ing group that wants to give back to the community." Although he works out of the Boone office of SCORE, Sharp lives in Ashe and is willing to meet here with Mi­ cro Enterprise IDA clients in a less formal environment. Lynn Robinson said that the IDA program operates Notice of Public Hearing West Jefferson Board of Aldermen January 4, 2007 The West Jefferson Board of Alderman will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, January 4,2007 at 5:50pm. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the closing of .07miles (375') of Crescent Lane in West Jefferson. Resolution North Carolina Department of Transportation Request for Abandonment from the State Maintained Secondary Road System North Carolina County of Ashe Road Description: Secondary Road 1249 Crescent Lane (.07 mi=approx. 375') WHEREAS, the attached petition has been filed with the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson requesting that the above described section of road, the location of which has been indicated in black on the attached map, be abandoned from the Secondary Road System, and WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen is of the opinion that the above described road should be abandoned by the Secondary Road System. NOW. THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson that the Division of Highways is hereby requested to review the above described road, and to abandon the specified section of road from future State Maintenance, provided all residents/property owners affected are in concurrence and that this action will not have a negative impact to the general traveling public. Certificate The foregoing resolution was duly adopted by the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson at a meeting on the 5th day of October, 2006. Attachments available at West Jefferson Town Hall has directly resulted in sav­ ing lives and property in communities throughout the United States." Members of the Pond Mountain VFRD are: Chief Lee Denny; Assistant Chiefs Anthony Farmer and Rick Bauguess; Lt. Chad Denny; Captains Ed Hoosier, James Patrick and Louie Wilson; Treasurer Mike Farmer; Secretary Lynn Farmer; Board President Larry Den­ ny; Board Members Harold Jones, Joe Welch, Ed Hoosier, Mike Farmer, Danny Farmer, Rob Miller; Junior Captain Chucky Denny; Photographer Robin Bauguess; Elizabeth Farmer, Dorothy Bauguess, Sue Denny, Tonya Denny, Da­ vid Higgins, Bill Payne, Eric Medley, Greg Humphries, Chris Campbell, Dennis Miller, Dustin Blevins, Roger Carpenter, Thomas Farmer, Jimmy Patrick, Terry Woods, Linda Wilson and Ashley Os­ borne. Pond Mountain and some other Ashe County fire and emergency response organi­ zations have recently ben­ efited from grants from the North Carolina Department Boards setjoint meeting Ashe County Board of Commissioners will conduct a joint meeting with the Ashe County Planning Board on Thursday, Jan. 18 at 3 p.m. prior to the regular planning board meeting at 5:30 p.m. Purpose of the joint meet­ ing is to discuss subdivision development in the county's floodplains. Location of the meeting will be announced at a later date. Earlier this month the plan­ ning board, through County Planner Zach Edwardson, re­ quested a joint meeting with the commissioners to discuss floodplain development and a potential moratorium on subdivision development in the county's floodplains in re­ sponse to concern in the Todd community. Subscribe to the Jefferson Post today! Call 846-7164 and start saving money! of Insurance through the 2006 Volunteer Rescue/EMS grant program. Those receiving these awards are: Ashe Coun­ ty Rescue Squad - $10,029; Helton Ambulance Service (Township Inc) - $1,719.18; Lansing Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department - $2,309; Pond Mountain Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department - $2,700; and Warrensville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department - $6,196.48. SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM Theatre One ® Charlotte's Web £ Theatre Two Eragon Superior Pontiac Buick GMC Welcomes Tom Miller to the Sales Staff Tom uloutd tike to incite all his friends & neighbors to stop by, Visit, and see Why Superior is Ashe County's GM Superstore ASHE COUNTY'S 0 SUPERSTORE Pontiac • Buick • GMC West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-8815 Shop Online at www.clicksuperior.com TAX LISTING TIME As before, all owners of taxable property except tagged motor vehicles, must submit a listing to the Tax Assessor during the month of January. Also anyone making improvements or changes to real property this past year must report those changes to the Tax Assessor during the month of January. Failure to submit a timely listing will result in penalties in addition to the taxes owed. Listing forms will be mailed the end of December and listings will be accepted beginning January 2nd. Listing forms will only be sent to those individuals who listed personal property in the previous year. New business owners or anyone not receiving a listing form who has personal property to list or changes in real property to report may obtain a form at the Tax Assessor's office. All listing forms must be relumed to the Assessor's office or postmarked by January 31 to avoid a 10% late listing penalty. Any person or business who needs an extension of time to complete their tax listing must request an extension by January 31, 2007. Such a request must be in writing and extensions will be granted for no longer than April 15, 2007. For anyone needing assistance in listing, you may come to the Tax Assessor's office Monday - Friday between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., or call 219-2554. The Assessor's office is located in Suite 2200 of the new Courthouse in Jefferson. Persons who are either at least 65 years old or totally and permanently disabled, may apply for an exemption which will be the greater of 50% of the appraised value of their residence or $20,000. To qualify you must be a permanent resident of Ashe County and your disposable income must not exceed $20,500. If you are totally and permanently disabled a doctor's statement is required. If you have already applied and are receiving this exemption another application is not necessary unless your residence, income, or disability status has changed. If you need to apply, you may obtain an application at the Tax Assessor's office. The deadline for this application is June 1, 2007. REMEMBER - Real property is no longer required to be listed annually. Only improvements or changes to real property must be reported. - All taxable personal property except tagged motor vehicles must be listed in January as before. - Forms will only be sent to those who listed personal property the previous year. - New business owners that do not receive a listing form should contact the Assessor's office for instructions. - Anyone with questions may call 219-2554, or come by the Assessor's office in the new Courthouse. - Return or postmark all forms by January 31st to avoid a late listing penalty of 10%. Keith Little County Assessor Telephone (336) 219-2554 �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2006 JEFFERSON POST in or * Born: November 28. 2006 parents: Shannon & Chrissy Calloway Grandparents: Jerry & Marie Calloway. Max & Joyce Critch/ield \, Born: August 2006 parents: Br. Chris & Mrs. tleaj[ Campbell Grandparents: Jim & patty Childress. 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Born: August 7.2006 parents: April Weaver & 0rie J Grandparents: Unda & Ronnie Miller. Biane & Kenny Weaver, kicy & Tim Barker m �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2006 Born: Born: September 15, 2006 m parents: HUen & Jeannine Ostame Grandparents: Carl St Linda ( . . Osborne, Larry Sturgill, ipenny Bottoms, papaw "Ronnie r \ vt. x.\ •%>. Born: January 9, 2006 parents: ^onny St $)ebbie Cller Grandparents: <Dianne& 4| J.f). Cller, Brenda St Herbert Sheets September 16, 2006 parents: Mike Stjoni perry Grandparents: §arah Laroeo, "Denise Hannaford, John tlannaford •%». Born: September 19,2006 parents: §antana Brooks Grandparents: Mark & Geneva Brooks Born: July 16, 2006 parents: Timothy St Laurie Beaver Grandparents: Bob St Teena ( . . 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Marty Jones, Larry St Debbie Jones, Beatriz Gonzalez ^ ^ ^ k Hernandez Born: November 27,2006 parents: John St Rebecca Roark Jennings 4| Grandparents: flnthony Roark St Barbara Roark A fV *1 *1 Presented by the Jefferson Post for �PAGE 8A FRIPAY/ DECEMBER 22, 2006 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Pastor collects nativity sets from around the world their own views of God in by Sandra Brands UM News Services their lives. Nativities can help par ­ The traditional Nativity set usually has a straw-filled manger in a facsimile of a stable, surrounded by a Mary, Joseph, three kings, a couple of shepherds and a hovering angel—often with European features—and an assortment . least, of animals ' ents teach children about the Christian faith, she says. "I encourage parents to have a Nativity set (that) children can play with and can use to tell the Christmas story." 4God Each year, a t the begin­ ning of Advent, Rowell un­ wraps her Nativity sets and displays them throughout ­ At that s the tradi tional Nativity in some parts of the world In other parts of the world the depiction of Christ s birth might take . , ' place on a beach, at the foot of a volcano or in an igloo. The three kings might come wearing fur coats, and the animals might be a water buffalo, a llama or a walrus. What makes up a tradi­ tional Nativity set depends on who's making the Nativ­ ity scene. That 's what makes col­ lecting sets from around the world so fascinating, says the Rev. Jan Rowell, pastor at Scotia United Methodist Church near Albany. "The Christmas story is about God coming among the people, being with us in Je­ sus," she says. "Each Nativity seems to reflect the impor­ tant part of the story to each culture. These (Nativities) help people connect to the story because they see their own faces. "The Nativity sets demon­ strate the universality of the story," she says. "It's not con­ fined to one culture." The Burmese set has a her house. Often, she brings a few to church for the year. "I keep a few sets out, of­ ten connected to a certain place to remind me of the people," she says. This year, she displayed sets from Af­ rica, Ecuador and Mexico. Rowell began collecting Nativities while in junior high school. Her first set was United Methodist Church, built the crfcche. Rowell add­ ed a figure a year. Today, she has 40 Nativity scenes, some of which she's purchased through online auctions, some from a sweatfree shop in Albany and oth­ ers while on Volunteer-InMission trips. A number of the sets have been given to her as gifts . She even has one of toothpicks and dowels made by her daughter, Eliza­ beth, as a school project. "What I look for is how people of different cultures would depict Christ coming among them and in their culture," Rowell explains, "because Emmanuel is 'God with us.'" UMNS photo by Sandra Brands The Rev. Jan Rowell, pastor at Scotia United Methodist Church near Albany, N.Y., displays part of her collection of Nativity sets. Rowell began collecting in junior high school and now has 40 sets from around the world. Her collection includes pieces from Africa, Ecuador, Japan, India and Mexico, and a set made with toothpicks and dowels by her daughter, Elizabeth. ditional to make the Nativ ­ ity scenes out of olive wood. to Red Bird Mission in Ken­ large number of animals.The Japanese images of Mary and Joseph seem rooted in por­ trayals of the Buddha. Jesus is sleeping in a basket swing hanging from the rafters of a Laotian house on stilts. From India comes the brass candle­ stick with the colorful enam­ eled Nativity scene. A pitchblack set obtained while on a Volunteer-In-Mission trip tucky is carved from coal. "A lot of the people in that area (Kentucky) worked in the mines," Rowell says. Like so many of the sets, the coal Nativity is an example of how people take the ordinary in their environment and trans­ form it into art that tells the Christmas story, she says. I n the Holy Land, it's tra­ Assembly of God Church Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC In Burma and Laos, bamboo is used. The Asante and Ke­ nyan sets use ebony. Another set from Red Bird Mission is made of corn husks. For Rowell, the Nativi­ ties are also a teaching tool, showing how different cul­ tures understand God as well as helping people clarify Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Corner of Faw-Rotand <S McNeil Sis • Jefferson 188 Wuf • Left on McNeil. One Block) Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd < I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY Community ( are 6:00PM I Prayer A Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry, Tern lime) "A Church focused-on faith, family A the Julurt" 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service • 11:00am Swulii) Evening Worship • 7:00pm Wednesday- Evening 7:00pm Sunday Evening • 6:00 p.m. Baldmountainchureh.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com Wednesday Nighi Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Bethany United Methodist Church 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Friendly Grove Baptist Church Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Worship * 11:00 AM 846-7481 of Warrensville //. 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Sutures,flight,1JI0p,nt. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Wprfftip at 6:00 p.m. Worship ni J 1:00 a.m. Hi.n Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 115 East Main St., Jefferson. NC (336)246-9512 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service We would love to have you come worship with us. 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00 p.tn Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Mormng 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting Robert St. off Bare I Church) 846-9378 North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion Rev. J.F. Heteher Memorial Baptist Church (Episcopalian) 201 South St just off East Main), Jefferson, NC (336)246-9642 Family Time Fellowship - 9:30AM Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship -11:00AM Sunday Evening Worship - 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study-7:00PM Nursery provided for all senices Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come Join us for a joyful worship experience. "Loves you and wants you l*mr:T!mRato I , - i t Leading the lost lo Christ with Love to fellowship with us every Sunday!" WorshipTimes: Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Hwy. 163 West Jefferson WORSHIP -10:30 A.M. w Pastor Rick Miller a °°^1 Sunday School • 10:00 tun. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Praver & Bible Study - 7:00 I Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. We have <i nursery and children churches awlitable Seventh-Day Adventist Church Casual & Contemporary 1957 US Hwy 221 N. Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Chrisl Centered Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community ° ° n Releasing others to conunue on Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear Presbyterian Church Non-Denominational Jefferson United Methodist Church Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. famil y worshipping Mount Jefferson Evening Sen ice 6:30 p.m. Pastor Sean Rrignutn 246-9031 Sunday School -10:00A.M. We mule sou to join us for a God centered, Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Crum/thr, NC NC Sunday School • 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Sendees 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Sendees • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Seniccs: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Senice 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome!_ Minister Creighton Beatty Healing Springs Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Rev. David Grinnell • V82-2080 Sunday School 9:50a.m. Wcjf Jefferson • Since IH90 • 846-3795 Fleetwood, NC 846-3954 "Join us in worship to Christ" 891 Friendship Baptist Church RdJefferson. Pastor, Chris Cox Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church ll:0(>^0:(t()pm Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Barnett St. • West Jeff erson Sunday Worship Service - and He blessed them " Luke24:50 Big Flatts Baptist Church Cornerstone Fellowship Sunday• School -10:00 am "And He led them as far as to Bethany... Beaver Creek Christian Church 221 Burnett St.. (Off Buck Mm. Rood) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Warship 11:00 a.m. ru Evening Worship 6:00 p.m ,,Wednesday,7:Q0 p.m. Bible. Study 846-56/5 Church 0(1 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School 9:45a.m. Jesus sleeps in a basket swing hanging from the rafters of a Laotian house on stilts. Church of Christ at West Jefferson Blue Ridge Worship Center Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Pastor: Kevin Morgan with us' from a Woolworth store, and her father, Bill McClary, a member of Burnt Hills (N.Y.) St. Francis of Assist Catholic Church Reverend Joseph Dinh 246-9151 Main <5 Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass • 9:00 an Saturday Evening Mass 5:00PM English & 7:00CM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Christmas Eve Vigil Mass - 9:00pm Christmas Day Mass - 9:00am St. Mary's Church Wtwr Jefferson • 10:00 a.m. Christmas Eve - Family Serv ice 7:00pm Holy Eucharist 11:00pm Christmas Day Holy Eucharist 10:00pm factor- The fas. Stephen Miller • Phone • 982-307ft Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come as you are, yfiu will be loved '' Sunday School 10:00 a.in. Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Welcome Home Baptist Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church Warrensville United Methodist Church Pastor James T. Sechresl 336-846-2429 194 nnd 88 Witt, Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a m. Sunday Night Senices 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m Missions Building by Faith Promise 192 Church Street Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM 336-384-3391 Sunday Evening* (2nd & 4(h) • 7:00PM Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship - 11 :00AM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Visitors become family Office Phone: 336-982-94111 • far. Lonnit Jones - Pastor Sunday School • 10:00AM Youth Services • Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available Pastor Home: 336-384-.1188 • Cell: 336-977-118)9 — West Jefferson United Methodist Church RCH DIRECTO Worshi Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided s n p We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 • • • MWgWBW Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. Pl233* Jefferson -Hut 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONS SUPPLY, INC. 141 Lyalle Lane, Jefferson, NC (Juet off Aehe Rark Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-992-9921 JP JEFFERSON POST 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jefferaonpotit.com 336-846-7164 mmam • Continental Frame Shop * * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth * * Member of the "We Caie Program* uaing Safety-Kleen Environmental Service BURGESS & SON BODY SHOP Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • Weat Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Builders Supply "CompUte Unt oj Hutldinf Supplies " Termite & Pest Control 336-246-3367 CHURCH'S TIRE SERVICE Steakhouse Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 k 163 Intersection Glendale Springe, N.C. « 336-982-3060 r/r/ DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP 502 Jefferson Ave. sygj 336-246-8806 — "A"! NC Jefferson, All Types Dozer Work Hauling dtTrackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 Compliments of 13560 Hwy. 221-S Fleetwood Mountain Aire Seafood & VANNOY & SONS COMPANY automotive needs BLUERiTXE Sffc We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters oloctrlc me-enttme-Mp corp. Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County tor over 20 Years e rw» nJja The Jewel Shoppe H&W Oil Company 785 East Main Street 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE The Mountain Village Shopping Center Your Fun Service Oil Company Jefferaon.NC Call 846-9241 Hopkins Auto Express Minor Repslrt Tin Sake Kwik Lube, Inc. 336-246-4155 ASHE COINTY CHEESE Bottling Company ty Or Mowtin CMtar Own 246-4591 Owner/Manager • David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC •246-5945 \ •UrfrolMIMF 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 wivxv.ashememorial.org ToGoMoMibrr Satan" v ('V)ETRf\{ IP Now Open for Sunday 336*246-5222 • Dowift 108 S. Jefferson Ave* West £ 739 US Hwy 221 Bus Mt. Jefferson Oil kkf fnaiu^lAna NL inspections ATF Service 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 CONSTRUCTION 877-802} See us for all your Dr Pepper West Jefferson "All Pruitr @) Old Hwy 221-S. Beaver Creek • Wear Jcffcrwn 246-4222 Fax: 336-846-7165 WLIIXBK CoXSTHI'FTHOX I Ashe County A-BUG EXTERMINATING High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 P I1#! I faints 3-M Products Billy Blcvins • Tommy Linlc fSSSi ^ West Jefferson 246-9969 Mon-Sat-8:30 AM-5:30 PM Pollarcl Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings PONTtAC BllICK' Hwy 421 • Boone, NC 828-264-9051 RMr www.mackbrowninc.com twrnn <2>0tdsnvot>ta •OJ flooM* Kultoia. 9etc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 7698 Old Hwy 421 S. • Deep Gap. NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com W 1 We Build Your Home The Wat/ You Want It HOMES www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson. NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2006 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY NEWS State's auto insurance rate fifth lowest in U.S. RALEIGH—Insurance Commissioner Jim Long tolay announced that North Carolina continues to stand 0ut as the state with lowest auto insurance rates east of [he Mississippi, coming in as 5th lowest in the nation. The rankings are gleaned from a report by the National As­ sociation of Insurance Com­ missioners (NAIC) which compares the costs of person­ al automobile insurance in all 50 states and the District 0f Columbia, based on 2004 While some states shifted rankings, North Carolina re­ mained steady in the num­ Post file photo Jim Long ber five spot. Noteworthy in this distinction is that North Carolina is, according to cen­ sus reports, the most popu­ lous state to enjoy a spot in the top 10 lowest states to rank in the NAIC's report. Other states with low auto insurance rates have a sig­ nificantly less dense popu­ lation than North Carolina, which contributes to their lower rates. The top 10 states with the lowest auto insurance rates are as follows: (States with an asterisk indicate no change in rank­ ing.) 1. North Dakota * 2. Iowa 3. South Dakota 4. Idaho * 5. North Carolina * 6. Kansas * 7. Wyoming * 8. Wisconsin * 9. Nebraska * 10. Maine North Carolina's rates have consistently dropped since Commissioner Long took office some 22 years ago. We are one of the only states to negotiate rates as stan­ dardized, across-the-board for all companies, depend­ ing on territory. The rate set by the Commissioner is the cap, and companies writing Commissioner Long re­ minds North Carolinians that rates are directly re­ lated to the claims filed by policyholders which com­ panies must pay. "You can help us keep rates low year after year by practicing safe driving habits," Long says. "Especially this month as the holiday season finds our roads more crowded. Watch your speed, don't follow too closely, and by all means do not drink and drive. By fol­ lowing these and other safe driving tips, you can contrib­ ute to keeping our roads saf­ er — and our auto insurance rates lower — for everyone." traditional policies can only diverge from this rate by of­ fering discounts. As a result, most drivers enjoy some sort of discount. The NAIC esti­ mated the average premium for North Carolina drivers is $597, compared to $1,221 in New Jersey, the state with the highest rates. Commissioner Long has saved drivers an estimated potential $3.5 billion in auto insurance premiums as a re­ sult of negotiations. States bordering North Carolina rank as follows: Tennessee — 11th, Virginia — 18th, South Carolina — 27th, Georgia — 28th. NCDOT cuts road construction for holidays RALEIGH —The N.C. De­ partment of Transportation will suspend most road con­ struction activities that could affect travel over the holidays to help ease traffic delays and im­ prove driving conditions. Major construction projects along interstate and U.S. routes across the state will be suspend­ ed beginning at 4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 22, through 9 a.m., on Tuesday, Jan. 2. A notable excep­ tion is for lane closures planned on two N.C. routes in Pender County on Wednesday, Dec. 27, through Friday, Dec. 29. N.C. 133 will be reduced to one lane from N.C. 210 to U.S. 117, and N.C. 210 will be reduced to one lane from U.S. 421 to the Bladen County line. Motorists can expect flagging for paving op­ erations along these routes. NCDOT reminds motor­ ists that even though work­ ers may not be present in the majority of work zones, they may still encounter narrowed lanes and traffic shifts. The penalty for speed­ ing through a marked work zone is $250. Additionally, the depart­ ment offers the following driving tips during the holidays: Stay alert; Be patient and obey the posted speed limit; Leave early to get a head start on your drive and travel at non-peak times; Use alternate routes, when possible, to avoid traffic congestion; and Call 511, the depart­ ment's free travel in­ formation line, or visit www.ncdot.org/traffictravel for real-time travel information. Motorists should also remember to move over when passing stopped emergency vehicles or if in­ volved in a minor accident. Under the "Move Over" law, motorists are required to change lanes or slow down U.S. 321 reopens RALEIGH — The N.C. De­ partment of Transportation »y completely reopened U.S. 321 south of Blowing Rock in Caldwell County, two weeks ahead of the original esti­ mate. Traffic resumed a nor­ mal two-lane traffic pattern late Tuesday afternoon. The highway was closed following a rockslide on Dec. 6. NCDOT crews worked with a contractor to stabilize the slope above the roadway and remove rock and debris from the highway. when passing stopped law enforcement, emergency vehicles, wreckers and NCDOT's Incident Management Assistance Patrol Vehicles with flashing lights. Similarly, the "Fender Bender" law requires motorists to clear the roadway of non-injury accidents to help keep traffic moving and reduce the likelihood of secondary crashes. 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Refreshments to follow the program. All are wel­ come to attend. Sunday, December 24 10 a.m.: Faith Chapel Church, Fleetwood: Adult Program: Let there Be Light. All are wel­ come to attend. Social time from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 11 a.m.: FaithBridge United Methodist Church: A special Christmas Eve candlelight ser­ vice will be held at the Blowing Rock School auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock. Come discover the true mean­ ing of Christmas God's love expressed in the incarnation of Jesus. Dress is casual and refreshments are provid­ ed before the service. If you would like more information, you may call the church office at 295-8333. 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces 4th Sunday of Advent and Christmas ser­ vice. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. Fletcher Church Memorial Baptist will have two Candlelight Christmas Eve Services; the first from 5:306:15 p.m. and the second from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Everyone is invited to come and bring fam­ ily and friends to this very spe­ cial Candlelight Service. 7 p.m.: The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion at St. Mary's in West Jefferson: Christmas Eve Family Service 11 p.m.:The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion at St. Mary's in West Jefferson: Holy Eucharist. For more infor­ mation call the church office, 982-3076 Monday, December 25 Railroad Grade Road in Todd. Sunday, December 31 10 a.m.: "Youth Sunday" at Calvary Free Will Baptist Church. Sunday school at 10 a.m., and morning worship ser­ vice at 11 a.m. You are invited to attend this special day. The guest evangelist is Rev. John Wishon, General Manager, Program Director, and morn­ ing co-host for 3WC Radio of Wilkesboro. Sunday school will be under the direction of your young adults and special music will be performed by the youth and children of the church. The church is located on 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., directly across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions call the church at: (336)9824840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. 10:30 a.m.: Mt. Paddy Church will host the Pine Ridge Boys. They have been singing Southern Gospel Music for the past 42 years. 8 p.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces New Year's Eve service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. 9 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a New Years Celebration with 2 preaching services and end with praying in the New Year. Pastor, Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion welcome you. Monday, January 8 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. Daniel Piatt and Reid Smithdeal, counselors with New River Behavioral HealthCare will present a program on Recovery Initiatives dealing with Medication Management and Psychosocial Family Education. The public is invited to attend. 10 a.m.:The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion at St. Mary's in West Jefferson: Holy Eucharist. For more infor­ mation call the church office, The County Roads Mobile 982-3076 Pharmacy is still serving Ashe 12 p.m.: Free Christmas County! All prescriptions are Dinner at Friendship now being filled in Boone, at Baptist Church. Don't spend the Boone Hunger and Health Ongoing Events Christmas alone! Come join us for food and fellowship. Rides are available. Please call the church office at 982-2080 by December 18 to let us know you are coming. Friday, December 29 7 p.m.: Todd General Store announces Friday Night Bluegrass will have a grand finale on Dec 29. Dinner and music will start at 7 p.m. Come and be with all the regulars for a musical good time. For more information, call 877-1067. Located on Coalition (located at the old health department building off Bamboo Road). Medication pick up days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Clients can call in their prescription refills at 828-262162, or doctors can fax new prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fi out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! "Women of Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Study Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. and Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday Ashe County Recreation is Parks from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every first and third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, small furniture, and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held continued on page 11A MOTOROLA RAZR BUY ONE FOR Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bibie CljristiiKis in Heaven In Ateinory of DapicI Laurence February 0,1040 - Auyust 11,200# I see tk countless Christmas trees around the wcrfd below tt'ith tiny lights, like Hem'en's stars, reflecting in die snow, The sight is so spectacular, please wipe amy the tear, For I am spending Christmas with Jesus Christ this year. I hear the many Christmas songs that people hold so dear, But the sounds of music can't compare to the Christmas choir up here. I hare no words to tell you, the joy dieir toices bring, For it is beyond description to hear the Angels slug. W h i l e s u p p l i e s last! Limited t i m e o n l y ! AND GET UP T O 4 ADDITIONAL PHONES FOR $39.99 EACH!* I know how much you miss me, I see the pain inside your heart, But I am not so far away, we realltf aren't apart. 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Certain restrictions apply See store for details �PAGE 11A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS AL-ANON meeting on Mondays continued from page 8A at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640, next to The Gap Hair Salon, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. Angels In the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. 10 p.m. Riverview Community Center is located in Creston. West Jefferson Community Partnership meets the fourth Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at West Jefferson Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in the revitalization of our' community is invited. Greater Preservation Fleetwood Organization announces its regularly scheduled meetings, occurring on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center® Fleetwood Library, entrance on Railroad Grade Road just off Hwy 221. Area residents are invited to come be a part of the future of Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care about their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. Anyone interested please join them on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Call 336-386-6650 with questions. Ashe Party County Democratic meets every fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 846-9068. Prenatal Education Curriculum, Fridays at 6 p.m. for Latino families at Ashe Family Central. The program is offered in four sessions, through December. Transportation and childcare is available. For more Ashe County Partnership for • information call Isabel Spencer Children Board of Directors at 246-9449. meets the third Monday of each Survivors of Domestic month at 10:30 a.m. Please call Violence meet in a confidential 982-4588 for more information setting on the 2nd Monday or date changes. and 4th Tuesday night of each Do you know a senior citizen month from 5:30. - 7 p.m. or low-income individual Group counseling is offered in need of tax help? Ashe for women and their children Services for Aging and AARP at one of these groups each are again sponsoring tax filing month. Childcare is provided. assistance. Call 246-4347 to There is no charge to attend. learn more. Please call A.S.H.E. at 982Soup For You sponsored 8851 for more details. by Ashe Outreach Ministries Ashe County Republican serves soup at the West Party meets on the third Jefferson School Cafeteria. Thursday of each month at 6 Come enjoy Soup with Friends p.m. in the Ashe County Library every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. downstairs conference room. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and Anyone interested is welcome all are welcome and invited. to attend. Refreshments will be ^For You is a not for served,, JFo^TnQFe- information, profit group of volunteers from call (336) 982-9585. throughout the community. If GED (General Educational you or your church, civic club Development) or High or even ball teams, scouting School Diploma program programs would be interested in announces the Ashe Center serving one or more Saturdays of Wilkes Community College please call Rob at 977-1377. sponsors free-of-charge Soup For You is one of the classes at three different feeding programs provided by locations with scheduled Ashe Outreach Ministries. hours that accommodate Weight Watchers announces everyone's schedule. For more a new meeting on Thursday information call 336-846-3900. mornings at 9:30 a.m. along AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) with meetings each Monday Ashe County Unity Group at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday meets at the Jefferson United at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services Methodist Church at 115 E. for Aging Senior Center on Main St. The entrance is in the Ray Taylor Road in West the rear. The group meets Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 at 7:30 p.m. on Monday and minutes prior to the meeting Thursday. For more information time. For more information, call or to speak to an AA member, Christina at 336-982-4416. call 982-2641. For meeting Riverview Learning Center is information in surrounding offering computer classes and counties, call (828) 262-1212. more. To register or for details, Veterans of Foreign Wars call'385-1338. would like to invite any eligible Riverview Community Thrift veteran to come join their post. Store will be open Thursdays They meet every third Monday and Fridays from 9 a.m. until at 6:30 p.m. They are located 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from on Ashe Park Road in the 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday night red, white, and blue building Pickin' and Jammin' will begin just below the park. For more at 6:30 p.m. and continue until information please call Mark Mallette at 982-9511 or Jim Bailey at 982-5814. Play Groups at Family Central are as follows: Adventurers of the Mind, Thursday mornings from 10 -12. Three and four year olds participate with a parent or other care giver in age appropriate activities to build relationships and foster a love of learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. Young Explorers meets on . Tuesdays from 10-12 noon. This is for two and three year olds joining together with a parent or other care giver for fun and learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. MOMS Play Group meets Fridays 10-12 noon and is for children under seven and their moms or dads. This is an open play group. Moms have time to chat while they play with their youngsters. Me and My Dad meets every third Saturday from 10 - 12 noon. Children under seven with their dads . meet for an open play group. Dads can spend quality time with their kids while giving mom time for herself. All these play groups are free and open to the public. For more information, call Maribeth at 982-4311, ext. 229. Cancer Survivor's Group is open to any woman who has or has had cancer. Meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday evening of each month. There is lots of companionship and humor. Come make new friends, share information and renew your spirit. For further information contact Jean Colvard at 336-982-2445.If a daytime meeting is better for you, contact Mary Caryl Elmore at 336-246-7567Free Internet and e-mail classes are offered every Tuesday and Thursday between 5 and 7:30 p.m. at the Public Access Internet Site in the JobLink Career Center at Family Central (the old Ashe Central High School) in Jefferson. King Crossword ACROSS 1 Revealing skirt 5 Eisenhower, familiarly 8 Fashionable 12 The same, in a bibliography 13 Spanish literary hero 14 Aware of 15 Envelope feature 16 Close watch 18 Author Molnar 20 One or the other 21 Campus housing 23 Story of a lifetime? 24 Yellow-brown gemstone 28 Acceptability, for short 31 Under the weather 32 Herbie and Horace 34 Crafty 35 Sauce made from beans 37 1990s 3-D puzzle craze 39 Opposite of "trans-" 41. Mound 42 King of the fairies 45 Nutty candy 49 Big name in 1 2 5 3 6 8 ' 4 12 13 15 16 18 24 I21 25 26 31 •39 42 43 29 30 1 17 19 > 20 23 22 27 • • 28 • • •1 • 1 • 36 11 14 33 32 35 10 9 37 34 • 38 40 46 44 47 48 45 49 52 55 50 s, 53 54 56 57 8 Imaginatively phrased 9 Small, as a town 10 Eyelid woe 11 Gardener, at times 17 Equal-rights movement, for short DOWN 19 Standard 1 Offend 22 Talkative bird 2 Inactive 24 Frank McCourt 3 Approach book 4 Block 25 U.N. workers' 5 Sundae org. maker's need 26 Soapy byproduct 6 Spectra or Spoilage 27 MIT grad, maybe 7 Rim frozen foods 51 One of the Three Bears 52 Smell 53 Witness 54 Dance lesson 55 Slithery 56 Pitch 57 Longings 29 Tarzan portrayer Ron 30 Change color 33 Grain storage structure 36 Put on the line? 38 Oafish 40 "Mayday!" 42 Reed instrument 43 Wait 44 Bird's home 46 Fence opening 47 Prayer ending 48 Reveille's opposite 50 Nay canceler © 2006 King Features Synd., Inc. Ashe County Alzheimer's Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Ashe Services for Aging. Call 246-2461 for info or 877-9332 for details. Better Breaths Club meets the last Tuesday of each month from 6 - 7 p.m. at the AMH Mt. Hearts Facility. This club is for people with respiratory problems who want to learn more about living with their disease. Contact Lincare at 246-4944. Happij HoliclaijS from the Jefferson Post:! Ashe County Arts Council meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. Call 846-ARTS for more information. Parent Support Group at Family Central meets Tuesday evenings, 5:30 - 8 p.m. with snacks and quality childcare provided, free and open to the public. Come share concerns and ideas with other parents, and learn helpful strategies. For more information, please contact Maribeth Pierce at 9824311 ext. 229. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Mondays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at 7:30 p.m. For details, call 384-1940. Weekly SUD0KU by Linda Thistle 4 1 3 5 7 4 9 2 6 8 8 1 9 1 5 2 S 3 9 8 7 3 6 2 e 3 8 6 9 2 4 7 6 5 3 1 » number m the amply boxoa In luch a way "adi ac»oas. each column down and each %m,t # box aquare contain. aHolthe numbem horn one to nine DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: * • * Moderate * # Challenging * * * HOO BOY! Lions Club White Cane fundraiser a success The West Jefferson Lions Club White Cane fundraiser held Sunday, Dec. 17 at the home of Bob and Dot Nichols helped raise awareness and money for the disabled citizens of Ashe County. The funds from this fundraiser help to buy white canes, glasses, and hearing aids. Su!w iz :aiuji uonnios SJBMSUy — piOMSSOJQ 6lII)J — |nave a community event you'd like to see in the Jefferson Post? Just send a fax to 846-7165 attn: Coy Or email it to cpowers@jefYersonpost.com Or call Coy at 846-7164 QUALITY WORK AT REASONABLE RATES TO SAVE YOU MONEY YADKIN VALLEY MOTOR CO. Second Street • North Wiikesboro • 838-4155 • Toll Free 1-888-838-5266 North Carolina's Oldest Ford Dealership -1915 • NCDL #662 ; Visit our website at www.yadkirwalleymotors.com or e-mail us at yvtord@charter.net "- . - ... 1 Mercury ^ �PAGE 12A FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22,2006 JEFFERSON POST Letters to Santa LETTERS TO SANTA Editor's note: In all of the confusion of the holiday season, we ac­ cidentally left out Mrs. Stephens'first grade class from Mountain View Elementary in the 'Christmas Greetings'edition of the post. We deeply apologize and present the letters we received below. Dear Santa! 1 wud like fro Crismis a red wagonin and a dolly with a red dres. 1 osow wont a cd-player with a Gwinstu Fone cd! Hawl is RoodofF? Love Denja Norman Santa. I wud like a tyoda truks. Hw r you? I haf ben gud. Hw is the rendir? Steven Testerman Der Santa, * I wot a Bisel. You wot to hat I wot for resmus ther ed. Luv, Zachart Roland Der Santa, I wot a big robot. And a doll rag ef you wut to now wut I wut hav, And I wut to now how Rudof is. Caitlin Blevins Dir Santa. I wut a polisman with hat plis. I wil liv coocis and milk. I luve you Santa. From, Nick Newell Dare Santa, 1 wot brals croosrs pies and a kittin. Haw are you and haw is Mrs clos? Also haw is the randir? I love you Santa. Love, Josie Cooper Dear Santa, I wont a megu t-rex and a t-rx mawtin. I like yr ranbis and Mis. Santu-. Love. Tucker Baugucss Deer Santa, I ltyc Rudolf. I wish 1 cold rid him. I wat a tuy rander. adn elf. I have ben a boy. ' Love, Alan Baker Dear Santa, How ar you? 1 want a dragin stchu. I wot a cran gun. Mery Cristmas. From, Brian Delphias Daer Santa wat I want for Crismis is a bratz and a furbie. I will liv cueis and carits for your ran dirs and milk. One thang els is a bike. Love, Kelsi McKiddy Dear Sant, 1 wot a ho ouch of cos for Cims an I wot a GI jOE bos. Sid by Adam Coldiron Dear Sant, I wonte a doll name umandu and santa I wont a babe doll name ulvia. Love. Ashley Ellsworth Dear Santa, ! want for Christmas is a drom set. Are you retty for Christmas? I will lev some cookies for you. I love you Santa. How is evrebody dowing down their? Allso I wont for Christmas is some footdall helmet and cloths. Love. Simon Houck Jl, -h- :' K <• ' v Female brown & white Aussie / German Shepherd Mix Answers to "Molly"*! Missing since Sunday. December 10 from East Jefferson, near Family Central & Bare Electric Please call 977-9053 (days) or 982-5145 (nights) Dear Santu, I want a hoi bunch of horse towiys. And I want a cenpyootr. I want a sownan snow glob. Love, Olivia Townsend Dear Santa, this yir I wat a babby doll that wacks. I will lev the dowr un lackd and 1 will lev sum cuces and sum milk. Love. Andrea Hill Dir Suntuclos, 1 have bin a goo-gelr. I whont a baby aliv for crimus. I have bin beging my mom my for one. Love, Mollie Brown Dear Santu, 1 want to braz dolls. I ben a good little girl. Haw is the North Pol? I love you. from, Makayla Bare Wishing You A Safe And Happy Holiday Season Filled With Peace And Joy. Mncha«i Li all S»*mnnafi Brandon Ma'mon Pre»neU From Norman Cheek & The Entire Staff of Toyota Of Boone Pre*r»*ll Richard* SfeeHOMt Mftnm Gr«-*r»t SEE OUR INSERT IN TODAYS PAPERI P»fn» LOVE IS OUTPERFORMING EVERYTHING THIS YEAR .15 Ct. TW S69" 1/2 Ct. TW W 1/4 a TW s99°" 3/4 Ct. TW W 1/3 ct. TW s169°° I ct. TW T09900 BRAND JEWELRY Wnl Mart Shopping Center. Wilkesboro. NC Email dlaklngff5wllko8.net • www thediamondking com 1-336-667-2257 • 1-888-591-3174 I AYAWAY now I /^fekMsmhor JA • SJO • NCJA Ho Time Limit • MUAYBAM(AB fny Any Amount liiiwnl 'wjp CASH MNANCINO HOLIDAY HOURS: MONDAY-SATURDAY 9:30-0:00; SUNDAY 1:00-6:00 .toyoCaofboonc.com 800.559.1491 or 828.264.1491 665 East King Street • Downtown Boone The Little Dealer With The BIG Heart! �Happy Holidays from the staff at the Jefferson Post and the Sports Department!!! Friday, December 22, 2006 by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Varsity Lady Huskies headed into the match up against Avery Tuesday night with only one loss on the year. That loss had come at the hands of the Avery Vikings in their early meeting of the year. The Huskies were determined to even the series at one game increased the Huskies record to 6-1 on the season. The action got underway immediately after the tipoff, when the Vikings found an opening on the perimeter and swished a three-pointer in the opening seconds of the game. However, the Huskies recovered and Kelly Hudler scored two-points for Photo by Michael Graybeal Katie Gammons hits a jump shot to give the Huskies a fivepoint lead in Tuesday's game against Avery. apiece and succeeded when they defeated the Vikings by a score of 59-50. The Huskies victory was the first time this season that the Vikings had been defeated, and it the Huskies on their next possession. The Huskies then managed to hold the Vikings scoreless for the next two-minutes of the game, and continued to score seven by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter to honor him with a victory. The action started with both teams shooting lights out from outside the threepoint arc and in the first minute of the game, the Huskies gained an early 6-3 lead following three-pointers by Coleman Payne and Ethan Goodman. The Huskies Vikings points during the Vikings drought. At this point, the Huskies had earned an early 9-3 lead, but the Vikings began to battle back. The Vikings were able to cut the Huskies lead to five points by the end of the first quarter, and concluded the first eight minutes of play with the Huskies in the lead 16-11. In the second quarter, the competition opened up with the Vikings cutting the Huskies lead to only threepoints in the first threeminutes of play. The Vikings were able to come with in one-point of the Huskies, but Katie Gammons knocked down an open jump shot to take the Huskies lead back to three points with two-minutes remaining in the first half. The Vikings held the Huskies scoreless for the remainder of the first half, and before the half expired, the Vikings found another opening in the Huskies defense and scored another three-points to deadlock the teams up at 2222 heading into halftime. The Huskies first half offensive attack was led by Kim McNeil who recorded eight points for the Huskies and Kelly Hudler also added five points for the Huskies. The second half opened up with the Vikings gaining an early four-point lead, 25-29. However, Kim McNeil scored back-to-back buckets for — w . Photo by Michael Graybeal Kim McNeil scores two of her 32 points against Avery. the Huskies to tie the score at 29-29 with four minutes remaining in the third quarter. Both teams offense exploded in the following three minutes and with only vone-minuteo rremaining g u w y iie—uiiuuu e m a i n i n in the quarter, the Huskies possessed a narrow two-point lead, 39-37. Neither team could score in the remainder of the third quarter, and the Huskies held onto a small two-pointt leada n e a a i n g into t w o - p o i n i e a heading i n t o the fourth quarter. The fourth quarter opened up with a quick five-point run by the Huskies, and when only two-minutes elapsed, the Huskies were in the lead 44-37. Despite the Vikings efforts, the Huskies maintained their lead throughout the remainder of the quarter, and concluded the game with a nine-point victory over the Vikings by a score of 59-50. Coach Foster commented following the game: This was a very physical game and I am very proud of how hard and tough we played. This was a great win for us and I thought we played smart offensively in the closing minutes." Coach Foster also added that this was the first loss for Avery this season. The victory pushed the Huskies record to 6-1 for the season. The Huskies received a huge offensive burst from Kim McNeil who scored a marvelous 32 points in the contest. Kelly Hudler followed Kim with eight points, and Shelly Barker also added seven points. Other scorers were Kassee Roberts with five points, Kendra Yearick with three points, and Katie Gammons with two points. The Huskies returned to action Thursday night when they hosted the Pioneers from Watauga. Look for results in upcoming p a p e r s u p c o m i n g papers.. Huskies pull out victory in the fourth quarter The Varsity Men Huskies rounded up the action in Tuesday night's four games set against the Avery Vikings with a nail biting finish. The Huskies were able to gain a four-point lead in the closing moments of the game to give Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaleb Davis increases the Huskies lead to eight points with a three-pointer in the fourth quarter. them the 63-59 victory over the Vikings. This game marked the 800th career start for Huskies head coach Marc Payne over the course of a 32-year career and the Huskies were determined continued to lead the Vikings until the Vikings were able to take a 12-11 lead with threeminutes remaining in the first quarter. However, a layup by Tatum Lemly gave the Huskies a one-point lead, 13- 12 with just over two-minutes to play in the game. Both teams were able to increase their score in the remainder of the first quarter, and at the end of the first quarter, the Huskies were in the lead 2118. The second quarter opened up with the Vikings scoring the first five points of the quarter. Ethan Goodman was able to even the score up for the Huskies with two free throws and tied the score at 23-23. The Huskies then went on a short run, and Daniel Wain gave the Huskies a five point lead after knocking down an open threepointer. The Vikings did not get discouraged, and battled back and took the lead at the half with a buzzer beater layup, and headed into halftime with a 34-32 lead. The second half opened up with both teams trading baskets. When five minutes had passed in the third quarter, a three-pointer by Justin Ford gave the Huskies a narrow lead, with the score in the favor of Ashe 46-44. For the remainder of the third-quarter, neither team could get a shot to drop, but the Vikings did manage to sink two free throws to tie the score at 46-46 heading into the fourth quarter. The fourth quarter brought excitement for both teams. In the first two minutes of the quarter, the Huskies had managed to gain a four-point lead, 50-46. The Vikings were able to score two-points on the next possession, but Ethan Goodman regained the points for the Huskies when he scored another three pointer for the Huskies to give them a five point lead with only five minutes to play. The Huskies were able to force the Vikings into a turnover, and Kaleb Davis punished the Vikings by hitting another threepointer for the Huskies to give the Huskies an eightpoint lead, 56-48 with only four minutes to play in the game. The Vikings responded and went on a four point run and narrowed the Huskies lead to only four points until Parker Johnson scored twopoints on an open jump shot with two and a half minutes remaining in the game. The Huskies momentum continued and Kaleb Davis was able to find an opening in the Vikings defense and drove to the basket and scored a lay up to give the Huskies an eight point lead with only one minute remaining in the game. The Vikings were able to score seven points in the following minute, but came up short when Kaleb Davis sealed the deal with nine seconds remaining with a free-throw to take the Huskies lead to four points, 63-59. The Vikings missed the three-pointer as the game concluded and the Huskies escaped with the four-point victory, 63-59. Four players in double digits capped off the Huskies offensive attack while Ethan Goodman led with 14 points, Photo by Michael Graybeal Parker Johnson lays the ball in for two points during the Huskies four-point victory over the Avery Vikings. and Parker Johnson had a tremendous game and scored 12 points. Kaleb Davis and Tommy Spagnolo each contributed an incredible 11 points to lead the Huskies to the victory. Tatum Lemly also added six points, while Coleman Payne and Justin Ford each added three points to the Huskies attack. The Huskies returned to action Thursday night against the Pioneers from Watauga, look for results in upcoming papers. Husky wrestlers narrowly defeated by Hibriten by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter ifV V * p Photo by Michael Graybeal Toryn Little battles with his opponent in a recent match. The Husky wrestling team traveled to Hibriten High School and to North Iredell last week. The Huskies narrowly lost to Hibriten by a team score of 27-49. The Huskies received personal victories from Logan Orr, Dalton Lewis, Aaron Scott, Rafael Rodriguez, and Chris Lyall. When the match started, Logan Orr took the mat verses Curtis Hall from Hibriten. Logan wasted no time and in the first period pinned his opponent to score six points for the Huskies. Following Logan's match, Dalton Lewis received a forfeit, which gave the Huskies an additional six points. Aaron Scoot then was paired up against Steven Mitchel from Hibriten, and the pair was a heated contest. The match up not only went into the second period, but also the third period. Aaron was able to pin his opponent in the third period to give the Huskies an additional six points. At this point, the Huskies were leading the Panthers in the team category with 18 points to Hibriten's six points. Alex Blake then took the mat for the Huskies, and was able to force his opponent into the second period. However, Jordan Fisher from Hibriten was able to pin Alex in the second period to score six points for Hibriten. Following Alex, Evan Love was in the spotlight for the Huskies, but was unable to generate any points and was pinned in the first period. Charlie Williams followed after Evan, and had the same results as he too was pinned in the first period. See Wrestling, page 2B Photo by Michael Graybeal Matt Weaver works hard to pin his opponent from Watauga In a recent match. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2006 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Wrestling continued from pane IB Following Charlie's match, Hibriten possessed a 24-18 lead. Jesse Carpenter was the following wrestler for the Huskies, but was unable to generate any points and was pinned in the first period. In the following match up, Matt Weaver for the Huskies was paired with Devon Moore from Hibriten. Matt was able to force the match into three periods, but neither wrestler could pin the other. At the conclusion of the match, Hibriten was awarded four points due to a Major Decision. • The next weight class brought better results for Ashe County and Rafael Rodriguez was able to pin his opponent in the second period to award the Huskies six points. Following Rafael's match, Chris Lyall stepped onto the mat with intention of decreasing Hibriten's lead and with the result of a Decision, the Huskies were awarded three points after the three period battle. This brought the team score to 3427 in favor of Hibriten. Following Chris' match, Buster Phillips was paired with Justin Williams from Hibriten. Buster and Justin forced the match into three periods, and at the conclusion, Justin from Hibriten was awarded the victory by Decision to give Hibriten three points. The final two matches between the teams included Dylan Brown and Chris Edwards for the Huskies. Dylan was unable to register any points as he was pinned in the first period. Chris however was able to force the match into the second period. In the second period, Chris was pinned by his opponent to conclude the match. Hibriten was able to defeat the Huskies by a total team score of 49-27. The Huskies also had traveled to North Iredell to compete in the North Iredell Invitational. The Husky team concluded / the tournament in sixth place, but had many respectable finishes. In the 112-weight class, Husky wrestler Logan Orr was able to advance through the brackets. Following a first round victory, Logan was paired up against a wrestler from North Wilkes. In this match, Logan was defeated and placed in the consolation bracket. In this bracket, Logan advanced to the third place match by winning two matches. In the third place match, Logan defeated his opponent to be placed in third for the 112-weight class. In the next weight class, 119-weight class, Jacob Gentry represented the Huskies. Jacob faced a tough opponent in the first round and was defeated and was placed in the consolation bracket. Following a bye, Jacob faced Jesse Church from North Iredell. After a tough battle, Jacob was unable to out edge his opponent, and Jacob was eliminated. In the following weight class, 125-weight class, Aaron Scott was the Huskies representative. Aaron was awarded a bye in the first round, and in the second round was paired with Dustin Johnson from West Wilkes. Aaron defeated Johnson to advance to the championship match where he faced Frank Moses from North Gaston. Following a tough battle, Frank Moses was awarded first place, and Aaron finished with the runner-up title for the 125-weight class. Alex Blake was the next wrestler for the Huskies, and he competed in the130-weight class. Alex was paired with Joe Grexne from Statesville High School, and Alex was defeated in the first round. The first round loss placed Alex in the consolation bracket. In the following match, Alex was awarded a bye and advanced to the second round in the consolation bracket. This match Alex was paired with Justin Parker from North Gaston. Alex was unable to pin his opponent and Justin was able to advance in the tournament after defeating Alex Blake. Evan Love competed next for the Huskies in the 135weight class. Evan was first paired up with a wrestler from West Wilkes. Evan was unable to defeat his opponent and Toryn Little followed Matt was placed in the consolation and concluded with identical bracket. In the first round of results. In the 152-weight consolation, Evan was paired class, Toryn was initially with Jordan Fox from North awarded a bye in the first Wilkes, and Jordan defeated round and advanced to face Evan to knock Evan out of Bryce Duree form North the tournament. Iredell. Bryce defeated In the next weight class, Toryn to move Toryn into the 140-weight class, Jesse consolation bracket. Here Carpenter represented the Toryn advanced to the third Huskies. Jesse was defeated place match but was not in the first round match up victorious and was awarded with Tim Porter from North fourth place. Wilkes and was placed in the Chris Lyall was the consolation bracket. Jesse following wrestler for the received a bye in the next Huskies, and he was paired round, and then was paired with Justin Greer from West with a wrestler from North Wilkes in the first round. Iredell. In this match, Jesse Justin defeated Chris, was defeated after a tough which placed Chris into the battle. consolation bracket. In the The next weight class, consolation bracket, Chris 145-weight class, proved to was paired with Jeremy be more successful for the Coley from North Gaston. Huskies than the previous Chris defeated Jeremy and matches. Matt Weaver was advanced to face Josh Gregory the Huskies representative, from North Iredell. Chris and was initially paired was unable to defeat Jeremy, with a wrestler from North and therefore was eliminated Gaston. Matt defeated his from the tournament. opponent and advanced to Rafael Rodriguez had the next round to face Justin better success for the Huskies Nichols from West Wilkes. when he competed in the 171Matt gave Justin a tough weight class. Rafael was first battle, but could not pull out paired with a competitor a victory. The second round from North Gaston. Rafael loss knocked Matt into the defeated his opponent and consolation bracket where he advanced to the second round, was first paired with Terry where he faced Josh Greene Josh Rankin from Statesville. Matt from West Wilkes. defeated Terry to advance was unable to defeat Rafael, to the third place match. which advanced Rafael to the Matt was unable to defeat championship match where his opponent, Will Clemmer, he was paired with Johnny who he had defeated in the Church from North Iredell. first match, and was awarded After an intense match, fourth place. Johnny defeated Rafael and Rafael was named as the runner-up for the 171-weight class. In the 189-weight class, Buster Phillips represented the Huskies and was defeated in the first round by Ryan Gregory from West Wilkes. In the consolation bracket, Buster was awarded with a bye and in the second round, Buster faced Chris Knox from North Iredell. Chris defeated Buster, which eliminated Buster from the tournament. In the final weight class for the Huskies, 215-weight class, Dylan Brown represented the Huskies. Dylan defeated his first opponent, Chris Hall from West Wilkes. This paired Dylan up with Brandon Woods from North Iredell. Dylan again was victorious and advanced to the championship match, where he was paired with Kaleb Pettigrew from Rockingham County. Kaleb handed Dylan his first loss of the match, and Dylan was named the runner-up for the 215-weight class. The Huskies finished the tournament with a team total of 80 points. This placed the team in sixth place with North Gaston winning the tournament. The Huskies returned to action on Wednesday night when they traveled to Boone to face the Pioneers from Watauga. Look for results in upcoming papers. The team also traveled to West Caldwell on Thursday to compete in a Quad Meet. Look for results in upcoming papers. To reach the Jefferson Post Sports department e-mail us at wjssports@jeffersonpost.com or mgraybeal@jeffersonpost.com ACHS women's fall weight training leaders 1st 2nd 3rd Danielle Wood Elizabeth Tygielski Taryn Roten DOT DRILL 1st 2nd 3rd 54.41 sees 54.52 55.89 1st 2nd 260 lbs Brittany Seatz 120 lbs Leia Eldreth and Danielle Wood 105 BENCH PRESS DEAD LIFT 1st 2nd 1st Brittany Seatz 120 lbs Leia Eldreth, Elizabeth Tygielski and Danielle Wood 115 Brittany Seatz and Danielle Wood Kendi Walton 250 3rd SURRY CENTRAL 2 0 2 8 Women's Basketball Through games as of December 16, 2006 All Games Conference WON LOST WON LOST ASHE COUNTY NORTH SURRY FORBUSH STARMOUNT SURRY CENTRAL NORTH WILKES 3 2 2 2 0 0 0 0 2 2 5 6 9 5 5 3 l l l 3 5 6 WILKES CENTRAL 0 3 2 7 l l Wrestling No Conference Mathces played All Games WON LOST 4 11 10 10 9 5 9 10 24 8 12 7 7 12 ASHE COUNTY FORBUSH NORTH SURRY NORTH WILKES STARMOUNT SURRY CENTRAL WILKES CENTRAL Call 336-846-3994 or 846-6321 Danielle Wood 120 lbs Shelly Barker, Kendra Blevins, and Kendi Walton 110 1st 2nd All Games WON LOST 6 l 6 l 4 2 6 3 4 6 6 3 Free Brochure or mall $30 to P.O. Box 232 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Available In West Jefferson at Ingles or Skyland Books INCLINE BENCH Danielle Wood Shelly Barker and Kendi Walton 250 Conference WON LOST 0 STARMOUNT 3 0 NORTH SURRY 2 ASHE COUNTY 2 I WILKES CENTRAL l 2 2 FORBUSH l . NORTH WILKES 0 2 "1799: North Carolina's Northwest Frontier" (1750-1865) by Rufus Myers Danielle Wood 860 lbs Brittany Seatz 835 Kendi Walton 820 POWER CLEAN Shelly Barker Danielle Wood Kendra Blevins SQUAT 1st 2nd 1st 2nd 3rd Through games as of December 16, 2006 ASHE COUNTY HISTORY - GREAT GIFT! HIGH TOTALS 6.466 lbs 6.091 5.826 Men's Basketball Through matches as of December 16, 2006 The Sports Editor's email has changed! 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THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21heritagerealty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2006 JEFFERSON POST RHY Christmas is a holiday with many traditions. A tradition is a custom that is passed down over the years. Many families and cultures have special traditions over the holidays. Christmas traditions included celebrating the birth of Christ, hanging wreaths and holly, decorating cut fir trees, baking cookies and special foods, singing special songs called Christmas Carols, hanging strands of bright Christmas lights, sending out cards and gifts to friends and family, and receiving gifts from family members, friends, and Santa Claus. Some people associate snow with Christmas because where they live it usually snows in December. Many Christmas Carols mention having a "White Christmas' "Frosty the Snowman" is a popular children's Christmas character. In the Southern Hemisphere, where it is summer during our winter months, people still celebrate the holiday. Though it is not cold there, they still have traditions to make the season special. People also think of Christmas for the trees. In ancient times, trees were used to symbolize life and warmth during the cold winter and darkness. In Northern Europe, there was a festival held December 21st to celebrate that the shortest day of the year had passed. It has been said that the modem Christmas trees was started in Germany in the Middle Ages. The tradition was then passed on to future generations. The legend of Saint Nick began with Saint Nicholas who lived several hundred years ago. He is credited with many miracles. His change into Santa Claus, or Father Christmas began in Germany where he was called Kris Kringle. The legend grew and spread throughout Europe until he became famous worldwide for gift giving at A€HO«l CIVC0: Christmas. CHRISTMAS CROSSWORD TIMS! Use the clues to complete the crossword below! I. This person delivers toys each Christmas Eve! 6. The Jewish holiday that's celebrated in December. 7. The Christian holiday that is celebrated in December. 8. You hang this in your house for Santa to fill. II. The country that had the first Christmas tree! 12. People like to sing these at Christmastime! ST. MICH'S WORD SSARCH Find the words hidden in the word search below! C J K H Z T E V V M C K U O Z O Q Z E G P 0 Q B M C Y T O T WD U V L G I G FWU J G I V B G D C S C I N P S M P V NG R A M O S K P SW DW H P C L Y A U Y E P L E L I M I N EW T B C A R BM E 0 Y I A E R A G E G C G R NCM L L D N R I F S Q0 Y 0 I R H C R E H WWM N Z H DOWW CIiinBI: 2. Christmas day is always on this date in December? 3. These are popular treats baked during the holidays. 4. Many people dream of snow during the holidays, so that they can have a" " Christmas. 5. Many people mail these to friends and family. 9. This is the African American celebration that takes place every year in December. 10. People put these on trees and houses to decorate. CRSATS YOUR OWY! **< Many families have fun each year making ornaments for the tree. Inside : the ornament, decorate it with markers, paint, f crayons, or even glitter, Then cut it out, put a hook through it and hang it on your tree! d O Z d H Z N W M H{3"V 1 H 3 0H 0 8 I T) 1N pV i r x>f a i ao xn o H xv o x(8"To A X N O T r 30 A H A WT FCD N v® i 1 d d o d 'VA n »n I i>i>-D HM M i 3 K tyx Z A d A O"" M X 1 i 0 0X S A A a 1 81 «0S a 3 9 N AA 3 NMO _ A A H H Z X01A D 0'A.n 1 r g A 03 AXW d 0\dJA AAA 1 i 0 A H n a d Nv H 5 v x Mi f i x o i a r y 1 s d 30-6 z a A n o n • o A A O a o 9 Many cultures have celebrations during December. The 3AV.O S o r d O M O O d A O O Z O f M i o^+iaovd iooszoozonxo Jewish holiday, Hanukkah, is an 8 day celebration, with a A A A X 9 9 A O X A A W A A 3 1 Z H X T O candle being lit each day. The African American holiday, Kwanzaa, celebrates African American heritage. The word Kwanzaa, is Swahili, and means first fruits. During Kwanzaa candles are lit for 7 days. KID' BITS! A REGENCY PROPERTIES Residential, Land & Commercial Sales We Build Your Home : V The Way You Want It n/\if " www.classichomeshc.com Intersection of US 221 & NC163 *1620 NC163-E West Jcftcrvm. SC • 336-24*-.mm Jffirwy T°ny W ATELLITE I) S SALES A SERVICE Office: 336-877-7878 j, Fax:336-246-3601 /I ./ Cell: 336-977-1020 ' Mountain Aire Seafood & Steakhouse Winxnit CossrarmoN Commercial and Residential Weekly Specialties PO Box 972' Wrvt Jefferson, NC Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection Clendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Mcwwij And Me, LLC L YNN'S J EFFERSON A UTO C ENTER "Your Fast Service. 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Boone Kubota, Inc Hwy 421«Mtn, City. TN Q A J Z A T 0 I SPECIAL T H 4 I K YOU T074LI OUR SfOISORS! vbAdL W X P P B H H N V EMPIRE 2000 W. US Hwy 421 • Wilkesboro. NC (336) 667-2886 • 800-523-2745 www.eiiipiredod^exom Humphrey Masonry Supply, Inc. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) I OS S. Jefferson Ave* West Jefferson. NC 336-246-5222 Open Mon-Fri • 7am - 5pm 336-982-9821 8281 262-3700 Boone, NC West Jefferson 601S. Jefferson Avenue Ashe County Builders Supply Complete Line of Building Supplies" Chevrolet West Jefferson, NC 127 Beaver Creek School Road • Wcsl Jefferson 336-846-4636 • YV3vw.wjchevy.net 336-246-3367 PRO �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2006 PAGE 5B COMMUNITY NEWS Why wait until Christmas? Be nice to someone! by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Why do we have to wait till Christmas to be nice to one another? Are we just too busy to help each other out at other times of the year or is it just not in our vision? When we are too busy we don't see the needs. We are walking in that fog that we call our lives. Our attention is focused only on what we see within that immediate vicinity. This is when we are having to race to put out fires that are taking over our homes and our schedules. No wonder we can't see the needs of others; those raging infernos are about to devour everything around you. Several years ago I was just like you! My whole day consist­ ed of going from one fire to the next and sometimes jumping right out the frying pan into the fire. It is so hard to get out of this chaotic mess. We don't know how to put out all the fires at once. This is what we think we have to do. But it is not what works. We have been surviving on a * steady flow of adrenalin pump­ ing through our bodies. This adrenalin has been our drug of choice. We don't know how to function unless we are rac­ ing to put out yet another fire. If somehow we did manage to extinguish all the fires at once we would not know what do to with ourselves. This is why I preach taking BabySteps! BabySteps work! One little habit will help you to eliminate a potential fire start­ er. As you build your simple little habits into a routine; you are going to be so surprised that your stress level has de­ creased and you don't seem to be in that tizzy all the time anymore. It doesn't happen all at once. Our bodies would rebel if we quit our adrenalin junkie habit cold turkey. Establish­ ing one habit at a time slowly decreases our dependency on that drug of choice. I never dreamed that I could function without being pressed out. I took great pride in working better under pres­ sure. Boy was I wrong. As I look back now I can see that most of what I did was thrown together and not done with any planning. You could say I was flying by the seat of my pants. I don't have to live this way any longer. My routines keep me sane. I am not walking in a fog and I can see clearly what needs to be done. I can also see someone licenses RALEIGH —The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles is the first driver li­ cense agency in the United States and Canada to pilot a new design feature for licens­ es which enhances security, protects against document fraud and aids law enforce­ ment. Driver licenses are being fitted with an optical variable device on the back that serves as a common security element. The OVD is a foil-based holo­ graphic security patch that carries design features both visible and invisible to the human eye, including a va­ riety of codes, numbers, 3-D and fluorescent images, and other items. "More than 1.5 million driver licenses will be re­ newed in North Carolina next year," Commissioner of Motor Vehicles George Tatum said, "and this added feature will enhance security and help protect against fraud." Because of the differences in licenses among states, mo­ tor vehicle officials worked in unison through the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators to establish a common element that identi­ fies licenses as officially made fiy a motor vehicle agency. This common element is ex­ pected to assist those who depend on driver licenses to identify people throughout the country, including those driving on the interstates, checking into airports and for other security efforts. North Carolina licenses with the new security patch are being issued initially at the Avent Ferry Road driver license office in Raleigh and will be delivered to offices acros8 the state over the next few months. people paid for the person be­ hind them in line.This went on for three hours. Just yesterday my friend, Eric Dodge told me about a song he was working on as a gift for the troops. His lead guitarist, Jim Sevy wrote a song to lift the spirits of our troops and their families. Eric recorded it and put it as a free download on his website, www.EricDodge.com. The song is called "I Pledge". All they Holiday [») wanted to do was brighten the day of one soldier. Today Eric got an email from a soldier thanking him for the song. It made his day. What have you done today to brighten someone's day? How have you used your tal­ ents to bless the world? If you say, "I don't have time!" Then look at the fires that you are constantly fighting. These fires are keeping you locked in cha­ os. Simple routines will open up your schedule for the good things of life! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free men­ toring group at www.FlyLady. net or her book, Sink Reflec­ tions published by Bantam and her new book, Body Clut­ ter. Copyright 2006 Maria Cil­ ley Used by permission in this publication. feffi Celebration ONE CARAT of diamonds 1488 1/4 CARAT Journey Jewelry of diamonds 1/2 CARAT s199 of diamonds 1/2 Carat 499 One Carat '999 , 1/4 CARAT 1/4 CARAT of diamonds of diamonds *299 1/2 Carat '•599 1/2 Carat *599 One Carat <1199 One Carat <1299 mmrn mm 0/////7V/ DIAMOND 1/4 «CARAT Alt AI' nf OinnumiL \ '249 New security for else's needs. It is such a joy to be able to Pay It Forward at a moment's notice. It brings a smile to my face and puts a song of love in my heart for my fellow man. At this time of year being nice is brought to our atten­ tion. We watch the holiday movies on television and hear about random acts of kindness. 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Wal-mart Shopping Center • Wilkesboro, NC M0N.-SAT. 9:30AM - 8PM SUNDAY 1PM - 6PM 336-667-2257 V I Call us Toll Free 1-888-591-3174 Visit us online at www.thediamondking.com or E-mail us at diakinq@wilkes.net �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2006 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Tuesday & Friday $ 14.55-20 words 17.05 - 25 words 23.73 - 30 words 27.50 - 35 words (extra runs, better rates.) 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted CLASSIFIED DEADUNES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given tor the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check. Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: jclassified @ jeffersonpos1.com Web: www.ieffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices PUBLISHER S NOTICE: I All real estate advertising In this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it Illegal to advertise any preferences Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin Includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call < HUD toll-free at t 800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post 40-Lost & Found Found: Male Sheltle, wearing collar (no tags) found in Bald Mtn Area. If this is your dog, please call 877-4220. Found: Medium size female Chihuahua in Fleetwood/Parkway area, Brown/white, very sweet. Not wearing collar. If this is your dog, please call 877-2203 or 877-8838 Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost Pembroke Welsh Corgi female, white/fawn, wearing brown collar. Her name is Audacious. Lost on Flatwoods Rd. In Creston on Dec. 3rd. If you have information, please call 385-6002. Lost: Will of Robert S. Oliver at First Charter Bank in West Jefferson or at the Court House. If you have Information, please call 385-3961 Missing Dog Reward Offered. Aussie/German Shepherd mix female. Brown & white. Answers to "Molly." Missing since Dec. 10 from East Jefferson near Family Central & Bare Electric. Please call 977-9053 (days) or 982-5145 (nights). 70-Travel & Camping 1992 Prowler 25" with Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. Cal 336-977-0383 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6, Queen Bed. bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 Classifieds make "Cents' "Cents make Dollars" Energetic Certified Nursing Assistant II needed to work with individuals with MR/DD and to assist in the nursing office. Qualified candidates must have a NA II certification, must be a certified Med Tech or willing to become certified,must have a valid driver's license and must love working with people. Primary job duties will include: clerical duties in the nursing office. medication administration in a 15 bed non-ambulatory home and enteral feedings. Interested persons should apply at RHA Health Services, 176 Wildcat Rd.. Deep Gap, NC. Or call Scott Glaze at 828-262-5450 High Energy, Fast Paced Office seeking Operations Assistant to CEO, Also seeking Web Page Manager, experience in html, blogging and general computer knowledge. Hanson Compensation Program. Please send resume to roxanne & mbsfinancial. com, or fax to 336-217-8155. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 MENTAL HEALTH NURSE II (Position 743-50-0676) Open until filled. Fulltime position with New River Behavioral Healthcare in the Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT), work base Wilkes County. Duties include providing medication education, taking vitals, drawing blood, working with the Psychiatrist and monitoring clients' conditions. Position will work on a team of clini­ cians serving 40-50 mentally ill adults with high-needs. Position will provide some provision of services in the consumers' homes. Minimum requirements: Graduation from a State accredited school of nursing and two years experience in psychiatric nursing or a Master's Degree in psychiatric nursing. Must possess an equivalent of four years of MH/DD/SA experience. Must be licensed by the NC Board of Nursing to practice as registered nurse in North Carolina. Typical work hours: 8-5, Mon through Fri with some flexibility required. Salary grade (71) Typical-hiring range: $42,084-$48,180. Submit state application to: Wilkes County Employment Security Commission, 320 Wilkesboro Ave., Midtown Plaza. North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. RHA Health Services has an immediate opening for a Qualified Mental Retardation Professional. Responsible for super­ vising, coordinating and monitoring an array of services and supports. Requires Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Social Services or Special Education from a four-year college or university; at least 2 years experience working with mental retardation or other developmental disabilities. Certain other Human Services Degrees may also qualify. Must have valid driver's license. Call 828-262-5450 Omni Visions, Inc. is accepting applications for AFL (Assisted Family Living) provider. If you enjoy helping others and are willing to open your home to an adult with Mental Retardation or Developmental Disabilities, then this is a great opportunity for an individual or couple. For more information call Beverly at (336) 838-2412. Truck Driver Needed CDL's with Hazmat Full time position. Pay negotiable Call 336-246-6569 140-Help Wanted 330-Pets MENTAL HEALTH NURSE II (Position 743-50-0677) Open until filled. Fulltime position with New River Behavioral Healthcare in the Assertive Community Treatment Team(ACTT). work base Ashe County. Duties include providing medication education, taking vitals, drawing blood, working with the Psychiatrist and monitoring clients' conditions. Position will work on a team of clinicians serving 35-40 mentally ill adults with high-needs. Position will provide some provision of services in the consumers' homes. Minimum requirements: Graduation from a State accredited school of nursing and two years experience in psychiatric nursing or a Master's Degree in psychiatric nursing. Must possess an equivalent of four years of MH/DD/SA experience, Must be licensed by the NC Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina. Typical work hours: Mon-Frl 8-5 with some flexibility required. Salary grade (71) / Typical-hiring range: $42,084$48,180. Submit state application to: Ashe County Employment Security Commission, 626 Ashe Central School Rd., Unit 5, Jefferson, NC 28640. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. Christmas Puppies Jack Russell Terrier Puppies for Sale. Registered, dewormed, tails docked. Both parents are on-site. Call 336-846-6698 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Position for CNA to work with mentally and physically challenged children as assistant to technician in medical setting. Job training & advancement available. Call 385-1775 235-Christmas Trees Premium Fraser fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. 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Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. Call 828-964-8898 1 time 2 times $9.50 $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be In our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Frl. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. WANTED: Responsible party to take on small monthly payments on High Definition Big Screen TV. 1-800-398-3970 310-Musical • -J n ik -J M lake 3 ji a We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy. sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and Ask for Dewey before this program runs out 1195-Legals against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned on or before the 16th day of March, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the under­ signed. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap 250-Furniture Kincald Dining Table & 4 chairs, white wash­ ed oak. $1200 nego. 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We are grateful for the new direction they have taken with the compliance of the law, which is printed below and from the Liberty Counsel which is a nationwide public interest religious civil liberties law firm. *"^6*. , fka/* tS-fcAs-Cr C&qS&wtrh QxJir /bf, d^ccy Boffufft*r*t*-\o-l p ftluiMA-. & ^Qd/. /yfoeuL^Cs+dflCjf. Qhurc b yfchA_ & -hi Axec,. C O.ffl. £/i-fton> /S/!fr*rCAo*cJi 1055 Maitland Center Commons Second Floor Publicly and Privately Sponsored Religious Holiday Displays The display of nativity scenes and religious symbols takes on two forms: publicly sponsored and privately sponsored, both of which can be displayed on public property. A publicly sponsored scene is one that is erected and maintained by public officials. A privately sponsored scene is one that is erected and maintained by private citizens. Both arc constitutional, and both can be displayed on public property. The main difference is that a publicly sponsored scene should have some form of secular display in the same context, while a privately sponsored scene need not have any secular symbols, but should probably have a sign indicating the display is privately sponsored. Publicly Sponsored Symbols An example of a publicly sponsored religious symbol is one that is erected and maintained by city officials on public property. A publicly sponsored holiday display containing a religious symbol should generally include secular symbols.1 The secular and religious symbols should be within the same parameter of view. For example, a holiday display can include a nativity scene along with Santa Claus, reindeer or a Christmas tree. What is true for publicly sponsored holiday displays on public property is also true for holiday displays in public schools. A teacher may decorate the classroom with or feature a display having both religious and secular symbols of the holiday. Privately Sponsored Symbols A privately sponsored religious symbol can also be displayed on public property. The main difference is that the display is sponsored by private citizens. Privately sponsored scenes are more common in public parks where citizens are allowed to engage in expressive activity.2 In most public parks, citizens are allowed to hold gatherings and erect displays. To prohibit religious expression in a public forum where other expressive activity is permitted violates the Constitution. In a privately sponsored scene, secular symbols are unnecessary. In order to clearly designate that the display is privately sponsored, a sign can be erected, similar to the following example: This display is privately sponsored by XYZ Company.' However, such a sign is not mandatory.4 Private holiday displays of religious symbols on public property are permissible under the Free Speech Clause.5 Religious Holidays in Public Schools The former United States Secretary of Education once stated: "Our public schools must treat religion with fairness and respect . . . The United States Supreme Court has also observed: "It can hardly be argued that either students or teachers shed their constitutional rights to freedom of speech or expression at the schoolhouse gate."7 Teachers are both individuals and agents of the state. Consequently, the First Amendment serves to protect their freedom of speech and free exercise of religion and to prohibit them from establishing a religion. Since teachers are employees of the state, they are, in a sense, an extension of the state. As such, the First Amendment Establishment Clause, which prohibits the government from establishing a religion, places certain restrictions on teachers' activities in matters of religion. On the other hand, teachers do not lose their rights to free speech and freedom of religion simply because they are employees of the state." Teaching About Religion Teachers may objectively overview religion as long as the overview is consistent with thesubject matter being taught." Academic freedom is "the principle that individual instructors are at liberty to teach that which they deem to be appropriate in the exercise of their professional judgment."10 According to the Supreme Court, academic freedom 'Lynch v. Donnelly, 465 U.S. 668.673 (1984). The absence of a secular symbol does not mean the religious symbol is unconstitutional. 'See Capitol Square Review' and Advisory Bd. v. Pine tie, 515 U.S. 753 (1995); Doe v. Small, 964 F.2d 611 (7th Cir.1992) (en banc). 'A disclaimer on a privately sponsored religious scene on public property is not necessary but may be helpful to alert the public that the display is in fact privately sponsored. 'Capitol Square Review. 515 U.S. at 753. 'See, e.g.. Warren v. Fairfax County. 1% F.3d 186 (4th Cir. 1999); Kreisner v. City of San Diego, I F.3d 775 (9th Cir. 1993); Americans United, 980 F.2d at 1538. See Congregation Lubavitch v. City of Cincinnati. 997 F.2d 1160 (6th Cir. 1993). See also Chubad-Lubavitch of Georgia, 5 F.3d at 1383. Richard W. Riley. U.S. Secretary of Education. Statement on Religious Expression, http://www.ed.gov/Spccchcs/081995/religion.html. v. Des Moines Indep. Sch. Dist., 393 U.S. 503, 506 7Tinker (1969). "In addition to having constitutional rights and obligations, teachers are public employees and therefore have rights under state and federal employment laws. See MATHEW D. STAYER, ETERNAL VIGILANCE: KNOWING AND PROTECTING YOUR RELIGIOUS FREEDOM 439-451 (2005). Lynchburg, Virginia Tel: 800.671.1776 • Fax: 407.875.0770 This memorandum of law has been prepared by Liberty Counsel in order to offer guidance to public officials and schools regarding the upcoming holiday celebrations. Liberty Counsel is a national public interest law firm specializing in constitutional law. particularly in free speech, religious freedom and church-state matters. We have presented many briefs before the United States Supreme Court, and we have argued before the High Court and in state and federal courts throughout the nation. Liberty Counsel has offices in Florida and Virginia. We have hundreds of affiliate attorneys in all 50 states. This memorandum of law overviews (1) publicly and privately sponsored religious holiday displays, (2) religious holidays in public schools, and (3) the rights of public school students in the context of religious holidays. Suite 2775 Maitland, Florida 32751 A NATIONWIDE PUBLIC INTEREST RELIGIOUS CIVIL LIBERTIES LAW FIRM 100 Mountain View Road Tel: 434.592.7000 • Fax: 434.592.7700 www.LC.org liberty@LC.org symbols of Native American religions or other symbols that are part of a religious holiday [arc] permitted as a teaching aid or resource provided such symbols are displayed as an example of the cultural and religious heritage of the holiday and are temporary in nature. Among these holidays are included Christmas, Easter. Passover, Hanukkah, St. Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Thanksgiving and Halloween. 17 "[T]o allow students only to study and not to perform (religious art, literature and music, when) such works ... have developed an independent secular and artistic significance, would Symbols, Music, Art, Drama and givestudents a truncated view of our culture."18 It would be literally Literature impossible to develop a public The constitutional principle regarding symbols, music, art, school curriculum that did not in some way affect the religious or drama, or literature, whether in nonreligious sensibilities of some public school or in association with other public entities, is of the students or their parents.1" simple - mix the secular and the The court also rejected the sacred. In other words, if a public argument that singing Christian carols would entangle the entity, or a teacher as an agent of that entity, displays or presents a school with religion.20 Certainly, secular aspect or purpose along "JmJusic without sacred music, architecture minus the Cathedral, with the religious symbol, music, art, drama, or literature, then or painting without the Scriptural themes would be eccentric and the display or the presentation incomplete, even from a secular is considered constitutional. A view."21 nativity scene in the classroom In Doe v. Duncanville follows the same guidelines as a Independent School District,22 a publicly sponsored nativity scene on public property. A school- federal court held that a public high school choir's adoption of sponsored Christmas concert on the song, The Lord Bless You a public school campus which and Keep You, as its theme song contains only Christian music and did not violate the Establishment where the concert was directed Clause and was constitutional. and the music selected by the school would be unconstitutional, In Doe, the song was sung every Friday during practice, at the end but Christian Christmas songs of some performances and choral mixed with secular songs of the competitions, and on the bus to holiday make the presentation and from performances, which the constitutional." On the other students were required to sing.2' hand, if the students are permitted to select their own songs as part of In Bauchman v. West High a student performance, then their School2* another federal court held songs would not need to include that singing songs with Christian secular themes. lyrics, including The Lord Bless Probably the best illustration of You and Keep You and Friends, the permissibility for the use of was constitutional even in settings symbols, music, art, drama, and such as graduation ceremonies literature within the public school and concerts at churches.23 The system is the school board policy Constitution does not require that of Sioux Falls School District in the purpose of every governmentSioux Falls, South Dakota. This sanctioned activity be unrelated policy has been court tested and to religion.26 "Courts have long serves as an example to other recognized the historical, social schools.16 The policy states, in and cultural significance of part, the following: religion in our lives and in the Music, art, literature, and drama world, generally."27 having religious themes or basisare Any choral curriculum designed permitted as part of the curriculum to expose students to the full array for school-sponsored activities and of vocal music culture therefore programs if presented in a prudent can be expected to reflect a and objective manner and as a significant number of religious traditional part of the cultural and songs. Moreover, a vocal music religious heritage of the particular instructor would be expected holiday. . . The use of religious to select any particular piece of symbols such as a cross, menorah, sacred choral music, like any crescent. Star of David, creche. piece of secular choral music. "is a special concern of the First Amendment."11 No subject can be thoroughly taught without some discussion of religion.12 The Supreme Court stated that study of the Bible or religion, when presented objectively as part of a secular program of education, is consistent with the First Amendment." The United States Department of Education has issued Guidelines on Religious Expression in Public Schools, noting that the Bible may be taught in school and that a teacher may instruct the class about religious influences relevant to the subject matter being discussed.14 'See Brown v. Woodland Joint Unif. Sch. Dist., 27 F.3d 1373, 1380, (9th Cir. 1994) ("[ AJ reenactment of the Last Supper or a Passover dinner might be permissible if presented for historical or cultural purposes.") '"Edwards v. Aguillard, 482 U.S. 578, 586 n.6 (1987). "Keyishian v. Board of Regents, 385 U.S. 589,603 (1967). '•"The fact is that, for good or for ill. nearly everything in our culture worth transmitting, everything which gives meaning to life, is saturated with religious influences, derived from paganism. Judaism, Christianity - both Catholic and Protestant - and other faiths accepted by a large pari of the world's peoples. One can hardly respect a system of education (hat would leave the student wholly ignorant of the currents of religious thought that move the world society for a part in which he is being prepared." McCollum, 333 U.S. at 236 (Jackson. J., concurring). 15School District of Abinglon Township v. Schempp, 374 U.S. 203(1963). "The Guidelines, first released in 1995 and then again in 1999, state: Public schools may not provide religious instruction, but they may teach about religion, including the Bible or other scripture: the history of religion, comparative religion, the Bible (or other scripturcFas literature, and the role of religion in the history of the United States and other countries all arc permissible public school subjects. Similarly. in part for its unique qualities useful to teach a variety of vocal music skills (i.e., sight reading, intonation, harmonization, expression.). Plausible secular reasons also exist for performing school choir concerts in churches and other venues associated with religious institutions. Such venues often are acoustically superior to high school auditoriums or gymnasiums, yet still provide adequate seating. Moreover, by performing in such venues, an instructor can showcase his choir to the general public in an atmosphere conducive to the performance of serious choral music.28 Public School Students in the Context of Religious Holidays The Supreme Court has declared that, "It can hardly be argued that either students or teachers shed their constitutional rights to freedom of speech or expression at the schoolhouse gate."29 The Court recognized that when a student is in the cafeteria, or on the playing field, or on the campus during the authorized hours, he may express his opinions.30 Students may exercise their constitutional right to free speech while on public school campuses before and after school, between classes, in the cafeteria, or on the playing field. When students walk on the premises of any public school, kindergarten through college, they carry with them the First Amendment protection of free speech and free exercise of religion.31 "Undifferentiated fear or apprehension of disturbance is not enough to overcome the right to freedom of expression."32 The Supreme Court in "Tinker made clear that school property may not be declared off limits for expressive activity by students "33 The Supreme Court has long recognized "that the right to distribute flyers and literature lies at the heart of the liberties guaranteed by the Speech and Press Clauses of the First Amendment."34 "It is axiomatic that written expression is pure speech."35 Wellsettled constitutional law confirms "that the guarantee of freedom of speech that is enshrined in the First Amendment encompasses the right to distribute peacefully."36 "From the time of the founding of our nation, the distribution of written material has been an essential weapon in the defense of liberty."37 The right of free speech includes the right to distribute literature.'8 In fact, the distribution of printed material is considered pure speech.3" Students can distribute religious Christmas cards and it is permissible to consider religious influences on art. music, literature, and social studies. See http://www.ed.gov/ Spcechcs/08-l995/religion.html and http://www.cd.gov/inits/ religionandschools/. "See Bauchman v. West High Sch., 132 F.3d 542 (10th Cir. 1997). cert, denied. 524 U.S. 953. 16Floreyv>. Sioux Falls Sch. Dist. 49-5,619F.2d 1311,1319 (8th Cir. 1980), cert, denied. 449 U.S. 987 (1980). "Id. at 1319-20. "Abinglon Township. 374 U.S. at 225 (quoting Florey v. Sioux Falls Sch. Dist. 49-5.464 F. Supp. 911 (D.S.D. 1979)). '"Id. at 1317. "Id. 11 Illinois ex rel. McCullom v. Bd. of Educ., 333 U.S. 203. 236 (1948) (Jackson. J., concurring). :J70 F.3d 402 (5th Cir. 1995). *7d. at 404,407. 24132 P3d 542 (10th Cir. 1997). *ld. at 547. "•Id. at 553. "Id. at 554. '"Id. (emphasis added). "Tinker, 393 U.S. at 506. " Id. at 512-13. "The students in Tinker included an eight-year-old second grader, an eleven-year-old fifth grader, a thirtccn-ycar-old greet one another by saying, "Merry Christmas." If the school does not have a policy requiring the students to dress in uniform, then the students can wear clothing with religious symbols or words or religious jewelry. As already noted above, students may sing religious Christmas carols. If the songs are part of a school choral performance, then religious songs are permissible so long as the performance also includes some secular songs. Such a performance is equivalent to a publicly sponsored nativity scene. However, if the students are permitted to select their own songs without direction from school personnel, then they can sing whatever songs they choose. No secular component is necessary. This is similar to the privately sponsored nativity scene. Conclusion and Summary sponsored nativity Publicly scenes on public property are constitutional so long as there is a secular symbol of the holiday in the general context. Privately sponsored nativity sc®L religious symbols are permissible on public property that has been opened to the general public for expressive activity. No secular symbol is necessary. A sign indicating the private sponsorship may be helpful. Public schools are not religionfree zones. Classroom discussion of the religious aspects of the holidays is permissible. A holiday display in a classroom may include a nativity scene or other religious imagery so long as the context also includes secular symbols. A choral performance may include religious songs. Indeed, the majority of the songs may be religious so long as the performance also includes secular holiday songs. If the students select their own songs independent of the direction of school officials, then there is no requirement that the songs include secular numbers. Students may distribute religious Christmas cards to theirclassmates during noninstructional time, before or after school or between classes. If the students are not required to dress in uniform, then they may wear clothing with religious words or symbols or don religious jewelry. If you would like additional information or representation, please do not hesitate to contact us. Liberty Counsel offers its representation free of charge. Sincerely, Liberty Counsel eighth grader, and a fifteen and a sixteen-year-old in the eleventh grade. The students in Board of Education ofWestside Community Schools v. Mergens. 496 U.S. 226 (1990). attended public secondary school. Public secondary schools, depending on state law, include middle schools and/or junior high schools and high schools. The students in Widmar v. Vincent, 454 U.S. 263 (1981). involved college students. Although the latter two cases pertained to student clubs within a public secondary school or college, these cases were based on student free speech rights. "Id. at 508. "Groyned v. City of Rockford. 408 U.S. 104, 118 (1972). "Tinker provides the standard for restricting student speech on campus that is not part of a school-sponsored program." Clark, 806 F. Supp. at 119. uISKCON v. Lee. 505 U.S. 672. 702-03 (1992). "Slotterback v. Interboro Sch. Dist., 766 F. Supp. 280, 288 (E D. Pa. 1991). *Id. ''Paulsen v. County of Nassau, 925 F.2d 65. 66 (2d Cir. 1991). "Martin v. City of St rut hers, 319 U.S. 141 (1943). "Texas v. Johnson,491 U.S. 397.406 (1989) (AThe Government generally has a freer hand in restricting expressive conduct than it has in restricting (he written or spoken word.®) � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 81 Issue 102 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 20 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-12-22 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/3dfc08359ea1cdd1c7940c3525fd2486.pdf c6053c2b4e88885fb2a3c4f97ed670ee PDF Text Text Post IW^J Jefferson m Varsity men defeat Pioneers Tuesday page 10 December 26, 2006 Lady Huskies unbeaten at home 50E page 10 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jefrersonpost.coni Latest bowling results Volume 81, Issue 103 page 11 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 County plans landfill expansion New cell to cost $3.1 million by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor With just about six months left of available space in the section, or cell, of Ashe County Landfill currently being filled, county officials are looking to begin construction on the next section. Commissioners approved on Monday a request by Coun­ ty Manager Dan McMillan to borrow $3.1 million to start construction on the third cell of the landfill. The loan pay­ ments, McMillan said, can be made from solid waste tipping fees so the county will not need to access general rev­ enue tax funds to pay for the expansion. The new 7.5-acre section will tie into the five acre sec­ ond cell to offer the county 18or more years of landfill space before moving to the next section, or fourth cell. Once the county fills cells four and five, McMillan said, a lat­ eral expansion of the 187-acre landfill will be needed. Following a tour of the landfill in August, commis­ sioners accepted the lowest bid of approximately $3.1 million with 4.15 percent in­ terest over a 10-year period from BB&T of Charlotte as a financing agreement for the landfill cell. Since then, the state dis­ covered a contamination problem at the landfill coming from the old site that does not have a rubber lining. The cur­ rent Subtitle D landfill cells have rubber lining to prevent leakage and protect the soil and groundwater from poten­ tial contamination. The county must meet state and federal regulations on landfill operations, such as use of a rubber lining for each cell and water monitor­ ing wells. The county operates a Class A landfill meaning leachate, or the runoff that accumulates from rain on the cell, can be recirculated over the trash instead of costly col­ lection and disposal at a fed­ erally approved facility. Because the 30-year-old former landfill site has no rub­ ber lining, a level of contami­ nation has been discovered on the new site. McMillan said Environmental Services Di­ rector Scott Hurley has spent the past several months in­ stalling a drainage system to move the leachate away from the new site and into the laSee Landfill, page 5 A bit of home in Raleigh Post photo by Jim Thompson Representative-elect Cullie Tarleton was in town last Thursday to do some shopping for his new office in Raleigh. Topping the list of items was a copy of Stephen Shoemaker's latest print, "New River Crossing." "I want the decorations in my office to reflect the coun­ ties I represent," Tarleton said. Shoemaker s masterful brush has captured many scenes from the county's past, none more notable than his Virginia Creeper series, of which "New River Crossing" is a part. Jefferson clears way for old hospital to become inn by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Plans for a destination inn at the site of the old Ashe Memorial Hospital can move forward now with the help of a grant and rezoning by the Jefferson Board of Aldermen. With no one present to speak at a public hearing Thursday night, the aldermen voted to rezone the nearly 2.5 acres on McConnell Street from residential to highway commercial as recommended by the town planning board. The Derby family of Char­ lotte, including Leigh and Jen­ nie, and their children Quinn Derby and Tiffany Crenshaw, were approved as the high bidder at $120,000 on the property during the Oct. 18 county commission meeting. The property is owned by the county and inside Jefferson town limits. A $25,000 grant from the North Carolina Rural Center has been approved for pre-development of the facility. Eco­ nomic Development Direc­ tor Dr. Pat Mitchell, county liaison for this project, said word was received about 10 days ago on the grant, and the Derby's will match it with $5,000. This shows a finan­ cial commitment on the part of the property owner, Mitch­ ell said. The grant and matching money will go to the county and the property owner would submit bills to the county for payment through the total grant amount of $30,000. The money must be used within six months, MitcheiJ said. The county may then consid­ er applying this summer for a project development grant through the Rural Center's building restoration and re­ use program that could pro­ vide several hundred thou­ sand dollars for development costs. Mitchell said the Derby's continue to be excited about their plans for the facility, and she expects to be meeting with them this week about setting a closing date on the property. The Derby's were thinking about starting a family busi­ ness when they discovered the old hospital available for sale, and found an opportu­ nity to make a dream come true. Leigh and Quinn Derby spoke excitedly in September about their plans for the fa­ cility. A destination inn with restaurant, entertainment area, courtyard caf6 and mu­ seum library are some of the ideas Leigh Derby shared with local officials. Leigh Derby pointed out various aspects of the build­ ing and talked about the kinds of features he would like to introduce once an as­ sessment of the structure was done and ownership was transferred. Leigh said he has been familiar with Ashe County for many years as he visited here and then bought a home in the Stonebridge commu­ nity. He sees great potential for the community in terms of tourism and as a destina­ tion for travelers, and wants to be involved in making that happen. Destination inns that atSee Hospital, page 5 Lansing seeks to smoke out water leaks by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor If you see smoke coming out of manholes in Lansing, never fear. It's just a test of the water lines to detect leaks. Water Services Director Tim Church told the Lansing Board of Aldermen Monday night that potential prob­ lems with the town's water system were found during a recent evaluation inspec­ tion. Representatives of the Department of Environ­ ment and Natural Resources (DENR) said that while the system is excellent and well maintained, there was a problem with inflow and in­ filtration, meaning rainwa­ ter, groundwater or surface water is entering the system, possibly through leaks in the lines or faulty grout around manholes. Church said there are several methods of locating leaks including a pressur­ ized smoke system to detect holes or breaks in the pipes and manholes. MI recommend this proce­ dure," Church told the board. "It is simple and sometimes pays off, and if it doesn't you could go to a more sophisti­ cated method." If a smoke test produces no results, a further test involves use of closed circuit cameras sent into the lines, he said. "In Jefferson, we are get­ ting ready to tackle some issues, and we will use the smoke detection method first," he said. He also recom­ mended notifying water cus­ tomers who might see smoke and become concerned. Church said he didn't know the exact cost of the smoke test, but it could be done in-house by local water system workers, or through the North Carolina Rural Center who would send a crew and equipment. "It mostly just requires several sets of eyes," he said, to see if and where the smoke ap­ pears. Church said all manholes in the town should have a visual inspection for possible leaks in the grouting or seal. Mayor Jason Ring said there may be a number of man­ holes that have been covered over and will need to be unSee Water, page 5 Knights of Columbus donates $1,500 to pre-K by Linda Burchette preschool programs. The Assistant Editor check was accepted by staff Ashe County preschool stu­ of the Ashe Early Learning dents are the recipients of an­ Center in the old West Jef­ other generous gift from the ferson School. This center of­ Knights of Columbus, whose fers pre-K for Mountain View mission in part is to support and Westwood students and children in their respective another pre-K program is of­ communities. fered at Blue Ridge Elemen­ Representing the Knights tary School. There are five of Columbus and a program classes at West Jefferson and called Operation Lamb, Dr. two at Blue Ridge. Jim Tay­ lor of Deep K N I G H T S scVoVis Gap raised OF COLUMBUS Director donations l» UKVtCC TO ONC IN NMIGt TO ALL for the pre­ of Special school pro­ Education gram by raising money for and Federal Programs Jeanchildren with special needs nie Caviness welcomed the while handing out Tootsie Taylor's and thanked the Rolls. This is a fundraiser Knights of Columbus for the that has been going on for donation, saying it would about 30 years, Taylor said, greatly benefit the preschool raising millions of dollars for program. The Taylor's visited children. in August to present a check Recently, Taylor and his for $900 raised through Op­ wife Sue presented a check eration Lamb. for $1,500 for the county's The Knights of Columbus Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Post photo by Linda Burchette Jim Taylor of the Knights of Columbus and his wife Sue recently visited the Ashe Early Learning Center in West Jefferson to present a check for $1,500 for the pre-K classes. Funds were raised by the Knights of Columbus through Operation Lamb. Pictured from left, are, front row: pre-K teachers Sherry Shepherd, Karl Blow and Kristy Eller, Dr. Jim Taylor; back row: Center Director Jerry Absher, pre-K teachers Teresa Goodman and Marilyn Wooten, and Sue Taylor. Safe Surrender law offers option RALEIGH: In light of the recent incident of an abandoned baby in Wake County, the state Department of Health and Human Services is reminding the public-and especially mothers who might be overwhelmed-that North Carolina's Safe Surrender law is an option to keep babies safe. In 2001, the North Carolina General Assembly passed a law making it legal for a woman to sur­ render a newborn to a responsible adult without fear of criminal prosecution. This was designed to help prevent a postpartum woman who is dis­ traught from endangering her baby. A hospital worker, a social worker, a law enforcement officer or emergency medical worker are all examples of responsible adults who are familiar with the law and would be appropriate. However, as the law is written, any responsible adult can receive a newborn under the age of seven days. They then must protect the infant and immediately notify law enforcement or their county social services department. "Every year there are situations where babies are placed at risk because a frightened and over­ whelmed woman, usually a young woman, tries to hide her newborn baby," said Sherry Bradsher, director of the N.C. Division of Social Services. "If is a Catholic men's fraternal benefit society formed to ren­ der financial aid to members and their families. Mutual aid and assistance are offered to sick, disabled and needy members and their families. Social and intellectual fel­ lowship is promoted among members and their families through educational, charita­ ble, religious, social welfare, war relief and public relief works. Over the past 30 years the Knights of Columbus have volunteered tens of thou­ sands of hours and raised over 12 million dollars for Operation Lamb. The Lamb Foundation awards grants to programs that serve those in the community recommended by Knights of Columbus local councils. Program grants are limited to those organizations providing direct assistance to people affected by develop­ ment disabilities and associ­ ated disorders. she gives birth and panics, she need only find a responsible adult to take her child. However, it is essential that the baby be turned over to a respon­ sible adult. It's the person-to-person contact that is the key." For more information about Safe Surrender in North Carolina, go to www.safesurrender.net. A reminder on deadlines The Jefferson Post will be closed Monday, Jan. 1. The deadline for classified advertising for the Jan. 2 issue is Thursday, Dec. 28, at 9 a.m. There is a noon deadline for all other items. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 Ray Brown West Jefferson August 2, 1929 December 19, 2006 Ray Brown age 77 of West Jefferson, NC, formerly of Piney Creek, NC, died Tues­ day, December 19,2006 at the Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mr. Brown was born in Piney Creek, NC on August 2, 1929 to the late Talmadge and Rissie Halsey Brown. He was a United States Army Veteran, serving in the Ko­ rean Conflict. Funeral services were held Friday, December 22, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at Piney Creek United Methodist Church. A military graveside was con­ ducted by the Bruce Wayne Osborne VFW Post # 7034 of Alleghany County at the Pin- Amy Louise Clements Jaskiel West Jefferson January 28, 1913 December 19, 2006 Amy Louise Clements Jaskiel, age 93 of West Jef­ ferson, NC, died Tuesday, De­ cember 19, 2006 at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. Mrs. Jaskiel was born January 28,1913 in Lynn, MA. She was preced­ ed in death by her husband Stanley Jaskiel. Memorial services were held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, De­ cember 23, 2006 at the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. Father Steve Miller officiat­ ed. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to the Holy Howard Neal Dickson West Jefferson November 8, 1929 December 20, 2006 Howard Neal Dickson, age 77 of West Jefferson, NC died Thursday, December 20, 2006 at the Margate Health and Rehab Center. Mr. Dickson was born November 8, 1929 in Ashe County to the late Quincy and Ella Campbell Dickson. He was a member of the West Jefferson First Baptist Church. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m., Friday, December 22,2006 at the West Jefferson First Baptist Church. Rev. Ken Morris and Rev. Art Ea­ ton officiated. Burial will fol- JEFFERSON POST ey Creek United Methodist Church Cemetery. The fam­ ily received friends Thursday, December 21, 2006 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Badger Fu­ neral Home. Flowers were accepted or memorials may be made to the Ashe Memori­ al Hospital Foundation Fund, 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640. Mr. Brown is survived by his wife: Ann Day Brown, one daughter: Diane Brown Corbitt and husband Zane of Mebane, N.C. , one grand daughter: Ceara Corbitt, sev­ eral nieces and nephews Send condolences to the family by visiting our website at www.badgerfuneralhome. com Badger Funeral Home was in charge of the arrange­ ments. Trinity Episcopal Church. Mrs. Jaskiel is survived by: One step-son, Michael Jaskiel of New Hampshire; three step-daughters, Helen Newport of West Jefferson, NC, Mary Flynn and Judy Georgian both of MA; one brother, George Clements of MA; 32 step-grandchildren, 24 step-great grandchildren, 2 great-great stet-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was in charge of the arrange­ ments. low in the Jefferson Cemetery. The family received friends from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. prior to the service. Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to: High Coun­ try Healthcare System - Hos­ pice, PO Box 421, Jefferson, NC 28640. Mr. Dickson is survived by one sister: Grace Little of West Jefferson, NC; a special friend, Myrtle Prince of Creston, N.C., several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was in charge of the arrange­ ments. OBITUARIES Gilda Scott Reid West Jefferson August 17, 19*29 December 16, 2006 Mrs. Gilda Scott Reid, age 77, of West Jefferson, died Saturday, December 16, 2006 at Duke University Hospital. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, December 20, 2006 at 1:00pm at Zion Unit­ ed Methodist Church. Burial followed in the church cem­ etery. The family received friends from 6-8pm on Tuesday, De­ cember 19, 2006 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mrs. Reid was born in Ashe County on August 17,1929 to the late Raymond Rice Scott and the late Faye Scott. She retired from Ashe Memorial Hospital after 18 years. Evelyn R. Groves Creston October 5,1946 December 20, 2006 Evelyn R. Groves, age 60, of 490 Flatwoods Post Office Road, Creston, North Caro­ lina, passed away on Wednes­ day, December 20, 2006 at the Watauga Medical Center, Boone, North Carolina fol­ lowing a lengthy illness. She was born on October 5, 1946 in Ashe County, North Caro­ lina to the late Lundy How­ ard Perry and Bessie Matilda Lewis Perry. In addition to her parents, she was preced­ ed in death by two brothers: Wayne Perry and Andrew Perry. Evelyn was a Postmaster for the Grayson Post Office. She attended the Seventh Day Adventist Church and had also attended the Bap­ tist Church. Evelyn enjoyed quilting, gardening, crafts and most of all, being a grand­ mother. She is survived by her husband, Francis Groves of the home; one daughter and son-in-law, Holly and James Miller West Jeffer­ son, North Carolina; one son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Linda Groves of Creston, North Carolina; one sister, Ruth Coldiron of Landenburg, Pennsylvania; one sis- Kathleen Geneva Wallace She is survived by a son, Scott (Jerilyn) Reid, of Cary, NC; two daughters, Paulette (Steve) Puckett, of Sanford, NC and Lynne Marlowe, of Wilmington, NC; two sisters, Ruth Allen Greer and Pat Taylor, both of Todd; a halfbrother, Junior Howell, of West Jefferson; five grand­ children, Todd (Julie) Puck­ ett, Elizabeth Puckett (Brad) Peele, Michael Marlowe, Brynne Reid, Madison Reid; four great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson was in charge of these arrange­ ments. ter-in-law, Esther Perry of Creston, North Carolina; one granddaughter, Kelsie Ev­ elyn Hitchcock of West Jeffer­ son, North Carolina; one step grandson, Dustin James Mill­ er of West Jefferson, North Carolina; several nieces and nephews and many, many special friends. Funeral Services for Eve­ lyn R. Groves were conducted at 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 22, 2006 from the Chapel of Henson Funeral Home with Rev. Denton Hart and Mark officiating. The family received friends from 12-2:00 p.m. prior to the Service at the funeral home. Graveside Services and Interment followed from the Sunset Memorial Park, Mountain City, Tennessee. The pallbearers were fam­ ily members. In lieu of flowers, contribu­ tions may be made to the Ev­ elyn Groves Memorial Fund, c/o Henson Funeral Home, 1141 Cold Springs Road, Mountain City, Tennessee 37683. Condolences may be sent to the family through our website at www.hensonfuneralhome.com or by fax at (423) 727-7109 Arrangements for the Groves Family were in the care of Henson Funeral Home of Mountain City, Tennessee. 19, 2006 at Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel in Jefferson, NC. Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to The Alzheimer's Associa­ tion, Western North Carolina Chapter, 3 Louisiana Avenue, Asheville, NC 28806 or the American Cancer Society, c/o Renea Adams, 372 Oscar Day Rd., Jefferson, NC 28640. Mrs. Wallace is survived by her husband: John Little of Warrensville, N.C.,One son: Tony Wallace of West Jeffer­ son, N.C., two sisters: Vir­ ginia McMichael of Oxford, PA and Mabel Webb of Wytheville, Va. Also surviving are two grandchildren, one great­ grandchild and two stepgrandchildren. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website at www. ashelawn. com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel was in charge of the ar­ rangements. West Jefferson Survivors include three July 13, 1929 children, Joe Graham and December 17, 2006 wife Sylvia of Jefferson, Jean Kathleen Geneva Wallace, Powell and husband George of Rutherford College, and age 77, of West Jefferson, Jim Graham and wife Eliza­ NC, formerly of Lansing, died beth of Hickory; a sister, Ruby Sunday, December 17, 2006, Hamm of Rural Retreat, Va. ; at her son's home. Mrs. Wal­ grandchildren, Paul and An- lace was born July 13, 1929 gie Graham, Blake Powell, in Grayson County, VA to the Ginger Stinson, Jason Gra­ late Lee and Flossie Reedy ham, and Megan Morgan; Mahaffey. She was preceded also surviving are six great in death by a son, Gary Lee Wallace. She was a member of Ruth June Blevins grandchildren. Funeral Services were Warrensville Baptist Church. Graham held at 11 a.m. Saturday De­ She enjoyed reading, quilting, Rutherford College, N.C. cember 23, 2006 at the Mor­ and gardening. June 10,1921 Funeral services were held ganton First Church of God. December 21, 2006 Officiating was the Rev. Ter­ Wednesday, December 20, Ruth June Blevins Gra­ ry McGarrity and Rev. Don 2006 at Sugar Grove Baptist ham, 85, of Rutherford Col­ Smith. Interment will follow Church in Lansing, NC. Rev­ lege, formerly of Ashe County, in the Graham Family Cem­ erend Wayne Osborne and passed away Thursday De­ etery, Lansing, NC. Reverend James Greer of­ cember 21, 2006 at her resi­ Burial followed in The family received friends ficiated. dence. Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 the Perry Cemetery in Lan­ Mrs. Graham was born a.m. at the Morganton First sing. The family received on June 10, 1921 in Grayson Church of God. friends from 7:00 p.m. until County, Va. to the late WinMemorial gifts may be 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, December field Blevins and Savannah made to Burke Hospice and Thomas C. Blevins Howell Blevins. She was a Palliative Care, 1721 Enon Died December 18, 2006 homemaker, and was a mem­ Rd. Valdese, NC 28690 or Mr. Thomas C. Blevins died in Lakeland, Florida on Decem­ ber of the Morganton First Morganton First Church of Church of God. In addition to God, 675 Summers Rd. Mor­ ber 18,2006. He is survived by his wife Darlene, three children and two stepchildren. her parents she is preceded in ganton, NC 28655. death by her husband, Frank An online guestbook and Graham; a brother, Mar­ obituary is available at www. Depression not a natural part of aging vin Blevins and two sisters, heritagefuenralservices.com. (MS) - As people grow to settle in if the elderly start Bertha Wilkinson and Mae Heritage Funeral Service older, they and those around feeling as though they're no Blevins. them tend to grow more ac­ longer needed or useful. Such in Valdese served the family. cepting of depression, harbor­ thoughts often begin to creep daughter: Stacey Hartzog ing the belief that depression in after losing a loved one who Larry Hampton of Statesville; two sisters: is a normal part of the aging was reliant on the person, or Hartzog Toby Hartzog of West Jef­ process. It's not, and depres­ just an integral part of the Statesville ferson and Pollie Weaver, of sion in the elderly should be person's life. September 19, 1934 Warrensville; five brothers: treated with the same con­ • Changes in weight. Fluc­ December 19, 2006 Thomas Gordon Hartzog and cern as one would treat de­ tuating weight could indicate Mr. Larry Hampton Hartz­ Edward Hartzog, both of West pression in a young person. something more, particularly og, age 72, of Statesville, died Jefferson, Everette Hartzog of But recognizing depression if substantial weight loss oc­ Tuesday, December 19, 2006 Yadkinville, Jacob Hartzog, of in an elderly person is not curs as a result of not eating. at Iredell Memorial Hospital. Pinnacle and Steve Hartzog, as easy as it might be with a This is most common when Mr. Hartzog was born of Statesville; and numerous younger person. an elderly person loses a life­ September 19, 1934 in Ashe nieces and nephews. A reluctance to share what long partner or friend. County and was the son of the Funeral service were held they're going through makes • Problems with concen­ late Bower Kilby and Dessie on Saturday, December 23 recognizing potential warn­ Younce Hartzog. He was a at 2 p.m. at Boone Family ing signs all the more impor­ tration. If an elderly person begins to suddenly struggle retired machine operator for Funeral Home Chapel with tant. with concentration and such Southern Screw Company Rev. Don Horton officiating. • Persistent sadness. As and National Peening Com­ The family received friends mentioned, everyone feels sad struggling continues, greater pany. He was a member of from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. on from time to time. However, issues could be involved. • Thoughts of death. Per­ Calvary Community Church. Saturday, prior to the funeral feelings of sadness that last In additional to his par­ service. Burial followed in the two weeks or longer are indic­ sistent thoughts about one's own death is a warning sign ents, he was preceded in death Riverview Primitive Baptist ative of something greater. of depression. Again, these by an infant daughter: Lena Church Cemetery. • Excessive worrying. Ruth Hartzog; one sister: You may send your con­ Many elderly people worry, feelings are most common Jane Brown; and one brother: dolence to the family at our but typically those worries when losing a spouse of long­ David Winston Hartzog. website www.boonefuneral- are about family and friends. time friend. Larry is survived by his home.com. For more information on Excessively worrying about wife of 48 years, Naomi Miller Boone Family Funeral finances or health problems recognizing and handling the Hartzog whom he married on Home of West Jefferson was is a possible warning sign of symptoms of depression in April 23, 1958. Also surviving in charge of these arrange­ depression. the elderly, visit the GMHF are one son: James Hartzog ments. • Feelings of worthless- Web site at www.gmhfonline. of Statesville; one grandness. Depression can begin org. ( Donors Beware Come Holiday Season (MS) Much of the joy of the holiday season rests in the joy of giving. A time to reflect on what you have and what others may not, the holiday season represents the peak of donations for many charities across the country. Unfortunately, the holiday season is often the peak sea­ son for fraudulent charities as well. Preying on people's willingness to give, such frauds have a number of tricks up their sleeve when it comes to getting your money. One of their more commonly used tricks is to prey on se­ nior citizens, who they feel are the easiest marks. As good as these con men can be, however, their efforts can be easily thwarted by exercising a few precautions. Don't think a gift man­ dates a donation. Many fraudulent charities resort to this approach, sending you mailing labels, calendars or even cards in an effort to get you to reciprocate. While this is also the practice of many legitimate charities, look into any unsolicited gifts from socalled 'charities' you've never heard of or never donated to. It's also important to be­ ware of charities that boast a sweepstakes as an incentive to donate. Such sweepstakes often require a contribution as an entrance fee. Reputable charities donOt need to resort to these tactics, so any that do might not be legitimate. Beware of the name game. Fraudulent charities often adopt similar names to chari­ ties you've heard of, in the hopes that you'll hear that like-sounding name and as­ sume it's the same charity. Such was the case in 2005 af­ ter Hurricane Katrina, when many fraudulent charities preyed •QniiW willingon people's ness to support hurricane victims. Listen to the name of the alleged charity carefully, and look into it. One company that rose to the forefront during Katrina was Charity Navigator, a non-profit organization that tries to help people looking to donate money. Charity Navi­ gator (www.charitynavigator. org) aims to help people make intelligent donations and avoid being scammed. Don't give in to pressure. A telltale sign of a fraudulent charity is one that attempts to pressure you into giving. A legitimate and worthwhile charity doesn't need to pres­ sure you, as you're likely well aware of its track record. Even if you're not, charities worth your donation will pro­ vide you with literature and other information that details their work. Legitimate chari­ ties also recognize your need to think over your donation, and won't pressure you into making one on the spot. Be wary of over-the-phone giving. While legitimate char­ ities do resort to telephone fundraising, it's often at the expense of the charity. In es­ sence, charities will hire forprofit fundraisers to reel in donations. Those fundraisers will take a cut of your dona­ tion. To get around this, if a fundraiser reaches out to you via telephone, ask for all per­ tinent information, such as a Web address, a mailing ad­ dress, any materials that can be mailed to you, etc. Once you've read over all other materials, mail the charity a direct check. This will ensure that all of you donation is go­ ing to the charity, and not to the fundraiser. Home lighting for aging eyes We may get wiser as we get older, but we also have a harder time "seeing the light" - literally. At age 60, most people need four times more light to see as well as they did when they were 2Q. Fortu­ nately, the lighting industry offers a wide range of designfriendly options to satisfy the needs of senior eyes. You don't have to complete­ ly remodel your house to see well. Lighting solutions can be tailored to fit your unique lighting issues, budget and structure of your house. Amer­ ican Lighting Association ex­ perts Dan Blitzer and Monty Gilbertson, a certified light­ ing consultant with Lighting Designs by Wettstein's, offer the following tips on lighting your home for the aging eye: •Lighting Your Kitchen, Bed and Bath Kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms are areas where people generally want more light as they get older, Blitzer says. For kitchens, Gilbertson suggests under cabinet lights. These can be as simple as fluorescent tubes hidden un­ der the cabinets to direct the maximum amount of highquality light down onto the countertops where you will be preparing meals. This so­ lution requires minimal con­ struction. In the bath, avoid fluorescents, Gilbertson advises. Instead, opt for 100 percent color rendering light bulbs, positioned on either side of your bathroom mirror. Con­ sider installing a dimmer on bathroom lights. Research shows that very low-level reg­ ular light, or light in the red spectrum, maximizes night vision while minimizing the disruption of our circadian rhythm, Blitzer says. •Use Track and Recessed Lighting Another option for your kitchen is to install recessed lights overhead, just in front of the cabinets. This allows the maximum light to fall on both your work area, as well as inside the cabinets when the doors are open, Gilbertson notes. Recessed lighting can be effective anywhere in the house that you require more light. But, cautions Blitzer, be sure the face of the bulb is in­ stalled well above the ceiling to eliminate glare. "Glare is a serious issue for older eyes," he notes. Track lighting is also a good solution for putting light exactly where you need it most. Modern track lighting is available in a wide range of design-friendly styles, includ­ ing flexible tracks and beauti­ ful pendant lights. bv Breathe... Don't Burn! Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: •Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads •Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Burn permits Issued by the N C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: 1 (877) OPEN BURN www.ncair.org 1(877)673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 (Tfwi ad paid tor by a violator of the open burning law) �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS Zogby survey reveals attitudes about Internet WASHINGTON, DC, Dec. 19, 2006 - Only one in five Americans believe that the "next Bill Gates" will come from the United States, ac­ cording to a new telephone poll released today by Zogby International and 463 Com­ munications. The Zogby/463 Internet Attitudes poll found that practically half of all Ameri­ cans (49 percent) believe that the next great technology leader will come from either China or Japan. Twenty-one percent believe that "next Bill Gates" will come from the United States while 13 percent believe he or she will come from India. "The next Bill Gates has already been born, and time will tell what country is pro­ viding the environment of innovation, entrepreneurism and opportunity to enable him or her to flourish with the next great idea," said 463 partner Tom Galvin. The Internet Attitudes poll tested Americans views on their perceptions of Inter­ net. Among the findings: Kids are more Internet- savvy than Congressmen. An overwhelming majority - 83 percent -- believes that a typical 12-year-old knows more about the Internet than their member of Congress. Republicans (85 percent) and Democrats (86 percent) agreed with each other. Internet vs. the print­ ing press. While the Web is roughly 550 years younger than the printing press, one-third (32 percent) of all Americans believe that the Internet is a greater inven­ tion. Sixty-five percent said Johannes Gutenberg's print­ ing press that merely nabbed him the title "Man of the Millenium" by Time Maga­ zine is a greater invention. Interestingly, while whites favored the printing press over the Internet by 69 to 27 percent, only 57 percent of African Americans favored the printing press and 41 percent chose the Internet. Moreover, Hispanic Ameri­ cans actually favored the In­ ternet 51 to 47 percent and Asian Americans surveyed also chose the Internet by 85 to 12 percent. Car more important than email. While, many may think the Internet is a his­ toric invention, it still trails badly behind in what they depend upon for their work. When asked "What would make it harder for you to work - your car not starting, or losing Internet and email access?" 78 percent gave the nod to the car while only 10 percent said the Internet. Of those surveyed making more than $100,00 a year, 31 percent chose the loss of Internet access, while only 6 percent of those making less than $35,000 did. Internet everywhere. Two-thirds of Americans be­ lieve that soon there will be no place in the world where we won't be able to access the Internet. Sixty-six percent said that in 10 years they will be able to access the In­ ternet anywhere they are in the world. We are voyeurs. Two in three Americans believe what Paris Hilton and Brit­ ney Spears already know. Sixty-seven percent agreed that new camera and Inter- Mountain TV Center opens Mountain View TV Center recently opened at 607-C South Jefferson Avenue in West Jefferson, and had ribbon cutting. Pictured, L-R are: Beth Dixon, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, Bailey Little (cutting ribbon), George Santana, Edna Santana, Bryce Little, Tricia Little, George Little, Jerry Abreu, and Carol Dodson, Chamber Board Member. Mountain View TV Center has a large selection of Plasma, LCD, and CRT televisions. Flying into 2007 by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Here it is a brand new year with all the promise of a fresh start that comes with it. At FlyLady we have learned that new beginnings can hap­ pen any time we choose and it doesn't take a new day, new week, new month or even a new year to start over. That doesn't change the fact that we still love new beginnings and starting fresh. And even though we don't like New Year's resolutions we still make goals for our­ selves. This is a healthy thing to do. The other night at the bowling alley a dear friend ask me if there was anything I had not done in my life that I really wanted to do. This was a very tough question for me. I am a happy person and I get to do every day what God put me on this earth to do. There is not much better than that! So I thought about it for about ten minutes and came up with something that seemed very strange to my friend. I told her I wanted to see a volcano, a glacier and the Grand Canyon up close one day. That was all I could think of at the time. One day I will see them but if my life were to end today; I would not feel sorry for myself because I had not seen them. I have no regrets about anything. Ev­ ery decision I have made in my life has ended up being a good one even if at the time it was not. I learned from my mistakes and did not pine away my future by beating myself up over past mistakes. None of us are perfect and the sooner we understand this and quit punishing ourselves for this lack of perfection the better off we will all be. Perfectionism keeps us stuck in the past so we are unable to function in the present. Let's take that per­ fectionism bat your are beat­ ing yourself up with on a daily basis and use it to hit home runs. Each time you see perfectionism throwing you a curve ball; turn it around and hit it back to where it belongs; Out of sight and out of mind! Perfectionism is the Body Clutter we all have to face. Facing our fears head on and using those fears to propel us to a new level of understand­ ing about ourselves and the world around us will help us to eliminate this clutter. Fear is the opposite of love! In fact I believe that it is worse than hate. It is hate disguised as something else. When we uncover our fears and bring them into the light of day; we are acknowledg­ ing that we don't have to be perfect and that our fears do not make us less than. Fear of failure is nothing more than a lack of love for you and your abilities. Face your fears head on in this New Year! Let go of your perfectionism and you might just find yourself FLYing! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her new book, Body Clutter. Copyright 2006 Marla Cilley Used by permission in this publication. Tourism meeting planned Tourism is playing an ever growing role in the economic development of rural North Carolina. Tourism is one of North Carolina's largest in­ dustries and in 2005; domes­ tic travelers spent $14.2 bil­ lion across the state of North Carolina. This was a 7.3% in­ crease over 2004. In 2005 over 64.5 million visitors traveled to North Carolina ranking us eighth out of 50 states in per­ son-trip volume by state. On Friday, January 12, 2007, a Yadkin Valley Tour­ ism Event will be held at the Village Inn Golf and Confer­ ence Center in Clemmons, North Carolina from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The focus of the event is to bring together individuals, small businesses, and organi­ zations involved or interested in rural tourism in the Yad­ kin Valley American Viticul­ ture Area (AVA). Participants will have the opportunity to: • Meet new people and renew acquaintances. • Learn the "ins and outs" of liability and insur­ ance. • Learn to market through signage. • Gain good business management and operations techniques. This event is being of­ fered through North Carolina State University's Coopera­ tive Extension Service and the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management, the Chambers of Commerce of Greater Mt. Airy, Wilkes, and Yadkin Val­ ley and the Small Business Centers of Forsyth, Surry, and Wilkes, Community Col­ leges. The event cost is $35 which includes lunch and all work­ shop sessions. A brochure is available from your local Co­ operative Extension Center. Registration is being taken by the Surry County Center of North Carolina Cooperative Extension. For more informa­ tion call (336) 401-8025. net technologies are turning us into a nation of voyeurs and paparazzis. Katie Bests YouTube, for now. But at the same time, while "You" is this year's Time Magazine "Man of the Year", most Americans aren't quite ready to rely on "citizen videos" for our news just yet. Seventy-percent said they would rather watch the eve­ ning news coverage instead of a citizen video report on an event. Though, only one year after YouTube burst onto the scene, fully 25 percent of those 18-49 years old would chose citizen video. Self-de­ scribed progressives picked citizen video 30 percent of the time, while only 11 percent of those calling themselves very conservative did. The nationwide telephone survey of 1,203 adults was conducted 12/5/06 through 12/8/2006 and has a margin of error of +/- 2.9 percentage points. Foxx challenges paper on Wilkes comments (Editor's note: This is the text of a letter sent by U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx, R-NC, to the Wall Street Journal in re­ sponse to their characteriza­ tion of Wilkes County as "the leaat highly educated" county in the United States.) After reading the article "America, Up Close and Per­ sonal" in the Wall Street Journal on October 26, 2006, I found it neither an up close nor a personal look at Amer­ ica but instead driven solely by statistical data. The arti­ cle does not take into account the quality of the people, the schools and the community, especially in the limited pro­ file offered on the education level of Wilkes County, N.C. Instead it focuses only on ad­ vanced degrees such as mas­ ters, doctorates and profes­ sional degrees. One can draw very differ­ ent conclusions, depending on the sample or survey used. When looking at the popula­ tion 25 and older in Wilkes County, the 2005 American Community Survey (ACS), used in the article, estimates 2.3 percent have their ad­ vanced degrees while the 2000 Census estimates 3.6 percent. The ACS samples about one in 40 while the Census sur­ veys one in six. The article goes on to say that Wilkes County is the "Least Highly Educated" county in the U.S. leading readers to believe that the numbers reflect the intellect of citizens or repre­ sent all degrees as the term "higher education" entails. In reality, Wilkes County has a strong and knowledgeable workforce. Wilkes County's workforce, excellent quality of life, abun­ dance of land and low operat- Post file photo Rep. Virginia Foxx ing costs have continued to draw business and industry to the area. The county is rich in culture, tourism, industry and higher education oppor­ tunities. Despite its rural character and small popula­ tions, Wilkes County has been the birthplace of numerous successful industries such as Lowe's Home Improvement, Northwestern Bank and Lowe's Foods. Wilkes County remains one of the largest producers of poultry in the Eastern United States with Tyson Foods being the larg­ est employer in the area. Representing Wilkes County for over four years, first in the N.C. Senate and now in the U.S. House of Representatives, and having lived in an adjoining county for over 40 years has allowed me to see first hand that the people of Wilkes County are intelligent, well educated, and hard working regardless of their degrees. Residents of rural areas like Wilkes Coun­ ty, which are strongholds for manufacturing and agricul­ ture, tend to be pragmatic and fiscally conservative folks. For this reason, resi­ dents may choose not to seek advanced degrees which may not advance them materially. However, this is changing due to growth in population, eco­ nomic development and the county's ample opportunities for higher education. Both Appalachian State University (ASU) and Wil­ kes Community College offer the county numerous ways to advance in education and knowledge. ASU offers five undergraduate colleges and schools plus one graduate school with more than 100 studies at the master's lev­ el, earning ASU 12th place among the South's top 63 master's universities in 2007 by U.S. News and World Re­ port. Wilkes Community Col­ lege offers 39 opportunities for degrees, diplomas, and certificates in areas of study in the Art and Sciences, Busi­ ness and Public Technologies, Health Sciences, and Indus­ trial and Engineering Tech­ nology. Wilkes County has grown significantly in population, economic development and higher education from its historic roots. I believe the "America, Up Close and Per­ sonal" article is short-sighted and misleading. Success of a community should not be measured by how many citi­ zens possess master's degrees but on the heart and soul of its people, culture and com­ merce. 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Jefferson Avenue in downtown West person Olobrale \e« Years live with Live Music featuring Victoria �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers 'A('1 1 without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 FUESDAY, DECEMBER ah, 2006 Editorial The return of the natives Earlier this month, there came some astonishing news: the Seminole tribe of Florida had purchased the Hard Rock Cafe chain, along with associated prop­ erties, for $965 million. Tribal Vice Chairman Max Osceola put it best:"Our ancestors sold Manhattan for trinkets. Today, with the acquisition of the Hard Rock Cafe, we're going to buy Manhattan back one hamburger at a time." And they are well on their way. Across the United States, Native American tribes are currently taking in about $22 billion at casi­ nos. That is all money from non-natives, too: the resi­ dents of reservations are not allowed to gamble at these casinos. Lest you think Max Osceola is kidding, consider the history of his remark­ able tribe. The Seminoles once controlled an area that included Florida and por­ tions of Georgia, Mississippi and Alabama. The United States government under Andrew Jackson sought to take over their lands, and succeeded to a point. Some 3,000 Seminoles were shipped over the Mississippi River in an ugly event simi­ lar to the Cherokees' Trail of„Tears to Oklahoma. But about 500 Seminoles made it back into the Everglades, and fought a guerrilla war against the U.S. Army. After losing over 1,500 soldiers to the Seminoles, Washington called the war off and left the natives alone in the swamps. Almost 170 years later, the Seminoles have never signed a peace treaty with the United States. They remain proudly unconquered and independent, the lone tribe that can make those claims. So now they are taking back America. Considering the appalling treatment their ancestors faced— including outright geno­ cide—we wish them well. Even though they are unlikely to buy back Manhattan, we hope that the terrible cycle of pov­ erty and oppression that has been a shameful part of our national heritage will one day be balanced by a present in which our native tribes remain proud bear­ ers of their rich heritage and culture. The numerous descendents of the "Sizemore Claimants" (check the local history/genealogy room of the Ashe County Public Library if you do not know what this phrase means) might polish up their pedi­ grees before it is too late. The times they are a-changing. ,®IOD» No place for U.S. forces To the Editor: In early November, an editorial calling for Donald Rumsfeld to be replaced as secretary of defense, showed up simultaneously in the Army Times, Navy Times, Air Force Times, and Marine Corps Times. Distributed to members of the U.S. armed forces throughout the world, these publications stated that President Bush must "face the hard bruising truth (that] Rumsfeld has lost credibility with the uniformed leader­ ship, with the troops, with Congress, and with the public at large." Only days earlier, Mr. Bush stated that he wanted both Rumsfeld and Vice President Cheney to remain in their posts for the remaining two years of his administration. As he spoke, more troops were being killed and wounded in a war that has degenerated into a civil conflict between Muslim factions competing for power. Letters to the Editor Then, one day after the Republicans suffered what Mr. Bush himself called a "thumping" on Election Day, Rumsfeld's resignation was announced. To replace him, Mr. Bush turned to Council on Foreign Relations veteran and former CIA Director Rob­ ert Gates, a move that does not bode well for the troops caught in a civil war between Islamic factions. Iraq is no place for American forces no matter who is secretary of de­ fense. Frank M. Pelteson A holiday season return to columnist's roots As we are reminded every Christmas, Ebenezer Scrooge was able to revisit his child­ hood for a brief moment, thanks to Charles Dickens. Next Thursday (January 4) at 8 p.m., thanks to UNC-TVs popular Our State program, I will get to do the same thing by visiting my hometown, Da­ vidson, near Charlotte. Growing up in this small college town was something I appreciate more and more as I grow older. I bet you share the same kind of feelings about your hometown. It's fun to remember some of the stories, isn't it? I will share some of mine next Thursday, but I am going to tell a few of them now—just in case you miss the TV pro­ gram. My family lived next door to the historic (1837) Davidson College president's house. Our neighbor was Davidson's pres­ ident, John R. Cunningham. Dr. Cunningham was always dignified and proper, so much so that sometimes the stu­ dents called him "Slick John." His success in fundraising and faculty recruitment during the 1940s and 50s put Davidson on the road to national promi­ nence. Dr. Cunningham kept chick­ ens in his back yard. Once, when he and Mrs. C u n ningham took a long trip, he asked me to feed the chickens and clean up afler D.G. Martin them. For my pay­ ment, I could keep all the eggs the hens laid while the Cunninghams were away. But there weren't any eggs. I thought something was wrong with the chick­ ens. But, years later, Marion Weaver, who had worked for the Cunninghams, explained, "When the Cunningham's house was empty, word would get around that there might be some 'free' eggs in the coop. Somebody was just getting to those eggs before you did." Later on I had a more successful job, washing the windows of the Davidson merchants every Saturday morning. Two of the most suc­ cessful businesses on Main Street were the Johnson and the Norton barbershops. Both were owned by African-Ameri­ cans, and both then limited their clientele to whites. (To­ day, those shops are gone. But James Raeford, one of the bar­ bers in Johnson's shop, and his son operate Raeford's Barber Shop. Joe McClain and Ken Norton, who have been cut­ ting the hair of Davidson Col­ lege student for more than 50 years, still come in to help.) The Civil Rights Movement came to Davidson late, but when it did, Ralph Johnson's barbershop was one of the first targets. The irony of white col­ lege students picketing an Af­ rican-American-owned shop for discrimination makes for a compelling story, which is told with passion in a book writ­ ten by the late Ralph Johnson called "David Played a Harp: A Freeman's Battle for Indepen­ dence." I stayed in Davidson for my college years. Dr. Tom Clark taught my Freshman Bible course, which was two tough semesters about the Old Testament. We called him "TBird Tommie" because, as a dashing young bachelor pro­ fessor, he drove around in a new Thunderbird. Later, Dr. Clark turned a sculpturing hobby into a business that has thrived beyond belief. Ac­ cording to his company, Cairn Studios, several million collec­ tors across the world have ac­ quired at least one of the more than 1000 statues created by Tom Clark. Most of his work is on display at a museum on Davidson's Main Street. In 1962, when I was a col­ lege senior, Secretary of State Dean Rusk came back to his alma mater for a visit. Rusk played basketball at David­ son. He was a great player, according to my dad who played on the same team. So, Rusk dropped by our basket­ ball practice to congratulate us for breaking the winning streak record (eight games) that his team had made in 1929. We were feeling mighty proud. Then, somebody asked him to "take a shot" and, sure enough, he came on to the court at about where the 3point line is today, caught the ball that Coach Lefty Driesell had tossed to him, bent his knees, dropped his arms, and then flipped a two-handed, un­ derhand set shot towards the basket. And he swished it. If you want to see this beau­ tiful town and college, watch "Our State" on UNC-TV on Jan. 4, or check my UNC-TV blog (www.unctv.org/ncbookwatch/), where I will post a few more stories. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Sun­ days at 5:00 p.m. *«•<•» Is money best answer to educational challenges? Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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RALEIGH - This deserves emphasis, given the central role that public education plays in North Carolina po­ litical debate: our schools have vastly more resources to work with than they did a genera­ tion ago. For every school-related problem, some offer a taxrelated solution. If teachers are exiting the profession, we should dramatically increase average pay. If students aren't performing in poorer, rural school districts, those districts should receive dramatic in­ creases in state funding. If disadvantaged students aren't performing in urban districts, they should receive dramatic increases in state and local funding. If it's still not enough, we should spend millions more on universal preschool, classsize reduction, technology, new facilities, etc. Education is a good invest­ ment. A properly structured education system is worth tax­ ing citizens and spending their money to operate, as it fulfills a core state function: ensuring that future citizens have the knowledge and skills neces­ sary to be informed voters and responsible citizens. But the underperformance of public education, in North Carolina and in the nation as a whole, cannot be attributed to inadequate funding. Adjust­ ed for inflation and student enrollment, spending on pub­ lic schools has soared over the past two decades. The Ameri­ can system is more generously funded, again in per-pupil terms, than almost every oth­ er educational system in the world. Unfortunately, America doesn't since the mid-1980s has been rank cor­ accompanied by improvements respond­ in student performance. Na­ ingly high tionally, there was a slight upwhen it tick in average scores, though c o m e s hardly enough to conclude that to inter­ the additional resources had national been wisely invested. In North tests of Carolina, our students actu­ e d u c a ­ ally made significant gains tion out- on reliable national tests of c o m e s . core subjects during the early John Hood In North part of the period in question, Carolina, from the late 1980s to the midspending 1990s. per pupil rose more than 60 But as the full effects of the percent from the mid-1980s costly reforms of the mid-1990s (when the Basic Education kicked in, our performance on Plan was enacted by the Gen­ national tests actually became eral Assembly and then-Gov. less impressive. There were Jim Hunt) until 2001, a pe­ still gains in average scale riod that included massive scores and proficiency levels increases in funding to raise in math, but North Carolina's teacher pay "to the national reading performance declined, average" (which was bunk, while its science scores barely since North Carolina teacher budged. More importantly, pay was already above the these scores were for 4th and national average when prop­ 8th graders. The final product erly measured), to build new of an educational system is facilities to accommodate en­ a well-educated high-school rollment growth, and to steer graduate. Unfortunately, there more state dollars to smaller is no evidence of a significant and poorer districts. improvement on this measure It's true that since 2001, the during the period in question. inflation-adjusted per-pupil Looking at North Carolina's trend in North Carolina has experience in isolation could been essentially flat, in part lead one to false conclusions. because of fiscal crises and in Other states raised spending part because of a massive en­ less than North Carolina did rollment surge. Still, given the since the mid-1980s, and also massive increase in resources saw improvements, particu­ during the 1980s and 1990s, larly early on. Others raised the notion that our schools are spending more than North "underfunded," or indeed have Carolina did, and saw their become increasingly starved schools perform less impres­ for dollars as some commenta­ sively than ours. tors often suggest, cannot be If adding to the $7,000reconciled with reality. $8,000 currently spent on It wouldn't be fair to say operating and capital costs that none of the additional per pupil in most N.C. public spending on public schools schools would result in signifi­ cant and lasting educational benefits, there might be a good case for it. Right now, though, that case would be exceeding­ ly difficult to make. Structural changes should proceed it - changes that set higher aca­ demic standards, retain and compensate teachers based on performance, and give parents more power to choose the edu­ cational setting that will best meet their children's needs. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Landfill continued from front page goon where leachate is collect­ ed. Test wells were set up and hopes are to have the problem resolved within six months. In the meantime, McMillan said, the county needs to move ahead on developing the third cell in order to increase capac­ ity to handle the county's sol­ id waste. Construction could begin on the first part of the cell, he said, and be completed once the test wells reveal the contamination has been di­ verted from the new cell. McMillan noted that the county's solid waste is down this year about 22,000 tons from the same period last year, revealing a potential increase in recycling and con­ servation. If this trend contin­ ues, it will help extend the life of the landfill. or special video presentations. There would be a gift shop for local art. They plan to create a combination museum and library reading room with displays of old medical equip­ ment once used at the old hos­ pital that would be especially appealing to people born at the hospital or whose family members worked there. The Derby's have strate­ gic partners involved in their plans for tours of regional wineries, the New River, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and groups looking for touring sites. "We'll have that desti­ nation place for them," said Leigh Derby. "We will market to touring clubs with the time and resources to come here." Abandoned first when the new Ashe Memorial Hospi­ tal opened in 1971 and then five years ago when the coun­ ty moved agencies located there to newer facilities, the 65-year-old former hospital building was a neglected re­ minder of the past. Citizens called for the county to save the building and perhaps turn it into a museum, but a renovation study revealed that the cost would exceed the value of the property, pos­ sibly up to $2 million. Cost of demolishing the structure was also deemed prohibitive. Now the historic structure has a brighter future and will perhaps begin a new era in the county's history. Lansing Aldermen ap­ proved doing the smoke test on the water lines, uncover­ ing any hidden manholes, and sealing any found to be leaking. "This is a step in the right direction," said Mayor King. Church said if the major­ ity of manholes are currently uncovered, the town should go ahead with the smoke test. Any manholes found to be leaking could be resealed. The state will look favorably at any effort to deal with the situation, he said. Church also notified the board that the wastewater treatment plant has problems with the composite samplers. This equipment is required for sampling the water com­ ing in and going out of the plant. An automatic compos­ ite sampler is required for testing every 24 hours. One of the plant's samplers is bro­ ken and not worth fixing, he said, and the other is almost to that point. The samplers cost about $1,500 each. Only one is needed, he said, but there must be a backup. The aldermen voted to purchase one composite sam­ pler this budget year and an­ other next year. Church said these actions by the board will satisfy the state that the town is dealing with the problems. Hospital continued from front page tract travelers and groups looking for the smaller and more unique places to stay are growing in popularity around the country, Derby said, and he hopes to create such an inn at the old hospi­ tal. The Derby's have plans for an inn of approximately 20 rooms and suites rang­ ing from the high end price to more modest hostel type accommodations. Plans also include a restaurant and a smaller outdoor cafe, wine cellar and tasting room for regional wines, coffee bar, and an entertainment area for musical and dance per­ formances and perhaps a big screen for television, movies Water continued from front page covered for inspection. The aldermen said they never realized this could be a problem, although they understood that there could be problems with manholes near the river that have soft linings. These may need to be raised above grade, said Alderman Dennis Trainor, to prevent leaks. County Planner Zach Edwardson, who was present at the meeting, said there may be grants to help with the cost of raising the manholes. Church added that there may be federal money requiring a match, and that Jefferson is pursuing funds to upgrade the water/sewer systems. Lowes Foods resolves to help kids be healthier in New Year Winston-Salem, NC - New Year's Resolutions are hard to make and hard to keep. Many people decide on a resolution only to forget about it or break it by the end of January. It's hard enough for adults to put their energy into a healthy living resolution, but it's even harder for children to do so. That's why Lowes Foods is teaching kids about healthy lifestyles with its Be A Smart Shopper! Program. Be A Smart Shopper is an award-winning, free nutrition and healthy lifestyle educa­ tion program that teaches kids five strong messages: eat more fruits and vegetables; use MyPyramid for Kids to plan meals with variety and to be physically active every day; drink plenty of low-fat milk instead of soft drinks; se­ lect whole grain foods in the bread and cereal aisles; and buy natural, rather than pro­ cessed, ingredients to cook at home with their families. Any one of those five educa­ tional messages could repre­ sent a healthful and realistic goal, or New Year's Resolu­ tion, for a pre-K through 6th grader (and their parents). For example: 1. I resolve to eat a fruit with every meal in 2007. 2. I resolve to make my snacks healthier by adding fruits and vegetables in 2007. 3. I resolve to eat more whole wheat bread and oat­ meal in 2007. 4.1 resolve to drink 3 glass­ es of low fat milk every day in 2007. 5.1 resolve to help my fam­ ily cook more homemade din­ ners in 2007. 6.1 resolve to eat a healthy breakfast every school day in 2007. 7. I resolve to play in the fresh air to exercise my mus­ cles every day in 2007. "Even if children choose just one of these positive goals, they will come closer to achieving the target nutrients and number of calories appro­ priate for their stage of devel­ opment," said Cindy Silver, M.S., R.D. L.D.N., corporate nutritionist for Lowes Foods. "If a child can incorporate ad­ ditional resolutions into their lives, the positive results will multiply." Lowes Foods' Be A Smart Shopper! Program is in its 10th year of offering free nu­ trition and healthy lifestyle education to groups of 4 to 12 year olds. The real-life envi­ ronment of the supermarket makes a great 'classroom' because it is familiar to stu­ dents. After strolling up and down the aisles of the store for 60 to 75 minutes during the guided, interactive tour, students and teachers have made nutritional discoveries, learned about food label facts, and tried new and interesting foods. Realistic goals are extreme­ ly helpful to positive behav­ ior change at any age. Lowes Foods' Be A Smart Shopper! Program is helping to make a healthy difference for our community's youth as we en­ ter the New Year. Learn more or sign up for a tour at www. lowesfoods.beasmartshopper. com or by calling 1-800-9876409. Founded in 1954, Lowes Foods employs 8,500 people and operates 106 stores in North Carolina, South Caro­ lina and Virginia. The compa­ ny is focused on offering fabu­ lous, fresh foods and great groceries in an environment that is easy to shop. Its cus­ tomer-service focus has led it to develop innovative services such as Lowes Foods To Go and to offer customers the services of a Corporate Nutri­ tionist. It also provides reci­ pes and meal planning tips on its website. Information about these and other services can be found at the Lowes Foods website, www.lowesfoods.com. The High Country's Value priced Dodge-Chrysler-Jeep Service Center! • Shop our prices first or shop us last... just shop our prices! ' We can perform manufacturers scheduled maintenance on any vehicle. • We sell all national brands of tires. Recent- ribboncuttings 502 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-8806 www.heritagedcj.com CHRYSLER ^=3^*53=- Got a Computer for Christmas? % . ** k w4 ' a Y " ' * 0' ' s ' 9» • . v - « * A' * *' • ' ' ' '• V. 7 Photo courtesy of Ashe Chamber of Commerce Brooke Business Agency held its Grand Opening and Chamber of Commerce Ribbon-Cut­ ting recently. Pictured, L-R, are Beth Dixon, Executive Director of the Chamber, Jan NoffsInger, Rob Noffsinger, Wendy Sheets, Cynthia Staley, and Barbara Faw. Brooke Business Insurance is a community agency offering most types of insurance. The agency has a busi­ ness concentration, but also offers homeowner's, personal auto, motorcycle, motorhome, umbrella life and health for individuals, as well as life and health and other benefits for busi­ nesses. •% k f • : •' ft \' I H(Kf Top it off with SkyBest High-Speed Broadband Internet. If you found a computer under your tree this year, you need Internet service that's faster than Santa's reindeer. SkyBest High-Speed Broadband Internet service will do the trick — and you can talk on the phone and surf the Internet at the same time. Faster and more reliable than dialup, high-speed broadband Internet lets you share and receive information in a flash. Call now to make your gift even nicer. SkyLine SkyBest 877-1350 Photo courtesy of Ashe Chamber of Commerce Buffalo Tavern Bed & Breakfast held a Christmas gathering and Ribbon-Cutting recently. Pictured, L-R, are Vicky Moody, Joe Martin, Irene Sabol, and Sally Thiel. Buffalo Tavern has three bedrooms available for guests in a beautifully restored old farmhouse. >• www.skyline.org • www.skybest.com Some restrictions apply. Service may not be available in all areas. �PAGE 6 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Mobile Pharmacy still filling prescriptions for Ashe Sunday, December 31 10 a.m.: "Youth Sunday" at Calvary Free Will Baptist Church. Sunday school at 10 a.m., and morning worship ser­ vice at 11 a.m. You are invited to attend this special day. The guest evangelist is Rev. John Wishon, General Manager, Program Director, and morn­ ing co-host for 3WC Radio of Wilkesboro. Sunday school will be under the direction of your young adults and special music will be performed by the youth and children of the church. The church is located on 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., directly across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions call the church at: (336)9824840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. 10:30 a.m.: Mt. Paddy Church will host the Pine Ridge Boys. They have been singing Southern Gospel Music for the past 42 years. 7 p.m.: Rock Creek Baptist Church, A Watch Night Service, weather permit­ ting. Everyone is welcome to attend. 8 p.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces New Year's Eve service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. way? Meet a ranger for a 1.3mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. Sunday, January 7 9 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a New Years Celebration with 2 preaching services and end with praying in the New Year. Pastor, Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion welcome you. Thursday, January 4 8 a.m.: Interagency Meeting. Come and share information with others about new and ongoing community projects, at Jefferson Station Coffee Shop. Saturday, January 6 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson History; Meet at Park Office. Today Mt. Jefferson is a State Park and a National Natural Area. Why did this mountain become a park and who owns it today? Meet at the park office and explore some of the stories and photos from the past. This program will include a drive to the park's overlooks and an optional 3 tenths of a mile hike to the summit tower at 4683 above sea level. Bring a coat and boots if you plan to hike. 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic moun­ tain? What is Amphibolite any­ PIZZA PLUS Monday, January 8 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Boone. Daniel Piatt and Reid Smithdeal, counselors with New River Behavioral HealthCare will present a program on Recovery Initiatives dealing with Medication Management and Psychosocial Family Education. The public is invited to attend. Saturday, January 20 7 a.m.: Special Siblings Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Designed to help prepare young children for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734. Thursday, January 11 7:30 a.m.: Screening at Cholesterol Mt. Hearts. 1 p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike: Meet at Mount Jefferson Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744 picnic shelter. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecological interconnec­ tions and energy exchangers that make life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a vari­ ety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Wear stur­ dy shoes. Wednesday, January 11 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family Central Conference Room. Call 846-0781 for more infor­ mation. Sunday, January 21 Friday, 1 January 19 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ 3 p.m.: Free Car Se Checks Seat at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic moun­ tain? What is Amphibolite any­ way? Meet a ranger for a 1.3mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. Tuesday, January 23 5:30 p.m.: "Are You Tough Enough -100 Man Campaign" - Meeting will focus on depres­ sion in men. At Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson. 846-0781 Wednesday, January 31 11 a.m.: ACT Against Cancer Annual Planning Meeting at Ashe Family Central in the large Conference Room. Call 846-0781 7 p.m.: Session V of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes continues through January 16th at Ashe Memorial Hospital. 2007 series begins continued on page 7 Enter the Pizza PIUS / Jefferson Post 200(6/7 Football! Contest Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. 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"CM �JFFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 PAGE 7 COMMUNITY EVENTS Ashe County Humane Society pet adoptions every Saturday continued from page 6 February 6th. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Ongoing Events The County Roads Mobile Pharmacy is still serving Ashe County! All prescriptions are now being filled in Boone, at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition (located at the old health department building off Bamboo Road). Medication pick up days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Clients can call in their prescription refills at 828-262162, or doctors can fax new prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10a.m.-12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every first and third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 846- 2041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, smallfurniture. and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640, next to The Gap Hair Salon, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. Angels in the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Come enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-1377. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina at 336-982-4416. Riverview Learning Center is offering computer classes and more. To register or for details, call 385-1338. Riverview Community Thrift Store will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday night on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center® Fleetwood Library, entrance on Railroad Grade Road just off Hwy 221. Area residents are invited to come be a part of the future of Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care about their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. Anyone interested please join them on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Call 336-386-6650 with questions. Ashe Party County Democratic meets every fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 846-9068. Prenatal Education Curriculum, Fridays at 6 p.m. for Latino families at Ashe Family Central. The program is offered in four sessions, through December. Transportation and childcare is available. For more information call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449. Survivors of Domestic Violence meet in a confidential setting on the 2nd Monday and 4th Tuesday night of each month from 5:30 - 7 p.m. Group counseling is offered for women and their children at one of these groups each month. Childcare is provided. There is no charge to attend. Please call A.S.H.E. at 9828851 for more details. Ashe Party County Republican AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Ashe County Unity Group meets at the Jefferson United Methodist Church at 115 E. Main St. The entrance is in the rear. The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on Monday and Thursday. For more information or to speak to an AA member, call 982-2641. For meeting information in surrounding counties, call (828) 262-1212. Veterans of Foreign Wars would like to invite any eligible veteran to come join their post. They meet every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. They are located on Ashe Park Road in the red, white, and blue building just below the park. For more information please call Mark Mallette at 982-9511 or Jim Bailey at 982-5814. Play Groups at Family Central are as follows: Adventurers of the Mind, Thursday mornings from 10 -12. Three and four year olds participate with a parent or other care giver in age appropriate activities to build relationships and foster a love of learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. Young Explorers meets on Tuesdays from 10-12 noon. This is for two and three year olds joining together with a parent or other care giver for fun and learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. MOMS Play Group meets Fridays 10-12 noon and is for children under seven and their moms or dads. This is an open play group. Moms have time to chat while they play with their youngsters. Me and My Dad meets every third Saturday from 10-12 noon. Children under seven with their dads meet for an open play group. Dads can spend quality time with their kids while giving mom time for herself. All these play groups are free and open to the public. For more information, call Maribeth at 982-4311, ext. 229. Cancer Survivor's Group is open to any woman who has or has had cancer. Meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday evening of each month. There is lots of companionship and humor. Come make new friends, share information and renew your spirit. For further information contact Jean Colvard at 336-982-2445.lf a daytime meeting is better for you, contact Mary Caryl Elmore at 336-246-7567. WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND ^ meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Ashe County Library downstairs conference room. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call (336) 982-9585. GED (General Educational Development) or High School Diploma program announces the Ashe Center of Wilkes Community College sponsors free-of-charge classes at three different locations with scheduled hours that accommodate everyone's schedule. For more information call 336-846-3900. MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Bundle Up for a Chance to WIN $250 Shopping Money! SkySelections bundles are not only a great way to save money every month, but now, if you sign up for a SkySelections bundle by December 29 you will be entered for a chance to WIN a $250 Visa gift card! 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Service not avail­ able in all areas. Winners will be announced the week of 1/08/07. �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 JEFFERSON POST M ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INSTALLS POWERFUL NEW CT IMAGING TECHNOLOGY FROM GE HEALTHCARE The System Provides a Diagnostic Tool for the Local Community Hi \irii TIPS OTC Painkillers: Follow the Rules For a headache or minor aches and pains, you can chon^trom a number of etfective over-the-counter remedies that are am, ||J safe as long as you follow the rules: Ashe Memorial Hospital announced today that it has acquired a new, advanced Computed Tomography Scanner from GE Healthcare. The BrightSpeed offers the latest in "multi-slice" CT technology along with clinical applications that will allow Ashe Memorial Hospital's physicians to quickly and accurately perform multiple diagnostic exams. These exams help diagnose disease or life-threatening illness such as chest pain, stroke and cardiovascular disease. With the exceptional image quality, productivity, and reliability found in GE's CT products, Ashe Memorial Hospital physicians are now able to offer quality care right here at home. The system was installed in November 2006. "Our acquisition of the BrightSpeed raises the level of care that our physicians can provide lor a multitude of injuries or illnesses which may lessen the need to transfer critically ill patients to other hospitals away from their family and friends," said R.D. Williams, CEO. "This system is patient friendly and its speed ol producing accurate scans will help our physicians to begin treating patients by helping them to provide the diagnosis or cause of illness in a shorter period of time than previously possible. The high resolution imaging capabilities of BrightSpeed lets physicians optimize dose to the patient while at the same time gathering required diagnostic information that may reduce the need for additional, and sometimes uncomfortable, procedures. With advanced data processing features, patient information can be quickly shared with referring physicians, including three-dimensional (3-D) renderings of internal organs such as the heart and coronary arteries. "As the one of the first hospitals in our area to offer this technology, Ashe Memorial Hospital is on the leading edge of providing excellent patient care that benefits both patients and physicians," said R.D. Williams, CEO. "We are proud to once again raise the level of excellence in the healthcare services oflered to the residents Ashe Memorial Hospital • Read the product label and take the proper dose for voyage ant* we^bl• Take into account that cough, cold and fever medication* iiwy contain the same OTC painkiller, increasing the risk ol an overdose. • To avoid a rebound headache, avoid taking any OTCmmedication more than twice a week. • If you're under age 19, take acetaminophen (Tylenol), taking aspirin lor a cold or lever can put you at risk ol Reye's syndrome. Acetaminophen differs from the other pain medication^that it fights pain and lever but not inflammation. It is safer on the stomach, but an overdose increases the risk of Ijyj,toxicity, particularly in persons who drink alcohol regularly. , ; Many persons with heart disease are told by their doctoftto take an aspirin a day (typically a small 81-milligram dose) to inhibit blood clotting and reduce the risk of heanattaok or stro^e' ^l^er NSAIDs such as ibuprolen, naproxen sodium and ketoprofen, however, do not reduce the riskiofi hearl attac^ or str°kc an(l should not be substituted tor this purpose. irif miniwi i Aibe Memorul is ihc ho&piut that offefi your family the boc environment available for the child. * Wbcrt iht of tiff it pffoous * li'irry lie euw aiiinon cf tbi family ran k Liver Toxicity Mimics Flu Symptoms Acetaminophen (Tylenol, Panadol) is usually consideredihe safest over-the-counter pain remedy, but an overdose o! this medication can cause liver toxicity. The risk may oocor when a person selt-treating flu symptoms exceeds the maximum dose (four grams a day for an adult) by taking the pain-killer as well as several other products containing acetaminophen. Treatment for liver toxicity is nearly always successful#started within the first eight hours. Symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite, however, are easily mistaken for flu effects, prompting additional doses ol flu remedies. Fluids and food which might help clear the liver toxicity ate avoided. ibdrtJ by lb* family in restart. * Where Mom anJ Dad ran honJ with ihf\r nrw arrival * Wbtre new beginntngs are possible. Overweight / YT&TD YUM#* Did you know being overweight at 40 could shorten your life Mptftancy? A recent study indicates obese, middle-aged adults could live 6 to 7 fewer years than those who are slim. Scientists have known fa years that overweight people have a shorter life expectancy, but until now, there have been few large-scale studies to determine just hortnany years they may lose. Exercise of Ashe County." Exercise can help reduce risk factors - obesity. hit?h blooddiabetes, and stress—that often lead to he^rt disease- Coupled The Wilma Vannoy Birthing Center is designed to give with a sensible diet, exercise will improve heart function by rtdigg the formation of artery-clogging plaque. Check with your physician CT Concepts the mother, baby and family the best first, then start slowly to get your body and your heart in shape. experience. We have designed three suites that Can You Turn the Clock Back 30 Years in 6 Months? U-w. Computed Tomography (CT) System, also known as a "CAT Scan" is a medical diagnostic tool that allows the visualization of internal structures within the human body. This aids physicians in diagnosing disease, viewing internal abnormalities and assessing the extent of trauma damage. During a typical CT procedure, the patient is placed on a table. The table then moves the patient through the gantry (a donut-shaped device), which houses an X-ray tube and detector array. For each image acquired, the X-ray tube rotates around the patient and the X-rays pass through the patient to the detector array, and thousands of X-ray measurements are acquired. The computer then processes this information and displays the corresponding images on a computer screen. (See Figure 1) This imaging technique avoids any superimposition of organs or tissues upon one another that might occnriiuring other types of X-ray tomographic studies. will address the birthing needs and the family Yes, through exercise! Researchers studied men in their 50's wbc *ent through supervised training-either walking, jogging or cycling tor 6 months. The result: 100 percent of the cardiovascular dccloifithaL had occurred over the last 30 years was reversed. So no matter what needs. Where Mom and Baby are our top your age, talk with your doctor and exercise! priority, but Dad is taken care of too. Colonoscopy May Be Best for Women We honor the memory of Mrs. Wilma Vannoy and the One recent study concluded that a colonoscopy may be therbest colorectal cancer screening test for women since advanced cancer in females occurred "significantly more olten initiiTight than in the left colon. Flexible sigmoidoscopy, which dedication of her family to Ashe Memorial Hospital by naming this center after her. examines only the lower half of the colon, would miss thiselcancers. Healthy Diets . J. . The American Dietetic Association promotes theaak0nf£p4it-as a healthy snack option to satisfy your sweet tooth. The 2005 Dietary Guidelines recommend eating two cupso^fruit daily to promote good health. Serve a variety ol fruits for nutritious snacks, and enjoy the health benefits fromilififiber, vitamins, and minerals! For more information, please /Ishe /Hemozuit speak to a registered dietitian. Aas the following You DON'T HAVE TO LEAVE TOWN Figure 2 Figure 1 The CT exam creates images analogous to a single slice of bread from a whole loaf or a slice from an orange. (See Figure 2) Hence, the word 'slice' is often used to describe a view of patient anatomy. The quality of an image depends on the nature of the X-ray source and detectors, the number and speed of the measurements made, the details of the reconstruction technique (algorithm), the machine characteristics, and the methods of data display and interpretation. The computer allows healthcare professionals to shade, rotate, correlate and measure anatomy in the image. This data can be manipulated to derive even more precise clinical information. While conventional X-ray can discern tissue density difference of five percent, CT can distinguish a density difference of 1 percent or less, aiding in diagnostic confidence. MOUNTAIN FAMILY CARE CENTER jglL Center Wl/lut/ ~l4uuu>y Bi birth of your An Aspirin a Day? Take It Literally II Our After Hours Clinic is located at the Top Dog Clinic in Warrensville at the Ashe County Middle School. ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL This center is NOT an extension of our emergency department, but a clinic that is available to you and your family for non-emergency care. Clinic Hours: Monday - Thursday 5:00 - 9:00PM • Saturday - 8:00AM - 5:00PM • Friday and Sunday -Closed Call our staff at: 336-384-6322 for more information Chan Badger, M.D. ^ TO GET THE VERY BEST CARE High Country Family Medicine • Ashe Internal Medicine Mt. JefferMamily Medicine Dr. Dean C. 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J �This week in Husky sports Husky Hoops The Varsity Husky teams will compete in the Colvard Oil Holiday Invitational on Wednesday and Thursday Wednesday- Lady Huskies vs. Elkin Elks at 7 p.m. Huskies vs. Johnson Co. Longhorns at 8:30 p.m. Varsity men bash Watauga Pioneers by Michael Graybeal countered with a quick lay-up Sports Reporter by Ethan Goodman to give the Prior to Thursday Huskies an early 4-2 lead. As evening's match up with the both teams battled back and Watauga Pioneers, there was forth, neither team could gain one thing evident about the an advantage, and when four attitude of the Varsity Men's minutes had passed in the basketball team, and that contest, Goodman drove the was REVENGE. Earlier in baseline and found Tommy the season, the Huskies had wide open. Following the pass, lost a nail-biting contest to Tommy drained a ten-foot the Pioneers by nine points. jump shot to tie the contest at However, on Thursday, the 8-8. The battling continued Pioneers stepped into "Husky and at the conclusion of the Country" and the Huskies first quarter, the Huskies made sure the Pioneers would possessed a minute one-point remember their trip to Ashe lead, 13-12. County by punishing them The second eight minutes with a 15-point loss, with the of the action opened with Huskies winning 76-61. the Huskies trampling the The action started with Pioneers in the early minutes Tommy Spagnolo giving the of the quarter. With two Huskies an early lead by minutes go in the period, laying the ball in the basket for Parker Johnson intercepted two points just thirty seconds the Pioneer pass and took it into the contest. However, coast-to-coast and scored two the Pioneers traveled the points for the Huskies. The length of the court and scored Huskies continued to punish two points also. The Huskies the Pioneers and after four Photo by Michael Graybeal Ethan Goodman drains a three pointer early in the game against Watauga to score three of his team high 19 points. minutes of action, the Huskies had held the Pioneers to only four points, while they had scored ten for themselves. At this time, the Huskies were leading the Pioneers 23-16. However, the Pioneers did not surrender, and they began to battle back. In the next minute, the Pioneers had scored five points, to narrow the Huskies lead to only two points. The Huskies responded to the Pioneers run and when Tatum Lemly knocked down an open three pointer, the Huskies had stopped the Pioneers momentum and regained a six-point lead, 30-24 with just two minutes remaining in the first half. The Pioneers were able to come back and following a coast-to-coast trip and a lay up with only six seconds left in the first half, they had cut the Huskies lead to only one point, 35-34. The Huskies exited the halftime intermission with fire and determination in their play, and Coleman Payne increased the Huskies lead to four points when he opened up the scoring in the second half with an enormous three pointer for the Huskies. As the contest progressed, neither team could amount many points, but the Huskies were able to maintain a fourpoint lead. With two minutes remaining in the quarter, Tatum Lemly advanced the Huskies lead to seven points when he swished a three pointer, and then a lay up by Coleman Payne pushed the Huskies lead to nine points, 47-38. The Pioneers opted to hold the ball for the final shot of the quarter, and were able to score two points, and the teams headed into the final Ene rictiy for" Photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies' "Dawg Pound" was pumped up, loud and energetic for Thursday's match up with the Pioneers. The final eight minutes of action brought nothing but action for the fans. In eight minutes of play, both teams combined for a mammoth 50 points. The Huskies opened up the quarter by limiting the Pioneers to only two points in the first minute of play, while they scored four points. The Huskies gained an enormous boost of energy when Kaleb Davis split the Pioneers defense and drove down the lane and passed to a wide-open Parker Johnson for an easy lay up. Then the Huskies defense stepped up and created a steal, which led to a fast break lay up for Ethan Goodman and a foul on the shot. At this point, the Huskies offense opened upand they out scored the Pioneers 9-4 in the following minute. The Huskies continued to execute on the offensive side, and limit the Pioneers points, and a lay up by Justin Ford with 55 seconds remaining in the game, and then free throws by Daniel Wain sealed the hCkte. and rewarded the electrified "Dawg Pound" and fans with an enormous 15-point victory over the Watauga Pioneers. Ethan Goodman who scored an impressive 19 points for his team led the Huskies, and Parker Johnson supplemented 14 points to the Huskies total. Coleman Payne also played extraordinary and added a striking 14point game. The Huskies also received an outstanding 13-point performance from Sophomore Tatum Lemly. Kaleb Davis added six points for the Huskies, while Tommy Spagnolo added four points, and Justin Ford, Daniel Wain, and Ryan Moser each added two points. The Huskies even the series between the Pioneers and the Huskies for theseason at one game to one game and improved to an overall record of 6-2, and stand at 4-1 in "Husky Country." The Varsity Men return to action when they host the Colvard Oil Holiday Invitation Tournament on Wednesday and Thursday. Their first game will be on Wednesday at 8:30 when they host the Johnson County Longhorns. Photo by Michael Graybeal Tatum Lemly takes the ball up for two points in the Huskies 15 poin' vietorV Qver Wa,au9a Thursday nigh. Lady Huskies remain unbeaten at home by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Varsity Lady Huskies headed into Thursday night's contest against Watauga with an impressive 6-1 record and had defeated the Pioneers earlier in the season by a narrow four points. The Huskies were determined to have the same results following this contest and the Huskies pulled away with an impressive 15 point win, 52-37. The contest opened up with both teams struggling to find the basket, and the Huskies first points came when Kim McNeil hit two free throws following two minutes of action. The two free throws tied the score at 2-2 just minutes into the game. Both teams remained even, and Kelly Hudler gave the Huskies a four-point lead when she swished a three-pointer with twominutes remaining in the first quarter, with the score 11-7 in favor of Ashe. The Pioneers were able to mount a short offensive run at that point and cut the Huskies lead to only two points at the end of the first quarter, 13- After the pass, Kelly scored two points for the Huskies and increased the Huskies lead to four points, 20-16. the Huskies then went on a nine point to three point offensive run and concluded the first half with a impressive ten point lead, 29-19. Kim McNeil's eleven points and Kelly Hudler's seven points highlighted the first half offensive attack for the Huskies. 11. The second half opened up The second quarter opened with the Pioneers outscoring up with both teams scoring the Huskies 6-2 in the early multiple points. After two minutes. However, Larken minutes of action, Kaitlin Mikeal broke the drought Photo by Michael Graybeal Smith was able to penetrate for the Huskies with a three Shelly Barker scores two the Pioneers defense and pointer, and increased the points for the Huskies dur­ found Kelly Hudler wide Huskies lead back to nine ing their 15 point victory open underneath the basket. points, 34-25 with three over the Pioneers. minutes remaining in the third quarter. Both teams defensive intensity increased and by the conclusion of the third quarter, both teams Bei\jamin Chesnet caught his first fish On the same trip, Benjamin's brother, had combined to only score while on a trip with his grand parents Matthew Chestnut reeled in a trophy catch. two points in the final three Dalton and Freda Porter of West Jefferson. He caught a 25-pound King Salmon in minutes of the quarter. At He caught a 22-inch rainbow trout while Manistee Michigan. the conclusion of the third visiting Manistee, Michigan. quarter, the Huskies had increased their lead by a point, and were leading the -...LO'-sJ > *?• vj Pioneers 37-26. The final quarter of the ' contest was no different than the previous three quarters. The action initiated with the Huskies and Pioneers each scoring five points in the first three minutes of the quarter, and with five minutes left to play; the Huskies were leading the Pioneers 42-31. The Pioneers did manage to cut into the Huskies lead by a mere two points in the following minute but the Huskies defense stepped up and in the final four minutes of play the Pioneers only scored an unimposing two points. Throughout the Pioneers drought, the Huskies were able to increase their team score by a total of eight points. In the closing minutes, the Pioneers were forced to foul the Huskies in Photo courtesy of Freda Porter desperation but the Huskies Photo courtesy of Freda Porter Matthew Chestnut caught a monstrous responded by adding points (Left) Benjamin Chestnut, age three, 25-pound King Salmon on the same trip to their score. Due to the proudly poses with his first ever catch. as his brother Benjamin. Matthew poses Pioneers desperation, the He caught a 22-inch rainbow trout in Man­ for a picture while he struggles to hold the Huskies were awarded with two intentional fouls called istee, Michigan. monstrous King Salmon up. Big catches for youth Av >AV Photo by Michael Graybeal The Varsity Cheerleaders get the crowd fired up when flyer Kala Jordan is stunted into the air. on the Pioneers and took throws and increased the full advantage. When Shelly Huskies lead to 15 points, 52Barker stepped up to the 37. The final buzzer signaled free throw line with eight the second time the Huskies seconds remaining in the had defeated the Pioneers game, the Huskies were out this season and the Huskies of reach of the Pioneers, and still maintain an undefeated Shelly stamped and sealed record in "Husky Country." the contest with two free See Varsity Women, page 11 Photo by Michael Graybeal Kassee Roberts scores two points with a fast break lay up to increase the Huskies lead. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 11 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 SPORTS Bowling jv girls League Results by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter From 11/28/2006 Week 11 of 32 Place) Team Name, Pis Won, Lost 1) New River Archery, 37, 7 2) Mike's Mufflers, 30, 14 3) Mixed Attitudes, 30, 14 4) VA Carolina Cone, 27.5, 16.5 5) W.J. Chevrolet, 27, 17 6) Little's Health, 23, 21 7) State Drywall, 22, 22 8) T&L Construction, 21.5, 22.5 9) Beaver Creek Groc, 17, 27 10) The Powerstroke, 14, 30 11) Winner's Circle, 8, 36 12) M&D Family Rolle, 4, 40 Top Scores- Men Scratch Game Tommy J arman 257 248 Steve Katz 244 Bill Carter Scratch Series Steve Katz 638 Tommy Jarman 587 574 Bill Carter Handicap Game Tommy Jarman 281 Bill Carter 268 Steve Katz 257 Handicap Series Steve Katz 665 Tommy Jarman 659 Bill Carter 646 Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Debbie Tedder 177 Cindy Malafronti 166 Jamie Taylor 166 Scratch Series Debbie Tedder 491 Cindy Malafronti 254 Jean 421 Handicap (lame Debbie Tedder 224 Jamie Taylor 214 Hazel Price 207 Handicap Series Debbie Tedder 632 Cindy Malafronti 565 Jamie Taylor 562 Individual High Averages Men 189.90 Steve Katz James Ham 181.82 180.91 Mike Leserra Women Iva Miller 150.76 Cindy Malafronti 150.40 141.15 Jean The JV Lady Huskies have dropped to a season record of 5-4 following two tough games with non-conference opponents. The Huskies hosted the Avery Vikings on this past Tuesday and had dismal results following a tough battle and loss by a mere four points, 2529. The action started with both teams being deadlocked throughout the first period. Neither team could gain an advantage and following the first seven minutes of play, the Huskies and Vikings were tied at six points apiece, 6-6. The second period brought more scoring but the same results. Both teams combined to score 18 points, and both teams split the 18 points lose two recent close games evenly, nine for each team. The even scoring led to a halftime tie of 15-15. The second half brought different results, but in favor of the Avery Vikings. Following the third quarter of play, the Vikings had found a hole in the Huskies defense and capitalized by outscoring the Huskies by seven points in the third quarter. The Vikings then took a 25-18 lead at the end of the third quarter. The fourth quarter brought hope for the Huskies, and the Huskies cut the Vikings lead to only two points for a substantial amount of time. For nearly three minutes, the score remained 27-25, and was only changed for an Avery bucket. The bucket by the Vikings gave Avery the four-point lead and they maintained that till the concluding horn and Avery claimed the 29-25 victory over the Huskies. The Huskies were led by Sammie Miller who scored nine points for the Huskies and was closely followed by Charity Shatley with six points. Stephanie Ratliff added four points for the Huskies, and Caitlin Elliott and Brittany Lyalls each added three points. On this past Friday, the Huskies hoped to avenge a 33-28 loss from the previous match up with Watauga but the team came up short and suffered a second loss to the Pioneers, this time by a score of 32-26. The Huskies jumped out to an early lead in the game and following the first quarter, the Huskies were leading the Pioneers 9-4. The Pioneers found their rhythm and in the second period, the Pioneers had doubled their first period score, and added eight points in the second period. The Huskies could not match the Pioneers eight points, as they only scored four points but the Huskies still maintained a onepoint lead as they headed into halflime, with a 13-12 lead. The third period was the turning point of the game when the Pioneers exited halflime with determination, while the Huskies came out flat. In the third period, the Huskies were only able to score one point, compared to the Pioneers ten points. The substantial scoring difference left the Huskies at a eight point deficit as they headed into the fourth period, with the Pioneers in front 2214. The fourth period showed hope for the Huskies, and the Huskies had cut the Pioneers lead to four points on occasions. However, the Pioneers would not cave in and finished the game with a six-point victory, 32-26. The Huskies were led by Sammie Miller and Jessica Walker, each with six points, and Stephanie Ratliff scored five points for the Huskies. Caitlin Elliott also added three points, while Charity Shatley, Brittany Lyalls, and Kendra Johnson each scored two points. The JV Lady Huskies will return to action on January 3 when they travel to Starmount High School for their third conference match of the season. intensity of each team, as neither team could gain an advantage in the first quarter, and each team scored ten points to be deadlocked at the end of the first quarter, 10-10. During the second quarter, the Huskies found a slight edge over the Pioneers. The Huskies defense was successful in limiting the Pioneers to only eight points this quarter. The Huskies were able to score eleven points in the seven minutes and heading into the locker room at half time with a narrow three-point lead, 21- advantage during this quarter and outscored the Huskies by a mere point, to narrow the Huskies overall lead to a minute two points heading into the fourth and final quarter. The fourth quarter was the bearer of excitement and good news for the Husky fans. The Huskies were able to gain an advantage over the Pioneers and were able to outscore them 15-12, and they battled their way to a five-point victory. This victory was the second time the Huskies had defeated the Pioneers this season and increased their overall record to 7-2. The Huskies offensive attack was led by Tavin Holman who tallied up 16 points in the contest, and was closely followed by Grayson Wells who scored 11 points. Other Husky scorers included Richie Absher with seven points, Dustin Hamm with six points, and Sam Price with two points. Prior to the contest with Watauga, the Huskies played host to the Avery Vikings. The contest with the Vikings appeared easier for the Huskies as they sailed to a 6829 victory over the Vikings. The Vikings remained in the contest with the Huskies throughout the first quarter, and held the Huskies to only 15 points in the first seven minutes of play. However, the Vikings were only able to score seven points in comparison to the Huskies 15, and at the end of the first quarter, the Huskies maintained a 15-10 lead over the Vikings. The second quarter brought an offensive explosion for the Huskies and an offensive shutdown for the Vikings. The Huskies ignited and scored 22 points in the seven minutes quarter before half time, and limited the Vikings to a mere nine points. The Huskies were able to jog to the locker room at half time with a commanding 37-19 lead over the Vikings. The third quarter brought more action for the Huskies, but the Vikings were able to stick closer to the Huskies score. The Huskies successfully scored 14 points in the third quarter, but the Vikings also nearly matched that when they scored 10 points. The Huskies however still maintained a dominating lead and headed into the fourth quarter with a superior lead of 51-29. The fourth quarter was domination and controlled by the Huskies. The Vikings were unable to score a single point due to the defensive intensity applied by the Huskies during the seven-minute quarter. Throughout the Vikings drought, the Huskies were successful in scoring another 17 points. The offensive and defensive control of the Huskies led the Huskies to their sixth victory of the year as they defeated the Vikings by a score of 68-29. JV men advance to 7-2 on the season by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The JV Men Huskies have advanced their overall season record to 7-2 following victories in two of their last three games. The Huskies recorded victories over the Avery Vikings, 68-29, the Watauga Pioneers, 42-37, but lost to the Surry Central Golden Eagles, 33-45. The Huskies were in action Thursday night, when they hosted the second game of the two game series against the Watauga Pioneers. The Huskies recorded their second victory against the Pioneers with a narrow five-point victory, 42-37. The Huskies and Pioneers started the game with high intensity and both teams battled fiercely. Despite the .irlptn vabBtnr From 11/28/2006 Week 11 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) New River Archery, 37, 7 2) Mike's Mufflers, 30, 14 3) Mixed Attitudes, 30, 14 4) VA. Carolina Cone, 27.5, 16.5 5) W.J. Chevrolet, 27, 17 6) Little's Health, 23, 21 7) State Drywall, 22, 22 8) T&L Construction, 21.5, 22.5 9) Beaver Creek Gro, 17, 27 10) The Powerstroke, 14, 30 11) Winner's Circle, 8, 36 12) M&D Family Rolle, 4, 40 Men Top Scores Scratch Game 223 Jon Gambill 223 Larry Calhoun 217 Jonathon Blevins Scratch Series 591 Larry Calhoun 586 Jon Gambill 537 James Ham Handicap Game 263 Larry Calhoun 257 Jonathon Blevins 257 Jon Gambill Handicap Series 711 Larry Calhoun 688 Jon Gambill 612 Jonathon Blevins Women Top Scores Scratch Game 208 Cindec Aloia 157 Angie Rudiger 154 Cindy Malafronti Scratch Series 504 Cindee Aloia 437 Cindy Malafronti 418 Penny Daniels Handicap Game 259 Cindee Aloia 217 Angie Rudiger 206 Ashley Carter Handicap Series 657 Cindee Aloia 593 Sue Friley 570 Angie Rudiger Individual High Averages Men 182.81 James Ham 179.94 Mike Leserra 175.08 Tommy Jarman Women 153.21 Iva Miller 143.44 Cindee Aloia 131.23 Hazel Price From 12/7/2006 Week 12 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) Radio Hill Sales, 41, 7 2) United Chemicon, 37.5, 10.5 3) Winner's Circle, 34. 14 4) Cardinal Lanes, 32, 16 5) WJ Chevrolet, 23, 25 6) Bill's Garage, 18.5,29.5 7) Mikes Community, 17, 31 8) The Nose Pin Zone, 16, 22 9) Church's Constru, 15, 33 Top Scores- Men Scratch Game 232 Tommy Jarman 219 Mike Aloia See Bowling, page 12 18. In the third quarter, both teams were again even. With defensive pressure on both ends of the court, both teams found difficulty in scoring. The Pioneers found a slight Newland, NC - The 17th Annual High Country Prep Classic, 7th An­ nual High Country Prep Girl's Classic and the 3rd Annual United States Prep Basketball Foundation Classic set to tip off at Avery High School on Tuesday December 26. The tournament feature some of the top regional teams from four states and the US Prep tournament features four outstanding national caliber teams loaded with collegiate prospects. December 26-28 High Country Prep Classic (Girls) Avery High School and Cranberry Middle School Note*** 7 team tournament with Avery Red Team playing one game on Dec. 27 and Veritas Christian playing two games on Dec. 28. Dec. 28 Veritas Christian (NC) vs. BYE 6:00 Hampton (TN) vs. Broughton (NC) 7:30 Castlewood (VA) vs. Avery (NC) 9:00 Charlotte Catholic (NC) vs. Cloudland (TN) Dec. 27 1:30 Avery Red vs. Loser 6:00 3:00 Loser 7:30 vs. Loser 9:00 7:30 Veritas Christian vs. Winner 6:00 9:00 Winner 7:30 vs. Winner 9:00 Dec. 28 at Cranberry Middle School 4:30 7th Place Game 6:00 5th Place Game 7:30 3rd Place Game 9:00 Championship December 27-29 United States Prep Basketball Foundation Classic (4 teams) Avery High School, Newland, NC (Boy's) Dec. 27 4:30 Prince Avenue Prep (SC) vs. Future Academy (NC) 6:00 Veritas Christian (NC) vs. Laurinburg Institute Prep B (NC) Dec. 28 1:30 Laurinburg Institute Prep B (NC) vs. Prince Avenue Prep (SC) 3:00 Future Academy (NC) vs. Veritas Christian (NC) Dec. 29 4:30 Laurinburg Institute Prep B (NC) vs. Future Academy (NC) 6:00 Veritas Christian (NC) vs. Prince Avenue Prep (SC) December 28-30 High Country Prep Classic (Boys) Avery High School, Newland, NC 4:30 Castlewood (VA) vs. Union Pines (NC) 6:00 West Caldwell (NC) vs. Hampton (TN) 7:30 Cloudland (TN) vs. Avery (NC) 9:00 Charlotte Catholic (NC) vs. Sullivan East (TN) Dec. 29 1:30 Loser 4:30 vs. Loser 6:00 3:00 Loser 7:30 vs. Loser 9:00 7:30 Winner 4:30 vs. Winner 6:00 9:00 Winner 7:30 vs. Winner 9:00 Dec. 30 3:00 7th Place Game 4:30 5th Place Game 6:00 3rd Place Game 7:30 High Country Prep Classic Championship Game See JV Men, page 12 Varsity Women continued from page 10 Kim McNeil led the Huskies with a double double, with 18 points and 11 rebounds. Kelly Hudler also had a remarkable performance and added 14 points for the Huskies. Other scorers included: Shelly Barker with eight points, Larken Mikeal with six points, Kassee Roberts with four points, Kendra Yearick with two points, and Kaitlin Smith with one point. The victory over Watauga gives the Huskies an impressive record of 7-1 and an unblemished, perfect home record of 5-0. The Lady Varsity Huskies will return to action tomorrow night when they host the Colvard Oil Holiday Invitational Tournament and their first round opponent, the Elkin Elks with tip-off at 7 p.m. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaitlin Smith adds icing to the Huskies victory with this free throw with little time re­ maining in the game. *Hardee's of Jefferson ATHLETE » mof the WEEK presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Parker Johnson, is a member of the men's' varsity basketball team. Parker has improved dramatically over the past few games. He scored 12 points in the team's win over Avery and 14 points in the team's triumph over Watauga and he is also a team leader on the court. Parker Johnson Congratulations Parker Johnson!!! Stop by XldrilUU b each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain Village Shopping Center• 246-5504 • Ask about delivery*246-5504 sthletics A 2 Sporting Goods. Team Sports — Apparel and Equipment, Trophies and Plaques 6192 Hwy. 221-N • Jefferson • 982-7425 Sausage £ Egg Biscuits for *2.22 • �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS JV Men Bowling continued from page 11 continued from page 11 James Ham The victory for the Huskies was led by Dustin Hamm, who scored a tremendous 20 points for the Huskies and Dustin was followed by Jordan Nichols who scored an excellent 10 points. Sam Price also added nine points, Grayson Wells added eight points, Cory Roten added seven points, Tucker Clay added five points, Tavin Holman added four points, and Ben Warner also added two points. The highlight of the game was Brandon Lucas, who received an honorable 215 Scratch Series Noah Wyatt Scott Stevens Tony Bare 582 579 574 Handicap Game MikeAloia Israel Church Tommy Jarman 258 254 253 Handicap Series Tony Bare Scott Stevens Noah Wyatt 694 660 660 Top Scores- Women Scratch Game CindeeAloia Penny Daniels Pauline Bower 192 158 156 amount of action and scored his first points of the season when he swished a ten-foot jump shot. The game prior to the Huskies dominating victory over theVikings wasa different tale for the Huskies. The Huskies hosted a conference match up with the Golden Eagles from Surry Central. The Huskies had difficulty with the Eagles and recorded their first conference loss and the second loss of the season following a 45-33 loss to the Golden Eagles. The first quarter proved to be difficult for the Huskies as the Eagles pinned them down early with an 11-3 deficit at the end of the first quarter. The Huskies scoring total did not increase in the second quarter and the Eagles continued to increase their lead and at halftime had a commanding lead over the Huskies of 26-4. The Huskies found their footing and began to mount a comeback in the third quarter, and outscored the Eagles 12-4 in the third quarter and had narrowed the Eagles lead to only 14 points. In the fourth quarter the Huskies were unable to mount a comeback but did narrow the Eagles lead to only 12 points, but time expired on the Huskies as they recorded their first conference loss with a 4533 loss to the Surry Central Golden Eagles. The Huskies efforts were led by Dustin Hamm who scored 12 points for the Huskies. Dustin was followed by Grayson Wells who added eight points, Ben Warner who scored six points, Tavin Holman who scored three points, and by Jaren Holman who added two points. The loss to Surry Central put the Huskies record to 5-2, and 1-1 in conference. The JV Men Huskies will return to action following the holiday break when they travel to Starmount High School on January 3 for their third conference game of the season. Scratch Series Cindee Aloia Pauline Bower Penny Daniels 475 455 412 Handicap Game Cindee Aloia Pauline Bower Sue Friley 240 216 205 Handicap Series Pauline Bower Cindee Aloia Hazel Price 635 619 579 Individual High Scores Men James Ham Mike Leserra Tommy Jarman 183.29 180.36 176.73 Women Iva Miller Cindy Malafronti CindeeAloia 151.00 145.25 144.93 From 12/5/2006 Week 12 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) New River Archery, 40, 8 2) Mike's Mufflers, 33, 15 3) Mixed Attitudes, 33, 15 4)VA. Carolina Cone, 30.5, 17.5 5) W.J. Chevrolet, 28,20 6) Little's Health, 27,21 7) State Drywall, 23, 35 8) T&L Construction, 22.5, 25.5 9) The Powerstroke, 18, 30 10) Beaver Creek Gro, 17, 31 11) Winner's Circle, 8,40 12) M&D Family Rolle, 5,43 *1000 Top Scorcs-Men Scratch Games 255 233 Mike Leserra Bill Carter Steve Katz Noah Wyatt 221 221 Scratch Series 637 599 596 Mike Leserra Ted Huffman Noah Wyatt Handicap Game Mike Leserra BilkCaner Noah WVatt 270 • < 2S % to,/ v>l' ENDS JANUARY 2ND i % Handicap Series Noah Wyatt Ted Huffman Mike Leserra 695 689 682 200 185 180 180 521 459 455 Individual High Averages Men Steve Katz Mike Leserra James Ham ;'*r R *16,997 190.58 183.58 181.58 Women Iva Miller Cindy Malafronti Jean • * Tr­ Well equipped with A/C and Auto Transmission for around Scratch Series Jean Taby Reed Cindy Calhoun •» im F-150 XL REG CAB Women Scratch Game Jean Angela Larimore TabyReed Cindy Calhoun YEAR END BONUS CASH 150.29 148.88 143.86 From 12/12/2006 Week 13 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) New River Archery, 43, 9 2) Mike's Mufflers, 36, 16 3) Mixed Attitudes, 33, 19 4)VA. 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B0LDM0VES Carolina Ford Dealers �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 PAGE 13 THE GOLDEN POST Senior Center calendar for January Monday, January 1 Closed to celebrate New Year's Day Tuesday, January 2 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Wednesday, January 3 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Noon: AARP meeting with covered dish luncheon Thursday, January 4 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle assistance by appointment only 8-11 a.m.: Social Security representative 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 1-4 p.m.: Quilt Guild 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Floral Arranging with Pat Johnson (new class) Friday, January 12 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting class 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Roger Newton with Ashe Pregnancy Care Center 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle Closed for Martin Luther Kind Jr. Day Tuesday, January 16 Friday, January 5 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 -11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting class with Betty Roten (new) 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30 a.m.-Noon: Red Hill Ramblers 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Program on "Scams in Our County" Wednesday, January 17 Monday, January 8 Thursday, January 18 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ed 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle (new class) 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting class 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Edith and Friends 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Wednesday, January 10 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Program on "Remembering Great Men in History: Martin Luther King Jr." Monday, January 22 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting (new class) 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class (new) 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Thursday, January 11 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D Friday, January 26 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting class 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Program on "Fire Safety for Older Adults" 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, January 29 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 11 a.m.: Nutrition Update 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, January 30 Friday, January 19 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging (new class) 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Thursday, January 25 Monday, January 15 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Tuesday, January 9 Wednesday, January 24 Tuesday, January 23 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Floral Arranging Wednesday, January 31 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Exercise Room, Blood Pressure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab; 10 a.m.-Noon: Rook Games; 10-11:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes. For more information, call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. Medicare Part D signup period for 2007 ends Dec. 31 by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Senior citizens looking for help with their prescription drug costs need to enroll for the Medicare Part D annual election period by Dec. 31. Appointments at the Ashe County Senior Center are available only through Friday, Dec. 29. Help is available next year, but there are penalties for late signup. According to information from Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP), during the annual election period a Medicare beneficiary is provided with one oppor­ tunity to drop or switch plans. Those already on a plan do not have to cancel or disenroll from the current plan before switching to a different plan. Enrollment into a different or new plan will automatically cancel the current plan. All signups and changes become effective on Jan. 1,2007. Start the New Year with a laugh or two A distraught senior citizen phoned her doctor's office. "Is it true," she wanted to know, "that the medication you prescribed has to be taken for the rest of my life?" "Yes, I'm afraid so," the doctor told her. There was a moment of silence before the senior lady replied, "I'm wondering, then, just how serious is my condition because this prescription is marked 'NO REFILLS'." The signup period that began Nov. 15 is for any senior eligible for Medicare Part D as a new enrollee or to switch plans from last year. Those who were eligible during the initial signup period, Nov. 1, 2005 to May 15, 2006, may have to pay a 1% penalty for every month enrollment was delayed. All those with Medicare are eligible to enroll in a pre­ scription drug plan regardless of income or assets. If you are eligible for Medicare, you are eligible for a prescription drug plan. Options and features will vary according to the plan chosen with such choices as generic and name brand drugs, prior approval requirements, deductible and co-pay­ ment restrictions. SHIIP notes that there are 21 approved companies in North Carolina offering 51 prescription drug plans. Monthly premiums range from $17.50 to $85.90. Some of Happy New Year! May your year be blessed with happiness, good health and good fortune. WILKES COMMUNITY An older gentleman was on the operating table awaiting surgery and he insisted that his son, a renowned surgeon, perform the operation. As he was about to get the anesthesia he asked to speak to his son. "Yes, Dad, what is it?" "Don't be nervous, son; do your best and just remember, if it doesn't go well, if something happens to me .. your mother is going to come and live with you and your wife..." COLLEGE Would you like to.... Change jobs? Start q new career? ( Advance in your current job? Superior Pontiac Buick GMC a Welcomes Tom Miller to the Sales Staff Train for a career in Butinesi Administration at Wilkes Community College! Your commitment to attend dosses 2 evenings per week on the Wilkes campus will be your path to a brighter future. In only 12 months you con complete the coursework to receive your Manager Trainee I certificate You will learn Account log, Business low, Marketing and office computer skills thot are vital to success lor any employee Aging: Eventually you will reach a point when you stop lying about your age and start bragging about it. The older we get, the fewer things seem worth waiting in line for. Registration 'anuary 4 Two women met for the first time since graduating from high school. One asked the other, "You were always so organized in school. Did you manage to live a well planned life?" "Yes," said her friend. "My first marriage was to a millionaire; my second marriage was to an actor; my third marriage was to a preacher; and now I'm married to an undertaker." Her friend asked, "What do those marriages have to do with a well planned life?" "One for the money, two for the show, three to get ready, and four to go." Tom Would tike to invite all his friends & neighbors to stop by, Visit, and see why Superior is Ashe County's GM Superstore ASHE COUNTY'S 0 SUPERSTORE Pontiac • Buick • GMC West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-8815 Shop Online at www.clicksuperior.com Atlvghany When you are dissatisfied and would like to go back to youth, think of Algebra. the plans have national coverage, which is important for beneficiaries who live in more than one state. Some plans are sold as stand-alone insurance products while others are offered through Medicare Advantage options such as HMOs, PPOs and private fee for service. All plans are not identical but most offer benefits at least equal to Medicare's standard prescription drug plan model of coverage. Medicare beneficiaries will need to compare plans and choose the one that best suits their needs. Those who are satisfied with their existing plan do not have to do anything as long as their plan is still available. Seniors in Ashe County can get help at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center in West Jefferson. Director Louise Caudill and her staff and volunteers will work with seniors to help them choose the plan best for them. For an appointment, call 246-4347 or 246-2461. Seniors can also get help from the Medicare & You 2007 Handbook or call SHIIP at 1-9-800-443-9354. To compare plans online, go to www.medicare.gov. There is additional help for those who have limited incomes and resources. New for 2007 in North Carolina is the NCRx program paying up to $18 each month toward the monthly premium for Medicare prescription drug cov­ erage for eligible beneficiaries. Find out more by calling 1-888-488-6279 or going online to www.ncrx.gov. WilkM Alht 3J6-172SM1 336-S3I-6100 3H 84* 1900 www.wilk«»(C.«du hjwkwytm MIMM �PAGE 14 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 40-Lost & Found i CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Tuesday & Friday $ 14.55 - 20 words 17.05 - 25 words 23.73 - 30 words 27.50 - 35 words (extra run#, better rates.) 140-Help Wanted Missing Dog • Reward Offered. Aussie/German Shepherd mix female. Brown & white. Answers to "Molly." Missing since Dec. 10 from East Jefferson near Family Central & Bare Electric. Please call 977-9053 (days) or 982-5145 (nights). 70-Travel & Camping CLASSIFIED DEADLINES 1992 Prowler 25" with Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. 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Great pay, great benefits, job security and a future to look forward to in as little as 6 weeks. CALL: (336)838-6509 RHA Health Services has an immediate opening for a Qualified Menial Retardation Professional. Responsible for super­ vising, coordinating and monitoring an array of services and supports. Requires Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Social Services or Special Education from a four-year college or university; at least 2 years experience working with mental retardation or other developmental disabilities. Certain other Human Services Degrees may also qualify. Must have valid driver's license. Call 828-262-5450 MENTAL HEALTH NURSE II (Position 743-50-0676) Open until filled. Fulltime position with New River Behavioral Healthcare in the Assertive Community Treatment Team (ACTT), work base Wilkes County. Duties include providing medication education, taking vitals, drawing blood, working with the Psychiatrist and monitoring clients' conditions. Position will work on a team of clini­ cians serving 40-50 mentally ill adults with high-needs. Position will provide some provision of services in the consumers' homes. Minimum requirements: Graduation from a State accredited school of nursing and two years experience in psychiatric nursing or a Master's Degree in psychiatric nursing. Must possess an equivalent of four years of MH/DD/SA experience. Must be licensed by the NC Board of Nursing to practice as registered nurse in North Carolina. Typical work hours: 8-5, Mon through Fri with some flexibility required. Salary grade (71) Typical-hiring range: $42.084-$48,180. Submit state application to: Wilkes County Employment Security Commission. 320 Wilkesboro Ave., Midtown Plaza, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. MENTAL HEALTH NURSE II (Position 743-50-0677) Open until filled. Fulltime position with New River Behavioral Healthcare In the Assertive Community Treatment Team(ACTT), work base Ashe County. Duties include providing medication education, taking vitals, drawing blood, working with the Psychiatrist and monitoring clients' conditions. Position will work on a team of clinicians serving 35-40 mentally ill adults with high-needs. Position will provide some provision of services in the consumers' homes. Minimum requirements: Graduation from a State accredited school of nursing and two years experience in psychiatric nursing or a Master's Degree in psychiatric nursing. Must possess an equivalent of four years of MH/DD/SA experience, Must be licensed by the NC Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina. Typical work hours: Mon-Fri 8-5 with some flexibility required. Salary grade (71) / Typical-hiring range: $42,084$48,180. Submit state application to: Ashe County Employment Security Commission, 626 Ashe Central School Rd., Unit 5, Jefferson, NC 28640. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. Position for CNA to work with mentally and physically challenged children as assistant to technician in medical setting. Job training & advancement available. Call 385-1775 I J * ' • J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 235-Christmas Trees Premium Fraser fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 330-Pets 410-Motorcycles / 530-Lots & Acreage 4-Wheelers PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. For Sale: 2005 Power 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Max RC Motor Sports Rd.. 15 miles from Scooter. $600 OBO. Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 Call 828-964-8898 View. Ridge Top. or 336-877-3155 $11,000 per acre. Call 420-Recreational 828-628-9410. Vehicles 1967 Vintage Airstream Trailer. 26 ft. new hot water heater and airconditioner, $1800. Call 336-877-3899 and leave msg. Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 250-Fumiture 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Kincaid Dining Table & 4 chairs, white wash­ ed oak. $1200 nego. Call 336-984-0404 260-Garage/Yard Sales KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only S5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available Reeces is an 8-mo old Doberman / Shepherd mix. He has lots of energy and would be best suited to an active family who will play and walk him to expend his energy. Reeces Is fine with other dogs, in fact, he came in with his buddy Gretta. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap West Jefferson 3 BR, 2 Full Baths, Approx 1124 sq ft with all appliances. 1.01 acres with Pond. Lots of privacy. Super clean, close to Town $650 / month plus deposit. No smoking in house / No pets. Call 336-246-2871. GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous 1993 Woodmizer saw mill LT40 HD G24 works great and Shin­ gle/Lap Sider attach­ ment, never used, $10,000. Call 336-877-3899 and leave msg. BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-8770159 Dump Trailer 6'x12" with ramp to load equipment, hardly used. $1500. Call 336-877-3899 and leave msg. Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 500-Mobiie Homes for Sale WANTED: Responsible party to take on small monthly payments on High Definition Big Screen TV. 1-800-398-3970 310-Musical m -A MJ likHQ -J fA I We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 Check Out the 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green,top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modular just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 Blue Dento Scooter MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come By and Look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 2002, excellent Little Classifieds..- 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers condition. $800. Call 828-964-8898 BIG RESULTS! Shovel in the Savings with this Winter Classified Special! t_ "Cents make Dollars" \ Make it special for them by placing a birthday ad in the Jefferson Post Come by our office located at 203 S Second Ave. ,• \ West Jefferson, NC or call 336-846-7164 for assistance. "Everyone loves to see a greeting in the paper." p 0 2 o • 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising • Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards. Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1145-Steel Buildings STEEL BUILDING Others claim to be Fac­ tory Direct- we ARE Factory Direct! Offering HUGE discounts on overstocked inventory. Limited # available. CALL NOW! 1-800-222-6335 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates. Call 336-246-5634. 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE TO Having qualified as Executor of the estate of Jean Ann Pugh, late of Ashe County, North 370-Cars/Vans Carolina, this is to noti­ for Sale fy all persons having APPROVAL claims against said 1999 Toyota Camry PROBLEMS? estate to present the Solara - 2-dr, white, Now There Is A Way same to the under­ V6, auto, leather, CD, We Could Help signed on or before sunroof, pdl. pw, Through Our NEW the 12th day of March, p-seat, keyless entry. SILVER KEY 2007, or this notice will Very nice car! 99000 PROGRAM. be pleaded in bar of mi. $10,800. Call for appointment at their recovery. All per­ 336-984-0404. 336-677-2335 and Ask sons indebted to said 1995 Mercury Villager for Dewey before this estate are requested to Van. seats 7, remova­ program runs out make immediate pay­ ble middle captains ment to the under­ ARE YOU LOOKING chair seats, highway signed. FOR A GOOD miles, loaded. $1500. DEAL? Call 336-877-3899. This the 1st day of Check out the ads December, 2006. in the Classified 380-Trucks & section. Louis G. Pugh. Classifieds make "Cents' Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press. 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Truck Driver Needed CDL's with Hazmat Full time position. Pay negotiable Call 336-246-6569 Remember to wish that Special Sotheone a H a p p y Birthday! • 140-Help Wanted Executor of the Estate of Jean Ann Pugh, Deceased 225 East Moore Drive Asheville, NC 28805 JOHNSTON AND JOHNSTON Attorneys as Law Post Office Box 398 Jefferson, North Carolina 28640 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our lor rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 1195-Legals 1195-Legals PUBLIC NOTICE DOCKET NO. SP-167, SUB 1 APPLICATION OF NORTHWEST WIND DEVELOPERS. LLC. FOR A CERTIFICATE OF PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 27, 2006, Northwest Wind Developers, LLC (Applicant), filed an ap­ plication seeking a cer­ tificate of public con­ venience and necessity pursuant to G.S. 62110.1(a) for construc­ tion of an electric generating facility con­ sisting of 25 to 28 windmills, each wind­ mill with a generating capacity of 2 mega­ watts, in the Creston community in Ashe County, North Carolina bordering Rich Hill Road, Willie Walker Road. Roaring Fork Road, Big Springs, Road and East Big Springs Road. The North Carolina Utilities Commission has concluded that the application should be scheduled for hearing. The Commission will receive nonexpert public witness testimo­ ny on Thursday. Janu­ ary 25, 2007, at 7:00 p.m., in the Small Courtroom of the Ashe County Courthouse, 150 Government Cir­ cle, Jefferson, North Carolina, and will re­ ceive additional public witness testimony and expert witness testimo­ ny from the parties beginning on Tuesday, February 13, 2007, at 9:30 a.m. in Commis­ sion Hearing Room 2115, Dobbs Building, 430, North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Details of the applica­ tion may be obtained from the Office of the Chief Clerk of the North Carolina Utilities Com­ mission. 430 N.Salis­ bury Street, 5th Floor, Dobbs Building, Raleigh, North Carolina 27603 or 4325 Mail Service Center, Ra­ leigh, North Carolina 27699-4325 or on the Commission's website, www.ncuc.net. Persons desiring to present testimony with respect to the applica­ tion should appear at the public hearing. Persons desiring to comment with respect to the application may file a written statement with the Commission. Such a statement should reference Dock­ et No. SP-167, Sub 1 and be addressed as follows: Chief Clerk, North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4325. Such a statement will be included in the Com­ mission's official files; however, a written statement may not be received as evidence Wilkes Community College Administrative Assistant Basic Skills For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu unless the person filing it appears at the hear­ ing and testifies. Statements may also be directed to Rob­ ert P. Gruber, Exec­ utive Director, Public Staff - N.C. Utilities Commission, 4326 Mail Service Center. Raleigh. North Carolina 27699-4326 or to The Honorable Roy Coop­ er, Attorney General of North Carolina, 9001 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-9901. Person desiring to intervene as formal parties of record should file a verified petition Under Commission Rules R1-5andRl-19 no later than Wednes­ day, January 24, 2007. Such a petition should be filed with the Chief Clerk, North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27699-4325. The direct testimony and exhibits of expert witnesses should be filed with the Commis­ sion on or before Wednesday, January 24, 2007. I work. Therefore, eyestrain. Eye strain from computer HP1 is the number one complaint oi oitice workers. Talk to your eyecare proiessional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vision Council ol America recommends regular eye exams lor yoo and your lamlly to ensure beallhy tision. & Check YeaHyt See Clearly www.checkyearly.com Wilkes Communi Colleee Construction/ Maintenance Technician For more information Visit our website www.wilkcscc.edu List Your For Rent or Lease Properties with the Jefferson Post JP 5W O R DC L A S S I F I E D A D V E R T I S E M E N T To Run 8 times Photo included (optional) SELL, BUY OR TRADE Includes: Furniture • Appliances Vehicles • Antiques Animals for Sale Throughout the month of December 2006 ONLY *30 Normally $43.67 Our Classified Customers are having tremendous success with their ads. For one low price your ad is listed in the Jefferson Post, in the Shopper and on the Web Page. To list an ad or for more information, call 336-846-7164 or email: classified @ jeffersonpost.com �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 PAGE 15 C OMMUNITY N EWS Free Medical Clinic volunters remember Wasserman Beginning as one of the many dreams of the Ashe Outreach Ministries, the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic took root in the heart of the Reverend Rodney Frye, who along with others had a vision of meeting the medical and wellness needs of the medically uninsured who live or work in Ashe County. Rev. Frye, who now re­ sides in Hiddenite, was the pastor of Warrensville United Methodist Charge at the time. Working with him through Ashe Outreach Ministries was Laura Nan Eller Wasserman, a special lady who lost her battle with cancer this past fall. Many of the current directors for the clinic as well as many of the volunteers credit Laura with encouraging them to become involved when a group be­ gan organizing to discuss the feasibility of making the dream a reality. In keeping with her desire and efforts towards establishing a free medical clinic, the board of directors decided to honor Laura with a memorial fund that would carry her name. After discussing the idea with Laura's uncle Truett Eller, board member in charge of development Vicky Moody contacted Laura's brother, Morris Eller of Greensboro, to obtain per­ mission to proceed. A num­ ber of Ashe County resi­ dents who volunteered with Laura, including the choir members at Warrensville Methodist Church, individ­ uals from the clinic, local media, volunteers in other organizations, and Rev. Frye all offered their memories of Laura as Moody prepared a resolution that was voted on by the board of directors of the Free Medical Clinic at their meeting the evening of Dec. 4. Asking special guest Rev. Frye to speak first of Laura's involvement in Ashe Out­ reach Ministries and the for­ mation of the clinic, Pastor invited to speak, sharing their involvement with the clinic. Many spoke lovingly and passionately of having the opportunity to make a difference in so many lives. Special entertainment was provided by clinic volunteer Ginny Tobiassen, who is a local favorite in the arts community. Volunteers and board members have worked ear­ nestly since the end of Sep­ tember in an effort to raise $25,000 in order to receive matching funds from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Foundation. This match­ ing grant is specifically for free medical clinics during the first year of operations, with the requirement that the funds must come from local community donors. In­ Photo courtesy of Steve Wright (www.stevessportsshots.com) Representatives of the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic and members of the Laura volvement of the board of di­ Wasserman family gathered in West Jefferson recently to celebrate the success of the clinic rectors and the community and honor the memory of Laura Wasserman, one of the clinic's supporters and founders, indicate future sustainability of the clinic, as on-going through establishment of a memorial fund. fundraising is necessary to Kevin Morgan, board chair­ a partner to the clinic. R.N. and dietician with the fund operations. Proof of the man, allowed those present As a special presentation Veteran's Administration funds in the form of bank to also share memories of to the family, Board Mem­ that took her to Los Angeles, statements and canceled Laura. Without accepting ber Charles Knapp then an­ CA and Reno, NV, Laura re­ checks must be provided by the honor himself, Rev. Frye nounced that prior to that turned to Ashe County. Vol­ the clinic prior to completing insisted that "Laura kept evening's establishment of unteering in many capaci­ the application. The larg­ this idea alive." Pastor Mor­ the fund, contributions to­ ties, Laura sang in the choir est effort culminated in the gan then read the resolution taling $3,500 had already at Warrensville Methodist first annual Brunch, Style establishing the Laura Nan been made in Laura's name Church, and with a desire Show and Parade of Homes Eller Wasserman Memorial in anticipation of the estab­ to serve those less fortunate, & Bed & Breakfasts located Fund to the board members, lishment of the fund. Before worked with a number of lo­ in Ashe County. To date, the family members, volunteers the evening ended, addition­ cal organizations, including funds attributable directly and clinic partners. Follow­ al contributions were made, Meals on Wheels. from this intense fundraiser ing the vote, Board Mem­ bringing the total fund to Earlier in the evening, ap­ and general donations from bers Jeff Baldwin and Jo just under $6,000. All contri­ proximately 40 volunteers, the community have re­ Anne Leach, both friends butions totaling over $5,000 board members and support­ sulted in sufficient funds to of Laura, presented signed given within three years are ers of the Ashe County Free allow the Blue Cross Blue and framed resolutions to Visioning Partners, with the Medical Clinic, Inc. gathered Shield Foundation to award the family members in at­ Laura Fund moving to that for a Volunteer Appreciation the $25,000 matching funds tendance, which included level within moments of be­ potluck dinner at the offices to the clinic. Laura's brother Morris Eller, ing established. of AF Insurance and Invest­ Information regarding her niece Nancy Schuder of The daughter of Lansing ments in West Jefferson. the fiscal impact of the clinic Wilkesboro, and her uncle Postmaster Edwin C. and While volunteers brought was provided from when the Truett Eller and his wife Ethel Eller, Laura was born side dishes and desserts, clinic opened the doors in Marilyn. Commenting on the and raised in Ashe County. the board purchased Smoky July to date, with services to shared vision of Rev. Frye, Her mother served on both Mountain BBQ and filled the over 200 patients being pro­ the Ashe Outreach Minis­ the local board of education offices to overflowing with vided. The only source of op­ tries, the original advisory and the board of Ashe Me­ guests and food. Following a erating funds for the clinic is group and Laura Nan, Mor­ morial Hospital. After grad­ program prepared by Clinic contributions from business­ ris Eller shared that his pas­ uation from Lansing High Coordinator Linda Marsh es and individuals, combined tor that very week had spo­ School, Laura obtained her and Volunteer Coordinator with grants that have been ken of vision, and thanked degree from Appalachian Cheryl Earnhardt, all vol­ awarded, with the clinic pro­ the clinic for honoring Laura State University. Following unteers, board members, viding a return to its donors while committing himself as a career in nursing as an employees and guests were of $4.91 per dollar return on EXCAVATING HOME REPAIRS (Excavating Appleseed No JOB Too SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work •Lot Clearing •Basement/Footers jfer ROOTING ROOFING Mountain Field Quality Home Repairs • Ponds • Ditching •Driveways 'GravelMulch,Dirt 336-385-2346 JUIobile: 336-977-1312 • Competitive Rates• Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. ^ Mi ASHE COUNTY^ ROOFING ROOFING ROOP'S ROOFING 2% f'por* Experience l.in-iisrd in North Carolina \ U Install roofing of all kinds Itoof Painting Insured \ ALL Work Gnuraiiltrd All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs F REI: E STIIIITES Allen Miller 336-384-3033 FREE ESTIMATES! 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Prescrip­ tions are provided through a partnership with Jefferson Drug, as well as The Hunger Coalition/Mobile Pharmacy/ Ashe Medication Assistance Program. Eligibility determination hours for new patients are every Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m., with patients being seen every Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m. Staffed by a cadre of volunteers who are medi­ cal providers, nurses, lab technicians, interpreters, and clerical staff, including other volunteers who pro­ vide weekly refreshments and housekeeping duties, it is not unusual to have vol­ unteers still working at 10 p.m. Volunteers of all ca­ pabilities are needed, from licensed medical staff to those with limited skills and loving hearts. As Charles Knapp aptly stated "Anyone can clean a commode." Concluding the evening with elections, officers for the new year include Jeff Baldwin, chairman; Charles Knapp, vice-chairman; Rita Richardson, secretary; and Jo Anne Leach, treasurer. The board and volunteers of the clinic wish to thank AF Bank Insurance and Invest­ ments for the use of their facility to host the evening, and to Byron and Nancy Jor­ dan of Smoky Mountain Barbeque for their generosity. Those interested in the services the clinic offers or in volunteering opportuni­ ties may call the clinic at 846-4649. Donations of med­ ical equipment and supplies are also needed. As a 501( c) (3) non-profit organization, those willing to partner with the clinic by providing financial sup­ port in the form of contribu­ tions may call Vicky Moody at 977-1427 or mail them to the clinic at PO Box 1506, Jefferson, NC 28640. awnix Excavating • Road Building Ponds • Land Clearing Basements • Dirt Hauling • Camera Ready Ads Deb Holder (Yme 336.977 2113 OOLS OIV Wheels RJ Cum • Remodel Jobs •Decks •Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs it Maintenance 336-384-4352 & TELEVISION CENTER Sony \ Sharp BOB'S TREE SERVICE Mountain View ^ • Pioneer I IV Center '5"T* • PanaSOniC Cmtuf SUcbMic Sxfmk" 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 IWuMv HIP BUST Prim Possible j Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" • Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC Cell: 977-2978 Home; 384-4978/ 4614 Cheek Mountain Road Laurel Springs, N.C. 28644 336-372-5895 Mobile: 336-657-7699 TREE SERVICE Mabe's Tree Service LLC ^ Beautification Trimming - Pruning Hazardous Tree Removal Storm Damage Specialist • Fencing M • Landscaping • Retaining Walls • Lawn Maintenance FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATE Michael Allen Mabe - Owner-Specialist 336-359-2312 • Cell: 336-657-7720 �PAGE 16 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Photo by Amanda Sansbury The Hardy Boys pick some hot bluegrass. Photo by Amanda Sansbury The Steel Magnolias were among the musical groups entertaining at a recent open house at Mountain Hearts.The staff at the center, a part of Ashe Memorial Hospital, put on a first-rate open house for members and others. There was, of course, a holiday theme to much of the entertainment and decorations. Mountain Hearts hosts festive open house THE OBSERVATION DECK Photo by Amanda Sansbury Singing barbershop style by the Mountain Overtones. a Birthday! Make it special for them by placing a birthday ad in the Jefferson Pos( Slow down! RALEIGH — The North Carolina State Highway Pa­ trol is urging motorists to slow down and work with the Patrol to ensure eveiyone has a safe holiday season this year. Last year during the Christmas and New Year holiday week, 32 people were killed and 1,229 people were injured in traffic collisions. The leading cause of those collisions was speed. This year 1,138 people have been killed on our highways; 12 more than last year at this time. Troopers will be con­ ducting DW1 checkpoints and strictly enforcing the state's DWI laws. The Patrol will be increasing the number of Troopers on the interstates and heavily traveled corridors. Drivers and passengers are also reminded to wear seat belts, slow down, and allow plenty of time to get to their destinations. Motorists with cellular phones can report safety hazards to the Highway Patrol by dialing *HP (*47) toll free. to e/ieres a new day. O pendulum move slowly! Come by our office located at 203 S Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC or call 336-846-7164 for assistance. HAROLD MUNRO 00 © 2006 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved w % Supplying our community with a complete line of building supplies, plumbing, electrical, hardware and Do It Best paints since 1935. 19 South Third Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-246-2611 www.parkertie.doitbest.com I COUNTY Humane §®@iiiw sm-mc-mws cmm These animals are available for adoption. L! * . IN K, Spanky and Darla are precious lab/boxer mix pups who would love to be under your Christmas tree thisyear. Burt and Ernie are beautiful 6 week old kittens who need a loving home and would make a wonderful Christmas gift. Bogie and Becall are loving smoly and chocolate brown kittens 7 weeks old who would cherish all the decorations on your Christmas tree! Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located between Little s Gym and SlyLine Telephone We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West lefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com \ 4 M sSRi • t r ' r* � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Happy New Year Friday December 29, 2006 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwjeffersonpost.com from everyone at the Jefferson Post Volume 81, Issue 104 Local man writing movie about hanging by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Photo Courtesy of Jessi Martin West Jefferson Postmaster Drew Martin, from left, and clerks Barbara Baker, Dan Suggs and Camelia Miller donned Santa Hats and spent part of their Christmas Day delivering express mail and priority mail gifts to postal customers. Postal clerks deliver Christmas by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Not everyone knows it, but the post office delivers express mail every day, including Sundays and holidays. So Santa Claus wasn't the only one delivering gifts on Christmas. West Jefferson Postmaster Drew Martin had his crew come in on Christmas Day to deliver express mail and any priority mail that looked like Christmas presents. "We had a big stack of parcels, and I had everyone come in so no one person would have to work a long day," Martin said. "Everyone put on Santa hats and the whole clerk staff came in December 25Ul to work. The clerks each delivered Several packages." There was much appreciation from postal customers who received mail on Christmas. "It was nice seeing people's expressions. They were really pleased," said Barbara Baker. "It was a lot of fun because people really appreciated it when we showed up with a package they were expecting," said Dan Suggs. "They were surprised to see us out delivering on Christmas Day," said Camelia Miller. "One customer said 'West Jefferson rocks!' when I delivered a package." "I want people to know that their postal clerks were here working hard for them just like they do every day," said Martin. As Ashe Countians prepare along with the rest of the world to ring in the New Year, many may see 2007 as an opportunity for progress and prosperity. But one resident sees it as the anniversary of a dark chapter in the county's history, and is writing a screenplay to recall "The Sins of Our Fathers." Actor and writer MichaelDamian Kelleher has spent the past year collecting information, soliciting interest and writing his version of the hanging of Will Banks, an African American executed in 1907 for murder, the last person to be hanged in Ashe County. Kelleher was inspired by the book "Banks Crossing" by Jerry Brown, the play "The Trial of Will Banks" by Bill Baker in which Kelleher performed, and the painting "The Hanging of Will Banks" by Stephen Shoemaker, all portraying the still controversial trial, sentencing and execution of a man some say was innocent of the crime. His focus is not just on the Will Banks case, but on the plight of minorities, inspired as well by his work with the Hispanic community in Ashe County and the discrimination Michael-Damian Kelleher is writing a movie about the hanging of Will Banks. and fear of immigrants on the rise in America. "The main point of this is to bring an awareness of what the African American community has to deal with, how far we've come and how they've been on the outside looking in," Kelleher said. "There are some very good families in this area. Some fought for the North, some for the South, and the message is live and letlive. And that there were some whites who were very supportive of minority races and rights. Based on my work today with Hispanics, this leads me to focus on minority rights and issues. There were a disproportionate number of black men hung See Movie, page 5 Property tax relief programs available for citizens by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Start the New Year with tax savings for preservation of the county's agricultural heritage. January is the month to sign up in the Use Value Assessment Program for property taxation to help landowners protect farmland and save tax money. Ashe County Tax Administrator Keith Little can provide information about the program and help landowners sign up for participation. The North Carolina General Assembly enacted legislation in 1973 enabling county tax departments to consider the "use value" of specific properties instead of the "market value" in determining a tax assessment. This Use Value Assessment Program is designed to give tax relief to specific property owners who have their property in production of qualifying agricultural, horticultural or forestry products. One of the qualifying factors of eligibility for the Use Value Assessment Program is minimum acreage of production. For agricultural products, such as cattle, poultry, swine, tobacco, pasture, hay and silage, there must beat least 10 acres under production. For horticultural products, such as trees, fruits and vegetables, there is a minimum requirement of five acres. And for forestry products, mainly timber, there must be at least 20 acres under production. Other qualifying factors include property ownership history, types of ownership, minimum income Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffer8onpost.com requirements and a sound management program. A conservation easement program can save landowners money through a reduction in federal and state property and inheritance taxes. This program establishes voluntary conservation easements for permanent protection of land while it is still in private ownership. There is another program available to low-income elderly and permanently disabled homeowners. For those who meet the minimum income level per household, with at least one member of the household 65 or older, or at least one member permanently disabled, the amount of tax exemption is up to 50 percent of the value of the residence. Property owners interested in the Use Value Assessment Program have until Jan. 31 to apply. Those interested in the exemption for elderly or disabled have until June 1 to apply. Contact the tax assessor's office at Ashe County Courthouse, Suite 2200, phone 219-2554. Applicants need to make sure their applications are complete and all information is correct to better insure eligibility for the program. Citizens interested in seeking tax exemptions for non-profit agencies need to come to the tax office during January to discuss those exemptions. Another program available for tax benefits to landowners is the Ashe County Voluntary Farmland Preservation Program. This program was implemented in 2001 for the purpose of encouraging the voluntary preservation and protection of farmland from non-farm development, and recognizing the importance of agriculture to the economic well-being, cultural life and beauty of the county. It also protects participating farms from nuisance suits and other negative impacts by designating agricultural districts identified to the public as sites where farming activities will be taking place. Jurisdiction is the unincorporated areas of the county - a voluntary agricultural district established under the terms and conditions of the program by the Ashe County Board of Commissioners. An agricultural district will consist of one or more farms as long as there are at least 25 acres per district, according to the program's format. Farmland will be protected within an agricultural district set aside for the purpose of agriculture as long as the participating farmer wishes to be included. Because the program is voluntary, any amount of a participating farm can be removed from the program at any time and the rest left See Tax, page 5 Author discovers historical mystery by Jim Thompson Editor It all began with a routine genealogical assignment. John Stewart of West Jefferson, known for his books on African rulers and the Broadway stage—among others—was asked by Helen Ruth Almond to research a portion of her fam­ ily's history. Specifically, she wanted to know more about the Russells of Virginia. What Stewart found was a historical mystery, and as he unwound it he made an astonishing discovery. Charles "Char­ lie" Russell, respectable civic leader in Clarksville, Va., in later years, was a Confederate spy in the Civil War. "He never told anyone about it," Stewart said in an in­ terview last week. "But there were records that prove what he did." The news came as a surprise, to say the least, to Al­ mond—but she is now fascinated and proud of her great-great­ grandfather. This research led Stewart to discover another almost-for­ gotten Confederate spy, Tom Harbin. This espionage master had already gained a footnote in history because he was the man who left the horse John Wilkes Booth escaped on the night he shot President Abraham Lincoln. And he was Charlie Russell's step-cousin. The result of these researches is a new book released ear­ lier this month by McFarland & Co. in Jefferson. "Confederate Spies at Large: The Lives of Lincoln Assassination Conspira­ tor Tom Harbin and Charlie Russell" is the first work to exam­ ine the little-known and still somewhat mysterious careers of the two men. The biggest mysteries about Harbin and Russell relate to their post-war careers. Harbin, a wanted man with a $10,000 price on his head (something over $130,000 in today's money) slipped out of the county, first to Cuba and then England. Lat­ er, he would claim he stayed overseas until 1870. But Stew­ art found Harbin, living openly and under his own name, in 1866—and right in Washington, D.C.! Later, he even gave in­ terviews about his wartime experiences, yet never served a day in jail. See Mystery, page 5 Dispose of Christmas trees at Family Central site Dispose of your natural Christmas trees at Family Central again this year, perhaps for the last time. The site is a graveled area across from the facility's main parking lot. This property is owned by the county and committed to the state for a new forest service headquarters once money is available. State and federal representatives have recently visited the site and are working to obtain funding for the planned headquarters. Leave your Christmas trees at this site, but be considerate of construction equipment. Trees may not be baled or decorated and no wreaths are accepted. Wednesday, Jan. 17 is the cutoff date for leaving trees, after which time Skyline will be providing chipping services. Please do not put trees in dumpsters at Family Central or anywhere in the county. Residents within the town limits of Jefferson and West Jefferson may leave their Christmas trees on the curb as they do their trash for collection by the town. A schedule of pickup is not yet available. For more information about tree disposal, call the Ashe County office of Cooperative Extension at 219-2650. New Year's Day closings The office of the Jefferson Post will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1 for the New Year's holiday. Ashe County offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1 for New Year's Day. The county landfill and convenience centers will be open. Town offices in West Jefferson, Jefferson and Lansing will be closed on Monday, Jan. 1 for New Year's Day. They will reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 2 Schools in Ashe County are closed on Monday, Jan. 1, and Tuesday, Jan. 2, and will reopen on a regular schedule on Wednesday, Jan. 3. �PAGE 2 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAINMENT Score a touchdown with your Super Bowl party (MS) - Super Bowl Sunday is just around the corner. Per­ haps this year you want to open up your home and host a party in honor of the big game. The Super Bowl is one of the most-watched sports games each year. Football fans and non fans alike gather in homes across the country ei­ ther to watch the action play out on the Afield or comment on the best commercials that are unveiled. Therefore, apart from tasty snacks and bever, ages, there isn't much needed to host a winning football gathering. But if you want to make it extra-special, con­ sider these football-friendly ideas. Upgrade your TV - If you've been thinking about updating your television to a newer, improved or larger model, now is the time. Very often stores discount products post-Christmas, and you may be able to get a deal right af­ ter the New Year starts. Oth­ er retailers offer discounts particularly for Super Bowl Sunday, so keep an eye out for advertised specials. Create your own "stadium seating" - The object of setting up seating is to maximize the opportunity for unobstructed views of the game. While your living room or recreation room may not be equipped with tiered home-theater seating, you can mimic the effect. In the back "row," consider lift­ ing the sofa up a couple of inches by placing sturdy piec­ es of wood or other materials under the feet. Folding chairs can form another row directly in front. Reserve shorter seat­ ing (i.e., low-profile beach or deck chairs, beanbag chairs, etc.) for the front. Set up pil­ lows and other floor-based seating for younger fans. Think about food options Food should be portable and easy to enjoy while cheer­ ing along. This makes finger foods particularly attractive for these types of events. You can serve just about anything, just make it bite sized. For ex­ ample, in lieu of regular-sized pizza and calzones, consider MLHTTP IBM Smart Gallery offers winter art classes by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor pizza bagels or Eng pizzas paired with mini-calzones made with refrigerated biscuit dough (you can even make them in the shape of footballs if you're feeling very creative). Rather than messy hot wings and chicken legs, which leave bones to clean up, flavor breaded chicken ten­ ders with hot sauce and other spicy seasonings. Serve the bulk of the food during a time when the action is on hiatus, such as halftime. For those who like to munch through­ out the game, keep plenty of snack foods on hand. Bowls of pretzels, trail mix, peanuts and the like will keep every­ one satisfied. Set up a beverage station Put drinks close to the action. Fill a cooler with plenty of ice and pack it with cans of soft drinks and beer, if desired. Or set up soda bottles on a table buffet-style with cups and ice oearby. Have activities for non fans as well - Remember that some spouses or other guests, who may not be the biggest football fans, will be sharing / / A © ' uper tsowl Sunday with you. Games and trivia can be fun for all. For example, prior to the party, cut out the logo of well recognized brands and paste to index cards. Quiz guests on how many they can answer correctly and have gag gifts ready, such as foam footballs to take home. For a particularly fun gang, in­ struct guests to arrive wear­ ing their best football-themed costume and then offer prizes for the best dressed (guaran­ teed laughs when the guys show up as cheerleaders). For an all-day event, schedule a fun game of touch football prior to the start of the tele­ vised game (weather permit­ ting). Be responsible - While drinking and watching the game often go hand-in-hand, make sure you are a responsi­ ble host or hostess and never let guests leave while under the influence. Limit alcohol consumption to the first half of the game. Afterward, serve desserts and coffee to keep guests around longer so you can monitor their sobriety. Smart Gallery in down­ town West Jefferson is offer­ ing winter art classes as a cure for cabin fever. Most will be offered at the gallery. One is planned at Flat Rock Stu­ dio in Jefferson Station. Learn a new skill or ad­ vance your artistic abilities in a casual, informal atmo­ sphere and be inspired by the surrounding artwork. Lots of individual and hands-on instruction. Artists of all de­ grees are invited to partici­ pate in the workshops, but limited space is available. This is just the beginning of an ongoing program of workshops offered through the Smart Gallery as a way to promote community involve­ ment. Drawing on the Imagina­ tion - eight week Saturday morning class beginning Jan. 13,10 a.m. to noon. Multi-me­ dia art class exploring improvisational painting and draw­ ing. Instructor is Eddy, an ex­ hibiting artist at Smart Gal­ lery. Fee is $250. Choose your medium and bring your own art supplies. Calligraphy - Learn the foundations of italic letter­ ing, incorporating capitals and flourishes with a final project of your finished piece in a small, handmade book. Three-class workshop begin­ ning Jan. 13,1-4 p.m. Instructor is Kate Irwin. Fee is $150 and includes all supplies. Portrait Painting in Oil Experience how to use tone, weight, expression, and vol­ ume in oil paint through six one-day workshops, Jan. 14 and 15, Feb. 4, 5, 25 and 26. Portrait painting is one of the best tools towards self explo­ ration; work on finding the unexpected within the por­ trait and opportunities to find self expression within the face of another. High energy, structured and creative, this is a class for any level. Two additional workshops will be available to advance your technique. Instructor is Chelsea Gib­ son, local artist and recent graduate of Rhode Island School of Design. Fee is $175, materials list available upon registration. Stained Glass - Planned at Jefferson Station on the following dates: Jan. 18 and 25, two session class, 9 a.m.1 p.m.; Jan. 20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Feb. 4, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Feb. 10, Kid's Mosaic Class 9 a.m. to noon for children ages 5 and above, must be accompanied by parent, with choice of de­ signs; Feb. 24, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; and March 4, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Instructor is Judith Mar­ tens of Flat Rock Studio and an exhibiting artist at Smart Gallery. Fee is $95 per class except $45 for Kid's Mosaic Class and includes all materials. Learn pattern cutting, glass cutting and grinding, foiling, soldering and finishing. Painting on Silk - Learn about different silks, tools and paints to use in this fas­ cinating technique. Drawing tips for beginners, to improve freehand drawing confidence, also given. Explore using re­ sist, salt techniques, color mixing and color layering for endless creative possibilities. Workshops scheduled Feb. 11, March 18 and April 15, noon to 6 p.m. Instructor is Leslie Carter, an exhibiting artist at Smart Gallery. Fee is $200 and includes silk for three projects, stretching frame and paints. Interpreting the Land­ scape in Watercolor - A one-day workshop on March 24, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., with an overview of the basic materi­ als, techniques and some key design principles that result in successful watercolors. Of­ fers a solid introduction to watercolor, a feel for certain methods and techniques, and the incentive to learn more and keep painting. Instructor is Wes Waugh, an exhibiting artist at Smart Gallery. Fee is $175 and a materi­ als list is available upon reg­ istration. Register for these and other classes at Smart Gal­ lery at 109 N. Jefferson Ave. in West Jefferson, 246-7399. Ideas for other workshops are encouraged. 1. Happy Feet (PG) Elijah Wood, Robin Williams 2. Casino Royale (PG-13) Dan­ iel Craig, Judi Dench 3. 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Pictured left to right: Rainbow Center Director of Development Fred Robinette, Rainbow Center COO Clayton Cone, Wilkesboro Store Man­ ager Steve Penland, Wilkesboro Community Involvement Coordinator Malinda Riddle, Rain­ bow Center Public Relations Coordinator Koren Huskins, Wal-Mart Fashion Merchandiser Mi­ chael Lovelace, West Jefferson Store Manager Anthony Trent, NWNC Market Team Manager Jeff Powell, Mt. Airy Store Manager Wayne Mosley, Boone Store Manager Tracy Stilwell, and Rainbow Center CEO Glenda Andrews. Not Pictured: Elkin Store Manager Garry Steele. Wal-Mart helps families WILKESBORO -"We try to help kids in our community. Rainbow Center - Children and Family Services is very much geared towards chil­ dren, youth, and families and we want to be involved," says Wal-Mart Northwest North Carolina Market Manager Jeff Powell. Wal-Mart stores did more than try to help their commu­ nity, they united together to support children and families served by Rainbow Center. The Boone, Elkin, Mt. Airy, West Jefferson, and Wilkes stores donated $2,000 each for a total of $10,000 to Rain­ bow Center on December 14. "We're very pleased to re­ ceive $10,000 from the five re­ gional Wal-Mart stores in the High Country. We will use Wal-Mart's investment wise­ ly for children and families in our area. We're very thankful for this gift and for having Wal-Mart 'partner with us' as we help those less fortunate i in their time of need," says Director of Development Fred Robinette. With more than 90 per- cent of its charitable giving targeted at local communi­ ties, cash donations through Wal-Mart stores, Inc. and the Wal-Mart and SAM'S CLUB Foundation exceeded a record $170 million in 2004. Of this total amount, $61 million was given through community grant programs to help sup­ port local organizations large and small. More information about Wal-Mart can be found by visiting www.walmartfacts.com. Online merchan­ dise sales are available at www.wal-mart.com. "Anything we can do to help families and provide for kids, we're willing to do," says Community Involvement Co­ ordinator Malinda Riddle of the Wilkesboro Store. Representatives from WalMart included Northwest North Carolina Market Man­ ager Jeff Powell, Fashion Mer­ chandiser Michael Lovelace, Boone Manager Tracy Stil­ well, Elkin Manager Garry Steele, Mt. Airy Manager Wayne Mosley, West Jefferson Manager Anthony Trent, Wil­ kesboro Store Manager Steve Penland, and Wilkesboro Community Involvement Co­ ordinator Malinda Riddle. Rainbow Center - Chil­ dren and Family Services provides Residential Care (group homes), Family Reuni­ fication Counseling, in-home Intensive Family Preserva­ tion and Time Limited Fam­ ily Reunification Counseling, and assistance to individu­ als with developmental dis­ abilities via High Country First In Families throughout Northwestern North Caro­ lina. The non-profit agency is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA) and is a member of the Wilkes Cham­ ber of Commerce, Boone Area Chamber of Commerce, and the North Carolina Child and Family Services Associa­ tion. For more information about the center or to make a donation please call Koren Huskins at (336) 667-3333, email khuskins@rccfs.com, or visit the center online at www.rainbowcenterforchildren.org. Ashe County has been awarded $15,113 in federal funds to supplement emer­ gency food and shelter pro­ grams in the area under the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program. The selection was made by a national board that is chaired by the Department of Homeland Security's Fed­ eral Emergency Manage­ ment Agency and consists of representatives from the Salvation Army, American Red Cross, Council of Jewish Federations, Catholic Chari­ ties, USA, National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA and United Way. The board was charged to distrib­ ute funds appropriated by Congress to help expand the capacity of food and shelter programs in high-need areas around the country. A local board made up of local government, human ser­ vice agencies, and members of the public, will determine how the funds awarded to Ashe County are to be distributed among the emergency food and shelter programs run by local service organizations in the area. Under the terms of the grant from the national board, local governmental or private voluntary organizations cho­ sen to receive funds must: 1) be non-profit, 2) have an ac­ counting system, 3) practice nondiscrimination, 4) have demonstrated the capabil­ ity to deliver emergency food and/or shelter programs, and 5) if they are a private volun­ tary organization, they must have a voluntary board. The Ashe County Emer­ gency Food and Shelter Local Board has distributed funds previously with Ashe Re­ ally Cares, Ashe County De­ partment of Social Services, Jefferson United Methodist Church and Ashe Services for Aging. Public or private voluntary organizations are urged to ap­ ply to the Ashe County Emer­ gency Food and Shelter Local Board c/o Ashe Services for Aging, P.O. Box 9, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694. Or phone Bill Clark at 246-2461. Appli­ cations must be received by 5 p.m. January 8, 2007. Northwestern Bank names Waddell market president Northwestern Bank re­ cently promoted Bill J. Wad­ dell from Community Office Manager in West Jefferson, to Market President of all Northwestern Bank com­ munity offices. Waddell has been with the bank for seven years. Don Harrison, Regional President for Northwestern Bank, stated, "Bill has long demonstrated solid leader­ ship skills within our orga­ nization. His banking knowl­ edge and understanding of the local market are valuable resources to our customers." A native of Ashe County, Waddell is a graduate of Ap­ palachian State University and possesses over 38 years of banking experience. He has been involved in numer­ ous civic activities, includ­ ing the Ashe County Wild­ life Club, the National Wild Turkey Federation Chapter and past President of the Jeffersons Rotary Club. He was also a Little League coach for 10 years, and has served as president of the Ashe County Little League Association. Waddell and his wife, Bev­ erly, attend Bethany United Methodist Church. TTiey have three children and three grandchildren. The family resides in West Jefferson. Northwestern Bank is a di­ vision of First National Bank and Trust Company in Asheboro, North Carolina, and op­ erates six community offices in Boone, Millers Creek, Taylorsville, West Jefferson and Wilkesboro. A complete line of consumer, mortgage and business banking services is offered including loan, de­ posit, cash management, in­ vestment management and personal trust services. In­ ternet banking is available at Nwesternbank.com. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation insures depos­ its up to applicable limits. SAFETY FIRST Safe t h i s Holiday Season. Don't Drink and Drive. Play i t Andy Patton 425 East 2nd St., West Jefferson 846-4196 pattona16naftionwide.com We Support the NC State Highway Patrol Caisson Unit Nationwide On Your Side" Nationwide Mutual Imuranca Company and MlihatndCompanies. Horn* 01t«n. Columbus OH 43215-2220 C2-1 5/02 Customers expect better coverage Wireless customers in Watau­ ga County continue to benefit from the network expansion efforts of Carolina West Wire­ less. The wireless company continues to expand the num­ ber of cell sites within their coverage area as part of their commitment to offer residents the best wireless service avail­ able. The recent addition of a cell site in Watauga County will significantly enhance coverage on Highway 421 west of Boone and in the Zionsville Commu­ nity. Carolina West Wireless, the local wireless provider, offers customers coverage in rural areas that provide them reliable and clear call quality and data transmission. "Carolina West Wireless is committed to building out our network to ensure our cus­ tomers receive leading edge technology and reliable ser­ vice," said Slayton Stewart, CEO Carolina West Wireless. "We applaud the efforts and hard work of the Network Op­ erations team as they work to achieve the goals of our net­ work build out" The newly constructed tower is equipped with CDMA tech­ nology which offers enhanced phone and technology includ­ ing improved voice and call quality, longer battery life for phones, and a larger selection of phones with capabilities in­ cluding camera options, text messaging, downloadable ring tones and games. Residents of Boone and those that frequent­ ly travel Highway 421 that would like to take advantage of the new CDMA cell sites are encouraged to visit Carolina West Wireless. For more information on Carolina West Wireless, call 800-235-5007 or visit online at www.carolinawest.com. " * operative's Member Advisory Committees in each district. As soon as sufficient funding is obtained to begin awarding funds, the Foundation will so­ licit applications and select recipients based on the impact the award would have on qual­ ity of life issues in local com­ munities. The marketing campaign included telemarketing, news­ paper, radio and other commu­ nications. "I'd like to thank all the members who answered our call to join Operation Round Up," said Lee Layton, chief op­ erating officer. 'The ultimate goal of Operation Round Up is to make northwest North Carolina an even better place to five and work. Our members have indicated their passion and commitment to the same goal." Members of Blue Ridge Electric are encouraged to con­ tinue supporting and signing up for Operation Round Up in order for the program to have the greatest impact on local communities. To sign up for Operation Round Up, call any local Blue Ridge Electric office or sign up online at www.BlueRidgeEMC. com. # # « ANXIETY MAY RISE DURING THE * HOLIDAYS. YOUR PRICE WON'T. # ** . Blue Ridge Electric members support Operation Round Up In the spirit of the season, members of Blue Ridge Elec­ tric Membership Corporation have rallied to support the cooperative's new Operation Round Up program. As of De­ cember 21, 16.3 percent of the cooperative's members—just over 11,000 households—had signed up to support Operation Round Up after a recruitment period that started in early September. With the intent of assisting local people and communities in Blue Ridge Electric's service area, Operation Round Up is a member-supported program with administrative costs cov­ ered by the cooperative. Giving is easy and painless: members simply agree to contribute by allowing their bill to be round­ ed up the next dollar, with the difference donated to Opera­ tion Round Up. Also funding Operation Round Up will be profits pro­ duced by the cooperative's pro­ pane and heating fuels subsid­ iary, Blue Ridge Energies. Funds donated to Opera­ tion Round Up are managed by the Blue Ridge Members Foundation, a 501 3 (c) organi­ zation. The Members Founda­ tion is governed by members of Blue Ridge Electric who are representatives from the co­ # *2A #* * .95 •X* '*• ft • * # ' EMBARQ™ HIGH-SPEED INTERNET /MO FOR AS LONG AS YOU HAVE IT. 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So far, North Carolina, in spite of record growth, has kept pace with the physi­ cian-resident ratio nation­ wide. But that may change in the next decades. By 2030, the task force said in their draft report, that ratio is likely to increase 21 per­ cent—meaning more people per physician. •Increase enrollment at the present medical schools by 30 percent—or build a new, fifth school. •Provide incentives to help minority students to pursue medical education. •Give new financial incentives to encourage medical doctors to locate in underserved rural areas. As the task force draft report states, rural areas will face the greatest chal­ lenges if the number of phy­ sicians does not keep up with demand. So far, Ashe Memorial Hospital has done an out­ standing job of attracting and retaining physicians The reason is two-fold, here. In addition, there are according to the task force. some practices not connect­ The first problem is that ed with the hospital that there are not enough new perform important services medical doctors coming out to the community. We are of our schools, when you blessed to have such a group consider the U.S. Census of professionals here to serve projects the state's popula­ the community. In addition, tion will grow 37 percent by though rural, we are fortu­ 2030. The second problem nate to be located within is that many current phy­ a short distance to such sicians will retire by that major facilities as Baptist date, while some potential Hospital in Winston-Salem young doctors are being and Johnson City Medical squeezed out because of Center in Tennessee. declining reimbursements The task force has pro­ and other financial pres­ vided a valuable warning to sures—including debt aris­ our state. If we begin to pre­ ing from education. pare now, our children and The task force recom­ grandchildren will continue mends several steps towards to enjoy excellent medical * averting this crisis: care in the future. ' A('! I FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 Keeping kids healthy by Marian Wright-Edelman Minuteman Media In the midst of all the focus on the war in Iraq and current moral scandals among some of our political and religious leaders, a different issue was quietly appearing on ballots across the country on Election Day. Voters in Arizona, Flori­ da, Nevada, Ohio, and South Dakota all approved state­ wide measures that required either smoke-free workplaces, increased state tobacco taxes to fund needs like health care and early child development programs, and/or funded to­ bacco prevention programs. Local smoke-free laws also were passed or upheld in communities across the coun­ try. The Children's Defense Fund was disappointed that an initiative was defeated in California that would have used a tobacco tax increase to fund health coverage for all uninsured California children and for tobacco prevention and health care programs. Tobacco companies and other powerful special interests spent millions fighting these measures, including more than $65 million in California alone. But the fact that more and more states and commu­ nities are passing new laws like these, which are critical for children's health, should renew our courage to keep fighting against tobacco com­ panies whose deadly product costs many thousands of lives every year. Smoking can harm chil­ dren before they are born. Women who smoke during pregnancy are at greater risk of having a prematura birth, , pregnancy complications, low > birthweight infants, or a still­ birth, and have a higher rate of infant mortality. Smoking during pregnancy is also as­ sociated with Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), poor lung development, asthma, and other negative conse- Guest Column quences for children's health and development. Increasing access to prenatal care is one key to helping address nega­ tive behavioral habits like smoking that can harm chil­ dren. There is good news here: The percentage of women who smoke during pregnancy has declined during the last de­ cade. But in 2002, more than one in 10 women giving birth still reported smoking during pregnancy, so there's much more work to be done. The struggle to stop chil­ dren and youths from smoking is even fiercer. The nonprofit Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids is at the forefront of the fight to prevent young peo­ ple from developing danger­ ous smoking habits, to help smokers quit, and to protect everyone from secondhand smoke. They've studied all the facts about children and smoking and have a long list of compelling reasons why it's important to protect children now. Here are just a few of the alarming realities: Every day, another 1,500 children become daily smok­ ers. This meant as of Election Day, 464,007 children had become regular smokers in 2006. Of these children and youths, 148,482 will die pre­ maturely from their addic­ tion. Altogether, more than 5 million children alive today will die prematurely from smoking-related illnesses. Almost 90 percent of adults who smoke took their first puff at or before the age of 18. The tobacco industry spends more than $9.7 billion a year, or more than $26.5 million a day, advertising and market­ ing its death products. Par­ ents and adults who want to keep children away from to­ bacco and cigarettes are defi­ nitely fighting a relentless and powerful opponent. These statistics are a wake-up call for anyone con­ cerned about children's and public health. Every year, the Campaign for Tobpqco-Ffee, Kids sponsors a "Kick Butts Day" to expose and counter the tobacco industry's mar­ keting strategies aimed at young people. Students of all ages take part in events like youth-led rallies in state cap­ itals, surveys of tobacco ad­ vertising in local stores, and street activism. Events like this can make a real differ­ ence in teaching young people some of the facts about and consequences of tobacco use, and the ways tobacco com­ panies' marketing tactics are addicting them to life-threat­ ening habits. Many organizations pro­ vide materials specifically to help parents teach their children about the dangers of smoking. And all of us can pay attention to and support more ballot measures like the ones that passed this year. Togeth­ er, we can make a real differ­ ence in protecting more chil­ dren from secondhand smoke and reducing the number of children who start smoking— two key steps in giving more children the Healthy Start in life they all deserve. Marian Wright-Edelman is president and founder of the Children's Defense Fund and its Action Council whose Leave No Child Behind.® mis­ sion is to ensure every child a Healthy Start, a Head Start, a Fair Start, a Safe Start, and a Moral Start in life and suc­ cessful passage to adulthood with the help of caring fami­ lies and communities, www. childrensdefense.org Claiming outer space for the military by Col. Daniel Smith (USA) Minuteman Media Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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Sometimes you just know when someone's trying to hide something. Take this year's update of the U.S. National Space Pol­ icy (NSP), four years in the making and 10 years after the Clinton administration's up­ date. Little wonder if you've drawn a blank. President George W. Bush signed the NSP August 31, the Thurs­ day before Labor Day, when already everyone was focused on the now extra-long last weekend of summer vacation. The unclassified version of the NSP was released at "closing time" - 5 p.m. October 6, the Friday before the three-day Columbus Day weekend. So what is the White House trying to hide from the public this time? Surpris­ ingly, nothing more than its normal unmitigated milita­ rized unilateralism — exactly what one would expect from an administration that has little regard for international agreements and the rights of other nations, whether "with us or against us," to engage in peaceful ventures in and through space. For example, the phrase "freedom of action in space" appears in the Bush NSP's second "background" para­ graph. The NSP equates this idea to"freedom of navigation" on the high seas, a principle for which the United States has gone to war on more than one occasion. When the same phrase reappears under "principles," it clearly threat- Guest Column ens armed conflict should U.S. "rights" be crossed: "the United States will: preserve its rights, capabilities, and freedom of action in space... take those actions necessary to protect its space capabili­ ties...and deny, if necessary, adversaries the use of space capabilities hostile to U.S. na­ tional interests." No mention of cooperation or "allies" here, as in the Clinton NSP. Lest there be any doubt about intent, in the section ti­ tled "National Security Space Guidelines," the NSP directs the Secretary of Defense to "develop capabilities, plans, and options to ensure free­ dom of action in space, and, if, directed, deny such freedom of action to adversaries." What's not specified are the criteria that condemn a country to the "adversary" column or how a country gets redeemed. Another "principle" of the new NSP states that "pro­ posed arms control agree­ ments or restrictions must not impair the rights of the United States to conduct... activities in space for U.S. na­ tional security."Again, the exclusiveness of the statement is striking, particularly when compared to the Clinton ver­ sion that acknowledges the "right of passage" for space systems of "any nation" and deems any interference as an infringement of sovereignty. What also jumps out from the NSP is the brevity - three paragraphs, one more than the "background" - of the section on "International Space Coop­ eration." The United States is willing to work with other na­ tions - but only on [begin ital) our [end ital] terms: "consis­ tent with U.S. national secu­ rity interests." Here the NSP could have acknowledged that the United States is party to accords - e.g., the 1967 Outer Space Treaty banning nucle­ ar weapons in space and the much-amended 1865 Inter­ national Telecommunications Union agreement allocating radio frequencies - that re­ strict its "freedom of action." But no, nary a word. For all its emphasis on militarizing space, the 2006 NSP still includes a section on minimizing orbital debris. The Defense Department an­ nually spends billions to de­ velop weapons that, operating from the ground into space, from space to the ground, or within space ("killer" satel­ lites), would exponentially in­ crease orbital debris should a "space war" occur. And should non-military satellites hit orbital debris, that's simply "collateral damage" - not a military problem. The NSP does stress in­ teragency cooperation, de­ veloping professional space experts, controlling acquisi­ tion costs, and promoting ci­ vilian space capabilities. But the context is strictly unilat­ eral: developing alternatives to U.S. government-funded Happy New Year! initiatives or encouraging do­ mestic competition. Bush's NSP, like Clinton's, ends with "unclassified facts" on the U.S. space program. But super-se­ crecy is so pervasive that the Bush list of facts is actually half the length of the 1996 list. All the 2006 NSP adds are references to "homeland security" as justification for using photo-reconnaissance and signals collection satel­ lites over U.S. territory. As this isn't news, it must be a distraction. The question is: from what? Colonel Daniel Smith (Ret.), a West Point gradu­ ate and Vietnam veteran, is a senior fellow at the Washing­ ton-based Friends (Quaker) Committee on National Legis­ lation. He is at www.fcl.org or The Quakers' Colonel" blog. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available free of charge, for readers to express their views. Al it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a mattei of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @ jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Movie continued from front page for crimes that were mostly misdemeanors compared to the number of white men executed for their crimes. "This is not to point fingers at what we did, but to make sure it never happens again," Kelleher said. "This is a good community of caring people, a faith-based society, but others are coming in and we have to make room for them. And maybe learn from the mistake of Will Banks that we have to be more fair and equitable." Kelleher is receiving tremendous interest in his project from the film industry, including actors who have performed in feature films, and he has contacted independent film makers who may be interested in filming the movie. He hopes to attract the movie industry to Ashe County in an effort to boost tourism and the local economy. North Carolina is providing tax breaks and incentives for companies to film here and a state-ofthe-art animation studio is planned for Winston-Salem. "The state is on the cusp of the movie industry," he said. "It's good for the economy and good for youth." The movie is to be written, directed and produced by Kelleher through MDK Productions. Participation is on a volunteer basis, although cast members will be stockholders in the production. Those interested in auditioning for character roles in the planned film (with the exception of Will Banks for whom Kelleher has special plans) can go to his website information. Kelleher plans several audition locations, including West Jefferson, Boone and Greensboro. An audition is planned in West Jefferson at the Nation's Inn conference room on Saturday, Jan. 20 from noon to 4 p.m. There will also be an audition on the Appalachian State University campus at Chapel Wilson Hall in room 105 on Saturday, Jan. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A full-time employee of the Cooperative Extension Service in Ashe County as program associate for migrant education, Kelleher has enjoyed acting and performing in a number of local theater productions and feature films. His movie credits include a security guard in "Just Like the Son" by Morgan J. Freeman, a news anchor in "Easter Lake" by Elliot Straight, the character of Robert in "A Su Salud" by Truth Function Productions, Detective Andy Stroamer in "Man of Memory" by C. Eric Woodard, and he played the character of a drinking buddy in the current video release "Talladega Nights" by Adam McKay and starring Will Ferrell of Saturday Night Live fame. Kelleher has a Bachelor's degree in theater arts from Appalachian State University and trained with Bob Luke Studios in New York City and Second City improvisational group in Chicago. He developed, produced and performed "Uncle Ronnie's Bedtime Theater" as an improvisational theater troupe and is a member of Alpha Psi Omega national theater fraternity. "I would like to thank Jerry IRS offers tax tips for bigger refunds Whether you are winterizing your home, buying a new car, or preparing for the holidays, the Internal Revenue Service offers tax tips for you to consider. Some tax breaks and a review of your current tax situation may result in a bigger refund or less taxes to be paid come tax time. Telephone Excise Tax Refund - The Internal Revenue Service announces the standard amounts that most long-distance customers their can use to figure telephone tax refund. These amounts, which range from $30 to $60, will enable millions of individual taxpayers to request the telephone tax refund without having to dig through old phone bills. To get the standard amount, eligible taxpayers only need to fill out one additional line on their regular 2006 return. The IRS is creating a special short form (Form 1040EZ-T) for those who don't need to file a regular return. The standard amounts are based on the total number of exemptions claimed on the 2006 federal income tax return.The standard amounts are $30 for a person filing a return with one exemption, $40 for two exemptions, $50 for three exemptions and $60 for four or more exemptions. Those who paid the long­ distance tax on service billed after Feb. 28,2003 and before Aug. 1, 2006 are eligible for a refund. Homeowners Energy Tax Credits - During 2006, individuals can make energyconscious purchases that will provide tax benefits when filling out their tax returns next year. The new law provides tax credits for making your principal residence, which must be in the United States, more energy efficient and for buying certain energy efficient items. "Consumers who purchase and install specific products, such as energy-efficient windows, insulation, doors, roofs and heating and cooling equipment in the home can receive a tax credit of up to $500," said IRS Spokesperson Gregg Semanick. For more information go to the IRS Web site, www.irs.gov , or the U.S. Department of Energy Web site,; gov, and use the term "Energy Policy Act Tax Credits" in the keyword search feature. Hybrid Vehicles Generate Tax Credits - The tax credit for hybrid vehicles may be as much as $3,400 for those who purchase the most fuel-efficient passenger automobiles and light trucks. The tax credit for hybrid vehicles applies to vehicles purchased on or after Jan. 1, 2006. Consumers seeking the credit may want to buy early since the full credit is only available for a limited time. Taxpayers may claim the full amount of the allowable credit up to the end of the first calendar quarter after the quarter in which the manufacturer records its sale of the 60,000th vehicle. For the second and third calendar quarters after the quarter in which the 60,000th vehicle is sold, taxpayers may claim 50 percent of the credit. For the fourth and fifth calendar quarters, taxpayers may claim 25 percent of the credit. No credit is allowed after the fifth quarter. For more information and a complete listing of all qualified hybrid vehicles as they become available, visit IRS.gov . Recordkeeping - With the current tax year "winding down," the Internal Revenue Service is encouraging taxpayers to take the time now to gather and organize their tax records to reduce stress at tax time. "You can avoid headaches at tax time by keeping track of your receipts and other records throughout the year," said IRS spokesperson Gregg Semanick. "Good recordkeeping during the year saves you time and effort at tax time when organizing and completing your return." In most cases the IRS does not require you to keep records in any special manner. Generally speaking, however, you should keep any and all documents that may have an impact on your federal tax return. Such items would include bills, receipts, invoices, mileage logs, canceled checks, or any other proof of payment, and any other records to support deductions or credits you claim on your tax return. Generally, tax records should be kept for three years, but some documents, for example, records relating to a home purchase or sale, stock transactions, IRAs and business or rental property, should be kept longer. For more information on what types of records to keep, see IRS Publication 552, Recordkeeping for Individuals. Choosing a Tax PreparerIt's not too early to start thinking about the tax season and whether you plan to prepare your own tax return or use the services of a tax professional. If you decide the latter, then the Internal Revenue Services offers some advice for choosing a tax preparer. Now is a good time to start planning ahead and doing your homework in selecting a tax preparer. During the tax season about 55 percent of Delaware filers will use a paid tax professional to prepare their tax returns. Some tips include: * Ask about service fees. Avoid preparers who claim they can obtain larger refunds than other preparers, or those who guarantee results or base fees on a percentage of the amount of the refund. * Plan Ahead. Choose a preparer you will be able to contact after the return is filed and one that will be responsive to your needs. * Get References. Ask questions and get references from clients who have used the tax professional before. Were they satisfied with the service received? * Research. Check to see if the preparer has any questionable history with the Better Business Bureau, the state's board of accountancy for CPAs or the state's bar association for attorneys. Find out if the preparer belongs to a professional organization that requires its members to pursue continuing education and also holds them accountable to a code of ethics. * Determine if the preparer's credentials meet your needs. Are they an Enrolled Agent, Certified Public Accountant, Tax Attorney or Public JVcw year's £vc pinner Special Accountant? Only attorneys, CPAs, enrolled agents and Public Accountants can represent taxpayers before the IRS in all matters including audits, collection actions and appeals. Other return preparers may represent taxpayers only in audits regarding a return they signed as a preparer. Assistance - For more information or to access IRS forms and publications, visit the IRS Web site at www.irs. gov . Forms and publications can also be ordered by calling toll-free 1-800-TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676). Telephone assistance is available at 1800-TAX-1040 (1-800-8291040). Tax continued from front page in the program, even if that amount left is less than 25 acres. Participants can opt out at any time with a 30-day notice to the committee. To qualify for the Farmland Preservation Program, farmland must also qualify for the dounty's Use Value Assessment Program, and meet certain criteria for certification. To find out more about the Farmland Preservation Program, and other farm related tax relief programs, contact the Cooperative Extension Service at 2192650. Brown, Stephen Shoemaker and Bill Baker for inspiring me to take on this project through their works of art and literature," Kelleher said. "I want to thank Bill Baker for casting me in his original play called The Trial of Will Banks,' as Rufus Doughton. For Jerry Brown, who wrote a brilliant and factual account of the trial and everything leading up to it, called 'Banks Crossing: The Hanging of Will Banks.' You can tell he poured his heart into his book. And to Stephen Shoemaker, whose haunting portrait called The Hanging of Will Banks' Mystery continued from front page In some respects, Russell's post-war years are even more unusual. Returning to his devastated hometown of Clarksville, with little to show (other, presumably, than worthless Confederate currency) for his years of ser­ vice, Russell was nonetheless able to immediately obtain the capital to open a car­ riage manufacturing plant. No source for that money has ever been discovered, and he left no record. Besides their Civil War ca­ reers, the book examines the genealogies of the two men, including interesting ac­ counts of their colorful ances­ tors and descendents, many of whom were prominent mem­ bers of society in the nation's capital. Stewart's book is available by calling Gayle Winston at 982-2109. Thank e/ou! Ever since we came to the Helton United Methodist Charge in June of this year, we have been blessed to get to know so many wonderful people. Your kindness to us has meant more than words can say. Between ministry, jobs and school, we haven't of­ ten had time to say "thank you" enough, so as this year ends, we wanted to let all the folks at Helton, Lansing, Trinity and Greenwood churches know how much you mean to us. We are so blessed. Thank you for allowing us a chance to get away and have a much-needed break this Christmas season. We're excited to be coming back, recharged, and ready for an exciting year of ministry! May God bless each of you richly, Rev. Jim and Sherry Thompson SHOWTIME Gju. EflEjEIG GIG]GIG Someone Special You Know Having a Birthday Soon? presents a chilling visual image, which has left a lasting impression in my mind." Kelleher was also inspired by the movie "October Skies," his own photography work using a sepia tone to capture the look of bygone days, and a desire to make the world a better place. "I have a desire to contribute something to the community and use my experience to bring healing and compassion," he said. "It is a darn good script, if you ask me, and I believe with the right cast, it will be fantastic. See you in the movies!" Theatre One Charlotte's Web TS3C r>ioiC!!cilclple>ir>ir>ic!ir Theatre Two IG1G1G1G Eragon Show them you care with a JEFFERSON POST-IT Note Notice of Public Hearing West Jefferson Board of Aldermen January 4, 2007 The West Jefferson Board of Alderman will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at 5:50pm. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the closing of .07miles (375') of Crescent Lane in West Jefferson. «« Erasers Restaurant All Inclusive Special Dinner Menu You may choose from the following: Resolution North Carolina Department of Transportation Request for Abandonment from the State Maintained Secondary Road System • SALMON FILET TOPPED W/LOBSTER MEAT, SHRIMP AND LUMP CRABMEAT IMPERIAL North Carolina County of Ashe • STEAK AND CANADIAN LOBSTER TAIL WITH DRAWN BUTTER Road Description: Secondary Road 1249 Crescent Lane (.07 mi=approx. 375') • STEAK AND GRILLED ]UMBO SHRIMP WITH DRAWN BUTTER WHEREAS, the attached petition has been filed with the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson requesting that the above described section of road, the location of which has been indicated in black on the attached map, be abandoned from the Secondary Road System, and • SLOW ROASTED HERB ENCRUSTED PRIME RIB OF BEEF (MEDIUM wai AND WEIL TEMPERATURES AVAILABLE - SEARED ONLY) WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen is of the opinion that the above described road All weals m served a-ifr a hcuse salad, fresh baked rolls, baked potato w/butter and sour cream and seasonal fresh vegetables All dinners include a Special New Year's Eve Dessert and your choice of a Glass of Chawpayne or House Wine. For reservations (seating between 5PM and 9PM) Call 336-246-5222 Price per person is $35.99 (tax and qwtMitij not included) Erasers Restaurant is located at 108 S. Jefferson Avenue in downtown West Jefferson should be abandoned by the Secondary Road System. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson that the Division of Highways is hereby requested to review the above described road, and to abandon the specified section of road from future State Maintenance, provided all residents/property owners affected are in concurrence and that this action will not have a negative impact to the general traveling public. Certificate The foregoing resolution was duly adopted by the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson at a meeting on the 5th day of October, 2006. -Gift C < > r l i ( K | ,"*• Attachments available at West Jefferson Town Hall �Friday - December 29 I %. pon "mm This Varsity Wrestling Away at Pack 6 Frida WGek North Wilkes Royal Viking Classic 9:00 a.m. J * r Saturday - December 30 Varsity Wrestling Away at West Wilkes 1:00 p.m. Husky cnorts P F.-mail us: MgraybcaKhJeffersoiiI'o.st.c Mountaineers claim San Juan Shootout Title L by Appalachian Sports Information December 19, 2006 GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico - Appalachian State Univer­ sity men's basketball never trailed in an impressive, 8069, victory over Virginia in the opening round of the San Juan Shootout Tuesday eve­ ning at Morales Coliseum. The Mountaineers shot 54 percent from the field and led by as many as 18 in the con­ test. Senior Nate Cranford (Harrisburg, N.C.) poured in a career-high 24 points to lead the Mountaineers to their first win over an Atlantic Coast Conference foe in near­ ly seven years. D.J. Thompson was ASU's other double-digit scorer with 17 points as ASU improved to 8-3 while the Cavaliers fall to 6-2. UVA was paced by J.R. Reynolds's 20 points, 11 of them at the free-throw line, and Adrian Joseph's 16 points. Appalachian advanced to face UCF last Wednesday at 4 p.m. EST in the second round of the San Juan Shoot­ out. The Golden Knights won their opener, 67-61, over Utah Tuesday afternoon. The Mountaineers hit five of their first seven shots, four of them three-pointers and another three-point play, to take a 15-3 lead five minutes into the contest. Cranford hit three of his six three-pointers during that span. UVA crept back within five points, 17-12, three minutes later, however Cranford and Thompson an­ swered with three-consecu­ tive three-pointers, two of them from Cranford's hot hand. Jeremy Clayton (Greens­ boro, N.C.) then followed with dunk and layup to ex­ tend ASU's lead back to 18, 30-12, capping off a 13-0 run Colvard Holiday Classic Look for the Huskies' results in Tuesday's paper Photo courtesy ot uoasu.com The Mountaineers defeated opponents from the ACC, Conference USA and the SEC to win the San Juan Shootout title. with nine minutes to play and thwarting UVA's lone chal­ lenge at the lead. The Cava­ liers got no closer than 11 the remainder of the half as ASU carried a 41-28 advantage into halflime. UVA shot just 28 percent in the opening half apd 13 percent from three-point i*ange compared with Appa­ lachian's 56 and 50 percent, respectively. Each time the Cavaliers tried to make a run in the second half, Appalachian answered as Donte Minter (Salisbury, N.C.) began to take control of the game in the post against his former team with seven second-half points. In addition, the Apps slowed down their up-tempo attack to eat away at the clock and got clutch shots as the 35-second clock expired three times to stymie any hopes UVA had of a second-half comeback. Appalachian last knocked off an ACC opponent on Jan. 19,2000, when it took a 72-60 decision at Clemson. ASU's first-ever win over Virginia was its sixth in 72 all-time meetings versus ACC squads. Cranford's 24 points topped his previous career high of 23, set more than 22 months ago at East Tennessee State (Feb. 9, 2005). ASU's 50-percent perfor­ mance (13-26) was its best since shooting 55 percent on November 28, 2005 at JMU. ASU tied a school record with 16 three-pointers in that game. D.J. Thompson's 17 points moved him into 17th all-time in scoring at ASU with 1,267 career points past Sam Gib­ son. Thompson also moved into second all-time at ASU in ca­ reer three-pointers with 215 past Noah Brown. Mountaineers advance to championship with a 75-64 win over UCF December 20, 2006 GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico - Fueled, by a second-consecu­ tive strong performance from Nate Cranford (Harrisburg, N.C.), the Appalachian State University men's basketball squad defeated UCF 75-64 to advance to the San Juan Shootout Championship game. The Mountaineers faced Vanderbilt at 4 p.m. EST for the Shootout title at Morales Coliseum. Vanderbilt (8-3) defeated Tennessee Tech, 7562, in the other semifinal con­ test. Cranford followed up Tues­ day's career high versus Vir­ ginia with 18 points against the Golden Knights. All 18 of his points came via threepointers on 6-of-12 shooting from beyond the arc to up ASU's record to 9-3. UCF falls to 7-2 overall and was led by Jermaine Taylor's 16 points. The Mountaineers con­ tinued their hot shooting, converting on 51 percent of See San Juan Shootout, page 7 Lady Mountaineers split games to advance to 8-5 a layup by Thomas extended the lead to six. The Mountaineers hit sev­ en free throws in the final two minutes of play, to go on to an 11-point, 79-68 victory. Appalachian jumps back into Southern Conference ac­ tion as it travels to Charles­ ton, S.C. to take on the Col­ lege of Charleston, Friday, December 29 at 1 p.m. Mountaineers Lose to Rad­ ford Highlanders Photo courtesy of Goasu.com Whitney Tossie scored 30 points to lead the Mountaineers to an 11-point victory over VCU. by Appalachian Sports Information Dec. 21, 2006 - BOONE, N.C. - Junior Whitney Tossie (Oviedo, Fla.) scored career and game-highs with 30 points to lead Appalachian State University women's basketball past visiting VCU, 79-68, Thursday night at the Holmes Center. The Mountaineers con­ clude their non-conference season at 7-5 overall, while VCU drops to 6-4 with the loss. The Mountaineers shot 74.1 percent from the free throw line and 33.3 percent from the field. ASU forced 28 turnovers from VCU, a season-high for the visitors, and converted them into 26 points. Tossie added six steals and eight rebounds and shot 11of-13 from the charity stripe. Freshman GiGi Thomas (Tallahassee, Fla.) added 22 points for ASU and senior Jaime Bennett (Woodstock, Ga.) pulled down a teamhigh 12 boards and added six points. Two Rams recorded doubledoubles as Krystal Vaughn had a team-high 17 points and added 11 rebounds, while Quanitra Hollingsworth put up 11 points and grabbed 15 boards. LaTavia Rorie joined her teammates in double-dig­ its with 10 points. The visitors got on the board first and took a quick 5- 0 lead led by an old-fashioned three-point play by D'Andra Moss. The Mountaineers didn't grab their first lead of the game until the 4:55 mark in the first half as Bennett hit a jumper for a 29-28 lead. ASU outscored VCU, 14-5 in the final four minutes to take a 10-point, 43-33 lead into halflime. ASU reached its largest lead of the game at 12 points with a 47-35 advantage with 17:56 to play in the game. The Rams slowly came back, pull­ ing within two points at 6260 with 5:22 to go. After twostraight Appalachian buckets, VCU pulled back within four points at 66-62 with just over four minutes to play, before December 18, 2006 - RAD­ FORD, Va. - Junior Whitney Tossie (Oviedo, Fla.) came one steal shy of a triple-double as the Appalachian State Uni­ versity women's basketball team fell to Radford Univer­ sity, 68-56, Monday evening at the Dedmon Center. Appalachian falls to 6-5 with the loss, while Radford improves to 4-4 overall. Re­ bounding proved to be the key of the game as the High­ landers out-rebounded the Mountaineers, 47-34, with 22 of their rebounds coming on the offensive end. Turnovers were also costly for ASU, as RU converted 28 points off of Appalachian's 26 turnovers. A total of 44 fouls were whistled in the game, 21 on the visitors and 23 on the home team. Tossie led the Mountain­ eers throughout as the only player on the team to score in double-digits with a gamehigh 19 points. She added team highs with 10 points and nine of the team's 14 steals. Tossie is coming off an 11-steal performance against Elon on Saturday. Brittany Mixon (Altamonte Springs, Fla.), playing in just her third game of the season, added eight points and five rebounds. Three Highlanders put up double-digit points, led by Sarah Stephens with 17 points. Corrie Fertitta com­ piled a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds, while Johnette Walker added 12 points. Stephens and Fertitta led the team with five steals apiece. The Highlanders opened the second half by outscoring the Mountaineers, 15-4 in the first six minutes to extend its lead to 21 at 54-33. After an ASU timeout, the visitors put five more points on the board before a technical foul was called on the ASU bench. Trailing 61-40 with 6:55 to go in the game, Appalachian used a 14-5 run to pull within 12 points at 66-54 with 1:51 to play. Radford added an­ other basket at the 1:18 mark and ASU scored its final hoop with 15 seconds to go as the Highlanders went on to a 6556 win. Trailing 10-3 in the first half, ASU scored four-straight points to pull within three at 10-7. Radford countered with a 10-0 run of their own to extend its lead to 13, 20-7, after the second media time­ out. GiGi Thomas ended the streak with a jumper in the paint at the 9:54 mark. Appalachian used buckets by three separate players, in­ cluding Whitney Randolph's second career three-pointer to pull within six points at 22-16. ASU continued to claw back, cutting the lead to four at 27-23 with five minutes to play in the half. The Moun­ taineers couldn't take advan­ tage of a Radford intentional foul, and RU scored another bucket to extend the lead to six with 3:48 to play. Grimes hit four-straight free throws as ASU pulled within two points at 29-27 with 3:23 left in the half. Rad­ ford ended the half with a 102 run to go into halflime with a 39-29 lead. The Mountaineers return home for one more game be­ fore the holiday as they host VCU, Thursday, December 21 at 5 p.m. at the Holmes Center. After that, the^ Apps travel to Charleston, S.C. to resume Southern Conference play against the College of Charleston, December 29. Photo courtesy of Goasu.com Whitney Tossie scored led the Mountaineers with 19 points and 10 rebounds in Appalachian's 68-56 loss to Radford. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 PAGE 7 SPORTS College basketball conference standings ACC Standings Virginia Tech Boston College Virginia Conference W L 1 0 1 0 Southeastern Conference East Conference Season W L 9 3 7 7 3 1 0 Miami (FL) 1 7 3 6 Clemson Duke 0 0 0 12 0 0 0 0 0 11 10 1 North Carolina Florida State 0 0 11 1 11 2 Georgia Tech 0 0 1 8 N. C. Stale 0 1 7 3 4 Wake Forest 0 1 7 4 Florida Tennessee Georgia South Carolina Kentucky Vanderbilt 2 Maryland Conference W L 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Conference USA Conference W L Memphis 1 0 Southern Methodist 0 0 Tulsa 0 0 Season W L 9 9 3 1 9 2 Southern Miss UCF 0 0 8 2 0 0 8 2 UAB 0 0 8 5 Tulane 0 6 4 Houston Rice 0 0 0 5 4 0 0 5 4 UTEP 0 0 7 6 East Carolina Marshall 0 0 4 6 0 1 3 8 Season W L 11 2 10 2 8 2 7 2 9 3 8 4 West Conference Alabama Mississippi Mississippi State Arkansas LSU Auburn Conference W L 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 SOCON Davidson Appalachian State Charleston UNC Greensboro Western Carolina Elon Georgia Southern Furman Chattanooga Citadel Wofford Conference W L 3 0 3 0 2 1 2 1 2 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 2 2 3 Season W L 11 1 11 2 9 2 9 3 8 3 9 4 Season W L 11 10 7 5 5 2 6 5 6 2 4 3 3 6 6 6 7 5 6 6 10 8 San Juan Shootout was with UCF scoring 10 un­ answered points in the final minute after ASU's starters had been removed from the game. The atmosphere in the Mo­ rales Coliseum was. decidedly in Appalachian's favor as a large contingent of Eduardo Bermudez (Bayamon, Puerto Rico) and Ryann Abraham's (Mayaguez, Puerto Rico) friends and family were on hand to cheer on the Moun­ taineers. Appalachian's meeting with Vanderbilt was the third game between the schools in the series. Vanderbilt has won both previous meetings. Photo courtesy of Goasu.com Jeremy Clayton recorded his fifth double-double of the season versus UCF last Wednesday evening (Photo: Bill Sheffield). OTHERS RECEIVING VOTES Gonzaga 129, Texas 57, Michigan State 47, Florida State 45, Maryland 35, Syracuse 24, Kentucky 16, Missouri State 14, Washington State 14, Southern Illinois 9, Georgia Tech 9, Georgetown 8, Virginia 7, Ohio Valley Conference Conference W L Stanford 3 0 Tennessee State 2 0 Eastern Kentucky 1 3 Morehead State 3 1 Austin Peay 2 1 Murray State 3 2 Tennessee Tech 1 2 Jacksonville State 1 3 Tennessee-Martin 1 3 Eastern Illinois 1 4 Southeast Missouri State 1 4 Mountaineers top Vandy in OT and win the San Juan Shootout Tide December 21, 2006 GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico — Behind a breakout perfor­ mance from Donte Minter (Salisbury, N.C.), Appalachian State University men's bas­ ketball claimed the 2006 San Juan Shootout championship with an 87-79 overtime vic­ tory against Vanderbilt on Thursday at Mario Morales Coliseum. Playing in just his fifth game in the Black and Gold since transferring from Vir­ ginia, Minter poured in a game-high 27 points on 11-of- 1. UCLA (71)11-0 1,799 2. North Carolina (1) 10-1 1,720 3. Florida 11-2 1,615 4. Wisconsin 12-1 1,577 5. Duke 11-1 1,457 6. Ohio State 10-2 1,351 7. Arizona 9-1 1,347 8. Alabama 11-1 1,308 9. Kansas 10-2 1,246 10. Pittsburgh 11-2 1,065 11. Texas A&M 10-2 1,001 12. Connecticut 10-0 982 13. Oklahoma State 12-1 853 14. Washington 10-1 845 15. Butler 12-1 734 16. Wichita State 9-2 603 17. LSU 7-3 596 18. Marquette 12-2 571 19. Notre Dame 10-1 517 20. Oregon 11-0 501 21. Tennessee 10-2 366 22. Memphis 9-3 300 23. Air Force 11-1 253 24. Nevada 10-1 203 25. Clemson 12-0 152 Purdue 6, Texas Tech 5, Drexel 5, Illinois 3, Dayton 2, New Mexico 2, Boston College 1. continued from page 6 their shots from the field and 48 percent from three-point range. The Golden Knights managed to shoot 46 percent from the field and converted on 39 percent of their threepoint attempts. Jeremy Clayton (Greens­ boro, N.C.) and Donte Minter (Salisbury, N.C.) anchored ASU's post presence as Clay­ ton recorded his fifth doubledouble of the season with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Minter scored 13 points and frustrated the Knights with his size and aggressiveness inside. Minter shot half of ASU's free throws in a clean contest that only saw a com­ bined 24 fouls whistled. The first five minutes were played relatively closely be­ fore ASU's shooting warmed up and the team closed the final nine minutes of the first half on a 17-7 run to take a 37-30 lead into the locker room. The Knights closed the gap at the start of the second half, going on a 8-1 run to tie the game at "40-4ft .jgfjth 16 min­ utes left. iIo|R;ver, the Moun­ taineers' defcnse responded by holding the Knights with­ out a point for the next 6:17, keying a 14-0 run that gave ASU a 14-point, 52-38, lead with 10 minutes left in the half. ASU would hang onto the lead as the final score was closer than the game actually AP Top 25 Season W L 6 4 5 5 8 3 7 4 4 6 8 5 5 6 3 8 3 10 5 8 3 10 For All Your Golf, Work 6 Utility Needs Photo courtesy of Goasu.com Nate Cranford's career-high 24 points propelled ASU past Virginia last Tuesday in Puerto Rico (ASU athletics photo/ Leila Jackson). 15 shooting from the field to lead Appalachian to its first regular-season tournament title since winning the 1988 Toledo MVP Holiday Classic. D.J. Thompson and Jer­ emy Clayton chipped in with 15 and 11 points, respective­ ly, as the Mountaineers shot .508 from the field (33-of-65) and .824 from the free-throw line (14-of-17). Clayton also added a team-high 11 assists for his sixth double-double of the season while Thompson finished one assist shy of the rare, points-assits doubledouble. With three-straight victo­ ries in the "51st State," Ap­ palachian (10-3) extended its winning streak to five games, its longest "since reeling off seven-consecutive wins in 2005. Cranford was named to the tournament team while Thompson and Minter shared co-jtlVP honors. Derrickfjyirs led five scor­ ers in double-figures for Van­ derbilt (8-4| with 18 points. The victory was Appalachian's first in 18 ^1-time meetings versus current nfembers of the Southeastern Conference. All 10 of the Mountaineers that stepped on the Jfloor recorded points and niflje grabbed at least one rebound with ASU dominatin&Yaliderbilt on the boards, 41-28.fj Appalachian found itself down, 40-38, ht halftime but quickly tied tne contest in the opening minutes of the half before taking a three-point. am 54-51, leadfon a Cranford idfo three-pointer followed by two of Minter's five free throws with nine minutes left in the contest. From there, the lead would change hands three times until Cranford put ASU up three, 71-68, on a threepointer with 1:38 on the clock. However, Vanderbilt's Alex Gordon answered 30 seconds later with a three-pointer of your own. ASU missed both its shots from the field in the final minute while the Com­ modores missed their own to force the extra period. Minter owned the overtime period, scoring five of ASU's first six points, including a three-point play to give the Apps a 77-73 lead with three minutes left in the period. The Commodores pulled within two, but then a Thompson jumper, followed by a Clayton layup following a Vanderbilt turnover to put the Moun­ taineers up six, 81-75, with just over a minute to play. The Commodores's Dan Cage hit a jumper with just under a minute to play to cut the lead to four, but were forced to foul to stop the clock in the final minutes. ASU's strong free-throw shooting in the final minutes came through again as the Apps sank all six of their attempts in the final minutes to earn the win. The Mountaineers are tak­ ing nearly a week off from competition to celebrate the holiday and will return to ac­ tion on December 30 at VCU. Tipoff in Richmond, Va. is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. 310 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 hrgcuvKfrcarthlink.ncl Monday - Friday HAH) am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment Belinda Marind is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football Contest. Congratulations! She guessed more winning teams than any other contestant. Please play the Jefferson 7 P°st Football Contest again next week! n] dlut/l fj&feuins Ari u/ / tJ tn ct e (/w ZO, ( 2 9 / G0eee/n/)er 2/, 2006 To the most wonderful mother, grandmother and great grandmother. You were a gift from God. He blessed us with your presence, your inspiration and all of your love. We will forever love you and miss you. Until we see you again.... Dance with the angels! In our hearts forever, Angie, Paul, Amy, Megan, Molly and Jordan ^ •—•—1 �PAGE 8 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 /* +t * JEFFERSON POST M j&r"' It's time to celebrate the ^ ^ coming of the year 2007! Can you believe that yet another year has passed? New Year's Day is celebrated on January 1st in most countries around the world. It is a time when people welcome in the New Year with friends and family by following traditions and making resolutions to improve their health and ways of life. •) + The New Year's Day~celebrations are not just a modern tradition, but date back to the Babylonian time of 2000 B.C. In Ancient Babylon, the beginning of the New Year fell in springtime with the Vernal Equinox. The Vernal Equinox is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and marks the first day of summer. The New Year's resolutions like we are familiar with today date all the way to the celebrations of those in the Ancient Babylonian society. A common ancient resolution would be to return an item borrowed from one's neighbor, such as farming equipment or tools. The Ancient Roman's also celebrated the New Year's Day much in the same style as the Babylonians and of modern day people as well. The Roman's were the first people to declare that the New Year would begin on January first, and it has been that way for most of the world ever since. In modem society, New Year's Day is celebrated with many famous events. The first Tournament of Roses Parade occurred in California in 1886. This tournament celebrated the orange crops. The Rose Bowl was added to this tradition in 1902, and is still a popular New Year's celebration today. The famous Waterford Crystal Ball Drop in New York's Time Square is.internationally televised each year. Similar celebrations occur in cities around the United States, such as in Atlanta, Georgia. The Peach Drop occurs on New Year's Eve in Atlanta, in order to usher in the New Year. New Year's Day traditions also include traditions that are centered on different foods. Many Americans believe that it brings good luck to eat black-eyed peas on New Year's Day. Some take the tradition even farther, saying that if you do not eat black-eyed peas you may be bringing yourself bad luck. Other cultures believe that rice or cabbage brings the same good fortune for another year. In the Netherlands, donuts are eaten on New Year's Day for luck. The circular shape of the donqt is said to symbolize the completion of the year and to hope for a full completion of the year to come. However you and your family celebrate New Year's Day, always remember to be thankful for the coming year and have safe and happy celebrations!! The 200? 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Inc • Aulo Sales • Mobile Homes » It-Haul Rentals PARKER TIE COMPANY I *2"-,Chevrolet MIM i 336-846-4636 • www.vvjchevy.net | 336-246-3367 PRO �JEFFERSON POST Your Money Matters: Interest Rate Opportunities for Homeowners One of the primary questions most homeowners face is whether a long-term, fixedrate or an adjustable-rate mortgage is the best choice for refinancing their home loan. While there is no way to predict exactly when and how much interest rates will increase or decrease over time, a fixed-rate loan is a generally a smart option for many qualified homebuyers. If you anticipate living in your new home for some time, and desire the certainty of a monthly mortgage payment that does not fluctuate or adjust (except if property taxes, which can fluctuate from year to year, are escrowed as part of the monthly payment), start by looking at a fixed-rate loan when you go mortgage shopping. Consider the Hernandez family. Three years ago, they purchased a three-bedroom home. Like most families, the Hernandez's dreamed of being homeowners and with interest rates at an all-time low, they took advantage of a low money down program and secured an adjustable rate mortgage with a five-year introductory interest rate of 4.875 percent. Knowing that at the end of their five-year term their assured that they have locked in at a historically low rate and will have predictable monthly payments for the life of their mortgage. "Making a change in your mortgage could mean saving thousands of dollars and keeping your monthly m o r t g a g e p a y m e n t low," says E n n i o G a r c i a - Miera, a vice p r e s i d e n t GMAC at Mortgage. " Y o u r decision to refinance s interest rate could increase to over 7 percent, the Hernandez's recently opted to refinance their mortgage and locked into a 30-year fixed rate of 6.75 percent. Though they pay a slightly higher interest rate for the remainder of their five-year term, they can rest h o u l d include how long you plan to stay in your house, the rate on your current mortgage, when that rate will begin to adjust, how high the rate can go and whether your loan carries a prepayment penalty (frfr paying it off early). Before changing any terms on your mortgage, be sure to consult with your financial advisor because although the amount you pay on a monthly basis may decrease, you may increase the overall number of monthly payments you have to make over the term of the loan." GMAC Mortgage offers an ARM versus fixed-rate mortgage calculator on its Web site at www.gmacmortgage. com to help homeowners compare monthly payments, loan amounts and more. In addition, Latino homeowners can be referred to a bilingual GMAC Mortgage loan officer in their community by calling (888) 330-4622, or they can speak directly to a bilingual loan officer by telephone from the convenience of their home. Many homebuyers, such as the Hernandez's, took advantage of securing a home with a low adjustable interest rate. Now that homebuyers are facing higher interest rates in the near future, they are deciding whether to refinance. Review your options and find out if a fixed-rate is right for you. Courtesy of ARA Content When Tile Becomes Art Once relegated to floors and countertops, ceramic tile has evolved into a fresh and exciting way to decorate a home and give it a touqh of true panache. In fact, the artistic DNA of tile, which traces its roots back to ancient eras, is emerging anew to rival the practicality and functionality of the material as interior designers and homeowners discover untold uses for it in their decorating projects. " H o m e o w n e r s increasingly are finding creative ways to use tile in their homes," says Tamara Christian, CEO of National Trade Productions (NTP), the company that manages Coverings, the premier international trade show and conference dedicated exclusively to showcasing the newest in ceramic tile and natural stone. According to Christian and the trends she's observed at Coverings over the past few years, the style and innovations that manufacturers from Italy, Spain and here in the U.S., among others, are bringing to tile is tantamount to an artistic renaissance. I he extraordinary new concepts being introduced in tile are breathtaking," she said. "The material is inspiring architects, designers, builders and beautifully display a tile photo tiles for a fresh, homeowners to fashion motif. enduring take on a spaces and decor that are * Bathroom - A water- beloved keepsake. works of art. The tiles, themed mural - such as * Fireplace - Ceramic themselves, are works of a colorful seascape or tile is a perfect - and art." serene beach scene - is perfectly practical With the scorecards just one option that can - option for fireplace for tile reading win- transform the bath and surrounds, given its durability and flame resistance. Even without *1 ' tile a crackling fire, creates visual interest around the hearth. * Ceiling - Throughout history, tile has crowned the magnificent domes U'-vlLJft -? ''4 of basilicas and mosques around the world. Why not replicate the same idea in the home? Use tile to turn a ceiling into a canvas - or replace crown molding with a tile border for a finished look that's truly special. * Outside - Whether it's hand-painted, glazed, Grapcvine-themcd tiles from Meredith Art Tile of Canton, OH, metallic, carved or bring added character and depth to the fireplace. inlaid, tile can artfully frame doors, windows or win for both beauty spruce up a staid daily even delineate walkways, or connect the pool with and performance, the routine. possibilities for using it * Artwork - Recreate the deck in unusual and in any room of the home a favorite painting as a exciting ways. Courtesy of ARA and in unconventional tile mural, or convert a ways now are limitless. family photograph into Content Every surface is a potential canvas for Buy Your Home Today with 100% creativity. Here are just a Financing & Absolutely No PMI few ideas. * Kitchen - Thanks to tile's durability and 126 Roby Poe Road easy clean-up, it's ideally * 1 I PAGE 9 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 mm •i •m Mortgage Glossary To help familiarize yourself with the refinance process, consider the following vocabulary terms and then speak with your home mortgage advisor your choices. * Annual (APR) to research Percentage Rate The APR is an expression, in percentage terms, of a loan's interest rate plus the added cost of obtaining the loan, such as points, origination fees and mortgage insurance premiums (if applicable). If there were no costs involved in obtaining a loan other than the interest rate the APR would equal the interest rate. * Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) A mortgage that permits the lender to adjust its interest rate periodically based on changes in a specified index. It's common to receive a low introductory mortgage rate for the first few years of an adjustable rate loan. * Fixed-Rate Mortgage A mortgage with an interest rate that remains the same for the life of the loan. The loan amortizes principal and interest over a set period and offers steady monthly payments of principal and interest over the life of the loan. Common loan terms are 15 and 30 years. Some lenders are now offering 40-year fixed rates. Main Street 5 Discount s •Toile Curtains •Jabot Sets •Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match •Tablecloths •Large Variety of Curtains •Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads •Comforters A 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM "Put Your Trust In Number One" Qntuifc 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Business 336-246-2664 INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED I Meal Estate for Your World ™ and © Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity • t J153440. ONLY MINUTES FROM VIRGINIA CREEPER TRAIL-This immaculate 3BR/2BA home offers custom oak cabinetry throughout. There is a large, open, tree-lined backyard featuring apple trees & newly stained deck. Home is in move-in condition & being sold mostly furnished. $154400. » «ar 1 Wkmi i - J153132. COTTAGE IN CREKKSIDE MEADOWS - Enjoy this peaceful 2BR/2BA cottage located on a corner lot with a nice setting in a GREAT LOCATION. Convenient to West Jefferson and Boone. Home offers vaulted ceilings in the great room with a gas fireplace for those cozy winter nights. PRICED TO SELL! $225,000. Mt. Jefferson Mortgage suited to a variety of kitchen applications: backsplashes for stove and sink, edging under cabinets, walls under breakfast bars, or whole countertops. Even cabinet doors can ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE ON FRIDAYS! 2 Columns x 3 Inches ONLY $20.69 Call or come by and see "Veraldine about this GREAT DEAL! 336.846.7164 Minimum One Month Commitment jr real estate or related businesses Real Estate pages ONLY * 'Per Run • ll (336) 982-6020 Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a home loan? Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homcbuycr with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. There arc no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. 100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. 1 Ml. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households." • Closing costs are the same as a loan without a government guarantee. > Reliable income and good credit arc required. If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. J153023. HUCKLEBERRY RIDGE ROAD Great 3BR/2BA.doublewidc mobile home w/living room and separate den. Potential for great views. Plenty of room for families. Outbuildings for extra storage. $95,000. J153323. JEFFERSON - Conveniently located 3BR home in the Mountain View School District. Features full drive-in basement, covered front/rear porches & sun deck. $155,000. J153234. REMODELED FARMHOUSE IN LANSING Ultimate country setting! Remodeled old farmhouse overlooking well groomed pasture. This 3BR/IBA home is in a secluded area at (he end of road in nice neighborhood. Approximately 6 miles from downtown Jefferson. $179400. J153189. DOUBLEWIDE IN WINDY HILL ESTATES - No detail left out when thi| new 4BR/2BA doublewidc mobile home was made. Set-up to be complete by end of November. Located in Southern Ashe and Westwood School district. This has end of the road seclusion in quiet subdivision. Perfect home for the growing family! $159,000. Land Listings: J152521. 15-36 ACRES RICH HILL • Gorgeous long-range mountain views and part of (he New River arc what you sec from the top of this tract of land. Nice home^ site cleared at top. An abundance of hardwoods & wildlife abound along with an array' of beautiful rock outcroppings. $99,840. J152624. WALLACE SUBDIVISION - Secluded lots nestled in the heart of Jefferson. Just minutes from town amenities. Could make the perfect home site in nice community. Small branch running adjacent to the property line to add to the atmosphere. $22,000. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE USTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 heritagcrealty.com �PAGE 10 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS AARP meets at Ashe Service for Aging on January 3 Sunday, December 31 10 a.m.: "Youth Sunday" at Calvary Free Will Baptist Church. Sunday school at 10 a.m., and morning worship ser­ vice at 11 a.m. You are invited to attend this special day. The guest evangelist is Rev. John Wishon, General Manager, Program Director, and morn­ ing co-host for 3WC Radio of Wilkesboro. Sunday school will be under the direction of your young adults and special music will be performed by the youth and children of the church. The church is located on 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., directly across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions call the church at: (336)9824840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. 10:30 a.m.: Buffalo Baptist Church is having a singing 6 worship service with The Servant's Quartet. Pastor Dean Watson invites you to come for a time of celebration as we look forward to a New Year. 10:30 a.m.: Mt. Paddy Church will host the Pine Ridge Boys. They have been singing Southern Gospel Music for the past 42 years. 7 p.m.: Rock Creek Baptist Church, A Watch Night Service, weather permit­ ting. Everyone is welcome to attend. 8 p.m.: Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs announces New Year's Eve service. Pastor Brandon Anderson and congregation invite your attendance. 9 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a New Years Celebration with 2 preaching services and end with praying in the New Year. Pastor, Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion welcome you. Wednesday, January 3 12 p.m.: AARP meeting at Ashe Services for Aging. The instilation of new officers will take place, and there will be speakers from CMA.Bring food and drink for a pot-luck lunch! Thursday, January 4 8 a.m.: Interagency Meeting. Come and share information with others about new and ongoing community projects, at Jefferson Station Coffee Shop. Saturday, January 6 I p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 fee) high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic moun­ tain? What is Amphibolite any­ way? Meet a ranger for a 1.3mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. Sunday, January 7 II a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My PeopleThink: Common Objections to Christianity": "Is Christianity a Manmade Religion?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship ser­ vices are at 11am on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson History; Meet at Park Office. Today Mt. Jefferson is a State Park and a National Natural Area. Why did this mountain become a park and who owns it today? Meet at the park office and explore some of the stories and photos from the past. This program will include a drive to the park's overlooks and an optional 3 tenths of a mile hike to the summit tower at 4683 above sea level. Bring a coat and boots if you plan to hike. Monday, January 8 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. Daniel Piatt and Reid Smithdeal, counselors with New River Behavioral HealthCare will present a program on Recovery Initiatives dealing with Medication Management and Psychosocial Family Education. The public is invited to attend. level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic mountain? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a 1.3mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. Tuesday, January 9 January 23 6:30 p.m.: Watauga Paddlers Roll Sessions sponsored by: Chetola Resort in Blowing Rock. Sessions will start Tuesday, January 9 and con­ tinue each Tuesday until April 24th, from 6:30 p.m. til 9 p.m. The format is open - in other words you can arrive and leave any time during the session. There is no formal program or instruction, but boaters usually help each other out. Charge: A $1 per session donation will help defray the costs of keep­ ing up the website and pur­ chasing honorariums for the staff at the pool. A $5 donation will cover an individual as a "season pass" for all of the ses­ sions. There will be a donation jar at each session. Donations are voluntary and on the honor system. Thursday, January 11 7:30 a.m.: Screening at Cholesterol Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744 Sunday, January 14 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "How Can We Reconcile Faith and Hypocrisy?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We cur­ rently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship services are at 11am 1am on Sundays. Dress is casu­ casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org Monday, January 15 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family Tuesdav *' 5:30 p.m.: "Are You Tough Enough-100 Man Campaign" - Meeting will focus on depression in men. At Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson. 846-0781 ^nnHav January 28 Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Onnninfl Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held » ® EVGfltS The County Roads Mobile Pharmacy is still serving Ashe County! All prescriptions are now being filled in Boone, at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition (located at the old health department building off Bamboo Road). Medication pick up days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Clients can call in their prescription refills at 828-262162, or doctors can fax new prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! 11 a.m.: FaithBridge sponsors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Is Christianity Right' and All Other Religions 'Wrong'?" Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship services are at 11am on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others, This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is WnHnncHau vvcuiie&udy, Kim Poe- Ca" the church office 877.1550 Monday-Friday 8 January 31 11 a.m.: ACT Against Cancer Annual Planning Meeting at Ashe Family Central in the large Conference Room. Call 846-0781 2 p.m.: New River State Park 221 Access. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music with local musicians as they play traditional, Old Time and Bluegrass. All musicians are welcome, so bring your instrument and join in, or bring a chair and enjoy the entertainment. Participants will meet at the Community Building from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All programs are free and open to the public. Session Vpfthe Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes continues through January 16th at Ashe Memorial Hospital. 2007 series begins a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments, Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care Will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Recreation is Parks and considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated Wilf'Bfe 'u§6d for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit County continued on page 11 Specialty Car Company 119 Old Brickyard Road North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 Central Conference Room. Call 846-0781 for more infor­ mation. Friday, January 19 336-667-6111 www.specialtycarcompany.com 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. February 6th. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. 2000 Chevy. S-10 Ext. Cab 4x4 2006 Chevy. Suburban 60 months @ 7.94% 75 months @ 7.14% 2004 Dodge 2500 2007 Dodge Dakota Crew 4x4 Crew 4x4 Cummings Diesel Saturday, January 20 7 a.m.: Special Siblings Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Designed to help prepare young children for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734. 1 p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike: Meet at Mount Jefferson picnic shelter. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecological interconnec­ tions and energy exchangers that make life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a vari­ ety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Wear stur­ dy shoes. Sunday, January 21 $10,525 $214 month $28,200 $469 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea $26,900 Month W2741 W2672 2003 Ford E-350 15 Pass. Van 2003 Ford F350 72 months @ 7.74% $16,500 $289 month W2616 Ext. Cab Powerstroke Diesel 72 months @ 7.74% $29,500 $516 Month $453 Month 75 months @ 7.14% $25,200 $419 Month W2730C , W2714 2006 GMC Sierra 2005 GMC Yukon H 2500 HO 4X4 Duramax Diesel. Crew 75 months @ 7.14% $36,900 $614 Month Denali DVD, Navigation 75 months @ 7.24% $33,500 $559 Month 75 months @ 7.14% $386 Month W2706A W2718A 2006 Toyota Tacoma Ext. Cab $23,200 W2662A 2004 Toyota 4x4 Tacoma SR5 V6, Crew Cab 75 months @ 7.14% 75 months @ 7.54% W25B6B 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Why Would a Loving God Allow Suffering?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We cur­ rently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship services are at 11am on Sundays. Dress is casu­ al and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 75 months @ 7.54% 75 months @ 7.54% $19,300 $325 Month $22,500 W2270C3 $374 Month $21,700 W2674 $365 Month| W2654A All prices plus NC sales lax and tag NO DOC FEE Payments based on 730> Beacon Score with approved credit from our local bank lenders Marc Elliott Roy Phillips Ron Koons Doug Gardner Phil Stevens IF YOUR CAR DOS MOT SAY SPECIALTY CAR COMPANY YOU PRORAKLY PAIR TOO MUCH! �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 PAGE 11 COMMUNITY EVENTS Weight Watchers meetings Monday, Tuesday and Thursday continued from page 10 the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays g a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every first and third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, small fiy niture. and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640, next to The Gap Hair Salon, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. Angels in the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Come enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-1377. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina at 336-982-4416. Riverview Learning Center is offering computer classes and more. To register or for details, call 385-1338. Riverview Community Thrift Store will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday night Pickin' and Jammin' will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 10 p.m. Riverview Community Center is located in Creston. West Jefferson Community Partnership meets the fourth Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at West Jefferson Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in the revitalization of our community is invited. Greater Preservation Fleetwood Organization announces its regularly scheduled meetings, occurring on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center® Fleetwood Library, entrance on Railroad Grade Road just off Hwy 221. Area residents are invited to come be a part of the future of Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care about their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. Anyone interested please join them on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Call 336-386-6650 with questions. Ashe Party County Democratic meets every fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 846-9068. Prenatal Education Curriculum, Fridays at 6 p.m. for Latino families at Ashe Family Central. The program is offered in four sessions, through December. Transportation and childcare is available. For more information call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449. Survivors of Domestic Violence meet in a confidential setting on the 2nd Monday and 4th Tuesday night of each month from 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Group counseling is offered for women and their children at one of these groups each month. Childcare is provided. There is no charge to attend. Please call A.S.H.E. at 982- Five ways to safeguard pets this winter (MS) - Winter can be a challenging time for people, but pets are also at risk when the weather is frosty. Special safety precautions should be taken to safeguard them against common winter weather hazards. 1. Antifreeze - This sub­ stance is very toxic to ani­ mals, particularly the ethyl­ ene glycol variety. Because it has a sweet smell and taste, pets are naturally attracted to it. To prevent accidental ingestion, consider using the safe propylene glycol variet­ ies of antifreeze, which cost just a little more. 2. Inadequate shelter Many companion animals spend the majority of their time outdoors. For those ani­ mals that reside outside, it is essential to ensure they have adequate shelter against the elements. This includes a well-insulated floor of a safe material, such as straw, and a roof and walls to keep out the wind. Do not use electric heaters or pads to heat a dog house, etc. This can lead to fires. 3. Aches and pains - Just as cold weather can cause joint pain to flare up in peo­ ple, so, too, do older or frail pets suffer. Make sure the pet is well insulated from the cold and limit time outdoors when the weather is particu­ larly brutal. Massaging and petting the animal and ap- 8851 for more details. Ashe Party County Republican meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Ashe County Library downstairs conference room. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call (336) 982-9585. GED (General Educational Development) or High School Diploma program announces the Ashe Center of Wilkes Community College sponsors free-of-charge classes at three different locations with scheduled hours that accommodate everyone's schedule. For more information call 336-846-3900. AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Ashe County Unity Group meets at the Jefferson United Methodist Church at 115 E. Main St. The entrance is in the rear. The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on Monday and Thursday. For more information or to speak to an AA member, call 982-2641. For meeting information in surrounding counties, call (828) 262-1212. Veterans of Foreign Wars would like to invite any eligible veteran to come join their post. They meet every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. They are located on Ashe Park Road in the red, white, and blue building just below the park. For more information please call Mark Mallette at 982-9511 or Jim Bailey at 982-5814. Play Groups at Family Central are as follows: Adventurers of the Mind, Thursday mornings from 10 a.m. - noon. Three and four year olds participate with a parent or other care giver in age appropriate activities to build relationships and foster a love of learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. Young Explorers meets on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. - noon. This is for two and three year olds joining together with a parent or other care giver for fun and learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. MOMS Play Group meets kEGAL CINEMAS « KKiAl • illHUIIIUFliT GROU ^ 1" PWPKNV | | Fridays 10 - noon and is for children under seven and their moms or dads. This is an open play group. Moms have time to chat while they play with their youngsters. Me and My Dad meets every third Saturday from 10 - noon. Children under seven with their dads meet for an open play group. Dads can spend quality time with their kids while giving mom time for herself. All these play groups are free and open to the public. For more information, call Maribeth at 982-4311, ext. 229. Cancer Survivor's Group is open to any woman who has or has had cancer. Meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday evening of each month. There is lots of companionship and humor. Come make new friends, share information and renew your spirit. For further information contact Jean Colvard at 336-982-2445. If a daytime meeting is better for you, contact Mary Caryl Elmore at 336-246-7567. Free Internet and e-mail classes are offered every Tuesday and Thursday between 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Public Access Internet Site in the JobLink Career Center at Family Central (the old Ashe Central High School) in Jefferson. Ashe County Alzheimer's Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Ashe Services for Aging. Call 246-2461 for info or 877-9332 for details. Better Breaths Club meets the last Tuesday of each month from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the AMH Mt. Hearts Facility. This club is for people with respiratory problems who want to learn more about living with their disease. Contact Lincare at 246-4944. Ashe County Arts Council meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. Call 846-ARTS for more information. Parent Support Group at Family Central meets Tuesday evenings, 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. with snacks and quality childcare provided, free and open to the public. Come share concerns and ideas with other parents, and learn helpful strategies. For more information, please contact Maribeth Pierce at 9824311 ext. 229. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Mondays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at 7:30 p.m. For details, call 384-1940. A MESSAGE TO ALL MEMBERS OF SKYLINE MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced the new universal service contribution factor for the first quarter of 2007. The new factor is 9.7%, an increase from the previous factor of 9.1%. As a customer of Skyline Membership Corp., you will see an increase in the Federal Universal Service Charge (FUSC) amount on your telephone bill effective January 1,2007. The new FUSC amount is calculated by multiplying the FCC's universal service contribution factor times your interstate service charges. The federal universal service fund program is designed to help keep local telephone service rates affordable for all customers, in all areas of the United States. 12-06 WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND » Past I Discount TicK.". Hcstnchont Apply till I C.-AHUS NOW ON SAI I ' 628 262 3900 REGAL 7 210 New Market St Center 8OO-FAN0ANGO 254» WE ARE MARSHALL (PG) 0X3 (1015 115 415) 710 1010 NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM (PG) DKJ* (1030 130 430) 720 1000 ERAGON (PG) 0)0 (1040 140 440) 740 1015 PURSUIT Of HAPPYNESS (PG-13) DW (1020120 420)725 1020 CHARLOTTE'S WEB (G) no (1050 150 450) 730 950 THE HOLIDAY (PG-13) 010 (1000100 400)700 955 APOCALYPTO (R) • ID REQ'D OtO (1005105 405) 705 1005 Times For 12/29-12/31 02006 www RECmcmsiMm MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Do you want your GED? Busy Schedule? Can't attend class? Wilkes Community College Basic Skills is now offering GED Online in Ashe. If you have a home computer with Internet Access you can now study for GED online at home in your own time. All you need is a little time to get started. Contact Jason Pilkington at 336-838-6155 for more information. plying warm compresses can help soothe achy limbs. Never medicate an animal with pain relievers you may take your­ self. Just one TylenolTM can prove deadly to cats. 4. Snow-melting salt - The chemicals in snow-melt prod­ ucts can be caustic and irri­ tating to animal paws, which may be extra sensitive from walking on snowy ground. Consider pet-safe alterna­ tives or invest in bdoties that are placed on the pet's paws to shield against the elements. 5. Drafts - Tropical birds and other pets that are used to warm, moist weather should not be exposed to drafts. Keep them away from cold windows and doors. �PAGE 12 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING 5 Tuesday & Friday $ 14.55 - 20 words 17.05-25 words 23.73 - 30 words 27.50 - 35 words (extra runs, better rates.) CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible tor incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or tor typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified © > jeffer8onpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it Illegal to advertise any preferences Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, so*, handicap, tlnancial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians.' pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news- ' paper will not knowingly accept any advertising lot legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing Impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found: Male Sheltie. wearing collar (no tags) found in Bald Mtn Area. If this is your dog, please call 877-4220. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 70-Travel & Camping 1992 Prowler 25" with Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. Cal 336-977-0383 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6, Queen Bed, bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted High Energy, Fast Paced Office seeking Operations Assistant to CEO, Also seeking Web Page Manager, experience in html, blogging and general computer knowledge. Hanson Compensation Program. Please send resume to roxanneQmbsfinancial. com, or fax to 336-217-8155. ~Neecf a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! 140-Help Wanted Energetic Certified Nursing Assistant II needed to work with individuals with MR/DD and to assist in the nursing office. Qualified candidates must have a NA II certification, must be a certified Med Tech or willing to become certified.must have a valid driver's license and must love working with people. Primary job duties will include: clerical duties in the nursing office, medication administration in a 15 bed non-ambulatory home and enteral feedings. Interested persons should apply at RHA Health Services, 176 Wildcat Rd., Deep Gap, NC. Or call Scott Glaze at 828-262-5450 MENTAL HEALTH NURSE II (Position 140-Help Wanted J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 160-Business Opportunities Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call 877-876-7786 235-Christmas Trees Premium Fraser fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 250-Furniture 743-50-0676) Open Kincaid Dining Table until filled. Fulltime position with New River & 4 chairs, white wash­ Behavioral Healthcare ed oak. $1200 nego. Call 336-984-0404 in the Assertive Community Treatment 260-Garage/Yard Team (ACTT), work Sales base Wilkes County. Duties include providing medication KITS education, taking vitals, Are available at the drawing blood, working Jefferson Post for with the Psychiatrist purchase. Each kit and monitoring clients' includes: 6 Signs conditions. Position will 60 Price Stickers work on a team of clini­ 6 Directional Arrows cians serving 40-50 Marking Pen mentally ill adults with Inventory & Tip Sheet. high-needs. Position For only $5.95 each will provide some provision of services in YARD SALES the consumers' homes. Advertise your yard Minimum requirements: sale in this space. Graduation from a State accredited school 1 time- —$9.50 of nursing and two 2 times --$15.00 years experience in psychiatric nursing or a Copy along with Master's Degree in payment have to be psychiatric nursing. in our office by Must possess an these deadlines: equivalent of four years of MH/DD/SA Tues. paper No later experience. Must be then -Frl. 9 am licensed by the NC Fri. paper - No later Board of Nursing to then -Wed. 9 am practice as registered nurse in North Two inch space for Carolina. Typical work the above costs. hours: 8-5, Mon through Fri with some 290-Horses & flexibility required. Livestock Salary grade (71) PLACE YOUR Typical-hiring range: $42,084-$48,180. "LIVESTOCK FOR Submit state SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 application to: Wilkes PER AD. (UP TO 20 County Employment WORDS). CALL Security Commission. CLASSIFIED DEPT. 320 Wilkesboro Ave., AT 336-846-7164 Midtown Plaza, North FOR MORE Wilkesboro. NC 28659. INFORMATION Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. 300EOE/AAE. MENTAL HEALTH NURSE II (Position 743-50-0677) Open until filled. Fulltime position with New River Behavioral Healthcare in the Assertive Community Treatment Team(ACTT), work base Ashe County. Duties include providing medication education, taking vitals, drawina blood, working with trie Psychiatrist and monitoring clients' conditions. Position will work on a team of clinicians serving 35-40 mentally ill adults with high-needs. Position will provide some provision of services in the consumers' homes. Minimum requirements: Graduation from a State accredited school of nursing and two years experience in psychiatric nursing or a Master's Degree in psychiatric nursing. Must possess an equivalent of four years of MH/DD/SA experience, Must be ad licensed by <the NC Board of Nui I Nursing to practice as a registered nurse in North Carolina. Typical work hours: Mon-Fri 8-5 with some flexibility required. Salary grade (71) / Typical-hiring range: $42,084$48,180 Submit state application to: Ashe County Employment Security Commission. 626 Ashe Central School Rd., Unit 5, Jefferson, NC 28640. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. RHA Health Services 330-Pets 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent West Jefferson 3 BR. 2 Full Baths. Approx 1124 sq ft with all appli­ ances. 1.01 acres with Pond. Lots of privacy. Super clean, close to Reeces is an 8-mo old Town. $650/month plus Doberman / Shepherd deposit. No smoking in mix. He has lots of house / No pets. Call energy and would be 336-246-2871. best suited to an active family who will play and 440-Offices, walk him to expend his Bldgs., For energy. Reeces is fine Rent/Lease or with other dogs, in fact, he came in with Sale his buddy Gretta. For Rent: Storage 25' x Contact the Alleghany 25'. Old Hwy 16. Ashe Animal Shelter in Park Exit. $250 per mo. Sparta Call 336-982-3313 at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit Office space available alleghany.petfinder.com down town West Jefferson. $350350-Wanted to $700/month. Call Home Town Buy Or Swap Realty of Ashe. 336-846-8250 or GRUBB 336-977-8836. (Ashe) LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 370-Cars/Vans for Sale 1999 Toyota Camry Solara - 2-dr, white, V6, auto, leather, CD, sunroof, pdl, pw. p-seat, keyless entry. Very nice carl 99000 mi. $10,800. 336-984-0404. 1995 Mercury Villager Van, seats 7, remova­ ble middle captains chair seats, highway miles, loaded. $1500. Call 336-877-3899. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD. AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale works great and Shin­ gle/Lap Sider attach­ ment, never used, $10,000 for both. Call 336-877-3899 and leave msg. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale For Sale by Owner: Custom Built Log House with 35 acres. 1864 square foot, full basement, 3BR/3BA, ceramic, hardwood floors, rock fireplace, gas logs, heat pump. 2 car garage, paved drive, all amenities. 8 miles from North Wilkesboro. Hwy 115 South. $439,900. 336-984-2525 or 336-984-0349. No realtors please. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green,top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design • Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures. Business Cards. Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1145-Steel Buildings ALL STEEL BUILDINGS 30x40 to 150x300 Turnkey available. Call Eggers & Eggers Construction 336-982-9456 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF PATRICIA E.TAYLOR EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF LARRY REX TAYLOR The undersigned, having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Larry Rex Taylor, deceased, of Ashe 500-Mobile County, North Carolina, Homes for Sale this is to notify all persons having claims 1980 Oakwood against said estate to Mobile Home present them to the un­ 14x55 Good condition dersigned on or before Partiallyfurnished the 16th day of March, For more information 2007, or this notice will call 336-246-9258 be pleaded in bar of recovery. All 1994 Coro Mobile their Home, 3/2 with deck. persons indebted to the Monitor heater, at said estate will please immediate Hilltop Acres in West make Jefferson. $17,500. payment to the under­ Call 336-246-9295 for signed. appointment. This the 12th day of APPROVAL December, 2006. PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way Patricia E. Taylor We Could Help PO Box 1203 Through Our NEW West Jefferson, NC SILVER KEY 28694 PROGRAM. Call for appointment at John T. Kilby 336-677-2335 and Ask KILBY & HURLEY for Dewey before this Attorney at Law PO Box 24 program runs out West Jefferson, NC ARE YOU LOOKING 28694 FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Miscellaneous 1993 Woodmizer saw mill LT40 HD G24 1115Professionals Publication dates: 12/15; 12/22; 12/29; 01/05 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers IN RE: ESTATE OF BERNARD CYRIL MILLER Late of Ashe County, North Carolina This is to NOTIFY SINGLEWIDE SALEII PERSONS Arriving Daily New ALL 2007 models 2,3, and 4 having claims against Bedrooms 2 Bath said Estate to present to GRADY Homes with Shingle them Dump Trailer 6'x12' 410-Motorcycles / Roof and Vinyl Siding. LONON, Attorney at with ramp to load 4-Wheelers We will MEET or BEAT Law, 218 East Main equipment, hardly Street. P.O. Box 422, anyone's prices. used.$1500. Blue Dento Scooter Jefferson, NC 28640, Call 336-973-2336 Call 336-877-3899 2002, excellent within 90 days of the and leave msg. condition. $800. publication of this NO­ 505-Modular Call 828-964-8898 TICE, or this NOTICE BUYING OR For Sale: 2005 Power Homes for Sale will be pleaded in bar SELLING? Max RC Motor Sports LOOK!! 2 New Modular to their recovery. All BANK ON THE Scooter. $600 OBO. just arrived -ULTIMATE persons indebted to the JEFFERSON POST Call 828-964-8898 HOME LIVING. MUST Estate will please make CLASSIFIEDS. or 336-877-3155 immediate payment to SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at the undersigned for the For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. 420-Recreational Estate. 336-973-2335 Shotgun Reloading Vehicles Press. 20 GA. $75 MODULARS! This is the 29th day of Call 336-877-0159 1967 Vintage MODULARS! December, 2006 Airstream Trailer. Arriving Daily. Come Sony Playstation 3 26 ft. new hot water By and Look or call for Grady Lonon 60 GB - never been heater and airAppointment opened - $1000 OBO conditioner, $1800. 336-973-2335 336-877-9625 or NOTICE TO Call 336-877-3899 Ask for Joe. 336-977-1717. CREDITORS and leave msg. The Jefferson Post 430-Rooms, 530-Lots & Having qualified as has FREE Apts., Houses Acreage Administrator of the wooden pallets. For Rent Just come by 100 acres, Deep Gap Estate of Georgia Ann and pick them up. area, off Pine Swamp Bledsoe, late of Ashe Applications are now Rd., 15 miles from County. North Carolina, being accepted for WANTED: Boone, views of Park­ this is to notify all Housing for Responsible party way, Cascade. 360 persons having claims Senior Citizens to take on small View, Ridge Top. against said estate to at Spruce Hills monthly payments $11,000 per acre. Call present them to the Apartments in on High Definition 828-628-9410. undersigned at 302 West Jefferson, NC Big Screen TV. Wishing Well Ct.. "One bedroom, 1-800-398-3970 Do you have a lot Thomasville, NC 27360 unfurnished energy or acreage for sale? efficient apartments on or before the 15th 310-Musical List it in the Jefferson 'Handicapped day of March, 2007 or accessible •3 -J M J[ikfl U M J[sMB this Notice will be Post Classifieds 'Rent based on pleaded in bar to their We lease Pianos. Call 336-846-7164 applicants income New & Used Grands. recovery. All persons Section 8 assistance We buy. sell, tune, indebted to the estate available move, refinish & will please make im­ rebuild pianos. mediate payment to the Acme - Piano Man undersigned. Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-8770159 has an immediate opening tor a Qualified 800-745-3950 Mental Retardation Professional. 330-Pets Responsible for super­ PLACE YOUR vising, coordinating DOGS AND CATS and monitoring an FOR SALE AD HERE array of services and FOR ONLY supports. Requires $3.50 PER AD. Bachelor's degree in (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL Social Work, Social . CLASSIFIED DEPT. Services or Special AT 336-846-7164 Education from a FOR MORE four-year college or INFORMATION. university; at least 2 Did you know that if years experience you are giving away working with mental an animal or item , retardation or other you can list it tor free developmental in the Classifieds. disabilities. Certain Call 846-7164 for other Human Services more information Degrees may also qualify. Must have valid Classifieds Work! driver's license. Call Call us at 846-7164 828-262-5450 For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 House, 2BR, 1BA furnished, dishwasher, washer, dryer, base­ ment. One year lease. References. $750 per month. $750 deposit. Call 336-928-0064 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! Your source for news in Ashe Countv and the Hip Country: The Jefferson Post This the 8th day of December. 2006. Clyde Allen Bledsoe Administrator for the Estate of Georgia Ann Bledsoe LEARN TO DRIVE - FULL & PARTIMt CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • FINANCING AVAILABLE • FOB PLACEMENT ALLIANCE RACTOM TAAILBM Training In Wythavllla, VI rglnla M 1-800-334-1203 .w» alllana«l,HI«rtrall>'»r 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of E. Reeves Vannoy (a/k/a Everette Reeves Vannoy, Everette R. Vannoy, E.R. Vannoy), late of Fleetwood, Ashe County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all per­ sons. firms and corpo­ rations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhib­ it them to the under­ signed. at One West Fourth Street, WinstonSalem. North Carolina 27101, on or before the 29th day of March, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. I work. Therefore, eye strain. This the 29th day of December, 2006. FIRST CITIZENS BANK & TRUST COM­ PANY, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF E. REEVES VANNOY WOMBLE CARLYLE SANDRIDGE & RICE. PLLC One West Fourth St. Winston-Salem, NC 27101 DIAMONDS AREN'T A GIRL'S BPS! FRIEND. Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vision Council of America recommends regular eye exams for you and your family to ensure healthy vision. Bmuiy suns on the inside, where women m the if late teens end early twenties need strong bones to help prevent conditions like osteoporosis later In lire. Regular weight-bearing e«ercise and 3 calcium-rlch diet are the best lifestyle measures For more information and advice, visit aaos org and rjos org Check Yearly. See Clearly.* www.checkyearly.com Being NUMBER ONE to is nothing celebrate. This year, more than 163,000 people will die from lung cancer— making it America's NUMBER ONE cancer killer. But new treatments offer hope. Join Lung Cancer Alliance in the fight against this disease. lungcanceralliance.org Wilkes Communi Collece Construction/ Maintenance Technician For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Wilkes Community College Administrative Assistant Basic Skills For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu LUNG CANCER ALLIANCE Someone yon know having, a Birthday? �FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 13 OMMUNITY NEWS C Yadkin Valley tourism event set January 12 Tourism is playing an ever growing role in the economic development of rural North Carolina. Tourism is one of North Carolina's largest in­ dustries and in 2005 domes­ tic travelers spent $14.2 bil­ lion across the state of North Carolina. This was a 7.3% in­ crease over 2004. In 2005 over 64.5 million visitors traveled to North Carolina ranking it eighth out of 50 states in per­ son-trip volume by state. On Friday, Jan. 12, 2007, a Yadkin Valley Tourism Event will be held at the Village Inn Golf and Conference Center in Clemmons from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The focus of the event is to bring together individuals, small businesses, and organi­ zations involved or interested in rural tourism in the Yadkin Valley American Viticulture Area (AVA). Participants will have the opportunity to: • Meet new people and re­ new acquaintances. • Learn the "ins and outs" of liability and insurance. • Learn to market through signage. • Gain good business man­ agement and operations tech­ niques. This event is being offered through North Carolina State University's Cooperative Extension Service and the Department of Parks, Recre­ Keep Bambi out of the backyard ation, and Tourism Manage­ ment, the Chambers of Com­ merce of Greater Mt. Airy, Wilkes, and Yadkin Valley and the Small Business Cen­ ters of Forsyth, Surry, and Wilkes, Community Colleges. The event cost is $35 which includes lunch and all work­ shop sessions. A brochure is available from your local Cooperative Extension Cen­ ter. In Ashe County, call 2192650. Registration is being taken by the Surry County Center of North Carolina Co­ operative Extension. For more information call (336) 401-8025.-- lawn and garden from such a fate can be done in a number of ways. • Sprays. A host of deer repellent sprays exist. Some work better than others. Sprays are often an expensive option as well. All repellent sprays need to be applied reg­ ularly to maintain effective­ ness and most can be applied to trees, shrubs, bushes and even flower beds. Gardeners beware, however, as applying such sprays to vegetables or fruit trees can ruin the crop. Also, and this is a chief rea­ son why repellent sprays can be so expensive, re-applying after heavy rain is always necessary. • Human hair. Though it may sound a little strange, some homeowners swear it works. Deer see humans as a natural predator, which is why they often run away the As greater numbers of neighborhood developments are built, more wooded areas are being torn down to make room. This is leading to a once unique but now relatively standard problem in suburbs across the country: what to do with all the wildlife that is suddenly homeless. In partic­ ular, homeowners across the country are seeing an abun­ dance of deer showing up on their doorsteps looking for food, particularly during win­ ter days when edible foliage is at a premium. While the prospect of a deer eating berries outside your kitchen window can sound quite appealing, it can also be quite a nuisance, espe­ cially for lawn and garden af­ icionados. Deer can trample and eat a season's worth of work in a matter of minutes. Thankfully, protecting your moment they see a human. The scent of human hair can be enough to keep deer away from a garden or flower bed. • Fox urine. Along the same lines as the humanhair method, fox urine can be sprayed around a garden or flower bed to deter deer, who also see foxes as a natu­ ral predator. Fox urine can be bought in most lawn and gar­ den stores. However, like re­ pellent sprays, fox urine must be applied on a regular basis and after heavy rains. • Baby powder. For what­ ever reason, deer don't seem to like baby powder. This can be an odd approach to take, but anyone lost for what to do should give it a shot. Simply sprinkle the leaves of plants with baby powder on a regu­ lar basis and sit back and see if it works. First Class Enterprises opens in West Jefferson by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Post Photo by Linda Burchette Representatives of the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce and downtown friends welcomed First Class Enterprises real estate office to West Jefferson recently with a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house. , m• n * m With the encouragement of family and friends, Dawn Ellis turned a talent into a busi­ ness, opening Ashe County's newest real estate office, First Class Enterprises, Inc. in downtown West Jefferson. By working on investments with her husband, David H. Ellis, Dawn grew interested in real estate, and when both he and friends on the West Coast who were developers told her she had a gift for property development and preservation and should go into business, she decided to give it a try. "I seem to have a talent for seeing what could be done with a piece of property," Dawn said. "I did my home­ work and discovered Ashe County and the potential for the real estate market. I wanted to find a place where the market was at its begin­ ning with great potential for growth. That was Ashe County." Dawn worked as a legisla­ ^EXCAVATING ROOFING HOME REPAIRS JVlountam Field £?ccavatiwg No JOB TOO SMALL! Homesites Spring Work Lot Clearing Basement/Footers • Ponds • Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt I • Licensed in North Carolina be VA Install roofing of all kinds Hoof Painting Insured be All Work Guaranteed • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types ol repairs and maintenance tor your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. 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' Logos > in the FREE ESTIMATES Open 8-5 M'T'Th'F 8-2 Wed & Sat SI your business Senior Citizen Discounts HIGH COUNTRY TIRE SALE To advertise APPALACHIAN ROOFING COMPANY ROOFING FREE ESTIMATES Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 realtors, and early next year will join the Wilkes County Board of Realtors. For more information about First Class Enterprises, located at 312 S. Jefferson Ave. in West Jefferson, call 846-TOWN (8696) or email highcountryestategal@yahoo. com. ^ tfWJFPVG ASHE COUNTY ROOFING Appleseed Quality Home Repairs 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312. HI* & M Dawn celebrated her office opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony by the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce ear­ lier this month and plans a special open house in the spring. "I'm a small business wan­ nabe," she said. "I have been involved in a variety of busi­ nesses with my husband, who is a manufacturing represen­ tative, and he encouraged me to do this on my own. The opportune time arrived. I don't plan to be a big office, but to provide the absolute best service. I love working^ with the public, and when I say I love what I do, I really mean it. Whether buying for retirement, a family member, or for whatever reason, real estate is an investment. I try to make it fun. We want people to come and enjoy liv­ ing here and what the area has to offer." Dawn serves on the Chamber's Tourism and Economic Development Committee, the Ashe County and Avery/Watauga boards of r :>hir tive assistant and commit­ tee clerk with the General Assembly for about six years and as a commissioner for historic preservation in Wake County before moving to Ashe County in 1999. She went to work for Bobby Joe Oliver, one of the county's first surveyors who opened the first Century 21 office and had a partner­ ship with Tim Parsons. "I am very lucky to have worked with them," she said. "I saw how they did business, being honest and professional." Through her real estate work and other community activities, Dawn said she wanted to practice the same kind of honesty and integrity for which Oliver was known. "We owe it to the commu­ nity to give back," she said."If you work in real estate here, you've got to give back to the community that you work in and derive your income from. The real estate people here need to be good stewards to protect the resources that have brought people and con^ij^jie to bring people here." & TELEVISION CENTER Mountain View IV Center Sony \ •Sharp • Pioneer • Samsung • Panasonic Cmtof SUchtoit Sxfutii' 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 ihluldr Ihp BEST Prim Pmiblf TREE SERVICE x 4614 Chee Mountain Roa Laurel Spring N.C. 2864 WsTm's'ERvicE^-^^^'^^ Mobijfl336jj57j699 Serving the High Country f "Fully Insured * Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES Bob Cox ,780 Anderson Hill Rd.» Lansing, NC Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978^ j TREK SERVICE Mabe s Tree Service LLC • Beautification • Fencing * M • Trimming - Pruning . Landscaping ^ • Hazardous Tree Removal • Retaining Walls • Storm Damage Specialist • Lawn Maintenance FULLY INSURED • FREE ESTIMATE Michael Allen Mabe - Owner-Specialist 336-359-2312 « Cell: 336-657-777^ �PAGE 14 JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 RELIGION Gifts enliven Appalachia youth Some of the youngest chil­ dren write to Santa Claus, some write to Jesus. The teen­ agers, meanwhile, write to the Copper Basin Crisis Center. They write their letters hoping for Christmas gifts that their families could never af­ ford. They have a pretty nice Christmas, most of them do," says A1 Patterson, director of missions for the Copper Basin Baptist Association in the east­ ern Tennessee corner of Appa­ lachia adjoining western North Carolina and north Georgia. For nearly 20 years, the Copper Basin Baptist Associa­ tion has received letters from children and teens from fami­ lies in Ducktown, Tenn., and nearby communities who re­ ceive food and other assistance through the association's crisis center. This year, the Copper Basin Crisis Center has been providing 650 needy families with a bag of groceries each month and, at times, various other types of assistance. Hardship typically is evi­ dent in the Christmas letters, Patterson's wife Margaret, who heads up the yearly effort, says. "Momma only makes $100 a month," a 17-year-old, the oldest of seven children, wrote in a letter asking for clothes, deodorant and a CD player. "Please, a lot of clothes (need bad)." The Pattersons, who have served at the Copper Basin Baptist Association since 1981, both hail from the Georgia side of the tri-state region of Appalachia. They grew up in Lebanon Baptist Church in. families a month might receive a helping hand. "We didn't ex­ pect it to become as big as it has," A1 Patterson said. The ministry now encompasses three buildings, and a fourth is under construction, a 24-by-50foot structure that will include a walk-in freezer. And mission groups from several different states now venture to Ducktown to work alongside vol­ unteers from the association's churches and other community groups. In addition to distributing 650 bags of grocery a month, the Copper Basin Crisis Cen­ ter is a storehouse for clothing, used furniture and household items for needy families. And if extra funds come in — from do­ nors who "tell us to use it how­ ever it's needed" — the center helps with medical expenses, utility bills and other needs that arise in times of crisis. More than 800 Christmas letters from children and teens were received at the center this year. "We try to adopt those out," Patterson said, ref­ erencing local churches and or­ ganizations that participate in the outreach as well as several Baptist associations across Tennessee. "We don't tell them what to do [for a child or a teen]," he noted, "but what they feel like the Lord would have them-do." The women's ministry of Dyer Baptist Association on the other side of the state, for example, is in their third year of partnering with the Copper Basin Crisis Center's Christ­ mas project. This year, a truck and trailer and a church bus arrived from the Dyer associa­ Epworth, where she made a profession of faith in Christ in 1954 and he did the same the following year. With the Pattersons envi­ sioning a crisis center, the com­ pany gave the Copper Basin Baptist Association one of its buildings and six acres for the fledgling ministry. The couple and several oth­ ers from the association took training in how to help with job placement and resume writing, but by 1988 when the Copper Basin Crisis Center was ready to open, it had become appar­ ent that most pressing needs were among the elderly and among needy families who had been in the region for years - "people in the woodwork" as Patterson describes them. "Many of them had scratched out a living on a small farm," Patterson said. They had no retirement savings and had supplemented their minimal incomes by working at saw­ mills and other seasonal jobs. Patterson was a bricklayer by trade when he sensed a call to ministry in 1975 at the age of 32. "I didn't know what God had in store," he said. "I felt like maybe I'd continue to lay brick and pastor a small church." But the congregation he was serving, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, asked him to serve fulltime. And when Cop­ per Basin Baptist Association's director of missions retired, Patterson's service as the as­ sociation's moderator prompt­ ed his selection for the job in 1981. When the Copper Basin Cri­ sis Center opened in 1988, the Pattersons thought 75 or 100 Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd.. Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Assembly of God Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service -11:00am Sunday Evening Worship • 7:O0ptn Wednesday Evening • 7:00pm Corner of Fun-Roland A McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 am. 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Morning Worship • Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Hwy 16 S. at Glendule- Springs 495 Highway 194 South Sunday School -10:00 am Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... ami He blessed them" Luke24:50 Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Worship* 11:00 AM "Join us in worship to Christ" Friendship Baptist Church Healing Springs Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church RdJefferson, NC 9178 Old HW y. 16'Crumpkr, NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service-11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join M FUR a joyful worship experience. Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Rev. David GrinneU • 982-2080 Sunday School • 9l90 a m. Sunday Worship Services -10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Sen ices -6:00p.m. Wt dnesduy Evening Service • 7:00 p.m. We invite you to join us for a God centered, family luoduppmg cjptrmiu t. Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear Christ Centered " . , Leading Ihe lost to Christ with Love Worship limes: Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community Releasing others to continue on Worship - Mrio A.M. 6:00 Sunday PreacWa*S^jjy|| P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. IVf have a nursery and children churches available 846-7481 Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan . '/ 336-667-6092 SL Francis of Assisi Catholic Church A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass 5:00PM English A 7:00M Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Sun. Morning Mass - Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM thing for every child that we receive a letter from." From the crisis center's humble beginnings, Patterson said, "It's amazing to see how God did it. He brought it out of nothing. Our churches are small and did not have the BACK means. But God put it togeth.. ,rQt.j :n fn;yu Looking forward in finth Margaret ^ rson ^d see God provide, to see God do things that <ofrly <^od can you can go back tflthat that He can do it again. er- BIBLE TO THE k (West Jefferson Church of Christ) Visiting the church of Christ When you visit the church of Christ there are some things that you might see that arc different than what other churches do in worship. The church of Christ goes strictly by v> hat as sat t c ug his word by not adding to his word nor taking anything away from God s word because ol are wrong. Revelation 22:18-19. "For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book. If any man shall add unto these things. God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in is oo And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away s part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from things which are written in this book. e must do what God's word has said and we must never tamper with the word o! God. The church of Christ sings without musical instruments because we can not tind in the New Testament where instruments were used. We are to live by the New Testament because the Old estameni was done away with when Jesus died on the cross. Ephesians 5:19, " Speaking to yourselves in psa ms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord. We are to make melody within our hearts to the Lord. We are to use our heart and lips to glorily God and nothing else. The church of Christ remembetps the death, burial, and resurrection ol the Lord every Sunday by partaking of the Lords' Supper. In Acts 20:7 it reads," And upon the first day of the week, when the disciples came together to break bread. Paul preached preached unto them, ready to depart on the morrow, and continued his speech until midnight. We are commanded by God to partake ol the Lords supper every first day of the week when the saints gather. The church of Christ gives as they have been prospered. We are not commanded in the New Testament to give a tenth of our earning but to give as we have prospered. In 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 we read, " Now concerning the collection for the saints, as I have given order to the churches of Galatia, even so do ye. Upon the first day of the week let every one ol you lay by him in store, as God hath prospered him. that there be no gathering when I come." The church of Christ has been bought with the blood of Christ. We must follow all the commandments of God to be able to have eternal salvation. We must not allow man s creed/creeds to enter into the Lord's church. The church of Christ at West Jefferson encourages everyone to examine his or her worship to God and make sure that it follows the word of God, so that no soul is lost in eternity. Doug Frazier I Q Yes. I am interested in a correspondence course by mail * Q Yes. I am interested in an in-home Bible study Name: City: Address:. Phone : Zip :. State: Mail Request to: WJ Church of Christ, P0 Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Baldwin Community Church Pastor Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY Sunday School 10:00AM Beaver Creek Christian Church Worship II 00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY P Community Care 6:00PM IPrayer A Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM I All ages) (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry. Teen Time) "A Church focused - on faith,family A the future" West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 221 BamrnSt.. (Off Buck Mm. Rood)Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 am. Worship 11:00 a.m. « . * Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St., Jefferson. NC (336)246-9512 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service We would love to have you come worship with us. Minister Creighton Beatty Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Barnett St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Non-Denominational •t. Saturday Night 7:00P.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N. Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30P.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00 p.m. Monday * T.EA.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday * Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday* Prayer Meeting North Beaver Baptist "Loves you and wants you Parish of the Holy Communion to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Holy Trinity Church Pastor Rick Miller 10:00 a.m. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 (Episcopalian) Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship * 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service * 7:00 p.m. Big Flatts Baptist Church Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Glendule Springs Warrensville United Methodist Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church Pastor James T. Sechrest 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main tion full of clothing and toys for 50 children along with 84 bi­ cycles refurbished by the asso­ ciation's men's ministry. "We are still getting letters," Patterson said the week before Christmas. "We will do some­ 192 Church Street 336-846-2429 194 and 88West, Smcthporl, NC 336-384-3391 Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00P.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing Sfl! Worship at 11:00 u.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed, night 7:00p.m. Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come as xou are. you will be laved" Sunday Schtxtl 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a m. Evening Worship 6:00P.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Rev. JJ. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 South ST (just off East Main), Jefferson, VC (336)246-9642 Family Time Fellowship • 9:30AM Sunday School • 10:00AM Sutulay Morning Worship - 11:00AM Sunday Evening Worship • 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00PM ..... Nursery provided f<»R all services Welcome Home Baptist Church Office Phone J)6-9S1-9410 • Rev. Lonnie Jones • Pasltr Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship-11:00AM Sunday EycdIIIRS (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Sunday School - 1 0:00AM Worship - 11 :00AM Visitors become family 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. 6:30 p.m Wednesday Service 7:00 p M Sunday School Sunday Night Services Missions Building by Eaith Promise Wednesday NlRht Bible Study • 7:00PM Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net waamum tm Comer of Hwy. 221 6c Cherry St. Jefferson -Hut 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUFPIY. INC. 141 Lyalle Lane, Jeffereon, NC (Juet off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-902-9021 jp JEFFERSON POST 203 South Second Ave. Weat Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 WIDXEB Oomumiox Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • Iml .Wfrrson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 * Continental FnmcShop * * Blow-Therm Hrettd Down Draft Spray Booth * * Member of the "We Cut Program" using Safety-Kken Envmrnmcntjl Service * BURGESS & SON BODY SHOP MOUNTAIN Aire SteaMwuse Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 . AYry/A/ye- Y^Awsv/r/ • CHRYSLER • JEEP 502 Jefferson Ave. M., 336-246-8806 EXTERMINATING Termite & Pest Control 246-4222 —• C^lCHEVROLET \ BILL HART MXSTRRCTION Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work 'Complete hne of Ru,ldint Supplies" Old Hwy. 221-S. 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NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 PAGE 15 SOCIALS Birth Announcements Whittington and Lambert exchange wedding vows Kelly Autumn Whittington and James Edward Lambert exchanged vows in a double ring ceremony on Saturday, June 10, 2006 at Bald Mountain Baptist Church in West Jefferson, North Carolina. The bride is the daugh­ ter of Mary and the late Clement Whittington of West Jefferson. She attends Appalachian State University where she will graduate in May 2007 with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. The groom is the son of Richard and Betty Lambert of Jefferson. He obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree at Appalachian State University in 1999, with a major in Industrial Technology and a minor in Business. He will com­ plete his Master's Degree in Technology Education at ASU in May of 2007. James is currently employed at Leviton Manufacturing, where he is a Quality Engineer and Six Sigma Coordinator. Rev. David Grinnell offici­ ate the ceremony. Musical selections were played by a string quartet. The Matron of Honor was Debra Greer, sister of the bride, of Todd. Bridesmaids were Pam Blackburn of Warrensville, Amber Grubb of Todd, Lindsey Williams of West Jefferson, Brittany Huffman of Crumpler, Regan Perry of Lansing, and Megan Greer, niece of the bride, of Todd. The Junior Bridesmaid was Autumn Poe, niece of the bride, of West Jefferson, and the Miniature Bride was Morgan Hudler of West Jefferson. Rylee Smith of Sparta, NC was the Flower Girl. The Best Man was the groom's cousin, Colby Lambert, of Fuquay-Varina, NC. Groomsmen were Jerry Blackburn of Warrensville, Jamey Miller of West Jefferson, John Blevins of West Jefferson, Randy Perry of Lansing, Randy Greer of Todd, and Brian Walton of West Jefferson. The Junior Groomsman was Justin Lambert, brother of the groom, of Jefferson. Jacob Greer, nephew of the bride, from Todd, was the Miniature Groom. The Ring Bearer was Cade Blevins of West Jefferson. Heather Phipps of Crumpler and Kayla Weaver of West Jefferson were the guest register attendants. Andrea Reeves of West Jefferson served as Wedding Coordinator. The bride was met half way down the aisle by the groom, who escorted her the remain­ ing distance. The bride wore a white, two-piece, strap­ less gown with a corset-style back. Beading and embroi­ dery embellished the bodice, the front of the skirt, and the cathedral length train. Her headpiece was a tiara of Australian crystals with a scalloped chapel-length veil. The bride's bouquet was of white calla lilies. The Matron of Honor and the Bridesmaids wore a cran­ berry, two-piece dress with matching corset-style back. The Junior Bridesmaid wore a white and cranberry sleeve­ less gown, which coordi­ nated with the bridesmaids' dreswes^1-—Miniature Bride's dress was white with beading and embroi­ dery to match the bride's gown. The Flower Girl wore a white dress, embellished with cranberry accents. All attendants carried bouquets of white calla lilies. The groom wore a formal black tuxedo with a silver vest and tie, and a white calla lily boutonniere. The Best Man and the grooms­ men wore formal black tux­ edoes with cranberry vests, ties, and calla lily boutonnieres. The Miniature Groom and the Ring Bearer wore a tuxedo, vest, tie, and boutonniere to match the groom. Following the ceremony, the couple enjoyed a recep­ tion at Jefferson Landing, hosted by the bride's mother. The groom's parents hosted a rehearsal dinner at Bald Mountain Baptist Church on June 9. After a surprise honey­ moon to the Mayan Riviera, the couple resides in Crumpler, North Carolina. Thompson and Demanczyk wed Brenda Jean Thompson, daughter of Retta Edwards Thompson and Thomas G. Thompson, was married to Joseph Demanczyk on No­ vember, 11, 2006. Grandpar­ ents of the Bride are the late Moses Edwards and Geneva Lee Peterson Edwards of Pop­ lar, N.C.; and the late Vance Thompson of Jefferson Coun­ ty, N.C., along with Ray and Misty and Bryan Bowlin of Jefferson announce the birth of their son, Bryan Cade Bowlin, on December 18, 2006. He was born at Watauga Medical Center and weighed 7 pounds and 11 ounces. Debbie and Donny Eller of Lansing announce the birth of their son, O'Conall Donnally Eller; on Decem­ ber 18, 2006. He was born at Watauga Medical Center and weighed 7 pounds and 7 ounces. Sunshine Albright and Jonathan Calhoun of West Jefferson announce the birth of their son, Cashus Chris­ tian Calhoun, on December 19, 2006. He was born at Watauga Medical Center and weighed 7 pounds and one ounce. Amanda and Timothy Byland of Fleetwood announce the birth of their son, Alec Hayden Byland, on Decem­ ber 20, 2006. He was born at Watauga Medical Center and weighed 7 pounds and 13 ounces. Kristy Blevins and An­ drew Bresler of West Jef­ ferson announce the birth of their son, Grayson Lee Bre­ sler, on December 21, 2006. He was born at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds and 4 ounces. His grandparents are Kathy Cra­ ven, Gary Blevins, Khrissy Hunt and Randall Hayes. Women's Health Clinic Welcomes Cathy Clark, FNP-C Ruth Mitchell of Avondale, PA. The Groom's parents, Victoria Demanczyk of Elsmere, DE and the late John Demanczyk, originated from the Mount Carmel, PA area. The couple will continue to reside in Newark, Delaware, with the Groom's three chil­ dren, Jessica, Joseph, Chris­ topher, and their daughter together, Emilia Jean. To announce your wedding, engagement or anniversary; call the Jefferson Post at 846-7164! Shovel in the Savings with this Winter Classified Special! Cathy Clark, certified Family Nurse Practioner is now collaborating with Daniel Strickland, MD to provide primary care services to resident of the High Country. 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See store for details. 800-235-5007 www.carolinawest.com �PAGE 16 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2006 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Post Photo by Linda Burchette AEV Charity Committee members and representatives of re­ Post Photo by Linda Burchette Presenting a check to Rob Brooks with Ashe Outreach Ministries, second from left, are AEV Charity Commit­ tee members, from left, Geneva Brooks, Kerry Curtis and Dominick Gaetano. Quilt Guild brings gifts Members of the Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild re­ cently took Christmas gifts to residents at Jefferson Care Center. Here, one lady showed off her new quilt and another lady is presented with a quilt and gift bag. Guild members took quilts to the approximately 21 residents along with a goody bag with candy, a stuffed animal, toiletries and lots of other nice gifts. cipient organizations are, from left: Randy Barr (AEV), Stacy Cox and Tammy Gardner with ASHE, Jane Banks and Dana Tugman with ASA, Virginia Van Lewen with Hospice, Geneva Brooks, Kerry Curtis and Dominick Gaetano (AEV). Not pic­ tured is Kathy Craven (AEV). AEV contributes to charity Employees of American Emergency Vehicles recently contributed $27,374.44 to eight community organiza­ tions dedicated to assisting people of all ages in Ashe County. The funds are donated by the employees who then decide how the money will be distributed. Organizations chosen this year are: Ashe Outreach Ministries - $5,525.90 Hospice - $4,250.69 Ashe Services for Aging $4,165.68 A Safe Home for Everyone - $3,995.65 Ashe Really Cares $3,230.52 Appalachian Senior Programs - $2,295.37 Ashe Pregnancy Care Center - $2,465.40 Ashe Youth Connection - $1,445.23 AEVs Charity Committee is currently soliciting infor­ mation from charitable, notfor-profit organizations who serve Ashe County residents. AEV employees will decide how their 2007 donations will be distributed among quali­ fied organizations. To apply, submit a letter to AEV explaining how the organization supports Ashe County and provide proof of not-for-profit status, tax ID, address, phone number and a point of contact. The infor­ mation should be sent to AEV, 165 American Way, Jefferson, NC 28640, Attention: Charity Committee. In order to be considered, information must be received by March 1, 2007. For more information, call 982-9824. Birding x . Bits by. f i Cindy Brook Parrot Care Not sure how to tare for the parakeet, cockaiiel or canary you received for a holiday gift? Exotic birds require a special diet and care just like any other pet Bird Talk Magazine is a great resource for all bird owners. Visit it at www.birdtalkmaea2ine.com e 2000 by King l oatu'oo Syndicate Inc. Wortd righta 'aaorvod From Our Family to Yours t 2 0 / a 0 7 HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM THE STAFF OF West Jefferson • 336-84 w ww.AandJautosal THE JEFFERSON POST! We are the #1 Window Company in the Nation 905 Qualified Remodeler Forget About Window Problems ....Forever!! Quality Windows K$169 INSTALLED ANY SIZE Experience the benefits of the ComfortWorid Windows Now is the perfect time to update your home's exterior with ComfortWvrid Siding. TM mdonj ietc'.Ar^ _ AWDI Certified Installers 'Simply the best for less BBB Ssi www.windowworldinc.cdm (Up To $500 in Tax Credits Available) For A Free Estimate, Call Toll Free 1-800-260-7908 336-246-9393 GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICE The High Country's Value priced Dodge-Chrysler-Jeep Service Center/ ' Shop our prices first or shop us lastjust shop our prices! We can perforin manufacturers scheduled maintenance on any vehicle. We sell all national brands of tires. 502 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-8806 www.heritagedcj.com m CHRYSLER � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 81 Issue 104 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-12-29 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/5595d965cda0a6a1e2d407193eb6d362.pdf dd3079497aa535a77d2fa4e83869342a PDF Text Text uu ��February-March 2006 High Country Loafer Page 3 Bilfmore Estate offers glimpse of another world There is no place quite like the Biltmore Estate in the world. The mountain home of George Vanderbilt speaks of an age of wealth that dwarfs even today's billionaires. Built a French chateau, Biltmore was Vanderbilt's hunting and entertainment lodge. It was also the center of a dairy industry he began. Unlike most similar places, Biltmore remains in the family, and is owned and operated by Vanderbilt's grandson, Wil­ liam Cecil. It receives no federal, state or local funding. Here are some tips on how to make your visit to Asheville' Biltmore memo­ rable: • Give yourself more time. Allow at least a day to see the house, gardens, winery, and Historic Horse Barn...two days or more for outdoor activities and guided tours. • Arrive early. Give yourself as much time as possible to see it all. Biltmore Es­ tate opens at 9:00 a.m. January-March 14 and 8:30 a.m. March 15-December. • Extend your visit. Spend an addi­ tional day exploring the estate by pur­ chasing a next-day upgrade for $10.00 at Photo courtesy of N.C. Division of Tourism our guest services locations. • Get your tickets in advance. Save time by purchasing advanced tickets on­ line or by calling 800-624-1575. • Book hotel and ticket packages. If you plan to spend the night, you can book everything at once. • Dress for comfort. Make sure you have comfortable walking shoes. Wear layers to allow for changeable mountain weather. • Take it easy, and pace yourself. You have a lot to see, and the Biltmore expe­ rience is too good to rush. Allow time to take a break on a garden bench, nibble an ice cream cone, and have lunch. • Visit Sunday through Friday if you prefer less company during your visit (especially during holiday times). • Get a timed entry pass on busy days. If you plan to visit the estate during one of our seasonal busy days, pick up your timed entry passes (available at Guest Services locations) to reserve a time slot to visit Biltmore House. Click here for a list of busy days. • Bring a car. Parking is free and some of the estate venues are several miles apart. (Estate transportation is not pro­ vided.) • If you arrive after 3:00 p.m., come to the Reception & Ticket Center to have your admission ticket validated for the next day—enjoy another full day on the estate at no additional charge. (Excludes Late Day Ticket.) Ticket prices Adult tickets to Biltmore are usually $45. But through Feb. 28, you can visit the estate for $25, a $20 savings. In addi­ tion, children 16 and under are admitted for free with a paying parent or guard­ ian. The regular price for children 10-16 is $22.50; those under 10 are admitted free. * Visit www.biltmore.com for more info. 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Fox Sports Net 5:30 PM 03/01/06 Virginia Chapel Hill, N.C. Ray­ com/JP 9:00 PM 03/04/06 Duke Durham, N.C. ESPN 9:00 PM 03/09/06 ACC Tournament Greensboro, N.C. TBA Fri 03/10/06 ACC Tournament Greens­ boro, N.C. TBA Sat 03/11/06 ACC Tournament Greens­ boro, N.C. TBA Sun 03/12/06 ACC Tournament Greens­ boro, N.C. TBA 02/01/06 Boston College at Chestnut Hill, Mass. 9 PM ESPN 02/04/06 FLORIDA STATE at Dur­ ham, N.C. 12 PM RSN 02/07/06 North Carolina at Chapel Hill, N.C. 9 PM RJ/ESPN 02/11/06 Maryland at College Park, Md. 1PM CBS 02/14/06 WAKE FOREST at Durham, N.C. 8 PM RJ 02/19/06 MIAMI at Durham, N.C. 5:30 PM FSN 02/22/06 Georgia Tech at Atlanta, Ga. 7 PM ESPN 02/25/06 Temple at Philadelphia, Pa. 2:30 PM ESPN 03/01/06 Florida State at Tallahassee, Fla. 7 p.m. ESPN 03/04/06 NORTH CAROLINA at Dur­ ham, N.C. 9 p.m. ESPN 03/09/06 ACC Tournament Greensboro, N.C. TBA 03/10/06 ACC Tournament Greensboro, N.C. TBA 03/11/06 ACC Tournament Greensboro, N.C. TBA 03/12/06 ACC Tournament Greensboro, N.C. TBA 02/01/06 Virginia Raleigh, N.C. RSN 7:00 PM 02/05/06 Maryland Raleigh, N.C. RSN 2:00 PM 02/08/06 at Miami Coral Gables, Fla. ESPN-U 7:00 PM 02/12/06 at Georgia Tech Atlanta, Ga. RJ 1:00 PM 02/15/06 Florida State Raleigh, N.C. ESPNU 7:00 PM 02/18/06 Virginia Tech Blacksburg, Va. ABC 1:00 PM 02/22/06 North Carolina Raleigh, N.C. RJ 9:00 PM 02/25/06 Boston College Raleigh, N.C. CBS 3:45 PM 03/04/06 at Wake Forest Winston-Sa­ lem, N.C. CBS 4:00 PM 03/09/06 ACC Tournament Greensboro, N.C. TBA 03/10/06 ACC Tournament Greensboro, N.C. TBA 03/11/06 ACC Tournament Greensboro, N.C. TBA 03/12/06 ACC Tournament Greensboro, N.C. TBA Wake Forest University Demon Deacons 02/04/06 Virginia Charlottesville, VA RJ 1:30 PM 02/08/06 Boston College Winston-Sa­ lem, N.C. ESPN2 7:30 PM 02/11/06 Charlotte Winston-Salem, NC ABC 3:30 PM 02/14/06 Duke Durham, NC RJ 8:00 PM Sun 02/19/06 North Carolina WinstonSalem, N.C. 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February events 1-28 Municipal Sledding Hill (weather permitting) by Town Hall, Beech Moun­ tain 828-387-9283 1-end of season Snowshoe Guided Tours at Sugar Mountain Resort - Snowshoe tours will be offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 3pm and Sat­ urday at 9am and 3pm. The program in­ cludes a 1 hour tour and top of the line snowshoe rentals. Cost is $15. 828-8984521, Sugar Mountain. 7-end of season Ladies Day Out - Ev­ ery Monday. Ladies ski free, including ski rentals (excluding MLK and President's Day) Beech Mountain Ski Resort 800438-2093 2- end of season Ladies Day Out - Ev­ ery Tuesday and Wednesday. The pro­ gram includes a full-day lift ticket and a group lesson. Sugar Mountain Resort 828-898-4521 3 The Turchin Center hosts a reception for the Art & Tech Student Show show­ casing ceramics and glass. Call 828-2623017 for more information. Boone 11-12 Sugar Mountain Resort hosts a Slalom Race for College Students. Com­ petition begins at 9 am. 800-784-2768, Sugar Mountain. 14-19 Appalachian Performing Arts presents Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare - Tue-Sat at 8pm and Sun at 2pm at the Valborg Theatre. For reser­ vations call 828-262-3063. 17 The Walker Center presents the Tony Award winning production Mame! Don't miss the spectacular costumes, cho­ reography and unforgettable songs. 8 pm. Call 336-838-6260 for details. Wilkesboro 25 8th Annual Mexican Winter Mad­ ness -Beech Mountain Ski Resort - Come for an evening of festivities with proceeds to benefit The Huega Center, a research and support group organization to com­ bat MS. Call 800-438-2093 for details. 26 Sugar Bear's Birthday Celebration at Sugar Mountain - Spend the day cel­ ebrating Sugar Mountain's resident mas­ cot, Sugar Bear. Activities include races, special treats plus cake and ice cream! 800-784-2768, Sugar Mountain. 26 Hit the Slopes for Hope at Appala­ chian Ski Mountain - Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Collect the most money and... win PRIZES! Don't miss the board/ski-athon, silent auction and slope style con­ test. 800-322-2373, Blowing Rock. March events 1 to end of season Snowshoe Guided Tours at Sugar Mountain Resort - Snowshoe tours will be offered every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 3pm and Sat­ urday at 9am and 3pm. The program in­ cludes a 1 hour tour and top of the line snowshoe rentals. Cost is $15. 828-8984521, Sugar Mountain. 1-4 Appalachian Performing Arts pres­ ents the Appalachian Dance Ensemble - This annual Spring concert showcases choreography from faculty, students, fea­ turing modern, ballet, and jazz in a va­ riety of pieces. Shows at 8 pm at Valborg Theatre. Call 828-262-3063 for tickets. 3 The Walker Center presents Emile Pandolfi - One of the today's finest pia­ nists applies classical techniques to Broadway, popular and classical music. 8 pm. Call 336-838-6260 for details. Wilkes­ boro 6-30 The Walker Center presents Emile Pandolfi - One of the today's fin­ est pianists applies classical techniques to Broadway, popular and classical music. 8 pm. Call 336-838-6260 for details. Wil­ kesboro 13-26 Late Season Rates at Appala­ chian Ski Mountain - These rates are in effect every Thanksgiving weekend through mid-December, too! Save approx­ imately 15% on lift ticket prices! 800-3222373, Blowing Rock 25-26 Meltdown Games at Appala­ chian Ski Mountain - The Meltdown Games offer a whole new take on what fun can be. Cardboard Box Derbies, Pond Skimming and The Big Air Jump Contest are just part of the fun at Appalachian Ski Mtn! Call 800-322-2373, or click here for details. 31 The Walker Center presents Bobby Goldsboro - See the top-forty hit record­ ing star perform - a great show for the whole family. Call 336-838-6260 for de­ tails. Wilkesboro -Photo courtesy of NC Division of Travel DISH NETWORK HIGH STAKES SAVINGS SEE THE SAVINGS OVER CABLE AND WE'LL RAISE YOU $100 Smite 'PohcM^C a $29.99/month Packages start at (Choose to add Local Channels, just S5.00/month S2T MAGIC HOME ENTERTAINMENT Jefferson - 336-846-5603 Warrensville - 336-384-3633 www.magichent.com xnsasmal �Page 6 »v «i.e., Country Loafer High V U U .I I I y Luaier - February-March 2006 Hi£h Country ski slopes remain open until spring arrives Appalachian ' k Ski Mtn. Blowing Rock, N.C. How to get there Appalachian Ski Mtn. is located off U.S. 321 just north of the Town of Blowing Rock. There is a stop light, with good signage. Slopes and trails Nine, two beginner, four intermediate, three expert Peak elevation 4,000 feet Vertical drop (maximum) 365 feet Snowboarding Yes, with terrain park Hours Open seven days a week, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 6-10 p.m. RPPRLRCRIRH £ SKI MTN Website www.appskimtn.com Phone numbers Toll-free number: 800-322-2373 Snow report: 828-295-7828 Hawksnest Ski Resort Seven Devils, N.C. Snowboarding? Yes, with terrain park Hours BEECH Ski Beech Sugar Mountain Beech Mountain, N.C. Sugar Mountain, N.C. How to get there Follow N.C. 105 south from Boone, turn right (toward Banner Elk) on N.C. 184 and watch for the entrance signs. Slopes and trails 20, seven beginner, 10 intermediate and three expert Peak elevation 5,300 feet Vertical drop (maximum) 1,200 feet How to get there Ski Beech is located atop Beech Mountain. Go to Banner Elk and take the Beech Mountain Parkway (clear signs) to the top. Slopes and trails 15, three beginner, eight intermediate, four expert Peak elevation 5,506 feet Vertical drop (maximum) 830 feet How to get there Hawksnest is in the Town of Seven Devils. Go south of Boone on N.C. 105, and watch for signs on the right. Slopes and trails 12, three beginner, six intermediate, three expert Peak elevation 4,819 feet Vertical drop (maximum) 683 feet S Snowboarding? Yes, with surface lift available Open seven days a week, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through ThursdaOy; 9 a.m.-mid­ night Friday and Saturday Hours Open seven days a week, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 6-10 p.m. Website www.skihawk.com Website www.skibeech.com Phone numbers Toll-free number: 800-822-HAWK Snow report: 828-963-6563 Phone numbers Toll-free number: 800-438-2093 Snow report: 828-387-2011 Snowboarding? Yes, with terrain park. Hours Open seven days a week, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., 6 to 10 p.m. Website www.skisugar.com Phone numbers Toll-free number: 800-SUGAR-MT Snow Report: 828-898-5256 Start out right on the slopes—with a skiing/boarding lesson People from toddlers to seniors can and do learn how to enjoy the slopes successfully each year. The key, as every ski instructor will tell you, is simple: "Ski in control." That is a shorthand way of saying do not ski beyond your abilities and develop your skill in stages. Accidents happen more frequently when people try to show off on the slopes or decide to "dare" some­ thing. "Watch this" is not a good skiing slogan. The place to start, whether you are young or old, total novice or seasoned veteran, is ski school. All four resorts in our region have their own schools, of­ fering every level of instruction. Even the people who you see sweep down the slopes, seemingly effortlessly,are known to check in to refresh their skills at the start of the season. The programs offered by the four schools have some basic similarities. There is a children's program, group and private skiing lessons at various levels and snowboarding classes as well. Here is some more information on the four schools: •French-Swiss Ski College: Located at Appalachian Ski Mtn., French-Swiss is the oldest of the region's schools. It is directed by Jim Cottrell, who may be best known for founding the Southeast­ ern Special Olympics Alpine Games. He has been a member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association for over 30 years, and is a past member of the board of directors. Offers group and private instruction, as well as the SKIWee pro­ gram (full- and half-day) for kids 4-10. •Hawksnest Ski School: Directed by Justin Grimes, who is a veteran director and instructor who has worked in the region as well as slopes in Colorado and Oregon. There are group and private lessons. The Kiddy Hawk School has full- and half-day programs for kids 5- •Ski Beech's Snow Sports Learning Center is directed by Scott Boutiller, who has been part of the Beech scene for 23 years. He has over 30 years ex­ perience as a coach and instructor. In addition to group and private lessons, there is the Youth Learning Center, which serves kids in three separate pro­ grams for 3 year olds, 4-8 year olds and those 9 to 12. •Sugar Mountain Ski School: Direct­ ed for the past 14 years by Len Bauer, a long-time instructor and director. The school offers group and private lessons. Sugar Bear Ski School has half- and full-day programs for kids 5 to 10. �No Time For Loafing....Building the FAST, the PRESENT and the FUTURE "For over 52 years, we have been dedicated to the continued growth of the High Country." James R. Vannoy & Sons Construction Co. Inc. 1608 Highway 221 North, Jefferson, NC 336-846-7191 �Page 8 February-March 2006 Hifih Country Loafer Accessories: key for the well-dressed woman Ladies, did you realize that some­ times an entire outfit can be inspired by an accessory? Did you also know that the best dressed women spend two-thirds of their wardrobe budget on accessories and the other third on clothing? Ladies accessories are the finish­ ing touch that makes the difference between being just dressed or being well dressed! You see, ladies, accessory means: to draw attention to, to accent, to show off—to issue an invitation to PO Box 10 • 205-B Shamrock Square Jefferson, NC 28640 336.846.9551 thelook@>sky best, com W2W (What 2 Wear) A Colunjp by Libby Cockerbaip look. It is an extra added attraction, an additional touch, a unique, separate and different part of a personal ward­ robe and lifestyle. When properly combined, accessories can enhance your figure by maximizing your best features and attributes. They can accentuate the positives and cover up the negatives through the use of de­ sign, shape, texture and color! In other words, when they look good, you look good. Accessories cover a lot of items. Not only are accessories your necklaces, ear­ rings and bracelets, but they are also watches, sunglasses, belts and pins. A scarf, hosiery and your handbag are also accessories. Spring 2006 is full of accessories for women to enjoy. There are still some basic rules to follow when selecting your accessories: 1. Know your face shape. You never repeat a pattern. In other words, if you have a round face, no round earrings; a square face, no square or straight ear- ifif: Check us out Till H f l j www.steveiohnsonaufoworld.com ;!=§§ S_l EVE JOHNSON 11 AUTO WORLD Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles 1321 Mt. Jefferson Rd • West Jefferson ^ 336-246-9899 ^^ |{|| ;:::i Libby Cockerham rings. You get the picture. And speaking of pictures, would you hang a piece of art on your walls without matting and framing it? No! The same goes for your face. Your face is your picture for the whole world to see—so frame it with the right shaped earrings. 2. Know what neckline flatters you. •Mock neck: helps to minimize a long neck and camouflage boniness and lines. It also enhances a small bustline. •Scoop neck: adds width to a narrow chin and helps balance a heart-shaped face. It helps a short neck look longer. •Vee neck: helps a round face look less wide and softens the angles in a square face. It slims a thick, short neck and minimizes a full bust line. •Johnnie collar: slims the face and elongates the neck like the vee, but is softer and more feminine. •Round neck: is the most popular and versatile because it compliments almost all face shapes and flatters most figures—about 90 percent of all basic tees have round necks. 3.Hosiery rules: Bare legs are accept­ able from Memorial Day until Labor Day, but never in a professional setting. Hosiery should never be darker than your shoes. 4.Know your fashion personality: Classic, Dramatic, Natural or Roman­ tic. 5.Know your body shape: Do the tow­ el test to see if your body shape is hour­ glass, rectangle, triangle or wedge. 6.Know your color season 7.Remember you wear the clothes and accessories—not vice-versa. You must be comfortable in all your choices. This your life to enjoy and live. You are not here for a dress rehearsal! 8.The most important rule: shop at Libby's, where the girls will always tell you the truth! You Have A Choice! Make Ashe Memorial YOUR Hospital! jjrii Let Us Start Your Vacation Planning Lariv! Your Travel Professional Who Will Be There l or Yon Hick's Travel Agency 503 East Main Street Wilkesboro, NC 28697 336-667-6472 www.hickstravelagency.vacation.com ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL �February-March 2006 High Country Loafer Page 9 Ongoing events and attractions in the northwest Alleghany County Alleghany Jubilee: 25 North Main Street in downtown Sparta. Tuesday night features bluegrass music from the Rise and Shine Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday night, the legendary White Top Mountain Band plays from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday night features a differ­ ent band each week. Open during the holidays except Christmas Eve (closed). Special New Year's Eve party Dec. 31. Come to dance or just to listen. Admis­ sion $4 for adults, children under 12 free. Concessions available. Located on Main Street in the old Spartan Theater across from the Alleghany Courthouse. Call 336-372-4591 for more informa­ tion. Backwoods Beat Jam: Old time mu­ sic jam every Thursday night beginning at 6:30 p.m. The Backwoods Beat Music store is located at 32 NC 18 south (Go south on NC 18 at the Courthouse cor­ ner. The last storefront on the right.) There's no admission and visitors are welcome, but the store is small. Squeeze in as best you can. Call 336-372-5777 for information. Burgiss Barn 102 Thistle Meadow Laurel Springs, NC 28644 Phone: 336-359-2995 | Toll Free: 800-233-1505 tom@grapestompers.com | www.burgissbarn.com Located on Elk Knob Road (just three miles from milepost 246 on the Blue Ridge Parkway) in Laurel Springs, North Carolina, the Burgiss Barn is the perfect place to host a private party for your group. Whether you come for the Sunday lunch buffet or want nice spot for your private catered party, the Bur­ giss Barn is the perfect solution for your weary bones and empty stomach. Crouse House Pickers: Whether to play or just to listen you can participate in a 20-year musical tradition at the Crouse House in Sparta every Monday night beginning at 6 p.m. Bluegrass and traditional musicians gather to jam. No two Monday night bands are the same but the music is always good. No ad­ mission but donations are accepted to defray expenses. The Crouse House is located two blocks north (behind) the Alleghany Courthouse at the corner of Grayson and Cherry streets. View mu­ sician photos from a recent jam. Mountaintop Cruisers: Owners of antique and unusual vehicles are in­ vited to gather the first Saturday of each month, May through September, in Farmers Hardware parking lot in Sparta at 4 p.m. for fellowship and mu­ tual admiration of their rolling stock. In August, there is an annual sock hop in the Black Exhibition Building at the County Fairgrounds in lieu of the park­ ing lot gathering. See the monthly cal­ endar closer to August for details. Open to all old-car buggs and their vehicles. Call 336-372-4730 for information. Silver Dollar Music Park: Live mu­ sic almost every Saturday (and some other days of the week). See their web­ site for schedule and performing bands. Take US 215 miles south of Sparta or 2 miles north of the Blue Ridge Park­ way intersection. Turn at the sign onto Glade Valley. Road. Immediately bear to the left onto Glade Valley Church Road. Look for Music Park building on the right. Call 828-262-1722 for more infor­ mation. Ski Weekend @ Laurel Ridge: Lau­ rel Ridge Moravian Camp sponsors ski weekend packages (Friday afternoon through Sunday afternoon) during January and February. Lodging, meals, transportation and lift tickets provided. Check their website or call for informaton and availability: 1-336-359-2951 or 1-888-831-5922 (toll-free). Ashe County Ashe County Cheese Company 106 E Main Street West Jefferson, NC 28694 Phone:336-246-2501 Fax:336-246-6135 ashecheese@skybest.com www.ashecountycheese.com The Carolina's only cheese manufac­ turer, Ashe County Cheese has been in business since 1930. Watch cheese be­ ing made, then select one of your favor­ ites from our cheese and gift shop. Cardinal Lanes 787 Hwy. 221 Business West Jefferson, NC 28694 Phone:336-246-7077 Fax:336-246-2542 Bowling & family fun center includ­ ing: mini golf, billiards, arcade games, snack bar, clean facilities, moonlight bowling, youth leagues and summer & fall leagues. Open 7 days a week. Skate Zone Amusement Center 498 Beaver Creek School Rd. West Jefferson, NC 28694 Phone: 336-246-3232 skatezonel@earthlink.net www.skatezonenc.com Smoke-free family environment. Vid­ eo surveillance inside and out. Fun for the entire family; we provide skating, video arcades, air hockey, pool table, Play Station 2 games, radio-control car races, snack bar and a party room. We also rent for any occasion. Hours: Th.49, Fri. 4-11, Sa.3-11 and Sun. 3-9. We will open Mon - Wed for church groups & school field trips by appt. only. 336-384-1693 Ashe Civic Center 962 Mt. Jefferson Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Phone:336-246-4483 Fax:336-246-2180 ashecivicctr@skybest.com www.ashecivic.com The Arts Council's Community Pro­ gramming Series brings the best of mu­ sic and theatre to Ashe County, and the Civic Center ( 300 seat theater) is the home to the Ashe County Little Theatre and is also the sponsor of the annual Blue Ridge Brutal Bike Ashe Arts Center 303 School Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 Phone:336-846-2787 Fax:336-846-2787 jlashearts@skybest.com www.ashecountyarts.org The Ashe Arts Center in downtown West Jefferson features local artist's work in The Gallery Shop, changing visual art exhibits, concerts, and hous­ es the offices of the Ashe County Arts Council. Churches of the Frescoes JW Luke Rd | Glendale Springs and Beaver Creek Rd | West Jefferson 336-982-3076 Ben Long painted three frescoes at St. Mary's "Mary Great with Child" in 1974; "John the Baptist" in 1975; and "The Mystery of Faith" in 1977. In the summer of 1980, he painted the fresco of "The Last Supper" at Holy Trinity. Visitors are welcome. Todd General Store 3866 Railroad Grade Road Todd, NC 28684 Phone:336-877-1067 batmann52@skybest.com www.toddgeneralstore.com Old time general store established in 1914 with extensive deli, collectibles & antiques, gourmet foods, old time music jams on Friday evenings. Storytelling in season on Tuesday evenings. Cost $6. Mountain Music Jamboree 9331 NC Hwy 16 S Jefferson, NC 28640 Phone:336-384-4079 | Toll Free:800803-4079 atscott@fastransit.net www.mountainmusicjamboree.com Mountain Music Jamboree & Buf­ fet presents great food with traditional, real country music and bluegrass. A vis­ it to the Jamboree is an opportunity to join in on real mountain heritage. THE TWO MOST IMPORTANT WORDS YOU'VE EVER SAID BECOME THREE "1 FOREVER DO" EWE Pms-iit n«»f vwvwth«icti0trr«orii.lKmo corn Mon-SBI 1 O r*rr> O pm 1 -336-667-2257 1 -888-591 -3174 O Member JA - SJO • NCJA MO DAY SAME AS CAHII FINANCING Holiday Hours: Mon—Sat 9:30nm-8:OOpm • Sun 1:00-6:00 pm �Page 10 February-March 2006 High Country Loafer Catch the latest releases in the High Country Want to see a movie being made? You don't have to go to Hollywood And now, the award for the state with the third-most revenues from film, tele­ vision and commercial development... the nominees are the 50 states...and the winner is.... North Carolina! In fact, North Caro­ lina has been third nationwide for the past 20 years. Since 1980, over 815 pro­ ductions have taken place, bringing in over $6.75 billion in revenue. Portions of Forrest Gump, Last of the Mohicans and other award-winning movies have been filmed here. Below is what is on around the state in terms of production right now, cour­ tesy of the N.C. Film Office in Raleigh; 23rd St.; Wilmington, NC 28405 Additional Information: This War­ ner Bros, network series is in its third season at EUE/Screen Gems Studios. Watch the drama unfold every Wednes­ day, 8/7c pm. on the WB. Moving Midway Filming Area(s): Raleigh/Wake County Start Date: In production Production Office Fax: N/A Additional Information: Documentary by filmmaker and Raleigh-native God­ frey Cheshire. Email: ant.dunn@gmail.com Additional Information: Independent no-budget/low-budget 20-minute psy­ chological thriller set in a prison. Nuestro Barrio Filming Area(s): Durham, NC Start Date: In Production Email: dilsey@cra-nc.org Production Office Address: 604 North Duke St. Durham, NC 27701 Addition­ al Information: A low-budget, Spanish language "edu-tainment" telenovela mini-series filming 10 additional epi­ sodes this fall and winter. Program will premiere on network affiliates in Southwestern and Southeastern states in January. Produced by Dilsey Davis and Monique Velasquez for CRA-NC. Surface Filming Area(s): Wilmington Start Date: In production through March 2006 Production Office Address: 1223 N. 23rd St. Hub A; Wilmington, NC 28405 Additional Information: The new hit sci-fi/drama series can be seen Mondays at 8/7c p.m. on NBC. Picked up for full season. Mountain Time Filming area(s): Brevard (Western North Carolina) and Los Angeles Start Date: In Production Production Office Fax: n/a Production Office Phone: n/a Additional Information: Feature film is inspired by Dr. Olson Huff book, The Window of Childhood, an autobiogra­ phy of his life as a pediatrician, exective produced by his son, David Huff. Producer:Tosca Musk. Director: Andrew Christopher Erin Asheville: The Movie Filming Area(s): Asheville, NC Start Date: October 1,2005 Email: erica@foundfilms.net Additional Information: Now casting for males (25-35 /65-75) and females (6575) for comedic roles. One Tree Hill Filming Area(s): Wilmington Start Date: In production Production Office Address: Cell Filming Areas: Raleigh-Durham, Yanceyville Start Date: In Production Freedom vs. Liberty Filming Area(s): Charlotte,NC Start Date: In production Email: skip@soundboyamerica.com 1223 N. North Carolina's film industry has grown rapidly since 1980. Here is a look back: Year 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 Total Productions 88 24 78 44 68 65 40 41 53 54 39 33 17 18 17 14 19 22 22 18 12 8 6 4 11 815 Revenue 235.0 Million 209.0 Million 230.8 Million 250.6 Million 250.0 Million 300.2 Million 323.0 Million 329.0 Million 440.0 Million 391.0 Million 357.0 Million 504.3 Million 391.0 Million 202.5 Million 426.0 Million 314.3 Million 297.0 Million 384.1 Million 266.5 Million 200.0 Million 115.0 Million 102.0 Million 86.0 Million 65.0 Million 87.0 Million + $6.75 Billion �February-March 2006 High Country Loafer Page 11 Concerts and Special Events across North Carolina RBC Center of Raleigh February 2-4,6-7 Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus 11 Larry the Cable Guy 17-18 Monster Jam March 4 Casting Crowns 24 Harlem Globetrotters 30 Turning Point's "Captured by Grace" rally Alltel Pavillion at Walnut Creek March 15-19: UniverSoul Circus Greensboro Coliseum February 3-5: Bass & Saltwater Fishing Expo 3-4: NC Junior Miss Scholarship Program presented by the Greensboro Jaycees 4: Northwest Twirp Dance 5: Champion Cheer All-Star State Cheerleading Championships National Warm Up Challenge 8-12: Ringling Bros, and Barnum & Bailey Circus 11: John Prine in concert 11: North Carolina Youth Soccer Association Southern Soccer Show 13: World Wrestling Entertainment presents "WWE Raw" 14: . Greensboro Symphony - Carolina Pops - A Musical Valentine 15: USAF Heritage Band of America 16-17: Carolinas Industrial Woodworking Expo 17-18: Arenacross 23: Greensboro Symphony - Masterworks Series 24-26: Central Carolina Boat Show 24: Rascal Flatts in Concert 24: Rhythms of Triumph - A Star Studded Tribute to Black History Month 25: Greensboro Symphony - Masterworks Series 25-26: Super Flea Market Wineter Jam 26: Magnificent 7 of Comedy March 2-5: 2006 ACC Women's Basketball Tournament 4: Spirit Unlimited March Cheer Madness Tournament 9-12: 2006 ACC Men's Basketball Tournament 13-14: GMT 900 Cadillac & Chevrolet Ride & Drive 13: Guilford College Bryan Lecture Series presents Bill Moyers 14-15: Dora the Explorer Live - Dora's Pirate Adventure 14: Triad Careers Job Fair presented by the News & Record 16,18: 2006 NCAA Division I Men's Basketball First Second Round Games I 17-19: Triad Best of Broadway Series presents "Tap Dogs" 18-20: Golden Triangle Wholesalers Gift & Jewelry Show John Prine 23: Charlotte's Web 24-26: Southern Ideal Home Show 25-26: Super Flea Market 31: Greensboro Symphony - Carolina Pops - Search for a Star: Famous Firsts RBC Center Alltel Pavilion at Walnut Creek 1400 Edwards Mill Road Raleigh, NC 27604 Event line: 919-861-2300 Box office: 919-861-2323 www.rbccenter.com 3801 Rock Quarry Road Raleigh, NC 27610 Concert line: 919-831-6666 www.alltelpavilion.com Eugene "Killer" Edgerson of the Harlem Globetrotters Casting Crowns Greensboro Coliseum 1921 West Lee Street Greensboro, NC 27403 Charge by phone: 888-397-3100 www.greensborocoliseum.com �'ase 12 High Country Loafer February-March 2006 February-March 2006 Hiah Country Loafer Page 13 North Carolina's zoos and habitats offer fun with domestic and exotic animals North Carolina Zoo 4401 Zoo Parkway Asheboro, North Carolina 27205 1-800-488-0444 The Park is open 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily. Guest are advised to visit Africa be­ fore mid-afternoon, especially if you ar­ rive after 12 noon in order to view all animals. TU„ V- is open 364 days a year. The The Zoo Zoo is closed Christmas day and during severe weather. Tickets Adults, $10.00; Senior Citizens 62 and +, $8.00; College Students (with valid student ID), $8.00; Children 2-12, $6.00 Rates subject to change without no­ tice. Sorry, no rain checks. Special group rates available. Located about 75 miles west of Ra­ ti in Asheboro, N.C. Zoo is nationally as one of the nation's finest zoos. It was the first American zoo de­ signed from its inception around the "natural habitat" philosophy-present­ ing animals and plants in exhibits that closely resemble the habitats in which they would be found in the wild. Among the most popular exhibits are those that display polar bears, sea lions, river otters, alligators, elephants, gorillas, baboons, rhinoceros, giraffes, and zebras. The 37-acre African Plains exhibit alone is as large a many entire zoos. . The 11-acre Prairie exhibit in the North American region showcases the zoo's collection of bison and elk. The Sonora Desert, an indoor recreation of the famous desert of the American South­ west is alive with roadrunners, rattle­ snakes, gila monsters, tarantulas and many more fascinating denizens of that hot v J 11%/v, dry climate.This was the nations A first State-supported zoo and remains one of only two state zoos, the other CanemNC&^»i«o the nation's larg­ est walk-through natural-habitat joo. Its African and North American exhibit HS" °'dS \« Hands-on educational tours avail­ able for groups of 10 or more. Extra discount for groups booking their visit two months in advance. Driving Directions From Hwy. 421 in Deep Gap, NC Take Hwy. 221 North 5 miles Turn left onto Railroad Grade Rd. Go nine tenths of a mile. Turn right onto Big Flatts Church Rd. Go 3.6 miles and New River Zoo will be on the left. expose children, many of whom never experience animals except on TV or through a fence, to a large variety of young farm animals. All the animals are very friendly and interact well with the children. Warehime Farm 4010 Highway 56. Wilton, NC 27525 Cherokee Bear Zoo 1204 Tsalagi Road gates, where a shuttle bus can transport you to the area where you're parked. Zoo officials recommend taking a minimum of five hours to explore all that the park offers at a comfortable pace. Grandfather Mountain 2050 Blowing Rock Highway Linville, NC 800-468-7325 Open Daily except Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day, weather permit­ ting in winter. Hours: winter, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; spring, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; summer, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; fall, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Tickets Adult 13-59 $14 ' Senior 60+ $12 Child 4-12 $6 Children under 4 Free Year-long passes Individual Adult $35 Individual Child $15 Group (good for passholder + 5 guests in same vehicle) $140 Group Hiking Pass (passholder +5) $70 Grandfather has seven environmen­ tal habitats for black bears, bear cubs, river otters, cougars, bald eagles, golden eagles, and white-tailed deer. Environmental habitats are large enclosures that allow visitors to see ani­ mals in natural settings. Unlike the ex­ hibits found in city zoos which bring in plants and boulders to recreate an ap­ propriate setting, these enclosures were built around the animals' actual native habitat. Viewing areas give visitors an upclose perspective of the animals as they live in the wild. Separated from the animals by moats or elevated above the habitats on large retaining walls, these viewing areas allow you to stand only a few feet away from animals you prob­ ably won't see in your everyday life. A special aquarium-like viewing area al­ lows you to enjoy watching the playful otters above or below the water. New River Zoo Keith M. Stroud, Owner 3581Big Flatts Church Road Fleetwood, NC 28626 (336)877-9219 mountain ranges. ^ .g Qn foot The best way • ^ exhibits and .g avaiiable to s0 you can exPai (rails. An inte ^ ^tween exhibit artransport v,slt . ...s are not visible Ubutmoatam^^terorexithy ©-mail: newriverzoo@yahoo.com www.newriverzoo.com Hours of Operation Monday thru Saturday 10am-6pm Sundays l-5pm Admission $6 Adults $5 Senior Citizens $4 Children (3-12) '-"^rrJ ^erican or African Special group tours Cherokee, NC 28719 828 497 4525 Email Us: mailto:coggins4@msn. com Open Daily March 1 Through De­ cember 31 Open Weekends January and Febru­ ary (weather permitting) Tickets $5.00 per person Children 3 & Under Free. Group Rates Available. Please call or email us ahead of time with your needs, and we will be glad to provide your group with the best rate possible. We also offer tour packages that include our Ice Cream Shop & Putt Putt Golf facilities. Directions To Cherokee Bear Zoo From Asheville, NC Take Interstate 40 West to Highway 74, exit #27. Follow Highway 74 (Great Smoky Mountain Expressway) to High­ way 441 North, exit #74. Turn Right at first light towards Harrah's Casino, and then turn left at next light. Cherokee Bear Zoo is located less than 1/2 mile at next light on left. Lazy 5 Ranch 15100 Hwy 150 East Mooresville, NC 28115 Phone Number (704) 663-5100 The Lazy 5 Ranch is a privately owned exotic animal drive-thru park that offers a 3.5 mile safari through the gently sloping pasturelands of Pied­ mont, North Carolina. While visiting at the Lazy 5 Ranch you will have the opportunity to view over < 50 animals from six different continents. You can see these animals from the safety ol your own car or call for reservations on our horse drawn wagons. Directions: Take 1-77 Sorth to exit 36 in Mooresville. Take a right onto High­ way 150 E. Stay on Highway 150 for w miles and you will find us on the le . (Don't be alarmed when you pass in < Rowan County. Even though our ad­ dress is Mooresville we are located in I : m 1m Admission Horse-drawn wagon Add Adults $8.50 $5.00 Children (2-11) $5.50 $3.00 Senior Adults $5.50 $3.00 Children under 2 years old are free. Santa's Land 571 Wolfetown Rd. Cherokee, NC 28719 • 828-497-9191 Features bears, lions and other cats, monkeys, sheep, llamas, turkeys, deer, wolf, cats, rabbits, pigs, peacocks—and, of course, reindeer. Tickets One admission price ($17.75, adults and children) includes all rides, zoo, en­ tertainment and exhibits. See our live magic show, baby bear feedings, Santa's village and more! Ride the famous Rudicoaster, mile-long train ride, paddle boats and much much more! Dead Broke Farm Carla Carlough 6921 Wildlife Trail Raleigh, NC 27613 919-596-8975 www.horsebackridingstables.com/ deadbrokefarm.html deadbrokefarm8tables@yahoo.com Looking for a great place to go trail SzZZainfr** riding? Come ride the scenic trails of Raleigh, NC with our personable guides or any of 30 other locations we ride. Enjoy the beauty of the woods, creeks, meadows and wildlife on horseback. We have horses suitable for beginners and experienced riders. We have trails that range from mild to wild. Ride for just 2 hours or choose an overnight camp­ ing/trail ride excursion. We provide ba­ sic riding tips prior to the start of each ride, but we also offer riding lessons. No age restrictions. Nevermore Farms Petting Zoo Diane Fisher dogcrazy@citcom.net A great place for family fun, we have angora and pigmy goats, pot bel­ lied pigs, fancy and funny chickens, and mustang horses. You can feed all the animals popcorn (they love it!), and a demonstration of mustang gentling techniques can.be arranged. Located near Brevard, NC, in beauti­ ful Transylvania County 828-877-5332 The Petting Zoo Angie Brunette Charlotte, NC 704-843-4722 Our goal with the Petting Zoo is to 919-528-0126 warehime@bellsouth.net Warehime Farm is a family-run farm located in the Raleigh/Durham area o North Carolina. Our love for animals goes back many years, and is not lim­ ited to farm animals only! We specialize in exotic miniature animals, reptiles, and are wholesalers of mice and rats. �Hiah Country Loafer Pai t 14 February-March 2006 Concerts, sports and special events Lawrence Joel Coliseum Complex February Gretchen Wilson with Van Zant and Blaine Larsen Time:7:30pm Doors: 6:30pm Price: $33.50 $43.50 February 3 Coliseum Fri February 3-4 Annex Fri-Sat February 4 Coliseum Sat N. C. High School State Cheerleading Championships Time: 10:00am Doors: 9:00am Price $8.00 at the door February 5 Coliseum Sun Wake Forest Women vs. Miami Time: 3:00pm Doors: 2:00pm Price: 758-3322 February 8 Coliseum Wed February 11 Coliseum Sat Xtreme International Ice Racing Time: 7:00pm Doors: 6:00pm Price: Adults $15.00; kids 12 & under $7.00 Sat Session 3: 8:30am Session 4: 6:00pm Price: $18 Event Pass, all sessions. $12 per Day Pass. $7 Championship Session 4 Feb 26 Coliseum Lot Triad Sports Car Club Autocross 8am-5pm Feb 28- Mar 3 Tues-Fri NCHSAA W. Regional Basketball Tournament Coliseum and Annex Time: 7pm & 8:30pm Doors: 6pm March 4 Sat Time: Ham, 12:30pm, 2pm, 3:30pm, 5pm, 6:30pm 8pm Annex Price: $8 adults & students. Under 5 free, for 1 session at 1 venue. March March 4 Wake Forest vs. North Carolina State CBS Sat Coliseum Time: 4:00pm Doors: 2:30pm Price: 758-3322 March 11 Cattle Barn Wake Forest vs. Boston College ESPN2 Time: 7:00pm Doors: 5:30pm Price: 758-3322 Sun Time: Sat NC Holstein Association Holstein Sale Time: 10:00am- 6:00pm March 12 Sun Education Building March 16-18 Coliseum Wake Forest vs. UNC-Charlotte ABC Time: 3:30pm Doors: 2:00pm Price: 758-3322 Leonard Building and Truck Accessories Show Time: 9:00am- 5:00pm Price: N/A For more information, call 789-5018 Thurs-Sat Joyce Meyers Ministries Time: Thurs, 16th7pm- 10pm; Doors @ 5:00pm Fri, 17th- 10am- 1pm; Doors @ 8:00am 7pm- 10pm; Doors @ 5:00pm Sat, 18th- 10am- 1pm; Doors @ 8:00am February 12 Coliseum Sun February 14 Annex Tues WSSU vs. Livingstone College Time: Women @ 5:30pm; Men @ 7:30pm Doors: 5:30pm Price: $15 Reserved, $12 GA Adults, $7 GA Students and Seniors March 19 Theatre Sun February 18 Coliseum Sat Wake Forest Women vs. Virginia Time: 3:00pm Doors: 2:00pm Price: 758-3322 March 23 Coliseum Thurs February 18 Annex Sat Fight Night Professional Boxing Time: 8:00pm Doors: 700pm Price: $15 advance, $20 at the door, $25 Reserved VIP Tables seat 8 Gold: $500 Silver: $360 March 29 Midway Wed February 19 Coliseum Sun Wake Forest Women vs. Clemson Time: 1:00pm Doors: 12:00pm Price: 758-3322 A Celebration of Broadway Music BROADWAY! The Star Spangled Celebration Time: 7:00pm Doors: 6:00pm Price: $28.50 Harlem Globetrotters Time: 7:00pm Doors: TBD Price: $75, $35, $23, $19, $14 (price includes $1.00 facility fee) Festival of Cultures Time: 9am - 2pm Cricket Arena, Charlotte February Wake Forest vs. North Carolina ABC Time: 1:30pm Doors: 12:00pm Price: 758-3322 February 21 Coliseum February 22 Coliseum East Coast World Finals Rodeo Feb 5 Spanish Rodeo & Dance with Los Roemys Feb 10-12 Clyde Beatty Circus March Price: $15 Reserved, $12 GA Adults, $7 GA Students and Seniors February 21 Annex 5:30pm Feb 3-4 March 3 Casting Crowns Tues March 22 Korn March 31-April 1 Teen Mania "Acquire the Fire" Tues Wed WSSU vs. NC Central Time: Women @ 5:30pm; Men @ 7:30pm Doors: Wake Forest Women vs. Savannah State Time: 7:00pm Doors: 6:00pm Price: 758-3322 Wake Forest vs. Clemson Time: 7:00pm Doors: 5:30pm Price: 758-3322 February 24-25 NCHSAA State Wrestling Championship Coliseum Times: Fri Session 1: 9:00am Session 2: 6:00pm Cricket Arena, 2700 East Independence Blvd., Charlotte To charge tickets by phone, call 704-372-3600 Website: www.crlcketarenacharlotte.com Lawrence Joel Coliseum Complex, 2825 University Parkway,Winston-Salem To charge tickets by phone, call 336-722-6400 Website: www.ljvm.com �CHRYSLER• DODGE •JEEP 2000 w. US Hwy. 421 • Wilkesboro, NC (336) 667-2886 • 800-523-2745 www.empiredodge.com EMPIRE CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP has been bringing you the best in service, selection and financing. We would like to thank all of our customers and friends and we look forward to many more years working with you. Tim Harrold :o-Owner - General Mqr Gary Phillips Service Manager^ Jason Byrd Service Advisor Fred .Sales Manager Curtis Smithey lervice Advisor J.J. Joines .Used Car Mgr. Ronnie Johnson Lot 2 Manager. Michael Wyatt .Business Mgr. Chris Sheets IT Director |Lawrence Elledge| Parts Manager Jeremy Hauser Sales Trish Greer Sales Tim Church Sales Jason Whitaker Sales Randy Queen Sales �Page 16 High Country Loafer February-March £UU0 reui"y™Ul 2006 Gatlinburs: Gateway to the Smokies The community of Gatlinburg is only two miles long by five miles wide, with just over 3,500 people who call the mountain burg home . The adja­ cent Great Smoky Mountains National Park, now boasting over nine million visitors annually, has transformed Gatlinburg into a mountain resort des­ tination, packed with accommodations of every sort, dozens of local-to-national restaurants, and attractions ga­ lore! Surrounded on three sides by the natural beauty of the National Park, Gatlinburg prides itself in its moun­ tain heritage, and the arts, crafts, and retail shops of the area reflect that heritage to a large extent. Gatlinburg is a walking community, especially along the Downtown Park­ way , which runs from one end of town to the other with hundreds of things to see and do in between. The river walk along River Road echoes the wistful sounds of the Little Pigeon River, with gazebos and benches along the walk­ way. Outside the Downtown Parkway and connecting side streets, the East Parkway at traffic light marked #3 is dotted with shops and restaurants for about three miles, and includes two su­ permarkets and the post office. At the corner of East Parkway and Ober Gatlinburg winter games Southern Exposure 5 takes to the slopes at Ober Gatlinburg Friday, Feb. 3, 2006. The fifth annual Winter Games consists of ski and snowboard competitions followed by a colorful cardboard sled derby. This event offers excitement for the entire family. There is no admission charge for spectators. Southern Exposure 5 kicks off with a skiing and snowboarding competi­ tion at noon where skiers and snowboarders will compete in slalom races. A thrilling ski and snowboard jumping competition follows at 1:30 p.m. The competition concludes with an award ceremony for each at 3:30 p.m. The final event of the day at 5:00 p.m. is sure to bring some creativity to the slopes in the unique Cardboard Sled Classic Race. The race, sponsored by Ober Gatlinburg and WBIR-TV, pits homemade cardboard sleds against the clock on a downhill snow-covered run. Forty-five sleds will vie for awards in­ cluding Speediest Sled, Most Sluggish Sled and Super Sled Design. Sleds are constructed of cardboard, paper, tape and adhesive to hold it all together. Each sled will be operated by at team of 2-4 adults. The Helen Ross McNabb Center, a regional nonprofit provider of mental health, substance abuse prevention, and social services located in Knoxville, will be the recipient of funds raised by the Southern Exposure 5 cardboard sled race. "Besides being a really fun race, the funds raised will be put to very good use," said Kelly Hodges, Spe­ cial Events Coordinator for McNabb. "They will supplement program fund­ ing and enable the Center to enhance the services we now provide the chil­ dren and families of East Tennessee. We are very grateful to the sponsors, volunteers and participants for their support of our efforts." The Helen Ross McNabb Center was founded in 1948 and was the first com­ munity mental health center in Ten­ nessee. The center serves 21 East Ten­ nessee counties and will assist over 6,500 children, families and adults in 2006. Limited parking is available on top of the mountain at the ski resort, but visitors can ride America's largest aerial tramway up to Ober Gatlinburg from the tram terminal in downtown Gatlinburg. For more information, please con­ tact Kathy Doyle at 865.436.5423 or Mary Crawford at 865.637.9711 or vis­ it www.obergatlinburg.com. Glades Road, at traffic light marked #3A, you'll find the Glades entrance to the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Com­ munity. Home to over 90 craftspeople and artists along the eight-mile loop, it's the largest gathering of its kind in North America, and inevitably you'll find a one-of-a-kind craft or work of art being crafted while you're visiting the numerous shops. Stop and chat along the way with a painter or potter, or let a broom maker show you how it's done. There's just so much to see, you can easily spend an entire day soaking it in! Once the sun sets, there's plenty of fine dining and entertainment to select from! From family-fare to filet mignon and everything in between, the area's restaurants are fixin' up something special to please you. Then, take a trip back in time to the slapstick vaude­ ville comedy of Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre for family-style entertainment that will have you holding your sides, or Lou Vuto's Reflections Theater and a tribute to the King of Rock 'n Roll, Elvis Presley... Thank you very much. There are some pretty awesome out­ let malls and theme parks nearby, just about fifteen minutes away from your home base of Gatlinburg. No matter the season, there's always something special going on in Gatlin­ burg! As if the entertainment and nightlife of Gatlinburg weren't already great reasons to visit, local merchants and the city's Tourism Department join forces to provide visitors with addition­ al events to entertain families, honeymooners, and kids-at-heart throughout the year. Here's the 2006 schedule of spring­ time soirees. • During the countywide Springfest three-month festival that begins in March, visitors witness Gatlinburg's transformation into spring when the city's streets overflow with baskets of beautiful blooms and flowering bulbs. The first flowers to be seen are the Pansies, Daffodils and Tulips fol­ lowed by more exotic flowers like the Mandevillas, Bougainvilleas, Lantanas, Scaveolas, and Wave Petunias. Live entertainment can be found along the city sidewalks, adding a festive flair to the time-honored Downtown Parkway stroll. • From April 11-15, the Arts & Crafts Community Easter Arts & Crafts Show displays unique hand­ crafted wares made by members of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Commu­ nity as they host their annual show at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. • On Easter morning, join in local tradition by attending Ober Gatlin­ burg's annual Easter Sunrise Service. The Sunrise Service is enhanced by the beauty of the Smokies when its visitors gather for this memorable service. Free tram rides to the mountaintop begin at 5:45 a.m. • The 56th Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage, April 24 - 30 is another great event, especially for hikers and nature lovers who love to see delicate wildflowers in bloom. Hosted by Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the University of Tennessee Botany De­ partment and the Gatlinburg Garden Club, this seven-day program offers more than 150 different hiking tours of trails ranging from easy to strenu­ ous, exhibitions, demonstrations, class­ room lectures and delightful motor ex­ cursions into the wonderful season of spring in the Smokies. • Gatlinburg further celebrates spring by throwing a mountain-style outdoor rib barbeque called "Ribfest & Wings" on April 20. Held on the Aquar­ ium Plaza and River Road, the smell of hickory-smoked barbeque and wings fills the air as folks sample secret sauc­ es on delectable ribs and wings from more than 30 vendors from all over the Southeast. This festive street party features live blues entertainment, lots of fun, and barbeque ribs on the open grill just for your tasting! Some of the area's leading horticulturists and land­ scape professionals are on hand to help the public learn about how to nurture flowers and plants. In addition to edu­ cational seminars, area nurseries also provide business owners and residents an opportunity to purchase plants and flowers during this all-day event. • Spring events draw to an upbeat finale with two unique happenings on the same weekend of May 19 -21. The Gatlinburg Scottish Festival & Games provide caber tossing, stories, dancing, bagpipes, border collie demonstrations and haggis during this three-day event at Mills Park. There's even a Scottish Parade downtown on the Parkway Fri­ day featuring more than 60 clans from around the continent and a free Celtic concert on the Aquarium Plaza follow­ ing the parade. • Gatlinburg's Fine Arts Festival, a family-oriented fine arts festival fea­ turing juried artists from around the country, delicious cuisine and music, takes place on the Aquarium Plaza and River Road on May 20 - 21. Proceeds benefit the Arrowmont School of Art and the Sevier County Arts Council. Por more information about Gatlinor Spring's special events, call 800/568-4748 or 865/436-4178. Moun­ tains of information can also be found online at www.gatlinburg.com Sprinfifest lasts all season �February-March 2006 High Country Loafer Page 17 Charlotte Bobcats Arena FEBRUARY Charlotte Bobcats vs. Atlanta 1 Charlotte Checkers vs. Gwinnett 2 Charlotte Bobcats vs. L.A. Lakers 3 Charlotte Checkers vs. Columbia 4 Charlotte Bobcats vs. Seattle 6 Charlotte Checkers vs. Columbia 7 Charlotte Bobcats vs. Philadelphia 8 Charlotte Bobcats vs. Toronto 10 Charlotte Checkers vs. Wheeling 11 12 Charlotte Checkers vs. Augusta Charlotte Bobcats vs. Portland 13 Charlotte Checkers vs. Pensacola 14 Charlotte Bobcats vs. New Jersey 15 Keith Urban 16 17 Charlotte Checkers vs. Greenville 18 Charlotte Checkers vs. Pensacola 19 Charlotte Checkers vs. South Carolina 22-26 Ringling Bros, and Barnum & Bailey Circus V 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 4:00pm 7:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 1:00pm 7:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm mm mmm Our Goal for 7:00pm 7:00pm 4:00pm arious MARCH 1-4 CIAA Tournament 6 Charlotte Bobcats vs. Miami 8 Charlotte Bobcats vs. Golden State 10 Charlotte Checkers vs. Gwinnett 11 Charlotte Bobcats vs. New York 12 Charlotte Checkers vs. Greenville 14 Charlotte Bobcats vs. Washington 15 Charlotte Checkers vs. Augusta 17 Smucker's Stars On Ice 18 Charlotte Bobcats vs. Detroit 19 Charlotte Checkers vs. Augusta 21 Charlotte Bobcats vs. Orlando 22 Charlotte Checkers vs. Gwinnett 23 Nickelback w/ Special Guests Chevelle and Trapt 24 Charlotte Checkers vs. Greenville 25 Charlotte Checkers vs. Florida 25 Harlem Globetrotters 28 Charlotte Bobcats vs. Atlanta 30 Charlotte Checkers vs. South Carolina 31 Charlotte Bobcats vs. Chicago s 7:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 7:00pm 4:00pm 7:30pm 7:00pm 7:30pm In October of 2005, residents of Charlotte and its surrounding areas welcomed a new beacon to Uptown Charlotte. Charlotte Bobcats Arena, built by the City of Charlotte and operated by the Charlotte Bobcats Organization, is home of the NBA's Charlotte Bobcats, the WNBA's Charlotte Sting and the ECHL's Charlotte Checkers. In addition to professional basketball, Charlotte Bobcats Arena will host a wide variety of premier events from college basketball games and tournaments, to popular concerts and family entertainment. • Street Address 333 East Trade Street Charlotte, NC 28202 Phone Numbers Main: 704-688-9000 Arena Events Tickets: 1-800-495-2295 Bobcats Tickets: 704-BOBCATS Sting Tickets: 704-424-WNBA Checkers Tickets: 704-342-4423 E-Mail Address: arenainfo@bobcatsbasketball.com ifrix Carolina!} 2006 Chevrolet Silverado Work Truck Prices Starting At: $13,988- After Rebate H EMPIRE O CHEVRDLJET (^^aamrr f PONT1AC THE KING OF LOW, LOW PRICES! 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FUNNY FARM Petting zoos and pony rides come with a friendly, experi­ www.zippityzoo.com enced staff, and KID FRIENDLY farm animals! 10% off for schools and churches, call or ZooToYou@ZippityZoo.com email for weekly specials! 100% INSURED. 3 different sizes available for your con- Looking for a great idea for a party or other event...Then invite the animals from Zippity Zoo!!! Our programs arc not only fun, but also educational...But don't tell the kids this! vienence. Prices start at $75...check us out on the web for more info! See you at the next party! We bring our zoo to you with live animal programs and petting zoos for Birthday Parties, Schools, Day Care Centers, Churches, Scout Groups, Nursing Homes, and much more. We serve WILMINGTON city, PENDER, NEW HANOVER, BRUNSWICK counties and surrounding areas. We offer a variety of animals such as: potbelly pigs, goats, sheep, ferrets, hedgehogs, Farm is located in Rocky Point NC , just north of Wilmington, NC prairie dogs, chinchillas, rabbits, and many species of birds and reptiles. These programs are hands-on, educational, and fun for children (and adults) of all ages. Prices start at 910-675-0829 or 910-297-6233 THE PETTING ZOO $100/hour, but vary depending on group size and location. Please visit our website or call Angic Brunette for more details. Zippity Zoo is fully insured and USDA licensed. Serving the states of North Carolina and South Carolina. Our goal with the Petting Zoo is to expose children, many of whom never experience Located in Shelby, NC 704-482-5544 animals except on TV or through a fence, to a large variety of young farm animals. All the animals are very friendly and interact well with the children. Charlotte, NC BARNYARD PARTIES 704-843-4722 Rhonda Dortch SUSAN'S MOBILE BARNYARD blackswanhorsefarm@hotmail.com Susan Kampen Black Swan Farm, Waxhaw-Monroc. Activities include a tour of the barnyard and the Invite Susan's barnyard to your next party. We bring two ponies and a donkey for riding, and for petting there's five bunnies, five guinea pigs, two goats, two sheep, two llamas, a animals, wagon rides, and hay slide. Picnic tables arc located in a shady area; you need to bring your own food and drink. Cost 175.00 Black Swan Farm 2610 Long Hope Rd Monroe, NC 28112 minature pony and a spotted minaturc donkey, a baby calf, a pig, ducks, chickens, turkey, pigeons, two ferrets, and whatever else 1 can find room for. Invite the whole gang to your 704-283-0373 next party! The fee for services is $225.00 for 1-1/2 hours. This barnyard would be per­ fect anywhere animals are enjoyed. CRAIG'S CRITTERS Charlotte, NC Jason Craig snakekeepr2@aol.com 704-843-1959 I have many REPTILES for your education and entertainment! Try a new style of birth­ day with a prehistoric party with Craig's Crittersss! Pet dragons, hold BIG snakes and educate kids about ALL animals in a fun and safe way. I have had alot of experience with kids and love the younger groups. warchimc@bcllsouth.net Warchime Farm is a family-run farm located in the Raleigh/Durham area of North Caro­ Serving Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill-Surrounding areas. 609 Highland Trail, Raleigh, NC 919-632-2542 WAREHIME FARM lina. Our love for animals goes back many years, and is not limited to farm animals only! We specialize in exotic miniature animals, reptiles, and arc wholesalers of mice and rats. 4010 Highway 56, Wilton, NC 27525 919-528-0126 Critters domestic or unusual can make a child's birthday an educational and fun experience. �February-March 2006 Page 19 High Country Loafer Bristol Motor Speedway Lowe's Motor Speedway Dragway Schedule The Dirt Track Schedule Event Date Time 03/04/2006 12:00pm Open House - Tech Inspections - Chassis Certifications 03/10/2006 12:00pm Test & Tune - Tech Inspections 03/11/2006 10:30am Non-Points Sunoco Bracket Racing Series Race 03/31/2006 12:00pm Test & Tune - Tech Inspections 04/01/2006 10:30am Sunoco Bracket Racing Series Race No. 1 04/07/2006 04/08/2006 12:00pm Test & Tune - Tech Inspections 10:30am Sunoco Bracket Racing Series Race No. 2 04/09/2006 08:30am Sunoco Bracket Racing Series Race No. 3 04/15/2006 10:30am 04/28/2006 07:00am 04/29/2006 07:00am Sunoco Bracket Racing Series Race No. 4 O'Reilly NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals O'Reilly NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals 04/30/2006 08:30am O'Reilly NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Time Event 04/21/2006 07:30pm The Colossal 100 05/24/2006 07:30pm Charlotte Outlaw Showdown Date Superspeedway Schedule Date Event 05/19/2006 08:45pm Quaker Steak & Lube 200 NASCAR Craftsman 05/20/2006 09:00pm NASCAR NEXTEL All-Star Challenge 05/25/2006 07:00pm CTC Pole Night 08:00pm CARQUEST Autoparts 300 NASCAR Busch Series H|LauiE5 Event Time Time 05/27/2006 Speedway Schedule Date 03/24/2006 09:00am Pole Day 03/25/2006 03:10pm Sharpie Mini 300 03/26/2006 02:10pm Food City 500 #teII lK3§! CAR SHOWS feLDUJR Visit www.lowesmotorspeedway.com and www.bristolmotorspeedway.com Allow us to show you the advantages of owning a mountain home as an investment and vacation getaway! 8 N. Jefferson Avenue IIKlMkl West Jefferson, NC PROPERTIES & RENTALS TOLL FREE: 800-628-2663 •SALES » VACATION RENTALS MTv.carolinamtn.com * PROPERTY MANAGEMENT OMOmUHITT 336-246-3010 tU The High Country Loafer The High Country Loafer is presented six times per year by Teresa Roark Laws in association with the Jefferson Post. All contents are Copyright 2006 and may not be reproduced without permission. For advertising rales and information, contact: Teresa Roark Laws at 336-846-7164 (email: tlaws@jeffersonpost.com) The High Country Loafer is published by The Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 203 South Second Avenue West Jefferson. NC 28694 336-846-7164 • fax 336-846-7165 • editorial@jeffersonpost.com Cfuuniliajewelry allows one to design andcustomize their own bracelets, necklaces andanklets, each fiaviny unique character and style. Select individualbeads from a larqe andqrowinq collection of the hiqhcst quality sterlinq silver. 14 K qoldandSwarovshi crystals. The unique jewelry system allows one to addandclumqc heads as they wish. Buy 5 Charms - Receive a FREE Lobster Claw Sterling Silver Bracelet! Hours: Mon - Fri 9:30am - 6:00pm Saturday 9:30am - 5:30pm Closed on Sundays 205B Shamrock Square Jefferson, NC 336-846-9552 �Page 20 High Country Loafer February-March 2006 NASCAR. America's most popular racing series Nextel Cup Series—race schedule Date 02/11/06 02/16/06 02/16/06 02/19/06 02/26/06 03/12/06 03/19/06 03/26/06 Venue Daytona International Speedway Daytona International Speedway Daytona International Speedway Daytona International Speedway California Speedway Las Vegas Motor Speedway Atlanta Motor Speedway Bristol Motor Speedway Race Budweiser Shootout Gatorade Duel 1 Gatorade Duel 2 Daytona 500 TBA TBA TBA TBA TV/Start TNT/» TNT/~ TNT/-NBC/~ Radio -/--/-/--/-- -/-- -/-- -/-- -/-- -/-- V- -/-- ./„ Busch Series—race schedule Date 02/18/06 02/25/06 03/05/06 03/11/06 03/18/06 03/25/06 Venue Daytona International Speedway California Speedway Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez Las Vegas Motor Speedway Atlanta Motor Speedway Bristol Motor Speedway -/-- -/-- Race Hershey's Kissables 300 TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TV/Start Radic -/-- -/- -/-- -/-- -/--/-- -/--/« -/-- -/-- TV/Start Radio Craftsman Truck Series—race schedule Date 02/17/06 02/24/06 03/17/06 Race Truck Series 250 TBA TBA Venue Daytona International Speedway California Speedway Atlanta Motor Speedway -/-- -/-- -/-- -/-- -/- -/-- •• • • • • • • • • • • • * • • • If you would like to share your Loafing Adventure or Advertise in the High Country Loafer Alex Laws & Grayson Gilley Relax after a tough game of Pool Football Contact: Teresa Roark Laws or Ashley Osborne at 336-846-7164 or mail loafing pictures to PO Box 808. West Jefferson. No Charge for Pictures being featured in the Loafer. This is Mimi, a one year old Duckling Lambert wants to know / miniature where the heck his sweater is, ay chihuahua. She Toby Lambert lays on the / lives with Pam and couch and he has to stay / Kayla Weaver of West warm in the window. Jefferson. Owner: Rebecca Lambert Submit a picture of your pet loafing! Send pictures and info to: tlavvs@jefTersonpost.com �February-March 2006 High Country Loafer Page 21 Drawing's more fun at Wilkesboro Raceway Park 50th anniversary The 2006 season marks the 50th year of dragracing at Wilkesboro. This year's guaranteed purse bracket race series will start on March 18. Gates open at 3 p.m. that day. Test and tune begins on Thursday, March 2, and will continue every first and third Thursday during the sea­ son. Information on additional March events was not available at press time. Wilkesboro Raceway Park is a pre­ mier one-eight mile dragstrip, located six miles west of the Wilkesboros on U.S. 421. For more information, call 336-9737223 or email ddunn@wilkesbororacewaypark.com. This 1968 Chevelle is owned by Timbo Blevins of Jefferson. Watch for his Flirtin'With Disaster crew at the Wilkesboro Raceway Park. Race Fever Tours Race Fever Tours offers exciting, fun-filled race tours to many major NASCAR races. Their 2006 schedule is: Bristol, TN, March 25-27 Martinsville, VA, April 1-2 Richmond, VA, May 6 Charlotte, NC, May 26-29 Brookyn, MI, Aug. 18-21 Bristol, TN, Aug. 25-27 Richmond, VA, Sept. 9 Martinsville, VA, Oct. 21-22 *Pit passes and hospitality passes are available for some trips. Also, sin­ gle, triple, and quad rates are avail­ able. All trips include ticket(s), round trip, video-equipped motorcoach transportation, driver's tip, pretzels, soda and limited beer (no beer is in­ cluded on the Richmond trips). All overnight trips include hotel accom­ modations. All prices are quoted per person double occupancy. Single, tri­ ple and quad prices are also available for most trips. Most trips depart from Westmin­ ster, Frederick and Hunt Valley. All trips over $307 require »a 50 percent deposit at time of signup. All trips under $307 require payment in full at time of signup. Any trip not sold out within 60 days of departure may be canceled with all money refunded. Prices are subject to change. Buses are non-smoking. Inap­ propriate behavior will not be toler­ ated. In case of Nextel Cup Race rain out, please ask or check your deposit form for more information. Options: (1) Use your own ticket and ride the bus with us; (2) You can meet us there option is available for most overnight trips. For more information: Address: Race Fever Tours, LLC 322-140 Village Road JCK Center Suite 7 PMB186 Westminster, MD 21157 Phone: Tim & Melinda Stephens 410-871-0035 Toll Free: 1-888-279-FLAG (3524) E-Mail: racefevertours@verizon.net. �Pafie 22 High Country Loafer February-March 2006 m m K itW HUNTING &FISHING Bass Pro Shop • Loafing fun for everyone Store Events I March 4,2006 - March 12,2006 Spring Fishing Classic Eddie Johnson March 11-12 Ter­ minator Lures Spinnerbaits: The Crescent Wrench of Bass Fishing Mike Lanier March 11-12 Termi­ nator Lures Jigs: Way More Than a Hook & Hunk of Lea Mack Lowe March 11-12 Berkley/PowerBait/Gidp/Abu Garcia/ Fenwick Drew Montgomery March 10-12 Tru Tungsten Pro Staff Hank Parker March 10-11 Mann's Bait Co. Michael Steele March 10-12 Sem­ inars or tank demos Blakemore Successful Rigging March 10-12 Coca Cola Fishing Simulator Coca Cola March 10-12 Experience Berkley Trailer. Hunting Workshops February 7,2006 Intro To Turkey Hunting Join us in the Hunting Department for this informative Introduction to Turkey Hunting. With Turkey season opening in mid April we will jump start the season to give you time to learn the basics and practice your calling. You will learn about decoys, calls, concealment and much more. This one hour class begins at 7:00pm at the gun counter. Please call 704-979-2200 for more information. February 22-24,2006 Hunter Safety Course This three day course is required by the North Carolina Wildlife Re­ source Commission in order to ob­ tain a NC Hunting License. Wildlife officers from our area will teach the three day course. Students must attend all three classes in or­ der to be certified. Classes are 6:0010H)0j>m each evening. Seating will be limited to the first 25 to sign up. Please call 704-979-2000 to register. March 6,2006 - March 8,2006 Hunters Safety Course This three day course is required by the North Carolina Wildlife Re­ source Commission in order to ob­ tain a NC Hunting License. Wildlife officers from our area will teach the three day course. Students must at­ tend all three classes in order to be certified. Classes are 6:00-10:00pm each evening. Seating will be lim­ ited to the first 25 to sign up. Please call 704-979-2000 to register. March 24,2006 - March 25,2006 Hunters Safety Course This two day course is required by the North Carolina Wildlife Re­ source Commission in order to ob­ tain a NC Hunting License. Wildlife officers from our area will teach the two day course. Students must attend both classes in order to be certified. Classes are 9:00am-5:00pm on Saturday and l:00-6:00pm on Sunday. Seating will be limited to the first 25 to sign up. Please call 704-979-2000 to register. Fishing Workshops March 21,2006 Crappie Fishing Basics Please join our Pro Staffer, Stokes McClellan, for this introduction to Crappie fishing. Stokes is a regu­ lar competitor on the Southern Crappie Tournament trail and will share his wealth of knowledge about what it takes to catch crap­ pie. This 1&1/2 hour class will begin at 6:30pm in our upstairs meeting area. Please call 704-979-2200 for more information. Flyfishing Workshops February 2,2006 Beginners Fly Tying Let our pros in the White River Fly Shop teach you the basics of tying flies. All materials will be free in this 2 hour class that will be held in the Fly Shop. Classes begin at 6:30pm. Please call 704-979-2200 for more information February 7,2006 Fly Tying Let our pros in the White River Fly Shop teach you the basics of tying flies. All materials will be free in this 2 hour class that will be held in the Fly Shop. Classes begin at 6:30pm. Please call 704-979-2200 for more information. February 9,2006 Beginners Fly Tying Let our pros in the White River Fly Shop teach you the basics of tying flies. All materials will be free in this 2 hour class that will lie held in the Fly Shop. Classes begin at 6:30pm. Please call 704-979-2200 for more information. February 14,2006 Fly Tying Let our pros in the White River Fly Shop teach you the basics of tying flies. All materials will be free in this 2 hour class that will be held in the Fly Shop. Classes begin at 6:30pm. Please call 704-979-2200 for more information. February 16,2006 Intermediate Fly Tying Join our pros in the White River Fly Shop for a free fly tying session. All materials are provided for this 2 hour class. Class begins at 6:30pm. Call 704-979-2200 for further data. February 21,2006 Fly Tying Let our pros in the White River Fly Shop teach you the basics of tying flies. All materials will be free in this 2 hour class that will be held in the Fly Shop. Classes begin at 6:30pm. Please call 704-979-2200 for more information. February 23,2006 Intermediate Fly Tying Join our pros in the White River Fly Shop for a free fly tying session. All materials are provided for this 2 hour class. Class begins at 6:30pm. Call 704-979-2200 for further data. March 9,2006 Fly Tying Let our pros in the White River Fly Shop teach you the basics of tying flies. All materials will be free in this 2 hour class that will be held in the Fly Shop. Classes begin at 6:30pm. Please call 704-979-2200 for more information. Camping Workshops March 11,2006 Where To Hike Overnight From the mountains to the coast. Our Tar Heel state has some of the most unique hiking trails in the southeast. With national parks and state parks lo­ cated across the state you have the op­ portunity to hike mountain trails or flat land trails along the coast or in between in the piedmont section of North Caro­ lina. Our pros in the camping depart­ ment will share those hidden trails you may not be aware of.This one hour class begins at 6:30pm in the camping Dept. Please call 704-979-2200 for more infor­ mation. Marine Workshops February 28,2006 Fish Finders 101 Join us at the Marine Coun­ ter for this 1 hour class on how to maximize the potential of your fish finder. Let our Marine pros show you hidden features on your depth finder that will enhance your next outdoor adventure. Class begins at 7:00pm at the Marine Counter. Please call 704-979-2200 for more information. Footwear Workshops February 18,2006 Selecting The Proper I liking BdGk Tired of sore, wet or clod feet dumg your outdoor activities? Let our prosm the footwear department show you how to select the perfect boot for all your out­ door adventures. This one hour class begins at 11:00am in the footwear de­ partment. Call 704-979-2200 for more information. Golf Workshops March 18,2006 Free Club Fittings Call 704-979-2200 for more info. 8181 Concord Mills Road, Concord, NC • 704-979-2200 • www.basspro-shops.com Hi HpwJ �February-March 2006 High Country Loafer Page 23 With warmer weather ahead, festivals return across North Carolina February 10 -February 12,2006 7th Annual Valentine Art & Craft Sho Statesville, North Carolina Held indoors beautiful Signal Hill Mall at the crossroads of 1-77 and I40.Attracts locals and travelers February 11 -February 12,2006 East Carolina Wildlife Arts Festival Washington, North Carolina Over 100 exhibit booths featuring wildlife art, carvings, photogrophy, de­ coys, pottery, jewelry and MORE February 18 -February 19, 2006 Civil War Living History Weekend Manteo, North Carolina The event will commemorate the 144th Anniversary of the Battle of Roa­ noke Island. February 25, 2006 Harvesters Crusade Craft Fair Raleigh, North Carolina Business Expo and Craft Fair February 25, 2006 Business Expo and Craft Fair Raleigh, North Carolina Business Expo and Craft Fair - All Vendors, Artisans and Crafters wel­ come. February 25, 2006 WinterFest 2006 Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina Business Expo, Festival and Family Fun Day! February 25, 2006 Hillsborough Rev War Living His­ tory Hillsborough, North Carolina A living history program of Revolu­ tionary War camp life with demonstra­ tions and tours March 1 -March 27, 2006 9th Annual Quilt Extravaganza Manteo, North Carolina The annual show will feature old and new quilts of the region. It is free and open to the public. March 3 -August 05,2006 2nd Annual Randolph Mall Art & Craft Asheboro. North Carolina Held indoors at Randolph Mall this event draws 1000 s of shoppers.lt is the site of XC zoo and more. March 11 -March 12,2006 Eastern Carolina Craftsmen's Fayetteville. North Carolina this will be the beginning of 31 years, a true arts and craft show March 11, 2006 Back to the Beach 2006 Car Show Kure and Carolina Beach. North Carolina Car show for vehicles 1980 and older at Ft Fisher Recreation Center. March 18 -March 19, 2006 Battle of Averasboro Reenactment Fayetteville, North Carolina Civil War reenactment events, living history events, food, merchants, muse­ um tours March 25 -March 26, 2006 Old Fashion Planters Day White Oak, North Carolina outdoor festival and tractor pull, food and craft vendors, entertainment all day, rides for children March 31 -April 02, 2006 Craftsmen's Classic Arts & Crafts Greensboro, North Carolina See the creative process in action as many exhibitors demonstrate their artJ craft throughout the weekend. March 31 -April 02, 2006 Craftsmen's Classic Arts & Crafts Greensboro, North Carolina Handmade fine arts & crafts by over 300 juried exhibitors for every style taste & budget March 31 -April 02,2006 Spring Craft Show at Cleveland Mall Shelby, North Carolina Held indoors the newly renovated Cleveland mall from one end to the oth­ er. April 1 -April 02, 2006 Home & Garden Spring Festival Raeford, North Carolina Art & Crafts, Food, Home Improve­ ment, Lawn & Garden, Kids, Carnival Games April 3-April 24, 2006 Dare County High School Art Show Manteo, North Carolina The four high schools in Dare County show their works. It is free and open to the public. April 7-April 9, 2006 Carolina Dogwood Pageant & Festi­ val Statesville, North Carolina 38th Annual Carolina Dogwood Fes­ tival and Queen's Pageant. Horseshoe, Golf Tournament, and Car ShowApril 8,2006 Halifax Faire Halifax, North Carolina Spring-time street festival held in Historic Halifax. Antiques,amusements, crafts, food, entertainment, April 8,2006 Duck Day at Sylvan Heights Water­ fowl Scotland Neck, North Carolina Guided tour of one of the world's largest collection of exotic waterfowl. April 8,2006 Spring Herb & Plant Festival Kannapolis, North Carolina Cabarrus County Master Gardeners are hosting a herb/plant sale with ven­ dors, educational speakers & more. April 13-April 16,2006 Redbud Bluegrass Festival Saxapahaw, North Carolina Gates open April 8 8:00pm Bluegrass Festival April 14-17 The Embers will perform live at this Earth Day event. Activities, food, crafts, rides, etc for everyone. April 26-April 29, 2006 Beaufort Wine and Food Weekend 2006 Beaufort, North Carolina The Beaufort Wine and Food week­ end showcases great wineries and winemakers. April 21 -April 23,2006 HerbFest 2006 Wake Forest, North Carolina Herb and Plant Sale with Fun for Adults and Kids April 27 -April 30,2006 MerleFest Wilkesboro, North Carolina Multi-genre Americana festival host­ ed by Doc & Richard Watson with crafts and family activities. April 21 -April 23,2006 Big Lick Antique Festival Oakboro, North Carolina Outdoor Show with 200+ Dealers with Antiques & Collectibles plus a Gun & Knife Show, great food April 28 -April 30,2006 The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival Fayetteville, North Carolina Provides something for everyone! KidStuff, a midway, live music on 3 stages, arts, crafts, vendors, food April 22,2006 Remembering Dale...Cool Car Show Kannapolis, North Carolina Located in beautiful Cannon Village, April 28 -April 29,2006 Elizabethan Tymes: A Country faire Manteo, North Carolina A 16th Century Faire- Many activi­ ties and learning oportunities for chil­ dren. April 28 -April 29,2006 April 22,2006 2nd Annual River Festival Greenville, North Carolina Janome Memory Craft 6600 Professional with AcuFeed: Layerd Fabric Feeding System To pefectly guide your fabric from both the top and bottom. • Start / Stop button • Favorite stitch settings default • Dual sewing lights • Enhanced screen clarity with more stitch details • The largest arm and bed space of any household machine: 9" x 5" • Stitching speed of up to 1000 spm • Automatic thread cutter • Independent bobbin winder • Knee lift • Hundreds of beautiful decorative and quilting stitches plus two lettering fonts and seven buttonhole styles • Extension table included Ashe Sewing Center JANOME www.janome.com 509 Bare Street West Jefferson 336 - 846 - 5757 �wwmmsimslh � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 2 Issue 1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2006_HighCountryLoafer Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post High Country Loafer [West Jefferson, N.C., February - March, 2006] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 24 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2006-02/2006-03 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/84ddcb89cdeb9945114620400a7e1978.pdf 8e98f072a370b9b6a403e6bbd37e53b2 PDF Text Text Wayne Gam on hir J938 Hariey Davidson Flathead ! %• «• Photo taken in 1949 Photo courtety of Steve Garni GIF WY, WATAUGA, WILKES & JOHNSON CITY, T �est JFefferson hcvrolet 1 IB i jjgr'- ty*. W" _ I El <« I i « * vi West Jefferson Chevrolet ZSSsrww 336-846-4636 R VOUUnON % www.wjchevy.net # 9 a SALE& Monday - Friday Saturday 8:00AM - 6:00PM 8:00AM - 4:00l»M SERVICE AND PARTS: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM Closed on Saturday and Sunday �April-May 2006 Hifih Country Loafer Page 3 MerleFest attracts best in bluegrass and more WILKESBORO, NC: Wilkes Com­ munity College recently announced that acclaimed singersongwriters John Prine, Robert Earl Keen, and Chip Taylor & Carrie Rodriguez, bluegrass pioneer and Hall of Honor member Curly Seckler, hot young mandolinist Josh Pinkham & the Pinkham Family Band, and Mag­ gie Peterson, "Charlene Darling" from "The Andy Griffith Show," have joined the lineup for MerleFest 2006, the 19th annual festival in celebra­ tion of the music of the late Merle Watson and his father Doc Watson, on its campus in Wilkesboro, NC on April 27-30, 2006. Among those pre­ viously announced as joining Doc Watson and Merle's son Richard Watson for MerleFest 2006 are Rory Block; David Bromberg Quartet; Alison Brown Quartet; Sam Bush Band; Guy Clark; John Cowan Band; Jerry Douglas Band; Bela Fleck & The Flecktones; Emmylou Harris; Hot Tuna; The Lee Boys; Laura Love Band; Nickel Creek; Tony Rice Unit; Peter Rowan; Darrell Scott; Mike Seeger; Pete Seeger; Larry Sparks & The Lonesome Ramblers; Gillian Doc Watson Welch; and The Waybacks featuring special guest Bob Weir. MerleFest will also welcome the Woody Guth­ rie tribute Ribbon of Highway End­ less Skyway, along with individual performances by tour members Slaid Cleaves, Eliza Gilkyson, Jimmy LaFave, and Sarah Lee Guthrie and Johnny Irion. Wilkes Community College has presented MerleFest since 1988. phones YOU want camera phones • video phones mp3 players • bluetooth® nationwide coverage YOU expect Ticket sales for MerleFest 2006 began last November. Those with Internet access may acquire their tickets easily by visiting www.merlefest.org and, if purchasing as­ signed seats at the Watson Stage, actually pick their seat location on line. Those without Internet access may purchase tickets by calling 1800-343-7857 (US only) or 336-8386267 weekdays. Tickets may also be ordered by fax (336-838-6277) and mail (MerleFest; P.O. Box 120; Wilkesboro, NC 28697). Those in­ terested in volunteering for Mer­ leFest should call 336-838-6292. MerleFest 2006 has also con­ firmed appearances by Paul Asbell; R.G. Absher & Extra Measure; Alberti Flea Circus; Angel Band; The Avett Brothers; the Biscuit Burn­ ers; Roy Book Binder; Laura Boosinger; Chatham County Line; Thad Cockrell & Caitlin Cary; The Cot­ tars; Donald Davis; Cheick Hamala Diabate; The Dillards; The Ditty Bops; Dixie Dawn; Robert Dotson; Double Decker String Band; The Duhks; Feufollet Flumpa & Friends; Pat Flynn & Friends; Frosty Morn Band; The Grascals; Green Grass Cloggers; Mitch Greenhill; Nora Guthrie; Jason Harrod; Algia Mae Hinton; Clyde Hollifield; David Holt & the Lightning Bolts; Clint Howard Band; IllMo Boys ; The Isaacs; David Jacobs Strain; Rever­ end Robert Jones; Si Kahn; Jim Lau­ derdale & his Bluegrass Band; Jack Lawrence; James Leva; The Local Boys; Clay Lunsford; The Mammals; Bill Mathis; Andy May; Mount Rog­ ers Ramblers; Nashville Bluegrass Band; NC Thumb and Finger Style Guitar Players; Pilot Mountain Bob­ cats; Harvey Reid & Joyce Andersen; Paul Rishell & Annie Raines; Wayne Scott; Larry Skipper; Steep Canyon Rangers; Tut Taylor; Joe Thompson •& Bob Carlin; Tom, Brad & Alice; Happy Traum; Jay Ungar & Molly Mason; Charles Welch; Pete & Joan Wernick; The Wilders and the Wilkes Playmakers. All bookings are subject to change without notice due to cir­ cumstances beyond the control of the festival. Stage schedules and other infor­ mation may be found at MerleFest's website, www.merlefest.org. ummy Tuch KL&fey nn Only $89 Jean Clac*i< 5 Po<ktl lean Tummy Tuck lean AS FEATURED IN... ix standard dot Carolina West /^-—Wireless 800-235-5007 • www.carolinawest.com Wwt Jefferson Wwt Jefferson 1447 Mt. Jefferson Rd Skyline Telephone 1079 NC l Iwy 194 N lwy M.tgi< Video T&[)S*Hlitr Wesl Jeflenon Tony Ivall 424 I M*!n SI. West Jefferson 94# Itwy 721 Business 336-246-^605 136-846- )b()1 Agents S-'WIS i ana 205-B Shamrock Square Jefferson, NC 336-846-9551 Hours Monday thru Friday 9:00 am 6:00pm Saturday 9:00 am 5:30 pm After Hours By Appointment �Paee 4 Hifih Country Loafer April-May 2006 Catch a ride on steam train and explore a lost sea The Lost Sea Tennessee's Railroad Valley Deep inside a mountain near Sweetwater in East Tennessee is a remarkable body of water known as The Lost Sea. Listed by the Guinness Book of World Re­ cords as the world's largest underground lake, the Lost Sea is part of an extensive and historic cave system called Craighead Caverns. The caverns have been known and used since the days of the Cherokee Indians. From the tiny natural opening on the side of the mountain, the cave expands into a series of huge rooms. Nearly a mile from the entrance, in a room now known as "The Council Room," a wide range of Indian artifacts including pottery, arrow­ heads, weapons, and jewelry have been found, testifying to the use of the cave by the Cherokees. The full extent of the Lost Sea is still not known despite the efforts of teams of divers armed with modern exploration equipment. The visible portion of the lake is 800 feet long by 220 feet wide. Glass-bottomed boats powered by electric mo­ tors carry visitors into the lake, which is stocked with some of the largest Rainbow trout in North America. Fishing, incidentally, is not permitted. In 1915 the idea of developing the cave for the public was conceived. A dance floor was installed in one of the large upper rooms. Cockfights were another fre­ quent activity in the cave. Meanwhile, other portions of the vast system were be­ ing utilized by moonshiners to produce that famous brew for which the mountains are famous. Hours of operation: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sept, Oct, Mar, Apr - 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. May, Jun, Aug - 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Jul - 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Closed on Christmas Day Located in Sweetwater, Tenn., off 1-75 south of Knoxville. In 1959, a small group of Chattanooga railfans, concerned about the dissaparance of steam locomotives and passenger trains for the railroads of America, organized the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM). In 1961, the TVRM was formally chartered as a non-profit, educational corporation. The first eight years were devoted to collecting whatever equipment was ob­ tainable by donation while seeking a permanent site for construction of an operat­ ing railroad in the Chattanooga area. In 1977, TVRM completed construction of a modern bridge panning the 4 high­ way lanes of Tunnel Boulevard and resumed track construction, which permitted doubling the length of our line, leading to a terminus near Cromwell Road (com­ plete with a wye) where today all trains are turned. Since TVRM is a volunteer (non-profit) organization, what might have taken a commercial railroad about four months to complete took us nearly 20 years. Today, however, TVRM's 6-mile roundtrip run stands as the only full-size oper­ ating railroad museum in the state and is providing the only regularly scheduled passenger service in east Tennessee - and generally pulled by a steam locomotive. It is the largest operating historic railroad in the southeast and Chattanooga's "Trademark Attraction." A significant milestone in TVRM development occurred in 1981 when a major investment allowed the installation of the turntable and shop at East Chattanoo­ ga and saw a good start on the 1890-era Grand Junction Depot at Cromwell Road, which was opened in August of 1984. Many other needed improvements were also made, with the result being that today the visitor can see, feel, smell and expe­ rience a slice of railroad history out of the 1930's; complete with a walking tour through a working repair shop. Hours of operation: Open daily, April-October. Phone: 423-894-8028 Located near Chattanooga. See www.tvrail.com for complete directions. CHEAP JOE S^ART^STUFF 2006 SATURDAY WORKSHOPS RUTHIE WINDSOR MANN LOGAN MATCUTTING Beginning Watercolor Custom Mat Your Own Artwork K e i t h I \ADCX yVnd Buy n C a n 1_ ocxf (Ocxr Heee, Whot y\ee\^ou Woitiu0 On? TARA BELK Drawing Techniques May 6 10am-1pm Cost: $5.00 Of May 27 10am-4pm Cost: $30.00 April 29 10am-4pm Cost: $30.00 Plus Dick Ensing, Jim Crompton,and Cathy Taylor. Space is limited and classes will Till fast. Call 828-262-5459 for details The Annual Cheap Joe's Trade Show Saturday, June 17 ^SZSZSSS. 1 Ovf80 8VVs,C«rs / C &TrueV* t0, • Choose \r««^ —i Mini Workshops on sale now, featuring Don Andrews, Sterling Edwards,Tom Jones and more. Call 1 -800-227-2788 to make your reservation today. See www.cheapjoes.com for the complete workshop schedule and package deals. • Cheap Joe's Art Stuff 374 Industrial Park Drive Boone, N.C. I r 119 Old Brickyard Rd., North Wilkesboro, N.C. 28659 Phone 336-667-6111 • Fax 336-838-8085 m.r#30834 WWW.SPECIALTYCARCOMPANV.COM See Marc Elliott, Roy Phillips, Doug Gardner or Pltil Stevens �April-May 2006 Page 5 High Country Loafer High Country's April and May events When you want to know what's going on around the High Country, THE place to go is the Welcome Center on Blowing Rock Road in Boone operated by North Carolina High Country Host. Here you will find answers to your questions, bro­ chures and much more. Their hours are 9-5 Monday-Saturday and 9-3 Sunday. Call 1-800-438-7500. We thank the High Country Host for allowing us to use their very complete calendar. April events 1 Blowing Rock Trout Derby - 6AM til 5PM, Saturday & Sunday - No preregistration necessary - Public waters only, no ponds - Fishing at Mayview Lake (Broyhill Park) for children 11 and under and persons with disabilities - Fish weighed and measured at the American Legion Building. Trophies & prizes awarded, 4:30PM Sunday - Free 828-295-7851 1 Opening Day for Trout Fishing Watauga County 1 Leatherwood Mountain Extreme Challenge - Witness the exciting sport of endurance horse racing! Teams come from across the US to match their strength and endurance against trails that have been called "the toughest in the eastern part of the country." For more information call 336-973-5044. Leatherwood Stables, Ferguson. 5-9 Appalachian Performing Arts presents Closets Are For Clothes - Fun­ ny, heart-wrenching, and exhilirating, this compilation of true coming out sto­ ries reveal a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. Wed-Sat at 8pm and Sun at 2pm at Valborg Theatre. Call 828-262-3063 for tickets. 6 Blue Ridge Wine Festival - Thurs­ day, April 6 - Saturday April 8. Enjoy wine tastings, seminars, cooking class­ es, winemaker's dinners, auctions, live music, cooking competitions, and more. Call 877-295-7965 for more informa­ tion. 8 Easter EGG-Stravaganza in Down­ town Boone. Call 828-262-4532 for more information. Boone 15 Parkway Craft Center - Enjoy a spring day at Moses H. Cone Memorial Park scrambling in search of hidden colored eggs! In addition to the "Egg Scramble" there will be other special activities for children and adults alike. 27-30 MerleFest - The Americana Music Celebration. Enjoy music, danc­ ing, contests, pickin', raflles, art & craft vendors and much more! Call 800-3437857 for ticket information. Wilkesboro April events May-Oct. Sugar Mountain: All Hik­ ing and Biking Trails Open through Oc­ tober. 6-27 Watauga County Farmer's Mar­ ket - Saturdays 7am-noon Horn in the West Drive. Fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, crafts, canned goods. Local vendors. Come early for best selection. Open every Saturday May-Oct.25 5 Tweetsie Railroad Opens for the Season! Tweetsie will be open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Call 800-5265740 for more information. Blowing Rock 6 Raffaldini Vineyards & Windy Gap Vineyards presents the Celebration of Spring Wine Release Party - Live mu­ sic, food and fun! No admission fee. For more information call 336-835-9463. Raffaldini Vineyards, Ronda. 13 44th Annual Art in the Park 10AM-5PM - American Legion Grounds - Series of juried fine handcraft and art show. FREE - 828-295-7851 19 The Walker Center presents Dionne Warwick - Listen to the interna­ tional music legend with nearly sixty charted hits at 8 pm. Call 336-838-6260 for more information. Wilkesboro 19 Cruisin' & Jammin' in Blowing Rock- Classic cars cruise in. Park Av­ enue & Wallingford Street, downtown Blowing Rock. Bluegrass music in ga­ zebo. 6-9 pm. Free. 800-295-7851, Blow­ ing Rock. 20 Blue Ridge Celtic Festival - The 3rd annual festival will feature sev­ eral well-known bands, a great variety Of artisans, vendors, heritage demon­ strations, dancing, children's activities and an evening concert. 800-243-8652, Blowing Rock 26 Tweetsie Railroad now open 7 days a week! Call 800-526-5740 for more information. Blowing Rock 27 Memorial Weekend in the Moun­ tains Fine Art & Craft Show at the Great Train Robbery & Emporium. Sponsored by Mountain Top Promo­ tions. Call 828-733-0675 for more infor­ mation, Banner Elk. 29 Orchard at Altapass Annual Me­ morial Day Party - The Orchard pro­ vides homemade barbecue, water, tea, paper goods. The musicians offer mu­ sic all day. You bring your family and friends and covered dishes to share, large enough for your group and some of the musicians. 888-765-9531 Late May-late June Peak Beauty of Red Catawba Rhododendron - The red Catawba Rhododendron is abundant all across Grandfather Mountain. 800-4687325 Photo by Jim Thompson 5500 Square Feet of Loafing Pleasure To Select the Perfect Diamond! DIAMONDS FROM 1/4 CARAT TO 3.02 CARATS GIA CERTIFIED SALES CONSULTANTS ON HAND TO ASSIST YOU IN YOUR SELECTIONS BRAND JEWELRY Wal-Mart Shopping Center • Wilkesboro, NC 1-336-667-2257 • 1-888-591-3174 W H W .thedianiondking.com Hours Mon - Sat 9:30am - 6:00pm Uyaway Now No Time Limit j V i Member J A • SJO • NCJA 90 Days Same As Cash �Page 6 April-May 2006 High Country Loafer Tartan Day: an evening of Scottish heritage at Jefferson Landing There will be no "tossing of the caber" taking place in Jefferson in April, but most of the other things that folks recognize as Scottish will be on hand. Jefferson Landing on the New River, in association with the Appalachian Scots-Irish Society and Grand­ father Mountain, will host the first Tartan Day Celebration in the High Country on Saturday evening, April 8. This beautihil golf and country club is the perfect back­ drop for such an event—after all, Scotland is where golf was invented. The evening will highlight the best ofScotland with the grand dining hall dressed out like a Scottish castle, compliments of the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games (www.gmhg.org). The evening will start with a social hour at 6:30 p.m. as guests get "piped in" by the sound of the bagpipe. The dinner will fea­ ture a buffet filled with unique Scottish dishes, while a Celtic harp provides the atmosphere. The meal will be followed by a concert featuring Jamie Laval, the 2002 National Scottish Fiddle Champion, ac­ companied by Ashley Broder on mandolin. Dancing will top off the evening, with Jamie providing reels, jigs and waltzes that will have the kilts swinging and everyone on their toes. Guests attending will also be eli­ gible for special giveaways that have an in­ teresting Scottish appeal. There will be spe­ cial spirits and other refreshments on hand to add to the evening's ethnic flavor. These are provided in part by Great Scot Interna­ ly performed with the tional (www.greatscoN.C. State Wolfpack tintl.com). Pipe Band, which Jamie Laval is no is based in Raleigh, secret to the High N.C., and competes Country. He has professionally as a dazzled audiences solo piper. in the area over the What is Tartan last couple of years Day? In 1998, the U.S. with performances Congress passed a at the Grandfather resolution proclaim­ Mountain Highland ing April 6 as Tartan Games, Christmas in July Festival and Day. This is a day Ashe Civic Center. to honor the many Laval (www.jamielacontributions Scotsval.com) brings a Americans have passion to his music made to the charac­ that has earned him ter and development a private audience of the United States. with the Queen of April 6 was chosen the United Kingdom. due to the fact that on that day in 1320, This past faii, he emJamie Lav/al barked on a tour of Scotland, where in support of King Robert I ("the the press proclaimed him to be "the next Bruce"), most of the ruling class in Scotland Alasdair Fraser." signed the Declaration of Arbroath, which Alice Harlow, who lives in Grassy Creek, simply stated Scotland would never surren­ will perform on the Celtic harp.She is a clas­ der its freedom or submit to another nation. sically trained musician. Harlow hasstudied As it says,"... for, as long as but a hundred of with some of today's best Celtic harpists and us remain alive, never will we on any condi­ will add a wonderful touch to the evening's tions be brought under English rule. It is in activities. truth not for glory, nor riches, nor honours Jerry Hudson will provide the pipe that we are fighting, but for freedom - for tunes; he hails from Durham, N.C. AN ac­ that alone, which no honest man gives up complished musician, Hudson most recent­ but with life itself" Scholars believe the Declaration of Ar­ broath influenced our nation's Founding Fathers more than any other document. Consider this: there were nine signers of the Declaration of Independence who were Scots. Nine of the 13 governors of the newly formed Untied States of America were Scot­ tish. A large percentage of George Washing­ ton's army was Scottish, as was John Paul Jones, regarded as the founder of the U.S. Navy. Come join the celebration of the Scottish people—even if you aren't Scottish your­ self—and learn more about our heritage. However, keep in mind that somewhere in your past your chances for finding Scottish blood are very good. North Carolina boasts the most Scottish descendents of any state and the influence of Scots on the Appala­ chian region is well documented. Indeed, in 2003, Gov. Michael Easley proclaimed April as Scottish Heritage Month in North Caro­ lina. The price for this wonderful evening is $50 per person for dinner (with all taxes and gratuity included) and entertainment. A cash bar will be provided with a wide se­ lection of spirits. Special gift winners will be drawn randomly from the registered gift list. Reservations are required and may be made online at www.jeffersonlandingdub. com or by calling 336-982-4449. Make your reservations now—seating is limited and you don't want to miss this! 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The first thing you need to do before you go shopping (at Libb/s) is to CLEAN out your CLOSET!!! Now I know it is a dreaded chore, but you do it. Grab a girlfriend and of­ fer to trade out helping each other with this fun task. Make a pot of coffee or mix your favorite drink and start cleaning out that closet. First, start by making five stacks: (1) Wear It...(2) Repair It...(3) Match It...(4) Treasure It...(5) Donate It. Wear It: This is the stack that you know you love to wear. Everything in this stack fits • V• \• •, • s •V • PO Box 10 • 205-B Shamrock Square Jefferson, NC 28640 336.846.9551 thelookC^skybest.com r ft ft W2W (What 2 Wear) A Column by Libby Cockerbam and you look fabulous in it. Repair It: This is the stack that you still love, but it needs a button sewn on, or there is a rip in the seam or the hem has come out of it. You still "love" things in this stack, so it must be worth it to have it repaired! Match It: This is the stack you "love" to wear but nothing in your closet matches it Or maybe you would wear it more if you could match it with a new sweater or jacket. You may have picked something up on sale that needs to be matched up so you will wear it! Take this stack and bring it into lobby's— match it up—and then you will wear it! Treasure It This is the stack that you don't wear often but you treasure these piec­ es. Maybe you wore the dress to your daugh­ ter's wedding—or maybe you wore it on a cruise. It's those outfits for or from special oc­ casions that you just want to keep. Donate It: This is the stack that you just have to give up. You don't love it anymore— and maybe they don't love you. It's those out­ fits that just don't fit—or are so outdated you don't need to be seen in them. So do yourself a favor and donate this stack to so someone else can really use them. OK, now that you have your stacks, it's time to put things back in your closet. As DOGGIE DO'S Libby Cockerham you put things back, the "Wear It" is where you start. Put things back by color and style. Put all your pants together, hang those four black pants together—then the khaki—then the navys—you get the idea. Then do the same with blouses, jackets, skirts and if you have dresses, the same. You don't put things in your closet as an outfit or you will never mix and match your clothing. So put pants, capris, skirts, blouses, tops and jackets by color in each group and you will be amazed at the choices you will find. Those outfits that you "treasure" need to all be put in a comer, or better yet, in a sepa­ rate closet in the same order. DO NOT store them in plastic. Garments need to breath and plastic bags will cause your clothes to yellow. To prevent dust on your "treasures," take old pillow cases and cut a hole to hang the clothes through—or just clip a sheet around them with clothes pins to prevent them from getting dusty. Speaking of clothes pins, they are great to hold shoulder pads together on the hanger so they will keep their shape. Now that you've gotten your closet to­ gether, make a list of things you need to make your wardrobe go further. Do you have fresh white tee shirts or white pants? Every­ one should own a denim jacket. And, when possible, always buy tops to match your bot­ toms so you can create outfits. Base dressing is the same top color, same bottom color and use a different color jacket or blouse to make an outfit. Its always smart to buy the jacket, skirt, pants and top in the same color so you can mix and match and create outfits. If you do this, then you'll really get more mile­ age from your clothing. And remember, you always pick out your outfit the night before so that you are prepared for your busy day ahead. Now ladies, I know this is a lot of informa­ tion, but the good news is Libb/s is here and 1 or any of the girls will be glad to help you any way we can to make your closet cleaning and spring fashion shopping easier. If you have questions or things to match, come by and let us help you. You might want to hire Libby for the afternoon or morning to "clean" your closet! Janome Memory Craft 6600 Professional with AcuFeed: Layerd Fabric Feeding System ft ft GROOMING 828.262.1662 7350 OLD HWY 421 S. • DEEP CAP. NC f BESIDE THE POST OFFICEJ COME BY AND SEE DICKIE & LINDA! AND REMEMBER.. ALL DOG ADOPTIONS RECEIUE FREE TOE NAIL TRIM! M. The High Country Loafer The High Country Loafer is presented six times per year by Teresa Roark Laws in association with the Jefferson Post. All Contents are Copyright 2006 and may not be reproduced without permission. 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Box 808 203 South Second Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-846-7164 • fax 336-846-7165 • editorial@jeffersonpost.com To pefectly guide your fabric from both the top and bottom. • Start / Stop button • Favorite stitch settings default • Dual sewing lights • Enhanced screen clarity with more stitch details ' •The largest arm and bed space of any household machine: 9" x 5" • Stitching speed of up to 1000 spm • Automatic thread cutter • Independent bobbin winder • Knee lift • Hundreds of beautiful decorative and quilting stitches plus two lettering fonts and seven buttonhole styles • Extension table included £i I Ashe Sewing Center JANOME www.janome.com 509 Bare Street West Jefferson 336 - 846 - 5757 �April-May 2006 High Country Loafer Page 9 Ongoing events and attractions in the northwest Alleghany County Alleghany Jubilee: 25 North Main Street in downtown Sparta. Tuesday night features bluegrass music from the Rise and Shine Band, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday night, the legendary White Top Mountain Band plays from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday night features a differ­ ent band each week. Open during the holidays except Christmas Eve (closed). Special New Year's Eve party Dec. 31. Come to dance or just to listen. Admis­ sion $4 for adults, children under 12 free. Concessions available. Located on Main Street in the old Spartan Theater across from the Alleghany Courthouse. Call 336-372-4591 for more informa­ tion. Backwoods Beat Jam: Old time mu­ sic jam every Thursday night beginning at 6:30 p.m. The Backwoods Beat Music store is located at 32 NC 18 south (Go south on NC 18 at the Courthouse cor­ ner. The last storefront on the right.) There's no admission and visitors are welcome, but the store is small. Squeeze in as best you can. Call 336-372-5777 for information. Burgiss Barn 102 Thistle Meadow Laurel Springs, NC 28644 Phone: 336-359-2995 | Toll Free: 800-233-1505 tom@grapestompers.com | www.burgissbarn.com Located on Elk Knob Road (just three miles from milepost 246 on the Blue Ridge Parkway) in Laurel Springs, North Carolina, the Burgiss Barn is the perfect place to host a private party for your group. Whether you come for the Sunday lunch buffet or want nice spot for your private catered party, the Bur­ giss Barn is the perfect solution for your weary bones and empty stomach. Crouse House Pickers: Whether to play or just to listen you can participate in a 20-year musical tradition at the Crouse House in Sparta every Monday night beginning at 6 p.m. Bluegrass and traditional musicians gather to jam. No two Monday night bands are the same but the music is always good. No ad­ mission but donations are accepted to defray expenses. The Crouse House is located two blocks north (behind) the Alleghany Courthouse at the corner of Grayson and Cherry streets. View mu­ sician photos from a recent jam. Mountaintop Cruisers: Owners of antique and unusual vehicles are in­ vited to gather the first Saturday of each month, May through September, in Farmers Hardware parking lot in Sparta at 4 p.m. for fellowship and mu­ tual admiration of their rolling stock. In August, there is an annual sock hop in the Black Exhibition Building at the County Fairgrounds in lieu of the park­ ing lot gathering. See the monthly cal­ endar closer to August for details. Open to all old-car buggs and their vehicles. Call 336-372-4730 for information. Silver Dollar Music Park: Live mu­ sic almost every Saturday (and some other days of the week). See their web­ site for schedule and performing bands. Take US 21 5 miles south of Sparta or 2 miles north of the Blue Ridge Park­ way intersection. Turn at the sign onto Glade Valley Road. Immediately bear to the left onto Glade Valley Church Road. Look for Music Park building on the right. Call 828-262-1722 for more infor­ mation. Ashe County Ashe County Cheese Company 106 E Main Street West Jefferson, NC 28694 Phone:336-246-2501 Fax:336-246-6135 ashecheese@skybe8t.com www.ashecountychee8e.com The Carolina's only cheese manufac­ turer, Ashe County Cheese has been in business since 1930. Watch cheese be­ ing made, then select one of your favor­ ites from our cheese and gift shop. Cardinal Lanes 787 Hwy. 221 Business West Jefferson, NC 28694 Phone:336-246-7077 Fax:336-246-2542 Bowling & family fun center includ­ ing: mini golf, billiards, arcade games, snack bar, clean facilities, moonlight bowling, youth leagues and summer & fall leagues. Open 7 days a week. Skate Zone Amusement Center 498 Beaver Creek School Rd. West Jefferson, NC 28694 Phone: 336-246-3232 skatezonel@earthlink.net www.skatezonenc.com Smoke-free family environment. Vid­ eo surveillance inside and out. Fun for the entire family; we provide skating, video arcades, air hockey, pool table, Play Station 2 games, radio-control car races, snack bar and a party room. We also rent for any occasion. Hours: Th.49, Fri. 4-11, Sa.3-11 and Sun. 3-9. We will open Mon - Wed for church groups & school field trips by appt. only. 336-384-1693 Ashe Civic Center 962 Mt. Jefferson Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Phone:336-246-4483 Fax:336-246-2180 ashecivicctr@sky best.com www.ashecivic.com The Arts Council's Community Pro­ gramming Series brings the best of mu­ sic and theatre to Ashe County, and the Civic Center ( 300 seat theater) is the home to the Ashe County Little Theatre and is also the sponsor of the annual Blue Ridge Brutal Bike Ashe Arts Center 303 School Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 Phone:336-846-2787 Fax:336-846-2787 jlashearts@skybest.com www.ashecountyart8.org The Ashe Arts Center in downtown West Jefferson features local artist's work in The Gallery Shop, changing visual art exhibits, concerts, and hous­ es the offices of the Ashe County Arts Council. Churches of the Frescoes JW Luke Rd | Glendale Springs and Beaver Creek Rd | West Jefferson 336-982-3076 Ben Long painted three frescoes at St. Mary's "Mary Great with Child" in 1974; "John the Baptist" in 1975; and "The Mystery of Faith" in 1977. In the summer of 1980, he painted the fresco of "The Last Supper" at Holy Trinity. Visitors are welcome. Todd General Store 3866 Railroad Grade Road Todd, NC 28684 Phone:336-877-1067 batmann52@skybe8t.com www.toddgeneralstore.com Old time general store established in 1914 with extensive deli, collectibles & antiques, gourmet foods, old time music jams on Friday evenings. Storytelling in season on Tuesday evenings. Cost $6. Mountain Music Jamboree 9331 NC Hwy 16 S Jefferson, NC 28640 Phone:336-384-4079 | Toll Free:800803-4079 atscott@fastransit.net www.mountainmu8icjamboree.com Mountain Music Jamboree & Buf­ fet presents great food with traditional, real country music and bluegrass. A vis­ it to the Jamboree is an opportunity to join in on real mountain heritage. You DON'T HAVE TO LEAVE TOWN TO GET THE VERY BEST CARE High Country Family Medicine Ashe Internal Medicine Mt. Jefferson Family Medicine Dr. Tammy Thore - Surgeon I)r. Dean C. Jones, Jr. - Surgeon Dr. Charles Jones - Surgeon Dr. Chauncey Santos - Orthopedics Dr. Daniel Strickland - Gynecologist & Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Staci Chamberlain - Emergency Medicine Dr. David Factor - Radiologist AND ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Together providing the very best care in the office and in the hospital 200 Hospital Avenue • Jefferson, NC 336-846-7101 • www.ashememorial.org �Page 10 High Country Loafer April-May 2006 Ashe County's BREW makes winning custom motorcycles BREW Bikes was started in 1984 by Steve and Kim Garn in Ashe Coun­ ty. The original name was Blue Ridge Electric & Welding, and later changed to its acronym, BREW. Steve has been in the motorcyce business since 1974. BREW has always worked on bikes, but in 2000 they decided to go fulltime into custom motorcycles and they have done quite well on the national level. Some of the national level awards won by BREW are: •Winner the last two years at Bik­ er/Penthouse in Sturgis, S.D. •Winner at "The Horse Magazine" show in Daytona, Fla. •Winner at the Heritage Show in Charleston, S.C. •Winner at Liquid Steel in Char­ lotte, N.C. •Four-time winner at the Show-NGo at Glencoe in Sturgis, S.D. •Three-time winner at the Metzeler Roadbike Magazine shows •Two-time winner at American Iron magazine's shows •Two-time winner at Broken Spoke in Daytona, Fla. •Winner at Hot Bike Magazine show in Sturgis, S.D. •Four-time winner at Ratshole Bike Shows •Two-time winner at Willie's Tropical Tattoo in Daytona, Fla. •Winner at The Last Resort in Day­ tona, Fla. BREW is now in the process of build­ ing two new bikes for Biker Build-offs this summer. They already have several shows booked this year. BREW has also had full features twice in Roadbike magazine and has been chosen the last three years as one of the metric bike builders. They have also had two feature articles in "The Horse" magazine. Biker maga­ zine will feature one of the company's latest builds, a 2001 Buell Lightning (chopped and transformed into a street fighter) in an upcoming issue this summer. BREW will also have their 1961 Harley Panhead and their 2001 Buell streetfighter featured in a new hardcover book by Doug Mitch­ ell, which is due out in July of this year. BREW is a deal­ er for most major brands of parts and accessories and also does service and major repairs on all brands of motorcycles. BREW has a full fabrication shop with milling machines, lathes, TIG welding, MIG welding, plasma cutting and tubing benders for all your custom needs. BREW has the newest powdercoating equipment for a tough, smooth, highgloss finish. They offer over 50 stock colors of powder and also can get that custom color powder within 72 hours for that perfect match. BREW also has sandblasting equipment and burnoff ovens to remove the original paint or coating on your existing parts for that perfect finish coat with powder. So if you have that special custom build in mind or want to have some special ideas for you bike, please give BREW a chance to show what we can do for you! BREW is located at 1241 Industri­ al Park Way, off Beaver Creek School Road, in West Jefferson, NC. For more information, call 336-246-8555 or visit their website, www.brewracingframes. com. Check out the local sports action—ACHS's Huskies are playing hard! Men's Baseball April 4 Tuesday April 5 Wednesday April 7 Friday April 11 Tuesday April 13 Thursday April 18 Tuesday April 21 Friday April 22 Saturday April 25 Tuesday April 28 Friday May 2 Tuesday May 4 Thursday JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V JV/V Wilkes Central MT.Airy Surry Central North Surry West Wilkes Starmount North Wilkes Hibriten Avery Forbush Wilkes Central Surry Central 4:30/7:30 4:30/7:30 4:30/7:30 4:30/7:30 4:30/7:30 4:30/7:30 4:30/7:30 12:00/3:00 4:30/7:30 4:30/7:30 4:30/7:30 4:30/7:30 Away Home Away Home Home Home Away Home Home Away Home Home 5:15/7:00 TBA 6:00 fM 5:15/7:00 6:00 PM 5:15/7:00 5:15/7:00 5:15/7:00 TBA Away Away Home Home Away Home Away Home Home Wilkes Central 4:30 PM Away Home Home Home Women's Soccer April 4 Tuesday April 7 Friday April 10 Monday April 18 Tuesday April 21 Friday April 25 Tuesday April 27 Thursday May 2 Tuesday May 3 Wednesday JV/V V JV/V V JV/V JV/V JV/V Wilkes Central Surry Central North Surry Starmount North Wilkes Avery Forbush Wilkes Central Surry Central Women's Softball April 4 Tuesday JV/V April 7 Friday JV/V Surry Central 4:30 PM April 11 Tuesday JV/V V North Surry Starmount 4:30 PM Anril ISTllCsdaV 4:30 PM April 21 Friday April 24 Monday April 28 Friday May 2 Tuesday May 4 Thursday V/JV IV JV/V JV/V V/JV North Wilkes Starmount Forbush Wilkes Central Surry Central 4:00 PM 5:00 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM Away Home Away Home Away 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM 4:00 PM Away Home Away Home Home Away Home Away Home Men's Tennis April 4 Tuesday April 6 Thursday April 10 Monday April 11 Tuesday April 13 Thursday April 18 Tuesday April 24 Monday April 25 Tuesday April 27 Thursday V V V V V V V V V Wilkes Central Surry Central Oak Hill North Surry Starmount North Wilks Oak Hill Forbush Wilkes Central Men's and Women's Track & Field Saturday, April 1 @ Appalachian Invitational (Qualifiers Only) Monday, April 3 @ Hibriten (Girl's Porter Relays) Wednesday, April 5 @ Hibriten (Boy's Porter Relays) Thursday, April 6 @ Home (vs. Forbush and Wilkes Central) Saturday, April 8 @ Reynolds Blue Ridge Invitational (Qualifiers Only) Tuesday, April 11 @ Home (vs. E. Wilkes, possibly Grayson Co.) Thursday, April 13 @ Home (vs. Forbush, North Wilkes, Starmount) Thursday, April 27 @ North Wilkes Monday, May 1 @ Surry Central (Conference Championship) @ Appalachian State (Regional) - Qualifiers Only Saturday, May 13 Saturday, May 20 @ UNC-A&T (State) - Qualifiers Only Call 336-246-2400 for more information! �April-May 2006 High Country Loafer Page 11 Concerts and Special Events across North Carolina RBC Center of Raleigh April 1 2 3 7 11 12-13 14 18 Women's Empowerment 2006 MARTINA McBRIDE Washington Capitals VS Carolina Hurricanes Kid Rock New Jersey Devils VS Carolina Hurricanes Cirque du Soleil Tampa Bay Lightning VS Carolina Hurricanes Buffalo Sabres VS Carolina Hurricanes May 12 Champions on Ice Alltel Pavillion at Walnut Creek April 21-22: Widespread Panic May 13: 25: Brooks & Dunn with Sugarland Gretchen Wilson with Trace Adkins Greensboro Coliseum April 1: NIFL Football - Greensboro Revolution vs. Lakeland Switchfoot in concert 4: Honda Fit Ride & Drive Greensboro Symphony 6: Anthony Hamilton in concert 7: Kids Carnival presented by Entercom Radio 8: NIFL Football - Greensboro Revolution vs. Charleston 8: Guilford College Presents "Lake Wobegon Days" starring Garrison Keillor 11: NIFL Football - Greensboro Revolution vs. Fayetteville 14: Greensboro Symphony - Carolina Pops - A Musical Valentine 14: Third Day in concert 15: 21-23: Triad Best of Broadway Series presents "Thoroughly Modern Millie" 21-22: Witness for Jesus 2: May 2-7: 4: 6-7: 10-14: 14: GYC Carnival presented by Greensboro Youth Council Greensboro Symphony Cirque du Soleil - Delirium Community Theater of Greensboro presents "Steel Magnolias" Tom Collins presents Champions On Ice 18-21: Sesame Street Live - Out Of This World NIFL Football - Greensboro Revolution vs. Florida 26: Greensboro Dance Theater Dance Recital 27: RBC Center 1400 Edwards Mill Road Raleigh, NC 27604 Event line: 919-861-2300 Box office: 919-861-2323 www.rbccenter.com Alltel Pavilion at Walnut Creek Greensboro Coliseum 3801 Rock Quarry Road Raleigh, NC 27610 1921 West Lee Street Greensboro, NC 27403 Charge by phone: 888-397-3100 Concert line: 919-831-6666 www.alltelpavilion.com www.greensborocoliseum.com �April-May 2006 High Country Loafer Page 12 Carolina Mo­ torcycle Events TLEFIELD - (250+ mile tour) We'll meet Day or Weekend Trips day's ride. We'll then ride on 1-40 South to at Team Powersports on US 70 East in Gar­ ner at 9:15 a.m. (222 US Hwy 70 East in Garner, NC 27259 919 772-7866), sign up for the Tour and enjoy a narrative about the NC 211 West and arrive at the Battlefield.* APR 1 - MRF HISTORY TOUR - BAT­ After a professional presentation by the TLE OF ALAMANCE - (110+ mile tour) Ranger, and hopefully a live fire Meet at the Citgo gas station on the cor­ stration. we'll tour the Battlefield. On the demon­ ner of Jcnks Road and US Hwy 64 in Apex way back to Raleigh, we'll stop at The Pink at 9:45 a.m. (8321 Jcnks Rd. Apex, NC Supper House for a late lunch. The barbe­ 27502), sign up for the Tour and enjoy a cue at The Pink Supper House is worth the narrative about the day's ride. Then we'll ride! We should be back to the Raleigh area ride to the Battleground and view the new about 5:30 p.m. 100% of donations will go history video, tour the grounds, and enjoy directly to the Motorcycle Riders Founda­ a live fire demonstration of a flintlock mus­ tion (MRF) to promote motorcycle aware­ ket. Departing the Museum, we'll ride to ness, safety, and fair legislation. For more the location of Pyle's Defeat and learn how information on the MRF, please visit their Lighthorse Harry Lee defeated a force three web site at: www.MRF.org Please show times his size. Afterwards we'll stop for your appreciation for this important nation­ lunch somewhere and discuss the tour. Tour al organization by supporting these tours will be. over at approximately 3:00 p.m. and and by becoming an MRF member. "Rain we should be back to the Wake County area or Shine" departure times subject to Tour about 4:00 p.m. 100% of donations will go Director's adjustments for weather related directly to the Motorcycle Riders Founda­ safety issues. Riders arc responsible for tion (MRF) to promote motorcycle aware­ their own lunches. Please arrive at the start ness, safety, and fair legislation. For more ready to ride. For more information, please web site at to go to Ashe County High point with tanks full, bladders empty and be information on the MRF. please visit their School's prom. His date, however, said no. see NCRider.com or send e-mail to NCRid- www.MRF.org Please show your appreciation for this important nation­ er@att.net or call 919 522-4922 al organization by supporting these tours and by becoming an MRF member. "Rain or Shine" departure times subject to Tour Director's adjustments for weather related safety issues. Riders arc responsible for their own lunches. Please arrive at the start point with tanks full, bladders empty and be ready to ride. For more information, please see NCRidcr.com or send e-mail to NCRidcr@att.net or call 919 522-4922 MAY 13 - MRF HISTORY TOUR MOORE'S CREEK NATIONAL BAT- Lisa and Michael Eller Pause for a moment while outS �April-May 2006 Page 13 Hifih Country Loafer 2006 NATIONAL STATE HOG RALLY INFORMATION State!s) I)ate(s) Location Call for Info 866 NVR-ALLY Pre- registration deadline by Mitch Phillips State Farm® agent Nevada May 18-20 Reno to Beatty Texas May 18-21 Abilene 866 HOG-2006 Nebraska May 26-28 Fremont 402 672-7654 March 30 April 7 March 30 Alabama June 1-4 Oxford 256 312-4662 April 13 Illinois June 2-3 Peoria 708 448-6581 April 14 Colorado June 8-10 Boulder to Greenwood Springs 303 422-4626 April 20 June 8-10 Hays 866 577-2559 April 20 April 20 Kansas North Carolina June 8-10 Asheville 828 686-0261 Indiana June 9-11 Fort Wayne TBD April 21 South Dakota June 9-11 Sioux Falls 605 371-2417 April 21 Arizona June 15-17 Williams TBD April 27 Hocking Hills, Logan TBD April 27 April 28 April 28 Ohio June 15-17 Alaska June 16-17 Palmer 907 277-1222 Minnesota June 16-17 Rochester 507 331-8459 Connecticut June 22-24 East Hampton June 22-24 Natchez TBD May 4 May 4 Mississippi 860 561-4783 May 4 Virginia June 22-24 Lynchburg 434 237-2727 Wisconsin June 23-25 Green Bay 715 552-5223 May 5 Montana June 24-26 Missoula to Kalispell TBD May 5 Idaho June 27-28 Boise, Twin Falls, Idaho Falls 208 939-6217 May 9 May 18 New York July 6-8 Catskill 718 279-7999 Wyoming July 13-16 Cheyenne 307 634-4428 May 25 West Virginia July 19-22 Canaan Valley Resort, Davis 304 925-2243 May 31 Information subject to change. It won*t be too many years before little Chasite Ackerman f above J is ready to roll out on her own Barley. At right. Mike Neaves gets in some cruising on a nice day in the High Coun­ try. At far right, members of the Boone Chapter of the Christian Motorcyclists Association took part in a Biker Sunday at Victory Christian Fellowship in Jef­ ferson last September. Helping to dispell the "biker" stereotypes held by some People, members of the CMA fwww.cma. org J minister to their fellow bikers and the community at large. Their members are often invited to churches in the area to speak. Cars, Truck and Motorcycles Cars and trucks far outnumber motorcycles on the roadways. No matter what type of ve­ hicle you're driving, everyone needs to follow the rules of the road and watch out for other vehicles. But. drivers of cars and trucks often don't recognize or see motorcycles. Because of their smaller size, motorcycles may present special concerns for motorists. To help motorists better understand the need to share the road with motorcyclists, here are some safety tips from the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF-USA): Motorcycles may look farther away than they really are. When preparing to make a turn, assume that the motorcycle is closer than it appears. Take extra caution in checking blind spots, as a motorcycle may be hidden from sight by the body of your car or masked by objects such as bushes, fences and bridges. Motorcycles may appear to be going faster than the rest of the traffic, but don't assume every motorcyclist is a speed demon. Motorcyclists can slow down without ac­ tivating the brake light. Turn signals may not cancel after a turn. Allow greater distance be­ tween your car and a motorcycle for stopping and don't assume turn signals mean they are going to turn again. Motorcyclists often adjust their position in a lane so they can be seen more easily, avoid debris or minimize the effects of passing ve­ hicles. Don't assume that this adjustment is a reckless maneuver. Although motorcycles have greater maneu­ verability than cars and trucks, don't expect a motorcyclist to always be able to dodge out of the way or be able to stop on a dime. Continu­ ally scan the road in front of you for all types of vehicles and allow more following distance behind a motorcycle, for your safety and that of the motorcyclist. �Page 14 j April-May 2006 Hifih Country Loafer Concerts, sports and special events Lawrence Joel Coliseum Complex April Triad Children's Show H&G Building Time: 9:00am- 5:00pm Price: TBD April 4 Employment Fair and Career Expo 2006 Annex Time: 10:00am- 5:00pm April 6-8 Winston-Salem Warthogs vs. Kinston Ernie Shore Field 6th- Thirsty Thursday 7th-Fireworks, Reading Program 8th- Hospice Race 8; Reading Program Monday-Sat 7:00pm; Sundays 5:00pm, Wednesdays Noon For more information, call 759-2233 April 7-9 US Scholastic Wrestling Association HS Wrestling National Open Annex Time: 9am-6pm April 8 Rabies Clinic Cattle Barn Time: Noon-3:00pm Price: $5.00 April 8 Garden Club Council Plant Sale Red Barn Time: 6:00am- 2:00pm April 10-13 Winston-Salem Warthogs vs. Myrtle Beach Ernie Shore Field 12th Noon game 13th Thirsty Thursday Monday-Sat 7:00pm; Sundays 5:00pm, Wednesdays Noon April 12 Hearts Criterium Bike Race Midway Time: 5:30pm- Dark April 15 Easter Egg Hunt Time: 10:00am Fairgrounds April 20 Sat NASCAR Dodge Weekly Racing Series Practice Bowman Gray Time: 5:00pm- 8:00pm April 20-22 Shepherd's Center Used Book Sale Education Building Times: Thurs & Fri - 9am-9pm, Sat 9am-3 pm April 20-23 Thurs- Sun NC Campers on A Mission State RV Rally Fairgrounds, H&G Bldg. Time: All Day April 1 April 21-23 Winston-Salem Warthogs vs. Wilmington Ernie Shore Field 21st- Fireworks, Reading Program 22nd- Free Clinic, Wachovia Night, Fireworks, 23rd- Kernersville Night, Family Fun Day Monday-Sat 7:00pm; Sundays 5:00pm, Wednesdays Noon April 22 Bill Gaither and Homecoming Friends Coliseum Time: 6:00pm Doors: 5:00pm Price: $24.75, $34.75 $2 off groups of 10 & more plus 1 free ticket April 24-27 Winston-Salem Warthogs vs. Frederick Ernie Shore Field 25th- Safe/Sober Night 26th- Reading Program 27th- Thirsty Thursday Monday-Sat 7:00pm; Sundays 5:00pm, Wednesdays Noon April 25 Hearts Criterium Bike Race Midway Time: 5:30pm- Dark April 28-29 Junior League of Winston-Salem Rummage Sale Annex and Ed Bldg. Time: Friday- 5:30pm- 9:30pm Saturday9:00am-12:30pm 1:00pm- 3:00pm Bag Sale April 29 NASCAR Dodge Weekly Racing Series Bowman Gray Time: 8:00pm Gates: 6:00pm May May 5-7 Winston-Salem Warthogs vs. Potomac Ernie Shore Field 5th- Boy Scout Campout, WS Trophy/Ring Give away, Cinco de Mayo, Fireworks, Principal Fun Fest, Reading Program 6th- Reading Program, Bark in the Park 7th- Family Fun Day, Reading Program Monday-Sat 7:00pm; Sundays 5:00pm, Wednesdays Noon May 6 NASCAR Dodge Weekly Racing Series Bowman Gray Time: 8:00pm Gates: 6:00pm May 6 Piedmont Tobacco Memorabilia Show Home and Garden Bldg Time: 9:00am May 9 Hearts Criterium Bike Race Midway Time: 5:30pm- Dark May 10 Spring Fling Senior Health and Wellness Expo Education Building Time: 9am-4pm May 13 Ronnie Milsap and the Piedmont Wind Symphony Coliseum Theatre Time: 8:00pm Doors: 7:00pm May 13 NASCAR Dodge Weekly Racing Series Bowman Gray Time: 8:00pm Gates: 6:00pm May 16-18 Winston-Salem Warthogs vs. Salem Ernie Shore Field 16th- IFB Beeper Ball, Ballpark Buyout 17th- Reading Program May 20 NASCAR Dodge Weekly Racing Series Bowman Gray Time: 8:00pm Gates: 6:00pm May 19-21 Fri-Sun Winston-Salem Warthogs vs. Lynchburg Ernie Shore Field 19th- Fireworks, Relay for Life, Reading Program 20th- Clinic, Building 429, Christian Concert 21st Family Fun Day May 19-20 Fri-Sat ACS Relay for Life Fairgrounds Time: 10am (Fri) until 10am (Sat) May 21 Triad Sports Car Club Autocross Midway Time: 8am-5pm May 23 Tues Hearts Criterium Bike Race Midway Time: 5:30pm- Dark May 26-28 Antiques Extravaganza Annex / Ed Building Time: 10am-7pm Fri; 10am-6pm Sat; llam-5pm Sun May 27 NASCAR Dodge Weekly Racing Series Bowman Gray Time: 8:00pm Gates: 6:00pm May 29-31 Mon-W ed Winston-Salem Warthogs vs. Myrtle Beach Ernie Shore Field 29th- Memorial Day Cricket Arena, Charlotte April Apr 6-9,2006 Care Bears Live "Caring & Sharing Friends" (http://www.carebearslive.com/) Cricket Arena Apr 28,2006 Firefighters Benefit w/ Lee Greenwood (http://www.cffa660.org/index.cfm?zone=/unionactive/view_page.cfm&page=Fundr aising20Concerts) Cricket Arena May 2Fall Out Boy (http://falloutboy.mylocalbands.com/?) May Cricket Arena Cricket Arena, 2700 East Independence Blvd., Charlotte To charge tickets by phone, call 704-372-3600 Website: www.cricketarenacharlotte.com Lawrence Joel Coliseum Complex, 2825 University Parkway, Winston-Salem To charge tickets by phone, call 336-722-6400 Website: www.ljvm.com �tonl-May 2006 High Country Loafer Page 1 £ Get ready for Myrtle Beach Bike Week! 66th Annual Myrtle Beach Bike Week events The 66th annual Myrtle Beach Bike Week takes place May 12-21 Friday—May 12, 2006 1st Day of Bike Week SP-Inlet Square Mall Outdoor Event Grounds. Vendors Open 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM FREE Parking & Easy access to ven­ dors (Custom bike Builders, Parts Ven­ dors, leather Vendors, Dyno, T-shirt Ven­ dors, Jewelry Vendors and much more) AHDRA Display - Racing Informa­ tion & 200 + MPR Drag Bike on display Details—http://www.myrtlebeachbikeweek.com/myrtlebeach_info.htm Thursday - May 18, 2005 7th Day of Bike Week SP—Inlet Square Mall Outdoor Event Grounds. Vendors Open 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM FREE Parking & Easy access to ven­ dors (Custom Bike Builders, Parts Ven­ dors, leather Vendors, Dyno, T-shirt Ven­ dors, Jewelry Vendors and much more) AHDRA Display - Racing Informa­ tion & 200 + MPR Drag Bike on display Saturday - May 13,2006 2nd Day of Bike Week SP—Inlet Square Mall Outdoor Event Grounds. Vendors Open 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM FREE Parking & Easy access to ven­ dors (Custom Bike Builders, Parts Ven­ dors, leather Vendors, Dyno, T-shirt Ven­ dors, Jewelry Vendors and much more) AHDRA Display - Racing Informa­ tion & 200 + MPR Drag Bike on display Sunday - May 14,2006 3rd Day of Bike Week SP—Inlet Square Mall Outdoor Event Grounds. Vendors Open 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM FREE Parking & Easy access to ven­ dors (Custom Bike Builders, Parts Ven­ dors, leather Vendors, Dyno, T-shirt Ven­ dors, Jewelry Vendors and much more) AHDRA Display - Racing Informa­ tion & 200 + MPR Drag Bike on display Monday - May 15, 2006 4th Day of Bike Week SP—Inlet Square Mall Outdoor Event Grounds. Vendors Open 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM FREE Parking & Easy access to ven­ dors (Custom Bike Builders, Parts Ven­ dors, leather Vendors, Dyno, T-shirt Ven­ dors, Jewelry Vendors and much more) AHDRA Display - Racing Informa­ tion & 200 + MPR Drag Bike on display MBBW Poker Run Tour —Everyone Welcome Details—http://www.myrtlebeachbikeweek.com/myrtlebeach_info.htm Tuesday - May 16,2006 5th Day of Bike Week SP—Inlet Square Mall Outdoor Event Grounds. Vendors Open 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM FREE Parking & Easy access to ven­ Friday - May 19, 2006 8th Day of Bike Week SP—Inlet Square Mall Outdoor Event Grounds. Vendors Open 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM FREE Parking & Easy access to ven­ dors (Custom Bike Builders, Parts Ven­ dors, leather Vendors, Dyno,T-shirt Ven­ dors, Jewelry Vendors and much more) AHDRA Display - Racing Informa­ tion & 200 + MPR Drag Bike on display Bike Show - Sponsored by - Chopper Road Shows Sign up 9:00 AM - Noon. Trophies at 2:00 PM Details on http://www.chopperroadshow8.com/bike_shows.htm or on http://www.myrtlebeachbikeweek. com/myrtlebeach_info.htm Sponsor of the "Best Paint" trophy www.eastcoastarties.com dors (Custom Bike Builders, Parts Ven­ dors, leather Vendors, Dyno, T-shirt Ven­ dors, Jewelry Vendors and much more) AHDRA Display - Racing Informa­ tion & 200 + MPR Drag Bike on display Bike Show - Sponsored by—Hot Hues Custom Finishes by Dupont Sign up 9:00 AM - Noon. Trophies at 2:00 PM Details—http://www.myrtlebeachbikeweek.com/myrtlebeach_info.htm Sponsor of the "Best Paint" trophy www.eastcoastartie8.com Wednesday - May 17,2006 6th Day of Bike Week SP—Inlet Square Mall Outdoor Event Grounds. Vendors Open 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM FREE Parking & Easy access to ven­ dors (Custom Bike Builders, Parts Ven­ dors, leather Vendors, Dyno, T-shirt Ven­ dors, Jewelry Vendors and much more) AHDRA Display - Racing Informa­ tion & 200 + MPR Drag Bike on display MBBW Poker Run Tour —Everyone Welcome Saturday - May 20,2006 9th Day of Bike Week SP—Inlet Square Mall Outdoor Event Grounds. Vendors Open 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM FREE Parking & Easy access to ven­ dors (Custom Bike Builders, Parts Ven­ dors, leather Vendors, Dyno, T-shirt Ven­ dors, Jewelry Vendors and much more) AHDRA Display - Racing Informa­ tion & 200 + MPR Drag Bike on display House of Blues—David Allan Coe Sunday - May 21,2006 10th & Last Day of Bike Week SP—Inlet Square Mall Outdoor Event Grounds. Vendors Open 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM FREE Parking & Easy access to ven­ dors (Custom Bike Builders, Parts Ven­ dors, leather Vendors, Dyno, T-shirt Ven­ dors, Jewelry Vendors and much more) Visit http://www.myrtlebeachbikeweek.com/ �Hifih Country Loafer Page 16 N.C Museum of History Centrally located in Raleigh, the North Carolina Museum of History pro­ motes the understanding of the history and material culture of North Carolina for the educational benefit of North Carolinians. Through collections and historical in­ terpretation, it encourages citizens and visitors to explore and understand the past; to reflect on their own lives and their place in history; and to preserve state, regional, and local history for fu­ ture generations. The facts: Hours Tuesday through Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Noon to 5:00 p.m. Admission Free Location The museum is located in downtown Raleigh, between the Capitol and the Legislative Building, at 5 East Edenton Street. The main entrance faces Bicen­ tennial Plaza pedestrian mall linking Jones and Edenton Streets. From the North or East: Take the Capital Boulevard exit off 1-440 north of Raleigh. Follow the Capi­ tal Boulevard (Downtown) designation. Continue south approximately two miles and turn left onto- Jones Street. Go three blocks. The museum is on the right. From the West or South: Off 1-440, take the Person Street exit. Proceed north for two miles. Turn left onto Edenton Street. Go three blocks. The museum is on the right. Parking Parking weekdays in the Jones/Edenton Street lot for $.50 per hour/$4.00 per day. Metered parking along Jones and Edenton Streets. Free parking on weekends. Their phone number is 919-8077900; their website is www.ncmuseumof history.org. • / ' *1 X11 April-May 2006 N.C Museum of Natural Sciences The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is the largest natural history museum in the Southeastern United States. Following an end-of-century reno­ vation that transformed the museum from a tired, 19th style to a cuttingedge 21st century facility, the Museum of Natural Sciences continues to grow and improve. The exhibits of the new North Caro­ lina Museum of Natural Sciences look at the natural world through the dis­ tinct lens of North Carolina's diverse geography, geology, plants and animals. By exploring our own backyards and taking a closer look at the familiar, we can better understand the world and our place in it as we learn about North Carolina's global connections. In this way, the Museum becomes a window on the world. Highlights include: •Blockbuster exhibits in the Special Exhibits Gallery. •Willo, the world's only dinosaur with a fossilized heart. •The Terror of the South, the only real Acrocanthosaurus skeleton dis­ played anywhere in the world. •Mountains to the Sea, an exhibit re-creating five North Carolina habi­ tats, complete with live animals and a 20-foot high waterfall. •One of the world's finest displays of great whale skeletons in Coastal Carolina. •Special Interactive Areas where Museum staff and volunteers can help you make the most of your visit. The facts: General Admission is free, although donations are cheerfully accepted. There is a cover charge for special ex­ hibits. Children 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult. The Museum is located on Bicenten­ nial Plaza in downtown Raleigh be­ tween the Capitol and the Legislature Building, at the corner of Jones and Salisbury streets. Hours are: Monday - Saturday, 9 am - 5 pm Sunday, noon - 5 pm First Fridays - On the first Friday of every month (except as noted) the Mu­ seum stays open until 9 pm. The phonne number is 877=4NATSCI; their website is www. natural sciences.org, Need an auto loan? Have credit problems? DR CREDIT CAN HELP Apply online today! 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Based on 20% down, 740 or higher Beacon Based on 20% down, OAC, 740 or higher Beacon I EMPIRE OCHEVR0LET VPONTIAC @HUICK Shop 24/7 online at www.empirechevy.com [2EMPIRE THE KING OF LOW, LOW PRICES! 1931 U.S. Hwy. 421B • Wilkesboro 838-2191 or Toil-Free 1 -888-406-2288 �Paste 18 High Country Loafer April-May 2006 North Carolina's Museum of Art spans more than five millennia The North Carolina Museum of Art houses the art collections of the State of North Carolina. These collections had their beginnings in 1947 when the North Carolina General Assembly appropriated $1 million in state funds for the purchase of works of art, mak­ ing North Carolina the first state in the nation to use public funds to buy a collection of art. The initial $1 million appropriation was used to purchase 139 European and American paintings and sculp­ ture. The Samuel H. Kress Founda­ tion matched the appropriation with the gift of 75 works of art in 1960, adding the Museum to its program of endowing regional museums through­ out the United States with works from the Kress Collection. The Kress gift to the Museum became the larg­ est and most important of any except that given to the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. The Museum opened in April 1956 in a renovated state office building in downtown Raleigh, the state capital. On April 5, 1983, the Museum opened in its present facility. The state's art collection spans more than 5,000 years, from ancient Egypt to the present—making it one of the premier art museums in the re­ gion. The ancient collection includes Egyptian funerary art and impor­ tant examples of sculpture and vase painting from the Greek and Roman worlds. The collection of European paintings and sculpture from the Re­ naissance through Impressionism is internationally celebrated with im­ portant works by Giotto, Sandro Bot­ ticelli, Raphael, Anthony van Dyck, Peter Paul Rubens, Antonio Canova, and Claude Monet. American art of the 18th and 19th centuries features paintings by John Singleton Cop­ ley, Thomas Cole, Winslow Homer, Thomas Eakins, and William Merritt Chase. Modern art includes major works by such American artists as Marsden Hartley, Georgia O'Keeffe, Franz Kline, Frank Stella, Jacob Lawrence, Elizabeth Murray, and Joel Shapiro. Modern European masters include Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, Paul Delvaux, Henry Moore, Anselm Kiefer, and Gerhard Richter. Galleries are also devoted to African, Ancient American, and Oceanic Art, as well as Jewish ceremonial art. Admission: Admission to the Muse­ um is free; however, fees are charged for some special exhibitions. Hours: Tuesday through Thursday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Museum is closed Mondays. Phone: (919) 839-6262 Location: A 170-acre tract on Blue Ridge Road, near the intersection of Wade Avenue and Interstate 40. Address: 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, N.C. 27607-6494; 4630 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 276994630. Photos courtesy of the NC Museum of Art The Museum's collections include classic British f left J and American paintings, as well as priceless antiqui­ ties such as the Roman bust above. April and May Events in Ashe County APRIL 2006 April 7th 7:30 pm Blue Ridge Chamber Players Chamber music from a group of four talented Charlotte musicians Ashe Arts Center 336-846-2787 jane@ashecountyarts.org April 13th 1:00 to 5:00 pm PSA Screenings by Dr. David Cooke Ashe Memorial Hospital 336-846-0781 www.ashememorial.org April 20th 7:00 pm Southern Accent Bluegrass Gospel - Ashe County Public Library 336-846-2041 www.arlibrary.org April 22nd 10 am - 2 pm Pets in the Park This will be the second annual day of fun with Man's Best Friends! All pro­ ceeds benefit the New River Zoo. Ashe County Park 336-982-4834 April 22nd - October 28 th 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Farmer's Market Ashe County Farmer's Market open each Saturday April through October. Local produce, flowers, plants, arts and crafts, home made treats, etc. made available for all to see and experience. Back Street West Jefferson 336-219-2650 The world of the partsong by a world class ensemble. Ashe Arts Center 336-846-2787 jane@ashecountyarts.org April 22nd 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Home Sweet Home Regional Home Show - Opportunity to meet local build­ ing contractors, homeimprovement spe­ cialists, realtors, etc. Ashe County High School Gym 336-877-3284 mainstreetnc@skybest.com May 13th 7:30 pm Coffee House Talent Night Songs, stories, and sumptuous desserts. Jefferson Methodist church Fellowship Hall 336-846-2787 jane@ashecountyarts.org April 28th 7:30 pm David Burgess International guitar competition win­ ner, Man artist of music with a magnifi­ cent technique," says Andres Segovia Ashe Arts Center 336-846-2787 jane@ashecountyarts.org MAY 2006 May 6th 9 am - 2 pm Spring Fest at Mountain View Elementary School. Free admis­ sion. Day-long celebration of the arts. Mountain View Elementary 336-846-2787 jane@ashecountyarts.org May 7th 3:00 pm Piedmont Chamber Singers May 14-15th May 14,1 pm May 15,8:30 am 2-Day Golf Tournament at Jefferson Landing and Mountainaire Golf Club High Country golfers are invited to tee it up for a one-of-a-kind, 36-hole golf tournament. Call the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce for an entry form. The Club at Jefferson Landing Mountain Aire Golf Club 336-846-9550 tourism@ashechamber.com May 20th 9:00 am - Noon Heart Walk for the American Heart Association Old Jefferson Courthouse 336-846-0781 www.ashememorial.org May 20th 7:30 pm Night of the Spoken Word An evening of poetry, short stories, and prose by local writers. Ashe Arts Center 336-846-2041 | jane@ashecountyarts.org May 20th 7:00 pm Holden Bare Acoustic Guitar & Piano Ashe County Public Library 336-846-2041 www.arlibrary.org �April-May 2006 Page 19 High Country Loafer Bristol Motor Speedway Lowe's Motor Speedway Dragway Schedule The Dirt Track Schedule Event Date 04/21/2006 Time 07:30pm Event The Colossal 100 10:30am Sunoco Bracket Racing Series Race No. 1 05/24/2006 07:30pm Charlotte Outlaw Showdown 04/07/2006 05:00pm Test & Tune - Tech Inspections 04/08/2006 10:30am Sunoco Bracket Racing Series Date Time 04/01/2006 Race No. 2 (Drag News All-Star Tour) Superspeedway Schedule Date 05/19/2006 Time 08:45pm Event Quaker Steak & Lube 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series 05/20/2006 09:00pm NASCAR NEXTEL All-Star Challenge 05/25/2006 07:00pm CTC Pole Night 04/09/2006 08:30am Sunoco Bracket Racing Series Race No. 3 04/15/2006 10:30am Sunoco Bracket Racing Series Race No. 4 04/28/2006 07:00am O'Reilly NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals 04/29/2006 07:00am O'Reilly NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals 04/30/2006 08:30am O'Reilly NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals 05/27/2006 08:00pm CARQUEST Autoparts 300 NASCAR Busch Series 05/06/2006 10:30am Sunoco Bracket Racing Series Race No. 5 05/28/2006 05:40pm 05/13/2006 10:30am Sunoco Bracket Racing Series Race No. 6 05/18/2006 05:00pm Ride Revolution Nights Season Opener 05/23/2006 05:00pm Ride Revolution Nights 05/25/2006 05:00pm Ride Revolution Nights 05/26/2006 09:00am The Masters Ultimate Auto Expo 05/27/2006 09:00am The Masters Ultimate Auto Expo 05/28/2006 09:00am The Masters Ultimate Auto Expo 05/30/2006 05:00pm Ride Revolution Nights RlueMmiet Map Company Coca-Cola 600 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series Visit www.lowesmotorspeedway.com and www.bristolmotorspeedway.com Gather Around Attic Heirlooms ; " Discover Your World • $5 off $25 purchase ' ' ' * $ 10 off $50 purchase with this ad Shops at Shadow line • 240 Shadow line Drive • Boone 828-264-5400 or 800-810-6277 Your Vacation Planning Larlv! 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April-May 2006 • NASCAR, America's most popular racing series Nextel Cup Series—race schedule Date 04/02/06 04/09/06 04/22/06 04/30/06 05/06/06 05/13/06 05/20/06 05/28/06 Venue Martinsville Speedway Texas Motor Speedway Phoenix International Raceway Talladega Superspeedway Richmond International Raceway Darlington Raceway Lowe's Motor Speedway Lowe's Motor Speedway Race DIRECTV 500 Samsung/RadioShack 500 Subway Fresh 500 Aaron's 499 TBA Dodge Charger 500 NASCAR Nextel All-Star Challenge Coca-Cola 600 TV/Start FOX/1:30 p.m. FOX/1-.30 p.m. FOX/8 p.m. FOX/1:30 p.m. FX/7 p.m. FOX/6:30 p.m. FX/7 p.m. FOX/5 p.m. Radio MRN/~ MRN/MRN/MRN/MRN/MRN/PRN /-PRN/- TV/Start FOX/3 p.m. FX/3:30 p.m. FX/8:30 p.m. FOX/3 p.m. FX/7:30 p.m. FX/8 p.m. FX/7:30 p.m. Radio PRN/~ MRN/~ MRN/-MRN/-MRN/~ MRN/-PRN/~ TV/Start SPEED/3 p.m. SPEED/8 p.m. SPEED/8:30 p.m. SPEED/2 p.m. Radio MRN/-MRN/-MRN/-MRN/-- Busch Series—race schedule Date 04/08/06 04/15/06 04/21/06 04/29/06 05/05/06 05/12/06 05/27/06 Venue Texas Motor Speedway Nashville Superspeedway Phoenix International Raceway Talladega Superspeedway Richmond International Raceway Darlington Raceway Lowe's Motor Speedway Race O'Reilly 300 Pepsi 300 Bashas' Supermarkets 200 Aaron's 312 Richmond 250 Diamond Hill Plywood 200 Carquest Auto Parts 300 Craftsman Truck Series—race schedule Date 04/01/06 04/29/06 05/19/06 05/27/06 Venue Martinsville Speedway Gateway International Raceway Lowe's Motor Speedway Mansfield Motorsports Speedway Race Kroger 250 Dodge Ram Tough 200 Quaker Steak & Lube 200 TBA OK, Boys - How many times do you brush your teeth a day? p Submit Your Baby's or Pet's Loafing Picture to tlaws@jeffersonpost.com Lucy and Sally are beagles that my wife 8c I rescued from the pound. They frequently lay and sleep like they were carbon copies of each other. It cracks me UP every time. Ray 8c Julie Calabria n»% Rrandon Jones, Zak Lawrence, Alex Laws, Tripp Spainhour, Cul/en Ashley, Grayson Gilley & Zak May If you would like to share your Loafing Adventure or Advertise in the High Country Loafer. Contact Teresa Roark Laws or Ashley Osborne at 336-846-7164 or mail loafing pictures to PO Box 808. West Jefferson. No Charge for Pictures being featured in the Loafer. Elijah Coldiron loafing around on Suberbowl Sunday. Eli is wearing his Dad's hat that he wore the last time Pittsburgh Played in the big game. Eli is the son of Larry 8c Amanda Coldiron. This is "Petey" enjoying a Christmas dinner of corn on the cob. Nell Lewis �April-May 2006 Hieh Country Loafer Page 21 Drawing's more fun at Wilkesboro Raceway Park 50th anniversary! The 2006 season marks the 50th year of dragracing at Wilkesboro. This year's guaranteed purse bracket race series started on March 18. Test and tune takes place every first and third Thursday during the season. Information on additional events was not available at press time. Wilkesboro Raceway Park is a premier one-eight mile dragstrip, located six miles west of the Wilkesboros on U.S. 421. For more information, call 336973-7223 or email ddunn@wilkesbororacewaypark. com. The action gets exciting whenTimbo Blevins of Jefferson hits the track. Watch for his Flirtin'With Disaster crew at the Wil­ kesboro Raceway Park. Race Fever Tours Ashe Clerk of Superio Court Race Fever Tours offers exciting, fun-filled race tours to many major NASCAR races. Their 2006 schedule is: Martinsville, VA, April 1-2 Richmond, VA, May 6 Charlotte, NC, May 26-29 Brookyn, MI, Aug. 18-21 Bristol, TN, Aug. 25-27 Richmond, VA, Sept. 9 Martinsville, VA, Oct. 21-22 ' Pit passes and hospitality passes are available for some trips. Also, sin­ gle, triple, and quad rates are avail­ able. All trips include ticket(s), round trip, video-equipped motorcoach transportation, driver's tip, pretzels, soda and limited beer (no beer is in­ cluded on the Richmond trips). All overnight trips include hotel accom­ modations. All prices are quoted per person double occupancy. Single, tri­ ple and quad prices are also available for most trips. Most trips depart from Westmin­ ster, Frederick and Hunt Valley. All trips over $307 require a 50 percent deposit at time of signup. All trips under $307 require payment in full at time of signup. Any trip not sold out within 60 days of departure may be canceled with all money refunded. Prices are subject to change. Buses are non-smoking. Inap­ propriate behavior will not be toler­ ated. In case of Nextel Cup Race rain out, please ask or check your deposit form for more information. Options: (1) Use your own ticket and ride the bus with us; (2) You can meet us there option is available for most overnight trips. For more information: Address: Race Fever Tours, LLC 322-140 Village Road JCK Center Suite 7 PMB186 Westminster, MD 21157 Phone: Tim & Melinda Stephens 410-871-0035 Toll Free: 1-888-279-FLAG (3524) E-Mail: racefevertours@verizon.net. Mike Little I will serve all the people ol Ashe County equally with honesty and integrity. 20 ]/ears of experience working with the public. Your support would be greatly appreciated. Paid for by the candidate �Pace 22 Hifih Country Loafer # WIIHWW' Myrtle Beach offers plenty of entertainment Live entertainment can be found all along the Grand Strand. Intimate dinner clubs and nightclubs offer solo blues and country singers, to small combos. Larger dance clubs provide the bands and dance floors for doing "the Shag". Myrtle Beach also hosts a fantastic number oftop-notch live entertainment shows and the list is growing all the time. So if you are looking for entertainment, this is the place! Plan to make it an evening to remember and take those good times home with you. m Alabama Theater - It's star-power that runs the Alabama Theater, some of the biggest names in the business make an appearance here. Based on the Alabama country rock group, the men themselves drop in and make an appearance several times a year. Barefoot Landing / North Myrtle Beach The Carolina Opry - The only show that has won every m^jor South Carolina tourism award, including the Governor's Cup and Most Outstanding Attraction. Readers of the Myrtle Beach Knight-Ridder newspaper The Sun News have voted this live music and comedy variety show the Best Show year after year. For best seats call (800) 843-6779 or purchase tickets online at www.TheCarolinaOpry.com. Comedy Cabana - 5-star comedy club featuring the top names in the business. Good Humor Bar & Grill. N. Kings Hwy. / Myrtle Beach The Crook & Chase Theater - During the year, Crook and Chase broadcast their TV show from this theater. Other times the stage hosts Broadway-type musical pro­ ductions with a real zing. Fantasy Harbour / Myrtle Beach Dick's Last Resort - Live music, no cover, no dress code, serves ribs, chicken and seafood! Barefoot Landing / North Myrtle Beach Dixie Stampede - Dolly Pardon has made her mark in Myrtle Beach by issuing forth a north - south challenge. It's a friendly rodeo-style competition along with some great food and a fun show! Hwy 17, Bus. / Myrtle Beach Ducks Beach & Shag Club & Ducks Too! - Beach music and rhythm and blues of­ fered up nightly, dance the night away! Main St. / North Myrtle Beach Fat Harold's Beach Club - Nightly DJs, free shag lessons, cookouts and the DJ Hall of Fame. Main St. / North Myrtle Beach The Forum - Steve Gatlin presents two different and uplifting shows filled with American music. Fantasy Harbour / Myrtle Beach House of Blues -The center of nightlife on the Grand Strand, eclectic mix of bigname musicians offer an evening of great sound. Cajun and traditional cuisine served. Barefoot Landing / North Myrtle Beach Photo courtesy of S.C. Division of Tourism When the sun sets in Myrtle Beach, an evening of exciting family fun awaits. Studebopper Dancers. Hwy. 17 & 21st Ave., North / Myrtle Beach 2001 - "Simply the Best", 3 clubs in one location offering live entertainment night­ ly along with DJs and deli menu. Restaurant Row / Myrtle Beach Yesterday's Nite Life - A full sports bar with loads of screens and lots of sports related games including full swing golf simulators and Dayton driving machines. N. Kings Hwy. / Myrtle Beach ' EMPIRE CHRYSLER JEEP • DODGE has been bringing you the best in service, selection and financing. We would like to thank all of our customers and friends and we look forward to many more years of loafing with you. Legends in Concert - Elvis is alive and singing in Myrtle Beach and so are the star doubles of many famous entertainers like Marilyn Monroe, Tom Jones and Dol­ ly Parton. 17 S. / Surfside Beach Medieval Times - Dine on a four course dinner while watching the valiant specta­ cle before you. In full regalia, knights compete on horseback, jousting for the cham­ pionship of the castle. Fantasy Way, off Hwy 501 / Myrtle Beach The Palace Theater - A star-studded list of acts, plays and solo performances fill this theater with some superb talent throughout the year. From Cosby to Evita to Lord of the Dance, it's live, dynamic and simply marvelous! Hwy 17, Bypass & 21st Ave. N / Myrtle Beach Ripley's Moving Theater - It may not be a "live" show but you will feel like you've been somewhere in these two awesome digital, surround-sound, earth moving 70MM films that put you in the middle of the picture. 9th & Ocean Blvd. / Myrtle Beach Southern Ice at the Savoy - The coolest show around. An ice spectacle with pro­ fessional and championship skaters, gymnasts and a slew of animals! Fun for the whole family. Fantasy Harbour / Myrtle Beach Studebakeris - Non-stop rock and roll, 50s based decor, featuring the fabulous EMPIRE CHRYSLER • JEEP • DODGE 2000 W. US Hwy. 421 • Wilkesboro, NC (336) 667-2886 • 800-523-2745 www.empiredodge.com �April-May 2006 High Country Loafer Page 23 Spring has sprung—and North Carolina's festival season has begun! April 1, Kenansville, NC, Relay For Life Arts & Crafts Fest, Vendors, Crafters, Entertainment, Free Admission, All Proceeds go to American Cancer Soci­ ety, 910-385-8689 April 1, Raeford, NC, Home & Gar­ den Spring Festival, Art & Crafts, Food, Home Improvement, Lawn & Garden, Kids, Carnival Games, 910-527-8610 April 3, Manteo, NC, Dare County High School Art Show, The four high schools in Dare County show their works. It is free and open to the public., 252-475-1500 April 7, Statesville, NC, Carolina Dogwood Pageant & Festival, 38th An­ nual Carolina Dogwood Festival and Queen's Pageant. Horseshoe, Golf Tour­ nament, and Car Show, 704-876-6499 April 8, Halifax, NC, Halifax Faire, Spring-time street festival held in His­ toric Halifax. Antiques,amusements, crafts, food, entertainment,, 252-5832261 April 8, Scotland Neck, NC, Duck Day at Sylvan Heights Waterfowl, Guided tour of one of the world's largest collection of exotic waterfowl., 252-8263152 April 8, Kannapolis, NC, Spring Herb & Plant Festival, Cabarrus County Master Gardeners are hosting a herb/ plant sale with vendors, educational speakers & more., 704-784-1925 April 8, Cedar Grove, NC, Cedar Grove Bluegrass Festival, For more in­ formation call, 919-732-1959 April 9, Raleigh, NC, 1st Annual Shop for a Cause Event, Fundraising event benefiting the Women \'s Center of Wake Co. featuring shopping, refresh­ ments, doorprizes., 919-844-0505 April 13, Saxapahaw, NC, Redbud Bluegrass Festival, Gates open April 8th 8:00pm Bluegrass Festival April 14th -17th , 919-563-1465 April 21, Wake Forest, NC, HerbFest 2006, Herb and Plant Sale with Fun for Adults and Kids, 919-441-9551 April 21, Marion, NC, NC Gold fes­ tival, celebrate the heritage of the gold and gem mining in NC, 800-959-9033 April 21, Oaikboro, NC, Big Lick An­ tique Festival, Outdoor Show with 200+ Dealers with Antiques & Collectibles plus a Gun & Knife Show, great food, 704-485-4906 April 22, Kannapolis, NC, Remem­ bering Dale...Cool Car Show, Located in beautiful Cannon Village, , 704-9386538 04-22, Greenville, NC, 2nd Annual River Festival, The Embers will perform live at this Earth Day event. Activities, food, crafts, rides, etc for everyone., 252752-2720 April 22, Clemmons, NC, Shaggin' at the Shell for Red Cross, Beach Mu­ sic/Shagging for the NWNC Chapter of American Red Cross - 336-724-0511, 336-724-0511 April 26, Beaufort, NC, Beaufort Wine and Food Weekend 2006, The Beaufort Wine and Food weekend show­ cases great wineries and winemakers. Tickets 2/1/06,252-646-2700 April 27-30, Wilkesboro, NC, MerleFest, Multi-genre Americana festival hosted by Doc & Richard Watson with crafts and family activities., 800-3437857 April 28, Manteo, NC, Elizabethan Tymes: A Country Faire, Held at Roa­ noke ISland Festival Park and features Renaissance era history, 252-475-1500 April 28, Fayetteville, NC, The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival, Provides something for everyone! KidStuff, a midway, live music on 3 stages, arts, crafts, vendors, food, 910-323-1934 April 28, Manteo, NC, Elizabethan Tymes: A Country faire, A 16th Centu­ ry Faire- Many activities and learning oportunities for children., 252-475-1500 April 28, Tryon, NC, Mountain Lau­ rel Arts & Crafts Fest, Handmade arts & crafts show showcased in an Old Time Mountain Celebration theme , 828-859-9414 April 28, Newton, NC, NewtonFest Springtime Blues Jam, NewtonFest is an annual Blues music festival featur­ ing numerous artists in a crawl format in downtown., 828-466-8833 April 29, Holden Beach, NC, Holden Beach Festival by the Sea, ELVIS (LVISmaness.com),MoJo Collins (Blues Guy), & Others/Arts & Crafts/ Shows & Contests....BE THERE.., 910-452-4053 April 29, Swansboro, NC, Art and Va­ riety Auction C.A.P.S., Carolina Animal Protection Society 2nd Annual Variety Auction Fine Art, Sports/Music Memo­ rabilia & More!, 910-326-1284 April 29, Spruce Pine, NC, Fire On The Mountain, Blacksmith Festival vendors, live demonstrations, hands-on tent with teachers, Blacksmith Art Ex­ hibit, 828-765-3008 April 29, Raleigh, NC, Feria para la Familia-Hispanic Fair, Expo-style His­ panic Family Fair with exhibitors, mu­ sic, raffles and kids activities., 919-8520075 April 29, Garner (Hwys 40/42 Area), NC, Strawberry Festival, Community Festival, Games, Prizes, Food, Arts/ Crafts & Business Vendors, Entertain­ ment, Family Festival, 919-773-8448 April 29, Clemmons, NC, Tanglewood Arts & Crafts Fair, FREE AdmissionArts & Crafts, Live Blue Grass Music, Children's Activities, food, door prizes & more!, 336-778-6250 April 29, Raleigh, NC, 10th Annual Neuse River Festival, Celebrate spring with a boat race/pleasure paddle, a live outdoor concert and other exciting ac­ tivities., 919-831-6855 May 1, Manteo, NC, 9th Annual Mollie Fearing Memorial A, The Dare County Arts Council produces this an­ nual show which is free and open to the public., 252-475-1500 May 4, Manteo, NC, Barbara Martin and Mac Walter Concert, A rich stew of earthy blues and folk peppered with sassy, swinging jazz., 252-475-1500 May 5, Hickory, NC, Hickory Alive, Free live concert every Friday night in Downtown Hickory, except May 26th and June 7th., 828-328-2080 May 5, Morehead City, NC, Chris­ tian/Gospel Concert Series, Christian Gospel Concert Series, 10th and Arendell St., Morehead City, NC First Friday of Month May - Oct, 252-504-3710 May 6, Burgaw, NC, Bannerman Vineyard Wine Tasting, Bannerman Vineyard and Winery Invites You to Join Us in Our 2006 Wine Tasting at the Vineyard, 910-259-5474 May 6, Goldsboro, NC, Cinco De Mayo Festival, Food, Music, Dancers, Bands, Kids games, prizes, 919-7380604 May 6, Wake Forest, NC, Meet In The Street, The 26th annual festival fea­ tures more than 70 artisans and crafters., 919-556-1519 May 6, North Wilkesboro, NC, 2nd Annual Grape Escape, Wine and Art Festival in Downtowri North Wilkesboro to showcase the Yadkin Valley wine re­ gion, 336-667-4875 May 11, Statesville, NC, 6th Annual Mothers Day Craft Show, Held indoors Signal Hill Mall this event attracts buy­ ers and sellers from hundreds of niles., 828-437-5002 May 12, Winston Salem, NC, Celtic Festival and Highland Games, High­ land Games with Friday night Celidh, and full games and music on Saturday ,336-924-8191 May 12, Union Grove, NC, Rockin' RibFest, Family-oriented RibFest fea­ turing top-notch BBQ and musical en­ tertainment!, 704-662-3620 May 12, Fayetteville, NC, The An­ nual River Show, This outdoor show is performed by the Cape Fear River. Din­ ner is catered by a local restaurant. , 910-323-4234 May 12, Black Mountain, NC, Lake Eden Arts Festival, Lake Eden Arts Festival (LEAF) is a non-profit world music and arts festival for all ages., 828-686-8742 May 12, Nashville, NC, Nashville Blooming Festival, Weekend festival includes live national and regional en­ tertainment , arts and crafts show, car­ nival, 252-903-9732 May 12, Pilot Mountain, NC, Mayfest, Six blocks of Pilot Mtn closed, for a well attended craft show, and an an­ tique car show! Food, rides!, 336-3682808 May 13, Salisbury, NC, Ashley's An­ tiques & Yard Sale, Over 350 vendors selling anything from yardsale to an­ tique & collectibles—free admissiongood food !!!, 704-633-9238 r ** AUTOFAIR i i FOOD LION i i i i i i i i i Thursday - Sunday, April 6-9 The Food Lion Pavilion will feature several unusual vehicles with land, sea, and air capabilities, including The Flying Red liaron from "Monster Garage, Steve Green's Tornado Attacker and an amphicar. Other attractions will include unique cars from l.ane Motor Museum, the "Globe of Death" motor­ cycle stunt show, a tribute to the Turbocharger and a collectible car auction conducted by Tom Mack Classics on Friday and Saturday. The Food Lion AutoFair takes place April 6-9 at Lowe's Motor Speedway.The Food Lion AutoFair hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday through Saturday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets can be purchased at the gate on event days. Adult tickets are $10 per day with children under 12 admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Parking for the event is $5. L J �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 2 Issue 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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The festival offers the best in Americana and American roots music and again features a diverse and multi-faceted line-up. It celebrates the music and life of Merle Watson, who would have been 57 this year, his father, Doc Watson, who turned 83 last month, and this Watauga County family's mu­ sical tradition. In addition to Doc and Rich­ ard Watson and other Mer­ leFest regulars, performers making repeat appearances at this year's festival include Emmylou Harris, Pete Seeger, the Dillards, Larry Sparks, John Prine and the Waybacks. Newcomers include Bob Weir as a special guest of the Waybacks, the David Bromberg Quartet, the Ditty Bops, the Grascals, Chatham County Line, Wayne Scott, the Lee Boys, Steep Canyon Rangers, Chip Taylor and Carrie Rodri­ guez, Curly Seckler, the Mammals, and the Ribbon of Highway, Endless Skyway tribute to Woody Guthrie with Slaid Cleaves, Jimmy LaFave, Sarah Lee Guthrie and Johnny Irion and Eliza Gilkyson. This year's festival layout has again been adjusted for construction of WCC's new Science and Technology Build­ ing, which will link the lower and upper campuses. Mer­ leFest contributed $1.2 million over five years towards the $8.4 project With completion of the con­ struction, more indoor restroom facilities and an easier route to the Walker Center will be available at MerleFest 2007. Festival gates open at 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 27; and at 8 a.m. on Friday, April 28, Sat­ urday, April 29 and Sunday, April 30. Tickets can be purchased online at www.merlefest.org or by phone, fax or mail. To order by phone, call 1-800-3437857 (U.S. non-local orders or 838-6267 local orders) be­ tween 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. To order by mail, the ad­ dress is MerleFest Tickets, P.O. Box 120, Wilkesborp, N.C., 28697-120. Tickets bought after 1 p.m., April 15 will be held at "Will cftscKpot rn*« WELCOME TO MERLEFEST PRESENTED BY WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE bss AftTIJT TfcAMSPOSTSrww 4-VIP ENTRANCE ovmhwmt iroftMi LOf T ANt> fOUWO lUTTXfl —vST' . frf&t j CHKK-IN /ifihOi !A «•' 1^x, e . //. >> M V ,1 \oouk, Ihcck 1 TruEtouN^F]i ALUMNI HALL ' C96IMTI0N >> *» " W-mmm FESTIVAL. CWttK-lN Call" in tiie Box Office tent. The online and telephone sales Box Office will close April 25 at 8 a.m. Tickets may be purchased at the gate start­ ing April 28 at 2^)0 p.m. Children 12 and under are admitted free for general ad­ mission seating if accompa­ nied by an adult Tickets are required for all seats in re­ served seating. Four-day pass with reserved seat ing at the Watson Stage: • rows 1-25, $ 225; • rows 26-40, $ 200; • rows 41-60, $ 175. (Web/Phone orders only limit of 10 per order.) Four-day pass, general ad­ mission, $145. Friday/Saturday/Sunday pass, general admission, $125. Single-day pass, general ad­ mission: • Thursday, $35; • Friday, $45; • Saturday,$50; • Sunday, $40. Free parking and free shut­ tle services are provided for MerleFest visitors from the "blue parking lot" in the Lowe's Park at River's Edge off N.C. 268 West in Wilkesboro. The largest of two new park­ ing lots built last year on the north side of the WCC Learn­ ing Resources and Student Center is available for Mer­ leFest three and four day ticket buyers at a fee. This parking is accessible only from the Meadowview Drive entrance to the college off N.C. 268 West. All seating is designated non-smoking. Four-day re­ served seats are in front of the Watson Stage (chairs provided and set up in advance by the festival). Unoccupied chairs (including "reserved seats") may be used by anyone before 5 p.m. or until the owner re­ turns. Special wristbands are required for admission or re- admission into the reserved seating area after 5 p.m. General admission seating is on a first-come, first-served basis and is located immedi­ ately behind the reserved seat­ ing area at the Watson Stage. All chairs and blankets must be removed daily, except "re­ served seats." Chairs are pro­ vided at most of other stages, or guests may bring their own.' On-site, over-night storage is available at the Lost and Found Tent for free. Children 12 and imder get up front seat­ ing at the Little Picker's Stage. As part of being a familyoriented music festival, an "R & R tent" with cots, baby changing areas, tables, chairs, and other amenities is pro­ vided. Not allowed at MerleFest are: • smoking in concert areas and WCC buildings; • alcohol or drugs; • pets; • unauthorized ATV's on campus or campgrounds; • unauthorized video or audio recording; • glass containers; All coolers, backpacks, etc. checked at entrance; • tents or canopies in con­ cert areas. MerleFest is the place for some of the best impromptu pickin' around. It goes on in parking lots, the Bee 3 Vintage Guitar Tent, the festival tent campgrounds, our on-campus RV campground and in Wilkes Acoustic Folk Society tents. It also includes "The Pickin Place," hosted by Tut Taylor The Local Boys, and the Wilkes Acoustic Folk Society MerleFest 2005 had a total participation of 80,104 and re gional economic impact to tailing $14.3 million. The man> civic organizations involved with MerleFest 2005 netted $370,000. �MerleFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 • 3 Doc Watson going strong at 83 Artliel "Doc" Watson, 83, is a living legend in acoustic mu­ sic. Talents of the influential folk guitarist shows no signs of being dimmed after four decades of performing. In addition to his music, Watson is known for being witty, down-to-earth "man of the mountains" who loves to share the music of his heart and home. His concerts are filled with hot flatpicking tunes, slow romantic ballads, blues num­ bers, delicately fingerpicked melodies and an old time gospel song or two. A childhood eye infection, exacerbated by a congenital vascular disorder near his eyes, took Doc's vision by the time he was a year old. Doc has always referred to his blindness only as a hindrance, not a disability. Arthel Lane "Doc" Watson was born in the Stony Fork Township, near what is now Deep Gap, on March 3, 1923. His father, General Dixon Watson, was a day laborer and farmer, who actively sung in the Baptist church and played the banjo. His mother, Annie, often would gather the family to sing hymns or read from the Bible. Doc's family was a mu­ sically inclined one and as he remembers. Doc's first instrument, bought for him by his father, was the harmonica, which he started playing at around five years of age. By age 11, his musical talent already grow­ ing, he had picked up the banjo. Watson attended the North Carolina Morehead School for the Blind in Raleigh as a teen. He learned a few guitar chords from a friend. His father later bought him a guitar. Not only did Doc Watson come from a musical back­ ground, but he married into another family of music when, at the age of 23, he wed his 15year-old third cousin RosaLee Carlton. Her father, Gaither Carlton, was a fiddler with whom Watson played regional hymns and ballads. Doc and RosaLee Watson had two chil­ dren, Eddy Merle, named after guitar great Merle Travis, and in 1951, Nancy Ellen. Throughout the 1950s, Doc supported his family by play­ ing music, tuning pianos, and with great reluctance accept­ ing some financial aid for the blind. It was while performing with Ashley, Howard, and Price at Union Grove, in I960 that the now legendary meeting of folklorist Ralph Rinzler and Doc Watson took place. A musician (the Greenbrier Boys) and promoter Rinzler had sought out Ashley, who in turn introduced Doc to him. Rinzler was impressed by Watson's abilities on the gui­ tar. Rinzler's "discovery" of Watson led to Watson's tour­ ing the coffeehouse circuit in the Northeast and eventually took him to the stage of the Newport Folk Festival in 1963, where he was embraced en­ thusiastically by the folk community, young and old. The year 1964 marked an­ other momentous event in Doc Watson's rich life. Upon re­ turning home from a concert tour, Doc found that his son Merle had taken up the guitar. of Wilkes, Inc. 928 N^ain Slreet. North Wilkeshoro,MC, Monday-Saturday 9:30-5:*"' Closed Wednesday Doc's wife, RosaLee, had taught Merle his first chords, and Merle, as Doc now re­ members, "Just took it and weift with it." Doc had entered a period of prodigious musical accom­ plishment. Merle started recording and touring with him in late 1964 at the Berkeley Folk Festival, and for the next two decades they be­ came opposite sides of the same coin: Doc, the front man, warming the crowd, doing all the vocals; Merle, quiet and bearded, letting his guitar speak for him. Together they made 20 al­ bums and won four Grammies, including one for Then and Now in 1973, and another for Two Days in November in 1974. Eddy Merle Watson rolled his farm tractor on a steep hillside near his home, ending the life of one of the world's great acoustic musicians in a tragedy eerily reminiscent of the blues ballads he loved. The RICHARD WATSON, left, is continuing a Watson family tradition by performing at MerleFest with his grandfather, Doc Watson, right. The event is held in memory of Richard s father and Doc's former musical partner, Merle Watson. intervening years notwith­ standing, the pain still res­ onates in Doc Watson's voice. Watson has been performing and recording for five decades, and during that time has won six Grammy Awards, including Best Traditional Folk Album at the 45th Annual Grammy Awards in New York. �4 • MerleFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 Meet the artists performing at 19th annual MerleFest Susana & Tlmmy Abell pres­ ent a lively and varied perfor­ mance for all ages. Susana Abell's career in teaching and puppetry spans two decades and three continents. Timmy Abell brings humor, character and an appreciation for tradition. He earned the "Parents' Choice Gold Award" and the American Library Association's "Notable Children's Recording" citation as a storyteller and songwriter. Abell appeared on N.C. Public TV's 40th Anniversary celebra­ tion. His latest CD, "Little Red Wagon" was an award winner. R.G. Absher and Extra Mea­ sure consists of Wilkes County natives involved with MerleFest since the beginning, thanks to their late friend, Bill Young. Extra Measure formed for the first Bill & Evelyn Young Night at MerleFest in 1992. The band's first CD, "Gypsy Wagon," was released in 1996. "Bai\jo and Bow" came in 1998, and "Shin­ er's Hollow" in 2000. The band's recordings center on historical themes and Appalachianmusic. Band members appeared prominently on the Absher-produced soundtrack album for the origi­ Paul Asbell's interest in blues nal musical "Tom Dooley: A and other roots music began Wilkes County Legend," and from discovering his father's Absher's productions "Celtic record collection in 1961 \yhen Cottage" and "King's Mountain he was 12. Asbell's father took Live." R.G. Absher and Extra him to a Carnegie Hall concert Measure is the host band for the featuring John Hurt, Lightnin' Hillside Stage at MerleFest. Hopkins and Doc Watson ayear The Albert! Flea Circus offers later, furthering his interest in 19th century entertainment for this style of music. They visited today's youth. Jim Alberti learned Watson at his Deep Gap home in the family flea circus business 1964. "I'll always be an excited from his grandfather. With a wide-eyed kid when it comes to 120-year family tradition behind Doc. I'm deeply honored to be him, the former N.C. School of asked to play at MerleFest this the Arts inst ructor brings to life year," said Asbell. classic old-world showmanship and entertainments for people of all ages in the Little Pickers area of MerleFest. Angel Band is the result of good musicians regularly meet­ ing for jam sessions at a small cafe in Wilmington, Del. David Bromberg had been playing at these jams each week. The signa­ ture song, "Angel Band," penned by Jefferson Hascall and Wil­ liam Bradbury, gave the group its name, and provides a vehicle for the rich, textured sound of the voices of Hascall, Bradbury and David Bromberg. Susana & Timmy Abell (FSS) The Avett Brothers blend punk and hard rock intensity, old-time country, folk and blues, calypso, top-notch songwriting and ragged-but-true harmonies, R.G. Absher and all delivered with Johnny Cash Extra Measure (TFSS) sincerity and bolstered by a strong work ethic and madman live show. The North Carolina trio's first recording, "Country Was," came in January 2002. Joined by bassist Bob Craw­ ford, these MerleFest favorites released their latest album, "Four Thieves Gone: The Robbinsville Sessions," in February 2006. 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New Location: 2 Miles North on Hwy. 421 288 Wcstgate Drive • Wilkesboro (Behind Handy's Camping) 973-820! or 1-800-422-4193 Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Saturday 8 to Noon We come to you! Get your mower serviced without leaving your home WINE nwiivAi ELKIN, NC • 2006 PrtU/dtl 4 IBANK Yadkin Valley Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 496 • Elkin, N.C. 28621 (336)526-1111 Ticket order forms are available online at www.yvwf.com Entertainment Jamie Carroll Band The Band of Oz plus a Grape Stomp and other fun activities! Bleacher seating or bring your own lawn chair or blanket No pets or coolers • On-site children's playground �2006 MerieFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 • 5 Meet artists continued from Page 4 Avett Brothers have been tour­ ing heavily while opening for BR-549 and recently appeared on the public radio show, "The World Caf£." The Biscuit Burners originat­ ed in the North Carolina moun­ tains and have completed two albums of almost all original songs, that were strongly influ­ enced by our many experiences and adventures in the towns we visit and the nature that sur­ round them. They're now work­ ing on an electric album, but plan to return to their acoustic roots on their third album. Mandolin picker and multiinstrumentalist John Stickley recently joined the band. Rory Block grew up surround­ ed by the folk music scene in New York City. In 1964 she heard her first country blues record and devoted herself to the blues and she was a major force among traditional country blues guitarists by age 15. She took a break from music to start a fam­ ily and then made abrief attempt to write "commercial music" on a major label. She returned to the blues and signed with Rounder Records in 1981. Her 13th release for Rounder, 1999 s "Confessions of a Blues Singer," won a W.C. Handy Award for Acoustic Blues Album of the Year. She also has won two Handy Awards for Traditional Female Blues Artist of the Year. Ms. Block played MerieFest in 1992, 1993 and 2001. Roy Book Binder is host of the blues stage at MerieFest and said no blues venue in the world has continually presented such a high caliber of performers who have dedicated their lives to keeping acoustic country blues alive. This year's blues stage fea­ tures first-timers Paul Asbell and Robert Jones. He said Doc Watson and his son, the late Merle Watson, have a history with blues music. "I hope some­ day MerieFest will issue a CD recorded at the Blues Stage so fans can take home some of the great moments we have had there. Laura Boosinger said she loves the opportunities to meet people at MerieFest. "One year I was behind the stage and was introduced to George Shuffler from Valdese, North Carolina. "I wasn't aware of George's great contributions to bluegrass music. His innovative crosspicking guitar style and 20 years with the Stanley Brothers. We got to talking and soon were laughing and joking with each other. George andIbegan to play music together. We discovered a mutual love for old-time country music. His intricate cross-pick­ ing, my clawhammer bapjo, and our harmony singing turned out to fit naturally. We began playing around western North Carolina and decided to record a CD." David Bromberg's musical careeer is rooted in Greenwich Village's flourishing coffeehouse folk music scene in the mid1960s, but he has started playing more with the Angel Band, Jay IJngar and Molly Mason. Bromberg's live show remains as unique as ever. Years ago, his guitar picking and stylistic range brought Bromberg to the atten­ tion of musicians like Bob Dylan, Ringo Starr, John Hurt, the Rev. Gary Davis, Tom Paxton and Chubby Checker. He has played as a sideman on over 100 albums, as well as numerous albums on his own. Alison Brown's sixth jazz/folk solo release since leaving Ali­ son Krauss & Union Station in continued on Page 6 The Biscuit Burners (FSat) r Allison Brown (FSS) Jl "fig? 1* * • j * pis. * -• * Laura Boosinger (FSS) fqfr „* 1% r jy V. Sam Bush (FSS) Roy Book Binder (FSS) Cattlin Cary and Thad Cockrell (FSS) John Cowan Band (FSS) m fl Rory Block (FS) David Bromberg Quartet (FSat) sr1 Chatham County Line (TF) �6 • MerleFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 Meet artists continued from Page 5 1991, called "Fair Weather," won a Grammy in 2001. The banjoplaying Harvard graduate and former investment banker joined Stuart Duncan and played with Northern Lights before joining Alison Krauss and withMichelle Shocked afterwards. Since leav­ ing Shocked, she has focused on the original sound of the Ali­ son Brown Quartet. It includes bassist husband and Compass Records co-founder Garry West and New Grange, with whom she performed at MerleFest 2000. One of the most influential musicians of the past 30 years, Sam Bush performed at the 1988 Merle Watson Memorial Festival with New Grass Revival and has been a fixture at MerleFest ever since. Bush's first studio record in five years, "King of My World" on Sugar Hill, appeared on his birthday, April 13, 2004. A few months earlier came "Hold On, We're Strummin'," a collabora­ tion with David Grisman. Bush said he always enjoys coming to Wilkesboro and MerleFest. "I've always been treated well at MerleFest, and those feel­ ings come through in our per­ formances. North Carolina has always been very good for me," said Bush. "MerleFestis the most family-oriented festival I have ever been to. There is just so much for youngsters and kids to do." Caitlin Cary and Thad Cockrell*wrote and performed the songs for an album of easygoing, '70s-style country duets titled "Begonias." had been in the plan­ ning stages for a little while. Ms. Cary has two solo albums to her credit. She's also in Tres Chicas, a folk-rock female trio that just finished recording a second album in London. She said sev- eral of her musician friends, in addition to Cockrell, have moved to Nashville over the last year and that the city now has a home-away-from-home feel. "Route 23" composer Dave Wilson of Chatham County Line made his MerleFest debut as a finalist in the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest. Holly Lowman of Sugar Hill Records, who knew Chatham County Line because they were from her hometown of Raleigh, encouraged a group of MerleFest staff to see their unofficial showcase during the 2004 IBMA World of Bluegrass. Chatham County Line continues to evolve and focus its sound, gaining acclaim as "the real deal." Emmylou Harris calls Guy Clark an American poet who writes about people and draws characters in a way like no one else. Clark puts together songs that sound effortlessly spontane­ ous and tell stories that reveal as much to the listeners about themselves as they do about the composer. Clark performs them with a rough-hewn strength and vitality that generates a compel­ ling stage presence. "He's the consummate artist. Guy Clark is not just a great Texas song­ writer; he's a universal song­ writer. I think it is essential for people to know and understand his music because it will change your consciousness when you get inside it," said Rodney Crowell. weekend. Performing with the Woody show has been a career highlight for me over the past few years. Cleaves said he'll be doing songs from his recent Rounder albums, "Wishbones" and "Broke Down," as well as previewingsongs from his soon to-be-released album, "Unsung." Cleaves said he'll bring some good pickers from his adopted town of Austin, Texas. Eustace Conway, director of the Turtle Island Preserve near the Triplett community of Watauga County, has lived in the forest as a professional "primi­ tive" for over 20 years. Conway has eschewed modern conve­ niences like running water and distractions like TV to live in touch with the Earth. He shares self-sufficient practices and a timeless love of natural living with MerleFest visitors. He has crossed the country both on horseback and by buggy, canoed the Mississippi River, kayaked the coast of Alaska and hiked the entire Appalachian Trail. The Cottars, Canadian multiinstrumentalists and stepdancers ranging in age from 15 to 17, came to MerleFest's atten­ tion through a performance on video. "Forerunner," the group's first U.S. release on Rounder Records, appeared on Jan. 10. "The Cottars have the same kind of drive and energy the Chief­ tains had when we were first starting out. With their combina­ tion of incredible musicianship, amazing voices and wonderful dancing, what a future they have ahead of them," said Paddy Moloney of the Chieftains. The Boston Herald called them one of the six folk groups poised to break through in 2006. Slaid Cleaves said he heard about MerleFest for years from other musicians, saw the lineup on the website and hoped he could someday be a part of this classic American festival. "I'm looking forward to being part of the Ribbon of Highway End­ less Skyway Tribute to Woody John Cowan arrived at Guthrie as well as doing a ccfuple of shows with my own MerleFest 2000 after releasing little combo throughout the "John Cowan" on Sugar Hill \ Faw & Associates Realty 902 Main Street Guy Clark (FS) Cleaves (FSS) A mountain native now liv­ ing on Ocracoke Island, Donald Davis has become one of the nation's preeminent storytell­ ers. Absorbing tales growing up in a family rich with stories, the retired Methodist minister has told on National Public Radio, at the Smithsonian, world's fairs and countless festivals. Davis has written and recorded his stories prolifically. "His stories often left listeners limp with laughter at the same time they struggled with a lump in the throat," wrote Wilma Dykeman in The New York Times. Cheick Hamala Diabate (pronounced shake haMAHl jaBAHtaby) was born in Kita, Mali, and is recognized as one of the top ngoni (a stringed lute that is the ancestor of the American barfio) players living today. The Diabates are a Jali (Griot) family that traces their heritage back more than 800 years. Along with the playing of music, a Jali is called upon to recount the history of the people via the spoken and sung word. A Griot is anointed by genetics and is trained from birth by his Home of continued on Page 8 the $199 The Cottars (SS) Eustace Conway (FSS) Cheick Hamala Diabate (FSS) NEW ARRIVALS FREE Delivery in Wilkes County Recliners and Swivel Rockers North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 i Records. Two years later came his follow-up, "Always Take Me Back." Like fine wine, time has simply made thingsbetter.-Since his solo debut at Telluride's 25th anniversary in 1998, Cowan has been delivering much talked about performances displaying a dynamic stage presence and powerful vocals that character­ ized his long tenure as bass play­ ing lead singer for New Grass Revival, with whom he appeared at the first MerleFest. Cowan's CD, "8745 Feet," collects live per­ formances from Telluride with the first incarnation of the John Cowan Band. The latest John Cowan Band CD, "New Tattoo," is slated for release June 13. 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He appeared at the National Museum of African Art, the Smithsonian's Folklife Festival, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and elsewhere. From Salem, Mo., Rodney Dlllard (guitar) and Doug Dillard (bai\jo) began performing as the Dillard Brothers in 1958, with John Hartford on fiddle. In 1962, they formed the Dillards with Mitch Jayne (bass) and Dean Webb (mandolin). TT\is configu­ ration of the band was together for six years and is considered the "original" Dillards. After arriv­ ing in Los Angeles in November, 1962, they got a job on the "Andy Griffith Show" as a family of slow-witted hillbillies called "The Darlin' Family." In 1964, the Dillards recorded an album for World Pacific Recordsunder the name "The Folks wingers," with Glen Campbell playing 12-string guitar. The Dillards were an influential bluegrass band in the 1960s. After Herb Pederson left the Dillards in 1972, the group went through several personnel changes. The group folded and during most of the 80s, Rodney and Dean worked together at a theme park in Branson, Mo. In 2001, Rodney and Doug began booking dates together again as the Dillards. The following year, they appeared at Carnegie Hall with Arlo Guthrie and Pete Seeger. On Sunday morning at Creekside, Rodney andhis wife Beverly Gotten Dillard will pres­ ent aprogram called "Mayberry Values in Today's World." The Ditty Bops are fun on stage, where they perform older jazz and pop sounds. After meeting at a showing of Rocky Horror Picture Show and working together at a California farmers' market, Amanda Bar­ rett and Abby Dewald put their musical heads together and the Pf 1 mmpui' resulting material was a meld­ ing of early 20th century rag­ time jazz, soaring harmonies, and whimsical poetry. It didn't sound like anything being played on the radio, yet unlike artists who toil for years without any attention from the mainstream recording industry, the Ditty Bops found themselves with a major-label deal from Warner Brothers Records after one of their first shows. MerleFest's Claire Armbruster learned that they were showcasing in 2005 at the Americana Music Associa­ tion conference and caught the last part of their set at The Mercy Lounge in Nashville. Dixie Dawn was created in a basement in Purlear on New Year's Day 1981 by David John­ son and Darrel Bryant and has delighted audiences since then. Twenty years later, MerleFest mm.w45&o«K£$! fans know Dixie Dawn best as The Ditty Bops (Sat) host of the Bill and Evelyn Young Tribute each Thursday. For the past several years, the band has specialized in shows for family entertainment facilities, blend­ ing country, bluegrass, '50s music, beach, and gospel into a lively show. 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School Street, Wilkesboro __JakeOut838-8303 �MerleFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 • 9 Powered by f *r ! 1 * 'C& & m • sis ffili P r - * lUo "4 , ••• Have you had your protein today? Clapping your hands, stomping your feet and making great music demands a lot of energy. So when you need an energy boost, count on Tyson® for great-tasting, protein-packed chicken, beef and pork to keep you going strong. est>06 S3 �10 • MerleFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 Meet artists continued from Page 8 to its roots, focusing on acoustic bluegrass, western swing, and gospel music. David Johnson of Dixie Dawn performed at the first MerleFest. No stranger to MerleFest, Robert Dotson has made a con­ scious and concerted effort to keep alive the traditional flatfoot dance styles of western North Carolina, deliberately includ­ ing old-time flatfoot and buck dance steps. Born in the 1920s in the Sugar Grove community of Watauga County, he honed his skills at community square dances. Dotson has served as instructor in the Old Masters Program at the Augusta (W.Va.) dance workshops. He has won nearly every dance contest in that section of North Carolina and nearby areas of Tennes­ see. "When I hear the music and everything, I just get the rhythm," says Robert. "I've got to get up." For more than 20 years, The Double Decker String Band (Bruce Hutton, Bill Schmidt, John Beam and Craig Johnson) has explored recordings of the 1920s and30s that inspired folk and acoustic musicians. As one reviewer says, "They work at important crossroads of south­ ern traditions: vocal and instru­ mental, white and black, sacred and worldly." The band is well respected in the old-time music world across theU.S. While their instrumental work can include any number of hard-driving dance tunes, their particular interest in old-time songs dis­ tinguishes them among old-time bands. Their singing is not an imitation, but an honest per­ sonal encounter with southern singing style. Sometimes songs recorded 70 years ago take on deeper poetic and social impact when performed today. Boone Creek, Alison Krauss & Union Station and the first MerleFest. His latest album, recorded under his own name, is "The Best Kept Secret." The music blogHickoryWind. org described Casey Driesen a couple of years ago asan "insane fiddler." MerleFest favoritie Tim O'Brien called Driesen danger­ ous. Despite his youth, Driesen has been fiddling at MerleFest for several years with such art­ ists as O'Brien, Darrell Scott, Wildchild, and the B£la Fleck Acoustic Trio. Driesen proposed to his wife, Molly, on the Cabin Stage at MerleFest 2004. At the. 2002 Southern Arts Exchange, MerleFest represen­ Jerry Douglas is known for tatives became among the first the passion he brings to play­ American presenters to encoun­ ing the dobro, as well as for ter Winnipeg's The Duhks, think­ the great range of well known ing they could be the next Nickel artists he has joined in record­ Creek. This January, Sugar Hill ings and on stage. He also is a re-released the band's debut CD MerleFest regular. As Nashville's just as the band went to Nash­ Dobro-player-on-call, Douglas ville to record its third CD with has performed with James Tay­ Tim O'Brien and Gary Paczosa lor, Randy Travis, Ricky Skaggs, as co-producers. The ensemble Reba McEntire and Foster and blends old-time, Celtic, blueLloyd, more than 1,000 projects grass, klezmer, and jazz into all told. He's a veteran of the a sound with both crossover Country Gentlemen, J.D. Crowe appeal and artistic integrity. Formed in 1995 when accordi­ & the New South, the Whites, onist/singer Chris Stafford was 10 and fiddler Chris Segura was 13, Feufollet has become a big attraction at folk festivals and performance venues throughout the United States and French Canada. They appeared at MerleFest in 2001 and 2002. Though members of the band have come and gone, themusical core formed by Stafford's accor­ dion and Segura's fiddle and their combined interest in giving breath to old songs has remained the same. The present line-up finds Stafford and Segura with singer Anna Laura Edmiston, a native French speaker who grew up in Montreal and Louisiana; and guitarist Josh Caffery, for­ merly of the Red Stick Ramblers. Jerry Douglas Eliza Gllkyson Band(FS) <FSS) For the new millennium Bela Fleck & the Flecktones (fea­ turing Victor Lemonte Wooten, Future Man, and Jeff Coffin), one of the best-loved MerleFest acts, moved to a new recording company and adopted a new approach to the studio. 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"We always have a real fine bunch of craftsmen who demonstrate and communi­ cate well," said Lyle Wheeler of Millers Creek, who has or­ ganized and coordinated the heritage crafts area of Mer­ leFest since the first festival 18 years ago. They also will be selling their creations. Other craftmen and arti­ sans sell what they make at the festival, but the heritage crafts area is the only juried exhibit. 667-4002 Wilkesboro Across the Street from MerleFest! CRAFTSMEN explain their work to MerleFest visitors passing through the Heritage juried crafts area. Still your Home Town Hardware Store MerleFest Hours 6:00 a.m. to Midnight ,.rf, ,0 Right: V.eglm K.,. (Ml «- "**>• W"»~ Matherly. Kelly White and James Buran. U Wilkes Hardware, SERVICE is still part of the sale Wood Stoves & Stovs Pipes We make keys - and guarantee them to work. • . 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If you've got people who would normally be jazz fans sitting in the same room with people who love bluegrass, some funk fans who love Victor, some Deadheads, it turns into this room full of happy people who are all real different." Wendy Whitten, "The Singing Scientist," createdFlumpa at age 7 to entertain her little brother. So Wendy has to feel that she and the 6'6"-tall blue-eyed tree frog have been delighting kids all her life. During the past decade the pair has entertained more than two million people at 3000 shows. Flumpa CDs, the latest being "Flumpa's World: Water, Water Everywhere," have earned Parents' Choice Awards. Flumpa and Wendy have also produced a children's book, "The Adven­ tures of Flumpa and Friends, Someday...Someday." Morn consists of Joe Smothers, who once recorded an album with Jack Lawrence; Bob Hill, brother of Linda Williams; and T. Michael Coleman, formerly of Chesapeake, the Seldom Scene and Doc & Merle Watson. Their blues and ragtime-inflected roots music always results in a crowd-pleasing jam session feel, just as it did during Doc & Merle shows of a quarter-cen­ tury ago. On April 2,2002, Sugar Hill Records released "Round the Table Again," a compact disc credited to Doc Watson& Frosty Morn. Doc and Richard Watson and surviving original Frosty Morn members T. Michael Cole­ man, Bob Lamar Hill, and Joe Smothers recorded the 16-song album live at Wilkes Community College's Mayes Pit Auditorium at a 2001 Hardee's Americana Series concert. A veteran of the first Merle Watson Memorial Festival with New Grass Revival, Pat Flynn returned in 2004 with Buddy Greene. After a lengthy hiatus, Flynn has resumed performing on concert and festival stages across the country. Since his ten­ ure in the New Grass Revival, Flynn has maintained an active role as a Nashville recording session guitarist, logging more than 350 CD projects. He has also produced new acts and been successful as a songwriter. His new (and first) solo CD, entitled "reQuest," appeared in August 2004. Two of his other artist proj­ ects are "The Nashville Acoustic Sessions" on CMH records with The idea of a kid's bluegrass Raul Malo, Rob Ickes and Dave band first began at a competition Pomeroy, and The Greencards' sponsored by the Galax Lions CD, "Movin' On." Club in February 2003. Ben and In one of the first projects Makenzie were competing with on his own, Merle Watson their mandolin and bass against formed and played with Frosty lots of classical music. Bar\jo Morn from 1974 through 1976. great Stevie Barr suggested a Each MerleFest has included a barfio and fiddle player - Grace reunion of the group, with Doc and Houston. The four kids first filling in for his late son. Frosty jammed together at the 2003 Norma MerleFest Fans J. Greene Welcome GRI, CRS, ABR, Broker 667-2254 ext. 224 Home 667-6116 www.normagreene.com ngrealtor@aol.com Galax OldFiddlers Convention. Their instructor, Ashley Primm, was still playing guitar for them, but he brought Asa to play with the group and The Galax Little Leaves was chosen as the name. Since then, the band has been busy competing in fiddler's con­ ventions, playing shows and making its first CD. Eliza Gllkyson received many accolades for her most recent Red House Records CD, "Par­ adise Hotel." Eliza has been playing music since she was a teenager and now she has pro­ vided a look back with a CD titled "RetroSpecto." Eliza says it covers "a myriad of ever-chang­ ing hairstyles," withsongs from her 1971demo and all the way to 1999. It features songs from outof-print albums, studio demos, and a Christmas single Eliza recorded at age 9 for her father, songwriter Terry Gilkyson. She dominated the 2006 Folk Music and Business Awards with four titles, including Album of the Year and Song of the Year. Bela Fleck & The Flecktones (Sun) U Sarah Lee Guthrie & Johnny Irion (FSS) Mitch Greenhill (FSS) MerleFest's Claire Armbruster and Art Menius first saw The Grascals in a small private showcase at IBMA in The Grascals (SS) continued on Page 13 Brushy Mountain Smokehouse and Creamery APPLEFIELD, REALTORS• Make It Special MICHAEL'S J E W E L R Y Welcome MerleFest Fans! Visit us at our Handcrafted Ice Cream booth (across from the food tent) Handcrafted Ice Cream • Hickory Smoked Barbecue, Ribs, and Chicken Serving Lunch and Dinner Wednesday Monday Sunday Buffet 11 a.m.-2 p.m. • Full Service Catering www.brushymtnsmokehousc.com 201 Wilkesboro Boulevard • North Wilkesboro • 667-9464 Home of tht Jewelry Doctor 900 Main Street North Wilkesboro, N.C. 838-5964 - f >Hardee s c d ™ ° m Highway 421 u Wes , Wilkesboro �MerleFest • Wilkes journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 • 13 Meet artists continued from Page 12 2004. The Grascals soon went on tour withDolly Parton. Little more than a year after forming, the Grascals won 2005 Interna­ tional Bluegrass Music Awards for Song of the Year ("Me and John and Paul") and Emerging Artists. Their debut Rounder CD earned a Grammy nomination. In addition to opening the Dolly Parton concert dates, the Gras­ cals opened Brooks and Dunn's sold-out concert at Irving Plaza in New York as part of the "Coun­ try Takes New York" festivities leading up to the 39th Annual CMA Awards. In August, the band opened Ms. Parton's soldout show at Radio City Music Hall. At February's SPBGMA Awards, the Grascals took home four titles, including Album and Song of the Year. Celebrating their 35th birth­ day, The Green Grass Cloggers was founded in 1971 by students at East Carolina University. Inspired by seeing traditional mountain-style clogging teams and influenced by older flatfoot and buck dancers at fiddlers' conventions, they developed an eclectic style which was a radical departure from North Carolina team clogging of the time. By 1974, the group had an established reputation and was invited to perform at major folk festivals throughout the United States and Canada. From 1977 until 1987, the "Road Team" relo­ cated to Asheville and toured full-time nationally and interna­ tionally as a professional dance company, while the "Home Team" remained active in Greenville. By the end of the 1970s, clogging groups inspired by the Green Grass Cloggers had formed in many places across the country. Overseas, the Green Grass Clogger-style was adopted by groups in Japan and in England, where currently it is the predominant style of 'Appalachian' clogging. The Green Grass Cloggers no longer perform regularly. developing the careers of both Doc and Joan Baez. Growing up among the "Cambridge Folk Mafia" during the Folk Revival, Mitch Greenhill learned from the best and established himself as a formidable performer of blues, traditional country and contem­ porary folk music. MerleFest artistic director Claire Armbruster first saw this duo at the 2003 Folk Alli­ ance conference in Nashville. Sarah Lee Guthrie and Johnny Irion are also part of the Rib­ bon of Highway Endless Skyway show. She is the granddaughter of Woody Guthrie and a wonder­ ful songwriter. She and Johnny perform with their ownband at MerleFest 2006. Amazon.com selected their debut CD for New West Records, "Exploration," as the #1 country album of 2005. The disarming granddaughter of Woody anddaughter of Arlo and the prodigious South Carolinian bring out thebest in each other. Although best known today as head of Folklore Produc­ tions, Mitch Greenhlll was playing Americana music 30 years before anyone thought of the name. Now Doc's booking agent, Mitch was a close friend of Merle Watson, drawn to him due to the shared experience of a famous dad. The late Manny Greenhill was the original folk music agent, credited with George Hamilton IV hosts the "Spirit of Sunday" gospel music concert, calling it a musical ser­ vice and a sermon in song. He said his grandfather and great­ grandfather, George Hamilton I and II, grew up in the Ashe County community of Beaver Creek. Hamilton said his grand­ mother's sister married B.S. Call of Wilkesboro, so MerleFest is like a homecoming for him. "I'm sometimes called 'The Interna­ tional Ambassador of Country Music' because of my overseas work, and, consequently,I think 1 can speak from experience when I say that, in my opinion, MerleFest is the largest andbest Americana-roots music festival in the world" he added. Emmylou Harris has released over 30 albums, won 11 Grammy Awards and has been inducted into Alabama's Music Hall of Fame and the Grand Ole Opry. Her version of, "If 1Could Only Win Your Love," reintroduced the Louvin Brothers to a new genera­ tion and became her first of more than two dozen Top 10 hits in a row. A number of musicians in her legendary Hot Band went on to become m^jor artists, includ­ ing Ricky Skaggs, Vince Gill and Rodney Crowell. Over the next 30-plus years Emmylou Harris crafted a body of work that has drawn from bluegrass, pop, folk, rock, and country music, earning her the esteem of her peers, the acclaim of critics, and the ado- Creen Grass Cloggers— Road Team Reunion (FSS) Emmylou Harris (Sun) continued on Page 14 Hot Vegas (Sat) $28,945 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4x4 MSRP $21,120 MSRP 2006 Dodge Caravan MSRP 2006 Dodge Durango 4x2 $37,700 ST $19,694 " $15,325 Buy Now ELKIN UU 6 Ask for Nikki Clay, Brad Freeman, Fred LeMasters, Danny Luffman, Paul Hayes, or Larry Staples • it 500 High"'*yJglW|st * Elkin * 'All Buy It Now prices do not include tax. tag, and DOC fees $1,00P CFC bonus and $500 Farm Bureau bonus applied. <336) 835-2165 * www.elkincjd.com Dealer no. 67291 �14 • MerleFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 Meet artists continued from Page 13 ration of legions of fans around the world. Billboard magazine honored her with its Century Award in 1999. Between 2000 and the present, she appeared on the "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" soundtrack and its spin­ off, "Down From the Mountain," collaborated with the Chieftains on their "Down the Old Plank Road" album and TV special, performed concerts on behalf of a Landmine Free World, and sung backup on albums for Sheryl Crow, Tracy Chapman, Dixie Chicks, Patty Griffin, Patty Loveless, Pam Tillis and Nanci Griffith. At the 2006 Grammy Awards, Ms. Harris won for Best Female Country Vocal Perfor­ mance for "The Connection," from her compilation, "The Very Best of Emmylou Harris: Heartaches and Highways." Her latest CD project is a duet album with Mark Knopfler. * Jason Harrod draws from the best traditions of Ameri­ cana music to create a sound all his own. In his native North Carolina, Harrod launched a solo career that indulged his Southern and traditional folk influences more freely with­ out abandoning contemporary folk sound and songwriting that characterized the music of Harrod and Funck. In 2000, Harrod won first place in the bluegrass category of the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest at MerleFest. "Living in Skin," Harrod's acoustic-based first album, contains Southern strains, allur­ ing melodies and incisive lyrics. His new release, "Bright As You," is a blues-infused foot-stomp­ ing affair. The songs range from the straight ahead blues-rock of "Kickin Mule" to the Beatlesque pop of "Bright As You." On Oct. 29,2005, Caroline Her­ ring and Claire Holley returned to Jackson, Miss, for a co-bill performance to a packed house at St. Andrew's Episcopal Cathe­ dral. Their recording, "Live at St. Andrew's," appeared barely a month later. Therecord includes songs written by both artists with previously unrecorded songs from each. Ms. Herring and Ms. Holley performed sev­ eral hymns and religious songs at St. Andrew's, and they included most of those performances on this record. Algia Mae Hinton's pas­ sion for playing blues guitar is exceeded only by her love of dancing. The youngest daughter in a large family of music makers in rural Johnston County, she learned to play guitar by age 9 and in her teens entertained at local dances and house parties. She learned to buckdance while playing a guitar behind her head, never missing a step or a note. She raised seven children, doing farm work to support them. Since 1978 she has performed at many venues including Carnegie Hall, the National Folk Festival, the University of Chicago Folk Festival and MerleFest. In 1992 she received the North Carolina Folk Heritage Award for her out­ standing contributions to the African American blues tradi­ tion. The strong dance tradition of her community lives on in her children, some of whom are per­ forming with her this year. Western North Carolina native and storyteller Clyde Hollifield calls himself an ethnofolklorist, a person who studies the cultural community to which he belongs. Inspired by his grandfather, storytelling comes naturally to him. Also a puppeteer, toymaker, and industrial engineer teacher at McDowell Techni­ cal Community College, Holli­ field has written manuscripts about "the fairy kingdom." The Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort, recently presented a Clyde Hollifield retrospective exhibit entitled "Atomatoys: The Whimsical Genius of a Mountain Craftsman." "MerleFest is like old home week," David Holt writes. "I get to see so many of my musician friends thatInever get to see any other time of the year. I always think about Merle, who loved to get together with friends... and how much he would (andIthink does) ei\joy the great music here. Ihave been performing a lot with Doc and Richard with a show we call "Hills of Home." They released a three-CD set with a 72-page booklet and 34 songs called "Legacy," which includes Watson and Holt in a live con­ cert in Asheville, Holt's interview with Watson about his early life, Watson playing the music impor­ tant to him and Watson talking about his career and music. Holt interviewed Watson's family, Joan Baez, Ry Cooder and oth­ ers for the project. Jack Casady and MerleFest favorite Jorma Kaukonen served as bassist and guitarist respec­ tively for the Jefferson Airplane when they started Hot Tuna inthe late 1960s. Hot Tuna gave these original members of the Airplane a chance to pursue their love of blues, traditional country, rag­ time, and old time. By the time their fourthLP, "Phosphorescent Rat," appeared in 1973, they had left Jefferson Airplane to pur­ sue Hot Tuna full-time. Hot Tuna released over 25 albums, both electric and acoustic, not count­ ing numerous solo records. After touring with Jorma in support of his 2002 old country album Blue Country Heart, veteran bluegrass mandolinist Barry Mitterhoff joined Casady and Kaukonen For The Best In Real Estate Service Contact ANGIE ELLER Graduate NC Realtor Institute (GRI) Broker Associate United Country Johnson Realty 1208 School Street in Wilkesboro 866-838-1350 Office 336-973-8716 Home e-mail: ellerspurlear@aol.com WHERE INTEGRITY COUNTS! in Hot Tuna. Jack worked with Gibson Musical Instruments to develop his signature Epiphone hollow body electric bass. With influences from U2 to Madonna, Hot Vegas has been compared to the sounds of Coldplay, Foo Fighters, Gin Blossoms, Saves the Day and Jimmy Eat World. Since the summer of2003, the band has recorded over six times, played over 85 shows and performed in nearly every state on the east coast and in the Mid­ west. The band's indie pop rock sound is like no other. With this in mind and their strong beliefs in persistence, kindness, appre­ ciation, and discipline, their "work hard, work smart" motto is paying off. Clint Howard has been a favor­ ite at MerleFest for about as long as the festival has existed. Part of the large extended musical Watson family, Clint and Fred Price played music with Doc Watson for years throughout the United States at folk venues and festivals as part of the '60s folk music revival. A traditional sto­ ryteller, soulful singer andguitar and harmonica player, Howard will again be playing in a string band with Watson. Second and third generation Howards will be represented by Howard's son, Clarence, on mandolin and vocals, and by hisgrandson, Garet, on bai\jo. Playing with them willbe Tom Sauber on fid­ dle. Howard's latest recording is "Now and Then: Three Decades of Old-Time Music." Hot Tuna (FSS) Caroline Herring & Claire Holley (Sun) George Hamilton IV (TFSS) David Holt (FSS) Jason Harrod (TF) The Ill-Mo Boys are Marc Ren- Algia Mae Hinton nard and Geoff Seitz on fiddles, and Family (FSat) Curtis Buckhannon on mando­ lin, and Jim Nelson on guitar. They been playing together since the mid-1980s and have a spe­ cial regard for material reflecting their Midwest origins. The 111continued on Page 15 Clint Howard Band (Sat) Welcome JVLevleFest 2 0 0 6 215 Ninth St. North Wilkesboro 651-7840 210 W. Main St. Wilkesboro 838-1838 Wilkes Plaza 1899 U.S. Hwy. 421 Wilkesboro 838-1085 Noithside 500-502 El kin Hwy. North Wilkesboro 838-2740 WVCHOVIA �MerleFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 • 15 Meet artists continued from Page 14 Mo Boys' refined musical focus has earned them a reputation as premier interpreters of Mis­ souri fiddling and old time coun­ try music (from the 1920s-40s) in the U.S. They've spent many hours absorbing music of Mis­ souri master fiddlers firsthand. Their latest recording and first CD is "Laugh and Grow Fat" (Vigortone 2001). Jef is a mime and master the­ ater artist. He apprenticed with mime C.W. Metcalf, and also studied with Tony Montanaro and Jacques Lecoq. From 1976 through 1993, as a member of the TOUCH Mime Theater, Jef toured the nation, performing for all ages and at allsorts of venues. IIe is one of 26 Teaching Artists designated by the North Caro­ lina Arts Council. Recently he shared his roving performances at The Rumba on the Lumber in Lumberton, The Festival for the Eno in Durham, La Fiesta del Pueblo in Raleigh and Kenny's Bar Mitzvah in Durham. The Isaacs' musical influences emerge from all genres of music, including bluegrass, rhythm and blues, folk, contemporary acoustic, and Southern gospel. This background allows them to marry bluegrass harmony and instruments to contempo­ rary gospel lyrics and arrange­ ments. Last at MerleFest in 1998, after Tony Rice recommended them, the Isaacs performed on the IBMA Awards last October, received the Southern Gos­ pel Band of the Year Award in November and traveled to South Africa in December to film two new Gait her videos. David Jacobs-Strain, who made his MerleFest debut in 2002, is gathering international acclaim for his ability to channel the deepest feeling of the blues in his singing, steel-string gui­ tar artistry, and original songwriting. "Ocean Or A Teardrop" (NorthernBlues, 2004), pro­ duced by Kenny Passarelli, is a high energy collaboration with musical friends, exploring new sonic territory and song writing that takes a decidedly political stance. Robert Jones is a well respected interpreter and performer of acoustic blues. Through singing, storytelling and playing vintage instruments typical of early blues, Jones car- ries on the traditions. Detroit Free Press columnist Bob Talbert called him Detroit's fore­ most acoustic blues guitarist. Jones has a particular affinity for the music of Son House and was once told by Robert Johnson's adopted son and protege, Robert Jr. Lockwood, "Man, you got Son House in your pocket." SI Kahn spent 25 years as one of the most respected and oftcovered songwriters in the folk field, penning songs like "Aragon Mill" and "Wild Rose of the Mountain." He never pursued music full time, devoting himself instead to selling alternatives to the status quo by empowering the powerless through grassroots community organizing. That role gave Kahn the freedom to ignore what sells and make the music he feels. That sincerity gives the MerleFest veteran a charm that delights all who know his music firsthand. Whimsicalstorytelling is one of Robert Earl Keen's true gifts. He also delivers commercial country material without sacri­ ficing intelligence and integrity. While attending Texas A&M Uni­ versity in the 1970s, Keen began playing guitar and learning to read and write music, basing his style on folk,country, blues, and roots rock. In 1977 he rented a house where his neighbor was a then-unknown Lyle Lovett. The two became friends and per­ formed together. In 1980, Keen moved to Austin, Texas, and soon was performing in Austin's continued on Page 18 The Lee Boys (SS) Ill-Mo Boys (FSS) The Isaacs (Sun) Thursday, April 27 Watson 3:30 p.m.-4:15 p.m. The Avett Brothers 4:35 p.m.-5:20 p.m. The Dillards with Maggie Chartene JACK Jim Lauderdale LAWRENCE (FSS) Darting- Peterson 5:45 p.m.-6:25 p.m. Feufollet 6:45 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Darrell Scott 7:55 p.m.-8:40 p.m. Jim Lauderdale The Lounge 5:20 p.m.-5:25 p.m. Rattle 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Cedar Creek Dreadnaught Mandolin Contest Guitar. Ban|o & Registration Mandolin Case ($400 ea) 4:30 p.m.-5:45 p.m. 5:25 p.m.-5:45 p.m. Mandolin Contest Tribute to Bill \toung Judges: John Teer. Doc Watson. Tony Williamson & Richard Watson. Spencer Strickland T. Michael Coleman & Charles Welch 5:45 p.m.-7:15 p.m. Mandolin Contest w/Vocakst 6:25 p.m.-6:45 p.m. Judges: John Teer. Tribute to Bill \bung Tony Williamson & Mike Palmer & Clay Lunstord Spencer Strickland Vocalists Pat Flyrm & and his Bluegrass Band 9:15 p.m.-10:15 p.m. S> Kahn (SS) 7:30 p.m.-7:35 p.m. Two Big Baby Taylor Guitars Pickin' Place worth $399 each 2:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. John Prine 10:15 p.m.-10:20 p.m. Tribute to Merle James Leva (FSS) Doc Watson, Richard Watson, Charles Welch & Bill Mathis 10:40 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Laura Love Band Cabin Robert Jones (FSS) David JacobsStrain (FSS) 4:15 p.m.-4:35 p.m. Pete Wernick's Jam Camp Buddy Greene Raffle 2 drawings, 2 winners Open Stage Come pick with The Local Boys & 7:35 p.m.-7:55 p.m. Tribute to Bill \bung Uncle Tut Taylor! Bring your instruments R G. Absher 6:40 p.m.-9:15 p.m. Tribute to Bill Young David Johneon & John Cowan 4:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Jammm' Tents Traditional Jammin- Tent. Bluegrass Jammin" Tent. 10:20 p.m.-10:40 p.m. Anything Goes Jammin- Tent Tribute to Bill Young Billy Gee. 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He has made several recordings since then and is popular with traditional country music fans, folk music fans, thecollege radio crowd and alt-country fans. Andy May (FSS) Jimmy LaFave is rooted in the Austin, Texas, music scene. His sound is a combination of experi­ ences in Texas and the tradition of Woody Guthrie. His record­ ings included "Highway Angels... Full Moon Rain" and "Blue Night­ fall." He tours heavily with his band throughout North America and continues to perform on the tour, Ribbon of Highway Endless Skyway - A Tribute in the Spirit of Woody Guthrie." 5 7? 1 fl> £ 3 ! TJ O i :Ih ' la S § o' 5 $ !' § 8 \* 3 JT <D t i l ' s -i | (/> Laura Love „ Band(FSS) The chairman of the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest, Jim Lauderdale is a busy song­ writer and performer. "In a lot of ways, MerleFest is like com­ ing home to me," the Troutman native said. "The first time I played there, I had just gotten back from a tour of Europe, and I had been invited to sit in with Maggie Ralph Stanley. Twenty minutes before we were supposed to go Peterson (TF) on, they told me that RalphII was sick, andIhad to take his place. Ihad never done a wholeset with them before, and we ended up doing two sets. Now it could have been a nightmare, but it became a dream situation that went off fine and gave me the confidence and courage to ask Ralph to do a whole record together. Then I met Donna the Buffalo there, got to jam with them, and that gave me the resolve to do a John Prine (T) whole album with them. Fiatpicking guitar master Jack Lawrence has played side-by-side on stage with Doc Watson since 1983. They have developed abril­ liant guitar partnership, capital­ izing on both of their musical strengths. Lawrence previously was with Bluegrass Alliance and the New Deal String Band. Law­ rence released "About Time" in 1998 and "I Don't Need the Whiskey Anymore" last year. He lives in Harrisburgand has performed at every MerleFest. The Lee Boys' sacred steel groove—gospel music that inspires listeners to dance—was developed in a House of God church that still serves as the foundation from which these six brothers/nephews, perfect their style, talents, and skills. Each Continued on Page 19 Tony Rlce Un,t (FS) Peter Rowan . �MerleFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 • 19 Meet artists continued from Page 18 member began making music in the church when they were 7 or 8, and they've not stopped play­ ing since. The Lee Boys' sacred steel style is rooted in gospel, but is infused with rhythm and blues, jazz, rock, funk, hip-hop, country, and world music genres in a powerfully jamming mix. James Leva has been playing traditionally-based music since the mid 1970s and has played at most major festivals in the U.S. and overseas. A friend and stu­ dent of traditional Appalachian musicians like Tommy Jarrell, Fred Cockerham andDoug Wallin, Leva works to retain the pro­ fundity and beauty of the ancient traditions he learned first hand while growing as a musician and writer. This is the first year that he will be performing at MerleFest with his band, Camp Mountain (Matthew Olwell, A1 Tharp, and Danny Knicely> Formed near Washington, D.C., in 1985, The Local Boys consists of veteran musicians who play everything from Bach to rock professionally. Based in Wilkes County since 1998, they have established themselves in the local scene while earning comparisons to such cutting edge acts as Acoustic Syndicate and the Woodies. Besidesplenty of original material, the Local Boys can cover everyone from Bill Monroe to Alice in Chains. The band's main job at MerleFest is helping Tut Taylor run the BB&T Pickin' Place. The Laura Love Band fills a niche the singer-songwriterbassist has created on her own through strengths of her perfor­ mances, songwriting, and enter­ tainment. After several releases on her own Octoroon Biography label and a compilation thereof by Putumayo World Music, she moved to Mercury Records in 1997, debuting with "Octoroon" and following that with "Shum Ticky" the next year. Her most recent release is "Fourteen Days" on Rounder/Zoe. She explores "Afro-Celtic-hip- lachian-funkabilly" music, her original fusion of Irish vocal harmonies and melodic ideas, bluegrass and old-time notions, and African and Caribbean rhythms. MerleFest. She was performing with Wayfaring Strangers and said that herband was coming off of the road right before the festi­ val and was interested in attend­ ing as guests. We worked out the details, and Leonard Podolak of the Duhks did a set during the festival where he invited the Mammals to perform with them as the Platypus. The Mammals recently were with Arlo Guthrie's "Alice's Restaurant 40th Anni­ versary Massacree Tour," per­ forming in Australia with the Duhks, and the Feb. 7 release of "Departure." Andy May is a critically acclaimed singer, songwriter, performer and educator with a 38-year career since winning Grand Championship for guitar at the legendary Union Grove Fiddlers' Convention as an 18 year old New Yorker in 1967. Gui­ tarist andmandolin player, May spent 17 years performing in New England and nine in Colorado before settling in Nashville.in 1996. As an educator, May has givenprivate instruction to hun­ dreds of folks. He remains best known as a teacher, including his Acoustic Kids workshop pre­ Prior to MerleFest 2005, Ruth sented since 1990 at the Walnut Ungar of The Mammals called Valley Festival in Winfield, Kan­ sas and his Roots of Bluegrass workshop. This is the first year at MerleFest for the Mount Rog­ ers Ramblers from the Whitetop, Va., area. This young band of traditional old-time musi­ cians includes Crystal Mahaffey Blevins on fiddle and vocals, Trish Kilby Fore on clawham­ mer bar\jo, Mike Mahaffey on guitar and harmonica and Mar­ tha Spencer on bass and vocals. They officially came together as a band in January 2001to record a CD honoring the memory of legendary Whitetop musicians, Corbett Stamper, Albert Hash and Jont Blevins. They have deep roots in the mountains. The Nashville Bluegrass Band is known as Doc Watson's favorite bluegrass band. Alan O'Bryant, bai\jo player for the band, said MerleFest is an annual homecoming for the band. "This event is a most wonderful tribute to our friend and brother Merle Watson, my hero Doc Watson, and all his family as well as the music we love, these beauti­ ful mountains, and my home state. We are all very proud of MerleFest," said O'Bryant. 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The video of "Smoothie Song," aired on both VH1and CMTand climbed to number 4 on the latter's chart. "Smoothie Song" also became the first instrumental to top the Triple-A radio chart. The April 2004 issue of Rolling Stone, which came out at the end of January, featured Nickel Creek, continuing its long string of success. The North Carolina Thumb & Finger Style Guitar Players Inc. was foundedin 1999 tohelp pre­ serve the heritage of thumb and finger style guitar playing. The NCTAF Convention will be at Mitchell Community College in Statesville on Nov. 10 and 11. At age 12, Maggie Peterson joined a Dixieland group billed as theJa-Da Quartet. They trav­ eled in a red pickup truck with Ms. Peterson riding in the back with the instruments. After the group appeared on the Perry Como Show and Pat BooneChevy Showroom and released an album "It's the Most Happy Sound," in 1959, she joined a new group and went on tour. On that tour Ms. Peterson was discovered by "The AndyGriffith Show" director Bob Sweeney and producer Aaron Ruben. She became "Charlene Darling" on five episodes of "The Andy Griffith Show." She also was on "Green Acres," "Gomer Pyle, IJSMC," "The Odd Couple" and other TV shows. The Pilot Mountain Bobcats have been entertaining danc­ ers and festival goers with their infectious brand of old time string-band music since 1989. The Bobcats include Nancy Sluys on fiddle, Jacki Spector Get You Into Heaven Anymore" on fretless bai\jo, Allin Cottrell and "The Great Compromise." on guitar, and Bill Sluys on bass. The Grammy winning "Fair and Based in Surry County, the band Square" brought Prine, last at has played for many regional and MerleFest in 1996, back to the nationally known dance events, forefront of Americana music. fiddlers' conventions, festivals, He was named Americana Art­ and concerts. ist of the Year in September. While John Prine moves at his In the winter of 2001, Joshua own pace, it's obvious that his PAUL RISHELL Pinkham picked up the mando­ music moves far faster than the AND lin and learned his first scale plain-spoken singer/songwriter. ANNIE RAINES Wayne Scott and tune, and since then, he has learned tunes ranging from (FSS) Songwriter and multi-instru­ old time, bluegrass and fiddle mentalist Harvey Reid has been to Dawg, jazz, classicaland Bra­ called a "giant of the steel strings" zilian choros. By age 13, Josh and "one of the true treasures of was the Florida state mandolin American acoustic music." His champion, placed third at the 17 recordings on Woodpecker MerleFest mandolincontest, and Records showcase his mastery hadperformed on stage withmost of many instruments and styles of his mandolin heroes. While of acoustic music. 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Call us lor a complete lis �MerleFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 • 21 Meet artists lessly from bluegrass to jazz to folk, leaving his own stamp on each piece of music. continued from Page 20 voice, personality, and wit to speak for the poverty stricken, working class folk of his era and others that time tends to forget. Artists in the Ribbon of Highway Endless Skyway program carry on the spirit of this national hero. The show featurestour originator Jimmy LaFave, Eliza Gilkyson, Slaid Cleaves, Johnny Irion, Sara Lee Guthrie, and narrator Bob Childers. LaFave said Guthrie "was so many things besides a songwrit er—a painter, a philoso­ pher, a soldier, a supporter of the disenfranchised. His songs were just the tip of the iceberg. He was the spirit of America." Paul Rishell was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1950. A friend soon turned him on to the country blues records of Son House, Robert Johnson, Charley Patton, Blind Lemon Jefferson and others. The blues muse struck Annie Raines during her high school years in the mid1980s. While her friends were listening to Pink Floyd, she was particularly drawn to the blues harmonica playing of Sonny Boy Williamson and others. Annie began to play gigs at Boston area clubs and later had a series of performances in Chicago. Paul Rishell and Annie Raines col­ laborate on diverse venues. Tony Rice spans the range of acoustic music, from straightahead bluegrass to jazz-influ­ enced new acoustic music to songwriter-oriented folk. He is perhaps the greatest innovator in acoustic flat-picked guitar since Doc Watson and Clarence White. Rice played the first Merle Wat­ son Memorial Festival in a set backed by B£la Fleck, Sam Bush and John Cowan. Rice combines precision and expression, vitality and originality. He moves effort­ Peter Rowan has recorded bluegrass, reggae, rockabilly, hippie rock, Tex-Mex, Celtic, country, and singer-songwriter music over 30 years with every­ one from Bill Monroe to Flaco Jiminez and Jerry Garcia. His 1996 Sugar Hill release, "Bluegrass Boy," contained a number of examples of his best writing and most consistent perfor­ mance. Rowan performed at continued on Page 22 'Shine to UVC 2nd Annual Grape Escape Wine and Art Festival Tut Taylor (FSS) Saturday, May 6, Downtown North Wilkesboro Wine Tasting 6y Cerminaro Garden Gate Rag Apple Lassie Stony Knoll Uwharrie Buck Shoals Round Peak Thistle Meadow Weathervane Ginger Creek 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Darrell Scott (TFSS) General Admission: FREE Admission for Wine Tasting: $10 in advance, $15 at the gate Live Musical Entertainment by Mel Jones and His Bag of Bones The Wilkes Art Gallery will be hosting a reception and wine tasting onl Friday evening. 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Larry Sparks joined the Stan­ ley Brothers' Clinch Mountain Boys as guitarist and started hi$ own band in 1969. featuring his soulful singing and singular guitar picking. At the 2005 IBM A awards, Sparks wonMale Vocal­ ist of the Year, Album of the Year and Recorded Event of the Year. The album put Sparks with art­ ists like Vince Gill, the Isaacs, Ricky Skaggs and Rhonda Vin­ cent. Founded over live years ago, the Steep Canyon Rangers were formed when Woody Piatt (gui­ tar), Mike Guggino (mandolin), Graham Sharp (banjo), and Charles Humphrey III (bass) joined musical forces at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. The Steep Canyon Rangers forged a unique synergy of new and traditional sounds, drawing on influences such as Earl Scruggs, Bill Monroe, Larry Sparks, and others. With the recent addition of California recruit Nicky Sanders (fiddle), the Rangers are churning out fresh, traditional bluegrass compositions and are quickly becoming one of the premier young bands today. Bryan Sutton seemed to come out of nowhere as part of Ricky Skaggs' return to bluegrass in 1997. The Asheville native joined Skaggs' band, Kentucky Thunder, in 1995. He began working with other artists and retired from Kentucky Thunder to devote himself to do recording work. He was named IBM A Guitar Player of the Year. •Beautiful Rooms Chip Taylor's ability to write in varied voices and styles is demonstrated in his, "Wild Thing" and "Angel of the Morn­ ing." Other Chip Taylor songs ingrained in American music are "Try (Just A Little Bit Harder)" "I Can't Let Go" and "Country Girl, City Man" (Ike and Tina Turner). Along with producing partner, A1 Gorgoni, he discovered and produced James Taylor. 1970s and 1980s, including Chip Tay­ lor's Last Chance. Rolling Stone acclaimed this work as one of the best country albums of 1973. He first saw Carrie Rodriguez play at the South by Southwest Music Festival in Austin, Texas, in 2001. Taylor invited her to join him on subsequent shows in Texas and then a tour of Europe... and the rest is history. continued on Page 23 The Mammals (SS) Tom, Brad & Alice (FSS) The Local Boys (FSS) Chip Taylor & Carrie Rodriguez (FSat) Roll with •Free Breakfast •Highspeed Internet Official Sponsor Mef!^ffsf ZDUO/ „ T, . 'Pet Friendly •Exceptional Service! IT PAYS TO GET MOVING WITH MICHELIN. NOW, WHEN YOU BUY 4 NEW MICHELIN' BRAND TIRES, YOU'LL GET THE ADDED VALUE OF A S50 REBATE.' www.Addisoninn.com Wilfred 6wa, JVC 336-838-1000 • 800-672-7218 Check availability at our sister property 45 minutes away MICHELIN •Rebate good on purchases made April 2 May 7. 2006 Must purchase 4 new fires. See store for details Myers Tire Service inc. Three convenient locations to serve you 400 E. Main Street Wilkesboro Highway 16 North Millers Creek 336-751-7310 John Myers, Owner/Manager Billy Myers, Manager 800-852-0035 838-0011 667-1931 Mocksville, NC Highway 18 North » North Wilkesboro Jamie Gambill, Manager �MerleFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 • 23 Meet artists continued from Page 22 contributed their time and talent to this project. Darrell Scott moved to Nash­ ville in 1992 and within a year was makinga living through ses­ sion work and songwriting for top country artists and jingles for major companies. Scott's extraordinary songs (plus a few tasty classics) unify and orga­ nize a communion between the performers and the audience. It contains more than an hour of dynamic performances, from two nights in North Carolina at Win­ ston-Salem's Ziggy's and Cat's Cradle in Carrboro. A new studio project, "Hank Williams' Ghost," was due in March 2006. Bluegrass legend Curly Seckler began his career in music in 1935, performing with his broth­ ers on WSTP radio in Salisbury. He later performed with Char­ lie Monroe and teamed up with other bluegrass pioneers like Jim and Jesse, Mac Wiseman, the Sauceman Brothers, and the Stanley Brothers. Seckler left the music business briefly dur­ ing the 1960s, but joined Lester Flatt's Nashville Grass in 1973. Seckler took over leadership of the Nashville Grass for 15 years, retiring in 1994. Seckler, 85, was inducted into the IBM A Hall of Honor in 2004. Wayne Scott grew up in Ken­ tucky, developed a love for coun­ try music and started a band on the West Coast when he was 40. One year, Wayne made his son a songbook with over a hun­ dred original compositions as a Christmas gift. It's a traditional music masterpiece that hearkens back to an era whencountry and gospel music were intrinsically intertwined. Some of the finest musicians in Nashville, includ­ ing Guy ('lark, Dirk Powell, Tim O'Brien and Danny Thompson, As a founding member of the traditional music group, the New Lost City Ramblers, Mike Seeger played an integral role in helping to revive interest in a variety of traditional musics, now played by thousands of young musicians across the country. Since his first recordings with the Ramblers in the late 1950s, he has gone on to record more than forty albums, both solo and with others. Mike Seeger has received six Grammy nominations, recently for "South­ ern Bar\jo Sounds" in 1998 and "Solo: Oldtime Country Music" in 1991. bles. After a break from music as his children grew up, Larry joined the Local- Boys in 1997 Music and activism blended Subsequently, Larry found his naturally for Pete Seeger, who niche as a music teacher, joining left college in the middle of the staff at Minton's Pawn Shop his sophomore year to absorb in North Wilkesboro, site of the American folk music across the Hometown Opry. He performs country. Swapping watercolor about once a week, including paintings for food and shelter, with his band Skipper's Wheel. Seeger traveled all around the Look for Larry at the Merle's Kids United States, learning "a little showcase. "Working with kids is something from everybody" as he a lot like coaching a team.Ireally eqjoy watching kids develop into sought to master the five-string bai\jo and internalize the folk tra­ musicians," he said. ditions he'd come to love. On the Grammy winner Tut Taylor, road, Seeger met Woody Guthrie and they became singer activists, host of the BB&T-sponsored bolstering labor movements with Pickin' Place with additional song as they blended activism support from BMI, plays resoand folk music. Seeger's work phonic guitar in a unique flatpick has since extended to environ- style. Taylor has performed with mentalism and folklorist studies John Hartford, Vassar Clements, of America's music. He lives on and Norman Blake on John's the Hudson River with his wife "Areoplane" album. In recent of nearly 60 years in a cabin the years, Taylor co-produced with couple and friends constructed Jerry Douglas the Grammy-win­ ning "Great Dobro Sessions" on decades ago. Sugar Hill and released a CD' Growing up in southwestern with Blake. North Carolina, Larry Skipper found himself shaped by his Virtually among the last of father's love of Southern gospel the traditional African Ameri­ quartets and his mother's pas­ can fiddle players, Joe Thomp­ sion for music. Skipper moved son has long been a regular at to Wilkes County in 1979 and began playing with area ensem­ continued on Page 24 The Wilders (TF) Richard Watson (TFSS) GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICE or Double the Difference Back ANY SIZE WHITE DOUBLE-HUNG VINYL REPLACEMENT WINDOWS 1 1 0Aidr INSTALLED 4 Window Minimum m . c "Simply the Best for Less" www.windowworkUnc.com 100% Financing Available Call 838-9393 for FREE Estimate For All 01 Your Exterior Needs. 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Thisyear's MerleFest will be the coming out party for the band's new CD, 'From The Past ure To The Fut ure,' produced by Lloyd Maines, and featuring Gabe Witcher, Darol Anger, Evan Price, and Mark Rubin. The Waybacks willbe on stage with Bob Weir of Grateful Dead, Kingfish, and Rat Dog fame. Dreams do come true sometimes, folks. Warren Hood will be there as the band's new fiddler. Jay Ungar and Molly Mason performed on Ken Burns' "The Civil War," earning international acclaim. Joining forces in the late 1970s, they perform Appa­ lachian, Cajun and Celtic fiddle tunes, Civil War classics, swing, country, waltzes, and original compositions. Their Ashokan Fiddle & Dance Camps in New York's Catskill Mountains remain a favorite learning vaca­ tion destination for music and Bob Weir began his musical dance enthusiasts across the career in 1963 with a one-night country. band called the Uncalled Four. The Warren Wilson College In 1964, he joined Jerry Garcia Folk Choir, under direction of Dr. and blues harpist Ron "Pigpen" Milton Crotts, bring to thestage McKernan in forming a jug band, a diverse interest in Appalachian Mother McCree's Uptown Jug ballads, Celtic tunes, early continued on Page 25 American Shape-note singing, Perry Lowe Orchards nl i ^ | « mm Tom Sauber, Brad Leftwich and Alice Gerrard decided to combine forces as Tom, Brad & Alice in 1994. They are known for contributions in different areas of music. Their vocal harmonies and instrumental work cover a range, moving listeners to smiles, dance or tears. In addition to their individual recordings,.the group has four CDs on Copper Creek Records. African traditional singing and early European sacred music. Their performances are filled with enthusiasm and profession­ alism. Warren Wilson College was foundedin 1894 as the Asheville Farm School, whose pur­ pose was to provide education for boys from the Appalachian Mountain region. •***• MerleFest. Several years ago he had a stroke, which partially paralyzed him. At age 88, he has recovered well enough to continue playing and traveling limited distances. Thompson received the N.C. Folk Heritage Award in 1991. He has several recordings and has become a mentor and teacher to several young black musicians. Dylan, Chris Smither, Maria Muldaur, Eric Andersen, Rory Block, Jerry Jeff Walker, Allen Ginsberg and many others. Happy is the author of over 12 best-selling guitar instruction books and is founder of Home­ spun Tapes, whichhas produced over 400 music lessons taught by top professional performing musicians on videos, CDs, and cassettes. Homespun has been a MerleFest sponsor almost from the event's inception. •> jM ." 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In the mid-1990s he began working with bassist Rob Wasserman and the became the rock band RatDog, which is his current primary musical focus. Weir is also known for his envi­ ronmental efforts. popular picking camp before MerleFest each year. As its architect, he described the history of the Merle Watson Bai\jo Contest in the March 1997 issue of Bar\jo Newsletter. "My entire time in Wilkesboro is a pleasure, working hard at thingsIlike to do and working closely with skilled and are led by singer, guitarist and friendly people on all fronts." country wisecracker Ike Shel» . don. It's old time country music The Wilders, fromKansas City, . : „ w 0„ J' continued on Page 31 MerleFest Bound? Get Geared Up at Cooks! Come visit our booth at MerleFest Charles Welch is a long time friend, neighbor, andpicking pal of the Watson Family. He can frequently be found at the homes of Richard, Doc and RosaLee or on the road with either or both of them, sharing their love of blues and mountain music. We welcome Charles as Doc and Richard Watson's special guest at MerleFest. "I feel like our history and the festival's history are inter­ twined, and now every year is like a homecoming where we get to see old friends and catch up. Nothing tells me what someone's been up to better than hearing their new music. It's the best way of catching up," writes Gil­ lian Welch, whose latest album release is her fourth, "Soul Journey." In February, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings joined Emmylou and Elvis Costello for "Opry at the Ryman" at the historic Ryman Auditorium in downtown Nashville. Known as "Dr. Bar\jo" and former president of theInterna­ tional Bluegrass Music Associa­ tion, Pete Wernlck played with Country Cooking and Hot Rize. Wernick gained extensive bluegrass airplay for his 1993 project, On A Roll," which introduced his bluegrass/Dixieland/jazz fusion ensemble, the Live Five. The Live Five, with whom Pete performed at MerleFest 2002, has completed a new album. A live lotR,ze cd, recorded in March f9nPPear0d at the beginning 0 '002. Wernick organizes a SIERRA DESIGNS KAVU »BATTU- You Cotta Try'Em On! U.S. 421 Builn«»t |W»«t PSti—< COOKS COOKS Willow Lane in West Park North Wilkesboro 667-4121 �<o " meneresi * miRes juurndi-rainox » wpru ^uub Popular children's area returns with new stage site The Little Picker's Area at MerleFest will include the following activities for chil­ dren: beadwork, Burger King Whopper Hopper, climbing wall, face painting, hats, mu­ ral wall, painting, Pepsi fam­ ily fun, pictures with Flattop, pins, puppets and clowns, sand play, scrap exchange, shaker bottles, teepee, Wild Haven Birds of Prey and story­ telling. The Little Picker's Stage this year will be between the play­ ground and the caboose. LITTLE PICKERS FA STAGE LITTLE PICKERS AREA includes stage with music for children. Scholarship started at WCC to honor Rosa Lee Watson Schedules" can change All performance dates for individual artists in this newspaper section are sub­ ject to change without no­ tice. MerleFest pocket schedules are available at the festival for the most upto-date schedule information with specific times and stages. Also, expect the unex­ pected with unscheduled combinations of artists at MerleFest. Wilkes Community Col­ lege has announced the es­ tablishment of the RosaLee Carlton Watson Scholar­ ship, honoring the wife of MerleFest host Doc Watson. When Doc and RosaLee Watson were approached by WCC representatives about the scholarship idea, which initially came from a Mer­ leFest fan, Watson said, "...let's make this a good one, she has stood by me Linda Zinger, ABR, GRI AOUNA. all the years and truly de­ serves this. I know folks will support the scholar­ ship." 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Food sold at MerleFest in­ cludes Caesar salad, vegetables, Cajun red beans and rice, jambalaya (another Cajun dish), hamburgers, cheeseburgers, brown rice, veggie burgers, pizza, sal­ ads, burrit.os, tacos hickorysmoked barbecue sand­ wiches, diced chicken wraps, veggie wraps, potato salad, slaw, baked beans, vegetable plates, Thai food, funnel cakes, sno cones, Philly cheese steak sand­ wiches, apple fritters, apple caramel chips, roasted peanuts, popcorn, nachos and cheese, Polish sausage, emu burgers, gyros regular and soft ice cream, pinto beans, slaw, hush puppies, cheese sticks and japapeno hoppers, roasted turkey legs, pork tenderloin sandwiches and roasted corn. Performance stages of Mer­ leFest are: • Watson Stage, with the biggest and the best in Amer­ icana music; • Cabin Stage, adjacent to the Watson Stage, some of the finest acoustic music avail­ able; • Pit Learning Stage, with in­ tensive instructional sessions on mandolin, guitar, dobro, fiddle, bai\jo, bass and more; • Traditional Stage, with the best in traditional music; • Dance Stage, with every­ thing from clogging to Cajun dances, all day Friday, Sat­ urday and Sunday, and Fri­ day/Saturday nights. • Chris Austin Stage, with some of the best songwriting and blues to be heard. For contest information, call 800799-3838. • Creekside Stage, with workshops in everything from instruments to vocals and the site of the MerleFest gospelfest on Sunday. • Little Picker's Family Area, with fun and games for chil­ dren (and young at heart) as well as some fine storytelling, songwriting, and music. The Little Picker's Stage this year is br'tween the playground and the caboose; • Hillside Stage, offering a chance to see MerleFest art­ ists up close and jamming. • Walker Center, for indoor shows; • Americana Stage, with re­ laxed presentation of festival artists on the lawn across from the WCC Visitors Center; • Lounge, inside WCC's Stu­ dent Center, hosting the Mer­ leFest guitar, bai\jo and man­ dolin contests. The Song­ writer's Coffeehouse starts at 8 p.m. there Friday. Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caringfor our community excellent service excellent care by W. fverr bcon LaKc Reservoir NOW OPEN Open 7 Days A Week 10 a.m. Till 6 p.m. • Sunday 12 till 6 AMISH GOODS. 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Y Camp Harrison is a branch of the YMCA of Greater Charlotte Yadkinville - 336-677-2000 NrrJh Wilkesboro - 336-818-3300 800-514-1417 • www.campharrison.org j �MerieFMt • Wllke* Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 • 29 Put trash and recyclables in proper places MerleFest volunteers and staff ask guests to participate in the "Save the Earth" recy- cling program by placing recyclables in appropriate containers and depositing trash in garbage cans. Volunteers pick up trash and recyclable items late into the night. Give me variety - I'm a channel surfer a new season of The Sopranos* for me and Project Runway' for my wife 100% digital service for my 4 TVs and don't charge to install it CRAFTS, both juried and non-juried, are an important part of MerleFest. My Choice: America's Top 120 plus a Movie Value Pak from DISH Network There's real choice outside the cable box. DISH Network has so many more choices, you'll think your TV was custom-made for you. 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Open all day Friday and Saturday urn* jdwi XW Call today and ask how to get $100 off plus 3 FREE months of Starz Movie Pack <2 MAGIC O HOME ENTERTAINMENT Food Lion Shopping Contor Millora Crook, N.C. 336-667-6016 Jefferson, N.C. Toll Free 1-866-846-5603 www.magichont.com �30 • MerleFest • Wilkes Journal-Patriot • April 24, 2006 WCC Garden of Senses honors Merle Watson's memory The Eddy Merle Watson Garden of the Senses at Wilkes Community College is an enduring tribute to the memory of this great acous­ tic musician who forfeited his life in the prime of his artistic career. The visual beauty of a garden doesn't really have much to offer to a person who cannot see. The garden is part of a large complex of multivariate botanical gardens located on the WCC campus. This gar­ den is named in memory of Eddy Merle Watson, the gifted musician son of leg­ endary blind acoustic musi­ cian Arthel "Doc" Watson. Merle was tragically killed in an improbable accident at the age of 36. The capital investment necessary to bring the Garden for the Senses to its current state of develop­ ment has been funded by MerleFest, Each year a significant por­ tion of the MerleFest revenue is allocated to the continuing development of the Garden for the Senses. In addition to these annual development contributions, the festival has set an ambitious yet at­ tainable goal of generating $250,000 in revenue which can be set aside as a perma­ nent endowment for the maintenance and upkeep of Merle's garden. On the night of Oct. 22, 1085. Merle was restless and grabbed his all-weather jacket, fumbled around in the pocket for the key to his farm tractor, and left to seek help. Spotting a lighted house at the summit of a steep hill, he continued in that direction, praying he would not black out before he got there. With the aid of the couple whose home lie had come to, Merle successfully re­ moved the huge splinter. His wound bandaged, but weak from the trauma and loss of blood, Merle left to return home. Tragically, on the way back down the steep incline of the couple's drive, the tractor brakes locked, lead­ ing it over a high embank­ ment. 'Merle Watson was thrown off the large tractor, which then landed on him, killing him instantly. The life of one of acoustic music's brightest and most beloved musicians was at a prema­ ture end. The Eddy Merle Watson Memorial Garden for the Senses connects the Vernon and Louise Deal Native Gar­ den, which is the primary en­ trance to the MerleFest site, and the WCC Gardens Visi­ tors Center. The garden contains many ornate raised planters, a di­ versity of plants which were chosen for their strong fra­ grances and unusual tex­ tures, and braille identifica­ tion plaques which identify each plant for the visually impaired. The entryway to the garden is composed of a beautifully crafted arbor of brick columns The sectioned walkway which wends its way through the garden creates many van­ tage points and angles from which to absorb the garden's beauty. Pole lighting, ground level path lighting, and flood lights highlight a complex lighting system which allows the visitors attention to be Bank where you'll be heard. Wilkesboro MERLE WATSON, far right, stands with his father and mother, Doc and Rosa Lee Watson before he died in 1985. directed in a way that results in a visually pleasing assimi­ lation of the garden's special features. This inspiring work of art was designed and sculpted by noted Goldsboro, NC brick sculptor and artist, Pa­ tricia Turlington. "Nature's Alphabet" spans two panels, The most prominent ele­ ment of the garden however, is a serpintine brick wall of approximately 150 feet which contains a series of elaborate brick sculptures called "Na­ ture's Alphabet" and "The Tree of Memories." The Tree of Memories panel is 8 feet tall and 15 feet wide, and was done in four colors of clay - two shades of yellow clay for the leaves, and white and brown clays for the textured bark. The tree is carved into brown brick. This panel is shaped like the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills which surround Wilkesboro and forms a part of the elongated wall that adds such stimulat­ ing texture to the Garden of the Senses other features. Brushy Mountain Water and Coffee Company is the official water provider for the MerleFest 2006 2841 Highway 421 West 336.667.8684 Locally owned, distilled, and bottled in Wilkesboro Our 12th year in business 100 YEARS Free five-gallon delivery Bank of Granite A CENTURY OF SOLID SERVICE www.bankoffranite.com To your home, office, or business 1202 Curtis Bridge Road • Wilkesboro, N.C. 336-838-PURE • E-mail Brshy1ntH2O@aol.eom �Meriet-est • wiiKes Journal patriot • April 24, zuue • 31 Meet artists continued from Page 25 performances include old time fiddle tunes featuring Betse Ellis. With bass player Nate Gawron, the band resurrects 1940s and 1950s honky-tonk heroes like Hank Williams and Lefty Frizzell. The finishing touch for the band's sound is produced by the dobro, clawhammer banjo, and mandolin playing of Phil Wade. Wilkes Playmakers is an inde­ pendent, nonprofit community theater company dedicated to cultural enhancement through theater. Wilkes Playmakers was founded in 1990 by citizens who recognized a growing need for additional opportunities for area residents in all aspects of community theater. The Wilkes Playmakers' home is Benton Hall, which is the old North Wilkesboro Elementary School on D Street. The Playmakers are best known for its annual production of "Tom Dooley: A Wilkes County Legend." Mandolin virtuoso Tony Wil­ liamson's new album, "Still Light of the Evening," was chosen as Pete & Joan one of the five best bluegrass Wernlck (TFSS) albums of the year by The Chi­ cago Tribune. Williamson has been featured on mandolin with David Grisman and with vocal legend Luciano Pavarotti. His CD releases include "Across the Grain," "Living on the Hal­ lelujah Side" and "Christmas at Doobie Shea." In 1990, William­ Tony son founded Mandolin Central, Williamson which has become a major vin­ (FSat) tage instrument dealer. 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The second part will appear in Friday's paper, and will cover from May 1 to De­ cember 31. January Opening guns: The battle between Jefferson and the county over a jail site began.. In stock: Rep. Virginia Foxx got to bang the gavel at New York's Stock Exchange...Big bucks: A study found Hispanics added $9.2 billion to our state...Neither rain nor snow: kept Vannoy & Sons from working on a new bridge over Buffalo Creek in Sinethport... Campaign season opens: State Senate hopeful David Blust made a swing through the county...First: Jacob An­ drew Green became the first baby born in the county in 2006...A needed rest: The Cooperative Extension an­ nounced it would be giving up the Interagency Children's Christinas Project...Rooms without a view: The commis­ sioners approved building a 158-bed jail...Big changes: A smaller Christmas in July was planned...New plant: Smiths Aerospace rolled out its first airplane parts... Called to duty: The 1451st Transportation Co., including some Ashe residents, was or­ dered to Iraq...Record winds: Wind speeds topped 200 on Grandfather Mountain...Bad news: West Jefferson alder­ men learned the old Centura Bank building's soil was con­ taminated. February See 2006, page 5 County hires chief building inspector by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Jeff Cornett brings a lot of experience to his new job as chief building inspector for Ashe County. He comes from eight years with the Alleghany County inspections department and has worsted in construction most of his life. Licensed at Level 3, Cornett is certified to inspect any building, residential or commercial. He studied manufacturing engineering in college and performed electrical work, as did his father before him, a licensed electrician, and his grandfather, an electrical inspector. The Alleghany County native was happy to move up to a position as chief building inspector and is looking forward to the challenges of the job. "I like it," Cornett said of the work he has done since Post photo by Linda burcnerte' Jeff Cornett is the county's new chief building inspector. coming on board in Ashe Dec. 11. "The staff people I've met so far are extremely nice, and the public I've met seem to want to do building by code or See Inspector, page 5 Photo Courtesy of National Committee for the New River As people around the world remember President Gerald Ford, the National Committee for the New River recalls his impact on North Carolina. In September 1976 in the Rose Garden, President Ford signed legislation designating the New River a National Scenic River, providing permanent protections to this outstanding natural resource in the state. Region remembers President Ford in the battle to save the New River by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor As Americans mourn the loss of President fVrald Ford, residents of Aahe CoUj'uly and the New River ba^in remember him for helping save their homes 30 years ago. The specific date of this action should b'e remembered by local people as monumental in their history, as significant as what happened on the same date 25 years later. On Sept. 11,1976, President Ford signed a bill to make the New River a part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System, effectively stopping a proposed dam that would have flooded over 40,000 acres and displaced thousands of residents from the North Carolina High Country. According to the Nation ' <£<}sJ-ixn.botf ior Uie^vi. W J3rns& an organization inspired by the fight to save the river, "the definitive history of the original fight to save the New River from a proposed dam is a book by Thomas J. Schoenbaum, a law professor at Chapel Hill, and is called The New River Controversy.' It was published by John F. Blair of Winston-Salem in 1979." "From the book's introduction, which was written by Senator Sam J. Ervin, Jr.: '...Governor James Holshouser of North Carolina was able to enlist the assistance of President Ford and the Department of the Interior in an effort to make the New Ifiver a part of 'the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System by administration action. The prospect for success by this method was dimmed, however, by an adverse decision of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. Hence, it became apparent that congressional action was needed. Senator Jesse Helms of North Carolina and Representative Stephen Neal of North Carolina introduced companion bills in the Senate and the House to effect this objective and to nullify the license issued by the Federal Power Commission... the House passed the New River bill by a substantial raajpritv ..p short, time U'.ej, tut Senate passed the New River bill, and it became law when President Ford gave it his approval.' (p. ix-xi)." The book's narrative ends with the signing ceremony, and includes the following: "The sun shone brightly on the morning of September 11, 1976, when fifty invited supporters of the New River bill filed into the White House rose garden to attend the signing by President Ford. Before penning his signature, Ford said, This majestic and beautiful river and the land surrounding See River, page 5 ACHS students showcase their technology skills by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor From designing jewelry and a retirement home to rebuilding a car engine and better understanding the effects of aging, students at Ashe County High School are using their technology education to look at potential careers. Advanced Technologies students of Thelma Kastl recently presented projects to their classmates and adult observers on marketable products both practical for modern everyday use and creative in the field of robotics. "They put a lot of work into this," said Kastl, who was proud of her students' efforts, and helped them present their projects early in December. "They had to develop a project that was marketable, and some were very creative. They built robots and catapults, and an LED project for pictures. They had to do a portfolio and a report and give a Power Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Point presentation. It was all done this semester, really in the last two weeks." Jimmy Dale Patrick created a Physical Limitation Simulation Suit based on a German design that lets the wearer experience the difficulty of movement for older people and those with physical limitations. Weights on the hands and feet to simulate muscle weakness and joint deterioration, steel rods in the sleeves and legs of the suit to make bending of the elbows or knees difficult, belts strapped from chest to legs to simulate a hunched back, scarred goggles to simulate glaucoma and vision problems, ear muffs to distort hearing, and gloves with Velcro to simulate the effects of arthritis are all features of the suit Patrick designed. The original version was called "Instant Aging with a Wearable Time Machine" and created to give the youth of Germany a sense of being old and frai1. So a teenagercan feel what it's like to be 70 or older. Part of the reasoning behind the suit's development was to encourage the production of products appropriate for the aging baby boomer population. Patrick's suit will be taken to state competition for technology students as a prototype and then be given to the school's Health Occupations program to help the students better understand nursing home residents. In other projects presented by the students, Adam Trivette used a virtual architectural program to design a retirement facility and Adam Burchette rebuilt his Honda Accord's engine. Kastl presented a jewelrymaking project for a student who was out sick, along with her finished pieces. The students will go to regional Technology Student Association competition in March and state competition in April. Democrats plan swearing in The Ashe County Democratic Party invites everyone to attend a swearing in ceremony for Ashe County native NC Senator-elect Steve GOBS on Saturday, Jan. 6 at Ashe County Courthouse at 11 a.m. The Honorable C. Philip Ginn, Resident Superior Court Judge of Judicial District 24 will preside. A reception will follow at Democratic headquarters on South Jefferson Avenue in West Jefferson (the old Centura Bank building). Democrats will host a swearing in ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 13 at 11 a.m. at the county administration building on King Street in Boone Post Photo by Linda Burchette Jimmy Dale Patrick explains his Physical Limitation Simulation Suit, worn by Dustln Roten, to his Technologies Studies class at Ashe County High School. The suit simulates physical limitations experienced by older people. for NC Representative-elect Cullie Tarleton. He will be sworn in by Ashe County Register of Deeds Shirley Wallace. Everyone is invited to attend. Correction The story that appeared in the Dec. 26 issue concerning potential leaks in lines in the Lansing community should have noted that the issue con­ cerns sewer linds and not water lines. The Post regrets any confusion or inconvenience caused by this error. Water Resources Director Tim Church told the Lansing Board of Aldermen at their Dec. 11 meeting that potential problems with contamina­ tion from groundwater, surface water and other sources could eventually cause problems in the town's system and should be considered. Church said problems with inflow and infiltra­ tion could be coming from leaks in the lines or through faulty seals on manhole covers. There are several methods of locating leaks, he said, includ­ ing a pressurized smoke system to detect holes or breaks in the pipes and manholes. Mayor Jason Ring said on Thursday that the town is looking into grants to pay for testing the lines and those tests will hopefully be performed by summer. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Mildred Jean Eggers Grassy Creek March 17, 1921 December 25, 2006 Mrs. Mildred Jean Eggers, age 85, of Grassy Creek, died Monday, December 25, 2006 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held on Friday, December 29, 2006 at 11 a.m. at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home Chapel with Rev. Nathan Eggers, Rev. Wayne Jones and Rev. Bill Miller offi­ ciating. Burial followed in the Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Thurs­ day, December 28, 2006 at Boon^Amily Funeral Home. M^HSggers was born in Asl^^Hbunty on March 17, li^^^Bthe late Oscar Elliott late Queen Sallie C^^Hewis Elliott. She was a M^i-fiiHyorker for the United y^WPostal Service. was preceded in death Elmer Dean Patrick, Sr. August 20, 1938 December 26, 2006 Elmer Dean Patrick, Sr., died unexpectedly December 26, 2006 at Lake Norman Re­ gional Medical Center. Born August 20, 1938 in Ashe County, he was the son of the late Clifford Harley and Mae Brackett Patrick of Ashe County. Mr. Patrick was employed by Ostwalt Vault Company of Troutman for 32 years. For 47 years he was a beloved husband, a dedicated father and grandfather. He was the light of many lives and the backbone of his family. He is leaving behind a family who loved and will miss him for the joy he instilled in all of their lives. He was not only our father but our Daddy and Papaw. We will miss his lov­ ing smile. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his step-father, Werth Howell of Ashe County; son, Elmer Dean Patrick, Jr.; brother, Clifford Harley Patrick, Jr. He is survived by his loving wife Helen Arrington Patrick; children, Patricia Mayhorn of Mooresville, Debrft Mead(Randy) of M&dresville, Melinda Story of Charlotte, Daryle Patrick (Elizabeth) of Edith Mae Mitchell Mountain City January 27, 1930 December 25, 2006 Edith Mae"Gurney" Mitch­ ell, age 76, of Mountain City, passed away Monday, Decem­ ber 25, 2006 at Johnson City Medical Center. Edith was born on January 27, 1930 in Ashe County, N.C. to the late Victor and Susie Lee Harrington Testerman. She was a loving wife, moth­ er, and grandmother and will truly be missed. She was a member of Landmark Baptist Church and attended God's Country Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Franklin Mitchell; two sons, Bobby and Jimmy Mitchell; three broth­ ers, Fred, Ed, and Elmer Tes­ terman; and a grandson, Timmy Mitchell. Survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth Wallace of Pulaski, Va. and Dot Gra­ ham of Mountain City; two sons, Andy Mitchell of Wilkesboro, N.C. and Danny Mitch­ ell of Mountain City; sister, Goldie Testerman of Lansing, John L. (J.L.) Lewis Mountain City August 13, 1941 December 28, 2006 John L. (J. L.) Lewis, age 65, of 614 Rainbow Road, Mountain City passed away, Thursday December 28, 2006 at the Johnson County Medi­ cal Center. He was born Au­ gust 13,1941 to the late Dale and Pearl Pardue Lewis. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Ann Perry Lewis. Mr. Lewis was a Truck Driver, a U. S. Army Veteran having served in Germany, a member of the Taylorsville Masonic Lodge # 243 F & AM and attended the Roan Creek Baptist Church. Survivors include: One son: Wayne Lewis of Moun­ tain City; one daughter and husband: Eva and Josh Crosswhite of Mountain City; two grandchildren: Selisa White and John White of Mountain City Funeral services were held 8 p. m. Saturday, December 30, 2006 from the Chapel of the Henson Funeral Home with Rev. Deri McCloud offici< by her husband, William F. Eggers on July 22, 2000. She is survived by two sons, Bill Eggers and wife, Genie, of Grassy Creek and James L. Eggers, of Califor­ nia; a daughter Ann DuVall and her husband, William, of Indian Harbor Beach, Flori­ da; seven grandchildren, Rev. Nathan Eggers, Elisa Egg­ ers Miller, Randy DuVall, Jill DuVall Lego, Steven DuVall, Jeff Eggers and Kim Eggers Harshman; ten great-grand­ children also survive. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to: High County Health Care System Hospice, PO Box 421, Jefferson, NC 28640 or Gide­ on's, PO Box 993, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson was in charge of these arrange­ ments. Griffithsville, WV, Michelle Dix (John) of Burlington, Loretta Patrick of Mooresville; step-mother, Dorothy Howell; brothers, Robert Patrick and Marshall Patrick;sisters, Vennie Houck and Flossie Day; grandchildren, Jeremy McHargue, Jean Ann Simmons, JR Simmons, Daniel Thomp­ son, Lisa Thompson, Heather Simmons, Frank Simmons, Nicolas Patrick, D.J. Patrick, Courtney Patrick, DeMario Patrick, Samantha Patrick, Stephanie Patrick, Rocky Mayhorn, Yolonda Patrick; great-grandchildren, Michael Simmons, Brandon Harris, Alyssa Harris, Haleigh McHargue, Jerico Givens, Hannah Givens, Hannah McHargue, and Summer Alcantar. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Decem­ ber 29 at Shepherd Baptist Church with Rev. Tommy Lewis and Rev. Robert Pat­ rick officiating. The body lay in state 30 minutes prior to service. Burial followed in the church cemetery. The fam­ ily received friends Thursday from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at CavinCook Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Shepherd Baptist Church, 2210 Charlotte Hwy., Moores­ ville, NC 28115. The'Patrick farfiily was served by Cavin-Cook Funer­ al Home, Mooresville. Woodruff H. Breines Sheffield Lake, Ohio December 23, 2006 Woodruff "Woody" H. Breines, 94, of Sheffield Lake, Ohio, passed away Saturday, December 23, 2006 at the New Life Hospice Residence Center, Lorain, following a brief illness. He was born in New York City, New York and moved to Sheffield Lake three years ago from West Jef­ ferson, North Carolina. He was a graduate of New York University, New York and employed as an architect on commercial buildings in New York City, New York and Bos­ ton, Massachusetts. He was also involved in the construc­ tion of the Stealth Bomber. Woody enjoyed oil painting Estate Planning More Than a Will and received an award from the Metropolitan Museum of Art for his artwork. He also enjoyed gardening, wood­ working and tennis. Mr. Breines is survived by his wife of twelve years, Carolyn (nee Minnich); a son, Marc Breines of Char­ lotte, North Carolina and a grandson Previn Breines of Charlotte, North Carolina; a step son, Jeffrey B. Weddle of Brookpark, Ohio; and two brothers, Charles Breines of Boca Raton, Florida and Seymour Breines of St. Pe­ tersburg, Florida. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Esther and his parents, Louis and Rebecca (nee Belsky) Breines. A memorial service was held at the Busch Funeral Home, 163 Avon-Belden Rd. Avon Lake, Ohio on Wednes­ day, December 27 at 1 p.m. Barbara Habecker will serve as celebrant. Memorials may be forwarded to New Life Hospice, in care of Commu­ nity Health Partners Founda­ tion, 3700 Kolbe Rd. Lorain, OH 44053 or the Alzheimer's Association, 12200 Fairhill Rd. Cleveland, OH 44120. For more information, to view an on-line memorial or to send a condolence, go to www.buschfuneral.com For many, estate planning is a fancy way of preparing a will. However, the two are certainly not one in the same, and the belief that they are is just one of the many common misconceptions about estate planning. Estate planning is one of the most important things a person can do, lest they risk putting the fruits of their life's labor in jeopardy. With such important consequences, it's good for anyone involved in estate planning to consider the following. • Understanding probate and what you can do about it. Probate is the legal process wherein a person's will or estate is renewed before title can be transferred from the decedent's name into that of the living beneficiaries. Some people believe a good will can avoid probate and that transfer of assets will occur immediately. In fact, a will often mandates probate, and the process of asset transfer can take anywhere from a few months to several years. For people with property in differ­ ent states, a probate hearing is often required in each state where property is owned. It's important to note, however, that probate can be avoided. Each case is individual, yet there are ways around timely and ultimately expensive probate. Discussing the dif­ ferent avenues available to avoid probate is a good start to estate planning. • States can dictate where your assets go if you don't. This is arguably the great­ est reason why all people should have a will. Even if you're a young parent in seemingly perfect health, you should have a will. A common misconception is that people with limited assets don't need a will, as common sense will dictate which of their family members will get what they have when they pass away. However, some states have laws wherein a decedent's assets are distributed by the state if the decedent does not have a will. Even if your es­ tate is small, your assets won't necessarily be distributed according to your intentions if you don't have a written record of those intentions. John F. Coldiron Oxford, Pa. December 16, 2006 John F. Coldiron, 77, of Ox­ ford, Pa. died Saturday, De­ cember 16, 2006, at the Jennersville Regional Hospital, West Grove, Pa. He was the husband of Lu­ cille Carpenter Coldiron, with whom he shared 57 years of marriage. Born in Ashe County, he was the son of the late Freel and Bertha Baugess Coldiron. John had lived in Oxford since 1975. He formerly resided in Cochranville. He was employed with Magness Construction, Wilmington, Del., as a car­ penter, retiring in 1993. He is survived by his wife; one daughter, Jan Weaver of Oxford; two sons, Richard Coldiron and his wife Nan­ cy of Oxford and Michael J. Coldiron Jof Oxford; jjevei* grand children; four great­ grandchildren ; two brothers, Worth Coldiron of Oxford and NC; two brothers, Jay Tester- Howard Coldiron of Cochranman of Bristol, TN and Lewis ville; and one sister, Beulah Testerman of Abingdon, Va.; Osborne of Cochranville. eight grandchildren, Blu Key Funeral services were held of Mountain City, Christo­ at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, De­ pher and Anthony Mitchell cember 20, at the Edward L. of Greensboro, N.C., Emily, Collins Funeral Home Inc., 86 Ashley, and Crystal Blevins Pine St., Oxford, Pa., where of Ashe County, N.C. and Ni- • friends and family called from cole Barker of Ashe County, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, N.C.; four great grandchil­ December 19. Interment was in the Ox­ dren, Trey Sheets and Aus­ tin, Dalton, and Canyon Key; ford Cemetery. several nieces and nephews;* Online condolences may be and a special friend, Junior sent to www.elcollinsfuneralWestover. home.com. The family received friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Fri­ Ray Brown day, December 29, 2006 at West Jefferson Mountain City Funeral Home August 2, 1929 with the service following at 7 December 19, 2006 p.m. with Pastor Ron Manuel Ray Brown age 77 of West officiating. The family also Jefferson, NC, formerly of received friends at the home Piney Creek, NC, died Tues­ of the daughter, Dot Graham, day, December 19, 2006 at 250 Wilson Lane, Mountain the Ashe Memorial Hospital. City. Mr. Brown was born in Condolences may be made Piney Creek, NC on August online at www.mountaincity2, 1929 to the late Talmadge funeralhome.com. and Rissie Halsey Brown. He The family of Edith M. was a United States Army Mitchell has entrusted her Veteran, serving in the Ko­ service to Mountain City Fu­ rean Conflict. neral Home, 224 S. Church Funeral services were held St., Mountain City, TN 37683 Friday, December 22, 2006 ated. at 2:00 P.M. at Piney Creek Masonic Services followed United Methodist Church. A the Funeral service accorded military graveside was con­ by the Taylorsville Masonic ducted by the Bruce Wayne Lodge # 243 F & AM. Osborne VFW Post # 7034 of Music was under the Di­ Alleghany County at the Pin­ rection of Mr. Joe Simcox ey Creek United Methodist Graveside services and Church Cemetery. The fam­ burial were held 2 p. m. Sun­ ily received friends Thursday, day from the Rainbow Cem­ December 21, 2006 from 6 etery. p.m. to 8 p.m. at Badger Fu­ Friends and family were neral Home. Flowers were asked to assemble at the accepted or memorials may Rainbow cemetery at 1:45 p. be made to the Ashe Memori­ al Hospital Foundation Fund, m. Pallbearers were: Ronnie 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, Pardue, Terry Pardue, Boyd NC 28640. Mr. Brown is survived by Pardue, Jim Crowder, James his wife: Ann Day Brown, Harper and Jimmy Walker. Honorary Pallbearers will one daughter: Diane Brown Corbett and husband Zane be Co-workers of Maymead. The family received friends of Mebane, N.C. , one grand from 6 p.m. until 8 p. m. Sat­ daughter: Ceara Corbett, sev­ urday, prior to the services at eral nieces and nephews Send condolences to the the Funeral Home Chapel. family by visiting our website Friends may also call at the at www.badgerfuneralhome. family residence: 614 Rain­ com bow Road, Mountain City at Badger Funeral Home anytime. was in charge of the arrange­ Henson Funeral Home is ments. serving the Lewis family. Condolences may be eView the Obituaries mailed to the family through online at our website at www.hensonwwwjeffersonp08t.com funeralhome.com Does Your Favorite Fishing Buddy Need a Reminder Of Warmer Times To Come? Shoiv them your warm intents with A JEFFERSON POST-IT Note Call 846-7164 t j • Even jointly shared assets require estate planning. Some people feel that jointly shared assets are a way around estate planning. While it's true that jointly shared assets can avoid probate (until the last owner's death, that is), jointly shared assets might be subject to estate or gift taxes. In addi­ tion, jointly shared assets are subject to creditors of all owners, which can create problems. Finally, if a dece­ dent with jointly shared assets did not intend for those assets to be transferred to the other owner upon the decedent's death, without an estate plan, the surviving joint owner will have all assets transferred to him. • Estate planning is for you as well. Estate planning is not done simply to ensure your family's financial secu­ rity upon your passing. While a will is expressly concerned with dividing your estate upon your death, estate planning can (and should) provide for you during your lifetime, should you become incapaci­ tated due to old age, illness or an accident. In addition, estate planning is important so you can establish a du­ rable power or attorney and a medical durable power or attorney. In doing so, you're designating someone who can make financial decisions on your behalf should you fall ill (durable power of attorney) and medical decisions on your behalf (medical durable power of attorney). • Get an attorney. Differ­ ent states have many differ­ ent laws with respect to a decedent's estate. An estate planning attorney can profes­ sionally draft all necessary documents and make sure they conform with your state's laws. Such documents are then less open to challenges upon your death. Oftentimes, improperly drawn up wills are invalid in court. To truly protect your family from any added stress upon your death, an estate planning attorney is a worthwhile and not neces­ sarily costly expense. Each and every day, fami­ lies fall victim to poor estate planning. To avoid such a fate, begin your estate planning as soon as possible. Attention Medicare beneficiaries: PARTNERS Medicare Advantage plans offer low and/or no monthly premium plans! Want to learn more? This meeting is for you! Thursday, January 4th at 11:00 am Prime Sirloin 825 East Main St., Jefferson Presentation designed for prospects PARTNEFSgf Medicare • Low or no monthly premium plans available • Health care benefits and Medicare prescription drug coverage in one plan • Low copayments and convenient costs Accepting new enrollees. 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The instilation of new officers will take place, and there will be speakers from CMA.Bring food and drink for a pot-luck lunch! Thursday, January 4 8 a.m.: Interagency Meeting. Come and share information with others about new and ongoing community projects, at Jefferson Station Coffee Shop. Saturday, January 6 I p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic moun­ tain? What is Amphibolite any­ way? Meet a ranger for a 1.3mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. Sunday, January 7 II a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My PeopleThink: Common Objections to Christianity": "Is Christianity a Manmade Religion?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship ser­ vices are at 11am on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson History; Meet at Park Office. Today Mt. Jefferson is a State Park and a National Natural Area. Why did this mountain become a park and who owns it today? Meet at the park office and explore some of the stories and photos from the past. This program will include a drive to the park's overlooks and an optional 3 tenths of a mile hike to the summit tower at 4683 above sea level. Bring a coat and boots if you plan to hike. Monday, January 8 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, the Club will discuss projects and programs for 2007. Members and other interested persons are urged to attend. Come and see what Ruritan plans to do for the community. For more information, call 982-9538. A $1 per session donation will help defray the costs of keep­ ing up the website and pur­ chasing honorariums for the staff at the pool. A $5 donation will cover an individual as a "season pass" for all of the ses­ sions. There will be a donation jar at each session. Donations are voluntary and on the honor system. Thursday, January 11 7:30 a.m.: Screening at Cholesterol Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744 Saturday, January 13 6:30 p.m.: Peak Creek Church of the Brethren in Laurel Springs will have a singing. The featured sing­ ers will be The Elliott Brothers and Glenda, and The Gospel Travelers. Everyone is welcome to come and fellowship. Sunday, January 14 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "How Can We Reconcile Faith and Hypocrisy?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We cur­ rently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship services are at 11am on Sundays. Dress is casu­ al and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org Monday, January 15 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family Central Conference Room. Call 846-0781 for more infor­ mation. Friday, January 19 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Saturday, January 20 7 a.m.: Special Siblings Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Designed to help prepare young children for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734. 1 p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike: Meet at Mount Jefferson picnic shelter. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecological interconnec­ tions and energy exchangers that make life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a vari­ ety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Wear stur­ dy shoes. Sunday, January 21 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Why Would a Loving God Allow Suffering?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We cur­ 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of the rently worship at the Blowing High Country will meet in Rock School Auditorium on the Watauga County Human Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Services Center, lower level, . Rock Stage Company). Our 132 Poplar Grove Connector, worship services are at 11am Boone. Daniel Piatt and Reid on Sundays. Dress is casu­ Smithdeal, counselors with New al and child care is provided. River Behavioral HealthCare Questions? Call 295-8333 or will present a program on visit www.faithbridgeumc.org Recovery Initiatives dealing 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson with Medication Management Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ and Psychosocial Family ter. Mount Jefferson stands Education. The public is invited today at 4683 feet above sea to attend. level. Was this mountain once Tuesday, 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides January 9 on this metamorphic moun­ 6:30 p.m.: Watauga Paddlers tain? What is Amphibolite any­ Roll Sessions sponsored by: way? Meet a ranger for a 1.3Chetola Resort in Blowing mile hike and explore some of Rock. Sessions will start the geological mysteries that Tuesday, January 9 and con­ make this mountain's geology tinue each Tuesday until April rock! Bring a coat, and wear 24th, from 6:30 p.m. til 9 p.m. sturdy shoes. The format is open - in other words you can arrive and leave Tuesday, any time during the session. January 23 There is no formal program or 5:30 p.m.: "Are You Tough instruction, but boaters usually Enough -100 Man Campaign" help each other out. Charge: - Meeting will focus on depres­ sion in men. At Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson. 846-0781 Sunday, January 28 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Is Christianity 'Right' and All Other Religions Wrong'?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship ser­ vices are at 11am on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org Wednesday, January 31 11 a.m.: ACT Against Cancer Annual Planning Meeting at Ashe Family Central in the large Conference Room. Call 846-0781 2 p.m.: New River State Park 221 Access. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music with local musicians as they play traditional, Old Time and Bluegrass. All musicians are welcome, so bring your instru­ ment and join in, or bring a chair and enjoy the entertain­ ment. Participants will meet at the Community Building from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All programs are free and open to the public. 7 p.m.: Session V of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes continues through January 16th at Ashe Memorial Hospital. 2007 series begins February 6th. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Ongoing Events The County Roads Mobile Pharmacy is still serving Ashe County! All prescriptions are now being filled in Boone, at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition (located at the old health department building off Bamboo Road). Medication pick up days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Clients can call in their prescription refills at 828-262162, or doctors can fax new prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" Bible, study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550*Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group' sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every first and third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, smallfurniture. and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640, next to The Gap Hair Salon, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. Angels in the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Come enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-1377. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road irl West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina at 336-982-4416. Riverview Learning Center is offering computer classes and more. To register or for details, call 385-1338. Riverview Community Thrift Store will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. untif 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday night Pickin' and Jammin' will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 10 p.m. Riverview Community Center is located in Creston. West Jefferson Community Partnership meets the fourth Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at West Jefferson Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in the revitalization of our community is invited. Greater Preservation Fleetwood Organization announces its regularly scheduled meetings, occurring on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center® Fleetwood Lib entrance on Railroad Gr. Road just off Hwy 221. Ai residents are invited to con be a part of the future i Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care about their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. Anyone interested please join them on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Call 336-386-6650 with questions. Breathe... Don't Bum! Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: • Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branche nd other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow OAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or nghts-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads •Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m Burn permits issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: 1 (877) OPEN BURN www.ncair.org 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 271C (336)771-5000 (This ad paid lor by a violator of the open burning law.) �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial 2007: Some big stories We do not pretend to pre­ dict the future, but there are some trends and sto­ ries that are likely to make headlines in Ashe County and the region this coming year. Here are several likely "big" stories of 2007: •West Jefferson's ABC vote: Facing "wet" compe­ tition from its neighbor Jefferson, West Jefferson must decide whether to raise the stakes by approv­ ing the county's first ABC store, along with mixed drinks. Much of the vocal opposition will come from outside the town limits. Expect a close vote—and which side wins is too early to tell. •Advanced Materials Cluster: This phrase—unfa­ miliar just a short time ago in the area—could hold the key to the region's economic future. Ashe County is in the running to host a major facility, and success here could mean a number of good-paying jobs. Watch for these advanced materials to become a critical niche market for the county. •Smiths Aerospace: This is an ongoing story, as the plant develops, the work­ force's skills mature and new machinery arrives reg­ ularly. The county's newest manufacturer appears to have a very bright future— good news for the county for decades to come. •Suicides: The county is only beginning to wrestle with our ongoing, stateworst (per capita) suicide rate. Silence is deadly, and we have to start talking to each other about depres­ sion—before it kills more of our people. Men, in particu­ lar, must know that seeking help is a sign of strength— not weakness. •Back to Iraq?: As the year begins, the Bush Administration is weighing whether to send more troops to Iraq. That could mean calling up more Iraq vet­ erans and National Guard units—or even a draft. We will have to wait and see what happens on this story. •Commercial growth: West Jefferson is very like­ ly to be the scene of some considerable commercial growth during the next year. Work on at least one hotel, plus other develop­ ment is expected. And on Phoenix Mountain—to ski slope or not? •School growth: The sur­ prise story of the decade is the rapid growth in school enrollment in the county. Watch for this trend to con­ tinue—and the financial impact it will have on the school system as classrooms are added. Post Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Pay off your debt in 2007 ***** by Jason Alderman I've learned the hard way that although New Year's resolutions can be a great way to make a fresh start, if you set unrealistic goals they'll likely fizzle out after a few months. Sometimes small steps are the answer, building momentum as you go. 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Perhaps the worst of a bad breed, you'll recall, was the in­ famous $200 million "Bridge to Nowhere" in Alaska. (Actu­ ally, it was to a small island where 50 people lived, which technically may not be "no­ where" but you certainly can see it from there.) Republican Senator Ted Stevens was the project's godfather and he was insulted—positively out­ raged—that anyone would find fault with spending $4 million per person on a bridge in his state. The practice of attach­ ing these earmarks, often anonymously, onto legislation without discussion of their individual merits, simply as a favor to the legislator in­ volved, had gotten entirely out of hand, said the Demo­ crats. Under Republican rule, the cost of earmarks had bal­ looned to $64 billion a year and Democrats were going to do something about them; yes they were. Now that they are about to take control of the appro­ priations machinery, however, the Democrats have morphed into Rosea n n e Roseannadana. "Never mind," is their bat­ tle cry. S e n . Daniel Inouye of Hawaii, Donald Kaul the 82year-old Democrat who is taking over as chairman of the defense appropriations subcommit­ tee, the largest pool of discre­ tionary spending available for earmarking, said that he didn't contemplate any "mon­ umental changes" in the sys­ tem: He said that he'd met with Sen. Stevens, the current de­ fense appropriations chair, before the election, and they'd come to an agreement. "We pledged to each other that no matter what hap­ pens, we will continue with our tested system of biparti­ sanship and we've been doing this for the past 25 years, and it's worked." Yes, it has, particularly for Alaska and Hawaii. TTiose two states get more bucks per person in earmarks than any other state. Hawaii gets about $750 per resident per year, Alaska $1,677. The way the system works Senate Washington Sen. Elizabeth Dole Gov. Michael F. Easley Office of the Governor Washington, DC 20510 20301 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 1-800-662-7952 Sen. Richard Burr content copyright 2006 by Jefferson Times Inc. id may not be reproduced without permission. Governor Raleigh 120 Russell Senate Office Building Mailroom Department Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 is, the majority party gets 60 percent of the booty for its projects, while the minority settles for 40 percent. Now that the Democrats have be­ come the majority, is it really fair to expect them to give up their turn at the public trough? "What's good for the goose is good for the gander," said Democratic Sen. Patty Mur­ ray of Washington, set to become chairperson of the transportation subcommittee. She, incidentally, threatened her colleagues with reprisal if they voted against Stevens' bridge. Who said there's no bi­ partisanship in Washington? These projects, after all, are a way of rewarding politi­ cal contributors and convinc­ ing working stiffs that you have their best interests at heart. Some of them are even worthwhile. Sen. Tom Harkin, Iowa Democrat, says he is an un­ abashed supporter of ear­ marks, which he prefers to call "Congressional directed funding." He claims that 14 years ago he started directing mil­ lions of dollars out of the de­ fense budget into breast can­ cer research. "Now, was that bad?" he asked "The New York Times" reporter interviewing him on the subject. He should have asked me. Contact your representatives (202) 224-6342 Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. PAGE 4 TUESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2007 Dirksen Senate Office Building SDB 40-C Washington, DC, NC 20510 Senate Sen. Steve Goss (as of Jan. 13) Phone: (202) 224-3154 House of Representatives House of Representatives Rep. Cullie Tarleton (as of Jan. 13) Rep. Virginia Foxx Raleigh addresses for incoming Sen. Steve 503 Cannon House Office Building Goss and incoming Rep. Cullie Tarleton will Washington, DC 20515 be available shortly. phone: 202-225-2071 Yes, it's bad. Not because the project isn't worthwhile but because it is a violation of the integrity of the budget proce­ dure. There's no legitimate de­ fense reason for the Defense Department to fund breast cancer research. If a project, however noble, cannot get funded on its own merits, it should die. Getting away from that principle leads inevitably to the Bridge to Nowhere. My personal favorite of the examples of the art of the ear­ mark is the work of Sen. Rob­ ert Byrd of West Virginia, the longest serving U.S. senator in history, who is slated to be­ come the chairman of the full House Appropriations Com­ mittee. As a result of his appropri­ ations magic over the years, his state now is home to the Coast Guard's Operations System Center, its National Vessel Movement Center and (soon) its National Maritime Center. If the state only had a coast, it would be all set. And now that Senator Byrd is back in charge, maybe it will get one. Don Kaul is a two-time Pulitzer Prize-losing Wash­ ington correspondent who, by his own account, is right more than he's wrong. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �TUESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Students graduate from class about the U.S. Constitution President Bush Signs New Postal Law First major change to the Postal Service since 1971 WASHINGTON - President George W. Bush recently signed into law new postal legislation that will benefit both residential and business customers by ensuring predictable price increases tied to the rate of inflation. The Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act is the first major change to the Postal Service since 1971. The law enables the organization to continue its transformation efforts and cost-cutting measures. "This new law could not have come at a better time. The Postal Service has never been stronger and this law enables us to build on our successes," said Postmaster General John E. Potter who attended today's White House signing ceremony. The Postal Service has ended a fourth consecutive year with positive retained earnings, a seventh consecutive year of improved productivity, and has benefited from record service and customer satisfaction scores that are independently measured. This is the culmination of a 12-year effort by Congress to secure changes to the laws governing the Postal Service. It will link future rate increases to the Consumer Price Index and give the Postal Service more flexibility for ju icing competitive products. The Act also reconstitutes the existing Postal Rate Commission into a regulatory body with greater authority and responsibility. The current rate case under consideration will proceed as scheduled. The Postal Service will be able to file one last rate case under the current rules. The new law directs the Department of the Treasury to resume the funding of military pensions for postal employees and abolishes a federally mandated escrow requirement directing those monies to pre-fund retiree health benefits. Potter said, "Over the next decade, these changes will free the Postal Service of future legacy costs. We are now on firm financial footing for the future." 2006 continued from front page Remembering: Old cus­ tomers honored the owner of Gert's on her 80th birthday... Still no break: Gov. Mike Easley offered a $5,000 reward in the murder of Tim Shatley... Silence: County commission­ ers did not take any action on Commissioner Richard Calhoun's earlier suggestion to have a ABC store vote...Top flight: Our library was rated highly in a survey of users... Winner: Holly Stephens be­ came the county's spelling bee winner...Arrests: Five were arrested on meth charges... Airport: Florida Rep. John Micah was in town, as guest of Rep. Foxx, to look at federal aid for our facility...Election surprise: Jerry Roten sudden­ ly pulled out of the clerk of court race, opening what soon became a very crowded field. He joined Sheriff Jim Hartley Wind storm: A home under construction in West Jefferson collapsed...No sale: Commis­ sioners rejected the sugges­ tion of selling the Eller prop­ erty, where they had hoped to put a jail...Animal friends: Kids at Westwood Elementa­ ry sponsored animals at the county's shelter...Tax chang­ es: Revaluation caused fire departments to seek altera­ tions in their district leviesBudget woes: The Blue Ridge Parkway faced a tough battle to keep up maintenance...Still a question: There was lots of talk about a possible ski slope on Phoenix Mountain...Visi­ tor: New UNC system Presi­ dent Erskine Bowles visited tree farms in the region... Improvements: Workers were laboring hard at Family Cen­ tral and Ashe County Park... Voting: The county got ready for a hotly contested primary. plumbing, mechanical, and electrical - with each category having three levels of expertise. Continuing education classes must also be completed to remain certified as a North Carolina building inspector. Inspectors take a test through the state Department of Insurance, and are issued a standard certificate for the level of test achieved. Level 3 certifies an inspector for any inspections while lower levels allow more restricted inspections. Each state has its own building code and standards, Cornett said, and inspectors in North Carolina can only inspect in the county in which they are employed unless a special arrangement is made between county managers. The county manager is responsible for the building inspectors' work and inspections. Ashe County is growing in both residential and commercial building permits, Cornett said. In 2000, there were 240 residential permits issued compared to 346 by November of 2006. Total permits issued in 2000 totaled 418 compared to 498 by the end of November 2006. The total includes residential, commercial and electrical. Cornett and his wife, Lesley, have two children, Ashley, 8, and Ben, 4. They currently live in Sparta but plan a move to Ashe County later this year. and Commissioners Calhoun and Gerald Price in not seek­ ing re-election. March Changing of the guard: West Jefferson Police Chief James Williams retired (to run for sheriff), and was suc­ ceeded by Robert Roten... Deadline: Seniors pondered their Medicare drug options... Ticket time: The lottery ar­ rived in the county...An unfond farewell: Attorney Gen­ eral Roy Cooper kicked the last payday lenders out of the state. They now lurk in Vir­ ginia...A start: Grading began at the site of the new Lowes... Grand opening: Wilkes Com­ munity College celebrated its greatly expanded Ashe Cen­ ter. April Inspector— continued from front page exceed the code. They know using the code properly is good for the community." That code is state law for building regulations and what the inspections department uses as guidelines for their permits. Ashe County has three full-time building inspectors, including Cornett, and one fire inspector. Their duties include reviewing construction plans and issuing permits. They go on site to insure work adheres to the state building code and do code interpretations, explaining the code to homeowners and builders. All inspectors must complete training and pass certification classes. Certifications are issued in four categories - building, by Kershaw Getty Special to the Post Recently in a ceremony held at Shatley Springs, graduates of the "Christianity and the Constitution" class were awarded their diplomas. The Constitution workshop and school is an in-depth training and facilitating opportunity for those who are interested in a better understanding of the U.S. Constitution and the works of its founders. In this 10week workshop, led by Carol Phillips, students are given a clear perspective on the original intent of the framers of the Constitution and many misunderstandings relative to "separation of church and state," which is not part of the Constitution, and the Establishment Clause, are clarified. The study stresses the many biblical principles evidenced within the U.S. Constitution. Those graduating in the 2006 class were: Karen Nieto, Joyce Pruitt, Rev. John Wheeler, C h e r y l Wheeler, Frank G r i m i a 1 d i, R i c h a r d Cox, Mary Boccaccio, Victor Cullen, M a r1e t t e Cullen, Rev. Daryl Giles, Alecia Giles, J e r e m i a h PhotoCourtesy of Kershaw Getty Cullen, and Graduates of a "Christianity and the Lee McMillan. Constitution" class awarded diplomas Those recently at Shatley Springs, and previous graduates of graduates, are, from left: Elaine Little, Cheryl the class of wheeler, Kershaw Getty, Carol Phillips, Lee 2004 present McMillan, and Lynn Getty, were Rev. Kershaw Getty, Debbie sung by Lynn Getty. Rev. Richardson, and Elaine Kershaw Getty served as Little. Martha McRee, also a master of ceremonies. graduate of 2004, was unable Another Constitution class to attend. is being planned for spring The guest speaker for the event was Jim Capo of and/or fall 2007. For more the John Birch Society, and information, please contact special patriotic songs were Carol Phillips at 846-3948. River continued from front page it have been preserved for future generations. I hope the New River will flow free and clear for another 100 million years.' After the ceremony, Governor Holshouser, in a fighter moment, thanked the President for his support and presented him with a charter certificate naming him Admiral of the New River Navy.' After signing the bill, President Ford commented, 'When a decision has to be made between energy production and environmental protection... you must ask what is the will of the people involved...It is clear in this case the people wanted the New River like it is. (p. 180)" The New River...Like It Is" became a motto for the National Committee for the New River, but has been altered in recent years to"Like It Was." Those early efforts by local residents to save their river was just a beginning to a fight that continues to this day. Designation as an American Heritage River in 1998 by President Bill Clinton and some parts named as High Quality Water by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources are further efforts to protect this valuable resource, the second oldest river in the world. The fight these days is to protect the river from pollution caused by overdevelopment, erosion of riverbanks and trash. The river as a whole is doing really well," said NCNR President George Santucci. The biggest challenge as it stands today is development. The biggest pollutant is sedimentation from development and other sources." Santucci said the increasing development of homes along the river is contributing to the erosion when homeowners clear the banks to better see the river. That vegetation is there for a purpose, he said, and that is to control the erosion of the banks. People cut down trees and bushes along the riverbanks and then wonder why their backyards are disappearing. The sediment that results from erosion is carried down the rivertodamsandlow water bridges, clogging the river's flow and causing flooding. Volunteers with the NCNR and other organizations have planted over 37 miles of creek and river front with trees and bushes to help prevent erosion. Homeowners interested in correcting their eroding riverbanks can contact NCNR for help. "If folks would consider the value of the river and it's value to the world, they would understand it deserves protection and preservation," Santucci said. "We can all do simple things, like not throwing trash into the river or anywhere it could wash into the river. Plant a tree and don't cut down the ones already on the riverbanks. If we don't make some changes, it's going to look like the coast. Houses will be fining the river and only the privileged will have access." Quantity of water is as great a concern to the river protectors as water quality. Santucci said local governments need to consider the downstream effects of what they do and everyone needs to be conscious of the New River's value as a resource to the people who live here. Not only for drinking water, but as a recreational resource to residents and visitors, the New River contributes much to the health and well-being and economy of the area. "As a community and society, if we don't realize the value of these resources we'll lose them," said Santucci. "We need to consider the impact of unregulated growth. It brings in lots of tax dollars, but a beautiful place like Ashe County is no longer beautiful and nobody wants to come here. Growth can be controlled and regulated in a smart way It is an opportunity to be proactive and protect what we have." The NCNR is also concerned about a proposed prison facility at Cox's Chapel in Grayson County, Virginia, that could impact the New River, just from the amount of infrastructure that would be needed. He encourages people to learn more about the situation and send written comments to Virginia Governor Tim Kaine during this 60-day public comment period. For more information, contact NCNR at 246-4871. Notice of Public Hearing West Jefferson Board of Aldermen January 4, 2007 The West Jefferson Board of Alderman will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, January 4,2007 at 5:50pm. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the closing of .07miles (375') of Crescent Lane in West Jefferson. Resolution North Carolina Department of Transportation Request for Abandonment from the State Maintained Secondary Road System North Carolina County of Ashe Road Description: Secondary Road 1249 Crescent Lane (.07 mi=approx. 375') WHEREAS, the attached petition has been filed with the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson requesting that the above described section of road, the location of which has been indicated in black on the attached map, be abandoned from the Secondary Road System, and WHEREAS, the Board of Aldermen is of the opinion that the above described road should be abandoned by the Secondary Road System. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson that the Division of Highways is hereby requested to review the above described road, and to abandon the specified section of road from future State Maintenance, provided all residents/property owners affected are in concurrence and that this action will not have a negative impact to the general traveling public. Certificate The foregoing resolution was duly adopted by the Board of Aldermen of the Town of West Jefferson at a meeting on the 5th day of October, 2006. Attachments available at West Jefferson Town Hall �Wednesday- January 3 Friday- January 5 JV/ Var Basketball Away JV/Var Basketball HOME at Starmount 4 p.m. vs North Surry 4 p.m. Wrestling HOME Wrestling Away at North vs North Iredell 7 p.m. Surry 7 p.m. This week in Husky sports Husky Men and Lady Huskies both win championship Husky Men defeat Johnson County and Grayson County Photo by Michael Graybeal The Varsity Men Huskies are the 2006 Colvard Oil Holiday Classic Tournament Champions following two great victories over Johnson County High School and Grayson County High School. by Michael Graybeal fast break lay up by Parker first half, the Longhorns Sports Reporter Johnson, with the score 12-5. capitalized off of an out of In the first round of the The Huskies and Longhorns bounds play from the side annual Colvard Oil Holiday then traded baskets for the line, and found an open spot Classic, the Husky Men were remainder of the first period, in the Huskies defense and paired with the Longhorns and at the conclusion of the hit a buzzer-beater three from Johnson Cbunty. The first eight minutes of play, pointer as they headed into Huskies advanced to the the Huskies were leading the the halftime intermission championship game with a Longhorns, 20-13. with the score tied 30-30. narrow four-point victory over The second quarter was Following the halftime the Longhorns, 64-60. a different story for the intermission, the second half The action opened up Huskies. Throughout the opened with the Longhorns with Tommy Spagnolo and eight minutes of action, gaining an early four-point Coleman Payne scoring the Huskies struggled on lead just two minutes into the two quick baskets to give the offensive end, and the third quarter,38-34. However, the Huskies an early 4-2 Longhorns held the Huskies a three pointer by Coleman lead over the Longhorns. to only eight points in the Payne cut the Longhorns The Huskies early baskets quarter. The Longhorns took lead to only one-point with created a high level of energy advantage of the Huskies four minutes remaining in in the early portion of the drought and added 17 points the third quarter. Following game, increasing their lead to their score. With only a defensive stop by the to seven points following a seconds remaining in the Huskies, their offense scored again when Tommy Spagnolo recorded another two points when he posted up his defensive player and was rewarded with a lay up. At this point, the clock showed two minutes remaining in the third quarter, and also that the Huskies were leading the Longhorns 39-38. Both teams completed the final two minutes of the quarter with success on the offensive side of the ball and following another buzzer-beater three pointer by Johnson County, the score was tied at 45-45 as the teams headed into the fourth quarter. The fourth and final quarter of play opened up with Tatum Lemly gaining a threepoint lead for the Huskies on their first possession when he swished a three pointer, and the Huskies led the Longhorns 48-45. The Longhorns did not get discouraged and the two teams played the following five minutes of action by trading baskets as neither team could gain a substantial lead. Tommy Spagnolo gave the Huskies a slight advantage with a three-point play with only two minutes remaining in the game, but the Johnson County Longhorns responded with a three-pointer to give the Longhorns a one-point lead with only one minute to play in the game, 59-58. However, the Huskies regained the lead and managed the ball in the closing minute of action when Ethan Goodman sealed the deal for the Huskies as he See Husky Men, page 7 Photo by Michael Graybeal A special thanks goes out to Larry and Stephanie Dollar and Colvard Oil Company for their sponsorship of the fifth Colvard Oil Holiday Classic. Photo by Michael Graybeal Ethan Goodman drives the baseline and makes a jump shot to score two points for the Huskies. Lady Huskies defeat Elkin and Johnson County by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Lady Huskies opened up the Colvard Oil Holiday Classic by playing host to the Elkin High School Buckin' Elks. The Huskies were able to advance to the finals and fight for the championship when they defeated the Buckin' Elks by a final score of 58-42. The action started out with the Huskies j umping out to an eadasJ7-2 lead following the Jve minutes of action, ^juskies had managed to " le Elks scoreless for the Ive minutes of play. The lies continued to punish Mfclks on the defensive end N/e court and with only a ite left to play in the first ;r, they had only allowed in to score five points. H a minute remaining in lh first quarter, the Huskies is received a warm surprise len sophomore Carmen fagner returned to the playing roster for the Huskies after missing the past six games due to a torn ACL and MCL. Carmen wasted no time in making her presence known, and swished a three pointer just 20 seconds after she entered into the game to give the Huskies a nine-point lead, 14-5. However, Elkin was able to find a hole in the Huskies defense in the closing seconds of the first quarter and made a three pointer to beat the clock and concluded the first quarter trailing the Huskies, 16-8. The second quarter allowed the Huskies to increase their lead over the Elks. The two teams however were closely matched in the first four minutes of the second quarter, and following a three pointer by Larken Mikeal, the Huskies were in the lead by seven points, 23-16. The Elks could not seem to cut into the Huskies lead, and following the conclusion of the first half; the Huskies were in front of the Elks, 30-21. The Huskies exited the halftime interlude by opening the third quarter with a 5-0 run over the Elks in the first three minutes of the quarter. The Elks were able to hit a three pointer, but then the Huskies continued their offensive dominance and held the Elks scoreless for the following three minutes while they poured in an additional five points. At this point, the Huskies had a 17 point lead over the Elks, 41-27, but the Elks did not surrender and they were able to cut the Huskies lead to 11 points by the conclusion of the third quarter, with the score 41-30. The fourth quarter brought more dominance by the Huskies when they held the Elks to only 12 points in the final eight minutes of the contest. During the eight minutes, the Huskies were able to increase their score by an impressive 17 points, and at the sound of the final horn, the Huskies claimed their spot in the championship game with a 58-42 victory over the Elkin Buckin' Elks. This win broke a Lady Huskies basketball record for most consecutive wins as the Huskies have won seven consecutive games this season. The Lady Huskies victory was led by Kim McNeil's 14 points and Shelly Barker's nine points. Kelly Hudler and Larken Mikeal scored seven points to assist the Huskies, while Lindsey Hagel and Kendra Yearick added an impressive six points. Carmen Wagner, Kassee Roberts, and Katie Gammons also added three points each to the Huskies scoring totals. The victory over Elkin set the pairing for the championship game with the host team Huskies playing the Johnson County Longhorns on Thursday evening. Huskies defeat Johnson County for Championship Photo by Michael Graybeal Kendra Yearlck (Right) takes the ball up strong, while Kim McNeil (Left) gets ready for the rebound. The contest for the decision of the champions of the Colvard Oil Holiday Classic featured the hometown Huskies paired against the Johnson County Longhorns. The match up was an even match up until the closing minutes, and the Lady Huskies pulled out a 60-48 victory to give the Huskies Photo by Michael Graybeal The Lady Huskies were all smiles after winning the Colvard Oil Holiday Classic Champion­ ship and being named number one. the championship. able to hit a jump shot on second showing on the clock. The action initiated with their next possession to cut The Huskies offensive play the Huskies jumping out to an the Huskies lead to only one allowed Larken Mikeal to early lead after Kim McNeil point as time was running catch the in bounds pass and gave them two points on their out in the first half. When with a turn around jumper, first possession. The Huskies the Huskies advanced the banked home a three-point held the Longhorns scoreless ball down the court, a tipped shot as the horn signaled the for the first five minutes of pass led to the Huskies end of the first half and the the game, while they were in bounding the ball from Huskies headed to the locker able to score nine points for the sideline with only one See Lady Huskies, page 7 themselves. However, the Longhorns battled back in the final three minutes of the quarter and tied the score at 11-11 when the teams were heading into the second quarter. The second quarter opened up with Kendra Yearick increasing the Huskies lead to four points when she laid the ball in for two points. However, the Longhorns battled back again and with five minutes remaining in the first half, the Longhorns had tied the score at 17-17. The Huskies were able to score a bucket and when Lindsey Hagel hit a free throw with Photo by Michael Graybeal only one minute remaining, Carmen Wagner (Right) passes the ball up the court, while the Huskies were in the lead Kassee Roberts (Left) fills her lane in Wednesday night's 24-21. The Longhorns were victory over Elkin. �TUESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 SPORTS fxHtnp» mpovow Lady Huskies N% % I I I A _ - continued from page 6 page 6 Women- First Round Grayson County vs Johnson County Grayson Johnson First 9 7 Halftime 34 31 Third 49 52 Final 69 74 Grayson: Mikaela Anders 17, Tina Vaughan 12, Alex Rodgers 11, Joyelle Combs 10, Megan Funk 6, Tiffany Blevins 4, Larissa Greer 4, Casey Hill 3, Stephanie Umberger 2, Johnson: April Wilson 25, April McCloud 19, Kendra Mabe 9, Amber Billings 5, Kechia Eller 4 Ashe County vs Elkin Ashe Elkin First 16 Halftime 30 8 21 Third 41 30 Final 58 42 Ashe: Kim McNeil 14, Shelly Barker 9, Kelly Hudler 7, Larken Mikeal 7, Lindsey Hagel 6, Kendra Yearick 6, Carmen Wagner 3, Kassee Roberts 3, Katie Gammons 3 Elkin: Kelsey Rector 21, Jordan Eldridge 6, Ali Newman 6, Samantha Newman 5, Cari Brown 3, Carrie Shaffner 1 Husky Men — Men- First Round Elkin vs Grayson County Elkin Grayson First 13 15 Halftime 24 29 Third 40 56 Final 58 63 Grayson: Josh Wingate 22, Steven Richardson 20, Andrew McKinney 15, Jhas Robinson 2, Jordan Gillespie 2, Gage Grier 1, Preston Bowen 1 Ashe County vs Johnson County First 20 13 Halftime 30 30 Third 45 45 Final 64 60 Ashe: Tommy Spagnolo 21, Tatum Lemly 14, Coleman Payne 12, Ethan Goodman 10, Parker Johnson 6, Daniel Wain 1 Johnson: Austin Phipps 14, Devin Shaw 12, Mike Payne 11, Austin Paisley 10, Jesse Poteet 10, Tim Dugger 2, Wade Tugman 2 Third Place Women's Game Elkin vs Grayson County Elkin Grayson First 11 21 Halftime 29 26 Third 35 43 Final 47 53 Elkin: Kelsey Rector 28, Jordan Eldridge 7, Kali Brooks 4, Cari Brown 4, Ali Newman 2, Samantha Newman 2 Grayson: Mikaela Anders 19, Alex Rodgers 10, Joyelle Combs 8, Tina Vaughan 5, Megan Funk 4, Larissa Greer 3, Stephanie Umberger 2, Tiffany Blevins 2 Women's Championship Game Ashe County vs Johnson County Ashe Johnson First 11 11 Halftime 27 23 Third 43 40 Final 60 48 Ashe: Kelly Hudler 17, Kim McNeil 15, Kassee Roberts 8, Kendra Yearick 8, Larken Mikeal 5, Shelly Barker 3, Kaitlin Smith 2, Lindsey Hagel 1, Katie Gammons 1 Johnson: April McCloud 14, April Wilson 11, Angie Church 11, Kechia Eller 6, Kendra Mabe 4, Karlie Miller 2 First 13 20 Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaitlin Smith (#14) and Keily Hudler (#20) were selected as members of the All-Tournament Team, and their teammate Kim McNeil (#23) was voted as the Tournament MVP. Halftime Third Regulation Final 22 40 56 67 29 42 56 68 Johnson: Mike Payne 17, Austin Phipps 14, Jesse Poteet 12, Christian Prudhomme 6, Devins Shaw 4, Austin Paisley 3 * Hardee's o°f Jefferson Mountain Village Shopping Center • 246-5504 • Ask about delivery • 246-5504 Men's Championship Ashe County vs Grayson County Ashe Grayson Halftime 28 18 Third 46 30 l ATHLETE H O f t h e WEEK Stop by JlcirCMSGS each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Elkin: Russell Stewart 26, Brett Stike 12, Levi Carter 10, Hugh Hudspeth 10, Gary Smith 5, Matthew Wurdeman 5 First 15 6 Holiday Classic Champions with a 60-48 victory over the Johnson County Longhorns. The Huskies were led in scoring by Kelly Hudler, who scored an impressive game high 17 points in the contest. Kelly was assisted by Kim McNeil who scored an outstanding 15 points in the game for the second highest of the game. Other Husky scorers included Kassee Roberts with eight points, Kendra Yearick with eight points, Larken Mikeal with five points, Shelly Barker with three points, and Katie Gammons and Lindsey Hagel with one point each. The Huskies were honored with two members being named to the All-Tournament The two Husky team. members were Kelly Hudler, and Kaitlin Smith. The other members of the AllTournament team included: April McCloud (Johnson), April Wilson (Johnson), Kelsey Rector (Elkin), and Mikaela Anders (Grayson). The Huskies were also honored by sophomore Kim McNeil being nominated as the Colvard Oil Holiday Classic MVP. and maintained that lead till the conclusion of the game and recorded the 61-50 victory over the Blue Devils. The Huskies gained an early 5-0 lead just one minute into the action when Parker Johnson laid the ball in the basket for two points, and Daniel Wain followed with i Men's Third Place Game Johnson County vs Elkin Johnson Elkin possession or kept possession for an extended amount of time. The ball management impressive defense by the Huskies led them to being named the Colvard Oil score four points, and headed who scored an impressive into the halftime intermission 12 points, and Coleman went 2-2 from the tree throw with a ten-point lead, 28-18. Payne and Tommy Spagnolo line with only 8.8 seconds Following halftime, the also added 10 points for the remaining in the game to give Huskies opened up the third Huskies. Tatum Lemly scored the Huskies a four-point lead, quarter with Daniel Wain six points, Parker Johnson 64-60. Johnson County could knocking down another three scored four points, Ryan not score in the closing seconds pointer for the Huskies and Moser scored three points, and and the Huskies advanced increasing their lead to 13 David Grubb scored one point to the championship game points after only 20 seconds to help the Huskies claim the with a 64-60 victory over the of play in the second half. Colvard Oil Holiday Classic The two teams battled back Championship Trophy. and forth throughout the Following the game, the remainder of the third quarter, Huskies were honored with and the Huskies could not three members on the Allteam, these increase their lead, while the Tournament Tatum Longhorns could not decrease members were: the Huskies lead. With only Lemly, Tommy Spagnolo, Coleman Payne. seconds remaining in the and quarter, Ethan Goodman was Other members of the Allable to increase the Huskies Tournament team included: Wingate ,(Grayson), lead to 16 points when he hit Josh a jump shot to beat the buzzer Steven Richardson (Grayson), and to conclude the third and Russell Stewart (Elkin). The Huskies were also quarter with the Huskies winning, 46-30. honored by Ethan Goodman The Longhorns opened being named the Colvard Oil up the fourth quarter by Holiday Classic Tournament Photo by Michael Graybeal appearing to cut into the MVP. Tatum Lemly and the Huskies defense awaits the ball Huskies lead early in the handler for Johnson County in Wednesday night's 64-60 quarter and scored an victory over the Longhorns. unanswered five points in the first minute of the quarter a three pointer on the next to cut the Huskies lead to Longhorns. possession for the Huskies. only 11 points. However The Huskies offense and The Huskies maintained the Huskies answered when defense received a blow their early momentum, and Ethan Goodman was fouled prior to the game with in the next four minutes of on back-to-back possessions the information that their play scored six points, while and hit all four free throws starting point-guard, Kaleb holding the Blue Devils to to increase the Huskies lead Davis would not be competing only four points. With three to 15 points. The Longhorns due to an injury to his hand. minutes remaining in the never gave up and finished Davis' teammates responded first quarter, the Huskies had out the fourth quarter by to his absence by four players a commanding 11-4 lead. The cutting the Huskies lead to 11 posting double-digit scoring, Huskies held the Blue Devils points at the final buzzer, but with Tommy Spagnolo scoring to only two points for the the Huskies claimed the 61a game high 21 points. Tatum remainder of the first quarter, 50 victory over the Grayson Lemly added an impressive and finished out the first County Blue Devils. 14 points, and Coleman Payne eight minutes of play with The Huskies posted four scored a striking 12 points. Photo by Michael Graybeal for points for themselves, and players in double digits again Ethan Goodman also recorded Ethan Goodman was possessed a 15-6 lead. with Ethan Goodman scoring double digits when he added In the first minute of play a team high 15 points. Ethan named the MVP for the 10 points for the Huskies. in the second quarter, the was helped out by Daniel Wain Men's Tournament. Parker Johnson added six Blue Devils were determined points for the Huskies, while to eliminate the Huskies lead Daniel Wain added a free and they scored four points in throw for the Huskies. the first minute of action, and This victory set the stage held the Huskies scoreless. for the championship game However, Ethan Goodman against the Blue Devils from stepped in the path of a Blue Grayson County. presents the Devil who was driving to the basket and took a hit for Huskies defeat the team and penalized the Blue Devil with an offensive Grayson County charge, and at this point for Championship the momentum shifted into Our Athlete of the Week, Kim McNeil, is a sophomore member favoritism of the Huskies. The Championship game The Huskies then went on a of the varsity women's basketball featured the hometown 9-2 scoring run, which was team. Kim led the team in Huskies matched with the capped off with a three pointer combined scroing with 29 points Grayson County Blue Devils. by Coleman Payne with three in two games, and she also This was a highly anticipated and a half minutes remaining grabbed eight rebounds. Kim is an match up following Grayson in the first half. In the County's narrow fiveagressive player for the Huskies remaining time in the second point victory over Elkin on quarter, the Longhorns were and she works hard every play. Wednesday evening. The able to score six points, but Congratulations Huskies were able to gain a the Huskies were also able to Kim Kim McNeil lead in the second quarter, McNeil continued from page 6 Elkin: Hugh Hudspeth 23, Russell Stewart 18, Levi Carter 13, Matthew Wurdeman 8 Ashe Johnson room with a narrow four-point lead, 27-23. The third quarter again was an equal scoring segment for both teams. The Huskies had managed to increase their lead to five points, but the Longhorns soon cut the lead back to four points with three minutes remaining in the quarter, and the score in favor of the Huskies 3733. Over the course of the remaining three minutes of the quarter, the Longhorns were able to cut the Huskies lead by a point, and concluded the third quarter by trailing the Huskies by a mere three points, 43-40. The fourth quarter proved to be the deciding factor of the game, and when the Huskies opened up the first four minutes of the quarter by holding the Longhorns scoreless, the Huskies took control of the game. Through intense defense and good ball management on the offensive side, the Huskies managed to gain an 11-point lead after holding the Longhorns scoreless for four minutes. When the Longhorns scored their first points of the fourth quarter, the Huskies were in the lead 51-42. At this point, the Huskies continued to value their possessions and either scored on every Asheodl /Athletics Final 61 50 2 Ashe: Ethan Goodman 15, Daniel Wain 12, Coleman Payne 10, Tommy Spagnolo 10, Tatum Lemly 6, Parker Johnson 4, Ryan Moser 3, David Grubb 1 Photo by Michael Graybeal Grayson: Andrew McKinney 17, Steven Richardson 13, Greg Thompson 10, Josh Wingate 9, Jared Caudill 1 Coleman Payne, Tommy Spagnolo, and Tatum Lemly was named members of the All-Tournament Team dur­ ing the tournament on last Wednesday and Thursday. I Sporting Goods, Team Sports — Apparel and Equipment, Trophies and Plaques 6192 Hwy. 221-N • Jefferson • 982-7425 Free Lettermgnftn to Weekly Wirmen Sausage S Egg Biscuits fur *2.22 �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Tuesday & Friday $ 14.55-20 words 17.05 - 25 words 23.73 - 30 words 27.50 • 35 words (extra runs, better rates.) 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A Gift, from: Name State • $33.00 Out-of-County (All) • $46.50 I | J A I L o L G A R O O D IN E R D �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, JANUARY 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAINMENT Westwood Kindergarteners perform Christmas play The kindergarten classes of Westwood Elementary School presented 'The Mice Before Christmas' on December 14. Mrs. Philip's, Miss Winn's, Mrs. Goodman's, Mrs. Reynold's, and Mrs. Ashley's classes all participated. Westwood sixth grade chorus perform If the shoe fits! The Gallery at the Ashe Arts Center kicks off the New Year with an exhibit designed to be fun for everyone! If the Shoe Fits opens Thursday, January 4 with a reception honoring the participat­ ing artists and offering the public a first glimpse at the show. The reception is from 5 - 7:00 P.M. Local artists have been chal­ lenged to create new works of art using a shoe as their canvas. These creations aren't necessarily wearable or functional, some will have a message, some will chal­ lenge but all will bring a smile to your face. Themes for the shoes range from whimsical to serious, from political statements and social commentary to hobbies. Multiple mediums have been used to create the shoes includ­ ing paint, clay, glass, fibers, wood and "found" materials. Participat­ ing artists include Catherine Altice, Pam Black, Janet Brashear, Jacky Brown, Linda Bruce, Nan­ cy Canter, Marion Cloaninger, Connie Crawford, Christina Day, Beth Dixon, Mary Foreman, Mol­ ly Gambill, Jennifer Gardiner, Martha Gault, Linda Harms, Re­ becca Herman, Annehart Herrick, •••••••••••••••• Alta Hook, Sharon Kasel, Stacie Martin, Cathy McKenzie, Judy Mitchell, RT Morgan, Pat Mor­ rison, Mary Overton, Ed Perzel, Barbara Revis, Cheryl Roberts, Cher Shaffer, Helen Sexton, Ste­ phen Shoemaker, Lyn Soeder, Peg Vanderwalker, and Jack Young. The exhibit runs through February 16, 2007. The Gallery is open Monday through Friday from 9am until 4pm and addition­ al hours by request. Something fun is "afoot" in the arts! Call the Ashe County Arts Council for more information, 336.846-ARTS WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. 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Senate District 45 {Alexander, Ashe, Watauga, and Wilkes counties} will be sworn in at a special cer­ emony in his home county of Ashe on Saturday at 11 a.m. The ceremony will be held at the Ashe County Court­ house in Jefferson. A recep­ tion will follow at the old Centura Bank Building in West Jefferson, also the site of the Ashe County Demo­ cratic Party Headquarters. The Honorable C. Philip Ginn, Resident Superior Court Judge of N.C. Judicial District 24 will preside over the swearing in ceremony. Kandy West Taylor of Boone will perform The National Anthem. Kelly Sechrist of Boone will open the proceed­ ings. Senator-elect Goss was born and reared in Ashe County. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Social Science from Appalachian State University and a Masters of Divinity from Southeastern Baptist Theological Semi­ nary in Wake Forest. A for­ mer high school teacher and football coach, he has also pastored churches in North Carolina and Virginia. Af­ ter five years on the mission field in Tokyo, Japan he has made his home in Boone for the past 16 years. The Senator-elect has Post file photo Senator-elect Steve Goss been married to the former Phyllis Johnson for the past 36 years. Phyllis has been a middle school teacher at Blowing Rock Elementary School for the past 15 years. The Gosses have two chil­ dren and five grandchildren. Kelly and her husband, David Sechrist along with their three children reside in Boone. Andy and his wife, Michelle and their daughter live at Eglin Air Force Base in Fort Walton Beach, FL. When asked about his de­ cision to have the ceremony in his senate district and home county, Goss stated, "Once I discovered I had the option, there really was no decision to be made. I am thankful for the privi­ lege the citizens of our sen­ ate district have given me. See Goss, page 5 County welcomes first baby of 2007 Post Photo by Linda Burchette Ashe Memorial Hospital welcomed its first baby of 2007 with the birth of Greyson Dallas Montana Sturgill at 7:24 a.m. New Year's Day. He is named for family members and for Montana Arizoca, a young friend of the family who passed away in 2006. Greyson was delivered by Dr. Melinda Wonsick. He weighed 7 lbs. 5 oz. and was 20 inches long. Greyson is the son of Charles and Peggy Sturgill of West Jefferson. He joins sisters India, 14, at left, and Chelsey, 11. Paternal grandparents are Dot and the late Dallas Sturgill of West Jefferson. Violet Weaver of the Sturgills community is the paternal great grandmother. Maternal grandparents are the late Roy and Geneva Johnson of West Jefferson. A special gift basket was presented to the family from the staff of the Wilma Vannoy Birthing Center. Company to make innovative products here by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Fears of bird flu and SARS and other as yet unknown airborne contaminants are resulting in people worldwide looking for protection. Many may look to their govern­ ment for help, but a new Ashe County business is working to provide devices not only for individual protection but to governments and industry with hopes that they will be stockpiled for essential work­ ers. Next Safety, Inc. was formed several years ago by Eric Hunter, and is about to begin production of a personal positive pressure respirator. These easily portable devices offer protection from environ­ mentally hazardous air and have a high efficiency filter capable of filtering bird flu, SARS and influenza viruses as well as protecting people with compromised immune systems. "We think of ourselves as the clean air people," said Ron Criss, president of Next Safety, headquartered in the former Thomasville plant in West Jefferson. Criss said the company has developed several proto­ types for the Personal Posi­ tive Pressure Respirator. According to the compa­ ny's description, "The basic respirator, the PPR 8000, is a lightweight belt-pack that holds an eight-hour recharge­ able battery, powering a fan, which delivers filtered air via a flexible tube into a comfort­ able, soft, clear plastic mask. This will allow the wearer to breathe purified air in an effortless, refreshing man­ ner while going about their daily life, including exercise or strenuous work. Current competing respirators are Post photo by Linda Burchette Next Safety, Inc., a new company in Ashe County, is working on prototypes of personal positive pressure and respirators as individual protection from environmental hazards and pulmonary delivery of medications. Some production work will be done at the former Thomasville plant in West Jefferson beginning this spring. very limited in their capacity. The Next Safety device filters out airborne particles and pathogens such as bacteria, powdered insecticides, the H5N1 Avian Flu and SARS viruses, diesel exhaust and human rhinovirus like the common cold. "The Personal Respirator is also the basis for a new method of pulmonary drug delivery. Using the controlled introduction of medications into a flow of extremely pure air allows certain medications to be inhaled during normal respiration. By preventing the reaction of drugs with... airborne particulates...there can be numerous benefits over oral delivery." Markets for such devices include not only the United States but also Asia and Europe where clean air can have the greatest benefit. The Personal Positive Pressure Respirator is currently being sampled to prospective cus­ tomers and volume produc­ tion is expected to begin this spring. "We have begun to hire people and by April we will move into manufacturing, and by mid-summer we will be in full operation," Criss said. Next Safety will poten­ tially have 60 to 70 employees working in the former offices area of the Thomasville build­ ing. "We would like to stay here, but we are sensitive to the environmental situation with residences and retail," he said. "We won't disturb anyone with 24-hour opera­ tion or noise. There may be some amount of renovation, but the building is already in good shape." Much of the former furniSee Company, page 5 A final look back at the year that was by Jim Thompson Editor (Editor's note: This is the second of a two-part look back at the news of2006.) May Melissa Ashley of Westwood Elementary School was named Teacher of the Year... Mystery solved: What ap­ peared to be a severed human hand being carried around by a dog in West Jefferson proved to be a bear paw... ACHS math teacher (and for­ mer NC Teacher of the Year) Carmen Wilson was honored at the White House...Prima­ ry: Pam Barlow and William Sands swept their opponents in the primaries for clerk of Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post • P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: adverti8ing@jelfersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com court and sheriff, while Dem­ ocrats Mike Little and James Williams won squeakers in the same races...ASU Chan­ cellor Dr. Ken Peacock called for closer ties between the university and county dur­ ing a visit here...The Class of 2006 earned $1.5 million in scholarships...Ashe Memorial Hospital was honored as the National Rural Health Care Organization of the Year. June Generosity: Wayne Hender­ son donated one of his highly prized guitars to benefit the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life...Hugh Morton, owner and preserver of Grand­ father Mountain, died at 85... Laika, the county's heroic drug dog, also passed away... The commissioners approved a $32 million county budget, but also decided to close Mt. Jefferson Child Development Center...which generated considerable opposition (and some support) in the commu­ nity...Smiths Aerospace held its grand opening...George Hamilton IV marked 50 years in the music industry...Heavy rains flooded parts of the county...The King: Ashe na­ tive Junior Miller set the new record for wins in modified racing at Bowman Gray in Winston-Salem...He would go on to win his second Whelen NASCAR Southern Modified Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,002 U.S. service people killed (as of 1/3) 22,562 U.S. service people wounded (as of 1/3) Tour title. July The county's new free med­ ical clinic had its grand open­ ing...Water service was re­ stored to developments along 163...With a new venue and a smaller size, Christmas in July was a success...The NCDOT unveiled plans to widen NC 88...We8t Jefferson hired its first town planner...The U.S. Department of Defense selected SkyLine as one of only 15 recipients nationally of its Freedom Award...The annual Relay for Life raised over $95,000. August The Imagination Library kickoff event drew 150 peo­ ple...New River Winery in Lan­ sing held its ribboncutting...A multi-million deal on a large tract on Phoenix Mountain closed, raising questions as to whether a ski slope might be coming to the county...Re­ tiring Commissioner Richard Calhoun unveiled plans to build a $60 million wind farm in Creston...Lansing hosted the first Ola Belle Reed Fes­ tival...Blue Ridge Electric announced an expanded part­ nership with Duke Power... The public library announced plans to double its space... The "Scam Jam" helped se­ niors avoid con artists...Sen. Richard Burr was in town to tour Smiths Aerospace...West Commissioners* meeting preview Ashe County Board of Commissioners will get a first of the year update from various departments and organizations during their meeting on Mon­ day, Jan. 8 beginning at 3:30 p.m. Items on the agenda include: 3:35 p.m.: Robert Hartsoe and Rob Brooks with Ashe Outreach Ministries. 4 p.m.: Volunteer Coordinator Dawn Goodman with discussion regarding the annual volunteer awards ceremony. 4:15 p.m.: Economic Development Director Dr. Jefferson Town Manager Ken McFadyen announced his de­ parture, which was to become executive director of New River Community Partners... County commissioners gave Mount Jefferson Child Devel­ opment Center a year to go private. September Jefferson approved beer and wine sales by a 167-141 margin...The Museum of Ashe County History added several historic stills to its collection... Jeffersons Rotary Club hon­ ored the county's veterans... NCDOT sought to delay work on several road projects, in­ cluding the four-laning of US See 2006, page 5 Pat Mitchell 4:30 p.m.: Planning Director Zach Edwardson 4:45 p.m.: Board of Elections Director John Shepherd 5 p.m.: Register of Deeds Shirley Wallace 5:15 p.m.: Executive (closed) session concerning personnel. , Items under general session include discussion on the Highway 221 widening project, a resolution on surplus property, appointments to the Local Emergency Planning Committee, and discussion of legislative issues for the Association of County Commissioners. �FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 PAGE 2 JEFFERSON POST ELIGION R Churches differ on execution of Saddam Hussein NASHVILLE, Tenn. (BP)-The execution of Saddam Hussein was deserved, but handled improperly, Richard Land, president of the South­ ern Baptist Ethics & Reli­ gious Liberty Commission, told Baptist Press Jan. 2. "Simple justice demanded Saddam Hussein be found guilty by his countrymen and executed in the manner that befits such a war criminal, by hanging rather than a firing squad," Land said. "The jus­ tice that demanded his execu­ tion, however, was cheapened by the less-than-dignified manner in which the execu­ tion was carried out." The former Iraqi dictator was executed in Baghdad Dec. 30, reportedly being taunted by those who carried out the sentence. Hussein ex­ changed insults with the men and quoted the Muslim con­ fession of faith, "There is no God but Allah and Muham­ mad is his messenger," before being hanged. Land noted that "despots around the world who are so dismissive of other human beings lives will now have to now take into account the fact that there is the very real possibility that they will be held accountable for their crimes against humanity and also will be dealt with justly and swiftly." European countries in large measure condemned in Iraq, said the execution have to say about anyone who has committed even the most appalling crimes in this coun­ try, that I believe the death penalty effectively says there is no room for change and re­ pentance," Williams said. But a Southern Baptist ethicist told Baptist Press that the Iraqi people had the right to execute Hussein with a process governed by the rule of law. "Romans 13, where the Apostle Paul wrote that God has instituted human govern­ ment to restrain evil, allows for capital punishment. And Paul was writing this about a government hostile to Chris­ tianity," said Craig Mitchell, professor of Christian eth­ ics at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Texas. "God has given the state the authority and power to carry out punishment," Mitchell said. "He has given them the sword. You don't spread butter with the sword. The sword is used to kill. This execution was something that was long overdue. Saddam Hussein did deserve a trial. The rule of law did have to be carried out. And while we shouldn't rejoice that a man is dead, we should rejoice that justice was served for the Iraqi people who suffered under Saddam Hussein's boot for nearly three decades." General Secretary Samuel Kobia with the World Council of Churches in Geneva, Swit­ zerland, meanwhile, issued a statement encouraging Iraqi leaders to build a heritage of "reconciliation and mutual showed that Iraq was moving toward democracy and the rule of law. They said they did not support the death penalty, however, under any circumstances. That same sentiment was expressed by the Vatican and several other religious groups. Cardinal Renato Martino, Pope Benedict XVI's lead clergyman on justice-re­ lated issues, said Hussein's execution punished a "crime with another crime." "The death penalty is not a natural death. And no one can give death, not even the state," Martino said. The Vatican's press office also issued a more lengthy statement, condemning the execution as "tragic." The statement from Friar Federico Lombardi said the Catho­ lic Church's position on the death penalty had been con­ firmed many times. "The execution of the guilty is not a path to recon­ struct justice and to reconcile society. Indeed, there is a risk that, on the contrary, it may augment the spirit of revenge and sow seeds of new vio­ lence," Lombardi said in the statement. Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams, head of the Anglican Church, echoed that sentiment shortly after the execution. He told BBC radio that Hussein deserved pun­ ishment, but not the death penalty. "I think he deserves punishment and sharp and unequivocal punishment.... But I would say of him what I the execution as"uncivilized," with their leaders saying the act would lead to further vio­ lence. Officials in Britain, the United States' strongest ally respect among all its commu­ nities" following the execu­ tion. "At the death of Saddam Hussein, our thoughts and prayers go out to the people of Iraq. We pray to God to grant this suffering nation the mer­ cy, justice and compassion that it has long deserved," Kobia said in his statement. "That a leader has been held responsible for his crimes is significant. However, the World Council of Churches is opposed to the death penalty. Each taking of a person's life is part of a larger tragedy and nowhere is this'more ap­ parent than in a land of daily killings." Leith Anderson, interim president of the National As­ sociation of Evangelicals, told Baptist Press the govern­ ment that executed Hussein had acted within its rights, even though he personally opposes the practice. "Gov­ ernments and people need to make judgments; they need to make decisions. I hope capital punishment is used only in the clearest cases and with the most careful of ap­ plications. "The execution of Sad­ dam Hussein was done by a government other than the United States. It was, there­ Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Suna.it Evening Worship - 7:00pru Wednesdav Evening - 7:00pm Comer of Fan-Roland A McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil. One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-/0:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain(»sky btal.com Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00p.m. 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd 11 mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY • Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM Community Care 6:00PM Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 221 Bamen St.. 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We uwue soli to join us for a Cod centered. family worshipping cxperiaui. ) Aiding and assisting in our community D . , , 6 Releasing others to continue on 846-7481 1 of Warrensville Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 Main A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass 5:00PM English A 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Saturday Services: Bible School-10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. . Mt Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come as you are. yr>« will be taved" Sunday School 10:00 a m. Worship A Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Wirship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Churt.it) 846-9378 Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you (Episcopalian) to fellowship with us every Sunday!" St. Mary's Church Hwy. 163 West Jefferson West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. Sunday School -10:00AM SunJay Morning Worship • 11:00AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Sunday Evening Worship • 6:00PM Phone - 982-3076 Wednesday Bible Study • 7:00PM Warrensville United Methodist Church Worship Times: Sunday School - 9:30 A-W. Worship • 10:30 A.M. SNMFCJ PREACHING SERVKE - 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Stndv - 7:00 F St Francis of Assist Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. North Beaver Baptist We have a nursery and childn n chun-hcs available Adventist Church Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. We would love to have you come worship with us. Offict Phone: 336-9S2-94I0 • Rtv. Lonnie Jones • Pastor 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Pa>f°r r,m Ro"n tv Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary 9:45 a.m Sunday •Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Stmce 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00 p.m. Monday • T.E A.M 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00pm. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear Chnst Centered Leading the lost to Christ with Love Everyone Welcome! Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 9178 Old Hwy. t6- Crumpkr, NC and He blessed them" Like 24:50 -Day Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a m Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugk "And He led them as far as to Bethany... Seventh Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Healing Springs Baptist Church Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Worship* 11:00 AM Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stan for Jesus) Pastor J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Sutulay Worship Service ~~~~~ff*41:00 am A 6:00 ptn Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Minister Creighton Beatty (Mi.isirms Ministry, Van Ministry. Teen Time) Sunday School -10:00 ant Adult Sunday School 9:30 AM West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 (Prayer A Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:OOPM (All ages) Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Billy Robinson - Pastor Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Blue Ridge Worship Center Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Evening Service 6:30p.m. 495 Highway 194 South A Sunday School 10.00AM Beaver Creek Christian Church "A Churtli focused - on faith, /amity A the Juiurt" tWKfe 336-877-2801 Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 jas aw Pastor Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 Bethany United Methodist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Sincerely, The family of Keith "Moose" Wyatt Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Pastor Keith Styron 246-2979 To each of you we extend our most sincere appreciation for all the love, support and kindne&s you have given to us during this most difficult time. To 5oone Family Funeral Home for doing the arrangements in such a personal and caring way. To Moose's pastor, JefT Griffith, for being here from Ohio to conduct his funeral. For all the beautiful flowers sent, the visits, the delicious food. Most importantly, for all your many prayers and words of comfort and encouragement Please continue to remember us in your prayers. May God richly bless you all. ment." Hussein was deposed in 846-4444 Pastor George Norris Hussein's first trial, re­ sulting in the conviction for the Dujail killings, concluded Nov. 15. He was then sen­ tenced to death. A final appeal was rejected by the Iraqi high court Dec . 26 and a mandate was issued that the sentence should be carried out within 30 days. A second trial began in August 2006 for the mass killing of ethnic Kurds in the northern part of Iraq during the Iran-Iraq war. IT fore, beyond our jurisdiction politically," Anderson said. "I have no doubt he committed crimes worthy of this punish­ ment. However, being pro-life I am always reluctant to see the use of capital punish­ Assembly of God Church Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA March 2003 when U.S. and coalition military forces in­ vaded the country after the dictator failed to comply with United Nations multiple resolutions demanding the nation's full disclosure and cessation of its nuclear, bio­ logical and chemical weapons programs. Captured several months later, he was charged with war crimes, genocide and crimes against human­ ity. Smethport Independant Baptist Church 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School ~ 10:00 AM Worship ~ 11 :00 AM Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West. Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a m. Sunday NightServices 6:30 p.in Wednesday Service 7:00pm Missions Building by Faith Promise Visitors become family Rev. 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(1245) 345 650 945 B For 1/5 • 1/7 ©2007 www REGmovletcom REWARD FOR THE RETURN OF OUR BEAGLE PUPPY If the shoe fits! The Gallery at the Ashe Arts Center kicks off the New Year with an exhibit designed to be fun for everyone! If the Shoe Fits opens Thursday, January 4 with a reception honoring the participating art­ ists and offering the public a first glimpse at the show, The reception is from 5 - 7:00 P.M. Local artists have been challenged to create new works of art using a shoe as their canvas. These creations aren't necessarily wearable or functional, some will have a message, some will chal­ lenge but all will bring a smile to your face. Themes for the shoes range from whimsical Day, Beth Dixon, Mary Fore­ to serious, from political state­ man, Molly Gambill, Jennifer ments and social commentary Gardiner, Martha Gault, Lin­ to hobbies. Multiple mediums da Harms, Rebecca Herman, have been used 'to create the Annehart Herrick, Alta Hook, shoes including paint, clay, Sharon Kasel, Stacie Martin, glass, fibers, wood and "found" Cathy McKenzie, Judy Mitch­ materials. Participating artists ell, RT Morgan, Pat Morrison, include Catherine Altice, Pam Mary Overton, Ed Perzel, Bar­ Black, Janet Brashear, Jacky bara Revis, Cheryl Roberts, Brown, Linda Bruce, Nancy Cher Shaffer, Helen Sexton, Canter, Marion Cloaninger, Stephen Shoemaker, Lyn SoConnie Crawford, Christina eder, Peg Vanderwalker, and Celebs find a new voice as children's book authors In a society that seems to be growing more and more fascinated with celebrities and their lifestyles, many of those celebrities are capital­ izing on that heightened ex­ posure in ways never before imagined. Musicians with their own clothing lines are now commonplace, as are fra­ grances loosely attached to actors and even athletes. While those seem to be more natural fields for celeb­ rities to expand into, one in­ creasingly common arena en­ ticing the rich and famous is the publishing industry - and not for the assumed "tell-all" memoirs. Many are penning children's books with success. The following celebrities have already taken their first for­ ay into children's literature, and don't be surprised to see many of their Hollywood co­ horts soon following suit. • Maria Shriver - This is perhaps the least surprising of all the celebrity authors, as the former television journal­ ist, turned wife of California governor and former actor Ar­ nold Schwarzenegger has the writing experience one would deem necessary for getting a book deal. Shriver's "What's Happening to Grandpa" (Lit­ tle Brown) is a tale about a family coping with Alzheim­ er's disease. • Will Smith - Building off the popularity of his hit sin­ gle "Just the Two of Us," the former Fresh Prince of Bel Air lends the song's lyrics to "Just the Two of Us" (Scholas­ tic), a picture book illustrated by Kadir Nelson that follows a father and son's relation­ ship through a variety of life stages. • Terrell Owens - One of the most unlikely of chil­ dren's book authors, the mer­ curial Owens, known for his questionable antics while a wide receiver for the National Football League's Philadel­ phia Eagles, offers "Little T Learns to Share" (BenBella), a book extolling the virtues of discipline. This is notably ironic as Owens has been characterized as one of the less disciplined players in pro football. • John Travolta - The ac­ tor known best for his skills on the dance floor was among the first to convince publish­ ers he has some skills at the computer, too, as the 1997 publishing of "Propeller OneWay Night Coach" (Warner Books) can attest. Himself an accomplished pilot, Travolta's book is about a young boy named Jeff who's fascinated by flight, leading up to the day when he and his mother take a series of flights across the country. Top of the charts Top 10 Pop Singles This Week Last Week 1. Beyonce No. 1"Irreplace­ able" (Columbia) 2. Akon feat. Snoop Dogg No. 2 "I Wanna Love You" (Konvict/Up Front/SRC) 3. Fergie No. 4 "Fergalicious" (will.i.am/A&M) 4. Akon feat. Eminem No. 3 "Smack That" (SRC) 5. Justin Timberlake feat. T.I. No. 5 "My Love" (Jive) 6. Nelly Furtado No. 12 "Say It Right" (Mosley) 7. Gwen Stefani No. 6 "Wind It Up" (Interscope) 8. Jim Jones No. 10 "We Fly High" (Diplomats) 9. The Fray No. 7 "How to Save a Life" (Epic) 10. Bow Wow feat. Chris Brown & Johnta Austin No. 9 "Shortie Like Mine" (Colum­ bia) Top 10 Albums 1. Ciara new entry "Ciara: The Evolution" (LaFace) 2. Various Artists new en­ try "Eminem Presents: The Re-Up" (Shady) 3. Gwen Stefani new entry "The Sweet Escape" (Inter­ scope) 4. Soundtrack No. 2 "Han­ nah Montana" (Walt Disney) 5. Various Artists No. 4 "NOW 23" (Sony BMG Stra­ tegic Marketing Group/EMI/ Universal/Zomba) 6. II Divo No. 16 "Siempre" (SYCO/Colmbia) 7. Daughtry No. 3 "Daughtry" (RCA) 8. The Beatles No. 5 "Love" (Apple) 9. Sarah McLachlan No. 7 "Winterson" (Arista) 10. Carrie Underwood No. 13 "Some Hearts" (Arista/ Arista Nashville) Top 10 Hot Country Sin­ gles 1. Sugarland No. 2 "Want To" (Mercury) 2. Rascal Flatts No. 1 "My Wish" (Lyric Street) 3. Tim McGraw No. 4 "My Little Girl" (Curb) 4. Carrie Underwood No. 3 "Before He Cheats" (Arista) 5. Brad Paisley No. 6 "She's Everything" (Arista Nash­ ville) 6. George Strait No. 8 "It Just Comes Natural" (MCA Nashville) 7. Kenny Chesney No. 5 "You Save Me" (BNA) 8. Rodney Atkins No. 9 "Watching You" (Curb) 9. Montgomery Gentry No. 7 "Some People Change" (Co­ lumbia) 10. Taylor Swifl No. 10 "Tim McGraw" (Big Machine) Jack Young. The exhibit runs through February 16, 2007. The Gal­ lery is open Monday through Friday from 9am until 4pm and additional hours by re­ quest. Something fun is "afoot" in the arts! Call the Ashe County Arts Council for more information, 336.846-ARTS r m FL\M •N s i Lemon / White Male Last seen on Hwy 163 on Dec. 28 Call 877-1677 ^ . 'V/ID1 1 + Digital Cable Watch what you want, when you want., wttti up to 135 video and music channels including Stan & Encore •t- Mediacom Online Internet A blazing fast connection now with download speeds up to 8Mbps $29?s •i andlw A month each for a year, when you order video and Internet services together. Standard installation only $9.95' CALL 1.866.955.2225 Local Channels New Available in High Definition In Most Areas'' Mediacom? www.mBdiacomcable.com �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Shabby end for dictator When it comes to Iraq, things just go from bad to worse for the Bush Administration. Even in the execution of Saddam Hussein, they have man­ aged to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. This was how Iraq was supposed to go. Our troops would roll over the oppo­ sition forces (that much, at least, happened), the delighted civilians would greet us by throwing flow­ ers in the streets and a democracy would quickly be set up—and everyone would be home for Christmas. Christmas, that is, in 2003. And capping all this would be the arrest and trial of Saddam Hussein, followed by his imprison­ ment or execution. The trial should have looked like Nuremberg, when the Nazi war criminals faced justice before an inter­ national tribunal of judges from the U.S., U.K., France and the Soviet Union. These trials were scrupulously fair, the defendants were given proper counsel as well as an opportunity to defend their actions. In the end, some were executed, some imprisoned and a very few freed. As we said, that is what should have happened with Saddam Hussein. Instead, the deposed dictator went on trial before a kangaroo court of judges who already knew they were going to sentence him to death before the first word of testimony was given. That Hussein was guilty is not in question, just as in the case of the Nazis, but for our reputation—not his—a proper, international trial should have been conduct­ ed. Judges could have been drawn from a number of our coalition allies, and a fair trial assured. The execution of the dic­ tator, as evidenced by the shocking cell phone video released on the Internet, was more like a lynching than a judicial proceeding. The 12 Nazis who were hung were executed with only witnesses and guards present—who did not jeer and shout at them. What happened at the execution can only inflame the civil war underway in the coun­ try—as will subsequent executions this week. We entered our first pre­ emptive war in total vio­ lation of international law, the standards our ances­ tors had helped establish and set. Now we have been party to a truly shabby trial and execution. We are a bet­ ter nation than this, and must remember our hon­ orable roots and traditions quickly before our image is forever tarnished in the world's eyes. PAGE 4 FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 1*007 Christmas Project To the Editor: The Children's Christmas Project committee would like to thank the many volun­ teers, churches, businesses, agencies, and individuals who made this project possible. Because of your generosity 250 children of Ashe County were served. The extraordinary com­ munity spirit of Ashe County and its support made the Children's Christmas Project possible. We look forward to a continuing collaborative ef­ fort toward helping the chil­ dren of Ashe County in 2007. Ashe Ministerial Association and Ashe Baptist Association Running for governor? To the Editor: Many years ago, as a child, I saw the movie based on the short story "The man without a country" by Edward Ever­ ett Hale that told of Philip Nolan who was condemned to sail the seas on board the ship "Levant" for cursing the United States by uttering the phrase "Damn the United States! I wish I may never hear of the United States again!" A harsh statement but an even harsher sentence, for he would never hear her name uttered again. My story is simpler. I feel like "The man without a party." My party, that which is called Republican, has for­ saken me, and the other, the Democrat, is so far removed from the Constitution that it isn't even on the horizon of consideration. So what to do? Oh my, what to do? A few days ago I visited my good friend the supervi­ sor of voter registration and asked if there was another party in North Carolina to MAjStfuwes Letters to the Editor which I could pledge my alle­ giance. He said the Libertar­ ian Party was emerging but it had something to do with the Governorship election and was not yet recognized. I didn't ask for additional details at that time but later decided to delve more deeply into the subject. As I considered the Lib­ ertarian party and the of­ fice of state Chief Executive I contemplated running for Governor myself. So, away I went to check out this Liber­ tarian Party and boy did I see a train wreck waiting to hap­ pen. Well, I dumped the idea of joining this new party al­ though they were pretty good on their ideas about taxes, the second Amendment and scaling down government. However, they were some­ where left of Denmark on moral issues and that won't do for me. The idea of running for Governor still fascinates me. I haven't done very well in local elections so maybe I have set my sights too low. Jesse, "the body" Ventura did it so why not Kershaw "the bony" Getty. If I make a decision to run I'll honor my buddies at Hardees and make my announcement there. In the meantime I'm looking for a political party in which I can be proud. Maybe a write-in would get me to the Governor's mansion. Kershaw Getty Fleetwood New World Order To the Editor: Well, America has stum­ bled and staggered into a new year and we must ask, will we get to 2008 under our own power or be carried out of2007? We closed 2006 with the bloodiest month in Iraq and IF you buy the lie of our globalist-controlled government and their media slaves, we passed the 3,000th KIA in Iraq. Non-controlled sources say we have more like 12,000 KIA! During the final days of 2006, I heard nothing at all about Afghanistan. So we are starting 2007 with two losing military occupations and we continue to prod and provoke North Korea and Iran. Most of the regular Army, Marines and Air Force, and nearly two-thirds of our National Guard are tied up in Iraq or Afghanistan or UN "peace­ keeping" operations. So un­ less we start an all-out major draft, how could we fight an­ other war or defend ourselves if we were attacked here at home? Our own govern­ ment and the Pentagon say we are overstretched and we cannot keep up with the de­ mand for ammunition, parts, and equipment in Iraq alone, much less Afghanistan! The backlog on repairs to tanks, trucks, planes, and helicop­ ters damaged in Iraq and Afghanistan is 3 to 5 years! Again, with this in mind, how can we fight another war as we openly continue to goad Iran and North Korea and as Russia and Red China build a military alliance and hold war games annually that in­ clude attacking the USA? Wake up, people, we have been set up from within and Sept. 11, 2001 was the trig­ ger to begin the final phase to complete what George Bush, Sr. promoted 210 times in his 4 years as our dictator-a "New World Order"! Thoughtfully, Dave Gale Glendale Springs Take a test on North Carolina writers Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. 1 i ni a ns Let's take a test about North Carolina writers. h e a r d Here is your assignment. m o r e Identify the young North aboutthis Carolina author who grew up N o r t h in Asheville, moved to New Carolina York, and wrote a 500-plusbook? page novel about a teenager Before I try to living with a dominating par­ answer ent in a fictional city that is obviously Asheville. Some re­ t h a t viewers said the novel lacked question, me focus and was too verbose. let Nevertheless, many commen­ tell something about "Special tators immediately called it a Topics in Calamity Physics." In short, it is a story told groundbreaking classic and praised the author's amazing by Blue Van Meer, a preco­ cious senior in a private talents. Obviously, the answer is school, and how she seeks to solve the mystery of the Thomas Wolfe? Correct. But now there is death of her favorite teacher. another correct answer: Mari- Actually, the murder mystery part of the book only begins sha Pessl. Last month, the New York on page 336 when Blue finds Times named Pessl's "Special her teacher, who had led a Topics in Calamity Physics" group of students on a camp­ one of the five top books of fic­ ing trip, dead, hanging from tion for 2006. a tree in a forest in the Blue Earlier, Times' critic Liesl Ridge Mountains. Schillinger gave this unre­ Although Blue does tells strained praise: "The joys of us briefly at the beginning of this shrewdly playful narra­ the book about her teacher's tive lie not only in the high- death, most of the early part low darts and dives of Pessl's of the novel is Blue's account tricky plotting, but in her of her life with her single par­ prose, which floats and runs ent college professor father, as if by instinct, unpremedi­ Gareth Van Meer. Gareth is a brilliant schol­ tated and unerring." Janet Maslin, also writing ar and teacher. Rather than in the Times, wrote that the settling down in a high pres­ book is "a whirling, glittering, tige research university, he is multifaceted marvel, deliv­ a roaming visiting professor, ered in an irrepressibly smart usually spending a semester at one university and then and flamboyant new voice." Scarlett Thomas, review­ moving on to the next. Thus, ing for the British "Indepen­ Blue never settles in any­ dent on Sunday," said, "This is where. Gareth's main project is undoubtedly one of the most impressive debut novels I've preparing Blue for a suc­ ever read.... It consistently cessful intellectual career crackles with wit and intel­ and, specially, for admission ligence." to Harvard. On their travels With such generous praise they read and study togeth­ (and there is much more of er. Gareth requires factual it) from authoritative outsid­ statements and opinions to ers, why haven't North Caro- be backed up with authority, so almost every paragraph of Blue's story cites a specific book or article. Blue's description of her dependent relationship with her father and her struggles to find her place as a new senior in a new school is so compelling and poignant that the reader forgets about the death and mystery to come. Her account of an Asheville teenager coming to terms with herself, though differ­ ent from that told by Eugene Gant in "Look Homeward An­ gel," is quite properly to be compared with it. Why then have you not heard more about this impor­ tant new book and author? Some North Carolina po­ tential readers might be in­ timidated by the title, "Special Topics in Calamity Physics," which seems to promise com­ plexity. Perhaps the voice of Blue, which seems academi­ cally pompous and "overeducated," puts off others, as it did me at first. Only when the book con­ tinued to get national atten­ tion did I pick it up again. And then, until I finished it, I put it down only to sleep and eat. The beginnings of other great North Carolina books ("Cold Mountain" and "Look Homeward Angel," for in­ stance) proved difficult for readers to "get into." But the difficult beginning to a great book can often turn out to be a necessary initiation for the reader's deeper and richer reading experience—as it was for me in "Special Topics in Calamity Physics." Read it or not, I promise that you will hear more and more about this book and its North Carolina author, Marisha Pessl. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TV's North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Sun­ days at 5:00 p.m. Check his blog and view prior programs at www.unctv.org/ncbookwatch / This week's (January 7) guest is David Payne, author of "Back to Wan do Passo," an important new novel by a North Carolina author who has been called "the most gift­ ed American novelist of his generation." Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verification purposes. Only the writer's name and community will be published. Letters must not be libelous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O.Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson® jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Warm December caps weather year at Grandfather Mountain GRANDFATHER MOUN­ average high temperature TAIN, NC- A relatively warm for the year of 54.19 degrees December brought an end to was .8 degrees warmer than a warm and dry year at the normal and the average low official U.S. Weather Service temperature of 41.07 was reporting station next to the 1.97 degrees warmer than Mile High Swinging Bridge. normal. The average high tempera­ Ten new daily high tem­ ture of 42.4 degrees was 3.83 perature records and two degrees warmer than normal. new daily low temperature The average low tempera­ records were established in ture for December was 30.33 2006. degrees, clocking in at 6.38 The warmest temperature degrees warmer than the 50- in 2006 was 79 degrees on year average for the month. August 2. The warmest tem­ Even though the Moun­ perature every recorded on tain experienced relatively the Mountain is 83 degrees warm weather for the month set on August 22, 1983 and a new daily low was set. A tied July 26, 2005. temperature reading of mi­ The coldest temperature nus 1 degrees was recorded in 2006 was minus 1 degrees on December 8 breaking the on December 8.The coldest previous record of 4 degrees temperature every recorded set that day in 1968. at Grandfather is minus 32 Wind speeds exceeded degrees on January 21, 1985. 60 mph 16 times during the Major weather news in month and they exceeded 100 2006 at Grandfather Moun­ mph on six of those days. tain dealt with the wind. December's 4.0 inches of Not only was there interest snow was 5.39 inches, or 57 in how hard Grandfather's percent below normal. The winds blew, but also in how December rainfall total of the Mountain's winds are 4.03 inches was .06 inches, or measured. 1 percent, above normal. When wind speeds of 200 The rainfall total for the mph were measured January year was 59.78 inches. The 25, (breaking the previous average annual rainfall at record for the highest wind the Mountain is 67.84 inches, ever at Grandfather of 195.5 making the 2006 total 8.06 mph set on April 18, 1997), inches, or 12 percent, below weather professionals ex­ normal. pressed doubts about the ac­ In 2006, the month with curacy of the wind measure­ the most rain was June with ments being collected atop 7.38 inches and the month the Swinging Bridge Visitor with the least rain was March Center. Grandfather Moun­ with 3 inches. The most rain tain President Crae Morton to fall in one day during 2006 responded by inviting the ex­ was 3.7 inches on June 26. perts to walk the ridge with Temperatures were slight­ him to make suggestions on ly warmer than usual at how the Mountain could col­ Grandfather Mountain this lect the most accurate data. year. The average mean tem­ The experts recommended perature was 47.63 degrees, that a new wind sensor be in­ which was 1.38 degrees stalled on a 10-meter tower warmer than normal. The that would elevate the gauge Goss continued from front page I can think of no better way to begin my term than by having my swearing in cer­ emony in our local district. I appreciate the confidence the public has placed in me. Now, I want to be true to my word by bringing the state Company high above the turbulence created when wind hits a sol­ id object like a cliff or build­ ing. The Mountain manage­ ment agreed to attach such a tower to the Swinging Bridge during the winter months and compare readings from the new anemometer to the readings being collected by the existing equipment. Collecting and installing the new wind-speed measure­ ment equipment has proved to be a challenge, and the resulting new "tower" will be the top section of a full tower mounted and welded to the one of the support uprights of the Swinging Bridge itself. The tower is scheduled to go up during the first few weeks of 2007. Until then, Grand­ father Mountain issues this disclaimer before reporting on wind speeds measured in 2006: Actual wind speeds measured by the Grandfa­ ther Mountain anemometer may be elevated due to the placement of the anemom­ eter on top of a building. Af­ ter the second anemometer is in place, comparing data be­ tween the two wind sensors should show any potential in­ accuracies of the current sen­ sor on top of the building. In 2006 wind speeds ex­ ceeded 60 mph 174 times in 2006, passing 100 mph on 62 of those days. Total snowfall for 2006 was 40.39 inches compared to a 50-year average of 55.68 inches, down 27 percent. For more information on the 50 years of weather data from Grandfather Mountain, see the interactive weather database at www.grandfather.com. For more informa­ tion on the anemometers, please contact Crae Morton at 828-733-2013. Flags donated to county schools Post photo by Linda Burchette Kershaw Getty and Lois Bare have donated about two dozen full-sized American flags to schools around the county in response to North Carolina Senate Bill S700 mandating that all classes will recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag before school each morning. Getty said after emailing teachers he discovered many didn't have flags. One drew a flag and col­ ored it. Another downloaded a flag from the Internet for display, and another had only a small version that attaches to a car window. More flags are available If needed by teachers and can be obtained by emailing kershawgetty@yahoo.com or bare3@skybest.com. King event set October marketing and commission­ ing to post installation main­ tenance. A graduate of the University of Dayton with a degree in computer science, Criss also holds a Master's of Architecture from North Car­ olina State University School of Design. Eric Hunter is co-founder, chief executive officer, chair­ man and director for Next Safety as well as one of the in­ ventors of the company's pro­ prietary technology. He holds a bachelor's and a master's degree in materials science and engineering from North Carolina State University. Hunter co-founded three suc­ cessful companies in the past: Cree Research, now Cree, Inc.; C3 Inc., now Charles & Colvard, Inc., leader and ex­ clusive worldwide source for moissanite; and Dermagraphics, Inc., now Quill Medical, Inc., which was sold this past summer to Angiotech Phar­ maceuticals for $40 million. Other members of the com­ pany's board of directors and medical advisory board in­ clude: Maria Rita Gismondo, M.D., professor of clinical mi­ crobiology and head of clini­ cal microbiology laboratory, a bio-security lab at Luigi Sacco University Hospital in Milan, Italy, and chief of the Italian National Reference Lab for Bioterrorism, SARS and Infectious Emergencies; Charles Jones, M.D., with a private general surgery prac­ tice in Jefferson; and Tom on auto insurance M continued from front page 221...West Jefferson's pocket park was dedicated...Cruising Ashe Arts Center in West was a hot topic for West Jef­ Jefferson will be the site of ferson aldermen...A 638-acre the annual community cel­ tract was added to New River ebration honoring Dr. Martin State Park...Building Inspec­ Luther King Jr. on Monday, tions head Bobby Reed quit Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. after the state suspended his The Martin Luther King licenses...The regional Work­ Celebration is open to the force Development Board re­ public and refreshments will versed an earlier decision and be served. For more informa­ allowed Wilkes Community tion, please call the Ashe Arts College to continue to provide Council at 846-ARTS. WIA services in the county... Quick thinking by jailers foiled a jail break attempt... A buyer was finally found for the old hospital; the new government to the heart of for our region, I am deter­ owner wants to turn it into a my childhood. Government mined that my term will destination inn...Eight kids must always be about the begin in the midst of those and a driver were hurt in a bus wreck in Grassy Creek... people, and as the senator same people." The newly renovated Sharing Center reopened. continued from front page ture plant has been renovat­ ed into Jefferson Station, an indoor mall of retail vendors, and some meeting space on the ground floor, and condo­ miniums on the second floor. Next Safety plans to occupy offices for sales, marketing and engineering. Parts for the respirators will be manufactured else­ where and the pieces put to­ gether locally up to a point, said Criss. "When we get the volume up," he said, "we will have to get someone else to put them together. We will be more of a research and de­ velopment facility with our strength in patent applica­ tion and bringing the items to market." Criss said the company will go through distributors rather than individual re­ tail, and will encourage the government and industry to stockpile the respirators for distribution. "We expect our company to grow quite rapidly and in rather an astonishing sort of way," he said. "We hope people in town will stick with us as we get going." Serving as the company's president, Criss has many years of experience in the computer industry as a pro­ grammer, system designer and director responsible for developing operating sys­ tems, languages and system utilities. He has managed many projects from the initial specification through design, 2006 PUT NATIONWIDE ON YOUR SIDE FOR PRICE, SERVICE. AND CONVENIENCE Save Big! Call for a free no obligation quote. Andy Patton 425 East 2nd St., West Jefferson 846-4196 pattonal&nntionwide .com We Support the NC Stale Highway Patrol Caisson Unit I Nationwide* Stern, M.D., assistant profes­ sor of medicine at the Depart­ ment of Internal Medicine at Carolinas Medical Center. Lyndell Duvall is the com­ pany's chief operating officer. He comes to Next Safety from United Chemi-con where he was responsible for numerous development projects requir­ ing coordination of manufac­ turing and design resources in the United States and Asia, and sales throughout the U.S, and Europe. James Vinall serves as chief financial officer and vice president of business develop­ ment. He has an background in engineering, plant design and financial markets, and brings to the company global expertise in financial man­ agement and planning, and investor relations. Chris Hartley is manager of rapid prototype develop­ ment and testing. His interest in engineering and service as a volunteer helping rebuild New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina provides the com­ pany with first-hand experi­ ence of working in adverse conditions with biological and chemical hazards. John "Jack" Hebrank, Ph.D., is technology advisor for Next Safety. He is one of the inventors of the compa­ ny's proprietary technology and brings to the company years of experience in biomechanical interaction with liv­ ing organisms. Robert F. Davis, Ph.D., pro­ fessor of materials science, member of the National Acad­ emy of Engineering, author and lecturer, offers unique ex­ pertise instrumental in tech­ nology convergence for Next Safety. Laurie McNeil, Ph.D., an optical spectroscopist, is chair of the Department of Physics and a professor of physics and applied science at UNCChapel Hill. She is a world authority in opto-electronic systems and optical materi­ als science, and one of the in­ ventors of Next Safety's pro­ prietary technology. The news you need... Twice a week in the Jefferson Post A gunman was arrested after allegedly shooting at deputies; three kids in his home were uninjured...Lowes opened its doors on Mount Jefferson Road...B&B Swimwear announced it would close by the end of the year... Marc Payne was named top athletic director in the state... Mount Jefferson State Park turned 50...Sheriff Jim Hart­ ley was honored as he got ready for retirement...Com­ missioners picked a spot for the new jail...New River Zoo was closed after a woman was bitten by a leopard...NCDOT rolled out its first plans for the widening of U.S. 221... Julie Landry was honored as she got ready for retirement. November Election Day saw a nearsweep by Democrats...Sev­ eral apples from the county won first prize at the N.C. State Fair...West Jefferson aldermen called for a vote on an ABC store and mixed drink sales...Laura Bowers of Westwood Elementary School was named N.C. Media Co­ December Lenore DePree, planning to leave the area for Chicago, presented Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church with a magnificent altar piece she created...Growers sent over 1,000 trees to troops over­ seas...Richard Blackburn became the new chair of the county commission...Powerful Sen. Marc Basnight, D-Dare, gave his support to speeding up widening of U.S. 221...Two were arrested in the NCDMVs investigation into the closed tag office...West End Wreaths won national titles for its products...Lansing be­ gan work on establishing a historic district in the town... Wilkes Community College received a $1.2 million grant for the regional Advanced Materials Cluster...Carolyn Shepherd was named interim director of the local Coop­ erative Extension...Commis­ sioners worked on plans to expand the landfill...Appala­ chian State University won its second national football title. SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Theatre One 'Thank You Joseph Hoyden and his family would like to thank everyone jor their continued prayers, ihsits, words oj encouragement, cards and love offerings. May the hand of fjod prosper you in every way. Rocky Balboa Theatre Two Night at the Museum G1G1E161C b=d On Your Side ~ • A<tu*l Mvtngt rmy viry. Av*r»g* uvingi information btied oti Nntionvnd* policyholder d*U through Auguit 2004 Source 2003 Cuitomer S*tl»f»ctk>n Monitor Survey 2004 Nationwide Mutual Iniuronce Company and AlflMtnd Companies. 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Senate...Dr. Gordon Burns was named the state's Community College President of the Year...Jen­ nifer Miller became the new 4-H agent at Cooperative Ex­ tension...WKSK replaced its old tower...The NCDMV shut down the tag office in West Jefferson. 4 The Hoyden Hamily G1G1G1C Movie schedule for January 5- 11, 2007 aa �Friday- January 5 Basketball HOME vs North Surry JV Girls 4 p.m. / JV Boys 5:30 p.m. / Var Girls 7 p.m. / Var Boys 8:30 p.m. Wrestling Away @ North Surry 7 p.m. This week in Husky sports Bulldogs host Holiday Fun Day Photo by Michael Graybeal Photo by Michael Graybeal Tiffany Cozart (#44 Blue) drains this jumpshot despite the defensive pressure from Jaclyn Cox (#14 Silver). Matt Nichols (#23 Blue) sprints the length of the floor to award himself this lay-up following a defensive steal. Zac Miller (#11 Silver) hustles back to contest the lay-up. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter and knocked down a shot to of her Blue team mates were the game with a dynamite beat the buzzer and gave the determined n,ot to let up, and performance. Lizzie Hanes fllue team a slight advantage with six minutes remaining opened up the scoring with at the end of the first quarter, in the quarter, Callie cut the a fast-break lay-up to give 8-7. Silver's lead to only three Blue an early 2-0 advantage. At the start of the second points with her lay-up, and The Blue team was able quarter, the score was reset to the Blue's first points of the to push their lead to 5-0 0-0, and each team returned to quarter. The Silver team before the Silver squad could action and battled for another was able to score another credit themselves with any basket, but following the points. However, Caroline twelve minutes. In the first minute of play, Makayla basket, the Blue squad went Edwards was able to narrow Spencer scored the first two on a 6-0 scoring run, which the Blue's lead to only threepoints of the quarter and was capped off by a basket points when she laid the gave Silver the early 2-0 lead. by Callie Barker with just ball in for two-points with However, the Blue defense 15 seconds remaining in the eight minutes remaining in stepped up the intensity at quarter to give the Blue team the game. The Blue squad this point, and the Silver the lead, 8-7 at the conclusion exploded at this point, and team was unable to score any of the third quarter. they scored nine points in more points for the remainder In the fourth quarter, and the final eight minutes of the of the quarter. During the the final twelve minutes of game, and held the Silver Silver drought, the Blue team play, the Blue team ended See Fun Day, page 7 was able to advance and score eight points with baskets by Callie Barker and Tiffany Cozart. Despite the low score, the second quarter showed the emphasis of both teams on their defensive success. During halftime, both the Silver and Blue Cheerleading squads treated the attending spectators with performances and displayed their dancing skills. Following the cheerleaders' performances, the action started again, and the third quarter displayed both teams' defensive skills as only 15 points was scored in the 12 minutes of action. Mariah McVey opened up the scoring with a free throw three minutes into the quarter, and gave Silver the slight 1-0 advantage. On the next possession for the Silver team, Courtney Bowers was Photo by Michael Graybeal able to expand the Silver's Dan Zeller demonstrates for the crowd what is considered lead to three-points following a lay-up. However, Callie a pin, while Coach Osborne explains to the audience how Barker and the remainder this is scored. The Ashe County Middle School played host to the annual Holiday Fun Day this past Tuesday evening. The evening consisted of a demonstration by the wrestling program, a Following the introduction The girls' game started of the team, the team was with both teams applying a separated into pairs, and the . vast amount of energy on»the crowd was treated with an defensive portion of the game, intra-squad scrimmage, while and both teams were scoreless Coach Osborne explained the until the fifth minute of the rules and scoring in more game, when Lizzie Hanes detail. scored a lay-up for the first Following the performance points of the game for the Photo by Michael Graybeal The Silver Bulldog Cheerleaders entertain the crowd during halftime with their performance to the song "Barbie Girl." showdown between the Silver by the wrestling team, the and Blue Bulldogs basketball basketball teams were in the teams, and was capped off spot light. The first action was with the Silver and Blue Boys the Silver vs Blue Girls. The going head-to-head. basketball games followed The activities started an altered format than with the Middle School regulation games. The teams Bulldog Wrestling team competed in twelve-minute demonstrating a few moves quarters, with a running and the concepts of a wrestling clock, which only stopped for match. Coach Allen Osborne free throws and time-outs. also provided commentary Also the teams' scores were and explanation of the reset after each quarter to scoring system, legal and ensure that the focus of the illegal moves, and introduced game was entertaining the the team. crowd. Blue team. However, the Silver team was determined to give the crowd a show, and Emily Ballou responded with a short jump shot and drew the foul on the made basket. Following her made free throw; the Silver had scored three points to their opponents' two points. The two teams continued to battle back and forth, and with ten seconds remaining in the first quarter, Lizzie Hanes had possession of the ball for the Blue team. Lizzie found a hole in the Silver's defense Photo by Michael Graybeal Andrew Russell (Bottom) and Josh Wineburg (Top) compete in a live performance for the audience. Photo by Michael Graybeal The Blue Bulldog Cheerleaders perform their dance rountine during halftime of the Girls' Silver vs Blue game. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Fun Day continued from page 6 team to only two points in the same eight minutes of action. The magnificent closing performance of the Blue team enabled the Blue team to conclude the fourth quarter with a commanding 14-4 lead. This concluded the action for the Girls' teams for the evening, and the Silver and Blue Boys squads prepared for their show. The Boys game opened up with both squads playing tough defense. Following the first three minutes of action, both teams were tied at 22. However, Matt Nichols intercepted a pass by a Silver player and sprinted the length of the quart and laid the ball in for two points to give the Blue squad 7-4 lead with seven minutes remaining in the quarter. The Silver team did not get down and battled back in the final seven minutes to gain an 11-8 lead at the conclusion of the first quarter. When the score was reset, and the second quarter started, the Blue team planned to avenge the results of the first quarter. With baskets by Wesley Rotten and Chris Cole, the Blue squad jumped out to an early 4-0 lead just two minutes into the quarter. However, Nate Price was able to cut into the Blue's lead when he scored two points for the Silver squad on the Silver's next possession. The Blue team was able to mount an offensive run at this point, and with thirty seconds remaining in the quarter, the Blue team was in the lead 16-3. The Silver squad made one final run in the final seconds of the quarter, and Zeb Richardson sank two free throws to give the Silver squad their fourth and fifth points of the quarter. The Silver squad stopped the Blue on offense and on the counter attack; Dylan Carter was fouled on a lay-up. After making the lay-up, Dylan missed the free throw, but grabbed the rebound and went up with another shot. On Dylan's second shot, he was fouled again, but did not make the basket. Dylan went to the free throw line and sank both free throws to cut the Blue's lead to seven points, and the teams concluded the second quarter with the Blue in the lead 16-7. Following the halftime intermission, the third quarter opened up with both teams scoring in the first minute, and with eleven minutes left in the quarter, Silver was in the lead 3-2. As the quarter progressed, the Silver was able to score when Joe Weaver brought the ball up the court on a fast break and found his team mate Zach Richardson wide open underneath the basket, and following the pass to Zach, the Silver scored their fifth point of the quarter. The Silver continued to expand their lead, and when Dylan Carter swished an open three pointer, the Silver was in the lead 12-4. Over the next five minutes, the Blue squad was able to cut the Silver lead to only four points when they went on a 6-2 offensive run. The two teams remained even throughout the remainder of the third quarter, and at the conclusion of the quarter, Silver was leading the Blue, 17-12. The final twelve minutes of action proved to be a tough contest for both squads and in the first five minutes of the quarter, both teams had combined to only score seven points, with Blue in the front, 5-2. The first points of the quarter came when Sam Gammons knocked down an open three pointer only a minute into the quarter. Over the following six minutes, both teams had increased their score, but Blue still possessed the lead, 13-9 with four minutes remaining in the quarter. When Dylan Carter was able to get to the basket and score a lay up, the Silver team had narrowed the Blue's lead to only three points, 14-11 with only 31.2 seconds remaining in the game. However, the 31.2 seconds was not enough time as the Blue Bulldogs were able to conclude the Holiday Fun Day with the fourth quarter ending in their favor, rm 16-11. The Bulldogs will return to action on Monday January 8 when the Blue Bulldogs host Hardin Park at Blue Ridge Elementary, girls' tip-off is at 4:30. Silver Bulldogs host Sparta on January 8 at Ashe County Middle School, with girls' tip-off at 4:30 also. The wrestling team travels to East Wilkes, and their match starts at 4:30 also at East Wilkes Middle School. Photo by Michael Graybeal Courtney Bowers (#15 Silver) lays the ball up for two points, while Karanda Weaver (#22 Blue) hustles back to contest the shot. mmm • AYBL, schedule . v ii# 3rd and 4th Boys and Girls Location Time Teams Mtn. View 10 a.m. Rockers vs Lady Hawks Blue Ridge 10 a.m. Grizzlies vs Bobcats Westwood 10 a.m. Shock vs Storm 11 a.m. Sonics vs Celtics Noon Little Huskies vs Timberwolves 1 p.m. Bucks vs Heat Bye Stars & Spurs 5th and 6th Boys Location Time Teams Blue Ridge 11 a.m. 76ers vs Blazers Noon Suns vs Lakers 1 p.m. Wizards vs Bulls 5th and 6th Girls Location Photo by Michael Graybeal Dylan Carter (#44 Silver) makes a good defensive play and rejects Luke Barker's (#15 Blue) three-pointer. Photo by Michael Graybeal Josh Johnson (# 23 Silver) goes up for a shot, while Wesley Roten (#43 Blue) contests his shot and gets ready to boxout and go after the rebound. MVAC official standings Women's Basketball Wrestling Through games as of December 30, 2006 Through matches as of December 30, 2006 No Conference matches played Conference LOST WON Teams 11 a.m. Jazz vs Sparks Noon Miracle vs Jets 1 p.m. Mystics vs Panthers Bye Comets Women's Health Clinic Welcomes Cathy Clark, FNP-C All WON Time Mtn View LOST WON LOST ASHE COUNTY 3 0 9 1 ASHE COUNTY 4 15 NORTH SURRY 2 0 9 2 FORBUSH 10 10 FORBUSH 2 1 9 1 NORTH SURRY 10 6 STARMOUNT 2 1 6 5 NORTH WILKES 9 10 SURRY CENTRAL 0 2 5 5 NORTH WILKES 24 8 0 2 3 6 STARMOUNT WILKES CEN. 0 3 4 8 SURRY CENTRAL 12 7 WILKES CENTRAL 8 14 Cathy Clark, certified Family Nurse Practioner is now collaborating with Daniel Strickland, MD to provide primary care services to resident of the High Country. Mike Miller is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football Contest. Congratulations! He guessed more winning teams than any other contestant, and guessed closest to the tie-breaking score. {£*' Please play the Jefferson Post Football Contest again next week! Men's Basketball Through games as of December 30, 2006 Conference All WON LOST WON LOST STARMOUNT 3 0 8 2 NORTH SURRY 2 0 9 2 ASHE COUNTY 2 1 8 2 WILKES CENTRAL 1 2 6 3 FORBUSH 1 2 4 6 NORTH WILKES 0 2 3 6 SURRY CENTRAL 0 2 2 8 For All Your Golf, Work S Utility Needs Primary Care Service for Men and Women: Well Exams with Emphasis on Prevention Evaluation and mangement of Acute and Chronic Illnesses Weight Loss Smoking Cecsation Men and Women Welcome Most Insurance Plans Accepted Call for Appointment 336-846-6500 Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. 310 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson % phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 hrgcuvK^carthlink.net Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment 405 South Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 (Across for Heritage Chevrolet) �FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 PAGE 8 JEFFERSON POST For centuries people have devised means of transportation other than walking. In ancient Egypt camels were a means of transportation for the very wealthy. Horses and donkeys have also been ridden for thousands of centuries. More modern times brought the use of the horse and buggy or wagon, used for many long distance journeys in early European and American periods. The bicycle was invented in Europe in the 1800's and is still a very popular means of transportation today. But the most widely recognized way of travel these days is none other than The Automobile. The first original automobile was invented in 1796, in France, by a man named Nicolas-Joseph Cugnot. This was a steam powered, self propelled buggy. The notion of this vehicle did not greatly catch the attention of the masses, as at this time governments were still improving the train systems. The first patent on a self propelled vehicle was obtained in 1789 in the United States. This was also a steam engine design, created by Oliver Evans. The first combustion, or gasoline powered engine, came in 1886. It was actually invented simultaneously in three different places, by three different groups of people. Carl Benz in Germany, Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach in another region in Germany, and Siegfried Marcus in Austria, all created gas powered cars in 1886 The world was now ready! The next major breakthrough in the development of modern automobiles was Henry Ford's Model T. The Model T was known as the car that "put America on wheels". This car was affordable for many people who in the past could only dream of buying a car. The Model T was built on an assembly line rather than by one set of hands. This made mass production of the vehicle inexpensive. Most all Model T's were painted black. This was to reduce production costs and in turn made the unit even more affordable. In 1914 the assembly line was so efficient it only took 93 minutes to build an entire car! By 1920 it only cost $300.00 to purchase. That would be about $3500.00 dollars today. The Ford Company, along with Daimler-Chrysler and many other car manufacturers from the early 1900's, are still making new improvements to the automotive industry today! | 1 Since their invention, cars have become a major part of culture worldwide. In America, many decades can be defined by what types of cars were in style. The 1930's and 1940's are defined by the black Ford Model A's, well known today as the car of the mobster or bank robber. In the 1940's, after WWII, the Volkswagen beetle was introduced out of Germany to the rest of the world, and are still popular today! The 50's are remember just as much for the Oldsmobile's at drive in movies, as they are for the poodle skirts! The 1960's and 70's are remembered for the power of the muscle car! The 70's are also known for the more common four door economy cars. The 80's for the sports car and the 90's for the beginning popularity of the SUV, which is still present today. And the current decade can be recognized with the growing popularity of the street race cars! It is hard to imagine what the world would be like today without automobiles! , S l H o n e% e & 0 ut t^ i w r n l f ' i d M, b 6 e Answer the questions using the pictures below. * j T m '% * h e l r ^i e l o no ! 0 Imagine a world without the school / Which automobile is used for public transportation? 1 Which automobile would be best suited for a beach trip? JWhich vehicle would be best for a family vacation? 4 Which vehicle requires gasoline to run? 5 Would one of the vehicles be good for camping? bus, New York City taxi's, or even limousines! If the automobile had never been invented we wouldn't have any of these things! Not to mention motorcycles or golf carts! Imagine that the automobile had never been invented. Use the set of wheels below to create a brand new type of automobile!! Be sure to name it! 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EZZ B R Z :i D L Y> I V R TT THORCZP H&W Oil Company M I L L E R Ashe County 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE INSURANCE AGENCYT Transportation Authority Hwy 16 A 163 Intersection (ilrndale Springs, \ C ototsMP . • /I ./ S N A v E R E V I L Volkswagen West Jefferson, NC "Where the Best Costs Lea" T S R R ; i Q C R C W Oldsmobile 19 South Third St. 336-246-2611 a jfzjr usr.lpr.ar PARKER TIE COMPANY PO Box 609 • 204 E Main St West Jefterson. NC 28694 336-246-2307 •Toll Free 1-866-246-2307 www.regencypropertiesnc.com L M M A Y B A C H P H T R A Y N S I A B S T U N P C W Q O M G X K B Q U Z F P G P X T B V E V U you know that the ever popular Ford Mustang has been around since the 1960's? The first Mustang was completed in the infamous Ford plant in Dearborn, Michigan on March 9th, 1964. The car has since lasted over five decades and is still a favorite today! Over the years it has had many looks and has even been given the nickname, "Pony Car". 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NC 28694 336-246-2275 336-246-HDTV (4388) Residential, I.and & Commercial 10 North JelTcrson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 2HOV4 Search for a vehicle GMC <2> CHEVROLET Y Oldsmobile PONTIAC www.mackbrowninc.com Hwy. 421 South. Boone. NC • 828-264-9051 BUICK' I0HS. Jeffenon Ave * West Jefferson. NC 336-246-5222 West Jefferson 601S.leffersonAvenue ^ a Chevrolet West lefferson, NC 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am - 5pm 336-982-9821 828/ 262-3700 Boone, NC Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 �PAGE 9 FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST A New Year and New Tax Incentives... Save Energy and Write-off Energy-saving Window and Door Improvements It's true. The U.S. federal government is so in favor of reducing energy consumption, they've created incentives to encourage Americans to replace leaky old windows and doors with more energy-efficient options. Why all the concern? The more ways we can conserve energy, the better for us all. Government reports indicate that over the past decade, America's energy consumption has grown about 40 times faster than our energy production. Pella Windows 8c Doors encourages consumers to stretch their dollars by utilizing energy saving tax incentives for the home. Legislation passed in 2005 offers tax deductions for homeowners adding energy-efficient improvements to their existing home in 2006 or 2007. Tax credits are also available for builders constructing highly energy-efficient new homes in the same time frame. For existing homes, eligible homeowners may claim tax credits of up to $500 total for energy-saving improvements i m p l e m e n t e d your tax professional. As Benjamin in F r a n k l i n 2006 and 2007. Installing replacement windowsanddoors designed to help conserve energy, adding insulation, or enhancing a metal roof with coatings designed to reduce heat gain are among the qualifying improvements. l a m e n t e d , "In this world is nothing certain but death and taxes." Make the most of the tax savings inspired by the federal government. as And temperatures drop and Homeowners that replace windows in their primary residence products. may qualify for Storm doors may qualify a 10 percent tax credit, for tax credits, too, on up to $200 maximum. Replacement energy eligible purchases from efficient doors may Jan. 1, 2006, to Dec. 31, qualify for the 10 percent 2007. Ten percent of the tax credit, up to $500. storm door purchase Windows, doors and price may be a tax credit, insulation must meet up to a $500 maximum. Customers purchasing the requirements of the International Energy qualifying Fella windows Conservation Code or doors should save their (IECC), a model energy purchase receipt, obtain Manufacturer's code for buildings. For Pella's ease in understanding Certification Statement, which windows qualify available at www. pel la. for the tax credits, com, and claim the look for the ENERGY deduction at tax time. If STAR, recognizing the you have any questions concerns, consult most energy-efficient or Main Street n e r g y consumption up, heats consider the benefits of new high performance windows.* Seasonal savings - LowE coatings, gas-fills, and insulating spacers and frames can significantly reduce winter heat loss and summer heat gain. Improved daylight and view - New glazings with low-solar-gain low-E coatings can reduce solar heat gain significantly with a minimal loss of visible light (compared to older tints and films). Improved comfort - In summer and winter homeowner comfort Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI Discount •Toile Curtains • JabdSets • Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match e Mt. Jefferson Mortgage •Tablecloths •Large Variety of Curtains •Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads •Comforters Council (NFRC) label appears on window and door products which are part of the ENERGY STAR program. Your home remains a great investment. This year, invest in windows and doors that provide a short-term return on that investment with a tax credit, and longterm savings in reduced energy bills, thanks to high-performing Pella windows and doors. For more information on improving energy efficiency with windows and doors, contact a local Pella Window 8c Door store expert by calling (888) 84-PELLA or logging on to www. pella.com. •Source: Efficient Windows Collaborative Courtesy of ARA Content is increased; window temperatures are more moderate and there are fewer cold drafts. Discomfort from strong summer sunlight is reduced. Reduced condensation - Frame and glazing materials that resist heat conduction do not become as cold and results in less condensation. Reduced fading Coatings on glass can significantly reduce the ultraviolet (UVj and other solar radiation which causes fading of fabrics and furnishings. Lower mechanical equipment costs - Using windows that significantly reduce solar heat gain means cooling equipment costs may be reduced. The National Fenestration Rating Hand Board Samples Available Installation .v ofprefinished & unfinished ^ floors ^ Shoemold *•* Treads & ^ Risers M 14 years experience Free Estimates Fully Insured JORDAN HARDWOOD FLOORING 166 Oak Grove Circle • Jefferson, NC 336-846-1624 | Heritage Realty Ashe, Inc. d/b/a ) 126 Roby Foe Road (336) 982-6020 Onfu^j 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE ON FRIDAYS! 2 Columns x 3 Inches ONLY $20.69 Call or come by and see "Veraldine about this GREAT DEAL! 336.846.7164 g f v Minimum One Month Commitment r real estate or related businesses on Real Estate pages ONLY *Per Run If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. Home Town Realty / <A , 4 i e 1 West Main Street • West Jefferson "Put Your Trust In Number One" 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Business 336-246-2664 Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a home loan? Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homebuycr with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. There arc no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. 1100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. • This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. 1 Mt. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. 1 Closing costs arc the same as a loan without a government guarantee. 1 Reliable income and good credit are required. New Const. & Existing Homes INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED Real Estate for Your World ™ and © Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity J152177. BRICK HOME IN BEAVER CREEK - Well built, well maintained, 3BR/2BA, brick ranch convenieni lo West Jefferson. 3 car garage. May also be purchased w/farm behind property. $285,000. J152743. NIKANOR ROAD - Sit on your back deck and embrace the gorgeous mtn. views. Attention to detad abounds inside & out. Home features 3BR/2BA, security system, skylights, custom plantation shutters, custom cabinetry & built ins. updated kitchen & baths, large master suite w/sitting area. 2 car garage w/room to expand above, plus 2 car carport and 2 attached storage buildings $345,000. J152597. ON THE ASHE/ ALLEGHANY COUNTY LINE - This well maintained 2BR/IBA. brick home features hardwood & ceramic floors. FP. bsmt.. large study & more. There are 12.2 acres of hills to roam w/stream. pond & 2-story barn. $196,000. J152640. HOME ON HWY 194 SOUTH - Well maintained 3BR/2BA home. New carpet, tile & paint. Roast marshmallows over the Tire pit or relax on the deck. Beautifully landscaped with underground fencing. Great home for a family with dogs. On the scenic byway. JUST REDUCED! $175,000. 336-846-8250 or Toll Free 866-212-4214 Now, how do you let people know?? www.HomeTownRealtyofAshe.com The Jefferson Post business Semces page may he just what you are looking for! A single space ad costs only $50 per month and is in 12 issues of the Jefferson Post every month! A double space costs only $100 for the entire month!! Call Coy today at 336-846-7164 and Get the word out about YOUR BUSINESS! TREMENDOUS LONG RANGE VIEWS and an immaculate home in Davis acres. $349,000 HOME WITH FULL WALKOUT BSMNT. decks with river & mtn. views, RV hook up all on 2.31 acres $249.000 GORGEOUS LOG HOME ON 2 ACRES nestled between New River & Phoenix Mountain. $350,000 FABULOUS 3 & 2 ON 2 ACRES with views from wonderful rocking chair front porch. $285,000 IMMACULATE HOME ON 3 LOTS RIVER FRONT HOME! 2BR/2BA Covered porches, storage building, beautifully landscaped. $219,000 with new deck on 0.22 acres. $179,900 Positions available for ambitious Brokers 70-90% commission. No gimmicks, no fees. Call 336-977-8836 J152626. CUSTOM BUILT TIMBER FRAME HOME - Gorgeous, cedar sided, 3BR/2.5BA. w/great views of South Fork New River & surrounding mtns. Home features balconies, deck, covered porch, open floor plan, stone fireplace, hardwood & ceramic floors, stainless steel appliances. Irg windows, custom cabinets, finished basement & more. Subdivision provides common river access for canoeing, etc. $675,000. J152490. HELTON COMMUNITY - Turn of the century. 4BR/1.5BA farmhouse nestled on over 5 acres of gorgeous, untouched land. Home features 3 original, wormy chestnut FP surrounds, chestnut oak hardwood floors throughout, all new wiring, plumbing. & insulation Enjoy the sounds of Helton Creek from your front porch while soaking up the experience of nature. Also, included on the property is a 1996. 3BR/2BA. doublcwide mobile home w/ vaulted ceilings. FP. Great Room, all appliances, carpet replacement allowance and 5 outbuildings. $420,000. J152843. 21 ACRE CLEARED TRACT IN VA. - Beautiful cleared 21 acre tract in Mouth of Wilson. Va. Lays good - most of it was mowed for hay this past summer Good for Christmas trees, $273,468. 152844. GLENDALE SPRINGS - Beautiful 1.017 acre lot adjoining the Blue Ridge Parkway - lot is actually bounded on 2 sides of Parkway. Perfect spot for vacation cabin or permanent home w/utilities on site. $29,500. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 heritagereally.com �PAGE 10 FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 70-Travel & Camping 300Miscellaneous 1992 Prowler 25" with 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 1993 Woodmizer saw mill LT40 HD G24 Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. Tuesday & Friday $ 14.55-20 words I Cal 336-977-0383 P , CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING I 17.05-25 words 23.73 - 30 words 27.50 - 35 words (extra runs, better rates.) 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6, Queen Bed. bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 CLASSIFIED DEADLINES 9:00 BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. DumpTrailer 6'x12' with ramp to load equipment, hardly used, $1500. Call 336-877-3899 and leave msg. STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES 9:00 Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post Is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. 140-Help Wanted J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL WANTED: Responsible party to take on small monthly payments on High Definition Big Screen TV. 1-800-398-3970 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press. 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 \Vail orders should be mt with payment to: Lawson Support Services. LLC 'lassified Advertising The Jefferson Post fm PO Box 808 / Hast Jefferson, NC 28694 I has a full time position open for a qualified professional with a four year degree and experience in MH, DD. and/or SA. Salary DOE. Please fax resume to: 336-372-6087 or Email: ot personal check. Visa or Master Card) Telephone. (336) 846-7164 Fax; (336) 846-7165 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-8770159 310-Musical We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy. sell. tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. woodsusan70 O yahoo.com Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! e-mail; classified© Jefterftonpo«t.com Web; www.ieffersonpost.oom 160-Business Opportunities 30-Special Notices PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it Illegal to advortise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin Includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which Is in violation ot the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa per are available on equal opportunity basts. To com plain ol discrimination call • HUD toll-tree at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing Impaired is 1 800-927-9275. If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. FOUND: Mother's Ring at Bare Creek Convenience Center. Call 982-2623 and describe. Have you found an animal or Item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Premium Fraser fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167 260-Garage/Yard Sales Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 male with white on chest, wearing red collar. Answers to Droopy. Shy, but sweet. Missing from Glendale Springs area. Last seen week before Christmas. If you have any information, please call 620-8664 REWARD For Sale: Fraser Fir 3/0 Seedlings available for Spring. Mount Rogers Origin. Call 336-877-1008 YARD SALES Lab for the return of our Beagle puppy, Lemon/white male. Last seen Dec 28 on Hwy 163. Please call, 336-877-1677 235-Christmas Trees KITS 40-Lost & Found 330-Pets PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each THANKYOU Jefferson Post Black BUYING OR SELLING? 100-General Services Tuesday's paper (Friday am) Friday's paper (Wednesday am) LOST: works great and Shin­ gle/Lap Sider attach­ ment, never used. $10,000 for both. Call 336-877-3899 and leave msg. Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: TO GIVE AWAY: Border Collie mix, female puppy, aprox. 2 1/2 mo. Black/white. Very sweet and smart. Call 336-246-9258 330-Pets The Alleghany Animal Shelter is OVERWHELMED with puppies right now! Currently there are 21 puppies of various breeds, genders, and sizes, all available for adoption. We URGENTLY need donations of puppy food and ADOPTIONS to get our numbers down! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter In Sparta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. Van, seats 7, remova­ ble middle captains chair seats, highway miles, loaded. $1500. Call 336-877-3899. Euro, 64,000 Florida Miles. Looks and drives like new. $3,800. Call Dave Goodman 336-877-5694 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota. 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale conditioner, $1800. Call 336-877-3899 and leave msg. PLACE YOUR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 2BR, furnished, dishwasher, washer, dryer, base­ ment. One year lease. References. $750 per month. $750 deposit. Call 336-928-0064 Little Classifieds... West Jefferson 3 BR. 2 Full Baths, Approx 1124 sq ft with all appli­ ances. 1.01 acres with Pond. Lots of privacy. Super clean, close to Town. $650/month plus deposit. No smoking in house / No pets. Call 336-246-2871. 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale For Rent: Storage 25' x 25'. Old Hwy 16, Ashe Park Exit. $250 per mo. Call 336-982-3313 500-Mobile Homes for Sale $49,900.00 BRAND NEW 1600 SOFT DOUBLE WIDE THAT INCLUDES DELIVERY SETUP. HURRY! ONLY 2 MODELS LEFT. 5 YEAR WARRANTY! ONE PIECE FIBERGLASS TUBS. APPLIANCES. 2X4 16 ON CENTER CONSTRUCTION. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 1994 Coro Mobile Home, 3/2 with deck, Monitor heater, at Hilltop Acres in West Jefferson. $10,000 Call 336-246-9295 for appointment. 2007 TAX REFUND Attention Previous Home Owners, 1st time Home Buyers, Renters. Put your TAX REFUND TO WORK in buying a new home. Call Freedom Homes. 336-973-2335 for more details. Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. LIMITED INCOME? LIMITED CREDIT? LAND HOME PACK­ AGES ARE POSSIBLE WITH AS LITTLE AS $500.00 DOWN. WE HAVE A NEW FINANCE PROGRAM TO ASSIST YOU. GIVE US A CALL. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 LOWEST PRICE OUT THERE!!!!! $23,900.00 SET AND DELIVERED. 14X72 SINGLE WIDE. YOU CAN PICK YOUR COLORS!! AVAILABLE IN 2 OR 3 BEDROOMS!! STOVE AND REFRIGERATOR INCLUDED. 5 YEAR WARRANTY QUALITY HORTON CONSTRUCTION!!! VINYL AND SHINGLE EXTERIOR. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO. 336-973-7488 SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 505-Modular Homes for Sale AFFORDABLE MODULARS!!! SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION WITH FAIR PRICES. HORTON HOMES OFFERS IT ALL. SPECIAL FINANCING OPTIONS AVAILABLE... WE DON'T MAKE MONEY OFF YOUR FINANCING. STOP IN OR CALL HORTON HOMES OF WILKES­ BORO 336-973-7488 LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. Check Out the Jefferson Post for For Rent: 2 BR House Mobile Homes by Stop Reeces is an 8-mo old Doberman / Shepherd mix. He has lots of energy and would be best suited to an active family who will play and walk him to expend his energy. Reeces is fine with other dogs, in fact, he came in with his buddy Gretta. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View. Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. 1BA 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Two inch space for the above costs. "LIVESTOCK FOR RESULTSI BIG RESULTS! 1995 Mercury Villager ON ALL NEW HORTON HOMES. WE BUILD THE BEST AND OFFER THE BEST WARRANTY... 5 YEAR COVERAGE ON APPLIANCES, FURNACE. STRUC­ TURE. ELECTRICAL. PLUMBING EVEN THE HEAT PUMP!! THERE IS A DIFFERENCE!! HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our Tor rent" sections. Call Coy at 336-846-7164 370-Cars/Vans for Sale Dark green,top rack, Donald is a 6-month leather Interior.CD old black lab mix pup­ player, new speakers, py. All his siblings have alarm & remote entry. been adopted, and he's so lonely! Donald Is Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt GREAT with all people engine has (especially kids!) and approx. 80,000 miles. other animals. Donald's Reduced to $3850. a healthy, happy puppy Call 336-384-4352. who needs a good, lov­ ing home today. Donald is up to date on vac­ 410-Motorcycles/ cines. Contact the 4-Wheelers Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at For Sale: 2005 Power 336-372-8744. Max RC Motor Sports visit Scooter. $600 OBO. For more info alleghany. petfinder.com Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 Did you know that if you are giving away 420-Recreational an animal or item , Vehicles you can list it for free 1967 Vintage in the Classifieds. Airstream Trailer, Call 846-7164 for 26 ft. new hot water more information heater and air- 290-Horses & Livestock (U 100 acres. Deep Gep i House, by Hart the latest deals on Power Local Dealers Equipment. IP Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1145-Steel Buildings ALL STEEL BUILDINGS 30x40 to 150x300 Turnkey available. Call Eggers & Eggers Construction 336-982-9456 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. BEING all of Lot 10 of Stonecrest at the Parkway, Phase 1 as more particularly shown on Plat Book 6 at Page 64, Ashe County, North Caroli­ na Public Registry. Conveyed herewith is a non-exclusive per­ petual 45 foot wide right of way for the purpose of ingress, egress and regress over and across the subdivision roads as shown on Plat Book 6 at Page 64, Ashe County, North Caroli­ na Public Registry. Address of property: 116 Autumn Ridge Road, Fleetwood, NC 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS 28626 Present Record Own­ Having qualified as ers: Barry D. Aldridge Executor of the Estate of Danish Kemp Rash, The terms of the sale late of Ashe County, are that the real prop­ North Carolina, this is erty hereinbefore de­ to notify all persons scribed will be sold for having claims against cash to the highest bid­ said estate to present der. The Substitute them to the under­ Trustee reserves the signed at 5013 Hill Ha­ right to require a cash ven Road, Jonesvllle, deposit or a certified North Carolina 28642 check not to exceed on or before the 6th the greater of five day of April, 2007,or percent (5%) of the this Notice will be amount of the bid or pleaded in bar to their Seven Hundred Fifty recovery. All persons Dollars ($750.00). In indebted to the estate the event that the Own­ will please make imme­ er and Holder is ex­ diate payment to the empt from paying the undersigned. same, the successful bidder may also be re­ This the 29th day of quired to pay revenue December, 2006. stamps on the Trust­ ee's Deed, any Land Ellis Dalton Johnson Transfer Tax, and the Executor for the Estate tax required by of Danish Kemp Rash N.C.G.S. §7A-308 (a) (1). 3806.780 06-SP-60 The real property herei­ nabove described is being offered for sale OF SUBSTITUTE 'AS TRUSTEED IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, un- FORECLOSURE $ $ $ $ $ PROPERTY UNDER AND BY VIR­ TUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Barry D. Aldridge, Sole Owner­ ship, dated August 8, 2005 and recorded in the Office of the Regis­ ter of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, recorded on August 12, 2005, in Book 333 at Page 354; and be- If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son. the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trust­ ee^). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trust­ ee^), in their sole dis­ cretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Dated: December 7, 2006 Kellam & Pettit, PA. Substitute Trustee 9704)442-9500 Posted: 12-8-06 Assistant/Deputy Clerk of Superior Court NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF PATRICIA E.TAYLOR EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF LARRY REX TAYLOR The undersigned, having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Larry Rex Taylor, deceased, of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned on or before the 16th day of March, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the under­ signed. This the 12th day of December, 2006. Patricia E.Taylor PO Box 1203 West Jefferson, NC 28694 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Publication dates: 12/15: 12/22; 12/29; 01/05 LEARN TO DRIVE FULL & PARTIMh CLASSES - CDL TRAINING • FINANCING AVAILABLE |OB PLACEMENT Training ' n WyUiovlllo. 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Call 336-846-7164 1195-Legals cause of default in the payment of the indeb­ tedness secured there­ by and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agree­ ments contained there­ in and. pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Ashe County Court­ house, in Jefferson, North Carolina at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, January 16, 2007, that parcel of land. In­ cluding improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Fleetwood, County of Ashe, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: Medical Center WANT TO BUY Mi 1195-Legals 530-Lots & Acreage 5 YEAR WARRANTY For more information. 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Connecting People to Brands- www.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 PAGE 11 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of E. Reeves Vannoy (a/k/a Everette Reeves Vannoy, Everette R. Vannoy, E.R. Vannoy), late of Fleetwood, Ashe County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all per­ sons, firms and corpo­ rations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhib­ it them to the under­ signed, at One West Fourth Street, WinstonSalem, North Carolina 27101, on or before the 29th day of March, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make Immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. This the 29th day of December, 2006. FIRST CITIZENS BANK & TRUST COM­ PANY, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF E. REEVES VANNOY WOMBLE CARLYLE SANDRIDGE & RICE, PLLC One West Fourth St. Winston-Salem, NC 27101 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Georgia Ann Bledsoe, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 302 Wishing Well Ct., Thomasville, NC 27360 on or before the 15th day of March, 2007 or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make im­ mediate payment to the undersigned, This the 8th day of December, 2006. Clyde Allen Bledsoe Administrator for the Estate of Georgia Ann Bledsoe 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS oak, thence South 74 West 75 poles to a white oak, thence South 19 West 24 poles to a beech, thence South 52 East 34 3/5 poles to a horn­ beam, thence South 46 West 3 poles to a stake, Rash & Phipps corner thence South 53 East 28 3/5 poles to a buckeye, thence South 62 East 14 3/5 poles to a poplar Rash & Phipps line, thence North 55 1/2 East 36 3/5 poles to a stake in center of highway, thence North 74 East 33 poles to a stake in center of highway thence North 85 East 40 poles to a stake in center of highway, then North 35 1/2 poles to a stake then North 21 West 39 poles to the beginning and contain­ ing 58 acres, more or less. West Jefferson, 28694 IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO.: 06-SP-50 In the Matter of the Foreclosure of the Deed of Trust of JOSEPH WILEY RASH. Mortgagor-Grantor To BENJAMIN G. HUR­ LEY. JR. Substitute Trustee And NORTHWESTERN NATIONAL BANK. Noteholder NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of an Order made and en­ tered by the Honorable JERRY ROTEN. Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County, North Carolina, on the 20th day of June. 2006, and the power of sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust from Joseph Wily Rash to Sherrie R. Hodges, Trustee, recorded in Deed Book 276, at Pages 1063-1070, in the Ashe County Reg­ istry, Benjamin G. Hur­ ley. Jr. was appointed Substitute Trustee in Deed Book 345, at Page 830-831 in the Ashe County Registry, the undersigned Sub­ stitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at Ashe County Courthouse. Jefferson, North Caroli­ na at 11:00 A.M. on the 26th day of January, 2007, the real estate conveyed in said Deed of Trust, the same lying and being in Ashe County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a chest­ nut, A. A. Rash and Nola Blevins corner on East side of old ridge road and running North 88 West 22 poles to a stake; thence North 44 West 13 poles to a chestnut oak, thence South 64 West 44 poles to a chestnut There is EXCEPTED from the above descri­ bed property a 0.630 acre tract of land as re­ corded in Deed Book 197, Pages 1781-1782. Ashe County Registry. There is also EXCEPT­ ED from the above de­ scribed property a 3.993 acre tract of land as recorded in Deed Book 222, Pages 14181419, Ashe County Registry. Ct i t e ^ce £ NC yivctty <zCC yeast. Publication Dates: January 5, 2007 and January 12. 2007 \303U0Bo CCQEJ3 og3E2332o NOTICE TO CREDITORS 'uHD 0QH33L3DGQ COOT C23XPO (30CDCK3B5? IN RE: ESTATE OF BERNARD CYRIL MILLER Late of Ashe County, North Carolina A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 This is to NOTIFY ALL PERSONS having claims against said Estate to present them to GRADY LONON, Attorney at Law, 218 East Main Street, P.O. Box 422, Jefferson, NC 28640, within 90 days of the publication of this NO­ TICE. or this NOTICE will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the Estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned for the Estate. Gift. <Sut>soripLion for... CJ $36.00 Address Seniors In Ashe Co. CTity. Out-of-County (All) U $46.50 N ame G- Let o» know yoo want afterschool program, in your area h Call 1-BOO-USA-LEARN r There is also EXCEPT­ ED from the above described property, a 7.000 acre tract of land as recorded in Deed Book, 326, Pages 2240-2242, Ashe County Registry. The above described property is all the prop­ erty known as Parcel # 18294-172 and con­ taining 41.882 acres. The successful bidder will be required to deposit with the undersigned Substitute Trustee ten (10) per­ cent of the bid price, and the sale will remain open for ten days for advanced or raised bids. This the 2nd day of January, 2007. Benjamin G. Hurley, Jr. Substitute Trustee KILBY & HURLEY P.O. Box 24 * « FREE ESTIMATES Ir* SELL, BUY OR TRADE Office: 828-9634069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 - 6 German Shorthaired Pointer mix puppies (3 males, 3 females) - 2 boxer mix female pups (not pictured) The Alleghany Animal Shelter is OVERWHELMED with puppies right now! 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PricnPmiblr Loqos' Business Cards Brochures • Camera Ready Ads Deborah Holder-Caine < 336.977.2113 �PAGE 12 FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Baby News Jessica Vernon of Boone would like to announce the birth of her daugh­ ter, Stella Grace Vernon, on December, 26, 2006. Stella Grace was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital, weighing six pounds, ten ounces, and measuring 19 and a half inches long. Her grandpar­ ents are John and Judy Vernon. Melissa and Barry Maines of Laurel Springs would like to announce the birth of their son, Mitchell Dwight Maines, on December 26, 2006. He was born at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed nine pounds, one ounce. Jennifer and Mike Murphy of Crumpler would like to announce the birth of their daugh­ ter, Alexis Renee Murphy, on December 26, 2006. She was born at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed SOCIALS Must-Haves For Hip Moms and Dads Having a baby and raising a family isn't what it used to be. Today there are scores of products and services that of­ fer convenience, style or add­ ed safety for parents. Here are some top ones to consider. Stylish and Trendy Bags tion. "There is no point in toilet training children before they can control their bodily func­ tions. But much of the delay in emotional readiness comes from the fear and anxiety that result from unfamiliarity with the toilet," says Jo­ seph Lalicata, president of Jeckida, Inc., manufacturer of Toilet Buddies. Children can discover the toilet bowl independently and without apprehension when greeted by colorful and cute Toilet BuddiesTM (www.toiletbuddies.com) characters, like Gatago GiraffeTM, Poo P. BunnyTM, Puddles PuppyTM, or Ca Ca CowTM. Each character's face is attached to the toilet tank with VelcroTM fasteners while coordinating hands and feet are placed on the bowl and pedestal. A main benefit over other potty training items is the fact that the characters work with an existing toilet - no separate potty is needed. This is ide­ al for bathrooms with tight space or for parents who are not interested in transition­ ing later on from the potty to a grown-up's toilet. Today's baby-gear manu­ facturers are recognizing the fact that discerning parents want a diaper bag that is functional, but also attrac­ tive. Today, bags that mimic work attaches, purses and totes are preferred over the baby prints and cartoon char­ acters, or even bags that co­ ordinate with strollers and travel systems. Rather than carry around a drab diaper bag they send you home with seven pounds, seven from the hospital, look for other innovative alternatives. ounces. Peggy and Charles A craft bag with pockets and pouches can fit juniors' toys, Sturgill of Jefferson bottles and more, in addition would like to announce to your necessities. You can use a backpack or designer the birth of their son, handbags, provided they are Greyson Dallas Montana large enough for everything. Sturgill, on January 1, Or consider specialty bags like those from Wake (www. 2007. He was born at wakeindustry.com), which Ashe Memorial Hospital, fuse contemporary styling weighing seven pounds, with functionality for moms (and dads) on the go. They're A Library Card or Book­ five ounces, and mea­ available in a number of store Discount Member­ ship suring twenty inches styles and colors and can be worn over the shoulder or Savvy moms and dads are long. His grandparents hand-held. well-read. Now there are a are Dot Sturgill and Potty Training Aides host of pregnancy and par­ Who hasn't experienced enting books on any subject Violet Weaver. Greyson some resistance from a child imaginable. Browse through was welcomed home when it comes to transition­ a few that match your person­ by his sisters, India and ing from diaper use to toilet ality and contain the desired time? Potty training can be information. From discipline Chelsey. traumatic for both the parent tips to advice for getting your and child if not undertaken in baby to sleep through the a supportive manner. Accord­ night to talking to your chil­ ing to childcare experts, doc­ dren about drugs and sex, you tors and psychologists, a child can find a companion guide. develops control of his or her One recommendation is bodily functions between 18 "Breathe: A Guy's Guide to or 19 months of age. But, ac­ Pregnancy" (Simon & Schus­ tual emotional readiness may ter), by Mason Brown. This not occur until 2 to 4 years of humorous guidebook takes age. Therefore, forcing your men misstep-by-misstep child to try potty training at through the stages of preg­ a time that is not concurrent nancy and the early days of with his or her emotional childhood. readiness could result in dis­ Crossover Vehicles interest or even direct opposi­ Although the family mini- Is your kid a sugar addict? Parents may want to put a lock on that cookie jar. Too many sweets in a child's diet may affect your child's mood - even lowering their concen­ tration and performance at school, says Kathleen DesMaisons, an expert on addic­ tive nutrition and author of "Little Sugar Addicts" (Three Rivers Press). Not only can too much sugar in children's diets put them at risk for obesity, dia­ betes and high blood pressure, but research shows sugar can become addictive and affects the brain similarly to drugs, leading to similar withdrawal symptoms of mood swings, shaking, anxiety, and anger. Just like a drug addiction, the first step is admitting there is a problem. Signs a child may have a sugar addic­ tion include constant begging for sweet foods, restlessness, obesity, exhaustion, difficulty concentrating or frequent bouts of crying and cranki­ ness. "Very often parents won't make that connection of a child's behavior with sugar," DesMaisons says. "You can­ not imagine the effect that it can have on your children." DesMaisons offers some tips to healing sugar addic­ tions: Gradually reduce sugar intake. Don't get rid of sugar completely; but gradually get children on the path by estab­ lishing timely eating habits - three meals a day with two snacks. Make substitutions. Pick your first target, such as sug­ ary sodas. Replace it with van is more streamlined and family friendly than ever, many hipsters are opting for crossover vehicles - those that marry features from SUVs, station wagons and cars all in one. The term "crossover" is typically used to describe a sport-utility that rides on a car chassis, according to Edmunds.com. However, the lines are blurred among ve­ hicle manufacturers who've yet to construct a uniform crossover. Crossovers gener­ ally have high seating posi­ tions and available four- or all-wheel drive. These vehicle "blends" don't carry the same stigma as the minivan, and are often spacious enough to transport a car full of kids and all the gear that goes with them. That's why auto­ motive companies may slap the "crossover" name on ve­ hicles that aren't true cross­ overs to attract buyers who'd be reticent to purchase a van or wagon. Just about every vehicle manufacturer has their ver­ sion of a crossover in a variety of price ranges. Some favorites include the original crossover, The Toyota Rav 4, and others like the Honda CRV, Nissan Murano, Ford Freestyle, and the Infiniti RX. A Nanny In the wake of popular television shows featuring British-born nannies who've worked for the likes of royal­ ty, a nanny craze has erupted in this country. Many parents employ a nanny these days, or rely on another form of child-care assistance, such as day care. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, child-care workers held about 1.3 million jobs in 2004. Many worked part time. About 1 out of 3 child care workers were self-employed; most of these were family child-care pro­ viders - otherwise known as nannies. Nannies can offer several benefits for families, serving as a caregiver, support staff, adjunct teacher, and just be­ ing around to give mom and dad a break. They can also be used in lieu of group childcare facilities if you prefer a one-on-one relationship with your child and the caregiver. Nannies often advertise their services in local news­ paper classified sections or can be discovered through word-of-mouth. A glowing recommendation is a worth­ while selling point. experimentation that they learn their range of abilities, talents and interests." • Allow coaches to coach. "We've all heard stories of parents and other fans get­ ting in the faces of coaches, or thinking they can do it bet­ ter," says Murph. "Respecting the expertise of the coach sets a good example for young ath­ letes who should also mind the official's instructions." • Teach that sports are not just about winning or los­ ing. "It's important for kids to learn the lessons involved with winning and losing, as this is something that is ap­ plied to all areas of life," notes Murph. "Keep score at the games, but don't make it the only thing that matters. If your kid loses, focus on other j successes in the game." • Cheer on all play­ ers equally. "Learn the names of all the players so you can cheer on ev­ eryone equally. Your son or daughter isn't the only star of the show the team is ultimately what matters." • Set an example. "Adults should set the best examples for young players," Murph says. "Concentrate on sportsman­ ship, have a good time and enjoy the activity together." Many parents have aspira­ tions that their child will be the next Michael Jordan or Tiger Woods. Chances are their child is more interested in having fun than becoming the next sports celebrity. More inside sports tips from Gregg Murphy can be found every weeknight on "Out of Bounds," airing at 7 p.m on CN8. The show of­ fers one-on-one interviews with athletes and coaches, nightly predictions and fastpaced debates with a team of experts. For those who can't tune in live at 7, every epi­ sode is available to Comcast Digital cable customers via ON DEMAND for three days following broadcast. Be a sport when cheering for kids water, such as offering it in playful water bottles to make it more tempting. Then, look for additional substitutions, such as offering fruit for desserts and vegetables for snacks and meals. Also, re­ place white breads - which are high in sugar and calories - with healthier whole-grain breads. Ease withdrawal. If your child experiences a meltdown from lack of sugar, give him protein, such as a cheese stick or some peanut butter, to al­ leviate a drop in blood-sugar levels. Be a model. Don't have a soda in your hand as you tell your child sugar is bad, Des­ Maisons says. Parents should model healthy food choices by monitoring their own sugar intake and the amount of junk food available at home. Shift focus from food to fun. DesMaisons says chil­ dren often learn to associate sugar with love, such as cake for birthdays and chocolate for rewards. Instead, replace sugary rewards with spend­ ing time and playing games with your children. Sportsmanship is some­ thing children learn at a very young age, whether par­ ticipating in an organized league, playing on an extra­ curricular team or joining a pick-up game with neigh­ borhood friends. The values children learn through sports can provide a number of ben­ efits, from improving physical health and teaching cama­ raderie to developing coordi­ nation and learning how to problem solve. Parents may enhance what their children learn through sports by of­ fering positive sideline sup­ port and other team-playing behaviors. "Sports can turn from fun to fury when parents get caught up in the occasional drama that occurs during the game," says Gregg Mur­ phy a.k.a. Murph, a multiple Emmy Award-winning sports journalist and host of CN8's weeknight sports program, "Out of Bounds." "I encour­ age adults to understand how their behavior can affect their children and find ways to en­ sure their kids take away all the fun and athleticism sports offers." As both a television sports host and father of three, Murph under­ stands the ins and outs of sports both on and off the field. Murph's children, ages 8, 5 and 2, par­ ticipate in swimming, softball, soccer and T-ball. Leveraging his professional and personal expertise, Murph offers these tips for being a good sport. • Let your child be the star. "There are many parents who relive their own glory days through their children," says Murph. "This isn't fair to your child. Just because you were a star quarterback doesn't mean your son will be as well. Allow your kids to have fun and not worry if they're the best player out there or fol­ lowing in your footsteps." • Encourage your child to discover his or her own pas­ sion. While you may be a baseball fan, she may like vol­ leyball. Let children try many activities so they can find the one they enjoy. "My kids have tried things as varied as swimming to soccer," offers Murph. "It's only through this Breathe... Don't Burn! Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: •Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncalr.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow OAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or nghts-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads • Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. 'Appalaskans' visit for the holidays Former residents Shane, Grace and Misti Hopkins receintly returned to Ashe County to visit their family and friends dur­ ing the holidays. Shane and Misti are currently living in Alaska, doing mission work. They can be reached through www. myspace.com/shane_hopkins, emailed at globaloutfitters@gmail.com or financial contributions can be made to Global Outfitters, P.O. Box 1241, Jefferson, NC 28640. Mail or Care Packages can be sent to: Shane & Misti Hopkins, 109 Kniffen Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99712 Bum permits issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other egents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: I (877) OPEN BURN www.ncair.org 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336)771-5000 (Th* ad paid for by a violator of the open burning law) �FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 13 HEALTH Proper digestion can Colonoscopy kick off weight loss Should you have one? De.qnitA an awareness of Despite an awarpnpss nf the potentially negative re­ percussions of being over­ weight, nearly of one-third American adults are obese, having a body mass index of 30 or greater. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, that number is growing in spite of the media messages that say "thin is in." Children are also at risk; the prevalence of overweight children in recent years has doubled. Among adolescents over that same period, in­ stances have tripled. Obesity is a public concern because excess body fat has been as­ sociated with type 2 diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disfunc­ tion, and many other condi­ tions. Each year people resolve to get healthy and lose weight, embarking on crash diets or other plans that may be effec­ tive short-term, but will not keep weight off for the dura­ tion. Whether the desire is to improve health or for purely cosmetic reasons, weight loss has many benefits if a person takes the correct approach. Here are some tips for pro­ moting healthy weight loss. LITTLE KNOWN FACTS ABOUT DIGESTION AND WEIGHT GAIN Gaining weight has been linked to factors such as over­ eating, medications and ge­ netics. But did you know that an improperly functioning di­ gestive system can also result in weight gain? When in peak condition, the body's intestines will transfer nutrients from foods to the cells that need them. However, eliminative chan­ nels in the digestive system, most notably the colon, are under a constant onslaught from toxins in the foods that people eat and these channels may end up blocked by^laque and not functioning property. A blocked colon doesn't allow nutrients to be absorbed in an efficient manner. Therefore, a person may be compromised of that feeling of fullness that accompanies complete nutri­ tion. As a result, he or she may overeat to compensate, thus compounding the prob­ lem. Additionally, a colon that is clogged contributes to excess weight on its own. A person may unknowingly be carrying around 5 to 15 pounds of com­ pacted waste within their co­ lon - which makes a big differ­ ence on the scale and greatly compromises absorption of necessary nutrients. Flush­ ing the body of this excess can improve overall health and be seen in lower numbers when stepping on the scale. THE ROAD TO WEIGHT LOSS A few simple lifestyle changes that anyone can make can result in dramatic weight-loss. 1. Portion control: From i*1 restaurant dining to home meals, many people are not aware that they are consum­ ing two to three times the recommended amount of food per meal. Pay attention to the portion size listed on the nutritional labels of foods, and stick to it. When eating meats and poultry, a good rule of thumb is to consume around 3 ounces, which is about the size of the palm of your hand. Larger portions can be enjoyed on fruits and vegetables, provided they are not accompanied by sugar or butter toppings. 2,.Bj$v£r^£es count: Many unnecessary calories are con­ sumed through soft drinks and other sugary beverages. For instance, children have been known to drink liquid calories that are the equiva­ lent of an extra meal. Substi­ tute low- or no-calorie bever­ ages whenever possible. And try to drink six to eight glass­ es of water per day, which will lend a feeling of fullness and help flush the body. 3. Consider colon cleans­ ing: One of the problems in combatting toxin buildup in the colon is the misconception that cleansing procedures are both invasive and embar­ rassing. Much of that stigma can be blamed on colonics, a cleansing procedure where the large intestine is irrigat­ ed with water under gentle pressure as a mean of detoxi­ fication. Such a procedure is rarely met with open arms, as its reputation often precedes it. Colon cleansing might now grow more common thanks to a new, less invasive and more &&v . - - individual option that can be done right at home. Regulux® was designed specifically for those skeptical of traditional colon- cleansing procedures. It is available in convenient pill form, making it both dis­ creet and convenient. Scien­ tifically formulated to flush out the digestive tract, Regu­ lux removes the same energydraining toxins that build up on the bowel walls, maintain­ ing healthy colon function while promoting a healthier intestinal lining. As an add­ ed bonus,Regulux is made of all-natural ingredients tra­ ditionally used to detoxify the liver, skin, lungs kidneys, and heart, meaning you won't be ingesting the same toxins your body is hoping to expel. To learn more, call 1-800-7923574 and mention code VRY1, or visit www.reguluxdirect. com 4. Exercise is key: Diets alone do not a healthy body make. A person must expel energy to help boost me­ tabolism. However, it doesn't take an elaborate workout to see benefits. Simply setting aside 20 to 30 minutes a day for some cardiovascular and moderate weight-training ac­ tivities can offer results. This may include walking on the treadmill, taking a few laps around the pool, or even vig­ orous house cleaning. 5. Enlist a friend for mo­ tivation: Sticking to a diet and exercise program can be much more enjoyable when it is a collaborative effort. A friend or family member may offer the support you need. ... When her doctor suggested that she have a colonoscopy to screen for colorectal cancer, Pam said she wanted time to think about it. A year later, as she makes an appointment for her yearly checkup, she's uneasy about having to come up with a new excuse. Pam has heard all the an­ ecdotes; she's uncomfortable even at the thought of having a camera exploring the inside of her bowels. On the other hand, she has a cousin who was treated successfully for colon cancer and credits colo­ noscopy as saving his life. Colonoscopy uses a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera attached to examine the lining of the large intes­ tine (rectum and colon). The procedure can be used to help diagnose abnormalities such as ulcers, polyps, tumors and areas of inflammation or bleeding. Not all abnormalities in the colon are cancerous, but all cancers start as adenoma­ tous polyps. If detected early enough, these polyps can be removed before they become malignant. Generally recognized as the best way of detecting polyps, colonoscopy is one of three widely used and recom­ mended screening tests for colon and rectal cancer. As opposed to fecal oc­ cult blood testing (FOBT)-a simple take-home test that requires collecting stool sam­ ples and sending them in for laboratory testing-colonoscopy is more invasive but capa­ ble of detecting actual polyps as opposed to hidden bleed­ ing in the bowels that might or might not be caused by a polyp. Because it's non-inva­ sive and inexpensive, FOBT is sometimes used a prelimi­ nary test, to be followed by colonoscopy if occult or hid­ den bleeding is discovered. Compared to sigmoidos­ copy, which examines just the rectum and the lower third of the colon, colonoscopy gives a doctor a chance to observe the lining of the entire large intestine. Polyps can exist anywhere in the colon. For persons over age 50, the American Cancer So­ ciety recommends either: • a yearly FOBT plus sigmoidoscopy once every five years, • colonoscopy once ev­ ery 10 years • or a barium enema once every five years. In most areas, the barium enema is no longer widely used. Persons with a moderate to high risk of colon or rectal cancer are advised to have more frequent screening. Most at risk are persons who have already had a precancerous polyp removed or who have a close relative diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Don't Die of Embarrassment Glaucoma not just for the elderly As the old saying goes, "seeing is believing." In the case of glaucoma, perhaps the adage should be adjusted to say "seeing and feeling is be­ lieving." Though nearly 3 mil­ lion Americans suffer from glaucoma, the Glaucoma Re­ search Foundation reports that half of those cases go un­ reported. Since most people with glaucoma still see and feel fine, they believe they have no vision problems. Glaucoma does not neces­ sarily cause noticeable symp­ toms, at least not ones most people would assume are not just a part of aging. But that does not mean it's not doing damage, as glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States, accounting for between 9 and 12 percent of all blindness cases through­ out the country. Because there are few or no symptoms to in­ dicate the presence of glauco­ ma, regular eye exams bring on even greater importance. In addition, knowing what glaucoma is and how it can affect everyday life can lend a greater sense of awareness about this potentially damag­ ing disease. Types of Glaucoma There are two types of glaucoma, each of which in­ volves fluid and pressure buildup on the eye. • Open Angle (or Wide Angle) Glaucoma: The more common type of glaucoma, open angle glaucoma occurs when fluid cannot exit the eye through the trabecular meshwork, or the drain of the eye. Essentially, the eye's drain­ age canals become blocked, increasing inner eye pressure as fluid cannot drain. When a person has open angle glau­ coma, these drainage canals are similar to a clogged sink. While the drain in the sink itself is not clogged, the pipe going underneath the sink is. Similarly, the openings to the drainage canals are fine, but are clogged further in. • Angle Closure Glaucoma: Angle closure glaucoma oc­ curs when the angle between the iris and the cornea (where a drainage channel for the eye is located) is too narrow, resulting in poor drainage. This type of glaucoma is far less common than open angle glaucoma, and often results in sudden pressure build-up in the eye. Who Is At Risk? Glaucoma can occur in young adults, children and even infants, though it's most common in adults over the age of 40. African-Americans are more likely to get glau­ coma and often do so at a younger age and with more severe symptoms, such as a greater loss of vision than other victims. Those who are also at a greater risk of glaucoma are: • People with a family his­ tory of glaucoma • People with poor vision • Diabetics • People taking any sys­ temic corticosteroid medica­ tion, such as prednisone. Are There Any Symptoms? In most instances, there are not noticeable symp­ toms, a frightening thought when considering vision lost to glaucoma cannot be re­ couped. However, any of the following symptoms should set off an alarm and result in an immediate visit to an eye specialist. • Loss of peripheral, or side, vision, which is often a telltale sign of the onset of glaucoma • Seeing halos around lights • Persistent redness in the eyes Pain in the eye • Eyes that look hazy, even after periods of prolonged rest • Onset of tunnel vision, wherein a person's vision be­ comes increasingly narrow Can Glaucoma Be Pre­ vented and What's to Come? Glaucoma cannot be pre­ vented. The best thing anyone can do, whether they're in the more susceptible demograph­ ics or not, is to get regular eye exams. If detected early, glaucoma can be treated, greatly reducing potential vi­ sion loss. Treatment options include eye drops, laser sur­ gery or microsurgery. An eye specialist will suggest what's the best option depending on each individual case. What people with glau­ coma can expect is continued vision loss if they don't seek treatment. Eventually, with­ out treatment, blindness will occur. However, very few peo­ ple who have glaucoma end up going blind, as the afore­ mentioned treatment options will prevent further vision loS8. To learn more about glau­ coma, visit the Glaucoma Re­ search Foundation Web site at www.glaucoma.org. W Pam knows her decision should be an easy one. But even though a colonoscopy is not painful, it does involve significant discomfort lasting several days. To prepare, it's necessary to clear the bowels, and many consider this the most diffi­ cult part. Pam's friends told her about not being able to eat solid foods for a day or two followed by use of laxa­ tives and enemas-"not a very pleasant experience," they said. In most cases, the prep­ aration has been considerably simplified since that time. One method involvesdrink­ ing a gallon of very salty solu­ tion within one or two hours. This does a good job of flush­ ing the colon without adding or subtracting any fluids from the body. Some individuals find it difficult to drink that much fluid, however. Alternatives include: • taking four prescrip­ tion laxative tablets every 15 minutes-for a total of 20-the night before the colonoscopy plus additional tablets the next morning about three hours before the procedure, • four laxative tablets followed by half a gallon of the salty solution, or • sodium phosphate in half a gallon of water. In most cases, the enemas are no longer necessary, al­ though the patient requires time off from work for the fre­ quent trips to the bathroom. The colonoscopy itself takes about half an hour and is performed under sedation, usually given intravenously. Even though you're conscious, you're likely to be groggy and not remember much of the procedure. As with bowel preparation, Pam could expect signifi­ cantly less discomfort than her friends remembered. The trend is toward deeper se­ dation and, with improving technology, the test can be performed more efficiently with fewer complications. Although sigmoidoscopy is a less invasive procedure, it usually does not require seda­ tion and, as a result, may be more uncomfortable-though it is certainly not painful. And it also requires clearing the bowels so the lining can be clearly visualized on the monitor. Becoming available only recently is an alternative known as virtual colonoscopy. Rather than using the scope to explore the bowel, this method uses x-ray, CT and MRI technology to construct two- and three-dimensional images. Virtual colonoscopy is not widely available, however, and results have not been found as consistently reliable. In addition, this procedure re­ quires the same bowel clean­ ing preparation plus insertion of air into the colon-which can cause discomfort. In the future, there will undoubtedly be ways of screening that eliminate both ' the probing and the prepara- • tion...but none of these are ap­ proved and available today. One major advantage of colonoscopy is that when a , cancerous or precancerous polyp is detected, it can be removed or biopsied on the spot. Larger cancers may re­ quire surgery to remove a section of the colon, and this would be performed at a later time. Follow-up colonoscopies are then required to check for recurrence. Colonoscopy carries a slight risk of puncturing or damaging the wall of the co­ lon, and it's more expensive than sigmoidoscopy or bari­ um enema. But the procedure gives a clearer picture of all abnormalities in the large in­ testine and is unquestionably the most reliable screening test for colon and rectal can­ cer. Moreover, if results are normal, it can be performed less frequently. Polyps gen­ erally take about five years to develop, and another five years to become cancerous. So normal results from a colo­ noscopy offers the patient a pretty clean bill of health for the cplpn for about 10 years. In fact, one study found that individuals with negative findings on colonoscopy-even 20 years previously-had a 74 percent lower risk than those without previous colonoscopy. Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurers pay for a colonoscopy once every 10 years for persons who qualify. Deep in her heart, Pam knows it is the right thing to do. Information provided by HealthWire M uflAshe Memorial Hospital Andrew Warren of Winston Salem Won the World's Biggest Stocking at Empire Chrgster Jeep bodge in Witkesboro. He Was entered bg Connie Clark, his 0 great-grandma from Purlear. % �PAGE 14 FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Red Cross Blood Mobile at New River VFD January 21 School Lunch Menu Jan. 8 -12 Monday: Taco w/ shredded let­ tuce & cheese, Retried Beans, Salsa, Graham Crackers, Applesause, Milk Tuesday: Turkey Roast, Green peas, Mashed Potatoes, Biscuit, Fruit, Milk Wednesday: Corn Dog, Mac & Cheese, Carrot Cole Slaw, Fruit, Milk Thursday: Cheeseburger on Bun, Lettuce & Tomato, Pickles & Onions, Curly Fries, Fruit Cup, Milk Friday: Pizza, Tossed Salad, Apple, Cookie, Milk Saturday, January 6 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic moun­ tain? What is Amphibolite any­ way? Meet a ranger for a 1.3mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. Sunday, January 7 y id< 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My PeopleThink: Common Objections to Christianity": "Is Christianity a Manmade Religion?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship ser­ vices are at 11 am on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson History; Meet at Park Office. Today Mt. Jefferson is a State Park and a National Natural Area. Why did this mountain become a park and who owns it today? Meet at the park office and explore some of the stories and photos from the past. This program will include a drive to the park's overlooks and an optional 3 tenths of a mile hike to the summit tower at 4683 above sea level. Bring a coat and boots if you plan to hike. 6 p.m.: Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs invites you to join them for a night of old fash­ ioned worship with special guests, Free Indeed, from Winston Salem, N.C. The con­ cert is free, and a love offer­ ing will be collected for the group. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at 336-9824840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at 336-982-4743. Monday, January 8 6:30 p.m.: The Disabled American Veterans will have ther dinner meeting at the VFW building on Ashe Park Road in Jefferson. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, the Club will discuss projects and programs for 2007. Members and other interested persons are urged to attend. Come and see what Ruritan plans to do for the community. For more information, call 982-9538. 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. Daniel Piatt and Reid Smithdeal, counselors with New River Behavioral HealthCare will present a program on Recovery Initiatives dealing with Medication Management and Psychosocial Family Education. The public is invited to attend. Tuesday, January 9 6:30 p.m.: Watauga Paddlers Roll Sessions sponsored by: Chetola Resort in Blowing Rock. Sessions will start Tuesday, January 9 and con­ tinue each Tuesday until April 24th, from 6:30 p.m. til 9 p.m. The format is open - in other words you can arrive and leave any time during the session. There is no formal program or instruction, but boaters usually help each other out. Charge: A $1 per session donation will help defray the costs of keep­ ing up the website and pur­ chasing honorariums for the staff at the pool. A $5 donation will cover an individual as a "season pass" for all of the ses­ sions. There will be a donation jar at each session. Donations are voluntary and on the honor system. Thursday, January 11 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screening at Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744 Saturday, January 13 6:30 p.m.: Peak Creek Church of the Brethren In Laurel Springs will have a singing. The featured sing­ ers will be The Elliott Brothers and Glenda, and The Gospel Travelers. Everyone is welcome to come and fellowship. Sunday, January 14 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "How Can We Reconcile Faith and Hypocrisy?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We cur­ rently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship services are at 11am on Sundays. Dress is casu­ al and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org Monday, January 15 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family Central Conference Room. Call 846-0781 for more infor­ mation. 6:30 p.m.: The VFW will haive their dinner meeting in the Hut on Ashe Park Road in Jefferson. Tuesday, January 16 6 p.m.: The New River Behavioral HealthCare Consumer and Family AdvisoryCommitteeMeeting: For more information call Carolyn Greene (Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Liasion) at 828-264-9007. The public is invited to attend. Friday, January 19 y Se 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Saturday, January 20 7 a.m.: Special Siblings Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Designed to help prepare young children for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734. I p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike: Meet at Mount Jefferson picnic shelter. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecological interconnec­ tions and energy exchangers that make life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a vari­ ety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Wear stur­ dy shoes. Sunday, January 21 II a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Why Would a Loving God Allow Suffering?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We cur­ rently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship services are at 11am on Sundays. Dress is casu­ al and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 12:30 p.m.: The American Red Cross will have a Blood Mobile at New River Volunteer Fire Dept. from 12:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. For an appointment call 982-3171. Walk-ins welcome. All blood types are in great need. 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic moun­ tain? What is Amphibolite any­ way? Meet a ranger for a 1.3mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplimental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breastfeeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of 5:30 p.m.: "Are You Tough age, and meet certain eligibility Enough -100 Man Campaign" guidelines, you may qualify to - Meeting will focus on depres­ participate in the WIC Program. sion in men. At Fletcher WIC is a special supplemental Memorial Baptist Church in food program that provides Jefferson. 846-0781 individually prescribed pakages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ you qualify to participate in the sors January sermon series WIC program or know someone entitled "Let My People who does; contact 246-2013. Think: Common Objections Prenatal Education for Latino to Christianity": "Is Families at Ashe County Christianity 'Right' and All Health Dept. Classes are held Other Religions "Wrong ?" from 10a.m.-12 p.m., and meet FaithBridge is a new United monthly through December. For Methodist church in Blowing More information, call Isabel Rock. We currently worship Spencer at 246-9449 at the Blowing Rock School Look Good...Feel Better at Auditorium on Sunset Drive in AMH Mt. Hearts. For women Blowing Rock (former home undergoing cancer treatment. of the Blowing Rock Stage Free information, a make­ Company). Our worship ser­ up kit, and skin care will be vices are at 11am on Sundays. provided. To find out more, call Dress is casual and child care 846-0781. is provided. Questions? Call The Ashe County Worship 295-8333 or visit www.faith- Center will be temporarily bridgeumc.org meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information 11 a.m.: ACT Against Cancer you may call the Ashe County Annual Planning Meeting Worship Center at: (336) 846at Ashe Family Central in the 1189 large Conference Room. Call Ashe County Parks and 846-0781 Recreation is considering 2 p.m.: New River State hosting a youth boys' and girls' Park 221 Access. Celebrate 7th & 8th grade basketball Southern Appalachian music league. This is in response to with local musicians as they requests from the community play traditional, Old Time and and from the expressed Bluegrass. All musicians are concern that this age group welcome, so bring your instru­ has recreation needs that ment and join in, or bring a aren't being met. We wish chair and enjoy the entertain­ to provide an opportunity for ment. Participants will meet at this age group to play in an the Community Building from 2 organized league that is well p.m. to 4 p.m. All programs are run. Because of the extensive free and open to the public. management of such a league, 7 p.m.: Session V of the we want to make sure that Childbirth/Newborn Care there is enough interest in the Classes continues through community to justify having this January 16th at Ashe Memorial league. If you or anyone you Hospital. 2007 series begins know is interested in playing February 6th. Classes are held in this league please contact on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Tuesday, January 23 Sunday, January 28 Wednesday, January 31 Ongoing Events Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteerFire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March. Begining January 6, at 7 p.m. The County Roads Mobile Pharmacy is still serving Ashe County! All prescriptions are now being filled in Boone, at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition (located at the old health department building off Bamboo Road). Medication pick up days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Clients can call in their prescription refills at 828-262162, or doctors can fax new prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every first and third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. continued on page 15 TAX LISTING TIME As before, all owners of taxable property except tagged motor vehicles, must submit a listing to the Tax Assessor during the month of January. Also anyone making improvements or changes to real property this past year must report those changes to the Tax Assessor during the month of January. Failure to submit a timely listing will result in penalties in addition to the taxes owed. Listing forms will be mailed the end of December and listings will be accepted beginning January 2nd. Listing forms will only be sent to those individuals who listed personal property in the previous year. New business owners or anyone not receiving a listing form who has personal property to list or changes in real property to report may obtain a form at the Tax Assessor's office. All listing forms must be returned to the Assessor's office or postmarked by January 31 to avoid a 10% late listing penalty. Any person or business who needs an extension of time to complete their tax listing must request an extension by January 31, 2007. Such a request must be in writing and extensions will be granted for no longer than April 15, 2007. For anyone needing assistance in listing, you may come to the Tax Assessor's office Monday - Friday between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., or call 219-2554. The Assessor's office is located in Suite 2200 of the new Courthouse in Jefferson. Persons who are either at least 65 years old or totally and permanently disabled, may apply for an exemption which will be the greater of 50% of the appraised value of their residence or $20,000. To qualify you must be a permanent resident of Ashe County and your disposable income must not exceed $20,500. If you are totally and permanently disabled a doctor's statement is required. If you have already applied and are receiving this exemption another application is not necessary unless your residence, income, or disability status has changed. If you need to apply, you may obtain an application at the Tax Assessor's office. The deadline for this application is June 1, 2007. REMEMBER - Real property is no longer required to be listed annually. Only improvements or changes to real property must be reported. - All taxable personal property except tagged motor vehicles must be listed in January as before. - Forms will only be sent to those who listed personal property the previous year. - New business owners that do not receive a listing form should contact the Assessor's office for instructions. - Anyone with questions may call 219-2554, or come by the Assessor's office in the new Courthouse. - Return or postmark all forms by January 31st to avoid a late listing penalty of 10%. Keith Little County Assessor Telephone (336)219-2554 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 PAGE 15 COMMUNITY EVENTS Shrine club meets every third Monday continued from page 14 BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, small furniture, and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640, next to The Gap Hair Salon, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. Angels In the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Come enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-1377. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina at 336-982-4416. Riverview Learning Center is offering computer classes and more. To register or for details, call 385-1338. Riverview Community Thrift Store will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday night Pickin' and Jammin' will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 10 p.m. Riverview Community Center is located in Creston. West Jefferson Community Partnership meets the fourth Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at West Jefferson Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in the revitalization of our community is invited. Greater Fleetwood Preservation Organization announces its regularly scheduled meetings, occurring on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center® Fleetwood Library, entrance on Railroad Grade Road just off Hwy 221. Area residents are invited to come be a part of the future of Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care aboliY their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. Anyone interested please join them on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Call 336-386-6650 with questions. Ashe County Democratic Party meets every fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 846-9068. Prenatal Education Curriculum, Fridays at 6 p.m. for Latino families at Ashe Family Central. The program is offered in four sessions, through December. Transportation and childcare is available. For more information call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449. Survivors of Domestic Violence meet in a confidential setting on the 2nd Monday and 4th Tuesday night of each month from 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Group counseling is offered for women and their children at one of these groups each month. Childcare is provided. There is no charge to attend. Please call A.S.H.E. at 9828851 for more details. Ashe County Republican Party meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Ashe County Library downstairs conference room. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call (336) 982-9585. GED (General Educational Development) or High School Diploma program announces the Ashe Center of Wilkes Community College sponsors free-of-charge classes at three different locations with scheduled hours that accommodate everyone's schedule. For more information call 336-846-3900. AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Ashe County Unity Group meets at the Jefferson United Methodist Church at 115 E. Main St. The entrance is in the rear. The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on Monday and Thursday. For more information or to speak to an AA member, call 982-2641. For meeting information in surrounding counties, call (828) 262-1212. Veterans of Foreign Wars would like to invite any eligible veteran to come join their post. They meet every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. They are located on Ashe Park Road in the red, white, and blue building just below the park. For more information please call Mark Mallette at 982-9511 or Jim Bailey at 982-5814. Play Groups at Family Central are as follows: Adventurers of the Mind, Thursday mornings from 10 a.m. - noon. Three and four year olds participate with a parent or other care giver in age appropriate activities t6 build relationships and foster a love of learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. Young Explorers meets on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. - noon. This is for two and three year olds joining together with a parent or other care giver for fun and learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. MOMS Play Group meets Fridays 10 - noon and is for children under seven and their moms or dads. This is an open play group. Moms have time to chat while they play with their youngsters. Me and My Dad meets every third Saturday from 10 - noon. Children under seven with their dads meet for an open play group. Dads can spend quality time with their kids while giving mom time for herself. All these play groups are free and open to the public. For more information, call Maribeth at 982-4311, ext. 229. Cancer Survivor's Group is open to any woman who has or has had cancer. Meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday evening of each month. There is lots of companionship and humor. Come make new friends, share information and renew your spirit. For further information contact Jean Colvard at 336-982-2445.lf a daytime meeting is better for you, contact Mary Caryl Elmore at 336-246-7567. Free Internet and e-mail classes are offered every Tuesday and Thursday between 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Public Access Internet Site in the JobLink Career Center at Family Central (the old Ashe Central High School) in Jefferson. Ashe County Alzheimer's Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Ashe Services for Aging. Call 246-2461 for info or 877-9332 for details. Better Breaths Club meets the last Tuesday of each month from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the AMH Mt. Hearts Facility. This club is for people with respiratory problems who want to learn more about living with their disease. Contact Lincare at 246-4944. Ashe County Arts Council meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. Call 846-ARTS for more information. Parent Support Group at Family Central meets Tuesday evenings, 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. with snacks and quality childcare provided, free and open to the public. Come share concerns and ideas with other parents, and learn helpful strategies. For more information, please contact Maribeth Pierce at 982-4311 ext. Pets need dental care too (MS) - The mouth is a mir­ ror that reflects the health of the rest of the body, and for good oral hygiene, the Ameri­ can Dental Association rec­ ommends adults brush twice a day. Researchers have found that periodontitis is linked to other health problems, such as cardiovascular disease, stroke and bacteria pneumo­ nia. Many pet owners don't realize the steps they take in maintaining good oral health should also be applied to their canine and feline companions, and effective plaque control can prevent a large percent­ age of pet periodontitis cases. To help, Hill's Pet Nutri­ tion Inc., maker of Prescrip­ tion Diet® and Science Diet® brand pet foods, is pleased to continue sponsorship of National Pet Dental Health Month along with the Ameri­ can Veterinary Medical As- • sociation, American Veteri­ nary Dental Society (AVDS), the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry, the American Vet­ erinary Dental College, Acad­ emy of Veterinary Dental Technicians. National Pet Dental Health Month is celebrated each Feb­ ruary to educate pet owners and veterinary health care team members on the impor­ tance of routine pet dental check-ups and home care maintenance options. These options include frequent brushing, routinely checking a pet's teeth and gums, and feeding specialized daily nu­ trition like Hill's® Prescrip­ tion Diet® t/d® Canine and Feline pet foods. "Dental disease is the number one diagnosed dis­ ease in our patients. When pet owners begin the road to proper oral health care, den­ tal problems can be identi­ fied and corrected, making life healthier for the pet and happier for the pet owner," says Brook Niemiec, D.V.M., DAVDC, FAVD, at Dog Beach Dentistry in San Diego. According to the AVDS, it is estimated that more than 80 percent of dogs and cats over the age of four show signs of oral disease, often indicated by bad breath, a change in eating or chewing habits, pawing at the face and mouth, and depression. If inflammation of the gum is left untreated, the bone around the roots of teeth can begin to deteriorate, and as the bone tissue is destroyed, teeth may become loose or fall out. Eventually, the infec­ tion can cause receding gums and tooth loss and may enter the bloodstream, potentially affecting the heart, liver and kidneys. "Oral care is all about inclinic treatment coupled with pet owners taking an active role to provide daily oral hy­ giene for their pets at home," said Patricia Dominguez, LVT at Shaker Veterinary Hospi­ tal, PC. in Latham, N.Y. "We take care of our health. We take care of our cars. It is im­ perative we take the time to give the same care to our pet's oral health." Every visit to your vet­ erinarian should include dia­ logue regarding your pet's dental health. For more infor­ mation on proper pet dental care, contact your veterinar­ ian and visit PetDental.com. Attention Medicare beneficiaries: PARTNERS Medicare Advantage plans offer $0 monthly premium plans! Want to learn more? This meeting is for you! Monday, January 8 11:30 a.m. Thursday, January 11 11:30 a.m. Prime Sirloin 825 E. Main St. , Jefferson (US 421 to US 221) Fire Mountain, formerly Ryan's Steakhouse 1917 US Hwy 421 Business Wilkesboro (near Walmart) Presentation designed for prospects Do you want your GED? 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PARTNERS does not discriminate based on color, religion, national origin, age, race, gender, disability, handicap, sexual orientation, genetic information, source of payment or health status as defined by CMS. All qualified Medicare beneficiaries may apply. You must be entitled to Medicare Part A and enrolled in Medicare Part B, and reside in the CMS-approved service area. TM Mark of PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc. 'With no obligation H3404_2443,9/11/06 H3449.2443,9/11/06 U4037.9/06 MAIL THIS COUPON to receive FREE INFORMATION by mail, with no obligation. A Sales Representative May Contact You by Phone. Name Address City Date of Birth Phone ( / / ST • Male • Female Email Address NC Zip J Mail to: PARTNERS. P.O. Box J 7509, Winston-Salem, N.C. 27199-3776 �PAGE 16 FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST LIGHTER SIDE Salome's stars ARIES (March 21 to April 19) A hectic period begins to wind down. Take time to draw some deep breaths and relax before getting into your next project. A long-absent family member makes contact. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You're eager to move for­ ward with a new challenge that suddenly dropped in your lap. But you'd be wise to take this one step at a time to allow new developments to come through. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You're almost ready to make a commitment. A lin­ gering doubt or two, however, should be resolved before you move ahead. An associate could provide important an­ swers. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Caution is still the watch­ word as you move closer to­ ward a decision about a new situation. If you act too hast­ ily, you might miss some vital warning signs. Go slowly and stay alert. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Your new goal looks promis­ ing, and your golden touch does much to enhance its prospects for success. In your private life, Cupid does his best to make your new rela- . tionship special. VIRGO (August 23 to Sep­ tember 22) That impatient side of yours is looking to goad you into moving before you're ready to take that big step. Stay calm and cool. Let things fall into place before you act. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A legal matter you hoped could finally be set­ tled could be a pesky problem for a while, until all the par­ ties agree to stop disagreeing with each other. Be patient. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Partnerships — personal or professional -which began before the new year take on new importance. They also reveal some pre­ viously hidden risks. So be warned. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Your asso­ ciates are firmly on your side, and that persistent problem that has caused you to delay some activities should soon be resolved to your satisfac­ tion. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Favorable changes continue to dominate, and you should be respond­ ing positively as they emerge. Someone wants to become more involved in what you're doing. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A friend wants to share a secret that could answer some questions you've wondered about for a long time. Meanwhile, travel aspects continue to be strong. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Stay on your new course despite so-called wellmeaning efforts to discourage you. Rely on your deep sense of self-awareness to guide you to do what's right for you. BORN THIS WEEK: You have the capacity to meet challenges that others might find overwhelming, and turn them into successful ven­ tures. 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Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0105 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., January 5, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com/" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-01-05 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/6c79fac03f346ce3e19bb08dfdc08cad.pdf 0501e4717335c2b13e078139e219f49f PDF Text Text • Lady Huskies split two games Tuesday page 6 January 9, 2007 • Varsity men lose two close ones 500 page 6 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com • Futsal League results SERVING ASIIE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 81, Issue 3 page 7 2 busted for bad checks by Jim Thompson Editor A trail of stolen checks finally caught up with the people who were allegedly writing them. On Monday, Sheriff James Williams announced the ar­ rest of Thomas Lee Severt, 25, of Jefferson, and Melanie Raynell Surber, 22, of West Jefferson. Severt is charged with at least 20 counts of forgery of endorsement and uttering forged instruments, while the court calendar shows Surber charged with one count of forgery of en­ dorsement and one count of uttering a forged instrument. These alleged incidents in­ volved a checkbook stolen from a Jefferson woman. "They are charged with using these checks in the county, in Jefferson and West Jefferson and in Alleghany County," Williams said. He indicated law enforcement agencies in the towns and Alleghany were preparing to file addi­ tional warrants against the two suspects. In addition to these charg- es, Severt is charged with misdemeanor larceny. He is alleged to have stolen a bill­ fold at Parkway Restaurant in Glendale Springs on Dec. 15, and taking $300 in cash from it. According to Williams, the two suspects "used the mon­ ey they obtained for the pur­ chase of methamphetamine and other drugs." At press time, Severt was being held in the county jail under $51,000 secured bond, and Surber was being held there under a $50,000 se­ cured bond. Det. Peyton Colvard was the arresting officer in the cases. Both suspects are sched­ uled to appear in district court on Jan. 11. Severt was released from prison on Jan. 27, 2006, af­ ter serving almost four years for a series of incidents in­ volving worthless checks in 2001. According to records of the N.C. Department of Cor­ rection, this was Surber's first arrest. First Ashe native in Senate since '63 Post photo by Jim Thompson Judge Phil Ginn (right) administered the oath of office to Sen. Steve Goss. Phyllis Goss, the senator's wife, held the Bible for the ceremony in Ashe County courthouse on Saturday. Goss, who grew up in Ashe, is the first native of the county to serve in the N.C. Senate since IraT. Johnston in 1963. Goss' swearing in drew over 150 people to the courthouse, filling the large courtroom. Among those present were county commissioners from Ashe, Watauga, Wilkes, and Alexander counties, as well as a number of sheriffs and other elected officials. Goss, the first Democrat to represent the county since 1994, pledged to act on behalf of all citizens, without regard to party. The retired Baptist minister overcame long odds in the heav­ ily Republican 45th Senate District. "Most people thought he had no chance," said Goss's daughter Kelly Sechrest. "It took a lot of hard work by a lot of people, but here we are today." CullieTarleton of Watauga, the county's new representative in the House, will take his oath this Saturday at Watauga County courthouse in Boone. West Jefferson aldermen plan three-way stop by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Motorists will soon have to slow their speed on Sec­ ond Avenue in West Jefferson as the town plans to create a three-way stop at the inter­ section with State Street. Also known as the back street and railroad avenue, Second Avenue can be a busy roadway with large trucks unloading at several busi­ nesses, an increasing number of visitors to Ashe County Public Library, an expand­ ing farmers market, several intersections, and motorists often traveling this pathway to avoid the traffic lights on Jefferson Avenue. Some of that traffic on Sec­ ond Avenue has been notice­ ably exceeding the 20 mile per hour speed limit, and the town government and police department are concerned about potential accidents and injuries to drivers and pedestrians as well as liabil­ ity to the town. The concern opposed, saying that the is especially noted at the in­ amount of traffic and trucks tersection with State Street, unloading makes it difficult a short side street from Jef­ for motorists to go very fast ferson Avenue that comes out and such a three-way stop at the Parsons Farm business would be confusing. Town Manager Greg Mcand has no signs or warnings to yield or stop. Ginnis said he has done re Because of a building that search on the multi-stop blocks the view of vehicles intersection, similar to the traveling north on Second Av­ one in front of Badger Fu­ enue, motorists coming out of neral Home at the east end State Street must pull partly of Main Street, and statistics into the roadway to look for show that the very confusion oncoming traffic. And there is of such an intersection slows no warning sign for them to traffic and makes motorists stop or yield. more cautious, thereby pre­ To remedy this situation, venting accidents. The East the West Jefferson Board of Main Street and School Av­ Aldermen decided at their enue intersection operates last meeting to install stop with a warning light. The signs on Second Avenue on board decided that stop signs either side of the intersection would be tested on Second Av­ with State Street and an­ enue for the three-way stop at other on State Street, along State Street. with painting white lines to Alderman Jerry McMil­ indicate the area at which to lan said he has been guilty of taking Second Avenue to stop. The board voted four to one avoid the traffic on Jefferson with Alderman Calvin Green See Stop, page 5 High Country Youth Min­ istries will be holding an Ashe Youth Talent Search Night on Saturday, Jan. 13, starting at 5 p.m. with a va­ riety of performing bands and much more at the Ashe County High School Audito­ rium. Groups already confirmed for the event include: Conse­ crated, Rescued, Young Land­ marks, Friendship Youth and Abby Sullivan. The event is tentatively scheduled to end around 9 p.m. The event is being held so the community and young people will have a great opportunity to praise God through music and song with local bands and per­ formers. The desire of High Coun­ try Youth Ministries (HCYM) Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson will be the site of the annual community cel­ ebration honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m. Community members and students will be reading es­ says, speeches and tributes in honor of Dr. King and his teachings of peace, unity and equality in our society. The historically famous "I Have a Dream" speech will be read as well as other significant selections appropriate to the life and times of Dr. King. Diane Bryan, the music director of the Associational Baptist Church, will be lead­ ing music presented by the church's choir. The audience will be invited to sing "We See King, page 5 By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpo8t.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Post photo by Linda Burchette This intersection of Second Avenue (the back street) and State Street in West Jefferson will soon have stop signs halting traffic in all directions at a three-way stop in an effort to improve safety and slow motorists' speed. Youth Talent Search set for Saturday at high school celebration Monday Contact Us mmM Children's Trust Fund Dinner set The 5th Annual Children's Trust Fund Dinner, Dance and Auction fundraiser will be held at Jeffer­ son Landing on Saturday, Feb. 10, beginning at 6:30 p.m. with dinner and ending with dancing to the mu­ sic of White Chocolate -The Band until midnight. All proc eeds from the dinner, dance, and auction go to benefit the Ashe County Children's Trust Endowment Fund. The Ashe County Children's Trust Endowment is devoted to support Ashe County Partnership for Children (ACPC) and Ashe County 4-H programs. The Endowment Committee strives to build a per­ manent unrestricted endowment which will provide direct financial resources for programs conducted by Ashe County 4-H and Ashe County Partnership for is to present the gospel of Jesus Christ through spe­ cial events that the group believes Christian teens will be excited to invite their non-Christian friends to at­ tend. High Country Youth Min­ istries, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization that supports local youth by presenting God's love through outreach, service, support, and inno­ vative events and activities. Committee members are: Dwight and Kathy Shep­ herd, Mike Powers, Randy and Sandy Rhodes, Bob and Laura Calhoun, Tom and Laniece Davis, Greg Melanie Jones, Michetfe Graybeal, Kristi Lewis -and Fawn Roark. The first event /field by Children to enrich the quality of life for all children in Ashe County. The Endowment Fund is: • An Endowment Fund established to benefit chil­ dren in programs provided through Ashe County 4-H and Partnership for Children. • Serves children birth to 19 years of age. , 'Funds contributed to the endowment are invest­ ed to insure support for years to come for children's programs in Ashe County. •All funds go directly into the endowment and benefit children directly. •Some things made possible since its creation: evacuation cribs for infants in day care setting; gar­ den supplies for children gardening projects; camp scholarships; college applications for migrant stu­ HCYM was tie free Hyper Static Union concert last August. Hyper Static Union, a Christian rock band, was first discovered by Third Day when mutual friends on the West Coast shared HSU's early demos with the fframmy-winning band High Country Youth Ministries was organized yt the spring of 2006. A cop^ert is also be­ ing plannedJor March 3 fea­ turing DerfmberRadio along with Se^ nth Day Slumber. one interested in per­ forming at Saturday's event uld call Randy Rhodes t 336-384-2831 or 336-9771121. For more information about High Country Youth Ministries, contact Director Dwight Shepherd at 3844671. dents; physical education programs and equipment; and counseling sessions for children of domestic violence. For additional information on the endow­ ment and how to obtain tickets for this great night' of dinner, dancing and fun, call (336) 219-2650 or (336) 982-4588. Correction The names and ages of thedaughters of Charles and Peggy Sturgill of West Jefferson were misidentified in last Friday's edition of the Post. Charles and Peggy Sturgill are the parents of Ashe Memorial Hospital's first baby of 2007. Greyson Dallas Montana Sturgill was born at 7:24 a.m. New Year's Day. He joins sisters India, 11, and Chelsey, 14. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Margaret Corine Phipps Bower Jefferson July 9, 1922 December 29, 2006 Margaret Corine Phipps Bower, age 84 of Jefferson, died Friday, December 29 at her residence. Memorial services were held, Monday, January 1, 2007 at 2 pkn. at the Jefferson United Aethodist Church with Dr. l\eith Franklin and David VanHoy officiating. The Bower family received friends from 12:30 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior to the services at the church. Mrs. Bower was born July 9, 1922 in Ashe County to the late Rufus and Trula Cox Phipps. She was married to the late Pell Bower in Decem­ ber of 1945. She was a mem­ ber of the Jefferson United Wade A. Bare West Jefferson December 6,1921 January 3, 2007 Mr. Wade A. Bare, age 85, of West Jefferson, died Wednes­ day evening, January 3, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held on Friday, January 5, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Gregg Plott and Rev. Billy Joe Blevins officiating. Entombment followed in the Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Mausoleum with military rites. The family received friends from 12:30 p.m. -2 p.m. on Friday, prior to the fu­ Methodist Church. She was a retired Public Health Nurse. Margaret is survived by two sons; David Bower and Jane Smyre of Fleetwood, and Dickie Bower and wife Brenda of Greensboro; one daughter; Jane Ann Coe and husband Scott of Boone; four grandchildren, Jason and Becky Bower of Greensboro, Erin Bower and fiance Phil Henry of Greensboro; Corbin and Bower Coe of Boone. The family requests that memorials be made to the Jefferson United Methodist Church Building Fund or to High Country Health Care Hospice, P.O. Box 421, Jeffer­ son, NC 28640 Boone Family Funeral Home & Cremation Servic­ es of West Jefferson was in charge of the arrangements. neral service. Mr. Bare was born in Ashe County on Tuesday, Decem­ ber 6,1921 to the late Thomas Jones Bare and Minnie Eliza­ beth Liddle Bare. He was selfemployed in Refrigeration Repair Service. He is survived by his wife, Alice Weaver Bare; two daughters, Brenda Wolf, of Raleigh, NC and Allison Sturgill and husband, Tommy, of West Jefferson; two brothers, Paul Bare and Welldon Bare, both of West Jefferson; a sis­ ter, Grace Crawford, of North Wilkesboro; three grand­ children; several nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Smethport United Methodist Church, PO Box 187, Warrensville, NC 28693 or to American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd. Suite 1010, Rockville, MD 20852. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home is in charge of these ar­ rangements. Our obituaries are. available on-line at Jeffersonpost.com ^ Byrl Jean Powers Miller West Jefferson October 12, 1931 January 1, 2007 Mrs. Byrl Jean Powers Miller, age 75, of West Jeffer­ son, died Monday, January 1, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at 8 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Cha­ pel with Rev. JD Walton and Rev. Reeves Jones officiating. Graveside services were held on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at 10 a.m. at Hart, Ham, Mill­ er, Jones Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mrs. Miller was born in Blanche Miller Landreth West Jefferson May 22, 1918 January 3, 2007 Blanche Miller Landreth age 88 of West Jefferson, NC, died Wednesday, January 3, 2007 at Sunbridge of Allegha­ ny. She was born in the Obids community on May 22, 1918 to the late James Commodore and Matelia Calloway Miller. She was preceded in death by her husband Alton Landreth. Mrs. Landreth excelled in the art of homemaking and decorating. She built houses in the 60's and built her own home in 1984 when she was 66 years old. A brochure was written by her entitled "The Calloway's at Calloway Gap". Memorial services were held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Janu­ ary 7, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Ashe County on Monday, Oc­ tober 12, 1931 to the late Elzie and Ina Shepherd Reedy Powers. She worked as a Waitress. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clen A Miller and a daughter, Rita Calhoun on February 20, 1999. She is survived by three sons, Allen Miller and wife, Audrey, of Lansing, Sammy Miller and wife, Angie, of Lau­ rel Springs and Tony Miller, of West Jefferson; three daughters, Grace Paisley, of Jefferson, Freda Keasey, of West Jefferson and Patsy Lewis and husband, Denver, of Lansing; a half-brother, Reaber Powers, of Winchester, PA; seven grandchildren, Shane Paisley, Shalane Dillard, Shannon Trivett, Jamie Richardson, Teresha Lewis, Tera Shaw and Nicole Frasure; four great-grandchil­ dren, Taylor Trivett, Cody Dillard, Hunter Dillard and Solmon Shaw; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web"site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson was in charge of these arrange­ ments. Varen Walker officiated. She rests at the Calloway Ceme­ tery in West Jefferson. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Ashe Humane Soci­ ety, PO Box 1776 West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. Mrs. Landreth is survived by: two daughters, Penelope Landreth Chester of Ennice, NC and Rebecca Jacks of Blairsville, GA; one brother, Fred Miller of Charlotte, NC; one sister, Dorothy Miller of West Jefferson, NC; two grandchildren, Rebecca Chester of Laramie, WY and Sean Mayes of Kings Moun­ tain, NC; two great grand­ children, Joshua Wade and Colton Mayes You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. William Thomas Bumgarner Fleetwood August 5, 1923 January 2, 2007 William Thomas Bumgar­ ner, better known as "Bill", age 83, of Fleetwood, died Tuesday, January 2, 2007 at his residence. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 5, 2007 at 11:00 am at Boone Family Funeral Home Cha­ pel with Rev. Chris Cox and Rev. Gary Watson officiating. Burial will follow in the Big Flatts Baptist Church Cem­ etery with military rites. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 pm on Thursday, January 4, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Bumgarner was born in Ashe County on August 5, 1923 to the late Joseph London Bumgarner and the late Mary Elizabeth Jor­ dan Bumgarner. He was a member of Big Flats Baptist Church where he served as deacon, Sunday school teach­ er and superintendent. He was also a charter member of the Fleetwood Volunteer Fire William Carlos Mullens Millers Creek September 26,1940 January 6, 2007 Mr. William Carlos Mul­ lens, age 66, of Meadow Drive, Millers Creek, died Saturday at Forsyth Medical Center. Mr. Mullis was born Septem­ ber 26, 1940 in Ashe County to Turner Monroe and Myrtie Shepherd Mullis. He was a Department and a member of the Army and served during World War II. He was preced­ ed in death by his wife Doro­ thy Lee Jordan Bumgarner on August 20, 2005. Mr. Bumgarner is survived by, two daughters, Anita El­ liott and husband Tom of Fleetwood, Janet Par­ sons and husband Junior of Fleetwood, two brothers, Clarence Bumgarner, Grover Bumgarner, one sister, Fannie Moretz all of Lenoir, three grandchildren, Nathan and wife Beth Elliott, Adam and wife Cara Elliott, Katie parsons all of Fleetwood, two great-grandchildren, Jessica Elliott, Drake Elliott both of Fleetwood several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to the family c/o Boone Family Funeral Home, PO Box 786, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may send your con­ dolences to the family at our website www.boonefuneralhome.com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson was entrusted with Mrs. Bumgarner's arrangements. member of Cricket Baptist Church. Surviving are his wife, Jewel Mullis of the home; one son, William David Mullis and wife Toni of Burlington; two daughters, Lisa Phillips and husband Mitchell of Erwin, Tenn., Darlene Spears of Millers Creek; six grandchil­ dren; three great grandchil­ dren. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 9, 2007 at Cricket Baptist Church with the Rev. Dean Rector, Mr. Mitch Phillips and the Dr. Monroe Huffman officiating. The body will be placed in the church at 1:30 p.m., burial will be in Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family was at Miller Funeral Service from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday night. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the Ameri­ can Cancer Society, 2200 Lake Blvd., Atlanta, Georgia 30319. Diabetes comes in different form: No one ever wants their doctor to utter the word "dia­ betes." Unfortunately, such a diagnosis is more common than you might think, as 2005 alone witnessed 1.5 million new cases of diabetes in peo­ ple over the age of 20. Accord­ ing to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), 7 percent of the U.S. population suffers from diabetes, with nearly one-third of that number (6.2 million) unaware they have the disease. Such a high num­ ber of people unknovdngly having such a deadly disease makes recognizing tlWsymptoms of diabetes, botlrtype 1 and type 2, all the nrore im­ portant. Here are the distinctions between the typesAf diabetes and their respective warning signs and symptofns, courtesy nf the Cleveland Clinic, one the world's lar^st and busi­ est health cent* TYPE 1 DL4BETES Previously Known as juve­ nile diabetes,in type 1 diabe­ tes, the body does not produce insulin. Insulin enables the body to use sugar, which, in turn,vacts as fuel for a body's cells. Insulin's chief func­ tion is to take sugar from the blood and hito the cells. Those suffering fro^ type 1diabetes are most ofteVchildren and young adults, and will likely exhibit one, if not iWe, of the following symptoms:' • Increased thirst.' notice your child or one is regularly thirsty, when he hasn't eaten or haa, just had a drink, this could indicate the onset of type 1 dia­ betes. Dry mouth is a similar indicator and also is a chief symptom of type 1 diabetes. • Unexplained weight loss. This occurs even if your child or loved is eating regu­ larly and still feels hungry. A healthy child with a balanced diet should not be experienc­ ing significant weight loss unless he is making a life­ style change, so if your child is losing weight despite a pre­ viously healthy lifestyle and continued healthy diet, a trip to the doctor is in order. • Frequent urination. Nu­ merous trips to the bathroom should cause some concern. • Blurred vision. A tell­ tale sign of diabetes is the onset of eye problems, which are mainly characterized by blurred vision. If a trip to the eye doctor comes up empty, diabetes might be the culprit. • Fatigue. Feeling weak or tired is not a healthy charac­ teristic for a child or young adult. If you or a loved one is experiencing sluggishness or feelings of drowsiness, con­ sult a physician. • Headaches. Another symptom that should stand if a child is suffering it. Head­ aches generally don't plague children, so these should set off some alarm bells. Unfortunately, these symp­ toms will not always make diabetes apparent, as the dis­ ease does go undiagnosed in a great many patients. Side effects of type 1 diabetes are not pretty, either, so err on the side of caution should you see your child or loved one suffer­ ing from any of these symp­ toms. Among the side effects of type 1 diabetes is a greater chance of heart disease, in­ cluding a greater risk of heart attack and stroke thanks to poor circulation. Kidney dam­ age is also a frightening side effect of type 1 diabetes, as a sufferer's kidneys can suc­ cumb to nephropathy, a con­ dition where the kidneys are unable to filter out waste, leading to kidney failure. Nerve damage, an in­ creased likelihood of blind­ ness as well as other eye ailments and a host of foot complications are also comlon and painful side effects 'type 1 diabetes, making the disease's early diagnosis all the rhore helpful. TYPE 2 DIABETES The more common form of diabetes, type 2 diabetes oc­ curs when the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin that is produced. Type 2 is more com­ mon in African Americans, Latinos, Native Americans and Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders, according to the ADA. It is also the type most associated with the elderly. Symptoms of type 2 diabetes include the following: • Slow-healing sores or cuts. Cuts that continue to bleed along with sores that take prolonged periods oj time to heal are an indicatioi H tfivc t e yft t z A ij k t of something bigger, which could be type 2 diabetes. • Itchy skin. This is typi­ cally in the groin or vaginal yuvy al i i t t area, and persistent itchi­ ness should not be passed off merely as an annoying rash. • Recent weight gain. Un­ • like sufferers of type 1 dia­ betes, type 2 diabetes causes weight gain. If your eating and exercise habits have not changed yet you seem to be gaining weight, passing it off as part of the aging process can prove to be a fatal mis­ take. Such a gain should be reported to your physician, and a visit and further diag­ nosis is encouraged. • Numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. A chief problem many sufferers of di­ abetes exhibit is poor circula­ tion, a telltale sign of which is numbness in the extremities. • Decreased vision. Like those suffering from type 1 diabetes, sufferers of type 2 will experience problems with their eyesight. A devel­ oping inability to see things clearly is not necessarily a sign of old age, especially for younger people suffering from decreased vision. A trip to the eye doctor might be on call, but consulting a physician is a good precaution to take as well. Just like type 1 diabetes, type 2 has several negative consequences as well. For instance, even those who are doing their best to treat their type 2 diabetes might still suffer from hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar. Hypergly­ Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post cemia, or high blood glucose, Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 eventually affects all suffer­ ers of diabetes, regardless of type. This can result from a Gift. Subscription for... number of things, be it giving Name In Ashe County yourself too little insulin (for sufferers of type 1 diabetes) • $36.00 Address or having sufficient insulin, which is just proving ineffec­ Seniors In Ashe Co. tive (type 2). Unfortunately, no cure • $33.00 City. State exists for diabetes. Such Out-of-County (All) an alarming reality makes A Gift from: knowing these symptoms and • $46.50 Name taking them seriously, even if you feel you're in the best of 55s health, at all times an abso­ lute necessity. A Perfect Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2007 PAGE 3 ENTERTAINMENT Tickets for MerleFest 2007, the Americana Music Cel­ ebration Presented by Lowe's, are on sale now. Those with Internet access may acquire their tickets easily by visit­ ing www.merlefest.org and, if purchasing assigned seats at the Watson Stage, actually pick their seat location on line. Those without Internet access may purchase tickets by calling 1-800-343-7857 (US only) or 336-838-6267 (nonUS) weekdays. Tickets may also be ordered by fax (336838-6263) and mail (MerleF­ est; P.O. Box 120; Wilkesboro, NC 28697). Those interested in volunteering for MerleF­ est should call 336-838-6414. Vendor info: 336-838-6292. Sponsorship inquiries: 336838-6423. Festival coordinators pre­ viously announced an ex­ traordinary talent roster for MerleFest 2007, the 19th an­ nual festival in celebration of the music of the late Merle Watson and his father Doc Watson presented by Wilkes Community College on April 26 - 29, 2007 on its campus in Wilkesboro, NC. Among those previously announced as joining Doc Watson and Merle's son Richard Watson for MerleFest 2007 are Blue Highway; Sam Bush; Cherryholmes; Elvis Costello; John Cowan Band; Donna The Buffalo; Jerry Douglas; The Duhks; Bela Fleck; Paul Geremia; John Hammond; Doyle Lawson & Quicksil­ ver; Del McCoury Band; Nit­ ty Gritty Dirt Band; Peter Rowan & Tony Rice Quartet; Darrell Scott; the Legendary Earl Scruggs with Family & Friends; Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives; Pam Tillis; The Waybacks; and many others. MerleFest 2007 will also offer a very special performance by Tony Rice and Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Doug­ las: An evening of material from Tony's 35 year career on Saturday. Wilkes Community College has presented Mer­ leFest since 1988. Those with Internet access may acquire their tickets easily by visit­ ing www.merlefest.org. Those without Internet access may purchase tickets by calling 1-800-343-7857 (US only) or 336-838-6267 (non-US) from 10 AM through 4 PM, EST, weekdays. Tickets may also be ordered by fax (336-8386277) and mail (MerleFest; P.O. Box 1299; Wilkesboro, NC 28697). Those interested in volunteering for MerleF­ est should call 336-838-6414. Vendor info: 336-838-6292. Sponsor info: 336-838-6423. Turchin Center announces its 2007 Spring/Summer Season You've made it through the holidays and are bracing for the rest of winter. Wouldn't some nice blues, greens, and pinks cheer you up? Appa­ lachian State University's Turchin Center for the Visual Arts has just the bromide for your winter blahs: its 2007 Spring/Summer Season, fea­ turing the 86th National Watercolor Exhibition, Anne Kesler Shields' "Earthly De­ lights in the 21st Century," and "Watercolor Works from the Turchin Center's Perma­ nent Collection." Opening February 2 in Gal­ lery A, West Wing, is the Na­ tional Watercolor Society's 86th National Watercolor Exhibition. This annual trav­ eling exhibition was estab­ lished to present the best of water media painting. The exhibit will be open through March 17. Cheap Joe's Art Stuff is supplying an award gift packet to each exhibiting artist. Also opening February 2 is Earthly Delights in the 21st Century by Anne Kesler Shields and Watercolor Works from the Turchin Center's Permanent Collection. Through March 17, in Gal­ lery B, West Wing, find Watercolor Works from the Turchin Center's Permanent Collec­ tion. Special events associated with the first exhibits of the 2007 Spring/Summer Season include: •March 2, 7-9 p.m. -- Spring Exhibition reception in con­ junction with the Downtown Boone Art Crawl. The recep­ tion is free and a shuttle will be available from the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center from 6:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. •March 7, noon-1 p.m. Lunch and Learn! Students from the Department of Art's Visual Arts Guide course will lead a review of the 86th Na­ tional Watercolor Exhibition 2006. Bring a lunch, check in at the Turchin Center's main desk and learn more about this exhibition. Watch for more information on these 2007 Spring/Sum­ mer exhibits: •March 2-April 21, Catwalk Community Gallery: Walking History, Gwendolyn Nicole Allen •March 2-June 2, Main Gal­ lery, East Wing: The Graphic Imperative: International Posters of Peace, Social Jus­ tice and The Environment 1965-2005 •March 2-June 2, Mezzanine Gallery, East Wing: 4th Appa­ lachian Mountain Photogra­ phy Contest (AMPC) The Turchin Center is lo­ cated at 423 West King St., in Boone. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday, and noon-8 p.m., Friday. The Center is closed Sunday and Monday and ob­ serves all university holidays. There is no admission charge, although donations are grate­ fully accepted. "I Can't Stop Loving you" at the Walker Center The Bulgarian State Opera presents Aida at ASU January 23 Boone, NC— Giuseppe Verdi's operatic masterpiece Aida will be performed by the Bulgarian State Opera on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 8 pm, at Appalachian State Univer­ sity's Farthing Auditorium. The four-act opera will be sung in Italian with English super-titles. Aida is the story of forbidden love between the Egyptian leader Radames and the beautiful Ethiopian princess, Aida. Aida is cap­ tured and forced to be a slave to the Pharaoh's daughter, who is also in love with Ra­ dames. When the Ethiopian enemies headed by Aida's father invade Egypt, Aida is faced with the inner conflict of supporting her father or her beloved Radames. The opera was premiered at the Cairo Opera House in 1871 and was first performed at La Scala, Milan in 1872, conducted by Verdi himself. Performances in New York (1873) and at London's Covent Garden (1876) were con­ ducted by Bevignani. Established in 1996 by Ivan Kyurkchiev, the Bulgar­ ian State Academic Opera is based on the great traditions of the art of opera in Bulgaria and presents unique produc­ tions combining the best of the opera worlds of Bulgaria and all of Europe. The per­ formances of Bulgarian State Opera are co-productions of the major opera houses of Bul­ garia, theatres where many eminent singers started their world careers, including Gena Dimitrova, Stefka Evstatieva, Vesselina Katsarova, and Nikolay Gyaurov. World-re­ nowned singers, such as Orlin Anastassov and Dario Volonte, made their debuts in the productions of the Bulgarian State Opera - productions that were later presented on tour throughout Europe. The Bulgarian State Opera col­ laborates with Bulgarian op­ era theatres and symphony orchestras as well as opera houses in Bucharest, Buda­ pest, Kiev, Chisinau (Moldo-via) and Theatre NemirovichDanchenko (Russia). The Bulgarian State Op­ era's roster of distinguished singers, as well as its choir, ballet and orchestra has achieved an impressive ma­ turity in many different styles. The members of the or­ chestra, choir and ballet have been carefully selected from among the finest Bulgarian musicians, singers and danc­ ers. The Jan. 23 performance of Aida is part of the 2006-07 Performing Arts Series, pre­ sented by Appalachian State University's Office of Arts and Cultural Programs. The mission of the se­ ries is to support the teach­ ing mission of Appalachian State University by present­ ing a diverse array of music, dance and theatre events de­ signed to enrich the cultural landscape of the campus and surrounding region. By creat­ ing memorable performance experiences and related edu­ NO INTEREST cational and outreach activi­ ties, the series promotes the power and excitement of the live performance experience, provides a "window on the world" through the artistry of nationally and internation­ ally renowned artists, and showcases some of the finest artists of our campus commu­ nity and region. ASlFs Performing Arts Se­ ries presents and publicizes its wide range of program­ ming with critical support from several funding sources, including a group of out­ standing corporate and media sponsors dedicated to promot­ ing the arts in our region. In addition to a generous sponsor­ ship from SkyBest Commu­ nications, the series benefits from the support of twelve media sponsors: The Moun­ tain Times, All About Women Magazine, the High Country Press, Mountain Television Network, Charter Communi­ cations, Mix 102.3FM, 100.7 MAC FM, WFDD 88.5FM, WDAV Classical 89.9FM, WETS 89.5FM, WNCW 88.7FM and WASU 90.5FM. Advance tickets for the Jan. 23 performance of Aida are $16 for adults, $14 for se­ niors, ASU faculty and staff, and $8 for all students. Ticket prices increase at the door on the night of the show. For tickets or information, call 800-841-ARTS (2787) or 828262-4046, or visit www.pas. appstate.edu ^ NATIONAL DECEMBER 26TH JANUARY 23RD MONTH WILKESBORO, NC: The Walker Center at Wilkes Community College will cel­ ebrate the music of the late Ray Charles with the tour­ ing stage spectacular "I Can't Stop Loving You" on Thursday, January 18, 2007, at 8 PM. Although this amazing col­ lection of music, singing, and dancing is part of the Walker Center Season, a few indi­ vidual show tickets are now on sale. These tickets can be ordered from the Walker Cen­ ter Box Office (336-838-6260). Individual show tickets are $39. Students and those 65 and older receive discounts. Hardee's Restaurants and Wilkesboro-based franchiser Dermox are supporting spon­ sors for the Walker Center Season. The movie "Ray" proved how much people still love the timeless music of Ray Charles, whose sound touched almost every aspect of American music. Direct from London's legendary West End, "I Can't Stop Lov­ ing You" rocks the house with a full onstage orchestra, great singers, and dazzling dancers bringing Ray's music to life. A stunning, non-stop party, "I Can't Stop Loving You" fea­ tures three dozen of Charles' hits: "Georgia," "Hit the Road Jack," "America the Beauti­ ful," "Unchain My Heart," "What'd I Say," and many more. This will be the show that folks around Wilkes will be talking about for months! "I Can't Stop Loving You" is not endorsed, sponsored or af­ filiated with the Ray Charles Estate. "Electrifying," says The London Times. The Glasgow Herald calls it "Dazzling! A real raise-the-roof affair. You won't stop loving 'I Can't Stop Loving You!'" "I Can't Stop Loving You" is touring the world, after a smash hit season in London's West End, where it Won huge audiences at The Theatre Royal, Haymarket. Sold out audiences gave the show rave reviews, and night after night they were singing along and dancing in the aisles. The show features six amaz­ ing singers from the USA, who between them cover all the musical genres of Ray's incredible career. There are ten dynamic dancers in the show, and a 15 piece onstage orchestra. The show is all about the music. There is no story line; instead the show features all the hits that Ray was associated with during his long career. The show is a true celebration of the music of Ray Charles. It's exciting, a real audience pleaser, and most important of all, incred­ ibly entertaining. For more information about "I Can't Stop Loving You," please visit www.geniusofray.com. Reasonable accommoda­ tions will be made for persons with disabilities. Please make request at least two weeks in advance of the event by call­ ing 336-838-6260. For More Information contact: Art Menius (336.838.6423; art.menius@wilkescc.edu) or Ted Hagaman (336.838.6261; ted. hagaman@wilkescc.edu) juidiovox 2-WflY RADIOS BONUS GIFTS! WHEN YOU PURCHASE IANE FURNITURE WITH ANY $300"$799 (BEFORE TAX) LANE PURCHASE DIGITAL DVD PLAYER & HOME THEATER / SURROUND SOUND SYSTEM r r 1GB MP3 PLAYER l WITH ANY $800-$2,499 (BEFORE TAX) IANE PURCHASE WITH ANY $2,500 & UP (BEFORE TAXI IANE PURCHASE - if r I Leather Reclining Sofa Navy/Red AS SftNON NAllOMAt. rv RK.TIAR PRICE urt PUIS.FRlf FURNISHINGS JIM'S CORNER FURNITURE STORE 160 Northwest School Road • Warrensville, NC 336-384-2929 �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Poverty Editorial Should we take remains a look south? The folks whose vehicles sport "We Don't Care How You Did it in Florida" and similar sentiments might want to have some second thoughts. That is particularly in regard to Florida's property tax system, which strongly resembles the one advo­ cated by this newspaper for several years. In Florida, if you live on family land—land held for a certain number of years within your family—your property taxes remain fro­ zen. Sell the land, and the new owner pays a "mod­ ern," and much higher rate. So, in one neighbor­ hood, you may have one family—a native one, who has no intention of leav­ ing—paying $200 a year in taxes, while their newcom­ er neighbors pay $2,000. As a result, you can drive through urban and rural areas and see mansions, right along with modest, middle class homes. This is even true in very desir­ able locations, such as on rivers and near beaches. The oldtimers, in terms of residence not age, are able to maintain their modest homes, while those with big billfolds are able to set­ tle there without destroy­ ing neighbors. Is it unfair that one person pays $200 and the other $2,000? We do not think so. The original resi­ dent, whose grandparents may have owned the land, derive no benefit from soaring property prices, as they have not (and likely do not intend) to sell their property. Therefore, their asset has no more immedi­ ate value than it did for their grandparents. Their place as long-term, stable members of a community is therefore rewarded, and their commitment protect­ ed from soaring values. On the other side of the question, the newcomers are not punished for their arrival. They pay taxes based on the current value of their land and home. This reflects what they paid, which in turn repre­ sents the value of the prop­ erty to them. Should they, and their families, become long-term residents, their property will eventually be protected as well. The Florida system pro­ tects established families from being driven off their land by soaring prices and taxes, much of it engen­ dered by retirees and sec­ ond home buyers. North Carolina might well put aside its misgiv­ ings and take a look south at a system that works, protecting and strengthen­ ing communities. The briefest search, If we should scout; Will turn up brethren, Down and out. Just as George Bush has blessedly abolished hunger by renaming it "food insecu­ rity," Bill Clinton abolished poverty by passing "welfare reform." Presto, a little name change and the whole prob­ lem disappears. But the needy people don't. They're still out there, "illclothed, ill-housed, and illfed," in President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's memo­ rable phrase. If the Flying Walendas' safety net had been so full of holes, the whole clan would have died out in noth­ ing flat. Poor people die out prema­ turely too. That's because the United States offers no basic entitlement for health care, food, or shelter. Fine programs abound, like Medicaid, food stamps, and Section 8, but society has never found it im­ portant to adequately coordi­ nate or fund them. Thus, gaps abound. America still clings to that immigrant/pioneer spirit of self-reliance. This ideology is understandably promoted by the wealthy. By minimiz­ ing the government's respon­ sibility for human welfare, they keep taxes down. Here at home, our not-sohumble state of Connecticut has achieved a special honor in regards to the poor. We are one of only two states where the average income of the poorest fifth of the population has actually inched downward' since 1991. And you'll no doubt be shocked (Shocked!) to hear that income for the wealthiest fifth simultaneously rose 32 Page 4 Tuesday, January 9, 2007 (7C0P IaJLK "STOOP \)P ow THE "BOpy AmOE... HAt>pY NEW YEA£ SURGING INTO THE NEW YEA"^ percent. Ho-hum. N a tionally, that bot­ tom fifth did much better than in Connect­ icut, its income rising by 16 percent while ours de­ clined. But not all the bottom fifth is actually "in poverty". To qualify for that distinction, a family of four must suffer an income below $19,000. Plenty do; 12.6 percent of us to be exact. Losing a job, or fall­ ing sick, or a mental illness, can submerge you to that level very quickly. So can a low-paying job. After all, fulltime minimum wage employ­ ment these days is only good for about $12,000. And when the new Democratic Congress gets through, it should be worth about $17,000, but not until 2008. That's still pov­ erty. Besides, what family of four can live on $19,000 any­ way? They'd need food stamps, Section 8, and Medicaid, plus a lawyer to navigate all those bureaucracies. There wouldn't be time left to hold a job. To soften poverty's blow, some cities have been fuss­ ing with a "living" wage. This concept usually applies to municipal contractors and to companies that receive city subsidies. The typical required pay scale runs about $10 per hour, plus health care. (Yes, many public contractors pay less). New Haven, Waterbury, and Manchester have now taken this step, with others in the pipeline. Chicago has even applied it to Wal-Mart. One mitigating factor in olden times was state wel­ fare's local office. It aided the downtrodden in claiming their rightful due under the statutes. Well, it still does, but there, are not nearly as many of them now. As an example, in our beloved Norwalk, the city closed its own welfare shop for budgetary savings, figuring that the needy could just use the state govern­ ment office instead. Smooth, but then the state closed its * shop too. Now, in this tony re­ gion, applicants must travel to Bridgeport for help, while avoiding losing their jobs for taking so much time off. The whole nation is like that. Poverty is not a problem to be solved; it's a problem to be avoided. When conserva­ tive congressmen speak of cutting the budget, they don't mean for the rich, for the mili­ tary, or for themselves. They mean for the poor. The rich and the Pentagon enjoy per­ manent entitlements. Only the poor must prove their needs year after year. So we now live in a land of downward mobility. Perhaps the new Congress can do bet­ ter. Columnist William A. Col­ lins is a former state represen­ tative and a former mayor of Norwalk, Connecticut. Distributed by MinutemanMedia.org. Perdue, Moore propose more fiscal responsibility "I THINK MY fAYSPACE 6 HAVING AN ICENTLTY CRI6I&.' Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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RALEIGH - Both State Treasurer Richard Moore and Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue made excellent points recent­ ly about the need for fiscal responsibility in North Caro­ lina state government. This is the kind of thing that will make choosing between them in the Democratic primary for governor next year so darn difficult. For some, I hasten to add. Naturally, I don't discuss my own electoral preferences in this space, though I will say I enjoy the option, as an in­ dependent, of choosing which partisan ballot to use in pri­ mary elections. Moore and Perdue are both talented, experienced, well-fi­ nanced political heavyweights - figuratively speaking, of course, as both have main­ tained their fighting trim. They know what they need to do both to clinch the nomina­ tion and compete effectively in the 2008 general election. First, they must nail down the liberal elements of the Demo­ cratic coalition, to which both candidates have been speak­ ing in recent weeks on issues such as the minimum wage, an earned-income tax credit, and global warming. At the same time, they must have something attractive to offer business-oriented, moderate Democrats in the primary and to moderates and even con­ servative swing voters in the general election. When Moore and Perdue talked this week about fis­ cal disc i p 1i n e and find­ ing sav­ ings in the state budget, they were aiming squarely lohn Hood the at latter po­ litical constituencies. Let me back up and fill in the numbers. In the Demo­ cratic primary, nearly twothirds of the likely vote can be called "liberal" in the modern sense by my estimation. That is, of the roughly 40 percent of the electorate who are in the partisan Democratic camp, a little over a third (15 percent of the total electorate) are Seculars, meaning they are lefties on both economic and social issues, but mostly mo­ tivated by the latter. Another quarter of the Democratic coalition (10 percent of the total electorate) are the Par­ tisan Poor, also called Disad­ vantaged Dems. These voters welcome public assistance, increased regulation of cor­ porations, and government intervention in the economy but their views on social is­ sues are centrist or even con­ servative. A third group of Democrats, the Moderates, tend to be more centrist or even conser­ vative on economic matters, and often work in business enterprises or organizations. They're also about 15 percent of the total electorate, or just over a third of Democrats. While the party's candidates need all three groups to be committed and energized to win competitive races, what they promise the two lib­ eral groups can sometimes be hard for Moderates and unaffiliated swing voters to swallow (just as what Repub­ lican candidates separately promise their two conserva­ tive blocs, the Enterprisers and the Moralists, can also be hard to market to Republican centrists and swing voters). The key is to employ a rhe­ torical approach or specific policy to satisfy the aspira­ tions of the party's base in a way that also beckons the cen­ ter. Look at how Moore and Perdue did it during the first week of January. Speaking to a business forum in Durham, Moore argued that grandiose plans to issue $6 billion to $9 billion in new state debt for infrastructure projects would be prohibitively expensive. But rather than couching the argument in GOP-sounding terms about future tax hikes or decreased freedom, Moore argued that spending money on lower-priority projects, no matter how worthy, would take funds away from core state functions such as public education. As for Perdue, she proposed an excellent idea: a budgetsavings commission, similar Contact your representatives Washington U.S. House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 phone: 202-225-2071 Raleigh N.C. House of Representatives Rep. Cullie M.Tarleton 1109 Legislative Building Raleigh, NC 27601 919-733-7727 to the military base-closings commission, that would sub­ mit a list of proposed savings each year to the General As­ sembly for a straight up-ordown vote. Again, Perdue has argued for greater efficiency in state government as a means to free up funds to spend on education, health care, and other state programs. By all means, let's cap state debt and create a wasteclosing commission for North Carolina. Afterwards, we can debate whether to spend the savings on other govern­ ment priorities or return it to the taxpayers to spend on their own priorities. Indeed, these sound like wonderful issues around which to build a gubernatorial campaign in 2008. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �TEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2006 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT 'Art of Aging' competition planned by ASA by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Can you see the beauty in aging? That gradual process everyone and most every­ thing goes through, gathering wisdom and character and a special patina along the way? If you can, and are creative, you can enter "The Art of Ag­ ing" juried competition and win prizes while contributing to the ddcor and character of Ashe County Senior Center. This special competition and exhibit is open to anyone who would like to submit art­ work that can be hung on a wall. Entries will hang along the first floor hallway of the senior center during the ex­ hibit. Once the competition is ended, artists can donate their work to the senior cen­ ter, sell it to the general pub­ lic, or pick it up. All art submitted must be aging or senior-related. En­ tries can be paintings, draw­ ings, photography, or other mediums that are framed and can be hung on a wall. Sub­ jects can be people, animals, plants, nature or inanimate objects; anything tasteful that represents aging. "We really want people to be creative and think out of the box," said County Volun­ teer Coordinator Dawn Good­ man, organizing the compe­ tition along with the Ashe County Arts Council. "This show will be juried and all art will be judged on quality." Prizes for the show are $50 for third place, $100 for sec­ ond place, $200 for first place, and $300 for best overall. "This project is supported by a grant from the Grassroots Arts Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and a Projects Pool Grant from the Ashe County Arts Council." The exhibit opens June 8 in connection with the first Gallery Crawl in downtown West Jefferson and remains on display until Aug. 3. En­ tries must be submitted to Ashe Services for Aging in West Jefferson between May 28 and May 31, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Selections for acceptance and winners will be chosen on June 3 and the exhibit will be hung between June 5 and 7. Exhibitors and winners will be notified by email or phone on June 5 and 6. The exhibit opens June 8 with a reception for artists and awards pre­ sented. "We are doing this to show­ case art in the community, and we want to attract more people to the senior center to see what the center has to of­ fer," said Goodman. "We are collaborating with the Ashe County Arts Council, and we are very excited about that. We want to encourage peo­ ple who don't know about us to come see the senior cen­ ter. It is a senior center for everyone, and we want to showcase that. There is a lot going on here and we want people to know about it. The artwork from this show will be displayed in the first floor hallway, and will hopefully attract lots of people to come and see it." Ashe Services for Aging Photo courtesy of Dawn Goodman Paintings, drawings, and photography, like the starkly beau­ tiful black and white work of Lori Hall of Art and Soul Photog­ raphy as pictured, are welcome in "The Art of Aging" juried art competition this spring for Ashe Services for Aging in collaboration with Ashe County Arts Council. and the senior center on Ray Taylor Road in West Jeffer­ son offers a wide variety of services and activities for adults and senior citizens. A calendar of activities is available each month list­ ing classes for such topics as computer, Weight Watchers, quilting, basket weaving, flo­ ral arranging, painting, and crocheting, opportunities for exercise, musical enter­ tainment, social gatherings and fellowship, Bible study and singing, assistance with Medicare, hearing, and senior insurance, lectures on special topics such as health, scams, and money management, special trips, and much more. Suggestions are welcome and new activities are always be­ ing planned. "The Art of Aging" is an op­ portunity for folks to visit the senior center and learn more about its offerings. "We are thrilled about this project and very excited to be working with the arts council," said ASA Executive Director Jane Banks. "We are happy to support the arts in Ashe County, and we look forward to seeing what people will en­ ter in the competition." Some rules of the competi­ tion include: • Artists must reside in Ashe County. • Artwork must be original work of the artist and created within the past two years. • Eligible artwork includes, but is not limited to, paint­ ings, drawings and photogra­ phy (no sculpture, baskets or pottery due to space limita­ tions). • All artwork must be framed and ready to hang with wire or metal hangers and gallery wrap is accept­ able. • Maximum dimension of acceptable artwork is 24 inch­ es including the frame. • Attached to the back of the entry should be the art­ ist's name and phone number, title of piece, medium used, price if for sale, or value if not for sale. Any artwork not picked up by Sept. 4 becomes the prop­ erty of ASA. For more information about the art competition and to receive a registration form, call Dawn Goodman at 2462461. IRS began annual filing season January 4 GREENSBORO — The Internal Revenue Service on January 4 began a busy 2007 filing season' that features telephone excise tax refunds, a new refund deposit feature and recently enacted tax breaks that may require ex­ tra attention from taxpayers. "Taxpayers will have a number of new tax benefits and features available this year," IRS Commissioner Mark W. Everson said. "We encourage taxpayers to take a few minutes to review these changes, particularly those involving the recently enacted tax law provisions. The IRS will do everything it can to minimize the impact on taxpayers." This week, the agency is sending 17 million 1040 tax packages for 2006 to taxpay­ ers who have previously filed paper returns. The number of paper tax booklets being mailed to Americans contin­ ues to decline as more people opt for electronic filing. The IRS expects to process about 136 million individual tax returns for 2006, with more than half of those filed elec­ tronically. "In North Carolina, the IRS projects greater than 60% of the more than 3.8 mil­ lion individual taxpayers will file electronically this year," said IRS spokesperson Mark Hanson. Among the major changes taking place this year: Telephone Excise Tax Re­ fund. Individual taxpayers will be able to request a re­ fund if they paid the federal excise tax on long-distance or bundled service. The govern­ ment stopped collecting the federal excise tax on long­ distance service in August and announced plans to pro­ vide refunds of these taxes billed after Feb. 28, 2003, and before Aug. 1,2006. More will be available on IRS.gov, than 146 million individual over the phone and at a va­ taxpayers are expected to re­ riety of other locations. The quest the refund. IRS encourages people who To request the refunds, qualify for the 1040EZ-T to taxpayers have several op­ file electronically through the tions: Free File program, which will • Individual taxpayers can be available for free begin­ request the refund by using ning later this month. More the standard amounts, which than 10 million taxpayers are based on the total num­ who aren't normally required ber of exemptions claimed on to file a tax return may be the 2006 federal income tax able to use this new form. return. Choosing the stan­ Taxpayers can either claim dard amount saves taxpay­ the standard amount on this ers the time and trouble of form or attach a Form 8913 digging through 41 months to claim actual amounts. of old phone bills. The stan­ Recent Tax Law Enact­ dard amounts are $30 for a ments. The IRS is taking a person filing a return with number of steps to help tax­ one exemption, $40 for two payers get the information exemptions, $50 for three ex­ they need to take advantage emptions and $60 for four or of tax law provisions enacted more exemptions. For exam­ in December after IRS forms ple, a married couple filing a went to print. This new legislation af­ joint return with two depen­ dent children (for a total of fects a number of areas of tax four exemptions) will be eli­ law, but the most significant gible for the maximum stan­ effect on individual taxpay­ dard amount of $60. To get ers involves the deductions the standard amount, eligi­ for state and local sales tax, ble individual taxpayers will higher education tuition and fill out an additional line on fees, and educator expenses. Taxpayers can visit IRS. their regular 2006 1040 re­ turn. (Line 71 on Form 1040; gov for updated information Line 42 on Form 1040A; Line on the late legislation. The 9 on Form 1040EZ.) IRS will conduct a special •Alternatively, individual mailing of Publication 600, taxpayers who want to re­ which will include the state quest a refund of the actual and local sales tax tables amount of tax paid should and instructions for claiming figure that amount using the sales tax deduction on Form 8913 and report it on Schedule A (Form 1040), to their income tax return. 6 million taxpayers who also •Businesses and tax-ex­ receive the 2006 Form 1040 empt organizations can also package this month. For taxpayers using a parequest a refund under a dif­ ferent procedure; more infor­ , per Form 1.040, they will have mation is available at IRS. to follow special instructions gov. if they are claiming any of New 1040EZ-T Form. For the three deductions. The people who don't need to key paper 1040 Forms went file a regular tax return, the to print in November, so tax­ IRS has developed a special, payers will have to make shorter form to allow them to special notations to claim the request the telephone refund. deductions if they use these Copies of the Form 1040EZ-T paper forms. Specific details Stop mtinued from front page /enue, and maybe going too st at times, as others prob)ly do as well. "I won't do it fain," he said, after discussg these concerns with the >ard. Alderman Stephen Shoeaker said traffic seems to have quadrupled in the town and efforts need to be made for the safety of drivers, pe­ destrians and people working on Second Avenue. McGinnis said it would probably cost several hun­ dred dollars to purchase and install stop signs and paint the white stop lines on Sec­ ond Avenue and State Street. No specific date was noted for the intersection to be marked, but enforcement will take place once the signs are in­ stalled. poems come from her daily existence - as a single mom, a daughter, a woman, an artist - and her African American heritage. She is the recipient of numerous poetry awards, including the Carrie McCray Literary Award in poetry. She is the featured writer on South Carolina Public TVs literacy campaign. The Martin Luther King Celebration is open to the publi" and refreshments will be served. For more information, please call the Ashe Arts Council at 846-ARTS. King continued from front page Shall Overcome" and other selections. Glenis Redmond will be the featured performer for the celebration. Redmond travels throughout the United States and Europe, performing her richly-textured, earthy, fierce and passionate poetry. Her are available on IRS.gov. For people using IRS e-file or Free File, tax software will be updated to include the three key tax provisions, and e-file will get the refunds to taxpayers faster than paper returns. ^ "As we always do, we en­ courage taxpayers who think they may claim these deduc­ tions to file electronically," Everson said. "They will get their refunds faster through e-file. Even more important­ ly, e-file will greatly reduce the chances for making an error compared to claiming the deductions on the paper 1040." The IRS will not be able to process tax returns claiming any extender-related deduc­ tions until early February. All other returns can be filed and processed as normal. Whether claiming an extend­ er provision or not, the IRS notes that using IRS e-file is the most accurate to file any return and the quickest way for taxpayers to receive their refunds. Based on filings last year, only about 930,000 tax returns claimed any of the three extender provisions by Feb. 1. New Split Refund Option. For the first time, taxpayers can split their refunds among up to three accounts held by up to three different U.S. fi­ nancial institutions, such as banks, mutual funds, broker­ or credit unions. age firms To split their direct-deposit refunds among two or three different accounts or finan­ cial institutions, taxpayers should complete the new Form 8888, Direct Deposit of Refund to More Than One Account. Taxpayers can also continue to use the direct de­ posit line on the Forms 1040 to electronically send their refunds to one account. Free File Improvements. The free electronic filing pro­ gram begins later this month featuring improvements to benefit the 93 million tax­ payers — 70 percent of all taxpayers — who qualify for the program. Free File, a partnership between the IRS and the private sector Free File Alliance, is available for taxpayers who earn $52,000 or less. This year, the pro­ gram features an agreement by private sector partners to remove Refund Anticipa­ tion Loans (RALs) as well as other ancillary offerings from the program. Last year, more than 72% of North Carolina individual taxpayers qualified for Free File, according to IRS spokes­ person Mark Hanson. Services for Aging seeks to build home by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe County adults in need of special care will have another choice in assisted liv­ ing should Ashe Services for Aging be successful in an ap­ plication to construct an adult care home. The closing of Ashe Manor in Jefferson several years ago left the county 55 beds short, so ASA has been working to­ ward plans to provide those beds in a brand new facility on its campus in West Jeffer­ son. ASA recently purchased Ashe Manor and is applying to the North Carolina Divi­ sion of Facility Services for a Certificate of Need (CON) to build an adult care home. This type facility offers as­ sisted living for adults who need care in their daily lives. Plans are to also offer a spe­ cial care area for residents with Alzheimer's disease. "We have no intention of operating in the former Ashe Manor building," said ASA Executive Director Jane Banks. "Our plans are to de­ velop a new adult care home on the Ashe Services for Ag­ ing site." Banks said no plans have yet been made about the fu­ ture of the former Ashe Manor building, but that in its cur­ rent state it is not suitable for use as an adult care home. The Jefferson Board of Aldermen at the December meeting discussed the project and approved writing a letter of support to the Division of Facility Services on behalf of ASA. Banks said the non-com­ petitive application process may take several months. The agency intends to send the application to DFS for review by Jan. 15. Should the appli­ cation be successful, ASA will work with a different agency for architectural standards. "We are really excited about this," Banks said. "It has been a long range goal of our board of directors to pro­ vide this service to the com­ munity. The older population is growing here. The percent­ age of seniors is increasing annually, and according to the state, there is a need for this service in Ashe County." "We really feel that the Alzheimer's unit will be a tre­ mendous asset to the commu­ nity," she added. "The adult care home is a different level of care, allowing adults to be cared for without having to be in a nursing home." Grading Cq_ All Types of Grading Gravel Hauling L^and Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & Insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman Office* (828)963-4069 Cell* (828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-8810 �Tuesday - January 9 Friday - January 12 JV/Varsity Basketball Away at Alleghany PAGE 6 TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, *007 JV/Varsity Basketball Away at North Wilkes Wrestling HOME vs North Wilkes 7:00pm 5:00 / 6:30 p.m. / 8 p.m. (No JV Girls) Wednesday - January 10 JV/Varsity Basketball HOME vs West Wilkes Thursday - January 11 Indoor Track Away at South Caldwell 4:00pm K-mail us: Mgraybeal<&JeffersonPost.com Saturday - January 13 Freshmen Boys Basketball Away at Watauga 11:00am This week in Husky sports Lady Huskies split games in conference by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter With the first round of conference play nearing an end, the Lady Huskies placed themselves in a good position as they headed into their fourth conference game of the season last Wednesday with an unblemished conference record of 3-0. The Huskies were able to remain undefeated following a 55-47 victory over the Rams from Starmount. On Friday, the Lady Huskies hosted the North Surry Greyhounds for another conference game, but came up short in the end to record their first conference loss with a score of 36-34. On Wednesday evening, the Huskies traveled to Starmount, and the action opened up with the Huskies jumping out to a quick early lead. In the first three minutes of the game, the Huskies had gained a 5-1 lead following a lay-up by Kim McNeil and a three pointer by Kelly Hudler. The Huskies continued their defensive domination over the Rams and concluded the first quarter by only allowing the Rams to score three points, while they increased their lead to eight points, with the score 11-3. The second quarter brought more domination by the Huskies, and in the first five minutes of the quarter, the Huskies had only allowed six points to be scored. The Huskies took advantage of Starmount's drought, and, they scored eleven points of their own. As the quarter progressed on, the Huskies found themselves in a drought also, and they were only able to score one point in the final three minutes of the quarter. However, the Huskies defense held the Rams scoreless in the final three minutes, and the Huskies headed into the rnoto Dy Micnaei urayoeai Kassee Roberts (Left) and Kim McNeil prepare to trap the Greyhounds ball carrier in the back court. locker room at halftime with a commanding 23-9 lead. The Rams coach made some adjustments during the intermission and when the action resumed in the second half, the Rams charged out with a 9-3 run in the first four minutes of the third quarter to narrow the Huskies lead to only eight points, 26-18. The Huskies continued to have difficulty scoring while the Rams were able to narrow the gap in the scores. With only a minute left, the Rams had cut the Huskies lead to a mere three points, but following a Husky free throw; the Huskies increased their lead to 3127. However, on Starmount's next possession, they were able to hit a three pointer and concluded the third quarter with the Huskies winning by one point, 31-30. In the fourth quarter, the Huskies open up by holding the Rams to only two points in the first four minutes of the quarter. During this time, the Huskies received a three pointer by Larken Mikeal, a basket by Kelly Hudler, and on an unselfish play, Kaitlin Smith found Kim McNeil open underneath the basket and Kim's lay-up gave the Huskies a commanding eight point lead, 40-32. The Huskies continued to avoid turnovers and were able to make their free throws down the stretch, and defeated the Rams by a score of 55-47. In the final two minutes of the game, the Huskies sealed the victory by punishing the Rams and shot an impressive 8-12 from the free throw line as a team. In the Huskies victory over the Rams, the Huskies were led on the offensive end by Kim McNeil who scored an impressive'23'points, arja Kelly Hudler also scored 11 points. Larken Mikeal also added two three pointers for the Huskies, for six points; Photo by Michael Graybeal Kelly Hudler scores two points during the Huskies game Friday night against North Surry. Kassee Roberts added four points, Kaitlin Smith added four points, Kendra Yearick added three points, Shelly Barker added three points, and Lindsey Hagel rounded out the Huskies scoring with one point. Kelly Hudler had qn impressive game and grabbed eight rebounds for the Huskies The victory over the Rams gave the Huskies their fourth conference win and a Lady Huskies record of nine straight victories. The Huskies returned to action following the victory over Starmount on Friday when they hosted a conference match-up with the North Surry Greyhounds. This match-up was tough for the Huskies, and the Greyhounds escaped with a narrow twopoint victory, 36-34 The Huskies opened the game up with difficulty finding the basket, and the Greyhounds held the Huskies scoreless until the final 12.8 seconds of the first quarter. During the Huskies drought, the Greyhounds advanced to score 12 points for themselves. Kim McNeil scored the first points of the game for the Huskies when she hit a layup and got fouled with 12.8 seconds remaining in the first quarter. On the trip to the free throw line, Kim cut the Greyhounds lead to nine points with the three-point See Lady Huskies, page 7 Varsity Men drop two conference games loss in conference play as they forced the game into The Huskies headed into extra-time for the winner to last Wednesday's match-up be decided. with Starmount possessing The game opened up with a 7-3 record for the season, Starmount taking an early and 2-1 in conference play. 2-0 lead, but the Huskies Following a tough battle, responded quickly with Ethan which had to be extended to Goodman getting a lay-up for overtime for the conclusion, the Huskies to tie the score at the Huskies dropped to 2-2 in 2-2. Neither team was able conference with a 71-66 loss to score in their following two to Starmount. In the Huskies possessions, until Starmount next game following the was able to take a two-point Starmount loss, the Huskies lead. On the Huskies next again had a fierce and tough possession, Tommy Spagnolo game against the North was able to tie the score up Surry Greyhounds. Following again with a basket for the a substantial comeback, the Huskies, and the score was Huskies came a few points tied at 4-4. On Starmount's short of the Greyhounds and next possession, Ethan dropped to 2-3 in conference Goodman intercepted a with a five-point loss, 53-58. Rams' pass and sprinted the In the first game of the length of the court, but was two game week, the Huskies stopped by a Rams defender. traveled to Starmount High At this point Goodman found School to face the undefeated Coleman Payne coming down in conference Rams. Since the court and following the entering the Mountain Valley pass, Payne laid the ball in Conference in 2005, the Rams for two-points and the 6-4 have posted an undefeated 17- Husky lead. Payne was then 0 record in conference play and able to strip the Rams ball claimed last year's Regular handler on the entry pass and Season Championship and laid the ball up for two more Tournament Championship. points, and increased the The Huskies were determined Huskies' lead to four points. to hand the Rams their first The two teams continued to by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Photo by Michael Graybeal David Grubb looks for a driving lane to the basket during Friday night's game. score evenly, and the teams Starmount in front of the concluded the first quarter Huskies, 46-34. with the Huskies in front of Heading into the fourth the Rams, 13-11. quarter, the Huskies When the second quarter faced a monstrous task of opened up, both teams overcoming a ten-point deficit remained evenly matched. in eight minutes of action. Following lay-ups by Tommy The Huskies were able to Spagnolo and Daniel Wain, tie the game up following and two baskets by Starmount, an impressive defensive the Huskies still possessed • performance. The Huskies their two-point lead, 17-15 defensive pressure rewarded with five minutes remaining them with fast break layin the first half. At this point, ups and close range shots. Starmount sparked a 7-0 run, Ethan Goodman initiated but Coleman Payne ended the action in the fourth the Rams' run with a three quarter with a rebound and pointer with three minutes put-back just thirty seconds remaining in the quarter to into the quarter. On the cut the Rams' lead to only next play for Starmount, the four points, 24-20. The Rams Rams were able to score, but then scored six unanswered Goodman responded with a points, but Ethan Goodman - lay-up for the Huskies. The was able to drive his way Huskies defense forced a to the basket and laid the turnover for the Rams, and ball in for two points to stop Parker Johnson responded the Rams' streak. On the for the Huskies with an inbounds pass, Daniel Wain uncontested fast break laystole the pass and found up to cut Starmount's lead to Ethan Goodman again for a only eight points. Starmount lay-up and cut the Rams' lead was able to find the basket to only six points with only for two-points on their seconds remaining in the next possession, but Ethan half. Starmount answered Goodman again responded and concluded the first half with a lay-up for the Huskies. with a three pointer buzzer Starmount was able to draw a beater, and the teams headed foul on their next possession, into the locker rooms with and hit one of two free Starmount in front 33-24. throws, and on the Huskies The third quarter opened counter possession, Goodman with Ethan Goodman again scored for the Huskies narrowing the Rams' lead to cut the Rams' lead to only with a jump shot to cut the seven points. A defensive Rams' lead to only seven stop returned possession points. Starmount answered to the Huskies, and Parker with four unanswered points Johnson took advantage as but when Ethan Goodman he punished the Rams with was fouled on back-to-back a lay-up and was fouled on possessions for the Huskies, the shot. Following the made and hit all four free throws for free throw by Johnson, the the Huskies, the Rams' lead Huskies had trimmed the was back to only nine points Rams' lead to only four points with four minutes remaining with four minutes remaining in the third quarter. Over in the fourth quarter. Tommy the course of the next three Spagnolo then took control of minutes, both teams were the Huskies offense and score able to score four points, but three points for the Huskies Starmount hit a three pointer on their next two possessions. in the final minute of the Starmount was finally able to quarter to give them a 46- break their scoring drought, 34 lead. The Huskies were and following a basket, the unable to score in the closing Rams were still in front of minute of the third quarter, See Varsity Men, page 7 and the quarter expired with Photo by Michael Graybeal Tommy Spagnolo (#15 Front) applies pressure on the ball while Daniel Wain (#24 Far Right) and Coleman Payne (#3 Middle) are prepared to give help. Photo by Michael Graybi Daniel Wain scores one of his eight points on this free thr< in Friday night's loss to North Surry. �TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 SPORTS Lady Huskies Varsity Men - continued from page 6 with an extraordinary 30 Tommy Spagnolo the Huskies 53-50. On the points. Huskies next possession, added 12 points, and Coleman Tommy Spagnolo set a screen Payne added 10 points. Ryan on Daniel Wain's defender, Moser had an impressive and following the perfectly performance with six points, executed pick-n-roll and pass Parker Johnson added five from Wain, Spagnolo was points for the Huskies, and awarded an open lay-up and Justin Ford and Daniel Wain cut the Rams' lead to only each had two points to round one point again. Following out the Huskies scoring. Following the loss another defensive stop for the Huskies, Ethan Goodman to Starmount, the Huskies flew down the court and hit returned to action Friday the fast break lay-up and was when they hosted another fouled on the shot. Following team that was undefeated the made free throw, the this year in conference play, Huskies possessed the lead, the North Surry Greyhounds. and with only two minutes The Greyhounds appeared to remaining, the Huskies had be a tougher match-up than the Rams trailing 55-53. the Rams at the start of the Starmount was able to score game, but the Huskies battled on their next possession, back and narrowly lost to the and following a missed shot Greyhounds by a score of 53by the Huskies; the Rams 58. The Greyhounds opened had possession with only one minute remaining in the up the game by pinning the game. The Rams elected to Huskies with an early 4-0 hold the ball for the last shot, deficit. The Huskies were but a great defensive play by able to rebound and with the Huskies forced a jump baskets by Ethan Goodman ball, with the possession and Tommy Spagnolo, the arrow in favor of the Huskies, Huskies tied the score at 4-4. and only .6 of a second The Greyhounds then went remaining in the fourth on a short 5-0 run, but the quarter. A desperation shot Huskies again answered and by the Huskies could penalize narrowed the Greyhounds the Rams with their first ever lead to only two-points, The Mountain Valley Conference with the score 7-9. loss. The Huskies in bounded Greyhounds then mounted the ball to Ethan Goodman, a 15-0 offensive run, which but the Rams defense forced lasted for five minutes during quarter. David him into the ball court and his * the first desperation toss was no good Grubb was able to break the and the game was heading Greyhounds scoring streak when he was able to drive the into overtime. In overtime, Starmount ball to the basket and laid it struck first with a three-point in for two points with forty play only 18 seconds into the seconds remaining in the first The Greyhounds period. On the Huskies next quarter. possession, Tommy Spagnolo were then able to score four was sent to the free throw more points before the first line and converted one of two quarter expired, and the shots to cut the Rams' lead teams concluded the first to only two points. However, quarter with North Surry in the Rams then scored four front of the Huskies 28-9. During the second quarter, unanswered points, but Ethan Goodman again answered for the Huskies received an the Huskies. On back-to- impressive performance from The lineup back possessions, Goodman their lineup. scored first with a jump shot, consisted of George Baker, Graybeal, Justin and then with a lay-up and a Ethan foul to create the three-point Ford, Daniel Wain, David play, and narrowed the Rams' Grubb, and Ryan Moser. The lead to only one point, 62-61. Huskies were able to hold the Starmount then again scored .Greyhound^ to only six points four unanswered points in during the second quarter the following minute to pin with a remarkable display the Huskies with a five-point of defensive intensity. With deficit. Goodman narrowed baskets by Moser and Ethan the deficit to only three-points Graybeal, the Huskies were with a basket on the Huskies able to cut the Greyhounds next possession, but the lead by three points in the Huskies were forced to foul. second quarter and headed The Rams converted their into halftime trailing the free throws, and with one Greyhounds 34-18. During halftime, various last attempt, Coleman Payne found a lane to the basket changes by Coach Marc Payne and hit a lay-up and was sparked life into the Huskies fouled. Following the three- and when the action in the point play, the Huskies were third quarter started, the trailing the Rams 70-66 with Huskies were able to outscore only eight seconds remaining the Greyhounds 20-14 in the in the game. The Huskies quarter. The Huskies received committed another foul in a boost in the third quarter hopes of the Rams missing, with remarkable shooting but the Starmount player outside of the three-point hit one free throw to push arch. Daniel Wain scored two their score out of reach of the three pointers in the third Huskies, and the Huskies fell quarter, and Ethan Goodman short to the Rams by a final added a three pointer. At the conclusion of the third score of 71-66. The Huskies posted quarter, the Huskies had three players that scored in successfully narrowed the double digits, with Ethan Greyhounds lead to only ten Goodman leading the Huskies points with only one quarter play, and concluded the first quarter with the Greyhounds in front of the Huskies, 12-3 The second quarter opened up with Katie Gammons providing a spark of life for the Huskies as she scored four points in the first minute of play to cut the Greyhounds lead to seven points. Kim McNeil also added to the Huskies spark when she narrowed the Greyhounds lead to only three points with a lay-up. At this point, the Huskies had mounted a 6-0 run in the first minute of the quarter and energized the crowd, while they stunned the Greyhounds. Despite the early run by the Huskies, the Greyhounds were able to get a rhythm started, and they progressed to score five points in the remainder of the quarter, but the Huskies also scored four points to cut the Greyhounds lead to only four points at halftime, 17-13 Following the halftime intermission, the Huskies came out firing, and a jumper by Kelly Hudler in the first minute of play narrowed the Greyhounds lead to only two points. Kim McNeil deadlocked the score for the Huskies with a lay-up at the five-minute mark of the quarter, and the two teams then intensified their defense. In the following two minutes, the Greyhounds were able to increase their score by four points, and possessed a 23-20 lead with three minutes remaining in the quarter. The Huskies again found difficulty scoring and concluded the third quarter with the Greyhounds having a 7-0 run and increasing their lead to 27-20 The fourth quarter opened in the opposite fashion the third ended. The Huskies opened thefinal eight minutes of action with Kelly Hudler sparking a Huskies 8-2 run. With six minutes remaining in the game, the Huskies narrowed the Greyhounds lead to only one-point, 29-28, and following a free throw by Kim McNeil, the score was deadlocked at 29-29. With both teams playing tough defense, neither team was able to score for nearly two minutes until the Greyhounds were continued from page 6 able to get a lay-up against the Huskies defense. Kelly Hudler responded for the Huskies and on the following possession drained a jump shot from the edge of the lane to tie the score again at 31-31 with only two minutes remaining in the contest. The Greyhounds were able to score four points against the Huskies in the following minute of the game, and with only 43 seconds remaining, the Greyhounds were in front of the Huskies, 35-32. Shelly Barker was able to cut into the Greyhounds lead when she drove hard to the basket and drained a jump shot to narrow the Greyhounds lead to only one point with 29.7 seconds remaining in the game. Following the Huskies foul on the inbound pass, the Greyhounds player was able to make one of her two free throws and the Huskies regained possession with 25.3 seconds and trailing by two points. The Huskies were able to get a shot off with ten seconds remaining, but the shot did not go in and Shelly Barker grabbed the rebound and the Huskies called a time­ out. Following the time-out, the Huskies attempted to post Kelly Hudler up, but following a tough collision between the North Surry defender and Kelly, the Greyhounds were able to regain possession. The Huskies were forced to foul and with .3 seconds remaining on the clock, the Greyhound player missed her free throw to conclude the game and North Surry handed the Huskies their first loss during conference play and concluded the nine game winning streak for the Huskies The Huskies once again were led by Kim McNeil who scored 12 points, but Kelly Hudler left her mark on the Greyhounds with 10 points and seven rebounds. Katie Gammons also scored four points, Shelly Barker and Larken Mikeal each scored three points, and Kendra Yearick rounded out the scoring with two points. The Huskies will return to action tonight when they travel to Alleghany to compete with the Trojans. Futsal League Standings Results as of Jan. 5 Photo by Michael Graybeal Kim McNeil ties the game at 29-29 with this free throw dur­ ing Friday night's game. Team AEV Skyline Mountain Meadow Appraisals Southeastern Specialty Vehicles Carolina Desigh Floors Phipps Construction State Drywall White Cross Studios Won 10 9 6 6 3 1 1 0 Tied 0 1 1 0 1 2 1 2 Loss 0 0 3 4 6 7 8 8 Pts 30 28 19 18 10 5 4 2 Photo by Michael Graybeal Ethan Goodman scores another point on his way to a 30point game Friday night. remaining to be played. The fourth quarter proved to be an exciting period of action for the fans and the Huskies came out with the intention of stealing the game from the Greyhounds. In the first two minutes of play, the Huskies had narrowed the Greyhounds lead to only eight points and they continued to chip away the Greyhounds lead. With four minutes remaining to be played in the game, a three-point play by Tommy Spagnolo cut the Greyhounds lead to only three-points. Following a basket by the Greyhounds on their following possession, Spagnolo again answered for the Huskies with another basket to keep the Huskies deficit at three-points. With one minute remaining, the Huskies were able to cut the Greyhounds lead to twopoints with a free throw, but the Greyhounds answered with two free throws following a Huskies foul with 35 seconds remaining in the game. The Huskies were trailing 54-50, and in the final 35 seconds, the Huskies had difficulty scoring. With the Greyhounds converting their free throw opportunities, the Huskies were trailing 5058 when Ethan Goodman hit a three pointer with 3.5 seconds remaining to narrow the Huskies deficit to five points, 53-58. The Huskies fouled the Greyhounds on the in bounds pass, but the Greyhound player was unable to make his free throws, but North Surry still escaped with a narrow 58-53 victory. The Huskies received another impressive performance from Ethan Goodman who scored a game high 19 points. Tommy Spagnolo continues to play notably in the post, as he scored 12 points for the Huskies. Daniel Wain stepped up his performance during the game and scored eight points, while Coleman Payne scored five points, Ryan Moser scored three points, and Ethan Graybeal, Parker Johnson, and David Grubb each added two points. The Huskies will return to action tonight when they travel to Alleghany for a nonconference match-up with the Trojans. Ashe County Parks and Recreation Industrial Volleyball League The industrial volleyball league began on November 28, 2006 at Family Central, and we would like to thank the players, staff, and most importantly the sponsors for making this league possible. The standings as of January 5, 2007 are as follows Ferguson Grading 10-1 Sparta Merchants 6-5 Phipps Construction 6-4 Potter's Lumber 3-8 AR Construction 2-9 Jtf Hardee's of Jefferson ATHLETE ^ WEEK of presents the ^ Our Athlete of the Week, Ethan Goodman, is a senior member of the Varsity Men's basketball team Ethan is a vital part of the team's success and he led the Huskies in scoring with a tremendous 30-points in Wednesday nights overtime loss to Starmount and he had another game high 19 points against North Surry. Congratulations Ethan Goodman Ethan Goodman!!! Stop by n2irCI06S each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain Village Shopping Center •246-5504 • Ask about delivery *246-5504 Asheodfe /Athletics 2 Photo by Michael Graybeal Mountain Meadow Appraisals Green team restarts the game following a goal by the Phipps Construction Grey team in a recent game at Family Central. 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For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: Check Yearly SeeCleorfy- www.wilkesregional.org EOE www.checkyearly.com « A R T N O WONDER 8 C H o o l 8 P E O P L E T H I N K LOUIS ARMSTRONG W A S T H E W A L K F I R S T O N T H E M A N T O M O O N . Jt'* a long way from rhc Apollo the trumpet was as a guest in a Theatre to the Apollo program correctional home for wayward And while his playing may have boys If only today's schools were been "a* lofty as a moon flight I' as enlightened and informed as as Time magazine once suggested, that reformatory was that would be as close as Louis Alas, the arts arc dismissed a* Daniel Armstrong would ever gel extravagant to taking "one small step for man." This, despite all the studies that But as the jazz musician of the show parents believe music and IniifuJ of j fl,mi 1nop. Lovlt Armnrone JrltiwoJ i»v gtal pw/fcrm crofy *>.*** for -vmlmj aoth century, giant leaps were simply a matter of course for dance and art and drama make their children much better students and better people Satchmo. For no one has ever embodied Armitntig left hit footptmn m ill. uvrlJ. "wrrnt Urt up arferji in today's schools If you feel like your kids aren't the art form the way he did. It was he getting their fair share, make who helped make virtuoso solos a part some noise To find out how. of the vocabulary It was he who was honored with or for more information about the title "American goodwill ambassador" by the State tlie benefits of arts education, Department It was lie who was the last jazz musician please visit us on the web at to lut #i on the Billboard pop chart AmertcansForTheArts.org. Just like the great Louts / Not bad for a kid whoso first experience with ART. ASK iTieie't pltmn of l»am w p> tfrovnd Ou* mfe lo an Armstrong, all you need is a little brass FOR MORE Hsr more information about tlie importance of arts education, ple» www.AmurirtinttI''orTliit AiiM.org'. TOUCANS �TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9 LIGHTER SIDE Amber Waves by Dave T. Phipps HOW DID YOU 1 WEIL, WE DECIDED THAT AND MOM EVER LAST IWOULD MAKE THE BIG /'AND THAT^I [WORKED? J FIFTY YEARS, WHAT'sJ DECISIONS AND YOUR ^YUUR stckt 1 >J MOM WOULD MAKE THE, R ,UM LI 1 ILE ONES. 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NC 28640 HIGH COUNTRY J O E ' S XV AND fej SATELLITE niocrTV JVC SALES & SERVICE zenith 2^-- TV'S & HOME THEATRES nhec<>mys fe S l ° *>P for urea* Ty, < �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Red Cross Blood Mobile at New River VFD January 21 confirmed for the event include: at Family Central. This is an Consecrated, Rescued, Young opportunity to make sure your Landmarks, Friendship Youth child's car seat is the right one Monday: Taco w/ shredded let­ and Abby Sullivan. The event for their age and weight, and tuce & cheese, Retried Beans, is tentatively scheduled to end installed correctly. Checks are Salsa, Graham Crackers, around 9 p.m. The event is conducted from 3 p.m. until Applesauce, Milk • being held sothe community 4:30 p.m. Tuesday: Turkey Roast, Green and young people will have a Saturday, peas, Mashed Potatoes, great opportunity to praise God Biscuit, Fruit, Milk through music and song with January 20 Wednesday: Corn Dog, Mac local bands and performers. 7 a.m.: Special Siblings Class & Cheese, Carrot Cole Slaw, Anyone interested in perform­ at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Fruit, Milk ing at Saturday's event should Designed to help prepare Thursday: Cheeseburger on call Randy Rhodes at 336-384- young children for the arrival Bun, Lettuce & Tomato, Pickles 2831 or 336-977-1121. of a new baby brother or sister. & Onions, Curly Fries, Fruit 6:30 p.m.: Peak Creek Call 846-0734. Cup, Milk Church of the Brethren in I p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Friday: Pizza, Tossed Salad, Laurel Springs will have a Hike: Meet at Mount Jefferson Apple, Cookie, Milk singing. The featured sing­ picnic shelter. Meet the park ers will be The Elliott Brothers ranger for a hike out to Luther Tuesday, and Glenda, and The Gospel Rock. We will be exploring some January 9 Travelers. Everyone is welcome of the ecological interconnec­ 6:30 p.m.: Watauga Paddlers to come and fellowship. tions and energy exchangers Roll Sessions sponsored by: that make life possible on Mt. Sunday, Chetola Resort in Blowing Jefferson. We will offer a vari­ Rock. Sessions will start ety of hands-on opportunities January 14 Tuesday, January 9 and con­ 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ to investigate the circle of life tinue each Tuesday until April sors January sermon series that exists within Mt. Jefferson 24th, from 6:30 p.m. til 9 p.m. entitled "Let My People State Natural Area. Wear stur­ The format is open - in other Think: Common Objections dy shoes. words you can arrive and leave to Christianity": "How Can Sunday, any time during the session. We Reconcile Faith and There is no formal program or January 21 Hypocrisy?" FaithBridge is a instruction, but boaters usually new United Methodist church II a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ help each other out. Charge: in Blowing Rock. We currently sors January sermon series A $1 per session donation will worship at the Blowing Rock entitled "Let My People help defray the costs of keep­ School Auditorium on Sunset Think: Common Objections ing up the website and pur­ Christianity": "Why Drive in Blowing Rock (for­ to chasing honorariums for the mer home of the Blowing Rock Would a Loving God Allow staff at the pool. A $5 donation Stage Company). Our wor­ Suffering?" FaithBridge is a will cover an individual as a ship services are at 11 a.m. new United Methodist church "season pass" for all of the ses­ on Sundays. Dress is casual in Blowing Rock. We currently sions. There will be a donation and child care is provided. worship at the Blowing Rock jar at each session. Donations Questions? Call 295-8333 or School Auditorium on Sunset are voluntary and on the honor Drive in Blowing Rock (for­ visit www.faithbridgeumc.org system. mer home of the Blowing Rock School Lunch Menu Jan. 8 - 1 2 Wednesday, January 10 10 a.m.: The non-profit group Iron MountainTrail Riders will have a mounted trail mainte­ nance day. Those who would like to assist meet at the Iron Mountain Horse Camp to sad­ dle up and ride out. Each rider should pack a lunch, drinks and snacks. The group will be checking an area of erosion to make future plans for repair and will also pick up trash. Thursday, January 11 7:30 a.m.: Screening at Cholesterol Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744 6:30 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) will hold its Executive Community Meeting at the BROC Wilkes Office. Please call the Wilkes Office at 667-7174, the Ashe Office at 384-4543 or the Alleghany Office at 372-7284 for addi­ tional information. Saturday, January 13 8 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast and Games morning at Fleetwood Community Center, Highway 221 and Railroad Grade Road. Parking off Railroad Grade Road 8 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Short or tall stack pancake available. Bring some friends and your favorite board or card game and enjoy a morning of community fun. Friendly competition welcome. Monday, January 15 7:00 p.m.; Martin Luther King Day Celebration at the Ashe Arts Center. The Arts Council will sponsor a community cel­ ebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King at 7pm, Monday, January 15 at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. Included in the celebration will be music, student readings, and tribures from local leaders. Poet Glenis Redmond will be a featured performer for the event. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 336.846-ARTS. 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family Central Conference Room. Call 846-0781 for more infor­ mation. 6:30 p.m.: The VFW will have their dinner meeting in the Hut on Ashe Park Road in Jefferson. Tuesday, January 16 6 p.m.: The New River Behavioral HealthCare Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Meeting: For more information call Carolyn Greene (Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Liaison) at 828-264-9007; The public is invited to attend. Thursday, January 18 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Republican Party will hold its monthly meeting @ 106 N. Jefferson Ave (formally Chamber of Commerce). All interested Republicans are .invited to attend. For addition­ 5 p.m.: High Country Youth al information please call Lee Ministries will be holding an McMillan @ 977-0022. Ashe Youth Talent Search Night with a variety of perform­ ing bands and much more at the Ashe County High School Auditorium. Groups already Friday, January 19 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks Stage Company). Our wor­ ship services are at 11 a.m. on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 12:30 p.m.: The American Red Cross will have a Blood Mobile at New River Volunteer Fire Dept. from 12:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. For an appointment call 982-3171. Walk-ins welcome. All blood types are in great need. I p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic moun­ tain? What is Amphibolite any­ way? Meet a ranger for a 1.3mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. Tuesday, January 23 5:30 p.m.: "Are You Tough Enough -100 Man Campaign" - Meeting will focus on depres­ sion in men. At Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson. 846-0781 Sunday, January 28 II a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Is Christianity 'Right' and All Other Religions 'Wrong'?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship servic- es are at 11 a.m. on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org Monday, January 29 9 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering the 6 hour mandated "DMV Independent Dealer's License Renewal" course. The course will be offered from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on the Wilkes campus of Wilkes Community College. Pre-registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 8386166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. Tuesday, January 30 5:30 p.m.: Application Student Aid) County High FAFSA (Free for Federal night at Ashe School in the upstairs computer lab. Please come in the front entrance of the school. College represen­ tatives will be there to assist in completing the FAFSA form on-line. Bring a copy of your tax forms and your child's tax forms, if they file. Please call Tara Miller by January 25 at (336) 246-2400 if you plan on attending. Wednesday, January 31 11 a.m.: ACT Against Cancer Annual Planning Meeting at Ashe Family Central in the large Conference Room. Call 846-0781 2 p.m.: New River State Park 221 Access. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music with local musicians as they play traditional, Old Time and Bluegrass. All musicians are welcome, so bring your instru­ ment and join in, or bring a chair and enjoy the entertain­ ment. Participants will meet at the Community Building from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All programs are free and open to the public. 7 p.m.: Session V of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes continues through January 16th at Ashe Memorial Hospital. 2007 series begins February 6th. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Ongoing Events Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteerFire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March. Beginning January 6, at 7 p.m. The County Roads Mobile Pharmacy is still serving Ashe County! All prescriptions are now being filled in Boone, at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition (located at the old health department building off Bamboo Road). Medication pick up days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Clients can call in their prescription refills at 828-262162, or doctors can fax new prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline-to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Recreation is Parks and considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, continued on page 11 Absolute Living Estate AUCTION Saturday, January 13, 2007 • 10:30 A.M. HOUSE & LOT and PERSONAL PROPERTY Yes You Can The Living Estate of Esther Vaught *111 Teas Rd. • Sugar Grove, Virginia This is your opportunity to buy a nice home on a great lot! The large aluminum sided house offers 4 BR/1 BA. It sits on a I acre lot that is completely level and joins a stream on the rear! The location is near the heart of Sugar Grove and just minutes from 1-81 and Marion. It will sell absolute, so be there auction day.L Directions: From 1-81 take Exit 45 (Marion), follow Hwy 16 South 9 miles, turn right onto Teas Rd., Auction on right. From Independence: Follow US 58 for 16.7 miles, stay straight onto Troutdale Hwy (Hwy 16 North) for 17.5 miles, turn left onto Teas Rd., Auction on right. FREE CHECKING WITH YOUR CHOICE OF FREE SPORT LUGGAGE West Jefferson 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road 246-9700 ^Northwestern Bank www.NwestemBank.com Member FDIC " /I ; 7%7v \ - - ANTIQUES & FURNITURE AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS X /\ Antique 2 Door Bookshelf, Love Seat, Sofa & Chair, Antique Table, Bookshelf, Glass Front China Cabinet, Antique Claw Foot Bow Front China Cabinet w/Mirrored Back, Antique 3 Piece Dining Room Suite w/6 Chairs, Metal Storage Cabinets, Hot Point Refrigerator, Water Fall Bedroom Suite, Sleeper Sofa, Wooden Shelving Unit, Jenny Lynn Style Twin Bed, Metal Beds, Antique Wicker Stool, Decorator Items, Mirrors, Bissell Vacuum Cleaner, Porcelain Bird Collection, Pictures, Golden Wheat Dishes, Green Depression Sherbert Glasses, Pressed Glass Pieces. Iris & Herringbone Pitcher, Bowl & Pitcher, Hobnail Stemware. Dishes, Pots & Pans, Hot Point Range, Kcnmore Washing Machine, Small Appliances, Hot Point Refrigerator, Paperback Book Collection, New Home Sewing Machine, LOTS OF OTHER ITEMS! INSPECTION: REAL ESTATE - Sunday, January 7th from 2:00 - 3:30 PM • PERSONAL PROPERTY: Saturday, January 13th at 9:00 AM TERMS: Real Estate -10% down, balance at closing. Personal Property: Cash or Good Check PtoiijU jjfSDWitKlj'BkaKsneTcriinwftricfasS.cliRtiillMViSTSbfl'nrrarDscrbaJkmpjrtJTdVj- eal la»sdMrtliajiits.Tl'ecU£dltE»fH3-aTOcrr»inl>l«nH«tnltoHu:«p(r1vbegiBtis1'>'Jai,lrt'pBCC.BHferrriAicorCcirfa(it-i»jTBtiL-Fi»ii«-ln$ nspedal aiKtres ShJedtr Itt pcjaiy *tr fc tcMrc nC t#prepays sites btpwclrawsis! Pjiistr; jtjjc relysmr.y pljrwri* Iccinj. NAA ABCtkmeer DAVID COUNTS Va. Auctioneer #0326 Abingdon. Virginia (276) 628-8123 1-800-797-1579 Announcements made day of auction take precedence over all printed materials. ^ Member For further information contact J L & COUNTS AUCTION GROUP DANNY COUNTS DWIGHT COUNTS Va Auctioneer #2276 AUCTIONEERS Abingdon • Lynchburg • Marlon BILL BRYANT - Lynchburg, Virginia www.countsauction.com Marlon, Virginia (276) 783-3444 Fax (276) 628-8633 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2007 PAGE 11 COMMUNITY EVENTS Pet adoptions Saturday from 10 to 4 Foundation provides low-intrest loans for water wells continued from page 10 videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call "Ahfr'C6t5^> at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every first and third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1:The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, smallfurniture. and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30'p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come easier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640, next to The Gap Hair Salon, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. Angels in the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Gome enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-1377. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina at 336-982-4416. Riverview Learning Center is offering computer classes and more. To register or for details, call 385-1338. Riverview Community Thrift Store will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday night Pickin' and Jammin' will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 10 p.m. Riverview Community Center is located in Creston. just below the park. For more information please call Mark Mallette at 982-9511 or Jim Bailey at 982-5814. West Jefferson Community Partnership meets the fourth are as follows: Adventurers of the Mind, Thursday mornings from 10 a.m. - noon. Three and four year olds participate with a parent or other care giver in age appropriate activities to build relationships and foster a love of learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. Young Explorers meets on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. - noon. This is for two and three year olds joining together with a parent or other care giver for fun and learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. MOMS Play Group meets Fridays 10 - noon and is for children under seven and their moms or dads. This is an open play group. Moms have time to chat while they play with their youngsters. Me and My Dad meets every third Saturday from 10 - noon. Children under seven with their dads meet for an open play group. Dads can spend quality time with their kids while giving mom time for herself. All these play groups are free and open to the public. For more information, call Maribeth at 982-4311, ext. 229. Cancer Survivor's Group is open to any woman who has or has had cancer. Meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday evening of each month. There is lots of companionship, and humor. Come make new friends, share information and renew your spirit. For further information contact Jean Colvard at 336-982-2445.lf a daytime meeting is better for you, contact Mary Caryl Elmore at 336-246-7567. Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at West Jefferson Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in the revitalization of our community is invited. Greater Preservation Fleetwood Organization announces its regularly scheduled meetings, occurring on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center® Fleetwood Library, entrance on Railroad Grade Road just off Hwy 221. Area residents are invited to come be a part of the future of Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care about their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. Anyone interested please join them on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Call 336-386-6650 with questions. Ashe Party County Democratic meets every fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 846-9068. Prenatal Education Curriculum, Fridays at 6 p.m. for Latino families at Ashe Family Central. The program is offered in four sessions, through December. Transportation and childcare is available. For more information call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449. Survivors of Domestic Violence meet in a confidential setting on the 2nd Monday and 4th Tuesday night of each month from 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Group counseling is offered for women and their children at one of these groups each month. Childcare is provided. There is no charge to attend. Please call A.S.H.E. at 9828851 for more details. Ashe Party County Republican meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Ashe County Library downstairs conference room. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call (336) 982-9585. GED (General Educational Development) or High School Diploma program announces the Ashe Center of Wilkes Community College sponsors free-of-charge classes at three different locations with scheduled hours that accommodate everyone's schedule. For more information call 336-846-3900. AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Ashe County Unity Group meets at the Jefferson United Methodist Church at 115 E. Main St. The entrance is in the rear. The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on Monday and Thursday. For more information or to speak to an AA member, call 982-2641. For meeting information in surrounding counties, call (828) 262-1212. Veterans of Foreign Wars would like to invite any eligible veteran to come join their post. They meet every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. They are located on Ashe Park Road in the red, white, and blue building Play Groups at Family Central plastic ring, a glass lens and a metal reflector. Affected mod­ els were made in China and have model numbers: 800960, 8010-60 or 8011-60. Consumers should contact Progress Lighting at (877) 369-4548 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to arrange for instal­ lation of a replacement trim ring. Consumers can also visit http://www.progresslighting. com/recall.htm. More info at www.recalls.org. Strollers pose abrasion hazard; recall issued Regal Lager Inc. is recall­ ing Phil & Teds e3 Strollers with doubles seats sold na­ tionwide from July 2005 to November 2006. Children can touch the rear tires when in the stroller's add-on seat. This can pose an abrasion hazard. This recall involves the e3 Buggy which is a threewheeled stroller with a black steel tubing frame. An addi­ tional seat, known as a "Dou­ bles Kit," can be added direct­ ly behind the main stroller's seat allowing a second child to ride in the stroller. Consumers should contact Regal Lager at (800) 5935522 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, for free additional rear wheel guards. Consumers can also visit h ttp://w ww. regal lager,com/recalls/default.aspx. More info at www.recalls. org. The Foundation will not underwrite a loan once a proj­ ect is underway or has been completed. Most new home construction projects are not eligible. Another important as­ pect of the loan program is to educate loan recipients on the importance of regular well maintenance and annual testing of their well system. Complete information, in­ cluding application forms and requirements and income eligibility limits, can to ac­ cessed by going to www.ngwa. org and clicking on the link for Foundation for Affordable Drinking Water. Applications and additional information can also be obtained by con­ tacting the Foundation at 800-551-7379, or email Paul Humes at phumes@fadw.org. You also can learn more about the program by going to www.wellowner.org and clicking on "Financing." "Water is essential, and the Foundation is committed to helping those in greatest need," said Humes, founda­ tion director. "If you have a real need and meet the quali­ fications for this program, we encourage you to apply." Many drivers complain that rising fuel, car and insur­ ance costs are putting a big hole into their wallets these days. Prices at the pump con­ tinue to fluctuate at all-time highs, and drivers are paying top dollar to insure both fi­ nanced and leased vehicles. But high automotive costs are not solely the fault of Big Oil and insurance companies. Some things car owners do - or may not do - can cause them to spend more money than necessary on their vehicles. But a few changes can rem­ edy that. Here are some easy steps to take to save money. • Feeling deflated. Underinflated tires can increase fuel corlsumption by up to three percent, according to The U.S. Energy Department. One study estimates that 50 to 80 percent of the tires roll­ ing on U.S. roads are underinflated. Drivers could save up to two billion gallons of gas each year simply by prop­ erly inflating our tires. Check a vehicle owner's manual or the tire itself for the proper tire inflation psi number. • Clear the air. A clogged air filter can increase fuel consumption by as much as 10 percent. Air filters keep impurities from damaging the interior of the engine, so re­ placing dirty filters will save gas and protect the engine. • Stop friction. High-per­ formance motor oils can make meaningful improvements to your car's fuel economy and engine life. For instance, nu­ merous independent studies have documented that Royal Purple® motor oil improves fuel economy by as much as five percent or more and dramatically reduces en­ gine wear. Additionally, us­ ing Royal Purple® motor oil, as opposed to conventional oils, allows for more miles between oil changes, reduc­ ing maintenance costs and the amount of time spent on maintenance. You'll pay a little more for premium mo­ tor oil, but the savings in fuel and the reduced maintenance costs more than make up for the higher price. Learn more at www.royalpurpleinfo.com. • Do your research. Shop around for the best prices on auto insurance. Prices vary from company to company, so it pays to do your homework. Get at least three pricequotes. You can call companies di­ rectly or access information on the Internet. Your state's insurance regulator may also provide price comparisons. Those in the know can save hundreds of dollars a year on automotive expenses with a little time, research and bet­ ter-performing products. Easy Changes Save Money on Auto Expenses Free Internet and e-mail classes are offered every Tuesday and Thursday between 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Public Access Internet Site in the JobLink Career Center at Family Central (the old Ashe Central High School) in Jefferson. Ashe County Alzheimer's Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Ashe Services for Aging. Call >246-2461 for info or 877-9332 for details. Better Breaths Club meets the last Tuesday of each month from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the AMH Mt. Hearts Facility. This club is for people with respiratory problems who want to learn more about living with their disease. Contact Lincare at 246-4944. Ashe County Arts Council meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. Call 846-ARTS for more information. Parent Support Group at Family Central meets Tuesday evenings, 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. with snacks and quality childcare provided, free and open to the public. Come share concerns and ideas with other parents, and learn helpful strategies. For more information, please contact Maribeth Pierce at 982-4311 ext. 229. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Mondays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at 7:30 p.m. For details, call 384-1940. Light fixtures can melt Have an event you'd like Progress Lighting Inc., is recalling Trim Assembly Kits for Recessed Light Fixtures sold nationwide from July 2006 to December 2006. Heat from the light bulb can cause the fixture's plastic trim to soften and melt, causing the trim and lens to fall. This can result in laceration injuries. Trim assembly kits in­ volved in this recall attach to recessed light fixtures in­ stalled primarily in bathroom ceilings. The trim assemblies include a 7 3/4-inch white Certain low- to moderateincome individuals or families may be eligible for money to construct, repair or improve household water well systems through 1 percent interest loans from the Foundation for Affordable Drinking Water. The Foundation was estab­ lished through the National Ground Water Association. Qualified applicants can borrow up to $8,000 at 1 per­ cent interest for a term not to exceed 20 years. To qualify, households must: • Own the home and use it as the principal residence. • Have as the primary drinking water source an in­ dividual household well sys­ tem located on the property of the home. • Must meet income eligi­ bility requirements. • Be located in a city, town or unincorporated area with a population of less than 50,000. Currently, the program is available in Alabama, Colo­ rado, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Massachu­ setts, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, West Virginia and Wisconsin. to see listed? Send it to: cpowers@jeffersonpost.com Breathe... Don't Burn! Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: WANT TO BUY •Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red LOGS, STANDING TIMBER 0RTIMBERLAND For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads •Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Burn permits issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: www.ncair.0r2 1 (877) OPEN BURN 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem. NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 (Thu ad paid for by 8 violator of the open burning law.) �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, JANUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS And the walls came tumbling down... Photos by Tom Fowler/www.tomfowler.net Tom Fowler's photos from high in the sky show the dramatic change that has happened at the corner of U.S. 221 and Jefferson Avenue in recent days. The old Arby's, along with sevreal other buildings, have been demolished to make way for a new CVS drug store. The present store, located adjacent to Ingle's, will be moving later this year to the new site. Foxx comments on president's passing WASHINGTON—After attending the funeral ser­ vice at the National Cathe­ dral for the late President of the United States Gerald R. Ford on Tuesday, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) issued the following statement: "Our nation suffered a significant loss with the passing of President Ford. A combat veteran of WWII and a dedicated public ser­ vant, he devoted his life to America and the betterment of all its citizens. Known as a 'man of the House,' Gerald R. Ford served in the House of Representatives for 25 years and was elevated to the post of Minority Leader through his hard work, hon­ esty and integrity. "Those integral qualities made Gerald R. Ford a natu­ ral choice for Vice-President, and after a terrible national nightmare, Ford ascended to the Presidency and served with the compassion and dignity needed to heal the wounds of a scarred nation. "Today's service was a wonderful celebration of President Ford's life and legacy and I was honored to be in attendance. He was a wonderful man who cared deeply for his country and served it with unprecedent­ ed grace in a time of need. "President Ford had close ties to the Fifth District of North Carolina, as an active supporter of Wake Forest University in Winston-Sa­ lem. President Ford's eldest son, Mike received a degree from Wake Forest Univer­ sity in 1972 and since 1981 he has been the director of student development. Mike's wife, Gayle also graduated from Wake Forest University in 1973. President Ford was a dedicated friend of Wake Forest University and an ac­ tive supporter of the Univer­ sity through speaking en­ gagements, fundraising and educational lectures. "My thoughts and prayers go out to the Ford family for their loss. I hope the comfort of friends and a grateful na­ tion will help ease the pain of their loss." Sharing the past Photo courtesy of Deborah Hess The first grade classes at Blue Ridge Elementary School would like to thank Ina Mae Oliver of Creston for speaking to the students as part of a unit on "Then and Now" held this past fall. Ms. Oliver started teaching in 1935 and taught for 41 years. It's not too late to get a flu shot! RALEIGH, NC - Ongoing surveillance by the state's Division of Public Health in­ dicates that North Carolina is in the midst of its flu sea­ son. State health officials are therefore reiterating the need for North Carolinians to be vaccinated against influen­ za (flu) disease. "There's a misconception that January is too late to get immunized," said Dr. Leah Devlin, State Health Direc­ tor. "It's not too late. In fact, if you get immu­ nized now, you can still avoid the worst part of our flu season and protect not only yourself, but also your loved ones from the disease." North Carolina's flu sea­ son usually peaks in midFebruary to March. The state monitors flu activity through a sentinel provider network and a hospital emergency department surveillance sys­ tem (known as NC DETECT). Eighty health providers across North Carolina report the number of their patients who are experiencing influen­ za-like illness (ILI), which is a fever of at least 100 degrees and cough or sore throat. Ad­ ditionally, 90 hospitals report daily emergency department visits electronically through NC DETECT. Thursday's sen­ tinel report shows that flu ac­ tivity continues to increase in the state, with sentinel sites reporting 2.49 percent and emergency departments re­ porting 9.04 percent of visits due to ILI. Vaccinations are recom­ mended for anyone who wants to decrease the risk of influen­ za. While anyone can get the flu, many groups, including people aged 50 years or older, children aged 6 months to 59 months, those with chronic illnesses (heart disease, lung disease, kidney disease, dia­ betes), and pregnant women, are at highest risk for compli­ cations. In addition, those in close contact with these high risk persons, such as health care personnel, and healthy household contacts and care­ givers of high risk persons, are also at increased risk and should get vaccinated. As in any flu season, Dr. Devlin strongly urges people to take basic precautions to prevent contracting or spread­ ing the flu. "Avoid contact with ill persons and frequent­ ly wash your hands to reduce your risk of infection," she said. Anyone who is coughing or sneezing should cover their nose and mouth with a hand­ kerchief to limit spread of the virus. Influenza symptoms begin suddenly and may include fever, severe headache and body aches, sore throat and cough. Fever, chills, muscle/joint pain and ex­ treme fatigue also charac­ terize the dis­ ease. The flu can make a person more susceptible to pneumonia, an illness that puts a severe strain on the heart and lungs espe­ cially dangerous for people who already suffer from heart or lung disease. If you get the flu, stay home, get plenty of rest, drink a lot of liquids, and avoid using alcohol and to­ bacco products. Also, you can take medications such as acet­ aminophen (e.g., Tylenol®) to relieve the fever and muscle aches associated with the flu. Never give aspirin to children or teenagers who have flu-like symptoms, particularly fever. Devlin said that people should remain alert for pos­ sible flu infection. People who are at increased risk of com­ plications should consult their health care provider when flu symptoms begin. Persons not at high risk for complications should consult their health care provider if they are con­ cerned about their illness or if their flu symptoms are unusu­ ally severe (for instance, trou­ ble breathing) or prolonged. Each year in the United States, between 5 and 20 per­ cent of the population is in­ fected with influenza. Approx­ imately 36,000 people die and more than 200,000 people are hospitalized because of influ­ enza complications. Since in­ fluenza is unpredictable, and different types and strains of influenza circulate through­ out the flu season, the CDC's Advisory Committee on Im­ munization Practices (ACIP) recommends that influenza vaccine be offered throughout the influenza season- even Scooter Baby is a beautiful, is a playful gentle Sheltie found Weimaraner/Lab in Bald Mtn. area. mix , 6 wks old Positive results w/crate and ready to come training. Needs regular | home with you!! exercise. after influenza has begun to appear in a community. For more information about influenza and influenza vac­ cine visit www.immunizenc. com or www.cdc.gov/flu. To find a flu clinic in your area visit http://www.mrnc.org/fcf/. A list of health departments is available at http://www.ncalhd.org/county.htm. Bert and Ernie are little black balls of fur with bright blue eyes of 7 wks old who will bring a smile toyour face with their playful antics. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located between Little's Gym and SkyLine Telephone We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West lefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com f � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0109 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., January 9, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com/" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-01-09 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/905bff289b31f9cf640b23a0f0ad1bf3.pdf 93cbfe76622b6126da7cc09647fc1ac7 PDF Text Text Mountaineers defeat UT Friday page 1B Lady Mountaineers lose to WCU page 1B January 12, 2007 aiSI 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com School counselor honored SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 4 page 1B Tarleton to take oath Hearing set on wind mills sion, this hearing will receive public comment on the project. Plans for a $65 million The meeting will be chaired by wind farm in Creston will go Commissioner William T. Cul­ before the N.C. Utilities Com­ pepper III. The other two com­ mission later this month. missioners scheduled to be The project is planned by present are Lorinzo L. Joyner Northwest Wind Developers and Robert V. Owens Jr. After receiving testimony LLC, a company created by former County Commissioner in Jefferson, the same com­ Dr. Richard Calhoun and his missioners will reconvene the brother, Tommy. Dr. Calhoun hearing in Raleigh on Tues­ proposed the project last year. day, Feb. 13, at 9:30 a.m. in According to papers filed with the Utilities Commission of­ the Utilities Commission, it fices. "At that time, they will would include between 25 hear from expert witnesses, and 28 large windmills, to be as well as receive further pub­ located on Big Springs Moun­ lic comment, if any," Bennink tain in Creston. The docu­ said. After that, the three will ments say the land to be used make a decision on the certifi­ would border "Rich Hill Road, cate. If all three can reach a Willie Walker Road, Roaring unanimous decision,it will not Fork Road, Big Springs Road be necessary for the matter to go before the full commission. and East Big Springs Road." The hearing will begin the The decision, either yes or no, process to determine whether is subject to appeal. The application for this or not Northwest Wind Devel­ opers should receive a Cer­ project was originally submit­ tificate of Public Convenience ted to the Utilities Commis­ and Necessity from the com­ sion on Oct. 27, 2006. Copies of that application, and all mission. The first part of the hear­ other paperwork received ing will convene at 7 p.m. in since then, may be found on­ the small courtroom of Ashe line at the Utilities Commis­ County Courthouse in Jef­ sion website (www.ncuc.comferson. According to Robert merce.state.nc.us), using the H. Bennink Jr., director and search engine for SP-167, Sub chief counsel of the commis­ 1. by Jim Thompson Editor Representative-elect Cullie Tarleton will be sworn in on Saturday, Jan. 13 at 11 a.m. The ceremony will take place in the County Com­ mission chambers of the Post photo by Linda Burchette Ashe County Arts Council Executive Director Jane Lonon, from left,Nancy Kautz with Healthy Carolinians Task Force and Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Beth Dixon discuss a sidewalk art project to enhance the WJ Locomotion Fitness Trail in downtown West Jeffer­ son. Artists are invited to submit their designs for a competition. Sidewalk art coming to trail Step aboard an exciting project with the WJ Loco­ motion Trail and add your unique touch to a fitness trail in the downtown. The Healthy Carolinians Task Force in partnership with the Town of Wesfe Jef­ ferson, the Ashe County Arts Council, and the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce an­ nounces a contest to create new works of public art in downtown West Jefferson.The Locomotion Trail is designed to encourage increased physi­ cal activity and increased pe­ destrian traffic in downtown West Jefferson. A competition will be held to involve the community in creating works of public art that will be integrated into concrete squares placed at strategic points marking the trail. The trail markers will include a bronze plaque with the Locomotion logo of a train engine and a fiddle. Both these symbols are reflective of the spirit of the town and mottos associated with the partment of Motor Vehicles. Little said he has concerns about the cost to the county to operate the tag office, but the county has no choice if the county wants office here. Chairman Richard Black1 burn said he believes that since the licensing of motor vehicles is a government op­ eration, a government entity should be the one to operate the office. Two commissioners, Little and County Manager Dan McMillan recently visit­ ed McDowell County to learn about their situation, and a similar situation has taken place in Watauga County with the county taking over their tag office after it was closed by the state. The Ashe County tag office closed in November and for a brief period Ashe residents were forced to travel to Boone to deal with vehicle licensing issues. Since last month, a part-time operation has been conducted at the DMV office in Jefferson, but only one staff member for this service being offered only three days a week has created hardship for resi­ dents, said Blackburn. Blackburn said that al­ though the county has no desire to expand local govern­ ment, someone needs to take over operation of the tag of­ fice. McMillan said that while the county could operate the tag office, it wouldn't be the best choice. The responsibili­ ties are cumbersome, he said, because of the time involved in title searches. Space is lim­ ited in the tax administration office, which is already hav­ ing to find room for two or three extra personnel being added to perform in-county property reassessment duties. Watauga County had no room in its courthouse, he said, and had to buy a building nearby at considerable expense while McDowell County will either make a small amount of rev­ enue or break even in cost versus expense. Little said Ashe County annually taxes 30-31,000 ve­ hicles, and McMillan said that wouldn't pay for the county operation. The state will provide equipment but the county would have to provide the paper and staff, said Poe, and while it would be a burden on the tax administration office, she doesn't see that the coun­ ty has any choice. Space for the tag office could be planned for the new law enforcement center, Mc­ Millan noted, and that might be appropriate since the DMV will be located there. But that would not be for another two years. The board voted for the county to apply to the state to take over the tag office and to have it temporarily located in the tax administration suite, staffed by county employees supervised by Little. See Trail, page 5A County to take over tag office operation by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Long lines and frustrating delays may soon be eased for Ashe residents dealing with the pouiY^y tag office as the beard of commissioners plans to apply to the state to take over this agency. The board voted four to one at Monday's meeting to send an application to Raleigh, and expect if approved to operate the motor vehicle licensing of­ fice in the tax administration suite on the second floor of the courthouse until space may be made available in the planned law enforcement center. Commissioner Larry Rhodes voted against the county's plan to take over the tag office saying he believed private enterprise should be considered by the state as appropriate to operate the agency. Operation of the tag office will provide the county little or no revenue, he said, and could cost the county to operate. Rhodes said the board has been told it is a county deci­ sion to apply, but he believes it is a state mandate because if the county says no to oper­ ating the tag office, then the county will be without one. By sitting on applications, he said, the state is not giving free enterprise an opportu­ nity. Commissioner Judy Poe said she was told by a person in Raleigh that the state had received several applications from Ashe County for opera­ tion of the tag office, but these had not been reviewed, and if the county applied, that appli­ cation would be reviewed. So the state basically wants counties to take over tag office operations, Poe said. The state wants a govern­ ment entity to take over, said Tax Administrator Keith Lit­ tle, but it wouldn't be a coun­ ty operation. It would be the county working for the De­ Post file photo Rep. Cullle Tarleton Watauga County Administra­ tion Building. Shirley Wal­ lace, Ashe County Register of Deeds, will administer the oath of office. A reception will follow the ceremonies. "This is an exciting time for us," said Tarleton. "Syl­ via and I worked hard dur­ ing the campaign and we're very grateful to the citizens of Ashe County for giving me the opportunity to serve them in the North Carolina House. Now that the campaigns are over, I'm focusing on serving the people of the district. I invite all my Ashe Cpunty friends and supporter^) .ioirv us on Saturday and I'm espe­ cially grateful to my friend, Shirley Wallace, for swearing me in." "I have been very busy since the election," Tarleton commented. "I have set up an office in Raleigh, hired a legislative assistant, held nu­ merous meetings with other elected officials across the district and have met with several constituents and con­ stituent groups. I've spent several days in Raleigh al­ ready and look forward to the opening session on January 24th. My Raleigh address is 1109 Legislative Building; Raleigh, N.C. 27601, phone number is 919-733-2599." Tarleton, a native of Union County, now lives in Blowing Rock with his wife, Sylvia. Ministry plans countywide yard sale by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor If you like yard sales, you're going to love this idea. One giant yard sale all along NC 88 from Laurel Springs to Trade, Tennessee. That's the idea of Ashe Outreach Minis­ tries in an effort to boost the local economy and hopefully provide more support for this charitable organization. Representatives of Ashe Outreach Ministries appeared before the county commission­ ers Monday to seek financial support in advertising and first year implementation for the 88 yard sale project they plan to put into action Me­ morial Day weekend. Com­ missioners were intrigued by the idea, but took no action regarding the group's request for $9,000. Contact Us By mail: .Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com The yard sale idea comes from Bob Hartsoe, owner of the building Ashe Outreach Ministries occupies and par­ ticipant with the organiza­ tion. Hartsoe had heard about similar sales held in other areas, including one in Ken­ tucky that is about 400 miles long and another attempt­ ing to go from coast to coast. There are over 50 such yard sales across the country, he said, and thought it would be a great idea for Ashe County. The group chose NC 88 as the path for this approxi­ mately 51 mile long yard sale and plan to bill it as "most scenic in America." They hope it will add more than $1.5 mil­ lion to the local economy and that participants will donate a portion of their proceeds to Ashe Outreach Ministries. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,008 U.S. service people killed (as of 1/10) 22,834 U.S. service people wounded (as of 1/10) Every resident, business, church, etc. along NC 88 would be invited to partici­ pate by setting up in their own area and Ashe Outreach Min­ istries would try to provide sites where those without a space or those who don't live along NC 88 could rent and set up. Participation would be voluntary and all sales would be the responsibility of the seller. Hartsoe said in some of these extended yard sales, vendors make an average of $500. There are no failures in this type project, Hartsoe said, so Ashe Outreach Minis­ tries sees this as an opportu­ nity to help local people and the county, which is a mission of the organization. Ashe Outreach Ministries is a non-profit organization Crimestoppers A 1990 John Deere tractor was stolen from the corner of Buffalo Road and Kemp Circle sometime between Nov. 27 and Dec. 4. The owner is now offering a $500 reward (in addition to a Crimestoppers reward) for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible. Those with information should call Crimestoppers at 219-2600. Carpool available for ceremony Persons who would like to carpool to Boone dedicated to helping feed the community through such ef­ forts as BackPacks for School Kids, Soup For You, the Food Pantry, and five Mobile Meals routes. Members offer nour­ ishment for the body and the soul in "Feeding Beyond the Surface," impacting the lives of over 1,100 people each month with 15,000 pounds of food and plenty of fellowship. "What excites me most about the potential of this highway yard sale project is that there is a whole culture of people outside the county who come to yard sales for entertainment and some to stock up their antique stores," said Rev. Rob Brooks, director of Ashe Outreach Ministries. "Their spending would help the local economy and help us See Sale, page 5A for Rep. Cullie Tarleton's swearing in ceremo­ ny at Watauga County Courthouse should meet at Democratic headquarters at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday. The headquarters is located in the old Centura Bank building in West Jefferson. Holiday closings All federal, state and county offices will be closed Monday in honor of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Post offices and banks will be closed as well. The county's landfill and conve­ nience centers will remain open. The Jefferson Post will be open normal business hours. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Postal Service plans 'Intelligent Mail' revolution WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Postal Service® to­ day presented its new vision to revolutionize business mail by using standardized intel­ ligent barcodes, continuous mail tracking, and real-time feedback to business custom­ ers. These services, referred to as Intelligent Mail®, will be fully operational for all commercial mailers by 2009. "Intelligent Mail is like having a GPS system for mail," said Postmaster Gen­ eral and Chief Executive Offi­ cer John E. 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During their office as Co-Vice Presidents, Ashe County ECA members hosted the Northwest Dis­ trict Fall Educational Lead­ ership Training in October at the Jefferson United Meth­ odist Church. One hundred and thirty six ECA volunteer leaders attended the meeting where training was provided for club leaders in the topic areas of: Building Strong and Healthy Families, Develop­ ing Leadership and Commu­ nity Capacity, Fostering Fam­ ily Resiliency, and Promoting Safe and Healthy Environ­ ments, and Leadership Train­ ing for Club Officers. "Ashe County is fortunate to have active ECA Clubs," said Carolyn Shepherd, Inter­ im County Extension Direc­ tor. "The volunteer efforts of these ladies for the 2006 year are valued at over $61,000.00 for the hours they have given to volunteer projects that have benefited our county." Ashe County ECA will host the District Spring Meeting in April. North Carolina State Uni­ versity and North Carolina A&T State University commit themselves to positive action to secure equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability. In addition, the two Universities welcome all persons without regard to sexual orientation. Elegant feel in new bridal collection The Jim Hjelm Spring 2007 Bridal and Occasions Collections present a beauti­ ful, polished look that, once again, proves designer Francesca Pitera's ability to please even the most selective bride. With her emphasis on unique shapes, Pitera demonstrates that she knows just how to makes a bride look and feel radiant on her wedding day. Pitera incorporates excep­ tional combinations of tex­ ture and color with dazzling beading and ornate lace to give her collection a chic, lus­ trous look. The Jim Hjelm Spring 2007 Bridal Collection makes an impression with its inno­ vative shapes, including slim mermaid skirts, sleek A-line gowns, stunning circular skirts, asymmetrical draped bodices, flowing trumpet gowns, and a stylish tiered bubble skirt. Pitera adds just the right amount of embellish­ ment with intricate beading, pearl detailing and delicate lace in all the right places. She integrates crystal trim into everything from straps and bodices right down to the hems. She provides excit­ ing new pieces such as a lace wrap jacket, gowns with back and side inverted pleats, and a gown with a pleated, elongat­ ed torso. Pitera pleases with her silk satin skimmers, one of which has a wide, crystalbeaded band at the waist and a cowl neckline. In addition to including ultra-feminine ac­ cents like gathered tulle and crystal-encrusted bodices, the Jim Hjelm bride gets a girly touch of color with a beauti­ ful Blush silk satin. She uses many strapless scooped neck­ lines, deep scoopbacks, and front and back "V" necklines, as well as numerous chapel trains and some sweep trains. The collection's exceptional shapes and splendid embel­ lishments give it a truly oneof-a-kind look that will surely take any bride's breath away. The Jim Hjelm Occasions Spring 2007 Collection offers styles that flatter a woman's body and make her feel gor­ geous with pleated bodices, A-line dresses, chiffon empire bodices and dropped waists. An emphasis on tie sashes in bold hues gives the collection an extra feminine touch,while crisscross backs, ruffle hems and draped chiffon streamers accentuate the dresses while still maintaining a simple yet elegant look. Pitera uses soft chiffon, smooth satin, matte and satin-faced taffetas, silk shantung, and touches of tulle, mixed with lovely rib­ bon bows and lace accents. This season's palette includes Moss, Sienna, Scarlet, Egg­ plant, Teal, Pineapple, Bis- quit and Chocolate. Pitera features long, sophisticated trumpet gowns and flirty, tealength dresses, both of which are very versatile and can be worn as cocktail dresses after the wedding day. Pitera's astute eye for brid­ al design allows her to trans­ form the latest fashion trends into timeless yet distinctively beautiful gowns. Through her combination of delicate lace, crystal detailing and fluid shapes, she succeeds yet again in reflecting pure ele­ gance and beauty, and provid­ ing the perfect look and fit for any bride or bridesmaid with the Jim Hjelm Spring 2007 Bridal and Occasions Collec­ tions. See our 'Wedding Wishes' special feature in the January 16 edition of-the Jefferson Post —e&e— es. Brandy Staton and Daniel Wayt of Jefferson would like to announce the birth of their daugh­ ter, Julieann Jaden Wayt, on January 8, 2007. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital. She weighed eight pounds and three ounces, and was 20 inches long. Her grandmother is Joyce Wayt. Alexis welcomed her new sister home. Patricia Treadway and Scott Bledsoe of Crumpler would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Jasmine Paige Bledsoe, on January 2, 2007. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital, and weighed six pounds and six ounces. She was 19 inches long. Her grand­ parents are James and Peggy Bledsoe, and Jed and Guyona Treadway. Latino Unidos, anteriormente High Country Amigos, in­ vito a todos los interesados a un convivio y conversacion sobre la comunidad Hispana/ Latina el domingo 21 de enero 2007 a las 5:00pm en el centra comunitario de Family Central. La meta de este convivio y con­ versacion es reunir a los miembros de la comunidad His­ pana/Latina, con otros interesados en trabajar con Latinos Unidos para discutir el propdsito y futuras direcciones de Latinos Unidos. * Pass Discount Ticket Restrictions Apply I GIFT CARPS NOW ON SALE! REGAL 7 210 New Market St Center 828-262-3800 8Q0-FANDANGQ 254* DREAMGIRLS (PG-13)DIG Fri. (345) 700 1005 Sat. & Sun. 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(420) THE HOLIDAY (PG-13)DIG Sat & Sun. 420 Times For 1/12 -1/14 ©2007 www REGmovHis.com Como ustedes saben, la organizacidn regional de High Country Amigos cerrd recientemente y Latinos Unidos esta regresando a I grupo de rakes locales para mejor servir las necesidades especificas del drea. Este es un tiempo importante para el grupo y para la comunidad Hispana /Latina en general, asi que por favor venga y participe para asegurarse de que su voz sea escuchada. Para mas informacidn I la me al Centro Latino al 982-3954 'roblems? ttEGAL CINEMAS Auto Home Life Business Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. Life Insurance issued by Nationwide life Insurance Company. Home Office: Columbus, OH 43215-2220. Nationwide, the Nationwide Framemark and On Your Side are federally registered service marks o( Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. NO INTEREST ^ ZOO?/ NATIONAL DECEMBER 26TH JANUARY 23RD MONTH Baby News Amy and Jacob Foose of Deep Gap would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Katelyn Nicole Foose, on December 28, 2006, at Watauga Medical Center. She weighed six pounds and six ounces. Susan Hawley and Justin Lee of Deep Gap would like to announce the birth of their son, Ethan Greyson Lee, on January 1, 2007. He was born at the Watauga Medical Center and weighed eight pounds and eight ounces. Judy and Brian White of Todd would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Haley Marie White, on January 2, 2007. She was born at the Watauga Medical Center and weighed six pounds and eight ounc­ the regional organi­ zation of High Coun­ try Amigos recently closed and Latinos Unidos is returning to a local grassroots group to better meet the specific needs of the area. This is an important time for the group and for the Hispanic/Latino community in gen­ eral, so please come and participate to make sure your voice is heard. For more information, call the Latino Cen­ ter at 982-3954. Latinos Unidos, formerly High Coun­ try Amigos, invites everyone interested to a Hispanic/La­ tino Community Pot Luck and Conver­ sation on Sunday, January 21, 2007 at 5:00 at the Family Central Community Center. The goal of the meal and con­ versation is to bring together members of the Hispanic/Latino community, along with others interest­ ed in working with Latinos Unidos, to discuss the purpose and future directions of Latinos Unidos. As you may know, BONUS GIFTS! 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Ghandi once said, "The difference between what we do and what we are ca­ pable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world's ...HMMTA... HAV problems..." fcEST GUESS « Monday is not an In the process, they shat­ In our own little commu­ CLOVP African-American holiday. tered the power of the old nity of Todd, we see an ex­ It is an American holiday, planter-and-good-ole-boy ample of how we have failed honoring one of the great­ class which enriched itself to do what we are capable of est patriots and leaders, from cheap, poorly edu­ doing. Development in the both spiritual and secular, cated labor. New, dynamic flood plain is something that leaders—from town hall CjuCSE-T \ of the 20th century. no one in the community Dr. Martin Luther King to Washington—emerged. wants, or considers wise. The Jr. and his followers accom­ The degrading and waste­ Houck family did not want to plished a revolution in ful system of Jim Crow sell their property and does which violence was kept segregation was broken. not want houses in the flood All this gave the South to a minimum—and which plain in front of their family fcT LONG LAST, VAUNTED , \T OMLY ^VEFLY, LOVAFS TO THE tAOJVJTMNS always came from their a new face. Investors now home. They needed cash to were willing to bring better care for their mother and to opponents. By strength of will and courage, the jobs into an area that had support their fledgling busi­ Painting opponents of a ter, throwing your bottle or women and men of the finally ended the legacy of ness. There are others with pull-'em-out-now policy as can along the roadside or risk­ Civil Rights Movement slavery. More people moved a similar story: land, but no ing DUI when getting pulled stupid "space cadets" is typi­ transformed the United into the region as the image cash (aqd often no job or an over? I've often entertained cal of the sort of angry, short­ of Boss Hogg faded into the States, a process they set insufficient job), no medical the thought that Anheiser sighted rhetoric that helped distant past in the national insurance and no retirement in motion and which con­ imagination. the Register of Deeds office) Busch and the numerous fast secure failure for our nation tinues today. fund. in places like Vietnam and All this happened The South in which we Other landowners in the to discuss flood plain devel­ food chains should be help­ But, thankfully, because people like Dr. valley (115 of them) signed a opment. Please attend or ing to address this growing Somalia. live is shockingly different silly insults don't win many from the region in which King risked—and in some petition requesting a morato­ send your suggestions and nasty mess considering their converts to the cause, espe­ Dr. King was born in 1929, cases gave—their lives for rium on flood plain develop­ thoughts to them, in care of product and their customers cially when that cause calls a dream. As he said in one or even the one in which ment for 16 different reasons. the secretary to the board, have a direct or indirect bear­ for the voluntary retreat and aclark@ashe- ing on this continuing moun­ he first came to pastor of his famous speeches, this Environmental and business Ann Clark: tain of roadside garbage. I humiliation of the mightiest in Montgomery, Ala. The was really the American groups in the area have been countygov.com. Dream—a dream from In closing I'd like to share also give thought to the do military force the world has South of the first half of the active in voicing their oppo­ known. The 'strategic rede­ 20th century was backward which non-white people sition. Tourists and recre­ this bit of a poem by Naomi badders in our prison system whiling the day away watch­ ployment' (i.e. retreat by an­ economically and social­ had been systematically ational users of the valley are Shihab Nye: excluded for centuries. ing TV, playing basketball or other name) approach would ly. Poverty was rampant, shocked and appalled. As we honor the mem­ When it was only a dream to lifting weights and how the also require that we give up some of it Third World in Months ago, the Todd Com­ State and D.O.T could use plans to meaningfully help severity. The public educa­ ory of Dr. King, people in munity Preservation Organi­ be built the High Country have zation declined to, print con­ And people moved here, be­ this wasting resource as a nurture fledgling democra­ tional system was a nation­ unique opportunity method to help us keep our cies in the region. al disgrace in many areas. a servation information in their lieving If not us, who? If not now, to see one of the Civil And someone with sky and area clean and beautiful. Ul­ Outside investment was newsletter in fear of backlash when? The only real chance timately though, responsibil­ mostly in lower end jobs, Rights Movement's great­ from a community not want­ birds in his heart these people have for rising such as in mills. High tech­ est heroes. On Tuesday, ing to be told what to do with Said this would be a good ity belongs to those who are from the darkness of dictato­ Rev. Joseph Lowery, councaring or negligent enough place for a park. nology, for the period, was their property. The Houcks rial oppression is the United to be the direct cause. confined to the Northeast founder with Dr. King of said they were hurt that no the Southern Christian How much Wendy's, Mc­ States and its allies. To help Let us join together in our and Midwest. one in the community at­ them achieve and enjoy free­ Conference All this has changed, Leadership tempted to speak to them di­ love of Ashe County and the Donalds, KFC, Arby's, et al dom is nothing less than garbage is thrown in the back oldest river on the continent. largely because Dr. King and and an organizer of the rectly or offer help. They tried of one's pickup only to blow noble. To deny that we can Thank you.1 the Civil Rights Movement Montgomery bus boycott, to get help from the Farm Bu­ will speak at Appalachian out when speeds reach the and should win this fight is broke down the legal barri­ reau, but with no real success. Martha Enzmann point of enabling it? No, I'm to deny that we are the great­ ers that separated African- State University. Details For my part I can say that I Todd not a pickup hater but rather est hope for the world's most will be found on page 6A in failed to conquer my fear of American people from a pickup driver for years, but vulnerable citizens. If we are this issue. their constitutional rights. being labeled "outsider" and one who doesn't use the bed lacking, it's not in the ability, that fear prevented me from as a garbage bin for things but in the will to finish the pursuing all avenues includ­ job. Simply calling it all a that will blow out. ing more attempts to contact I'm not sure that there's a mistake or a lie is in itself a the Houcks. silver bullet that will elimi­ mistake and a lie. It seems to me that we The United States has a nate this mess, but a good have allowed our fears and To the Editor: grassroots effort by us, you greater purpose. We can ac­ false conclusions about one Having visited Ashe Coun­ cept it, or we can shrink from another to block the attain­ ty since 1971, one of the con­ and I as friends and neigh­ the responsibility. Our goal bors, giving a real effort to ment of our real desires and stant draws was always the make sure we do our part must be to trust our own good physical beauty, great people, needs. will and use our awesome The question of flood plain and clean environment of the would greatly help. If we can might to free the hopelessly take a few garbage bags and development hides the ques­ area. Unfortunately, only two enslaved by seeking out and tion of personal property of the three still exist. Living walk through our area once destroying the forces of op­ a month or whenever able to rights, which hides something here fulltime now, I have seen pression, whether or not it is bigger. Is it an incomplete a steady progression of gar­ pick up some of what's there, politically correct and popular it would make a huge differ­ understanding of the nature bage along our roadsides and with "frightened and poorly of our relationship with the strewn across our beautiful ence. We could and should informed" appeasers and the also encourage or insist that world? If we arrived at our landscape. our tax dollars be spent help­ anti-anything-America-does personal property rights by I suppose one could make crowd. taking that property from the argument that an in­ ing this effort with the appro­ War is hell. People young priate state or county agen­ those who were here before crease in people has caused and old should not die in it. us, can that concept ever be an increase in garbage and cies spending more time and And just as true is the fact aligned with the truth? In our I'm sure this is true, how­ effort to do the same. Let's that running away from the attempts to serve our neigh­ ever, much of the problem is also not forget that should we bad guys because they've bors and those in our com­ caused by blatant disregard. see someone who is the cause bloodied you will not save munity who have been badly This is evidenced by the type of making a mess, let them you. Indeed, history proves Member: (USPS 441-810) know that it's not appreci­ N.C. Press Association served by the world, we resort of trash with beer cans/bottles that only decisive and unam­ to pseudo-solutions, such as and fast food refuse being the ated. I've done so a few times biguous victory over men of Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. moderate flood plain develop­ overwhelming cause of this and in spite of the knuckle- evil intent can ensure true Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. ment even though those expe­ shameful mess to our land­ heads telling me to mind my Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. and lasting peace. rienced with the river would scape. In particular, Hwy 194 own business, perhaps they'll Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com think twice for using our back­ not build in the flood plain and Hwy 221 get the dubious Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ Drew Martin themselves. This only serves honor of having the most sig­ yards as their garbage can. ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new Jefferson That is assuming they can to further violate our ethics. nificant volume of trash along and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. think which is questionable. It is a vicious circle. their borders. "Scenic" Hwy I can think of a possible 194 from Baldwin to Todd is One way or another, we've got Editor - Jim Thompson solution. It seems that there going to have to either drop to do better as this continuing Publisher - Cabot Hamilton is a great need for us all to that name badge or "scenic" and worsening eye sore is get­ Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop ting out of hand. act together, to really care for will need to be redefined. I personally find it offen­ one another and all of God's Elliot Bigman Assistant Editor Linda Burchette creation, as we would for our­ sive and embarrassing that The editorial page of the Todd selves, to truly begin to heal this has to be part of our ev­ Copy Editor • -Coy Powers Jefferson Post is available, our world in our small com­ eryday regimen when going Sports/General News Reporter Michael Graybeal free of charge, for readers munity. Let us think in terms to work, school, town, or shop­ Classifieds Manager Geraldine Hartzog to express their views. All of what we really want and ping. It has gotten worse by it takes is a letter to the Receptionist/Data Input Sandra Osborne need, in a big and bold way. anyone's account and at the editor. The subject of the Advertising Sales Teresa Roark Laws My suggestion is just one rate of growth we're enjoy­ letters should be a matter Advertising Sales Ashley Calhoun idea, but I ask you to consider ing (or suffering depending of community interest and it. I suggest that, as a com­ on perspective), it will only To the Editor: Graphic Arts Director Deb Holder-Caine should be limited to 700 munity, as a county (with the continue to get worse. Having So there's a "mandate" to Graphic Artist/Webmaster Kelly Elliott words. help of the state and all citi­ had the opportunity to travel abandon all we've done and Letters must be signed zens), we purchase the New to other parts of the globe, hope to do for the people of with an address and Mailroom Department River flood plain for green I've seen beautiful, once pris­ Iraq? ['Waist Deep,' Dec. 19, phone number for verifi­ space...for park...for every­ tine beaches and forests that 20061 cation purposes. Only the Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Not so. While most Ameri­ one, for our earth and for our are now little more than lo­ writer's name and com­ future. Optional and stepped cal's garbage cans or toilets. cans polled are unhappy with Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, munity will be published. out over time, this could pro­ The residents don't have the the way things are going there, Letters must not be libel­ Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. vide a reconciliation and a pride, desire, or decency to most also want to accomplish ous and no poetry will be new beginning with compas­ contain trash as it should be the mission before leaving. accepted for publication. Postmaster, send address changes to: sion and mutuality. but rather just throw it down The brave Americans and Please address: To the Jefferson Post The Ashe County Com­ or out the window of their ve­ others who have sacrificed so Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. P.O. Box 808 much to bring stability and missioners and the Planning hicle. Box 808, West Jefferson, West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 Board are meeting jointly on I suggest that the huge peace to this troubled part of NC 28694 or email to January 18 at 3 p.m. in the proliferation of beer bottles the world will have done so jthompson @ jeffersonsecond floor conference room is the result of drinking and in vain if we leave before the All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. post.com. of the courthouse (through driving concerns. What's bet­ war is won. and may not be reproduced without permission. Letters to the Editor Garbage is piling up Express your views Accomplish the mission �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Foxx, senators, GOP candidate respond to Bush's plan We have received a vari­ ety of responses to President George Bush's Wednesday evening speech on Iraq, and his plan to send an addi­ tional 21,500 soldiers there. So far, all responses from elected officials or candidates have been from Republicans: against any violence. Prime Minister Maliki has issued a commitment to meet these challenges, and the President must hold him accountable to this pledge. It is my hope that the proposals put forth will lead to success in the war in Iraq. "Our troops deserve un­ wavering support and this new direction the President has implemented must show progress. Now is the time to unite as Americans, and not as partisan politicians. I look forward to the day when a free and democratic Iraqi government and its people, can defend themselves and be a model for others in the Middle East." rise to the challenge—the world is watching. It is criti­ cal for the Iraqi government to take immediate steps to disband the sectarian mili­ tias and death squads, pass key oil sharing legislation, and hold provincial elections. "I saw firsthand the need for security and stability in Iraq while visiting Baghdad and Balad in September. I believe it is essential we first end the violence that has es­ calated in the streets of Bagh­ dad if the Iraqi people are to live in peace and freedom. "I support a temporary surge in U.S. troops provided those troops are given a clear­ ly defined mission and achiev­ able military objectives. "Our success in Iraq will define the security of our chil­ dren as well as generations to come." U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx "The war in Iraq is critical to the Global War on Terror and we must continue to fight and defend against the terror­ ists there as much as at home. We must maintain our efforts to provide security and stabil­ ity for the Iraqi government and its people until they are able to do so themselves. We cannot walk away or we will face increased bloodshed at home and abroad. I applaud the President for recognizing the need for a new direction in the Iraq war in order to achieve this and presenting tangible solutions to the prob­ lems we currently face there. "This new approach has received approval by the top military leaders both at the Pentagon and in the field. I support making sure that the Iraqis take the lead and act aggressively and swiftly U.S. Sen. Richard Burr WASHINGTON, DC—U.S. Senator Richard Burr (R-NC) has made the following state­ ment regarding the Presi­ dent's remarks on Iraq: "I have always believed we must succeed in Iraq. Failure is not an option. We owe it to our troops and to the Iraqi people to remain committed to supporting a free and sta­ ble Iraq. "The Iraqi leadership must U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Dole WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Elizabeth Dole has made the following statement regarding the president's ad­ dress to the nation on his plan for Iraq: "To succeed in Iraq, it is clear that we need a new plan, as the president ac­ knowledged this evening. I am encouraged that the president's plan requires the Iraqis to play a much greater role in the stabilization of their country, and that his plan is more comprehensive than simply increasing the number of U.S. troops. "The status quo in Iraq is not acceptable. Mistakes have been made, but I strongly be­ lieve that we can and must succeed. The current security and political situation in Iraq is difficult, but a precipitous withdrawal would guarantee defeat and would have cata­ strophic implications for the security of our country and the stability of the Middle East region. "I am inclined to support the president's overall plan to make economic revitalization and reconstruction in Iraq a higher priority and to increase the U.S. troop pres­ ence to help the Iraqi gov­ ernment impose its author­ ity, weaken the militias, and bolster reconstruction. As a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and as a senator representing more than 100,000 North Carolina service members - many of whom will be deployed un­ der this proposal - I want to know more details about the specific missions these men and women will perform, and how this new direction will get the job done, stabilize Iraq, and allow our troops in harm's way to return home. "For example, I was pleased to hear that the president plans to assign additional troops to provide on-the-ground security after insurgents have been cleared from an area, thereby imple­ menting the 'hold' portion of the military's 'clear, hold, build' strategy. This security is essential to increase popu­ lar support for the Iraqi gov­ ernment and to rebuild infra­ structure. "In addition, I welcome the Administration putting for­ ward a plan to increase the overall size of the Army and Marine Corps. Our service chiefs have been request­ ing this for some time now, and with more and more be­ ing asked of our military, I strongly support an increase in the size of the Army and Marine Corps." ish and wasteful, and will not solve the economic problems of the Iraqi people. "Lifting people and the economy up out of the chaos they are in must be part of the solution. "I have called on Pres. Bush to implement what I call 'Op­ eration Economic Opportunity in Iraq to ensure that nation's oil capacity is brought to full capacity, so they can sell oil on the open market and build their own schools, roads and military - with their own mon­ ey. "We must get our troops off the streets and get them guarding the oil pipelines and refineries immediately. "We must reform the gov­ ernment bureaucracy in Iraq that is keeping funds from reaching the rebuilding proj­ ects that they so desperately need. "Productive, happy and John Cox gainfully employed people gen­ GOP candidate erally do not turn to terrorism. for president "In a nation of 25 million John Cox, the first an­ people, an estimated $75 bil­ nounced Republican presi­ lion more in annual oil revenue dential candidate, and former could Lift the nation out of pov­ president of the Republican erty, and bring hope and pros­ Party in Cook County, 111., re­ perity to a nation sitting on an leased the following statement ocean of oil. Wednesday evening: "By building up the Iraqi's "Pres. Bush's plan for a economy by returning oil pro­ 'surge' in troops to Iraq and an duction to full capacity, they additional $1 billion or more can become self-sufficient, and in taxpayer handouts is the then we can leave, knowing we wrong approach and will not have ensured a lasting peace. lead to victory. "We must give economic "The people of Iraq live in hope to the Iraqi people. Amer­ economic despair every day. ica can give them hope for the They lack hope, and many are future through economic op­ turning to terror and violence portunity and the personal and as a result. financial rewards that brings. "Sending more American "The Iraqi people must feel soldiers into Fallujah with vir­ they have a share in their na­ tual targets on their backs fails tion's prosperity and success. to address the economic reali­ Only then will we be able to ties on the ground. leave that nation, knowing we "Simply send i ng more troops have made it a shining star in and another billion dollars of the region and an example for taxpayer money to Iraq is fool­ others to follow." ASU student to sing at General Assembly convening ator Marc Basnight's chief of staff asking, me to choose someone from our district to sing the national anthem," Goss said. "Marjory Holder, who I have come to know over the past months, told me, about Anna and her beautiful voice." Holder's husband, Larry Turnbow, was Goss's cam­ paign manager. Eschbach and Holder sing together in the choir of St. Mary of the Hills Episcopal Church in Blowing Rock. "Anna is a wonderful so­ prano and very talented. She will represent the district very well," Holder said. BOONE—Anna Eschbach, a junior vocal performance major at Appalachian State University, will travel to Ra­ leigh Jan. 24 for the opening session of the N.C. General As­ sembly. She won't be at the capitol to watch state government at work. Eschbach has been in­ vited to sing the national an­ them for the General Assem­ bly by newly elected Senator Steve Goss, who represents the state's 45th district. "I received a call from Sen- Trail continued from front page project: "Fit as a Fiddle" and "Fiddling around Ashe." Art­ ist designs do not have to in­ clude these items in their ren­ derings, but they should note the proximity of the bronze plaque to their, proposed art­ work. The competition is open to any citizen residing in Ashe County age 15 and older. There is no limit to the num­ ber of entries one may submit. Artists may be considered for multiple awards. Five awards of $350 each will be awarded to local art­ ists as an honorarium for their design and for the ex­ ecution of the artwork. Award honorariums will cover artist fees and materials. The finished plaques will be 24 inches x 24 inches. De­ sign work must be executed and imbedded in concrete. The square will also include a bronze plaque identifying the Locomotion Trail. The size of the bronze plaque is 12 inch­ es x 6 inches centered at the bottom of the square. Artist renderings must take the lo­ cation of this component into consideration when submit­ ting their artwork. All work must be executed with flat, 2-dimensional me­ dia capable of being covered by a sealant. The artwork is designed to be a permanent installation. Mediums accept­ ed but not limited to include stone, mosaics, metal, paint, glass, and clay. Artwork must be durable, low maintenance, and be able to accommodate pedestrian traffic. The artwork should take into consideration the focus and purpose of the Locomo­ tion Trail. A completed application form must be turned in with the design by Feb. 15. Appli­ cations are available at the Ashe County Arts Center at the corner of East Main Street and School Avenue. Please submit your applica­ tion and competed design to Ashe County Arts Council, 303 School Avenue, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694. Awards will be announced March 1 and artwork com­ pleted and installed by April 15. Call 846-ARTS for more information. as guest soprano soloist with the Appalachian Chorale in such works as Handel's "Mes­ siah," Mendelssohn's "Elijah," Vivaldi's "Gloria"and Mozart's "Coronation Mass." She presented recitals at The American School in Lu­ gano, Switzerland, in 2004 and 2005. She is the soprano section leader of the St. Mary of the Hills Episcopal Church choir. SHOWTIME THE OBSERVATION DECK Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM gih. agL age 51SI GIG ISit?1' 'e can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light. G E E Gib ElGIEIv S1S1E1G G1G1EIC SI GIG1'; G1 Theatre One Night at tlie Museum PG Theatre Two Arthur and The Invisibles PG fir Movie schedule for yjE>— January 12 - 18, Sale © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights roservod. continued from front page feed people. There is a grow­ ing need in the community. We've had almost 20 new ap­ plicants just in the last month for the food pantry. Our hope in requesting money from the commissioners is the fact that this project has a great poten­ tial of returning money to the county. It would be spending money on a good investment in the community." "An important aspect of this project," Brooks added,"is that it is based on an already existing successful formula and we have an additional marketable value in that proceeds from the highway yard sale project would go to a non-profit organization." Brooks mentioned that as an example, if somebody buys an antique china cabinet, they would know a percentage of the proceeds would be used by Ashe Outreach Ministries to feed people. Eschbach has sung the an­ them in small groups and in choirs, but this will be her first Solo performance. She'll spend the next few weeks preparing for the performance. "I will re­ view it with my voice teacher and others to see what style in terms of the key and tempo I should use," she said. On campus, Eschbach is a member of the University Singers. She also has appeared Hartsoe said he has con­ tacted others who hold extended yard sales and learned of their successes and mistakes. "We need to make certain we do it right the first time," he said. "Some are not well organized, but all we have to do is follow the good examples. All the mistakes have been made." The group set up a web site, www.88yardsale.com, and have received interest already from individuals and businesses. They expect,some corporate sponsorship for the first event. This is also an op­ portunity for other non-prof­ its to get involved and raise money. According to the web site, Memorial Day week­ end would also involve train rides, hay rides and tubing on the New River, fish frys at the Ministries building in Clifton, bluegrass music and more for local residents and visitors to do. Yard sale visitors would benefit local businesses. Hart­ soe noted that the impact has been so great in some areas that local governments have provided support. Writers of an article for Gannett News Service said of an extended yard sale in Pennsylvania, "More sellers attract more customers. More customers generate more excitement. And excitement turns cleaning the closet into a tourist attraction." Just note the tens of thousands of visi­ tors to the nearby Hillsville Flea Market and Gun Show every Labor Day weekend in Virginia. Commission Chairman Richard Blackburn said the extended yard sale is a good idea for a faith-based orga­ nization, and that the board would consider the request for support. |G1G|G|G]G1GTC nrararaGiGiGii! IBEiGlGlGimGlGimElG White Hart Woods is pleased to announce Massage Therapist Liz Rogers, Valentines' 6ift Certificates Available LMBT, #4724 Valentines' Baskets Available Liz is now accepting clients at her new location 313 Mount Jefferson State Park Road Call 246-3600 or 828-406-2452 to schedule an appointment Experience White Hart Woods Signature Line of oils, sprays and bath salts created by Liz �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Reu GLON Legendary Civil Rights leader to speak at AS^ BOONE—Civil rights ac­ tivist Rev. Joseph E. Lowery will present the program "Civil Rights: Then and Now" Tuesday, Jan. 16, at 7 p.m. in Appalachian State Universi­ ty's Farthing Auditorium. Ad­ mission is free. The program commemo­ rates the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. The presen­ tation is co-sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Stu­ dent Development, the Office of Academic Affairs and the Office of Arts and Cultural Programs. Lowery has played a pivot­ al role in the civil rights move­ ment. In 1997, the NAACP honored Lowery with a Life­ time Achievement Award, hailing him as the "dean of the civil rights movement." Lowery co-founded the Southern Christian Leader­ ship Conference and was the organization's president and chief executive officer from 1977 to 1998. Lowery led the historic Alabama to Washington pil­ grimage in 1982 which helped gain provision extensions to the Voting Rights Act. He Rev. Joseph Lowery also led a movement to de­ segregate public accommo- dations in Nashville, Tenn., Birmingham's first black Police officers. He chaired the delegation that took the de­ mands of the Selma-to-Mont- BACK TO THE gomery March to Wallace in 1965. BIBLE Gov. 0^ — , k (West Jefferson Church of Christ) What Does The Bible Sav About Salvation? ^ (jnd When one looks to find out what God has said about salvation they must go back to the Bible toe answer. When we look at salvation we can see that it is very important for mankind to have. If toerc ^ salvation of sin then all of our work in life would be in vain. . none Salvation is only in Christ. Acts 4:12. "Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is ^ 0,her name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved." Christ is the only avenue i Which man can be saved. We can not be saved through anyone else other than Christ. To get salvation W^_th go through Jesus. John 14:6, "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cor".fe «nto the Father, hut by me." There is but only one way, one truth, and one person who can give eterna and that is Christ Jesus our Lord. ^ How can one obtain salvation? The only way one can receive salvation is by obeying the steps o^ salvation. Man must obey what God has said on the matter of salvation. We can not go by feeling or wha i has said about salvation. The word of God is what directs us to salvation. The first step is to hear God's word. Romans 10:17, "So then faith cometh by hearing, and e3jva_ by the word of God." The only way one can gain faith is by hearing the word of God. Man can not have sa ^ tion without hearing the word of God. The second step is belief in Christ Jesus as the Son of God, John • said therefore unto you, that ye shall die in your sins: for if ye believe not that I am he, ye shall die in y sins." One must believe that Jesus is the son of God. If one wants to obtain salvation they can not stop at e i there are more steps to Gods plan of salvation. One must repent of their sins, meaning to have a change ot and way of life. Luke 13:3, "I tell ye, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish." If one is no willing to repent of their sins they will perish. The fourth step is to confess Christ before men. Matthew 1 • - > "Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him also will I confess also before my Father whic us in heaven." One must make a verbal confession that Jesus is the Son of God. The fifth step is baptism. In or er for the sin be washed away the must be immersed in water. Mark 16:16, "He that believeth and is baptized Photo courtesy of ASU shall be saved; and he that believeth not shall be damned." This is the plan of salvation in which God has given us to follow. After becoming a Christian one must slay faithful until death in order to have eternal life. Revelation 2:10, "Fear none of those things which thou shalt suiter: behold, the devil shall cast some ol you into prison, that ye maybe tried; and ye shall have tribulation ten days: be thou faithful unto death, and I will give the a crown of life." In order to have salvation we must go by what God has said. We must obey all of God's word to have eternal life. It is up to us to make sure we meet all the requirements of salvation. Doug Frazier and spearheaded the hiring [] Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail Name: Address: State: Local religious happenings are featured in Community Events _ ^ Q Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study City: Zip:. Phone: Mail Request to: WJ Church of Christ, P0 Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Assembly of God Church Pastor George Norris 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Corner of Faw-Roland <S McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil. One Block) Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Sen-ice • 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship • 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Baldmountainchurch.org Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Email: Baldmountain@skyhest.com Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Baldwin Community Church Pastor Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd < I mi. off H u y 221) SUN DAY Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM {Prayer & Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM <All ages) {Missions Ministry-, Van Ministry, Teen Time) "A Church focused - on faith, family A the future" Beaver Creek Christian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Pastor, Chris Cox West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Sen-ices: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Sen-ice 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Fleetwood, NC Minister Creighton Beatty Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Ser\'ice 6:30 p.m. Even/one Welcome! Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Burnett St., (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Burnett St. • West Jefferson Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs 846-3954 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Service /1:00 am & 6:00 pin Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Worship• 11:00 AM 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Rev. Keith Casey 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages Sunday Evening Worship Sen-ice - 7:00P.M. 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Serx-ice 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Serx-ice 6:00p.m. Monday I.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday« Prayer Meeting Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion Rev. J.F. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" (Episcopalian) Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. Christ Centered Leading the lost to Christ with Love Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community T> , . , Pastor: 7Roten S^dlj SCHWUS A.M. Worship -10:30 A.M. Seventh-Day Adventist Church St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church J 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinlt Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00. AM Saturday Evening Mass - Saturday Services: Bible School - 10:00 AM 5:00pm English A 7:00pm Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sundav Preachln8 Scrvict' *6:00 pM- Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Pravcr & Bible Study - 7:001 VPc have a nursery• and children churches available of Warrensville We would love to have you come worship with us. Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear Releasing others to continue on 846-7481 Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Warship Service- 11:00A.M. We invite you to join us for a God centered, __ family worshipping experience. Childrens Sunday School • 10:00 AM Saturday Night 7:00p.m. Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Sen-ices - IU:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Sen-ices • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Billy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Crumpler, NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Casual & Contemporary Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church RdJefFerson, NC Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-56/5 Church Office or Healing Springs Baptist Church and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Friendly Grove Baptist Church Non-Denominational "Join us in worship to Christ" Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Smethport Independant Baptist Church Pastor James 1 Seclirest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 Wei/. Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 113)0 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. » ! West Jefferson United Methodist Church Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship - 11:00 A.M. You www.wjumc.net 20/ South St. (just off East Main), Jefferson, NC (336)246-9642 St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 10:00 a.m. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Family Time Fellowship - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evening Worship - 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Welcome Home Baptist Church Office Phone: 316-982-9410 • Rev. bnnie Jones• Pastor Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM 336-384-3391 Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship ~ 11 :00AM Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 DIRECTO of Worshi Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Visitors become family Missions Building by Faith Promise Children's Church and Nursery Provided Sunday School 10:00 a.m Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. 192 Church Street Church Directory m "Come as you are. vnu will he loved" Warrensville United Methodist Church the Jefferst Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Sen-ice 7:00 p.m. Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene ide To To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 * Continental Frame Shop * * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth * * Member of the"We Care Program" using Safety-Kleen Environmental Service * Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. Jefferson -Hut 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off A6he Park Road) Open Mon-Frl • 7am-5pm 336-902-9621 JEFFERSON POST 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 WlDXEK (jOVSTIim'IOX Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • West Jefferson. NC 336-246-6482 Fax; 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 BURGESS & SON BODY SHOP RlD-fl-BUGI EXTERMINATING Termite & Pest Control Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection . Kyfss</-<•/</ DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP 502 Jefferson Ave. 336-246-8806 CHEVROLET BILL HART (WSfmWToX Jefferson, NC Auto Express Kwik Lube, Inc. Owner/Manager - David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 COMPANY automotive needs We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment electric membership corp. Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM H&W Oil Company The Jewel Shoppt 785 East Main Street Ronnie Hopkins West Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 Call 846-9241 211 Burkett Avenue Jefferson, NC Your Full Service Oil Company 336-846-4176 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone Y) Our Mountain Cbritor tteew | 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 j 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 i ISSJSfF PONTIACBUICK f? Pa'nts 3-M Products I i Hwy 421* Boone, NC Q5MC 828-264-9051 ... OHevmLer www.mackbrownlnc.com <2)Oid9mobiie •Oj Pollard Glass The Mountain Village Shopping Center 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE ami OBT FresR Choraed Binter maun) MMi r £ & 246-9969 Serving Ashe County tor over 20 Years ASHE COUNTY CHEESE 108 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson West Jefferson Call Pete at 246-7039 ICITGO Now Open for Sunday lunch 336-246-5222 • Downtown WJ ivzvzv.ashentemorial.org BLUERiTtGE Sf| 1! feocwe. I lU0 Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little | 336-246-7077 Evenings fCubola, Jnc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8454 • www.boonekubota.com CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson BH£1 (SO ERASERS 200 Hospital Ave. I) Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 739 US Hwy 221 Bus Mt. Jefferson Oil Hauling &Trackhoe Work NC Inspections ATF Service Minor Repairs Tire Sales CONSTRUCTION See us for all your All Types Dozer Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 Compliments of VANNOY & SONS £77-2025 "TXw & 336-246-3367 13560 Hwy. 221 -S Fleetwood Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 "All Praise Be To God For Our Success" Old Hwy. 221 -S. Beaver Creek • West Jefferson CHURCH'S TIRE SERVICE fLSW® i,v.Vi.li.alhAltc-i,wininMi.iM>ii,Dfi\--i *3364(66795 " Complete IJne of Building Supplies" 246-4222 I Iwy !(> S. (ilcnd.tle Springs• 336-982-3734 Mountain Aire * Seafood & Steakhouse - -+> 1, Ashe County Builders Supply Gf I We Build Your Home ]Cj The Way You Want It H()MES www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC I63 • I620 NC I63-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A BUSINESS NEWS Handmade in America opens office incubator and craft design lab Grand opening gala to benefit HandMade's building trades education fund Handmade In America, a nonprofit organization • based in Asheville, North Carolina dedicated to nurturing and preserving regional tradi­ tions of craft and community, will host a Grand Opening Gala on Thursday, January 25 from 5:300 to 8:30 p.m. to celebrate the opening of its new Office Incubator and Craft Design Lab. The facili­ ties, located in the newly con­ structed Lexington Station at 125 South Lexington Av­ enue, will house a showroom for regional craft artists, and institutes targeted to busi­ ness and technical education for crafts people, architects and designers, and others in the building trade. The gala event will feature music by Steve Davidowski and Mike Barnes, a silent auction of fine craft and services, hors d'oeurves, and a wine and beer reception - all to benefit HandMade's Building Trades Education Fund. Tickets may be purchased through Pay Pal on HandMade's website (www.handmadeinamerica. org) or by calling HandMade, and are $50 in advance or $55 at the door. In the event of snow, the Grand Opening will be rescheduled to February 1. Handmade In America was ranked one of the top twentyfour nonprofit arts organiza­ tions in the United States that gives "the biggest bang for your buck" by Worth Mag­ azine, in 2003. The new Craft Design Lab and showroom represents a large step in fur­ ther developing economic op­ portunities for Western North Carolina's craft community, by providing greater opportu­ nities for public exposure for regional craft artists, many of whom live in rural parts of the twenty-three West­ ern North Carolina counties. Professional skills institutes offered through HandMade's Building Trades Education Fund will bring design pro­ fessionals and craft artisans together through courses for craft artists such as reading, understanding and negoti­ ating contracts, and under­ standing blue prints and de­ sign documents. By participating in the si- lent auction, ticket holders may bid on Craft Getaway packages, fine handcrafted items such as Pattiy Torno quilt work, and ceramics by Julie and Tyrone Larson of Larson Pottery, and Tom Turner. All who attend the Grand Opening will be fea­ tured on HandMade's "Wall of Thanks," a tile wall trib­ ute with the personal touch of each ticket holder, to be on permanent display in Hand­ Made's Office Incubator. Belinda's Hair Design now open AM E R I C A Belinda Marino would like to inform all of her custom­ ers that she has moved to a new location. With her faith in God, and the support of her family and friends, she is now located at 113 North Main Street, Jefferson (Formerly the Gap Hair Salon). Walk-ins are welcome. For appointments call 846-7047. "I am looking forward to seeing you, and may God Bless." Belinda has been in the hair styling business for 30 years. Her son, David, is 17 and a senior at Ashe County High School. Her daughter, Bely, is a junior at Appala­ chian State University. Her husband, Paul, is a sales consultant at West Jefferson Chevrolet, and without his support, she would not have been able to make it on her own. Belinda's grand opening will be Saturday, January 13 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. GREAT SAVINGS. GREAT SAFETY. IT'S WHAT MAKES A SUBARU, A SUBARU. Outback with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, with Its inherent stability, maintains composure over virtually any road surface. ••••• 5-Slur Highest . Government • Crash Test Ratings4 5-Star Highest Government Crash Test Ratings4 2007 Outback Greer promoted at First Citizens bank Wallace Greer has been promoted to the manager of commercial banking with First Citizens Bank and will serve Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Watauga, Wilkes and Yadkin counties. He is based in the branch located at 540 High­ way 105 Extension, Boone. Greer received his bache­ lor's degree from Appalachian State University (1990). He is a member of the Boone Sun­ rise Rotary Club. Founded in 1898, First Cit­ izens operates 339 branches in more than 200 cities and towns in North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Ten­ nessee and Maryland. Head­ quartered in Raleigh, the bank has $15.6 billion in as­ sets. First Citizens Bank is committed to providing supe­ rior financial services to indi­ r*007 Forester $750 Customer Rebate or Special Finance Rates up to $1,500 Customer Rebate or 5pecial Finance Rates SUBARU Think. Feel. Drive. sub.ru.con. ^007 Phone: 828-264-0675 'Toll Free: 1-800-844-2665 vidual customers and small to mid-sized businesses. For more information about First Citizens and its services, call toll free 1.888.FC DIRECT (1.888.323.4732) or visit the bank's Internet site, firstcitizens.com. B3 Tribeca 7 pass Limited $5,ODD Discount Southern 5tates Subaru of Boone 139 Hwy 1D5 Ext. • Boone, NC '2006 EPA Fuel Economy estimates tof Subafe fbrwter 26 K 22 citySShighway. Actual mewge may m 'Based on "BestSma* SUV rating by Cat and Dnvw m 2004,2005 and 2006. •Government star ratings are part ol the National Highway Trtffc Salety Administration ^NHTSAI New Car Assessment Program tbJCAP) .!h« A8C% bf Satety A» bags. Buckle up. CMdren in backseat. Spec B Legacy Model not Included m rebate For an appointment, call 336-846-7047 Open 9:00AM - 6:00PM "AS relaxing as home Located at 113 North Main in Jefferson, NC • Open Monday - Saturday 9am - 6pm • Walk-ins Welcome �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Recognizing video game ratings While most people are familiar with the movie ratings system, many may not understand how to se­ lect age-appropriate video games. Over the years, a handful of games have come under fire for what many people perceive to be content that is far too illicit for young kids and even teenagers. Parents nationwide have expressed concern over how to decipher just what is and isn't appropriate video game material for their children. Such concerns can go unno­ ticed by relatives looking to give their nieces or nephews their favorite video game. Fortunately, there's a sys­ tem in place to assist parents and gift-givers alike when it comes to video games and kids. Experts recommend the following guidelines to manage a family's home use and enjoyment of video games. All video games con­ tain a ratings symbol on the front and back of the pack­ age. The ratings symbols are as follows: • EC (Early Childhood) content suitable for persons ages 3 and older. • E (Everyone) - content suitable for persons ages 6 and older. • E 10+ (Everyone 10 and ENTERTAINMENT Mount up to the challenge of hanging flat-panel TVs In the past few years, tech­ nology has revolutionized the way people spend time at home.Traditional livingrooms have given way to home-the­ ater systems, featuring large flat-panel plasma and LCD televisions that make sitting on the couch akin to sitting in a movie theater. With prices of flat-panel television sets continuing to fall, it's no wonder many people will make the decision this holiday season to upgrade their home-theater systems. However, just as movies fea­ ture lots of behind-the-scenes work moviegoers never see, so, too, does putting together a home-theater system. Arguably, the most over­ looked part of buying a plasma or LCD television is mounting it. Many people en­ vision where they want their new television to go, they just have no idea how to get it there. "In their eagerness to pur­ chase a flat-panel TV by the holidays or Super Bowl Sun­ day, many consumers neglect to consider the mounting pro­ cedures involved with such a large piece of equipment," said Jason Cole, marketing director for Premier Mounts, a leading manufacturer of mounts for plasma and LCD televisions. That's why Premier Mounts developed the Web site www. mountingtips.com. Designed • ;;OS older) -content suitable for persons ages 10 and older. • T (Teen) - content suit­ able for persons ages 13 and older. • M (Mature) - content suitable for persons ages 17 and older. Before purchasing a title, check the game content and skill-level requirements by carefully examining the packaging to see which age group the game is recom­ mended for. All video games have a content descriptor on the back of the product's packag­ ing. These content descrip­ tors provide more details about the product in terms of language, themes and other areas that may be of interest to consumers. Examine the pictures and text on the packaging to get an idea of what the title is about. Make sure that the software is compatible with your gaming system. exclusively to aid consumers in mounting and installing their new televisions, the site features selection guidelines, practical "how to" installa­ tion tips and answers to com­ monly asked questions. Here are a few tips from the site for those who are getting ready to or have already purchased a flat-screen television. • Practice makes perfect. If you're unsure about where to hang your flat-panel tele­ vision, try hanging a poster or picture in the place you're thinking of hanging your tele­ vision. Then leave the "filler" there for a few days. If it still looks good after the trial pe­ riod, then chances are strong your television will look good there as well. • Hang it right the first time. A lot of people struggle with the right height to hang their flat-panel televisions. This can be a genuine nui­ sance, as mounting a televi­ sion can be a time-consuming process. Rather than hanging it once and then deciding to later hang it at a different height, Premier Mounts sug­ gests having the middle of the television be eye level when sitting on the couch. This makes for the most enjoyable viewing, as you won't find yourself straining your neck to look up. Some homeown­ ers feel hanging a television T Can't Stop Loving You' at the Walker Center The Walker Center at Wil­ kes Community College will celebrate the music of the late Ray Charles with the touring stage spectacular "I Can't Stop Loving You" on Thursday, January 18, 2007, at 8 PM. Although this amazing col­ lection of music, singing, and dancing is part of the Walker Center Season, a few indi­ vidual show tickets are now on sale. These tickets can be ordered from the Walker Cen­ ter Box Office (336-838-6260). Individual show tickets are $39. Students and those 65 and older receive discounts. Carolina West Wireless is the show sponsor of "I Can't Stop Loving You" at the Walker Center. Hardee's Restaurants and Wilkesboro-based fran­ chiser Dermox are supporting sponsors for the Walker Cen­ ter Season. The movie "Ray" proved how much people still love the timeless music of Ray Charles, whose sound touched almost every aspect of American music. Direct from London's legendary West End, "I Can't Stop Lov­ ing You" rocks the house with a full onstage orchestra, great singers, and dazzling dancers bringing Ray's music to life. A stunning, non-stop party, "I Can't Stop Loving You" fea­ tures three dozen of Charles' hits: "Georgia," "Hit the Road Jack," "America the Beauti­ ful," "Unchain My Heart," "What'd I Say," and many more. This will be the show that folks around Wilkes will be talking about for months! "I Can't Stop Loving You" is not endorsed, sponsored or affiliated with the Ray Charles Estate. "Electrifying," says The London Times. The Glasgow Herald calls it "Dazzling! A real raise-the-roof affair. You won't stop loving 'I Can't Stop Loving You!'" "I Can't Stop Loving You" is touring the world, after a smash hit season in London's West End, where it won huge audiences at The Theatre Royal, Haymarket. Sold out audiences gave the show rave reviews, and night after night they were singing along and dancing in the aisles. The show features six amaz­ ing singers from the USA, who between them cover all the musical genres of Ray's incredible career. There are ten dynamic dancers in the show, and a 15 piece onstage orchestra. The show is all about the music. There is no story line; instead the show features all the hits that Ray was associated with during his long career. The show is a true celebration of the music of Ray Charles. It's exciting, a real audience pleaser, and most important of all, incred­ ibly entertaining. For more information about "I Can't Stop Loving You," please visit www.geniusofray.com. at such a height will make the TV seem too low, taking away some of its decorative appeal in the process. If that's a concern, try hanging your television so the bottom of the screen is at eye level while you're sitting on the couch. • Eliminate "cable" TV. This has nothing to do with putting a satellite dish on top of your house, but every­ thing to do with making your wall-mounted plasma or LCD television more aesthetically appealing. Few things look worse than a flat-panel televi­ sion with cables dangling un­ derneath. While most mounts enable you to hide cords with­ in the mount itself, others may not. In such instances, it's often best to cut a hole in the wall behind the screen and snake the wires through the wall to where your A/V gear is. However, Premier Mounts recommends consult­ ing an electrician for such a job as well as your building code, which might prohibit running power cables inside a wall. • Take your time. While it's natural to want to get your flat-panel television up and running as soon as pos­ sible, keep in mind mounting a television typically takes a professional a couple of hours. That said, do-it-yourselfers should set aside twice that amount of time. Of course, how long it takes and how difficult it is to mount your television often depends on the type of mount and television. Additional mounting tips are available at www.mountingtips.com. For those still looking for the right mount to fit their television, Premier Mounts are available nationwide at Sears department stores, Fry's and Staples or online at Target (www.target.com) or Premier Mounts (www. moimts.com). Library presents winter concert series The Ashe County Public Library presents a Winter Concert Series featuring lo­ cal Appalachian musicians. The series kicks off on Friday, January 19, at 7 p.m. with performances by Ashe Coun­ ty gospel bands "His Abiding Grace" and "Heritage." "His Abiding Grace" has been together for 3V6 years. They have recorded a CD en­ titled "In His Arms I'm Not Afraid," which is available for checkout at the library as part of the Local Music Collection. Band members are: Sue Dillard, vocals; Patsy Mash, vo­ cals; and Jerry Dillard, vocals and guitar. Jackie Cooper has recently joined the band on bass. "Heritage" is a five-mem­ ber band that enjoys passing on their heritage to people around them through song. "Heritage" plays everything from old Baptist favorites performed in a traditional manner to hard-driving bluegrass. Band members are: Pam Barlow, vocals; Maude Goodman, guitar and vocals; Randy M. Greer, guitar and vocals; Randy E. Greer, man­ dolin, guitar, and vocals; and Billy Richardson, bass and vocals. The series continues with performances by "Backstreet" and "Bluegrass 101" on Fri­ day, February 16, and Rich­ ard Easley and Scot Pope on Friday, March 30. All concerts will be held in the auditorium of the library, which is located at 148 Li­ brary Drive in West Jefferson. There is no charge for admis­ sion, but a free ticket is re­ quired. Tickets are available at the library. For more infor­ mation, call 336-846-2041, or visit www.arlibrary.org. The concerts are supported by a grant from the Grassroots Arts Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and a Projects Pool Grant from the Ashe County. Arts Council. The Friends of the Library supplied match­ ing funds. Hayes School of Music at ASU Spring 2007 Performance Calendar January 23 Faculty Recital: Scott Kallestad, saxophone 24 Faculty Recital: Nancy Bargerstock, violin 25 Endowed Scholars Recital 30 Endowed Scholars Recital (7:30 p.m., HPAC) February 6 Faculty Recital Series: "An Evening of String Chamber Music" 7 Honors Recital Series: Thomas La Forgia, Allie Utley, Michael Runyon, piano 13 Faculty Recital: Randall Outland, voice; Rodney Reynerson; piano (7:30 p.m., HPAC, $) 14 Valentine's with Todd Wright & Friends 16 Guest String Quartet: Degas String Quartet 18 Chamber Orchestra (2 p.m.) 19 Appalachian Chamber Orchestra (7:30 p.m., HPAC, $) 20 Symphonic Band 21 JazzJSnsemble II 22 Jazz Ensemble 23 Wind Ensemble 24 Jazz Ensemble I (FA) 25 Jazz Ensemble II (7:30 p.m., HPAC, $) 26 Concert Band 27 Symphony Orchestra 28 Guest Violist: Alison Crum (6 p.m.) March 6 Faculty Recital Series: "Bravo Beethoven!" 8 New Paradigm Percussion Quartet 18 American Guild of Organists: Watauga Chapter (4 p.m.) 19 Guest Bassist: P. Kallach Waddle 20 Guest Composer: P. Kallach Waddle 21 Faculty Viola Trio: Eric Koontz, viola; Douglass Miller, clarinet; Bair Shagdaron, piano 27 Faculty Recital: Harold McKinney, trombone 29-31 Opera Performance: An Evening of Menotti: "The Medium" and "The Telephone" (7:30 p.m., HPAC, $) April 1 Opera Performance ( 2 p.m., HPAC, $) 3 Faculty Recital: Original Jazz Compositions by ASU Jazz Faculty 5 Jazz Ensembles I & II 12 Jazz Vocal Ensemble 13-15 GuitarFest ($, 15th-1 p.m.) 18 Wind Ensemble 19 Symphonic Band 20 Symphony Orchestra 21 Wind Ensemble (7:30 p.m. HPAC, $) University/Chamber Singers Reunion Concert 22 Treble Choir (3 p.m.) Gospel Choir ( 6 p.m., FA) Guitar Ensemble ( 8 p.m.) 23 Cornucopia: An evening of music for the French Horn 24 Appalachian Chorale For a complete updated listing of events, visit, www.music.appstate.edu. All concerts are in the Broyhill Music Center and begin at 8 p.m. unless noted otherwise. Free admission un­ less noted ($). FA = Farthing Auditorium. HPAC = Hayes Performing Arts Center, Blowing Rock + Digital Cable Watch what you want, when you want., .with up to 135 video and music channels including Starz & Encore. + Mediacom Online Internet A blazing fast connection.. .now with download speeds up to 8 Mbps, Pius taxes and fees' A month each for a year, when you order video and Internet services together." Standard installation only $9.95' CALL 1.866.955.2225 Local Channels Now Available in High Definition In Most Areas!' OFFER EXPIRES 1/31/07 AND IS AVAILABLE ONLY TO QUALIFIED NEW RESIDENTIAL ACCOUNTS. Mediacoml www.mediacomcable.com �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY EVENTS Breakfast and games at Fleetwood Community Center Saturday School Lunch Menu Jan. 15 -19 Monday: Closed for Martin Luther King Day. Teacher Work Day Tuesday: Vegetable Beef Soup w/ crackers, Toasted Cheese or peanut butter sandwich, Orange half, Milk Wednesday: BBQ on bun, Cole slaw, Potato Wedges, Hot Fudge Cake w/ cherry topping, Milk Thursday: Chicken Pie w/ bis­ cuit topping, peas and carrots, jello, Milk Friday: Hot dog on bun, cole slaw, french fries, Million dollar cookie, fruit, Milk Friday, January 12 10 a.m.: The maintenance ride sponsored by the Iron Mountain Trail Riders has been postponed until Friday, January 12. Interested per­ sons should meet at 10am at the Iron Mountain Horse Camp to saddle up and ride out. Riders will need to pack a lunch, drinks and snacks. The group will be checking an area of erosion to make future plans for repair and will do some trash clean up. Saturday, January 13 8 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast and Games morning at Fleetwood Community Center, Highway 221 and Railroad Grade Road. Parking off Railroad Grade Road 8 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Short or tall stack pancake available. Bring some friends and your favorite board or card game and enjoy a morning of community fun. Friendly competition welcome. 5 p.m.: High Country Youth Ministries will be holding an Ashe Youth Talent Search Night with a variety of perform­ ing bands and much more at the Ashe County High School Auditorium. Groups already confirmed for the event include: Consecrated, Rescued, Young Landmarks, Friendship Youth and Abby Sullivan. The event is tentatively scheduled to end around 9 p.m. The event is being held sothe community and young people will have a great opportunity to praise God through music and song with local bands and performers. Anyone interested in perform­ ing at Saturday's event should call Randy Rhodes at 336-3842831 or 336-977-1121. 6:30 p.m.: Peak Creek Church of the Brethren in Laurel Springs will have a singing. The featured sing­ ers will be The Elliott Brothers and Glenda, and The Gospel Travelers. Everyone is welcome to come and fellowship. 7:45 p.m.: Cornerstone Summit in Boone (372 E. King Street across the street from A. J.'s Service Station) will have a special service with guest speaker Blake Elder, A.S.U. football player. Ecclesia Praise Band will perform. Everything is Free! Students in grades 7-12 and college students welcome to attend. For more information, contact Dawn or David Ward at (828) 264-2007 or go to www. sonslightministries.com Sunday, January 14 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "How Can We Reconcile Faith and Hypocrisy?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (for­ mer home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our wor­ ship services are at 11 a.m. on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295:8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org Monday, January 15 Daylong: The library will be closed for Martin Luther King Day. 7:00 p.m.; Martin Luther King Day Celebration at the Ashe Arts Center. The Arts Council will sponsor a community cel­ ebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King at 7pm, Monday, January 15 at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. Included in the celebration will be music, student readings, and tribures from local leaders. Poet Glenis Redmond will be a featured performer for the event. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 336.846-ARTS. 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family Central Conference Room. Call 846-0781 for more infor­ mation. 6:30 p.m.: The VFW will have their dinner meeting in the Hut on Ashe Park Road in Jefferson. Tuesday, January 16 6 p.m.: The New River Behavioral Healthcare Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Meeting: For more information call Carolyn Greene (Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Liaison) at 828-264-9007. The public is invited to attend. 7 p.m.: The New River Service Authority Board (dba New River Behavioral HealthCare) will hold its regu­ lar monthly meeting at the New River Behavioral HealthCare Outpatient Center in North Wilkesboro. Thursday, January 18 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Republican Party will hold its monthly meeting @ 106 N. Jefferson Ave (formally Chamber of Commerce). All interested Republicans are invited to attend. For addition­ al information please call Lee McMillan @ 977-0022. 7 p.m.: SkateZone Skating Rink in West Jefferson: free skating from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. This is open to all but a special invitation goes out to all the folks that made com­ mitments to the Lord at the Strength Team Event. Please help us to spread the Word. For more information you may contact Brother Daryl at Friendship Baptist Church at 982-2080 where he serves as Youth Minister. He is also the Chairman for the Associational Youth Committee. Friday, January 19 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. 7 p.m.: Gospel Bands His Abiding Grace and Heritage in concert at the Ashe County Library. Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 846-2041 for more information. Saturday, u a r y 20 January ; 7 a.m.: Special Siblings Class :ial Siblii at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Designed to help prepare young children for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734. I p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike: Meet at Mount Jefferson picnic shelter. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecological interconnec­ tions and energy exchangers that make life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a vari­ ety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Wear stur­ dy shoes. Sunday, January 21 II a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Why Would a Loving God Allow Suffering?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (for­ mer home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our wor­ ship services are at 11 a.m. on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic moun­ tain? What is Amphibolite any­ way? Meet a ranger for a 1.3mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. Tuesday, January 23 5:30 p.m.: "Are You Tough Enough -100 Man Campaign" - Meeting will focus on depres­ sion in men. At Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson. 846-0781 Saturday, January 27 1 p.m.: Avon Walk for Breast Cancer "Great Start Party" in Charlotte N.C. Help save lives! Individuals and teams can register to walk or crew for the event, meet other par­ ticipants, and learn about the impact of past funds raised and much much more.lt is an annual noncompetitive event wich offers men and women a choice of walking a marathon (26.2 miles) or a marathon and a half (39.3 miles) over the October 20-21 weekend to raise money and awareness to fight breast cancer. For more info call 800-510-WALK or visit www.avonwalk.org Thursday, January 25 Blowing Rock Winterfest, Jan. 25-28: One of the South East's top 20 January events, according to the Sunday, January 28 11 a.m.: Mt Olive Baptist Church announces that "Faith Trio" will be singing at the 11 a.m. service. Pastor Rev. Clayborn Roten and the congeration invites you to attend. 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "is Christianity 'Right' and All Other Religions 'Wrong'?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship servic­ es are at 11 a.m. on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 2 p.m.: Celebrate Southern Appalachian Music with local musicians as they play tradi­ tional, old-time and Bluegrass at the community building of New River State Park. That's at the New River State Park (221 Access) from 2 to 4 p.m. All musicians (and music-lov­ ers) are encouraged to attend this free event! Monday, January 29 9 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering the 6 hour mandated "DMV Independent Dealer's License Renewal" course. The course will be offered from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on the Wilkes campus of Wilkes Community College. Pre-registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 8386166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. Tuesday, January 30 5:30 p.m.: Application Student Aid) County High FAFSA (Free for Federal night at Ashe School in the upstairs computer lab. Please come in the front entrance of the school. College represen­ tatives will be there to assist in completing the FAFSA form on-line. Bring a copy of your tax forms and your child's tax forms, if they file. Please call Tara Miller by January 25 at (336) 246-2400 if you plan on attending. Wednesday, January 31 11 a.m.: ACT Against Cancer Annual Planning Meeting at Ashe Family Central in the large Conference Room. Call 846-0781 2 p.m.: New River State Park 221 Access. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music with local musicians as they play traditional, Old Time and Bluegrass. All musicians are welcome, so bring your instru­ ment and join in, or bring a chair and enjoy the entertain­ ment. Participants will meet at the Community Building from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All programs are free and open to the public. 7 p.m.: Session V of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes continues through January 16th at Ashe Memorial Hospital. 2007 series begins February 6th. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Ongoing Events Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteerFire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March. Beginning January 6, at 7 p.m. The County Roads Mobile Pharmacy is still serving Ashe County! All prescriptions are now being filled in Boone, at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition (located at the old health department building off Bamboo Road). Medication pick up1 days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Clients can call in their prescription refills at 828-262162, or doctors can fax new prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to nroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in'West Jefferson beginning LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." continued on page 11A Credit Problems? Need a Car? CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW Women's Health Clinic Welcomes Cathy Clark, FNP-C Cathy Clark, certified Family Nurse Practioner is now collaborating with Daniel Strickland, MD to provide primary care services to resident of the High Country. WANT TO BUY Primary Care Service for Men and Women: •Well Exams with Emphasis on Prevention • Evaluation and mangement of Acute and Chronic Illnesses •Weight Loss • Smoking Cessation 12:30 p.m.: The American Red Cross will have a Blood Mobile at New River Volunteer Fire Dept. from 12:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. For an appoint­ ment call 982-3171. Walk-ins welcome. All blood types are in great need. are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Men and Women Welcome Most Insurance Plans Accepted Call for Appointment 336-846-6500 405 South Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 (Across for Heritage Chevrolet) �PAGE 10A FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Local Workforce board selected for national project The High Country Work­ across the nation's workforce force Development Board system. The NBLP encour­ was recently selected by the ages Boards to play a lead United States Department of role in integrating workforce Labor as one of thirty-six or­ development, education, and ganizations to participate in economic development sys­ the National Business Learn­ tems to build and sustain ing Partnership (NBLP). The a strong local and national National Business Learn­ economy. The demonstrated flexibil­ ing Partnership is an initia­ tive to enhance competitive ity and responsiveness to the strength in the workforce needs of businesses and work­ development system through ers on the part of the High effective partnerships, in­ Country Workforce Develop­ novation, and integration of ment Board's staff strength­ community strategies to de­ ened the region's application to the NBLP. Through par­ velop workforce talent. The National Business ticipation in the partnership, Learning Partnership uses the High Country Workforce a peer-to-peer learning ap­ Development Board hopes proach to help workforce en­ to identify and implement tities learn from one another additional effective strate­ and replicate best practices gies to develop the region's workforce talent; to develop strong strategic alliances; to strengthen its organizational structure; and to identify and implement more meaningful local performance measure­ ments. The Board anticipates that participation in the na­ tional project will help it meet its commitment to develop a positive, lasting strategy to meet local workforce needs of businesses and to prepare the existing and emerging workforce for meaningful ca­ reers. The High Country Work­ force Development Board serves a seven-county region in the Northwest corner of North Carolina which in­ cludes Alleghany, Ashe, Av­ ery, Mitchell, Watauga, Wil­ kes, and Yancey Counties. Six of these counties border either Tennessee or Virginia, or both. A number of individ­ uals commute across state lines to work. Through participation in the NBLP, the Board intends to develop workforce alli­ ances with its neighboring boards in these two states to enhance benefits to all three workforce regions. The High Country Work­ force Development Board is partnering with a consor­ tium of the Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington Workforce Boards for the two-year initiative. The Port­ land and Vancouver Boards have been successful and creating a strategic partner­ ship that crosses state lines and differing systems. At the national kick-off meeting of the initiative in November, staff from the High Coun­ try Workforce Board worked with these mentor agencies to develop an initial set of goals and strategies. Local staff will make a site visit to the Portland- Vancouver area in January to study the successful bi-state strategies that have been employed in that area. The mentor or­ ganizations will then visit North Carolina in the spring to assess progress towards goals and to provide assis­ tance and recommendations for additional efforts. The High Country Work­ force Development Board consists of volunteer business leaders and public workforce organizations from across its seven-county jurisdic­ tion. Members are appointed by their respective County Commissions. The Board is a policy-making, governance Board which oversees the federal Workforce Invest­ ment Act and the region's JobLink Career Centers. Its mission is to advocate the development of an adaptive workforce system by conven­ ing relevant stakeholders to respond to the demands of a globally competitive econ­ omy. The Board has selected the High Country Council of Governments to administer programs and services under its authority. FlyLady offers tips on shoes, dirt and more Since starting FlvLadv. I FlyLady, have continually harped on putting your shoes on your feet each morning. I want you to do this and you are not the exception to the rule. Several years ago I sold skin care products for Mary Kay. One main rule for that company was that you could not make a single phone call in the morning unless you were totally dressed, and I mean really dressed, all the way to dress shoes. The reason behind this duty, was that you act differently when you have clothes and shoes on. You are more professional. The cus­ tomer can tell when you don't feel good about the way you look, even when you think you do. So if getting dressed makes that big of an impres­ sion on someone that can't even see you, then what is going to happen to those that can see you; mainly yourself. Putting shoes on your feet that lace up are better than slip-ons or sandals, because they are harder to take off. In­ stead of kicking your shoes off for a quick snooze on the couch, you actually have to go to a bit fx /\ more trouble. Maybe in that short instant you will realize that there is something more that you can do. With shoes on those feet of yours, your mind says it's time to go to work. You have no excuse for not taking the trash out or putting that box of give-away stuff into the car. You are literally ready for anything. Believe me, when you get that call from school that your child needs you, or that dear friend calls up and says that she needs to talk, "can we have lunch?" You are ready! including shoes. RALEIGH - Last year 520 rabid animals were found in North Carolina. As a result, a countless number of unvaccinated cats and dogs had to be euthanized and many peo­ ple had to undergo expensive preventive treatment for ra­ bies. Experts with the North Carolina Division of Public Health are urging people to avoid these problems by vac­ cinating their pets against rabies. "There is a simple, easy way to protect you, your fam­ ily and your pets from this deadly disease," said Carl Williams, who is a DPH vet­ erinarian. "Get your pets vac­ cinated against rabies. As the New Year starts, now is the time to check and make sure that your pets are up-to-date on their rabies shots." There have already been 13 rabies cases identified in the first days of 2007. Most rabies cases in North Caro­ lina occur in wild animals, particularly raccoons. Often these raccoons expose domes­ tic animals like cats and dogs. If the domestic animal hasn't been vaccinated against ra­ bies, then state law requires its euthanization or quaran­ tine. In many cases, humans are exposed to rabies, either through direct contact with a rabid wild animal or through contact with an unvaccinated pet. North Carolina doesn't track the number of domes­ tic animals that have be eu­ thanized or humans that have to receive preventive vaccine as a result of this exposure, but based on the number of cases reported in North Carolina the number is significant. Last month 50 people in Wilmington had to receive preventative medical care after exposure to a rabid puppy. Seventy-six North Caroli­ na counties reported at least one rabid animal in 2006. Guilford County reported the most rabies cases with 37. Other counties with high numbers included Orange (26), Wake (23), Yadkin (23) and Cleveland (20). Although raccoons are the most common rabid animal in North Carolina, other rabid animals were also reported in 2006, including 20 rabid cats and eight rabid dogs. There were also some unusual ra­ bid animals reported last year. Buncombe County re­ corded the state's first rabid ferret. Buncombe and Guil­ ford Counties each reported a rabid coyote. Henderson and Davidson County each reported a rabid cow. Rabies is a disease caused by a virus that can infect all mammals, including humans. It is transmitted through con­ tact with the saliva or nervous tissue of an infectious animal-usually through a bite. There is no post-exposure treatment for unvaccinated dogs and cats, and they are required to be destroyed or quarantined at the owner's expense for six months. Vaccinated animals need to receive a booster shot within 72 hours of exposure. - More Rabies, 1/10/07 Bats are also rabies carri­ ers, and winter is a great time to bat proof your home. At this time of year most bats have either migrated south for the winter or are dormant. Bat proofing your home now will prevent the establishment of maternity colonies or roosts in your home this spring. If you find a bat in the living space of your home, where it may have come in contact with you, DO NOT release it out side. Contact animal con­ trol so that the animal may be collected for rabies testing. This may eliminate your need to receive rabies post expo­ sure treatment. Exposed or potentially exposed humans should re­ ceive immediate medical at­ tention. Post-exposure rabies treatment, which is a series of shots, will prevent the dis­ ease. Once humans develop symptoms the disease is close to 100 percent fatal. There has only been one recorded instance of a human recover­ ing after symptoms, and that person was significantly dis­ abled as a result of the infec­ tion. Vaccinate pets state urges I see tnxs problem more in the Stay at home Moms be­ cause they don't leave home for their job and it is not nec­ essary to get dressed every morning, only their children are going to see them. I want you to listen very closely. You have the most important job of all, raising productive adults. NOW do you want your chil­ dren to remember that mom didn't get dressed until it was time for Dad to get home or do you want them to have to answer the door because you are still in your gown tail and bathrobe. If you would look at your day just like other people who leave the house, get up and get dressed all the way to shoes because it is time to go to work. Your day will be more productive with shoes on. I don't want to hear that you don't wear shoes in your house. Buy or clean up a pair just for that reason. It's not go­ ing to be you who tracks in the dirt anyway. You are still the boss and you can require your children to remove their shoes. What is the problem here? In most homes you have had trouble even finding the floor, much less keeping the carpet clean. Do vou even know what you color it is supposed to be? And when you vacuum once or twice a week the dirt goes away. Teach your children to not track in stuff. Have a mat outside the door for them to remove unwanted dirt and mud. I bet you have 10 pair of shoes at the door right now. What does that do to your vac­ uuming schedule? Make the kids take their shoes outside and clean them up, then take to their rooms. If they had to pay for those expensive tennis shoes they would take better care of them. That is enough of my rant rani today. Now get dressed and put those shoes on your lovely on your feet. No excuses! Lace up your shoes and start to FLY! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her new book, Body Clutter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. Carolina West Wireless supports Amber Alert Wilkesboro, NC January 2007- January 13th is AMBER Alert Awareness Day. AMBER Alerts began after the abduc­ tion of Amber Hagerman, a nine year old Carrollton, Texas girl who was abducted while riding her bike and then murdered. As a result, a na­ tional system was developed to alert communities when a child has been abducted. Caro­ lina West Wireless has played a vital role in developing the Wireless AMBER Alerts pro­ gram in partnership with the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and the U.S. Department of Justice. The program allows wire­ less users to sign up for wire­ less AMBER Alerts that are sent as a free text message di­ rectly to their wireless phone. When signing up, wireless users may go to www.wirelessamberalerts.org and enter their zip code. They may desig­ nate up to five zip codes in the surrounding area. 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EMBARQ wHI not honor late, misdirected, incomplete, or duplicate rebate forms C2007 Embarq Holdings Company LLC All rights reserved The name EMBARQ and the jet logo are trademarks of Embarq Holdings Company LLC. EM81-06-1525 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY EVENTS Ashe Democratic party meets every fourth Tuesday at 7 ^ continued from page 9A continued from page 9A Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100%ofsales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-8462041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Fam''y Central every third at Family FriHflW from 10*30 a m Friday from 10:30 a.m. until until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items,smallfurniture. and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Appointments are available. Call us at 8464100. Angels in the Attic Thrift Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. The store is open Tues. - Fri. from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers children's and women's clothing, household items, toys, books and seasonal gifts. The prices are reasonable and the funds help support the Pregnancy Center. Donations u/QlonmoH Tho Oaro Pantor welcomed. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. The Shop is located at 111 North Main Street in Jefferson and their telephone number is 846-1724. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from Q o m intil Q p.m. FriHaw night 9 a.m. iuntil 3 r\ m Friday ninht Pickin' and Jammin' will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 10 p.m. Riverview Community Center is located in Creston. West Jefferson Community Partnership meets the fourth begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at West Jefferson Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in the revitalization of our community is invited. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors Greater Preservation meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Come enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-1377. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina at 336-982-4416. Riverview Learning Center is offering computer classes and more. To register or for details, call 385-1338. Fleetwood Organization announces its regularly scheduled meetings, occurring on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center® Fleetwood Library, entrance on Railroad Grade Road just off Hwy 221. Area residents are invited to come be a part of the future of Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care about their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. Anyone interested please join them on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Call 336-386-6650 with questions. Ashe Party County Democratic meets every fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 846-9068. room. downstairs conference room, A m/nno intoroctoH is welcome Anyone interested ic \A/olpomP to attend. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call (336) 982-9585. GED (General Educational Development) or High School Diploma program announces the Ashe Center of Wilkes Community College sponsors free-of-charge classes at three different locations with scheduled hours that accommodate everyone's schedule. For more information call 336-846-3900. AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Ashe County Unity Group meets at the Jefferson United Methodist Church at 115 E. Main St. The entrance is in the rear. The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on Monday and Thursday. For more information or to speak to an AA member, call 982-2641. For meeting information in surrounding counties, call (828) 262-1212. Veterans of Foreign Wars would like to invite any eligible veteran to come join their post. They meet every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. They are located on Ashe Park Road in the red, white, and blue building just below the park. For more information please call Mark Mallette at 982-9511 or Jim Bailey at 982-5814. Play Groups at Family Central are as follows: Adventurers of the Mind, Thursday mornings from 10 a.m. - noon. Three and Prenatal Education year olds participate with Curriculum, Fridays at 6 p.m. four a parent or other care giver in for Latino families at Ashe age appropriate activities to Family Central. The program is build relationships and foster offered in foursessions, through a love of learning. Group is December. Transportation and facilitated by Susan Lewis. childcare is available. For more Young Explorers meets on information call Isabel Spencer Tuesdays from 10 a.m. - noon. at 246-9449. This is for two and three year Survivors of Domestic olds joining together with a Violence meet in a confidential parent or other care giver for setting on the 2nd Monday fun and learning. Group is and 4th Tuesday night of each facilitated by Susan Lewis. month from 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. MOMS Play Group meets Group counseling is offered Fridays 10 - noon and is for for women and their children children under seven and their at one of these groups each moms or dads. This is an open month. Childcare is provided. play group. Moms have time to There is no charge to attend. chat while they play with their Please call A.S.H.E. at 982youngsters. Me and My Dad 8851 for more details. meets every third Saturday Ashe County Republican from 10 - noon. Children under Riverview Community Thrift Party meets on the third seven with their dads meet Store will be open Thursdays Thursday of each month at 6 for an open play group. Dads and Fridays from 9 a.m. until p.m. in the Ashe County Library can spend quality time with mom their kids while giving mon tifTlP fnr herself. All these nlsu time for hPTQPlf All thpco play groups are free and open to the public. For more information, call Maribeth at 982-4311, ext. 229. Cancer Survivor's Group is open to any woman who has or has had cancer. Meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday evening of each month. There is lots of companionship and humor. Come make new friends, share information and renew your spirit. For further information contact Jean Colvard at 336-982-2445.lf a daytime meeting is better for you, contact Mary Caryl Elmore at 336-246-7567. Free Internet and e-mail classes are offered every Tuesday and Thursday between 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Public Access Internet Site in the JobLink Career Center at Family Central (the old Ashe Central High School) in Jefferson. Ashe County Alzheimer's Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Ashe Services for Aging. Call 246-2461 for info or 877-9332 for details. Better Breaths Club meets the last Tuesday of each month from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the AMH Mt. Hearts Facility. This club is for people with respiratory problems who want to learn more about living with their disease. Contact Lincare at 246-4944. Ashe County Arts Council meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. Call 846-ARTS for more information. Parent Support Group at Family Central meets Tuesday evenings, 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.with snacks and quality childcare provided, free and open to the public. Come share concerns and ideas with other parents, and learn helpful strategies. For more information, please contact Maribeth Pierce at 982-4311 ext. 229. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Mondays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at 7:30 p.m. For details, call 384-1940. �PAGE 12A FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST EDUCATION Westwood's sixth grade chorus concert a success The Westwood Sixth Grade Chorus Concert was held December 19th in the school auditorium. Musical selections, conducted by music teacher Liesa Nave, included classical as well as folk melodies. Many different cultures were represented in song and rhythm, including Jamaican, African, Old English and French. The chorus entertained the large attending crowd and received a standing ova- Braille challenge launched; deadline is January 31 The first regional Braille Challenge™ in North Caro­ lina will be hosted by the outreach program at The Governor Morehead School. The Braille Challenge™ pro­ gram was designed by Braille Institute of America and is coordinated through an ar­ ray of academic and com­ munity partners, with the goal of motivating school-age braille readers from through­ out North America to excel in this vital medium. Now in its sixth year as a national event, it has grown in size and impact and this year was awarded the prestigious "Cre­ ative Use of Braille Award" by the American Printing House for the Blind at their Annual Meeting last month in Louis­ ville, Kentucky. There is still time to enter the challenge. The deadline for registering is January 31, 2006. The Braille Challenge™ is a part of Braille Institute's literacy initiative. From the mid-'60s to the present, the percentage of school-aged blind children in this coun­ try who use raille as their primary reading medium has dropped from 50 percent to 12 percent, and more than a generation of blind children has been largely allowed to grow up illiterate under the damaging notion that tape recordings and talking com­ puters are sufficient for them. Braille is the only means by which blind people can truly read the written language. A sighted child has in­ stantaneous visual feedback aiding them in the writing process. A blind or visually impaired child who writes on a keyboard with speech output before learning the basics may never learn the intricacies of writing; spell­ ing, grammar, and punctua­ tion. Academic research has shown that the early learning of raille correlates strongly with both academic and em­ ployment success later in life. Eligible students include all blind and visually im­ paired students from N.C. in 1st through 12th grade. Stu­ dents are divided into 5 age groups, and asked to complete a series of exercises demon­ strating proficiency in braille reading and writing, reading, speed and comprehension, spelling, proofreading and use of tactile graphics. All students participating in the preliminary-round contest are acknowledged, with priz­ es. Then all eligible contests are ranked nationally, with the 60 top-scoring contes­ tants earning a three-day trip to the Braille Institute in Los Angeles as finalists in June. To register your student to participate in this unique Braille literacy contest or for more information, call our office at (919)715-4257 or email Kathryn.Flynn@ncmail. net or Mary.Flanagan@ncmail.net. tion from family members and friends. Along with the arrangements performed by the chorus, a group of fourth grade boys pleased the audi- ence by performing three different compositions on their recorders. Westwood Elementary would like to thank Cameron Study spot a key to good grades Many students might not know is that study time can be greatly reduced by some­ thing as simple as choosing a more effective place to do your studying. The right study spot will lessen dis­ tractions and allow for more concentration. When choos­ ing a study spot, consider the following to help your study sessions flow more ef­ ficiently. •Availability. This is per­ haps the most important characteristic to look for when choosing a study spot. A place that's not always available will lead you to ei­ ther put off studying or not study at all, neither of which will lead to much academic success. If siblings are fond of using the same place, make sure you work out times when each of you can use it. •Peace and quiet factor. Silence is a key to success­ ful studying. Therefore, since most families spend more time in the kitchen than any other room, sitting down to study at the kitchen table isn't an effective study spot. Choose somewhere you know will be quiet, without the blare of a television or radio. •Furniture. Studying in a bedroom can be great, but only if that bedroom has a supportive chair. A bedroom with just a bed will probably lead to more sleeping than studying. Make sure you have a chair that's comfort­ Baby is a beautiful, gentle Sheltie found in Bald Mtn. area. Positive results w/crate training. Needs regular exercise. history. Certainly, United States Achievement Academy winners should be congrat­ ulated and appreciated for their dedication to excellence and achievement," said Dr. George Sevens, Founder of the United States Achievement Scooter is a playful Weimaraner/Lab mix , 7 wks old and ready to come home with youI! Academy. The Academy selects winners upon exclusive recommenda­ tion of professors, coaches, counselors, and other quali­ fied sponsors and upon the Standards of Selection set forth by the Academy. The criteria for selection are a stu­ dent's academic performance, interest and aptitude, leader­ ship qualities, responsibility, enthusiasm, motivation to learn and improve, citizen­ ship, attitude and cooperative spirit, dependability, and rec­ ommendation from a profes­ sor or college official. Emma Bare is the daughter of Michael and Kamera Bare, from Jefferson, N.C. The grandparents are Benny and Shirley Miller of Jefferson, N.C. and James and Dora Bare of Jefferson, N.C. Bert and Ernie are little black balls of fur with bright blue eyes of 8 wks old who will bring a smile to your face with their playful antics. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located between Little's Gym and Skyline Telephone We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West jcfferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com able (so you can spend ample time in it studying), but not too comfortable (so you avoid taking naps). •Lighting. Cavemen didn't do much studying once nightfall came. Fortunately, today's students are a long way from the times of cave­ men. Make sure the room you choose has ample light­ ing that will keep your eyes from growing tired, which can prevent you from study­ ing enough. •Room temperature. If possible, choose a study spot where you can control the room temperature. Studying in a room that's too hot will make studying difficult. The same goes for a room that's too cold. Students win regional award Bare receives National Collegiate Award The United States Achievement Academy announced today that Emma Bare from Jefferson, N.C. has been named a United States National Collegiate Award winner in Nursing. This award is a prestigious honor very few students can ever hope to attain. In fact, the Academy recognizes fewer than 10% of all American col­ lege students. Dr. Linda Reece, a profes­ sor, nominated Emma Bare, who attends Lenoir-Rhyne College, for this national award. Bare will appear in the United States Achievement Academy's Official Collegiate Yearbook, which is published nationally. "Recognizing and supporting our youth is more important than ever before in America's Current for being our guest accompanist, and would also like to thank Leisa Nave for all of her hard work in putting on the production. INTAPP, a student organi­ zation that promotes interna­ tional study opportunities at Appalachian State University, won a "Best in Region" award at the NAFSA Association of International Educators Re­ gion VII conference held in Charlotte. Students in the group pre­ sented a session titled "Stu­ dent to Student: Support for Internationalization Efforts by Students." A total of 69 sessions were presented at the regional conference, only two of which were made by students. Region VII is comprised of schools from Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Caro­ lina, Tennessee, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Through INTAPP, which stands for International Ap­ palachian, students help im­ prove support services for incoming international stu­ dents, work to increase the number of Appalachian stu­ dents who study abroad, re­ cruit more international stu­ dents to attend Appalachian, and promote interaction be­ tween U.S. and international students at the university. "INTAPP is a group of stu­ dents at Appalachian who are passionate about traveling, study abroad or learning for­ eign language," said organi­ zation president Christopher Houska. "The organization supports international stu­ dents enrolled on campus and promotes international edu­ cation." Houska said the student organization created a buddy system in which internation­ al students are paired with a currently enrolled student at Appalachian. That connec­ tion helps the international students acclimate to the campus and community, and oftentimes gives them a place to go during the holidays when campus residence halls are closed. INTAPP also created a student-to-student outreach program for freshmen, at which INTAPP members talk about the benefits of study abroad programs and the in­ ternational offerings avail­ able through the Office of International Education and Development. "One of the most valuable aspects of INTAPP is the student-to-student support they provide," said Nancy Wells, program director in the Office of International Education and Development. "They not only encourage other students to study abroad, but they also provide support for the inter­ national students while they are here." �Friday - January 12 JV/Varsity Basketball Away at North Wilkes Wrestling HOME vs North Wilkes 7:00pm Saturday - January 13 Freshmen Boys Basketball Away at Watauga 11:00am This week in Husky sports Mountaineers advance to 12-3 by Appalachian Sports Information CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. - The Roundhouse saw an­ other Appalachian State shooter make history as Nate Cranford (Harrisburg, N.C.) drained a school-record 10 three-pointers to lead Ap­ palachian State University men's basketball to a 77-63 Southern Conference win over Chattanooga Saturday evening. Cranford's 10-of-ll perfor­ mance behind the arc bested Noah Brown's nine threepointers on the McKenzie Arena hardwood on January 12, 2004. Cranford finished the evening with a career-high 30 points. Jeremy Clayton (Greensboro, N.C.) and De­ metrius Scott also finished in double figures with 14 points each. Khalil Hartwell paced the Mocs with 17 points. The win, ASU's seventh straight, improved ASU to a sterling 4-0 in SoCon play and 12-3 overall. UTC fell to 7-9 over­ all and 0-4 in the league. The Apps opened up with a 13-point, 19-6, lead in the first 5:30 off of three of Cran­ ford's three-pointers and their lead only dipped below 13 twice the remainder of the half as the team shot 63 percent in first 20 minutes to take a 44-28 lead into halftime. ASU's lead remained in double-digits until Ricky Hood's three-pointer with 7:23 left pulled the Mocs within eight at 61-53. UTC would stay within striking distance for the next minute until three-straight turn­ overs keyed a 14-2 ASU run capped off by Cranford's re­ cord-setting three-pointer with 2:49 left to give ASU The Collegeinsider.com Mid Majour Top 25 Record 1. Butler Previous 2 11-2 7 12-3 8 6. Winthrop 11-4 3 7. Gonzaga 10-6 6 8. Davidson 13-3 9 9. Appalachian State 12-3 15 10. Old Dominion 10-4 14 11. Wichita State 10-5 4 12. Western Kentucky 12-5 11 13. VCU 11-3 18 14. Marist 11-4 10 15. Creighton 9-5 3 - 12 16. Loyola-Chicago 11-5 16 17. Hofstra 10-4 17 18. Akron 9-4 13 19. Santa Clara 11-5 19 20. Cal State Fullerton 12-3 21 21. Ohio 10-4 24 22. Sam Houston State 10-5 NR 23. Long Beach State points as Minter was double- N.C.) combined with Clay­ teamed nearly every time he ton to provide a strong in­ touched the ball. However, side presence, finishing with Thompson matched a career- eight points on 4-of-7 shoot­ high with nine assists to just ing. Scott also filled out the one turnover, while Minter stat sheet with five assists pulled down four boards and and three steals in addition dished out two helpers. to his 14 points on 5-of-7 Davis Bowne (Hickory, shooting from the floor and a 5 5. Missouri State a commanding 77-57 lead. UTC scored six unanswered points against ASU's re­ serves in the final minutes for the final, 77-63, tally. The Mocs' defense limited Donte Minter (Salisbury, N.C.) and D.J. Thompson (Ra­ leigh, N.C.) to a combined five 13-2 12-3 4. Drexel Nate Cranford shot 10-of-11 from three-point range in Saturday's win. 1 3. Southern Illinois Photo courtesy of Goasu.com 14-1 2. Northern Iowa 11-4 NR 24. Indiana State 10-4 NR 25. UC Santa Barbara 10-4 NR 4-of-4 evening from the freeASU plans to move to 5throw line. 0 in the league and grab its The Mountaineers fin­ 13th victory of the season on ished the evening shooting Saturday, January 13 versus 59 percent, their best per­ Elon at the Holmes Center formance of the season and at 3:30 p.m. The game will be fifth-straight outing of 50 the red-hot Apps first home percent or better. contest since December 16. Lady Mountaineers drop two games by Appalachian Sports Information Photo courtesy of Goasu.com Junior Maria Grimes paced the Mountaineers with 18 points Monday. CULLOWHEE, N.C.- Four Lady Catamounts scored in double figures as Appa­ lachian State University women's basketball dropped its fourth straight to West­ ern Carolina with a 71-60 loss, Monday at the Ramsey Center. Appalachian fell to 8-8 overall and 2-3 in the South­ ern Conference with the loss, while Western Carolina im­ proved to 9-7 on the season and 3-2 in league play. Both teams struggled from the field as Appala­ chian finished at a 32 per­ cent clip and Western Caro­ lina shot at 35 percent. The Lady Catamounts shot just 12.5 percent from beyond the three-point arc, convert­ ing just one-of-eight. A total of a 52 fouls were whistled in the game, 26 on each bench and a combined 69 free throws were at­ tempted. WCU shot 81 per­ cent from the charity stripe, while ASU struggled at 56 percent. Ranked 12th in the na­ tion in steals per game, the Mountaineers were three be­ low their average with nine, three from the nation's steals leader, junior Whitney Tossie (Oviedo, Fla.). Junior Maria Grimes (Bir­ mingham, Ala.) led the scor­ ing efforts for Appalachian with 18 points. Sophomore Whitney Ketner (Spartan­ burg, S.C.) went 6-for-6 at the free throw line for 10 points, while senior Jaime Bennett (Woodstock, Ga.) added nine points and six rebounds. Senior Shante Williams (Spartanburg, S.C.) grabbed a career-high 11 rebounds, while freshman GiGi Thom­ as (Tallahassee, Fla.) added eight points and eight re­ bounds. Four Catamounts scored in double-digits and were led with 17 points from Monique Dawson who went 4of-5 from the field and also a perfect 9-of-9 at the charity stripe. Brooke Johnson, Lau­ ren Powell and Chevon Kieth added 16, 14 and 13 points, respectively. Johnson recorded a double-double with 10 boards, while Kristen Feemster and Kendra Eaton each added 10 rebounds. The Lady Cats opened the game with a 12-0 run as the Mountaineers scored their first points with a jumper by Grimes at the 13:32 mark in the first half. Appalachian used an 8-2 run to pull with­ in five at 13-8 with just un­ der nine minutes remaining in the period. Trailing 18-10 with eight minutes to go in the half, ASU used a 6-0 run to pull within two points at 18-16 with six minutes remaining in the opening period. Up 24See ASU, page 2B Bednosky named to Montrail's 2007 National UltraRunning Team Ashe County High School counselor Annette Bednosky, 40, has been named to the elite 2007 Montrail National Ultrarunning Team. Bednosky, winner of 2005 Western States 100 miler in CA, 2005 Montrail Ultra Cup Series, and 2006 Highlands Sky 40 miler in WV is one of only eleven women in the country to be chosen. "When Montrail selects athletes we look for athletic ability and outgoing individuals that have the charisma and 'know-how' to gain positive exposure for Montrail" said Paul Curran, director of trail running promotions for Montrail Shoes. "The athletes we sponsor are ambassadors—they truly believe in our products and they communicate their experiences and knowledge with others." Montrail, at the leading edge of trail running shoe development since 1988, has sponsored the nation's top endurance runners since 1996. "Good trail running shoes won't make you into a runner, but running in Montrails, which are designed to be on the rocks and in the dirt, have great traction and give me confidence to help run my best", says Bednosky. "You can get them locally at Mountain Outfitters in West Jefferson, and Footsloggers and Mast General Store in Boone." Besides Montrail, the national team is supported by Nathan (hydration packs), Nuun (electrolyte drink), Clif Bar (energy bars), Petzl (headlamps), and First Endurance (energy/recovery drink). Bednosky was sidelined during the majority of 2006 due to a severe hamstring injury, and has just finished her first race of 2007 on January 5 with a second place finish at Salem Lakeshore Frosty 50k with a time of 3:52:24. During the first half of 2007, Bednosky will compete in the Uwharrie 40 miler (NC), Mt. Mitchell 40 mile Challenge (NC), Way Too Cool 50k (CA), White River 50 mile (CA), Western States 100 (CA) and the Three Days of Syallamo (AR). Bednosky will also be speaking at local fitness centers and outfitters to lead trail running clinics later this year. 2007 will be Bednosky's 3rd year as a member of the -Montrail National Ultrarunning Team. Photo courtesy of Annette Bednosky Annette Bednosky was all smiles after being honored and selected as a member of the 2007 Montrail National Ultrarunning Team. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS ball cut a 20-point first half Chattanooga lead to four 20, WCU used a 6-0 run of its late in the second half, but it own to take a 10-point, 30-20 wasn't enough as the Moun­ lead with one and a half min­ taineers fell to the Lady utes to play in the half. Mocs, 84-74, in Southern Grimes hit a tljiree-pointer Conference play Saturday at and Brittany Mixon added a the Holmes Center. layup on back-to-back pos­ Appalachian fell to 8-7 sessions as the Mountaineers overall and 2-2 in league play come­ with.the loss. Chattanooga, cut the lead to five points at Mountaineer 30-25 heading into halftime. back falls short in which had its 33-game SoAppalachian pulled with­ 84-74 loss to Lady Con regular season winning in two points once again just streak snapped Tuesday, im­ over a minute into the sec­ Mocs proved to 10-5 on the season ond half as a Thomas layup and 3-1 in the league. The Jan. 6, 2006 - BOONE, Mountaineers have now lost made the score 32-30. WCU countered with a 5-0 run N.C. - Appalachian State 17-straight games to the to extend its lead to seven University women's basket- Lady Mocs as their last win in the series came during the 1998-99 season. Chattanooga head coach Wes Moore picked up his 400th career win and 200th win at UTC with the victory. Moore, who is in his 10th season with the Lady Mocs, is 16-2 against the Moun­ taineers. The Mountaineers forced 21 UTC turnovers and con­ verted them into 14 points. Through games as of January 7, 2007 Appalachian was also solid on the boards as it out-rebounded its opponent, 40-35 Conference Season with 19 of them coming on WON LOST WON LOST the offensive end. Senior Jaime Bennett ASHE COUNTY 4 1 10 2 (Woodstock, Ga.) came two rebounds short of enter­ NORTH SURRY 3 0 10 2 ing the ASU top-10 for sin­ FORBUSH 3 1 13 2 gle-game rebounds as she pulled down a career-high 18 STARMOUNT 2 2 6 6 boards. The forward added seven points, two assists and SURRY CENTRAL 12 6 5 a blocked shot. WILKES CENTRAL 14 5 9 Four Mountaineers scored in double-digits led by junior NORTH WILKES .0 4 3 10 Whitney Tossie (Oviedo, Fla.) and freshman GiGi Thomas (Tallahassee, Fla.) with 18 points apiece. The nation's steals leader, Tossie chipped in four steals and five as­ sists, while Thomas added points at 37-30 at the 17:10 mark. The Mountaineers were unable to pull closer than seven points in the final 17 minutes as the Lady Cata­ mounts picked up their fourth-straight victory over ASU with a 71-60 win. continued from page IB MVAC official standings Women's Basketball three steals, five rebounds and two assists. Junior Maria Grimes (Bir­ mingham, Ala.) and senior Carleena Costner (Gastonia, N.C.) added 11 points apiece. Costner hit 3-of-4 from be­ yond the three-point arc and finished a perfect 2-of-2 at the charity stripe. Appalachian held the conference's scoring leader, Alex Anderson, to nearly five points below her aver­ age with 15. She added a team-high 12 rebounds. Lau­ ra Hall led all scorers arid tied her career high with 26 points as she hit 3-of-5 from beyond the three-point line and went a perfect 9-for-9 at the free throw line. Jenaya Wade-Fray added 10 points for UTC, while Brooke Hand chipped in nine points and a team-high three steals. Hall alone tied the Moun­ taineers in the first 11 min­ utes of the game as Chat­ tanooga jumped out to its largest lead of the game of 20 points at 33-13 with just un­ der nine minutes to go in the opening half. Appalachian countered with a 7-0 run of its own to cut the lead to 13 at 33-20 with eight minutes to go in the half. ASU came as close as eight point in the first half before UTC escaped the first half with a 53-36 lead. 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Mr. King was the son of Reverend Martin Luther King, Sr. and Alberta Williams King. He graduated from Boston University in 1955 with a Ph.D. in Theology. He became the pastor of Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama in 1953. He and his wife, Coretta Scott King, had four children. King began his non-violent civil rights activism in 1955 when he led the Montgomery Bus Boycott, which began when Mrs. Rosa Parks refused to give her bus seat to a white man. He was also the leader of the famous March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in 1963, where he gave his infamous "I Have a Dream" speech. Dr. King is also well known for his famous written works, such as his "Letter from Birmingham Jail", written in 1963, after he was arrested at a non-violent protest. 1929-1968 Martin Luther King, Jr. dedicated his life to working towards equality between all races. 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Jefferson Ave.* West Jefferson, NC 336-246-5222 Open Mon-Fri • 7am - 5pm 336-982-9821 8281 262-3700 Boone, NC West Jefferson 601S. Jefferson Avenue Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" Chevrolet West Jefferson, NC 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net 336-246-3367 SO �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5 b FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Don't forget to file for telephone tax refund by R°y Cooper o"C- Attorney General w'3' t°the Post . *th a new year rolling in, .lsn.t too early to starting Jinking about your taxes. very year, I warn consumers . 0ut tax scams and con-art- h \jWho are out t0 set y°ur earned money. But this year, I'd also like to tell you u you can Set a little extra eash back on your tax return. us is a one-time opportuni­ ty, so don't miss out. And no, u s not a scam. ard The good news is that con­ sumers who pay for long dis- Post file photo Roy Cooper tance or bundled telephone service can claim a one-time tax refund on your 2006 feder­ al income tax return. Thanks to recent court decisions, this refund is available to anyone who paid federal excise taxes on long-distance or bundled landline, wireless, or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service. • Who can get a refund? Any consumer, business or nonprofit organization that paid the tax for long distance or bundled service billed after February 28, 2003 and before August 1, 2006 is eligible to request the refund. • What is bundled service? The IRS classifies bundled service as local and long dis­ tance service provided under a single plan that does not state the charge for the local telephone service separately from other services. Bundled service plans include, for ex­ ample, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service, and landline and wireless service plans that provide both local and long distance service for a flat monthly fee. • How much will I get back? You can file for a standard refund of between $30 and $60 without having to gath­ er your old phone bills. The amount you'll get is based on the number of exemptions you claim. For example, a married couple filing a joint return with two dependant children can get the maxi­ mum amount of $60. If you want to get back the actual amount of tax you paid you'll need to gather your old tele­ phone bills from February 28, 2003 through August 1, 2006. Blood drives set The current blood inven>ry is in need of all blood ,rpes, including the following I most urgent status: O NEGATIVE LESS HAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY O POSITIVE LESS HAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY B POSITIVE LESS HAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY B NEGATIVE LESS HAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY A NEGATIVE LESS HAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY The overall inventory tands at 3 days supply. Please help the blood suply by planning to attend be following American Red !ross Blood Drives scheduled I your area: 1-18: National luard Armory, 11 am - 4 pm 1-21: New River rFD, 12:30 - 5 pm 1-25: Mountain learts at Ashe Memorial lospital, 11 am - 3:30 pm January is National Volunser Blood Donor Month! All onors will receive an Amerian Red Cross Window Cling! Businesses and non-profits cannot claim the standard re­ fund and will need to file for the actual amount of tax they paid. • When will I get my re­ fund? The telephone tax refund will be treated as a one-time payment on your 2006 re­ turn and will either reduce the amount you owe on or be added to your refund. • How can I claim my re­ fund? If you want to claim the standard amount, you only need to fill out one additional line on your regular incometax return. People who don't otherwise need to file a return can use form 1040EZ-T to choose the standard amount. Individuals who want to claim the actual amount of tax they paid can fill out Form 8913 and attach it to their regular returns. Businesses and nonprofits must fill out Form 8913 and base their refund requests on the actual amount of tax they paid. Businesses should at­ tach this form to the incometax returns they normally file. Nonprofits, including church­ es, charities and other taxexempt organizations, should attach it to Form 990-T. • Where can I get more in­ formation? Instructions for request­ ing this special refund will be included with your tax forms and are also available on the IRS website at www. irs.gov . If you decide to figure the actual amount of tax you paid rather than claim the standard refund, you'll need copies of your phone bills. Keep in mind that telephone companies may charge for replacement copies of past bills, if available. Check out the company's Web site for more information before you contact them about getting replacement copies. Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and his staff work from January through December to help consumers make smart choices. We are here to be of service when you need us, but through consumer education efforts like these columns we hope to help North Carolin­ ians avoid problems from the start. 1 ST TIME EVER l ONE DAY ONLY INVENTORY CLEARANCE SALE! Saturday, January 13th 9:30am • 6pm OUR GUARANTEED LOW All Showcased Jewelry IN-STORE FINANCING I • 1 1 iii DON'T MISS THIS SPECIAL 1 DAY ONLY SALE! Wal-Mart Shopping Center, Wilkesboro, NC Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9:30am - 6:00pm Email: diaking@wilkes.net 336-667-2257 888-591 -3174 O Member JA • SJ0 • NCJA 90 DAY SAME-AS-CASH FINANCING I I �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST LIGHTERSIDE Super Crossword ACROSS 57 Misplace 109 Golfer's 1 Covenant 58 Vane letters gadget 5 Come out 60 Ring cham­ 110 Islamic ruler of one's pionship 111 Singer shell 61 Caribbean Guthrie 10 King or isle 112 Climb a queen 63 Song­ trellis 14 Tracking writers' org. 114 "Uh-uh!" tool 67 Idol's 116 Extra 19"— patriae" 119 Jim perch 20 Moscow's Morrison, 69 Stiller's locale for one partner _21 Clarinet kin 72 Mediocre 120 Lost 22 Cover 73 Mohammed 124 Tiny story? 126 Peter of — Jinnah 23 Deception "Casa­ 74 Rage blanca" 25 Gibberish 75 Firms: abbr. 128 Arizona city 27 Detergent 77 Disorderly 131 Disorganized target 81 Marsh 134 Weak 28 Roman 82 Circle 138 Spout like fountain section Cicero 30 British bar 83 Damage 31 Nut part 84 Ibsen's "— 139 Close noisily 32 Achy Gynt" 140 Richard's 35 Civil Rights 85 Flight voep segment org. 141 Austin or 87 Migration 37 Baseball's Garr Kluszewski 90 Remove varnish 142 The — 39 "Moby-Dick" Drop Kid" 92 — stop narrator 95 Less ('51 film) 42 Canvas 143 Use the available cover 96 Pie VCR 44 Some are ingredient? 144 Rocky deviated 98 Holler Mountain 48 — -Locka, 101 Kenton or range FL Getz 145 Pile 49 Equine exclamation 102 Hardened Indigo" DOWN 52 — gin fizz 104 ('31 song) 1 "Fie!" 53 Sufficient 107 Sign of 2 Famous 55 Actress spring fellow? Reid 3 Fashion's Chanel 4 Platitude 5 Cool 6 Fuss and feathers 7 Savoir-faire 8 Make butter 9 Biblical book 10 Amusing 11 — Dhabi 12 Frolic 13 Premiere 14 Scott's The — Quarter 15 Grad 16 — novel 17 Eban of Israel 18 Disturbance 24 Ashcan artist John 26 Too heavy 29 Puncheons 33 Rod's companion 34 Designer Fiorucci 36 Freighter front 38 Al — (cook­ ing term) 39 It comes before kappa 40 Practice punching 41 Reckless 43 Foreign correspon­ dent? RHYME TIME 45 "Petits —" 99 Schubert 46 Kind of song confection 100 Carson's 47 Blazing successor 50 Youth org. 103 Haggard 51 "Siddhartha" 105 Connecticut author town 54 Soprano 106 Extinct bird Traubel 108 The Bristol 56 Presidential —" (*61 hit) nickname 113 Christmas 59 Ridges decoration 62 Ooh's 115 Criminal partner caper 64 Military unit 117 Director 65 Selling point Lubitsch 66 Hearth 118 Dais hardware covering 68 Forgo the 120 Way off fudge base? 70 San —, 121 Lassie's Italy father 71 Consterna­ 122 Jack of "Rio tion Lobo" 75 Inner circle 123 Choir 76 Journalist member Fallaci 125 Poet 78 Shock Wilcox 79 Author Jong 127 Give off 80 Prison 129 Hook's pariah mate 86 Taxing org. 130 Steinbeck 88 Withered character 89 Act like an 132 Craving egret 133 Drink like a 91 Norm dachshund 93 D-Day site 135 Street 94"... my salutation banjo on 136 Hither and — my —" 97 Mount —, 137 Puppy FL protest r 15 16 17 18 22 Salome's Stars Week of January 15 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your batteries should be fully recharged by now, mak­ ing you more than eager to get back into the swing of things full time. Try to stay focused so that you don't dis­ sipate your energies. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You're eager to charge straight ahead into your new responsibilities. But you'll have to paw the ground a little longer, until a surprise complication is worked out. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Rival factions are pres­ suring you to take a stand favoring one side or the other. But this isn't the time to play judge. Bow out as gracefully as possible, without commit­ ting yourself to any position. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Reassure a longtime, trusted confidante that you appreciate his or her words of advice. But at this time, you need to act on what you per­ ceive to be your own sense of self-interest. LEO (July 23 to August 22) You need to let your warm Le­ onine heart fire up that new relationship if you hope to see it move from the "just friends" level to one that will be as ro­ mantic as you could hope for. VIRGO (August 23 to Sep­ tember 22) There's still time to repair a misunderstanding with an honest explanation and a heartfelt apology. The sooner you do, the sooner you can get on with other mat­ ters. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Expect a tem­ porary setback as you prog­ ress toward your goal. Use this time to re-examine your plans and see where you might need to make some sig­ nificant changes. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Some missteps are revealed as the cause of current problems in a per­ sonal or professional partner­ ship. Make the necessary ad­ justments and then move on. SAGITTARIUS (Novem­ ber 22 to December 21) Jupi­ ter's influence helps you work through a pesky problem, al­ lowing your naturally jovial attitude to re-emerge stron­ ger than ever. Enjoy your suc­ cess. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Set aside your usual reluctance to change, and consider reas­ sessing your financial situa­ tion so that you can build on its strengths and minimize its weaknesses. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Some re­ cently acquired information helps open up a dark part of the past. Resolve to put what you've learned to good use. Travel plans continue to be favored. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Act on your own keen instincts. Your strong Piscean backbone will sup­ port you as someone attempts to pressure you into a decision you're not ready to make. BORN THIS WEEK: You embody a love for traditional values combined with an ap­ preciation of what's new and challenging. 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ANP PECL'NiNJ PRCPUCTMTY /T King Crossword ACROSS 1 Highlander's hat 4 Strikebreaker 8 Moistens 12 Epoch 13 Ice-cream holder 14 Idle or Ambler 15 Tenet 17 Wee bit 18 Horseshoe site 19 Bad lighting? 20 Gather greedily 22 Hourglass fill 24 Sea eagle 25 "Ragtime" author 29 Island sou venir 30 Nasal passage 31 Biblical verb ending 32 Paper 34 London gallery 35 "You Go Head" 36 Archer's missile 37 Gesturer's "dunno" 40 What some men are made of 41 Go sightseeing 42 Shipbuilders' THERE ARE IS? SPECIES OF OWLS IN THE WHILE AVANY W:LP CREATURES AWRATE OR HIBERNATE THIS TIME OF YEAR, FOR SOME LIFE POESNT REALLY SLOW POWN-FT'S THE TIME OF NEW LIFE ••• • . ^ WINTER NESTING SEE AYS OPP. PERHAPS, BUT WORLT, ANP THEY ARE AMONG THE CREATURES THAT B£G'N THEIR UVES IN THE COiStST TIATF OF THE YEAR WHEN THE VDUNG OWLS ARE REAPY TO LEAVE THE NEST ON THEIR OWN. SPRING'S SEASON OF PLENTY WIL INCREASE THEIR 1 CHANCES OF SURVIVAL B H O ] THE OWL'S EYESISHT IS IOC TIMES KEENER THAN THAT OF HUALANS, ANP IT POSSESSES THE LAAGEST EARPRUALS IN THE BLRP WORLP OWLS, UNLIKE OTHER B«PS, BEGIN INCUBATING THEIR EGGS AS SOON AS THE FIRST EGG IS LAIP, ANP SINCE THE EGGS ARE LAIP SEVERAL PAYS APART, THE FLEPGUNGS, m: -j ARE OFTEN VARlEP IN SIZE | 1 •Met ALL OF THESE BENEFITS HELP THE PARENT BiRPS FEEP THEIR FLEPGUNGS PuAlNG THE LEAN MONTHS OF LATE WINTER ,1 i i • 'hJai YOU HAVE REACHED THE H RESIDENCE OF J.WELLINGTON w WIMPY THE THIRD-, f place contest 46 Neat as 8 Nut 47 October gem 9 Piccadilly 48 Carnival city statue 49 Desires 10 One of the 50 Set Jackson 5 component 11 Read bar 51 Insecticide codes 16 Moved DOWN quickly 1 Slight bit 19 Picnic 2 Past invaders 3 Grease 20 Maintained monkey 21 Sandwich 4 Seafood treat selection 22 Chastity's 5 Hairdo dad 6 Landers or 23 - above the Coulter rest 7 Spelling 25 "Carpe -. SORRY I'M NOT IN ATTHE MOMENT... 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IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: • Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphait shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: * • Moderate • * Challenging • *• HOO BOY! ©2007 King Features Synd., Inc. World rights reserved. www.mtjeffersonmotors.com 336-846-1778 • Jefferson, NC 28640 Jimmy Wiles, Tony Goodman, Ronald Hal&ey MELBff GRAY Hair Stylist For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads •Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Burn permits issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: www.ncair.orv 1 (877) OPEN BURN 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem. NC 27107 (336)771-5000 (This ad paid for by a violator of the open burning law.) has relocated, and invites all friends and customers to visit her at: BELINDA'S HAIR DESIGN 113 North Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 Salon: 846-7047 Home: 246-2027 Cell: 977-6790 Haircuts - $10°° • Perms - $35°° • Color - $35°° GRAND OPENING - JAN 13. 2007 �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 40-Lost & Found I" CLASSIFIED / . , | ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm FOUND: Mother's Ring at Bare Creek Convenience Center. Call 982-2623 and describe. CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper | (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) I I IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number If of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post S PO Box 808 •i West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check. Visa or Master Card) | LOST: KEYS TO Airstream Trailer. Lost Jan. 6 near Yadkin Valley Bank & Trust at Wal-Mart, or elsewhere. Call 828-264-2699. Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336)846-7165 e-mail: classified® ieffersonpost.com Web: www. jeffe rsonpost.com REWARD for the return of our Beagle puppy, Lemon/white male. Last seen Dec 28 on Hwy 163. Please call, 336-877-1677 70-Travel & Camping 1992 Prowler 25" with Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. Cal 336-977-0383 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6, Queen Bed, bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR •LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It Illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren undor 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUO toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIR Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies For Sale: Chipper, walk behind bush hog and generator, used very little. Call 336982-8320, leave name & number. 235-Christmas Trees For Sale: Fraser Fir 3/0 Seedlings available for Spring. Mount Rogers Origin. Call 336-877-1008 them up. Premium 40-Lost & Found Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's THANKYOU Jefferson Post and 3-3's fall available and for spring. Call or FOUND; Female 336-877-2652 Black Lab mix, approx 336-877-7167. 1yr, wearing burgundy 260-Garage/Yard collar with silver and Sales leash attached. Call 246-4118 or 977-3746. KITS FOUND: Are available at the Bird Dog/Hound mix, Jefferson Post for brown ears & eyes, purchase. Each kit white face, short hair, includes: 6 Signs long tail, 40 lbs, 18" 60 Price Stickers high. Found in the 6 Directional Arrows Todd area Marking Pen Call 828-295-9924 Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only S5.95 each LOST: Black Lab male with white on chest, wearing red collar. Answers Jo Droopy. Shy, but sweet. Missing from Glendale Springs area. Last seen week before Christmas. If you have any information, please call 620-8664. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be , in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 370-Cars/Vans for Sale 1995 Mercury Villager Van, seats 7, remova­ ble middle captains chair seats, highway miles, loaded. $1500. Call 336-877-3899. 1994 Lumina Euro, 64,000 Florida Miles. Looks and drives like new. $3,800. Call Dave Goodman 336-877-5694 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 380-Trucks & Call 336-877-0159 4x4s for Sale The Jefferson Post 2004 F-250 XLT Super has FREE Duty, 4x4 Diesel, black wooden pallets. with silver. 40,000 Just come by miles. $28,500. Call and pick them up. 336-927-4453 310-Musical m ^M ? ukauMJ We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Pomeranian Puppies 1 male, 1 female, 7 weeks old. $150 ea. Call anytime, 385-1515 Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 160-Business Opportunities 30-Special Notices 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap Donald is a 6-month old black lab mix pup­ py. All his siblings have been adopted, and he's Donald is so lonely! GREAT with all people (especially kids!) and other animals. Donald's a healthy, happy puppy who needs a good, lov­ ing home today.Donald is up to date on vac­ cines. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336-372-8744. visit For more info alleghany.petfinder.com PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. The Alleghany Animal Shelter is OVERWHELMED with puppies right now! Currently there are 21 puppies of various breeds, genders, and sizes all available for adoption. We URGENTLY need donations of puppy food and ADOPTIONS to get our numbers down! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Accepting bids on 1994 Ford Ranger, 5 speed, extended cab, 4x4 pick-up. Call Allied Financial Services 336-846-8288 SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green.top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC *One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent For Rent: 2 BR House Stop by Hart Power Equipment. House, 2BR, 1BA furnished, dishwasher, washer, dryer, base­ ment. One year lease. References. $750 per month. $750 deposit. Call 336-928-0064 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! West Jefferson 3 BR, 2 Full Baths, Approx 1124 sq ft with all appli­ ances. 1.01 acres with Pond. Lots of privacy. Super clean, close to Town. $650/month plus deposit. No smoking in house / No pets. Call 336-246-2871. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale $49,900.00 BRAND NEW 1600 SOFT DOUBLE WIDE. THAT INCLUDES DELIVERY SETUP. HURRY! ONLY 2 MODELS LEFT. 5 YEAR WARRANTY! ONE PIECE FIBERGLASS TUBS. APPLIANCES, 2X4 16 ON CENTER CONSTRUCTION. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 1994 Coro Mobile Home, 3/2 with deck, Monitor heater, at Hilltop Acres in West Jefferson. $10,000 Call 336-246-9295 for appointment. 2007TAX REFUND Attention Previous Home Owners, 1st time Home Buyers, Renter^. Put your TAX REFUND TO WORK in buying a new home. Call Freedom Homes. 336-973-2335 for more details. 5 YEAR WARRANTY ON ALL NEW HORTON HOMES. WE BUILD THE BEST AND OFFER THE BEST WARRANTY... 5 YEAR COVERAGE ON APPLIANCES, FURNACE, STRUC­ TURE, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING EVEN THE HEAT PUMP!! THERE IS A DIFFERENCE!! HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. Jefferson Post for FOR QUICK * RESULTSI Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our Tor rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Wilkes Community College Director of Student Support Services For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu LOWEST PRICE OUT THERE!!!!! $23,900.00 SET AND DELIVERED. 14X72 SINGLE WIDE. YOU CAN PICK YOUR COLORS!! AVAILABLE IN 2 OR 3 BEDROOMS!! STOVE AND REFRIGERATOR INCLUDED. 5 YEAR WARRANTY. QUALITY HORTON CONSTRUCTION!!! VINYL AND SHINGLE EXTERIOR. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO. 336-973-7488 ALL STEEL BUILDINGS 30x40 to 150x300 Turnkey available. Call Eggers & Eggers Construction 336-982-9456 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates. Call 336-246-5634. 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS 505-Modular Homes for Sale AFFORDABLE MODULARSIII SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION WITH FAIR PRICES. HORTON HOMES OFFERS IT ALL. SPECIAL FINANCING OPTIONS AVAILABLE... WE DON'T MAKE MONEY OFFYOUR FINANCING. STOP IN OR CALL HORTON HOMES OF WILKES­ BORO 336-973-7488 LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots & Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 LEARN TO DRIVE FULL & PARTI MET CLASSES • CDL TRAINING - FINANCING AVAILABLE |OB PLACEMENT This the 29th day of December, 2006. Ellis Dalton Johnson Executor for the Estate of Danish Kemp Rash LEGAL NOTICE NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY THE UNDERSIGNED, Aaron Landry, having qualified on the 20th day of December, 2006 as Executor of the Estate of Edith S. Best, deceased, this is to no­ tify all persons, firms, and corporations hav­ ing claims against said Estate that they must present them to the undersigned at 1600 Morganton Road, B-8, Pinehurst, NC 28734, on or before the 12th day of April, 2007 or the claims will be forev­ er barred thereafter, and this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said Estate will make prompt pay­ ment to the under­ signed at the above ad­ dress. Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of E. Reeves Vannoy (a/k/a Everette Reeves Vannoy, Everette R. Vannoy, E.R. Vannoy), late of Fleetwood, Ashe County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all per­ sons, firms and corpo­ rations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhib­ it them to the under­ signed, at One West Fourth Street, WinstonSalem, North Carolina 27101, on or before the 29th day of March, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. This the 29th day of December, 2006. FIRST CITIZENS BANK & TRUST COM­ PANY. EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF E. REEVES VANNOY WOMBLE CARLYLE SANDRIDGE & RICE, PLLC One West Fourth St. Winston-Salem, NC 27101 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN RE: ESTATE OF BERNARD CYRIL MILLER Late of Ashe County, North Carolina This is to NOTIFY ALL PERSONS having claims against said Estate to present them to GRADY LONON, Attorney at Law, 218 East Main Street, P.O. Box 422, Jefferson, NC 28640, within 90 days of the publication of this NO­ TICE, or this NOTICE will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the Estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned for the Estate. This is the 29th day of December, 2006 Grady Lonon 1195-Legals 3806.780 06-SP-60 AMENDED NOTICE UNDER AND BY VIR­ TUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Barry D. Aidridge, Sole Owner­ ship, dated August 8, 2005 and recorded in the Office of the Regis­ ter of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, recorded on August 12, 2005, in Book 333 at Page 354; and be­ cause of default in the payment of the indeb­ tedness secured there­ by and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agree­ ments contained there­ in and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Ashe County Court­ house, in Jefferson, North Carolina at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, January 16, 2007, that parcel of land, in­ cluding improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Fleetwood, County of Ashe, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: BEING all of Lot 10 of Stonecrest at the Parkway, Phase 1 as more particularly shown on Plat Book 6 at Page 64, Ashe County, North Caroli­ na Public Registry. Conveyed herewith is a non-exclusive per­ petual 45 foot wide right of way for the purpose of ingress, egress and regress over and across the subdivision roads as shown on Plat Book 6 at Page 64, Ashe County, North Caroli­ na Public Registry. Address of property: 116 Autumn Ridge Road, Fleetwood, NC 28626 Present Record Own­ ers: Barry D. Aldridge This the 20th day of December, 2006. The terms of the sale are that the real prop­ erty hereinbefore de­ scribed will be sold for cash to the highest bid­ der. The Substitute Trustee reserves the Aaron Landry Executor of the Estate of Edith S. Best 1600 Morganton Road, B-8 Pinehurst, NC 28374 Credit Problems? Need a Car? CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's ALLIANCE HACTOH -TRAILER RAININO CENTHWa With Sign on Bonus Training In W y l h e v ll i e , Virginia Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus \"l-800-334-1203 Job Opportunity Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Office Manager Administrative position within a growing company with duties consisting of answering phones, typing, file management, project payment tracking, and other office-related duties as required. Thorough knowledge of computer and various office software applications a must. The selected candidate must demonstrate initiative in organizing workload and completing assignments, along with good communication skills. Graduation from high school, preferably supplemented by college-level work in secretarial science, and 1 to 2 years of experience in office/clerical work or equivalent combination of education and experience. Qualified candidates should send a resume to: Jemsite Development P.O. Box 1000 Jefferson, NC 28640 Attn: Human Resources Dept. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Danish Kemp Rash, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 5013 Hill Ha­ ven Road, Jonesville, North Carolina 28642 SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New on or before the 6th 2007 models 2,3, and 4 day of April, 2007,or Bedrooms 2 Bath this Notice will be Homes with Shingle pleaded in bar to their Roof and Vinyl Siding. recovery. All persons We will MEET or BEAT indebted to the estate will please make imme­ anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 diate payment to the undersigned. 1115Professionals Check Out the For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDDII 1-800-735-2962 LIMITED INCOME? LIMITED CREDIT? LAND HOME PACK­ AGES ARE POSSIBLE WITH AS LITTLE AS $500.00 DOWN, WE HAVE A NEW FINANCE PROGRAM TO ASSIST YOU. GIVE US A CALL. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 1195-Legals 1145-Steel Buildings is now accepting applications for full and part-time positions. Very competitive wages and other benefits. CRNA Dietitian \ Home Care Director Emergency Director Apply in person at: 215 Long Street Jefferson, NC No phone calls, please. VXX, We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , JANUARY 12, 2007 PAGE 9B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals right to require a cash NORTH CAROLINA deposit or a certified ASHE COUNTY check not to exceed IN THE GENERAL the greater of five COURT OF JUSTICE percent (5%) of the SUPERIOR COURT amount of the bid or DIVISION Seven Hundred Fifty BEFORE THE CLERK Dollars ($750.00). In FILE NO.: 06-SP-50 the event that the Own­ er and Holder is ex­ In the Matter of the empt from paying the Foreclosure of the same, the successful Deed of Trust of bidder may also be re­ JOSEPH WILEY quired to pay revenue RASH, stamps on the Trust­ Mortgagor-Grantor ee's Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the To tax required by BENJAMIN G. HUR­ N.C.G.S. §7A-308 (a) LEY, JR. Substitute Trustee (1). The real property herei­ nabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, un­ paid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be an­ nounced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trust­ ee^). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trust­ ee^), in their sole dis­ cretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Dated: December 7, 2006 And NORTHWESTERN NATIONAL BANK. Noteholder NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of an Order made and en­ tered by the Honorable JERRY ROTEN, Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County, North Carolina, on the 20th day of June, 2006, and the power of sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust from Joseph Wily Rash to Sherrie R. Hodges, Trustee, recorded in Deed Book 276, at Pages 1063-1070, in the Ashe County Reg­ istry, Benjamin G. Hur­ ley, Jr. was appointed Substitute Trustee in Deed Book 345, at Page 830-831 in the Ashe County Registry, the undersigned Sub­ stitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at Ashe County Courthouse, Jefferson, North Caroli­ na at 11:00 A.M. on the 26th day of January, 2007, the real estate conveyed in said Deed of Trust, the same lying and being in Ashe County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Kellam & Pettit, P.A. Substitute Trustee 9704)442-9500 Posted: 12-8-06 Witness:J.jnda Wilson Assistant/Deputy Clerk of Superior Court 1195-Legals oak, thence South 74 West 75 poles to a white oak, thence South 19 West 24 poles to a beech, thence South 52 East 34 3/5 poles to a horn­ beam, thence South 46 West 3 poles to a stake, Rash & Phipps corner thence South 53 East 28 3/5 poles to a buckeye, thence South 62 East 14 3/5 poles to a poplar Rash & Phipps line, thence North 55 1/2 East 36 3/5 poles to a stake in center of highway, thence North 74 East 33 poles to a stake in center of highway thence North 85 East 40 poles to a stake in center of highway, then North 35 1/2 poles to a stake then North 21 West 39 poles to the beginning and contain­ ing 58 acres, more or less. Substitute Trustee KILBY & HURLEY P.O. Box 24 West Jefferson, 28694 There is also EXCEPT­ ED from the above de­ scribed property a 3.993 acre tract of land as recorded in Deed Book 222, Pages 14181419, Ashe County Registry. There is also EXCEPT­ ED from the above described property, a 7.000 acre tract of land as recorded in Deed Book, 326, Pages 2240-2242, Ashe County Registry. The above described property is all the prop­ erty known as Parcel # 18294-172 and con­ taining 41.882 acres. Appleseed Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work 336.977.2113 Publication Dates: January 5, 2007 and January 12, 2007 • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Being NUMBER ONE is nothing to celebrate. This year, more than 172,000 ixsople will be diagnosed witt i lung cancer, and more than 163,000 will die f r o m it — m a k i n g it A m e r i c a ' s NUMBER O N E cancer killer. But new treatments offer hope. Lung Cancer Alliance is shining a light on lung cancer and focusing more attention on this disease. I work. Therefore, eye strain. There is EXCEPTED from the above descri­ bed property a 0.630 acre tract of land as re­ corded in Deed Book 197, Pages 1781-1782, Ashe County Registry. The successful bidder will be required to deposit with the undersigned Substitute Trustee ten (10) per­ cent of the bid price, Beginning at a chest­ and the sale will remain nut, A. A. Rash and open for ten days for Nola Blevins corner on advanced or raised East side of old ridge road and running North bids. 88 West 22 poles to a stake; thence North 44 This the 2nd day of West 13 poles to a January, 2007. chestnut oak, thence South 64 West 44 Benjamin G. Hurley, Jr. poles to a chestnut Loyos • Business Curds Brochures • Camera Ready Ads Deborah Holder-Cairn NC $ $ $ Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vision Council ol America recommends regular eye exams for you and your family to ensure healthy vision. Check Yearly. See Clearly* www.checkyearly.com " ~00LS D WHEELS • Remodel Jobs • Decks • Additions • Repairs • Maintenance RJ /VINE 336-977-2112 C Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 Iurtgcanceralliance.org PUBLIC NOTICE GOVERNMENT PROPERTY FOR SALE The County of Ashe is accepting sealed bids on the following items. Bids must be submitted no later than 2 p.m. on Friday, February 2,2007 at which time they will be opened. Bids must clearly indicate which item is being bid, the amount being offered, and the name, address and telephone number of the bidder. All bids must be in sealed envelopes and clearly labeled as "Sealed Bid for Surplus Property". Bids must be either hand delivered or mailed to: County Manager's Office, 150 Government Circle Suite 2500, Jefferson, NC 28640. All title fees, sales tax etc. are the responsibility of the buyer. Any bids that attempt to circumvent the official bid process will not be accepted. For example specifying a bid of $x greater than the highest bid not to exceed $xx is unacceptable. 1988 White front loader garbage truck (1WDHJF4JN129658) 1989 Dodge pick-up (1B7HM06Y8KS127168) 1982 White roll-off truck (WXDCHJD0CN055138) Equalizer 420 IBD Pressure Washer (220v heated) High Pressure Washer (220v heated) Jet-A-Way Pressure Washer (1 lOv heated) Napa 5 gal. air compressor Charge Air Pro air compressor The items listed above may be viewed at the Ashe County Landfill. Inquires may be made to the Environmental Services Director at (336) 246-3721. In addition, the following vehicles will be sold at the West Jefferson Auto Auction on Thursday, February 1, 2007: 1996 Ford Ranger pick-up (1FTCR11U2TUB29610) 1994 Jeep Laredo (1J4GZ58S4RC319446) 1989 Ford Van (1FMDA31U6KZB30098) 1999 Ford Explorer (1FMZU34X3XZA77984) Dan McMillan County Manager January 9, 2007 ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC ' Mountain View w N Center Licensed in North Carolina & VA install roofing of all kinds Koof Painting S e t o f 4 All 13"-$199 All 14"-$229 All 15"-$259 16"Truck - $420 215-85-16-- 235-85-16 STATE LINE FAST LUBE Hwy 16 @ NC/VA State Line FREE ESTIMATES 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 Absolutely the BESI Prices Possible. Allen Miller 336-384-3033 J O E 'S I V AND mj 8-2 Wed & Sat zenith TV'S & HOME THEATRES „I 0 County • Z On Stop fnr (,reat fyt 30 Plus Years Experience WTREE SERVICE Mountain Welding BOB'S TREE SERVICE • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel Serving the High Country Fully Insured" • Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES Shop located at: bs* TRACKHOE SERVICES %F KEITH'S TRACKHOE SERVICE uoone Grading Co., Inc. • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems • Basements • Footers • Commercial • Residential • Customized 245 VonTurner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner 17 years experience X^Celh 977-2978 Home: 384-4978^ iv 982-3335 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units tor On-site Welding Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.» Lansing, NC ALLTYPES OF GRADING SALES & SERVICE JVC Authorized Technicians On Board Open 8-5 UI'Mh'F No Job Too Small or Too Large! « 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 276-579-4562 \ ,pione€r Insured Ac ALL Work Guaranteed 336-384-2063 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE •Sony • Sharp HIGH COUNTRY TIRE SALE LUNG CANCER ALLIANCE NO MORL EXCUSES. NO MORE LUNG CANCER. LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 Road Building • Ditching • Ditch Bank Cleaning Bush Hogging • House Foundations • Demolition Foundation Wall Construction • Lot Clearing 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 28618 •ar j PHOTOdRAPH Y S s n fl a / &t f y a)u u a /o nt /oq r / / / 2007 Wedding Bookings Available Now • Packages Available • Engagement and Bridal from $875.00 Portraits • On-line Viewing and Ordering • Total Event Coverage 336-982-4600 • 336-667-0822 • sroarkfoto@skvbest.com 1149 Old Highway 16 • Jefferson. NC 28640 �PAGE 10B FRIPAY/JANUARY 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Work begins on 2007 Relay for Life It was a "Night of a Thou­ sand Stars" Jan. 8 at Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church as the American Can­ cer Society of Ashe County held its Relay for Life kick-off and transformed the church into "Relay Cinemas," com­ plete with concession stand, popcorn, candy and a movie of highlights from Relay 2006 shown on the big screen. This year's theme is "Cel­ ebration Of Our Stars" and seeing so many survivors turn out for the opening event was better than any Oscar awards show could ever be. "They are the reason we walk, they are our hope for the future." Last year Ashe County raised $30,000 over the goal and the fundraising goal for 2007 is $77,000, with hopes the community will help raise. The organization has collected $4,831, which start­ ed Monday night and 2007 off with a bang! Relay for Life will be held on the track of the Ashe Coun­ ty High School and opening ceremonies start at 6 p.m. on July the 20, so mark that date on your calendar, you won't want to miss it! It will be a fun-filled night for every­ one and there will be events and food galore. Future arti­ cles will provide more details about all the evening's activi­ ties. Please order your lumi­ naries early so that they can be included in the program. Last year was the first time for a program and organizers want to make sure everyone's name, "In Honor Of" and "In Memory Of," get included. field a motivated team or just want to meet some great new friends, please come join the group. There is so much support for you as a new or returning team captain that you don't have to worry about a thing. Just come, have fun, work hard and make a dif­ ference in the fight. There will be a team captain (for all team captains) meeting at Mount Jefferson Presbyte­ rian Church on Monday, Feb. 12, at 5:30 p.m. If you weren't able to at­ tend the kick-off, you missed a great night and organiz­ ers hope you come to future events because they are al­ ways fun and you never know what might happen. Mon­ day's attendees won prizes that included DVD movies, popcorn, candy and drinks as well as the lucky winner of two Sarah Evans tickets for her upcoming concert. Be on the look-out for information about these upcoming events; Womanless Beauty Pageant (let a co-chair know if you have just the right man for this competition), Sock-Hop and Concert with Jeff Little, Steve Lewis and Josh Scott. Ashe County co-chairs for Relay this year are DeAnna S. Lewis and Amy Dollar. You may reach DeAnna at (828) 964-3930 and Amy at 8773949 if you are unable to at­ tend any of the planned meet­ ings or have questions. You can also call the American Cancer Society toll free at 1(800) ACS-2345 for informa­ tion about all cancer related topics as well as Relay for Life. Being involved is easy. Relay meets once a month and the agenda of items to discuss usually takes an hour, everything is laid out step-by- f '• step and seasoned Relay vet­ erans will help guide you all the way. 4th place, Braxton Treadway, $100 savings bond from Ashe County Christmas Tree Growers and First Citizens Bank, presented by Sandy Patrick. 5th place, Cody Hendricks, $100 savings bond from Farm Bureau Insurance Agency, presented by Lonnie Darnell. Appreciation is. extended to all the sponsors and to the teachers at Mountain View. Signing up at the Wall of Hope during the Jan. 8 kickoff event for Relay for Life. With an event of this size, it takes volunteers from the community to make it hap­ pen. The question most asked at a Relay meeting is "why do you Relay?" Most people have been touched in one way or another by cancer and getting involved in the fight against cancer is the best way to in­ sure that this terrible disease comes to an end. That's why there will be a new team cap­ tain training session at the Winner's Circle on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 6 p.m. If you've ever wanted to make a dif­ ference in your community, have ideas that you think would make Relay fundrais­ ing great, want to be a part of the fight against cancer, know that your place of busi­ ness, family or friends could Mountain View DARE students graduate Mountain View Elemen­ tary School sixth graders participated in a DARE graduation on Dec. 20, 2006. Each student was pre­ sented a certificate and was congratulated by Principal Kim Barnes, Superintendent Donnie Johnson, Sheriff James Williams and DARE Officer Sgt. Dennis Anders. Barnes and Johnson were guest speakers. DARE grads were also presented an athletic bag from Sheriff Williams, a "big pen" award and DARE circle pendant from Sgt. Anders, and DARE tee shirt from Bojangles. Chelsea Eller was pre­ sented the Darrin the DARE Lion award along with a $100 savings bond from AF Bank, presented by Chris Hill. Chase Riggs won the DARE Officer's award along with a $100 savings bond from Bojangles, presented by Bill Baker. Winners of the DARE es­ say contest for Mountain View are the following: I" place, India Sturgill, $200 savings bond from Sky­ line Telephone, presented by Karen Powell. 2nd place, Haley Malo- ney, $100 savings bond from Miller Insurance Agency, presented by David Miller. 3rd place, Avery Blevins, $100 savings bond from Northwestern Bank, pre­ sented by Emily Parsons. Wl Mil I All HKANDSOI-TIKIS • \\ I Ml I. AI I UK ANHS ()| IIUIS • WI-. Sill. Al.l. 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Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0112 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., January 12, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com/" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 22 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-01-12 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/50f84129efc4f28cc642ee47ce14a574.pdf cea4c1027909406fec91432d5a0a0fd7 PDF Text Text • Lady Huskies improve to 12-2 Tuesday page 6A January 16, 2007 • Varsity men defeat two Wilkes teams 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 6A • JV Lady Huskies undefeated Volume 81, Issue 5 page 7A SERVING ASIIE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Smiths Aerospace sold (Editor's note: As the newspaper was going to press Monday morning, we received an email announc­ ing the sale of Smiths Aero­ space to General Electric Company for $4.8 billion. There is no indication at this point about potential impact to the company's facility in West Jefferson. The emailed announcement read in part:) Smiths Group pic agrees the sale of Smiths Aerospace division to General Electric Company for US$4.8 billion and proposes return of £2.1 billion to shareholders Smiths Group pic an­ nounces that it has agreed to sell Smiths Aerospace di­ vision to General Electric Company for a total cash consideration of US$4.8 bil­ lion. Following the sale, the board of directors of Smiths proposes to return £2.1 bil­ lion to shareholders. Highlights: •The disposal price for Aerospace of US$4.8 billion recognises the high qual­ ity of the business together with Smiths substantial in­ vestment in aerospace tech­ nology over the past several years. • The Sale accelerates the delivery of returns to share­ holders. • Smiths continuing busi­ nesses serve strong and growing markets. The Board believes that the continuing Smiths Group has enhanced financial characteristics and is well positioned to gener­ ate substantial returns. A separate announcement is being made today in relation to the further development of Smiths Detection. • Following completion of the Sale, Smiths is expected to generate improved returns on capital and enhanced margins. The net effect of the Sale and the intended return of capital to share­ holders would have been ac­ cretive to Smiths headline earnings per share for pro forma 2006. • The Board has assessed the capital structure of the Company. Following the in­ tended return of capital to shareholders, Smiths is ex­ pected to have debt ratings of Baa2 and BBB+. The Board is satisfied that the Compa­ ny has flexibility to execute its strategy whilst main­ taining a solid investment grade rating. The Board also believes that the enhanced financial characteristics of the Company will enable a progressive dividend policy, targeting dividend cover of 1.8 times. • The Board proposes, sub­ ject to completion of the Sale and shareholder approval, to return £2.1 billion—out of the net proceeds estimat­ ed to be £2.25 billion —by means of a B share scheme, combined with a share con­ solidation, shortly after the completion of the Sale. •The Sale is conditional, amongst other things, upon obtaining merger and anti­ trust clearances, including in the United States and from the European Commission, and the approval of Smiths shareholders at an extraor­ dinary general meeting. The Sale is targeted for comple­ tion during the second quar­ ter of 2007. Keith Butler-Wheelhouse, Chief Executive of Smiths, commented: "Our objective is to create superior shareholder value. We focus our investment where we can take leading positions in growth markets. This has certainly been true in Aerospace. Over the past five years, we have invested heavily in aerospace technol­ ogy. This investment, togeth­ er with the successful efforts of our dedicated employees, has won us positions on ev­ ery major military and com­ mercial programme. This is a great achievement by the Aerospace team. "The structure of the aero­ space industry is changing in particular its increased capital requirements and the growing importance of supplier scale, especially as the next generation of large programmes kicks in. "The Board has consid­ ered these issues and the opportunities for Smiths go­ ing forward and last autumn instigated a thorough pro­ cess which has led to today's announcement. By selling Aerospace, we crystallise the value for our shareholders. At the same time, we know that this business is going to a great owner. "Looking forward, Smiths continuing businesses serve markets with attractive growth prospects, enabling delivery of enhanced returns and strong cash conversion." Tough enough to talk about suicide? by Jim Thompson Editor , Ashe County is in the mid' die of a suicide epidemic. The ugly truth is that we regularly have the worst—or one of the worst—per capita suicide rates in North Caro­ lina. That was the case in 2006, when six people, all men, ended their lives—five using guns, due by hanging him­ self. Four cases took place in the period between Thanks­ giving and Christmas. Now, in the new year, there have already been four suicide attempts involving two men and two women. Local leaders are .concerned this is a warning of a bad year ahead. Inspired by the fact that all the persons who committed suicide were men, the coun­ ty's Suicide Prevention Task Force has decided to sponsor The 100 Man Campaign. The slogan of this effort is "Are You Tough Enough?" Tough enough, that is, to talk about depression in men. Depression in one form or another almost al­ ways lurks behind suicides, and men are notorious for being close-mouthed about their feelings. "Too many men want to appear strong, See Suicide, page 5A Tarleton takes oath I Am Tough Enough! To Talk About the Issue of Depression in Men! w Photo courtesy of Cullie Tarleton Over 120 people made the courtroom in Watauga County Courthouse standing room * only Saturday morning as Cullie Tarleton was sworn in as a member of the N.C. House of Representatives. Shirley Wallace, Ashe register of deeds (left) administered the oath of office to Tarleton. His wife, Sylvia, held the Bible for the ceremony. Wallace also read a state­ ment of support for our new representative from Rep. Joe Hackney, the future speaker of Post photo by Jim Thompson Fitness expert and gym owner Martin Little is ready to talk about the serious issue of depression in men. the House. Rev. Charles Carter gave the invocation and Laurie Nicholson sang the national anthem. "I was very touched and humbled by the size of the crowd," Tarleton said. "I look forward to representing the citizens of our district in the N.C. House." Commission, planning board to discuss floodplains by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor County commissioners and planning board members will delve into the thorny issue of floodplain develop­ ment Thursday during a joint public meeting between the two groups. They will meet at 3 p.m. in the second floor conference room of the court­ house behind the register of deeds office. Concern over development in the county's floodplains led the planning board to re­ quest direct dialogue with the commissioners and a 60 day moratorium on subdivisions inside the 100-year floodplain until the issue can be further Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com studied. Planning Director Zach Edwardson presented those two requests to the commission in December during the board's reorganizational meeting. The commissioners were in agreement on scheduling a joint meeting, but they were not in favor of stopping de­ velopment. They did agree to address the issue during the joint meeting. "As you may be well aware, there has been concern both at the planning board and public level on developments that are inside the hundred year floodplain," Edwardson told the board. "While there have been citizens from the The construction of these homes in Todd began the current controversy over floodplain development. Tree recycling deadline nears Wednesday, Jan. 17 is the deadline for dispos­ ing of Christmas trees and undecorated greenery at the Family Central site in Jefferson. The site is a graveled area across from the Fam­ ily Central main parking lot. Leave your trees and greenery at this site but be considerate of con­ struction equipment. This property has been given to the state forestry service by the county for a proposed new forest service headquarters facility. Christmas trees may not be baled or decorated and no wreaths are accepted because of the metal frame. Skyline Telephone is providing chipping Todd area that have been vo­ cal in their concerns, the con­ cerns of the planning board are of development inside the entirety of the hundred year floodplains throughout the county." Commissioner Marty Gambill serves on the planning board, and said there is real concern about subdivision de­ velopment in the floodplain especially since the recent controversy over two develop­ ments in the Todd communi­ ty. The planning board hopes to make changes in the ordi­ nance, he said, and doesn't want projects approved in opposition to what the board is trying to do. services. Please do not leave trees in dumpsters at Fam­ ily Central or anywhere in the county, and do not drop trees by the side of the roadways where they could blow into the road and obstruct traffic. Have any old photos of Todd? Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fundraising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. "The joint meeting (be­ tween the two boards) is re­ quested so that there can be a direct dialogue between the planning board and the com­ missioners on this subject," Edwardson said of the con­ cerns about floodplain devel­ opment, "and the moratorium request is due to the concern of further developments in­ side the hundred year floodplains while the planning board and commissioners consider any improvements to the regulations." The planning board will hold its regular meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday follow­ ing the joint meeting with the commissioners. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. WNC economy grows slowly Western North Carolina's economy grew a modest 0.2 percent in November, continuing the pattern of slow growth that has plagued the region for the past six months. According to the current Western North Carolina Economic Index compiled at Appalachian State Uni­ versity, the regional economy has slowed to an annual growth rate of 1.2 percent over the past four months. The national economy grew 1.6 percent. �PAGE 2A TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Grace Edna Williams Nowacki Winston-Salem February 12,1927 January 10, 2007 Grace Edna Williams Nowacki, 79, of Winston-Sa­ lem died Wednesday, Janu­ ary 10, 2007 at her home. She was born in Ashe County on February 12, 1927 to Avery and Pearl Faw Williams. She was employed by Bell Tele­ phone for several years. She was preceded in death by her husband, John C. Nowacki and 12 brothers and sisters. Surviving are a son, Da­ vid Wade (Ann) Hale of Win- ston-Salem; a daughter, Shei­ la (Buddy) Helms of Catawba, NC; one sister, Ruth Hanna of Winston-Salem; five grand­ children; two great-grand­ children; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service was conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday, January 13,2007 atAshelawn Memorial Gardens in Jeffer­ son, NC. Huff Funeral Home in East Bend is serving the Nowacki family. In lieu of flowers, memori­ als may be made to the For­ syth County Humane Society, 61 Miller Street, Winston-Sa­ lem, NC 27104. Tery Philip Davis Wilkesboro May 16, 1952 January 8, 2007 Mr. Tery Philip Davis, age 54, of Raven Laurel Drive, Wilkesboro died Monday, January 8, 2007 at Wilkes Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Jan. 11, at 11:00 at Yadkin Valley Bap­ tist Church with the Rev. Robert Harless and the Rev. Donnie Shumate officiating. The body will be placed in the church at 10:30. Mr. Davis was born in Wil­ ber 14,1927 to the late Thom­ as Wiley and Cenna Blevins Little. She worked as a sec­ retary for Sprague Electrical Company and for Dr. Michael Vollmer. She also worked as a volunteer at Ashe Memorial Hospital. She was a Charter member of Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church. She is survived by her hus­ band, Henry David Hartsoe; a son, David Hartsoe and his wife, Joyce, of Spartanburg, S.C.; two daughters, Wylene James Mack Gore White and husband, Kelly, of Crumpler North Wilkesboro and Kathy December 28, 1920 Marsh and husband, Gary, of January 7, 2007 Jefferson; an uncle, Garner Vivian Wylene Little James Mack Gore, age 86 Blevins, of Jefferson; seven Hartsoe grandchildren, Randy White, of Crumpler, N.C., died Sun­ Jefferson Susan Baird, Jimmy Hartsoe, day, January 7, 2007 at his October 14, 1927 Lori Sumner, Jason Marsh, home. Mr. Gore was born De­ January 9, 2007 Tim Marsh and Jessica Hart; cember 28, 1920 in Grayson Mrs. Vivian Wylene Little three great-grandchildren, County, Va. to the late Wayne Hartsoe, age 79, of Jefferson, Cole Hartsoe, Emily Hartsoe and Maggie Poe Gore. In ad­ died Tuesday afternoon, Jan­ and Jameson Hartsoe; sev­ dition to his parents he was uary 9, 2007 at Duke Univer­ eral nieces and nephews also also preceded in death by a sister, Mary Brown and a sity Medical Center. survive. Funeral services were held Flowers accepted or memo­ brother, Bill Gore. Mr. Gore on Friday, January 12, 2007 rials may be made to: Fletch­ proudly served his country as at 11 a.m. at Fletcher Memo­ er Memorial Baptist Church a Naval Petty officer in WWII. rial Baptist Church with Rev. Building Fund, PO Box 65, He was stationed in the South Pacific for 22 months working Art Eaton officiating. Burial Jefferson, NC 28640. in radio communications. Mr. followed in the Ashelawn Me­ You may give the family morial Gardens Cemetery. your condolences at our web­ Gore was a deacon at the New The family received friends site www.boonefuneralhome. River Baptist Church where he attended for close to 50 from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. on Fri­ com. day, one hour prior to the fu­ Boone Family Funeral years. He was a member of neral service. Home of West Jefferson was the VFW, DAV and American Mrs. Hartsoe was born in in charge of these arrange­ Legion. Funeral services were held Ashe County on Friday, Octo­ ments. at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Janu­ ary 10, 2007 at the Badger Gary Lee Greer Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Lenoir Wayne Jones, Rev. Randall April 24,1949 Greene and Garry Snow of­ January 6, 2007 Burial followed in Jfc Gary Lee Greer, age 57, of Lenoir died Saturday, January 6, ficiated. ; •2007. A graveside service was held Wednesday, January 10, at the Chestnut Hill Methodist ^•Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. kes County, May 16, 1952, to Willard "Bill" Alfred and Flo­ ra Shumate Davis. He was a member of Yadkin Valley Baptist Church. Mr. Davis is survived by two daughters, Tonya Roark and husband, Holley of Crumpler, Lori Kopeski and husband, Jack of Ooltewah, Tenn.; four sisters, Inez Sechler and husband, Ken­ neth of Harmony, Sharon Absher and husband, Steve of Taylorsville, Denise Davis of Wilkesboro, Karen Blevins and husband, Zerna of North Wilkesboro; two brothers, Tony Davis and wife, Dianne of Wilkesboro, Sam Davis and wife, Cheryl of Burnsville; one granddaughter, Madeline. The family received at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home in North Wilkesboro from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Wednesday night. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 6000 Fairview Road, Ste 200, Charlotte, NC 28210. Church Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday, January 9, at Badger Funeral Home. Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to the following: The Gideons, PO Box 993, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or New River Baptist Church, 1619 Weavers Ford Rd., Grassy Creek, NC 28631. Mr. Gore is survived by his wife, Glenna Vaught Gore; two daughters, Joyce Hart­ soe of Spartanburg, S.C. and Terri Snow of Crumpler, N.C.; four brothers, Lee Gore of Idaho, Charles Gore of Volney, Va., John Gore of Texas and Tommy Gore of Jefferson, N.C.; three sisters, Edith Cullem of Florida, Lena Brown of Crumpler, N.C. and Wanda Fangmayer of Maryland; 5 grandchildren, 3 great grand­ children, several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneral.home.com. Badger Funeral Home was in charge of the arrange­ ments. Crimes evolve as trends change h Before the proliferation of technology, the crimes the av­ erage family faced were dif­ ferent from the ones they face now. In the past, to do harm a thief, attacker or deviant typ­ ically had to come in contact with a victim. Today, these same individuals can wreak havoc via the telephone, the Internet or other avenues, perhaps making the threat much more intimidating. In recent years, three main crimes have come to the fore­ front, garnering attention from organizations who mean to educate the public about crime prevention and safety. Senior fraud, identity theft and Internet crimes are quite prevalent today. In response, the National Crime Preven­ tion Council (NCPC) has de­ veloped educative materials and campaigns designed to address these crime issues. Here are some statistics on these common crimes based on studies by the NCPC. SENIOR FRAUD Each year, nearly 25 mil­ lion Americans are victims of consumer fraud. Senior citi­ zens continue to be a rapidly increasing segment of the population, and that makes them a prime target for con artists and thieves. Studies indicate that seniors are the age group most at risk for telemarketing scams. In fact, telemarketers specifically, target scams - anywhere from 56 to 80 percent - at seniors. Protect yourself: • Never give out personal information over the phone or Internet unless you have ini­ tiated the contact or sale. Le­ gitimate companies will not ask for this information over the phone. Personal informa­ tion includes social security numbers and credit card in­ formation. • Don't believe the "too good to be true" offer. If you have doubts about something, ask to see the offer in writing and review it later. • Contests or "freebies" are often scams as well. Typically the receipt of a prize requires purchase of something else at an exorbitant price. INTERNET CRIMES Young children are grow­ ) ing up online these days and as such, are frequently the targets of Internet crimes. While kids may be savvy online, it doesn't mean they always have the smarts to avoid dangerous situations. Off-color content, adult sexu­ al predators masquerading as children in chat rooms, and a score of other potential dan­ gers can easily be accessible online - and many children unwittingly fall prey to dan­ gers. Parents or caregivers should take an active role in protecting their children and educating them about the dangers that may lurk on­ line. Protect yourself: • When possible, sit with your children to see what type of sites, blogs and chat rooms they are visiting. Ask them how they spend most of their time online. • Based on this informa­ tion, agree on rules for the Internet and time allotted online. • Keep the computer in a busy area of the home, rath­ er than a child's bedroom, so that Internet usage can be monitored. • Consider using a filter, blocking, or ratings system for your computer. • Educate your children about plagiarism and copy­ right infringement when copying or downloading files to use for personal or school use. • Explain that while it's good to make new friends, be extra cautious about those met online. Children should limit the information they give to online friends, and never agree to meet someone alone. IDENTITY THEFT Identity theft can affect just about anyone. Accord­ ing to the U.S. Postal Service, there were almost 10 million incidents of identity theft in the United States in 2004 at a cost of $5 billion to consum­ ers. Victims spend hours and hundreds of dollars trying to clean up the mess left by identity theft. This type of theft can occur in a number of ways. Thieves can hack into computers and Carlos Bowers Creston March 27 1933 January 12, 2007 Carlos Bowers, age 73, of Creston, NC, died Friday, Jan­ uary 12, 2007 at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital. Mr. Bowers was born March 27, 1933 in Ashe County, NC to the late Dewey V. and Ollie Reed Bowers. He was preceded in death by a son, Carlos Steven Bowers; a brother, Larry Dean Bowers; and a sister, Marie Brooks. Mr. Bowers was a member of the Auburn Baptist Church in Oxford, PA. Funeral Services were held noon, Monday, January 15, 2007 at Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel in Jefferson, NC. Preacher Bluferd Eldreth and Preacher Clarence Roland of­ ficiated. Entombment fol­ lowed in the Ashelawn Mau­ soleum of Prayer. The family received friends from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m., one hour prior to the service. Flowers will be appreciated. Mr. Bowers is survived by his wife, Betty Bowers of Creston, N.C.; one son and wife, Carlos R. and Susan Bowers of Oxford, Pa.; one daughter and husband, Tina and Timothy Greene of Cres­ ton, N.C.; one brother and wife, Clarence R. and Bernice Marie Bowers of Konnarock, N.C.; four sisters and hus­ bands, Ruth and Floyd Wil­ liams of Fuquy, N.C., Mae and James Potter of Fleetwood, N.C., Josephine and Skip Lockhart of Quarryville, Pa., Charlotte Cobly of Oxford, Pa.; four grandchildren, Colin Bowers and Keenan Bowers both of Oxford, Pa., Mariah Bowers and Brianna Greene both of Creston, NC. Also sur­ viving are several nieces and nephews. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website at www.ashelawn. com Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel was in charge of the ar­ rangements. Women at risk for heart disease, too Heart disease has long been known as a deadly kill­ er, that comes in a variety of forms - be it a heart attack, stroke or an assortment of other heart ailments that can be deadly. What might sur­ prise most people, however, is with the prevalence of heart disease among women. In the minds of many, heart disease is something only men need to be concerned about. Many people feel this way because a father, brother or husband suffered a heart attack. However, heart dis­ ease knows no gender when it strikes and actually claimed nearly 200,000 more female lives than breast cancer in the United States in 2003. Despite the staggering numbers of female lives heart disease claims each year, a 2003 American Heart Associ­ ation survey of 1,000 women revealed that only 13 percent of women in America believed that heart disease and stroke were the greatest health threat to their lives. To put that survey in another per­ spective, 87 percent of women were unaware of the truly dangerous waters they might be in. Whether you're a wom­ an in the clear minority or overwhelming majority with respect to knowledge about heart disease, consider the following risk factors and be sure to consult a physician. • Your risk gets greater as you get older. Though heart disease and stroke can strike at any time, the risk gets sig­ nificantly greater as a person ages. In 2003 alone there were over 45 million women were over the age of 50, meaning a significant portion of the female population was in a high-risk age group. • Type 2 diabetes puts more women at risk than * men. Type 2 diabetes is a strong contributing risk for heart disease in women, more so than it is for men. This heightens the importance of maintaining a healthy weight and a regular exercise regi­ men for women, as both of these greatly reduce a per­ son's risk of contracting type Though most associated with men, heart disease is a leading cause of death in women as well, heightening the importance of regular visits to the physician. 2 diabetes. • Cholesterol levels affect women, too. Another common misperception is that choles­ terol is something only men need to be concerned about. Not true, says the American Heart Association. In fact, low levels of HDL (high density li­ poprotein, commonly referred to as "good" cholesterol) are a stronger predictor of death in women than in men. That suggests that regular visits to your physician to get your cholesterol levels checked are actually more important for women than for men. • Who you are plays a role. The risk of developing heart disease is greater for those people who have a fam­ ily history of heart disease or stroke. While heredity plays a role, so does race. African Americans need to be espe­ cially aware of their risk. In addition, Mexican Americans and American Indians are more prone to heart disease than Caucasians. While he­ redity and race are certainly uncontrollable risk factors, both should heighten a per­ son's awareness as to their risk and lead to frequent visits to the physician. Also, such a susceptibility means African Americans and other minority groups need to pay even more attention to other risk factors. ^ Breathe... Don't Burn! steal personal information. They may physically dig through your garbage to find documents with personal in­ formation. Some steal mail and credit card offers/pay­ ments from mailboxes. Others purchase credit card swiping machines so they can swipe your card and get all of your information. Some thieves even file a change of address form in the victim's name to divert mail and gather per­ sonal and financial data. Protect yourself: • Don't be forthcoming with your personal informa­ tion over the phone or the Internet. Make sure any Web sites on which you're enter­ ing information have reliable encrypted security to protect data when it is flying through cyberspace. • Invest in a shredder. Don't simply throw out state­ ments and bill stubs. Shred any piece of mail that has personal information on it. • Consider purchasing a mailbox that locks or a post office box. This will keep your mail better secured than the traditional mailbox. • Never share passwords or PIN codes with other indi­ viduals. Similarly, do not be­ lieve e-mail solicitations that pretend to be from a financial institution looking for pass­ words or PIN codes. A legiti­ mate bank, credit union, in­ surance company, etc., would never solicit information in this fashion. • Do not carry your birth certificate or social security card in your wallet. And only keep on hand the credit or debit cards you use on a regu­ lar basis. If your wallet is sto­ len, this will limit the amount of information the thief will have. • Report any crimes im­ mediately to the authorities, your credit card companies and banks, as well as the ma­ jor credit-checking services. Documentation will help speed up the rate in which your name is cleared in iden­ tity theft situations. Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: •Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads •Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Burn permits issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: 1 (877) OPEN BURN www.ncair.org 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 (This ad paid for by a violator of the open burning law.) �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/JANUARY 16, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS New McFarland book important read perhaps the most impor­ tant book ever published by McFarland. Author Michael Newton takes off the gloves and names the names behind the sheets and hoods. Newton's tone is set in the opening paragraphs of the first section of the book, "A Brief History of the Ku &lux Klan": "America suffers from a recurring nightmare. For the past 140 years, the Land of Opportunity has harbored terrorists who pledge them­ selves to crushing any hope of progress for minorities— nonwhites, non-Christians, immigrants, or anyone who does not toe the line of fun­ damentalist Old Testament 'morality.' The punishment for nonconformity is arson, bombing, whipping, mutila­ tion—even death. Attired in ghostly robes, their faces hid­ den under hoods, today these insurrectionists conspire against the U.S. government itself. "Most white Americans, if asked to sketch a terrorist, would draw a swarthy Mid­ dle Eastern figure with a tur­ ban and a beard. If pressed, they might recall that certain Irishmen have planted bombs from time to time, while sun­ dry African and Eastern Europeans have indulged in genocide. Perhaps one in a thousand realizes that the oldest group of terrorists still active in the world today was spawned on U.S. soil—or that it had more than 160 active, well-armed units nationwide in May 2006. "That group has murdered thousands and injured tens of thousands more. It has de­ stroyed or damaged property worth untold millions. It has rioted, skirmished with U.S. troops, and toppled state gov­ ernments. It has infiltrated law enforcement agencies, state governments, Congress, the U.S. Supreme Court—and the White House itself." "It is the Ku Klux Klan." That is just the begin­ ning, as Newton exposes this "Invisible Empire" in all its hate, racism, violence and ugliness. The Wilkes Community College Job Placement Of­ fice offers area employers a valuable resource for finding qualified employees. The pri­ mary tool the Job Placement Office uses is College Central Network, a web-site for em­ ployers and job seekers. "The website is similar to the larger job search engines like Monster or Career Build­ er" says WCC Job Placement Counselor Debbie Furr. As of November 2006, 256 employ­ ers have posted jobs through the WCC Job Placement Of­ fice via College Central Net­ work (CCN) and 622 students and 275 alumni are registered on the site. "CCN was built to provide college career centers with the best web-based tools to com­ pletely and efficiently man­ age their offices online and to empower their students and alumni with a centralized ca­ reer site," according to CCN President and CEO Mark Mancini. Employers can post job openings and review lists of candidates from the website. WCC staff is available to as­ sist with the service, but many businesses find that it is extremely user-friendly al­ lowing them to post openings themselves at www.collegecentral.com/wilkescc. Employers have the op- Book Review by Jim Thompson Editor Calling the Ku Klux Klan America's A1 Qaida is a gross understatement. A1 Qaida are mere late­ comers to the world of terror­ ism. For over 140 years, under various names and guises, the KKK has terrorized its opponents across the United States. The list of murders, bombings, lynchings and oth­ er acts of terror committed by these self-styled "Chris­ tian defenders of the white race" vastly exceeds anything Osama bin Laden's evil mind could comprehend. Moreover, from the 1920s through the 1960s, the Klan's influence formed a part of mainstream American poli­ tics and religion. No terror­ ist organization has ever received such widespread ac­ ceptance and support—from the White House down. As the nation celebrates the birth of Dr. Martin Lu­ ther King Jr., a new book about the Klan has appeared, published right here by Mc­ Farland & Co. The Ku Klux Klan: History, Organization, Language, Influence and Activities of America's Most Notorious Secret Society is THE KU KLUX Kl A M Ah History, Organization, Language, Influence and Activities of America's Most Notorious Secret Society MICHAEL NEWTON The book is divided into separate sections, each con­ tributing to the importance of the whole work. They are, after the brief history, in or­ der: • Klanspeak: An extended glossary of the titles, terms and slang used by Klan groups. • The Klan Kreed: A thor­ ough outline of the Klan's agenda, including frighten­ ing accounts of its support from Protestant Christians, beginning in the 1920s, when 40,000 clergymen were mem­ bers.' •Who's Who in the Invisi­ ble Empire: From the leaders to prominent foot soldiers, an indepth look at the Klan since its foundation. •A Gathering of Klans: A truly staggering 33 pages of details on various Klan groups and front groups— including sports and other clubs that are Klan units hiding their identity. •Komrades in Arms: The "closet" supporters of the Klan over the decades, in­ cluding many still active. There is also a long section on pro-Klan groups, high­ lighting the growing links of these self-imagined "patriots" with neo-Nazis and others. •Mapping the Empire: A state-by-state review of the Klan's history and activi­ ties, along with a look at its role abroad. Beginning in 1995, David Duke, a notori­ ous Klan leader, spread his gospel of hate across Europe, with it taking root strongly in Russia. The section finish­ es with some Klan proposals for splitting up the nation to divide the races. •Friends and Foes of the Klan in Politics: This section examines the relationship between the nation's politi­ cal parties and leaders and the KKK. There are some shocking revelations in this section—including that one president openly endorsed the Klan, while another very likely became a member. Also chronicled are the men and women who fought back, sometimes risking their lives and careers to fight the Klan's influence. •Reign of Terror: An ex­ tensive look at some of the victims of Klan violence. •Policing Vigilantes:A look at the government's attempt to fight the Klan through the courts and legal system. This section documents the suc­ cess of the Klan in infiltrat­ ing and allying itself with lo­ cal law enforcement agencies in all sections of the country. •Covering the Klan: KKK friends and enemies in the media. The book concludes with a lengthy and indepth time­ line of Klan activities, and an appendix giving complete copies of a number of Klan constitutions and other orga­ nizational documents. The book is illustrated by well over 100 historic and re­ cent photographs, few avail­ able in published form else­ where. This book is a priceless look into the darkest and ugliest side of our nation's past and present. It is a part most of us today would like to deny exists—but which, as the author makes very clear, is still with us. Because it is, and because a Klan revival on a major scale remains a frightening possibility—it can happen here again—this book is important reading for every truly patriotic Ameri­ can. Knowing where this evil lurks will help Americans of all races, creeds and colors educate a future generation which will reject this inher­ ited legacy of terrorism. The book is not cheap, but we hope many, indeed most, public libraries nationwide will add a copy to their collec­ tions. There is no state where the Klan has not been pres­ ent at some time or another, and no region in which it, or its close allies, does not still operate in some form. Indi­ viduals who are able would do well to add a copy to their personal libraries. Even as we battle terror­ ists abroad, this book is a solemn reminder that much work remains to be done at home. The terrorists are here already—in their white sheets and hoods. Priced at $95, The Ku Klux Klan by Michael Newton is available from the publisher or through regional book­ stores. eimein & ION BODY SHOP INC College offers employers help ANNOUNCE Work on 1-7 7 RALEIGH—The N.C. De­ partment of Transportation today awarded a $59.5 million design-build contract to im­ prove 6.6 miles of 1-77 in Yad­ kin County. The contract was awarded to the Lane Construc­ tion Corp. of Meriden, Conn. The contract involves re­ placing concrete on the high­ way as well as replacing guardrails and cable median barriers between U.S. 21 and Ashbury Church Road (State Road 1125) in Yadkin County. The work will not include ad­ ditional travel lanes. "This project is the first ma­ jor rehabilitation along this section of 1-77 since the inter­ state was constructed in the 1970s," said Arnold Lakey of North Wilkesboro, who repre­ sents the region on the board. "1-77 carries a high volume of traffic and the rehabilitation of this stretch will greatly im­ prove travel for motorists that use this important north-south route." Work may begin as early as February with completion set for June 2009. The northbound rest area located in the proj­ ect corridor will remain open throughout construction. j* MELBfi GRAY U tion of reviewing student of Wilkes, Ashe and Alleghany and alumni resumes on-line counties and are open to any and contacting applicants for WCC student or alum. In Oc­ more information or to set up tober, WCC's Job Placement an interview. The job place­ Office and Caldwell Com­ ment office can also screen re­ munity College and Techni­ sumes and applicants at the cal Institute's Jobs Network employer's request and make entered into an agreement to referrals based on specific job share information with em­ ployers, students, and alumni requirements. Employers who list jobs on a regional scale. Employers through the WCC Job Place­ may register with the WCC ment Office have access to Job Placemetn Office and the hundreds of WCC students CCC&TI Jobs Network, both trained in a variety of cur­ powered by College Central riculum and continuing edu­ Network, in order to reach a cation-programs and to WCC broader base of job seekers. alumni with extensive work Students and alumni have experience. the option to post their re­ WCC also is available to sume on College Central and assist businesses with on- allow employers to review campus recruiting and job and contact them directly if fairs. Job fairs are held each they are a good fit for an em­ fall and spring semester in ployment opportunity. Many conjunction with the Wilkes of these students have re­ JobLink Center and provide ceived assistance from WCC a great marketing opportu­ staff in writing their resume, nity for employers. Over 400 interview skills, and business job applicants attend the job etiquette. fairs each semester. WCC can For more information also offer year-round options about the WCC Job Place­ for on-campus recruiting by ment Office and the free ser­ providing meeting and inter­ vices they provide for area view space. employers, contact Chris Rob­ The job postings are adver­ inson or Sherry Thompson at tised in the WCC service area 336-846-3900. COMPANY CHANCE! M Burgess & Son Body Shop Inc. would like to welcome iss to the Company! Brodie and Kaden will he in charge of our new Recreation Department. Kaden, who was Personal Assistant to Pop Pop, has heen promoted to the new department. Their main duties will he to have Pop Pop and Daddy leave the shop and play with them. Brodie is the son of Joey & Heather Burgess and the little brother of Kaden Joseph. His Grandparents are Tom & Sue Miller, Joe & Pam Burgess and Granny Pat Taylor. His Great-grandmothers are Virginia llartsoe Rolen, Blanche Kldrcth and Marv Burgess. Brodie attends Long Branch Baptist Church. Brodie's favorite things are to play with hig brother Kaden and being in Mommy and Daddy's arms. He enjoys going to church with his cousins Ethan & Emma and Auntie Kim (DoDo) & Uncle Derek Shepherd. Brodie and Kaden invite everyone to use Burgess & Son Body Shop Inc. for all vour auto body needs! Open the Door on Your New Home Fixed rate loans Adjustable rate loans Quick approvals and closings First-time home-buyers program has relocated, and invites all friends and customers to visit her at: BELINDA'S HAIR DESIGN 113 North Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 Salon: 846-7047 Home: 246-2027 Cell: 977-6790 Highlands Union Bank Haircuts - $10°° • Perms - $35°° • Color - $35°° •h GRAND OPENING - JAN 13. 2007 "Faces you know ... People you trust"SM www.hubank.com FDM tE» OWN �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Another bad year for suicides Once again, it appears Ashe County will have the worst per capita rate of suicides in North Carolina. During 2006, six men ended their lives in the county (there were no female suicides this past year). Five used guns to kill themselves; one hung himself. Four of these cases happened in the final six weeks of the year. Already, 2007 looks like it will be no better. In the first two weeks, there have been four suicide attempts. Two women tried to end their lives with drug over­ doses; one man tried the same route, while another used a gun. Why does this happen? Why does Ashe County have such a record? Year after year, we have the worst or nearly the worst per capita rate for suicide in the state. The answers are many and complex. To begin with, suicide is ultimately a per­ sonal decision. We can only draw broad generalities as to "why." The common reasons as to why—which is not intended to reflect on any of the recent sui­ cides—include two main categories: •Chronic depression, a problem which is rooted in .physical causes within the body; •Acute depression, such as caused by the breakup of a relationship, the loss of a job or other trauma. The county's rampant drug and alcohol abuse also contributes to the suicide rate, and reflects depres­ sion as well. One major problem in North Carolina is the cat­ astrophic failure of men­ tal healthcare reform. The General Assembly, trying to "improve" the system has succeeded in doing exactly the opposite. Our mental health system, never any­ thing to brag about at best, has been sabotaged and must be fixed as soon as possible—attention, Sen. Goss and Rep. Tarleton! Perhaps the greatest immediate need in this county is a drug and alco­ hol treatment center. The small, inadequate facility in Wilkes County is simply not enough to deal with the problem there—let alone adding our county as well. In addition, the county must let go of the stig­ ma—born, bluntly, of igno­ rance—attached to men­ tal health issues. There is nothing about getting treatment for chronic depression, bipolar disor­ der or other mental illness that is more shameful, sin­ ful or shocking than get­ ting a flu shot. This stigma must disappear before we can truly address our sui­ cide problem. On Jan. 23, men from across the county will gath­ er at Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church for a seri­ ous talk about suicide— and an end, we hope, to the all-too frequent silence that surrounds this issue. For more details about this meeting, see the front, page of this issue. PAGE 4A TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2007 Change tax system To the Editor: I agree wholeheartedly with your editorial "Should We Take a Look South?" I have been concerned about what our property tax sys­ tem is doing to our estab­ lished families. After the last .appraisal and tax rate, my concern grew to alarm. It takes a chunk out of my savings to pay the prop­ erty tax on my home that has been in the family over a hundred years. My sym­ pathy, however, goes out to the people who have little or no savings to dip into. They have to borrow or sell off some of their land until there is none left. The other 'M- ,'A alternative is foreclosure. I think a system like the one in Florida is long over­ due. We elect our county commissioners to protect our interests. When it comes to our current property tax system I am afraid they are left of my grandparent's es­ coming up short. tate. It is not worth the im­ Taxes are a necessity and mediate appraisal simply I certainly believe in paying because I do not plan to sell my fair share; however, this it. I just hope Tnever have old home place is all that is to. Ashe County is much like the Florida of fifty years ago - flooded by retirees and sec­ ond home buyers. If some­ thing is not done to our pres­ ent tax structure, they will be almost the only ones here simply because they can af­ ford it. I do not think that is the goal of our commission­ ers. I certainly hope not. There are natural cycles, human cycles and some say, weather cycles. But what about economic cycles? Is our eco­ nomic world governed by regu­ lar movements in business and consumer activity? If so, why? And can these movements be controlled to our advantage? These questions have tanta­ lized economists for decades, if not centuries. And although economists disagree about the type and extent of economic cycles, most agree that some cyclical behav­ ior is present in our business world. The pattern of economic ups and downs that is widely ac­ cepted is called the business cycle. The business cycle con­ tains four distinct parts. Dur­ ing expansion the economy is growing, jobs are being creat­ ed, and incomes are rising. The peak is when the expansion tops out and the economy has hit its maximum, at least for the time being. Next comes re­ cession, when the economy fal­ ters, jobs are cut, and incomes fall. The economy bottoms out in the trough before the whole process is repeated. Each combination of expansion-peak-recession-trough is one complete business cycle. Since World War II, there have been 10 business cycles. Fortunately, the expansions are much longer than the reces­ of key inputs in the economy, such as oil; overproduction or underproduction by business­ es; mood swings by consumers from optimism to pessimism and back; and legal changes, especially involving taxes and international trade, are among the factors economists have found can propel the economic roller coaster. The government does have tools it can use to moderate the economic ups and downs. The Federal Reserve can use its power over interest rates and the availability of money and credit to keep expansions from getting out of hand and from preventing, or at least moder­ ating, recessions. Likewise, the President and Congress can use their taxing and spending pow­ ers to try to keep the economy growing at a more even pace. Interestingly, some econo­ mists, like the late Milton Friedman, have argued that government meddling in the economy can actually lead to wider swings in the business cycle. This may be because it is difficult for the government (or economists, for that matter) to know exactly what's happening to the economy in real time. So if we don't know the condition of the patient, it's hard to know what medicine to use. Also, even if government did know exact­ ly where the economy stood, it sometimes takes policy makers Letters to the Editor I have nothing against the newcomers; in fact I have made friends with sev­ eral. There is room for all of us. I just hope I can afford to remain a part of the commu­ nity I love where my family has deep roots. Sam Shumate Warrensville You decide: does the economy move in cycles? sions—on average, 57 months for an expansion compared to 10 months for a re­ cession. T h e last recession lasted only eight months, from March 2001 to November 2001, while the pre­ ceding expansion covered 10 years. It's important to realize that business cycles are measured from the perspective of the en­ tire economy, and not all parts of the national economy move at the same pace. For example, when the entire economy is in an expansion, some individual sectors may be struggling. The U.S. auto sector is a good ex­ ample today. Similarly, every industry isn't necessarily in a downturn during a recession. In the 2001 recession, the hous­ ing and construction industries continued to grow. What causes business cy­ cles? This is an age-old ques­ tion that many brilliant minds have tried to answer. Unfortu­ nately, there's no single answer, although there are some usual suspects. Changes in the prices and elected officials a while to agree to a course of action. While the existence of the business cycle is generally accepted by economists and policy makers, another kind of economic cycle, called the long wave, is more controversial. Developed in the 19th century, the long wave says economies go through long periods of boom and bust lasting 50 or 60 years. Business cycles are just little blips on these waves. Ac­ cording to this idea, the econo­ my is now in a declining part of a wave that should last several decades. Just like the ocean tides, our economy appears to ebb and flow, although not quite in such a regular and predictable fash­ ion. Whether these cycles are relatively short—10 years—or very long—50 or 60 years—is a matter of debate. Nevertheless, it does behoove you to pay at­ tention to patterns in the econ­ omy so you can best decide how to ride the economic cycle. Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ liam Neal Reynolds Professor and extension economist in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics of N.C. State University's College of Ag­ riculture and Life Sciences. He teaches and writes on personal finance, economic outlook and public policy. Will Hackney be an improvement over Black? Member: N.C. 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Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. RALEIGH—So, it's Joe Hackney. Thanks to his victory on the fourth ballot at the Jan. 10 Democratic caucus, the veteran liberal lawmaker from Chapel Hill will be the Democratic nominee for speaker of the North Carolina House - and, unless something funky hap­ pens at the start of session, he'll lead the chamber for the 2007-2008 session. Going into a five-person race, the wily attorney had several things going against him. Mod­ erate Democrats aligned with major party leaders and busi­ ness groups saw him as too far left of the party's mainstream. They feared that the picture of a Chapel Hill Democrat leading the House would turn out to be a dream come true for oth­ erwise-dejected Republicans (which is precisely how most of the latter will see it). And some complained about Hackney's personal style, calling it abra­ sive and undiplomatic. But Hackney also brought several assets in the race. For one thing, everyone recognized him as a bright, diligent law­ maker. They respected his in­ tellect and had to admit that he had helped to hold together narrow Democratic majorities in the House through difficult times and votes. Urban law­ makers certainly saw Hackney as one of them, but he also had developed a rapport with rural members who acted as a swing vote in the race. Most importantly, however, there was Jim Black. Although the two were not close ideologi- cally or personal­ ly, Black became ally an for Hack­ ney in the speaker's I race. d o n ' t mean that Black was actively john Hood ^ pushing Hackney. What he did spend the past several weeks doing is arguing that anyone would be better in the job than Dan Blue, the former speaker who challenged Black in 1999 and fell just short of defeating him with the help of Republican votes. Black saw a 2007 election of Blue as an implicit repudiation of his fourterm speakership. Of course, Blue could indeed say that the House would have been spared great turmoil and embarrass­ ment had Black not won the 1999 contest. Most of today's House Dem­ ocrats don't agree. They believe Black, whatever his flaws, engi­ neered and maintained a Dem­ ocratic majority during tough elections and divisive political events. Some are still in denial about allegations of corruption and the possibility that Black's political "engineering" is going to get him indicted for federal crimes. Thus Black, though widely seen as disgraced out­ side of the Beltline cocoon, re­ tained significant influence and appears to have had a major hand in convincing members not to support Blue - thus, in the end, putting Joe Hackney in the speaker's chair. Some of the members Black contacted favored the moderate candidates, Jim Crawford and Drew Saunders. Others sided with Hackney. I understand that on the third ballot it was Hackney with 24 or 25, Craw­ ford with 21, and Blue with 19. Once Blue dropped off the list, the liberals broke to Hackney and it was over. As Hackney began visibly to pick up momentum days before the Democratic caucus vote, some of the reporting suggest­ ed that he had been moving to the center, and cited his turn­ about on the state lottery and business incentives as exam­ ples. Unfortunately, those are two issues on which the Right and the Left in North Carolina have long been in agreement - against. Speaking to reporters after the vote, Hackney emphasized his intention to lead the full caucus. "North Carolina is a diverse state," he said. "This is a diverse caucus. I will make sure that all parts of the caucus are represented in the appoint­ ments that I make." He added that he looked forward to "a session with civility, with open­ ness toward our Republican colleagues, working together for all the people of the state." From the standpoint of freemarket folks like me who want more individual liberty and less costly, less meddlesome government, the best that can be said at this point is that a Speaker Hackney will probably do the wrong thing most of the time - but he'll probably do it thoughtfully, fairly, and hon­ estly. Believe it or not, that still sounds like an improvement worth celebrating. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal. com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Children's Trust Fund dinner/dance planned The Fifth Annual Chil­ dren's Trust Fund Dinner, Dance and Auction fund­ raiser will be held at Jeffer­ son Landing on Saturday, Feb. 10, beginning at 6:30 p.m. with dinner and ending with dancing to the music of White Chocolate - The Band until midnight. All proceeds from the dinner, dance, and auction go to benefit the Ashe County Children's Trust En­ dowment Fund. The Ashe County Chil­ dren's Trust Endowment is devoted to supporting Ashe County Partnership for Chil­ dren (ACPC) and Ashe Coun­ ty 4-H programs. The En­ dowment Committee strives to build a permanent unre­ stricted endowment which will provide direct financial resources for programs con­ ducted by Ashe County 4-H and Ashe County Partner­ ship for Children to enrich the quality of life for all chil­ dren in Ashe County. About the fund: •An Endowment Fund es­ tablished to benefit children in programs provided through Ashe County 4-H and Part­ nership for Children. •Serves children birth to 19 years of age. •Funds contributed to the endowment are invested to insure support for years to come for children's programs in Ashe County. •All funds go directly into the endowment and benefit children directly. •Some things made possi­ ble since its creation: evacu­ ation cribs for infants in day care setting; garden supplies for children's gardening proj­ ects; camp scholarships; col­ lege applications for migrant students; physical education programs and equipment; and counseling sessions for children of domestic violence. For additional informa­ tion on the endowment and how to obtain tickets for this great night of dinner, dancing and fun, call (336) 219-2650 or (336) 982-4588. 4 Suicide continued from front page even when they are hurt­ ing," said Rev. Jim Thomp­ son, pastor of Helton United Methodist Charge, and one of the people involved in the campaign. "It is the old John Wayne syndrome. But it is killing people." On Jan. 23, The 100 Man Campaign will begin with a special meeting at Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson. The event will run from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., and will include a free dinner for participants. The event is presented by the Ashe Sui­ cide/Depression Awareness and Prevention Task Force. After a welcome and din­ ner, the evening's presenta­ tions will begin with Jim Weaver, who will speak on "Why are we here?" He will THE OBSERVATION DECK be followed by Martin Little, owner of Little's Fitness Cen­ ter and a renowned fitness expert, who serves as Chair of The 100 Man Campaign. His topic: "Are You Tough Enough?" Not tough enough to lift huge weights—but tough enough to talk about depression. Walt Peterson will draw on his personal experi­ ences to share in a segment called "Not Just a Bad Day." Rev. Thompson will talk about "Who? Me?", offering tips for lay people who find themselves called on to help friends, family members or co-workers who do start talk­ ing about their depression. Jim Poplin, who works with New River Mental Healthcare in Watauga WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND ™ %/e can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy of life is when men are afraid of the light. MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY I * PLATO © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. 423-127-5113 World rights reserved. An order for snow Photo courtesy of Ashley Bowers Ray Russell, from Ray's Weather, paid a visit to the second grade at Blue Ridge on Thursday, Jan. 4. He spoke to the children about the components of weather: temperature, air and water and showed them a weather station. The children really enjoyed him and put their order in for snow, and lots of it. The teachers agreed. Heritage grants awarded ASIiEVILLE, N.C. - The Board of Directors of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area has announced 18 grants to­ taling more than $340,000 in funding designed to preserve and promote Western North Carolina's heritage. After announcing its grants program in June 2006, the Heritage Area received a total of 39 applications. This year's grant cycle focused on projects identified and in­ cluded in local heritage de­ velopment plans prepared by volunteer Heritage Coun­ cils in the Cherokee Qualla Boundary and in each of the 25 counties that comprise the Blue Ridge National Heri­ tage Area. "We've seen a lot of great project ideas come from local community planning," says BRNHA Executive Direc­ tor Penn Dameron. "We are keen to help move these proj­ ect ideas forward, especially those that will have a region­ al or multi-county impact." Grants announced in­ clude: $27,100 to the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Proj­ ect, to fund a project that will strengthen farmers' markets across central Western North Carolina and promote local agricultural heritage; $25,000 to the Black Mountain Center for the Arts, for expansion of the Ju­ nior Appalachian Musicians (JAM) program to three new counties (Madison, Mitchell and Buncombe). The on-site after-school program uses traditional musicians to teach Middle School students how to play mountain music while learning about commu­ nity heritage; $14,750 to The Conserva­ tion Fund, for a documentary video about the relationship between the Appalachian Trail and the Town of Hot Springs; $11,350 to HandMade in America, to extend its Ap­ palachian Quilt Trail project to Avery and Watauga Coun­ ties; $31,683 to the Land-ofSky Regional Council of Governments to design and establish a pilot open space preservation project for Bun­ combe, Henderson, Madison and Transylvania Counties; $25,399 to Mars Hill Col­ lege, to redesign a WNC Hooked Rug exhibit and cre­ ate exhibits about Bascom Lamar Lunsford and the WNC Farmers Federation at the College's Rural Life Mu­ seum; $25,000 to Mitchell Coun­ ty Development Foundation, to expand retail space for the Home of the Perfect Christ­ mas Tree Project and develop a craft demonstration center; $7,680 to the Mount Airy Museum of Regional History, to create a promotional video for the Museum and to ex­ pand its website; $26,000 to the North Carolina Arboretum Society, to support the creation of a springhouse exhibit - high­ lighting elements of the re­ gion's natural, agricultural, and craft heritage - in the Arboretum's new demonstra­ tion greenhouse; $7,016 to Old Wilkes, Inc., for an interactive exhibit at the Wilkes Heritage Museum focused on the music of the BRNHA region; $22,068 to Penland School of Crafts, for a national and regional print advertising campaign showcasing the Penland School, the Asheville Art Museum, and the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts in Boone; $5,000 to the Save Our Wilkes County History Com­ mittee, to fund videotaping of 100 oral histories of area residents; $20,000 to the Southern Appalachian Repertory The­ atre, to support the produc­ tion of a biographical musical play about Bascom Lamar Lunsford; $15,000 to the Stecoah Valley Arts, Crafts & Educa­ tional Center, to expand and enhance its "Appalachian Evening" concert series by adding a dinner experience featuring traditional food of the Southern Appalachian Mountains; $23,000 to the Swain County Economic Develop­ ment Committee, to add a kiln shed and kilns to the Heritage Arts Institute at Southwestern Community College; $15,000 to the Town of Dillsboro, for development of a master plan for the preser­ vation of the Monteith Farm­ stead and the creation of an Appalachian Women's Mu­ seum. $20,000 to Tryon Arts & Crafts, Inc., for the develop­ ment of a heritage gallery area; $20,000 to Wilkes County for a project feasibility and economic impact study of the multi-county Yadkin River Heritage Corridor Partner­ ship initiative. Dameron said, "These grant awards total $341,046. More importantly, the re­ quired local matching funds for these projects add up $743,973. Therefore, the to­ tal economic impact in the BRNHA from this year's grants alone is almost $1.1 million. That is especially im­ pressive considering that our total federal appropriation for 2006 was about $770,000." Funded by the federal dol­ lars the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area receives, the grant awards will help sup­ port diverse initiatives across the North Carolina moun­ tains, focusing on craft, music, natural heritage, Cherokee traditions, and the region's legacy in agriculture. Established by Congress in 2003, the Blue Ridge Nation­ al Heritage Area recognizes and celebrates the natural abundance and richly varied cultural history of the North Carolina mountains. The Blue Ridge National Heri­ tage Area is comprised of the counties of Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Hender­ son, Jackson, McDowell, Ma­ con, Madison, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Surry, Swain, Transylvania, Watauga, Wil­ kes, Yadkin, and Yancey as well as the Qualla Boundary. County, will discuss "What Happens Next," a look at getting help through the sys­ tem. Lanny Landry will then serve as facilitator for ques­ tions, answers and discus­ sion by those in attendance. Finally, Jim Weaver and Rev. Keith Franklin, pastor of Jefferson United Method­ ist Church, will provide "A Call to Action." Further meetings of The 100 Man Campaign are planned. In addition, the task force will offer programs for women later this year. Invitations have been sent for this event to a number of men in the community. If you did not receive an invitation and would like to attend, please immediately call Jim Weaver at 384-1074. BUSINESS REVIEW Reader Ads In This Section Prepared By Contract Advertising, Inc. ©2007 All Rights Reserved. Monte De Rey The splendor and excitement of Mexico are yours when you dine at Monte De Rey, located in Wilkesboro at 1804 Winkler Street, phone (336) 903-1276. Their food boasts an authenticity rarely equaled in other Mexican restaurants. Their specialties include tacos, enchiladas, burritos, tamales, fajitas, chimichangas, quesadillas and much more. They use the exact spices and ingredients needed to prepare each dish consistently perfect day after day. They serve all their dishes with the hot sauce on the side, so you can enjoy it the way you want.Their cantina offers a variety of cocktails including their fantastic Margaritas. Only true Mexican dishes with the real flavor of the country as well as an interesting South of the Border d6cor have made Monte De Rey a popular restaurant. They have earned a reputation second to none.The friendly staff always makes you feel welcome whether you stop by for a Margarita or for a complete meal. Ashe County Motors Ford Ashe County Motors offers a great deal more than the usual automobile sales; they offer quality and personal service to every customer. They give honest advice reasonable prices. They specialize in cars and trucks, both new and used, which are recognized as the best in value. The salespeople of Ashe County Motors excel in all forms of service—before, during and after the sale. Their service department guarantees that your new or used vehicle will be in top driving condition upon delivery. Should you have problems on down the road, regardless of the problem, their service department and body shop will gladly repair it for you. Trade-ins are welcome, and you will receive top dollar on your used automobile. When you are tired of listening to the confusing antics of most car dealers, go to the straight-talking salespeople of Ashe County Motors, located in West Jefferson at 409 East 2nd Street, phone (336) 246-7183, and see what they can do for you! Stamper & Haynes Salvage Kenneth Stamper, Owner If you're in the market for auto parts, you can go to a new auto parts house and spend a small fortune, or visit Stamper & Haynes Salvage. They have one of the area's largest selections of quality used and rebuilt auto parts at prices sure to please. With the price of auto parts as high as they are, the average person cannot afford to keep his car in the best of repair. Wise owners save money by shopping at Stamper & Haynes Salvage, located in McGrady at 475 Longbottom Road, phone (336) 670-2207.From starters and alternators to transmissions, these people can supply you with practically any part you need. The personnel at Stamper & Haynes Salvage are experts in their field and can help you select just the right part to fit any particular project. They pay top dollar for used and wrecked cars, and then disassemble them to give you the best buys anywhere. A E Myers & Son Tire & Auto Don't take chances with worn tires! At high speeds, you're gambling with your life if your tires are not in first-class condition. Your one-stop tire headquarters for a complete line of top-quality tires is A E Myers & SonTire & Auto, located in Wilkesboro at 615 West Main, at the corner of West Main and Cherry Street, phone (336) 667-4000. They feature one of the area's most complete tire service centers, and they specialize in wheel alignment and balancing on all size cars and trucks. They carry a complete stock of brakes and shock absorbers and have at all times a good supply of used tires and retreads. Their prices are reasonable, and you will be sure to find tires for any size road vehicle you may have. When you need tires, it only makes sense to call the helpful people at A E Myers & Son Tire & Auto. You will enjoy the manner in which you're treated, and you will be more than pleased with your purchase. Jo-Lynn Enterprises, Inc. Family Owned & Operated Since 1975 Disasters, including fires and storms, cause millions of dollars in damage each year to residential, commercial and industrial properties. Jo-Lynn Enterprises, conveniently located in Vilas at 2322 Bairds Creek Road, phone (828) 297-2109, is noted throughout the area for first-class disaster restoration work. Whether ifs interior or exterior restoration, Jo-Lynn Enterprises has a reputation for providing quality work at reasonable prices regardless of the size of the job. These professionals will see to every detail from the initial clean-up phase to the ultimate completion of your project. Insurance work is welcome, and their estimator will be glad to work with you and your insurance company, enabling you to return to your home or business in the shortest time possible. If an unexpected fire or storm damages your property, the personnel at Jo-Lynn Enterprises are the local professionals to contact. With your restoration project in their competent hands, you'll have one less thing to worry about! "Quality Care And Property Services For Your Home And Business" Foothills Center For Women, PA Duane H. Smith, MD • Pam Myers, PA • Pam Sloop, FNP-C Providing expert, professional care for the women in this area, the office of Foothills Center For Women is located in North Wilkesboro at 112 Boone Trail, phone (336) 667-8241. Dr. Duane H. Smith is board certified in obstetrics and gynecology and specializes in the problems and issues of women's health. He is trained to evaluate, diagnose and prescribe proper measures for a wide variety of women's health problems and conditions. Annual examinations are a significant part of preventive health care for women over the age of 18 and are recommended by many doctors. They also provide birth control counseling and prescriptions. Female disorders, whether they be minor or major, are all capably handled by this specialist as well as pregnancy testing and infertility counseling. The doctor also specializes in complete obstetrical care. From confirmation of your pregnancy and prenatal exams through the birth of your baby and postnatal checkups, he offers up-to-date, expert and supfxxtive care. Westview Terrace Apartments Vicki Price, Site Manager You'll be home at Westview Terrace Apartments, located in West Jefferson at 305 East 4th Street, Suite 6-A. Today, many people are turning to the apartment for comfortable living and convenience. By renting instead of owning, you can eliminate maintenance expense, real estate tax and other homeowner problems. The buildings and grounds of Westview Terrace Apartments are professionally managed and well maintained at all times. Plenty of parking is provided in well-lit areas. These apartments are conveniently located near area businesses, schools and shopping areas. They offer you a real sense of privacy as well as convenience. Westview Terrace Apartments features one- and two-bedroom apartments with wall-to-wall carpeting, air conditioning and the latest in kitchen appliances. They also have an on-site playground. If you would like worry-free living in a modern, comfortable atmosphere, look to Westview Terrace Apartments for more than just a roof over your head. Call them at (336) 246-4757 for rental information or unit availability. You'll be glad you did. SPECIAL MENTION MILLER'S AUTOMOTIVE, located in McGrady at 1353 Arlie Myers Road, phone (336) 696-3920, specializes in used car parts and sales with rollback service and a mechanic on duty. They'll pay $100.00 for complete junk cars. �Wednesday - January 17 Friday - January 19 JV/Varsity Basketball Away at West Wilkes JV/Varsity Basketball HOME vs Forbush Varsity Wrestling Away at Forbush 7:00pm Thursday - January 18 Freshmen Boys Basketball Away at Carroll County, Va 6:00pm Saturday - January 20 Freshmen Basketball at Watauga 11:00am This week in Husky sports Lady Huskies advance to 12-2 for season 14 points of their own, and concluded the first quarter FollowingtheLadyHuskies* with a 14-6 lead. The second quarter opened loss to North Surry last Friday, the Huskies returned up with the Blackhawks unanswered to action on Wednesday with a scoring five non-conference game against points, and cutting the the West Wilkes Blackhawks, Huskies lead to three points. Kelly Hudler and then a conference match­ However, up at North Wilkes on this answered with two baskets past Friday. The Huskies in a row, and following a showed improvement from three-point play by Kendra their previous game against Yearick, the Huskies had North Surry and defeated the gained a 26-13 lead with only Blackhawks by a score of 62- one minute remaining in the 39 and the Vikings by a score first half. In the remaining minute, the Huskies scored of 60-38. The first game of the week four additional points, and paired the Huskies with the the Blackhawks were able to West Wilkes Blackhawks. score another two points for The Huskies were determined themselves to close out the to get their eleventh win of half. The teams headed into the season and achieved this halftime with the Huskies by defeating the Blackhawks. doubling the Blackhawks The action opened in the first score, 30-15. Photo by Michael Graybeal Following the intermission, quarter with the Huskies Kassee Roberts gives a pump-fake to get the defender in jumping out to a quick lead, both teams battled equally and the Huskies defensive in the third quarter, but the the air and draws a foul during Wednesday's game. pressure held the Blackhawks Huskies were able to increase Blackhawks to a single basket The Huskies were able to only six points in the first their lead early in the quarter. to increase their lead to 35-18. to grab nearly 62% of the quarter. The Huskies took In the first two minutes of the Throughout the following four rebounds and Lindsey Hagel, advantage of the Blackhawks quarter, the Huskies scored minutes of the quarter, both Katie Gammons, and Kim inability to score and tallied five points, and limited the teams had difficulty scoring, McNeil each recorded eight but Larken Mikeal ended the rebounds. The offensive attack drought for the Huskies with was led by Shelly Barker a three-pointer with 1:35 who scored an incredible 18 remaining in the quarter. points and Kendra Yearick Both teams scoring increased and Kim McNeil each added during the remainder of the nine points for the Huskies. third quarter, and the teams Kelly Hudler added six concluded the quarter with points, Larken Mikeal added the Huskies possessing an five points, Katie Gammons 18-point lead, 45-27. added four points, Kassee With only eight minutes Roberts added three points, remaining in the game, and Kaitlin Smith rounded the Huskies had to simply out the Huskies scoring with protect a lead to claim the two points. victory. The Huskies had no The Lady Huskies returned problem defending their lead to action Friday night when in the fourth quarter, but in they traveled to North Wilkes the end ended up increasing High School for the final game their lead to 23 points in the of the first round of conference final quarter of the game. play. The Huskies were able Following two free throws to increase their conference by Larken Mikeal with only record to 5-1 with a 60-38 1.5 seconds remaining on the victory over the Vikings from clock, the Huskies claimed North Wilkes. The victory their eleventh win of the allowed the Huskies to stay Photo by Michael Graybeal season with the 62-39 victory in second place in conference Larken Mikeal takes the ball up for two points. over the Blackhawks. standings. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The action opened up with the Huskies having difficulty scoring and the Vikings gained a 7-2 lead in the first seven minutes of the quarter. The Huskies were able to cut into the Vikings lead with 30 seconds remaining in the quarter when Kelly Hudler drained a short jump shot to cut the Vikings lead to 7-4 and concluded the scoring in the first quarter. The second qu arter bro ught life to the Huskies and once the second quarter started the Huskies took control of the game. Following quick baskets by Kim McNeil, Kendra Yearick, and Larken Mikeal, the Huskies took their first lead of the game, 11-9. Larken Mikeal hit another three pointer to increase the Huskies lead to 14-9 with five minutes remaining in the first half. Kassee Roberts and Kelly Hudler took control for the Huskies and scored the final ten points in the half and allowed the Huskies to head into the locker rooms with a powerful 27-13 lead. The second half opened up with the Huskies expanding their lead early in the third quarter. With early baskets by Kassee Roberts, Kaitlin Smith, and Kendra Yearick, the Huskies were able to expand their lead to 40-18. The Vikings then were able to match the Huskies point-forpoint for the remainder of the quarter, and at the conclusion of the third quarter, the Huskies were still in control of the game, 48-26. The fourth quarter was a direct replica of the end of the third quarter, and both teams were able to score 12 points in the final eight minutes of action. The Huskies defensive pressure pushed the Vikings to create 33 turnovers and 18 steals by the Huskies, eight by Kassee Roberts, created many easy lay-ups for the Huskies is what allowed the Huskies cruise to their fifth conference win of the season and advance to an astonishing 12-2 record for the season. The Huskies offense was led by Kassee Roberts who scored an impressive 17 points and Larken Mikeal followed with nine points. Other Husky scorers included: Kim McNeil 8 points, Kelly Hudler 7 points, Kaitlin Smith 6 points, Kendra Yearick 6 points, Shelly Barker 4 points, Lindsey Hagel 2 points, Katie Gammons 1 points. The Huskies return to action tomorrow night when they travel to West Wilkes to face the Blackhawks. Photo by Michael Graybeal Husky cheerleaders energize the crowd during a timeout. Husky Men defeat Blackhawks and Vikings Huskies. At this point, the into the fourth quarter with Huskies exploded and over the Huskies in front 48-24. This past Wednesday the course of the following In the fourth quarter, the evening, the Huskies hosted five minutes the Huskies Huskies maintained their lead the West Wilkes Blackhawks outscored the Blackhawks by applying tough defensive for a non-conference 18-2. With a buzzer beater by pressure on the Blackhawks endowment game. The Ethan Graybeal, the Huskies and only allowed West Wilkes Huskies were able to defeat concluded the first quarter to score nine points in the the Blackhawks and advance with an imposing 18-6 lead. entire fourth quarter while to a record of 9-4 for the season The second quarter was a they were able to increase with a 68-33 victory over mirror image of the first eight their score to 66 in the closing the Blackhawks. Following minutes of the game and the seconds of the game. With the game on Wednesday, the Blackhawks again scored the the Huskies in possession Huskies traveled to North first four points of the quarter. of the ball, Ethan Graybeal Wilkes on Friday for the final However, the Huskies then was able to score another game of the first round of mounted a 14-3 run, and a basket for the Huskies prior conference play with a game lay-up in the closing seconds to the sounding of the horn to against the Vikings. The of the half by Daniel Wain increase the Huskies lead to Huskies defeated the Vikings increased the Huskies lead to 35, and to give the Huskies a by a score of 67-49 to improve 19 points, 32-13. 68-33 victory over the West Following the halftime Wilkes Blackhawks. to 3-3 in conference play. The action started out break, the Huskies were The Huskies were led in last week with the Huskies determined to increase their scoring by Ethan Goodman hosting the West Wilkes lead, and Coleman Payne took who scored 18 points, and Blackhawks. In the Men's the initiative and drained Coleman Payne and Tommy Varsity match-up, the game a three pointer during the Spagnolo each added 11 started with West Wilkes Huskies first possession points for the Huskies. Other gaining an early four point following halftime. The Husky scorers included: lead just three minutes into Huskies and the Blackhawks Ethan Graybeal with 8 points, the game. However, Ethan remained even and traded Parker Johnson with 8 points, Goodman was able to drive to baskets for the remainder Justin Ford with 4 points, the basket and get fouled on a of the third quarter, and the Ryan Moser with four points, shot for a three-point play to Huskies possessed a 24-point David Grubb with 2 points, get the scoring started for the lead when the teams headed and Daniel Wain rounded out the Huskies scoring with 2 points. The Huskies returned to action on Friday night with the final game of the first round of conference when they traveled to North Wilkes to compete with the Vikings. The Huskies were able to rebound from a slow start to beat the Vikings by a final score of 67-49. The action opened up with both teams having difficulty scoring in the first quarter, and following a three pointer by Coleman Payne, the Huskies possessed a 9-6 lead at the conclusion of the first period. The second quarter opened with the Vikings coming out on an early 4-0 run. Justin Ford concluded the Vikings run for the Huskies with a three pointer three minutes into the quarter. The Vikings Photo by Michael Graybeal were able to score on their Coleman Payne goes up for two of his 21 points in Friday next two possessions, and at night's victory over North Wilkes. this point Tommy Spagnolo by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter and Coleman Payne took charge of the Huskies offense. Tommy Spagnolo scored on back-to-back possessions for the Huskies, and then Coleman Payne hit back-toback three pointers for the Huskies. At this point the Huskies were in front of the Vikings 24-18, but then a defensive steal and fast break lay-up by Coleman Payne gave the Huskies a 26-18 lead heading into halftime. Following the intermission, the Vikings were able to hit a three pointer on their first possession to cut the Husky lead to only five points. The Huskies offense came to life at this point, and the Huskies mounted an unstoppable 19-5 scoring run thanks to baskets by Ethan Goodman, Coleman Payne, Daniel Wain, and Tommy Spagnolo. The Vikings were able to snap the Huskies scoring run and score six points prior to the conclusion of the third quarter, but the Huskies were also able to score another three points, and at the end of the quarter, the Huskies were in charge 48-32. The final quarter was an even match-up between the two teams as Ashe narrowly outscored North Wilkes 19-17 in the final eight minutes of the game. The teams traded baskets throughout the majority of the period, and a lay-up by David Grubb with 45 seconds remaining in the game was the final points to be scored and sealed the deal for the Huskies with a 67-49 victory over the Vikings. The Huskies were led in scoring by Coleman Payne who shot lights out from outside the arc and scored 21 points with five three pointers. Ethan Goodman also scored in double digits and recorded 17 points, and Tommy Spagnolo also added an impressive 14 points. Daniel Wain added eight points, Just Ford added three points, and Parker Johnson and David Grubb each added two points. Photo by Michael Graybeal Ethan Graybeal scores two points for the Huskies during their 68-33 victory over the West Wilkes Blackhawks. Photo by Michael Graybeal George Baker goes up for the lay-up in Wednesday night's game. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2007 PAGE 7A SPORTS JV Lady Huskies first in conference by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Following the holiday break, the JV Lady Huskies continued their season with three conference games, and a non-conference game. The Huskies started the second half of the season with four enormous victories and beat their opponents by an average of 27 points a game. The Huskies defeated the Rams from Starmount by a score of 48-25, North Surry Greyhounds by a total of 5422, West Wilkes Blackhawks by a score of 52-25, and the North Wilkes Vikings, 37-11. The Huskies first game of the four game set was a pairing against Starmount, and was played at Starmount High School. The Huskies opened up the game with an explosive defensive stand and held the Rams to only four points in the first quarter, while they were able to score 15 for themselves. This first quarter domination set the scene for the second quarter when the Huskies again outscored the Rams, 12-6. The Huskies headed into halftime with a commanding 17-point lead, 27-10. The second half opened up with the Rams making a run and cutting into the Huskies lead during the third quarter. The Rams outscored the Huskies 12-8 in the third quarter, but the Huskies responded by murdering the Rams in the fourth quarter when they outscored them 13-3. The Huskies were able to resist the Rams third quarter run and finished the game by claiming their fourth conference win of the season by a score of 48-25. The Huskies were led in scoring in the contest against the Rams by Jessica Walker with seven points. However, the Huskies experienced even scoring as ten players recorded points for the Huskies. Charity Shatley, Cara Church, Stephanie Ratliff, and Caitlin Elliott each scored six points for the Huskies, while Samantha Miller, Brittany Lyalls, and Kelsey Johnson each added four points, Ariel Farmer added three points, and Morgan Casey rounded out the scoring with two points. Following the game with Starmount, the Huskies hosted the North Surry Greyhounds. The Huskies once again was able to defeat their opponents as they obliterated the Greyhounds by a final score of 54-22. The Huskies forced the Greyhounds into an early 182 deficit following the first quarter, and never looked back. In the second quarter, the Huskies again outscored the Greyhounds, and cruised to a gigantic halftime lead of 24 points, 32-8. In the third quarter, the Huskies scoring was slowed down by the Greyhounds, but they could not mount a comeback, and the Greyhounds hopes of a victory disappeared when they were trailing the Huskies by 30 points at the conclusion of the third quarter, 44-14. The Huskies sealed the victory in the fourth quarter when they outscored the Greyhounds 10-8 and sailed to a 32-point victory over the Greyhounds, 54-22. The Huskies once again received an even scoring report with eight players scoring, and three players in double-digits. The Huskies were led by MorganCasey,Brittany Lyalls, and Caitlin Elliot who each scored ten-points. Samantha Miller and Stephanie Ratliff each scored eight points for the Huskies, and Jessica Walker, Ariel Farmer, and Kelsey Johnson rounded out the Huskies scoring with two-points each. The victory over the Greyhounds gave the Huskies their fifth conference win, and an overall record of 6-5 for the season. The following game for the Huskies was a nonconference match-up with the Blackhawks from West Wilkes High School. The Huskies intended to repeat the results from their two previous games and did just that with an impressive 27-point victory over the Blackhawks, 52-25. The Huskies opened up the contest by pinning the Blackhawks early with a ten-point deficit and ended the first quarter of play with a commanding 17-7 lead. The Blackhawks were able to battle back in the second period, and held the Huskies to only nine points. Although, the Blackhawks could only score six points compared to the Huskies nine, and they found themselves at a 13point hole at halftime, 26-13. The Huskies came out of halftime determined to maintain their lead and displayed an excellent performance in the third quarter and held the Blackhawks scoreless for the entire seven minutes of . the quarter while they scored 17 points for themselves and headed into the fourth quarter with a comfortable 30-point lead, 43-13. In the fourth quarter, the Blackhawks were able to outscore the Huskies 12-9, but it was to little to late for the Blackhawks and the Huskies claimed their seventh win of the season. Once again, scoring for the Huskies was even as nine Huskies recorded points. Caitlin Elliott led the team with nine points, and Stephanie Ratliff shortly followed with eight points. Samantha Miller added a respectable seven points, while Cara Church, Morgan Casey, and Jessica Walker each added six points. Ariel Farmer, Brittany Lyalls, and Kelsey Johnson rounded out the scoring for the Huskies with four points each. On this past Friday, the Huskies traveled to North Wilkes for their final game of the first round of conference play, and the JV Lady Huskies still possessed an unbeaten record in conference, 5-0. The Huskies were hoping to conclude the first round with an unblemished conference record of 6-0 and they wasted no time when they held the North Wilkes Vikings scoreless throughout the first quarter, and majority of the second quarter. The Huskies took advantage of the Vikings drought and scored eight points of their own in the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Huskies continued to punish the Vikings and scored an impressive ten points, and took a commanding halftime lead of 18-2. In the third quarter, the Vikings were able to score six points, but the Vikings still struggled to slow the Huskies momentum, and the Huskies cruised into the fourth quarter with a commanding 27-8 lead. The fourth quarter brought more action from the Huskies. The Huskies held the Vikings scoreless again until the final minute when a Viking player was able to hit a three pointer to give the Vikings their eleventh and final point of the game. The Huskies continued to score in the fourth quarter, and at the sound of the concluding horn, the Huskies had claimed their sixth conference win with a 37-11 victory over the North Wilkes Vikings. The Huskies again recorded even scoring as eight players scored, and were led by Samantha Miller with eight points. Stephanie Ratliff followed closely with seven points, and Charity Shatley and Caitlin Elliott each scored six points. Cara Church added four points for the Huskies, and Ariel Farmer, Brittany Lyalls, and Kelsey Johnson concluded the Huskies scoring with two points each. The JV Lady Huskies concluded the first round of conference play with an unblemished and unbeaten 6-0 record and they return to action tomorrow night when they travel to West Wilkes High School for their second time meeting with the Blackhawks in a nonconference match-up. Photo by Michael Graybeal Jessica Walker scores one of her six points during the Hus­ kies' 52-25 victory over West Wilkes last Wednesday night. JV Huskies advance to 5-1 in conference by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The JV Boys exited the holiday break with an impressive record of 8-2 and was able to improve their record to 12-2 following four victories. The Huskies were able to defeat the Starmount Rams by a score of 67-35, North Surry Greyhounds 47-23, West Wilkes Blackhawks 53-27, and the North Wilkes Vikings 44-23. The four game series opened up with the Huskies traveling to Starmount for a conference match-up. The Huskies opened up the game by quickly gaining a lead and concluded the first quarter with a 17-6 lead. The second quarter brought the same results for the Huskies, and the Huskies headed into halftime with a commanding 36-17 lead. Following the halftime intermission, both teams appeared to be evenly matched in the third quarter, and both teams scored 16 points, and the third quarter concluded with the Huskies still in control of the game, 52-33. The fourth quarter sealed the deal for the Huskies, and the Huskies defensive effort was the key to victory. In the fourth quarter, the Huskies held the Rams to only two points during the entire quarter. During the Rams drought, the Huskies were able to score 15 points for themselves to advance to a 67-35 victory over the Rams. The Huskies scoring was led by Tavin Holman who scored 12 points, and Tavin was helped out by all the remaining players on the team as every Husky scored at least two points. Ben Warner was second leading scorer with eight points, and Jaren Holman, Richie Absher, Tucker Clay, Sam Price, and Dustin Hamm each scored six points for the Huskies. Cory Roten added five points for the Huskies, and Grayson Wells, Jordan Nichols, and Brandon Lucas each scored two points for the team. The Huskies were able to return to their home court for the following game, which consisted of the North Surry Greyhounds for another conference match­ up. The Huskies had a tougher match-up with the Greyhounds than their previous game, but the Huskies still managed to pull out a commanding 47-23 win at the conclusion of the fourth quarter. The action opened up with both teams matching point-for-point in the first quarter, and concluded the first seven minutes of play with the score tied at 9-9. However, the Huskies increased their defensive intensity in the second period and only allowed the Greyhounds to score one-point while they managed to score another nine points. The Huskies headed into the halftime break with an 18-10 lead over the Greyhounds. During the halftime intermission, the Greyhounds were able to regroup and during the third quarter, the Greyhounds played the Huskies within three points, but were outscored 10-7 during the quarter. The Huskies were able to increase their lead to 11 points at the conclusion of the third quarter, and all they had to do was maintain their lead for another seven minutes for the victory. The Huskies came out in the fourth quarter and not only maintained their lead, but was able to increase it to 24 points. During the fourth quarter, the Huskies held the Greyhounds to only six points, while they scored a mammoth 19 points. This enormous quarter awarded the Huskies the victory and the Huskies conference record advanced to 4-1. The Huskies were led in scoring Ashe County Parks and Recreation Industrial Volleyball League The industrial volleyball league began on November 28, 2006 at Family Central, and we would like to thank the players, staff, and most importantly the sponsors for mak­ ing this league possible. The regular season final standings are as follows Ferguson Grading 11-1 Sparta Merchants 7-5 Phipps Construction 7-5 Potter's Lumber 3-9 AR Construction 3-9 A single elimination tournament will be held January 16 and J 8 starting at 6:00pm. Call the Rec. department at 9826185 for further details. by Tavin Holman who recorded 11 points during the Huskies victory and Dustin Hamm also had an impressive game and scored eight points for the Huskies in the post. Cory Roten and Richie Absher each had seven points, while Jordan Nichols added lour points, Ben Warner added three points, Tucker Clay added two points, and Jaren Ilolman rounded out the Huskies scorers with one point. The Huskies following game featured a non-conference match-up with the West Wilkes Blackhawks. The Huskies were able to record another tally in their win totals when they defeated the Blackhawks by a final score of 5327. The Huskies opened up the action by holding the Blackhawks to only three points in the first quarter. However, the Huskies experienced a slow start also and they only scored nine points in the first seven minutes of action. The scoring picked up in the second quarter for both teams, but the Huskies were able to hold the Blackhawks to single digits again as the Blackhawks only scored seven points. The Huskies were able to add an impressive 14 points to their team total, and headed into halftime with a 23-10 lead. The Huskies exploded on offense during the third quarter as they scored 18 points compared to the mere 11 points the Blackhawks and following the posted, conclusion of the third quarter; the Huskies were in front of West Wilkes, 41-21. The Blackhawks headed into the final seven minutes of the game with a gigantic task of recovering from a 20-point deficit in only seven minutes. The Huskies were determined to deny the Blackhawks attempts of coming back and did so by holding them to only six points in the quarter. The Huskies also went on to score 12 points of their own and concluded the game with a 53-27 victory over West Wilkes High School. The Huskies posted two players in double digits, Ben Warner led the team with 11 points, and Grayson Wells had a striking performance with 10 points. Tavin Holman added eight points, Richie Absher added seven points, Tucker Clay added six points, Dustin Ilamm added five points, and Cory Roten and Sam Price each added three points for the Huskies during their victory. The Huskies returned to action following the non-conference game with West Wilkes when they traveled to North Wilkes for the final game in the first round of conference play. The Huskies concluded the first round with an impressive 5-1 conference record with a 44-23 victory over the Vikings. The action started out slow in the first quarter as both teams combined to only score nine points, but the Huskies managed to possess a 6-3 lead at the end of the first quarter. The Huskies performance during the second quarter was a vast improvement from the first quarter as they scored 16 points and held the Vikings to only 5 points. The dominant second quarter by the Huskies allowed the Huskies to head into halftime with a 22-8 lead. The third quarter was a replica of the second quarter and the Huskies continued to increase their lead. When time had expired in the third quarter, the Huskies had managed to increase their lead to 21 points, and headed into the fourth quarter with an authoritative 35-14 lead. The game concluded with both teams scoring an even nine points each in the final quarter, and the Huskies claimed their fifth conference win with the 44-23 victory over the Vikings from North Wilkes. The Huskies had one play score in double digits, as Dustin Hamm was able to score an impressive 12 points in the post for the Huskies. Cory Roten was the second leader scorer for the Huskies with eight points, Grayson Wells added six points, Tavin Holman added five points, Ben Warner added four points, Jordan Nichols added three points, and Jaren Holman, Tucker Clay, and Sam Price each scored two points to round out the Huskies scoring. The Huskies improved to 122 for the season with the victory over the Vikings and will return to action tomorrow night when they travel to West Wilkes for a nonconference game. Wt Hardee's of Jefferson ATHLETE i l l of the WEEK presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Coleman Payne, is a senior member of the Men's Varsity Basketball team. Coleman scored 21 points in Friday's game against North Wilkes and also scored 11 points against West Wilkes. Coleman is a leader on the court for the Huskies and a Photo by Michael Graybeal Tucker Clay takes the ball up strong for two points. key offensive and defensive player. Grading Cq * // All iypes of Grading Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman Office* (828)963-4069 Cell *(828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-8610 Joleman Payne Congratulations Coleman Payne!!! Stop by JnSLAQGCSS each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! 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Missing from Glendale Springs area. Last seen week before Christmas. If you have any information, please call 620-8664. LOST: KEYS TO Airstream Trailer. Lost Jan. 6 near Yadkin Valley Bank & Trust at Wal-Mart, or elsewhere. Call 828-264-2699. REWARD for the return of our Beagle puppy, Lemon/white male. Last seen Dec 28 on Hwy 163. Please call, 336-877-1677 Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 1992 Prowler 25" with Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. Cal 336-977-0383 sleeps 6, Queen Bed, bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 140-Help Wanted 28694 Cell Leader General Assembly (We accept persona! Corporation of West check, Visa or Jefferson is a leading Master Card) international provider of electronics manufactur­ Telephone: ing services. Due to its (336) 846-7164 continuing growth, the Fax: company needs two (336)846-7165 jj self-directed people to join its production e-mail: team. The successful classified® £ candidates should be jeflersonpost.com capable of leading 5-10 Web: ^ employees in a fast www.jeffersonpost.com paced manufacturing environment. 30-Special Knowledge of PCBA is Notices a plus. Must have strong "people skills" PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising skills, be computer in this newspaper is sub­ literate, be able to write ject to tho Fair Housing Act process plans, and be which makes it illegal to advertlso any preferences. able to collect and Limitation or discrimination analyze data such as based on race, color, 1st pass yield. Salary religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national will be commensurate origin includes children un­ with experience. der the age of 16 living with Please apply to: parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people General Assembly securing custody of chil­ Corporation dren under 18. This news­ 140 Industrial Park paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for Way legal estate which is in West Jefferson, NC violation of the law. Our 28694 readers are here by informed that all dwellings phone: 336-246-5143 advertised in this newspa­ fax: 336-846-1676 per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. Tho toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post 40-Lost & Found FOUND: Bird dog/hound mix, brown ears & eyes, white face, short hair, long tail, 40 lbs, 18" tall. Found in the Todd area. Call 828-295-9924. FOUND: Beagle/Miniature Collie mix, male, approx 1-3 yrs. Found in Beaver Creek/Citgo area. Call 977-2587 to identify. FOUND: Mother's Ring at Bare Creek Convenience Center. Call 982-2623 and describe. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING Get a Better Job a Better Career a Better Life Earn top-pay Wilkes Community College/SAGE Technical Services Offer: Small Classes One-on-one training, ONE STUDENT PERTRUCK Lifetime Job Placement Nationwide 5-Week Training (behind-the-wheel and classroom) CDL and ready to work In 6 weeks Financial assistance available to those who qualify CALL NOW (336)838-6509 FOUND; Female Black Lab mix, approx 1yr, wearing burgundy collar with silver and leash attached. Call 246-4118 or 977-3746. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 On... We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies For Sale: Chipper, walk behind bush hog and generator, used very little. Call 336982-8320) leave name & number. Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 235-Christmas Trees For Sale: Fraser Fir 3/0 Seedlings available for Spring. Mount Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 260-Garage/Yard Sales KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time 2 times --$9.50 $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. PLACEYOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE" ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit be 5 or 50... everyone know liey are having birthday With a fferson Post-it Mote! nly $18.60! 1995 Mercury Villager Van, seats 7, remova­ ble middle captains chair seats, highway miles, loaded. $1500. Call 336-877-3899. 1994 Lumina Euro, 64,000 Florida Miles. Looks and drives like new. $3,800. Call Dave Goodman 336-877-5694 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. 410-Motorcycles / $75 Call 336-877-0159 BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Call Geraldine at the Jefferson Post 336-846-7164 to list your business in our High Country Business Services Directory!!! Wilkes Communi College Director of Student Support Services For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Carolina West Apts., Houses For Rent For Rent: 2 BR House Stop by Hart Power Equipment. 350-Wanted to Reloading Buy Or Swap /•^Wireless tether flwy will TO GIVE AWAY: Pomeranian Puppy, female, 5 mos. very friendly. Call 384-4537 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Press, 12 GA. 370-Cars/Vans for Sale To Give Away: 4-Wheelers Blond Lab - Retriever mix puppy, 13 weeks For Sale: 2005 Power old. 1st shots, Sit & Max RC Motor Sports Fetch command, most­ Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 ly housebroken. Loves or 336-877-3155 people. Received as gift, but we are allergic 430-Rooms, to him. Call 846-4635. 300Miscellaneous Shotgun Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 500-Mobile Homes for Sale $49,900.00 BRAND NEW 1600 SOFT DOUBLE WIDE. THAT INCLUDES DELIVERY SETUP. HURRY! ONLY 2 MODELS LEFT. 5 YEAR WARRANTY! ONE PIECE FIBERGLASS TUBS. APPLIANCES, 2X4 16 ON CENTER CONSTRUCTION. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 Stitch is a 1-2 yr. old shepherd / hound mix. 2002 Dodge Dakota, He has plenty of ener­ 4x4, extra cab, V-8, gy and loves to play. CD, AC, Cruise. Great Stitch likes to keep us truck. $13,500. Call laughing on a daily 336-384-1047. basis. He loves to Accepting bids on climb up on his igloo 1994 Ford Ranger, shelter and make funny 5 speed, extended cab, faces at us. He's a very 4x4 pick-up. Call Allied nice little dog with lots Financial Services 1980 Oakwood of personality. Mobile Home 336-846-8288 Contact the Alleghany 14x55 Good condition SHOPPING FOR A Animal Shelter in .Partiallyfurnished 4X4? For more information Sparta at Keep Checking the call 336-246-9258 336-372-8744 Classified Ads. for more info or visit 1994 Coro Mobile alleghany.petfinder.com Home, 3/2 with deck, 385-Sport Utility Monitor heater, at The Alleghany Animal Vehicles For Sale Hilltop Acres in West Shelter is Jefferson. $10,000 OVERWHELMED with Call 336-246-9295 for puppies right now! appointment. Currently there are 21 puppies of various 2007 TAX REFUND breeds, genders, and Attention Previous sizes all available for Home Owners, 1st time 1993 Jeep adoption. We Home Buyers, Renters. Grand Cherokee URGENTLY need Put your TAX REFUND Dark green,top rack, donations of puppy TO WORK in buying leather interior,CD food and ADOPTIONS player, new speakers, a new home. to get our numbers alarm & remote entry. Call Freedom Homes. down! Great Shape. No Rust. 336-973-2335 alleghany.petfinder.com 290-Horses & Livestock WANTED TO BUY 2004 F-250 XLT Super Duty, 4x4 Diesel, black with silver. 40,000 miles. $28,500. Call 336-927-4453 Call 336-877-1008 Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. 2005 Forest River 30', for information. 1 Mail orders should be sent with payment to: e'jM:titcd J M: Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 Rogers Origin. 70-Travel & Camping 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap FOR QUICK RESULTS! GRUBB LOGGING Need to advertise a Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 for more details. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. 5 YEAR WARRANTY ON ALL NEW HORTON HOMES. WE BUILD THE BEST AND OFFER THE BEST WARRANTY... 5 YEAR COVERAGE ON APPLIANCES, FURNACE, STRUC­ TURE, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING EVEN THE HEAT PUMP!! THERE IS A DIFFERENCE!! HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. Job Opportunity Office Manager Administrative position within a growing company with duties consisting of answering phones, typing, file management, project payment tracking, and other office-related duties as required. Thorough knowledge of computer and various office software applications a must. The selected candidate must demonstrate initiative in organizing workload and completing assignments, along with good communication skills. Graduation from high school, preferably supplemented by college-level work in secretarial science, and 1 to 2 years of experience in office/clerical work or equivalent combination of education and experience. Qualified candidates should send a resume to: Jemsite Development P.O. Box 1000 Jefferson, NC 28640 Attn: Human Resources Dept. BUSINESS TO BUSINESS OUTSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE This position is responsible for selling and servicing outside business clients by contacting leads; selling services and products to business customers; and resolving product and service problems. A high school diploma/GED is required. A two/four year degree is preferred. Previous sales experience required. Carolina West Wireless offers an excellent compensation and benefit program. Salary is base pay plus commission and car allowance. Applicants should mail or email their resume to: Susannah Rogers, Human Resource Director Carolina West Wireless 1307 Curtis Bridge Road P.O. Box 959 Wilkesboro, NC 28697 susannahr@carolinawest.com Equal Employment Opportunity Employer 505-Modular Homes for Sale 500-Mobile Homes for Sale LIMITED INCOME? LIMITED CREDIT? LAND HOME PACK­ AGES ARE POSSIBLE WITH AS LITTLE AS $500.00 DOWN, WE HAVE A NEW FINANCE PROGRAM TO ASSIST YOU. GIVE US A CALL. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 LOWEST PRICE OUT THERE!!!!! $23,900.00 SET AND DELIVERED. 14X72 SINGLE WIDE. YOU CAN PICK YOUR COLORS!! AVAILABLE IN 2 OR 3 BEDROOMS!! STOVE AND REFRIGERATOR INCLUDED. 5 YEAR WARRANTY. QUALITY HORTON CONSTRUCTION!!! VINYL AND SHINGLE EXTERIOR. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO. 336-973-7488 Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 505-Modular Homes for Sale MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots & Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. 1195-Legals AFFORDABLE MODULARS!!! SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION WITH FAIR PRICES. HORTON HOMES OFFERS IT ALL. SPECIAL FINANCING OPTIONS AVAILABLE... WE DON'T MAKE MONEY OFFYOUR FINANCING. STOP IN OR CALL HORTON HOMES OF WILKES­ BORO 336-973-7488 LOOK!T~ 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 2806.0000596 06-SP-132 Fannie Mae 1666282279 TRUSTEE'S PROPERTY UNDER AND BY VIR­ TUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Harold G. Greer and Katrina M. Greer, His Wife, dated September 8, 1997 and recorded in the Office 1195-Legals of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, record­ ed on September 12, 1997, in Book 223 at Page 1923; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the own­ er and holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the under-signed Sub­ stitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Ashe County Court­ house, in Jefferson, North Carolina at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, January 24, 2007, that parcel of land, in­ cluding improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Lansing, County of Ashe, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on an iron stake on the North side of a light pole and running S 73 W 12 rods to a stake in the road No. 1519; thence with the road S 63 1/2 E, 12 rods to a stake in said road; thence N 77 E 5 rods to a stake in the road; thence N 32 E 11 rods to a stake in the road; thence S 85 W 10 rods to the BEGIN­ NING, containing 3/4 acres, more or less. And being the same land described and conveyed to Harold G. Greer, et ux by deed dated 4/12/75, recorded in Book 0-5, page 456, Ashe Coun­ ty Registry. Address of property: 1049 Glenn King Road Lansing, NC 28643 Present Record Owners: Harold G. Greer aka Harold Gene Greer and Katrina M. Greer and The terms of the sale are that the real prop­ erty hereinbefore de- FAST GROWING NEW COMPANY NEEDS RESEARCH ASSISTANT RESEARCHER/INSIDE SALES Strong computer and research skills (Mac, Excel, Internet) Articulate, strong writing skills required Degree preferred Salary/Commission + Great Benefits West Jefferson office Fax resume to: 336-246-3978 Or bring resume to Next Safety office at 230 Hice Avenue • West Jefferson, NC Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community % Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus CRNA Dietitian Home Care Director Emergency Director We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: wWw.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY , JANUARY 16, 2007 PAGE 9A Classifieds 1195-Legals scribed will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right to require a cash deposit or a certified check not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event that the Owner and Holder is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee's Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308 (a) (1). The real property herei­ nabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, un­ paid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be an­ nounced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. THIJIWIMJM If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. A Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the • knowledge of the Trust­ ee^). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trust­ ee^), in their sole dis­ cretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no • further remedy. - - 'A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gift Subscription for... In Ashe County Address I • $36.00 Name I Seniors In Ashe Co. • $33.00 State City. I I Out-of-County (All) I A Gill from: • $46.50 I Dated: January 8, 2007 Kellam & Pettit, P.A. Substitute Trustee fountain Field Appleseed (Excavating & Mauling No JOB Too SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 W • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair,Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 ROOP'S ROOFING LU Quality Home Repairs 00IS 0 WHEELS • Remodel Jobs • Decks • Additions • Repairs • Maintenance ASHE COUNTY ROOFING 2 S Years Experience License il N rh C r ln St\ d l ot aoi a \ Setof4 All 13"-$199 All 14" -$229 All 15"-$259 16"Truck - $420 215-85-16-- 235-85-16 Oil Change, LubeS Filter $1Q ! Includes up to SQt$ Oil, Filter & Lube '" Plus $100 disposal h All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs ZhetrmU 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 336-384-2063 RJ CAINE OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE 336-977-2112 Allen IVliller 336-384-3033 Mountain Welding BOB'S TREE SERVICE 1.. • Stainless Steel • Commercial ! • Aluminum • Residential • Mild Steel • Customized 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units for On-site Welding Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES Shop located at: k 245 Von Turner Rd. 'West Jefferson, NC| I Phone: 336-877-7511 Bob Cox (780 Anderson Hill Rd.» Lansing, NC I .Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978/ James Ellis - Owner 17 years experience TV "7"! SALES & SERVICE JVC zenith 2L- TVS & HOME THEATRES j / / 276-579-4562 JuL A Grea< TV! Bradley W. Mclntyre • Owner "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" is OUR MOTTO! hlf' 982-3335 . LICENSED&ISSI RED FREE ESTIMATES Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-9634069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Septic Systems • Basements • Footers Qc|j. 828-773-6736 336-846-7737 1149 Old Highway 16 • Jefferson, NC 28640 L • Land Clearing • Road Building Located on the Backstreet 336-982-4600 • 336-667-0822 • sroarkfoto@skybest.com No Job Too Small or Too Large! 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SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only - 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only - 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti car TRACK HO® SERVICES KEITH'S TRACKHOE SERVICE Road Building • Ditching • Ditch Bank Cleaning Bush Hogging • House Foundations • Demolition Foundation Wall Construction • Lot Clearing 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 28618 Call 828-773-5035 Cell: 336-977-6477 or 977-6265 • — J �PAGE10A TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Luther Rock nature hike this Saturday School Lunch Menu Jan. 15-19 Monday: Closed for Martin Luther King Day. Teacher Work Day Tuesday: Vegetable Beef Soup w/ crackers, Toasted Cheese or peanut butter sandwich, Orange half, Milk Wednesday: BBQ on bun, Cole slaw, Potato Wedges, Hot Fudge Cake w/ cherry topping, Milk Thursday: Chicken Pie w/ bis­ cuit topping, peas and carrots, jello, Milk Friday: Hot dog on bun, cole slaw, french fries, Million dollar cookie, fruit, Milk Tuesday, January 16 Learn How to Alternative Energy Explore Library. Call 846-2041 for more information. Saturday, January 20 the large conference Room. If you are a coach that has a team signed up already, please be there. If you are interested in still signing up, this will be the last opportunity before the season kicks off. We already have more teams signed up this year than we did last year, so it looks like we are off to a great start already. Please call the P&R office at 982-6185 for more details. 6 p.m.: The New River Behavioral Healthcare Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Meeting: For more information call Carolyn Greene (Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Liaison) at 828-264-9007. The public is invited to attend. 7 p.m.: Service The New River Authority Board (dba New River Behavioral Healthcare) will hold its regu­ lar monthly meeting at the New River Behavioral HealthCare Outpatient Center in North Wilkesboro. Thursday, January 18 11 a.m.: American Red Cross blood drive at the National Guard Armory, 1147 Old Highy 16 Jefferson. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. For an appointment, please contact Eula Blevins at 982-2164. All donors must have photo I. D. All Blood Types Needed! Walk-ins wel­ come! 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Republican Party will hold its monthly meeting @ 106 N. Jefferson Ave (formally Chamber of Commerce). All interested Republicans are invited to attend. For addition­ al information please call Lee McMillan @ 977-0022. 7 p.m.: SkateZone Skating Rink in West Jefferson: free skating from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. This is open to all but a special invitation goes out to all the folks that made com­ mitments to the Lord at the Strength Team Event. Please help us to spread the Word. For more information you may contact Brother Daryl at Friendship Baptist Church at 982-2080 where he serves as Youth Minister. He is also the Chairman for the Associational Youth Committee. Friday, January 19 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. 7 p.m.: Gospel Bands His Abiding Grace and Heritage in concert at the Ashe County Library. Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the 1 p.m.: Avon Walk for Breast Cancer "Great Start Party" in Charlotte N.C. Help save lives! Individuals and teams can register to walk or crew for the event, meet other par­ ticipants, and learn about the impact of past funds raised and much much more.lt is an I p.m.: Luther Rock Nature annual noncompetitive event Hike: Meet at Mount Jefferson picnic shelter. Meet the park wich offers men and women a choice of walking a marathon ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some (26.2 miles) or a marathon of the ecological interconnec­ and a half (39.3 miles) over tions and energy exchangers the October 20-21 weekend to that make life possible on Mt. raise money and awareness to Jefferson. We will offer a vari­ fight breast cancer. For more ety of hands-on opportunities info call 800-510-WALK or visit www.avonwalk.org to investigate the circle of life 7:30 Harmonia Baroque Ashe that exists within Mt. Jefferson , Arts Center Chamber ensem­ State Natural Area. Wear stur­ ble from Appalachian State dy shoes. University. $8 adults, $5 stu­ Sunday, dents 7 a.m.: Special Siblings Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Designed to help prepare young children for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734. Learn how to cut your power bill and re-think your energy consumption in our next con­ January 21 tinuing education class at Ashe II a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ Campus (Wilkes Community sors January sermon series College). No special skills or entitled "Let My People training required. Class starts Think: Common Objections Jan. 16. Topics include: • Oil, to Christianity": "Why gas, and energy issues (Peak Would a Loving God Allow Oil) • Your consumption: Home Suffering?" FaithBridge is a energy analysis, Voluntary new United Methodist church Simplicity & Solutions • in Blowing Rock. We currently Conventional ALternatives: worship at the Blowing Rock active and passive solar, phoSchool Auditorium on Sunset tovoltaics, wind, hydro, bioDrive in Blowing Rock (for­ diesel • Fuel cells, generators mer home of the Blowing Rock and battery basics • Mountain Stage Company). Our wor­ Mission Farms Tour (work­ ship services are at 11 a.m. ing eco-home) • Light, Heat on Sundays. Dress is casual and Power - quick home fixes. and child care is provided. TO REGISTER: Call Celia Questions? Call 295-8333 or Robinson at (336) 846-9034 visit www.faithbridgeumc.org ext 223. 6 p.m.: ACP&R will be hav­ ing the pre-season coach's meeting at Family Central in Saturday January 27 12:30 p.m.: The American Red Cross will have a Blood Mobile at New River Volunteer Fire Dept. from 12:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. For an appointment call 982-3171. Walk-ins welcome. All blood types are in great need. 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic moun­ tain? What is Amphibolite any­ way? Meet a ranger for a 1.3mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. Tuesday, January 23 10 a.m.: Open house at Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, 111 N. Main St., Jefferson, in cel­ ebration of Sanctity of Life10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. APCC promotes the sanctity and preservation of the life of the unborn by sharing the love and gospel of Jesus Christ and promoting a Christian lifestyle. For more information, please call 8464100. 5:30 p.m.: "Are You Tough Enough -100 Man Campaign" - Meeting will focus on depres­ sion in men. At Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson. 846-0781 Wednesday, January 24 10 a.m.: Open house at Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, 111 N. Main St., Jefferson, in cel­ ebration of Sanctity of Life 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. APCC promotes the sanctity and preservation of the life of the unborn by sharing the love and gospel of Jesus Christ and promoting a Christian lifestyle. For more information, please call 8464100. Thursday, January 25 Blowing Rock Winterfest, Jan. 25-28: One of the South East's top 20 January events, according to the SouthEast Tourism Society. The four-day celebration includes: hayrides, bonfires, an ice-carving com­ petition and a Polar Plunge in Chetola Lake, plus winterthemed shows at the new Hayes Performing Arts Center. 10 a.m.: Open house at Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, 111 N. Main St., Jefferson, in cel­ ebration of Sanctity of Life 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Refreshments will be served. APCC promotes the sanctity and preservation of the life of the unborn by sharing the love and gospel of Jesus Christ and promoting a Christian lifestyle. For more information, please call 8464100. Sunday, January 28 11 a.m.: Mt Olive Baptist Church announces that "Faith Trio" will be singing at the 11 a.m. service. Pastor Rev. Clayborn Roten and the congeration invites you to attend. 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Is Christianity 'Right' and Ail Other Religions 'Wrong'?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship servic­ es are at 11 a.m. on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 2 p.m.: Celebrate Southern Appalachian Music with local musicians as they play tradi­ tional, old-time and Bluegrass at the community building of New River State Park. That's at the New River State Park (221 Access) from 2 to 4 p.m. All musicians (and music-lov­ ers) are encouraged to attend this free event! Monday, January 29 9 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering the 6 hour mandated "DMV Independent Dealer's License Renewal" course. The course will be offered from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on the Wilkes campus of Wilkes Community College. Pre-registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 8386166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. Tuesday, January 30 5:30 p.m.: FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) night at Ashe County High School in the upstairs computer lab. Please come in the front entrance of the school. College represen­ tatives will be there to assist in completing the FAFSA form on-line. Bring a copy of your tax forms and your child's tax forms, if they file. Please call Tara Miller by January 25 at (336) 246-2400 if you plan on attending. Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department will hold a spe­ cial public information meeting at 6038 Joines Road, Creston N.C. (The Department) The purpose of the meeting is to seek comments from the pub­ lic and discuss the purchase of a 2008 Pumper/Tanker Fire Apparatus. Ongoing Events Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteerFire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March. Beginning January 6, at 7 p.m. The County Roads Mobile Pharmacy is still serving Ashe County! All prescriptions are now being filled in Boone, at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition (located at the old health department building off Bamboo Road). Medication pick up days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Clients can call in their prescription refills at 828-262162, or doctors can fax new prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Recreation is Parks and considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is .in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program Chelsea Eller DARE grad receives award Mountain View Elementary School sixth graders partici­ pated in a DARE graduation on Dec. 20, 2006. Each student was pre­ sented a certificate and was congratulated by Principal Kim Barnes, Superintendent Donnie Johnson, Sheriff James Williams and DARE Officer Sgt. Dennis Anders. DARE grads were also presented an athletic bag from Sheriff Williams, a "big pen" award and DARE circle pendant from Sgt. Anders, and DARE tee shirt from Bojangles. Chelsea Eller was present­ ed the Darrin the DARE Lion award along with a $100 sav­ ings bond from AF Bank, pre­ sented by Chris Hill. Appreciation is extended to all the sponsors and to the teachers at Mountain View. Wednesday, January 31 11 a.m.: ACT Against Cancer Annual Planning Meeting at Ashe Family Central in the large Conference Room. Call 846-0781 2 p.m.: New River State Park 221 Access. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music with local musicians as they play traditional, Old Time and Bluegrass. All musicians are welcome, so bring your instru­ ment and join in, or bring a chair and enjoy the entertain­ ment. Participants will meet at the Community Building from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All programs are free and open to the public. 7 p.m.: Session V of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes continues through January 16th at Ashe Memorial Hospital. 2007 series begins February 6th. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Monday, February 5 6:30 p.m.:The Pond Mountain 767 Fred Pugh Road Crumpler, NC 982-4060 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 10 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-01-16 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/8592b2e1cd50e3793b05b75c0cce2636.pdf 5b579ad668125151439569c9ec983b0c PDF Text Text • Farewell to a racing legend Friday page 1B January 19,2007 • Industrial Volleyball League 500 page 1B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com • Latest MVAC results Wind mill furor Smiths sale may speed local growth by Jim Thompson Editor by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor In Ashe County, one can watch the changing of the sea­ sons by gazing at the moun­ tains. The green of spring starts at the bottom and progresses up the mountain as summer approaches. The process is just the opposite in the fall as the colors begin changing at the top and wash downwards, color blazing and then disappearing as the leaves fall. Snow on the ridge tops sparkles brightly in the winter sun. It is a beautiful canvas locals love and visi­ tors travel here to see. Now imagine that view tempered with 300-foot wind turbines, their giant blades whirling slowly creating a strobe effect of light and shadow against the sun and blinking brightly in the night Volume 81, Issue 6 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Graphic by and courtesy of Walter Clark This graphic, created by Walter Clark, shows the size of proposed windmills compared to current towers on Phoenix Mountain. sky to warn aircraft. There is a constant rush of noise, compared by some who live near them to a storm coming across the mountains or a jet airplane taking off. Deer and other game are frightened away from the area. Birds are killed as they fly past the spinning blades. Property values decrease and tourists stop coming. That is the image some local residents are working to prevent in Ashe County. They want to stop the pro­ posed project by Dr. Richard Calhoun to build 260-345 foot wind turbines on the top of Big Springs Mountain. A group of concerned citi­ zens met Wednesday night at Frasers to discuss the upSee Wind, page 5A Company and local offi­ cials are optimistic about the impact of the sale of Smiths Aerospace to General Elec­ tric. "The West Jefferson facil­ ity is central to our future growth," said Smiths spokes­ person Jennifer Villareal on Wednesday. "We continue to hire at West Jefferson and currently have openings for engineers, machine operators and quality control profes­ sionals. "This is a growth position for Smiths Aerospace and GE Aviation. GE values the em­ ployees that will be joining them as part of this acquisi­ tion," Villareal said. "Smiths' expertise and knowledge will be key in the continuing growth of the business. We are ramping up in the pro­ duction on many of our pro­ grams. This is an acquisition of a complementary business and we are excited to become a part of the GE business." In an interview Thursday morning, County Manager Dan McMillan said his con­ versations with Smiths led him to believe the acquisition could spur growth of the com­ pany's West Jefferson plant. "From all indications, this will benefit not only Smiths and GE, but the county as well," McMillan said. "This is one of those opportunities in which the consumer is pur­ chasing the producer."Smiths is a major supplier of air­ plane parts to GE. "It is not the same situation as it was with Oldham and Black and Decker. There, a competitor purchased the competition." The result was that the new owner closed down the com­ petition, absorbing their prod­ uct line—and shutting down the West Jefferson plant. In this case, however, Mc­ Millan says company offi­ cials—with whom he has spo­ ken this week—believe the GE acquisition may actually spur growth here. "It should be beneficial to the county," he said. "It may well stimulate growth at the plant, and it may grow quick­ er than anticipated." For the county's part, "We have reassured Smiths that we will continue to help in every way possible produce a good workforce that will help grow this important busi­ ness." The announcement that Smith Group would sell the Aerospace component to GE came mid-day Monday, and caught local and state officials by surprise. With several days now behind them, response to the sale from all levels of gov­ ernment has been uniformly positive. GE Aviation, which is ac­ quiring Smiths, is a part of GE Infrastructure, one of the main businesses of GE, which is the world's second largest company. Company revenues exceeded $149 billion in 2005, according to GE's statements. Work begins on Farmers Market expansion construction of public restrooms that will be available The mild winter weather year round, and the Town of recently being experienced West Jefferson has agreed to in Ashe County has allowed maintain these restrooms. workers with Phipps Con­ Weather and other delays struction to get a start on ex­ last year affected the project pansion of the farmer's mar­ and led to an increased cost ket shelter in West Jefferson. when bids came in, leaving The concrete floor was poured the planners nearly $39,000 ee&lior this month and the short in funds. County com­ woo<c-n»^':ucture is underway missioners agreed last Octo­ along with the roof. Plans are ber to provide the $28,000 re­ quested of them, and the West to have the building finished in time for the spring season. Jefferson Board of Aldermen The farmers market has in November approved fund­ grown to encompass about ing the $10,000 remainder 206 certified vendors and needed to complete the proj­ additional space is needed ect. for the Wednesday and espe­ The Tobacco Trust Fund cially the Saturday markets. grant of $100,138 in 2005 fell Vendors are placed on a first short after bids came in for come, first served basis and construction. The process be­ enlarging the shelter will al­ gan in October 2005 and was low more to be under roof. due to be completed by May In addition, the shelter will 2006. Due to delays, however, be equipped with segmented bids were not announced and doors for enclosure, allow­ submitted until last fall and ing the market to stay open construction costs had risen later in the year for holiday dramatically. The grant has events. been extended to August The farmers' market ex­ 2007, and work was finally pansion project also includes able to begin on the project. by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Post photo by Jim Thompson Workers from Phipps Construction took advantage of last week's mild weather to make considerable progress on the Farmers Market expansion. The Ashe County Farm­ ers Market offers a place for local residents to sell items homegrown or handmade in the county. Visitors come from around the region to buy fresh, homegrown pro­ duce, homemade jams, jellies, breads and sweets, handmade crafts and the lovely greenery that adds so much to the holi­ day season. Expectations aivChat the farmer's market vendors will benefit as well from the com­ mercial kitchen under con­ struction at Family Central. Restrictions on the selling of homemade foods has meant that those without a com­ mercial kitchen were unable to make items for public sale. The commercial kitchen is also expected to be completed this spring. For more information about the Ashe County Farm­ er's Market, call the Coopera­ tive Extension Service at 2192650. For information about the commercial kitchen, call Family Central Director Car­ ol Coulter at 982-4588. Make an original Valentine for your loved one by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Give your friends and loved ones an original handmade Valentine created by you dur­ ing a special open house at White Hart Woods in West Jefferson. On Saturday, Feb. 3, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., White Hart Woods (located on Mount Jefferson State Park Road be­ hind Lowe's Foods) will host an open house to showcase the facility and its offerings. There will be refreshments and outdoor fires with free admission and tours of the facility. Adults and children alike are invited to stop by and make Valentines in the Anna Building with free supplies for artistic creation plus cre­ ate gift baskets with avail­ able items from the reception area including T-shirts, mugs, notebooks and notecards, Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jefTer8onpost.com classified@jefTersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com small prints and images of White Hart Woods, all natu­ ral scents and oils, and gour­ met chocolates. "This is rediscovering the art of making your own Val­ entine," said Raney Rogers, local artist and instructor at White Hart Woods. "The imagination is the only limi­ tation, and here at White Hart Woods, the imagination reigns supreme. It will be a lot of fun for all ages." Visitors to White Hart Woods can also learn of the many programs and classes available during the winter and early spring. Wednesday night art classes are happen­ ing now for all levels, meeting 6-9 p.m. in the Anna Building. Yoga is ongoing in the Charlie Building on Tuesday evenings and Thursday mornings. Upcoming classes include: Painting Nature on Jan. 19, Water Media on Feb. 16, Post photo by Linda Burchette Liz Rogers, left, is a licensed massage therapist, and her mother, Raney Rogers is a well-known artist and owner of Acorn Gallery. They are part of the staff of White Hart Woods in West Jefferson and welcome everyone to a Valentine open house on Feb. 3. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,015 U.S. service people killed (as of 1/17) 22,951 U.S. service people wounded (as of 1/17) Painting Abstraction in Na­ ture on March 1, Painting Glass on March 29, Tile Mak­ ing on March 31, and Collage on April 14. Classes range from two to four sessions. Every class includes break­ fast, lunch or snacks made by Jacky Brown of the Acciden­ tal Baker. Space is available for cor­ porate meetings. Workshops are planned in Thai massage, dance, dream, healing and energy. An African drumming and dance workshop will be held in April at Ashe Civic Center by the African Ameri­ can Dance Ensemble, and a garden design class taught by landscaping expert Ken Rog­ ers is planned for April. Classes and workshops for children are being planned for spring and summer. More details on this will be avail­ able. In March, there will be a Relay for Life meeting planned Planning to participate in Relay for Life 2007 doesn't start the week of the event. It starts now. History has proven that teams that are active months before the event raise more money toward a successful event. Relay for Life organizers have planned a train­ ing for those who are interested in forming a team for Relay for Life 2007. It is also a time for "sea­ soned" team captains to be refreshed on the mis­ sion and history of the American Cancer Society, DVD showing of "An Incon­ venient Truth," A1 Gore's film about the environment, along with a discussion. Free and informal discussions on other subjects are invited. White Hart Woods also of­ fers an original line of scents and oils to nurture the spirit, created by licensed massage therapist Liz Rogers. Her healing hands and bright spirit create a safe healing realm promoting tranquility and releasing pain. Liz is available to White Hart Woods guests of all ages by appointment offering Swedish massage, hot stone integration, shiatsu, aroma­ therapy and reflexology. Her youngest client is two weeks old and her oldest is 98. "Mas­ sage is tailored to individual needs and designed to inte­ grate the mind, body and soul for the purpose of operating See Art, page 5A which will be presented by Lisa Bottomley, new regional community manager. Mary Jo Black has planned a short presentation regarding the up­ coming Womanless Beauty Pageant. Edie Miller will be sharing ideas for pre-event and on-site fund raising. Bring a friend and join in on Tuesday, Jan. 23 at 6 p.m. at Winner's Circle in Jefferson. No RSVP necessary to attend this training ses­ sion. For questions, please contact Co-Chairs DeAnna S. Lewis at 828-964-3930 or Amy Dollar at 336877-3949. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS Ellis and Osborne exchange vows Stroud and Davis engaged Jessica Dawn Stroud, daughter of John and Doris Stroud of Clemmons, North Carolina, and Marshall Arle Sandra Elaine Ellis and Nathan Paul Osborne exchanged wedding vows on Sunday, December 10, 2006 at Warrensville Baptist Church in Warrensville, North Carolina. The bride is the daughter of Charlie and Teresa Ellis of West Jefferson. The groom is the son of Mary Miller of West Jefferson, and Jim Osborne of Crumpler. Reverend Jeff Nave offici­ ated the ceremony. The music selections were Shania Twain; Forever and For Always, and Enrique Inglesias; Hero. The Matron of Honor was Brittany Dixon, of Glendale Springs. The Bridesmaids were Jess Miller, of Jefferson, and Pamela Roe, of West Jefferson. The Flower Girls were Lilly Wood, of Jefferson, and Danielle Roten of Wilkesboro. The Best Man was Jeff Riley, of West Jefferson. The Groomsmen were Jamie Wood, of Jefferson, and Nathan Ellis, of West Jefferson. The Ring Bearers were Trevor and Justin Riley, of West Jefferson. Crystal Poe of West Jefferson was the guest register attendant. Wendy Patrick served as the wed­ ding director. Jeff Mclead, of Warrensville was the pho­ tographer. Make-up and hair were done by Sheila Hartzog, of West Jefferson and Terry Blevins, of Jefferson. After the wedding the cou­ ple had a couple of quiet days at their home in Crumpler, where they reside. Special thanks go out to the servers, Penny Harless, Allison Hudler, and Donna Severt. We also want to thank "whoever" contributed in pay­ ing for usage of the church. Thank you all! Davis, son of Bill and Amber Quick of Berwick, Pa. and Terry Davis of Weatherly, Pa. would like to announce their Heather and Joey Burgess of Jefferson would like to announce the birth of their son, Brodie Thomas Burgess, on January 5, 2007. He was born at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed seven pounds and ten ounces. Dreama Taylor and Ricky Latham of Creston would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Tiffany Latham, on January 9,2007. She was born at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed four pounds and one ounce. Sharon Jaramillo and Jorge Escobar of West Jefferson would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Naomi Escobar Jaramillo on January 9, 2007. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital. She weighed seven pounds and thirteen ounces, and was 20.5 inches long. Her grandpar­ ents are Antonio Jaramillo and Demetrio Escobar. 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King St. • 828-265-2277 4 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS 2006 was big year for land conservation 2006 was a big year for land conservation in Western North Carolina according to the totals released today by Blue Ridge Forever, an initia­ tive of 13 land conservation organizations. In 2006, the conservation organizations worked with public partners, voluntary private landowners and mountain communities to safeguard approximately 11,100 acres of land in 64 lo­ cations, preserving water and air quality, wildlife habitat, scenic views, farmland and historic sites forever. "The Blue Ridge Moun­ tains are facing unprecedent­ ed pressure from population growth," said George Santucci, Executive Director of National Committee for the New River. "This creates an urgent need to protect the undeveloped land found in Western North Carolina. We need to increase our efforts now to safeguard the natural resources and the region's ag­ ricultural character." Developed land has in­ creased 77 percent in West­ ern North Carolina in the last two decades. The region's population continues to soar with three million more peo­ ple living in North Carolina than in 1970, and the moun­ tains are predicted to lose another 490,400 acres of for­ ests, farms, stream banks and wildlife habitats by 2022 — a size almost as large as the Great Smoky Mountains Na­ tional Park. Meanwhile, the sharp increase in property values in the last five years has escalated the need for funds to protect these prop­ erties. Land trusts are often faced with protecting land valued $10,000 to $20,000 an acre. "The stakes could not be higher, as North Carolina's number two economic engine - tourism - depends on the state's unspoiled naturally beauty" said Teresa Buckwaiter, Executive Director of High Country Conservancy. The Blue Ridge Parkway draws approximately 18 mil­ lion visitors from around the world to Western North Caro­ lina alone each year, contrib­ uting $2 billion a year to the regional economy. "Over the past 15 years, I have watched the concept of protection of farms through conservation easements be­ come widely accepted by the farm community," said James Coman, Executive Director of Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust. "The pressure on farmers, and landowners to convert land to other uses is greater than before, but we have far more tools and resources available to with which to protect land today. We all face a critical decade in which the landscape of North Carolina will be forever changed if we do not use the tools we have to protect it." Blue Ridge Forever part­ ners have a five-year goal of protecting 50,000 acres by 2010. Here are a few of the highlights from 2006: • The public can soon ac­ cess more lands for respite and recreation, as Blue Ridge Parkway, Mount Mitchell State Park, New River State Park, Dupont State Forest gained additional acreage. • The new Hickory Nut Gorge State Park is closer to fruition as partners protected 271 acres of globally signifi­ cant habitat to be added to the new park. They are also working to close transactions to add key properties in early 2007. • Clean water is safeguard­ ed as land trusts continued their history of protecting lands in the headwaters of the Catawba River, New Riv­ er and Little Tennessee, in­ cluding lands adjacent to the state-owned 4,500-acre Needmore tract, ensuring that the high quality waters of the Little Tennessee remain pris­ tine. • As part of the mosaic of 125,000 acres of scenic vistas in the Black Mountains, land trusts secured a 1,300-tract along the Cane River, pro­ tecting trout habitat and the viewshed of Mount Mitchell. • Land trusts worked with farmers across the region to protect 15 tracts of farmland, including a significant Na­ tive American settlement site near the Cowee Mound and a scenic and historic Valle Crucis family farm featured in state and regional publica­ tions. Across the state, North Carolina's 24 land trusts pro­ tected 24,473 acres in 186 places. "The varied landscapes protected this year represent well the magnificence of our region," said Margaret Newbold, Chair of the Blue Ridge Forever and Associate Direc­ tor of Conservation Trust for NC. "By combining the scope and abilities of the mountain land trusts as Blue Ridge For­ ever, we expect even greater successes in the upcoming years." Blue Ridge Forever is an initiative to raise public awareness and financial re­ sources to safeguard land in the Southern Blue Ridge for future generations. The ef­ fort gets a boost in 2007 with support from Janirve Foun­ dation, which recently award­ ed the Partnership $350,000, and Z Smith Reynolds, which awarded the group the sec­ ond half of a 2-year grant for $400,000. For more informa­ tion, see www.blueridgeforever.info, or find your local land trust at www.ctnc.org/ltmap. htm. Better storm warnings coming in fall NOAA's National Weather Service will introduce this fall storm-based warnings for tornadoes, severe thun­ derstorms, flash floods, and marine hazards that are more geographically spe­ cific for these short-duration weather events. Currently, such warnings are issued county wide. "Weather doesn't follow geopolitical boundaries," said retired Air Force Brig. Gen. David L. Johnson, director of NOAA's National Weather Service. "Storm-based warn­ ings provide the public with more specific information about the location of severe weather and the direction it is expected to move. Sec­ onds count during tornadoes and flash floods. We want to provide the public with the most accurate description of what's happening in their municating severe weather threats in this way is impera­ tive in today's digital world." The new warnings will take effect October 1, 2007. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra­ tion, an agency of the U.S. Commerce Department, is celebrating 200 years of sci­ ence and service to the na­ tion. From the establishment of the Survey of the Coast in 1807 by Thomas Jefferson to the formation of the Weather Bureau and the Bureau of Commercial Fisheries in the 1870s, much of America's sci­ neighborhood. We also want hancement in our service entific heritage is rooted in to avoid warning non-threat­ capability," said Johnson. NOAA. ened portions of the county." "Storm-based warnings will NOAA is dedicated to en­ When issuing a warning, drastically improve graphi­ hancing economic security the National Weather Ser­ cal displays and empower and national safety through vice will specify areas within the private sector to easily the prediction and research distribute the informatrqn of weather and climate-re­ a county. "This is a fundamental through Web-enabled PDAs, lated events and information change in our warning pro­ cell phone alerts, pagers, service delivery for transpor­ cedures and a major en-. and other technologies •« Com­ New DOT map RALEIGH — The N.C. De­ partment of Transportation's official 2007 State Transpor­ tation Map is now available. The theme of this year's map, "History Happens Here," cel­ ebrates many of North Caro­ lina's historic milestones. "This year's map focuses on the rich history that con­ tinues to define North Caro­ lina as an ideal place to live and visit," Transportation Secretary Lyndo Tippett said. "It also provides valuable in­ formation for our citizens and visitors to reference as they travel throughout the state." The map cover features images of history "old" and "new," including Tryon Pal­ ace in New Bern, the state's first capitol, and the Carolina Hurricanes celebrating their first National Hockey League Stanley Cup championship in tation, and by providing en­ vironmental stewardship of our nation's coastal and ma­ rine resources. Through the emerging Global Earth Ob­ servation System of Systems (GEOSS), NOAA is working with its federal partners, more than 60 countries and the European Commission to develop a global monitoring network that is as integrated as the planet it observes, pre­ dicts and protects. I can't PREDICT THE FUTURE. But I promise I'll help you prepare for it. Let me help you get the best coverage to fit your needs. Don't just think you're covered. Know you're covered. 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EMB1-OS-1525 �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Windmill controversy Let us be clear from the outset: the Jefferson Post strongly supports alterna­ tive energy. Any reasonable power source, which does not add to the present bur­ den of pollution, and which helps wean us from our dangerous dependence on Middle Eastern oil, should receive the support of every American. Further, let us make clear that the Jefferson Post supports appropriate use of wind energy. The possibility of a home or business using one or two windmills and generating enough power to be self-sufficient is exciting, and offers many opportuni­ ties in the energy field. Having said those things, we now must say we have considerable reser­ vations about the windmill farm planned for the top of Big Springs Mountain in Creston. Some of these may be cleared up in the future, while others will likely remain. These con­ cerns include: •Noise levels: How far away will these windmills be heard when going full speed? This is an important question, as no home owner wishes to have a buzz, roar or other sound as a perma­ nent addition to their lives. •Impact on our coop­ erative: What impact will this farm have on Blue Ridge Electric? Wind ener­ gy is an excellent power source—when the wind is blowing. That means it can supplement existing gen­ eration facilities, but can­ not replace them. As Blue Ridge Electric is expected to buy the generated power, what impact will that have on its relationship with Duke Power and other sup­ pliers? •The Ridge Law: The language of the Ridge Law is clear to our mind. It exempts traditional, small windmills. But the view of the N.C. Attorney General's office appears to be that large windmills are not exempt. The legislature needs to make this point clear, one way or another. •Viewshed: Supporters of this project say the rel­ atively narrow windmills will have little long-range impact on views—views that are important to our tourism industry. But the windmills must have flash­ ing lights to protect air traf­ fic. What will their impact be? These are just some of the questions, and we expect more to be raised before the Jan. 25 Utility Commission hearing. Until there are more definite answers, the Jefferson Post will look with considerable skepticism on this project. tefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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PAGE 4A FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 Taxation To the Editor: Let me take a moment to play Devil's advocate with the editorial "Should we take a look South?" The position taken by the author assumes several positions that are not entirely correct. Let's take a quick look. First all property in the county is not valued equally. For instance an acre of land in a high development area would generally be valued greater than one in a less developed area of the county. In many cases (note I didn't say every case) newcomers will be taxed more because their property is in these higher valued areas. Secondly many retirees would be harmed by such a taxation policy. For instance a couple retires after all their children are raised because they no longer need and cannot keep up that 4 bedroom house on 3 acres. They sell, or give it to their children, and downsize to a 3 bedroom house on V6 acre with less upkeep. They could end up paying more tax on the lower valued home simply be­ cause they or their grandpar­ ents didn't own it 50 years ago and because they can no longer keep up the larger acreage. Thirdly, land reevaluation every eight years creates shock. With an annual rate of inflation of only 5 percent one should ex­ pect to see their property value increase by 47.75 percent over that period, given no factors outside of the inflation rate. This creates a huge shock to the property owner who sees his property value rise from $200,000 to $295,500 simply because of inflation. What if we could increase values 5 per­ cent each year? In year one the same property owner would see his value go from $200,000 to $210,000, a much less shocking increase than the $95,500 he saw after 8 years. Then every 8 years the land's value could be adjusted to its actual value. This system would allow the property owner to adjust to the1 changes in values as they occur, not in one huge lump sum over the greater part of a decade. A fourth problem: the tax system proposed in the article is inherently unfair. It assumes that one who's great grandfa­ ther owned the land he lives on has contributed to the county more than one who has lived here ten years, and thus should pay less tax. If this assumption is true should we not alter our electoral system to allow more votes for those whose families have been here longer? For in­ stance if you are a first genera­ tion resident you get 1 vote in county elections. If you are a 2nd generation resident you get 2 votes, a third generation resident would get 3 votes etc. If this system is not fair in elections, how is it fair in taxa­ tion? Finally, property values are not the basis of the amount of tax dollars one pays. The true basis of tax dollars assessed is the tax rate set by the commis­ sioners. As citizens we should insist on revenue neutral tax rates, or at least rate increases cooresponding to the rate of in­ flation. After the last reevalua­ tion we allowed our tax rates to be set above the revenue neu­ tral figure. While the increased property values were shocking, the tax increase above the rev­ enue neutral figure, not the increased property values, was unacceptable. As taxpayers we must hold our elected officials responsible for their actions while in office. Far too often we have not done that. There are other reasons not to adopt the tax system proposed by the author of the editorial. Sometimes there are reasons why we don't do it like they do it in Florida. Adam Lawler West Jefferson Windmill controversy To the Editor: Speaking for the county's Farmland Preservation Com­ mittee, Extension Agent Charles Young told the board of commissioners last September that the amount of wind needed to generate power from a wind farm would be found only on the county's ridge tops. Young noted that only 2 to 3 percent of the county's land area would be effective for utility scale wind­ mills. What does this mean for Letters to the Editor the other 97 -98% of the coun­ ty's land? If all of the county's ridges are developed with 300 - 400 ft. wind turbines, every­ where you look in Ashe County, we will see nothing but moun­ tain-top power plants with flashing strobe lights instead of the unspoiled views and dark night skies our ancestors have cherished. While our valleys become a grid of power trans­ mission lines, we will hear the sound of the turbines silencing the noises of the mountains that have comforted us and our families for generations. Do you understand the im­ pact that utility scale wind projects could have on Ashe County? Have you seen how large these turbines are? Regarding some images I have found, take a loak at the following: http://www.wind-watch, org/pix/displayimage. php<?album=l&pos=37 www.wind-watch.org is a complete site about wind proj­ ects and their impacts. Proposed MD Windmill site simulation: http://www.stopillwind.org/lowerlevel. php?content=Simulation I think the stopillwind.org website as a whole is fair in its presentation. It doesn't dis­ count wind energy, it just high­ lights some realities faced by communities who have chosen large wind turbine projects. Congressman Frank Miller of Kansas also has been quoted as recommending that any com­ munity approach wind energy cautiously. Some images from TVA's Buffalo Mountain site from the air: http://www.tva.gov/news/ files/buffmtn/turbinesl.jpg This photo gives an idea about the scale of the towers from the ground: http://www.tva.gov/news/ files/buffmtn/event4.jpg People come to Ashe County (and they return) to see her un­ spoiled ridges and experience the culture of 'the lost prov­ inces' that has been preserved because of the county's natural environment. People will not come if the ridges are spoiled with 300 - 400 ft high wind tur­ bines. Utility scale (not small household systems) wind en­ ergy would be a bad decision for Ashe County. Non-residen­ tial or corporate funded wind projects are not very nice to the landscape, property values or tourism. There is no ques­ tion that this project would be bad for property values and the pristine ridge lines. Ashe Coun­ ty's long term economy will be drastically impacted. As Hugh Morton, a great defender of our mountains said about utility scale wind in the NC Mountains before he passed away, "once the camel's nose is under the tent, Katie bar the door." In other words, once the door is opened, the door can never be closed - be­ cause of the wind resources available in Ashe County, the county's highest, most scenic and awe inspiring mountain ridges will forever be altered and developed for 'power plant styled' energy purposes. Please do what you can to protect our county's ridges and residents from the devastating impacts of utility scale wind­ mill development. Johnny Burleson Lansing Response to recent ad To the Editor: Just before New Years, the Post published an ad by the West Jefferson Church of Christ that I felt included some questionable statements. First, it implied that other churches were wrong in not observing the same worship practices that the WJ Church of Christ observes, such as the use of musical instruments in worship services. The fact that the New Testament does not mention instruments does not mean that such use is wrong. My guess is that God is a music lover, especially when the mu­ sic is played to honor and glo­ rify him. There is a lot that the New Testament does not men­ tion. It left out the vast major­ ity of the life of Jesus Christ. That does not mean that there was anything wrong with that part of Jesus' life. The New Testament does not mention that worshipers drove their cars to church (for the early Christians, synagogue would be the more correct word.) Does that mean those WJ Church of Christ members, as well as all other churchgoers, err when they drive cars to church? The New Testament does not men­ tion tape or video recording of worship services. Is that also wrong? The ad goes on to quote Rev­ elation 22: 18-19, which warns against adding or taking away from the prophecy in Rev­ elation, or for that matter, any part of the word of God. Then it goes on to say that the New Testament did away with the Old Testament. Doesn't that statement pretty much amount to taking away the entire Old Testament? In an apparent contradiction, the ad ends by saying that "We must follow all the commandments of God to be able to have eternal salvation." Well, a very large part of those commandments is found in the Old Testament, including the Ten Commandments. Another problem with that statement is that it implies that Christians must earn salvation through works (obeying the command­ ments). I thought that Jesus died on the cross for the remis­ sion of all our sins, taking away the impossible burden of earn­ ing salvation. Salvation comes as a gift from God, requiring only repentance and accept­ ing Christ as Lord and Savior. Now, I understand that there are degrees of reward in the fu­ ture Kingdom of God on earth that depends on our works, but not salvation. If the New Testament does away with the Old Testament, why must Christians obey all the Commandments? Why does the New Testament quote the Old Testament at least 274 times? Why did Jesus quote the Old Testament if his death did away with it? Moreover, do not forget who the God of the Old Testament was, who the Bible says the Creator was. Review John 1: 1-5. By dying on the Cross, Jesus did away with everything He said in the Old Testament? Let us not forget that the Old Testament is full of proph­ ecy. Where can one find the most convincing proof of God and the truth (infallibility) of the Bible? How about the 100% accuracy of the Old Testament prophecies? A large number of those prophecies pertained to the coming Messiah. Where do we find proof that Jesus was that Messiah? In the 100% ful­ fillment of those prophecies! How about the accuracy of the End Times prophecies that are coming true before our very eyes today? If anyone wants to know what is going to hap­ pen in the future, study those prophecies. And when you dis­ cover that the United States is not included in those prophe­ cies, when many other nations specifically are, you might be­ gin to fear the fate of this na­ tion in the years to come. Too many Christians rely on others to tell them what the Bi­ ble says. Too few ever bother to really examine for themselves what it does say. Too many of them are told that it upholds the traditions of men instead of the Word of God. How many people know that Jesus was not born anywhere near Decem­ ber 25? Do you know where the December 25 date came from? Do you know that the Bible specifically condemns following the pagan traditions that are so much a part of the Christmas observance (that in­ cludes decorated "Christmas" trees.) Or that He did not die on "Good Friday" and that he was not resurrected on "Eas­ ter" Sunday (do you know who "Easter" was?) If he did, He is not the true Messiah, having failed to meet the sign he him­ self stated was the only sign that He was the true Messiah (Matthew 12:40). Why does practically every Christian de­ nomination in effect deny the divinity of Christ by observing the Friday to Sunday myth? If you really examine this issue, you will find that Jesus died on Wednesday evening and was resurrected on Saturday eve­ ning in 31 AD. There were two Sabbaths that week, the Pass­ over and the weekly Sabbath. How many people have been taught that? Christians, be careful what traditions of men you are taught to follow that contradict the Word of God. We live in dangerous times. Every Christian needs to know what the Bible actually does say. We may not have very much time left to find out. As my Bible professor says, prove all things. The Bible interprets itself. The alleged contradictions that some people point to are not contradictions at all. The Bible itself proves that, too. Mike Safrit Creston Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to j thorn pson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Services for Aging offers Medicare D information by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe residents just turn­ ing 65 this year or who have become eligible for low income subsidy for Medicare Part D, or who think their financial situation has changed to the point of eligibility for low in­ come subsidy can find out more by contacting Ashe Ser­ vices for Aging. Senior Center Director Louise Caudill and her staff of volunteers are available to help seniors with their insur­ ance questions and specifi­ cally with the Medicare Part D discount prescription drug program. They have the in­ formation seniors need about various plans and the differ­ ing options offered by each company, and they can help an individual choose the plan that is best for them. Caudill also cautions se­ niors when choosing a plan or malting changes to be fully aware of the coverage options. "If someone has approached you, or you are thinking about changing plans, if it concerns insurance, you may not be able to go to your regular doc­ tor," she said. "You can check with Ashe Services for Aging before making a decision, but you need an appointment. Medicaid recipients can make changes anytime of the month, but they still need an appointment to discuss those changes." ASA continues to help se­ niors with the Medicare Part D discount prescription drug program throughout the year. Residents approaching their 65th birthday can get informa­ tion about their eligibility for the program. Many of those helped by ASA, said Caudill, are those who have problems with their coverage plans. Information from the Se­ niors Health Insurance In­ formation Program (SHIIP) reports that 2007 resource limits for low income subsidy assistance are $7,620 (single) and $12,190 (married) for full subsidy and $11,710 (single) and $23,410 (married) for other low income subsidies. These amounts are up from 2006 when the resource limits were $6,000 (single) and $9,000 (married) for full subsidy and $10,000 (single) and $20,000 (married) for other low income subsidy. SHIIP notes that Medi­ care allows $1,500 per person if the beneficiary expects to use some of their resources for burial expenses and that amount is included in the re­ source limit for each level. The out-of-pocket thresh­ old for 2007 is $3,850 for Medicare beneficiaries eli­ gible for low income subsidy. For specific information on co-payments and out-of-pock­ et expenses per plan, consult with Caudill at ASA prior to choosing a plan or when changing plans. Call 2464347 for an appointment. Seniors and low income adults looking for free tax preparation assistance will be able to find help through ASA again this year, but the program is getting a delayed start due to changes in IRS requirements. Caudill said volunteers through the AARP Tax Aide program, including her hus­ band, Charles, are busy learning the new online prep­ aration process and will soon be qualified to offer their as­ sistance to seniors and low income adults. "We are not doing any pa­ per returns anymore," she said. "Because of our remote area we had to go to an online system. We hope to offer this assistance as soon as pos­ sible." Home damaged? RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner Jim Long offers the following suggestions to North Carolina residents facing property damage after today's winter weather. Anyone with insurance questions can call toll free in-state 1-800-546-5664. No. 1: Contact your insur­ ance company or agent and double check your policy cover­ age, for homeowners or auto. Whether you have tree dam­ age to your home or auto, or if you were one of the unlucky drivers to get into a crash,: check your policy for informa­ tion on what's covered. "Most homeowners and auto policies will cover damage caused by ice and snow," Long said, "but you should consider carefully whether the damage is bad enough to file a claim." No. 2: Estimate whether the damage to your home ex­ ceeds your deductible. Consider whether you want to pay for re­ pairs yourself or file a claim. A common worry after storms is that of being"dropped" by your homeowners insur­ ance company due to filing a claim. Homeowners insurance companies can choose not to renew your policy at their dis­ cretion, this can be a valid con­ cern. Commissioner Long urges citizens to file a claim only for catastrophic damage that far exceeds policy deductibles. While homeowners insurance companies cannot refuse to pay your claim as long as it is for a covered reason, they can decide not to renew your policy at the end of its term. If the losses only exceed your deductible by a little bit and you can afford to cover them yourself, consider doing so. If you do decide to make a homeowners claim — No. 3: Photograph all dam­ aged areas of your home or " property before making tem­ porary repairs. While you do want to protect your home from further damage, sufficient doc­ umentation is needed to pres­ ent to your insurance company later. No. 4: Keep receipts for any work done or materials pur­ chased. Again, these will be needed when making your in­ surance claim. No. 5: Wait to schedule per­ manent repairs until after reaching an agreement with your insurance company on the costs. No. 6: Exercise extreme cau­ tion when dealing with repairs and clean up. Be careful with power tools such as chainsaws, and use proper safety equip­ ment like safety glasses or helmets. Keep young children and other family members out of harm's way — be mindful of downed power lines, weakened trees and limbs that could fall, slippery areas and frozen ponds and lakes. "Preventing injuries makes the recovery process go smooth­ er, of course, but it also helps keep insurance costs down for everyone," Long added. "Make the safety of yourself and your loved ones the top priority." After a storm such as this one, many North Carolinians have concerns and questions about coverages. The following addresses many common con­ cerns. • Downed trees and limbs — Most policies cover damage to your home from fallen trees and limbs, as well as costs associated with remov­ ing the debris from the dam­ aged structure (house, fence, outbuilding). Most policies set a limit of $500 of reasonable ex­ penses for the removal of trees or limbs in certain circumstanc­ es. • Frozen water pipes — Most policies cover damage from frozen pipes if the home is occupied. • Spoiled food — Gener­ ally, policies cover food losses due to power failure only if the individual feeder line to you home is down, not in instances of widespread power failure. To ensure coverage in such a case, consider purchasing a food spoilage endorsement, which allows up to $500 in coverage with a $100 deductible. If you do not have this coverage, you may want to contact your agent immediately to purchase one to protect you in the future. • Water damage — If your roof is damaged from snow or ice, the policy should cover roof repairs. • Electronics and appli­ ances — Appliances damaged from a power surge usually are covered, although some elec­ tronic components may not be. • Injuries — Most ho­ meowners policies cover inju­ ries to others on your property under your liability or medical payments coverage. • Vehicle damage — Au­ tomobile policies should cover damages to your vehicle caused by fallen trees or limbs. Any damage caused by accidents will be handled just as any other non-weather related acci­ dent. Insurance companies will hold a driver at fault for single car accidents that occur as a re­ sult of weather conditions. Whatever your case, always refer back to your individual policy for clarification on these issues. Your agent should be able to answer your questions, and the Department of Insur­ ance Consumer Services Divi­ sion is available to offer further assistance by calling 1-800-5465664 or by visiting www.ncdoi. com. Yes You Can * FREE CHECKING WITH YOUR CHOICE OF FREE SPORT LUGGAGE West Jefferson 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road 246-9700 Northwestern Bank www. Nwestern Bank.com Member FDIC Wind continued from front page coming public hearing by NC Public Utilities Commission. Comments will be heard con­ cerning the proposed project at this hearing and another in Raleigh in February be­ fore the Utilities Commission members decide whether or not to approve the project. The hearing is scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 25 at Ashe County Courthouse begin­ ning at 7 p.m. Speakers can sign up at the door of the small courtroom. What the group of oppo­ nents to the project hopes to do is educate local residents about what this project could mean to the county. They watched a video of residents in Maryland and West Virgin­ ia talking about living under the shadow of similar wind turbines. Their comments re­ volved around the problems associated with the turbines, including noise and strobe lighting effects and their im­ pact on property values and tourism. They also said the promise of jobs and tax rev­ enue had not been realized. "It's not green energy,"said one woman."It's dollar, dollar, dollar." The Ashe residents gath­ ered to discuss the issue noted that wind energy is one of the most heavily federally subsi­ dized sources of energy. Sub­ sidies assist in start-up costs and accelerated depreciation along with job creation and production tax credit. Real estate agents in Ashe are becoming concerned be­ cause their motto of "loca­ tion, location, location" is becoming "not near the wind turbines" as potential clients learn of the pending project and either look to other areas or wait on the Utilities Com­ mission decision. That decision of whether or not to approve the Big Springs Mountain project may hinge on interpretation of North Carolina's 1983 "Ridge Law" established to protect the beauty of the mountains. The law prohibits structures over 40 feet tall on the ridge tops with the exception of com­ munication towers (such as an approximately 90-foot cell tower on Phoenix Mountain) and windmills, with the big question asked is, are those proposed by Calhoun consid­ ered "windmills"or "wind tur­ bines." Walter Clark, owner of the Swansie Shepherd blueberry farm and a member of the NC Legislative Global Climate Change Commission, said the project proposed by Calhoun should be considered as wind turbines rather than the tra­ ditional and smaller windmill as seen on farms such as that operated by Ron and Suzanne Joyner. The Joyners operate a windmill on their property of about 43 feet to produce en­ ergy for their home while the structures proposed by Cal­ houn are said in documents filed with the commission to potentially be 260 to 345 feet tall. These huge wind turbines are being battled in other areas, Clark said, includ­ ing Watauga County which passed an ordinance labeling wind turbines as high impact development. He said there is a rumor of 10 to 15 other sites in Ashe County with a wind classification potential for these turbines. Residents should be con­ cerned, the group noted, not only about the viewshed and impact on property values, but also potential condem­ nation of property for power lines and infrastructure to support the wind turbines and the power they would generate. To learn more about this proposed project, go to the NC Utilities Commission web site at www.ncnu.net and click on docket information and dock­ et search buttons for Docket # SP-167, Sub 1. To see similar projects in other areas, go on­ line to www.responsiblewind. org or www.stopillwind.org or the National Wind Watch at www.wind-watch.org. 2006 Google News Searches 1. paris hilton 2. orlando bloom 3. cancer 4. podcasting 5. hurricane katrina 6. bankruptcy 7. martina hingis 8. autism 9. 2006 nfl draft 10. celebrity big brother 2006 Source: www.google.com © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc World rights reserved SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM •Theatre One Mlk Hi Niglit at the Museum Theatre Two The Pursuit of Hauuvness PG13 IGIGIGIEIG Movie schedule for January 19 -25, 2007 IGISIGIC lEIGlGflElEIC Art IEIG1G1E1E1E1G1G1G1E1E tmmwmmiswasma* The family of Howard Dickson would like to take this opportunity to thank' each and everyone for their many acts of kindness during the last year. To the First Baptist Church and Dev. Ken Morris for all the visits, food and encouragement as well as the delicious meal provided for the family. To the Fletcher Memorial baptist Church for the Gideon bibles placed in his memory and the delicious meal for the continued from front page as a whole," Liz said of her technique. "I just want to help and heal people. I've been do­ ing massage since I was 11 years old."She is also licensed for canine massage. For more information or to register for classes and work­ shops at White Hart Woods, call 877-246-2615 or email whitehartwoods@earthlink. net. Learn more on the web­ site at www.whitehartwoods. com. family. To the badger Funeral Home for their kind and caring way of conducting the service and helping with the arrangements, but most importantly for all the many prayers that sustained Howard and the family during this difficult time. May God richly bless each of you. (Sincerely, The family of Howard N. 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The celebration will be­ gin on the evening of Jan. 30 with a keynote address by President Carter. The threeday program will feature speakers and presenters who will address these historic Baptist commitments and explore other opportunities to work together as Chris­ tian partners. Tentative themes for the four plenary sessions are: "Celebration of a New Bap­ tist Covenant," "Unity in Bringing Good News to the Poor," "Unity in Respecting Religious Diversity," "Unity in Seeking Peace with Jus­ tice," and "Unity in Welcom­ ing the Stranger and Heal­ ing the Broken-Hearted." Keynote speakers confirmed to date include President Carter, Bill Moyers and Mar­ ian Wright Edelman. In addition to the plenary sessions, the convocation will feature special-interest sessions dealing with top­ ics such as racism, religious liberty, poverty, the AIDS pandemic, faith in public policy, stewardship of the earth, evangelism, financial ATLANTA - Leaders of 40 Baptist organizations repre­ senting 20 million Baptists throughout North America convened at The Carter Cen­ ter today and announced plans for a Celebration of a New Baptist Covenant, ten­ tatively scheduled to be held at the Georgia World Con­ gress Center in Atlanta Jan. 30 - Feb. 1, 2008. Joining in the meeting were former U.S. Presidents and promi­ nent Baptists Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton. "This has been what may turn out to be one of the most historic events, at least in the history of Baptists in this country, and perhaps Chris­ tianity," Carter said. "We be­ lieve it will bear fruits." Plans for the historic cele­ bration, which is expected to draw more than 20,000 Bap­ tist participants, grew out of the North American Bap­ tist Covenant, a document that was signed by Baptist leaders following a meeting at The Carter Center last April. The covenant - endorsed by a racially, geographically and theologically diverse as­ sembly of Baptists - under­ scores the group's desire to speak and work together to create an authentic and gen­ uine prophetic Baptist voice in North America. It goes on to reaffirm traditional Bap­ tist values, including shar­ ing the gospel of Jesus Christ Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. call for 'new Baptist Photo courtesy of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Former President Jimmy Carter addresses the crowd at last week's gathering at the Carter Center in Atlanta- stewardship, and prophetic preaching. Additional program infor­ mation, including the names of other keynote and special interest session speakers, will be released as details are finalized later this year. "Today's meeting was an historic gathering of Baptists from the north and south, black, white and brown, theo­ logically conservative, mod­ erate and progressive," said Mercer University President William D. Underwood. "All are committed to traditional Baptist values and all com­ Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY • Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Can 6:00PM (Prayer A Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry: Van Ministry, Teen lime) "A Church focused - on faith, family >t the future" 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson . Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Comer of Faw-Roland & McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil. One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Baldmountainchurch.org Email: BaIdmountain@skjbest.com Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Church 877-/550 Parsonage 877-2042 Blue Ridge Worship Center Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Church of Christ at West Jefferson Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am & 6:00 pm 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South mitted to our obligations as Christians to address pover­ ty, health care, and religious liberty. I believe the convo­ cation in January 2008 will be an important first step in mobilizing 20 millions Bap­ tists to find a unified voice in addressing these critical is­ Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Assembly of God Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Bethany United Methodist Church 221 B'iniett St.. (Off Buck Mtn. Rotui) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11.00 a.m. Beaver Creek Christian Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Minister Creighton Beatty Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Cornerstone Fellowship Burnett St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Friendly Grove Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church Kdjefferson, NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Jefferson United Methodist Church 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday School -9:00 la.m. Sunday Worship Services - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Senices* 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service-11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. We invite you to join us for a Cod centered, family worshipping experience• , : Mount Jefferson 846-5616 Preacher's Residence 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Clumpier, NC Friendship Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh and lie blessed them" Luke24:50 Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or "Join us in worship to Christ" "Anil He led them as far as to Bethany..: Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear Presbyterian Church Sunday SDJRI.*30 A.M. Worship • 10:30 A.M. Lading the lost to Christ with Love Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community b 3 n , . Releasing others to continue on 846-7481 Sunf ? 'W* m ; Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. We have a nursery and children churches available Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville J. Pastor: Kevin Morgan Mf St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh 336-667-6092 Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass - Saturday Services: Bible School - 10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor We would love to have you come worship with us. North Beaver Baptist "Loves you and wants you Christ Centered Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Worship • 11:00 AM 5:00PM English & 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times to fellowship with us every Sunday!" 336-846-2429 194 and 88 VHur, Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Sendee 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting Parish of the Holy Communion (Episcopalian) St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 10:00 a.m. Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. onM. i rectory 7164 sues. There is power in unity. We Baptists can accomplish more together than any one of us can accomplish alone. I am greatly encouraged by the spirit and commitment of the Baptist leaders who gathered at The Carter Cen­ ter today." Big Flatts Baptist Church Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a. m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come as you are. you will be loveil" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Rev; J.F. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 South St.(just off East Main), Jefferson, NC (336)246-9642 Family Tune Fellowship - 9:30AM Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Warrensville United Methodist Church Smethport Independent Baptist Church Pastor James I Sechrest Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Hwy. 163 West Jefferson 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship - 11 :00AM Visitors become family Sunday Evening Worship - 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study-7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Welcome Home Baptist Church Office Phone: M6-982-94I0 • Rev. Lonnie Jones • Pastor Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van TYanspnrtation Available Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 DIRECTORY West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School covenant' Phone: 336-246-5292 - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship • 11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net BffiwUtouses of Worsh! To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. Pl^ta Jefferson -Hut 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm JP 336-962-9021 JEFFERSON POST 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonposl.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 WlDXIilt (!().VSTIir<!TIOX Commercial and Residential P() Box 972 • West Jefferson. NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper 'fj j Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 * Continental Frame Shop* * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth * * Member of the "We Cart Program" uiing Safety-Kleen Environmental Service * BURGESS & SON BODY SIIOP RIDA-B0C EXTERMINATING Termite & Pest Control 246-4222 Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete IJnt nf Building Supplies" Old Hwy. 221-S. Beaver Creek • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 I.YMM IIK -Ui-li'tlyKdAI ./IIW 828/ Compliments of 13560 Hwy. 221-S Fleetwood VANNOY & SONS Jefferson, NC CONSTRUCTION 336-246-7101 577-2025 Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection See us for all your Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 automotive needs /wvW. DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP 502 Jefferson Ave. 336-246-8806 — CHEVROLET BILL HARTCOXSTBrmOW Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling &Trackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 BLUERiDGE 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE Your Full Service Oil Company Call 846-9241 Ronnie Hopkins Auto Express ASHE COUNTY CHEESE Minor Repairs Tire Sales Kwlk Lube, Inc. ly Our Mountain Ctwddar Cheese * Or frtfl dime* Butler 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 zvTVtv.ashcmcmorial.org I|QML lOV/fJ electric n\en\berM\lp corp. West Jefferson 246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM -5:30 PM Serving Ashe County for over 20 Years H&W Oil Company 200 Hospital Ave. 739 US Hwy 221 Bus Mt. Jefferson Oil NC Inspections ATF Service Owner/Manager • David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 COMPANY The Jewel Shoppt 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 p 113 PPG Paints 3-M Products yU|p Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little HBSSFl Boone, NC 262-3700 CHURCH'S TIRE SERVICE Mountain Aire Seafood & SteakUouse •1<6-246-6795 "All Praise Be To Gnd For Our Success" Pollard Glass ^tlEtRi^ FUASERS Open for Lunch & Dinner Now Open for Sunday Lunch 336-246-5222 • Downtown WJ 108 S.Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson mama fan, & 1 !£££}£" Hwy 421* Boone, NC 828-264-9051 BUICK QMC __ cHevnoLFr www.mackbrownlne.com CZ^oidsmotwe K'jboho. flwme. Kubota., 9nc 211 Burkett Avenue West Jeffersony NC 336-846-4176 Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com Q nS-s We Build Your Home o/\lAn The Way You Want It CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center $mf mm "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings mmmammmmmmmmmmmsSBm homes www.classichomes Intersection US 22I & NC 163 • I620 NC I63-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 PAGE 7A AGRICULTURE Agriculture class offered at Family Central *% 'Planning for the Future of Your Farm' in Statesville and Dobson Planning for the Future of Your Farm is a three part series of two locations serv­ ing counties of the Yadkin River Valley. This workshop series will help you and your family build a process for important decisions regard­ ing the future of your farm business and estate, with top­ ics including: • Family Communication • Retirement and longterm care planning • Farm Estate Planning • Tax Planning for the use, sale or lease of your farm • Tips on Working with Professional Advisors. The classes will be held February 7, 14 and 21. The morning sessions are in Statesville from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with lunch provided at Iredell County Extension Center (704-873-0507) and the evening sessions are in Dobson from 5 to 9 p.m. with supper provided at Surry County Extension Center (336-401-8025). Cost is $10 per session or $25 for the series. Includes meals and materials. Special family price is $15 per session or $35 for the series. If you have any questions, please call the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Ashe County Center at (336) 2192650. Employment and program opportunities are offered to all people regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. North Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, all local gov­ ernments cooperating. Vegetable farmers and cutflower growers in the moun­ tain region face a shorter growing season than nearly all neighboring counties in North Carolina. Does this put the High Country at an inevi­ table disadvantage? Should aspiring vegetable growers all move to a lower elevation? Not at all - with the right mix of low-cost, season-extension techniques, area growers can stretch their production of a number of crops, and still reap the cool-summer ben­ efits of the region. Area farmers are invited to join Cooperative Extension for a High Tunnels & Season Extension Course to be held Thursday, Feb. 1 from 11 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. and Friday, Feb. 2, from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at Ashe Family Central in Jefferson. Nationally-renowned grow­ er Steve Moore will lead this course. He has recently joined North Carolina A&T State University as a Research and Extension Associate, but spent Upcoming agriculture events The NCA&T State University Mycology program is again operating its shiitake mushroom mycelium (aka spawn) distribution program. The purpose of this program is to encourage the growth of an NC-based mushroom production network. In order to receive shiitake spawn, growers must agree to cut 200 or more oak logs this season (between now and 3/15/07), and purchase the other mushroom inoculation supplies themselves, includ­ ing drills, bits, spawn plung­ ers, etc. Spawn for log inocu­ lation will be available from January 22 through March 31. All shiitake mushroom farmers, old and new, should contact their county agents as to their interest in partici­ pating in this year's program. Any farmer who has been in the program more than three years, has 500 logs or more in production, and has specific strains they are interested in should indicate so on their request. Due to problems with some people "planning" to cut 200 or more logs in seasons past, and falling far short of that, spawn will not be ordered for a grower until I have person­ ally seen their stash of logs. If you wish to order spawn through NCA&T this year, you must have at least 50% of your planned quantity of logs cut and ready by 2/15/07. For more details and to order spawn for Ashe, Watauga, and nearby coun­ ties, contact Richard Boylan at the Ashe County Extension Center via e-mail, or at (336) 219-2650. In conjunction with Ashe County farmer Nancy Hoffman, NC Cooperative Extension is planning a shiitake mushroom inocula­ tion workshop in Lansing on Saturday, March 10. Stay tuned for more details. A workshop on legal liabil­ ity, getting appropriate insur­ ance coverage and handling produce safely is Wednesday, Feb. 14, in Winston-Salem. It is targeted to agents and pro­ ducers. Please mark your cal­ endars and encourage your direct-to-market farmers to attend. Registration will begin at 10 a.m., and the program will start at 10:30. Lunch will be provided. The registration fe, which includes lunch and notebook for participants, is $15. A registration form is available on-line at NCSU's value-added website: www. cals.ncsu.edu/value-added Speakers are: Lynn Turner, NCSU - Good Agricultural Practices for Raw Food Handling; Shirley Outlaw, Farm Bureau - How to Make Sure You have the Right Insurance; and Ted Feitshans, NCSU - Protecting your farm from a liability lawsuit. For further information, contact: Annette Dunlap, Extension Associate, Value Added & Alternative Agriculture, annette_dunlap@ncsmedu Tim Hambrick, Extension Agent, Forsyth need to register for the course by calling the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Ashe County Center at (336) 2192650. The class will be lim­ ited to 15. In the event that more than 15 people wish to take this course, preference will be given to those who are already growing com­ mercially in Ashe & Watauga counties. In case of severe weather (heavy snow or ice) on Feb. 1, the course will be re-sched­ uled for Feb. 22-23. Employment and program opportunities are offered to all people regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. North Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, all local gov­ ernments cooperating. HEGAL CINEMAS Someone Special You Know Having a Birthday Soon? County Cooperative Extension, tim_hambrick@ ncsu.edu A Winter Vegetable Conference & Trade Show is planned Feb. 21 & 22 Show them you care ivith a at Crown Plaza Resort in Asheville. For information, JEFFERSON go online to http://www.ncagr. com/markets/commodit/horticul/tomatoes/ Call 846-7164 ASAP's 4th Annual ririr^<r*"re*Tafir^ Marketing Opportunities for Farmers Conference will be held on Saturday, Feb. 24 at Warren Wilson College in Swannanoa, NC. See more information about the confer­ ence and get a registration form at the conference web­ site at http://www.asapconnections.org/marketingconference.htm. Employment and program opportunities are offered to all people regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. North Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture, all local gov­ ernments cooperating. POST-IT Note THE QUEEN (PG-13) DK3 Fri. (420) 720 1020 Sal. 4 Sun. 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No Problem for the Loan Arranger! CALL OR COME BY TODAY AND SEE HOW HE CAN HELP YOU! Fast AND Confidential! Phone:(336)846-1778 yilWSj|^ Fax:(336)846-1779 334 South Main Street • Jefferson, INC On the 4-Lane across from Farm Buerau Insurance. www.mtjeffersonmotors.com Women's Health Clinic Welcomes Cathy Clark, FNP-C Cathy Clark, certified Family Nurse Practioner is now collaborating with Daniel Strickland, MD to provide primary care services to resident of the High Country. Hair Stylist WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND NOW SERVING JEFFERSON MOTORS •J MELBfl QRflY U Primary Care Service tor Men and Women: • Well Exams with Emphasis on Prevention • Evaluation and mangement of Acute and Chronic Illnesses has relocated, and invites all friends and customers to visit her at: MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-721-5113 Fri. (355) Sal. 4 Sun. 355 Credit Problems? Organic Certification class offered by the North Carolina Cooperative Extension North Carolina weed management, post- Registration fee must Cooperative Extension harvest handling, certifi­ be paid before you are presents a class for farm­ cation & record-keeping, actually enrolled in the ers wanting to begin or and marketing to whole­ class! Schedule: transition to Commercial- sale buyers. • Feb. 7 The class will meet Scale, Certified Introduction to Organics O r g a n i c P r o d u c t i o n on Wednesdays, from of Vegetable and Fruit 6-8 p.m. at the North &; Certification, and Carolina Cooperative Planning Your Organic Crops. This class is geared Extension, Ashe County Crops & Rotations • Feb. 14 - Soils & toward growers who are Center, First Floor Fertility in Organic already set-up for com­ Conference Room, dur­ mercial scale production ing the winter and early Systems • Feb. 21 - Insect (1-acre of ready-to-be-cer- spring of 2007. Management in Organic tified-organic field land or Participating grow­ more), and wish to enter ers will receive books Systems • Feb. 28 - Disease the expanding Certified on organic agriculture, Organic Market. Topics weed management, dis­ covered will include soils ease identification, and & fertility, disease identi­ organic pest control. fication & control, insect Cost: $50 - Class identification & control, limited to 15 growers. the last 20 years as a suc­ cessful independent farmer in the cold climate of central Pennsylvania. Early in his farming career, Moore was a successful greenhouse-toma­ to grower, but high heating bills and a concern for dwin­ dling fossil fuel supplies led him to reconsider. Over time, he developed more economi­ cal season-extension tech­ niques using unheated "High Tunnels," fabric row-covers, and similar low-impact tech­ niques. This season-exten­ sion course will focus on such methods. The cost for the course is $35, which includes lunch both days and a selection of books relevant to season extension. Couples, farmpartners, or others willing to share a set of books may reg­ ister jointly for $50 per couple. Registration fees can be paid at the door, however growers BELINDA'S HAIR DESIGN 113 North Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 Salon: 846-7047 Home: 246-2027 Cell: 977-6790 Haircuts - $10°° • Perms - $35'"' • Color - $3500 OPENING - JflN n. 2007 •Weight Loss »Smoking Cessation Men and Women Welcome Most Insurance Plans Accepted Call for Appointment 336-846-6500 405 South Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 (Across for Heritage Chevrolet) �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAINMfat-T Baroque Chamber Music at the Ashe Arts Center The Ashe County Arts Council will sponsor an eve­ ning of classical music at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, January 27. The chamber ensemble, Harmonia Baroque, will present the sound and style of music of the early composers in the intimate atmosphere of the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Cen­ ter. The ensemble is composed of Ashe County's own Michael Bell on harpsichord, and Appalachian State Univer­ sity School of Music faculty members Alicia Chapman on baroque oboe, Nancy Schneeloch-Bingham baroque flute, Priscilla Porterfield on viola da gamba. The ensemble performs on historical in­ struments that are distinct replicas of 18th century in­ struments for which Baroque music was written. Evoking the spirit of this elegant mu­ sic, Harmonia Baroque offers a unique experience for the audience. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Tick­ ets are available at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone with a credit card. The concert is funded, in part, by a Tour­ ing Presenting Series Sup­ port Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil. Please call 336-846-AJRTS or www.ashecountyarts.org for more information. Anthony Grooms opens spring visiting writers series at Appalachian The Hughlene Bostian Frank Visiting Writers Series at Appalachian State Uni­ versity begins its spring se­ mester programming Jan. 25 with a presentation by poet and fiction writer Anthony Grooms. Grooms' presentation be­ gins at 7:30 p.m. in Plemmons Student Union's Table Rock Room. Admission is free. Books will be available for sale and signing. Grooms also will read from his work and answer ques­ tions during a presentation Jan. 25 from 12:15 p.m.-l p.m. at Caldwell Community College's Watauga Campus. Grooms is a professor of creative writing at Kennesaw State University. He is the author of the poetry collec­ tion "Ice Poems," the story collection "Trouble No More" and the novel "Bombingham," which takes place in 1963 during the height of the Civil Rights tumult in Alabama. Grooms told writer Ishmael Read in an interview for the Village Voice that blacks gave the nickname to the town because of the frequency of bombings that were occur­ ring there. "The Birmingham Klan was too sophisticated to toss a rope over a tree limb," Grooms said. Read said that the novel was so well written that "it could be used as a textbook in writing classes. It's a perfect traditional novel. There are characters whom you feel for. The scenes are so vivid that they could be staged without any adaptation. The char­ acters' speeches tell you as much about the characters as the excellent descriptions." A reviewer for MELUS, a critical journal of multi eth­ nic literature, wrote that in "Trouble No More" Grooms demonstrates "the insider's profound knowledge of the history and struggles of Af­ rican Americans, while con­ sistently managing to cir­ cumscribe his breadth of understanding with a tender story-telling art." Grooms' stories and poems also have been published in Callaloo, African American Review, Crab Orchard Review, George Washington Review, and other literary journals. Grooms is the recipient of the Lillian Smith Prize for Fiction, the Sokolov Scholar­ ship from the Breadloaf Writ­ ing Conference, the Lamar lectureship from Wesleyan College, and an Arts Admin­ istration Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts. Other programs presented spring semester are: Playwright June Guralnick, March 1 Poets Vona Groarke and Conor O'Callaghan, March 8 Creative nonfiction writer Lee Gutkind, March 22 Poet Diane Gilliam Fisher, April 19 The spring 2007 Visiting Writers Series is supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, with funding from the State of North Carolina and the National Endowment for the Arts, which believes that a great nation deserves great art. The series is also sup­ ported by the Appalachian State University Foundation; Appalachian's Offices of Aca­ demic Affairs, Multicultural Student Development, and Cultural Affairs; the College of Arts and Sciences, the De­ partment of English, The Summer Reading Program, the University Bookstore, The Appalachian Journal, and The Richard T. Barker Friends of the University Li­ brary. Business sponsors are The Gideon Ridge Inn and The Red Onion Restaurant. Community sponsors include John and Marjorie Idol and The High Country Writers. The Visiting Writers Se­ ries is named in honor of Hughlene Bostian Frank, class of 1968, a member of the university's Board of Trustees and generous supporter of the university. For more information on Appalachian's Visiting Writ­ ers Series or Creative Writing Program, call (828) 262-2337 or visit www.visitingwriters. appstate.edu. msmmm m$m m MMIMimWWMMBm Ashe County Little Theatre holds auditions for the upcoming 'Catfish Moon' Ashe County Little The­ atre will hold auditions for their spring performance of Laddy Sartin's Catfish Moon at 6:30 on January 29 at the Ashe Civic Center. Directed by Jeff Dreyer, this Southern comedy will run from March 29 through April 1. Catfish Moon is a comedy drama set on the old fishing pier at Cypress Lake. Three old friends, Curley, Gordon and Frog reunite to relive their past and to re­ connect as friends. Betty is the woman who played a pivotal role in their past and who could influence their future. The pier was a favorite hangout for the three men when they were growing up. From skinny dipping to skipping school to learning about kissing girls, the pier holds a special place in their hearts. Time has passed, and they find themselves facing middle age, older, wiser, and in some cases bitter about time lost; the three friends reunite for one last night of fishing. Their friendship is threatened when Frog discovers that Gordon is dating his ex-wife, Betty. Faced by the painful re­ turn of reality, the four must decide how important their friendship really is.The Char­ lotte Observer said of Catfish Moon, "...full of the most bo­ dacious joviality...the ending is pure delight, comic writing as sweet as it comes." This comedy will touch the heart while it also offers comedic entertainment. Three men's and one woman's parts are available. Scripts will be provided at audition; those auditioning will not need a prepared scene, but will read from the script. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. Ltjra MahSffe^ will be 40!' Christian poetry contest announced A $1,000 grand prize is be­ ing offered in a special poetry contest sponsored by Chris­ tian Poets Guild, free to ev­ eryone. There are 50 prizes in all, totalling $5,000. To enter, send one poem of 21 lines or less to Free Poetry Contest, 1638 Dogwood Ln. Ackworth Ga. 30102-1820. Or enter online at www.freecontest.com. The deadline for en­ tering is February 14, 2007. January 22m' Poems may be written on any subject, using any style. "A typical poem," says Contest Director Cecillia Gica, "might be a love poem, or a nature poem, one that inspires the reader." Be sure your name and address appears on the page with your poem. If you wish a winner's list please enclose a return envelope. Send that Special Someone a O Cupid's Love Note (Sweetheart, (Spouse, Parents, Children, Grandparents, (Special Friend or Petl What better way to show your love than in print! Up to 20 words will be printed at no charge! 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Mashed Potatoes, Buttered Broccoli, Biscuit, Pears, Milk Tuesday: Sloppy Joes on Bun, Baked Potato Logs, Cole Slaw, Cherry Cobbler, Milk Wednesday: Pizza, Tossed Salad, Corn, Fruit Cup, Milk Thursday: Chicken Fillet on Bun, Lettuce and Tomato, Corn, Apple, Cookie, Milk Friday: Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce, Tossed Salad, Roll, Pineapple Tidbits, Milk 5:30 p.m.: "Are You Tough Enough -100 Man Campaign" Monday: Breaded Chicken, Friday, January 19 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. 7 p.m.: Gospel Bands 'Amantha Mill' and 'Heritage' in concert at the Ashe County Library. Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 846-2041 for more information. Saturday, January 20 7 a.m.: Special Siblings Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Designed to help prepare young children for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734. I p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike: Meet at Mount Jefferson picnic shelter. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecological interconnec­ tions and energy exchangers that make life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a vari­ ety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Wear stur­ dy shoes. Sunday, January 21 II a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Why Would a Loving God Allow Suffering?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (for­ mer home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our wor­ ship services are at 11 a.m. on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 12:30 p.m.: The American Red Cross will have a Blood Mobile at New River Volunteer Fire Dept. from 12:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. For an appointment call 982-3171. Walk-ins welcome. All blood types are in great need. 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology: Meet at picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic moun­ tain? What is Amphibolite any­ way? Meet a ranger for a 1.3mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. Monday, January 22 5:30 p.m.: WCC offers Real Estate in Ashe County. A 75 hour real estate course designed to prepare persons for the N.C. Provisional Broker's Exam has een scheduled at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College. The class will meet Monday evenings at 5:30 p.m. Registration will be on the first scheduled class meeting, January 22, at 5:30 p.m. For furthere information, intrested persons may call Celia Robinson at 846-3900 or the instructor, Phil Lewis, at 246-7455. Tuesday, January 23 10 a.m.: Open house at Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, 111 N. Main St., Jefferson, in cel­ ebration of Sanctity of Life10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. APCC promotes the sanctity and preservation of the life of the unborn by Sharing the love and gospel Df Jesus Christ and promoting - Meeting will focus on depres­ sion in men. At Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson. 846-0781 6 p.m.: Relay for Life nizers have planned a ing for those who are ested in forming a for the 2007 event. orga­ train­ inter­ team Lisa Bottomley, new regional com­ munity manager, will present the mission and history of the American Cancer Society. Mary Jo Black has planned a short presentation about the upcoming Womanless Beauty Pageant. Edie Miller will be sharing ideas for pre-event and on-site fund raising. Bring a friend and join the group at Winner's Circle in Jefferson. For questions, please contact Co-Chairs DeAnna S. Lewis at 828-964-3930 or Amy Dollar at 336-877-3949. 7 p.m.: The Ashe Democratic Party will have their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain Barbecue 8 p.m. Scott Kallestad, a saxophonist and assistant professor at Appalachian State University, will present a recital in Broyhill Music Center's Rosen Concert Hall. His performance will feature soprano and alto saxophones. Pianist Susan Slingland will provide accompaniment. The program features Denis Bedard's "Fantaisie," Karel Husa's "Elegie et Roundeau," Warren Benson's "Aeolian Song," Robert Mucznski's "Sonata, Op. 29," Ryo Noda's "Improvisation I" and Rodney Rogers' "Lessons of the Sky." Wednesday, January 24 10 a.m.: Open house at Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, 111 N. Main St., Jefferson, in cel­ ebration of Sanctity of Life 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. APCC promotes the sanctity and preservation of the life of the unborn by sharing the love and gospel of Jesus Christ and promoting a Christian lifestyle. For more information, please call 8464100. 7 p.m.: Midway Baptist Church (Next to Wal*Mart) welcomes Bob Shields, who will be speaking on missiions in Moldova. Pasture Steve LeaShomb and the congrega­ tion invite you to attend.-= Thursday, January 25 Blowing Rock Winterfest, Jan. 25-28: One of the South East's top 20 January events, according to the SouthEast Tourism Society. The four-day celebration includes: hayrides, bonfires, an ice-carving com­ petition and a Polar Plunge in Chetola Lake, plus winterthemed shows at the new Hayes Performing Arts Center. 10 a.m.: Open house at Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, 111 N. Main St., Jefferson, in cel­ ebration of Sanctity of Life 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Refreshments will be served. APCC promotes the sanctity and preservation of the life of the unborn by sharing the love and gospel of Jesus Christ and promoting a Christian lifestyle. For more information, please call 8464100. 7 p.m.: The New River Area Board of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities & Substance Abuse will hold its Now is the time to being plan­ ning to improve your financial situation. Everyone is welcome to attend. For reservations call 877-4480. Seminar is from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. 1 p.m.: Avon Walk for Breast Cancer "Great Start Party" in Charlotte N.C. Help save lives! Individuals and teams can register to walk or crew for the event, meet other par­ ticipants, and learn about the impact of past funds raised and much much more.lt is an annual noncompetitive event wich offers men and women a choice of walking a marathon (26.2 miles) or a marathon and a half (39.3 miles) over the October 20-21 weekend to raise money and awareness to fight breast cancer. For more info call 800-510-WALK or visit www.avonwalk.org 7:30 Harmonia Baroque Ashe Arts Center Chamber ensem­ ble from Appalachian State University. $8 adults, $5 stu­ dents Sunday, January 28 11 a.m.: Mt Olive Baptist Church announces that "Faith Trio" will be singing at the 11 a.m. service. Pastor Rev. Clayborn Roten and the congeration invites you to attend. 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Is Christianity 'Right' and All Other Religions 'Wrong'?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship servic­ es are at 11 a.m. on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 2 p.m.: Celebrate Southern Appalachian Music with local musicians as they play tradi­ tional, old-time and Bluegrass at the community building of New River State Park. That's at the New River State Park (221 Access) from 2 to 4 p.m. All musicians (and music-lov­ ers) are encouraged to attend this free event! Monday, January 29 9 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering the 6 hour mandated "DMV Independent Dealer's License Renewal" course. The course will be offered from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on the Wilkes campus of Wilkes Community College. Pre-registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 8386166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. 6:30 p.m.:Ashe County Little Theatre will hold audi­ tions for their spring per­ formance of Laddy Sartin's Catfish Moon at the Ashe Civic Center. Directed by Jeff Dreyer, this Southern comedy will run from March 29 through April 1. Catfish Moon is a comedy drama set on the old fishing pier at Cypress Lake. Three old friends, Curley, Gordon and Frog reunite to relive their past and to reconnect as friends. Betty is the woman who played a pivotal role in their past and who could influence their future. Three men's and one woman's parts are available. Scripts will be provided at audition; those auditioning will not need a pre­ pared scene, but will read from the script. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846ARTS. Tuesday, January 30 5:30 p.m.: Application Student Aid) County High FAFSA (Free for Federal night at Ashe School in the upstairs computer lab. Please come in the front entrance of the school. College represen­ tatives will be there to assist in completing the FAFSA form on-line. Bring a copy of your tax forms and your child's tax forms, if they file. Please call Tara Miller by January 25 at (336) 246-2400 if you plan on attending. Wednesday, January 31 11 a.m.: ACT Against Cancer Annual Planning Meeting at Ashe Family Central in the large Conference Room. Call 846-0781 2 p.m.: New River State Park 221 Access. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music with local musicians as they play traditional, Old Time and Bluegrass. All musicians are welcome, so bring your instru­ ment and join in, or bring a chair and enjoy the entertain­ ment. Participants will meet at the Community Building from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All programs are free and open to the public. 7 p.m.: Session V of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes continues through January 16th at Ashe Memorial Hospital. 2007 series begins February 6th. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Monday, February 5 6:30 p.m.:The Pond Mountain Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department will hold a spe­ cial public information meeting at 6038 Joines Road, Creston N.C. (The Department) The purpose of the meeting is to seek comments from the pub­ lic and discuss the purchase of a 2008 Pumper/Tanker Fire Apparatus. Saturday, February 10 6:30 p.m.: The Riverview Community Center will once again host the annual Valentine Dinner/Dance. The center is located at 11719 NC Hwy 88 West, Creston. A roast beef dinner will be served and there will be a variety of enter­ tainment for your dancing and listening pleasure. Tickets are on sale for $15 each. Call the Center at 385-9812 or Margaret Allen at 385-4342 Ongoing Events Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fundraising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Sign up is under way for the 21st Annual Ashe County Cherckers Classic. Church: Women's Study "Women of Bible Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program The County Roads Mobile or know someone who does; Pharmacy is still serving Ashe contact 246-2013. County! All prescriptions are Prenatal Education for Latino now being filled in Boone, at Families at Ashe County the Boone Hunger and Health Health Dept. Classes are held Coalition (located at the old from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet health department building off monthly through December. For Bamboo Road). Medication More information, call Isabel pick up days are Tuesdays and Spencer at 246-9449 Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women p.m. Clients can call in their undergoing cancer treatment. prescription refills at 828-262- Free information, a make­ 162, or doctors can fax new up kit, and skin care will be prescriptions to 828-262-0154. provided. To find out more, call Please feel free to refer new 846-0781. clients. They will need to fill The Ashe County Worship out an application and bring Center will be temporarily proof of income along with any meeting at the Ashe County prescriptions. Thanks to each Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at of you for all you do! The tournament is played at the Deluxe Barber Shop in West Jefferson during February and is sponsored by Miller Insurance and Deluxe Barber Shop. All serious checkers players come by or call 8465471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteerFire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March. Beginning January 6, at 7 p.m. Bald Mountain Baptist continued on page 10A GREAT SAVINGS. GREAT SAFETY. IT'S WHAT MAKES A SUBARU, A 5UBARU. Outback with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, with its Inherent stability, maintains composure over virtually any road surface. __ . ••••• 5-Star Highest Government Crash Test Ratings4 ••••• 5-Star Highest Government Crash Test Ratines' N* •utback Customer Rebate or Special Finance Rates regular meeting at the Dan'l Boone Inn in Boone. 2007 Forester up to $1,5QO Customer Rebate or Special Finance Rates Friday January 26 7 p.m.: Bill Rice Ministries, Inc. presents "Becoming Better Stewards" financial seminar at Faith Fellowship Church 513 E. Main Street, Jefferson. Designed to assist couples and singles of all ages. Now is the time to being plan­ ning to improve your financial situation. Everyone is welcome to attend. For reservations call 877-4480. 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ChirJren in badueat Spec B Legacy Model not mduded m rebata imstraHon'slNHTSAI �PAGE 10A FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Riverview Learning Center offers computer classes continued from page 9A 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Recreation is Parks and considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. neighbors. help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road Lost Provinces Shape Note in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. Singers will meet the first and every Tuesday. If you or a loved third Monday of every month one is in need of prayers for at Ashe County Arts Center any reason, come join in this in West Jefferson beginning uplifting service. Dress is at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon casual, and the service lasts Kellam. Everyone is invited to about 30 minutes. Call 982participate. For information call 3076 if more information is 385-1299. required. Enjoy Oi'Time and Bluegrass Book Lover's Sale inside the music at the Nella Community Ashe County Public Library Center every Friday evening, in West Jefferson, featuring at 7 p.m. with local musicians the finest in used books, and bands. No admission magazines, audio books, charge. Donations will be videos, and children's books. appreciated and will be used Sponsored by the Friends of for improvements to the Nella the Library this ongoing sale Community Center. is updated every 2-3 days with Museum of Ashe County current donations. "All the History is open Tuesday Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from good stuff - all the time." Come April through October and at and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit other times by appointment. the library. Donations are While the 1904 courthouse welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 building in Jefferson is to arrange for pick-up or for undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale No admission is charged. Ashe Springs Presbyterian Church County items are on display in the John Luke Memorial and donated/loaned items are on Tuesday, appreciated. Call 846-1904, Building Wednesdays and Thursdays 982-3261, or 846-1638 for 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and more information. Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, small furniture, and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Celebrate Recovery is here to Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 (through the red light in Jefferson), offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Appointments for other hours are available. Call us at 846-4100. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. We receive no government funding. Donations are welcome. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday West Jefferson Chevrolet All 2006's MUST Warranty applies to 2007 models only New 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS Coupe GO!! New 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 4 Door, LT tyc - /i AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION New 2006 Chevrolet Colorado New 2006 Chevrolet Colorado New 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Reg. Cab, 4x4 Reg. Cab, 4x4 List WJC Discc New 2006 Chevrolet Equinox LT.FWD 601 S. Jefferson Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-846-4636 Web: www.wjchevy.net Email: wjchevy@shybest.com New 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Reg. Cab, 2WD >19,785 New 2006 Chevrolet Silverado LT.AWD 1500, LT3, Ext. Cab, 4x4 List WJC Discount Rebate $35,295 You Pay $27,295 New 2006 Chevrolet Oplander FWD.LT New 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 111, 4WD. Demo New 2006 Chevrolet Express West Jefferson Chevrolet AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION 336-846-4636 www. ivjchevy.net Van SALES: Monday - Friday Saturday 8:00AM - 6:00PM 8:00AM - 4:00PM SERVICE AND PARTS: Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM Closed on Saturday and Sunday j �Friday - January 19 Friday, January 19, 2007 ports This week in Husky sports JV/Varsity Basketball HOME vs Forbush V- Varsity Wrestling @ Forbush 7:00 p.m. Saturday - January 20 Freshmen Boys Basketball Away at Watauga E-mail us: MgraybcalfaJeffcrsonPoKt.coin 11:00 a.m. Racing legend Benny Parsons remembered by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Benny Parsons, former NASCAR driver and commentator for National Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) and Turner Network Television (TNT) passed away Tuesday January 16 at the Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. Benny was born in 1941 and was raised in Wilkes County where he graduated from Millers Creek High School. Benny started racing stock cars in the year 1963, when he was 22 years old, and this was the start of an extensive and prosperous career. Just two years following his debut in racing, Benny was awarded the Automobile Racing Club of America (ARCA) Rookie of the Year Award in 1965 and then continued to win the ARCA Championship in 1968 and 1969. The back-to-back ARCA Championships paved the way for Benny to be the first ARCA Champion to be inducted into the International Sports Hall of Fame. Following his short career in the ARCA, Benny decided to become a driver in NASCAR and his first full season was 1970. Benny started out his career strong and finished in eighth position in the points total at the conclusion of the 1970 season. Benny claimed his first win on May 9, 1971 at South Boston Speedway in Virginia. Unfortunately for Benny, this was his only win for the 1971 season, and the 1972 season as well. In the following season however, Benny's fortunes would improve and he claimed his second career victory during the 1973 season, despite only winning one race. Out of the 28 races, he won one race, and finished in the top five 15 times and in the top ten 21 times on the way to his only Winston Cup Championship. Two years following his Winston Cup Championship, Benny achieved a goal that every racer aspires for; he won the Daytona 500 in 1975. Throughout the years Benny Parsons' Career Stats Year Photo courtesy of www.hungrydrivers.com NASCAR legend and Wilkes County native Benny Parsons passed away Tuesday due to complications from lung cancer. 1974 to 1980, Benny finished Analyst. He was recognized as a commentator for NBC between either third, fourth, for his performance as a and TNT. While working as or fifth in the Winston Cup commentator and received an a commentator for NBC and TNT, Benny was inducted Point totals and recorded ESPN Emmy in 1996. 13 more wins during these Two years prior to winning into the Motor Sports Hall of seven years. He also added a the ESPN Emmy, Benny Fame of America in August victory at the World 600 (now was honored as an inductee 2006. Shortly after being Coca-Cola 600) at Lowe's to the International Motor inducted, Benny started to Motor Speedway (formerly Sports Hall of Fame in 1994. have difficulty breathing Charlotte Motor Speedway) In 1998, while NASCAR was and was diagnosed with lung in Charlotte, NC in 1980. celebrating 50 years of racing, cancer. Following an intense Throughout the remaining NASCAR recognized the 50 treatment of radiation, the eight years of Benny's career, Greatest Drivers in NASCAR. doctors claimed that the he won only seven races but Due to Benny's consistency cancer was cured. During finished in the top five 56 and his high number of top the cancer treatment, Benny times and 69 top ten finishes. five and top ten finishes, was once again honored Immediately following he was classified as one of with an award honoring racing contributions the 1988 season, Benny the 50 Greatest Drivers in his decided to retire from his NASCAR. and accomplishments. In Benny continued to November of 2006, Benny career as a NASCAR driver and he joined the team at comment for ESPN until was forced to miss the award ESPN in 1989 as a Race 2001, at which time he signed ceremony for the Myers Races Wins Top 5 Top 10 Poles 1964 1969 1970 1971 1972 1973 1974 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 Total 1 4 45 35 31 28 30 30 30 30 30 31 31 31 23 16 14 14 16 29 27 526 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 2 4 3 2 3 3 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 21 0 2 12 13 10 15 11 11 18 20 15 16 16 10 10 4 7 1 2 6 0 199 0 3 23 18 19 21 14 17 23 22 21 21 21 12 13 5 10 6 4 9 1 283 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 3 2 3 2 1 2 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 0 20 Brothers Award, but was able to present a speech of gratitude and appreciation geared towards his fans and thanking the supporting corporations for their dedication to the sport. Benny shocked the racing world on December 26 when he was admitted in the ICU at Carolinas Medical Center with complications relating back to his lung cancer. Benny died after a hard fought battle on Tuesday, January 16. Two sons, Kevin Parsons and Keith Parsons, and also two granddaughters, Emily and Libbie Parsons, survived Benny. During his life, Benny was also the proprietor of Rendezvous Ridge Winery located in Wilkes County. Benny's memorial is being held at Grace Covenant Church in Huntersville, NC today. The family will receive friends from two till four p.m. Benny's wishes stated that in lieu of flowers, to make donations be made in his name to the Connie E. Parsons Memorial Fund in Ellerbe, NC or the Blumenthal Cancer Center in Charlotte, NC. The Parsons family would like to thank everyone for their love, prayers, and support. Industrial Volleyball League by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The industrial volleyball league began on November 28, 2006 at Family Central, and we would like to thank the players, staff, and most importantly the sponsors for making this league possible. The regular season final standings were as follows: Photo by Michael Graybeal A member of Ferguson Grading goes for the spike during tournament action on Tuesday night. Ferguson Grading 11-1 Sparta Merchants 7-5 Phipps Construction 7-5 Potter's Lumber 3-9 AR Construction 3-9 A single elimination tournament was held on Tuesday night, and was scheduled to be finished last night, weather permitting. The tournament featured AR Construction, Potter's Lumber, Ferguson Grading, Phipps Construction, and Sparta Merchants. The tournament was a best of three games format, with each game lasting to 30 points. A special situation of each game being limited to 45 minutes to ensure that the games were held on scheduled time. If a game was not decided by the conclusion of 45 minutes, the team with the lead when the time concluded was deemed the winner. The action got underway at 6 p.m. and the first match paired AR Construction against Potter's Lumber. The first game was a close battle throughout the entire 30 points. However, AR Construction was able to find an edge towards the end of the game and squeaked by with a 30-29 victory over Potter's Lumber. The second game presented Potter's Lumber with a do-or-die situation. If they lost, they went home for the off-season; a win would force a game three. Unfortunately for Potter's Lumber, AR Construction came out faster and more determined than the first game and cruised to a 30-12 victory. Due to the odd amount of teams competing in the league, a back-to-back game had to be played, and the winner of game one was scheduled to play Ferguson Grading at 7 p.m. Since AR Construction won, the second match featured Ferguson Grading vs AR Construction. Ferguson Grading was able to gain an early lead, but AR Construction battled back and brought the game within five points, but Ferguson Grading was able to pull out with the five-point victory, 30-25. When the second game started, the scoring was a mirror of game two from the first match, except AR See Volleyball, page 2B App defeats Western by Appalachian Sports Information Photo courtesy of Goasu.com Donte Minter led the Mountaineers with 22 points in the 100-91 win over Western Carolina. (ASU Athletics Photo/Leila Jackson) BOONE, N.C. -- Led by a combined 42 points on 19-of-21 shooting from for­ wards Donte Minter (Salis­ bury, N.C.) and Davis Bowne (Hickory, N.C.), Appalachian State University men's bas­ ketball scored a season-high 62 points in the paint en route to a 100-91 win over arch rival Western Carolina on Monday evening at the Holmes Center. Minter poured in a teamhigh 22 points on 10-of12 field-goal shooting and Bowne was a perfect 9-of-9 for 20 points to lead ASU's dom­ inance in the paint. Fresh­ man Kellen Brand (High Point, N.C.) also drained 6of-8 shots for a career-high 20 points, mostly courtesy of fast-break lay ups. The Mountaineers bene­ fited from 28 assists to shoot 34-of-53 (64.2 percent) from the field, both season highs and team's best shooting per­ formance since hitting 64.7 percent of its shots against Tennessee Tech on Novem­ ber, 11, 2004. D.J. Thompson (Raleigh, N.C.) matched a ca­ reer high with nine assists to pace the unselfish play. Appalachian (13-4, 5-1 SoCon) never trailed after the first minute and led by as many as 22 to break a first-place tie with Western Carolina (7-10, 4-2 SoCon) atop the Southern Confer­ ence North Division stand­ ings. The Catamounts were led by Nick Aldridge's ca­ reer-high 31 points and nine rebounds. The Apps held a 38-33 advantage on the glass with Jeremy Clayton (Greensboro, N.C.) pulling down a gamehigh 12 rebounds. The game was relatively close for the first 10 min­ utes until the Mountaineers rattled off a 10-0 run to take a 15-point, 35-20 lead with eight minutes left in the opening half. ASU added to its first-half lead going up by as many as 18 before fin­ ishing with a 17-point, 5336 halftime lead. Thompson had eight of his nine assists in the first-half alone. Appalachian extended its lead to 22 points on a Brand lay up with 14:30 on the clock in the second half and a 6947 ASU advantage. ASU's lead wouldn't dip below 15 until a 7-0 Catamount run made the score 92-80 with 3:12 left to play. WCU pulled within nine twice in the final minute but couldn't over­ come ASU's dominant post play to make a charge at the Apps. The Mountaineers will play another pivotal South­ ern Conference contest on Thursday when they travel to preseason North Division favorite UNC Greensboro. Tip-off against the Spartans is slated for 7 p.m. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Volleyball Industrial basketball continued from page IB Construction was on the losing end, and Ferguson Grading cruised to a 30-14 victory to give them a spot in the championship game. The final match of the evening proved to be an exciting match with the second ranked Sparta Merchants going head-tohead with the third ranked Phipps Construction. The first game was even for the majority of the game, until Phipps Construction was able to find a slight edge late in the game and won the first game by a score of30-22. The second game provided another exciting competition and Sparta Merchants was narrowly able to squeeze by Phipps Construction with a 30-26 victory. The win by Sparta Merchants evened the match up at one game apiece, and forced a tiebreaking third game. The winner of game three would be awarded the second spot in the championship game, and the loser would be eliminated from the tournament. Due to time constrictions, the third game was played by the ruling of first team to 20 points was the winner. In another close match-up, the teams were even until Sparta Merchants was able to pull ahead in the closing portions of the match and claimed the victory by defeating Phipps Construction 20-13. The victory by Sparta Merchant set the stage for the championship game, which will feature Ferguson Grading vs Sparta Merchants. Look for results in upcoming papers. The Ashe County Parks and Recreation Department is entering the start of their 2006 Industrial League Basketball season. This season looks to be a promising season with a strong number of teams signed up. Parks and Recreation Department will host games on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings, with the games usually starting at 6 p.m. The league may also add games in on Saturday, depending on the situation and if there are any cancellations due to Photo by Michael Graybeal AR Construction's player serves up a huge ace dur­ ing their match on Tuesday night at Family Central. Ashe Youth Basketball schedule for Jan. 20 5th and 6th Boys Location Time Westwood Noon 1 p.m. 2 p.m. Teams 76ers vs Bulls Location Time Blue Ridge 11 a.m. Noon Blue Ridge 10 a.m. Little Huskies vs Rockers Westwood 10 a.m. 11 a.m. New River Motors vs Jefferson Post 8 p.m. Ashe Chiropractic vs Big Dave's Auto 9 p.m. AEV/ Mo's Boots vs Independence Lumber Jets vs Mystics Spurs vs Grizzlies Noon Stars vs Shock 1 p.m. Heat vs Grizzlies 2 p.m. Sonics vs Bucks For All Your Golf, Work & Utility Needs Timberwolves vs the Storm 11 a.m. Celtics vs Bobcats Need a Can? CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW Comets vs Mystics Jazz vs Miracle 10 a.m. event is limited to the first 50 people who reserve a spot so please book early. Make your plans now to attendthis would make a great gift for any basketball fan! Oak Hill Academy is a coeducational Baptist affiliated boarding school committed to providing excellence in education and adolescent development in a safe, secure, and nurturing environment. Oak Hill's campus is located on Highway 16 and 58 in Mouth of Wilson, Virginia. For further information, please contact Timothy Henry, Director of Development, at 276-5792619 or thenry@oak-hill.net. Credit Problems? Teams Sparks vs Panthers 2 p.m. Mtn View Teams The Huskies vs Wood's Plumbing 7 p.m. Oak Hill Academy, home of the nationally acclaimed Warriors basketball team, will be hosting a "Meet our Gold Team" fund raising event on Oak Hill campus, Sunday, February 18th at 4 p.m. This event will revolve around the home game against Bonner Academy. For a $100 tax-deductible donation per person, you will receive admission to the game with reserved seating, a reception following the game, a program autographed by the players, an Oak Hill Academy t-shirt, photo opportunities with the team, and a change to win an autographed game ball. The 3rd and 4th Boys and Girls Schedule Time 6 p.m. Oak Hill Academy's 'Meet Our Gold Team' 1 p.m. Wizards vs Lakers standards. The Parks and Recreation Department would also like to invite spectators to come and support the teams, but they also support sportsmanship. For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 982-6185 for further details. Monday- January 22, 2007 5th and 6th Girls Suns vs Blazers Location snow. The format for the games will consist of two 20-minute halves, with a running clock. The clock will stop during time-outs and the final two minutes of the half. The games will be officiated by National Federation High School Rules (NFHS) and Lady Hawks vs Shock Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. 310 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 brgcuvi@earthlink.nct Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment MVAC official standings Wrestling (fat Reefed yiviay ad Through matches as of January 14, 2007 Conference Games WON LOST NORTH WILKES WILKES CENTRAL NORTH SURRY STARMOUNT SURRY CENTRAL ASHE COUNTY FORBUSH All Games WON LOST 3 2 2 1 1 0 0 17 12 16 25 15 4 17 0 0 1 1 2 2 3 12 16 8 10 10 18 15 • Women's Basketball Through games as of January 14, 2007 Conference Games WON LOST NORTH SURRY ASHE COUNTY FORBUSH STARMOUNT WILKES CENTRAL SURRY CENTRAL NORTH WILKES 6 0 5 1 4 2 3 3 2 4 15 0 6 All Gaines WON LOST 14 12 14 7 6 7 3 2 2 3 8 9 9 12 Men's Basketball Through games as of January 14, 2007 Conference Games WON LOST NORTH SURRY STARMOUNT ASHE COUNTY FORBUSH SURRY CENTRAL WILKES CENTRAL NORTH WILKES 6 0 5 1 3 3 2 4 2 4 2 4 15 All Games WON LOST 14 11 10 7 6 10 3 2 3 4 10 10 5 11 i , jm;;-3° an HIM*En hT,MCHEEF.E^J0M|I10;?iTJKEE«ie'0MI NCh!! A Perfect Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • P0 Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gift Subscription for... In Ashe County Name • $36.00 Address Seniors In Ashe Cily. A Gift from: Name State • $33.00 Out-of-County (All) I • $46.50 ^5 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 PAGE 3B New Concept for Linoleum with Do-it-Yourself Version The word "linoleum" call to mind the indestructible - yet nondescript - hallways of your high school. Or, you may say "that's what we have on our kitchen floor." Either image misses the mark when it comes to modern incarnations of this durable, any moderately skilled do-it-yourselfer - and a variety of colors and patterns to for example, can be installed complement virtually any modern decor. Clearly, this is not your p a r e n t s ' linoleum. "Most people c o n f u s e linoleum with vinyl," points out Scott Day of Forbo Flooring, manufacturers of Marmoleum a n d environmentally friendly natural product. Today's linoleum retains the resistance to wear that made it the flooring material of choice for our parents and grandparents. Yet contemporary products can also offer ease of installation Marmoleum Click, Marmoleum Click products. "The two products are very different in terms of durability and, especially, environmental impact." Linoleum is an agriculturally based composite of solidified linseed oil, wood flour and pine resin over a natural fiber (jute) backing. Linoleum does not give off fumes (as some vinyl does) and dust mites cannot live or breed on it, so it's a good flooring choice for allergy or asthma sufferers. Color added to the material goes all the way through, so a scratched section of linoleum is repairable. Pigment and patterns in vinyl are on the surface of the floor, so scratched or torn vinyl can only be replaced, not repaired. Its durability, flexibility and ease of cleaning have long made linoleum the flooring material of choice for hospitals and other hightraffic facilities. Now, says Day, decorators and homeowners are also rediscovering linoleum's appeal for use in the home. "Previously, linoleum was available only in large sheets and generally required professional i nstallation,"Day says. "But Marmoleum Click makes installing a simple linoleum floor - or even a complex design - very easy." The product is available in 12 inch by 36 inch panels or 12 inch by 12 inch squares. The panels click together, much like most other floating floors, to create a durable, attractive surface. So if you're sold on linoleum and looking for just the right spot to incorporate it into your home decor, consider some of these popular uses: * Children's room Perfect for any area likely to experience plenty of spills and tracked-in dirt, linoleum also offers greater pattern-building flexibility than plain carpet. Consider starting with a darker base color and incorporating the alphabet, numbers or even punctuation marks into a broad pattern throughout the room. * Kitchen - There's a reason why our grandmothers all wanted linoleum floors in their kitchen. Durable and easy to clean, linoleum resists wear and tear better than vinyl, carpet or hardwood flooring. * Mud room, entryway or near the patio door High traffic areas demand sturdy flooring. Linoleum performs especially well in environments where there may be a lot of dampness or water - such as near patio doors that lead to a swimming pool. To learn more about today's linoleum, and especially Marmoleum Click, visit www. themarmoleumstore.com. Courtesy of ARA Content A New Year and New Tax Incentives... Save Energy and Write-off Energy-saving Window and Door Improvements It's true. The U.S. federal government is so in favor of reducing energy consumption, they've created incentives to encourage Americans to replace leaky old windows and doors with more energy-efficient options. Why all the concern? The more ways we can conserve energy, the better for us all. Government reports indicate that over the past decade, America's energy consumption has grown about 40 times faster than our energy production. Pella Windows & Doors encourages consumers to stretch their dollars by utilizing energy saving tax incentives for the home. Legislation passed in 2005 offers tax deductions for homeowners adding energyefficient improvements to their existing home in 2006 or 2007. Tax credits are also available for builders constructing highly energyefficient new homes in the same time frame. For existing homes, eligible homeowners may claim tax credits of up to $500 total for energy-saving i inproveme11ts implemented in 2006 and 2007. Installing replacement windows and doors designed to help conserve energy, adding insulation, or enhancing a metal roof with coatings designed to reduce heat gain are among the qualifying improvements. Homeowners that replace windows in their primary residence may qualify for a 10 percent tax credit, up to $200 maximum. Replacement energy efficient doors may qualify for the 10 percent tax credit, up to $500. Windows, doors and insulation must meet the requirements of the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), a model energy code for buildings. For ease in understandingwhich windows qualify for the tax credits, look for the ENERGY STAR., recognizing the most energyefficient products. Storm doors may qualify for tax credits, too, on eligible purchases from Jan. 1, 2006, to Dec. 31, 2007. Ten percent of the storm door purchase price may be a tax credit, up to a $500 maximum. Customers purchasing qualifying Pella windows or doors should save their purchase receipt, obtain Pella's Manufacturer's Certification Statement, available at www.pella.com, and claim the deduction at tax time. If you have any questions or concerns, consult your tax professional. As Benjamin Franklin lamented, "In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes." Make the most of the tax savings inspired by the federal government. And as temperatures drop and energy consumption heats up, consider the benefits of new high performance windows.* Seasonal savings - LowE coatings, gas-fills, and Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI r e d u c e winter loss heat gain. Improved daylight and view - New glazings with low-solargain low-E coatings can reduce solar heat gain significan tly with a m i n i ma1 loss of visible light (compared to older tints and films). Improved comfort - In summer and winter If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. comfort homeowner window is increased; more temperatures are moderate and there are fewer Installation ofprefinished & unfinished floors £ Shoemold u Treads & ^ Risers window and door products which are part of the ENERGY STAR program. Your home remains a great investment. This year, invest in windows and doors that provide a short-term return on that investment with a tax credit, and long-term savings in reduced energy bills, thanks to high-performing Pella windows and doors. For more information on improving energy efficiency with windows and doors, contact a local Pella Window 8c Door store expert by calling (888) 84-PELIA or logging on to www.pella.com. •Source: Efficient Windows Collaborative Courtesy of ARA Content "Put Your Trust In Number One" Heritage Realty Ashe, Inc. d/b/a 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Business 336-246-2664 Hand Board Samples Available INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED ™ and © Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity New Const. & Existing Homes 14 years experience Free Estimates Fully Insured JORDAN HARDWOOD FLOORING 166 Oak Grove Circle • Jefferson, NC 336-846-1624 mm 126 Robv Poe Road Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a home loan? Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homcbuyer with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. There arc no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. 100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. Mt. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. Closing costs are the same as a loan without a government guarantee. Reliable income and good credit are required. heat and s u m m e r Mt. Jefferson Mortgage (336) 982-6020 cold drafts. Discomfort from strong summer sunlight is reduced. Reduced condensation Frame and glazing materials that resist heat conduction do not become as cold and results in less condensation. Reduced fading - Coatings on glass can significantly reduce the ultraviolet (UV) and other solar radiation which causes fading of fabrics and furnishings. Lower mechanical equipment costs - Using windows that significantly reduce solar heat gain means cooling equipment costs may be reduced. The National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) label appears on insulating spacers and frames can significantly mj. m J150994. LAUREL SPRINGS - II acres, farmhouse, barn & old store building (formerly Daddy's Old Store). This land adjoins the Blue Ridge Parkway and has excellent development potential. Lots of visibility of the Parkway from many areas of the land. $249,000. '*•» imm Main Street SB Discount mm •Toile Curtains •Jabot Sets • Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match J151214. BRICK HOME ON HWY 16 NORTH - Just out of Jefferson. 3BR/2BA brick home w/fircplacc and partially finished drive in basement. Property has approx. 4 acres included with room & water for horses, also features underground dog fencing. $239,000. A •Tablecloths • Large Variety of Curtains •Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads •Comforters •SRI Ijteaw"®-- J153528. LOG CABIN & 40 ACRES ON WILLIE BROWN - 2BR log home w/slcep loft & IB A. Features FP, new hardwood floors, 2 covered porches and 40 acres w/small stream. Log cabin and 1.478 acres can be purchased for $170,000. please see separate MLS listing 151974. $490,000. J150463. HOME & 77.55 ACRES IN GRASSY CREEK - Gorgeous 77.55 acre farm with beautiful 2BRy2BA home, 60x39 shop w/9 ton lift & compressor, barn, Christmas trees & more. Home features massive great room w/stone fireplace, large master suite & 2 huge decks/porches to enjoy outdoors. $899,000. 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE ON FRIDAYS! 2 Columns x 3 Inches ONLY *20.69' Call or come by and see "Veraldine about this GREAT DEAL! 336.846.7164 Minimum One Month Commitment or real estate or related businesses on Real Estate pages ONLY *Per Run J151217. CHALET ON OLD HWY 16 - Wonderful 3BR72BA chalet on the North Fork of the New River with excellent, level river access. Enjoy river views from the living room and family room. Nice kitchen, lower level with family room. 2BR/1BA .irge deck for entertaining or relaxing. Great rental potential. New metal roof and exterior painting. $250,000. J153514. SALTBOX STYLE HOME IN ASHE LAKE- This very spacious, family home is located just minutes from West Jefferson. The home features 3BR/2BA. a large open kitchen w/walkin pantry, vaulted ceilings in the living room, master suite with it's very own private balcony and a finished motherin-law suite in the basement that has it's own outdoor access. This home has endless potential and is ready to show. $210,000. J153579. LOT #47 IN WOODLAND SHORES - This beautiful wooded property would make an excellent place for your new home. Property fronts a paved street with utilities available and is 2.36 acres. $66,000. J153091. LOT #25 - BLUE RIDGE MANOR - Nice wooded lot off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Close to Glendalc Springs. Just over line in Wilkes. $6,200. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OlIR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21heritagerealty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST -Itu The Alamo is the famous sight of a battle for independence between the Republic of Mexico and Texas in 1836, or the Battle of the Alamo. The Battle of the Alamo was fought during the Texas Revolution. The American settlers of Northern Texas grew weary of the Mexican government and began the fight for succession in 1835. The Battle of the Alamo was the most famous of the revolutions battles; however the last battle of the revolution was actually the Battle of San Jacinto. Texan commander William B. Traxis and Mexican General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna Perez de Lebron, or Santa Anna, were the two leaders at the battle. The battle of the Alamo was a thirteen day battle that lasted from February 23rd to March 6th at the Sight of the Texan mission. The Texan occupants of the mission were the victors from a prior battle with the Mexican government within the city of San Antonio against General Marin Perfecto de Cos. After this victory they came to the Alamo ready to take Santa Anna's forces with strength. But the Texans did not have strength in numbers. With fewer than 200 men, their forces were not enough to defend the mission against Santa Anna's numbers well into the thousands; the Alamo finally fell early on the morning of March 6th. Santa Anna captured all oc­ cupants of the Alamo and sentenced them to death. The entire force died that day at (he Alamo, as reinforcements from Texas never made it to help then! defend the Alamo in time. The war went on to be won by Texas at the Battle of San Jacinto. Some of the very famous defenders of the Alamo included Jim Bowie and Davy Crockett. QCQM At the time, the Alamo was known as San Antonio de Valero Mission. The nick­ a o u e name, "Alamo" means 'cottonwood', after their hometown of Alamo de Parras, QAOC Coahuila. The Alamo was originally built in 1724 by the Spanish government. The VHHV missions' purpose was to house Christian missionaries and Indian converts. The F U S S Alamo still stands and is now a museum for all to tour. Y IQT ULXRBPSKKCAH dfexmt iFft f AEESRK I CCNGO I 0 w amo WordsearcK WordlM: San Antonio de Valero Mission Republic of Mexico Indian Converts 'V OXNVQFSOVESEC T KMC 1.What is the wordsearch shaped like, and why is it significant? UOltOnWOOO •psjeooi S| OUJBIV 9tp 0J9L|M sj jein :sex9i jo q\b\S em :j9MSuv Christian I AQNMNT6 I AAB I VNNPBA w «ittoucan 2. What city in Texas is I CEGATPU IWRT XWSQQ I Q E Y home to The Alamo? NOCCOAMQURRT EROUTNGFKW OjUOJUV UBS U9MSUV VSLNOUTGSOAKMXNBVNAVSX Alamo. WNWAWQJNPXPNFAA2M LACVH VXTSANANTON lOOEVAtEROM I S S IONS I 3. What is the 0 J DYOOSOCEDMBUM t SOWC ITLOWJOAf meaning of the A H C A C O S S A N J A C I N T0X I N S O L Q M N O S YTWTX2R2 I HJAQ2FMAIR I S I I AWF word "Alamo" ? IPJWTTEKCORCYVAOBYRBIYWB _t GVt 2 0 T VVUOH I K IAUQHI FM2 T h eA l a m O POOMUO»OQ :JQMSUV w. Spain Texas de Cos Coahuila Jim Bowie America • can Itfa rJaj These flags were flown at the Battle of the Design your own personal flag! ... K OZDIIHAYPWCOPV U K t t "" " 5 ! San Anion™ was ,he Alam0 used fOT? •sjjaAuoo uejpui JI8MJ pue san Jacinto SGUBUOjSSjLU JO) 9LU0l| 6 S\/ M9MSUV Missionaries J * 4. What original use 5I ' Did you know that the famous Davy OHRN UN n Crockett was at the battle of The 11 u 1t 0 V J J I Alamo? Crockett was not only famous j z for being a part of the battle, but as a «£ J frontiersman and a congressman of the Lisa Habersham, Age 10, of Columbus, GA State of Tennessee. Crockett's legend has lived wanted to know who was the 25th on for decades. You may have seen his character in President of the United States? Thanks Lisa! The 25th President was movies or cartoons about early American wearing a William Travis Davy Crockett lamo de Parras President William McKinley, who served coonskin hat. Crockett was born in 1786 and lived until from 1896 until his assasination in 1901. the end of The Battle of the Alamo in 1836. anf{^c>u tpecia fdTftt kJL-v I REGENCY PROPERTIES We Build Your Home The Way You Want It HOMES wyvwciassichomeshc.com Intersection of US 22! & NC 163 -1620 NC163-E West Jefferson. NC1336-246^3600 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC Residential, Land & Commercial Sales PO Box 609 • 204 E. 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NC 28697 (Above Lowe a Home Improvement Warehouae on the right Guardian Insurance Agency • Cancer • Auto • Health • Home • Motorcycle • Contractors Paula R. Perry. Agent 336-846-6721 Kelly Perry, Agent | 125 Wade E. Vannoy Dr. • Jefferson. NC Boot Store 0 Georgia Cortex Insulated Work Boots Dot Slurgill - Owner 1750 Hwy 88 Wc$t (next 10 Ashe Abattoir) West Jefferson • 336-24A-4343 The Little Dealer With The BIG Heart! I Norman Cheek's TOYOTA OF BOONE www.toyotaofboone.com • (828)264-1491 or (800)559-1491 if 665 East King Street • Downtown Boone EMPIRE 2000 W. US Hwy 421 • Wilkesboro, NC (336) 667-2886 • 800-523-2745 www.empircdodge.coni Humphrey Masonry Supply, Inc. 141 Lyalls Lane. Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) IOff S . J e f f e r s o n A v e* W e s t Jefferson, N C 336-246-5222 Open Mon-Fri • 7am - 5pm 336-982-9821 828/ 262-3700 Boone, NC West Jefferson 60l S. Jefferson Avenue Ashe County Builders Supply jEggX?' Chevrolet West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 10 �JEFFKRSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 PAGE 5B Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 30-Special Notices CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED | DEADLINES I I Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION in the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson. NC K' 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, | pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informod that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found FOUND: Bird dog/hound mix, brown ears & eyes, white face, short hair, long tail, 40 lbs, 18" talf. Found in the Todd area. Call 828-295-9924. FOUND: Mastiff mix, female, brindle, has docked tail, not wear­ ing collar. Found in Big Tree area off Black Bear Inn Rd., Sat., Dec. 16. Call 977-3889 FOUND: Beagle/Miniature Collie mix, male, approx 1-3 yrs. Found in Beaver Creek/Citgo area. Call 977-2587 to identify. FOUND: Mother's Ring at Bare Creek Conv enience Center. Call 982-2623 and describe. Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 FOUND; Female Black Lab mix, approx 1 yr, wearing burgundy collar with silver and e-mail: il-lIM leash attached. Call classified® leffersonpost.com 246-4118 or 977-3746. Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 LOST: Boston Terrier Male, Black / White, wearing red NC State collar, answers to Spanky. 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Call 336-977-0383 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 120-Schools & Instruct HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING FOR EMPLOYMENT Bulldozers, Backhoes, Loaders, Dump Trucks, Graders, Scrapers, Excavators -National Certification -Financial Assistance -Job Placement Assistance 888-212-1277 Associated Training Services www.equipmenloperator.com 140-Help Wanted Cell Leader General Assembly Corporation of West Jefferson is a leading international provider of electronics manufactur­ ing services. Due to its continuing growth, the company needs two self-directed people to join its production team. The successful candidates should be capable of leading 5-10 employees in a fast paced manufacturing environment. Knowledge of PCBA is a plus. Must have strong "people skills" skills, be computer literate, be able to write process plans, and be able to collect and analyze data such as 1st pass yield. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Please apply to: General Assembly Corporation 140 Industrial Park Way West Jefferson, NC 28694 Phone:336-246-5143 fax:336-846-1676 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Apply at Ashe JobLink Smiths is an equal opportunity employer Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community For Sale: Chipper, walk behind bush hog and generator, very little. used Call 336- 982-8320, leave name & number. Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! 235-Christmas Trees WANTED: MOA for busy medical office in Ashe County. Please mail applications to Ashe Medical Associates PO Box 765, Jefferson NC 28640, or drop them off at our office during normal office hours. M-F, 7:30am - 7:30pm S 8-Noon For Sale: Fraser Fir 3/0 Seedlings available for Spring. Mount Rogers Origin. Call 336-877-1008 Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 160-Business Opportunities 260-Garage/Yard Sales >1:1•lcf'l • zmm 260-Garage/Yard Sales 290-Horses & Livestock Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Your source for news in Ashe Count}/and the High Country: The Jefferson Post PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. Don't forget For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press. 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical m -J M [iki]u M IIMI : : 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. to place your Valentine Ad! /-^-Wireless 300Miscellaneous For Sale: Appaloosa Mare. Downsizing herd. Need to sell. Call 336-977-9309 for more information. YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. KITS Carolina West Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 BUSINESS TO BUSINESS OUTSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE This position is responsible for selling and servicing outside business clients by contacting leads; selling services and products to business customers; and resolving product and service problems. A high school diploma/GED is required. A two/four year degree is preferred. Previous sales experience required. Shop The Classifieds. Carolina West Wireless offers an excellent compensation and benefit program. Salary is Wilkes Communi College base pay plus commission and car allowance. Applicants should mail or email their resume to: Susannah Rogers, Human Resource Director Carolina West Wireless 1307 Curtis Bridge Road P.O. Box 959 Wilkesboro, NC 28697 susannahr@carolinawest.com Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Director of Student Support Services For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Job Opportunity Office Manager Equal Opportunity Employer Administrative position within a growing company with duties consisting of answering phones, typing, file management, project payment tracking, and other office-related duties as required. Thorough knowledge of computer and various office software applications a must. The selected candidate must demonstrate initiative in organizing workload and completing assignments, along with good communication skills. Graduation from high school, preferably supplemented by college-level work in secretarial science, and 1 to 2 years of experience in office/clerical work or equivalent combination of education and experience. Qualified candidates should send a resume to: Jemsite Development P.O. Box 1000 Jefferson, NC 28640 Attn: Human Resources Dept. THE DAIRY HOUSE FAST GROWING NEW COMPANY NEEDS RESEARCH ASSISTANT iw ' Hi Some Charge Duties 7pni to 7am •SIGNING BONUS* Call 336-372-3226 or visit www.amhsparta.org SMITHS AEROSPACE IS HIRING A QUALITY PRODUCTION SUPPORT PERSON FOR FIRST SHIFT Greatentry-levelpositionwithopportunities for advancement. Must be a motivated, reliable individual, have some computer knowledge, be detail oriented, and must be able to frequently lift 25 -70 lbs. Pay is $8.75/hour. 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies is now accepting applications for full and part-time positions, Very competitive wages and other benefits. —^ Apply in person at: 215 Long Street Jefferson, NC RESEARCHER/INSIDE SALES Strong computer and research skills (Mac, Excel, Internet) Articulate, strong writing skills required Degree preferred Salary/Commission + Great Benefits 1 West Jefferson office Fax resume to: 336-246-3978 Or bring resume to Next Safety office at 230 Hice Avenue • West Jefferson, NC No phone calls, please. Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES NEEDED I FREEDOM HOMES Gates Corporation is looking for approximately 6 associates to work on temporary assignment in the production area. All openings are for a 7 day, 12 hour night shift. Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age • High School Diploma/GED required • Production Experience desired. CRNA Dietitian Applications will be accepted on Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Only 4 Left! Home Care Director Apply in person at: Gates Corporation, 101 Gates Lane, Jefferson, NC Hospice Patient Care Coordinator i m Freedom 3360 u.s. Hwy. 421 w. HOMES We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: Wilkesboro, NC (336) 973-2335 www.wilkesrcgional.org EOE MODEL ORR24443B A Tomkins Company EOE GEM A Leader in The Manufactured Housing Industry �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 330-Pets 330-Pets Abigail is a very playful 6-8 month old border collie mix puppy. She LOVES attention and will roll over quite hap­ pily to have you scratch her tummy! She gets very excited when folks drop in to see her give her a chance and she'll win your heart over! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. To Give Away: Blond Lab - Retriever mix puppy. 13 weeks old. 1st shots, Sit & Fetch command, most­ ly housebroken. Loves people. Received as gift, but we are allergic to him. Call 846-4635. TO GIVE AWAY: Pomeranian Puppy, female, 5 mos. very friendly. Call 384-4537 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 alleghariy.petfinder.com 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green,top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. 410-Motorcycles/ 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 3BR/1BA House with Monitor heat, wood and carpet flooring, conven­ ience and privacy. $660/mo. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals, Inc at 336-246-3010 370-Cars/Vans for Sale 1995 Mercury Villager Van, seats 7, remova­ ble middle captains chair seats, highway miles, loaded. $1500. Call 336-877-3899. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale is a 1-2 yr. old shepherd / hound mix. He has plenty of ener­ gy and loves to play. Stitch likes to keep us laughing on a daily basis. He loves to climb up on his igloo shelter and make funny faces at us. He's a very nice little dog with lots of personality. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale 2004 F-250 XLT Super Duty, 4x4 Diesel, black with silver. 40,000 miles. $28,500. Call 336-927-4453 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available • ta rouM HfaAMO 1 For more information, Accepting bids on Call 336-246-9163 1994 Ford Ranger, 5 speed, extended cab, TDD# 1-800-735-2962 4x4 pick-up. Call Allied House, 2BR, 1BA Financial Services furnished, dishwasher, 336-846-8288 washer, dryer, base­ ment. One year lease. SHOPPING FOR A References. $750 per 4X4? month. $750 deposit. Keep Checking the Call 336-928-0064 Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1994 Coro Mobile Home, 3/2 with deck, Monitor heater, at Hilltop Acres in West Jefferson. $10,000 Call 336-246-9295 for appointment. FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our lor rent" sections. Call Coy at 336-846-7164 by Hart LIMITED INCOME? LIMITED CREDIT? LAND HOME PACK­ AGES ARE POSSIBLE WITH AS LITTLE AS $500.00 DOWN, WE HAVE A NEW FINANCE PROGRAM TO ASSIST YOU. GIVE US A CALL. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 2007 TAX REFUND Attention Previous Home Owners, 1st time Home Buyers, Renters. Put your TAX REFUND TO WORK in buying a new home. Call Freedom Homes. 336-973-2335 for more details. For Rent: 2 BR House Stop 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Power Equipment. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 5 YEAR WARRANTY ON ALL NEW HORTON HOMES. WE BUILD THE BEST AND OFFER THE BEST WARRANTY... 5 YEAR COVERAGE ON APPLIANCES. FURNACE, STRUC­ TURE, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING EVEN THE HEAT PUMP!! THERE IS A DIFFERENCE!! HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 3BR/2BA Mobile with oil furnace, carpet and tile flooring, very nice. $500/mo. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals Inc. 336-246-3010. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 50.00 ZERO Down Payment for Landoivners. Singlewides, Doublewides, On and Off Frame Modulars $25,000 - $500,000. (See Our 2 story Log Home) WE CAN DO IT ALL! Oakwood Homes of Hudson, NC 828-396-2045 Call for easy directions. APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. $49,900.00 BRAND NEW 1600 SQ FT DOUBLE WIDE. THAT INCLUDES DELIVERY SETUP. HURRY! ONLY 2 MODELS LEFT. 5 YEAR WARRANTY! ONE PIECE FIBERGLASS TUBS. APPLIANCES, 2X4 16 ON CENTER CONSTRUCTION. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 LOWEST PRICE OUT THERE!!!!! $23,900.00 SET AND DELIVERED. 14X72 SINGLE WIDE. YOU CAN PICK YOUR COLORS!! AVAILABLE IN 2 OR 3 BEDROOMS!! STOVE AND REFRIGERATOR INCLUDED. 5 YEAR WARRANTY. QUALITY HORTON CONSTRUCTION!!! VINYL AND SHINGLE EXTERIOR. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO. 336-973-7488 SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 505-Modular Homes for Sale AFFORDABLE MODULARS!!! SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION WITH FAIR PRICES. HORTON HOMES OFFERS IT ALL. SPECIAL FINANCING OPTIONS AVAILABLE... WE DON'T MAKE MONEY OFFYOUR FINANCING. STOP IN OR CALL HORTON HOMES OF WILKES­ BORO 336-973-7488 LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 505-Modular Homes for Sale NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots & Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1115Professlonals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1145-Steel Buildings ALL STEEL BUILDINGS 30x40 to 150x300 Turnkey available. Call Eggers & Eggers Construction 336-982-9456 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. Classifieds make "Cents' "Cents make Dollars" Having qualified as Having qualified as Executor of the Estate Executor of the Estate of E. Reeves Vannoy of Anne S. King, late of (a/k/a Everette Reeves Ashe County, North Vannoy, Everette R. Carolina, this is to noti­ Vannoy, E.R. Vannoy), fy all persons having late of Fleetwood, Ashe claims against said es­ County, North Carolina, the undersigned does tate to present them to hereby notify all per­ the undersigned at 360 sons, firms and corpo­ Witherspoon Heights rations having claims Rd. Jefferson, NC against the estate of 28640 on or before the said decedent to exhib­ 19th day of April, 2007, it them to the under­ signed, at One West or this Notice will be Fourth Street, Winstonpleaded in bar to their Salem, North Carolina recovery. All persons 27101, on or before the indebted to the estate 29th day of March, will please make imme­ 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of diate payment to the their recovery. All undersigned. persons, firms and corporations indebted This the 16th day of to the said estate will January, 2007. please make immedi­ ate payment to the Michael Dixon undersigned. Executor for the Estate This the 29th day of of Anne S. King December, 2006. NOTICE TO CREDITORS FIRST CITIZENS BANK & TRUST COM­ IN RE: PANY, EXECUTOR ESTATE OF OF THE ESTATE OF BERNARD CYRIL E. REEVES VANNOY MILLER Late of Ashe County, WOMBLE CARLYLE North Carolina SANDRIDGE & RICE, PLLC This is to NOTIFY One West Fourth St. ALL PERSONS Winston-Salem, NC having claims against 27101 said Estate to present IN THE GENERAL them to GRADY COURT OF JUSTICE LONON, Attorney at OF NORTH Law, 218 East Main CAROLINA Street, P.O. Box 422, SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION Jefferson, NC 28640, ASHE COUNTY within 90 days of the 06SP136 publication of this NO­ TICE, or this NOTICE IN THE MATTER OF will be pleaded in bar THE FORECLOSURE to their recovery. All OF A DEED OF EXECUTED persons indebted to the TRUST LAVERNE S. Estate will please make BY FREEMAN AND immediate payment to SHELLEY P. FREE­ the undersigned for the MAN DATED APRIL Estate. 25, 2005 AND RECORDED IN BOOK This is the 29th day of 328 AT PAGE 80 IN December, 2006 THE ASHE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, Grady Lonon NORTH CAROLINA isr REMODEL IXC. Mountain Field T & L CONSTRUCTION No JOB Too SMALL! Residential & Commercial • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More • Homesites • Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers LU ROOP'S ROOFING TIRE SALE Setof4 All 13"-$199 All 14"-$229 All 15"-$259 16"Truck- $420 215-85-16 -- 235-85-16 Includes up to 5 Qts Oil, filters Lube • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation Logos • Business Cards Brochures • Camera Ready Ads Deborah Holder-Caine . 336.977.2113 • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. V Sony Sharp "%^ ,Samsun9 .Panasonic| JOE ' SUtimic ZxfmtA" I 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 K.ibsoliitel)' Ihe MSI Prices Possibly j)vER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCEJ » V AND mi SATELLITE SALES & SERVICE JVC zenith TV'S & HOME THEATRES TREE SERVICE Mountain Welding • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel Serving the High Country 'Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES Open 8-5 M»T»Th»F 8-2 Wed & Sat Shop located at: 245 Von Turner Rd.'West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner : 977-2978 Home: 384-4978/ A"he ^ • Commercial • Residential • Customized 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units for On-site Welding Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.» Lansing, NC °fes«>Pfor WENT TV! Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience 982-3335 17 years experience DISPOSAL SERVICES ftoone Grading Co., Jnc MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Bradley W. Mclntyre • Owner Residential Pick up Service $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick up Service Available No Job Too Small or Too Large! "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds 2007 Wedding Bookings Available Now • Packages Available • Engagement and Bridal from $875.00 Portraits • On-line Viewing and Ordering • Total Event Coverage 336-982-4600 • 336-667-0822 • sroarkfoto@skybest.com 1149 Old Highway 16 • Jefferson, NC 28640 Contact Robert Holman Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Septic Systems • Basements • Footers £e||. 828-773-6736 Stnitkcy fu/san fJloark jv LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES ALL TYPES OF GRADING IS OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! j FREE ESTIMATES Allen Miller 336-384-3033 336-977-2112 336-384-4352 TV Center i v center 336-384-2063 276-579-4562 2S Years Experience % Mountain View^,pion^ FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC Hwy 16 @ NC/VA State Line «>3r RJ CAINI: 336-384-9192 BOB'S TREE SERVICE^ STATE LINE FAST LUBE • Licensed in North Carolina & VA 1 Install roofing of all kinds Roof Painting Insured & ALL Work Guaranteed Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs Oil Change, Lube & Filter $1 (L • Remodel Jobs • Decks • Additions • Repairs • Maintenance Appleseed Quality Home Repairs • Ponds • Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 A5HE COUNTY ROOFINC i® HOME REPAIRS (Excavating & flatting Roofim 00L-S ON WHEELS j 336-846-7737 Located on the Backstreet We have expanded our lunch buffet! We are offering a choice of 3 meats and 12 different vegetables! SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only - 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only - 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti nsr TRACKHOC SERVICES rl KEITH'S THACKHOE SERVICE Road Building • Ditching • Ditch Bank Cleaning Bush Hogging • House Foundations • Demolition Foundation Wall Construction • Lot Clearing No Job Too Small 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 28618 Call 828-773-5035 • Cell:_____— 336-977-6477 or 977-6265 —„ �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals P. Freeman. sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Fol­ lowing the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. ment to the under­ signed at the above ad­ dress. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY ferson Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: missioner, to Dewitt Graybeal and wife, Bonnie Graybeal, dat­ ed 20 October 1970, and of record in Com­ missioner's Deed Book 2, page 259, Ashe County Registry. February 9th] 2007. No form of absentee voting is allowed in this or future elections for the town of West Jefferson. NOTICE OF SALE Pursuant to a Court order and under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and failure to carry out and perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pur­ suant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by said deed of trust, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at pub­ lic auction to the high­ est bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county court­ house of said county at 1:30 PM on January 31, 2007 the following described real estate and any other improve­ ments which may be situated thereon, situat­ ed in Ashe County, North Carolina, and be­ ing more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on a new 3/8" rebar, said rebar at the intersection of Mar­ tin Street and Hamilton Street, said rebar also at the northeastern corner of Lot No. 44 as shown on a plat of the Thomas Subdivision and recorded in Plat Book 1, at page 69, Ashe County Registry; thence with the eastern line of the above mentioned Lot No. 44, S. 18-05-05 W. 106.49 feet to a new 3/8" rebar; thence with the southern line of Lot No. 44, S. 78-16-50 W. 176.49 feet to a new 3/8" rebar; thence with a nexo line through the above mentioned Lot No. 44, N. 5-06-39 E. 144.71 feet to a new 3/8" rebar in the north­ ern line of Lot No. 44; thence with the north­ ern line of Lot No. 44, S. 85-47-56 E. 168.10 feet to the BEGIN­ NING, containing 0.438 acre, based on a survey by The Thomas Herman Company, Registered Land Sur­ veyors, dated 3 July 1984; and being a por­ tion of Lot No. 44 of the Thomas Subdivision as recorded in Plat Book No. 1, at page 69, Ashe County Registry. And being the same property described in and conveyed by that certain deed of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 221, at pages 10431045. And Being more commonly known as: 124 Martin St, Jefferson, NC 28640 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflect­ ed on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Laverne S. Freeman and Shelley The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the offi­ cers, directors, attor­ neys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any rep­ resentation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environ­ mental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encum­ brances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure, for paying, if any. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This Self It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell ft! I Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Self It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Self it! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 The date of this Notice is January 10, 2007. This the 20th day of December, 2006. Aaron Landry Executor of the Estate of Edith S. Best 1600 Morganton Road, B-8 David W. Neill or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 8520 Cliff Cameron Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc/ 06-87774 LEGAL NOTICE NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY THE UNDERSIGNED. Aaron Landry, having qualified on the 20th day of December, 2006 as Executor of the Estate of Edith S. Best, deceased, this is to no­ tify all persons, firms, and corporations hav­ ing claims against said Estate that they must present them to the undersigned at 1600 Morganton Road, B-8, Pinehurst, NC 28734, on or before the 12th day of April, 2007 or the claims will be forev­ er barred thereafter, and this notice will be pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to said Estate will make prompt pay- Pinehurst, NC 28374 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Danish Kemp Rash, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 5013 Hill Ha­ ven Road, Jonesville, North Carolina 28642 on or before the 6th day of April, 2007,or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 29th day of December, 2006. Ellis Dalton Johnson Executor for the Estate of Danish Kemp Rash Classifieds make "Cents' "Cents make Dollars" IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO. 06-SP-105 JANETTE G. ROSE and husband, KENNETH B. ROSE, Petitioners, VS. LOUISE G. AMEN, Widow JOAN G. MCGUIRE and husband, CRAY MCGUIRE; LYN MCNEILL, Single; LENA MAE G. WADDELL and husband, BOBBY WADDELL; JULIE WOLFE; and husband, RICHARD WOLFE, and PHILLIP J. MILLER, Single Respondents. Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale of the Superior Court of Ashe County. North Carolina, made in the above enti­ tled special proceed­ ings, the undersigned Commissioner will on the 2nd day of February, 2007, at Eleven o'clock a.m. at the Courthouse door in Jefferson, North Caroli­ na, offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash the following tracts or parcels of land, lying and being in West Jef- FIRST TRACT: Known as Lot No. 26, BEGIN­ NING on a stake in N. J. Johnson's line in Clay Bank Road, run­ ning 103 feet to an al­ ley; then with the alley 40 feet to a stake in the carico line; then 111 feet to a stake in the public road; then to the BEGINNING. SECOND TRACT: BE­ GINNING at a stake in F. F. Gentry line on the north side of Claybank Road, and running with said road eastward 421/2 feet to E. D. Caudill line; then with said line northward 123 feet, Grant Dollar and Mary Ann Testerman corner; then with said lines, westward 40 feet to F. F. Gentry line south­ ward 129 feet to the BEGINNING. THIRD TRACT: BE­ GINNING on a forked stake in Lot No. 25, running 50 feet to stake in Claybank Road; run­ ning with said line up Claybank Road about 12 feet to a stake in Claybank Road; then to the BEGINNING, the forked stake. And being the identical land described in and conveyed by that cer­ tain deed from Wade E. Vannoy, Jr., Com- Opportunities. Powered by Tyson.™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products Tyson Foods, Inc., is seeking qualified applicants to fill open positions on all shifts at its Wilkesboro, North Carolina location. A good faith deposit of ten (10%) of the bid price will be required at the time and place of sale. This 2nd day of Febru­ ary. 2007. John C. Johnston COMMISSIONER NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, a Special Elec­ tion will be held in the Town of West Jeffer­ son in Ashe County on Tuesday, March 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. The following proposi­ tions will be submitted to the voters; 1.) To permit the oper­ ation of ABC stores. For or Against 2.) To permit the sale of mixed beverages in hotels, restaurants, pri­ vate clubs, community theatres, and conven­ tion centers. For or Against The registration books will close on Friday, I work. Therefore, eye strain. Persons who are not certain of their registra­ tion status or their pre­ cinct location should contact the County Board of Elections in Jefferson. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 to 12 and 1 to 5. The phone number is 219-2570. Registration facilities and polling places are accessible to the elder­ ly and handicapped. In the case of a voter not being able to enter the polling place, they may vote curbside during the hours that the polls are open. Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. Canvass Day will be held at 11:00 AM in the Ashe County Board of Elections office in Jefferson on Tuesday March 13th, 2007. Dated this the 16th day of January 2007. Ralph G. Bare, Chairman Ashe County Board of Elections The Villon Council ol America lecuuimeud. rogulur eyo eium» lor you and your Inmlly lo oiuuro healthy viiion. I^ I Check Yearly See Clearly- • www.checkyearly.com Oportunidades. Alimentadas por Tyson™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products Las instalaciones de Tyson Foods, Inc., en Wilkesboro, Carolina del Norte esta buscando aspirantes calificados para ocar posiciones en todos sus turnos. Requisitos: Requirements: •18 years or older with work authorization •Mayores de 18 ahos con autorizacion de trabajo Tyson Foods' Benefits Include: •Salarios competitivos (comenzando en $8.85 por hora mas $.45 por trabajar en el segundo y tercer turno) •Excelente paquete de prestaciones •Vacaciones pagadas y 8 dias festivo pago •Plan para la jubilacion [401(k)J contribucion de compania •Plan de comprea de acciones contribucion de compania •Asociacion decreditos •Tienda familiar para los Companeros de Equipo de Tyson •Cafeteria •Oportunidadas dentro de La Compania Puede obtener solictud en La oficiana del empleo Employment Security Commission Las prestaciones de Tyson Foods incluyen: •Competitive wages (starting at $8.85 per hour with $.45 shift differential for second and third shifts) •Excellent benefits package •Paid vacation and 8 paid holidays •401(k) with company match •Stock Purchase Plan with company match •Credit Union •Tyson Family Store •Cafeteria •Opportunities within the company Please Apply In Person at Employment Security Commission www.tyson.com An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V Check out the Jefferson Post online at: www.jeffersonpost.com TOWN OF WEST JEFFERSON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING POSTED JANUARY 16, 2007 The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 5:40 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning map of the Town of West Jefferson. The request to annex the remaining par­ cels owned by Ashe Services for Aging into the Town of West Jefferson (19227-304, 19227-305, 19227-306, 19227-433), and also zone all the parcels that belong to them to include the parcel that has been already annexed (19227-303); Residential Agriculture (R-A). The request for annexation and zoning is requested by Ashe Services for Aging in order provide a 55 bed Adult Care Home for the residents of Ashe County. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 5:45 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning map of the Town of West Jefferson. The request to re-zone parcel that currently belongs to William "Bill" E. and Joann Woodic (19223-001-338) that is currently zoned Residential-15 (R-15) is requested to be re-zoned to Residential-7 (R-7) in order to accommodate "multi-family dwellings." Additionally, "Rocky Mountain Enterprise, LLC" (the developer that is buying the parcel from William "Bill" E. and Joann Woodie) would like the remaining segment of the parcel that lies outside the municipal limits of the Town of West Jefferson annexed into its municipal limits and zoned R-7. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 5:50 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning map of the Town of West Jefferson. The request to annex and zone as Residential-7 (R-7) parcel #19227-119-022 that currently belongs to James and Shirley Powers. The annexation and zoning were requested by James and Shirley Powers in order to receive Town services and to ensure the uses are consistent with the R-7 zoning district. Also, this zoning desig­ nation is consistent with the parcels of property that the parcel is contiguous with. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning map of the Town of West Jefferson. The request to annex and zone as Resi­ dential-7 (R-7) parcel #19227-119-023 that currently belongs to Virginia Brown. The annexation and zoning were requested by Virginia Brown in order to receive Town services and to ensure the uses of are consistent with the R-7 zoning district. Also, this zoning designation is consistent with the parcels of property that the parcel is contiguous with. le public is welcome to attend to offer comments, letter of the hearing will be sent to all the neighboring property owners. www.tyson.com An Equal Opportunity Employer, M / F / D / V (Empresa que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo para minorais, mujeres, personas con discapacidad y veteranos) TAX LISTING TIME As before, all owners of taxable property except tagged motor vehicles, must submit a listing to the Tax Assessor during the month of January. Also anyone making improvements or changes to real property this past year must report those changes to the Tax Assessor during the month of January. Failure to submit a timely listing will result in penalties in addition to the taxes owed. Listing forms will be mailed the end of December and listings will be accepted beginning January 2nd. Listing forms will only be sent to those individuals who listed personal property in the previous year. New business owners or anyone not receiving a listing form who has personal property to list or changes in real property to report may obtain a form at the Tax Assessor's office. All listing forms must be returned to the Assessor's office or postmarked by January 31 to avoid a 10% late listing penalty. Any person or business who needs an extension of time to complete their tax listing must request an extension by January 31, 2007. Such a request must be in writing and extensions will be granted for no longer than April 15, 2007. For anyone needing assistance in listing, you may come to the Tax Assessor's office Monday - Friday between 8:00 A.M. and 5:00 P.M., or call 219-2554. The Assessor's office is located in Suite 2200 of the new Courthouse in Jefferson. Persons who are either at least 65 years old or totally and permanently disabled, may apply for an exemption which will be the greater of 50% of the appraised value of their residence or $20,000. To qualify you must be a permanent resident of Ashe County and your disposable income must not exceed $20,500. If you are totally and permanently disabled a doctor's statement is required. If you have already applied and are receiving this exemption another application is not necessary unless your residence, income, or disability status has changed. If you need to apply, you may obtain an application at the Tax Assessor's office. The deadline for this application is June 1, 2007. REMEMBER - Real property is no longer required to be listed annually. Only improvements or changes to real property must be reported. - All taxable personal property except tagged motor vehicles must be listed in January as before. - Forms will only be sent to those who listed personal property the previous year. - New business owners that do not receive a listing form should contact the Assessor's office for instructions. - Anyone with questions may call 219-2554, or come by the Assessor's office in the new Courthouse. - Return or postmark all forms by January 31st to avoid a late listing penalty of 10%. Keith Little County Assessor Telephone (336) 219-2554 �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, JANUARY 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS 7th Grade 8th Grade Mackenzie Alee Avery Robert Barr Peyton Elise Brown Brittany N. Church Michaelyn Bard Cody Andrew Bare Courtney L. Bowers Holly Melissa Boyd Troy C. Colvard Mackenzie Domske Hannah C. Goodman Kole Allen Goss Landon Michela L. Elissa M. Stephanie Burwell Denise Karin Calhoun Ashley E. Carter Sarah Clampett a >n Seth Davis Miller Emily C. Phillips Allison D. Powers Ashley Morgan Powers Kimberly N. Ring Wesley Tyler Roten Dee Ann Seatz Makayla B. Spencer Zachary L. Thompson Meghan Rose Vannoy Sierra E. John Cline Edwards 'icky Jake Eller :hary G. Emerson Nathan Caleb Felkel Rachel L. Ferguson Lizzie Banes Sara K. Hartsog Ashley Honeycutt. Jessica Little Taylor Nicole Lyall Stephanie McVey Taylor J. Powers Seth Aaron Roten Joshua Ryan Sturgill Katie Lum Thore Jennifer M. Weaver Allison Diane Widner C. M. Winebarger Daniel Zeller &A/W Honor IMH A. Ambrose Bach Barker Joshua M. Barker Kendra Leah Bledsoe Misty Lynn Bledsoe Zacharv D. Blevins Chelsea L. Braceweil Deva Ashley Brooks Kendall N. Calhoun TA» .1 u. T School Ma ©mi® Alexis Faith Greene Garrett Lee Hall Emma Marie Ham Jessica Nicole Ham Rikki Michelle Ham Christopher Hamby Ella Renee Hartzog Nolan Wayde Hayworth Victoria Kay Hen son Alison G. Hershner Autumn Snow Huffman Kendra Leigh Hurley Heather Johnson Makayla N. Johnson Cassandra Lynn Jones Yecenia Ledezma Caleb Kenneth Lyalls Megan E. Malafronti Cathrine S. Malcolm John S. Malonev III Austin Morley Mast Lacey Marie Maxwell Brandi Nicole McCoy Mariah McCoy .. I Clay mm L Covington Jaclvn Cox Molly Mae Dawes Allison Belle Hay Beverly Dawn Day Justin Eric Farmer Dylan M. Freeman Michael Jimmy Funes Samuel Gonzalez Alexandria H. Greene Joshua A. Richardson Mariah 0. Richardson Zachary J. Richardson Katie Joann Roland Breanna Kensie Roten Kimberly Jean Seatz Robert Dayton Seatz Levi K. Shepherd Amber Renee Shumate John Wesley Sloan Angel E. Sluder Matthew Sean Spencer Christopher C. Taylor Sonny David Thomas , Taylor XTrivett Alexander VogI W. Courtney Walls Zachary D. Walter Lura Kaisey Walton ~ Collin McKey Weaver Earl Weaver Mariah Dawn Mc Vey Thomas Miles Ala Halia Miller Caitlin Miller Charels B Miller Ellizabeth Miller Misty Dawn Miller Jesse William Morton Deny Caleb Nixon William M Orr Alicia N. Osborne Chelsea N Osborne Steven F Osborne Johnathan J. Parker Savannali Patrick Tyler Logan Patrick Phillip Bryson Payne Kandice B. Phillips Neil Thomas Pkipps Jacob R. Pollard Brittany Sue Poole Melanie N. Potter Jus Meg* Mai COUNTY Ashe County Middle School honor roll KjOflH/Sli §®@DiW mm mm These animals are available for adoption. rMhm Cmmty MMdte & A/V Honor M Glenn Thomas Bailey Emily Ann Ballon Jessica Blaine Bard Joshua Allen Bare Kay!a Marie Barker Luke N. Barker Laura E. Barton Lakota Blevins C. Nichole Brooks , Kendra Calhoun Soto Diego S. Chico William R. Church: Christopher Cole Cody Allan Cook Tiffany M. Gozart Mathew Tanner Day Thomas P. Dintino Craig Dollar Caroline J. Edwards Dakota A. Elliott Andrew Ray Fanner Samuel Lee Gammons Whitney N. Goodman Sarah Louise Greene Jordan Brooke Greer Taylor Nichole Greer Chelsey Leann Hamm Orin Thomas Earless Emily Olivia Hartzog Jessica Lynn Hebson Heather Marie Hicks Chad N. Hopkins Skylar Jannetta Andrea E. Johnson Benjamin Lee Johnson Amethyst Joy Jones Randi Raynelle Jones Austin Dean Kate Kebrina Shae Keys Belen Maria Ledezma Kendrick R. Deeper Laura Kaylan Lewis? Andrew Graham Lopp Chance Austin Lucas Chelsea N. Mahala Mark A. Marquette Ashleigh McNeill Joshua Asher Meghoo Angela Grace Miller Brittany Neaves Justin Luke Neaves Sierra Brooke Neaves Ashley D. Osborne Joshua M. Pennington Autumn Brooke Poe Nathaniel D. Price Victoria Privett Kayla Chant al Reagan Zebulon K. Richardson Lynde Joy Ring Honor Ocean Ronstad Holly Ann Roten The students on this page have been select­ ed for the first semes­ ter Honor Roll at Ashe County Middle School. Students selected for the "A" Honor Roll have no grade lower than an "A." Students selected for the "A/B" Honor Roll have an average of "B" or bet­ ter with no grade lower than a "B." Congratula­ tions go out to these fine students. Zoe is an affectionate lab/ hound mix of 4 mos. old who has had positive results w/ house training but likes being outdoors also and will come with free doghouse. She has had first shots and rabies. Snookums is a 3 mo. olc grey/white kitten who was orphaned and bottle fed blue eyed bundles of fur of 9 weeks old who would love to come to a loving home. and veiy lovable. Must be an inside pet. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located between Little's Gym and SlyLine Telephone We also have pets available for adoption on our web site * www.asheburnanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com Credit Problems? Need a Car? 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RK-WDS Ol 11KI s «\\ I M-I.1 \l ! UK \ \[)S ()| 11KI. S • \\ I S1:1.1. \ 1 I, Hk \N I ,s (,| ||k, � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Ashe County, Noktii Cakouna slm e 1923 Volume 80, Issue 6 page 2B Parents, two others arrested in Whitetop by Jim Thompson Editor A three-state manhunt ended successfully early Wednesday afternoon as authorities recovered two children who had been abducted in Watauga County Saturday morning The four-day investigation began in Valie Crucia in Watauga County. At about 9:15 a.m. Saturday, authori­ ties say James Lee Canter, 29, and Alishia Ann Chambers, 18, appeared at a home there The couple allegedly abduct ed, at gunpoint, their two young children, who were in foster care at the home The children. James Paul Cham­ bers, 23 months, and B reanna Genevieve Chambers. 11 months, had been taken from Alishia Chambers by the Watauga County Department of Social Services after authorities allegedly discov- Back home Behind bars Photo courtesy of N.C. Department of Crime Control Paul Chambers (left), 23 months, and his 11-month-old sis­ ter Breanna are safely back In foster care. Ptioto courtesy of N.C. Department of Cnma Control James Lae Canter. 29. end Alishie Chambers. 18. their par­ ents. are behind bars In Independence. Va. cred a methamphetamine lab in their home on March 6, 2004 At that time, Alishia Chambers was arrested and charged with manufacturing methamphetamines. War­ for the Chambers infants reported the incident immedi­ ately Canter and Chambers traveled into Johnson County, Tenn., driving a Mercury Cougar rants were also issued against Canter, but he had eluded authorities for eight months. She was later released on bond. The family that was caring In Johnson County, their car was pulled over by a deputy for speeding When the officer was getting out of his patrol car. the two sped away from the scene After a chase, their vehicle was involved in an accident This led to a front wheel on the Cougar falling off They con­ tinued to drive, until finally abandoning the vehicle and fleeing on foot with the chil­ dren. A nfle and handgun were found by Tennessee authorities in the car The scene then shifted to Ashe County Acting on a tip, deputies went to a home on Baldwin Gap Road in the Green Valiey community, almost on the Tknneeaee line What they did not find was the fugitive parents—or any­ one else But whet was there was what Det Chris Miller of the Ashe County Sheriff's Office called, "one of the largest methamphetamine labs we have found " (See the etory below for full details on this and another meth lab butJ •rr Arreeln, page SA Two more meth labs busted by Jim Thompson Editor Authorities have shut down two more methamphet­ amine labs this month. The second lab was discovered during the search for two kidnapped children (see story, above). On Friday, Jan. 7, deputies, in coi\junction with manufacture a controlled summoned after one dog bit substance and possession of Deputy Chris Roten. He was n firearm by a felon. All treated and released at Aahe charges are felonies. Memorial Hospital. Jaclyn Carolyn Dittrick, Animal Control officers, 23. was charged with posses­ led by Jeff Jones, head of the sion with intent to sell or dis­ department, eventually tribute methamphetamine, rounded up six adult dogs and maintaining a dwelling and 11 puppies. In the place to manufacture a con­ process, they found a consid­ trolled substance. Both erable number of game hens Services, searched a home on Copeland Road in Warrensville. Social Services was involved in the case, said Det. Chria Miller of the Sher­ iff's Office, because of their belief that there were chil­ dren living in a home with a meth lab. As a result of the search, a meth lab was seized, along with firearms and an undis­ closed quantity of finished meth. The deputies arrested two people in connection with this search. Lester Gregory Jones, 20, was charged with possession with intent to sell or distribute methampheta­ mine, manufacturing methamphetamine, main­ taining a dwelling place to The custody disposition of the children found on the scene is pending. This past Saturday, Jan. 15, authorities were tipped that kidnappers James Lee Canter and Alishia Cham­ bers might be at a home on Baldwin Gap Road in the Green Valley community in Creston. Authorities went to the scene, and found evidence of a meth lab. Based on this, deputies guarded the site until a search warrant could be obtained. To complicate matters, the residents of the property— who were nowhere to be found—had a menagerie loose on the scene. Ashe County Animal Control was the Department of Social charges are feloniea. with their legs tn*d to stakes in the ground. A further search found the carcasses of about 25 dead birds, as well as a barn with dozens of game roosters and hens. According to Jones, the birds were badly neglected, and did not have food or water Cockfighting paraphrenalia was found on the scene, and charges are pending. When deputies and SBI agents entered the Baldwin Photo by Linda Burchette Gap Road home, they found Fleetwood resident John C. Miller, a retired Aahe County educator, was honored Monday what Det. Miller called "one of the largest meth labs we night during the Martin Luther King Day Calebratton at Aahe County Arts Center. have found in Ashe County* This was backed up with a video camera system that provided early warning if anyone approached the by Linda Burchette Every Voice and Sing* and a tary School teacher Eddie Assistant Editor rousing rendition of the "Bat­ Byert gave an emotional eee Meth, page SA It was an evening of cele­ tle Hymn of the Republic * presentation of excerpts from bration Monday at the Ashe They were accompanied by Martin Luther King Jr.'s *1 County Arts Center, honoring Diane Bryan on piano. Have a Dream* speech, the a man who gave his life in Ashe County High School words moving audience the non-violent pursuit of student Tiffany Boyd read a members to tears. It was par­ freedom and equality not just personal essay about Martin ticularly poignant to hear for his own race, but for all Luther King Jr. and his char­ this respected and popular Americans. repeat King's acteristics of peace, love, har­ educator The birthday of Martin mony, respect and determi­ words. "I have a dream that Luther King Jr. was celebrat­ nation. "Because of him we one day my children will be the national sanctioning organization. ed all across America with can be proud of who we are judged not by the color of This is not your tailgate barbecue speeches, parades, music and and what we are,* she said their skin but by the content event or your local barbecue happen­ prayer. Folks in Ashe County Educator Becky Marsten of their character * ing," an informational letter states. gathered to pay tribute to read excerpts from The Eddie's wife. Jackie, This is a major national event com­ this American hern and to a Delaney Sisters' Book of shared memories of her plete with professional barbecue teams local man whose life exempli­ Everyday Wisdom" published mother being raised with one from all over the United States compet­ fies the goals of King's quest. from letters and writings of of the well-known Civil ing for prize money and trophies." The celebration opened Raleigh natives Bessie and Rights leaders, and her own The sanctioned festivals are man­ •ith Ashe County Arts Coun­ Sadie Delaney These two sis­ experiences with prejudice aged and run according to a set of orga­ cil Executive Director Jane ters were among 10 siblings, and racism She said her par­ nizational rules and include profession­ Lonon thanking those in the daughters of a former ents had a dream that one al judges. The event will receive nation­ attendance for coming to cel­ slave, who with their sisters day she would be able to go al publicity in two mignr barbecue mag­ ebrate. She called Martin and brothers sought educa­ anywhere without seeing a azines. Luther King Jr. "one of our tion and careers. One of the sign that stated "Whites These national barbecue events are heroes, one of our American sisters taught science in Only* Lots of her family and increasing in popularity, and this is the heroes * and praised local cit­ schools in New York City and friends had their own first event of its type in this area of izens for continuing hia the other was a dentist They dreams, and are pursuing North Carolina," the letter continues. example of equality in peace lived to be well past 100, and them today thanks to the "It has the ability to become the largest and harmonv their quotations were gath­ civil rights fought for and Rev Curtis Wolfe offered ered into a book that won by those brave people of event in this entire area over time." Organizers include Jim Cain. Bert an invocation, and a group of Marsten said captured the four decades ago community singers led the interest and imagination of Dollar, Ed Kline and Warren Miller. The struggle against racism continues even today The idea for this festival came from audience in performing the her students National Negro Hymn "Lift Mountain View Elemen­ •*» King, page SA wr BBQ. page SA Ceremony honors M.L. King Monday meeting set on county BBQ festival by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Let's barbecue! Winter may have finally set in, but anytime is a good time to think about the great taste of barbe­ cue. And a group of folks in Ashe Coun­ ty are thinking about and planning a whole new festival to celebrate this pop­ ular tradition. Anyone interested in helping with the First Annual Ashe County Barbecue Festival is invited to attend an organi­ zational meeting on Monday. Jan. 24 in the Family Central (old Ashe Central High School) conference room from 6 to 8 p.m. The festival is being planned for Labor Day weekend, to be held that Fri­ day and Saturday on the football field of Family Central with barbecue and craft vendors, music and more. Organizers have received approval for the festival to be sanctioned through the Barbecue Society of Kansas City, Contact Us By mail: P Jcffmon OM P.O. Box 808 W Jefferson. NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@iefrersonpost.com rirrulation@)ef?ereonpoet com classified@ieffersonpost.com editorial@jef!erson post com Children's Trust Fund Dinner, Dance set The third Annual Children's Trust Fund Din­ ner/Dance fundraiser will be held at Jefferson Landing on Saturday. Feb. 12, beginning at 6:30 p.m. with dinner and ending with dancing to the music of Donnie Story and The Fried Pies until midnight. All proceeds go to benefit the Ashe County Children's Trust Endowment Fund. The Ashe County Children's Trust Endow­ ment is devoted to the support of Ashe County Partnership for Children (ACPC) and Ashe County 4-H programs. The endowment commit­ tee strives to build a permanent unrestricted endowment, which will provide direct financial resources for programs conducted by the Ashe County 4-H and ACPC to enrich the quality of life for all children in Ashe County. Funds contributed to the endowment are invested to insure support for years to come for programs for children ages birth to 19 in Ashe County. Some things made possible since its creation: • Evacuation cnbs for infants in day care setting • Garden supplies for children's gardening projects • Camp scholarships • College applications for migrant students • Physical education programs and equip­ ment. For more information on the endowment and how to get tickets for this great night of dinner, dancing and fun. or special accommodations, call 219-2650 or 336-982-4588 �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2005 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS New manager at Skyland Books to be introduced Saturday Carolina West to hold grand opening Friday Carolina West Wireless will celebrate the Grand Opening of their new retail location in West Jefferson on Friday, January 21 and Saturday, January 22. Events will kick off with a Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting on Friday at 10:00am. A live remote will be held on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The new store located at 1447 Mount Jefferson Road in the Wal-Mart Shopping Center offers consumers the Helenmarie Reavis, for­ mer owner of the Garden Gate Cafe, will be intro­ duced to the community as the new manager of the Skyland Books, Saturday January 22 at the store. Patty and A1 Wheeler, storeowners, will host a reception from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. for Helenmarie. The public is invited. Helenmarie came to Ashe County 21 years ago from New Jersey. She also worked as sales manager with Shoe added con­ venience of two locations and a great selection of phones, including the popular, new camera phone, and acces­ sories. Carolina West Wireless will both be offering special promo­ tions Friday and Saturday only and then specials during the two hour remote on Saturday including a free phone and 50% off any acces­ sory in stock. During the two day grand opening celebration, Carolina West Wireless will also offer their prepay product at a discounted price. The com­ munity is invited to visit the new store during the grand opening and register to win a television with home theater system, camera phone and prepay package. For more information on Carolina West Wireless, call 336-973-5000 or visit online at www.carolinawest.com. Show for seven years. "We are delighted to wel­ come Helenmarie as manag­ er of Skyland Books," said Patty Wheeler. "With her enthusiasm and love of books, I know that all of our customers will enjoy getting to know her." "I am excited about this opportunity and am glad to be back in downtown West Jefferson," said Helenmarie. " I am looking forward to seeing a lot of friends." Blue Ridge Parkway accepting applications The Blue Ridge Parkway is now accepting applications for the following temporary position: Maintenance Worker, WG-4749-05 (Multiple Positions) Salary: $12.81 - $14.94; Vacancy Announcement Number: BLRI-DE-05-103. Closing Date: January 28, 2005. Applications will be accepted from all qualified individuals and must be postmarked by the closing date of January 28. Major duties include a variety of park maintenance and repair on buildings, struc­ tures, grounds, roads, trails and other facilities. Multiple positions may be filled from this announce­ ment at locations in the Highlands District of the Blue Ridge Parkway. 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KEITH LITTLE COUNTY ASSESSOR TELEPHONE (336)219-2554 4 Norman Cheek's TTl ^x ji 1 * |"| Yj' i" II yjf * jm II I SALES HOURS fJ Monday - Saturday 8:00am-6:00pm ^ ^ P| | | P| II I | 828-264-1491 ' fL 1-800-559-1491 SERVICE HOURS Monday • Friday 8:00am-5:30pm Saturday 8:00am-1:00pm 665 East King Stree Street Downtown Boone The Little Dealer With The BIG Heart! r �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3A FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2005 LIFESTYLES Bare/Fink wed in September Cindy Bare and Billy Fink were united in marriage in a double-ring ceremony on September 25, 2004 at Welcome Home Baptist Church in Jefferson. The brother of the bride, Tim Bare, officiated. The bride is the daughter of Jerry and Nellie Bare of Jefferson. The bridegroom is the son of Joyce Fink and Dale Calhoun of Jefferson, and Tommy Fink of Warrensville. The matron of honor was the bride's sister, Teresa Miller. Buzzy Calhoun served as his brother's best < man. Michael Fink, brother of the groom, and Adam Milner, nephew of the groom, served as ushers. The bride's niece, Natalie Bare, was the flower girl, and Andrew Brady, nephew of the bride, was the ring bearer. Elise and Emily Bare, both nieces of the bride, presided at the guest regis­ ter. Pianist for the ceremony was the bride's brother, Rick Bare. Photographer was Susan Roark, and videographer was Bryan Calhoun. The bride chose a onepiece Italian matte satin gown with asymmetrical waist, and corset back with a sweep train. The entire gown was embellished with Swarovski crystals, bugle beads, sequins, glass beads and seed beads. The gown also featured a matching stole and purse. To complete her ensemble the bride chose a Swarosvski crystal tiara. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her son Nicholas Bare and father, Jerry Bare. The church was decorated with ferns, can­ dlelight and pink roses. It was a very traditional wed­ ding. The couple honeymooned in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. They will reside in West Jefferson. Baby News Cindy and Billy Fink Greene/Earley to wed Harold and Brenda Greene of Fleetwood are proud to announce the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter Melissa Deanne Greene to W.E. Earley, son of Ernestine Earley of Clyde, N.C. Melissa is the maternal granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arlie Miller of Grassy Creek. Paternal grandpar­ ents are Mr. and Mrs. Riley Greene of Deep Gap. The bride elect is a 1999 graduate of Western Carolina University with a BS degree in Criminal Justice. She is currently employed at Haywood Electric Membership Coop. W.E. is the maternal grand­ son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Trantham of Waynesville. He is selfemployed. The wedding is planned for Saturday, April 2, 2005 at 2 p.m. at Stony Fork Baptist Church, Deep Gap. Kim and Jamie Osborne Todd announce the birth of weighed 7 lbs. 10 oz. Riley Stuart on January 13, at would like to announce the their daughter, Shelby Lynnea Kristen Miller and Justin Watauga Medical Center. He birth of their daughter, Kaylan Barker on January 11, at Stuart of Lansing announce weighed 7 lbs. 2 oz. Faith, born on November 11, Watauga Medical Center. She the birth of their son, Caden 2004 at Watauga Medical Center. She weighed 7 lbs., 2 oz. and was 18.5 inches long. She was welcomed home by You can be lined up to $10,000 for illegal open burning in N.C. her big brother Logan. Her Smoke from open burning can cause serious health problems and grandparents are Rex Houck pollute the air. That's why the state regulates open burning. Only and the late Geraldine Houck leaves, branches or other plant growth can be burned. of Grassy Creek and Donald and Judy Dollar of North Wilkesboro and the late Jim • Garbage, paper and cardboard Osborne of Creston. • Tires and other rubber products Regina and Bryan Hudson of • Building materials, including lumber Deep Gap would like to • Wire, plastics and synthetic materials announce the birth of their • Asphalt shingles and heavy oils son, Bryan Dylan Hudson, on January 8, at Watauga Medical • Paints, household chemicals and agricultural products Center. He weighed 6 lbs. 7 oz. Homeowners can burn yard trimmings - excluding logs and stumps - if it's allowed under local Carla and Matt Williams of ordinances, no public pickup is available and it doesn't cause a public nuisance. Other allowable West Jefferson would like to burning includes campfircs, outdoor barbecues and bonfires for festive occasions. Landowners announce the birth of their also can open burn vegetation to clear land or rights-of-way, provided that: son, Evan Williams on January • Prevailing winds arc away from built up areas and roads 10, at Watauga Medical Center. • Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings He weighed 6 lbs. 9 oz. • Burning is done between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Melissa and Anthony Hamm Remember, burn permits issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources, its agents or any local of Lansing announce the birth government do not excuse a person from following these state air quality rules. of their daughter, Vanessa Lea For more information, contact: Hamm on January 11, at Winston-Salem Regional Office, Division of Air Quality Watauga Medical Center. She N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources weighed 7 lbs. 3 oz. Phone: (336) 771-4600 Alice and Willard Barker of (This ad paid tor by a violator ot the open burning law.1) Don't Get Burned! 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Most of the Confederate States had been subdued by force at an appalling cost to both sides. Thousands upon thousands were dead, thou­ sands more maimed, and— even by those days stan­ dards—millions of dollars in property destroyed. By the time Lincoln took the oath 140 years ago, it was obvious the Union would prevail. Time was running out for the remain­ ing Confederate armies in the field. Lincoln—like his Southern counterpart Jef­ ferson Davis—knew the terrible conflict was almost over. Facing the challenge of reuniting the divided nation, Lincoln ended his remarks this way: "With malice toward none, with charity for all, with firm­ ness in the right as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the nation's wounds, to care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow and his orphan, to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and last­ ing peace among ourselves and with all nations." With these words, Lin­ coln rejected the calls from within his own party for vengeance against the South. Tragically, he would not live to reunite the nation. This Thursday, Presi­ dent George W. Bush took the oath of office for the second time in Washington, D.C. He begins his second term with the nation more divided than at any time since Lincoln spoke. The most recent polls show Bush with little more than 50 percent approval rating. His Iraq policies are sup­ ported by a minority of the public, as are his call for Social Security reform and making certain tax cuts permanent.His ratings are better on the War on Ter­ rorism and national securi­ ty, helping to balance the other numbers. The reality, however, is that the nation is almost evenly divided between what have come to be called "Blue" and "Red" states. While the South and inland West are Red, the North­ east, much of the Midwest and the Pacific Coast are Blue. This is a highly danger­ ous situation. We go to press before Bush delivers his speech, but there is a desperate need for him to reiterate the sentiments of his great predecessor. It is, indeed, time again "to bind up the nation's wounds." Jefferson, 1787 The real news about Social Security Sometimes the news makes me laugh out loud. Here's a good one: "On Social Security," reported The New York Times, "45 percent said a proposal to permit people to invest their Social Security withholding money in pri­ vate accounts was a bad idea: 49 percent said it was a good idea." Get it? The NYT/CBS poll cited here asked people whether they would like to have a choice about what happens to their tax dollars. No wonder almost half said yes. What the pollsters inad­ vertently left out of the question was the down side: big cuts in Social Security benefits. That's right, according to Reform Plan 2 of the careful­ ly misnamed "President's Commission to Strengthen Social Security," this partial privatization would mean a sizeable loss of benefits for most Americans. A 20-year-old just enter­ ing the labor force would lose 34 percent of his or her expected benefits under this plan. This would amount to almost $134,000 over a life­ time of retirement. He would have a chance to gain back, on average, about $47,000 of this from an individual account — provided the stock PAGE 4A FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2005 YOU KNOW, X LIKED IT BETTER WHEN IT W6 unseasonably WPKM.m dOLT> "SNAP a n d have a chance at gett i n g back a fraction of that from a private account? That's for the young workers. The amount of the cuts decreases as you move up the age ladder, but the plan still provides a net loss for the vast majority of Ameri­ cans. How many people do you think would say yes to a deal like that? But that's the deal that President Bush appears to be offering. His commis­ sion, which unlike other such bodies was stacked market doesn't tank just in with people who favor priva­ tization, came up with three time for his generation's plans. Mr. Bush hasn't retirement, like it tanked explicitly chosen one, but from 2000 to 2002. For the next poll, here is a shortly after the November 2 more accurate question: election, he indicated that he would you like to see your is talking about Reform Plan Social Security retirement 2. Note to journalists coverbenefits cut by 34 percent, ing this issue: let's get the headline news up front. Big cuts to create private accounts, and for what? So that people can invest some of their Social Security taxes in a stock index fund? We already have a number of means by which people can take their earnings tax-free and put them in the stock market, such as Individual Retirement Accounts or 401 (k) accounts. Yet less than 5 percent of employees are taking full advantage of these opportu­ nities. It would be a good idea for the Federal government to make such retirement sav­ ings accounts more univer­ sally and cheaply available. But there is no need to raid Social Security, and cut ben­ efits, to do that. Nor is there any reason to "fix" Social Security any time soon. According to the numbers used by everyone, including the President's Commission, Social Security can pay all promised bene­ fits for the next 38 years without any changes at all. The non-partisan Con­ gressional Budget Office just upped that estimate to 48 years. By either measure, Social Security is in better finan­ cial shape that it has been for most of its 69-year histo­ ry. Any shortfall that might occur forty or fifty years from now will is easily man­ ageable, and less than we have dealt with in the past, when we had much less income. Yet Social Security "reformers" have spent the last decade and a half con­ vincing most of the public that Social Security is in dire straits. Now they offer us a plan that will cut bene­ fits, add untold hundreds of billions of dollars to our already oversized federal budget deficits, and increase Social Security's administra­ tive costs more than ten­ fold. And for what? Mark Weisbrot is co-direc­ tor of the Center for Econom­ ic and Policy Research, in Washington, D.C. Capitalism faces challenges of bad promises Post Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Sub­ scription rates $31.31 plus $2.19 tax in-county delivery; $27.57 plus $1.93 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $41.12 plus $2.88 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Linda Burchette Sports Reporter Shane Hopkins Copy Editor Kristi Shepherd Office Manager Data Input Geraldine Hartzog Dawna Benedict Classified Manager Advertising Sales Peggy Benson Teresa Roark Laws Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Jon Blackwelder Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Eric Johnson, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Josh Poe, Steve Burchette, Kirsten Hart, Joseph Howell. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2005 by Jefferson Times'Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Journalism sometimes involves reporting to readers the considerable importance to them of something they never knew existed. Such as the 30year-old Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. Its existence may be necessary, but it causes "moral hazard" and is per­ tinent to the debate about how to guar­ antee the benefits of the biggest pension system, Social Security. The PBGC is a government entity created in 1974 after some bankruptcies left thousands of retirees without pen­ sions. The PBGC insures—but not com­ pletely—companies' pension funds. Since 1991 companies with pension plans have been billed $19 annually for every worker and retiree covered by the plans. The money—about $1 billion a year—funds the PBGC. Last week the Bush administration endorsed increasing the annual assess­ ment to $30—and more for financially shaky companies. This is because the agency's $8 billion surplus in 2001 has become a $23 billion deficit, a reversal largely the result of the airline indus­ try's crisis, the worst of which is still to come. United Airlines and US Airways are two of the so-called "legacy" carriers, the older airlines—older than the low-cost newcomers such as Southwest. In 2002 the five strongest legacy carriers had costs of $95,500 per employee. South­ west had costs of $59,100. The older carriers are being driven to, or over, the threshold of bankruptcy by the weight of their pay and pension costs. Some of these commitments were made before the new low-cost carriers made it impossible for the legacy carri­ ers to pass on high costs to their cus­ tomers, and some were made to buy short-term labor peace because strikes could destroy the companies. The PBGC is taking over the pilots' pension plan of United and will soon have all of US Airways' pensions, just as in recent years it took over many from the steel industry. Three other airlines are in bankruptcy court to dissolve imprudent labor contracts. No legacy airline can compete with another that has dumped its pension burdens in the government's lap. Some, perhaps most, legacy carriers could be one spike in fuel costs— meaning serious terrorism against oil production facili­ ties—from extinc­ tion. Moral hazard exists when govern­ ment policy creates >rge incentives that make bad behavior rational. One example is the policy of bailing out countries whose reckless spending policies are encouraged by banks' reckless lending. Another exam­ ple is a PBGC that assumes substantial responsibility for pension promises that companies have found convenient to make. The PBGC will reduce its potential contribution to moral hazard by increas­ ing fees paid by companies with poor credit ratings. Even more important, the administration wants the PBGC empowered to prevent financially par­ lous companies from making pension promises they are apt to eventually make a government burden. All this could cause some companies to abandon defined-benefit plans, in which the amount of benefits paid to a retiree is fixed in advance in accordance with the plan's formula. The PBGC probably is necessary to ease the political friction that must attend what the airline industry must eventually experience—a radical reduc­ tion of excess capacity. Eventually this should mean the liquidation of one or more of the major airlines that have stayed aloft by finding refuge in bank­ ruptcy courts. But this reduction of fric­ tion takes a toll on America's economic system. Three decades ago sociologist Daniel Bell postulated the "cultural contradic­ tions of capitalism." He meant that cap­ italism, by its success, subverts its cul­ tural prerequisites. At first capitalism depended on a Protestant asceticism— thrift, deferral of gratification, industriousness. But capitalism produces wealth, and a shift from production to consumption—the marketing of hedo­ nism—as the economy's motor. The ban­ ishment of asceticism by acquisitive­ ness means the systematic inflamma­ tion of appetites and the undermining of stern capitalist virtues. The PBGC's increasing importance may herald a new cultural contradiction of capitalism in the context of today's increasingly fierce competitive market­ place, and of the regulatory, also known as welfare, state. Today's contradiction is this: Market forces, including the gales of globalization, prod capitalist entities, in their pursuit of efficiencies necessary for survival, to shed pensions. This heightens the entire public's sense of insecurity. But the welfare state exists to assuage insecurities. So this dynamic of capitalism draws the economy deeper into regulation, overruling market forces that make possible capitalism's rational allocation of wealth and oppor­ tunity. Hence capitalism's dynamism, a virtue that entails insecurity, reduces capitalism's virtues. The financial fragility of the highly visible airline industry may be spread­ ing an infection of insecurity about pen­ sion promises generally. This should not, but probably will, complicate the task of persuading the public to make necessary changes in Social Security. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The sub­ ject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be lim­ ited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and community will be pub­ lished. Letters must not be libelous and no poetry will be accepted for publica­ tion. Please address: To the Editor, Jeffer­ son Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @ jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2005 PACE 5A FROM THE FRONT Van needed to transport True veterans to VAhospital beu?k98 by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe County veterans are seeking the community's assistance in purchasing a van for transportation to area VA Hospitals. Veterans have been driving each other to the hospitals in Johnson City, Tenn., and Asheville, but many are now at the age where they themselves need help with transportation. Volunteers are willing, but wheels are needed. Ralph "Buddy" Greer, Commander of the Disabled American Veterans Chapter 80 in Ashe County, reports that the chapter has so far raised $14,099 toward the proposed van, a 2005 Ford Freestar, at a cost of $20,599. They still need $6,500 and are asking local businesses and anyone willing to donate for assistance in reaching the purchase price. "With more than 2,500 veterans in Ashe County, transportation to the VA Hospital has become a prob­ lem," Greer states in a letter to local business owners. "Veterans who drove other veterans to the hospital in the past are now at the age where they need assistance themselves. The DAV Chap­ ter 80 and other veterans organizations in Ashe Coun­ ty have been trying to solve this problem." Greer says that the DAV has a chance to purchase a van through the DAV National _ Transportation Network. This vehicle would be assigned to the local VA Hospital and kept in Ashe County. All maintenance, insurance and fuel costs for the vehicle would be covered by the federal government. The local veterans would still be responsible for insurance for the volunteer driver and his/her meals on the road. "We are attempting to raise the remaining money needed through our local businesses," Greer states. "The local veterans would like to take this moment to thank you for your past donations, and we would greatly appreciate any dona­ tion you could make toward our current campaign." They hope to be able to purchase the van in February. Those willing to donate can contact Greer at 336-9823743. Or write to: Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 80, do Ralph Greer, Com­ mander, P.O. Box 672, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Tax I.D. number for the tax deductible donation is 310898186. A meth lab was discovered in a storage area of a garage building separate from the home. Warrants have now been issued for the residents of the home. At press time, they had not been apprehended. In addition to meth charges, they will likely face charges 4of animal cruelty and cockfighting. Meth continued from front page home. Apparently, it did its job, as authorities found signs of a quick departure by whoever was in the home. The television was on, as were lights. degree and taught in Ashe County for many years. He taught at the Bristol School until integration came to Ashe and students there went to other public schools. Miller finished his career at Northwest Ashe High School. Today, in his late 80s, he teaches Sunday School and is active in church, walks every day and loves to fish and work crossword puzzles. This quiet, dignified gen­ tleman said he had never heard in Ashe County a derogatory word toward him­ self or any other black per­ son. "That says a lot for Ashe County," he .said. "They are good people who are always willing to meet you half way." He credits his parents and the people he worked with for helping shape his life and making it successful. The audience rewarded him with a standing ovation. The celebration concluded with a special performance from professional musician and storyteller Charlotte Blake who played the kora, a traditional West African instrument, as she told a story, and the group singing the African American spiritu­ al "We Shall Overcome." peting, but we want them to sell to the public, too," Miller said. "The profes­ sionals mostly offer beef barbecue, but we are also inviting local organiza­ tions like the fire depart­ ments to sell barbecue and maybe we could have an informal taste compe­ tition among them." Local organizations are known for their chick­ en barbecue, and Miller also noted that other folks have offered barbe­ cued goat and rabbit. Organizers would like to encourage different types of barbecue for this festi­ val. Other activities would include a variety of music, crafts, dancers, and perhaps even a talent show. "We want to get as many people involved as possible," he said. "The idea behind this festival is promoting Ashe Coun­ tyAnyone with interest and ideas is invited to attend the organizational meeting. Volunteers will be needed in a variety of areas including publicity, safety, traffic and crowd control, security, enter­ tainment, vendors, trash collection and disposal, insurance, trophies and prize money, announcer and public address sys­ tem, restroom facilities, bagged ice to sell to con­ testants, computer and supplies, site preparation and repair, motel accom­ modations, campgrounds, and children's activities. Organizers are also looking for partners, sup­ porters and contributors. Artist Stephen Shoemak­ er is creating a logo for the festival and there will be an opportunity for sponsors to have their names and/or logos fea­ tured on the festival's website (which is being developed), advertising brochures, flyers, shirts and aprons. For more information, contact Bert Dollar at 846-8473 (day) or 9822833 (evening) or Jim Cain at 877-1156. continued from front page David Boone," said Miller. "He talked to Bert Dollar and Jim Cain about doing something different and if it made money that would go. to charity. Any proceeds would be given to local charities, so we are trying to get them involved with volunteer­ ing and they could set up booths for fundraising. We've sent letters to vol­ unteer organizations and charities inviting them to participate." Miller said the former football field at Family Central could hold about 100 vendors. This would include the barbecue and craft vendors. Organizers are in the process of preparing vendor applica­ tions. He expects there will be a small vendor fee and a minimal admission fee to the festival. Pro­ ceeds raised would be divided among local char­ ities. Those participating in the official barbecue com­ petition would compete for points toward desig­ nation of a national champion. "Some do this just for the sake of com­ Photo courtesy of HeleMarie Reavis Irene Reavis, a resident of Segraves Care Center, celebrat­ ed her 98th birthday (Jan. 18) with family and friends during a party held this past Sunday. Those attending included grandsons, from left: Clark Reavis of Fleetwood, Chuck Reavis of Jefferson, and Hank Reavis of Statesville. member of the Jefferson Methodist Church and was very involved in church business. She was known around town by the automo­ bile she drove—a green Lin­ coln Town Car. A true "Southern Belle," Irene grew up in the early 1900s in a world of debu­ tantes and cotillions where ladies met for tea and wore hats and white gloves. She and her husband traveled a great deal, and he enjoyed regular trips out west to hunt and fish with Basil Barr, another legendary local figure known for his adventures and his beauti­ ful woodwork, some of which today graces the homes of Irene and Ralph's descendants. Arrests continued from front page continued from front page as Patricia Horton recalled an incident only a few years ago when she was denied a room at a hotel even though she had a reservation while a white person arriving at the same time was given a room. She also encountered segre­ gation at a hospital when she was young and racism when she was seeking employ­ ment. The program then paid tribute to John C. Miller, a native of Ashe County who attended elementary school in a one-room schoolhouse, completed high school and college, earned a master's by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Irene Reavis celebrated her 98th birthday this week (Jan. 18) with a party on Sunday with family and friends visiting her at Segraves Care Center in Jeffer­ son. A native of Hickory, Irene and her husband, the late Ralph Reavis, first came to Ashe County in the late 1950s and moved here per­ manently in the late 1960s. An accomplished business­ man, Ralph Reavis was one of the first to cultivate Fraser fir Christmas trees in Ashe County. He and Fred Colvard are credited with starting the multi-mil­ lion dollar business this industry has grown into today. Ralph later sold his Christmas tree business to Hal Gimlin who operates today as Omni Farms. Irene and Ralph have two sons, nine grandchil­ dren and 16 great grand­ children. They were mar­ ried for 55 years before Ralph passed away about 15 years ago. Irene is a After detecting evidence of a meth lab, deputies guarded the home overnight until a search warrant could be obtained. Warrant in hand, they entered the residence to find signs that whoever was there had left quickly. Lights and a television were still on. There was a possible clue to the hasty departure: the deputies found a video cam­ era system that provided an early warning if anyone approached the home. Authorities in the three states worked over the week­ end and into the early part of the v^eek looking for clues. An Amber Alert was issued Sat­ urday, and the case was soon receiving national attention. But Canter and Chambers remained elusive—and there were concerns that Canter had already successfully remained on the run for eight months. A major breakthrough in the case happened early Wednesday morning. A tip to the Sheriff's Office said that Canter and Chambers were at a home on Doggett Road in West Jefferson. With them, the tipster said, were the two children and an adult couple. To top it off, authorities also learned the licence plate number of the car—a black 2000 Ford—they were driv­ ing. Det. Peyton Colvard stressed the importance of the Doggett sighting. "We learned they had left there about 9:30 a.m., and we had missed them by an hour at most. But we had been a day, and then a day and a half behind them. Now we narrowed that to an hour." The vehicle description and plate number were trans­ mitted to authorities and media across the region. Just before noon, less than three hours after the two couples Canter and Chambers face left Doggett Road, the news a variety of state and, possi­ came that the region was bly, federal charges in the waiting for: Watauga, Ashe abduction. In addition, the and Grayson County deputies charges of manufacturing had searched a home in the methamphetamine remain. Whitetop community in Vir­ Also arrested were Jeff ginia and found the suspects Brown, who authorities said and the two children—safe. was Canter's cousin, and San­ Acting on a tip, the dra Woodards. They face deputies went to a mobile charges as accessories after home on School House Road. the fact. All four were trans­ They found nothing at first, ported to Grayson County jail but then fanned out to search. in Independence, pending The black Ford was spotted at extradition to Watauga Coun­ ty (at least for iCartter and another home. When authori­ ties entered, Canter—who Chambers). The. children were had shaved his face and returned to foster care by late head—claimed to be someone else. Chambers, meanwhile, afternoon Wednesday. The tried to hide with the children foster family remains under police protection. in a bathtub. Both were quickly arrested. SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM Theatre One GlGlGlE Are We PG Theatre Two E1G1E1E El GIG1' Elektra MOVIE SCHEDULE FOR JANUARY 21 - 27,2005 The Ashe County Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, February 7, 2005 beginning at 3:35 p.m. at the Ashe County Courthouse. The purpose of the hearing will be to entertain public comment concerning proposed revisions to the Communications Towers Ordinance. Citizens are invited to attend. Please contact Planning Director Zach Edwardson at 336-219-2529 with questions pertaining to the proposed revisions. Ann Clark Clerk to the Board 01/21/05 Laser Skin Enhancement — jk m m watm • _ Laser Spider Vein Removal • Botox Treatments Laser Hair Removal • Microdermabrasion Gift Certificates Now Available MONDAY1THRUTHURSDW7:30AM-7:30PM FRIDAY 7:30AM-3:30PM / SATURDAYS 8:OOAM-NOON ashe — . 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They care is R.S.V.P. to Mount Ver­ email them to newrivercook- the month at 12 noon. fun and flexible classes taught meet every Tuesday from 9 a.m. non Baptist Church office 828- books® yahoo.com The Friday "Boogie" Nights by metalsmith-sculpture artist - noon. For more information, 266-9700 by Friday before the Announcing Ashe Freecycle! continue in Valdese. It's great Tom Wooten. Combining tradi­ call Misti at 982-8851. Spon­ Monday meeting. They meet at The goal of Ashe Freecycle is to family entertainment and tional blacksmithing techniques sored by the Ashe Partnership Mount Vernon Baptist Church. reduce waste by connecting in­ music. Also the classic car/truck with individual creativity, stu­ for Children and Smart Start. Registration is now open for dividuals who are throwing cruise in Valdese is still happen­ dents will shape a steel toma­ The USDA-Natural Re­ Distance Education credit away goods with others who ing on Friday nights and Classic hawk under forge & anvil, then sources Conservation Ser­ courses. North Carolina State are seeking them. Whether Carriage offers the horse-drawn temper, haft and sharpen. All vices is currently accepting ap­ University Spring 2005 Dis­ you're looking to discard or ac­ carriage rides. For more infor­ levels are welcome, from begin­ plications for the 2005 Environ­ tance Education registration, for quire an item, Ashe Freecycle is mation, call 828-879-2129. ners to the more experienced mental Quality Incentives Pro­ credit courses, is open to all the way to do it. For more infor­ A reunion for 1992 graduates (ages 16 & older). Located at gram. The EQIP Program pro­ students, faculty and staff. mation Fiddler Forge Studio in Jeffer­ visit of Beaver Creek High School vides farmers and landowners Courses are offered through the groups.yahoo.com/group/ is being put together. Please son, the two day workshop is of­ cost share funding to imple­ office of NC State Distance Ed­ ashe_freecycle/ or www. freecy- contact Curt Pritchard at 276- fered every Wednesday & ment conservation practices on ucation: http://distance.ncsu. cle.org 233-0613 if you can help him lo­ Thursday evenings and contin­ their land. The final batching pe­ edu/. These programs enable The Ashe Pregnancy Care cate the people in the class so ues through the fall. $150 (in­ Fun for Fours is a new par­ riod deadline for applications for students to enroll in college- Center and Angels in the he can put together a mail-out cludes materials). Classes are ent/child playgroup for four and the year 2005 is February 18, credit courses online over the Attic is in need of diapers of all listing. small so pre-registration & de­ five year olds and is a great way 2005. If you would like to apply Internet, on CD ROM, through sizes and baby wipes. The 1959 graduates of Ashe Cen­ posit are required. For more in­ to get your kids ready for for EQIP funding then come by VCR tapes, on the Cooperating Mom's Cabinet is in need of tral High School-after 45 formation call 336-982-4254 or kindergarten! The group meets your local NRCS office and fill Raleigh Colleges Educational candles, books, makeup, baby years wouldn't it be nice to get 877-3998. at Family Central Play Center our at application. Channel, or other media. Infor­ shampoo, etc. They are also together again? If interested The Tomorrow Group, a sup­ every Thursday from 9 - 10:30 Registration is now open for mation about registration along looking for donations for the call 423-727-8856 or 336-246- port group for female survivors a.m. For more information, call Distance Education Credit with a list of course offerings, thrift shop. Christmas items, 9735. We'll put it together for a of incest meets each Monday Misti at 982-8851. Sponsored Courses. North Carolina State may be found on the web at household items, what-nots, wonderful reunion. morning at 9 a.m. Call 982by the Ashe Partnership for University spring 2005 Distance http://distance.ncsu.edu/regis- clothes, etc. Please come by Cub Scouts Pack 214 meets 8851 for more information. Children and Smart Start. Education registration, for cred­ tration, or by calling the NC and drop off your donations: every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Mountain Hearts Center for Prevention and Wellness, AMH, Tons of Fun for Twos and it courses, is now open to all State University Office at 1-866- Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m. the West Jefferson United offers Pulmonary Rehabilita­ Threes! If you have children students, faculty and staff. GO-STATE. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m. Methodist Church. Call Cindy ages 2 and 3, a new playgroup Courses are offered through the Power Wheelchairs available! .until 3 p.m. The attic is open on Eller for more information 877- tion. This medically supervised program is designed to assist has formed just for you and office of NC State Distance Ed­ The Three Wishes Inc. Program Fridays but the center is closed. 2676. people who have COPD, em­ them. It meets at the Family ucation: distance.ncsu.edu/. makes available to Senior Citi­ 111 North Main Street, Jeffer­ Veterans of Foreign Wars physema, chronic bronchitis, Central Play Center every These programs enable stu­ zens and the Permanently Dis­ son. Call them at 846-4100. would like to invite any eligible asthma, and many other lung Thursday from 10:30 - noon. dents to enroll in college-credit abled Power Wheelchairs at no Best kept secret in Giendale veteran to come join their post. Come check it out. You won't re­ courses online over the inter­ cost to the recipient, if they Springs! "Second Cup," open They meet every third Tuesday problems. Please call 336-2460744 for more information. net, on CD Rom, through VCR qualify. The Power Wheelchairs Tuesday, Wednesday, and at 6:30 p.m. They are located on gret it. For more information, Yoga, Aerobics and Swim call Misti at 982-8851. Spon­ tapes, on the Cooperating are provided to those who can­ Thursday, 9 a.m. - noon. Come Ashe Park Road in the red, Classes are held at Mtn. sored by the Ashe Partnership Raleigh Colleges Education not walk and cannot self-propel by for a second cup of coffee or white, and blue building just Hearts Center for Prevention Channel, or other media. Infor­ a manual wheelchair in their a soft drink, and maybe at below the park. For more infor­ for Children and Smart Start. and Wellness. Call 846-0744 to mation about registration along Mom's playgroup is open play home, and who meet the addi­ snack. Walk in the gym, play a* mation please call Mark Mal- schedule. with a list of course offerings, tional guidelines of the pro­ game in the chat room located every Friday morning from 10 lette at 982-9511 or Jim Bailey Look Good, Feel Better, a pro­ may be found on the web at dis- gram. Please call 1-800-817- in the gym next door to Glen- at 982-5814. noon at the Family Central Play gram for women undergoing tance.ncsu.edu/registration, or 1871 if you qualify. Center! MOM's Group is open dale Springs Presbyterian The Episcopal Parish of the cancer treatment is held at Mtn. to everyone, and best of all it's by calling 1 -866- GO STATE or WANTED: The New River Vol. Church. No charge—just fun! Holy Communion will hold Hearts. This is a free program free. For more information, call Raleigh phone (919) 515-2265. Fire and Rescue Dept. Auxiliary Everyone welcome. January services at Holy Trinity on make-up, that includes a Misti at 982-8851. Sponsored Ashe County Youth Council is publishing a new cookbook. The Blue Ridge Chapter of in Giendale Springs. Eucharist free make-up kit; skin care and by the Ashe Partnership for Youth Center is open Friday and They need your favorite the Order of St. Luke the is celebrated at 10 a.m. with other information. Call 846Saturday night from 5 p.m. - recipes. If you would like to have Physician holds healing prayer coffee hour immediately after 0781 to arrange for an appointChildren and Smart Start. Daddy and Me Playtime! At­ 10:30 p.m. The center is open to tention all dads...Bring your kids all teenagers in grades 9-12 to the Family Central Play Cen­ who attend Ashe County High ter every Thursday afternoon School, attend a home school from 1 - 2:30 and let them play or recognized education pro­ while you hang out with other gram. There are no fees and dads. This playgroup also most activities are free. Parents meets every second Saturday are encouraged to visit. Chapfrom 10:30 - noon. For more in­ erone volunteers needed. Must formation, call Misti at 982- be 25 years old. Rules for the 8851. Sponsored by the Ashe center are adopted from the Ashe County School System. Partnership for Children and Sweetheart, Spouse, Parents, Children, Grandparents, Special Friend or Pet! Inclement weather openings Smart Start. What better way to show your love than IP print! Parenting Classes. Do your follow school closings. The cen­ ter may be reserved for private young children have you at the Up to 20 words will be printed at no charge! end of your rope? There is or community events. Contact for only $5.00 you ujay include a photo with your message. hope! Parenting Classes will be 336-246-8111 or visit ACYC held at Family Central on the online at www.asheonline.com/ All nanjes will he entered in our drawing which will be held Wednesday, Feb. Blh at 5:00pm. education/youthcouncil.htm. second Thursday evening of each month, from 6:30 - 8. The High Country Christian Sin­ next class is scheduled for Feb­ gles. They are an organization ruary 10. For more information, of single and single again Say A gfc/"*Lowest call Misti at 982-8851. Spon­ Christian adults who meet the sored by the Ashe Partnership 2nd Monday of each month for for Children and Smart Start. dinner, special programs, fun With Flowers! Valentine's Special and fellowship. Dinner is at 6 Homeschool Play Group. If January 24 - 28 Monday: Taco w/shredded cheese and lettuce, salsa, cinna­ mon bun, applesauce Tuesday: Chicken noodle soup, toasted cheese or peanut butter sand., hash brown square, fruit Wednesday: Pizza subs w/cheese, shredded lettuce, po­ tato chips, veggie sticks and dip, fruit Thursday: Country style steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, peaches, roll Friday: Chicken fillet on bun, let­ tuce and tomato, corn, trail mix, cookie Ongoing Events Sepd that Special Sonjcope a Cupid's Love Note J Love "Notes must be received by Tuesday, February 8 at qooij. ••TOOuS you are homeschooling or have VILLAGE FLORIST p.m. followed by a special pro- Between the Towns 846-8825 www.flowersatvillageflorist.com When we work with our clients, we understand its really the little things A going the extra mile, making sure our clients have the right hind of insurance Call or stop by soon. 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Name _ Address. City Day Phone # Evening Phone #. .State Zip. Mail, fax or bring your Love Note to the Jef­ ferson Post, with payment, by Tuesday. Febru­ ary 8 at noon. Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, 203 S. Jefferson Ave. West Jefferson. NC 28694 ^Fax: 336-846-7165 • Phone: 336-846-7164 « �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 21,2005 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY CALENDAR Events Continued from previous page Party meets at 7 p.m. on the Women's Bible Study is held months or until further notice. provided with the proceeds need you. Call 846-1134 (days) second Thursday of each at Lansing Town Hall on Tues­ Riverview Community Center is going to the Department. or 246-2847 (nights). ment. month at Geno's Restaurant in days from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. located in Creston at 11719 Living In Faith Evermore West Jefferson. All interested Very casual. For more informa­ Highway 88 West. (L.I.F.E.) Support Group is a persons are welcomed. For tion, call Laneice at 384-4135 Citizens for Common Sense group for women focusing on more information, call Mickeal or Lisa at 384-3938. Government meets every first cancer and lymphedema. The Goss at 982-3118 or Jeff Can­ The Ashe County Arts Coun­ and third Tuesday of each group meets the second Tues­ 5 p.m.: Come worship and 12 noon: A public healing non at 846-6425. cil meets the second Tuesday month at 7:15 p.m. in the show­ day of each month from 5:30praise the Lord with the Ap­ prayer service will be held at Ashe County Republican of each month at 6:30 p.m. at room at Bill's Garage, located at 7:30 p.m. at the Boone United Party holds their regular month­ the Ashe Arts Center in West 970 US Hwy. 221 North in Jef­ palachian State University St. Mary's Church on Beaver Methodist Church at 471 New ly meeting on the third Thursday Jefferson. Call 846-ARTS for ferson. Anyone interested in the Gospel Choir in the Ashe High Creek Rd. in West Jefferson. Market Boulevard in Boone, in School Auditorium. Admission For more information call 982of each month in the Ashe more information. preservation of our constitution­ room 200. Bring a dish or just is free and all are invited to at­ 3076. County Library downstairs con­ AL-ANON (for family and al rights is invited to attend. come and join us. For more info, ference room at 7 p.m. For de­ friends of addicted persons): CCSG is a non-partisan organi­ tend. There will be a free-will of­ 7 p.m.: The Ashe County De­ call (828) 264-0123 or (828) fering received which will go to mocratic Party will hold their tails, call 982-9585. Meets on Mondays at the First zation. 729-8052. Ashe Pregnancy Care Cen­ Baptist Church in West Jeffer­ West Jefferson Revitalization the choir. For more information regular monthly meeting at Families with medically frag­ ter: If you are facing an un­ son at 7:30 p.m. For details, call Committee meets the fourth please contact Pastor Steve at Smoky Mountain Barbeque. ile children Share Group planned pregnancy, get all the 846-7898. Friday of each month at 8 a.m. Midway Baptist Church at 336- The guest speaker will be meets monthly on the second facts. We offer free pregnancy Roger Kirkman from WinstonAA (Alcoholics Anonymous) at Sweet Aromas Restaurant in 246-2012. Friday of each month at 6 p.m. tests with results in minutes. All Salem. Ashe County Unity Group West Jefferson. Meetings are at the CDSA (formerly the DEC, our services at the Ashe Preg­ meets at the Jefferson United open to the public. Anyone in­ 150 Den-Mac Dr., Boone). This nancy Care Center are free and Methodist Church at 115 E. terested in the revitalization of is a unique opportunity for fam­ confidential. We are located at riju.i'urvi Main St. The entrance is in the our community is invited. Call ilies to meet and share with oth­ 111 North Main Street in Jeffer­ rear. The group meets at 7:30 246-9488 for details. 6 p.m.: Ashe County Barers with similar lifestyles and son, between the Old Towne p.m. on Monday and Thursday. REGAL 7 #28-262 3800 Latinos Unidos de Ashe will beque Festival Committee will 210 New Market St Center 800-f ANOANGO 254» concerns. For more information, Barber Shop and The Gap Hair For more information or to meet at the new Latino center, meet at Family Central. Help is ARE WE THERE YET? (PG) WG Frt • Sun. (1210 225 Salon. Our hours are Tuesday, speak to an AA member, call located at Family Central, 626 greatly needed. The purpose of call the FSN of the High Coun­ 440)710 935 Wednesday and Thursday, 10 982-2641. For meeting informa­ Ashe Central School Road, Unit this newly formed group is to try at 828-262-6089. Mon • Thu (440)710 935 IN GOOD COMPANY (PG-13) WO Fn-Sun (1220 Worried or stressed because a.m. until 5 p.m. until the first of tion in surrounding counties, 7 in West Jefferson. Class raise money for the various not420)700 940 Mon - Thu (420)700 940 of your child's behavior? the new year. For more info, call call (828) 262-1212. meets on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. for-profit organizations within COACH CARTER (PG-13) WG Fn • Sun (1230 350) Weight Watchers meets each Come join other families for 846-4100. 650 950 Ashe County, to increase Angels In the Attic Thrift Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Mon -Thu (350)650 950 food, fellowship and informa­ tourism within the region and to MEET THE FOCKERS (PG-13) WG Fn • Sun (1240 tion! This share group meets Shop is an auxiliary of the Ashe Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Ser­ 410)720 1005 develop spin-off businesses Pregnancy Care Center. The vices for Aging Senior Center Mon • Thu (410)720 1005 monthly on the second Friday of that will improve the economic RACING STRIPES (PG) WO Frt-Sun (1150210 450) store is open Wednesday, on the Ray Taylor Road in West each month at 6 p.m. at the 725 945 Thursday and Friday from 10 Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 10:30 a.m.: Free car seat conditions in this area. Please Mon.-Thu. (450)725 945 CDSA (formally the DEC, 150 ELEKTRA (PG-13) WG Fn Sun. (1200 215 430)730 a.m. until 3 p.m. and offers chil­ minutes prior to the meeting checks will be at Family Cen­ come to listen and watch a Den-Mac Dr., Boone). For more 1000 power point presentation and to dren's and women's clothing, time. For more information, call tral. Mon.-Thu (430)730 1000 information, call the FSN of the household items, toys, books sign up to help on a continuing NATIONAL TREASURE (PG) WG Frt - Sun (1225 Andrea at 336-696-4457. 400)705 955 High Country at 828-262-6089. basis. Ashe County and the and seasonal gifts. The prices Riverview Learning Center is Mon -Thu (400)705 955 Sponsored by High Country are reasonable and the funds Ashe County Barbeque Festival offering computer classes and United Way Agencies: Watauga help support the Pregnancy more. To register or for details, Youth Network and FSN of the Center. Donations welcomed. call 385-1338. * 9:30 a.m. - noon: Mt. Paddy High Country. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) Riverview Community Thrift The New River Zoo is open life affirming ministry. The Shop Store will be open Thursdays will have a Rubber Stamping Monday through Saturday, 10 is located at 111 North Main and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 2 Workshop in the Fellowship a.m. until 6 p.m. and on Sun­ Street in Jefferson and their p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 Hall. $5 fee. Please contact days, 1-5 p.m. Admission is $5 telephone number is 846-4100. a.m. until 3 p.m. The Food Carolyn to reserve a seat. 336or for adults, $4 for senior citizens, Ol'time and Bluegrass music Pantry will be open Thursdays 982-9324 $3 for children under 12 and is presented each Friday from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Friday cbosley@skybest.com. free for children under 2. The evening at the Nella Communi­ night Pickin" and Jammin' will 7 p.m.: Laurel Springs Fire ft zoo is located at 3581 Big Flatts ty Center, above Lansing. begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue Dept. "Rook" games will be lOmn - Iprt* Church Road in Fleetwood. Free Internet and e-mail until 10 p.m. This schedule will held. Everyone welcome. Cost Their telephone number is 877- classes are offered every Tues­ be followed during the winter is $5 per person. Food will be 9219. day and Thursday between 5 Come to Car Seat Checks are held at and 7:30 p.m. at the Public Ac­ INSURANCE FOR ALL NEEDS Skyland Books Family Central every first and cess Internet Site in the and take advantage of third Friday from 10:30 a.m. JobLink Career Center at Fami­ until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 ly Central (the old Ashe Central Peace of Mind. /discounts, enjoy refor details. High School) in Jefferson. Whether you need life, home, or auto insurance, we have a ^/freshments and meet Looking for an exciting new Ashe County Alzheimer's plan that's sure to fit your needs. Get the protection you need Helemarie Reavis! church in Ashe County? Well, Support Group meets the first and the service you deserve - Call me... look here. Faith Fellowship of­ Thursday of each month at 10 Stop by... Log on * it's your choicet ~ fers upbeat, contemporary a.m. at Ashe Services for praise and worship, purpose Aging. Call 246-2461 or 877Andy Patton driven, life changing messages 9332 for details. 425 East Second Street and Bible studies, casual envi­ The Better Breaths Club West Jefferson, NC Downtown West JetTerson 246-4196 ronment and serious faith. Busy, meets the last Tuesday of each pattona lunation wide,com happy and very loving. Come month from 6 until 7 p.m. at the Nationwide® AMH Mtn. Hearts Facility. This see for yourself. For info on Insurance & club is for people with respirato­ meeting times and place, call EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITV Financial Services Pastor Elliott Osowitt at 877- ry problems who want to learn INSURER Salionwide Is On Your Side" 4480 or Worship Leader Bob more about living with their dis­ Lite insurance undeiwrrtten by Nationwide LHe Insurance Company. Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company ease. Contact Lincare at 246Calhoun at 384-3004. and Affiliated Companies, Home Office. Columbus. OH 43215-2220 MISC8 11/00 The Ashe County Public Li­ 4944 for more information. brary is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit EVENT www.arlibrary.org/ashe/ ashe/htm. The BROC (Blue Ridge Op­ portunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting dona­ tions of all items, including clothing, household items, toys, small furniture and home deco­ rations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken Monday-Sunday. anytime, BROC in Warrensville holds a $ yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting $ is held at the Lodge Building on the Outback 2.51 (66.2) has more cargo space than 18 SUVs. \ Third Avenue in West Jefferson, The Outback 2.51 (8.4) has higher ground clearance than 42 SUVs. across from Parker Tie. The The Outback 2.51 (23/28) has better fuel efficiency than any mid-size SUV. meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month fdmunds.com. | > at 7 p.m. Come earlier for sup­ The Subaru Outback is the best-selling wagon in America. The Subaru Forester is the only small SUV to ever earn the highest per. "Based on R.L Polk i Co. new vehicle retail registration statistics calendar year-end MMyj possible scores in frontal offset crash tests, side-impact and bumper Shrine Club Meeting is held at tests from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Savory Chef in Jefferson on the Based on a rating of "Good" in 40 mph frontal offset crash tests (7/02). All IV third Monday of each month at low-speed bumper tests (7/02) and side-Impact crash tests (6/03) by the IIHS. 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for sup­ per. NAMI, National Alliance for the Mentally III, meets the third Thursday of each month at 162 W.M.J.B. Blevins Rd.; just down the steps from the new Behav­ ioral Health Center building. The family support group meet­ ing begins at 6:30 p.m. For fur­ ther information, call jim Weaver at 384-1074. Free Shape Note Singing Workshop: Requirements— the voice you were born with and a desire to participate. Come out on the first and third Mondays of the month to the Ashe Arts Center in West Jef­ ferson at 7 p.m. and take part in a traditional way of singing. Workshops conducted by Sharon Kellam. Call the Ashe Arts Council at 846-ARTS for more information. The Ashe County Libertarian Sunday, January 23 Tuesday, January 25 Monday, January 24 REGAL CINEMAS Friday, January 21 Saturday, January 22 Customer Appreciation 'Dap & Meet the 'Manager Lit©. Home. Auto. Saturday, January 22 336-846-2660 BEUEVl 2005OUTBACK Only 3 2004 Models Remain! up to 1500 Discount Plus 1000 Customer Rebate! HI ~~ 2005t oLEGACYm SPORT$ 2SEDAN ^^>^6 Choose Fro Starting at 3,615 FORESTER § a e Subaru t t s Lti rl i le ii 199 Hwy. 105 Ext. • Boone, NC 828-264-0675 or Toll Free: 800-844-2665 i �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2005 JEFFFRSC)N POST R ELIGION 'We have one egg for every two families per day' by Staff Baptist Press Editor's note: For security purposes, the names of Southern Baptist personnel in Southeast Asia have been excluded. Mission Board first responder said, weeping. "They had seen so much death that just a living touch was all they wanted." Volunteers, food and water supplies will alleviate malnourishment, but in addition to the large numbers of sup­ plies, Southern Baptist perso n- JAKARTA, Indonesia (BP)—A second wave is rush­ ing toward the Indonesian city of Banda Aceh, but this one is a wave of compassion. "I see myself trying to direct the flow," a ^ Southern Baptist logistics coordinator ^ said of the volunteers, sup­ plies, medicine and mone­ tary aid coming into the country. "I have a giant funnel with a hose attached and I have to direct the water into places that need it most." It is difficult, however, to comprehend the need. There is very little clean water and food in the area. nel on "We have one egg for every the ground stress the need two families per day," said a for prayer for the survivors. village chief outside of Banda "This problem is even too big Aceh. to imagine," said an 1MB Southern Baptist disaster worker in Jakarta. relief personnel have been "The dead are not the ones flowing into Indonesia since who need the help," said a the magnitude 9.0 earth­ volunteer coordinator for quake and tsunami hit the Germantown Baptist Church area in late December, but in Memphis, Tenn. regional personnel wonder if Volunteers need there will ever be enough aid to focus on the living to the area. "[They] need heavy equip­ "If logistically we could ment to clear debris. Schools handle it, there is a need for need to be rebuilt. Teachers (many morel people," a are needed; most are dead. regional volunteer coordina­ We need to develop a more tor for Southern Baptists intimate relationship from said from Jakarta. the giver to those receiving "These people just want to the gift," the volunteer from be touched," a Southern Memphis said. Baptist International Said an Indonesian church leader: "Never before has the world opened its hearts and pockets like this. We need to be the face of Christ." Some 30 American mega churches are now involved in the relief efforts in Indonesia. More are expected to join in the relief process, but that will require longterm planning and a commit­ ment to the area for years to i come, volunteer coordina­ tors said. "One hundred per­ cent of these people have had 90 percent of their lives changed. Everyone has ^ been affected in a major way; no one ^ was spared," another 1MB first responder said. At a United Nations briefing Jan. 12, U.N. officials said that 52 nations had lost countrymen in the earth­ quake and tsunami. The number of dead on the island of Sumatra has reached 105,000, but that number was expected to rise to 200,000. With reporting by Matthew Miller and Gregory Tomlin. Southern Baptists and other Christians can help by sending financial gifts for aid through the International Mission Board relief fund. Send gifts designated "Asia Earthquake Disaster Relief' to the International Mission Board, P.O. Box 6767, Richmond, VA 23230. Give online at http:// imb.org/giv­ ing. All funds given will go to relief efforts; none will be used for administrative costs. Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA \ssemblv of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor George Morris 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Post courtesy of Baptist Press Body bags still litter the streets of Banda Aceh, Indonesia, some 3 weeks after the Dec. 26 earthquake and tsunami in South Asia. More than 200 bodies are still being recovered daily in the city, which was one of the hardest hit areas. Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 246-2979 194 Orion Lane. Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Corner of Raw-Roland A McNeil Sis • Jefferson <88 West • Ijft on McNeil. One Hlm-kl ( Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Harnett St., tOff Buck Mm. Road) | Baldwin Community Church Hwy. l$t South . Todd Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. /460 Bald Mm. Rd., IW-jr Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Surulay Morning Worship Service -11:00am Sunday Evening Worship • 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Saturday Prayer Service - 9:00pm Youth Minister: Rev. Alan Ambrose Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Monday Night Prayer 7:00 p.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. 336-877-9075 Evening Service 6:30p.m. Cornerstone Fellowship Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church Reverend Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd, Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m Prayer Meeting Wed, night 6:30pm. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" "Clifton Baptist Church Welcomes You!" Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. 8:45 a.m Traditional Worship Service Burnett St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Worship 11:00 a.m. 10:00 a m - Sunday School Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary 10:45 a.m. Praise and Worship Service Wednesday night - 7:00 p.m. Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. "Join us in worship to Christ" 846-5615 Church Office or Praise & Worship & Children's Ministries Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. 846-5616 Preacher's Residence 336-385-2074 Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Friendship Baptist Church Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church 891 Friendship BaptLvt Church RdJetTerMin, NC Pastor: Rev. David Jones Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Rev. Keith Casey Rev. David Grinned • 982-2081) 9178 Old Hwy 16 • Crumple,. NC Sunday School • 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Services • 9:45 a.m. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00 p.m. Sunday School • 10:00A.M. 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. 9:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. 11:00 a.m. Formal Worship Service Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. We would love Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 8464)194 Come Join us for a joyful worship experience. to have you come worship with us. 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30p.m Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Morulav • T.E.A.M. 10:OO a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00p m Wednesday • Pray er Meeting Rev. JT. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Reverend Jeff Yogler • Pastor Rector • The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone • 982-3076 Family Time Fellowship • 9:36AM Sunday S< hool; 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evening Worship • 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study • 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Tuckerdale Baptist Church L/j/ 246-9151 Reverend Patrick Winslow Offict Pkont: JJ4-W2-W/0 • Rn.Unit Jones • Ptstor Glendale Springs 10:00 a.m. Saturday Sendees: Bible School - 10:00 AM Sabbath Worship - 11:15 AM Main A Ivy Sis. • Jefferson Sat. Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m. (English) 7:00p.m. (Spanish) Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 a.m Weekday Morn. Mass • Call for times Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany...and He blessed litem" Luke24:50 Buck Mountain Road WfeM Jefferson 246-5820 North Beaver Baptist Mt. Jefferson Church of the Na/arene "Loves you and wants you 'Come us ynii are, you will he loved" to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Worship A Praise 11:00a.m. Sunday School • 10:00 a.m Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. I A3" Sunday Evening Worship • 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 246-9378 Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Smcthport United Methodist Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church Pastor James T. Sechrest 877-2313 Rev. Rodney Frye 384-3391 Office Sunday School • 10:00-11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4lhl • 7:00PM Sunday Worship • 11:00AM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Everyone Welcome! 205-A Long St. • Jefferson 336-846-9233 Van Transportation Available Partor Home: 336-384-3188. Cetl: 336-977-1009 • Continental Frame Shop • Corner of Hwy. Jefferson loll Free SJ,(,-5II7-2(,S5 Safety-Kleen Environmental Service * I 246-4222 Mountain Aire Now Open for Sunday Lunch 1100 E. 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Jefferson Ave * West Jefferson 336-246-3367 CHURCH'S TIRE SERVICE SttakJlOM5£ l.Vh>4M7» 336-246-5222 • Downtown WJ t 13560 Hwy. 221-S Fleetwood Truck & Car Mart 10:00 AM -Sunday School 'Ctmptne M ot Buldm Sopplln" OW Hwy. 221-S. Beaver Creek • Wcvl Jellcrv Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 Smethport. NC 28694 9:00 AM -Worship Service Ashe County E Builders Supply EXTERMINATING * Member of the "We Cite Program' using 200 Clayhank Road • (Hwy 194 A 88 West) I II V SIJ{S Open for Lunch k Dinner Hwy 421* Boom, NC LJIVM— 828-264-9051 c www.madibrowninc.coni OWsmoMe RID-A-BUG~ * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth • 221 &. Cherry St. (^) HUICK' HOME CARE Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Wednesday Nights • 7:0O-8:00PM 194 and 88 Wes:. Smetlgmn, NC Sunday School 9-45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Sen lce 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise / b Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM L Minister Creigliton Beatty Welcome Home Baptist Church 2678 S. Big Horse Creek Road Lansing, NC • 384-9281 St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church " 384-2840 (356)246-9642 Holy Trinity Church Seventh-Day Adventist Church- of Warrensville Pastor: Boh Fuller 201 South St Oust off East Main), Jefferson. NC 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday Evening Service 6:00p.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Parish of the Holy Communion (Episcopalian) 336-877-2801 Old Hay. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study We invite you to join us for a God centered, family worshipping experience. Bethany United Methodist Church Sunday School 10:00 d m. Sunday Service 11:00 a.m. Tim Canup, Minister Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service - 11:00am & 6:00pm Beaver Creek Christian Church BRITi M AVF N of Wilkesboro 200 Hospital Ave. I VW l i il 7 336-667-9261 Werson> NC \S§w J 336-246-7101 1016 Fletcher www.ashementorial.orr 739 US Hwy 221 Bus pr iDWff West Jefferson 336-246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 St. • Wilkesboro, NC Dntthaven is nn_b Ob I • Jefferson Post 203 S. Second Avenue I West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-846-7164 J wrww.jeffersonpost.com ^^CountysOnli/ Subscriber Navspaprr STATELINE FASTI MPP AUTO SERVICE & TIRES SALES F I Oil Change • Lube - Filter $17.99Ykjl Open 8-5 Mon.Tues.Thurs, Fri • 8-2 Wed 4 Sat HjMJt NCYA State Line • 276-579-4562 Cardinal Lanes HUMPHREY MAMMY SUMY, IMC 336-246-7077 Evenings 141 Lyalls Lane. Jeffereon. NC (Just off Ashe Rark Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-962-9621 Family Fun Center JnjA "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2005 PAGE9A LIGHTERSIDE by Gary Kopervas Out on a Limb 1 4 Large show 20 15 Adam Sandler movie 16 Incubator noise 1 7 "Today" rival, for 18 Begin 20 Actor Milo 23 A couple of cups 24 Slaughter of baseball 25 "So what?" 28 Scoot 29 Mehitabel's pal 30 Trot 32 Sasquatch 34 Surfboard support 35 Kate Hudson's mom 36 Spot on TV? 37 Spiritually revived 40 DDE rival 41 Bird, to Brutus 42 Kid's riding toy 47 Get it off your chest 48 Colorless liqueur 49 Remnants MMMII 5MEU- yf/H6fze To? ACROSS n n Fjj [4 I 1 Count counterpart 12 5 Rather's home — 8 "Friends" role 12 Price-list peri- •••BiT -the piu.*scev CbU6WBoy, DWAYNE TWF ttouw&cy U***CEP AS A NeiO HbfcK CITY CA8 DRIVER. c|tor««ANTS. — 21 22 28 OUTDOOR TIPS I 33 Bp" ^HHMHI35~ 37 38 YOU WILL STAY WARMER IN YOUR SLEEPING BAG IF yOU WEAR A KNITTED CAP AND WOOL SOCKS... 39 you KNOW, THE IRONY OF THIS IS ALMOST MORE THAN I CAN BEAR, 47 49 50 Army rank (Abbr.) 51 Read bar codes 10 11 13 19 DOWN 1 "Chicago" lyricist 2 "The Greatest" 3 Bad hairpiece 4 Sills 5 Last several notes 6 Physique 7 Ceiling feature 8 Character 9 The yoke's on them Detail, briefly Ex-frosh Crimson Tide Mayberry marshal 20 "- the ramparts ..." 21 Ignore intentionally 22 Hagar the Horrible's daughter 23 Actress Molly 25 Take lunch to work 26 Trojan War hero 27 Get a bang out of Way off Solidify Ibsen play Desires Church array Carry on Bump-free Predicament Not "fer" Chemical suf fix 44 'The list goes on" 45 Greek vowel 46 Author Deighton 29 31 33 34 36 37 38 39 40 43 © 2005 King Features Synd., Inc. 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Ages 5 & up are wel­ 'The family of Clara Tdozelle (Billie) iMassey Would like to than f family, neighbors, friends, Landmark, Liberty, first 'Baptist, 'Tuckerdale Churches, Jefferson Care Center, Dr. Jiankday, Badger funeral Home staff for the kindness and support during our mother's illness and death. 'The 'Massey family Mf&es service to New Tickets Mew »aai* A Umity of 4 can get We vc rem***1 m9 6 nights' accommodations at a Dwwy vokw taoct M you can do W** *01* WAY NO* YOU c* CIAIOMOO a C . 4A or your 219 Maaic Your Way Vacations comed. 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At SkyBest Communications, you can choose from an array of calling features, Internet services and FOR A LIMITED TIME, receive free installation when you switch your local service. With SkyBest Communications, you can enjoy the convenience of a local customer service center staffed with local people who work and live right here in your community. Reach for the sky. SkyBest communications WEST JEFFERSON CUSTOMER CENTER 1079 NC Hwy. 194 N. 846-1350 www.SkyBest.com �PAGE 10A FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2005 JEFFERSON POST EDUCATION Honor Roll announced for ACMS Tavin Stanley Holman Joseph Terris Houck Morgan Leigh Johnson Ethan Michael Jordan Jessica B. Koontz Kimberly B. McNeil Brittany N. Paisley Jennifer R. Parker Kendra Leigh Powers John Tyler Rash Joni Ann Ray Justan Chase Reavis Stephanie Richardson Christen L. Rinehart Andrew K. Sexton Catherine L. Sexton Savannah R. Sheets Jessica R. Shoemake Chase Tyler Smith Kayla Amanda Smith Miranda D. Swiney Jessica Kathryn Treva Amos Ryan Vannoy Laken Ashley Weaver Kendra Dawn Yearick The following students have been selected for the first semester Honor Roll at Ashe County Middle School. Students selected for the "A" Honor Roll have no grade lower than an "A". Students selected for the "A-B-" Honor Roll have an average of "B" or better with no grade lower than a "B". Congratulations to these fine students. A Honor Roll 7th Grade Brandy June Blevins Courtney P. Blevins Kendra Leigh Blevins Gabrielle K. Calhoun Thea Justina Cannon Morgan Brooke Casey Cara Faith Church Stephanie D. Cox . Chloe I. Craine Daniel Jordan Farmer Michele Ann Gardner Amanda Goodman Luke Bartley Goss Jeren Kane Holman Erin Tyler Keenan Nicholas Love Megan Michelle Lyle Laura Mitchell Roman Bradshaw Myers Glory Rain Rognstad Logan Connor Scott Dylan Russell Severt Holly Renee Stephens Chelsey Sturgill Jonah Taylor Jessica Paige Walker Whitney Ward Alexandra Weaver Katlyn Brooke Wilson Ethan Jed Young Matthew B. Hartzog Donovan Hicks Patrick Hogan Chandra Leigh Houck Kelsey N. Johnson Justin Edward Jones Robert Charles Jones Alexander Katz Kennith S. Lainhart Hugo Ledezma Sarah Morgan Leek Tiffany Morgan Lewis Brittany Lyalls Kelsey Marie Lyalls Aaryn Jane Mahala Stephanie N. Milam Brittany D. Miller Courtney Shea Miller Justin Andrew Miller Samantha Jo Miller Justin A. Musgrove Ory Alexander Owen Taylor Alene Parsons Samantha Pennington Andrew Ryan Price J. Caitlin Price Samuel S. Price Rachel Pugh Alex D. Reborchick Ashley Octavia Roark Jordan A. Roberts Beth Rogers Cory Scott Roten • Aaron C. Scott Charity Rae Shatley Heather Shaw Emily Nicole Shelton Nathan K. Shepherd Katie Ann Sluder Tiffany Ann Stamm Brittany D. Testerman Matthew T. Turnmire Lauren Turnmyre Linden E. Wait Kimberly N. Walker Kayla Autumn Weaver Chasity Ann Wilcox Shelby R. Wilkinson Rachall Louise Woods Ashley Brooke Wyatt A-B Honor Roll 7th Grade Toshua Absher Montana Arizoca Amelia C. Baldwin Jesse Randolph Ball Alexander Cory Blake Tanner Blevins Robert A. Blevins Hillary Anne Bowlin Mathan Lee Brewer Lauren A. Brinegar • Adam C. Calloway Kinsey L. Carpenter Mariah G. Carrico Matthew Bryan Church' Seth Barton Cox Jordan Brett Crouse Jennifer Renee Davis Jacob Flint Day Tyler Day Macie L. Dollar Caitlin Elliott C. Farrington Tanner Price Goodman Darren James Green Amber Lynn Haga Alicia Ann Hamby Heather Lynn Hardin Steven L. Hare 8th grade: Beulah Lea Barlow Sara Bumgarner Courtney Paige Camp Kansas R. Clarke Christina Cole Amber Marie Cox Rachel L Curcio Kenneth W. Faircloth Brittney P. Grubb Laura Turner of Jefferson will attend . Presidential Classroom's Program 7/2/2005 7/9/2005 in Washington D.C. Presidential Classroom, the leader in civic education, pro­ vides the best and brightest high school juniors and sen­ iors unprecedented access to the leaders who shape America's public policy. During the week-long pro­ gram, PC Scholars-interact with Washington insiders, including Members of Congress, presidential appointees, senior military officials, top business leaders and journalists. Students observe the U.S. Congress in action, visit their congres­ sional offices and debate cur­ rent issues with peers from the United States and 8th Grade: ^ Amber Leetta Rash Matthew Thomas Reed Elizabeth Rhodes-Gentry Melodie Richey Cody Allen Roark Christopher Roland Morgan Marie Roland Courtney Royal Skylar Tenil Russell Aaron Thomas Scott Brittany N. Seatz Keegan Sawyer Smith Madison Logan South Taylor D. Stansberry Ivey Lynne Tant Jessica L. Thompson Kasey Lynn Thomson Thor Hege Tobiassen Micah Kevin Todd Tiffany L. Trivette Carmen E. Wagner Scarlett C. Walker Jessica Leann Weaver Elizabeth Ann Welch Kendra N. Wheeler . Andrew Thomas Wright Local high school student to attend presidential classroom scholar's program in D.C. Ryan John Absher Caroline Ashley Shelly Lynn Barker Rebecca N. Blevins \\C Kelly A. Harrold Carissa Joyce Houck Brandy Nicole Houser Charles E. Howard Jacob Conner Howell Kirsten Amber Jordan Morgan E. Lawrence Tatum Neil Lemly Devin Michele Little Ryan Michael Lyall Dillon James Lyalls Boston Maler Kinsey Rebeka Mash Harley Jo McNeil Kayla Austa McNeill Kendall Cole McNeill Beth Mendoza Evan Thomas Miller Courtney M.' Osowitt Emmylou Payne Matthew R. Pennington Thomas A. Phillips Nikki Phipps Michale Shane Poe Darius L. Pollard Belynda R. Price April Danielle Bower C. Brandon Bower Dylan Brown Timothy Jacob Brown Matthew Carson Channa Lee Caudill Brandon M. Cheek Henry Tucker Clay Ray Jackson Combs Bonnie Olivia Cox April Nicole Craven Joshua Brady Cruey Hannah Dalia Jeremy Wade Davis Michael Walter Day Charles Aaron Denny Rachael Edelman Jonathan Elledge Brian Douglas Eller Ariel D. Farmer Brooke Erin Freeman Nikki Ella Gilley Kendall Goodman Nathan Morris Greene Steven Matthew Greer M. Kyle Guyton abroad. They also visit the renowned sites of our nation's capital such as the White House, the U.S. Department of State and Arlington National Cemetery. Additional pro­ gram highlights include a seminar on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives, Central Intelligence Agency briefing and foreign embassy visits. Former Congressman Jack Buechner, CEO and President of PC said, "Our students meet and question the people who make and shape our nation's policies. No other program melds leadership, academics and current events in such an appealing combination. Our students return home with a new perspective on politics and the world." In 1968, Presidential Classroom, a nonprofit, non­ partisan, 501(c)3 civic educa­ tion organization, began to prepare young leaders for responsible citizenship and provide outstanding high school students the chance to explore the political process firsthand. Aimed at high school juniors and seniors with a minimum 3.0 grade point average, Presidential Classroom offers seven unique and challenging lead­ ership development experi­ ences, focusing on key issues such as business, media, sci­ ence and technology, law and justice, national security, and international relations. For more information visit the website at www.presidentialclassroom.org. 4051 Mast 2nd Street West Jefferson, IM.G. 011,1 asliecoiiiitymotors.com aslieford@skvkest.com file •» \ears 2004 Ford I 150 S.Cab \l |' 4\4 I 2004 Kurd Ranger S. 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Jimmy Miller Applications Accepted Online 1 -866-322-6-BU Y asheford @ skybest.com CilU o r s l o p l , v a n d �January Our 2005 calendar 'Athletes in Action' Featuring the boys and girls of Ashe County sports j i Extra copies are just $3 each at the Jefferson Post's office in West Jefferson E-mail us: Editorial@JeffersonPost.com Freshman basketball team defeats Carroll County Photo by Shane Hopkins Seventh grader Aaron C. Scott has placed third in the state at the 90 pound weight class. ACMS wrestler places 3rd in state by Shane Hopkins Sports Reporter The Bulldog wrestling team wasn't able to go to the North Carolina Middle School State Championships due to bad weather during the earlier part of the week. However, seventh grader Aaron C. Scott managed to make the trip with his fami­ ly to Mt. Tabor High School in Winston-Salem on Monday, where he placed third in the state at the 90 pound weight class. There were 12 competi­ tors competing for the 90 pound title, and Scott defeated his first round opponent with a pin in the first period. In round two, he won on a decision, 10-2. He lost in the third round, 56, but had succeeded in advancing far enough to enter the consolation match for third place. He beat his challenger with an exciting overtime takedown, to get the 'sudden-death' decision at 8-6, and was awarded third place in the NC State Championship. by Shane Hopkins Sports Reporter The Huskies' freshmen basketball team has improved their ' overall record this season to 5-3, with their most recent vic­ tory coming at home on Monday against Carroll County, Virginia. Last week they faced Freedom High School's freshmen, playing them back-to-back on the road and at home, with only two days of practice in between. At Freedom the Patriots jumped out to an 8-3 lead on the visiting Huskies in the first quarter. Ethan Graybeal had the team's only basket, but in the sec­ ond quarter he was joined by four other teammates in outscoring the home team 14-10, putting them within one at halftime, 17-18. In the third, Graybeal hit his second three-ball and put up seven points in a 17-6 turnaround (34-24). Kelsy Combs had three buckets in the fourth quarter, as they extended their ten point lead to fifteen, for a 47-32 final score. Ethan Graybeal led in scoring with 14 points, Kelsey Combs contributed 10, and Brandon Rinehart had 10; Justin Ford-4, David Grubb-3, Ryan Moser-2, Keaton Mash-2,' Brandon Miller-2. When Freedom came to Ashe County, it was basical­ ly the same outcome, only there was much more offen­ sive action on both ends of the court. The Huskies wasted no time falling behind in the first eight minutes, but went ahead 17-14 with six players adding points to the board. David Grubb and Brandon Rinehart led the way again in the second quarter, building up to an eleven point lead at the break (40-29). In the third period the Patriots fought back and outscored the Huskies 16-15, but still had Photo by Shane Hopkins Freshman Kelsey Combs, on his way to another two points against Carroll County. a ten point deficit to make up going into the fourth (55-45). Nick May nailed two shots from behind the arc, and Grubb also had his second three-pointer of the night in the final minutes. The team combined for 23 points and defensively held Freedom to only seven, end­ ing the contest successfully at 78-52. David Grubb was the leading scorer with 21 points, and Brandon Rinehart had 14; Nick May10, Ethan Graybeal-9, Kelsy Combs-8, Justin Ford-6, Ryan Moser-6, Keaton Mash-2, Cory Halsey-2. The freshmen Huskies play this Friday at Mountain Heritage at 5pm, then again on Saturday morning at 11 a.m. at home against Alexander Central. Middle School wrestlers score 18-5 over Watauga by Shane Hopkins Sports Reporter The Ashe County Middle School wrestling team host­ ed a match with Watauga this week, and although no official team scores were recorded, the Bulldogs won 18 of their 23 individual bouts. Watauga had fewer competitors, so many of their wrestlers competed in more than one match. Nathan Shepherd pinned Dalton Lewis in the third period; Alex Blake pinned Greg Hardy in the second period; Aaron C. Scott pinned Michael Ray in the first period; Orrin Shatley lost on a decision to Billy Ray, 5-9; Aaron Greene was defeated 4-6 by Cody McGuire; Nathan Greene pinned Trevor Penick in the third period; Jesse Carpenter pinned Hayden Brown in the first period; Dustin Roten pinned Casey Reeves in the third period; Zack Holman pinned T.R. Black in the second period; Dale Thompson pinned Mitchell Ward in the first period; Dylan Brown pinned Barant Reese in the second period; John Poe pinned Andrew Lambert in the first period; Michael Bishop fell to Dalton Lewis 11-16; Ory Owen was pinned in the third period by Greg Hardy; Logan Orr pinned Michael Ray in the first period; Holden Hudler was pinned in the third period by Cody McGuire; Robbie Pelton pinned Hayden Brown in the second period; Toryn Little pinned Trevor Penick in the first period; Dustin Roten pinned Casey Reeves in the second period; Zack Holman pinned T.R. Black in the third period; Dylan Brown pinned Andrew Lambert in the second peri­ od; John Poe was disquali­ fied for penalty points (lock­ ing hands) in the second period, and the bout went to Barant Reese; Jacob Gentry pinned Greg Hardy in the second period; Aaron T. Scott pinned Billy Ray in the second period. Coach Greg Richardson said, "This was our last dual meet...We've had a good sea­ son..." The wrestling team is planning on going to the Little Indian Classic at St. Stephens High School in Hickory this Saturday morning. Matches should begin around 9 a.m. Photo by Shane Hopkins These wrestlers are ready to go In the recent match between ACMS and Watauga. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2004 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Weightlifters break school records These are the results of women's weightlifting at Ashe County High School for the fall '2004 semester. The winners of each category were: •SQUAT: JULIA FIELDS—275 lbs •MILITARY PRESS: SHEENA LITTLE—100 lbs •HIGH GAINS: KATIE BALDWIN +205 lbs HUSKY ALL-TIME WEIGHT TRAINING RECORDS •••HIGH TOTALS: JULIA FIELDS—850 lbs — new school record •FRONT SQUAT: JULIA FIELDS—210 lbs •DOT DRILL: KASSEE ROBERTS—53.84 sees •BENCH PRESS: SHEENA LITTLE—140 lbs •INCLINE BENCH: JULIA FIELDS—125 lbs • • • POUND FOR POUND: KATRINA KRIDER—5.345 lbs—new school record Photo courtesy of Laura Foster Some of ACHS's top weightlifters (left-right): Sheena Little, Julia Fields, Kassee Roberts, Katrina Krider and Katie Baldwin. Indoor track team competes in Wilkes by Shane Hopkins Sports Reporter The ACHS Winter Track and Field Team, known also as the "Indoor Track" Team, had their second meet of the season last Thursday at West Wilkes High School. In women's competition, Morgan Stansberry placed second in the Long Jump with 12'10 1/4". Caitlyn Garn came in third in the 55 Hurdles with a time of 11.00. In the Shot Put Sierra Everet threw for 24'1 1/2". In the 55 Dash, Sarah Winebarger placed seventh with 8.86; Jenny Grubb followed in eighth with 9.05, Ashley Bower was ninth at 9.06, Sarah Wright came in tenth with 9.08, and Caitlyn Garn fin­ ished twelfth at 9.10. The ladies were second in the 4x800 Relay (12.09.14), and in the 1000 Run Natalie Kilby was sixth-first female-with 3.27.6 and teammate Brittany LaMontagne finished sev­ enth, which was second among ' female runners at 3.28. In men's events, Ryan Seagraves took first place in the 55 Dash, with a time of 7.22, Chris Rash came in third at 7.37, and Andy Carazo finished eighth with 7.89. In the 500 Run, John Spainhour turned in a time of 1.17.95, which was good enough for a sixth place fin­ ish, and Cody Garn placed eighth with 1.20.62. In the 1600 Run, Eric Johnson was sixth at 5.37.59, Andy Carazo came in at number eleven with 5.57.19, and Randall Pennington fin­ ished in the fourteen spot with 6.01.59. The Track Team's next meet will be this Saturday at the Eastern High School Challenge at UNC in • Chapel Hill. 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As motivation, the two women point out that the average person spends approxi­ mately 25 minutes every day looking for things they can't find in their own home! Back Door Storage For many active families the back door is a heap of shoes, backpacks, pet paraphernalia, cell phones and the like. Little wonder that mud rooms are making a comeback. To give list. Many storage items are designed for easy assembly and installation, so in just one week­ organization to your back door dumping ground, start by lining up everything that is heaped there and then assign each item a type of storage and a place for it. Consider cre­ ating a surface for writing notes and laying down groceries, as well as a chalk­ board or bulletin board for post­ ing notes and reminders and a mirror for lastminute "touch ups." Turn this information into a rough sketch and a shopping end, you can most likely trans­ form your back door chaos into an attractive working space. 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Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. 100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. Mt Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%', no PMI loan available to average households. Closing costs are the same as a loan without a government guarantee. • Reliable income and good credit are required. If you arc in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. ' / ^ U n i t e d . ® "L S t^auntry 592 South Main St. • Jefferson, NC 28640 336-246-7455 • Toll Free - 1-800-789-1312 FAX 336-246-4532 Virginia. 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E Main Street t = Discount s • Toile Curtains • Tablecloths • Jabot Sets • Large Variety of Curtains _ • Pillows • Towels •?" • Bath & Bedroom Accessories t Bedding m • Rocking Chair Cushions • Bedspreads • Hand Made Quills & Shams to match • Comforters 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 130797. LOOKING FOR A FIXERUPPER - Located in Todd, this great farmhouse, featuring 2BR/1BA. would 2 Columns x 3 Inches ONLY $20.69 **Limited Time Offer** Minimum One Month Commitment Call or come by ami see Peggy about this UK F— GREAT DEAL! 336.846.7164 JUST REDUCED! Mountain getaway with nice winter views. 2BR/2BA manufactured home in a unique mountain home community. FP. large sunroom. storage building. All furniture included, i $99,500 #131079* SPECTACULAR VIEWS! 3BR/2.5BA ranch with 53 acres of mostly pasture. Quality-built with beautiful wood throughout. 2 FPS. 2 car garage under. Close to the New River. $610,000 #130688* MOUNTAIN GETAWAY. 3BR/2BA light-filled home with open floor plan and wraparound deck. Wood stove in full basement. Private country setting with good views. $93,600 #130694* COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY! deck. Take a look! $71,500. 130808. ACREAGE AND GOR­ GEOUS VIEWS - Plus privacy is no 2BR/2-1/2BA home features a sophisti­ cated. secluded, inviting atmosphere with quality construction throughout. Built in 2001 this home. also, features exterior cedar siding, wood floors, tile flooring on the porch and in the baths, kitchen and dining area. Property fea­ tures 12 partially wooded acres and see nic views of surrounding mountains. problem wilh this custom built log home. Home features 2BR/2BA. sleep­ ing loft, great rock fireplace w/wood burning insert, kitchen/dining & living room combination, full basement, and exposed beams. Home overlooks one of the creeks on this large acre tract (44+/acrcs). Property features good access and would be a prime candidate for fur­ ther development with underground util­ ities in place. $499,000. Live and work in the same location. Bottom floor is set up for business. Large 4BR/IBA apartment on upper level. $74,900 #131005* LOOKING FOR LAND? WE HAVE TRACTS IN ALL SIZES! Open Mon. - Sat. 8:30 am -7:30 pm ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE ON FRIDAYS! 4BR/3BA HOME with a terrific view and close-in too. 2 master suites. Private, but close to shopping & restaurants. Large deck. $139,900 #130560* be perfect. Great Southern location, sleep loft, level land, mountain views, stream on property, outbuildings, hard­ wood floors, covered porch and rear 131239. WILKES COUNTY MCGRADY COMMUNITY - This $279,900. RIVERFRONT HOME with open floor plan, large wrap deck, large master suite, light & airy. Located in historic river community of Todd. $249,900 #130685* GREAT LOCATION with golf course views. Lot 17 on Fairway Ridge in beauti­ ful Mountain Aire Golf Community. Quiet neighborhood & convenient to town. 131080. JUST OUT OF TOWN Beautiful 3BR/2BA home w/grcat longrange Views! Rock f/p. large open liv­ ing/dining room, wide plank flooring, tongue & groove ceilings, paved access & entire lower level is complete sepa­ rate "mother-in-law" living space with open rooms, f/p. storage. Situated on 1.9+/- acres $275,000. 131064 CONTEMPORARY IN PINKY CREEK - Very private with long range views. Home features 3BR/2BA. open Great Room w/vaulted ceilings, cozy wood stove, observation deck, covered porch and wrap around deck. Gated community for security. $150,000. Land Listings; 131232. RIVER FRONT - Lo«s 20 & 21: Mountain and river views - Lots 39, 40 $32,000 #131076* SOME OF THE MOST REASONABLY PRICED LOTS located near Mountain Aire Golf Course. Long range views, some lots arc wooded. Sizes vary. $22,500$27,500 #130999-131003* UNRESTRICTED LOT. 3/4 acre great for a building, camper, modular or mobile home. Peak Creek close by. $9,500 #130930* "WE OFFER BUYER REPRESENTATION" FREIDA BARKER FRANCES GOODHART JACK RIELLY PHIL LEWIS MICK PHILLIPS MARK PIERCE GLENN TAYLOR JOHNNY BARR & 41. all at affordable price. Convenient to town and many new homes in area! Seller surveying lots. $54,000. 131235. GREAT VIEWS - Beautiful 1.16 acre lot near the NC Gamclands near top of Three Top Mountain. For those familiar with Three Top Development, it is across the road from the house at the highest level. $10.0(H). THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS. CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21hcritagcrealty.com (as created by Fastransit Communications) CALL 246-7455 FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF LAND & HOME OFFERINGS. Call TOLL-FREE- 1-800-789-1312 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: www.UCDogwoodRealty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2005 JEFFERSON POST AGRICULTURE ams can benefit owners There are several pro­ grams that are authorized by state statutes that can benefit agricultural landowners. Benefits can range from protection for farming operations to reduced taxes. Each pro­ gram is independent, but all are designed to enable farmers to stay in produc­ tion agriculture. Use Value Assessment This program allows land to be taxed at its present use value instead of its market value. There are rates for agricultural land (pasture, field crops, hay) Horticultural land (Christmas trees, nursery crop, greenhouses) and forestry. The land must be actively engaged in com­ mercial production with sales in excess of $1,000. Forestland must have a for­ est management plan showing eventual harvest. There are also some lengthof-ownership require­ ments. If property is removed from the program, the difference in taxes for market value and use value for the past three years will be owed. Applications for this pro­ gram are only accepted by the county tax supervisor during the month of January. Deadline for Technical assistance pays long-term benefits to Agricultural producers While the promise of finan­ cial aid in the form of cash benefits is often the major attraction of the US Department of Agriculture's Trade Adjustment Assistance Program (TAA), in the end, it is the technical training ele­ ments that provide the great­ est overall benefits, users say. Farmers, fishermen and other producers of raw agri­ cultural and seafood com­ modities impacted by foreign imports of competing products have until January 31 to peti­ tion the USDA if they hope to take advantage of the techni­ cal training benefits and even potentially qualify for finan­ cial relief. 'The technical training ben­ efits available through TAA are designed to help producers and fishermen improve pro­ ductivity and explore addi­ tional commodities, market­ ing opportunities, and alter­ native enterprises," says USDA Trade Adjustment Assistance Coordinator JeanLouis Pajot. The program is designed to provide financial relief, technical support, retraining services and even a potential outreach strategy for producers who Buffered from a 20 percent or greater decline in producer prices due to com­ peting imports. "All eligible producers receive technical training and may receive cash benefits up to $10,000, depending on the amount of production marketed and if they meet certain income cri­ teria." According to Pajot, the cash benefits available through the program are what initially attract producers, but at the end of the day, the training system winds up yielding the greatest results. "Here in Maine, we created an educational program designed to help wild blueber­ ry producers evaluate their cropping practices, become educated on ways to improve their efficiencies and develop alternative strategies to keep their operations economically viable," said Dave Yarborough, Blueberry Specialist and Professor of Horticulture at the University of Maine, one of several dozen cooperative extension services responsible for providing the technical training. "Working under the direction of the Northeast Center for Risk Management Education at the University of we developed Delaware, power point presentations on 'World Trade Situation and Outlook,' 'Enterprise Budgets,' 'Production Efficiencies,' 'Improving Quality,' and 'Marketing Opportunities.' These were combined with business and financial presen­ tations developed by the University of Minnesota and presented as a web-based course and a 120-page printed 'Wild Blueberry Technical Assistance Curriculum' avail­ able online through the USDA. "Furthermore, six members of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension county faculty assisted the blueberry specialist in presenting this program to Maine growers. This training has provided Maine's wild blueberry grow­ ers the educational resources to produce a crop that will be competitive with Canadian wild blueberries and cultivat­ ed blueberries produced in North America." Clear across the country, the University of Alaska Marine Advisory Program created a similar curriculum to aid Alaska fishermen who also qualified for benefits under TAA. Torie Baker, an Assistant Professor of the School of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences, Marine Advisory Program, University of Alaska Fairbanks, is based in Cordova, Alaska, and she played the dual role of train­ ing coordinator and program beneficiary. Owner of her own small fishing operation, Baker coordinated more than 300 statewide workshops that trained more than 4,300 fish­ ermen and crew within a fivemonth period. Information such as access to new loan programs, marketing grant information, alternative train­ ing opportunities and direct marketing strategies and materials comprised much of the information. Nearly all workshop evaluations deemed the information "extremely valuable." "Once a particular industry has qualified for TAA assis­ tance, the technical training program is mandatory before they become eligible for cash benefits," Baker said. "After completing the training, appli­ cants who receive a cash ben­ efit are eligible to apply for benefits through the US Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration program ." Department of Labor benefits, according to USDA personnel, may also include education grants and training designed to facilitate a producer's departure from farming or fishing. If a producer does, in fact, qualify, the cash benefits also help. "I was extremely fortu­ nate," Baker said. "In 2002, I caught a lot of low-valued fish, and the cash benefit is based on poundage. As a result, I paid for half of my boat loan payment for this year with the financial benefits I received through TAA. That helped a lot!" Producers interested in for­ mally petitioning to USDA's Trade Adjustment Assistance program must complete their paperwork and send, via fax, prior to January 31 to the USDA headquarter in Washington at (202) 7200876. They may also be sent via e-mail. Petition forms are available online at www.fas.usda. gov/itp/taa/FAS0930.pdf. They may also be requested by phone at (202> 720-2916 or by e-mail at trade.adjustment @fas. usda.gov. Petitions must be filed by a group of three or more producers or an author­ ized representative, and they may be made on behalf of a state, region or the nation as a whole. applications is Monday, Jan. 31. For more informa­ tion, call the county tax office at 219-2560. Exemption Number for Qualified Purchases Farmers can apply for an exemption number to Voluntary Farmland reduce or eliminate sales tax on feed, fertilizer, and • Preservation Program The Voluntary Farmland certain farm equipment. In Program previous years, this was Preservation handled at the local store. gives members increased Starting in 2005, the local protection from nuisance Eastern Carolina Organics planning meeting will be held on Friday, Jan. 28, with location to be determined. ECO is the newest whole­ sale organic produce buyer in this region. The meetings held this past December highlighted the excellent sales opportunities available to organic growers through this organization. I work. Therefore, eye strctin. Eye strain from computer us© is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vie lor* Council ol America recommend* regular eye exam* lor you and your family to ensui healthy vision. Chock Yearly. See Clearly.* H Kilby's Livestock Market Inc. Sale Report for January 17, 2005 Kind Wt. Range Price Range 60.00 - 60.00 Cow/Calf Pairs by the Head 1040.00 -1040.00 Cows by the Head 630.00 - 735.00 Cows Cows Cows Cows Cows Cows Cows Cows Cows C0W8 600 - 695 700 - 795 800 - 895 900 - 995 1000 - 1095 1100 - 1195 1200 - 1295 1300 - 1395 1400 - 1495 1500 -.1595 22.00 - 22.00 5.50 - 51.00 20.00 - 52.50 45.50 - 57.50 42.50 - 59.00 52.50 - 52.50 5.00 - 55.00 49.50 - 55.00 53.00 - 53.00 50.50 - 50.50 Steers Steers Steers Steers Steers Steers Steers 200 - 295 300 - 395 400 - 495 500 - 595 600 - 695 700 - 795 800 - 895 90.00 - 130.00 94.50 - 128.00 94.00 - 136.00 81.00 - 105.50 90.00 - 95.50 95.00 - 96.50 77.50 - 77.50 Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers 100 - 195 200 - '295 300 - 395 400 - 495 500 - 595 600 - 695 800 - 895 900 - 995 1000 - 1095 106.00-111.00 101.00 - 126.00 100.00 - 131.00 100.00 - 128.50 62.00 - 105.00 83.00 - 83.00 58.00 - 58.00 55.50 - 55.50 52.00 - 52.00 Bulls Bulls Bulls Bulls 100 -195 200 - 295 300 - 395 400 - 495 Bulls Bulls Bulls Bulls Bulls Bulls 500 - 595 600 - 695 700 - 795 80.00-119.00 59.00 - 155.00 117.00 - 145.00 90.00 - 133.50 82.00 - 110.00 83.00 - 94.50 75.00 - 75.00 52.00 - 55.00 Bulls Bulls 1000 - 1095 1100 - 1195 1300 - 1395 1600 - 1695 1900 - 1995 63.00 - 63.50 66.00 - 66.00 67.00 - 67.00 66.00 - 66.00 suits and other negative impacts on farming in exchange for agreeing not to develop the land for 10 years. The agreement is voluntary and can be removed with a written request. There are current­ ly over 10,000 acres in Ashe County in the pro­ gram. Call Cooperative Extension at 219-2650 for more information. Organics planning meeting held Jan. 28 www.checkyearly.com Goats store will need a tax exemption number from each farmer. The farmer must apply to the NC Dept of Revenue for this number. If you do not have the num­ ber, you will not be able to get the tax exemption. Have 'Something Special' to say to that Special Someone? Show someone you really care this Valentine's Day with a JEFFERSON POST The statewide meeting of growers is planned to fur­ ther organize and refine ECO. Questions to be dis­ cussed will be "coop or LLC?" as well as more about plan­ ning and scheduling for the season ahead. If you have even a strong interest in growing organically for the wholesale market, this meet­ ing will be worthwhile. The exact location is yet to be determined, but it should be in the Greensboro area. A van will travel from the Watauga office on Jan. 28. Departure time is tentative­ ly scheduled for 7:30 a.m. To confirm the time, and reserve a place in the van, call the Watauga Extension office at (828) 264-3061. BACK TO THE BIBLE (West Jefferson Church of Christ) How Many Ways Are There? Many times it has been said that all who believe in Jesus arc all traveling to the same place, except on different roads. Certainly one must follow Jesus in order to be able to go to heaven (Matthew 16:24); however, what does the Bible say concerning the way? Notice a couple of passages. Having just announced to His apostles of His near departure from this world, which caused them to be grieved, Jesus spoke words of comfort to them that if He departed He would again return that we may be where He is (John 14:1-3). In verse 4. Jesus said, "And whither 1 go ye know, and the way ye know." This confused the apostles and Thomas asked, "Lord, we know not whither thou goest; and how can wc know the way?" (verse 5). Notice Jesus' response: "I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me." Certainly we can understand what Jesus meant when He said, "I am the way..." He did not say, "I am A way..." or "I am one of many ways!" Jesus said, "I am THE way." The only way that we can come to the Father by Jesus is by obeying His commandments. Solomon said, "There is a way which seeincth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death" (Proverbs 14:12). Next, consider Matthew 7:13-14, where Jesus said, "Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it." There are two different and distinct ways mentioned in these verses, only one of which will lead to the Father and eternal life. In life, wc have two choices, we can either choose to follow that which seems right in our own heart or we can choose to follow Jesus (not picking and choosing what wc will and will not obey). We cannot do that which we "believe" is right and enter the strait gate and walk the narrow way. The standards of the broad way are set by each individual: however, the end of this way is destruction (II Thessalonians 1:7-9). Any person willing to conform their life to God's Will is walking in the narrow way, which leads to eternal life. Remember, Satan is the deceiver of the whole world (Revelation 12:9) and is doing his best to convince us that the way wc are traveling is the right way. Be not deceived! If you would like to know more about the commandments of the Gospel of Jesus Christ that will wash away your sins and put you into the church that belongs to Him, or if you would like to enroll in an in-home Bible study or in a correspondence course by mail (no cost or obligation to you), please return this coupon to: Back To The Bible, P.O. Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694. !•Yes.' 11 | Tes. i am interested in a correspondence course by mail |Q Yes, l«m interested in an in-home Bible study. I Name: I I Address: LOVE NOTE State: Zip: Call 846-7164 COME SEE OUR SUPER MODEL MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY Come feast your eyes on this beauty. The fully furnished model will help you picture yourself inviting friends to come on over and enjoy the relaxed comfort of your Southland Log Home. We're open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.- 6 p.m., c^LI J and on Saturday from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. jOUinianQ We'll be looking for you at our Charlotte Model Home at 1-77 next to Hampton Inn @ Exit 36 CAl. to order your Southland Log Homes Bring your house plans or a sketch of your plans and we'll give you a free cost estimate. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2005 PAGE 5B ENTERTAINMENT perform at the Ashe From the majestic sound of the Baroque trumpet to the bluesy blare of the trombone, the Grammy award winning Chestnut Brass Company has been captivating audiences with their exuberant and energetic performances from more than 20 years. The Ashe County Arts Council welcomes Chestnut Brass to the Ashe Civic Center for a performance on Monday, January 31 at 7:30 p.m. The Chestnut Brass Company is the only ensemble in the world that tours with their own museum of modern and historical brass instru­ ments. As curators of the sounds of these ancient brasses, Chestnut Brass has been at the forefront of the period instru­ ment revival from the Civil War ear "back-firing" horns, to a rare complete set of keyed bugles, a consort of sacbuts and the startlingly sinuous Renaissance ser­ pent, some of these instruments can be heard in no other place than on a CBC concert. Their passion to reflect the rich tradi­ tion and exciting spirit of brass instruments has given the com­ pany a well-deserved reputation of collecting these antique instruments, seeking out forgot­ ten repertoire and recreating the lost sounds of other eras through their vibrant perform­ ances. Since the beginning as a street band on 17th and Chestnut in Philadelphia in 1977, Chestnut Brass is now a successful company complete with a recording career and busy touring season. They left the sidewalk gig behind and kept part of their street life by choosing a name: The Chestnut B" r a s s Company. Founding m e m b e r s Bruce Barrie and Jay Krush welc o r n e d Marian Hesse in 1986, Larry Zimmerman in 1992 and John Thomas has toured w i t h Chestnut Brass the last two seasons. River Rock Gallery features watercolors of Lib McRimmon River Rock Gallery's Featured Artist Program continues with Lib McRimmon in the January spotlight. Local artists of note are displayed at the gallery on a rotating schedule, and this month River Rock welcomes Blue Ridge Arts Clan member Lib McRimmon. Mrs. McRimmon studied art under the instruction of Priscillan Bant and Juanita Patrum of High Point. She paints mainly for her hokme, children and relatives. Her beautiful watercolor paintings depict floral arrangements, mountain and coastal scenes, seasonal scenes, places that she has visited, and other compositions. Upon retirement, she returned to Ashe County where she became and active member of the Blue Ridge Art Clan. She and her husband, Stuart, reside Campbell Award. Further books are "Catching Light" (2002), "Wake" and "Coming To Rest." She received the 2001 North Carolina Award for Literature. Zuber was born and raised in Boone. Now a Winston-Salem resident, Zuber was a librarian at Wake Forest University for many years. Her novel "Salt" was published by Picador USA. In October 2003 it received Virginia Commonwealth University's First Novel award presented as part of the James River Literary Festival in Richmond. Her poetry and short fiction have appeared in a number of literary magazines and she received many publication prizes. Her poetry collections are "Oriflamb" and "Winter's Exile." On March 24, Allison Hedge Coke visits campus. Coke grew up in North Carolina, Canada, and on the Great Plains. She holds an AFA from the Institute for American Indian Arts, an MFA from Vermont College, and a professional performing arts certificate. Her new book, "Rock, Ghost, Willow, Deer: A Story of Survival (Native Lives Series)," was released in May 2004 by the University of Nebraska Press. She directs the Writer's Voice at the Sioux Falls YMCA and teaches Native American Studies at the ' University of Sioux Falls. Poet Minnie Bruce Pratt will give a presentation April 7. She The ensemble is active in the performance and commissioning of contemporary music and has introduced numerous new works to audiences around the country. The quintet has received awards for commissioning and performance from the NEA, ^ the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Chamber Music America and Meet the Composer. This performance is supported by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Southern Arts Federation in part­ nership with the National Endowment for the Arts. Funding for this concert comes through a Series Support Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, with corporate sponsorship from Ashe County Motors, and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. The extraordinary diversity of The Chestnut Brass Company's repertoire on both historical and modern brass instruments insures that audiences young and old alike will eryoy an excit­ ing and entertaining evening of innovative music. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for stu­ dents. Tickets for the 7:30 con­ cert are available in advance at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone with a credit card at 336846-ARTS. Writer/photographer Douglas Butler to be at Ashe Library Jan. 27 near West Jefferson. Stop by the Gallery, located at 101 N. Jefferson Ave in West Jefferson. Winter hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. Browse a variety of local arts in an elegant setting. Visit the website at riverrockgallery.com for more information. Visiting writers series opens Jan. 27 with poet/performer Jaki Shelton-Greene The Visiting Writers Series at Appalachian State University opens its spring semester schedule Jan. 27 with a reading by Jaki Shelton-Greene. Shelton-Greene is one of six writers participating in theseries during spring semester. All presentations begin at 7:30 p.m. in Plemmons Student Union's Linville Falls Room on campus. For more information, call Joseph Bathanti at (828) 262-2337. Shelton-Greene, a dynamic poet/performer, has published several books, including "Dead on Arrival," "Masks," "Dead on Arrival and New Poems" and "Conjure Blues." She has also published the play "Blue Opal." Her poems have appeared in Crucible, The African-American Review, Ms and Essence maga­ zines and Obsidian. She is cur­ rently compiling a collection of short stories and a poetry man­ uscript, as well as her first novel. Kathryn Stripling Byer and Isabel Zuber present readings March 3. Stripling Byer's first book of poems, "The Girl In The Midst Of The Harvest," appeared in 1986 in the Associated Writing Programs Award Series. Her second, "Wildwood Flower" (1992), was published by LSU Press and won the Lamont Poetry Prize of the Academy of American Poets. "Black Shawl" was selected for both the Roanoke-Chowan Award and the Brockman- Company has published five books of poetry: "The Sound of One Fork " "We Say We Dove Each Other," "Crime Against Nature," "Walking Back Up Depot Street" and "The Dirt She Ate: Selected and New Poems," which received the 2003 Lambda Literary Award for Poetry. Her book of prose stories about gender boundary cross­ ing, "S/HE," was one of five finalists in Non-Fiction for the 1995 American Library Association Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Book Award, as well as one of three finalists for the Firecracker Award in NonFiction. The series concludes the sea­ son with novelist Sheri Joseph on April 21. Her collection of stories, "Bear Me Safely Over" (2002), was a Booksense 76 selection in both hardcover and paperback and has been pub­ lished overseas in England, France and Italy. Her short fic­ tion has appeared in numerous literary journals including The Georgia Review, Kenyon Review, Shenandoah, Virginia Quarterly Review and Other Voices and in the anthologies Birds in the Hand (Farrar, Straus, & Giroux) and After O'Connor: Stories from Contemporary Georgia (University of Georgia Press). "The Elixir," a story included in "Bear Me Safely Over," was a finalist for the National Magazine Award. The Ashe County Public An accomplished moun­ ing shows in Greensboro and Library presents writer and tain climber, Doug has sum- Winston-Salem. He has photographer Douglas mited the highest geograph­ received first place and best Butler on Thursday, January ical point in each of the 50 in show awards at several of 27, at 2:00 p.m. in the meet­ United States, including these exhibitions. He is rep­ ing room. Doug will show Mount McKinley, North resented locally by the R.T. slides from and speak about America's tallest mountain Morgan Gallery in West his overland journey (20,320 feet). Jefferson. through the West African His articles and photo­ His program at the library countries of Burkina Faso graphs have appeared in promises to be a fascinating and Mali to the city of numerous regional and and entertaining look at the Timbuktu on the edge of the national publications includ­ people and cultures of these Sahara Desert. Photographs ing "RELAX Magazine" and faraway lands, as well as an that Doug took on this expe­ "American Medical News." opportunity to see more of dition are on display at the One of the photographs on his striking photography. library throughout the display was featured in the The portraits and land­ September 30, 2004, "New scapes on display have gen­ month of January. Journal of erated much interest among For twenty years Doug has England Medicine." He has also pub­ library users because of traveled the world climbing, Ashe County- their vivid portrayal of the trekking, and photographing lished the Lost human and the exotic. See ii-mote regions and native Discovering cultures. He has visited five Province, a guidebook about more, and hear the stories behind the pictures, on continents, exploring areas his home county. January 27. Doug has exhibited of the Amazon and Arctic, throughout the area, includ­ Africa and Asia. LOW RATES FOR 12 MONTHS! Combine our Digital One Star Pak with Mediacom Online and Save up to $500! MEDIACOM ONLINE DIGITAL ONE STAR PAK UP TO 3Mbps SPEEDS UP TO 150 CHANNELS ALWAYS ON CONNECTION • UP TO 20 CHANNELS OF STAR2! > STREAMING VIDEO . DIGITAL MUSIC CHANNELS • INTERACTIVE GUIDE 29 $ 95* © A MONTH For 12 Month* When Combined with Mediatom Online. . 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Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first in­ correct run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incor­ rect copy submitted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified ©jeffersonposl.c om Web. www.jeffersonpost.com LOST in the Apple Grove-Big Laurel Area. 3 Beagles- 2 Black, Tan & White Males and 1 Red Tick Female. Reward Offered. Can call collect to 828-754-4802 in the mornings & 828-758-8895 in the evenings 80-Places to Go Saturday, January 22, 2005 9:30 am -12:00 noon Mt. Paddy Fellowship Hall Rubber Stamping Workshop $5.00 fee. Please contact Carolyn to reserve a seat. 336-982-9324 or cbQsiey@skykest.com 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES, Service on most all makes. 502 Thur­ ston Street , Winston Salem, Phone 7681177, Res. 468-8802. Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted ACCOUNTABILITY TECHNICIAN Major Responsibilities: Or­ ganize and assemble If you have left information for federal pictures with us workforce program: PLEASE remember to ensure accuracy of come in and pick data and documenta­ them up. tion: assist other staff in monitoring and main­ THANK YOU taining file structure: Jefferson Post manage records and PUBLISHER S NOTICE: files. Qualifications: All real estate advertising High school graduation In this newspaper is sub­ and some clerical or re­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to lated work experience. advertise any preferences. Prefer at least two Limitation or discrimination years ot similar work based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, experience. Must be tinanciat status or national able to demonstrate origin Includes children un strong organizational der the age ot t6 living with 30-Special Notices patents or legal custodians. and prioritizing skills, pregnant women & people must have excellent securing custody of chil­ computer skills, espe­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly cially Microsoft Work accept any advertising for and Excel. Others will legal estate which Is In not be considered. violation of the law. Our readers are here by Professional referen­ Informed that all dwellings ces required. Hiring advertised in this newspa­ Salary: $21,725. Excel­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ lent Fringe Benefits. To plain of discrimination call Apply: Submit complet­ HUD toll-free at ed High Country 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number Council of Govern­ for the hearing Impaired is ments application form, 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found a 2003 Senior Key with initials on back. No chain. Please call Peggy at Jefferson Post. 336-846-7164 FOUND on Hwy 163 Sunday January 17. Male Great Pyrnese. Please call 336-877-4530 if he belongs to you including computer ad­ dendum. Applications available at High Country Council of Governments or local JobLink Career Centers. Applications accepted until position is filled; however appli­ cants are encouraged to respond promptly. Send completed appli­ cations to: Personnel Office High Country Council of Governments 719-A Greenway Rd PO Box 1820 Boone. NC 28607 EOE 828-265-5434 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted CLINICAL COUNSELOR (Posi­ tions 743-40-TBA1 / 743-40-TBA2) Open until filled. Two full time therapist positions with New River Behavioral Healthcare. Caseload would be adults and/or children, depending on the expertise of the thera­ pist. Work based in outpatient mental health center in Wilkes. Work hours: 8-5, Mon-Fri. Minimum re­ quirements: Master's degree in Human Services such as Counseling. Social work or Psychology and be licensed or eligible to be licensed. Salary grade (70) / Typical-hiring range: $37,584-42,936. Sub­ mit state application and college tran­ scripts) to: Wilkes Employment Security Commission, 320 Wilkesboro Ave., Midtown Plaza. Wilkesboro. NC 28659. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAM SUPERVISOR (Position #743-404751) Open until filled. Full time position with New River Behavioral HealthCare. work based in Wilkes and Alleghany County. Position serves as coordinator/supervisor of substance abuse services. Duties include conducting individual and group therapy with substance abuse clients, supervis­ ing other SA staff and completing other administrative duties as needed Work hours: Monday / Friday, 8-5. Minimum require­ ments: Bachelor's degree in a human services field or related curriculum and three years of experience in clinical substance abuse, counseling and/or education; or a Master's degree in a human services field and two years of substance abuse experience. Salary grade (69) / Typical- • hiring range: $35,868$41,028. Submit state application to: Wilkes­ boro Employment Security Commission, 320 Wilkesboro Ave., . Midtown Plaza, North Wilkesboro. NC 28659 or your local ESC Office. Criminal records check and pre-employ­ ment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Bro­ chure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Looking for full time employees - 5 days a wk, 8:30 -4 and 1-9pm, who are goal oriented and self-motivated. Exciting atmosphere and competitive wages involves setting • appointments for salesmen in the field, no cold calling. Training provided. Call (828) 264-6198 ext. 1700. Looking for full time employees - 5 days a wk, 8:30-6 pm, who are goal oriented and selfmotivated. Exciting atmosphere and com­ petitive wages involves pre-qualifying sales leads for salesmen, no cold calling. Training provided. Call (828)264-6198 ext. 1405. MDS COORDINATOR FullLTime MDS Coordinator Position Experience Requied. Excellent Salary and Benefits. Apply in person. Ashe Living Center, 540 Waugh Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 PH# 336-246-5581 PT CAP worker needed. Will work one on one with a developmentally disabled adult. Some training and experience required. Salary negotiable. Some weekend work required. Applications due by January 28, 2005. Call 336-846-1202 to apply. PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE II Perform Maternity Care Coordination services by assisting pregnant women in accessing the health care and social services system to achieve optimal health and wellness outcomes. Requires 4 yr. college degree in Nursing with one yr. exp. in public health. Will accept RN with one yr. professional nursing exp. Apply at Employment Security Commission, Midtown Plaza, N. Wilkesboro. Closing Date: Open until filled. Regional Executive Local community bank seeks regional executive in Boone area. Minimum 5 years lending experience required. Email resume to; jobs@blueridgesavings com or mail to: 20 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801. Blue Ridge Savings Bank M Equal Opportunity Employer 260-Garage/Yard Sales YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 275-Produce POTATOES For Sale. $10 per bushel bag. Call 336-877-4222 280-Household Goods For Sale: Husqvarna Viking Designer 1 Embroidery sewing machine. Two years old. excellent condition. Includes instruction video, design discs, mega hoop, extra bobbins and one year free service $3600.00 firm. Ph 336-982-4523 290-Horses & Livestock FOR SALE: 25 4x4 rolls horse quality hay. No rain, mostly DID YOU KNOW7 orchard grass. Our Classifieds 336-877-4530 $15 each. reach everyone in the county? Let our Classified Ads go to 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. 310-Musical work for you! m -j M ?[iL-n u M r«H Give us a call at 846-7164 190-Auto Parts / Services 4 Toyota Steel Wheels with P235 High Traction Tires. Mounted and Ready to go. $125.00 Call 336-877-4222 after 6 pm WANTED: Front Sway Bar for a 1994 to 1996 Dodge Dakota 4x4 336-982-4208 Call Peggy at the Jefferson Post 336-846-7164 to list your business in our High Country Business Services Directory!!! We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it tor free in the Classifieds. , Call 846-7164 for more information FREE DOG TO GOOD HOME: Housebroken, crate-trained mediumsized dog. Dachshund, blood hound mix. Has shots, life-time Ashe Co. tag. Very sweet. 336-846-3696 FREE to a good home 4 year old, red sable Male, standard Pomeranian. He can sing and would be an excellent companion to an older person. Needs lots of attention and an indoor home. Call 336-246-5454. 330-Pets FREE to a good home Barn kittens 6 wks. old Healthy, weaned" & ready to go Call 982-2959 or 982-3674 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber.ALSO: Land with or with­ out timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 370-Cars/Vans for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota. 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $16,800. Call 336-384-1047. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. For Sale: 1987 Dodge Dakota Truck, 4WD. Call 336-246-9839 for details. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Claims Processor We're seeking a full-time Claims Processor (Biller). Position Summary: Completes and processes original billing for one or more payor classes. Maintain Medicare and Medicaid program logs. Follow-up with Insurance Company until payment received. Qualifications: High School Diploma & previous healthcare billing preferred. To apply: apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www.ashememoriaI.org or email to hr@ashememoriaI.org. r ttr I totut HOUWNO o»»o#»u*n Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 Beautiful 100 year old restored house in rural area. 20 min from Boone & 5 min to West Jefferson. Living & Din­ ing area, Kitchen, 3 BR AC & LP Gas heat, 1&1/2BA No Pets. Lease Min 1 year, rent $800. $800 deposit Avail Immediately for info call 919-732-1919 HIGH VISTA APT. 1 & 2 BR Units 307 Vista Drive W. Jefferson, NC Accepting applications for future vacancies. Handicap Units. 2 Bedroom Apartment, Al| major appliances. $200 Deposit $325 per month. Call after 3 pm 336-982-3244 Or call for appointment: 2 Bedroom trailer and Apartment for rent. West Jefferson Call 336-246-6737 8am - 4pm 2 BR between the Jeffersons. Plain and simple, but clean and safe. Play area for children. Small pets considered on individu­ al basis. $380/mo. Midtown Apartments, 135 Badger St. Good references required. 336-846-6500 or 336-384-1336 leave message. 2 BR. 1 BA Apt. on Nikanor Rd, West Jef­ ferson. No pets. $350 /mo, includes water & sewer & W/D on prem­ ises. Dep required. Call 828-898-1900 or 828-260-0923 4 Bedroom /2 Bath Log house $1000 per month. 40 Acres with ponds. Near NC & Tenn Slate Line Available February 1 Call 336-385-1086 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Places to rent goes fast in our "for rent" sections. Call Peggy at 336-846-7164 ALLEGHANY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL SURGICAL UNIT Registered Nurse - Full Time • Valid N.C. License • ACLS, PALS, CPR Required • Hospital Surgical Experience Preferred Call 336-372-3226 jspencer@amhsparta.org Equal Opportunity Employer Britthaven Britthaven of Wilkesboro is AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments •Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available For more information, 1 BR efficiency in Lansing. $220/mo lease, first, last, plus $200 deposit. No pets, excellent references required. Call 846-6500 or 384-1336, and mention the "Lansing Apartment". wwwblueridgesavings.com +H EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent NOW HIRING Deficiency Free long term care facility is seeking a Staff Development Coordinator to join our administrative nursing team. The candidate must be a Registered Nurse with three years of successful teaching and staff supervision experience. Knowledge of geriatrics and nursing home regulations preferred. Competitive salary and benefit package. Please send resume or apply in person. Britthaven of Wilkesboro 1016 Fletcher Street • Wilkesboro, NC 28697 336-667-9261 • Fax, 336-667-3263 • EOE/AAE Office hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM (336)246-3460 or (336)246-2624 Large Apartment for rent in West Jefferson Area. Excellent condi­ tion, well maintained, with refrigerator, stove washer- dryer hook-up. Central heat and air. Large Deck. Call 336-877-4184 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! West JeffersonAvailable Immediately! Apartment in quiet neighborhood, 2 Bed­ room/ 2 Bath. Located: 607 Mountain Avenue Apt. #5. Large, modern Kitchen with dish­ washer, oak cabinets, Efficient Electric Heat! Storage room with Washer/Dryer hook­ ups. Must see to appreciate! Rent $440/mo. One year lease, deposit/referen­ ces required, no pets. Call 336-384-4734 Westview Terrace Apartments on 4th St. in West Jefferson. One and two BR apts available. Rents are based on income. Apartments are carpeted, central heat/air,, w/d connec­ tions and energy effi­ cient. Applicants must apply in person at the on-site office, Apt. 6-A. Office hours are MonFri 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Call (336) 246-4757. Rental Assistance is assigned based upon availability and need. Section 8 welcomed. Equal Opportunity Housing. 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale TTD users call: (828)645-7196 Lake front condo 1 bedroom fully furnished w/water, cable & TV. Good location 336-824-7293 or 336-669-1543 TWO RETAIL STORES FOR RENT Adjacent to WahMart Shopping Center Call 336-246-9379 or 336-246-3508 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 2 and 3 Bedroom Mobile Homes for Rent. HUD approved. 336-246-2087 Mobile Home for rent in East Jefferson on Joe Little Rd. $350 per month Call 336-982-2266 Mobile home in East Jefferson. 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath with Large gar­ den tub. All appliances including dishwasher. Deck and storage building. 982-2833. Nice trailer, clean, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, private, nice neighbor­ hood. $325/month, 1 month deposit. References, required. No pets. Call 982-2139 after 6 pm 500-Mobile Homes for Sale ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. TAXES! TAXES! TAXES! QUIT throwing your money away by renting. Call Now, For the best financing in the industry. Modulars, Triplewides. Doublewides, & singlewides w/land We can clear up your credit. DON'T Wait! Call NOW! 973-2335 Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. 20 words - 4 weeks $33.67 Land for sale. Check it out for a small piece of Heaven! marleylandinvestments.com Wilkes Community College Wilkes Community College Part-time Nurse Aide Part-time Instructor Instructor for Alleghany Campus. Must he RN with one year Nursing Home experience. Phlebotomy Ashe and Alleghany Campuses. Contact Barbara George (336) 838-6204 Contact Barbara George (336) 838-6204 Itritthaven Britthaven of Wilkesboro is NOW HIRING Deficiency Free Long Term Care Facility is seeking a Director of Social Services to join our Administrative Team. The Candidate must have a minimum of a BS in Social work or related field. Experience in Long Term Care or Geriatrics is preferred. Competitive Salary and Benefit Package. Please send resume or apply in person. Britthaven of Wilkesboro 1016 Fletcher Street • Wilkesboro, NC 28697 336-667-9261 • Fax, 336-667-3263 • EOE/AAE <//> LEVITOn Building A Connected World Area Manufacturing Company Has Openings For The Following Positions: • Industrial Mechanics • Machine Operators/Technicians • Electro Mechanical Technicians • Industrial Nurse Attractive Benefits Package Equal Opportunity Employer Send resume to: Human Resources Mgr. 150 Northwest Drive Jefferson, NC 28640 or fax to 336-846-5070 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2005 PAGE 7B Classifieds 530-Lots & Acre&ge 1195-Legals Mountain Property 31+ Acres. 10 miles NW of West Jefferson NC. Near VA. TN & NC Line. Own Your Own Mountain with Natural Springs and Pond Site. Former Christmas Tree Farm. $3800 an Acre. 910-512-0299 Wanted To BuyMountain Property For Sale by Owner. Call 336-384-4228 1115- Professionals Improvements Siding, Windows, Roofing. Decking, Kitchens, Baths & repair work. Reasonable Prices. Quality Workmanship. 336-696-6790 Don't Forget to Contact Peggy at the Jefferson Post to reserve your spot on the High Country Business Services Directory. Call 336-846-7164 Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Web Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up oT Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx at 336-384-4352 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Millie Hodgson, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 3421 Hwy 16 North. Crumpler, NC 28617 on or before the 7th day of April, 2005, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 3rd day of January, 2005. Don A. Hodgson Executor for the Estate of Millie Hodgson 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals BOWIE- SEAGRAVES PARK ENHANCEMENTS NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate shall make immediate payment. The Town of West Jefferson will hold a public meeting on Thursday. January 27, 2005 at 5 o'clock pm at Town Hall. The pur­ pose of the meeting is for the Town to present a Parks and Recreation Trust Fund application for $110,000 to expand the current park and to replace the existing playground equipment. The public is encour­ aged to attend and to offer comments on the application and on the park. The current grant appli­ cation hopes to replace the existing playground equipment with safetyrated, handicappedaccessible equipment. Also, the Town plans to develop park space between the Ashe County Library and • Railroad Avenue on land currently owned by the Town of West Jefferson. The park ex­ pansion would include steps to the Library from the corner of Rail­ road Avenue and Main Street and landscaping with benches and pic­ nic tables. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executors of the estate of Carl Franklin Colvard. Jr.. late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the under­ signed on or before the 14th day of April. 2005, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment to the undersigned. This 11th day of January, 2005. Please call Town Hall with any questions and comments (246-3551). The public is encour­ aged to attend and to offer comments. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY Notice to Creditors Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of EDNA MAY PERRY, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, the un­ dersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations hav­ ing claims against the estate of said decedent to present them to David Jolly, Attorney, P.O. Box 38, Crum­ pler, North Carolina 28617, on or before the 7th day of April, 2005, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporation indebted to the said Estate are requested to immediate make payment to the undersigned. JOHN C. JOHNSTON, JAN CADDELL, SR., AND JAMES R. GRAY Executors of the Estate of CARL FRANKLIN COLVARD, JR.. Deceased Post Office Box 398 Jefferson, North Carolina 28640 JOHNSTON AND JOHNSTON Attorneys at Law Post Office Box 398 Jefferson, North Carolina 28640 This the 9th day of November, 2004. Peggy Ann Bare Harless, Executrix for the Estate of Bernice Bare Bare NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the estate of Karen Gail Stike deceased, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against the es­ tate of said deceased to exhibit them to the undersigned at 720 W. Mill Creek Rd.. Warrensville, NC 28693 on or before the 7th day of April, 2005 or this This the 4th day of January, 2005. This 6th day of January, 2005 David Jolly, Executor Classifieds Work! Call Peggy at T HE JEFFERSON POST 846-7164 Joseph B. Robinson, Jr Administrator for the Estate of Joseph Butler Robinson, Sr. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Bernice Bare Bare, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 462 Buck Mtn. Rd„ West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694 on or before the 31st day of March, 2005, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recov­ ery. All persons indebt­ ed to the estate will Jennifer G. Stike Administratrix for the estate of Karen Gail Stike ART. ASK FOR MORE. MM T- mjt xiy-Mtc tru '» i pfUMt rf imshoua. pkMi em H* AuMtaatfurflMAt* wg * N O R T H C A R O L I N A Discover the state you 're in. 1-800-VISIT NC WWW.VISITNC.COM. TYSON FOODS INC. TYSON FOODS INC. PLANTA FRESCA Fresh Plant Now Hiring A HORA C ONTRATANDO CHICKEN CATCHERS AGARRADORES DE POLLO FOR Two SHIFTS PARA DOS TURNOS 4:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. 12:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Joseph Butler Robinson, Sr., late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at 217 Cherry Drive, Boone, NC 28607 on or before the 7th day of April, 2005, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 15th day of December, 2004. 4:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. 12:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Pay will be $9.25 for 3 weeks, piece rate thereafter up to $500 per week plus bonuses. Tyson offers the following benefits to all team members: El Pago Sera $9.25 por 3 senianas, despues sera precio por pieza, hasta $500 por semana mas beneficios. Tyson ofrece los siguientes beneficios a todos los miemhros de el equipo: • Seguridad De Trabajo • Job Security • Aseguranza Medica, Dental, Y De Vision • Medical. Dental and Vision Insurance • Tarjeta De Prescripcion Para Medicinas • Prescription Drug Card • Aseguranza De Vida Pagada Por La Compania, Y • Company Paid Life Insurance, And Additional Insurance Offered at Low Rates Aseguranza Adicional Ofrecida A Prccios Bajos • Credit Union • Credit Union • Paid Vacations and Holidays • Vacaciones Y Dias Festivos Pagados • 40IK plan with company match • Plan De Compra De Accioncs Con El Igualamiento De 50% • Plan De 401K Con El Igualamiento De La Compania • Stock purchase plan with 50% Company Match • Company Store with Tyson Products at Very Low Prices De La Compania for Team Members • Advancement Opportunities • Tienda De La compania con Productos Tyson a Prccios Muy Bajos Para Los Miembros De E\ Equipo • Oportunidades Dc Avanzamiento Apply in person at the Employment Security Commision Aplique En Persona En La Comision De Seguridad De Empleo Note: Social Security and Residence (Green) Cards Are Checked and Verified for 1-9 Purposes Through the Basic Pilot Computer System. Nota: El Seguro Social Y Residcncia Tarjetas (Verdes) Son Inspeccionadas Y Vcriflcadas Para Proposito De Las 1-9 A Traves De El Sistema De Computadora Basic Pilot. . EOE M/V/F/D EOE M/V/F/D TSR ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY B* ANTIQUES ^AntiquesC^BRITTHAVEN ^onjvfain HIGH COUNTRY YWALL of Wilkesboro 1016 Fletcher St. • Wilkesboro, NC 204 South Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-667-9261 336-846-1231 hanc H ANGING & F INISHING THOMASJARMAN OWNER 336-385-1450 ay Over 5,000 Square Feet Over 40 vendors Newest Antique Mall in the High Country _ Britthaven is an EOE uplo5QtsOil, 11 tLube MWdHpoulk STATE LINE FAST LUBE Hwy 16 @ NC/VA State Line 276-579-4562 Open 8-5 M'T'Th'F V 8-2 Wed & Sat / 202 South Jefferson Ave West Jefferson • 336-846-1440 Open Mon-Sat 10AM-5PM www.oldefriends.com Dee Petersen, RY BSY MA 684 Walter Dr. • Wo«( Jefferson. >C Office: 336-846-1422 lhcpelersen*@sluhe«.|.rom flexible appt. schedule FREE Complimentary Wellness Assessment COUNTRY FREE ESTIMATES! Call 336-846-4960 Oil Change, Lube t Filter ti JW 65 yveiinea^ Individual and Personalized ..IGH New Construction Remodeling • Additions Roofing & Repairs Set of 4 All 13"-$169 All 14"-$189 All 15"-$209 16"Truck - $360 16 ~ 235-85-16 gathered just for you Kjuuiuuui — Carpentry, inc. TIRE SALE OVER TEN YEARS EXPERIENCE At Olie Friends you will find •" all manner of primitive wares, antiques and country goods Wellness Consulting and Coaching BUSINESS Ha noIt) Jones SERVICES Excavamg Tnock Hoe, Dozen. & Backhoe Senvice All Types of Grading Dirt & Gravel Hauled land Cleared Road Building • Septic System Basement & Footers Pond Building 20 Years Experience Excellent Work at an Excellent Price FREE ESTIMATES • INSURED a^336-384-l 140 Cell:336-977-0193 w SATELLITE ASHE COUNTY ROOFING Years Experience J O E ' S IV AND •licensed in MkCmiia&U mj SATELLITE •Ml nkifin^ of all kinds "'""'I SALES A SERVICE • Roof Painting Mountain Village Shopping Onler (Behind Hardee's) Jefferson, NC 11 3ERTY .TAX 336-246-2021 ISERVICE FAST LOANS ON REFUNDS MOST WITHIN 24 HOURS FKI ELECTRONIC FILING WITH PAID PREPARATION QUALITY SERVICE AT THE BEST PRICE! " •** mm — •Insured Mil. M Guaranteed if^FREE TV JVC 7- zenith TV'S & HOME THEATRES (j VT Sl"P for <*reaf JY F Authorized Technicians On Board Allen Miller JO Plus Years Experience 982-3335 336-384-3033^« �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2005 JEFFERSON POST EDUCATION \ x S i EVE JOHNSON a AUTO WORLD <NAPA> AUTOCARE CENTER • Announcing ^ Photo courtesy of ACMS Ivey Tant is one of the three musicians heading for All-District auditions. to playa piece they had never seen before in front of vari­ ous band directors who acted as judges for the auditions. Approximately one thousand students from middle schools in our Northwest district competed that day for a chair in one of the two bands that were to be formed: the con­ cert band and the higher ranking symphonic band. The results of the auditions were learned the following Monday morning. Ivey Tant placed 8th chair trumpet in the symphonic band! Ivey has now earned the right to attend a clinic at LenoirRhyne College on Friday, February 4 with a concert to be performed by the bands the following day at P.E. Monroe auditorium at 2 p.m. Ms. Carlton stated that it takes a lot of talent and ambition to try for something like this. Each of these stu­ dents work hard and repre­ sent Ashe County Middle School and its band program very well! Fall 2004 dean's and chancellor's lists announced at Appalachian Appalachian State Education, Junior; Robin University has released its Eugenia Bauguess, Graphic dean'B and chancellor's lists Arts and Imaging for the fall 2004 semester. Technology, Senior; Jessica To qualify for the Dean's Lee Beckworth, Elementary List, a student must either Education, Freshman; Josh be enrolled for 12 to 14 Kinion Beckworth, English, hours of academic credit Senior; Travis Matthew and attain a 3.45 grade Bennett, Technology point average or be enrolled Education, Junior; Angela in 15 or more hours of aca­ Dawn Carson, Elementary demic credit and attain a Education, Senior; Allison 3.25 grade point average. Paige Chrisawn, To qualify for the Elementary Education, Chancellor's List, a student Junior; Amber C. Church, must be enrolled for a mini­ Major Undecided, mum of 12 hours of academ­ Freshman; Joshua Alan ic credit and attain a 3.85 Church, French, Education, grade point average. Sophomore; Tonya Caudill Students on the Denny, Elementary Chancellor's List also quali­ Education, Junior; Lori fy for the University's Marie Dillard, Elementary Dean's list. Education, Junior; Shannon Chancellors List: Angela Miranda Dixon, Major Dawn Carson, Elementary Undecided, Freshman; Education. Senior; Vickie Lindsey M. Everhart, Richardson Flanagan, Mathematics, Secondary Elementary Education, Education, Sophomore; Senior; Emily Lynn Grogan, Ashley Amber Farrington, Child Develop: Birth- Law, Junior; Vickie Kindergarten, Senior; Richardson Flanagan, Tommy Joe Hampton, Elementary Education, Information Systems, Senior; Jama A. Greene, Junior; Ballard Dixon Biology, Secondary Hoyle, Recreation Education, Freshman; Management, Senior; Katie Emily Lynn Grogan, Child Amanda Jones, Elementary Develop: BirthEducation, Senior; Rosalena Kindergarten, Senior; Dawn Magroski, Special Ed: Tommy Joe Hampton, Learning Disabilities, Information Systems, Senior; Cheri Lynne Junior; Katelyn Marie Maynard, Middle Grades Hendricks, Biology/Ecology Education, Senior; Isaac & Environ Biology, Wesley Parsons, Industrial Freshman; Barbara Jean Technology, Construction, Heufel, Elementary Senior; Holly Marlene Education, Sophomore; Riddle, English, Senior; Susan Lee Hopkins, Cara Amanda Sansbury, Exercise Science, Senior; Exercise Science, Senior; Ballard Dixon Hoyle, Robin Michele Stockwell, Recreation Management, Special Ed: Learning Senior; Jennifer Nicole Disabilities, Junior; Kelly Johnson, Sociology, Junior; Autumn Whittington, Katie Amanda Jones, Elementary Education, Elementary Education, Sophomore; Kristen Alaine Senior; Hannah Leigh Winn, Elementary Jordan, Music Education, Education, Senior. Senior; Bobby Joe Lewis, Deans List: Summer Biology, Pre-Professional, Marie Barker, Elementary Freshman; Michael Chad < Napa Auto Care Center Three ACMS students attend All-District band auditions On Saturday, January 8, Ashe County Middle School Band Director, Paula Carlton, took three of her 8th grade concert band students to the annual All-District band auditions held at Central Davidson Middle School. Alto saxophonists Amos Vannoy and Channa Caudill and trumpet player Ivey Tant had volunteered early in the school year to memorize scales and work on assigned solos for this audi­ tion. The students also had ID' Are Now a Lewis, Industrial Technology, Construction, Senior; Rosalena Dawn Magroski, Special Ed: Learning Disabilities, Senior; Crystal Lynn Jordan Maine, Social Work, Senior; Mitchell Ryan Mash, Health Promotion, Senior; Cheri Lynne Maynard, Middle Grades Education, Senior; Allen Worth McNeill, Industrial Tech, Ind Draft & Design, Freshman; Michael Eugene Osborne, History, Secondary Education, Senior; Isaac Wesley Parsons, Industrial Technology, Construction, Senior; Amanda Sue Poe, Elementary Education, Freshman; Joshua Shawn Poe, Psychology, Senior; Holly Marlene Riddle, English, Senior; Nikki LeAnn Royal, Criminal Justice, Junior; Cara Amanda Sansbury, Exercise Science, Senior; Christopher P. Serina, Music Education, Junior; Jenna Rene Sexton, Elementary Education, Junior; Matthew Lewis Shepherd, Geography, Junior; Jared Andrew Siglin, Physical Education, K-12, Senior; Ronald Lee Snyder, Information Systems, Senior; Allison Claire Sparks, Elementary Education, Senior; Megan Nicole Stansberry, Psychology, Senior; Robin Michele Stockwell, Special Ed: Learning Disabilities, Junior; Erica LeAnn Testerman, Elementary Education, Junior; Carmen Sue Wade, Elementary Education, Junior; Kelly Autumn Whittington, Elementary Education, Sophomore; Kristen Alaine Winn, Elementary Education, Senior; and Amber Nicole Witherspoon, Recreation Management, Senior. Send Community Calendar items to us by e-mail: kshepherd@JeffersonPost.com Include name & telephone number for verification purposes. 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Flatten balls with your fingers. and oily. When wet, it becomes sticky mud. Dryclay does not hold together well and usually turns 3. Use a pastry cutter in the shape of a circle to cut out to dust. Sometimes natural clay is red, gray, or a fiat circle from each one. brown. When clay is heated to the proper temperature, it shrinks and hardens. Then it can be used for many things such as bricks. When 4. Roll out four "snakes" about 1/4 inch thick clay is glazed and fired (heated), it becomes water and long enough to fit around the inside tight. Clay has been used for many many years by edge of one of the fiat circles. every society. Native Americans made pots, bowls, and plates from clay. In Asia, beautiful vases have been made for years and are now admired in museums all over the world. The pyramids in 5. Trim each end of the "snakes" with a diagonal cut. Egypt are made entirely from clay. Now wet the ends and press together the ends of Presently one can find many different each "snake" to make four rings. types of sculpting materials in a hobby shop that are a lot like clay. Hardening clay is the best type to use for small projects. It hardens without the use of an oven and is very easy to mold w hile soft. After it hardens, the project may be painted and 6. Place a ring on the inside edge of one of the fiat covered with glaze to make it shine. circles. Build up the sides of your pot by wetting uu l j j uu u t i and placing the remaining rings on top of each other. t Place the second fiat circle on top of the pot for your lid. You may want to stick a clay ball on top of your lid. WHICH SILHOUETTE FITS THIS CERAMIC VASE 7. Let it dry for a few days then have fun painting! CIRCLE THE ITEMS BELOW CAN YOU FIND THIS CLAY MADE FROM CLAY PITCHER AT THE GARAGE SALE? g uaMKuy See if you can help this guy find all the things made of clay from our list. 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West Jefterson, NC 28694 336-"246-2307 •Toll Free 1-866-246-2307 www rogencypropertiesnc com Showcase Liafititw t o Licensed & Insured 336-246-3367 R~2A bo: �PAGE lOB piymf, JAXUAP 21. 2005 JUTUSON COMMUNITY NEWS Still missing • Editor'$ .Voir tog information TV follotr I '•> Amanda BarUm. uift cf Copt. Adam BmrUm mtk the t&md Avburm. and ku par aJ%^ Ealky Bariou rnt4 of Bra r Crvek > r by Undo Copt. .Adam Barlow with the 62nd Airborne out of Fort Bragg. a native of Ache County, and feilov soldier lit U. Mark Gamer of Surry County e«\>oy*d a Sear Year's breakfast with Lt. Gon Thomas Meti in Baghdad Their wives and families isceivod a full report of the unexpected and much appreMark's wife. NkkayU. of Wilkes County, sent a photo of the tno outside the General's headquarters Later. Adam's wile. Amanda, also an Ashe County native, and his father sent photos of Adam's unit on deployment ui Iraq The photos show scenes of the soldiers from Charlie Company patrolling the streets, enjoying a Christmas meal, checking out the pond around one of Saddam Hussein's former palaces, and of the crossed sabers structure There is s pfexc of Adam and Barlow at Fort Adam's change of last October and Mark were V P la Iraq in early December 2004 with the 82nd Airborne Division to provide additional military tor the Iraqi elect** for Jan 30 They have able to communicate (airly regularly with frmiiy by phone and through trndL -We hoar quite frequently through emails,* said Jim Barlow 'Adam's doing very well They're boused in one of Saddams former palaces. They're doing such wonderful things over there, making sure the people have every thing they need and in the meantime looking out for the bad guys. They have been in close proximity to where some of those bombs have gone off One went off about :t(KJ meters away from where they live." i parent* say they about him but are of what he's doing and for his safe.. K den But we're getting such woadrtful email from / and the others able to as Adam's first deployment to Iraq and the first deploy ment for their whole family which includes a 2 yearoM that Adam and Mark were because they are 130 days, said his father He was sent to help with security Amanda said Adam and Mark really <*V°yed breakfast with Gen MrU. who la from the Elkin area They enjoyed a southern breakfast with food sup­ plied taa she hears* by the General's sister, and talked about borne Mark and General Met* shared mem arses of attending West Bant As for their safety, Amanda said. "I do worry about that, but 1 try to keep it in the back of my mind 1 don't watch the news at all ' Hopefully, these young men with the «2nd Airborne will be returning home in late winter or early spring along with the National Guard company from Ashe County, who are expected by the end of March the same kind of value* in the dmnoa He arol a email, said Jim. for • a National State who was • TMH proud to be an .American Jim. a veteran of the Vietnam War era. said he was very moved by that and by the thought of Adam being in harm's way. -What wonderful people we have representing us in such tremendous fashion over there." said Jim "HopefiiUy. this is a real good thing. As a parent. I'm scared for him and looked on this aa a bur during the election* "He plans to return in late March •nit depends on the bad guys." be Mid -He may have to stay longer* Jun said he believes Adam's intent as to make the Army his career The oppor he s Hi dous far think he's at this time "I cant anything wife.M said Jim 1 happy with it h i m r\rut\if • added-Adam s Especially Amanda said she hear* from her husband almost every day through email and every week or ao by phone It ONLY! Buy 1 Nokia 3205 Camera Phone FREE Get 1 OR, Bring in your old cell phone & get $25* toward a new phone! Special Prepay Offer... • Kyocera Blade phone • S20 in talk time minutes • Activation fee all for only $69.99 No contract • No credit check • No age requirement know my Stop by Sat Jan. 22nd during our live remote 11 a.m - 1 p.m. &enioy tbese 2-hour Specials... FREE Nokia 3205 Camera Phone 50% off in-stock accessories REGISTER TO WIN • Camera Phone • Prepay Package • Television with Home Theater System Carolina West Wireless, West lefferson 1447 Mt. lefferson Rd in front of the Wal-Mart Shopping Center 336-219-0001 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 80 Issue 6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 20 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2005-01-21 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/4cb0567625e81465703a6d56a727ee1e.pdf 9d78117c90f564783d6d31211c8d8e76 PDF Text Text • Lady Huskies win two games Tuesday page 6 January 23, 2007 • Varsity men split b'ball games 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 6 • Industrial volleyball champs SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 7 PAGE 6 Brother kills brother in fight by Jim Thompson Editor A fight in Boone ended in tragedy late Tuesday evening, as an Ashe native allegedly stabbed his brother to death. Late in the evening of Jan. 16, Gale Dean Howell III, 29, and his younger brother, Dustin Clay Howell, 22, were arguing in the Hilltop Drive, home they reportedly shared with their mother, Kathy Howell. The two men stepped outside and, according to au­ thorities, a fight ensued. After a 911 call shortly before midnight, both men were transported to Watauga Medical Center. Gale Howell had suffered multiple stab wounds and died later at the hospital. His brother had cuts to his mouth and chin, and was treated and released. A warrant for Dustin How­ ell's arrest for first degree murder was issued Thursday, and he surrendered to au­ thorities in Boone that after­ noon at 5:15 p.m. The younger Howell is being held without bond in Watauga County jail, pend­ ing a first court appearance on Feb. 1. Habitual felon draws 22+ years by Jim Thompson Editor If Michael Anthony Horton was repentent of the crimes that have now put him behind bars for more than 22 years, it did not show last Thursday. As Horton exited the Wilkesboro courtroom where he had been convicted and sen­ tenced as a habitual felon, he cursed District Attorney Tom Horner, and made an obscene gesture in his direction. Horton, 36, was sentenced to not less than 22 years and one month and not more than *28 years in prison. The 22 years, one month must be served without opportunity for parole. ^ Post file photo Jackie Blackburn Civic leader Det. Grady Price (left) and Sheriff James Williams show the 23.5 pounds of dry marijuana seized from a Rich Hill home last week. Deputies bust pot drying house by Jim Thompson Editor Well-known civic leader Jackie Carlton Blackburn, 71, died suddenly Wednesday during a visit to Florida. A native of Fleetwood, Blackburn graduated from Fleetwood High School and Mars Hill College. He then worked as a process engineer for Sprague Electric Co.— by Jim Thompson said Williams. sell and distribute, and pos­ now United Chemi-Con—for Editor What they did not find was session of a firearm by a con­ 30 years. After that, he owned Ashe deputies have bust­ a suspect—Arthur J. Wil­ victed felon. and operated Blue Ridge Ca­ ed a marijuana drying opera­ liams Jr., 52, who authorities "He has not been taken ble TV. Throughout his life, he tion and seized 23.5 pounds said had been renting the into custody," Williams said worked the family farm. of the illegal drug. house for the past five years. in an interview last week. His deep commitment to On Saturday, Jan. 13, dep­ The landlord is not implicat­ Authorities, however, are Ashe County was reflected uties led by Det. Grady Price ed in the case, or accused of. seeking the man. Photo courtesy of NCDOC in his willingness to serve in and Sheriff James Williams any wrongdoing. Williams did not appear many leadership roles. He had Michael Anthony Horton executed a. search warrant Warrants have been is­ to have lived at the home, ac­ been a member of the board of The jury found Horton on a house in th" Rich Hill sued against Williams, cording to the sheriff. There directors of Blue Ridge Elec­ guilty of drug trafficking, section of Creston. What they charging him with traffick­ was no indication found that tric for 14 years at the time maintaining a vehicle in con- found in the house was "mar­ ing in marijuana, possession marijuana was being grown of his passing. Blackburn also Sec Horton, page 5 ijuana drying everywhere," of marijuana with intent, to on site. served the county as the first chairman of ths^/vahe County i Airport Authority, and the present airport reflects his decades of work to improve air transportation here. Other boards he sqrved on farm of 25 to 28 utility scale included the Tarheel Elec­ wind turbines on Big Springs tric Membership Association, Mountain ih Creston. A peti­ Yadkin Valley Bank, Ashe tion was filed last August by County Farm Bureau, Ashe Northwest Wind Energies County Group Homes, Ashe LLC with the NC Utilities County Library, Ashe County Commission for a certificate Little Theater and the Ashe of convenience and necessity County Arts Cehter. He was for construction and opera­ also a member of the county tion of these wind turbines board of elections and an ac­ noted in documents filed with tive member of the Demo­ the commission as proposed cratic Party, in which he had to be 260 to 345 feet tall, the served on the state executive equivalent of a building 26 board. to 34 stories tall. Imagine A strong Christian and the cell phone tower in West member of Mount' Jefferson Jefferson nearly twice as tall Presbyterian Churqh, Black- * and wide with several spin­ burn made over 30 trips to ning blades that have lights Jamaica, during, which he on their tips. helped build schools and pro­ According to a story pub­ vided relief for the poor and Post photo by Linda Burchette lished in the Post last August Big Springs Mountain is seen in the distance. See Wittd, page 5 disabled. His obituary appears on Windmill hearing set for Thursday by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor If snowfall is light as pre­ dicted, a good-sized crowd is expected to attend Thursday night's public hearing on a proposed wind farm in Ashe County. Many will speak on the issue to the North Caro­ lina Public Utilities Commis­ sion. The hearing begins at 7 p.m. on third floor of Ashe County Courthouse. Speak­ ers will be allowed to sign up at the door. Comments from citizens will also be heard at a second public hearing scheduled Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 9:30 a.m. in the Utilities Com­ mission hearing room in the Dobbs Building in Raleigh. At issue is a proposed wind Planning Board to study floodplain development by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor A two hour discussion last week resulted in a rather ex­ pected decision on floodplain development in Ashe County - a study of the issue by the planning board with any rec­ ommendations brought to the commissioners. This decision was ap­ proved by the commissioners during a joint meeting with the planning board. The two boards heard from Planning Director Zach Edwardson and Emergency Management Coordinator Patty McMeans on the county's floodplain and subdivision ordinances and development concerns before Commissioner and Planning Board Member Marty Gam- Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com bill made a motion to have the planning board look at the floodplain ordinance and subdivision growth as it per­ tains to that ordinance and bring any recommendations for changes to the commis­ sioners. Edwardson said the plan­ ning board is expected to discuss this at their Feb: 1 meeting and perhaps have recommendations for the commissioners at their Feb. 19 meeting. About a dozen people at­ tended the joint meeting besides the two boards and county staff concerned with planning and development. They were there to listen to the discussion and express their concerns about develop­ Post photo by Linda Burchette Todd resident Martha Enzmann spoke to a joint meeting of the county commissioners and planning board last week. Dole reintroduces Lumbee Act Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Elizabeth Dole has reintroduced the Lumbee Recognition Act to provide full federal recognition to the Lumbee Indian Tribe. Senators Richard Burr (RN.C.) and Daniel Inouye (D-Hawaii) are original cosponsors of Dole's bill. "I am proud to take up this fight alongside the Lumbees and to advocate for the recognition they rightfully deserve," said Dole. "The Lumbee Tribe has been unfairly deprived full federal recognition for more than a century. As a result, the tribe ment in the floodplains along the New River and its tribu­ taries. This issue arose from citizens in the Todd commu­ nity concerned about rapid development along the New River. Those residents took their concerns to the commis­ sioners and planning board asking for controlled develop­ ment or at least a study of the issue. Speaking for those Todd residents, Martha Enzmann said development in the floodplains is an economic issue as it affects tourism in the county. Too much develop­ ment close to the New River, she said, impacts not only the river's health but the number of tourists who come to the county because of the river. has been denied the education, health care and economic development opportunities that would significantly benefit not just the tribe, but also the regional economy." "For me, this issue has always been about fairness. The Lumbees have waited more than 50 years to receive the federal recognition they deserve," said Burr. "I will continue to work with the Lumbees to resolve this issue." Dole initially introduced the Lumbee recogni­ tion bill in February 2003 as her very first piece of legislation, and she reintroduced the bill in the 109th Congress. In both the 108th and 109th Enzmann was chastised by Commission Chairman Richard Blackburn for bring­ ing up the issue of "newcomer versus native" when she not­ ed that sometimes those who were not born here are criti­ cized for their comments and efforts. The Todd residents' efforts were praised by Com­ missioner Gary Barber for its grassroots initiative, but also called a "knee jerk" reaction and that the citizens should come together on behalf of the whole county and not just one community. Planning Board Chair Priscilla Cox praised the Todd group for its successful com­ munity council and suggest­ ed other communities might See Boards, page 5 Congresses, Dole successfully pushed for Senate Committee on Indian Affairs approval of her bill. "Simply put, this is about righting a wrong... and allowing future generations of Lumbees to benefit from the recognition for which their ances­ tors have fought tirelessly," said Dole. Federal funding and benefits would be avail­ able to the 55,000 Lumbees, most of whom live in and around Robeson County, North Carolina. The Lumbee Tribe is the largest American Indian tribe east of the Mississippi River and the larg­ est non-federally recognized tribe in the United States. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Eula Marie Miller Hardin Johnson Todd February 16,1907 January 14, 2007 Mrs. Eula Marie Miller Hardin Johnson, age 99, of Sunday, January 14, 2007 at Hillview Family Care Home in Todd, NC. ' She was born on Saturday, February 16, 1907 in Ashe County. Mrs. Johnson was an elementary school teach­ er for many years.'Teaching in Ashe County and Severn, Maryland and back in Ashe County during the late 60's and early 70's. She loved her church, Mission Home Bap­ tist Church and enjoyed gar­ dening, reading and spending Harold Dean Wilcox Lansing October 12,1945 January 16, 2007 Mr. Harold Dean Wilcox, age 61, of Lansing, died Tues­ day afternoon at his resi­ dence. Funeral services were held on Friday, January 19, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home with Rev. Lloyd Day officiating. Burial followed in the Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery with military rites. TKe family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Thurs­ day, January 18, 2007 Mr. Wilcox was born in Ashe County on Friday, Octo­ ber 12,1945 to the late Letch­ er and May Eller Wilcox. He served in the United States Johnny Dale Sheets Lansing February 20,1954 Janual*/17, 2007 Mr. Johnny Dale Sheets, age 52, of Lansing, died Wednesday, January 17, 2007 at the home of Joe and Lettie Carpenter in Beaver Creek Community. Funeral services were held Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home. Burial followed in the May Cemetery. The family received friends from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, one hour prior to the funeral service. Mr. Sheets was born in Ashe County on Saturday, February 20, 1954 to the late Sharon Maria Kennedy Simon Jefferson August 17,1949 January 14, 2007 Sharon Maria Kennedy Simon, age 57 of Jefferson, NC, died Sunday, January 14, 2007 in Boone, NC. Mrs. Simon was born August 17, 1949 in Gaston County to Rev. A. C. and Polly Austin Kennedy. She was preceded in death by her father. She was a graduate of Belmont High School in Belmont, NC and Florida State University. Funeral services wereheld at 11 a.m., Thursday, Janu­ ary 18, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Dr. Keith Franklin officiated. Burial followed in the Jef­ time with her family. Survivors include two sons; William Henry Hardin (Bill) and his wife, Vivian and Thomas Walter Hardin (Tom­ my) and wife, Mary, all of the Beaver Creek Community in West Jefferson; six grandchil­ dren; nine great-grandchil­ dren; two great-great grand­ children also survive. Funeral services was at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel at 2 p.m. on Wednes­ day, January 17, 2007 with Rev. David Welborn, Rev. Gor­ don Rawls and Rev. Jack Mill­ er officiating. Burial followed at the Hardin Cemetery in Beaver Creek. The family received friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tues­ day, January 16, 2007 at the funeral home. Our special appreciation and gratitude to Debbie Hart and Hillview Family Care for the loving care and concern shown to our mother and grandmother. You may give the fam­ ily your condolences at our website www.boonefuneralhhome.com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Army during Vietnam. He worked as a Carpenter. He is survived by his wife, Mary Blevins Wilcox; a daughter, Amy Kissinger, of Jefferson; a step daughter, Jenny Eller, of Jefferson; two brothers, Kermit Wilcox, of Lansing and Jimmy Wilcox, of Walkertown; three grand­ children; several nieces and nephews also survive. No flowers please! In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to: Ameri­ can Legion Post # 275, PO Box 235, Lansing, NC 28643. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Glen Dale and Ollie Mae Gilley Sheets. He worked as a Handy Man. He is survivec^ by two sister6, Judy Powers, of Lansing and Jane Moretz, of West Jef­ ferson; special caregivers, Joe and Lettie Carpenter, of West Jefferson; several nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to: The fam­ ily, do Boone Family Funeral Home, Inc., PO Box 786, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson was in charge of these arrange­ ments. ferson Cemetery. The family received friends from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to either of the following: Ashe Memorial Hospital, 200 Hospital Ave., Jefferson, NC 28640 or Museum of Ashe County History, PO Box 268, Jeffer­ son, NC 28640 Mrs. Simon is survived by her husband, Louie A1 Simon; mother: Polly Austin Kenne­ dy of Jefferson, NC; brothers: William and Dwight Kennedy both of Mooresville, N.C. You may email your con­ dolences to the family trough our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Jackie Carlton Blackburn Fleetwood April 6, 1935 January 17, 2007 Jackie Carlton Blackburn of Fleetwood, NC died Janu­ ary 17, 2007 while visiting in Florida. He was borh April 6, 1935 to Spencer and Doris and graduated from Fleet­ wood High School and Mars Hill College. Jackie worked 30 years as a process engineer for Sprague Electric Company after which he owned and op­ erated Blue Ridge Cable iV and worked the family farm he cherished since childhood. He was a man of many pas­ sions including service to his community. His love of flying led to his appointment as the initial chairman of the Ashe County Airport Authority and he worked tirelessly to realize his dream of the current facil­ ity and the service it provides to the region. He was honored to serve the last 14 years as a member of the board of di­ rectors of BREMCO and took great pride in being informed and contributing to the man­ agement of this community resource. Other boards he graciously served on included the Tarheel Electric Mem­ bership Association, Yadkin Valley Bank, Ashe County Farm Bureau, Ashe County Group Homes, Ashe County Library, Ashe County Little Theater and the Ashe County Arts Center. His strong sense of civic duty and fairness led to several board and officer positions with state and local Boards of Elections as well as his beloved Democratic party. As diligently as he worked in the public sector, those closest to Jackie would speak first of the countless times he privately assisted someone in need. After participating in organized Hurricane Gilbert relief efforts he identified particular causes important to him personally and made over 30 trips to Jamaica, the results of which included prosthetic limbs, shelters and schools. For over 20 years he was an apheresis donor pro­ viding critical components for the treatment of disease victims within hours of be­ ing informed of a , need by X J The American Red Cross. Jackie touched many lives from adopting seemingly lost causes as his own, to being a companion to the sick and el­ derly, to simply giving some­ one a ride when they had no other way. From his youth Jackie longed to see the world. He traveled to six continents and made friends at every stop. It is safe to say he never met a stranger. And yet, there was no place he loved more than Ashe County and no company he enjoyed more than that of his neighbors. In his free time Jackie en­ joyed NASCAR, automobiles and vintage country music: He taught himself to cook, often duplicating recipes he enjoyed during his travels .to the delight of his family and friends. Jackie is survived by his wife Gail -of the home, his daughter Sherry, her husband Roger Edwards and their son Jason Blackburn Edwards of Lewisville who inherited his granddad=s love of the the­ ater. Also surviving are sisters Jeanne Smith and Ann Davis of Jacksonville, FL along with cherished nieces, cousins and in laws and, his most frequent travel partner, nephew John Watts. Everyone who had the pleasure of knowing Jackie knew he loved to tell a story. How we wish we could hear one more. The family received friends at Boone Family Funeral Home at 2005 Mount Jeffer­ son Road in West Jefferson on Saturday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral services were held at Mount Jefferson Presby­ terian Church, where Jackie was a member and an elder, on Sunday at 2 p.m. Memorials may be made to Mount Jefferson Presby­ terian Church, 201 Jefferson Avenue, PO Box 782, West Jefferson NC 28694, or the charity of the donor=s choice. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson was in charge of these arrangemen^: - 1 The Jefferson Post's obituaries may be viewed on-line at wwwjeff-ersonpost.com Clide Lillian Hartsoe Warrensville September 12,1918 January 19, 2007 Ms. Clide Lillian Hartsoe, age 88, of Warrensville, NC, died Friday, January 19, 2007 at Margate Health and Rehab Center. Ms. Hartsoe was born on September 12, 1918 in Ashe County, NC to the late Walter R. and Lockie Miller Hartsoe. She was preceded in death by a sister, Blanche Hartsoe; and a brother, Lester Hartsoe. Ms. Hartsoe enjoyed crocheting, reading and bak­ ing food throughout her life. Funeral services were be held 2 p.m., Monday, January 22, 2007 at Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel in Jefferson, NC. Rev. Larry Shepherd offici­ ated. Burial followed in the Gale Dean Howell III Boone March 1, 1977 January 16, 2007 Mr. Gale Dean Howell, III, better known as "Trey", age 29, of Boone, died Tuesday, January 16, 2007. Funeral services were held on Sunday, January 21, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Bethany United Methodist Church. Burial followed in the church cem­ etery. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Sat­ urday, January 20, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Howell was born in Ft. Stewart, Florida on March 1, 1977 to Gale Dean (Butch) Howell and Kathy, Marie Jack David Harless Fleetwood June 27, 1950 January 20, 2007 Mr. Jack David Harless age 56 of Fleetwood died Sat­ urday, January 20, 2007 at Forsyth Memorial Hospital. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church by Rev. Keith Casey and Jay T. Jones. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Monday, January 22, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Harless was born in Ashe County on June 27„1950 to David Harless and' Nellie Lou Little Harless. He was a member of Mt. Jefferson Bap­ tist Church and the Jefferson Camp of Gideon's Interna­ tional where he served as Treasurer. He was preceded in death by his father David Harless in 1971 and mother Nellie Little Harless in 2006. He was branch manager of Farm Bureau in Jefferson, Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family received friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m., one hour prior to the funeral ser­ vice. Flowers are appreciated or memorials may be made to: The Gideon's International, P.O. Box 993, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ms. Hartsoe is survived by one nephew: Joe and wife, Louise Roland of Warrens­ ville, three nieces: Peggy and husband, Curtis Cheek of Warrensville, Irene Walker of Warrensville, Helen Graybeal of West Jefferson You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website at www. ashelawn. com Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel was in charge of the ar­ rangements. Dixon Howell. He worked as a painter. He is survived by a son, An­ thony Winebarger, of Boone; his father and step mother, Butch and Maggie Howell, of West Jefferson; his mother, Kathy Howell, of Boone; two brothers, Dustin Howell, of Boone and Michael Howell, of West Jefferson; a sister, Mi­ chelle Brooks, of West Jeffer­ son; his paternal grandpar­ ents, Mr. and Mrs. Gale Dean Howell, of West Jefferson also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. N.C. Mr. Harless is survived by, his wife, Laura Laurence Harless, one son, Jonathan Miller of West Jefferson, one daughter, Chrissy Harris and husband Mason of West Jef­ ferson, two brothers, Mack Daniel Harless and wife Aliene of Winston-Salem, Gwyn Harless and wife Grace of West Jefferson, two sisters, Willa Gray Miller of Creston, Martha Lane and husband Frankie of Millers Creek, 3 grandchildren, Mason Har­ ris, Jr., Dillon Harris, Noah Harris and several nieces and nephews also sifrvive: "1 Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to the Gideon's International, PO Box 993 West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may send condolences to the family at our website www.boonefuneralhome.com. Boone Family Funeral Home was in charge of these arrangements. Carbs may be worse for the heart than fat For years, people watching their weight or attempting to stay heart-healthy oper­ ated under the assumption and guidance from dieticians that fat was worse for their hearts and weight than car­ bohydrates. However, conven­ tional wisdom just may have been incorrect, as recent re­ ports indicate the opposite. In late 2006, research­ ers at the Harvard School of Medicine revisited the con­ troversy regarding fats, carbs and heart health, spurred on by the belief that low-carb diets, such as the popular Atkin's Diet, couldn't pos­ sibly be healthy. What they have found just may shock those who thought baked po­ tatoes were better than slabs of cheese. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine looked at the re­ lationship between low-car­ bohydrate dieting and heart WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND disease risk in more than 80,000 women assessed over 20 years. The results found that low-carb eating was not associated with an increased risk of heart disease. After coming to these conclusions, researchers further delved by assessing the relationship between heart disease risk and something known as the 'glycemic load' of a diet. Glycemic load is measured by the glycemic index (GI) of food, or more simply, the speed and extent of sugar release from a particular food when digest­ ed. Usually the higher the GI the themore insulin secreted by the body and the greater the risks for health problems, since excess insulin produc­ tion is linked to an increased occurrence of obesity, type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Many carbohydrates are nutrient-rich and have a low GI, such as several fruits and vegetables. However, it is the starchy staples that the pub­ lic was once encouraged to eat in abundance, such as grains and pastas, that have a high glycemic load and have the potential for health implica­ tions, especially when con­ sumed in abundance. So, does this mean a per­ son should load up on fats and think heart disease is a distant memory?. Probably not. Most diets that propose a radical change of eating habits are largely unhealthy, according to most profession­ als. If you have any doubts about what to eat, practicing moderation is the safest route to take and one that ensures your body is receiving all of the nutrients it needs to func­ tion optimally. 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Many of these are mailed from Cana­ da, and one recent one came from the Virgin Islands. Most of these letters reflect a rather shaky knowledge of English ("Congratulations once again from our staffs and management"), and ap­ pear to have been printed on ink jet printers—rather on some official looking station­ ary. A typical one, received in the county early this year claimed the recipient had won $120,000 in cash. That's the good news. Then comes the catch: "We have secured the re­ quired amount you need to pay for all the tax and ser­ vice charges regarding your winnings. A lump sum pay­ ment of US $120,000.00 will be remitted to your desig­ nated account or a certified cheque will be hand deliv­ ered to your home as sobn as the payments are completed. We have today enclosed a cheque for the amount of US $2,500.00 which is required to be paid. This check is from one of our financial sponsors and is intended to help pay your taxes." The check looks good—but don't be fooled. You can buy the blanks from any office supply store. What they want you to do—and will tell you to do if you contact them—is to de­ posit that $2,500 check (or whatever amount) in your account, write a check (or do an electronic transfer or get a money order) for that amount and mail it to them, sometimes by overnight or other express mail. After WEIL, GOTSHAL & MANGES LLP 767 Fifth Avenue NEW YORK, NY 10153 (519)722-7594 Citibank, N.A. Private Banking & Investment 153 East 53rd Street NEW YORK NY 10043 271061 1-3/210 280 12/29/2006 pAY Two Thousand Five Hundred Dollars And 00/100 Cents $2, 500 . 00 Firm Business il Account TO THE FOLLOWING II- S 7 106 III" HO 2 iOOOOfiRi: LOO Oi«i5 3 3BRiiB Courtesy of the Ashe County Sheriff's Office One of the phony checks that have recently been sent into the county. We have erased the name of the payee to protect her privacy. all, the sooner they get their money, the sooner you get yours—right? Wrong. Once you send them that money, you will never hear from them again. In a few weeks, the bogus check they mailed you will come bounc­ ing back—and your account will be debited for that amount. Ouch! "This is not how legiti­ mate sweepstakes award their prizes," cautioned Sher­ iff James Williams. No legiti­ mate sweepstakes will ask for money up front—period. Fortunately, many smart­ er tellers have become aware of these scams, and are warn­ ing customers when they at­ tempt to deposit one of the bogus checks. Sheriff Williams urges anyone receiving a lottery/ sweepstakes letter such as these to contact his office at 219-2600. It is far better to be safe—than out thousands of dollars for nothing, and possibly set up for additional identity theft. OR Financing AS Low AS All Remaining NEW 2006 Highlanders 1 " ^ $2,000 _ Up TO • Excludes Hybrid Models Distributor Rebate Now! OR Financing Photo by Sherry Thompson The Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery, dean of the Civil Rights Movement, spoke Tuesday evening at Appalachian State University. He challenged the hundreds attending to become "chaplains of the common good." 'Become chaplains of the common good,' Lowery says by Jim Thompson Editor When he was a young preacher, Rev. Dr. Joseph Lowery was a founder of the modern Civil Rights Move­ ment. Today, at 85, he contin­ ues to spread the message of freedom, non-violent protest, peace and reconciliation that he carries on from his friend and colleague, Dr. Martin Lu­ ther King Jr. Last Tuesday, Lowery, now 85, brought this message to Farthing Auditorium as part of the 23rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemora­ tion Program at Appalachian State University. In spite of bitter temperatures and threatened snow, over 600 people came to the audito­ rium. If anyone came expecting an old man to appear and briefly share memories of the past, they were surprised. Lowery preached for an hour, standing the whole time, and to all appearances was a man decades younger than his chronological age. The only concession to age was a bottle of water set next to the po­ dium from which he spoke— and he never opened it. The focus of his message was on the present and fu­ ture, not the past. Referring to a rash he had on his neck, Lowery said his son-in-law, a physician, had prescribed medicine for it. "The instruc­ tions said to apply it to the af-* fected areas," he said. Taking that as a theme, he urged peo­ ple to apply the teachings of King "to the affected areas." These areas, as he de­ scribed, began with the inter­ national arena. Lowery has been an outspoken critic of the Iraq War—most famously when he addressed the issue during his eulogy for Coretta Scott King, with President Bush sitting directly behind him. He continued to discuss other areas of national life— such as the growing gap be­ tween rich and poor—where King's message needs, he said, to be "applied to the af­ fected areas." He concluded his message by ordaining all those present and willing as "chaplains of the common good." Referring to a biblical passage about "the common good," he called on those present to work to­ gether to work for that goal— spreading a message of jus­ tice and peace. The call to ordination re­ sulted in an enthusiastic re­ sponse from most of those present. His speech ended with a extended standing ovation. The evening also included a performance by the ASU Gospel Choir under the direc­ tion of Jason D. Thompson., Jonathan Jackson presented a tribute to Dr. King, while Esther Manogin paid tribute to Coretta Scott King. Brian Newland sang a solo, "Lift Every Voice and Sing," accom­ panied by Thompson on the piano. Rev. Joseph Lowery is an internationally recognized civil rights activist who has dedicated a lifetime to the is­ sues of social and economic justice, led peace delega­ tions to the Middle East and Central America, and served alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. as a key figure in the Civil Rights Movement. He co-founded the Southern Christian Leadership Conferehce (SCLC) with King, and was chosen to chair the dele­ gation that took the demands of the Selma-to-Montgomery March to Gov. George Wallace of Alabama in 1965. Lowery led the historic Alabama to Washington pil­ grimage in 1982 that helped gain provision extensions to the Voting Rights Act. He has received humani­ tarian awards and honorary degrees and delivered key. note addresses around the world. In 1997, the NAACP hon­ ored Lowery with a Lifetime Achievement Award, hailing him as the "dean of the Civil Rights Movement." 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(828)264-1491 Locally Owned & Operated, Customers Have Put Their Trust in us For Over 26 Years! �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial When will we start to plan? A study by United Vfen Lines issued Friday shows North Carolina was the most popular relocation destination in the Southeast last year. In 2006,65 percent of moves made involving this state were inbound—while 35 percent of them were by people leaving North Carolina. We have a pos­ itive "trade balance" on new residents, while the Northeast and the Rust Belt continues to lose population. \ A large number of these people • are finding homes in the Piedmont, where the majority of the state's popula­ tion already lives. The belt that runs along 1-40 from WinstonSalem to Raleigh, along with Charlotte, remain the hottest growth spots not just in the state, but the Southeast as well. But a certain portion head­ ed to the mountains. And, as more and more business is done through the Internet and virtual locations replace more and more brick-and-mortar facilities in the future, growth in the region will only pick up. Thanks to the investments made by SkyLine Telephone, we have kept ahead of the curve in communications tech­ nology, and that positions us for growth. The time is rapidly com­ ing when we, as a county, are going to have to decide to plan for the future. There are many who say "we don't want to look like Boone" Well, Boone did not want to look like it did a few years ago (improvements have happened)—but it got a late start on kjmd use planhihg," and has had to play catch up ever since. The people here already—as in any area—do have a right to make decisions as to the future of their community. They have a right, as established by law, to control and limit some kinds of growth, and to prevent and regulate how different pieces of the puzzle fit together— such as preventing a polluting industiy from locating near a school. Right now, such planning comes in fits and starts. The question that needs to be asked is much broader in nature than flood plain development or windmills. We, the present residents of Ashe County, need to ask what we want this place to be like in 10, 20 and 30 years. Because the future will come whether we plan for it or not, and its arrival will be far less traumatic if we do plan. To do this will take polit­ ical courage on the part of our elected officials. They will have to exorcise the phantom of the Unified DevelopmentOrdinance, which has terrified most commissioners since that huge and ugly battle, and take another look at land use plan­ ning. They are going to accept the fact that doing this will mean a small handful of peo­ ple will stand up and scream inanities about "godless com­ munism" and zoning. And they will have to listen to that and, if they respond, simply say that our county means to do what any smart family does: plan for its future. And those who don't like it can express their displeasure on Election Day, but we believe a grow­ ing majority of residents are unwilling to simply blunder into the decades ahead. Member: N.C. Press Association Let's not trash Ashe To the Editor: There was a very recent letter in the Jefferson Post dis­ cussing how much the trash problem has increased in Ashe County in recent years. Yes, the various fast food restau­ rants and quick-stop stores are the places where a vast majority of the trash begins. Should the Hardee's; Wendy's, McDonald's of the world take steps to clean up the mess? Yes, I think they should, but reality says that for-profit businesses will not do it. On last Saturday, I discussed the continuing problem of trash on the roads and in the rivers with Jerry McMillan and he pointed out one very positive situation he noticed just that day. He said that on his way to Boone he saw a large group of young people (mostly girls) taking their time to pick up trash along 221 near Beaver Creek. He suggested that a letter be written to at least outline the fine work that had been done. This brings me to what I think could be a partial solu­ tion for too much trash that would not cost the tax pay­ ers of Ashe very much money. First, all of us who are physi­ cally able should take a little time each week to pick up trash that others have de­ posited in various ways. We • should just follow the example that was mentioned above. I also continue to feel that our elected commissioners should set up a small task force to coordinate ways where praise can be focused on groups or individuals who do an excel­ lent job. Maybe Ashe County could provide heavy weight RALEIGH -The North Car­ olina Court of Appeals ruled the other day that a Guilford County woman can proceed with a lawsuit challenging the state's definition of "holy scrip­ tures." The Muslim plaintiff, Syidah Mateen, wanted to use the Qur'an instead of the Bible when swearing her oath to tell the truth. There are only two explana­ tions I can' imagine for why a state government might wish to ask individuals about to tes­ tify in court to place a hand on holy scriptures while swear­ ing to tell the truth. Explana­ tion Number 1 would be that the use of the scriptures in the courtroom invites God to inter­ vene personally into the trial to compel truthful testimony or otherwise ensure a just verdict. In that case, it would matter a great deal which scriptures the state allows participants to use. The state can't be neutral as to the truth or falsehood of the religion in question. If Islam is bunk, then' swearing on the Qur'an is at least irrelevant if not an act of rebellion against God. Explanation Number 2 would be that if witnessesswear an oath while holding scrip- tures of deep reli­ gious sig­ nificance to them, they are m o r e likely to keep their promise. In that case1, the John state need not be particular about which scrip­ tures are allowed. The state can be, indeed must be, neutral as to the truth or falsehood of the religion in question, so as to maximize truthful testimony. Set aside for a moment the obvious point that Explanation Number 1 requires a state to endorse a particular religion and thus abrogates federal and state constitutional protections. Explanation Number 1 is also highly speculative and theolog­ ically problematic. Can one re­ ally believe that a God deserv­ ing of worship and obedience would decide whether to inter­ vene in human affairs to ad­ vance the cause of justice based on whether His holy scriptures were present in the room. So we are left with Explana­ Letters to the Editor bags for this purpose. Maybe the recycling centers could be open for four hours during one Sunday of each month to accept this extra trash. Possi­ bly awards could be given to groups who collect the great­ est number of bags in a given period. This may seem crazy, but if Ashe County could pay a small amount (say 50 cents per bag) this may be tax payer money very wisely spent. Oh "yes, we should not confine our efforts to just the roads as our rivers, especially the New, are so important to our image. Ashe County will never bring in major amounts of industry for many reasons. Most of the money that flows into this county comes from tourism, second homes and people who have given up on the cities on a full-time basis. We have beauty to sell. But until the trash is removed on a continuing basis from our roads and streams, our image will never shine brightly. It is past the time to clean Ashe now and keep it clean. Ed Kline Fleetwood The religious side of swearing tion Number 2, that swearing an oath on the Bible is of reli­ gious significance to Christians (and Jews, if you leave out the New Testament) but of little or no significance to those of other faiths, and therefore is unlikely to increase the truthfulness of the latter group at trial. The state's legitimate interest in pursuing justice at trial would better be advanced by allow­ ing Muslims to swear on the Qur'an, or Hindus on the Vedas, or Sikhs on the Guru Granth Sahib (though they might well have their own reason for con­ sider such oaths impious). If you bend over backwards trying to see room for legitimate debate on this point, you might end up seeing the chiropractor, but nothing else. So why is the issue so controversial, and poli­ ticians so willing to talk about it? I am forced to conclude that it's just pandering. It's a willful attempt to obscure the under­ lying facts and logic of the case while appealing to the general public's sense of excessive ac­ commodation to Muslims and gratuitous insult against tradi­ tional Christians. Before you lump me in with the American Civil Liberties Union on this - the ACLU is representing Mateen, by the way - I should hasten to add that I do think there are legitimate reasons for the mostly Christian public to be perturbed. When fully veiled Muslim women are allowed an exception from common-sense security requirements, such as carrying a photo ID or taking off masks when using public transportation, that's excessive and corrosive accommodation. And when the ACLU expends scarce resources on trivialities such as challenging the pres­ ence of Nativity symbols on public property during Christ­ mastime, they are engaging in gratuitous and counterproduc­ tive insult. Allowing a man­ ger scene in front of a public building isn't the first step on the road to theocracy. In a free society, a judicious deference to prevailing cultural and re­ ligious norms is proper. Oth­ erwise, why make Christmas and Easter official government holidays? Common sense and proportionality, people. There is, however, nothing sensible or proportionate about the current practice of disallow­ ing Muslims from swearing on their holy scriptures in a court of law. Website brings books to the disabled (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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I still remember how thrilled and excited I was when I began learning how to read in the first grade. I have loved books as far back as my memoiy goes because reading is one of my fa­ vorite pastimes. As a youngster, I probably did more reading than most of my peers during summer vacations because my physical disability prevented me from doing many outside activities that most kids do. Reading a book was somewhat challenging for me since I had to hold the book open with my knees while sitting on the floor because of my poor hand co­ ordination, and I had to hang my head down to see the book. Although this position would become uncomfortable at times (and probably caused the ten­ donitis in my neck), I would read for hours on end. After my high school gradua­ tion, I read the most then than I ever had because I really didn't have anything else to occupy my time. That's when I started having severe neck pain. Being provided with a page turner al­ lowed me to sit in a chair as I read, but the device didn't work as good as I thought it would. The world of communication opened up for me in the mid 1990s when I obtained Inter­ net and e-mail access, so I be­ gan writing more than reading. However, I do miss having the time to read novels as I did in the past. . Ever since I h e a r d a b o u t e-books (electron­ ic l>ooks one can read on the comp u t e r screen), Pamela Blevins I've been interest­ ed in the concept. Reading a book on my computer would be ideal for me because I wouldn't have to hold the book open or turn the pages, and there would be no stress on my neck since I could hold my head up. Finding e-books on the Internet that I wanted to read proved to be difficult because most of the ones I found were old literary works in the public domain. 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Schools and groups that work with the disabled can purchase a pre-set number of books to be downloaded, or they c$n spon­ sor subscriptions for their stu­ dents. Bookshare.org may not be ideal for some disabled people because the membership cost might be • too expensive for those who live alone with a low income. However after the first payment is made, it's possible to earn credit toward future re­ newals by becoming a volunteer who submits scanned books or prepares the scanned books for publication on the Web site. Volunteers help increase the 30,500 plus books, magazines, and newspapers that Bookshare.org already offers. I joined Bookshare.org sev­ eral months ago, and it's one of the best on-line amenities for the disabled that I have found. Not only can I read books on my computer without the frustra­ tion of turning the pages, but I can also get the books without leaving my home. There have been a few books that weren't available on the Web site which I want to read, but hopefully, the number of books will con­ tinue to increase. Check out http://www.bookshare.org/ for additional infor­ mation. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY/ JANUARY 23, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Little League restructuring planned Thank you! We would like to thank the entire community for their support and prayers follow­ ing our daughter's accident. 1 know Steve and I wouldn't have made it without your continued support and kind­ ness. We don't believe Tabitha would have recovered nearly as well as she has without your prayers. Bless you all. A special thanks to the car­ pentry class at Ashe County High School, they did a won­ derful job on the wheelchair ramp. Tabitha needed it on such short notice we couldn't have built it in time without "A very exciting partner­ ship will also begin at this meeting between the Ashe County Parks and Recre­ ation staff and the Ashe County Little League,"'said Parks and Recreation Direc­ tor Joe Boccardy. "For the first time ever, members of the Ashe County Parks and Recreation staff will sit on the board of the Ashe County Little League as active board members. They will help in the logistics of field main­ tenance and reservations, game and practice schedules, and will be available to field the hundreds of phone calls that have been the sole re­ sponsibility of the Guyton family." "We are excited about the future of this League, and look forward to the coming year," Boccardy said. If you or anyone you know may be interested in becom­ ing a part of" the new look for the Ashe County Little League, please come to this meeting or call 982.6185 for further information. Due to an overwhelming demand for more support of the Ashe County Little League, there will be an overall restructuring meet­ ing on Thursday, Jan. 25 at 6 p.m. in the large conference room of Family Central. Any­ one interested in becoming a future part of Little League should attend. This meeting is open to the public, and anyone who has children in youth baseball or Softball, coaches, or who just wants to help be a part of this organization is encouraged to attend. Discussion will include the charter renewal, election of officers, and the ever popular "fun day." Ken Guyton, former presi­ dent of Ashe County Little League, will be present at the meeting to help answer questions and foster in the new officers. Guyton has been instrumental in keep­ ing the Ashe County Little League alive in Ashe County for the past 12 years, and will be a major help with the restructuring. THE OBSERVATION DECK your help. Thanks Boys!! Also another special thanks to the employees at Gates Rubber Company, and the teachers and staff of Westwood and Mountain View El­ ementary schools. Also thanks to Little Hel­ ton, Chapel, New River, Bris­ tol, Calvary, and Union Bap­ tist Churches for their gifts and prayers, they meant so much. Thank you for all you've done, ,'ji you're old and you lose, they say you're outmoded. If you're young' and you lose, a they say you're green. So don't lose. J! j^ Tabitha, Steve, Anissa, and the Girls © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. Worljl rights reserved. Boards Wind continued from front page by Editor Jim Thompson, "The application projects that the wind farm will open in the fall of 2008. The pro­ jected cost of the facility will be between $60 million and $65 million. There will be be­ tween 25 and 28 windmills, producing—based on them achieving 35 percent of ca­ pacity—150 million kW of electricity." According to the applica­ tion, the wind farm is pro­ posed "on land bordering the Rich Hill Road, Willie Walker Road, Roaring Fork Road, Big Springs Road, and East Big Springs Road." The site is owned by Dr. Richard Cal­ houn, who filed the applica­ tion as member/manager of Northwest Wind Energies. The wind farm would sell power to Blue Ridge Electric. "The report gives first year sales of electricity at $1,575 million, increasing gradually to $10,275 million by year 10, and cresting over $13 mil­ lion in the final three years of the 20-year projection. With adjustments to taxable in­ come, including depreciation, the report projects the wind farm would become profitable in the second year, and con­ tinue so through the 20-year cycle." "As to paying the huge price tag for the farm, the applica­ tion states, Actual financing until the subdivision ordi­ nance could be studied. Such a review cannot be done in one two-hour meeting each month, be said. "We are going one step forward and three steps backward," he said. Local builder Darrel Ham­ ilton said he wondered if in­ creasing lot sizes would dis­ criminate against those who could not afford a two-acre lot compared to a. one-acre lot. He himself is not a proponent of building houses right up to the river, he said, but Ashe County is far and away more restrictive in its building reg­ ulations than most. He said he agrees that people have the right to do what they want to do with their prop­ erty, but it personally bothers him to drive Railroad Grade Road and see houses built on top of the river. What the county needs, Hamilton said, is a compre­ hensive plan, and not a piece­ meal effort. Barber agreed, saying one of the biggest problems with this issue is the "knee jerk" reaction of dealing with ev­ ery individual concern as it comes up. The county is lack­ ing a long range plan and land use planning, he said, and residents are going to wake up one day and regret it. It is frustrating, he said, to be a new commissioner and see the need for long range planning and have to do ev­ erything in a piecemeal fash­ ion. As he led the discussion, Blackburn said all opinions are valuable in this issue and he sees it as the planning board's job to look at the sub­ division ordinance and deter­ mine if changes are needed, then bring those recommen­ dations to the commissioners. County growth, said Black­ burn, is inevitable and citi­ zens should understand the need for planning. "Streams are impacted by activity far, far away just as much as building in the floodplain," said Blackburn. "With the rapid growth and development in the county, I wonder when our citizens will step forward and decide that we need to take a hard look at land use planning. When are the Ashe County citizens going to realize that if it is not already too late, we need to take a look at that. This needs to come from the grassroots level with the citi­ zens deciding what to do." continued from front page want to form similar councils for proactive and more wide­ spread efforts to benefit the county. Such a county-wide effort was echoed by George Santucci, executive director of the National Committee for the New River, who said the focus needs to be kept on the big picture of what the river does for the county's econo­ my. It is a valuable public re­ source, he said, and should be protected by the government for the public. If governments didn't protect public land, he said, there would be no 'state or national parks. , The commissioners and planning board members noted that Ashe County has some of the state's most re­ strictive development allowed in a floodplain and a compre­ hensive Hazard Mitigation Plan as required by FEMA. Overall, it is a pretty good ordinance as compared to the rest of the state and na­ tion, said i.IcMeans. She said the county has about 44,000 acres in the floodplain with 1,400 to 1,600 parcels unde­ veloped, ranging in size from one to 300 acres. Edwardson said the coun­ ty's floodplain is divided into an "AE" floodzone along the New River and major creeks and an "A" floodzone along creeks that are known to flood but have never been measured for flooding. Set­ back requirements for each floodzone depend on the his­ tory of flooding or the flood potential. County Manager Dan Mc­ Millan said development in the floodplain is more strin­ gent in Ashe than other areas and residents today are more conscientious than those of the past. If you look at pic­ tures of the past, he said,.you will see more development along the river than now, so the commission and plan­ ning board have done well to address that issue in recent years. Todd resident Beth Mor­ rison said that Ashe County's standards may be more re­ strictive than other areas, but perhaps they are not re­ strictive enough. The New River, she said, is the "golden goose" that brings visitors and money into Ashe County and that goose should not be killed so that developers and private property owners can make money. Her comment was echoed by fellow Todd resident Lynn Caldwell who said that ordi­ nances and regulations that were at one time adequate are no longer so because things change. The' county needs to meet needs not just now but for the future, she said. "Ashe County is easy to get to now," she said, "and if we dont pre­ pare, every available piece of land that can be developed will be." "If we would just enforce what we've got I think we're fine," said Planning Board Vice-Chair Russell Reeves about the existing-1 ordinanc­ es. "Then people who buy are happy and the residents are happy. Ninety-nine percent of people are jealous of what their neighbor does. I'm one of those who doesn't care what my neighbor does." Reeves said he is not in fa­ vor of telling property owners what they can do with their property. He asked County Attorney John Kilby how it would hold up in court for a property owner to sue some­ body for loss of value due to zoning and restrictions on lot development. Kilby said a recent ruling said if land is made valueless the owner is entitled to compensation, but a county can regulate property development until the value is reduced and the property owner is not entitled to compensation. In answer to a question from Blackburn on the legal­ ity of spot zoning, Kilby said the county could probably do that in a specific corridor for valid or environmental con­ cerns, but he couldn't say for certain without research on the issue. There would have to be sufficient justification, he said, such as Economics, environment, aesthetics; any­ thing considered as justifica­ tion for zoning elsewhere. Cox and fellow Planning Board Member Larry Wohlers are in favor of larger lot sizes in floodplain development. Cox suggested a two-acre minimum while Wohlers said he would suggest five acres, but two would be acceptable. "Instead of four houses on itty bitty'acreage, you could have one nice house on two acres," Cox said, "and people could still sell their land but the buyer would just have to have more money." "If Ashe County is an asset, then we need to try to protect it better than we currently are," said Wohlers. "I can't see building along the river and in the floodplain as enhanc­ ing that asset." Wohlers said he is the one who requested the county planner ask the commission­ ers for a study of floodplain development and a halt in issuing permits for 60 days arrangements are pending. A comprehensive wind study of the site will be obtained, whereas actual financing will begin.'" Horton continued from front page nection with drugs and driv­ ing with a revoked license. The charges stemmed from a Feb. 7, 2006, arrest in Millers Creek. Horton was driving a Ford SUV late that evening, and had no lights on when he was stopped by Wilkes depu­ ties. An investigation showed Horton had a revoked driver's license. In the car, a donut box containing 43 grams of pow­ der cocaine and seven grams of marijuana was found. Hor­ ton fled the scene, but later turned himself in to authori­ ties. Hdrton's criminal record dates back to May 1988, when he was convicted of aid and abetting in a larceny in this county. That was followed in 1989 with convictions for as­ sault and larceny; in 1990 for resisting an officer and failure to provide support; in 1991 for carrying a concealed weapon; in 1993 for driving with a re­ voked license and violating vehicle registration; in 1994 for breaking and entering and larceny and. resisting an offi­ cer; in 1995 for unauthorized use of conveyance and driv­ ing with a revoked license; in 1998 for possessing stolen goods, possessing a Schedule VI controlled substance, ob­ taining property with worth­ less checks, carrying a con­ cealed weapon and worthless check; in 2000 for possessing stolen goods, robbery, and lar­ ceny (over $l,000);in 2004 for driving with license revoked and larceny over $1,000. Horton had already served eight years in prison before last week's sentence. Thank You The family of Mildred "Jean" Eggcrs would like to thank everyone for the kindness shown to us during the illness and death of our mother and grandmother. Yes You Can Thank you to the New Diver first Despondcrs, Ashe County Pescue Squad, the ED staff at Ashe Memorial, and (Tic nurses and staff on the second floor who were so helpful and supportive to us during the Christmas weekend. (Special thanks to Dr. Chris Campbell for your care and concern for FREE CHECKING mother and the family. Thank you to Jeannic McGrady and Ashe Home Health Care for the many trips to mothers house, and for your concern and advice. To Angela. Leota, and Flore, your kindness was so appreciated during the past 6 1/2 years that mother has needed constant care. WITH YOUR CHOICE OF Thank you to Boone family funeral Service for FREE SPORT LUGGAGE Dev. Wayne Jones, Dev. Bill Miller, and Dev. Nathan their care; Jefferson florist for the lovely flowers-. Eggcrs for the beautiful service; Duane and Donna Pollard for singing her favorite songs; and to Peace West Jefferson 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road 246-9700 Northwestern Bank www.NwesternBank.com Member FDIC Haven and New Diver Churches for their prayers, their presence, and the food. Thanks to everyone for the prayers, flowers, visibs. food, and memorials made in mothers name. God bless each one of you! The family of Jean Eggcrs �Tuesday - January 23 JV/Varsity Basketball Away at Wilkes Central Friday - January 26 JV/Varsity Basketball Away at Surry Central This . week in Saturday - January 27 Husky Freshmen Basketball sports at Reagan 11:00 a.m. Varsity Wrestling HOME vs Surry Central 7:00 p.m. Lady Huskies improve to 14-2 and 6-1 by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Varsity Lady Huskies traveled to West Wilkes High School last Wednesday night for their second nonconference match-up with the Lady Blackhawks and the Lady Huskies claimed their thirteenth victory of the year with a 73-42 victory over the Blackhawks. On Friday, the Huskies played host for the first conference game of the second round and defeated the Falcons from Forbush to advance to 6-1 in conference play with a 60-47 victory. The week started off with the Huskies traveling to West Wilkes High School where the Lady Huskies defeated the Blackhawks easily with a 73-42 final score. The Lady Huskies came out strong at the beginning of the game and held the Blackhawks scoreless for the first seven minutes of the game while they were able to score 16 points for themselves. West Wilkes was able to break their scoreless streak with back-to-back three pointers and cut the Huskies lead to 16-6 with only one minute remaining in the first quarter. On the Huskies next possession, Kendra Yearick countered the Blackhawks three pointers with her own three-point shot to give the Huskies a 19-6 lead. However, the Blackhawks would once again hit another three pointer prior to the first quarter concluding, and the teams ended the first quarter with the Huskies in control, 19-9. The Huskies entered the second quarter determined to increase their lead and during the first two minutes of the second quarter, the Huskies scored a tremendous 12 points to amplify their lead to 31-9. The Huskies continued Photo by Michael Graybeal Kassee Roberts takes the ball up for two points during the Lady Huskies 60-47 victory over the Forbush Falcons. to prevent the Blackhawks from finding the basket as the Blackhawks were only able to score six points in the first six minutes of the second quarter. With two minutes remaining in the first half, the Huskies had punished the Blackhawks and only allowed 15 points to be scored in the game while they were able to increase their score to 37 points. The Huskies were able to score another basket prior to halftime, but West Wilkes countered the Huskies basket with another three pointer, and the Huskies headed into halftime with a commanding 39-18 lead. When the second half started, the Huskies claimed a superior 21-point lead, and the Huskies were able to increase their lead easily in the third quarter. With a tough defensive front, the Huskies were able to score • easy lay-ups after forcing the Blackhawks into turnovers and held the Blackhawks to only seven points during the third quarter. The Huskies took advantage of the Blackhawks drought and turnover and scored an incredible 18 points during the third quarter to increase their lead to 57-25. Heading into the fourth and final quarter, all the Lady Huskies had to do was protect an 18-point lead for eight minutes and they would win the game. Once the Huskies stepped on the court to start the fourth quarter they had intentions of not only protecting their lead but also increasing it. In the first two minutes of the quarter, the Huskies scored six points compared to the Blackhawks none to set the tempo for the fourth quarter. The Blackhawks were able to mount a 10-2 scoring run, which lasted for a total of two minutes, but the Huskies snapped the run and cruised to a 73-42 victory. Three players who posted double-digits led the Huskies in scoring. Kim McNeil led the team with 14 points, while Kendra Yearick pitched in an additional 12 points, and Kelly Hudler added a notable 10 points. Other Husky scorers included Kassee Roberts with six points, Larken Mikeal with five points, Lindsey Hagel with four points, Carmen Wagner and Kaitlin Smith with two points each, and Katie Gammons rounded up the Huskies' scoring with one point. The victory over the Blackhawks was the Huskies 13th victory of the season. The Lady Huskies returned to conference play this past Friday for a crucial match­ up against the Falcons from Forbush. The Falcons had lost two games in the first round of conference, and one of these defeats came from the hands of the Huskies. A loss against Forbush would set up a close and heated race for second place in the conference, but a victory would place the Huskies as the only team in second place. The Huskies responded to the pressure of the game by handing the Falcons their second loss of the season to the Huskies with an impressive 60-47 victory for Ashe County. The action opened up with the Huskies claiming four quick points from baskets by Kelly Hudler and Shelly Barker to quickly pin the Falcons with a 4-0 deficit. The Huskies were able to increase their score to ten points before the Falcons could claim their first points of the game. However, when the Falcons did start scoring, they mounted a 9-0 run and narrowed the Huskies lead to only one-point, 10-9 with three minutes remaining in the first quarter. The Huskies were able to maintain their lead throughout the remainder of the first quarter Photo by Michael Graybeal Kim McNeil goes up for a shot over two Falcons to score two of her ten points, against Forbush during Friday night's game. and concluded the first eight minutes of action by leading the Falcons 16-11. When the second quarter opened up, the Huskies were able to gain the first points with a jump shot by Kendra Yearick to increase the Huskies lead to seven points. At this point, both teams began to trade baskets and neither team could gain an advantage until Shelly Barker hit a jump shot for the Huskies with one minute remaining in the first half to increase the IJuskies lead to seven points, 29-22. The Falcons could not score another point prior to the conclusion of the first half, but a three pointer by Larken Mikeal allowed the Huskies to head into halftime with a ten-point lead, 32-22. When the action in the third quarter was initiated, See iMdy Huskies, page 7 Varsity men split games and advance to 11-5 by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Huskies entered into action last week with a 10-4 record and hoped to improve to 12-4 on the season following their games against West Wilkes and Forbush. However, when the Huskies split games with West Wilkes and Forbush, the Huskies now stand at 13-5 for the season and 3-4 for conference play following the 44-28 victory over West Wilkes and the 57-68 loss to Forbush. The week started off with the Huskies traveling to West Photo by Michael Graybeal Tommy Spagnolo swishes this jump shot to score two of his twelve points during Friday night's game. Wilkes to face the Falcons in their second game of the nonconference series with the Blackhawks. The Huskies were able to pull ahead in the fourth quarter to claim a 44-28 victory over the Blackhawks. The action started out slow with both teams combining for only eight points in the first quarter, and at the conclusion of the first eight minutes of action, the teams were deadlocked at 4-4. The second quarter brought more scoring for both teams and when Daniel Wain received a pass from Tommy Spagnolo and laid the ball in for two points, the Huskies claimed a 6-4 lead early in the second quarter. West Wilkes was able to score on their next two possessions and placed the Huskies with a 9-6 deficit, but Tatum Lemly answered for the Huskies with an impressive three-point play to tie the score at 9-9 with five minutes remaining in the first half. The Blackhawks then mounted a 4-0 scoring run, but Ethan Goodman snapped the run for the Huskies when he hit a lay-up with only 40 seconds remaining in the first half to tie the score at 13-13. The Blackhawks were able to score another basket before the second quarter concluded and headed into halftime with a 15-13 lead over the Huskies. The third quarter opened up with Coleman Payne tying the score in the first minute of action following a defensive steal and a fast-break layup. The Huskies offense was then placed in the hands of Tommy Spagnolo, and Tommy See Huskies, page 7 n t u i u u y IVIIU ictei o i e t y u e a i The Sparta Merchants Industrial League Volleyball team concluded the season with the championship trophy. Members include: (Front Row) L:R Jennifer Davis, Shelley Higgins, Sara Leigh, (Back Row) L:R Jamie Burchette, Brian Norris, Adam Doughton (Kayla Lyall and Michael Lyall Not Pictured). Volleyball championship by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter - The Ashe County Parks and Recreation Industrial Volleyball League concluded their season last Thursday evening with the championship match between Merchants and Sparta Ferguson Grading. Ferguson Grading concluded the regular season in first place with a record of' 11-1 and Sparta Merchants finished second to Ferguson Grading with a record of 75. These two teams provided an exciting and close championship match, but Sparta Merchants escaped with the championship following four games. The championship game was a best of five games format with each game lasting to 30. The first game was a close match-up and Sparta Merchants was able to pull ahead late in the game and claimed the first game with a 30-20 victory. At the start of the second game, Ferguson Grading was determined to even the score and was able to tie the match at one game each following the 30-21 victory. Game three featured Sparta Merchants having no mercy on Ferguson Grading and captured their second game by a score of 30-16. Game four presented Ferguson Grading with a do-or-die situation. If Ferguson Grading won, then the teams would play a game five tiebreaker. If Sparta Merchants won, then Sparta Merchants would be presented the championship trophy. Both teams were fired up for the fourth game and neither team could gain an advantage. With the teams approaching thirty points, Sparta Merchants were able to upset the number one seed Ferguson Grading and won the championship match with a 30-26 game four victory. The Sparta Merchants team consisted of eight players: Shelley Higgins, Jennifer Davis, Sara Leigh, Kayla Lyall, Jamie Burchette, Adam Doughton, Michael Lyall, and Brian Norris. The team would like to thank Shaw's Lawn Service and Windy Ridge Tree Farms for their sponsorship and support throughout the season. The Parks and Recreation Department would also like to thank all the sponsors for their support. Supporting businesses include: Ferguson Grading, Shaw's Lawn Service, -Windy Ride Tree Farms, Phipps Construction, Potter's Lumber, and AR Construction. The Parks and Recreation Departmentwould also like to congratulate the participants on a successful and enjoyable season. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Huskies continued from page 6 . scored seven points for the Huskies over the course of three possessions to give the Huskies a five-point lead, 2217. West Wilkes responded with a three pointer on their next trip but Tatum Lemly responded for the Huskies with a jump shot to give the Huskies a four-point lead with two minutes remaining in the quarter. Neither of the teams could find the basket during the final two minutes of the quarter, and the teams headed into the final eight minutes of action with the Huskies in front of the Blackhawks 24-20. The fourth quarter brought an amplified offensive game from the Huskies, and they were able to take charge of the Photo by Michael Graybeal Tatum Lemly takes the ball up for two points during the Huskies loss to Forbush on Friday. game. The Huskies opened up the first five minutes of the quarter by only allowing the Blackhawks to score four points, while they added an impressive nine points of their own. The Huskies continued to maintain consistent scoring and allowed the Blackhawks minimal points and free throws in the closing minute by Tommy Spagnolo, Ethan Goodman, and Tatum Lemly, the Huskies concluded the game with a 44-28 victory over the West Wilkes Blackhawks. Only five Huskies scored in the contest and the team was led by Tommy Spagnolo with 14 points and Ethan Goodman with 11 points. Coleman Payne and Tatum Lemly each scored seven points, and Daniel Wain added five points. The Huskies improved their season record to an impressive 11-4 and returned to action Friday night' when they hosted the Forbush Falcons. The Huskies dropped a game in conference with the game against Forbush last Friday night. The action opened up with the Huskies jumping out to an early 9-0 lead in the first three minutes of the game. However, the Falcons battled back and at the conclusion of the first quarter, the Huskies possessed a slight 13-8 lead. At the start of the second quarter, the Falcons were able to mount a 16-2 scoring run and place the Huskies with a nine-point deficit when they trailed the Falcons 24-15. The Huskies were able to score two unanswered baskets and cut the Falcons lead to only five points, 24-19, but the Falcons responded with six unanswered points. With only'two minutes remaining in the first half, the Huskies were trailing the Falcons 3019 and each team was able to score four more points in the remaining two minutes to head into halftime with the Huskies trailing the Falcons, 34-23. In the third quarter, the Huskies were able to mount a 13-5 run in the first five minutes of the quarter to narrow the Falcons lead to only three points. Tommy Spagnolo, who scored nine of the Huskies 13 points during the run, initiated the Huskies run and Parker Johnson also added four points during the run. Following a time-out by the Falcons, Forbush was able to score seven unanswered points in the final three minutes of the third quarter to possess a ten-point lead heading into the fourth quarter, 46-36. The' Huskies hopes of victory were dwindling away as they only had eight minutes of play to cut the Falcons tenpoint lead. The Falcons made their goal apparent when a Falcon player hit a three pointer just seconds into the fourth quarter to increase the - dE!•••• I I Photo by Michael Graybeal The cheerleaders perform a stunt and dance between quar­ ters at West Wilkes on Wednesday to entertain the crowd. Falcons lead to 13 points. The Huskies were able to start a short run and with only two minutes remaining in the fourth quarter, the Huskies had cut the Falcons lead to only seven points following back-to-back baskets by Parker Johnson. The Falcons were then able to manage the basketball, and by making free throws down the stretch, they were able to escape the Huskies with a 68-57 victory. The Huskies scoring was led by three playing in doubledigits, but Ethan Goodman had an astonishing game and scored 21 points during the contest. Tommy Spagnolo and Parker Johnson also scored in double digits with Tommy scoring 12 points, nine of which came in the Huskies' third quarter run, and Parker added ten points. Daniel Wain added seven points for the Huskies, and Kaleb Davis scored four points in his return to the starting line-up. Tatum Lemly rounded out the scoring and added three points for the Huskies. The Huskies will return to action tonight when they travel to Wilkes Central for a conference match-up with the Wilkes Central Eagles. Lady Huskies Photo by Michael Graybeal Carmen Wagner returned to the Huskies lineup during the Huskies 73-42 victory over the West Wilkes Blackhawks and goes up for two points with this shot! continued from page 6 points to narrow the Huskies the Huskies were able to lead to only ten points, 48-38. increase their lead and in Kendra Yearick responded the first three minutes the for the Huskies with a jump Huskies had improved their shot to increase the Huskies lead to 16 points, 40-24. lead to 12 points. Both teams However, the Falcons began entered into a. drought for to put up.a fight and over the following four minutes the course of the following of action, but a basket by the three minutes, the Falcons Huskies with only a minute outscored the Huskies 10-2 and a half remaining brought to narrow the Huskies lead the score to 52-42. Following to only eight points. Kassee a defensive stop, the Huskies Roberts was able to break the again scored on their next Falcons scoring run when she possession with a lay-up by grabbed an offensive rebound Kassee Roberts with only and put the ball back up for a minute remaining in the two points, which sparked game. The Huskies were a 6-0 run for the Huskies to able to seal the deal by Kelly wrap up the third quarter Hudler, Shelly Barker, and with the Huskies in front of Kim McNeil shooting 6-8 from the charity strip in the the Falcons 48-34. The fourth quarter opened closing minute of the game to up with' the Falcons holding propel the Huskies to a 60the Huskies scoreless for the 47 victory over the Forbush first three minutes of the Falcons. The Huskies once again quarter while they scored four posted three players in Central for a match-up with double-digits with Shelly the Eagles. Barker having a dynamite, performance with 17 points. Kendra Yearick added an impressive twelve points, and Kim McNeil added ten points for the Huskies. Kassee Roberts also added eight points, Kelly Hudler added six points, Kaitlin Smith- and Larken Mikeal each added three points, and Lindsey Hagel rounded out the Huskies scoring with two points. The victory over the Falcons advanced the Huskies record to a near perfect 14-2 on the season, and an impressive conference record of 6-1. The Huskies are currently seated in second place in conference (North Surry is currently ranked first), and will return to conference play tonight whey they travel to Wilkes the Mountaineers, as they jumped out to early leads of 8-0 and 12-2 and never trailed throughout the first 20 minutes to take a 43-36 halftime lead. The Apps shot 51.5 percent (17-of-33) from the field in the first half, but were saddled by eight turn­ overs and 12 offensive re­ bounds by the Wildcats. The second half was an­ other story however, as Da­ vidson erased the halftime deficit with an 8-0 run that gave it its first lead of the game at 44-43. The Apps Minter's heroics down thestretch. Stephen Curry and Ja­ son Richards each scored 15 points to lead Davidson. The Mountaineers return home on Wednesday to face SoCon-rival Furman. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. at the Hol­ mes Center. Applachian prevails at Davidson by Appalachian Sports Information DAVIDSON, N.C. -- In what has to go down as the game of the year so far in the Southern Conference, Appalachian State Univer­ sity men's basketball closed with a 17-5 run to knock off previous' Southern Confer­ ence-unbeaten Davidson, 8174, before a raucous crowd of 5,580 at Belk Arena. With its first victory at Davidson since 2002, Ap­ palachian (14-5, 6-2 SoCon) handed DC (16-4, 7-1 SoCon) its first loss at home since Feb. 4, 2006 and snapped the nation's second-longest win­ ning streak at 12 games. After leading through­ out the first 22 minutes of the game, the Mountaineers trailed for much of the sec­ ond half, falling behind by as many as seven points after the break. With 4:48 to go, Donte Minter gave ASU its first lead in over eight minutes at 71-69 when he dropped in a turnaround jump shot as the shot clock expired. Davidson responded with a three-pointer by Boris Meno to retake the lead, but another Minter jumper and a free throw by Kellen Brand put the Mountaineers up by two at 74-72 with just over two minutes to go. The Wildcats had a chance to tie the contest, but Jer­ emy Clayton blocked what appeared to be a wide-open layup attempt by Davidson's Max Paulhus Gosselin to preserve the Apps' two-point lead with a little more than a minute to play. On the ensu­ ing possession, it was Minter again, as he laid in his- sev­ enth basket of the game to give the Mountaineers a 7672 lead. From there, ASU made 5of-6 free throws in the final minute to seal.the win. Minter was the hero down the .stretch, as the junior re­ corded the Apps' final three field goals and finished with 16 points on 7-of-ll shoot­ ing. D.J. Thompson led the Mountaineers in scoring for the first time in a month with 19 points and added a team-high five assists. Brand added 14 points and Clayton chipped in with 12 despite being limited to just 17 min­ utes due to foul trouble. Things started out nearly as well as they finished for responded with an 8-0 run of their own to regain the seven-point advantage, but the 'Cats came right back with seven-straight points to make it 51-50, ASU, at the first media timeout of the half. From there, the SoCon heavyweights traded punch­ es, exchanging the lead eight times in the second half and entertaining the near-sell­ out crowd with a wide array of long-range threes, aero-' batic lay-ups and thunder­ ous dunks and setting up *Hardee's of Jefferson ATHLETE j|§*j |§»] [Jf»j of the WEEK presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Kaitlin Smith, is a junior member of the varsity girls basketball team. Kaitlin is a vital part of the Huskies success and is a great defender. In Friday's game against Forbush, Kaitlin drew two charges and forced the Falcons' offense into turnovers with her defensive hustle and intensity. Congratulations Kaitlin Smith!!! Kaitlin Smith Hardee's Stop by each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain Village Shopping Center • 246-5504 • Ask about delivery • 246-5504 s A she thletics 2 . Photo courtesy of Goasu.com Donte Minter scored 16 points, including a layup that sealed the win at Davidson. Sporting Goods. Team Sports — Apparel and Equipment, Trophies and Plaques 6192 Hwy. 221-N • Jefferson • 982-7425 Free Letterman Pin to Weekly Winners Sausage & Egg Biscuits far *2.22 �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED m§ ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday || 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post Is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical' errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of 1| runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 j:. West Jefferson. NC 28694 (We accept personal check. 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If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted Cell Leader General Assembly Corporation of West Jefferson is a leading international provider of electronics manufactur­ ing services. Due to its continuing growth, the company needs two self-directed people to join its production team. The successful candidates should be capable of leading 5-10 employees in a fast paced manufacturing environment. Knowledge of PCBA is a plus. Must have strong "people skills" skills, be computer literate, be able to write process plans, and be able to collect and analyze data such as 1st pass yield. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Please apply to: General Assembly Corporation 140 Industrial Park* Way West Jefferson, NC 28694 phone: 336-246-5143 fax: 336-846-1676 TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING If you are reading this ad. you either need a job or need another job. Let Wilkes Community College and SAGE Corporation get you on the road to a great career. The jobs are out there. You just need training. •5-Week Training (behind-the-wheel and classroom instruction) •ONE STUDENT PER TRUCK •Lifetime Job Placement Assistance, Nationwide •Commerical Drivers License •SAGE Technical Training rated Tops in the industry by PDTI •Financial assistance available for those who qualify. Why wait? Great pay, great benefits, job security and a'future to look forward to in as little as 6 weeks. CALL: (336) 838-6509 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free ' Brochure & Schedule-. 1-800-849-0932 Lawson Support Services, LLC is seeking male and female CSS (Community Support Services) workers to work one on one with individuals who have MH, DD, and/or SA issues. Full and part time positions available. Training will be given upon employment. Please send or fax resume to: Lawson Support Services, LLC 85 Willis Street Sparta, NC 28675 Phone: 336-372-6083 Fax: 336-372-6087 Or come by and fill out an application. FOUND: Bird dog/hound mix. brown ears & eyes, white face, short hair, long tail, 40 lbs, 18" tall. Found in the Todd area. Call 828-295-9924. Let our Classified Ads Go To Work For You! Give us a Call at 846-7164 CJ> CO Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 LOST: Boston Terrier Male. Black / White, wearing red NC State collar, answers to Spanky. Missing from the Nettle Knob area. REWARD OFFERED. * Call 877-5838 or 877-0661 LOST: KEYS TO Airstream Trailer. Lost Jan. 6 near Yadkin Valley Bank & Trust at Wal-Mart, or elsewhere. Call 828-264-2699. 70-Travel & Camping 1992 Prowler 25" with Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. Cal 336-977-0383 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6, Queen Bed. bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be exoellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies For Sale: Chipper, 300Miscellaneous Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 260-Garage/Yard Sales • * : :i• • 71 ia and generator, used Call 336- 982-8320, leave name & number. 235-Christmas Trees 330-Pets TO GIVE AWAY: Pomeranian Puppy, female, 5 mos. very friendly. Call 384-4537 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. URGENT: Abigail is a very playful 6-8 month old border collie mix puppy. She LOVES at­ tention and will roll over quite happily to have you scratch her tummy! She gets very excited when folks drop in to see her - give her a chance and she'll win your heart over! Abigail has been at the shelter a long time and risks being put to sleep to make room for new animals. PLEASE help her by finding her a new home! E:JrV r*1cE2 Li MJ We lease Pianos. New & Used Grarids. We buy. sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 290-Horses & Livestock 330-Pets PLACEYOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. For Sale: Appaloosa Mare. Downsizing herd. Need to sell. Call 336-977-9309 for more information. PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 300Miscellaneous 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press. 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 FOR SALE: Living Room Set.-Sofa, Loveseat, Chair, Ottoman, All for $600. Excellent Conditionl Stitch is a 1-2 yr. old shepherd / hound mix. He has plenty of ener­ gy and loves to play. Stitch likes to keep us laughing on a daily basis. He loves to climb up on his igloo shelter and make funny faces at us. He's a very nice little dog with lots of personality. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com Antique Oak Buffet/Server with Mirrored Shelf Back, $350.00. Antique Curio Stand $150.00 2 Blue Velvet Tufted Back Chairs with Cane Sides -$50.00 Loveseat Hide-A-Bed - WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. To Give Away: Blond Lab - Retriever mix puppy, 13 weeks old. 1st shots, Sit & Fetch command, most­ ly housebroken. Loves people. Received as gift, but we are allergic to him. Call 846-4635. Rocking Chair - $10.00 Office Desk - $ 75.00 Office Chair-$10.00 336-877-1779 for Spring. Mount Rogers Origin. Call 336-877-1008 Wilkes Communi with miles. silver. 40,000 $28,500. Call 336-927-4453 2002 Dodge~ Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES NEEDED Gates Corporation is looking for approximately 6 associates to work on temporary assignment in the production area. All openings are for a 7 day, 12 hour night shift. College • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age • High School Diploma/GED required • Production Experience desired. Nurse Aid Instructor Alleghany Campus CO Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 For Rent: 2 BR House Stop by Hart Power Equipment. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 3BR/1BA House with Monitor heat, wood and carpet flooring, conven­ ience and privacy. $660/mo. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals, Inc at 336-246-3010 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our 'lor rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 umt 3BR/2BA Mobile with oil furnace, carpet and tile flooring, very nice. $500/mo. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals Inc. 336-246-3010. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 Classifieds make "Cents" "Cents make Dollars" $0.00 ZERO Down i Payment for Landowners. Singlewides, Doublewides, On and Off Frame Modulars $25,000 - $500,000. (See Our 2 story Log Home) WE CAN DO IT ALL! Oakwood Homes of Hudson, NC 828-396-2045 Call for easy directions. S49,900.00 BRAND NEW 1600 SQ FT DOUBLE WIDE. THAT INCLUDES DELIVERY SETUP. HURRY! ONLY 2 MODELS LEFT. 5 YEAR WARRANTY! ONE PIECE FIBERGLASS TUBS. APPLIANCES, 2X4 16 ON CENTER CONSTRUCTION. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 1994 Coro Mobile Home, 3/2 with deck, Monitor heater, at Hilltop Acres in West Jefferson. $10,000 Call 336-246-9295 for appointment. 2007 TAX REFUND Attention Previous Home Owners. 1st time Home Buyers, Renters. Put your TAX REFUND TO WORK in buying a new home. Call Freedom Homes. 336-973-2335 for more details. Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Dietitian Applications will be accepted on Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: Advanced Materials Technology Director For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green,top rack, leather interior.CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available CRNA Apply in person at: Gates Corporation, 101 Gates Lane, Jefferson, NC Wilkes Communit College SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 2004 F-250 XLT Super For Sale: Fraser Fir 3/0 Seedlings available 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale Duty, 4x4 Diesel, black $20.00 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale 310-Musical KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each walk behind bush hog For more information Call (336) 838-6204 FOUND: Mastiff mix, female, brindle, has docked tail, not wear­ ing collar. Found in Big Tree area off Black Bear Inn Rd., Sat., Dec. 16. Call 977-3889 FOUND: Beagle/Miniature Collie mix, male, approx 1-3 yrs. Found in Beaver Creek/Citgo area. Call 977-2587 to identify. 160-Business Opportunities very little. THANKYOU Jefferson Post 40-Lost & Found WANTED: MOA for busy meaical office in Ashe County. Please mail applications to Ashe Medical Associates PO Box 765, Jefferson NC 28640, or drop them off at our office during normal office hours. M-F, 7:30am - 7:30pm S 8-Noon 235-Christmas Trees www.wilkesregional.org A Tomkins Company EOE Opportunities. Powered by Tyson.™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products Tyson Foods, Inc., is seeking qualified applicants to fill open positions on all shifts at its Wilkesboro, North Carolina location. Requirements: •18 years or older with work authorization Tyson Foods' Benefits Include: •Competitive wages (starting at $8.85 per hour with $.45 shift differential for second and third shifts) •Excellent benefits package •Paid vacation and 8 paid holidays •401(k) with company match •Stock Purchase Plan with company match •Credit Union •Tyson Family Store •Cafeteria •Opportunities within the company Please Apply In Person at Employment Security Commission www.tyson.com An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V EOE GEM Oportunidades. Alimentadas por Tyson™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products Las instalaciones de Tyson Foods, Inc., en • Wilkesboro, Carolina del Norte esta buscando aspirantes calificados para ocar posiciones en todos sus turnos. Requisitos: •Mayores de 18 anos con autorizacion de trabajo Las prestaciones de Tyson Foods incluyen: •Salarios competitivos (comenzando en $8.85 por hora mas $.45 por trabajar en el segundo y tercer turno) •Excelente paquete de prestaciones •Vacaciones pagadas y 8 dias festivo pago •Plan para la jubilacion [401 (k)] contribucion de compania •Plan de comprea de acciones contribucion de compania •Asociacion decreditos •Tienda familiar para los Compaheros de Equipo de Tyson •Cafeteria •Oportunidadas dentro de La Compania Puede obtener solictud en La oficiana del empleo Employment Security Commission www.tyson.com An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V (Empresa que ofrece Igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo para mlnorais, mujeres, personas con dlscapacidad y veteranos) �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY , JANUARY 23, 2007 PAGE 9 Classifieds 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 5 YEAR WARRANTY ON ALL NEW HORTON HOMES. WE BUILD THE BEST AND OFFER THE BEST WARRANTY... 5 YEAR COVERAGE ON APPLIANCES. FURNACE, STRUC­ TURE, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING EVEN THE HEAT PUMP!! THERE IS A DIFFERENCE!! HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 530-Lots & Acreage 500-Mobile Homes for Sale LOWEST PRICE OUT THERE!!!!! $23,900.00 SET AND DELIVERED. 14X72 SINGLE WIDE. YOU CAN PICK YOUR COLORS!! AVAILABLE IN 2 OR 3 BEDROOMS!! STOVE AND REFRIGERATOR INCLUDED. 5 YEAR WARRANTY. QUALITY HORTON CONSTRUCTION!!! VINYL AND SHINGLE EXTERIOR. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO. 336-973-7488 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified .section. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 846-7164 to place your ad. 550-Real Estate Wanted Church would like to purchase 5 plus acres in or near Jefferson or West Jefferson. Please contact Dennis at 336-877-5075 evenings. 0 505-Modular Homes for Sale 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 AFFORDABLE MODULARS!!! SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION WITH FAIR PRICES. HORTON HOMES OFFERS IT ALL. SPECIAL FINANCING OPTIONS AVAILABLE... WE DON'T MAKE MONEY OFFYOUR FINANCING. STOP IN OR CALL HORTON HOMES OF WILKES­ BORO 336-973-7488 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. Check Out the Jefferson Post for Now is the LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers LIMITED INCOME? LIMITED CREDIT? LAND HOME PACK­ AGES ARE POSSIBLE WITH AS LITTLE AS $500.00 DOWN, WE HAVE A NEW FINANCE PROGRAM TO ASSIST YOU. GIVE US A CALL. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 time to start thinking about promoting your business for the MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. coming year! Call Geraldine at the Jefferson Post 336-846-7164 to 530-Lots & Acreage list your business 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. , in our High Country Business Services Directory!!! This is the "space" Now's the time to place your Valentine ad. 1 Call 846-7164 for your 1195-Legals 1145-Steel Buildings 1195-Legals North Carolina, record­ a stake in said road; ed on September 12, thence N 77 E 5 rods STEEL BUILDINGS 1997, in Book 223 at to a stake in the road; 3 Cancelled Orders. Page 1923; and thence N 32 E 11 rods Brand new, still on because of default in to a stake in the road; pallet with full warranty. the payment of the thence S 85 W 10 Pay only remaining indebtedness secured rods to the BEGIN­ balances. First come, thereby and failure to NING, containing 3/4 First serve. carry out and perform acres, more or less. Call for sizes 1-800-222-6335 x6000 the stipulations and agreements contained And being the same therein and, pursuant land described and to demand of the own­ conveyed to Harold er and holder of the G. Greer, et ux by RAY COMBS TREE indebtedness secured deed dated 4/12/75, TRIMMING & by said Deed of Trust, recorded in Book 0-5, REMOVAL the under-signed Sub­ page 456, Ashe Coun­ For estimates, Call stitute Trustee will ty Registry. 336-246-5634. place for sale, at public auction, to the highest Address of property: bidder for cash at the 1049 Glenn King Road usual place of sale at Lansing, NC 28643 2806.0000596 Ashe County Court­ 06-SP-132 Record house, in Jefferson, Present Fannie Mae G. North Carolina at 10:00 Owners: Harold AM on Wednesday, Greer aka Harold Gene January 24, 2007, that Greer and Katrina M. NOTICE OF parcel of land, in­ Greer and SUBSTITUTE cluding improvements TRUSTEE'S thereon, situated, lying The terms of the sale and being in the City of are that the real prop­ SALE OF REAI Lansing, County of erty hereinbefore de­ PROPERTY Ashe, State of North scribed will be sold for being cash to the highest UNDER AND BY VIR­ Carolina, and particularly bidder. The Substitute TUE of the power and more Trustee reserves the authority contained in described as follows: right to require a cash that certain Deed of on an deposit or a certified Trust executed and BEGINNING delivered by Harold G. iron stake on the check not to exceed five Greer and Katrina M. North side of a light the greater of Greer, His Wife, dated pole and running S 73 percent (5%) of the September 8, 1997 and W 12 rods to a stake amount of the bid or recorded in the Office in the road No. 1519; Seven Hundred Fifty In of the Register of thence with the road Dollars ($750.00). event that the Deeds of Ashe County, S 63 1/2 E, 12 rods to the 1160-Tree Service 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Owner and Holder is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee's Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308 (a) (1). cy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trust­ ee^). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trust­ ee^). in their sole dis­ cretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. The real properly herei­ nabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, un­ paid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be an­ nounced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. A • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers Oil Change, Lube t Filter Includes up to 501$ Oil, • Filter Hubs PlotflOO disposalfee STATE LINE FAST LUBE Hwy 16 @ Apply in person at: 215 Long Street Jefferson, NC No phone calls, please. 0018 0> I lism fk • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation 336.977.2113 > Maintenance Contracts by request. Allen Miller L 336-384-3033 tg TELEVISION CENTE8 Sony Sharp Mountain View w*Pioneer TV center *Samsun9 !V Center .Panasonic! tfmtwf SUrimit Ztfwik 607C S. 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Substitute Trustee is now accepting applications Excavating & f la tiling • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More Havinja THE DAIRY HOUSE ^Mountain Field Residential & Commercial YMKHOH* Dated: January 8, 2007 If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt- SMITHS AEROSPACE IS HIRING A QUALITY PRODUCTION SUPPORT PERSON FOR FIRST SHIFT . T & L CONSTRUCTION Someone Special LICENSED&INSI RED FREE ESTIMATES AM TYPES OF GRADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds oxr RESTAURANT . 336-846-7737 Located on the Backstreet We have expanded our lunch huffet! We are offering a choice of 3 meats and 12 different vegetables! SERVING BREAKFAST AND LCJNCH Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday ~ 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only - 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only - 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti Contact Robert Holman • Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-9634069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Septic Systems • Basements • Footers ( e|]; 828-773-6736 KEITHS Trackhoe SERVICE Road Building • Ditching • Ditch Bank Cleaning Bush Hogging • House Foundations • Demolition Foundation Wall Construction • Lot Clearing 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 28618 Call 828-773-5035 • Cell: 336-977-6477 or 977-6265 1 V" . ' I ,' �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, JANUARY 23,2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS I' ® ' TP Wem&i %vmmm S'!" w%* :}k *Sri ••/ *m?z 1 New Shrine club officers installed Ashe Shrine Club installs their new officers for 2007 at their annual Christmas party, which was held at Jefferson Landing. The Potentate Billy Farris gave theinstallation.The 2007 officers are Mike Neaves - President,- Greg Key - Vice President, Josh Roten - Treasurer, John Brown - Secretary, Sonny Cope, Earl (Bubba) Sheets and Jim Barlow - members of the Board of Directors. Mike Neaves, the president, Foxx votes against tax increases Congresswoman Virginia Foxx voted against H.R. 6, the Clean Energy Act of 2007. "Once again, the Demo­ crats have proposed a bill that appears beneficial, but in reality it is anything but. This does nothing to allevi­ ate America's dependence on foreign oil," Foxx com­ mented. The Congressional Bud­ get Office as well as the Joint Committee on Taxa­ tion estimate this legislation will result in $7.7 billion in tax increases over ten years, in'addition to $6.3 billion in new royalty payments over the same period. The bottom line is that the increased revenues from this tax hike could be used for any federal discretionary spending, and there is no guarantee the money will be used for al­ ternative energy sources or exploration. "We have not built a refin­ ery in America 6ince 1976, and if this Congress is se­ rious about depending less on foreign sources of energy and true energy reform, we must begin to build refiner­ ies again, allow for respon­ sible exploration of energy within our own borders and truly invest in energy alter­ natives. Anything short of this continues to put Amen ica at the mercy of the Or­ ganization of Petroleum Ex­ porting Countries (OPEC) and the nations that control it," Foxx concluded. would like to thank ail mem­ bers of Ashe Shrine Club and to the citizens of Ashe and surrounding counties for their continued support. "No man stands so tall as when he stoops to help a child." Education programs receive national re-accreditation Appalachian State Uni­ versity's teacher education programs have been re-ac­ credited for seven years by the National Council for Ac­ creditation of Teacher Educa­ tion (NCATE) and the North Carolina State Board of Edu­ cation. NCATE is the major na­ tional accrediting organiza­ tion for more than 600 in­ stitutions offering teacher education programs. The North Carolina State Board of Education is responsible for approving public and pri­ vate institutions in North Carolina to prepare teachers. "It is heartening to know that the rich Appalachian tradition of preparing teach­ ers for the schools of North Carolina has been re-affirmed through these approvals," Reich College of Education Dean Charles R. Duke said. "Of the over 1,000 teacher In conjunction with the education programs in the Collection, the library is host­ country, only about 600 have ing a series of concerts featur­ NCATE accreditation. We are very proud to be apipng ftps ing. local musicians. The first of these concerts took place group." Institutions undergo rigor­ January 19; upcoming per­ formances are scheduled for ous on-site reviews by both February 16 and March 30. NCATE and the state. NCATE sent a team The concerts are supported by a grant from the Grassroots Arts Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and a Projects Pool In January everyone is fin­ Grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching ishing all the year-end busi­ funds supplied by the Friends ness and it is a good time to start planning for the upcom­ of the Library. The Ashe County Public ing year. Property taxes are due be­ Library is located at 148 Li­ brary Drive in West Jefferson. fore the end of the year, a fact Hours are Monday-Thursday that causes everyone to think from 8:30-6, Friday from 8:30- "How can I reduce property 5, and Saturday from 8:30-4. taxes?" If you are a farmer For more information about or have agricultural land in the concert series, the Local production there is a big tax Music Collection, or any other break called, Use Value Taxa­ library programs or services, tion. This program, approved please call them at 336-846- by the state, says that if you 2041, or visit www.arlibrary. derive enough income off ag­ ricultural property, or have a org. management plan for forest property, you can be taxed at the use value instead of the current market value, which can lower your tax bill signifi­ cantly. To qualify for Use Value Taxation, you must meet cer­ tain requirements. You must own enough land, 10 acres ag­ ricultural (pasture, hay, crops) or 5 acres horticulture (nurs­ which is also known as the ery crops, greenhouse, Christ­ Waterville reservoir. The advisory was origi­ mas trees) or 20 acres forest. nally issued because of high You must generate $1000/ year income from the land, levels of dioxin found in fish taken below the paper mill. or have a management plan Dioxin is a byproduct of chlo­ for forest. And, most impor­ Library adds CDs to collection The Ashe County Public Library has added 15 recent­ ly-purchased CDs to its Lo­ cal Music Collection, thanks to - funding provided by the Friends of the Library. Established in 2005 with a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, matched by the Friends, the Local Music Col­ lection represents the artist­ ry of local and regional musi­ cians. Consisting primarily of bluegrass and old-Jime music, the Collection also includes gospel, Celtic, classical gui­ tar, and even "a collection of musical renderings (or sonic impressions)." The addition brings the total number of CDs and cas­ settes in the Local Music Col­ lection to more than 70 items, now available for checkout at the library. New CDs include music by Becca Eggers-Gryder, Wayne Henderson, Rock Bottom Bluegrass Band, Ran­ dy and Deborah Jean Sheets, and Doc Watson. called the Board of Examin­ ers (BOE) to visit the campus for several days, reviewing documentation the institution prepared, and interviewing faculty, students, graduates and school personnel to de­ termine that the institution's unit for teacher education meets national standards. A team from the Depart­ ment of Public Instruction also visited campus and ex­ amined individual programs to insure they also meet state standards. "We have 22 undergradu­ ate teacher education pro­ grams and 21 graduate pro­ grams, so we were pretty busy preparing reports and evi­ dence before the visit," Duke said. "We had help from many faculty, staff and students and without their assistance, we never would have been able to put together the in­ credible amounts of evidence that these reviews require." "When the teams were on campus in spring 2006, more than 30 people combined from NCATE and the state put us under the microscope for four days," Duke said. "But we welcome this kind of in­ tense review. It helps to rein­ force where our strengths lie Tax tips for farmers Pigeon river fish consumption advisory lifted State Health Director Leah Devlin today announced the removal of the last remaining fish consumption advisory be­ low the Blue Ridge paper mill in Haywood County. Today's announcement is the final chapter in a situation that rine bleaching. Studies have first came to light in the late shown that exposure to dioxin 1980s, when byproducts of increases the risk of several the paper production process types of cancer in animals led to fish consumption advi­ and humans. The most com­ sories in the Pigeon River and mon health effect in people the Walters Lake Reservoir. exposed to large amounts of "This is both a public dioxins is chloracne, which health and an environmental is a severe skin disease, char­ success story," said Devlin. acterized by large, deep acne­ "It is a good example of an like lesions. Some other ef­ industry addressing a poten­ fects include liver damage tial public health problem by and changes in hormonal changing its processes. I'm levels. pleased we can close the book Improved pollution con­ on this one." trols at the Canton paper The original advisory was mill were enacted during the issued by the State Health late 1980s. The Canton mill, Director Ron Levine in 1988. formerly owned by Cham­ It warned against consump­ pion International, was pur­ tion of any fish from below chased by mill employees and. the then Champion Interna­ renamed Blue Ridge Paper tional paper mill. In 1994, Products Inc. in 1999. that advisory was reduced to More information on fish cover only carp and catfish. consumption advisories in In 2001, it was reduced still North Carolina can be found further to just a limited advi­ at http://www.epi.state.nc.us/ sory on carp in Walters Lake, epi/fish/. The Ashe County Arts Council will sponsor an evening of classical music at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan­ uary 27. The chamber ensemble, Harmonia Baroque, will perform in the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center. The ensemble will include Barbara Krumdiek, Michael Bell, Alicia Chapman and Nancy Schneeloch-Bingham. Soprano Priscilla Porterfield will join the ensemble for two vocal selections. Tickets are available at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone at 336-846-ARTS. AH 'lypes tantly, you must apply for the change. The application must be completed and turned into the county tax office during the month of January. This is one of the few tax breaks available for farmers, and it can reduce your tax bill. If you have any questions about the program, you can contact the County Tax Office or the North Carolina Cooper­ ative Extension, Ashe County Center at (336) 219-2650. Another program that may be of interest to farmers and other land owners is the Farmland Preservation pro­ gram. This is a voluntary pro­ gram that lists your property as agricultural land and gives some protection against nui­ sance suits and some other negative impacts against ag­ ricultural land. If you qualify for use value taxation, you also qualify for Farmland Preservation. There are now over 15,000 acres enrolled in the Farmland Preservation program in Ashe County. For more information, contact Charles Young, Cooperative Extension, Ashe Center, at (336) 219-2650. as well as where we need to continue to work for improve­ ments." After the visits, the BOE team filed a report with the NCATE Unit Accrediting Board, and DPI filed a report with the State Board of Edu­ cation. Final decisions were made by each group indepen­ dently in late fall 2006. Appalachian has more than 2,000 students enrolled in teacher education prograins across campus. The College of Arts and Sciences, College of Fine and Applied Arts and the Hayes School of Music all collaborate with the Reich College of Education in teacher preparation. The university annually prepares 16 percent of all new teachers receiving un­ dergraduate degrees from the UNC system, the largest per­ centage of any of the 15 UNC institutions with teacher preparation programs. Enka, NC - The AshevilleBuncombe Technical Commu­ nity College Small Business Center/ Business Incubator today* announced that the U.S. Small Business Admin­ istration officer for western North Carolina will conduct a series of entrepreneurial development seminars for startup and existing small businesses during the month of February. Mike Arriola, Senior Area Manager for the SBA in west­ ern North Carolina, will be on hand to provide the follow­ ing sessions, which are free of charge: "Business Planning and Entrepreneurial Develop­ ment Resources from the SBA" - Discover the basic components of a business plan and the importance of composing a business plan for your startup or existing business. Learn about the many SBA online and in-person counseling and training resources available to help you with your small business, whether just starting or cur­ rently in business. AB Tech Asheville Mall campus: Feb. 6 from 10 a.m. -12 p.m.; and AB Tech Madison campus: Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. "Small Business Loans: the Basics" - Find out what it takes to produce a bankable loan proposal. Find out what financial assistance is avail­ able through the U.S. Small Business Administration. Learn about the Five Cs of Credit, and how a lender views these elements of a business credit application. Discover the importance of business plans and financials and how they fit into a lender's credit decision-making process. AB Tech Asheville Mall campus: Feb. 13 from 9:30 -11:30 a.m.; and AB Tech Madison cam­ pus: Feb. 15 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. "SBA Community Express Loan Intake Session" - For persons interested in financ­ ing a startup or existing small business. Loans avail­ able from $5,000 to $50,000, guaranteed by the SBA. No collateral, seven-year repay­ ment, competitive rates and fees. Take advantage of tech­ nical assistance from local re­ sources. Eligible applicants include women, veterans, mi­ norities, and small business­ es in low- to moderate-income areas as defined by SBA. AB Tech Asheville Mall campus: Feb. 20 from 9:30 -11:30 a.m.; and AB Tech Madison cam­ pus: Feb. 22 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. "This is an opportunity for our Buncombe area folks to make good on that New Year's resolution to start a busi­ ness," commented the SBA's Arriola. "And my thanks to Russ Yelton and the Small Business Center/Business In­ cubator for helping to make these seminars possible." The seminars are free of charge, but registration is required. Interested persons should visit the A-B tech Small Business Center/Busi­ ness Incubator Web site at www.abtech.edu/sbc for infor­ mation and registration. A-B Tech announces SBA workshops J? MELBfi QRfiY tL of Grading Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & Insured Free Estimates has relocated, and invites all friends and customers to visit her at: BELINDA'S HAIR DESIGN No job too small or too large! 113 North Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 Contact Robert Holman Salon: 846-7047 Home: 246-2027 Cell: 977-6790 Haircuts - $ 10(X) • Perms - $35°° • Color - $3500 cell *(828)773-6736 GRfiND OPENING - JflN 13. 2 0 0 7 Office* (828)963-4069 Fax • (828) 963-8610 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2007 PAGE 11 COMMUNITY EVENTS Democratic party meets tonight at Smoky Mountain Barbecue School Lunch Menu Jan. 22 - 26 Monday: Breaded Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Buttered Broccoli, Biscuit, Pears, Milk Tuesday: Sloppy Joes on Bun, Baked Potato Logs, Cole Slaw, Cherry Cobbler, Milk Wednesday: Pizza, Tossed Salad, Corn, Fruit Cup, Milk Thursday: Chicken Fillet on Bun, Lettuce and Tomato, Corn, Apple, Cookie, Milk Friday: Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce, Tossed Salad, Roll, Pineapple Tidbits, Milk Monday January 22 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Haven Community Church all week. Lundy Finley Jr. and Mitchell Mash speaking. For more info call Joe at 384-3457 Tuesday, January 23 10 a.m.: Open house at Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, 111 N. Main St., Jefferson, in cel­ ebration of Sanctity of LifelO a.m. - 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. APCC promotes the sanctity and preservation of the life of the unborn by sharing the love and gospel of Jesus Christ and promoting a Christian lifestyle. For more information, please call 8464100. 5:30 p.m.: "Are You Tough Enough -100 Man Campaign" - Meeting will focus on depres­ sion in men. At Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson. 846-0781 6 p.m.: Relay for Life orga­ nizers have planned a train­ ing for those who are inter­ ested in forming a team for the 2007 event. Lisa Bottomley, new regional com­ munity manager, will present the mission and history of the American Cancer Society. Mary Jo Black has planned a short presentation about the upcoming Womanlesg Beauty Pageant. Edie Miller will be sharing ideas for pre-event and on-site fund raising.' Bring a friend and join the group at Winner's Circle in Jefferson. For questions, please contact Co-Chairs DeAnna S. Lewis at 828-964-3930 or Amy Dollar at 336-877-3949. 7 p.m.:The Ashe Democratic Party will have their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain Barbecue 3 p.m. Scott Kdllestad, a saxophonist and assistant professor at Appalachian State University, will present a recital in Broyhill Music Center's Rosen Concert Hall. His performance will feature soprano and alto saxophones. Pianist Susan Slingland will provide accompaniment. The program features Denis Bddard's "Fantaisie," Karel Husa's "Elbgie et Roundeau," Warren Benson's "Aeolian Song," Robert Mucznski's "Sonata, Op. 29," Ryo Noda's "Improvisation I" and Rodney Rogers' "Lessons of the Sky." Wednesday, January 24 10 a.m.: Open house at Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, 111 N. Main St., Jefferson, ih cel­ ebration of Sanctity of Life 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. APCC promotes the sanctity and preservation of the life of the unborn by sharing the love and gospel of Jesus Christ and promoting a Christian lifestyle. For more information, please call 8464100. 7 p.m.: Midway Baptist Church (Next to Wal'Mart) welcomes Bob Shields, who will be speaking on missiions in Moldova. Pasture Steve LeaShomb and the congrega­ tion invite you to attend. Private 7 p.m.; Topic: Landowner Concerns: When a public trail crosses private land. Guest speaker, Fred Saal, will speak of his experi­ ences with the Iron Mountain Trail crossing his land and the problems he has encountered. This will be an excellent oppor­ tunity to hear the private land­ owners view. We urge all trail users to attend this meeting for this rare opportunity to come together and share our views. Thursday, January 25 Blowing Rock Winterfest, Jan. 25-28: One of the South East's top 20 January events, according to the SouthEast Tourism Society. The four-day celebration includes: hayrides, bonfires, an ice-carving com­ petition and a Polar Plunge in Chetola Lake, plus winterthemed shows, at the new Hayes Performing Arts Center. 10 a.m.: Open house at Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, 111 N. Main St., Jefferson, in cel­ ebration of Sanctity of Life 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Refreshments will be served. APCC promotes the sanctity and preservation of the life of the unborn by sharing the love and gospel of Jesus Christ and promoting a Christian lifestyle. For more information, please call 8464100. 7 p.m.: The New River Area Board of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities & Substance Abuse will hold its regular meeting at the Dan'l Boone Inn in Boone. Friday January 26 7 p.m.: Bill Rice Ministries, Inc. presents "Becoming Better Stewards" financial seminar at Faith Fellowship Church 513 E. Main Street, Jefferson. Designed to assist couples and singles of all ages. Now is the time to being plan­ ning to improve your financial situation. Everyone is welcome to attend. For reservations call 877-4480. Seminar is from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Saturday January 27 9 a.m.: Bill Rice Ministries, Inc. presents "Becoming Better Stewards" financial seminar at Faith Fellowship Church 513 E. Main Street, Jefferson. Designed to assist couples and singles of all ages. Now is the time to being plan­ ning to improve your financial situation. Everyone is welcome to attend. For reservations call 877-4480. Seminar is from 5 a.m. until 2 p.m. 1 p.m.: Avon Walk for Breast Cancer "Great Start Party" in Charlotte N.C. Help save lives! Individuals and teams can register to walk or crew for the event, meet other par­ ticipants, and learn about the impact of past funds raised and much much more.lt is an annual noncompetitive event wich offers men and women a choice of walking a marathon (26.2 miles) or a marathon and a half (39.3 miles) over the October 20-21 weekend to raise money and awareness to fight breast cancer. For more info call 800-510-WALK or visit www.avonwalk.org 7:30 Harmonia Baroque Ashe Arts Center Chamber ensem­ ble from Appalachian State University. $8 adults, $5 stu­ dents Sunday, January 28 11 a.m.: Mt Olive Baptist Church announces that "Faith Trio" will be singing at the 11 a.m. service. Pastor Rev. Clayborn Roten and the congeration invites you to attend. 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Is Christianity 'Right' and All Other Religions 'Wrong'?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship servic­ es are at 11 a.m. on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 2 p.m.: Celebrate Southern Appalachian Music with local musicians as they play tradi­ tional, old-time and Bluegrass at the community building of New River State Park. That's at the New River State Park (221 Access) from 2 to 4 p.m. All musicians (and music-lov­ ers) are encouraged to attend this free event! Monday, January 29 9 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering the 6 hour mandated "DMV Independent Dealer's License Renewal" pourse. The course will be offered from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on the Wilkes campus of Wilkes Community College. Pre-registratidn is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 8386166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. 6:30 p.m.:Ashe County Little Theatre will hold audi­ tions for their spring per­ formance of Laddy Sartin's Catfish Moon at the Ashe Civic Center. Directed by Jeff Dreyer, this Southern comedy will run from March 29 through players come by or call 8465471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteerFireDepartment on first and third Saturday night of each month through March, prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. 6:30 p.m.The Pond Mountain Volunteer Fire & Rescue This study will guide you from Department will hold a spe­ insecurity to the realization of Tuesday, cial public information meeting your value as a woman and a January 30 at 6038 Joines Road, Creston child of God. Join us for this 65:30 p.m.: FAFSA (Free N.C. (The Department) The week Bible study beginning on Application for Federal purpose of the meeting is to Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Student Aid) night at Ashe seek comments from the pub­ Books are $9.00. Book fee will County High School in the lic and discuss the purchase be collected Jan. 10 before upstairs computer lab. Please of a 2008 Pumper/Tanker Fire class. Deadline to sign-up is come in the front entrance of Apparatus. December 27. Facilitator is the school. College represen­ Kim Poe. Call the church office tatives will be there to assist at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 in completing the FAFSA form a.m. - noon to sign up. All are on-line. Bring a copy of your 6:30 p.m.: The Riverview welcome. tax forms and your child's tax Community Center will Appalachian District Health forms, if they file. Please call once again host the annual Department: The primary Tara Miller by January 25 at Valentine Dinner/Dance. The Care Clinic is open 5 days a (336) 246-2400 if you plan on center is located at 11719 NC week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for attending. Hwy 88 West, Creston. A roast preventive health care and for beef dinner will be served and Wednesday, treatment of acute and certain there will be a variety of enter­ chronic illnesses. Charges are January 31 tainment for your dancing and based on a sliding fee scale by 11 a.m.: ACT Against Cancer listening pleasure. Tickets are Annual Planning Meeting on sale for $15 each. Call the assessing income and number at Ashe Family Central in the Center at 385-9812 or Margaret in family. For information about our services or to enroll in large Conference Room. Call Allen at 385-4342 a clinic or receive medical 846-0781 treatment, all persons need to 2 p.m.: New River State call 246-9449. Appointments Park 221 Access. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music 6 p.m. The Ashe County are needed for all clinics except with local musicians as they Garden Club meets the sec­ General Clinic. Immunizations play traditional, Old Time and ond Monday of each month. are given every day, Monday Bluegrass. All musicians are The February meeting will be Friday without appointments. welcome, so bring your instru­ at Smoky, Mountain Barbecue. Breast and Cervical Cancer ment and join in, or bring a The program will include a dis­ Screening Clinic: Monday chair and enjoy the entertain­ cussion of the use of coni­ Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday ment. Participants will meet at fers in the home garden by Family Planning, Maternity & the Community Building from 2 Delia Riley, who works for the Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday p.m. to 4 p.m. All programs are Agricultural Extension Service. Pediatric Nurse Screening & free and open to the public. Anyone who would like more Dental Clinic: Days Vary 7 p.m.: Session V of the information on the club may WIC (Supplemental Food Childbirth/Newborn Care call Lynda McDaniel at 877Program for Women Infants Classes continues through 3299. and Children): If you are a January 16th at Ashe Memorial pregnant, breast-feeding or Hospital. 2007 series begins postpartum woman, infant, FalMULii^fith. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early The Ashe County Garden or child less than five years to sign up. Call 846-0734. Club meets on the second of age, and meet certain Monday of each month at 6:00 eligibility guidelines, you may p.m. If you have an interest in qualify to participate in the gardening and you would enjoy WIC Program. WIC is a special 11 a.m.: "The Jesus discussing plants, visiting supplemental food program Experiment" at FaithBridge provides individually private gardens or touring that Ever wonder, "So what's the public gardens, call Lynda prescribed packages of food to big deal about Jesus?" Many McDaniel at 877-3299 for those who are eligible. There is people are interested in Jesus, further information. no cost for this service. If you respect him, even worship him, Looking for old photos want to know if you qualify to but don't really understand why of Todd: Anyone who has participate in the WIC program his life, death, and resurrection old (1920s through 1960s) or know someone who does; are so important. FaithBridge photographs of Todd, NC, is contact 246-2013. United Methodist Church's next invited to submit them for a Prenatal Education for Latino sermon series will address this community fundraising project. Families at Ashe County question and will encourage They will be handled carefully Health Dept. Classes are held us to not only THINK about and returned promptly. For from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet Christian discipleship but TRY more information, contact monthly through December. For IT OUT, through what we will James Lewis at 336-877-3263 More information, call Isabel call 'The Jesus Experiment". or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC Spencer at 246-9449 Beginning February 4th and 28684. Sign up is under way Look Good...Feel Better at concluding Easter Sunday, for the 21st Annual Ashe AMH Mt. Hearts. For women April 8th, our pastor's sermons County Cherckers Classic. undergoing cancer treatment. will walk through the Gospel of The tournament is played at Free information, a make­ Mark week by week, focusing the Deluxe Barber Shop in up kit, and skin care will be •on Jesus and his challenge: West Jefferson during February provided. To find out more, call "Follow Me." In each sermon and is sponsored by Miller 846-0781. in this series, we will receive Insurance and Deluxe Barber the "Experiment for the Week" Shop. All serious checkers April 1. Catfish Moon is a comedy drama set on the old fishing pier at Cypress Lake. Three old friends, Curley, Gordon and Frog reunite to relive their past and to reconnect as friends. Betty is the woman who played a pivotal role in their past and who could influence their future. Three men's and one woman's parts are available. Scripts will be provided at audition; those auditioning will not need a pre­ pared scene, but will read from the script. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846ARTS. which will allow us to put into practice our discipleship (fol­ lowing Jesus). The community is invited to join us in participat­ ing in "The Jesus Experiment". FaithBridge United Methodist Church worships at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium (the former Blowing Rock Stage Company location) on Sunset Drive-in Blowing Rock. Dress is casual and free quality child care is provided. To find out more about us, visit our web­ site at www.faithbridgeumc.org or call (828) 295-8333. Monday, February 5 Saturday, February 10 Monday February 12 Ongoing Events Sunday, February 4 I M m @®(MW HiSMiE S®@DIW mm These animals are available for adoption. Zoe is an affectionate lab/ hound mix of 4 mos. old who has had positive results w/ house training but likes being outdoors also and will come with free doghouse. She has had first shots and rabies. 767 Fred Pugh Road Crumpler, NC 982-4060 Bert and Ernie are blue ^ed bundles of fur of 9 weeks old who would love to come to a loving home. Snookums is a 3 mo. ok grey/white kitten who was orphaned and bottle fed and veiy lovable. Must be an inside pet. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located between Little's Gym and SlyLine Telephone We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box I776 • West lefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 7 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-01-23 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/d098901bfc441ea960876e81c9451978.pdf 7ab2eef19118de108d1eba3334f3d163 PDF Text Text Friday • Huskies sweep Eagles for 1st time page 1B January 26, 2007 • MVAC official 500 standings Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jefTersonpost.com page 2B • Youth Basketball League schedule Volume 82, Issue 8 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Commissioners call windmill hearing Board to look at regulations by Jim Thompson Editor Ashe County's commission­ ers will take a look at regulat­ ing windmills and windpower generation at a public hearing on Monday, Feb. 5, at 5 p.m. The hearing will take place in the small courtroom at the courthouse in Jefferson. The hearing could allow the board to approve an or­ dinance that evening. It will come days before the Utili­ ties Commission concludes its public hearing on Northwest Wind Energies LLC's propos­ als to build a large wind farm on Big Springs Mountain in Creston. "After all the comments in the county in regard to wind generation, the commission­ ers need to consider their op­ tion to regulate or not regu­ late," said County Manager Dan McMillan in a phone interview Tuesday. "This will be the only opportunity they have before the Utilities Com­ mission may make its final decision." The hearing will take place during the board's regular meeting. "We are setting it as late as possible so as many people can come as possible," he said. McMillan said there are two things the commission­ ers could do in relation to the windmill issue. "They can al­ low the Ridge Law to be the prevailing regulation in the county," he said. "The Ridge Law as it is interpreted by the attorney general does not al­ low windmills on ridge lines." The commissioners, he continued, could "consider an ordinance to do something similar to Watauga County." While permitting the devel­ opment of wind energy there, the Watauga ordinance cre­ ated an approval process with some limitations on wind mills. The result of the hearing and any action taken after it will be forwarded to the Utili­ ties Commission prior to their Feb. 13 hearing in Raleigh. Because the county does not have zoning or general land use regulations in place, the commissioners could adopt such an ordinance un­ der their police powers. This would require just the one public hearing before action could be taken by the board. In related news, the Ashe County Board of Realtors and the Homebuilders Association held a joint meeting at Fam­ ily Central on Monday. Both groups are opposed to the Northwest Wind Energies project. At press time, a threat of snow raised the question as to whether the Utilities Commis­ sion might have to reschedule Thursday evening's public hearing on the Big Springs Mountain project. 1451st to stay in Iraq by Jim Thompson Editor The 1451st Transporta­ tion Co. of the N.C. National Guard has had its tour of ^_duty in Iraq extended by as ^uch as 125 days. Word of the extension came J ate Wednesday. The unit, While based in Boone,includes a number of members who J are residents of Ashe County. The N.C. National Guard has released this statement: "The N.C. National Guard has received a verbal notifica­ tion that the 1451st Trans­ portation Company Head­ quartered in Boone, NC with detachments in Morganton and Marion NC, are likely to be extended on their tour of duty in Iraq for up to 125 days, the actual length could be less and is yet to be deter­ mined. "The 1451st has been sup­ porting the 1st Brigade Cora- bat Team, of the 34th Infantry Division, from the Minnesota National Guard.The 1/34 was designated to extend their tour as part of the increase in troop numbers in Iraq. "The 1451st mobilized in January of 2006 and deployed to Iratj in March of 2006.They were originally scheduled to return around April of 2007. This is the first mobilization for the 1451st in the Global War on Terror. "The almost 175 soldiers of the 1451st will continue to serve an important role in transporting equipment and supplies for the 1/34 BCT throughout their area of op­ erations. Their success, along­ side the other 4,500 soldiers of the 1/34, is a shining exam­ ple of citizen soldiers serving the nation successfully, pro­ fessionally, and with dignity to complete the mission they have been assigned. "Maj. Gen. William E. In­ gram Jr., the Adjutant Gen­ eral of NC National Guard said, 'Our soldiers have been serving successfully and their expertise is needed by the commanders on the ground to continue this fight. I am con­ fident that witty the continued support of the great cr/minunities here in NC, our citizen soldiers and their families will complete this mission knowing we wish them well and stand by them.' "Since September 11,2001, NCNG has provided almost eleven thousand, (11,000) from a total force of twelve thousand, (12,000) to the Global War on Terror. "The NC National Guard will continue, as we have in the.past, to meet every re­ quest from the National Com­ mand Authority or the Gov­ ernor as needed in service to our state and nation." Post photo by Jim Thompson Sheriff James Williams (left) and Det. Peyton Colvard stand with just some of the items recovered from a burglary bust this week. Burglar busted by Jim Thompson Editor A veteran burglar got a major surprise this week as authorities arrived at his North Wilkesboro home with a search warrant. What they found tied him to three recent break-ins— and, thanks to an observant citizen, a fourth incident. While the arrest took place in Wilkes County, it was the result of an investigation by the Ashe Sheriffs Office, led by Det. Peyton Colvard. "It was plain, old-fashioned de­ tective work," Sheriff James Williams said. Williams said an investi­ gation continues and charges are now pending against Gene Wayne Haymond, 35. This in­ cludes charges in this county, West Jefferson and Wilkes County. . Authorities, at last esti­ mate, recovered well over $20,000 worth of stolen goods from the home. The largest chunk came from New River Outfitters in Scottville. "They had been cleaned out over a two-week period," the sheriff said. The store was closed for the season and locked, and the suspect allegedly made it appear undisturbed. Post photo by Jim Thompson This stainless steel horsebit tied the suspect into a recent West Jefferson break-in. Items from New River Out­ fitters filled a pickup truck and most of a SUV when they were brought to Jefferson. /Ymong the stolen goods recov­ ered: kayaks, refrigerator, two pizza ovens and a warmer, a box of spices used in cooking, nearly 100 tee shirts, a meat slicer and even the cash reg­ ister. In addition, there was a gas grill, weed eater and several rifles taken from a home on Boggs Road. The third breakin now considered solved was at a Boggs Road construction site, where $2,000 in materi­ als were stolen. These filled a large trailer, as seen in the photo above. One item taken from New River Outfitters was a Moni­ tor heater. And hanging on the back of that was a stain­ less steel horse bit. ' The editor of this news­ paper noticed the bit in look­ ing over the recovered items. When he returned to the Jeffersov Post's office, Det. Bill Craig of the West Jefferson Police Department stopped by to give him a Crimestoppers kkyu. This item -'cdticerned a burglar'/ that had U.ken place at Howell Feed on Uie night of Jan. 9. Some $8,000 in goods was stolen, including 11 sad­ dles—and some stainless steel horsebits. Recalling what he had seen half an hour earlier, the editor advised Craig to call Colvard and examine the bit. Craig subsequently reported the owner of Howell Feed had confirmed the bit came from his store. Haymond has a record of breaking and enterings and other charges dating back to 1994. He was last released from jail on a breaking and entering charge in 2005. First books in Imagination Library arrive by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Supporters of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library project in Ashe County will be glad to know the first books have arrived and families are enjoying "The Little Engine That Could." Chamber Executive Direc­ tor Beth Dixon coordinating this project notes that more than 300 children were regis­ tered for the first books, rep­ resenting every zip code area in the county. "This is a tribute to the supporters," Dixon said, "that we kicked off the project on July 30 and the first books have already arrived. That is a very quick turnaround for this program." One of the books went to Sara McFadyen, infant daughter of Ken and Melanie McFadyen of West Jefferson, who was signed up for the program before she was born. "We are such big readers, so it is important to us to in- Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Post photo by Linda Burchette Ken and Melanie McFadyen of West Jefferson read their daughter Sara "The Little Engine That Could," first in a series of books through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,057 U.S. service people killed (as of 1/24) 23,114 U.S. service people wounded (as of 1/24) still that in our child," said Melanie. "We can't wait for her to be old enough to run to the mailbox and get her own book." "Not every family appre­ ciates the opportunity to have books for their children or would take advantage of this program," said Ken, who hopes the program will inspire others to develop an appreciation for reading with their children and encourag­ ing reading. "It will be fun for Sara," he said, "to go to the mailbox and get her own big people mail." "Once a day we read a book to Sara," said Melanie. "She's become aware of it and looks for it. We're blessed with a love of books and this is an opportunity for families who aren't as book oriented." According to the web site for the Dolly Parton Imagi­ nation Library, Dolly started the Imagination Library to help children discover the joy of reading and have books of Deadline nears on voter registration West Jefferson voters will go to the poll on Tuesday, March 6 to cast their ballot for or against allowing an ABC store and liquor by the drink inside town limits. The town's board of aldermen voted unanimously in early November to call for a referendum on an ABC store and on-premises sales of mixed drinks. The aldermen also adopted a resolution to not allow absentee voting in this referendum, meaning votes can be cast only at the poll on March 6, at Ashe County Arts Center from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. If the their- own. She knows from personal experience what it is like to want to read and to want to have books to read. As a child, Dolly had one book, and since her parents couldn't read, she carried it around with her trying to find someone to read it to her. The Dolly Parton Imagina­ tion Library is open to every­ one and children ages birth through 5 can have up to 60 books by the time they enter kindergarten. The program can begin for children at any age between birth and 5 and they will start with age-ap­ propriate reading material. It's all free and provided through sponsorships. Individuals, ' business­ es, civic groups and clubs throughout the community can sponsor a child for $30 per year. That will provide one book each month for a child. According to the Dollywood See Library, page 5A aldermen wish to rescind this resolution in order to allow absentee voting in future municipal elections or referendums, they must do so at least 60 days prior. Eligible voters have until Friday, Feb. 9 at 5 p.m. to register to vote in this referendum. Eligible voters must be at least 18 years old and a legal resident within the city limits for 30 days prior to the refer­ endum in order to register. West Jefferson must be declared as a residency and not just as an address in order to be eligible to register. West Jefferson has approximately 1,034 registered voters. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY/ JANUARY 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS How to tackle your laundry monster by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post All of us have to do laundry, some only a couple of loads a week, while others have a doz­ en. It affects us all the same way; we put it off till it gets to be such a big job that we are paralyzed by the thought of it. You know exactly what I am talking about. This week we are in our master bedrooms and we are going to tackle our laundry monster. Do you have piles of dirty laundry in your bedroom floor that just keeps growing? Do you want to know why they continue to multiply? You have too many clothes, be­ cause you have compensated for not doing laundry by buy­ ing more clothes to cover this problem. Then you struggle for two day to finish it all, but it never really get put away, because your drawers are too full to put anything away. So then you live out of a clothes basket or the piles on top of the dresser or dumped on your Do not leave appliances run­ ning when no one is home. Also have a smoke alarm in the area of washer and dryer. Many home fires are started because of this. 7. After the washer has stopped. We need washers with buzzers, did you know that men must design these appliances or maybe born or­ ganized people. Grab some hangers and head for the dryer. Put the clothes in the dryer. Now when the buzzer goes off, you will already have the hangers at the dryer. Now here is the rule! You have to go to the dryer when you hear the first buzzer. No excuses. Hang up the good clothes first and put the rest in the basket and go to the room where they belong. I have a secret, I do not fold underwear. I just put it in the drawer. Then I mate the socks and fold everything else in the small basket. I have timed me and I can do this in 2 minutes. I'll wager you can too. I don't have to do a load every day, but I check my bas­ kets to see if I do, every single day. It is so much easier to do, when you just get a routine for it. This is why I have 3 re­ minders every day, to keep you on top of your laundry. It is so easy to forget. This reminder is one of our most beloved. I hope this will help you to FLY Through your Laundry struggles. For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her new book, Body Clutter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. LOUIES Discount taken at register. Discount applies to carpet only. Discount excludes in-stock carpet, all carpet pad and install services. Cannot be combined with any other offers or applied to prior purchases. Offer valid now through 2/3/07. See store for details. bed or in a chair. After a while you can't tell the dirty from the clean ones. So they all get tossed back into the dirty clothes pile. How in the world can I stop you from doing this to your­ self? Let me tell you how I quit doing this to myself. 1.1 cleaned out one drawer ,for myself and one fpy each family member. 2. Then I labeled the draw­ ers, so I would know where to put the clothes. 3. At one time, when I lived alone, I would have every thing I owned dirty, before I would go to the laundry and do them. (I did not have a washer or dryer)! I mean two huge garbage bags of dirty clothes. Did I tell you I had too many clothes? Then I would go to the laundry mat and spend half a day getting them done. At least they were done, but I would start the vicious cycle all over again. It was so drain­ ing. I could go several weeks without doing the laundry. 4. My remedy was to cut out some of the steps that would trip me up and keep me from taking the first step to doing the laundry. Sorting!! As I took off my dirty clothes, I would sort them into a dark basket and a light basket. Yes I actu­ ally have a dark colored and a light colored basket to remind me to sort. Robert does it too. In fact, I think he taught me this. He also taught me to take my socks off, right side out. Push them down over your heels and then pull the toes. Poof your socks are right side out. No more having to turn socks after they are washed. I love this part. 5. 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Lowe's and the gable design are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. 070192 001/70192/030 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Ashe native re-elected to as state Dem vicechair Elon, N.C. - State Demo­ crats chose Jerry Meek to lead their party two years ago despite the objections of powerful Democrats. Gov. Mike Easley, former U.S. Senator John Edwards, the council of state members, and the Democratic members of the state's congressional delegation didn't want Meek, a Fayetteville lawyer, named to the post but state Demo­ crats elected Meek anyway, saying that local grassroots Democrats should have con­ trol of the party. Coming off a successful midterm election, that made significant gains for Democrats across west­ ern N.C., Meek was unani­ mously re-elected during a meeting of the 700 member Democratic Executive Com­ mittee held at Elon Univer­ sity in Alamance County Saturday. Dannie Montgomery of Anson County was elected First Vice-Chair of the state party. Montgomery served as Chair of the Kissell for Con­ gress campaign and will suc­ ceed Beverly Earle who did not seek re-election. Delmas Parker of Forsyth County, formerly of Ashe County was re-elected Second Vice Chair of the State Party. The Democratic Party State Executive Commit­ tee is made of party leaders from all the state's 100 coun­ ties. Ashe County Demo­ cratic Party Chair, Melba Jones, and State Executive Post file photo L-R: Melba Jones, chair of the Ashe County Democratic Party; Jerry Meek, State Democratic Party chair and Rebecca Mann, member of the state Executive Committee from Ashe. Committee member, Rebec­ ca Mann, represented Ashe County at the meeting. Fifth District Chair, David Craw­ ford, and' Fifth District Sec­ retary, Miranda Burgin, rep­ resented the Fifth District at the gathering. State Insurance Com­ missioner Jim Long, in re­ marks before the group, extolled the work of Melba Jones and the local party for their great success in the '06 election. Other speak­ ers, including Fifth District Chair, David Crawford, and Western Task Force Chair, Hayes McNeil, pointed out the historic nature of the '06 election in Ashe County and credited Jones with turning the party around and reviv­ ing the Ashe County Demo­ cratic Party. The State Executive Com­ mittee passed resolutions condemning the 1898 Wilm­ ington race riots and sup­ porting the NAACP's rally and march in Raleigh on Feb­ ruary 10 in support of higher wages and health care for all of North Carolina citizens. The Ashe County Demo­ cratic Party meets each forth Tuesday evening of the month at Smoky Moun­ tain Barbeque at 7 p.m.'Ashe County Democratic Party Chair, M'elba Jones, invites all interested citizens to at­ tend these important meet­ ings. For more information call 336-846-9068 or email ashedems@yahoo.com. Clearing up the car seat confusion RALEIGH — The flawed results from a Consumer Re­ ports study released earlier this month have left parents across the country wonder­ ing what to believe when it comes to car seats. In the wake of this confusion, Safe Kids North Carolina (SKNC) urges parents to continue using their car seats and provides answers to their questions about protecting their children on the road. "Regardless of what you might have seen or heard recently, the safest place for infants and children while riding in the car is still in a car seat," Insurance Com­ missioner Jim Long said. Long serves as state chair of SKNC and is a leading child safety advocate. Safe Kids officials recom­ mend that parents continue to use their child seats with these three safety essentials in mind: 1. Children should be buckled into the correct seats for their ages and sizes; 2. Children should be placed in their seats correct­ ly, according to seat instruc­ tions; and 3. Car seats must be in­ stalled in the vehicle cor­ rectly. Because Consumer Re­ Jim Long ports' flawed report fo­ cused on infant car seats, SKNC offers the follow­ ing tips for buckling up infants: • Infants should face the rear of the vehicle, in either a rear-facing-only (infant) seat or convert­ ible seat, until they reach their first birthday and they weigh at least '20 pounds. . • Infants who weigh 20 pounds before they are 1 year old should ride rear facing in a con­ vertible seat- or infant seat approved for higher weights. Clerks stop selling to minors RALEIGH - The N.C. Dept. of Crime Control and Pubic Safety Secretary Bry­ an Beatty today announced the number of retail clerks selling tobacco to minors has dropped more than 60 per­ cent in the past decade. "This is 'great news com­ ing from a state where typically, more than 24,000 young people start smok­ ing each year," Beatty said. "Our youth need a clear, fresh start on life, and ciga­ rettes can often, lead to other drug use. State Alcohol Law Enforcement agents have done a great job in making ^ substantial dent in the sale of tobacco to minors." In 2006, the Division of Alcohol Law Enforcement cited only 18% of the retail stores checked for underage tobacco sales. That's down from 49% in 1997 when ALE was designated the lead agency for tobacco enforce­ ment. The declining rates can largely be attributed to ef­ forts of the NC Alcohol Law Enforcement Division and its partnership with the De­ partment of Health and Hu­ man Services and the Health and Wellness Trust Fund. For the past four years, the N.C. Health and Wellness Trust Fund has financed an education and enforcement program to reduce youth to­ bacco access. With this fund­ ing, ALE has conducted more than 32,000 tobacco compli­ ance checks on retail outlets throughout the state. Dur­ ing that time, the division has noted steady decreases in the number of tobacco sales to minors - from 22% in FY 2003, down to 18% for FY 2006. An independent check conducted last year by the Department of Health and Human Services found only 10 % of clerks sold tobacco to minors. The federal gov­ ernment requires all states and territories to maintain a retailer non-compliance rate of 20% or less. In addition, ALE agents train store clerks, manag­ ers and operators how to check for proper identifica­ tion. A statewide compliance campaign, started in 2005, instructs clerks to check for a red border around a driver's license as indica­ tion the bearer is under 18 years old. The program's ef­ forts - which remind clerks 'If you see red, the tobacco sale is dead' - are paying off. Agents say more clerks are now taking the time to check a young person's driver's li­ cense to be sure they are of legal age,,18 years or older, before allowing the purchase of cigarettes or other tobacco products. Under the "No Ifs Ands or BUTTS" program, ALE Library has big book sale The winter book sale now in progress inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson. The Friends of the Library are having a Buy One - Get One Free Sale for all books and there are hundreds to choose from. Shelves are restocked almost every day. You'll find free at 3 for a dollar. Stop by soon books in the foyer. Any size and stock up for the winter donation for these would days ahead. 100% of all sales be appreciated. Romance benefit your'library. Donations of books and paperbacks are bagged 15 or more for only one dollar magazines are welcome any­ a bag. A large collection of time. Call 336-846-2041 for horse magazines and Arizo­ na Highways are available. more info. awards certificates of com­ mendation to compliant re­ tail employees and assists in efforts to work together with the retail industry to keep tobacco products out of the hands of youth. "Overall, the majority of retail establishments do a good job training their clerks to check identification • If a rear-facing child restraint accommodates children heavier than 20 pounds, for optimum safety they should remain rear facing until they reach the maximum weight for the car safety seat, as long as the top of the head is below the top of the seat back. SKNC has 31 chapters and 12 coalitions statewide that conduct car seat check events throughout the year where parents can have their car seats installed and/ or checked for proper instal­ lation. In fact, the organiza­ tion is already planning such events to be held in the next few weeks to observe Child Passenger Safety Week, Feb. 11 - 17. SKNC also spon­ sors permanent checking stations across the state in conjunction with the Buckle Up North Carolina program. These stations provide regu­ lar hours for conducting car seat checks year round [see attached list for permanent checking station locations]. For more car seat safety seat tips and information, visit www.buckleupnc.org and to learn more about SKNC, visit www.ncsafekids. org or call 1-877-347-3737. to verify customers are 18years or older," said ALE Di­ rector Mike Robertson. "For those who do not check, the fine can be steep." Selling tobacco to an un­ derage person is a Class II misdemeanor, and can mean fines up to $1,000 or 30 days of community service work. "We are serious about en­ forcing the state's tobacco laws, and will continue to check retail establishments for underage tobacco sales," Robertson said. 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He admitted he was getting discouraged by years of trying to help this county face its suicide prob­ lem—and going to sparcely attended gatherings where half the audience ignored the proceedings. But that was not the case Tuesday evening. Through three hours of presentations, questions and discussions, those in attendance—rang­ ing from average citizens to county leaders and medi­ cal/counseling profession­ als—remained engaged. Moreover, the walls began tumbling down. One after another, some of the men attended openly dis­ cussed their battles with depression and other forms of mental illness. It was a freeing time for all who attended. The stupid stig­ mas about mental illness and depression were finally beginning to fade. Not that they are not still there. The meeting ended, and as Wednesday dawned, there was still much work to do. But there was light, ahead in the distance, and those who attended left energized and—for some— believing once again that we can make a difference and reduce the suicide rate in this county. The enemies of this effort have names: ignorance and fear. People suffering from undiagnosed (and even diagnosed) depression are out there, desperately want­ ing someone to listen to what they are experiencing, to not judge them, to not "advise" them, but simply to listen. It is the too-frequent ignorance and fear of the whole subject of mental ill­ ness that isolates those who want to talk from those who could hear. The matter is in each of our hands: we can walk away from our friends, family members or neigh­ bors because they have a treatable illness—or we can shut our mouths, open our ears and hearts and reach another human being. One message came through clearly Tuesday evening: depression can happen to anyone; tomorrow it could be you or me. Then who will listen? Just like a personal bat­ tle against depression, this county's suicide epidemic can be ended in victory. But it will take all of us, work­ ing together to help each other. Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. 'Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. War and peace To the Editor: "An inglorious peace is bet­ ter than a dishonorable war," wrote Mark Twain in 1906. The United States and the Soviet Union, despite their enormous firepower, were unable to defeat resistance movements in weak nations. Israeli military power oc­ cupying the West Bank and Gaza hasn't been able to stop the resistance of Palestin­ ians. Israel hasn't made itself more secure by its contin­ ued use of force. The United States, despite two wars, in Iraq and Afghanistan, isn't more secure. War results in the indiscriminate killing of large numbers of people. War is terrorism. That's why "war on terrorism" is a contradic­ tion. I am reminded these days of Germany, 1933, when the Reichstag passed the En­ abling Act to give the chan­ cellor. the power of summary arrest and imprisonment, a necessary tool for the defense of the homeland against trai­ tors, Jew-lovers, terrorists. Bush accuses Democrats of not having a plan for Iraq! The dictionary defines plan as "a detailed formulation of a program of action." And Bush's plan is? My answer to the "do you want us to win?" stupid question is a loud and clear no and there is no way to "win" anyway. Going to Iraq was a stupid and criminal thing to begin with. Staying "the course" in Iraq only makes it worse every day whilb more Ameri­ cans are killed and more re­ sources are wasted. Can we possibly lose in Iraq, if "we" don't win'? We simply go home and may­ be mind our business for a change. This would be diffi­ cult to learn as this country has never done so despite words to the contrary. Bush and his handlers would defi­ nitely lose and maybe Israel if we bring our boys back home but America is not Bush and America is definitely not the beloved Israel. If we go home no one would think that Iraq "won". What kind of victory would that be after we turned their country to rubble, killed their people by the hundreds of thousands and turned them against each other to a degree that a unified Iraq may not be possible ever again. These are the fruits of our victories so far. Staying the course brought nothing but death, ruin, misery and desperation to the people of Iraq. We can't win in Iraq by staying just like when you are sinking in quicksand, staying put is not a virtue. The failure to get serious about the history of the war in Vietnam is part of what permits idiocies like this war. The great myth and it's MAfta/WES g>loCX7 Letters to the Editor clearly the myth that Bush believes, is that the US lost the war in Vietnam because liberals, Hollywood actress­ es, hippies and CBS News subverted our will to^fight. That's not true. We lost the war in Vietnam because we were fighting for something we could not achieve as we are now. We were fighting to convince the Vietnamese to accept a variety of Western backed dictators, crooks, and cowboy colonels as their lead­ ers. We were opposed by an idealistic, disciplined, orga­ nized and relatively uncorrupt movement with a char­ ismatic leader. The disaster that Bush has created in Iraq is only one part of the serious dam­ age they have done to Amer­ ica and to the world. An an1 titerrorist database used by the Defense Department in an effort to prevent attacks against military installations included intelligence tips about antiwar planning meet­ ings held at churches. Gov­ ernments should be afraid of their people, not people afraid of their governments. It's not now and never was Iraq or Iran that posed a threat to me, my family or my nation. The people who are a threat are the same people who wanted to make an ob­ scene amount of money doing obscene things like keeping us from having safe, clean, war preventing renewable energy sources and people who make money financing wars. People who start wars are never the people who fight in them yet they are the ones we should really be angry at; not the vic­ tims of those wars who Amer­ ica has given just reasons in the hunt for revenge. "Experience keeps a dear School, but Fools will learn in no other, and scarce in that." Benjamin Franklin Craig Dudley Wind power To the Editor: I saw your editorial on Dr. Calhoun's proposed wind farm, and respectfully dis­ sent from the notion of deny­ ing a proposal before it even has a chance to go thru the full NC Utilities Commission and then Ashe County Com­ mission's demands for modi­ fication and improvement. I actually agree that it needs modification to pass environ­ mental and possibly other impacts. But the overwhelm­ ing necessity that our nation move forwards and quickly for two major reasons: 1. energy independence for obvious national security and impending global peak oil cri­ ses and, ipsofacto, economic disruptions, and 2. renewable energy, whose technologies are here, up, run­ ning and profitable for rea­ sons of global warming. There is no national issue that now has more credible scientific consensus than global cli­ mate change and the anthro­ pogenic disruptions of natu­ ral weather cycles, effects not only on coastal populations but our mountain climate, agriculture and vulnerable hardwood forests. Wind energy and solar photovoltaics are the fastest growing and available re­ newable energy technologies. Ashe County has good wind sites. Given the paramount urgency to green our energy economy, we cannot afford to ignore our natural and clean energy endowments. I envision both wind mills ap­ propriately sized and sited wind mill farms AND individ­ ual farmers and landowners. They can become wind devel­ opers themselves, or opt to have others install turbines on their land and, in turn, re­ ceive annual lease payments or share the revenues from a wind project. In my Green Valley and Creston commu­ nities, most of my neighbors are in favor of exploring wind energy for the economic and long-term benefits that might help them make land pay­ Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson; NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 byjefferson Times Inc. ' and may not be reproduced without permission. ments and keep family land "in the faipily." Obviously, much work is to be done in working out arrangements with Blue Ridge Electric Cor­ poration and other utilities, but we are at the beginning of a renewable energy society, and therefore must have pa­ tience in-working out many details, just as Rockefeller and Ford had to do in usher­ ing in the petroleum and au­ tomobile age. Fortunately, our green . transformation pos­ sesses many more decentral­ ized and democratic elements than the previous energy and transportation shift did. We, therefore, cannot argrue that permitting Dr. Calhoun's windmill farm is the threatening camel's nose under the tent for Ashe wind energy. This would be to fall prey to some partial imme­ diate interests in our county while ignoring "an inconve­ nient truth" for our collective long-term economic, health and environmental, well be­ ing. For all these reasons, I shall be testifying at this Thursday's NC Utilities Com­ mission hearing in favor of allowing a good, responsible model of much need com­ munity discussion and care­ ful permitting of this wind energy proposal before us. Dr. Dennis Scanlin, (Technol­ ogy Department, ASU) who received a major National Science Foundation grant to research wind energy poten­ tials in our region will be tes­ tifying with me. We are part of learning our way to a new, more sustainable society, and Ashe County should remem­ ber its pioneering past and play its important part. As Joe Romm, author of the book' Hell & High Water (2006), re­ marked yesterday on Nation­ al Public Radio, about both global warming and wind's potential, future generations will curse ours for not acting decisively on their behalf. Dr. Jeff Boyer Anthropology & Founder Goodnight Family Sustainable Development Program ASU .i I Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster. PAGE 4A FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2007 - • *17 r,Min>iin ' L I Slpw . N m' w* mm' "i : p. & 5# I 4 y. If" : REAR (LTOR) 1STLT KIM. S6TMAHAN. 5GT R1CHBURG. 1STSGT MASSEY. CAPT DOMINiJAiNNi.SGT POTTER. CPl MCCORMACK. SSGT HUERENA, ICPL PICKERING. LCPL DAV1ES. LCPL SORRELS. CPL PEREZ, MSGT GEORGE. MSGT BANUS FRONT (LTOR) PFCCASWELL HM2 EST1G0Y. CPL CASAS, SGTSPANGLER. LCPL PINA. CPL BOWMAN A Marine in Iraq says thanks to folks back home To the Editor: I want to take this time to once again thank each and ev­ ery one of you for making our Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays a time to Femember. The Christmas cards, letters, cookies, cakes and so many other items you have sent our way have just made a huge difference for the Marines. As we have just passed our halfway point before our return to the United States, I am very proud to say that I belong to a community as rich as ours with the kindness, the love and support that so many have taken their per­ sonal time to express to the men of Company B 2nd As­ sault Amphibian Battalion. It is people just like you that keep our morale and spirits sharp and ready each and ev­ ery time we go out on a mis­ sion. My men have lost three of their brothers since coming here this time, but have re­ bounded well to continue the fight in their memory. May those families know that we remember and we pray for them each and everyday. Thanks again and we hope to be home soon! Semper Fidplis, Mark A. Massey First Sergeant U. S. Marine Corps �FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Jefferson looks at repairing Indent almOSt town's wastewater system by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Like Lansing, Jefferson is planning to tackle needed re.p; fPairs in its wastewater jatment system in order , avoid potential problems nown the road. Water Resources Director Tim Church, who also serves the Town of Lansing, told the Jefferson Board of Aldermen Monday night that repair­ ing leaks and faulty lines to prevent inflow infiltration could lessen the amount to be treated by an average of 50,000 gallons a day. The town's system has ex­ perienced collection increas­ es of 9-25 percent during rainfall events last October and November. "Inflow/infiltration is nothing more than a thief that robs us of capacity, threatening future customer base and jeopardizing com­ pliance with NPDES limits as our plant normally reach­ es its design flow in future years," said Church in a re­ port to the board. "The cost of adding capacity to our wastewater treatment plant roughly amounted to $12.65 per gallon. Plant capacity is a valuable commodity that municipalities have learned to guard carefully." Church noted the $3.8 mil­ lion price tag for the plant's 2004 expansion, which gained the town 300,000 gal­ lons of additional capacity. Taking care of needed repairs now will help safeguard the plant's capacity, lengthening the time until the next need­ ed expansion. "Present conditions indi­ cate a more efficient strategy is to locate and rehabilitate points within the collection system that are allowing rain, groundwater and sur­ face waters to enter," Church said. "A collection system must be viewed as a valuable piece of capital equipment, much like a fleet of vehicles or a treatment plant that have predictable and routine schedules of maintenance and repair. Many towns have placed a lower priority on collection systems simply because they are out of sight and out of mind." That thinking can lead to problems, Church warned. Heavy penalties await mu­ nicipalities that put off deal­ ing with needs and repairs until limits are breached. What Church proposed to the board is a phased project of detecting and dealing with such problems as leaky man­ holes, missing grout, inverts to vacant lots, and broken lines that allow inflow infil­ tration in the town's waste­ water collection and treat­ ment system. He said one of the biggest problem areas is the Woodcroft subdivision. Fixing the lines in that area would solve a major por­ tion of the inflow infiltration situation, he said. His staff knows of problem areas, lines and manholes that need at­ tention, and these have been studied and mapped for pri­ ority repair. Attempts to begin this project have been made be­ fore, Church said, only to lose momentum due to other obligations. Now is the time, though, to make serious headway on finding the prob­ lems and fixing them. "With over 40 percent of capacity remaining avail­ able, we have a window of op­ portunity for collection sys­ tem rehabilitation to begin in earnest, without the pres­ sure of deadlines and mora­ toriums over our heads," he said. Putting off the repairs and losing capacity could put the town in a bind for waste­ water treatment capacity as the town continues to grow. Church praised the board for budgeting collection sys­ tem repair and encouraged the aldermen to allow that money to be budgeted for three to five years to complete the repairs. The town has al­ ready budgeted $25,000 for the work, and he has that money available to begin. He will also look into grants and the state revolving loan fund for possible revenue to offset town costs. Insurance settlement to save consumers money RALEIGH — Insurance risk and therefore suffer the Commissioner Jim Long highest increases, while new Thursday signed a settlement data show that areas such as agreement with homeowners the Triangle need increases insurance companies allow­ in part due to risks such as ing an overall small increase ice storms. But Department officials disagreed that com­ in rates beginning May 1. "North Carolinians don't panies needed the 31.9 per­ ever want to see their insur­ cent which they originally a ance rates rise, I know," Long discussed before filing said. "But in this case, there lower 21.9 percent. One stan­ was evidence to support an dardized rate filing is made overall small increase. What on behalf of all homeowners homeowners should be hap­ insurance companies by the py to hear, however, is that North Carolina Rate Bureau, this increase is significantly a private organization that lower than what companies represents all property and originally asked for. My staff casualty companies in the state. negotiated for weeks to find "I told the Rate Bureau in an acceptable compromise that both sides could agree no uncertain terms — if you on. We feel this is reasonable come to me asking for a 78 for companies and not overly percent increase along the burdensome for consumers coast, you better have some given the changing risks in darn good evidence to back that up," Long said. "And the homeowners market." The rising cost of homes 46 percent in the Triangle? and, in particular, the esca­ Surely not. It's only been two lating costs of repairing those years since we last changed homes have driven costs up rates, and the market hasn't across the board for property changed that much. Need­ and casualty companies, con­ less to say, I am relieved that tributing to this year's 5.4 we were able to come to an percent average statewide agreement that sets rates increase. Coastal proper­ at a much more reasonable ties continue to be at most level." Library continued from front page Foundation, "the key to devel­ oping strong literacy skills is to start at birth. Educators have emphasized the fact that reading with your pre­ school child is the single most important activity to prepare a child for school." Portions of the Imagina­ tion Library can be seen at Ashe County Public Library and Ashe Partnership for Children. Ashe County Cham­ ber of Commerce, Friends of the Library, and Ashe Part­ nership for Children have worked together and with others to bring the Imagina­ tion Library to Ashe County. The Dollywood Foundation manages the book and mail­ ing system, provides techni- cal assistance in setting up the program and assists with public relations and market­ ing materials as well as pro­ viding other assistance as well. To enroll a child in the program, to sponsor a child, to become a program spon­ sor, or for more information, call 846-9196 or 982-4588. Information and registra­ tion forms are available at the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce, Ashe County Pub­ lic Library, and Ashe Partner­ ship for Children. For more information about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, go online to www.imaginationlibrary.com. "Hopefully by spring, suf­ ficient planning will have been completed to allow us to select the best available re­ habilitation technologies for our specific needs and begin their implementation," he said. Location technologies inqlude smoke testing all the lines, area-velocity meters on mini-systems, closed circuit television camera inspection of main lines, and the simple but time consuming method of on-site inspection of man­ holes during rainstorms. Repair technologies include grouting and hydraulic ce­ ment, epoxy-resin sealing of manhole interiors, pressur­ ized grouting,collection bowls under lids in pavement, and heat fusion slip-lining of col­ lection mains. Some of these technologies will have to be borrowed or contracted. The first phase of the re­ habilitation project would involve: • mapping the entire sys­ tem, which has been provid­ ed with the help of McGill & Associates; • conducting a study of the town's 452 manholes and pri­ oritize by condition; • rehabilitating manholes within the town's capability; • dividing the collection system into mini-system drainage areas; • performing smoke test­ ing within the mini-systems in early spring; • notifying customers that have leaks and estab­ lish a repair policy (the cus­ tomer would be responsible for lines to their homes and businesses); • determining the impact of this phase of rehabilita­ tion. Second phase of the proj­ ect would involve: • using area-velocity me­ ters to monitor flow within the mini-systems; • determining areas where closed circuit television cam­ eras would be used; • selecting the appropriate technology and implement­ ing it where needed. "There are no guarantees in I/I removal projects," said Church. "Some towns have spent a few thousand dollars and removed large amounts of I/I from their systems. Conversely, other projects have consumed several thou­ sand dollars and produced only modest improvements. Careful preliminary plan­ ning and the development of a prudent strategy are criti­ cal in making these efforts as effective as possible. This is not an exact science, but I believe with these plans we should remove quite p. bit of inflow/infiltration over the next three to five years." leaves WJ dry by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor A mutual aid agreement be­ tween the towns is being con­ sidered by Jefferson aldermen following an incident over the weekend that drained much of the water in West Jefferson's storage tanks and could have resulted in a need to borrow water from Jefferson. West Jefferson Town Man­ ager Greg McGinnis said a 10-inch water line near Ashe County High School broke and the town's first notification came Sunday morning when Wendy's reported a drop in wa­ ter pressure. The line was located behind the fenced school campus and created difficulty for mainte­ nance workers to get to. Since then, said McGinnis, town po­ lice officers have been supplied with keys to the gate and will patrol that area to prevent fu­ ture problems. The loss of water pressure impacted the entire town sys­ tem, McGinnis said, and had it happened during the work week, it could have meant a loss of water to the high school and community college as well as businesses and residences in the area. As it was, Wendy's was the only report of a problem. Had West Jefferson needed water, an emergency intercon­ nect line between the towns could have been established until West Jefferson was able to refill its storage tanks. That wasn't necessary, said McGin­ nis, but it could have meant a need for Jefferson's water. The same could happen in Jefferson, said Alderman Mark Johnston. "What if Jefferson needed help from West Jeffer­ son?" he asked. Alderman Charles Caudill suggested a mutual aid agree­ ment between the towns is needed. Concern was expressed by Alderman Luther Anderson about an emergency situation when another entity might need to borrow water from Jef­ ferson, and the town has no way to meter that water or handle emergency overtime for main­ tenance personnel. Also needed is a plan to restore Jefferson's water storage tanks if they are drained. West Jefferson has three main water storage tanks, and two emergency tanks that could be brought online for firefighting, with a capacity of over one million gallons while Jefferson has three main tanks and a clearwell structure at the water plant (without pressure) for a total capacity of about one mil­ lion gallons. Jefferson's newest tank was recently constructed just above Mountain View Elementary Post photo by Linda Burchette Jefferson Water Services Director Tim Church inspects the depth gauge at the town's newest water storage tank, located behind Mountain View Elementary School. School and went into operation last week.This tank would serve the school, Family Central, AEV and the east end of town with a capacity of 183,000 gallons. Water demand has continued to grow in this area of town. Prior to this tank being in­ stalled, the east end of town has suffered interruptions in ser­ vice, said Water Services Direc­ tor Tim Church, due to repairs to the main line from the plant into town. This also limited the production at the water plant, which requires water pressure for its filter operation. Church informed the Jef­ ferson aldermen that a fire hy­ drant meter as part of an emer­ gency plan to share water would cost about $800. The aldermen voted to authorize purchase of a meter and to have Church and Town Manager Cathy Howell devise an emergency plan. McGinnis said he under­ stands that the two towns have worked well together in the past in such situations as sharing re­ sources, and he would be glad to meet with Howell and Church to discuss a mutual aid agree­ ment and take that information to the West Jefferson Board of Aldermen. SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM iiiir-jmraraigfT.ifinirainir.ifniF^iiiiiwirBin.if.ir.imn.ii.ii.iiniriiriirnii-.if-.iruPnmrnp; Theatre One Dream Girls [EPF' Theatre Two The Pursuit of A itess pgi3 GlBlEiG ^B»C35isisiEiG1C lElEICsiGltsj^^ BIG on auto insurance Movie schedule for Jan 26 Feb 2007 GlG1GlG]G| PUT NATIONWIDE ON YOUR SIDE FOR PRICE, SERVICE, AND CONVENIENCE Save Big! Call for a free no obligation quote. 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This consideration will include the development, construction and/or operation of wind power generation. This Public Hearing will be at the Ashe County Courthouse, Small Courtroom, 150 Government Circle, Jefferson NC - Monday, February 5, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. Public may be required to "sign in" for making comments. Women's Health Clinic Welcomes Cathy Clark, FNP-C Cathy Clark, certified Family Nurse Practioner is now collaborating with Daniel Strickland, MD to provide primary care services to resident of the High Country. Primary Care Service for Men and Women: •Well Exams with Emphasis on Prevention Evaluation and mangement of Acute and Chronic Illnesses •Weight Loss Smoking Cessation Men and Women Welcome Most Insurance Plans Accepted Call for Appointment 336-846-6500 405 South Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 (Across for Heritage Chevrolet) �"AGE BA JEFFERSON TOST rRIDAY, JANUARY 2b, 2UU7 SELI£U£)N Commission experiences lives of African women The daily life of a rural Af­ rican woman is heavy-laden, and the governing members of United Methodist Communi­ cations experienced that first­ hand. Members of the Commis­ sion on Communication spent hours doing what is known in rural Africa as"woman's work." They hauled water, broke wood and built fires, cooked meals for schoolchildren over an open flame and made drinks. They also unloaded tons of sta­ ples and delivered foodstuffs to homes in the countryside. The commission was in Zimbabwe Jan. 4-11 for its first board meeting outside the continental United States. The members observed the living conditions of people in the Mutare area, and saw the impact that the Zimbabwe Orphans Endeavor - a United Methodist-supported ministry - is having in helping children orphaned by AIDS. Some of the commissioners held a twoday communications training for pastors and lay people at United Methodist-related Af­ rica University. Commission member Gary Henderson, pastor of East Shore United Methodist Church in Euclid, Ohio, got a firsthand taste of the hardship many people experience. Zimbabwe is a country in economic turmoil, and Hen­ derson wanted to know how the people coped with hyper­ inflation "at rates that we as Americans would not even be­ gin to understand." As he moved through the Orphans Endeavor. ZOE x an advance special program of the North Carolina Annual Conference that seeks to em­ brace and assist children or phaned by the AIDS pandemic through providing school fees purchasing uniforms and feed­ ing them. The program is sup­ ported by partners from across the United Methodist connec­ tion. Every 14 seconds a child is orphaned in Africa because of AIDS, and 6,000children become orphans every (jay according to ZOE literature Africa has 12 million orphans and that number could reach 40 million by 2010. As the commission visited with orphans and people suf­ fering from AIDS, "I felt that I walked to the very brink of suf­ fering and despair," Henderson said. "But I also found it a holy time to be present with people who were living with that kind of suffering that would be hard to imagine in America." In 2003, "I sensed that Christ was calling me to of­ fer leadership in The United Methodist Church in caring for these suffering children," Jenks said in a testimonial. "I am convinced that this is the hour that the church needs to respond to the devastating suffering of the little ones in southern Africa. "As God has begun open­ ing doors, ZOE Ministry has responded by offering care to thousands of suffering or­ phans," he said. "Hungry chil­ dren are being fed, eager chil- countryside, he saw "a lot of need but also people who were willing to share in the midst of their own need," he said."... There is a sense that people are in the struggle together. They are doing what they can to be a community, to be a fam­ ily and work together." Henderson said he was car­ rying a message back to hi3 Ohio congregation and net­ work of friends and acquain­ tances that there is something for them to do. "We have to do more ... and challenge people to make a difference." Poverty and its effects have been identified by the church's African bishops as the most significant issue in daily life, but "poverty" is not a term the people use to describe their cir­ cumstances. "It does not define who they are nor define their communities," said the Rev. Larry Hollon, top executive at United Methodist Communi­ cations. Americans think of poverty in financial terms, but it is big­ ger than that, Henderson not­ ed. "Poverty is the absence of basic, essential kinds of things. In so many ways in our own country, we are missing some basic kinds of things." People have become anesthetized to violence and "how we really love each other," he said. "(We) have become a nation of the living dead. We have become numb." ZOE makes a difference Commission members visited two mission centers outside Mutare that are oper­ ated through the Zimbabwe dren are being educated, and kttle ones are finding hope in °ur Lord Jesus Christ." the ministry's infrastrucZimbabwe is under the Ure 'n -aT 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. There Is Something In A Name When we look at a name there is something important about it. Our names arc special to us and we would not want anyone to call us by a different name. 1he name that was given to us is special. When a man and woman chose to get married the woman takes the last name °f the man. The wife would not wear any other name than that of her husband because that name is special. It would not be right if she wanted to wear the name of some °ther man. The name of a church is important. Just like the wife of a husband should wear his name the church should wear the name of Christ. Christ is the bridegroom and the church is His bride. Christ is married to His church. Ephesians 5:25-27, "Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it; That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word. That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing, but that it should be holy without blemish." We see that through this verse that Christ is married to the church and it is His. Christ has the only authority to build and establish a church because He paid for it. Acts 20:28, "Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he had purchased with his own blood." The name of a church is important because Christ suffered and died so that the church could be his bride. The church must wear the name of Christ because it does not belong to them. The church is Christs' it belongs to Him. He paid for it with His own blood and will return for His church someday. Douglas Frazier Name: state: State: Zip: Phone: ( Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1460 Bald Mm. Rd., West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (1 mi. off Hwy 2211 Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship • 10:30 a.m. SUNDAY- Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Sunday School 10:00AM Worship I IMAM and 6:00PM MONDAY Community Cure 6:00PM Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2(42 P0 Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Beaver Creek Christian Church Services: Minister Creightdn Beatty Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry, Teen Tone) "A Church focused- on faith, family «& the future" Evening Sendee 6:30p.m. Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor: j.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Burnett St.. (Off Buck Mm. Road I Burnett St. • West Jefferson Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Friendly Grove Baptist Church SaturdayNiglit 7:06p.m. " ' Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Jefferson United Methodist Church 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Sunday School • 10:00A.M. Sunday School • 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Services -10:00 a.m. Sunday Monting Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Services -6:00 p.m. Stimlay Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. He invite you to join us for a God centered, Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 family worshipping experience. Christ Centered Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM Worship • 11:00 AM Sunday School .'S A.M. Worship - io:3o A.M. Leading the lost to Christ with Love Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community rt , • " , Releasing others to continue on 846-7481 " St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church /J, 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh 336-667-6092 Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Lives you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson (Episcopalian) St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 10:00 a.m. Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come as you are', you will be loved" Sunday School 10:00a.m. Worship A Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) Rev. J.F.Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 South St. (just off East Main), Jefferson, NC (336)246-9642 Family Time Fellowship - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Monting Worship -11:00AM Sunday Evening Worship - 6:00PM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Wednesday Bible Study • 7:00PM Phone - 982-3076 Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. 846-9378 Nursery provided for all services Welcome Home Baptist Church Warrensville United Methodist Church Pastor James T. Sechrest 192 Church Street Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM 336-846-2429 Wednesday Sendee 7:00 p.m. Sabbath Worship- 11:15AM Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Missions Building by Faith Promise Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:OOPM Visitors become family Sunday Night Sendees 6:30 p.m. 5:00rst English A 7:00PM Spanish Sunday School • 10:00AM 336-384-3391 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Bible School- 10:00 AM Office Phone: B6-9S2-94K • lev. Lonnie Jones • Pastor Sunday School ~ 10:00AM Worship - 11:00AM 194 and 88 West. Smethport, NC Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass - Everyone Welcome! Smethport Indcpendant Baptist Church Main A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Saturday Sendees: come worship with us. Sun,,uv Faaching J*"***6:,M) Wednesday Praver& Bible Study-7:00 F We have it nursery and children churches available Seventh-Day Adventist Church We would love to have you Come join us for a joyful worship experience. Mt. Paddyfs Mission is Clear Mount Jefferson ^resbyterian Church Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 9178 Old Hwy. 16-Grumpier. NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. •dnesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 891 Friendship Baptist Church Kd Jefferson, NC Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church 246-3820 of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan Casual & Contemporary Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. "Join us in worship to Christ" and He blessed them" Luke24:50 llfet/ Jefferson 846-3954 Non-Denominational 846-5615 Church Office or "And He led them as far as to Bethany... Buck Mountain Road Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Sntdy 10:00 a.m. •r Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Bethany United Methodist Church Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship Service • A-! 11:00. amaSt 6:0fhpbr- • £?i Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. (Prayer A Outreach) WEDNESDAY- family Night 7:00PM (All ages) Baidmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com ) Maj| Request to: WJ Church of Christi Sunday Morning Worship Service • 11 Mam P City:. Address:. —\ i Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening -7:00pm Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study ]Yes. I am interested in a correspondence course by mail Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Corner ojTaw-Roland & McNeil Sis • Jefferson (fiH Wesi - Left on McNeil, One BlockI K (West Jefferson Church of Christ) 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor George Norris through the Maya ive(j in Mission, and it is in an inner-city ministry bia. BACK TO THE BIBLE Assembly of God Church Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA leadership of the Zimbabwe United Methodist Church. ZOE is also branching out to assist AIDS orphans in Kenya Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available West Jefferson United Methodist Church Comer of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Comer of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. * Continental FrameShop * * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth * * Member of the "We Care Program' using Rto* Jefferson -Hut. Safety-Kleen Environmental Service * 246-6077 Mountain Aire 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-982-9621 Seafood & 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Id Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection 3* Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-'3060 DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP ^ 502 Jefferson Ave. ^ 336-246-8806 CfOffJ CHEVROLET Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 1I L {L Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling StTrackhoc Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 NC Inspections ATF Service Auto Express Compliments of VANNOY & SONS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Minor Repairs Tire Sales Kwik Lube, Inc. Owner/Manager • David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 577-2025 See us for all your automotive needs Mt. Jefferson Oil BLUERiOGE cloctrlc mamltershlp corp. Serving Ashe County tor over 20Years The Jewel Shoppc 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Your Full Service Oil Company Jefferson, NC Call 846-9241 Ronnie Hopkins fry Onr Mmntain CtoMirCtee and Otr Fred ami Bit* 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 (9 *'fsenwi I H&W Oil Company I 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE ASHE COUNH CHEESE VRE-SPl - VIETRI* ^ 336-246-3367 CHURCH'S TIRE SERVICE We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 "All Praise Rt To GotI Fur Our Success" "Gmplrif Ijnr of Building Supplied Old Hwy. 221-S. Heaver Creek • WcM Jefferson 13560 Hwy. 221-S Fleetwood Stea \ouse Weekly Specialties Fax: 336-846-7165 WinxBR (iossTitraiox ; Termite & Pest Control 246-4222 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. JEFFERSON POST EXTERMINATING Ashe County Builders Supply 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 P PPG Paints 3-M Products jf yUlS Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little § ^jjM\ 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 iviviv.ashemcmorial.org 739 US Hwy 221 Bus \rnnm ar T [rcniPta, i_ Westjeffers°n 246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM -5:30 PM Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 Q liusots Noiu Open for Sunday Lunch 336-246-5222 • Downtown WJ 108 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center JMM| "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates Hwy 221. West Jefferson m 'mcmouno PONT1AC BUICK Hwy 421-Boone, NC EMC C = ^ 7 CHEVROLET 828-264-9051 (2>otdsmooee www.meckbrowninc.com K-Jbc fJoocce. Kultcda, 9nc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com y/e gM j/(f Your Home s Cif . The Way You Want It HOMES www.ciassjchomes Intersection US 221 & NC I63 • 1620 NC I63-E West Jefferson, NC-336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY EVENTS Local musicians play at New River State Park Sunday School Lunch Menu Jan. 29 - Feb. 2 Monday: Taco with Shredded Cheese & Lettuce, Salsa, Retried Beans, Cinnamon Bun, Applesauce, Milk Tuesday: Chicken Noodle Soup with Crackers, Toasted Cheese or Peanut Butter Sandwich, Hashbrown Square, Fruit, Milk Wednesday: Pizza Sub with Cheese, Shredded Lettuce, Potato Chips, Veggie Sticks & Dip, Fruit, Milk Thursday: Friday: Friday January 26 7 p.m.: Bill Rice Ministries, Inc. presents "Becoming Better Stewards" financial seminar at Faith Fellowship Church 513 E. Main Street, Jefferson. Designed to assist couples and singles of all ages. Now is the time to being plan­ ning to improve your financial situation. Everyone is welcome to attend. For reservations call 877-4480. Seminar is from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Saturday January 27 9 a.m.: Bill Rice Ministries, Inc. presents "Becoming Better Stewards" financial seminar at Faith Fellowship Church 513 E. Main Street, Jefferson. Designed to assist couples and singles of all ages. Now is the time to being plan­ ning to improve your financial situation. Everyone is welcome to attend. For reservations call 877-4480. Seminar is from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. 1 p.m.: Avon Walk for Breast Cancer "Great Start Party" in Charlotte N.C. Help save lives!, Individuals and teams can register to walk or crew for the event, meet other par­ ticipants, and learn about the impact of past funds raised and much much more. It is an annual noncompetitive event which offers men and women a choice of walking a marathon (26.2 miles) or a marathon and a half (39.3 miles) over the October 20-21 weekend to raise money and awareness to fight breast cancer. For more info call 800-510-WALK or visit www.avonwalk.org 7:30 Harmonia Baroque Ashe Arts Center Chamber ensem­ ble from Appalachian State University. $8 adults, $5 stu­ dents Sunday, January 28 11 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church announces that "Faith Trio" will be singing at the 11 a.m. service. Pastor Rev. Clayborn Roten and the congregation invites you to attend. 11 a.m.: FaithBridge spon­ sors January sermon series entitled "Let My People Think: Common Objections to Christianity": "Is Christianity 'Right' and All Other Religions 'Wrong'?" FaithBridge is a new United Methodist church in Blowing Rock. We currently worship at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (former home of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Our worship servic­ es are at 11 a.m. on Sundays. Dress is casual and child care is provided. Questions? Call 295-8333 or visit www.faithbridgeumc.org 2 p.m.: Celebrate Southern Appalachian Music with local musicians as they play tradi­ tional, old-time and Bluegrass at the community building of New River State Park. That's at the New River State Park (221 Access) from 2 to 4 p.m. All musicians (and music-lov­ ers) are encouraged to attend this free event! 4 p.m.: The Ola Belle Reed Festival Committee will meet at the home of Carl and Nita Jordan (the apartment above Lansing Food/CJ's). For more information call 384-5716. 5 p.m.: The Latinos Unidos Comminity Potluck Dinner and Roundtable Conversation has been rescheduled for this Sunday, at Family Central, weather per­ mitting. For more information, please call the Latino Center at 982-3954 El Convivio y Conversation de Latinos Unidos sera este Domingo, el 28 de Enero en Family Central a las 5:00 de la tarde, si el clima permite. Para mas information llame al Centro Latino al 982-3954 Bluegrass. All musicians are welcome, so bring your instru­ ment and join in, or bring a chair and enjoy the entertain­ ment. Participants will meet at the Community Building from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All programs are free and open to the public. 7 p.m.: Session V of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes continues through January 16th at Ashe Memorial Hospital. 2007 series begins February 6th. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Monday, February 5 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, Curly Perzel of Glendale Springs will present a program on "Dayhiking in the Canadian Rockies". This slide show will cover exciting one-day hikes in the Jasper and Banff areas. Business meeting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 982-9538 6:30 p.m.:The Pond Mountain Volunteer Fire & Rescue 7 p.m.: Disabled American Department will hold a spe­ cial public information meeting Veterans will have their Bingo game at Family at 6038 Joines Road, Creston Central. Thank you, Buddy N.C. (The Department) The Greer, (Commander) 336-982- purpose of the meeting is to seek comments from the pub­ 3743 lic and discuss the purchase of a 2008 Pumper/Tanker Fire Apparatus. Monday, 7 p.m.: Rock Creek Baptist 7 p.m.: The National Alliance January 29 Church will have their reg­ on Mental Illness of the 9 a.m.: Wilkes Community ular First Saturday Night High Country will meet in College's Continuing singing, weather permitting. the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, Education Department will be The Friends of Grace and the offering the 6 hour mandated Gaining Ground-will be per­ 132 Poplar Grove Connector, "DMV Independent Dealer's forming. Everyone is welcome Boone. The February program will be on Regional Planning to attend. License Renewal" course. The for Crisis Services for our course will be offered from 9 Communities. Gail Hawkinson a.m. until 4 p.m. on the Wilkes will present the program campus of Wilkes Community , 11 a.m.: "The Jesus entitled, "Development of a College. Pre-registration is Regional Community Plan for required. For more informa­ Experiment" at FaithBridge Enhancing Crisis Services Ever wonder, "So what's the tion or to pre-register, contact big deal about Jesus?" Many in the New River Behavioral Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838people are interested in Jesus, HealthCare Area". 6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) River Behavioral respect him, even worship him, New 838-6210. but don't really understand why HealthCare has no psychiatric 6:30 p.m.: Ashe County his life, death, and resurrection beds in the five county catch­ Little Theatre will hold audi­ are so important. FaithBridge ment area and people who tions for their spring per­ United Methodist Church's next need inpatient care must often formance of Laddy Sartin's sermon series will address this travel to the State Hospital in Catfish Moon at the Ashe question and will encourage Morganton or to other cities Civic Center. Directed by Jeff us to not only THINK about such as Asheville, Hickory, Dreyer, this Southern comedy Christian discipleship but TRY Winston-Salem or even further will run from March 29 through IT OUT, through what we will if they are fortunate enough to April 1. call "The Jesus Experiment". find an admission. Beginning February 4th and Consumer advocacy groups Catfish Moon is a comedy drama set on the old fishing concluding Easter Sunday, as well as local hospital staff, law enforcement officers and April 8th, our pastor's sermons pier at Cypress Lake. Three other community agencies are old friends, Curley, Gordon and will walk through the Gospel of Mark week by week, focusing meeting with the New River Frog reunite to relive their past Behavioral HealthCare .crisis and to reconnect as friends. on Jesus and his challenge: planners to develop a plan for Betty is the woman who played "Follow Me." In each sermon in this series, we will receive making community response a pivotal role in their past to omental health, substance the "Experiment for the Week" and who could influence their which will allow us to put into abuse and developmental dis-, future. practice our discipleship (fol­ abilities faster and clinical­ Three men's and one woman's ly appropriate. The public is lowing Jesus). The community parts are available. Scripts will is invited to join us in participat­ invited to attend the February be provided at audition; those ing in "The Jesus Experiment". meeting. auditioning will not need a pre­ FaithBridge United Methodist pared scene, but will read from Church worships at the Blowing the script. For more information Rock School Auditorium (the please call the Ashe County former Blowing Rock Stage 6:30 p.m.: The Riverview Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS. Company location) on Sunset Community Center will 6:30 p.m.: The next meeting Drive in Blowing Rock. Dress once again host the annual of the Greater Lansing Area is casual and free quality child Valentine Dinner/Dance. The Development Committee care is provided. To find out center is located at 11719 NC Hwy 88 West, Creston. A roast will be held at the Lansing more about us, visit our web­ beef dinner will be served and site at www.faithbridgeumc.org Volunteer Fire Department. there will be a variety of enter­ or call (828) 295-8333. Tuesday, tainment for your dancing and listening pleasure. Tickets are January 30 Friday, February 1 Saturday, February 3 Sunday, February 4 on sale for $15 each. Call the Center at385-9812 or Margaret Allen at 385-4342 7:30 p.m.: Humorist Kelly Swanson makes a return visit to Ashe County bring­ ing her own brand of down home humor with a wacky cast of southern characters. Ms. Swanson's one woman show, "It's All Fun and Games 'Til the Hair Gets Messed Up" will have the audience bounc­ ing between tears and laugh­ ter. Sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council, the per­ formance will be at the Ashe Arts Center. Tickets are avail­ able in advance at the Arts Center or with a credit card by phone. Ticket price is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Seating is on a first come, firstserved basis. For reservations or for more information, call 336.846-ARTS. Monday February 12 Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. . Ongoing Events The Ashe County Garden Club meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. If you have an interest in gardening and you would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for continued on page 9A kEGAL CINEMAS REGAL 7 210 New Market St Center 828-262-3800 8QO-FANOANGO 2544 SMOKIN ACES (R) - ID REQ'D OtG Fri. (410)710 1010 EPIC MOVIE (PG-13) DIG 6 p.m.. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month. The February meeting will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The program will include a dis­ cussion of the use of coni­ fers in the home garden by Delia Riley, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Fri. THE QUEEN (PG-13) DIG (430) 730 1005 (400) 700 940 Fn THE HITCHER (R) • ID REQ'D OIGFrt. (440) 735 1015 STOMP THE YARD (PG-13) OlG (420) 720 1000 Fri Fri. (345) 650 950 NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM (PG) DIG Fn. (355) 655 945 DREAMGIRLS (PG-13) DIG. Times For 1/26-1/28 ©2007 www REGmovies com ^0unt Jefferson Motoj V. (ZPo you need a new car? (.^Want a dealer you can trust? fc?] Looking for a clean, dependable used car? [•JWant a low payment and APR? (^Credit no so good? visit us on the web or give us a call. You'll be glad you did! www.mtjeffersonmotors.com 336-846-1778 • Jefferson, NC 28640 Jimmy Wiles, Tony Goodman, Ronald Halsey WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER ORTIMBERLAND Saturday, February 10 5:30 p.m.: FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) night at Ashe County High School in the upstairs computer lab. Please come in the front entrance of the school. College represen­ tatives will be there to assist in completing the FAFSA form on-line. Bring a copy of your tax forms and your child's tax forms, if they file. Please call Tara Miller by January 25 at (336) 246-2400 if you plan on attending. . Wednesday, January 31 MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 FREE! UNLIMITED PICTURE MESSAGES! MOTOROLA V323 CAMERA PHONE 11 a.m.: ACT Against Cancer Annual Planning Meeting at Ashe Family Central in the large Conference Room. Call 846-0781 2 p.m.: New River State Park 221 Access. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music with local musicians as they play traditional, Old Time and Voice dialing Integrated speakerphone Speed dial M3 hearing aid compatible PUBLIC NOTICE The Ashe County Board of Commissioners will begin holding workshops prior to the regularly scheduled business meetings on the first and third Monday of each month. The workshops.will be held in the second floor conference room and will While supplies last! Limited time only! begin at 2:30 P.M. Regularly scheduled meetings are held at 3:30 P.M. in the Commissioners' Meeting Room on the third floor of the Ashe County Courthouse. All meetings are open to the public and citizens are invited to attend. - Retail Locations 1-26-07 1447 Mt. Jefferson Rd West Jefferson Skyline Telephone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N West Jefferson A N N J . CLARK CLERK TO THE BOARD Agents T&D Satellite Magic Video Tony Lyall West lefferson West Jefferson 424 E. Main St. 948 Hwy 221 Business 336-2465605 336-846-3601 Carolina West ^-Wireless * 1st 30 days free, $19 a month after that. "Requires $40 mail-in rebate and 2 year contract on qualified rate plan. While supplies last. Certain restrictions apply. See store for details. 800-235-5007 www.carolinawest.com �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAINMENT Chamber Ensemble this Art workshops held in Saturday at Arts Center February and March The chamber ensemble, Harmonia Baroque, will present an evening of clas­ sical music at the Ashe Arts Center on Saturday, Janu­ ary 27 at 7:30. The ensemble includes Michael Bell, Alicia Chapmen, Barbara Krumdiek and Nancy SchneelochBingham. Pricilla Porterfield will join the ensemble for two vocal selections. Baroque refers to the characteristics of the style of artistic expression occur­ ring in the late 17th and 18th century. It was a time of ex­ travagant ornamentation and complex forms conveying a sense of drama, movement and tension in music, the arts and literature. Baroque mu­ sic was popular in Europe be­ tween 1600 and 1750. In the early twentieth century, this style of music became popu­ lar again and today Baroque music of Bach, Handel, Scar­ latti, and Vivaldi is played and enjoyed by musicians and audiences alike. In the spirit of this elegant period music, Harmonia Baroque of­ fers a unique experience for audience members. Alicia Chapman is the founding member of Harmo­ nia Baroque. She joined the Appalachian applied music faculty as instructor of oboe in January 2001. She is prin­ ciple oboist with the Harrisburg, PA and Asheville sym­ phonies and plays English horn with the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra. Chap­ man earned both Bachelor and Master of Music Degree from the Mannes College of Music and is a candidate for the Doctor 6f Music Arts de­ gree from the City University of New York. Nancy Schneeloch-Bingham teaches flute and directs the flute ensemble at the ASU School of Music. She recently received the Doctor of Music degree from Florida State University. She has performed with the Western Piedmont Symphony, Salis­ The SMART Gallery in West Jefferson will conduct a series of workshops in February and March. They will include classes in stained glass, mosaic glass (for kids), portrait painting in oils, and calligraphy. Please call Con­ nie at the gallery for dates and times: 336-246-7399 or visit their website at: www.smartgallerync.com 31st annual farm show at State Fairground bury Symphony and North Carolina Symphony.' Barbara Blaker Krumdieck grew up in the San Fran­ cisco Bay Area where she studied cello with Katherine Scott, Mildred Rosher, and Thomas Stauffer. She studied baroque cello with Phoebe Carrai at the Conservatory of Music in Hilversum, The Netherlands. Barbara per­ formed, toured and recorded with Concerto Koln and has performed at The Palace of Versailles, The Paris Opera House and throughout north­ ern Europe. She currently lives in Davidson, North Car­ olina and performs and re­ cords with the San Francisco based Ensemble yermillian. Priscilla Porterfield is a member of the voice faculty at Appalachian State Univer­ sity and the director of the Appalachian Treble Choir. Dr. Porterfield was a national fi­ nalist in the Music Teacher's National Association Colle­ giate Artists Awards and has twice been a winner in the District Metropolitan Opera Auditions. She has sung with the Toledo Opera, the Michi­ gan Opera Theatre and the Ohio Light Opera. Equally as versatile within the con­ cert repertoire, she sings regularly with chamber mu­ sic groups such as Harmonia Baroque. Michael Bell is an Oberlin College graduate and is active here in Ashe County in the Choral Society and as choir director at the Jefferson United Methodist Church. Bell is a multi-talented musi­ cian who will be performing on the harpsichord with Har­ monia Baroque. The repertoire will include selections by com­ posers C.P.E. Bach, Nicola Matteis, Henry Purcell and Thomas Vincent. The play­ ers take great pleasure in the challenge and rewards of per­ forming Baroque music on the instruments for which it was written, as it integrates technical mastery with ex­ pressive lyricism. The'Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to have Harmonia Baroque perform­ ing in the intimate atmo­ sphere of the Gallery in the Ashe Arts Center for a true chamber music experience. Admission is $8 adults for adults and $5 for students. Tickets are available in ad­ vance or at the door. The concert is funded, in part, by a Touring/Presenting Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency aftd is sponsored by the Ashe Coun­ ty Arts Council. Call 336-846ARTS for more information. Don't let gadgets take over the home (MS) - This is a gadgetcrazed society where many households , are filled with more MP3 players, PDAs, hand-held video games, and mobile phones than people. With these electronics come a barrage of accessories and of course, power cords, which can quickly turn an orga­ nized space into one'overrun with clutter. This season, a good homeimprovement project to un­ dertake is one in which you gain control over the home electronics that just may be taking over your household. From recharging centers to concealment tips, here are some ways to get organized. 1. Catalog your inventory: A little organizational work up front could do wonders for helping you to avoid aggrava­ tion later on. A simple label­ ing gun or tags printed off of your home computer can help keep tabs on your gadgets. Come up with a cataloging system for your stuff. Label each gadget, power cord, re­ charging dock, remote con­ trol, etc., with a coordinating name, color or other code. For example, "Jim's MP3." Do not think that you'll be able to match up the charger to the device later on - those plugs all start looking deceptively similar as your collection grows. Having them clearly labeled will definitely elimi­ nate confusion. 2. Create a central charg­ ing station: The majority of the devices in your life likely run on rechargeable batteries.Unless you desire a kitch­ en counter overflowing with gadgets, it is wise to find an out-of-the way place where you can handle charging up. A garage, workshop or base­ ment area can be a good place to set up a central charging station. A countertop, deck or RALEIGH, NC - Farm­ ers and agribusiness profes­ sionals from throughout the Carolinas and Virginia are gearing up for their yearly pilgrimage to N.C. State Fair­ grounds and the Southern Farm Show. Over 500 manu­ facturers will be represented at the Jan. 31 - Feb. 2 event, making it the largest annual display of agricultural equip­ ment, supplies and services in the region. Southern Shows, Inc. President David Zimmerman attributes much of the show's continued success to only al­ lowing agricultural compa­ nies to participate. This lets the attending farmers con­ centrate why they are there - to see the latest equipment and learn from industry ex­ perts. "In fact," says Zimmer­ man, "unless you're a farmer, or in a related industry such as landscaping, there's not much for you to see." However, if you are a farm­ er, there's a fairgrounds full to see, including: Tractors from AGCO, Massey Ferguson, Case IH, Kioti, New Holland, Caterpil­ lar, John Deere, Kubota, Mahindra, Cub Cadet, Farmtrac, Branson, Buhler, McCormick and Montana. Displays by major chemi­ cal and seed companies. Demonstrations of sawmill and forest handling equip­ ment Chevrolet, as the Official Truck of the show, will let show guests test-drive their latest vehicles. Presentation and demon­ stration on the alternative Biodiesel fuel source. The show also includes a variety of special events, in­ cluding: • The Agribusiness Break­ fast: Wednesday, Jan. 31 at' 7:30 a.m. in the James Hunt Horse Arena. Featur­ ing guest speaker Dr. Alex Hobbs, associate director for Renewable Technologies at NC State University. Cost: $10 includes breakfast and speaker. • The Future Farmers of America Tractor & Truck Driving Competition: Thurs­ day, Feb. 1 at 10:00 a.m. in the James Hunt Horse Arena. Watch as -FFA students from throughout the region com­ pete to become the best-ofthe best in tractor and truck driving. • The Tobacco Growers As­ sociation of North Carolina Annual Meeting: Friday, Feb. 2 at 10 a.m. in the Holshouser Building. Learn about the latest information from the field and Washington at the most important tobacco meet­ ing of the year. • The 24th annual South­ ern National Draft Horse Pull: Friday, Feb. 2 at 6:00 p.m. in the James Hunt Horse Complex. Experience true athleticism as horses pull several thousand pounds of weight. Want to Go? The Southern Farm Show Dates: Jan. 31 - Feb. 2, 2007 Hours: 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. daily Admission and parking: free Location: North Carolina State Fairgrounds, Raleigh, N.C. For information: Call Southern Shows, Inc., at 800-849-0248, or visit www. SouthernFarmShow.com. Mountain Music : Artist of the Week Joshua Bare is this week's artist of the week. Josh is a senior at Ashe County High School and is enrolled in the Mountain Music Class with instructor, Steve Lewis. Being an accomplished rock guitar­ ist has not limited his range of musical tastes. He is comfort­ able playing his favorite rock riffs but has no problem with forays into traditional moun­ tain music or the occasional classical line. Josh is willing to share his knowledge with fellow students. He performs with the band 13Autumns and is a member of the Beta Club. Josh resides in Jefferson and has 'plans to attend Western Carolina University next fall. SWITCH TO MEDIACOM AND ESCAPE THE WINTER BLUES! MpmHm&Ktf . :s\vmmm Watch what you want, when you want, with up to!35 vtd <tmm* induing Starz & Encore; plus Starz On Demand Mediacom Online Internet A blazing fast connection...now with download speeds ($1 shelf can be equipped with a multi-outlet power strip des­ ignated specifically for gadget charging. Encourage family members to keep the charg­ ing docks and power cords in the same spot to contain the clutter and make it easy to locate plugs when needed. 3. Reign in remotes: From ceiling fans to plasma televi­ sions,- many of today's elec­ tronics come with remote controls. Just like power cords, it can be difficult to re­ member which remote pow­ ers which device, so labeling is key. Also, enlist the help of remote caddies or create your own cubbies or storage sys­ tems for housing remotes in particular rooms. While uni­ versal remote controls can help reduce the number of remotes you'll need, not all of them will work for the dozens of functions the actual device remote control will; If the idea of a multitude of remotes se­ riously irks you, you can hire a home-electronics specialist to come in and master wire your home to a programming center that will run many of the devices from one control panel. 4. Go wireless: If cords have taken over, consider up­ grading home computers and other electronics to wireless systems. From wireless rout­ ers to wireless keyboards and mice to a plethora of other technology, you can consider­ ably cut down on the amount of cords you'll need. Where wireless is not possible, think about running cords inside of walls or under carpeting to create a clean look. Thin speaker wires from surroundsound systems can be easily concealed under carpeting by cutting a thin groove into the foam padding to house the wire. If you don't like the idea of doing the work your­ self, there are professionals who specialize in setting up home-theater systems. Standard installation only $9.95' CALL 1.866.966.2225 Mediacoml www.mediacomcable.com •Offer expires 2/28/07 and is mailable only to qualified new residential accounts. Customer musl subscribe to Family Cable with Digital One Star Pak and Mediacom Online' high­ speed Internet service to receive this offer. 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(The $9.95 standard installation fee applies to video service and a Sett Activation Kit for Mediacom Internet services. If customer prefers a standard Internet service installation, it is available for a discounted charge of $29.95. Standard installations utilize existing wiring and do not include special wiring work, installation or repair of outlets or any other special installation procedures for which additional charges apply. MW4508-E-11 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY EVENTS Book lover's sale sponsored by Friends of the Library continued from page 7A further information. Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Sign up is under way for the 21st Annual Ashe County Checkers Classic. The tournament is played at the Deluxe Barber Shop in West Jefferson during February and is sponsored by Miller Insurance and Deluxe Barber Shop. All serious checkers players come by or call 846-5471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteer Fire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March, prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity forthisage group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6186 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of. the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. ' Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 846-2041, or visit www.arlibrary.org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, small furniture, and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 (through the red light in Jefferson), offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Appointments for other hours are available. Call us at 846-4100. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. We receive no government funding. Donations are welcome. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Come enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-13/7. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina.at 336-982-4416. Riverview Learning Center is offering computer classes and more. To register or for details, call 385-1338. Riverview Community Thrift Store will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday night Pickin' and Jammin' will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 10 p.m. Riverview Community Center is located in Creston. West Jefferson Community Partnership meets the fourth Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at West Jefferson Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in the revitalization of our community is invited. Greater Fleetwood Preservation Organization announces its regularly scheduled meetings, occurring on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center® Fleetwood Library, entrance on Railroad Grade Road just off Hwy 221. Area residents are invited to come be a part of the future of Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care about their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. 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Ring Wesley Tyler Roten Dee Ann Seatz Makayla B. Spencer Zachary L. Thompson Meghan Rose Vannoy Sierra E. Wilson Michaelyn Bard Cody Andrew Bare Courtney L. Bowers Holly Melissa Boyd Stephanie Burw.ell Denise Karin Calhoun Ashley E. Carter Sarah Clampett John Cline Edwards Ricky Jake Eller Zachary G. Emerson Nathan Caleb Felkel Rachel L. Ferguson Lizzie Hanes Sara K. Hartsog Ashley Honeycutt Jessica Little Taylor Nicole Lyall Stephanie McVey Taylor J. Powers Seth Aaron Roten Joshua Ryan Sturgill Katie Lum Thore Jennifer M. Weaver Allison Diane Widner C. M. Winebarger Daniel Zeller Ashe County Middle School Seventh Grade <A/B' Honor Roll Glenn Thomas Bailey Emily Ann Ballou Jessica Blaine Bard Joshua Allen' Bare Kayla Marie Barker Luke N. Barker Laura E. Barton Lakota Blevins C. Nichole Brooks Kendra Calhoun Soto Diego S. Chico William R. Church Christopher Cole Cody Allan Cook Tiffany M. Cozart Mathew Tanner Day Thomas P. Dintino Craig Dollar Caroline J. Edwards Dakota A. Elliott Andrew Ray Farmer Samuel Lee Gammons Whitney N. Goodman Sarah Louise Greene Jordan Brooke Greer Taylor Nichole Greer Chelsey Leann Hamm Orin Thomas Harless Emily Olivia Hartzog Jessica Lynn Hebson Heather Marie Hicks Chad N. Hopkins Skylar Jannetta Andrea E. Johnson Benjamin Lee Johnson Amethyst Joy Jones Randi Raynelle Jones Austin Dean Katz Kebrina Shae Keys Belen Maria Ledezma Kendrick R. Leeper Laura Kaylan Lewis Andrew Graham Lopp Chance Austin Lucas Chelsea N. Mahala Mark A. Marquette Ashleigh McNeill Joshua Asher Meghoo Angela Grace Miller Brittany Neaves Justin Luke Neaves Sierra Brooke Neaves Ashley D. Osborne Joshua M. Pennington Autumn Brooke Poe Nathaniel D. Price . Victoria Privett ' Kayla Chantal Reagan Zebulon K. Richardson Lynde Joy Ring , Honor Ocean Ronstad Holly Ann Roten Matthew Carl Sexton Shawn M. Shumate Charles Ryne Simmons Sarah E. Spanbauer Kelsey Noel Spears Amanda Tugman Andrew Steven Vogl Amanda Ariel Weaver Karanda Dawn Weaver Patrick Williams Savannah S. Woodie Ashe County Middle Gardner Webb University School 8th Grade names local students to 'A/B' Honor Roll Dean's List Charles A. Ambrose Alexander Bach Callie Barker Joshua M. Barker Kendra Leah Bledsoe Misty Lynn Bledsoe Zachary D. Blevins Chelsea L. Bracewell Deva Ashley Brooks Kendall N. Calhoun Dylan Jones Carter Kristen Clarke Martha Mallary Clay Amber Nicole Cleary Brin L Covington Jaclyn Cox Molly Mae Dawes Allison Belle Day Beverly Dawn Day Justin Eric Farmer Dylan M. Freeman Michael Jimmy Funes Samuel Gonzalez Alexandria H. Greene Alexis Faith Greene Kaitlyn Hahn Garrett Lee Hall Emma Marie Ham Jessica Nicole Ham Rikki Michelle Ham Christopher Hamby Ella Renee Hartzog Nolan Wayde Hayworth Victoria Kay Henson Alison G. Hershner Autumn Snow Huffman Kendra Leigh Hurley Heather Johnson Makayla N. Johnson Cassandra Lynn Jones Yecenia Ledezma Caleb Kenneth Lyalls Megan E. Malafronti Cathrine S. Malcolm John S. Maloney III Austin Morley Mast Lacey Marie Maxwell Brandi Nicole McCoy Mariah McCoy Mariah Dawn McVey Thomas Miles Ala Halia Miller Caitlin Miller Charels B Miller Ellizabeth Miller Misty Dawn Miller Jesse William Morton Derry Caleb Nixon William M Orr Alicia N. Osborne Chelsea N. Osborne Steven F Osborne Johnathan J. Parker Savannah Patrick Tyler Logan Patrick Phillip Bryson Payne Kandice B. Phillips Neil Thomas Phipps Jacob R. Pollard Brittany Sue Poole Melanie N. Potter Justina R. Ramirez Megan Denise Reedy Joshua A. Richardson Mariah O. Richardson Zachary J. Richardson Katie Joann Roland Breanna Kensie Roten Kimberly Jean Seatz Robert Dayton Seatz Levi K. Shepherd Amber Renee Shumate John Wesley Sloan Angel E. Sluder Matthew Sean Spencer Christopher C. Taylor Sonny David Thomas Taylor T. Trivett Alexander Vogl W. Courtney Walls Zachary D. Walter Lura Kelsey Walton Collin McKey Weaver Joseph Earl Weaver Michelle White Derrick M. Willhaus Zane Butler Worley Boling Springs, N.C. (Grassroots Newswire) Janu­ ary 22, 2007 - Gardner Webb University names the fol­ lowing local students to the Dean's List during the fall semester. • Karen Parsons of Lan­ sing, whose major is Business Administration. • Penny L. Farmer of West Jefferson, whose major is Business Administration. The Dean's List honors outstanding college students whose GPA of 3.7 or above re­ veals their outstanding aca­ demic performance through­ out the semester. The National Dean's List was established in 1978 as a way to recognize excel­ lent academic achievement in college students. The over 200,000 students on the na­ tion-wide Dean's List repre­ sent over 2,500 colleges and universities this year. Located in Boiling Springs, N.C., Gardner-Webb is home to nearly 4,000 students from 34 states and 33 foreign coun­ tries. Founded in 1905, Gard­ ner-Webb provides exception­ al educational opportunities within a Christian environ­ ment. §§««§ r .1 t - « i 2005 Jeep Wrangler 2006 Honda Ridgeline RTS V6,4x4, Rocky Mtn. Edition 4x4,7,000 miles, local one owner $18,950 $26,450 Visit our Warrensville Service Store Detail Car Wash » NC Inspection * Oil Change ACMS § 2007 honor roll GMC ACADIA The students on this page have been select­ ed for the first semes­ ter Honor Roll at Ashe County Middle School. Students selected for the "A" Honor Roll have no grade lower than an "A." Students selected for the "A/B" Honor Roll have an average of "B" or bet­ ter with no grade lower than a "B." Congratula­ tions go out to these fine students. In the January 19 edition of the Jefferson Post, some names were inadvertently left off of the honor roll. We apolo­ gize for the error. The Ashe County Humane Society will be closed for adoption until 2/3/07. We are in process of moving into our new facility directly in front of the Nat'l Guard Armory on Old Hwy 16. New Ph. # 336-982-4297 These animals are available for adoption. Standard Features Include: 275 Horsepower V6 6 Speed Automatic 0NSTAR Turn by Turn Navigation • Side Curtain Airbags Throughout • Stabilitrac • Rear Parking Assist • 5 Year /100,000 Mile Warranty All Wheel Drive Now Available at Small grey female poodle found in Deep Ford Rd. area. . Older dog with sweet disposition. Also on our web page. 4 ZOE is Weimariner mix w/veiy sweet personalityPositive results w/house training but also likes being outdoors. Comes w/free doghouse. Had 1st shots. Snookums is a sweet kitten who was orphaned and bottle fed by his loving foster mom. Veiy people oriented. Please come see him at our new location. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is moving to our new location on Old Hwy 16 and will re-open Februaiy 3rd. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site: www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com ASHE COUNTY'S M SUPERSTORE 485 Beaver Creek Road • West Jefferson, NC 28694 1-336-246-8815 • 1-800-467-8815 www.clicksuperior.com �Friday - January 26 JV/Varsity Basketball Away at Surry Central Varsity Wrestling HOME vs Surry Central Saturday - January 27 Freshmen Boys Basketball Away at Reagan 11:00 a.m. This week in Husky sports Huskies sweep the Wilkes Central Eagles for first time Lady Huskies' first win at Wilkes Central they defeated the Eagles by a final score of 58-43. The Huskies opened the The Lady Huskies traveled to Wilkes Central on Tuesday game up by quickly pinning evening to compete with the Eagles with a substantial the Eagles in a conference 9-0 deficit just two minutes match-up. Wilkes Central into the ball game. However, has always been a tough the Eagles battled back and opponent for the Huskies and brought the score within the Varsity Lady Huskies had '• four points, 11-7, with four never claimed a victory in the minutes remaining in the Eagles territory. The Lady first quarter. The Huskies Huskies made history when weathered the Eagles run and by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaltlin Smith (#14) looks for the pass to Kelly Hudler (#20) during the Huskies four game sweep of the Eagles. closed the final minutes of the first quarter by out scoring the Eagles 12-2 to post a 219 lead. In the second quarter, the Huskies again jumped out on an early run and outscored the Eagles 8-3 in the first three minutes of the quarter. With the score 29-12, t^ie Eagles were able to connect on three straight three pointers and closed the Huskies lead to only eight points, 29-21. However, Shelly Barker had the answer for the Huskies, and for the second time of the game, Shelly beat the buzzer with a basket and increased the Huskies lead to ten points heading into halftime. The Huskies 31-21 lead at halftime was not satisfactory for the Huskies, and in a repeat of the previous two quarters, the Huskies opened up the quarter with an 8-0 run and increased their lead to 39-21. The Eagles did not give up and mounted an impressive 17-6 run in the closing four minutes of the quarter to cut the Huskies lead to single digits heading into the fourth quarter. The fate of. the Huskies seemed skeptical at the start of the fourth quarter with the Huskies narrowly in front of the Eagles, 45-38. The Huskies again entered the quarter with energy and momentum and with baskets by Kim McNeil and. Kelly Hudler, the Huskies were able to increase their lead to 54-39 four minutes into the quarter. The Huskies hopes of winning their first ever game at Wilkes Central seemed to grow as the Huskies continued to manage the basketball and stop the Eagles from scoring. In the final three minutes of the game, the Huskies defense held the Eagles to only four points, while Shelly Barker and Kelly Hudler each scored a basket to increase the Huskies score. As the seconds wound down, the Huskies were able to claim the victory by a final score of 59-43. The Huskies had a limited number of players score, but did post three players in double-digits with Kim McNeil leading the way with a double-double as she scored 18 points and grabbed 10 rebounds. Kelly Hudler had a stellar performance as she scored 15 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Shelly Barker also had an impressive performance with 15 points and two steals. Kassee Roberts added six points for the Huskies and nine assists to push the Huskies offense along. Kendra Yearick rounded out the Huskies scoring with five points. Kaitlin Elliott had an impressive performance on the defensive side of the court as she recorded seven steals. The victory increased the for the Huskies and drained back-to-back three pointers The Varsity Men's Huskies to give the Huskies a 23-13 traveled to Wilkes Central lead at the. end of the first with one goal, to avenge a quarter. The second quarter opened pervious loss this season to the Wilkes Central Eagles. up with the Eagles being able In the teams' first match- to cut the Huskies lead to only ,up> the Eagles were able to six points following the first squeeze by the Huskies with three minutes of the quarter. a narrow 75-63 victory. The Both teams traded baskets Huskies were able to even for the following four minutes the score between them and and with only one minute the Eagles by defeating the remaining in the first half, Wilkes Central Eagles 74- the Huskies were in front of 67. on the Eagles home court the Eagles 38-30. In the final minute of the half, Coleman Tuesday night. The game started out Payne was able to find a hole with the Eagles jumping out to the basket and scored a lay to an early 4-0 lead in the up for the Huskies. On the first minutes of action. The next possession, Ryan Moser Huskies were able to rebound posted up on the offensive and following a three-point end for the Huskies and after play by Kaleb Davis, the receiving the pass was fouled Huskies had cut the Eagles on the shot. Ryan penalized lead to 7-6. The Huskies the Eagles with two points continued to battle with the on his trip to the free throw Eagles, but with two minutes line and gave the Huskies a remaining in the quarter, 12-point lead heading into Tatum Lemly came alive halftime, 42-30. The Huskies continued their momentum into the early parts of the third quarter and opened up the second half by scoring seven unanswered points to increase their lead to 19 points. The Eagles were able to snap the Huskies scoring streak and in the following three minutes outscored the Huskies 10-4. The Huskies called a time-out with three minutes remaining in the quarter, and following the time-out; the Huskies were able to consume a minute and a half off the clock when Tatum Lemly found an open shot in the lane for two points. In the concluding 90 seconds of the quarter, the Huskies were unable to score again, but the Eagles took advantage and claimed five points to conclude the third quarter. With eight minutes remaining in the game, the Huskies possessed a tenSee Huskies, page 2B beat the Blackhawks and another unfortunate action was performed against the Huskies. An unknown person was able to enter into the Huskies locker room and proceeded to take some of the ladies' possessions for their Shelly Barker goes up for two points during the Huskies 5943 victory over Wilkes Central Huskies season record to 15-2 and their conference record to 7-1. The Huskies will travel to Surry Central tonight to face the Golden Eagles in another conference match-up. Look for results in Tuesday's paper. Huskies avenge earlier season \~~~ by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Photo by Michael Graybeal Ethan Goodman soars over the Eagles' defender for a shot in the Huskies 74-67 victory. mmIf Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaleb Davis drains a free throw to give him one of his 14 points. JV Girls 8-0 in IVIVAC by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Photo Courtesy of Beth Miller Garrett Miller, age 8, killed this Double-Bearded Jake Turkey on Monday, January 15 while hunting with his dad on the opening day of Fall Turkey Season. The JV Lady Huskies continue their successful season and added three more tallies into their win column following victories over West Wilkes, Forbush, and Wilkes Central. The Huskies traveled to West Wilkes for their second game of theseason against the Blackhawks and came away with an impressive 48-27 victory after two unfortunate accidents occurring to the JV Lady Huskies team. During the first quarter of the game, the Huskies were stricken with a season ending injury to freshman Brittany Lyalls. During a play, the ball was knocked loose from the ball handler and Brittany unselfishly dived on the floor in an aggressive play after the loose ball. A split second after Brittany's lunge, a West Wilkes -player also dived for the ball and landed on Brittany's arm and twisted it in an abnormal fashion. Unfortunately for Brittany and the team, Brittany will be out for the remainder of the season (and possibly the summer off-season) while her arm recovers from the break. As the game progressed, the Huskies continued to self and managed to leave the game with a cell phone, an ipod, and a large sum of cash. The Huskies handled their business on the court despite the two previous occurrences and defeated the Blackhawks with a 48-27 victory and advanced to 9-5 for the season. The Huskies had nine players who scored in the contest and were led by Stephanie Ratliff with ten . , 0 points. Samantha Miller and Jessica Walker each added s7,en, P°ints' Caitlin Elliott 8"P0intB, Tot! Kelsey Johnson added five points Charity Shatley andTata Church added four points Morgan Casey added two points, and Brittany Lyalls scored two points fo/t^ Huskies prior to her injury rou of The season. S8C0ndH„ci nd ot the The • continued to maintain unbeaten record when the" defeated the Falcons by a final score of 44-20 Fnoto oy Michael Graybeal Samantha Miller scores two of her 18 points with this lay up, while Jessica Walker (#15) gets ready for the possible rebound. ^rtoUteWK6,Vtay d the first half and at halftim halfanrifl ^ only trailed by six points, ? Six y six Sec JV Girls, page 2B �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS MVAC official standings Wrestling Through matches as of January 21, 2007 Conference Season WON LOST WON LOST WILKES CENTRAL 3 0 13 16 NORTH SURRY 3 1 21 9 NORTH WILKES 3 1 17 14 STARMOUNT 1 2 26 . 11 SURRY CENTRAL 1 2 15 10 FORBUSH 1 3 18 15 3 4 19 ASHE COUNTY 0 Men's Basketball Through games as of January 21, 2007 Conference Season WON LOST WON LOST NORTH SURRY 7 0 15 3 STARMOUNT 6 1 13 3 ASHE COUNTY 3 4 11 5 FORBUSH 3 4 8 2 4 7 11 WILKES CENTRAL 2 5 10 7 NORTH WILKES 6 4 12 point lead, 55-45. The Eagles however were determined to not give up and entered the fourth quarter at full speed. The Huskies offense struggled against the Eagles intensive defense and only scored three points in the first five minutes of the quarter. During the Huskies drought, the Eagles were able to increase their own score by 14 points and took the lead for the first time since the first quarter with the score 59-58. On the Huskies next possession, Ethan Goodman broke the scoreless streak with a floater jump shot from inside the lane to retake the lead for the Huskies, 60-59. Over the course of the following minute, the Huskies were able to take their one-point lead and enlarge it to a ninepoint lead by the benefits of 1 7 6 4 STARMOUNT 4 WILKES CENTRAL 2 SURRY CENTRAL 1 NORTH WILKES 0 16 0 1 3 14 14 2 2 4 3 5 5 7 8 6 7 4 5th and 6th Girls Location Time Teams Location Time Teams Blue Ridge Noon 76ers vs Suns Mtn View 11 a.m. Mystics vs Miracle 1 p.m. Lakers vs Bulls 2 p.m. Wizards vs Blazers Noon Panthers vs Jazz 1 p.m. Jets vs Comets 2 p.m. Sparks vs Panthers 3rd and 4th Boys and Girls Location Time Teams .Mtn View 10 a:m. 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Photo by Michael Graybeal Coleman Payne takes the ball up for two points during the Huskies' victory over the Wilkes Central Eagles. 5th and 6th Boys Through games as of January 21, 2007 NORTH SURRY ASHE COUNTY FORBlJSH lineup and scored 14 points. Coleman Payne left his mark on the Eagles with tallying up ten points. Tommy Spagnolo also added nine points, and Parker Johnson and Ryan Moser each added three points. The Huskies punished the AYBL schedule for Jan. 27 Women's Basketball Conference Season WON LOST WON LOST shooting 8-8 from the free throw line. The Eagles were able to score on their next possession and with only one minute remaining, the Huskies Were in control of the game, 68-61. By converting six of eight free throws in the closing minute, the Huskies were able to secure a 74-67 victory and improve their season record to 12-5.' The victory also increased their conference record to 4-4 and avenged their loss to the Eagles from earlier in the season. The Huskies posted an impressive four players in double digits scoring with Tatum Lemly leading the way with 18 points and Ethan Goodman followed with 17 points. Kaleb Davis had an impressive performance in his second start following his return to the Huskies Ashe Futsal League Championship Game Sunday, January 28 Family Central 2 p.m. 10 SURRY CENTRAL Huskies continued from page IB 47 37 Ashe Chiropractic Big Dave's Auto Sales 66 51 Huskies: Jake Miller Luke Dotson 20 19 Ashe Chiropractic: Jerry Hampton Wes Rousseau Alex Rollins 23 12 12 Wood's Plumbing: Scott Patrick Bat Hilliard 12 11 Big Dave's Auto Sales: Marty Peters Dustin Farmer 17 17 Jefferson Post New River Motors 67 62 Independence Lumber AEV / Mo's Boots 55 46 22 13 Independence Lumber: Derrick Eller Damon Eller . 18 14 19 12 AEV/ Mo's Boots: Brian Norris Mikie Blevins Danny Jones 27 6 6 Jefferson Post: Kyle Denny Michael Graybeal New River Motors: Steven Phillips Tim Miller JV Girls continued from page IB 22-16. Unfortunately for the Falcons, the Huskies defense only allowed Forbush two points during the third quarter while they continued to score nine points. At the end of the third quarter, the Huskies were in front 31-18. The fourth quarter was a repeat of the third when the Huskies held the Falcons to only two points again while they continued to score 13. The lopsided scoring in the second half propelled the Huskies to their seventh conference win and a season record of 10-5. The Huskies had nine players to score and was led by Samantha Farmer. Samantha missed the practice prior to the game due to an illness and by team rules was not allowed to start. When she came off the bench, Samantha exploded and scored a whopping 18 points for the Huskies. Charity Shatley and Stephanie Ratliff each added six points, Caitlin Elliott added four points, and Cara Church, Morgan Casey, Jessica Walker, Ariel Farmer, and Kelsey Johnson each scored two points for the Huskies. Following the game against Forbush, the JV Lady Huskies traveled to Wilkes Central to face the Eagles. The JV Girls had no difficulty with the Eagles and cruised to an impressive 47-23 victory. The Huskies jumped out to an early 15-8 lead at the end of the first quarter and continued to increase their lead throughout the game. During the second quarter the Huskies held the Eagles to only three points while they scored a dynamic 17 points to give the Huskies a 32-11 halftime lead'. The third quarter brought a drought for the Huskies, as they were only able to score three points. Wilkes Central attempted to take advantage of the Huskies drought, but despite scoring ten points, the Huskies still possessed a 35-21 lead. The Huskies simply had to protect a 14-polnt lead to secure their eighth conference win of the season and defeat the Wilkes Central Eagles. The Huskies rose to the challenge and not only protected the lead, but also increased it by holding the Eagles to only two points throughout the entire quarter. The Huskies also managed to score 12 points for themselves and cruised to a 47-23 victory. The Huskies scoring was led by Stephanie Ratliff, who scored ten points, and Kelsey Johnson followed with eight points. Ariel Farmer scored seven points, and Samantha Miller and Charity Shatley each had six points. Jessica Walker and Caitlin Elliott each scored four points, while Cara Church rounded out the Huskies scoring with two points. The JV Lady Huskies are now -11-5 for the season and an astonishing 8-0 in conference play. The Huskies will return to action tonight when they travel to Surry Central for a game against the Golden Eagles. i7untTl«f»n SUZUKIFEST 2007 Get the "power and styling 'of L0W6.95 flPR the best line of 5 JIIII AND PAYMENTS AS LOW AS Utility ATVs that GET UP TO UlIU PLUS $ „ Suzuki has made! 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But even some of these simple, affordable stream. $159,000 garage. $79,900 INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED ™ and .© Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity 336-246-7455 • Toll Free - 1-800-789-1312 FAX 336-246-4532 $309,000. J152597. ON THE ASHE / ALLEGHANY COUNTY LINE - This well maintained 2BR/1BA, brick home features hardwood & ceramic floors, FP, basement. large study & more. There arc 12.2 acres of hills to roam w/stream, pond & 2-story barn. $196,000. J152743. NIKANOR ROAD - Sit on your back deck and embrace the gorgeous mtn. views. Attention to detail abounds inside & out. Home features 3BR/2BA, security system, skylights, custom plantation shutters, custom cabinetry & built-ins. updated kitchen & baths, large master suite w/sitting area. 2 car garage w/room to expand above, plus 2 car carport and 2 attached storage buildings. $345,000. .1152626. TWIN BRIDGES ESTATES - Gorgeous, cedar sided. 3BR/2.5BA, timber frame home w/grcat views of South Fork New River & surrounding mtns. Home features balconies, deck, covered porch, open Boor plan, stone fireplace, hardwood & ceramic floors, stainless steel appliances, lrg. windows, custom cabinets, finished basement & more. Subdivision provides common river access for canoeing, etc. $675,000. .1151996. TODD - New 3BR/2.5BA Barna Log Home w/full basement, hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace. & situated on 1.12 acres w/ beautiful pastoral views. Hot tub & furnishings included w/sale of home. GREAT INVESTMENT PROPERTY - parents' quarters, or family home. There are 2BR/1 BA. kitchen, LR w/FP on each level. Easy access to town. 1+ acres. $189,900 #153660* CAREFREE LIVING in this 3BR/ 2BA townhome just outside downtown W. Jefferson. Large master BR. walk-in closet & bonus room on 2nd level. Vaulted ceilings, covered front & back porches. $186,000 #153502* CCr:} CHARMING TURN-OF THECENTURY FARMHOUSE with beautiful 1.5+ acre lot in Grassy Creek. This is a restoration project that could be a masterpiece. $139,900 #152485* OLDE TOWN COURT TOWNHOMES in Jefferson. 1,2, and 3 bedroom units. Main iloor living with garages, hardwood and ceramic tile, front and rear porches, basement, gas fireplace, appliances included. Several floor plans to choose from $199,900 to $239,900 #151893/152283/84* LOOKING FOR LAND? WE HAVE TRACTS IN ALL SIZES! "WALK TO THE NEW RIVER" Beautiful lot in Fleetwood Falls subdivision. Convenient to Boone & the Jcffersons. Creek on property. $22,000 #152757* LARGE 6+ ACRE WOODED LOT in desircablc Pine Swamp subdivision. Can be subdivided. Located at end of cul-dc-sac offering great privacy. Close to the Blue Ridge Pkwy. $72,000 #153643* RIDGE TOP LOT overlooking the South Fork of the New River. 1 acre lot located in one of the most sought after subdivisions in Ashe Co. Beautiful layered mountain views. $74,500 #153499* * No recent survey; exact acreage unknown. "WE OFFER BUYER REPRESENTATION" FREIDA BARKER FRANCES GOODHART RICHARD EDMONDSON . PHIL LEWIS MICK PHILLIPS JACK RIELLY GLENN TAYLOR SHERMAN LEE MARK BOWER RALPH REEVES • STEPHANIE DARNELL • PEGGY HOEFL CALL TOLL-FREE - 1-800-789-1312 Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. A\ jjPJ g mm®. a mm mm A Main Street Discount •Toile Curtains •Jabot Sets • Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories •Rocking Chair Cushions •Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match •Tablecloths •Large Variety of Curtains •Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads •Comforters 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 . OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM J151999. DOUBLEWIDE ON BOGGS ROAD - For the large family, this completely refurbished beautiful 5BR/3BA home is the answer. Home features new carpet, vinyl, appliances, 1418 sq. ft. deck, grading, road gravel and heat pump. Vaulted ceilings with kitchen divided from living area w/ breakfast nook. Kitchen features oa'k cabinets, dining room, family room w/ fireplace, living area. Wide open floor plan. Permanent foundation. Minutes walk to South Fork near Elk Shoals. Close to West Jefferson and Jefferson. $129,900 J152490. HELTON COMMUNITY - Turn of the century, 4BR/1.5BA farmhouse nestled on over 5 acres of gorgeous, untouched land. Home features 3 original, wormy chestnut FP surrounds, chestnut oak hardwood floors throughout, all new wiring, plumbing. & insulation. Enjoy the sounds of Helton Creek from your front porch while soaking up the experience of nature. Also, included on the property is a 1996, 3BR/2BA, doublewide mobile home w/vaultcd ceilings, FP, great room, all appliances, carpet replacement allowance and 5 outbuildings. $420,000. Land Listings: J152429. LOTS #371-#372 - NIKANOR - Two adjoining wooded lots (#371-#372) in Blue Ridge Manor, Nikanor. $7,800 Adjoining lot 0373 is also for sale. J153463. GREAT TRACT NEAR PARKWAY - Approx. 300 ft. of stocked trout stream! 3 lots totaling 3.78 acres has been perked for a 3/2 home. Wooded & gently sloping with road frontage on 3 sides. $90,000 THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: www.UCDogwoodRealty.com want additional information contact Call or come by and see Ceraldine about this GREAT DEAL! 336.846.7164 HAIH i Minimum One Month Commitment T real estate or related businesses Real Estate pates ONLY *Per Run Business 336-246-2664 592 South Main St. • Jefferson, NC 28640 or just thinking about purchasing a home and * 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Qntui^ Real Estate for Your World CALL 246-7455 FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF LAND & HOME OFFERINGS. 2 Columns x 3 Inches "Put Your Trust In Number One" Heritage Realty Ashe, Inc. d/b/a MLS V^ountry home loan? m DOUBLEWIDE ON 0.73 ACRESOutbuildings. Bonus room over Positions available for ambitious Brokers 70-90% commission. No gimmicks, no fees. Call 336-977-8836 Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage ONLY $20.69 FARMHOUSE - nestled on 12 acres overlooking stocked trout 4.02 acres. $244,000 Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE ON FRIDAYS! fireplace. Between Jefferson's and SECLUDED RETREAT - One-of- (336) 982-6020 If you are in the process of buying a home 3BR/2BA. Vaulted ceiling w/stone a-kind home with noisy creek on United. #152794* Insurance fPMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homebuyer with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. There are no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. 1100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. 1 This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. • Mt. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. • Closing costs are the same as a loan without a government guarantee. » Reliable income and good credit are required. W/2BR/1BA. ATV trails Boone. $295.000 www.jeffersonpost.com AFFORDABLE 2BR/1BA VACA­ TION HOME close to the South Fork of the New River. Split rail fencing, outbuilding. Reduced to $59,900 126 Roby Poe Road and wildlife. $209,900 Check out the Jefferson Post online at: Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI Mt. Jefferson Mortgage home with BEAUTIFUL LOG H0ME- 12+ ACRES - with a nice starter in-law suite. Whirlpool tub, fireplace TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 hcritagerealty.com A 2 mm A A Installation of prefinished & unfinished ^dW O O Hand Board Samples Available \ 1^ Sjiji 12. New Const. Shoemold u ^ & Existing Treads & ^ Homes Risers 14 years experience |Free Estimates Fully Insured| JORDAN HARDWOOD FLOORING 166 Oak Grove Circle • Jefferson, NC 336-846-1624 �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2007 * JEFFERSON POST > * • i m 1 I M -11 l \ \J All forms of life on Earth have one thing in common; they all need water to survive. People, plants, and animals need to drink it. Fish and aquatic life need it to live in. Without water, our planet could not sustain life and it would be similar to the planet Mars. Water is the most important chemical for life. Some animal's bodies are made up of 90% water. The human body is made up of 60% water, while human blood is composed of 83% water. There are no other planets in the solar system that have enough water to sustain life. So what is this magical substance, which is also referred to as H20? Water is a molecule made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom, abbreviated H20. Water can be found in three natural states; as a liquid in the form of water, as a gas in the form of steam or water vapor, and as a solid in the form of ice. Almost seventy percent of the Earth's surface is covered in the liquid form of water, making it the most widely seen state of water on Earth. Most of Earth's Ph ®™x Mandy Powell, age 9, from LW water is found in the oceans and in the frozen polar ice caps, or glaciers. Other sources of water are C i t 3, A L , w a n t e d t o k n o w , h o w m u c n I A I 4 , , . . y . , . . . . . , . . . . . W] I found in rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, springs, and reservoirs. Water freezes at 32° Fahrenheit and water does one person need every boils at 212° Fahrenheit. H20 is a very unique chemical, in that when it is in it's solid state, known as day?" Thanks for asking Mandy! ice, it will float on top of its liquid form, water. This is a very unusual property, as most chemicals in Approximately 90 gallons of water a I^ their solid form will sink when placed in their liquid form. day is used by one individual, and m Not only is water vital for life, but it also provides a lot of fun! Swimming or scuba diving would not be most of that is used to flush the toilet possible without water. Many sports are played in the water. Skiing, fishing, diving, and snorkeling all or take a shower! Always remember to conserve water whenever possible! % ca [\ b f e d o n ^ in t b e w a t e r ^ i n ' h a r a i n w o u l d n o J b e f.? s f , e w " h o u t w a t e k r A n d s i [ l c e s n f o w ) s a i» hv. /ft" solid form of water, we could never build snowmen without it. 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Drinking Water Gas Glaciers Hydrogen Ice Lakes a a a v v This diagram is a n i ! o example of what a m y i a i water molecule looks a o9x i o x a OM a y r y i °1 n |j|<e |t ftas <| hydrogen and SXLNX3SXHHOY 1 A I HQ awsiAVMxroA3ivyni7ow2 oxygen molecules, or H20. >wr IHAMANTFL VSHXOIX Z S u T D P M N X P E X M Q D G A L s E X K S Y E L C M X U J K Life on Earth Liquid Oxygen Oceans Polar Ice Caps Ponds Rain Rivers Snow Solid Steam Streams Water Water Vapor A Special ThavOn you To All Our Sponsors! REGENCY PROPERTIES <sy We Build Your Home P The Way You Want It —« www.classiclioraeshc.com Intersection of US 221 & NC 163 -1620 NC163-E West Jefferson. NO 336-246-3600 • 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 zvivzv.ashcmetnori al.org WLDVEK COSSTMTION Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • Wwt Jefferson, NC 336-246-i: Residential. Land & Commercial Sales 19 South Third St. West Jefferson, NC PO Box 609 • 204 E. 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Ashe 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units tor On-site Welding Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC Quarterly zenithj^-r- TV'S & HOME THEATRES BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country Residential Pick up Service SALES it SERVICE JVC SERVICE Open 8-5 M'T'Th'F 8-2 Wed & Sat TV) FREE ESTIMATES Allen Miller j)vER 50 YEARS EXPERIENCE^ 276-579-4562 ^ mr 386-977-2112 336-384-4352 336-384-9192 Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC 336-384-2063 Hwy 16 @ NC/VA State Line $40.00 it 336-384-3033 FREE ESTIMATES! Includes tip to 5 QtsOil, C3f' • Koof Painting • Insured ALL Work (.iiaranleed Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs Oil Change, Lube & Filter $1 Qg STATE LINE FAST LUBE ROOFING 2$,Tewr? Expvricncc • Licensed in \or1h Carolina VA • Install roofing of all kinds • Remodel Jobs • Additions * Repairs • Maintenance ROOP'S ROOFING TIRE SALE ASHE COUNTY WHEELS Appleseed • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt U2 00I.S 0 Located on the Backstreet J We have expanded our lunch buffet! We are offering a choice of 3 meats and 12 different vegetables! SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday ~ 6:00am - 2:00pni Wednesday Breakfast Only - 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only ~ 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti Contact Robert Holman Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Septic Systems • Basements • Footers q||. 828-773-6736 736 J m car TRACK HOE SERVICES KEITH'S TRACKHOE SERVICE Road Building • Ditching • Ditch Bank Cleaning Bush Hogging • House Foundations • Demolition Foundation Wall Construction • Lot Clearing 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 28618 Call 828-773-5035 • Cell: 336-977-6477 or 977-6265 •—;—mm . • J �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy m, 40-Lost & Found CLASSIFIED 3m ADVERTISING j Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES 70-Travel & Camping Tuesday's paper j (Friday 9:00 am) J Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION ''.j 1992 Prowler 25" with Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. Cal 336-977-0383 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6, Queen Bed, bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call-336-977-0383 In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ 100-General ted by the advertiser Services or for typographical errors which do mot STRATFORD lessen the value of the HEARING AID ad. CENTER-SALES Service on most Charges all makes. Rates depend on size 502 Thurston Street . of ad and number of Winston Salem, NC runs. Please call Phone: 336-768-1177 Classified Dept. Res.:336-468-8802 , for information. Bill Shugart Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising * The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC I* 28694 (We accept personal 1 check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336)846-7165 e-mail:claasilied® | jeffersonpost.com J Web: ,| www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All roal estate advertising in this newspaper is subjoct to tha Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includos children undor the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising tor legal estate which Is in violation ot tho law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on oqual opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post i 40-Lost & Found FOUND: " Bird dog/hound mix, brown ears & eyes, white face, short hair, long tail, 40 lbs, 18" tall. Found in the Todd area. Call 828-295-9924. FOUND: Mastiff mix, female, brindle, has docked tail, not wear­ ing collar. Found in Big Tree area off Black Bear Inn Rd., Sat., Dec. 16. Call 977-3889 FOUND: Beagle/Miniature Collie mix, male, approx 1-3 yrs. Found in Beaver Creek/Citgo area. Call 977-2587 to identify. FOUND: Large black cat, with green eyes. Nathans Creek area, near Fox Fire Estates. Call 982-9130 Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 140-Help Wanted LOST: Boston Terrier Male, Black / White, wearing red NC State collar, answers to Spanky. Missing from the Nettle Knob area. REWARD OFFERED. Call 877-5838 or 877-0661 HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR' TRAINING Bulldozers, Backhoes, Loaders, Dump Trucks, Graders, Scrapers, Excavators -National Certification -Financial Assistance -Job Placement Assistance 888-212-1277 Associated Training Services www.eqaipmenloperator.com 140-Help Wanted IMMEDIATE JOB OPENING •Assisting customers with phone orders. •Operation of copiers, fax and other misc. equipment. •Ordering, receiving, and invoicing of products, etc. Apply in person at Creative Printers, Inc. 04 North Sixth Avenue West Jefferson, NC or Email Resume to cprinters@skybest.com Please apply beginning January 26 until February 2. J.Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 WANTED: MOA for busy medical office in Ashe County. Please mail applications to Ashe Medical Associates PO Box 765, Jefferson NC 28640, or drop them off at our office during normal office hours. M-F, 7:30am - 7:30pm S 8-Noon Wilkes Communit' College Advanced Materials Technology Director For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 For Sale: Fraser Fir 3/0 Seedlings available for Spring. Mount Rogers Origin. Call 336-877-1008 Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 260-Garage/Yard Sales YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock have lots of puppies for adoption. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap FOR SALE: Antique Oak Buffet/Server with Mirrored Shelf Back $350.00 GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 Antique Curio Stand $150.00 URGENT: Abigail is a very playful 6-8 month 2 Blue Velvet Tufted old border collie mix Back Chairs with Cane puppy. She LOVES at­ tention and will roll over Sides - $50.00 quite happily to have Loveseat Hide-A-Bed - you scratch her tummy! WANTED TO BUY She gets very excited $20.00 when folks drop in to Small or Large see her - give her a Office Desk - $75.00 Tracts of Timber chance and she'll win Paying Top Dollar your heart over! Office Chair - $10.00 Call 982-8154 Abigail has been at the and leave a shelter a long time and 336-877-1779 message. risks being put to sleep The Jefferson Post to make room for new has FREE animals. PLEASE help 370-Cars/Vans . wooden pallets. her by finding her a for Sale Just come by new home! Now accepting bids and pick them up. on 2001 Dodge Contact the Alleghany 310-Musical Stratus, auto, Animal Shelter in •31]Mi' -jn?r«w3i Sparta at 73,634 miles. We lease Pianos. 336-372-8744 Call Allied Financial New & Used Grands. for more info or visit 336-846-8288 alleghany.petfinder.com We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & 380-Trucks & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 4x4s for Sale 800-745-3950 2004 F-250 XLT Super 330-Pets 300Miscellaneous Cookware New Year's Clearance! We stopped doing dinner parties! Have some beautiful 17piece sets left! Heavy, 7-ply surgical stainless steel! Waterless and Greaseless! Brand new! Were $2,000, first 7 callers buy for $299! vaposeal.com 1-800-434-4628 Make it special for them by placing a birthday ad in the Jefferson Post Come by our office located at Sr" 203 S Second Ave. • West Jefferson, NC or call 336-846-7164 for assistance. PRODUCTION ASSOCIATES NEEDED Gates Corporation is looking for approximately 6 associates to work on temporary assignment in the production area.' All openings are for a 7 day, 12 hour night shift. • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age • High School Diploma/GED required • Production Experience desired. Applications will be accepted on Monday - Friday 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Apply in person at: Gates Corporation, 101 Gates Lane, Jefferson, NC Duty, 4x4 Diesel, black PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL ' CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information TO GIVE AWAY: Pomeranian Puppy, very friendly. Call 384-4537 with URGENT: Levi is a ~3 year old fox hound mix. Levi was surrendered by her previous owner. She is already house­ trained and may be up to date with vaccines. Levi is a very friendly girl and will be fine in most households. silver. miles. 40,000 $28,500. Call 336-927-4453 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500.' Call 336-384-1047. A Tomkins' Company EOE URGENT means that this animal could be put to sleep in order to make room for incom­ ing animals. These are the pets that have been with us the longest amount of time, and therefore have the highesj risk of being put to sleep. Our current "urgent" pets are Abigail, Nerds, Levi, Wakko & Yakko, and Chip. We also still GEM Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community ' Accepting Applications for: FREEDOM HOMES RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus For Sale: Appaloosa Mare. Downsizing herd. Need to sell. Call 336-977-9309 for more information. PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION Remember to wish that Special Someone a Happy Birthday! 330-Pets To Give Away: Blond Lab - Retriever mix puppy, 13 weeks Old. 1st shots, Sit & Fetch command,'most­ ly housebroken. Loves people. Received as gift, but we are allergic to him. Call 846-4635. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 female, 5 mos. Responsibilities include: Nurse Aid Instructor Alleghany Campus For more information Call (336) 838-6204 160-Business Opportunities Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Full Time Friendly Customer Service Representative Wilkes Communi College Carroll Companies has an entry-level customer service / sales support position available. Applicants must have computer and data entry background, good oral and written communications skills, mathematical skills and be detail oriented. Full time with excellent benefits. Please submit resume to: H R Manager 1640 Old 421 South Boone, NC 28607 235-Christmas Trees 120-Schools & Instruct $ $ $ CUSTOMER SERVICE/ SALES SUPPORT 330-Pets 300Miscellaneous Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus CRNA Dietitian Only 4 Left! MODEL ORR24443B Home Care Director RCOHOOM » I I **.r « 1 Freedom HOMES fc»V*WO ROOM i4\ir L . _ru K»«MM dinimo 3360 U.S. Hwy. 421 W. Wilkesboro, NC (336) 973-2335 Hospice Patient Care Coordinator We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www, wilkesregional .org EOE A Leader in The Manufactured Housing Industry Opportunities. Powered by Tyson.™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products Tyson Foods, Inc., is seeking qualified applicants to fill open positions on all shifts at its Wilkesboro, North Carolina location. Requirements: •18 years or older with work authorization Tyson Foods' Benefits Include: •Competitive wages (starting at $8.85 per hour with $.45 shift differential for second and third shifts) •Excellent benefits package •Paid vacation and 8 paid holidays •401 (k) with company match •Stock Purchase Plan with company match •Credit Union •Tyson Family Store •Cafeteria •Opportunities within the company Please Apply fn Person at Employment Security Commission www.tyson.com An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V Oportunidades. Alimentadas por Tyson™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products . Las instalaciones de Tyson Foods, Inc., en Wilkesboro, Carolina del Norte esta buscando aspirantes calificados para ocar posiciones en todos sus turnos. Requisitos: •Mayores de 18 anos con autorizacion de trabajo Las prestaciones de Tyson Foods incluyen: •Salarios competitivos (comenzando en $8.85 por hora mas $.45 por trabajar en el segundo y tercer turno) •Excelente paquete de prestaciones •Vacaciones pagadas y 8 dias festivo pago •Plan para la jubilacion [401 (k)] contribucion de compania •Plan de comprea de acciones contribucion de compania •Asociacion decreditos •Tienda familiar para los Companeros de Equipo de Tyson •Cafeteria •Oportunidadas dentro de La Compania Puede obtener solictud en La oficiana del empleo Employment Security Commission www.tyson.com An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V (Empress que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo para minorais. mujeres, personas con discapacidad y veteranos) �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , JANUARY 26, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green,top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. 410-Motorcycles/ 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877.3155 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 3 BR. 1 bath, house in Helton Community. Call 384-1062 for more information. 3BR/1BA House w/Monitor heat, Hardwood & Carpet flooring, Convenience and privacy, $600 per month w/$460 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rental,Inc. at 336-246-2803 Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC *One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments •Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 For Rent: 2 BR House Stop by Hart Power Equipment. House, 2BR, 1BA furnished, dishwasher, washer, dryer, base­ ment. One year lease. References. $750 per month. $750 deposit. Call 336-928-0064 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 500-Mobile Homes for Sale $0.00 ZERO Down Payment for Landowners. Singlewides, Doublewides, On and Off Frame Modulars $25,000 - $500,000. (See Our 2 story Log Home) WE CAN DO IT ALL! Oakwood Homes of Hudson, NC 828-396-2045 Call for easy directions. $49,900.00 BRAND NEW 1600 SQ FT DOUBLE WIDE. THAT INCLUDES DELIVERY SETUP. HURRY! ONLY 2 MODELS LEFT. 5 YEAR WARRANTY! ONE PIECE FIBERGLASS TUBS. APPLIANCES, 2X4 16 ON CENTER CONSTRUCTION. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 1994 Coro Mobile Home, 3/2 with deck, Monitor heater, at Hilltop Acres in West Jefferson. $10,000 Call 336-246-9295 for appointment. 2007 TAX REFUND Attention Previous Home Owners, 1st time Home Buyers, Renters. Put your TAX REFUND TO WORK in buying a new home. Call Freedom Homes. 336-973-2335 for more details. , ~5YEAR WARRANTY ON ALL NEW HORTON HOMES. WE BUILD THE BEST AND OFFER THE BEST WARRANTY... 5 YEAR COVERAGE ON APPLIANCES, FURNACE, STRUC­ TURE, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING EVEN THE HEAT PUMP!! THERE-ISA DIFFERENCE!! HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. AREYOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at Premier Lease Space 336-927-2788 Available. LIMITED INCOME? LIMITED CREDIT? LAND HOME PACK­ AGES ARE POSSIBLE WITH AS LITTLE AS $500.00 DOWN, WE HAVE A NEW FINANCE PROGRAM TO ASSIST YOU. GIVE US A CALL. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 Approximately 1600 Sq Ft located in front of Wal-Mart next to Ashe Cleaners. High Traffic area great for Retail Business. Call 336246-9379 for details. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 3BR/2BA Mobile with oil furnace, carpet and tile flooring, very nice home. $500 jjer mo/ $500 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals Inc. at 336-246-2803. 505-Modular Homes for Sale AFFORDABLE MODULARS!!! SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION WITH FAIR PRICES. HORTON HOMES OFFERS IT ALL. SPECIAL FINANCING OPTIONS AVAILABLE... WE DON'T MAKE MONEY OFF YOUR FINANCING. STOP IN OR CALL HORTON HOMES OF WILKES­ BORO 336-973-7488 LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots~& Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 550-Real Estate Wanted Church would like to purchase 5 plus acres in or near Jefferson or West Jefferson. Please contact Dennis at 336-877-5075 evenings. 1115Professionals FOR SALE: 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale LOWEST PRICE OUT THERE!!!!! $23,900.00 SET AND DELIVERED. 14X72 SINGLE WIDE. YOU CAN PICK YOUR COLORS!! AVAILABLE IN 2 OR 3 BEDROOMS!! STOVE AND REFRIGERATOR INCLUDED. 5 YEAR WARRANTY. QUALITY HORTON CONSTRUCTION!!! VINYL AND SHINGLE EXTERIOR. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO. 336-973-7488 SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1145-Steel Buildings ALL STEEL BUILDINGS 30x40 to 150x300 Turnkey available. Call Eggers & Eggers Construction 336-982-9456 STEEL BUILDINGS 3 Cancelled Orders. Brand new, still on pallet with full warranty. Pay only remaining balances. First come, First serve. Call for sizes 1-800-222-6335 X6000 i Remember to place your ad in the Specail Cupid's Love Note Section. 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals SHELLEY P. FREEMAN DATED APRIL 25, 2005 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 328 AT PAGE 80 IN THE ASHE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROUNA The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS.' Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being forecjosed, nor the offi­ cers, directors, attor­ neys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any rep­ resentation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environ­ mental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are disclaimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encum­ brances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure, for paying, if any. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Fol­ lowing the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY the time and place of sale. NOTICE OF SALE Pursuant to a Court Having qualified as order and under and by Executor of the Estate virtue of the power and of Anne S. King, late of authority contained in above-referenced Ashe County, North the Carolina, this is to noti­ deed of trust and fy all persons having because of default in claims against said es­ the payment of the tate to present them to indebtedness thereby the undersigned at 360 secured and failure to Witherspoon Heights carry out and perform stipulation and Rd. Jefferson, NC the therein 28640 on or before the agreements 19th day of April, 2007, contained and, pur­ or this Notice will be suant to demand of the pleaded in bar to their owner and holder of recovery. All persons the indebtedness se­ indebted to the estate cured by said deed of will please make imme­ trust, the undersigned diate payment to the substitute trustee will expose for sale at pub­ undersigned. lic auction to the high­ est bidder for cash at This the 16th day of the usual place of sale January, 2007. at the county court­ house of said county at Michael Dixon Executor for the Estate 1:30 PM on January 31, 2007 the following of Anne S. King described real estate NOTICE OF SPECIAL and any other improve­ ments which may be ELECTION situated thereon, situat­ NOTICE IS HEREBY ed in Ashe County, GIVEN, a Special Elec­ North Carolina, and be­ tion will be held in the ing more particularly Town of West Jeffer- described as follows: * son in Ashe County on Tuesday, March 6th, BEGINNING on a new 2007. The polls will be 3/8" rebar, said rebar at open at 6:30 A.M. and the intersection of Mar­ tin Street and Hamilton will close at 7:30 P.M. • The following proposi­ tions will be submitted to the voters; 1.) To permit the oper­ ation of ABC stores. For or Against ' 2.) To permit the sale of mixed beverages in hotels, restaurants, pri­ vate clubs, community theatres, and conven­ tion centers. For or Against The registration books will close on Friday, February 9th, 2007. No form of absentee voting is allowed in this or futurS elections for the town of West Jefferson. Persons who are not certain of their registra­ tion status or their pre­ cinct location should contact the County Board of Elections in Jefferson. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 to 12 and 1 to 5. The phone number is 219-2570. Registration facilities and polling places are accessible to the elder­ ly and handicapped. In the case of a voter not being able to enter the polling place, they may vote curbside during the hours that the polls are open. Canvass Day will be held at 11:00 AM in the Ashe County Board of Elections office in Jefferson on Tuesday March 13th, 2007. Street, said rebar also at the northeastern corner of Lot No. 44 as shown on a plat of the Thomas Subdivision and recorded in Plat Book I, at page 69, Ashe County Registry; thence with the eastern line of the above mentioned Lot No. 44, S. 18-05-05 W. 106.49 feet to a new 3/8" rebar; thence with the southern line of Lot No. 44, S. 78-16-50 W. 176.49 feet to a new 3/8" rebar; thence with a nexu line through the above mentioned Lot No. 44, N. 5-06-39 E. 144.71 feet to a new 3/8" rebar in the north­ ern line of Lot No. 44; thence with the north­ ern line of Lot No. 44, S. 85-47-56 E. 168.10 feet to the BEGIN­ NING, containing 0.438 acre, based on a survey by The Thomas Herman Company, Registered Land Sur­ veyors, dated 3 /tily 1984; and being a por­ tion of Lot No. 44 of the Thomas Subdivision as recorded in Plat Book No. 1, at page 69, Ashe County Registry. The record owner(s) of the property, as reflect­ ed on the records of the Register of Deeds, Ralph G. Bare, is/are Laverne S. Chairman Freeman and Shelley Ashe County Board of P. Freeman. Elections Dated this the 16th day of January 2007. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY 06SP136 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY LAVERNE S. FREEMAN AND • Fast Loans on Refunds • Most Within 24 Hours (Based on Refund Anticipation Loan) • Free Electronic Filing (With Paid Preparation) • Expert Tax Advice/Year Round Service • The Fastest Growing Tax Preparation Company Ever LIBERTY TAX www.libertytax.com SERVICE Mountain Village Shopping Center (Behind Hardees) Jefferson, NC • 336-246-2021 ) David W. Neill or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 8520 Cliff Cameron Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc/ 06-87774 LEGAL NOTICE NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY THE UNDERSIGNED, Aaron Landry, having qualified on the 20th day of December, 2006 as Executor of the Estate of Edith S. Best, deceased, this is to no­ tify all persons, firms, and corporations hav­ ing claims against said Estate that they must present them to the undersigned at 1600 Morganton Road, B-8, Pinehurst, NC 28734, on or before the 12th And being the same day of April, 2007 or property described in the claims will be forev­ and conveyed by that er barred thereafter, certain deed of record and this notice will be in the Ashe County pleaded in bar of Public Registry in Book recovery. All persons, 221, at pages 1043- firms, and corporations 1045. indebted to said Estate will make prompt pay­ And Being more ment to the under­ commonly known as: signed at the above ad­ 124 Martin St, dress. Jefferson, NC 28640 FAST • ACCURATE • FRIENDLY Quality Service at the Best Price! The date of this Notice is January 10, 2007. This the 20th day of December, 2006. Aaron Landry Executor of the Estate of Edith S. Best 1600 Morganton Road, B-8 Pinehurst, NC 28374 NOTICE OF Brian Neal Hayes EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF MARY NELLE KING HAYES The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor of the Estate of Mary Nelle King Hayes, Ashe deceased, of County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claimg against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned on or before the 26th day of April, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please .make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. This the 17th day of January, 2007. Brian Neal Hayes 904 West View Drive Wilkesboro, NC 28697 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Publication dates: 1-26-07; 2-02-07; 2-09-07; 2-16-07 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE NO. 06-SP-105 This 2nd day of Febru­ ary, 2007. John C. Johnston COMMISSIONER JANETTE G. ROSE and husband, KENNETH B. ROSE, Petitioners. VS. LOUISE G. AMEN, Widow JOAN G. MCGUIRE and husband, CRAY MCGUIRE; LYN MCNEILL, Single; LENA MAE G. WADDELL and husband, BOBBY WADDELL; JULIE WOLFE; and husband, RICHARD WOLFE; and PHILLIP J. MILLER, Single Respondents. ' NOTICE OF SALS this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. And being the identical land described in and conveyed by that cer­ tain deed from Wade E. Vannoy, Jr., Com­ missioner, to Dewitt Graybeal and wife, Bonnie Graybeal, dat­ This the 29th day of ed 20 October 1970, December, 2006. and of record in Com­ missioner's Deed Book 2, page 259, Ashe Ellis Daltqn Johnson County Registry. of Danish Kemp Rash Beauty starts on the inside, where women in their late teens and early twenties need strong bones to help prevent conditions like osteoporosis later In life. Regular weight-bearing exercise ana a cakium-rkh diet are the best lifestyle measures foi more information and advice, visit aaos.org and rjos org. Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale of the Superior Court of Ashe County, North Carolina, made in the above enti­ tled special proceed­ ings, the undersigned Commissioner will on the 2nd day of February, 2007, at Eleven o'clock a.m. at the Courthouse door in Jefferson, North Caroli­ na, offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash the following tracts or parcels of land, lying and being in West Jef­ ferson Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Margaret P. Bower, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against FIRST TRACT: Known said estate to present as Lot No. 26, BEGIN­ them to the under­ NING on a stake in signed at 320 Windy N. J. Johnson's line in Acres Ridge Rd, Fleet­ Clay Bank Road, run­ wood, NC 28626 on or ning 103 feet to an al­ before the 27th day of ley; then with the alley April, 2007, or this 40 feet to a stake in the Notice will be pleaded carico line; then 111 in bar to their recovery. feet to a stake in the All persons indebted to public road; then to the the estate will please BEGINNING. make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ SECOND TRACT: BE'GINNING at a stake in. signed. F. F. Gentry line on the This the 19th day of north side of Claybank Road, and running with January, 2007. said road eastward 421/2 feet to E. D. Caudill David P. Bower Executor for the Estate line; then with said line northward 123 feet, of Margaret P. Bower Grant Dollar and Mary Ann Testerman corner; NOTICE TO then with said lines, CREDITORS westward 40 feet to F. F. Gentry line south­ Having qualified as ward 129 feet to the Executor of the Estate BEGINNING. of-Danish Kemp Rash, late of Ashe County, THIRD TRACT: BE­ North Carolina, this is GINNING on a forked to notify all persons stake in Lot No. 25, having claims against running 50 feet to stake said estate to present in Claybank Road; run­ them to the under­ ning with said line up signed at 5013 Hill Ha­ Claybank Road about ven Road, Jonesville, 12 feet to a stake in North Carolina 28642 Claybank Road; then to on or before the 6th the BEGINNING, the day of April, 2007,or forked stake. Executor for the Estate DIAMONDS AREN'T A GIRL'S BI ST FRIEND. A good faith deposit of ten (10%) of the bid price will be required at AAOS RJOS I work. Therefore, eye strain. Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vision Council of America recommends regular eye oxams lor you and your family lo ensure hcallhy visioa & Check Yearly See dearly.* www.checkyearly.com TOWN OF WEST JEFFERSON NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING POSTED JANUARY 16, 2007 The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 5:40 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning map of the Town of West Jefferson. The request to annex the remaining parcels owned by Ashe Services for Aging into the Town of West Jefferson (19227-304, 19227305, 19227-306, 19227-433), and also zone all the parcels that belong to them to include the parcel that has been already annexed (19227-303); Residential Agriculture (R-A). The request for annexation and zoning is requested by Ashe Services for Aging in order provide a 55 bed Adult Care Home for the residents of Ashe County. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 5:45 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning map of the Town of West Jefferson. The request to re-zone parcel that currently belongs to William "Bill" E. and Joann Woodie (19223-001-338) that is currently zoned Residential-15 (R-15) is requested to be re-zoned tb Residential-7 (R-7) in order to accommodate "multi-family dwellings." The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 5:50 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning map of the Town of West Jefferson. The request to annex and zone as Residential-7 (R-7) parcel #19227-119-022 that currently belongs to James and Shirley Powers. The annexation and zoning were requested by James and Shirley Powers in order to receive Town services and to ensure the uses are consistent with the R-7 zoning district. Also, this zoning designation is consistent with the parcels of property that the parcel is contiguous with. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 1, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning map of the Town of West Jefferson. The request to annex and zone as Residential-7 (R-7) parcel #19227-119-023 that currently belongs to Virginia Brown. The annexation and zoning were requested by Virginia Brown in order to receive Town services and to ensure the uses of are consistent with the R-7 zoning district. Also, this zoning designation is consistent with the parcels of property that the parcel is contiguous with. The public is welcome to attend to offer comments. A letter of the hearing will be sent to all the neighboring property owners. �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, JANUARY 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS Greer and Randle announce engagement Mr. and Mrs. Melville T. in Research Triangle Park, Greer, Jr. and Mr. and NC. The groom-to-be is Mrs. Jarrod S. Randle, Sr. a graduate of Samforci are pleased to announce the University in Birmingham, engagement of their chil- AL and is employed by Greene dren, Misty A. Greer and ' Resources in Raleigh, NC. Jarrod S. Randle, Jr., The couple met .at both of Raleigh, NC. Providence Baptist Church The bride-to-be is a gradu- in Raleigh, NC and became ate of North Carolina engaged in October 2006. State University and is They will wed on April 14, employed by Cisco Systems 2007. Brittany with her husband Rusian holding her cap that has just told the family they are expecting their first child. Baby on the way Brittany Pierce Karnaukh graduated from Appalachian State University on December 10, 2006. She received her Bachelors of Science degree in Biology (pre-professional) with a minor in Chemistry. Brittany is currently attend- Baby News Zury Flores-Jimenez and Hilario Castro-Martinez of Lansing would like to announce the birth of their son, Jose Ivan CastroJimenez, on January 18, 2007. He was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital, and weighed eight pounds and four ounces. He was 20.5 inches long. His grandpar­ ents are Guadalupe Jimenez, Crecencia Martinez and Jose Castro. Pamela and Jerry Blackburn of Warrensville would like to announce the birth of their son, Caleb Blackburn, on January 15, 2007. He was born at Watauga Medical Center and weighed seven pounds and seven ounces. Solomon Everette Shaw was born on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 2006 at Kimberly and Andy Shumate will celebrate their third wed­ 9:57 p.m. at Twin County ding anniversary on Wednesday, January 31. Regional Hospital in Galax This announcement is submitted with love from Grandmother, Va. He weighed 5 lbs, 14 Mildred Mahaffey. 1/2 ounces and was 18 inches long. Parents are Matthew and Tera Shaw of Sparta. Maternal grandparents are Patsy and Denver Lewis of Lansing. Paternal Grandparents are Betsy Shaw of Glade Valley, NC and Mike and Jan Shaw of Roaring Gap, NC. Miller and Bost announce engagement ing Life University in 'Mr. And Mrs. Matthew Marietta, Ga., where she is Miller of Laurelwood Drive, working toward her Doctor Wilkesboro announce the of Chiropractic degree. engagement of their daugh­ Brittany is the daughter of ter, Tyler Alexandrea to Vel and Cathy Pierce of West David Nicholas Bost, the son of Mr. And Mrs. David Bost of Jefferson, N.C. Rockwell. Miss Miller attended West Wilkes High School and is a cum laude graduate of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. While attend­ ing the university, Tyler was inducted into the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, and the Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau. Tyler received a bachelor of science degree in nursing and is employed by Suburban Pediatric Clinic in Concord. Mr. Bost attended East Rowan High School. He continued his education at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Nicholas received a degree in business and is vice-presi­ dent of Paul Bost Trucking Company. Tyler is granddaughter of Mrs. Erma Badger and the late James Badger, and Mrs. Maxine Miller, and the late J. Raul Miller of Jefferson. Nicholas is the grand­ son of Mrs. Donnie Willis of Burlington and the late Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bost of Rockwell. The wedding is planned for June 9, 2007 at Jefferson Landing in Jefferson, North Carolina. 2007 GMC SIERRA Third anniversary celebrated eAnnounce ijour emjayement, wedding or anniversary in the jejjerson Post! - Ashe County Worship Center now located at 863 Ray Taylor Road West Jefferson, NC First Service to be Held in New Sanctuary Sunday, January 28"', 2007 at 11:00 am For more information, call 336-846-1189 Pastor Chuck Call Come Join the Celebration! • Only V8 With Over 300 Horses AND 20 mpg Hwy • 5 Year 100.000 Mile Warranty • Available Stabilitrac • New Sturdier Frame Design • Cargo Management System • ONSTAR & XM Radio Available • Active Fuel Management Available ftvailabte ASHE COUNTY'S E3 SUPERSTORE 485 Beaver Creek Road • West Jeffersony NC 28694 1-336-246-8815 • 1-800-467-8815 www.clicksuperior.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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It was standing room only in the large courtroom of Ashe County Courthouse as people came from near and far to speak and hear comments. Of the 47 people speak­ ing at the hearing, 30 spoke in support of the project, 19 from outside the county, while 15 spoke in opposition, all Ashe County residents ex­ cept one man from Raleigh vyith a childhood connection to the county. Two people expressed no opinion either way, but Cur­ tis Smalling of Boone repre­ senting the National Audu­ bon Society said that while he is not opposed to wind development as an idea, he is concerned about the erosion of the state's Ridge Law and the i permitting process with this particular project. There ale issues on siting, environ­ mental impact and review of the plans, he said, and the state needs a comprehensive permitting process. Smalling also said that pictures of the Post photo by Linda Burchette Folks gathered around Bob Gillam with the public staff of the NC Utilities Commission during a break in the public hearing held Thursday at the Ashe County Courthouse. It was standing room only for local residents and visitors to comment and listen to comments about a proposed wind farm in Creston. panoramic vista of the moun­ tains would have to change with the addition of wind turbines. David Wallace with the State Energy Office in Candler said wind resources in the area are substantial, and those interested should hear from experts who have studied the issue. As for the decision on establishing a wind farm, said Wallace, the individual land owners should decide. Supporters focused on the theme of promoting green energy and reducing depen­ dence on coal and foreign oil. Many represented the sus­ tainable energies program at ASU. Opponents in Ashe County spoke either calmly or emotionally about poten­ tial damage to land values and mountain roads, disrup­ tion to residents, and the loss of scenic beauty. This was a public hearing for the North Carolina Pub­ lic Utilities Commission to take comments on a proposed wind farm on Big Springs Mountain in Creston. North­ west Wind Developers is ask­ ing for a certificate of con­ venience and necessity for construction' and operation to build 25 to 28 utility grade wind turbines on the ridges in order to produce wind enSee Hearing, page 5 Three busted for selling crystal meth Commission to discuss windmills by Jim Thompson Editor These were methamphetamine arrests with a differ­ ence. In recent years, most ar­ rests involving the illegal drug have been connected with "cooking" operations, where the suspects were al­ leged to have made meth. These most recent arrests, however, were strictly for selling—and for selling some­ thing still rare (relatively) in the county: crystal methamphetamine. On Friday, Sheriff James Williams announced the ar­ rest of three suspects in the case. This came, he said, "at the conclusion of a fourmonth-long undercover inves­ tigation by the Ashe County Sheriff's Office along with the Boone Police Department aruj the SBI." The federal Drug Enforcement Administration assisted in the investigation. Those charged were: •Christina Blanche Rich­ ardson, 31, who was charged with two counts of selling a Schedule II controlled sub­ stance; two counts of pos­ session with intent to sell and distribute a Schedule II controlled substance; three counts of maintaining a dwell­ ing for the purpose of selling a Schedule II controlled sub­ stance; one count of conspir­ acy to sell a Schedule II con­ trolled substance; one count of obtaining property false pretences; and one count of possession of drug parapher­ nalia. At press time, she was being held in the county jail under a $277,500 bond. •Claude Blaine McGrady (also known as "Chip"), 30, was charged with one count of maintaining a vehicle for the purpose of selling and delivering a Schedule II con­ trolled substance; one count of conspiracy to sell a Sched­ ule II controlled substance; one count of selling a Sched­ ule H controlled substance; apd one count of possession tvith intent to sell or distribi.ufe^a .Scheduled II controlled substance. He is currently out' of jail on bond. •Dale Russell Bare, 46, was charged with one- count of maintaining a dwelling place for the purpose of sell­ ing a Schedule II controlled substance. He is out on bond. "The investigation con­ tinues, and more arrests are possible in this case," said Williams. The Ashe County Board of Commissioners have called a Special Meeting to consider op­ tions available to Ashe County for the proposed request to the Norlb Carolina Utilities Com­ mission for the development of Wind Generation in Ashe County. This will take place in the small courtroom in the courthouse on Wednesday, Jan. 31, at 5 p.m. Items to be dis­ cussed include: 1. 'The "Mountain Ridge Protection Act"—Is this act designed for the protection of Mountain Ridges and does it properly address the develop­ ment of WTind Generation of a commercial size? 2. The development of a "Resolution" tO request a period of time prior to the action by the Utilities Commission to develop Ashe County's position on Wind Generators and/or Windmills. 3. "A Proposed Ordinance for the* Operation, Development and Construction of Wind Gen­ eration in Ashe County." General comments from the public on Wind Generation. Commissioner discussion, comments and proposals: Youth Connection celebrates Mentoring Month by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe Youth Connection is celebrating its 13th year dur­ ing January, National Men­ toring Month, and honored its adult participants during "Thank Your Mentor Day" last Thursday. Gov. Hunt began the state's mentoring program in 1982 and 25 years later, the idea of matching at-risk youth with adult role models has proven an effective way to build self-confidence in young people and create last­ ing friendships. "In Ashe County, the lo­ cal 4-H Ashe Youth Connec­ tion is dedicated to matching qualified adult volunteers with the youth who live in the communities," said Di­ rector Debbie Smith. "Youth of today are dealing with the difficult challenges of grow­ ing up. By spending a few hours each week with one of these youth, an adult volun­ teer, by mentoring, has an op­ portunity to lighten the bur­ dens these youth carry with them." "4-H Ashe Youth Connec­ tion members recruit, train, match, and coach adult vol­ unteer mentors to serve as a friend to a youth in need," Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: adverti8ing@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Smith explained. "Mentors are encouraged to incorporate a youth into their daily rou­ tine and ask them to become a part of their life. Generally the youth and mentors share their own interests and skills to enrich'each bther's lives. Undoubtedly, volunteers find mentoring truly rewarding, wondering who gains more, the mentor or the child." Ashe County has about seven matches currently, and has had as many as 21 in one year. Several potential men­ tors are in the application process, but there are over 20 youth on a waiting list, Smith said, and school counselors say they could probably re­ fer twice that many if there were adult mentors to match with them. The greatest need is always for adult males to serve as mentors for the boys referred to the program. "Mentors encourage youth to have success in school, share their life skills and teach positive decision-mak­ ing skills, and expose the young people to opportuni­ ties that enhance their lives," said Smith. A minimum re­ quirement for the mentor is to spend at least eight hours per month with their youth match, although most exceed c YlatiQnalcW^^ &toclamaUoii tcmnc W'HF.RKAS, the cMutiu of Ashe County rocognire dm the ftautr of our County rettr in the hanth ofloday'i youth, who will bo tomonoWi leaden, red reolire thot drrldren and yowl* adult, need a toltd foundation ofruppott that will help thorn become weO ethKated. confident and productive citt/en> giving riae to a monger County, Stale and Nation, and WHKRF.AS, mentoring t< a proven, effective urategy that help, chtlthen and young ukhv by maa-hmg them with a caring, retpoouble eArhwhocan provide gutrtance and dtrectnm. and build thou confidna c and ttahiltty. and WHEREAS, rewarch uttitcaiev thai mentoring ha. a definitive poahive Impact on young people, m creating theit chancel of htgh rchool graduanon and college attendance, ami .Ircreavtng the likelihood .if involvement with drag, alcohnf. and violent hrtreviot; and WHEREAS, thett ate cfukhcn in thil County who ate reeking a mental, and many of theae children are currently on a uniting ha for a mentor, ami WHEREAS. Aafae County join, with the Nation m racogm/ing lannaiy a. National Mentntmg Month. WHEREAS, throughout the month of Ionian people acraw the United Stain will celebrate mrmmmg by iMOmg related event, and actrritiei dial highlight m benefit, and encourage idhrn to volunteer at mentor, for our children and young adalh. ami WHERF.AS.lhe cdehrabon of Mentrmng Mooib encourage, more people to vohmteer a. memoet. in benefit young chiidfon in Arhe Cramty, North Carolina and our Nation, NOW. THEREFORE, the Board ofCounty Commnuonm of A«hr County do hereby proclaim lanu. attach y«ar a. NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH m A«he Courtly, and urge* our caucm to recugaim the importance of on tunrmg and nirad our gratitude to thoae wikmreee. who arc already <me>hed in mentoring program. AaaCbuit ClrSy*' Avhcf treaty B&tdrf' that amount. The matched pairs also participate in group activities that are Fun for the adults and youth. ACT meeting set for Wednesday The ACT Against Cancer Annual Meeting will be held Wednesday, Jan. 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Family Central in Jefferson. This is an opportunity for the public and mem­ bers of the task force to learn about cancer incidence and mortality in the county and ways to help with the various educational programs and projects. It is also a time to learn about the various programs available to cancer survivors and their families. This year the task force is looking for ways to Comments from mentors and their youth matches over the years have shown the success of this program and the impact it has had on the lives of the youth. Although the match is for one year, the friendships can last a life­ time. "He helped me get away from everything," said one youth in comments about his mentor. "We went camping and hiking. I know I would not have been able to do that otherwise." And he described his mentor as "a nice person who cares about others." Mentor Kathleen George said of the experience, "I am so thankful to be a part of this wonderful mission. Debbie Smith is an inspira­ tional and effective leader who truly has a heart for the AYC Governor's One on One mentoring program. The rea­ son why I became a mentor is because every life is precious, and when you are going through tough times, it helps to have a friend in your life who won't judge you or label you and who will help you to realize that you have value and purpose. The very small sacrifice of time invested in a young person who needs en­ couragement can truly make a difference in not only their life, but potentially many other lives. Like a seed plant­ ed. Only God sees how many reach out to the community members with infor­ mation about prevention, treatment and support as well as to assure that everyone has access to early detection. Some of the previous projects which will be reviewed include the Annual Prostate Cancer Screening, the Pink Ribbon Campaign and the Be­ yond Cancer Celebration. Lunch will be provided at the meeting thanks to the Women-In-Touch Endowment Fund. For more information and to reserve your lunch call Nancy Kautz in the office of Ashe Healthy Carolinians at 846-0781. apple trees are in a seed." Mentors w;ere thanked for their participation with a special dinner last Thursday at Winner's Circle in Jeffer­ son. Mentors will be invited to participate in a special re­ treat being planned for late spring. They also receive inservice training. The 4-H Ashe Youth Con­ nection is assisted by an ac­ tive advisory council that includes Andy Sexton, a new public relations person to help promote mentoring and youth matches. Representa­ tives of the council come from all aspects of the community including education, govern­ ment, business, health care, law enforcement and the le­ gal profession, religion and civic organizations. "Lots of good things are happening in the program," said Smith. "We just need more mentors. That's why we celebrate Mentoring Month, to encourage participation and to recognize those par­ ticipants." Ashe County Commission­ ers recognized the program last week by adopting a proc­ lamation in honor of National Mentoring Month. In it, the commissioners note that: "the See Mentors, page 5 Ticketing campaign results announced RALEIGH — The Governor's Highway Safety Program announced Monday that state and local law enforcement officers across North Carolina issued 414,351 traffic and criminal citations dur­ ing "Click It or Ticket" and "Booze It & Lose It" campaigns last year. That total includes 12,265 driving while impaired arrests and 53,452 occupant protection citations for safety belt and child passenger safety violations. Officers also issued 125,371 speeding violations and recovered 3,530 fugitives from justice. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Raymond Cecil Barr Statesville May 3,1925 January 20, 2007 Mr. Raymond Cecil Barr, age 81 of Statesville, NC died Saturday, January 20, 2007. Mr. Barr was born May 3, 1925 in Ashe County to the late Willie and Dottie How­ ell Barr. In addition to his parents he was also preced­ ed in death by a son, Arthur Deqn Barr, grandson, Charles "Chuckie" Daniel Barr, broth­ er, Junior Barr and a sister, Peggy Miller. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at Greens Chapel Sabrina Perkins Hayes Jefferson November 11,1911 January 21, 2007 Sabrina Perkins Hayes, age 96 of Jefferson, NC, died Sunday, January 21, 2007 at Margate Health and Rehab. Center. Mrs. Hayes was born November 11, 1911 in Ashe County to the late William and Annie Woodie Perkins. She was a graduate of Appala­ chian State Teachers College and served the Ashe County School system for five years. She married William Hayes in 1934. She and her husband opened Hayes Hardware in West Jefferson in 1947. Fol­ lowing her husband's death in 1963, Mrs. Hayes contin­ ued to successfully operate Hettie Miller Darnell Jefferson August 13,1923 January 21, 2007 Hettie Miller Darnell, age 83, of Jefferson, NC, died Sunday, January 21, 2007 at Segraves Care Center. Ms. Darnell wps born on August 13, 1923 in Culpepper, WV to the late Edward G. and Dona Miller. She was preceded in death by two sisters and five brothers. Ms. Darnell was a member of Tuckerdale Bap­ tist Church in Lansing, NC. Funeral services were held 8 p.m., Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel in Jefferson, N.C. Elder Eddie Lyle officiated. Burial was held at 10 a.m., Baptist Church. Rev. Bobby Henderson and Rev. Billy Joe Blevins officiated. Burial will follow in the Howell Hill Cem­ etery. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Monday, Jan. 22 at Badger Funeral Home. Flowers will be appreciated or memorial may be made a charity of the donor's choice. Mr. Barr is survived by his wife, Connie Neaves Barr; his sons, James and Louise Barr and Charles and Paula Barr both of Statesville, N.C., Roger and Lana Barr of Bassett, Va. and Billy Barr of Taylorsville, N.C.; daughters, Betty and Jack Kurley, and Shelby and Tony Sherrill both of Statesville, N.C. and Ruth and Mark Foster of Marion, N.C. one sister, Ardeen Rhodes of Warrensville, N.C.; 25 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was in charge of the arrange­ ments. the business until'1983. Graveside services were held at 11 a.m., Thursday, January 25, 2007 at the West Jefferson Cemetery. Rev. Dr. Calvin Miller officiated. Flowers were appreciated or memorials may be made to: Margate Health & Rehab. Activity Fund 540 Waugh St., Jefferson, NC 28640. Mrs. Hayes is survived by her daughters, Selena Par­ sons of Jefferson, N.C. and Lucille Albee of Mobile, Ala.; one grandchild, two great­ grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Wednesday, January 24, 2007 in the Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family received friends from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m., one hour prior to the service on Tuesday evening. Flowers will be appreciated. , Ms. (Darnell" is survived by; one Daughter, Betty and husband, Herman Allison of Cumming, Ga.; one grand­ child, Shannon Allison Warr of Cumming, Ga.; two great­ grandchildren, Lawton Warr and Harper Warr both of Cumming, Ga. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.ashelawn. com Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel was in charge of the ar­ rangements. The Jefferson Post's obituaries way be viewed on-line at wwwjeffersonpost.com Geneva Weaver Vannoy Jefferson February 24, 1936 January 26, 2007 Mrs. Geneva Weaver Van­ noy, age 70, of Jefferson, died Friday, January 26, 2007 at her residence. Funeral services were held on Sunday, January 28, 2007 at 3pm at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home Chapel with Rev. Mace Johnson and Rev. Larry Powers officiating. Burial fol­ lowed in the Orion Baptist Church Cemetery. The family received friends from 1' p.m. - 3 p.m. on Sun­ day, two hours prior to the fu­ neral service. Mrs. Vannoy was born in Ashe County on Monday, Feb­ ruary 24, 1936. to David and Gwen Koontz Weaver. She was the widow of Billy How­ * Maxine Griffitts Hanks Lansing June 24, 1928 January 27, 2007 Mrs. Maxine Griffitts Hanks age 78 of Lansing the Helton community died Sat­ urday, January 27, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Sturgills Baptist Church with Rev. Lloyd Day and Rev. Billy Joe Blevins officiating. Burial will follow in Zion Hill Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Monday, January 29, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mrs. Hanks was born in Ashe County on June 24,1928 to the late Clarence Griffitts and the late Ester Pennington Eula Gertrude Greene Laurance Fleetwood April 18,1916 January 21, 2007 Mrs. Eula Gertrude Greene Laurance, age 90, of Fleet­ wood, died Sunday, January 21, 2007 at Segraves Care Center in Jefferson. Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 27, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Mission Home Baptist Church with Rev. Jack Miller and Ed Pais­ ley officiating. Burial followed in the Fleetwood Community Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 26, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mrs. Laurance Was born in Ashe County on Tuesday, April 18, 1916 to the late James Conley and Anner Luellen Watson Greene. She married Joseph Walters Lau­ rance on June 11, 1933. She New painless treatment for common health condition Are you feeling fatigue, weakness, forgetfulness? Do you have a lack of coordina­ tion or difficulty walking? These are the common symp­ toms of vitamin B12 deficien­ cy, a severe and under-diag­ nosed problem throughout the world that is now being associated with Alzheimer's disease, among other common ailments. Vitamin B12 is an essen­ tial vitamin that plays an im­ portant role in the formation of red blood cells and in the health of nerve tissue. Left untreated, vitamin B12 de­ ficiency may lead to anemia, intestinal problems and irre­ versible nerve damage. It is a severe problem that affects people of all races. Generally, no one knows what causes B12 deficiency. But certain groups of people are particu­ larly vulnerable, such as those who have had gastric bypass surgery or gastrectomy, AIDS patients or people suffering from Crohn's disease. In the United States, esti­ mates suggest over 20 percent of the population may be defi­ cient or borderline deficient. A study of 3000 people in Framington, Mass., funded by the Agricultural Research Ser­ vice, the USDA's chief scien­ tific agency, found 39 percent of test subjects with blood B12 levels in the "low normal" range. And the incidence ap­ pears to increase with age. In one study, 15 percent of adults older than 65 years had laboratory evidence of vitamin B12 deficiency. Addi­ tionally, a report in The New England Journal of Medicine provides some of the most powerful evidence yet of an association between B12 defi­ ciency and dementia risk. The NIH-sponsored Alzheimer's Disease Cooperative Study is already planning a clinical trial of folate and vitamins B6 and B12 to test whether reducing homocysteine levels with high doses of these vi­ tamin supplements can slow the rate of cognitive decline in people diagnosed with Alzheimer'sDisease. The good news is that, once diagnosed, B12 deficiency is easy to treat. However, for years the only FDA-approved treatment for B12 deficiency was a lifelong supplication to painful injections. But treat­ ment of B12 deficiencyjust got easier. Now the FDA has ap­ proved a simple and painless nasal B12 spray that is selfadministered and requires nothing more than one puff in one nostril, once a week, to maintain B12 blood levels. Nascobal® Nasgl Spray is now available throughout the U.S. The nasal spray has sev­ eral advantages over the tra­ ditional injections besides an increase in comfort. Nascobal has a weekly dosage, which helps patients avoid the peak and troughs in serum levels associated with injections. Additionally, since the prod­ uct is a simple nasal spray, treatment for B12 deficiency becomes less of a burden. The product is only avail­ able by prescription. If you believe you are suffering from vitamin B12 deficiency, visit your physician to dis­ cuss the importance of vita­ min B12 treatment. To learn more about Nascobal, call 1866-528-4750 or visit www. nascobal.com. ard Vannoy, and was a homemaker. She is survived by a daugh­ ter, Gail Neaves and husband, Jerry, of Jefferson;four sisters, Wanda Bare, Alice Bare, Lib Wyrick, all of West Jefferson and Faye Long, of Jefferson; three granddaughters; two great-grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. Flowers accepted or me­ morials may be made to: Ori­ on Baptist Church Building Fund or Orion Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, do Betty Jen­ kins, 2344 NC Hwy. 16 South, Jefferson, NC 28640. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson was in charge of these arrange­ ments. Griffitts. She was preceded in death by her husband Avery Hanks. Mrs. Hanks is survived by, one son Bob Hanks of Jef­ ferson, one daughter, Rita Hanks of Lansing, two broth­ ers, Danny Griffitts, Garry Griffitts both of Lansing, one step granddaughter, Lori Cal­ loway of Jefferson, several nieces also survive. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to: High Country Health Care System Hospice, PO Box 786, Jefferson, NC 28640. You may send your con­ dolences to the family at our website www.boonefuneralhome.com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. was a member at Mission Home Baptist Church. She was a Homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Wal­ ters Laurance on'November 16, 2000 and a grandson, Ed­ ward Laurance. She is survived by a son, Joe Laurance, of Fleetwood; three daughters, Reba Wil­ liams, of Colorado Springs, Lucy Brown, of Fleetwood and Rebecca West, of Virginia Beach, Va.; a brother, James C. Greene, Jr.; a sister, Bertie Blackburn, of Winston-Sa­ lem, N.C.; eight grandchil­ dren, Gwyndena Petrick, of Simi Valley, Cslif., Donna Brown, of Wilkesboro, Robin Tadie, of Colorado {Springs, Colo., Eula Cathrine Greenberg, of Houston Texas, Jill Moody, of Roanoke, Va., Julia Olivier, of Virginia Beach, Va., Christy Feldman, of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Lynette Higgins, of Wilmington, N.C.; twelve great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to: Mission Home Baptist Church, 581 Railroad Grade Road, Fleet­ wood, NC 28626 or to Seg­ raves Care Center, 200 Hos­ pital Avenue, Jefferson, NC 28640. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson was in charge of these arrange­ ments. James Patrick Sikes Lansing Died January 18, 2007 James Patrick Sikes, 79, a month shy of 80, passed from our earthly domain on January 18, 2007. Those who knew him mourn his pass­ ing, and we feel numb and empty that his physical pres­ ence no longer brightens and fills our lives. But we share a multitude of memories to relieve our suffering and an­ guish, and gratitude such a man gave us his complete love, devotion and attention. His people were from humble origins of Anglo-Saxon and Irish ancestry. In America, they found -whatever work they could, not to prosper, but merely survive, while looking for opportunities. He was born in West Palm Beach where he acquired a life-long love of fishing. His early years offered great challenges, try­ ing to remain steadfast and determined through family woes and during the Great Depression. He graduated from Palm Beach High, at­ tended the University of Flor­ ida, and served our country, with honor, as a navy soldier during World War II. A mod­ est man, he never revealed one particular act of hero­ ism until a North Carolina congressman, now a senator, recently awarded him medals of valor for saving the lives of fellow troops during a fire that engulfed a section of his ship. His greatest day occurred when he was introduced to his future bride, Joyce Anne Johnson. In fact, throughout his latter years and up to his final days, he told everyone he was the luckiest man in the world for havipg Joy as his wife, his life-long companion and soul mate. He cherished their shared lives together, even during good and bad times, during sickness and health. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on January 12, 2007; it was a vi­ Patton Miller Joppa, Maryland April 14,1922 January 13, 2007 Patton Miller, age 84, of Joppa, Maryland, formerly of Ashe County, died January 13, 2007 at Upper Chesa­ peake Medical Center, Bel Air, Maryland. Born in Jef­ ferson, N.C..April 14,1922 to brant and strong connubial bond that no calamity or ill fortune could break asunder. This was a man who loved his family and friends, and he would do anything to help them in their time of need. You could depend on him for anything. Whether helping out with a move, caring for a loved one, lending a hand to a neighbor or church member, Mr. Sikes was "Mr. Reliable." He worked hard, whether in the office or on the home front, for almost sixty years. Even after retiring to the mountains, he found work at Blue Ridge Supply and trav­ eled the winding mountain roads over an hour each way to perform steady, dedicated work. He served as a paragon for his only son, Steven Bri­ an, and taught him to look "always" for the good traits in people; indeed, you would never hear James Patrick Sikes speak ill of anyone. He taught his son how to fish in the oceans, lakes, rivers and mountain streams. He taught him how to split wood to make firewood. He taught him about history and introduced him to the magic of the written word by taking him to libraries to check out books when his son was a mere youth. Under his wife's tutelage, Mr. Sikes became a lover of animals, and he especially loved the family pets, includ­ ing Casey, Chelsea, Brutus and Sam. His skills and talents ranged from carpentry, gar­ dening, painting, writing and, most importantly, caring for his loved ones with the great­ est devotion. He is survived by his be­ loved wife, Joy; his son and admirer, Steven Brian; his brother, Michael, and many cousins, nieces, nephews, sister-in-laws and a brother-inlaw. Despite our pain and grief, we take solace, knowing that we will be together again in heaven, and' until that ap­ pointed time, we will con­ tinue to reflect on the life of James Patrick Sikes, a great man who enriched our lives immeasurably by his charac­ ter and example and who will provide us with many heart ^ felt memories to treasure. In lieu of flowers, or formal ser­ vice, please send any humble contributions to: Warrensville Baptist Church and/or Ashe County Public Library. the late Columbus Michael and Ida Virginia Belcher Miller, Mr. Miller was a Navy veteran of World War II and was a member of the Ameri­ can Legion Post 39 in Bel Air. He retired from Genstar Campbell & Son after 25 ye3ars of service. He was an avid horse racing fan, hunter and fisherman. A military service was held Wednesday in Abingdon, Maryland, and burial fol­ lowed in Highview Memorial Gardens, Fallston, Maryland. Mr. Miller is survived by his wife of 58 years, Johnny Craven Miller, of the home; two daughters, Barbara Sheets of North Wilkesboro, N.C., and Patricia Stangeland of Bel Air, Maryland; five grandchildren, six great grandchildren and one sister, Johnsie Dancy, of Jefferson, N.C. ATTENTION!!! Ashe County Worship Center now located at 863 Ray Taylor Road West Jefferson, NC Service Times: Sundays: Sunday School 10:00 am Praise & Worship 10:30 am Worship Service 11:00 am Wednesdays: Worship & Youth 7:00 pm Pastor Chuck Call For More Information call 336-846-1189 Wmu �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2007 PAGE 3 THE GOLDEN POST Senior Center calendar for February Thursday, February 1 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle Friday, February 2 Groundhog Day 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting class with Betty Roten 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30 a.m.-Noon: Red Hill Ramblers 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, February 5 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ed Tuesday, February 6 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Floral Arranging Wednesday, February 7 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging % 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Noon: AARP meeting (covered dish lunch) Thursday, February 8 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 8-11 a.m.: Social Security representative 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Pat 1-4 p.m.: Quilt Guild Friday, February 9 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Cleveland Home Medical Mobility with Elaine Hayes • 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Floral Arranging Monday, February 12 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 11:30 a.m.: Nutrition Update Tuesday, February 13 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Floral Arranging Wednesday, February 14 Happy Valentine's Day! 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 9:30 a.m.-Noon: Valentine party with bingo, prizes and refreshments 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Wednesday, February 21 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-l p.m.: Ashe County Health Forum 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Thursday, February 22 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle Friday, February 23 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting class 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Program on "Fire Safety for Older Adults" 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Thursday, February 15 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon Quilting with Rosa Belle (new class) Monday, February 26 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 11:30 a.m.: Food Safety 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Friday, February 16 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Edith and Friends 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Tuesday, February 27 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 11:30 a.m.: Program on "Donations and Helping Others" 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Floral Arranging Monday, February 19 President's Day 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Wednesday, February 28 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.: Quilt Guild Sewing Day 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Tuesday, February 20 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Exercise Room, Blood Pressure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab; 10 a.m.-Noon: Rook Games; 10-11:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes. SHIIP offers information about health screenings Preventative healthcare is important for all of us, but especially important for our seniors. Medicare cov­ ers preventative screenings' and other health care to help its seniors and other beneficiaries stay healthy and identify potential risk areas. SHIIP has explained which preventative tests and screenings are covered, how often they are covered and what the costs are to beneficiaries. Please share this information with your audience. If you have media ques­ tions about SHIIP or Medicare issues, please con­ tact Kristin Milam in the Department of Insurance's Public Information Office at (919) 733-5238. If your audiences have addi­ tional questions about Medicare or these preven­ tative health care options, Senior Center hosting 'Art of Aging' exhibit Creative folks are invited to enter "The Art of Aging" juried competition and win prizes while contributing to the decor and character of Ashe County Senior Center. All art submitted must be aging or senior-related. Entries can be paintings, drawings, photography, of other mediums that are framed and can be hung on a wall. Subjects can be peo­ ple, animals, plants, nature or inanimate objects; any­ thing tasteful that repre­ sents aging. Prizes for the show are $50 for third place, $100 for second place, $200 for first place, and $300 for best overall. "This project is sup­ ported by a grant from the Grassroots Arts Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and a Projects Pool Grant from the Ashe County Arts Council." The exhibit opens June 8 in connection with the first Gallery Crawl in downtown West Jefferson and remains on display until Aug. 3. Entries must be submitted to Ashe Services for Aging in West Jefferson between May 28 and May 31, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Selections for acceptance and win­ ners will be chosen on June 3 and the exhibit will be hung between June 5 and 7. Exhibitors and winners will be notified by email or phone on June 5 and 6. The exhibit opens June 8 with a reception for artists and awards presented. "We are doing this to showcase art in the com­ munity, and we want to attract more people to the senior center to see what the center has to offer," said Volunteer Coordinator Dawn Goodman. "We are collaborating with the Ashe County Arts Council, and we are very excited afyout that. We want to encour­ age people who don't know about us to come see the senior center. It is a senior center for everyone, and we want to showcase that. There is a lot going on here and we want people to know about it. The artwork from this show will be displayed in the first floor hallway, and will hopefully attract lots of people to come and see it." Ashe Services for Aging and the senior center on Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson offers a wide vari­ ety of services and activi­ ties for adults and senior citizens. For more information about the art competition and to receive a registration form, call Dawn Goodman at 246-2461. please refer them to SHIIP (Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program) at 1-800-443-9354 or www. ncshiip.com. SHIIP Reminds People with Medicare to Stay Healthy For whatever reason, many of us procrastinate when it comes to preven­ tative health care and medicine that can keep us healthier longer, and often the only time we see our doc­ tors is when we are sick. For seniors and other Medicare beneficiaries, preventative health care is an important aspect of the bigger health care picture. Many people may not real­ ize it, but Medicare offers many preventive benefits to its beneficiaries includ- ' ing the screenings listed below. The Department of Insurance's Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) encourag­ es everyone with Medicare to take full advantage of the program's benefits. Screenings: • Welcome to Medicare Physical, only during first six months of Medicare Part B coverage, 20 Grading percent of approved amount. Cardiovascular, every five years Lab tests - no coin­ surance or deduct­ ible; Screenings - 20 percent of approved amount Mammograms, every 12 months for women 40 or older; Baseline screening for women between 35 and 39, 20 per­ cent of approved amount, deductible does not apply Pap Test and Pelvic Exam, every 24 months; every 12 months for women who have received abnoripal results within the previous 36 months or are high risk for cervi­ cal or vaginal can­ cer. Pap Lab test - no cost; Pap test col­ lection, pelvic and breast exams - 20 percent of approved amount, deductible does not apply Colorectal Cancer Fecal Occult Blood Test - every 12 c„ P '>e All lypes of Grading Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & Insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman % Office • (828)963-4069 Cell •(828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-86 1 O months; Flexible Sigmoidoscopy every 48 months; Colonoscopy - every 10 years; every 24 months for high risk patients; Barium Enema (instead of colonoscopy) - every 48 months; every 24 months for high risk patients. Fecal Occult Blood - no cost; all others - 20 percent of approved amount. If the flex­ ible sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy is done on a hospital outpatient basis, the cost is 25 per­ cent of the approved amount. Prostate Cancer, PSA blood screen­ ing or Rectal exam - every 12 months for men age 50 and older, PSA screen­ ing - no cost; rectal exam - 20 percent of approved amount Vaccinations, Flu and Pneumonia - every 12 months; Hepatitis B - three shots for complete protection; check with doctor for • • • criteria.. Flu and Pneumonia - no cost; Hepatitis B - 20 percent of approved amount Bone Mass, every 24 months for those at risk for osteopo­ rosis (more if medi­ cally necessary), 20 percent of approved amount Diabetes, screen­ ings - twice annu­ ally for high risk patients, Screenings - no cost; supplies (monitors, strips, lancets, etc.) - 20 percent of approved amount; Diabetes Self-Management Training (if appli­ cable) - 20 percent of approved amount Glaucoma, annu­ ally for high risk patients, 20 per­ cent of approved amount. For more information about these preventative benefits or other information related to Medicare, contact SHIIP at 1-800-443-9354 or contact local SHIIP repre­ sentative Louise Caudill at 246-4347. WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER - OR TIMBERLAND s, /$&St MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-127-5113 �u pinion to me to cjec^e whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers "*^8r^ ^ without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter" —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Some unsung winter heroes PAGE 4 TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2007 Taxation vs assessment E S B X A T U To the Editor: VJtLCMtOUR Several letters and your PAyDAY LOANS editorials on this subject are CUSTOMERS SO the reason for my first let­ N\UCH,WEWNT ter to the editor. All parties I TO KEEPTHEM think are looking at different FOREVER!" parts of the picture rather A generation ago, Tom deep. They do it when their than the whole. Let me try to Wolfe wrote "The Last families would much rather illustrate by example. American Hero." have them safe at home. Over 50 years ago, I lived The story of racecar And they do it for everyone in a small coastal town in driver Junior Johnson was in this county. If that is Massachusetts in many ways dramatic enough, but the not heroic, we are not sure not unlike Ashe County. It title—written at a time what heroism means. was small and known for its when heroes seemed to Because they risk their scenic harbor and beaches. some to be rare—was obvi­ necks on the bad roads, our The taxation and assessment ously inaccurate. We were plants can keep operating. (they are both very much in­ reminded forcefully of that Our hospitals and nursing terrelated) system were nor­ on Sept. 11, 2001, and ever homes can have fresh work­ mal for most of the state at since. ers on every shift. Needed the time. When you bought But not all heroes are deliveries to such facili­ a house it was assessed at found at the scene of disas­ ties can be made. Help can your buying price. A reason­ ably depend on your point of preacher of ideas and opin­ ters, or the battlefield. reach those who are sick, able uniform system where view. Would such a system ions, and extremely intel­ Right here in Ashe County and law enforcement can you are taxed on what you be legal? That is a question ligent. I try to measure my there are heroes, and this safely get to emergency sit­ thought the house was worth. for the lawyers. The point to speech, Bill gives you both weekend's cold and snowy uations. Fire departments It was also very cheap for ponder on in this discussion: barrels. Bill can play the weather brought some to can respond to calls, even the town, as it did not have costly assessment offices and growth. Some argued this Is it right to tax people who fiddle. I can play the radio mind., on remote roads. Our retail can least afford it out of the (except in my van where the Whenever ice or snow sector can remain open for consultants. Most people buy was fair; others said it was only home they have because station selector is broken). hits, you will hear friends business, keeping the econ­ the house they can afford unfair. As is often the case of property value growth and To debate Bill, for most peo­ and as their means improved when this occurs lawyers are and neighbors agree on one omy flourishing. All this they usually moved up by called in and when the law­ expansion with no ability to ple, would be analogous to thing: "I'm glad I didn't get happens because a small purchasing a bigger or im­ suits settled there was a new buy a replacement home in taking a knife to a gun fight. out in that." It is, however, group of people are will­ proved house providing a fair law in the land. All would be the area because of the new For me, well, I do alright. exactly when the weather ing—for. no huge salary—to amount of turnover. Sales or treated the same under the prices? Culturally, Bill and I are goes bad that the people get out of their warm homes, process of probate caused the tax system. All houses must different. I am a natural born of the N.C. Department of bundle up, climb in freezing property to be re-assessed at be reassessed at fair mar­ Henry Reintges Southerner with magnolias, Transportation get going. West Jefferson Spanish Moss,and Cyprus cold trucks and drive over the new sale price or probate ket value by an independent When the forecasts look dangerous roads. stumps coursing through my value. (With the advent of (and costly) assessment of­ definite for bad weather, veins. Bill is a transplanted In return for this hero­ living trusts this would have fice every five years. they head for their "battle ism, these drivers are too to be addressed to insure reYankee (Massachusetts no I never got to see the less). I don't know what is stations," starting these often the subject of criti­ evaluation when the original long-term results of this on To the Editor: coursing through his veins days to spread a de-icing cism by those who want owner dies.) For the time be­ my small town as I moved In Ashe County I have (certainly not Kennedy, Ker­ mixture that has dramati­ them to get to every road ing let us stay with this stat­ to Washington, D.C., but I many friends of many stripes. cally improved recovery simultaneously. We say to ic model town. As inflation do know the small town is Some are liberal (believe it ry, or Frank). But whatever times when ice or a big the critics: hush! If you do increases the cost of govern­ no longer the picturesque or not), others conservative it is it's laced with fire. Our snow storm hits. not like how these heroes ment and services there is place I grew up in. I did see (the majority), others are backgrounds are profound­ Then, when the frozen do their job, you might ben­ need for more tax revenue. the results of uncontrollable senior (Ashe Services for Ag­ ly different. I grew up in a "Beaver Cleaver" home; Bill If the rate of change and mi­ growth and land speculation stuff is falling, they climb efit from climbing aboard a ing) and of course others are did not. back into the driver's seats truck some bitter night and nor growth is sufficient, the in the D.C. area. People who young (school). It is said that It spite of all these differ­ and travel our main roads opening the way for your added revenue from re-sales lived in houses under fixed and growth could cover the incomes lost their houses to a measure of a man is the ences Bill and I have much and then the secondar­ neighbors to get to work— added needs; i.e., no tax rate taxes as local assessments number of his friends and in common. We both have ies, plowing and spreading or to the hospital. increased. In my closed town climbed at 20 to 30 percent I am very blessed to have lovely wives and are devoted salt. They do this when the Then you might have a all are taxed based on what per year to fuel expansion many. But, as with all rela­ husbands. There is little dif­ thermometer is below zero, taste of what it feels like to they thought their house was and land speculation that tionships, some stand out ference in our philosophy in and when the snow is feet be a hero. worth when they paid for it they neither wanted nor en­ more than others and such is the arena of work ethics. We and as their lot improved joyed. I am relatively new to the case with my dear friend are both right wing conser­ Bill Reed III. vative nuts and happy to be and they got larger houses Ashe County, retiring here Bill is in the process of alive and well in this great hua® m they increased their portion in 1994, but there are all the of the taxes not unlike the signs of this county going moving to South Carolina. country of America. And we idea behind our federal and •the way of my little home­ He says he misses the heat are "Patriots." Though an oxymoron, state graduated income tax town. Now I am not against and Spanish Moss. Well, he'll scale. all growth in fact I was quite get both down there near Bill's greatest virtue is sim­ Charleston. What I will miss ple yet profound. Bill Reed Now let me add the real happy to see the addition of is Bill. III is honest. He says what world that indeed came to my Wal Mart and Lowes. New I first met Bill by tele­ he means and he means small town in real life. People technical or non-polluting were drawn to the wonderful industries are indeed very phone about five years ago what he says and he would life in our small and scenic desired to give the area a when he called in reference take a bullet for his friends. town. There was a building base for new people rather to a letter I had written to This honesty not being un­ boom as more people moved than the graying group of the editor of the Jefferson derstood by his (mine also) in. Now the need for increas­ retirees. However one must Post relative to panhandling great nemesis, the liberal es in tax revenue was not address who is going to pay and slothfulness. I knew left. I am going to miss Bill driven by inflation but rath­ for this expansion (the sub­ nothing of Bill and was er demand for added levels of ject of how much expansion taken aback when the con­ and I will always consider versation began in this man­ him AWOL because I did not services for the new popula­ is desired is another topic). tion in fire, police, sanitation, Under the current tax laws ner. I said, "hello". Bill said; give him permission to leave. and right down the line. As it may be the ones who can "Is this Kershaw Getty", I I'll have to fight the battle demand increased and land least afford it: the long-term responded; "it is", Bill .coun­ against the Watauga and available remained constant, residents living on minimum tered, "how dare you be so Ashe liberal bunch alone and prices of homes increased. wages paying for an expan­ unfeeling and expect people that's a dirty trick to play on Under my model the new ar­ sion that is changing the to work for a living", thus be­ a friend, but I am certain he rivals were assessed again very life that made them gan a great friendship. Now will kick some liberal fan­ at what they paid for their want to live in Ashe County if you know Bill you also nies down there in the "IQW know the comment to me country" in my name. Member: home while already settled in the first place. was "tongue in cheek," for N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) For the readers of my people remained assessed Would the old system of at their purchase price. This assessment and taxation Bill marches to "the beat of web-site www.kershawgetty. Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. meant that the people that work here? Yes and would a different drummer." What com, if Bill will clean up his Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave.> West Jefferson, NC 28694. caused the need for expand­ save the very costly expense started with that conversa­ act I'll be posting some of his Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. ed new services paid more of re-assessment every eight tion was Ashe County's ver­ opinions there. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Adids, Amigo! of their cost. Older residents years while being absolutely sion of the "Odd Couple." Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ I am a conservative, Bible did still have some tax in­ accurate with current prop­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new Kershaw Getty creases by tax rate changes if erty values. Would this sys­ "thumping, preacher with a and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Fleetwood expansion did not cover cost tem be fair? That will prob- reasonable amount of intel­ ligence. Bill is an agnostic, NO CREDIT CHECKS', Letters to the Editor Goodbye Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. The American people have spoken—but there are still a few leaders who think they do not have to listen. In November, a political revolution took place. It was not about the economy, as in 1932, or about government spending, as it was in 1994. It was about Iraq. Every poll taken in the past year shows the same thing:an overwhelm­ ing majority of the American people are sick of this war. They realize they were lied to and tricked into supporting it, that it is bankrupting the na­ tion and that far too many in­ nocent people—American and Iraqi—are dying. For those reasons, they took away the president's legislative support and sent representatives to Washington with a mandate: find a way out of Iraq. The president's response to this has been his scheme to increase our presence there, even though tjie increase will mean fewer troops than at our Mr. earlier peak — when we still could not con­ tain the insurgen­ cyThen on Friday he dipped back into his cliche closet to haul forth a familiar phrase: "I'm the decision-maker" on Iraq. Excuse me, Mr. Presi­ dent, but we, the American people, are the decision mak­ ers on Iraq. You have proven your incompetence as com­ mander-in-chief over and over again; your failure is written on every flag-draped coffin that—hidden from the eyes.of the nation—comes back from Iraq. Your failure is shown by Osama bin Laden, still free and dangerous over five years after he murdered 3,000 Americans. Maybe, Mr. Presi­ dent, you should realize you don't have the answers—or perhaps even the ability—and start listening to the American people and their representa­ tives. That includes the grow­ ing number of Republicans who are opposed to this war. Mr. President, you can continue to live in the little, closed world you have chosen to inhabit, imagining a divine voice is leading you to kill peo­ ple. Then, in two years, what will happen to your support­ ers in Congress and party will not be pretty. If Iraq is still a war zone and our troops are still there with the conflict continuing (and if our troops are still there, that seems a certainty), the American peo­ ple will almost certainly elect a Democratic president and a veto-proof Democratic major­ ity in Congress. Or, Mr. President, you can admit your failure and start listening. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Little League meeting today Hearing continued from front page ergy and sell it to Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corpo­ ration. The proposed wind turbines could stand 260 to 345 feet tall (26 to 34 stories) on the ridge tops, and that plus the fears of noise, possi-. ble condemnation of property for utility lines and negative impacts on property values and the environment, has many local residents up in arms against the project. According to the applica­ tion filed last year, the wind farm is proposed "on land bordering the Rich Hill Road, Willie Walker Road, Roaring Fork Road, Big Springs Road, and East Big Springs Road." The site is owned by Dr. Richard Calhoun, who filed the application as member/ manager of Northwest Wind Energies, later renamed Northwest Wind Developers. Calhoun was present at the hearing, but made no com­ ments. The proposed $60 to $65 million wind farm would sell power to Blue Ridge Electric. "The report gives first year sales of electricity at $1,575 million, increasing gradually to $10,275 million by year 10, and cresting over $13 million in the final three years .of the 20-year projection. With ad­ justments to taxable income, including depreciation, the report projects the wind farm would become profitable in the second year, and continue so through the 20-year cycle." Financing and a comprehen­ sive wind study are pending. The two closest residents of the proposed wind farm are on opposite sides of the issue. C.B. Elliott of Creston said his home is closest to the site, and he and his wife be­ lieve they would rather have a wind farm than more hous­ es in the currently sparsely developed neighborhood. Scot Pope, whose house sits, just below the ridge where some of the turbines may be located, said he must defend against something he be­ lieves will be a threat,to his health and well-being and the quality of his remaining life. From the map of the pro­ posed site, all of the turbines would be within 4,500 feet of his house, most within 1,000 to 3,000 feet, Pope said. With no ordinance in Ashe County determining setbacks for such a project, there is no regulation on how far the turbines must be from homes and businesses. Pope's concerns echo those of other opponents who be­ lieve from information they have obtained that wind tur­ bines such as those proposed by Northwest Wind Develop­ ers can be noisy, cause blade flicker against the sun, and impact the dark night skies because of aircraft warning lights required for structures over 200 feet tall. This hearing, said Pope, should be not about individ­ ual interests, but the prec­ edent that would be set for Ashe County by approving this project. The mountains are a most precious natural resource, he said, and choos­ ing wind over the protection of ridge tops should be a choice of last resort. More emotional testimony was given by John Macknee of Lansing. "As far as I'm con­ cerned, I live at ground zero, within a quarter of a mile of many of the proposed sites," he said. In tears, he spoke of potential health problems his family and livestock could face from the wind turbines. "It's just...it's devastating," he or not to support any energy outspoken supporters of re­ said. "I moved here because I production.' There are new newable energy, such as can wanted to be in nature and technologies, he said, for be done with a well designed homeschool my children and noise reduction on airplanes, home system. But they have the idea that these turbines and such technology could be serious reservations about are going up all around my applied to wind turbines. "I the proposed wind farm in property is terrifying. I don't support in any way possible ' Creston, he said.There are too have the money to move, and anything we can do to avoid many unanswered questions I don't want to move. This is coal burning technology," he on such a massive project. the worst possible thing that said. "We owe it to the people There is concern about noise could happen to me and my in the coal fields." from these huge mechani­ family." The lone outsider speak­ cal machines, the impact on The first speaker of the ing against the project was the environment with utility evening was Kalen Fulbright Johnny Burleson of Raleigh corridors, roads needed to ac­ of Lansing who said there is who remembered visits to commodate the equipment, a price to pay for any energy Ashe County as a child and and lights that could destroy consumption, and the pro­ getting to know Ruth Vannoy the night sky. "There have posed wind farm in Creston who taught him to appreciate been legal precedents set for is too big a price. She com­ Ashe County and its moun­ other structures," he said. "I mented on the potential de­ tains. "I ask that we respect believe such wind turbines struction of mountain roads the Ridge Law and protect have the potential to meet and forest clearing just to the mountains for future future energy needs, but get the multi-ton equipment generations," he said. not sited on mountaintops." Many of the local people Smaller windmills in' other to the site. Millions of dol­ lars would be contributed and several from outside the areas would not cause such by taxpayers, she said, for a county speaking in favor of a visual blight, he said, and private business that would the project represented the could power many homes. provide Ashe County little farming community. A short Dennis Scanlin of Viias • or no revenue. Blue Ridge statement of support was giv­ with the ASU Small Wind Electric would be forced to en by Tom Reeves of Crum- Initiative said he supports buy the power at a higher pler, chairman of the Ashe small scale wind energies, but rate because it is considered County Agricultural Adviso­ after visiting wind farms has green energy. There would ry Committee and Farmland come to the conclusion that be destruction of habitat and Preservation who submitted large wind can well address watershed, and a loss of .the a letter of support from the. energy needs. He referred to premiums paid in property members. .He was followed the large wind turbines as values for scenic beauty and by Paul Sherman of Raleigh "gentle giants" with noise serene quiet. "One big mess" who noted the support of the that rarely exceeds the natu­ is how she described the pro­ North Carolina Farm Bu­ ral sound of the wind. "This posed project. reau. Farmers benefit greatly is a technology that works Fulbright was followed from renewable energies, he well," he said. "Wind turbines by Russell Harper of Sugar said, and the proposed wind will only work on mountain Grove whose comments about farm would add to the diver­ ridge tops. They will be vis­ the need to curb global warm­ sification of energy produc­ ible. I believe windmills are ing and move away from fos­ tion. Bobby Absher of Crum- beautiful," comparing them sil fuels to renewable sources pler, representing the Farm to the Statue of Liberty and of energy were echoed over Bureau in Ashe County, said cathedrals. "The Ridge Law and over during the hearing lahd owners have the right to is a disgrace," he said. "If not by supporters of this wind make a profit on their land wind, what is the answer to a farm project. "Many busi­ and there is room here for di­ need for sustainable energy? nesses are going green, and versity. Farmers want to keep If not in Ashe County, where?" more must be done to create their land, Absher said, and Many in the audience replied, positive change without de­ realtors want them to sell it. "Boone" and "Vilas." lay," he said. "Like most new Josh Johnson, vice presi­ Watauga County has en­ ideas challenging the norm, dent of the Ashe County Board acted regulations regard­ there is resistance. Change is of Realtors, said his roots in ing the use of utility scale not easy all the time, but iri the county go back six or sev­ wind turbines subject to the this case, change is what we en generations and it is the county's High Impact Land need. Properly planned, such natural scenic beauty of the Use Ordinance. Ashe Coun­ facilities can meet people's county he. has enjoyed most ty commissioners will take needs with minimal impact." since he was a child. "I do not on this issue at their next Early in the hearing, oppo­ want to look at wind turbines meeting when they conduct a nents of the project seemed to on the top of the mountains, public hearing before consid­ be the majority as laughs fol­ personally," he said, and the ering an ordinance on wind lowed comments from Harp­ board of realtors has voted turbines. That is the right er and others about tourists in opposition to this project. move, according to Matt Wascoming to see the wind tur­ He said the county had near son of Todd who said that the bines and the potential for $300 million in real estate decision on location of wind establishing trails and a visi­ sales last year, and he fears turbines rests with the coun­ tor's center at the site. When a loss in property value and ty and not the Utilities Com­ Utilities Commissioner Bill local taxes from the introduc­ mission. It is the job of the Culpepper presiding over the tion of wind turbines on the county to set standards, he hearing asked Harper to wind ridge tops. "I'm very, very, said, and the job of the Utili­ up his comments, many in the very concerned because I'm ties Commission to assess crowd shouted "Amen!" One not sure Ashe County people the necessity and relative man asked if local residents know what will happen to benefits of the project. "For could speak first and Culpep­ their property values if these the sake of diversification per said everyone would have turbines go in." and North Carolina sharing a chance to speak that want­ The Ashe County Home- ' the energy burden," he said, ed to, and there would be no builders organization is also "wind power makes sense." Discussion on this project particular order. Hours later opposed to the project. Darrel toward the end of the hearing Hamilton of Jefferson, former will continue Tuesday, Feb. • when what looked like less president of the group, said 13 at 9:30 a.m. in the Utili­ than half the original crowd "We support renewable en­ ties Commission hearing was left, the majority of those ergy, but not at the expense room in the Dobbs Building in Raleigh when the Utilities who remained seemed to be of raping our ridge tops." the supporters of the project, A speaker who received Commission reconvenes the applauding those who spoke close attention was Ron public hearing for further in favor. Joyner of Lansing who with comments and testimony Heart-wrenching testi­ his wife Suzanne has lived from experts and the parties mony was given about what "off the grid" for 10 years, involved in the project. The Ashe County Board of has happened to the moun­ powering their home and tains in Kentucky, West Vir­ farm with renewable forms Commissioners will conduct ginia and Southwest Virginia of energy such as wind and a public hearing on Monday, through coal mining. Steve solar. The success they have Feb. 5 at 5 p.m. during their Owen of Boone said "for us to had, he said, has made them regular monthly meeting. say no to wind farms in our backyards makes us co-conspirators to what's happen­ ing in the coal fields." It is a moral matter as well as an economic matter, he said, to share the responsibility for energy consumption. Benji Burrell of Mountain City, formerly of Todd, said he lives six miles from the proposed wind farm and it is a difficult decision whether NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING Ashe County Board of Commissioners will conduct a Public Hearing to.consider adopting an Ordinance regulating Windpower Generation / Windmills within the boundaries of Ashe County. This consideration will include the development, construction and/or operation of wind power generation. This Public Hearing will be at the Ashe County Courthouse, Small Courtroom, 150 Government Circle, Jefferson NC - Monday, February 5, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. I 'Public may be required to "sign in" for making comments. Due to an overwhelming demand for more support of the Ashe County Little League, there will be an over­ all restructuring meeting today at 6 p.m. in the large conference room of Family Central. Anyone interested in becoming a future part of Little League should attend. This meeting is open to the public, and anyone who has children in youth baseball or Softball, coaches, or just wants to help be a part of this orga­ nization is encouraged to at­ tend. Discussion will include charter renewal, election of officers, and the ever popular "fun day." Ken Guyton, for­ mer president of Ashe County Little League, will be pres­ ent to help answer questions and foster in the new officers. He has been instrumental in keeping the Ashe County Little League alive here for the past 12 years, and will be a major help with the new re­ structuring. A very exciting partner- ship will also begin at this meeting between the Ashe County Parks and Recreation staff and the Ashe County Little League. For the first time ever, members of the Ashe County Parks and Rec­ reation staff will sit on the board of the Ashe County Little League as active board members. They will help in the logistics of field main­ tenance and reservations, game and practice schedules, and will be available to field the hundreds of phone calls that have once been the sole responsibility of the Guyton family. "We are excited about the future of this league, and look forward to the coming year," said Ashe County Parks and Recreation Director Joe Boccardy. "If you or anyone you know may be interested in be­ coming a part of the new look for the Ashe County Little League, please come to this meeting or call 982-6185 for further information." Mentors continued from front page citizens of Ashe County recog­ nize that the future course of our county rests in the hands of today's youth, who will be tomorrow's leaders, and real­ ize that children and young adults need a solid founda­ tion of support that will help them become well-educated, confident and productive citi­ zens, giving rise to a stronger county, state and nation." For more information about the 4-H Ashe Youth Connection program, contact Debbie Smith at 219-2650. To learn more, go online to www. mentoring.org. ACJCPC funds The Ashe County Juve­ nile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) is announcing the avail­ ability of $90,466 of Department of Juvenile Justice and Delin­ quency Prevention (DJJDP) funds to provide services for de­ linquent, undisciplined and atrisk youth in Ashe County. There is a required local match of 20%. The Ashe County JCPC has conducted a comprehensive plan­ ning process to address juvenile delinquency and delinquency prevention. Elevated risks and needs of adjudicated juveniles in Ashe County are: Parental supervision; peer re­ lationships; mental health needs; supervision skills; substance abuse; conflict in the home. Protective Factors identified to assist in preventing re-of­ fenses include: Postivite expec­ tations/optimism; social support from adults/peers; bonding to prosocial others and activities; good relationship with parents; low use of physical punishment; opportunities for prosocial fam­ ily involvement; high account­ ability; religiosity; family attach­ ment; home curfew rules; family commitment; believes they'll be caught; self-efficacy; having a stable family; effective parent supervision; family connected­ ness; rewards for prosocial fam­ ily involvement. Programs seeking funding should address in their program one or more of the elevated risk or needs above in addition to one or more of the Protective Fac­ tors. As part of the Ashe County JCPC's comprehensive planning process, the Council prioritized program services that are need­ ed by the juvenile court system to adequately serve the youth committing undisciplined or de­ linquent acts. The following is a list of the services being sought to be funded with the Depart­ ment of Juvenile Justice and Deliquency Prevention funds: Vocational skills, mediation, res'titution, psychological assess­ ment, counseling, home based family counseling, crisis counsel­ ing, substance abuse treatment, group home, temporary shelter, parent and family skills, inter­ personal skills and mentoring. Local public agencies, non­ profit corporations and local housing authorities wishing to submit applications for pro­ grams to address any of the ser­ vices listed above are required to attend a mandatory orienta­ tion/training session. This will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 6, 2007, at the Agri­ culture Services Center, 134 Government Circle, Jefferson, NC. All information needed to apply will be presented at the meeting. Applications from ap­ plicants who do not attend the session will not be accepted. 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JANUARY 30. 20117 por Tuesday - January 30 JV/Varsity Basketball HOME vs Starmount Friday - February 2 JV/Varsity Basketball Away at North Surry Saturday - February 3 Freshmen Basketball HOME vs Reagan 11:00 a.m. This week in Husky sports E-mail us: Mgiaybcal@JeffersoilPost.com Varsity Ladies fly past Golden Eagles by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Varsity Lady Huskies entered into Friday night's game with a conference record of 7-1. The Huskies had intentions of increasing their conference record to 8-1 and met their goal following a 55-38 victory over the Surry Central Golden Eagles. The action started off with the Huskies claiming the first points of the game when Kassee Roberts scored two points with an offensive rebound and put back. The Huskies scored again when Kelly Hudler added two more points to give the Huskies an early 4-0 lead. The Golden Eagles had difficulty recovering from the Huskies' early points and were held scoreless for the first three minutes of the game. The Huskies continued to score as they held the Golden Eagles scoreless and by the time the Golden Eagles had scored their second bucket, the Huskies had scored 10 Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaitlin Smith (left) jump stops and prepares to go up for a lay up while Kassee Roberts (right) gets in position for the potential rebound. points to gain a 10-4 lead. Both teams were able to score two more points each in the remainder of the first quarter, and the Huskies concluded the first quarter with a 12-6 lead. The second quarter opened again with the Huskies scoring first when Kim Photo by Michael Graybeal Kassee Roberts (#12) pushes the ball up the floor while Kelly Hudler (#20) fills the lane dur­ ing the fast break. McNeil scored two points on a lay up. However the Golden Eagles answered with a three pointer to narrow the Huskies' lead to five points, 14-9. The Huskies did not crumble but instead mounted a 13-5 run which lasted the majority of the quarter. With only one minute remaining in the first half, the Huskies possessed a 27-14 lead and the Huskies were able to score another three points prior to the conclusion of the half. The Golden Eagles also had intentions of cutting the Huskies' lead prior to halftime and they scored an additional five points in the final minute to conclude the half with the Huskies winning 30-19. The second half opened with both teams scoring equally in the third quarter. In the initial five minutes, the Huskies had outscored the Golden Eagles by two points, 6-4 in the quarter, and increased their team's score to 36-23 with three minutes remaining in the quarter. The Golden Eagles were able to score six points and it appeared they were going to cut into the Huskies lead, but a three-point play by Shelly Barker stopped the Golden Eagles attack and gave the Huskies a ten-point lead, 39-29. Shelly Barker left her mark on the Golden Eagles again prior to the conclusion of the quarter with another basket with seconds remaining in the quarter to increase the Huskies lead to 41-29 heading into the fourth quarter. The Huskies sealed their sixteenth victory of the season in the fourth quarter when they cruised to a win over Surry Central. Kim McNeil and Kelly Hydler opened up the quarter for the Huskies with free throws to increase the Huskies lead to 17 points, 48-31. The teams traded Photo by Michael Graybeal Shelly Barker out jumps the defender and lays the ball in for two points during the Huskies 55-38 victory. baskets for the remainder of the quarter as the Golden Eagles could never make a run at the Huskies, and the Huskies finalized the game with a 55-38 victory. The Huskies were led in offense by three players posting triple digit scoring. Kim McNeil led the way with 18 points. Kelly Hudler and Shelly Barker closely followed with Kelly scoring 12 points and Shelly scoring 11 points. Kendra Yearick scored six points for the Huskies, while Kassee Roberts added four points. Kaitlin Smith and Lindsey Hagel each added two points. The victory over Surry Central increased the Huskies season record to 161, and their conference record to an impressive 8-1. The Lady Huskies will return to action tonight wheri they host anothet conference match-up against the Starmount Rams. Look for results in Friday's paper. Varsity Men drop a game in conference However, the Huskies fell short to the Golden Eagles by a final score of 51-68 and their record dropped to 4-5. The action started off with Surry Central jumping out to a quick 3-0 lead, but the Huskies answered with a three pointer by Coleman Payne just thirty seconds into the game to tie the score at 3-3. The two teams traded baskets on their next possessions before the Golden Eagles mounted a 14-2 run to close out the first quarter. The Golden Eagles commanding run gave them a substantial 19-7 lead at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter opened up with the Golden Eagles scoring on their first possession, but Ethan Goodman made up the two points with a basket for the Huskies. The Huskies were able to match the Golden Eagles' points until the final two minutes of the first half. With two minutes remaining in the second quarter, the Eagles possessed a 30-20 lead, but the Golden Eagles were able to score two consecutive baskets to increase their "score to 34. The Huskies made one last run prior to halftime and Coleman Payne concluded the first half for the Huskies with back-toback three pointers to cut the Golden Eagles lead to only seven points at halftime, 3427. When the second half Photo by Michael Graybeal Coleman Payne hits one of his five three pointers during Friday night's game against Surry Central. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Huskies headed into their ninth conference game with a 4-4 record and with a victory over the Surry Central Golden Eagles the Huskies would have been 5-4 and. in contention for a home game in the first round of the conference tournament. Photo by Michael Graybeal Parker Johnson sinks a free throw to cut into the Golden Eagles' lead. action got underway, the Huskies defense allowed the Golden Eagles to score a basket on their first and second possession. However, Parker Johnson responded with a free throw and Tommy Spagnolo hit a lay up. to cut the Golden Eagles lead back to eight points. Parker Johnson was able to cut the Golden Eagles lead to six points with a short jump shot halfway through the third quarter. These were the final points the Huskies would score in the quarter until Tommy Spagnolo scored in the post with thirty seconds remaining in the quarter. During the Huskies drought, the Golden Eagles were able to add seven points to their own score and concluded the third quarter with a 47-36 lead over the Huskies. The fourth quarter opened up with the Golden Eagles striking first as they increased their score to 50. Coleman Payne responded again for the Huskies when he scored back-to-back three pointers to cut the Golden Eagles lead to eight points. Surry Central responded with a substantial 14-6 run which lasted till the final two minutes of the game. Parker Johnson concluded the Golden Eagles scoring run with a lay up and a free throw with two minutes remaining in the game. The Photo by Michael Graybeal Tommy Spagnolo goes up for two points during the Huskies loss of Friday. Huskies were unable to score the remainder of the game and the Golden Eagles were able to defeat.the Huskies by a final score of 68-51. The Huskies posted three players in double digits with Coleman Payne leading the Huskies with 15 points off of five three pointers. Ethan Goodman followed Coleman with 14 points and Tommy Spagnolo scored 11 points in the post for the Huskies. Parker Johnson also scored nine points for the Huskies and Tatum Lemly rounded out the scoring with two points. The Huskies will return to action tonight when they host the Rams from Starmount High School in another conference match-up. Mountaineers set three-point record in victory by Appalachian Sports Information January 27, 2007 BOONE, N.C. -- Appalachian State sank a school-record 17 three-pointers en route to a lopsided victory over The Citadel at the Holmes Center on Saturday, 95-54. The Mountaineers continued their hot shooting, convert­ ing a 63-percent clip from the field and three-point range for their largest margin of victory ever against the Bull­ dogs. Nate Cranford (Harrisburg, N.C.) was the force behind the school-record ef­ fort with 24 points on 8-of10 shooting from three-point range. Cranford's perfor­ mance is tied for the thirdmost in . school history, two behind his school record of 10 set earlier this season at Chattanooga. Donny McLendon and Demetrius Nelson were the only two Bulldogs in doublefigures with 11 and 10 points respectively. The Citadel shot 41 percent and commit­ ted 17 turnovers, off which ASU scored 26 points. Ap­ palachian improved to 16-5 overall and 8-2. The Citadel fell to 6-15 and 3-7 in the Southern Conference. The Citadel scored the opening basket of the game, but that would be its only lead of the afternoon as the Mountaineers built up a dou­ ble digit lead in the first 10 minutes of the half. The Citac del pulled back within nine, 31-22, on a Donny McLen­ don three-pointer at 4:49 but get any closer, extending the wouldn't score again for the margin to a game-high 43 next 4:48 allowing the Moun­ with 1:32 left before running taineers to assemble a 19-0 -out the clock for the 41-point run to take the air out of the 95-54 victory. Demetrius Scott (Orlando, Bulldogs' sails. The Citadel ended the run with one sec­ Fla.) personified the Apps' ond remaining in the hqlf unselfish effort with a careeroff a desperation heave from high 11 assists in 22 minutes Jonathan Brick from deep in of action. As a team, ASU the backcourt that hit noth­ had 25 assists and only com­ ing but net to cut ASU's lead mitted nine turnovers. Nine of the 14 Mountaineers that to 25, 50-25, at halftime. ASU assumed a 30-point stepped on the hardwood re­ lead early in the second half corded a helper. Kellen Brand (High Point, and never let The Citadel N.C.) and Donte Minter (Salisbury, N.C.) continued their strong play with 15 and 13 points, respectively, off the bench. ASU's 63-percent perfor­ mance (17-27) from threepoint range was its highest since shooting 61 percent (11-18) against USC Upstate on December 6, 2004. ASU's previous single-game threepoint record of 16 was set twice, against JMU on No­ vember 28, 2005 and Chatta­ nooga on February 12, 2005. �TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9 SPORTS 2007 High School Basketball Events February 23-24, 2007 The Champions Prep Classic Holmes Center, Appalachian State University *The best high school basketball event in the nation* Feb. 23 Games: 5:30 Our Savior New American (NY) vs. Patterson School HS (NC) 7:00 Oak Hill Academy(VA) vs. Mount Zion Academy HS (NC) 8:30 Echota 3 Point Shoot Out 9:00 Patterson School Prep vs. HargFave Military Academy (VA) Feb. 24 Games: 12:00 Future Academy (NC) vs. Milestone Prep HS (NC) 1:30 Milestone Prep Academy (NC) vs. Hope Christian (NC) 3:00 Veritas Christian (NC) vs. North Atlanta Prep Academy (GA) 5:30 Champions Classic 3rd Place Game 7:00 Stoneridge Prep (CA) vs. Mt. Zion Academy National (NC) 8:30 Echota Slam Dunk Championship 9:00 Champions Classic Championship Game February 25-26, 2007 Carolina Prep Basketball Classic Mulberry Recreation Center, Lenoir, NC Feb. 25 Games: 2:00 Our Savior New American (NY) VS. Patterson School Prep Gold (NC) 3:30 Stoneridge Prep (Simi Valley, CA) VS. Patterson School Prep (NC) 5:00 North Atlanta Prep Academy (GA) VS. Milestone Prep Academy (NC) 6:30 Chads Prep (NC) vs. Milestone Prep Academy HS (NC) Feb. 26 Games: 5:30 Hope Christian (NC) vs. Patterson School HS (NC) 7:00 Stoneridge Prep (CA) vs. North Atlanta Prep Academy (GA) 8:30 World B's Slam Dunk Showcase 9:00 Patterson School Prep (NC) vs. Charis Prep (NC) Participating players and their college commitments and recruit­ ments: Oak Hill Academy: Nolan Smith (Duke University), Alex Legion: (Michigan), Julian Vaughn (Florida State). Brandon Jennings (#1 rated junior in the country), Howard Thompkins (#3 rated junior in the nation), Mitchell Anderson (Division I), Terrence Boyd (Division I). Ashe County Parks and Recreation Industrial League Men's Basketball January 24, 2007 Patterson Prep: Earl Pettis (Rutgers), Dominique Sutton (Kansas State), Anjuan Wilderness (Charlotte), Chris Poellnitz (Appalachian), Cameron Tatum (Tennessee), Jeremy Hazel (Seton Hall), Bobby Shannon (Marshall), Antonio DeMaria (Kent State), Wayne Portalatin (UTEP), Karron Johnson (UNC, LSU or Memphis), James Tyler (LSU), Dimario Ceasar (Southern Miss), Heath White (Utah, VCU), Tirrel Baines (Ole Miss or Illinois) Hargrave Military Academy: Jeff Allen (Virginia Tech), Jeremy Jacob ( Georgia), Jordan Crawford ( Indiana), Mike Scott (Virginia), Warren Edney ( Fairfield) Stoneridge Prep: Ibrahima Thomas (Oklahoma State), Mamadou Diarra (USC, Fresno St.,Baylor, Okla. St., Auburn, UConn or UCLA), Angelo Johnson (USC, Cincinnati, Minnesota, UConn or Weber St.), Howard Little (Valparaiso), Mychal Thompson (Pepperdine), Charles Boozer (Iowa State), Spencer Anderson (Lib­ erty), Moussa Camara (Lamar, UCSB, Loyola), JP Olukemi (Ball St.,Colorado St.), Troy Gillenwater (Virginia, Okla. St., USC, Kan­ sas, Texas, Washington or Kansas St.), Boubacar Sylla (USC, LSU, St. John's or Auburn), John Wilson (Davidson, Richmond or C of C) Patterson HS: Marshall Moses (Kentucky or NC State), Jamar Samuels (Tennessee or Kansas State), James Stewart (one of the top Ashe County Parks and Recreation Industrial League Men's Basketball Standings Midtown Motors/Jef. Appliance 71 defeated Trey Trivette 21 Andy Johnson 20 New River Motors Steven Phillips 21 Jody Cheek 14 57 AEV/MOs Boots 71 Brian Norris 24 Dusty Farmer 15 defeated Played % defeated 0 1 Gates/ Current Chiropractic 1 -0 1 1 0 1 100 Independence Lumber 1 0 1 100 Midtown Motors/ Jef. Appliance 1 0 1 100 AEV/ Mo's Boots 1 1 2 50 1 1 2 50 1 1 2 50 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 Odie Gilbert Construction 0 1 1 0 Timber Creek Landscaping 0 1 1 0 Wood's Plumbing Details / Jefferson Post 66 Jeremy Osborne 16 Cody Moss 14 1 Big Dave's Auto Sales Ashe County Builders 37 Dillon Poe 16 Eric Miller 8 Ashe Chiropractic Ashe County Builders Timber Creek Landscaping 21 Bill Fairchild 6 Cody Blevins 5 Justin Grubb 5 Lost New River Motors Odie Gilbert Construction 26 Robert White 6 TJ Lemly 4 Won Jefferson Post defeated Team Huskies Gates / Current Chiropractic 38 Chad Hash 8 Billy Hash 7 0 1 1 0 100' 100 sophomores in the nation). Mount Zion National: Tracy Smith (N.C. State) Hope Christian: J.T. Thompson (Virginia Tech), LaRon Dendy (Clemson), Gaither Hendrix (South Carolina State), Adam Raye (Clemson, ECU, Ole Miss), Kenny Gabriel (Wake Forest, Clemson, ECU. Oral Roberts), Jamion Holland (W-S State), Rashard Gibson (Uncom­ mitted Senior). North Atlanta Prep: Britton Smith (Tenn.-Martin), Hillery Haley (ECU, etc.), Chris Hines (Colorado, UAB). Veritas Christian: Catalin Baciu (NC State, Clemson, St. John's, Oral Roberts, Mem­ phis), Paulius Skema (NJIT), Jonathan Ellington (Clemson, UNC-A, American, Davidson, SMU), Jonah Baize (MTSU, Liberty), Aleks Spasovski (Ivy • League). Tickets on sale at: The Hol­ mes Center Box Office, High Country Inn, www.theholmescenter.com, Pro-Am Sports (Boone) 828-264-9547. Cardinal Lanes Bowling league results From 12/28/2006 Week 15 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Lost 1) Radio Hill Sales, 47.5, 12.5 2) United Chemicon, 42.5, 17.5 3) Cardinal Lanes, 40.5, 19.5 4) W.J. Chevrolet, 38, 22 5) Winner's Circle, 36, 24 6) Bill's Garage, 22, 38 7) Mikes Community, 23, 37 8) The Nose Pin Zone, 20, 40 9) Church's Constru., 19.5, 10.5 Top Scores- Men Scratch Game Mike Leserra Jon Gambill James Ham John Farrington Scratch Series Mike Leserra Scott Stevens John Farrington Handicap Game Mike Leserra Jon Gambill John Farrington Handicap Series Mike Leserra Scott Stevens Jonathon B levins 259 220 217 217 653 600 535 276 251 241 704 675 645 Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Cindy Malafronti Penny Daniels 218 199 Iva Miller Scratch Series Cindy Malafronti Iva Miller Penny Daniels Handicap Game Cindy Malafronti Penny Daniels Iva Miller Handicap Series Cindy Malafronti Penny Daniels Top Scores- Men Scratch Game Jonathon Blevins Jon Gambill Mike Leserra Scratch Series James Ham Bill Hennessey Noah Wyatt Handicap Game Jonathon Blevins Jon Gambili Chris Eller Handicap Series Bill Hennessey James Ham Jonathon Blevins Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Cindee Aloia Iva Miller Cindy Malafronti Scratch Series Iva Miller Cindee Aloia Cindy Malafronti Handicap Game Cindee Aloia Iva Miller SueFriley Handicap Series Cindee Aloia Iva Miller 220 210 203 561 523 520 260 240 234 643 609 609 229 182 162 489 485 447 229 222 212 Sue Friley 596 Individual High Averages 522 491 474 Men Mike Leserra James Ham Tommy Jarman Women Cindy Malafronti Iva Miller Cindee Aloia 258 250 227 642 627 611 181.84 181.03 175.00 Women Cindy Malafronti 156.11 Iva Miller 152.95 C'indeeAloia 146.39 From 1/4/2007 Week 16 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Lost 1) Radio Hill Sales, 50.5, 13.5 2) United Chemicon, 46, 18 3) Cardinal Lanes, 41, 23 4) Winner's Circle, 39, 25 4) W.J. Chevrolet, 39, 25 6) Bill's Garage, 26, 38 7) Church's Constru., 23.5, 40.5 7) Mikes Community, 23, 41 Steve Katz James Ham John Treva Handicap Game John Treva Mike Leserra Dominick Leserra Bob Harris Handicap Series Mike Leserra John Treva Keith Little 610 609 609 274 241 240 240 697 663 656 From 1/9/2007 Week 17 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) New River Archery, 54, 14 2) Mike's Mufflers, 49, 19 3) W.J. Chevrolet, 41,27 4) VA. Carolina Cone, 40.5, 27.5 5) State Drywall, 39, 29 6) Mixed Attitudes, 38, 30 7) T&L Construction, 36.5, 31.5 8) Little's Health, 36, 32 9) The Powerstroke, 32, 36 10) Beaver Creek Gro, 20,48 11) Winner's Circle, 12, 56 12) M&D Family Rolle, 7, 61 Top Scores-Men John Treva 620 609 187 Iva Miller Men Mike Leserra James Ham Tommy Jarman 9) The Nose Pin Zone, 21, 43 181.10 181.53 175.00 155.10 153.62 147.56 254 Mike Malafronti Mike Leserra Scratch Series John Treva Gaiy Walker Mike Malafronti Handicap Game John Treva Mike Malafronti Lloyd Miller 234 223 647 588 577 270 264 256 Week 16 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) New River Archery, 54, 10 2) Mike's Mufflers, 45, 19 3) VA Carolina C'onc, 38.5, 25.5 4) W.J. Chevrolet, 37, 27 5) Mixed Attitudes, 37,27 6) State Drywall, 36, 28 7) Little's Health, 36, 28 8) T&L Construction, 34.5, 29.5 9) The Powerstroke, 28, 36 10) Beaver Creek Gro., 19, 45 11) Winner's Circle, 9, 55 12) M&D Family Rolle., 7,57 Men Top Scores 256 225 220 Scratch Series Mike Leserra 649 5) W.J. Chevrolet, 40, 28 6) Bill's Garage, 26,42 7) Mikes Community, 25,43 7) The Nose Pin Zone, 25, 43 9) Church's Constru., 23.5, 44.5 Top Scores- Men Mike Leserra Vinnie Corona Carl Blevins Scratch Series Mike Leserra Carl Blevins Vinnie Corona Handicap Game Mike Leserra Carl Blevins Mike Aloia 244 217 215 Carl Blevins Mike Aloia Mike Leserra Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Cindy Malafronti Diana Vaught 703 680 680 632 583 564 260 255 243 Iva Miller Cindee Aloia Hazel Price Diana Vaught 219 Hazel Price 206 206 Sue Friley 193 190 189 Scratch Series Cindy Malafronti Debbie Tedder Linda Jarman 522 477 472 240 232 Hazel Price Pauline Bower Iva Miller Men Mike Leserra James Ham Scott Stevens 622 606 574 560 653 633 620 198 195 175 476 474 466 251 243 228 642 601 597 297 241 240 Men Mike Leserra James Ham Scott Stevens 740 Women Cindy Malafronti 154.74 Iva Miller 153.02 Cindee Aloia 146.91 682 669 184.48 182.10 172.96 of Jefferson ATHLETE H§ Hi H of the WEEK presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Shelly Barker, is a sophomore member of the women's varsity basketball team. Shelly scored 15 points this week against Wilkes Central and 11 points against Surry Central to help push her team to an 8-1 conference record. Congratulations Shelly Barker!!! Shelly Barker Hardee's Stop by each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain Village Shopping Center • 246-5504 • Ask about delivery • 246-5504 182.84 181.08 171.58 Women Cindy Malafronti 154.25 Iva Miller Cindee Aloia Handicap Series 595 257 224 224 Scratch Game Cindee Aloia Hazel Price Penny Daniels Scratch Series Cindy Malafronti Hazel Price Cindee Aloia Handicap Game Hazel Price Cindee Aloia Pemiy Daniels Handicap Series Hazel Price Cindee Aloia Penny Daniels ^Hardee's 443 427 Scratch Game Cindy MalafrontiLinda Jarman Debbie Tedder Handicap Game Linda Jarman Debbie Tedder Cindy Malafronti 230 Top Scores- Men Scratch Game Derek Osborne Mike Leserra John treva Scratch Series Mike Leserra John Treva Derek Osborne Handicap Game Derek Osborne Allen Miller Scott Stevens Handicap Series Derek Osborne Mike Leserra Chris Eller Top Scores- Women 164 159 157 157 693 667 Vinnie Corona Jr. Mike Malafronti Women 4) W.J. Chevrolet, 44, 28 5) Winner's Circle, 42, 30 6) Bill's Garage, 30, 42 7) Mikes Community, 29,43 8) The Nose Pin Zone, 25, 47 9) Church's Constru., 23.5, 48.5 Cindy Malafronti 445 Iva Miller Cindy Malafronti 633 Linda Jarman Debbie Tedder Scratch Game Jon Treva Mike Leserra Steve Katz From 1/11/07 ' Week 17 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Lost 1) Radio Hill Sales, 54.5, 13.5 2) United Chemicon, 50, 18 3) Cardinal Lanes, 44, 24 4) Winner's Circle, 41, 27 • 695 Handicap Series John Treva From 1/02/2007 Iva Miller 152.23 Cindy Malafronti 151.75 Jean Malafronti 148.76 153.25 146.31 From 1/18/2007 Week 18 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Lost Men Steve Katz James Ham 190.91 182.73 1) Radio Hill Sales, 58.5, 13.5 2) United Chemicon, 50,22 John treva 181.50 3) Cardinal Lanes, 47, 25 Asheadfc rVthletics !2 Sporting Goods, Team Sports — Apparel and Equipment, Trophies and Plaques 6192 Hwy. 221-N • Jefferson • 982-7425 Bctcen, Egg £> Cheese Biscuits $2.22 M �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 140-Help Wanted COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN CLASSIFIED i •(Position 743-53-0839) ADVERTISING Open until filled. 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Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828) 264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified: EEO and ADA employer. 160-Business Opportunities . Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 235-Christmas Trees For Sale: Fraser Fir 3/0 Seedlings available for Spring. Mount Rogers Origin. Call 336-877-1008 Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 260-Garage/Yard Sales MBAYil: I ilcfilIdBH Responsibilities include: •Assisting customers with phone orders. •Operation of copiers, fax and other misc. equipment. •Ordering, receiving, and invoicing of products, etc. Apply in person at Creative Printers, Inc. 04 North Sixth Avenue West Jefferson, NC or Email Resume to cprinters@skybest.co m Please apply beginning January 26 until February 2. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 * FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous SELLING? CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Reloading Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 WANTED: MOA for busy medical office in Ashe County. Please mail applications to Ashe Medical Associates PO Box 765, Jefferson NC 28640, or drop them off at our office during normal office hours. M-F, 7:30am - 7:30pm S 8-Noon $75 Call 336-877-0159 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 2 Blue Velvet Tufted Back Chairs with Cane Sides - $50.00 Advanced Materials Technology Director For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Contact Tim (910) 619-3187 For interview Mediacomu Important Rate Information for... Jefferson, West Jefferson, Lansing, and Ashe County, NC Nurse Aid Instructor Alleghany Campus For more information Call (336) 838-6204 Mediacom provides the latest digital technology to deliver the best telecommunications services to your home. While we continue to take every measure to keep our costs under control, our operational,and cable programming costs have risen sharply. Because of these increases, we now find it necessary to adjust some of the product and service rates commencing with the March 2007 billing statements. Changes are listed below. Product and Services Price List Change * New Rate Adjusted Cost $3.95 $2.00 (Does not include Guide, PPV Access, or Digital Music Choice)... $6.00 Base Digital Converter w/ Remote $1.00 (Does not include Guide, PPV Access, or Digital Music Choice)... $6.00 DVR/HDTV Receiver w/ Remote (Does not include Guide, PPV Access, or Digital Music Choice)... $6.00 $4.00 Cable Services Home Wire Maintenance Plan Equipment Charges Standard Digital Converter w/ Remote Wilkes Regional Medical Center Digital Programming (Digital converter is required. Rates do not include the cost of Digital Converter, Digital Gateway, or Family cable) Digital Plus (Family cable required) HBO Showtime Cinemax Cinemax (When added to Two Star or Three Star Packs) Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Advanced Digital Products DVR Service (Digital Video recorder(DVR) sdrvice require a DVR capable digital converter) Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Dietitian Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 $ 8.95 $ 3.00 $5.50 $.75 $4.00 $29 00 $ 2.00 $29 00 $29 00 $29.00 $200 -(.50) $.01 $-(.50) $4.00 $4.00 $ .01 $29.00 $4.00 'Rates shown do not include franchise fees, copyright lees, taxes and associated surcharges. "Applies to all standard installations up to 150 leel Irom main cable line. Installations ol Home Health Program Coordinator more than 150 leet from the main cable line may require custom work and prices may vary. Charges tor non-standard installations will be quoted in advance ot any work. Full payment make "Cents' We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: "Cents make is due prior to commencement of work. Relocating ol existing wiring and wall fishes are www.wilkesregional.org Classifieds $ $ $ $ $ $3500 $4500 $29 00 Cable Installation Charges" Prewired Installation Unwired Aerial Installation Installation ol Additional Outlet Separate Trip Field Reactivation of Account Electronic Reactivation of Account Transfer of Service Hourly Service Charge Field Change of Service Electronic Change ot Service ...... Connection of Consumer Owned Equipment Separate Trip ; CRNA Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am $ 9.00 $14.95 $10.95 $10.95 ... $ 9.00 -(1.50) Digital Packages will increase $1.00 lor the Standard Digital Converter, $1.00 for Digital Plus and $1.00 for each premium service (HBO, Showtime, & Cinemax) included in the package. Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: For Sale: Appaloosa Mare. Downsizing herd. Need to sell. Call 336-977-9309 for more information. Classifieds make "Cents' "Cents make Dollars" Will interview patients for 3rd party coverage; requires knowledge of Medicaid, disability, Workers Comp, and liability programs. Associate's degree in Medical Office Technology/Management; business background. 2-3 years direct experience may substitute for required education. URGENT: Abigail is a very playful 6-8 month old border collie mix puppy. She LOVES at­ tention and will roll over quite happily to have you scratch her tummy! She gets very excited when folks drop in to see her - give her a chance and she'll win your heart over! Abigail has been at the shelter a long time and risks being put to sleep Wilkes Communi College alleghany.petfinder.com Part - Time 310-Musical Wilkes Communit College Please be a responsible pet owner. Have your cats and dogs spayed or neutered. Medical Financial Counselor Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information •3mi m k1[«kn u M:[iL-ta We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets 336-372-8744 for more info or visit Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336-877-1779 Call 336-846-7164 for more information -$9.50 $15.00 290-Horses & Livestock to make room for new animals. PLEASE help her by finding her a new home! Office Chair - $10.00 Now is the time to think about remembering your "Valentine". You can place an ad in our Special Edition that will be published on February 13. Two inch space for the above costs. Courses. Free Antique Curio Stand $150.00 Office Desk - $75.00 JEFFERSON POST Shotgun FOR SALE: Antique Oak Buffet/Server with Mirrored Shelf Back $350.00 330-Pets 330-Pets PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Loveseat Hide-A-Bed - BANK ON THE Press. 12 GA. 330-Pets $20.00 BUYING OR YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time • 2 times 300Miscellaneous not included. Mediacom 888-333-4039 EOE Dollars" PRIN: 0400 Agent: 10 , 20, 30, 40, 90J Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell it! Buy It! Opportunities. Powered by Tyson.™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products Tyson Foods, Inc., is seeking qualified applicants to fill open positions on all shifts at its Wilkesboro, North Carolina location. * • Las instalaciones de Tyson Foods, Inc., en, Wilkesboro, Carolina del Norte esta buscando aspirantes calificados para ocar posiciones en todos sus turnos. Requirements: Requisitos: •18 years or older with work authorization •Mayores de 18 anos con autorizacion de trabajo Las prestaclones de Tyson Foods incluyen: Fix It! Call Oportunidades. Alimentadas por Tyson™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products Tyson Foods' Benefits Include: •Salarios competitivos (comenzando en $8.85 por hora mas $.45 por trabajar en el segundo y tercer turno) •Excelente paquete de prestaciones •Vacaciones pagadas y 8 dias festivo pago •Plan para la jubilacion [401 (k)] contribucion de compania •Plan de comprea de acciones contribucion de compania •Asociacion decreditos •Tienda familiar para los Companeros de Equipo de Tyson •Cafeteria •Oportunidadas dentro de La Compania Puede obtener solictud en La oficiana del empleo Employment Security Commission Call •Competitive wages (starting at $8.85 per hour with $.45 shift differential for second and third shifts) •Excellent benefits package •Paid vacation and 8 paid holidays •401(k) with company match •Stock Purchase Plan with company match •Credit Union •Tyson Family Store •Cafeteria •Opportunities within the company Please Apply In Person at Employment Security Commission 8467164 www.tyson.com An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V (Empresa que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo para minorais, mujeres, personas con discapacidad y veteranos) 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! www.tyson.com �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY , JANUARY 30, 2007 PAGE 11 Classifieds 330-Pets 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap WANTED TO BUY URGENT: Levi is a -3 year old fox hound mix. Levi was surrendered by her previous owner. She is already house­ trained and may be up to date with vaccines. Levi is a very friendly girl and will be fine in most households. URGENT means that this animal could be put to sleep in order to make room for incom­ ing animals. These are the pets that have been with us the longest amount of time, and therefore have the highest risk of being put to sleep. Our current "urgent" pets are Abigail, Nerds, Levi, Wakko & Yakko, and Chip. We also still have lots of puppies for adoption. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 370-Cars/Vans for Sale Now accepting bids on 2001 Dodge Stratus, auto, 73,634 miles. Call Allied Financial 336-846-8288 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2004 F-250 XLT Super Duty, 4x4 Diesel, black with silver. 40,000 miles. $28,500. Call 336-927-4453 • 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 3BR/1BA House w/Monitor heat, Hardwood & Carpet flooring, Convenience and privacy, $600 per month w/$460 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rental,Inc. at 336-246-2803 Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 410-Motorcycles/ 4-Wheelers Your source for news in Ashe County and the High Country: The Jefferson Post 3 BR. 1 bath, house in Helton Community. Call 384-1062 for more information. 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green,top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. GRUBB LOGGING 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent by Hart Premier Lease Space Available. Approximately 1600 Sq Ft located in front of Wal-Mart next to Ashe Cleaners. High Traffic area great for Retail Business. Call 336246-9379 or details. 460-Mobiie Homes for Rent 3BR/2BA Mobile with oil furnace, carpet and tile flooring, very nice home/$500 per mo/ For Rent: 2 BR House Stop 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Power Equipment. $500 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals Inc. at 336-246-2803. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 3BR, 2 BA furnished, mobile home, on Hwy 163, overlooks new river. References & deposit 'required. Call 828-632-7724 500-Mobile Homes for Sale $0.00 ZERO Down Payment for Landowners. Singleivides, Doublewides, On and Off Frame Modulars $25,000 - $500,000. (See Our 2 story Log Home) WE CAN DO IT ALLI Oakwood Homes of Hudson, NC 828-396-2045 Call for easy directions. $49,900.00 BRAND NEW 1600 SQ FT DOUBLE WIDE. THAT INCLUDES DELIVERY SETUP. HURRY! ONLY 2 MODELS LEFT. 5 YEAR WARRANTY! ONE PIECE FIBERGLASS TUBS. APPLIANCES, 2X4 16 ON CENTER CONSTRUCTION. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 500-Mobile Homes for Sale APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Ife A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. 2007 TAX REFUND Attention Previous Home Owners, 1st time Home Buyers, Renters. Put your TAX REFUND TO WORK in buying a new home. Call Freedom Homes. 336-973-2335 _ for more details. LIMITED INCOME? LIMITED CREDIT? LAND HOME PACK­ AGES ARE POSSIBLE WITH AS LITTLE AS $500.00 DOWN, WE HAVE A NEW FINANCE PROGRAM TO ASSIST YOU.' GIVE US A CALL. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 LOWEST PRICE OUT THERE!!!!! $23,900.00 SET AND DELIVERED. 14X72 SINGLE WIDE. YOU CAN PICK YOUR COLORS!! AVAILABLE IN 2 OR 3 BEDROOMS!! STOVE AND REFRIGERATOR INCLUDED. 5 YEAR WARRANTY. QUALITY HORTON CONSTRUCTION!!! VINYL AND SHINGLE EXTERIOR. HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO. 336-973-7488 5 YEAR WARRANTY , ON ALL NEW HORTON HOMES. WE BUILD THE BEST AND OFFER THE BEST WARRANTY... . 5 YEAR COVERAGE ON APPLIANCES, FURNACE, STRUC­ TURE, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING EVEN THE HEAT PUMP!! THE-RE IS A DIFFERENCE!! HORTON HOMES OF WILKESBORO 336-973-7488 SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT, anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. 505-Modular Homes for Sale AFFORDABLE MODULARS!!! SUPERIOR CONSTRUCTION WITH FAIR PRICES. HORTON HOMES OFFERS IT ALL. SPECIAL FINANCING OPTIONS AVAILABLE... WE DON'T MAKE MONEY OFF YOUR FINANCING. STOP IN OR CALL HORTON HOMES OF WILKES­ BORO 336-973-7488 LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots & Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. 550-Real Estate Wanted Church would like to purchase 5 plus acres in or near Jefferson or West Jefferson. Please contact Dennis at 336-877-5075 evenings. 1145-Steel Buildings STEEL BUILDINGS 3 Cancelled Orders. Brand new, still on pallet with full warranty. Pay only remaining balances. First come, First serve. Call for sizes 1-800-222-6335 X6000 1195-Legals 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBSTREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. 1195-Legals STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMISSION RALEIGH DOCKET NO. G-40, SUB 66 BEFORE THE NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMISSION In the Matter of Application of Frontier Energy, L.L.C. for Annual Review of Gas Costs Pursuant to G.S. 62-133.4(c) and Commission Rule R1-17(k)(6) PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the North Carolina Utilities Com­ mission has scheduled 1195-Legals a hearing to conduct an annua! review of tf\e NOTICE TO cost of natural gas CREDITORS supply, storage and for Having qualified as Co- transportation Executors of the Estate Frontier Energy, L.L.C. of Eula M. Johnson, (Frontier). The public has been late of Ashe County, hearing North Carolina, this is scheduled for Tuesday, to notify all persons March 6, 2007, at having claims against 10:00 a.m., in the Com­ said estate to present mission Hearing Room, them to the under­ Dobbs Building, 430 signed at 581 Beaver North Salisbury Street, Creek School Rd., Raleigh, North Caroli­ West Jefferson, NC na. The hearing is be­ 28694 on or before the ing held pursuant to the 30th day of April, 2007, provisions of G.S. 62or this Notice will be 133.4(c) and Commis­ pleaded in bar to their sion Rule R1-17(k)(6) recovery. All persons for the purpose of Frontier' indebted to the estate comparing will please make prudently-incurred gas immediate payment to costs with costs recov­ ered from ail of the utili­ the undersigned. ty's customers served during the test period. This the 24th day of January, 2007. Frontier filed testimony relating to the subject Tommy Hardin matter of this hearing William H. Hardin on November 27, 2006. Co-Executors information Further for the Estate of may be obtained from Eula M.Johnson the Office of the Chief Clerk, North Carolina Do you have a lot Utilities Commission, Raleigh, North Caroli­ or acreage for sale? na, where a copy of Frontier's testimony is List it in the Jefferson available for review by Post Classifieds. the public. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. The Public Staff is authorized by statute to represent consumers in , proceedings before the Commission. Corre­ spondence regarding the annual review proceeding and the hearing thereon should be directed to the Public Staff and should include any information which the writer wishes to be considered by the Public Staff in its in­ vestigating of the mat­ ter. Such statements should be addressed to Mr. Robert Grubber, Executive Director, Public Staff, 4326 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4326. The Attorney General is also authorized by statute to represent consumers in proceed­ ings before the Com­ mission. Statements to the Attorney General should be addressed to The Honorable Roy Cooper, Attorney Gen­ eral, 9001 Mail Service Center, Raleigh. North Carolina 27699-9001. Written statements may not be received as evidence unless per­ sons appear at a public hearing and testify con­ cerning the information contained in their written statements. Persons desiring to in­ tervene in this proceed­ ing as formal parties should file a petition to intervene pursuant to Utilities Commission Rules R1-5, R-1-7, and R1-19 on or before February 19, 2007. Such petitions should be filed with the North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4325. The direct testimony and exhibits of expert witnesses to be presented by inter­ veners should also be filed with the Utilities Commission on or be­ fore February 19, 2007. This the 7th day of • December, 2006. NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMIS­ SIONS Gail L. Mount, Deputy Clerk. JOT 5s. EXCAVATING I ^^".NSTfilXTKtX ; 'yVloMntam Field T & L CONSTRUCTION | Residential & Commercial I • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish' Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting Decks and Much More Excavating & Flaulmg No JOB Too SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work •LotClearing • • Basement/Footers 'Ponds 'Ditching 'Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 ROOP'S ROOFING TIRE SALE Setof4 All 13"-$199 All 14"-$229 All 15"-$259 16"Truck-$420 215-85-16--235-85-16 All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC 336-384-2063 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE^ Oil Change, Lube & Filter $1 Qg Includes up to 5 Ml, Filter & Lube A.^Coon ft BOB'S TREE SERVICE STATE LINE FAST LUBE Hwy 16 @ NC/VA State Line °ne S'»P for Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" jy,\ •Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES 276-579-4562 Open 8-5 M'WItF 8-2 Wed & Sat Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Phis Years Experience | d () *3 kk kk w* Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.' Lansing, NC Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978/ CAR DISPOSAL SERVICES Boone Grading Co., Ii,c< MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner Residential Pick-up Service $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick-up Service Available No Job Too Small or Too Large! "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" Smithcty 336-846-7737 loy/Htfr/uj 2007 Wedding Bookings Available Now ' Packages Available • Engagement and Bridal from $875.00 Portraits • On-line Viewing and Ordering • Total Event Coverage 336-982-4600 • 336-667-0822 • sroarkfoto@skybest.com 1149 Old Highway 16 • Jefferson, NC 28640 FREE ESTIMATES Contact Robert Holman • Land Clearing • Road BuildingOffice: 828-9634069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Septic Systems • Basements • Footers £f jj.' 828-773-6736 736 A Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! Pma/t fJtoa/*A LICENSED & INSURED ALL TYPES OF GRADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds IS OUR MOTTO! m m m G RAD INC Located on the Backstreet We have expanded our lunch buffet! We are offering a choice of 3 meals and 12 different vegetables! SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only - 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only - 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti _ LB®- TRACK HOE SERVICES KEITH'S TRACKHOE SERVICE fN Road Building • Ditching • Ditch Bank Cleaning Bush Hogging • House Foundations • Demolition Foundation Wall Construction • Lot Clearing No Job Too Small 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 28618 Call 828-773-5035 • Cell: 336-977-6477 or 977-6265 — —* �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Childbirth classes offered at Ashe Memorial Hospital School Lunch Menu Jan. 29 - Feb. 2 Monday: Taco with Shredded Cheese. & Lettuce, Salsa, Retried Beans, Cinnamon Bun, Applesauce, Milk Tuesday: Chicken Noodle Soup with Crackers, Toasted Cheese or. Peanut Butter Sandwich, Hashbrown Square, Fruit, Milk Wednesday: Pizza Sub with Cheese, Shredded Lettuce, Potato Chips, Veggie Sticks & Dip, Fruit, Milk Thursday: Hot Dog on Bun, Chili and Onions, Cole Slaw, French Fries, Peaches, Milk Friday: Salisbury Steak with Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beens, Biscuit, Jello, Milk Tuesday, January 30 5:30 p.m.: FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) night at Ashe County High School in the upstairs computer lab. Please cortie in the front entrance of the school. College represen­ tatives will be there to assist in completing the FAFSA form on-line. Bring a copy of your tax forms and your child's tax forms, if they file. Please call. Tara Miller by January 25 at (336) 246-2400 if you plan on attending. Wednesday, January 31 11 a.m.: ACT Against Cancer Annual Planning Meeting at Ashe Family Central in the large Conference Room. Call 846-0781 2 p.m.: New River State Park 221 Access. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music with local musicians as they play traditional, Old Time and Bluegrass. All musicians are welcome, so bring your instru­ ment and join in, or bring a chair and enjoy the entertain­ ment. Participants will meet at the Community Building from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. All programs are free and open to the public. 7 p.m.: Session V of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes continues through January 16th at Ashe Memorial Hospital. 2007 series begins February 6th. Classes are held on Tuesday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Thursday, February 1 8 a.m.: Ashe County Health Care Interagency Meeting. Come and share information with others about new and ongoing community projects, at Jefferson Station Coffee Shop Friday, February 2 7 p.m.: Disabled American Veterans will have their Bingo game at family Central. Thank you, Buddy Greer, (Commander) 336-9823743 Saturday, February 3 7 p.m.: Rock Creek Baptist Church will have their reg­ ular First Saturday Night singing, weather permitting. The Friends of Grace and the Gaining Ground will be per­ forming. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7 p.m.: Mtn. View Baptist Church, Saturday Night Singing. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite everyone to attend! Sunday, February 4 11 a.m.: "The Jesus Experiment" at FaithBridge Ever wonder, "So whafs the big deal about Jesus?" Many people are interested in Jesus, respect him, even worship him, but don't really understand why his life, death, and resurrection are so important. FaithBridge United Methodist Church's next sermon series will address this question and will encourage us to not only THINK about Christian discipleship but TRY IT OUT, through what we will call 'The Jesus Experiment". Beginning February 4th and concluding Easter Sunday, April 8th, our pastor's sermons will walk through the Gospel of Mark week by week, focusing on Jesus and his challenge: "Follow Me." In each sermon in this series, we will receive the "Experiment for the Week" which will allow us to put into practice our discipleship (fol­ lowing Jesus). The community is invited to join us in participat­ ing in "The Jesus Experiment".' FaithBridge United Methodist Church worships at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium (the former Blowing Rock Stage Company location) on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock. Dress is casual and free quality child care is provided. To find out more about us, visit our web­ site at www.faithbridgeumc.org or call (828) 295-8333. Monday, February 5 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, Curly Perzel of Glendale Springs will present a program on "Dayhiking in the Canadian Rockies". This slide show will cover exciting one-day hikes in the Jasper and Banff areas. Business meeting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 982-9538 6:30 p.m.The Pond Mountain Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department will hold a special public information meeting at 6038 Joines Road, Creston N.C. (The Department) The purpose of the meeting is to seek comments from the pub­ lic and discuss the purchase of a 2008 PumperTanker Fire Apparatus. 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 'Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. The February program will be on Regional Planning for Crisis Services for our Communities. Gail Hawkinson will present the program entitled, "Development of a Regional Community Plan for Enhancing Crisis Services in the New River Behavioral HealthCare Area".' New River Behavioral HealthCare has no psychiatric beds in the five county catch­ ment area and people who need inpatient care must often travel to the State Hospital in Morganton or to other cities such as Asheville, Hickory, Winston-Salem or even further if they are fortunate enough to find an admission. Consumer advocacy groups as well as local hospital staff, law enforcement officers and other community agencies are meeting with the New River Behavioral HealthCare crisis planners to develop a plan for making community response to mental health, substance abuse and developmental dis­ abilities faster and clinical­ ly appropriate. The public is invited to attend the February meeting. Tuesday February 6 7 p.m.: Session I for 2007 Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes begins at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Call early to register at 846-0734. Thursday February 8 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for Heart Month. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. American Veterans and Auxiliary will have their monthly meeting at the VFW Friday February 9 building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for Heart Month. Participants Wednesday February 14 should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. v Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 11:30 a.m.: Parkinson's Support' Group - "Ashe Movers and Shakers" will meet at Smoky Mt. Barbecue. Call 846-0781. Saturday, February 10 Thursday February 15 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for Heart Month. Participants 3 p.m.:AgVenture Feasibility: What Else Can I Do with What I've Got? at the Bakersville should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. Fire Department. All farmers and producers in Western North Carolina are invited take advantage of a series of work­ shops being offered throughout the region on issues that affect today's farmer, from agritourism issues to product liability. This series will include information on entrepreneurship, how to start and succeed with a new farm venture, ways to mini­ mize liability and other risks to farm businesses, and provide individual assistance with writ­ ing business plans. Workshop participants will be eligible to receive continued sup­ port for the development and implementation of their busi­ ness plans throughout 2007. Additionally, participants that attend at least two workshops in the three-part series will receive a free copy of Building a Sustainable Business, A Guide to Developing a Business Plan for Farms and Rural Businesses. 10 a.m.: Sibling Class for children 2 to 6 years of age are designed to prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call to sign up at 846-0734.10 a.m: Childbirth Refresher Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. For those who already have a child but would like a refresher of the class. Call 846-0734. 11 p.m.: Childbirth Refresher Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. For those who already have a child but would like a refresher of the class. Call 846-0734. 6:30 p.m.: The Riverview Community Center will once again host the annual Valentine Dinner/Dance. The center is located at 11719 NC Hwy 88 West, Creston. A roast beef dinner will be served and there will be a variety of enter­ tainment for your dancing and listening pleasure. Tickets are on sale for $15 each. Call the Center at 385-9812 or Margaret Allen at 385-4342 7:30 p.m.: Humorist Kelly Swanson makes a return visit to Ashe County bring­ ing her own brand of down home humor with a wacky cast of southern characters. Ms. Swanson's one woman show, "It's All Fun and Games Til the Hair Gets Messed Up" will have the audience bounc­ ing between tears and laugh­ ter. Sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council, the per­ formance will be at the Ashe Arts Center. Tickets are avail­ able in advance at the Arts Center or with a credit card by phone. Ticket price is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Seating is on a first come, firstserved basis. For reservations or for more information, call 336.846-ARTS. Monday February 12 6 p.m. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month. The February meeting will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The program will include a dis­ cussion of the use of coni­ fers in the home garden by Delia Riley, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. 6:30 p.m.: The Disabled Friday February 16 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Saturday February 17 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Sign up is under way for the 21st Annual Ashe County Checkers Classic. The tournament is played at the Deluxe Barber Shop in West Jefferson during February and is sponsored by Miller Insurance and Deluxe Barber Shop. All serious checkers players come by or call 8465471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteerFire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March, prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Bald Mountain Baptist Church: Women's Bible Study "Women of Worth" Bible study. You've probably defined yourself based on false expectations from others. This study will guide you from insecurity to the realization of your value as a woman and a child of God. Join us for this 6week Bible study beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. Books are $9.00. Book fee will. be collected Jan. 10 before class. Deadline to sign-up is December 27. Facilitator is Kim Poe. Call the church office at 877-1550 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - noon to sign up. All are welcome. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you .want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10a.m.-12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Central Conference Room. This will be a three hour train­ ing. Call 846-0781 for more information. Wednesday February 21 9 a.m.: The Annual Ashe County State of Health and Community Forum will be held at Ashe Services For Aging. Call Nancy Kautz at 846-0781. Saturday February 24 7a.m.: The Annual Heart Breakfast will be held at Winners Circle Restaurant. For more information call Judi Leek at 846-1109 Ongoing Events The Ashe County Garden Club meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. If you have an interest in gardening and you would enjoy plants, visiting discussing private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for further information. • I. I u T7i m m r ""41 k'Jk'lA' Dr. Hank day Jr. announces the addition of Gary Reash, PA to his staff. o something r a f spectacular e ly foryour TJafentine t i ' y a ! Jis e r IF you FIAVE SECRETIY wish ED TFIAT you could do A IARQE NEWSPAPER Ad foR yOUR VAlENTiNE, ihis is yOUR PpORTUNiiy TO TEll ThE WORld JUST how Much yOUR VAlENTiNE MEANS TO you! Gary Reash, Physician Assistant, has joined the office of Dr. Hank Clay Jr. Gary has 10 years of family practice experience as well as experience in orthopedics. He also spent 14 years as a physician assistant in the US Navy. Gary will be available for appointments on Thursday and Friday. Please call 982-2158 to schedule your appointment. Dr. Hank Clay Jr. Mon. - Fri. 8AM to 5PM 982-2158 M ' l I I I I I I I I I I I I ,l I I You can do a half page or a full page ad for 1/2 the normal cost. Color will also be 1/2 price. Call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 and ask for more information about our Valentine Special or come by our office at 203 South Second Avenue, West Jefferson. The ads will be in the February 13,h edition. Deadline to place ads will be February 6Ih. 'gjpj � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 9 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Utilities Commission has made its position official: it is opposed to Northwest Wind Developers' plan to build a large wind energy farm in Ashe County. The news of the Public Staff's views came Tuesday, as Robert S. Gillam, a staff attorney, filed a Statement of Position with the Utili­ ties Commission. This filing, however, has no impact on the upcoming decision of the Utilities Commission on the project. The Public Staff is an in­ dependent agency, separate from the Utilities Commis­ sion, which was created by the General Assembly in 1977 "to review, investigate, and make appropriate recommen­ dations to the North Carolina Utilities Commission with re­ spect to the reasonableness of rates charged and adequacy of service provided by any public utility and with respect to the consistency with the public policy of assuring an energy supply adequate to protect the public health and safety," according to their website. The Statement of Position cites Attorney General Roy Cooper's position, taken in a letter of Feb. 4, 2002, that wind turbines do not meet the definition of "wind mill" con­ tained in the Ridge Law. The Statement says in part, "The Attorney General's office is an agency of the executive branch of state government, as is the Public Staff, and the Attorney General has the responsibil­ ity to issue opinions on issues of law, including the interpre­ tation of state statutes. The Public Staff defers to the At­ torney General's interpreta­ tion of the Ridge Law with respect to wind turbines." Based on this, the Pub­ lic Staff's conclusion is, "The (Utilities) Commission should therefore deny the Company's application for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity on the ground that the proposed construction of the wind farm is not required by the public convenience and necessity inasmuch as it vio­ lates the Ridge Law." Though it is the first state agency to take a public posi­ tion on this project, the Public Staff's statement is only one further opinion to be consid­ ered by the Utilities Commis­ sion in reaching their final decision on Northwest Wind Developers' application. nations for individuals or or­ ganizations in the categories of: 60 years or over who volun­ teers either through an orga­ nization or independently. School/Mentor - someone who volunteers directly with students such as a tutor or mentor, or with the school as a classroom or office assis­ tant, and youth or adults who serve as mentors. Attorney General intervenes Also on Tuesday, the Attor­ ney General's office filed as an intervener in the permitting process for this project. "It is correct that our office has in­ tervened which we can do in matters before the Utilities Commission," said Noelle Talley, spokesperson for the N.C. Department of Justice. She added, however, that, 'The At­ torney General supports alter­ native forms of energy such as wind farms as long as they're not in violation with state and federal laws including North Carolina's ridge law. We have not yet taken a position on this particular wind farm proposal." The reason for the intervention, according to the document filed on Tuesday, is "that the above matter is of significant interest to mem­ bers of the using and consum­ ing public." The Notice of Intervention will allow Attorney General Roy Cooper to either attend the Feb. 13 hearing on the project personally or, as is more likely, be represented at it by an attorney. Raleigh sources indicate Assistant Attorney General Leonard G. Green is likely to be the man serving in that capacity. This attorney will be allowed to cross-examine witnesses at this second part of the Utilities Commission's public hearing. Process In a phone interview Wednesday afternoon, Sam Watson, a staff attorney with the Utilities Commission, of­ fered insights into the process that will happen on Feb. 13. Speaking of the document filed by the attorney general, Watson said, "the only thing this filing means is that he wants to participate in the hearing on Feb. 13." This no­ tice came at this time, as did the Public Staff position, be­ cause there was a Jan. 31 deadline for such filings. Neither the attorney gen­ eral—who has not taken a po­ sition—nor the Public Staff— which has—can overrule the Utilities Commission. Within 4k County seeks nominations by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Do you know someone who is one of a "thousand points of light?" As former President George H. W. Bush described them, volunteers are a shin­ ing example of what's best about mankind. They give of themselves to make things better for others. Ashe County will recog­ nize its many volunteers with a special ceremony in April. The time is now to nominate these volunteers for that rec­ ognition. Deadline is 5 p.m. on Friday, March 9. To nominate a volunteer, simply complete a form avail­ able through the county vol­ unteer coordinator's office at Ashe Services for Aging. Volunteer Coordinator Dawn Goodman welcomes all nomi­ Individual Human Service - for ex­ ample, someone who reads to children and/or adults, helps with mobile meals programs, volunteers with any orga­ nized community program, or independently. Community - for example, someone who has led a vol­ unteer effort to meet a com­ munity need (Relay for Life, Heart Walk, etc.) such as a community cleanup project or development of a day care. Youth - someone under 21 years of age who volunteers in his or her community, school, church, etc. either through an organized program or in­ dependently. Senior Citizen - someone Organization Community - service clubs or special groups organized to address community needs, such as Kiwanis, Lions, fire departments, 4-H, Red Cross, Scouts. Church/Religious - youth groups, Sunday school class, ladies group, brotherhood, student religious group, etc. Business/Industry - busi­ nesses and industries that have supported community See Volunteers, page 5A North Carolina's judicial sys­ tem, the Utilities Commission has a quasi-judicial status that makes it roughly equiva­ lent to a Superior Court. When the Utilities Com­ mission makes its decision— which could come as early as Feb. 13—the only way to re­ verse it would be to file suit in the N.C. Court of Appeals. That court's decision, in turn, could be appealed to the state Supreme Court. Attorney General Cooper and the Public Staff have no "special" privileges in relation to a commission decision, if they disagree with it. In addi­ tion, should the Utilities Com­ mission reject the application, Northwest Wind Developers would have the option of also seeking an appeal. Post photo by Linda Burchette In front of a packed courtroom at Wednesday's special commission meeting,Creston resident Robbie Franklin spoke vehemently against a proposed commercial wind farm on Big Springs Mountain in Creston that could have close to 30 utility grade wind turbines potentially 260 to 345 feet tall. Opponents in majority at windmill hearing by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Local opponents were in the majority Wednesday night as the county commissioners solicited public comment in preparation for enacting an ordinance regulating wind generation. Of the 33 speak­ ers, 25 were Ashe County res­ idents opposing a proposed commercial wind farm on Big Springs Mountain in Cres­ ton. Six local residents spoke in favor of the project along with two people from outside the county. To a standing room only crowd in the small courtroom at Ashe County Courthouse, the board was set to discuss the Mountain Ridge Protec­ tion Act, better known as the Ridge Law, and how it pertains to commercial windmills, develop a resolution asking See Hearing, page 5A Adam Roberts left his mark on Ashe County by Gene Hafer Special to the Post In 1904 Adam Roberts could sit on his front porch and look across the valley to a new Ashe County courthouse on the hillside. He could re­ flect on his good fortune—a man of African-American heritage with uncommon suc­ cesses and the respect of his fellow citizens in and about Jefferson, North Carolina. From his porch he can see his grist mill, his blacksmith shop, the church he and some friends built, and the home of one of his children. The earliest known pub­ lic record of Adam Roberts is in the 1850 census, which lists him as a seven-year-old in the Jefferson household of Mary Milam. She is age 56, and is recorded as being born in Virginia. He is recorded as having been born in North Carolina. Ten years later, the census taker would record this household as composed of Mary Milam, "White," and See Roberts, page 5A Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Photos courtesy of Gene Hafer Left: Adam Roberts, as he appeared near the end of the 19th century. Right: His home still stands today In Jefferson. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,076 U.S. service people killed (as of 1/31) 23,279 U.S. service people wounded (as of 1/31) Temperature extremes at Grandfather GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN, NC -The weath­ er data from the month of January recorded at the official US Weather Service reporting station located next to Grandfather Mountain's Mile High Swinging Bridge shows temperatures that started out seasonably warm and then plummeted the sec­ ond half of the month. Unseasonably warm temperatures broke daily high temperature records four times during January. The temperature reached 56 on January 4 breaking the previous record of 55 for that day set in 2005. The weekend before Martin Luther King Jr. Day experienced more warm temperatures when January 13 had a high temperature of 54 degrees breaking the previous record of 49 degrees set in 1972 and tied in 2005. The trend continued the next day with a temperature of 55 degrees on January 14 breaking the previous record of 53 degrees set in 1960. The holiday rounded out the warm weather with a temperature of 53 on January 15 breaking the 1960 record for the day of 49 degrees. After that holiday, the temperature plummeted and Grandfather Mountain only reached the freez­ ing point three times for the rest of the month. The lowest temperature recorded during the month was negative four degrees on January 29. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Student opportunities for Spring, Summer and beyond. National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Week Please contact Annette Bednosky, school counselor at Ashe County High School for more information on these and other programs. 2462400, or annette.bednosky@ ashe.kl2.nc.us Students Volunteers sought to spend a week in Raleigh! Established in 1973, the Governor's Page Program is a year-round opportunity for high school students to learn about state government in Raleigh. Each student is as­ signed to a state agency to assist employees with mail delivery, research, filing and special projects. Students also meet elected officials, tour historic landmarks and participate in service activi­ ties. Students must be 15-18 years old. Students will be paid $150.00 for their service. Students may elect to stay with a host family who will provide breakfast and dinner and transportation while in Raleigh at a cost of $100.00. Visit www.volunteernc.org/ code/govpage.htm or call the Page Coordinator at 1-800 820-4483. Junior Statesmen Sum­ mer School is for 8th-llth graders who have a passion­ ate interest in politics and current events. This school is located on the campuses of Georgetown, Princeton, Yale and Stanford. There are 3 ba­ sic components: • Students enroll in rigor­ ous courses: AP US History, AP US Gov, US Foreign Pol­ icy, etc. • Student debates: Partici­ pants create and run a leg­ islative body patterned after the US Congress • Program Speakers: Leaders of the government and Media participate in this program. For more information, please visit www.jsa.org/summer or contact Jessica Brow 800-334-5353 orjsa@jsa.org High School Summer Scholars Program at Wash­ ington University in St. Lou­ is. This program is for stu­ dents entering their senior year. Live on campus and earn college credit! For more information visit www.ucol- Baby news Brandy McCoy and Adam Carpenter of Sparta would like to announce the birth of their son, Hennessy Ray Carpenter. He weighed eight pounds and 1.7 ounces. He was 20.4 inches long. Hennessy was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on January 23,2007. His grandparents are Vick McCoy, Gail Trivett Dollar, and Barbara Carpenter. His brother, Gaje Powers wel­ comed him home. Dawn N6ustel and Pete Davern of Crumpler would like to announce the birth of their son, Ayden Mark Orion Davern. He weighed six pounds and 1.7 ounces, and was 18.8 inches long. He was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Elijah and Amy Holman of Todd announce the birth of a son, Alexavier Elijah Holman, born January 21, 2007 at Caldwell Memorial Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds and 15 ounces, and was 20 3/4 inches long, his grandparents are Ruth Strope of West Jefferson and Jimmie and Deborah Holman of Todd. lege.wustl.edu/hssp. Are you a future leader of America? Join the Shelton Leader­ ship Challenge. Students pick from 2 summer sessions, either 6/17-22 at UNC Char­ lotte, or 7/22-27 at Eastern 4-H Environmental Educa­ tion Center is Columbia, NC This experience focuses on: honesty, integrity, compas­ sion, diversity, and social re­ sponsibility. Cost is $425.00. For more information and an application go to www.ncsu. edu/sheltonleadership or con­ tact Debbie at Debbie_reno@ ncsu.edu or 919.513.0148. Legislatures School for Youth Leadership Devel­ opment This residential program will take place on the cam­ pus of Western Carolina University June 23-June 29, 2007. There is no cost to par­ ticipants. If you are a current 9th or 10th grader and think that with some direction and practice that you want to be a leader: apply for this pro­ gram! Applications are in the college/career room at the high school. Interested in biotech­ nology, chemical engineer­ ing, or medical research? Check out the Summer College in Biotechnology and Life Sciences at NC State University This is a scientific research program for rising 11th and 12 graders. Students will divide their time between classes and research. Top­ ics covered will be molecular biology, biochemistry, and applied biochemistry. Ses­ sion dates are 7/9-8/3/07. Tu­ ition is $975 for off campus students and $1975 for on campus students. Applica­ tions accepted until program fills. Full and partial scholar­ ships are available. Scholar­ ship deadline is 4/30/07. Visit www.cifr.ncsu.edu/scibls for more information. Applications for the UPWARD BOUND LEAD­ ERS (Landscape Ecology Approach to Developing Edu­ cational and Research Skills) summer program are avail­ able in the college/career room at the high school or at ww.wcu.edu.bnms. This program is free to se­ lected rising 10th and 11th graders. Students will spend 6/11-7/21 working on research projects and recreating in the outdoors near the Cullowhee Campus. Applications must be received in Cullowhee by March 1, 2007. Pre-collegiate Program in Early American Histo­ ry. High school juniors and seniors can earn 4 hours of college credit by completing this 3 week summer session on the campus of William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA. Students will study and tour historical sites. A background in history is not required, but an open mind, indepen­ dent thinking and spirit of adventure is essential! For more information go to www. wm.edu/niahd. Interlochen Arts Camp. Programs in dance, music, visual arts, writing and more. Merit scholarships and financial aid are avail­ able to talented artists. For more information visit www. Interlochen.org/art07. Inter­ lochen is located in northern Michigan. Martha Guy Summer Institute for Business. This progam is at ASU and will be held for current HS Juniors from 7/8-28/07. Stu­ dents will spend time on the ASU campus,visit the NY stock exchange and Washing­ ton DC. This program is espe­ cially beneficial for students interested in business or that have an entrepreneurial spir­ it. Need based financial aid is available. Applications are due February 15. For more information visit: www.business.appstate.edu or call 877277-6474. US Military Academy at West Point has 2 summer sessions to choose from: 6/2-8 or 6/9-15. This program Johnson and Wales University Career Explo­ rations, Charlotte, N.C. Campus. This program is for current 10th and 11th graders interested in exploring a ca­ reer in business, pastry arts, culinary arts, or hospitality. The programs last for 3 days and cost $95.00. The Baking pastry arts costs $195.00. Instruction, accommoda­ tions, meals, city and campus tours are included. Students attending this program are eligible for a $500.00 tu­ ition grant towards full time study. Dates are either 7/6-8, or 7/20-22. For more informa­ tion visit www.jwu.edu or call 1-866-598-2427. Also happening around the guidance office: To begin 2/15: "Anger and Stress Management" discussion group for ACHS students. This group will meet during school. For more information contact school counselor Annette Bednosky (annette.bednosky@ashe. kl2.nc.us), or counseling in­ tern James Moore (james. moore@ashe.kl2.nc.us) at 246-2400. To begin in late Febru­ ary, "What Next?" A discus­ sion group for seniors or other students getting ready to leave high school and are struggling with direction. For more information, see above contacts. is for high achieving HS ju­ niors a chance to have a first hand experience at a service academy. Applications and more information is at http:// admissions.usma.edu .Appli­ cation deadline is 4/1/07. The cost is $325.00. has programs for middle school and high school stu- WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING UMBER OR TIMBERLAND MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-721-5113 It's lifze- froo Credit Problems? Need a Car? CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW o o Cupid's Love Note " (Sweetheart (Spouse, Parents, Children, Grandparents, (Special Friend or Petl What better way to show your love than in print! Up to 20 words will be printed at no charge! (Over 20 words for a small charge) For only $5.00 you may include a photo with your message. Ml names will entered in our drawing which will be held Monday, Februaiy 12th at 5:00pm. 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A Safe Home for Everyone (A.S.H.E.), a program of the Ashe County Partnership for Children, began providing services to Ashe County in 1999. We currently provide a wide range of assistance to children and families that have experienced, or are at risk of experiencing, vio­ lence in their homes, schools or communities. For more information regarding the types of services available to you, your neighbors and your students, please contact us at (336) 982-8851 at any time. February 6-10, 2006 was the first-ever National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Week. In November 2006, Senator Mike Crapo of Idaho, together with several other U.S. Senators, introduced a resolution calling for Febru­ ary 5 - 9, 2007, to be desig­ nated "National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Pre­ vention Week." This past De­ cember the Senate Resolu­ tion passed with unanimous consent. Domestic violenpe is typi­ cally associated with adult relationships but unfortu­ nately violence and abuse is common in teen dating rela­ tionships. In an effort to as­ sist schools and community agencies in educating teens on the subject of dating vio­ lence, the American Bar As­ sociation offers Teen Dating Violence Toolkits. The tool­ kits include a DVD on dating and violence, a book which provides prevention rec­ ommendations, a teacher's guide, and more. It is up to educators and family services agencies to ensure prevention efforts move forward in our commu­ nity and high school. By cre­ ating and implementing ef­ Send that Special Someone a North Carolina School of the Arts Summer School Cup recall Mead Johnson Nutritionals, of Evansville, Ind. is re­ calling Sippy/Tumbler Cups sold nationwide from Sep­ tember 2006 to October 2006. The impact of being dropped or banged can cause the cup to break into pieces, resulting in sharp or jagged edges that pose a laceration hazard. 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Jefferson Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 Fax: 336-846-7165 • Phone: 336-846-7164 ¥' ¥ I ill "J �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Domestic violence activist to speak at ASU BOONE—Kit Gruelle, a domestic violence activist, educator, volunteer and film producer, will speak Thurs­ day, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. in Room 114 in Appalachian State University's Carol G. Belk Library and Information Commons. Her presentation will in­ clude a preview of the film "Private Violence: The Move­ ment Against Battering in America" that she is co-pro­ ducing with Catherine Saulino. A discussion will fol­ low. The public is invited to attend. Gruelle's talk is spon­ sored by the Center for Ap­ palachian Studies, the LifeWriting Research Cluster of the Appalachian Humanities Council, the Department of Political Science and Crimi­ nal Justice and the College of Arts and Sciences. She is a consultant and community educator for the North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence, In that role, Gruelle has de­ veloped, consulted on, and conducted seminars on do­ mestic violence and sexual assault prevention for nu­ merous organizations, in­ cluding law schools, medical schools, colleges and commu­ by Roy Cooper N.C. Attorney General Special to the Post may recommend that you en­ roll in a debt management plan. Sign up for one of these plans only after a certified credit counselor has spent time thoroughly reviewing your financial situation, and has offered you customized ad­ vice on managing your money. In a debt management plan, you deposit money each month with the credit coun­ seling organization. The orga­ nization then uses that money to pay your credit card bills, student loans, and medical Post file photo bills according to a payment schedule the counselor devel­ Roy Cooper ops with you and your credi­ profit and work with you to tors. Your creditors may agree solve your financial problems. to lower your interest rates or But keep in mind that just waive certain fees, but check because an organization says with all your creditors to con­ it's nonprofit doesn't guaran­ firm these offers. You may tee that its services are free, have to agree not to apply for affordable, or even legitimate. or use any additional credit You can check to see if a coun­ while you're participating in seling service is accredited by the plan. contacting the National Foun­ • Watch out for scams such dation for Credit Counseling as debt negotiation. at 1-800-388-2227 or via their Watch out for risky schemes website at www.nfcc.org. My such as debt negotiation that Consumer Protection office at can have a long-term negative (877)-5-NO-SCAM or the Bet­ impact on your credit. ter Business Bureau may also Debt negotiation firms be able to help. often claim that they can ar­ • Think about enrolling in range for you to pay off your a debt management plan. debts by paying as little as 10 A credit counseling agency to 50 percent of what you owe and try to pitch their services as an alternative to bankrupt­ cy. They may claim that using their services won't impact your ability to get credit in the future, or that negative infor­ mation can be removed from nity colleges, and social work and public health agencies at the county, state and na­ tional level. As coordinator of Cha­ tham County's N.C. Bridges program, she served as a vic­ tim advocate and community educator for the Family Vio­ lence and Rape Crisis Ser­ vices. Gruelle serves on the Gov­ ernor's Task Force on Child Well Being and Domestic Violence, the Pre-Natal Sub­ stance Abuse Community Advisory Board, Corrections Futures 2000, the Chatham County Domestic Violence Criminal Justice Task Force, the Coalition for Family Peace Batterers Intervention Task Force, and the Adoles­ cent Pregnancy Prevention Coalition of North Carolina. She was appointed as com­ missioner for the N.C. Crime Victims Compensation Com­ mission by Gov. Jim Hunt in 2000. She received the J.C. Penney Golden Rule Award for Volunteer Service to the Community in 1990, the Elna B. Spaulding Founders Award for Community Ser­ vice in 1991, and was recog­ nized as Tar Heel of the Week by the Raleigh News and Ob­ server Feb. 14, 1999. Tackle debt in the New Year, attorney general says With the New Year under way, it's time to start digging out from under that mountain of debt that was piled on in 2006. Take a serious look at your finances and follow these tips for a debt-free future. • Figure out what you owe. Gather all of your monthly statements and record your balances along with informa­ tion about when payments are due. If you're overextended, stop using your credit cards and pay for your purchases with cash or a check instead. • Contact your creditors. If you owe more than you can afford to pay, contact your creditors to discuss your op­ tions for repayment. Most companies are willing to set up special arrangements to help. However, be realistic about how quickly you'll be able to pay back what you owe before you agree to a payment plan. • Consider a credit coun­ selor. If you're unable to stick to a budget or if you can't work out a repayment plan, consider contacting a credit counseling service. Many credit counsel­ ing organizations are non- Former publisher takes Blue Ridge Electric post (Editor's note: Patty Wheel­ er was the last publisher of the Skyland Post prior to its merger with the Jefferson Times to form the Jefferson Post in 1988.) Lenoir, North Carolina (January 29, 2007) - Patty ing financial help for winter electric bills. With increased member support, Operation Round up will be able to pro­ vide increasing community support by funding projects that provide critical pro­ grams and services to local your credit report when you complete their debt negotia­ tion program. The firms usu­ ally tell you to stop making payments to your creditors and send payments to their firm instead. Many of these claims just don't hold up. Creditors don't have to accept partial pay­ ment of a legitimate debt. In fact, if you stop making pay­ ments on a credit card, you'll likely be hit with late fees and interest charges that can dou­ ble or triple your debt and you could face legal action. Steer clear of any debt negotiation or debt settlement company that charges you for their ser­ vices upfront or for services they haven't completed. Debt management companies are also likely to charge expensive fees for their services such as set up fees, a monthly ser­ vice fee, and a percentage of the money you've supposedly saved. All those fees can add up and add to your debt. • Avoid debt consolidation that could lead to foreclosure. Another option that has risks is consolidating your debt through a second mort­ gage or a home equity line of credit. Remember that these loans require you to put up your home as collateral. If you can't make the payments or if your payments are late, you could lose your home. 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EMB1-06-1525 �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Let experts, public speak We are coming up on round two of the Utilities Commission's hearing on the proposed wind mill project, which takes place in Raleigh on Feb. 13. This is a time for both experts and the public to speak out. A growing num­ ber of attorneys will be there to do the question­ ing, in addition to the com­ missioners themselves. At press time, those sending such lawyers included the Public Staff, the attorney general and Blue Ridge Electric as well, of course, as the applicant, Northwest Wind Developers LLC. The commissioners will hear evidence from the public, as well as a list of experts. Both will bring important information to the table. It is no secret this county is split—along what lines is not clear—on this project. There is both support and opposition among average citizens. The greatest bar­ rier to making an informed decision is the silence of some key players. Our position as a news­ paper is two-fold. First, we recognize the urgent need for the development of alternative forms of ener­ gy in our nation. We are addicted to oil, an addiction that makes us vulnerable to sometimes hostile nations. In addition, there is a grow­ ing consensus that the use of fossil fuels is at least significantly contributing to the phenomenon known as "global warming." Secondly, this newspaper must consider the impact on the average citizen of the county. For that reason, we await with great inter­ est an opinion from Blue Ridge Electric. They know more about electricity and this region's needs in that regard than anyone. They have the expertise to tell us whether or not this project would benefit the average citizen and the cooperative as a whole. We hope they will take a public position, and soon. We have also invited Dr. Richard Calhoun to explain his company's project in the pages of this newspaper; this offer has been out there since last fall, and we hope he will take advantage of it shortly. This upcoming hearing will presumably provide more solid information on this project and what it may mean for this county, if approved. With the oppo­ sition of the Public Staff and the likely opposition of Attorney General Roy Cooper, however, it may be a long time before such approval comes—if ever— and makes it through chal­ lenges in the state Court of Appeals and, perhaps the state Supreme Court. No question, though: all eyes will be on Raleigh on Feb. 13. Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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PAGE 4A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 Wind mill controversy To the Editor: Windmill concerned Ashe County residents: I have lived in Ashe County for 11 years now and plan on staying. I raised three daughters and farmed to live and lived to farm. For the last 12 months I have lived off the grid (no connection to utilities). My only source of power is 12 volt batteries, and gravity water. All this I do by choice without persuasion. Concerning the options that lay before the residents of this county (that I love) I am greatly concerned. Last week's meeting at the court­ house was mixed with facts and Internet propaganda (turbines do not cause can­ cer!). The proposed WM (windmill) facility does have pros and cons as all issues do. From my point of view there are only 3 points of concern. Point #1: flashing strobe lights at the top of each tur­ bine. I too like to look through my telescope at night. The lights at night would inter­ fere with my view. These are required by the air traffic con­ trol. The strobe lights are less intrusive than the sweeping spot light at the Ashe County airport. And each security light at each home on every ridge line. Point #2: size. They are enormous, but elegant in their own right. Clean pow­ er is hard to find and this is clean power. Point #3: most importantly, what will go on Big Springs Mountain in my view shed from my home if the WM los­ es? Have you given thought to the private owned land that could become a cement covered coal burning elec­ tric producing plant or even worse yet condominiums and yet another golf course? If the WM win, the land will re­ main in pasture and cattle or other live stock can graze all the property safely. I don't like strobe lights and don't want the view to encompass 28 WM. I do want our planet to live, thrive, and continue to improve envi­ ronmentally. It could be that these enormous WM could only be there for 10-20 years until we learn better. The ex­ pense of removal of the WM is written in to the project and the money is set aside to take the WM down if we find a bet­ ter alternative. The option of WM is better than coal. In 20 years we may have a better alternative. But for now we have got to stop raping the land of Virginia and West Vir­ ginia and leaving pits of dust and sulfur water runoff. We can only hope that our chil­ dren's children will gain the knowledge to make improve­ ments. The wind mills are huge and obtrusive to our ridge line. Compared to what? In 20 years will the trees be alive and will we need a rebreather mask to live? Will we be pretty then? Coal burn­ ing plants have ruined our air and land. Not to mention the numerous relatives I have lost in the past in coalmining business. The WM construc­ tion will change the land only temporarily. Construc­ tion becomes complete but coal trucking goes on and on. Our wildlife has also suffered from pollution; the wildlife is my groceries. How pretty is adult on-set Asthma, one of the fastest growing adult ill­ nesses today and caused by air pollution and household cleaning agents. Yes; con­ struction is ugly but short lived. Our real-estate busi­ ness is worried that they won't sell another 300 million in property this year. I fail to see the problem with that. They say that the WM proj­ ect is for private profit. Isn't the real-estate business prof­ its? I would be pleased to see our land become affordable so that the next born genera­ tion of Ashe County can af­ ford to live near home. If Big Springs Mountain were going to become a gated community would there be petitions to stop it? The only real answer is for every private citizen to •<Z)VCI TH M6VXlCI\ettU<£ Letters to the Editor become responsible for their own power needs. That is an idealistic dream true. If we start teaching our children now it could be that in the next generation it could be real. I commend the students from the wind project at ASU for their bravery in speaking the truth at the hearing last Thursday night. It is possible for an idealistic dream to be­ come futuristic. It is complete­ ly possible for every home in this county to produce their own energy and to it unobtru­ sively to our mountains.There are water wheels, hot water panels, photovoltaic panels and small wind turbines that would produce more than needed. What a true blessing to be free of crude oil needs from the east and to be free of utility bills completely. It will take the community com­ ing together and taking baby steps. And many baby steps make big steps. I am offering my time to start a group of like-minded people who are interested in decreasing home power con­ sumption and learning about alternative energy. There is an alternative for every home in Ashe County and in this state. Changes can start small and grow. I am seriously concerned for Ashe County. Contact me at ann@rosemountainfarm. com. Ann Rose More on wind mills... To the Editor: I am not currently a resi­ dent of Ashe County, however I am a graduate of Northwest Ashe High School and my par­ ents are current residents of Lansing. I am also a graduate of North Carolina State Uni­ versity with a Bachelor's of Science in Construction Engi­ neering. I would like to com­ ment on application SP-167 Subl submitted to the North Carolina Utilities Commis­ sion on July 17, 2006 by Mr. Richard Calhoun - Principle of Northwest Wind Develop­ ers, LLC. Mr. Calhoun is cur­ rently seeking a Certificate of Public Convenience and Ne­ cessity for 25 to 28 150 mil­ lion kilowatt wind turbines in the Creston community of Ashe County, North Carolina. I am writing this letter to im­ plore you, the citizens of Ashe County, to stand up against Mr. Calhoun. In doing so you will help preserve the natural beauty of the North Carolina mountains for future genera­ tions. First, let me describe the system that is currently un­ der planning for placement in the Creston area atop Big Springs Mountain. A $65 million project of 25 to 28 turbines means that Mr. Calhoun will be placing 300 foot high structures capable of supporting in the neigh­ borhood of 3,900 homes with electricity. Ashe County, and western North Carolina in general, does not currently have the infrastructure for placement of these extremely large wind Each structure turbines. must be divided as follows: there are 3 wings, 1 nacelle (nacelle refers to the struc­ ture on top of the tower which houses all of the generating components), at least 1 gear­ box, the nacelle interior and then the sectioned supporting structure. The small, narrow roads of Ashe County will not support the 19-axled tractor trailers that will each exceed 200' in length. As an example, each nacelle for this equip­ ment type weighs in excess of 80 metric tons. Combined with the weight of the tractor trailer is a load never meant for the roads of Ashe County. When these 200' trailers ap­ proach grades in excess of 5% the road tractors have dif­ ficulty pulling them, which results in horrible damage to the road system. In addition to the turbine transport will be the numerous construction vehicles required for a project of this magnitude. Cranes large enough for this project will need to be dismantled and hauled in pieces to the job site. Concrete trucks will become a constant visitor as well. Road repairs of this magnitude will inevitably fall to the constituency. In this instance, the cost of the many far outweighs the benefit of the few. The second glaring rea­ son to fight Northwest Wind Development would be the severe environmental con­ sequences we all will pay to Northwest Wind Developers. In Western Australia it has been noted that wind farms are directly correlated to the massive kills of migratory avian species. The operat­ ing volume of a turbine is in excess of 80 decibels - far above the 45 decibels con­ sidered annoying to human ears. Wind turbines create vertical eddies, causing air from the ground to mix with air higher up. These eddies dry and heat the air on the ground, particularly during the morning hours. It would be a detriment to our beauti­ ful mountains to place some­ thing this destructive in the environment. Are the citizens of Ashe County prepared to pay eco­ nomically for this wind farm? I ask you, how many tourists will make the trek to Jef­ ferson in the fall to view the changing leaves on our beau­ tiful mountains... mountains sat against a backdrop of 300 foot tall wind turbines. Would you buy a house next to a wind farm? Would you vaca­ tion next to a power plant? Are you prepared for tour­ ism to be the next industry to leave the citizens of Ashe County stranded? Will you remain complacent as you are economically abandoned by the "community leaders" elected to protect you? In closing, I implore you to put your foot down against wind farms. Please speak out against wind farms in Ashe County - not just for the eco­ nomic and environmental reasons I have sat before you, but for future generations of Ashe County residents. Call and visit your county com­ missioners. Call and visit your representatives in the NC General Assembly. I have attached a list of their contact information. These represen­ tatives were hired by your votes to work in the interest of the people. Make sure that they do. Thank you for your time. Joe R. Fulbright III NC Representative: Cullie M. Tarleton (D) 1109 Legislative Building Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 Culliet@ncleg.net 919-733-7727 NC State Senator: Steve Goss (D) 1118 Legislative Building Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 Steveg@ncleg.net 919-7335742 County Commissioners: Richard Blackburn (Chair­ man) Gary Barber (Vice Chair­ man) Judy Porter Poe Marty Gambill Larry Rhodes 150 Government Circle Suite 2500 Jefferson, NC 28640 336.219.2501 NC Attorney General: Roy Cooper 9001 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-9001 919.716.6400 And more... To the Editor: We've had to fight against asphalt plants that would contaminate the air and poi­ son the trees, developers that love to build houses on our ridge tops and flood plains along the beautiful historic New River and now, wind mill farms that will tower 400 feet above our mountain ridge tops. Not one wind mills, but 25 to 30 and that's just a be­ ginning. I grew up in these Ashe County mountains prob­ ably taking the beauty of the mountains, farms and streams around me for grant­ ed. The magnificent moun­ tains, beautiful farms, un­ blemished ridge tops, fresh water springs you could drink from, the historic New River that has been designated by the president of the United States as a National Scenic River, all of these precious and fragile assets we love and cherish are continuously being threatened by greed. Why are we so determined to destroy our beautiful moun­ tains and streams and let our mountains go the way of America's beaches and shore­ lines, all commercial, asphalt and concrete? Wake up, residents of Ashe County, and help stop Dr. Cal­ houn from making millions of dollars for his personal ben­ efit from a lucrative wind mill farm paid for principally by tax payer grant money while destroying our precious mountain ridges and all the good Ashe County residents that are "inconveniently" in the way of his progress. And if you think putting a wind mill farm in Ashe County will lower your electric bill, I have some swamp land in south Florida I'd like to sell you. Ann Shoemaker McGuire Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. Ail it takes is a let­ ter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verification purposes. Only the writer's name and communi­ ty will be published. Letters must not be libelous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Hearing continued from front page the North Carolina Utilities Commission to delay a deci­ sion on the proposed wind farm until the county could take a position, and discuss an ordinance to regulate wind generation. After two hours of public comment, much of it from those who spoke at the Utilities Commission hearing last Thursday, the Ashe Coun­ ty Commissioners decided to wait until after another pubhe hearing on Monday before considering an ordinance. Part of the reason for this delay is because of informa­ tion received Wednesday that Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and the Public Staff of the Utilities Commission had both filed papers relating to a certificate of convenience and necessity requested by Rich­ ard Calhoun with Northwest Wind Developers for the wind farm in Creston. Cooper filed as an intervener in the per­ mitting process allowing him or a representative to partici­ pate in the Utilities Commis­ sion hearing on Feb. 13. The Public Staff filed a statement of position based on an inter­ pretation of the Ridge Law in 2002 by the Attorney Gener­ al's office that wind turbines do not meet the definition of windmill contained in the Ridge Law. Their position is that the Utilities Commis­ sion should deny the Creston project because it violates the Ridge Law. (See story on page one of today's edition.) Neither action will stop the project. The Utilities Com­ mission will continue on Feb. 13 in Raleigh the hearing that began last Thursday in Jefferson. The three-member commission will hear all tes­ timony and comments before deciding on the issue, and no date has been announced for the decision. Many, including the attorney for Northwest Wind Developers, believe the issue will be decided in court. As the proceedings began Wednesday evening, Com­ mission Chairman Richard Blackburn made a statement about the reason for the spe­ cial called meeting! He'said the current status of Ashe County on wind generation is relying on the Mountain Ridge Protection Act, assum­ ing this Ridge Law will not allow commercial wind tur­ bines on the ridges, but there is concern over interpretation of the law's exemption for "windmills." "What does this mean?" Blackburn asked. His opinion is that the interpretation by the Attorney General's office, that no structures over 40 feet allowed on the ridges except communication towers and windmills excludes commer­ cial wind turbines hundreds of feet tall, will be challenged in court. For Ashe County to have a say in the issue, an or­ dinance is needed, Blackburn said. Such an ordinance does not approve or disapprove of commercial wind farms but gives the county a voice in the matter. Without an ordinance, he said, the county forfeits lo­ cal input. Blackburn then asked County Attorney John Kilby to elaborate on the filings by the Attorney General and Public Staff. Until a few days prior to last Thursday's hearing be­ fore the Utilities Commis­ sion, Kilby was also the attor­ ney for Richard Calhoun with Northwest Wind Developers. The potential conflict of in­ terest led Kilby to stop rep­ resenting Calhoun (a former commissioner) in order to represent the county. County Manager Dan McMillan said on Wednesday that he asked Kilby two weeks ago when this potential conflict arose to make a choice. "I said, it's time," McMillan said. Kilby told the board dur­ ing Wednesday's meeting that the notice of intervention by the Attorney General's office and the statement of posi­ tion by the Public Staff are opinions. A decision on the request by Northwest Wind Developers for a certificate of convenience and necessity rests with the Utilities Com­ mission. Their decision can then be challenged in court. As the commissioners prepared to hear public com­ ment, Robbie Franklin of Creston paced restlessly near the podium, anxious to speak. He said he lives close to the site of the proposed wind farm, would be able to see the turbines and probably hear them. The speakers last week from Watauga, he said, based their opinions on the destruction of mountains in West Virginia and Kentucky for coal mining and said wind power is the way to overcome this. He said he agrees, and is in favor of small wind proj­ ects, but people in other parts of the state envy Ashe County for its natural beauty and there is no way anyone here should allow the destruction of the northwest corner of the county by these "gigantic and disruptive machines." Joseph Miller of West Jef­ ferson disagreed, saying he thinks the wind farm is prob­ ably a good idea, but an ordi­ nance is necessary to regu­ late, particularly rights of way and property access by landowners. "This is an op­ portunity for us and we need the electricity, but we need to plan it for ourselves," he said. Appalachian State Uni­ versity professor Dr. Dennis Scanlin, also director of the North Carolina Small Wind Initiative, said he is the pri­ mary author of Watauga County's ordinance regulat­ ing commercial wind genera­ tion and offered a draft of an ordinance for Ashe County that unlike the Watauga or­ dinance divides wind genera­ tion into categories such as solitary turbines, small wind­ mills and utility scale wind farms. Organic farmer Joe Mar­ tin of Helton said there is no more inappropriate technolo­ gy for Ashe County than util­ ity scale wind farms, saying proponents would put wind turbines on every ridge in Ashe County if no one stops them. Mike Joines of Warrensville received applause when he asked if the New River was not allowed to be dammed for hydroelectric power, which is cheaper than wind genera­ tion, why would the county allow wind turbines on the ridge tops? "I like the name of the law, Mountain Ridge Protection Act," said Richard Shepherd of Lansing, whose property is in view of the proposed wind farm. "Let's protect our moun­ tain ridges." "We only have one chance at these mountains or they're forever changed," said Tom Pope. "Never sacrifice the per­ manent for the immediate." Dr. Staci Chamberlain with Ashe Memorial Hospi­ tal offered information about health concerns for people living near utility grade wind turbines. Health problems have been documented by other physicians, she said, re­ lating to the noise level and blade flicker of the turbines. Louis Zeller with the Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League said there is a lot of misinformation about health concerns and no documented evidence to support it, and wind farms such as proposed by Northwest Wind Develop­ ers are virtually soundless. This one farm, he said, could power the whole county. A quick rush to judgment on wind being the solution to dependence on coal and mid­ dle eastern oil can be harm­ ful, said Skip Schwenn of Warrensville. He said he and his wife moved to the county to enjoy the scenery and he encouraged the commission­ ers to adopt an ordinance to focus particularly on height of windmills. Drew Martin of West Jef­ ferson agreed, saying the technology of wind turbines is not yet to the point it should be to be imposed on the Ashe County people without as­ surances it wouldn't have a negative impact. The technol­ ogy may just have to wait, he said. Representing Richard Cal­ houn for Northwest Wind the south of town." That brick house on the hill, located on Long Street, is today a symbol of Ashe County's racial heritage and a tribute to its builder. It is a well-designed, classic two-sto­ ry that has remained in style over the years. The solid brick walls are twelve inches thick (a conduit challenge when electricity and indoor plumb­ ing became available in later years). This house has been continuously occupied by Ashe County families since the day it was completed. To­ day, the Adam Roberts home is being patiently restored by current owner Brian Lam­ beth. You can learn more by visiting his web site: www. robertshouse.org. On April 9, 1865, at age 22, Adam Roberts enlisted in the Union Army. His mili­ tary records state that he had five years of work as a black­ smith before enlisting. After discharge from the army, he returned home to follow the same trade. When the 1870 census was taken he was listed as age 28, a blacksmith in Jefferson Township. In his household were his wife "Winney" (listed as "Wilhelmina" in 1880) and a daughter Mary, age 7. His land was valued at $500 and personal property at $100. A deed to Adam Roberts from J.B. Waugh dated April 25, 1876, shows the purchase of 58.5 acres. At that time no government records (or regu­ lation) existed to show con­ struction of homes or busi­ nesses. The deed description indicates his home and busi­ nesses were built on this land and another quarter-acre lo­ cated in the town of Jefferson. In 1908, he and his second wife, Nancy, mortgaged their home and grist mill for $350. About three years later, Adam Roberts and wife Elizabeth conveyed six acres of land, along with a two-plus acre tract as to which a right of access to their home's spring was reserved. He died at the National Soldiers Home in Johnson City, Tennessee on December 26, 1913. The following year, his widow and children sold their interests in his home place. Today, one of Ashe County's little-known trea­ sures is the Adam Roberts house. It is probably the only one of its kind - built with style and durability by a man of African-American heritage who was a participant in the Civil War. Gene Hafer, who lives in Jefferson and describes him­ self as a semi-retired attorney, contributed this article for Na­ tional African-American Her­ itage Month. He is compiling information for a book about Adam Roberts and would ap­ preciate hearing from anyone with knowledge about the man or the house. The photograph of Adam Roberts is courtesy of his great-granddaughter, Judy Roberts Ross. The photograph of the Adam Roberts house is cour­ tesy of Brian Lambeth. Roberts Developers, Boone attorney Andrea Capua said there are good arguments for wind en­ ergy and also concerns. The important thing, she said, is the process. Everyone is sup­ portive of wind energy so there must be a way to support that in Ashe County. ASU is an in­ credible resource the area is lucky to have, she said. To the commissioners she said, "I hope you will consider a just and fair ordinance." "Seems ASU is bound and determined to use our county as a test site for these wind turbines," said Maria Whalley of Lansing. "I don't want to be a test site." During commissioner com­ ments, audience members laughed and applauded when Commissioner Judy Poe of­ fered a tongue in cheek mo­ tion to allow wind turbines in Watauga County, and Chair­ man Blackburn replied that Watauga is out of their juris­ diction. Blackburn also said the commission had planned to discuss an ordinance that night, but received a concur­ rence from the other members to wait until after Monday's public hearing, scheduled at 5 p.m. during their regular meeting. At that meeting, the board will have a first read­ ing of the proposed ordinance, but because one member will not be present they cannot adopt it until after a second reading, to take place most likely at the Feb. 19 meeting. Commissioner Marty Gambill said he is glad to have a little more time to tweak the ordinance, which can be seen online at www.ashecountygov.com. Commissioner Gary Barber said he remembered a differ­ ent meeting when even more people turned out against reg­ ulation than the number who appeared Wednesday night in favor of this proposed regula­ tion. He said these issues that concern property owners will continue to come up and citi­ zens should stay active and think proactive. A lasting impression of just what is at stake in this debate was made vividly ap­ parent as David Oliver cap­ tured everyone's attention describing a family camping trip in the mountains, waking up in the morning "aghast at the beauty" and then noticing the Sugar Top resort miles away, and thinking "I'm glad they're not building some­ thing like that here." THE OBSERVATION DECK ...^or me there lies Within the lights and shadows of your eyes, continued from front page Adam (no last name), "Mulat­ to." One of our Ashe County history books says he was the child of George Bly and Cyn­ thia Roberts, a white woman. Adam Roberts observed the tides of fortune in the com­ munity. The days of accepted slavery for some people he knew well were followed after the Civil War by a period of Reconstruction. In 1880 the Roberts household included boarders who were now in good jobs - two with the gov­ ernment's postal service. But afterward came a long period of oppression for anyone who had either the appearance of colored skin or was known to have "mixed blood." In 1898, an elected government in Wilmington, North Carolina was overthrown by a white mob which shot people just because of the color of their skins - yet no one was pros­ ecuted. One Ashe County man was truly fortunate. Mary Milam, widow of Reverend William Milam, executed a will in 1862, leaving everything to "Adam Milam, a free boy of color." Then only twenty years old, he was considered by law to be a minor. The will named Jefferson lawyer Quincy F. Neal as executor to carry out her wishes. In John Preston Arthur's book History of West­ ern North Carolina he states: "Mrs. Milam owned a resi­ dence opposite J.E. and N.A. Foster's, but gave the lot to Adam Roberts, colored, who subsequently sold it and built the brick house on the hill to Free Clinic appeals to local nurses Commission meets Monday The public will have an op­ portunity to continue their comments concerning wind generation in Ashe County and a proposed commercial wind farm on Big Springs Mountain in Creston during a hearing Monday at 5 p.m. at the Ashe County Board of Commissioners' meeting. The commission meets at 3:30 p.m. at the courthouse in Jefferson. Items on the agen­ da include: 3:35 p.m.: Cyrus Hurley, director of information tech­ nology, with a departmental update. 3:50 p.m.: Gene Hafer and Gwen Ashley with an update JAMES WELDON JOHNSON on the Museum of Ashe Coun­ ty History. 5 p.m.: Public hearing to consider adopting an ordi­ nance regulating wind power generation and windmills within the boundaries of Ashe County. Items under general ses­ sion include resolutions in support of the Highway 221 widening project, request­ ing legislative action to allow foxes to be harvested by trap­ ping and sold, and legislative action to allow to be taken by trapping, plus approval of a license plate agency contract for county operation of this service. Volunteers — continued from front page involvement and volunteer on a separate piece of paper write a description of the vol­ efforts. Those nominating volun­ unteer's services. Nomination forms and teers will be asked on the nomination form to list the further information can be name of the organization for obtained by calling Dawn which the person volunteers, Goodman at 246-2461 or the the date of the nomination, Ashe County Administration choose a category for eitheJr office at 219-2501. Gopdman individual or organization, can also be reached by email goodman_dawn@yahoo. the volunteer's name, ad­ at dress and phone number, and com. SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM ininininlrniolninl gat 51El BIG 51ElGIG G1G1E1' 5 bi>. 5 GIGli G1G1G1C G1G1E1C G1G1S*' The only beauty that is never old. basic computer knowledge, or who are willing to learn basic computer skills, an opportu­ nity to help people in a simple, low-stress environment. Our mission at the Free Clinic is: "Understanding and serving the health and well­ ness needs of the medically uninsured living and work­ ing in Ashe County, N.C." Our medical providers, staff and volunteers enjoy a sense of genuine community where we make new friends and serve our neighbors. We welcome all inquiries. Please contact Linda Marsh, R.N., the clinic coordinator, at 846-4649 or by the web at www.acfmc.org or clinic@ acfmc.org. Our location is 105 East Main Street in Jefferson. Our mailing address is P.O. Box 1506, Jefferson, NC 28640. We look forward to having you join us in this vital community ministry! The Ashe County Free Medi­ cal Clinic knows that NURSES care! DO you ever think about your motivation to enter the nursing profession? Are you working as a nurse because you have the desire to serve people? Do you work full-time, part-time or are you retired and long for an opportunity to apply your practical skills and spend time with a patient? Do you have at least four hours once a month to share? Then we have good news for you! The Free Clinic is seeking RNs and LPNs with a cur­ rent North Carolina license who can donate their services on Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m., helping our neighbors in need of basic medical care. We wel­ come all nurses, including those retired and still holding a North Carolina license, or those who desire to reactivate their credentials. The Free Clinic offers to those who have Theatre One We Are Marshall. 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Jefferson Avenue in downtown West Jefferson Lire Music featuring t irloria ami Mull mm. Li"! & c»u �PAGE 6A FRIDAY/ FEBRUARY 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Church growth slowing among evangelicals by Libby Lovelace Baptist Press Special to the Post NASHVILLE, Tenn. (BP)~ In recent years, leaders in the Southern Baptist Conven­ tion and the broader evan­ gelical world have sounded the alarm that churches are becoming less and less effec­ tive in evangelism. Baptisms among Southern Baptist churches have numbered less than 400,000 each of the last five years, and 2005 saw the lowest total since 1993. With that in mind, LifeWay Research made it a pri­ ority to investigate Southern Baptist churches that are ef­ fective in reaching people for Christ. With input from LifeWay Christian Resources Presi­ dent Thom S. Rainer, LifeWay Research determined to look at churches that met the following criteria: baptized at least 26 people per year for 10 consecutive years; had overall worship attendance growth during the same 10 years; and had a member­ ship-to-baptism ratio of no more than 20-to-l. Out of more than 43,000 churches in the SBC, 22 met the criteria based on data they reported annually. Of these, 19 agreed to have several staff members and lay leaders participate in a process of one-on-one inter­ views. So what exactly do these 19 standout churches have in common? PASTOR SETS THE BAR The most common element is the essential role of the se­ nior pastor. Results indicate the pastor sets the tone for the church and regards evan­ gelism with utmost impor­ tance. "These pastors do more than stress the importance of evangelism; they lead by example as they are person­ ally passionate about and in­ volved in sharing Christ both from the pulpit and through personal interaction with the unchurched and lost," said Brad Waggoner, director of LifeWay Research. Those interviewed de­ scribe the pastors with terms such as, "highly relational," "personable," "caring," "pas­ sionate," "humble," "strong leader," "a shepherd," and "authentic." "This is strikingly similar to the findings in the popular book 'Good to Great' by Jim Collins, as he looked into the leadership of great compa­ nies," Waggoner said. "Collins concluded that great leaders are both driven and humble. The pastors of the churches studied appear to be similar. They love God, love their flock and are compassionate for the lost. They are resolutely committed to reaching the lost and yet they lead with a spirit of humility, authentic­ ity and relational warmth." Nearly all of the churches describe their polity as pas­ tor- or staff-led. Interviewees indicate the pastor provides significant leadership, and both church staff and lay Assembly of God Church Pastor George Norris 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Corner of Faw-Roland & McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School • 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Buld Mtn. Rd., West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Senice -11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Raldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center 336-877-2801 Pastor: 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewjs, Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM (Prayer. A Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry, Teen Tune) 'A Church focused - on faith, family 6i the future" Church of Christ at West Jefferson J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 SundaySchool*• u):00 am Sunday School 9:45a,in. Sunday Worship fy'eiyicV* Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 11:00 am & 6:00 pm "And He led them as far as to Bethany... "Join us in worship to Christ" and He blessed them " Luke24:50 Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Healing Springs Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Crumple r. NC Sunday School- 10:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. We invite you to join us for a God centered. family worshipping experience. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. 891 Friendship Baptist Church KtLJclTcrson, NC Rev. David GrinneU • 982-2080 Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Sunday Warsiup Services -10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Seh-icps • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. "A Life Worth Living!" Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Sen-ice - 7:00P.M. Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School • 10:00 AM Worship• 11:00 AM Christ Centered Worship - I«:3o A.M. Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community „ T) , . . . " Releasing others to continue on 846-7481 SimdaySrtooi #30 A.M. Leading the lost to Christ with Love SunJay ''reachN SERVICE - 6:oo KM. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Studv - 7:00 F We have a nursery and children churches available Seventh-Day Adventist Church St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church of Warrensville 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinli Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 am Saturday Evening Mass 5:00I-M English <£ 7:00m Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times <7/ 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship - 11:15 AM Sunday School 10:00AM MONDAY - "Community Care 6:00PM Hwy 16 S. at GlpntMe Springs 1(). Pastor: Kevin Morgan Baldwin Community Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 246-2979 leaders find it easy to follow their pastor. Staff members inter­ viewed indicate the pastor with whom they serve is ef­ fective in creating an empow­ ering environment in which the staff has input and is treated as important to the team. A common term used to describe the leadership style of the pastors is "shared lead­ ership." Even the lay persons interviewed view themselves as part of the overall church leadership team. Interestingly, the average tenure of the pastors includ­ ed in the study is 15 years. As noted in Rainer's book, "Sur­ prising Insights From the Un­ churched," pastoral tenure is strongly correlated to church health and effectiveness. Those interviewed repeatedly attribute the sustained evan­ gelistic effectiveness of their church to consistent, strong pastoral leadership. CHURCH ATMOSPHERE The qualifying churches are consistently described as "exciting," "dynamic," "en­ ergetic," "upbeat," "friendly," "welcoming," "warm" and "positive." The positive environment in these churches may be di­ rectly related to the first com­ monality: The church body has embraced the vision and values of the senior pastor and is living it by reaching out to others. The interviews affirm that the worship services are key to reaching people and that the members are highly mo­ tivated to invite others to at­ tend. "Clearly these churches possess an environment con­ ducive to reaching people for Christ," Waggoner said. "The members are enthusiastic about their church and thus are quick to invite their un­ churched friends to visit." EVANGELISTIC APPEAL The presence of a consis­ tent evangelistic appeal is an­ other common factor. Pastors indicate they seek to include the Gospel in most, if not all, of their sermons. They stress the importance of preaching the Gospel and providing op­ portunities for lost people to respond. More than twothirds of the pastors offer a public invitation at the end of worship services. The oth­ ers invite inquirers to fill out a decision card. "In these long-term evangelistically effective church­ es, it would be rare for an un­ saved person to visit without being exposed to an appeal 3 221 Burnett St.. (Off Buck Mtn. Rood) Doug Frazier, Minister Sim. Bible Study 10:00a.m. gnilll Worship 11:00 a.m. i' t>- Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 ly. Almost half are commit­ ted to expositional or textual preaching. Four of the church­ es use other terms to describe their preaching style. Another area of notable difference is the aspect of formal evangelism training. Half of the churches use for­ mal, ongoing training pro­ grams such as FAITH, while the other half is split between occasional classes and using the pulpit to train believers in evangelism. Lastly, the small-group strategy of the churches varies. Eleven use on-campus Sunday School as their primary fellowship groups, while six meet in off-campus small groups, and two have a mix of on- and off-campus groups. "When looking at both the similarities and differences of these long-term evangelistic churches, what can clearly be celebrated is that the church­ es in this study can be a great source of encouragement to any pastor, staff member or lay leader who dreams and prays to be part of a church that is effective in reach­ ing the lost," Waggoner said. "Scripture promises that the Gospel is powerful to save. We are called to be ambassadors of Christ. We are commanded to preach the message of rec­ onciliation. As we can see in the leaders of these evangelistically effective churches, passion, commitment, focus and intentionality can lead to celebrating the regeneration of many souls." Beaver Creek Christian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Pastor, Chris Cox Minister Creighton Beatty Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Sendee 6:30 p.m. Cornerstone Fellowship Fleetwood, NC Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Sen-ice 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Ever/one Welcome! Barneli St. • West Jefferson Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 846-3954 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Non-Denominational Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast .10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey Worship at 11:00 a.m. (Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene come worship with us. 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Sen-ice 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday•Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion Rev; J.F. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" (Episcopalian) St. Mary's Church 201 South St. (just off East Main), Jefferson, NC (336)246-9642 Hwy. 163 West Jefferson West Jefferson 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service We would love to have you Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School* 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone -982-3076 Warrensville United Methodist Church Smethport Independent Baptist Church Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West. Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 u.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Sen-ices 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Sen-ice 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise to consider the offer of salva­ tion," Waggoner said. INTENTIONAL OUTREACH The pastors of these stand­ out churches are focused on reaching people for Christ. Whether it's through analyz­ ing the content of sermons, planning the worship ser­ vices, or simply the nature of church programming, it is clear everything is designed with outreach in mind. * Evidence of this intentionality is seen in the frequency of a visitation or follow-up strategy employed by almost all of the churches. All but four are committed to a regu­ lar, organized visitation pro­ gram. While the exact nature and formats vary, they are intentionally organized for weekly follow-up of visitors or church prospects. This spirit of intentionality also goes beyond visita­ tion. Many of the churches in this study plan and conduct a variety of church events and programs with an evangelis­ tic motive. The pastors and staff leaders are careful not to fill up the church calendar with random events unless they are designed, at least in part, to reach people for Christ. NOT ALL THE SAME While these long-term evangelistic churches share many common elements, it's important to note they have their differences as well. When it comes to preach­ ing, one-third of the pastors indicate they preach topical­ the .letters* Chutch Di ctory 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School - 10:00AM "Come as you are. you will he laved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship dr Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Family Time Fellowship - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evening Worship - 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study-7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Welcome Home Baptist Church Office Phone: J36-9H-94I0 • Rev. Lonnie Jones • Pastor Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bihle Study •7:00PM Worship ~ 11 :00AM Youth Services • Sunday • 6:00PM Visitors become family Ca Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 Van Transportation Available West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship - 11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 *************** **** * wmm Corner of Hwy. 221 &. Cherry St. Pi^ga I-Hut J Jefferson 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Rark Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-9S2-9g21 JEFFERSON POST 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 , * Continental Frame Shop* * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth * * Member of the"We Cart Program' using Safety-Kleen Environmental Service * BURGESS & SON BODY SHOP Minmtciin A ire Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax; 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 EXTERMINATING Termite & Pest Control 246-4222 Ashe County Builders Supply Steakhouse Weekly Specialties Compliments of 8T1-2025 See us for all your Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 automotive needs . ^/7/Wc 'py/fee •// DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP 502 Jefferson Ave. 336-246-8806 CfffffjCHEVnOLBT i HII.I. 1IAHT ('OXSTHI'I'TIOV Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling ScTrackhoc Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 Owner/Manager - David Miller [ 608 W. Main Street • Jeflerson, NC • 246-5945 COMPANY BLUERiDGE electric n\en\lteryhlp corp. Serving Ashe County tor over 20 Years H&W Oil Company 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE Your Full Service Oil Company Call 846-9241 Ronnie Hopkins Auto Express Kwik Lube, Inc. CONSTRUCTION Mt. Jefferson Oil We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 & The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance >y Oar Mountain Miter Cheese Bad Oar Fresa CmrtRd Butter 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 Boone, NC 336-246-3367 VANNOY & SONS 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 ^ |^| PPG Paints 3-M Products US Billy Blevins • Tommy Little & "All Praist Br To God For Our Success" Old Hwy. 221 -S, Beaver Creek • We.t Jefferson 13560 Hwy. 221-S Fleetwood Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection NC Inspections ATF Service Minor Repairs Tire Sales L\jh,t I*the Arte-A*i4m PoIiU /ftVet hfovn • .06-246-6795 "Complete Une of Building Supplies" CHURCH'S TIRE SERVICE Seafood & Fax: 336-846-7165 WlDNEIi CoWltPCTIOX RID-A-BUG 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 EB3gf |FRASERS Open for lunch k Dinner Now Open for Sunday Lunch 336-246-5222 • Downtown WJ ivzvw.asheitiemorial.org 108 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson mm atxuBKEi 739 US Hwy 221 Bus West Jefferson 246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 1ST Hwy 421 • Boone, NC 828-264-9051 336-246-7077 Eveninqs C3MC www.mackbrowninc.com cf^D CHEVROLET <2)OtdsmotXle •O J bo Fo fJorme Kidioia. Due Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson Y 'BXO*» PONTJAC BUICK lor \J/V H0MES We Build Your Home The Way You Want It www.classichomes Intersection US 22I & NC 163 • 1620 NC I63-E West Jefferson, NC* 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY EVENTS Rook Tournaments at New River Volunteer Fire Dept. School Lunch Menu Feb. 5 - 9 Monday: Pizza, Veggie Sticks with Dip, Corn, Fruit and Cookie, Milk Tuesday: Breakfast around the Clock with Sausage Biscuit and Gravy, Scrambled Eggs, Potato Rounds, Baked Apples, Milk Wednesday: Corn Dog, Mac and Cheese, Green Peas, Orange Half, Milk Thursday: Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Apple, Roll, Milk Friday: Vegetable Beef Soup with Crackers, Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Carrot Sticks, Fruit, Milk Friday, February 2 7 p.m.: Disabled American Veterans will have their Bingo game at Family Central. Thank you, Buddy Greer, (Commander) 336-9823743 Saturday, February 3 7 p.m.: New River Volunteer Fire Dept. will host Rook Tournaments. Cost to play is $5 per person. 7 p.m.: Rock Creek Baptist Church will have their reg­ ular First Saturday Night singing, weather permitting. The Friends of Grace and the Gaining Ground will be per­ forming. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7 p.m.: Mtn. View Baptist Church, Saturday Night Singing. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite everyone to attend! 7:45 p.m.: Son's Light Coffee House at Cornerstone Summit in Boone (372 E. King Street, across from A.J.'s Service Station). Doors open at 7:45 p.m., Scripture reading and prayer at 8 p.m., Praise and worship with Kendyl Millikan and Joel King at 8:10 p.m., Speaker - Billy Riddle, ASU football player at 8:30 p.m., Open Mic at 9 p.m., and Fellowship and closing at 9:30 p.m. Students in grades 7 12 and College are invited. Everything is Free! Sunday, February 4 11 a.m.: "The Jesus Experiment" at FaithBrldge Ever wonder, "So what's the big deal about Jesus?" Many people are interested in Jesus, respect him, even worship him, but don't really understand why his life, death, and resurrection are so important. FaithBridge United Methodist Church's next sermon series will address this question and will encourage us to not only THINK about Christian discipleship but TRY IT OUT, through what we will call "The Jesus Experiment". Beginning February 4th and concluding Easter Sunday, April 8th, our pastor's sermons will walk through the Gospel of Mark week by week, focusing on Jesus and his challenge: "Follow Me." In each sermon in this series, we will receive the "Experiment for the Week" which will allow us to put into practice our discipleship (fol­ lowing Jesus). The community is invited to join us in participat­ ing in "The Jesus Experiment". FaithBridge United Methodist Church worships at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium (the former Blowing Rock Stage Company location) on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock. Dress is casual and free quality child Dare is provided. To find out more about us, visit our web­ site at www.faithbridgeumc.org or call (828) 295-8333. Monday, February 5 3:30 p.m.: DO YOU ALWAYS KNOW WHO YOU ARE rALKING TO ON THE NTERNET? Come join felow parents and community members for an Internet Safety \wareness meeting. Topics will nclude: Cyber Security, Cyber 3ullying, Cyber Predators, Chat Room Activity, and Parenting rips. This meeting will take jlace in the Ashe County diddle School Cafeteria. See rou there! >:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at he Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, Curly 3erzel of Glendale Springs vill present a program on Dayhiking in the Canadian Rockies". This slide show will :over exciting one-day hikes T the Jasper and Banff areas, business meeting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 982-9538 6:30 p.m.:The Pond Mountain Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department will hold a special public information meeting at 6038 Joines Road, Creston N.C. (The Department) The purpose of the meeting is to seek comments from the pub­ lic and discuss the purchase of a 2008 Pumper/Tanker Fire Apparatus. 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. The February program will be on Regional Planning for Crisis Services for our Communities. Gail Hawkinson will present the program entitled, "Development of a Regional Community Plan for Enhancing Crisis Services in the New River Behavioral HealthCare Area". New River Behavioral HealthCare has no psychiatric beds in the five county catch­ ment area and people who need inpatient care must often travel to the State Hospital in Morganton or to other cities such as Asheville, Hickory, Winston-Salem or even further if they are fortunate enough to find an admission. Consumer advocacy groups as well as local hospital staff, law enforcement officers and other community agencies are meeting with the New River Behavioral HealthCare crisis planners to develop a plan for making community response to mental health, substance abuse and developmental dis­ abilities faster and clinical­ ly appropriate. The public is invited to attend the February meeting. Tuesday February 6 7 p.m.: Session I for 2007 Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes begins at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Call early to register at 846-0734. Thursday February 8 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for Heart Month. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission, inc. (BROC) will hold it's BROC Full Board Meeting at BROC Alleghany Office in Sparta. Please call Wilkes office at 667-7174,Ashe Office at 384-4543 or Alleghany Office at 372-7284 for addi­ tional information. Friday February 9 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for Heart Month. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 6 p.m.: An Evening on the Mountain. Meet at 1st over­ look. Grab a warm jacket, a hat & some gloves and drive on up to Mount Jefferson, and enjoy the view. Meet the park ranger at the first overlook and explore the some of the mysteries and wonders of the mountain and the night sky. Snow or Rain cancels program (336) 246-9653 as he dives into the history of Mount Jefferson and the sur­ rounding valley and mountains. Participants will identity moun­ tains in three states. This free program is weather dependent. Please dress appropriately for the winter weather. 6:30 p.m.: The Riverview Community Center will once again host the annual Valentine Dinner/Dance. The center is located at 11719 NC Hwy 88 West, Creston. A roast beef dinner will be served and there will be a variety of enter­ tainment for your dancing and listening pleasure. Tickets are on sale for $15 each. Call the Center at 385-9812 or Margaret Allen at 385-4342 7:30 p.m.: Kody Norris, Tom Isaacs and the Watauga Mountain Boys - Traditional Mountain style bluegrass at Heritage Hall Mountain City, TN 37683 423 727 7444 7:30 p.m.: Humorist Kelly Swanson makes a return visit to Ashe County bring­ ing her own brand of down home humor with a wacky cast of southern characters. Ms. Swanson's one woman show, "It's All Fun and Games Til the Hair Gets Messed Up" will have the audience bounc­ ing between tears and laugh­ ter. Sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council, the per­ formance will be at the Ashe Arts Center. Tickets are avail­ able in advance at the Arts Center or with a credit card by phone. Ticket price is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Seating is on a first come, firstserved basis. For reservations or for more information, call 336.846-ARTS. Sunday, February 11 2 p.m.: Music on the River at New River State Park. US 221 Access Community Building. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music with local musicians as they play Traditional, Old Time and Bluegrass. All musicians are welcome, so bring your instru­ ment and join in, or bring a chair and enjoy the entertain­ ment. Participants will meet at the New River State Park US 221 Access Community build­ ing From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. All programs are free and open to the public. (336) 246-9653 Monday February 12 6 p.m. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month. The February meeting will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The program will include a dis­ cussion of the use of coni­ fers in the home garden by Delia Riley, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. 6:30 p.m.: The Disabled American Veterans and Auxiliary will have their monthly meeting at the VFW building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. 6:30 p.m.: The Board of Directors and officers of the Ashe County Historical Society will hold it's February meeting at the temporary Ashe County Historical Museum, across the street from the 1904 Ashe County Courthouse in Jefferson. Wednesday February 14 Saturday, February 10 10 a.m.: A workshop for com­ mercial fruit and vegetable growers that will focus on safe 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for Heart Month. Participants food handling and legal liability issues will be held Feb. 14 at the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Forsyth County Center in WinstonSalem. The half-day workshop is designed for fruit and vegeta­ ble growers who sell their pro­ duce at farmers' markets and through pick-your-own opera­ tions. It begins at 10 a.m. with registration and ends at 1:15 p.m. with lunch. The workshop cost is a $15 per person, which includes lunch. The event is sponsored by North Carolina Cooperative Extension. Titled "Profitable Produce: A Workshop on Legal Liability and Handling Food Safely," the workshop will feature presen­ tations by Dr. Lynn Turner, a professor of food science at North Carolina State University, Shirley Outlaw of the North Carolina Farm Bureau, and Ted Feitshans, an extension specialist in agricultural and resource economics at N.C. should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 10 a.m.: Sibling Class for children 2 to 6 years of age are designed to prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call to sign up at 846-0734. 10 a.m: Childbirth Refresher Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. For those who already have a child but would like a refresher of the class. Call 846-0734. 11 a.m.: Childbirth Refresher Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. For those who already have a child but would like a refresher of the class. Call 846-0734. 2 p.m.: Jeffersonian View. Meet at 2nd Overlook. Visit with a Ranger at the 2nd Overlook State University. Turner will talk about "Good Agricultural Practices for Raw Produce Handling," while Outlaw will discuss liability insurance and Feitshans' topic will be avoid­ ing liability lawsuits. for nearly 700 different kinds of plants. Come up to get a closer look at this strange dark rock known as Amphibolite. We will be hiking along the ridge, Bring a coat, hat, gloves and hiking boots or shoes. 7 p.m.: New River Volunteer 10:30 a.m.: The Ashe County Retired School Personnel (RSP) will meet at Winner Fire Dept. will host Rook Tournaments. Cost to play is Circle Restuarant. J. D. Parsons, Resouce Officer at Ashe County High, will be the guest speaker. Be pre­ pared to contribute to the N.C. Foundation for Public School Children, a foundation that helps needy children across the state with things they need for school, like eyeglasses and shoes. All retired school per­ sonnel are invited to attend. $5 per person. Sunday February 18 1 p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike. Meet at Picnic Shelter. 11:30 a.m.: Parkinson's Support Group - "Ashe Movers and Shakers" will meet at Smoky Mt. Barbecue. Call 846-0781. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecologi­ cal interconnections and ener­ gy exchanger that makes life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a variety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Thursday February 15 Wednesday February 21 3 p.m.:AgVenture Feasibility: iFc What Else Can I Do with What I've Got? at the Bakersville 9 a.m.: The Annual Ashe County State of Health and Community Forum will be Fire Department. All farmers and producers in Western North Carolina are invited take advantage of a series of work­ shops being offered throughout the region on issues that affect today's farmer, from agritourism issues to product liability. This series will include information on entrepreneurship, how to start and succeed with a new farm venture, ways to mini­ mize liability and other risks to farm businesses, and provide individual assistance with writ­ ing business plans. Workshop participants will be eligible to receive continued sup­ port for the development and implementation of their busi­ ness plans throughout 2007. Additionally, participants that attend at least two workshops in the three-part series will receive a free copy of Building a Sustainable Business, A Guide to Developing a Business Plan for Farms and Rural Businesses. held at Ashe Services For Aging. Call Nancy Kautz at 846-0781. Friday February 16 Friday February 23 7:30 p.m.: Mike Nizer at the Ashe Civic Center. Juggling, comedy, variety - a show for the entire family. $8 adults, $5 students Saturday February 24 7a.m.: The Annual Heart Breakfast will be held at Winners Circle Restaurant. For more information call Judi Leek at 846-1109 Monday February 26 rv Nei 5 p.m.: The New River Behavioral HealthCare Human Rights Committee will meet in the Area Conference Room, Suite 404 Oak Summit, 895 Stat Farm Road, Boone. The public is invited to attend. 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. 7 p.m.: Bluegrass bands Bluegrass 1101 and Backstreet in concert at the Ashe County Library. Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 8462041 for more information. Saturday February 17 Ultrascreen will be conduct­ ing screenings for cancers. The screenings will be con­ ducted at Mt. Paddy Church in Jefferson. Appointments are necessary and can be obtained by calling toll-free 877-763-3344, or by calling Joyce Borchert at 336-8772069 for more details. 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family Central Conference Room. This will be a three hour train­ ing. Call 846-0781 for more information. 1 p.m.: Amphibolite Strange but True. Meet at Picnic Shelter. There is something strange down been beneath the ground on Mt. Jefferson. It has been here for nearly 300, million years, and because of it, Mt. Jefferson has become a botanical wonder and a home Ongoing Events Edward Elliott, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., Is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia, tendino-muscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10am - 5pm. Please call 336-846-7492 mailbox #7, or 828-406-1985 for an appointment and directions. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold February services at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. The Ashe County Garden Club meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. If you have an interest in gardening and you would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for further information. Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Sign up is under way for the 21st Annual Ashe County Checkers Classic. The tournament is played at the Deluxe Barber Shop in West Jefferson during February and is sponsored by Miller Insurance and Deluxe Barber Shop. All serious checkers players come by or call 8465471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteerFire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March, prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. 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(1255) 355 655 935 Times For 2/2-2/4 ©2007 mm BEGmovies com Credit Problems? Need a Can? CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW •Reviving Ophelia Thrift Shop is Paving a "Stuff-A-SacK" Sale Saturday, Feb. 3, loam - 3pm you can "stuff a sack to the brim" for just $20 (plus tax). This money will benefit "A f afe Home for Everyone" and the fight against Domestic Violence What a Fantastic Deal! �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Groundhog Day has been a tradition each year in the United States and Canada since 1886. Every February 2, tradition states that a groundhog will predict whether spring will come early, or if we will have to endure 6 more weeks of winter. If the groundhog comes out of his burrow and stays above ground, spring will come on time as predicted. But if the groundhog sees his shadow and is scared back into the ground, six more weeks of winter and bad weather will come. This holiday has it's origins as far back as the Roman Empire. Soldiers in the Roman legion would make the same prediction with a similar animal, the hedgehog. If the hedgehog caste a shadow then what the Romans called "The Second Winter" would start. This "Second Winter" was actually the same as what we refer to in modern times as "six more weeks of winter". Romans relied on the hedgehog, as they are native to Asia and Europe, while groundhogs are only found in North American countries. The most famous of weather predicting groundhogs lives in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania and goes by the name Punxsutawney Phil. His home, or burrow, in Pennsylvania is called Gobbler's Knob. Phil was featured in the popular 1993 movie, Groundhog Day. Other famous groundhogs are General Beauregard Lee from Atlanta, Georgia, Balzac Billy, from oaizac in niueria, Canada, and Jimmy the Groundhog ••• Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. Diny, irom Balzac IN Alberta, udiiaua, cniu unnmy uic oiuununuy in ^ Mr. Groundhog's Word Search! Xl Find the words hidden in the word search below! 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Jefferson Avenue Chevrolet West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 SO �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 PAGE 9A ENTERTAINMENT Storyteller Kelly Swanson at the Ashe Arts Center Kelly Swanson is a profes­ sional author, comedienne, and storyteller and the Ashe County Arts Council wel­ comes her to the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center. She will perform her one-women show "It's all Fun and Games 'Til the Hair Gets Messes Up" on Saturday, February 10 at 7:30 p.m. Combining the art of standup comedy, theatre and storytelling, Kelly Swan­ son takes you back to Cedar Grove where her zany cast of southern characters will captivate, delight and leave you wanting more. Taking on the mantle of the colorful and eccentric characters of Cedar Grove, Ms. Swanson weaves yarns of misadven­ ture for the residents of the tiny town, a place where life maybe simple but the mes­ sages are universal. Ms. Swanson's book, Aunt Vyrnetta...and other sto­ ries from Cedar Grove, and a CD of the same title won a NAPPC Honors award for quality family entertain­ ment and a Circle of Excel­ lence Award from the Film Advisory Board. She recently performed at the prestigious National Storytelling Festi­ val Exchange Place in Jonesborough, Tennessee, and was a featured artist at the Best of Our State Festival at the Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC. She was also featured in the September 2004 issue of Our State Magazine, in an article entitled "Funny La­ dies of North Carolina." The Arts Council invites you to warm up the funny bone and come prepared to laugh with Kelly Swanson on Saturday, February 10. Tickets are $8 adults and $5 students and are available at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone at 336-846-ARTS. This program is supported by a Touring Presenting Perfor­ mance Series Grant form the North Carolina Arts Council and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. For more information please call 336-846-ARTS. After an acclaimed run in London's West End, The Act­ ing Company — with direc­ tor Davis McCallum — will proudly present the Ameri­ can premiere of Polly Teale's groundbreaking adaptation of Jane Eyre on Friday, Feb. 16, at 8 p.m., in Farthing Au­ ditorium. Originally produced by the world-class Shared Experi­ ence company, Jane Eyre is Charlotte Bronte's extraor­ history of selling out and tick­ and many more. dinary coming-of-age story ets go quite rapidly. The Banff Mountain Film of one of literature's most Local tour hosts like Ap­ Festival is an annual interna­ independent and strongpalachian State University tional competition celebrat­ willed women. Recognized as choose their own program ing its 31st Anniversary, fea­ a masterpiece when it was from the best of over 300 films turing the world's best films published in 1847, Jane Eyre submitted to the Banff Film on mountain themes. In 2006, remains a startlingly modern Festival in November. From the festival screened over 50 blend of passion, romance chosen from and suspense. Although Jane these films, two completely finalist films, different screenings will be more than 300 entries from 37 Eyre is obscure and plain, shown on March 24 and 25. different countries. The film locked in the attic of her "We will highlight award festival is organized by The imagination is a passionate winning mountain films each Banff Centre for Mountain and wild woman full of long­ night that combine elements Culture in Banff, Canada. For * ing. For the first time, she has of mountain adventure, cul­ information visit www.banff- fallen in love, and her orderly ture, and the environment," mountainfestivals.com world is threatened. Teale's stunning visual said Appalachian State Uni­ For more information versity Outdoor Programs about the Banff Mountain imagery and powerful style Coordinator Andrew Miller. Film Festival at Appalachian transform Bronte's great "We try to keep each night State University visit www. novel into deeply affect­ well balanced but entirely op.appstate.edu or contact ing drama. The Guardian of different and unique so audi­ Andrew Miller at millra@ London has praised Teale's ences are exposed to as many appstate.edu. Outdoor Pro­ adaptation, declaring that it different films as possible grams is the presenter of this "single handedly reinvented during the festival." event and Footsloggers Out­ the page to stage genre." Many films will go on tour door and Travel Outfitters is With the presentation of this year, including the Grand the leading sponsor. Jane Eyre, The Acting Com­ Prize winner, Conflict Tiger. Advance tickets are now- pany ..continues its 34-year This film is a documentary available. Purchase them tradition of bringing touring which captures the story of from the Farthing Audito­ classical productions, talent­ Yuri Trush as he sets out on rium Box Office at 1-800- ed young actors and teach­ his most notorious pursuit 841-2787 or 828-262-4046, ing artists into communities to find a "man-eating" tiger. online at www.pas.appstate. across America. The Acting Other films on tour include; edu or from Footsloggers Out­ Mountains without Barriers, door Travel and Outfitters in Exploring the Mother of Wa­ downtown Boone, 262-5111. ters, Ride of the Mergansers Appalachian State University Banff Mountain Film Festival Global fans of the Banff Mountain Film Festival are already packing into theaters across North America as the Festival's 250-city World Tour hits the road. Local outdoor and film enthusiasts will get to view some of the Festival's award winning films and au­ dience favorites when the tour stops once again on the campus of Appalachian State University in Boone, N.C. at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 24 and Sunday, March 25. A popular international film event, the Banff Moun­ tain Film Festival at Appa­ lachian State University will be held at Farthing Audito­ rium. This is the 11th Anni­ versary of Banff Film Festival screenings in Boone, which has become one of the largest screenings in North America. Come be a part of the larg­ est annual gathering of out­ door adventurers in the High Country. The 2006-2007 World Tour will travel to over 250 commu­ nities in over 25 countries in­ cluding stops from Fairbanks, Alaska to Torres del Paine, Chile and Tokyo, Japan to Christchurch, New Zealand. The Boone screenings have a The Acting Company presents Jane Eyre as part of ASU's 2006-2007 Performing Arts Series Company has performed 125 productions for more than 3 million people in 48 states and nine foreign countries. Coveted honors earned by The Acting Company include Excellence in Theater by the TONYs, the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Award and Citibank's Excellence in Education Award. Prior to the evening per­ formance, The Acting Compa­ ny will conduct a free lecture class for the public, "Page to Stage," on Feb. 16, from 2:30 until 3:30 p.m., in IG Greer Auditorium. The lecture will provide valuable background information and insight into the Jane Eyre production, in­ cluding the historical context of the play, how the life of Charlotte Bronte influenced the life of her heroine, how the vision of the novel was translated to stage, and how music underscoring a play can profoundly impact over­ all production. The performance of Jane Eyre is part of the 2006-07 Performing Arts Series, pre­ sented by Appalachian State University's Office of Arts and Cultural Programs. The mission of the series is to support the teaching mis­ sion of Appalachian State University by presenting a diverse array of music, dance and theatre events designed to enrich the cultural land­ scape of the campus and sur­ rounding region. By creating memorable performance ex­ periences and related edu­ cational and outreach activi­ ties, the series promotes the power and excitement of the live performance experience, provides a "window on the world" through the artistry of nationally and internation­ ally renowned artists, and showcases some of the finest artists of our campus commu­ nity and region. ASU's Performing Arts Series presents and publi­ cizes its wide range of pro­ gramming with critical sup­ port from several funding sources, including a group of outstanding corporate and media sponsors dedicated to promoting the arts in our re­ gion. In addition to a generous sponsorship from SkyBest Communications, the series benefits from the support of twelve media sponsors: The Mountain Times, All About Women Magazine, the High Country Press, Mountain Television Network, Char­ ter Communications, Mix 102.3FM, 100.7 MAC FM, WFDD 88.5FM, WDAV Clas­ sical 89.9FM, WETS 89.5FM, WNCW 88.7FM and WASU 90.5FM. Advance tickets for the Feb. 16 performance of Jane Eyre are $16 for adults, $14 for seniors and ASU faculty and staff, and $8 for all stu­ dents. Ticket prices increase "'at' the door on the night of the show. For tickets or infor­ mation, call 800-841-ARTS (2787) or 828-262-4046, or visit www.pas.appstate.edu. Bluegrass and OF Time music at Nella Community Center every Friday continued from page 7A Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Dr. Hank Clay Jr. announces the addition of Gary Reash, PA to his staff. from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. Standard installation only $9.95' CALL 1.866.966.2225 The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Recreation is Parks and considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group Gary Reash, Physician Assistant, has joined the office of Dr. Hank Clay Jr. Gary has 10 years of family practice experience as well as experience in orthopedics. He also spent 14 years as a physician assistant in the US Navy. Gary will be available for appointments on Thursday and Friday. Please call 982-2158 to schedule your appointment. 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Standard installations utilia eristmg wiring anddo not include special wiring work, instaMation or repair ot outlets or any other special Installation procedures tor which additional ch»ges apply �PAGE 10A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Cancer deaths down in U.S., new statistics show An American Cancer Soci­ ety report shows there was a drop of 3,014 cancer deaths in the United States from 2003 to 2004, the most re­ cent year for which mortality data are available from the National Center for Health Statistics. This drop was sig­ nificantly larger than the 369 fewer deaths reported for the previous time period (2002 to 2003), which itself marked the first decline in actual number of cancer deaths in the more than 70 years since nationwide data began to be compiled. These figures, as well as estimates for the current year, come from Cancer Sta­ tistics 2007, published in the January/February issue of CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, as well as in the 56th edition of its companion publication, Cancer Facts & Figures 2007. Based on the latest data, American Can­ cer Society epidemiologists predict that approximately 1.44 million Americans will be diagnosed with cancer and 560,000 will die from the dis­ ease in 2007. In 2004, there were 553,888 deaths from cancer, compared to 556,902 in 2003. Drops in cancer deaths were seen across all four major cancer sites in men and wom­ en (lung, breast, prostate, and colorectal) in 2004, except for lung cancer among women. Colorectal cancer showed the largest decrease in the num­ ber of deaths. While the death rate for all cancers combined has decreased in the United States since 1991, not until 2003 was the decrease large enough to outpace the ag­ ing and growth of the U.S. population, resulting in two consecutive years of dropping cancer deaths. The larger drop in cancer deaths in 2004 is evidence that the decline may continue. Still, the report points out that although progress con­ tinues to be made in reducing mortality rates, cancer re­ mains the top cause of death in Americans under age 85. "This second consecutive drop in the number of actual cancer deaths, much steeper than the first, shows last year's historic drop was no fluke," said John R. Seffrin, Ph.D., American Cancer So­ ciety chief executive officer. "Everyone involved in the fight against cancer should be proud of this remarkable achievement. The hard work towards preventing cancer, catching it early, and mak­ ing treatment more effective is paying dramatic, lifesaving dividends. Thirteen years of continuing drops in the over­ all cancer death rate have now overtaken trends in ag­ ing and growth of the U.S. population, resulting in de­ creased numbers of deaths." The American Cancer So­ ciety projects there will be 559,650 deaths from can­ cer in 2007; 289,550 among men and 270,100 among women. The society also pre­ dicts there will be 1,444,920 new cases of cancer in 2007; 766,860 among men and 678,060 among women. Beginning with this year's estimated new cancer cases, the American Cancer Society introduced a new, more accu­ rate projection method. The method was developed by researchers at the National Cancer Institute. It uses can­ cer incidence data from can­ cer registries covering about 86 percent of the U.S. popula­ tion, compared to the previ­ ous method, which used data from registries covering about 10 percent of the population. While the new method pre­ dicted a similar number of to­ tal cancer cases for 2007 (new; 1,444,920; old: 1,419,000; a 1.8 percent difference), there were several cancer sites for which the predictions by the new method differed sub­ stantially from predictions made by the old method. The predicted number of breast cancers among women was 15.2 percent lower using the new method compared to the old method. Society epide­ miologists believe the new estimate is more accurate because it reflects the lower incidence rates of breast can­ cer in the U.S. population as a whole compared to the populations covered in pre­ vious databases, as well as the recently reported drop in breast cancer incidence. The new method also resulted in increases in estimated lung cancer and leukemia cases (15.3 percent and 23.4 per­ cent, respectively) and a drop in estimated prostate cancer cases (5.5 percent). In all cases, the newer numbers are believed to be more accurate, according to Ahmedin Jemal, PhD, lead author of Cancer Statistics and Cancer Facts and Figures. Dr. Jemal notes that the new method marks a mile­ stone in cancer surveillance because it accounts for can­ cer incidence in more than 86 percent of the U.S. population as well as other factors that influence cancer risk. The cancer incidence and survey data were collected by the Centers for Disease Control, the National Cancer Insti­ tute, the North American As­ sociation of Central Cancer Registries, the U.S. Census Bureau, state and local health agencies, and thousands of cancer registrars throughout the country. Since 1952, when the first edition of Cancer Facts & Figures consisted of four typewritten pages, the Amer­ ican Cancer Society's annual estimates of cancer incidence and deaths has become a critical tool for scientists and public health experts, policy­ makers, and others watching cancer trends. The annual estimates of new cancer cases and deaths are some of the most widely quoted cancer statistics in the world. The society's lead­ ing team of epidemiologic researchers compiles and analyzes incidence and mor­ women. Between 1990/1991 and 2003, death rates from cancer decreased by 16.3 per­ cent among men and by 8.5 percent among women A* Lung cancer incidence rates are declining in men and appear to be plateauing in women after increasing for many decades. A* Colorectal cancer inci­ dence rates decreased from 1998 through 2003 in both males and in females. A* Female breast cancer incidence rates leveled off from 2001 to 2003 after in­ creasing since 1980, which may reflect the saturation of mammography utilization and dramatic reduction in hormone replacement thera­ py use that followed publica­ tion of the Women's Health Initiative in 2002. A* Among males under age 40 years, leukemia is the most common fatal cancer, while cancer of the lung and bronchus predominates in men aged 40 years and older. A* Among females, leuke­ mia is the leading cause of cancer death before age 20 years, breast cancer ranks first at age 20 to 59 years, and lung cancer ranks first at age 60 years and older. A* From 2003 to 2004, the number of recorded cancer deaths decreased by 1,160 in men and by 1,854 in women. The largest change in number of deaths from the major can­ cers was for colorectal cancer in both men and women (de­ creased by 1,110 and 1,094, respectively). A* African American men have a 15 percent higher in­ cidence rate and 38 percent higher death rate than white men. African American wom­ en have a nine percent lower incidence rate, but an 18 per­ cent higher death rate than white women for all cancer sites combined. A* Among other racial and ethnic groups, cancer inci­ dence and death rates are lower than those in whites and African Americans for all tality data from around the country to estimate the num­ ber of new cancer cases and deaths for the current year nationwide and in individual states. Highlights from this year's publications: A* In 2007, 1,444,920 new cancer cases and 559,650 deaths, or about 1,500 deaths per day, from cancer are ex­ pected in the United States. A* Among men, cancers of the prostate, lung and bron­ chus, and colon and rectum account for more than half (54 percent) of all newly diag­ nosed cancers. Prostate can­ cer alone accounts for nearly a third (29 percent) of cases in men. A* The three most com­ monly diagnosed types of cancer among women in 2007 will be cancers of the breast, lung and bronchus, and colon and rectum, accounting for more than half (52 percent) of estimated cancer cases in women. Breast cancer alone is expected to account for one in four (26 percent) new can­ cer cases among women. A* Lung cancer surpassed breast cancer as the lead­ ing cause of cancer death in women in 1987. Lung cancer is expected to account for 26 percent of all female cancer deaths in 2007. A* Cancer incidence rates stabilized in men from 1995 to 2003 and increased in women by 0.3 percent per year from 1987 to 2003. Death rates for all cancer sites combined decreased by 1,6 percent per year from 1993 to 2003 in males and by 0.8 percent per year in females from 1992 to 2003. A* Mortality rates have continued to decrease across all four major cancer sites in men and in women except for female lung cancer, in which rates continued to increase by 0.3 percent per year from 1995 to 2003. A* Death rates from all cancers combined peaked in 1990 for men and in 1991 for ^ 7>P.,y cancer sites combined and for the four most common cancer sites. A* Cancer is the second leading cause of death among children between ages one to 14 years in the U.S., after ac­ cidents. The five-year relative survival rate among children for all cancer sites combined improved from 58 percent for patients diagnosed in 1975 to 1977 to 79 percent for those diagnosed in 1996 to 2002. "The drops in cancer deaths we're seeing are a cause for celebration; the hard work of millions is paying off. But they come at a time of great concern about future prog­ ress," said Richard C. Wender, M.D., national volunteer president of the American Cancer Society. "The adop­ tion of tobacco control poli­ cies across the country has contributed to our remark­ able progress against cancer, but these gains are threat­ ened by cutbacks in funding for research and prevention programs. A few years after our nation doubled its invest­ ment in medical research, Congress cut cancer fund­ ing for the first time in more than a decade. I hope today's news demonstrates that the resources spent on this fight have been worthwhile and inspires our lawmakers to re­ commit themselves to it." Estimates of the expected numbers of new cancer cases and cancer deaths should be interpreted cautiously. These estimates may vary consid­ erably from year to year, particularly for less common cancers and in states with smaller populations. Despite these limitations, the Ameri­ can Cancer Society's esti­ mates of the number of new cancer cases and deaths in the current year provide rea­ sonably accurate estimates of the burden of new cancer cas­ es and deaths in the United States. Such estimates will assist in continuing efforts to reduce the public health bur­ den of cancer. 601 S; Jefferson Ave. West Jefferson*; NC 28694 336-846-4636 Web: wvrvc.wjchevy.net Email: wjchevy@shybest.c6m 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ext. Cab, 4x4, LTI, Classic 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Ext. 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The victory over Starmount gave the Huskies their ninth conference win of the season and they improved to an impressive 17-2 record for the season. The action opened up with Kelly Hudler taking charge for the Huskies and scoring the first four points of the game to put Starmount down early 4-0. The Rams were able to gain their composure and scored two baskets for Photo by Michael Graybeal Kim McNeil takes the ball up for two points. themselves to tie the score at 4-4. The Huskies were then able to score seven points in the following three minutes and possessed an 11-4 lead. However, the Rams scored six unanswered points prior to the conclusion of the quarter and the teams ended the first eight minutes of action with the Huskies leading by onepoint, 11-10. The second quarter opened up with Kendra Yearick quickly scoring a basket for the Huskies, but Starmount responded with a three pointer to tie the score at 13-13. Starmount's defense was able to hold the Huskies scoreless for the following three minutes but the Huskies drought was ended by Kelly Hudler with a jump shot. With five minutes remaining in the quarter, the Huskies were trailing the Rams by two points, 17-15 but another basket by Kelly Hudler tied the score again at 17-17. Both teams traded baskets over the course of the following three minutes, but when the Rams converted a three-point play in the final minute, they took a threepoint lead heading into halftime, 27-24. When the action resumed at the start of the third quarter, Shelly Barker equalized the score with a three pointer just 15 seconds into the quarter to tie it at 27-27. The Huskies were able to gain a small five-point lead over the course of the following six minutes when Kendra Yearick hit two free throws, with the score in the Huskies favor 36-31. Starmount was awarded three points in the final minute of the quarter from trips to the free throw line and the third quarter expired with the Huskies possessing a narrow fourpoint lead, 38-34. With eight minutes of action remaining in the game, the Huskies simply had to protect or expand a four-point lead to claim the victory. The Huskies were able to expand their lead early in the quarter when Kelly Hudler scored four points for the Huskies to increase their lead to eight points, 42-34. Starmount responded rapidly with back-to-back three pointers and cut the Huskies lead to a mere two points. The Huskies did not fall though and despite a technical foul the Huskies still possessed the lead with six minutes remaining in the quarter. With the Rams edging toward the Huskies three point lead, Kendra Yearick added four unanswered points for the Photo by Michael Graybeal The Husky Women's Track team was recognized when Ashe County High School dedicated the Championship Banner in honor of their award winning season. Photo by Michael Graybeal The 2006 Husky Varsity Football team was also honored with the presentation of the 2006 MVAC Co-Champions banner in recognition of their accomplishments this past season. Huskies to increase the lead to eight points. Starmount responded by holding the Huskies scoreless for the following three minutes while the Rams were able to score five points, which cut the Huskies lead to three points, 49-46. Kaitlin Smith scored two points for the Huskies and ended thescoring drought and regained a five-point lead for the Huskies. The Rams See Lady Huskies, page 2B Husky wrestling picks up win by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Huskies wrestling team concluded their regular season this week with two home conference matches. The Huskies hosted the Wilkes Central Eagles on Tuesday and concluded the season on Friday with a home match against the Surry Central Golden Eagles. The Huskies claimed their first conference win with a 39-39 win based on criteria Tuesday night against Wilkes Central. The Huskies came up short on the final match against Surry Central when they narrowly lost by a team score of 40-36. Photo by Linda Burchette Toryn Little works to gain points on his opponent during his match which was won by Decision during the Huskies match against Surry Central on Friday. The Huskies hosted the Golden Eagles from Surry Central Friday night and narrowly lost by a final team score of 40-36. Ory Owon recorded the first points of the match when he was awarded a victory by forfeit for the 105weight class and the Huskies were awarded six points. Logan Orr followed after Ory and Logan was able to pin his opponent with 26.2 seconds remaining in the first period to give the Huskies their twelfth point of the match. Dalton Lewis increased the Huskies score by another six points when he was awarded a forfeit. Aaron Scott was the next Husky to step on the mat and he was able to pin his opponent with 43.3 seconds remaining in the first period to claim the Huskies eighteenth point. Following Aaron's match, Evan Love represented the Huskies in the 132-weight class and Evan had a close match with his opponent. Evan was unable to gain an advantage and his opponent from Surry Central brought him down in a pin in the third period. The following two wrestlers for the Huskies were a repeat of Evan's match and Charlie Williams and Jesse Carpenter Photo by Linda Burchette Matt Weaver works his way to a pin during the Huskies match against Surry Central. both lost their match by being pinned by their opponent. Matt Weaver changed the routine during his match and he defeated his opponent by Decision. Matt was able to score points by taking down his opponent twice and also an escape for a personal total of five points. Due to Matt's match being within a sevenpoint range, his match was won by Decision, and the Huskies were awarded three team points. Toryn Little also repeated Matt's results and he won his match by Decision also. Toryn recorded points by a takedown, an escape, and a near takedown. Toryn's three points increased the Huskies team total to 30 points. Rafael Rodriguez was able to increase the Huskies score also when he pinned his opponent in the second period to increase the Huskies score to 36 points. The Huskies fortunes Varsity men drop conference by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The varsity men headed into Tuesday night's game with a conference record of 4-5 and in third place in the conference behind North Surry and Starmount. The Huskies were unable to gain a game in conference and dropped their record to 46 with their 58-50 loss to Starmount. The action opened up with Ethan Goodman scoring the first four points of the game for the Huskies. Starmount responded with a basket, but with points from Kaleb Davis and Tommy Spagnolo, the Huskies claimed an early 8-2 lead over the Rams. Starmount battled back and scored ten points unanswered and took a 128 lead. The Huskies were able to break their scoreless streak when Daniel Wain found Tatum Lemly open and Tatum laid the ball in for two points with two minutes remaining in the first quarter. Following a defensive stop, Ethan Goodman scored again for the Huskies on their next possession when he converted the traditional three-point play and the Huskies took the lead again, 13-12. Both teams were able to score again prior to the quarter expiring and the Huskies headed into the second quarter with a 15-14 lead. When the second quarter action started, the Rams quickly deleted the Huskies one-point lead and in the first minute of the quarter, the Rams took an 18-15 lead. The Rams were able to extend their lead to 26-16 until Coleman Payne was able to knock down back-to-back three pointers. Starmount was then able to hit a free throw and increased their score to 27, but Ethan Goodman responded with two free throws and a jump shot to cut the Rams lead to three points, 29-26 with just one minute remaining in the first half. Tommy Spagnolo was Photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies defense denies the Rams points on this pos­ session while the Dawg Pound cheers on their team. able to score the equalizing points when he converted a three-point play in the closing minute of the first half, and the teams headed into halftime deadlocked at 29-29. Starmount exited the halftime intermission by scoring five unanswered points early in the third quarter but the Huskies did not get discouraged. Tatum Lemly broke the Rams scoring run with a jump shot and cut the Rams lead to three points. On the Rams next possession, Tommy Spagnolo was able to block the Rams shot and Ethan Goodman sprinted the length of the court and laid the ball in the basket for two points to cut the Rams lead to only one-point, 34-33. Both teams started trading baskets at this point and the Huskies could not catch the Rams in the closing portions of the third quarter, and the Huskies headed into the fourth quarter trailing the Rams 42-37. Ethan Goodman opened up the fourth quarter action by cutting the Rams lead to three points on the opening possession of the quarter. The Rams were then able to start a run and scored seven unanswered points and gained a ten-point lead, 51-41. However, baskets by Ethan Goodman and Tatum Lemly sparked a run for the Huskies, and the Huskies cut the Rams lead to only two points when Kaleb Davis hit a three pointer with two and a half minutes remaining in the game. Starmount was turned following Rafael's match and the Huskies lost four straight matches, which was enough to award the victory to the Golden Eagles from Surry Central with a final team score of 40-36. The Huskies had different results in their first match of the week on Tuesday night when they hosted the Wilkes Central Eagles. The Huskies were able to win this match based on criteria with a score See Wrestling, page 2B Huskies! able to score on their next possession to take a 54-50 lead and despite the Huskies best efforts; the Rams were able to claim the victory by a final score of 58-50. The Huskies offense was led by Ethan Goodman who scored an astonishing 23 points during the contest and Tatum Lemly pitched in a noteworthy nine points. Tommy Spagnolo added seven points, Coleman Payne scored six points, and Kaleb Davis rounded out the Huskies scoring with five points. The Huskies will travel to North Surry tonight to try and avenge an earlier conference loss. Look for results in Tuesday's paper. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST MVAC official standings Men's Basketball Through games as of January 28, 2007 Season Conference WON LOST WON LOST 8 8 4 3 3 2 0 1 5 5 6 6 17 15 12 8 8 5 3 4 6 12 12 12 WILKES CENTRAL 2 7 10 9 NORTH SURRY STARMOUNT ASHE COUNTY SURRY CENTRAL FORBUSH NORTH WILKES Women's Basketball Through games as of January 28, 2007 Conference WON LOST NORTH SURRY ASHE COUNTY FORBUSH STARMOUNT WILKES CENTRAL SURRY CENTRAL NORTH WILKES 0 1 3 4 7 7 8 8 8 6 5 2 1 0 Season WON LOST 17 16 16 10 6 7 4 3 2 4 10 13 13 14 SPORTS Wrestling continued from page IB of 39-39. Ory Owen once again scored the first points of the match for the Huskies when he recorded a pin in the first period to give the Huskies six points. Logan Orr's match mirrored (Dry's match and Logan also recorded a pin in the first period at the 1:26 mark. Dalton Lewis was the next wrestler for Ashe and despite putting forth a good effort, Dalton was pinned in the second period and Wilkes Central was awarded six points. Aaron Scott was able to get the Huskies rolling again when he recorded a pin with 12.8 seconds remaining in the first period, and Evan Love followed Aaron's match with a pin in the second period. Charlie Williams was the next wrestler for the Huskies, and Charlie had a difficult match against his opponent. Charlie was unable to record any points for the Huskies when he was pinned in the first period. Jesse Carpenter's match also was a repeat of Charlie's and Jesse was pinned in the second period. AYBL Standings As of Feb. 2, 2007 Wrestling NORTH SURRY WILKES CENTRAL FORBUSH NORTH WILKES STARMOUNT SURRY CENTRAL ASHE COUNTY Season WON LOST 4 4 3 3 3 2 1 22 14 20 17 28 16 5 Team Bobcats Grizzlies Sonics Spurs Bucks Celtics Heat 9 18 15 16 12 11 21 1 2 3 3 3 3 5 Won 8 7 4 3 2 1 1 Played 8 8 8 7 8 7 8 had cut the lead back to three points with only thirty seconds remaining in the contest when Kaitlin Smith was sent to the free throw line for the Huskies. After making the first attempt, she missed the second shot but Kim McNeil grabbed the rebound and was fouled also. Kim also hit one out of two free throws to increase the Huskies lead to five points, 55-50. The Huskies defense stepped up and forced the Rams into a missed shot and Kelly Hudler grabbed the defensive rebound for the Huskies. The Rams had no choice but to foul Kelly as time was running low and Kelly converted one of two free throws to give the Huskies a six-point lead with fifteen seconds remaining in the game. Starmount was able to score a three pointer in the final seconds of the game but came up short in the end when the Huskies Team Stars Rockers Little Huskies Shock Timberwolves Lady Hawks Storm standings 5th and 6th Boys Team Won Lost Played % Ashe Chiropractic 2 0 2 100 Huskies 1 0 1 100 Midtown Motors/ Jef. Appliance 2 0 2 100 AEV/ Mo's Boots 2 1 3 67 New River Motors 2 1 3 67 Gates/ Current Chiropractic 1 1 2 50 Independence Lumber 1 2 50 Jefferson Post 1 1 2 50 Ashe County Builders 0 1 1 0 Big Dave's Auto Sales 0 1 1 0 Odie Gilbert Construction 0 2 2 0 Timber Creek Landscaping 0 2 2 0 Wood's Plumbing 0 1 1 0 Team Wizzards Lakers 76ers Blazers Suns Bulls 100.0 87.5 50.0 42.9 25.0 14.3 12.5 Location Westwood 0 8 8 5th/ 6th Grade Girls Team Comets Mystics Panthers Sparks Jazz Jets Miracle Won 6 6 6 4 3 2 0 Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball Ashe Chiropractic 66 AEV/MO's Boots 61 Gates/Current Chiropractic 40 Timber Creek Landscaping 46 AEV/ Mo's Boots: Wes Rousseau 16 Chris Norris 15 Jerry Hampton 15 Brian Norris 11 Gates/ Current Chiropractic: Timber Creek Landscaping: Joey Pollard 15 Justin Grubb Chad Hash 5 Played 7 8 8 7 8 6 8 % 85.7 75.0 75.0 57.1 37.5 33.3 0.0 Teams Sparks vs Jets Comets vs Panthers Jazz vs Mystics Comets vs Miracle Time 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Noon 1 p.m. Teams Timberwolves vs Lady Hawks Celtics vs Heat Sonics vs Grizzlies Stars vs the Storm Spurs vs Bobcats Little Huskies vs Shock Spurs vs Bucks 2 p.m. Stars vs Rockers Credit Problems? Need a Gar? CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW For All Your Golf, Work S Utility Needs Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. 310 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 hrgcuvi@earthlink.net Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment FAST • ACCURATE • FRIENDLY Scores from January 29, 2007 Ashe Chiropractic: Loss 1 2 2 3 5 6 8 Location Westwood Mtn View Mtn View Blue Ridge 0.0 % 87.5 75 75 37.5 12.5 12.5 Time 11 a.m. Noon 1 p.m. 2 p.m. 3rd and 4th Boys and Girls Played % 6 100.0 7 85.7 8 75.0 8 37.5 7 42.9 8 25.0 Played 8 8 8 8 8 8 Lakers vs 76ers 5th and 6th Girls Loss 0 1 2 5 4 6 Loss 1 2 2 5 7 7 Teams Suns vs Wizards Bulls vs Blazers 2 p.m. Won 6 6 6 3 3 2 Won 7 6 6 3 1 1 Time Noon 1 p.m. % 5th/ 6th Grade Boys claimed the victory by a score of 56-53. The Huskies were led in scoring by three players in double digits. Kelly Hudler led the way for the Huskies with 22 points and Kendra Yearick followed with an admirable 12 points and Kim McNeil also scored 10 points for the Huskies. Kaitlin Smith added six points, Shelly Barker scored five points, and Larken Mikeal rounded out the Huskies scoring with two points. The victory over the Rams gave the Huskies their ninth conference win and placed them solely in second place in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference. The Huskies sole conference loss came from the hands of the North Surry Greyhounds. The Huskies will travel to North Surry tonight to face the Greyhounds and plan to avenge their only conference loss. Look for results in Tuesday's paper. Feb. 3 AYBL schedule 3rd/ 4th Grade Girls Industrial 1 Loss 0 1 4 4 6 6 7 Lady Huskies continued from page IB Location Mtn View 3rd/ 4th Grade Boys Through matches as of January 28, 2007 Conference WON LOST Matt Weaver represented the Huskies in the 147-weight class and Matt once again had a tough match. The match lasted till the third period when Matt was pinned by his opponent at the one-minute mark. Toryn Little turned the tables for the Huskies when he won three team points by Decision as he was able to score a takedown in the match. Rafael Rodriguez continued Toryn's momentum and recorded a pin in the first period, and Dylan Brown also pinned his opponent in the first period. Buster Phillips was unable to earn any team points when he lost his match by a personal score of 7-4. Chris Edwards was the last match of the contest and following the pin by the Wilkes Central wrestler; the teams were tied at 39-39. The final outcome of the match was determined by decision of the official and the decision awarded the Huskies with their first conference victory of the year. The Huskies will travel to North Surry tomorrow morning to compete in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference Tournament. 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Tlu: Jefferson Post 846-7164 DELIVERY PERSON NEEDED FULL TIME POSITION Apply in person to: Sears West Jefferson, NC ELECTRICAL ENGINEER Employer looking for individual with experience in printed circuit board design, prototyping programs on board computers, specification-design and select chips to make boards. BS required The position has an excellent salary with benefits. Please respond with a resume and availability date to: vickiewalker@nextsafetyinc.com or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 160-Business Opportunities PART-TIME OFFICE HELP WANTED. 12 hrs per week. Applicant should be proficient with computers, & doing research on the Internet. Applicant should also be able to work independently. No experience needed. Please send resume to REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOME HEALTH High Country Health Care System has an opening for a full time Registered Nurse to serve Ashe County. Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experience. Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time management, and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828) 264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified; EEO and ADA employer. RHA HEALTH SERVICES is taking applications for a Home Manager in our Deep Gap group home. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating activities of Habilitation Technicians and managing operations of the ICF/MR facility. High School diploma or GED, valid driver's license and one year's experience working with persons with developmental difficulties required. Call 828-262-5450 Make Money Fast with a Classified ad. Call us at 846-7164 300Miscellaneous Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 235-Christmas Trees The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. For Sale: Fraser Fir 3/0 Seedlings available for Spring. Mount Rogers Origin. Call 336-877-1008 310-Musical Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell. tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 •BY1:1ikW ISB 330-Pets KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only 55.95 each Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock For Sale: Appaloosa Mare. Downsizing herd. Need to sell. Call 336-977-9309 for more information. PLACEYOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300^ Miscellaneous For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 380-Trucks & URGENT means that 4x4s for Sale this animal could be put to sleep in order to make room for incom­ ing animals. These are the pets that have been with us the longest amount of time, and therefore have the highest risk of being put to sleep. Our current "urgentpets are Abigail, Nerds, Levi, Wakko & Yakko, and Chip. We also still have lots of puppies for adoption. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ E J M ?[IL-N J MI»WI ta at 336-372-8744 for 260-Garage/Yard Sales Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am 330-Pets Tessie is an older, 5-6 year old shepherd or lab mix. Tessie is a very mellow, easy going dog. She'd be very happy as a "couch-potato" dog in a family that's not very active. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta, 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com URGENT: Levi is a -3 year old fox hound mix. Levi was surrendered by her previous owner. She is already house­ trained and may be up to date with vaccines. Levi is a very friendly girl and will be fine in most households. more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 370-Cars/Vans for Sale Now accepting bids on 2001 Dodge Stratus, auto, 73,634 miles. Call Allied Financial 336-846-8288 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2004 F-250 XLT Super Duty, 4x4 Diesel, black with silver. 40,000 miles. $28,500. Call 336-927-4453 SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent pplications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green,top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 For Rent: 2 BR House 410-Motorcycles / Stop by Hart 4-Wheelers Equipment. For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Premier Lease Space Available. Approximately 1600 Sq Ft located in front of Wal-Mart next to Ashe Cleaners. High Traffic area great for Retail Business. Call 336246-9379 for details. 3 BR. 1 bath, house in Helton Community. Call 384-1062 for more information. 3BR/1BA House w/Monitor heat, Hardwood & Carpet flooring. Convenience and privacy. $600 per month w/$460 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals, Inc. 336-246-2803 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our 'lor rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! Power 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 3BR, 2 BA furnished, mobile home, on Hwy 163, overlooks River. New References & deposit required. Call 828-632-7724 3BR/2BA Mobile w/oil furnace, carpet & tile flooring, very nice home. $500 per mo. / $500 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Property & Rentals, Inc. at 336-246-2803 Wilkes Communit Colleqe Wilkes Communi College Advanced Materials Technology Director Nurse Aid Instructor Alleghany Campus For more information Call (336) 838-6204 For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Margate Health and Rehab Center Qualifications Include: Margate Health & Rehab Center is seeking: Enthusiastic and Energetic Full Time Social Worker to be part of our winning TEAM. Long term care experience preferred. Interested parties should send resume to: Attention: Administrator 540 Waugh Street RO. Box 909 Jefferson, N.C. 28640 Fax: 336-246-5997 Phone: 336-246-5581 Jefferson's Gateway to Extraordinary Living Come See the Difference! EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Want to join our health care team? Medical Technologist - PRN position in our Laboratory Department. Competitive Salary Shift Differential Year-round position Must have an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technologist Certificate), current CPR and previous computer experience preferred To apply: Apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org -• Experience in the design and building of engineering prototypes Machining Electronics -• A solid backgroung in physics, chemistry and computer technology is required -+ A BS degree in engineering or the sciences is required The position has an excellent salary with benefits and stock options. Please respond with a resume and availability date to: vickie walker @ nextsafetyinc.com or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 ® TOYOTA E0E moving forward > EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE SALES PERSONNEL WANTED NOW! APPLY TODAY. Norman Cheek's Sd I CD I I OF BOONE 828-264-1491 1-800-559-1491 665 East King Street BOONE �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 PAGE 5B Classifieds 500-Mobile Homes for Sale $0.00 ZERO Down Payment for Landowners. Singlewides, Doublewides, On and Off Frame Modulars $25,000 - $500,000. (See Our 2 story Log Home) WE CAN DO IT ALL! Oakwood Homes of Hudson, NC 828-396-2045 Call for easy directions. 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots & Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. For Sale: 152 acres, Grayson County, Va., intersection Fox Creek Road and Flat Ridge Road. Creek, woods, & meadows. Call for info. 620-386-0713. 1195-Legals This the 16th day of January, 2007. Michael Dixon Executor for the Estate of Anne S. King NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, a Special Elec­ tion will be held in the Town of West Jeffer­ son in Ashe County on Tuesday, March 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. The following proposi­ tions will be submitted to the voters: 1.) To permit the oper­ ation of ABC stores. For or Against 2.) To permit the sale of mixed beverages in hotels, restaurants, pri­ vate clubs, community theatres, and conven­ tion centers. For or Against The registration books will close on Friday, February 9th, 2007. No form of absentee voting is allowed in this or future elections for the town of West Jefferson. Persons who are not certain of their registra­ tion status or their pre­ cinct location should contact the County Board of Elections in Jefferson. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 to 12 and 1 to 5. The phone number is 219-2570. 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating ail your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1145-Steel Buildings STEEL BUILDINGS 3 Cancelled Orders. Brand new, still on pallet with full warranty. Pay only remaining balances. First come, First serve. Call for sizes 1-800-222-6335 X6000 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. Let our Classified Ads go to work for You! Call us at 846-7164 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Anne S. King, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at 360 Witherspoon Heights Rd. Jefferson, NC 28640 on or before the 19th day of April, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebt­ edness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on iron pipe found at the southern corner of Lot No. 171; thence with said lot line, N. 10-0401 IV. 164.85 feet to a 1" iron pipe found in the line of Lots Nos. 171 and 172; thence crossing Lot Nos. 172, 173, and 174, N. 8400-07 E. 74.33 feet to a 1" iron pipe found in the line of Lot No. 175; thence with said line, S. 09-55-17 E.148.62 feet to a 1" iron pipe found at the northern margin of Gentry Street; thence with the northern right of ivay of said . street, S. 71-2900 W. 74.57 feet to the BEGINNING. Surveyed in November, 1989, using the northern side of Gentry Street as recorded in Plat Book 1, at pages 5 and 6, as a bearing reference. Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Fol­ lowing the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the remain­ ing amounts are imme­ diately due and owing. sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. NOTICE OF Brian Neal Hayes EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF MARY NELLE HAYES KING The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor of the Estate of Mary Nelle King Hayes, deceased, of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned on or before the 26th day of April, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. This the 17th day of January, 2007. Brian Neal Hayes 904 West View Drive Wilkesboro, NC 28697 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Publication dates: 1-26-07; 2-02-07; 2-09-07; 2-16-07 LEGAL NOTICE NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY Canvass Day will be held at 11:00 AM in the Ashe County Board of Elections office in Jefferson on Tuesday March 13th, 2007. Dated this the 16th day of January 2007. Ralph G. Bare, Chairman Ashe County Board of Elections Said property to be offered pursuant to this Substitute Trustee Notice of Sale is being Brock & Scott, PLLC offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance 5431 Oleander Drive "AS IS WHERE IS." Suite 200 There are no represen­ Wilmington, NC 28403 tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any PHONE: physical, environmen­ (910) 392-4988 tal, health or safety FAX: (910) 392-8587 conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered File No.: 06-12225 for sale. This sale is made subject to all pri­ NOTICE TO or liens, unpaid taxes, CREDITORS special assessments, easements, rights of Having qualified as And being the identical way, deeds of. release, Executor of the Estate land described in and and any other encum­ of Margaret P. Bower, conveyed by that cer­ brances or exceptions late of Ashe County, tain deed from David S. of record. To the best North Carolina, this is Wright and wife, of the knowledge and to notify all persons Sandra K. Wright, to belief of the under­ having claims against the current said estate to present Charles B. Blackburn signed, and wife, Christal M. owner(s) of the proper­ them to the under­ Blackburn, dated 20 ty is/are Charles B. signed at 320 Windy and wife, Acres Ridge Rd, Fleet­ December 2004, and of Blackburn record in Book 323, Christal M. Blackburn. wood, NC 28626 on or at pages 1041-1043, before the 27th day of inclusive, Ashe County If the trustee is unable April, 2007, or this Registry. to convey title to this Notice will be pleaded property for any rea­ in bar to their recovery. Save and except any son, the sole remedy of All persons indebted to releases, deeds of the purchaser is the the estate will please release or prior return of the deposit. make immediate pay­ conveyances of record. Reasons of such inabil­ ment to the under­ signed. ity to convey include, Said property is but are not limited to, commonly known as the filing of a bankrupt­ This the 19th day of 138 Gentry Street, cy petition prior to the January, 2007. Jefferson, NC 28640. confirmation of the sale A cash deposit (no per­ and reinstatement of David P. Bower sonal checks) of five the loan without the Executor for the Estate percent (5%) of the knowledge of the trust­ purchase price, or ee. If the validity of the of Margaret P. Bower February 16, 2007 at 12:30PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING a certain tract of land containing 0.266 acre according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes, Registered Land Surveyor No. 3094, located in Jeffer­ son Tozvnship, Ashe County, North Carolina, bounded on the West by the southern part of Lot No. 171; on the North by the northern portions of Lots Nos. 172, 173, and 174; on the East by Lot No. 175; and on the South by the right of way of Gentry Street; and being more particularly described as follows: THE UNDERSIGNED, Aaron Landry, having qualified on the 20th day of December, 2006 as Executor of the Estate of Edith S. Best, deceased, this is to no­ BEGINNING on a 1" tify all persons, firms, and corporations hav­ ing claims against said Estate that they must present them to the undersigned at 1600 Morganton Road, B-8, Pinehurst, NC 28734, on or before the 12th day of April, 2007 or Will interview patients for 3rd party the claims will be forev­ er barred thereafter, coverage; requires knowledge of Medicaid, and this notice will be disability, Workers Comp, and liability pleaded in bar of recovery. All persons, programs. Associate's degree in Medical firms, and corporations indebted to said Estate Office Technology/Management; business will make prompt pay­ ment to the under­ background. 2-3 years direct experience may signed at the above ad­ dress. substitute for required education. Medical Financial Counselor Part - Time Registration facilities This the 20th day of and polling places are December, 2006. accessible to the elder­ ly and handicapped. In Aaron Landry the case of a voter not Executor of the Estate being able to enter the of Edith S. Best polling place, they may 1600 Morganton Road, vote curbside during B-8 the hours that the polls Pinehurst, NC 28374 are open. 550-Real Estate Wanted Church would like to purchase 5 plus acres in or near Jefferson or West Jefferson. Please contact Dennis at 336-877-5075 evenings. 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS 06 SP 139 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by CHARLES B. BLACKBURN, A MAR­ RIED MAN JOINED BY HIS WIFE CHRISTAL M BLACKBURN to John C Johnston, Trustee(s), which was dated December 21, 2004 and recorded on December 22, 2004 in Book 00323 at Page 1044, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. Tho Vinion Council ol America recommends regular eye oxcim& for you and your family to ensure haaltHy vision. Check Yearly. See Clearly.- www.checkyearly.com NOW HIRING FULL-TIME RESPIRATORY THERAPIST Must possess NCRB license with 2 years experience preferred. Contact Tim Job responsibilities include: • General respiratory care for patients of all ages • Assistance with deliveries • Vent care • Diagnostic testing • Endotracheal intubations • Stress tests • Holter services (910) 619-3187 Call David Barlow to apply For interview at 336-846-0726 MANUFACTURING/PROCESS ENGINEER FAST GROWING NEW COMPANY NEEDS RESEARCH ASSISTANT RESEARCHER/INSIDE SALES QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: SALE Eye strain from computer rise Strong computer and research skills • Experience in designing manufacturing procedures • Establishing QA functions • Process flow & control • A BS degree in engineering or operations manage­ ment is required (Mac, Excel, Internet) Articulate, strong writing skills required Degree preferred Salary/Commission + Great Benefits West Jefferson office The position has an excellent salary with benefits and stock options. availability date to: Fax resume to: 336-246-3978 Or bring resume to Next Safety office at vickiewalker@nextsafetyinc.com 230 Hice Avenue • West Jefferson, NC Please respond with a resume and or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call Opportunities. Powered by Tyson.™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products Tyson Foods, Inc., is seeking qualified applicants to fill open positions on all shifts at its Wilkesboro, North Carolina location. Requirements: •18 years or older with work authorization Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call Tyson Foods' Benefits Include: •Competitive wages (starting at $8.85 per hour with $.45 shift differential for second and third shifts) •Excellent benefits package •Paid vacation and 8 paid holidays •401(k) with company match \ •Stock Purchase Plan with company match •Credit Union •Tyson Family Store •Cafeteria •Opportunities within the company Please Apply In Person at Employment Security Commission 8467164 www.tyson.com 8467164 An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V Oportunidades. Alimentadas por Tyson™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products Las instalaciones de Tyson Foods, Inc., en Wilkesboro, Carolina del Norte esta buscando aspirantes calificados para ocar posiciones en todos sus turnos. Requisitos: •Mayores de 18 anos con autorizacion de trabajo Las prestaciones de Tyson Foods incluyen: •Salarios competitivos (comenzando en $8.85 por hora mas $.45 por trabajar en el segundo y tercer turno) •Excelente paquete de prestaciones •Vacaciones pagadas y 8 dias festivo pago •Plan para la jubilacion [401 (k)] contribucion de compania •Plan de comprea de acciones contribucion de compania •Asociacion decreditos •Tienda familiar para los Companeros de Equipo de Tyson •Cafeteria •Oportunidadas dentro de La Compania Puede obtener solictud en La oficiana del empleo Employment Security Commission www.tyson.com An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V (Empress que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo para minorais, mujeres, personas con discapacidad y veteranos) �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST BUSINESS Yadkin Valley Bank announces promotions Carolyn Miller and Jen­ nie Bare have been promoted to assistant Vice president, Yadkin vally Bank and Trust, Mount Jefferson Road branch, West Jefferson, N.C. Carolyn began her bank­ ing career with Northwestern bank, Jefferson, N.C. in 1979; worked in investments with IJL Wachovia, North Wilkesboro and Ashe County Board of Education. Jennie began her bank­ ing carrer with Northwest­ ern Bank, North Wilkesboro, N.C. which later merged with First Union. Over the past 26 years, Jennie served in various capacities and when leaving First Union, she was Regional Teller Manager and Assistant Vice President. Bob Furches, Vice Presi­ dent and City Exec., stated Carolyn and Jennie have been instrumental in the growth of Yadkin Valley Bank in Ashe County and are dedicated employees who are always willing to help in any capacity and very deserving of this promotion. Carolyn is currently a loan officer and Jennie is Manager and a customer service repre­ sentative for the Mount Jef­ ferson Road office. Someone Special You Know Having a Birthday Soon? Credit Problems? Need a Can? CALL 1-S77-DRIVE-NOW FREEDOM HOMES STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION Carolina West Carolina West Wireless is the recipient of Federal financial assistance Wireless from the Rural Utilities Service, an agency of the U. S. Department of Agriculture and is subject to the Provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended and the rules and regulations of the U. S. Department of Agriculture which provide that no persons in the United States on the basis of race, color, national origin, age or handicap shall be excluded from the participation in, admission or access of to, denied the benefits of or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any of this organization's programs or activities. This organization is committed not to discriminate against any person on the ground of race, color or national origin in its policies and practices in the conduct of the operations of this organization. Any individual, or specific class of individuals, who feels that this organization has subjected them to discrimination provided by Title VI of the Act and the Rules and Regulations issued hereunder, may by himself or a representative, file with the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250, the Rural Utilities Service, Washington, DC 20250, or Slay ton S. Stewart, Carolina West Wireless, PO Box 959, Wilkesboro, NC 28697, or all, a written complaint. Complaints must be filed within 180 days after the alleged discrimination or by such date to which the Secretary of Agriculture or the Rural Utilities Service extcnHs the time for filing. Confidentiality will be maintained to the extent Show them you care with a JEFFERSON POST-IT Note nccc-wiy u carry out the pu.pose of the Rules and Regulations. Call 846-7164 YADKIN VALLEY BANK Freedom HOMES Residential & Commercial A Leader in The Manufactured Housing Industry • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More 0018 OY Excavating & Hauling No JOB Too SMALL! Appleseed • Homesites • Ponds •Spring Work • Ditching ' Lot Clearing • Driveways 1 Basement/Footers • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 ROOP'S ROOFING | ELVIN COE'S PLUMBING S PUMP SERVICE Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types ot repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. 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SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only ~ 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only ~ 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti usr TRACK HOE SERVICES KEITH'S TRACKHOE SERVICE Road Building • Ditching • Ditch Bank Cleaning Bush Hogging • House Foundations • Demolition Foundation Wall Construction • Lot Clearing ,\'/i Inh In,i V•••*•// No Job Too Small 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 28618 Call 828-773-5035 • Cell: 336-977-6477 or 977-6265 ^ > �JEFFERSON POST C FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2007 PAGE 7B OMMUNITY NEWS by Gary Kopervas HOCUS-FOCUS SILENT BY HENRY BOLTINOFF DETA VOODOO MAGIC MAZE • SILENT Weekly SUDOKU by Linda Thistle ^ I ^ ))\ r-x FIND AT LEAST 6 DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PANELS. ua>jOjq si 90U3J 9 POAOLU9J 9JB S8SSB)9 s pappe si jnodsuMoa f psAouj si u6ig g joq&Li S( asnoqpjig z pappe si uuv' L saousjama Super Crossword Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. Find the listed words in the diagram. They run in all directions forward, backward, up, down and diagonally. Alarm Butler Dog whistle Films Letter Majority Movie Night Partner Picture Protest Service DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: • * Treatment Type Vote • Moderate •• Challenging • ** HOO BOY! © 2007 King Features Synd., Inc. World rights reserved. C 200' King Features Synd Inc. World rights reserved. WWW.MAMASBOYZ.COM O/ADfTUe-S'JOST ARRkSTep OME OP OW WHAT A 5UAM6.) MURP£i MAM? m^ALOJAVS PlCKOM WlPUOPf IT'S LIKE PROFIUN' OR SOrh£TMlM6 f \ MPvMel J WOT P'YA WANT ON YBR BURGER? WHAT DO YOU SUGGEST...A BURGER WITH PIZZA SAUCE? CAN'T YA EVER TRY SUMTHIN'MORE —. EXClTIN'SV-s^ THAT'S A THOUGHT. BUT YER STILL _ PLAYIN IT./"""V1 A SAFE/CO THE USUAL WHAT CO YOU MEAN "SAFE1"? GUILTV J*THE USUAL. IT'S ALWAYS K^THE USUAL.. 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HOW DOES ONE THINK "0£/7S/D£ v YA GO WAY OUT.,, F'RINSTANCE... THE BOX"?, .,.>54 KIN HAVE A X > BURGER COVERED IN RAISINS SMOTHERED IN WHIPPED CREAM TOPPED WITH A / N—. CHERRY/ ^ 1 BROUGHT YOU SOMETHING FROM I MY COUSIN'S j\ WEDDINGryC. I THINK WE'LL EAT SOMEWHERE ELSE/ v I SAVED THIS PIECE OF CAKE v FOR YOU y-if BY DON TRACHTE ' PUT A PIECE OF WEDDING CAKE UNDEI? LYOUR PILLOW AND < ALL YOUR DREAMS . (WILL COME TRUE Z If you ITAVE sECREily wishEd TI-IAT you could do A IARQE NEWSPAPER Weekly SUDOKU Answer Ad foR youR VAIENUNE, This is youR \ ppoRTUNiiy TO TEII TIIE WORW jusT how Much youR VAIENTINE MEANS TO you! You can do a half page or a full page ad for 1/2 the normal cost. Color will also be 1/2 price. Call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 and ask for more information about our Valentine Special or come by our office at 203 South Second Avenue, West Jefferson. The ads will be in the February 13th edition. Deadline to place ads will be February 6'". < � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 10 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Some of the neighbors, how­ ever, aren't so happy about the proposal. Five residents among a roomful of people at Thurs­ day's West Jefferson Board of Aldermen meeting spoke out against the project during a public hearing. "I'm not against growth. I just think this is a bad place for this," said Richard Sauer. His words were echoed by several others in the Mt. Paddy neighborhood where the subdivision is proposed. Their concerns focused on construction traffic and wa­ ter runoff plus noise and increased traffic from the large number of vehicles that would most likely accompany that many homes. The aldermen had con­ cerns as well including the proper number of entrances and exits for that size subdi­ vision. Alderman Jerry Mc­ Millan said the board needs to know that before any de­ cision is made, and asked Town Manager Greg McGinnis to find out the legal re­ quirement. Presentation of the pro­ posal was made by Mark Little of Hometown Realty, which according to WJ Town Planner Matthew Levi is bro­ kering a sale of the property for owner Bill Woodie. About seven acres of the approximately 20-acre site, said McGinnis, is inside West Jefferson town limits at the end of Church Street where it deadends at Mt. Paddy. Little was requesting a rezoning of the West Jefferson property from R15 (residen­ tial minimum lot size 15,000 square feet) to R7 (residen­ tial minimum lot size 7,000 square feet). See Development, page 5 Getting ready for Valentine's Day Post photo by Linda Burchette Don Greene (from left) helps his granddaughter Emily Huskins make Valentines while Jessalyn and Caiti Smith and their mother Jennie Smith put their own creativity to work during the open house Saturday at White Hart Woods in West Jefferson. Visitors to the center enjoyed a smorgasbord of Valentine-making crafts to create their own personal messages and gifts, along with gourmet chocolate and cheese fondues. Draft wind energy ordinance unveiled First of two parts (Editor's note: Because of the great public interest in the wind energy issue at this point, we are reproducing in full the draft wind energy system ordinance now under consideration by the county commissioners. The first part includes the sections 1 to 5 of the draft ordinance; we will print the final two sections in Friday's newspaper. This first section covers the actual proposed regulation of wind energy systems; the second part covers the draft appeals and variance processes. On Friday, we will also include any changes made to the draft ordinance during Monday evening's public hearing.) DRAFT Ashe County Ordinance To Regulate Wind Energy Systems Section 1 Authority and Purpose Inasmuch as Ashe County has determined the North Carolina Mountain Ridge Protection Act is in effect, and pursuant to the author­ ity granted to counties by NC General Statute 153A-121 et seq. and other pertinent stat­ utes and amendments there­ to, it is the purpose of this ordinance to regulate the use of wini^. energy systems and to describe the conditions by which a permit for installing a system could be obtained. Section 2 Findings Wind power is a clean, inexhaustible, reliable, and economical source of energy that can help us reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, help to preserve and protect the environment, and help to create new jobs and sustain­ able forms of development. As a result of these benefits, wind power has become the fastest growing energy source in the world and is helping to satisfy the growing demand for electricity cleanly and affordably. The State of North Caro­ lina has enacted a number of laws and programs to en­ courage the use of small-scale renewable energy systems in­ cluding a state tax credit, net metering law, property tax exemptions, and a state wide green power program. tion. Section 4 Small Wind Energy Systems Small wind energy sys­ tems shall be a permitted use by right subject to the Section 3 Definition Large Wind Energy Sys­ wp.iiremtmts set,forth in this tem: A wind energy conver­ section: 4.1. Wind Turbine Height: sion system consisting of one or more wind turbine(s), a Height shall be limited to 135 tower(s), and associated con­ feet. trol or conversion electronics, 4.2. Setback: The base of which has a rated capacity of the wind turbine shall not be more than 20 kW. Small Wind closer to surrounding prop­ Energy System: A wind ener­ erty lines than the height of gy conversion system consist­ the wind turbine unless a NC ing of a single wind turbine, Registered Professional En­ a tower, and associated con­ gineer certifies the fall zone trol or conversion electronics, of the wind turbine and ap­ which has a rated capacity of purtenances will be within not more than 20 kW. Mul­ the setback area proposed. tiple systems located on agri­ In addition, no wind turbine cultural farms are considered shall be located closer to an small wind energy systems inhabited structure on adja­ even if the aggregate kW ex­ cent property than 1.5 times ceeds 20, provided the prima­ the height of the wind tur­ ry intent is to generate power bine. Relief from this section to reduce on-site consump­ may be granted if the appli­ tion. Wind Turbine Height: cant can secure a permanent The height above grade to the easement from the adjoining tip of the turbine blade when property owner(s) providing it reaches its highest eleva­ for a fall zone. 4.3. Building Permit Re­ quirements: A building permit shall be requ ' red and building permit applil ations for small wind energt (systems shall be accompu vied oy standard drawings tr.Tmlr wind tur­ bine structure, including the tower, base, and footings. An engineering analysis of the tower certified by a licensed professional engineer which includes standards for ice/ wind loading shall also be submitted. This analysis may be supplied by the manufac­ turer. Wet stamps shall not be required. 4.4. Compliance with FAA Regulations: Small wind en­ ergy systems must comply with applicable FAA regula­ tions, including any necessary approvals for installations close to airports. Evidence of compliance or non-applicabil­ ity shall be submitted with the application. 4.5. Utility Notification: No small wind energy sys­ tem shall be installed until evidence has been given that the utility company has been informed of the customer's intent to install an intercon­ nected customer-owned gen­ erator. Off-grid systems shall be exempt from this require­ ment. 4.6. Appearance: Small wind energy towers shall maintain a galvanized finish or be painted to conform the tower color to the surrounding environment to reduce visual obtrusiveness. No wind tower should have any signage, or writing or pictures that may be construed as advertising placed on it at any time. In addition no flags, streamers or decorative items may be attached to the wind energy system tower or turbine. 4.7. Removal of Defective or Abandoned Wind Energy Systems: Any wind energy system that is not functional shall be repaired by the owner or removed. In the event that the County becomes aware of any wind energy system that is not operated for a continuSee Wind, page 5 Therapist battled depression and won by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Phillip Cole fought his depression by jumping out of airplanes during military service. It taught him that he really did want to live and liv­ ing was more important than his daily worries. "Basically, I think I've been depressed my whole life," said Cole, a psychotherapist with clients in Ashe, Watauga, Al­ leghany and Wilkes counties. He overcame his depression through trial and error, and was inspired by his own expe­ rience with therapy to become a therapist. Cole said part of his de­ pression stemmed from a belief as a young man that he would not live past 30. He didn't expect to have a career, get married or have children. Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jefTersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com He saw no future for himself. "I went to junior college right out of high school and learned to drink real well," he said. "That seemed so point­ less. So in the John Wayne macho fearless image, I joined the Army and hoped the Viet­ nam War wouldn't be over be­ fore I got there. That was in 1965. "When I joined the Air­ borne advanced infantry training, the idea of life and death became more vivid," Cole said. "I think my depres­ sion was that I didn't care if I died, but what was I killing other people for? I couldn't justify the war. My way out was to become a parachute rigger, and if I hadn't taken that training I would have been assigned to the lBt Cav­ alry, the one featured in the Phillip Cole Mel Gibson film, We Were Soldiers.' I managed my de­ pression through jumping out of airplanes. Until that chute opens, you're just out there. TTiat experience seemed to dissipate all the concern over Valentine's Day concert planned Those who choose to spend their Valentine's Evening at "Heartstrings: A Mountainhome Valentine" will hear something that affirms their romantic per­ spective. The Heartstrings concert will feature world-class harpist Jacquelyn Bartlett and folk singers Randy and Deborah Jean Sheets. There will also be a spe­ cial performance of Joe Shannon's new children's book, Tennis Shoe Love, by the Blowing Rocket Youth Players from the Blowing Rock Stage Company. Jacquelyn Bartlett is well-known locally to classi­ cal music lovers, but she is also well-known, perhaps the daily mundane and de­ pression and worries. When the chute opened, I was glad I was alive and started plan­ ning how to land safely. I began looking past the John Wayne image, winning rib­ bons and the apple pie patrio­ tism of it, and saw the war for what it was, life and death." Cole said his depression didn't end there. After mili­ tary service, he experimented with psychedelic drugs as did many young people of that era. This expanded his con­ sciousness, he said, but such drugs are addictive and lead to long term problems. "I was having destructive dreams and was encouraged by a girl­ friend to see a therapist," he said. "That had such a posi­ tive effect on me. The human connection with that thera­ pist was something I hadn't experienced before." This experience taught Cole how to work through problems rather than just give up. With relationships, for example, he said he always thought that if you had problems you just ended it. You didn't try to work things out. It was a turning point in his life. After therapy, he had quit smoking and got married. He suddenly saw a future and it was a place he wanted to be. He wanted to help others see a future for themselves as well. Cole studied social work in college and after graduate school pursued training as a therapist. He holds a Bache­ lor's degree in sociology with a business management mi­ nor from Eastern Michigan even better known, on the international stage. She is a member of the Mallarme Chamber Orchestra, which performs regionally, nationally, and internationally. For this special concert, Bartlett plans to perform the love themes from Dr. Zhivago and Romeo and Juliet, as well as a couple of Puccini arias, Clair de Lune, and some Celtic airs with Joe Shannon. Randy and Deborah Jean Sheets will share an Appalachian perspective on love that is both serious and silly. Their songs describe real people and real relationships, but, as is often the case in mountain ballads, they also poke fun. The Sheets are also will known locally, through frequent guest appearances on local radio shows, to performances at local and University (graduate 1970) and a Masters of Social Work from the University of Michi­ gan (graduate 1972). He be­ gan his career in 1971 as a clinical therapist for children and their families in Detroit, Michigan. He moved to North Carolina in the early 1980s and served as director of pe­ riodic services at the Area Mental Health Authority Specialized Youth Services Program in Charlotte 198485. From 1985-88, he worked as a psychotherapist at Carolinas Medical Center, then at Human Affairs International until 1993. During the 1990s, he also served as camp direc­ tor and mentor at the Nation­ al Conference for Community & Justice, instructor at the University of North Carolina See Cole, page 5 regional festivals. They have also performed at the National Folklife Festival and at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The concert will be Wednesday, Feb. 14 at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in downtown Boone. Starting time is at 8 p.m. Tickets are $12.50 in advance and $15.00 at the door. Tickets for college and high school stu­ dents are $10.00 (at the door only). Tickets may be purchased at the Maet Stores, Rydell Music Center, Pandora's Mailbox in Blowing Rock, and Fred's Mercantile on Beech Mountain. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.mountainhomemusic.com. For more information, go to the website or call 828964-3392. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007 Loretta Jane Severt McCoy West Jefferson April 27, 1939 January 27, 2007 Loretta Jane Severt Mc­ Coy, age 67 of West Jefferson, NC, died Saturday, January 27, 2007 at her home. Mrs. McCoy was born April 27, 1939 in Ashe County to the late Charles and Veada Mill­ er Severt. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a son, Randy Wayne Miller. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Monday, January 29, 2007 at the Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene. Rev. Mark Weist officiated. Burial followed in the West Jeffer­ Betty Jo Scott Neaves West Jefferson August 23, 1929 February 2, 2007 Mrs. Betty Jo Scott Neaves, age 77, of West Jefferson, died Friday, February 2, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, NC. Mrs. Neaves was born August 23,1929 in Ashe County to the late Alonzo and Ethel Gore Scott. She was preceded in death by her hus­ band, Floyd Lee Neaves. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m., Sunday, February 4, 2007, at Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Sonny Thomas and Rev. Billy Joe Blevins officiated. Burial fol­ lowed in the Howell Hill Cem­ Vance Johnson, Jr. Jefferson May 3, 1928 January 31, 2007 Vance Johnson, Jr., age 78 of Jefferson, NC, died Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mr. Johnson was born on May 3,1928 in Ashe County, NC to the late Vance and Sally Sturgill Johnson. He was preced­ ed in death by one grandson. Mr. Johnson was a member of Mount Jefferson Baptist Church in Jefferson, NC. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m., Sunday, February 4, 2007 at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel in Jefferson, N.C. Pas­ tor Keith Casey and Pastor Ron Hill officiated. A private burial followed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Jefferson Care Cen­ ter, P.O. Box 134, Jefferson, NC 28640. Lena G. Waddell Lansing October 16,1943 February 2, 2007 Lena G. Waddell, age 63, of Lansing, died Friday, Feb­ ruary 2, 2007, at Glenbridge Health and Rehabilitation Center in Boone after an ex­ tended illness. Funeral services were held Monday, February 5, 2007, at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel by the Rev. Jeff Dollar, the Rev. Dan Hess, and Chaplain Melanie Childers. Burial was in Ashelawn Memorial Gar­ dens. The family received friends Sunday, February 4, 2007 at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Mrs. Waddell was born in Ashe County, October 16, 1943, to Dewitt J. and Bonnie Hartsoe Graybeal. She was JEFFERSON POST son Cemetery. The family re­ ceived friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday, January 28th at Badger Funeral Home. Mrs. McCoy is survived by her husband, Everette Mc­ Coy; one son, Gary Miller of Hickory, N.C.; one daughter, Karen Mahala of West Jeffer­ son; a brother, Ernest Severt of Cricket, N.C.; sisters, Raye Miller of Cricket, N.C. and Ruth Eller of Brunswick, Ga.; five grandchildren, one great grandchild, and several niec­ es and nephews You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. etery. The family received friends from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m., Sunday, February 4, 2007, at Badger Funeral Home. Mrs. Neaves is survived by her sons, Bill and Chrystal Jones of Campobello, S.C., Joe Neaves of Crumpler,#N.C.; daughters, Connie and Darrell Osborne and Brenda and Rick Payne of Lansing, N.C., Kim and Mike Gray of Jef­ ferson, N.C.; seven grandchil­ dren, five great-grandchil­ dren, and several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Marlene John­ son; three daughters, Fleeta and husband, James Farmer of Galax, Va., Macklene and husband, Raymond Whitby of Preston, Md., Kathy and husband, Mark Bonificano of Newark, Del.; two sisters, Mamie and husband, Jack Hardin of West Jefferson, N.C., Irene and husband, Crick Baldwin of Jefferson, N.C., four brothers, Mack Johnson of Jefferson, N.C., Bob Johnson of Jefferson, N.C., Jack and wife, Julie Johnson of New Castle, Del., Raymond and wife, Darlene Johnson of Jefferson, N.C.; and four grandclfeildren. You may inail your condo­ lences to tl1^iifu»|ily through our website at www.ashelawn. com Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. a homemaker and a member of Phoenix Baptist Church. She enjoyed reading, jewelry making and spending time with her grandchildren and dog, Snickers. Mrs. Waddell is survived by her husband, Bobby Wad­ dell; two sons, Marc Waddell and wife, Shelby of Jeffer­ son, Robert Waddell of Mat­ thews, N.C.; one daughter, Trish Blevins of Jefferson; three sisters, Janette Rose of West Jefferson, Louise Amen of Colorado, JoAnne McGuire of Michigan. Seven grand­ children, several nieces and nephews also survive. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel in Jefferson is in charge of arrangements. Email con­ dolences may be sent'through our website www.ashelawn. com. Mason Jar Candles may shatter Old Williamsburgh Candle Corp. is recalling Mason Jar Candles, sizes 3.5 to 5.0 oz. sold nationwide from May 2006 to December 2006. The wick can move from the cen­ ter of the jar to the side caus­ ing the glass to overheat and possibly crack or shatter. Ex­ posure to broken glass and molten wax poses laceration and burn hazards. This recall involves all scents and colors of Mason Jar Candles in 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, and 5.0 oz. sizes. Consumers should return the candle the place of pur­ chase for an exchange or full refund. Consumers can also call Old Williamsburgh Candle Corp. at (866) 564-1500 be­ tween 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.oldwilliamsburgh. com. More info at www.recalls.org. M OBITUARIES Ashe Memorial Hospital Health tip from your local hospital Gentle exercise: Yoga and Tai Chi There are some who cringe at the mere mention of ex­ ercise. They see images of sweaty runners finishing a long distance race or bounc­ ing bodies on stair stepping machines in a health club and think: "I can't do that." Exercise-the kind recom­ mended by virtually every medical group-is possible at any age and doesn't require any special athletic talent. But there are some individu­ als who for various reasons, cannot exercise at a high or even a moderate level of in­ tensity. For these persons, less strenuous routines such as yoga and tai chi have many advocates. Practiced widely in Ori­ ental countries for centuries, tai chi and yoga have dem­ onstrated health benefits and are practiced by many Amer­ icans as an adjunct to their traditional exercise program. TAI CHI (pronounced tie chee) is actually a Chinese martial art with a name that means literally "supreme ul­ timate fist." Anyone who has seen or practiced the grace­ ful movements would under­ stand that it's considered a "soft style martial art"-practiced with deep relaxation rather than contraction of muscles. The goal is to teach awareness of one's own bal­ ance and that of others. Tai chi, like yoga, should be learned from an experi­ enced teacher rather than a book or video, and traditional teachers are likely to empha­ size the martial art tradition. Most tai chi advocates today are interested in the health benefits, and those are not in­ compatible. The goal is to learn a stqte of ^calmness that is beliered necessary to combat the phys­ ical effects of stress on both the body and mind. Whether an attacking force is physical or mental, it should be met with "softness," remaining in contact with it and following its motion until the force is exhausted or re-directed. A type of moving medita­ tion, tai chi takes two basic forms: • The solo form involves a series of complete, natural movements over a center of gravity, concentrating on pos­ ture, relaxed breathing and a natural range of motion. • "Pushing hands," done with a training partner, in­ volves an increase in work load. Together, the partners learn leverage, timing, coor­ dination and positioning. Tai chi movements have poetic names such as "wave hands like clouds," "brush dust against the wind" and "white crane spreads wings." They are full of natural sym­ bolism and have many of the qualities of dance. In ancient Chinese medi­ cine, chi (or qi) is energy that must flow through the body to promote good health. Ac­ cording to legend, if you do tai chi for 100 days in a row, you promote the flow of posi­ tive energy and regain eight years of youth. While Western medicine may be skeptical about the concept of chi, there is sub­ stantial scientific evidence to back the health claims of this form of exercise. Several studies of arthri­ tis patients found that those performing tai chi exercises reported less pain, better range of motion and fewer limitations on daily activities. A review of four studies in­ volving rheumatoid arthritis patients found no significant reduction of pain or severity but better range of motion among tKbse taking tai chi classes. These patients also reported more enjoyment with tai chi than with other exercise programs. Tai chi movements are derside of the base. The ar­ ticle numbers are 201-102-34 (black), 501-121-99 (white) and 000-795-45 (clear). Consumers should return the vase to their local IKEA store for a full refund. Consumers can also con­ tact IKEA at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit http://www. ikea.com/ms/en_US/about_ ikea/social_environmental/ recalls.html. More info at www.recalls.org. States is hatha yoga-which focuses primarily on physical postures. Within hatha, there are also numerous types. Some are physically chal­ lenging enough to provide aerobic training; there's even one form popularly known as "power yoga." Cardiologist Dean Ornish has been a long-term advo­ cate of yoga for its benefits to the cardiovascular system, mostly involving reduction of stress, muscle tension, heart rate and blood pressure. Some studies have suggested that yoga may also improve insulin sensitivity, cholester­ ol and blood sugar. Osteoarthritis patients taking yoga classes once a week for two months reported reductions in pain and stiff­ ness, according to one study. But persons with joint or back pain should talk to their doctors before starting a yoga program. Because of its emphasis on breathing and focusing of thoughts, yoga is an exer­ cise that can be performed by someone with a physical handicap, even a paraplegic. The stretching and toning are ideal complements for aerobic, exercise or strength training. And athletes such as golfers and basketball players often use yoga to focus their mind and body during tense mo­ ments of competition-such as a free throw with the game oh the line. Gentle exercise, in the form of yoga or tai chi, does not mean half-hearted exer­ cise. As with any other exer­ cise, the benefits obtained are comparable to the effort put in. Unlike exercise performed with ear phones and music, tai chi and yoga require in­ tense'- focus and concentred tion. What's important is not the outcome but the process. Information provided by Healthwire. Childrens Trust Fund fundraiser to be held at Jefferson Landing The 5th Annual Children's Trust Fund Valentine Din­ ner, Dance and Auction fund­ raiser will be held at Jeffer­ son Landing on Saturday, Feb. 10, beginnings at 6:30 p.m. with dinner and ending with dancing to the music of White Chocolate - The Band until midnight. All proceeds from the din­ ner, dance, and auction go to benefit the Ashe County Children's Trust Endowment Fund. The Ashe County Chil­ dren's Trust Endowment is devoted to supporting the Ashe County Partnership for Children (ACPC) and Ashe County 4-H programs. The endowment committee strives to build a permanent unrestricted endowment which will provide direct financial resources for pro­ grams conducted by Ashe County 4-H and Ashe County Partnership for Children to enrich the quality of life for all children in Ashe County. About the Endowment Fund: • Established to benefit children in programs provid­ ed through Ashe County 4-H and Partnership for Chil­ dren. • Serves children birth to 19 years of age. • Funds contributed to the endowment are invested to insure support for years to come for children's programs WANT TO BUY in Ashe County. • All funds go directly into the endowment and benefit children directly. • Some things made possi­ ble since its creation include evacuation cribs for infants in day care setting; garden supplies for children garden­ ing projects; camp scholar­ ships; college applications for migrant students; physi­ cal education programs and equipment; and counseling sessions for children of do­ mestic violence. For additional informa­ tion on the endowment and how to obtain tickets for this great night of dinner, danc­ ing and fun, call (336) 2192650 or (336) 982-4588. e Grading Co LOGS, STANDING TIMBER 0RTIMBERLAND Ikea recalls vases IKEA Home Furnishings is recalling PARODI Glass Floor Vases sold at IKEA stores nationwide from April 2004 to December 2006. The base of these vases can break off unexpectedly, pos­ ing a laceration hazard to consumers. The recalled vases have thick black, white or clear glass walls. The IKEA logo and one of three article num­ bers are printed on the un­ gentle but constant, helping lubricate joints and strength­ ening muscles gradually. As one leg bends, the other stretches. As weight is shift­ ed, the body turns slightly to produce flexibility in the tor­ so muscles. By improving bal­ ance and confidence, tai chi reduces the risk of falls-the leading cause of injuries in elderly persons. In one study, subjects practicing tai chi re­ duced their risk of multiple falls by 47.5 percent. YOGA, like tai chi, in­ volves the movement of en­ ergy through the body and is holistic in its approach, promoting physical, emo­ tional, mental and spiritual health. The word comes from the Sanskrit, yuj, meaning to yoke or connect. The physical movements of yoga are no more nor less important than the breath­ ing, the concentration and the mental attitude. The ul­ timate goal is to establish contact with true nature of things. The person who learns some yoga routines to ease back pain or help with child birth is not necessarily deal­ ing with the all of the spiritu­ al or philosophical aspects of the discipline. That may not matter, say most yoga experts. What's important is how the exercises are performed, with full attention to what is hap­ pening in the body and in the mind. Even one pose a day, if done carefully, can be benefi­ cial in establishing that state of mind. Yoga poses, known as asa­ nas, are intended to bring about stability of mind and body; in so doing, they also stretch, strengthen and tone the muscles while reduc­ ing stress and the gain that sometimes accompanies it. There are many types of yoga, but the one most com­ monly practiced in the United All Types of Grading MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems- Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & Insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman Office* (828)963-4069 Cell • (828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-861 () �TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS Smith family donates easement to New River Committee West Jefferson - The Smith family has donated a 168-acre conservation ease­ ment to the- National Com­ mittee for the New River in Allegheny County, NC, protecting thousands of feet of viewshed along the New River. The property borders the North Carolina-Virgin­ ia state line; added to land protected in past years, the Smith family has now pro­ tected 326 acres and approx­ imately 2/3 of a mile along the New River near the New River State Park. "The family's legacy of land protection is a keystone to conservation of the New River in the region," accord­ ing to George Santucci, Exec­ utive Director of the Nation­ al Committee for the New River. "Their land is adja­ cent to other protected lands, forming a block of New River protection." The Smith fam­ ily properties lie immediate­ ly downstream from several hundred acres of NC State Park property in Allegheny County, and are across the river from several hundred acres of riverfront which is also protected by conserva­ tion easement. Taken as a block, the total acreage of protected lands in the Piney Creek, NC/Mouth of Wilson, VA area totals more than 1,500 acres, much of which is along the New River. Tom Smith of the family notes that property in the region is under intense development pressure, and "...riverfront property in this area is in im­ mediate danger from poorly conceived and poorly regu­ lated residential and com­ mercial. development." Conservation easements are one of the tools used by conservation organizations to protect important lands. Easements vary from prop­ erty-to-property, but are in general are legal agreements which perpetually restrict future development of the land. Land remains in pri­ vate ownership, and may be sold or passed on to heirs; development restrictions re­ main with the land. Several organizations and agencies are actively partici­ pating in protection of lands in the New River watershed sections of North Carolina and Virginia, including the National Committee for the New River, the NC State Park Service, the New Riv­ er Land Trust, the Virginia Department of Forestry, the Virginia Outdoors Founda­ tion, and the North Carolina Clean Water Management Trust Fund. The effort to protect land important to the health of the New River is a large-scale effort and a model regional partnership of public and private entities working together to protect a vital natural resource and a premiere recreation and tourism destination. Legislature session opens; our representatives report Rep. Cullie Tarleton State legislators headed back to Raleigh on Wednes­ day, January 24 for the start of the 2007 legislative ses­ sion, which is expected to last until mid-summer. I was one of 120 State Representa­ tives and 50 State Senators from across North Carolina who convened at noon. I am honored by the trust and support of my constituents who once again have given me the opportunity to serve my district and our state in the General Assembly. Ashe and Watagua Counties face some significant challenges, and I will work hard each, and every day to ensure that our children are educated, our families are healthy and safe, and our economic future is bright. As our first order of busi­ ness, House members elected Rep. Joe Hackney of Orange County as the new Speaker of the House. Hackney, who is beginning his 14th term in the House, replaces out­ going four-term Speaker Jim Black, D-Mecklenburg. He was elected speaker by a vote of 68 to 52, with all Republicans voting for Re­ publican Minority Leader Skip Stam, R-Wake. Rep. William Wainwright, D-Craven, was elected Speaker Pro Tempore. Rep. Hugh Holliman, D-Davidson, who was previously selected by the House Democratic Caucus, will serve as House Major­ ity Leader. Democrats now hold a 68-52 advantage over Republicans in the House, and a 31-19 advantage in the Senate. My top priorities this year will continue to be improv­ ing our children's education, making health care more af­ fordable and accessible for all North Carolinians, strength­ ening our economy and creating good paying jobs. Higher teacher pay, funding for Appalachian State Uni­ versity and money for roads and highways will also be a priority for me. Legislators will soon begin work on writing the state's two-year budget. In the com­ ing weeks and months, my colleagues and I will exam­ ine the growing needs of our state, which is now the 10th largest in the nation. We will determine which programs must receive state funding and which can be eliminated or slimmed down and made more efficient in order to save taxpayer money. Please remember that you can find additional informa­ tion on the General Assembly, such as introduced bills and live audio from each day's session, committee meetings or press conferences, at www. ncleg.net. As always, I hope you will continue to let me know how you feel about the issues that are being debated by legislators and the chal­ lenges you and your family are facing each day. Please feel free to contact me in Raleigh at: Phone: (919) 733-7727 Fax: (919) 733-2599 Mail: 1109 Legislative Building, Raleigh, NC 27601 Email: culliet@ncleg.net By working together, we can make Ashe and Watau­ ga counties and all regions of North Carolina a better place to live, work and raise a family. Ideas about privacy changing, poll finds Nine out of 10 Ameri­ cans believe the Internet has changed our expectations of privacy, according to a new poll conducted by Zogby In­ ternational on behalf of the Congressional Internet Cau­ cus Advisory Committee in advance of its annual policy conference in Washington. Ninety-one percent said they agreed with the state­ ment that our expectations of privacy have changed due to technologies and the Internet. Seven percent disagreed and two percent were not sure. But a vast chasm exists between what 18-24 year-olds believe is an invasion of priva­ cy and what other Americans consider to be an intrusion. For example: Only 35.6 percent of 18-24 year-olds consider someone posting a picture of them in a swimsuit to be an invasion of their privacy, compared to 65.5 percent of other respon­ dents. Only 19.6 percent of 18-24 year-olds consider their dat­ ing profile to be an invasion of their privacy, compared to 54.6 percent of other respon­ dents. "Whether health care, ecommerce or social network­ ing, privacy is at the forefront of every major policy debate," said Tim Lordan, executive director of the Congressional Internet Caucus Advisory Committee. "This survey rais­ es questions that could sig­ nificantly impact our policy­ making on privacy in years to come, assuming the MySpace generation maintains their privacy views as they age." The survey was released in advance of the Congressio­ nal Internet Caucus Advisory Committee annual State of the Net policy conference in Washington, DC on Jan. 31. For more information on the conference, go to netcaucus. org. The Zogby poll underscores how 18-24 year-olds view, and use, the Internet in ways that distinctly set them apart: 45.4 percent of 18-24 yearolds say they, or someone they know, has broken up with someone using email or a text message. That contrasts with just 7.6 percent of all the oth­ er age groups polled. Mark Zogby, pollster and CEO of Zogby International In good news for A1 Gore, nearly 32 percent of the younger age group believes the former Vice President deserves credit for inventing the Internet, toppling one of the original founders of the Internet — Vint Cerf. That compares with just 9.8 per­ cent of other age groups. Gore received criticism in the 2000 election for what was viewed as too much credit taking for his role in the Internet's de­ velopment. The Zogby survey suggests that many 18-24 year-olds remember the con­ troversy in a way that works to the Vice President's favor. While the overwhelming majority of Americans believe our expectations of privacy have changed, they remain cautious about when a young­ er person should be allowed to use the Internet. Over 75 percent of those polled said a child should wait until they are 13 or older before getting email access (and 40.7 per­ cent of them said the person should be at least over the age of 16 or wait until an adult). In addition, a whopping 65.6 percent said access to social networking sites should be restricted until the age of 16 or adulthood. Remarkably, 18-24 year-olds tended to be more cautious than their old­ er counterparts in this regard. Across the board, from email to social networking, children should wait much longer to use the Internet according to 18-24 year olds. And the Internet is still not viewed as the best place to meet someone. When asked if they had a 20-year-old daugh­ ter what would they least want their daughter to bring home as a boyfriend, respon­ dents said they would least want it to be a guy she met on the Internet - even over someone she met at a bar or at a Star Trek convention. Of those polled, 31.9 percent con­ sidered the Internet boyfriend to be the worst, followed by a guy she met in a bar (22.3 per­ cent) and then a Trekkie (16.1 percent). Other findings from the poll include: Americans are split wheth­ er the Internet will cause profound change in China, or whether China will change the Internet. Forty-three per­ cent said they believe that China will inevitably open up as citizens gain more access to information despite the government's efforts to limit it. But 40.4 percent said it.will be China that forces changes to the Internet that limit the flow of information. Asian Americans polled exhibited skepticism in that only 27.5 percent believed the Internet would change China. One in four 18-24 years olds admitted that they missed a deadline on an important proj­ ect because they chose to surf the Internet instead. Only 7.8 percent of other respondents fessed up to doing that. When faced with having to give up television, radio or the Internet, 18-24 yearolds opted to hold on to their Internet at all costs. This de­ mographic decided to jettison the TV first, followed by the radio. While the Internet was spared by 18-24 year-olds, it was the first choice to be tossed by all other older re­ spondents, who'd rather keep their television and radio over the Internet. Most Americans don't - or won't fess up to - using the Internet to check up or snoop on co-workers or a potential boyfriend or girlfriend. Only 5.9 percent said they have used the Internet to find a co-worker and only 5 percent said they have used it to in­ vestigate a prospective mate. The Zogby poll surveyed 1,200 adults and was con­ ducted from 1/24-1/26. It has a margin of error of 2.9 percent. Conference sponsor 463 Com­ munications helped conceive and develop the survey. Sen. Steve Goss Raleigh - Moving North Carolina forward by improv­ ing education and healthcare, cracking down on crime, and finding ways to make govern­ ment run more effectively will be top priorities for the 2007 legislative session, Sen. Steve Goss said Jan. 21. Goss, D-Watauga, was sworn in Wednesday for his first term in the State Sen­ ate as the 2007-2008 Gen­ eral Assembly convened. He represents Alexander, Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes coun­ ties. "Improving education must continue to be our top prior­ ity - that is the best way to give our children the chance to succeed, and the best way to help us compete for jobs in this global economy," Purcell said. "We have made so much progress in education and in other important areas, but there is still so much more work to do." Goss said legislators' top issues will include: • Relieving counties from their share of Medicaid costs; • Raising teacher pay toward the national average and creating safe learning environments with modern technology and equipment so students can learn the skills they need; • Finding ways to make health insurance more available, especially for small businesses that are strug­ gling to provide health cover­ age to their workers; • Toughening criminal penalties for sex offenders and those who use the Inter­ net to prey on children; • Promoting biofuels and alternative energy sources as a way to clean up the environment and reduce dependency on foreign oil; • Improving the econ­ omy by focusing on targeted job-creation tools and by keeping taxes low; and • Ensuring that North Carolina continues to be one of the nation's most fiscally responsible states by continu­ ing to look for budget savings and ways to make govern­ ment work more efficiently and effectively. "We have a big job ahead of us this year, but I know that we can build on the progress we've made," Goss said. "I feel confident that by working to­ gether we can get things done for the people of our commu­ nity and our state." A student from Appa­ lachian State University, Anna Eschbach, performed the national anthem to open the legislative session in the Senate Chambers. Anna is a Lyric soprano in her junior year at Appalachian State University, studying voice with Dr. Joseph Amaya. She is a member of The Univer­ sity Singers, the soprano sec­ tion leader of the choir of St. Mary's of the Hills Episcopal Church in Blowing Rock, and has appeared as guest sopra­ no soloist with ASU'S Appa­ lachian Chorale. "Anna is a fine example of the wonderful talent that can be found in every part of the mountains," said Goss. "I am very proud of her perfor­ mance, as she started the leg­ islative session off on a very high note." 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It may happen when they are laying in the gutter of a street. Or sitting in jail. Or in a hospital emergency room. But finally they real­ ize something everyone else knew: they have a problem. That is what the United States has to real­ ize in the wake of the release of the report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change on Friday. The United Nations panel, composed of scientists from 113 nations, reached a grim conclusion: the planet is warming, this is caus­ ing serious problems and humans play a major role in the phenomenon. The worst news: even if we change now, the impact of the Oil Age will linger for centuries. We are braced for an influx of agitated columns, letters and articles written by those clinging frantically to fossil fuels, trying to con­ vince us there is no such thing as global warming. That it is all a conspiracy to destroy that sacred cow "The American Way of Life." Ever try to take a bottle of liquor out of the hands of a confirmed drunk? That is about where these folks are. They are in an ugly state called denial. • There is no question that fossil fuels are contribut­ ing to global warming. That is the conclusion of these and many other scientists. The Bush Administration is gradually having to confess that they have, once again, been lying to us about the issue. Evangelicals are unit­ ing to address the issue— freeing themselves from this denial—and many conserva­ tives are joining them. Getting off our oil addic­ tion can only benefit the United States—and the rest of the world. So even if—and there appears little or no chance this is the case— there is nothing to global warming, our nation will be stronger, safer and cleaner if we are less dependent on oil. It is a win-win situation, and a wonderful time for innovators and inventors. Our nation and state must move forward to protect the future for our descendents on every continent, as well as the whole of nature. We are fortunate to have such intelligent and informed representatives in Raleigh at this critical moment, and we also hope our members of Congress will wake and smell the planet cooking. Just like drunks, the lon­ ger we wait, the greater the damage and the greater the pain. It is time to look beyond the Oil Age to humanity's next source of 'ftyek We have' come from caves and tiny wood fires; we will go for­ ward. Post Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott On wind energy To the Editor: Wind power has been around for hundreds of years, but for the past three de­ cades, our government and others have spent billions trying to improve this age-old technology. The results have been disappointing, however, as the inherent problems that keep wind from becoming a real contender in the global energy market continue to persist. Yes, the industry has figured out they can gener­ ate electricity from wind, but they haven't figured out how to dispatch it, which is the only way it can be truly com­ patible with modern society's needs, and the only way it could ever have any positive impact on our escalating en­ vironmental dilemmas. Even if we blanket the earth in tur­ bines, they can't provide the kind of energy that most of the world relies on. It's an envi­ ronmental and economic folly, and it's dangerous because it will divert our attention away from finding real solutions to very real problems. The promise of industrial wind is based on theory and propaganda while real life ex­ perience demonstrates it's ac­ tual lack of effectiveness, es­ pecially with respect to global warming, which the industry touts as being the most im­ portant reason we should support it. But in countries where wind is supposed to be a success story, a close look reveals that pollution levels have not been measurably GLOBAL. WARNING Letters to the Editor affected and dependable elec­ tricity is still provided by tra­ ditional, dependable sources, regardless of the number of wind turbines. Worse, it's causing consumer costs to skyrocket and it's creatiftg a whole new kind of pollution in it's own right. Even if commercial wind was viable, the ominous size of the machines and the in­ sensitive siting practices of developers are having tragic repercussions. Locally, wind has the potential to destroy treasured landscapes, damage fragile eco-systems, endanger wildlife, and steal the natural Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 RALEIGH - Here we go the mostagain. damaged institu­ It's not been a year since tion is the emergence of the nowD u k e infamous Duke University itself. A lacrosse case, when a woman large seg­ alleged that a group of players ment of at a party sexually assaulted the facul­ her in a bathroom. Because ty didn't the woman was black, a strip­ just jump per, a N.C. Central University the gun. student, and of modest means, while the players were rich T h e y white kids, the story imme­ turned diately went national. Other their ideological blunder­ women reported rapes that busses on the supposed link month. Other women were between the supposed crime reportedly raped in Durham and a host of social ills, car­ last year. But because of ing little who took collateral race, sex, and class, the al­ damage. The process appears to legations at Duke attracted disproportionate attention. be repeating itself just down And activists, media com­ 1-40 in Greensboro, where mentators, and others imme­ five Guilford College football diately jumped to the conclu­ players now face charges of sion that the allegations were having beaten up three Pales­ well founded, despite the fact tinian students, one visiting that they had little evidence from N.C. State. Caution? Pa­ to work with in the public do­ tience? A due regard for the main (as it turned out, there reputation of those innocent was scant and contradictory until proven guilty? evidence in private, too). Nah. The point is, while some There have been demon­ urged caution and patience, strations, meetings, candle­ there was undisputedly a light vigils. Activists are de­ rush to judgment on the sex­ manding immediate action. ual-assault allegations - a The professional meta-meanrush to judgment that has se­ ing mavens are swooping in, riously damaged the credibil­ ascribing all sorts of signifi­ ity of prominent news outlets, cance to what yet remain only commentators, allegations. Consider this ex­ columnists, and legal "experts." Perhaps ample from the Christian Sci­ ence Monitor: National hate-crime ex­ perts contend the fact that such an alleged attack could take place at a school like Guilford - voted by News­ week as the "hottest for social conscience" in 2006 - is a re­ flection of how deeply distrust of Islam now permeates the United States. For data, they point to polls, such as one done by CBS last April. It found that 45 percent of Americans now have a negative view of Islam - more than 9 percent­ age points higher than in the tense months following the 9/11 attacks. And a Washing­ ton Post poll found that the number of Americans who believe Islam stokes violence has more than doubled - from 14 percent in January 2002 to 33 percent in March 2006. "What we have here is a climate where Islamaphobia is not only considered mainstream, it's considered patriotic by some, and that's something that makes these kinds of attacks even more despicable," says Brian Levin, director of the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism at the University of Califor­ nia at San Bernadino. For Pete's sake, we can't yet know what happened at Guilford College. The Greens­ boro police finally inter­ viewed the Palestinian stu­ Contact your representatives Senate Washington Raleigh Governor Sen. Elizabeth Dole 120 Russell Senate Office Building Gov. Michael F. Easley Washington, DC 20510 Office of the Governor (202) 224-6342 20301 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 217 Russell Senate Office Building 1-800-662-7952 Senate Washington, DC, NC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3154 Sen. Steve Goss 1118 Legislative Building House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919)733-5742 House of Representatives 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 All content copyright 2007 byjefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. surroundings and quality of life of human beings who hap­ pen to live in targeted areas and who's traditional protec­ tions are being sidelined in the pursuit of 'green' energy. The impacts created by wind turbines that are located di­ rectly in rural communities and close to homes cannot be mitigated. Developers are asking that they be allowed in regardless, and they're bas­ ing their worthiness on the results of sponsored research that concludes they are envi­ ronmentally beneficial while peer-reviewed scientific stud­ ies are increasingly coming to opposite conclusions. In a quest for power, in­ dustrial wind development is threatening many of our fundamental American val­ ues, and proponents expect us to be willing to compro­ mise those values for a sub­ standard product and an industry of increasingly du­ bious merit. Advocates who seriously believe in wind's potential should be focusing on ways to overcome it's nu­ merous drawbacks. But ap­ parently it's much easier to simply dismiss the concerns of opponents and label them as NIMBVs rather than ad­ vancing an agenda that pro­ motes a truly environmen­ tally sound and economically viable wind power program, if such a thing is even possible. Sue Sliwinski National Wind Watch www.wind-watch.org Rowe, Mass. Jumping the gun on campus—again Sen. Richard Burr Mailroom Department PAGE 4 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007 phone: 202-225-2071 Rep. Cullie Tarleton 1109 Legislative Building Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 dents after a couple of missed appointments, and decided not to'pursue further charges (the previous charges were filed directly by a magistrate, at the instigation of the al­ leged victims). Parents of the football players are telling a different story to the media (sound familiar?) Is it too much to ask that people sit down, shut up, and wait for real information to come out? Perhaps it is if your job is to look for Klan rallies in every frat-house basement, but the rest of us presumably have better things to do. The facts will emerge. Burning candles and hoisting banners won't change them or speed their collection. And in the meantime, it's worth keeping in mind that hundreds of North Carolin­ ians, young and old, black and brown and white, male and female, living in nice houses and tiny apartments, have re­ ported serious crimes to the police since the Guilford Col­ lege allegations. A few have been murdered. Some may have been raped or robbed at gunpoint. Where is their can­ dlelight vigil? Where is their political champion? John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Wind continued from front page ous period of 6 months, the County will notify the land­ owner by registered mail and provide 45 days for a written response. In such a response, the landowner shall set forth reasons for the operational difficulty and provide a rea­ sonable timetable for cor­ rective action. If the County deems the timetable for cor­ rective action as unreason­ able, the County shall notify the landowner and such land­ owner shall remove the tur­ bine with 120 days of receipt of said notice. Section 5 Large Wind Energy Systems Large wind energy systems shall be a use permitted by review subject to the require­ ments of this Section 5 as well as Section 4, except that the height limits in 4.1 may be increased if recommended as necessary by the Planning Board and subsequently ap­ proved by the Board of Com­ missioners. 5.1. Permit Application: A person seeking a site permit for a wind turbine over 20 KW shall file an application with the County Planning Board for review as follows. An applicant for a site per­ mit must provide the follow­ ing background information regarding the applicant: (1) A letter of transmittal signed by an authorized rep­ resentative or agent of the applicant. (2) The complete name, ad­ dress, telephone number, and e-mail address of the appli­ cant and any authorized rep­ resentative. (3) The signature of the person who prepared the ap­ plication, if prepared by an agent or consultant of the ap­ plicant. (4) The role of the permit applicant in the construction and operation of the wind power project. (5) The identity of any oth­ er wind power project located in the State in which the ap­ plicant, or a principal of the applicant, has an ownership or other financial interest; the operator of the wind pow­ er project if different from Development continued from front page McGinnis said if the al­ dermen approve the rezoning, he expects a request for annexation and zoning of the rest of the site in order to obtain municipal water and sewer service. The town can zone the property on a condi­ tional use permit to ensure the development is of the type wanted by the town. Several people at the pub­ lic hearing said they wanted to know more about the proj­ ect and felt that not everyone was informed. Mayor Dale Baldwin said the issue would go back to the town's plan­ ning board for a recommen­ dation and that the public is invited to attend any meet­ ing of the planning board. Alderman Calvin Green asked if the property owners near the proposed subdivi­ sion were notified, and Levi said adjoining property own­ ers had been notified about the public hearing and would also be informed of the plan­ ning board meeting when­ ever it could be scheduled. He hoped the planning board meeting could be scheduled for this Thursday, Feb. 8, and he would put a notice on the door of town hall. The usual procedure for such a proposal to the town (rezoning, annexation, etc.) is that a request comes to the aldermen who then send it to the planning board for study, then schedule a public hear­ ing, and send the request along with citizen input back to the planning board for a recommendation to the al­ dermen. McGinnis said he would like to streamline this pro­ cedure. Currently it involves at least two meetings of each board, he said. A request could be sent directly to the planning board for study and a recommendation to the aldermen who would then schedule a public hearing, and based on citizen input either approve or deny the request at that meeting or the next. This would entail one meeting of the planning board and either one or two meetings of the board of al­ dermen, McGinnis said, sav­ ing time for both boards and those making the requests. In response to concerns by neighbors about the influx of people and vehicles due to the proposed subdivision, Little said many of the hom­ eowners would probably be part-time residents. Neigh­ bors feared a tremendous increase in noise and traffic from 192 to 288 additional vehicles should there be 96 homes with two to three ve­ hicles each. the applicant; and the name of the person or persons to be the permittee if a site permit is issued. (a) The applicant shall state in the application whether a certificate of public convenience and necessity for the system is required from the North Carolina Utilities Commission and, if so, the anticipated schedule for ob­ taining the certificate. The County may ask the Utilities Commission to determine whether a certificate of pub­ lic convenience and necessity is required for a particular wind power project for which the County has received a site permit application. The County shall not approve a project requiring a certificate unless and until such certifi­ cate is issued by the Utilities Commission. If a certificate is not required from the Utili­ ties Commission, the permit applicant shall include with the application a discussion of what the applicant intends to do with the power that is generated. (b) The applicant shall de­ scribe in the application how the proposed wind power project furthers State policy to site such projects in an orderly manner compatible with environmental preser­ vation, sustainable develop­ ment, and the efficient use of resources. (c) The permit applicant shall include the following information about the site proposed for the wind power project and any associated fa­ cilities: (1) The surveyed boundar­ ies of the site proposed for the wind power project. (2) The location of other wind turbines in the general area of the proposed wind power project. (3) The applicant's land rights within the boundaries of the proposed site. (d) The permit applicant shall provide the following information regarding the design of the proposed wind power project: (1) A project layout, pre­ pared by a design profession­ al, including a map showing the proposed location of\the turbine(s). Greenfield Restaurant Cole Open Valentine's Day 11am - 8pm continued from front page School of Social Work, and staff psychotherapist with the Merit Behavioral Care Cor­ poration. From 1988 to 1995, he served as substance abuse counselor for the CharlotteMecklenburg School System, and he currently offers fulltime private practice special­ izing in child, adolescent, and family therapy, substance abuse, men's issues, critical incident stress debriefing, and domestic violence, and is a recognized network provid­ er with most managed care companies as well as Medi­ care and Medicaid. With offices in Boone, Jef­ ferson, North Wilkesboro and Sparta, Cole travels between counties meeting with clients. In Jefferson, he rents space at Crossroads Counseling Ser­ vices. As part of the "100 Man Campaign" to help men in the community fight depression, Cole is hoping to start a sup­ port group. He belonged to two such groups while living in Charlotte and both were important methods of shar­ ing. "Expressing emotions is a learned condition," Cole said. "Poets and artists show that men can learn to express their emotions. Some men be­ lieve that sharing their feel­ ings is less than masculine and that's a part of the sex­ ism in our culture." For the past 10 years, Cole has been more involved in the larger issues of his work with men, and he hopes to contrib­ ute that experience to Ashe County's efforts to reduce depression and prevent sui­ cides, especially among men who tend to use lethal meth­ ods to solve their problems leaving no chance for help. Support groups and weekend retreats offer men an oppor- (2) A description of the turbine!s) and tower!s) and other equipment proposed to be used in the wind power project, including the name of the manufacturers of the equipment. (3) A description of the project electrical system, in­ cluding transformers at both low voltage and medium volt­ age. (4) A description and loca­ tion of associated facilities. (e) An applicant for a site permit shall include with the application an analysis of the potential impacts of the wind power project, proposed mitigative measures, and any ad­ verse environmental effects that cannot be avoided, in the following areas: (1) Demographics, includ­ ing people, homes, and busi­ nesses. (2) Noise. (3) Visual impacts. (4) Public services and in­ frastructure (5) Cultural and archaeo­ logical impacts. (6) Recreational resources. (7) Public health and safe­ ty, including air traffic, elec­ tromagnetic fields, and secu­ rity and traffic. (8) Hazardous materials. (9) Land-based economics, including agriculture, forest­ ry, and mining. (10) Tourism and commu­ nity benefits. (11) Topography. (12) Soils. (13) Geologic and ground­ water resources. (14) Surface water and floodplain resources. (15) Wetlands. (16) Vegetation. (17) Avian, impact assess­ ment that includes an indica­ tion of the type and number of birds that are known or suspected to use a project site and the area surrounding that site. (18) Wildlife (19) Rare and unique natu­ ral resources. (f) The permit applicant shall describe all of the fol­ lowing: (1) The manner in which the wind power project, in­ cluding associated facilities, will be constructed. tunity to share their concerns and talk openly and honestly about what it means to be a man in today's society. "I believe it is important for us to be connected socially, emotionally and spiritually," Cole said. "Although I respect that religion works for some folks, I like the way Alcoholics Anonymous refers to 'a Power greater than ourselves.' That opens up infinite possibilities for understanding and heal­ ing." To contact Phillip L. Cole, LCSW, LCAS, SAP, Psycho­ therapy/Consultation, call 1-828-406-0590 or email pcole15@yahoo.com. Special Menu for Valentines Day Come dine in a Qomantic Atmosphere Reservations are recommended Walk-in seating also available (2) How the wind power project will be operated and maintained after construc­ tion, including a maintenance schedule. (3) The anticipated sched­ ule for completion of the wind power project, and shall iden­ tify the expected date of com­ mercial operation. (4) The energy expected to be generated by the wind power project. (g) The permit applicant shall include the following in­ formation regarding decom­ missioning of the wind power project and restoring the site: (1) The anticipated life of the wind power project. (2) The estimated decom­ missioning costs in current dollars. (3) The method and sched­ ule for updating the costs of decommissioning and resto­ ration. (4) The method of ensuring that funds will be available for decommissioning and res­ toration. (5) The anticipated manner in which the wind power proj­ ect will be decommissioned and the site restored. (h) The permit applicant shall include in the applica­ tion a list of all known fed­ eral, state, and local agencies or authorities, and titles of the permits they issue that are required for the proposed wind power project. (i) Blue Ridge Parkway: If a proposed wind energy site is within the Blue Ridge Parkway viewshed the ap­ plicant shall inform the Na­ tional Park Service of the proposed wind turbine sit­ ting. Park Service recom­ mendations shall be given reasonable consideration and documentation of this con­ sideration shall be provided to the County. The Park Ser­ vice shall be afforded 30 days to respond to the applicant's written intention to erect a wind turbine. No answer to the notification within the 30 days shall be considered as an affirmation of the site as proposed. Viewshed shall be determined by the County us­ ing maps and documents pre­ pared for that purpose by the Design Research Laboratory at NC State University and the Blue Ridge Parkway Di­ vision of Resource Planning and Professional Services. 5.2. Hearing Required: Prior to granting or deny­ ing a permit for a large wind energy system, the Planning Board shall conduct a public hearing. The purpose of the hearing shall be to receive comments and information pertinent to the issues listed in this section. Comments and informa­ tion not pertinent shall not be considered. Following the hearing, the Planning Board shall render a decision on the application based upon the following con­ siderations: 1. Completeness of the ap­ plication; 2. Compliance with appli­ cable State and Federal regu­ lations; 3. Compliance with all ap­ plicable development stan­ dards specified in this ordi­ nance; 4. Compliance with other applicable County regula­ tions; 5. The proposed large wind energy system is a de­ sirable and/or necessary use, particularly considering the standards included in this or­ dinance; 6. The proposed large wind energy system is properly re­ lated to other uses and trans­ portation and other public facilities in the vicinity; 7. The proposed large wind energy system would not ad­ versely affect the health or safety of persons living or working in the vicinity, or be detrimental to the public wel­ fare. 5.3 Setbacks: The location of a large wind energy system shall not be within 1,000 feet, in any direction, of a residen­ tial dwelling unit or commer­ cial building. The location of a large wind energy system shall not be within 1,320 feet of any school, daycare, hos­ pital or nursing home facil­ ity. These large wind energy systems shall also be subject to the requirements of the Mountain Ridge Protection Act. 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Dr. Hank Clay Jr. Mon. - Fri. 8AM to 5PM 982-2158 i i i 1 i i i i i i �PAGE T> TUESDAY , FEBRUARY 6, .5007 por iM E-mail us: Mgraybeal@JeffersonPost.com Friday - February 2 JV/Varsity Basketball HOME vs North Wilkes •Senior Night for the Ashe County Huskies basketball teams and cheerleading squad* Saturday - February 3 Freshmen Boys Basketball Away at Johnson County, TN 11:00 a.m. This week in Husky sports Lady Huskies lose first place game by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The varsity Lady Huskies headed into their conference match-up with North Surry on Friday night with a nothing-to-lose mentality. The Huskies were seeded in second place prior to the game and a victory would force a tie between the Greyhounds and the Huskies, but a loss to the Greyhounds would place the Huskies in second place. The Huskies gave the Greyhounds a tough battle, but the Greyhounds pulled away from the Huskies during the game and claimed a 54-48 victory for possession of first place in the conference. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kim McNeil goes up for two points during the Lady Huskies game on Friday night. The action opened up with the Huskies jumping out to a quick 8-0 lead in the first four minutes of the game. However, the Greyhounds rebounded from their sluggish start and concluded the final four minutes of the quarter with an 11-3 run to conclude the first quarter with the teams dead locked at 11-11. The second quarter of action allowed the Greyhounds to gain a lead when they continued their momentum from the first quarter to allow them to score the first four points of the quarter. The Huskies responded and scored six unanswered points to take the score to 17-15. The Greyhounds weredetermined to not be defeated on their home court and mounted a 10-0 scoring run to pin the Huskies with a 17-25 deficit. The Huskies were able to cut the Greyhounds lead to only six points prior to the conclusion of the first half when Kim McNeil was able to drive to the basket and laid the ball in the hoop for two points as the final seconds of the half ticked off the clock. Kim's basket cut the Greyhounds lead to 19-25 at the halftime intermission of the game. The third quarter started out with the Huskies cutting into the lead with Shelly Barker scoring two baskets for the Huskies compared to the Greyhounds single basket and narrowed the Greyhounds' lead to four points. However, the Greyhounds were able to increase their lead to six points at the four-minute mark of the quarter, with the score in favor of North Surry, 29-23. Shelly was able to score again for the Huskies to cut the lead to four points, but the Greyhounds were also able to score again. In the final three minutes of the quarter, the Greyhounds increased their lead to ten points, despite a basket by Kelly Hudler. At the conclusion of the third quarter, the Huskies were trailing the Greyhounds by a score of 37-27. The Huskies headed into the final eight minutes of the game with a monstrous task, to overcome the Greyhounds' ten-point lead on the Greyhounds' territory. The quarter opened uj^with the Huskies immediately chipping away at the Greyhounds lead when Kelly Hudler converted one of two free throws just one minute into the quarter. Kelly left her mark on the Greyhounds again on the Huskies next possession when she drove to the basket and scored two points to cut the Greyhounds' lead to seven points, 3037. Unfortunately for the Huskies, the Greyhounds were able to score on their next possession to increase their lead to nine points. Kassee Roberts answered for the Huskies with a jump shot from just inside the threepoint arch, and following a defensive stop, Kassee scored again for the Huskies to cut the Greyhounds' lead to five points with five minutes remaining in the game. With the Ashe County See Lady Huskies, page 7 Varsity Men come up short against North Surry by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The varsity men headed into Friday night's contest with North Surry with a conference record of 4-§ and in desperate need of an upset against the first seeded Greyhounds. North Surry was able to pull away from the Huskies during the second half to claim the 7359 victory. The game opened up with North Surry striking first with a three pointer just seconds into the game, but the Huskies responded back with a three pointer by Ethan Goodman to tie the score. The two teams traded baskets over the following four possessions and the score was tied at 7-7 with five minutes remaining in the first quarter. Tommy Spagnolo then took control of the game and scored six unanswered points for the Huskies to give the Huskies a 13-7 lead. North Surry had difficulty recovering from the deficit in the first quarter and with additional Husky baskets from Ethan Goodman and Ryan Moser; the Huskies possessed a 2114 lead at the end of the first quarter. The second quarter initiated with each team scoring six points in the first two minutes to take the score to 27-20, but North Surry was able to score on two consecutive trips and did not allow the Huskies any points. Following four unanswered points by the Greyhounds, Tommy Spagnolo broke the Huskies drought with a basket at the four-minute mark and took the score to 29-24. The Greyhounds were able to hold the Huskies scoreless for the majority of the remaining time while they scored seven points. Ethan Goodman broke the Greyhounds run with eight seconds remaining in the half when he swished a three pointer to give the Huskies the lead at halftime, 32-31. Duringthe halftime break, the Greyhounds were able to Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaleb Davis splits the Greyhound defenders and drives to the basket for two points. make some adjustments and started the third quarter by scoring on their opening possession. The Huskies responded with another basket by Ethan Goodman. The Greyhounds and Huskies again traded baskets on their next possession, but the Greyhounds intensity on defense increased and the Huskies entered into a two-minute scoreless streak. During these two-minutes, the Greyhounds were able to score six pore points, but Parker Johnson ended the streak for the Huskies and cut the Greyhounds lead to three points. Following another basket by the Greyhounds, a three pointer by Coleman Payne cut the Greyhounds lead to only two points. The Greyhounds then exploded on offense and scored nine points in the final two minutes of the quarter compared to the Huskies two points to claim a nine-point lead at the conclusion of the third quarter, 54-45. When the fourth quarter started, the Huskies had difficultly cutting into the Greyhounds lead. The Huskies werfe able to score on their first possession, but the Greyhounds answered with another basket on their following possession. North Surry cwas also able to stop the Huskies on their next possession, while they managed to score two more points to take their lead to nine points. Parker Johnson ended the Greyhounds run with a basket and cut the Greyhounds' lead to nine points with five minutes remaining in the quarter. The Huskies were only able to score two points over See Varsity Men, page 7 Photo by Michael Graybeal Ethan Goodman goes up against the North Surry defender and scores two points during the Huskies loss on Friday. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kelly Hudler (Left) grabs the offensive rebound and looks for an open team mate while Lindsey Hagel (#32) looks for the pass in the lane at the Lady Huskies game on Friday night. Photo by Michael Graybeal Jaren Holman takes the bail up strong in a recent JV Boys victory. JV Boys in first place by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Men's JV Huskies have advanced to an astonishing 10-1 record in conference play and 18-2 for the season. The Huskies were able to defeat the West Wilkes Blackhawks, 52-45 in non-conference play on January 17. The Huskies also won six conference games, which started by defeating Forbush 56-37. The Huskies then defeated Wilkes Central 42-37, Surry Central 59-25, Starmount 59-32, and they defeated North Surry on Friday night by a score of 4234. The Huskies traveled to Miller's Creek on January 17 to face the West Wilkes Blackhawks for the second time this season and the Huskies were able to escape with a seven-point victory, 5245. The Huskies had difficulty finding their footing at the beginning of the game and struggled to gain an advantage. As the first seven minutes of action were winding down, the Huskies were able to score a basket at the end of the first quarter and the Huskies were narrowly beating the Blackhawks by a score of 13-12. The teams started the second quarter in a close resemblance of the first quarter. The Huskies were able to outscore the Blackhawks by one-point again for the quarter, and at halftime, the Huskies claimed a two-point lead, 23-21. The Blackhawks exited the halftime intermission and deleted the Huskies' lead in the third quarter. The Huskies were outscored in the third quarter 11-8 as both teams struggled to find points on the offensive portion of the game. By the Blackhawks outscoring the Huskies, the teams headed into the fourth quarter with the Blackhawks claiming a 32-31 lead. The Huskies responded to the pressure of trailing the Blackhawks by outscoring them 21-13 in the fourth quarter to claim the victory. The Huskies were able to claim the 52-45 victory over the Blackhawks. The Huskies' scoring consisted of eight players and Richie Absher and Ben Warner led the way with 12 points each and Tavin Holman also scored in double-digits with 11 points. Tucker Clay and Sam Price each added five points, Dustin Hamm added three points, and Cory Roten rounded out the Huskies scoring with two points. The Huskies returned to conference play on the following Friday evening when they hosted the Forbush Falcons. The Huskies claimed their sixth conference win with the 56-37 victory over the Falcons. The game started out with the Huskies displaying an explosive performance on the offensive and defensive portion of the game. At the conclusion of the first quarter, the Huskies had limited the Falcons to only four points while they scored a total of 15 points. The second quarter SeeJV Bays, page 7 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS JV Boys continued from page 6 showed more domination by the Huskies and the Huskies were able to increase their lead to 19 points at halftime, 29-10. In the third quarter, the Falcons were able to find a hole in the Huskies defense and scored 15 points in the quarter. Despite the Falcons increase in offensive productivity, the Huskies also scored 15 points and led at the conclusion of the quarter 44-25. The fourth quarter was a repeat of the third quarter as each team scored 12 points. Unfortunately for the Falcons, the game ended with the Huskies in control of the game when they claimed their sixth conference victory by a score of 56-37. Dustin Hamm led the scoring with 10 points and Sam Price and Tavin Holman each added nine points. Tucker Clay followed with eight points. Ben Warner and Richie Absher each scored five points, while Grayson Wells and Cory Roten added three points each, and Jordan Nichols rounded out the Huskies scoring with two points. The JV Boys next game featured the Huskies traveling to Wilkes Central to face the Eagles. The Huskies were able to defeat the Eagles despite an early deficit by a final score of 42-37. The game opened up with the Huskies having difficulty time scoring points in the first quarter and the Huskies quickly found themselves trailing the Eagles. The first quarter of play ended with the Huskies losing to the Eagles by 12 points with the score 16-4. The second quarter was a different story for the Huskies as they were able to score 11 points over the seven-minute span. During the Huskies 11-point quarter, the Eagles were only able to score seven points. The Huskies were able to trim the Eagles 12point lead to only eight points at halftime, with the score 2315. During the third quarter, the Huskies continued to cut into the Eagles lead. The Huskies scored another twelve points during the quarter and held the Eagles to only six points. Due to the Huskies doubling the Eagles scoring, the Huskies were able to cut the Eagles lead to a mere two points heading into the fourth quarter. The final seven minutes of action was a show of a welldisciplined and fine-coached Huskies team as they were able to gain the lead and secure it till the conclusion of the game. The Huskies scored 15 points during the comeback quarter and held the Eagles to only eight points. The Huskies were able to convert key plays down the stretch and left "The Nest" with a 4237 victory. During the Huskies tough conference win, the Huskies did not post a single player with double-digit scoring, but did place five players with more than six points. Tavin Holman led the evenly spread scoring with nine points and Ben Warner and Dustin Hamm each scored eight points. Grayson Wells added seven points, Richie Absher added six points, while Sam Price rounded out the Huskies scoring with four points. The victory over the Eagles gave the Huskies their fifteenth win for the season and an impressive conference record of 7-1. The Huskies next game provided the team with an opportunity to avenge their only conference loss this year. When the Huskies traveled to Surry Central, the team was able to defeat the Golden Eagles by a final score of 5925 and avenged their only conference loss this season. The Huskies jumped out to an early start in the game and nearly tripled the Golden Eagles score in the first quarter. The first seven minutes of action concluded with the Huskies leading Surry Central 11-4. The second quarter allowed the Huskies to increase their lead by holding the Golden Eagles to only six points in the quarter. While Surry Central struggled to score, the Huskies were able to increase their score by 17 points and were in control of the game at halftime, 28-10. The third and fourth quarter performance by the Huskies was a copy of the first half. The Huskies were able to increase their lead to 41-17 at the end of the third quarter and'cruised to a 5925 win in the fourth quarter. The Huskies score book listen ten players as scoring and Richie Absher led the way with 16 points. Tavin Holman added eight points, Cory Roten and Tucker Clay each scored seven points, Jordan Nichols added six points, Grayson Wells added five points, Jaren Holman and Ben Warner added three points each, Brandon Lucas was able to score two points, and Sam Price rounded out the Huskies scoring with one point. The victory over Surry Central placed the Huskies in first place in conference standings and if the Huskies could win out the remainder of the conference schedule, the Huskies would be named Conference Champions. With three conference games remaining, the Huskies had to defeat Starmount, North Surry, and North Wilkes. The Huskies first game of the final stretch of the season featured the Starmount Rams coming into "Husky Country." The Huskies were able get one step closer to the championship when they ' defeated the Starmount Rams by a final score of 59-32. The Huskies started the game with an explosive first quarter when they held the Rams to only six points while they scored 11 points. In the second quarter, the Huskies again held the Rams to single digits and only permitted the Rams to score five points while the Huskies increased their score by 12 points. At halftime, the Huskies proved to be in command of the game, and Ashe County was leading Starmount 28-11. The third and fourth quarters allowed the Huskies to seal the victory and advance to 9-1 in conference play. The Huskies permitted the first double-digit quarter by the Rams in the third quarter when they scored 10 points. The Huskies lead was not in jeopardy though since the Huskies scored 13 points for themselves and headed into the fourth quarter with a remarkable 41-23 lead. The fourth quarter finalized the contest when the Huskies scored an impressive 18 points. Ashe County only allowed Starmount to score nine points to end the game with the Huskies winning by a score of 59-32. The Huskies again had ten players to score with Tavin Holman leading the way with 17 points. Jaren Holman, Grayson Wells, and Tucker Clay each added seven points, Jordan Nichols and Dustin Hamm added five points each, Sam Price added three points, while Cory Roten, Richie Absher, and Ben Warner each scored two points. The Huskies improved their season record to a near perfect, 17-2, and posted a 9-1 conference record. The Huskies next-to-last conference game featured the Huskies traveling to North Surry to face the Greyhounds. The Huskies were able to gain a lead in the first half and maintained it till the conclusion of the game and claimed the 42-34 victory. The game opened up with the Huskies doubling the Greyhounds score in the first period and concluded the first quarter with a 9-4 lead. In the second period, the Huskies again outscored the Greyhounds and the teams headed into the locker rooms with the Huskies winning 1810. The third quarter was a closer match-up with the Huskies narrowly outscoring the Greyhounds 15-10 in the quarter. The teams headed into the final quarter with the Huskies winning 33-20. With only seven minutes remaining to be played, the Huskies posted a 33-23 lead. The Huskies were able to limit the Greyhounds to only 11 points in the fourth quarter to allow the victory over the North Surry Greyhounds by a final score of 42-34. The Huskies leading scorer for the season, Tavin Holman, scored 17 points in the game. Jordan Nichols scored seven points, Richie Absher and Dustin Hamm each added four points, Grayson Wells, Ben Warner, and Sam Price each added three points, and Cory Roten rounded out the Huskies scoring with one point. The Huskies season will conclude this Friday night when the Huskies host the Vikings from North Wilkes. A victory will allow the Huskies to be named the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference JV Boys Champions. Varsity Men continued from page 6 the course of the following three minutes while the Greyhounds added five points of their own. Kaleb Davis was able to score four points for -the Huskies on back-to-back possessions at the one-minute mark but unselfishly committed his fifth foul to stop the clock for his team and exited the game with six points. The Huskies were only able to Lady Huskies continued from page 6 fans energizing the Huskies defense, Kim McNeil was able to intercept a pass and sprinted the length of the court and cut the Huskies deficit to only three points with her lay-up. North Surry's coach had no choice but to call a time-out and calm his team down but the time-out appeared to be ineffective as the Huskies forced the Greyhounds into a five-second turnover on the inbounc} play. With the possession returned to the Huskies following the turnover, Shelly Barker scored two more points for Ashe County and cut the Greyhounds lead to a mere point with four minutes still remaining in the game. The Huskies defense had not permitted North Surry a single point in over two minutes of play while the Huskies had scored eight score three points in the remaining minute and the Greyhounds were able to remain in first place in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference with the 73-59 victory over the Huskies. Three players in doubledigits led the Huskies in offense and Ethan Goodman paced the team with an incredible 24 points. Tommy SpagnoloandParker Johnson each scored in doubledigits also as each scored 12 points to help the team. Coleman Payne scored nine points, Kaleb Davis scored six points, and Ryan Moser added two points to round out the Huskies scoring. The loss to North Surry changed Ashe County's record to 12-7 on the season and 4-6 in conference play. The Huskies will conclude their regular season and conference play this Friday night when they host the Vikings from North Wilkes. points. North Surry was able to break the Huskies run and scored on back-toback possessions to increase their lead back to five points. The Huskies found difficulty in scoring points at this time and the Greyhounds took full advantage as they increased their lead back to ten points thanks to a 9-0 run. Lindsey Hagel broke the drought for the Huskies with a jump shot at the 2:45 mark and the Huskies still trailed the Greyhounds by a score of 40-48. The Huskies found success in the final minute and a half from the free throw line as the Huskies were able to claim five points from the charity strip to cut the Greyhounds' lead to only five points in the closing thirty seconds of the game. The Greyhounds were able to secure the victory over the Huskies in the final fifteen seconds when a Greyhound hit one of two free throws to conclude the scoring with the Greyhounds in front of the Huskies, 54-48. The Huskies offense was led by three players scoring in double-digits. Shelly Barker paced the team with 14 points, while Kim McNeil added 13 points, and Kelly Hudler scored an impressive 11 points. Kassee Roberts added a notable eight points and Lindsey Hagel rounded out the scoring with two points. The loss to the Greyhounds placed the Huskies in sole possession of second place in the conference with North Surry currently seeded in first. The Huskies will conclude their regular season on Friday night when they host the North Wilkes Vikings. On Friday night, Ashe County High School will be honoring the senior members of the basketball teams and cheerleading squad. Photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies' fans cheer on their team during a time-out. Ashe County supporters have been very loyal to the Huskies this year In attendance to not only home games, but also traveling with the team to away games. The number of Huskies' fans at away games has contested with the number of fans for the home team on numerous occasions. Respiratory Care ... A Life and Breath Career At Wilkes Community College! Looking for an exciting and dynamic career? Then consider Respiratory Care. Photo by Michael Graybeal Dustin Hamm scores two points with this move in the post in a recent game for the Huskies. Hardee's of Jefferson ATHLETE m a a of the WEEK presents the Did you know that: • Respiratory therapists are the health professionals responsible for taking care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. • Respiratory therapists care for newborn infants, children, adults and the elderly. • The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an increase in demand for respiratory therapists of 42.6% through 2008. • Career opportunities are excellent and earning potential is competitive with other health professions. • Respiratory therapists are cardiopulmonary specialists, and as such, are respected members of the health care team. Our Athlete of the Week, Ethan Goodman, Is a senior member of the Men's Varsity Basketball team. Ethan was the Huskies leading The application deadline for classes beginning this fall is May 31, 2007. scorer in both games last week t when he scored 23 points against Starmount and added 24 points against North Surry. Ethan Goodman Congratulations Ethan Goodman!!! stop by Hardee's 1 each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! 1 Mountain Village Shopping Center• 246-5504 • Ask about delivery • 246-5504 Ashe /Athletics 2 Sporting Goods, Team Sports — Apparel and Equipment, Trophies and Plaques 6192 Hwy. 221-N • Jefferson • 982-7425 Free Utterman Pin to Weekly Winners B««®H Egg £ Cheese Biscuits; far enfg t *2.22 For more information about obtaining an AS degree and becoming a respiratory therapist, contact the admissions office at Wilkes Community College or call Billy Woods the Respiratory Therapy Program Director at 336-838-6496 or billy.woods@w1lkescc.edu WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING 40-Lost & Found 140-Help Wanted FOUND: Large black cat, with green eyes. Nathans Creek area, near Fox Fire Estates. Call 982-9130 CUSTOMER SERVICE /SALES SUPPORT LOST: Brown & White Husky Mix. Right flop ear, blue eyes. Answers to Dakota. Lost at Baldwin & Black Bear Inn Rd. Please call Brian at 336-977-6257 Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION Carroll Companies has an entry-level customer service / sales support position available. Applicants must have computer and data entry background, good oral and written communication skills, mathematical skills and be detail oriented. Full time excellent benefits. Please submit resume to: H R Manager 1640 Old 421 South Boone, NC 28607 DRIVER TRAINING Driving a trator-trailer is In the case of an error the 3rd fastest on our part, credit will 70-Travel & job-growth category in be given for the first Camping the U.S. Professional incorrect run only. The drivers earn top-pay, Jefferson Post is 1992 Prowler 25" with great benefits, and a not responsible for Gooseneck and fifth secure future. Wilkes incorrect copy submit­ wheel attachments. Community College ted by the advertiser Sleeps 5. Very good and SAGE Technical or for typographical condition. $5,500 OBO. Services have teamed errors which do not together to offer the lessen the value of the Cal 336-977-0383 best training available. ad. 2005 Forest River 30', Get your CDL and be sleeps 6, Queen Bed, ready to work in 6 Charges weeks. Small classes: bunk beds and sofa. Rates depend qn size ONE-ON-ONE TRAIN­ Good condition. of ad and number of ING Lifetime, Nation­ No holding tanks. runs. Please call wide Job Placement $10,500 OBO. Classified Dept. Call (336)838-6509 Call 336-977-0383 for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal ' check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 'M e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com Web: wwA-.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have! pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un-, der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found A yellow Lab/Golden Ret. mix, female, 4-6 month old puppy was found as a stray in Sparta, NC. She is now at the Alleghany Animal Shelter and will be up for adoption on 2/5/07. If she's yours, call 336-372-8744 to claim her. 140-Help Wanted #45-0661 CLINICAL COUNSELOR Open until filled. Full Time New River Behavioral HealthCare. Work base Alleghany. Duties include: clinical, individual, & group therapist with a heavy children's caseload, some adults, and daytime crisis rotation. Minimum requirements: Master's degree in Human Services; Counseling, Social Work or Psychology. Preference: Licensed. Usually: Mon-Fri, 8-5. Salary hiring range: $35,136-$50,604. Submit state application to: Alleghany Employment Commisr 996, Sp«ui la, No 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENCY seeking a licensed Property/Casualty & Life/Health Agent to sell on a commission only basis. Entry experience level okay. Great opportunity for learning the business. Please fax resume to 336-877-2615 or email to wendy.sheets® brookeagency.com J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 PART-TIME OFFICE HELP WANTED hrs per wi Applicant should be proficient with computers, & doing research on the Internet. Applicant should also be able to work independently. No experience needed. Please send resume to COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN (Position 743-53-0839) REGISTERED NURSE Open until filled. ASHE HOME HEALTH FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare High Country Health SP. Work base Care Swstem has an Alleghany. Duties opening for a full time include: community Registered Nurse to support services serve Ashe County. provided in non-office setting. In school and Applicants must have a in home to children and current NC RN License adults, monitoring, and a minimum of one training, teaching daily year of nursing living skills and some experience. transportation of Applicant should have consumers. Assisting excellent assessment with crisis response. skills, good time Minimum require­ management, and the ments: Graduation ability to work from high school or independently. Must be equivalent and two a team player and years of experience in self-motivated. Reliable providing support transportation required. services to MH/DD/SA Mail or fax your consumers. Schedule: resume to: Flexibility in work hours required. Carole Maulden Typical-hiring range: High Country Health $23,700 - $27,024. Care System Submit state 400 Shadowline application to: Drive, Suite 100-B Alleghany Employment Boone, NC 28607 Security Commission, Fax: (828) 264-9154 PO Box 996, Sparta, NC 28675. Criminal State-licensed, JCAHO records check and and Medicare/Medicaid pre-employment drug certified; EEO and testing is required. ADA employer. EOE/AAE. 140-Help Wanted Full Time Position available for a Registered Nurse to provide oversight and general nursing care and services to persons with disabilities in residential homes and vocational center. Great benefit package. Prefer one year nursing experience and prior DD experience. Call RHA Health Services at 828-262-5450 RHA HEALTH SERVICES is taking applications for a Home Manager position located in Deep Gap, NC. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating activities of approximately 26 Direct Support Staff and managing operations of a 15 bed non-ambulatory ICF/MR facility. Qualifications: at least 2 years supervisory experience, high school diploma, valid driver's license, flexible work schedule and experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Qualified applicants • can apply at 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC 28618 or call 828-262-5450 160-Business Opportunities Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies 260-Garage/Yard Sales YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. TRACTORS: John Deere, Gas, Loader, $3900, Massey Ferguson 65 Gas, Loader - $3900. Case - Diesel, PS, Loader, $3900. Ford 4000. nice, $6500 Allis Chamber, Restored. Nice, has Cultivator, plow. $2500 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am 235-Christmas Trees For Sale: Fraser Fir Two inch space for the above costs. 3/0 Seedlings available for Spring. Mount Rogers Origin. Call 336-877-1008 Fraser Fir Blocks. 5,000 to 45,000 trees, 2ft to 10ft. Will give time to harvest or will sell land, owner financ­ ing available. 140 acre farm, with 45,000 trees and 14 acre farm with 5,000 trees for sale. Other blocks for lease. Call 336-384-9040 Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 260-Garage/Yard Sales 290-Horses & Livestock For Sale: Appaloosa Mare. Downsizing herd. Need to sell. Call 336-977-9309 for more information. Horses For Sale: over 100 to choose from. Miniatures, Quarter Horses, Paints, Paso Finos, Pair Belgium Mares. Will finance and until spring. keep Horse trailers, Flat Beds & tack, sell or trade. Looking for part time help on Horse farm. 336-384-9040. :i»»cfi I KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION Don't forget to place your Valentine ad! DELIVERY PERSON NEEDED FULL TIME POSITION 300- 330-Pets Miscellaneous For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press. 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical K3iiF-V tiledJ M Talcta We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 Tessie is an older, 5-6 year old shepherd or lab mix. Tessie is a very mellow, easy going dog. She'd be very happy as a "couch-potato" dog in a family that's not very active. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta. 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Ashe County's only Subscription newspaper The Jefferson Post 330-Pets URGENT means that this animal could be put to sleep in order to make room for incom­ ing animals. These are the pets that have been with us the longest amount of time, and therefore have the highest risk of being put to sleep. Our current "urgent" pets are Abigail, Nerds, Levi, Wakko & Yakko, and Chip. We also still have lots of puppies for adoption. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.pelfinder.com. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY URGENT: Levi is a -3 year old fox hound mix. Levi was surrendered by her previous owner. She is already house­ trained and may be up to date with vaccines. Levi is a very friendly girl and will be fine in most households. Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. Classifieds _ make "Cents'' "Cents make Dollars" FAST GROWING NEW COMPANY NEEDS RESEARCH ASSISTANT RESEARCHER/INSIDE SALES Strong computer and research skills (Mac, Excel, Internet) Articulate, strong writing skills required Degree preferred Salary/Commission + Great Benefits West Jefferson office Fax resume to: 336-246-3978 Or bring resume to Next Safety office at 230 Hice Avenue • West Jefferson, NC Apply in person to: Sears West Jefferson, NC Margate Health and Rehab Center Qualifications Include: -*• Experience in the design and building of Margate Health & Rehab Center is seeking: Enthusiastic and Energetic Full Time Social Worker to be part of our winning TEAM. Long term care experience preferred. Interested parties should send resume to: Attention: Administrator 540 Waugh Street P.O. Box 909 Jefferson, N.C. 28640 engineering prototypes Machining Electronics A solid backgroung in physics, chemistry and computer technology is required A BS degree in engineering or the sciences is required The position has an excellent salary with benefits and stock options. Please respond with a resume and availability date to: vickiewalker @ nextsafetyinc.com or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 Fax: 336-246-5997 Phone: 336-246-5581 Jefferson's Gateway to Extraordinary Living Come See the Difference! Wilkes Communit College Advanced Materials Technology Director For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu LEARN f© B M U ! ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • Wytheville, Virginia 1-800-334-1203 jvww.alllancetractortraller.com^ Opportunities. Powered by Tyson.™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products Tyson Foods, Inc., is seeking qualified applicants to fill open positions on all shifts at its Wilkesboro, North Carolina location. Requirements: •18 years or older with work authorization Tyson Foods' Benefits Include: •Competitive wages (starting at $8.85 per hour with $.45 shift differential for second and third shifts) •Excellent benefits package •Paid vacation and 8 paid holidays •401(k) with company match •Stock Purchase Plan with company match •Credit Union •Tyson Family Store •Cafeteria •Opportunities within the company Please Apply In Person at Employment Security Commission www.tyson.com An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V Oportunidades. Alimentadas por Tyson™ Wilkesboro Fresh Plant/Cooked Products Las instalaciones de Tyson Foods, Inc., en Wilkesboro, Carolina del Norte esta buscando aspirantes calificados para ocar posiciones en todos sus turnos. Requisitos: •Mayores de 18 anos con autorizacion de trabajo Las prestaciones de Tyson Foods incluyen: •Salarios competitivos (comenzando en $8.85 por hora mas $.45 por trabajar en el segundo y tercer turno) •Excelente paquete de prestaciones •Vacaciones pagadas y 8 dias festivo pago •Plan para la jubilacion [401 (k)] contribucion de compania •Plan de comprea de acciones contribucion de compania •Asociacion decreditos •Tienda familiar para los Companeros d4 Equipo de Tyson •Cafeteria •Oportunidadas dentro de La Compania Puede obtener solictud en La oficiana del empleo Employment Security Commission www.tyson.com An Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V (Empresa que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades en el empleo para minorais, mujeres, personas con discapacidad y veteranos) �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007 PAGE 9 Classifieds 370-Cars/Vans for Sale 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Now accepting bids on 2001 Dodge Stratus, auto, 73,634 miles. Call Allied Financial 336-846-8288 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 Check Out the For Rent: 2 BR House Stop by Hart Power Jefferson Post for Equipment. the latest deals on Little Classifieds... 86 Chevrolet, 3/4 ton, 4x4, 28,000 miles, dump bed, snow plow, $4,900. 98 Dodge, 1 ton, 4x4, 12ft bed, $4,900, 94 Dodge 4x4 Cummins, auto, high miles, excellent run­ ning, sell or trade. Call 336-384-9040. Mobile Homes by BIG RESULTS! 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Local Dealers 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 Premier Lease Space Available. Approximately 1600 Sq Ft located in front of Wal-Mart next to Ashe Cleaners. High Traffic area great for Retail Business. Call 336246-9379 for details. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 385-Sport Utility Vehicles For Sale MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee Dark green,top rack, leather interior,CD player, new speakers, alarm & remote entry. Great Shape. No Rust. New radiator. Rebuilt engine has approx. 80,000 miles. Reduced to $3850. Call 336-384-4352. 3BR, 2 BA furnished, mobile home, on Hwy 163, overlooks New River. References & deposit required. Call 828-632-7724 3BR/2BA Mobile w/oil furnace, carpet & tile flooring, very nice home. $500 per mo. / $500 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Property & Rentals, Inc. at 336-246-2803 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale SO.00 ZERO Down Payment for Landowners. Sitiglewides, Donblewides, On and Off Frame Modulars $25,000 - $500,000. (See Our 2 story Log Home) WE CAN DO IT ALL! Oakwood Homes of Hudson, NC 828-396-2045 Call for easy directions. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 3 BR. 1 bath, house in Helton Community. Call 384-1062 for more information. 3BR/1BA House w/Monitor heat, Hardwood & Carpet flooring. Convenience and privacy. $600 per month w/$460 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals, Inc. 336-246-2803 For Sale: 152 acres, Grayson County, Va., intersection Fox Creek Road and Flat Ridge Road. Creek, woods, & meadows. Call for info. 620-386-0713. 1115Professionals 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help > Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. R EQUAL HOlflUMQ •• & \ For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 530-Lots & Acreage Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1160-Tree Service RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL • For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 I: Let our Classified Ads Go To Work For You! Give us a Call at 846-71.64 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Eula M. Johnson, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 581 Beaver Creek School Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694 on or before the 30th day of April, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 24th day of January, 2007. Tommy Hardin William H. Hardin Co-Executors for the Estate of Eula M. Johnson STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMISSION RALEIGH DOCKET NO. G-40, SUB 66 BEFORE THE NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMISSION In the Matter of Application of Frontier Energy, L.L.C. for Annua! Review of Gas Costs Pursuant to G.S. 62-133.4(c) and Commission Rule R1-17(k)(6) PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the North Carolina Utilities Com­ mission has scheduled a hearing to conduct an annual review of the cost of natural gas supply, storage and transportation for Frontier Energy, L.L.C. (Frontier). The public hearing has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 6, 2007, at 10:00 a.m., in the Com­ mission Hearing Room, Dobbs Building, 430 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Caroli­ na. The hearing is be­ ing held pursuant to the provisions of G.S. 62133.4(c) and Commis­ sion Rule R1-17(k)(6) for the purpose of comparing Frontier', prudently-incurred gas. costs with costs recov­ ered from all of the utili­ ty's customers served during the test period. Frontier filed testimony relating to the subject matter of this hearing on November 27, 2006. information Further may be obtained from Remember to zvish that Special Someone a Happy BirthdayI the Office of the Chief Clerk, North Carolina Utilities Commission, Raleigh, North Caroli­ na, where a copy of Frontier's testimony is available for review by the public. The Public Staff is authorized by statute to represent consumers in proceedings before the Commission. Corre­ spondence regarding the annual review proceeding and the hearing thereon should be directed to the Public Staff and should include any information which the writer wishes to be considered by the Public Staff in its in­ vestigating of the mat­ ter. Such statements should be addressed to Mr. Robert Grubber, Executive Director, Public Staff, 4326 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4326. Make it special for them by placing a birthday ad in the Jefferson Post Come by our office located at \ ^ 203 S Second Ave. A ) West Jefferson, NC or call 336-846-7164 for assistance. "Everyone loves to see a greeting in the payer." The Attorney Genera! is also authorized by statute to represent consumers in proceed­ ings before the Com­ mission. Statements to the Attorney General should be addressed to The Honorable Roy Cooper, Attorney Gen­ eral, 9001 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-9001. (l e t e Cit t a fu h ff h t keefab Cfiviwff ail cpeai... Written statements may not be received as evidence unless per­ sons appear at a public hearing and testify con­ cerning the information contained in their written statements. Persons desiring to in­ tervene in this proceed­ ing as formal parties should file a petition to intervene pursuant to Utilities Commission Rules R1-5, R-1-7, and R1-19 on or before February 19, 2007. Such petitions should be filed with the North Carolina Utilities Commission, 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4325. The direct testimony and exhibits of expert witnesses to be presented by inter­ veners should also be filed with the Utilities Commission on or be­ fore February 19, 2007. • \ p) KCCmCAMIMC! A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • P0 Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gift (Subscription for... In Ashe County IName This the 7th day of December, 2006. NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMIS­ SIONS Gail L. Mount, Deputy Clerk. • $36.00 Address Seniors In Ashe Co. City. • $33.00 State Out-of-County (All) A Gift, from: • $46.50 Name Whose Birthday ; Are You Celebrating? Classifieds Work! The Jefferson Post 846-7164 dUl S4€~7ie* NOW HIRING FULL-TIME RESPIRATORY THERAPIST ELECTRICAL ENGINEER Employer looking for individual with experience in printed circuit board design, prototyping programs on board computers, specification-design and select chips to make boards. BS required BCB TBUCKING INC Must possess NCRB license with 2 years experience preferred. Job responsibilities include: Please respond with a resume and availability date to: • General respiratory care for patients of all ages vickiewalker@nextsafetyinc.com AT BCB, INC., • Assistance with deliveries or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 WE ARE Now OFFERING A DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM No CDL, No Problem! We will train you to get your CDL in 4 weeks or less! COME DRIVE FOR A COMPANY WITH GREAT PAY AND BENEFITS! Requirements: 23 years of age and a clean driving record. Contact: Mark Osborne or Allen Dillard at 336-372-2557for details MANUFACTURING/PROCESS ENGINEER QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: • Experience in designing manufacturing procedures • Establishing QA functions • Process flow & control • A BS degree in engineering or operations manage­ ment is required The position has an excellent salary with benefits. • Vent care • Diagnostic testing • Endotracheal intubations • Stress tests • Holter services Call David Barlow to apply at 336-846-0726 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: Want to join our health care team? RN's With Sign on Bonus Medical Technologist - PRN position in our Laboratory Department. Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Competitive Salary Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Shift Differential Year-round position Must have an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technologist Certificate), current CPR and previous computer experience preferred CRNA Dietitian Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator To apply: Apply in person at Home Health Program Coordinator The position has an excellent salary Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: with benefits and stock options. We offer an attractive salary/benefits Attn: Human Resources, package and opportunity of professional growth. Please respond with a resume and Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, For information on how to apply, please visit our on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial .org www.wilkesregional.org availability date to: vickiewalker@nextsafetyinc.com or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 website at: EOE �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Cholesterol screenings scheduled at Mountain Hearts School Lunch Menu Feb. 5 - 9 Monday: Pizza, Veggie Sticks with Dip, Corn, Fruit and Cookie, Milk Tuesday: Breakfast around the Clock with Sausage Biscuit and Gravy, Scrambled Eggs, Potato Rounds, Baked Apples, Milk Wednesday: Corn Dog, Mac and Cheese, Green Peas, Orange Half, Milk Thursday: Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Glazed Carrots, Apple, Roll, Milk Friday: Vegetable Beef Soup with Crackers, Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Carrot Sticks, Fruit, Milk Tuesday February 6 7 p.m.: Session I for 2007 Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes begins at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Call early to register at 846-0734. Thursday February 8 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for Heart Month. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 6:30 p.m.: Sweet Heart Dinner Theater Prime Rib Buffet $24. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS REQUIRED FOR EVENINGS W/FOOD (336)838-6260. Feb.8&13 Plays Only $5. Curse You, Jack Dalton and Mystery at Mouldy Manor. Lost of laughs and fun! Annual event* coor­ dinated by WCC Theatre and WCC Culinary Dept. For more information contact (336)8386231. Location: Walker Center, Lakey Ballroom, Wilkesboro Web or email address: davidreynolds @ wilkescc.edu 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) will hold it's BROC Full Board Meeting at BROC Alleghany Office in Sparta. Please call Wilkes office at 667-7174,Ashe Office at 384-4543 or Alleghany Office at 372-7284 for addi­ tional information. Friday February 9 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for Heart Month. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 6 p.m.: An Evening on the Mountain. Meet at 1st over­ look. Grab a warm jacket, a hat & some gloves and drive on up to Mount Jefferson, and enjoy the view. Meet the park ranger at the first overlook and explore the some of the mysteries and wonders of the mountain and the night sky. Snow or Rain cancels program (336) 246-9653 Saturday, February 10 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for Heart Month. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 10 a.m.: Sibling Class for children 2 to 6 years of age are designed to prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call to sign up at 846-0734. 10 a.m: Childbirth Refresher Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. For those who already have a child but would like a refresher of the class. Call 846-0734. 11 a.m.: Childbirth Refresher Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. For those who already have a child but would like a refresher of the class. Call 846-0734. 2 p.m.: Jeffersonian View. Meet at 2nd Overlook. Visit with a Ranger at the 2nd Overlook as he dives into the history of Mount Jefferson and the sur­ rounding valley and mountains. Participants will identity moun­ tains in three states. This free program is weather dependent. Please dress appropriately for the winter weather. 6:30 p.m.: The Riverview Community Center will once again host the annual Valentine Dinner/Dance. The center is located at 11719 NC Hwy 88 West, Creston. A roast beef dinner will be served and there will be a variety of enter­ tainment for your dancing and listening pleasure. Tickets are on sale for $15 each. Call the Center at 385-9812 or Margaret Allen at 385-4342 7:30 p.m.: Kody Norris, Tom Isaacs and the Watauga Mountain Boys - Traditional Mountain style bluegrass at Heritage Hall Mountain City, TN 37683 423 727 7444 7:30 p.m.: Humorist Kelly Swanson makes a return visit to Ashe County bring­ ing her own brand of down home humor with a wacky cast of southern characters. Ms. Swanson's one woman show, "It's All Fun and Games Til the Hair Gets Messed Up" will have the audience bounc­ ing between tears and laugh­ ter. Sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council, the per­ formance will be at the Ashe Arts Center. Tickets are avail­ able in advance at the Arts Center or with a credit card by phone. Ticket price is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Seating is on a first come, firstserved basis. For reservations or for more information, call 336.846-ARTS. Sunday, February 11 2 p.m.: Music on the River at New River State Park. US 221 Access Community Building. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music with local musicians as they play Traditional, Old Time and Bluegrass. All musicians are welcome, so bring your instru­ ment and join in, or bring a chair and enjoy the entertain­ ment. Participants will meet at the New River State Park US 221 Access Community build­ ing From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. All programs are free and open to the public. (336) 246-9653 Monday February 12 6 p.m. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month. The February meeting will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The program will include a dis­ cussion of the use of coni­ fers in the home garden by Delia Riley, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. 6:30 p.m.: The Disabled American Veterans and Auxiliary will have their monthly meeting at the VFW building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. 6:30 p.m.: The Board of Directors and officers of the Ashe County Historical Society will hold it's February meeting at the temporary Ashe County Historical Museum, across the street from the 1904 Ashe County Courthouse in Jefferson. Wednesday February 14 10 a.m.: A workshop for com­ mercial fruit and vegetable growers that will focus on safe food handling and legal liability issues will be held Feb. 14 at the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Forsyth County Center in WinstonSalem. The half-day workshop is designed for fruit and vegeta­ ble growers who sell their pro­ duce at farmers' markets and through pick-your-own opera­ tions. It begins at 10 a.m. with registration and ends at 1:15 p.m. with lunch. The workshop cost is a $15 per person, which includes lunch. The event is sponsored, by North Carolina Cooperative Extension. Titled "Profitable Produce: A Workshop on Legal Liability and Handling Food Safely," the workshop will feature presen­ tations by Dr. Lynn Turner, a professor of food science at North Carolina State University, Shirley Outlaw of the North Carolina Farm Bureau, and Ted Feitshans, an extension specialist in agricultural and resource economics at N.C. State University. Turner will ' talk about "Good Agricultural Practices for Raw Produce Handling," while Outlaw will discuss liability insurance and Feitshans' topic will be avoid­ ing liability lawsuits. 10:30 a.m.:The Ashe County Retired School Personnel (RSP) will meet at Winner Circle Restuarant. J. D. Parsons, Resouce Officer at Ashe County High, will be the guest speaker. Be pre­ pared to contribute to the N.C. Foundation for Public School Children, a foundation that helps needy children across the state with things they need for school, like eyeglasses and shoes. All retired school per­ sonnel are invited to attend. 11:30 a.m.: Parkinson's Support Group - "Ashe Movers and Shakers" will meet at Smoky Mt. Barbecue. Call 846-0781. Thursday February 15 3 p.m.:AgVenture Feasibility: What Else Can I Do with What I've Got? at the Bakersville Fire Department. All farmers and producers in Western North Carolina are invited take advantage of a series of work­ shops being offered throughout the region on issues that affect today's farmer, from agritourism issues to product liability. This series will include information on entrepreneurship, how to start and succeed with a new farm venture, ways to mini­ mize liability and other risks to farm businesses, and provide individual assistance with writ­ ing business plans. Workshop participants will be eligible to receive continued sup­ port for the development and implementation of their busi­ ness plans throughout 2007. Additionally, participants that attend at least two workshops in the three-part series will receive a free copy of Building a Sustainable Business, A Guide to Developing a Business Plan for Farms and Rural Businesses. Friday February 16 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. 7 p.m.: Bluegrass bands Bluegrass 1101 and Backstreet in concert at the Ashe County Library. Free ticket required for admission. continued on page 11 (W EXCAVATING !. c; COXSf tfl'CTlOX T & L CONSTRUCTION I Residential & Commercial • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More 'yUcmwtam Field No JOB Too SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds • Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 ROOP'S ROOFING TIRE SALE Set of 4 All 13"-$199 1)018 OX {Excavating & flauling Appleseed IELV1N COE'S PLUMBING « PUMP SERVICE Quality Home Repairs Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 WHEELS 2S Years Experience • Remodel Jobs • Decks " ' " "t<t Hour Swvftt" • • • • • Additions * Repairs 20 Years Experience • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC • Maintenance 336-372-5683 Ceil: 336-657-1489 Licensed in \nrtli Carolina & VA Install roofing of all kiu«ls Hoof Painting Insured & ALL Work Ciiaranfecd gglr ItJ CAINE 336-977-2112 336-384-4352 FREE ESTIMATES Allen Miller 336-3B4-3033 NC License 17952 J VA License 2710 029771 Mountain View w All Types of Roofing Pointing Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs TVTpntpr 'Sony 1 Sharp * Pioneer JOE'S 'Samsung IVienrer .Panasonic XV AND Zhdmti, SipmtA 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 All 14"-$229 FREE ESTIMATES! All 15"- $259 Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC 336-246-HDTV (4388) 336-384-2063 Fax:336-246-2443 16"Truck - $420 215-85-16- 235-85-16 276-579-4562 Open 8-5 M'T'Th'F 8-2 Wed & Sat TRUE SERVICE Mountain Welding • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel Serving the High Country 'Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES • Commercial • Residential • Customized 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Onils lor On-site Welding Shop located at: 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC Bob Cox Phone: 336-877-7511 780 Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC| Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978. ,.B the County s 0 OneStop// Wat TV; ' Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience 982-3335 James Ellis - Owner ca- DISPOSAL SERVICES MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner Residential Pick-up Service $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick-up Service Available zenith TV'S & HOME THEATRES BOB'S TREE SERVICE STATE LINE FAST LUBE Hwy 16 @ NC/VA State Line IS it SERVICE JVC \jbsolulely the BEST Prices Possible/ OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCEJ m MJ SATELLITE "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! • Lotjos • Business Cards • Brochures ' Camera Ready Ads Deb Holder Cailie 336.977 2113 17 years experience SERVICES RESTAURANT 336-846-7737 Located on the Backstreet We have expanded our lunch buffet! We are offering a choice of 3 meats and 12 different vegetables! SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Ihesday, Thursday, Friday ~ 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only - 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only ~ 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade .Soup or Spaghetti B3T GRAIMTvC Woone Grading Co., Inc. LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES No Job Too Small or Too Large! ALL TYPES OF GRADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Septic Systems • Basements• Footers q,||. 828-773-6736 lit) K est TRACK HOIS SERVICES KEITH'S THACKHOE SERVICE Road Building • Ditching • Ditch Bank Cleaning Bush Hogging • House Foundations • Demolition Foundation Wall Construction • Lot Clearing No Job Too Small 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 28618 Call 828-773-5035 • Cell: 336-977-6477 or 977-6265 _ ^ �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007 PAGE 11 COMMUNITY EVENTS Juggler Mike Nizer to preform at Ashe Civic Center on February 23 continued from page 10 Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 8462041 for more information. Saturday February 17 Ultrascreen will be conduct­ ing screenings for cancers. The screenings will be con­ ducted at Mt. Paddy Church in Jefferson. Appointments are necessary and can be obtained by calling toll-free 877-763-3344, or by calling Joyce Borchert at 336-8772069 for more details. 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family Central Conference Room. This will be a three hour train­ ing. Call 846-0781 for more information. 10 a.m.: In observance of National Child Passenger Safety Week, February 11-17, Safe Kids Watauga County and Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury will offer car seat inspections between 10 am and 2 pm at Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury. 1 p.m.: Amphibolite Strange but True. Meet at Picnic Shelter. There is something strange down been beneath the ground on Mt. Jefferson. It has been here for nearly 300, million years, and because of it, Mt. Jefferson has become a botanical wonder and a home for nearly 700 different kinds of plants. Come up to get a closer look at this strange dark rock known as Amphibolite. We will be hiking along the ridge, Bring a coat, hat, gloves and hiking boots or shoes. 7 p.m.: New River Volunteer Fire Dept. will host Rook Tournaments. Cost to play is $5 per person. Sunday February 18 1 p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike. Meet at Picnic Shelter. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecologi­ cal interconnections and ener­ gy exchanger that makes life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a variety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State > Natural Area. Wednesday February 21 9 a.m.: The Annual Ashe County State of Health and Community Forum will be held at Ashe Services For Aging. Call Nancy Kautz at 846-0781. Friday February 23 7:30 p.m.: Mike Nizer at the Ashe Civic Center. Juggling, comedy, variety - a show for the entire family. $8 adults, $5 students Saturday February 24 7a.m.: The Annual Heart Breakfast will be held at Winners Circle Restaurant. For more information call Judi Leek at 846-1109 Monday February 26 5 p.m.: The New River Behavioral Healthcare Human Rights Committee will meet in the Area Conference Room, Suite 404 Oak Summit, 895 Stat Farm Road, Boone. The public is invited to attend. Ongoing Events The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. Edward Elliott,Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia, tendinomuscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10am 5pm. Please call 336-846-7492 mailbox #7, or 828-406-1985 for an appointment and directions. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold February services at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. The Ashe County Garden Club meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. If you have an interest in gardening and you would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for further information. Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Sign up is under way for the 21st Annual Ashe County Checkers Classic. The tournament is played at the Deluxe Barber Shop in West Jefferson during February and is sponsored by Miller Insurance and Deluxe Barber Shop. All serious checkers players come by or call 8465471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteerFireDepartmeht on first and third Saturday night of each month through March, prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, -infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to1 come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, householditems.smallfurniture. and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 (through the red light in Jefferson), offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Appointments for other hours are available. Call us at 846-4100. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. We receive no government funding. Donations are welcome. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347" to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Come enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-1377. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina at 336-982-4416. Riverview Learning Center is offering computer classes and more. To register or for details, call 385-1338. Riverview Community Thrift Store will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday night Pickin' and Jammin' will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 10 p.m. Riverview Community Center is located in Creston. West Jefferson Community Partnership meets the fourth Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at West Jefferson Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in the revitalization of our community is invited. Greater Fleetwood Preservation Organization announces its regularly scheduled meetings, occurring on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center® Fleetwood Library, entrance on Railroad Grade Road just off Hwy 221. Area residents are invited to come be a part of the future of Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care about their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. Anyone interested please join them on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Call 336-386-6650 with questions. Ashe County Democratic Party meets every fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 846-9068. Prenatal Education Curriculum, Fridays at 6 p.m. for Latino families at Ashe Family Central. The program is offered in four sessions, through December. Transportation and childcare is available. For more information call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449. Survivors of Domestic Violence meet in a confidential getting on the 2nd Monday and 4th Tuesday night of each month from 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Group counseling is offered for women and their children at one of these groups each month. Childcare is provided. There is no charge to attend. Please call A.S.H.E. at 9828851 for more details. Realize the value of co-op membership! 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RESTAURANTS I FOOD / DRINK Bo jangles, Jefferson 704-872-0186 Purchase a cajun filet sandwich combo at regular price and get a FREE Cajun filet sandwich Burger King, Sparta 704-872-0186 Purchase any meat, egg & cheese biscuit/ croissant value meal at regular price and get a FREE meat, egg & cheese biscuit/croissant Burgiss Barn, Laurel Springs 800-233-1505 10% off Fumiyoshi Express, Lenoir 828-757-4511 Free drink with every purchase Crapestompers.com, Laurel Springs ' 800-233-1505 10% discount (excludes items already on sale) Makoto's of Boone, Boone 828-264-7976 10% discount off entire check - not valid with any other discounts or offers Our Place Restaurant, Lenoir 828-754-3645 Free drink with purchase of meal Pepper's Restaurant, Boone 828-262-1250 10% off entire check (not valid on gift card purchases) Piccolos Pizza & Pasta, Lenoir 828-757-3554 (3) FREE drinks w/14" pizza or (4) FREE drinks w/16" pizza Shoppes on the Parkway, Blowing Rock 828-295-4444 Kilwin's Chocolates, Fudge & Ice Cream Parkway Cafe Pick up coupon hook at the Tanger management office for 10% to 20% savings at Shoppes' businesses listed Subway Sandwiches & Salads (3 locations in Lenoir) 704-845-8215 10% off regular 6" or regular 12" sandwiches only. Sweet Tooth Bake Shop, Sparta 336-372-7451 10% discount - not valid with any other discounts or offers Texas Roadhouse, Hickory 828-325-9815 10% off food purchases The Manor House Restaurant at Chetola Resort, Blowing Rock 828-295-5500 10% off lunch or dinner entrees (max. two entrees) - some restrictions apply The Peddler Steak House, Boone 828-264-4433 $2 off per person (not valid with any other special, salad bar or children's menu) Thistle Meadow Winery, Laurel Springs 800-233-1505 10% off all purchases and free wine tasting (Includes gift shop - does not include sale or specials) Traditions of Ruth's by Lori Lynn 828-726-6664 10% off all cakes and desserts Membership matters �TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Beth Fornadley, Safe Kids Coordinator for Watauga County, shows Alfred Glover how to properly install a child passenger safetyseat. jag Alfred Glover, Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury, and Beth Fornadley, Safe Kids Watauga County partner for car seat inspection event. Car Seat inspections at Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury In observance of National Child Passenger Safety Week, February 11-17, Safe Kids Watauga County and Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury will offer car seat inspections on Saturday, February 17th be­ tween 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury. In the event of inclement winter weather, Safe Kids will provide an educational cam­ paign at Lowes Hardware in Boone and the car seat event will be rescheduled. Safe Kids Watauga Coun­ ty is a Chapter of Safe Kids North Carolina which is part of Safe Kids Worldwide, the first and only nonprofit or­ ganization dedicated solely to the prevention of uninten­ tional childhood injury the number one killer of children ages 14 and under. Safety personnel, health­ something really spectacular : CflM care professionals, and many others volunteer their time to help educate local kids, but there is always room for more volunteers, parents and care­ givers to get involved. For more information about Safe Kids Watauga County or the car seat inspection event, call Beth Fornadley, Safe Kids Co­ ordinator, at (828) 268-8960. for your Ualentine tliis year! i If you SECRETly wish Ed lb AT IfAVE Iarc^e newspaper VaIentIne, This is youR you could do Ad foR youR ppORTUNiTy TO Subscribe today and read the Jefferson Post on-line! a TEll ThE Much youR VaIentIne WORld JUST means to i how you! You can do a half page or a full page ad for 1/2 the normal cost. Color will also be 1/2 price. 2 Call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 and ask for more information about our Valentine Special or come by our office at 203 South Second Avenue, West Jefferson. The ads will be in the February 13th edition. Deadline to place ads will be February 6lh. jeffersonpost.com Walters retires Bower Walters (second from left) was honored De­ cember 8, 2006 with a sur­ prise party at Smoky Moun­ tain BBQ for his many years of service as supervisor on the New River Soil and Water Conservation District Board. Mr. Walters began his tenure as supervisor in 1961 when he won an elected position and has held until retiring Dec. 2006, serving most of those years as Vice Chairman. He has been active in carrying out duties as supervisor to meet the farming needs in Ashe County with state pro­ gram funds to improve wa­ ter quality. He has attended most all board meetings held locally and Area and State meetings held out of the county over these 45 years. Bower Walters was truly an asset to our District Board and will be sorely missed. Thistlewood moves Owner Tammy Dreyer is pleased to announce the new location of Thistlewood Em­ porium, formerly in Jefferson Station. Tammy decided to move onto Main Street of West Jef­ ferson to give her vendors more exposure to the cus­ tomers. You will find vendors from all areas such as bean pocicandles, a large line of la­ dies clothing, a large selection of Clark for women and Crocs for the entire family, hand bags, jewelry, Amish furni­ ture, musical instruments and Bulga African baskets. Tammy invites everyone to stop by today and check out the new location in downtown West Jefferson beside Active Realty. Call 246-3100 if you would be interested in rent­ ing a booth. BUILD A COMMUNICATIONS PLAN CUSTOM FIT TO YOUR BUSINESS. EMBARQ™ BUSINESS BUNDLES START WITH LOCAL ADD l LONG DISTANCE PHONE ADD SAVE AS MUCH AS BUSINESS ADD DSL WIRELESS SAVE $$ MMMWRMK Start with Local Phone with calling features, and add Long Distance, Business-Class DSL and Wireless Phone Service to create a plan that is right for you. Sign up now and get one month free of DSL or wireless service, (up to $75 value). Call 866-678-1700 or visit embarq.com Sweetheart Dinner Theatre at Wilkes Community College WCC Theatre and Culi­ nary Program presents: "The Mystery OF Mouldy Manor" and "Curse You, Jack Dalton," two fun comedies. There will be a prime rib buffet on February 9 and 10, with seating at 6:15 fi.m. for $24.00 each. A dessert buffet will be offered on February 14 at 7 p.m. for $12.00. Reserva- tions are required. To just see the plays, on February 8 and 13, tickets are $5.00. The plays start at 7:30 p.m. These events are held at the John A. Walker Center Ballroom, on the Wilkes Com­ munity College Wilkes Coun­ ty campus. For reservations call (336) 838-6260. Internet Wireles1 "Saving! based on customer location and comparison to similar EMBARQ" services purchased at non-bundled, stand-alone prices.Services not available everywhere. Business customers only. EMBARQ may cancel or substitute services without notice. Additional restrictions apply. Offer expires A/30/07. 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Oial 1 service only Business DSL: I or 2-yr term agreement required. Performance may vary due to conditions outside of network control, such as customer location, equipment limits and network congestion. No minimum level of speed is guaranteed. Wireless: Coverage not available everywhere, e 2007 Embarq Holdings Company LLC. All rights reserved. The name EMBARQ and the jet logo are trademarks of Embarq Holdings Company LLC. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 11 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-06 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/1b491792c8ac1d11ee650ae9ae569210.pdf 7caa926d51d60f5068040eb113cdb8a5 PDF Text Text • Futsal League ends first season Friday page 1B February 9,2007 • Apps advance to 10-3 in SoCon 500 page 2B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com • Official MVAC standings Volume 82, Issue 12 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Hospital CEO addresses rumors 143 Library Drivo Mm • ••• by Jim Thompson Editor Rumors about Ashe Me­ morial Hospital have flown around the county in recent weeks. These rumors are not posi­ tive, suggesting that the hos­ pital might merge, be bought out or close. To find out what is really happening, we talk­ ed with R.D. Williams, CEO of the hospital. The questions are from the Jefferson Post (JP); the answers from Wil­ liams (RW). ' JP: I keep hearing that the hospital is closing, is that true? RW: Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital is not closing. We have hit upon some tough financial times as reimbursement from the Federal and State govern­ ments has decreased and the number of patients seeking care who cannot afford to pay for their care or who choose not to pay for their care has increased. It has become more and more difficult to operate the organization with Post file photo R.D.Williams, AMH's CEO a positive operating margin. The Board, Medical Staff, Management and Employees of the organization are work­ ing together to adjust our ex­ penses to assure that Ashe Memorial Hospital continues to be available to provide ser­ vices to the community. JP: I understand that the hospital had a sizeable loss in 2006. What hap­ • pened in 2006 that caused such a loss? RW: The operating loss ex­ perienced during the hospi­ tal's fiscal year which ended 9/30/2006 was $2,856,973. Several factors contributed to this loss: A $2,034,000 increase in payroll and benefits expense over 2005 which was brought on by increased expenses as­ sociated with offering our em­ ployees health insurance and the need to remain competi­ tive with industry wages for licensed and certified staff; a reduction in payments from the Federal government for outpatient services of ap­ proximately $350,000 and an increase in bad debt or non-payment for services of $877,497 which brought the total of bad debt for the year to $2,463,525. All of these factors con­ tributed to the operating loss the facility experienced dur­ ing the year. The 2006 loss was significantly larger than the loss experienced in 2005 • which was $267,522. In years past the hospital has oper­ ated with a modest surplus which has allowed for contin­ ued growth in services being offered and new technology being installed. JP: Is the hospital down sizing? RW: We have not deleted any services offered to the community at this time. Over Wccl Jcf,arson, 140 236340703 the past several months, each position in the organization has been evaluated for pur­ pose and necessity. A number of positions were identified which have been eliminated or hours reduced. The net ef­ fect on the number of employ­ ees at the facility has been a reduction of approximately 25 full-time equivalents. One FTE is 80 hours of paid time in a two week period. An ap­ proximate total of 2,000 paid hours per two week period has been reduced from the organization's payroll. This was a combination of actual positions eliminated (11) and in many cases a reduction in work week hours for many positions (40 hours per week to 36 hours per week). The annualized payroll im­ pact of these changes will be a reduction in wages and ben­ efits from a budgeted total of $14,475,113 to $13,591,113 saving the hospital an esti­ mated $884,000 a year. JP: Who owns the hos­ pital? RW: Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital is a not-for-profit corpo­ ration which in effect owns itself. The organization is governed by an 18 member Board of Trustees, serving staggered three year terms. Each year six Trustee terms expire and the Board Nomi­ nating Committee develops a slate of nominees to be preSee Hospital, page 5A Debate on wind farm project continues by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor When it came to opinions on implementing an ordi­ nance to regulate wind energy generation in Ashe County, a majority of speakers at Mon­ day's public hearing told the commissioners they were all for it, even some of those who support a proposed wind farm in Creston. Of the 27 people speaking, 23 were from Ashe County, three from Watauga County and one from Aheboro. There were 16 speakers opposing the wind farm and 11 in favor, but most seemed to agree that some form of regulation is needed. That issue will contin­ ue on Feb. 19 when the com­ missioners plan a second read­ ing and potential adoption of an ordinance regulating wind energy generation and wind­ mills within the county. Prior to the hearing, Com­ mission Chairman Richard Post photo by Linda Burchette Blackburn explained that Richard Calhoun spoke to the Ashe County Board of Commissioners about the positive points since the county has no zon­ of wind energy generation during a public hearing on Monday. His company, Northwest Wind ing, the board can only imple­ Developers, is seeking a permit from the Public Utilities Commission to erect utility scale ment an ordinance that regu­ wind turbines on Big Springs Mountain in Creston. lates wind energy generation stems from interpretation would issue a permit to North­ but does not prohibit it. A similar situation took of the 1983 North Carolina west Wind Developers—has place several years ago when Mountain Ridge Protection taken a position opposing the the county fought a proposed Act which prohibits structures project in Creston. "If Ashe County had a com­ asphalt plant by implement­ above 40 feet tall on the ridg­ ing an ordinance regulating, es, except for communications prehensive land use plan, we but not prohibiting, the loca­ towers and windmills. The could be more in the mode of tion of polluting industries in question being asked is, do prohibiting," Blackburn said the county. This time, public these utility grade wind tur­ of the county's options in this controversy has developed bines, reaching hundreds of issue. "But we don't have so over a utility grade wind farm feet tall, qualify as windmills we can act only under police proposed by Northwest Wind and are therefore exempt from powers meaning we can regu­ late. We cannot prohibit. A by Linda Burchette Developers, a company formed the Ridge Law? The NC Attorney General test must be applied and that Assistant Editor by brothers Richard and Tom­ my Calhoun. They wish to has taken no stand on this is a test of reasonableness, so Ashe County residents construct more than 20 utility particular project, but opposed if anything prohibits rather will find shorter lines and grade wind turbines on the top in 2002 a wind farm project than regulates it won't stand faster service on vehicle tag of Big Springs Mountain in or­ proposed by the Tennessee up in court and we must con­ issues starting Monday, Feb. der to generate and sell wind Valley Authority. Based on sider that in the process. All 19 when the county begins power to Blue Ridge Electric that opinion, the Public Staff, we can do is proceed under operating a license plate an advisory arm of the Public regulations, not prohibitions." agency in the courthouse. Membership Corporation. Blackburn complimented Part of the controversy Utilities Commission—which County commissioners ap­ proved on Monday a two-year contract with the NC Divi­ sion of Motor Vehicles to pro­ vide this service in Ashe. Mo­ torists have been subjected to first a loss of local service The record for wind speed and then abbreviated service instruments showed," said by Jim Thompson Graham Caddell of WKSK. in North Carolina is 200 over the past few months Editor There are few long-term mph, set on Jan. 25, 2006, at since the DMV ended its con­ Yes, it was windy! At 2:07 a.m. on Wednes­ records, but it is believed Grandfather Mountain. The tract with a private provider day, the wind roared across this was one of the strongest world's wind speed record last November. The commissioners decid­ Radio Hill in West Jefferson wind gusts ever reported in is 231 mph, set at Mount the county, at least off the Washington, NH, on April ed that although the county at 112 miles per hour. has no desire to expand local 12, 1934. "That is what our new highest peaks. the people who have been at­ tending local public hearings on this issue, saying they have exhibited decorum in their be­ havior. The three hearings so far have produced passionate speeches from people on both sides of the wind power issue amid applause from their sup­ porters. Blackburn repeated what he has said before, that he wants to allow everyone the opportunity to state their opinion paraphrasing a phi­ losophy attributed to French writer Voltaire by saying, "I may not agree with what you say, but will defend unto death your right to say it." The first speaker at the public hearing was someone from outside the county with a vested interest in its future. Jay Vincent with Vincent Properties in Blowing Rock and a group of South Florida developers have purchased property on Phoenix Moun­ tain with plans to develop a ski slope and accompanying Adirondack style village. He said the commissioners are in a position to decide what's best for the mountains, and "a windmill farm would be very detrimental to the specialness of this county." He said that Richard Calhoun (a former county commissioner) was the only commissioner that ob­ jected to the ski slope project when it was proposed because he said he wanted Ashe Coun­ ty to stay like it is. Ann Rose of Lansing said the Creston project is needed because the country needs to do something about global warming. She said she would be able from her property to see the proposed ski slope and "French mini mall"on Phoenix Mountain, and wonders why no one is complaining about the big iron poles that will be used there. In defense of his project, Richard Calhoun of Lansing said wind power generation is being studied by renowned in­ stitutions as clean energy that is cost effective. He said he is convinced this project can be done without destruction to the county's beloved moun­ tains. "Big Springs Mountain government, someone needed to take over operation of the tag office so Ashe motorists would not be forced to trav­ el to Boone or Wilkesboro for service. They voted last month to apply to the DMV to provide the service. During the meeting, Chair­ man Richard Blackburn said the county didn't really want to get into the tag business, and there is little room at the courthouse, but there was no choice if the county wants a local office. Vehicle licensing services will be provided in the tax administration suite on sec­ ond floor of Ashe County Courthouse. Because the county is in the process of hiring employees, who will then undergo at least three weeks of training, the license plate agency for the next month will be staffed by the state until Ashe employees are ready. Space at the courthouse is limited, and the tax admin­ istration department is in the process of adding staff to handle in-county property re­ assessment duties, so perma­ nent space for the county's tag office could be planned for the new law enforcement center, said County Manager Dan McMillan. That would be appropriate since the DMV will be located there. Since that facility is still be­ ing planned, and is at least two years away from comple­ tion, the courthouse seemed the best current site for the tag office. See Wind, page 5A County tag office opens Feb. 19 Wind hits 112 mph Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jefiersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,099 U.S. service people killed (as of 2/7) 23,417 U.S. service people wounded (as of 2/7) Shannon to sign at Skyland Books In any case, you read it first." Joe Shannon, well-known area musician and story teller, will be at Skyland Books and Gifts Saturday, February 10, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to visit with local residents and sign his new book, "Tennis Shoe Love." This illustrated children's book tells a story of young love that Shannon has told to thousands of young people during his performances in area schools. "This book is for anyone who has loved, and anyone who hopes to love some time again," said reviewer Shuzler Kaufman."You may want to give this book to a third-grader or a grandparent. Friends of Ashe County to meet A newly formed group opposing the proposed wind farm (but not against wind energy) will meet Saturday. For details, call 877-8301. Draft ordinance in next week's paper Because of a number of changes being made to the county's draft ordinance on wind energy sys­ tems, we are delaying publication of the final part until next week. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAINMENT Storyteller and humorist this Saturday at Arts Center The Ashe County Arts Council invites you to warm up the funny bone and come prepared to laugh this Sat­ urday night. Professional author, comedienne, and sto­ ryteller, Kelly Swanson will perform her one-women show "It's all Fun and Games Til the Hair Gets Messed Up" at 7:30 p.m. at the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center. Combining the art of standup comedy, theatre and storytelling, Kelly Swanson takes you back to Cedar Grove where her zany cast of south­ ern characters will captivate, delight and leave you wanting more. Taking on the mantle of the colorful and eccentric characters of Cedar Grove, Swanson weaves yarns of mis­ adventure for the residents of the tiny town, a place where life maybe simple but the mes­ sages are universal. Whether she is telling about the time Mama got herself painted on black velvet or why it is that cousin Hambone won't eat squash, the stories will make you laugh but the lessons will make you think. Swanson recently per­ formed at the prestigious National Storytelling Festi­ val Exchange Place in Jonesborough, Tennessee, and was a featured artist at the Best of Our State Festival at the Grove Park Inn in Asheville, NC. She was also featured in the September 2004 issue of Our State Magazine, in an article entitled "Funny Ladies of North Carolina." Swanson is also an accom­ plished author, her book, Aunt Vyrnetta....and other stories from Cedar Grove, and a CD of the same title won a NAPPC 'SWITCH 10 MEDIA ESCAPE THE WINTER BLUES! Honors award for quality fam­ ily entertainment and a Cir­ cle of Excellence Award from the Film Advisory Board. She also facilitates workshops in storytelling, story writing and conquering the fear of public speaking. This Friday, Swan­ son will work with students at the Ashe County High School on story writing, performing your work, developing charac­ ters, and creating interesting plots. Tickets are $8 adults and $5 students and are avail­ able at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone at 336-846-ARTS. This program is supported by a Touring Presenting Perfor­ mance Series Grant form the North Carolina Arts Council and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. 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He will provide you with a written report and will advise you FINGER STICK BLOOD SAMPLE FOR: Birth announcements Heather Smith and James Shepherd of Fleetwood would like to announce the birth of their son, Aiden Smith-Shep­ herd, on January 25,2007. He was born at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 7 pounds and 9 ounces. Vania Golds of Jefferson would like to announce the birth of her daughter, Grace Elizabeth Golds, on Janu­ ary 26, 2007. She was born at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 8 pounds and 12 ounces. Tammy and Randy Miller of Lansing would like to an­ nounce the birth of their son, Colton Scott Miller, on Janu­ ary 29, 2007. He was born at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 7 pounds and 2 ounces. Stacey and Shannon Lyalls of West Jefferson would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Alexis Nicole Lyalls, on January 30, 2007. She was born at Watauga Medical Center and weighed 7 pounds and 7 ounces. 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See store for details. 800-235-5007 www.carolinawest.com �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Who will solve healthcare crisis? Mark Twain once observed, "Everyone talks about the weather, but no one does any­ thing about it." A generation ago, health insurance and healthcare were things people almost took for granted. The cost of insurance was relatively minimal, allowing many busi­ nesses to offer it as a benefit. Even when they did not, the price of such insurance was within the reach of most of the middle class. Then the prices began to soar—and the fingers began to be pointed. For the past 20 years, high prices have been blamed on greedy insurance companies, greedy doctors, greedy medical supply com­ panies, greedy pharamceutical companies, greedy hospi­ tals, greedy trial lawyers, all in a circle of finger pointing that has gotten us exactly nowhere. While it is easy to say greed, the reality is physi­ cians are often struggling to survive financially. Today, they emerge from residency with as much as $250,000 in debt—before they try to set up a practice and attract the first paying customer. Hospitals, especially in rural areas with aging popu­ lations, are hemmoraging money. The reason:the federal government has cut back on reimbursements for Medicaid and Medicare patients. While a few malpractice cases with high cash awards attract media attention, they really have relatively little impact on the healthcare industry. The possibility of such litigation has driven up malpractice insurance, par­ ticularly in the case of obstet­ rics. One often overlooked ele­ ment of rising costs is tech­ nology. Keeping up with the hospital or doctor's office you are competing against for patients has a huge pricetag. The days when the wellequipped doctor carried every­ thing in a "little black bag" is gone with the horse and buggy. Hospitals particularly feel the crunch in "keeping up with the Joneses." Perhaps the most obvious problems lie in the pharma­ ceutical industry. There are reasons medicines produced in Canada are cheaper than here, and these issues need to be addressed by Congress. There is no reason for a large "American made" premium for the same medicines of the same quality and effective­ ness. Having stated the prob­ lems, we have to admit that they have us—like Congress and a succession of presi­ dents—stumped. There are, however, two suggestions that might provide some help. The first would be to provide federal-backed, interest-free loans for students willing to become physicians in rural or poorer urban areas. These loans could be extended— provided a commitment was made to work in an area for a reasonable period of time—to include initial practice setup costs. Another idea would be to open the door for properly made Canadian pharmaceu­ ticals. Finally, the time may come—or already be here— when this nation has to say to large employers that they must provide health insurance for their workers. That may sound drastic, but consider the situation. When large employ­ ers do not provide health insurance, all taxpayers and healthcare consumers end up footing the bill. Either the workers qualify for Medicaid, and taxpayers foot the bill, or hospitals and physicians end up with uncollectable charges. That, in turn, forces up their charges to meet the gap and stay in business. The result is a system of corporate welfare that provides cheaper prices for a company's customers— subsidized by all of us. By limiting such a law to large employers, small and startup businesses would have time to develop and grow before meeting the number of workers for such a require­ ment. One thing everyone agrees on, it seems: the system is broken. We are like a sailor cast adrift in the ocean, dying of thirst and surrounded by water. We have the great­ est healthcare system in the world; now we have to find a way to make it accessible to all Americans. Doing that is not an option—it is a matter of life and death. Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice Weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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Thanks to Services for Aging To the Editor: Now that the Christmas holiday has passed, I wish to bring to the attention of this county's readers the experi­ ence I had at the Services for Aging prior to Christmas. The Adult Care Program at the Services for Aging is by far the best example of the Christmas spirit I've experi­ ence. Gillian Hampton and her caring, concerned, lov­ ing, and hardworking staff presented a Christmas ex­ ample that everyone should witness. Not only did they all work hard to raise funds to purchase numerous gifts for each of the 30+ people in the program, but they also did all the shopping and wrapping, which amounted to three gifts per person. In addition, they prepared a variety of foods to have for a party during the gift-giving event. Santa (a member of the staff) ap­ peared and had each person sit on his (her) knee, receive a personal gift (varying from clothes to watches, wallets, books, etc.), and smile for a picture with Santa. This service to our county deserves not only special rec­ ognition and thanks but also a visit by everyone wonder­ ing how this service operates. When you walk into the Adult Care area, you will observe a wall of photos taken of each individual in the program. You will see each guy dressed in a white shirt, tie and suit coat or smiling in a cowboy hat and vest. Each gal is dressed up fit to kill or wear­ ing red hats with grins as big as the hearts of thope on the staff. If you want to see first hand how the Adult Care program operates, take some time to drop in and observe. I guarantee you will come away impressed by both the love, care, and enthusiasm Gillian and her staff show to each individual and the posi­ tive reaction of each client they serve. They are a true family. Gillian and her staff are a prime example of the many services this county offers, and come next year, if you re­ ally want to contribute to a worthwhile cause, keep this program at the top of your list. All it would take to feel as I do is to stop by and visit them at the Services for Ag­ ing. I can guarantee that you will come away with a posi­ tive feeling and a priority for your 2007 contribution list. My thanks, congratula­ tions, and admiration go out to Gillian Hampton, her staff, and all responsible for the Ashe County Adult Care pro­ gram - you're the greatest! Kent M. Marsten Thanks to Style Depot To the Editor: I am writing to let you know that the spirit of giving is alive and well here in Ashe County. On December 14 my students from Ashe County High School were invited to the Style Depot inside Jeffer­ son Station. Shane Little and his staff treated my students to haircuts and styles free of charge. While they were waiting their turn, they ate breakfast compliments of Mc­ Donald's and Ingles. I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Shane Little and his staff, Don and MaryAnne Moore of McDonald's, Mark Sexton of Ingle's, and Susie Lyall for organizing our day. You truly made our Christmas very special! Holly McClure Exceptional Children's Teacher Ashe County High School PAGE FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4A g, 2007 ON ONE M*ND, WIND ENERGY KtrVJEWNRLE AND LESSENS OUT DEVEVJDENCE ON F3SSIL. F^ELS . DIZZY Letters to the Editor Thanksgiving To the Editor: Every day could be rea­ son enough for Thanksgiving here in these hills. The bluest skies. The greenest moun­ tains. The sweetest water. The best taters. Thoughtful, caring friends and neighbors together with all those met only briefly along one's jour­ ney. These days I am also espe­ cially grateful to the gentle folks over at Hospice. Bill Butcher Glendale Springs Support for wind energy To the Editor: It isn't often that my hus­ band and I feel like writ­ ing the editor to express our views but the windmill issue is important to both of us. We read about the wind­ mill proposition in your Janu­ ary 19 issue of the Jefferson Post. After reading the arti­ cle we looked down and noted the number of fallen Ameri­ cans in Iraq, 3,015, and the number of wounded, 22,951. Sadly, those numbers have continued to grow since that time. We wonder if our brave young men and women would be asked to fight and die so far from home if we weren't so dependent on the oil Iraq and the other Mid-East countries provide. If we could convert our home to clean, renewable wind energy we could reduce our dependence on heating oil. If our oil and gas money didn't help make hostile MidEastern countries rich, per­ haps we could help save an American life. Would we be willing to give up a few hill­ top views to save a G.I? You bet! To be quite honest, when we picture a few mountaintops covered in windmill farms we don't think "there goes the neighborhood", in­ stead we think that we were viewing an advanced commu­ nity that really cares about its environment and has cho­ sen a clean energy source. Anything which helps reduce acid rain and global warming is good for Ashe County and good for America. There is currently no one on one re­ placement for oil; instead sci­ entists believe that our new energy plan for America will develop technologies in sever­ al areas including windmills, solar, biodiesel fuels and hydrogen cell technologies. Clearly, we cannot provide all of North Carolina's energy needs with windmills but it's an important part of an en­ ergy solution where multiple technologies work together to reduce our oil dependence. We wonder if our fellow citizens who oppose the wind­ mill farm would be willing to W\TW POSS\B\L\T\ES the other side, you have the residents of Ashe whom the Boone crowd sees as rural, uneducated, ignorant, darkage, backwoodsmen, yahoos. Let me share a story with you. About 15 years ago, I was coming home from a business trip from Atlanta. When I got to Boone, I decided to take a relaxing walk through the ASU campus with my golden retriever to stretch out my legs after the long drive. Af­ ter crossing the campus, we were on our way back to the car. Suddenly, a campus po­ lice car drove up. The officer got out of the squad car and said "Either have the dog on a leash or get off the campus." I said OK. On the way back to the car, the same officer drove up again. This time, he stayed in the car and radioed for backup. A short time later, two vans drove up and sur­ rounded us. The first officer got out and said "I have told you to put that dog on a leash. If you continue to ignore us, I will cite you for a violation." It did not end there. He sub­ sequently asked me if I was a student. I responded by'say­ ing "No, I am not a student. I am a resident of nearby Ashe County." He ended the con­ versation by saying "Don't let me see you here again." We have not set foot on the cam­ pus since. That experience should be enough to rile any self-re­ specting Ashe County resi­ dent. I do not know if the campus officer was represen­ tative of the university, but my follow-up complaint to the college chancellor did little to dilute my negative feelings toward the university. The chancellor's response to the incident was "The officer was just doing his job." Here is what I want to say to ASU. You are only notic­ ing us now because we have something you want—WIND. If high-velocity air is what you are after, you need not look any further than your own backyard. Put all that hot air to good use. You may be the Grand Poobah in Boone, but To the Editor: you have no clout here, Bub! So, ASU is looking for a Ben Lam test laboratory for a wind Todd energy farm, consisting of 28 wind mills, each standing over 300 feet tall. The search for a site is in full swing, and their choice for the wind farm apparently is Ashe County. The editorial page of the Although wind mills make Jefferson Post is available, perfectly good environmen­ free of charge, for readers tal sense, Ashe residents have made equally convinc­ to express their views. All ing arguments against the it takes is a letter to the wind farm being built in their editor. The subject of the county, pointing to damage letters should be a matter to the local economy, noise of community interest and pollution, infrastructure de­ should be limited to 700 struction and natural scenery words. obstruction. Both sides of the Letters must be signed issue have been well publi­ with an address and cized by the Jefferson Post. phone number for verifi­ These are all powerful cation purposes. Only the arguments, but my opposi­ writer's name and com­ tion to the wind mill farm in munity will be published. Ashe is a little more personal. Letters must not be libel­ This stems from the fact that ous and no poetry will be it has grown into a Watauga accepted for publication. County versus Ashe County Please address: To the thing. On one side, the en­ Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. lightened, open-minded, Box 808, West Jefferson, educated, forward-thinking NC 28694 or email to people of Boone plugging for jthompson@jeffersonwind power, as long as it is post.com. in someone else's yard. On form a committee and pick which of our terrific men and women from Ashe County should die in Iraq to keep oil supplies up and prices down on foreign oil. Perhaps they could decide which of our forests and Christmas tree farms will receive acid rain and which parts of North Carolina and America they would like to sacrifice to glob­ al warming. We would not want to make those decisions. We would rather see Ashe County as part of the solu­ tion: a compassionate, tech­ nologically advanced county doing its part to help Caro­ lina, America, and the whole world live a cleaner, sustain­ able future. We came to the mountains to live full-time over six years ago. We love living here and we love the people of this county. Would we still buy and build in Ashe County if there were windmill farms? You bet we would!! It would tell me something positive about the hearts and minds of Ashe County residents— that they care about our na­ tions' environmental health and that they are intelligent and dedicated enough to do something positive about it. Would we like to have an elec­ tric generating windmill on my farm? Yes we would! As a mater of fact we have consid­ ered erecting a wind genera­ tor on our farm. It would be our way of becoming self-suf­ ficient and helping to support our country and a sustainable energy future. (And frankly, if a windmill keeps wildlife away we know exactly where we would put ours'— in our vegetable garden!) Please add our voice to those who look forward to windmill farms in Ashe County. Mike Bingham Cindy Bingham ASU wants our wind Express your views �FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT T\ 1 to ask Utilities Commission to delay wind energy decision JL.L^ fitte lence members /Monday evening bounty Commis1 to adopt a resolutheNC Public Utiliission to delay their a permitting a utihty /id farm in Creston. isue arose after a pub­ he by F'°- Sp<P~ rtl ha^ ov i W! W 0 lr 3tte >r lie hearine: in which commis­ commislic hearing in sioners sought comments on a county ordinance to regulate wind energy generation in Ashe. Commission Chairman Richard Blackburn read the resolution asking the Public Utilities Commission to delay their decision while the county studies the potential impact of the wind farm and called Comfor a motion to approve. Com­ missioner Judy Poe moved to adopt, but when no second was made, Blackburn said the mo­ tion was dead. Several audi­ ence members were heard to say, "Oh, you're kidding!" The commissioners have since scheduled a special called meeting for today at 5 p.m. in their regular meeting room at Ashe County Courthouse to consider a revised edition of the resolution. County Manag­ er Dan McMillan said Black­ burn contacted him about the resolution and the need to address this issue prior to the Public Utilities Commission hearing on Tuesday in Raleigh when that board will hear fur­ ther testimony on the proposed wind farm and could potential­ potentially grant the permit. The resolution asks that "the Public Utilities Com­ mission delay their decision regarding Northwest Wind Developers LLC for a period of 90 days while Ashe County determines the impact on the community and future devel­ opment of the community." Ninety days is the legal limn limit for this kind of delay, said Ashe Economic Development Direc­ tor Dr. Pat Mitchell. The commissioners conduct­ ed a first reading of a proposed ordinance regulating wind en­ ergy generation at Monday's meeting, and have scheduled a second reading with possible adoption on Feb. 19. Little League meeting set spital >ued from front page yd to the Shareholders g their annual meeting, tees must be Shareholdto hold that position in the anization. When the hos,*al was originally chartered fi 1938 and fund raising ef­ forts were under way to build he original building, shares of stock were sold, while the shares have no capital value nor are traded on any mar­ ket, they do entitle the holder to 1. Elect the Trustees who are on the Board; 2. Serve as a Trustee; 3. Approve of the disposal of any real property owned by the organization. Ashe Memorial Hospital receives no direct financial support from the county or town governments, all income generated by the hospital is a result of services provided to patients, grants applied for and received and through the fund raising activities of the AMH Foundation. JP: Is the hospital bank­ rupt? RW: No, the hospital has assets greater than its in­ debtedness. JP: Is the hospital be­ ing purchased by another hospital? RW: No, the hospital is not being purchased by another hospital or any other entity. No one has approached the Board regarding a purchase nor has the Board authorized any exploration into a pos­ sible merger or sale. JP: How many employ­ ees do you currently have and how does that relate to past employment lev­ els? RW: Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital currently has 234 fulltime positions. These 234 full-time positions are filled by 340 individuals. These in­ dividuals serve the hospital in many different roles from full-time, part-time and in as needed positions. These 340 employees are paid an aver­ age of 18,720 hours per two week pay period which gives you the 234 full-time employ­ ees (18,720 divided by 80). The average number of fulltime employees has varied over the past several years as folloW8. FTE's YEAR 240 2000 243 2001 233 2002 2003 234 2004 234 2005 250 2006 261 Current 234 Employment levels have varied over the years as the volume of business has changed in the organization, new services are added, regu­ latory requirements changed, and technology has improved. The current levels of employ­ ees are able to provide care to our patients in an efficient, safe and caring manner. JP: What is the hospital doing to reverse the nega­ tive financial situation? RW: The organization is continuing to review all of its expense areas, from employ­ ees to supplies. Whenever possible and prudent, savings are being generated through renegotiated purchasing agreements and employ­ ment levels. In addition new sources of revenue are being explored, new physicians are being recruited to join the medical staff and programs have been put into place to attract admissions from local physicians and other medical providers who do not have ad­ mitting privileges. The organization is also actively evaluating a number of Federal and State payment programs which offer pay­ ment to small and rural hos­ pitals on a cost to provide care vs. the current payment sys­ tem which pays a fixed rate of reimbursement regardless of the cost to provide that care. JP: You mentioned look­ ing at a new pay status, what does that mean? RW: Since 1983 the Fed­ eral government's insurance program Medicare has paid hospitals based upon a pro­ gram which averages the cost of many hospitals, large and small, to set a payment for all hospitals. This system has allowed the government to better control the growth in spending on Medicare while forcing the hospital industry to become more efficient. Many large and medium size hos­ pitals have flourished under this system due to their large volume of Medicare patients and patients with payment sources from other insurance companies. Small and rural hospitals have suffered under this program since they often do not have a large number of patients to obtain an average cost. Equipment in a small hospital cost sjust as much as that in a large hospital but the cost per use is greater since the volume is lower and the payment is the same. In 1993 the Small and Rural Hospital Flexibility Program was implemented by the Fed­ eral government as a method to more fairly compensate small and rural hospitals for the critical access to health­ care services they provided to their communities. This pro­ gram has come to be known as the Critical Access Hospi­ tal Program. Under this pro­ gram, hospitals which qualify are paid 101% of allowable costs for the care they pro­ vide to Medicare patients. In North Carolina, Medicaid has also chosen to reimburse hos­ pitals in this manner. Over 80% of the care provided by Ashe Memorial Hospital is to Medicare and Medicaid pa­ tients. The Board and Medi­ cal Staff of the organization are actively working to de­ termine if the hospital will qualify for participation in this program. One estimate of the financial impact devel­ oped by an independent ac­ counting firm indicates that Ashe Memorial Hospital was paid over $850,000 less than actual cost to provide servic­ es to Medicare and Medicaid patients in 2005. Since that estimate was developed reim­ bursement by Medicare has been decreased for all outpa­ tient services performed by the hospital, so the underpay­ ment increased during 2006. JP: Why has the hospi­ tal not applied for this sta­ tus before now? RW: Up until recently it was not in our best interest. The Board working together with the Medical Staff and Management of the organiza­ tion has now determined the timing is right for an applica­ tion for the Small and Rural Hospital Flexibility Program. There has been a consensus among these groups that this is the appropriate time to make this change in reim­ bursement status. Previously the reimbursement for many of the services that we pro­ vide has been much closer to our actual cost than the cur­ rent situation, this combined with the dramatic increase in the number of persons in our service area who have lost their medical insurance and cannot afford to pay for medical care has amplified the impact of reimbursement cuts by the State and Federal governments. JP: What changes will I see at Ashe Memorial if you are approved as a Critical Access Hospital? RW: The change to partici­ pation in the Small and Rural Hospital Flexibility Program will be transparent to the patients of our facility. The increased payments by the State and Federal govern­ ments will allow for contin­ ued expansion of our facili­ ties to better provide services to the patients in the area. Programs currently in place will continue to be evalu­ ated for their contribution to meeting the mission of the organization in a cost effec­ tive manner. New programs will be evaluated in the same manner, programs which help to fulfill the mission of our or­ ganization in the community and which are sustainable financially and with human resources will be carefully considered to be added. Two conditions or rules change with conversion to the Critical Access Program; 1. In-patient census is capped at 25, unless there are highly unusual circumstanc­ es such as an epidemic or the condition of the patient does not allow for a safe transfer and; 2. The average length of stay for a patient in an acute care bed will be 96 hours or less. Ashe Memorial Hospital currently meets both of these conditions and in general, has met these for the past several years. JP: I understand the hospital has recruited a new surgeon? RW: Yes, Dr. John Sundin has accepted a position as a General Surgeon at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. Dr. Sundin will be opening his office in the medical office building on April 16, 2007. We are very excited to have Dr. Sundin join the staff since his train­ ing and experience in general surgery, endoscopy and lapa­ roscopic surgery compliments the skills of our existing sur- gical staff. Originally from Virginia, Dr, Sundin has prac­ ticed for the past 10 years in Key West Florida. Dr. Sundin received his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia and completed his medical training at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond Virginia. Dr. Sundin continued his surgi­ cal training at Yale Univer­ sity where he completed his General Surgical Residency in 1992. Dr. Sundin is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery. JP: Is the hospital re­ cruiting other physicians at this time? RW: We are actively assist­ ing two existing practices in their searches for new associ­ ates in their groups. We con­ tinue to evaluate the practice opportunity for a variety of surgical and medical special­ ties in the hope of attracting additional physicians to the area. JP: What is the long term outlook for the hos­ pital? RW: I feel that Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital has a lot of work ahead of us and a great op­ portunity to develop new ser­ vices and expand the Medical Staff. Ashe County continues to grow and as new individu­ als move into the county in­ creased demand for services will be produced. Healthcare is volume dependent and im­ proved volume in out-patient and in-patient services will help the hospital to succeed. JP: What can the com­ munity do to help? RW: Support the local healthcare providers and the hospital by seeking care at home instead of out - of town. Ashe Memorial Hospi­ tal offers a wide variety of the highest quality services avail­ able in a facility our size. We have a medical com­ munity made up of excellent physicians and physician ex­ tenders who are very capable of managing the health care needs of their patients. If lo­ cal residents will seek care from the local providers then it will be easier to attract and retain physicians and other providers of primary and spe­ cialty services. I'm very proud of the hospi­ tal and the work by so many to provide excellent health­ care to you and your family here at home. The hospital was recently recognized as the National Rural Health­ care Organization of the Year by the National Rural Health Association, so we are doing a lot of things right. In closing, I believe our fu­ ture can be bright with your support! Your community hospital needs your ongoing support year after year. I encourage you to make Ashe Memorial your hospital of choice. Ashe County Little League Charter held its first meeting of the year on Jan. 30. Due to overwhelming de­ mand, it has been decided that it was necessary to restructure the previous board in order to provide fair representation of the participants of the League. Ashe County Parks and Recre­ ation is lending a helping hand to facilitate this transition, as well as Ken Guyton, the for­ mer vice-president of Ashe County Little League, who was present at the meeting to field questions or comments regard­ ing the League. Thirteen names were nomi­ nated to sit on the board, and the officers (president, vicepresident, secretary, treasurer, safety officer, etc.) will be elect­ ed at a meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 13 beginning at 6 p.m. at Family Central. If you or some­ one you know would be will­ ing to serve on the board and would like to nominate them, please call the Ashe County Parks and Recreation office at 982-6185 and leave the name with one of the staff to present at this next meeting. Wind continued from front page is a sacred place to me," he said. "I don't think they re­ alize how sacred. These are windmills, period. I don't see the debate." Calhoun said he believed the proposed ordinance to regulate wind energy genera­ tion in Ashe is good, but needs some revisions with opinions from both sides. His attor­ ney, Andrea Capua of Boone, agreed, saying the ordinance is a great start and she is en­ couraged by it, but the com­ missioners need to slow down and tweak it. She said she hopes the commissioners will educate themselves about wind energy and decide on the credible facts before making a decision. Archie Pierce of West Jef­ ferson received laughs when he told a story of building miniature stills and putting one in the governor's office. He has always been interested in alternative energy, he said, working for a company that dealt with solar energy gen­ eration. He blasted TVA for years for flooding the valleys and good farmland in order to create lakes for hydroelectric power, he said, but now fishes in those lakes and vacations in cabins that overlook the lakes. He advised the commis­ sioners to be careful with their ordinance so it won't handicap people doing what they need to do. Mike Joines of Warrensville said he hoped the commission­ ers would make an ordinance to protect the mountains as strong as the laws protecting the New River. After an hour and a half of speakers, Blackburn called for a motion on the first read­ ing of the ordinance. Com­ missioner Judy Poe made the motion, seconded by Commis­ sioner Gary Barber. It was a unanimous vote minus Com­ missioner Marty Gambill who was absent. A second read­ ing and possible adoption is scheduled for the Feb. 19 com­ mission meeting. To read a draft of the or­ dinance, go online to www. ashecountygov.com and click on ordinances. It is the last on the fist entitled Ashe County Windmill Ordinance. SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM NIM»R«IFFLNLR^LNLNTRMNINTR»LMLNLCTLCTTNTNLRTITNLM!R*TPLN»CITCITR»TRUR<LR*LRI!OTC' Theatre One 51El GIG EIGIE1' E We Are Marshall Theatre Two Norbit Movie schedule for February 9 -15, 2007 1E1E1E1G1G "•=- TK" hae t £ t l n w &' a M D y ^ f r L v i i a a ev l e t u a t ^ &a r n VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIAL * WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14™ All Inclusive Special Dinner Menu • You may choose from the following: with a leave your s\ygetheart SPEECHLESSM Mountain Two Songs Valentine Card Beautiful Flower CalhT0dayM3W*$84-4O43 O • OVEN ROASTED SALMON FILFJ TOPPED WITH SCALLOPS S SHRIMP BUERRE BLANC • CHOICE BISTRO STEAK MEDALLIONS AND CANADIAN LOBSTER TAIL • CEDAR RIVER FARMS CHOICE ALL NATURAL CENTER CUT RIBEYE STEAK • TWIN CHOICE CENTER CUT BEEF TENDERLOIN MEDALLIONS SOUTHWESTERN SEASONED, PAN SEARED WITH CHIPOTLE GARLIC MASHED POTATOES S SAUTEED FRESH SPINACH • CRISPY SLOW ROASTED ONE-HALF WHOLE DUCK FINISHED WITH AN ORANGE HONEY CHIPOTLE SAUCE All meals are served with a starch, seasonal fresh vegetables, a housesalad and fresh baked rolls All dinners include a Special Valentine's Dessert and your choice of a Glass of Champagne or House Wine FOR RESERVATIONS (seating between 5PM and 9PM) Call 336-246-5222 Price per person is $35.00 (tax and gratuity not included) Frasers Restaurant is located at 108 S. )efferson Avenue in downtown West Jefferson �PAGE 6A FRIDAY/ FEBRUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ELIGION R Pastor finds new career, home in Warrensville by Jim Thompson Editor Rev. Gregg Plott has found a new home and a new career in Warrensville. Last June, Plott was ap­ pointed pastor of the War­ rensville Charge of the Unit­ ed Methodist Church. In this position, he serves as pastor of three churches: Clifton, Smethport and Warrensville. Plott succeeded Rev. Rodney Frye, who had served the charge for eight years. Plott left his career in marketing to pursue the ministry. A graduate of UNCCharlotte, where he earned a B.S. in Criminal Justice, Plott worked for Food Fair of N.C. Inc. for 20 years, rising to become a store assistant manager and, from 1984 to 1996, advertising/marketing manager. His career next took him to Lowe's Companies Inc., where he rose from regional adver­ tising manager to director of Marketing. Then, in 2004, he left Lowe's and in August of that year became lay associate pastor of Millers Creek Unit­ ed Methodist Church in west­ ern Wilkes County. He was also appointed fundraising team leader and assistant to District Superintendent Dr. Alan Rice. This busy time was capped off when he became a full-time student in the master's of di­ vinity program at Hood Theo- Rev. Gregg Plott, his wife Kim and their daughter Mackenzie. logical Seminary in Salisbury, N.C. He plans to graduate in May 2008, and currently maintains a 3.9 GPA. Plott's goal, he says, is "Through God, to fulfill my one and only purpose in and for my life—to please God in all that I do and say," and, he added, "to 'go and make dis- ciples of all nations.'" The churches in the Warrensville Charge include: Smethport UMC has Sunday services at 9 a.m., with Sunday School at 10. Clifton has services at 10:10, with Sunday School at 11, and Warrensville has Sunday School at 10 and services at 11. NFL, churches tangl NASHVILLE, Tenn. (BP)-In an e-mail to Baptist Press Feb. 4, NFL spokesman Greg Aiello emphasized that the NFL had not altered its policy about mass out-of-home view­ ing of the league's champion­ ship game. "Nothing has changed. We have no issue with churches holding Super Bowl parties un­ der our longstanding guidelines that hundreds of churches ad­ here to every year,"Aiello wrote hours before the game. He was responding to a question about a report on WorldNetDaily.com that the NFL apparently had eased curbs on churches plan­ ning festivities related to the championship. Unknown is the impact the restrictions had on churches on game day nor what the even­ tual fallout will be for the NFL and its advertisers because of the NFL's inflexibility toward churches and favoritism to­ ward sports bars. According to an e-mail NFL attorney Rachel Margolies sent to Indianapolis' Fall Creek Bap­ tist Church Jan. 31, the NFL restricts showing of the game only on televisions not larger than 55 inches and allows only one television per audience. Also prohibited, according to her e-mail, are "events that promote a message" in con­ nection to the game, as well as entrance fees. The TV curbs es­ sentially rule out church-wide events except for the smallest of congregations. The NFL exempts some drinking establishments, ex­ cept for the prohibition against Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Corner of Faw-Roland A McNeil Sts • Jefferson (88 West • Left on McNeil, One Block) Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Bald Mm. Kd., West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Suniky Evening Worship - 7:00m Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@.skybest.com Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 bars because their "normal, everyday business operations ... are to show televised sports events. They do not bring in televisions to create a special event around our games," Ai­ ello wrote Feb 2. "That is the difference." Fall Creek, a Southern Bap­ tist congregation, was ordered by the NFL to change its plans or cancel the event. According to Aiello, the NFL objected to the church's "charg­ ing admission, using large, theatre-style screens, and ad­ vertising it," calling the viola­ tions a "misappropriation of our event." The church planned to proj­ ect the game onto a 12-foot screen and announced the event on its website, viewed mainly by members, asking for a fee, explained by Fall Creek's pastor John Newland, as an offset for the costs of snacks. SBC records show Fall Creek has about 400 members. In materials obtained Feb. 1 by Baptist Press, the NFL noti­ fied the church that the use of the "Super Bowl" name and its plan on charging admission to show the game "on a big screen" violated the NFL's copyrights. Newland responded to the NFL by saying the church would drop the admission charge and would not use the "Super Bowl" name. The NFL replied that the church still would be in vio­ lation of copyright law because it was using the large screen. The league also said the church—if it held a Super Bowl Baldwin Community Church Pastor George Norris charging for admission, waiving the restrictions for sports Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Visit With Us This Sunday Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 495 Highway 194 South Hwv 16 S. at Glendale Springs Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Service - 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDA Y - Sunday School 10:00AM MONDAY mote the church or Christia. ity. The church had planned o showing a video highlightin the Christian testimonies o Indianapolis Colts head coach Dungy and his counterpart, Lovie Smith of the Chicago Bears. "[Y]ou admit ... that part of the benefit of using our broad­ cast to host such an event is that it may allow you to bring your message of Christian val­ ues to non-Congregants; i.e., you will be using the event to promote your church and its values," NFL attorney Rachel Margolies wrote Newland. "While this may be a noble message, we are consistent in refusing the use of our game broadcasts in connection with events that promote a message, no matter the content." In a note on the church web­ site, Newland wrote to the "Fall Creek Baptist Church Family" his regret at having to cancel the intended "family friendly" event due to the NFL's enforce­ ment of the Copyright Act, not­ ing that "the only [mass out-ofhome] exceptions to view the game are given to sports bars and restaurants." "While we have argued that we only intend to provide a family oriented environment that will make no profit from the showing, the NFL claims that we cannot proceed by law," he wrote. Newland said the church chose to call off the gathering rather than challenge the issue in court. Beaver Creek Christian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Pastor, Chris Cox Community Care 6:00PM Worship 11:0<)AM and 0:00PM party conforming with t law—would not be able to pi FleetwoodNC Minister Creighton Beatty (Prayer & Outreach) Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry, Teen Tune) on faith, family A the future" Evening Service 6:30 p.m. "A Church focused- Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship Barnetl St. • West Jefferson Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 846-3954 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Non-Denominational Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00p.m. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. and He blessed them " Luke24:50 221 Burnett St.. (Off Buck Mm. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. . Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Friendly Grove Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 11:00 am A 6':(j0 pm "And He led them as far as to Bethany... Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Worship at 11:00 a.in. Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Niglu Service 6:00p.m. Monday • I.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. We would love to have you come worship with us. "A Life Worth Living!" Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you (Episcopalian) Billy Robinson - Pastor to fellowship with us ever)1 Sunday!" Aduli Sunday School - 9:30 AM Hwy. 163 West Jefferson St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 10:00 a.m. Pastor Rick Miller Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Worship* 11:00 AM Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. 846-7481 of Warrensville I Pastor: Kevin Morgan fry 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 5:00i'M English <5 7:00nt Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship <5 Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Rev. J.F. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 Smith St. (just tiff East Main), Jefferson, NC (336)246-9642 Family Time Fellowship • 9:30AM Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evening Worship - 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Phone - 982-3076 Warrensville United Methodist Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass - "Come as you are. von will bp loved" Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Seventh-Day Adventist Church Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Rev. Keith Casey 115 East Main St, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Paslor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West, Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Niglu Services 6.30 p.m. Wednesday Serv ice 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise Welcome Home Baptist Church Qffict Phone: 3)6-932-9410 • Rev. Lonnie Jones • Paslor Sunday School • 10:00AM 192 Church Street Sunday Morning Worship • i1:00AM 336-384-3391 Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship - 11:00AM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Visitors become family Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street oiul College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship - 11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. Jefferson 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. 141 Lyalle Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-962-9621 JEFFERSON POST 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpo8t.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 WIDXER Oosmrmox /. 5': M % % 4' + Continental Fume Shop * * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth * * Member of the"We Care Program" wing Safety-Klccn Environmental Service * BURGESS & SON BODY SHOP Mountain Aire A Termite & Pest Control Steakhouse Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection . 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King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 I' RASEIVS Open for Lunch & Dinner Pollard Glass The Mountain Village Shopping Center High Country Paint & Performance rVlETRI 739 US Hwy 221 Bus 246-9969 The Jewel Shoppe m 0 k 3 0 ' Hocme Kukoia-, 9nc CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates S* 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings NJ1<V We Build Your Home i The Way You Want It 1I()!V1ES www.classichomes L/ Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson. NC« 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 PAGE 7 A COMMUNITY NEWS Rep. Tarleton reports from Raleigh by Rep. Cullie Tarleton Special to the Post The General Assembly has been in session a little over a week and legislators wasted no time in getting to work on the state's business. On Tuesday morning, my col­ leagues and I received a brief­ ing on our state's economic situation, which will help us as we begin work in the com­ ing weeks on drafting a twoyear budget. On Wednesday morning we received updated information on our state's Medicaid program. Over 100 bills have been introduced so far this session in the House and Senate on a wide range of topics related to education, health care, public safety, tax­ es, the environment and local projects across the state. Please remember that you can learn more about the General Assembly by visiting www.ncleg.net. Our newly updated website allows citi­ zens to listen in on each day's legislative session, committee meetings and press confer­ ences, learn more about in­ troduced legislation, and view each day's schedule and list of bills to be voted on. The House will be back in session on Monday night at 7 pm. Next week, we will receive briefings on our crimi­ nal justice system and men­ tal health issues. Also on Tuesday, we will host the Ap­ palachian State University football team to congratulate the players and coaches on winning their second straight I national championship. introduced and sponsored a Resolution honoring the team's outstanding accom­ plishment. The Mountaineers defeated the University of Massachusetts on December 15, 2006, by a score of 28-17. As I've said many times before, I hope you will con­ tinue to let me know how you feel about the issues that are being debated by the North Carolina General Assembly and the challenges you and your family are facing each day. By working together, we can make Ashe and Watauga Counties and all regions of North Carolina a better place to live, work and raise a fam­ ilyBudget Update Number-crunching, a long list of needs, and not enough money to cover everyone's "wish list" was the theme at early morning briefings this week at the General Assembly. My colleagues and I received an overview of the state's budget and economic outlook for the coming year, which is neither "great nor grim" as a newspaper reporter de­ scribed, but somewhere in the middle. This week's briefings were our first in-depth look at the state's finances and ex- Post file photo Rep. Cullie Tarleton pected expenses as we begin our work to draft and approve a two-year budget during the next five months. First the good news: At the midway point of the current budget year, the state has ex­ ceeded expectations and col­ lected $285 million more than the $8.7 billion that state economists had predicted we would collect. However, the economy is slowing down, causing the state to collect less tax revenue than it oth­ erwise would, and our real estate market is uncertain - all of which could result in a larger budget shortfall. Furthermore, the number of people moving to North Carolina continues to in­ crease at a rapid pace. As the 10th largest state in the na­ tion now, our budget expenses such as public school enroll­ ment, teacher pay, health care costs and road improvements also continue to increase dra­ matically each year. For ex­ ample, we will need approxi­ mately $200 million more to educate the new students arriving at our public schools and universities this fall. Medicaid, which is the state's health insurance program for the disabled, poor and elderly that is funded with federal, state and county money, is expected to grow by 14 per­ cent in the coming years. The state's share of Medicaid is currently $2.4 billion, or oneseventh of the state's annual $19 billion budget. Although the next budget cycle, which begins July 1, will be tight, no one is expect­ ing anything like the "billion dollar plus" budget short­ falls a few years ago when our state's economy was in a recession and we lost tens of thousands of jobs. Legisla­ tors, who are expecting a bud­ get shortfall of $200 to $500 million, will now begin the task of looking at all areas of state government and vari­ ous programs to determine what can be made more effi­ cient or cut entirely in order to meet the growing needs of our state and her citizens. High School Graduation Rates The State Board of Educa­ tion released new high school dropout statistics on Wednes­ day, which were troubling and must be improved. According to the Annual Dropout Event Report for the 2005-06 school year, the state's dropout rate increased slightly in 200506 and is now 5.04 percent, an increase of 6.33 percent. Overall, the state recorded 22,180 students who dropped out of school in grades 9-12. Many parts of the state ex­ perienced a decrease in drop­ outs with 46 of the 115 local districts reporting decreases, including Ashe County. Un­ fortunately, Watauga County experienced an increase but corrective measures have al­ ready been put in place by our Dr. Short and her staff. Data analysis found that almost one-third (32.7 per­ cent) of all dropouts continue to occur during the ninth grade year with 25.7 percent of students dropping out in 10th grade and 22.4 percent of students dropping out in 11th grade. Dropout rates increase in frequency as stu­ dents reach 16 years of age. Seventy-nine percent of drop­ out events occurred between the ages of 16 and 18. High School dropouts concern me greatly. In today's world, we should all work hard to en­ courage our young people to stay in school. State Board of Education Chairman Howard Lee and State Superintendent of Pub­ lic Instruction June Atkinson called on legislators to in­ crease the legal dropout age. "We are sending students the wrong message when we tell them it's acceptable to drop out of school at 16," Lee said. "At a minimum, our students need a high school diploma as a stepping stone to future success." Currently, state law requires students to attend school between the ages of seven and 16, but the State Board of Education is seeking legislation to change the age requirement to 18. To access the complete dropout report released by the State Board of Education, go to: http://www.ncpublicschools.org/newsroom/ news/2006-07/20070131-01. Legislators, groups call for tax relief for working fami­ lies Legislators joined numer­ ous advocacy groups and citizens from across the state on Wednesday to call for the creation of a state earned in­ come tax credit (EITC). They urged the General Assembly to consider passing one of at least three pieces of legisla­ tion introduced so far that would provide tax relief to low-income families making less than $37,000 per year. The bills (HB 6, HB 51, and SB 7) would provide tax cred­ its equal to 5 percent or 10 percent of the federal income tax credit, which was created in 1975. In 2003, 733,000 North Carolina families applied for the federal EITC. Ap­ proximately $1.35 billion was returned to families who qualified, with the average family receiving a tax credit of $1,842. If successful, North Carolina would join 19 other states and the District of Co­ lumbia in creating a state version of the federal EITC, which could mean anywhere from $90 to $180 in tax relief for qualifying families. Other Legislative Highlights Below are several bills that have been introduced in the House during the last week: • Based on recommen­ dations of the House Select Committee on Sex Offender Registration and Internet Crimes Against Children, several bills were introduced which I co-sponsored that will increase criminal penalties for sex offenders and better protect our children. - House Bill 27, Duty to Report Child Porn; House Bill 28, Up Pen­ alties/Sex Offenses with Child Victim; I also co-sponsored the fol­ lowing bills: • House Bill 9, School Cap­ ital Fund Formula/Lottery Proceeds, would change the current formula for distribut­ ing lottery funds to counties for school construction. The original lottery bill, which passed in 2005, called for an estimated $170 million each year to be divided among the state's 100 counties based on their number of students and the county's property tax rate. HB 9 would distribute lottery funds based solely on the number of students. Watauga and Ashe would receive more lottery proceeds under this bill. • The Joint Legislative Committee on Domestic Vio­ lence recommended several bills that would better protect domestic violence victims and increase criminal penalties for abusers, including: House Bill 44, Domestic Violence Or­ ders/Repeat Violators. • House Bill 23, Funds for Statewide Health Promotion, and House Bill 25, Funds for Healthy Carolinians, would raise awareness of heart dis­ ease, stroke, diabetes, cancer and obesity and discourage physical inactivity, poor nu­ trition and smoking at health departments across the state. • House Bill 24 would pro­ hibit smoking in buildings owned, leased or occupied by starte government due to health risks associated with secondhand smoke. The Gen­ eral Assembly buildings be­ came smoke-free last year. ttEGAL CINEMAS » REGAL EUtFRT AINMEnT GWOUP COMPAK * Pass / Discount Ticket Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 828 262 3800 800-FANDANGO 254» 210 New Market St Center Adv. 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EMB1-06-1525 ' �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Valentine's dinner and dance at Riverview Community Center School Lunch Menu Feb. 12-16 Monday: Cheese Sticks with Dipping Sause, Tossed Salad, Fruit, Cookie, Milk Tuesday: Taco with Shredded Cheese and Lettuce, Salsa, Cinnamon Bun, Applesauce, Milk Wednesday: Chicken Nuggets, Baked Potato, Glazed Carrots, Roll, Valentine's Dessert, Milk Thursday: Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Tossed Salad, Roll, Fruit, Milk Friday: BBQ on Bun, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Fruit, Milk Friday February 9 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for Heart Month. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 6 p.m.: An Evening on the Mountain. Meet at 1st over­ look. Grab a warm jacket, a hat & some gloves and drive on up to Mount Jefferson, and enjoy the view. Meet the park ranger at the first overlook and explore the some of the mysteries and wonders of the mountain and the night sky. Snow or Rain cancels program (336) 2469653 Saturday, February 10 8:30 a.m. 11 Sweethearts Brunch a.m.: Varied Menu, at the Fleetwood Community Center. Parking off Railroad Grade Road. Come on out and score some points with your sweetie and support Fleetwood Community Center ing From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. All programs are free and open to the public. (336) 246-9653 Monday February 12 5:30 p.m.: The Ashe Y< Youth Connection, part of the Governor's One-on-One Program, is scheduled to hold a training for mentors who are to be matched with at-risk youth in the community. The training is scheduled for 5:30 to 9:30 pm at the Cooperative Extension Office in Jefferson (located in the agricultural building next to the courthouse). For more information contact Debbie Smith at Cooperative Extension at 336-219-2650. Thank you. 5:30 p.m.: Come one, come all to the next Team Captains meeting of the Ashe County Chapter of the American Cancer Society, Relay for Life. The meeting will be held at Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church at 5:30 p.m. If you haven't formed a team, but want to, or are thinking about it, please plan to attend. It is never too late to come and join the Relay Team. Information about the role of team captain, fundraising ideas and final plans for the womanless beauty pageant will be shared. If you've thought about the "perfect man" for the pag­ eant since the Relay Kick-Off meeting, come and share his information. There can never be enough contestants! If you have questions, please do not hesitate to call the Ashe County Co-Chairs for Relay, DeAnna S. Lewis and Amy Dollar. DeAnna can be reached Tuesday February 13 at (828) 964-3930 and Amy at 877-3949 if you are unable to attend. You can also call the American Cancer Society toll free at 1 -(800) ACS-2345 for information about all cancer related topics as well as Relay for Life. registration and ends at 1:15 p.m. with lunch. The workshop cost is a $15 per person, which includes lunch. The event is sponsored by North Carolina Cooperative Extension. Titled "Profitable Produce: A Workshop on Legal Liability and Handling Food Safely," the workshop will feature presen­ tations by Dr. Lynn Turner, a professor of food science at North Carolina State University, Shirley Outlaw of the North Carolina Farm Bureau, and Ted Feitshans, an extension specialist in agricultural and resource economics at N.C. State University. Turner will talk about "Good Agricultural Practices for Raw Produce Handling," while Outlaw will discuss liability insurance and Feitshans' topic will be avoiding liability lawsuits. 11 a.m.: Keep-the-HeatOn Luncheon at Jefferson Methodist Church Fellowship hall. Serving: Potato or Vegetable Soup, cornbread, dessert, and drink for $6.00. Entertainment provided by local musicians. Dine in, take out, or delivery (within five miles). Sponsored by the 'We Care Planning Committee' (BROC). Fundraiser for the emergency fuel assistance program. 6 p.m.: High Country Christian Singles Valentine Meal and Fellowship. $5.00 for meal (First time Guests eat free) at Mt. Vernon Church (in the Meadowview room) Bamboo Road, Boone. 7 p.m. Program: Fellowship & Fun. Come and bring a friend! For more information call 828-2669700, or 828-964-8577, or visit www.mtvernonchurch.org. All Singles are Welcome. 6 N. Jefferson Ave. (formerly Chamber of Commerce Office) 6 p.m. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ 6:30 p.m.: High Country Christian Businessmen. In ond Monday of each month. The February meeting will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The program will include a dis­ cussion of the use of conifers in the home garden by Delia Riley, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more informa­ tion on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. the Hollar & Greene Building (across from Mack Brown Auto). Learn what the owner of a 16 billion dollar business has to say about life and success. Come and bring a friend. For more information call: 828-9648577, or visit www.mtvernonchurch.org. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Republican Party will have its monthly meeting held at Wednesday February 14 6:30 p.m.: The Disabled American Veterans and Auxiliary will have their monthly meeting at the VFW 10 a.m.: A workshop for com­ mercial fruit and vegetable growers that will focus on safe building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. food handling and legal liability issues will be held Feb. 14 at the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Forsyth County Center in WinstonSalem. The half-day workshop is designed for fruit and vegeta­ ble growers who sell their pro­ duce at farmers' markets and through pick-your-own opera­ tions. It begins at 10 a.m. with 6:30 p.m.: The Board of Directors and officers of the Ashe County Historical Society will hold it's February meeting at the temporary Ashe County Historical Museum, across the street from the 1904 Ashe County Courthouse in Jefferson. 10:30 a.m.: The Ashe County Retired School Personnel (RSP) will meet at Winner Circle RestuaranL J. D. Parsons, Resouce Officer at Ashe County High, will be the guest speaker. Be pre­ pared to contribute to the N.C. Foundation for Public School Children, a foundation that helps needy children across the state with things they need for school, like eyeglasses and shoes. All retired school per­ sonnel are invited to attend. 11:30 a.m.: Parkinson's Support Group - "Ashe Movers and Shakers" will meet at Smoky Mt. Barbecue. Call 846-0781. Thursday February 15 What Else Can I Do with What I've Got? at the Bakersville Fire Department. All farmers and producers in Western North Carolina are invited take advantage of a series of work­ shops being offered throughout the region on issues that affect today's farmer, from agritourism issues to product liability. This series will include informa­ tion on entrepreneurship, how to start and succeed with a new farm venture, ways to mini­ mize liability and other risks to farm businesses, and provide individual assistance with writ­ ing business plans. Workshop participants will be eligible to receive continued support for the development and implemen­ tation of their business plans throughout 2007. Additionally, participants that attend at least two workshops in the threepart series will receive a free copy of Building a Sustainable Business, A Guideto Developing a Business Plan for Farms and Rural Businesses. Friday February 16 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. 7 p.m.: Bluegrass bands Bluegrass 1101 and Backstreet in concert at the Ashe County Library. Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 846- 3 p.m.:AgVenture Feasibility: continued on page 9A mm 10 a.m.: Sibling Class for children 2 to 6 years of age are designed to prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call to sign up at 846-0734. i*. JJ 10 a.m: Childbirth Refresher Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. For those who already have a child but would like a refresher of the class. Call 846-0734. W, f 11 a.m.: Childbirth Refresher Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. For those who already have a child but would like a refresher of the class. Call 846-0734. Valentine's Day Treasures 2 p.m.: Jeffersonian View. Meet at 2nd Overlook. Visit with a Ranger at the 2nd Overlook as he dives into the history of Mount Jefferson and the sur­ rounding valley and mountains. Participants will identity moun­ tains in three states. This free program is weather dependent. Please dress appropriately for the winter weather. Journey jewelry Starting At 6:30 p.m.: The Riverview Community Center will once again host the annual Valentine Dinner/Dance. The 199 center is located at 11719 NC Hwy 88 West, Creston. A roast beef dinner will be served and there will be a variety of enter­ tainment for your dancing and listening pleasure. Tickets are on sale for $15 each. Call the Center at 385-9812 or Margaret Allen at 385-4342 7:30 p.m.: Kody Norris, Tom Isaacs and the Watauga Mountain Boys - Traditional 7:30 p.m.: Humorist Kelly Swanson makes a return visit to Ashe County bring­ ing her own brand of down home humor with a wacky cast of southern characters. «v rfj 1 STARTING AT Ms. Swanson's one woman show, "It's All Fun and Games Til the Hair Gets Messed Up" will have the audience bounc­ ing between tears and laughter. Sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council, the performance will be at the Ashe Arts Center. Tickets are available in advance at the Arts Center or with a credit card by phone. Ticket price is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Seating is on a first come, first-served basis. For reservations or for more infor­ mation, call 336.846-ARTS. Available in Platinum, Yellow or White Gold $299 IN-STORE FINANCING Sunday, February 11 US 221 Access Community Building. Celebrate Southern Appalachian music with local musicians as they play Traditional, Old Time and Bluegrass. All musicians are welcome, so bring your instru­ ment and join in, or bring a chair and enjoy the entertain­ ment. Participants will meet at the New River State Park US 221 Access Community build­ 99 $ Past, Present & Future Diamond Ring Mountain style bluegrass at Heritage Hall Mountain City, TN 37683 423-727-7444 2 p.m.: Music on the River at New River State Park. Diamond Circle Pendant STARTING AT s. 4i\ NM i Member JA • SJO • NCJA 90 DAY SAME-AS-CASH ' FINANCING ' <3 •f •-7S m mJKmk: BRAND JEWELRY Wal-Mart Shopping Center, Wilkesboro, NC Email: diaking@wilkes.net 1 -336-667-2257 1 -888-591 -3174 Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:30am - 6:00pm lk �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY EVENTS Free pinto bean dinner at Democratic headquarters in West Jefferson continued from page 8A 2041 for more information. Saturday February 17 Ultrascreen will be conduct­ ing screenings for cancers. The screenings will be con­ ducted at Mt. Paddy Church in Jefferson. Appointments are necessary and can be obtained by calling toll-free 877-7633344, or by calling Joyce Borchert at 336-877-2069 for more details. 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family Central Conference Room. This will be a three hour training. Call 846-0781 for more infor­ mation. 10 a.m.: In observance of National Child Passenger Safety Week, February 11-17, Safe Kids Watauga County and Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury will offer car seat inspections between 10 am and 2 pm at Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury. 10:30 a.m.: Inaugural High County Disc Golf Charity ICE BOWL Tournament, at the "New" High Country Disc Golf Course @ Ashe Co. Park, Jefferson, NC. All pro­ ceeds to benefit Ashe Co. Partnership for Children. $15 entry fee also get's you a disc and a chance at winning a lot of great prizes! Registration from 9-10am. First round tee time @ 10:30am>quick lunch break>second round to follow>then Awards. Whatever the weather may bring, either the Cold Rain or snow, let the good times throw, it's an ICE BOWL! If you'd like to par­ ticipate, donate, sponsor, get more info., or help in any way, please contact Todd Patoprsty @ (336) 649-0888, or boxofrain@skybest.com 1 p.m.: Amphibolite Strange but True. Meet at Picnic Shelter. There is something strange down been beneath the ground on Mt. Jefferson. It has been here for nearly 300, million years, and because of it, Mt. Jefferson has become a botanical wonder and a home for nearly 700 different kinds of plants. Come up to get a closer look at this strange dark rock known as Amphibolite. We will be hiking along the ridge, Bring a coat, hat, gloves and hiking boots or shoes. 7 p.m.: New River Volunteer Fire Dept. will host Rook Tournaments. Cost to play is $5 per person. Sunday February 18 1 p.m.: Chinese New Year Celebration. The High Country FCC (Families with Chinese & Asian Children) will be celebrating Chinese New Year at Greenway Baptist church. If you have a Chinese or Asian child please come and join in the fun! for more info contact Patricia at (828) 898-4120. 1 p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike. Meet at Picnic Shelter. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecologi­ cal interconnections and ener­ gy exchanger that makes life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a variety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Tuesday February 20 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Party will hold their pricinct meeting at the headquarters. The encour­ age all intrested persons to come out and help organize the pricincts. Wednesday February 21 9 a.m.: The Annual Ashe County State of Health and Community Forum will be held at Ashe Services For Aging. Call Nancy Kautz at 846-0781. Friday February 23 iry 7:30 p.m.: Mark Niz ; Nizer at the Ashe Civic Center. Juggling, meet in the Area Conference Room, Suite 404 Oak Summit, 895 Stat Farm Road, Boone. The public is invited to attend. 7 p.m. They invite everyone to Tuesday February 27 Ever wonder, "So what's the big deal about Jesus?" Many people are interested in Jesus, respect him, even worship him, but question why his life, death, and resurrection are so important. FaithBridge United Methodist Church's next sermon series will address this question and will encourage us to not only THINK about Christian discipleship but TRY IT OUT, through what we will call 'The Jesus Experiment". Beginning February 11th and concluding Easter Sunday, April 8th, our pastor's sermons will walk through the Gospel of Mark week by week, focusing on Jesus and his challenge: "Follow Me." In each sermon in this series, we will receive the "Experiment of the Week" which will allow us to put into practice our discipleship (following Jesus). The community is invited to join us in participating in 'The Jesus Experiment". If you've always wanted to understand more about who Jesus is and why He is so important, this is a sermon series you will not want to miss! Come grow with us, by walking alongside Jesus and getting to know Him. FaithBridge United Methodist Church worships on Sundays at 11am at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium (the former Blowing Rock Stage Company location) on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock. Our worshipstyle is informal and nontraditional. Dress Is casual and free quality child care is provided. To find out more about us, visit our website at www.faithbridgeumc. org or call (828) 295-8333. I 7 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic party will hold their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain Barbeque. Ongoing Events Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions American Red Cross: O Positive, B Positive, O Negative, A Negative, and B Negative remain at EMERGENCY status. The overall inventory remains at CRITICAL status. Over 1000 units were lost from today and yesterday's schedule due to bad weather. • There is an urgent need for 5 blood types—O pos, O neg, B pos, B neg and A neg • The blood supply has been low since the holidays but has been further reduced by the wintry weather felt across the state. • The weather' experienced this past week caused the cancellation of many drives throughout the state. As a result, the Red Cross could not collect more than 825 units of much needed blood. • In the greater NC area, the Red Cross distributes about 1600 blood products to area hospitals for patient use. We serve 103 hospitals. • Call 1-800-234-1646 x 209 for more information about upcoming blood drives in Ashe County. • All donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in general good health. THE CHILDBIRTH/NEWBORN CARE CLASSES AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WILL NOWBEHELDONTHURSDAY EVENINGS (NOT TUESDAYS) AT 7 p.m. BEGINNING ON THURSDAY FEBRUARY 8TH. The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until come by and visit. "The Jesus Experiment" at FaithBridge most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10am 5pm. Please call 336-846-7492 mailbox #7, or 828-406-1985 for an appointment and directions. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold February services - at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. The AsheCounty Garden Club meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. If you have an interest in gardening and you would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for further information. Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Sign up is under way for the 21st Annual Ashe County Checkers Classic. The tournament is played at the Deluxe Barber Shop in West Jefferson during February and is sponsored by Miller Insurance and Deluxe Barber Shop. All serious checkers players come by or call 846-5471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteer Fire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March, prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by You're Invited To Our special One Day Event! Of The Hills - Has Moved into Your Neighborhood Edward Elliott,Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia, tendinomuscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, Credit Problems? MMH CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW <ybu Art Cordially Invited to an Qp£9{!HotW for Hie Segraves Care Center (Dining (Room, (Resident 'Bath Area and9(urse's Station, the (HospitalCommunications Center and the (Physical(Therapy (Department. on Sunday, February 11,2007 from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND 6-speed Automatic • 5.7 litre V8 381 Horsepower *401 Torque HE'S BIG, POWERFUL & TOUGH! THE ALL NEW 2007 TOYOTA TUNDRA This Is One Tough King! Are vou This Tough? A One Day Event For Tough People Like You Please Join Toyota Scion Of Boone For The All New 2007 Tundra Launch Spectacular. Compare your truck with the new King of the hiils. When: Monday, February 12, 2007 Time: 7:00am to 7:00pm Where: Toyota Scion Of Boone Norman Cheek's Some tough ~ ' prizes being given away all day long. BBQ Served so come hungry! comedy, variety - a show for the entire family. $8 adults, $5 students Saturday February 24 TOYOTA 7a.m.: The Annual Heart Breakfast will be held at Winners Circle Restaurant. For more information call Judi Leek at 846-1109 Monday February 26 5 p.m.: The New River Behavioral HealthCare Human Rights Committee will assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 OF BOONE . It www.toyotaofboone.com (828)264-1491 or (800)559-1491 665 East King Street BOONE Locally Owned & Operated, customers Have Put Their Trust In us For Over 26 Years! �PAGE 10A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS BROC sponsors 'Keep the Make It fun and Heat On' Luncheon the family will help by The FlyLady Maria Cilley As Sidetracked people, we are put off by anything that sounds like mundane house­ work! We are a fun loving people. Why do we have to be stuck doing jobs that we think will take us forever, when others are out having great time. I have heard you many times as well as my own voice. We have a chal­ lenge every day to muster up enough gumption to get our frannies moving. This is why I have tried to make it fun. Timers have added an ex­ tra bit of fun and challenge to a project, but they also keep us on track. We all need to be reminded from time to time what we are working on. We can stay focused if all we have to do is 15 minutes. Children love timers too. House work is such an ugly word. This is why I have tried to help you realize that you are not working when you are blessing your fam­ ily! We have been raised to believe that house cleaning is an all day affair. No one needs to spend that kind of time maintaining your home. When you establish your routines and start dancing through your day with every move blessing your family, it is not like work at all! I have always hated to dust. My mother made us remove everything from the tables, then dust and put ev­ erything back; it took what seemed hours. Now all I do is pull out my magic feath­ er dusting wand and buzz around my home while I am on the phone and before I know it, our whole home, ev­ ery surface has been dusted. No mess or fuss! It has been done and I felt like a fairy princess gliding and dancing around my home. When was the last time you had that much fun dusting. If you take 2 minutes and feather dust every day, you will never have to see dusty finger streaks on your fur­ niture. You know the ones where someone in the family writes, "DUST ME!" In fact you may never see dirt and dust again. A real feather duster is a fun tool and mine even has some purple feathers in it. I feel so special when I use it. Just let me warn you, they can be addictive. When your family sees how much fun you are having, they will want to , do it for you! This is kind of like Tom Sawyer whitewash­ ing the fence. Children love them too; a tool becomes a toy that does a job in the hands of your babies. Of course, you have to set the example and teach them how to use it. Have you ever wondered how to get your children ex­ cited about keeping their rooms clean? I have a friend who figured it out many years ago and now she is making it available to everyone. Her creativity has children clean­ ing their rooms all over the world. Pam Young created the persona of the House Fairy. Go check out this other great tool for our children; www. HouseFairy.org. Your chil­ dren will run to clean their rooms. Housework doesn't have to be dreaded, it can become a fun family game with ev­ eryone pitching in. You just need to make it enjoyable. helping local residents with heating costs. Lunch will be served 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the fellow­ ship hall of Jefferson United Methodist Church. Menu con­ sists of potato or vegetable soup, cornbread, dessert and drink for $6. Dine in, take out, or delivery within 5 miles. Call 977-8521 or 384-4543 for delivery and schedule that by 5 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 12. While enjoying a hot bowl of soup and cornbread, listen to the sounds of local musi­ cians. Scheduled are Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Jeremiah from 11:15 a.m. to noon, the Moun­ tain Overtones Barbershop Chorus 12-12:30 p.m., Steel Magnolias 12:30-1 p.m. and Wayne Henderson and Herb Key 1-1:30 p.m. Snow date for the luncheon is Tuesday, Feb. 20. High efficiency boiler lowers gas bills The 2006 summer flood­ ing in eastern Massachusetts gave homeowner John Patino-Bueno no choice but to re­ place his existing boiler. His existing system was a castiron hot water boiler with an annual efficiency rating (AFUE) of 80 percent. Mr. Patino-Bueno was aware of the rising cost of gas, so he knew he wanted high efficiency in his next unit. Looking for expertise, John hired Bob Gagnon Plumbing & Heating to do the boiler replacement and expressed his wish to install a high effi­ ciency boiler. Bob has been in­ stalling Utica Boilers for over 10 years and recommended the Utica UB95M boiler be­ cause of its reliability, quality construction and fuel savings. The UB95M has an AFUE of 95 percent, which qualifies for the Federal Tax Credit of $150. The Utica UB95M boiler is a cast aluminum modulating condensing boiler. The modu­ lation feature allows the boil­ er to change its heat output relative to actual current load requirements. Modulating boiler applications are best for larger homes with many or small zones. In these appli­ cations, the boiler will modu­ late to a lower output versus cycling on and off when the smaller zones call for heat, reducing temperature swings and maximizing comfort. John took Bob's recommen­ dation and had the UB95M boiler installed. He has since had greater comfort in his home and has commented that the boiler is so quiet he can hardly hear it. John is awaiting his next month's utility bill to see how much he'll be saving from his pur­ chase decision, which he sur­ mises will be a great deal. For more information on Utica Boilers including the UB95M, please visit www.uticaboilers.com. The 5th Annual Children's Trust Fund Valentine Dinner, Dance and Auction fundraiser will be held at Jefferson Land­ ing on Saturday, Feb. 10, begin­ ning at 6:30 p.m. with dinner and ending with dancing to the music of White Chocolate - The Band until midnight. All proceeds from the din­ ner, dance, and auction go to benefit the Ashe County Children's Trust Endowment Fund. The Ashe County Children's Trust Endowment is devoted to supporting the Ashe Coun­ ty Partnership for Children (ACPC) and Ashe County 4H programs. The endowment committee strives to build a For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her new book, Body Clutter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. ost.com Enjoy some delicious win­ tertime fare and great music while helping neighbors with the "Keep the Heat On Lun­ cheon" scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 13 in Jefferson. A fundraiser sponsored by the We Care Planning Committee of the Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission (BROC), the luncheon will raise money for the emergen­ cy fuel assistance program, permanent unrestricted en­ dowment which will1 provide direct financial resources for programs conducted by Ashe County 4-H and Ashe County Partnership for Children to enrich the quality of life for all children in Ashe County. About the Endowment Fund: • Established to benefit children in programs provided through Ashe County 4-H and Partnership for Children. • Serves children birth to 19 years of age. • Funds contributed to the endowment are invested to insure support for years to come for children's programs in Ashe County. • All funds go directly into the endowment and benefit children directly. • Some things made pos­ sible since its creation include evacuation cribs for infants in day care setting; garden sup­ plies for children gardening projects; camp scholarships; college applications for mi­ grant students; physical edu­ cation programs and equip­ ment; and counseling sessions for children of domestic vio­ lence. For additional informa­ tion on the endowment and how to obtain tickets for this great night of dinner, dancing and fun, call (336) 219-2650 or (336) 982-4588. 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The eight teams were able to play at least 18 games each team. Each team consisted of five players on the court with one goalkeeper and four field players. Due to court restrictions, the league games were played with a Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) approved ball, which is approximately the equivalent of a size three-soccer ball. FIFA regulates that a FIFA Approved Futsal ball may not bounce higher that 50 c.m. when dropped from a height of two meters. This This week in Husky sports rule was implemented due to the intense rebounds that occur while playing indoor soccer. The league held their games and practices at Family Central thanks to the generosity of the Ashe County Parks and Recreation Department for the use of the gym. Wayne C able and Greg Keys were the operators that first organized the league. When asked to comment on the first season of the Ashe Futsal Photo courtesy of Ashe Futsal League The Southeastern Specialty Vehicles claimed the first ever championship with a record of League, they commented: "We were impressed with the advancements the teams made throughout the season and how they adjusted to the faster paced game than traditional soccer. Each of the eight teams played a great season and we hope that the kids enjoyed the season and continue to improve their skills. Hopefully next year more kids and parents will get involved so we can grow and make the sport of soccer grow in Ashe County. We would like to say thanks to Daniel Quinn and everyone at Family Central for providing us with a place to practice and play. We would also like to thank Laura Bowers and Mike Eldreth for their help with advertising the league. Lastly, a thanks to the kids, parents, coaches, and sponsors for their time and hard work invested into the league and for making the idea of a Futsal league in Ashe* County possible. We had a lot of fun and was The 7, 8, and 9 year old division did not have sufficient enough numbers for multiple teams but still participated through scrimmages and special practices geared towards skill devel­ opment and fundamentals. Photo courtesy of Ashe Futsal League and Tom Reeves The AEV Light Blue team finished with a record of 10-0-2. impressed with the success of the first season and hope to improve next year." The league would also like to thank the local businesses that were gracious enough to sponsor a team. The businesses that provided financial help for each team includes: State Drywall, White Cross Studios, Carolina Design Floors, Phipps Construction, Mountain Meadow Appraisals, Southeastern Specialty Vehicles, and AEV. Photo courtesy of Ashe Futsal League and Tom Reeves The Mountain Meadow Appraisals Green team finished with a record of 11-3-6. Photo courtesy of Ashe Futsal League and Tom Reeves Photo courtesy of Ashe Futsal League and Tom Reeves The Phipps Construction Grey team finished with a record of 4-3-11. The White Cross Studios Purple team finjshed with a record of 2-3-13. Photo courtesy of Ashe Futsal League and Tom Reeves The Skyline Red. team finished the season with a record of 15-2-3. Photo courtesy of Ashe Futsal League and Tom Reeves Carolina Design Floors sponsored black team finished with a record of 4-1-13. The Photo courtesy of Ashe Futsal League and Tom Reeves The State Drywall Teal team finished with a record of 1-1-16. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS AYBL Standings As of Feb. 9,2007 3rd/ 4th Grade Boys Won 9 8 4 4 3 2 1 Team Bobcats Grizzlies Spurs Sonics Heat Bucks Celtics Loss Flayed % 9 100.0 0 9 88.9 1 4 8 50.0 9 44.4 5 9 33.3 6 7 9 22.2 7 8 12.5 3rd/ 4th Grade Girls Won 8 6 6 4 4 2 0 Team Stars Rockers Little Huskies Timberwolves Shock Lady Hawks Storm % Loss Played 0 2 3 4 5 7 9 8 8 9 8 9 9 9 100.0 75.0 66.7 50.0 44.4 22.2 0.0 Won Loss 8 1 7 2 6 3 4 5 1 8 1 8 Wizards Lakers 76ers Blazers Bulls Suns % 88.9 77.8 66.7 44.4 11.1 11.1 Played 9 9 9 9 9 9 < 5th/ 6th Grade Girls Team Won 8 7 6 5 3 2 0 1 2 3 3 6 7 9 % Loss Played Comets Mystics Panthers Sparks Jazz Jets Miracle 9 9 9 8 9 9 9 by Appalachian Sports Information STATESBORO, Ga. - D.J. Thompson continued his mastery over Georgia South­ ern with 24 points in a 77-55 rout of the Eagles in Hanner Fieldhouse Monday evening. Thompson was one of four Mountaineers to score in double-figures with Jeremy Clayton recording his ninth double-double of the season as well. The Apps took the lead four minutes into the contest and never trailed again to improve to 18-6 overall and 10-3 in the Southern Con­ ference. With Wofford's win over UNC Greensboro, the Apps assumed control of first place in the North Division. GSU fell to 10-13 and 3-9 in 88.9 77.8 66.7 62.5 33.3 22.2 0.0 AYBL 5th and 6th Boys Schedule Time Westwood Noon 1 p.m. Bulls vs Wizards Lakers vs Suns 2 p.m. Blazers vs 76ers AYBL 5th and 6th Girls Schedule Time 11 a.m. Teams Sparks vs Jets Noon 1 p.m. 2 p.m. Panthers vs Mystics 7 p.m. The Huskies vs Midtown Motors Jets vs Miracle Mtn. View Conference Teams Lady Hawks vs Rockers Bobcats vs Grizzlies •% NORTH SURRY ASHE COUNTY FORBUSH STARMOUNT WILKES CENTRAL SURRY CENTRAL NORTH WILKES Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball January 31, 2007 Ashe County Builders Jefferson Post 6.1 50 Ashe County Builders Dillon Poe Nathan Barker Jefferson Post Ricky Hurt Kyle Denny 31 12 ^ NORTH SURRY WILKES CENTRAL FORBUSH NORTH WILKES STARMOUNT SURRY CENTRAL ASHE COUNTY / 14 13 8 The Huskies The Huskies Jake Miller Ricky Pelton New River Motors Timber Creek Landscaping 23 14 20 17 28 16 5 9 18 15 16 12 12 21 • Men's Basketball 73 49 Conference Season WON LOST WON LOST NORTH SURRY STARMOUNT SURRY CENTRAL ASHE COUNTY WILKES CENTRAL FORBUSH 51 49 10 9 4 4 4 3 0 1 6 7 7 7 19 16 9 13 12 8 3 4 13 8 9 13 NORTH WILKES 2 8 5 14 For All Your Golf, Work 6 Utility Needs Need a Car? CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW Who is the Toughest & Baddest Man in the Area? § REWARD WANTED ^3BT- $1,500.00 play » 0 win Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. 310 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 brgcuvi@earthlink.net 9 Credit Problems? FLY!!! 1 2 3 3 3 4 5 New River Motors Kevin Jenkins THE FISTS WILL 5 4 3 3 3 2 1 Through games as of February 05, 2007 21 11 11 The Strom vs Shock THEY'RE BAD ... 3 3 4 11 14 15 15 12 Spurs vs Celtics THEY'RE TOUGH.. 19 18 17 10 7 7 5 Conference Season WON LOST WON LOST 63 36 Big Dave's Auto Dustin Farmer Matt Peters 0 2 3 5 8 9 9 Through matches as of February 05, 2007 FINAL 13 11 Big Dave's Auto Woods Plumbing 10 9 7 5 3 1 1 Wrestling Steven Phillips 23 Tim Miller 10 Timber Creek Landscaping Justin Grubb 19 Regional Championships Season WON LOST WON LOST Gates/ Current Chiropractic Joey Pollard 21 Monte Ballou 12 Heat vs Bucks 10 a.m. Timberwolves vs Little Huskies 11 a.m. Celtics vs Sonics Noon Stars vs Timberwolves 1 p.m. 2 p.m. Through games as of February 05, 2007 9 p.m. Ashe Chiropractic vs AEV/ Mo's Boots Darren Dotson AYBL 3rd and 4th Boys and Girls Schedule Time 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Women's Basketball 8 p.m. New River Motors vs Odie Gilbert Const. Gates/ Current Chiropractic Comets vs Sparks to cut the deficit to 16, 41-25, going into the break. Thompson scored 15 of his points in the opening half as the Mountaineers forced 11 turnovers and converted those into 10 points. ASU only committed two miscues in the half and made good on 47 percent of its shots from the floor. The Apps continued to add to their lead in the sec­ ond half and ran it out to 23 points on a Kellen Brand fast-break layup with 10 minutes remaining to make the score 58-37. GSU got no closer than 20 points the rest of the way as the Mountain­ eers maintained their inten­ sity for the full 40 minutes. MVAC Standings 6 p.m. Woods Plumbing vs Gates/ Current Chiropractic Woods Plumbing John Treva Teams Location Blue Ridge Westwood season with 12 points and 10 boards. The Eagles, who came into the game shoot­ ing 45 percent, were limited to 37 percent shooting by the Mountaineer defense. ASU built up an early sixpoint, 14-8, lead with 13:47 left in the first half and then held the Eagles without a field goal for the next 7:15 to take an 11-point, 27-16 lead. The Apps extended that lead with four three-point­ ers in the final five minutes of the half, including one by Thompson to run the lead up to 18, 41-23, with a minute remaining for the largest lead of the half. The Eagles got a jumper from Anthony Marshall in the final minute Industrial League Basketball Scott Patrick Location Location Blue Ridge league play with its fourthconsecutive loss to ASU. Appalachian converted at a 45-percent clip from the field and its staunch press forced 21 Georgia Southern turnovers which it turned into 23 points. ASU only committed 12 turnovers and shot 71 percent from the free-throw line. Clayton had 13 points, 10 rebounds and a career-high six blocks while Demetrius Scott had 16 points on 6-of10 shooting. Nate Cranford scored 10 points, nine of them from three-point range and the other on the back end of a four-point play. Donte Gennie had 14 points in the loss while Louis Graham recorded his 11th double-double of the Monday February 12, 2007 Schedule 5th/ 6th Grade Boys Team Apps improve to 10-3 with win over GSU THE TOUGHEST AND BADDEST MEN (18-40) No Entry Fee - Just Guts Man Enough? Sign Up Now Brawlers Only • No Pros BOONE ARMORY FRIDAY & SATURDAY • 8 PM FEB. 23 & FEB. 24, 2007 PLUS TROPHY & TITLE ADVANCE TICKETS-$13 • At Door-$15 • Kids 12 & Under-$6 TO ENTER - SIGN UP NOW AT ADVANCE TICKET OUTLETS Watsonatta Western World, West King St. Sanctioned NC Boxing Commission - Not affiliated with other boxing events Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment FAST • ACCURATE • FRIENDLY . • Fast Loans on Refunds Quality Service . 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Try some of these home improvement ideas while winter is still here for a fresh outlook once summer arrives: 1) Paint Walls and Ceilings A fresh coat of paint can add an entire new feel to a room at a reasonably low cost. Applying a new coat of your existing color can make your room look neat and clean because it will cover dirt and smudges that inevitably get on walls. For a more commanding change, try an entire new color! Look at the furniture and features of a room and try to pick a color that combines these. Finish with a clean ^vvhite color on your ceiling for a completely updated look. 2) Restore Furniture Because replacing furniture can be costly, consider updating the pieces you have. Repainting a chest or cabinet can turn something that is outdated into a unique and usable item. Because paint color becomes outdated, as well as gets cracked and chipped, consider refinishing. Because you will be indoors and chemicals can be harsh and difficult to use, invest in a heat gun to easily remove paint without the messy and environmentally hazardous chemicals. Wagner, a paint technology company, makes many heat, guns for home projects, including the model FIT 3500. The HT3500 features push-button temperature control that allows you to easily set the correct temperature for any household task. In addition, there is a cool-down setting that quickly cools the gun after use and turns if off automatically. 3) Add Accessories Look at replacing the little things to give the inside of your house a whole new feel. Look at lighting. Updating fixtures can add light and design elements to a room. Plug in lamps can also be easily modernized by replacing lamp shades that often go overlooked as they wear or go out of style. Also look at door handles and other hardware on cabinets and furniture. Little updates like changing the handles on your dresser can make a huge difference for a fresh look. If screws, nuts or bolts are rusted or hard to remove, use a heat gun to loosen. Look at windows and make sure panes arc clean and dusted. Looking out through clear glass makes your house appear newer. While you're at it, seal any drafts using a heat gun and plastic film to save money on heal. 4) Replace Flooring If you have a little more money to invest, replacing carpet and flooring is key to updating a home and something that can easily be done during the winter months. Analyze room usage and pick a carpet or flooring that is the most appropriate. For example, opt for shorter carpets or even looped berber for high-traffic areas. Hardwood floors are popular for replacing much of the linoleum flooring common a decade ago. Consider purchasing flooring and installing it yourself to cut the price significantly. Using a heat gun to easily loosen adhesive on old flooring can save time and frustration. Looking at improvements to your home's interior is something that can be done easily during winter. From cabinet handles to carpet, spend the somedmes long hours of winter working on home projects. This will not only add a new updated feel to your home, but also free up time during the busy summer months for additional projects...or some fun in the sun. Wagner's industry-leading knowledge of paint removal, paint application and power tools creates a paint removal system that is easy to use. For more information, visit www. wagnerspraytech.com. You can also find Wagner products at home improvement stores nationwide. Courtesy of ARA Content Home Town Realty FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 Check out the Jefferson Post online at: www.jeffersonpost.com Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI Mt. 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Located in Southern Ashe near Deep Gap. $10,000. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 hcritagerealty.com Hand Board Samples Available Installation -y d W O o ofprefinished Sy/ & unfinished Q floors ^ Shoemold u Treads & ^ Risers New Const. & Existing Homes 14 years experience Free Estimates Fully Insured JORDAN HARDWOOD FLOORING 166 Oak Grove Circle • Jefferson, NC 336-846-1624 �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST _ * • ^ * • * ¥ T Day. This holiday celebrates the Every year on February 14th, people in the United States, Canada, England, France, and many other countries, celebrate Valentine' of Valentine's Day, one thing love people have for their sweethearts, or anyone that they may hold dear to them. Though historians are not sure of the exact origin remains true. It is one of the most popular American holidays, selling more greeting cards than any other holiday. It is the second mosfpopular holiday for sending roses. This phenomenon began in the mid 1800's by a woman named Esther Howland, who is given the credit for making the first Valentine's Day card in Worcester, Massachusetts. Most people believe that the origins of Valentine's Day came from the legend of the Catholic priest, Saint Valentine. St. Valentine was a priest during the reign of the Roman Emperor Claudius II. Claudius frowned upon marriage and banned it, resulting in many people going to prison. Priest Valentine was also imprisoned for aiding lovers by marrying them, thus he was sentenced to death, making him a martyr. The Catholic Church later made him a saint for his works. In the late 1400's, in England and in other parts of Europe, a Catholic feast in Saint Valentine's honor was held around mid-February. This is believed to be the first modern Valentine's Day celebration. Other theories on the origins of Valentine's Day date back to festivals in Ancient Rome. Lupercalia was a Roman festival that celebrated fertility. There was also a festival that was held in honor of the Roman goddess, Juno. At this festival boys would draw the name of a girl and for the duration of the festival, these girls would be there partners in dancing, eating, and at games. Often times the couples would end up getting married. These two festivals were held during what is now February, and are believed to have helped contribute toward the creation of Valentine's Day. And though we may never know the actual origin of the holiday, it remains a fun time to give cards, candies, and gifts to the ones we love. Candy hearts, also known as 4. The Roman ruler that sent Conversation Candies, were invented Valentine to prison. in 1860 by Daniel Chase. Since then, 5. Only on Mother's Day are the candies have become a traditional more of these sold than on part of the Valentine's Day holiday. Valentine's Day. ^ Around 8 billion candies are made fJrJ this Catholic priest. on the hearts to the right! Use the clues to solve 6. Holiday was named after each year! Create your own sayings / 7. Last name of the woman who started the modern Valentine ( Wi id (f M n jo m t Pirr*Io fhn kr«\/ r\( Circle the box of flnu/Arf* flowers * " that is not the same! & greeting card tradition. • Mythical creature who makes people fall in love. 1. Which day in February does Valentine's Day occur? 2. The Catholic church made Valentine a what? Find the 3. The Roman festival of fertility. words hidden in D W the puzzle Q below. R R P w w A Have you ever wondered where cupid came from? M A R' C L A U T V A The mythological cupid creature came from Greek m. L E N T Chocolate and Roman mythology. £ Claudius Follow these directions to make a card! H O W L A N D Cupid A C G N Esther Howland N T 1 1 T E R 1 C A Z 1 Cupid is now depicted as a winged baby, or angel, with or to decorate the white heart. Once you have Marriage Martyr N_3 1 V A 1 N I completed the decoration, cut out the heart, Roses P leaving 1 to 2 inches space around the heart. Saint Valentine (a n' i o n » f5) a bow and arrow. Next, use markers or crayons to draw a picture Love E W O L F U A the next person you see. place the white paper under the cut out heart Juno A G E T C you, you will fall in love with and trace the heart onto the white paper. Hearts 0 L A T E S S say that if cupid's arrow hits Q F o l c ' r e c * P a P e r ' n h a 'f- T his will be your card. ^ Cut out a heart on the front of the card. Then ' Greeting Cards people fall in love. Myths paper, glue, crayons or markers, & scissors. Gifts W E E T H E A and was known for making / . Gather 1 piece red & 1 piece white construction Flowers N E S D Cupid was the god of love Finally, glue the heart on the inside of the Sweetheart card with the picture showing out the front. Valentine's Day Let the glue dry and then sign the card! o n k-Stf We Build Your Home oT\|/V The Way You Want It www.classichomcshc.com Intersection of US 221 & NC 163 *1620 NC163-E West Jefferson. N'C' 336-246-3600 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 xvivzv.ashetnetnorial.org WlIIVHU dOSSTHt'OTION Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • Wesi erson, NC 336-246-f 1 REGENCY PROPERTIES Residential, Land & Commercial Sales "Your Fast Service, One-Stop, Foreign & Domestic Repair Center" 1 MUFFLER REPAIR Construction Co. 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' 336-982-3060 LYNN'S JEFFERSON AUTO CENTER PARKER TIE COMPANY j 336-246-9969 Mon - Sat • 8:30AM - 5:30PM Wilkes Electric Motors, LLC Sales 8 Service Owners: Michael A. Nichols and Chad Everhardt 973-4507 Monday-Friday 0-5 pm - Saturday B-1 pm 3014 Weal U.S. Hwy.421 N, Wilkesboro, NC 20697 IAbove Lowe 's Home Improvement Warehouse on the right Georgia Gonex Inxulatcd Work Boon Western Boots lor Men, Women & Children T-shirts & Western Wear for the Whole Family Open TYir«<ln> - Salurdny 'him - 5pm Dol Siurgill - Owner 1750 Hwy KK Wcsi (ncxi lt» Ashe Abattoir) Wcsl JcfYersnn • 336-246-4343 The Little Dealer With The BIG Heart! I Norman Cheek's TOYOTA OF BOONE www.toyotaofboone.com • (828)264-1491 or (800)559-1491 665 East King Street • Downtown Boone <> Bring the beauty of natural stone to your home fabricators of Boone, LLC Guardian Insurance Agency Cancer • Auto Health • Home Motorcycle • Contractors Paula R. Perry, Agenl 2348 Hwy 105 • Suite4 • Heritage Court 336-846-6721 Kelly Perry, Agent | Boone, NC 28607 • 828-2634)180 • Fax: 828-2634)182 125 Wade E. Vannoy Dr. • Jefferson. NC EMPIRE 2000 W. US Hwy 421 • Wilkesboro. NC (336) 667-2886 • 800-523-2745 www.empircdtxige.coni Philip Darnell, Brokep vfrNDMifr. www.phlldarnell.com iiBdBultr@ikyteit.cn BK-338 248 3302 Fa 338 848 2181 PO Box 550 • 510 Kasl Main St. Jefferson. NC 28640 Residential, Land & Commercial 1U North JcfTerson Avenue West JefTerson. NC 2HA94 www.welierhodResandpierce.com 336-246-2275 Search for <2> o a vehicle CHEVROLET Oldsmoblle BUICK GMC PONTIAC I'BROWN www.mackbrowninc.com JmCOBPOBATTD Hwy. 421 South, Boone, NC * 828-264-9051 EXCELLENCE! M/JHAOf I Y Mountain View TV Center 607-C South Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) 10H S. Jefferson Ave.' West Jefferson, NC 336-246-5222 West Jefferson 601S. Jefferson Avenue Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete line of Building Supplies" ^JlSjpr Chevrolet West Jefferson, NC 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson rSO 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net 336-246-3367 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 PAGE 5B Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy mmciAssmED ADVERTISING 40-Lost & Found 1 Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 prn | CLASSIFIED DEADLINES # Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 LOST: Brown & White Husky Mix. Right flop ear, blue eyes. Answers to Dakota. Lost at Baldwin & Black Bear Inn Rd. Please call Brian at 336-977-6257 70-Travel & Camping IMPORTANT INFORMATK 1992 Prowler 25" with In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. t 140-Help Wanted Charges I Rates depend on size | of ad and number offe runs. Please call Classified Dept. % for information. Mail orders should be s n wt p y e t t :|i e t ih a m n o Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) % Telephone: (336) 846-7164 I Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified <d jelfersonpost.com Web; |www, jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. Cal 336-977-0383 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6, Queen Bed, bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post 40-Lost & Found COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN PART-TIME OFFICE HELP WANTED. (Position 743-53-0839) Open until filled. FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Work base Alleghany. Duties Include: community support services provided in non-office setting. In school and in home to children and adults, monitoring, training, teaching daily living skills and some transportation of consumers. Assisting with crisis response. Minimum require­ ments: Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of experience in providing support services to MH/DD/SA consumers. Schedule: Flexibility in work hours required. Typical-hiring range: $23,700 - $27,024. Submit state application to: Alleghany Employment Security Commission, PO Box 996, Sparta, NC 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES EOE/AAE. Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart Full Time Position available for a Registered Nurse to provide oversight and general nursing care and services to persons with disabilities in residential homes and vocational center. Great benefit package. Prefer one year nursing experience and prior DD experience. Call RHA Health Services at 828-262-5450 120-Schools & Instruct HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING Bulldozers, Backhoes, Loaders, Dump Trucks, Graders, Scrapers, Excavators INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENCY -National Certification -Financial Assistance -Job Placement Assistance seeking a licensed Property/Casualty & Life/Health Agent to sell on a commission only basis. Entry experience level okay. Great opportunity for learning the business. Please fax resume to 336-877-2615 888-212-1277 PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper Is sub-, ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will, not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate, which is in violation of the law. Our renders are • here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hoaring impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 140-Help Wanted Associated Training Services www.equipmentoperator.com 140-Help Wanted #45-0661 CLINICAL COUNSELOR or email to wendy.sheets® brookeagency.com Open until filled. Full Time New River Behavioral Healthcare. Work base Alleghany. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Duties include: clinical, individual, & group therapist with a heavy children's caseload, some adults, and daytime crisis rotation. Minimum requirements: Master's degree in Human Services; Counseling, Social Work or Psychology. Preference: Licensed. Usually: Mon-Fri, 8-5. Salary hiring range: $35,136-$50,604. Submit state application to: Alleghany Employment Commission, PO Box 996, Sparta, NC 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. A yellow Lab/Golden Ret. mix, female, 4-6 month old puppy was found as a stray in Sparta, NC. She is now at the Alleghany Animal Shelter and will be up for adoption on 2/5/07. If she's yours, call 336-372-8744 to claim her. Wilkes Communit College Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Omni Visions, Inc. is accepting applications for AFL (Assisted Family Living) provider. If you enjoy helping others and are willing to open your home to an adult with Mental Retardation or Developmental Disabilities, then this is a great opportunity for an individual or couple. For more information call Beverly at (336) 838-2412. 140-Help Wanted difference in the community. If interest­ ed, please submit a state application and the names and contact information for 3 references. Questions can be directed to Stacy Cox at 336 982-8851. 12 hrs per week. Applicant should be proficient with computers, & doing research on the Internet. Applicant should also be able to work independently. No experience needed. Please send resume to 160-Business Opportunities Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOME HEALTH High Country Health Care System has an opening for a full time Registered Nurse to serve Ashe County. 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experience. Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time management, and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828) 264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified; EEO and ADA employer. RHA HEALTH SERVICES TRACTORS: John Deere, Gas, Loader, $3900, Massey Ferguson 65 Gas, Loader - $3900. Case - Diesel, PS, Loader, $3900. Ford 4000, nice, $6500 Allis Chamber, Restored. Nice, has Cultivator, plow. $2500 235-Christmas Trees Fraser Fir Blocks, 5,000 to 45,000 trees, 2ft to 10ft. Will give time to harvest or will sell land, owner financ­ ing available. 140 acre farm, with 45,000 trees and 14 acre farm with 5,000 trees for sale. Other blocks for lease. Call 336-384-9040 Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 260-Garage/Yard Sales YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times -— $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock For Sale: Appaloosa Mare. program has an opening for Weekend Shelter Manager. CO Ideally, candidates for the position will have an Associates Degree in a Human Services or experience working with families in crisis. This position is part-time, alternating weekends. It requires overnight stay in the shelter. It would be perfect for students and individuals committed to making a ELECTRICAL ENGINEER Employer looking for individual with experience in printed circuit board design, prototyping programs on board computers, specification-design and select chips to make boards. BS required The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical KillM?r#JcCl l i f M [ilct We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Downsizing herd. Need to sell. Call 336-977-9309 for more information. Horses For Sale: over 100 to choose from. Miniatures, Quarter Horses, Paints, Paso Finos, Pair Belgium Mares. Will finance and keep until spring. Horse trailers, Flat Beds & tack, sell or trade. Looking for part time help on Horse farm. 336-384-9040. PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300is taking applications Miscellaneous for a Home Manager position located in BUYING OR Deep Gap, NC. SELLING? Responsibilities include 260-Garage/Yard BANK ON THE Sales supervising and JEFFERSON POST coordinating activities •B'/4:l"Icfil I CLASSIFIEDS. of approximately 26 KITS Direct Support Staff FOR SALE: Are available at the and managing 8 Prom Dresses, Jefferson Post for operations of a 15 bed Sizes 5/6 and 7/8. purchase. Each kit non-ambulatory Short & Long Lengths. includes: 6 Signs ICF/MR facility. $50 to $400. 60 Price Stickers Qualifications: at least 336-982-9050 days, 6 Directional Arrows 2 years supervisory 336-982-4132 nights. Marking Pen experience, high Inventory & Tip Sheet. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr school diploma, valid For only $5.95 each Shotgun Reloading driver's license, flexible Now is the time to Press, 12 GA. $75 work schedule and begin promoting your Call 336-877-0159 experience supporting business. The individuals with Jefferson Post High | For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. developmental Reloading Country Business I Shotgun disabilities preferred. $75 Services is the perfect Press, 20 GA. Qualified applicants Call 336-877-0159 spot to place your ad. can apply at it is highly visible and Shop 176 Wildcat Road, very affordable The Deep Gap, NC 28618 Call 336-846-7164 Classifieds. or call 828-262-5450 The Ashe Partnership for Children's Domestic Violence 300Miscellaneous 330-Pets PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. alleghany.petfinder.com WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 370-Cars/Vans for Sale FOR SALE: 1997 Ford Taurus - this vehicle may be seen at 1430 Willow Lane, North Wilkesboro, NC. Mark en­ Tessie is an older, 5-6 velope "Sealed Bid" year old shepherd or and submit to Marion New River lab mix. Tessie is a Deni, very mellow, easy Behavioral Healthcare, going dog. She'd be 895 State Farm Road, very happy as a Suite 508, Boone, NC "couch-potato" dog in a 28607. Bids will be family that's not very opened at 10:00AM, active. February 23, 2007. Contact the Alleghany New River Behavioral Animal Shelter in Healthcare reserves Sparta, 336-372-8744 the right to reject any for more info or visit and all bids. alleghany.petfinder.com 350-Wanted to Nerds (ID #5) is an 8 Buy Or Swap month old black lab/border collie mix. He's a calm, sweet heart of a dog and likes most other pets. He'll make a great family pet! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC. Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 2001 Chev Suburban 4x4, 67K, Loaded. Leather, All Options. Dk Blue, One Owner, Garage Kept. New Michelin tires. $18,000. 336-982-2295 FAST GROWING NEW COMPANY NEEDS RESEARCH ASSISTANT RESEARCHER/INSIDE SALES Strong computer and research skills (Mac, Excel, Internet) Articulate, strong writing skills required Degree preferred Salary/Commission + Great Benefits West Jefferson office Fax resume to: 336-246-3978 Or bring resume to Next Safety office at 230 Hice Avenue • West Jefferson, NC MOUNTAIN CITY CARE AND REHABILATION CENTER 919 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE MOUNTAIN CITY, TN 37683 Offers a wide spectrum of services that include: *Short Term Rehabilitation *24 hour nursing care *Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy *Long-term Care individualized treatment plans * Nutrition Management *Home safety evaluations *Pharmacy services *Recreation and social programs The position has an excellent salary with benefits. Advanced Materials Technology Director Please respond with a resume and availability date to: For more information vickiewalker @ nextsafetyinc.com Visit our website or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 www.wilkescc.edu LEARN BCB TBUCKING INC ALLIANCE AT BCB, INC., WE ARE NOW OFFERING A DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM TO WMVE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • No CDL, No Problem! We will train you to 1W3P get your CDL in 4 weeks or less! COME DRIVE FOR A COMPANY WITH GREAT PAY AND BENEFITS! Wytheville, ALLIANCE jgAcrop '•I Requirements: 23 years of age and a clean driving record. Virginia Contact: Mark Osborne or Allen Dillard at 336-372-2557for details 111 1-800-334-1203 www.alliancetractortrailer.com Also located on our grounds is a Tee Ball Field (dedicated to Dr. John Whitlock our Medical Director). For more info call Crissy Whaley, Admissions / Marketing or Doug Hornsby, Administrator (423) 727-7800 or stop by for a tour. �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses 86 Chevrolet, 3/4 ton, For Rent 4x4, 28,000 miles, dump bed, snow plow, $4,900. 98 Dodge, 1 ton, 4x4, 12ft bed, $4,900, 94 Dodge 4x4 Cummins, auto, high miles, excellent run­ ning, sell or trade. Call 336-384-9040. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 200-Auto Parts/Services For Sale: 16 inch Chrome Hubcaps to fit 2001 Dodge Dually. $400. Call 336-982-9895. 410-Motorcycles/ 440-Offices, 4-Wheelers Bldgs., For For Sale: 2005 Power Rent/Lease or Max RC Motor Sports Sale 3 BR. 1 bath, house in Helton Community. Call 384-1062 for more 3BR/1BA House w/Monitor heat, Hardwood & Carpet flooring. Convenience and privacy. $600 per month w/$460 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals, Inc. 336-246-2803 FOR QUICK RESULTSI Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rentsections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 BIG RESULTS! Stop by Hart Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. Power Equipment. Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers 505-Modular Homes for Sale FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 1115Professionals Jefferson Post for SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 3BR/2BA Mobile w/oil 2007 models 2,3, and 4 furnace, carpet & tile Bedrooms 2 Bath flooring, very nice Homes with Shingle home. $500 per mo. / Roof and Vinyl Siding. $500 security deposit. We will MEET or BEAT Call Carolina Mountain anyone's prices. Property & Rentals, Call 336-973-2336 Inc. at 336-246-2803 For Rent: 2 BR House For Sale: 152 acres, Grayson County, Va., intersection Fox Creek Road and Flat Ridge Road. Creek, woods, & meadows. Call for info. 620-386-0713. Check Out the 3BR, 2 BA furnished, mobile home, on Hwy 163, overlooks New River. References & deposit required. Call 828-632-7724 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Little Classifieds... Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent information. 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Premier Lease Space Available. Approximately 1600 Sq Ft located in front of Wal-Mart next to Ashe Cleaners. High Traffic area great for Retail Business. Call 336246-9379 for details. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 530-Lots & Acreage 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. $UM ZERO Down Payment for Landowners. Singlewides, Doubleivides, On and fFrame Modulars ',000 - $500,000. (See Our 2 story Log Home) WE CAN DO IT ALL! Oakwood Homes of Hudson, NC 828-396-2045 Call for easy directions. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 1145-Steel Buildings STEEL BUILDINGS 3 Cancelled Orders. Brand new, still on pallet with full warranty. Pay only remaining balances. First come, First serve. Call for sizes 1-800-222-6335 x6000 Classifieds make "Cents" "Cents make Dollars" RAY COMBS TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL For estimates, Call 336-246-5634. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY 171 and 172; thence physical, environmen­ crossing Lot Nos. 172, tal, health or safety 173, and 174, N. 84- conditions existing in, 00-07 E. 74.33 feet to a on, at, or relating to the Default having been 1" iron pipe found in property being offered made in the payment of the line of Lot No. 175; for sale. This sale is the note thereby se­ thence with said line, made subject to all pri­ cured by the said Deed S. 09-55-17 E.148.62 or liens, unpaid taxes, of Trust and the under­ feet to a 1" iron pipe special assessments, signed, Brock & Scott, found at the northern easements, rights of of Gentry way, deeds of release, PLLC, having been margin substituted as Trustee Street; thence with the and any other encum­ in said Deed of Trust northern right of ivay of brances or exceptions by an instrument duly said . street, S. 71-29- of record. To the best recorded in the Office 00 W. 74.57 feet to the of the knowledge and of the Register of BEGINNING. Surveyed belief of the under­ the current Deeds of Ashe County, in November, 1989, signed, North Carolina, and the using the northern side owner(s) of the proper­ holder of the note of Gentry Street as ty is/are Charles B. evidencing said indebt­ recorded in Plat Book Blackburn and wife, edness having directed 1, at pages 5 and 6, as Christal M. Blackburn. that the Deed of Trust a bearing reference. If the trustee is unable be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute And being the identical to convey title to this Trustee will offer for land described in and property for any rea­ sale at the conveyed by that cer­ son, the sole remedy of tain deed from David S. the purchaser is the where the Wright and wife, return of the deposit. property is located, or Sandra K. Wright, to Reasons of such inabil­ the usual and custom­ Charles B. Blackburn ity to convey include, ary location at the and wife, Cliristal M. but are not limited to, county courthouse for Blackburn, dated 20 the filing of a bankrupt­ conducting the sale on December 2004, and of cy petition prior to the February 16, 2007 at record in Book 323, confirmation of the sale 12:30PM, and will sell at pages 1041-1043, and reinstatement of to the highest bidder inclusive, Ashe County the loan without the knowledge of the trust­ for cash the following Registry. ee. If the validity of the described property situ­ Save and except any sale is challenged by ated in Ashe County, releases, deeds of any party, the trustee, North Carolina, to wit: release or prior in their sole discretion, if they believe the conveyances of record. challenge to have BEING a certain tract of land containing Said property is merit, may request the 0.266 acre according to commonly known as court to declare the a survey by Randy G. 138 Gentry Street, sale to be void and return the deposit. The Rhodes, Registered Jefferson, NC 28640. purchaser will have no Land Surveyor No. 3094, located in jeffcr- A cash deposit (no per­ further remedy. son Township, Ashe sonal checks) of five County, North Carolina, percent (5%) of the Substitute Trustee bounded on the West purchase price, or Brock & Scott, PLLC by the southern part of Seven Hundred Fifty 5431 Oleander Drive Lot No. 171; on the Dollars ($750.00), Suite 200 North by the northern whichever is greater, Wilmington, NC 28403 portions of Lots Nos. will be required at the PHONE: 172, 173, and 174; on time of the sale. Fol­ (910) 392-4988 the East by Lot No. lowing the expiration of FAX: (910) 392-8587 175; and on the South the statutory upset bid by the right of way of period, all the remain­ File No.: 06-12225 Gentry Street; and ing amounts are imme­ being more particularly diately due and owing. described as follows: Said property to be BEGINNING on a 1" offered pursuant to this iron pipe found at the Notice of Sale is being southern corner of Lot offered for sale, trans­ No. 171; thence with fer and conveyance said lot line, N. 10-04- "AS IS WHERE IS." 01 W. 164.85 feet to a There are no represen­ 1" iron pipe found in tations of warranty re­ the line of Lots Nos. lating to the title or any NOTICE OF WYLENE H.WHITE EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF VIVIAN L. HARTSOE 1195-Legals FOR SALE: 1997 Ford Taurus - this vehicle may be seen at 1430 Willow Lane, North Wilkesboro, NC. Mark en­ velope "Sealed Bid" and submit to Marion Deni, New River Behavioral Healthcare, 895 State Farm Road, Suite 508, Boone, NC 28607. Bids will be opened at 10:00AM, February 23, 2007. New River Behavioral Healthcare reserves the right to reject any and all bids. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Margaret P. Bower, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 320 Windy Acres Ridge Rd, Fleet­ wood, NC 28626 on or before the 27th day of April, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. The undersigned, having qualified as Executor of the Estate Of VIVIAN L. HART­ SOE, deceased, of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all- persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 10th day of May, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. This the 5th day of February, 2007. Wylene H. White 708 Colonial Drive North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Publication dates: 2-9-07; 2-16-07; 2-23-07; & 3-2-07 06 SP 139 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY This the 19th day of January, 2007. FORECLOSURE SALE David P. Bower Executor for the Estate of Margaret P. Bower Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ Now is the time to tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed begin promoting CHARLES B. your business. The by BLACKBURN, A MAR­ Jefferson Post High RIED MAN JOINED BY Country Business HIS WIFE CHRISTAL Services is the |M BLACKBURN to Johnston, perfect spot to place John C Trustee(s), which was your ad. It is highly visible § dated December 21, 2004 and recorded on and very affordable December 22, 2004 Call 336-846-7164 in Book 00323 at ELVIN COE'S PLUMBING ® PUMP SERVICE Gxcavatiwg & Flauliug No JOB Too SMALL! Residential & Commercial • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing Basement/Footers Oil Change, Lube i Filter ' % 20 Years Experience 336-372-5683 Cell: 336-657-1489 NC License 17952 VA License 2710029771 Page 1044, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. ASHE COUNTY ROOFING 2S Years Experience • Licensed in North Carolina & VA • Install roofing of all kinds r wm ° Hoof Fainting • Insured & ALL Work Guaranteed mm. FREE ES W5 Allen Miller \336-384-3033 All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC 336-384-2063 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE 'Sony 1 Sharp Mountain View'**,pioneer TV Center ^ (mttnif SleehMic SxfiMfo" 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 Absolutely Ihe BEST Prices PossibleJ COUNTRY JOE'S TV AND Ml SATELLITE NIBFCTV. r TREE SERVICE • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel "Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump TTuck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES STATE LINE FAST LUBE Hwy 16 @ NC/VA State Line 276-579-4562 ES & SERVICE Mountain Welding BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country ncltidesuptoSQtsOil, liter & Lube Open 8-5 M'T'Th'F 8-2 Wed & Sat IS? ROOTING ROOP'S ROOFING 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 TIRE SALE Set of 4 All 13"-$199 All 14"-$229 All 15"-$259 16"Truck - $420 215-85-16 -- 235-85-16 • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt "24 KMT SMvto" 1195-Legals 1195-Legals car PLUMBING JW°wntain Field 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1160-Tree Service • Commercial • Residential • Customized TV'S & HOME THEATRES 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units lor On-site Welding TV! Shop located at: 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 Bob Cox Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 James Ellis - Owner zenithJ2^-r- Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience DISPOSAL SERVICES MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES V 7 Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner Residential Pick up Service $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick-up Service Available "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE " is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! JET Industrial • Commercial <rp aJu* '4 Residential ^ y ^%LCal Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured MASONRY Shepherd Masonry, IiuN Commercial & Residential Masonry Mark Shepherd Masonry Const., Inc. E LECT RIC A l* is now offering CONCRETE POURED FOUNDATIONS & RETAINING WALLS 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 •SR RESTAURATVT Sfmthcty; 336-846-7737 Located on the Backstreet We have expanded our lunch buffet! We arc offering a choice of 3 meats and 12 different vegetables! SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Thesday, Thursday, Friday ~ 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only - 6:00am - 10:30ani Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only - 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti Boone Grading Co., Inc No Job Too Small or Too Large! LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES ALL TYPES or GRADING Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 ^Septic Systems * Basements • Footers Cell' 828-773-6736 IGT TRACK HOE SERVICES KEITH'S TRACKHOE SERVICE Road Building • Ditching • Ditch Bank Cleaning Bush Hogging • House Foundations • Demolition Foundation Wall Construction • Lot Clearing No Job Too Small 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 28618 Call 828-773-5035 • Cell: 336-977-6477 or 977-6265 mem ~ mm �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF Brian Neal Hayes EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF MARY NELLE HAYES KING The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor of the Estate of Mary Nelle King Hayes, Ashe deceased, of County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned on or before the 26th day of April, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. This the 17th day of January, 2007. Brian Neal Hayes 904 West View Drive Wilkesboro, NC 28697 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Publication dates: 1-26-07; 2-02-07; 2-09-07; 2-16-07 NOTICE fO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Anne S. King, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at 360 Witherspoon Heights Rd. Jefferson, NC 28640 on or before the 19th day of April, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. 1195-Legals NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, a Special Elec­ tion will be held in the Town of West Jeffer­ son in Ashe County on Tuesday, March 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. The following proposi­ tions will be submitted to the voters; 1.) To permit the oper­ ation of ABC stores. For or Against 2.) To permit the sale of mixed beverages in hotels, restaurants, pri­ vate clubs, community theatres, and conven­ tion centers. For or Against The registration books will close on Friday, February 9th, 2007. No form of absentee voting is allowed in this or future elections for the town of West Jefferson. Persons who are not certain of their registra­ tion status or their pre­ cinct location should contact the County Board of Elections in Jefferson. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 to 12 and 1 to 5. The phone number is 219-2570. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a petition has been filed by the Ashe County Department of Social Services re­ questing the Court to terminate any parental rights you may have to the above-named child. You are required to an­ swer the petition within thirty (30) days from the date of the first publication of this no­ tice (written below) and if you fail to do so, your parental rights to the child will be terminated. N.C.G.S. Chapter 7B authorizes you to have a Court-appointed law­ yer to represent you in the termination action if you cannot afford to hire a lawyer. You may call the Deputy Clerk of the Juvenile Court of Ashe County at 336246-5641 for further information. •dug a A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! § § began for: Ashe Services for Aging, Inc., Pro)" ID#C-777907, Develop a replace­ ment adult care facility/Ashe Co. Any person may submit written comments con­ cerning this proposal to the CON Section, no later than 3/5/07. A public hearing will not be held for this project unless an affected par­ ty submits a written re­ quest for a hearing, no later than 3/5/07, to the Certificate of Need Section, Div. of Facility Services, 2704 Mail Service Ctr., Raleigh NC 27699-2704. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION FILE NO. 07-JT-06 IN THE MATTER OF: B.G.W. (DOB 10/13/2006) In Ashe County • $36.00 Address Seniors In Ashe Co. • $33.00 City Out-pf-County (All) A Gill, from: • $46.50 Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your NGlMBelFI ONE is nothing to colobrato. eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain, NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF UNKNOWN PARENT(S) TO: Father of a Female child born on or about October 13, 2006 in Ashe County, North Carolina, and any and all known and unknown individuals who may be the father. Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 GifL "Subscription for... Name Ralph G. Bare, Chairman Ashe County Board of Elections On 2/1/07, Certificate of Need (CON) review $ I i ! $ Dated this the 16th day of January 2007. STATE Of NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY t Grier J. Hurley Attorney for Petitioner, Ashe County Department of Social Services 150 Government Cir­ cle, Suite 1400 Jefferson, NC 28640 336-219-2702 Published: February 9, 2007 Canvass Day will be held at 11:00 AM in the Ashe County Board of Elections office in Jefferson on Tuesday March 13th, 2007. Michael Dixon Executor for the Estate of Anne S. King t&e <^c£t This the 9th day of February, 2007. Registration facilities and polling places are accessible to the elder­ ly and handicapped. In the case of a voter not being able to enter the polling place, they may vote curbside during the hours that the polls are open. This the 16th day of January, 2007. pX MANUFACTURING/PROCESS ENGINEER QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: 0 fgMwrewt Qualifications Include: www.checkyearly.com DELIVERY PERSON NEEDED FULL TIME POSITION Apply in person to: Sears West Jefferson, NC -* Experience in the design and building of engineering prototypes -• Machining -• Electronics A solid backgroung in physics, chemistry and computer technology is required A BS degree in engineering or the sciences is required The position has an excellent salary with benefits and stock options. Please respond with a resume and availability date to: vickie walker @ nextsafetyinc.com or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. • Experience in designing manufacturing procedures • Establishing QA functions • Process flow & control • A BS degree in engineering or operations manage­ ment is required The position has an excellent salary with benefits and stock options. Please respond with a resume and availability date to: vickiewalker@ nextsafetyinc.com or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Medical Technologist - PRN position in our Physical Therapist or LPTA Laboratory Department. With Sign on Bonus Competitive Salary Shift Differential Year-round position FREEDOM HOMES Want to join our health care team? Respiratory Therapist Must have an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technologist Certificate), current CPR and previous computer experience preferred With Sign on Bonus CRNA Dietitian Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator To apply: Apply in person at MODEL ORR24443B Freedom 3360 u.s. Hwy. 421 w. HOMES Wilkesboro, NC (336) 973-2335 A Leader in The Manufactured Housing Industry Home Health Program Coordinator Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 M JEFFERSON POST IEALTH Ashe Memorial Hospital Weekly Health rip from your local hospital Tips for living with an organ transplant A L...1 OCA AAA A About 350,000 Americans are living with an organ trans­ planted from another person, and that number would be much higher if enough donor organs were available. It's human to fantasize about having another person's heart or lungs, and mythical accounts of organ transplan­ tation appeared many years before the necessary knowl­ edge and technology were available. The first success­ ful human organ transplant was performed as recently as 1954-a kidney grafted from one identical twin to the other, a perfect genetic match that did not require immuno­ suppression. Considerable progress has been made since that time, and you may know at least one person who has been the recipient of a vital organ such as a kidney, heart, lung, liver or pancreas. Marcia, a diabetic since age 12, had kidney failure and was on dialysis for nearly two years. A kidney donated by her brother has given her normal function and an im­ proved quality of life for the past 21 years. Stephen, age 46, has a con­ genital heart defect that put him at sudden risk of death until he received a heart valve donated by the victim of an automobile accident. When tnlrnn from a lixr_ taken f»*nm o ing family member, as in Marcia's case, the organ can be matched more closely ge­ netically-lowering the risk of rejection. And the procedure can be scheduled to meet the needs of the patient. Every­ one has two kidneys, and the remaining kidney enlarges to perform what both kidneys did previously. A living donor may also provide a lobe of a lung, a segment of the liver, a portion of the pancreas or a portion of the intestine. Some organs, of course, must come from a person who has just died-usually some­ one who has been declared brain dead and whose organs are kept functioning mechani­ cally until they can be excised for transplantation. Tim­ ing is crucial, and a national computerized network, oper­ ated by the United Network for Organ Sharing, matches organs available with candi­ dates who have been placed on a waiting list at a trans­ plant center. There are clearly not enough organs to go around, and each year about 60,000 persons waiting for organs do not get them; many die while waiting. Long-Term Commitment Needed For a person who has been An Q waiting list, TOT months on a \A7 J411~ 1 P" list for HI OH I hQ or even years, a transplant procedure is a major event. At the same time, the early en­ thusiasm must be tempered by the realization that the challenge of keeping the new organ healthy and functional requires a lifelong commit­ ment that includes: •taking powerful anti-re­ jection medications, •exercising extreme care to avoid disease-carrying or­ ganisms that might sneak past the compromised im­ mune system and • controlling the disease process that caused the origi­ nal organ to fail. Recognizing the new organ as an unnatural presence, the ' immune system sets out im­ mediately to destroy it. The risk of rejection is particularly high in the first year and was a major problem for grafts made in the early years. The emergence of cyclosporin as an effective anti-rejection agent in 1978 made trans­ plantation a safer and more realistic option. Other effec­ tive immunosuppressants introduced more recently in­ clude tacrolimus, mycophenolic acid and prednisone. These are usually used in conjunc­ tion with cyclosporine. Anti-rejection medications, however, have side effects such as nausea, vomiting, rl i n diarrhea puffy fac wei . gain and mood swings. And " they work bv suppressing . — system, " n w=?S=5 ible^tn illnesses patient 60 vainer°th« DS and Right after surgery, when doses of anti-rejection medh cations are high, the person t ak Splanted 0rgan has to be extremely wary of han°HSUf8 t0 g8rms~ washing hands frequently and avoid­ ing large crowds, people who are sick or those who have been recently vaccinated. Cuts and scratches must be treated promptly and moni­ tored for the first sign of in­ fection. Pets, gardening and swimming pools are all po­ tential sources of disease-car­ rying organisms. As time goes by, medication doses may not be as strong," and the patient can ease up on some of these safety mea­ sures but still must maintain a cautious attitude about hy­ giene and health. Marcia was accustomed to monitoring her blood sugar, giving herself insulin injec­ tions and taking medications to deal with complications of diabetes. To this regimen, she added anti-rejection drugs, antibiotics and antifungal medications plus anti-ulcer drugs to help her deal with the side effects of her anti-re­ jection treatment. She'd always been careful about taking her medications as prescribed. Now she had to be super careful since a missed dose could have disas­ trous consequences. She also had to maintain close contact with her pharmacist to moni­ tor any possible interactions between the many drugs she was taking. Hypertension is a major cause of kidney damage so it was important for her to keep her blood pressure and cho­ lesterol under control with diet, exercise and prescribed medications. About a third of liver transplants are performed on patients who have had alcoholic liver disease. Care­ ful screening is done to make sure that the recipient has gone through addiction treat­ ment and that problem drink­ ing is unlikely to recur. Studies show that as many as half of alcoholic recipients go against advice and have at least one drink, but only 10 to 21 percent resume drinking heavily or in a sustained pat­ tern-compared to a relapse rate of greater than 60 per­ cent for the whole population of alcoholics. In terms of survival, al­ coholics do as well as other liver transplant recipients. Heavy alcohol use, however, is a common reason for non­ compliance with anti-rejec­ tion medications. Depression, anxiety and other psychiatric disorders are another major reason for non-compliance. Counseling and social support must be available both before and af­ ter transplantation. The treatment plan that accompanies an organ trans­ plant can be difficult to follow but when a patient is compli­ ant, the chances of long-term success are great. About 80 to 90 percent of transplanted kidneys are still functioning five years later. Five-year sur­ vival rates are 73 to 78 per­ cent for liver, 45 percent for lung, 80 percent for pancreas and just over 70 percent for heart transplants. After recovery from sur­ gery, the patient is likely to feel like a new person, able to do things that weren't pos­ sible before. One of the most prominent success stories is NBA player Sean Elliott who was back on the basket­ ball court seven months after getting a kidney transplant. Marcia is happy with simple pleasures'and the knowledge that her brother has given her the gift of life. Information provided HeaslthWire by Community Health Forum coming Feb. 21 Find out how healthy Ashe County is and offer your opinion on how to im­ prove during the State of Health and Quality of Life Forum 2007 planned for Wednesday, Feb. 21 in West Jefferson. "Journey In and Journey Out - Giving a Voice to the Vision" will provide an op­ portunity for service and volunteer organizations to join together to meet com­ munity expectations and needs. This year, the forum will give community mem­ bers the opportunity to add real voices to the various assessments taking place in 2007. That information will be used to assist in plan­ ning health and quality of life projects for many years to come. The forum is scheduled at Ashe Services for Aging on Ray Taylor Road from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is no fee. Lunch is provided and childcare upon request. The event begins with registration at 8:30 a.m. al­ lowing time for visitors and participants to visit the var­ ious displays and enjoy cof­ fee. A welcome and review of the agenda begins at 9 a.m. and keynote speaker Mary Bobbitt-Cooke with the NC Office of Healthy Carolinians will address the forum from 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. Her theme is "A Health Caffeine: Did you know? (MS)—Caffeine affects the human body by increasing the activity of the central nervous system. By increasing alert­ ness and enhancing mental focus, caffeine helps many people make it through the morning, most notably in the form of coffee. While the stimu­ lating effect of caffeine peaks in about one hour and then begins to decline, the caffeine in coffee is a mainstay in many people's morning. That's be­ cause the caffeine in a 9-ounce cup of coffee is typically more than five times the amount of caffeine found in a can of soda. Most people get their en­ ergy boost when drinking soda from the sugar content, not the amount of caffeine. A popular myth with respect to caffeine and coffee is that the caffeine content in coffee is a good cure for hangovers. In reality, that's untrue. While the water in cof­ fee might help, caffeine has no effect on how quickly the liver can detoxify alcohol, making it a false remedy for anyone look­ ing to to escape the ill effects of a night ofdrinking. Where caffeine, and coffee, can be useful is in the gym. Because caffeine metabolizes fat, more fat can be burned in the gym if you have a cup of coffee an hour before exercising. Some research has even suggested a pre-workout cup of coffee will increase an athlete's endur­ ance when he or she heads to the gym. TF073179 Community is an Involved Community." Following the speak­ er will be discussion and small group gatherings on a review of successes and lessons learned and follow­ ing on the theme of the fo­ rum between 9:45 and 11 a.m. After a break at 11 a.m., the forum will discuss community input and hear from government officials until lunch at 12:15 p.m. During lunch, participants will have more time to visit the displays and door prizes will be awarded. Service providers and volunteers agencies are asked to put together a small exhibit showcasing their services during the forum. Businesses and in­ dustries are invited to do­ nate a door prize or become a sponsor of thd event. Ev­ eryone is invited to attend and learn more about the health of the Ashe County community. The vision for this pro­ gram is: "A healthy Ashe County that shows value for all by providing a so­ cial, physical, economic, emotional and spiritual environment that supports health, healing, and happi­ ness through open, active collaborative communica­ tion with all it's people." For more information, contact Nancy Kautz at 8460781 or by email at landrr@ skybest.com. Snow date for the forum is Wednesday, Feb. 28. Credit Problems? Need a Car? CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW COUNTY HUIM! SOCIETY r 1* 0 Female Beagle Mix 9 Weeks Old 336-982-4297 These animals are available for adoption. Male Beagle Mix 9 Weeks Old 1 year old Female DSH 2 Years Old Male Beagle / Heeler Mix 8 Weeks Old Vi ' * Female Rottweiler / Boxer Mix 2 Years Old These beautiful aussie mix pups are part of a litter of four. They are eight weeks old and readjy for a forever home. This beautiful cat was found on the Colvard Farm Rd. She is a charming lap cat that appears to be in good health. Female Beagle / Heeler Mix 8 Weeks Old Female Border Collie Mix 8 Weeks Old a EC Female Border Collie Mix 8 Weeks Old ' • 767 Fred Pugh Road • Crumpler, NC m , 982^4060# Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.rrt 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly In front of the Armory on Did Hvyy (6. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address; P.O. Box (776 • West jefteon, NC 2«f i m m a m �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2007 PAGE 9B COMMUNITY NEWS Foxx honors country singer Del Reeves on House floor WASHINGTON—Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (NC-05) honored country mu­ sic legend and Sparta, North Carolina native Del Reeves on the House floor last eve­ ning. Reeves was a member of the Grand Ole Opry and had 55 charted hits. Del Reeves passed away on New Year's Day, 2007 after a long and painful bout of emphysema. Below is the transcript of Foxx's speech: "Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to a proud son of Sparta, North Carolina, country singer and Grand Ole Opry legend Del Reeves. Del Reeves passed away after a long and painful bout of emphysema on New Year's Day, 2007. "Del Reeves was born in 1933 and was named Frank­ lin Delano Reeves after Franklin Delano Roosevelt who was nominated to be the Democratic Presidential can­ didate just a few days before his birth. Del was a driven in­ dividual who knew at a very young age that he wanted to be a performer. "As a young child Del spoke of music on the radio and said, 'I listened on the radio on Saturday nights and it was the ultimate,' referring to the Grand Ole Opry. As a child, I told my daddy I was going to sing on the Opry one day. He said, "Yea, sure you are.' I kept my goal in mind and in '66 we achieved it.' He was one of the select mem­ bers of the Grand Ole Opry for 40 years. "Del achieved that goal and many others. From a very young age, Del would borrow his brothers' instru­ ments and by the time Del had turned 12 years old, he Postal Service tops list WASHINGTON—For the third year in a row, Ameri­ cans have rated the U.S. Postal Service as the num­ ber one agency they trust to protect their privacy. Not only did the Postal Service retain the top spot, customer satisfaction and trust scores increased from the previ­ ous year, a national study shows. Ponemon Institute LLC published its "2007 Privacy Trust Study of the United States Government" during National Consumer Protec­ tion Week. The study sought to understand the level of confidence Americans have in the many government agencies that routinely col­ lect and use the public's per­ sonal information. The Postal Service re­ tained the top spot with a privacy trust score of 83 per­ cent. It also is one of the few federal agencies able to in­ crease its customer satisfac­ tion and trust scores. The av­ erage trust score among the 74 agencies surveyed was 47 percent. "For more than two cen­ turies, the Postal Service has honored its fundamental commitment to protect the privacy and security of cus­ tomers' personal informa­ tion," said Delores Killette, Postal Service vice president and consumer advocate. "We have built a strong tradition of trust with our customers regarding how we handle mail and personal informa­ tion." The announcement comes during National Consumer Protection Week, a federal program hosted by the Feder­ al Trade Commission to draw attention to issues and ideas to help create more informed and cautious consumers. The Postal Service and the US. Postal Inspection Service are partnering at hundreds of events across the country to educate consumers about fraudulent schemes and to provide them with the tools and information needed to combat fraud. i Post file photo Del Reeves had become a local radio star on WPAQ in Mount Airy on the Merry Go Round show, a program which is still aired today. But this was just the start for Del Reeves; he went on for years performing and recording numerous hits, in­ cluding 55 charted hits, two of them in the top ten. "Del was more than just a performer; he attended what is now Appalachian State University and served in the Air Force at Travis Air Force Base, where he wrote a number of his songs. Del was very dedicated to his home­ town and the advancement of others. He started the Del Reeves Scholarship Fund and for ten years came back to Al­ leghany for the 'Del Reeves Homecoming,' where he held concerts to benefit the schol­ arship fund he set up. I am so proud that Del, a Sparta native, was successful in his performing career yet never lost touch with his roots and never let go of his dedication to helping others. "Del had a wonderful ca­ reer that spanned over forty years. Beyond being a mem­ ber of the elite group of the Grand Ole Opry, Del also wrote and performed a num­ ber of hit songs and appeared in eight movies, including Sam Whiskey, starring Burt Reynolds and Clint Walker. Del also worked in television, hosting a TV program called the Del Reeves' Country Car­ nival. Some of Del's greatest hits were The Belles of the Southern Belle, his first hit in 1963; The Girl on the Bill­ board, his number one Bill­ board hit; Sing a Little Song of Heartache, which he wrote with his wife; and Looking through the Windshield his trucker anthem released in 1965. Other notable hits that charmed and thrilled country music fans were hits such as Woman Do Funny Things to Me, Good Time Charlie's, Be Glad and The Philadelphia Fillies. In addition, Del wrote many songs for country leg­ ends such as Carl Smith, Roy Drusky, Rose Maddox and Sheb Wooly. "Del enjoyed performing lighter material as well as singing ballads and he re­ flected on that saying, 'Under this clown's face, there's a serious guy...I've been clown­ ing as long as I can remem­ ber.' That is what made Del Reeves unique - he was such a multifaceted and talented person who enjoyed life and his work. "When asked how he would like to be remembered, he said, 'I want to be remem­ bered as a great showman and a nice guy...That's all I could hope for.' Well, that is exactly what Del got, as he certainly is remembered as a nice guy and a great showman. One of his closest friends, J.D. Higgins, appropriately comment­ ed that, 'On New Year's Day, country music lost a tremen­ dous entertainer and I'll miss him greatly. He'll be missed by country music fans all over the world.' I know he will be missed by family, friends and his numerous admirers. Del was a true inspiration who made his hometown friends and North Carolina proud. "Del Reeves showed his large heart and love for his hometown community by creating a scholarship fund and always 'coming home' to perform in Alleghany. Del's contributions will serve as a lasting testimony of his tre­ mendous talent, kindness, motivation and delightful personality. We will all miss Del Reeves but know that his timeless music will never be forgotten. He leaves quite a legacy for fans and future generations." Valentine's Day Treasures NEW 2007 SILVER JUST ARRIVED: I. 50% O All Seiko All Citizen Watches Watches OFF Suggested Retail C, £•„»* All Gold Diamond Earrings SAVE! Fossil Watches liiLES LIE'S mM r xH h M * H r » D IN <- o ?. r» IN-STORE FINANCING i Member JA • SJ0 • NCJA 90 DAYSAME-AS-CASH FINANCING BRAND JEWELRY Wal-Mart Shopping Center, Wilkesboro, NC Email: diaking@wilkes.net 1 -336-667-2257 1 -888-591 -3174 Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:30am - 6:00pm > i �PAGE 10B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9,2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Local Boy Scouts learn about trucking Thistlewood Emporium moves Owner Tammy Dreyer is pleased to announce the new location of Thistlewood Em­ porium, formerly in Jefferson Station. Tammy decided to move onto Main Street of West Jef­ ferson t<^ give her vendors more exposure to the cus­ tomers. You will find vendors from all areas such as bean pod candles, a large line of ladies clothing, a large selec­ tion of Clark for women and Crocs for the entire family, hand bags, jewelry, Amish furniture, musical instru­ ments and Bulga African baskets. Tammy invites everyone to stop by today and check out the new location in down­ town West Jefferson beside Active Realty. Call 246-3100 if you would be interested in renting a booth. Special Agent Wilson retires Special Agent Timothy H. Wilson, senior instructor with the Enforcement Operation Division/Tactics Branch at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Bruns­ wick, GA, retired the first of February from military ser­ vice. Agent Wilson currently manages the Criminal Inves­ tigators Training Program relating to tactics. He retires with 20 years of service in the United States Air Force, and will continue his job as a civil­ ian. Prior to his service, Wil­ son was the program man­ ager for United States AirForces Special Investigations Academy, Critical Threat Pro­ tective Services Operations, Threat Response Driving Seminar and the Security Of­ ficers Seminar. Wilson entered the Air Force in 1987 as a security policeman before being re­ cruited into the Air Forces Office of Special Investiga­ tions (AFOSI). During that time, he spent almost a de­ cade overseas, taking on a variety of duty positions, in­ cluding Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge, of the Joint Drug Enforcement Team and Protective Services Opera­ tions Driving Section for the Commander in Chief, United States Air Forces Europe. Wilson received his AFOSI badge and credentials in Jan­ uary 1994 and since that time has performed a large array of criminal, counterintelligence and force protection duties with AFOSI throughout the world. Wilson is the son of Buddy Harold and Linda Wilson of Creston. He is the grandson of the late Raymond and Edith Donnelly of Zionville and the late Gar and Paris Wilson of Shouns, TN. His wife, Sarah Photo Courtesy of C.W. Sluder Members of Boy Scout Troop 221 learned about the trucking business during a visit to Hollar & Greene Produce Co. in Boone. Pictured from left are: Scoutmaster C.W. Sluder, Logan Shatley, Charles Beck, Tanner Form wait, Samuel Clark, Andy Church, Alex Church, Zack Thompson, Houston Clark, Will Church, Nathan Greene, Gracie & Roger Greene. Francis Wilson, is the daugh­ ter of Jim and Dot Francis of Warrensville. Timothy and Sarah have two children, Gus and Ethan. Wilson's formal education includes: •Master of Science Degree, Criminal Justice, Troy Uni­ versity (2006) •Bachelor of Science De­ gree, Criminal Justice, Troy University (2004) •Certified Occupational In­ structor, Community College of the Air Force (2003) •Associate's Degree, In­ structor of Technology and Military Science, Commu­ nity College of the Air Force (2002) •United States Air Force Academic Instructor Course (Air University) (2002) •Associate's Degree, Crimi­ nal Justice, Community Col­ lege of the Air Force (2001). Major awards and decora­ Photo Courtesy of Linda Wilson Special Agent Timothy H.Wilson (at right), son of Buddy Harold and Linda Wilson of Creston, is a senior instructor with the Enforcement Operation Division/Tactics Branch at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Brunswick, GA. He retired this month from military service. The certificate was presented by Lt. Col. John Pecko. tions Wilson has -earned in­ clude: Meritorious Service Medal; AF Commendation Medal with four oak leaf clus­ ters; AF Achievement Medal with one oak leaf cluster; AF Outstanding Unit Award; AF Organizational Excellence Award with three oak leaf clusters; Air Force Recogni­ tion Medal for "Top Narcotic Agent in Air Force;" and Air Force Elementary Level of Marksmanship with Pistol and Rifle. 601 "" it, West 1effeMonlN&2$6m 'A/...,. •• 336-8||g636 AN AMERICAN m Web: www.wjcH^§l||l Email: wjche^Vi@sbvbes^glm R VOLUTION 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ext. Cab, 4x4, LTI, Classic 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Ext. Cab, 4x4, Classic. 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Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 12 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0209 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., February 9, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 20 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-09 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/0e89d28443ae3493531bc8661572e1a2.pdf 39c99c80926ece1a01542a3c145ed5c8 PDF Text Text • Lady Huskies tie school win record Tuesday page 10 February 13, 2007 • Varsity men dominate Vikings 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwjeffersonpost.com page 10 • JV teams win championships SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 13 page 11 Board New owner at Badger, Ashelawn delay Utilities Commission meets today in Raleigh for windmill hearing by Linda Burchette opinion as to the application Assistant Editor of the exemption or allow­ Commissioners want time ance for wind mills under the to determine what kind of Mountain Ridge Protection impact a proposed wind farm Act; and will have on the county so Whereas, if it were to be they are asking the NC Pub­ determined that wind tur­ lic Utilities Commission to bine energy systems do not delay a decision on issuing a come under the protection of permit. the Mountain Ridge Protec­ The Public Utilities Com­ tion Act; and mission meets today in Ra­ Whereas, Ashe County leigh to hear further testimo­ has no current information ny from experts in regard to a as to the impact of wind tur­ request from Northwest Wind bine energy systems on Ashe Developers to construct 25 to County in regards to property 28 utility grade wind turbines values, development, and/or on Big Springs Mountain in tourism; and Creston. Whereas, Ashe County Ashe County commission­ Board of Commissioners wish ers met in special session Fri­ to serve the best interests of day evening to consider a res­ the community and the fu­ olution asking for 90 days to ture development of the com­ study the issue. The following munity; and resolution was adopted and Whereas, Ashe County is can be seen online at www. in the process of adopting an ashecountygov.com under or­ Ordinance to regulate wind turbine energy systems in the dinances: Whereas, Ashe County cur­ event the Mountain Ridge rently relies on the Mountain Protection Act is found to ex­ Ridge Protection Act to pro­ empt such developments; tect mountain ridges within Now, therefore be it re­ the boundaries of Ashe Coun­ solved, that the Ashe County Board of Commissioners re­ ty; and Whereas, the Ashe Coun­ spectfully requests the Public ty Commission believes the Utilities Commission to delay Mountain Ridge Protection its decision regarding North­ Act does prohibit large scale west Wind Developers LLC wind turbine developments for a period of 90 days while on high mountain ridges and Ashe County determines the should be found to do so; and impact on the community and Whereas, there has now future development of the been asserted a conflicting See Resolution, page 5 Post photo by Jim Thompson This is what 18 grams of powder cocaine—street value of at least $1,800—looks like. Intended to provide as many as 500 "highs," this small bag now rests safely In the hands of the Ashe County Sheriff's Office. Cocaine seized by Jim Thompson Editor In two separate cases, the Ashe County Sheriff's Office has seized $4,200 worth of powder and crack cocaine and arrested three people. On Feb. 8, deputies execut­ ed a search warrant at 1840 Old Highway 16 in Jefferson. As a result of that search, "a substantial amount of co­ caine was seized along with a quantity of cash," said Sheriff James Williams. The cocaine seized included four one gram bags, each with a street value of $100, and $2,000 street value in powder and crack co­ caine. Deputies arrested two sus­ pects in the case: •Thomas Andrew Carlton, also known as "Hank," 33, of Wilkes County, is charged with possession with intent to sell and distribute cocaine; possession of cocaine; main­ taining a dwelling place to sell or distribute cocaine; and pos­ session of drug paraphrenalia. He is out of jail on a $40,000 secured bond. •Andrea Renee Busby, also known as "Andea," 25, is charged with possession with intent to sell and distribute cocaine; possession of cocaine; maintaining a dwelling place to sell or distribute' cocaine; and possession of drug para­ phrenalia. She is out of jail on a $25,000 secured bond. New charges were also filed against Claude Blaine McGrady, 30. According to authorities, when McGrady was apprehended earlier this year, he was allegedly found to have approximately 18 grams of powder cocaine in his pos­ session. McGrady was already charged with selling methamphetamine, conspiracy to sell methamphetamine, pos­ session with intent to sell or distribute methamphetamine, and maintaining a dwelling place or vehicle to sell or dis­ tribute metlh amphetamine. (We received this press re­ lease on Friday, and repro­ duce it in its entirety.) Badger Funeral Home and Ashelawn Memorial Chapel is pleased to announce Josh­ ua "Josh" Roten is the new owner/manager. Josh is a native of Ashe County, graduating from Ashe County High School in 2001. He graduated from the Cincinnati School of Mortu­ ary Science in 2003 and is a licensed funeral director and embalmer. Josh is involved in the Ashe County community through the Jeffersons Rota­ ry Club, the Jefferson Camp Post photo by Jim Thompson Josh Roten of Gideons International, the Ashe Masonic Lodge, where he serves as chaplain, and the Ashe Shrine Club, where he serves as treasurer. He is a member of Union Baptist Church in Lansing. Josh is the son of Tin* and See Roten, page 5 WT development in question by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor After 10 minutes of presen­ tation from the planners and 10 minutes of comments from opponents, a proposed proj­ ect to develop 20 acres for a residential subdivision in the West Jefferson area was dealt a possible killing blow Thurs­ day when the town's planning board voted not to recommend a partial rezoning. The project, according to planners, hinges on that rezoning. Without it, the proj­ ect would not be feasible. The decision ultimately rests with the town board of aldermen, who will meet on March 1. Mark Little with Home­ town Realty in West Jefferson is representing Rocky Moun­ tain Enterprises based in Savannah, GA on a proposed purchase of around 20 acres belonging to Bill Woodie in order to build up to 96 homes on a site that leads off Church Street up the face of Mt. Pad­ dy. Approximately 7 acres of the property is within town limits. The request to the planning board and aldermen is to rezone this property from R15 to R7 so smaller lots can The road leading to the site of the proposed develop­ ment. to their will­ power. The com­ missioners voted in 1998 to establish a historical preserva­ tion advisory committee and the Ashe County His­ torical Muse­ um, Inc. was created. This was followed the next year by an orga­ nization of members led by Joe Morgan who changed the Post photo by Linda Burchette name of the The windows of the 1904 Courthouse are group to the showing their age badly, and are in need of Courtrestoration. house Foun- dation. The turn of the century brought a relationship with New River Community Part­ ners when Executive Director Pat Woodie developed a grant proposal for funding restora­ tion through the NC Depart­ ment of Transportation and the courthouse group was awarded $417,000 to begin the physical work. The county matched this grant by paying for a new roof and other exte­ rior repairs. Discussions that began in 2001 with the chamber on a possible move into the court­ house to operate a visitor's center (a requirement of the DOT grant) went through several ups and downs un­ til negotiations crumbled in 2003 and the chamber decid­ ed not to make the move. A decision that year by the commissioners to reallocate Post photo by Linda Burchette be developed. If this request is approved, the developers plan to request annexation and zoning of the remaining 13 acres. Representing Rocky Moun­ tain Enterprises on Thursday was Johnny Monroe, who told the planning board he in­ tends to move to Ashe County and make this his home. His family has had a cabin in the county for 20 years and he has been coming here to visit for many years. Monroe told the board the development plans include See Development, page 5 Fundraiser planned to restore courthouse's windows by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor A fundraiser to restore windows and new talks with the Ashe Chamber of Com­ merce are in the works this year for the Museum of Ashe County History. Twelve years after efforts began to preserve the 1904 courthouse in Jefferson, res­ toration continues unabated by volunteers and community supporters dedicated to this huge undertaking to save a county landmark. President Gwen Ashley and Executive Director Gene Hafer appeared at the Feb. 5 county commission meeting to provide an update on the museum's status and invite everyone to visit the tempo­ rary museum open across the street from the courthouse. Winter hours are by appoint­ ment and on Saturdays from Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. "1995 was when efforts be­ gan to preserve the 1904 Ashe County courthouse building, its status questionable due to replacement of its role by a new modern facility," reported the museum staff to the com­ missioners. "In September of that year, the Ashe County Historical Society president, Pat Privette, accompanied by member Burl Fowler, asked the board of county commis­ sioners to save the building from demolition and use it as a museum of history." That request set in motion a valiant effort by many sup­ porters who wanted to save the building and were will­ ing to work toward that goal. They have given their time, money and labor to do some­ thing some said could not be done. That the building still stands today is a testament Free child car seat check planned College financial aid day set Free child car seat checks will be done on Satur­ day, Feb. 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ashe Family Central in Jefferson. In case of inclement weather, the check will be moved to New River Fire Depart­ ment in Crumpler. This check is being done in recognition of Child Safety Week this week and is the only Saturday check planned so far this year. Car seats will be distributed to families that are Medicaid eligible as needed to replace old or outdated seats. Please bring your Medicaid card to the check. For more information, call Nancy Kautz at 846-0781. College financial aid officers will be available at more than 50 locations across North Carolina, including Wilkes Community College's Wilkesboro campus, from 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday, February 17 to help high school seniors and fami­ lies complete and submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms. The FAFSA is required to be considered for all federal and most state financial aid, including grants, for college. High school seniors are encouraged to register through CFNC for the FAFSA Day Program most Ashe County's occupancy tax revenues had an impact on both budgets, providing need­ ed revenue for the courthouse preservation group to develop a visitor's center but costing the chamber an estimated $32,000 in its budget. The re­ allocation took place because the chamber and courthouse preservation group could not reach an agreement on what to do about the visitor's cen­ ter and the museum project needed a visitor's center in or­ der to retain the DOT grant. The county did not want to lose the grant but did not have the budget to support a visitor's center. Occupancy tax revenue was the solution. That decision by the com­ missioners left the chamber not only a loss in funding, but also finally deciding not to move to the old courthouse See Courthouse, page 5 convenient for them. A list of all locations and online registration is available at CFNC.org/fafsaday or by calling 866-866-CFNC toll-free. All sites are open to any senior; the student does not need to be planning to attend the college hosting the event. In preparation for completing the FAFSA, participants should bring both the student's and parents' federal 1040 tax forms for 2006 to FAFSA Day. Each participating student and parent also is encouraged to obtain a Personal Identification Number (PIN) from the U.S. Department of Education website, www.pin.ed.gov, prior to FAFSA Day. I �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Howard Francis Barbour Fleetwood July 26,1910 February 3, 2007 Howard Francis Barbour, better known as Buck, age 96 of Fleetwood, NC, died Sat­ urday, February 3, 2007 at Glenbridge Health and Re­ habilitation Center. Mr. Bar­ bour was born July 26, 1910 in Richmond County, New York to the late Howard and Elizabeth Odonnell Barbour. Mr. Barbour was a member of Princeton Masonic Lodge # 38 in Princeton, NJ. Mr. Barbour was an accomplished rodeo rider and worked on a dude ranch in PA. Memorial Services will be Betty Jo Scott Neaves West Jefferson August 23,1929 February 2, 2007 Mrs. Betty Jo Scott Neaves, age 77, of West Jefferson, died Friday, February 2, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, NC. Mrs. Neaves was born August 23, 1929 in Ashe County to the late Alonzo and Ethel Gore Scott. She was preceded in death by her hus­ band, Floyd Lee Neaves. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m., Sunday, February 4, 2007, at Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Sonny Thomas and Rev. Billy Joe Blevins officiated. Burial fol- Ricky James Hamby Delaware City, Del. June 2,1960 February 1, 2007 Mr. Ricky James Hamby, age 46, of Delaware City, DE, died Thursday, February 1, 2007. Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 10, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jack Miller offici­ ating. Burial followed in the Powers Cemetery. The family received friends from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. on Sat­ urday, one hour prior to the funeral service. Mr. Hamby was born in Ashe County on Thurs­ day, June 2, 1960 to the late William "Richard" Jones Creston October 9,1966 February 10, 2007 Mr. William "Richard" Jones, age 40, of Creston, died Saturday, February 10, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. Funeral services were held on Monday, February 12,2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jim Greer officiating. Burial followed in the Clint Gilley Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Sunday, February 11, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Jones was born in Ashe County on Sunday, October 9, 1966 to the late William Har­ rison Jones and to Cleo Marie Pennington Jones. He was a member of Ashe County Res­ cue Squad and the Creston Volunteer Fire Department. He was preceded in death by his father, William Rich­ ard Jones and his brother. He is survived by Cindy Bowles Jones, of the home; a son William Jacob Jones of held at 2 p.m., February 17, 2007 at the Glendale Springs Parrish of the Holy Commu­ nion. Father Steve Miller will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Mr. Barbour is survived by his step-daughter, Dorothy Agnello of Fleetwood, N.C.; his step-son: Robert Templeton on Macon, Ga.; one brother, Walter Barbour of Boca Ra­ ton, Fla.; step-grandchildren, Stephen Agnello, Kimberly Barns and Susie Ator; neph­ ews, Bill & Richard Barbour; 13 great-grandchildren You may send your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. lowed in the Howell Hill Cem­ etery. The family received friends from 2 p.m - 3 p.m., Sunday, February 4, 2007, at Badger Funeral Home. Mrs. Neaves is survived by her sons, Bill and Chrystal Jones of Campobello, S.C., and Joe Neaves of Crumpler, N.C.; her daughters, Connie and Darrell Osborne, and Brenda and Rick Payne of Lansing, N.C., Kim and Mike Gray of Jefferson, N.C.; 7 grandchil­ dren, 5 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Richard Hamby and the late Arlene Miller Hamby. He worked as an Carpenter with Meyer-Meyer Construction. He is survived by three brothers, Danny Hamby, of Delaware City, Del., Roger Miller, of Rising Sun, Md. and Mark Stansberry, of New Castle, Del; a sister, Betty Stansberry, of New Castle, Del.; several nieces and neph­ ews also survive. You may give the family your condolences through our website www.boonefuneralhome.com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Pearl Ward Bowers Oxford, Pa. Died January 31, 2007 Mrs. Pearl Ward Bowers, age 84, of Oxford, PA, died Wednesday, January 31, 2007 at Union Hospital in Elkton, Maryland. Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 3, 2007 at Crouch Funeral Home. Burial followed in the Calvary Baptist Cemetery. The family received friends from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m., on Satur­ day, one hour prior to the fu­ neral service. She is survived by four Michael Allen Grogan Lenoir August 16,1961 February 8, 2007 Michael Allen Grogan, 45 of Smokey Creek Rd., Lenoir, passed awayThursday, Febru­ ary 8, 2007 at his residence. He was born August 16, 1961 in Ashe County to Thomas Grogan, and Lois Treadway Grogan of Lenoir. Mr. Grogan was a mem­ ber of Union Grove Baptist Church where he served on the video committee and the fellowship hall committee. Survivors include his wife Melissa Long Grogan of the home; a son, Matthew Gro­ gan of the home; a daughter Makayla Grogan of the home; two brothers, Bobby Grogan Leola Jenkins Bare Jefferson July 2,1927 February 10, 2007 Leola Jenkins Bare, age 79 of Jefferson, N.C., died Saturday, February 10, 2007 at her daughters residence. Mrs. Bare was born on July 2, 1927 in Ashe County, NC to the late Dewey and Laura Blevins Jenkins. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m., Monday, February 12, 2007 at the Roans Creek Primitive Baptist Church. Rev. Steve Viers and Rev. Rog­ er Blevins officiated. Burial followed in the Roans Creek Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Flowers were ap­ preciated or memorials may be made to the Roans Creek the home; a daughter, SabriRobert Glenn Black na Jones, of the home; a step Elkton, Md. ; son, Justin Hulings, of WarAugust 7,1925 rensville; two step[daughters, December 10, 2006 Amanda Hulings and Rebec­ Robert Glenn Black, 81, of ca Bowles, both of the home; Elcton, Md., died Sunday, De­ his mother, Cleo Marie Pen­ cember 10, 2006. Born on Au­ nington Jones; two brothers, gust 7, 1925, in Ashe County, Kevin Jones, of West Jeffer­ he was the son of the late Ira son and Roger Turnmire, of and Mattie Woods Black. Fleetwood; four sisters, Kathy Mr. Black was a U.S. Army McFaden, of Salisbury, Becky veteran of World War II, and Fletcher and Tiffany Stamm, retired from Cryslewr Corp., both of West Jefferson and Newark, Del., after 20 years Phyllis Blevins, of Lansing; of service. He was a member three grandchildren, Tanissa of the VFW and the Ameri­ Hulings, Kirsten Hulings can Legion. Mr. Black enjoyed and Joseph Hulings; two step hunting, fishing, and garden­ grandchildren; several nieces ing. and nephews. His grand­ Survivors include his wife mother, Mary Turner of West of 55 years, Irene Brown Jefferson, also survives. Black; children, Neil Black, In lieu of flowers memori­ Smyrna, Del., and Pame­ als may be made to: The fam­ la Black, Hyattsville, Md.; ily, do Boone Family Funeral grandchildren, Jason Black, Home, PO Box 786, West Jef­ and Paul, Russel, and Tim ferson, NC 28694. Provost; and sister, De Etta You may give the family Harsoe, Arden, N.C. your condolences at our web­ Funeral services were held site www.boonefuneralhome. at 2 p.m., Thursday, Decem­ com. ber 14, 2006, at Hicks Home Boone Family Funeral for Funerals, 103 W. Stockton Home of West Jefferson is St., Elkton, Md.. Interment in charge of these arrange­ followed in Elkton Cemetary. ments. Flowers are welcome; how­ ever, contributions may be made to Faith Southern Bap­ tist Church, 2494 Singerly Rd., Elkton, Md. 21921. "Start Your Own Business" workshop series to begin The Watauga Entrepreneur Development Partnership (WEDP), a program designed to support and develop local entrepreneurs, small busi­ nesses and the community, is hosting its fifth "Start Your Own Business" workshop series to boost aspiring and existing entrepreneurs in the Watauga County area. Two of ASlFs Walker College of Business entrepreneurship irofessors developed the ourse material and will lead ie workshops. The WEDP is niprised of Watauga Coun­ ty, Appalachian Regional De­ velopment Institute (ARDI), ^U Walker College of Busi­ es, the Watauga Entrepre\r Facilitation Committee 3), and the High Country Iness Network (HCBN). »rkshop Schedule and ription: Ma, ch 20th Business Idea Development- Evaluate the pros and cons of entrepre­ neurship and focus on busi­ ness idea development. Par­ ticipants will create and assess various business ideas according to their skills and interests along with how the ideas align with the needs of the community. April 3rd Key Elements o Running A Business- Learn about the key components of running a business such as production, marketing, finance, planning and risk analysis and begin develop­ ing your own business strat­ egy and plan. April 24th Making It Hap­ pen!- Put knowledge, ideas, and skills to work to start your business! Participants will learn how to assess mar­ kets with the help of existing entrepreneurs and communi­ ty leaders. Each participant will be paired with a mentor from the EFC who will review and give constructive feed­ back on business plan drafts. The workshop series is FREE to participants and is open to anyone wanting to start or grow their own business. All workshops are held from 6-9 p.m. in the Ap­ palachian Enterprise Cen­ ter located next to the new Health Department off of the Poplar Grove Rd. Connector. You must attend all work­ shops to complete the series. The registration deadline is March 15th, 2007. For more information contact Chilton Rogers (828) 262-6662, Joe Furman (828) 265-8053, or e-mail ARDI at ardi@ardi.appstate.edu. Register online at www.ardi.appstate.edu/ abc/register.php or pick up a brochure at area businesses, banks, community centers or grocery stores and fax the registration section to (828) 262-6553. daughters, four sisters, two locally, Mary Turner, of West Jefferson and Opal Wyatt, of Virginia; twenty-eight grandchildren; fifty-six great, grandchildren; two great, great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. Flowers accepted or memo­ rials may be made to: Shelby McLaughlin, 66 North Riverton Road, Elkton, MD 21921. Crouch Funeral Home was in charge of these arrange­ ments and Boone Family Fu­ neral Home announced the arrangements. of Granite Falls, and Rick Grogan of Taylorsville. Funeral services were held on Sunday, February 11, 2007, 4 p.m. at Union Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Sam Craven officiating. Buri­ al followed in the Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. The fam­ ily received friends from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Union Grove Baptist Church. Serving as pallbearers were Matt Gragg, Michael Black, Allen Long, Jerry Rob­ ertson, Richard Wynn and Larry Burchette. Honorary pallbearers will be J.B. Myers Jr. and Terry Nelson. Memorials may be made to Union Grove Baptist Church "Project Faith", 1808 Union Grove Rd., Lenoir, NC 28645. Condolences may be placed online at www.pendrysfh,com Church Cemetery Fund, do Bessie Hall, 5603 NC Hwy 88 East, Laurel Springs, NC 28644. Mrs. Bare is survived by one daughter, Christy Winebarger of West Jefferson, N.C.; one brother, Ben Jenkins of Jefferson, N.C.; sisters, Lau­ ra Jenkins Viers of Laurel Springs, N.C., Ellen Sheets of Jefferson, N.C., Margie Sheets of El Monte Springs, Fla.; grandsons, Roger Cyrus Hurley of Jefferson, Dustin Michael Hurley of West Jef­ ferson; several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Opal Pennington Myers Warrensville February 12,1939 February 10, 2007 Mrs. Opal Pennington My­ ers, age 68, of Warrensville, died Saturday morning, Feb­ ruary 10, 2007 at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 13, 2007 at 8 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Chuck Call officiat­ ing. Graveside services will be on Wednesday, February 14, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Clint Gilley Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Tuesday, two hours prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Myers was born in Ashe County on Sunday, Feb­ ruary 12, 1939 to the late Thomas Pennington and Es­ ter Jones Pennington. She worked at Southern Devices Mfg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence William Myers. She is survived by a son, Clarence Myers, Jr., of Cres­ ton; her mother, Ester Pen­ nington; a sister, Margaret Moretz, of West Jefferson; five brothers, Raymond Penning­ ton and Spence Pennington, both of Warrensville, Carlos Pennington, of Yadkinville, Joe Pennington, of the home and Walter Pennington, of West Jefferson; three grand­ children, Beth Myers, Josh Myers and Jessica Myers; several nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to: The fam­ ily, do Boone Family Funeral Home, PO Box 786, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. View the obituaries on-line at www.jeffersonpost.com W Thank you so much for all the outpouring of sincere friendship during the very hard days following the death of Trey Howell. All the heartfelt prayers, visits, food and support shown to us during this time of grief will always serve as a reminder to what it is like to have so many friends and neighbors. Special thanks to the members of Ashe Masonic Lodge, WestJefferson Fire Department, Bethany Methodist Church and the line folks at United Chemi-Con. May God bless each and every one of you. The Family of Gale D. Howell, III f . m . m Our Medicare Advantage plans won't take a bite out of your wallet! Premiums starting at $0 in an • Health care benefits and coverage in one plan Wednesday, February 14, 11:30 a.m. Fire Mountain 1917 US Hwy 421 Business Wilkesboro (near Walmart) PARTNERS# Medicare A sales representative will be present to answer questions and help with applications. There is no obligation to enroll. If you need accommodations for persons with special needs, please let us know. Benefits, premium and/or copayments/coinsurance may change on January 1,2008. Please contact PARTNERS for details. PARTNERS Medicare Choice and PARTNERS Medicare Options are offered by PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc., an HMO with a Medicare contract. PARTNERS does not discriminate based on color, religion, national origin, age, race, gender, disability, handicap, sexual orientation, genetic information, source of payment or health status as defined by CMS. All qualified Medicare beneficiaries may apply. You must be entitled to Medicare Part A and enrolled in Medicare Part B and reside in the CMS-approved service area. You must continue to pay your Medicare Part B premium. TM Mark of PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc. H3449.2603,1/16/2007 U4225, 1/07 H3404_2603,1/16/2007 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS Top scams of 2006 by Roy Cooper some cases, consumers get N.C. Attorney General calls about debts that aren't Special to the Post even theirs. Identity thieves Last year, 20,257 con­ are striking more and more sumers who were victims of consumers across our state, frauds, scams, bad deals, or stealing personal financial disputes filed written com­ information and using it to plaints with my office. With run up debts and commit the help of my consumer pro­ fraud in someone else's name. tection team, I've compiled a Some consumers don't find list of the top ten consumer out that their identity has complaints of 2006. By been stolen and their credit learning about the most com­ ruined until the debt collec­ mon consumer pitfalls, you tors start calling. For tips on may be able to make sure how to protect yourself from you don't become a victim identity theft or what to do yourself. if you may be a victim, go to 1. Health Care: In 2006, www.noscamsnc.gov. a total of 5,035 consumers 5. Home Furnishings: filed complaints about health 1,342 consumers complained insurance, doctors, dentists, about furniture sales prac­ hospitals, pharmacies, opti­ tices. The majority of com­ cians, nursing homes, health plaints come from out-ofproducts and services. Con­ state consumers who placed sumers often have problems orders with certain North with medical billing practices Carolina retailers by tele­ or have trouble getting cop­ phone. Consumers often ies of their medical records. complain that they received For help with health insur­ the wrong item of furniture, ance issues such as griev­ a damaged or defective item, ances, appeals, and external or never received their item reviews, consumers can call at all. Many problems stem my Managed Care Patient from companies closing shop Assistance Program at (919) without filling orders. 733-MCPA (toll-free in North 6. Motor Vehicles: We re­ Carolina (866) 867-MCPA), ceived 1,282 complaints from email MCPA@ncdoj.com, or consumers who had prob­ visit www.nchealthconsumer. lems with car repair, towing and new and used car pur­ com. 2. Do Not Call/Telemar­ chases. The most common keting: 2,025 consumers filed complaints are pricing, im­ complaints with our office proper diagnosis, unauthor­ about unwanted telemar­ ized repairs, failure to honor keting calls and unsolicited warranties, and slow repair faxes. Consumers complain jobs. Consumers also com­ about unwanted faxes offer­ plain about harassment from ing vacation deals and invest­ towing companies, and we ment tips. Among the types of receive numerous lemon law telemarketing calls generat­ complaints from consumers ing the most complaints are who are dissatisfied with those pitching satellite tele­ their new car. vision, debt consolidation, 7. Telecommunications: mortgage loans and business 1,199 consumers complained opportunities. Since the Do about their telephone, pager Not Call Registry began in or cell phone service. The 2004, nearly 4 million North majority have problems with Carolina numbers have been wireless telephone service. placed on the list. Consum­ Other common complaints ers can continue to sign up include slamming, when a for the Registry by going to consumer's telephone carrier www.nocallsnc.com or call­ is changed without their con­ ing 1-888-382-1222 from the sent, and cramming, when a number they wish to register. company tries to sneak un­ To report telemarketers that authorized charges onto a break the law, consumers can consumer's phone bill. call 1-877-5-NO-SCAM or go 8. Telemarketing Fraud: to www.nocallsnc.com to fill A total of 1,175 consumers out a Do Not Call complaint filed complaints concern­ ing telemarketing fraud last form. The Federal Trade 3. Lending/Credit: 1,985 year. consumers complained to us Commission estimates that telemarketers about lenders and creditors. fraudulent Complaints about credit vary scam as much as $40 billion greatly and include problems a year from unsuspecting with mortgage lenders, banks, U.S. consumers. Some of the loan brokers, payday lenders, most prevalent telemarket­ check cashing services, credit ing schemes involve bogus unions, refund anticipation international lottery tickets, loans, savings and loans, and advance fee loans, govern­ pawn brokers. Consumers' ment grants, credit card or complaints usually involve identity theft protection, and high interest rates, loan pay­ phony prizes or sweepstakes. ment changes due to late or 9. Home Repair and Con­ missed payments, adjustable struction: 853 consumers rate mortgages, prepayment filed complaints about home construction and repair work penalties and loan fees. 4. Debt Collection and that was never performed, Identity Theft: 1,599 con­ contractors who abandoned sumers filed complaints the job after getting paid, about debt collectors or iden­ shoddy work, missed dead­ tity theft. Consumers often lines, and cost overruns. We complain about threatening also hear about scam artists calls from debt collectors or who target seniors, attempt­ how frequently they were ing to sucker homeowners contacted about a debt. In into a series of unnecessary Welcoming 9wr New Smifin' Faces / V? J k • • • ii Kaylin Lambert Holly Winkler HairStylist Nail Technician Krislina Rolen Hair Stylist JUaxfa a/ Exlett Located at Shamrock Square in Jefferson Open Tuesday - Saturday 9am - 7pm 246-8830 Goss named vice-chair of Transportation Committee Attorney Cooper General Roy and expensive home repairs. 10. Internet Service and Sales: We received 779 Inter­ net-related complaints from consumers in 2006. In many cases, consumers are dis­ satisfied with their service or are surprised to see their long distance telephone bills rise sharply because of Inter­ net dial-up charges. We also see complaints from consum­ ers who ordered products via the web or participated in online auctions but never received their promised mer­ chandise. Where to go for help: If any of these problems sound familiar, or if you have a problem that didn't make the top ten, contact my Consum­ er Protection office toll-free within North Carolina at 1877-5-NO-SCAM. Consum­ ers can get advice from our specialists over the phone or from consumer tip sheets available at www.ncdoj.com. Consumers can also file a written complaint so that we can try to help resolve the situation through media­ tion. In cases where there is a pattern of illegal business practices, we may also take action to enforce the law on behalf of all consumers. Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and his staff are on the lookout for scams that seek to rob unsuspecting North Car­ olinians. We are here to be of service when you need us, but through consumer education efforts like these columns we hope to help consumers avoid problems from the start. RALEIGH—Sen. Steve Goss, D-Watauga, was ap­ pointed Wednesday to several key N.C. Senate committees by President Pro Tempore Marc Basnight. Goss will serve as vice chairman of the Transpor­ tation Committee. He will also be an active member of the Appropriations and Base Budget Committee. "Senator Goss will do a wonderful job serving on some of our most important committees, and he will work hard on behalf of our entire state," said Basnight, D-Dare. "I appreciate his willingness Soldier graduates Post file photo Sen. Steve Goss The Rural Transportation Advisory Committee of the High Country RPO will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, February 21st at the High Country Council of Governments building located at 719A Greenway Road, Boone, NC 28607. The Rural Transportation Advisory Committee (RTAC) will conduct the public hearing at 2:00 PM prior to the start of the RTAC meeting. The RTAC will receive public comments on the 2007-2008 Planning Work Program. The Planning Work Program describes to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCD0T) how the High Country RPO plans to carry out the rural transportation planning process. Army Pfc. Michael T. How­ ell has graduated from Ba­ sic Combat Training at Fort Knox, Ky. During the nine-week training period, the trainee received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle marksmanship and bayonet training, chemical warfare, field training and tactical ex­ ercises, armed and unarmed combat, military courtesy, military justice, physical fit­ ness, first aid, and Army his­ tory, traditions, and core val­ ues. He is the son of Butch and Maggie Howell of Earnest Howell Road, West Jefferson, N.C. Howell is a 2006 graduate of Ashe County High School, West Jefferson. FISH FOR POND STOCKING Delivery will be: To Place an Order Call the Store Above or Call 1-800-247-2615 w w w.fa rleysfish farm .com FARLEY & FARLEY FISH FARM Cash, Arkansas 72421 www.ultrascreen.us 17TH, Preventive Medical Screening Offered By 2007 &:00AM - UNTIL MOUNT PADDY CHURCH 822 HWY 88 WEST • JEFFERSON, NC Sponsored by: Mount Paddy Church/ Rev. Tim Roten FINGER STICK BLOOD SAMPLE FOR: 1. (Fast 12 Hours) Total Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides. 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Jefferson Ave. (336) 846-1044 �Public Opinion ...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers PAGE 4 without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 Editorial Some needed legislation When North Carolina started to get tough on drunk drivers, their numbers began to dwindle—in part, because a bunch of them were behind bars. Now it is time to get tough on another class of criminals: those who commit acts of domestic violence. A generation ago, many saw domestic violence as a problem within a fam­ ily—and that the authorities should not interfere in such personal matters. That was nonsense, and remains so. Fortunately, we have a sher­ iff who is well aware of the problem and determined to do everything in his power to arrest offenders and protect their victims. Last week, the editor of this newspaper heard a pre­ sentation in Boone by Kit Gruelle, one of the found­ ers of the movement that has helped fight domestic violence and raised aware­ ness about the issue nation­ wide. She knows whereof she speaks: her first husband, now deceased, kept her a prisoner in their home, with watch dogs trained to attack her if she tried to set foot outside. Gruelle had an excellent suggestion. What she pro­ posed is, essentially, creat­ ing a new class of crimi­ nal, similar to the habitual felon. In this case, the person would have been convicted of assault on a female. Three strikes, to put it simply, and you would face decades in prison. This seems reasonable and fair. Abusers have a strong tendency to repeat their crimes, in some cases esca­ lating to murder. By the time they have three convictions for this crime, it is pretty clear they do not belong free (and dangerous) in society. We would like to suggest a second law to also help our state crack down on this ter­ rible type of crime. At pres­ ent, our bail system is geared towards preventing persons charged with crimes from fleeing justice. A magistrate or judge assesses what is called the "flight risk" as well as other factors in setting the amount of bail. The newspaper's recom­ mendation is to add a spe­ cific element in cases of domestic violence and abuse. This would require the mag­ istrate or judge to assess the record of the individual charged as well as the poten­ tial risk to the victims. In cases werethere is a reason­ able belief that the suspect poses a threat to another person, no bail should be allowed. Evidence of that threat could be derived from previous convictions, inju­ ries past and present of the victim(s) and other factors as criminologists and experts such as Kit Gruelle would suggest. Bottom line: a per­ son charged with abuse who remains a potential threat should be held for trial with­ out bond. Period. Attention, Sen. Goss and Rep. Tarleton. It would be an honor if these bills, which could bring relief for thou­ sands of innocent women and children in this state and provide a model for the nation, bore the names of this county's legislators as the original sponsors. r- SOTHISlSlHf UNDI5CL0SEP, (KURt lOCAtlON. (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster To the Editor: My wife and I live on the east end of Pond Mountain. The top of Big Springs Mt. is fully visible from our prop­ erty. We have invested our retirement savings in our dream retirement home and property. Our large family, which includes three children and their spouses and eight grandchildren love this place. Until now we have been com­ fortable in the knowledge that we were remote enough that our retirement home and its value would be safe for several generations from in­ dustrial encroachment. I can­ not believe that Ashe County would allow this beautiful scenic area along with its tourism base to be destroyed and the value of homes of the many people such as my wife and I to be destroyed for the financial benefit of just one investment group. Our major concern is that if this project goes ahead in order to create environmen­ tally friendly energy, we will have destroyed our beauti­ ful scenic mountain envi­ ronment for still developing technology. Also, as a retired person, when the tax bill goes up to pay for those huge road projects that will be re­ quired to support ridge line wind turbines, whose going to help compensate low in­ come people and fixed income people? In addition, it is our understanding that it will cost approximately IVi mil­ lion dollars per mile to build the transmission lines. Since many more turbine locations are bound to spring up if this project is approved, our county would look like a spi­ der web of transmission line§. Our energy bill will NOT go down, it will go up to pay for building those transmission lines. How will people on fixed incomes and very low incomes afford those extra costs? One last point: It has been suggested that those of us in Ashe County that don't sup­ port this initiative are some­ how unpatriotic. I personally resent that and I know my fellow Ashe County citizens do too. We are rural folks not ignorant folks and we don't appreciate this condescend­ ing attitude. It seems to us that there's got to be an en­ vironmentally friendly way to use Ashe County winds to generate electricity without destroying the beauty of our mountaintops. Jeff and Rose Martin Lansing Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association Wind mill concerns Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Questions about mills To the Editor: I am grateful for Mr. Fulbright's letter to the editor in last Friday's paper. It was an argument whose content was well researched and lev­ el-headed in tone. So much of what I've read lately, re­ garding the proposed wind turbines, sounds hysterical. And with all the sensational, alarmist headlines about the causes of "global warming", I guess it's understandable that some folks would feel hysterical in their desire for alternative energy. This past week a group of scientists re­ ported that it is "very likely" humans have contributed to global warming. If you read past the headlines you will find there are many scientists who say there is no definitive proof that humans are re­ sponsible - these same scien­ tists point out that the planet has always been in a perpetu­ al state of change with many cycles of cooling and warm­ ing. The World Data Center for Paleoclimatology provides evidence that the earth's temperatures 1,300 years ago were actually warmer than they are now. In 2005, Nor­ wegian, Russian, and Ameri­ can scientists issued a report that said Greenland's ice was thickening, not melting. In the 1970's scientific com- Letters to the Editor puter models predicted that the planet was headed for an­ other ice age. Scientists also predicted that by the year 2000 the planet would be out of oil and experiencing mass starvation. It's hard to know what to believe. The point is - scientific opinions come and go. Don't get me wrong, I'm in favor of alternative energy sources, a planet free from the need for fossil fuel would be ideal - but we need to be careful not to let our ideology get in the way of our common sense. 1 As an Ashe county resident and taxpayer, I am concerned because the majority of the wind turbine proponents fall into two groups. The first be­ ing the investors of Northwest Wind Developers, who stand to make large amounts of money and the second group being non-resident ASU academia who obviously want to pad their resumes and who have nothing to lose if the wind turbines turn out to be a colossal mistake. I'm not sure either group has Ashe Coun­ ty's best interests at heart. For the past several weeks I have spent a great deal of time reading about the pros and cons of wind turbines. In the beginning I was in favor of wind turbines, but after much research I am opposed. The most comprehensive discussion of alternative en­ ergies that I have read is written by a Spanish conser­ vationist - Mark Duchamp. Here are just a few of the reasons he is opposed to wind turbines: Wind turbines on a yearly basis only work at 30% ca­ pacity due to the fluctuating nature of wind. It is unlikely we can ever be totally depen­ dent on wind produced elec­ tricity - for this reason it is necessary to keep fossil-fuel power plants idling 24 hours a day (emitting considerable amounts of emissions for nothing) in order to be ready to produce electricity when the wind stops. So much for wind power being clean. Placement of turbines in­ volves degrading consider­ able extensions of countryside with their associated tension lines, access roads, their poolsize irremovable concrete bases and their substations. Property values go down and wildlife habitat is lost. They stand to be seen at least 20 miles on a clear day meaning that they have the potential of degrading the scenery of 1,256 square miles. There is noise. The term "wind farm" is propaganda. One doesn't farm wind. These are large scale industrial installations that create in­ dustrial noise. "Jet engines" is the most common descrip­ tion given by people who live near turbines. There is medi­ cal documentation of "Wind Turbine Syndrome" which requires treatment for sleep problems, headaches, nausea, tinnitus, etc. There is fire threat. Cali­ fornia reports 35 turbine generated fires per year due to short circuiting and light­ ning. There is the bird problem. The California Energy Com­ mission reported that in one year, the turbines in Atamont Pass killed 60 eagles and 300 redtail hawks (not to mention smaller birds). In Norway, researchers counted 49 birds killed by a single turbine dur­ ing one night of migration. The list goes on. I have several questions for our County Commission­ ers and other Government Officials. According to the U.S. Dept. of Energy, the tallest moun­ tains in Northwest NC are the only points in the entire Southeast suitable for Wind Turbines. Should we sacrifice a National Treasure for an expensive, inefficient, and in­ significant contribution to an ill conceived attempt to solve a global problem? What percent of the en­ ergy distributed by BREMCO could be generated by these Wind Turbines? How much greater will the cost of power generation be from the turbines vs. current power generation? What percent of the initial cost of the project will be paid directly or indirectly by lo­ cal, state, or Federal taxpayer dollars? Have our County Com­ missioners seen and heard a wind turbine? Have they talked with people who live nearby? The Ashe County Home Builders Association suggest­ ed economic and environmen­ tal impact studies. Are these going to be done? Ashe County residents have a lot to think about. We should all write letters to the NC Utilities Commission, and our elected officials. Tonya Bottomley West Jefferson Support grandparents To the Editor: Have you been reading the Winston Salem Journal lately? There have been in­ teresting articles about Ashe County! Some dealing with wind farms, and the other on our aging population. Makes you proud, or does it? I am a school nurse who has worked in Ashe County for twenty-one years. I definitely do not know much about windfarms and what they can do, but I do know a little about people. In my job, I work with students, their families and deal with acute issues on a daily basis. By acute I mean things like a student gets sick, needs to go home, parents work, and grandparents are the major caregivers for the children. Grandparents are often the key phone contact for school staff in reference to a child during school hours. Grand­ parents are vital in children's lives. We need to support and take care of them. When I read the articles, it occurred to me why so many citizens of Ashe County have been coming to the wind farm meetings. It is because the people of Ashe County are very passionate about the place where they were born, raised, and plan to die. They are very proud of their land and want to protect it. Others may have moved here for the county's natural and scenic beauty, and want it to remain undisturbed. I think about the people that adjusted their busy workday, delayed sup­ per, or had to leave the kids and grandkids to come to the windfarm meetings. Their feelings are so strong that they sacrificed a lot so that their voices could be heard. They want to hear first hand what may affect their homes, families, and lives. Something huge is about to happen to them that they may or may not be able to control. That is a very scary, unsettling thought for all of us. The people of Ashe County are for the most part loving and caring and we take care of our own'. People here band together when they are con­ cerned and things affect them so greatly. They work hard to protect their homes and land just as they do in taking care of their young children and elderly family members. While reading both ar­ ticles, I asked myself sev­ eral questions. Is there a problem or concern that we as a total community need to remedy? Is the windfarm something that would help to heal the daily problems we encounter in our lives? Is it something that will benefit each citizen of this county to make it a better one? Is this even a problem the majority of our community members have identified? Is not hav­ ing windfarms going to make or break our county? A very wise doctor once said "If it's not broke, don't try to fix it." This may sound simple, unimportant, even unrelated to the 'debate' and discussion about the wind farms. But if I had to pick an issue to re­ ally work on that is already affecting our county, it would be the aging population con­ cern. Ashe County contin­ ues to assist with services that will provide the elderly with the best love and care they deserve in this stage of their lives. They took care of us, now it is our turn. The last line in the article titled, "Mountains Confront an Ag­ ing Population" said, "Is my community a good place to grow old?" I wonder. Pam Ellis, RN, NCSN West Jefferson Express your views The editorial page of the is available, free of charge, for readers Jefferson Post to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson ©jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Send a song to your sweetie Resolution continued from front page community. Strong opposition to the proposed wind farm led the commissioners toseek further information on the potential impact of such a project. They will have a second reading on the proposed ordinance regu- lating wind power generation in the county during their Monday, Feb. 19 board meet­ ing. On Tuesday, the Utilities Commission will meet to hear expert and public testimony on the wind farm project. This second part of the hear­ ing will take place at their of­ fices in Raleigh, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Following this hearing— though probably not immedi­ ately after—the commission will make its decision. As for the narrowness of Church Street, no solutions were offered. Without side­ walks, one resident feared for the safety of those who enjoy walking in that neighbor­ hood. Dale Hudler, who said he himself is in the realty busi­ ness and loves to sell prop­ erty, has too many questions about this particular project. He said the town needs to get a better handle on the plans before so many more vehi­ cles begin traveling through the neighborhood. The town needs to find revenue to pay for growth and expanded ser­ vices, he said, but also needs to try and maintain the small town character of West Jef­ ferson. One resident asked how the R7 zoning, which reduces lot size to 7,000 square feet, would work on the side of a mountain. McGinnis respond­ ed that if the town had an extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) they could address that issue, but as it is must ad­ dress each zoning request on an individual basis. McGinnis also explained to the planning board a Gen­ eral Statute that requires the board vote on a statement pri­ or tovoting on the request. The statute requires the planning board advise and comment on whether the proposed amend­ ment is consistent with any comprehensive plan that has been adopted and any other officially adopted plan that is applicable. The town has no comprehensive zoning plan, but does have a zoning ordi­ nance and map. Prior to voting not to rec­ ommend the rezoning request to the board of aldermen, the planning board approved this statement: "In the absence of a Comprehensive Land Use Plan, the town of West Jeffer­ son Zoning Map serves as the Land Use Plan. This request­ ed rezoning is not in the best interest of the town because it is inconsistent with surround­ ing zoning and causes an un­ due concentration of popula­ tion that is out of character with the surrounding devel­ opment; increases conges­ tion of streets; and does not provide adequate means of ingress and egress (entrances and exits) for fire suppres­ sion. Adequate allowances for storm water mitigation have also not been included by the petitioner." Planning board members are Chairman John Weaver and members John Reeves, Marie Scott, JoAnn Alexander and Bob Adams. McGinnis said Marie Scott has gone into hospice care and JoAnn Alex­ ander just recently replaced Mary Mclntyre who moved out of town. Marie Scott and John Reeves were not present for Thursday's meeting. Following the meeting, Monroe and Little said the subdivision project will most likely be abandoned. Monroe said he is planning to move to Ashe County and does not want to be part of a project that goes against the wishes of the residents. Development continued from front page about 60 town homes and 36 stand alone homes further up the mountain. They had also planned to build a clubhouse with tennis court and swim­ ming pool. Little explained that this upscale development would entail homes and units with values above $200,000. It would not be a gated com­ munity, but a property own­ ers' association would be in place and the streets would be turned over to the town for maintenance. "A lot of people are inter­ ested in town homes, and their only options here are the golf courses," said Little. The project, said Little, would also add an estimated $25 million to the town's tax base. Town Manager Greg McGinnis said he could not es­ timate the cost of town ser­ vices versus revenue to the planned development as he did not have enough informa­ tion about the value of the proposed homes. Opponents of the subdivi­ sion cite concerns of construc­ tion traffic and increased resi­ dential traffic on the narrow Church Street that leads to the property, potential stormwater runoff during construc­ tion and afterwards, and added noise in a quiet neigh­ borhood. Jason Herman, an engi­ neer attending the planning board meeting with Monroe and Little, said project plans call for a detention pond to control stormwater. Courthouse continued from front page to operate a visitor center. A resolution was passed in June 2003 stating: "The Ashe County Chamber of Com­ merce finds it not in the best interest of its membership nor in accordance with its mission to relocate our operations to the 1904 Courthouse." With a new chamber direc­ tor and staff, and solid con­ tinuing support of the court­ house museum project, 2007 bodes well for a renewed re­ lationship between the two groups. Located in West Jef­ ferson, the chamber provides a visitor's center for the county, and the courthouse museum must provide a visitor's cen­ ter as well as a museum for the former Virginia Creeper railway through Ashe as part of the DOT grant require­ ment. Ashley and Hafer reported to the commissioners last week that 2007 began with a project to initiate discussions with the chamber regarding a sharing of the building. "An exploratory committee con­ sisting of an equal number of representatives from each organization, along with Dr. Pat Mitchell (economic de­ velopment director) as a rep­ resentative of Ashe County government, will meet to con­ sider the financial and other arrangements appropriate for a sublease agreement be-' tween the museum and the chamber," their report states. Other changes to the court­ house preservation effort through the years included several name changes includ­ ing 1904 Ashe Courthouse Preservation Organization in 2001 and the current name of Museum of Ashe County History, Inc. (MACH) in 2005 to better reflect the organi­ zation's mission and focus. A web site was also created that year at www.ashehistory.org. Architect Joe Oppermann came on board in 2001, and in 2002 the commissioners provided a 99 year lease at $1 per year. Work that year included stripping of carpet, wiring and other items to begin renovations. The tem­ porary museum was set up across the street and contin­ ues to attract historical items and visitors as restoration continues on the courthouse. Last year "brought a for­ mal change in construction oversight, with MACH given more authority for decision­ making," the report to the commissioners stated. Ash­ ley and Hafer reported that much of the renovation on the first floor of the two story building has been completed. This includes replacement of deteriorated beams under the floors, and installation of "rough-ins" for electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling for operation of the museum. The group was also awarded a supplemental grant from the DOT for nearly $91,000 with a local match required (to be met by MACH). Longtime organization president and ardent sup­ porter Lonnie Jones resigned last year and Gwen Ashley was elected. A membership campaign attracted more than a hundred new support­ ers, and the organization was encouraged by a well-attend­ ed membership meeting in December. Ashley reported to the com­ missioners that a fundraiser will get underway in the next several weeks to winterize and restore windows in the old courthouse. Sponsorships will be sold to help raise the needed funds. Imagine: from out of the blue, four men bearing flowers appear at your sweetheart's home or work place, saying... "Suzanne, Raymond has something special he'd like to tell you..." and out pours a sweet, tender love song in gentle close harmony. That is the joy of Singing Valentines, an unforgettable Valentine's Day gift service from the West Jefferson chapter of the Bar­ bershop Harmony Society. A quartet from the Mountain Overtones will provide a Val­ entine's Day gift that will be remembered forever. What kind of sweethearts deserve Singing Valentines? These Valentine's Day gifts are terrific for... •Your wife •Your girlfriend •Your husband •Your boyfriend •Your mom •That certain someone who doesn't know she has a secret admirer. With more than 30,000 members in 800 chapters in the U.S. and Canada, the Bar­ bershop Harmony Society is the world's largest all-male singing organization. Through education services, music pub­ lishing, public performance and competition, the Society preserves a rich heritage of uniquely American music for future generations. Through­ out North America, hundreds of barbershop quartets are providing Valentine's Day gifts that will be remembered for­ ever. Local Singing Valentines are available, so why not give this new idea a try this year? The local chapter of the Bar­ bershop Society will make your special someone a memo­ ry that will be remembered for years to come. A Singing Valentine in­ cludes: four gentlemen singing two songs, a Valentine's card with your special message, and a beautiful flower, all for only $20. So call today and place your request at 336-384-4043. LOST DOG Lost: Brown & White Husky Mix. Right flop ear, blue eyes. Answers to Dakota. Lost at Baldwin & Black Bear Inn Road. Roten Please call Brian at 336-977-6257 continued from front page Roxann Roten of Lansing, and grandson of Lena and the late Gilbert "Gib" Rhodes of Lansing and J.B. and Ilene Roten of Asheville, former­ ly of Ashe County. We are proud to welcome Josh and see the funeral homes stay under local ownership and management. Since Josh's favorite thing about working in funeral service is working with people and taking care of the families, it is not sur­ prising that in anticipation of this move he says, "I am very much looking forward to working with the community and the families we will be serving. I want the families to be satisfied and I pledge to serve them with compassion­ ate care and professionalism. I am glad to be here and I am ready to get started." Good luck to Josh and the staffs of Badger Funeral Home and Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel and Gardens. Happy Valentines' ^ay fllexis Nieole Lyalls 33irthded£: January 30 th , 2007 «if Prom papaw & Nana Realize the value of co-op membership! <S$r Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation, a Touchstone Energy® cooperative, wants to remind you to use your Co-op Connections® card. The Co-op Connections program helps you obtain discounts on products and services from participating businesses across northwest North Carolina and nationally at more than 7,000 businesses. PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES Watch for new business listings in The Enlightener. You can also check www.BlueRidgeEMC.com or www.TouchstoneEnergy.com for the most up-to-date listing available. This week featuring Bachelor of Science in Nursing: RN to BSN Program at Watauga Medical Center Appalachian State University is exploring interest in the RN to BSN degree-completion program. All classes for this program would be offered at Watauga Medical Center (WMC) during the evening hours. The RN to BSN degree program is designed for individuals who have earned the associate degree in nursing (ADN) and hold a current and active registered nurse (RN) license. Interested persons are encouraged to attend an information session: Resorts I Lodging At Your Wits End Vacation Rentals, Blowing Rock 828-264-3535 $5 off per night lodging up to a max of $25 for a week long stay (seasonal rates apply) Baird House Bed & Breakfast, Valle Crucis 800-297-1342 10% discount (some restrictions apply) Best Western Blue Ridge Plaza 828-266-1100 10% of entire stay Best Western Mountain Lodge 828-898-4571 10% off rack rates Blowing Rock Country Cabins 828-295-4836 10% discount Sunday-Thursday (excludes holidays) Chetola Resort at Blowing Rock, Blowing Rock 828-295-5500 10% off rooms in Chetola Lodge / 20% off Chetola condominiums — some restrictions apply Country Inn & Suites. Boone 828-264-4100 10% off "rack" rates Dog House Resort, Jefferson 336-977-3482 (a B&B for people and their dogs) Standard room rate of $179 reduced to $149 / standard room rate of $229 reduced to $ 179 Doughton-Hall Bed & Breakfast Inn, Laurel Springs 336-359-2341 10% off each night's lodging Monday, February 26,2007 Watauga Medical Center Auditorium 4:00 p.m. Granny's Old House, Sparta 336-372-4018 $145 discount off full 7-day stay High Country Inn / Boone Rental Cabins, Boone Mountain View Lodge & Cabins, Glendale Springs At this meeting Appalachian representatives will discuss how individuals who hold the ADN and RN distinctions may prepare to enter Appalachian's RN to BSN program at WMC and then complete their bachelor's degree within one to one and a half years. For more information please call the: Office of Extension and Distance Education Appalachian State University 800/355-4084 828-264-1000 10% off nightly cabin rate / Sunday-Thursday (excluding holidays) 336-982-2233 10% discount 2-night stay /15% discount 3-night stay (excluding special events/holidays) New River Farmhouse, Jefferson 336-262-2061 10% discount off website prices Smoketree Lodge, Boone 828-963-6505 10% discount off rack rate The Bob Timberlake Inn at Chetola Resort, Blowing Rock 828-295-5500 (Seasonal Offer) 10% off daily room rate, Sunday through Thursday — please see website for full details Z Hollar Log Cabin Rental, West Jefferson 336-817-0147 10% discount (2-night stay) / 15% discount (3-night stay) excluding holidays Membership matters �PAGE 6 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Barbershop Quartet performing at Geno's on Valentine's Day School Lunch Menu Feb. 12-16 Monday: Cheese Sticks with Dipping Sause, Tossed Salad, Fruit, Cookie, Milk Tuesday: Taco with Shredded Cheese and Lettuce, Salsa, Cinnamon Bun, Applesauce, Milk Wednesday: Chicken Nuggets, Baked Potato, Glazed Carrots, Roll, Valentine's Dessert, Milk Thursday: Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Tossed Salad, Roll, Fruit, Milk Friday: BBQ on Bun, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Fruit, Milk Tuesday February 13 11 a.m.: Keep-the-HeatOn Luncheon at Jefferson Methodist Church Fellowship hall. Serving: Potato or Vegetable Soup, cornbread, dessert, and drink for $6.00. Entertainment provided by local musicians. Dine in, take out, or delivery (within five miles). Sponsored by the 'We Care Planning Committee' (BROC). Fundraiser for the emergency fuel assistance program. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Republican Party will have its monthly meeting held at 6 N. Jefferson Ave. (formerly Chamber of Commerce Office) 6:30 p.m.: High Country Christian Businessmen. In the Hollar & Greene Building (across from Mack Brown Auto). Learn what the owner of a 16 billion dollar business has to say about life and success. Come and bring a friend. For more information call: 828-9648577, or visit www.mtvernonchurch.org. Wednesday February 14 10 a.m.: A workshop for com­ mercial fruit and vegetable growers that will focus on safe food handling and legal liability issues will be held Feb. 14 at the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Forsyth County Center in WinstonSalem. The half-day workshop is designed for fruit and vegeta­ ble growers who sell their pro­ duce at farmers' markets and through pick-your-own opera­ tions. It begins at 10 a.m. with registration and ends at 1:15 p.m. with lunch. The workshop cost is a $15 per person, which includes lunch. The event is sponsored by North Carolina Cooperative Extension. Titled "Profitable Produce: A Workshop on Legal Liability and Handling Food Safely," the workshop will feature presen­ tations by Dr. Lynn Turner, a professor of food science at North Carolina State University, Shirley Outlaw of the North Carolina Farm Bureau, and Ted Feitshans, an extension specialist in agricultural and resource economics at N.C. State University. Turner will talk about "Good Agricultural Practices for Raw Produce Handling," while Outlaw will discuss liability insurance and Feitshans' topic will be avoiding liability lawsuits. 10:30 a.m.: The Ashe County Retired School Personnel (RSP) will meet at Winner Circle Restuarant. J. D. Parsons, Resouce Officer at Ashe County High, will be the guest speaker. Be pre­ pared to contribute to the N.C. Foundation for Public School Children, a foundation that helps needy children across the state with things they need for school, like eyeglasses and shoes. All retired school per­ sonnel are invited to attend. 11:30 a.m.: Parkinson's Support Group - "Ashe Movers and Shakers" will meet at Smoky Mt. Barbecue. Call 846-0781. 7 p.m.:The Men's Barbershop Quartet will be performing at Geno's Restaraunt in West Jefferson starting at 7 p.m. Be sure to bring your sweetheart by and enjoy a delicious meal with great entertainment! Thursday February 15 3 p.m.:AgVenture Feasibility: What Else Can I Do with What I've Got? at the Bakersville Fire Department. All farmers and producers in Western North Carolina are invited take advantage of a series of work­ shops being offered throughout the region on issues that affect today's farmer, from agritourism issues to product liability. This series will include informa­ tion on entrepreneurship, how to start and succeed with a new farm venture, ways to mini­ mize liability and other risks to farm businesses, and provide individual assistance with writ­ ing business plans. Workshop participants will be eligible to receive continued support for the development and implemen­ tation of their business plans throughout 2007. Additionally, participants that attend at least two workshops in the threepart series will receive a free copy of Building a Sustainable Business, A Guide to Developing a Business Plan for Farms and Rural Businesses. Friday February 16 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. and Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury will offer car seat inspections between 10 am and 2 pm at Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury. 10:30 a.m.: Inaugural High County Disc Golf Charity ICE BOWL Tournament, at the "New" High Country Disc Golf Course @ Ashe Co. Park, Jefferson, NC. All pro­ ceeds to benefit Ashe Co. Partnership for Children. $15 entry fee also get's you a disc and a chance at winning a lot of great prizes! Registration from 9-10am. First round tee time @ 10:30am>quick lunch break>second round to follow>then Awards. Whatever the weather may bring, either the Cold Rain or snow, let the good times throw, it's an ICE BOWL! If you'd like to par­ ticipate, donate, sponsor, get more info., or help in any way, please contact Todd Patoprsty @ (336) 649-0888, or boxofrain@skybest.com 1 p.m.: Amphibolite Strange but True. Meet at Picnic Shelter. There is something strange down been beneath the ground on Mt. Jefferson. It has been here for nearly 300, million years, and because of it, Mt. Jefferson has become a botanical wonder and a home for nearly 700 different kinds of plants. Come up to get a closer look at this strange dark rock known as Amphibolite. We will be hiking along the ridge, Bring a coat, hat, gloves and hiking boots or shoes. 7 p.m.: New River Volunteer Fire Dept. will host Rook Tournaments. Cost to play is $5 per person. 7 p.m.: Por el Dia del amor placita para parejas ITendras una experiencia inolvidable y el deseo de tener un Hogar Feliz! Ademas podras disfrutar de una cena deliosa. Lugar: Casa Garcia Restaurante Mexicano. Fecha: Sabado 17 de Febrero 2007. Hora:7:00 p.m. Donacion: $10 dolares por persona. Nota. Para reservacion llamar al. Telefono 336-846-4633 Sunday February 18 7 p.m.: Bluegrass bands Bluegrass 1101 and Backstreet in concert at the Ashe County Library. Free 1 p.m.: Chinese New Year Celebration. The High Country FCC (Families with Chinese & Asian Children) ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 8462041 for more information. will be celebrating Chinese New Year at Greenway Baptist church. If you have a Chinese or Asian child please come and join in the fun! for more info contact Patricia at (828) 898-4120. 1 p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike. Meet at Picnic Shelter. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecologi­ cal interconnections and ener­ gy exchanger that makes life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a variety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. 2 p.m.: High Country Post Polio Support Group February Meeting at Watauga Medical Center. In case of bad weather, the meeting will be cancelled and we can let you know the date for the March Meeting. For more information, call: Kathryn Pennell at 3368771154 or Shelby Duane at 828-495-9371 5 p.m.: Latinos Unidos invites everyone interested to a Hispanic/Latino Community Pot Luck and Conversation at Family Central. The goal of the meal and conversation is to bring together members of the Hispanic/Latino community, along with others interested in working with Latinos Unidos, to discuss the purpose and future directions of Latinos Unidos. Please bring a dish to share for the pot luck. For more informa­ tion, call the Latino Center at 982-3954. Latino Unidos invita a todos los interesados a un convivio y conversacion sobre la comunidad Hispana/Latina el domingo 18 de febrero 2007 a las 5:00pm en Family Central. La meta de este convivio y conversacion es reunir a los miembros de la comuni­ dad Hispana/Latina, con otros interesados en trabajar con Latinos Unidos para discutir el propdsito y futuras direcciones de Latinos Unidos. Por favor traiga comida para compartir con todos. Para m&s informacidn, llame al Centro Latino al 982-3954. Tuesday February 20 4 p.m.: Due to the urgent need of one our Parrish families, The Men's and WANT TO BUY Saturday February 17 Women's Clubs of St.Francis Catholic Church, Main Street, Jefferson.' will be sponsor­ ing A Fund Raising Spagetti Dinner. Serving will be from their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain Barbeque. 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Take out will be available.The meal will consist of spaghetti, salad, bread, desert and a beverage. The cost of the meal is $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for children under 12. If anyone would like to contribute items for the meal it would be greatly appreciated. If you contribute items for the dinner your meal will be com­ plimentary. Due to the urgent need of the family involved your help will be deeply appreciated .For further information about donations or advanced tick­ ets please contact the Church Secretary at 246-9151. Raffle to Benefit Alleghany Animal Shelter - Win our "Spring has Sprung" Gift Collection! Collection includes 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Party will hold their pricinct meeting at the headquarters. The encour­ age all intrested persons to come out and help organize the pricincts. Wednesday February 21 9 a.m.: The Annual Ashe County State of Health and Community Forum will be held at Ashe Services For Aging. Call Nancy Kautz at 846-0781. Friday February 23 7:30 p.m.: Mark Nizer at the Ashe Civic Center. Juggling, comedy, variety - a show for the entire family. $8 adults, $5 students Saturday February 24 7a.m.: The Annual Heart Breakfast will be held at Winners Circle Restaurant. For more information call Judi Leek at 846-1109 Monday February 26 5 p.m.: The New River Behavioral Healthcare Human Rights Committee will meet in the Area Conference Room, Suite 404 Oak Summit, 895 Stat Farm Road, Boone. The public is invited to attend. Tuesday February 27 7 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic party will hold Ongoing Events unique tea pot donated by Cater Pots (valued at $130), lots of other unique gifts donated by local merchants, and a certificate for a FREE spay/neuter! Tickets are $1 ea. or 6 for $5. Buy your tickets at Twin Oaks Vet Hospital or The Fashion Zone in Sparta, NC! Drawing to be Held March 20! Watch the drawing LIVE on Channel 50! For more info, call Robyn at 336-363-9187. Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions American Red Cross: O Positive, B Positive, O Negative, A Negative, and B Negative remain at EMERGENCY status. The overall inventory remains at CRITICAL status. Over 1000 units were lost from today and yesterday's schedule due to bad weather. • There is an urgent need for 5 blood types—O pos, O neg, B pos, B neg and A neg • The blood supply has been low since the holidays but has been further reduced by the wintry weather felt across the state. • The weather experienced this past week caused the cancellation of many drives throughout the state. As a result, the Red Cross could not collect more than 825 units of much needed blood. • In the greater NC area, the Red Cross distributes about 1600 blood products to area hospitals for patient use. We serve 103 hospitals. • Call 1-800-234-1646 x 209 for more information about upcoming blood drives in Ashe County. • All donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in general good health. THECHILDBIRTH/NEWBORN CARE CLASSES AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WILL continued on page 7 Grading Cq LOGS, STANDING TIMBER 0RTIMBERLAND Ultrascreen will be conduct­ ing screenings for cancers. All Types of Grading The screenings will be con­ ducted at Mt. Paddy Church in Jefferson. Appointments are necessary and can be obtained by calling toll-free 877-7633344, or by calling Joyce Borchert at 336-877-2069 for more details. 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY Central Conference Room. This will be a three hour train­ ing. Call 846-0781 for more information. 10 a.m.: In observance of National Child Passenger Safety Week, February 11-17, Safe Kids Watauga County 423-727-5113 Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems • Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & Insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman Office* (828)963-4069 Cell* (828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-864 O ASHE SHINTY HUSMltl SOCOiW 336-982-4297 Female 9 Weeks Old 9 Weeks Old Female DSH 1 year old Female Rottweiler / • Boxer Mix 2 Years Old Female DSH 2 Years Old Mix 8 Weeks Old • # These animals are available for adoption. These beautiful aussie mix pups are part of a litter of four. They are eight weeks old and ready for a forever home. This beautiful cat was found on the Colvard Farm Rd. She is a charming lap cat that appears to be in good health. Female Beagle / Heeler Mix 8 Weeks Old Female Border Collie Mix 8 Weeks Old Female Border Collie Mix 8 Weeks Old • 767 Fred Pugh Road • Crumpier, NC m » 982^4060# �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 PAGE 7 COMMUNITY EVENTS continued from page 6 NOWBEHELDONTHURSDAY EVENINGS (NOT TUESDAYS) BEGINNING ON AT 7 p.m. THURSDAY FEBRUARY 8TH. The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. "The Jesus Experiment" at FaithBridge Ever wonder, "So what's the big deal about Jesus?" Many people are interested in Jesus, respect him, even worship him, but question why his life, death, and resurrection are so important. FaithBridge United Methodist Church's next sermon series will address this question and will encourage us to not only THINK about Christian discipleship but TRY IT OUT, through what we will call "The Jesus Experiment". Beginning February 11th and concluding Easter Sunday, April 8th, our pastor's sermons will walk through the Gospel of Mark week by week, focusing on Jesus and his challenge: "Follow Me." In each sermon in this series, we will receive the "Experiment, of the Week" which will allow us to put into practice our discipleship (following Jesus). The community is invited to join us in participating in "The Jesus Experiment". If you've always wanted to understand more about who Jesus is and why He is so important, this is a sermon series you will not want to miss! Come grow with us, by walking alongside Jesus and getting to know Him. FaithBridge United Methodist Church worships on Sundays at 11am at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium (the former Blowing Rock Stage Company location) on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock. Our worship style is informal and nontraditional. Dress is casual and free quality child care is provided. To find out more about us, visit our website at www.faithbridgeumc.org or call (828) 295-8333. Edward Elliott, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia, tendino-muscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10am - 5pm. Please call 336-846-7492 mailbox #7, or 828-406-1985 for an appointment and directions. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold February services at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. The Ashe County Garden Club meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. If you have an interest in gardening and you would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for further information. Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Sign up is under way for the 21st Annual Ashe County Checkers Classic. The tournament is played at the Deluxe Barber Shop in West Jefferson during February Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity $ Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet l x ) J d idou& lojpc meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. 0 o0 r 'm w e a a < monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 and is sponsored by Miller Insurance and Deluxe Barber Shop. All serious checkers players come by or call 8465471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteerFire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March, prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OPTime and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at . m and ,§§ impeccable mother VJ She owns and operates * \ Mark of Eden Salon, is a f member of Warrensville Baptist Church and helps me run my business interests, all the while keeping Solomon and me fed and clothed. )(( curjoo us: c P f e l o yo . o e n r A 4 % other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. . 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is Ashe County HumaneSociety experiencing grief. Bring your announces pet adoptions each lunch and join them. No pre- Saturday at the Pet Resource registration is necessary and Center in West Jefferson from you can come in and drop 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a out as needed. This is an pet or bring any puppy or kitten on-going group that meets that you would like to find a weekly. If you have questions home for. Call 846-PAWS to please call Lisa Courtney, find out more. bereavement coordinator, for American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are women who have been held at St. Mary's Episcopal diagnosed with cancer needing Church on Beaver Creek Road more information and support.' in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. This is a group of women every Tuesday. If you or a loved who have faced cancer and one is in need of prayers for recovered and are trained by any reason, come join in this the American Cancer Society uplifting service. Dress is to offer hope, friendship, and casual, and the service lasts knowledge. Please contact Phillips, local about 30 minutes. Call 982- Charlene 3076 if more information is coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training required. Book Lover's Sale inside the in breast self-examination Ashe County Public Library available for women of all ages. in West Jefferson, featuring Become aware of warning the finest in used books, signs and the best methods magazines, audio books, for early detection of breas' videos, and children's books. cancer. Please call Ann CopSponsored by the Friends of at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare the Library this ongoing sale 336-246-9944. is updated every 2-3 days with Car Seat Checks are he current donations. "All the at Family Central every th» good stuff - all the time." 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REMEMBER YOU?WEETIE THIS VALENTINE'S DAY WITH ANY OF OUR SPECIALTIES RosesToSay"ILoveYou" • Stuffed Animals • Svecial Valentine Balloons •Gift Baskets ( )j\ • Silk Arrangements j UUjjt * ,f j-p , FRESH Flower JTrrarujements 427 S. fain St. • Jefferson, NC • 336-846-8136 �I\iesday - February 13 Thursday - February 15 Varsity Girls Basketball HOME PAGE JO TUESHAV, FEBRUARY 13. 200 MVAC Basketball Semi-Finals at Wilkes Central Girls 6:30/ Boys 8 p.m. vs Surry Central 7 p.m. Wednesday - February 14 Friday - February 16 MVAC Basketball Semi-Finals at Wilkes Central Girls 6:30/ Boys 8 p.m. MVAC Basketball Championships at Wilkes Central Girls 6:30/Boys 8 p.m. This week in Husky sports Lady Huskies tie school record for wins by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Lady Huskies closed out the regular season by hosting the North Wilkes Vikings in their final conference game prior to the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference Tournament. The Lady Huskies finished out the regular season by defeating the Vikings 64-32 and claimed second place in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference. The Lady Huskies victory was the team's nineteenth victory of the season, which tied the school's record for the most wins by a women's basketball team in a single season. The action opened up with the Huskies striking first when Kelly Hudler scored a lay-up in the first minute of the game. The Huskies were able to score three more points prior to the Vikings first points of the game, but the Vikings were able to score on back-to-back possessions Photo by Michael Graybeal The Lady Huskies had three seniors on the team. (L:R) Katie Gammons, Lindsey Hagel, and Kassee Roberts. to bring the score to 5-4 in favor of the Huskies. Kim McNeil scored on the Huskies following possession, which was answered by the Vikings with another basket. The Huskies earned three points by Kassee Roberts on their following possession to receive a 10-7 lead. Both teams were able to score six more points prior to the conclusion of the first quarter, and the teams ended the first eight minutes of action with the Huskies leading 16-13. The second quarter opened up with the Huskies holding the Vikings scoreless for the firstfive minutes ofthe quarter. During the Vikings scoreless streak, the Huskies were able to increase their score by ten points with baskets by Kim McNeil, Kendra Yearick, and Larken Mikeal. By the time the Vikings had scored their first points of the quarter, the Huskies had increased their lead to 26-15. The Vikings managed to score five points in the following minute, but the Huskies responded with four points of their own to maintain a ten-point lead. The Huskies increased their lead to 15 points inside the closing minute of the half with lay-ups by Kassee Roberts and Shelly Barker, but the Vikings were able to hit a shot in the concluding seconds of the half. The Vikings basket cut the Huskies lead to 13 points at the halfway mark of the game, with the score 35- Photo by Michael Graybeal Ashe County High School recognized the Senior members of the Varsity Cheerleading Squad prior to the Men's game. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaitlin Smith scores two points for the Huskies on this fast break lay-up. 22. close the third quarter with Following the halftime the Huskies in control of the intermission, both teams game, 51-31. gained four points in the first The fourth and final two minutes of the quarter. quarter opened up with the At the six-minute mark of the Huskies claiming the first quarter, Kassee Roberts was four points of the quarter by able to drive to the basket and Shelly Barker hitting a jump scored two more points for shot and then adding two the Huskies with a lay-up to points from the free throw increase the Huskies' lead to line early in the quarter. The 15 points. The Vikings were Huskies defense was a major able to score five unanswered factor in the fourth quarter points, but the Huskies as the Vikings had difficulty responded by holding the scoring and only scored eight Vikings scoreless for the final points in the final eight four minutes of the quarter. minutes of the game. The The Huskies also were able dynamite performance on to score ten points during the defense allowed the Huskies Vikings offensive drought to See Lady Huskies, page 12 Varsity Men dominate against Vikings by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Huskies entered into Friday night's game with a record of 13-8 and 4-7 in conference. A victory for the Huskies would place the team in fourth place for the Conference Tournament. The Huskies came out strong during the game and defeated the North Wilkes Vikings with a final score of 88-48 on the Huskies Senior Night. The action opened up with the Vikings scoring the first points of the game, but Kaleb Davis hit a three pointer on the Huskies first possession for the early 3-2 lead. Coleman Payne, and George Baker followed the path set by Kaleb when Coleman hit two three pointers and George hit one three pointer on the Huskies following three possession to increase the Huskies score to 12. North Wilkes was able to score on two of their possessions, but trailed the Huskies 12-7. Kaleb Davis, Parker Johnson, and Ethan closing minute of the half thanks to baskets by Ethan Goodman, Tommy Spagnolo, and a buzzer-beater by Tatum Lemly. The Vikings were also able to increase their score, and at halftime, the Huskies were in front of the Vikings, 38-26. At the start of the second half, the Huskies improved their defensive performance and held the Vikings nearly scoreless during the third quarter. The Huskies were able to score eight points in the first three minutes and held the Vikings to two points. When Coleman Payne hit a three pointer, and Kaleb Davis followed with a lay-up, the Huskies claimed a 51-30 lead. The Huskies' momentum did not slow down and Coleman Payne, Tatum Photo by Michael Graybeal Lemly, and George Baker The Varsity A/n had five seniors on the team. (L:R) George Baker, Kaleb Davis, Parker each drained a three pointer Johnson, Colean Payne, and Ethan Goodman. to increase the Huskies' lead Goodman scfod points The Vikings were able to a basket by Tommy Spagnolo, to a commanding 31 points. for the Huskie!yuring the come out fast at the start of a three pointer by Ethan Justin Ford- added another remainder of theW quarter the second quarter and scored Goodman, and a basket by three pointer for the Huskies and helped the t^m gajn a six unanswered points to cut Kaleb Davis to gain a 27-17 in the closing minute, and 18-11 lead at the^nciusion the Huskies lead to 18-17. lead. The Huskies were able Ryan Moser added two points of the first quartei See Varsity Men, page 11 The Huskies responded with to increase their lead in the Photo by Michael Graybeal Coieman Payne takes the bail up for two points on a fast break lay-up. Mountain Valley AA AtJetic Conference Mountain Valley AA Athletic Conference Men's Basketball lurnament Women's Basketball Tournament First round games \x/ill be nlax/Afl at higher seeds.'* will Y\r* played Qf hi<Th#*r Semifinals and Finals will be played at Wilkes CeLl. Monday Feb. 12 7 p.m. #1 North Surry #1 North Surry Bye #4 Ashe County Wednesday Feb. 14 8 p.m. at Wilkes Central First round games will be played at higher seeds. Semifinals and Finals will be played at Wilkes Central. EMISSION: rirst Round: $4.00 (DH) $5.00 tmifinals and Finals: $5.00 >ses accepted: MVAC NC Coaches NCHSAA Tuesday Feb. 13 7 p.m. #1 North Surry #1 North Surry Bye #4 Starmount Wednesday Feb. 14 6:30 p.m. at Wilkes Central ADMISSION: First Round: $4.00 (DH) $5.00 Semifinals and Finals: $5.00 Passes accepted: MVAC NC Coaches NCHSAA 6:30 p.m. #5 Forbush #2 Starmount #7 North Wilkes #3 Surry Central #6 Wilkes Central Friday Feb. 1 \ 8 p.m. \ at Wilkes Centra Thursday Feb. 15 8 p.m. at Wilkes Central #5 Wilkes Central Champion #2 Ashe County #7 Surry Central #3 Forbush #6 North Wilkes Friday Feb. 16 6:30 p.m. at Wilkes Central Thursday Feb. 15 6:30 p.m. at Wilkes Central Champion �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 PAGE 11 SPORTS JV Lady Huskies claim conference championship by Michael Graybeai Sports Reporter The JV Lady Huskies headed into Friday's conference game with an unblemished 11-0-conference record. The Huskies had sealed the conference championship with a 40-31 victory over the North Surry Greyhounds on the previous Friday, but the Ladies completed the perfect conference season with a 4123 victory over the North Wilkes Vikings. The action opened up with both teams battling back and forth in the first quarter. The Lady Huskies were able to gain a slight advantage towards the end of the quarter and concluded the first seven minutes of the game with a slight 12-10 lead. The second quarter was a close resemblance of the first quarter. Both teams were able to prevent the other team from scoring with their defensive pressure, but the Huskies were able to increase their lead to three points by only permitting the Vikings to score six points in the quarter. The Huskies were able to increase their score by seven points and headed into the halftime break with a 1916 lead. The Huskies exited the intermission and showed the Vikings a different team. The Huskies defense presented a posted an impressive 15-5 strong front and only allowed overall record. Coach Bobby Hudler the Vikings a mere two points during the entire quarter. The reflected on the season and intensive defense allowed the the team by complimenting Huskies to reward themselves the girls on their good work with numerous fast break lay- ethic and extreme dedication. ups and was able to cruise to He also commented on the a 13-point lead heading into team's chemistry and based the final quarter of the game. on their performance on the The fourth quarter again court, the team has bonded showed a strong defensive extremely well throughout unit for the Huskies. The the season. Huskies once again held the Vikings to single-digits, as North Wilkes was only able to score five points throughout the entire quarter. The Huskies were able to secure the victory when they scored ten points and the fourth quarter expired with the Huskies claiming their twelfth conference victory of the year with the 41-23 defeat of the Vikings. The Huskies were led in scoring by Caitlin Elliott who scored an amazing 16 points. Samantha Miller followed with seven points, and Charity Shatley and Stephanie Ratliff each added six points. Jessica Walker added four points for the JV Lady Huskies, while Morgan Casey rounded out the Huskies scoring with two points. The JV Lady Huskies concluded the season with a perfect 12-0 undefeated record in conference play and JV Men finish in first place by Michael Graybeai Sports Reporter The JV Boys headed into the contest against the North Wilkes Vikings leading the conference standings. With a victory over the Vikings, the Huskies would have sole possession of the Conference Championship. The Huskies were able to defeat the North Wilkes Vikings by a final score of 50-23 to claim the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference Championship. The game opened up with the Huskies coming out fast and strong during the first quarter. The Huskies tough defense only permitted the Vikings to score three points during the entire first quarter. The Huskies were able to demonstrate their explosive performance on offense by scoring an amazing 15 points during the seven-minute period. The first quarter came to a conclusion with the Huskies in charge of the game, 15-3. The second quarter was a near replica of the first quarter with the Vikings only scoring three points again. The only difference was the fact that the Huskies were able to score 14 points, compared to their 15 points in the first quarter. The Huskies were able to head into the locker room feeling comfortable with their 29-6 lead over the North Wilkes Vikings. The third quarter showed more life from the Vikings, as they were able to place more points on the board. The Vikings were able to find a weakness in the Huskies defense and scored ten points during the third quarter. The Huskies were not as successful as the previous two quarters and were only able to score nine points, and the teams headed into the final quarter with the Huskies winning 38-16. The fourth and final quarter brought more domination by the Huskies. The Huskies defense again only permitted the Vikings to score in single digits as they limited North Wilkes' offense to only seven points in the quarter. The Huskies again outscored the Vikings when they poured in 12 points during the fourth quarter. The Huskies were able to cruise to a victory with the final score being 50-23. The Huskies were led in offense by Sam Price who scored 13 points for the Huskies. Tavin Holman and Cory Roten added seven points, while Ben Warner added six points. Tucker Clay, Jordan Nichols, and Dustin Hamm rounded out the Huskies scoring with four points each. The Huskies concluded the Photo by Michael Graybeai Ariel Farmer takes a jump shot during a JV Lady Hus­ kies recent victory. season with a nearly perfect overall record of 19-2, and a conference record of 11-1. The JV Huskies will have four returning freshman from this season, Jaren Holman, Grayson Wells, Cory Roten, and Sam Price. The team also had seven sophomores on the roster. The sophomores included Tavin Holman, Tucker Clay, Ben Warner, Jordan Nichols, Brandon Lucas, Dustin Hamm, and Richie Absher. JV Girls Season Stats Season Opponent November 24 Watauga December 1 December 5 December 8 Watauga Forbush December 12 Wilkes Central December 15 Surry Central 46-30 Watauga 26-32 December 19 December 21 January 3 Starmounl January 5 North Surry January 10 West Wilkes January 12 North Wilkes January 17 West Wilkes January 19 Forbush January 23 Wilkes Central January 26 Surry Central January 30 Starmount February 2 North Surry February 9 North Wilkes Average Varsity Men continued from page 10 in the post for the Huskies to conclude the third quarter with the Huskies in control, 67-31. The fourth quarter opened up with Ethan Goodman scoring first. The Huskies were able to score four more points in the following three minutes, but the Vikings were able to increase their score by six points. Justin Ford took over at this point for the Huskies when he swished back-to-back three pointers to increase the Huskies lead to 39 points. Ethan Graybeai was able to score two points for the Huskies with three minutes remaining in the game. The Huskies were able to conclude the game with a substantial 88-48 victory over the North Wilkes Vikings. The Huskies had five seniors during the 2006-07 season, which were honored Season Stats Season Opponent November 24 Watauga November 28 Result Score South Iredell November 25 Alleghany December 1 December 2 Forbush December 4 Wilkes Central December 5 Surry Central • WANTED • December 6 December 7 Starmount December 11 North Surry December 12 West Wilkes December 13 North Wilkes December 14 West Wilkes December 15 Forbush December 16 Wilkes Central December 17 Surry Central December 18 Starmount Photo by Michael Graybeai December 19 North Surry Coach Grubb encourages his team in between quarter during a recent game for the JV Boys. December 21 TOUGHEST & BADDEST Watauga December 10 Mar. of Victory prior to the game on Friday evening. The seniors for the Huskies included Coleman Payne, George Baker, Kaleb Davis, Parker Johnson, and Ethan Goodman. All five seniors have been members of the Ashe Basketball Program for four years. Ethan Goodman is a three-year letterman, while Coleman Payne, George Baker, Kaleb Davis, and Parker Johnson have been members of the varsity squad for two years. The Huskies returned to action last night when they hosted the Forbush Falcons in a first round Mountain Valley Athletic Conference Tournament game. The winner between the Huskies and Falcons will face North Surry on Wednesday evening at 8 p.m. at Wilkes Central High School. REWARD $1,500.00 Watauga December 3 Mar. of Victory South Iredell November 25 Score Result North Wilkes Divisions for Men ages 18-40 NO ENTRY FEE - JUST OUTS! Three"1 Minute JUST' SLUGGING! mm EH0II6H? SIGH UP HOW Boone National Guard Armory Friday & Saturday February 23 & 24 • 8 PM To Enter, Sign Up Now At Advance Ticket Outlets! 1070-677 Average Watsonatta Western World, West King St., Boone Adv. Tks. S13 • At Door $15 • Child $6 Our Athlete of the Week, Kaleb Davis, is a senior member of the Varsity Men's basketball team. Kaleb plays a major role in the teams offense and is the primary ball handler. Kaleb was able to score 11 points during the team's victory over North Wilkes on Friday night. Kaleb Davis Congratulations Kaleb Davis!!! Hardee's Stop by each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! CHORipTTE BOBCHTS PREfSH W Jm T 5HOUU5 STRUT F E B . charlo box office, Lebo's ;om or 800-495-2295 ,ierice £*"5* handling fees. �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Lady Huskies Ashe County Parks and Recreation continued from page 10 Industrial League Basketball Schedule Feb. 14 Wednesday 6 p.m. Ashe Co. Builders vs Timber Creek Landscaping 7 p.m. Gates/ Current Chiropractic vs Midtown Motors 8 p.m. Independence Lumber vs Odie Gilbert Const. 9 p.m. Big Dave's Auto vs AEV/ Mo's Boots Feb. 15 Thursday 6 p.m. Jefferson Post vs Ashe Chiropractic 7 p.m. to possess a 60-35 lead with four minutes remaining in the game. The Huskies were able to cruise to their nineteenth victory of the season as they defeated the Vikings by a final score of 64-39. The fourth quarter brought a close too more than the current game, but the final regular season game for three special members of the Lady Huskies basketball team. The Lady Huskies success this season relied heavily on the three seniors on the squad. Kassee Roberts was a three-year letterman and was the team's primary ball handler. Katie Gammons was a member of the varsity squad for two years and was a tremendous asset for the Lady Huskies in the post, and Lindsey Hagel was also a two-year member of the team. Lindsey was beneficial to the team by her performance in the post. The Huskies victory over the Vikings was led on the offensive portion of the game by Kim McNeil with 16 points, and Shelly Barker added 12 points. Kassee Roberts added nine points during the game, Kelly Hudler and Larken Mikeal added seven points each, Kendra Yearick added six points, Katie Gammons added four points, and Lindsey Hagel rounded out the Huskies scoring with three points. The Huskies finished in second place in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference and will be awarded a home conference tournament game tonight. The Lady Huskies will host the Surry Central Golden Eagles with tipoff tonight at 7 p.m. The winner of this game will face the winner of the Forbush/ North Wilkes game at Wilkes Central High School on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Ashe County Builders vs Midtown Motors Corrected AYBL Standings 8 p.m. Woods Plumbing vs New River Motors 9 p.m. Timber Creek Landscaping vs Odie Gilbert Const. As of Feb. 9, 2007 Industrial League Standings Team New River Motors Midtown Motors/Jef. Appliance AEV/MO's Boots Independence Lumber Jefferson Post The Huskies Ashe Chiropractic Big Dave's Auto Ashe County Builders Gates/Current Chiropractic Odie Gilbert Construction Woods Plumbing Timber Creek Landscaping W 5 4 4 3 3 2 2 2 2 1 0 0 0 L 1 0 1 1 2 2 1 2 2 4 3 4 5 Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball February 8, 2007 Midtown Motors/ Jef. Appliance Big Dave's Auto Midtown Motors/ Jef. Appliance Trey Trivette 24 Andy Johnson 23 Big Dave's Auto Matt Krouse 20 Dustin Farmer 19 Jefferson Post Odie Gilbert Construction Jefferson Post Ricky Hurt 20 Michael Graybeal 17 Odie Gilbert Construction Robert White 10 TJ Lemly 6 75 67 Team Bobcats Grizzlies Spurs Sonics Heat Bucks Celtics Won 9 8 4 4 3 2 1 Played 9 9 8 9 9 9 8 Loss 0 1 4 5 6 7 7 3rd/ 4th Grade Girls Team Stars Rockers Little Huskies Timberwolves Shock Lady Hawks Storm Won 8 6 6 4 4 2 0 Loss 0 2 3 4 5 7 9 Played 8 8 9 8 9 9 9 % % Team Comets Mystics Panthers Sparks Jazz Jets Miracle 100 75.0 66.7 50.0 44.4 22.2 0.0 Dusty Farmer Brian Norris 84 36 Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Pick the top three finishers & win the bonus! Race Boif tana $00 Race Winner, 3rd Place Your Name Your Address, 62 36 City Phone # 13 The Huskies 11 7 Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball TIE BREAKER: (Please guess the average speed of the race winner in miles per hour) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PC) Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. .Second Ave. in West Jefferson February 7, 2007 Ashe County Builders Gates/ Current Chiropractic Ashe County Builders Dillon Poe Eric Miller 'Onta&t 52 33 21 10 71 56 14 Independence Lumber Timber Creek Landscaping Independence Lumber David Bowers Randy Teaster 52 49 Chad Miles Steven Phillips Ashe Chiropractic Jerry Hampton Alex Rollins 21 12 Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com (336) 246-2611 Carolina West West Jefferson 1447 Mt. Jefferson Road Agents T&D Satellite Tony Lyall West Jefferson 948 Hwy 221 Bus. 336-846-3601 Magic Video West Jefferson 424 E. Main St. 336-246-5605 CCS, Inc. <§>YAMAHA of Jefferson EMPIRE King of the Mountain •Jeep • Dodge | New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 wilkesboro, NC $13,888 866-380-2458 Your NASCAR Contest Headquarters! Jefferson Post 72 62 21 17 Parker Tie Company Inc. 800-235-5007 • www.carolinatvest.com 13 12 New River Motors Ashe Chiropractic New River Motors c/oa SXT4X2 22 8 Timber Creek Landscaping Justin Grubb Kody Blevins WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET West Jefferson Skyline Telephone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N 13 BONUS TOTAL IG made poGGtafe ^>-Wireless The Huskies Luke Peterson Jake Miller % 88.9 77.8 66.7 62.5 33.3 22.2 0.0 1 • Mu^t be 2.1.years old or olderJoj>n]en 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile, 4. How to Win A. RACE WINNER - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer cor­ rectly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the $20. B. BONUS POINTS -- Pick the top three drivers in order of finish and you win the bonus. The bonus amount starts at $20. If nobody wins the bonus for that particular race, then that amount rolls over to the next race, in addition to the $20 added already. In the event of a tie, the person guessing clos­ est to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the bonus points.* 5. Alt entries must be received in the office of the Jefferson Post no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. 6. In the event no one picks the correct winner of the race, the $20 amount for that race will also be added to the bonus points total for the next race. No Purchase Necessary to Win 'Bonus amount subject to change based on prior contest, West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net 20 15 Dusty Farmer Derek Roark Played 9 9 9 8 9 9 9 mRRRStUM/RRRm REVOLUTION 9 8 AEV/ Mo's Boots The Huskies AEV/ Mo's Boots Loss 1 2 3 3 6 7 9 *Unless Won in Previous Race <=2^ AN AMERICAN Gates/ Current Chiropractic Brett Miller Billy Hash Won 8 7 6 5 3 2 0 PIT STOP ROD PAINS PULES 2nd Place, 20 9 Jake Miller Darren Dotson 5 th/ 6th Grade Girls THI S WEEK'S Official Jefferson Post J NASCAR Pit Slop lot Prizes Entry Form Wood's Plumbing Todd Mathis % 88.9 77.8 66.7 44.4 11.1 11.1 Jefferson Post / NASCAR FOR PRIZES. 62 52 New River Motors The Huskies New River Motors Steven Phillips 20 Played 9 9 9 9 9 9 PIT STOP 17 10 Scott Patrick Jamie Wood Loss 1 2 3 5 8 8 Get your pit crew ready for the Daytona International Speedway 2-18-07 AEV/ Mo's Boots Wood's Plumbing AEV/ Mo's Boots Won 8 7 6 4 1 1 Team Wizzards 76ers Lakers Blazers Bulls Suns 100 88.9 50.0 44.4 33.3 22.2 12.5 203 S. Second Ave. • West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-7164 www.jefFersonpost.com Be sure to watch the Qaytnna S00 on Sunday, February 18,hand play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, February 23r(l edition for the winner information on this race. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 PAGE 13 E DUCATION Ashe County Spelling Bee 2007 tary and (Left) Runner Up: Ashley Carter - 8th Grader at Ashe County Middle School Grade Champions Grade 4 Erriily Long - Mountain View Elementary Grades Dalt<*» Barnes - Blue Ridge Elementary . % GMde 6Wooten • Mdtmtam View Elementary Grade 7 Max Al# - A-she County Middle School , Grade 8 Ashley Carter • Ashe County Middle School Grade 4 Blue Ridge Mountain View Westwood Blue Ridge Mt. View Westwood Blue Ridge Mt. View Westwood Ashe Middle Ashe Middle Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Kera Marvel Emily Long Emily Poteat Dalton Barnes Lauren Neaves Josh Rees-Jones Amber Hicks Anna Wooten Aspen Domske Max Alff Ashley Carter School Champions Ashe Co. Middle: Ashley Carter 8 Blue Ridge:Amber Hicks 6 Mountain View: End ly Long 4 Westwood: Josh Rees-Jones 5 Aspen DomskeO <sr ROOFING \ ROOP'S ROOFING ^CONSTRUCTION T & L CONSTRUCTION Residential & Commercial ]Woun\am Field • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More {Excavating & Hauling Owner - Tom Jarman Sr.: 336-385-2346 .Mobile: 336-977-1312 Call 336-846-H229 No J OB Too SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt > S-..M ' T • • •" ASHE COUNTY ROOFING I® HOME REPAIRS 2S ) cqrsC.rpcrieuro • Licensed in \ortli Carolina Appleseed ELVIN COE'S PLUMBING •fi PUMP SERVIC^^ Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance tor your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs & VA • Install roofing of all kinds • Hoof I'aiiiling • Insured & AI.L Work Guaranteed FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC "24 How Servic«" 20 Years Experience 336-372-5683 Cell: 336-657-1489 FREE ESTIMATES 336-384-2063 V OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE J Allen Miller EH T MTOII'S TREE SERVICE \ ' Sony Sharp Mountain View"** ,pi°neer TUCpntpp IV center TREE SERVICE Serving the Iltgh Country ' "Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES ,Samsu"9 .Panasonic S^DMIC STFWTI" 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 Bob Cox 336-246-HDTV (4388) 780 Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC Fax: 336-246-2443 riirtinnrTTirr\ JOE' S TIRE SALE XX Set of 4 All 13"- $199 AND All 14"-$229 mj SATELLITE All 15"-$259 16"Truck-$420 ".. .p SALES & SERVICE zenith^ 215-85-16--235-85-16 Mountain Welding Kay Combs Tree* Service* S TATE L INE F AST L UBE Hwy 16 @ NC/VA State Line 276-579-4562 Open 8-5 l/l'T'Th'F 8-2 Wed & Set rm m- Tree Topping,Trimming and Removal • Commercial • Residential • Customized 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units tor On-site Welding 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC Free Estimates 35 Years Experience Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner 'DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! mMASONRY isr Shepherd Masonry, IncN Commercial & Residential Masonry is now offering POURED WALLS Mark Shepherd Masonry Const., Inc. 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 Phone: 336-877-7511 E E T I A L C RC L Industrial • Commercial 17 years experience .IP- nhec<"*trs yttopfi Authorized Technicians On Board JO Plus Yean Experience 982-3333 James Ellis - Owner cv a THEATRES breatfy, \ Shop located at: DISPOSAL SERVICES MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Residential Pick up Service $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick up Service Available • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel TV'S & HOME Residential GMDmC Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured R-ESTAIJ-RANT 336-846-7737 Located on the Backstreet We have expanded our lunch buffet! We are offering a choice of 3 meats and 12 different vegetables! \Aoone Grading Co., Inc. No Job Too Small LICENSED& INSURED or Too Large! FREE ESTIMATES A LL T YPES OF G RADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman • Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-9634069 Fax: 828-963-8610 ^Septic Systems • Basements • Footers £e||. 828-773-6736 nar CARPEATRY/REMODEMAT Tooi.s ox WHEELS SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday ~ 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only - 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only ~ 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti • Remodel Jobs IUCAINE • Decks • Additions 336-977-2112 • Repairs be Maintenance 336-384-4352 �PAGE 14 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 40-Lost & Found 20-Classified Ad Department Policy | CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING « Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm A yellow Lab/Golden Ret. mix, female, 4-6 month old puppy was found as a stray in CLASSIFIED She is DEADLINES | | Sparta, NC. now at the Alleghany Animal Shelter and will Tuesday's paper be up for adoption on (Friday 9:00 am) 2/5/07. If she's yours, Friday's paper call 336-372-8744 to (Wednesday claim her. 9:00 am) J; IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size I of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 LOST: Brown & White Husky Mix. Right flop ear, blue eyes. Answers to Dakota. Lost at Baldwin & Black Bear Inn Rd. Please call Brian at 336-977-6257 70-Travel & Camping 1992 Prowler 25" with Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good Mail orders should be condition. $5,500 OBO. sent with payment to: | Cal 336-977-0383 Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post | PO Box 808 [ West Jefferson, NC 28694 ; | (We accept personal check, Visa or MasterCard) §'• Telephone: (336) 846-7164 . Fax: V(336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified© J9ffQrsonpost.com :: Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Speclal Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap.' financial status or notional origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6, Queen Bed, bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 140-Help Wanted #45-0661 CLINICAL COUNSELOR Open until filled. Full Time New River Behavioral HealthCare. Work base Alleghany. Duties include: clinical, individual, & group therapist with a heavy children's caseload, some adults, and daytime crisis rotation. Minimum requirements: Master's degree in Human Services: Counseling, Social Work or Psychology. Preference: Licensed. Usually: Mon-Fri, 8-5. Salary hiring range: $35,136-$50,604. Submit state application to: Alleghany Employment Commission, PO Box 996, Sparta, NC 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. Get Amazing Results Full Time Position available for a Registered Nurse to provide oversight and general nursing care and services to persons with disabilities in residential homes and vocational center. Great benefit package. Prefer one year nursing experience and prior DD experience. Call RHA Health Sen/ices at 828-262-5450 Mi Classifieds make "Cents' "Cents make Dollars" 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number tor the hearing impaired is , 1-800-927-9275. 140-Help Wanted HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR I (Position 743-40-1647) Open until filled. FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Wilkes County. Duties include: Case manager serving adult consumers with Ml, monitoring, arranging, coordinating and link­ ing consumers with needed services. Mainly in consumers homes or community. Minimum require­ ments: Bachelor's de­ gree in human service field and two years of related human services counseling/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counseling/therapy, case management or group work, one of which was supervised. Usual Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8-5, flexibility required. Typical-hiring range: $33,564 $38,424. Submit state application to: Wilkes Employment Security Commission, 320 Wilkesboro Ave. Midtown Plaza, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENCY seeking a licensed Property/Casualty & Life/Health Agent to sell on a commission only basis. Entry experience level okay. Great opportunity for learning the business. Please fax resume to 336-877-2615 or email to wendy.sheets® brookeag0ncy.com Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Omni Visions, Inc. Is accepting applications for AFL (Assisted Family Living) provider. If you enjoy helping others and are willing to open your home to an adult with Mental Retardation or Developmental Disabilities, then this is a great opportunity for an individual or couple. For more information call Beverly at (336) 838-2412. PART-TIME OFFICE HELP WANTED. 12 hrs per week. Applicant should be proficient with computers, & doing research on the Internet. Applicant should also be able to work independently. No experience needed. Please send resume to J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 140-Help Wanted HUMAN ^RVI«§ 140-Help Wanted REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOME HEALTH CLINICAL COUNSELOR I (743-40-3217) Open until filled. FT New River Behavioral Healthcare. Home base Wilkes but serves Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Iredell, Surry, Watauga and Yadkin. Geriatric and Adult Mental Health Specialty Team composed of MSW, RN and QMHP. Duties: Provide staff training/support services for persons residing in adult care/nursing homes with Ml, and consultation support for challenging residents to enhance services provided. Minimum requirements: Masters's degree in human services field and one year of supervised counseling experience or Bachelor's degree in human services field and two years of related counseling/therapy, one which was supervised. Typicalhiring range: $33,564$38,424. Submit state application and college transcript(s) to: Watauga Employment Security Commission, 207 Winkler's Creek Rd., Boone, NC 28607. Crinimal records check and pre-employyment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. High Country Health Care System has an opening for a full time Registered Nurse to serve Ashe County. Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experience. Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time management, and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowllne Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828) 264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified: EEO and ADA employer. RHA HEALTH SERVICES is taking applications for a Home Manager position located in Deep Gap, NC. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating activities of approximately 26 Direct Support Staff and managing operations of a 15 bed non-ambulatory ICF/MR facility. Qualifications: at least 2 years supervisory experience, high school diploma, valid driver's license, flexible work schedule and experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Qualified applicants can apply at 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC 28618 or call 828-262-5450 "TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING Get a Better Job a Better Career a Better Life Earn top-pay Wilkes Community College/SAGE Technical Services Offer: Small Classes One-on-one training, ONE STUDENT PERTRUCK Lifetime Job Placement Nationwide 5-Week Training (behind-the-wheel and classroom) CDL and ready to work In 6 weeks Financial assistance available to those who qualify CALL NOW (336)838-6509 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies TRACTORS: John Deere, Gas, Loader, $3900, Massey Ferguson 65 Gas, Loader - $3900. Case - Diesel, PS, Loader, $3900. Ford 4000, nice, $6500 Allis Chamber, Restored. Nice, has Cultivator, plow. $2500 Call 336-384-9040. 235-Christmas Trees Premium transplants 3-3's fall -r *% • fl for spring. 336-877-7167. the jefferson Post. 300Miscellaneous FOR SALE: 8 Prom Dresses, Sizes 5/6 and 7/8. Short & Long Lengths. $50 to $400. 336-982-9050 days, 336-982-4132 nights. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Call or We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Tessie is an older, 5-6 year old shepherd or lab mix. Tessie is a very mellow, easy going dog. She'd be very happy as a "couch-potato" dog in a family that's not very active. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta, 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 2001 Chev Suburban 4x4, 67K, Loaded, Leather, All Options. Dk Blue, One Owner, Garage Kept. New Michelin tires. $18,000. 336-982-2295 86 Chevrolet, 3/4 ton, 4x4, 28,000 miles, dump bed, snow plow, $4,900. 98 Dodge, 1 ton, 4x4, 12ft bed, $4,900, 94 Dodge 4x4 Cummins, auto, high miles, excellent run­ ning, sell or trade. Call 336-384-9040. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 200-Auto Parts/Services For Sale: 16 inch Chrome Hubcaps to fit 2001 Dodge Dually. $400. Call 336-982-9895. 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 FAST GROWING NEW COMPANY NEEDS RESEARCH ASSISTANT RESEARCHER/INSIDE SALES Strong computer and research skills (Mac, Excel, Internet) Articulate, strong writing skills required Degree preferred Salary/Commission + Great Benefits West Jefferson office Fax resume to: 336-246-3978 Or bring resume to Next Safety office at 230 Hice Avenue • West Jefferson, NC MOUNTAIN CITY CARE c/> AND REHABILITATION CENTER 919 MEDICAL PARK DRIVE CO 160-Business Opportunities Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 4' V' ? •f and 336-877-2652 Let's buile your future together. iii«i Fir 3-2's available and Fraser Fir Blocks, 5,000 to 45,000 trees, 2ft to 10ft. Will give time to harvest or will sell land, owner financ­ ing available. 140 acre farm, with 45,000 trees Nerds (ID #5) is an 8 and 14 acre farm with month old black 5,000 trees for sale. lab/border collie mix. Other blocks for lease. He's a calm, sweet Call 336-384-9040 heart of a dog and likes most other pets. He'll 290-Horses & make a great family pet! Livestock Contact the Alleghany Horses For Sale: over Animal Shelter in Spar­ 100 to choose from. ta at 336-372-8744 for Miniatures, Quarter more info or visit Horses, Paints, Paso alleghany.petfinder.com Finos, Pair Belgium PLACE YOUR Mares. Will finance and DOGS AND CATS until spring. keep Horse trailers, Flat FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY Beds & tack, sell or $3.50 PER AD. trade. Looking for part (UP TO 20 WORDS time help on Horse PER AD). CALL farm. 336-384-9040. CLASSIFIED DEPT. For Sale: AT 336-846-7164 Appaloosa Mare. FOR MORE Downsizing herd. INFORMATION. Need to sell. Call 336-977-9309 BUYING OR for more information. SELLING? 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Contact Center Associate Opportunities Lowe's has exciting, fast-paced contact center opportunities at our Customer Support center in Wilkesboro, NC. Shifts may include night and/or weekend work unless otherwise noted. Customer Care/Sales Support Associate The Customer Care/Sales Support Associate provides service to Lowe's customers via phone and e-mail. The Associate will handle calls from customers regarding complaints and escalate these calls to the store for resolution: will handle customer inquiries for production information, marketing programs, and store programs: and will provide support for other programs, such as sales and Lowes.com. Store Sales Support Associate The Store Support Associate will serve as the first point of contact for Lowe's store employees that require assistance with store inventory needs, special order sales processing, special order sales systems, and special order sales reconciliation. Store interaction is done primarily by phone. Contact Center Survey Associate The Contact Center Survey Associate will conduct outbound phone surveys to targeted Lowe's customers In order to obtain feedback about their Lowe's experience. Responsibilities will Include documenting customer responses in the database; providing assistance to customers with unresolved sen/ice issues; completing e-mail and data entry projects as assigned: and achieving established call quality and productivity standards. The hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 2:00pm-11:00pm. The successful applicants must possess a High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year of previous customer service experience. Additional requirements Include strong communication, decision making, problem solving, time management/organizational, computer, and typing skills. The Incumbent must have a positive approach to customer service and be a demonstrated self-starter and self-manager. For job descriptions, or to apply on-line, go to www.lowes.com/careers and reference ID #24596. Let's Build Yeur Future Together Lowe's is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. Also located on our grounds is a Tee Ball Field (dedicated to Dr. John Whitlock our Medical Director). For more info call Crissy Whaley, Admissions / Marketing or Doug Hornsby, Administrator (423) 727-7800 or stop by for a tour. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 15 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 Classifieds 410-Motorcycles/ 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2003 XR 70 Dlrtblke. Kick Starter, 3 speed, automatic. Very good condition. Comes with owners manual, title and tool kit. Half off original price. $975 firm. Call 336-982-8154 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 3 BR. 1 bath, house in Helton Community. Call 384-1062 for more information. 3BR/1BA House w/Monitor heat, Hardwood & Carpet flooring. Convenience and privacy. $600 per month w/$460 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals, Inc. 336-246-2803 Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available rffii For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 For Rent: 2 BR House Stop by Hart Power Equipment. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Premier Lease Space Available. Approximately 1600 Sq Ft located in front of Wal-Mart next to Ashe Cleaners. High Traffic area great for Retail • Bn^nm? Call 336 246-9379 for details. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 3BR, 2 BA furnished, mobile home, on Hwy 163, overlooks New River. References & deposit required. Call 828-632-7724 3BR/2BA Mobile w/oil furnace, carpet & tile flooring, very nice home. $500 per mo. / $500 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Property & Rentals, Inc. at 336-246-2803 $0.00 ZERO Down Payment for Landoivners. Singlewides,, Doublewides, On and Off Frame Modulars $25,000 - $500,000. (See Our 2 story Log Home) WE CAN DO IT ALL! Oakwood Homes of Hudson, NC 828-396-2045 Call for easy directions. 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 530-Lots & Acreage For Lease: Pasture and Barn for Horses. Riding Trails available. By Parkway in Laurel Springs, NC. Call 336-359-8224. For Sale: 152 acres, Grayson County, Va., intersection Fox Creek Road and Flat Ridge Road. Creek, woods, & meadows. Call for info. 620-386-0713. • 1115Professionals APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. • Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator CTA of the Estate of Jackie Jefferson Post for Carlton Blackburn, late of Ashe County, North the latest deals on Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having Mobile Homes by claims against said estate to present them Local Dealers to the undersigned at 8394 Tuscany Drive, FOR SALE: Lewisville, NC 27023 "NEW" HORTON D/W on or before the 14th with land, well, septic, day of May, 2007, or Brick, H/pump, 1485 this Notice will be sq. ft. Call Tommy at pleaded in bar to their 336-927-2788 recovery. All persons indebted to the estate SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New will please make imme­ 2007 models 2,3, and 4 diate payment to the 2 Bath undersigned. Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. This the 8th day of We will MEET or BEAT February, 2007. anyone's prices. Roger Van Edwards Call 336-973-2336 Administrator CTA for the Estate of Jackie 505-Modular Carlton Blackburn Check Out the Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 "MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots & Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Eula M. Johnson, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 581 Beaver School Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694 on or before the 30th day of April, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 24th day of January, 2007. Tommy Hardin William H. Hardin Co-Executors for the Estate of Eula M. Johnson TT *aL O3GCOG0©n LP0OT? /V P e r f e c t Y e a r R o u n d G i f t ! VV VV Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation uepaiuiicin • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 circulation Department GifL &ut>«c ri ption I A • Name. ' 1 X11 Ashe 1—1 $36.« A.dclress Seniors C"i« y A. C lift W from: I engineering prototypes Machining Electronics -* A solid backgroung in physics, chemistry and computer technology is required A BS degree in engineering or the sciences is required The position has an excellent salary with benefits and stock options. AT BCB, INC., WE ARE NOW OFFERING A DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM Advanced Materials Technology Director For more information or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 ELECTRICAL ENGINEER Employer looking for individual with experience in printed circuit board design, prototyping programs on board computers, specification-design and select chips to make boards. BS required ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • No CDL, No Problem! We will train you to get your CDL in 4 weeks or less! Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu COME DRIVE FOR A COMPANY WITH GREAT PAY AND BENEFITS! Afterschool programs Wytheville, Virginia Requirements: 23 years of age and a clean driving record. Helping kids find thehero within. Contact: Mark Osborne or Allen Dillard at 336-372-2557for details 'flyjjfrpfrYffliiWftnfc afterschool programs in your area Call 1-800-USA-LEARN. MANUFACTURING/PROCESS ENGINEER QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: • Experience in designing manufacturing procedures -CMC 1-800-334-1203 www.alliancetractortrailer.com DELIVERY PERSON NEEDED FULL TIME POSITION • Establishing QA functions • Process flow & control • A BS degree in engineering or operations manage­ Apply in person to: Sears West Jefferson, NC Please respond with a resume and availability date to: vickiewalker@nextsafetyinc.com or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 . E M P L O Y M E N TOPPORTUNITY ill AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: Want to join our health care team? RN's With Sign on Bonus Medical Technologist - PRN position in our Laboratory Department. Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Competitive Salary Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Please respond with a resume and availability date to: vickiewalker @ nextsafetyinc.com J $46.50 BOB TBUCKING INC. |T^p$yE The position has an excellent salary with benefits and stock options. Experience in the design and building of Out-of-County (All) i nc Wilkes Communit College „ a $33.OO Slate ment is required Qualifications Include: GOCXG3GS9 Shift Differential Year-round position Must have an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technologist Certificate), current CPR and previous computer experience preferred CRNA Dietitian Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator To apply: Apply in person at Home Health Program Coordinator Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: We offer an attractive salary/benefits Attn: Human Resources, package and opportunity of professional growth. Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., For information on how to apply, please visit our 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www.ashememorial.org website at: vickiewalker @ nextsafetyinc.com or fax to: Vickie Walker at: 336-246-3978 or email to hr@ashememorial.org The position has an excellent salary with benefits. Please respond with a resume and availability date to: www.wilkcsregional .org EOE �PAGE 16 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS A&J Auto Sales offers quality service Shoe exhibit at gallery ends February 16 Step right up for the last peek at "If the Shoes Fits" exhibit at the Ashe Arts Cen­ ter. The exhibit challenged artists to do a little "sole searching." The exhibit features three dimensional art with shoes as the canvas. Themes for the shoes range form whim­ sical to serious, from po­ litical statements and social commentary to hobbies. The exhibit runs through Friday, February 16. The Gal­ lery is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Something fun is "afoot" in the arts. Call 336-846-ARTS for more information. A&J Auto Sales, Inc. was established in January of 2003 by Jeff and Amy Dollar. They have been serving the High Country for 4 years in the Warrensville Community. In 2006 A&J Auto Sales ex­ panded their establishment to West Jefferson to better sever the High Country. A&J Auto Sales has added Jeff Davis, Howard Turnmire and Roger Whittington to their Ownership Team, giving Surveillance System reports that 21 % of children and ad­ olescents in North Carolina are over weight." All activities and interven­ tions are planned and super­ vised by registered dietitians, exercise physiologists, social workers, and ASU graduate students and interns. To sup­ port program goals and ob­ jectives all participants are screened for blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, strength and fitness. To promote con­ tinued healthy behaviors at the end of the summer ses­ sions, supervised AdFit activ­ ities continue at the Broyhill Wellness Center three eve­ nings per week. For more information or to register for the AdFit pro­ gram, call Paul Moore, MS RD/LDN at (828) 266-1060, Leslie Roberts, BS at (828) 262-9447 or Shannon Scott, MA RD/LDN at (828) 2624158 detail car wash and carry all major brand tires. A&J believes in "making friends for life" as well as treating people the way they would like to be treated. You will find their Sales team to be Hassle-Free. A&J Auto sales is independent and lo­ cally owned. Stop by today and visit the team from A&J Auto Sales or you can visit their website at www.aandjautosales.com. February exhibits at the Ashe County Public Library AdFit Encourages Total Body Wellness and Fitness AdFit, short for adolescent fitness, is a multidisciplinary effort between Appalachian Regional Healthcare Sys­ tem, Appalachian State Uni­ versity and local physicians. The program encourages to­ tal body wellness and fitness for over weight young people between the ages of 10-14. Sessions are conducted four days a week, summer camp type format, June through August. The cost is $10 per day per child and activities include swimming, field trips, team sports, cooking school, and numerous opportunities to explore self esteem issues. "Research indicates that 80% of overweight children will remain that way through out their life time and be at increased risk for type 2 diabetes and other chronice diseases," stated Shannon Scott, AdFit Program Direc­ tor. "The North Carolina Nu­ trition and Physical Activity them a combined 107 years of experience in the automotive industry. At A&J Auto Sales you will find one of the area's largest and best selection of quality pre-owned vehicles. If they do not have what you are looking for, they can get it for you. At the Warrensville location you will find their Service Team, which includes Chris Miller and Mike Roark. They do N.C. inspections, oil changes, iiiiu $ VI 1 &§i Photography by Kenneth Roberts In addition to operating Picture Perfect, a local pho­ tography business, Ken Rob­ erts serves as a volunteer photographer for the North Carolina Forest Service. His nature scenes include land­ scapes and wildlife. Stamp Collection of the Late Harold Stanley On display in the show­ cases are stamps from the collection of the late Harold Stanley, now owned by his daughter, Vicky Hurley. Mr. Stanley collected stamps for more than 20 years. Among the items on display are sheets commemorating the signing of the United States Constitution, passage of the Bill of Rights, United States Presidents, and space explo­ ration. Quilt by Janet Trembly This month's quilt, "Dres­ den Plate," was completed in August 2005 by Janet Trembly of Warrensville. It is brightly colored in blue, pur­ ple, and gold. DFIT Adolescent Fitness...For Life Advanced thoracic techniques available in the High Country Boone, NC - Dr. Tim Edmisten, thoracic surgeon with Watauga Surgical Group in Boone is offering an alterna­ tive stage one operable lung cancer patients. After a one year fellowship in London on advanced thoracic tech­ niques, Edmisten now per­ forms a minimally invasive procedure called thoraco­ scope lobectomy. Lobectomy is the treatment of choice for primary non-small cell lung cancer, provided the patient is fit enough to undergo surgery, the primary tumor is confined to one lobe and there are no distant metastases. The surgery is performed through small incisions on the side of the chest, spar­ ing the muscles and ribs. A video telescope and small instruments are introduced through the incisions to en­ able the portion of lung con­ taining cancer to be removed by a less invasive approach. The patients usually benefit from less days in the hospi­ tal, less pain, and more rapid time to recovery. "We are excited that Dr. Ed- misten and Watauga Surgical Group offer this procedure op­ tion to lung cancer patients,2 stated Richard Sparks, Presi­ dent and CEO of Applachian Regional Healthcare System. "The technique allows pati nts to leave the hospital in half the time of conventional lung surgery." Dr. Edmisten, Dr. Paul Dagher, and Dr. Harold Frazier, also of Watauga Surgical Group, also currently perform laparoscopic colon resections on selected patients. Using smaller incisions, they visual­ ize the intestines with small cameras that allow them to work inside the body and/or pull only the section needed outside the body to remove and repair. The procedure results in less postoperative pain and a quicker return to normal activity. Patients may have a shorter hospital stay, less pain, more rapid return to a solid food diet, and less recuperative time. 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Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 13 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0213 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., February 13, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com/" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-13 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/14ad97562fff48de3a0555aee8edab21.pdf 94f39dec286776424e5e78c14434ae7d PDF Text Text • Lady Huskies set school record; Coach Laura Foster claims 100th win Friday February 16, 2007 500 page 1B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com Varsity men move up to semi-finals Volume 82, Issue 14 J page 1B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Utilities Commission delays decision by Jim Thompson Editor Over 100 people packed a hearing room in Raleigh Tuesday as the Utilities Com­ mission continued taking tes­ timony in the proposed wind energy farm in Creston. After three hours, the hear­ ing ended with the announce­ ment of an extension that will continue the process—and delay a decision—until fall. A number of local and re­ gional leaders attended the hearing, including Sen. Steve Goss, Rep. Cullie Tarleton, Commissioners Richard Blackburn and Gary Barber, County Manager Dan Mc­ Millan and Dr. Pat Mitchell, county director of economic development. The real estate and homebuilder industries of the county, which have ex­ pressed opposition to the proj­ ect, were well represented. Steve Rose, a staff attor­ ney with the N.C. General Assembly's Research Divi­ sion, spoke against the proj­ ect. Noting the age and envi­ ronmental significance of the region, he asked the three Utilities commissioners at the hearing, "Are you willing to change these mountains?" Under examination by Com­ missioner William T. Culpep­ per III, who chaired the hear- Post photo by Jim Thompson The scene in Raleigh Tuesday morning. Three members of the Utilities Commission hear testimony from Lou Zeller of the Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League. Dr. Richard Calhoun of Northwest Wind Development is seen with his attorneys, sitting at the desk at left. ing, Rose stated his opinion that the Ridge Law does not exclude projects such as this in its exemption for wind mills. "No one calls these wind mills," Rose said. "They are wind turbines." Culpep­ per reviewed the wording of the Ridge Law with Rose, who concluded the exemp­ tions were only intended to cover certain tall, narrow structures either attached to or immediately related to buildings. Paul Sherman, represent­ ing the N.C. Farm Bureau, expressed support for the project. "It would add very valuable diversity to the in­ come sources for farmers," he said. Several second home.own­ ers expressed their opposi­ tion to the project. "Would you guys want to build with this coming in?" asked John McKinney of Asheboro, who owns a 12-acre tract in Ashe County. Lansing resident Phil Stanley, an Ashe native, on the other hand, spoke in fa­ vor of the wind energy farm. "We live on land that has been in my wife's family since 1824," he told the commis­ sioners. Outlining the crops that had once been grown See Wind, page 5A Long opposes wind project by Jim Thompson f . Editor I w Young and old love Valentine's Day Post photos by Linda Burchette Valentine's Day was celebrated by young and old alike Wednesday as residents of Margate Heath and Rehab Center in Jefferson crowned a king and queen and enjoyed a party, and preschoolers in West Jefferson mailed Valentines to their parents. Mary Childers of Big Laurel and Roger Osborne of Grayson County were crowned as Valentine royalty at Margate. Mary has been a resident since March 2005. She enjoyed working as a nanny. Roger has been a resident since September 2006. He worked in construction and farming. The children from Ashe Early Learning Center were invited to West Jefferson Post Office by Postmaster Drew Martin to learn about the postal service. Another group had visited last Friday and delivered Martin a handmade Valentine signed by the students. Lansing looks for sewer problems by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Lansing Aldermen are go­ ing to get a diagnostic screen­ ing of their sewer lines for the cost of a gallon of liquid smoke. The smoke testing service will be provided by the North Carolina Rural Wa­ ter Association as a service to a small municipal system. According to their web site, "The association is keen­ ly aware of the needs of these systems. This has resulted in a network of information and technical services available statewide." The association offers more than 175 years of experience from staff mem­ bers and free on-site techni­ cal assistance for water and wastewater systems. Wastewater Technician Fred Summers visited Lan­ Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circu lation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com sing for the board meeting Monday to explain the smoke testing system that the town hopes to implement some­ time this spring. The test involves forcing smoke through the sewer lines to detect leaks from lines, manholes and other sites. These leaks can result in infiltration of ground and surface water to the town's wastewater treatment sys­ tem. Water Services Director Tim Church told the Lansing Aldermen in December that potential problems with the town's sewer system were found during an evaluation inspection. Representatives of the Department of Envi­ ronment, Health and Natu­ ral Resources (DEHNR) said that while the system is ex­ cellent and well maintained, there was a problem with inflow and infiltration, mean­ ing rainwater, groundwater or surface water is entering the system, possibly through leaks in the lines or faulty grout around manholes. Church said there are several methods of locating leaks including a pressur­ ized smoke system to detect holes or breaks in the pipes and manholes. The Rural Water Association offered its technicians and services at no cost to the town to do this smoke test. They can do it, said Summers, with one gal­ lon of liquid smoke at about $48 per gallon. Summers said he would like to go ahead with the test as soon as possible, that weather should not be a prob­ Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,125 U.S. service people killed (as of 2/14) 23,417 U.S. service people wounded (as of 2/14) lem. Mayor Jason Ring said that since the test will re­ quire several sets of eyes to locate sites where the smoke may appear indicating a leak, he would prefer to wait until warmer weather. He doesn't want people standing out in the snow or rain looking for smoke. He will discuss with Summers and the board members the best time for the test and notify the town residents. Residents and business people may notice a brilliant white smoke coming out of lines and even into homes and businesses while the test is being conducted, said Sum­ mers. It is lightly scented and leaves no residue. This test sometimes has people scram­ bling to call 911 thinking See Lansing, page 5A Writing only fr -r- p^jvate citizen and AshevTvty land­ owner, N.C. Insurance Com­ missioner Jim Long stated his opposition to the wind energy project Friday. Long sent a letter to the Utilities Commission in ad­ vance of their Tuesday hear­ ing, which took place in the Dobbs Building, which is also where Long's office is located. Long was out of town for the week and unable to attend in person. His letter, which is now in­ cluded on the Utilities Commission website, states: J'm Long ^ost e P^oto Dear Commissioners: ship Corporation's system. My name is Jim Long In fact, BREMC states in (James E. Long) and I wish to its filing that no agreement express my concern and oppo­ has been made with the one or sition to the above captioned two developers as to whether project. it will purchase power from My personal interest in the project and at what price. this proposed project is that llie experts looking at the I purchased a small tract of impact on wildlife and wa­ land just outside West Jeffer­ ter quality did not appear to son on Buck Mountain nine reach a conclusion as to the years ago to build a home for impact of the project. my wife and me. The proposed site lies near Ashe County is a beauti­ the North Fork of the New ful county with wonderful River which, with the South citizens living there. The land Fork, creates the New River, and the mountains have a a designated scenic river, and natural beauty that cannot be the oldest or second oldest riv­ replaced. Because of the beau­ er in the world. ty and its wonderful citizens, I North Carolina's Attorney purchased this land nine years General, in a letter dated Feb­ ago with the intent of building ruary 4,2002 to the Tennessee a home there some day. Valley Authority, stated that I am not sure whether I their proposed windmill proj­ can see the proposed windmill ect near the North Carolina project from my land, but re­ line would violate the North gardless, this project will ruin Carolina Ridge Protection Act the natural beauty of a large of 1983 (N.C. General Statute 113A-205 et seq). That law portion of Ashe County. It appears to me in read­ and the opinion of the Attor­ ing all the items in the file ney General must be followed that no one is yet quite sure and that would appear to jus­ exactly where the project will tify denial of the application. be located. No mention is yet I have attached Exhibit A, made of where the high volt­ a three dimensional map of age lines will be run from the the portion of Ashe County proposed project to tie into the in question. I believe the area Blue Ridge Electric Member­ See Long, page 5A Sen. Goss to visit ASA NC Sen. Steve Goss is planning to visit Ashe Services for Aging on Friday, March 2 at 9 a.m. While at the senior center, Goss is expected to tour the facility and speak to a gathering of seniors and staff. Ev­ eryone is invited to attend. The ASA senior center is located on Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. For more information, call 246-2461. Correction West Jefferson resident Dale Hudler was mis­ quoted in a story in Tuesday's edition concerning a proposed residential development in the town. Hudler did not say he is in the real estate busi­ ness, but that he is about to enter the real estate business and is not opposed to selling property. His concerns about the proposed development involve traffic and maintaining the small town character­ istics of West Jefferson. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Jefferson Landing makes 'America's top 100 golf communities' list Jefferson, N.C., Feb. 13, 2007 — For the second year in a row, Jefferson Landing, a master-planned golf com­ munity nestled between the New River and Mount Jef­ ferson State Park in the Blue Ridge Mountains, has been named one of the top 100 golf communities in the United States by Travel + Leisure Golf magazine. The second annual list appeared in the 2007 Janu­ ary/February issue of Travel + Leisure Golf, American Express Publishing Corp.'s sister publication to Travel + Leisure, the world's leading travel magazine. The accom­ panying story by contributing writer David Gould described the ranking as an exclusive list of "communities that best combine superb golf with homes and facilities of the highest quality, an extraordi­ nary location and a wealth of lifestyle opportunities." Jefferson Landing, whose golf course was designed by U.S. Open and two-time PGA champion Larry Nel­ son, was one of only three North Carolina communities to make the list, along with Wade Hampton and Bald Head Island. Jefferson Land­ ing is easily the most acces­ sible of the three - 80 miles from Winston Salem and 110 miles from Greensboro, all but the last 23 miles on fourlane highway via Interstate 40 and U.S. Highway 421. In addition, the golf com­ munity received positions in the 2007 Annual Guide to the 70 Top-Rated Communities in Pinnacle Living Mountain Homes as a "Best Mountain Course," and in Business North Carolina Magazine as one of "North Carolina's Top 100 Golf Courses." "We're thrilled that Travel + Leisure Golf chose us as a top golf community for a second year in a row," said Ed Rodgers, president of Jefferson Land­ ing LLC. "It's truly an honor to receive these awards and be celebrated among the best golf communities in America. We look forward to providing the essential services recog­ nized in 2007 for many more years to come." Travel + Leisure Golf's top 10 in order are Sea Island (Sea Island, G.A.), Palmetto Bluff (Bluffton, S.C.), Santa Lucia Preserve (Carmel, Calif.), Mayacama (Santa Rosa, Ca­ lif.), Kiawah Island (Kiawah, S.C.), Promontory (Park City, Utah), The Cliffs Communi­ ties (Travelers Rest, S.C.), Pronghorn Bend, Ore.), Three Creek Ranch (Jackson, Wyo.) and The Bear's Club (Jupiter, Fla.) The magazine ranked 25 communities in order, then declared the remainder to be "tied for twenty-sixth" and listed them by state. The criteria were golf, quality of housing, community ameni­ ties and activities, location, and a "buzz" factor. Jefferson Landing's stat­ ure among the nation's leadbig golf communities reflects the credibility and immediate impact of Rodgers, who pur­ chased the Jefferson Landing Club and the undeveloped real estate around it at the beginning of 2005. A 25-year member of the PGA of Amer­ ica, he was previously vice president and general man­ ager of the highly successful Bonita Bay community in Bonita Springs, Fla., which also made Travel + Leisure Golf's top 100. Since acquiring the com­ munity, Rodgers has taken Jefferson Landing's golf course private, opened its clubhouse to year-round din­ ing, and is selling off its lodge rooms individually as condo­ miniums, thereby ensuring that only property owners, their renters, and club mem­ bers have access to the com­ munity. He has significantly improved course maintenance practices and is planning ad­ ditional upgrades through­ out the 480-acre property, with most recent changes to be complete this spring. As a result of these changes, Jef­ ferson Landing enjoyed the strongest year of real estate sales in its 16-year history, with more than $15 million in sales in 2006. Changes this spring in­ clude two new Har-Tru® clay tennis courts, a golf learning center, an expanded children's playground and volleyball court. The new 1,250-square-foot fitness center will house treadmills, elliptical machines, bikes, universal weight trainer, free weights and individual tools such as stretching bands and exercise balls. In addi­ tion, the two existing tennis courts will be converted from asphalt to clay surfaces and the pool deck will be painted and accented by new pool fur­ niture. For the children, new play equipment will be added to the grounds, complete with swings, a seesaw and jungle gym with slide. For golfers, The Club will create a stateof-the-art Learning Center to provide players - from begin­ ners to advanced - with the latest instruction methods. The new facility will provide students video tape analysis from Jefferson Landing's pro­ fessional instructors in a pri­ vate classroom setting before heading to the practice tee. Use of these facilities will be exclusive to members of The Club at Jefferson Landing and require either a Golf or Social Membership. Jefferson Landing is the premier gated golf commu­ nity in northwestern North Carolina. Set beside Mount Jefferson State Park, this private, master-planned community features a Golf Digest 4.5-star course, an el­ reinvest in your home with these LoujeS Presidents' Day values 5 days only 2/15/07 - 2/19/07 INTEGRATED SINK PLUS FREE EDGE UPGRADE" Up to a *650 value When you purchase a minimum of 25 sq. ft. of Special Order Corian" countertops, color groups B & up. Offer valid now through 2/28/07. See a Kitchen Specialist for details. "Applies to the following edges: top and bottom bevel, 3/8" roundover, 3/4" roundover, small ogee, large ogee, 1/4° top and bottom roundover. 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Lowe's and the gable design are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. 070291 001/70291/003,005,010,011,014,030,034,037,038,040,041,045,049,060,061,072,073,095,106,117,131,137 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Blue Ridge Electric vice president retires Lenoir, North Carolina (February 13, 2007) - Profes­ sional. Mentor. Leader. Inspirer. These are the words used over and over again by those describing Beverly Finney, who is retiring as vice president of member ser­ vices after 25 years with Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation. "Beverly has contributed greatly to the special spirit of Blue Ridge Electric," said Doug Johnson, chief executive officer of Blue Ridge Electric, a member-owned cooperative serving 70,000 consumers in Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe and Alleghany counties. "She is deeply committed to the members of this cooperative, and her full focus the past few years has been specifically on building an even stronger customer service culture," he added, noting that Blue Ridge members have rated the coop­ erative as one of the best in customer service in the elec­ tric utility industry. "Customer service is spiri­ tual for me," said Finney. "It's about being there for each other. It's about a relationship of trust. And it's about treat­ ing others as you would want to be treated." If Finney sounds like a preacher, she admits she's been "accused" of standing on her soap box in the past. It's just in her nature; several an­ cestors have been ministers. "When Beverly is passion­ ate about something, every­ one is going to know about it," said Lee Layton, chief operat­ ing officer. "She's been a driv­ ing force for many initiatives here at Blue Ridge that have benefited our members and our employees. Her passion is contagious and this has enabled her to be an effective public and internal spokes­ person and cheerleader for change." One of those initiatives is the leadership development program now in place. Sev­ eral years ago, Finney be­ gan preparing for what will eventually become a wave of retirements—and the loss of many years of experience Post file photo Beverly Finney and valuable knowledge—at Blue Ridge and other cooper­ atives across the country. She implemented the Blue Ridge Leadership Institute, a series of basic and advanced leader­ ship training courses for em­ ployees who want either to advance in the company or grow in their current role. "At the time I took Bever­ ly's leadership class, I was a crew leader and didn't know I would have the opportunity to move into another posi­ tion in the company," said Jeff Benfield, operations manager of Caldwell district. "I came away from that experience with more than I ever ex­ pected. I learned about un­ derstanding others and first leading myself before I can lead others. I try to use these tools every day in my current job." Electric services manager Rand Smith says his experi­ ence in Finney's leadership course was also life changing. "Beverly's class was one of the best I've ever taken any­ where," Smith said. "I think it's because she 'lives' the con­ cepts she teaches others—she believes in them that much. "One of the reasons she's had such an impact with her leadership classes is that through the principles she teaches she not only enriches the lives of those taking the class, she also the lives of their i 2bau Winner of the One Year Subscription to the Jefferson Post Kaylee Campbell of West Jefferson Winner of Two Layer Cake from Lowes Foods Martha Bennigan of Creston Take to the road with BETTER families, co-workers, and ulti­ mately the members of this cooperative," added Smith. "I've always loved learn­ ing and I never really left the classroom," explained Finney, who started her career as an English teacher at Ashe Coun­ ty High School for one year af­ ter graduating from Mars Hill College and earning her grad­ uate degree from Appalachian State University (ASU). She then moved to Caldwell Com­ munity College and Technical Institute (CCC&TI) where she had the opportunity to design their developmental English program to the extent that it was shared with ASU. At the community college, she also served in administration and coordinated the college's pub­ lic relations program. "I've loved helping others learn," said Finney. "I love the feeling of helping others be the best they can be; of help­ ing them dream dreams for themselves that they may never have considered. One of my favorite comments from a leadership class student was that the class made him think about things he'd never thought about thinking about before. Giving to others, see­ ing the light in their eye when they learn something new in an 'aha' moment, and watch­ RALEIGH - On Monday night, N.C. House Speaker Joe Hackney announced the House committees which will meet during the 2007-08 ses­ sion of the General Assembly. Rep. Cullie Tarleton was ap­ pointed as vice-chairman of the Education Subcommit­ tee on Universities as well as vice-chairman of Environ­ ment and Natural Resources. Tarleton will also serve as a member of Agriculture, Com1 merce, Small Business and Entrepreneurship and En­ ergy and Energy Efficiency and fulfilling than being a part of this cooperative and the communities it serves," said Finney. Finney has also been in­ volved in the community by serving on the boards of Caldwell County Hospice and Caldwell County Education Foundation. She was chair­ person of the Advancement Board of the Reich College of Education at ASU and a member of the CCC&TI Busi­ ness Advisory Committee and the Caldwell County Career Center. She is a past president and volunteer for Caldwell Friends. After taking several months off to relax and spend more time with her parents, husband Michael and daugh­ ter April, Finney plans to spend part of her time in re­ tirement continuing to use her teaching skills. As a cer­ tified Stephen Covey facilita­ tor, she will facilitate future leadership training classes at Blue Ridge Electric. She'll also continue to in­ vest her life in helping others grow and develop by fulfilling her own personal mission to: Live abundantly...Love with­ out explanation or reserva­ tion...Learn and share with others...and Leave a legacy that is positive and timeless. sost Rep. Cullie Tarleton also have to protect our beau­ committees. "I'm honored to have been tiful mountains and work for chosen by Speaker Joe Hack­ cleaner air and clean water. ney to serve as the vice-chair­ I'm excited to help lead both man of these very important these important committees committees", Tarleton said. and I'm ready to get to work." "No other issue confronting Rep. Tarleton said in addi­ the General Assembly this tion to the above, his top pri­ year is as important as im­ orities in the General Assem­ proving the education of ev­ bly this year will continue to ery child in North Carolina. be making health care more There are many challenges affordable and accessible for facing our state, including the all North Carolinians and need to build more schools, strengthening our economy improve our state's gradu­ and creating good paying jobs. ation rate and ensure more Money for roads will also be a students go onto college. We priority. J Clearance Sale Select Framed Prints 50% Off COVERAGE! 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Throughout the years as she advanced in management to vice presi­ dent, she had roles overseeing marketing, human resources, economic development, pub­ lic relations, legislative rela­ tions, community relations and a wide variety of member outreach programs as well as involvement in the coop­ erative's propane subsidiary, Blue Ridge Energies. "I have loved the guiding purpose of Blue Ridge Elec­ tric, which is to be a major shaper of the future for this area," explained Finney. "It was exciting thinking that I could be part of a legacy of helping so many people im­ prove their lives. "This was a wonderful place to invest my life, and this re­ gion is a wonderful place to live. I feel very lucky. I can't think of anything that would have been more energizing Tarleton named to committees BIGGER, 846-4196 ing their excitement as they begin to recognize their own potential is the way my life has been enriched," she said. Finney credits her parents for her achievements in life. "I had parents whose vision for their children was a college education. They instilled that dream in us and sacrificed so that we could achieve it. My father set the example for hav­ ing a strong work ethic—he worked 40 hours a week until he was 69 years old and con­ tinued working 40 hours 'part time' until his health began failing at 72. I like to think I inherited my mother's joy of living and her compassion for others. Everyone she meets is her friend and she gives so much of herself to others. She loves giving people a second chance and watching them bloom." Finney also credits a Mars Hill professor who "bubbled with excitement and first dreamed the dream for me" of getting a master's degree in English from ASU. "She went so far as to arrange a gradu­ ate assistantship for me with­ out my knowledge," Finney said. 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NARK NIZER Bedroom Suite Headboard, Footboard, Drawer Chest, Dresser/Mirror, and Nightstand World Juggling Champion and Comedy Entertainer of the Year For tickets call 336.846-2787 or visit the Ashe Arts Center Adults: $8 Students: $5 All Seats Reserved FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 7:30 P.M. ASHE CIVIC CENTER This program Is funded, in pert, by a Touring-Presenting Program Series Grant trom the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, with corporate support from the Ashe County Board of Pea/tors, and is sponsored locally by the Ashe County Arts Council. i JIM'S CORNER FURNITURE STORE 160 Northwest School Road • Warrensville, NC 336-384-2929 > �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Where were the experts? The second part of the hearing on the Northwest Wind Developer's proposed wind farm was billed as a time for expert testimony. If that was the expectation, the reality fell far short of the goal. When an expert wit­ ness takes the stand in a legal proceeding—and the Utilities Commission func­ tions with similar author­ ity to the courts—there is a process, and the testimony presented carries great weight. That process begins when an attorney seeks to qualify a witness as an expert, presenting into evi­ dence that person's creden­ tials. No such process took place Tuesday. Instead, we heard a variety of opinions. Some, naturally, were opinions, such as homeowners not wishing such a project nearby and farmers urging wind turbines would offer an opportunity for new rev­ enue for them. But when the experts, such as several Appalachian State University professors, took the witness stand, there was little added to the county's knowledge of this project. There was talk of studies and reportsj-but we did not see piles of copr, ies being entered into evi­ dence. This county suffers from a lack of hard, real evi­ dence on this important project which, because it involves our power sup­ plies, is significant to every resident. Northwest Wind Developers has not made its case—and it may well be a strong one—to the community. No one can say authoritatively whether electric rates will rise or decline, whether property values will soar or drop, tourists come or run, and even whether wind ener­ gy is a successful source of alternative energy. We have lots of opinions, but before most citizens can make up their minds, they will want the facts. It appears to us that if' this wind farm could make Ashe County effec­ tively energy independent while aiding in the efforts to reduce air pollution and global warming, it would have overwhelming local support. But to get to that point, the case for those points must be made—and with the same kind and quality of evidence a jury would expect. The jury—the residents of Ashe County—is ready. Where are^the experts and their testimony—not their opinions? Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mail room Department Linda Da in, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content, copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. PAGE 4A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 You can run but... To the Editor: You can run but you can­ not hide from change! After visiting West Jef­ ferson for the first time five years ago, my wife and I de­ cided that this was the place for us, and so we moved here. Wal-Mart had just opened up and you could see changes oc­ curring in the downtown and surrounding areas ofWest Jef­ ferson. Growth can be a good thing for all if the outcome is positive. Once we settled into this area, it did not take us long to find out how pleasant the town and its people were. This confirmed to us the rea­ son we moved here and truly felt like God wanted us here. Even a secluded area like West Jefferson, N.C. cannot hide forever. My wife and I watched the last town we lived in change into a mid­ size metropolis and with rap­ id growth also came a change in the crime rate, an increase in the homeless population, and an increase in taxfes. The city grew so fast infrastruc­ ture could not simply keep up. Problems abounded. When my wife and I moved here it was by faith in God. We knew the people of this area were God fearing people, and it did not take us long to see why this was called "The Bible Belt." God's blessing has been poured out upon this area because of Christians, their prayers and beliefs. It bothers me now, a short five years later to see our elected officials want to vote on an ABC liquor store coming into our town. We do not need that kind of growth or prosper­ ity in West Jefferson or Ashe County. Just look at all the positive growths we are hav­ ing without an ABC store. People are still moving to this town without an ABC store for positive reasons. I urge you do not vote for an ABC store in our town! I encourage you do not let what has hap­ pened to so many towns and cities across America, happen here as well. I would want people moving to our town be­ cause we do not have an ABC store, rather than have them move here because of hav­ ing one. Think of who will be paying for an ABC store and its employees. The taxpayers of course! Having an easier access to alcohol will put a greater risk of drunk drivers on the roads, causing more accidents and deaths, which will increase insurance rates. Our town should be known for its Christmas trees, ar­ tesian and crafts stores, res­ taurants, cheese plant and folklore that cannot be found anywhere but in Ashe County. When folks knock down old historic buildings such as we have in West Jefferson, the old history is lost forever. The charm of old business and the way it used to be is gone for­ ever. I pray that I did not make a mistake in voting for the elected officials and Board of Aldermen I chose to represent me. It saddens me that they would even introduce a refer­ endum on this issue. Change is good as long as it is the right kind of change. The time to voice our belief against the ABC store in West Jefferson is now. Our town and county will still grow and prosper but in a good way. God's bless­ ings are still upon us. I pray the people who vote on this issue will do so not only for Ashe County's sake but for the past and future genera­ tions as well. Oh God, "Guide my thoughts to encourage others to see what is happening." Michael Coulter West Jefferson On AMH To the Editor: Your front-page interview with the Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital CEO struck a chord with me, and I'm glad you were able to present this important topic with such thorough­ ness. It is clear that Mr. Wil­ liams and the trustees have a very challenging job, and I Letters to the Editor am relieved to know their re­ sponsible stewardship should help to assure that AMH will be around to serve my family and me for years to come. My family and I moved to Ashe County five years ago from a major metropolitan area. Only two months after my son was born in a sprawl­ ing high-tech Maryland hos­ pital that delivers more than 3,000 babies each year, we re­ located to Lansing. Knowing that there was a good hospi­ tal less than 20 minutes away was a very important consid­ eration in our move. I know that we are not unique, since access to reliable healthcare is a big factor for most people moving into the area (espe­ cially retirees, the elderly, and families with children). In the past five years, my famjly has relied on AMH and local healthcare providers for numerous emergency room visits, examinations, outpa­ tient procedures, wellness visits, physical therapy and recuperative care after heart surgery. My son's grandpar­ ents have received excel­ lent medical care for minor surgeries, cardio pulmonary complications, and stroke. My husband has received out­ standing eye care, including successful surgery for a de­ tached retina. We have only sought services from doctors in Boone and Winston-Salem for specialty practices not of­ fered locally. We have always received timely, competent and car­ ing treatment from AMH and the County's medical profes­ sionals, not-to mention en­ joying several major "fringe benefits" missing from the 'efficient' institutional care we encountered in the city. Seldom have we encountered long waits or 'full practices' unable to see new patients. While we have visited both single and group practices in Ashe, all have treated us as individuals with respect and caring. The doctors here even remember our names and our family histories, as well as our medications without hav­ ing to flip hurriedly through our patient files to try to re­ call who we are. Having moved from a big city, I was really surprised to learn that Ashe County lost its only dedicated pediatri­ cian when Dr. Kautz retired five years ago. While I under­ stand the economics behind it, I am still troubled that a community with more than 1,300 children under the age of five has no pediatrician. Yet an hour away, Boone boasts more than a dozen children's doctors and specialists. I know that changes in gov­ ernment healthcare policy and spending priorities have forced many of these changes, and I would hate to see this trend continue where more healthcare professionals are driven to practice where they can make a living rather than where they are needed most. We would all lose under this scenario. It is a shame that the national policy makers for healthcare are so far removed from the realities of life in small-town America that they cannot see the value of­ fered by small, but excellent care providers. Without AMH, many more costs would arise which would ultimately be borne by all of us (necessitat­ ing more social remedies, and band aid solutions). As it is, the few assistance programs the federal government does offer do little to incentivize small, but excellent providers (requiring institutions to cap the number of people served, while penalizing them for failing to meet cost per use guidelines established based on unrealistic models.) Many businesses would go under if confronted with an 11% shortfall in their operat­ ing budget in a single year. I am amazed at how Mr. Wil­ liams and the Trustees have been able to address such an impact, retaining almost 97% of their workforce, and yet cutting more than 10% of staffing costs. To my mind, it is one more example of Moun­ tain ingenuity, caring, deter­ mination and resiliency that makes Ashe County a place that I am proud to call home. Cynthia Howell Lansing Excuse me, Mr. Editor To the Editor: Again you use the word "mandate." [Excuse me, Mr. President, Jan. 30] You in­ sist on putting words into the mouths of "an overwhelm­ ing majority of the American people," whom you claim are demanding that we get out of Iraq now. This is a falsehood being angrily proclaimed as reality by a number of exas­ perated elitists who believe that winning the midterm election gave them the right to lose the war. Yet, I have to point out that there is no his­ torical precedent for opposi­ tion forces, foreign or domes­ tic, dictating the terms of our surrender to the Commanderin-Chief of the United States Armed Forces - who, thank­ fully, is the decision-maker in matters of war. You went on in your col­ umn to call our President a liar, a killer, and incompe­ tent. These are all accepted as perfectly legitimate slams against George W. Bush in today's mainstream media, as well as with some small town journalists who dream of one day being just as dangerous and damaging to Republican administrations in particular, and to conservatives in gener­ al. But as for the majority of your fellow countrymen - the ones for whom you purport to speak - I think they know that for all his imperfections, our nation's twice-elected leader is not the evil monster you and your ilk portray. And I, for one, am sick and tired of the hypocrisy. Granted: George Bush is a hated man. He is hated by the very people who remind us all constantly of their tol­ erance and compassion, of their unique sense of fairness and their unparalleled capac­ ity for understanding. He is reviled by those among us who trade in human rights and minority rights and help for the downtrodden and dis­ enfranchised as political tools while claiming their interest therein as evidence of moral high ground held. He is spat upon and demonized by the self-anointed and sanctimo­ nious banner-waving and card-carrying lovers of all hu­ manity. Hate speech laws, Fair­ ness Doctrines, and often op­ ed pages are parade grounds for phonies who believe it their right to use one-sided media outlets to fool the American public with unan­ swered slander, depicting our nation's chief executive as ei­ ther dangerously dim-witted or diabolically dishonest, de­ pending apparently upon the latest DNC talking points. I realize, Mr. Editor, that you despise our President. You have made it abundantly clear on so many occasions. I appreciate your right to your opinion, but I want to remind you and your comrades on the left that we should all be Americans first. After all, elections come and go, as do administrations, and even wars. And so, too, do deficiencies and imbalances in media fair­ ness and objectivity. I believe most people know this and that they can see through your brand of rhetoric to get to the truth. So, presuming the majority of us echo your extreme views is folly on your part. While your pen holds power, it does not grant you wisdom. Wielding it you may spout contempt for this Presi­ dent and his policies, but you don't speak for me. Drew Martin Jefferson Valentine's Day To the Editor: Letters came home last week informing parents that no Valentine gifts will be al­ lowed to be sent to school due to children's feelings be­ ing hurt. Fair or not fair is not the issue, seeing how the teachers and other staff are allowed to receive them! When asked about why this was, the response of John Gregory, principal of Westwood Elementary simply re­ plied, "We are adults, and it's my school." Does this show a good example to our children of fair or not fair, and how does that not hurt their feel­ ings? You decide. Ronnie Combs Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @ jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Long continued from front page highlighted in yellow to be the approximate location of the proposed windmill farm. You will note that there would be many views of the project from many areas of Ashe County, including from Mt. Rogers in Virginia, Grayson Highlands State Park, the Appalachian Trail, the Virginia Creeper Trail, and citizens living in the area or traveling through the region. Exhibit B is a graphic from the Jefferson Post depicting a mountain wind farm. Exhibit C is a photo in the local news­ paper showing the mountains where the proposed wind farm would be sited. Exhibit D is a map of Ashe County, North Carolina with mark­ ings of the roads adjoining the subject property. Exhibit E is a satellite photo of the subject property. I respectfully urge the Commissioners of the North Carolina Utility Commis­ sion to deny application (SP167 Sub O / SP-167 - Sub 1) (Certificate of Convenience and Necessity) submitted by Northwest Wind Energies, LLC. The impact on the land, the wildlife, and the citizens of Ashe County is too great to approve such a project. The natural beauty of our moun­ tains needs to be protected for future generations. Surely the public interest requires that you take these factors into consideration. I thank you in advance for your service in protecting the citizens of North Carolina, and I regret that I can not ap­ pear before the Commission in the public hearing due to a conflict in my schedule. Very truly yours, James E. Long Lansing — Ashe Masons install officers for 2007 Photo courtesy of Mike Sawyer Ashe Masons installed their 2007 officers on Tuesday. Russell Killen performed the duty of Marshall and Tom Hartmann was the Installation Officer. Families and friends were in attendance for the ceremony and refreshments were provided by Ann Paisley, Pam Sawyer and other ladies. The new officers are pictured above: front row, l-r: John Brown, Steward; Jeff Jones, Secretary; Josh Roten, Chaplain. Center row, l-r: Robert Poe, Senior Deacon; Dwight Owens, Treasurer; Greg Key, Senior Warden; Tony Lyall, Junior Deacon. Back row, l-r: Jeff Badger, Tyler; Marion Miller, Master; Jason Brown, Junior Warden. Not pictured: Jim Nelson, Steward. Commissioners meet Monday Ashe County Board of Com­ missioners will meet Monday, Feb. 19 at 3:30 p.m. at the county courthouse in Jeffer­ son. Prior to the regular meet­ ing, a work session will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. in the second floor conference room behind the register of deeds office. Items on the regular agen­ da include: 3:35 p.m.: Tax Administra­ tor Keith Little with monthly tax report. 3:45 p.m.: Director Becky Goss with Mount Jefferson Child Development Center update. 4 p.m.: Social Services Di­ rector Donna Weaver with de­ partmental update. 4:15 p.m.: Jane Lonon with Ashe Civic Center update. 4:30 p.m.: Chamber Direc­ tor Beth Dixon and President Carol Coulter with update. 4:45 p.m.: Chris Robinson and Dr. Pat Mitchell with teacher visitation program. 5 p.m.: Barry Cox with bud­ get approval for the Criminal Justice Partnership Program. 5:15 p.m.: Nancy Kautz with Healthy Carolinians grant request. 5:30 p.m.: Scott Williams and surveyor Dillon Culbreth with variance request. Items under general session include a second reading of the county's ordinance to regulate wind energy generation and a resolution to. create a re­ gional local management en­ tity (LME) for mental health, development disabilities and substance abuse services. Student serves as Governor's Page RALEIGH — Cassandra "Cassie" Lynn Sluder of West Jefferson recently participated in the Governor's Page Pro­ gram in Raleigh. Cassie spent a week gaining valuable life ex­ perience and providing admin­ istrative support as a page for the Office of the Governor for the week of Jan. 29-Feb. 2. "The page program is an excellent opportunity for high school students," Easley said. "Young people from all over North Carolina are able • to learn first hand how our gov­ ernment and various govern­ ment agencies work by playing an active role in the daily tasks of our offices." The Governor's Page Pro­ gram provides students with an opportunity to gain knowl­ edge of the roles and functions of state government. During the week, pages have a chance to attend press conferences, ob­ serve commission meetings and participate in a discussion with Gov. Mike Easley on current issues and events. Pages also assist in day-to-day office op­ erations. Some of their respon­ sibilities include delivering leg­ islative bills, filing documents, assisting in mass mailings, answering telephones and de­ livering agency messages. Pages also tour at least one of the following state gov­ ernment buildings each day: the State Capitol, Legislative Building, Executive Mansion, Supreme Court, Museum of Art, Museum of History and N.C. Correctional Institute for Women. Cassie is the daughter of Claude and Maiy Sluder and is a junior at Ashe County High School. The one-week program is open to high school students between the ages of 15 and 18, who are in good academic standing at their schools. Ap­ plication forms are available year-round, but appointments are made on a first-come-firstserve basis. For an application or ad­ ditional information, contact the coordinator of the Gover­ nor's Page Program toll free at 1-800-820-4483, or visit the program online at http://www. volunteernc.org/code/govpage. htm. Wind continued from front page there, Stanley said, "Every­ thing but Christmas trees is gone. We would like to extend this land to our children and grandchildren, but we need some method so landowners can make money from the land." He said he supported regulating such projects, stat­ ing, "the county can do this in a just and fair manner." He concluded by noting such a project would, "Save barrels of oil and coal fields, and help save the environment." Vicky Moody of Todd in­ voked the memory of the late Hugh Morton in stating her opposition to the project. She suggested wind farms would be more appropriate off the coast of the state. "The wind there is much stronger," she said. Bob Leker, manager of the Renewable Energies section of the state Energy Office, gave testimony in support of the project. Citing studies done in New York State and Vermont, he said that wind energy farms actually caused property values and tourism to increase. This statement caused some laughter from opponents. He was critical of Northwest Wind Develop­ ment's application, however, noting it provided no spe­ cific siting plan, among other things. Cheryl Iiayney of Warrensville, who owns land near the proposed project site, stated her opposition; She asked the commissioners "to deny the application, based on the Mountain Ridge Act." Dr. Dennis Scanlin of Ap­ palachian State University told the commission that 25 wind turbines would provide enough energy for 14,000 homes. He described his re­ search into the wording of the Ridge Law, reporting that former Reps. David Diamont and Margaret"Pinky" Hayden both had stated the "wind mill" exemption was intended to allow projects such as had once stood on Howard's Knob in Boone. Support for the project also came from Lou Zeller, speak­ ing for the Blue Ridge Envi­ ronmental Defense League. "Wind energy is coming to Ashe County, I believe, and will be successful," he said. "It will fit into the rural land­ scape well." He estimated the power generated could provide electricity to 16,000 homes. Delay On Monday, attorneys for Northwest Wind Develop­ ment filed a motion with the Utilities Commission for an extension of the consider­ ation of the project. In this document, Northwest Wind Development asked for an additional 120 days before the commission makes its de­ cision. Culpepper asked the other attorneys representing the Public Staff of the Utilities Commission, the N.C. Attor­ ney General, Blue Ridge Elec­ tric, Friends of Ashe County and others if there was an ob­ jection to this request. There being none, he issued an or­ der that Northwest would have an additional 120 days to amend its application and file supporting expert testi­ mony. This gives the company until June 13 to file such ad­ ditions. The Public Staff and the other intervenors in the process will have until July 13 to file direct expert testimony and exhibits. Northwest will then have a final opportunity to file rebuttal testimony or exhibits until July 27. Culpepper further ordered that the Utilities Commission will reconvene on Wednesday, Aug. 8, at 9:30 a.m. to receive further expert witness tes­ timony. After this, they will hear oral arguments on all le­ gal issues in the case, includ­ ing the interpretation and application of the Ridge Law to this project. These legal as­ pects will have to be resolved before the commissioners will move to approve or deny Northwest's application. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 1, 2007 at 5:50 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning ordinance of the Town of West Jefferson. A text amendment to the Neighborhood Service (NS) District is requested. The proposed text amendment will add "Engineering Offices," "Surveyor Offices," "Real Estate Offices," and "Accounting Offices" as permitted uses. This amendment is requested by S. Douglas Spell since he owns properties within the NS District and the proposed permitted uses are consistent within the NS District. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 1, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning ordinance of the Town of West Jefferson. Sections 71-75 within Article VII of the Town of West Jefferson's Zoning Ordinance are requested to be deleted. Additionally, these sections will be replaced with Section 71-Planning Board Action with sub-sections A and B; and Section 72-Board of Aldermen Action with sub-sections A and B also. This action was requested by the Town Manager in order to create a more efficient amendment process. • continued from front page something is on fire, he said, and that is why police and firefighters are notified when the test is being conducted so they will be aware of poten­ tial calls. Special notices will be issued to residents when the test is planned. It states the dates and times of test­ ing and information about the test. "The type of smoke used is white to yellowishwhite and may have a slight odor," the notice states. "It is harmless to plants and ani­ mals. If the smoke gets into your house, please ventilate your house." Summers said that if the smoke gets into a house, it means that sewer gases are getting into a house. This should not happen if your plumbing is in good work­ ing order, the notice states. To minimize this happening, run water prior to the test into sinks, tubs and showers as well as floor drains to fill the sewer traps with water. Summers suggests a small amount. More information will be provided before the testing is conducted. If smoke does get into your house, the source of the leak should be located and corrected, which is the responsibility of the property owner. A big problem with stormwater running into the sewer system is due to gutters tied directly into the sewer sys­ tem, said Summers. The big­ gest offenders for these tieins are schools, post offices and federal buildings. Indi­ vidual homeowners may also have connected their gutters or other drains to the sewer lines. The town, he said, will be challenged to deal with this and should have an or­ dinance in place for preven­ tion. Once any leaks in lines or faulty manholes are detected, the town will need to investi­ gate grants and financial as­ sistance for repairs. Church said the state would be sat­ isfied that the town is doing what it can at this point to identify leaks in the waste­ water treatment system in order to deal with the prob­ lem of inflow and infiltration. Those interested in the NC Rural Water Association can find out more on the web site at www.ncrwa.com. Resi­ dents and community mem­ bers will be notified when the smoke test is scheduled. SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM Theatre One U.airMl^if^li^UalI^lInir^»Ti»r»irnniT>ir»ll»imranHr«lImU«lliiUaIlnUtUl^llalLaanUa Slh. SB]L GIG1E IBISISIE IglElE1' Ghost Rider PG131 lEnrnraRira 3EDSEEIEE1 Theatre Two El El ElEl GlEnGn El El El ElSI Norbit .IE]G]I Movie schedule for February 16 - 22, 2007 nfrilc, -.icifcii. BE1E G1G1G E1G1G1G1G -ilnlci,. inicilnr Bid for Snow Removal The Town of Lansing will receive sealed bids on snow removal. Bids will be received until 5pm, February 16, 2007. The bid should include type of equipment and hourly rate per piece of equipment, as well as access to any other equipment in case of large snowfall. Specifications are available at the Town Hall. Please submit sealed bids to the Lansing Town Hall, PO Box 266, Lansing, NC 28643. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen reserve the right to reject any or all bids. �PAGE 6A JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 TON Reaction quick as tornado hits New Orleans NEW ORLEANS (BP)--Terror struck New Orleans Feb. 13 as an early morning tornado touched down in neighborhoods still recov­ ering from Hurricane Katrina's on­ slaught in August 2005. The tornado, which apparently skipped across both sides of the Mississippi River, toppled trees, downed power lines and killed at least one woman. The storms were particularly frightening for thousands of area residents still living in small, vul­ nerable FEMA trailers 18 months after Hurricane Katrina. Southern Baptists were on the scene immediately, as volunteers and residents trained in disaster relief went into action. Jay Adkins, pastor of Westwego Baptist, said he and the church's youth pastor, Brian Scholl, "grabbed our disaster relief credentials and went to work." Just two blocks from a street that sustained heavy damage, Jackie James, project manager for the Arkansas Baptist Builders, and his wife Linda who are residing in a trailer on Gentilly Baptist's proper­ ty, woke at about 3:15 a.m. as wind, hail and rain rocked the trailer. "Today, I was supposed to do an electrical plan on a home right over there," James said in reference to the storms' clout. "That is no longer necessary." A group of 96 volunteers, includ­ ing groups from Arkansas, South Carolina, Kansas, Nebraska and Canada, returned home from New Orleans this week. Sixteen volun­ teers presently are staying at Gen­ tilly Baptist and a group of 70 is scheduled to arrive next week. Several homes slated to be re­ built by Arkansas Baptist Builders were damaged by the tornado. As­ sessment of the damage was con­ tinuing throughout the day. Four firefighters were taken to the hospital after the torna­ do struck Fire House Twelve on Franklin Avenue, ripping apart the trailer where they were staying. Tanisha Goodman, owner of a duplex a block over from the firehouse, said one side of the duplex recently had been repaired, allow­ ing a tenant to return home from Houston. After receiving word that the duplex had been hit, she arrived on the scene at 9 a.m. to find that James and the Arkansas Builders already were there. "I had to pull over twice to get myself together as I drove over," Goodman said. "I was glad the church [Gentilly] was already here -1 appreciate them so much." In Westwego, soon after Adkins was awakened by the storms, he looked out the window and saw what seemed to be flashes of light­ ning but quickly realized that the flashes were transformers blowing and objects catching on fire. , "The tornado was just one street over from the house!" Adkins' wife Michelle said. "The moment we heard the noise we grabbed our pil­ lows and ran to the shower." Moments after the storm passed, she recounted, her husband and the youth pastor ran to a nearby economy hotel to assist the guests. The tornado made a direct hit on the hotel and all the guests, many of whom had been there for an extended period of time, had to be moved to a shelter at a nearby school. Westwego Police Chief "Poncho" Munch directed Adkins and Scholl immediately to a group of 50 of the hotel residents — several with ba­ bies. When Westwego's mayor spotted Adkins, he said, "Reverend, is this d£ja vu?" "An incredible blessing that has come from Katrina is the relation­ ships that have been established with emergency personnel and citv officials," Adkins said. Adkins and Scholl secured water, diapers and other supplies from a nearby gro. cery store and delivered them to emergency personnel and to resi­ dents who had been in the hotel In the Gentilly section of town James was pulling all crews in to the area to repair roofs and do im­ mediate damage control. A 78-year-old Gentilly resident who is recovering from a stroke was living alone in a FEMA trailer by his gutted home when the tor­ nado lifted the trailer off the blocks When he realized there was no es­ cape, he hid next to his bed. James said the man will be stay­ ing at Gentilly Baptist until the FEMA trailer can be replaced. Elsewhere in Louisiana, a tor­ nado left a five-mile swathe of de­ struction through the rural com­ munity of Breaux Bridge about 11 miles east of Lafayette just below Interstate 10. Teche Baptist Church, working with the St. Martin Parish sheriff's office, is caring for at least 12 peo­ ple whose homes were damaged or destroyed. At least 43 homes were either destroyed or sustained some sort of damage, said Guy Cormier, St. Martin Parish president and a deacon at Highland Baptist Church in New Iberia. "It is unbelievable how God must have been shining down on St. Mar­ tin Parish," Cormier said, referenc­ ing the three minor injuries report­ ed after the tornado thus far. "We have some homes that are just no longer there," he said. "The people just ended up sitting in their yards in the middle of the night. One man's mobile home was flipped over. All that is left now is a frame. He found himself witL a bloody nose sitting on his lawn.' Aware that the parish would need more than just local help in re­ covery efforts, Cormier, as the man ^sponsible for disaster relief in St. Martin Parish, signed a declaration °f emergency at 5 a.m., prompting Gov. Kathleen Blanco to fly over the area and then go on a ground tour. "She was blown away by the dev­ astation she saw," Cormier said."She assured us that the state is going to do everything they can to help us through this situation. "We've set up a relief shelter of Iberia in the Lafa.ve (West Jefferson Church of Christ) Obedience The people of this world must be obedient to God and His word. Everyone must obey God if they want to get to heaven. The only way to heaven is to follow what God has said through 's word. We can not rely upon ourselves to guide us to heaven. Proverbs 14:12 "There is a way w1 ic seenieth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death." The Proverb writer that if we choose the way that seems right unto us the end is death. If our ways are not God s wa^ ^ we are wrong and need to turn and follow God. We can not go on feeling because feelings can ea astray. We must be obedient to the word of God and do what it says. There are many that say they follow God, but in reality they do not. Matthew 7:21 "No everyone that saith unto me Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he tha doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven." Every one will not make it to heaven; only those who are obedient to God and His word. There will be many lost because they did things their way. >s not good enough just to say your are obedient to God. Actions speak louder than words. People wou rather see a sermon than hear one. Being obedient to God is hearing and doing what He has said o. Obedience to God is making sure we are going the right way. Matthew 7:13-14 "Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, an many there be which go in thereat. Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leads unto life, and few there be that find it." When we look at this verse we can see two ways but only one leads to eternal life and that is the narrow way. The narrow way is the way in which man must follow if they are going to go to heaven. The easy way leads to destruction and there arc many traveling it because they are not obedient to God. When we are not following what God has said we should not even call Him Lord. Luke 6. , "And why call ye me Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say." He is not our Lord if we are not obedient to Him. He is our Lord only when we are obedient to Him. We must follow God and no other. Obeying God means we can not follow our way. We must be a doer of the word ol God and not just say we are. We must follow the strait and narrow path of righteousness. When we are not following God we are not doing the will of God. If we want to make it to heaven we must follow all the word of God. We can not follow our feelings or the thoughts of other people. We must rely on God and nothing else to direct our steps. Douglas Frazier | |Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail ]Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study Name: City:. Address:. Phone: (_ Zip:. State: Mail Request to: WJ Church of Christ, PO Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 H Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Baldwin Community Church Pastor George Norris Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Comer of Paw-Roland & McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Nighi Bible Study - 7:00p.m. sistance to come there, said. 0ie0 was Tornado damage ..jeg 0f reported in the com., n(j port Youngsville, LoreauvUteano^ BACK TO THE BIBLE Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 246-2979 at Teche Baptist, urg aswith Hnmaee or\""I»Cormier damage u wll° 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service • ft :00am Sunday Evening Worship • 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pnt 1540 Hwy. 194 South • Todd 11 mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School IO:OOAM Baldmountainchurch.org WEDNESDAY- Eamily Night 7:0OPM IAll ages) Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM Community Care 6:00PM MONDAY - IPrayer <S Outreach) r Beaver Creek Christian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Pastor, Chris Cox West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Sendee 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Fleetwood, NC Minister Creighton Beatty Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry, teen lime) Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 "A Church focused - on faith, family & the future" Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Sendee 6:30 p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Barnelt. St. • West Jefferson Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 846-3954 Pastor Sean Hrigman 246-9031 "Join us in worship to Christ" 221 Burnett St.. (Off Buck Mtn. Road) l)oug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Wt/rship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugli 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • CrumpleJj NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Rev. Keith Casey 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 We would love to have you come worship with us. 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday Sunday Nigh t Service 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday * Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday«Prayer Meeting Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion Rev. J.F. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" (Episcopalian) 201 South St. (just off East Main), Jtfferson, NC (336)246-9642 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Service - Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 11:00 am & 6:00 pm "And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rdjtfferson, NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School • 9:00 a.m. Sunday WorshipSendees -10:00 a.in. Sunday Evening Services • 6:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Serviee - 7:00 p.m. Iff invite you to join us for a Cod centered. family worshipping experience. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Mount Jefferson Sunday Morning Worship Sendee- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear Presbyterian Church Christ Centered v Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childmis Sunday School - 10:00 AM Worship«/1:00 AM 846-7481 ,. . Pastor: Tim Roten , . . , Worship Times: Leading the lost to Chnst with Love SUNDAY school - $30 A.M. Establishing Biblical Holiness . WORSHIP - IO:3« A.M. Sunday preachin8 Service 6:00 P.M. Aiding and assisting in our community Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. Releasing others to continue on We have a nursery and children clutrelics available Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville / //, Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9 : 0 0 AM Saturday Evening Mass - Bible School -10:00 AM 5:00PM English & 7:0()PM Spanish Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Non-Denominational Deep Ford Rd.. Dinsin g Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a m: Prayer Meeting Wed, night 7:00p.m. Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come as you art, you will be loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 10:00 a.m. Hwy, 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Family Time Fellowship • 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship -11:00AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship - 6:00PM Phone - 982-3076 Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Wednesday Prayer Sendee • 7:00 p.m. Warrensville United Methodist Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church Pastor James T. Sechrcst 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West, Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Sendees 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise Welcome Home Baptist Church Office Phone: JJ6-982-9410 • Rev. Lonnie Jones • Pastor Sunday School • 10:00AM 192 Church Street Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM 336-384-3391 Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Sunday School ~ 10:00AM Worship ~ 11 :00AM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Visitors become family Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: Sunday School • Sunday Worship -11:00 336-246-5292 9:45 A.M. A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net ******************** To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. Jefferson - u H t A Continental Fume Shop A * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth A A Member of the "We Care Program" using Safety-Kleen Environmental Service A Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. 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UOA+TE KUIKUO., 9HC ' Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com We Build Your Home )C> The Way You Want It HOMES vvww.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • I620NCI63-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �PAGE 7 A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OPINION Local residents speak out on wind turbines (Editor's note: No issue in this county since the debate over the Unified Development Ordinance [UDO] has gener­ ated as much interest as that concerning Northwest Wind Developers' plans to build a wind turbine, or mill, farm on Big Springs Mountain in Creston. Because of the volume of letters to the editor received, and our wish to allow lo­ cal residents to speak their minds—for or against—we have decided to devote this extra page to letters to the ed­ itor in this issue. This allows us to catch up on some of the backlog of letters received. We encourage all those concerned or involved with this issue to take advantage of the forum the Jefferson Post provides to express your opinions. In addition to your neighbors, local and state elected officials read these pages, and want to know what you think.) Wind viable been done, we must prevent future damage. But, will a couple dozen windmills save us from a nightmare come true that awaits us if we don't act? Not really. Many people may be thinking it will, but because of the grand scale of the prob­ lem, these proposed sites will like trying to put out the sun with a cup of water. We pump many, many tons of carbon di­ oxide into the atmosphere ev­ ery year. If it is deadly in your house and car, what makes us think it is any better for us and our descendants with a ton of it hanging above us in the air we breathe. I have heard it said that new technologies have made coal much cleaner. Also, the US, mainly in Kentucky and West Virginia, has enough coal to burn for 250 years. What then? The wind will al­ ways blow. It wont ever run out. we don't have to blast the tops' of mountains off to get to it or drill two miles deep to pump it out. This is why I am for wind energy. If every single county in North Carolina had one or two wind farms that could produce 5 to 10 percent of its consumption, then we would have a huge step forward for the environ­ ment. Also, we can deal with oil dependency if we all stand up and say "I want to save my planet" and then actually do something. Write your sena­ tors and representatives in Congress. Tell them you want renewable energy, stricter emissions standards for all new cars, and a restored bud­ get for thefunding-starved na­ tional parks and wild lands. Matt Jones Grassy Creek capital costs. Subsidies given to industrial wind technol­ ogy diverts money that could be used in research for other more reliable forms of alter­ native energy. Wind Developers often dwell on turbines' installed capacity; they provide facts and figures based on what turbines can produce at 100% capacity. But the wind fluc­ tuates; research proves that on average, turbines operate at only 20-30% capacity. All wind plants must have fos­ sil fueled backup generators. These generators idle 24hrs a day (emitting considerable amounts of emissions for nothing) in order to be ready to generate electricity when the wind turbines are not functioning'which is, on aver­ age, 70-80% of the time. In the U.S., the state of California has apparently reached similar conclusions about the inefficiency of wind energy. There are 13,000 wind turbines in the state. In 2003, the California Energy Com­ mission studied three wind plants and concluded that the total annual output average was 23% of capacity. In Cali­ fornia thousands of no longer functioning turbines clutter the landscape abandoned after investors made their profits and tax incentives ran out. Experience is a great teacher. Tonya Bottomley West Jefferson To the Editor: Despite controversy, wind is a viable option for power generation in Ashe County and across the Highlands. The development of 25-28 tur­ bines on Big Spring Mountain in Ashe County will generate approximately 50 megawatts. This is enough electricity to support at least 20,000 homes according to conservative megawatt usage estimates by Texas State Energy Conser­ vation Office and the Appala­ chian State University North Carolina Wind Energy Pro­ gram. With eleven thousand homes in Ashe County and ap­ proximately twenty thousand homes in Watauga County, the electricity from turbines on Big Spring Mountain could provide a large portion of lo­ cal power needs. Opponents argue the loss of scenery and environmental damage would outway the benefits of sus­ tainable "clean" energy. If all generation of electricity was produced locally, communities would be more actively in­ volved in choosing the best al­ ternative for their area. Ashe county is connected to a poweif grid, currently allowing us to export the environmental costs of power generation to other areas. Ashe County is not a source of coal or gas or uranium so it does not have to deal with the destruction from mining these resources. Instead, our neighbors from the coal belt to the north cope with the damaged watersheds tainted by mining residue and witness ecosystems removed by the hilltop, destroying pre­ cious habitat for animals in the process. We wouldn't al­ low this in our community and shouldn't support this for our neighbors. Opponents to creating clean local solutions to electricity needs should look to areas of West Virginia and Virginia to see how de­ structive traditional power To the Editor: After much research I have sources can be. Wind generated electricity learned that Europe has a long offers an alternative to tra­ history of wind energy experi­ ditional power sources that ence; long enough to generate has several advantages. It volumes of documentation produces zero carbon-dioxide proving that wind turbines emissions (a greenhouse gas are a failed technology. Ger­ contributing to global climate many (about the size of Mon­ change) beyond what is need­ tana) is the world's largest ed to construct infrastructure. user of wind technology with This is in contrast to natural over 18,000 wind turbines. gas and coal power, second These 18,000 turbines gen­ only to automobiles in produc­ erate only 6% of Germany's tion of greenhouse gases, as electricity needs. In review of well as being a leading source the country's extensive wind of poisonous mercury. Oppo­ plants, a study proved that nents fear impact on wildlife for more than half the days in due to noise, shadows and 2004, the sum of wind plant strobe lights. These turbines output to the grid was lower will be spread across 400 acres than 11% of the wind plant's lessening the impact of noise, rated capacity. In 2005, the with modern units operating German Governments Energy scarcely louder than the cur­ Agency released a report that rent wind conditions. Biologi­ concluded the country's wind cal ecosystems and human plants were an expensive and homes can coexist alongside inefficient way of generating wind turbines much easier sustainable energy. Denmark than traditional power gen­ (one third the size of NC) is erators. With an increasingly another European country imperiled global environment, with wind energy experience. local areas must voice support The country has 6,000 tur­ for energy policy that will bines. Last year their green­ protect our environment for house emissions were reduced the future. Ashe County can by less than 1%. Denmark actively serve as a leader to has stopped all onshore wind other areas by committing to installations; Germany is fol­ the creation of a sustainable lowing suit. The Wind Industry is meet­ energy solution. Dominion Rognstad ing much public resistance in Crumpler Europe, especially from Ger­ many and Denmark, the in­ efficiency has become appar­ ent and people are angry at the cost of wasted resources. The Wind Industry is search­ ing for a bigger market in the U.S. to replace lost sales in To the Editor: Europe. The Wind Industry Do I dare write this? I has powerful lobbyists plac­ think that wind power is a ing intense pressure on our good thing. That said, I don't politicians. In the not so dis­ think we should allow this. tant future, if the industry Not for the reasons that many and developers are politically have claimed anyways. Our successful, hundreds of thou­ dependence on foreign oil has sands of massive turbines nothing to do with what kind will dominate our landscapes of machinery "makes" our while doing virtually nothing power. We burn fossil fuels to solve the problems of fossil for energy, they release green­ fuel dependency. Wind power house gases which trap the is the most highly subsidized sun's warmth and don't allow of all energy sources. In some it escape back into space, kind states, publicly funded tax of like a car on a hot summer schemes could possibly re­ day. Since we have no way to imburse wind developers as undo the damage that has much as two thirds of their European experience For wind, not project Ridge laws To the Editor: If you are truly concerned with the views of our moun­ tains then lets make some real ridge laws. Did any one ask the residents of Deep Ford Rd. if they wanted to look at a 300 foot ski lift com­ plete with towering poles and cables or a mini mall? So if you're worried about the view and the huge enormous power lines unlike the ones coming up 163 at 200 foot tall, let's make a ridge law. 1. No roof lines nearer than 100 feet to any mountain top. No mat­ ter of elevation, 2. No Obtru­ sive power lines to any home above the valley floor and no out side security lights. 3. All homes must have a green source of power of some kind. No petroleum generators. 4. Impose a 500.00 fee on each tree removed for a home site regardless of size of the tree. And all fees to benefit the Ashe county FFA program. 5. Restrict all new power hook­ up to BREMCO unless it's green power and they agree to purchase excess from home owner. If you really want to protect our ridges and pre­ serve our view stop the pol­ lution and decrease the haze in the air. Let's change the rules to save the mountains and not the board of realtors. And since they are so proud of the 300 million they made last year maybe they all can buy themselves a second home each and move to Flori­ da. I am truly ashamed of the number of new people added to this county that have opin­ ions that are bought by the real-estate board. The prob­ lem is windmills attract good earth loving, environmentally conscious people who believe in preserving our dying earth. These people may not be the same people who the real-es­ tate board would like to see here because they build mod­ est efficient homes as com­ pared to the enormous 2 and 3 story homes that riddle our mountain tops at present. I guess its ok to build on the ridge if your power bill is large and you pay large amounts of money to run lines to the tops of the ridges, and it's ok if your home makes a large profit for a realtor. So who is really out for a profit? The power from the windmills would be less costly but this is their way of securing a profit margin liken to the board of realtors. The power company is using the connection to the grid to make excuses to raise rates. The truth is that any one person who assisted in the western states to make grid tied con­ nections could come here and do the same. The wind mills are for a profit, but who gets up and goes to work at all if they don't make a profit. So few business ventures have the whole community at heart as this one does. Wind power is clean and efficient. God will not be sending BREMCO a bill for the air movement!!! I'm sure! In the surrounding counties I hear people say that Ashe County is behind the times, they need to catch up. They need to modernize. So let's make this the statement to the rest of the eastern sea­ board. 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Students and 65andold< . counts. Hardee's Restaurants and Wilkesboro-based fran­ chiser Dermox are supporting sponsors for the Walker Cen­ ter Season. We're talking about two brothers from west Texas. One, Jim Seals, partnered with Dash Crofts in Seals and Crofts, producing five gold albums between 1972 and 1976 containing hits that in­ clude the timeless "Summer Breeze" and "Diamond Girls." The other, Dan Seals, joined John. Ford Colev to form an> most cessfui duos, England Dan 6c John Ford Coley, best known for "I'd Really Love to See You Tonight," and then had eleven #1 hits as a solo country artist during the 1980s. In 1986 he won awards from the Country Music Association for the Sin­ gle of the Year with "Bop,"and for the Duet of the Year, with Marie Osmond, for "Meet Me in Montana." On a hot July night in 2002, Dan Seals invited his brother Jim to join him on stage at the famed Grand Ole Opry. Those on hand not only jumped to their feet after hearing songs that have be­ come a soundtrack of sorts to a whole generation, but they also witnessed the birth of a new duo. For the first time since their early childhood days in west Texas, Dan & Jim are performing live to­ gether. With both new music and the well-loved songs from their earlier careers, Seals & Seals connect with their audi­ ences, both new and old. Like the timeless songs each helped to create, Seals & Seals connect with an au­ dience that appreciates their musical gifts and unique songs that cut to the heart of the hu­ man experience. Whether per­ forming one of their Grammy nominated songs, creating movie soundtracks or compos­ ing works which others re­ cord, "Our love for the music has always sustained us and we're truly blessed to have such great fans and the free­ dom and support to express our art," Jim says. Reasonable accommoda­ tions will be made for persons with disabilities. Please make request at least two weeks in advance uf the event by cal! ing 336-838-6260. Boone, NC - Have you got art? If not - and even if you do - get your springtime dose at Appalachian State Univer­ sity's (ASU) Turchin Center for the Visual Arts' Friday, March 2, Spring Exhibi­ tion reception, sponsored by Cheap Joe's and held in con­ junction with the Downtown Boone Art Crawl. You'll get first peek at the opening ex­ hibits; The Graphic Impera­ tive: International Posters of Peace, Social Justice and The Environment 1965-2005; 4th Appalachian Mountain Pho­ tography Competition and Exhibition, and Gwendolyn Nicole Allen's Walking His­ tory. And you can celebrate three exhibits that opened February 2: The 86th Na­ tional Watercolor Exhibition, Anne Kesler Shields' Earthly Delights in the 21st Century, and Watercolor Works from the Turchin Center's Perma­ nent Collection. The Spring Exhibition reception is 7-9 p.m. and a shuttle will be available from the Broyhill Inn and Confer­ ence Center between 6:45 p.m. and 9:15 p.m. "Cheap Joe's support of the Spring Exhibition Celebra­ tion is the latest example in a long history of support for the arts in the High Country, and their participation with this event was spurred by their long-time association with and support of the National Watercolor Society," said Hank Foreman, director and chief curator of the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts. "Cheap Joe's and its founder Joe Miller have contributed greatly to ensure the impor­ tant tradition of water media painting continues to thrive, c>nd artists ernl" ce i ix.'11 . n creau v i ly an ... viduality when working with water media." The Graphic Impera­ tive: International Posters of Peace, Social Justice and The Environment 1965-2005 is organized by Elizabeth Resnick, Chaz Maviyane-Davies and Frank Basemen in partnership with the Mas­ sachusetts College of Art and Philadelphia University. This exhibition is a select retro­ spective of 40 years of inter­ national sociopolitical post­ ers. Themes include dissent, liberation, racism, sexism, human rights, civil rights, environmental and health concerns, AIDS, war, literacy and tolerance, collectively providing a window to an age of great change. Focusing on the issues of turbulent times, these 121 posters endeavor to show the social, political and aesthetic concerns of many cultures in a single exhibition through delineating themes and contrasting political re­ alities. French graphic designer Pierre Bernard proposes, "The poster is the prime field for experimenting with visu­ al language. It is the scene of changing ides and aesthetics, of cultural, social and politi­ cal events." Support for this proposition can be found in the works selected for this ex­ hibition, which is in the Main Gallery, East Wing, March 2June 2. Also on exhibit from March 2-June 2 is the 4th Appalachian Mountain Pho­ tography Competition and Exhibition. This competition provides amateur and profes­ sional photographers the op­ portunity to showcase their interpretations of the unique character, people, places, and pursuits that distinguish the Southern Appalachians. Cat­ egories include: Culture, En­ vironment, Adventure, Land­ scape, Blue Ridge Parkway, and Flora/Fauna. Prize pack­ ages and cash awards are made possible through the support of generous sponsors an . the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation. The exhibition in the Mez­ zanine Gallery, East Wing, is a partnership between the university's Office of Outdoor Programs, the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, and the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts. A portion of the proceeds from the 2007 Ap­ palachian Mountain Photog­ raphy Competition supports the Student Outdoor Learn­ ing Expedition (SOLE) Schol­ arship Fund. SOLE trips are educational journeys of discovery that take ASU stu­ dents around the world. ASU Graduate Gwendo­ lyn Nicole Allen will feature Walking History in the Cat­ walk Community Gallery, March 2-April 21. Allen, who graduated in December 2006 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art with concentra­ tions in painting and printmaking, exhibits her most recent work exploring mate­ rials and processes associat­ ed with mixed media work. The 86th National Watercolor Exhibition and "Watercolor Works from the Turchin Center's Permanent Collec­ tion" are open through March 17. Anne Kesler Shields' "Earthly Delights in the 21st Century" is open through May 19. Watch for more informa­ tion on these 2007 Spring/ Summer exhibits: • April 6-July 28, Gallery A, West Wing: Joseph Patrick • May 1-February 29, 2008, Grounds of Appala­ chian State University: 21st Rosen Outdoor Sculpture Competition and Exhibition • May 4-June 2, Catwalk Community Gallery: Shoot­ ing Stars, an event high­ lighting visual artists from the Watauga County Public Schools The Turchin Center is lo­ cated at 423 West King St., in Boone. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday, and noon-8 p.m., Friday. The Center is closed Sunday and Monday and observes all university holi­ days. There is no admission charge, although donations are gratefully accepted. For additional details about the Turchin Center or the upcoming exhibition program, please call 828/2623017 or visit www.tcva.org See Pages 10A anil 11A far more upcoming entertainment events SWITCH TO MEDIA ESCAPE THE WINTER BLUES! It® Walker Center to present Cherryholmes and Donna Hughes on March Third WILKESBORO, NC: As a (dad, mom, and four children prelude to MerleFest 2007 on ages 14-22) travel throughout April 26-29, the Walker Center the country, approximately at Wilkes Community College 300 days a year, singing, danc­ in Wilkesboro, NC will present ing, and playing the music 2005 International Bluegrass with their trademark drive Music Association Entertain­ and energy. Their CD "Cher­ ers of the Year Cherryholmes ryholmes" was nominated for on Saturday, March 3, 2007 a Grammy for Best Bluegrass at 8:00 PM. Rounder record­ Album. ing artist Donna Hughes will Just six years prior to win­ open the concert. Tickets for ning the bluegrass field's most each performance will be $16 coveted annual award at the in advance ($18 day of show) 2005 IBMA conference, the from the Walker Center Box Cherryholmes family didn't Office (336-838-6260) or www. even play bluegrass. A Jim & walkercenteronline.org. Jesse concert near their Los Making their MerleFest, Angeles home inspired them Presented by Lowe's, debut to make bluegrass music the this April, Cherryholmes of­ focus of the kids' home school­ fers one of the greatest hu­ ing. Within six months, they man interest stories ever in were playing paying gigs. Hit­ bluegrass music. Cherryhol­ ting their stride in 2003, they mes has been taking the blue- have traveled thousands of grass world by storm since miles in their vintage 1960 2002. This incredible family GM 4104 bus/home. 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MW4508-E-I1 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Closet Mumblings by The FlyLady Bus drivers honored Westwood Elementary Faculty, Staff, and Students expressed their apprecia­ tion to their bus drivers on Feb. 14th, 2007. Each bus driver received a "Love Your Bus Driver" certificate and a brand new embroidered Westwood Jacket. Marty Norris filmed the occasion so that the bus drivers could be rec­ ognized on the morning news on Westwood's school TV sta­ tion, WWES-TV. The wonder­ ful bus drivers at Westwood School are Fred Absher with 11 years of experience, Ann Bickford with 4 years of ex­ perience, A.M. Cheek with 9 years of experience, Jack Gentry with 14 years of ex­ perience, Burl Lyalls with 11 years of experience, Cindy Miller with 3 years of experi­ ence, and Danny Miller with 2 years of experience. Maria Powell is currently substitut­ ing for Annisa Day who has 4 years of experience. Westwood Elementary appreciates their bus drivers who get up early each morning, transport our precious cargo all over the county and get them to and from school safely. According to Mr. Gregory, the principal at Westwood, some of our drivers get up early on snow days, get in their personal cars, and drive portions of their route to make sure that the roads are safe for buses. "This kind of dedication is priceless," says Mr. Gregory. The Ashe County Board of Education is always looking for good, dependable drivers. If you are interested in be­ coming a bus driver, please contact the Board of Educa­ tion at 246-7175. Our journey through life starts with our first breath and it ends with our last one. Since our birth we have packed many bags for our trip. We are born naked but then we have to put clothes on our bodies. These clothes tell our history; from the baby shoes we took our first steps, to the dress we wore to the prom, our wed­ ding dress and then to the pregnant clothes we wore when we gave birth. I'll wa­ ger that your closet recounts many of the chapters of your life. Our closets are filled to over flowing. Each time we open our closet door we have a con­ versation with those clothes. • If the truth be known we actu­ ally wear only a few items in our closet. The rest are there to beat us up and pretend to rescue us. Our clothes have a way of making us feel bad. Just think about your wed­ ding dress that no longer fits your body. What are your first thoughts? How could I let this happen to me? I looked so good that day. Then I want you to think about how you starved yourself to death to fit into that dress in the first place. ASU professor receives grant BOONE—John C. Quindry, ed during his postdoctoral an assistant professor in Ap­ work at the University of palachian State University's Florida. That research showed Department of Health, Lei­ that just three consecutive sure and Exercise Science, days of moderate exercise pro­ will spend the next two years tects against the damaging ef­ studying the role short-term fects of a heart attack for up exercise plays in protecting to two weeks when compared the heart muscle during a se­ to non-exercised hearts. vere heart attack. He now hopes to learn Quindry has received an more precisely how exercise $180,000 Academic Research triggers a change in the heart Enhancement Award from the muscle that protects it should National Institutes of Health a heart attack occur. "Heart (NIH) to conduct the study. cells don't die as frequently "In the United States, in an exercised heart during where we have become very a heart attack as a sedentary sedentary and our diets have heart," Quindry explained. become inappropriate, heart "The heart muscle cells, disease is the No. 1 killer," just like cells throughout the Quindry said. "My ultimate body, have a limit to what goal is finding ways to protect they can do," he said. "Dur­ against heart attack." ing a heart attack, those cell Quindry is expanding re­ resources are put to the test. search he and others conduct- The component I want to test is specific to the mitochondria, the power-energy generating component of the cell." Graduate and under­ graduate students will assist Quindry with his research. The students will be able to develop biochemistry and ap­ plied physiology skills. "This research really integrates a lot of their undergraduate and graduate curriculum in one event," he said. Quindry said results of his research could translate rath­ er quickly to a clinical appli­ cation. "Exercise is certainly not the only way to turn on this component of the protect­ ed heart. If a physician has a patient who is likely to suffer a heart attack and is unable to exercise, the patient could be given a drug to turn on this component of the SUBARU SAVINGS preserve the heart muscle against EKG abnormalities or cell death should a heart attack occur," he said. "It is pretty phenomenal how much protection can be afforded with three days of exercise and how long the beneficial effects last relative to the mild physical demands of exercise," Quindry said. "The take-home message is that everyone should exercise most days, and a little bit goes a long way for health. But we realize not everyone cares about exercise, or can exer­ cise. Maybe we can take the knowledge from this study and apply it in some novel way that will benefit people beyond the realm of physical fitness." AND Why do we do this to our­ selves? Why can't we just be happy with ourselves just like we were? We were trying to fit into an unrealistic picture that only stays with us for that fleeting moment. Those nasty conversations go on each time you walk into your closet. If it isn't about a wedding dress it is about an­ other favorite outfit that you paid good money for that is too tight. It is time for us to quiet these beratings and get on with our flight without feeling guilty. There is an easy way to banish these voices from your head; get them out of your closet and only keep items of clothing that you absolutely adore and feel like a million buck in when you wear them. Decluttering your closet is not going to kill you; in fact it may just save your life. It is time we packed for our journey. Our closets are no lon­ ger going to stand in our way of traveling light and enjoying our trip. Most of us only wear about 10% of the clothes we have stashed in there anyway. Let's lighten our load and get rid of those nasty voices once and for all; Out of sight, out of mind! We can do this. First we need to look at the clothes we truly love because we feel good in them. This goes for your shoes too. Pull those out of your closet one at a time and think about the words you hear in your head when you have them on. Now put them back in your closet and pull out something that does not give you the same feeling. If the item of clothing makes you feel bad, evokes feelings of guilt in you or you just don't like it; then put it in the give-away box. If you have changed careers and no longer have to get dressed into suits then donate them so others can start their new jobs and look nice. Let me warn you. Going through your closet is difficult because of all the sto­ ries that you clothes dredge up. This is why I only want you to spend 15 minutes at a time doing this. Do not spend hours this will make you feel too badly. Bless yourself by being kind to you. Over the next week of spending 15 minutes a day culling the clothes that do not bless you any longer, you will begin to see a pattern to your favorite items. We all have a favorite color, fabric or style that makes us smile. Look at your clothes with an eye for your style. It is all about what you love and how you feel when you wear your clothes. Goss presents Alexander Quiz Bowl awards On Thursday, February 8, 2007, Senator Steve Goss had the honor of present­ ing awards at the Alexander County Library Quiz Bowl. The event was sponsored by the Alexander County Li­ brary and was moderated by Children's Librarian and Ashe County native, Melissa Hagger. Competing in the Quiz Bowl were two teams, the Teen Home Schoolers of Alexander County and stu­ dents from Alexander Central High School. Students fielded questions in a variety of sub­ jects ranging from history and current affairs to science and sports. "It was my privilege to be a part of this event," said Sena­ tor Goss. " I am impressed by the academic excellence of both of the teams, their teachers, and their coaches. Alexander County should be very proud of each of these students." Senator Steve Goss rep­ resents the people of the 45th Senate district, which includes Alexander, Ashe, Wilkes, and Watauga Coun­ ties. Constituents can reach Senator Goss at his office in Raleigh by calling 919-7335742 or by sending an e-mail to steveg@ncleg.net. SAFETY COMBINED IT'S WHAT MAKE5 A SUBARU, A SUBARU. 2DD7 Forester EDD7 Legacys & Outbacks ••••• 5-Star Highest Government Crash Test Ratings $750 Rebate 5UBARU BRAND OF VEHICLES "The only brand with the highest possible crash test rating for every model" Awarded more Insurance Institute for Highyway Safety "Top 5afety" pics than any other brand 2006 B6 Tribeca 2007 Impreza R5 5edans $36,845 _^ -5,200 OFF 7 passenger loaded with options Limited pgk with Leather SUBARU Think. Feel. 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Mileage per year may increase lease payment. �PAGE 10A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Bluegrass bands to perform at Ashe County Library tonight School Lunch Menu Feb. 19-23 Monday: Chicken Fajitaon Soft Taco with Shredded Cheese & Lettuce, Salsa, Graham Crackers, Applesauce, Milk Tuesday: Vegetable Beef Soup with Crackers, Grilled Cheese or Peanut Butter Sandwich Apple, Cookie, Milk Wednesday: Hot Ham & Cheese Pocket, Tossed Salad, Green Beans, Fruit Cobbler, Milk Thursday: Cheese Burger on Bun, Lettuce, Pickles, and Onions, Corn on the Cob, Pineapple Treat, Milk Friday: Chicken Fillet on Bun, Shredded Lettuce, Potato Wedges, Fruit, Milk Friday February 16 y The Ashe County De Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. 7 p.m.: Bluegrass bands Bluegrass 1101 and Backstreet in concert at the Ashe County Library. Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 8462041 for more information. Saturday February 17 and others! For more informa­ tion, call 846-ARTS or visit the Arts Center home page: www. ashecountyarts.org Sunday February 18 1 p.m.: Chinese New Year Celebration. The High Country FCC (Families with Chinese & Asian Children) will be celebrating Chinese New Year at Greenway Baptist church. If you have a Chinese or Asian child please come and join in the fun! For more info contact Patricia at (828) 898-4120. 1 p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike. Meet at Picnic Shelter. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecologi­ cal interconnections and ener­ gy exchanger that makes life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a variety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 2 p.m.: High Country Post Polio Support Group February Meeting at Watauga Medical Center. In case of bad weather, the meeting will be cancelled and we can let you know the date for the March Meeting. For more information, call: Kathryn Pennell at 3368771154 or Shelby Duane at 828-495-9371 5 p.m.: Latinos Unidos invites everyone interested to a Hispanic/Latino Community Pot Luck and Conversation at Family Central. The goal of the meal and conversation is to bring together members of the Hispanic/Latino community, along with others interested in working with Latinos Unidos, to discuss the purpose and future directions of Latinos Unidos. Please bring a dish to share for the pot luck. For more informa­ tion, call the Latino Center at 982-3954. Latino Unidos invita a todos los interesados a un convivio y conversacion sobre la comunldad Hispana/Latina el domingo 18 de febrero 2007 a las 5:00pm en Family Central. La meta de este convivio y conversacion es reunir a los miembros de la comunidad Hispana/Latina, con otros interesados en trabajar con Latinos Unidos para discutir el propbsito y futuras direcciones de Latinos Unidos. Por favor traiga comida para compartir con todos. Para m£s informacibn, llame al Centro Latino al 982-3954. Ultrascreen will be conduct­ ing screenings for cancers. The screenings will be con­ ducted at Mt. Paddy Church in Jefferson. Appointments are necessary and can be obtained by calling toll-free 877-763-3344, or by calling Joyce Borchert at 336-8772069 for more details. 10 a.m.: Safety Seat Checks Training Class at Family Central Conference Room. This will be a three hour train­ ing. Call 846-0781 for more information. 10 a.m.: In observance of National Child Passenger Safety Week, February 11-17, Safe Kids Watauga County and Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury will offer car seat inspections between 10 am and 2 p.m. at Boone Ford Lincoln Mercury. 10:30 a.m.: Inaugural High County Disc Golf Charity ICE BOWL Tournament, at the "New" High Country Disc Golf Course @ Ashe Co. Park, Jefferson, NC. All proceeds to benefit Ashe Co. Partnership for Children. $15 entry fee also get's you a disc and a 4 p.m.: Due to the urgent chance at winning a lot of need of one our Parrish great prizes! Registration from families, The Men's and 9 a.m. -10 a.m.. First round Women's Clubs of St.Francis tee time @ 10:30 a.m.>quick Catholic Church, Main Street, lunch break>second round to Jefferson.' will be sponsor­ follow>then Awards. Whatever ing A Fund Raising Spagetti the weather may bring, either Dinner. Serving will be from the Cold Rain or snow, let the 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Take good times throw, it's an ICE out will be available. The meal BOWL! If you'd like to par­ will consist of spaghetti, salad, ticipate, donate, sponsor, get bread, desert and a bever­ more info., or help in any way, age. The cost of the meal is please contact Todd Patoprsty $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for @ (336) 649-0888, or boxochildren under 12. If anyone frain@skybest.com 1 p.m.: Amphibolite Strange would like to contribute items for the meal it would be greatly but True. Meet at Picnic appreciated. If you contribute Shelter. There is something items for the dinner your meal strange down been beneath will be complimentary. Due to the ground on Mt. Jefferson. It the urgent need of the fam­ has been here for nearly 300, ily involved your help will be million years, and because of deeply appreciated .For further it, Mt. Jefferson has become a information about donations or botanical wonder and a home advanced tickets please con­ for nearly 700 different kinds of plants. Come up to get a closer tact the Church Secretary at 246-9151. look at this strange dark rock 6 p.m.: The Ashe County known as Amphibolite. We will Democratic Party will hold be hiking along the ridge, Bring their precinct meeting at the a coat, hat, gloves and hiking headquarters. The encourage boots or shoes. all interested persons to come 7 p.m.: New River Volunteer out and help organize the pre­ Fire Dept. will host Rook cincts. Tournaments. Cost to play is $5 per person. 7 p.m.: Por el Dia del amor placita para parejas ITendras 9 a.m.: The Annual Ashe una experiencia inolvidable y County State of Health and el deseo de tener un Hogar Community Forum will be Feliz! Ademas podras disfrutar held at Ashe Services For de una cena deliosa. Lugar: Aging. Call Nancy Kautz at Casa Garcia Restaurante 846-0781. Mexicano. Fecha: Sabado 17 de Febrero 2007. Hora: 7:00 p.m. Donacion: $10 dolares por persona. Nota. Para reser7 p.m.: The New River Area vacion llamar al. Telefono 336Board of Mental Health, 846-4633 7:30 p.m.: The first Coffee Developmental Disabilities & House Talent Night of the Substance Abuse will hold its year will be at the Jefferson regular meeting at Mountain United Methodist Church Aire Seafood & Steak House Fellowship Hall. Chase the in Glendale Springs. winter doldrums away with music by Wayne Henderson Tuesday February 20 Wednesday February 21 Friday February 23 The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 7:30 p.m.: Mark Nlzer at the Ashe Civic Center. Juggling, comedy, variety - a show for the entire family. $8 adults, $5 students Saturday February 24 7 a.m.: The Annual Heart Breakfast will be held at Winners Circle Restaurant. For more information call JudiLeek at 846-1109 6 p.m.: Laurel Bloopers Wonderful comedy spoof of the old favorite - Hee Haw, with local performers. Heritage Hall Mountain City, TN 37683 (423) 727-7444 Sunday February 25 2 p.m.: Ashd County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions Monday February 26 5 p.m.: The New River Behavioral Healthcare Human Rights Committee will meet in the Area Conference Room, Suite 404 Oak Summit, 895 Stat Farm Road, Boone. The public is invited to attend. Tuesday February 27 7 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic party will hold their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. Wednesday February 27 11 a.m.: Friends of the Library begins its speaker series with local author John Stewart discussing his new book Confederate Spies at Large, downstairs at the library. Wednesday February 27 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. The topic of the meet­ ing will be "Creating Caring Congregations" and will fea­ ture speakers that address the issue of how the faith com­ munity can become a resource for individuals diagnosed with mental illness and their fami­ lies and friends. It will also include a video presentation that outlines the specific steps that a congregation can take to become a ministry of support. Handouts will be available and a discussion on the next steps will follow the video. The public is invited to attend. Ongoing Events Raffle to Benefit Alleghany Animal Shelter - Win our "Spring has Sprung" Gift Collection! Collection includes unique tea pot donated by Cater Pots (valued at $130), lots of other unique gifts donated by local merchants, and a certificate for a FREE spay/neuter! Tickets are $1 ea. or 6 for $5. Buy your tickets at Twin Oaks Vet Hospital or The Fashion Zone in Sparta, NC! Drawing to be Held March 20! Watch the drawing LIVE on Channel 50! For more info, call Robyn at 336-363-9187. Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions American Red Cross: O Positive, B Positive, O Negative, A Negative, and B Negative remain at EMERGENCY status. The overall inventory remains at CRITICAL status. Over 1000 units were lost from today and yesterday's schedule due to bad weather. • There is an urgent need for 5 blood types—O pos, O neg, B pos, B neg and A neg • The blood supply has been low since the holidays but has been further reduced by the wintry weather felt across the state. • The weather experienced this past week caused the cancellation of many drives throughout the state. As a result, the Red Cross could not collect more than 825 units of much needed blood. • In the greater NC area, the Red Cross distributes about 1600 blood products to area hospitals for patient use. We serve 103 hospitals. • Call 1-800-234-1646 x 209 for more information about upcoming blood drives in Ashe County. • All donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in general good health. THE CHILDBIRTH/ NEWBORN CARE CLASSES AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WILL NOW BE HELD ON THURSDAY EVENINGS (NOT TUESDAYS) AT 7 p.m. - BEGINNING ON THURSDAY FEBRUARY 8TH. The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. "The Jesus Experiment" at FaithBridge Ever wonder, "So what's the big deal about Jesus?" Many people are interested in Jesus, respect him, even worship him, but question why his life, death, and resurrection are so important. FaithBridge United Methodist Church's next sermon series will address this question and will encourage us to not only THINK about Christian discipleship but TRY IT OUT, through what we will call 'The Jesus Experiment". Beginning February 11th and concluding Easter Sunday, Credit Problems? Need a Car? CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER 0RTIMBERLAND Friday February 23 I MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 April 8th, our pastor's sermons will walk through the Gospel of Mark week by week, focusing on Jesus and his challenge: "Follow Me." In each sermon in this series, we will receive the "Experiment of the Week" which will allow us to put into practice our discipleship (following Jesus). The community is invited to join us in participating in "The Jesus Experiment". If you've always wanted to understand more about who Jesus is and why He is so important, this is a sermon series you will not want to miss! Come grow with us, by walking alongside Jesus and getting to know Him. FaithBridge United Methodist Church worships on Sundays at 11 a.m. at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium (the former Blowing Rock Stage Company location) on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock. Our worship style is informal and nontraditional. Dress is casual and free quality child care is provided. To find out more about us, visit our website at www.faithbridgeumc.org or call (828) 295-8333. Edward Elliott, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia, tendino-muscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-846-7492 mailbox #7, or 828-406-1985 for an appointment and directions. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold February services at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. The Ashe County Garden Club meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. If you have an interest in gardening and you would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for further information. Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Yodd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Sign up is under way for the 21st Annual Ashe County Checkers Classic. The tournament is played at the Deluxe Barber Shop in West Jefferson during February and is sponsored by Miller Insurance and Deluxe Barber Shop. All serious checkers players come by or call 8465471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteerFire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March, prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for all you do! Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to continued on page 11A Bachelor of Science in Nursing: RN to BSN Program at Watauga Medical Center Appalachian State University is exploring interest in the RN to BSN degree-completion program. All classes for this program would be offered at Watauga Medical Center (WMC) during the evening hours. The RN to BSN degree program is designed for individuals who have earned the associate degree in nursing (ADN) and hold a current and active registered nurse (RN) license. Interested persons are encouraged to attend an information session: Monday, February 26,2007 Watauga Medical Center Auditorium 4:00 p.m. At this meeting Appalachian representatives will discuss how individuals who hold the ADN and RN distinctions may prepare to enter Appalachian's RN to BSN program at WMC and then complete their bachelor's degree within one to one and a half years. For more information please call the: Office of Extension and Distance Education Appalachian State University 800/355-4084 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 11A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Cancer survivors' group meets every third Tuesday J J O oaae continued from page 10A participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Parks and Recreation is considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 8462041, or visit www.arlibrary. org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items, smallfurniture. and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Freemason's Lodge Meeting is held at the Lodge Building on Third Avenue in West Jefferson, across from Parker Tie. The meeting is held the second and fourth Tuesday of each A month at 7 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Shrine Club Meeting is held at Savory Chef in Jefferson on the third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Come earlier for supper. Ashe Pregnancy Care Center: 111 North Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 (through the red light in Jefferson), offers free and confidential pregnancy tests. We have information on abstinence, parenting, adoption and abortion. Each client is treated with kindness, compassion and in a caring and confidential manner. Our hours are Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Appointments for other hours are available. Call us at 846-4100. The Care Center is a 501(c)(3) life affirming ministry. We receive no government funding. Donations are welcome. Session I of the Childbirth/ Newborn Care Classes has begun at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Class is being held on Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. To find out more or to sign up call 846-0734. Ashe County Partnership for Children Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Please call 982-4588 for more information or date changes. Do you know a senior citizen or low-income individual in need of tax help? Ashe Services for Aging and AARP are again sponsoring tax filing assistance. Call 246-4347 to learn more. Soup For You sponsored by Ashe Outreach Ministries serves soup at the West Jefferson School Cafeteria. Come enjoy Soup with Friends every Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything is free and all are welcome and invited. Soup For You is a not for profit group of volunteers from throughout the community. If you or your church, civic club or even ball teams, scouting programs would be interested in serving one or more Saturdays please call Rob at 977-1377. Soup For You is one of the feeding programs provided by Ashe Outreach Ministries. Weight Watchers announces a new meeting on Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m. along with meetings each Monday at 5:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center on the Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Weigh-in begins 30 minutes prior to the meeting time. For more information, call Christina at 336-982-4416. Riverview Learning Center is offering computer classes and more. To register or for details, call 385-1338. Riverview Community Thrift Store will be open Thursdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday night Pickin' and Jammin' will begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 10 p.m. Riverview Community Center is located in Creston. West Jefferson Community Partnership meets the fourth Friday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at West Jefferson Town Hall. Meetings are open to the public. Anyone interested in the revitalization of our community is invited. Greater Fleetwood Preservation Organization announces its regularly scheduled meetings, occurring on the first Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at the Center® Fleetwood Library, entrance on Railroad Grade Road just off Hwy 221. Area residents are invited to come be a part of the future of Fleetwood. Riverview Lions Club is looking for people that care about their community and the people of Ashe to help them in their club. Anyone interested please join them on the first and third Thursdays of each month. Call 336-386-6650 with questions. Ashe County Democratic Party meets every fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 846-9068. Prenatal Education Curriculum, Fridays at 6 p.m. for Latino families at Ashe Family Central. The program is offered in four sessions, through December. Transportation and childcare is available. For more information call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449. Survivors of Domestic Violence meet in a confidential setting on the 2nd Monday and 4th Tuesday night of each month from 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Group counseling is offered for women and their children at one of these groups each month. Childcare is provided. There is no charge to attend. Please call A.S.H.E. at 9828851 for more details. Ashe County Republican Party meets on the third Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Ashe County Library downstairs conference room. Anyone interested is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call (336) 982-9585. GED (General Educational Development) or High School Diploma program announces the Ashe Center of Wilkes Community College sponsors free-of-charge classes at three different locations with scheduled hours that accommodate everyone's schedule. For more information call 336-846-3900. AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) Ashe County Unity Group meets at the Jefferson United Methodist Church at 115 E. Main St. The entrance is in the rear. The group meets at 7:30 p.m. on Monday and Thursday. For more information or to speak to an AA member, call 982-2641. For meeting information in surrounding counties, call (828) 262-1212. Veterans of Foreign Wars would like to invite any eligible veteran to come join their post. They meet every third Monday at 6:30 p.m. They are located on Ashe Park Road in the red, white, and blue building just below the park. For more information please call Mark Mallette at 982-9511 or Jim Bailey at 982-5814. Play Groups at Family Central are as follows: Adventurers of the Mind, Thursday mornings from 10 a.m. - noon. Three and four year olds participate with a parent or other care giver in age appropriate activities to Heg There Big Beg.. build relationships and foster a love of learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. Young Explorers meets on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. - noon. This is for two and three year olds joining together with a parent or other care giver for fun and learning. Group is facilitated by Susan Lewis. MOMS Play Group meets Fridays 10 - noon and is for children under seven and their moms or dads. This is an open play group. Moms have time to chat while they play with their youngsters. Me and My Dad meets every third Saturday from 10 - noon. Children under seven with their dads meet for an open play group. Dads can spend quality time with their kids while giving mom time for herself. All these play groups are free and open to the public. For more information, call Maribeth at 982-4311, ext. 229. Cancer Survivor's Group is open to any woman who has or has had cancer. Meetings are usually held on the third Tuesday evening of each month. There is lots of companionship and humor. Come make new friends, share information and renew your spirit. For further information contact Jean Colvard at 336-982-2445. If a daytime meeting is better for you, contact Mary Caryl Elmore at 336-246-7567. Free Internet and e-mail classes are offered every Tuesday and Thursday between 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Public Access Internet Site in the JobLink Career Center at Family Central (the old Ashe Central High School) in Jefferson. Ashe County Alzheimer's Support Group meets the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at Ashe Services for Aging. Call 246-2461 for info or 877-9332 for details. Better Breaths Club meets the last Tuesday of each month from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the AMH Mt. Hearts Facility. This club is for people with respiratory problems who want to learn more about living with their disease. Contact Lincare at 246-4944. Friends of the Library holds poetry contest Are you a poet and don't know it? If you are an Ashe county six grade student, you might just be able to find out. You could also win some money and be recog­ nized at an awards ceremony. Home schooled students are eli­ gible to enter. The Friends of the Library announces its 2007 Poetry Contest. This year's topics are: Wonderful, Manners and Maybe Someday. "The idea behind the contest is to promote self expression through creative writing and encourage appreciation of poet­ ry," said Alyce Nadeau. Nadeau, who founded the contest in 2003, is a well known North Carolina poet. Participants may enter only one poem in the contest. En­ tries must be typed on standard 8 by 11 inch paper. To be a valid entry, all poems must include the student's full name, address and phone num­ ber, parent's name and phone number, school and teacher's name. The information must be listed in the upper right corner of the page. . Any poetry format is encour­ aged. Entries must be received by April 15,2007. Entries may be mailed to Ms. Alyce P. Nadeau, 286A How­ ell Rd., Lansing, NC 28643 or given to library director, Jim McQueen. Previous winners in­ clude first to third place respec­ tively: 2003 Chad Campbell Anatoly Ray Stacee Dawn Bare 2004 Whitney Ward Kathlyn Wilson Kyle Winebarger 2005 Allison Day Ella Hartzog Ashley Honeycutt The contest was not held in 2006. 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The Lady Huskies were able to recover from a slow start to pull away the 51-21 victory, which sets a new Husky record for 20 wins in a single season. The action started out slow with both teams remaining scoreless for the first two minutes of the game. The Huskies claimed the first points of the game when Kim McNeil was fouled on a shot and converted both free throws. The Huskies were able to score two more points on their following possession when Shelly Barker drove the ball to the basket and laid the ball in for two points. Neither team could gain momentum and both teams struggled to score. Following baskets by Shelly Barker and Kelly Hudler, the Huskies were able to claim a narrow 10-7 lead at the conclusion of the first quarter. The second quarter opened in a repeat of the first quarter. Kassee Roberts scored two points for the Huskies in the first minute of the quarter, but both teams were scoreless for the following two minutes. Kelly Hudler was then able to claim two points for the Huskies, and the Huskies lead increased to 14-7. Three more minutes elapsed off the clock before Larken Mikeal was able to knock down an open three pointer to give the Huskies their final points of the first half. Surry Central was able to convert one of two free throws with seconds remaining in the half to cut the Huskies lead to eight points, 17-9. The second half opened up with the Huskies showing determination and aggressiveness that was not expressed in. the first half. The Huskies were able to score a quick six points in the first two minutes of the half. The Huskies also held the Golden Eagles to only five points for the first five minutes of the quarter while they increased their score by ten points and took a 27-14 lead. Kendra Yearick stepped up for the Huskies and scored seven points in the closing two minutes of the quarter to help the Huskies increase their lead to 34-18. The Huskies sealed the victory with defense in the fourth quarter. Over the eight-minute span of the last quarter of the game, the Huskies held the Golden Eagles to only three points. During the drought, the Huskies experienced baskets by Shelly Barker, Kim McNeil, Kendra Yearick, Kelly Hudler, and Larken Mikeal. The Huskies' baskets increased their score to a team total of 51. Their defensive pressure Photo by Michael Graybeal and intensity permitted the The Lady Huskies were all smiles following their victory over Surry Central. The win was the 20th win of the season, which Golden Eagles team total to be sets a new record for the most wins in a single season. The game was also Coach Foster's 100th career win as a head a diminutive 21. The Huskies coach. Congratulations Coach Foster and the remainder of the Lady Huskies basketball team! claimed the victory over the Golden Eagles to advance to Larken Mikeal each added 100th career win, which is Tournament players, and Huskies on their new record, the conference semi-finals eight points. Kassee Roberts an amazing accomplishment. Kelly Hudler was nominated and also congratulations to with a 51-21 victory over the rounded out the Huskies' Coach Foster came to Ashe the All-Tournament MVP her Coach Foster on reaching this Surry Central Golden Eagles. scoring with two points. County prior to the beginning freshman year with Coach impressive milestone of 100 The Huskies were led by The victory gave the of the 2000 season and quickly Foster as her coach. The Lady victories. two players in double digits. Huskies their 20th victory of made her impression into Huskies also set a new Lady The Lady Huskies battled Shelly Barker led the way the year, which sets a newAshe the competitiveness of Ashe Huskies Basketball record for their 21st victory of the with 12 points and really County High School record for County basketball. Under earlier in the season when the season last night when they energized the team with two most wins in a single masibn. tvlie direction of Coach Foster, team mounted an impressive traveled to Wilkes Central quick baskets at the start The 2004-2005 team/ who Ashe County has been able 7-0 run to break the old record High School to compete in the of the third quarter. Kim won an astonishing 19 games to produce one Conference for longest winning streak. Semi-Finals of the Mountain McNeil also contributed on during their season, set the Tournament Championship, The old record was also set Valley Athletic Conference the offensive end with 11 old record under the coaching ten All-Conference players, by the 2004-2005 team, who Tournament. Look for results points. Kendra Yearick added of Coach Foster also. The win six All-Conference Honorable won six straight games. in Tuesday's paper from their a respectable nine points, also marked Coach Foster's Mention players, four All- Congratulations to the Lady game against Starmount. while Kelly Hudler and Varsity Men advance to Semi-Finals by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The varsity men were awarded a home game in the first round of the conference playoffs and were paired with the Forbush Falcons on Monday. The Huskies were able to stay alive in the tournament when they defeated the Falcons, 85-65. The action opened up with both teams scoring four points in the first minute, but the Huskies stepped up their defensive intensity and forced the Falcons into a sevenminute scoreless streak. The Huskies took a four-point lead when Tommy Spagnolo was able to tip an offensive rebound in for two points and then blocked a Falcons shot which created a fast-break lay-up for Kaleb Davis. The Huskies continued to score another seven points until the closing seconds of the quarter. Following a defensive stop, Daniel Wain was able to race down the court and hit a layup for the Huskies prior to the expiration of the first qu arter, and the Huskies possessed a 17-4 lead. The second quarter opened up with the Falcons scoring on their first possession. Tommy Spagnolo answered rrioio uy ivncnaei urayDeai. Ethan Goodman draws the foul and convertes the threepoint play during the Huskies' 85-65 victory. for the Huskies on their next possession and the Huskies were in the lead 19-6. The teams traded baskets for their next three possessions and a basket by Ethan Goodman took the score to 26-14 with four minutes remaining in the quarter. The Huskies scoring continued when Coleman Payne and Tommy Spagnolo added a basket each. The Falcons responded by scoring six unanswered points to cut Photo by Michael Graybeal Ethan Graybeal gets ready to go up for a three pointer dur­ ing the Huskies' victory over the Forbush Falcons. the Huskies lead to ten points, 30-20. The Huskies were able to score four more points on their next two possessions, while the Falcons only scored two points. As halftime was drawing near, the Huskies had possession of the ball and Ethan Goodman was able to drive to the basket and get a shot off prior to the horn. Ethan was fouled on the shot and awarded two free throws and converted them both. The two free throws allowed the Huskies to head into halftime with a 36-22 lead. The second half started out with the Huskies claiming the first points of the half when Tommy Spagnolo scored two points. The Falcons were then able to score four unanswered points, but Coleman Payne broke the streak with a three-point play to take the score to 41-26. Kaleb Davis scored next for the Huskies when he added two points, and at the four-minute mark of the quarter, the Huskies were still in the lead, 43-30. The teams traded baskets until the final minute of the quarter when Parker Johnson scored two points to increase the Huskies lead to 16 points. Daniel Wain had a defensive steal on the Falcons following possession, and on the fast break lay-up received a hard foul. The referee's penalized the Falcons by calling an intentional foul and when Daniel converted one of two free throws, the Huskies possessed a dominant 57-40 lead at the conclusion of the third quarter. The final eight minutes of the game opened up with the Huskies and Falcons scoring evenly in the first three minutes of the quarter. With baskets by Kaleb Davis, Tommy Spagnolo, and Parker Johnson, the Huskies scored a total of nine points to match the Falcons nine points. The Huskies were able to conclude the game by outscoring the Falcons by three points in the closing minutes of the game, when the Huskies cruised to an impressive 85-65 victory. The Huskies were led in scoring by Ethan Goodman and Tommy Spagnolo. Ethan and Tommy combined for 55 points with Ethan scoring 23 points and Tommy adding a respectable 22. Kaleb Davis and Parker Johnson scored 11 points each, and Coleman Payne added 10 points. Daniel Wain scored five points, Justin Ford added two points, and Kelsey Combs rounded out the Huskies scoring with one point. Ethan Goodman has surpassed the 1,000-point mark for hiscareer this season over the course of a three-year career at the varsity level. Ethan scored 329 points his sophomore year in 23 games, 355 points his junior year is 25 games, and 376 this year for a total of 1,060 points. The Huskies advanced to the Mountain Valley Conference Tournament Semi-finals with the victory over the Falcons and traveled to Wilkes Central on Wednesday night to face the first ranked Greyhounds from North Surry. Look for results in Tuesday's paper. rnoio Dy ivncnaei urayoeai Tatum Lemly takes the ball up for two points during Monday night's game. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaleb Davis looks for his open teammate to record an assist. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS AYBL 5th and 6th Grade Boys Bracket AYBL 5th and 6th Grade Girls Bracket #1 Comets #1 Wizards Noon @ Blue Ridge #4 Blazers #4 Sparks 10 a.m. @ Westwood 10 a.m. @ Blue Ridge 1 p.m. @ Westwood #5 Jazz Championshp Sunday Feb. 18 2 p.m. @ Westwood #5 Suns Championship Sunday Feb. 18 3 p.m. @ Westwood #3 Lakers 11 a.m. @ Blue Ridge #6 Bulls #2 Mystics Champion 11 a.m. @ Westwood #7 Miracle Champion 2 p.m. @ Westwood #3 Panthers 1 p.m. @ Blue Ridge Noon @ Westwood #2 76ers #6 Jets First Round and Semi-finals games held at Blue Ridge on Saturday First Round and Semi-finals games held at Westwood on Saturday ACMS basketball season results Silver Girls Season Results Blue Girls Season Results Date Team Site Score Date Team Site Outcome November 30, 2006 December 4, 2006 December 5, 2006 December 7, 2006 Piney Creek West Wilkes Johnson County Piney Creek West Wilkes ACMS 33-27 November 30, 2007 51-36 35-27 BRES ACMS BRES ACMS Parkway BRES ACMS West Wilkes JCMS Central Wilkes 43-31 50-43 17-38 Piney Creek West Wilkes December 4, 2007 December 11, 2007 December 12, 2007 December 18, 2007 January 4, 2007 West Wilkes Central Wilkes West Wilkes Johnson County Central Wilkes Greeen Valley Hardin Park Green Valley BRES BRES 48-31 36-52 December 11, 2006 December 18, 2006 January 4, 2007 Blowing Rock Sparta Parkway January 8, 2007 January 9, 2007 January 11, 2007 January 16, 2007 Central Wilkes Johnson County North Wilkes 36-15 56-39 48-10 36-14 31-19 Central Wilkes 39-38 33-20 JCMS 31-30 North Wilkes Silver Boys Season Results Date Team Site Score November 30, 2006 December 4, 2006 December 5, 2006 December 11, 2006 December 18, 2006 Piney Creek West Wilkes Johnson County Piney Creek West Wilkes January 4, 2007 January 8, 2007 Blowing Rock Piney Creek West Wilkes ACMS BRES ACMS BRES ACMS 63-9 32-31 22-57 53-13 41-35 39-17 32-23 Parkway 38-41 Central Wilkes Johnson County Central Wilkes JCMS 42-55 41-20 North Wilkes North Wilkes 35-38 January 9, 2007 January 11, 2007 January 16, 2007 January 18, 2007 Sparta Parkway Blue Boys Season Results Site Score November 30, 2006 West Wilkes BRES 36-18 December 4, 2006 ACMS 27-21 December 11, 2006 West Wilkes Piney Creek 44-25 December 12, 2006 Johnson County West Wilkes 29-22 December 18, 2006 Central Wilkes Central Wilkes 20-34 January 4, 2007 Greeen Valley Green Valley January 8, 2007 Hardin Park January 11, 2007 Date Team Central Wilkes January 8, 2007 January 11, 2007 January 18, 2007 Piney Creek Johnson County Glade Creek January 20, 2007 January 22, 2007 Sparta ACMS ACMS 45-55 49-42 47-21 35-48 51-31 41-27 Sparta Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball Scores from February 12, 2007 Gates/Current Chiropractic Wood's Plumbing 45 38 15 7 Midtown Motors/Jefferson Appliance 79 56 The Huskies Midtown Motors/Jefferson Appliance TreyTrivette 31 Andy Johnson 18 AEV/ Mo's Boots Brian Norris Jody Richardson Ashe Chiropractic Jerry Hampton John Spagnolo 66 AEV/MO's Boots Ashe Chiropractic The Huskies Darron Dotson Luke Dotson 67 54 New River Motors Steven Phillips 26 Tim Miller 19 Odie Gilbert Construction Robert White 12 Terry Jordan 12 Gates/Current Chiropractic Billy Hash 14 Monte Ballou 11 Wood's Plumbing Scott Patrick Brandon Wood New River Motors Odie Gilbert Construction 21 12 43 26 13 12 11 Industrial League Ashe County Parks and Recreation Standings Men's Industrial League Basketball New River Motors Midtown Motors/Jef. Appliance AEV/MOs Boots Monday, February 19 6 p.m. Jefferson Post vs The Huskies Independence Lumber 7 p.m. Big Dave's Auto vs New River Motors Jefferson Post 8 p.m. Gates/ Current Chiropractic vs AEV/ Mo's Boots 38-4 The Huskies 9 p.m. Independence Lumber vs Ashe Chiropractic BRES 23-15 Piney Creek ACMS 28-10 January 18, 2007 Johnson County ACMS 28-25 January 20, 2007 Glade Creek ACMS 29-19 January 22, 2007 Sparta Sparta 25-11 Ashe Chiropractic Big Dave's Auto Ashe County Builders Gates/Current Chiropractic Odie Gilbert Construction Woods Plumbing Timber Creek Landscaping The Ashe County Middle School Bulldogs finished out their season earlier this month. All four-basketball teams were named as CoChampions due to weather restricting the hosting of the championship game. All four teams had an impressive sea­ son and congratulations on being honored Co-Champi­ ons. REWARD $1,500.00 • WANTED • TOUGHEST & SADDEST Divisions for Men ages 18-40 NO ENTRY FEE JUST GUTS! 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You must be able to pass class and handle coaches, players, and spectators in a professional manner in order to be scheduled for games. • The class fee is $20.00 and must be paid before or on Ihc day. of the class and should be paid during the registration period. • Games fees for the 2007 Little League season are to be determined. • Participants need to bring glove and equipment if possible. Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. 310 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 brgcuvi@carthlink.nct Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment Class Instructors: Junior Williams and Willy Teaster Location: Family Central, Jefferson, North Carolina For More Information or To Pre-Register Call: Ashe County Parks and Recreation at (336) 982-6185 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 PAGE 3B Remodeling Your Kitchen on a Budget Tired of the look and feel of your kitchen? Want to try something different? If so, you're not alone. Kitchen remodels are one of this country's most popular home go with neutral colors, Bright and bold colors or the use of faux painting techniques will help make the room feel hip and trendy. Not only can you re-paint your walls, you can re-paint unsightly cabinets as well. One tip, high gloss works best for the kitchen. * Update the Lighting If you have an older kitchen, you probably have a single fluorescent Upgrade the Countertops If you don't have countertops worth highlighting, why not upgrade them. Highly polished granite and stainless steel were the hot trends in the 1990s, but because of their expense and need for greater upkeep and care, there's now a renewed interest in synthetic countertop materials that combine both style and function. One that's getting a lot of attention these days is Wilsonart I ID, a high definition laminate that resembles the look and feel of materials such as granite and quartz, but is less expensive than natural stone. And since it's available in hundreds of colors and patterns, you're guaranteed to find exactly the look that you want to compliment your cabinets, whether it's the elegant tube in the middle of the * room that doesn't provide much light. Replace it with recessed lighting in strategic locations throughout the room to offer better and more even lighting. Pendants arc also a great addition. They offer not only a design element, but task lighting as well. Under cabinet lights that highlight your counters are also a nice touch. i m p r o v e m e n t projects, but aren't cheap. According they to R e m o d e l i n g magazine's 2006 Cost vs. Value Report, the average kitchen remodel, which includes new cabinets, appliances, lighting, fixtures, countertops and flooring, now costs $57,241, but don't let that figure scare you off. There are plenty of simple things you can do to liven up your space without spending a fortune. * New Paint It cannot be said enough, you gel the most bang for your buck in any kind of remodel with new paint. If you want to make your kitchen warm and inviting, look of stone, metal or wood. Laminate also offers more edge choices than other materials. Besides a range of rolled and beveled edges, you can edge your laminate countertop with wood, or use solid surface inserts to create an eye­ catching decorative edge. And only laminate can be formed into a seamless cove backsplash to keep spills from seeping behind the cabinets. Logon towww.countertop. com or call (800) 433-3222 to learn more about the material, or to request samples. * Change the Faucet and Sink Faucets arc easy to change, and by doing away with your plain, boring stainless steel set you can make a huge design statement. These days, faucets arc available in a variety of styles and finishes. Among your choices, single handle, dual handle, wall mounted and pullout spray. The most popular colors include shiny chrome, brushed nickel, black iron, vintagelook aged bronze, copper, brushed brass, and more. As far as sinks go, they can make a design statement of their own bycomplimenting your countertops and faucets Among t he materials gaining in popularity in modern kitchens, cast iron, stone, metal, wood and ceramic. * Change Out the Cabinet Hardware And if you still have those 1970s era knobs on the cabinets, get rid of them too! Not sure what you'd like to replace them with? Visit the kitchen section of your local home improvement store and you'll find a display with dozens of different options to choose from. No matter what you decide to do, remember that change is a good thing - and it doesn't have to be expensive. Happy renovating! Courtesy of ARA Content Helpful Tool that Will Make Your Kitchen Remodel a Breeze Thinking about architectural details I didn't remodeling your kitchen care about. I just wanted to but not sure where to start? whip my plan together and You may be tempted to just go out to Home Depot and turn the project over to the do it myself," says Gariepy. So he designed a experts, but a lot of people will tell you that's the last computer program of his thing you should do. own. It's called PlanSD and "When I was ready to redo (www.plan3d.com) my kitchen, the designer is now available through over the I was working with shot subscription down every one of my Internet. After you sign up you can ideas and tried to convince download me that her ideas were the immediately way to go. I was very turned and use the software. The off by that," says Mike first thing you do is decide Gariepy, a do-it-yourselfer what kind of room you from Tucson, Ariz., who is want to design - a kitchen, a computer programmer bathroom, bedroom, etc., then type in the exact by trade. While searching online dimensions of the space for a computer program you'll be working with and he could use to design his access the tools available to dream kitchen, Gariepy design the space. If you'll be working on couldn't find one that would work for him. "I a kitchen remodel, for had all these great ideas I example, you have access wanted to see in realistic to tools that let you draw 3D before I committed in the windows and doors, to them. Other home then decide where you want design programs made it the cabinets, countertops so difficult to see my ideas. and appliances to go, and I was forced to read the what they should look manuals and understand like. Once you render for exterior landscaping. Since it first became available in 2004 more than 150,000 people have used the Plan 3D software. To learn more about its features or to sign up for access, which costs just $14.95 for a one-month subscription or $2.95 per month if you sign up for a year, log on to www. plan3cl.com. Courtesy of ARA Content the drawing, the software gives you a 3D look at your design, right down to the cabinet style, countertop type and paint color. In addition to room remodels, the software can also be used to get an idea of what a room would look like if you decided to redecorate or move furniture around or even to design a new home. It also has features that allow you to experiment with ideas "Put Your Trust In Number One" 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Business 336-246-2664 MLS United. Country INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED ™ and © Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity 153756. JEFFERSON - Great starter home for the small family. 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'WE OFFER BUYER REPRESENTATION" FREIDA BARKER FRANCES GOODHART RICHARD EDMONDSON PHIL LEWIS MICK PHILLIPS JACK RIELLY GLENN TAYLOR SHERMAN LEE MARK BOWER RALPH REEVES • STEPHANIE DARNELL • PEGGY HOEFL CALL 246-7455 FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF LAND & HOME OFFERINGS. CALL TOLL-FREE - 1-800-789-1312 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: www.UCDogwoodRealty.coin �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST When Ants Take Over the Kitchen Ants are among the most in­ telligent and prevalent insects on earth. Hardly a household kitchen hasn't had an invasion of them. Ants will arrive unan­ nounced quickly and silently, day or night seeking out sweet foods like bears after a honey­ bee hive. My neighbor's ants came into her house through a small crack in the jam of her front door. They wound around her home from room to room close to the walls un­ til they reached the food in the kitchen pantry. They just instinctively knew where to goSpraying visible ants doesn't eliminate the problem be­ cause they represent only a fraction of the colony. Thou­ sands more ants including one or more queen ants are hiding somewhere in a nest. The trick is to locate the col­ ony and get rid of all of them. Ants nest inside your home behind walls, window case­ ments, door frames, beneath floors and in your basement. Outside, they nest in the ground, under mulch, gravel, wood timbers, house exterior siding and concrete slabs. There are many kinds of ants in the United States. The Southern United States are plagued with biting fire ants which are slowly creeping North. Carpenter ants are everywhere and can cause almost as much damage to wood as termites. There are lawn ants, ac­ robat ants, pharaoh ants, black ants, crazy ants, meat eating ants and more. Japan has the most ants in the world, some 400 different species. Some ants are so small, its tough to de­ termine their species with the naked eye. Ants contaminate food and can carry pathogens that may affect man. For their size, ants are stronger and have larger brains per body weight than any other insect or animal, including man. It is said if man had the proportionate strength of an ant, he could lift an automobile over his head. Ants are organized and fraternal, living in colonies like little cities. They can sense food from a great distance sending out workers to gather, retrieve and stockpile the nest. Parent colonies of ants fool man by having several satellite nests of crushed petrified fresh wa­ ter diatoms called DE flour. AntEater powder is infused with natural clove oil and approved by the ProPet Alli­ ance of Veterinarians as safe around dogs and cats. (For a free Veterinarian's Pet Safety booklet, call (800) 801 0061.) AntEater is also safe for use with no queen, eggs or young larvae. So, how do you outSmart invasive ants? Fortunately, new ant controls, safe for use around food are on the market for 2007, and are available in grocery and hardware stores. These kill the ants on location, such as in your pantry where ants encounter the powder and track it inside kitchen cabinets along­ back home. One new product called Ant­ side flour, grains and cereals Eater is effective against all and other foodstuffs. After species of ants and comes in the ants track through it and a handy squeeze bottle with a bring it back to the nest, the curved spout that lets you put powder keeps working to de­ a puff of powder material into stroy the entire colony. Ants corners and hard to reach arc intelligent enough to as­ places. AntEater powder nev­ sociate danger to a particu­ er wears out and is composed lar food supply and generally Five Quick Tips to Combat Japanese Beetles It seems like everybody is having problems with Japa­ nese beetles. If you have fruit trees, grape vines, roses, crepe myrtle, you'll see Japanese beetles every summer. Not native to the United States, Japanese beedes are like the gypsy moth, black widow spider, orien­ tal carp, starlings, fire ants, dandelions plus a, whole host of imported, unwant­ ed things that are thriving in the United States. Like tiny little helicop­ ters, Japanese beetles, by all laws of aerodynamics, shouldn't fly at all. That means, if you have them in your yard, chances are they came right out of your own lawn! That's right! Japanese beetles hibernate as grubs nine months out of the year before pupating into flying adults. As grubs, the beetles attack grass roots, eat the tiny root hairs off of trees, shrubs, flowers and vegetable garden plants. For every 1,000 flying adult Japanese beetles, there will be fifty thousand grubs in the soil. Here are five important tips for controlling Japanese bee­ tles: 1. Recognize that Japanese beetles hiber­ nate as grubs and treat your lawn with grub control. We recommend USDA developed Milky Spore be­ cause it's guaran­ teed for ten years and doesn't harm kids or pets. 2. If you have Jap­ anese beetle traps, give them to your neighbors and let your beetles travel into their yard. Traps work too well because th<?y deploy an aromatic scent and beetle sex hormone that will bring in more Japanese beetles than you had last year. 3. Pick off adult Japanese beetles from your plants and throw them into a pail of Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI Mt. Jefferson Mortgage 126 Robv Poe Road (336) 982-6020 Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a soapy water. The beedes can't bite you and quickly drown in the water. For beedes in hard to reach areas, use an insect spray. 4. Try St. Gabriel Laborato­ ries' SharpShooter. It works better than most Japanese beetle sprays. 5. Get a Japanese beetle Milky Spore campaign started in your neighborhood that includes the participation of a number of residents. Such action is the most effective method for area-wide. For a free brochure on neighborhood Japanese bee­ tle control programs, or for more information about St. Gabriel Laboratories' pest control products, call (800) 801-0061. Courtesy of ARAcontent home loan? Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homebuycr with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. There are no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. 100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. 1 This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. • Mt. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. 1 Closing costs are the same as a loan without a government guarantee. Reliable income and good credit are required. If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. *Jox info on this and otlzx fixofwitUi, ox if you would tilt to Heritage Realty Home Town Realty won't return to the same loca­ tion any time soon. You can also take the follow­ ing steps to prevent a reoccur­ rence of ants: 1. Don't let moisture build up under sinks from leaking pipes and other sources. Ants are attracted to water. 2. Outside, move excessive mulch or soil away from the wood sid­ ing of your home. 3. Seal cracks and holes in the basement of your home where cables, wires and pipes enter the home. 4. Cut away branches of trees and shrubs where they touch the side of your house. This will stop "ant bridges" from con­ necting nests to window frames and other potential openings. 5. Don't stack firewood against your house or in the garage. At certain times of the year, both ants and termites devel­ op wings and swarm to new lo­ cations. It's important to know the difference between them as termites require a profes­ sional exterminating com­ pany to protect your home. Winged termites have a long oval smooth body shaped like a tiny cigar. Winged ants have a segmented body composed of three distinct sections. If you are not sure of what you have, save a few winged speci­ mens in a small bottle of alco­ hol and take it to your local county agricultural extension agent. 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Titled "Bridging the Gap: Selling to Food Service and Retail," the workshop is being provided by the North Caro­ lina Cooperative Extension Service and the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at North Carolina State Uni­ versity. The workshop cost is $25 per person ($12 per per­ son for government employ­ ees), which includes lunch. The registration deadline is Feb. 20. The event begins at 8:30 a.m. and concludes at 2:30 p.m. The workshop will fea­ ture presentations on how to market produce to restau­ rants and retail chains, sell fresh produce to schools and legal issues involving direct marketing. Growers also will learn about possible grants and other funding sources they can use to more effec­ tively market their produce. "The workshop's goal is to give farmers information that could help them make deci­ sions about what they want to do with their land and look at other things that could make money for them," said Annette Dunlap, workshop organizer and North Carolina Cooperative Extension asso­ ciate, value-added and alter­ native agriculture. Among workshop speak­ ers is Craig Watson, vice president of Sysco, a national restaurant and food service supplier, who will talk about the potential market for growers in North Carolina. The company does not have contracts in North Carolina. More information is avail­ able from Dunlap at (919) 515-5969 or by email at annette_dunlap@ncsu.edu or from Kenny Bailey, North Carolina Cooperative Exten­ sion agent in Cumberland County at (910) 321-6871 or by email at kenneth_bailey@ ncsu.edu. Informationis also on line at http://www.cals. ncsu.edu/value-added/Bridging_the_Gap.htm Accepted with Honors Mark Little, son of Mike and Sarah Little, has been accepted to Honors School at Western Carolina Uni­ versity. Second year stu­ dents must maintain a 3.5 CPA to be accepted to the Honors School. Mark main­ tained a 3.65 CPA while pursuing his Bachelor's De­ gree in Engineering Tech­ nology and he also made the Deans List last semester. Being accepted into Honors School opens many perks up for the students to accel in their area of study. Mark is a 2003 graduate from Ashe County High School Students at Ashe County Middle School recently received Breakfast with the Principal for being the outstanding read­ ers for the months of December and January. Awards are given each month to the top ten students in the school who have read the most. Breakfast with the Principal is spon­ sored by the ACMS library and Hardee's of Jefferson. Pic­ tured are: Front row, left to right: Sarah Spanbaurer, Yecenia Ledezma, Leah Hodgson, Nichole Brooks, Cody Cook 2nd row: Austin Casiano, Allison Widner, Deva Brooks, Sienna Malcolm, Allison Day, Misty Bledsoe, Sheila Richard­ son (Media Specialist) 3rd row: Principal Bobby Ashley, Zeb Richardson, Bobby Nickerson, Dan Zeller, Sarah Greene, Andrew Vogl Roten finishes training Army Pvt. Jason T. Ro­ ten has graduated from Ba­ sic Combat Training at Fort Knox, Ky. During the nine-week training period, the trainee received instruction in drill and ceremony, weapons, rifle marksmanship and bayonet training, chemical warfare, field training and tactical ex­ ercises, armed and unarmed combat, military courtesy, military justice, physical fit­ ness, first aid, and Army his­ tory, traditions, and core val­ ues. He is the son of Tim and Alicia Roten of Beaver Creek School Road, West Jefferson, N.C. Roten is a 2006 graduate of Ashe County High School, West Jefferson. Planning for the future of farming in Western N.C. BAKERSVILLE, NC WNC farmers are feeling the squeeze of increasing property values, pressure from urban­ ization, and a population that is growing less familiar with agriculture every day! So, you wonder, what can small and limited resource farmers in WNC do to meet these chal­ lenges? North Carolina Coopera­ tive Extension has received grant funding from the USDA Risk Management Agency to host a "Whole-Farm Planning Workshop Series" to address a number of the challenges that WNC farmers face today. These workshops will be of­ fered throughout the 17 west­ ernmost counties in the state, and they are designed spe­ cifically for small and limited resource producers. Informa­ tion on the series follows: Part I: AgVenture Feasi­ bility - This workshop is de­ signed to walk you through Breakfast with the Principal the decision-making process ary 26th! Call 250-4868 and that is necessary before you include the number of indi­ add to or change what you do viduals attending AND the on your farm. This decision site. process is based on an assess­ Part III: Business Plan­ ment of market opportunities ning 101 - Who buys your and an analysis of resources products? Who do you com­ available to meet them. pete with for the best pric­ When: February 15, 2007 es? Who are the people who from 3pm-6pm make your farm business Where: Bakersville Fire work? Do you ever plan to Department expand? Where will you find Part II: Risky Business the financing you need? All of - This workshop is designed these questions need to be an­ to provide information on swered BEFORE you invest different forms of managing time, energy and money into and minimizing risk, from a venture. No matter how insurance options to disaster much experience you've had assistance to liability issues with business plans, you'll concerning agritourism. If find information, examples, you want to protect yourself and one-on-one coaching for and your farm, don't miss this your individual needs! one! When: March 24, 2007 When: March 8, 2007 from from 9am-3pm (Lunch will be 3pm-6pm included) Where: Mayland Commu­ Where: Bakersville Fire nity College, Spruce Pine Department ***Pre-Registration by ***Pre-Registration by phone is required by Febru­ mail is required by March Children's bracelets contain lead 10th! There is a fee of $15/ person for this workshop; DM Merchandising Inc., registration information and forms are available from your of Elmhurst, 111. is recall­ local Cooperative Extension ing Children's "Ultra Gear" Bracelets sold nationwide office. Questions about this grant from July 2004 to January or about the series? Contact 2007. The jewelry contains Brittany Whitmire (brittany. high levels of lead. The recalled bracelets are whitmire@buncombecounty. org or 828.862.4231) or your 8-inch long, silver-colored local County Extension Of­ chain bands that have a 1 Vz inch long casting with assort­ fice. North Carolina Coopera­ ed designs, including a snake tive Extension is based at North Carolina's two landgrant institutions, NC State University and NC A&T State University, in all 100 counties and on the Cherokee Reserva­ tion. NC Cooperative Exten­ sion gives our state's residents easy access to the resources and expertise of the landgrant institutions through educational programs, pub­ lications, and events. Visit http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/ for more information. and a sword. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to the store where purchased. Consumers can also contact DM Merchandising at (800) 548-6784 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, for a full refund or visit http://www.dmmerchandising.com/recall.htm. More info at www.recalls.org. Credit Problems? NeedaCar? CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW IT'S HAPPENING NOW! Post Photo by Linda Burchette Leonard Blevins, with plaque on left, and Jim Dixon, with plaque on right, were honored last week for their work with the Ashe County USDA Farm Service Agency Committee. The awards were presented by District Director Len McBride with comments from Ashe FSA Di­ rector Jennifer Gilbert, both pictured between Blevins and Dixon. FSA honors farmers by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe County's Farm Ser­ vice Agency honored two out­ going members of the county committee last week with a special luncheon at Smoky Mountain Barbecue and plaques of appreciation. Leonard Blevins of Silas Creek near Lansing, farming dairy, tobacco and beef, has served the USDA Farm Ser­ vice Agency Committee for 41 years, most recently as vice chairman. Jim Dixon, a tobacco farm­ er from Piney Creek in Ashe County, has been with Farm Bureau 29 years and nine years on the FSA Agency Committee. This committee, explained FSA Director Jennifer Gil­ bert, makes decisions and ad­ ministers buyout payments on tobacco along with payments for milk and corn, assists with feed during droughts and sets yields on programs. Farmers vote for their com­ mittee members and those members are a local resource for people rather than a gov­ ernment official for farm-re­ lated assistance. FSA District Director Len McBride presented the awards to Leonard Blevins and Jim Dixon. Ashe County's FSA com­ mittee includes Chairman Thomas Roberts of Creston, Vice Chairman Tommy Bar­ low of Jefferson, Bill Osborne of Piney Creek in Alleghany County, Joe Roberts of Ennice, Wayne Sparks of Sparta and Ralph Poe of Jefferson. Johnston named to Dean's List Thomas Frederick Johnon of Clemmons was named the dean's list for fall seester 2006 at High Point niversity. Dean's list stu;nts have attained at least 3.5 grade point average r the previous semester ised on a 4.0 scale. Thomas ihieved 4.0. Thomas is the son of Susan id Jeff Johnston of Clem­ mons and the grandson of Nancy and Tom Johnston of Jefferson. At High Point University, every student receives an extraordinary education in a fun environment with car­ ing people. HPU is a liberal arts institution with approxi­ mately 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students from 50 countries and 44 states at campuses in High Point and Winston-Salem. It is ranked 15th among comprehensive universities in the South and in the top 100 nationwide. It is accredited by the Commis­ sion of Colleges of the South­ ern Association of Colleges and Schools, and is a member of the NCAA, Division I and the Big South Conference. Get "reved up" for the best line ofsuzuki5,^ SUZUKIFEST 2007 I f| R Q *»% nPR LOW 6.95% APR „ $onn GIT UP TO £UU Pius $ IH SUZUKI ACCESSORIES , $69/M0NTH 69/M0NTH Uf p llOTn AND PAYMENTS AS LOW AS Util.ty ATVs that Suzuki has made! Now is the time oHSiuctMOOtis ON SELECT MODELS to make your I move. 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Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information, Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336)846-7164 '' ' ' ' Lost on Idlewild Road near Blackburn's Store: male black and tan puppy, Chihuahua / Fiest mix. Answers to Sam. If you have seen Sam or have informa­ tion, please call 336-877-5177. Reward offered. ' ' (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com Web: ww-.v.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preterences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, , religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children undor the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & pooplo securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on oqual opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found ' Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost near Mt. Zion Ch. Rd., Male Brown Terrier mix with scar under righteye, around 40lbs. Also: Lost red-colored Lab mix, female. May have puppies with her. Missing 10 puppies. May have been stolen. Please call with any info. Robyn 336-363-9187 (leave msg.) or ' email: com. LOST: Brown & White Husky Mix. Right flop ear, blue eyes. Answers to Dakota. Lost at Baldwin & Black Bear Inn Rd. Please call Brian at 336-977-6257 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6, Queen Bed, bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted #45-0661 CLINICAL COUNSELOR Open until filled. Full Time New River Behavioral HealthCare. Work base Alleghany. Duties include: clinical, individual, & group therapist with a heavy children's caseload, some adults, and daytime crisis rotation. Minimum requirements: Master's degree in Human Services; Counseling, Social Work or Psychology. Preference: Licensed. Usually: Mon-Fri, 8-5. Salary hiring range: $35,136-$50,604. Submit state application to: Alleghany Employment Commission, PO Box 996, Sparta, NC 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. ATTENTION CNA I'S: PT and FT positions available for Home Care in Ashe County. Premium Pay, Premium Benefits with Mileage. CallTammy Jones at (800) 7907483 Toll Free. HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR I (Position 743-40-1647) Open until filled. FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Wilkes County. Duties include: Case manager serving adult consumers with Ml, monitoring, arranging, coordinating and link­ ing consumers with needed services. Mainly in consumers homes or community. Minimum require­ ments: Bachelor's de­ gree in human service field and two years of related human services counseling/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counseling/therapy, case management or group work, one of which was supervised. Usual Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8-5, flexibility required. Typical-hiring range: $33,564 $38,424. Submit state application to: Wilkes Employment Security Commission, 320 Wilkesboro Ave. Midtown Plaza, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 140-Help Wanted HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR I (743-40-3217) Open until filled. FT New River Behavioral Healthcare. Home base Wilkes but serves Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Iredell, Surry, Watauga and Yadkin. Geriatric and Acjult Mental Health Specialty Team composed of MSW, RN and QMHP. Duties: Provide staff training/support services for persons residing in adult care/nursing homes with Ml, and consultation support for challenging residents to enhance services provided. Minimum requirements: Masters's degree in human services field and one year of supervised counseling experience or Bachelor's degree in human services field and two years of relat­ ed counseling/therapy, one which was supervised. Typicalhiring range: $33,564$38,424. Submit state application and college transcript(s) to: Watauga Employment Security Commission, 207 Winkler's Creek Rd., Boone, NC 28607. Criminal records check and pre-employyment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENCY seeking a licensed Property/Casualty & Life/Health Agent to sell on a commission only basis. Entry experience level okay. Great opportunity for learning the business. Please fax resume to 336-877-2615 or email to wendy.sheets® brookeagency.com LOOKING FOR A REWARDING JOB? RHA Health Services has positions available on 1st and 2nd shifts working with developmentally disabled adults. Positions are in Deep Gap and are part-time, but may become full-time. High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license required. For more information, please call 828-262-5450. Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! PART-TIME HANDY MAN 20- 25 hours per week needed in West Jefferson area. Must be dependable and able to work with people, and have own hand tools and truck. Duties include routine apt. maintenance, and preparing vacant units. Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry needed. Send resume or letter of interest to: Job Opportunity PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOME HEALTH High Country Health Care System has an opening for a full time Registered Nurse to serve Ashe County. Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experience. Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time management, and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden High Country Health BCB TBUCK1NG INC AT BCB, INC., WE ARE NOW OFFERING A DRIVER TRAINING PROGRAM No CDL, No Problem! We will train you to get your CDL in 4 weeks or less! 140-Help Wanted State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified; EEO and ADA employer. RHA HEALTH SERVICES is taking applications for a Home Manager position located in Deep Gap, NC. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating activities of approximately 26 Direct Support Staff and managing operations of a 15 bed non-ambulatory ICF/MR facility. Qualifications: at least 2 years supervisory experience, high school diploma, valid driver's license, flexible work schedule and experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Qualified applicants can apply at 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC 28618 or call 828-262-5450 160-Business Opportunities Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIR Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 ***** COME DRIVE FOR A COMPANY WITH GREAT PAY AND BENEFITS! Requirements: 23 years of age and a clean driving record. Contact: Mark Osborne or Allen Dillard at 336-372-2557for details 330-Pets Horses For Sale: over 100 to choose from. Miniatures, Quarter Horses, Paints, Paso Finos, Pair Belgium Mares. Will finance and keep until spring. Horse trailers, Flat Beds & tack, sell or trade. Looking for part time help on Horse farm. 336-384-9040. PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. FOR SALE: 8 Prom Dresses, Sizes 5/6 and 7/8. Short & Long Lengths. $50 to $400. 336-982-9050 days, 336-982-4132 nights. The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. TRACTORS: John Deere, Gas, Loader, $3900, Massey Ferguson 65 Gas, Loader - $3900. Case - Diesel, PS, Loader, $3900. Ford 4000, nice, $6500 Allis Chamber, Restored. Nice, has Cultivator, plow. $2500 Call 336-384-9040. 235-Christmas Trees For Sale: Fraser Fir Seedlings - 3-0's, bed run, also have transplants. Want to buy: Fraser Fir Christmas trees by the block. Call 276-579-7733. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent For Sale: Appaloosa Mare. Downsizing herd. Need to sell. Call 336-977-9309 for more information. For Sale: Mec600Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 310-Musical BUM!1 [ckCl -J M J [»K1 We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Nerds (ID #5) is an 8 month old black lab/border collie mix. He's a calm, sweet heart of a dog and likes most other pets. He'll make a great family pet! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.pettinder.com 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 2001 Chev Suburban 4x4, 67K, Loaded, Leather, All Options. Dk Blue, One Owner, Garage Kept. New Michelin tires. $18,000. 336-982-2295 86 Chevrolet, 3/4 ton, 4x4, 28,000 miles, dump bed, snow plow, $4,900. 98 Dodge, 1 ton, 4x4, 12ft bed, $4,900, 94 Dodge 4x4 Cummins, auto, high miles, excellent run­ ning, sell or trade. Call 336-384-9040. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 410-Motorcycles/ 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2003 XR 70 Dirtbike. Kick Starter, FREE to good homes! 3 speed, automatic. 6 wks. old adorable, Very good condition. Fraser Fir Blocks, Comes with owners 5,000 to 45,000 frbes, manual, title and tool 2ft to 10ft. Will give no answer - Please kit. Half off original time to harvest or will leave msg. price. $975 firm. Call sell land, owner financ­ 336-982-8154 ing available. 140 acre PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS farm, with 45,000 trees FOR SALE AD HERE For Sale: 2005 Power and 14 acre farm with FOR ONLY 5,000 trees for sale. Max RC Motor Sports $3.50 PER AD. Other blocks for lease. Scooter. $600 OBO. (UP TO 20 WORDS Call 336-384-9040 PER AD). CALL Call 828-964-8898 CLASSIFIED DEPT. Premium Fraser Fir or 336-877-3155 AT 336-846-7164 transplants 3-2's and FOR MORE 3-3's available for 430-Rooms, INFORMATION. fall and spring. Call Apts., Houses 336-877-2652 or Did you know that if For Rent 336-877-7167. you are giving away srsassksstt an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 260-Garage/Yard Sales KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each 1 time 2 times For Rent: 2 BR House Stop by Hart Power Equipment. L1ARM © Hi CO YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 2BR/1BA House in West Jefferson, offer­ ing you convenience and easy access. W/hardwood and vinyl flooring. $650 per month with $650 security deposit. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals at 336-246-2880. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 3BR, 2 BA furnished, mobile home, on Hwy 163, overlooks New River. References & deposit required. Call 828-632-7724 3BR/2BA Mobile w/oil furnace, carpet & tile flooring, private setting offering convenience. Very nice home, $500 per month with $500 security deposit. Cal Carolina Mountain Properties & Rental, Inc. 336-246-2880. 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale 2 Story, 3 bedroom house, gas logs, monitor, balcony, greenhouse. 1 acre. Also, 4 acres Old Obids Rd. 336-977-6656 336-877-5513. Local Dealers FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots & Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale $0.00 ZERO Down Payment for Landowners. Singlewides, Doublewides, On and Off Frame Modulars $25,000 - $500,000. (See Our 2 story Log Home) Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. For Lease: Pasture and Barn for Horses. Riding WE CAN DO IT ALL! Oakwood Homes of Hudson, NC 828-396-2045 Call for easy directions. Trails available. By Parkway in Laurel Springs, NC. Call 336-359-8224. 530-Lots & Acreage For Sale: 152 acr€s, Grayson County, Va., intersection Fox Creek Road and Flat Ridge Road. Creek, woods, & meadows. Call for info. 620-386-0713. 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF Brian Neal Hayes EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF MARY NELLE KING HAYES The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor of the Estate of Mary Nelle King Hayes, deceased, of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned on or before the 26th day of April, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. This the 17th day of January, 2007. Brian Neal Hayes 904 West View Drive Wilkesboro, NC 28697 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Publication dates: 1-26-07; 2-02-07; 2-09-07; 2-16-07 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF WYLENE H.WHITE EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF VIVIAN L. HARTSOE The undersigned, having qualified as Executor of the Estate Of VIVIAN L. HART­ SOE, deceased, of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them Credit Problems? Need a Car? CALL 1-877-DRIVE-NOW • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES $9.50 $15.00 • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE CO Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: • JOB PLACEMENT • Medical Center Accepting Applications for: Two inch space for the above costs. Wytheville, Virginia Little Classifieds... BIG 1-800-334-1203 RESULTS! yWww.aHiancetractortrailer.com^ JOB NATURE: Wilkes Regional Caring for our community Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Temporary/seasonal work performing diversified activities on a Christmas tree farm. Must be able to RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus lift/carry 60 lbs. Saturday work required, when necessary. COMPANY: John Chefas dba/Hart Tree Farm in Grassy Creek, NC DURATION: SALARY: j".\l 290-Horses & Livestock Care System 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828) 264-9154 CRNA Dietitian 3/19/2007 to 12/24/2007 The guaranteed hourly salary is 1.51/hr., or Home Care Director applicable 2007 AEWR. JOB PROVISIONS: Workers are guaranteed three-fourths of the work hours of the total period. Work tools, supplies and equipment required to perform the duties assigned the worker Hospice Patient Care Coordinator Home Health Program Coordinator will be provided by the employer without charge to the worker. Housing with kitchen facilities will be provided at no cost to only those workers who are not reasonably able to return the We offer an attractive salary/benefits same day to their place of residence at time of recruitment. package and opportunity of professional growth. Transportation and subsistence expenses to the work site will For information on how to apply, please visit our be paid to nonresident workers upon completion of 50% of the job contract. Interviews required. Report in person with copy of this ad to local office of the NC ESC Agriculture Employment Services Job Order #: NC-7260396. website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals to the undersigned on or before the 10th day of May, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. STATE Of NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION FILE NO. 07-JT-06 IN THE MATTER OF: B.G.W. (DOB 10/13/2006) This the 5th day of February, 2007. Wylene H.White 708 Colonial Drive North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS FOR TERMINATION OF PARENTAL RIGHTS OF UNKNOWN PARENT(S) John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Publication dates: 2-9-07; 2-16-07; 2-23-07; & 3-2-07 NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, a Special Elec­ tion will be held in the Town of West Jeffer­ son in Ashe County on Tuesday, March 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. The following proposi­ tions will be submitted to the voters; 1.) To permit the oper­ ation of ABC stores. For or Against 2.) To permit the sale of mixed beverages in hotels, restaurants, pri­ vate clubs, community theatres, and conven­ tion centers. For or Against The registration books will close on Friday, February 9th, 2007. No form of absentee voting is allowed in this or future elections for the town of West Jefferson. Persons who are not certain of their registra­ tion status or their pre­ cinct location should contact the County Board of Elections in Jefferson. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 to 12 and 1 to 5. The phone number is 219-2570. Registration facilities and polling places are accessible to the elder­ ly and handicapped. In the case of a voter not being able to enter the polling place, they may vote curbside during the hours that the polls are open. Canvass Day will be held at 11:00 AM in the Ashe County Board of Elections office in Jefferson on Tuesday March 13th, 2007. Dated this the 16th day of January 2007. TO: Father of a Female child born on or about October 13, 2006 in Ashe County, North Carolina, and any and all known and unknown individuals who may be the father. PLEASE TAKE NO­ TICE that a petition has been filed by the Ashe County Department of Social Services re­ questing the Court to terminate any parental rights you may have to the above-named child. You are required to an­ swer the petition within thirty (30) days from the date of the first publication of this no­ tice (written below) and if you fail to do so, your parental rights to the child will be terminated. N.C.G.S. Chapter 7B authorizes you to have a Court-appointed law­ yer to represent you in the termination action if you cannot afford to hire a lawyer. You may call the Deputy Clerk of the Juvenile Court of Ashe County at 336246-5641 for further information. This the 9th day of February, 2007. Grier J. Hurley Attorney for Petitioner, Ashe County Department of Social Services 150 Government Cir­ cle, Suite 1400 Jefferson, NC 28640 336-219-2702 Published: February 9, 2007 A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • P0 Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 is nothing to celebrate. Gift (Subscription for. • $36.00 This year, more than 163,000 people will die from lung wjj cancer- making Seniors In Ashe Co. J*|! it America's • $33.00 NUMBER ONE cancer killer. City But new treatments Join Lung Cancer • $46.50 Name against this disease. lungcanceralliance.org Out-of-County (Ail) A Gift from: offer hope. Alliance in the fight Ralph G. Bare, Chairman Ashe County Board of Elections In Ashe County Name mm:CAWC€* AlllANCi ""NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Margaret P. Bower, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 320 Windy Acres Ridge Rd, Fleet­ wood, NC 28626 on or before the 27th day of April, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. MOBILE HOME PARK • CONVENIENCE STORE HOUSE - VACANT LOT Saturday, February 24, 2007 • 10:30 A.M. Flat Ridge Road - SUGAR GROVE, VIRGINIA — Property This the 19th day of January, 2007. David P. Bower Executor for the Estate of Margaret P. Bower This trailer park is a great investment opportunity! There are currently 8 spaces with room for possibly 2 more. There Is public water. A 14'X70' 2 bedroom, 2 bath singlewido with heat pump is included with the park. The spaces currently rent for $80.00 per month This is a nice fixer upper that would be a great rental house. It is over 1200 square feel with aluminum siding, baseboard heat and 1 bath NOTICE TQ Having qualified as Ex­ ecutrix of the Estate of Howard Neal Dickson, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the under­ signed Grace Dickson Little, c/o Vannoy & Reeves PLLC, Drawer 67, West Jefferson, NC 28694. on or before the 17th day of May, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate are requested to make im­ mediate payment to the undersigned. Grace Dickson Little ErQ.pfiity.l2_--BQ&s_Laag_ Property #3-312 Flat Ridge Rd. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE This 9th day February, 2007. - 318 Fiat_&jcige tto. Formerly Anita's Grocery, operating very suc­ cessfully as a convenience store, deli, hunting and fishing supplys. This building is ready to make you money! It Is approximately 4500 square feet with a heat pump, Yt bath and a walk-in cooler. There is also a 24X24' metal garage. Property is ideally suited for a con­ venience store, grocery, general store or any businessl Could also be easily converted to climate controlled storage unitsl of Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vision Council of America recommends regular eye exams lor you and your family to ensure healthy vision. ALL AUCTIONS WILL BE CONDUCTED AT 318 FLAT RIDGE RD. SUGAR GROVE, VIRGINIA Personal Property Royal Cash Register - Assorted Nascar Collectibles Casio Cash Register - 2 Sets of Platform Scales Lincoln Pizza Oven - Nacho Dispenser 4 Door Upright Cooler — Microwave Some Shelving - Kelvlnator Refrigerator 3 Glass Front Showcases — Bunn Coffee Pot Archery Supplies - Assorted Arrows Bow Press Chronometer Assorted Archery Veins Targets 3D Targets (Used) This lot is approximately .6 acres with public water and a septic system. A creek runs through the property. Ideal spot for a slnglewide. Slnglewide on property does not convey. ^ A u c t i o n e e r s Note; This is a great investment opportunity. Everything soils Absolute! Please look these properties over and join us on February 24th ^ TERMS: 2007 at 10:30 a. m. > DIRECTIONS: Real Estate: 10% down, balance closing Personal Property: Cash or Good Check no« una.™»W putOi—t oT • «ng» ImWy iWttnc. ho a moanumol10 daya to contact a rtok awinwl or Hmwchon ol a avuchua bu«Oahw 'Ottoclhn paaanu,ol lurl-MMd panilanaKt wadhaaao paintlia,an» Tha oato ol (wappoaanra 09 ma Wahaaa mant for thn property bapfHttm 10day vma parted Saaar andAucaon Company aaauma thai pnrchaaar run mapecrad iVuctormirioawtl on ata property prior 10 UK*rg and drat proparty n tunaIM tor purchatara o»a Porchaaara ihouk) raty Mrvjty upon atari oran juogemant ki taddtng From 1-81, take exit 45 (Marion), follow Hwy. 16 South, 9 miles, turn left on Flat Ridge Rd., go Vfe mile to auction on right. From Independence: Follow U.S. 58 for 16.7 miles, stay straight onto Troutdale Hwy. (Hwy. 16 North) for 17.5 miles, turn right on Flat Ridge Rd., go Vfa mile to auction on right. INSPECTION: Real Estate: Sunday, February 18 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Personal Property: February 24 at 9:00 a.m. Member Announcements made day of auction take precedence over all printed materials For further information contact Auctioneer Check Yearly. See Clearly.* www.checkyearly.com DAVID COUNTS Va. Auctioneer #0326 Abingdon, Virginia (276) 628-8123 1-800-797-1579 A> < COUNTS AUCTION GBOUp =? AUCTIONEERS Abingdon • Lynchburg • Marion BILL BRYANT - Lynchburg, Virginia HI JLSVKIATTOW DANNY COUNTS DWIGHT COUNTS -Sj For Pictures, Plat, Etc. www.countsauction.com Va Auctioneer #2276 Marion, Virginia (276) 783-3444 Fax (276) 628-8633 �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS 2,500 kids killed by backovers each year RALEIGH—Approximately 2,500 children per year ages 1 through 14 re­ ported to emergency rooms and an average of 229 chil­ dren per year died from mo­ tor vehicle backover injuries in the United States during the years of 2001 to 2003. Nearly half of children in­ jured in these incidents were ages 1 to 4. (Statistic from Safe Kids Worldwide, www. usa.safekids.org) In recognition of nation­ al Child Passenger Safety Week, Feb. 11- 17, Safe Kids North Carolina (SKNC) chap­ ters and coalitions across the state remind all drivers to be careful when backing out of driveways and parking spaces. This year's national theme for the observance is "Safety In and Around Cars: CPS for Young Tweens." "Most people are aware of blind zones while driving on the road, but many don't realize these same zones can prove deadly before the car even reaches the highway," said Insurance Commis­ sioner Long, who serves as SKNC's state chair. "Even though backover injuries and deaths can easily be prevented by doing a quick walk around the car, tragi­ cally they continue to occur and often involve the driver's own child." SKNC chapters and coalitions across the state are holding events to help parents and caregivers learn good safety habits with children while they are in and around vehicles. In addi­ tion to focusing on backover prevention, chapters and coalitions will touch on the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles and preventing trunk entrap­ ment. [Note to editors: Safe Kids North Carolina seat check locations are listed as an attachment to this re­ lease. We encourage you to share any of this information with your audience.] To keep children safe while they are in and around vehicles, Commissioner Long and SKNC encourages par­ ents, caregivers and all driv­ ers to follow these safety tips into: • Parents and caregiv­ ers are urged to firmly hold the hands of children when in driveways, in parking lots and on sidewalks. • Drivers, even those without children of their own, are cautioned to do a safety check to look for children walking or playing around cars. • Drivers should walk all the way around a parked vehicle to check for kids, toys and pets before entering the car and starting the motor. • Never leave a child alone in a vehicle. • Always lock car doors and trunks and keep keys out of children's reach. • Check to ensure that all children leave the vehicle with you when you reach your destination. Don't over­ look sleeping infants. • Check trunks first for missing children. • Teach children how to use the glow-in-the-dark trunk handle release. • Teach children that trunks are for cargo — not for people or pets. Better Business Bureau warns of phishing attacks [Arlington, VA, February 13, 20071 - The Better Busi­ ness Bureau System warns all businesses and consumers across the United States and Canada of a spoofing scam us­ ing the BBB name and a false BBB e-mail address to entice recipients to access potential­ ly damaging hyperlinks. A firm from Kennesaw, GA, had its computer sys­ tem hacked last night. That firm's system is now generat­ ing thousands of counterfeit messages to businesses and consumers, purporting to be a complaint filed with the BBB. T & L CONSTRUCTION Residential & Commercial • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More Owner - Tom Jarman Sr. Call 336-846-8229 The incident was first report­ ed to the BBB serving Colum­ bus, GA and the surrounding area by one its members. The e-mail has a false re­ turn address of operations® bbb.org and a phishing hyper­ link citing a BBB complaint case number, for example, "DOCUMENTS FOR CASE #263621205". These links ac­ tually direct access to a sub­ directory of the hacked firm's website where users are asked to download documents related to the complaint. The download is actually an ex­ ecutable file that is believed to be some form of a computer virus. All recipients are advised that any e-mail from the operations@bbb.org address is not coming from any BBB and should be considered coun­ terfeit. The BBB strongly encourages recipients of any such message to delete the message immediately with­ out clicking on the "DOCU­ MENTS FOR CASE" links. The phishing e-mail re­ turn address of operations® bbb.org does not exist and is being "spoofed." Spoofing oc­ curs when an e-mail address is altered to appear as if the message originated from a legitimate source. This is a common practice for both spam e-mail and phishing op­ erations. Phishing is a term coined by computer hackers, who use e-mail to fish the Inter­ net hoping to "hook" recipi­ ents into giving them log­ ins, passwords and/or other sensitive information. In all these scams, the phisher first impersonates a legitimate company. In a typical scam, the phisher instructs recipi­ ents to click on a convenient link to receive or provide in­ formation that can then be used by phishers to access the recipient's sensitive per­ sonal or business informa­ tion. For more information about phishing and for tips to avert other scams, please visit www.bbb.org. An actual example of the false e-mail message is pro­ vided below. Names and other forms of identifying in­ formation have been removed from the example. Representative sample From: operations@bbb.org [mailto:operations@bbb.org] Sent: Tuesday, February 13,2007 6:06 AM To: XXXX Subject: . BBB Case #263621205 - Complaint for XXXX Dear Mr./Mrs. XXXX You have received a com­ plaint in regards to your busi­ ness services. The complaint was filled by Mr. XXXX on 02/05/2007/ Use the link below to view the complaint details: DOCUMENTS FOR CASE #263621205 Complaint Case Number: 263621205 \ ^Mountain Field ^jKcavatiwg & flawling ITS PUIiMBING No JOB TOO SMALL! Appleseed r> Quality Homr • SpringWork • Ditching •Lot Clearing 'Driveways • Basement/Footers • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312. " EL VIM COF.'S PUIMBIMC, r»rp, | tMHtWJUifii . : • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. "24 Bow Service" 20 Years Experience 336-372-5683 Cell: 336-657-1489 ASHE COUNTY ROOFING 2S Years Experience Licensed in North Carolina & VA Install roofing of all kinds Painting Insured A ALL Work t.u.trantced Pjp W- FREE ESTIMATES Allen \liller ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC 336-384-2063 XO VER 30 Y EARS E XPERIENCE p TREE SERVICE B OB'S T REE S ERVICE Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES JOES XX AND FEJ SATELLITE SALES & SERVICE zenith Oil Change, Lube i Her HQ Includes up to 5 Qts Oil, Filter & Lube '" ht'm STATE LINE FAST LUBE Hwy 16 § NC/VA State Line Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience 276-579-4562 Open 8-5 M'T'Th'F \ 8-2 Wed & Sat Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 csr DISPOSAL SERVICES Industrial -^Commercial • Residential <pa^ Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner • Residential Pick up Service • $40.00 Quarterly • Special Pick up Service Available "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" is OUR Mono! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! ess* 982-3335 BLBCTRICAL McIntyre Disposal Services [i® fyt Shepherd Masonry, Inc. Commercial & Residential Masonry is now offering POURED WALLS Mark Shepherd Masonry Const., Inc. Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured UrESTAU'RAWT Smithcy j MASONRY 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 ftoone Grading Co., Iuc< 4 336-846-7737 Located on the Backstreet We have expanded our lunch buffet! We are offering a choice of 3 meats and 12 different vegetables! LICENSED & INSURED No Job Too Small or Too Large! FREE ESTIMATES ALL TYPES or GRADING Contact Robert Holman • Dirl & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 1 Septic Systems • Basements • Footers Cell: 828-773-6736 iet C ARPENTRY/K£MODELI N( JPOOLS ON SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only - 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only ~ 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti • Remodel Jobs •Deeks • Additions Wheels RJ CAINE 336-977-2112 • Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4352 �FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9B Everyday people around the world use different types of soaps for many \ J different reasons. We wash our hands, take baths and showers, wash our clothes, and clean our homes. 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Box 1776 • West Jefferson; NC 28694 •> Email Rshehf 'mane@skvbcst.aim *.r < vbest.d �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 PAGE 11B COMMUNITY NEWS \SU professor's book looks at death penalty 5U News Bureau BOONE—It's time for a tie out when it comes to 3 use of the death penalty deter crime, according to a minal justice professor at palachian State UniveryIn his latest book, "Death ition: The Experts Explain aerican Capital Punish;nt," Matthew B. Robinson sesses the costs and ben­ ts of capital punishment, le book will be released in arch by Prentice Hall pubihing company. Robinson so will present his findings « the Academy of Criminal istice Sciences . national nference in March. Robinson's book includes formation gleaned from survey of about 50 death malty scholars from across ie country. They conclude lat capital punishment doesn't deter crime, and that the practice is prone to racial discrimination and mistaken convictions, among many other serious problems. A review of the latest empirical evidence supports the opin­ ions of the scholars, accord­ ing to Robinson. "The experts I surveyed believe capital punishment is plagued by serious problems," Robinson said. "These are people who are widely known, have published widely in the field, and are considered ex­ perts by their peers. They believe that innocent people are subjected to the capital punishment, that there is a significant racial bias in its application, a significant so­ cial class bias and to a lesser degree, a gender bias." Seventy-nine percent of the experts who responded to Robinson's survey believe that capital punishment does not deter would-be murderers from committing murder; 84 percent believe capital pun­ ishment is plagued by racial bias; and 80 percent believe there is a social class bias in terms of who is sentenced to death. Eighty percent oppose the death penalty and 79 per­ cent support a moratorium in executions pending further study of the practice. "The experts also unani­ mously recommended some­ thing other than death as punishment for someone convicted of murder, such as life imprisonment without parole" Robinson said. Between 1977 and 2005, there were more than 577,000 murders across the nation, which led to 6,934 death sen­ tences. Of that number, only 1,004 individuals have been executed. In North Carolina during these years, the state averaged only 14.5 death sentences and 1.6 ex/cutions per year, in spite of suffering approximately 594 murders annually. "The rarity of the death penalty is precisely why it is so ineffective and inefficient," according to Rob­ inson. "The main lesson of the book is that the death pen­ alty fails to meet its goals," he explained. "It's not used frequently enough to deter would-be murderers, to inca­ pacitate murders so that we have a reduction in murder by killing murderers and it's not used widely enough to provide retribution to soci­ ety and families of murder victims. It's so rarely applied that it doesn't serve any le­ gitimate purpose." So why is capital punish­ ment still used? Politics is Student tobacco use falls CHAPEL HILL - Cigarette ase by North Carolina high school and middle school stu­ dents has significantly dedined since the state began finding tobacco use preven­ tion and cessation initiatives for teens, according to an independent program evalu­ ation by University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill re­ searchers. Cigarette use dropped 25 percent among high school students and nearly 38 per­ cent by middle school stu­ dents from 2003 to 2005, according to the evaluation report. The decline appears strongly related to the state­ wide tobacco.use prevention and cessation initiatives, the researchers said. The evaluation covers the first three years of activity, from 2003 to 2005, by the Teen Tobacco Use Prevention and Cessation Initiative of the North Carolina Health and Wellness Trust Fund. The fund was established with North Carolina's share of tobacco lawsuit settlement money. The report also dis­ cusses how the teen initia­ tive affects teens and youth of different ages, ethnic­ ity and socioeconomic status, what activities of the! funded effort led to those effects and ways to improve outcomes in the next few years. "Our data shows that the Health and Wellness Teen Initiative, as the first statefunded effort and one that is highly successful over the last three years, has allowed political leaders, policy-mak­ ers, parents and youth them­ selves to recognize and more successfully deal with the health effects of tobacco," said Dr. Kathryn Kramer, as­ sociate director of the UNC School of Medicine's Tobacco Prevention and Evaluation Program and a co-author of the report. The anti-smoking pro­ gram for teens has achieved several noteworthy accom­ receive the same spending as the western region. Per capita funding in the west­ ern region is higher, and that region has shown the most policy success, the evaluation found. Finally, the report recom­ mends that leaders across the state reconvene periodi­ cally to review current strat­ egies and to consider what should be changed, stopped or added. "The Health and Wellness Trust Funded program in North Carolina is showing great and growing success," said Dr. Adam Goldstein, an associate professor of family medicine and director of the UNC School of Medicine's To­ bacco Prevention and Evalu­ ation Program. "The deci­ sion to focus on tobacco-free schools in the state, and the success of that movement, is one of the greatest public health stories in North Caro­ lina in the last decade," he said., . ering legislation to expand the death penalty. While written to be sup­ plement college textbooks dealing with criminal justice, crime prevention, criminol­ ogy and other related topics, Robinson says the book also should guide policy makers in better understanding the realities of the death penalty according to experts. Robinson hopes legislators in states with moratoriums on the death penalty, will take time to look critically at capital punishment and whether it truly works. "I'd really like them to look at the empirical evi­ dence," Robinson said. "If the evidence suggests the death penalty is a failed policy, then let's do away with it and come up with some alterna­ tives. According to my re­ search, the death penalty is a failed policy." ATTENTION • n JEFFERSON POST SUBSCRIBERS J1L Step 1 - Go to www.jeffersonpost.com Step 2 - User name will be the number on your mailing label starting with 0 Step 3 - Password will be your zip code For more information, contact: Circulation Manager • JoEvelyn Roop at 846-7164 CAR COMPANY plishments, the report said. These include: •More than two-thirds of North Carolina school dis­ tricts have adopted 100 per­ cent tobacco-free school poli­ cies, up from 22 percent in 2003. Such policies prohibit tobacco use by anyone at anytime on a school campus. •Youth awareness of the initiative's media campaign and the serious health con­ sequences of tobacco use in­ creased from 45 percent in 2004 to 54 percent in 2006. •North Carolina now ranks 21st in the U.S. in state funding for tobacco use prevention and cessation. At the start of the initiative, North Carolina ranked near the bottom of U.S. states. The evaluation also iden­ tifies potential challenges to the program's future success and outlines three primary recommendations for dealing with those challenges. Fund­ ing is a primary challenge: similar programs in Florida, Massachusetts and Min­ nesota showed early gains, but funding cuts halted and in some cases reversed pro­ gram successes, according to the report. First, the report recom­ mends the North Carolina Health and Wellness Trust Fund take steps to solidify the program's gains and ac­ complishments while resist­ ing pressure to cut funding. "The gains would go away if program funding was cut," Kramer said. Second, the report recom­ mends at least $2.5 million in new funding for central and eastern regions of the state, so these areas will State's schools improve (Washington, DC)—Over the past 20 years education funding in America has in­ creased by almost 80 percent so that today school systems spend an average of more than $9,000 per student. De­ spite this record of growth, student achievement has re­ mained stagnant. However, pockets of success do exist and can help guide policy makers and educators in the right direction towards bet­ ter schools. North Carolina spends $1,500 less per pupil than the national average but their standardized test scores have increased by one of the highest percentages over the last 20 years. The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) has recently released the 13th edition of the Report Card on American Education: A State by State Analysis: 1983-1984 to 2003-2004, which ranks the educational performance of the school systems in the states, and the District of Co­ lumbia according to several criteria including National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), SAT, and ACT scores. "Raising student achieve­ ment levels and improving the simple answer, Robinson said. Geographic location is another. "Politicians have to be tough on crime," Robinson said. "To come out against the death penalty is pretty much political suicide." Southern states tend to hold on to the death penalty, Robinson said, because of a long history of the practice. According to the Death Penalty Information Center, Illinois and New Jersey have formal moratoriums on ex­ ecutions, while New York's highest court has ruled that the state's existing death penalty is unconstitutional. Executions by lethal injec­ tion have been halted in 11 states, including North Caro­ lina. Eleven states are con­ sidering legislation to repeal capital punishment or im­ pose a moratorium on execu­ tions. Five states are consid­ our schools is not a matter of spending more money doing the same things as before but rather using the resources we have available in better and more innovative ways," said ALEC Education Task Force Chairman Rep. Jane Cunningham from Missouri. "We need to hold our schools accountable and demand re­ sults, and we need to give parents more choices when it comes to their children's edu­ cation," she added. The ALEC 2006 Report Card on American Education found, among other indica­ tors, that 71 percent eighth graders taking the NAEP mathematics exam in 2005 performed below the "profi­ ciency" level. ALEC also found no direct correlation between spending per pupil or teacher salaries and achievement. To obtain an electronic copy of ALEC's 2006 Report Card on- American Educa­ tion or to schedule an inter­ view on the report's findings, please contact Jorge Amselle at (202) 742-8536 or email jamselle@alec.org. 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Dealer *MU �PAGE 12B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS World class juggler and entertainer Mark Nizer at the Ashe Civic Center International juggling champion Mark Nizer, one of the world's foremost practi­ tioners of the unique form of entertainment, will take over the stage at the Ashe Civic Center on Friday, February 23 at 7:30 p.m. Mark Nizer merges world class juggling, light, technology, original corned^, movement and music making the show a complete entertainment package. The "Expect the Impos­ sible" show is fun and en­ tertainment for the entire family. Whether it's five pingpong balls being thrown 20 feet in the air using only his mouth or juggling a burning propane gas tank, a running electric carving knife and a 16-pound bowling ball, Mark Nizer makes the impossible seem commonplace. Mark is the winner of the prestigious International Jug­ gling Championships, which recognize raw skill, business acumen, musicality, comedic excellence, showmanship and other all-around talents. He was also named the Comedy Entertainer of the Year by the Association for the Pro­ motion of Campus Activities. Mark has been performing and refining his art for more than 30 years. He holds a de­ gree from the University of New Hampshire and taught at The Kitchen Sink Mime Theatre in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Don't miss this amazing show where "you'll discover for yourself that Mark Niz­ er is truly the juggler your mother warned you about. Or if she didn't, she should have." All seating is reserved at the Ashe Civic Center and tickets are $8 adults and $5 students. Please call the Arts Center for tickets and infor­ mation at 336-846-ARTS. Doc Watson performs for Lions Club On Saturday February 10th, the West Jefferson Li­ ons Club hosted the Second Annual Valentine's Dinner fundraiser with the help of the WMU Woman of Friend­ ship Baptist Church. It was an evening to re­ member with the fellowship hall decorated in Valentines, the Mountain Baritones sang while over 100 people were served a fabulous home cooked meal. Our White Cane Chairwoman Lion Dot Nichols introduced a surprise to ev­ eryone, the locally renowned singer, songwriter and story teller Doc Watson, who per­ formed for us. What an eve­ ning. To learn more about the West Jefferson Lions, visit us the first and third Tuesday's at the Winners Circle at 6 p.m. Baby beauty Appalachian Symphonic Band to perform B O O N E — A p p a l a c h i a n ingly moving landmark to Symphonic Band, conducted the American people and our by Scott C. Tobias and John heritage," he wrote. Stanley Ross, will perform Audience goers may be Tuesday, Feb. 20, at 8 p.m. surprised to*hear John Phil­ in Broyhill Music Center's lip Sousa's "With Pleasure." It Rosen Concert Hall at Appa­ is the first and one of the few lachian State University. pieces he wrote in the style of The program is sure to be ragtime. an audience pleaser for those Franz Biebl's "Ave Maria" who love the work of Sousa, was arranged by John Stan­ John Williams and other com­ ley Ross, who also will con­ posers of works for brass and duct the piece. The piece was woodwind instruments. originally written for sevenFirst on the program is part men's voices. John Williams' "Sound the Organist Joby Bell joins Bells!," written following a the band Alfred Reed's "Alle­ Boston Pops Orchestra tour of luia! LaudamusTe."The piece Japan. WilliamB was fascinat­ is a canticle of praise without ed by the huge temple bells in words. Its individual sections Japan, which inspired this function as a separate choir piece and its prominent use or chorus. The composition of percussion instruments. features a massive chorale in The band also will perform the brass, a flowing line in the "Symphonic Prelude" by Mark horns and woodwinds section, Camphouse. This piece was and a fanfare-like theme that inspired by the composer's begins in the trumpet section visit to the Normandy Ameri­ and spreads throughout the can Cemetery in France. "I band. found it to be an overwhelm­ Kyleigh Emmalyne Miller competed in the Dream Dolls and Unbelievable Beauties pageant on Feburary 3, 2007 Checkers champions Herbert Richardson is the winner of the 21st annual Ashe County Checkers Classic. Herbert is a 14 time champion. Karl Kelly, a former champion, came in strong in second place. 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The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 14 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 24 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-16 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/803f83589264c3788ee4360a897513da.pdf b40006433102083582c5e2110f311759 PDF Text Text • Varsity ladies fall to Falcons Tuesday page 6 February 20,2007 • Varsity men claim third place 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 6 • Parks and Rec offers umpire class SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 15 page 7 Hospital shows off renovations by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe Memorial Hospital celebrated an open house recently to showcase renova­ tions to the physical therapy department and Segraves Care Center. "The Segraves renovation was the AMH Foundation project for the 2004 year," said Chief Operating Officer Joe Thore. "Normally it takes one to two years to raise the money and to complete the work. The Segraves project was very large in scope of work. We were able to add a new section to the dining room and completely reno­ vate key areas throughout the skilled nursing home." "The physical therapy renovation has been com­ pleted more quickly because the scope of that work is smaller," Thore added. "We finished the physical ther­ apy project in January. The physical therapy department renovation was able to add a little space and completely renovate two areas into a larger one. The renovations resulted in creating a wait­ ing area within the depart­ ment; enhancing privacy for the patients, more exercise room for rehabilitation ac­ tivities, new equipment and a better work space for the staff. The space was upgrad­ ed from curtained cubicles to enclosed treatment rooms." Now that this project is finished, work will begin on upgrading second floor pa­ tient rooms in the spring. "I'm real proud of the work that the Foundation does for our hospital and I'm very Photo courtesy of Ashe Memorial Hospital Ashe Memorial Hospital Chief Executive Officer R.D. Williams, at left, talked to Rep. Cullie Tarleton and his wife Sylvia about renovations to the hospital's physical therapy department and Segraves Care Center during a recent open house. grateful for the support of so many," said Thore. "The thing that we should all be proud of is the way the Foundation is able to help our hospital grow through these much needed renovations and purchase of equipment. We are able to do things for the hospital that wouldn't be done without the Foundation. The Foundation plays a critical role in im­ proving your hospital, and we are very appreciative of the people who donate to the Foundation and to the people who make Ashe Memorial their hospital of choice." Appeal letters have gone out for the next campaign which is four-fold. The campaign goal is to raise $160,000, with $60,000 planned for renovation and new furniture for the hos­ pital dining room, $40,000 for a new security camera system for both the interior and exterior of the hospital, $35,000 for a new non-inva­ sive cardiac monitor for the anesthesia department, and the rest to purchase stretch­ ers for the operating depart­ ment. "We have already raised $75,000 for this campaign," said Thore, "and we need your help to reach our goal." "The importance of a healthcare facility having a security camera system that monitors the hospital inside and out is immensely valu­ able," states the Foundation campaign appeal letter. "It will help in the protection of newborns in the birth­ ing suite and main patient care areas. The dining room renovations will replace fur­ niture and flooring, and will provide a cosmetic uplift. The patients will greatly benefit from new stretchers with staff being able to trans­ fer patients more easily. The non-invasive cardiac monitor for anesthesia will provide the most accurate processing and calculation of hemody­ namic parameters, including cardiac output, systemic vas­ cular resistance, contractility and fluid status." "The AMH Foundation continues to make great im­ provements to your hospital," said Thore. "These renova­ tions are only made possible through your generous sup­ port. Our many thanks for caring about your hospital. Thank you for your generosi­ ty and for helping us to make a difference." To make a donation to the AMH Foundation, call 8460712 or send your donation to: AMH Foundation, 200 Hospital Avenue, Jefferson, NC 28640. has had a contract with the town to remove snow the past couple years, but told the board last Monday that it was a waste of money to purchase the expensive insurance and then have no snow to remove. He asked that the town pro- • vide the insurance coverage. Another bidder, Mac Ham, noted that the high cost of in­ surance makes it difficult to pay for this coverage if there is no revenue in snow remov­ al to offset it. Mayor Jason Ring said the only solution he could come up with is to have a town truck and an employee to do the work, but the town, with only 150 residents, cannot af­ ford this anymore than it can afford the insurance for some­ one to remove snow should there be any snow to remove. .See Snow, page 5 structures over 40' to be built on any ridge over 3,000 feet in elevation. The statute became law in 1983 after an imposing con­ dominium complex located on Sugar Top Mountain in Avery County was built. Citizens, offended by the structure and its visually adverse impact on the ridges, requested that the North Carolina legislature pass a law to prevent further destruction to our ridges in the eleven mountain counties in the western part of our State. An Application currently before the North Carolina Utilities Commission to con­ struct a complex of 25 to 28 wind turbines on Big Springs Mountain in Ashe County constitutes another threat to our mountain ridges. Eu­ phemistically referred to as a wind 'farm,' this indus­ trial complex would contain a grouping of wind turbines, each of whose height with blade extended would exceed 400 feet. Although our na­ tional experience with wind power is still slight, there have already been studies, observations and specula­ tion suggesting that wind turbines produce unaccept­ able levels of noise and light pollution, adversely affect property values, threaten the economic base of a surround­ ing area heavily dependent on tourism, and do damage at disturbing levels to the en­ vironment and wildlife - par­ ticularly resident and migra­ tory birds, raptors, and bats. In its September 2005 publication "Wind Power: Impacts on Wildlife and Gov­ ernment Responsibilities for Regulating Development and Protecting Wildlife," pre­ pared after reviewing stud­ ies of wind power facilities in northern California, Penn­ sylvania, and West Virginia, the Federal Government Ac­ counting Office noted that the placement of wind turbines is an inherently critical issue, recommending that state and local regulatory agencies be provided information by the Federal Fish and Wildlife Ser­ vice "on the potential wildlife impacts from wind power...to help make decisions about where wind power develop­ ment should be approved." The "Friends of Ashe County" has been organized for the purpose of informing the public of the dangers to the mountain ridges of Ashe County, and of the threats to the welfare of the residents of Ashe County and the en­ tire western region of North Carolina posed by this Appli­ cation. According to Phil Lewis, member and supporter of the Friends: "While proponents of the plan have been at work on its behalf for quite some time, those in opposition have had a very limited time in which to gather facts about the wind industry and assess the impact of industrial wind turbines on our citizens and our environment. So far as we know, there has been no effort to do an impact study of any kind. We have little in­ formation on what would be necessary to construct and operate the proposed facili­ ties, what type of infrastruc- Lansing wrestles with snow by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor snow removal and paving for the approximately one and Despite the lack of snow a half miles of town streets so far again this winter, the - those who remove snow for Town of Lansing is wonder­ the town are required by the ing what will happen to the state to have snow removal streets if it really does snow insurance. According to sev­ and there's no one contracted eral who have bid on provid­ to remove it? ing the service, this can be Because Lansing receives expensive, $1,500 or more per North Carolina Powell Bill year, because it is considered money - about $5-6,000 an­ d hazardous service. nually to cover the cost of Alderman Dennis Trainor Wind energy farm debate continues FOR (This was the written tes­ timony presented by Dr. Den­ nis Scanlin of Appalachian State University at last week's hearing before the N.C. Utili­ ties Commission. Scanlin is a strong supporter of the wind farm project.) I was hired as an instructor in the Technology Department of Appalachian State Univer­ sity in the fall of 1984. One of my job responsibilities was to coordinate the Appropri­ ate Technology (AT) program, which was a new program for the department. One of the major topics addressed in the AT program is renewable en­ ergy technology and I have studied these technologies and taught students about them for the last 22 years at Ap­ palachian State. Wind energy production was and is one of the technologies addressed in our program. Since my first year was just following the 4 year ex­ periment in Boone NC with the Mod-1, 2 MW windmill, which was then the world's largest, there was naturally a lot of interest in wind energy. My research into the history of wind energy in the US had indicated that Western NC had been identified in some of the earliest government sponsored investigations of wind energy as having excel­ lent wind resources. The first federally funded wind energy program was started in 1973 after the first oil embargo and in response our country's increasing awareness of the problems related to our de­ pendence on fossil fuels. The Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com program began under the people surveyed at the time auspices of the National Sci­ supported the project. ence Foundation. It was in­ When the project ended in­ corporated into the Energy terest in wind energy in NC Research and Development waned primarily because the Administration in 1975 and cost of wind energy was still the Department of Energy in quite high and conventional 1977. The major purpose of electricity production was the program was to determine comparatively inexpensive. the commercial feasibility of However I continued to mea­ wind power for electricity pro­ sure wind velocities through­ duction, and wind resource out the region and was quite assessments and wind maps were one of the first activities undertaken. Based on these national studies, the US DOE identified Western NC in 1976 as one of 17 candidate sites in the US with promising wind energy potential. Following this selection a wind measure­ ment study was conducted by NASA and the Battelle - Pa­ cific Northwest Laboratory on Howard's Knob in Boone. Average annual wind speeds of 8 m/s @45.7 meters were measured, which was among the best of the 17 sites. Based on the excellent data collected on Howard's Knob, and local interest and support, the site -nr. was selected as a test site for NASA's new large windmill, the Mod-1. Construction be­ gan in 1979 and the windmill was tested until 1983 when -r the project ended. The final report for the DOE indicated impressed with some of the the project was a success. data I collected on high moun­ Power output versus wind tain ridges and occasionally speed equaled or exceeded de­ had the opportunity to share sign estimates and electrical this research with others in energy was generated within regional and state conferenc­ utility standards in a stable es. Wind technology was also and well-controlled manner steadily improving and by the (Collins & Poor, 1982). These mid 90's was producing elec­ wind related activities were tricity at competitive prices in widely covered in the media the US and elsewhere in the throughout the state and re­ world. Larry Shirley, the direcgion. And the majority of local See Scanlin, page 5 Heart Breakfast set for Saturday The annual Heart Breakfast is planned for this Saturday, Feb. 24, at Winner's Circle in Jef­ ferson. Breakfast will be served 7-10 a.m. for $7 a per­ son. Menu items include pancakes, sausage, eggs, bacon, biscuits, gravy, fresh fruit, coffee, juice and milk. Everything is fresh, not frozen, with cook­ ing provided by the Winner's Circle staff and as­ sistance from Heart Association volunteers. Tips will be divided among the Winner's Circle staff. Special thanks to Lowe's Foods for providing all the fruit and to Ingles for syrup, milk and AGAINST (This statement was re­ leased by the newly formed Friends of Ashe County last week.) A group of concerned Ashe County residents have formed an organization bear­ ing the name "Friends of Ashe County." The focus of the organization is to protect y the mountain ridges in Ashe County and encourage local and state governing bodies to uphold and strengthen the 1983 Mountain Ridge Protec­ tion Act (commonly known as the Ridge Law) and to oth­ erwise take all appropriate actions to protect our moun­ tain ridges from unreason­ ably harmful intrusions. The "Ridge Law," as it is currently interpreted, will not allow orange juice. Volunteers will also provide blood pressure checks. The annual breakfast is a great way to cel­ ebrate Heart Month and contribute to a cause with a lot of heart, plus give you the energy to get involved in the next annual event for the Heart Association, the Heart Auction. This annual auction is planned for Wednesday, March 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Family Cen­ tral in Jefferson. Bids and sales will be broadcast live all day on WKSK. Bidders can call in to place their bid and listen to keep up with the bidding. Items are being collected for the auction, and anyone wishing to donate can call and leave a See Friends, page 5 message with Jerry McMillan at 846-2821, Jeff Sheets at 246-5566, or Sandy Shatley at Carolina Printing at 846-7444. Auction volunteers will be on site the day before, March 6, for items to be dropped off and the day after, March 8, between 9 and 11:30 a.m. for winners to pick up their items. There will be a-variety of baked goods for sale during the auction, and folks may also call in do­ nations or memorials in honor of loved ones. All proceeds from these activities go to the American Heart Association through the Ashe County chapter. Come out and support these ef­ forts to raise money to fight heart disease. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Doris Testerman Winston Salem April 30,1921 February 10, 2007 Doris Testerman, age 85, of Winston Salem, NC, died Saturday, February 10, 2007 at Forsyth Memorial Hos­ pital. Mrs. Testerman was born April 30, 1921 in Ashe County, NC to the late Arthur and Winnie Blevins Porter. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Blaine Louis Testerman, and a son, Louis Edward Testerman. Mrs. Testerman was a very active member -of Mount Carmel United Methodist Church in Winston Salem. She received a United Methodist Women's award, was a member of the senior citizens group and Sunday school. Graveside services were held Wednesday, February 14, 2007 at Ashelawn Memo­ rial Gardens in Jefferson, NC. Reverend Tommy McClure of­ ficiated. The family received friends from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. on Wednesday prior to the graveside service. Flowers will be appreciated or memo­ Earl Ray Severt Jefferson June 6, 1937 February 11, 2007 Earl Ray Severt, age 69 of Jefferson, NC, died Sun­ day, February 11, 2007 at his home. Mr. Severt was born June 6, 1937 in Ashe County to the late Thurman and Sal­ ly Miller Severt. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, February 13,2007 at the Badger Funer­ al Home Chapel. Rev. Kirby McNeill and Rev. Dean Shaw officiated. Burial followed in the Severt Cemetery. The family received friends from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers me­ morials may be made to the family: c/o Badger Funeral Home, PO Box 139, West Jefferson, Gladys May Neal Jefferson October 3,1905 February 13, 2007 Gladys May Neal, age 101 of Jefferson, NC, died Tues­ day, February 13, 2007 at the Margate Health and Re­ hab. Center. Mrs. Neal was born October 3, 1905 in Ashe County to the late Benjamin and Ellen Gambill May. She was also preceded in death by her husband, John Neal. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Friday, Febru­ ary 16, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Billy Robinson officiated. Burial followed in the Jef­ rials may be made to Mount Carmel United Methodist Church Building Fund, 4265 Ebert Road, Winston Salem, NC 27127. Mrs. Testerman is sur­ vived by one daughter, An­ nie Snyder and husband Donald of Winston Salem, N.C.; one brother, Wilferd Porter of Jefferson, N.C.; one daughter-in-law, Polly Testerman of Jefferson, N.C.; three grandchildren: Scott Testerman and special friend Shir­ ley of Jefferson, N.C., Robert Testerman and wife Carol of Comfort, N.C., and Cameron Blaine Snyder and wife Julie of Winston Salem, N.C.; four great grandchildren, Brittany Testerman of Jefferson, N.C. Robert (T.J.) Testerman, Jr. of Comfort, N.C., Jonah Blaine Snyder, and Caden Paul Sny­ der, both of Winston Salem, N.C. Also surviving are sev­ eral nieces and nephews. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website at www.ashelawn. com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. NC 28694. Mr. Severt is survived by his wife, Mary Jo Dishman Severt; three sons, David, Billy and Cheyenne Severt all of Jefferson, N.C.; three daughters, Linda Roten and Ginger Escobedo both of Jef­ ferson and Debbie Miller of West Jefferson, N.C.; two sis­ ters, Ruth Lyalls and Blanche Severt both of Jefferson, N.C., six brothers, Arvil, Bryant and Leonard all of Jefferson, N.C. and James, Odell and Wayne all of Wilkesboro, N.C.; 14 grandchildren, 5 great­ grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. ferson Cemetery. The family received friends from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers memorials^ may be made to: High Coun­ try Healthcare System Hos­ pice, PO Box 421, Jefferson, NC 28640. Mrs. Neal is survived by her son, Jack Neal of Jeffer­ son, N.C.; 2 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. ^ J o-t-Civte- evt \ Marie Pierce Scott West Jefferson May 17, 1924 February 13, 2007 Marie Pierce Scott, age 82 of West Jefferson, N.C., died Tuesday, February 13, 2007 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in WinstonSalem. Mrs. Scott was born May 17, 1924 in Ashe County to the late Joseph and Mary Neaves Pierce. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by two sis­ ters; Josephine Trumble and Virginia Dare Baker and a special nephew, Joseph Wes­ ley Young. Mrs. Scott retired from Ashe County School System - Special Education Group. She was a member of the West Jefferson United Methodist Church where she was active in the United Methodist Women and the church choir. She served on the West Jefferson Planning Board since 1978. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m., Friday, February 16,2007 at the West Jefferson United Methodist Church in Hensley Hall. Rev. Kirk Mc­ Neill and Rev. Ben Shepherd officiated. Burial followed in the West Jefferson Cemetery. Jerry Ray Johnson Jefferson July 8,1943 February 13, 2007 Jerry Ray Johnson, age 63, of Jefferson, N.C. died, Monday, February 13,2007 at Forsyth Medical Center. Mr. Johnson was born July 8,1943 in Ashe County to the late Clifford and Ella Mae Mullis Johnson. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by a brother, Richard Johnson. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Febru­ ary 17, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, Rev. Lloyd Day and Rev. Jim Greer will officiate. Burial followed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family received friends from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., Friday, February 16th at Badger Fu­ Albert Ray Barker Millers Creek July 21,1947 February 11, 2007 i Mr. Albert Ray Barker, age 59, of Millers Creek, the Wilbar Community, died Sunday night, February 11 at his resi­ dence. Funeral services was held on Saturday, February 17 at noon at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Viers officiating. Burial followed in the Howell Hill Cemetery The family received friends from 11 a.m. til noon on Sat­ urday, February 17 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Barker was born in Ashe County on July 21,1947 to the late Albert William Barker and the late Velma Bernice Barker. He was a The family received friends from 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. prior to the service in the West Jefferson United Method­ ist Church gathering hall. Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to the West Jefferson United Methodist Church Building Fund, PO Box 826, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694 or the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home; 101 Hospice Lane, Winston Salem, NC 27103. Mrs. Scott is survived by her husband, Tom Scott; three daughters, Mary Church and husband David of Kernersville, N.C., Tommie Kay Koontz and husband Jack of Charlotte, N.C. and Nancy LaPrad and husband Jerry of Winston-Salem, N.C.; four grandchildren, Monica Neaves, Kenny Church, Tra­ vis LaPrad, Christopher and Cameron Koontz; four great­ grandchildren, Tyler and Karsyn Church, Lauren and Sydney Neaves; and a Special niece, Aliene Young. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. neral Home. Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Sharon Sheets John­ son; two daughters, Jennifer Barlow & Jody Long both of Lexington, N.C. four step­ daughters, Lisa Dishman of Jefferson, N.C., Angie Wyatt of Millers, Creek, N.C., Tere­ sa Hamm of Hayes, N.C. and Patricia Carson of North Wil­ kesboro, N.C.; one step-son: Mitchell Carson of Crumpler, N.C.; brother, Jeff Johnson of West Jefferson, N.C. sister: Betty Hartley of North Wil­ kesboro, N.C.; 8 grandchil­ dren, 1 great-grandchild You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. fork-lift operator. He is survived by one son, Alle^i Barker of North Wil­ kesboro; tWo brothers, Dex­ ter Barker of Staggs Creek and Gairl Barker of Creston; six sisters, Sarah Barker of Wilkesboro, Maxine Brown of Crumpler, Kathy Jenkins of Jefferson, Bobby Harmon of High Point, Mary Young of Grassy Creek and Betty Greer of Warrensville. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Blake, Brittnee, Ashley and Austin Barker. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home, Inc., of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Harry Raymond Weaver, Jr. Whitetop Va. November 29,1937 February 15, 2007 Harry Raymond "Bud" Weaver, Jr., 69, of Whitetop Va., passed away Thursday, February 15, 2007 at his home. He was born November 29, 1937 at Whitetop Va. To Har­ ry and Fay Church Weaver. Surviving are two daugh­ ters, Shannon Weaver, of Whitetop, Va. and Janie Greer of Lansing, N.C.; one sister, Louise Farmer of Abingdon, Va.; one granddaughter, Chetola Greer of Lansing, N.C. One nephew and spouse, a great niece and a great nephew also survive. Funeral service was con­ ducted Sunday, February 18, 2007 at 11 a.m. in Whitetop Baptist Church, Whitetop, Va. with interment in Weaver Cemetery. Rev. David Lyalls and Rev. T. A. Pennington of­ ficiating. The family received friends Saturday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the church. Masonic rites were conducted at 8 p.m. by the Mouth of Wilson Masonic Lodge 223 A.F. & A.M. Flowers appreciated or memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Outreach Foundation, 206 Abingdon Place, Abingdon, Va. 24211. Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, Independence, Va. is in charge of arrangements. Louise Phillips Phillips by her beloved husband of 68 years Thedford William Phil­ lips better known as Ted. West Jefferson Mrs. Phillips is survived by March 28, 1913 a son, Ralph Edward Phillips February 16, 2007 Mrs. Louise Phillips Phil­ and his wife, Charlene Da­ lips, age 93, of West Jeffer­ vis Phillips and a daughter, son, died Friday, February 16, Christine Phillips Goodman, 2007 at Segraves Care Center wife of the late Donald Mangum Goodman; all of West in Jefferson. Funeral services were held Jefferson. Also surviving are on Sunday, February 18, 2007 four grandchildren, Brian Ed­ at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Fu­ ward Phillips, Michelle Phil­ neral Home Chapel with Dr., lips Reavis, Donna Goodman Calvin Miller and Rev. Steve Grubb and Sherry E. Good­ LeaShomb officiating. Burial man, all of West Jefferson; great-grandchildren followed in the Burkett Me­ eight morial Cemetery on Mt. Jef­ and two great, great-grand­ children also survive. ferson Road. Memorials may be made to The family received friends from 1p.m. - 2 p.m. on Sunday, the Burkett Memorial Cem­ etery Fund, c/o Ralph Phil­ prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Phillips was born lips, 2477 Mt. Jefferson Road, in Ashe County on Friday, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may give the family March 28, 1913 to the late Warwick Vance Phillips and your condolences at our web­ Lizzie Mae Burkett Phillips. site www.boonefuneralhome. She was a member of First com. Boone Family Funeral Baptist Church in West Jef­ Home of West Jefferson is ferson, a dedicated homemakin charge of these arrange­ er, wife and mother. She was preceded in death ments. Reba H. Miller Wilmington, Delaware Died February 11, 2007 Reba H.Miller, 91, ofWilmington, DE passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2007. She was the wife of the late Willard M. Miller who passed away in 1992 and with whom she shared 52 years of mar­ riage. Born in Anawalt, WV, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Leona Roark. She was a member of Ap­ ple Grove Baptist Church in Lansing, N.C. Reba was a homemaker. She was well loved and will be sadly missed by all. Survivors include three sons, Charles W. Miller and his wife, Barbara of Toughkenamon, Pa., Donald V. Miller and his wife, Brenda of Wilmington, Del., William R. Miller and his wife, Mar­ garet of Statesville, N.C.; four daughters, Norma Sue Denny of Parkesburg, Pa., Judith M. Blevins of Toughkenamon, Pa., Nancy K. Edwards and her husband, Doug of West Jefferson, N.C., Wanda G. Mahaffey and her husband, Gary of Lansing, N.C., one brother, Bill Roark of Winchester, Va.; one sister, Ruby Tyree of Anawalt, W.V.; 20 grandchil­ dren; 36 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild. She was predeceased by one son, Larry D. Miller. Friends were invited to visit with the family from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 15, at Cleveland & Grieco Funeral Home, 221223 Pennsylvania Avenue, Avondale, Pa. (610-268-2166). The funeral service was at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 17, 2007 at Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel, Jefferson, N.C. Friends called from 1 p.m. 2 p.m. Interment will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gar­ dens. Memorial contributions may be made to Jennersville Regional Hospice, 121 Bell Tower Lane, Oxford, PA 19363. Online condolences may be made by visiting www. ashelawn.com or www.griecofuneralhomes.com. First and only treatment now available for mild-to-moderate Parkinson's Disease dementia For the first time, people suffering from mild-to-moderate Parkinson's disease dementia have a treatment option. According to the National Parkinson Foundation (NPF), Parkinson's disease (PD) af­ fects 1.5 million Americans. While the disease is best known for causing people to have shaky, stiff or slow movement, a large number of Parkinson's patients will go on to develop problems with memory and thinking as the disease progresses. Fortunately, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Exelon® (rivastigmine tartrate) for the treatment of mild-tomoderate Parkinson's disease dementia (PDD), making it the first and only medication available for the treatment of this condition. Exelon is also approved for the treatment of mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. PDD can have a devastat­ ing impact on patients and families and can affect ap­ proximately 40 percent of PD patients. In addition, the risk for developing dementia among PD patients is ap­ proximately four to six times higher than among elderly people without the disease. The primary symptoms of PDD include memory impair­ ment and psychiatric symp­ toms such as depression, hallucinations, anxiety and apathy. The NPF also reports that dementia is one of the complications most feared by PD patients and their care­ givers. "Until now we have had no approved therapies for the treatment of Parkinson's disease dementia. Now they have a medication which can help them with the kind of everyday memory challenges they're facing," said Jeffrey Cummings, MD, Professor of Neurology at the University of California, Los Angeles. Exelon® (rivastigmine tartrate) is indicated for the treatment of mild to moder­ ate dementia of the Alzheim­ er's type. Exelon® (rivastigmine tartrate) is indicated for the treatment of mild to moder­ ate dementia associated with Parkinson's disease. The dementia of Parkin­ son's disease is purportedly characterized by impairments in executive function, memo­ ry retrieval, and attention, in patients with an established diagnosis of Parkinson's dis­ ease. The diagnosis of the de­ mentia of Parkinson's disease, however, can reliably be made in patients in whom a pro­ gressive dementia syndrome occurs (without the necessity to document the specific defi­ cits described above) at least 2 years after a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease has been made, and in whom other causes of dementia have been ruled out. Important safety information Exelon has been associat­ ed with significant gastroin­ testinal adverse reactions, in­ cluding nausea and vomiting (47% and 31%), anorexia, and weight loss. If therapy is in­ terrupted for longer than sev­ eral days, treatment should be reinitiated with the lowest daily dose in order to reduce the possibility of severe vom­ iting and its potentially seri­ ous sequelae. In controlled clinical trials for Alzheimer's disease, the most common adverse events were nausea, vomiting, an­ orexia, dyspepsia and asthe­ nia. Weight loss (7% of base­ line weight) associated with Exelon occurred more com­ monly among women (26%) versus men (18%) receiving high doses (>9 mg/day) in clinical trials. In controlled clinical trials for Parkinson's disease dementia, Exelon has WANT TOTIMBER BUY LOGS, STANDING been observed to increase the incidence or intensity of tremor. Due to increased cholin­ ergic activity, cholinesterase inhibitors may be expected to e increase gastric acid secretion and/or have vagotonic effects on heart rate. Therefore, Ex­ elon should be used with cau­ tion in patients with peptic ulcers, gastrointestinal bleed­ ing, "sick sinus syndrome" or other supraventricular cardi­ ac conduction conditions, and in those who use NSAIDS. (Please see important warn­ ings in complete prescribing information.) For more information about Exelon, please visit www.Exelon.com. Grading c 0RTIMBERLAND All 'iypes of Grading MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Koad Building Septic Systems- Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & Insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman Office* (828)963-4069 Cell* (828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-8610 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS "Down by the Riverside" opens February 21 at Ashe Arts Center Scott Brothers receive award Chad Scott, at left, and his brother Randall Scott accept awards for their business. Scott Bros, heating and air conditioning has been in busi­ ness since 1991. Wanting to provide Ashe and surround­ ing counties with the best, they have continued to strive for that goal. After taking on the Trane brand in 2005 they have continued to increase their level of service and products to provide the best in the business, just last year the Bros, earned the XL/XV sales award for 2005, which is an award given to the dealer who strives to provide the best equipment in the busi­ ness with the highest quality. Just one year later they came to Savannah Georgia for the 2007 Trane Dealer Preview Meeting, where they claimed the Top Gun award as well as the XL/XV award for the 2nd time, an accomplishment rarely if ever achieved two years consecutive. Along with providing the public with the best in the business they have also taken on the task on being the only Trane Com­ fort Specialist dealer in the county, making them among the elite of all Trane dealers in the business. jringThaw" by Raney Rogers 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Arts Center on Thursday, Febru­ ary 22. The exhibiting art­ ists include: Catherine Altice, Joan Bell, Doug Butler, Con­ nie Crawford, Earl C. Davis, Elaine Dowdell, Mary Fore­ man, Robbie Franklin, Molly Gambill, Stacy Martin, Judy Mitchell, Doug Munroe, Mary Overton, John Painter, Allmuth Perzel, Ed Perzel, Scot Pope, Raney Rogers, Cher Shaffer, Lyn Soeder, LaMae Strange, Carl Trainum, Ja­ net Warner, Loretta Weaver, Jack Young. The exhibit runs through April 14 and will fea­ ture displays and educational materials from the National Committee for the New River. For more information please call the Arts Council at 336846-ARTS. using GPS units to find hid­ den items located at interest­ ing historical sites in Raleigh. The teams from the repre­ sented schools engaged in the activities with a collabora­ tive rather than competitive spirit, supporting and encour­ aging each other during the day of well planned activities and video taped forum. Later the Friday Institute video production team will edit the video and produce a com­ pleted on-line video for the purpose of informing educa­ tors, government officials, and Ott rothers The second exhibit of 2007 in the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center will feature the beauty, mystery and history of the New River. Down by the Riverside opening February 21 will in­ clude paintings, prints, draw­ ings and photography depict­ ing favorite scenes along the New River. Join the artists for the opening reception from business groups about what middle school grades need to be engaged and successful in school. At the end of the day each team presented a PowerPoint program highlighting their learning adventure with historical sites in Raleigh. Chelsea, Cody, and Alicia con­ firmed the great reputation that Ashe County youth have across the state and reflected the excellence and relevance of teaching effectiveness at Ashe County Middle School in technology awareness and innovation. It is anticipated that this experience will gen­ erate further collaborative projects between North Car­ olina State University and Ashe County schools. Recent studies indicate that career paths are often determined by youth during their middle school years, an indicator that motivates youth development advocates to consider the im­ portance of making the latest technology resources and in­ novations available to class­ room teachers and afterschool staff members. 4-H afterschool goes to Raleigh North Carolina Coopera­ tive Extension, Ashe County Center was excited that 4-H Bulldog Alert - SOS Afterschool students from Ashe County Middle School were selected by facilitators from The William and Ida Friday Institute of North Carolina State University to partici­ pate in a middle school youth forum comprised of three rep­ resentative students from four schools across the regions of North Carolina. Eighth grad­ ers: Chelsea Bracewell, Cody Darnell, and Alicia Osborne, accompanied by Dru Thomp­ son, 4-H Program Associate and Jennifer Miller, Exten­ sion Agent, 4-H, attended the North Carolina State Day event with expenses paid by the Friday Institute including overnight accommodations at the Brownstone Hotel near the University. The students and chaperones were treated to a tour of the Friday Insti­ tute, noted for being the most high-tech building at North Carolina State, according to Senior Research Fellow of the Institute, Dr. Hiller Spires, who also organized the event. In addition to a hands on tour of the facility, the youth from the four teams spent the morning in a video recording of their impres­ sions about technologies they thought would be interesting and useful for learning in the 21st century classroom. Dur­ ing lunch of pizza and salad, information was shared with the participants by Friday In­ stitute staff about programs and activities available for college students at North Carolina State University. After lunch youth divided up into teams to go "geocaching", a high-tech scavenger hunt Realize the value of co-op membership! Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation, a Touchstone Energy® cooperative, wants to remind you to use your Co-op Connections® card. The Co-op Connections program helps you obtain discounts on products and services from participating businesses across northwest North Carolina and nationally at more than 7,000 businesses. PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES Watch for new business listings in The Enlightener. You can also check www.BlueRidgeEMC.com or www.TouchstoneEnergy.com for the most up-to-date listing available. This week featuring... RETAIL Christmas Tree Association meeting changes location Ashe County Christmas Tree /^sociation has changed the location for today's (Feb. 20) winter meeting. The event will be held at Greenfield Restaurant in West Jefferson beginning at 5:30 p.m. (The former location was Family Central in Jefferson.) Topics to be covered in­ clude: _ • Dr. Jill Sidebottom on Cinara Aphids and Elongate Hemlock Scale • Jeff Owen on Publix Su­ per Market Tree Care Video • Bryan Davis on Nitrogen .from Clover • News from the North Carolina and National Christ­ mas Tree Associations. The evening meal is being sponsored by UAP Carolinas and Boone Kabota. Officer elections and a live auction for space to advertise your farm will be held. Space will be provided to the highest bid­ der for one year. A one hour pesticide credit will be avail­ able in categories GLONDX. If you plan to attend, call the Cooperative Extension Service in Ashe County at 219-2650 prior to the meet­ ing. Participants will also dis­ cuss annual membership requirements and Choose-NCut activities. Growers are also invited to a Grafting Fraser Fir Work­ shop planned for Tuesday, Feb. 27, at 5 p.m. at Upper Mountain Research Station in Laurel Springs. Dr. John Frampton, Christmas Tree Geneticist, from NCSU, will be the guest speaker. Bring your grafting knife and several rootstock plants size 3-1 or 3-2's. This will be a hands-on program. A meal is provided. Please R.S.V.P. for the meal count by Feb. 23 by calling the Extension office at 2192650. For more information about these events, go to the association's website at www. ashecountychristmastrees. com. Abigail's Gifts, Lenoir 828-754-2750 Let us pay your sales tax on your purchase! (Savings equal current sales tax rate in effect.) 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H & R Block, 828-264-2341 Boone and Jefferson Receive 5% discount on all tax preparation in the Boone and Jefferson, NC offices Harrisburg Trade and Loan, 828-758-1420 Lenoir—10% off any purchase High Country Signs, Boone 828-264-0086 5% discount on sandblasted cedar house number signs 828-759-1601 Hogwaller Outfitters, Lenoir Spend $25 and get one item of equal or lesser value at 1/2 price Jo-Lynn Enterprises, Inc., 800-922-2109 Vilas—(cleaning and restoration) 10% off all serv ices (excluding fire/water damage) Kelly's Plumbing Repairs 828-754-8190 & Drain Service, Lenoir 10% discount on all labor Membership matters �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Goodbye, Mr. Black In the end, it was the complete faith of Jim Black in the power of the Democratic establishment in Raleigh that proved his undoing. Now, the only question remains is how far he will fall. Black, once one of the three most powerful peo­ ple in North Carolina (Gov. Mike Easley and Sen. Marc Basnight are the others), believed that the fortress formed by the Raleigh beltline and a century of nearly one-party rule would allow him to do pretty much as he pleased. His attitude was similar to another crooked politician of the 19th cen­ tury, William Marcy "Boss" Tweed, who once challenged his critics by saying: "What are you going to do about it?" Tweed, caught after fleeing the country, ended his days behind bars. Behind bars is exactly where Jim Black belongs today. Instead, after plead­ ing guilty to a felony, he was allowed to walk out of the courtroom on an unse­ cured bond. After much debate, he was required to surrender his passport— but with the promise that it would be returned to him for a planned vacation to the Bahamas. Behind bars? That might come at his sentencing, when that happens on May 24. Now if an ordinary citi­ zen had entered that court and pled guilty to a felony, he or she would have been led away to jail immediate­ ly. Sentencing would have happened in a matter of a few days, and jail time would have been served at once. And as for the pass­ port—we were under the impression that convicted felons lost their citizenship rights. Why would a noncitizen have a U.S. pass­ port? The plain truth—which many do not welcome—is that the slimy tentacles of the old-line Raleigh Democratic establishment that nurtured and long shielded this influence-ped­ dling criminal reached right into the courtroom to help him one more time. They may be strong enough to keep him from behind bars. One of the greatest chal­ lenges our two new legisla­ tors face is to retain their present high character and morals in the cesspool that is Raleigh. We believe both gentlemen have that kind of character and integrity, and will, we trust, work to help restore honest, open government in our state. As for the former speak­ er of the House: Goodbye, Mr. Black. You will not be missed. (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jcffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2007 Windmills... To the Editor: Attached is a letter I mailed today to Represen­ tative Tarleton and Sena­ tor Goss concerning North Carolina's Ridge Law and the proposed wind farm in Ashe County. Dear Representative Tarleton and Senator Goss: I am a property owner in Ashe County and am alarmed at the prospect of the North Carolina Utilities Commis­ sion approving a petition to establish a commercial wind farm in Ashe County. It is the view of the Commission's Public Staff that the erection of wind turbines 300 feet tall on the ridges of Ashe County would violate North Caroli­ na's Ridge Law. North Caro­ lina's Attorney General has expressed similar views in connection with another proj­ ect. Proponents of the Ashe County wind farm disagree with these views and argue that the exception for "wind­ mills" contained in the law al­ lows the erection of such wind turbines. It is certain that this issue will be litigated if the law remains as presently written. I would like to request that you introduce legisla­ tion in the North Carolina House of Representatives and the North Carolina Sen­ ate amending the Ridge Law to make it clear that wind turbines are prohibited. All that would be necessary is to amend G.S. 113A-206 3(b) by deleting the period at the end of the subsection and by sub­ stituting in lieu thereof the following: "provided, the term 'windmills' does not include wind turbines or similar de­ vices designed for the com­ mercial generation of electric power." The legislation could be made effective as of the date of its introduction into the legislature. Since no Cer­ tificate of Public Convenience and Necessity would have been issued to the petitioner, the petitioner would not have acquired any vested right, which would be infringed by the legislation. This approach would pre­ serve the natural beauty of Ashe County's mountains, prevent the ravaging of it's landscape and avoid years of litigation. Thank you for your consid­ eration of this request. Lawrence U. McGee MEET JANEQ. PUBLIC SHE EARNED everything SHE CWNED. CUE WORKED HARDIN SCHOOL. SHE WAS SELFLESS AND KIND. Letters to the Editor • ...windmills... Member: N.C. Press Association PAGE 4 To the Editor: (This letter was sent to N.C. Attorney General Roy Coo­ per.) Dear Attorney General Coo­ per: My wife and I urge you to stand by your interpretation of North Carolina's Mountain Ridge Protection Act as stated in your letter of February 4, 2002 to Ms. Anita Rose of the Tennessee Valley Authority. We also urge you to official­ ly make that interpretation your position as Intervener in Northwest Wind's application to locate a utility scale wind turbine generating facility in Ashe County. My wife and I first visited the High Country of North Carolina in 1996. As you can see from our present address, we now live in Ashe County on the banks of Big Helton Creek. We purchased our land from the DeBoard family in 2004. The DeBoard family had not farmed the land since the early 60's when Kirk DeBoard died. We have cleared a portion of the overgrown land for pasture. We have reclaimed the bottom lands and put them back into the production of organic vegeta­ bles. We have restored the old DeBoard farmhouse, includ­ ing the installation of indoor plumbing. We took down the posted signs that kept a half of mile of Big Helton Creek off limits for many years. We have built two very nice cab­ ins that we rent to vacation­ ers. In short, my wife and I have invested our time, energy and money in Ashe County, North Carolina. And we have done so in a manner that all of our neighbors here on Big Helton Creek applaud. We are good stewards of this land, and as our neighbor and life long resident of Ashe County, Leroy Blevins, told us, we "have a vision for this land." We made our decision to buy land in Ashe or Watauga counties in 2004. One of the First things that we saw, and every other visitor to Ashe and Watauga sees, was the condominium atop Sugar Mountain. I still recall the first words out of my mouth when I came around a curve and saw it: "Why did they build a prison on top of that beautiful mountain?" Our real estate agent later ex­ plained that it was not a pris­ on, but a condominium, and that as a result of that condo, North Carolina had enacted the Mountain Ridge Protec­ tion Act to ensure that such an eyesore would never again be built on top of a mountain in North Carolina. My wife and I would never have purchased land here if we thought that these beauti­ ful mountain tops and ridges could be ruined by further construction of large commer­ cial structures of any nature. We relied on the Mountain Ridge Protection Act to pro­ tect our investment in North Carolina. I can assure you that the several thousand people who have built second and vacation homes here in Ashe County did so as well. The turbine facility pro­ posed by Northwest Wind for Ashe County calls for almost double the number of wind turbines than did the Stone Mountain, Tennessee project. Additionally, the information from Vestas, the supplier of turbines for the proposed project, indicates that the turbines for this project will be up to 459 feet tall. Thus this project calls for twice the number of turbine tow­ ers, and they will be 150 feet taller than the ones proposed for Stone Mountain. Your interpretation of the Mountain Ridge Protection Act is thorough, well rea­ soned and correct. A wind turbine generating facility is not a transmission facility. As you stated, generation and transmission of electricity are two separate and distinct functions. These giant turbines are not windmills. A windmill takes wind energy and con­ verts it to mechanical energy to grind grain, pump water and saw timber. There are small scale windmills that power a turbine to provide electricity to a house or barn. These windmills are less than 100 feet tall, and are not usu­ ally located on top of a moun­ tain or a ridge. The proposed project for Ashe County must be viewed as one construction contain­ ing up to 28 towers and cov­ ering well over 100 acres. By any stretch of the imagi­ nation, this project will be a huge industrial generat­ ing facility that will occupy many acres and will be four times taller than the condos on Sugar Mountain. To say that the Mountain Ridge Protection Act prohibits the construction of a four story condo (approximately 40 feet tall), but allows the construc­ tion of an industrial complex SHE PLAYED BY THE RULES. SHE QUIETLY MADE THE WORLD A BETTER PUCE. that is many times larger and four times as tall renders the Mountain Ridge Protection Act useless. Again, we urge you to stand by your interpretation of the Mountain Ridge Protection Act and state your position forcefully in the proceedings before the Utility Commis­ sion. With kind regards, we are Joseph R. Martin & Sally J. Thiel Grassy Creek ...and more... To the Editor: In a recent edition of the Winston-Salem Journal, there is an article address­ ing the proposed wind farm in Ashe County. Until read­ ing this article, I like many other folks off the mountain was unaware of the imminent threat posed by wind farming. Sure, it had been discussed some, but I did not know that anyone had actually applied for a permit. A couple of recent Public Opinion segment submissions are worth mentioning. First let me commend Tonya Bottomley for her well-written and thoughtfully-composed piece. Although I disagree with her stance on the validity of concerns over global warm­ ing, her points regarding wind energy are well taken. It was especially meaningful to me that she mentioned wild bird concerns, as many migrant songbird species that would be threatened by wind tur­ bines are already confronted with various obstacles to sur­ vival. Another interesting letter was that submitted by Jeff and Rose Martin. It is some­ what astonishing to me that some of the loudest voices of opposition to the presence of wind turbines will be those of folks that own retirement or summer homes in the area. I say this because many such folks have placed their scar on the natural beauty of the county without any thought or reservation. They erect a half-million dollar home on a ridgeline that is just as un­ sightly as any wind turbine. If they would sensibly tuck it away under the trees without clearing the surrounding 100 acres or so, it wouldn't be so bad. They'd also spend less energy running the air condi­ tioner during the two weeks of the summer that they oc­ cupy their second home. Returning to the matter at hand, wind energy develop­ ment is not in the best inter­ est of the long-term future of Ashe County. It appears that the best prospect for longterm economic and environ­ mental prosperity for the area lies in recreational and tourism interests. Such inter­ ests would be dealt a blow by wind farming and all the as­ sociated infrastructure. The county takes in much more revenue from activities asso­ ciated with natural resource use than it would from indus­ trial uses such as wind-farm­ ing. Sure, a handful of people with local political clout may stand to lose an opportunity, but many more would benefit from a decision that would consider the best interest of the county for the long-term. Lastly, the Martin letter made mention of the fact that some in support of wind en­ ergy development had made the assertion that those of PEOPLE LIKE JANE DON'T MAKE "THE NEWE. us who do not support it are somehow unpatriotic. I would venture to guess that whoev­ er made such a statement is with the same group of blind fools that stubbornly continue to support the Bush Adminis­ tration's strategy in Iraq. Like anyone else, I agree that cutting our country's de­ pendence on foreign oil would be a wonderful thing. I can't think of a better way to start than for the Bush Administration to mandate higher fuel efficiency stan­ dards for automobiles in this country, in addition to further investment in solar technolo­ gies and certain biofuels. As for wind farms, they're the biggest scam since "weap­ ons of mass destruction" and might in fact be one in their own right. Don't buy it Ashe County! Eric Harrold Wilkes County Freedom To the Editor: February 23 is the 200th anniversary of the British Parliament's vote to abolish the transatlantic slave trade. It is also the release date of a film (Amazing Grace) about the man who led the British Abolition movement, Wil­ liam Wilberforce. While the film does not have much to do with abolition in the United States, Wilberforce certainly did. Abolitionism had widely diffused origins and its ad­ vocates lived on both sides of the Atlantic. The movement's leaders wrote and visited, fi­ nanced and supported each other from the late 1780s through the 1850s. In the United States, major figures including Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglass, and William Wells Brown pub­ licly praised Wilberforce and were moved by his example. In 1815, one African Ameri­ can minister called him "the immortal Wilberforce," and upon his death in 1833, the principal of a school for free black children in New York City wrote a sixteen-page eu­ logy as a tribute to the Brit­ ish leader. The abolition movement was always far more than one man's story. It begins and ends with the millions of black people who endured, resisted, rebelled, and ultimately over­ came. But Wilberforce's is a story that inspires us with a sense of the difference one person can make, and then what can happen when thou­ sands or millions make a sim­ ilar commitment and rally to a worthy idea whose time is at hand. James G. Basker President, Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. Letters must be signed with an address and phone num­ ber for verification purposes. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @ jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Friends Local author to sign Saturday continued from front page ture would be needed, or how much of the additional finan­ cial burden from these pro­ posed actions and from ongo­ ing operational costs would ultimately be passed on to the taxpayers and electric power customers. "I understand that ap­ proximately eleven potential industrial wind power sites have been considered for var­ ious parts of our County and that huge power line ease­ ments would be necessary to transport the electricity generated. Condemnation by BREMCO and the costs as- sociated with that, legal and otherwise, need to be fully and carefully considered and calculated. I would expect the cost of our Electric Coop would be tremendous, all of which would translate into higher power bills for all of us. "As troubling as anything about this proposed project is that no credible information has been offered by any elec­ tric power company directly or indirectly serving our County to demonstrate how electricity from a source as unpredictable and erratic as wind could meaningfully con­ tribute to our overall energy needs. Given the documented inefficiencies involved in wind power from similar projects in other states, our group se­ riously questions the wisdom of exposing our rich heritage of natural mountain beauty and wildlife to destruction for what appears to be a highly questionable and uncertain amount of benefit." For more information please contact Maria Whaley at 977-8301 or email Friends of Ashe County at friendsofashecounty@yahoo.com. Scanlin continued from front page tor of North Carolina's State Energy Office, contacted me in the fall of 2001 and asked me if I would write a proposal for a NC wind assessment study, which would be submitted to the DOE. The proposal was titled: The Feasibility of Wind Energy in the NC Mountains. That grant funded the North Carolina state wind map that confirmed the presence of outstanding wind resources throughout western NC and also documented the feasi­ bility of producing electric­ ity with modern wind energy technology. Using this map data we identified 770,000 acres of land in the 24 west­ ern NC counties with class 2 or higher resources, which are generally considered ad­ equate for electricity produc­ tion. These windy lands are primarily located along close to 2,000 miles of ridgeline throughout the region. By combining county parcel map data with the wind data we were able to identify more than 50,000 property owners in western NC owning land with these wind resources. We also examined wind resources in each county and produced wind maps for each of the 24 counties. Based on our analy­ sis, Ashe County, the site of the proposed project, has the 4th greatest number of windy acres of land and the 2nd greatest number of privately owned utility scale acres of windy land in the 24 western counties. Over the last 5 years we have received funding from the State Energy Office and the US DOE to start and op­ erate a program to loan wind measurement equipment to interested property owners, to organize and conduct numer­ ous meetings and educational programs on wind energy, and to establish a small wind re­ search & demonstration facil­ ity on Beech Mt. We have pro­ vided information to hundreds of interested NC citizens who have contacted us for informa­ tion and have investigated po­ tential impacts and barriers to wind energy development. We have presented our find­ ings at numerous conferences, public meetings and in arti­ cles and have also conducted wind resource assessment work for the TVA throughout the southeast. One of the potential barriers that surfaced early on in our work was the Moun­ tain Ridge Protection Act of 1983. I discussed this in sev­ eral meetings with individuals from NC interested in energy issues in 2001. We obtained copies of the bill and read it carefully. Since windmills were mentioned as an ex­ empted technology and since the law was written during the same time that the Mod-1 had been in Boone there was not too much concern about it; however, there was some ambiguity in the language of the bill and the word wind­ mills was not defined. So we tried to identify individuals that were involved in the bill to clarify things for us. I con­ tacted David Diamont who chaired thesubcommittee that developed the bill and Marga­ ret Hayden who introduced the House version of the bill. Both indicated to me in phone calls that the exemption for windmills was placed in the bill specifically to exempt wind energy producing tech­ nologies, including electricity producing wind turbines and the Mod-1 in particular. David Diamont has signed a state­ ment concerning this, which I have with me today.Two other individuals with knowledge of the ridge law have indicated that the exemption for wind­ mills was included specifically to exempt electricity produc­ ing windmills and the Mod-1 in particular. These two indi­ flagpoles, chimneys and cupo­ viduals were Tom Foxx, who las, etc that was taken from a is a member of the Watauga Raleigh zoning ordinance. We County Planning Board and a have tried to find this mention planner for Region D Planning of windmills by doing key word Board in 1983 and Bill Hol- searches on two occasions and man who I believe worked for while we have been able to a legislator in 1983 who was find the other exempted items involved in the Ridge Law's mentioned we have not been development and passage. able to find any mention of In the fall of 2001 the TVA windmills. proposed the possible con­ Based on my research on struction of a utility scale this issue I believe that clear­ wind farm in Johnson County, ly windmills were included as Tennessee which was very an exempted technology in close to the NC border in the Mountain Ridge Protec­ Watauga County. The NC tion Act because they were Attorney General, Roy Coo­ perceived to be'a potentially per, wrote a letter to the TVA viable way to address the oil indicating that he believed embargos our country had the project would violate the just suffered through, the rap­ ridge law and that the exemp­ idly rising energy prices and tion in the Ridge Law was in­ the increasing awareness of tended to exempt "traditional fossil fuel combustion related solitary farm windmills". I air and water pollution prob­ wrote to the Attorney Gen­ lems. Our nation was engaged eral several times requesting in a major search for alterna­ some clarification about what tive sources of energy in 1983. exactly a "traditional solitary Wind energy was perceived to farm windmill" was and also be a potentially viable altershared my research with his . native source of energy and office; however, I was never western NC had been identi­ able to schedule a meeting in fied as having excellent wind regards to this or receive any resources by the US DOE, clarification until last sum­ NASA and the Battelle North mer when I was working with West National Laboratories. Watauga County to adopt an In addition the world's largest ordinance which addressed wind turbine had been built wind energy. The ordinance and functioned successfully in came about because someone our mountains. I believe our in the county had inquired legislators wanted to exempt about the possibility of re­ wind energy producing devic­ ceiving a building permit to es that could potentially help construct a small 1 KW wind our nation and state produce turbine on a mountain ridge clean, inexpensive, sustain­ in Watauga County and was able electrical energy with lo­ told he could not receive a per­ cal resources. This basic con­ mit because of the Ridge law. clusion has been verified by So both I and the Director 4 knowledgeable individuals of Planning and Inspections who witnessed the bill's de­ checked with the AG's office velopment and adoption first and both were told that the hand. Alternative explana­ questions raised about the le­ tions have not been able to be gality of electricity producing verified. Thanks for this op­ windmills and about any size portunity. restrictions would be up to the interpretation of the local gov­ ernments. With this informa­ tion Watauga County moved ahead to develop and pass an ordinance, which provides a permitting process for wind­ mills on mountain ridges. Other investigations that I engaged in related to this issue included asking many 1. Nicole longtime residents of the re­ 2. Reese Witherspoon gion and members of the Ap­ palachian State University 3. Renee Zellweger Appalachian Studies program 4. Drew Barrymore if they knew of any traditional 5. Cameron Diaz solitary farm windmill be­ 6. Halle Berry ing installed on ridge tops in 7. Charlize Theron Western NC. I was unable to discover any examples. An­ 8. Angelina Jolie other explanation that I tried 9. Kirsten Dunst to follow up on is the assertion 10. Jennifer Aniston that the only reason that the word windmills was listed in Source: The Hollywood Reporter the ridge law as an exempted © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. technology was because it was World rights reserved. part of a list of items such as NARK NIZER Clint Johnson of Jefferson will sign his latest book, The Politically Incorrect Guide To The South, at Skyland Books in West Jefferson on Satur­ day, Feb. 24 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Johnson says his latest book looks at some of the myths about The South and some truths that are rarely discussed when trying to ste­ reotype the region, and cites these examples: •The South is more impor­ tant to America's founding than the North. Southerners wrote every important docu­ ment of freedom before and after the Articles of Confed- eration proved to be a failure. •The South is the center of American culture and history. We virtually invented Ameri­ can literature, rock and roll, jazz, blues and just about ev­ ery other American art form. •Limited government and low tax rates are a Southern Snow continued from front page The towns of Jefferson and West Jefferson handle snow removal through their main­ tenance staff and the Depart­ ment of Transportation cov­ ers federal, state and county roads. The Town of Lansing is tak­ ing bids for snow removal ser­ vice with bids accepted until Friday, March 2. Bidders are encouraged to contact town hall for specifications on bids, which includes insurance. For information, call town hall at 384-3938. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Lansing Board of Aldermen is Monday, March 12. Bid foi Snow Removal The Town of Lansing will receive sealed bids on snow removal. Bids will be received until 5pm, March 2, 2007. The bid should include type of equipment and hourly rate per piece of equipment, as well as access to any other equipment in case of large snowfall. Specifications are available at the Town Hall. Please submit sealed bids to the Lansing Town Hall, PO Box 266, Lansing, NC 28643. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen reserve the right to reject any or all bids. This is the Biggest and Best Sale Ever! ANNUAL CLEAR/AMCC SALE LAVINCf UP TO 75% OEE //yi/pff/i VIETRT iKKfSISTlblv iTflllflll Located in the Art & Jewelry District of West Jefferson at 111-B Jefferson Avenue • 336-846-6795 With our SelectSurf 1.5 bundle, you can send and receive information in a flash. It's faster and easier than phone while you shop online for your favorite treats. For tickets call 336.846-2787 or visit the Ashe Arts Center Adults: $8 Students: $5 All Seats J2£L Reserved FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 7:30 P.M. 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Skyline/SkyBest is not responsible for damages or losses of mailed Visa gift cards. �Tuesday - February 20 Varsity Girls Basketball Sectional Tournament HOME vs Ledford 7:00 p.m. Wednesday - February 21 Varsity Boys Basketball NCHSAA Sectional Semifinals at higher seeded team Varsity Baseball Scrimmage at Hibriten 4:00 p.m. Men's Tennis Scrimmage at East Wilkes 4:00 p.m. Thursday - February 22 Varsity Girls Basketball NCHSAA Sectional Semifinals @ Higher Seeded Team Saturday - February 24 Varsity Baseball Scrimmage at North Wilkes 11:00 a.m. This week in Husky sports Varsity Lady Huskies lose in semi-finals Women's All-Conference and Honorable Mention Varsity Tournament Champions- North Surry Varsity Conference Season Champions - North Surry Junior Varsity Champions- Ashe County Player of the Year - Whitley Culler (North Surry) Coach of the Year - Shane Slate (North Surry) All-Conference Players Hannah Allgood (Forbush) Shelly Barker (Ashe County) Kasey Bryant (Starmount) Whitley Culler (North Surry) Kelly Hudler (Ashe County) Kim McNeil (Ashe County) Abby Munn (Forbush) Emily Perkins (Surry Central) Merritt Rizoti (Wilkes Central) Candace Schellenberg (Forbush) Sarah Smith (North Wilkes) Mary-Katherine Taylor (Starmount) Andrea Thomas (North Surry) Alica Wallace (North Surry) Honorable Mention Players Taylor Doss (Starmount) Kelly Hicks (North Surry) Kassee Roberts (Ashe County) Blake Shumate (North Wilkes) Photo compliments of Karlton Yearick Shelly Barker soars above the Forbush defenders to score two points for the Huskies with this shot. Photo compliments of Karlton Yearick Kelly Hudler takes the ball up with her left hand during the MVAC Tournament game against Forbush. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Varsity Lady Huskies traveled to Wilkes Central High School on Thursday evening to attempt to advance to the championship game of the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference Tournament. The Lady Huskies would have had to defeat the Forbush Falcons to advance, and the Lady Huskies fell short by a final score of 58-48. The game opened up with both teams coming out . evenly matched in the first quarter. The Huskies were able to limit the Falcons to only eight points in the first quarter. Despite the Huskies excellent defense, the Huskies also had difficulty scoring. Throughout the eight-minute quarter, the Huskies were only able to claim ten points for themselves, and the teams headed into the second quarter with the Huskies in the lead, 10-8. The second quarter showed more life from teams when the teams combined to score a total of 31 points. The Huskies were able to claim 13 of these points, but the Falcons took the lead and claimed 18 points in the quarter. The Falcons edge in the second quarter allowed Forbush to claim a 26-23 lead at halftime. Both teams exited the halftime intermission fired up and battled back-and-forth for the entire third quarter. The Falcons appeared to be heading into the fourth jqiA.JWtser-with a 40-38 lead, but Shelly Barker sank a three pointer with six seconds remaining in the quarter to allow the Huskies to claim a 41-40 lead heading into the fourth and final quarter. The Falcons entered the fourth quarter determined not to allow the Huskies to beat them for the third time this season. The Huskies were only able to claim two points in the first led by three players who five minutes of the quarter, scored in double-digits with while the Falcons increased Kim McNeil leading the way. their score by a total of 11 Kim claimed 12 points during points. With 2:25 remaining the Huskies' semi-finals in the game, the Huskies game while Kelly Hudler and claimed their fourth points Kendra Yearick each added of the quarter and brought ten points. Shelly Barker the score to 51-45 in favor scored seven points, Kaitlin of the Falcons. The Huskies' Smith scored five points, and hopes of contesting for the .Kassee Roberts rounded out Conference Chariipioiikliip the Huskies scorixig with four started to dwindle away as the points. remaining time in the game Due to the Huskies ticked away. The Huskies exceptional performances struggled to make shots and throughout the season, the as a result only scored three Lady Huskies have been points in the final two minutes awarded a home play-off of the game. The Falcons took game in the first round of the full advantage of the Huskies NCHSAA State Tournament. drought and claimed the 58- The Varsity Lady Huskies 48 victory to advance to the will host the Ledford High championship game. School Panthers tonight. The The Huskies were action will begin at 7 p.m. Varsity men claim third place in MVAC by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Varsity Men headed into their Semi-Final game against the North Surry Greyhounds with a do-ordie situation. If the Huskies won, they would have played on Friday for the Conference Championship, if they lost, they would prepare for the State Tournament. The Huskies experienced the second situation when they fell short to the Greyhounds, 56-41. Following the Huskies' loss to North Surry, the Huskies were in a tie with the Surry Central Golden Eagles. To break the tie, the Huskies and Golden Eagles played a playin game to determine who would receive the third seed from the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference in the NCHSAA State Tournament. The Huskies were able to claim the third seed when they defeated the Golden Eagles by a final score of 4441. The Huskies faced the North Surry Greyhounds last Wednesday night in the Conference Semi-Finals held at Wilkes Central and despite a hard fought battle, lost by a final score of 56-41. The action opened up with the Huskies claiming the first points of the game when Kaleb Davis converted a three-point play just thirty seconds into the game. The Greyhounds responded with a three pointer on their first possession of the game, but were unable to get in a rhythm. The Huskies tough defensive pressure only .allowed the Greyhounds to score a total of nine points in the first quarter. The Huskies took advantage of the Greyhounds drought and with baskets by Coleman Payne, Parker Johnson, and Tatum Lemly; the Huskies claimed a 12-7 lead with the first quarter drawing to a close. With only seconds remaining in the quarter, Ethan Goodman was able to increase the Huskies lead to 14-9 when he swished a jump shot to beat the buzzer and to close the first quarter. The second quarter brought another intense eight minutes of action. The Greyhounds were able to score the first points of the quarter with a lay-up two minutes into the quarter. Ethan Goodman responded with a basket for the Huskies with five minutes remaining in the quarter. The Greyhounds were then able to mount an 80 offensivej-un and claimed a 19-16 lead with three minutes remaining in the first half. The Huskies responded when Tommy Spagnolo converted another Husky three-point play to tie the score at 19-19. The Greyhounds were able to score again on their next possession, but Kaleb Davis equalized the score with only ten seconds remaining in the half when he was able to drive to the basket and lay the ball in the hoop for two points. The basket by Kaleb brought the score to 21-21. at the halftime mark of the game. Following the impressive performance in the first half, the Huskies had difficulty gaining rhythm in the second half. The Huskies were held scoreless for the first three minutes of the quarter until Tommy Spagnolo scored another two points for the Huskies. By this point, the Greyhounds had already claimed five points in the quarter and claimed a 26-23 lead. Kaleb Davis was able to score two more points for the Huskies on their next possession to cut the Greyhounds' lead to only one-point with four minutes remaining in the quarter. The Greyhounds increased their defensive pressure and held the Huskies scoreless for the remainder of the third quarter while they were able to score another ten points to pin the Huskies with a 3625 deficit heading into the fourth quarter. At the start of the fourth quarter, the Greyhounds claimed the first four points until Ethan Goodman converted a three-point play to bring the score to 28-40 in favor of the Greyhounds. The Huskies again had difficulty getting into a rhythm but showed the possibility of a come-back when Kaleb Davis scored back-to-back baskets, and points from Ethan Goodman and Parker Johnson cut the Greyhounds lead to only eight points, 45-37 with three minutes remaining in the game. The Greyhounds did not crumble from the Huskies pressure though as they were able to score eleven points in the final three minutes of the game to secure the 56-41 victory and advance to the Championship game to face the Starmount Rams. The Huskies were led in scoring by Kaleb Davis who scored a remarkable 15 points during the contest. Ethan Goodman followed Kaleb with ten points, while Parker Johnson scored six points. Tommy Spagnolo added four points, Tatum Lemly added three points, Coleman Payne scored two points, and Ryan Moser rounded out the Huskies' scoring with onepoint. The Huskies returned to action following their game again North Surry with a play-in game to determine the third seed for the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference. The play-in game was held Friday prior to the championship games. The Huskies were able to defeat the Surry Central Golden Eagles to claim third place in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference with a 44-41 victory. The game opened up with the Huskies jumping out to a quick 9-4 lead with baskets by Ethan Goodman, Tommy Spagnolo, and Parker Johnson. The Golden Eagles were able to battle back and narrowed the Huskies' lead to only one-point at the conclusion of the first quarter, 12-11. The Huskies were able to gain a lead in the second quarter by limiting the Golden Eagles offensive opportunities. The Huskies held the Golden Eagles to only seven points over the course of the eight-minute period. The Huskies were able to increase their team score to 24 points at the conclusion of the second period. The teams headed into the locker rooms with the Huskies leading the Golden Eagles 24-18. The third period was an even battle between the two teams. Both teams combined to score 28 points in the quarter with the scoring split down the middle, 14 points each team. The Huskies benefited from baskets by Tommy Spagnolo, Ethan See Huskies, page 7 Men's All-Conference and Honorable Mention Varsity Tournament Champions- North Surry Varsity Season Conference Champions North Surry & Starmount Junior Varsity Champions - Ashe County Player of the Year - Kent Brown (North Surry) Coach of the Year - Chris Butler (North Surry) All-Conference Players Kent Brown (North Surry) Aaron Church (North Wilkes) Victor Davila (Starmount) Nathan Duncan (Wilkes Central) Ethan Goodman (Ashe County) Jesse Hoots (Forbush) Garrett Howlett (North Surry) Lee Martin (North Surry) Justin Mitchell (Wilkes Central) Camron Moore (North Surry) Ferdinand Morales (Starmount) Tommy Spagnolo (Ashe County) Will Thorp (Surry Central) Matthew Zachary (Forbush) Honorable Mention Players Beau Booker (North Surry) Rakem Chambers (Forbush) Cory High (Surry Central) Coleman Payne (Ashe County) Cody Spicer (Starmount) Dan Wilmoth (Surry Central) �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2007 SPORTS Huskies to get a shot off with eleven seconds remaining, but Goodman,and ColemanPayne Tommy Spagnolo secured the to increase their team score victory for the Huskies by to 38 points at the conclusion blocking the Golden Eagles of the third quarter. The shot. The Huskies regained Golden Eagles were able to possession but Coleman match the Huskies scoring Payne was fouled and could for the quarter and entered not convert his free throw the fourth quarter with a attempt. The Golden Eagles team score of 32 points. had four seconds remaining The Golden Eagles were in the game and was able to able to outscore the Huskies get off a desperation three in the third quarter by pointer. The Golden Eagles three points but fell short desperation toss was off when the Huskies claimed target and the Huskies were the victory. Coleman Payne awarded the victory by a final opened the quarter up with a score of 44-41. three pointer on the Huskies The Huskies were led first possession, and Parker in scoring by two players Johnson added two points in double-digits. Coleman on the Huskies following Payne led the way with 15 possession. The Golden points and Ethan Goodman Eagles were able to make followed with 12 points. a run at the Huskies and Tommy Spagnolo added an scored six unanswered points impressive seven points for to cut the Huskies lead to five the Huskies, while Parker points, 43-38. The Huskies Johnson scored six points, then entered into an offensive and Daniel Wain and Ryan slump and only scored one- Moser rounded out the point for the remainder of the Huskies' scoring with two ball game. The Golden Eagles points each. were able to score another The Huskies returned three points and at the one- to action last night when minute mark were trailing by they traveled to Davidson a score of 44-41. The Golden County to face the Lexington Eagles regained possession Yellow Jackets with the game and were running out of time. starting at 7 p.m. Look for The Golden Eagles were able results in Friday's paper. continued from page 6 2A West Women's Bracket 2A West Men's Bracket Sectional 1 Sectional 1 West Stanly (12-11) at West Lincoln (17-7) Central Davidson (14-10) at East Lincoln (19-5) Ledford (16-11) at Ashe County (20-4) Ledford (13-13) at Starmount (20-5) Lincolnton (9-13) at North Stanly (22-2) South Iredell (7-17) at Monroe (20-4) Forbush (20-6) at Salisbury (23-3) Ashe County (16-9) at Lexington (14-13) Sectional 2 North Rowan (15-8) at North Surry (23-3) Sectional 2 North Rowan (7-15) at North Surry (22-4) Monroe (16-8) at South Iredell (11-12) West Stanly (13-11) at North Lincoln (11-13) Starmount (11-14) at East Davidson (25-1) Surry Cent. (10-16) at Salisbury (17-9) East Lincoln (10-14) at Forest Hills (20-2) West Lincoln (11-13) at Forest Hills (17-5) Sectional 3 Sectional 3 North Lincoln (10-14) at Smoky Mountain (24-2) North Henderson (12-13) at Bunker Hill (16-8) Pisgah (12-10) at West Henderson (21-5) Smoky Mountain (17-9) at Bunker Hill (11-13) Wilkes Cent. (8-15) at Mitchell (20-5) Wilkes Cent. (13-10) at C.D. Owen (15-9) Maiden (12-12) at Shelby (21-4) West Caldwell (12-12) at Chase (8-15) Sectional 4 Sectional 4 Bandys (5-13) at East Rutherford (18-7) Hibriten (6-19) at Shelby (21-4) North Henderson (13-10) at Madison (11-14) Pisgah (10-13) at Mountain Heritage (17-9) Surry Cent. (8-16) at Newton Conover (11-12) Madison (8-14) at West Henderson (15-11) Forbush (9-14) at Newton-Conover (20-5) Mountain Heritage (7-18) at Brevard (15-9) Bold denotes MVAC game Bold denotes MVAC game Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball Standings as of February 15, 2007 Team W L Midtown Motors/Jefferson Appliance 6 0 New River Motors 6 1 Independence Lumber 4 1 AEV/MO's Boots 4 ' 2 Jefferson Post 4 2 19 15 New River Motors Steven Phillips 32 Tim Miller 24 Big Dave's Auto 3 2 Ashe County Builders 3 3 Ashe Chiropractic Chris Shumate 18 Alex Rollins 14 Wood's Plumbing Scott Patrick 16 Jody Barr 8 Ashe Chiropractic 2 2 The Huskies 2 2 Gates/Current Chiropractic 1 5 Timber Creek Landscaping 1 6 Odie Gilbert Construction 0 5 Wood's Plumbing 0 5 Scores From February 15, 2007 79 59 Jefferson Post Ashe Chiropractic Jefferson Post Ricky Hurt Jeremy Osborne 75 58 Ashe County Builders New River Motors Wood's Plumbing Timber Creek Landscaping Odie Gilbert Const. Midtown Motors/ Jefferson Appliance Andy Johnson 24 Charles Johnson 19 56 44 Timber Creek Landscaping Kevin Jenkins 15 Justin Grubb 11 Ashe County Builders Dillon Poe 26 Eric Miller 11 89 46 Odie Gilbert Const. Odie Gilbert 12 Nathan Wells 10 2007 Ashe County Parks and Recreation Baseball Umpire Class March 10, 2007 Class Instructors Junior Williams Who is the Toughest & Baddest Man in the Area? REWARD WANTED $1,500.00 T *Hnr Regional Championships PLUS TROPHY & TITLE THE TOUGHEST AND BADDEST MEN (18-40) No Entry Fee - Just Guts Man Enough? Sign Up Now Brawlers Only • No Pros THEY'RE TOUGH .. THEY'RE BAD ... BOONE ARMORY FRIDAY & SATURDAY • 8 PM THE FISTS WILL FEB. 23 & FEB. 24, 2007 FLY!!! 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Senior League Rule Differences Positioning Mechanics On-Field Mechanics Local Rules and Expectations of Ashe County Parks & Recreation and Ashe County Little League Note • You must pre-register for this clinic by calling Ashe County Parks Rec. at 982-6185 • Class is mandatory in order to get maximum number of games Kendra Yearick • Class attendance in no way guarantees anyone games. You must be able to pass class and handle coaches, players, and spectators in a professional manner in order to be scheduled for games • The class fee is $20.00 and must be paid before or on the day of the class, and should be paid during the registration period • Game fees for the 2007 Little League season are to be determined • Participants need to bring glove and equipment if possible Congratulations Kendra Yearick Stop by Xj Lc L A U w 5 w each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! 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Please call ; Classified Dept. | i for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson. NC% 28694 I (We accept personal : check. Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 ^ e-mail: Jm classified© jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post Now is the time to begin promoting your business. A great place tor you to do this is in our f High Country Business Directory. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad today! Lost near Mt. Zion Ch. Rd., male brown terrier mix with scar under righteye, around 40lbs. Also lost 1 red-colored lab mix, female. May have puppies with her. Missing 10 puppies. May have been stolen. Please call with any info. Robyn 336-363-9187 (leave msg.) or email: com. Lost on Idlewild Road near Blackburn's Store: male black and tan puppy, Chihuahua / Fiest mix. Answers to Sam. If you have seen Sam or have informa­ tion, please call 336-877-5177. Reward offered. LOST: Brown & White Husky Mix. Right flop ear, blue < n. Answers to Dakota. Lost at Baldwin & Black Bear Inn Rd. Please call Brian at 336-977-6257 70-Travel & Camping 1992 Prowler 25" with Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. Cal 336-977-0383 70-Travel & Camping 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6. Queen Bed. bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 140-Help Wanted ATTENTION CNA I'S: PT and FT positions available for Home Care in Ashe County. Premium Pay, Premium Benefits with Mileage. Call Tammy Jones at (800) 7907483 Toll Free. INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENCY seeking a licensed Property/Casualty & Life/Health Agent to sell on a commission only basis. Entry experience level okay. Great opportunity for learning the business. Please fax resume to 336-877-2615 or email to wendy.sheets© brookeagency.com J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 LOOKING FOR A REWARDING JOB? RHA Health Services has positions available on 1st and 2nd shifts working with developmentally disabled adults. Positions are in Deep Gap and are part-time, but may become full-time. High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license required. For more information, please call 828-262-5450. Mortgage Originator 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted PART-TIME HANDY MAN 20- 25 hours per week needed in West Jefferson area. Must be dependable and able to work with people, and have own hand tools and truck. Duties include routine apt. maintenance, and preparing vacant units. Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry needed. Send resume or letter of interest to: Job Opportunity PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 RHA HEALTH SERVICES is taking applications for a Home Manager position located in Deep Gap, NC. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating activities of approximately 26 Direct Support Staff and managing operations of a 15 bed non-ambulatory ICF/MR facility. Qualifications: at least 2 years supervisory experience, high school diploma, valid driver's license, flexible work schedule and experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Qualified applicants can apply at 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC 28618 or call 828-262-5450 Early Intervention Specialist to work one on one with children, birth 3yrs. old in Watauga and Ashe County areas. Position requires a bachelor's degree in a Human Service - related field. Experience with young children is preferred. Ability to provide parent education and knowledge of child development is a must. HomeCare offers excellent training and pay for qualified applicants. Please call HomeCare Management for an application at 828-264-1021, or fax your resume to 828-264-0755. You may call us toll free at 1-888-878-5199. Position for Medical Assistant to work with mentally and physically challenged children as assistant to technician in medical setting. Job training & advancement available. 336-385-1775 REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOME HEALTH High Country Health Care System has an opening for a full time Registered Nurse to serve Ashe County. Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experience. Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time management, and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828) 264-9154 Jefferson/Boone area. For details, vim* v.w.agfirst.com/jobi.. . <http://www.aafirst.com/io bs.htm> , #A11. Respond by 3/2. www.carolinafarmcredit.com farmcredit.com/> EEO TRACTORS: John Deere. Gas, Loader, $3900, Massey Ferguson 65 Gas, Loader - $3900. Case - Diesel, PS, Loader, $3900. Ford 4000, nice, $6500 Allis Chamber, Restored. Nice, has Cultivator, plow. $2500 Call 336-384-9040. 235-Christmas Trees For Sale: Fraser Fir Seedlings - 3-0's, bed run, also have transplants. Want to buy: Fraser Fir Christmas trees bv the block. O 276-579-7733. RESEARCHER/INSIDE SALES make "Cents" »Strong computer and research skills (Mac, Excel, Internet) 1 Articulate, strong writing skills required 1 Degree preferred Salary/Commission + Great Benefits West Jefferson office "Cents make Dollars" L51 /hr., or this ad to local office of the NC ESC Agriculture Employment Services Job Order #: NC-7260396. Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press. 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Fraser Fir Blocks. 5,000 to 45,000 trees, 2ft to 10ft. Will give time to harvest or will sell land, owner financ­ ing available. 140 acre farm, with 45,000 trees and 14 acre farm with 5,000 trees for sale. Other blocks for lease. Call 336-384-9040 290-Horses & Livestock For Sale: Appaloosa Mare. Downsizing herd. Need to sell. Call 336-977-9309 for more information. Horses For Sale: over 100 to choose from. Miniatures, Quarter Horses, Paints, Paso Finos, Pair Belgium Mares. Will finance and keep until spring. Horse trailers, Flat Beds & tack, sell or trade. Looking for part time help on Horse farm. 336-384-9040. PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. FOR SALE: 8 Prom Dresses, Sizes ,5/6 and 7/8. Short & Long Lengths. 330-Pets For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Harley Davidson Boots For Sale. Good shape, size 12. $200. Call 336-982-2165 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical K3 J M! [iL-a J M:[iMX We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information FREE to good homes! 6 wks. old adorable, mixed-breed puppies. Call 336-384-1982; if no answer - Please leave msg. PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Nerds (ID #5) is an 8 month old black lab/border collie mix. He's a calm, sweet heart of a dog and likes most other pets. He'll make a great family pet! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 2001 Chev Suburban 4x4, 67K, Loaded, Leather, All Options. Dk Blue, One Owner, Garage Kept. New Michelin tires. $18,000. 336-982-2295 SHOPPING FOR A $50 to $400. 4X4? 98? no50 Keep Checking the days, 336-982-4132 nights. Classified Ads. Whose Birthday Are You Celebrating? ej&cc cCccCtt t faucet!// L1ARN T ©© M T O ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • cccCXt Fax resume to: 336-246-3978 Or bring resume to Next Safety office at 230 Hice Avenue • West Jefferson, NC 3/19/2007 to 12/24/2007 JOB PROVISIONS: Workers are guaranteed three-fourths of the work hours of the total period. Work tools, supplies and equipment required to perform the duties assigned the worker will be provided by the employer without charge to the worker. Housing with kitchen.facilities will be provided at no cost to only those workers who arc not reasonably able to return the same day to their place of residence at time of recruitment. Transportation and subsistence expenses to the work site will be paid to nonresident workers upon completion of 50% of the job contract. Interviews required. Report in person with copy of 300Miscellaneous * Creek, NC The guaranteed hourly salary is applicable 2007 AEWR. 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies Classifieds John Chefas dba/Hart Tree Farm in Grassy SALARY: Class it. Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 FAST GROWING NEW COMPANY NEEDS RESEARCH ASSISTANT Temporary/seasonal work performing diversified activities on a Christmas tree farm. Must be able to lift/carry 60 lbs. Saturday work required, when necessary. DURATION: Shop State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified; EEO and ADA employer. JOB NATURE: COMPANY: TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING If you are reading this ad, you either need a job or need another job. Let Wilkes Community College and SAGE Corporation get you on the road to a great career. The jobs are out there. You just need training. •5-Week Training (behind-the-wheel and classroom instruction) •ONE STUDENT PER TRUCK •Lifetime Job Placement Assistance, Nationwide •Commerical Drivers License •SAGE Technical Training rated Tops in the industry by PDTI •Financial assistance available for those who qualify. Why wait? Great pay, great benefits, job security and a future to look forward to in as little as 6 weeks. CALL: (336)838-6509 160-Business Opportunities 235-Christmas Trees Wytheville, Virginia 60 Call 846-7164 1-800-334-1203 www.alliancetractortrailer.com ^ > UCTION f o ft Vote! ABSOLUTE REAL ESTATE MDOV/L.U I L_ IVCML. CO IMIC A MOBILE HOME PARK • CONVENIENCE STORE HOUSE • VACANT LOT Saturday, February 24, 2007 • 10:30 A.M. Flat Ridge Road - SUGAR GROVE, VIRGINIA PropertyJl - 318 FlatfiidgeJ&L EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Formerly Anita's Grocery, operating very suc­ cessfully as a convenience store, deli, hunting and fishing supplys. This building is ready to make you moneyl It is approximately 4500 square feet with a heat pump, 16 bath and a walk-in cooler. There is also a 24'X24' metal garage. Property is ideally suited for a con­ venience store, grocery, general store or any businessl Could also be easily converted to climate controlled storage units! Want to join our health care team? Medical Technologist - PRN position in our Laboratory Department. Competitive Salary Shift Differential Year-round position This is a nice fixer upper that would be a great rental house. It is over 1200 square feet with aluminum siding, baseboard heat and 1 bath ALL AUCTIONS WILL BE CONDUCTED AT 318 FLAT RIDGE RD. SUGAR GROVE, VIRGINIA Personal Property Must have an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technologist Certificate), current CPR and previous computer experience preferred To apply: Apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org This trailer park is a great Investment opportunity! There are currently 8 spaces with room for possibly 2 more. There is public water. A 14 X70' 2 bedroom, 2 bath slnglowide with heat pump is included with the park. The spaces currently rent for $80.00 per month. Royal Cash Register - Assorted Nascar Collectibles Casio Cash Register - 2 Sets of Platform Scales Lincoln Pizza Oven — Nacho Dispenser 4 Door Upright Cooler — Microwave Some Shelving - Kelvinator Refrigerator 3 Glass Front Showcases — Bunn Coffee Pot Archery Supplies - TERMS: Real Estate: 10% down, balance up closing Personal Property: Cash or Good Check Awwhdeunder SleXfwpurriwef ofewxN f*rT*r of 10 structure Du* 1 fcy Vw c**anc« of M (mm*1 «hazards Ttwdatooft* appearpxe og »v« •Sato of too msrUCor property tMpn* 10 (toy tm*period &••»» and Auctton Company Msurr*fiat purrfte*er ruu property pnor to b***ng end tort property m «*ur*a tor •W n*y rtvity upon NAA Auctioneer DAVID COUNTS Va. Auctioneer #0326 Abingdon, Virginia (276) 628-8123 1-800-797-1579 Assorted Arrows Bow Press Chronometer Assorted Archery Veins Targets 3D Targets (Used) This lot Is approximately .6 acres with public water and a septic system. A creek runs through the property. Ideal spot for a singlewlde. Singlewlde on property does not convey. Auctioneers Note: This is a great investment opportunity. Everything sells Absolutel Please look these properties over and join us on February 24th 2007 at 10:30 a m DIRECTIONS: From 1-81, take exit 45 (Marion), follow Hwy, 16 South, 9 miles, turn left on Flat Ridge Rd., go 16 mile to auction on right. From Independence: Follow U.S. 58 for 16.7 miles, stay straight onto Troutdalo Hwy. (Hwy. 16 North) for 17.5 miles, turn right on Flat Ridge Rd.. go 16 mile to auction on right. INSPECTION: Real Estate: Sunday, February 18 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Personal Property: February 24 at 9:00 a.m. Member Announcements made day of auction take precedence over all printed materials. For further information contact C O U N T S AUCTION G R O U P AUCTIONEERS Abingdon • Lynchburg • Marion BILL BRYANT - Lynchburg, Virginia For Pictures, Plat, Etc. www.countsauction.com DANNY COUNTS DWIGHT COUNTS Va Auctioneer #2276 Marion, Virginia (276) 783-3444 Fax (276) 628-8633 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2007 PAGE 9 Classifieds 410-Motorcycles / 430-Rooms, 4-Wheelers Apts., Houses For Sale: 2003 XR 70 For Rent Dirtbike. Kick Starter, 3 speed, automatic. Very good condition. Comes with owners manual, title and tool kit. Half off original price. $975 firm. Call 336-982-8154 For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale 2 Story, 3 bedroom house, gas logs, monitor, balcony, greenhouse. 1 acre. Also, 4 acres Old Obids Rd. 336-977-6656 336-877-5513. FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 For Rent: 2 BR House Stop by Hart Power Equipment. 2BR/1BA House in West Jefferson, offer­ ing you convenience and easy access. W/hardwood and vinyl flooring. $650 per month with $650 security deposit- Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals at 336-246-2880. Jefferson Post for 3BR 2Bath located in Friendship Park, West Jefferson. $535 month, $535 deposit. Will rent to own with $1500 down payment. Call 336-983-5072 after 6pm. Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 Payment for Landowners. Singlewides, Doublewides, On and Off Frame Modulars $25,000 - $500,000. (See Our 2 story Log Home) 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 3BR/2BA Mobile w/oil furnace, carpet & tile flooring, private setting offering convenience. Very nice home, $500 per month with $500 security deposit. Cal Carolina Mountain Properties & Rental, Inc. 336-246-2880. For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 For Sale: House, Outbuildings & 26 acres more or less. Call 336-385-3360 Check Out the 50.00 ZERO Dotvn 3BR, 2 BA furnished, mobile home, on Hwy 163, overlooks New River. References & deposit required. Call 828-632-7724 Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 500-Mobile Homes for Sale SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 WE CAN DO IT ALL! Oakwood Homes of Hudson, NC 828-396-2045 Call for easy directions. 1980 Oakwood 505-Modular Homes for Sale Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just Partiallyfurnished For more information arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST call 336-246-9258 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 1195-Legals 530-Lots & Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade. 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 , to place your ad. For Lease: Pasture and Barn for Horses. Riding Trails available. By Parkway in Laurel Springs, NC. Call 336-359-8224. For Sale: 152 acres, Grayson County, Va., intersection Fox Creek Road and Flat Ridge Road. Creek, woods, & meadows. Call for info. 620-386-0713. 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 Classifieds Work! The Jefferson Post 846-7164 1195-Legals Having qualified as Administrator CTA of the Estate of Jackie Carlton Blackburn, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 8394 Tuscany Drive, Lewisville, NC 27023 on or before the 14th day of May, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 8th day of February, 2007. Roger Van Edwards Administrator CTA for the Estate of Jackie Carlton Blackburn 06 SP101 NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Steve Allen Osborne & Sherry E. Osborne to Grady Lonon, Trustee(s), which was dated May 10, 1999 and recorded on May 14, 1999 in Book 240 at Page 1, Ashe County Registry, North 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Carolina. NOTICE TO CREDITORS feet to a point, 2) thence N 49-21-15 E 60.11 feet to a point, 3) thence N 6045-50 E 53.46 feet to a point; thence S 43-55-18 E 9.84 feet to the BEGIN­ NING, containing 0.197 acre, based on a survey by The Thomas Herman Company, RLS, completed 26 January 1987. will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expira­ tion of the statutory up­ set bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott. PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County. North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebt­ edness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on March 1, 2007 at 12:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: BEGINNING at an existing 3/8-inch rebar by a 6-inch cherry tree, thence S 10-10-38 W 101.34 feet to an existing 3/8-inch rebar; thence S 31-09-48 W 36.38 feet to a stump; thence with a new line N 63-13-50 W 87.50 feet to a point in the centerline of the drive; thence with said cen­ terline three courses, 1) N 25-38-45 E 37.33 Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance There is also conveyed "AS IS WHERE IS." herewith an easement There are no represen­ of warranty of right of way as de­ tations scribed in that certain relating to the title or instrument which ap­ any physical, environ­ pears of record in the mental, health or safety Ashe County Public conditions existing in, Registry in Book 169, on, at, or relating to the at page 2327, to which property being offered reference is hereby for sale. This sale is made for a more com­ made subject to all plete description of prior liens, unpaid tax­ es, special assess­ said easement. ments, easements, And being the same rights of way, deeds of property conveyed in release, and any other Book 157, page 1363, encumbrances or ex­ Ashe County Registry, ceptions of record. To said document incorpo­ the best of the knowl­ rated by reference as edge and belief of though fully set out the undersigned, the herein; file name current owner(s) of the property is/are Steve osbste5.or Allen Osborne and Sherry E. Save and except any wife. releases, deeds of Osborne. release or prior con­ If the trustee is unable veyances of record. to convey title to this Said property is com­ property for any rea­ monly known as 280 son, the sole remedy of Calhoun Road, West the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Jefferson, NC 28694. Reasons of such inabil­ A cash deposit (no ity to convey include, personal checks) of but are not limited to, five percent (5%) of the filing of a bankrupt­ the purchase price, or cy petition prior to the Seven Hundred Fifty confirmation of the sale Dollars ($750.00), and reinstatement of whichever is greater, the loan without the ^CONSTRUCTION r\ FCSR EXCAVATING T & L CONSTRUCTION ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC )vtcmntam Fieldl Residential & Commercial • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More (Excavating & -Hauling Owner - Tom Jarman Sr. Call 336-846-8229 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 •R HOME REPAIRS No JOB Too SMALL! Homesites 'Spring Work 1 Lot Clearing ' Basement/Footers 1 r Appleseed Quality Home Repairs • Ponds • Ditching • Driveways •Gravel, Mulch, Dirt • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types ol repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. . . " n ^JLMELVIN COE'S plumbing PfT| S PUMP SERVICE . • * 'M How Sortico" 20 Years Experience 336-372-5683 • • • • Licensed in \orth Carolina be VA Install roofing of all kinds Roof Painting Insured it ALL Work Guaranteed • #7 FREE ESTIMATES Allen Miller •» «« • •» m fe A •h aw n ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC 336-384-2063 VOVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE^ Sony Sharp Mountain View w ,pioneer T\l fontor 'Panasonic 9 i v center . Samsun "ItiXjlt dmfatf Sicdmii Sxfmti" 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 \AMuletyfollEST Prices Possible "S" DISPOSAL SERVICES ^oone Grading Co., Inc MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner • Residential Pick up Service • $40.00 Quarterly • Special Pick up Service Available isy "DEPENDA BLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! IW 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition .All Work Guaranteed / Licensed. Bonded & Insured, R E S T A U R AA T S/nithtfyi MASONRY Shepherd Masonry, Incv Commercial & Residential Masonry is now offering POURED WALLS Mark Shepherd Masonry Const., Inc. Contracting Co. 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 336-846-7737 Located on the Backstreet | We have expanded our lunch buffet! We are offering a choice of 3 meats and 12 different vegetables! SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only - 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only - 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti No Job Too Small or Too Large! Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds LICENSED & ISSLRED FREE ESTIMATES Contact Robert Holman Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-9634069 Fax: 828-963-8610 ^Septic Systems • Basements • Footers £e||. 828-773-6736 — luv CARPOTRY/ROIOBELINC OOLS OIV WHEELS RJ C VIM: • Remodel Jobs •Decks •Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4332 �IAGK 10 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals knowledge of the trust­ Registry in Book U-4, ee. If the validity of the at Page 350. and fur­ sale is challenged by ther recorded in Book any party, the trustee, 189, at Page 2492, to in their sole discretion, which reference is if they believe the chal­ hereby made for a lenge to have merit, complete description of may request the court the same. to declare the sale to be void and return the Trustee may, in the deposit. The purchas­ Trustee's sole discre­ er will have no further tion, delay the sale for remedy. up to one hour as provided in Substitute Trustee NCGS §45-21.23. Brock & Scott, PLLC 5431 Oleander Drive Should the property be Suite 200 purchased by a third Wilmington, NC 28403 party, that person must PHONE: (910) 392- pay the tax of Forty4988 Five Cents ($0.45) per FAX: (910) 392-8587 One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by File No.: 06-06141 NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). NOTICE T0T~ CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Eula M. Johnson, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 581 Beaver Creek School Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694 on or before the 30th day of April, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 24th day of January, 2007. Tommy Hardin William H. Hardin Co-Executors for the Estate of Eula M.Johnson PUBLICATION DATES: February 20, 2007 February 27, 2007 The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the hold­ er of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions ex­ isting in, on, at or relat­ ing to the property being offered for sale, and any and all respon­ sibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition ex­ pressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assess­ ments, and prior liens or encumbrances of re­ cord and any recorded releases. is nothing to celebmte. IIW V• •• •»*>.. ti. .n 172.000,". > '< ..I.,wto> Hwyi imikw I*I»s «>»•-...> »ivm luri.ono v .• . . I..»n.t mmUhj il Annf, Hlllfiii §®@oiw • I NIlMltl I' ON* 336-982-4297 luMiltMIICIftMlllMIICO «»MI NO MOI1E I UNO CANCFH i IAN> • These animals are available for adoption. Margate Health and Rehab Center Margate Health & Rehab Center has the following positions available: These beautiful aussie mix pups are part of a litter of four. They are eight weeks old and ready for a forever home. 2 Certified Nursing Assistants 1st Shift 2 Certified Nursing Assistants 2nd Shift Interested parties may apply in person at: 540 Waugh Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 This beautiful cat was found on the Colvard Farm Rd. She is a charming lap cat that appears to be in good health. Fax: 336-246-5997 Phone: 336-246-5581 Jefferson's Gateway to Extraordinary Living Come See the Difference! ATTENTION JEFFERSON POST SUBSCRIBERS NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE A cash deposit or cash­ ier's check (no person­ of five Under and by virtue of al checks) the power of sale con­ percent (5%) of the tained in a certain purchase price, or sev­ Deed of Trust made by en hundred fifty dollars Richard A. Hartsog to ($750.00), whichever is Mid Atlantic, greater, will be required Trustee(s), dated the at the time of the sale. 21st day of January, 14th day of 2005, and recorded in This Book 00324. Page February, 2007. 1395. Ashe County Registry, North Caroli­ SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ na, default having been EE SERVICES, INC. made in the payment of SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ the note thereby se­ EE cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ BY: signed, Substitute Attorney at Law Trustee Services, Inc. The Law Firm of Hutchhaving been substitut­ ens, Senter & Britton, ed as Trustee in said RA. Deed of Trust by an in­ Attorneys for Substitute strument duly recorded Trustee Services, Inc. in the Office of the P.O. Box 1028 Register of Deeds of 4317 Ramsey Street Ashe County, North Fayetteville, North Car­ Carolina and the holder olina 28311 of the note evidencing http;//www,fcsaid indebtedness hav­ saies.com ing directed that the Deed of Trust be Case No: 141.116268 foreclosed, the under­ signed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jef­ ferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 12:00 pm on March 7, 2007 and will sell to the high­ est bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Ashe, North Caroli­ na, and being more particularly described as follows: ASHE C®vsaw Being NUMBER ONE READ THE JEFFERSON POST ON-LINE Step 1 - Go to www.jeffersonpost.com Step 2 - User name will be the number on your mailing label starting with 0 Step 3 - Password will be your zip code For more information, contact: Circulation Manager • JoEvelvn Roop at 846-7164 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN TOP PAY for FORD DIESEL and/or TRANSMISSION EXPERIENCE! We have immediate openings for all phases of auto and light truck repair. AUTOMOTIVE BOOY TECHNICIAN TOP PAY for AUTO BODY EXPERIENCE! We have immediate openings for all phases of auto and light truck repair. WE OFFER: Benefits • Flexible Work Schedule Medical/Dental • 401k and Much, Much More!! For a confidential inteview, call Gary Covais at: 336-246-7183 or forward resume to: Ashe County Motors P.O. Box 66 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-4153 gary.GOvais@ashecountymotors.coni ( a e tfie y f t a f t it h t faeefee aiuuta a l y w . . i e i. All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in Ashe County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Beginning on an iron stake in Carl Hartsoe's line, said point being the northeast corner of Lot No. 34 of the Lorena S. Miller Subdivi­ sion, and running with the northern line of said Lot No. 34 N. 87 1/4 degrees W 134.1 feet to an iron stake in said line; thence out the hill S 2 1/4 degrees W 74.5 feet to an iron stake in the southern line of Lot No. 35 in said subdivision; thence with the com­ mon line of Lots Nos. 35 and 36, S. 87 1/4 degrees E 134.1 feet to an iron stake in the street; thence with the street (the same being a 40.00' street as shown on the plat of said subdivision) N 2 1/4 degrees E 72.5 feet to the Beginning, and being portions of Lots Nos. 34 and 35 of the Lorena S. Miller Subdi­ vision as shown on a plat of the same which appears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Plat Book 1, at Page 113., Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 381 Brooke Lane, West Jefferson, North Carolina. Together with an ease­ ment to obtain water as set out in that certain instrument which ap­ pears of record in the Ashe County Public m i j m m CXM?ran^Q30EI33S A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gift (Subscription for... ' Name In Ashe County I I Q $36.00 Address Seniors In Ashe Co. I I City. I I A Gift from.Name State $33.00 Out -of-County (All) • $46.50 I I I I I I J �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS J PAGE 11 uggling and comedy Friday night at Ashe Civic Center :hool Lunch Menu Feb. 19-23 mday: Chicken Fajita on Soft co with Shredded Cheese Lettuce, Salsa, Graham rackers, Applesauce, Milk jesday: Vegetable Beef Soup ith Crackers, Grilled Cheese •r Peanut Butter Sandwich vpple. Cookie, Milk Vednesday: Hot Ham & Cheese Pocket, Tossed Salad, • areen Beans, Fruit Cobbler, /lilk • Thursday: Cheese Burger )n Bun, Lettuce, Pickles, and Unions, Corn on the Cob, 3ineapple Treat, Milk Friday: Chicken Fillet on Bun, Shredded Lettuce, Potato # Wedges, Fruit, Milk Tuesday February 20 4 p.m.: Due to the urgent need of one our Parrish families, The Men's and Women's Clubs of St.Francis Catholic Church, Main Street, Jefferson.' will be sponsor­ ing A Fund Raising Spagetti Dinner. Serving will be from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Take out will be available. The meal will consist of spaghetti, salad, bread, desert and a bever­ age. The cost of the meal is $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for children under 12. If anyone would like to contribute items for the meal it would be greatly appreciated. If you contribute items for the dinner your meal will be complimentary. Due to the urgent need of the fam­ ily involved your help will be deeply appreciated .For further information about donations or advanced tickets please con­ tact the Church Secretary at 246-9151. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Party will hold their precinct meeting at the headquarters. The encourage all interested persons to come out and help organize the pre­ cincts. Wednesday February 21 9 a.m.: The Annual Ashe County State of Health and Community Forum will be held at Ashe Services For Aging. Call Nancy Kautz at 846-0781. Thursday February 22 7 p.m.: The New River Area Board of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities & Substance Abuse will hold its regular meeting at Mountain Aire Seafood & Steak House in Glendale Springs. Friday February 23 The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 7:30 p.m.: Mark Nizer at the Ashe Civic Center. Juggling, comedy, variety - a show for the entire family. $8 adults, $5 students Saturday February 24 7 a.m.: The Annual Heart Breakfast will be held at Winners Circle Restaurant. For more information call Judi Leek at 846-1109 6 p.m.: Laurel Bloopers Wonderful comedy spoof of the old favorite - Hee Haw, with local performers. Heritage Hall Mountain City, TN 37683 (423) 727-7444 Sunday February 25 - 8 p.m., Deerfield Fellowship, Deerfield Road in Boone. We have a wonderful catered meal all-inclusive for $11.00. Our speaker this month will be Lavanda Moore of Spruce Pine, N.C. She will be speaking on "When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on." Our music will be Bill and Debbie Hartley with "Songs from the Heart" Judy Eller will be at the piano. Reservations and cancella­ tions by Saturday February 24. Reservations should be hon­ ored if not used by a friend. Reservations can be made by calling Norma 264-1210 or Linda at 264-3753. A free nursery is also available with reservations. Christian Women's Club is sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries, a national/interna­ tional group based in Kansas City, Mo. 7 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic party will hold their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. Wednesday February 28 a.m.: Friends of the Library begins its speaker series with local author John Stewart discussing his 11 new book Confederate Spies at Large, downstairs at the library. 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness of the High Country will ,meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. The topic of the meet­ ing will be "Creating Caring Congregations" and will fea­ ture speakers that address the issue of how the faith com­ munity can become a resource for individuals diagnosed with mental illness and their fami­ lies and friends. It will also include a video presentation that outlines the specific steps that a congregation can take to become a ministry of support. Handouts will be available and a discussion on the next steps will follow the video. The public is invited to attend. Ongoing Events The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Raffle to Benefit Alleghany Animal Shelter - Win our "Spring has Sprung" Gift Collection! Collection includes unique tea pot donated by Cater Pots (valued at $130), lots of other unique gifts donated by local merchants, and a certificate for a FREE spay/neuter! Tickets are $1 ea. or 6 for $5. Buy your tickets at Twin Oaks Vet Hospital or The Fashion Zone in Sparta, NC! Drawing to be Held March 20! Watch the drawing LIVE on Channel 50! For more info, call Robyn at 336-363-9187. Tuesday February 27 The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. "The Jesus Experiment" at FaithBridge Ever wonder, "So what's the big deal about Jesus?" Many people are interested in Jesus, respect him, even worship him, but question why his life, death, and resurrection are so important. FaithBridge United Methodist Church's next sermon series will address this question and will encourage us to not only THINK about Christian discipleship but TRY IT OUT, through what we will call "The Jesus Experiment". Beginning February 11th and concluding Easter Sunday, April 8th, our pastor's sermons will walk through the Gospel of Mark week by week, focusing on Jesus and his challenge: "Follow Me." In each sermon in this series, we will receive the "Experiment of the Week" which will allow us to put into practice our discipleship (following Jesus). The community is invited to join us in participating in "The Jesus Experiment". If you've always wanted to understand more ahrn it who Jesus ie and why Ua about u/hn laci IE is onrl uihi/ He is so important, this is a sermon series you will not want to miss! Come grow with us, by walking alongside Jesus and getting to know Him. FaithBridge United Methodist Church worships on Sundays at 11 a.m. at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium (the former Blowing Rock Stage Company location) on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock. Our worship style is informal and nontraditional. Dress is casual and free quality child care is provided. To find out more about us, visit our website at www.faithbridgeumc.org or call (828) 295-8333. Edward Elliott, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including: fibromyalgia, tendino-muscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of II I- • The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold February services at St. Mary 's in West Jefferson.Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. The Ashe County Garden Club meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. If you have an interest in gardening and you would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for further information. Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Sign up is under way for the 21st Annual Ashe County Checkers Classic. The tournament is played at the Deluxe Barber Shop in West • ,, _ Jefferson during February and is sponsored by Miller Insurance and Deluxe Barber Shop. All serious checkers players come by or call 8465471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New RiverVolunteer Fire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March, prescriptions to 828-262-0154. Please feel free to refer new clients. They will need to fill out an application and bring proof of income along with any prescriptions. Thanks to each of you for ail you do! Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOR PRIZES! r ir • n THIS WEEK'S BONUS TOTAL Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Pick the top three finishers & win the bonus! WRSIEL'M R^ *Unless Won in Previous Race PIT STOP FOR PRIZE'S itllLEf Official Jefferson Post / NASCAR Pit Stop for Prizes Entry Form Pluto (Jul) 500 California Speedway 2-25-07 Race Winner 2nd Place. 3rd Place Your Name Your Address Phone # TIE BREAKER: (Please guess the average speed of the race winner in miles per hour) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson 1 • Must. be 21 years old or older to enter, j 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void ail entries for thaf person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win -A. RACE WINNER - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer cor­ rectly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the $20. B. BONUS POINTS - Pick the top three drivers in order of finish and you win the bonus. The bonus amount starts at $20. If nobody wins the bonus for that particular race, then that amount rolls over to the next race, in addition to the $20 added already. In the event of a tie, the person guessing clos­ est to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the bonus points." 5. All entries must be received in the office of the Jefferson Post no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. 6. In the event no one picks the correct winner of the race, the $20 amount for that race will also be added to the bonus points total for the next race. No Purchase Necessary to Win 'Bonus amount subject to change based on prior contest. Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions American Red Cross: O Positive, B Positive, O Negative, A Negative, and B Negative remain at EMERGENCY status. The overall inventory remains at CRITICAL status. Over 1000 units were lost from today and yesterday's schedule due to bad weather. /->L: Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-846-7492 mailbox #7, or 828-406-1985 for an appointment and directions. Get your pit crew ready for the Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every • There is an urgent need for 5 blood types—O pos, O neg, B 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends pos, B neg and A neg (Quakers) meets every Sunday • The blood supply has been at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia low since the holidays but has Rodgers 385-6531 for direc­ been further reduced by the tions wintry weather felt across the state. • The weather experienced this past week caused the 5 p.m.: The New River cancellation of many drives Behavioral HealthCare throughout the state. As a Human Rights Committee will result, the Red Cross could not meet in the Area Conference collect more than 825 units of Room, Suite 404 Oak Summit, much needed blood. 895 Stat Farm Road, Boone. • In the greater NC area, the The public is invited to attend. Red Cross distributes about 1600 blood products to area hospitals for patient use. We serve 103 hospitals. 6 p.m.: The High Country • Call 1-800-234-1646 x 209 Christian Women's Club for more information about invites all women of the area upcoming blood drives in Ashe to join us for our February County. meeting. You can also bring • All donors must be at least hat special man in your life 17 years old, weigh at least or "Heart Healthy Tips" and 110 pounds, and be in general inswers to your health ques- good health. ons by Dr. Thomas Zuber of THECHILDBIRTH/NEWBORN loone, N.C. CARE CLASSES AT ASHE »ur meeting will be from 6 p.m. MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WILL Monday February 26 NOWBEHELDONTHURSDAY EVENINGS (NOT TUESDAYS) AT 7 p.m. - BEGINNING ON THURSDAY FEBRUARY 8TH. Contest Wniatfe nossti WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET Parker Tie Company Inc. Building Supply and Hardware AN AMERICAN 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkcrtie.doitbest.com REVOLUTION (336) 246-2611 West Jefferson, NC * 336-846-4636 • www.Hjchevy.net Carolina West /^>-Wirelcss Retail Locations West Jefferson Skyline Telephone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N West Jefferson 1447 Mt.Jefferson Road , Inc. (PYAMAHA of Jefferson Jetto*on- Agents T&D Satellite Magic Video Tony Lyall West Jefferson West Jefferson 424 E. Main St. 948 Hwy 221 Bus. 336-246-5605 336-846-3601 r M D I D F King of the blfinitb Mountain rysler • Jeep • Dodge New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 SXT4X2 wilkesboro, NC $13,888 800-235-5007 • www.carolinawest.com JL ' ^46-7744 866-380-2458 Your NASCAR Contest Headquarters! Jefferson Post 203 S. Second Ave. • West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-7164 www.jefFersonpost.com Be sure to watch the fiuto CM 500 on Sunday, February 25*and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, March 2nd edition for the winner information on this race. �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Wind energy farms: some other views Photos courtesy of Dr. Dennis Scanlin Several weeks ago we ran a graphic intending to indicate the size of the wind turbines proposed for Northwest Wind Development LLC's project on Big Springs Mountain. As this was a graphic—not a photograph, as no such structures exist at present in the county—it drew some criticism from supporters of the project. In this issue, we are pleased to run two photo­ graphs provided by Dr. Dennis Scanlip of Appalachian State University, a supporter of the project. The aerial photo at left shows TVA's Buffalo Mountain wind energy farm in Tennessee, while the one at right is of a farm in West Virginia and was, Dr. Scanlin states, taken at a distance of approximately three-quarters of a mile. The wind turbines are approximately the same height as the minimum height included in Northwest's application on the project. Gala event raises money for Children's Trust Fund Photos by and courtesy of Lanny Landry Ashe County Children's Trust Endowment held a benefit Valentine Dance last Saturday at Jefferson Landing. There was plenty of food, dancing and fun—plus a silent auction. The Trust helps children age 0-19 in programs provided through the local 4-H and Partnership for Children. All funds raised go directly into the Endowment. BUILD A COMMUNICATIONS PLAN CUSTOM FIT TO YOUR BUSINESS. EMBARQ™ BUSINESS BUNDLES |START WITH LOCAL PHONE ADD SAVE AS MUCH AS ADD LONG BUSINESS DISTANCE DSL WIRELESS SAVE $ SAVE $$ SAVE $$$ ADD s60000 Start with Local Phone with calling features, and add Long Distance, Business -Class DSL and Wireless Phone Service to create a plan that is right for you. Sign up now and get one month free of DSL or wireless service, (up to $75 value). 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The name EMBARQ and the jet logo are trademarks of Embarq Holdings Company LLC. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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An ordinance adopted Monday by the board of com­ missioners requires the set­ back of a large wind energy system (utility scale turbine) at least 1,700 feet from a resi­ dence or commercial building and at least 2,020 feet from a school, daycare, hospital or nursing home. This setback requirement is 700 feet farther than that required for polluting indus­ tries and adult businesses. Richard Calhoun, a former county commissioner who is seeking a permit to construct utility scale wind turbines on Big Springs Mountain in Creston, is now up against county regulation as well as the state's Mountain Ridge Protection Act. He sees the county ordinance as prohibi­ tion rather than regulation. "With this ordinance, the county is not trying to regu­ late, they are trying to ex­ clude and prevent this proj­ ect," Calhoun said. He calls the ordinance a rubber stamp of what the home builders association and board of re­ altors in Ashe want without the commissioners educating themselves about the reali­ ties of wind energy. Not having the planning board involved is also not right, Calhoun said, consider­ ing that the commissioners appear to be serving in that capacity rather than allow­ ing their appointed planning board to discuss the issue and present their recommenda­ tion to the commissioners. The planning board, he said, would have educated them­ selves about the issue and presented a reasonable docu­ ment to the commissioners. The haste in which the commissioners discussed and adopted the Ordinance to Regulate Wind Energy Systems was necessary, ex­ plained the commissioners, in order to have a voice in the issue currently before the NC Public Utilities Commis­ sion. The board enacted its police powers to deal with a regulatory issue. Calhoun's business, Northwest Wind Development, has applied for a certificate of public conve­ nience and necessity in order to construct 25 to 28 wind turbines 260 to 345 feet tall on Big Springs Mountain. He hopes to harness the power of the wind and sell it to Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation, joining efforts around the world to replace fossil fuels (oil and coal) with renewable sources of energy to stop the effects of global warming. This project in Ashe would provide a study area for Ap­ palachian State University students and professors seek­ ing knowledge about wind power in North Carolina and its potential for meeting en­ ergy needs. Those in Ashe opposed to the project do not want to be a study site when this project could have an un­ known impact on the county's environment, property values and mountain viewshed. The issue began in 2003 when Calhoun as a commis­ sioner first brought up the issue of wind energy genera­ tion in the county. He and other commissioners and county officials visited Buf­ falo Mountain in Tennessee Post photo by Linda Burchette to see utility scale wind tur­ People line up for service at the new county-operated tag office, located in the Tax Office on bines and a group called the the second floor of the courthouse. Hours are limited now, but will be extended later. Wind Power Working Group compiled information about wind turbines and energy. Former Commissioner Fre­ da Goodman in August 2003 recommended to the board that they ask the General As­ by Linda Burchette a brief period Ashe residents office is expected to operate were forced to travel to Boone full time each week, Monday sembly to address legislation Assistant Editor Ashe motorists are find­ to deal with vehicle licensing through Friday, when county to exempt Ashe County from the Mountain Ridge Protec­ ing vehicle licensing services issues. Until Tuesday, a part- staff is in place. A temporary tion Act (Ridge Law) in order more efficient with the open­ time operation had been con­ telephone number for vehicle for the county to enact its own ing of a new tag office for the ducted at the DMV office in licensing issues is 219-2559. regulation. (See accompany­ county. Jefferson, but only one staff A new number will be avail­ ing story on the Mountain Operating in the tax ad­ member for this service be­ able when phone service is Area Protection Act.) ministration suite on second ing offered only three days expected to be installed next The turbines seen at Buf­ floor of Ashe County Court­ a week created hardship for week. Those visiting the new falo Mountain were about house, the tag office is being residents. Two people at the 215 feet tall with 75-foot-long manned by state Department new off.^e will help, but ser­ county operated tag office are blades. Goodman made a com­ of Motor Vehicle employees vice won't be provided full reminded that because the ment in those early discus­ until county staff are hired time until the county staff service is located in the court­ house, visitors are subject sions that not as many tech­ and trained. The county has members are in place. Two DM'V employees are to a metal detector installed nical problems hafd occurred taken-over operation of the as anticipated and in the vehicle licensing agency and serving the'county on Tues­ at the courthouse entrance. future these turbines could expects to have county staff days, Wednesdays and Thurs­ Metal objects will set off the days from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. detector and should be left become smaller and more ef­ in place by the end of March. The Ashe County tag office The office is closed for lunch in vehicles along with any ficient. She said that from 10 See Wind, page 5A closed in November and for between noon and 1 p.m. The knives or sharp objects. New tag office opens Battle ahead over Ridge Law and wind energy by Jim Thompson Editor (First of two parts) North Carolina's Ridge Law and wind turbines are heading for a showdown this summer. With that showdown will come a decision that could open the door for an even­ tual wind farm on top of Big Springs Mountain—or close the door even more tightly. The roots of this showdown go back to the late 1970s. In the wake of the oil embargo crisis that took place during that decade, President Jim­ my Carter pressed the nation to explore alternative energy. One such project, managed by NASA, was to build a two megawatt wind turbine on Howard's Knob, above Boone. GE completed the project in October 1978. The goal: to see if the wind turbine could generate enough energy to provide power for 300 to 500 homes. As the wind turbine spun on Howard's Knob, a battle was brewing on the south­ ern end of the valley of the Watauga River. In 1981, Re­ sort Investment Corp. and U.S. Capitol Corp. of South Carolina unveiled plans to build a five-story condomini­ um complex on Sugar Moun­ tain, outside Banner Elk. By the time construction began in 1982, the plans were re­ vised and the result was a 10-story, 320-unit complex known as Sugartop. The result was a firestorm of opposition. Just as had hap­ pened in the battle to save the New River from damming, the controversy over Sugartop brought together local na­ tives and (often transplanted) environmentalists. Added into that mix was a furious and determined Hugh Mor­ ton, president of Grandfather Mountain. Pushed to action, the Avery County commission approved a moratorium on all high-rise development in March 1983. This was followed up later in the year with the Mountain Ridge Protection Act of 1983. Then, on the other end of the valley, Boone's wind turbine shut down and was dismantled the same year. The experiment—which had mixed reviews from local resi­ dents—was over. The future of wind farms in the mountains of North Carolina—at least on the top of ridges, where proponents say the strongest winds may be found—rests on the legal interpretation of a portion of the Mountain Ridge Protec­ tion Act. As shown on the N.C. General Assembly's website, this portion (Chapter 113A206 [3]) reads: (3) "Tall buildings or struc­ tures'' include any building, structure or unit within a multiunit building with a vertical height of more than 40 feet measured from the top of the foundation of said building, structure or unit and the uppermost point of said building, structure or unit; provided, however, that where such foundation mea­ sured from the natural fin­ ished grade of the crest or the natural finished grade of the high side of the slope of a ridge exceeds 3 feet, then such measurement in excess of 3 feet shall be included in the 40-foot limitation described herein; provided, further, that no such building, structure or unit shall protrude at its up­ permost point above the crest of the ridge by more than 35 feet. "Tall buildings or struc­ tures" do not include: a. Water, radio, telephone or television towers or any equip­ ment for the transmission of electricity or communications or both. b. Structures of a relatively slender nature and minor ver­ tical projections of a parent building, including chimneys, flagpoles, flues, spires, steeples, belfries, cupolas, antennas, poles, wires, or windmills. (Our emphasis-ed.) c. Buildings and structures designated as National His­ toric Sites on the National Ar­ chives Registry. This regulation applies to protected mountain ridges— which are defined in the stat­ ute as "all mountain ridges whose elevation is 3,000 feet and whose elevation is 500 or more feet above the elevation of an adjacent valley floor." The key passage, of course, See Ridge Law, page 5A New traffic light coming at dangerous intersection by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Summertime may see a traffic light installed at the intersection of Mount Jef­ ferson Road with US 221 Business in West Jefferson (next to Cardinal Lanes), but changes at the other inter­ section with US 221 (Robert G. Barr Expressway) will take a bit longer. According to Dean Ledbetter, P.E. Division 11 Traf­ fic Engineer for the NC De­ partment of Transportation, Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circu lation@jefferson post.com cla8sified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com "The proposed traffic signal project at the intersection of US 221 Business and Mount Jefferson Road was approved in January by the Spot Safe­ ty Oversight Committee. The project will be presented to the Board of Transportation for their approval at their April meeting. Once ap­ proved, we must still wait for spending authority to begin the work. Our Traffic En­ gineering Branch hopes to grant spending authority as soon as the board approves the project, but that decision will not be made until March at the earliest. The bottom line is that if all goes well, we could have the signal in operation by early July. If the board does not approve the project or if the Traffic Engineering Branch does not grant spending author­ ity, there is no way to know when we could begin work." As for plans at the other intersection, Ledbetter was scheduled to be at the West Jefferson Board of Alder­ Remembering our falien heroes in Iraq 3,142 U.S. service people killed (as of 2/21) 23,530 U.S. service people wounded (as of 2/21) men's February meeting but decided not to come due to inclement weather. Town Manager Greg McGinnis not­ ed that the NCDOT project proposal includes a concrete barrier to prevent traffic from turning left off Mount Jefferson Road on either side of the Barr Expressway and would prevent traffic from going across the Barr Ex­ pressway from either side of Mount Jefferson Road. Ac­ cidents at that intersection, the project notes, is due in great part to problems with sight distance for motorists turning left off Mount Jeffer­ son Road and trying to cross the Barr Expressway. The so­ lution is to have traffic only able to turn right off Mount Jefferson Road onto the BanExpressway. In an email about the project, Ledbetter said, "The proposed improvements on US 221 (Barr Expressway) at Mount Jefferson Road are not as far along as the other project. We have not yet de­ 'Learning to Love You More' Appalachian State University presents "Learn­ ing To Love You More" at the Catherine J. Smith Gallery in Farthing Auditorium through March 2. The exhibit will include work by Appalachian State University students and a selection of par­ ticipants from around the world. The exhibition includes a selection of submis­ sions from the online project, "Learning To Love You More." The conceptual project is comprised of participants' responses to assignments designed by artists and the project creators, Harrell Fletch­ er and Miranda July. Participants accept an as­ veloped detailed plans for those improvements. Since the Town has agreed with our recommendations, we will now pursue a preliminary design and an estimate. That information will be submit­ ted to the Traffic Engineer­ ing Branch with a request for a project. There is no way for us to know how long it would take that proposed project to be approved. I would say that those improvements are at least a year away, but it could be much longer." signment, complete it by following the simple but specific instructions, send in the required report (photograph, text, video, etc), and see their work posted online. Works in the show were selected from the online projects and are composed of a variety of media including photography, drawing, video, audio and 3-D work. Correction Ed Paisley was the installing officer at the installation of 2007 officers by the Ashe County Masons. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Socu Couple celebrates 50th anniversary Reeves and Pat Vannoy celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday, Feb­ ruary 3, at Jefferson Landing. The celebration was given by their children Eddie and Libby Vannoy, and Cameron and Ronda Vannoy. Also attending were other family members and friends. Honorees and guests enjoyed a sit down meal. After this the children presented Mom and Dad with a video of 50 years of marriage and special events. Everyone enjoyed the night. c tl S' c: n v, ti ic n n E v. e ii v> o b P S; O n P ii ii a a Si O V IV cl "s p tl r< T el d fc Segraves couple celebrates 66th wedding anniversary Worth "Fuzz" and Mag­ gie Brooks Segraves recently celebrated their 66th wed­ ding anniversary together at Segraves Care Center with family, friends, and SCC staff. The couple was married on February 15th, 1941. They resided in Lansing for most of those years, and have made their home in the Warrensville community for about the last 18 years. Worth was the owner/op­ erator of Segraves TV & Ra­ dio for many years, and also was the chief of Lansing Fire Department for over 25 years. Maggie worked at Sprague for nearly 30 years, and had been very active with BROC in Warrensville after her re­ tirement from Sprague. Both Worth and Maggie en­ joy music, particularly gospel music, as well as visits from their many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Worth has enjoyed fishing, golf, and working in their yard. Mag­ gie also enjoys gardening in flowers and vegetables. Together the couple have raised 9 children: Johnny Segraves of West Jefferson, Brenda Simmons of Lansing, Phil Segraves of Jefferson, Carol Davis of Deep Gap, Lee Segraves of Idlewild, Steve • Segraves of Jefferson, Patri­ cia Blevins of Creston, Roy Segraves of Warrensville, and Roger Segraves of Ennis. "We're proud of every one of | them", Mom and Dad state. All of the children are very proud of these two as well, and have been very blessed by their parents' devotion to each other and their family. These two have indeed defined what the commitment to marriage and family is about! From all of the children, Dad and Mom, comes a heart­ felt "THANK YOU!" and "We love you!" Birth announcements Ronda and George Roten of Warrensville are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Paige McKinley Roten. She was born on Feb­ ruary 16, 2007 at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. She was six pounds and one ounce, and was 18 and a half inches long. Her grandparents are Ralph and Josephine Sapp, of Cres­ ton, and Earl and Belle Roten of Creston. Ashtean Wolfe and Wil­ liam Malafronti are proud to announce the birth of their son, Nathean Lee James Malafronti. He was born on February 15,2007 at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. He weighed eight pounds and five ounces, and was 19 and a half inches long. His grandparents are J. Renaye Pressley, Wallace Pressley, John F. Malafronti, and Cynthia Malafronti. Sarah and David Wilson of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Rayanna Wilson. She was born at Watauga Medical Center on Febru­ ary 8, 2007. She weighed six pounds and ten ounces. Her great grandparents are Ray and Shirley Wilson of Mary­ land. Vickie and John Baldwin of Lansing are proud to an­ nounce the birth of their son, Coleman Baldwin. He was born at Watauga Medical Center on February 10, 2007. He weighed eight pounds and four ounces. His grandpar­ ents are Charles and Ethel May McCoy, Wayne and Judy Baldwin, Nell Baldwin, Grace Roop, and Odell Wyatt. He was welcomed home by his brother, Chase. Caridad and Daniel Dominguez, of Lansing, are proud to announce the birth of their son, Dillan Mat­ thew Dominguez. He was born at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital on February 5, 2007. He weighed six pounds and eleven ounces and was 20 and a half inches long. His grandparents are Nyeda and Carlos Dominguez, and Susie and Jose Martin. Brandie Page and Jimmy Worley of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Lau­ ra Yvonne Worley. She was born on February 6, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. She weighed five pounds and 4.7 ounces, and was 18 inches long. Her grandparents are Yvonne and Jimmy Worley Sr., and Dick and Laura Page. Laura Yvonne was welcomed home by her siblings, Dakota and Jonathan. Farrah Chestnut and John Malafronti Jr. of Warrens­ ville are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Giovanna Lee Malafronti. She was born on February 7, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hos­ 1 1 pital. Her grandparents are • John F. Malafronti Sr. and Cynthia Malafronti. Andy and Jennifer Phillips of Yadkinville, N.C., formerly of Ashe County, are proud to | announce the birth of their son, William Cody Phillips. He was born on February 8, 2007, and weighed eight pounds and fourteen ounces, and was 21 inches long. His grandparents are Bill and Jackie Little of West Jeffer­ son and Greg and Dana Phil­ lips of Fleetwood. Mary Cathrine and Antho­ ny Palemo of Raleigh, N.C. announce the birth of their daughter, Isabella Raine, born Monday, February 12, at 4:38 p.m. She weighed eight pounts and twelve ounces, and was 21 and a quarter inches long. Her grandpar_ ents are Richard and Cathy Sheperd of Lansing, and Jim • and Barbara Palermo of Ra­ leigh. Isabella Raine and Grandfather f �Make reading fur kids will follow Ask any child what's the difference between playing a video game and reading a book. The likely answer is that video games are fun ... and reading is not. Show kids that reading doesn't have to be a bore, and they'll be more likely to get on board. But how does a parent, caregiver or teacher relay the message that reading is something enjoyable, espe­ cially to those students who may struggle or be distracted with other recreational ac­ tivities? Ed Strachar, a mathemat­ ics whiz and electrical engi­ neer, pondered that question many times. He came up with Reading Genius® For Kids, which helps kids both accel­ erate their reading and do so in an exciting, entertaining way through the utilization of colors, music, brain power building exercises and more. "When reading is fun, im­ provement follows naturally," says Strachar. 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Under terms of the pilot program, hog producers in North Carolina soon could be able to use technology de­ veloped by Smithfield Foods, Murphy-Brown and others to capture methane gas from their farms' anaerobic treat­ ment systems and convert it into electricity. "This pilot program is great news for hog produc­ ers, energy consumers and the environment," said R.C. Hunt, president of the North Carolina Pork Council and a contract hog producer. "Pork industry leaders in North Carolina have worked tire­ lessly for the past several years to make energy gen­ eration from hog operations a viable enterprise. This pilot program will help us see if it will be possible for producers to sell energy at a rate that allows them to justify the capital investment and cover the operating expenses for these projects. "Our hope is that this method of energy production eventually can be done more and more efficiently with ing the North Carolina Gen­ eral Assembly, during the current legislative session, to pass legislation that will en­ able us to go ahead with our program," he said. "If such legislation is not passed, this exciting opportunity may not become a reality." Dr. Mike Williams, director of North Carolina State University's Animal and Poultry Waste Manage­ ment Center, said, "I com- time and experience. From an environmental stand­ point, this program makes good sense because we're pro­ viding a renewable energy source and, by capturing the methane gas, we're lowering greenhouse gas emissions," he added. Hunt pointed out that new state legislation will be required before the pilot program can be imple­ mented. "Today we are ask­ Don't cut Medicaid, Sen. Dole says Washington, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Dole, joined by Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), led 41 other senators in call­ ing for legislative action to prevent implementation of a proposed Medicaid rule change that would dispropor­ tionately affect public provid­ ers that care for Medicaid and low-income patients. Dole has heard from North Carolina hospitals concerned that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) plan would have a devastat­ ing impact on North Caroli­ na's Medicaid system. The rule proposed by CMS on January 18, 2007 would impose cost limits for public health care providers and al- Post file photo Sen. Elizabeth Dole ter the definition of "public" status. The proposed rule would limit payments to gov­ Make good memories with your family by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Today has had me think­ ing about the memories we will leave with our family. We may not aspire to be a head of state but we can take babysteps to make a difference in our world. We are the shining example in our homes. Our personality whether it is positive or nega­ tive flows through our family. It is up to us to set the tone in our home. If we are grouchy then our babies will be grouchy, our critters will be fussy and our spouses will go hide. Isn't it better to have our babies remember us for the twinkle in our eye when they ask if we could come and play and then we say yes!! All because our homes are not weighing heavily on our hearts; now I have huge pud­ dles rolling down my face. Life is too short to not live it to the fullest. When you are dead and gone your babies are not going to remember how clean our homes were, but they will remember that their mother or father was happy and filled their home with love. I just heard the music Going Home from Antonin Dvorak's New World Sym­ phony on TV. I turned off the TV and put on my favorite ra­ dio station to hear mine and Robert's favorite symphony by Camille Saint-Saens; The Organ Symphony. That beau­ tiful music brought back a touching memory of our first kiss. I guess it is those little memories that stay with us all of our lives. My sweetie choreographed our first kiss to the 4th movement when the organist pulls out all the stops on the organ and fills the air with the most wonder­ ful sounds. We don't listen to it often but when we do we are touched by its beauty and power. I feel that this was a God Breeze to affirm this message to you! We all have the power to change the world even if it is just our little neck of the woods. Our attitude is every­ thing. I want for you what I have Peace! Peace in knowing ernment safety-net provid­ ers by capping reimburse­ ment payments, redefining eligible public providers and imposing new restrictions on non-federal funding sources. According to CMS, the esti­ mated impact of these chang­ es could reach $3.87 billion over five years. In a letter to the Senate Fi­ nance Committee chairman and ranking member, Dole and her colleagues wrote: "At a time when states are working toward increasing health care coverage for the uninsured, the CMS proposal would thwart their progress by weakening an already frag­ ile safety net. The Medicaid program is a shared respon­ mend the North Carolina Pork Council, Progress En­ ergy and Smithfield Foods for their roles in this initiative. It's a logical next step to con­ structively build on the objec­ tive information that we have procured from our research efforts over the past five years. I'm especially pleased that the focus is on renewable energy as that is, in my view, one of the best approaches to address the challenge of economic feasibility associ­ ated with improving lagoon sprayfield technology." The "bio-energy gen­ eration system" technology developed by Murphy-Brown is the result of years of con­ sultation and investigation by independent and in-house engineers, researchers and equipment suppliers. The technology involves partially covering an anaerobic treat­ ment system's lagoon and us­ ing a variety of approaches to capture methane gas from the system and, through the use of bio-gas power genera­ tors, convert it into electric­ ity. "We're very proud to be involved in such a worth­ while environmental project like this," said Dennis Treacy, vice president of environ­ mental and corporate affairs for Smithfield Foods. "Smithfield and Murphy-Brown are committed to environmen­ sibility between the states and federal government, and attempts to shift the cost burden onto states will leave them with no choice but to cut benefits or eliminate cov­ erage. The results would be devastating and will likely increase the number of unin­ sured Americans rather than help improve our health care system." Forty-three North Caro­ lina hospitals have "public" status and are eligible for Medicaid reimbursements for services provided to un­ insured and low-income pa­ tients. Currently, these hos­ pitals receive in total $330 million annually from this Medicaid program. tal stewardship, and we are convinced there is vast po­ tential—both environmen­ tally and economically—in producing renewable energy from animal byproducts. "While we know that the existing anaerobic diges­ tion and sprayfield systems currently being used by hog producers are excellent sys­ tems when they are properly sited, designed, constructed and managed, the potential exists to enhance the perfor­ mance of these systems by converting some of the by­ products into renewable en­ ergy," Treacy said. North Carolina's pork industry has a tremen­ dous economic impact on the state. The industry produces almost $7 billion dollars in annual sales, more than $2 billion dollars in annual in­ come and more than 46,000 full-time jobs. The North Caro­ lina Pork Council's mission is to foster, enhance and im­ prove the capabilities of all those associated with pork in North Carolina. NCPC was chartered in 1962 as a North Carolina non-profit corpora­ tion. NCPC is involved in many activities that benefit the state's pork producers, including promotion, con­ sumer information, research, producer education and pub­ lic policy. COMPETITIVE RATES Johnny's 16 and Wants a New Sports Car. Let's Talk. To find out more about our auto insurance for young drivers — Call me... Stop by... Log on - it's your choice! Andy Patton 425 East 2nd St., West Jefferson 846-4196 • pattona1@nationwide.com We Support the NC State Highway Patrol Caisson Unit Auto Nationwide On Your Side Home Life Business Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. 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The money for these services, however, must come from somewhere. The decline in good-pay­ ing jobs with benefits, on a national basis, has pushed an increasing number of people on to the Medicaid rolls—or simply left them out there without health insurance. The result is a growing strain on the sys­ tem. Moreover, Medicaid— it cannot be stressed enough—is not only about those in need. Medicaid provides health services for the mentally and physically handicapped. If, as many have suggested, a society ought to be judged by how it takes care of its weakest members, then we have an obligation to see those who are unable to fend for them­ selves have their health needs met. Cutting Medicaid and other programs is simply dodging the bullet. Sooner or later, the gap that keeps too many Americans from proper healthcare—or bankrupts them if they must have it—has to be addressed by our leaders. A bipartisan effort that looks beyond elections to real leadership can solve this, as we have solved so many problems in our history. IN THE MOST CLEAR AND FORCEFUL... Non-binding Sort of w.ay... Post Member: N.C. Press Association — — ~ ~ ' r » i**-* • » 1AGE v * To the Editor: The main subject in Ashe County is windmills on Big Springs Mountain. Some peo­ ple want them and some peo­ ple don't. I would like to talk a little about something I know something about. They are get­ ting ready to vote on an ABC store in West Jefferson. Several years ago they vot­ ed on beer and wine in West Jefferson and got it. Recently they voted on it in Jefferson and got it. The Bible says, in the book of Proverbs, Chapter 20 - Verse 1 - Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging and who so ever is deceived thereby is not wise. Second Corinthians, Chap­ ter 6 - Verse 17 - Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate saith the Lord, and touch not the un­ clean thing, and I will receive you.The jails and prisons are full, and we are building more of them all the time. Before you vote on this ABC store just think what liquor, beer, wine and dope has caused people to do. Just a few—broken homes, murder, robbery, driving drunk, suicide, rape, and much, much more. I got hooked on beer and liquor when I was young. It caused me to do all kinds of crazy things. I don't see how my wife and family put up with me. It seems like about all my life I was in jail or prison, from driving drunk to about every­ thing else. The last time I was in pris­ on it was March 2003. I was in Salisbury N.C., I knew I couldn't get out in less than 18 months. God put me under a deep conviction and I repented of my sins and he saved me. It's been four years now and I haven't had one drink of alcohol or dope. God led my wife and me to a good spiritual church, Peace Haven Commu­ nity Church at Lansing. They are good spiritual people there. We have a good pastor, Bill Miller. He meets all the quali­ fications of being a God-called pastor: Husband of one wife. Read I Timothy - Chapter 3 - Verses 1-7. I was born and raised in Ashe County, and I love Ashe County. On the Wind Mill Farm, let all of us pray that the Utility Commission and our county manager and our county com­ missioners will make the right decision. The Bible teaches us to pray for them that rule over us. Please vote no on the ABC store. We need to do all we can to keep liquor out of Aihe County. Ted Gilley Lansing FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2 ^ — 7 "NOVUMJWE IN A«5 FWCL OF EXPERTS TO TALK ABOUT AT'ASTCOMAJJT-LOVE -TPIAN&LEATTEMFTED-MURDER OEE' HCW TUERE's. REALLY NOTHING NEW "ID TALK ABOUT..." Letters to the Editor ABC vote To the Editor: As a man of faith, I feel compelled to address the is­ sue of the ABC store that is coming up for a vote in March. The Holy Bible speaks strongly against the taking of strong drink, and I believe that should be the final word concerning such an establish­ ment in our community. Dur­ ing a recent conversation I had with Alderman McMillan, he stated: "If we (meaning West Jefferson) don't, then Jefferson will." The same statement was also printed in the Jefferson Post. I should hope that West Jefferson voters in favor of an ABC store would realize the additional 'business' they will be providing for those located in the town of Jefferson. The hospital is there, as is the Jail, Ambulance service, and the Department of Social Services. "Revenue generated" does not condone this shortsighted vi­ sion, as more funds will indeed be needed for emergency per­ sonnel. Additional law enforcement, court staff, counseling, shelter provisions for the increase in domestic violence will also be needed. I am sure the person­ nel of funeral homes located in our county are not looking forward to the results of this misguided venture. I, for one, will not vote to convenience those who currently have to travel elsewhere to indulge in this sad vice, and hope that every person of conscience in West Jefferson will also stand with me against the establish­ ment of such an unneeded and unwelcome facility. God bless, Rev. Mike Medley ers, and investors are attracted by our cool summers, beautiful mountains, long-range views, and the non-industrial nature of the area. Fully 52% of the 265,000 acres that make up our County is owned by people who were not born here. The main attraction seems to be what people can see when they come here. It includes what they see on our ridge tops. It includes what they see going to and what they can see while at the property they own. In short, our present pros­ perity - so long in coming - is largely a result of the invest­ ment in the local real estate by persons who came here look­ ing for what they did not have where they were. So, what are we to do with the main asset we have in our economic cookie jar? Risk it? For what? To give Appalachian State University professors a laboratory in which to study wind power? To stop a coalfired generating plant planned by Duke Power? Hardly. Power companies would be happy to improve their pub­ lic image by swapping what is perceived to be a polluting method of generating electric­ ity for what many think is a cleaner, renewable source of energy. In a rush to fix the problem of global warming, a matter still in dispute, government leaders are embracing the fan­ tasy that wind power holds the promise of a future world of a clean, harmless, inexhaustible supply of electricity that would solve our home and business energy demands. It is a nice dream. The sad reality, though, is that wind power is intermit­ tent, and is therefore unde- To the Editor: pendable. The few power com­ It will be one year later this panies in our country familiar month that the county com­ with how useful wind-generat­ missioners with exception of ed electricity actually is freely Commissioner Calhoun voted admit that wind power is an to spend $750,000 for the Eller impractical contributor to our property to build a jail and law To the Editor: center. I write to you as a person country's energy supply. Recent reports from two in­ The commissioners got who was born in Ashe County and as a real estate broker and dustrialized countries suggest wrong information and didn't appraiser for the past twenty- they are scaling back their even check with the town of enthusiasm for wind turbines, Jefferson to see what the zon­ five years. In the 1940s and 1950s, citing as the primary problem ing was for the Eller property. The three commission­ during the time I grew up, life the heavy cost (twice that of was hard in Ashe County. My conventional sources of ener­ ers that voted to spend the family was poor but there were gy.) The additional costs will be money still think they can sell many others who also faced passed onto consumers; they the property at a profit. Who would want to buy a house constant financial anxiety. Jobs always are. As a NC/VA State Certi­ right next to a three story high of any kind were scarce. Up until about 1960, our County fied General Appraiser, I have jail? Personally, I think they lost population virtually every appraised property on which want to hold on to it, thinking year. In fact, there were more are located large transmission the zoning will be changed at people living here in 1941 than lines. The adverse economic some time. Our neighbors, my wife and there were in 1960. Most of impact can be devastating. If, those taking their families and as some wind power advocates I are very proud of the Jeffer­ going up north did so to find have reportedly proposed, son zoning and planning board there are eventually going and our Aldermen who voted work. In the 1970s and 1980s, we to be 10 - 11 industrial wind to keep the residential zoning began to see Christmas tree complexes scattered around in place. I don't understand why last farms bring a measure of pros­ our County, vast amounts of perity to several of our farm­ land may be damaged, caus­ year's commission wanted to ers. It was not, though, until ing many land owners to lose devalue the Oak Grove neigh­ the 1990s and into this cen­ valuable real estate through borhood. With the east side of the courthouse already cleared tury that our County could ac­ condemnation proceedings. Worse would be the loss of and a couple of other sites to curately be described as pros­ $35 million in income from choose. perous. That prosperity comes tourists and millions from Tabor M. Bell largely from an influx of people property acquisition as values Jefferson from other states and places adjacent to - or in view of in North Carolina who came these offensive sites plummet. I encourage all Ashe County to visit and enjoy our moun­ tains and our way of life. Many landowners to study this issue made this their permanent carefully. I believe doing so will home. Others bought or built convince everyone that sacri­ To the Editor: I'd like to take a moment vacation homes. Thousands of ficing our hard-won prosperity for so little potential gain is in of your time and share my acres of mountain land have thoughts on the ongoing in­ been purchased because of its no one's best interest. vasion of Iraq. President investment potential and con­ Phil Lewis Bush has had four years tinuous increase in value. Jefferson since his little 'Mission Com­ Visitors, second-home own- County jail Wind farm (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster — Anti-ABC Editorial Sen. Elizabeth Dole, RNC, is among 43 U.S. sena­ tors lined up to block a Medicaid rule change that could be devastating to many hospitals across the nation. On Jan. 18, the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services proposed a rule change that would cut $3.87 billion from Medicaid reim­ bursements in five years. That's serious news, because North Carolina's public hospitals receive $330 mil­ lion per year to provide care to Medicaid clients. The cuts would push hospitals already reeling from ear­ lier cuts—including Ashe Memorial Hospital—into even deeper waters. Support for blocking this rule through legislation is a bipartisan effort, with Sens. Dole and Dick Durbin, D111. Cutting Medicaid reim­ bursements sounds like welfare reform. The real­ ity, however, is that it is virtually an attack on local hospitals. Washington can­ not find a way to solve the nation's disastrous health­ care crisis, so they decide to save dollars by pushing the problem downward. The result is to trap hos­ pitals between a lack of reimbursements and rising costs. Hospitals must treat anyone who walks in the Q Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Out of Iraq plete' song and dance routine to bring peace to Iraq. Every option he has tried to achieve that goal has failed. Now he wants to expend more Amer­ ican lives and money on yet another experiment that everyone with half a brain knows is not going to work either. The Democrats, by con­ trast, seem to have adopted a "stay the course" strategy. While they oppose the Pres­ ident's new plan, they seem in no hurry to do anything about leaving or ending the occupation. Our foreign poli­ cy is adrift, at the cost of in­ nocent American lives and hundreds of billions of your tax money. It is time to give up and cut our losses. I think the verdict from the laborato­ ry is already clear. Too many Iraqi's prefer war to peace. This is their decision, their responsibility and should be­ come their problem. If the Iraqi factions want peace, they can negotiate a settlement. American diplo­ mats may have a role to play in this, if the Iraqi factions desire it, but our troops are not needed for this purpose. Their presence in Iraq mere­ ly clouds the issue. Are we supposed to choose sides? Which side are we supposed to favor, the Sunni or the Shia? The Sunni are the minority, but the Shia are tied to Iran. Do we really have a horse in that race? Are we supposed to attack both at once, and assume that this will lead to a peace settlement? There are no American answers to these questions. There is no place for U.S. sol­ diers in this equation. It is an Iraqi question that only the Iraqi's can answer. That is, after all, what self-determi­ nation is all about. It is time to end the U.S. occupation of Iraq. I believe HR 413 provides the correct means to achieve that goal. HR 413 would de-authorize the occupation. We got into this mess because Congress authorized it. We must get out of it by having Congress de-authorize it. De-authoriz­ ing is a smarter first step to de-funding. If Congress starts by de-funding the occupation the President will claim that Congress is really de-funding (and thus, not support­ ing!) the troops. Congress can sidestep this rhetorical game-playing by first remov­ ing the President's authority to continue the occupation. Once this is done the President cannot continue the occupation on his own. Congress can then begin the de-funding process from a position of moral and le­ gal strength. Congress must reassert its Constitutional control over the war-making power. The President has no Constitutional authority to make war or occupy foreign countries on his own. Only Congress has the Constitu­ tional power to authorize war, and what Congress has authorized, it can de-autho­ rize. Please contact our repre­ sentatives today to let them know how you feel about this bill! Senators Burr and Dole, along with Representative Foxx seem to think that ev­ eryone here in NC supports it. That's not what I hear when I talk to people around here. Jeff Cannon West Jefferson �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Classes about to start in new Creative Food Ventures Kitchen The 2007 growing season is under way. Farmers markets are organizing, seed swaps and growers schools are hap­ pening soon, and classes are about to begin in conjunc­ tion with the new Creative Food Ventures Kitchen in Ashe County. What an excit­ ing time to be cultivating the land! Contact Cooperative Extension at 219-2650 for information on any of the fol­ lowing learning and market­ ing opportunities. 1) Wednesday, Feb. 28: Deadline for the ASAP Local Food Guide Many of you have already listed your farms in the Ap­ palachian Sustainable Ag­ riculture Project (ASAP) Buy Appalachian Local Food Guide, which is an excellent tool to reach the expanding "buy-local," base of custom­ ers. ASAP's guide is free to farmers, and their publica­ tion-deadline for the printed edition is coming at the end of February. If you're not yet in the Guide, take a moment now to enter your farm's in­ formation at www.buyappalachian.org. If you happen to miss that deadline, go ahead and enter your farm's infor­ mation anyway, and it will be online all year, and ready for print-publication next time. If you have any trouble navigat­ ing the Guide, feel free to con­ tact Cooperative Extension for assistance and further in­ formation. 2) Saturday, March 3: High Country Growers School & Seed Swap, Jefferson Swapping heirloom variet­ ies of seeds, roots, bulbs, and apple scionwood has become a springtime tradition in the High Country. This year, Cooperative Extension and partners are planning a Seed Swap & Growers School at Ashe Family Central in Jef­ ferson. The Seed Swap will begin at 9 a.m. and continue through 4 p.m. All growers and gardeners are invited to bring a little of what they have grown and saved, and to take some new varieties home with them. Classes will take place throughout the day on topics such as seed-saving and incubating a new gen­ eration of young farmers. An ever-popular class on graft­ ing apple trees will be offered by Ron & Suzanne Joyner of Big Horse Creek Farm. The Joyners will offer a chance for hands-on learning again by sharing their knowledge of successful grafting tech­ niques and also offering root stocks for sale to growers who want to start their own apple trees at the workshop. The High Country Seed Swap and Growers School is free (with the exception of ap­ ple rootstocks) and open to all of the public. If you are just starting out gardening and don't yet have seeds or rootdivisions to share, don't wor­ ry: just come this year and get what you need, and be sure to grow and save enough seeds to share some at next year's swap. 3) Tuesdays, March 8-29: Food-Business Classes at the new Kitchen The new Creative Food Ventures Kitchen at Ashe Family Central has teamedup with Wilkes Community College to offer a series of free classes on Tuesdays in March to help food-business entre­ preneurs to get started on the right track. To register or for more information, please be sure to call the Wilkes Com­ munity College Small Busi­ ness Center, Celia Robinson at 846-3900 Ext. 223. All Seminars will be held at the Family Central Confer­ ence Room. Pre-registration is required for these. So, You Think You Want To Cook? March 8, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wind sign will be addressed as well as packaging for larger food batches. 4) Saturday, March 10: Or­ ganic Growers School, BRCC, Flat Rock Our local High Country Seed Swap and Growers' School on March 3 (above) is a small and down-home event. If you're ready for something larger, including a chance to learn from and network with some of the best organic farmers in the southeast, you may be ready for the Organic Growers School in Flat Rock. This year's program includes dozens of classes, ranging from organic beekeeping to weed ecology, with much more. Find out all about it at: http://www.organicgrowersschool.org. 5) Saturday, March 17: Shiitake Mushroom Log Workshop, Warrensville There must be something intriguing about growing mushrooms in logs, because even after five years of offer­ ing workshops in our area, we still get requests for more in­ formation on the subject. For this reason, Cooperative Ex­ tension will offer a half-day­ long workshop on successful­ ly inoculating and cultivating shiitake mushrooms on natu­ ral logs in outdoor environ- ments. The workshop will take place at the Spin a Yarn, Weave a Web store at 5983 Hwy 194 N., Warrensville from 1-6 p.m. The workshop will consist of presentations of both basic mushroom biolo­ gy and cultivation techniques, plus hands-on practice of the process of drilling, inoculat­ ing, and waxing the logs for successful production. The mushroom workshop is free and open to the public, but we do ask that you RSVP with the Ashe County Center of NC Cooperative Extension so that we can be sure that enough tools and other sup­ plies are on-hand. To sign­ up, please call Cooperative Extension at (336) 219-2650. More information about Spin a Yarn, Weave a Web can be found at: http://www.foxfireholler.com/. 6) Monday, March 19: Watauga County Farmers Market Annual Meeting During the 2006 season, the Watauga County Farmers Market had its best year ever, and grower participation and customer support looks to make 2007 even better! The annual meeting of the Watau­ ga County Farmers Market will take place at 7 p.m. at the Watauga County Agricul­ tural Conference Center. The meeting's agenda will include an update from the Farmers Market Board, a review of rules and policies, a discus­ sion of the year ahead, and elections for the open officers' and board members' seats. All current and potential market vendors are invited to attend (although you must already be a member to vote). For more information, call Rich­ ard Boylan at the Watauga County Center of NC Coop­ erative Extension at (828) 264-3061 or Market Manager Karen Bauman at (828) 2641917. 7) Tuesday, March 20: Ashe County Farmers Mar­ ket Committee Meeting The Ashe County Farmers Market also continues to grow by leaps and bounds, and this year will herald the comple­ tion of a new Market Shelter in West Jefferson, plus many other exciting developments. The Ashe County Farmers Market Committee will next meet at 3:30 p.m. All Ashe County growers and crafters are invited to attend (you must live, grow, and craft in Ashe County to participate in this market). For more infor­ mation, call Richard Boylan at the Ashe County Center of NC Cooperative Extension, (336)219-2650. Ridge Law — continued from front page is (3)b. How that is read de­ NC House of Representatives Neither Cooper's opinion termines whether you believe 1975-1995 nor the memories of retired wind turbines, such as stood In his testimony before the legislators are binding on the on Howard's Knob 25 years Utilities Commission earlier Utilities Commission, nor the ago, are exempt or not. this month, Dr. Dennis Scan- court system. The decision Attorney General Roy Coo­ lin of Appalachian State Uni­ must ultimately rest on an per says they are not exempt. versity stated the former Rep. interpretation of the law as it In an opinion he gave on Feb. Margaret "Pinky" Hayden was written. 4, 2002, regarding a wind en­ agreed with Diamont in his (On Tuesday: Part Two: The ergy project in Tennesee, Coo­ statement. Controversy Resurfaces) per held that wind turbines and wind mills—apparently meaning the traditional, small units—are distinct. His present opinion appears un­ changed—that wind turbines such as are proposed for Big Springs Mountain are "tall buildings or structures" and Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Farmers try to protect greens- prohibited. Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM But there are differing pace and visual corridors, views. On Feb. 8, former N.C. but economics are making it impossible to keep things Rep. David Diamont wrote the same. "It can either be this letter regarding his view developed, or give it a rea­ of the law: son to survive," he said of the To whom it may concern: ISIGIP' I was a member of the mountaintops. "To deny this NC Legislature in 1983 and opportunity to North Caro­ linians to place these slender chaired the subcommittee technological advances on the that developed the Mountain appropriate ridges is to deny Ridge Protection Act of 1983. the blessing given by the pro­ My recollection of the exemp­ Ilk tion for windmills that ex­ vider." ists in the law is that it was Also speaking during public comment was Chris intended to exempt wind en­ Turner representing the Si­ ergy producing technologies PG13 erra Club and reading a posi­ including electricity produc­ tion statement on windmills, ing windmills, and the Modsaying that once the capital 1, 2 MW utility scale wind investment is made, farmers turbine on Howard's Knob in can still use their land and Watauga County in particu­ the club supports farmers us­ lar. I hope this will be helpful ing harvesting of the wind as in clarifying this issue. a way to protect and preserve Sincerely, David Diamont farmland. In opposition was Joseph Martin of Grassy Creek, an organic farmer in Ashe who said that farming in the county is not dead but seeing a resurgence with the growth of organically produced prod­ ucts. He feels the wind tur­ bines would be detrimental to the mountain vistas so many come to Ashe County to see and enjoy. Chairman Blackburn said the county's ordinance can be amended and "tweaked" as the county becomes more informed about wind energy generation. Calhoun said it is VIETRI" L ° c n t e d t h e Art & Jewelry District of West Jefferson hard to undo something once IllKtSISTlkly iTillliW at 111-B Jefferson Avenue • 336-846-6795 it is done. SHOWTIME continued from front page miles away you couldn't see the wind turbines and that close up the three observed were not as noisy as a clothes dryer in a home. Calhoun's proposed wind turbines are 30 to 130 feet taller than those seen at Buf­ falo Mountain with longer blades. They are approxi­ mately the equivalent of a 30-story building. In some cases, turbines have been dis­ cussed that are 500 feet tall. Calhoun's company would need to do wind studies at the Big Springs Mountain site to determine the appropriate technology needed to harness the wind. In 2003, Calhoun said this type project is a way to bring new technology to the county and appropriately trained personnel. "We need to pur­ sue this and try to change the way we look at the Ridge Law to see this allowed to de­ velop," he said. As for the current project by Northwest Wind Devel­ opment, Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation has not made an official state­ ment, but in Aiigust 2003, the cooperative's Director of Economic Development Brian Crutchfield said Blue Ridge Electric is interested in the potential of wind power, and North Carolinians are sup­ portive of it as a renewable and clean source of power. It's new here, he said, and cur­ rently restricted in develop­ ment because of the state's Ridge Law, but he sees a fu­ ture in which wind power is a part of Blue Ridge Electric's power service. "North Carolina is not an energy producer. What we have is produced elsewhere and brought in," he said. "It would be nice to have energy sources of our own. The com­ missioners are showing fore­ sight to be considering this and not being afraid to look at it." Commissioner Richard Blackburn, now chairman of the board, said in 2003 that he is in favor of cleaner, more efficient energy production and the county should pursue this issue. In recent meetings and hearings, Blackburn has reiterated the county's inter­ est in renewable energy and its desire to have a say in de­ velopment issues. He insists that the county ordinance is an effort to have a voice in the issue of wind energy gen­ Business basics 101 for anyone wishing to produce and sell a food product. Stu­ dents will learn the basics for starting a food based compa­ ny including the need for in­ corporation, financial report­ ing, food costing, marketing, distribution and other related topics. The class will assist potential entrepreneurs in determining if there is a need for their product and how to assess interest. Regulatory Compliance for Food Based Companies. March 15, 5:30-8:30 p.m, This course will teach indi­ viduals how to produce foods that are compliant with all Department of Health and Department of Agriculture regulations. Students will learn how to access resources necessary to ensure their food is produced, handled and de­ livered in a satisfactory man­ ner. Marketing Cakes, Molas­ ses, Hot Sauce and Other Food Products March 22, 5:30-8:30 p.m. This course will explore different marketing strate­ gies for selling food based products. From major dis­ tributors to local stores learn what the consumer is looking for and how to meet their ex­ pectations. Students will see several real life examples of market­ ing strategies for food based companies that have worked and some that have not worked so well. Packaging 101 For Food Sales March 29, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Learn the importance of the proper packaging for your food product based on the an­ ticipated end user. The class will learn proper packaging techniques, how to create a realistic marketing plan and how to get your product in front of potential buyers. Also, proper labeling and de- eration and not an effort to prohibit these proposed wind turbines. Such a project can­ not be prohibited, he said, be­ cause the county has no zon­ ing. It can only be regulated. Calhoun disagrees, saying the setback and height re­ quirements in the ordinance are detrimental to his pro­ posed project. A longtime pro­ ponent of comprehensive land use planning for the county, he said, "If this project gets us to where we get county wide zoning equitable for the whole county, then I would consider it a success. I have always tried to vote in favor of the farmer and the landowner, but I think the meeting Mon­ day night turned the corner where local landowners have lost to outside interest. It was a turning point where the county turned over control to outside interests." During public comment at Monday's commission meet­ ing, Calhoun said he is pursu­ ing this project on principle not for personal interest. "It would be nice to benefit from it, but that is not the real is­ sue, its principle," he said. "This ordinance will restrict property rights, and I don't think that's what we want to accomplish. This type of hap­ hazard zoning is not accept­ able." Calhoun said wind farm projects will protect greenspace in the county by allow­ ing farmers to make a living continuing to farm their land. VOTE AGAINST ALCOHOL ON MARCH 6TH Your friends from the Ashe Baptist Association, which consists of 7,205 folks in Ashe County, want to encourage our friends of West Jefferson to vote "AGAINST" a liquor store and liquor by the drink on March 6th. Your vote affects us all. We are Christians for a drug free community. Paid for by the Christian Action League of Ashe Theatre One _ Ghost Rider,J Theatre Two Norbit Savings tfp t® 75% Off • //iu//f'y • f/t/'/ft'/'. Jf /re/ry mi Q The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 1, 2007 at 5:50 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning ordinance of the Town of West Jefferson. A text amendment to the Neighborhood Service (NS) District is requested. The proposed text amendment will add "Engineering Offices," "Surveyor Offices," "Real Estate Offices," and "Accounting Offices" as permitted uses. This amendment is requested by S. Douglas Spell since he owns properties within the NS District and the proposed permitted uses are consistent within the NS District. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 1, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning ordinance of the Town of West Jefferson. Sections 71-75 within Article VII of the Town of West Jefferson's Zoning Ordinance are requested to be deleted. Additionally, these sections will be replaced with Section 71-Planning Board Action with sub-sections A and B; and Section 72-Board of Aldermen Action with sub-sections A and B also. This action was requested by the Town Manager in order to create a more efficient amendment process. D �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Baptist Association to mark 300th anniversary PHILADELPHIA (BP)— The first Baptist associa­ tion in America will mark its 300th anniversary in Septem­ ber, and Southern Baptists will join in the celebration at a special associational mis­ sions rally June 10 prior to the Southern Baptist Conven­ tion's annual meeting in San Antonio. The rally, which will promote the continuing need for associational work, will be held at San Antonio's First Baptist Church. Founded in 1707, the Philadelphia Baptist Associa­ tion - now affiliated with the American Baptist Churches (USA) - has assisted count­ less churches in starting, developing, growing and ex­ tending the Gospel through a unified message and effort. Today, however, the constitu­ ency that the Philadelphia association reaches is vastly different. They are no longer mostly white and scattered across the countryside as they were in the Colonial era. James McJunkin Jr., ex­ ecutive minister for the asso­ ciation, said the churches that make up this American Bap­ tist region are ethnically and economically diverse. "The mix is continuing to increase," McJunkin said. "We have con­ gregations in the inner city and some in more wealthy ar­ eas. The congregations speak 13 different languages as the demographics shift in America and people come from around the world. The makeup of the association today reflects that — from the Haitian churches, to the Russian, Lithuanian, Chinese, Latino, Liberian and African American." The Philadelphia Baptist Association today represents 128 churches in its region, but in its line of descendants are more than 1,200 South­ ern Baptist associations rep­ resenting more than 43,000 churches with 16.5 million members around the country. Wills said the Philadelphia Association modeled imity based on a shared commit­ ment to the same views of biblical doctrine, biblical mo­ rality and biblical ecclesiology. The formation of the as­ sociation in 1707 represented "their shared commitment to zealous action and effort in missions, evangelism, and theological education. The Philadelphia Association sent out gospel preachers as mis­ sionaries to other colonies as early as the 1750s." Today, most Southern Baptist associations have ad­ opted the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 as a means of maintaining healthy, cooper­ ating churches. David Waltz, executive director of the Bap­ tist Convention of Pennsyl­ vania-South Jersey, said the associations in his state and southern New Jersey use the confession to inform churches that wish to participate in as­ sociational life. "Many of the associations have adopted the statement, not as a binding document, but to say, 'If you want to know who we are and what we believe, this is it,"' Waltz said. "It's our way of making sure that they are not all over the map in our beliefs and doctrines." In his state, the makeup of associations is changing as the proximity of churches is no longer a reason or a prerequi­ site for fellowship, Waltz said. Some churches now associate with each other by size, wor­ ship style and whether they are traditional or "emerg­ ing churches." That may or may not be a positive change, Waltz said. But one positive change is that associations have again begun to serve as the primary decision-makers about how many churches will be planted and where. In this way, associations are re­ claiming their missional role and not simply serving as another level of bureaucracy, Waltz said. "This is part of our new regional strategy, which has been more successful," Waltz said. "We've moved that deci­ sion on church planting out of the state offices, and it's created a sense of teamwork. That's one way we can build a bridge between the state con­ vention and the association." The associations in Penn­ sylvania also are serving in a "catalytic role," training leaders, working toward im­ proving Sunday Schools and assisting churches in locating evangelistically minded pas­ tors. "In other words, we want to make churches want to grow," Waltz said, adding that if associations are not evange­ listic, they will face an ongoing Assembly of God Church Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC (88 West - Lejt on McNeil. One Block). Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Pastor George Norris Sunday School 9:45 a.m. llaldmountainchurch.orK Email: Baldmountain@skybc.st.com Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Church 877-1551) Parsonage 877-2042 Christian life. The beginning of faith is hearing the word of God. Romans 10:17. So then faith cometh >y hearing, and by hearing by the word of God. In order for someone to have faith in God they must tear his word. Without hearing God's word man can not have faith. A living faith is a faith that is active and not dormant. Our faith must be active when it comes to God and His word. Throughout the Bible there were many that had an active laith or simply a living faith. A living faith requires works for it to become living. God tells us through His word that faith and works are both required to be well pleasing in His eyes. _ Faith and works go hand in hand when it comes to God. James 2:17. Even so faith, if it na h not works is dead, being alone. James says that faith separated from works is dead. From this verse we can see that faith being alone is dead. In order for one to have a living and active faith works must go along with faith. James 2:18. Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: show me thy faith without thy works, and I will show thee my faith by my works. The way we show our faith is by our works. Faith and works go together to save man. Hebrews 11:7, "By faith Noah, being warned of God things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared the ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by laith. What saved Noah and his family from the flood? If Noah would have had faith only and did not prepare the aik like God said, he and his family would have perished along with everyone else. Because ol Noah s laith and his works, which was preparing the ark and believing in God's word, he and his lamily were saved from the flood. We can see that if Noah did not have that living and active faith then he and his family would have perished when God destroyed the world with the llood. From what we can see through the example of Noah, faith and works are important and they are needed both to be well pleasing in the sight of God and to have eternal life. There are many examples in the Word of God that show us that faith and works go hand in hand together. Wc must all have a living oi active faith. What is a living or active faith? A living or active faith is a faith that has works behind it. Wc can not separate faith from works. Douglas Frazier I [ | |Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail H Name: Address: State: Q Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study Zip: Phone: ( ) Mail Request to: WJ Church of Christ, P0 Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Beaver Creek Christian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Pastor, Chris Cox Sendees: Fleetwood, NC West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Minister Creighton Beatty Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship II:00 a.m. Evening Soviet 6:30 p.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Sendee 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 846-3954 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Rev. Keith Casey 9178.Old Hwy. 16 - Crumple,: NC 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Service 11:00 urn & 6:00 pm Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. • I "And He ltd them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Friendly Grove Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 891 Friendship Baptist Church KdJefTerson, NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Sendee 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Mount Jefferson (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday * Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday * I.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday' Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday » Prayer Meeting Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. \ ' Sunday £Jol.^ A.M. Worship -10:30 A.M. Sun<lav leaching serm*-6:00 >'-M- Wednesday I'raver & Bible Study - 7:00 P We have a nursery and children churches avctilahle St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 336-667-6092 Main <5 Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 am Saturday Evening Mass 5:00pm English A 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Saturday Sendees: Bible School - 10:00 AM Sabbath Worship - 11:15 AM 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Sendee We would love to have you come worship with us. North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion (Episcopalian) to fellowship with us every Sunday!" St. Mary's Church Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Suiulay School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Sendee • 7:00 p.m. Worship.at li:00 a.\n. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Mt. Jefferson Church '' of the Nazarene "Corne as you are, you will he loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship A Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church); 846-9378 Rev. J.F. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 South St. (/ust off East Main), Jefferson, NC (336)246-9642 West Jefferson Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Family Time Fellowship - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00AM Suiulay Evening Worship - 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study-7:00PM Nursery provided for all services 10:00 a.m. Phone - 982-3076 Warrensville United Methodist Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Pastor: Kevin Morgan Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 pan- "Dives Mi and wants you Releasing others to continue on of Warrensville Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. (336) 246-9512 Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Leading the lost to Christ with Love Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community Seventh-Day Adventist Church Casual & Contemporary 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages Christ Centered 846-7481 Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing ffunday School at 10:00 a,in. Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear n Non-Denominational Sunday Morning Worship Sendee-11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Sendee - 7:00P.M. Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Senil es - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Services • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00p.m. Iff invite you to join us for a Cod centered, •family worshipping experience. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. I b City: Barnett Si. ' West Jefferson Pastor Lewis Poag Worship' 11:00 AM When we look al the word faith it is a big word when it comes to the Bible. We know that the Christian life is a life of faith. Hebrews 11:6. But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently see him. We can not be well pleasing to God if we do not have faith. Faith is very important to God anc t e Cornerstone Fellowship Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Childretts Sunday School -10:00 AM A Living Faith (West Jefferson Church of Christ) "Join us in worship to Christ" 336-877-2801 Bitty Robinson - Pastor k. 221 Burnett St.. IOff Buck Mtn. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Cluircli Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence 495 Highway 194 South Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM day, White said. Church of Christ at West Jefferson Blue Ridge Worship Center Bethany United Methodist Church Presbyterian Church expand the local church - should be modeled again to­ BACK TO THE BIBLE Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School IO. OOAM Worship ll:OOAM and 6:00PM MONDAY Community (fare 6:00PM IPrayer il Outreach) WEDNESDA Y- Family Nigltt 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry. Teen lime) "A Church focused - on faith, family di the future" 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunduy Morning Worship Service • 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday• Evening - 7:00pm Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. That is why the efforts of the Philadelphia Associa­ tion — formed to protect and Baldwin Community Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Corner of Faw-Rolcmd <S McNeil Sis • Jefferson struggle of relevance. For that matter, churches will face the same struggle, he said. Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School - 1 0:00AM Worship ~ 11 :00AM 194 and 88 West. Smethport. N( Sunday School 9:45 am.« Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Sendees 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Sendee 7:0bp.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise Visitors become family Welcome Home Baptist Church Office Phone: J36-9X2-9410 • Ra Lonnie Jones • Pastor Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Your Guide To We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net ******************** Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. Jefferson -Hut 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. 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NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 PAGE 7 A COMMUNITY NEWS Public health officials Fewer retail clerks are urge North Carolinians selling tobacco to minors to check peanut butter 15 salmonella cases in North Carolina linked to peanut butter RALEIGH - Officials with the North Carolina Division of Public Health are urging people to check their pantries to see if they have peanut butter that could be contami­ nated with salmonella. So far, 15 cases of salmonella that appear to be linked to contaminated peanut butter have been investigated by the North Carolina Division of Public Health. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the affected brands of pea­ nut butter are Peter Pan and Great Value manufactured in Georgia by ConAgra with the product code beginning with "2111". The FDA issued an advisory concerning the contaminated peanut but­ ter earlier this week and the manufacturer has recalled the peanut butter "Check your peanut but­ ter. If it is Peter Pan or Great Value, then look for the num­ ber on the lid. If that number begins with "2111," then you should take action." said Dr. Megan Davies, an epidemi­ ologist with the N.C. Division of Public Health." Davies said that the ac­ tions people should take are different, depending on their situation: IF THE JAR IS UN­ OPENED - Throw the pea­ nut butter out to make sure it isn't consumed. IF YOU ARE SICK AND HAVE EATEN THE CON­ TAMINATED PEANUT BUTTER WITHIN THE PAST 10 DAYS - Seek medi­ cal care. Tell your doctor that you have eaten potentially contaminated peanut butter. Label the jar with your name and the date and save it in a place where it can't be eaten. If your doctor determines that you have salmonella, public health authorities may want to test the peanut butter. IF YOU ATE THE POTEN­ TIALLY CONTAMINATED PEANUT BUTTER, BUT ARE NO LONGER SICK There is no way to link a past illness to the peanut butter, because a lab test would have been required while you are sick. Throw the peanut but­ ter out. IF YOU ARE SICK, ATE PEANUT BUTTER, BUT IT ISN'T THE PEANUT BUT­ TER LINKED TO SALMO­ NELLA CONTAMINATION - There is no link between salmonella and other peanut butter than the two brands with the specific product code. Seek medical attention. Peanut Butter/Salmonella February 16, 2007 Most people infected with Salmonella develop diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps 12 to 72 hours after infection. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days, and most people recover without treatment. However, in some people the diarrhea may be so severe that the patient needs to be hospital­ ized. The elderly, infants, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely to have a severe illness. So, far 15 cases of salmo­ nella in North Carolina have been linked to the contami­ nated peanut butter. North Carolina is one of 39 states where people were sickened as part of the outbreak. RALEIGH - The N.C. De­ partment of Crime Control and Pubic Safety Secretary Bryan Beatty today announced the number of retail clerks selling tobacco to minors has dropped more than 60 percent in the past decade. "This is great news coming from a state where typically, more than 24,000 young peo­ ple start smoking each year," Beatty said. "Our youth need a clear, fresh start on life, and cigarettes can often lead to other drug use. State Alco­ hol Law Enforcement agents have done a great job in mak­ ing a substantial dent in the sale of tobacco to minors." In 2006, the Division of Al­ cohol Law Enforcement cited only 18% of the retail stores checked for underage tobacco sales. That's down from 49% in 1997 when ALE was desig­ nated the lead agency for to­ bacco enforcement. The declining rates can largely be attributed to ef­ forts of the NC Alcohol Law Enforcement Division and its partnership with the Depart­ ment of Health and Human Services and the Health and Wellness Trust Fund. For the past four years, the N.C. Health and Wellness Trust Fund has financed an education and enforcement program to reduce youth to­ bacco access. With this fund­ ing, ALE has conducted more than 32,000 tobacco compli­ H EGAL CINEMAS A * i 0 * L T S'. b H t vROUP CO W»A*Y DIG = DIGITAL §5UND BARGAIN SHOWS IN() • PawDiscount Ticket Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 210 New Market St Center ance checks on retail outlets throughout the state. During that time, the division has noted steady decreases in the number of tobacco sales to mi­ nors - from 22% in FY 2003, down to 18% for FY 2006. An independent check conducted last year by the Department of Health and Human Servic­ es found only 10 % of clerks sold tobacco to minors. The federal government requires all states and territories to maintain a retailer non-com­ pliance rate of 20% or less. In addition, ALE agents train store clerks, managers and operators how to check for proper identification. A state­ wide compliance campaign, started in 2005, instructs clerks to check for a red border around a driver's license as indication the bearer is under 18 years old. The program's ef­ forts - which remind clerks 'If you see red, the tobacco sale is dead' - are paying off. Agents say more clerks are now tak­ ing the time to check a young person's driver's license to be sure they are of legal age, 18 years or older, before allowing the purchase of cigarettes or other tobacco products. Under the "No Ifs Ands or BUTTS" program, ALE awards certificates of com­ mendation to compliant re­ tail employees and assists in efforts to work together with the retail industry to keep tobacco products out of the Advantage Auto Sales $ 1635 West 1) Street North Wilkesboro, NC 28651) Adv. Tlx on Safe WILD HOGS (PG-13) • 336-667-1673 Adv. Tlx on Salo300 (R) - ID REQ'D * Fri. (420) 720 1010 Sat. & Sun (145) 420 720 1010 RENO 911: MIAMI (R) - ID REQ'D OKJ Fri. (430) 710 945 Sal & Sun. (140) 430 710 945 GHOST RIDER (PG-13) 010 * Fri. (355) 655 935 Sat. & Sun. (100)355 655 935 BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA (PG) DIG * Fri. (415) 730 1015 Sal. & Sun. (120)415 730 1015 MUSIC AND LYRICS (PG-13) DIG Fri (400) 700 940 SM A.Sun. (130) 400 700 940 NORBIT (PG-13) DIG Fri. (435) 740 1020 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports that, for most smokers, dependence begins before age 18. Each year an estimated 38,000North Carolina teenag­ ers join the ranks of new smok­ ers, and more than half of all smokers become addicted be­ tween ages 11 and 14, well be­ fore they can fully understand or appreciate the consequences of their decision. An alarming 38.5 percent of North Carolina high school students currently use tobacco. $ www 828-282-3800 800-f ANDANGO 2544 THE NUMBER 23 (R) - ID REQ'D DIG hands of youth. "Overall, the majority of re­ tail establishments do a good job training their clerks to check identification to verify customers are 18-years or old­ er," said ALE Director Mike Robertson. "For those who do not check, the fine can be steep." Selling tobacco to an un­ derage person is a Class II misdemeanor, and can mean fines up to $1,000 or 30 days of community service work. "We are serious about en­ forcing the state's tobacco laws, and will continue to check retail establishments for underage tobacco sales," Robertson said. 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Easy-Bake ovens pose burning hazard Easy-Bake, a division of Hasbro, Inc., of Pawtucket, R.I. is recalling Easy-Bake Ovens sold nationwide from May 2006 to February 2007. Young children can insert their hands into the oven's opening and get their hands or fingers caught, posing an entrapment and burn haz­ ard. The Easy-Bake Oven is a purple and pink plastic oven that resembles akitchen range with four burners on top and a front-loading oven. "Easy Bake" is printed on the front of the oven. Model num­ ber 65805 and "Hasbro" are stamped into the plastic on the back of the oven. Ovens sold before May 2006 are not included in this recall. Consumers should con­ tact Easy-Bake at (800) 6018418 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET 7 days a week to receive a free retrofit kit with consumer warning. Con­ sumers can also visit http:// www.hasbro.com/default. More cfm?page=cs_recall. info at www.recalls.org. 1QO% SERVICE AND SUPPORT. 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Instructor Alan Ambrose is a second degree black belt through the American Tae kwon do Association. He's been teaching martial arts to children and students for 20 years. He believes that mar­ tial arts training has more to offer than just physical ben­ efits. In his own life, the mar­ tial arts have taught Ambrose how to control his temper, and deal with difficult people. Born and raised in a rough neighborhood, Ambrose learned early that he could get what he wanted through fighting and intimidation. At the age of 16 he became a Christian and decided to stop fighting and start loving and serving people. His martial arts studies include Ameri- can Chinese Kenpo, Siamese Kung-fu, Tae kwon do, Krav Maga and Small Circle Jujitsu. Over the past 20 years he has used the martial arts as a vehicle to help others im­ prove himself and others. Ambrose came to Ashe County five years ago to be a full time youth pastor in a church in West Jefferson. He has been an active volunteer in two of the three elementary schools as well as the former Alternative school and Ashe County Middle School. Al­ though he specializes in stu­ dents and families, Ambrose also has several adults in his present martial arts class. The Kick Factory opened on Wednesday. It is located at 201 S. Main Street in Jeffer­ son in the building formerly occupied by Santa's Sleigh. To give people an opportunity to see what tae kwon do is all about or to ask questions, the Kick Factory will be hold­ ing free introductory classes through Saturday, Feb. 24. Classes will run in half hour intervals beginning at 3 p.m. Class times will run as fol­ lows, 3-3:30, 3:45-4:15, 4:30-5, 5:15-5:45, 6-6:30. If you are interested, you can stop by to try it out, or you can call 336-877-6188 for more infor­ mation. Karen Robertson presents horn recital February 25 Karen Robertson presents a horn recital Sunday, Feb. 25, at Appalachian State Univer­ sity. The performance begins at 6 p.m. in Broyhill Music Center's Rosen Concert Hall. Robertson, a faculty mem­ ber in the Mariam Cannon Hayes School of Music, will be accompanied by pianist Christina Hayes. The program is comprised of Eugene Bozza's "En Foret," Carl Maria von Weber's "Con­ certino, Op. 45," Trygve Madsen's "Sonata for Horn and Piano, Op. 24" and Reinhold Gliere's "Romance, Op. 35, No. 6." "This recital explores the creative aspects occurring when a composer incorpo­ rates a pre-existing melody into a new piece of music for the horn," Robertson said. "This metamorphosis re­ sults in works that are both expressive and challenging, expanding the boundaries of range and technique for the instrument." "En Foret," written for horn and piano, is considered one of the best virtuoso piec­ es for horn. The challenging piece requires mastery of ad­ vanced techniques like trills, glissandi, muted and stopped notes. In von Weber's concer­ tina for horn, the musician performs two notes simulta­ neously by humming while playing, a technique known in brass playing as polyphon­ ies. Born in Kiev in 1875, Gliere was the son of a maker of wind instruments. He became an accomplished violinist while a child. He wrote works for the opera, ballet, symphony and chamber groups. Gli&re taught at the Moscow and Kiev conservatories. Among his students were Sergei Pro­ kofiev, Nikolai Miaskovsky and Nikolai Rakov. He was called the "Father of Soviet Composers" by his peers. Boone, NC- Appalachian State University welcomes the Charlotte Symphony Or­ chestra to Boone for a clas­ sical performance under the baton of world-renowned, German conductor Christof Perick. The performance, pre­ sented by Appalachian State University's 2006-07 Perform­ ing Arts Series, will be held at Farthing Auditorium at 8pm on Friday, March 2. Now celebrating its 75th anniversary, the Charlotte Symphony has grown into one of the premier musical institu­ tions in the Southeast, giving 115 performances each sea­ son and reaching an annual attendance of 250,000 listen­ ers. The largest and most ac­ tive professional performing organization in the central Carolinas, the symphony has collaborated with the world's leading soloists, including An­ dres Segovia, Alicia de Larrocha, Luciano Pavarotti, Isaac Stern, Andr6 Watts and Yo-Yo Ma, among many others. The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra is committed to an unprecedented long-range plan of artistic advancement, educational service and com­ munity relevancy. To this end, the symphony performs a Classics series and a Neigh­ borhood Concert series, which encompass a broad spectrum of symphonic and chamber orchestra masterworks re­ spectively from the Baroque to the present day. Addition­ ally, the symphony performs a Pops series, which over the years has featured such lead­ ing artists as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, Tony Bennett and James Taylor, an annual holiday performance and the Lollipops series, which intro­ duces young listeners to or­ chestral music through onehour, story-based concerts. The orchestra's principal home is the Belk Theater of the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. The orchestra's Boone per­ formance at Farthing Audi­ torium will include Mozart's Overture to the Marriage of Figaro, Mozart's Violin Con­ certo No. 4 and Beethoven's Symphony No. 6. ALL SELECTED FINAL­ IST ARTISTS WILL RE­ CEIVE: Lodging for 4 Nights at MerleFest All Access MerleFest cre­ dentials for three One box of D'Addario Strings , One-year subscription to Acoustic Guitar magazine SELECTED FIRST PLACE ARTISTS WILL RECEIVE: A performance on the Cab­ in Stage at MerleFest An Epiphone Guitar from Gibson A check for $300 An additional box of D'Addario Strings SECOND SELECTED PLACE ARTISTS WILL RECEIVE: A check for $250 A slot in the Songwriter's Coffeehouse at MerleFest SELECTED THIRD PLACE ARTISTS WILL RECEIVE: A check for $50 A slot in the Songwriter's Coffeehouse at MerleFest A then unknown Gillian Welch was one of the selected artists for the initial Chris Austin Songwriting Contest at MerleFest in 1993. Recent artists have included Tift Merritt, Michael Reno Harrell, Adrienne Young, Mar­ tha Scanlan, David Via, and Johnny Williams. Chris Austin Songwriting Contest sponsors are: Mor­ gan Keegan, Durham, NC. Thomas Fisher, First VicePresident; Fishman; Acoustic Guitar; Epiphone by Gibson; D'Addario and Sonicbids. Chris Austin Stage at Mer­ leFest sponsored by ASCAP and No Depression. Net proceeds from the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest go toward Wilkes Community College projects including the Next Step cam­ paign. How: It's simple, go to www.sonicbids.com/chrisaustinsongcontest - you'll be able to cre­ ate and submit your EPK in just minutes! Deadline: March 4, 2007 Cost: Just $25.00 USD for a risk-free 6-month Sonicbids membership AND automatic submission to the MerleFest 2007 - Chris Austin Songwrit­ ing Contest. All Genres Accepted. international stature playing music at this rarefied level... Go, listen, hear for yourself... it's a new era." The performance by the Charlotte Symphony is part of the 2006-07 Performing Arts Series, presented by Ap­ palachian State University's Office of Arts and Cultural Programs. The mission of the series is to support the teach­ ing mission of Appalachian State University by present­ ing a diverse array of music, dance and theatre events de­ signed to enrich the cultural landscape of the campus and surrounding region. By creat­ ing memorable performance experiences and related edu­ cational and outreach activi­ ties, the series promotes the power and excitement of the live performance experience, provides a "window on the world" through the artistry of nationally and internation­ ally renowned artists, and showcases some of the finest artists of our campus commu­ nity and region. Appalachian's Perform­ ing Arts Series presents and publicizes its wide range of programming with critical support from several funding sources, including a group of outstanding corporate and media sponsors dedicated to promoting the arts in our region. In addition to a gen­ erous sponsorship from SkyBest Communications, the se­ ries benefits from the support of twelve media sponsors: The Mountain Times, All About Women Magazine, the High Country Press, Mountain Television Network, Char­ ter Communications, Mix 102.3FM, 100.7 MAC FM, WFDD 88.5FM, WDAV Clas­ sical 89.9FM, WETS 89.5FM, WNCW 88.7FM and WASU 90.5FM. Advance tickets for the Charlotte Symphony's March 2 performance are $16 for adults, $14 for seniors, ASU faculty and staff, and $8 for all students. Ticket prices in­ crease at the door. For tickets or information, call 800-841ARTS(2787) or 828-262-4046, or visit www.pas.appstate. edu. 119 OLD BRICKYARD ROAD NORTH WIEKESBORO, NC 28659 336-667-6111 WWW*SPECIALTYCARCOMPAOT. 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Building on a 75-year tra­ dition of excellence, the or­ chestra is led by the acclaimed German conductor Christof Perick, whose appointment as Music Director in 2001 gar­ nered national attention, and was proclaimed by The New York Times as a "cultural jolt" for the Charlotte region. Both public and press have noted the orchestra's increasing ar­ tistic accomplishment under Perick's leadership, including a marked refinement of or­ chestral tone, ensemble preci­ sion and increased flexibility with all musical styles. Now in his sixth season as Music Director of the Char­ lotte Symphony Orchestra, Maestro Perick has served as Music Director of the Nuremburg Philharmonic and State Opera in his home country of Germany. Perick has also served as Principal Guest Conductor of the Dresden Semper Opera, one of Eu­ rope's most renowned opera houses. In Europe, he has guest conducted many lead­ ing orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, and he regularly conducts the Orchestre National de France in Paris, the Orchestre National de Lyon, and the Vienna and Berlin State Operas. Per­ ick has also conducted many of the leading American or­ chestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the orchestras of Boston, India­ napolis, San Francisco, St. Louis, Cincinnati, Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, Detroit, Seat­ tle, Indianapolis, Milwaukee and the National Symphony, among others. In addition to his rigorous schedule of ap­ pearances, Maestro Perick is an advocate and mentor for young musicians, and has been very involved with mu­ sic education and young artist development. A cornerstone of the cultur­ al community, the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra's dedi­ cation to excellence is self-evi­ dent. 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Marc Elliott Roy Phillips Ron Koons Doug Gardner Phil Stevens IF YOUR CAR DOES NOT SAY SPECIALTY CAR COMPANY You PROBABLY PAID TOO MUCH! �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY NEWS Con artists cheating our soldiers, investors Arlington, VA, February L, 2007 - The Council of etter Business Bureaus is arning cpnsumers across ie United States and Canla to be wary when condering foreign currency vestment, particularly alged investment deals for ie Iraqi Dinar. The Better Business ureau of Chicago and orthern Illinois has seen recent spike in consumer Dmplaints focused on Diar investment. The BBB Dntinues to field an inreasing number of comilaints from around the /orld, with many coming rom military personnel :laiming fraud over Dinar nvestment deals. According to BBB Chicago and Northern Illinois Presi­ dent & CEO Steve J. Bernas, "our office has received 77 complaints concerning United World Exchange from consumers in 33 states and eight countries including Singapore, Australia, Malay­ sia, Canada and Iraq. United World Exchange, purportedly of Oak Brook, IL, doing business as "US Dinar," has been selling Iraqi Dinars through their website - www.usdinar.com - on the premise that buying the Di­ nars could be a great invest­ ment if the value of the Iraqi money were to increase. Potential investors claim to have bought Iraqi Di­ nars for anywhere between several hundred to several thousand dollars, with the hope that this may possibly be a lucrative investment for them if the value of the Dinars goes up. Consumers report that United World Ex­ change/US Dinar is allegedly selling Iraqi currency online and is not providing consum­ ers with what they have pur­ chased, nor are they giving the potential investors their money back. Bernas went on to say many civilian con­ tractors and soldiers serv­ ing in Iraq have also filed complaints with the BBB from abroad and most have reported the same type of ex­ perience. He also noted that United World Exchange/US Dinar has stopped respond­ ing to the BBB. A BBB representative vis­ ited the supposed Chicagoland location of United World Exchange/US Dinar. Howev­ er it turns out the address is for a company renting office space. No representative for the United World Exchange/ US Dinar was available on site. "Anyone who trades in foreign currency should be an expert in that vehicle and you are better off partici­ pating in the growth of the American economy by invest­ ing in a good growth mutual fund," commented William E. Braun, Jr., CFP(r), Financial Fleet Educator/Counselor, and Family Support Cen­ ter at Naval Station Great Lakes. Bernas added, "The alleged investment opportu­ nity is especially concerning because it involves taking advantage of all investors in­ cluding our men and women who are serving in our mili­ tary both overseas and in this country." Consumers who have pur­ chased Dinars and have not received them are urged to report the issue to the Chi­ cago and Northern Illinois BBB office via their website, www.chicago.bbb.org or by calling 312.832.0500. About BBB The BBB system is dedi­ cated to advancing trust be­ tween businesses and con­ sumers in both the traditional and online marketplace. The first BBB was founded in 1912 - today, the BBB sys­ ^ STriKyflernofHarri In loving memory of my wife And our mother on her birthday February 25,1937 Qi fa S/ i fa/ s fei not use e-mail to initiate con­ tact with taxpayers about is­ sues related to their accounts. If a taxpayer has any doubt whether a contact from the IRS is authentic, the taxpayer should call 1-800-829-1040 to confirm it. 4. Disguised Corporate Ownership: Domestic shell corporations and other enti­ ties are being formed and op­ erated in certain states for the purpose of disguising the ownership of the business or financial activity. Once formed, these anonymous entities can be, and are being, used to facil­ itate underreporting of income, non-filing of tax returns, listed transactions, money launder­ ing, financial crimes and pos­ sibly terrorist financing. The IRS is working with state au­ thorities to identify these enti­ ties and to bring their owners into compliance. 5. Zero Wages: In this scam, which first appeared in the Dirty Dozen in 2006, a Form 4852 (Substitute Form W-2) or a "corrected" Form 1099 showing zero or little income is submitted with a federal tax return. The taxpayer may include a statement rebutting wages and taxes reported by the payer to the IRS. An ex­ planation on the Form 4852 may cite statutory language behind Internal Revenue Code sections 3401 and 3121 or may include some reference to the paying company refusing to is­ sue a corrected Form W-2 for fear of IRS retaliation. 6. Return Preparer Fraud: Dishonest return preparers can cause many headaches for taxpayers who fall victim to their schemes. Such pre­ parers make their money by skimming a portion of their clients' refunds and charging inflated fees for return prepa­ ration services. They attract new clients by promising large refunds. Some preparers pro­ mote filing fraudulent claims for refunds on items such as fuel tax credits to recover taxes paid in prior years. Taxpayers should choose carefully when hiring a tax preparer. As the old saying goes, "If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is." Remember that no matter who prepares the return, the taxpayer is ultimately respon­ sible for its accuracy. Since 2002, the courts have issued injunctions ordering dozens of individuals to cease preparing returns, and the Department of Justice has filed complaints against dozens of others. Dur­ ing fiscal year 2006,109 tax re­ turn preparers were convicted of tax crimes and sentenced to an average of 18 months in prison. 7. American Indian Employ­ ment Credit:Taxpayers submit returns and claims reducing taxable income by substantial amounts citing an American Indian employment or treaty credit. Although there is an Indian Employment Credit available for businesses that employ Native Americans or their spouses, there is no pro­ vision for its use by employees. In a somewhat similar scam, unscrupulous promoters have informed Native Americans that they are not subject to federal income taxation. The promoters solicit individual Indians to file Form W-8 BEN seeking relief from all with­ holding of federal taxation. A recent "phishing" variation has promoters using false IRS let­ terheads to solicit personal fi­ nancial information that they claim the IRS needs in order to process their "non-tax" status. 8. Trust Misuse: For years unscrupulous promoters have urged taxpayers to transfer assets into trusts. They prom­ ise reduction of income subject to tax, deductions for personal expenses and reduced estate or gift taxes. However, some trusts do not deliver the promised tax benefits. There are currently more than 150 active abusive trust investigations underway and 49 injunctions have been obtained against promoters since 2001. As with other arrangements, taxpay­ ers should seek the advice of a trusted professional before entering into a trust. 9. Structured Entity Cred­ its: Promoters of this newly identified scheme are setting up partnerships to own and sell state conservation ease­ ment credits, federal rehabili­ tation credits and other cred­ its. The purported credits are the only assets owned by the partnership and once the cred­ its are fully used, an investor receives a K-l indicating the initial investment is a total loss, which is then deducted on the investor's individual tax return. Forming such an entity is not a viable business purpose. In other words, the investments are not valid, and the losses are not deductible. 10. Abuse of Charitable Or­ ganizations and Deductions: The IRS continues to observe the use of tax-exempt organi­ zations to improperly shield income or assets from taxation. This can occur when a taxpay­ er moves assets or income to a tax-exempt supporting organi­ zation or donor-advised fund but maintains control over the assets or income.Contributions of non-cash assets continue to be an area of abuse, especially with regard to overvaluation of contributed property. In addition, the IRS is noticing the return of private tuition payments being disguised as charitable contributions to re­ ligious organizations. 11. Form 843 Tax Abate­ ment: This scam rests on faulty interpretation of the Internal Revenue Code. It involves the filer requesting abatement of previously assessed tax us­ ing Form 843. Many using this scam have not previously filed tax returns and the tax they are trying to have abated has been assessed by the IRS through the Substitute for Re­ turn Program. The filer uses the Form 843 to list reasons for the request. Often, one of the reasons is: "Failed to properly compute and/or calculate IRC Sec 83-Property Transferred in f t / ffut/une ite Who passed away on March 14, 2003 IRS warns about scams WASHINGTON — The In­ ternal Revenue Service today identified 12 of the most bla­ tant scams affecting American taxpayers and warned people not to fall for schemes peddled by scamsters. This year the "Dirty Dozen" highlights five new scams that IRS auditors and criminal in­ vestigators have uncovered. "Taxpayers shouldn't let thenguard down," IRS Commis­ sioner Mark W. Everson said. "Don't get taken by scam art­ ists making outrageous prom­ ises. If you use a tax profes­ sional, pick someone who is reputable. Taxpayers should r. remember they are ultimately responsible for what is on their tax return even if some unscru­ pulous preparers have steered them in the wrong direction." Involvement in tax schemes leads to problems for scam art­ ists and taxpayers. Tax return preparers and promoters risk significant penalties, interest and possible criminal prosecu­ tion. The IRS urges taxpayers to avoid these common schemes: 1. Telephone Excise Tax Refund Abuses: Early filings show some individual taxpay­ ers have requested large and apparently improper amounts for the special telephone tax refund. In some cases, taxpay­ ers appear to be requesting a refund of the entire amount of their phone bills, rather than just the three-percent tax on long-distance and bundled service to which they are en­ titled. Some tax preparers are helping their clients file appar­ ently improper requests. The IRS is investigating potential abuses in this area and will take prompt action against taxpayers who claim improper refund amounts and against the return preparers who help them. 2. Abusive Roth IRAs: Tax­ payers should be wary of ad­ visers who encourage them to shift under-valued property to Roth Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRAs). In one variation, a promoter has the taxpayer move under-valued common stock into a Roth IRA, circumventing the annual maximum contribution limit and allowing otherwise tax­ able income to go untaxed. 3. Phishing is a technique used by identity thieves to ac­ quire personal financial data in order to gain access to the fi­ nancial accounts of unsuspect­ ing consumers, run up charges on their credit cards or apply for loans in their names. These Internet-based criminals pose as representatives of a finan­ cial institution — or some­ times the IRS itself — and send out fictitious e-mail cor­ respondence in an attempt to trick consumers into disclosing private information. A typi­ cal e-mail notifies a taxpayer of an outstanding refund and urges the taxpayer to click on a hyperlink and visit an officiallooking Web site. The Web site then solicits a social security and credit card number. It is important to note the IRS does tem is comprised of 129 lo­ cal Better Business Bureaus (BBBs) across the US and Canada, and serves millions of consumers, nearly 400,000 small and medium business members, and several hun­ dred national and multi-na­ tional corporations based in North America. The BBB system has grown to become the most recognized name and advocate for promoting trust in the marketplace. In support of voluntary self-reg­ ulation, consumer and busi­ ness education, and service excellence, the BBB System maintains a database with reports on almost three mil­ lion businesses and provided nearly 100 million instances of service to consumers and businesses in 2006. For more information on the BBB sys­ tem, visit www.bbb.org A heart of gold stopped beating, 2 shining eyes lost their glow. Working hands were put to rest, She knew we loved her so. Connection with Performance of Service." 12. 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The "new" ambu­ lance will be used by New River's first responders. Chief Tammy Johnson of Scottsville Rescue recently presented Chief Leonard Houck of the New River de­ partment with the keys. Members of the two squads posed for a joint picture with the ambulance. Those present (not in order) included Chiefs Tammy Johnson of Scottsville and Leonard Houck of New River; Scottsville Deputy Chief Larry Antonacci; Julia Houck, Eddie Lyons, Donna Lyons, Todd Young and Denver Caudill, members of New River's board of directors; Scottsville squad member Matt Coffey; New River squad member Greg Lyons; and Russell Houck, son of Leonard and Julia. Dole to hold local constituent day Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Elizabeth Dole to­ day announced that a repre­ sentative from her Western office will hold traveling of­ fice hours in Ashe County on Monday, February 26, 2007. Constituents can use the of­ fice hours to hold individual meetings to discuss their concerns with federal agen­ cies, case work, or issues pending before Congress. Appointments are not nec­ essary, but can be scheduled by calling 828-698-3747. Monday, February 26 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Ashe County Constituent Day West Jefferson Town Hall Upstairs Conference Room 1 South Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, N.C. rnoio courtesy or uennis namoy Larry Antonacci, deputy chief of Scottsville Rescue Squad (hand on door) shows some of the features of the ambulance to members of the New River squad. H 601 S. Jefferson Ave. lest Jefferson, NC 28694 - - | •Bro AN AMERICAN 2007 Chevrolet Aveo 4 door, LS. Sedan LS, 4 door, Sedan 2007 Chevrolet Impala 1 336-846-4636 ' » mi Wetpwww.wjchevy.net R' VOLUTION 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt jMi')® 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic LT, 1500, Ext. Cab, 4x4 WT, 2500, Ext. 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The Huskies were able to pull out a narrow six-point victory by converting six free throws in the final minute of the game to claim the 44-38 victory. The action opened up with both teams playing tough defense, as neither team was able to score for the first two minutes of the game. Ledford was able to claim the first points of the game when a Panther was able to hit a lay-up. The Huskies responded on their following possession when Kim McNeil split the Panthers defenders and drove to the basket and banked a lay-up in to tie the score at 2-2. The two teams each scored a basket in the following three minutes. Kendra Yearick was able to break the tie when she Photo by Michael Graybeal Kim McNeil represented the Lady Huskies member on the Mountain Valley AllTournament team and was recognized following the championship game last Friday at Wilkes Central. Photo by Michael Graybeal Photo by Michael Graybeal Shelly Barker, Kelly Hudler, and Kim McNeil were named as members of the Mountain Valley All-Conference team due to their impressive performances during the season. Kassee Roberts was hon­ ored as a member of the AllConference Honorable Men­ tion team for the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference. rebounded a missed shot and put the ball back up for two points to take a 6-4 Husky lead with only a minute remaining in the quarter. The Panthers were able to sink a three pointer on their following possession to, and scored another basket prior to the conclusion of the quarter. The Huskies were also able to score another basket in the quarter, and the teams ended the first quarter with the Panthers winning 9-8. The second quarter showed a better performance from the Huskies. Shelly Barker and Kendra Yearick were each able to score a basket in the first minute of Photo by Michael Graybeal Kim McNeil goes up strong in the Huskies' tournament vic­ tory over the Ledford Panthers. the quarter, which returned the lead to the Huskies. Kim McNeil followed in Shelly's and Kendra's path and she scored six unanswered points and at the four minute mark, the Huskies were winning, 18-11. The Panthers were then able to score on backto-back possessions and cut the Huskies lead to only three points. Shelly Barker ended the Panthers scoring run when she hit a jump shot and got fouled. Following the converted three-point play by Shelly, the Huskies claimed a five-point lead, 21-15. The Huskies' performance did not slow down as the teams The third quarter was a different story. The Huskies were able to settle down during halftime and showed their determination during the third quarter. The Huskies regained the lead during the third quarter, and despite some confrontations with the opposing team and fans, the Huskies headed into the fourth quarter with a 37-32 lead. The fourth quarter was another intense battle. With the lead changing between the teams and both crowds into the game, it was evident that the deciding play would occur in the closing minute of the game. However, neither team could make the big play in the closing minute of the game, and at the conclusion of regulation, the teams were tied at 50-50. In the extra time period, both teams were showing their offensive efficiency. The two teams combined to score 26 points in the four-minute period. Unfortunately for the Huskies, the Yellow Jackets wprp nhlf» t.n srnrp n mpaslv two points more to claim the victory in overtime. By scoring 14 overtime points, See Lady Huskies, page 2B Varsity men conclude season Photo by Michael Graybeal Kaleb Davis was honored as the only Husky to receive a spot on the All-Tourna­ ment team during the MVAC Tournament held at Wilkes Central. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The varsity men traveled to Lexington High School on 'Monday night for their first round NCHSAA State Playoffs game. The Huskies were able to gain an early lead but the Lexington Yellow Jackets were able to fight back and ended up winning by a final score of 64-62 in overtime. The Huskies were able to come out fast in the first period. The Yellow Jackets were stung by the Huskies early when the Huskies doubled their score and pinned them with an early 20-10 deficit at the end of the first period. The Yellow Jackets regrouped between quarters and came out in the second quarter and made up ground with the Huskies. The Yellow Jackets defense held the Huskies scoring to only one-point during the eightminute quarter. During the Huskies struggle on the offensive end, the Yellow Jackets extended their team score by 12 points on the beating the Huskies, 22-21 at halftime. Photo by Michael Graybeal Photo by Michael Graybeal Ethan Goodman was one of two Ashe County players to receive All-Conference hon­ ors. Coleman Payne was also recognized for his perfor­ mance this-year with a spot on the All-Conference Hon­ orable Mention team. See Varsity Men, page 2B Photo by Michael Graybeal Tommy Spagnolo was the youngest Husky to receive recognition. Tommy was also elected as a member of the All-Conference team. The JV Lady Huskies grabbed their first Conference Championship this season by complet­ ing a perfect season in conference. The ladies finished 15-5 for the season and an unblem­ ished 12-0 in conference play. Of the ladies' 15 victories, 11 wins were claimed by a spread of at least 15 points. The ladies lost three games by less than six points. The team was coached by Bobby Hudler and assisted by Robin Roberts. The team consisted of eight freshman and two sophomores. The two sophomores played for Coach Hudler last year and they were Stephanie Ratliff and Ariel Farmer. The eight freshman were: Samantha Miller, Charity Shatley, Cara Church, Morgan Casey, Jessica Walker, Brittany Lyalls, Autumn Barnes, Kelsey Johnson, and Caitlin Elliott. rnoio uy ivnurieiei uiayueai The JV Boys ended the season claiming the number one seed in the conference. The team finished with an impressive, nearly perfect, 19-2 record and 11-1 in conference. Of the 19 wins, 12 of them were by a margin greater than 15. The team only lost games to Watauga, by one-point, and Surry Central, by 12 points. The team was coached by Scott Grubb and assisted by Wesley Rousseau The team consisted of seven sophomores and four freshmen. All seven sophomores competed with the freshman team last year, and Coach Scott Grubb did not have a single returning player. The sophomores on the team included: Tavin Holman, Richie Absher,Tucker Clay, Jordan Nichols, Ben Warner, Brandon Lucas, and Dustin Hamm. The freshmen included: Jaren Holman, Grayson Wells, Cory Roten, and Sam Price. Congratulations JV Lady Huskies on an excellent season Congratulations to the JV Boys on a fantastic season and on the first ever Husky Conference Championship! and a Conference Championship! Photo courtesy of Ashe County High School Athletics �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Basketball Results Panthers on their following possession but the Panthers only hit one free throw and returned possession back to the Huskies. Shelly Barker received the inbounds pass and was immediately fouled. Shelly secured the victory for the Huskies when she converted both free throws to award the Huskies a 44-38 victory. The Huskies offense was plagued throughout the game with difficulty maintaining possession of the ball. The Panthers forced the Huskies into 28 turnovers, but the Panthers committed 24 turnovers to even the game. The Panthers also experienced difficulty in hitting their shots as they only converted 14 out of 50 attempted shots. Two sophomores led the Huskies offense as Shelly Barker and Kim McNeil each scored 15 points to lead the team. Kendra Yearick scored six points, Kelly Hudler added five points, and Kaitlin Smith rounded out the scoring with two points. The Huskies were scheduled to play the winner of the West Lincoln and West Stanly game. If West Lincoln, the number one seed of the 2A West Sectional 1 bracket, had beat West Stanly, a wild card team, the Huskies would have had to traveled to West Lincoln. However, the Colts from West Stanly entered into the game with a 12-12 record and upset the 20-7 Rebels from West Lincoln with an 74-65 victory. Therefore, the West Stanly Colts traveled to "Husky Country" last night for a second round match up with the Huskies. Look for results in Tuesday's paper. Season November 28 Score Result Opponent Margin of Victory Alleghany December 1 December 5 Watauga December 8 Forbush December 12 Wilkes Central December 15 Surry Central 45-40 December 19 December 21 Watauga December 27 Johnson County December 28 Grayson County January 3 Starmount January 5 North Surry January 10 West Wilkes January 12 North Wilkes January 17 West Wilkes January 19 Forbush January 23 Wilkes Central January 26 Surry Central January 30 Starmount February 2 North Surry February 3 Alleghany February 9 North Wilkes February 12 Forbusy MVAC Tourn February 14 North Surry MVAC Tourn ebruary 16 Surry Central NCHSAA Play-in 'ebruary 19 Lexington NCHSAA Tour 67-49 88-48 44-41 For All Your Golf, Work & Utility Needs Average Varsity Men— continued from page IB the Yellow Jackets advanced to the second round of the 2A West Section Playoffs with the 64-62 victory over the Huskies. The Huskies were led in scoring by Ethan Goodman, who is Ashe County High School's all-time leading scorer for a career at Ashe County High School. Ethan scored 22 points during the game against Lexington, which increased his career total to 1104 points through out a three-year varsity career. Coleman Payne concluded his career with a 14-point performance. Tatum Lemly added nine Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial Basketball League Standings Team W L New River Motors 7 1 Midtown Motors/Jef. Appliance 6 0 Independence Lumber 5 I AEV/MO's Boots 5 2 Jefferson Post 5 2 Big Dave's Auto 4 3 Ashe County Builders 4 3 Ashe Chiropractic 3 3 The Huskies 2 4 Timber Creek Landscaping 2 6 Gates/Current Chiropractic 1 7 Odie Gilbert Construction 0 6 Wood's Plumbing 0 6 points for the Huskies, while Tommy Spagnolo scored seven points, Kaleb Davis and Daniel Wain each added three points. Parker Johnson and Ryan Moser each added two points. The Huskies shot a mediocre 14 of 34 on field goals for the game, but lit it up from behind the threepoint arc. The Huskies shot an impressive 54.5% from three-point land as they hit six out of eleven. The loss to Lexington concluded the Huskies' season with an overall record of 16-10. The Huskies finished in third place in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference with five seniors on their squad. The five seniors are George Baker, Kaleb Davis, Ethan Goodman, Parker Johnson, and Coleman Payne. The team also consisted of five juniors and three sophomores. The juniors were Kelsey Combs, Justin Ford, Ethan Graybeal, David Grubb, and Ryan Moser. The three sophomores were Daniel Wain, Tatum Lemly, and Tommy Spagnolo. The Huskies were also fortunate enough to have the volunteer time of Brandon Rinehart. The Huskies overall have had a productive year. Despite losing ten games, the Huskies still outscored their opponents by a total of 108 points, or an average of 4.2 points per game. The team averaged 61 points per game and out of the ten losses, six of the games were decided by single digits. The Huskies concluded with a conference record of 7-8, and a non-conference record of 83, which includes the loss to Lexington. Congratulations to the Huskies Varsity Men for a great season! Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. 310 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 brgcuvi@earthlink.net Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment Jefferson Post Contest Winner Pearl Rupard Is the winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. She correctly chose the race winner, Kevin Harvick, and guessed closest to the winner's average speed of 149.335 mph with a guess of 135.6 mph. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! 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New Const. & Existing Homes 14 years experience Free Estimates Fully Insured JORDAN HARDWOOD FLOORING 166 Oak Grove Circle • Jefferson, NC 336-846-1624 �PAGE 4B JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 AN TO BLACK HISTORY M ONTH Every February, in the United States, Black History Month is celebrated. This is a month set aside to honor, educate, and remember African American heritage. African American heroes are honored, and school children are often taught many school lessons BLACK HISTORY WORD SEARCH focusing on African American History. The origins of Black History Find the words hidden in the puzzle below! Month began in 1926, when a man by the name of Carter G. C P Y M J X N T L X T S F B I D P Q B L Woodson formed Negro History Week. This week was set aside to I R M A G A I C P F S I Y D P X N M K A focus studies on black history, as African American history had not V O H M N R E V R A C W E G R O E G A Z been largely integrated into school lessons and text books. The I C M A M E R I C A N H I S T O R Y L O goal of this annual event was to eventually integrate both white and L L A W R I G L G L Z V F G N J Y A Z E black history, eliminating the need for the Negro History Week. In R A Y R Z R N R J A E G N P I A F E I W 1976, The Association for the Study of Afro-American Life and TR TAKES Two" TIC-TAC-TOE! I I M A E T X I Y O Z D I W U P R U G S S G A A G E E K E M H H V E C I L S A X N Black History Month is about EVERYONE! The rich history of African Americans is for all Americans. Find a friend to share 3 rounds History formed Black History Month. The month of February was of tic-tac-toe with. chosen based on the birthdays of two key figures in black history; H T N O M Y R O T S I H K C A L B P F V Fredrick Douglas, an abolitionist and former slave, and Abraham T I G B O Q E G A T D S A T U R P C S X Lincoln, the president that declared the freedom to all slaves under S 0 E D E Q H W W M U N T M G H V D R F F N L Z Y .R T M H O A B M O C W L E E G the Emancipation Proclamation. Q R O D F R U M R M O B M K R C R T R F FAMOUS FIGURES C I U D E M L T E I I J D L A O Y M W A T B Z K B E N R L W M G S Z N J W W G 0 C V O E R W I K R U G G X O V H V E C K Read the biographies for the famous African Americans below. Then use the name list to identify who the person is! B O D F U C T F R Q C I D V N D D O E V B Q U O A B R A H A M L I N C O L N K K This famous man was a * t leaders that ever lived. FAMOUS FIGURES NAME LIST: later earned a Masters This man was born in Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. degree at Iowa State Atlanta, Georgia and Harriet Tubman College. He developed received a PhD from George Washington Carver different uses for peanuts Boston University. He Booker T. Washington and also developed new was assasinated for his techniques to preserve efforts in the American farmland soils. He is still regarded today as one of Civil Rights Movement. Each year there is a 1. the world's great scientists. Abraham Lincoln greatest civil rights was born as a slave, but U A D C Y A M B N F S O E Q M U F O H V This man was one of the scientist and a botanist. He V X T N R S A L G U O D K C I R D E R F holiday held in his honor. 2. African American American History Black History Month Booker T. Washington Carter G. Woodson Civil Rights Culture February Fredrick Douglas FAMOUS FIGURES ANSWER LIST; 3. George W. Carver Harriet Tubman This man was born a slave, This woman is perhaps one of Martin Luther King ^ the bravest women in all of * Maya Angelou history. She escaped from and was freed under the # Emanciapation Proclamation, Negro History Week slavery, and then went on to Proclamation KL OBITS! rescue over 300 slaves through The figure to the left is wearing Abraham Lincoln. He raising money and making While enslaved, she suffered a friends with both black and blow to the head. All white men. He wrote his throughout her life she had autobiography, "Up From black outs due to the injury. American people, as the top flag Americans and civil rights by the "Moses of her people". AHOiHWD (5 a 3 a a i o was able to help African and an abolitionist. Known as z J8AJBQ T :suv 6UW teacher, and principal. He she acted as a nurse, a spy, holds represents the African went on to become a writer, During the American Civil War American Dress. 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Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is a growing problem, particularly in western coun­ tries. That's thanks in large part to growing obesity rates in the west. According to the Mayo Clinic, some estimates indicate that as many as onethird of all American adults suffer from non-alcoholic fat­ ty liver disease. What makes those estimates so troubling is that in its early stages non­ alcoholic fatty liver disease rarely causes any symptoms, meaning many people, adults and children included, could be suffering from the disease and not know it. While symptoms are not likely to appear in the early stages of the disease, many researchers do feel there is a connection between non­ alcoholic fatty liver disease and metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome includes a handful of disorders that heighten the risk for heart disease, diabetes and stroke. If researchers' feelings are correct, this is an important step in the learning process, and one that could prove use­ ful to potential liver disease sufferers. If the two diseases are linked, then the following symptoms for metabolic syn­ drome could result. Though not officially linked, in the very least, these symptoms could provide early evidence of liver disease. • Abdominal obesity: Obe­ sity is a risk factor for many diseases, not the least of which is liver disease. Those who suffer from metabolic syndrome are typically obese around the waist. • Hypertension: High blood pressure can affect more than just a person's heart. If you need to, ask your physician to test for liver problems if you're diagnosed with hyper­ tension. • Insulin resistance: In­ sulin regulates the amount of sugar in your blood. A re­ sistance to insulin could be indicative of a number of ail­ ments, one of which is liver disease. • Abnormal cholesterol levels: If your good cholesterol (HDL, high-density lipopro­ tein) is lower than is normal or you have abnormally high bad cholesterol, liver disease can result. While none of these symp­ toms are good, there is good news with respect to some of them. The risk factors that typically result in the afore­ mentioned symptoms are of­ ten preventable, meaning an individual can greatly reduce his or her risk for non-alco­ holic fatty liver disease. Some of these preventable risk fac­ tors include the following: • Obesity: More than 70 percent of people with non­ alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), the most dangerous type of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, are obese. Often obesity is related to a poor diet and insufficient physical activity. That's an alarming number, and yet another rea­ son to take physical fitness seriously. • Diabetes: Though many people are born with diabetes, many more diabetes sufferers were not. In such instances, poor diet and exercise rou­ tines often play a significant role in getting the disease. Insulin resistance damages many organs in the body and the liver is no exception. Sev­ enty-five percent of NASH sufferers are also diabetics. • Hyperlipidemia: This oc­ curs when your cholesterol levels are abnormally high. While each of these indica­ tors also act, as symptoms of other problems, such as met­ abolic syndrome, it's good to note that each of these can be leading you down the path to liver disease, whether you've ever had a drink or not. • Abdominal surgery: While a surgical procedure such as gastric bypass can treat obesity, it can also lead to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Other abdominal surgical procedures, such as small bowel resection and je­ junal bypass, can also be dan­ gerous. That's because such procedures often lead to rapid weight loss, which can dam­ age the liver. Even a pound of two per week, while it may seem minimal, can be damag­ ing to your liver. • Hepatitis C or B: While instances of Hepatitis C have decreased greatly in the last 15 years, the disease has not been eradicated entirely. Long-term infection can re­ sult in cirrhosis, particularly in those patients who became infected later in life. Drug users who share needles or people who have unprotected sex with con­ taminated partners can leave themselves open to Hepatitis, which can be very damaging to the liver. • Medications: Numerous medications can increase a person's risk for developing non-alcoholic fatty liver dis­ ease. Medications for any­ thing from menopause to breast cancer to high blood pressure can negatively af­ fect a person's liver. Before taking any such medications, discuss with your physician their pros and cons. How to avoid the risk of hip fractures from heartburn drugs Though heartburn medica­ tions have long been friends to fans of food, recent stud­ ies have shown that the very medications heartburn suf­ ferers rely on could be do­ ing significant, far-reaching damage. In a recent study conduct­ ed in Great Britain, some of the more popular heartburn drugs, including Nexium and Prilosec, were shown to en­ hance the risk of a broken hip in people over the age of 50 who took the drugs for a year or more. According to researchers, while the drugs are busy reducing acid in the stomach, they're simultane­ ously making it more difficult for the body to absorb bonebuilding calcium, thereby in­ creasing the risk for a broken hip. For aging heartburn medi­ cation users, those findings are especially troubling, as statistics show that 20 per­ cent of senior citizens who suffer a hip fracture die within one year. For women, who already face heightened chances of osteoporosis, the study is an even greater cause for concern. While the statistics can be frightening, there are steps men and women can take to both combat digestive prob­ lems while not risking bone health in the process, says Dr. Michael Pinkus, who is an expert in alternative health­ care. He has been a guest on over 500 radio and televi­ sion shows, authored several books, and has worked with top athletes. "We really do not have a true healthcare system in place in this country. We have a sickness care system," says Dr. Pinkus. He feels that prescrip­ tion medications may only treat the symptoms and not the cause of digestive prob­ lems. The best approach to finding relief from digestive problems while not sacrific­ ing bone health just may be a two-pronged attack, and supplementing with products that he has developed. The first step gets at the root of digestive problems, which are often the result of an enzyme imbalance. En­ Photo Courtesy of Teresa Goodman Mountain View Elementary Pre-K class at Ashe County Early Childhood Learning Center celebrated Valentine's Day with a Healthy Hearts Party. They had fun and learned about heart healthy foods by choosing, eating and enjoying carrots, pea pods and broccoli with vegetable dip, fruit slices and dip, cheese, and mini cupcakes. Eating disorders awareness week Wednesday, Feb. 28 BOONE—A series of in­ Carol G. Belk Library and In­ formation sessions and pro­ formation Commons The skinny on America's grams will be held at Appa­ Tuesday, Feb. 27 obsession with thinness View Jean Kilbourne's lachian State University Feb. How to help someone who 26-March 1 as part of Eating might have an eating disor­ "Killing Us Softly 3," meet a Miss North Carolina Pageant Disorders Awareness Week. der 12:30-1:30 p.m., Plemmons contestant and chat with a The activities are sponsored by Appalachian's Counseling Student Union's Attic Win­ fashion expert as partici­ pants explore their definition and Psychological Services dow Room Wednesday, Feb. 28 of beauty and the impact of Center, an office in the Divi­ sion of Student Development. The mindful diet: the new­ today's ads, models, and the The theme of the week is est craze in weight manage­ media on body image. 5:30-7 p.m., Plemmons "Get Real Expectations, Get ment Real Role Models, Get Real!" noon-1 p.m., Plemmons Student Union's Price Lake People with eating disor­ Student Union's Calloway Room ders can't always see what's Peak Room real, explains Dr. Denise Lovin, a psychologist with the Counseling and Psychological Services Center. "We hope to protect our students by offer­ ing real world examples of a TH healthy body image and pro­ viding real information," she said. The Bible is very plain about alcohol Programs offered during the week are: as a beverage. Over 200 verses in the VOTE AGAINST ALCOHOL ON MARCH 6 Monday, Feb. 26 Diets: what works, what doesn't and why Supplements, carbs, weight loss promises - learn what it's all about and how to eat healthy on campus noon-1 p.m., Plemmons Student Union's Attic Win­ dow Room Meeting Jake and finding me Listen to one young wom­ an's inspiring story of re­ claiming life from anorexia nervosa. 5:30-6:30 p.m., Room 028 Bible speaks to this issue. Someone should really do something. That someone is YOU! Your help is needed to fight this terrible evil of our time. Get involved and vote "AGAINST" alcohol on March 6th! zymes are necessary to break "Health is a whole other down fats, proteins, sugars, way of operating," says Dr. carbohydrates, fibers, starch­ Pinkus. 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Call 336-977-0383 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 120-Schools & Instruct HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All roal estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost on Idlewild Road near Blackburn's Store: male black and tan puppy, Chihuahua / Fiest mix. Answers to Sam. If you have seen Sam or have informa­ tion, please call 336-877-5177. Reward offered. 888-212-1277 Associated Training Services www.equipmentoperator.com 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! 140-Help Wanted ATTENTION CNA I'S: PT and FT positions available for Home Care in Ashe County. Premium Pay, Premium Benefits with Mileage. Call Tammy Jones at (800) 790-7483 Toll Free. CIRCULATION / REFERENCE LIBRARIAN I Two positions available, one at the Whitetop Public Library and one at the Fries Public Library, branches of the Wythe-Grayson Regional Library. Positions are responsi­ ble for providing public service to all patrons. High school diploma or GED and one-year of experience with computers and library work required. Application and position description for these part-time positions are available at the Whitetop and Fries Public Libraries. Contact Janet Cox at (276) 773-3018 ext. 25 for additional Information. Apply with resume at the Whitetop Public Library, 16309 Highland Parkway, Whitetop, VA 24292 OR the Fries Public Library, 105 W. Main St., Fries, VA 24330 by 5:00 PM EST, Friday, March 2nd, 2007. EOE. Early Intervention Specialist to work one on one with children, birth-3yrs. old in Watauga and Ashe County areas. Position requires a bachelor's degree in a Human Service- related field. Experience with young children is preferred. Ability to provide parent education and knowledge of child development is a must. HomeCare offers excellent training and pay for qualified applicants. Please call HomeCare Management for an application at 828-264-1021, or fax your resume to 828-264-0755. You may call us toll free at 1-888-878-5199 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR I Mortgage Originator RHA HEALTH SERVICES Jefferson/Boone area. is taking applications for a Home Manager position located in Deep Gap, NC. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating activities of approximately 26 Direct Support Staff and managing operations of a 15 bed non-ambulatory ICF/MR facility. Qualifications: at least 2 years supervisory experience, high school diploma, valid driver's license, flexible work schedule and experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Qualified applicants can apply at 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC 28618 or call 828-262-5450 (743-40-1652) Open until filled. FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Work base Alleghany. Duties include: Working with a caseload of adults with severe and persistent mental illness, monitoring, arranging and linking clients to services and completing paperwork. Much of the work will be in the community and clients' homes. Usual schedule: Mon - Fri, 8-5, flexibility required. Minimum require­ ments: Bachelor's degree in human serv­ ice field and two years of related human services counseling/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counsel­ ing/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counsel­ ing/therapy, case management or group work one of which was supervised. Hiring range: $33,564$38,424. Submit state application to: Alleghany Employment Security Commission, PO Box 996, Sparta, NC 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE For details, visit www.agfirst.com/jobs. htm <http;//www,aqfirst.cpm/io bs.htm> , #A11. Respond by 3/2. www.carolinafarmcredit.com <http;//wwyv-C9rQiinafarmcredit.com/> EEO PART-TIME HANDY MAN 20- 25 hours per week needed in West Jefferson area. Must be dependable and able to work with people, and have own hand tools and truck. Duties include routine apt. maintenance, and preparing vacant units. Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry needed. Send resume or letter of interest to: Job Opportunity PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 seeking a licensed Property/Casualty & Life/Health Agent to sell on a commission only basis. Entry experience level okay. Great opportunity for learning the business. Please fax resume to 336-877-2615 or email to wendy.sheets® brookeagency.com RHA Health Services has positions available on 1st and 2nd shifts working with developmentally disabled adults. Positions are in Deep Gap and are part-time, but may become full-time. High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license required. For more information, please call 828-262-5450. Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIR Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 mentally and physically challenged children as assistant to technician in medical setting. Job training & advancement available. 336-385-1775 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOME HEALTH Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experience. LOOKING FOR A REWARDING JOB? 160-Business Opportunities Position for Medical Assistant to work with High Country Health Care System has an opening for a full time Registered Nurse to serve Ashe County. INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENCY 140-Help Wanted Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time management, and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828) 264-9154 John TRACTORS: Deere, Gas, Loader, $3900, Massey Ferguson 65 Gas, Loader - $3900. Case - Diesel, PS, Loader, $3900. Ford 4000, nice, $6500 Allis Chamber, Restored. Nice, has Cultivator, plow. $2500 Call 336-384-9040. 235-Christmas Trees For Sale: Fraser Fir Seedlings - 3-0's, bed run, also have transplants. Want to buy: Fraser Fir Christmas trees by the block. Call 276-579-7733. Fraser Fir Blocks, 5,000 to 45,000 trees, 2ft to 10ft. Will give time to harvest or will sell land, owner financ­ ing available. 140 acre farm, with 45,000 trees and 14 acre farm with 5,000 trees for sale. Other blocks for lease. Call 336-384-9040 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified; EEO and ADA employer. Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk! UHAUM X© i f l l CO FAST GROWING NEW COMPANY NEEDS RESEARCH ASSISTANT ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • Wytheville, Virginia 1-800-334-1203 RESEARCHER/INSIDE SALES Strong computer and research skills (Mac, Excel, Internet) Articulate, strong writing skills required Degree preferred Salary/Commission + Great Benefits West Jefferson office Fax resume to: 336-246-3978 Or bring resume to Next Safety office at 230 Hice Avenue • West Jefferson, NC ywww.alliancetractortrailer.com EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT. ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. 235-Christmas Trees Premium Fraser transplants 3-3's fall Fir 3-2's and available and for spring. 330-Pets 300Miscellaneous Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. FOR SALE: 8 Prom Dresses, Sizes 5/6 and 7/8. Short & Long Lengths. $50 to $400. 336-982-9050 days, 336-982-4132 nights. BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. 260-Garage/Yard Sales KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Harley Davidson Boots For Sale. Good shape, size 12. $200. Call 336-982-2165 YARD SALES For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Advertise your yard sale in this space. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 1 time $9.50 2 times ----- $15.00 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: EU M ?[»k*l UMJ r«W* We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Two inch space for the above costs. 330-Pets 7 Yr Old Registered Appaloosa Mare for sale. Raises beautiful colts. Easy keeper. Call 336-977-9309 Horses For Sale: over 100 to choose from. Miniatures, Quarter Horses, Paints, Paso Finos, Pair Belgium Mares. Will finance and keep until spring. Horse trailers, Flat Beds & tack, sell or trade. Looking for part time help on Horse farm. 336-384-9040. SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR NERDS HAS BEEN ADOPTED! HOORAY!! 310-Musicai Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am "LIVESTOCK FOR FREE to good homes! 6 wks. old adorable, mixed-breed puppies. Call 336-384-1982; if no answer - Please leave msg. Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. "Urgent" Listing. Zelda is a 6 month old, male, shepherd mix. He's a little sweetheart and loves people. He's a feisty, normal puppy with lots of energy and youth! He is good with other pets too. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit Wanted: Weathered Poplar Boards, any condition, at least 8" wide. Will dismantle building if needed. 336-877-1129. Leave message, will call back same day. alleghany.petfinder.com Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Classifieds make "Cents" "Cents make Dollars" Margate Health and Rehab Center Margate Health & Rehab Center have the following positions available: 2 Certified Nursing Assistants 1st Shift 2 Certified Nursing Assistants 2nd Shift Interested parties may apply in person at: 540 Waugh Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 Fax: 336-246-5997 Phone: 336-246-5581 Jefferson''s Gateway to Extraordinary Living Come See the Difference! Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: Want to join our health care team? Medical Technologist - PRN position in our Laboratory Department. AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN TOP PAY for FORD DIESEL and/or TRANSMISSION EXPERIENCE! We have immediate openings for all phases of auto and light truck repair. TOP PAY for AUTO BODY EXPERIENCE! We have immediate openings for all phases of auto and light truck repair. WE OFFER: Benefits • Flexible Work Schedule Medical/Dental • 401k and Much, Much More!! For a confidential inteview, call Gary Covais at: 336-246-7183 or forward resume to: Ashe County Motors P.O. Box 66 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-4153 gary.covais@ashecountymotors.com RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Competitive Salary Shift Differential Year-round position Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus CRNA Must have an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technologist Certificate), current CPR and previous computer experience preferred To apply: Apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org Dietitian Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator Home Health Program Coordinator • We offer an attractive salary /benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , FEBRUARY 23, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds Make it special for them by placing a [birthday ad in the Jefferson Post Come by our office located at 203 S Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC or call 336-846-7164 for assistance. NO MORE EXCISES. NO MORE LUNG CANCER "Everyone loves to see a greeting in the paper." 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2003 XR 70 Dirtbike. Kick Starter, 3 speed, automatic. Very good condition. Comes with owners manual, title and tool kit. Half off original price. $975 firm. Call 336-982-8154 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. ywwy 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 This the 9th day of February, 2007. A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! 1 NOTICE TO CREPITOJBS 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale 2 Story, 3 bedroom house, gas logs, monitor, balcony, greenhouse. 1 acre. Also, 4 acres Old Obids Rd. 336-977-6656 336-877-5513. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale For Sale: House, Outbuildings & 26 acres more or less. Call 336-385-3360 FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 Dated this the 16th day of January 2007. Ralph G. Bare, Chairman Ashe County Board of Elections Now is the time to begin promoting your business for the coming year. The Jefferson Post High Country Business Services is the perfect spot for your ad. It is highly visible and very affordable. Call today to reserve your space. 336-846-7164 or you may fax to: 336-846-7165 Attention; Business Services Having qualified as Ex­ ecutrix of the Estate of Howard Neal Dickson, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the under­ signed Grace Dickson Little, c/o Vannoy & Reeves PLLC, Drawer 67, West Jefferson, NC 28694, on or before Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gifl Subscription for... Name _ _ \\ In Ashe County • $36.00 Address Seniors In Ashe Co. City „ State n r A Gift from: • $33.00 Out-of-County (All) _ • $46.50 Name. the 17th day of May, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of The Town of Lansing will receive sealed bids on snow removal. Bids will be received until 5pm, March 2, 2007. The bid should include type of equipment and hourly rate per piece of equipment, as well as access to any other equipment in case of large snowfall. Specifications are available at the Town Hall. Please submit sealed bids to the Lansing Town Hall, PO Box 266, Lansing, NC 28643. The Mayor and Board of Aldermen reserve the right to reject any or all bids. �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Easley calls for Medicaid relief for counties N.C. Association of County Commissioners Special to the Post During his State of the State address Monday night to the General Assembly, Gov. Mike Easley addressed the impact Medicaid is hav­ ing on "low-wealth" counties and urged legislators to "face and fix this problem, this ses­ sion." "If any of our counties are weak, then all of us are weak­ er for it," Easley said. "We have to work together to help those low-wealth counties that are struggling with the high cost of Medicaid. And I know that the [State and Local Fiscal Modernization Study Commissionl is work­ ing hard on a solution. They are due to make a recommen­ dation to us next month. If we don't get a timely and rea­ sonable recommendation, we will offer our own plan. But one way or another, we need to face and fix this problem, this session." "Gov. Easley clearly un­ derstands the fiscal dilemma that Medicaid places on our counties as evidenced by his strong call for the Legislature to address this issue this ses­ sion," said NCACC Executive Director David F. Thompson. "We will work with the gov­ ernor and the General As­ sembly to find a solution that addresses the funding chal­ lenges being faced by all of our counties." A 2006 survey by the N.C. Department of Pub­ lic Instruction revealed ap­ proximately $9.7 billion of Post file photo school capital needs over the Gov. Mike Easley next five years to handle the state's rapidly growing popu­ sizes in the lower grades. lation and to accommodate Combined with rapidly mandates for smaller class growing Medicaid expenses, T & L CONSTRUCTION Residential & Commercial • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More Owner - Tom Jarman Sr. Call 336-846-8229 many North Carolina coun­ ties are facing a fiscal crisis. For 2006-07, 50 counties are budgeted to spend more for Medicaid services than they do on school construction, renovation and other capital needs. As a result, counties are seeking permanent relief from the escalating Medicaid costs and additional revenue authority to meet demands for public schools and other infrastructure needs. In 2005-06, North Caro­ lina counties paid nearly $426 million to subsidize the state's Medicaid share. State legislators did provide a one­ time appropriation of up to $27.4 million in the 2006-07 budget to temporarily cap county Medicaid costs at 2005-06 levels. If the cap is not continued, state officials are already projecting coun­ ty Medicaid costs to surpass half a billion dollars in 2007- be the nation's seventh08. The latest projections most populous state by 2030 from the Division of Medical with more than 12 million Assistance show the county citizens. From July 1, 2000, share is projected to jump to through July 1, 2006, the $517 million for 2007-08 - an Census Bureau estimated increase of 21 percent over that North Carolina's popu­ the 2005-06 capped amount. lation increased by nearly "The county revenue 800,000 residents, putting structure cannot keep up even greater strain on county with the demands that are budgets. being placed upon counties," Thompson said. "Medicaid is The North Carolina Associ­ growing at about 10 percent ation of County Commission­ a year, and the thousands ers (NCACC) is the official of new citizens entering our voice of all 100 counties on is­ counties every month are cre­ sues being considered by the ating greater demand for ser­ General Assembly, Congress vices. Over the past two bud­ and federal and state agen­ get cycles, 62 counties were cies. The Association provides forced to raise property taxes expertise to counties in the to keep pace with rising Med­ areas of advocacy, fiscal and icaid costs and the increased legal research, communica­ demands resulting from our tions, intergovernmental rela­ growing population." tions, information technology, The U.S. Census Bureau managerial recruitment and projects North Carolina to risk management services. Mountain Field GxcavaVmg & No JOB Mauling TOO SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312, 00LS 0I\ [ELVIR COE'J PLUMBING fit PUMP SERVICE i® HOME REPAIRS "24 Hoar xe LAWN MOWmC Appleseed Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Call me for any project! FREE ESTIMATES!! TERRY SAUNDERS 336-372-5683 Cell: 336-657-1489 RJ ^ VA License 2710 029771 CAINE 336-977-2112 336-384-4352 NC License 17952 336-877-1014 ASHE COUNTY ROOFING • Remodel Jobs • Decks • Additions • Repairs • Maintenance 20 Years Experience jjl^Total Lawn Care^ GRASS CUTTING AND TRIMMING BUSHHOGGING SMALL BACKHOE J ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs 2 S Years experience Licensed in North Carolina A YA Install roofing of all kinds Hoof Painting Insured & ALL Work (.iiaranteed FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC FREE ESTIMATES Allen Miller 336-384-2063 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE J ;36-3«4-303: ( ^ TELEVISION CENTER * MM SERVICE Sony Sharp • Pioneer BOB'S TREE SERVICE Mountain l/iew^ TV Center 'Samsung lvumr 'Panasonic Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES "r?ty4 dmfuf ZttdmU, Sxfmfo" 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Bob Cox Fax: 336-246-2443 780 Anderson Hill Rd.» Lansing, NC Absolutely Ihe MSI Prices Possible> Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978. "' ALTO SERVICE TIRE SALE S XX S^Lof 4 All 13"- $199 All 14"-$229 All 15"-$259 16"Truck- $420 215-85-16-- 235-85-16 AND SATELLITE SALES & SERVICE Mountain Welding Oil Change, Lube t Fib $1Qi Includes up to 5 Qts Oil, Filter t Lute • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel •*' MAC disposal fa 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units for On-site Welding STATE LINE FAST LUBE Hwy 16 @ NC/VA State Line Shop located at: 276-579-4562 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson,NC Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner Open 8-5 M'Wh'F 8-2 m & Sat jtjsr DISPOSAL SERVICES CINTVRE DISPOSAL SERVICES M Bradley W. Mclntyre • Owner Residential Pick up Service $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick-up Service Available "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" Contracting Co. Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured 'RESTAURANT is now offering POURED WALLS 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 336-846-7737 Located on the Backstreet We have expanded our luneli buffet! We are offering a choice of 3 meats and 12 different vegetables! No Job Too Small or Too Large! v a M * Afhec«my $ n ° °<%kr TT TVi ]\ Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience 982-3335 LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES ALL TYPES OF GRADING • DIRT& GRAVELHAUUNG • PONDS Contact Robert Holman • LAND GEARING • ROAD BUILDING Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 'Strtc Sram s • BASH BIS • Fooras Cei|. 828-773-6736 i SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only ~ 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only - 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti zenithjf — ftoone Grading Co., Inc 336-877-5010 £ trutheq Shepherd Masonry, Inc. Commercial & Residential Masonry 17 years experience (po&vi i ELdxicof <Seto{t is OUR MOTTO/ Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! Mark Shepherd Masonry Const., Inc. • Commercial • Residenti • Customized TV'S & HOME THEATRES |H TRAVEL SeefelResffi^vel, Jame||& Joyce Sechres|L;«~ Referring Travel Age&mKJr Website: y^btrgve^pm/srt I nuiil: se.eii_re.stX"1yahoo.com Phone: 336-977-13 YlL �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9 B FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2007 LIGHTERSIDE SPAGHETTI WESTERNS Super Crossword ACROSS 48 Blue hue 143 Prophet 102 Have — 40 Vinegar's 1 Applies 50 The very over one's partner lightly bottom DOWN head 41 Dejected 5 Helicopter 52 Tijuana title 104 "My Sweet 1 TV'S 42 Detergent sound 55 "Star Wars" —" ('70 Shadows" ingredient 9 Swedish Skywalker 2 Bum remedy 44 Actress smash) rockers 57 Fawn's 106 Debtors' 3 Neuwirth or Gertz 13 "Whole — father letters Daniels 45 Saying Love" 59 Pride of 108 Indefinite 4 Picturesque 49 Linda of ('69 hit) lions? 5 Humor pronoun "Alice" 18 Guinness or 61 Be a pest 109 Baal and 6 Car part 51 Join the Baldwin 63 Actress Elvis 7 Memo start leisure 19 Actress Helgen111 "Rosso 8 Scuba site class? 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W V T R S G N E F G N O D W P Find the listed words in the diagram. They run in all directions forward, backward, up, down and diagonally. Astra Dongfeng Freightliner Hino Iveco Kenworth Leyland Mack Mitsubishi Navistar Peterbilt Scania Unimog Volvo Western Star ©2006 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved. Salome's Stars Week of February 26 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) The adventurous Aries won't be disappointed with taking on a new challenge, de­ spite some initial misgivings. Look for this move to open other opportunities down the line. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Let that beautiful Bovine smile not only put you at ease, but also show that you're ready, willing and more than able to confound the naysayers around you. A new admir­ er has important news. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Be careful how you han­ dle a relationship that you're hoping to save. You already have the facts on your side. Avoid weakening your posi­ tion by embellishing it with unnecessary dramatics. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Taking definitive stands isn't easy for the often-waver­ ing Moon Child. But you not only need to stay with your decision, but also reassure others it was the right thing to do. LEO (July 23 to August 22) As a proud Lion, you're right to be upset about those who might be lying about you to others. But the best revenge is proving them wrong by suc­ ceeding at what you set out to do. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Caution is still advised before making a financial commitment to a "promising" project. Look for the facts behind the fluff. Devote the weekend to loved ones. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A Taurus offers comfort and advice as you deal with an upsetting event. Use this as a learning experi­ ence that will help you avoid similar problems in the fu­ ture. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A romantic situation creates some chaos for single Scorpions. But it's well worth the effort to work things out. A trusted friend can offer some helpful advice. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Expect to make new friends as your social circle expands. Also, remember to tell that family member how proud you are of his or her achievements. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) New ven­ tures continue to be favored. And with your self-confidence rising all the time, you'll want to see how well you can do with a new challenge. So, go to it. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) This is a good time for the usually "seriousminded" Aquarian to let loose and enjoy some fun times. Ex­ pect to get good news about a workplace issue. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Changed plansmight upset some people, but your needs should be respect­ ed. Offer explanations when necessary. But don't let your­ self be talked into changing your decisions. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a gift for bringing peo­ ple together. You would make a fine judge or counselor. (c) 2007 King Features Synd., Inc. ) 9 6 8 £ fr \ s Z 1 V S 6 L 8 9 E 8 E S 9 Z I 6 fr L 6 S L Z 9 8 E I fr 9 fr e 6 I S L z 8 I 8 z fr I E 9 6 S 8 Z 9 E 8 6 fr L I V L 8 I S 9 Z E 6 Z s 8 9 E 6 1 L L Z 90 LZ n \9Z L + 6 00 X • • • • x w + \9Z X |sc S 8 X I SJ0MSUB — i8Jn6|j 09 X Z X L 8 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. 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SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 17 page 3A Mt. Jefferson daycare works on transition by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor withstand 150 mph winds Post photo by Jim Thompson Russell Vannoy got a shock Friday morning when he went to his farm in Baldwin, just below Westwood School. This large barn, built with hurricane anchors and designed to withstand winds of 150 mph, had collapsed. Only a John Deere tractor (seen in the picture) had prevented it from hitting the ground entirely. Recent heavy winds have shattered signs and done other damage across the county In recent weeks. Change is never easy but often necessary for survival. That is what one of the county's largest day care fa­ cilities is facing as the date nears for a cutoff of local gov­ ernment funding. By the end of June, Ashe County com­ missioners will be out of the day care business and Mt. Jefferson Child Development Center will be on its own. The center is asking for commu­ nity support to get started as an independent non-profit facility. Letters are going out this week asking for financial support to build an operat­ ing reserve. Without help, the center will start off fiscal year 2008-09 in July with little money and a bleak future. "We need to build up an operating reserve to make monthly payments on the budget," said Carol Coul­ ter, chairman of the MJCDC board of directors. "We are kicking off a fundraiser be­ cause we need money to start off with. June 30 the county cuts off funding. Subsidy and food monies get reimbursed the next month, but we don't want our staff to have to wait a month and a half to get paid on top of a 37 percent salary cut and cutback on benefits." The staff has accepted salary and benefit cuts in order to continue working at MJCDC and keep it oper­ ating as it transitions from county funding. A major rea­ son was to retain the day care slots available to the county impacted by state and federal subsidy provisions. One of the biggest con­ cerns of the board of directors is raising enough money for startup fees the center will incur, at least $60,000. Coul­ ter said they hope through the letter campaign to raise $30,000 to $50,000 to meet the budget come July and deal with some facility needs. "Ultimately, we want to do what's best for the kids and their families," said Coulter. "And then there's the staff. If we don't raise this money we don't know what we'll do. It was never anyone's intention to close the center, but it may come down to no choice." Closing the center would leave 81 children needing al­ ternate day care. Coulter said See Daycare, page 5A Showdown coming on Ridge Law by Jim Thompson Editor (Second of two parts) The showdown comes in August. That is when the N.C. Util­ ities Commission will take evidence on a seemingly sim­ ple question: does the Moun­ tain Ridge Protection Act of 1983 exempt wind turbines or not? On that answer hangs the future of Northwest Wind Development's Creston wind farm, as well as similar proj­ ects in this region. Wind energy became large­ ly a dead issue in the moun­ tains after NASA's experi­ mental unit came down from Howard's Knob in Boone in 1983. Other, smaller, experi­ mental projects went up, but these drew little attention. Then, early in this de­ cade, the Tennessee Valley Authority proposed building a wind farm near the North Carolina-Tennessee border. Close enough, in fact, that it attracted the attention of N.C. Attorney General Roy Cooper. In their environmental as­ sessment, the TVA claimed Ashe County. In August 2003, that their project could be then-County Commissioners built in North Carolina. Coo­ Freda Goodman and Dr. Rich­ per responded in a 2002 let­ ard Calhoun discussed wind ter that this statement was energy at a meeting of the incorrect—wind turbines (de­ board. During this discussion, fining them as different from Goodman recommended the older style windmills) were board begin seeking legisla­ indeed prohibited on pro­ tion by the General Assembly tected ridges. Ultimately, the to exempt Ashe County from TVA backed down, building the Ridge Law in regards to their wind farm on Buffalo wind energy. "We may not see Mountain, out of the view of it begun soon, but this could this state. be positive overall," she said. The Buffalo Mountain "It's a step to take in prepa­ project stirred interest in the ration for future demands potential for wind energy in for electricity in this area." Calhoun also supported the proposition. At that meeting, Brian Crutchfield, director of economic development for Blue Ridge Electric Mem­ bership Corp., told the com­ missioners he saw a futue in which wind power was part of the cooperative's power ser­ vice. "North Carolina is not an energy producer," he said. "What we have is produced elsewhere and brought in. It would be nice to have energy sources of our own. The com­ missioners are showing fore­ sight to be considering this and not being afraid to look at it." These discussions contin­ ued through 2003. Finally, the county commission voted 3-1 (with Calhoun, who by then was working to develop the Big Springs project) to ask then-Sen. John Garwood, RWilkes, to introduce a bill to exempt the county from the Ridge Law for the purposes of developing wind energy. On March 8, 2005, Gar­ wood introduced (with him­ self as sole sponsor) a local See Ridge Law, page 5A Local drag racer named to Hall of Fame by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter On the weekend of October 19-21, Ashe County native Max Hurley will be the first resident of Ashe County to be inducted into the East Coast Drag Times Hall of Fame. Hurley is a life long resi­ dent of Ashe County. He started his drag racing career in the year 1962 at the Wilkesboro Raceway Park and his amazing career extended over 28 seasons. Throughout those seasons, Hurley won nine national events, and also recorded nine runner-up titles. His most memorable victory was when he claimed first place at the Hemi Chal­ lenge, which was held in In­ dianapolis in 1978. Hurley was able to travel around the country while competing in numerous events and achieved victories in Florida, Texas, California, and won major events closer to home at Bristol Dragway and at Rockingham Dragway. He also owned and oper­ ated the Max Hurley Speed Shop and the Max Hurley Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Distribution Company. He worked for the W.J. Gulf for nearly 20 years while he initi­ ated his racing career. Shortly after he left employment with W.J. Gulf, he opened his own auto parts store, named Max Hurley Distribution Com­ pany. Many residents would recognize the name Max Hur­ ley Auto Parts, which was located on the four lane be­ tween the towns, across from the Leviton plant. He closed the doors on the store in 2004 after many years of providing quality service to residents of Ashe County. In looking back at his ca­ reer, Hurley said that his suc­ cess was based on the help and support of numerous people and businesses. He particularly mentioned the generosity and trustworthi­ ness of Jim McClearen. Dur­ ing a time of need at the start of his career, McClearen was generous enough to sign for Hurley's first Dodge Super Stock, which kick started this remarkable career. He also noted that Lavern Watson contributed to his career as it Photo courtesy of Max Hurley Max Hurley gets ready to race at Rockingham Speedway, back in 1971. Junkyard variance sought The Ashe County Planning Board will hold a special meeting on Thursday, March 1 to discuss a variance request by Kyle Hayes on Nathans Creek School Road. The meeting will start in the second floor conference room at the Ashe County Courthouse at 3 p.m., and then will adjourn for a viewing of the property in question (Parcel ID 01369118) at which time no questions or discussion may take place among the members. Then the meeting will resume at the courthouse. Public comment is welcome during the meeting at the courthouse, most likely following the visit to the site. . Hayes operates a junkyard in Nathans Creek and is requesting a variance on fencing requirements and some acreage across the road from his main junkyard to be registered as a new junkyard, said County Planner Zach Edwardson. Edwardson also notes that a recommendation from the planning board regarding floodplain development in Ashe County may be delivered to the commissioners at their March 19 meeting. Foxx website honored The Web site of Congresswoman Virginia Foxx was progressed along. Hurley also mentioned that his wife, Wanda, was a major factor throughout his career. During trips out of the county and state, Wanda would stay at home and operate the ev­ eryday business for him. Max added, "On numerous occa­ sions, my wife would remain at home and pay the bills on her own while I was on the road. Without her, I could not have been able to race and be as successful as I was." Hurley's success is repre­ sented in the races he won. Some major events that he was able to claim victories in was the 1978 Hemi Chal­ lenge, 1968 AHRA event in Bristol, Tennessee, the 1972 Long Horn Nationals in Dal­ las, Texas, at Rockingham in 1979, at the 1979 Mike Doub Memorial Race, the 1977 Su­ per Stock 2-AA Spring Na­ tionals held at Suffolk Race­ way in Suffolk, Virginia, and the 1972 Empire Nationals. Hurley hired a separate racer, Bo Moxley, who won several races. Bo was from InSec Hurley, page 5A honored Monday by the Congressional Management Foundation, a non-profit, non-partisan management consulting and research organization in Washington, D.C., for being one of the best in Congress. The site, www.foxx.house.gov, was one of 615 evaluated in The 2006 Gold Mouse Report: Recognizing the Best Web Sites on Capitol Hill, which analyzed congressional Web sites including those of all Senate and House Members, committees (both majority anfl minority sites), and official leadership sites. Eighty-five Web sites were cited in 2006, with 18 winning Gold, 27 winning Silver, and 40 winning Bronze Mouse Awards. The Foxx Website was the only North Carolina delegation site honored with an award. �PAGE 2A TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES % Woodrow Lamon Perry West Jefferson November 16,1916 February 19, 2007 Mr. Woodrow Lamon Perry, age 90, of West Jefferson, died Monday morning, February 19, 2007 at Segraves Nursing Care Center. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, February 21, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. David Blackburn, Rev. Dean Watson and Rev. Ken Furches officiating. Buri­ al followed in the Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family received friends from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 20,2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Perry was born in Ashe County on Thursday, Novem­ ber 16, 1916 to the late Wil­ liam Emery Perry and Alice Denny Perry. He was saved at an early age at a church in Pond Mountain, it later burnt down. He attended Buffalo Baptist Church. He served in the Civilian Conserva­ tion Corps during World War II. He was an Agricultural Farmer. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Lucille Taylor. He is survived by his wife, Mattie "Alice" Furches Perry; two sons, Lamon Perry and wife, Paula, of West Jeffer­ son and Russell Perry and wife, Donnivee, of High Point; three daughters, Edith Rich­ ardson, of Hudson, Thelma Annas and husband, Steve, of Hudson and Joann Gaines and husband, Ron, of Trin­ ity; a sister, Stella Creed, of Boone; a special son-in-law, Herman Taylor and wife, Lib, of Trinity; seventeen grand­ children; seventeen great­ grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers accepted or me­ morials may be made to: Buf­ falo Baptist Church, do Paula Perry, 280 Perry Road, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Ola Mae Goodman Greer West Jefferson June 10,1924 February 21, 2007 Mrs. Ola Mae Goodman Greer, age 82, of West Jeffer­ son, died Wednesday morning, February 21,2007 at Margate Health & Rehab Center in Jefferson. Funeral services were held on Friday, February 23, 2007 at 3 p.m. at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home with Rev. Charles Edwards and Rev. Bill Burchett officiating. Burial fol­ lowed in the Ashelawn Me­ morial Gardens Cemetery. The family received friends from 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Wednesday, prior to the fu­ neral service. Mrs. Greer was born in Ashe County on Tuesday, June 10, 1924 to the late Jo­ seph and Alma Kimberlin Goodman. She worked in re­ tail sales. She was a member of Friendly Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded by her View the obituaries on-line at jeffersonpost.com John Stewart to speak on new book Pick a really interesting subject and there's a chance that local author, John Stew­ art, has written, is writing or may some day write about it. He will open the Friends of the Library 2007 speaker season on Wednesday, Feb. 28. The public is invited to attend downstairs at the li­ brary at 11 a.m. Stewart will discuss his new book Confed­ erate Spies at Large. The book came about as a result of helping an area woman trace her family his­ tory. Stewart soon began to suspect that her great-great grandfather, Charlie Russell, a successful wagon maker in Clarksville, Va., had been a Confederate spy during the Civil War. The family knew nothing of this, as Charlie never spoke of it. The more Stewart re­ searched, the more he felt there was a book in the mak­ ing. , The pursuit of Charlie led inexorably to his step cousin, the almost mythical Tom Har­ bin, the most wanted of all the Confederate agents who were never caught. It was Tom who left a horse outside ' Ford's Theater and helped John Wilkes Booth cross the Potomac. With a $10,000 re­ ward on his head, Tom fled to Cuba. Confederate Spies at Large is the story of Charlie and Tom, but it is also the story of Washington, D.C., Clarks­ ville, southern Maryland, the Catholic church, the shootout on Main Street and The Boy Who Vomited a Frog. Both Scottish and Austra­ lian, Stewart grew up in the Levant and other inspiring places, as he moved 25 times with his British Army father. This may account for the great variety among the doz­ en or so books he has written, mostly for McFarland Pub­ lishing of Jefferson. His two-volume Antarc­ tica, with a foreword by Sir Edmund Hillary, won sev­ eral prestigious awards and was cited by the New York Times and the Library Jour­ nal as one of the best refer­ ence books of 1991. Other titles include African States and Rulers (three editions), Moons of the Solar System, Italian Film, and The British Empire. Last year he published Broadway Musicals, with a foreword by Hal Prince, which has become a much in demand book in New York Theater circles. "Broadway Musicals is more than the definitive book on the subject. It is obses­ sive, but I say that with a smile," said Rob Franklin, president of McFarland Pub­ lishing. "Some say Stewart is a renaissance man, but I say he is Victorian with all the power and majesty that still holds for many." Currently Stewart is writ­ ing Byron and the Webster's, in which he will share 105 previously Unpublished let­ ters. His great-great grand- father was Lord Byron's cousin. Of the places he's lived Stewart said, "When you're living in a foreign coun­ try, no matter how long you have been there, it's your choice—or should be. I still find Ashe County inescapably exotic." He speaks fondly of "the magical world to which he was introduced almost 20 years ago by close friend, Gayle Winston. Otherwise I wouldn't be here. Above all it's the people." Stewart said he has en­ joyed working with the very helpful staff of Ashe County Library. The 'Family and Friends of • e l l a a J n i e k n s" B r a e would like to tliank ' D . 'Edward r 'Miller and s a f Dr. £tiarle& Jane#, t f, aid lie 'Memorial Efadpital 'M'E'U u i , and I m i e o mergtMngs nt f pc f r \ tfieg did during 'Matlier'd illnedd. husband, Melville Tatum (Peb) Greer, Sr. on February 17,1998. She is survived by two sons, Jack Goodman and wife, Rena, of Vilas, N.C. and Mel­ ville Greer, Jr. (Junior) and wife, Joyce, of West Jefferson; two daughters, Rebekah Bad­ ger, of Hollywood, Florida and Judy Tisdale and husband, Abner, of Kernersville, N.C.; a brother, Calvin Goodman, of West Jefferson; two sisters, Corena Baldwin, of Lansing and Beulah Jones, of West Jefferson; seven grandchil­ dren, Eric Greer, Misty Greer, Pam Houser, Mark Goodman, Chris Badger, Austin Tis­ dale and Justin Tisdale; nine great-grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. You may give the family your condolences on our web­ site at www.boonefuneralhome.com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. esse Clara Lucille Weaver Campbell Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to the Big Laurel Church of Christ in Christian Union. Mrs. Campbell is survived by two sons, Ronald Camp­ bell of the home and Harold Campbell of Creston, N.C. seven daughters, Mary Ras and Naomi Campbell, both o Creston, N.C., Janice Mille of West Jefferson, N.C., Ven ice Sage of King, N.C., Rev Hartness, Linda Galloway and Barbara Gregory, all o Winston Salem, N.C.; three brothers, Homer Weaver o Creston, N.C., Conley Ottis Weaver of Mountain City, Tenn., and Mark Weaver o Pennsylvania, two sisters, Winnie Jean Greer of Crumpler, and Jewel Weaver of Creston, N.C. Also surviving are 16 grandchildren, 14, great­ grandchildren, 5 great-great­ grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website at www.ashelawn. com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. Creston May 1,1920 February 19, 2007 Clara Lucille Weaver Campbell, age 86, of Cres­ ton, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior in glory on Monday, February 19, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Weaver was born May 1, 1920 in Cherokee County, N.C. to the late Everett and Pearl Bessie Farmer Weaver. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Reverend Conley Hugh Campbell, and a son, Michael Junior Campbell. Mrs. Campbell was known as a loving and caring mother, a good neighbor, and a good Christian. She was a mem­ ber of the Big Laurel Church of Christ in Christian Union. Funeral services were held Thursday, February 22, 2007, at 11 a.m. at Ashelawn Me­ morial Chapel in Jefferson, NC. Reverend Darrell Graybeal and Pastor Chuck Call officiated. Burial followed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Wednes­ day, February 21, 2007 at Barber resigns from Badger Funeral Home and Ashelawn Memorial After 15 years of service Gary Barber (current vice chairman of the Ashe County Board of Commissioners) resignedfromBadger/Ashelawn. "It has been a tremendous honor to serve the people of Ashe County and I look for­ ward to serving the citizens in my new role." Gary began at Badger Funeral Home in January 1992 later becoming Manager and Co Owner of Badger/Ashelawn. "I have been blessed to be­ come friends with so many people. Growing up in Ashe County I felt right at home serving my community. I would like to thank Heritage Family Funeral Service, Inc, President Richard Tetrick owner of Badger/Ashelawn for the opportunity to serve the people of Ashe County. I wish the staff the best and will miss all the fine individu­ als at Badger/Ashelawn. I have received many nice calls from local residents concern­ ing my departure and wish to take this opportunity to ex­ plain my decision. It has been brought to my attention that rumors exist concerning my resignation. I was not fired, or asked to resign, nor did I dissolve my relationship with Heritage Family Funeral Ser­ vices on negative terms. On January 4th I gave my res­ ignation to Heritage Family Funeral Service, Inc. because I wanted to focus more time representing the citizens of Ashe County. I have a docu­ mented record of positive per­ formance with Badger Funer­ al Home. It was a very hard choice but after much thought I felt it was time for me to ex­ plore other options. I have a strong desire to represent the citizens of Ashe County and do my best to move our com­ munity in the right direction as a county commissioner. My hope is to eliminate any false information regarding this matter. 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The Huskies were able to advance to the Sectional Final's by defeating West Stanley by a final score of 50-31. The victory over West Stanley paired the Huskies against the Salisbury Hornets for the Sectional Championship. The Huskies results were not as good against Salisbury when they lost by a final score of 74-59. The Huskies second round game against West Stanley started with both teams having difficulty possession the ball. Each team continually committed turnovers and were unable to convert high percentage shots. Despite struggling, the Huskies were able to claim a narrow three-point lead at the end of the first quarter, 12-9. Kim McNeil and Shelly Barker provided the majority of the Huskies offense during the first quarter when they combined for 11 of the Huskies 12 points. At the beginning of the second period, the Huskies were able to gain their composure and scored eight unanswered points in the first three minutes of the quarter. West Stanley was able to break the Huskies' scoring streak, but the Huskies were able to continue their momentum into the halftime break with a 32-18 lead at the conclusion of the second quarter. When the third quarter started, the Huskies and West Stanley scored evenly throughout the eight-minute quarter. With baskets by Kim McNeil, Kendra Yearick, Kassee Roberts and Shelly Barker, the Huskies were able to claim a team total of nine points for the period. West Stanley was also able to score nine points to match the Huskies for the period, but the teams headed into the fourth quarter with the Huskies winning by a score of 41-27. West Stanley had eight minutes remaining in the game to mount a 16-point comeback, but the Huskies defense did not permit them to score sufficient enough points. The Huskies' defense only allowed West Stanley to score a mere four points during the fourth quarter. The Huskies finished off their opponent by scoring nine points themselves to cruise to a 50-31 victory. Kim McNeil and Shelly Barker led the Huskies offense with 14 points each. Kendra Photo by Michael Graybeal Coach Bobby Hudler, Coach Ray Dancy and Coach Laura Foster celebrate and recognize Katie Gammons (Left) and Lindsey Hagel (Right) for their impressive performances as a Varsity Lady Husky. Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball Standings Tejtfii W L New River Motors Midtown Motors/JelYerson Appliance AEV/Mo's Boots Independence Lumber Jefferson Post Ashe County Builders Ashe Chiropractic Big Dave's Auto The Huskies Timber Creek Landscaping Gates/Current Chiropractic Wood's Plumbing Odie Gilbert Construction 9 7 8 6 6 5 5 4 2 2 2 0 0 1 1 2 1 2 4 4 3 6 7 8 8 9 Photo by Michael Graybeal Coach Bobby Hudler, Coach Laura Foster, and Coach Ray Dancy congratulate senior Kassee Roberts on an outstand­ ing career during the Huskies' victory over West Stanley. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kendra Yearick takes the ball up strong during the Huskies' game against Salisbury on Saturday. Yearick had an impressive game and added nine points, while Kassee Roberts also contributed eight points. Kelly Hudler added three points, and Kaitlin Smith rounded out the Huskies scoring with two points. The victory over West Stanley was -the Huskies 22 victory of the season and increased their record to an impressive 22-4. The game was the Huskies final home game of the season and the Huskies havegiven the Husky fans a show every game. The Lady Huskies finished with a nearly perfect 14-1 record at home and the onft game th<? Huskies lost at home was by a mere two points. By defeating West Stanley, the Huskies advanced to the Sectional Finals of the playoffs. At this stage in the playoffs, there are only 16 teams remaining of the original 64 that competed in the first round. The Huskies were paired with the Salisbury Hornets and had to travel to Salisbury due to the Hornets being a number one seeded team. The game was held Saturday evening at 7 p.m. The Huskies were unable to advance further in the playoffs following a tough and hard-fought 74-60 loss. The Huskies opened the game up by being placed with a quick 8-2 deficit. The Huskies could not gain any momentum and were quickly trailing by ten points, 14-4 with four minutes remaining in the quarter. The Huskies could not cut into the Hornets ten-point lead and the Hornets were able to increase their lead to 13 points with a buzzer beater three pointer to take the score to 25.-12 at the conclusion of the first quarter. The second quarter opened up with the Huskies scoring six quick points to cut the Hornets' lead to seven points, 25-18. The Hornets were able to score two baskets, but the Huskies were able to battle back and narrowed the score to 29-24 with baskets by Kaitlin Smith and Shelly Barker. The Hornets then went on a 17-5 run to conclude the final three minutes of the first half, and the teams headecLinto halftime with the Hornets winning 46-29. Following the halftime intermission, the teams started the second half evenly matched. Despite the 17-point spread on the scored board, t he Huskies .played with high determination, intensity, and a never quit attitude. The Lady Huskies were able to score 14 points during the third quarter with baskets by Kassee Roberts,Shelly Barker, Kendra Yearick, and Kim McNeil. The Huskies defense improved in the second half also as they limited the Hornets to only 14 points, compared to the 25 points in the first quarter, and 21 in the second quarter. The even third quarter concluded with the Hornets still possessing a 17-point lead, 60-43 heading into the fourth quarter. The fourth quarter seemed dreary for the Huskies. With the Hornets possessing a 17-point lead and only eight minutes remaining in the game, the Huskies faced a tough task. Despite the slim odds of a comeback, the Huskies battled with all their effort and might, but were unable to mount a comeback. The Huskies could not come closer than 12 points to the Hornets, but never trailed by more than 17 points in the final quarter. The Huskies' wonderful season was concluded at the end of the fourth quarter when the Salisbury Hornets claimed the 74-60 victory. The victory by Salisbury named the Hornets as the 2A West Sectional 1 Champions and placed the Huskies in the Runner-Up position. The Lady Huskies were the first Husky team to compete for a Sectional Championship. The Huskies were led in scoring by Shelly Barker who scored 20 points on an impressive nine of fifteen shooting from the field. Kim McNeil followed with 16 points and Kendra Yearick added nine points. Kassee Roberts scored five points, while Kelly Hudler and Larken Mikeal each scored three points, and Kaitlin Smith and Lindsey Hagel rounded out the scoring with two points each. Following the game, Coach Laura Foster commented regarding the game and season by stating, "1 am disappointed that our season is over, but we had a great, great season (22-5). I have enjoyed every minute with them! I am very pleased with our performance in the playoffs, advancing to the Sectional Finals was a great accomplishment. I was so proud of how hard we played against Salisbury; we were taking charges and diving on the floor for loose balls until the very end. Salisbury has a very good basketball team, and will probably have a shot of playing for the State Championship." Coach Foster also commented about the loyalty and high quantity of fans that traveled with the team this year by saying, "I really appreciate the support from the community, with their 75 69 Jefferson Post Wood's Plumbing Ashe County Builders Dillon Poe Eric Miller ATHLETE ® ® of the WEEK presents the ^ Our Athlete of the Week, Shelly Barker Is a sophomore member of the varsity women's basketball team. Shelly had three outstanding games in the NCHSAA Playoffs. Shelly led her team in scoring in all three games with 15 points against Ledford, 14 against West Jefferson Post Cody Moss 22 Independence Lumber The Huskies Kyle Denny 19 Ashe Chiropractic John Spagnolo Alex Rollins 29 11 Independence Lumber Wood's Plumbing Scott Patrick Bat Hilliard Derrick Eller Joe Moser 27 18 Ashe Chiropractic Odie Gilbert Construction 71 45 14 14 14 14 The Huskies Darron Dotson David Marino 12 12 Ashe County Builders Odie Gilbert Construction Ashe County Builders Keelan Davis Dillon Poe Odie Gilbert Construction TJLemly Odie Gilbert 23 20 15 11 55 49 AEV/Mo's Boots Ashe County Builders AEV/ Mo's Boots Ashe Chiropractic 17 Brian Norris 16 Stanly, and 20 against Salisbury. Timber Creek Landscaping Justin Grubb Bill Fairchild Kevin Jenkins Shelly Barker 19 11 11 AEV/ Mo's Boots Brian Norris 18 Chris Norris 16 Midtown Motors/ Jeff..Appliance Andy Johnson Trey Trivette Steven Phillips Jody Cheek 6 4 Score unreported 59 21 21 Todd Mathis 21 Gates/Current Chiropractic Monte Balou 15 Brett Miller 11 Congratulations Shelly Barker Stop by Jb&cLlTCi(?f*S each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain Village Shopping Center •246-5504 • Ask about defivery *246-5504 22 11 New River Motors Gates/Current Chiropractic New River Motors 15 11 Timber Creek Landscaping Chris Norris 53 23 Odie Gilbert Construction Odie Gilbert Nathan Wells 18 18 AEV/Mo's Boots 67 Midtown Motors/Jef. Appliance 46 February 21, 2007 Ashe Chiropractic Nick Vannoy John Spagnolo Chris Shumate Alex Rollins 75 47 Congratulations to the Varsity Lady Huskies on their record setting year and their extraordinary season!!! *Hardee's of Jefferson Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball Results February 22, 2007 attendance during our playoff games. A big thank you to all of our fans that traveled to Salisbury to support us; we had a lot of people in the stands cheering for us! It means a lot to the team and me for so many people supporting us!" The Huskies concluded the season with a remarkable 225 record. The Lady Huskies will lose three seniors from this year's team; Katie "Gabby' Gammons, Lindsey Hagel and Kassee Roberts. Coach Foster commented on the seniors by saying "These young ladies have been a part of the Lady Huskies basketball program for four years. They had a great career and an outstanding senior season. They are very special to me, and they will be missed greatly by our entire program." The Huskies will benefit from three returning juniors and four returning sophomores. The three juniors include Kaitlin Smith, Kelly Hudler, and Larken Mikeal, all of which provided quality time this year. The four sophomores include Carmen Wagner, Kendra Yearick, Kim McNeil, and Shelly Barker. Yearick, McNeil, and Barker also contributed a high quantity of minutes throughout the season, and Wagner was forced to miss the majority of the season due to an injury but is expected to be rehabilitated by next season. 91 55 she thletics k 2 i for Sporting Goods, Team Sports — Apparel and Equipment, Trophies and Plaques 6192 Hwy.221-N • Jefferson • 982-7425 FteelMenmn Pin to Weekly Winners Suuswge £ Egg Biscuits enfg *2.22 �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers PAGE 4A without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 Editorial State should drop toll plans No. Absolutely not. Not in our state. Never. Hear us talking to you. And what we're talk­ ing about is a plan lurking inside the Raleigh Beltway to turn at least a portion of one of our interstate high­ ways into a toll road. The N.C. Turnpike Authority has commissioned a study of the concept of putting toll booths for the next 33 years or so on a portion of I85 in Rowan and Davidson counties. The reason: there is a bridge over the Yadkin River that needs replacing, and the cost is supposedly going to be around $350 million. The first step is to go back to the drawing board and see how to cut some of the bridge's cost, because for that price tag, we should get the Golden Gate bridge over the Yadkin. The sec­ ond step is for the legisla­ ture to decommission the Turnpike Authority before someone actually takes these ideas seriously. Our interstate highway system, first envisioned by President Dwight Eisenhower, is the envy of the world. Our part of the continent is linked by high­ speed, multi-lane roads that offer travelers quick, safe trips to their destina­ tions. For those travelers, using these interstates is free. If we turn our free high­ ways into toll roads, we will drive people off them. That will put more traffic on sec­ ondary streets and roads, causing more congestion and additional use of fossil fuels—which equals more pollution. In addition to this, installing toll booths will cost money, as will hir­ ing people to either collect tolls or oversee automated machines. Neither will be cheap, and will add to the state payroll. The N.C. Department of Transportation, as a result of its sometimes criminal misuse as a political tool by former governors and other elected officials, has, in some areas, overbuilt roads and faces a huge shortfall in maintenance costs over the long term. Basically, the politicans who were trying to make themselves popular did not worry about the future cost of these highways. The fault lies with them, we stress, not with the staff and present leadership of NCDOT. The state must seek a balance here, and find sources for funding to maintain our highway sys­ tem. But it cannot come at the expense of making our major highways avail­ able only to those who can afford to use them. Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28. tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Many thanks to county To the Editor: To the community of Ashe County: The family of Dusty, Julie and Brooklyn Webb would like to thank everyone for all the donations that have been collected for Brooklyn. Brooklyn is a seven year old who has acute Lympho­ blastic Leukemia and what is called Philadelphia Chro­ mosomes, a rare cancer for a child her age. Brooklyn may have to have a bone marrow transplant a little later down the road. My wife and I want to thank everyone who has donated money to Brooklyn and her family. Please keep Brooklyn and her family in all of your prayers. Thank you, The grandparents, Bernard and Wanda Dollar Lansing Ashe hospital was great To the Editor: This letter is concerning our local Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. My husband became very ill on our way to an eye treat­ ment at Baptist Hospital. As we were traveling on 421, he began throwing up uncontrol­ lably, so I stopped the car and/ called his doctor. I was told to take him to Wilkes Regional Medical Center's emergency room. After three hours of care and telling us that they had treated such virus all night long, they ignored my warnings about his 89-year age, weak heart, and his be­ ing diabetic, and discharged him. I was dismayed! Later that same day, my husband still had continuing nausea and could not walk, so 911 was called and he was transported to Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital. Over the years my family had always gone to Boone's hospital and I was somewhat hesitant, but had heard recently of good things in Ashe. Upon arrival, they saw how ill my husband was and later even when the nausea stopped, Dr. Kurtz decided he should stay for observation. The team of Dr. Mark and Susan Zawodniak (she is a nurse practitioner) took care and watched over him. On the second day, he was seemingly doing very well when the stress of the pro­ longed illness took its toll on his heart, and he suffered a heart attack. Thank God he was in a hospital with the ICU nearby and the wisdom of the doctors to keep him there. This was mid December, 2006. Our holiday plans and Florida winter vacation were shot. Our life was immediate­ ly changed. Thanks to the ability, wis­ dom and care of a good profes­ sional hospital, my husband is alive. Now after six weeks of rehab, he is eating, walking and living a full quality life again, with caution. I cannot stress enough our thankfulness to Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital. My husband, a retired military veteran, has changed his medical care to Dr. Zawodniak and Ashe Me­ morial Hospital when need­ ed. We believe the failure to keep him in Wilkes Hospital for continued treatment and observation possibly aided in the stress of his heart attack. I want to say a genuine thank you for the quality of our local hospital; it's staff, from the emergency room to the second floor, to the ICU, you were top-notch. I have been a caregiver for many years, have taken patients to Forsyth Memo­ rial, Baptist, been a patient at Boone Hospital, and I can truly say that our experience with Ashe Memorial was su­ perb in every way. Ashe County is very blessed to have this wonder­ ful hospital and group of doc­ tors so close by. "I don't give a hoot about Letters to the Editor what you know, until I know that you CARE." Ashe Memorial Hospital, Dr. Mark Zawodniak and Su­ san Zawodniak, CFNP, Dr. Kurtz, and staff of nurses and aides: you have proven to us that you are capable, profes­ sional and caring. We wish you well. Keep up the good work. Thank God for you. Arthur and Janice Kimbro Fleetwood Windfarms To the Editor: MYTH: Windfarms are ugly and will hurt tourism. TRUTH: When an off­ shore wind farm was pro­ posed near a little coastal tourist village in Denmark the citizens signed and sent a petition to the government to not allow it, stating that it was ugly and would ruin their main source of income, tourism. After studies were done, the wind farm was ap­ proved. Once the wind farm was up and running the citi­ zens signed another petition yet did not send it to the government. Instead they sent it to the utility company requesting that they put up more wind turbines. It seems as though that the wind farm had become quite a tourist at­ traction. MYTH: Wind farms will devastate farms, human and livestock life. TRUTH: Farmers in the Midwest allowed the utility companies to erect wind tur­ bines right down the middle of their fields and the utility paid the farmers $2000.00/ year/per turbine. This did not interfere with growing crops nor have any adverse effect on livestock, people or lifestyle. The farmers were smart and formed a co-op and put up their own wind farms. MYTH: Wind farms will cause property values to go down, electricity rates to in­ crease and not produce much of an economic benefit. TRUTH: Wind energy is less costly than any fossil or nuclear generated electricity. With N. C. and federal solar income tax credits electric­ ity rates will stay the same or possibly go down and the company installer could well bear some of the cost for transmission lines. Studies have shown that the value of nearby property does not suffer. Ashe County will gain hundreds of millions of dol­ lars from an increased tax base from the wind farm and increased property values re­ sulting from additional busi­ nesses and tourist accommo­ dations. Truthfully, as surely as coal, oil and gas prices in­ crease, so will electric bills. MYTH: Wind farms will produce noise and blinking lights: TRUTH: Yes a few lights. There are lights on every TV, radio, microwave, telephone, cell tower, high voltage trans­ mission lines, etc. Close to an operating wind turbine the noise level is barely no­ ticeable. MYTH: Ruin visibility: TRUTH: People find the three composite blades on these wind turbines, slowly turning are very attractive as shown by the increase in tour­ ism in many locations. How ugly is a ski slope that cuts a swath hundreds of yards wide down a beautiful moun­ tain; large residential devel­ opments stuck on the sides of the mountains: electric lines on poles installed along high­ ways and through residential developments: and of course all of the lattice type steel towers for communications? Add to those all of the large and small billboards with or without lighting erected by highways that interfere with views of our beautiful moun­ tains. SUMMARY: We need electricity so instead of clean, renewable wind farms, may­ be we should build a danger­ ous nuclear or dirty coal fired power plant in our back yard. No not really, yet with the growing need for more elec­ tricity and the problems asso­ ciated with fossil and nuclear power, we all have an opportu­ nity to create as much green renewable energy as possible. Windfarms, solar thermal, solar photovoltaic, biomass, bio-diesel, hydroelectric, etc. are but a few forms of clean renewable energy. Since N. C. has no coal mines, oil wells, uranium mines and very few gas wells, we import over twelve billion dollars from outside sources every year. If we generated just half of our energy in N. C. imagine the impact that six billion dollars remaining in N. C. will have on our economy. COMMENTS: On first coming to Ashe County in 1950 as a sales representa­ tive the folks that I met were so exceptionally friendly, helpful, honest and hospita­ ble. They gave me directions to accounts and even names of individuals to see. They invited me, a total stranger to eat in their home with them, and on occasion even offered to have me spend the night in their homes. We developed many friendships based on mutual honesty and respect for each other. It is my opinion that the folks of Ashe County then were good honest, intelligent, decent and compassionate. Surely today these traits have been passed on to the presentday folks in Ashe County. not want people to know. The first thing to realize is that wind power is inter­ mittent and unreliable. The wind will blow in a useful speed range only part of the time. At times a two-mega­ watt turbine will produce two megawatts of power. At other times it will be motion­ less, producing no power, and much of the time it will pro­ duce only a trickle of power. Unless people are willing to live with Baghdad-style electric service, it will be nec­ essary to allocate back-up generation from convention­ al powerplants [coal, gas, or nuclear] to support installed wind power in order to provide electricity when the wind is not blowing. Ratepayers will be paying twice - once for the intermittent wind power and again for the operation of the back-up plants. Furthermore, these back­ up plants cannot start up in an instant when the wind dies down. They must be kept running with reduced load in order to be ready to react to a drop in wind power. For this reason there may be less of a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions due to wind power than proponents would have you believe. Nor will wind generation reduce our im­ ports of foreign oil, since only 1 percent of the region's elec­ tricity is generated by this fuel source. Potential wind-power sites are rated based on their av­ erage wind velocity. Viable commercial sites should have Class 4 to 5 winds. Class 3 is considered marginal and anything less is not worth de­ velopment. A wind-resource map of Ashe County shows only Class 2 and 3 winds at the proposed site. Turbines erected there will not be able to produce the 30 percent of rated capacity that is typical for better sites on Appala­ chian ridges. Fifty megawatts of installed capacity likely will have an annual average output of just tdn megawatts on this site. The beauty of the mountains will have been sacrificed for a paltry amount of electric power. For perspective, it would take nearly four to five times as many megawatts of gener­ ating capacity from wind tur­ bines to equal the electricity output of either a coal-fueled or a nuclear powerplant (i.e. 4,000 to 5,000 MW of wind turbines would be needed to Kitty and Ske Boniske match the annual kilowattArden hour production of a 1,000 MW conventional powerplant). Even worse, the wind blows the least in our region during the summer months, when electricity is needed the most. It would take 8,000 to 10,000 MW of wind turbines To the Editor: to match the summertime The proposal to erect in­ electricity produced by that dustrial wind turbines in Ashe same 1,000 MW of conven­ County is of vital importance. tional generating capacity. It is touted as green energy, Other issues include the environmentally safe, and ec­ impact of noise and lights on onomically sound. However, nearby residents, the killing these claims are all mislead­ of birds and bats that fly into ing to one degree or another. the turbine blades, and the I live in Highland County, fragmentation of forests. But Virginia, so this project will those issues aside, the main not affect me one way or the problem is that wind power other. When wind turbines simply does not do what it became an issue here several is purported to do. It is not years ago, I thought it was a as clean nor as green nor as great idea. The wind is free cheap nor as safe as its advo­ and extracting power from it cates would have us believe. is pollution free. Then I stud­ ied up on it and learned many John R. Sweet things that wind advocates do Mustoe, VA More on wind farms �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Little League restructures; schedules seasonal signups It takes active, caring peo­ ple to make things happen in their community, and recent­ ly over 20 such people got to­ gether to vote in the new offi­ cers of the Ashe County Little League, as well as restructure the board of directors. Sign­ ups for Little League begin this weekend. Joe Boccardy, director of Parks and Recreation, said "Little League is something that is more than just anoth­ er sport for the kids here in the county. It is a community of caring individuals that are knowingly shaping our kids' lives in a sport that all of us can identify with—the hot dogs, the popcorn, the sum­ mer days, the crack of the bat, the umpires, and the feel of the ball slamming into the glove. It's an American past time that runs deep in our roots. Celebrities, sports legends, and even President Bush have grown up experi­ encing Little League. In these times where kids are into vid­ eo games and computer pro­ grams, it's a place where vol­ unteer coaches take the time to be a part of our youth in a mentoring, fostering role that gets them away from technol­ ogy, out of the house, having fun, making lifelong friends, and participating on a func­ tioning team." "The previous vice presi­ dent, Ken Guyton, with his wife, Melody Guyton, had led Little League in Ashe County for the past 12 years," said Boccardy. "Ken has offered to be a part of the main leader­ ship of the new board to help transition it into a more ac­ tive board, so that more peo­ ple can share the large bur­ den of the load that he and his wife have shouldered for some time now." Election of new officers for the 2007 season are: presi­ dent, Sherman Lee; vice pres­ ident, Ken Guyton; treasurer, Bill Richardson; secretary, Joe Boccardy. The following members have been nominated for the actual voting members of the board, creating a show of fair representation from each school district: Mountain View: Chris Tay­ lor, Lonnie Gilley, Gary Graybeal. Blue Ridge: Bill Richard­ son, Greg Richardson, Keith Wilson. Westwood: Ken Guyton, Dale Hudler, Sherman Lee. The following members have been n' minated as "members at large" for this year's board: Ronnie Pruitt, Ralph Davis, Harold Osborne, Robbie Howell, Jeff Walters, Patrick Ritchie. Registration for the league will be at each elementary school from 9 a.m.— Noon on Saturday, March 3, and Sat­ urday, March 10. There will be a representative from the board, as well as a member of the Parks and Recreation staff present to help. Regis­ tration this year will be $35 per child, with multiple child discount of $5 off each addi­ tional child. Information will be passed out in the schools as well, alerting parents to the upcoming registration. For further information, or if you are interested in volunteering, officiating, or coaching in this year's Little League, please call 982-6185 and speak to Joe Boccardy, Eric Houck, or Daniel Quin. died. The House bill was re­ ferred on March 23, 2005, to the Committee on Environ­ ment and Natural Resourc­ es—which is where it died as well. The failure of those bills set the stage for the August showdown in Raleigh. Clear­ ly, Northwest Wind Develop­ ers will try to make the case that the words "or windmills" means not merely old-style, small units related to another structure, but what are now more commonly called wind turbines. A key piece of evi­ dence for them is former Rep. David Diamont's statement that it was the legislature's intention to exempt electric­ ity-generation wind turbines. On the other side is Attor­ ney General Roy Cooper, who has intervened in the North­ west Wind Development pro­ cess and appears ready to defend his interpretation of the Ridge Law—which would prohibit such projects. The Utilities Commission will be the court where a first decision on this matter is set­ tled, probably by sometime in September. Whoever prevails, the issue could continue in the legal system to the N.C. Court of Appeals—and per­ haps even to the state's high­ est court. The final decision— whatever it is—will likely determine the future of wind energy in the western moun­ tains for decades to come. historic Henderson. Other ac­ tivities include DJ entertain­ ment, vendors, and muscle car burnouts. The entertain­ ment for the day is capped off with performances by the bands The Castaway and The Attractions, who specialize in music from the 1950s and 1960s. The event was a record setting success last year when they entertained more than 50,000 spectators and are expecting the crowd to grow when they recognize and hon­ or the 2007 inductees. For more information re­ garding the East Coast Drag Times Hall of Fame go to www.eastcoastdragtimeshalloffame.com or www.kerrlakenc.com. Daycare continued from front page there are not enough vacan­ cies in Ashe County to meet that need. Slots are even scarce in Watauga County, she said, as several Boone parents have enrolled their children at MJCDC due to a lack of space in their county and saying they had heard of the center's quality of care. "We need to keep Mt. Jef­ ferson open," Coulter said. "There are not enough vacan­ cies in other child care cen­ ters to absorb these slots, and it would be devastating to the parents. They would have to find other child care or quit their jobs to stay home with With help from the commu­ nity, the center will transition well from county operation to non-profit status. In the dai­ ly operation, the kids won't know the difference and par­ ents will simply write their checks to a different source. It is the financial picture that is unsure, Coulter said, with the budget becoming a major challenge. Letters going out this week asking for help state in part: "Mt. Jefferson Child Develop­ ment Center began 35 years ago with a focus on assisting children with special needs through the expert staff and past years, 75 to 80 percent of parents have paid full fees with no subsidy assistance. Currently, 38 of the 81 chil­ dren receive subsidy. An example of child care costs, as provided by MJCDC board of directors, can be $800 per month for a single mother earning $1,500 per month with two children in day care with no subsidy (53 percent of her salary) or $150 per month with subsidy (10 percent of her salary). For a couple both working and earning a com­ bined $2,500 a month and two children in day care, the cost would be about $800 per Ridge Law continued from front page bill entitled "An Act Authoriz­ ing Ashe County to Use Windpowered Electricity Genera­ tion on Mountain Ridges." An identical bill was introduced by then-Rep. Gene Wilson, RWatauga, in the N.C. House on March 22, 2005. Unlike many local bills— which tend to meet little opposition from legislators, hoping to pass their own hometown bills—these went nowhere. The Senate bill was referred to the Committee on Commerce on March 9, where it remained with no action until June 2. On that day, it was pulled from the commit­ tee and referred to the Com­ mittee on Rules and Opera­ tions of the Senate, where it Hurley — continued from front page dependence, Va., and the two, paired together, presented a formidable team. They worked with several cars and won numerous rac­ es. Hurley's cars included a 1965 GTO, a 1968 Dodge Pro Stock, a 1968 Hemi Dart Pro Stock, a 1971 Dodge Demon, a 1972 Dodge Demon, and he even raced with a dirt track car at some events, and won victories in a 1971 Vega. The East Coast Drag Times Hall of Fame was formed in 2002 in Henderson County, North Carolina. Nancy Wil­ son, an avid racing fan and Director of the Vance County Tourism Department created interest and won the support of the Vance County officials who were enthusiastic about the prospects of having such an organization. The East Coast Drag Times Hall of Fame Reunion, along with Show, Shine Shag and Dine, feature a weekend in mid-October when they host an annual event where they recognize their new induct­ ees and host a prestigious car show. At the conclusion of the car show, the East Coast Drag Times Hall of Fame and Show, Shine Shag and Dine recognize the outstanding cars of the show with trophies that they award in 50 differ­ ent categories. The festivi­ ties are kicked off on Friday when a local sponsor, Supe­ rior Chrysler Dodge Jeep, lo­ cated in Henderson County, hosts a barbecue cookout for their honored guests. Follow­ ing the cookout, attendees are encouraged to participate in the Cruise-ins at the Raleigh Road Outdoor Drive-In and the Sonic Grill to conclude the evening. The festivities do not slow down on Saturday when the car show gets under way. During the 2006 show, the event boasted over 1,200 ve­ hicles in the car show, which is held on Main Street and the side streets of downtown Grading environment offered here. Today, all 81 of our children learn and develop their values together. Almost all our chil­ dren are in households where both parents have jobs with typical work hours. MJCDC parents can go to work know­ ing their children are lovingly cared for and learning to be good citizens. Their ability to fund this facility is limited." In response to the county giving up its funding of the center, which began in 1978, the board of directors orga­ nized and formed a non-profit organization with applica­ tion' for tax-exempt status. MJCDC operates as a fourstar (out of five) center with a superior sanitation rating. In month without subsidy (32 percent of their salary) and $225 a month with subsidy (9 percent of their salary). MJCDC serves children age 6 weeks to 5 years from all cultural, ethnic, socialeconomic and religious back­ grounds, and exemplifying mainstream or integrated child care by providing devel­ opment day care for all chil­ dren in the same setting. To find out more about MJCDC, call 846-2208. To do­ nate to the fundraising cam­ paign, send a check to Ashe County Partnership for Chil­ dren, 626 Ashe Central School Road, Unit 1, Jefferson, NC 28640, and write "MJCDC" in the memo line. All Types of Grading Dirt & Gravel Hauling Band Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licerised & insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman Office *(828)963-4069 Cell *(828)773-6736 FdX • (828) 963-8610 SOMETIMES, WINNING AND LOSING GO HAND-IN-HAND. 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While the board worries about budget needs and stay­ ing open, the 14 staff mem­ bers at MJCDC continue to care for the children. "We applaud the child care staff at Mt. Jefferson," Coul­ ter said. "Their dedication to the kids and willingness to stay on through significant salary cuts is a pretty big sac­ rifice. They deserve kudos for that. And it helps the kids to have the stability of familiar faces and places." Co 336-877-1702 Call JoEvelyn at Photo courtesy of Becky Goss Lauren, Drake and Leanna enjoy drawing at Mt. Jefferson Child Development Center. In an effort to keep the center open, a fundraising campaign has begun in order to support the transition from county-operated to private, non-profit day care. We install Trane XLi models. It .V Hani 1}) Stop A Thane" help you reach your health goals. To learn more about how weight loss surgery may help you lose weight for good, attend our free seminar: THURSDAY, MARCH 1, 2 0 0 7 - 6:30 P.M. HOLIDAY I N N EXPRESS 1700 WINKLER STREET. WILKESBORO, N C To register: Weight Loss please call 828-315-3391, or toll free, 800-339-8758, or visit us online at www.frycmedctr.com/surgicalweightloss • ASBS Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence • Cigna-Certified Bariatric Hospital • Blue Cross Blue Shield Surgery Center of Excellence • U.H.N. Bariatric Center of Excellence �PAGE 6A TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ASHE MEMORIAL HOS Hospital CEO addresse outpatient services of approximately $350,000 and an increase in bad debt or non-payment for services of $877,497 which brought the total of bad debt for the year to $2,463,525. All of these factors contributed to the operating loss the facility expe­ rienced during the year. The 2006 loss was significantly larger than the loss experienced in 2005 which was $267,522. In years past the hospi­ tal has operated with a modest sur­ plus which has allowed for continued growth in services being offered and new technology being installed. JP: Is the hospital down siz­ ing? RW: We have not deleted any ser­ Post file photo vices offered to the community at this R.D. Williams, AMH's CEO time. Over the past several months, each position in the organization has Rumors about Ashe Memorial Hospi­ tal have flown around the county in re­ been evaluated for purpose and neces­ sity. A number of positions were identi­ cent weeks. These rumors are not positive, sug­ fied which have been eliminated or hours gesting that the hospital might merge, reduced. The net effect on the number be bought out or close. To find out what of employees at the facility has been a is really happening, we talked with R.D. reduction of approximately 25 full-time Williams, CEO of the hospital. The ques­ equivalents. One FTE is 80 hours of paid tions are from the Jefferson Post (JP); the time in a two week period. An approxi­ mate total of 2,000 paid hours per two answers from Williams (RW). week period has been reduced from the JP: I keep hearing that the hospi­ organization's payroll. This was a combi­ tal is closing, is that true? nation of actual positions eliminated (11) RW: Ashe Memorial Hospital is not closing. We have hit upon some tough and in many cases a reduction in work financial times as reimbursement from week hours for many positions (40 hours the Federal and State governments has per week to 36 hours per week). The annualized payroll impact of these decreased and the number of patients changes will be a reduction in wages seeking care who cannot afford to pay for their care or who choose not to pay for and benefits from a budgeted total of their care has increased. It has become $14,475,113 to $13,591,113 saving the more and more difficult to operate the hospital an estimated $884,000 a year. JP: Who owns the hospital? organization with a positive operating RW: Ashe Memorial Hospital is a notmargin. The Board, Medical Staff, Man­ for-profit corporation which in effect owns agement and Employees of the organiza­ tion are working together to adjust our itself. The organization is governed by expenses to assure that .Ashe'Memorial an 18 member Boftrd of Truste^ solving, Hospital continues to be available to pro­ staggered three year terms. Each year six Trustee terms expire and the Board vide services to the community. Nominating Committee develops a slate JP: I understand that the hospital had a sizeable loss in 2006. What of nominees to be presented to the Share­ happened in 2006 that caused such holders during their annual meeting. Trustees must be Shareholders to hold a loss? RW: The operating loss experienced that position in the organization. When during the hospital's fiscal year which the hospital was originally chartered in ended 9/30/2006 was $2,856,973. Several 1938 and fund raising efforts were under way to build the original building, shares factors contributed to this loss: A $2,034,000 increase in payroll and of stock were sold, while the shares have benefits expense over 2005 which was no capital value nor are traded on any brought on by increased expenses associ­ market, they do entitle the holder to 1. ated with offering our employees health Elect the Trustees who are on the Board; insurance and the need to remain com­ 2. Serve as a Trustee; 3. Approve of the petitive with industry wages for licensed disposal of any real property owned by and certified staff; a reduction in pay­ the organization. Ashe Memorial Hospital receives no ments from the Federal government for direct financial support from the county or town governments, all income gener­ ated by the hospital is a result of services provided to patients, grants applied for and received and through the fund rais­ ing activities of the AMH Foundation. JP: Is the hospital bankrupt? RW: No, the hospital has assets greater than its indebtedness. JP: Is the hospital being purchased by another hospital? RW: No, the hospital is not being pur­ chased by another hospital or any other entity. No one has approached the Board regarding a purchase nor has the Board authorized any exploration into a pos­ sible merger or sale. JP: How many employees do you currently have and how does that relate to past employment levels? RW: Ashe Memorial Hospital cur­ rently has 234 full-time positions. These 234 full-time positions are filled by 340 individuals. These individuals serve the hospital in many different roles from full-time, part-time and in as needed po­ sitions. These 340 employees are paid an average of 18,720 hours per two week pay period which gives you the 234 full-time employees (18,720 divided by 80). The average number of full-time employees has varied over the past several years as follows. YEAR FTE's 2000 240 2001 243 2002 233 2003 234 2004 234 2005 250 2006 261 Current 234 Employment levels have varied over the years as the volume of business has changed in the organization, new ser­ vices are added, regulatory requirements changqd, and technology has improved. The current levels of employees are able to provide care to our patients in an ef­ ficient, safe and caring manner. JP: What is the hospital doing to reverse the negative financial situa­ tion? RW: The organization is continuing to review all of its expense areas, from em­ ployees to supplies. Whenever possible and prudent, savings are being gener­ ated through renegotiated purchasing agreements and employment levels. In addition new sources of revenue are be­ ing explored, new physicians are being recruited to join the medical staff and programs have been put into place to at­ tract admissions from local physicians and other medical providers who do not have admitting privileges. PUTTING A BEAUTIFUL, HEALTHY SMILE ON THE FACES OF ASHE COUNTY • Cosmetic Dentistry • Restorative Dentistry • Crowns and Bridges & Our is loe; Clinic a Ashe C This extensi df clinic tl ah< not 1 Clinic E Monday - Thursday Saturday ~ 8:00AM - 5:00PM ACCEPTING KIDS! • 246-7' You Have A Choice! •ELil i'* F. Eg 1 Make • Ashe Memorial Hi > YOUR Hospital! S»| ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL jB| 2 | p| RW: Up until ri best interest. The with the Medical of the organizati< the timing is ri: the Small and R Program. Thereamong these gro propriate time reimbursement reimbursement fd that we provide to our actual cos ation, this combi! increase in the service area whi insurance and c medical care he of reimbursemei Federal governir JP: What cha Memorial if yc Critical Access RW: The chanj Small and Rural gram will be fcra: of our facility: il by the State an will allow for cor facilities to bettc patients in the a in place will coni their contribute sion of the organ, manner. New pi ed in the same n help to fulfill tht zation in the con sustainable finaB resources will be be added. Two conditions conversion to tht gram; 1. In-patient ce unless there are h stances such as an tion of the patien safe transfer and; 2. The average patient in an aou hours or less. As] currently meets hi and in general, hai several years. JP: I understs recruited a new RW: Yes, Dr.Joli a position as a Ue Memorial Hospita opening his office building on April • excited to have- Di since his training, eral surgery, endo: MOUMTAIH FAMIL' • Root Canals • Surgery • Partials and Dentures Ashe Memorial Hospital Suite 1 • Jefferson The organization is also actively eval­ uating a number of Federal and State payment programs which offer payment to small and rural hospitals on a cost to provide care vs. the current payment system which pays a fixed rate of reim­ bursement regardless of the cost to pro­ vide that care. JP: You mentioned looking at a new pay status, what does that mean? RW: Since 1983 the Federal govern­ ment's insurance program Medicare has paid hospitals based upon a program which averages the cost of many hospi­ tals, large and small, to set a payment for all hospitals. This system has allowed the government to better control the growth in spending on Medicare while forcing the hospital industry to become more efficient. Many large and medium size hospitals have flourished under this system due to their large volume of Medi­ care patients and patients with payment sources from other insurance companies. Small and rural hospitals have suffered under this program since they often do not have a large number of patients to obtain an average cost. Equipment in a small hospital cost sjust as much as that in a large hospital but the cost per use is greater since the volume is lower and the payment is the same. In 1993 the Small and Rural Hospital Flexibility Program was implemented by the Federal govern­ ment as a method to more fairly compen­ sate small and rural hospitals for the critical access to healthcare services they provided to their communities. This pro­ gram has come to be known as the Criti­ cal Access Hospital Program. Under this program, hospitals which qualify are paid 101% of allowable costs for the care they provide to Medicare patients. In North Carolina, Medicaid has also chosen to re­ imburse hospitals in this manner. Over 80% of the care provided by Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital is to Medicare and Medicaid patients. The Board and Medical Staff of the or­ ganization are actively working to deter­ mine if the hospital will qualify for par­ ticipation in this program. One estimate of the financial impact developed by an independent accounting firm indicates that Ashe Memorial Hospital was paid over $850,000 less than actual cost to provide services to Medicare and Medic­ aid patients in 2005. Since that estimate was developed reimbursement by Medi­ care has been decreased for all outpatient services performed by the hospital, so the underpayment increased during 2006. JP: Why has the hospital not ap­ plied for this status before now? v ytj m \ Call our staff at: 336-384-6 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRAURY 27, 2007 PAGE 7A PITAL rumors ntly it was not in our lard working together aff and Management has now determined for. an application for d Hospital Flexibility is - been a consensus s that this is the apnake this change in tus. Previously the many of the services '.s been much closer lan the current situI with the dramatic ber of persons in our ve lost their medical |>t afford to pay for hplified the impact ts by the State and swill I see at Ashe re approved as a spital? participation in the pital Flexibility Prorent to the patients increased payments jderal governments led expansion of our wide services to the Programs currently \ to be evaluated for f meeting the mison in a cost effective ims will be evaluatler, programs which ssion of our organianity and which are illy and with human i Fefully considered to » I >r rules change with Critical Access Pro- is capped at 25, jghly unusual circumepidemic or the condiidoes not allow for a ISUS | bf" I. length of stay for a & care bed will be 96 e Memorial Hospital &h of these conditions met these for the past ad the hospital has mrgeon? [• Sundin has accepted leral Surgeon at Ashe k ' Dr. Sundin will be in the medical office 6!, 2007. We are very rSundin join the staff nd.experience in genDopy and laparoscopic surgery compliments the skills of our existing surgical staff. Originally from Virginia, Dr, Sundin has practiced for the past 10 years in Key West Florida. Dr. Sundin received his undergraduate de­ gree from the University of Virginia and completed his medical training at the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond Virginia. Dr. Sundin continued his surgi­ cal training at Yale University where he completed his General Surgical Residen­ cy in 1992. Dr. Sundin is Board Certified by the American Board of Surgery. JP: Is the hospital recruiting other physicians at this time? RW: We are actively assisting two ex­ isting practices in their searches for new associates in their groups. We continue to evaluate the practice opportunity for a variety of surgical and medical special­ ties in the hope of attracting additional physicians to the area. JP: What is the long term outlook for the hospital? RW: I feel that Ashe Memorial Hospital has a lot of work ahead of us and a great opportunity to develop new services and expand the Medical Staff. Ashe County continues to grow and as new individuals move into the county increased demand for services will be produced. Healthcare is volume dependent and improved vol­ ume in out-patient and in-patient servic­ es will help the hospital to succeed. JP: What can the community do to help? RW: Support the local healthcare pro­ viders and the hospital by seeking care at home instead of out - of - town. Ashe Memorial Hospital offers a wide variety of the highest quality services available in a facility our size. We have a medical community made up of excellent physicians and physi­ cian extenders who are very capable of managing the health care needs of their patients. If local residents will seek care from the local providers then it will be easier to attract and retain physicians and other providers of primary and spe­ cialty services. I'm very proud of the hospital and the work by so many to provide excellent healthcare to you and your family here at home. The hospital was recently recog­ nized as the National Rural Healthcare Organization of the Year by the National Rural Health Association, so we are do­ ing a lot of things right. In closing, I believe our future can be bright with your support! Your commu­ nity hospital needs your ongoing support year after year. I encourage you to make Ashe Memorial your hospital of choice. r Care Cihtii After Hours Clinic ated at the Top Dog in Warrensville at the bunty Middle School, ^center is NOT an ion of our emergency ipartment, but a hat is available to you d your family for i-emergency care. [ours: > 5:00 ~ 9:00PM • Friday and Sunday -Closed 522 for more information ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INSTALLS POWERFUL NEW CT IMAGING TECHNOLOGY FROM GE HEALTHCARE The System Provides a Diagnostic Tool for the Local Community Ashe Memorial Hospital announced today that it has acquired a new, advanced Computed Tomography Scanner from GE Healthcare. The BrightSpeed offers the latest in "multislice" CT technology along with clinical applications that will allow Ashe Memorial Hospital's physicians to quickly and accurately perform multiple diagnostic exams. These exams help diagnose disease or lifethreatening illness such as chest pain, stroke and cardiovascular disease. With the exceptional image quality, productivity, and reliability found in GE's CT products, Ashe Memorial Hospital physicians are now able to offer quality care right here at home. The system was installed in November 2006. "Our acquisition of the BrightSpeed raises the level of care that our physicians can provide for a multitude of injuries or illnesses which may lessen the need to transfer critically ill patients to other hospitals away from their family and friends," said R.D. Williams, CEO. "This system is patient friendly and its speed of producing accurate scans will help our physicians to begin treating patients by helping them to provide the diagnosis or cause of illness in a shorter period of time than previously possible. Thehighresolutionimagingcapabilities of BrightSpeed lets physicians optimize dose to the patient while at the same time gathering required diagnostic information that may reduce the need for additional, and sometimes uncomfortable, procedures. With advanced data processing features, patient information can be quickly shared with referring physicians, including three-dimensional (3-D) renderings of internal organs such as the heart and coronary arteries. "As the one of the first hospitals in our area to offer this technology, Ashe Memorial Hospital is on the leading edge of providing excellent patient care that benefits both patients and physicians,"said R.D. Williams, CEO. "We are proud to once again raise the level of excellence in the healthcare services offered to the residents of Ashe County." CT Concepts Computed Tomography (CT) System, also known as a "CAT Scan" is a medical diagnostic tool that allows the visualization of internal structures within the human body. This aids physicians in diagnosing disease, viewing internal abnormalities and assessing the extent of trauma damage. During a typical CT procedure, the patient is placed on a table. The table then moves the patient through the gantry (a donut-shaped device), which houses an X-ray tube and detector array. For each image acquired, the X-ray tube rotates around the patient and the X-rays pass through the patient to the detector array, and thousands of X-ray measurements are acquired. The computer then processes this information and displays the corresponding images on a computer screen. (See Figure 1) This imaging technique avoids any superimposition of organs or tissues upon one another that might occur during other types of X-ray tomographic studies. Figure 1 Figure 2 The CT exam creates images analogous to a single slice of bread from a whole loaf or a slice from an orange. (See Figure 2) Hence, the word 'slice' is often used to describe a view of patient anatomy. ' The quality of an image depends on the nature of the X-ray source and detectors, the number and speed of the measurements made, the details of the reconstruction technique (algorithm), the machine characteristics, and the methods of data display and interpretation. The computer allows healthcare professionals to shade, rotate, correlate and measure anatomy in the image. This data can be manipulated to derive even more precise clinical information. While conventional X-ray can discern tissue density difference of five percent, CT can distinguish a density difference of 1 percent or less, aiding in diagnostic confidence. www.ashememorial.org We've added a new tool to our website to make interactive healthcare a reality in the area! Community residents can now search for news and information on 5000 health-related topics by connecting to Ashe Memorial Hospital's website at v.ashememorial.org then click on the AMH Fasthealth section. ASHE SERVICES FOR AGING, INC. Providing a broad range of services designed to improve the quality of life for older adults enhance their dignity and help them maintain their independc Board Certified Nurse Aide Home Delivered Meals Intergenerational Day Care Volunteer Opportunities Information and Referral Congregate Meals Adult Day Health Care Group Respite Senior Center Activities Senior Housing 180 Chattyrob Lane • PO Box 9 West Jefferson, NC 28694 • Telephone 336-246-2461 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM �PAGE 8A TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check. Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.oom Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advortlse any protoroncos. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national1 origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our renders are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-tolophone number tor the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. ;> Classifieds Work! 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost near Mt. Zion Ch. Rd., male brown terrier mix with scar under righteye, around 40lbs. Also lost 1 red-colored lab mix, female. May have puppies with her. Missing 10 puppies. May have been stolen. Please call with any info. Robyn 336-363-9187 (leave msg.) or email: com. Lost on Idlewild Road near Blackburn's Store: male black and tan puppy, Chihuahua / Fiest mix. Answers to Sam. If you have seen Sam or have informa­ tion, please call 336-877-5177. Reward offered. Lost: Boston Terrier Male, Black & White, answers to Barney. Lost in Creston Area Peak Rd & Three Top Rd. If you have any in­ formation, please call 336-385-1796. 70-Travel & Camping 1992 Prowler 25" with Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. Cal 336-977-0383 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6, Queen Bed, bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 140-Help Wanted ATTENTION CNA I'S: PT and FT positions available for Home Care in Ashe County. Premium Pay, Premium Benefits with Mileage. Call Tammy Jones at (800) 7907483 Toll Free. CDLTRAINING Want to become a Truck Driver? Want to travel? Want a good job with good pay and job security? Wilkes Community College apd Sage Technic,al Services. have teamed together to offer the best training available. Small Classes: ONE STUDENT PERTRUCK Lifetime, Nationwide Job Placement Call (336)838-6509 Position for Medical Assistant to work with mentally and physically challenged children as assistant to technician in medical setting. Job training & advancement available. 336-385-1775 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted CIRCULATION / REFERENCE LIBRARIAN I Two positions available, one at the Whitetop Public Library and one at the Fries Public Library, branches of the Wythe-Grayson Regional Library. Positions are responsi­ ble for providing public service to all patrons. High school diploma or GED and one-year of experience with computers and library work required. Application and position description for these part-time positions are available at the Whitetop and Fries Public Libraries. Contact Janet Cox at (276) 773-3018 ext. 25 for additional Information. Apply with resume at the Whitetop Public Library, 16309 Highland Parkway, Whitetop, VA 24292 OR the Fries Public Library, 105 W. Main St., Fries, VA 24330 by 5:00 PM EST, Friday, March 2nd, 2007. EOE. Early Intervention Specialist to work one on one with children, birth-3yrs. old in Watauga and Ashe County areas. Position requires a bachelor's degree in a Human Service- related field. Experience with young children is preferred. Ability to provide parent education and knowledge of child development is a must. HomeCare offers excellent training and pay for qualified applicants. Please call HomeCare Management for an application at 828-264-1021, or fax your resume to 828-264-0755. You may call us toll free at 1-888-878-5199 LOOKING FOR A REWARDING JOB? RHA Health Services has positions available on 1st and 2nd shifts working with developmentally disabled adults. Positions are in Deep Gap and are part-time, but may become full-time. High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license required. For more information, please call 828-262-5450. COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH . TECHNICIAN (Position 743-53-0835) Open until filled. FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Ashe County. Duties include: Community support services provided in non-office setting. Work will be with child and adult consumers who are dually diag­ nosed to assist them in improving interpersonal and community coping skills. Minimum requirements: Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of experience in providing support services MH/DD/SA consumers. Usual schedule: Mon-Fri, 8-5, flexibility required. Typical-hiring range: $23,700$27,024. Submit state application to: Ashe County Employment Security Commission, 626 Ashe Central School Rd, Unit 5, Jefferson, NC 28640. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR I (743-40-1652) Open until filled. FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Work base Alleghany. Duties include: Working with a caseload of adults with severe and persistent mental illness, monitoring, arranging and linking clients to services and completing paperwork. Much of the work will be in the community and clients' homes. Usual schedule: Mon - Fri, 8-5, flexibility required. Minimum require­ ments: Bachelor's degree in human serv­ ice field and two years of related human services counseling/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counsel­ ing/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counsel­ ing/therapy, case management or group work one of which was supervised. Hiring range: $33,564$38,424. Submit state application to: Alleghany Employment Security Commission, PO Box 996, Sparta, NC 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENCY PART-TIME HANDY seeking a licensed MAN 20- 25 hours per week i. Property/Casualty & • Life/Health Agent to needed in West sell on a commission Jefferson area. Must only basis. Entry be dependable and experience level okay. able to work with Great opportunity for people, and have own learning the business. hand tools and truck. Please fax resume to Duties include routine 336-877-2615 apt. maintenance, and or email to preparing vacant units. wendy.sheets® Basic knowledge of brookeagency.com plumbing, electrical, J. Y. MONK and carpentry needed. REAL ESTATE Send resume or letter SCHOOL of interest to: Get your license Fast. Job Opportunity Boone & Charlotte PO Box 808, Courses. 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Qualifications: at least 2 years supervisory experience, high school diploma, valid driver's license, flexible work schedule and experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Qualified applicants can apply at 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC 28618 or call 828-262-5450 160-Business Opportunities Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIR Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 m MI ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • 290-Horses & Livestock For Sale: Fraser Fir Seedlings - 3-0's, bed run, also have transplants. Want to buy: Fraser Fir Christmas trees by the block. Call 276-579-7733. Horses For Sale: over 100 to choose from. Miniatures, Quarter Horses, Paints, Paso Finos, Pair Belgium Mares. Will finance and keep until spring. Horse trailers, Flat Beds & tack, sell or trade. Looking for part time help on Horse farm. 336-384-9040. Fraser Fir Blocks. 5,000 to 45,000 trees, 2ft to 10ft. Will give time to harvest or will sell land, owner financ­ ing available. 140 acre farm, with 45,000 trees and 14 acre farm with 5,000 trees for sale. Other blocks for lease. Call 336-384-9040 Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 260-Garage/Yard Sales • 7 1 1 k f •J M • / : i f I EEO LIA1M 235-Christmas Trees KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time 2 times $9.50 $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock 7Yr Old Appaloosa Mare For Sale. Raises beautiful colts. Easy keeper. Call 336-977-9309 Your source for news in Ashe Count}/ and the High Countnj: The Jefferson Post PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 330-Pets 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap Urgent" Listing. Zelda is a 6 month old, male, shepherd mix. He's a little sweetheart and loves people. He's a feisty, normal puppy with lots of energy and youth! He is good with other pets too. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. FOR SALE: 8 Prom Dresses, Sizes 5/6 and 7/8. Short & Long Lengths. $50 to $400. 336-982-9050 days, 336-982-4132 nights. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Harley Davidson Boots For Sale. Good shape, size 12. $200. Call 336-982-2165 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. Wanted: Weathered Poplar Boards, any condition, at least 8" wide. Will dismantle building if needed. 336-877-1129. Leave message, will call back same day. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale FREE to good homes! 6 wks. old adorable, mixed-breed puppies. Call 336-384-1982; if no answer - Please leave msg. PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Now is the time to list your business in the Jefferson Post High Country Business Seroices. Cull 336-846-7164 K1'J M: raka J M ! We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets For Sale: Chocolate Lab Puppies, AKC Registered, wormed and 1st shots. Ready for pickup Mar 1st. $300. Call 336-384-2828 2002 4x4, Dodge extra Dakota, cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 2001 Chev Suburban 4x4, 67K, Loaded, Leather, All Options. Dk Blue, One Owner, Garage Kept. New Michelin tires. $18,000. 336-982-2295 SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2003 XR 70 Dirtbike. Kick Starter, 3 speed, automatic. Very good condition. Comes with owners manual, title and tool kit. Half off original price. $975 firm. Call 336-982-8154 Wilkes Community College Career Counselor For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu SMITHS AEROSPACE IS HIRING! WEST JEFFERSON, NC Level ICNC Machine Operator - Primarily 2nd Shift - Starting pay, no CNC experience is $10.00 hour - Pay Range $10.00 to $13.50 Level II CNC Machine Operator - Primarily 2nd Shift - Pay Range $14.00 to $18.00 per hour based on experience - 2 years experience minimum - Exotic metal experience required Quality Assurance CMM Operator - 2 nd Shift Wytheville, Virginia 1-800-334-1203 www.alllancetractortrailer.com Publishing Position — Sales and Marketing McFarland 8c Company, Inc., Publishers, Jefferson, North Carolina. This fulltime job requires a bright outgoing person with excellent skills in per­ sonal, telephone and written communication, who should also be very comfortable with computers. A two-year degree (any subject) would be a plus. Testing is required. McFarland is an international reference and scholarly book publisher. Benefits include two weeks' paid vacation (stepped up with longevity), standard holidays, a retirement plan, an insurance package that includes medical and dental as well as short and long term disability along with long term care, maternity/paternity leaves, a subsidized lunch program and other benefits. There is an annual review for raises and bonuses. Competitive pay will be negotiated based on qualifications. Apply by March 9, 2007, at the Employment Security Commission only - Prefer previous CMM experience - Precision Meas. experience is required Quality Assurance CMM Programmer - Requires previous experience Programming CMM's - Software is PC DMIS Quality Assurance First Piece Inspection - QA experience required - Precision Measurement experience is required - GD&T and plate layout knowledge is required 2nd Shift Supervisor - Previous Mfg experience required - Must have CNC knowledge • Shift pay for second is .50 per hour. • High school diploma or GED is required. • Apply at local Joblink or ESC office • We're looking for people who want a career, not just a job. • Second shift regular hours are 3:15 pm to 1:45 am Monday through Thursday. • Expect overtime hours. 0 All hiring is subject to physicals, background checks, and drug tests. • Smiths Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. You may apply at your local ESC office or at the ESC office at 626 Ashe Central School Road, Jefferson, NC 28640 • Phone: (336) 982-4212 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 PAGE 9A Classifieds 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers 500-Mobile Homes for Sale For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. For Sale: John Deere Trail Gator, 4x6, for parts. Motor, transmis­ sion okay - frame warp­ ed. $1,000 cash. Call 336-384-4757 leave message. Local Dealers FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 i 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 ELIZABETH LYLE, Petitioner, vs. DWIGHT A. MILLER AND ALL OTHER LIVING HEIRS OF SAMUEL MILLER, DECEASED Respondents NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: Susuan L. Tackett and unnamed spouse Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-enti­ tled special proceed­ ing. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. For Rent: 2 BR House Hart IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-27 Mobile Homes by FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our Tor rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 by NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY the latest deals on For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDDtf 1 -800-735-2962 Stop of Roger Van Edwards Administrator CTA for the Estate of Jackie Carlton Blackburn Jefferson Post for Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available 1 This the 8th day February, 2007. Check Out the 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent IM i 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Power Equipment. Little Classifieds... 530-Lots & Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. BIG RESULTS! 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 3BR 2Bath located in Friendship Park, West Jefferson. $535 month, $535 deposit. Will rent to own with $1500 down payment. Call 336-982-5072 after 6pm. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. For Lease: Pasture and Barn for Horses. Riding Trails available. By Parkway in Laurel Springs, NC. Call 336-359-8224. 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale 2 Story, 3 bedroom house, gas logs, monitor, balcony, greenhouse. 1 acre. Also, 4 acres Old Obids Rd. 336-977-6656 336-877-5513. 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 For Sale: House, Outbuildings & 26 acres more or less. Call 336-385-3360 500-Mobile Homes for Sale $0.00 ZERO Down Payment for landowners. Singlewides, Doublewides, On and Off Frame Modulars $25,000 - $500,000. (See Our 2 story Log Home) 1195-Legals WE CAN DO IT ALL! Oakwood Homes of Hudson, NC 828-396-2045 Call for easy directions. 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator CTA of the Estate of Jackie Carlton Blackburn, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy-all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 8394 Tuscany Drive, Lewisville, NC 27023 on or before the 14th day of May, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. Permission is being sought from the court to sell a piece of prop­ erty containing 31.023 acres located in Ashe County, North Carolina originally owned by Sam Miller who died September 10, 1916, and is survived by 150 heirs of which you are one of the heirs. The proceeds from the sale will be distributed amongst the heirs according to the North Carolina intestate suc­ cession laws. You are required to make response to such pleading not later than April 12, 2007, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals evidencing said indebt­ edness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse said document incorpo­ rated by reference as though fully set out herein; file name osbste5.or Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trust­ ee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the chal­ lenge to have merit, may request the court, to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchas­ er will have no further remedy. sought from the court to sell a piece of prop­ erty containing 31.023 acres located in Ashe County, North Carolina originally owned by Sam Miller who died September 10, 1916, and is survived by 150 heirs of which you are one of the heirs. The proceeds from the sale will be distributed amongst the heirs according to the North Carolina intestate suc­ cession laws. by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substitut­ ed as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an in­ strument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness hav­ ing directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the under­ signed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jef­ ferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 12:00 pm on March 14, 2007 and will sell to the high­ est bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Ashe, North Caroli­ na, and being more particularly described as follows: 415-418, to which re­ corded instrument ref­ erence is hereby made for a specific recital of said restriction, cove­ nants and affirmative obligations. where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on March 1, 2007 at 12:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior con­ veyances of record. . Said property is com­ monly known as 280 Calhoun Road, West Jefferson, NC 28694. A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expira­ tion of the statutory up­ set bid period, all the remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. BEGINNING at an existing 3/8-inch rebar by a 6-inch cherry tree, thence S 10-10-38 W 101.34 feet to an existing 3/8-inch rebar; thence S 31-09-48 W 36.38 feet to a slump; thence with a neu> line N 63-13-50 W 87.50 Said property to be feet to a point in the offered pursuant to this centerline of the drive; Notice of Sale is being thence with said cen­ offered for sale, trans­ terline three courses, fer and conveyance 1) N 25-38-45 E 37.33 "AS IS WHERE IS." feet to a point, There are no represen­ of warranty 2) thence N 49-21-15 E tations 60.11 feet to a point, relating to the title or 3) thence N 60-45-50 E any physical, environ­ 53.46 feet to a point; mental, health or safety thence S 43-55-18 E conditions existing in, 9.84 feet to the BEGIN­ on, at, or relating to the NING, containing 0.197 property being offered acre, based on a for sale. This sale is survey by The Thomas made subject to all Herman Company, prior liens, unpaid tax­ assess­ RLS, completed 26 es, special ments, easements, January 1987. There is also conveyed herewith an casement of right of way as de­ scribed in that certain instrument which ap­ pears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 169, at page 2327, to which reference is hereby made for a more com­ plete description of said easement. And being the same property conveyed in Book 157, page 1363, Ashe County Registry, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or ex­ ceptions of record. To the best of the knowl­ edge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are Steve Allen Osborne and wife, Sherry E. Osborne. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 3924988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 06-06141 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-27 DWIGHT A. MILLER AND ALL OTHER LIVING HEIRS OF SAMUEL MILLER, DECEASED Respondents NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: Wayne Turner and unnamed spouse Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-enti­ tled special proceed­ ing. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: is This the 22nd day of February, 2007. D. Dale Howard Attorney for Petitioner 756 W. King St. P.O. Box 32 Boone, NC 28607 PUBLICAFION DATES: February 27, 2007 March 6, 2007 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE ELIZABETH LYLE, Petitioner, vs. Permission You are required to make response to such pleading not later than April 12, 2007, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. Under and by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Marvin Eric Tart and Alice Marie Kinsey to Tallman, Hudders & Sorrentino, Trustee(s), dated the 6th day of February, 2006, and recorded in Book 00342. Page 0615. Ashe County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note The property to be offered pursuant to this Caring for our community 06SPT01 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Steve Allen Osborne & Sherry E. Osborne to Grady Lonon, Trustee(s), which was dated May 10, 1999 and recorded on May 14, 1999 in Book 240 at Page 1, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). Medical Center D. Dale Howard Attorney for Petitioner 756 W. King St. P.O. Box 32 Boone, NC 28607 SALE Subject to all of the restrictions, covenants and affirmative obliga­ tions set forth in a dec­ laration of a Restriction Agreement for this subdivision, which is of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 193, at Pages 1819-1821, as revised in Book 320, at Pages Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discre­ tion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Wilkes Regional being This the 22nd day of February, 2007. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE Lot 16 as shown on plat of Hidden Valley, Section 1, of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Plat Book 5, at Pages 372 and 373, to which recorded plat reference is hereby made for a metes and bounds description of said lot. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 278 Valley Lane, Fleet­ wood, North Carolina. Together with a perpet­ ual easement to obtain water from the well located on Lot 17 together with the right to enter upon the same for the purposes of inspecting, maintaining, and repairing said well and for the purposes of installing, inspecting, maintaining, repairing and replacing water lines leading from the same to the above described property; provided, however, that other users of water from the same shall pay to the Grantee, for providing electricity to operate the pump for said well, a monthly sum as may hereafter be established by Blue Ridge Electric Member­ ship Corporation, and provided further that all users of water from said well and water system shall share equally in all other costs of maintenance and upkeep for said well and water system. Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN TOP PAY for FORD DIESEL and/or TRANSMISSION EXPERIENCE! We have immediate openings for all phases of auto and light truck repair. CRNA Dietitian AUTOMOTIVE BODY TECHNICIAN Home Care Director TOP PAY for AUTO BODY EXPERIENCE! We have immediate openings for all phases of auto and light truck repair. Hospice Patient Care Coordinator WE OFFER: Benefits • Flexible Work Schedule Medical/Dental • 401k and Much, Much More!! Home Health Program Coordinator For a confidential inteview, call Gary Covais at: 336-246-7183 or forward resume to: We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. Ashe County Motors P.O. Box 66 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-4153 gary.covais@ashecountymotors.com For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE . EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. KJ/hy Dri/a ilf We've changed ours, with a $20 million renovation project throughout the hospital, including our state-of-the-art surgery suites and Imaging area.We're Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital, a 93-bed acute care hospital located in Elkin, North Carolina. Come to work with our growing JCAHO-accredited hospital and become a member of our growing team. We currendy have opportunities available for the following: MEDICAL/SURGICAL CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER VyiSm Want to join our health care team? fitu aku Work at Home? Medical Technologist - PRN position in our Laboratory Department. I st Shift, M-F. Current NC RN licensure and CPR required. 3-5 years acute care nursing and one-year management experience preferred. ASSISTANT CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER Shifts varied including weekends. Must be a graduate of an accredited registered nurse program, current NC licensure certification in CPR, as well as 3-5 years experience in OB. OB RN Must possess current NC RN licensure with I year of Med/Surg or OB exp. & current CPR certification. Shift 7pm-7am, M-F. with every other weekend Competitive Salary Shift Differential Year-round position MED/SURG RN Must be a licensed NC RN and possess CPR certification; shift 7pm-7:30am. three 12-hour shifts per week with every other weekend FLOAT POOL RN Must have NC RN Licensure and current CPR and a minimum of I year Med/Surg experience. Must have an Associate or Baccalaureate degree 7am-7pm, three 12-hour shifts per week. from an accredited school (Medical Technologist Certificate), current CPR and previous computer MED/SURG RN 2nd shift M-F, 3pm-11:30pm. Must be a licensed NC RN and possess CPR certification; 2 yrs acute Med/Surg experience. experience preferred ER RN Must be a graduate of accredited RN program and a licensed NC RN as well as possess To apply: Apply in person at We'll Change Your Point of View! Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org CPR certification in ACLS, PALS andTNCC within I year Shifts: 7pm-7am every weekend OR 7am-7pm, Monday-Friday with alternating weekends. OR RN Must possess a current NC RN licensure, knowledge of asepsis. OR circulation/scrub experience desired Shift M-F, 6:30am-3:00pm with call rotation. We Offer Premium Pay For Float Positions. Join the professional staff at Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital We pnde ourselves on the high quality of are we provide our patients. Apply in person at the HR office. 716 Johnson Ridge Road. Bkin or online at / • - EOE M/F/D/V www.hughchatham.com Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital www.hughchatham.com �PAGE 10A TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment. or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the hold­ er of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all respon­ sibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition ex­ pressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subjept to all taxes, special assess­ ments, and prior liens or encumbrances of re­ cord and any recorded releases. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals A cash deposit or cash­ ier's check (no person­ al checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or sev­ en hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. PUBLICATION DATES: February 20, 2007 February 27, 2007 Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the under­ signed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jef­ ferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 12:00 pm on March 7, 2007 and will sell to the high­ est bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Ashe, North Caroli­ na, and being more particularly described as follows: S 2 1/4 degrees W 74.5 feet to an iron stake in the southern line of Lot No. 35 in said subdivision; thence with the com­ mon line of Lots Nos. 35 and 36. S. 87 1/4 degrees E 134.1 feet to an iron stake in the street; thence with the street (the same being a 40.00' street as shown on the plat of said subdivision) N 2 1/4 degrees E 72.5 feet to the Beginning, and being portions of Lots Nos. 34 and 35 of the Lorena S. Miller Subdi­ vision as shown on a plat of the same which appears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Plat Book 1, at Page 113. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 381 Brooke Lane, West Jefferson, North Carolina. Ashe County Public Registry in Book U-4, at Page 350, and fur­ ther recorded in Book 189, at Page 2492, to which reference is hereby made for a complete description of the same. officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the hold­ er of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions ex­ isting in, on, at or relat­ ing to the property being offered for sale, and any and all respon­ sibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition ex­ pressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assess­ ments, and prior liens or encumbrances of re­ cord and any recorded releases. This 14th day February, 2007. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale con­ in a certain This 21st day of tained Deed of Trust made by February, 2007. Richard A. Hartsog to Mid Atlantic, SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ Trustee(s), dated the EE SERVICES, INC. 21st day of January, SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ 2005, and recorded in Book 00324. Page EE 1395. Ashe County Registry, North Caroli­ BY na, default having been Attorney at Law made in the payment of The Law Firm of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed Hutchens, Senter & of Trust and the under­ Britton, RA. signed, Substitute Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. Trustee Services, Inc. having been substitut­ P.O. Box 1028 ed as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an in­ 4317 Ramsey Street strument duly recorded Fayetteville, in the Office of the North Carolina 28311 Register of Deeds of http;//www,fcAshe County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness hav­ Case No: 415.116629 ing directed that the All that certain lot or parcel of land situated in Ashe County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Beginning on an iron stake in Carl Hartsoe's line, said point being the northeast corner of Lot No. 34 of the Lorena S. Miller Subdivi­ sion, and running with the northern line of said Lot No. 34 N. 87 1/4 degrees W 134.1 feet to an iron stake in said line; thence out the hill Together with an ease­ ment to obtain water as set out in that certain instrument which ap­ pears of record in the Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discre­ tion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the A cash deposit or cash­ ier's check (no person­ al checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or sev­ en hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. of SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ EE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ EE BY: Attorney at Law The Law Firm of Hutch­ ens, Senter & Britton, PA. Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. 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Contact Robert Holntan • Land Clearing • Road Building •Septic Systems • Basements • Footers > 1ST Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 £c||. 828-773-6736 : — t a e r v l Seek Rest Travel SERVING BREAKFAST AND LUNCH Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday ~ 6:00am - 2:00pm Wednesday Breakfast Only - 6:00am - 10:30am Breakfast Buffet on Saturday Only - 7:00am - 11:00am Salad Bar with Homemade Soup or Spaghetti 982-3335 17 years experience Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES • Residential Pick up Service • $40.00 Quarterly • Special Pick-up Service Available James Ellis - Owner Residential 8-2Wed&Sat Jo^^§echre|t| Referring Travel Agcnfe | •uMBmiMMMj,- - : '.v —; Wfosi|e: j|tbtravel.cdm/srt v Email: seeli_res^@yahoo.com Phone: 3 3 6 - 9 7 7 - 1 3 1 7 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY EVENTS Gary Barber at Democratic Headquarters on March 5 School Lunch Menu Feb. 26 - Mar 2 requirements when working in stream channels and wetlands. Representatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, and North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission will be presenting the following information: •When are federal and state permits needed •Guidance about the applica­ tion process •Avoiding and minimizing impacts to waters & natural resources. Located in the Conference Room at the Agricultural Building next to the County Courthouse. 7 p.m.: The Iron Mountain Hot Dog on Bun, •hili and Onions, Cole Slaw, rench Fries, Fruit, Milk jesday: Baked Chicken, Stir 'y Vegetables, Rice, Roll, ineapple Parfait, Milk 'ednesday: Fish Sticks, ashed Potatoes, Carrot Cole law, Lemon Pudding, Milk flonday: Tuesday February 27 p.m.: Grafting Fraser Fir /orkshop. Dr. John Frampton, Jhristmas Tree Geneticist, 'om NCSU, will be the guest peaker. Jring your grafting knife and several rootstock plants size 3-1 or 3-2's. This will be a lands-on program. A Meal is provided. Please R.S.V.P. for the meal count by February 23 by calling (336) 219-2650. Trail Riders will meet at Shaylyn's New River Trail Cafe on Main Street in Fries, VA. The evening's topic will be "Introduction to proper trail design and maintenance". All are welcome to join us. The Iron Mountain Trail Riders, inc. is a volunteer organization whose goal is to protect and maintain trails in the Jefferson National Forest and Mount Rogers National Recreation Area. The organization part­ ners with the Forest Service, other user groups and private land owners to keep trails open and safe. The group meets on the fourth Wednesday on every month at 7pm at Shaylyn's New River Trail Cafe in Fries. Other activities include volunteer trail days, trail rides, educational programs. All are welcome! For more information contact Gina Hagis at 276-744-7363 whiterose@wiredog.com or Nancy Sluys at 336-351-4753 minglewood@surry.net 7 p.m.: The National Alliance 6 p.m.: The High Country Christian Women's Club invites all women of the area to join us for our February meeting. You can also bring that special man in your life for "Heart Healthy Tips" and answers to your health ques­ tions by Dr. Thomas Zuber of Boone, N.C. Our meeting will be from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Deerfield Fellowship, Deerfield Road in Boone. We have a wonderful catered meal all-inclusive for $11.00. Our speaker this month will be Lavanda Moore of Spruce Pine, N.C. She will be speak­ ing on "When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on." Our music will be Bill and Debbie Hartley with "Songs from the Heart" Judy Eller will be at the piano. Reservations and cancella­ tions by Saturday February 24. Reservations should be hon­ ored if not used by a friend. Reservations can be made by calling Norma 264-1210 or Linda at 264-3753. A free nursery is also available with reservations. Christian Women's Club is sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries, a national/interna­ tional group based in Kansas City, Mo. on Mental Illness of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. The topic of the meet­ ing will be "Creating Caring Congregations" and will fea­ ture speakers that address the issue of how the faith com­ munity can become a resource for individuals diagnosed with mental illness and their fami­ lies and friends, It will also include a video presentation that outlines the specific steps that a congregation can take to 6:30 p.m.: How toWork Better with Your Vet. 1st floor confer­ ence room in the Agricultural Service Senter in Jefferson, N.C. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Tim Potter, who will discuss veterinarian relations and how to work better with your vet. This will be a very informative meeting and we hope you will make plans to attend. If you have questions call (336) 2192650 become a ministry of support. Handouts will be available and a discussion on the next steps will follow the video. The public is invited to attend. Saturday March 3 7:00 p.m.: Saturday Night Singing at Mountain View Baptist Church. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite everyone to attend! Monday March 5 he Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, Jane Lonon, Executive Director, Ashe Arts Council will present a program on the Council and its activities, with emphasis on the Barn Quilt Program. Business meeting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more informa­ tion, call 982-9538. Thursday March 8 6 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission, lnc.(BROC)will hold its Public Hearing on its Community Services Block Grant (BSBG) for the program year July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008. The hearing will take place prior to the BROC Executive Meeting at the BROC Ashe Office, Warrensville Community Center, Warrensville, N.C. The BROC Executive Committee Meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. The proposal will be availble for review to the Public. 6:30 p.m.: Goat & Sheep Workshop: Breeding and Feeding at Ashe Family Central in Jefferson. Meal sponsored by Southern States. Please RSVP by Monday, March 5 by calling 336-219-2650. Saturday March 10 11 a.m.: Convention The annual of the Ashe WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND 7 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic party will hold their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. Wednesday February 28 County Republican Party will be held at the Ashe County Courthouse. Precinct meetings will begin at 11 a.m. with lunch at 12 p.m. The general con­ vention will convene at 1 p.m. Donations will be accepted to defray the cost of providing lunch. Monday March 12 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The March meeting on March 12 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The pro­ gram will include a discussion of the spring care and pruning of ornamental trees and shrubs by Bryan Davis, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Saturday March 17 7 p.m.: "Mz. Relay" 2007. Relay for Life organiz­ ers present: A womanless beauty pageant at Westwood Elementary School Auditorium. Who will wear the crown? Adults $7.00, Children 12 and under $4.00. Advance tickets availab le by calling Mary Jo Black 336-219-2727 days or 336-982-9055 Ongoing Events The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold March services at HolyTrinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The March meeting on March 12 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The program will include a discussion of the spring care and pruning of ornamental trees and shrubs by Bryan Davis, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. Small Group Opportunity for Newly Married and Engaged Couples. FaithBridge United Methodist Church is offering a new Small Group for Newly Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage relationships. This small group will provide fellowship opportunities with other couples just starting out, as well as offer teaching from a video-based curriculum by two Christian counselors who are experts on marriage, Les and Leslie Parrott. The small group will be facilitated by Rev. Marianne Romanat, pastor of FaithBridge. This group will meet in the home of Kyle and Elise Sigmon in Boone (directions are available by contacting the church office at 828-2958333) on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March 7th and ending May 9th. Desserts and coffee will be provided by the church, and child care will be available upon request. For more information about this small group opportunity, contact FaithBridge United Methodist Church at 828-2958333 or visiting the church's website: www.faithbridgeumc. org . FaithBridge worships on Sundays at 11 am at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive. Dress is casual and child care is provided for all worship services. The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Raffle to Benefit Alleghany Animal Shelter - Win our "Spring has Sprung" Gift Collection! Collection includes unique tea pot donated by Cater Pots (valued at $130), lots of other unique gifts donated by local merchants, and a certificate for a FREE spay/neuter! Tickets are $1 ea. or 6 for $5. Buy your tickets at Twin Oaks Vet Hospital or The Fashion Zone in Sparta, NC! Drawing to be Held March 20! Watch the drawing LIVE on Channel 50! For more info, call Robyn at 336-363-9187. Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions American Red Cross: O Positive, B Positive, O Negative, A Negative, and B Negative remain at EMERGENCY status. The overall inventory remains at CRITICAL status. Over 1000 units were lost from today and yesterday's schedule due to bad weather. • There is an urgent need for 5 blood types—O pos, O neg, B pos, B neg and A neg • The blood supply has been low since the holidays but has been further reduced by the wintry weather felt across the state. • The weather experienced this past week caused the cancellation of many drives throughout the state. As a result, the Red Cross could not collect more than 825 units of much needed blood. • In the greater NC area, the Red Cross distributes about 1600 blood products to area hospitals for patient use. We serve 103 hospitals. • Call 1-800-234-1646 x 209 for more information about upcoming blood drives in Ashe County. • All donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in general good health. THE CHILDBIRTH/ NEWBORN CARE CLASSES AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WILL NOW BE HELD ON THURSDAY EVENINGS (NOT TUESDAYS) BEGINNING ON AT 7 p.m. THURSDAY FEBRUARY 8TH. The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. Realize the value of co-op membership! Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation, a Touchstone Energy®' cooperative, wants to remind you to use your Co-op Connections® card. The Co-op Connections program helps you obtain discounts on products and services from participating businesses across northwest North Carolina and nationally at more than 7,000 businesses. PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES Watch for new business listings in The Enlightener. You can also check www.BlueRidgeEMC.comorwww.TouchstoneEnergy.com for the most up-to-date listing available. 11 a.m.: Friends of the Library begins its speaker series with local author John Stewart discussing his MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY new book Confederate Spies at Large, downstairs at the library. 1 p.m.: Working in Streams or Wetlands? You may need a permit... Please join 423-727-5113 us for a public informational session on federal and state ASHE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY • 336-982-4297 These animals are available for adoption. My name is Tiger and I was orphaned when my mom was hit by a car. My brothers and I had to be bottle-fed and we are veiy socialized. Please come to take one of us home with you. Posted 2/17/07 My name is Sasha and I am I of 3 beautiful pups left of the litter. Our parents are collie, shepherd and lab mix. We love to play chase and cuddle. Please come see us next Sat. or call ahead. Posted 2/17/07 My name is Greta and I am Sasha's sister. We are both so lovable and well adjusted as we have had lots of love from our foster people but we need a permanent home. Please come see us. Posted 2/17/07 This week featuring... RETAIL Logs America, LLC (Log Homes of America), Banner Elk 828-963-7777 5% discount off retail log home package of materials (Cannot he combined with any other offers) Lucretia's Fine Children's Apparel, Gifts and Furniture, Blowing Rock 828-295-3003 15% off purchase of $50 or more on regular priced items (does not include sale items or other discounts) Mine by Design, Lenoir 828-758-9660 $5 off $50 or more purchase Mitzi's Bridal, Lenoir 828-754-7852 Rent four tuxedos and get the 5th tux rental Free. Contact Mitzi's for full details. Montesino North Carolina Bracelet Company, Boone 828-268-0328 Spend $25 - $100 = 7% discount / $101-$500 = 10% discount / >$501 = 15% discount (excludes sales items or other discounts) Mountain View TV Center, West Jefferson 336-246-4388 $ 100 off any LCD or plasma priced from $699 and up RL Roten Woodworking, Crumpler 336-982-3830 10% off bathroom vanity with purchase of kitchen cabinets Saslow's Jewelers, Boone and Lenoir 828-264-2282 15% off regularly priced items (repairs, prior purchases, special orders excluded) 828-754-3711 Sherwin-Williams Company, Lenoir 828-754-9068 15% discount on all purchases (excluding other discount offers.) Shoppes on the Parkway, Blowing Rock 828-295-4444 Banana Republic Bass Big Dog Sportswear Claire's Corningware Corelle Revere Drcssbarn Geoffrey Beane High Country Apparel Gap Outlet Kasper Kitchen Collection Izod L'eggs Hanes Bali Playtex Nautica Michael's Gems & Glass Nine West OshKosh B'Gosh Rack Room Sunglass Hut Socks Galore Polo Ralph Lauren Vitamin World Welcome Home Van Heusen Pick up coupon book at the Tanger management office for 10% to 20% savings at businesses listed. 828-264-8977 South's Specialty Clothiers, Boone Mall 10% off (excluding bridal and formal wear) Skyland Books, West Jefferson 336-846-2660 10% discount on books, 15% discount on gifts, non-book items 828-295-4231 Skyland Books & Chickory Suite Coffee, Blowing Rock 10% discount on books, 15% discount on gifts, non-book items - FREE small cup of coffee w/$25 purchase 336-372-5400 Stout's Country Hearth, Sparta Discount: $1 to $100 off pellet, wood, gas and coal stoves and furniture 828-324-7777 TTTrends, An Artisan Boutique, Hickory 10% off purchase (excludes all other discounts and custom orders) 828-759-1566 Venti's Casa, Lenoir 10% off any in-stock item • Western Carolina Electrical Supply Company, Lenoir and Wilkesboro 828-754-5311 336-667-1231 Commercial discount for all card holders 828-264-7757 Wildcat Flea Market, Deep Gap 'Seasonal - Discount: 10% off any purchase �PAGE 12A TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NE WS Don't be pressured by Medicare salesmen, Long says RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner Jim Long to­ day urged Medicare recipi­ ents — particularly senior citizens — and their families to be aware that some in­ surance companies are em­ ploying aggressive market­ ing tactics to sell Medicare Advantage products which may mislead consumers. Ac­ cording to the Department's respected Seniors' Health Insurance Information Pro­ gram (SHIIP), many Medi­ care beneficiaries are re­ ceiving bad financial advice leading them to make deci­ sions which are not in their best interest. Medicare Advantage plans include HMO, PPO, Medicare Medical Savings Accounts and Private-Feefor-Service products. Recent Medicare reform laws have resulted in an explosion of these products hitting the North Carolina market, with now more than 10 com­ panies offering some type of Medicare Advantage plan. Post file photo Insurance Commissioner Jim Long With this much competition, Long says, companies are fighting for business. "If the number of complaints fielded by SHIIP staff is any indica­ tion, some of these compa­ nies have resorted to using questionable tactics to win customers," he warned. Senior citizens are par­ ticularly at risk, SHIIP of­ ficials believe. Complaints about aggressive marketing tactics range from insurance agents soliciting seniors at discount stores to "cold calls" by agents wishing to set up sales appointments in homes. The complaints have included incidents of agents advising the seniors on financial decisions, such as canceling other insurance policies, which may not have been in the best interest of the client. Commissioner Long and the staff at SHI­ IP are extremely concerned that this type of solicitation may lead citizens to make poor decisions that could negatively affect their insur­ ance coverage. Take the story of Mrs. Thomas Gray. She called the SHIIP office to report that an agent visited her home under the pretense of offer­ ing her the additional cover­ age she was entitled to after signing up for a Medicare Part D plan. "He said this was free insurance for me and my husband and that it wouldn't change our Medi­ care coverage. He told us it would offer us more cover­ age and not cost anything more than the Part B premi­ um we were currently pay­ ing. He said it worked just like Medicare. We signed right then," said Mrs. Gray. She and her husband later discovered that they had unknowingly enrolled in a Private-Fee-For-Service Pro­ gram that was not accepted by their doctor. "My husband and I felt we were misled," she said. After calling SHI­ IP, she was able to disenroll from the plan and return to Original Medicare. Things that Medicare re­ cipients should know about Medicare Advantage (also known as Medicare Health) plans: • You should fully under­ stand the details and terms regarding Medicare' Advan­ tage plans, and the plan you are looking at specifically. Some things to note include: 1. these plans are part of the Medicare program and provide Part A, Part B and sometimes additional ben­ efits 2. you may have to pay a monthly premium, or you may have out-of-pocket costs such as copays 3. Medigap or Medicare Supplement policies do not coordinate with any Medi­ care Advantage plan • Not all doctors or hos­ pitals accept all Medicare Advantage plans. Make sure your healthcare provid­ ers will accept the plan you are considering before you buy it, or you may be stuck paying for all your charges yourself! Call your doctor and ask before you buy. • Insurance agents can­ not come to your home with­ out permission. If they call you to schedule an appoint­ ment, first do the following: 1. Get the agent's name, the company name, and a phone number. 2. Call back to verify the person is who he says he is. If you have any doubts, SHI­ IP can tell you if that person is a licensed agent; call 1800-443-9354. 3. Try to schedule the ap­ pointment for a time when a trusted family member or financial advisor can be with you. Someone you trust can help you make a decision in your best interest without giving in to any sales pres­ sures from the agent. • If you have other health insurance, such as your em­ ployer plan through retiree coverage, check with that plan before you enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan. • Do not be pressured into making quick decisions. The agent can wait for you to think this over, discuss it with someone else, call your doctor and/or call SHIIP for assistance. SHIIP counsel­ ors are specifically trained to assist you with your health insurance questions. Call 1800-443-9354. Scots to gather at April Tartan Day celebration On Saturday, April 7, Jef­ ferson Landing Country Club will kick off their season by hosting a Tartan Day Cel­ ebration in conjunction with National Tartan Day that rec­ ognizes the contributions of the Scottish people in the US. The event will start at noon and go until 6 pm with a fes­ tival that will include music, food, vendors, heritage dem­ onstrations, and activities for the whole family. This is open to the public and the cost will be $5 (6 & under free). A kilted golf tournament is also planned. Starting at 6 p.m. that eve­ ning there will be a sit down dinner that will include Scot­ tish food and drink, music, dancing, giveaways and more. Featured at this year's event will be the popular mu­ sical group Albannach (www. albannachonline.com) from Glasgow, Scotland with their primal sound of pipes and drums. Also featured will be noted Scottish author and historian David Ross who has appeared on programs pro­ duced by the BBC, History & Discovery channels, (www. davidross.org) Dust off you kilt and get ready for the bagpipes as we celebrate a group that has had a tremendous impact on our nation, especially in the Appalachian region. For more details please visit www.jeffersonlandingclub.com. For Sale: 2003 Honda XR70 Motorcycle The cost for the evening will be $50 per person (including gratuity) and reservations can be made by calling 336- 982-6405. A cash bar will also be available. Photos courtesy of Donovan Murray Above: David Ross. Right: Albannach at the 2006 Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. 3 Speed Automatic - 4 Stroke - Great Beginner Bike - Good Condition Comes With Title - Half Off Original Price - $975°" Call 982-8154 Young entrepreneurs return to campus BOONE—Young entrepre­ neurs and Appalachian State University graduates will re­ turn to campus March 1 for a Young Entrepreneurs Sympo­ sium. A panel discussion featur­ ing six successful entrepre­ neurs will begin at 3:30 p.m. in the fourth floor faculty lounge in Raley Hall. The public is invited to attend. Participants are Jon West, co-founder of 3tailer.com, Whitney Graham, owner of Bejeweled, Jason Berry, gen­ eral manager of Footsloggers, Tyler Brunson, owner Waste Consultants and United Shipping, Jonathon Seabolt, co-owner of Bolt Investments, and Chad Michael, owner of ArborCare Tree Service. The symposium is being coordinated by the Center for Entrepreneurship in Ap­ palachian's Walker College of Business and is being held in conjunction with national Entrepreneurship Week USA which is being observed Feb. 24-March 3. "This event will showcase just a few of the many young entrepreneurs who come out of Appalachian each year," said Bryan Toney, director for the Center for Entrepreneurship. "They will share their secrets to success and talk about opportunities and chal­ lenges that face young entre­ preneurs. We hope the result will be to inspire even more of our students to pursue entre­ preneurial careers." The event will be spon­ sored by the local owners of Family Only Inc., which owns Back Yard Burgers restau­ rants in Boone and Hickory and the Marble Slab Cream­ ery in Boone. New advisory on peanut butter Appalachian District Health Department is issuing updated advisement for the public regarding the outbreak of Salmonella/Tennessee that has been linked to the brands, "Great Value" and "Peter Pan" peanut butter with product code number beginning with "2111". These peanut butter types that include the code "2111" that have been pur­ chased since May 2006 or later should immediately dis­ card their peanut butter. Your local health department will no longer be accepting any peanut butter jars for testing. If you have consumed this peanut butter and have not been ill, you should still dis­ card the peanut butter imme­ diately. If you are ill, please seek medical treatment from your healthcare provider. Common symptoms of salmo­ nella include diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps 12 to 72 hours after being infected. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days, and most recover from salmonella without treat­ ment. The illness may be more severe in the elderly, infants, and those with impaired im­ mune systems. BUILD A COMMUNICATIONS PLAN CUSTOM FIT TO YOUR BUSINESS. EMBARQ™ BUSINESS BUNDLES START WITH ADD LONG ADD BUSINESS ADD 1 LOCAL DISTANCE DSL WIRELESS PHONE SAVE $ SAVE $$ SAVE $$$ SAVE AS MUCH AS s600°° Start with Local Phone with calling features, and add Long Distance, Business-Class DSL and Wireless Phone Service to create a plan that is right for you. Sign up now and get one month free of DSL or wireless service, (up to $75 value). Call 866-678-1700 or visit embarq.com. EMBARQ Where Common Sense Meets Innovation™ "Saving* bastd on customer location and comparison to similar EMBARQ" services purchased at non bundled, stand alone prices. Services not available everywhere. 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The name EMBARQ and the jet logo are trademarks of Embarq Holdings Company LLC. �-'W • �PAGE 2B TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST HUMANE SOCIETY About the Ashe County Humane Society MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Ashe County Humane Society (ACHS) is to prevent the birth of unwanted animals, to find adoptable pets loving homes, and to promote responsible pet ownership. A priority of ACHS mem­ bers is to involve the commu­ nity in life saving programs in order to ensure all animals receive the care and love they deserve. The Ashe County Humane Society board members and volunteers have worked dili­ gently to create a viable Hu­ mane Society for Ashe County pets and their families. Prior to our endeavors, the only resource in the county was Animal Control, whose purpose is to control the pet population through euthana­ sia. They also investigate ani­ mal cruelty cases and collect strays. Our vision is to help control the population by prevention of the birth of un­ wanted animals and to find homes for all healthy, adopt­ able animals. Programs of Ashe County Humane Society •Discount and free spay/ neuter programs •Pet adoptions •Animal bereavement re­ sources •Lost/found pet resources •Education about respon­ sible pet ownership Ideally, the only reason for killing pets should be viciousness or sickness. It is our goal to provide a humane alterna­ tive to animal control for un­ wanted pets. As we work to­ ward that goal, we will need both the financial and person­ al support of the community. With a permanent facility we can save hundreds of ani­ mal lives. Please share our vision. Ashe County has experi­ enced astronomical growth in the past few years. With this growth, land values have in­ creased at an alarming rate. Most appropriate sites (with our special needs) were be­ yond our financial capabili­ ties. Finally, after a two year search, we found the perfect site for our needs. The property is located on old Rt. 16, just outside of the Jefferson City limits. The lo­ cation will make the facility convenient for all Ashe citi­ zens. For our immediate needs, the one-acre site boasts a two bedroom, one bath house. The kitchen and large living/din­ ing area, walkout basement and storage facility will pro­ vide the ACHS with room to expand. Our immediate plans are for a "Doggie Den" and "Kitty Cave"in the house. The large living/dining area will be used as our reception area and gift shop. The bathroom is large enough for bathing animals as well as emergency treatment area. There is a laundry room which is neces­ sary for the dozens of towels and blankets used every day. The walkout basement will serve a multitude of uses. The land surrounding the house can serve our future needs of kennels. We will have a quar­ antine area for new pets of questionable origin. Ail ken­ nels will be indoor/outdoor with runs for play. We will also have play areas for pup­ pies. These will be segregated from adult dogs. We plan on achieving these goals in steps. We first want to pay off the mortgage and be­ gin renovations. The kennels, A letter from the president The Humane Society has worked diligently these past three years to reach this stage of development at which we find ourselves today. The first year was mostly ideas and organization and a few fund­ raisers. By the second year we had instituted our spay/neu­ ter program and begun lim­ ited adoptions. Last year we rented property from which we could increase our spay/ neuter program, as well as have regular adoptions every Saturday. We also provided many types of help for the community and their pets. We increased the number and level of our fundraisers as well as sold the property that we owned. We raised the level of awareness in the com­ munity about the needs for an animal welfare agency in the county. We have continued our progression this year with the purchase of a permanent location for the expansion of the Ashe County Humane Society Adoption Center. The center will progress in steps. The first step was the pur­ chase of the property. The second step will be raising $110,000 for the initial loan due in 2009. The next step will be building of perma­ nent indoor/outdoor kennels, runs, and play areas. We will also be building a quarantine building and birthing/puppy suite. We will be fencing the entire perimeter. The expen­ ditures will be ongoing for medical and operational ex­ penses. None of this can oc­ cur without a successful Capi­ tol Campaign. It behooves a progressive community like Ashe County to support a fully functioning Humane Society. We will require major support from the Ashe Coun­ ty people, government, <and corporations to achieve these worthy goals. On these pages you will find the information and forms you will need. For more information, please call me at any time for a private meeting at 336-982-9287. It is only with the generosity of compassionate people and corporations that this great vision will become a reality for Ashe County for genera­ tions to come. Our heartfelt thanks go out to all those who have helped in the past. fencing, enlarged commercial septic system will follow along with ongoing expenditures. It is our goal to have a fully functioning center within the next three years. To achieve this vision, the goal of the capital campaign is to raise $500,000. To make this goal a reality, we will need the help of compassionate animal lov­ ers in the community and hopefully county help. 501c3- We are tax exempt ing activities in nonprofit or­ ganizations. Annual reports are made public, and poten­ tial donors can scrutinize the collections and expenditures of the organization to see how their donations are being spent." For more information about the Ashe County Hu­ mane Society see www.ashehumanesociety.org or call the Pet Resource Center at 336846-PAWS. For more infor­ mation about nonprofit orga­ nizations and their financials, visit Guide Star, a collateral organization to the IRS, at www.guidestar.org. Although the AC Humane Society is too new to yet appear on this site, its information should be available soon. Ashe County Humane So­ ciety (ACHS) has obtained tax exempt (or 501(c)(3)) sta­ tus from the IRS. This status will allow donors to receive tax deductions for their dona­ tions to AC Humane Society. The grant of tax exempt Platinum $25,000+ status dates back to the date your name will be of the application, so most donations previously made listed on a permanent plaque to the AC Humane Society displayed at the facility Gold $10,000-$24,999 will be tax deductible as well. your name will be The AC Humane Society is now the only animal welfare listed on a permanent plaque agency in Ashe County that displayed at the facility Silver $ 5,0 0 0 has its 501(c)(3) status. "Obtaining the 501(c)(3) $9,999 status was a critical step in your name will be the development of the orga­ listed on a permanent plaque nization," said Tracie Jordan, displayed at the facility Patron $ 1,0 0 0 a local attorney who serves on the Board for the AC Humane $4,999 Benefactor $500-$999 Society and assisted with the application process. Friend $250-$499 "We were waiting on the Supporter $100-$249 official word from the IRS FUND RAISERS / 2006 before beginning the next INCOME HISTORY phase of development for the Christmas in July Humane Society," said Presi­ $1,000 dent Sharon Sweeney. "Now Parking cars and pet that we have accomplished sitting this goal, we have begun our Winetasting at River Capital Campaign and raise House $500 funds to build a no-kill facil­ Afternoon on the ity to house adoptable pets." New River with music A 501(c)(3) status subjects Rummage Sale the organization to review by $5,500 the IRS to ensure its compli­ Big event held at the ance with regulations govern­ National Guard Armory "Kaffee Klatsch" at Dog House Resort $500 Fashion Show / Auctions $4,000 Held at Jefferson Landing and hosted by Libby Cockerham of Libby's Sold Property $21,500 Realtor Frances Goodhart and United Coun­ try Dogwood Realty also do­ nated their commission. In late 2004, a few animal loving, compassionate people got together to discuss build­ ing an Ashe County Humane Society. We were aware of the statistics at Animal Control and knew it was time to make a difference. We began with discussions of our goals and purpose. To make these goals a reality, we began planning fund-raisers and developing a newsletter. For the first year, we had no facility at all. In March of 2006, we rented a facility on Radio Hill in West Jefferson and the Ashe County Pet Re­ source Center was born. From this facility we continued our spay/neuter clinic with amazing results. We provide discounted or free spaying and neutering of county pets. Monthly, we take many dogs and cats to Sparta's Twin Oaks Animal Hospital for their surgery. We pick them up at 4:00pm and bring them back to the Resource Center where they are reunited with their grateful owners. This service has prevented the births of hundreds of unwant­ ed animals in the county. Every Saturday, we hold pet adoptions at the Center. This provides the opportunity for those with unwanted pup­ pies, kittens, cats, and dogs to have an alternative to Animal Control. The pets are photo­ graphed and sent to the local newspapers and placed on our web site. Many are adopt­ ed the first Saturday. Many more are seen in the papers and on the web site and are adopted during the week. Without a permanent fa­ cility we cannot keep the ani­ mals. They return home with their owners until the follow­ ing Saturday. When our new, permanent facility is fully operational, we will be able to keep the pets until they are adopted. In addition to spay/ neuter clinics and adoptions, the Resource Center has of­ fered the community a place where citizens can come and deal with all pet related is­ sues. We are proud to be a re­ source for all animal lovers of Ashe County and surround­ ing areas. With the help of compassionate people, we will be able to assist even more people and pets in the near future. Other ways we help our community Spay/Neuter Program Financial Assistance Importance of Popu­ lation Control High School Community Hours Participate in Community Events Raised funds to assist in improvements at Animal Control Aide women at A.S.H.E. with care and treatment for their pets. Adoptions Lost and Found Services (seated): Gail Blackburn and Jeanne McChesney (standing): Marsha Goforth, Dianna Brock, Sharon Sweeney and Cathy Allinder (not pictured): Tracie Jordan and Melissa Goodman AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION MAN'S BEST FRIEND Sharon Sweeney NEW address: 1175 Old Hwy 16, Jefferson, NC 28640 mailing address (same): PO Box 1776, West Jefferson, NC 28694 NEW phone: 336-982-4297 web site: ashehumanesociety.org email: ashehumane@skybest.com WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET New Dealership - Familiar Faces - Hometown Pride 601 South Jefferson Aoe • (Vest Jefferson • 336-866-6636 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 PAGE 3B HUMANE SOCIETY We moved! The Ashe County Humane Society proudly announces the purchase of property that will be our new home. The property, located at 1175 old Hwy. 16, is directly in front of the National Guard Armory. The purchase was made possible with funding from Ashe Federal. The physical move took place Jan.27th with the help of many wonderful volunteers from the Jr. R.O.T.C. and other High School students. Other volunteers also gave us much needed aide. The Humane Society was aided in the pur- chase by United Country/Dogwood Reality. Owners, Phil and Cheryl Lewis and agent Francis Goodhart donated their commissions to help the animals of Ashe County. The Carpet House in West Jefferson generously helped us with the cost and installation of vinyl flooring throughout the building. The wonderful people at Parker Tie donated all the paint for the entire inside. Mark Berry donated his fantastic carpentry skills. Tom and Karen Martabano, Mark and Mike Martabano, Warren Goforth, Raymond Leander, Tatum Lemly, and Tommy Spagnolla accepted the difficult task of preparing the floors for the vinyl. Other hard working volunteers were Pat Franklin, Jeanne McChesney, Bill Brock, Marsha Goforth, Debra Wynne and Sharon Sweeney. 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Be extra careful on difficult terrain. "Tread Lightly®' on public and private land. Suzuki, the "S" logo, and Suzuki product names are Suzuki trademarks or ®. <DAmerican Suzuki Motor Corporation 2007. �PAGE 4B TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST HUMANE SOCIETY You can help!, Rummage Sale! One of the most popular events held by the Humane Society is the annual rum­ mage sale. This year's sale will be held on June 16 at the National Guard Armory. The success of this event depends on the generosity of the com­ munity. We are now accepting donations of toys, electronics, furniture, glassware, kitchen items, clothing, sports and yard equipment and just about anything else you can think of. Last year we even had a kitchen sink! Also last year, a very nice van was do­ nated and was sold through a silent auction. Anyone inter­ ested in such a donation this year may contact the Humane Society. Please remember that The Ashe County Hu­ mane Society is a 501c3 non­ profit organization. Therefore donations are tax deductible. Let's make this years event the biggest and best ever. Help us - help the animals of Ashe County The new Ashe County Hu­ mane Society Resource Cen­ ter is a fun, cheerful place to volunteer. Our winter hours are 10:00 to 1:00 Wednesday through Friday and 10:00 to 3:00 on Saturday. When the weather improves we will be extending our hours. We have amazing volunteers who are very helpful now and have been in the past. However, with our expan­ sion, we require many more volunteers. The qualifications for join­ ing us are the following. You must... • love and respect animals • understand the need for our adoption and spay/neuter programs • be willing to help make possible the goals of humane society These goals are the hu­ mane treatment of all pets and to find great homes for adoptable pets. And control the population of unwanted pets, not by killing them, but through an aggressive spay/neuter program. We also need people with specific skills such as well-organized office people. People to keep the grounds looking good will be needed as spring arrives. There is always a need for wonderful volunteers. Please help us provide for the pets of Ashe County. If interested, please call Sharon Sweeney at 336-982-9287, 336-9824297, or email: ashehumane@skybest.com. r MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION YES, I WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER Name Address City/State/Zip Telephone E-mail I would like to volunteer • Office/clerical work • Spay/neuter program • Fundraising events • Saturday adoptions • Foster pets for adoptions • The best time to call me is: n GIFT MEMBERSHIP Acknowledgement card will be sent to the name below. Name My gift is to: Address Name City/State/Zip Address Telephone City/State/Zip E-mail Telephone I would like to recieve the quarterly newsletter. I already receive the quarterly newsletter. Use "Goodsearch" and Help ACHS E-mail Please put the following message on the acknowledgement card: ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES Pet Membership (enroll your pet) $15.00 pet name cat Friend of Animals $15.00 _ Pet Pal $25.00 Animal Lover MY DONATION IS IN HONOR OF $50.00 Guardian $100.00 Humane Ambassador $250.00 Life-Time Member $500.00 MY DONATION IS IN MEMORY OF: Total Number of Memberships Total Amount Due You can help the Ashe County Humane Society raise funds and it won't cost you a thing! Here's how. Ev­ ery time you "search" on your computer, use Goodsearch. com rather than Google or Yahoo. For every search you do, the Humane Society re­ ceives a penny. Pennies are something we throw away in today's society but they mean everything to organizations like ACHS because they don't receive funding from anyone and depend on charitable contributions from animal lovers. Goodsearch is powered by Yahoo. You can download the Goodsearch toolbar from the Humane Society's web­ site (see the home page or go to Articles) or, go directly to http://www.goodsearch. com/ and download it there. Once you've downloaded the toolbar, enter Ashe Coun­ ty Humane Society in the "My Charity" box and ev­ ery search you do will add a penny for helping abandoned and unwanted animals in Ashe County. Those pennies are used to provide low cost or free spay/ neuter operations for pets in Ashe County and to keep our Resource Center open. The Resource Center holds pet adoptions every Saturday for those of you who have found strays or have pets you can no longer keep. These adop­ tion Saturdays provide you an alternative to having them euthanized or sent to Animal Control and be euthanized. Help us help the animals. Use Goodsearch today and spread the word to your email buddies! The more people who search using Goodsearch with ACHS as their chosen charity, the better! For more information call us at 336-982-4297 or go to http://www.ashehumanesociety.org. Please make checks payable to: AC Humane Society and mail to: PO Box 1776 West Jefferson, NC 28694 DONATION __ Here is my donation of L Please use it to help the animals of Ashe County Funds donated to U. S. Humane Society don't trickle down I have had a number of well meaning people approach me quite proud that they donate yearly to the Humane Society of the United States. They are often under the impression that we receive benefits from this. The Humane Society of the United States is primarily a lobbying group in Washing­ ton. They do some wonderful work on behalf of the nation's animals. However, local Hu­ mane Societies do not receive any aid from them. Our only means of income is from our fund-raisers as well as dona­ tions from generous citizens. We also have a yearly mem­ bership drive, which affords •Folding Tables and Chairs •PC with XP Professional operating system •XP Office Professional Software Ways to HELP SUPPORT AC Humane Society: •Donations •Become a member •Volunteer at the Center •Volunteer at any of the Fund-raisers •Give ideas and chair Fund-raisers us additional income. Please continue to support the Ashe County Humane Society. We count on your generosity and compassion. ITEMS NEEDED •Washer/Dryer •Dog/Puppy Food •Cat/Kitten Food • Office Supplies •Pet Shampoo •Shovel •Kitty Litter •Weed Trimmer •Paper Towels/ Towels •Lawn Mower •Cleansers/Scrubbers •Wheelbarrow •Blankets •Blank Banners You Don't Have to Dig Your Money Out of the Back Yard to Pay High Insurance Premiums 1177 ARE YOU TIRED OF r\ WRINKLES? These are two of the puppies needing to be adopted during the first week of March. Laser Skin Enhancement Foster homes needed The Ashe County Humane Society has a great need for pet foster homes. Last week a mother dog was killed by a car, leaving eight three-week old orphans. These delight­ ful pups need to be bottle fed puppy formula. All eight pup­ pies are being fostered and will be ready for adoption the first week of March. When a woman goes to A Safe Home For Everyone, she often has a pet(s) that she can't take with her. ASHE turns to us for help. We find temporary homes for the pet and return the pet to her when she is able to care for it. There are instances when people can't keep their dogs/ cats and puppies/kittens and don't want to take them to Animal Control because of Animal Control's kill rate. There are many occasions when foster homes are need­ ed. We will provide pet food and information for all those compassionate enough to provide temporary homes for these unfortunate pets. Please fill out the volunteer form and mail to AC Humane Society, PO Box 1776, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or call the Humane Society at 336982-4297. Come Get a Quote From Us! 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Refreshments will be served. Call Sharon for more information: 982-9287. The Humane Society of the United States sponsors 13th annual event WASHINGTON - About every eight seconds, a cat or dog is euthanized in a U.S. animal shelter, according to The Humane Society of the United States. While some may be euthanized due to ill­ ness or injury, most are vic­ tims of human failure to pro­ vide them with the care they deserve. Despite the best ef­ forts of shelters everywhere, there are still too many pets and not enough loving, re­ sponsible homes. The cost of pet overpopulation is stag­ gering with more than $1 bil­ lion per year spent to provide community animal control services and care for home­ less animals. Those sobering statistics are the impetus behind Spay Day USA, an annual event when hundreds of commu­ nity organizations coast to coast participate in activities that make it easier for people to get their pets spayed or neutered. February 27 is des­ ignated as the official Spay Day USA 2007 with more than 400 events scheduled throughout the month. More than 35,000 animals are ex­ pected to be spayed or neu­ tered in February alone. "As the founder of Spay Day USA in 1995, I'm proud that Americans have spayed or neutered more than one million dogs and cats as part of our volunteer program," said Doris Day, founder of the Doris Day Animal League. "I hope every caring American will join us for our annual Spay Day USA, on the last Tuesday of February, at a Spay Day USA event in their community." Animal experts agree spaying and neutering is the best long-term solution to the problem of pet overpopu­ lation. "Cats and dogs who are spayed or neutered lead healthier lives, make better pets, and are not contribut­ ing to pet overpopulation," said John Snyder, HSUS vice president of Companion Ani­ mals. "It is shameful that mil­ lions of healthy cats and dogs are euthanized every year and The Humane Society of the United States is deter­ mined to keep working until this tragedy is solved." The HSUS is coordinating Spay. Day USA, working with local shelters, humane orga­ nizations and rescue groups, veterinary clinics, and in­ dividual volunteers to offer special spay-neuter events, deploy mobile spay-neuter clinics, raise money to sub­ sidize spay-neuter surger­ ies, and increase awareness about the importance and benefits of spaying and neu­ tering. This year, Spay Day USA once again has some great celebrity help. Doris Day re­ corded an audio public ser­ vice announcement; artist Ron Burns provided one of his unique and colorful paintings, "Home Sweet Home," to be used as the signature image for the effort; and cartoonist Patrick McDonnell created a special series of Spay Day USA-themed "Mutts" strips to run in newspapers nation­ wide on February 26 and 27. Local Spay Day USA Events and Ways to Support Spay/Neuter Efforts Local events are ' being planned around the country. Go to the web site www.SpayDayUSA.org to see a list of events by state or to register an event. Online fundraising at ' www.SpayDayUSA.org to support local spay/neuter ef­ forts and The HSUS's Rural Area Veterinary Services program", which provides free spay/neuter surgeries for the families of pets living in pov­ erty-stricken or geographi­ cally isolated areas. Stamp out pet overpopu­ lation by using special spay/ neuter postage stamps ex­ clusively available at www. Zazzle.com/hsus* . Benefits of Spaying and Neutering In addition to reducing the number of homeless pets en­ tering animal shelters, spay­ ing and neutering offers sig­ nificant benefits to pets and their families: Sterilized animals are less likely to run away. Male cats are less likely to spray, and male dogs may be less likely to bite or get in fights with other dogs. Spay­ ing female dogs and cats gets rid of heat cycles. Spaying and neutering eliminates certain common forms of cancer. This can re­ duce veterinary costs. Sterilized animals usu­ ally make better companions. They are less likely to de­ velop behavior problems and generally have a better tem­ perament. Facts about Cat and Dog Overpopulation Animal welfare groups have worked for decades to re­ duce the number of homeless animals. The overall number of animals euthanized every year in animal shelters is down from a peak of an es­ timated 13.5 million (22 per­ cent of the owned pet popu­ lation) in the early 1970s, to an estimated 3-4 million (less than 3 percent of the owned pet population) today. Around half of all animals entering shelters are eutha­ nized. If more people spayed or neutered their pets, this sad statistic could be re­ duced. A survey of 186 animal shelters showed an average cost of $176 to house and care for every homeless animal while at the shelter.[l] Spaying and neutering are safe, simple surgeries that stop animals from reproduc­ ing. Healthy kittens and pup­ pies weighing as little as two pounds can be safely spayed or neutered. Spay Day USA The Doris Day Animal League founded Spay Day USA in 1995 to reduce pet overpopulation. DDAL merged with The HSUS in 2006 to maximize and coor­ dinate operations between the two animal welfare organiza­ tions. Since its inception in 1995, more than one million animals have been spayed or neutered because of Spay Day USA. 'Paws up' for the Spay/Neuter program Thanks to two anonymous contributors the Humane So­ ciety's spay/neuter program has an additional $2,500.00. The majority of people com­ ing to us for this service are good, responsible pet loving individuals who simply can­ not afford to have this needed surgery performed. Without providing this service to the community, there would be hundreds more unwanted cats and dogs needing help. The Humane Society's goal is to alleviate the need for the unnecessary killing of healthy adoptable pets. Once a month, we drive cats and dogs to Sparta, Twin Oaks Veterinary Hospital. The sur­ geries are performed and we bring the animals back to the Resource Center where they are reunited with their own­ ers. Without the generous support from individuals who care, we will not be in the po­ sition to continue this much needed sendee. Our only re­ sources are you. Please show your compassion by support­ ing your Ashe County Hu­ mane Society! J NEXT SPAY/S NEUTER DAYS ARE: March 22 April 19 May 17 Cathy Allinder, wildlife photogra­ pher, donated her time and exper­ tise to benefit AC Humane Society. And we give a big thank you to Tony for playing Santa. Car Payments Got You Licked? We are prettd te svpperti the AsFie Humane Sec letg! Come by to see the Car Daddy and the Professional Staff at DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP James R. Vannoy & Sons Construction Co. Inc. 1608 Highway 221 North • Jefferson, NC • 336-846-7191 CHRYSLER 502 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-8806 �PAGE 6B TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST HUMANE SOCIETY Recently adopted pets from the Ashe County Humane Society Log on to our website at: ashehumanesociety.org Humane Society/Animal Control: What's the difference? There has been some confu­ sion in the community about the differences between Ani­ mal Control and the Humane Society. Animal Control is a county agency. Their main responsibility is to control the county pet population. This unfortunately, results in the killing of many healthy adoptable animals. The run­ ning of the facility is paid for with your tax dollars. The Humane Society is not a county agency. We re­ ceive no financial support from any government agency. Our income is generated by our fund-raisers, member­ ship drives and contributions by caring people in the com­ munity. With these funds we operate our Pet Resource Center from which we per­ form many services for the community. Monthly, we offer a low cost spay/neuter program for those who can afford it and a free service for those who cannot. We hold Saturday adoptions at the center where the public can bring animals who need new homes. We also offer information servic­ es to the public and help in any way we can to help solve their pet related issues. We can not investigate animal cruelty or neglect cases. By law, this is Ani­ mal Control's responsibility. What we can do, however, is assist the public in expedit­ ing these investigations. We /H Carnival The Fun Ships. We're located at: 1175 Old Hwy 16, Jefferson, NC 28640 7 Day Carribean from $499 PP PO Box 1776, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Hicks Travel Agency 503 East'Main Street • Wilkesboro, NC 336-667-6472 336-982-4297 www.hickstravelagency.vacation.com H ashehumanesociety.org Price per| person, double occupancy. Includes port charges. Gov't, taxes, fees & air fare addtional. Subject to availability. Ships registered Bahamas and Panama. Complete Source For All Your Pet Supplies would like very much to work more closely with Animal Control. Before the Watauga Humane Society was formed; Animal Control in Watauga was also killing thousands of pets each year. Since co­ operating with the Humane Society these numbers have dropped to a couple of hun­ dred a year. We're asking all members of the community to ask their county leaders to support the Ashe County Hu­ mane Society. Phone: (828) 268-1510 Hours: Monday - Saturday 10am-6pm • Sun i-5pm Shops at Shadowline Boone, NC 28607 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 18 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-02-27 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/ceac84ffebf30c973ea528a55ebc3a39.pdf 9ee5a3a89f0710a37c0fdc7a579659de PDF Text Text • Jones signs with Walters State page 1B Friday • Youth Basketball League champs 500 March 2, 2007 Phone:336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 1B • ICE BOWL helps charity Volume 82, Issue 18 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 West Jefferson to vote on ABC store by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor West Jefferson residents will go to the poll Tuesday, March 6 to vote for or against an ABC store in the town lim­ its along with sales of mixed drinks. Board of Elections Super­ visor John Shepherd notes that there are 1,066 eligible voters in West Jefferson and residents of the town are the only ones eligible t<? vote in this special referendum. The board of aldermen voted in December to prohibit absen­ tee voting so those wishing to vote must go to the poll at the Ashe County Arts Center be­ tween 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. to cast their ballot. There are two questions on the ballot.Voters will be asked to mark "for" or "against" per­ mitting operation of ABC stores in West Jefferson and "for" or "against" permitting sales of mixed beverages in hotels, restaurants, private clubs, community theaters and convention centers in the town. West Jefferson voters ap­ proved on-premises sales of beer and wine in 2002. The town has had off-premises sales of beer and wine since 1979. County records show that referendums in 1979 and 1983 resulted in the refusal of an ABC store in West Jeffer­ son. Opponents of the ABC store are planning a "prayer march" in West Jefferson on Saturday, March 3 between 1 and 3 p.m., according to advertisements appearing in today's edition. Town Manager Greg McGinnis said on Wednesday that neither he nor the town board has been approached by anyone regarding a march in the town. There is nothing on the town books, McGinnis said, requiring a parade per­ mit, but the practice has been for those wishing to conduct a parade or close the streets for any reason to come before the See Vote, page 5A Meth trafficking charged by Jim Thompson Editor A Crumpler man faces charges of trafficking in methamphetamine after his Friday arrest. On Feb. 23, Deputy C.B. Eldreth responded to a report of a man slumped over the wheel of his vehicle in Laurel Springs. According to Sher­ iff James Williams, Eldreth found Larry Joe Shatley, 55, in a 1995 Ford Ranger truck, which was stopped by the side of the road. "In a cursory search of his person, Deputy Eldreth discovered over 70 grams of crystal methamSee Meth, page !>A And they mean it... Post photo by Jim Thompson A new three-way stop went up on "the back street" (Second Avenue) in West Jefferson this week. The town's aldermen hope this will improve safety at this busy intersection. Concert at high school Post photo by Jim Thompson Sheriff James Williams (I) and Deputy C.B. Eldreth show the seized crystal meth. Gra m m y - n o m i n a t e d DecembeRadio and DoveAward nominated Seventh Day Slumber will be performing at Ashe County High School auditorium in West Jefferson this Saturday, March 3. Doors open at 6 p.m. and ticket prices have been reduced to $10. The concert is presented by > High Country Youth Ministries, a not-for-profit organization organized in early 2006 to support local youth. On their website, DecembeRadio is described as being "rooted in the most lauded acts of yesterday while simultaneously keeping its pulse on the alternative sounds of today" with a "sincere and mature commitment to ministry not often found in a group of twentysomethings." The members are hoping to reach audiences of all ages and spread God's message through their music. Seventh Day Slumber reaches out through their music to touch a hurting audience and share the message that they have been through hard times too and want to help others by lifting up the Lord and encouraging a commitment to Christ. See Concert, page 5A in the habit of granting vari­ ances to zoning, and Mayor Dana Tugman said if there are many variances granted there might as well be no zoning. Johnston suggested moving the building forward enough to have more parking on the commercially zoned county property. Williams said for security reasons he would like to have parking in front of the facility for visitors and leave parking behind the facility for staff. But with an ever increas­ ing number of employees for law enforcement and related agencies, he needs additional parking in the rear. Sheriff's department staff for the law enforcement fa­ cility would include approxi­ mately 23 deputies and three secretaries with 8-10 officers working every day with five or more per shift for the jail, and two dispatchers, said Wil­ liams. This would mean 15 to 20 vehicles per day just for the sheriff's department, and traffic would need to flow well around the facility for the of­ ficers as well as the highway patrol, DMV, tag office and visitors. The county is aver­ aging 21 to 22 prisoners per day, he said, 8-10 of them fe­ males, with some needing to be housed in Alleghany and Watauga counties, and the population will explode in March with Superior Court in session. SeeJail, page 5A Jefferson looks at plans for jail by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Jefferson Aldermen got a look at the plans for Ashe County's new jail and lawenforcement center Monday night when County Manager Dan McMillan and Sheriff James Williams showed them architectural drawings. McMillan and Williams also asked the town for a variance to a setback require­ ment regarding the zoning between the courthouse cam­ pus and the county-owned Eller property next door, and a conditional use permit for parking space. The courthouse campus where the jail is to be built - beside and facing the court­ house and above the agri­ cultural services center - is zoned highway commercial, but the seven acre Eller prop­ erty is zoned residential. The town requires a setback of 15 to 20 feet between commer­ cial and residential property, the distance determined by the type of commercial entity. The county would like to con­ struct the law enforcement center closer to the Eller prop­ erty line and develop parking space on the Eller property. Since the county owns both pieces of property in question, the variance is requested by the county against its own property, a rather unusual request, and one that had the aldermen questioning the legality. Alderman Mark Johnston said the town is not Ashe native named top U.S. teacher James A. Brooks, an Eng­ lish, film and photojournal­ ism teacher at West Wilkes High School in Millers Creek, was presented with The NEA Member Benefits—NEA Foundation Award for Teach­ ing Excellence. The honor came at the NEA Foundation's 12th Annual Salute to Excel­ lence in Education Gala in Washington, D.C. on Thurs­ day, February 8. Nominated by the North Carolina Associ­ ation of Educators, Brooks re­ ceived this prestigious award based on his outstanding in­ structional expertise, atten­ tion to diversity, dedication to lifelong learning, and creativ­ ity and innovation. Brooks is a 1981 graduate of Beaver Creek High School and received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Appalachian State Universi­ ty. He is currently pursuing a doctorate degree. He is the son of James and Mary Lou Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising<§jeffoisonpoKL>p«-r1' circul ation@jeffersoup^com classified<^ffor*K»rfpost.com editorial@jetfersonpost.com Brooks of West Jefferson. Legendary activist and athlete Billie Jean King and acclaimed children's author and illustrator Eric Carle, as well as more than fifty of the nation's top educators, were also recognized at the gala for their commitment to advanc­ ing public education. Nearly one thousand education and corporate leaders and promi­ nent public figures gathered at the gala to salute and cel­ ebrate outstanding public education achievements. "On behalf of NEA and its 3.2 million members, I applaud Mr. Brooks for his extraordinary achievements and for helping us make public schools great for every child," said Reg Weaver, president of the National Education As­ sociation. "His accomplish­ ments in the classroom and the daily impact he makes on the lives of his students make him an outstanding role mod­ Photo c««.*y'"e*Founda,ion Legendary tennis star Billies**" irhth/tTpa'M A- ^tr Carolina teacher James Teachino Benefits-NEA Found*""',orTeaChing Remembering our fallen heroes jrflraq service people killed (as of 2/28) 23,677 U.S. service people wounded (as of 2/28) N°/",h and educator Avery Brooks, el for the profession." Brooks will receive a total the gala featured a Mardi of $35,000 from the founda­ Gras theme to celebrate and tion for his achievements. honor the culture, diversity The NEA Member Benefits- and spirit of those who call -NEA Foundation Award for the Gulf Coast region home. Teaching Excellence carries a The guest list included nota­ cash prize of $25,000. In addi­ bles such as: U.S. Olymj and NEA Foundations*5"31^ tion, each of the five finalists receives The Horace Mann- Member Jeas\<&^™end°za> NEA Foundation Award for Representor*™ ancX B°yda Representative Teaching Excellence, which from jog^mmelly from Indiana, includes $10,000 and finan­ resentative Gabrielle Gifcial support from The Horace fords from Arizona, Repre­ Mann Companies to at sentative Hank Johnson from the gala. T Harriet Sanf^^cul®nt Georgia, Representative Ed andCEOaO^P- founda­ Perlmutter from Colorado, tion safd. "°ur 5ala awardees and Representative Dennis [ping American public Moore from Kansas, among ition and bettering the others. The gala helped raise lives of public school students approximately $1.4 million nationwide. Their dedication, for public education. Part of passion and commitment these funds will be used to re­ to education are truly com­ stock hurricane ravaged pub­ mendable and should serve lic school libraries through­ as an inspiration to all of us." out the Gulf Coast. For more Hosted by multi-talent­ information, visit www.neaed actor, director, musician foundation.org. ExCellence' Commissioners to meet Monday Ashe County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, March 5 at 3:30 p.m. at the county courthouse in Jefferson. Items on the agenda include: 3:35 p.m.: Family Central Executive Director Carol Coulter with an update on Creative Food Ventures, a commercial kitchen program at Family Central expect­ ed to be operating in April. Items under general session include discussion regarding state ethics and the lobbying reform act, and resolutions supporting tougher campaign finance rules, a local option sales tax for education, a local option real estate transfer tax, and consideration to increase copy fees in the offices of register of deeds and tax mapping. A work session for the commissioners is scheduled to take place prior to their regular meeting at 2 p.m. in the second floor conference room with no specific items of discussion planned. Tax aide program offered Senior citizens and low income adults looking for free tax preparation assistance can find help through Ashe Services for Aging again this year. The AARP Tax Aide program is now being offered on Mondays and Wednesdays at the senior center in West Jefferson from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants must call Director Louise Caudill at 246-4347 to make an appointment. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS King and Queen of Hearts crowned at Britthaven Britthaven of Wilkesboro held a Valentine Banquet on Febru­ ary 13, 2007. The residents and their families enjoyed a meal and entertainment by Captain Conrad Sells. The East Wilkes Key Club volunteer and acted as waiters and waitresses. The 2007 King and Queen of Hearts were also crowned. Congratulations to Lexie Holbrook, 2007 Queen of Hearts, and Ralph Testerman, 2007 King of Hearts. Richardson and Phipps announce engagement Banff Mountain Film Festival comes to ASU Mr. Kenneth Richardson of Crumpler, and Ms. Leona Richardson of Jeffersdn an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Traci Dawn Richardson to Jamie Scott Phipps, son of Danny and Ja­ net Phipps of Crumpler. Traci is a 2002 graduate of Ashe County High School and is employed by SkyLine Tele­ phone Membership Coopera­ tion. Jamie is a 1999 graduate of Ashe Central High School and is employed by Phipps Construction. Their wedding will be May 26th, 2007 at Bristol Baptist Church. Birth announcements Pamela and Carlos Aparicio of Creston are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Mariana Ann Aparicio. She was born at Watauga Medical Center on February 19, 2007. She weighed six pounds and fifteen ounces. Vanessa Eller and Michael Latham of Creston are proud to announce the birth of their son, Justin Michael Latham. He was born at Watauga Medical Center on Febru­ ary 19, 2007. He weighed six pounds and five ounces. Jennifer Stike and Samuel Billing of Lansing are pround to announce the birth of their daughter, Abigail Lynne Bill­ ing. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on Feb­ ruary 21, 2007. She weighed six pounds and 6.8 ounces, and was 18.5 inches long. Her grandparents are Karen For­ rester and Jerry Stike, Pearl Baiko and Samuel L. Billing. Maria Ledezma and Cesar Viveros of Grassy Creek are proud to announce the birth of their son, Oscar Brent Zarate - Ledezma. He was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on February 23, 2007. He weighed seven pounds and seven ounces, and was 20 inches long. His brother, Bri­ an Ledezma welcomed Oscar Brent home. Elizabeth Hattey and Rob Burns of Crumpler are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Kylie Gabriella Burns. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on Febru­ ary 25, 2007. She weighed six pounds and twelve ounces, and was 19 inches long. Her grandparents are Wanda Burns, Dorothy Greer, Grover Burns and Willie Price. Erica Leserra and Joel Goodman of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their son, Hayden An­ drew Goodman. He was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on February 26, 2007. He weighed seven pounds and three ounces and was 19 inch­ es long. His grandparents are Mike and Helen Leserra, and Bud and Nancy Goodman. David and Sarah Wilson announce the birthj of their daughter, Rayanna Eliza­ beth, born February 8, 2007 at Watauga Hospital. She weighed six and a half pounds, and was 18 inches long. Her grandparents are David and Norma Wilson of West Jef­ ferson, Tammy Painter of Vi­ las, N.C., and Tommy Hodges of West Jefferson. Her great grandparents are Kyle Shir­ ley Vannoy of West Jefferson. Global fans of the Banff Mountain Film Festival are already packing into theaters across North America as the Festival's 250-city World Tour hits the road. Local outdoor and film enthusiasts will get to view some of the Festival's award winning films and au­ dience favorites when the tour stops once again on the campus of Appalachian State University in Boone, NC at 7:30 pm Saturday, March 24 and Sunday, March 25. The Banff Mountain Film Festival at Appalachian State University will be held at Farthing Auditorium. This is the 11th Anniversary of Banff Film Festival screenings in Boone which has become one of the largest screenings in North America. Come be a part of the largest annual gathering of outdoor adven­ turers in the High Country. The 2006-2007 World Tour will travel to over 250 com­ munities in over 25 coun­ tries including stops from Fairbanks, Alaska to Torres del Paine, Chile and Tokyo, Japan to Christchurch, New Zealand. The Boone screen­ ings have a history of selling out and tickets go quite rap­ idly. Local tour hosts like Ap­ palachian State University choose their own program from the best of over 300 films submitted to the Banff Film Festival in November. From these films, two completely different screenings will be shown on March 24 and 25. "We will highlight award winning mountain films each night that combine elements of mountain adventure, cul­ ture, and the environment," said Appalachian State Uni­ versity Outdoor Programs Grubb and Brown engaged to wed Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Grubb of West Jefferson are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Hollie Shanae Grubb to Kevin Foster Brown, son of Doug and Teresa Brown of Fleetwood. Hollie is a 2002 graduate of Ashe County High School and is currently attending Wilkes Community College. She is employed part time by Skyline Telephone Membership Cooperative. Kevin is a 1999 graduate of Beaver Creek High School and has his Associates Degree in Landscaping Technologies. He currently owq^ and oper­ ates Timber Creek Landscap­ ing. Their wedding is planned for July 14th, 2007 at Bald Mountain Baptist Church. Coordinator Andrew Miller. mountainfestivals.com "We try to keep each night For more information well balanced but entirely about the Banff Mountain different and unique so audi­ Film Festival at Appalachian ences are exposed to as many State University visit www. different films as possible op.appstate.edu or contact during the festival." Andrew Miller at millra@ The Banff Mountain Film appstate.edu. Outdoor Pro­ Festival is an annual interna­ grams is the presenter of this tional competition celebrat­ event and Footsloggers Out­ ing its 31st Anniversary fea­ door and Travel Outfitters is turing the world's best films the leading sponsor. Advance tickets are now on mountain themes. In 2006, the festival screened over 50 available. Purchase from the finalist films, chosen from Farthing Auditorium Box more than 300 entries from 37 Office at 1-800-841-2787 or 828-262-4046, online at www. different countries. The film or from festival is organized by The pas.appstate.edu Banff Centre for Mountain . Footsloggers Outdoor Travel Culture in Banff, Canada. For and Outfitters in downtown information visit www.banff- Boone, 262-5111. Is this what Alcohol has to offer Ashe County? Alcohol availability is closely related to violent assaults. Communities and neighborhoods that have more bars and liquor stores per capita experience more assaults.1 1 Alcohol-related car crashes are the number one killer of teens. 3.6 Women whose partners abused alcohol were 3.6 times more likely than other women to be assaulted by their partners.4 28 Twenty-eight percent of suicides by children ages nine to 15 were attributable to alcohol.8 40 40 percent of convicted rape and sexual assault offenders said that they were drinking at the time of their crime in 1997.5 70,000 In 2002, more than 70,000 students between the ages of 18 and 24 were victims of alcohol-related sexual assault in the U.S.6 CLIPPING COUPONS... like, moy\obi \v\ fho tanfc. 480,000 An estimated 480,000 children are mistreated each year by a caretaker with alcohol problems.9 PROVERBS 23 29 Who hath woe? who hath sorrow? who hath contentions? who hath babbling? who hath wounds without cause? who hath redness of eyes? 30 They that tarry long at the wine; they that go to seek mixed wine. VOTE NO VOTE NO VOTE NO Scribner, R.A., MacKinnon, D.P., and Dwyer, J.H. "The risk of assaultive violence and alcohol availability in Los Angeles County". American r, iealth 3(85):335-340.1995. Journal of Public He 4 "Rigk Look for the Valassis coupon book in the Jefferson Post the week of March 4th. Xow favorite prodve-k—for lc&\ factors for uiirv to women from domestic violence" Demetrios N. Kyriacou, Deirdre Anglin, Ellen Taliaferro, Susan Stone, Toni Tubb, Judith A. Linden, Robert Muelleman, Erik Barton, and Jess F. Kraus. The New England Journal of Medicine 341:1892-98. December 16,1999. 5 Greenfield, L., andHenneberg, M. "Alcohol, crime and the criminal justice system." Alcohol & Crime: Research and Practice for Prevention, Alcohol Policy XII Conference: Washington, DC, 11-14 June 2000. 6 Hingson, R., Heeren, T., et al. (2002). "Magnitude of alcohol-related mortality and morbidity among U.S. college students ages 18-24." Journal of Studies on Alcohol^2): 136-144. 9 Children^L.A!coho|i^ \/a/assis. Connecting People to Brands' OUndation. Inc. 1996. Collaboration, coordination and cooperation: helping children affected by parental addiction and family violence. Netwj<: children of Alcoholics Foundation. \ Paid for by Highland Bible Tabernacle �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Raleigh Update from Rep. Cullie Tarleton by Rep. Cullie Tarelton Special to the Post RALEIGH, Feb. 22—On Monday night, Governor Mike Easley delivered his fourth, and likely his final, State of the State address at the Gen­ eral Assembly, which was broadcast live across the state. The governor focused largely on education and gave us a sneak preview of his budget, which was unveiled on Thurs­ day and will be discussed by legislators next week. I'm pleased his budget contains funding for a new State For­ est Service building for Ashe County as well as the badly needed Education building for Appalachian State. The governor asked legis­ lators to provide more finan­ cial assistance to students so they're able to attend college debt free. He encouraged im­ proved technology in all high schools as part of our efforts to expand the state's Learn and Earn program, which gives students the chance to take college or university classes and receive a high school di­ ploma and an associate's de­ gree in five years. He also an­ nounced his plan to cut income taxes for an estimated 1.2 mil­ lion low- and middle-income North Carolinians. Frankly, I'm disappointed his budget does not provide for removing the 1/4 percent sales tax addi­ tion that is suppose to come off effective July 1 or the income tax increase that's slated to be removed at the end of 2007. Members of the House and Senate have introduced close to 700 pieces of legislation during the first month of the 2007 session, which started on January 24. This week's high­ lights include bills focused on providing affordable health care to North Carolina's more than 1.3 million uninsured and banning smoking in pub­ lic places. Please remember that you can learn more about the Gen­ eral Assembly by visiting www. ncleg.net. Our newly updated website allows citizens to lis­ ten in on each day's legislative session, committee meetings and press conferences, learn more about introduced leg­ islation, and view each day's schedule and list of bills to be voted on. The House will be back in session on Monday night at 7 pm. Governor Easley's "State of the State" Address During his fourth State of the State address on Mon­ day night, Gov. Mike Easley praised the General Assembly for working with him since he took office in 2001, especially during the state's recession and billion dollar plus budget shortfalls, and focused largely on ways to improve the edu­ cation of every child in North Carolina. The governor called on the General Assembly to launch the nation's most ambitious education initiative that would allow students to earn a four-year degree at a state university debt free. First, he called for a major expan­ sion of the state's Learn and Earn program, which al­ lows students to stay in high school for an extra year, and earn enough community col­ lege or university credits to get an associate's degree and a high school diploma at the same time. The program now reaches 33 high schools and will expand to 75 high schools by the 2008-09 school year. In two years, it would be avail­ able to every student, Easley said. Along with the Learn and Earn expansion, Easley pro­ posed a new initiative that would allow more students to attend and graduate from college. For low- and moder­ ate-income students, he called for the creation of a major new financial aid program .that combines a two-year state grant with current federal as­ sistance that will replace the need for loans if students work 10 hours a week to help pay for their education. Therefore, students who complete the Learn and Earn program with two years of college credit will be able to finish their fouTyear degree at a state univer­ sity debt free. In discussing our state's economy, Easley said, "our state is much stronger. We have taken the toughest blows that a national recession and federal trade policies could deliver, and we are not only surviving in this new world economy, we are thriving in it." But despite the improv­ ing economic situation, Easley declared that North Carolina has an obligation to continue to help its most vulnerable and hardworking citizens. Governor Easley also called on legislators to: •Add 10,000 additional 4year-olds to the state's "More at Four" pre-kindergarten program, which currently serves nearly 20,000 at-risk children. •Continue raising teacher pay, which will be up 18 per­ cent since 2005 and on the way to reaching the national average by 2008. •Eliminate the state in­ come tax for 600,000 low-in­ come taxpayers and cut it in half for another 600,000. •Provide health insurance to foster children attending college until they turn 22 and to approximately 12,000 children in families who earn $40,000 to $60,000 a year, or 300 percent of the poverty lev­ el for a family of four. •Expand the North Caro­ lina Rx prescription drug pro­ gram to reach 45,000 more seniors. •Strengthen and expand campaign and lobbying re­ forms. •Expand prisons and in­ crease funding for technology and communications for local law enforcement. •Work toward energy inde­ pendence and greater energy conservation. The governor's speech drew about 20 rounds of applause from legislators, Members of the Council of State, the Gov­ ernor's cabinet and the judi­ cial branch, Mary Easley and their son Michael, and guests. There were also several stand­ ing ovations, several which followed the introduction of special guests in the House gallery. While mentioning the value of our state's military bases and continued deploy­ ments overseas, Easley rec­ ognized 9-year-old Breanna Bodden of Spring Lake, whose mother, father and stepfather are currently deployed in Iraq. The governor said all three House passed a similar bill in 2006, but it was not con­ sidered by the Senate before adjournment. House Majority Leader Hugh Holliman of Davidson County has introduced a bill (House Bill 259) that seeks to better protect the health of North Carolinians by banning smoking in public places, such as restaurants and work plac­ es. Exceptions are made for bars and private clubs, retail tobacco shops and designated rooms in hotels. Several states have already adopted similar smoke-free legislation aimed at reducing second-hand smoke, including Florida, Col­ orado and New York. were watching the address overseas Monday night, so he asked Breanna to look into the camera and blow them a kiss. Governor's 2007-08 Budget Gov. Mike Easley released his state budget proposal for the next two years on Thurs­ day morning during a press conference. My colleagues and I at the General Assem­ bly will receive an extensive briefing on it next week. The governor's budget is expected to provide greater details re­ garding the new initiatives he unveiled during Monday night's State of the State ad­ dress. The announcement of the governor's budget official­ ly kicks off the budget process in Raleigh. Over the next sev­ eral months, the House and Senate will pass their own budget proposals, in hopes of passing a final budget before the start of the new fiscal year on July 1. You may review the entire budget online at www.osbm. state.nc.us.. The Future of Hog Farm­ ing in North Carolina The North Carolina Pork Council and Progress Energy said in a press conference on Monday afternoon that they've found an economical way to generate energy from farm waste. They asked leg­ islators to create a seven-year pilot program that would test the feasibility of converting hog waste from across the state into electricity, which could be sold to the utility company no later than late 2012. If approve by the Gen­ eral Assembly, hog producers would collect methane gas from their treatment systems and convert it to power. Un­ der the pilot program, Prog­ ress Energy would purchase the electricity generated at about 18 cents per kilowatt hour - significantly more than the 4.5 cents to the 5.5 cents usually paid by other non-util­ ity generators. The program could help the hog industry de­ velop a new use for hog waste, which would further increase the state's renewable energy sources and reduce green­ house gas emissions. Under federal law, Progress Energy and other utility companies are required to buy electricity from renewable energy gener­ ators and other small electric­ ity producers. On Tuesday, environmen­ talists and neighbors of hog fprms in eastern North Caro­ Improving Health Care in NC Several bills were intro­ duced this week, which focused on improving the health of North Carolinians. Rep. Verla Insko, D-Orange, introduce legislation (House Bill 265) that would establish a highrisk insurance pool, which has already gained the support of 53 co-sponsors in the House, including myself. The bill seeks to help people who can­ not afford health insurance because of pre-existing health conditions. It would guarantee coverage to patients with pre­ miums of no more than 175 percent of a standard health care plan, and insurers would pay a fee of up to $2 - phased in through 2012 - per each traditional customer it serves, which would go into the pool to pay the health care costs of the high-risk patients. Sup­ porters of the high-risk pool say this is a first step toward providing affordable health care to more than 1.3 million North Carolinians who do not have health insurance. The lina held a press conference and walked the halls of the General Assembly to meet with legislators to urge them to approve a permanent ban on animal waste lagoons and spray fields, and replace those that already exist with safer methods of disposal. A 10year state moratorium on new hog lagoons is set to expire in September. North Carolina is the nation's second-largest swine-producing state and its hog farms dump 13 million pounds of hog waste a day into open-air pits called lagoons, which is later sprayed on fields as fertilizer. Farmers say the practice is the only economi­ cally feasible way to handle the waste, but opponents say it's an environmental danger, spoiling the air and contami­ nating groundwater and riv­ ers. Last spring, a report rec­ ommended five alternatives that would reduce ammonia and pathogen emissions, but which could cost of up to five times more than the lagoon and spray-field method. Envi­ ronmental groups and swine farmers launched two pilot projects last summer to dis­ pose of the waste more safely. Also Tuesday, Rep. Dewey Hill, D-Columbus, introduced legislation (House Bill 275) to extend the existing mora­ torium on new hog farms and lagoons by three years, to Sep­ tember 2010. General Assembly Salutes the UNC Women's Soccer Team for Boone Below are several bills that were introduced in the House during the last week which I co-sponsored: •House Bill 265 would es­ tablish a high-risk insurance pool. •House Bill 291 directs the State Treasurer to invest in companies doing business in the conflict-wracked African nation of Sudan. • House Bill 332 would ap­ propriate $10 million for the Farmland Preservation Trust Fund. •House Bill 267 would make Alcohol Inhalers Illegal. I also want the General Assembly to give our Coun­ ties some relief from Medic­ aid payments. I think this is the State's responsibility and should be fully assumed by the state as quickly as possible. I moved offices this week and my new office address is 2221 Legislative Building, Ra­ leigh, N. C. 27601. The phone number remains the same, 919-733-2599. Feel free to con­ tact me at any time. Family. Friends. Neighbors. Coworkers. Members of the House and Senate came together on Thursday morning to pass a joint resolution congratulat­ ing the University of North Carolina women's soccer team for winning the 2006 NCAA championship. The UNC team has won 19 national titles in its history. Other Legislative High­ lights I introduced two local bills this week: •House Bill 330 would provide funds for Horn in the West • House Bill 331 would pro­ vide funds for a new fire truck Divorce Someone You Know Is Hurting. Tell him or her about DivorceCare, a special weekly seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced. Call today for more information. Bald Mountain Baptist Church • Tuesday, March 20th, 2007 6:30 - 8:00 PM Call 877-1550 to register DIVORCE COMBINING THINGS IS FUN. SAVING MONEY IS SMART. 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Ashe County has a major drug and alcohol problem. The extent of the drug prob­ lem is becoming more and more evident as Sheriff James Williams and his deputies arrest one sus­ pected drug dealer after another. They are not drug dealers because they have no buyers; quite the oppo­ site. The alcohol problem is frighteningly obvious to anyone willing to look around them. This county seems to have far more than its share of out-of-control drinkers, on and off the highways. A decade ago, a local judge shared with us that he was seeing 13-yearold alcoholics in his court. The situation has hardly changed. The DARE program does its best to prepare our chil­ dren not to make the wrong choices about alcohol and drugs. But there is no ques­ tion there is a huge gap in perceptions and reali­ ties between sixth graders and students in the middle school and high school. It is in those two latter levels that most of the choices about substance abuse are made. Which means that in addition to DARE, "we need programs to address teen­ agers. That should include the opportunity to meet people in recovery who can share first-hand what hap­ pened in their lives. Right now, someone who has a drug or alcohol prob­ lem has to leave the county to get treatment. It is a long ride to the tiny rehab cen­ ter in Wilkesboro, operated by New River Behavioral Healthcare. Too often it has no room, and the trip gets longer. The need for such treatment is sometimes a matter of life and death, and it is long past time this missing service was addressed in the county. So, on Wednesday, when the smoke settles and West Jefferson has voted, we challenge those concerned about these issues to not stop. Instead, let us press forward as a county to help our teenagers make wise and informed choices and provide help for those who lose their way—as far too many do—in drugs or alco­ hol. FRESH PROM "MEN? 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P AGE 4 A F RIDAY, M ARCH 2 , 2 0 0 7 Informed decision To the Editor: With the upcoming vote for an ABC store in West Jefferson, it seems that some voters are being mis­ informed about the issues that are involved in having an ABC store in this commu­ nity. Whether you are for or against it, it is important to know the facts and make a well-informed decision next week. You can learn about the operations of the N.C. ABC system on the Internet by visiting www.ncabc.com. Please take the time before you vote and acquaint your­ self with the regulations. It appears that some be­ lieve that the city's taxpayers will be the ones footing the bill for the store. This is not the case. The city appoints a local ABC board and that "board is responsible for bor­ rowing the money needed to start the store. General Stat­ ute 18B-702(b) states "a city or county whose governing body appoints a local board shall NOT IN ANY WAY be held responsible for the debts of that board. The taxpayers are also not responsible for paying for any of the opera­ tions of the store." G.S. 18B805 (b) states "...before mak­ ing any other distributions, a local board shall first pay the following from the gross receipts: (1) the board shall pay the expenses, including salaries, of operating the lo­ cal ABC system." Not only do the taxpayers NOT pay for the store and its operations, the town and county benefit financially from the revenue. Portions of the revenue are paid back to the community for various uses. Please visit the website for more about the money distribution. Prohibition proved it years ago, legal or not, people are going to drink and people are going to drink whether or not we've got an ABC store. Since we do not have one, which means that every single bottle of liquor that is in this county was purchased elsewhere and the proceeds went to a county other than Ashe (Not to mention the gas that is wasted driving to Sparta, N. Wilkes or Boone). Consider this...not too long ago, West Jefferson voted for beer and wine by the drink. It passed and people did not begin staggering out of res­ taurants, DUI rates didn't skyrocket, there have been no shootouts in the streets and insurance rates did not increase because someone enjoyed red wine with their steak. The Board of Aldermen is giving the people a chance to decide on an ABC store. They are doing their job. Now it is time for the voters to do their job. Whether you are for or against the issue...arm yourself with knowledge on the subject. Visit the website. Call the N.C. ABC Board and talk to one of their repre­ sentatives. Make your vote count ...but vote based on your own knowledge and not on misconceptions. mm -LIFT WTTM YOUR LEGs YOUR BACK. to prevail and is a partaker ciate those businesses who with them (Eph. 5:7). God, have chosen not to include through the prophet Obadi- beer and wine in their sales ah, condemned the Edomites and make a point to shop and for doing nothing to assist dine there. As to West Jeffer­ His people when they were son's current crime problem, in alcohol related crashes. being invaded. Rather, they "wetter" neighborhoods have That's more people than fit took part in the evil that was higher levels of accidents on a 747 jumbo jet. Time befalling the Jews. When Je­ and violence. This includes Magazine reported that V2 of rusalem was invaded, God higher crime rates for mur­ all murders are alcohol re­ said the Edomites "stood on der, rape, assault, robbery, lated. Many others die from the other side" doing noth­ burglary, and auto theft. The liver and heart disease from • ing but watching the slaugh­ outlets change the charac­ this legal drug. Those addict­ ter as spectators. By fail­ ter and environment of the ed to alcohol, over 17 million ing to act, God counted the neighborhood and the rou­ in America, far outnumber Edomites "as one of them" tine activities of those living those addicted to any other (Obad. 11). Men and women or visiting there. Complaints drug. Twenty-five billion of God, don't give place to about alcohol outlets that dollars are spent yearly to the devil. Do not allow evil to are most often rep'orted to purchase this drug. Adver­ triumph. Please do not sit by city planners have to do with tisers will spend over $600 and do nothing as alcohol in­ noise, traffic, or loitering. million yearly to encourage vades our communities and West Jefferson merchants its purchase. Not only is it families. As Billy Sunday are making these complaints sold legally, but it is as wide­ once said, "The normal way already! An ABC store and ly available as a bottle of to get rid of drunkards is to "liquor by the drink" doesn't ketchup, a bottle of shampoo, quit raising drunkards; to sound like a solution for West or a baby's bottle of milk. To put the business that makes Jefferson. It sounds like ask­ many, it is just another bot­ drunkards out of business." ing for more problems. tle. Even though alcohol is As I said, I am not a voter the most dangerous drug in Rev. Sonny D. Thomas, in West Jefferson but I do the world, there is no warn­ Pastor, Calvary Free think that voting "No" to al­ ing label on its products. The Will Baptist Church lowing either an ABC store can or bottle doesn't read, Glendale Springs or "liquor by the drink" will j"#l producer of death", "#1 help reduce alcohol-related producer of addicts", "#1 pro­ problems. And voters have ducer of misery." The great the right to say they do not Connie Mack stated, "Alcohol want this allowed in their has thrown more men out of town. I encourage voters not baseball than all the umpires To the Editor: to believe the sales pitch that I am writing regarding says this will bring economic put together." It is no wonder that the great evangelist and the upcoming vote for an benefit. It has been reported former professional baseball ABC store and "liquor by the that for every $1 profit in the player Billy Sunday stated, drink" in West Jefferson. If alcohol industry there is a "The saloon is a liar. It prom­ you look at the bottom of this $21.42 expense to society in ises good cheer and sends letter, you will see I don't such services as police, in­ sorrow. It promises pros­ live in West Jefferson. Some surance, rehabilitation, etc. perity and sends adversity. would say I have no right to Is what happens in West Jef­ It promises happiness and voice my opinion in this vote. ferson going to stay in West sends misery.... It is God's I disagree since I think all of Jefferson? If they want the worst enemy and the devil's Ashe county will be impacted "economic gain" shouldn't - negatively - by the addition they be responsible for the best friend." Even with no defense, al­ of either of these "services". cost to "clean up" the dam­ It is surprising to me that age? And what price can we cohol remains as America's most prominent enemy. Sad­ a town that is supposedly place on the lives of our loved ly, the church has become all concerned with revitaliza- ones? If a drunk driver killed too silent on this issue. Many tion and already faces prob­ a loved one, there are few have the mistaken notion lems with loitering, trash, of us who would still think that good is merely the ab­ and vandalism would ap­ there was "economic benefit" sence of doing that which is proach economic develop­ to the alcohol industry. And wrong. Yet, in the parable of ment by pushing an ABC ask the spouse of an alcohol­ the talents (Matt. 25:14-30), store. Research shows that ic if an ABC store is a good Jesus described a man who a high concentration of alco­ idea. In the U.S., there is one did nothing. Because he did hol outlets in a location can death every 33 minutes that nothing and got nothing good hamper economic develop­ is attributed to alcohol; there accomplished, Jesus called ment. While such businesses is one alcohol related crash him a "wicked and slothful may be heavily patronized, every 30 seconds that results servant."' Jesus also chas­ they add little intrinsic value in injuries. As a mother, a tened the church of LaOdicea to the community as a whole, Christian, and an Ashe coun­ (Rev. 3:14-22) because they and they make the area less ty resident and tax payer, I were lukewarm and settled attractive to other types of am asking all West Jefferson for what they had accom­ retail business. If the ABC voters to vote "NO" on March store is voted in, I am sure 6, for the sake of our children plished in the past. By contrast, God expects few respectable businesses and all of us. the church not only to sepa­ will be competing for "that rate from the unfruitful storefront by the ABC store." Vickie Young works of darkness but also And I can imagine even few­ Grassy Creek R.T. Morgan to reprove them (Eph. 5:11). er home sales "in that devel­ Billy Sunday once stated, opment that is just up from Express your "Listen, if I heard shrieks the ABC store." I'm sure it and cries coming from a will be another issue of "yes, views house and I ran in there and but not in my backyard." To the Editor: The over-concentration of al­ The editorial page of the Abraham Lincoln said, I found a great big broad shouldered whiskey soaked cohol outlets is often part of "Alcohol has many defend­ Jefferson Post is available, a neighborhood's broad eco­ ers, but no defense." The Joe weasel, dragging his free of charge, for readers wife about by the hair, and nomic and social disintegra­ United States, along with to express their views. All tion. An outlet-heavy area's Ashe County, is not immune over here, two children are it takes is a letter to the economic base loses its diver­ to the world's drug problem. unconscious from his blows sity and editor. The subject of the becomes less attrac­ We could discuss cocaine, and kicks and another one letters should be a matter tive to both residents and marijuana, meth, or heroine. screaming in terror, do you of community interest and potential retail customers. However, America's #1 prob­ think I would apologize for should be limited to 700 The proliferation of alcohol lem drug is not any of these being there? No! I'd knock words. outlets is thus both a symp­ illegal substances, but a le­ seven kinds of pork out of Letters must be signed that old hog." It is time once tom of economic decline and gal drug called alcohol. Our a factor that worsens the with an address and newspaper, as does many oth­ again to stand against this decline. Currently, beer and phone number for verifi­ ers, keeps a running total of brazen enemy. Vote "No" to cation purposes. Only the the proposed ABC store in wine is available in almost those who have died fighting every store of any description writer's name and com­ in the war in Iraq - slightly West Jefferson. munity will be published. The Bible states, "Woe to in Ashe county. It's available more than 3,000. However, Letters must not be libel­ him that giveth his neigh­ in most restaurants now, as alcohol produces more death well. How many more op­ ous and no poetry will be than any other drug, 200,000 bor drink, that puttest thy bottle to him, and makest tions do drinkers need? You accepted for publication. Americans every year, and can't go to a grocery store Please address: To the these same newspapers re­ him drunken also, that thou now without being assailed Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. port little if any in regards mayest look upon their na­ by beer and wine advertising to it. Fifty-five percent of kedness! Thou art filled with Box 808, West Jefferson, shame for glory..." (Hab. and displays. Must a further highway deaths are alcohol NC 28694 or email to step be taken by allowing related and more than 400 2:15-16). Those who do noth­ jthompson@jeffersoneven further marketing of Americans will die this week ing and are silent about sin post.com. and evil help the sin and evil this stuff? I, for one, appre­ ABC vote Letters to the Editor Vote 'no' �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT February was cold, dry GRANDFATHER MOUN­ per accepted scientific stan­ is enough information for TAIN, NC - The weather data dards and under guidance statistical significance. How­ from the month of February from members of the State ever, based on preliminary Grandfather recorded at the official US Climate Office of North Caro­ observations, lina, NOAA, and Appalachian Mountain will no longer re­ Weather Service reporting port wind gusts from the old station located next to Grand­ State University. Grandfather Mountain anemometer. father Mountain's Mile High Wind speeds exceeded 60 Swinging Bridge shows both and the experts are study­ temperatures and rainfall ing the differences between mph on five days since the the measurements of the two new anemometer began log­ charting less than normal. The average high tempera­ wind sensors. Grandfather ging information. The highest ture of 31.54 degrees was 6.05 Mountain and these experts 5-second average wind speed degrees colder than normal will announce specific data recorded was 95 mph Febru­ for February, and the average when the experts feel there ary 19 and 23. low temperature of 16.31 de­ grees was 5.59 degrees below normal for this time of year. The rainfall total of 2.29 inches for the past month was 2.52 inches, or 52 percent, be­ low the 51-year average rain­ fall total for February of 4.81 inches. Rain for the year-todate totals 7.33 inches, which is 1.99 inches (or 21 percent) Post photo by Linda Burchette Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM below the 51-year norm for Michael's 102 North In downtown West Jefferson recently graduated its second class of this time of year. Culinary Arts students. They are, standing from left: Michael Richardson, Jennifer Hall, Bill The snowfall total for the Jones, Beth Jones, Julia Gilbert, Ginny Rowland, David Barlow, Anne Taylor and Freddie Slater.The six-week course teaches basic skills in which the students learn about ingredients, month was 9.3 inches, falling 33 % short of the 51-year av­ cooking techniques, meat fabrication, menu planning and plating techniques. The course erage snowfall total for Febru­ concludes with the students planning and executing a gourmet six-course meal for friends with appropriate wine pairings.The course is taught by co-owner and Executive Chef Michael ary of 13.84 inches. Grandfa­ and Executive Sous Chef Shane Graybeal (seated second and third from far left), and is ther Mountain has had 27.35 iir»?cuoimcimnic^cnnic!iciic*ipinfcvciioictici'cMcvnicncnc*'c*>ci inches of snow for the winterconducted every year during January and February. to-date compared to the norm of 40.5 inches for this point in the season. continued from front page Grandfather Mountain phetamine," Williams said. in such cases to insure the vehicle to sell and distribute installed a new anemometer "This is a large amount of officer's safety, and discovered a Schedule II controlled sub­ February 15 on the Mile High what has proven to be crystal stance, and misdemeanor Swinging Bridge in response this drug." Eldreth, upon approaching methamphetamine, according possession of drug para- to expert claims that the phrenalia. His truck, rifle and winds speeds measured by the vehicle, had observed a to Williams. Shatley currently faces $2,200 in cash were seized in the wind sensor on top of the .22 Marlin rifle (which proved Top Shop building were el­ to be loaded) in the vehicle. charges of trafficking in the arrest. Shatley was subsequently evated. The experts contend­ As a result, and because he methamphetamine, posses­ smelled the odor of alcohol, he sion with intent to sell and released on $100,000 secured ed that the mass of the wind ilr/xi.'jl tabibibibibitilULiMi asked Shatley to step out. El­ distribute a Schedule II con­ bond on the three felony hitting the side of the 3-story mmaaaaaam dreth then patted him down, trolled substance (metham­ charges and a $300 secured building forced winds over the top at high speeds and which is standard procedure phetamine), maintaining a bond on the misdemeanor. that the anemometer's read­ ings were not reflective of the true wind speeds at the top of Grandfather Mountain. The continued from front page We are willing to work with new anemometer was placed board of aldermen to make including the state highway TH those who are planning this, that is Jefferson Avenue. that request. "If they impede traffic but we don't know who they The aldermen were sched­ uled to meet Thursday (March without prior approval, they are." continued from front page When asked if the town 1) evening but there was no will be asked to move," said Proceeds from the concert item on the agenda about this McGinnis of anyone walk­ would have extra police avail­ will go to High Country ing in the streets. "It is not able for the planned march, planned march. McGinnis said those wish­ our practice to prohibit such McGinnis said he wouldn't Youth Ministries and will ing to conduct a parade or activities. The Constitution know where to have them help to bring Christian request street closings in the guarantees the right to as­ located because no one has programs and special events town have come before the semble, but everyone must come before the town to say to this region. High Country board to coordinate with the obey certain laws. There where they would be march­ Youth Ministries supports town and police department. needs to be pre-planning ing or ask the town to work local youth by presenting Such an action is also nec­ when the streets are affected. with them. "We will just have God's love through essary to inform the public This is a public safety issue to wait and react," he said. outreach, service, support, of any impact to the streets, and a common courtesy issue. and innovative events and activities. For more information, call continued from front page McMillan said the county ing and 911 communications. 384-4671 or visit www.highMcMillan said there would be no building on the Eller would like to get started on Third floor also offers locker countryyouthministries. Paid for by the Christian Action League of Ashe property, but the county needs construction as soon as possi­ rooms for men and women com. additional parking space for ble. Work on the $3.1 million and an exercise room for all the law enforcement center county landfill expansion is county employees. McMillan said with the ad­ and hopes to use approxi­ expected to begin in the next mately 100 feet of the Eller 45 days and on the $10 mil­ dition of this new facility, the property for this purpose. He lion jail and law enforcement county will have close to 200 said he was sure this would center by July or August. The employees, adding about 10 be an allowable use of resi­ cost of the law enforcement for the jail and law enforce­ center went up from the pre­ ment center. dential zoned property. "We are proud of the fa­ Town Manager Cathy How­ vious estimate of $8.6 million ell said she called the N.C. due to the addition of a third cility and what it looks like, Department of Commerce, floor for expansion. McMillan what the county citizens want Division of Community Assis­ said he hopes to keep the con­ and to meet our current needs tance, about this request and struction cost at about $135 and into the future as far as we can see now," McMillan the aldermen might need to to $165 per square foot. The planned three-sto­ said. This facility is needed, hold a special meeting to vote on the county's request for a ry law enforcement center he said, because studies show reason­ variance and conditional use would house 64 male and 24 it is not financially •%i//ytft/'i/tff) Jwt<r//y (j %///•* l/i/l/f'f/i permit and schedule a pub­ female inmates (with room to able for the county to house lic hearing. The board's next expand by 64 more beds for a inmates in other counties VIETRP located1)1 the Art & Jewelry District of West Jefferson WMspM regular meeting is not until total of about 128 men and 30 and transport them back and iKKtSISTlkly iTnllllll at 111-B Jefferson Avenue • 336-846-6795 Monday, March 26 and a pub­ women) and provide space for forth for court in Ashe. lic hearing would need to be county and state law enforce­ scheduled for any changes ment agencies and related made to the zoning ordi­ services, the Department of Motor Vehicles, vehicle licensnance. Culinary students graduate SHOWTIME Theatre Two J Meth Ghost Rider „J Movie schedule for^i „ March 2-8, 2007 ^ Vote VOTE AGAINST ALCOHOL Concert Jail ON MARCH 6 Your friends from the Ashe Baptist Association, which consists of 7,205 folks in Ashe County, want to encourage our friends of West Jefferson to vote "AGAINST" a liquor store and liquor by the drink on March 6th. Your vote affects us all. We are Christians for a drug free community. Sale Ever! This is the Biggest and ANNUAL CLEARANCE SALE SAVINGS W TO 75% OEE on't Worry. w o r k s h o p s We'll Always Be Here. Wednesdays Starting March 14 Since 1957 the Boone Family has served Ashe County families. This is a heritage we are very proud of. In this day of corporate owned and operated funeral homes, the commitment and caring that comes with locally ownedfamily ownership is getting harder to find. Our family is here for the families we serve and this community. A great deal of attention and detail has gone into our services and facilities to ensure that they meet each and every need. Home-like atmosphere, soothing furnishings, and caring staff are all part of our promise. Pre-need, at-need, after care, whatever you are looking for, we'll always be here. Always have been, always will be. 'X BOONE Get a taste of.. FAMILY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES White Hart Woods 2005 Mt. Jefferson Rd. • West Jefferson (336) 846-7979 ART, DREAMWORK & SELF-AWARENESS call 336.246.3600 to register also offering Massage & Bodywork by Liz Rogers 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.whitehartwoods.com David Boone (seated) - President/Owner J.D. Boone - Funeral Director �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OMMUNITY NEWS J C Wilberforce is example for today, evangelicals sa Baptist Press Special to the Post WASHINGTON against sex trafficking and other forms of slavery began only in recent years. The mod­ ern slave trade is both domestic and international, with more than 25 million people estimat­ ed to be trapped in slavery. (BP)~ Evangelical Christians can learn much from William Wilberforce's example about God's power in working through His people to overcome grave social evils, says Southern Baptist ethics leader Richard Land. Land and other evangelical leaders commented on the les­ sons to be learned from Wilber­ force on the occasion of the the­ atrical opening this weekend of "Amazing Grace," a new movie about the British abolitionist. The movie is being released on the 200th anniversary of Par­ liament's vote to ban the Eng­ lish slave trade. Elected to Parliament at 21 years of age, Wilberforce fol­ lowed his Christian convictions to lead a lengthy campaign against a commerce in human beings that had the support of nearly all of English society. After a 20-year fight, his efforts finally resulted in the 1807 outlawing of the slave trade. In 1833, only three days before Wilberforce died, he learned that slavery soon would be abol­ ished in the British Empire. 'The enduring lesson of Wil­ berforce is that one man com­ mitted to Christ can end up making a majority," said Land, president of the Ethics & Reli­ gious Liberty Commission. "As 1 John 5:5 says, WHO is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God?' "Wilberforce is a constant re­ minder that God's arithmetic is not man's and that God can use Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Wilberforce's long effort "reminds us that we must unborn and to free those who still find themselves in human bondage through sex traffick­ ing and slave labor," Land said. "No matter how powerful the forces of opposition may be, in the end they are not as power­ ful as the God we serve. Wilberforce's faith and persistence were ultimately rewarded with a glorious victory for all that is true and right against great in­ Baptist Press. The odds Wilberforce faced "appeared to be humanly in­ surmountable," said Land, who saw the movie at a January screening. "Yet, Wilberforce, armed with his faith in God and his firm conviction that he was fighting for truth and justice, quickened the conscience of an empire and eventually led it to do the right thing, first in abol­ ishing the slave trade and then in abolishing slavery itself. "We should draw strength iquity." Pro-life advocates are still seeking to reverse a culture of death 34 years after the Su­ preme Court legalized abortion nationwide. An engaged battle Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship II:00a.m. from this today as we seek to contend for justice for the human vessels to right great wrongs and correct grave injus­ tices when those human beings are willing to let God work in and through them," Land told Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship • 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Bethany United Methodist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Rnad West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School • 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM Worship' 11:00 AM 846-7481 of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 •' § Saturday Services: Bible School- 10:00AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM night. For more information, call 336-846-1189 Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Doug Frazier, Minister Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Minister Creighton Beatty Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. "Join us in worship to Christ" 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Rev. Keitli Casey 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Crumpler, NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336)246-9512 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 Sunday Morning Worship Sendee- 11:00A.M. 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Friendship Baptist Church Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Sendee 9:45 a.m. Sunday * Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Sendee 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Sendee 6:00 p.m. Monday • I.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00 />.in. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rdjeffcrson, NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Services -10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. We invite you to join tor far a God centered, We would love to have you Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. family worshipping experience, come worship with us. North Beaver Baptist Christ Centered Leading the lost to Christ with Love Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community Releasing others to continue on Worship Times: Sunday School * 9:30 A.M. Worship - 10:30 A.M. Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church (Episcopalian) St. Mary's Church Pastor Rick Miller Pastor: Tim Roten Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear 10:00 a.m. Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Smethport Independant Baptist Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinlt Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing Sttnddy School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. i Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come its you are. you will be loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship <£ Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Rev. J.F.Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 South Si. (just off East Main), Jefferson, NC (336)246-9642 Family Time Fellowship • 9:30AM West Jefferson Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Warrensville United Methodist Church Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Barnett St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. We have a nursery and children churches available Seventh-Day Adventist Church Pastor Chuck Call will be bringing the message each 846-5615 Church Office or _____ Mount Jefferson begins Sunday, March 4, 2007 at 11:00am & 6:00pm 7:00pm throughout the week Cornerstone Fellowship Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am & 6:00 pm Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. • Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them " Luke24:50 (863 Ray Taylor Road • West Jefferson) 221 Burnett St- (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 495 Highway 194 South Ashe County Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Blue Ridge Worship Center 336-877-2801 IAT disciples of all nations. The abolitionist movement did not begin as an effort to free slaves and shut down the business of trade in human flesh. It began as a missionary effort." Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd 11 mi. off I Ivy 221) SUNDA Y • Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY • Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer & Ouitvach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministiy, Van Ministry, leen Tune) "A Church focused - on faith, family A the future" Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. worldview." The editors of Christianity Today said one of the lessons today's evangelicals can learn from Wilberforce is the need to "ground our political action in the gospel mandate to make British East India Company charter came up for renewal i 1813, he fought successfully ti insure that Christian teachers would be sent to India along with the company's entrepre­ neurs," according to the edito­ rial. "Christians should never fear to engage a moral crisis, but we should always ground our work in the gospel man­ date." REVIVAL Baldwin Community Church 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship • 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Corner of Fan-Roland <£ McNeil Sis • Jefferson 188 Wesi Left on McNeil. One Block) tirelessly persevere in battles against modern moral horrors: abortion, embryonic stem-cell research, AIDS — and, tragi­ cally, African slavery," Prison Fellowship founder Charles Colson wrote in Christianity Today magazine. "At the same time, like the Great Abolitionist, we must open our neighbors' eyes to the truth: A moral basis is essen­ tial to support a just society," he said in a commentary written with Anne Morse. "Wilberforce ultimately pre­ vailed because he understood the futility of attempting to end a systemic evil without also changing citizens' values and dispositions," Colson and Morse wrote. "He knew he not only had to work for justice; he also had to convince people of the need for the moral consen­ sus that flowed from a biblical British pastor James Ramsey's effort to evangelize slaves on a Caribbean island led him to write a book about the conditions of those in bond­ age, according to the editorial. The book helped produce an abolitionist movement in Eng­ land that included the young legislator Wilberforce. "Wilberforce never forgot that missions was at the root of their movement; when the 192 Church Street Sunday Evening Worship - 6:00PM Wednesday Bible. Study -7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Welcome Home Baptist Church Office Phone: M9S2-94I0 • Rev. bnnie Jones • Pastor Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Main <5 Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass - 194 and 88 West, Smethport, NC 336-384-3391 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p. in. S.OOrM English & 7:00CM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for limes Wednesday Service 7:00p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship ~ 11 :00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4lh) • 7:00PM Visitors become family Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services - Sunday • fi:00PM Van Transportation Available Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 West Jefferson United Methodist Church Comer of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. Pi£& Jefferson HHutl 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. 141 L al L n , J f e s n NC y ls a e e f r o , * Continental Frame Shop * * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spy Booth * * Member of the"We Care Program' using Safety-Kleen Environmental Service * EXTERMINATING Hwy. 16 S. Glctul.il? Springs Mountain Seafood & Compliments of VANNOY & SONS jr JEFFERSON POST 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • pelJefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 </'/•<'/'/ DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP K 502 Jefferson Ave. szsi ) 336-246-8806 CfffffZCHEVnOL ET Fax: 336-846-7165 WlDXF.ll OoX'STllfflTION See us for all your vf'w,' Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 . Tfjev/Asy/ ¥ T H i 'm u A ni m Jefferson, NC automotive needs Mt. Jefferson Oil Hauling &Trackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) 5-846-7025 Minor Repairs Tire Sales Auto Express Kwik Lube, Inc. Owner/Manager • David Miller 608 W. Main Slreel • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 BLUERiTXE We Offer LP Gas • Gas Healers Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 cloctrlc n\oef\ber9hlp corp. H&W OH Company The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street 24-HOUR BURNKSBMCE • The Mountain Village Shopping Center Your Full Service Oil Company Jefferson, NC Call 846-9241 336-246-4155 Ronnie Hopkins -1 ASHE COUNTY CHEESE• if 1*1 Our Mountain Cheddar Cheese and Our Fresh Churned Butter 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 (i Year T.X.»*..«* 6m,, fwir*. lg> Serving Ashe County lor over 20 Years All Types Dozer Work NC Inspections ATF Service CONSTRUCTION COMPANY &T7-2025 Weekly Specialties High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 f? "All Praise Be To God For Our Success 8281 PK9I 0 2 P k (-VietrT^I 262-3700 336-246-3367 13560 Hwy. 221-S Reel wood Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection 336-902-9021 Old Hwy. 221-S,Beaver Creek • West Jefferson CHURCH'S TIRE SERVICE Steakhouse Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm Lvjiutm iluM FIendniP:dn1lfn'(dl,ffme<i'336-246*795 | "Complete Une of Building Supplies" 246-4222 • 336,,)82-J7.34 Aire Builders Supply Termite & Pest Control BURGESS & SON BODY SHOP (Just off Ashe Park Road) . Ashe County I1#) PPG P(lin,s 3'M Pwducts yUlS Billy Blevins • Tommy Little 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, JVC 336-246-7101 zviviv.ashemetnorial.org 739 US Hwy 221 Bus West Jefferson 246-9969 FRASERS Open for Lunch & Dinner Now Open for Sunday Lunch 336-246-5222 * Downtown WJ 108 S. Jeffereon Ave • West Jefferson txctuadi mm BROWN pontiac• BUICK — — •" • rmearmmt I Hwy 421-Boone, NC C5MC www.mackbrowninc.com <i£>CHdsmooiie 828-264-9051 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings cwewwtffr • < • jb o F o . &oo*te ffultoia. 9ac Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com We Build Your Home ^i • 1/iQ The Way You Want It E221E2 www.classicho- Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 162West Jefferson, NC • 336-246246-k �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY EVENTS Cholesterol screenings at Mountain Hearts on March 8 Friday March 2 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quilters Guild on March 2, 13 and the 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9AM. The quilt will be The Twisted Bargello, which will be held on the 3 different days mentioned. There are still openings avail­ able for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. Saturday March 3 7 a.m.: Breast Feeding Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital for expectant mothers. For more information call 846-0734. 10 a.m.: Blue Ridge Open Mic & Jam Session 10 a.m. - noon. 1 st Saturday each month. FREE! Registration to perform 9 a.m. Bring your instrument, your song, your dancin' shoes or just bring yourself, friends and enjoy! Thousands of per­ formers began their careers at venues such as this! For more information contact (336)6673171. Location: Wilkes Heritage Museum, 100 East Main Street, Wilkesboro www.WilkesHeritageMuseum. com 2 p.m.: US Hwy 221 Community Building: Snakes. Join a Park Ranger to learn about the Poisonous and non-poisonous snakes that we have in our area. Meet at the Community Building at 2 p.m. for this informative program. 7 p.m.: Regular First Saturday Night Singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Singers will be The Sacred Ground.' Everyone is welcome to attend. 7 p.m.: Saturday Night Singing at Mountain View Baptist Church. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite everyone to attend! 8 p.m.: Cherryholmes: This incredible family (dad, mom, and four children ages 1321) has traveled thousands of miles throughout the country in their 1960 GM 4104 bus on the national bluegrass scene thrill­ ing audiences from coast to coast w/their trademark drive & energy bringing crowds to their feet. Tickets (336) 838-6260. Location: Walker Center, Wilkesboro www.WalkerCenterOnline.org Monday March 5 The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, Jane Lonon, Executive Director, Ashe Arts Council will present a program on the Council and its activities, with emphasis on the Barn Quilt Program. Business meeting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more informa­ tion, call 982-9538. Wednesday March 7 7 p.m.: The Ashe Baptist Campground Committee will be meeting at the Ashe Baptist Association Conference Room. Serving on that committee is Jimmy Jordan, Rev. Johnny Goodman Chairman, Diane Dixon, Walter Pugh, Carolyn Miller, Edd Reed, Lucian Jordan, Ann Eldreth, David Stidhams, Rev. Chris Goodman, Rev. David Jones. Saturday March 10 11 a.m.: The annual Convention of the Ashe County Republican Party will be held at the Ashe County Courthouse. Precinct meetings will begin at 11 a.m. with lunch at 12 p.m. The general con­ vention will convene at 1 p.m. Donations will be accepted to defray the cost of providing lunch. 4:30 p.m.: Spagetti Supper at Fleetwood Community Center until 7:30 p.m. or sold out. Parking off Railroad Grade Road. Come on out and sup­ port your community center and have a good meal! Sunday March 11 2 p.m.: Slide Show/Hike. Join local hiking enthusiast and park volunteer Curly Perzel for a short slide presentation on her thru hike of the Appalachian Trail. Also come prepared for a 1 mile guided hike along the Hickory Trail. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. Dress appropriately for the outdoor weather. This program will be held at the Community Building, US 221 Access of New River State Park. Program will be held rain or shine. Call the park office to register for this hike and slide presentation. 336-982-2587 6 p.m.: Revival at Gillespie Community Church all this week. Services are 7 p.m. nightly (except Sunday, which begins at 6 p.m.). Brother Mitchell Mash is the evange­ list. Call Pastor Jim Francis at 384-2560 for more information. Ending date is open. Monday March 12 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The March meeting on March 12 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The pro­ gram will include a discussion of the spring care and pruning of ornamental trees and shrubs by Bryan Davis, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Tuesday March 13 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quilters Guild on March 13 and 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9AM. The quilt will be The Twisted Bargello, which will be held on the two days mentioned. There are still openings available for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. 7 p.m.: Vacation Bible School The Ashe County Heart Association will have their Annual Heart Auction At Ashe Family Central. For 7 p.m.:"Mz. Relay "2007. Relay for Life organizers present: A womanless beauty pag­ eant at Westwood Elementary School Auditorium. Who will wear the crown? Adults $7.00, Children 12 and under $4.00. Advance tickets availab le by calling Mary Jo Black 336-2192727 days or 336-982-9055 7:30 a.m.: Screening at Cholesterol Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 6p.m.:B!ueRidgeOpportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) will hold its Public Hearing on its Community Services Block Grant (BSBG) for the program year July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008.The hearing will take place prior to the BROC Executive Meeting at the BROC Ashe Office, Warrensville Community Center, Warrensville, N.C. The BROC Executive Committee Meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. The proposal will be availble for review to the Public. 6:30 p.m.: Goat & Sheep Workshop: Breeding and Feeding at Ashe Family Central Sunday March 25 Sunday March 18 in Jefferson. Meal sponsored by Southern States. Please RSVP by Monday, March 5 by calling 336-219-2650. cial music each evening. The Service begins on March 25 th at 11 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each evening through Wednesday. 8 p.m.: Blood, Sweat & Tears with Chuck Negron. Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night, joins Blood, Sweat & Tears to form a powerhouse combo that can- offer no less than 26 Top 40 hits rang­ ing from "Joy to the World" to"You've Made Me So Very Happy." Guaranteed to bring back a flood of memories! Tickets (336)838-6260. Location: Walker Center, Wilkesboro Web or email address: www. WalkerCenterOnline.org Tuesday March 20 11 a.m.: Midway Baptist Church announces that Pine Ridge Boys will be singing March 25th at the 11 a.m. service. Rev. Steve LeaShomb and the congregation invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Upcoming revival for Phoenix Baptist Church .Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy Joe Blevins Beginning March 25. Prayer rooms at 6:30 p.m. Special singing nightly. Transportation and Child care will be provided. More informa­ tion call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Dollar & congregation invite everyone to attend. Ongoing Events Bald Mountain Baptist Church announces "Divorce Care" Divorced or separated find help at Divorce Care which is a special weekly seminar and support group for folks just like you. You do not have to be a member of Bald Mt Baptist Church to join Divorce Care. Call the office to register at 87701550. Bald Mt Baptist Church also announces that the North Carolina Baptist Singers will be in concert at Bald Mountain on Monday night April 23 at 7:00. These singers are from across the state in our Baptist Churches. Brother David Phillips Associational Choir Director and Bald Mt Choir director invite you to come here this special group of singers. Rev. Lawrence Goodman is the pastor and invites you to attend. Friday March 23 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ Westwood Elementary is currently having a "Phone Raiser" and we need your help! We are collecting used cell phones to be recycled and make cash for our school. You can drop those used cell phones off at the Main Office at Westwood or send them in with a student. Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold March services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. The AsheCounty Garden Club meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The March meeting on March 12 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The program will include a discussion of the spring care and pruning of ornamental trees and shrubs by Bryan Davis, who works for the Westwood Elementary is a member of the 'Box Tops for Education' and Cambell's UPC program. Many products that you buy and use on your grocery list have them! The Box Tops and UPC Codes add up fast and help support the school. You can save and drop them off at Westwood School before the year ends. This is an ongioing event from year to year, so help us by saving those Box Tops today! Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary $ Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Small Group Opportunity for Newly Married and Engaged Couples. FaithBridge United Methodist Church is offering a new Small Group for Newly Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage relationships. This small group will provide fellowship opportunities with other couples just starting out, as well as offer teaching from a video-based curriculum by two Christian counselors who are experts on marriage, Les and Leslie Parrott. The small group will be facilitated by Rev. 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This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Thursday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the 11 a.m.: Buffalo Baptist Church will have revival with Rev. Neal Hatfield from Uplands Reach as their guest speaker. There will be spe­ The Shepherd's Staff. For more information call 846-7964 7 p.m.: Session I of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes for 2007 is now in progress at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Classes are held on your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. March 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9AM. The quilt will be The Twisted Bargello. There are still open­ ings available for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. 7:30 p.m.: ETSU Bluegrass Band - Carrying on the spirit of bluegrass at Heritage Hall Mountain City.TN 37683 423-727-7444. Thursday March 15 Thursday March 8 at no cost to you! Just link ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quilters Guild on Workshop at Family Central in Jefferson. Sponsored by information about how you can participate, you may call Judi Leek at 846-1109 Saturday March 17 Visit our website for more details: DAVID and BARBARA THOMAS, Brokers « $289,000 MLS 66369/ 153712 . 3 BR 3 BA • Master on Main • 2500+ sq. ft. • L.g BR/BA 2nd floor • Open kitchen • Porch & deck • Wooded lot • Broker Interest Building Sites Available:» Phased: Sold Out Phase IT: Currently selling Phase III: To open soon!!! • 1 mile to New River . Paved roads • Underground Utilities • Centrally located to Boone. Jefferson, Blowing Rock, and Wilkesboro www.thomashonieteam.com CALL Toll Free: 866-652-1990 �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Sitar star Anoushka Shankar to perform at Appalachian State University March 20 Grammy-award nominee time to play on her father's Anoushka Shankar will per­ recording, In Celebration. form on the stage of Appala­ Two years later, she helped as chian State University's Far­ conductor with her father and thing Auditorium, enchanting dear friend George Harrison the audience with her haunt­ on the 1997 release, Chants of ing sitar melodies. This final India. In the fall of 1998 her performance of Appalachian first solo recording, Anoush­ State University's 2006-07 ka, was released to tremen­ Performing Arts Series will dous critical acclaim. Live be held at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, at Carnegie Hall followed in March 20, and is part of the 2001, and was nominated for Rise tour by the Anoushka a Grammy Award for Best Shankar Project. World Music Album, making Often connected by the her the youngest ever nomi­ media with her father, the nee in that category. She also legendary sitar virtuoso and played sitar on her father's composer Ravi Shankar, and Grammy Award-winning al­ her half-sister, pop star Nora bum Full Circle: Carnegie Jones, Anoushka Shankar has Hall 2000, and has appeared shown herself to be a unique as a sitarist on several other artist in her own right. With CDs including Sting's Sacred each of her artistic endeavors, Love. Shankar's latest recording, she demonstrates tremen­ dous talent and understand­ Rise, which she composed, ing of India's great musical produced and arranged her­ tradition. The only artist in self, was met with enthuiastic the world to be trained com­ reviews. On Rise, she collabo­ pletely by her father, she has rates with a select crew of been playing and studying virtuoso Eastern and Western the sitar with him since she musicians. Wielding a variety was nine. At age thirteen, she of both acoustic and electronic made her performing debut in instruments, they engage in New Delhi, India. That same often-unexpected ways to cre­ year, Shankar entered the ate tantalizing new sounds. recording studio for the first National Public Radio's Su­ san Stamberg comments that, "On Rise, Shankar moves be­ yond the classical tradition of her father, mixing up a broad range of world music styles and instruments— flamenco piano, Indian slide guitar, electronic sounds, and, of course, the sitar. The result is a sensual, ethereal sound." One Way magazine raves, "On Rise, Anoushka proves she should not simply be la­ beled Ravi Shankar's prodigy daughter. Rather, she de­ serves recognition as an inde­ pendent, bold musician bring­ ing Eastern music to the West with respect for her rich heri­ tage, but with a treatment all her own." Also a gifted classical pia­ nist, Shankar's devotion to the sitar and to her father's guidance is unmistakable, with a discipline that has led her into an already extraordi­ nary performing career. Join­ ing Shankar for the March 20 performance will be Tanmoy Bose (tabla), Leo Dombecki (multi-instrumentalist), Ravichandra Kulur (tambourine), Aditya Prakash (vocals), Clarence Gonsalves (bass), Jesse Charnow (percussion) and Sanjeev Shankar (Shahnai and tanpura). The performance by Anoushka Shankar is part of the 2006-07 Performing Arts Series, presented by Ap­ palachian State University's Office of Arts and Cultural Programs. By creating mem­ orable performance experi­ ences and related educational and outreach activities, the series promotes the power and excitement of the live performance experience, pro­ vides a "window on the world" through the artistry of na­ tionally and internationally renowned artists, and show­ cases some of the finest art­ ists of our campus community and region. Advance tickets for Anoushka Shankar's March 20 performance are $16 for adults, $14 for seniors, ASU faculty and staff, and $8 for all students. Ticket prices in­ crease at the door. For tickets or information, call 800-841ARTS(2787) or 828-262-4046, or visit www.pas.appstate. edu. Mediacom Yadkin Valley Craft Guild announces Apprenticeship/Mentoring Program Elkin, NC, March 1, 2007: A Craft Apprenticeship/Men­ toring Program will begin on April 15 in the eighteen county area served by the Yadkin Valley Craft Guild, which is based in Elkin, NC. The Guild seeks apprentice candidates in six craft media, and master artisans to serve as their mentors over a six to twelve month period. The areas of study will be clay, fiber, glass, metal (including precious metal jewelry), pho­ tography and wood (including instrument making). The field-based appren­ ticeship training will take place in the private studios of Guild exhibiting members. There is no cost to join the program, but candidates will be screened for aptitude, com­ mitment and entrepreneurial spirit. The Guild anticipates that the apprentice will spend thirty hours per week in the studio of the mentor, with twenty of these devoted to in­ struction and ten to practice. In addition, the Guild plans to sponsor seminars, workshops and lectures relating to own­ ing and operating a craft busi­ ness. The watershed of the Yad­ kin River defines the bound­ aries of the Yadkin Valley Craft Guild's serving area. Those counties are Alexan­ der, Alleghany, Ashe, Cabar­ rus, Caldwell, Davidson, Da­ vie, Forsyth, Iredell, Rowan, Stokes, Surry, Watauga, video Wilkes and Yadkin in North Carolina, and the counties of Carroll, Grayson and Patrick in Virginia Interested candidates for apprenticeship or mentoring positions should contact Mary Mascenik, the program's co­ ordinator, by April 1 at craft_ mentor@triad.rr.com or 336414-7749. Chatham, Bolyes-Eidsen, and Golden Leaf Founda­ tions provide funding The Yadkin Valley Craft Guild received an initial grant of $10,000 from the Chatham Foundation of Elkin to assist with the hiring of a part-time coordinator in order to launch its Craft Apprenticeship/Men­ toring Program, its first major endeavor since its founding in 2003. The Boyles-Eidson Foun­ dation, also of Elkin, awarded the Guild $5,000 for a comput­ er, printer, software and other office equipment necessary to document Guild business, as well as the mandatory re­ cords to be kept on apprentice progress. This combined assistance allows the Guild to accept a $47,000 grant awarded by the Golden Leaf Foundation in November 2006. This grant funds training materials and equipment for apprentice­ ships in six media. The Board of Directors of the Guild is working with confidence to obtain the additional funds necessary to initiate the pro­ gram in total. The Yadkin Valley Craft Guild is a non-profit mem­ bership organization that promotes craft training, edu­ cation, production and mar­ keting. Its gallery, office and demonstration clay studio are located at 122 West Main Street, Elkin. It joins other North Carolina craft groups, such as the Southern High­ lands Craft Guild in Asheville and the Piedmont Craftsmen, Inc. in Winston-Salem, in a $14 billion nationwide hand­ made craft industry. North Carolina ranks sec­ ond in the United States for production and sales of fine crafts, with $580 million in annual sales. More than 6000 Tarheels make their living as craft artisans of the approxi­ mately 120,000 craftspeople working in the US today. The average income of a full-time craft artisan is $50,000, 26% above the national median of $39,657. The design industry, includ­ ing arts and crafts, industrial design and software, were rec­ ommended in a 2003 study as economic development targets for the entire northwest re­ gion of the state. The Angelou Economics "Comprehensive Economic Development Study for Northwest North Caro­ lina" urged the creation of a vibrant and growing network of small businesses. 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Executive Director George Santucci identified the Clean Water Management Trust Fund (CWMTF) as essential to the National Committee for the New River's conserva­ tions easement and stream bank stabilization programs. Dr. Bill Herring also stressed how important the CWMTF was to the conservation ease­ ments of the Blue Ridge Rural Post file photo Sen. Steve Goss Land Trust. Teresa Buckwalter of High Country Conser­ vancy spoke of the high costs of surveys and appraisals which are necessary for con­ servation easements and are funded by CWMTF. All three individuals expressed the hope that CWMTF would continue to be fully funded. The Partnership for Watauga's Future's repre­ sentative Jerry Williamson spoke in support of land use planning. While not support­ ing a state mandate for land use planning, he suggested the state might use the carrot and stick approach. Eric Hiegl, with the High Country Conservancy, urged funding for the Farmland Preservation Trust. The Trust was established to support the purchase of ag­ ricultural conservation ease­ ments, including transaction costs, and to fund public and private enterprise programs that would promote profitable and sustainable farms Richard DeMott, President of the Watauga River Conser­ vation Partners and Mayor Pro Tern of the Town of Sev­ en Devils, described grants to the Town of Seven Devils which will fund a study of the underground water and wells in the area. Nancy Riegl represented Mountain Keepers and de­ scribed her organization's "Stop the Litter" campaign and suggested consideration of a refundable deposit on soft drink cans and bottles so that there is an incentive to pick them up off the roads. Senator Goss thanked the participants for their sug­ gestions and noted, "It was a wonderful opportunity for me to meet with the environmen­ tal leaders in our community, and I appreciate so much their taking time to educate me. We should all be grateful for the wonderful work these people do." Search for Mrs. North Carolina now underway plished work of North Caroli­ na's married women. Contes­ tant ages range from twenty to fifty. Contestants will compete in evening gown, swimsuit, in­ terview, and onstage questions. Contestants will also compete in most beautiful, pageantry spirit, people's choice, photoge­ nic, and congeniality. Last year's winner, Staci Wallace from Raleigh, NC fin­ ished fourth runner up at Mrs. America 2006 this past Sep­ tember. Staci will crown her successor and perform several musical numbers. The win­ ner of Mrs. America goes on to represent the United States at Mrs. World. Mrs. World 2007 is being held in Moscow and So­ chi (Russian Riviera) Russia also televised on WE TV this spring. Executive Directors Wendy and Frederick Galle III are The 31st Annual Mrs. North Carolina America Pageant will be held on Saturday April 14, 2007 at the J.E. Broyhill Civic Center in Lenoir, NC. Doors will open at 6 p.m.; the Pag­ eant begins at 7 p.m. The new Mrs. North Carolina America winner will jet to the nation­ ally-televised Mrs. America Pageant in Tucson, Arizona. The Mrs. America Pageant is the only nationally-televised and recognized pageant for married women. Delegates from all 50 states and the Dis­ trict of Columbia will vie for the title of Mrs. America 2007 over a two week vacation in spectacular Tucson, Arizona and broadcast on (Women's Entertainment television) WE TV. The Mrs. North Carolina America Pageant emphasizes the extraordinary and accom­ scouting for delegates from each of the counties in North Carolina. Delegates must be 18 years old and married wi^h the ability to travel both na­ tionally and statewide. Mr. Galle states "We have grown the pageant every year yet, we know there are amazing wom­ en in this state that could com­ pete and bring home the Mrs. America title. We are searchfrig for that special married woman to represent North Carolina and make the state proud. If you are interested or know someone who is an ex­ traordinary married woman please get in contact with us." Previous state prize pack­ ages have . been valued at over $10,000.00 with previous Mrs. America's receiving over $100,000.00 in prizes and a new car. Delegates will attend the Hickory Crawdads game and make several appearanc­ es at sponsors businesses in the run up to the final event. For more information, pho­ tos, tickets or an application go to The Mrs. North Carolina America Pageant Website; con­ tacts are Wendy and Frederick Galle III at 704-807-7509, at galle@charter.net, or at www. mrsnorthcarolinaamerica. com. 2006 Results: The final decisions were made: Swimsuit Winner: Staci Wallace Evening Gown Winner: April Storms-Britt Most Beautiful Winner: Stacie Wallace Most Tickets Sold: Susie Glynn Pageantry Spirit Award: Cathy Moose Want to start your own business? Have you ever thought about starting your own busi­ ness, but did not know where to start? Working for yourself can open a new world of pos­ sibilities including financial independence, flexibility in scheduling, and the ability to make a living doing something that you enjoy. The Watauga Entrepreneur Development Partnership is hosting its fifth "Start Your Own Business" workshop series to boost as­ piring and existing entrepre­ neurs in the Watauga County area. Two of ASU's Walker College of Business entrepreneurship professors developed the course material and will lead the workshops. March 20: Business Idea Development April 3: Key Elements of Running A Business April 24: Making It Happen! The workshop series is FREE to participants and is open to anyone wanting to start or grow their own business. All workshops are held from 6-9 pm in the Appala­ chian Enterprise Center located next to the new Health Department off of the Poplar Grove Rd. Connector. March 15th, 2007. For more information contact Chilton Rogers (828) 262-6662, Joe Furman (828) 265-8043, or e-mail ARDI at ardi@ardi.appstate.edu. Register online at www.ardi.appstate.edu/ abc/register.php or pick up a brochure at area businesses, banks, community centers or grocery stores and fax the registration section to (828) 262-6553. People's Choice: Freda Jones Mrs. Congeniality: Nicole Hinson Photogenic Winner: April Storms-Britt Official Results 4th RUP: Nicole Hinson 3rd RUP: Maureen MacDonald 2nd RUP: April StormsBritt 1st RUP: Rachel Adcock Winner: Stacie Wallace Sponsors for 2007: Beasley Photography Body Design by Mike Comfort Inn - Lenoir Details Hair Artistry Gisela Zink - Perfect Fit Al­ ternations Fit Dimension Pageantry magazine The Perfect Step Dance Academy Rock Barn Golf & Spa Simply Elegant Turn For the Judges maga­ zine Galle Development and Construction Key West Fish Company VOTE AGAINST ALCOHOL ON MARCH 6TH In 2002, an estimated 17,419 people died in alcohol related traffic accidents, an average of one every 30 minutes. Please protect our children and grandchildren from an alcohol related accident. Please protect your loved ones with a vote "AGAINST" on March 6th to a liquor store and liquor by the drink in West Jefferson. 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YOU CAN'T GET ANY BETTER/ �Winter Sports Awards Friday, March 2, 2007 port V r Ashe County High School will host their Annual Winter Sports Awards program on Monday, March 5 j Reception at 6 p.m. in the cafeteria Awards Program at 7 p.m. in the auditorium This week in Husky sports F-mail «is: MgraybcalftijeffersonPosi.com Ashe softball player letter of intent Photo by Michael Graybeal Tiffany Jones signs her National Letter of Intent to play softball at Walters State Community College while her mother and father look on in excitement. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Ashe County High School's softball program witnessed a warm and fulfilling experience Monday evening when Tiffany Jones signed her National Letter of Intent to play softball at Walters State Community College. Walters State is a Junior College located in Morristown, Tennessee and possesses a fantastic fastpitch softball tradition. Under the coaching of Larry Sauceman, the Senators have obtained an impressive 302-121 record over the past nine years. Tiffany Jones is a senior member of the Varsity Huskies Softball Team and is entering her third year on the varsity squad. Tiffany has been the Huskies' starting and primary catcher for all three years at the varsity level. Tiffany has been honored each year by winning a team award. Her freshman year, Tiffany was named the JV Softball Golden Glove winner for outstanding defensive play. Her sophomore year, her first year on the varsity squad, Tiffany continually improved throughout the year and was named the Most Improved. Tiffany was also recognized for her performance at the conference level and was awarded a spot on the All-Conference Honorable Mention Team. She was voted as a member of the All-Conference Honorable Mention Team during her junior year as well and earned the team award for the Best Hitter. Her father and mother, Jeff and Lisa Jones commented on their daughter's devotion to softball by stating: "Tiffany has worked hard and has been committed to softball since she started playing as a child. She has aspired to play softball in college since she was nine years old and has been a very devoted player. She has played while she was sick, running a fever, with broken bones; nothing has stood in the way of her playing softball." Walters State coach, Larry Sauceman, first noticed Tiffany while she was playing with a tournament team out of Johnson City, Tennessee. Coach Sauceman stated, "Tiffany's size and power was what first caught my attention. I believe that Photo by Michael Graybeal Tiffany's never-ending desire Coach Keith Phillips, Tiffany Jones, and Varsity Coach Bill Key were all smiles and proud of to be a winner and succeed Tiffany for this accomplishment and award. will allow her to bond with our players and our winning tradition. Also Tiffany possesses a lot of experience from playing against and with a high number of good players. Her experience will be an asset for our team." After spotting Tiffany during a game, Coach Sauceman invited Tiffany to visit the college and participate in a try-out. Following the try-out in August, Tiffany was invited back to work out with the team in October. Coach Sauceman and his assistant, Richard Howlett, were impressed enough to offer Tiffany a full-ride scholarship. Tiffany accepted the scholarship offer and confirmed her commitment to play for Walters State by signing her National Letter of Intention on Monday, February 19. The Huskies' coaching staff, Tiffany's teammates, Photo Courtesy of Rick Ballou her parents and younger The Comets finished the regular season with a 9-1 record to claim the title 5th and 6th Grade sisters, are extremely proud Girls Regular Season Champions but were unable to advance during the tournament. of Tiffany. They wish her the Coaches (L:R) Rick Ballou, Terry Elliott. Back Row (L:R) Ann Marie Ballou, Brittany Miller, best of luck as she continues OliviaThore, Virginia Johnson, Makayla Shatley, Makensie Shatley. Front Row (L:R) Hannah her softball career at Walters Blevins, Whitney Spangler, Sloan Elliott, and Rusty Bare. State. Photo courtesy of Steve Wright, www.StevesSportsShots.com Photo courtesy of Steve Wright, www.StevesSportsShots.com The Wizards finished the season with a 9-1 record and claimed the 5th and 6th Grade Boys Championship by defeating the Blazers and 76ers during the tournament. Back Row (L:R): Coach Zeb Gamblll, Jordan Spell, Nehemiah Stafford, John Latham, Coach Van Lawrence, Tucker Goodman, and Eli Gamblll. Front Row (L:R): Brandon Graybeal, Jonathan Cox, Zach Lawrence, Mason Hamilton, and The Sparks finished the regular season with a 6-4 record but rallied in the tournament by defeating the Jazz, Comets, and Mystics to win the 5th and 6th Grade Girls Championship. The Sparks roster included Haley Maloney, Shelby Cockrane, Madison Little, Mary-Austin Tugman, Molly Lewis, Carl Carson, and Bobbi Jean Williams, Coached by Michelle Scott. Corey Day. Photo courtesy of Paula Carlton Photo courtesy of Alisa Taylor The Bobcats finished the season with a 10-0 undefeated record to win the 3rd and 4th Grade The Stars finished the season with an undefeated 10-0 record to win the 3rd and 4th Grade Boys Championship. The Bobcats' roster included Alex Spencer, Thomas Sexton, Jacob Carlton, Zach Outen, Devin Morse, Alex Richardson, Kendall Wagner, Andrew Shepherd. Coach Paula Carlton Girls Championship. Back Row (L:R): Kaleigh Kemp, Brooke Price, Savannah Brooks, Brianna McCoy Front Row (L:R): Brianna Weaver, Victoria Reed, Laura Hodgson, Hayley Taylor Head Coach: James Reed, Assistant Coach: Alisa Taylor, Not pictured: Montana Lewis and Assistant Coach Terri Richardson. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS ill? Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball February 26, 2007 60 44 Timber Creek Landscaping The Huskies Timber Creek Landscaping Independence Lumber Wood's Plumbing Independence Lumber 20 Justin Grubb Kevin Mash 10 Derrick Eller Chris Barr 19 14 Jody Barr Scott Patrick The Huskies 75 37 15 13 Wood's Plumbing Darron Dotson David Marino 89 77 Big Dave's Auto Jefferson Post Big Dave's Auto Dustin Farmer Matt Peters 15 10 Photo by Teressa Laws New River Motors Midtown Motors/JefTerson Appliance New River Motors 36 23 Steven Phillips Tim Church Jefferson Post 81 45 25 17 Midtown Motors/ Jefferson Appliance Jeremy Osborne Kyle Denny 26 25 Andy Johnson Sid Carpenter 14 12 ICE BOWL major success by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter On February 17, Todd and Wendy Patoprsty directed the first annual Ice Bowl Disc Golf Tournament to support Ashe Partnership for Children. The event was sponsored by Ashe County Parks and Recreation, www.Icebowl2007.com, www. discgolfworld.com, www. Innovadiscgolf.com and raised $933.20 for Ashe Partnership for Children. The entry fee to compete in the tournament was fifteen dollars, with ten dollars going to the Ashe Partnership for Children. The tournament featured 36 players representing four divisions: Pro, Advanced, Intermediate, and Recreation. Todd Patoprsty commented on the event by stating: "All in all, it was a great day! Everyone had fun,spoke very complimentary of the new course, and was super generous and respectful throughout the event. Participants came from Wilmington, Asheville, Brevard, Kingsport, TN., Marion, VA., Yadkin ville, Winston Salem, Hickory, Charlotte, Boone, and the award for furthest traveled went to James Powell Jr. who drove 351 miles from Milledgeville, GA. to be at the inaugural High Country Ice Bowl event." Although the temperature was cold, the participants were fortunate enough that the wind was calm compared to the normal gusts. At registration, the temperature was 22 degrees but the occasional light snow showers throughout the day awed the participants and spectators. Todd Patoprsty would like to thank everyone that made the event possible, the Ashe County Parks and Recreation Staff, Innova Disc Golf, the course sponsors and supporters, the participants and helpers, and Ashe Co. Partnership for Children! And a very special thanks to the ICE BOWL sponsors! Without their support and contributions, the mission to raise money and have fun would not of amounted to what it would of been without their support. Their donations enticed people to come out and battle the conditions. It also allowed the tournament directors to keep the entry fee low, which also helped to attrack a larger playing field. A list of the Ice Bowl Sponsors included: Ashe County Parks and Recreation, www.Icebowl2007.com, www. discgolfworld.com, www. Innovadiscgolf.com, Michael's 102 North Restaurant, Smoky Mountain Barbeque, Bohemia Coffee Shop, Hobby Barn, Nations Inn, Domino's Pizza, Dr. Pepper Bottling Company, Jefferson Landing, Pizza Hut, Los Arcoiris Mexican Restaurant and the Prime Sirloin Family Steakhouse. Supporters from outside of Ashe County included Coyote Kitchen in Boone, Mr. Powell, and Ski Beech Mountain. A list of the current course sponsors include Innova Disc Golf, Mel and Cara Jone's, www.discgolfworld. com, the Powell Family, www.wncdiscgolf.com, Tom Owens and The Gallery Woodworking company in Boone, Matt Dewhirst and Capricorn Construction in Boone, the Yadkinville DGC, the Hickory DGC, Dr. Pepper Bottling Company, Sam and Edna Miller Tree Farm, and Coyote Kitchen in Boone. The course still needs volunteers, sponsors, and/or donations to help support the completion of an 18-hole course. The construction of the back nine holes is expected to be getting under way soon. Once the designing is finished and approved, more scheduled workdays will follow. Upcoming workdays are March 3 and March 31. Although, willing and able volunteer's are appreciated at anytime, all that the Parks and Recreation department ask is that you get in touch with either the park staff or Todd Patoprsty regarding the list of projects that need to be addressed. Todd Patoprsty plans to organize the High Country Disc Golf Club during the spring and host other fundraising events, host clinics, weekly and monthly events, work days, and also the up and coming big inaugural High Country sanctioned PDGA Tournament set for July 14 and 15th weekend. The player's field for that event will be limited to 90 participants with participants coming from all over the southeast to compete. Some of the top touring professionals say they are anticipating the event. To stay informed with all the course progress and upcoming events check the course kiosk board at the park, or go to www.pdga.com. You can also contact Todd Patoprsty directly at (336) 649-0888 cell, or via email at boxofrain@skybest.com. The Ashe County Lightning 11 and under boys played in the Mitchell Roundball Classic this past weekend in Spruce Pine and brought home second place. They began the tournament Friday night by beating Mitchell County #2, 30-15. The second game was played Saturday against Mitchell County #1 and they won again 2017. They beat the Watauga Storm 20-17 in their next game. They advanced to the Championship game Sunday, when they playing the Hightops. The Lightning boys fell short 3630 finishing in second place. The Ashe County Lightning 11 and under boys team con­ sist of Cullen Ashley, Alex Laws, Devin Sheets, Grayson Gilley, Zach Lawrence, Zak May, Matthew Lee, Mason Hamilton, Evan Walker, and Jonathon Cox. They are coached by Jeff Ashley, Greg Poe, and Jeff Walters. They will be traveling to Yadkinville this weekend. Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball February 27, 2007 Midtown Motors/Jefferson Appliance Ashe Chiropractic Midtown Motors/ Jefferson Appliance Andy Johnson Justin Darnell 73 53 31 11 Ashe Chirpractic Alex Rollins Wes Rousseau 22 13 70 Big Dave's Auto Ashe County Builders Big Dave's Auto Matt Peters Andy Cheek 53 25 21 Ashe County Builders Dillon Poe Keelan Davis 24 13 62 AEV/Mo's Boots Odie Gilbert Construction AEV/ Mo's Boots Derek Roark Danny Jones 44 17 14 Odie Gilbert Construction TJLemly Odie Gilbert 14 10 78 61 Independence Lumber Jefferson Post Independence Lumber Derrick Eller David Bowers 22 16 Jefferson Post Cody Moss Kyle Denny 17 14 Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner W m m m m m m _ n..,.1_TT....r,r... Tr f .._TT..r r Photo courtesy of Todd Patoprsty The 39 participitants of the High County ICE BOWL pause for a picture prior to the tournament which raised $933.20 for the Ashe Partnershhip for Children. Inaugural High Country ICE BOWL results 36 players competed Round 1 Singles, 9 holes, PAR 28 Pro (7) from long tees 1. Jack Schmalfeld 2. Todd Patoprsty 2. Brad Smith 3. Ross Ta Mon 4. Justin Laughlin 5. Clint Keller 6. Cam 27 30 30 32 34 37 38 Advanced, long tees 1. Todd Rieger 2. Matt King 3. Tim McGee 3. Matty Scopes 4. Arron Graff 4. Jeremy Koling 5. Todd Lion 6. James Miller 29 31 32 32 33 33 34 42 Intermediate, short tees 26 1. Jamie Arnold 2. Johnathan Collier 3. Daniel Quin 4. James Powell Jr. 5. Randy Steelmon 5. Eddie Snody 5. Charlie Sealey 6. Nate Lane 7. Ben Whitehead 7. Chris Pitts 7. Scott Farkas 7. Doug Trimbach 27 28 29 30 30 30 31 32 32 32 32 8. Lance Houck 8. Dan Mitchell 8. John Glenn 9. Steven Garner 10. Matt Thompson 33 33 33 34 37 Recreation, short tees 1. Jim Howell 1. Butch Lucas 2. Jim Atkins 3. Tim Brannon 43 43 51 DNF Round 2 Random Draw Doubles 18 holes, PAR 55 1. Todd Patoprsty / Scott Farkus 2. Jack Schmalfeld / Jamie Arnold 2. 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Jefferson Avenue Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" Chevrolet West Jefferson, NC MA 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net 336-246-3367 T A V �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY/ MARCH 2, 2007 PAGE 5B COMMUNITY NEWS Advance ticket sales for MerleFest end March 15 WILKESBORO, NC: Wil­ kes Community College will produce MerleFest 2007, Pre­ sented by Lowe's, on April 26 - 29 on its campus in Wilkesboro, NC. MerleFest 2007 early bird advance ticket dis­ counts will end after March 15. Starting on March 16, 4Day general admission prices rise to $150 from $135, while Friday/Saturday/Sunday gen­ eral admission wristbands go up from $120 to $130. One day tickets are available at variable prices. Those with Internet access may acquire their tickets easily by visit­ ing www.merlefest.org. Those without Internet access may purchase tickets by calling 1-800-343-7857 (US only) or 336-838-6267 (non-US) from Firms form alliance STATESVILLE.NC—Larry Shoffner, CEO of Carolina Farm Credit recently announced an exclusive partnership with LandsofAmerica.com, LLC, an online real estate marketing service provider. The partnership enables Carolina Farm Credit to dis­ play listings for more than 20,000 farms, ranches, recre­ ational property and country homes on its website, www. CarolinaFarmCredit.com. Visi­ tors browsing the website can search the largest database of rural land listings in the Unit­ ed States. By advertising the properties on its website, Caro­ lina Farm Credit is able to drive buyers to Realtors and brokers in western North Carolina and other parts of the nation. "Everyone benefits from this partnership," said Mr. Shoffher. "It gives potential buyers ac­ cess to listings of rural real es­ tate for sale in our area, as well as properties in all 50 states. Furthermore, it gives us the opportunity to show the real estate community that we're here to help them advertise their properties to thousands of potential buyers who visit our website." Currently, the www. LandsofAmerica.com network has more than 1,000,000 visi­ tors per month, nearly double the visits from six months ago. LandsofAmerica.com, LLC has similar partnerships set up with a total of 44 Farm Credit associations in 18 states. "The partnerships with the Farm Credit associations have been a perfect fit; we both share the same objective of providing the best service possible to rural real estate brokers and buy­ ers," said Jake Massengale, CEO of LandsofAmerica.com, LLC. "We are excited about the increased exposure this part­ nership will provide for the 3,500 rural real estate agents that use our network." To search through thou­ sands of rural properties for sale, go to our website at www. carolinafarmcredit.com or www.countrymortgages/carolinafarmcrecht.com and click on "Property for Sale." Realtors who are interested in advertis­ ing on these sites may contact their local Carolina Farm Cred­ it branch or our administrative offices (800-521-9952, marketing@carolinafarmcredit.com). About Carolina Farm Cred­ it (www.carolinafarmcredit. com): Carolina Farm Credit is a stockholder-owned coopera­ tive providing short, intermedi­ ate, and long-term financing to full and part-time farmers and agricultural-related businesses and also provides financing for the construction and purchase of homes in 54 counties through 37 branch offices. Carolina Farm Credit serves over 9,300 members with loans outstanding totaling more than $1.1 billion. The association's territory covers the western half of North Carolina. Local offices are located in Jefferson, Boone and Wilkesboro. About Lands of America (www.landsofamerica.com): LandsofAmerica.com, LLC, is the leading online real estate listing service specializing in rural land for sale. Their net­ work of 108 websites adver­ tises properties to more than 1 million monthly visitors. The company was formed in 2002 and in headquartered in Aus­ tin, Texas. 10 AM through 4 PM, EST, weekdays. Tickets may also be ordered by fax (336-838-6277) and mail (MerleFest; P.O. Box 1299; Wilkesboro, NC 28697). Those who purchase tickets on line prior to the deadline will be entered into a draw­ ing to have those tickets re­ placed with 2 4 Day Reserved Seat Passes, 2 Midnight Jam tickets, 4 nights of free motel lodging for two people, one on campus parking pass. MerleFest 2007 still needs individual volunteers. Volun­ teers provide an invaluable service to MerleFest and the festival could not be success­ ful without the many folks who volunteer their time and efforts. You can apply to volunteer by going to www. merlefest.org/Volunteer Ap­ plication.htm. If you have questions, feel free to call 336-838-6414 or email Nancy. Watson@wilkescc.edu. Music lineup Festival coordinators pre­ viously announced an ex­ traordinary talent roster for MerleFest 2007, presented by Lowe's, the 20th annual festi­ val in celebration of the mu­ sic of the late Merle Watson and his father Doc Watson produced by Wilkes Commu­ nity College on April 26 - 29, 2007 on its campus in Wilkes­ boro, NC. Among those previ­ ously announced as joining Doc Watson and Merle's son Richard Watson for MerleF­ est 2007 are Blue Highway; Sam Bush; Carolina Choco­ late Drops; Cherryholmes; Elvis Costello; John Cowan Band; Donna The Buffalo; Jerry Douglas; The Duhks; B61a Fleck; Paul Geremia; John Hammond; Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver; Del McCoury Band; Nitty Gritty Dirt Band; Peter Rowan & Tony Rice Quartet; Darrell Scott; the Legendary Earl Scruggs with Family & Friends; Mar­ ty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives; Pam Tillis; The Waybacks; and many others. MerleFest 2007 will also offer a very special performance by Tony Rice and Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas: An evening of material from Tony's 35 year career on Saturday. Wilkes Community College has pre­ sented MerleFest since 1988. , Empire Chrysler Jeep Dodge Used Car Extravaganza 2004 Dodge Neon J8836B $149/month 2003 Dodge Utility P3105 $149/month 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo $169/month $6,900 $7,888 $7,888 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 D8770C $159/month 2006 Chrysler Sebring psize $159/month 2006 Chrysler Sebring P3127 $159/month $8,488 $8,888 2002 Saturn L200 J8931A $189/month P30S6A 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible $189/month $8,888 $8,888 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser psoso $169/month $8,888 ,—_——„—_— $7,888 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser A $169/month $9,488 2005 Nissan Sentra psoas $179/month $9,888 2004 Acura RSX D9148A $279/month 2007 Dodge Caliber PSOD? $269/month 2006 Chrysler Sebring pan? $159/month $8,888 $8,888 $9,488 2005 Nissan Sentra pms $179/month 2005 Nissan Sentra psose $179/month 2004 Ford Ranger PSIOO $239/month 2005 Nissan Altima D8183C $289/month 2004 Dodge Neon P3095A $149/month $7,888 2006 Dodge Stratus P3121 $159/month $9,888 2003 Mitsubishi Galant p* $159/month JI $13,488| - $14,888 $14,995 psoas 2006 Chrysler 2006 Chrysler Sebring GTC Convertible Sebring GTC Convertible $279/month $279/month 2002 Dodge Quad-Cab D^A $299/month 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 d946oai $299/month $9,888 P3078 $15,488 $15,888 $15,888 $15,995 $16,488 2006 Jeep Liberty 3 to choose from P3H9 $299/month 2003 Dodge Dakota Quad-Cab $319/month 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 D9460A $309/month 2006 Dodge Dakota ST D9433A $319/month 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 D9112A $359/month D9040A $16,888 $16,995 $17,488 $17.995 $19,888 2003 Ford F-250 Diesel D8983A 2003 Fold F-250 XLT Diesel D9208A 2003 Ford F-550 4x4 Diesel dssooa 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel doioia $22,688 $27,995 $28,900 $28,995 $33,900 All payments include $2,000 cash down or trade of equal value plus tax, tag & doc. 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Office Hours 502 Thurston Street Monday - Friday Winston Salem, NC 8 am - 5 pm Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 CLASSIFIED Bill Shugart DEADLINES | CLASSIFIED m m ADVERTISING Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) 120-Schools & Instruct HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case o f an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. J*. 888-212-1277 Associated Training Services www.equipmenloperator.com 140-Help Wanted COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN Charges (Position 743-53-0835) Rates depend on size Open until filled. FT of ad and number of with New River runs. Please call Behavioral Healthcare I Classified Dept. SP. Ashe County. for information. Duties include: Community support Mail orders should be services provided in sent with payment to: non-office setting. Work will be with child Classified Advertising and adult consumers The Jefferson Post who are dually diag­ PO Box 808 nosed to assist them in I West Jefferson. NC improving interpersonal 28694 and community coping skills. Minimum (We accept personal requirements: check. Visa or Graduation from high Master Card) school or equivalent and two years of 4 Telephone: experience in providing (336) 846-7164 support services Fax: 1 MH/DD/SA consumers. (336) 846-7165 Usual schedule: Mon-Fri, 8-5, flexibility e-mail; required. Typical-hiring classified® range: $23,700jetfersonpost.com Web: $27,024. Submit state www.jeffersonpost.com application to: Ashe County Employment 30-Special Security Commission, Notices 626 Ashe Central School Rd, Unit 5, If you have left Jefferson, NC 28640. pictures with us Criminal records check PLEASE remember to and pre-employment come in and pick drug testing is required. them up. EOE/AAE. THANK YOU Early Intervention Jefferson Post Specialist to work one on one PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising with children, In this newspaper is sub­ birth-3yrs. old in ject to the Fair Housing Act Watauga and Ashe which makes it Illegal to advertise any prelerences. i County areas. Position Limitation or discrimination requires Ja bachelor's based . on race, color, degree :in a Human religion, sex, handicap, financial status or nationai Servioe- related field. origin Includes children un­ Experience with young der the ago of 16 living with children is preferred. parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people Ability to provide parent securing custody of chil­ education and dren under 18. This news­ knowledge of child paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for development is a legal estate which is In must. HomeCare offers violation of the law. Our excellent training and readers are hore by Informed that all dwellings pay for qualified advertised in this newspa­ applicants. Please call per are available on equal HomeCare opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call Management for an HUD toll-free at application at 1-800-669-9777. 828-264-1021, or fax The toll-telephone number (or the hearing Impaired is your resume to 1-800-927-9275. 828-264-0755. You may call us toll free at 1-888-878-5199 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost: Boston Terrier Male, Black & White, answers to Barney. Lost in Creston Area Peak Rd & Three Top Rd. If you have any in­ formation, please call 336-385-1796. Mortgage Originator Jefferson/Boone area. For details, visit www.agfirst.com/jobs.htm bsJHm> . #A11. Respond by 3/2. www.carolinafarmcredit.com HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUN­ SELOR I (position Need a new job? 160-Business Opportunities Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. 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Looking for part Employment Security time help on Horse Commission, 320 Wil- farm. 336-384-9040. kesboro Ave, Midtown PLACEYOUR Plaza, North Wilkes"LIVESTOCK FOR boro, NC 28659. Crimi­ SALE" ADS nal records check and FOR ONLY $ 3.50 pre-employment drug PER AD. (UP TO 20 testing is required. WORDS). CALL EOE/AAE. CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 J. Y. MONK FOR MORE REAL ESTATE INFORMATION SCHOOL Get your license Fast. 300Boone & Charlotte Miscellaneous Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. BUYING OR 1-800-849-0932 SELLING? BANK ON THE Position for Medical JEFFERSON POST Assistant to work with CLASSIFIEDS. mentally and physically by using the Classified Section of ftie newspaper. Give it a try, Call Geraldine at 336^46-7164. The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 330-Pets FOR SALE: 8 Prom Dresses, Sizes 5/6 and 7/8. Short & Long Lengths. $50 to $400. 336-982-9050 days, 336-982-4132 nights. 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Call •HHkY-1:1»Ic?A IM a feisty, normal puppy with lots of energy and 336-384-1047. KITS youth! He is good with Are available at the 2001 Chev Suburban other pets too. Jefferson Post for 4x4, 67K, Loaded, Contact the Alleghany purchase. Each kit Leather, All Options. Animal Shelter in Spar­ includes: 6 Signs Dk Blue, One Owner, ta at 336-372-8744 for 60 Price Stickers Garage Kept. New more info or visit 6 Directional Arrows Michelin tires. $18,000. alleghany.petfinder.com Marking Pen 336-982-2295 Inventory & Tip Sheet. Did you know that if SHOPPING FOR A For only $5.95 each you are giving away 4X4? an animal or item , Keep Checking the YARD SALES you can list it for free Classified Ads. Advertise your yard in the Classifieds. sale in this space. Call 846-7164 for more information 410-Motorcycles / 1 time $9.50 4-Wheelers 2 times $15.00 PLACE YOUR For Sale: 2003 XR 70 DOGS AND CATS Dirtbike. 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Main­ ly in consumers homes or community. Mini­ 290-Horses & Get Amazing Results EEO Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! 70-Travel & Camping HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR I (743-40-1652) Open until filled. FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Work base Alleghany. Duties include: Working with a caseload of adults with severe and persistent mental illness, monitoring, arranging and linking clients to services and completing paperwork. Much of the work will be in the community and clients' homes. Usual schedule: Mon - Fri, 8-5, flexibility required. Minimum require­ ments: Bachelor's degree in human serv­ ice field and two years of related human services counseling/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counsel­ ing/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counsel­ ing/therapy, case management or group work one of which was supervised. Hiring range: $33,564$38,424. Submit state application to: Alleghany Employment Security Commission, PO Box 996, Sparta, NC 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent For Rent: 2 BR House Stop by Hart Power Equipment. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 530-Lots & Acreage APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for renf sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! Warrensville 7 Room Farmhouse, Appliances, Furnished. No smoking/No inside pets. $550 per mo, $550 deposit & references required. 336-384-3913 460-MobiIe Homes for Rent 3BR 2Bath located in Friendship Park, West Jefferson. $535 month, $535 deposit. Will rent to own with $1500 down payment. Call 336-982-5072 after 6pm. 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale For Sale: House, Outbuildings & 26 acres more or less. Call 336-384-3360 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/VI with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 SlNGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. 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Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Daniel Clayton Miller, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 855 Old Cress Road, Salisbury, North Carolina 28147 on or before the 23rd day of May, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate Wilkes Community College Career Counselor For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu SMITHS AEROSPACE IS HIRING! WEST JEFFERSON, NC Level ICNC Machine Operator - Primarily 2nd Shift - Starting pay, no CNC experience is $10.00 hour - Pay Range $10.00 to $13.50 Level II CNC Machine Operator . - Primarily 2nd Shift - Pay Range $14.00 to $18.00 per hour based on experience - 2 years experience minimum - Exotic metal experience required Quality Assurance CMM Operator - 2nd Shift - Prefer previous CMM experience - Precision Meas. experience is required Quality Assurance CMM Programmer - Requires previous experience Programming CMM's - Software is PC DMIS Quality Assurance First Piece Inspection - QA experience required - Precision Measurement experience is required - GD&T and plate layout knowledge is required 2nd Shift Supervisor - Previous Mfg experience required - Must have CNC knowledge • Shift pay for second is .50 per hour. • High school diploma or GED is required. • Apply at local Joblink or ESC office • We're looking for people who want a career, not just a job. • Second shift regular hours are 3:15 pm to 1:45 am Monday through Thursday. • Expect overtime hours. • All hiring is subject to physicals, background checks, and drug tests. • Smiths Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. You may apply at your local ESC office or at the ESC office at 626 Ashe Central School Road, Jefferson, NC 28640 • Phone: (336) 982-4212 �PAGE 7B JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , MARCH 2, 2007 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 16th day of February, 2007. James Jeffery Miller Executor for the estate of Daniel Clayton Miller NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, a Special Elec­ tion will be held in the Town of West Jeffer­ son in Ashe County on Tuesday, March 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. The following proposi­ tions will be submitted to the voters; NOTICE OF WYLENE H.WHITE EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF VIVIAN L. HARTSOE The undersigned, having qualified as Executor of the Estate Of VIVIAN L. HART­ SOE, deceased, of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 10th day of May, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. This the 5th day of February, 2007. Wylene H. White 708 Colonial Drive North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 1.) To permit the oper­ ation of ABC stores. For or Against 2.) To permit the sale of mixed beverages in hotels, restaurants, pri­ vate clubs, community theatres, and conven­ tion centers. For or Against The registration books will close on Friday, February 9th, 2007. No form of absentee voting is allowed in this or future elections for the town of West Jefferson. Persons who are not certain of their registra­ tion status or their pre­ cinct location should contact the County Board of Elections in Jefferson. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 to 12 and 1 to 5. The phone number is 219-2570. Registration facilities and polling places are accessible to the elder­ ly and handicapped. In the case of a voter not being able to enter the polling place, they may vote curbside during the hours that the polls are open. Publication dates: 2-9-07; 2-16-07; 2-23-07; & 3-2-07 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF Bill R. Eggers EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF Mil­ dred Jean Eggers Canvass Day will be held at 11:00 AM in the Ashe County Board of Elections office in Jefferson on Tuesday March 13th, 2007. The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ Dated this the 16th day tor of the Estate of Mil­ of January 2007. dred Jean Eggers, de­ ceased, of Ashe Coun­ Ralph G. Bare, ty, North Carolina, this Chairman is to notify all persons Ashe County Board of having claims against Elections said estate will please make immediate pay­ NOTICE TO CRED­ ment to the under­ ITORS signed. This the 22nd day of Having qualified as ExFebruary 2007 ectrix of the Estate of Shields Harvey Clark, Bill R. Eggers SR, late of Ashe Coun­ 2555 Grassy Creek ty, North Carolina, this Road is to notify all persons Grassy Creek, NC having claims against 28631 said estate to present them to the under­ John T. Kilby signed at 548 Isley KILBY & HURLEY Place, Burlington NC Attorney at Law 27215 on or before the PO Box 24 4th day of June, 2007, West Jefferson, NC or this Notice will be 28694 pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons Publication dates: indebted to the estate 3-2-07; 3-9-07; 3-23-07 will please make imme­ diate payment to the STATE OF undersigned. NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE This the 23rd day of February, 2007. CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutrix of the Estate of Howard Neal Dickson, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the under­ signed Grace Dickson Little, c/o Vannoy & Reeves PLLC, Drawer 67, West Jefferson, NC 28694, on or before the 17th day of May, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate are requested to make im­ mediate payment to the undersigned. This 9th day February, 2007. of Grace Dickson Little WANTED: To Sell Your Old Appliances Elizabeth T. Clarke Executrix for the Estate of Sheilds Harvey Clarke, SR. Have you found an item or pet? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 For the latest local news, subscribe to The Jefferson Post. Call ( ae t e f t 6 tu t f v y v t <zCC i uy t k k k k k k k § k k iiii!i3®s^»g3EEEB®ia& ™ flMTSOT BOOK) Q30H33S A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • P0 Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gift (Subscription for... In Ashe County Name. • $36.00 Address v ,• State A Gift from: Check us out on the web at www.ietanpost.com JoEvelyn at ° 336-846-7164 to list your business in our 1 + \ • $33.00 Out-of-County (All) I • $46.50 Name 846-7164 — today! Jefferson Post JNKi Seniors In Ashe Co. City. Call Geraldine at the v. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: Want to join our health care team? RN's With Sign on Bonus Medical Technologist - PRN position in our Laboratory Department. Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus High Country Employ The Jefferson Post Classifieds Business Services 846-7164 Directory!!! FAST GROWING NEW COMPANY NEEDS RESEARCH ASSISTANT Competitive Salary Shift Differential Year-round position RESEARCHER/INSIDE SALES Must have an Associate or Baccalaureate degree Strong computer and research skills (Mac, Excel, Internet) Articulate, strong writing skills required Degree preferred Salary/Commission + Great Benefits West Jefferson office from an accredited school (Medical Technologist Certificate), current CPR and previous computer experience preferred Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus CRNA Dietitian Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator To apply: Apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital Home Health Program Coordinator or mail your resume to: Fax resume to: 336-246-3978 Or bring resume to Next Safety office at 230 Hice Avenue • West Jefferson, NC We offer an attractive salary/benefits Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, website at: on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org www.wilkesregional.org EOE �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS 250,000 state taxpayers miss out on credit GREENSBORO — The In­ ternal Revenue Service today urged taxpayers to check to see if they qualify for the telephone excise tax refund after more than 250,000 early filers in North Carolina did not request the one-time refund. "In the first release of this year's weekly filing season sta­ tistics, about 28 percent of all North Carolina taxpayers did not request the telephone tax refund. This represents more than 7.5 million dollars in re­ funds not requested," said Mark Hanson, IRS spokesperson for the Carolinas. "Many taxpayers are over­ looking this special refund and the chance to get a bigger re­ fund," said IRS Commissioner Mark W. Everson. "We encour­ age taxpayers to spend a few ex­ tra minutes reviewing their tax return to make sure they are making an accurate request. A little extra time can mean a big­ ger refund check." The government stopped col­ lecting the long-distance excise tax last August after several federal court decisions held that the tax does not apply to long­ distance service as it is billed today. Federal officials also au­ thorized a one-time refund of the federal excise tax collected on service billed during the previous 41 months, stretching from the beginning of March 2003 to the end of July 2006. The tax continues to apply to local-only phone service. To make the refund easier to figure, the government es­ tablished a standard refund amount, based on personal ex­ emptions, ranging from $30 to $60. If taxpayers have phone bills and other records, they can request the actual amount of excise tax paid. Though using the standard amount is option­ al, it is easy to figure and ap­ proximates the eligible amount for most individual taxpayers. Taxpayers only have to fill out one line on their return, and they don't need to present proof to the IRS. Out of the tax returns filed through Feb. 16, more than 10 million taxpayers did not re­ quest the telephone tax refund. And nearly half of those returns — more than 4.8 million — were completed by a tax preparer. In other statistics released today, early filings show e-file returns are up nearly 3 percent and e-filed returns prepared on home computers up 7 percent compared to last year. Through Feb. 16, the average refund is $2,733, nearly $100 above last year. For people requesting the telephone tax refund, it adds $30 to $60 — or even more — onto a refund. The IRS wants to make it as easy as possible for anyone who paid the tax to get this special refund. If you paid the tax and haven't filed yet, here are some tips to help you figure the refund correctly and get it quickly: •File electronically. Elec­ tronic-filing software flags of­ ten overlooked tax breaks and helps you figure them accurate­ ly and report them properly. If you use a professional tax pre­ parer, ask that person to e-file your return. •E-file for free. If your in­ come is $52,000 or less, use the Free File link on IRS.gov to con­ nect to a private-sector compa­ ny offering free e-file services. •Choose direct deposit. Whether you file electronically or on paper, you can get your refund at least a week sooner by having it deposited directly into your checking or savings account. •Consider using the stan­ dard-refund amount for the telephone-tax refund. 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FREE ESTIMATES!! • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing Ail types of repairs and maintenance for 336-385-2346 .Mobile: 336-977-1312; TJ AND K HOME IMPROVEMENT^/ Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 irsf SPACE AVAILABLE ' THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE FOR All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs $50 A MONTH •10 -12 RUNS PER MONTH • PUBLISHED TWICE A WEEK AND IN OUR TOTAL MARKET WEEKLY SHOPPER 336-384-2063 CALL GERALDINE TODAY AT 336-846-7164 . VOVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE, VINTHV i,# m& x. •Sony • Sharp ^Center w I ONLY FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC Mountain to quested. •Do not file duplicate re­ quests. If you file a regular in­ come-tax return,do not file Form 1040EZ-T. Designed exclusively for requesting the telephonetax refund, this simple form is for people who don't need to file a regular income-tax return. If you want to take advantage of the earned income tax credit for low and moderate income work­ ers, the child tax credit or other tax breaks, file a regular return and include your telephone-tax refund request on that return. •Stay away from tax prepar­ ers whofalsely claim that many, if not most, phone customers can get hundreds of dollars or more back under this program. •Use the Telephone Excise Tax Refund section on the front page of IRS.gov. Here, you can download forms, find answers to frequently-asked questions and link to participating Free File partners. ASHE COUNTY ROOFING Total Lawn Care £xcavatinc| & flauling • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More is optional, it is easy to figure and approximates the eligible amount for most individual taxpayers. You only have to fill out one line on your return, and you don't need to present proof to the IRS. The standard amount, ranging from $30 to $60, is based on the number of exemptions you can claim on your return. •If you paid more than the standard amount, you may fig­ ure your refund using the actu­ al amount of tax shown on your phone bills and other records. Base your refund request on the three-percent federal tax paid, not the total phone bill. Do not count tax paid on localonly service. You must have the phone bills or other records ad­ equate to support the amount you are requesting. These docu­ ments should not be sent along with the refund request but should be retained in case the IRS questions the amount re­ 'Pioneer « 607C S. 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Deb HoldcrCaine 336.977 2113 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 °rneS'"Ptor **teat TVf Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience James Ellis - Owner 982-3335 17 years experience ifir M' • Logos A shec«m>> n s Z S i S B S mZ E L is Our Motto! GRAPHIC DESIGN Ft b c £ .^ d a . • Commercial • Residential • Customized Shop located at: Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 [jest zenithJJ£-~- 245 Von Turner Rd. •West Jefferson, NC Prompt Service " JM SALES & SERVICE TV'S & HOME THEATRES A FELL i , V 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units (or On-site Welding "Dependable and Residential Pick-up Service $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick-up Service Available E L C R C A I. E T I < a p ^ • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel DISPOSAL S'ERVICES Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner Free Estimates 35 Years Experience JVC \ jx G R A D I W Boone Grading Co., lnc No Job Too Small or Too Large! ALL TYPES OF GRADING Licensed &Insured FreeEstimates • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman • Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax:828-963-8610 V^Septic Systems • Basements • Footers £ej|. 828-773-6736 RRTVI0 WE LING/C A RPOT RY I..-- O\ WHEELS Tooi.s • Remodel Jobs RJ C VIM •Decks 'Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4352 SleHResfevel< hHBBBH jjjMSMWBy M .JanjjesKfc Joj||pechnesl Referring Travel Agent Wjebsite: &btraveEpTm/srt Email: seek rest («>yahoo.com Phone: 336-977-1317 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2007 PAGE 9B COMMUNITY NEWS Don't get shortchanged on your tax refund y R ° y Cooper N-C. Attorney General Pf cial to the Post . With the April 17 tax dead­ line looming, many of us feel the pressure to get our taxes °ne. Whether you're filing -V°ur tax return yourself or enlisting the help of a com­ mercial tax service make sure you're aware of all your options. We all want a big refund check, but think twice before you opt for that "instant" re­ fund offer and sign up f°r fr> rehmd anticipation l°an (RAL). These enticing deals seem perfect when you're in need of quick cash, but the fees can really add up—and there are other ways to get your refund quickly without paying more. In 2004 more than 400,000 North Carolinians paid an es­ timated $44 million in fees related to RALs, according Post file photo Attorney General R0y Cooper to a study by the Community Reinvestment Association of North Carolina. So don't take that rapid re­ fund check without taking a good hard look at what it re­ ally means and what it could cost you: Accepting that check actually means you're taking out a loan against the refund you expect to get back from the IRS. There's no guaran­ tee that you will get a refund from the IRS, and if the IRS doesn't give you a refund, you'll still have to pay back the loan. • As with any loan you'll also have to pay inter­ est. But with RALs, the in­ terest rate usually is much higher than conventional loans. Some commercial tax services also charge an extra filing fee on the RAL loan. • RALs aren't just available during tax season. Holiday or pay-stub RALs available in November, De­ cember, and January use your pay stub to estimate your re­ fund. These loans are even riskier because the refund amount could be much less than expected and you are still responsible for repay­ ment of the loan. • You don't need an RAL to get your refund quick­ ly. You'll likely get a refund back in as little as one or two weeks if you file your taxes electronically—without hav­ ing to pay a large fee. • Consider free or less expensive ways to file your taxes. Many online tax filing programs provide discounts or are free to use. If you have questions about one of these sites, call the IRS customer service line at 1-800-8291040. • There are additional options for low and middle income consumers who need tax help. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is a na­ tionwide program that gives consumers within certain income brackets free help in submitting their taxes. VITA centers are typically located in town halls or county social service centers; it is a good idea to call first to set up an appointment. To locate the nearest VITA site, contact the IRS at 1-800-829-1040. • You might be entitled to a refund from the IRS even if you don't have to pay taxes. Call the IRS or visit www.irs. gov/eitc to learn more and to see if you qualify for an Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). The EITC is a re­ fundable federal income tax credit for low-income work­ ing individuals and families. During the 2004 tax season an estimated 64% of RAL borrowers in North Carolina were also recipients of the EITC, according to the Com­ munity Reinvestment Asso­ ciation study. Identity thieves and conartists are also busy during tax season. Here are some scams to watch out for: • Identity thieves who may try to steal personal fi­ nancial information included in your tax documents. • Tax services that claim they can resolve prob­ lems with unpaid taxes for cents on the dollar, or figure out a way for you to pay little or no taxes on your income. • Fraudsters who use the lure of phony tax credits, such as "Black Heritage tax credits" or "Native American Reparation tax credits," to try to swindle taxpayers. To check out a potential scam, call my office at 1-8775-NO-SCAM or the IRS. Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and his staff are on the lookout for scams that seek to rob unsuspecting North Caro­ linians. We are here to be of service when you need us, but through consumer education efforts like these columns we hope to help consumers avoid problems from the start. FlyLady says: Let your light shine by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Our success in FLYing comes at the heels of two im­ portant words: Persistence and Consistence. When we look at our own history we see an inconsistency in how we looked at our housework. You know the old story of stash and dash, crisis cleaning and then crash and burn. This left our homes in shambles after a few short days. Then we would beat ourselves up be­ cause of it! I had to deal with this when I made my final at­ tempt at getting organized in 1999. On January 1st, I spent all day looking at why Pam and Peggy's card file system never worked for very long for me. It was not that it was not a good system; it was, but it was how I did it was the problem. I would go gung ho for several days and then run out of steam. Then the guilt would enter into the equation and I would not want to look at the box and stick it under the counter. As I examined why their system only worked for a lit­ tle while; I realized a major factor. I was working too hard and not letting the system to work for me. I had not ever es­ tablished habits. I only let the cards guide me and it didn't matter what order they were in. If getting dressed popped up at 3 in the afternoon that was when I did it, that is so alien to me now. I also had way too many cards. With my perfectionism, I thought if one card was good then a card for everything I do would be much better. Boy was I wrong. That abundance of cards was overwhelming! I would give up! Giving up is our lack of persistence. We do this all the time when we say we don't have time or that is too hard. We just throw in the towel and begin to whine, "that too hard, too many emails or she doesn't understand my situa­ tion is different." We are per­ sistence in one area of our lives; we hate change. If you are not finding success it is because what you have been doing is not working. Doesn't common sense tell you that you have to change something and try again. Thomas Edison through trial and error and persis­ tence eventually discovered the filament that would glow in a glass bulb. Every failure for him was one less thing that he was going to have to try! Failures are a good thing. They teach us what not to do the next time. That is if we don't get hung up in our fail­ ures and beat ourselves up for them. Use them as a learning experience and keep plugging away. Every mistake I have made in my life helps me to grow and become wiser! If I had given up I would not have become FlyLady. If we don't learn from our mistakes we are destined to make the same ones again and again! So looking back on that fate­ ful January 1, 1999,1 realize that I had never established a habit and I had been too hard on myself. That day I deter­ mined that I would be nice to me and practice one habit. Shining my sink was all I had to do for the whole month! Let's just say I was per­ sistent in my quest to get or­ ganized and along with that persistence I used the con­ sistency of doing one thing every day to help me find the peace that I knew was out there! It worked for me and it has worked hundreds of thousands of people as well. When you find something that works you stick with it. We don't try to reinvent the light bulb every time we screw one in a socket; we trust it and don't waste our time trying to improve on it. We are very creative people and we love to do things our way or shall I say try to make better a system. This is when we skip the foundation babysteps. I am giving you a light bulb that works! Trust it and take the first steps of shining your sink and being nice to yourself. As you establish the basic habits you are going to begin to feel your light shin­ ing brightly! With your hab­ its established you are free to follow your dreams and use your creativity in ways that bless you instead of ways to sidetrack you. You can't skip the most important steps of Persistence and Consistency. For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. James 5:16 "Christians Awake" to the Danger of the Evils of Strong Drink! Carry your BIBLE and let us join together to voice our concern and opposition to the March 6 th alcohol referendum vote in the Town of West Jefferson. Let the LOVE of GOD and his POWER show forth in a Prayer March in the Town of West Jefferson on Saturday, March 3rd from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 6:23 Paid for by Concerned Christians of Ashe County i �PAGE 10B FRIDAY, MARCH 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST THE GOLDEN POST Senior Center calendar for March Friday, March 2 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.: Visit with Sen. Steve Goss 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting class with Betty Roten 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30 a.m.-Noon: Red Hill Ramblers 11 a.m.: Grief Counseling with Roger Newton 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, March 5 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 9 a.m.-Noon: Art Display 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Tax Aide 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ed 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Tax Aide 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, March 13 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Floral Arranging 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving Wednesday, March 14 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Tax Aide Thursday, March 15 Tuesday, March 6 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Floral Arranging 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle (new class) 11:45 a.m.: "What you need to know about colorectal cancer" with Mary Caryl Elmore Friday, March 16 Wednesday, March 7 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Tax Aide Noon: AARP meeting (covered dish lunch) 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting with Betty 10 a.m.: St. Patrick's Day project with child day care 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: Grief Counseling with Roger Newton 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Edith and Friends 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 1-3 p.m.: Caregivers Support Group Thursday, March 8 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 8-11 a.m.: Social Security representative 9 a.m.: Senior CNT advisory committee 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle Noon-1 p.m.: Quilt Guild board meeting 1-4 p.m.: Quilt Guild Monday, March 19 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Tax Aide 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Tax Aide Thursday, March 22 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle Friday, March 23 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting with Betty 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 11:30 a.m.: Rose Glen Village retirement facility with Martha 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, March 26 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Tax Aide 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, March 27 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Floral Arranging 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving Wednesday, March 28 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Tax Aide Thursday, March 29 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle Tuesday, March 20 Friday, March 9 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting with Betty 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Music and singing with Bevin South 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Friday, March 30 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Floral Arranging 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting with Betty 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10 a.m.-Noon: "Deaf and Hard of Hearing and Equipment" with Russell 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Wednesday, March 21 Monday, March 12 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Exercise Room, Blood Pressure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab; 10 a.m.-Noon: Rook Games; 10-11:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes. For more information, call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. Registration date approaches for Blue Ridge Senior Games Post Photo by Linda Burchette West Jefferson Wal-Mart Assistant Manager and Good Works Coordinator Sandy Roten, at right, recently presented a check from Wal-Mart for $1,000 to Ashe County Senior Center for the kitchen renovation project. Accepting on behalf of the Ashe Services for Aging Foundation are Senior Center Director Louise Caudill and Foundation Advisory Board Member Dallas Williams. ASA plans kitchen renovation Ashe Services for Aging Foundation kicked off its second annual campaign last fall to raise money for a special need at the senior center. The kitchen and pantry are in need of reno­ vation, new equipment and food items. With the increasing demand for home-delivered and congregate meals in the community, it is essen­ tial that ASA refurbish the kitchen to continue meeting needs. Through its kitchen and pantry, ASA provides a hot, nutritious meal five days a week to 85 elderly, homebound individuals, serves 190 congregate meal partici­ pants with an average daily attendance of 40, distrib­ utes food to over 357 elderly, homebound individuals, and serves 34 children in the Generations Developmental Child Day Care Center and 31 in the Adult Day Health Care Center. Your tax deductible dona­ tion will assist in providing a safe, efficient and costeffective means of promot­ ing wellness through the provision of nutritious food to the community's elder­ ly and disabled adults. For information, call 2462461 or send a check to Ashe Services for Aging Foundation at P.O. Box 9, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Talented athletes and art­ ists ages 55 and up from Ashe, Alleghany and Wilkes counties will compete in the 2007 Blue Ridge Senior Games April 25 through May 18. Winners in these events will go on to com­ pete at the state level in Raleigh. More than 50 sport­ ing events along with the Silver Arts competition are offered by Blue Ridge Senior Games, one of 52 local games events sanc­ tioned by North Carolina Senior Games. The state organization is non-profit and dedicated to providing year-round health promotion and education for adults 55 and up. Senior Games is sponsored state­ wide by the North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services. The state level competition is held each WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 fall in Raleigh and other locations. Local qualifiers in each age and gender catego­ ry are eligible to compete in the state games. Registration forms for Blue Ridge Senior Games are available at Ashe County Senior Center on Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. For information, call Louise Caudill, senior center director, at 246-4347. Deadline to register for the Blue Ridge Senior Games is April 6. Track and bowling events will be held in Ashe County. Seniors age 55 and up are eligible to register, and donations for the pro­ gram are welcome. More information can be obtained by calling Blue Ridge Senior Games Coordinator Angela Williams at 336-667-5281. Daylight Savings Time comes early this year Turn clocks one hour before 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 11th ACCESS THE JEFFERSON POST ON-LINE Step 1 - Go to www.jeffersonpost.cora Step 2 - User name will be the number on your mailing label starting with 0 Step 3 - Password will be your zip code For more information, contact: Circulation Manager • Mvehn Roop at 846-14 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 18 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 20 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-03-2 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/6bbec14a3f0a42bebcb22c81b0659acc.pdf 4029b1c200d18d176ddb369ce59bcfc1 PDF Text Text Tuesday Varsity softball wins two games March 6,2007 page 6 500 Baseball teams top Cardinals Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 6 Tennis team splits matches Volume 82, Issue 19 page 6 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1 Hunt continues for missing man by Jim Thompson Editor A week-long search has failed to find any trace of a missing Crumpler man. On Tuesday, Feb. 27, the Sheriffs Office received a missing person report filed by the family of Jimmy Lee Blevins, 41. When authori­ ties went to his home, located off N.C. 16 in Crumpler, they found a crock pot on and cooking and the lights on. But Blevins was nowhere to be found. According to Det. Peyton Colvard, who is inves­ tigating the case, there was no sign of any disturbance at the home. There was no vehi­ cle at the home, but Colvard US 221 work to start in 2013 by Jim Thompson Editor Construction on a widened U.S. 221 in southern Ashe County will begin in 2013, according to the Transporta­ tion Improvement Program (TIP) adopted last week. As approved by the N.C. Board of Transportation, the overall project to widen U.S. 221 to a divided, four-lane highway is split into five parts. The first part, which includes the road from Deep Gap north to Idlewild Road, is slated to have right-of-way acquisition begin in Fiscal Year (FY) 2011—with a pro­ jected cost of $2.6 million. Construction on this sec­ tion is scheduled to begin in FY 2013. Contracts for such projects typically require completion within three to four years. The second phase of the project will extend the fourlane from Idlewild Road north to the South Fork of the New River (at Twin Bridges). There is funding ($700,000) for right-of-way acquisition in FY 2012. And that is the last part of this project that is fund­ ed. The construction of this second section (estimated cost: $7.1 million) will not begin until after FY 2013. The remaining three parts of the widening have cost esti­ mates, but are not funded in the new TIP. These are: •Section C: North of the South Fork of the New River to south of N.C. 194. Rightof-way: $3 million. Construc­ tion: $24 million. •Section D: South of N.C. 194 to U.S. 221 Bypass. Right-of-way: $2.7 million. Construction: $15.1 million. •Section E: U.S. 221 By­ pass to U.S. 221 Business-N.C. 88 in Jefferson. Right-of-way: $1 million. Construction: $12 million. The total projected cost for the whole Deep Gap-Jef­ ferson widening (including right-of-way acquisition) is $89.35 million. Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffer8onpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com said Blevins did not own a vehicle. The ensuing investigation has determined that Blevins was last seen on the weekend of Feb. 24-25. On Friday,a State Highway Patrol helicopter was called in to assist with the ground search. SBI agents and mem­ bers of New River Fire and Rescue joined in the search. Bloodhounds and cadaver dogs—one specially trained to sniff out corpses—have been on the scene as well, but with no success at press time. The search continued Sun­ day, with a large group of law enforcement and other per­ sonnel combing the Crumpler area, but again without any luck. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Jimmy Lee Blevins should call the Sheriff's Office at 219-2600. Liquor opponents rally Post photo by Linda Burchette A group of about 40 men, women and children, gathering as Concerned Citizens of Ashe County, walked along the streets of West Jefferson Saturday afternoon, singing and praying in peaceful opposition to the ABC referendum taking place today in the town.The referendum offers residents of West Jefferson the opportunity to vote for or against an ABC store and mixed drink sales in the town. The voting site at Ashe County Arts Center is open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Have you seen this man? Name: Jimmy Lee Blevins Age: 41 Height: Five feet, nine inches Weight: Approximately 125 pounds Hair: Brown Eyes: Green Has a distinct red mole above his left eye He has been missing since the weekend of Feb. 24-25. If you have any information, call 336-219-2600 Relay for Life fundraiser set Make plans to attend a funny fundraiser next week­ end and see a sight you're not likely to see any other time...men in dresses. Ashe County Relay for Life is hosting "Who Will Wear the Crown," a womanless beauty pageant to crown Mr. Relay 2007, on Saturday, March 17, at 7 p.m. at West- wood Elementary School au­ ditorium. Tickets for the event are $7 for adults and $4 for children 12 and younger. Advanced tickets can be obtained by calling Mary Jo Black at 219-2727 (days) or 982-9055 (evenings). Proceeds benefit the Relay for Life program to fight cancer. Ashe County's Aging Plan­ ning Project for older adults is underway to help pave the way for a better community for senior residents. The de­ sire is to develop a plan that is useful to the community. Planners want to capture op­ portunities as well as chal­ lenges, focusing on what the community and the individu­ al can do to assist with suc­ cessful aging. With the waves of aging Baby Boomers, coupled with longer life expectancy and immigration, planning is cru­ cial. Also, planners recognize that the aging population is changing. Their hope is that the whole community of Ashe County will come together to build a livable and senior friendly community for all. Planners are at a point in the project of needing to ob­ tain input from the public, especially older adults, about the needs and challenges fac­ ing older adults across Ashe County including health, transportation, housing and safety. They want to hear about possible solutions. As Ashe County undertakes this project, please join them with ideas and enthusiasm. Meetings are being sched­ uled throughout the county to discuss this issue. Currently scheduled meetings include: • Support Service Agencies today (March 6) at Ashe Services for Aging in Heart Auction coming March 7 by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Do your heart good and help others by participating in the annual Heart Auction thip Wednesday, March 7, at Family Central in Jefferson. You can bid on a wide array of items - including original artwork, handmade furniture and a car - and help raise money to fight heart disease. Place the winning bid and drivte away in a dark green 1999 Dodge Neon Highline 4D Sedan, valued at $4,200. It has air conditioning and an automatic transmission, 182,771 miles, and is rated "Clean." This automobile is being donated to the Heart Auction by Heritage Dodge Chrysler Jeep of West Jeffer­ son. The auction begins just after radio station WKSK's Happy Time Show around 9 a.m. and lasts until 4:30 or 5 p.m. Call 982-8000 or come by Family Central to bid on the items. The auction is broad­ cast all day over WKSK as radio personalities talk about the donated items and an- Photo courtesy of Jerry McMillan This 1999 Dodge Neon is being donated by Heritage Dodge Chrysler Jeep to the Heart Auction to help raise money to fight heart disease. Place a bid on Wednesday by calling 9828000 or go by Family Central in Jefferson. nounce bids. Phone lines are provided by Skyline Tele­ phone Membership Corpora­ tion and manned by volun­ teers. An opening bid of $50 has already been received for the first off the line cotton throw created by Buffalo Creek See Auction, page 5 Post photo by Linda Burchette Commission Chairman and planning committee member Richard Blackburn and Ashe Services for Aging Executive Director Jane Banks discuss a planning project to improve life for older residents in the county during the community wide health forum Feb. 21 in West Jefferson. West Jefferson at 8:30 a.m. • Nathans Creek ECA on Wednesday, March 7 • Jefferson ECA Fri­ day, March 9 • Extension Advisory Committee meeting Tuesday, March 20 at the Ashe County USDA Center in Jefferson • Ashe Youth Advisory Committee meeting Tuesday, March 20 • Riverview Commu­ nity Center Thursday, March 22, in Riverview (call Gregg Plott at 384-3391 or Jim Greene at 877-5599) • Mountain Village Apartments Tuesday, March 27, for residents. Notices of additional meetSec Plan, page 5 Planning project to help seniors ACHS chorus seeks help Ashe County High School Chorus needs your help. They are planning a trip to Disney for the 2007 Music Festival March 29 - April 1. Dona­ tions of any amount are welcome. If you would like to help the chorus go to Disney, please contact Chorus Director Andrea Spears at Ashe County High School at 2462400, ext. 124, or send a check to: Ashe County High School, Attn. Andrea Spears - Director, 184 Campus Drive, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Or you may simply drop your donation by the main office at the high school. Oscar winner to air at library The New River Earth Institute will be spon­ soring a free showing of An Inconvenient Truth at Ashe County Library on Saturday, March 31 at 1 p.m. in West Jefferson. There will also be opportunity for discussion as well as sign ups for a brand new four-session Global Warming course they will be offering in the weeks and months to follow. This is a free program, open to the public. For additional information, please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Correction Photos of the annual Heart Breakfast that appeared in the Friday, March 2 edition of the Post were taken by Jerry McMillan, volunteer with the Ashe County Chapter of the American Heart Association. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Austin Seth Ring Indian Trail, N.C. March 8,1985 February 24, 2007 Mr. Austin Seth Ring, 21, of Indian Trail, NC, passed away Saturday, February 24, 2007 as a result of a motor­ cycle accident. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at Hickory Grove Baptist Church, 6050 Hickory Grove Rd., Charlotte, NC 28215. A service to cel­ ebrate Austin's life was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Febru­ ary 28, 2007 at Hickory Grove Baptist Church with The Rev­ Grace Hart Miller Jefferson June 28,1917 February 27, 2007 Mrs. Grace Hart Miller, age 89, of Jefferson, died Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at Margate Health and Re­ hab Center in Jefferson. Funeral services were held on Friday, March 2,2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Chris Goodman and Rev. Dean Shepherd officiating. Ruby Julia Staley Barker Lansing April 28,1927 February 27, 2007 Mrs. Ruby Julia Staley Barker, 79, of 4844 Old High­ way 16, Lansing, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2007, at the home of her son. Mrs. Barker was born April 28, 1927, in Ashe County, daugh­ ter of the late Ed and Sallie Blevins Staley. She was re­ tired from Sprague Electric and a member of Bristol Bap­ tist Church. She is survived by a daugh­ ter and son-in-law, Janice and Melvin Rodgers of Mount Airy; a son and daughter-inlaw, Joe and Brenda Barker of Jefferson; three grandchil­ dren, Justin Rodgers of Fort Myers, Fla., Kelly Barker of Jefferson, and Jodie Lemly and husband, Wilson, of Fleet­ wood; a great granddaughter, Zoey Ruth Lemly of Fleet­ wood; a sister and brother-inlaw, Shirley and Frank Walk­ er of Jefferson; a brother and erend John Harrill officiating. Interment followed at Lakeview Baptist Church Cemetery, Unionville, N.C. Austin was born March 18, 1985 in Watauga Co., NC, the son of Tim and Lori Ring of Indian Trail. He was a mem­ ber of Hickory Grove Baptist Church where he was bap­ tized on Mother's Day of 1995. Austin formed many lasting friendships and he will be re­ membered as someone who never met a stranger. He was a 2003 graduate of Piedmont High School where he was active in sports and fitness and was a member of the Var­ sity Baseball Team. Austin was currently employed as a Mortgage Closer with Deci­ sion One Mortgage Company. In addition to his par­ ents, Austin is survived by his brother, Landon Ring of the home; grandparents, J.C. and Faye Norton of Crumpler, N.C., Jason Ring of Lansing, N.C., and Kyra Beach of Warrensville, N.C.; and by his great grandmother, Colleen Adams of Lansing, N.C. Arrangements by McEwen - Mint Hill Chapel. Cecil Worth Segraves Warrensville May 5,1918 February 25, 2007 Cecil Worth Segraves, age 88 of Warrensville, N.C., died Sunday, February 25, 2007 at the Segraves Care Center. Mr. Segraves was born May 5,1918 in Ashe County to the late Calvin and Annis Woodie Segraves. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, February 27,2007 at the Badger Funer­ al Home Chapel. Rev. Bennie Roten officiated. Burial fol­ lowed in the Waddel-Woodie Cemetery. The family re­ ceived friends from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. prior to the service. Mr. Segraves is survived by his wife, Maggie Brooks Segraves; six sons, John and Roy Segraves both of War­ rensville, N.C., Cecil Segraves of Jefferson, N.C., James Se­ graves of Fleetwood, N.C., Steve Segraves of West Jef­ ferson, N.C. and Roger Seg­ raves of Ennice, N.C.; three daughters, Brenda Simmons of Lansing, N.C., Carol Davis of Deep Gap, N.C. and Particia Blevins of Creston, N.C.; one sister, Martha Hartsoe of Todd, N.C.; 12 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Polly Bard Patrick Billy Byron Owen Mouth of Wilson, Va. November 23, 1923 February 25, 2007 Billy Byron Owen, age 83 of Mouth of Wilson, Va., died Sunday, February 25, 2007 at Margate Health and Reha­ bilitation Center. Mr. Owen was born November 23, 1923 in Ashe County to the late Montie and Cynthea Sturgill Owen. In addition to his par­ ents he was also preceded in death by his wife, Eleanora McFarland Owen, and broth­ ers; Roy, Glenn and Dwayne Owen. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m., Thursday, March 1, 2007 at Sturgills Baptist Church. Rev. Lloyd Day and Rev. Julian Owen officiated. The family received friends from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., Tues­ She is survived by a son, Billy Bradley, of Los Angeles, Crumpler Calif.; two daughters, Debby January 23, 1930 Thompson, of Salt Lake City, February 25, 2007 Mrs. Polly Bard Patrick, Utah and Nancy Reviczky, of age 77, of Crumpler, died Sun­ Los Angeles, Calif.; two step day morning, February 25, sons, Dwight Patrick and Danny Patrick, both of In­ 2007 at her residence. Funeral services were held dianapolis, Ind.; three step on Thursday, March 1,2007 at daughters, Bernandie Cox, 2 p.m. at Welcome Home Bap­ of Indianapolis, Ind., Susie tist Church with Rev. Lonnie Stauffer, of St. Petersburg, Burial followed in the Nella Jones officiating. The family Fla. and Marilyn Clifton, of Cemetery in Lansing. received friends from 6 p.m. Fla.; a sister, Patsy Stewart, The family received friends - 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Febru­ of Crumpler; a brother, Blair from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Thurs­ ary 28, 2007 at Boone Family Bard, of West Jefferson; six day, March 1, 2007 at Boone Funeral Home. grandchildren; three great­ Thomas Winfred Family Funeral Home. Funeral services in Con­ grandchildren; several nieces Edwards Mrs. Miller was born in verse, Indiana were held on and nephews also survive. Sugar Grove, Va. Ashe County on Thursday, Saturday, March 3, 2007 at In lieu of flowers memori­ September 11, 1958 June 28, 1917 to the late 11 a.m. at Larrison-Mar- als may be made to: The Wel­ February 23, 2007 Luke L. (L.L.) Hart and the tin-Duncan Funeral Home. come Home Baptist Church, Mr. Thomas "Tom" Winfred late Mary Anna Wiles Hart. Burial followed in the North 4087 US Hwy. 221 North, Jef­ Edwards, age 48, of Sugar She worked as a Cook in food Fork German Baptist Church ferson, NC 28640. service. You may give the family Grove, VA, formerly of Ashe Cemetery. The family received She is survived by five friends in Converse, Indiana your condolences at our web­ County, died Friday morn­ sons, Ronnie Miller, of Lenoir, on Saturday, one hour prior to site www.boonefuneralhome. ing, February 23, 2007 at Northern Hospital in Surry Rick Miller and Jeff Miller, the funeral service. com. County. both of Jefferson, Terry Mill­ Boone Family Funeral Mrs. Patrick was born in Funeral services were er, of Ohio and Tom Miller, Ashe Gounty on January 23, Home of West Jefferson is of Crumpler; a daughter, 1930 to the late James Edgar in charge of these arrange­ held on Monday, February 26, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Peggy Money, of West Jeffer­ Bard and the late Mahala ments. Family Funeral Home Cha­ son; a brother, Carl Hart, of Mae Bare Bard. pel with Rev. Donald Medley Lansing; four sisters, Ethel officiating. Burial followed in Blevins and Blanche Miller, noke, VA; Dorothy Tomlinson both of Lansing, Betty Rich­ Mattie Ruth Lindamood of Myrtle Beach, ardson, of West Jefferson and Faye Recy Bare Tomlinson SC; and Rodney Tomlinson of Doris Greer, of White Top, VA; Laurel Springs February 1,1920 Ajo, AZ. She is also survived seven grandchildren; several August 16,1918 February 27, 2007 by sister-in-law, Dorothy Tom­ nieces and nephews also sur­ February 27, 2007 Mattie Ruth Tomlinson, linson of Roanoke, VA, six vive. Faye Recy Bare, age 88 formerly of Fleetwood, NC, Memorials may be made died Tuesday, February 27, great nieces, nine great neph­ of Laurel Springs, NC, died ews, a number of great-great to: Nella Cemetery. Tuesday, February 27, 2007 2007 at Surry Community You may give the family Nursing Center in Mt\ Airy, nieces and nephews and one at Segraves Care Center. your condolences ttt our web­ NC after a period of declining great-great-great niece. Mrs. Bare was born August She was predeceased by site www.boonefuneralhome. health. 16, 1918 in Ashe County to one sister, Ruby Tomlinson the late Ed and Charity Cal­ com. She was born February 1, Boone Family Funeral 1920 in West Jefferson, to the Sanches of New York City loway Bare. Home of West Jefferson is late Levi and Delia Church and five brothers; Ralph Tom­ Funeral services were held in charge of these arrange­ Tomlinson. After the death of linson of Fleetwood, Herbert at 8 p.m., Friday, March 2, Tomlinson of Roanoke, VA, 2007 at the Badger Funeral ments. her mother in 1922 she made Edwin Tomlinson of Mer­ Home Chapel. Rev. Clayborn her home with her aunt and ced, CA, Joseph Tomlinson Roten and Rev. Doug Frauncle, Mary Tomlinson and sister-in-law, William "Bill" Mack H. Goodman, on Rail­ of Hyattsville, MD and Wade sier officiated. The family and Faye Staley of Millers road Grade Rd. She then lived Hill Tomlinson of Raleigh, received friends from 6 p.m. Creek; and a special nephew, with her sister-in-law, Virgin­ NC. - 8 p.m. prior to the service. Funeral services will be Burial was held at 11 a.m. Ronnie Walker of Jefferson. ia Winkler Tomlinson until a In addition to her parents, move to Pendry Family Care conducted at 2:00 PM, Sat­ Saturday, March 3rd in the Mrs. Barker was preceded in in Hays, NC. She was a life­ urday, March 3rd at Liberty death by her husband, Lennie long member of Liberty Grove Grove Baptist Church in Barker; and a brother, Samu­ Baptist Church in Fleetwood. Fleetwood with nephew, the Rev. James Anderson offici­ el Staley. She is survived by eight The funeral service was nieces and nephews: Tommi ating. Interment will follow held Friday, March 2, 2007, Kay Tomlinson Nevin of Dan­ in the church cemetery. The at 11 a.m. at Bristol Baptist ville, VA; Patricia Tomlin­ family will receive friends at Church. The service was con­ son Sobey of St. Louis, MO; the church following burial. You may email your condo­ ducted by the Rev. Billy Joe Gaye Tomlinson of Paris, TX, Blevins and the Rev. Bennie Wayne Tomlinson of Potomac, lences to the family through Roten. Burial followed in the MD, Billie Tomlinson Wil­ our website at www.badgerfuScott-Blevins Cemetery. The son of Bethesda, MD; Shir­ neralhome.com. Badger Fu­ family received friends Thurs­ ley Tomlinson Dillon of Roa­ neral Home is in charge of the arrangements. day from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bristol Baptist Church. Flowers will be accepted, You may also view the obituaries online at: or memorials may be made www.jeffersonpost.com to Bristol Baptist Church, c/o Jennifer Walters, 2377 Nettle Knob Road, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or to High Coun­ try Hospice, P.O. Box 421, Jef­ ferson, NC 28640. Moody Funeral Services A Wesl Jefferson, NC Firm Caring lor Our North Carolina People in Mount Airy is serving the Lynn 6. Borciiert, M.D., Medical Director Barker family. Online condo­ lences may be made at moodyWEDNESDAY, MARCH 21ST, 2007 funeralservices.com. 8:00AM - UNTIL Hazel Austin Koontz Koontz and a brother, Robert Glenn Austin. ' Jefferson She is survived by two March 1, 1920 sons, Jack Koontz and wife, February 27, 2007 Mrs. Hazel Austin Koontz, Tommie, of Charlotte and age 87, of Jefferson,died Tues­ Kim Koontz and wife, Lois, day night, February 27, 2007 of Jefferson; two sisters, Al­ ice Lee Lafferty, of Jefferson at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held and Mary Allen, of Jefferson; on Friday, March 2, 2007 at four grandchildren, Jessica 3 p.m. at Jefferson United Koontz, Morgan Koontz, both Methodist Church with Rev. of Jefferson, Cameron Koontz, Dr. Keith Franklin officiat­ of Wilmington, NC and Chris­ ing. Burial followed in the topher Koontz, of Chapel Hill, Ashelawn Memorial Gardens NC; several nieces and neph­ ews. Cemetery. Flowers accepted or memo­ The family received friends from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Friday, rials may be made to: Jeffer­ one hour prior to the funeral son United Methodist Church Building Fund, PO Box 236, service. Mrs. Koontz was born in Jefferson, NC 28640. You may give the family Ashe County on Monday, your condolences at our web­ March 1,1920 to the late Rob­ ert Lee Austin and the late site www.boonefuneralhome. Ola Neal Green Austin. She com. Boone Family Funeral was an Elementary School Home of West Jefferson is Teacher. She was preceded in death in charge of these arrange­ by her husband, Roland ments. J day, February 27th at Badger Funeral Home. Flowers will be appreciated or memori­ als may be made to National Parkinson Foundation, 1501 NW 9th Ave. / Bob Hope Rd., Miami, FL 33136. Mr. Owen is survived by three daughters, Gloria Barcello of New Jersey, Eliza­ beth McCormick and Thelma Campanile both of Pa.; one brother, Joe Owen of Stuart, Va.; two sisters; Martha How­ ell and Mary Graham both of Lansing, N.C.; 13 grandchil­ dren, 26 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and neph­ ews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. the Bethany Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Sunday, February 25, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Edwards was born in Ashe County on Thursday, September 11, 1958 to the late Butler Bruce Edwards and the late Edith Lillian Greer Edwards. He was an Agricultural Farmer. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Bledsoe Edwards; a son, Dustin Shane Edwards, of Sugar Grove, Va.; two daughters, Candace Elaine Edwards and Callie Jane Ed­ wards, both of Sugar Grove, Va.; two sisters, Maureena Denny, of Glendale Springs and Lillian Worley, of West Jefferson; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Roans Creek Primitive Bap­ tist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Bare is survived by five sons, Arvil Bare of Scottsville, Ariz., Bobby Bare and wife Ruth of West Jefferson, N.C., J. C. Bare and wife Donna of Sparta, N.C., Jerry Bare and wife Teresa of Rock Hill, S.C. and Terry Bare and wife Carol of Laurel Springs, N.C.; one daughter, Dorothy Hoppers of Laurel Springs, N.C.; and 9 grandchildren, 12, great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. O iu r h t a mc t n mi m an Taqe 5 and % Tag£ 8 COMPLETE PHYSICALS CAN MISS CANCERS THAT ULTRASOUNDS CAN FIND Someone Special You Know Having a Birthday Show thrn you care with a JEFFERSON POST-IT Note I Call 846-7164 ASHE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITOR'S CENTER 303 E. Second St, Suite B • West Jefferson, NC 10% Discount to Chamber Members Sponsored by: Ashe County Chamber of Commerce FINGER STICK BLOOD SAMPLE FOR: 1. (Fast 12 Hours)Total Cholesterol. HDL. LDL, Triglycerides. Non HDL-C. Cardiovascular Risk Ratio and Glucose (diabetes) ($35) Value S200. TAKE MEDICATION. DRINK WATER. NO COFFEE 2. 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De­ partment of Public Instruc­ tion (DPI), shows that for every class of high schoolers that fails to graduate, the government loses $6.9 billion in public benefits, that would normally result from higher government revenues and lower government spending. Additionally, the benefits of successful graduation are two-and-half times the cost of educating those same stu­ dents. "Drop-outs are a drain on the economies of the state and nation," said Barbara Bradley, President and CEO of ACTION FOR CHILDREN NORTH CAROLINA. "The fact that each student who successfully graduates yields $209,000 in public benefits is a compelling figure. Common sense tells us, and research confirms, that it's impera­ tive to keep our students in the classroom engaged and learning." Research shows that stu­ dents who are suspended are three times more likely to drop out of school than other students. A new report issued by Action for Children North Carolina, entitled Short-term Suspensions; Long-term Con­ sequences; Real Life Solu­ tions, examines the suspen­ sion crisis in North Carolina, noting that the rate of shortterm suspensions in North Carolina is 45 percent higher than the national rate. "Cutting the rate of shortterm suspensions is a cost-ef­ fective and proven solution to combating the fact that 32% of students in our state fail to graduate on time," said Brad­ ley. "We hope that Action for Children's latest report will equip education leaders at the school, community, school dis­ trict, county commission and state levels with tools to im­ prove local and state policies that keep students in school. The result will not only be an improved graduation rate; it will be a better educated, bet­ ter prepared workforce, ready to contribute to society." Short-term Suspensions; Long-term Consequences; Real Life Solutions analyzes three years of DPI school dis­ trict-level data by race and gender while offering con­ crete solutions for reducing short-term suspensions and thus reducing the likelihood of students dropping out of school. Findings include the following: • Many school district sus­ pension policies work to keep far too many children out of the classroom. • There is wide variation in short-term suspension rates by district, by race, and by gender. • School policies result in Asian students being sus­ pended the least often, white and Hispanic students being suspended roughly equally, American Indian students suspended twice as often and black students suspended three times as often as white or Hispanic students. • Suspensions double be­ tween fifth and sixth grade, peaking in ninth grade. • Research-based steps can be taken by schools to reduce the numbers of short-term suspensions, such as using data to drive decisions and accountability, altering class change schedules, imple­ menting Positive Behavioral Supports, creating Ninth Grade Academies, drawing on community supports, link­ ing troubled students with physical and mental health services and other options. (Editor's note: Ashe County has one of the lowest rates of suspensions in the state.) "All children should enjoy the opportunity to receive a sound, basic education," added Bradley. "It is up to education officials across North Carolina to tackle the suspension crisis in our state by applying the tools outlined by Action for Children's re­ port. Doing so will pay off not only for our state's economy, but more importantly, for our children and youth." Short-term Suspensions; Long-term Consequences; Real Life Solutions is avail­ able on Action for Children's website, www.ncchild.org. School district-level data for all 115 school districts in the state are available within the report. Action for Children North Carolina is a leading state­ wide nonprofit organization based in Raleigh. Since its founding in 1983, Action for Children has been the lead­ ing voice for North Carolina's children. Current efforts are focused in four major areas: Child Health and Safety; Early Care and Education; Child Maltreatment; and Juvenile Justice and Delin­ quency Prevention. Action for Children is the KIDS COUNT partner in North Carolina and the state affiliate of the national organization, Voices for America's Children. For more information, visit www. ncchild.org. Dole calls for help in fighting drugs in state WASHINGTON—U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Dole is calling for the conversion of a num­ ber of provisional drug task force offices in North Caroli­ na into High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) of­ fices. These North Carolina offices, which are currently operated by the Drug En­ forcement Administration (DEA) and FBI, would fall under the jurisdiction of the existing HIDTA in Atlanta, thus making North Carolina offices eligible for federal HIDTA funds. In a letter to John P. Wal­ ters, Director of the Office of National Drug Policy, Dole wrote, "No one can dispute that North Carolina has been hit hard by an increase in drug trafficking. According to the most current North Carolina data available from DEA, methamphetamine labs increased from 32 in 2001 to over 300 in 2005, drug arrests by DEA agents nearly doubled from 2003 to 2005, and the state has become a staging and trans­ shipment point for sending cocaine to other areas of the country. All indications are that North Carolina's rapidly growing population will only exacerbate these problems, ELIZABETH DOLE CMMifmtS SOUTH CAROLINA ARMED SERVICES MS IMMRP.N Sstfcwe Oimco OIHOIMI W*aiw«TO<«. DC 20SIC (202! 224-6342 F*x-i?0»l ?«M-t idd BANKING, HOUSING, AMD URBAN AFFAIRS United States Senate WASHINGTON, DC 20510 -3307 SMALL BUSINESS AND ENTHEPRENEURSHIP SPECIAL COMMITTEE ON AGING February 21,2007 The Honorable John P. Walters Director Office of National Drug Control Policy Executive Office of the President Washington. DC 20503 unless steps are taken to in­ crease enforcement efforts." According to North Caro­ lina law enforcement of­ ficials who have contacted Dole, converting the provi­ sional task forces to HIDTA offices would provide greatly needed funding for opera­ tions, administrative sup­ port, computer equipment and officer overtime pay. For example, because provision­ al task force offices do not receive funds for administra­ tive work, agents in North Carolina currently must devote hours that could be used for investigative work to handling administrative duties. "The drug threat in North Carolina is increasingly se­ vere and must be addressed," wrote Dole. "Providing for HIDTA offices in key North Carolina counties would greatly enhance the drug enforcement efforts already taking place in my state." Forest Service building in Easley's budget Represenative Cullie Tarleton has announced that Gov­ ernor Easley's 2007-2009 bud­ get contains funding for a new State Forest Service building for Ashe County. "I met with the Governor's Chief of Staff, Budget Director and the Sec­ retary of Environment and Natural Resources last fall to which will house heavy fire urge them to support my re­ fighting equipment," Tarleton quest to include this building explained. "The County will in the Governor's budget," Tar- provide the land and the State leton said. "We've waited long will build the building. Now, enough. With Ashe County be­ Senator Goss and I have to ing the number one Christmas make sure the money for this tree producing county in the badly needed facility stays in State, we need this building the budget." Dear Director Walters, I understand that the Atlanta HIDTA is considering a proposal to convert existing provisional drug task forces in North Carolina into HIDTA offices, I wish to express my strongest support for this proposal. No one can dispute that North Carolina has been hit hard by an increase in drug trafficking. According to the most current North Carolina data available from DEA, methamphetamine labs increased from 32 in 2001 to over 300 in 2005, drug arrests by DEA agents nearly doubled from 2003 to 2005, and the state has become a staging and transshipment point for sending cocaine to other areas of the country. All indications are that North Carolina's rapidly growing population will only exacerbate these problems, unless steps arc taken to increase enforcement efforts. As you know, increased drug trafficking brings with it a host of other problems. For example, the Chief of Police in Durham has informed me that violent crime in thai city rose more than 30 percent over the last year in large part because of increased drug trafficking to and through North Carolina. Other law enforcement agencies throughout North Carolina could no doubt share similar experiences. My understanding is that DEA recently has completed a new threat assessment of the region that further confirms the devastating effects that drug trafficking is having on North Carolina. Our Medicare Advantage plans won't take a bite out of your wallet! * More coverage than Original Medicare • Health care benefits and Medicare prescription drug coverage in one plan The drug threat in North Carolina is increasingly severe and must be addressed. Providing for HIDTA offices in key North Carolina counties would greatly enhance the drug enforcement efforts already taking place in my state. I therefore ask for your most careful consideration of this proposal. Call Today! 1-800-382-1915 TTY/TDD 1-888-451-9957 7 days a week 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. With my warmest best wishes, cc: cinrnwvuu office; 308 RWJtfi EVANB SmtsT Gwma. NC 271166 12633 329-1063 FAX: (282)339 1097 Ms. Sfterri Strange, Special Agent-in-Charge, Atlanta Field Division, DEA Mr. Jack Killorin, Director, Atlanta HIDTA mWOMHOBUMLl OlFICf. 401 NOHTM MAIN fiimn Sunt 200 ItMrimOMMLU. NC 28292 (H281699-3747 FAX: (9281098 1267 RAMMM Office: 310 New BfiiN A/t-M/l Sum 122 flA4 NC 27001 19191 B9IM630 FAX: 191U) MSB 4053 TouftiK 866 420 0083 REVIVAL continues at ASHE COUNTY WORSHIP CENTER •AlltimmY OFMCt 226 NOKII, MAIM s™*r Sunt 304 Smibbuhy. NC 28144 (704)633-6011 FAX (704) #33-2037 Trill. Fwi 898-426 6084 Wednesday, March 7/11:00 a.m. Fire Mountain 1917 US Hwy 421 Business Wilkesboro (near Walmart) PARTNERS# Medicare 863 Ray Taylor Road • West Jefferson Each night this week at 7:00 PM Pastor Chuck Call will be bringing the message each night. For more information call: 336-846-1189 A sales representative will be present to answer questions and help with applications. There is no obligation to enroll. If you need accommodations for persons with special needs, please let us know. Benefits, premium and/or copayments/coinsurance may change on January 1,2008. Please contact PARTNERS for details. PARTNERS Medicare Choice and PARTNERS Medicare Options are offered by PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc., an HMO with a Medicare contract. PARTNERS does not discriminate based on color, religion, national origin, age, race, gender, disability, handicap, sexual orientation, genetic information, source of payment or health status as defined by CMS. All qualified Medicare beneficiaries may apply. You must be entitled to Medicare Part A and enrolled in Medicare Part B and reside in the CMS-approved service area. You must continue to pay your Medicare Part B premium. TM Mark of PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc. H3449_2603,1/16/2007 H3404_2603,1/16/2007 U4225 1/07 �Public Opinion PAGE 4A TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2007 "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Needed: some leadership ThenewsshotacrossNorth offered its solution. Deputy Carolina last week—as well Minority Leader Sen. Tom it should—that only about Apodaca, R-48, introduced 68 percent of high school a bill to require students freshmen are graduating in in grades K-8 to be tested four years. That means our with nationally developed, educational system appears standardized . tests—not to be losing almost a third ones developed by North of our young people. Ashe Carolina. Testing! More testing! And County, the report stated, fits right in with the state even more testing! It appears that the waters average. That means nearly a third (or some other source) inside of our young people have the Raleigh Beltway affect little economic hope beyond the brains of those who gov­ dead-end, low-paying, ben- ern there, convincing them efitless jobs. That means too that testing is the solution many of them will fit in the to every educational prob­ category "functionally illiter­ lem we have in this state. Democrats and Republicans ate." Now the babblespeak folks alike suffer from this mala­ at Raleigh's Pink Palace dy, and the only cure we can (local slang there for the hope for is the ballot box. Our children do not need home of the N.C. Department of Public Instruction) tell us more tests or better tests. that these figures, compiled They need teachers who are since 2002, do not really not saddled with a state-writ­ mean that 32 percent of the ten curriculum that looks students are dropping out. like an instruction manual Some are, apparently, still for the space shuttle and working towards a diploma, who are treated like profes­ having failed one or more sionals—and paid like them, years of school. If that is the too. They need teachers who case, then the report should are not swamped with paper­ indicate that with adjusted work so they have time to numbers. But that is only a not only instruct but inspire sidelight on the bad news in the children in their classes. It is time for the people this report. Consider these of North Carolina to stop statistics: •36.1 percent of all male trusting the future of our great state to the broken students did not graduate •40 percent of black stu­ tool of the standardized test. We, parents and non-parents dents did not graduate •48.2 percent of Hispanic alike, must demand some real leadership from Raleigh— students did not graduate •44.7 percent of "economi­ along with improved work­ cally disadvantaged" (read: ing conditions for teachers, poor) students did not graduT and relief from the stressful and pointless grind of test­ ate On Thursday, the minor­ ing to which our children are ity party in the N.C. Senate subjected. ,,elk NJ0N-9TOP CELEBRITY COVERAGE FINALLY CAUSED UIMTDCNAR..." P (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster To the Editor: Ashe be proud....of your PEOPLE! Recently I inadver­ tently left my wallet on top of my car. It was found on Three Top Road by J.T.Canter of Ben Bolen Rd. He took it to Jerry Wood at his Creston store to see if he knew the owner. Jer­ ry contacted my mother and the wallet was returned with all money and cards. I doubt I would have seen my wallet again if I had lost it in other places I've lived. One of the main reasons I've chosen to live in Ashe is the people. They are warm, friendly, honest, and go out of their way to help people, ex­ pecting nothing in return. J.T. is a fine example and I sincerely thank him again. Cheryl Haynie Creston hBC TVAAT ^ not ; QUESTION... n Q u u p C\ "THE Letters to Wind energy the Editor To the Editor: At the February 5th Ashe County Commissioners hear­ ing, and again at the Febru­ ary 13th hearing of the North Carolina Utilities Commis­ sion, I drafted a proposal to those political authorities as well as to Dr. Richard Cal­ houn, the founder of North­ west Wind Developers. Since I also addressed the future well being of us the citizens and future generations of Ashe County, it is appropri­ ate that I share this proposal with the public: I wish to express my sup­ port for the issuance of a Cer­ tificate of Convenience and Necessity to Northwest Wind Developers, LLC. Of the many reasons to take advantage of this opportunity to explore Ashe County's abundant natural and renewable wind resource, one; the economy— is critical to all of us who live here. By installing carefully sited windmills, large and small, we would significantly enhance the economic diver­ sity and well being for the widest array of stakeholders. This is true because we have entered an era in which costs of fossil fuels can only go up in contrast to the steadily de­ clining costs of renewable en­ ergy, including wind. My proposal at the Febru­ ary 5th Ashe County Com­ mission hearing to both the commissioners and Dr. Rich­ ard Calhoun, and now to the North Carolina Utilities Com­ mission, is the following: We need to reduce the hys­ teria and get smart by experi­ menting for one year with: 1. One or two utilityscale windmills. Let us care- o-* fully monitor the windmills with regard to: amounts of electricity produced, noise, vibration, visibility, environ­ mental impact assessments, including impacts on domes­ tic animals as well as wildlife, especially migrating bird pop­ ulations etc. All of this should lead us to well studied defini­ tions for appropriate setbacks for utility scale windmills in our mountain setting. 2. Six small-to-moderately sized windmills that individual farmers and landowners in a given ru­ ral neighborhood could run. They could either start to form a local energy coopera­ tive or sell the surplus power to BREMCO. The same care­ ful monitoring of the physi­ cal and environmental effects of these smaller structures should take place throughout this same year. 3. If Dr. Calhoun would fund this two-pronged study, together with appropriate support from private inves­ tors, county, state and federal renewable energy research funds, I am happy to announce that a group of us in the North Fork neighborhood would be happy to help this project in locating the windmills and helping with the monitoring effort. This proposal integrates the three tiers of wind tur­ bine scale that my colleague, Dr. Dennis Scanlin, includes in his suggested ordinance for Ashe County. It is a way for all of us to learn first hand about the benefits and costs of wind power IN the county. We must consider all of our economic stakeholders, mini­ mally including: VOTE • the industrial sector, which, as we learned at our 2005 workshop in Jefferson on retaining and rebuilding industry and manufacturing, it will only happen if industry greens and conserves energy and materials. It is worth noting that General Elec­ tric, which bought out Smith Aerospace (with a plant in Ashe County), is moving rap­ idly into the manufacture of renewable energy engines and other green technologies. We envision a growing syn­ ergy of manufacturing plants producing green products and utilizing utility scale renew­ able wind energy. • the farming, livestock and forest products sector. Ashe County's farmers and woodlot owners desperately need new, stabilizing sources of income and energy savings to pay steadily increasing land taxes and to keep family land in the family; wind en­ ergy could help them do just that. The farming community has a time-honored place in Ashe County history, culture and identity, and I for one will do all that is in my power to keep them here. • the realtor-developer and construction sector. Since they, as a group have ag­ gressively opposed this wind farm proposal, I argue that in contrast to their loud claims about crashing property val­ ues with the advent of wind­ mills on ridges, many retir­ ees know that the time for an energy transformation in our country has arrived. They would prefer to see windmills than experience increased respiratory problems and greater health stresses for our beautiful hardwood for­ ests. I also believe that they would prefer to give our be­ leaguered family farmers and woodlot owners a way of im­ proving their household and farm economies. They do not wish to be part of the reason for the demise of our beauti­ ful farms, so much a part of "the Lost Kingdom's" agrar­ ian past. The newcomers certainly enjoy our current producers of good, fresh, local food. Over the past 15 years, I have taught two generations, almost 1000 students (some from Ashe County), the prin­ ciples and case studies of sus­ tainable development. They and many of the people who move here would love to play a positive role in greening our energy base, and have a much more appreciative aesthetic about the majesty of sleek windmills producing clean, healthy power than the real­ tor-developer & construction lobby will currently admit. My proposal, then, seeks to address a way in which we can all work to maintain a healthy, diverse and sustain­ able economy in Ashe County. If we miss this opportunity, the combined forces of global warming, global peak oil and the paramount necessity to make real gains in energy independence for our nation­ al security will soon ensure that the federal government will step in and restrict our ability to decide how we, at the community level, appro­ priate and use energy. Let us move proactively to safe­ guard a modicum of our own energy independence. Let us also act so that our children and grandchildren will have a base to make democratic input into' their sustainable future. Jeff Boyer Creston, NC Resident & Founder The Goodnight Family Sustainable Development Program Appalachian State University Who did Governor Easley think he was fooling? qq Member: N.C. Press Association Ashe County be proud Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Da in, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. RALEIGH - Who did Gov. Mike Easley think he was kidding? The governor gave his final State of the State ad­ dress to the North Carolina General Assembly on Feb. 19. He made no mention at all of the top two political stories of the year - the Jim Black scandal and the Duke rapecharge fiasco. This was de­ spite the fact that he has at least a peripheral role in each story, in the former case as a political beneficiary of Black's criminal misdeeds and in the latter case as the governor who appointed Mike Nifong as Durham district attorney and then kept silent through the resulting disaster. Easley did manage to include a brief, nebulous reference to ethics in government, but said noth­ ing of substance about what has been done or what should be done. If Easley thought that walking through a pigsty with a clothespin on his nose would make everyone else smell ros­ es, he was seriously deluded. Judging by much of the print and broadcast media coverage, the biggest news of his State of the State address was, in­ deed, his lack of reference to Black. It's pretty much all the speech will be remembered for. Given the contemporane­ ous news reporting that the felonious former speaker was going to p l e a d guilty the next day to addition­ al crimes, the omis­ sion was pointless and un­ forgiv­ able. Though Easley's political skills and history of electoral victories are impressive and undeniable, he has never been good at the formal role of being governor. His prede­ cessors were. Democrat Jim Hunt was loquacious, fully and obviously in charge of his administration, and ubiqui­ tous (to the point of sometimes being a pest). Republican Jim Martin, a former chemistry professor, was diplomatic, forceful, open (he held a weekly, no-holds-barred press conference), and thoughtful (to the point of sometimes let­ ting his speeches shade into lectures). Politically engaged North Carolinians understand the significance of what has trans­ pired in their state over the past few years. The state and federal investigations of Jim Black's political machine are wide-ranging, ongoing, and devastating. His bribery and extortion racket, previously known as a four-term House speakership, has subjected the people of North Carolina to wasteful and abusive gov­ ernment. It has subjected the state of North Carolina to na­ tional opprobrium and ridi­ cule. The existence of Black's criminal enterprise was then critical to the success of Ea­ sley's legislative program, most notably the passage of a state-run lottery in 2005. To pass over all of these events in North Carolina gov­ ernment and politics with­ out any specific reference to Black, or more than a pass­ ing reference to ethics, was a gross error in Easley's part. My guess is that neither Hunt nor Martin would have made it, though it's hard to know for sure because no comparable political scandals occurred on their respective watches (the scandals that did occur involved either lower-level government officials or per­ sonal misbehavior outside of government). Some members of the Gen­ eral Assembly may have been relieved that Easley didn't talk about the scandal as he stood in front of them, and in front of the television cam­ eras. The investigation is far from over, after all, and they might be next in the prosecu­ torial crosshairs. But Easley represents the voters of the entire state, not the ranks of state officials in Raleigh. It was his challenge to express the outrage of his constituen­ cy, to spell out lessons for pub­ lic servants to take to heart, and to propose any additional rules or policy changes that might address the abuse of power in state government. Apparently, Easley was not up to the challenge. Instead, he entered a build­ ing with a Black cloud hang­ ing overhead and pretended it was sunny. He talked tax­ es, education, and giveaway programs. My purpose today is not to criticize his policy agenda - that time will come - but to argue that even if his policy agenda had been my own, I would still have seen his omissions and evasions as ill-advised and irresponsible. The speech wasn't leader­ ship. It wasn't even in the sat­ ellite parking lot of the lead­ ership terminal. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT WCC's Ashe Campus wins state award RALEIGH—The Frank B. Turner Award was present­ ed to a career state employ­ ee and Certificates of Merit were awarded to designers and contractors last month during the 26th annual State Construction Conference at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh. The event, which attracted more than 1,100 contractors, subcontractors, engineers, architects, land­ scape architects and repre­ sentatives of state agencies, was presented by the State Construction Office (SCO) of the N.C. Department of Ad­ ministration. The Turner Award was presented to William "Bill" Davis, assistant director of Obituaries Lottie Leona H. Dickerson Kingsport, Tenn. Died March 1, 2007 Lottie Leona H. Dickerson, formerly of West Jefferson, N.C., went to be with the Lord at her home in Kingsport, Tenn., Thursday, March 1, 2007. Mrs. Dickerson lived with her daughter, Lorna Henard, and her husband, Robert He­ nard for the past fourteen years. Her husband, Richard Dickerson, and three broth­ ers preceded her in death. In addition to her daugh­ ter, Lorna is survived by her daughter, Linda Dickerson of Fla.; her son, David Dick­ erson, of Anchorage, Ala.; her Allen Claude Hart Laurel Springs April 29,1930 March 1, 2007 Allen Claude Hart, age 76, of Laurel Springs, died Thurs­ day, March 1,2007 at Johnson City Medical Center. Funeral services were held on Sunday, March 4, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Viers and Rev. Lloyd Day offi­ ciating. Burial followed in the Transou United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2007 at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home. Mr. Hart was born in Ashe Dora Miller Lansing November 29, 1932 March 1, 2007 Dora Miller, age 74 of Lansing, NC, died Thursday, March 1, 2007 at her home. Mrs. Miller was born Novem­ ber 29, 1932 in Ashe County to the late James and Girtie Ham. She enjoyed quilting, can­ ning and crossword puzzles. She was a member of Apple Grove Baptist Church. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 3, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Minister Dan­ ny Miller and Jamie Denny officiated. Burial followed in the Pennington Cemetery. The family received friends from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service. Flowers will be ap­ preciated or memorials may be made to the Pennington Cemetery Fund, do Doug brother, Daniel Houck and wife Nancy, of West Jefferson; three sisters-in-law, Norma Hauck, King George, Va.; Dicie Houck, West Jefferson; Jean Houck, West Jefferson; and several nieces and neph­ ews. Calling hours were 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday at HamlettDobson Funeral Home King­ sport. Services were 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Pastor Jon Rogers offici­ ating. Entombment will follow at Oak Hill Mausoleum. Please visit www.hamlettdobson.com to leave con­ dolences. Hamlett-Dobson, Kingsport is serving the Dick­ erson family. County on April 29, 1930 to the late Fred Hart and the late Lillian Long Hart. He was a Supervisor for the North Carolina Department of Transportation. He is survived by his wife, Louise Day Hart; two sons, David Hart, of West Jef­ ferson and Danny Hart, of Myrtle Beach, SC; a daugh­ ter, Cathy Pierce, of West Jef­ ferson; two brothers, Junior Hart and Paul Hart, both of Laurel Springs; two sisters, Sybil Bare, of Laurel Springs and Maxine Pickett, of Elkin; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and sev­ eral nieces and nephews also survive. The family will be at the residence of Cathy and Vel Pierce,1129 Mount Jefferson Road, West Jefferson. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Parsons, 2133 Rip Shin Rd., Lansing, NC 28643. Mrs. Miller is survived by: her husband, Earnest Miller; two sons, Robert Miller and Doug Parsons, both of Lan­ sing, NC; four daughters, Betty Roten of Wilkesboro, NC, Dorothy Ham of Lansing, NC, Judy Miller of Jefferson, NC and Mary Miller of West Jefferson, NC; one brother, Howard Ham of Fleetwood, NC; five sisters, Hazel Immel, Kathleen Downer, and Geraldine Zigler all of Penn­ sylvania, Madeline Roupe of Concord, NC and Violet Wildman of Tennessee; sev­ en grandchildren, 10 great­ grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. the SCO Design Review Section. Given annually since 1983, it recognizes a state government employee for dedicated public service and outstanding profession­ al contributions to the built environment. One of 12 can­ didates considered for the honor, Davis has worked at the SCO since 1982. The following designers and contractors received Certificates of Merit from the State Building Com­ mission for outstanding achievement: •Residence Halls 1 and 2, N.C. Central University Sears Hackney Keener & Williams Inc. of Cary, de­ signer Stanford White Associates of Raleigh, designer C.T. Wilson Construction Co. Inc. of Durham, contrac­ tor •Mold remediation at the Executive Mansion Sears Hackney Keener & Williams Inc. of Cary, de­ signer Stanford White Associates of Raleigh, designer C.T. Wilson Construction Co. Inc. of Durham, contrac­ tor •Governor James. G. Mar­ tin Building, State Fair­ grounds HH Architecture of Raleigh, designer MLB Construction Services of Apex, contractor •Withers Hall Renovation, N.C. State University New Atlantic Contracting Inc. of Winston-Salem, con­ tractor Enpuricon Inc. of Apex, con­ tractor •Cates Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation and Dan Al­ len Drive Resurfacing Proj­ ect, N.C. State University Raleigh Paving of Raleigh, contractor •Ashe Center Addition, Wilkes Community Col­ lege Magnolia Construction of Winston-Salem, con­ tractor. Irish Surnames 1. Murphy 2. Kelly 3. O'Sullivan 4. Walsh 3. Smith 6. O'Brien 7. Byrne 8. Ryan 9. O'Connor? 10. O'Neill1 © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved Plan continued from front page ings will be announced as they are scheduled. Fire de­ partments will be scheduling meetings along with church­ es and other groups as well. Please make plans to attend one of these meetings or con­ tact a member of the Ashe County Aging Plan Commit­ tee to let your voice be heard. For more information on the project and meetings and sur­ vey forms, call Jane Banks at 246-2461. Members of the Ashe County Aging Plan Com­ mittee include: Jane Banks, Anita Davie, Clara Miller, Gregg Plott, Dana Tugman, Gary Barber, Jim Greene, Pat Mitchell, Carolyn Shepherd, Richard Blackburn, Nancy Kautz, Judy Poe, and Stephen Shoemaker. Information gained from community meetings, focus groups, and surveys will be used by the planning com­ mittee to develop a plan to address the needs identified. The plan will be implemented in phases with two or three needs or objectives addressed at a time. Auction Grading C>, All Types of Grading Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & Insured Free Estimates No job too small or too lctrge! Contact Robert Holrnan continued from front page Weavers from a Stephen Shoemaker print featuring the Virginia Creeper train in downtown Lansing. The win­ ning bidder will also receive a signed card from the artist. Shoemaker and fellow artist R.T. Morgan have do­ nated works of art for the auction including an original oil painting entitled "Georgia Path" from Morgan and prints of Shoemaker's latest paint­ ing of the Virginia Creeper at "New River Crossing." Other items at the auction will include handmade furni­ ture, appliances, jewelry, com­ puter equipment, fireproof safe, office chairs, therapeu­ tic pillows, garden statues, children's furniture, and cer­ tificates for food, restaurants, personal care services, auto care services, lab work at Ashe Memorial Hospital, golf­ ing, and much more. There will be a sale of baked goods and anyone wishing to donate items should bring them to Family Central's caf­ eteria area early Wednesday. Folks may also call in dona­ tions or memorials in honor of loved ones. Volunteers for the Heart Auction are asked to be on site by 8:15 a.m. Wednesday to get their assignments. Items are still being col­ lected for the auction, and anyone wishing to donate or volunteer can call and leave a message with Jerry McMil­ lan at 846-2821, Jeff Sheets at 246-5566, or Sandy Shatley at Carolina Printing at 846-7444. Auction volunteers will be on site today, March 6, for items to be dropped off Office • (828)963-4069 Cell* (828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-86 lO and the day after, March 8, between 9 and 11:30 a.m. for bid winners to pick up their items. Oil (Tlnuih JJ( Srrorri t/e ftunilij of Gla jffae ffoodman ff/*eer Thank you so much for each act of kindness shown to our Mother. Our special thanks to the staff of Margate Health & Rehab Center for their kind and compassionate care. Thanks to Boone Family Funeral Home and staff for their kind and thoughtful attention to the family and every detail of the service; to Rev. Charles Edwards and Rev. Bill Burchette for their words of comfort; to Mrs. Mary Ellen Eaton and Mrs. Bevin South for the beautiful music; and to Jefferson Florist for the beautiful flowers. Special thanks to Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church for the delicious meal prepared for the family; to those who sent memorials, cards, food and for your calls and prayers. GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU MELVILLE GREER, JR. (JUNIOR) AND FAMILY • JUDY G. TISDALE AND FAMILY JACK GOODMAN AND FAMILY • REHEKAII MELBA BADGER AND FAMILY Publishing Position — Sales and Marketing McFarland 8c Company, Inc., Publishers, Jefferson, North Carolina. This fiilltime job requires a bright outgoing person with excellent skills in per­ sonal, telephone and written communication, who should also be very comfortable with computers. A two-year degree (any subject) would be a plus. Testing is required. McFarland is an international reference and scholarly book publisher. Benefits include two weeks' paid vacation (stepped up with longevity), standard holidays, a retirement plan, an insurance package that includes medical and dental as well as short and long term disability along with long term care, maternity/paternity leaves, a subsidized lunch program and other benefits. There is an annual review for raises and bonuses. Competitive pay will be negotiated based on qualifications. Apply by March 9,2007, at the Employment Security Commission only on't Worry. We'll Always Be Here. Since 1957 the Boone Family has served Ashe County families. This is a heritage we are very proud of. In this day of corporate owned and operated funeral homes, the commitment and caring that comes with locally ownedfamily ownership is getting harder to find. Our family is here for the families we serve and this community. A great deal of attention and detail has gone into our services and facilities to ensure that they meet each and every need. Home-like atmosphere, soothing furnishings, and caring staff are all part of our promise. Pre-need, at-need, after care, whatever you are looking for, we'll always be here. Always have been, always will be. v- BOONE FAMILY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES Place: Family Central, Jefferson, NC 2005 Mt. Jefferson Rd. • West Jefferson (336) 846-7979 (located on Ashe Central School Rd) For more information call The Shepherd StafT at 336-846-7964 David Boone (sewed) - President/Owner J.D. Boone - Funeral Director �PAGE 6 TUESDAY, MARCH J •pori E-mail Tuesday - March 6 Wednesday - March 6 Var Soccer Away at East Wilkes 6 p.m. JV/Var Baseball Away at Alleghany 4/ 7 p.m. JV/Var Softball Away Friday - March 8 at Watauga 4:30/6:30 p.m. JV/Var Baseball Away at Wilkes Central 4:30/7:30 p.m. Men's Tennis Away at Elkin 4:30 p.m. Var Soccer Away at Mitchell 5:00 p.m. us: Mgraybeal@'JeffersonPost.co This week in Husky sports Softball team defeats Alleghany twice by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter able to close the game with a shutout and only allowing one hit and striking out five Trojans. During Yearick's shutout, the Huskies were able to secure the win by scoring two more runs with RBIs by Cori Revis and Brittany Roten. The Huskies concluded the game with the 3-1 victory over the Alleghany Trojans to claim a 1-0 record early in the season. The two teams met again on the following day, Wednesday, when the Trojans went on the road this time and traveled into "Husky Country" and the Huskies once again claimed the victory. The Huskies were able to easily defeat the The Varsity Lady Huskies Softball team opened their season this past week by traveling to Alleghany to face the Trojans on Tuesday. The Huskies then played host to the Trojans on Wednesday when Alleghany traveled to Ashe County for another match-up. The Huskies claimed victories in both games by defeating the Trojans 3-1. The Huskies claimed another victory on Wednesday when the Trojans came into "Husky Country" and the Huskies defeated the Trojans 10-0. When the Huskies traveled to Alleghany on Tuesday, the Huskies were unable to create any offensive productivity until the third inning. Danielle Wood was able to get on base with a single and Brittany Parsons was able to drive Wood in for the Huskies first run of the game. Despite driving Wood in, Parsons was unable to score and the Trojans were able to escape the inning with only a onerun deficit. At the end of the third inning, the Huskies switched pitchers and relieved Cori Revis after only allowing the Trojans three hits in three innings. The Trojans were Photo by Michael Graybeal able to score a run against Kendra Blevins is watching the ball come to the plate prior Revis, and the Huskies entered Kendra Yearick in as to hitting a triple during the Lady Huskies victory over Al­ the new pitcher. Yearick was leghany laset Wednesday evening. Trojans and won by a final score of 10-0. The Lady Huskies jumped out to an early 6-0 lead at the conclusion of the first inning. Danielle Wood and Brittany Parsons got on base with the Huskies' first two batters to set up a double RBI triple for Kendra Blevins. Tiffany Jones then batted Blevins in, and the Trojans then walked Kendra Yearick, and Larken Mikeal stepped up and hit a double. Whitney Spagnolo also got on base for the Huskies, and the Huskies ended the inning with six runs on five hits, and stranded one runner on base. The Huskies held the Trojans offense to no runs again in the second inning, but the Huskies also could not produce any offense either. The third inning was a repeat offensively for the Trojans with the Huskies shutting out the Trojans again. The Huskies offense was kicked into gear again during the bottom of the third inning. Kendra Yearick led off for the Huskies with being awarded a trip to first base with a walk. Brittany Roten followed with a single, and Whitney Spagnolo was also able to get on base. Yearick and Roten were able to score prior to the Trojans recording the third out of the inning, and the Huskies claimed an 8-0 lead heading into the top of the fourth inning. Kendra Yearick and the Huskies defense again held the Trojans scoreless and when the Huskies offense entered into the dugout to prepare for the bottom of the fifth inning, they needed 10-run margin following the fifth inning. Kendra Yearick pitched all five innings for the Huskies and she only gave up three hits, and recorded five strikeouts. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kendra Yearick delivers a strike on her way to a shutout dur­ ing the Huskies 10-0 win over the Trojans. a mere two runs to conclude the game. The Huskies responded and Kendra Blevins and Tiffany Jones each scored a run off of hits by Yearick and Cori Revis. The' two runs gave the Huskies a team total of 10 runs and the game was called due to a The 10-0 victory gave the Huskies a 2-0 record for the season. The Huskies will return to action this evening when they travel to Watauga to face the Pioneers. The JV game is scheduled to start at 4:30 p.m. with the Varsity following afterwards. Baseball teams dominate against Cardinals by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Huskies baseball team traveled to East Wilkes on Friday evening for their second game of the season, and faced the East Wilkes Cardinals. The varsity men walked away with a 14-5 victory over the Cardinals, and the JV Huskies claimed the 14-5 victory also. The JV Huskies took the field first, and the Huskies quickly took a 3-0 lead. Orrin Shatley and Andrew Sexton got on base for the Huskies to set up a three run home-run by Ben Warner to give the Huskies a 3-0 lead at the end of the first inning. In the top of the second inning, Jonathan Elledge and Orrin Shatley got on base to set up a two-run single by Andrew Sexton, and Sexton later on scored to give the Huskies a 6-0 lead. Neither team could create any offense during the third inning, and the teams headed into the fourth inning with the Huskies still winning 6-0. In the fourth inning, Ben Warner was able to get on second base with a double which set up the two-run home run by Ethan Wyatt. Michael Day also got on base and was able to score due to an error by the Cardinals to take the score to 9-0 heading into the bottom.of the fourth. The Huskies defense again held the Cardinals scoreless in the fourth quarter, which left the Huskies one run shy of concluding the game in the fifth inning due to the ten-run lead rule. The Huskies were able to score two runs whey Ethan Wyatt drove in Andrew Sexton, and Jonathan Elledge then drove in Wyatt to give the Huskies a 11-0 lead heading into the bottom of the fifth inning. If the Huskies held the Cardinals to only one run in the inning, the game would be concluded. The Huskies were not able to contain the Cardinals, as they were able to score three runs, which permitted the game to continue. The Huskies were determined to end the game in the sixth inningand started by swinging their bats in the top of the sixth inning.Andrew Sexton singled in Ethan Wyatt and Jonathan Elledge, then Ben Warner drove in Sexton to give the Huskies a 14-3 lead in the middle of the sixth. The Cardinals once again responded as they drove in two runs to cut the a double. Following a bunt Huskies' lead to nine runs, by Dustin Absher, Dotson 14-5 heading into the seventh was advanced to third and a inning. single by Kyle Guyton drove The seventh inning Dotson in to give the Huskies concluded the game as neither a 1-0 lead at the middle of the team was able to score and second inning. The Huskies' the Huskies claimed the 14-5 defense again prevented victory. the Cardinals from getting The Huskies pitching for on base with a strikeout by the game was led by Andrew Brandon Miller, and then Sexton who pitched 4 2/3 two ground balls, which innings. Ethan Wyatt relieved were converted into outs to Sexton and remained on the conclude the inning with the mound for 2 1/3 innings. Cory Huskies winning 1-0. Roten was called into close The third inning featured for the Huskies and claimed the Huskies dominating on the save. offense. The inning opened Following the JV game, the up with Jake Miller hitting varsity teams took the field a single and a ground ball by in preparation of their game. Keaton Mash advanced Miller The Huskies headed into the to third base. Darron Dotson game following a mammoth came up to bat and drove 18-0 victory over Mt. Airy Miller in with a single RBI. last Tuesday and the team Cory Roten was substituted as responded with a victory over a pinch runner for Dotson and the East Wilkes Cardinals by Dustin Absher was awarded their third out on the Huskies on the following batter, and the Huskies claimed a 5-0 lead in the middle of the third inning. The bottom of the inning was a perfect inning for the Huskies. Following the excellent offensive portion of the inning, Brandon Miller was still on the pitcher's mound for the Huskies and quickly retired the Cardinals' side with three strike outs to allow the Huskies to head into the fourth inning with the 5-0 lead. Philip Walter opened up the inning by leading off for the Huskies, but was thrown out at first following a ground ball. Jake Miller was the following batter for the Huskies and a final score of 14-5. The game opened up with the Huskies not being able to get on base in the first inning. When the Huskies took the field in the bottom of the first, the Cardinals repeated the Huskies success at batting. The Huskies benefited from two strikeouts by junior pitcher, Brandon Miller and the Huskies headed into the dugout after only seeing three Cardinals' batters. The Huskies offense was able to get rolling when Daron Dotson led off the inning with a free trip to first on balls. Kyle Guyton was the Husky on deck and his single drove in Roten and Absher. Josh Ferguson kept the Huskies' run going with a single, which advanced Guyton to second base. Luke Dotson batted next for the Huskies, and following an infield sacrifice, Ferguson and Guyton advanced to second and third base. Brandon Miller was up next for the Huskies and he placed a perfect bunt down the baseline to allow Guyton to score. The Cardinals got were able to conclude the inning still possessing the lead, 6-2. The fifth inning was another offensive success for the. Huskies. The Huskies immediately attacked when Kyle Guyton led off with a single and Josh Ferguson was walked to put Husky runners on first and second base with no outs. A single by Luke Dotson loaded the bases for the Huskies, and then Brandon Miller drew a walk to allow Guyton to score. Philip Walter was able to drive in Ferguson for another Husky run with his single, and then the Huskies claimed another run when Jake Miller was walked. Keaton Mash See Baseball, page 7 Tennis splits matches by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Photo by Michael Graybeal Jake Miller steps into a swing during the Huskies 14-5 vic­ tory over the East Wilkes Cardinals Friday night. he hit a double, and was able to advance to third with a stolen base to set up the RBI single for Keaton Mash. Mash was left straiided ori base when the two fallowing Huskies were thrown out at first and struck out. The Huskies had increased their lead to 6-0 when the Huskies trotted out on the field for the bottom of the fourth inning. The Cardinals were able to end their scoreless streak when two batters got on base with singles. A double for the Cardinals drove in one run and left two in scoring position of second and third base. A single by the following batter allowed the Cardinals to score their second run of the game and the Huskies On Wednesday, February 21, the Husky Men's Tennis team traveled to Ronda to compete with the East Wilkes Cardinals. The Huskies returned home with a 6-3 victory over the Cardinals. The teams were evenly matched with the Huskies and Cardinals each claiming three victories during the singles matches, but the Huskies downed the Cardinals by sweeping all three doubles matches. In singles competition, Aaron Jones (#2 seed), Will Krider (#3 seed), and Chris Lyall (#5 seed) claimed victories for the Huskies. Aaron Jones defeated Alex Johnson eight games to one, Will Krider defeated Ryan Collins, nine games to seven, and Chris Lyall defeated Chris Carter, eight games to three. Jake Giles, Ricky Pelton, and Chase Smith had a tougher time with the Cardinals in singles competition. Jake Giles (#1 seed) lost a close match to his opponent, eight games to six. Ricky Pelton (#4 seed) also lost a close match, eight games to six, and Chase Smith (#6 seed) struggled with his opponent and lost eight games to four. In doubles competition, the Huskies claimed three matches over the Cardinals. Jake Giles and Aaron Jones defeated their opponents eleven games to nine, Will Krider and Ricky Pelton defeated their opponents ten games to six, and Chris Lyall and Chase Smith claimed the ten games to two victory to give the Huskies their sixth victory of the match. In exhibition singles, the Huskies claimed three victories when Anand Patel won eight games to three, Alex Graybeal won eight games to none, and Alex Wolfe won eight games to none. Coach Logan Freeman commented on his team's performance at East Wilkes by stating: "With just two days on the court prior to the scrimmage due to inclement weather, the guys played ok. But we have a lot of improvement to make before the conference season begins in three weeks." The Huskies opened up their regular season play last Tuesday when the team traveled to Watauga High School to facethePioneers.The Huskies had a more difficult time with the Pioneers than they did with the Cardinals as they lost nine matches to zero. This was the first ever meeting between the two schools in men's tennis and Coach Freeman elaborated on the match by commenting: "Watauga is traditionally one of the best 4-A teams in the state. That is why we played them. You get better by playing good, competition. I was very pleased with our guys. Most of the matches were very competitive." In singles action, Aaron Jones (#1 seed) lost to Graham Battle, 6-0 and 6-0 and Will Krider (#2 seed ) lost to Will Barbour 6-1, 6-3. The next match was a more evenly matched pairing between the team's #3 seeds, Ricky Pelton for Ashe and Jeff Geldmeir for Watauga. Geldmeir claimed the first game, 63. Pelton fought back in the second game and claimed the 6-3 victory to force a tiebreaker. In the tiebreaker, Geldmeir was able to squeeze by Pelton with a 10-7 victory. Chris Lyall (#4 seed) lost to Beau Wilson 6-4, 6-1, Chase Smith (#5 seed) lost to Bryan Geldmeir 6-4, 6-1, and Anand Patel (#6 seed) rounded out the singles competition with a 6-1, 6-0 loss to Preston Sturgill. In doubles competition, the Huskies were unable to claim any victories. Aaron Jones and Jake Giles faced Graham Battle and Beau Wilson from Watauga. The Pioneers' pair was able to claim the victory by a score of 8-4. Will Krider and Ricky Pelton were the Huskies second pairing and they faced Will Barbour and Bryan Geldmeir from Watauga. The Pioneers' pair was able to claim another victory by a score of 8-5. The final doubles match feature Chris Lyalls and Chase Smith for the Huskies against Jeff Geldmeir and Preston Sturgill for the Pioneers. The Pioneers were able to claim their ninth victory of the match with the 8-3 victory over the Huskies pair. The Huskies' Men's Tennis team returns to action tonight when they travel to Elkin High School for a nonconference match starting at 4:30 p.m. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS JV Softball at Alleghany JV Softball Home vs Alleghany February 27, 2007 February 28, 2007 Inning Ashe County Alleghany 1 Final 10 17 0 18 Ashe Pitchers: Matheson- 1 inn, 0 hits, 2 walks, 0 runs Morton- 4 inn, 7 hits, 10 walks, 4 strike outs, 18 runs Catcher: Dunne Alleg. Pitchers: Todd- 3 1/3 inn, 11 hits, 2 walks, 15 runs Nilo- 1 2/3 inn, 2 hits, 3 walks, 3 strike outs,2 runs Catcher: Tucker Winner: Nilo Hitting Ashe County: Alleghany: Ashe County Alleghany Inning Alleghany Ashe County 1 0 2 2 1 0 Ashe Pitchers: 3 0 0 4 0 2 Loss: Morton 0 1 0 4 Catcher: Dunne Alleghany Pitchers: Wooten- 6 1/3 inn, 10 hits, 5 runs, 2 walks, 6 strike outs Hitting Ashe County: Alleghany: Mathis- 2/3, 1 run, 1 RBI, 1 walk Ring- 2/4, 1 RBI continued from page 6 Bowling League Results From 2/20/2007 Week 23 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) New River Archery, 75, 17 2) Mike's Mufflers, 68, 24 3) W.J. Chevrolet, 58, 34 4) VA. Carolina Cone, 56.5, 35.5 5) State Dry wall, 51, 41 6) Mixed Attitudes, 49, 43 7) T&L Construction, 45.5, 46.5 8) The Powerstroke, 45, 47 9) Little's Health, 42, 50 10) Beaver Creek Gro., 26, 66 11) Winner's Circle, 17, 75 12) M&D Family Rolle., 16, 76 Women Top Scores Scratch Game Debbie Tedder 194 Penny Daniels 164 Cindy Malafronti 164 Scratch Series Debbie Tedder 483 Cindy Malafronti 450 Penny Daniels 441 Handicap Game Debbie Tedder 236 Penny Daniels 214 Angie Malafronti 204 Handicap Series Debbie Tedder 609 Penny Daniels 591 Hazel Price 575 Individual High Averages- Women Cindy Malafronti 153.24 Iva Miller 152.79 Jean Malafronti 145.93 From 2/15/2007 Week 22 of 32 Loss: Wooten Morton- 2/4, 1 run, 1 RBI Elliott- 1/3, 1 run Farmer- 2/2, 1 run, 1 walk Clark- 2/3, 1 run, 1 RBI Baseball kept the Huskies streak alive when he drew the fourth walk of the inning for the Huskies to load the bases with two outs. Darron Dotson was able to increase the Huskies score by another run with his single RBI. The Cardinals then got their second and third out on the Huskies to allow the teams to head into the middle of the fifth inning with the Huskies winning 10-2. The Cardinals were determined to put some runs on the board for themselves, but were shot down quickly. Brandon Miller continued his impressive pitching performance when he struck out the first Cardinals batter and then snagged a crisp ground ball up the middle to throw out the runner at first base. The following Cardinals was able to get on first with a single and then the Cardinals claimed two runs with a monster hit that cleared the center field fence for the two run home run to bring the score to 10-4. Miller was not frustrated and he responded admirably by striking out the following Cardinals batter to end the fifth inning. The Huskies continued their offensive domination in the sixth inning. Kyle Guyton opened up the inning by crushing a pitch to deep leftcenter field for a home run for the Huskies. Josh Ferguson followed with a deep shot to left field that stayed in play for a double.A single by David Marino allowed Ferguson to advance to third base and eventually score when Marino sacrificed an out to permit Ferguson to score. Brandon Miller added to the Cardinals punishment with a double and a ground ball by Philip Walter allowed Miller to advance to third base. Jake Miller was able to drive Brandon in with a single to give the Huskies their third run of the inning. At the middle of the inning, the Huskies entered Luke Dotson into the pitching position to relieve Brandon Miller following a spectacular five innings. Dotson immediately made his presence known by forcing the Cardinals into two infield outs and struck out the third Cardinals batter to conclude the sixth inning with the Huskies winning 13-4. The seventh and final inning opened up with Darron Dotson hitting a single for the Huskies. Dotson stole second base to set up the RBI single by Dustin Absher to give the Huskies their 14 run of the game. Following a strike out by Kyle Guyton, Ethan Spencer was narrowly thrown out on an infield ground ball, but was able to advance Absher to second base. Luke Dotson was awarded a free trip to first with a base on balls, and Cory Roten followed with another walk to load the bases with two outs. Philip Walter stepped up to bat for the Huskies and was called out on a pop fly to conclude the top of the seventh inning with the Huskies winning 144. The Cardinals had a monstrous task, to score ten runs in a single inning to force extra innings. The Cardinals were able to score one run off of a single, which was followed by a triple. However, Luke Dotson struck out two Cardinals to end the game with the Huskies claiming the 14-5 victory. The victory over the Cardinals was the Huskies second victory of the season and they possess an unblemished 2-0 record thus far in the season. The Huskies will return to action Wednesday when they travel to Alleghany to face the Trojans. The JV will begin at 4:30 p.m. with the varsity following at 7 p.m. ^Hardee's of Jefferson ATHLETE m a ® of the WEEK Place) Team Name, Pts Won, Lost 1) Radio Hill Sales, 71.5, 16.5 2) United Chemicon, 61, 27 3) Cardinal Lanes, 57, 32 4) Winner's Circle, 56, 32 5) WJ Chevrolet, 55, 33 6) Mikes Community, 38, 50 7) Bill's Garage, 36, 52 8) Church's Constru., 28.5, 59.5 9) The Nose Pin Zone, 26, 62 Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Hazel Price Iva Miller Cindee Aloia Scratch Series Cindee Aloia Hazel Price Iva Miller Handicap Game Hazel Price Cindee Aloia Iva Miller Handicap Series Hazel Price Cindee Aloia Penny Daniels 10 Final 2 5 Morton- 6 inn, 7 hits, 10 walks, strike outs, 18 runs Yearick- 1 inn, 0 hits, 3 strike outs Winner: Morton, Yearick save 6 errors 7 errors Top Scores- Men Scratch Game Lloyd Miller 235 James Ham 224 John Farrington 209 209 Vinnie Corona Jr Scratch Series 569 Noah Wyatt 565 1Allen Miller 560 Barnes Ham handicap Game lloyd Miller 275 Ames Ham 239 •len Miller 237 ^indicap Series 685 'en Miller 651 ry Calhoun th Wyatt 638 vidual High HB^ages- Men Leserra 183.18 »Ham 183.14 Wyatt 173.86 7 Catcher: Tucker Morton- 2/5, 2 runs, 2 RBI Elliott- 1/3,4 runs, 3 RBI, 2 walks, 1 steal Dunne- 1/2, 2 runs, 3 RBI, 2 steals Chappell- 2/3, 2 runs, 1 SRBI, 1 walk, 1 steal Tucker- 1/3, 3 runs, 2 RBI, 1 walk Rector- 1/2, 3 runs, 2 walks Men Top Scores Scratch Game Noah Wyatt 258 Matt Treva 237 BJ Howell 236 Scratch Series James Ham 613 Noah Wyatt 578 Matt Treva 576 Handicap Game Noah Wyatt 286 Matt Treva 260 Tim Hopkins 242 Gary Walker 242 Handicap Series Tim Hopkins 667 Noah Wyatt 662 James Ham 652 Individual High Averages- Men Steve Katz 190.30 James Ham 183.71 John Treva 182.22 5 . 6 presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Kyle Guyton is a sophomore member of the varsity baseball team. Kyle was successful at the plate during the Huskies' game against East Wilkes when he went 4-5 with a 1-run home run and batted in four runs, and had three runs. 180 168 165 465 447 429 236 213 208 615 609 555 Individual High Averages- Women Cindy Malafronti 158.22 Iva Miller 151.57 Cindee Aloia 144.51 Congratulations Kyle Guyton!!! 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Bank (336) 246-4344 # www.afqrp.com ^ �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Minnie Marie Eldreth Miller Moore Lansing April 6, 1918 February 27, 2007 Mrs. Minnie Marie Eldreth Miller Moore, age 88, of Lan­ sing, died Tuesday night, Feb­ ruary 27,2007 at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital. Funeral services were held on Friday, March 2, 2007 at 7 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Minister Danny Miller and Rev. Tommy Dollar officiating. A private burial was held on Saturday, March 3, 2006 at 10 a.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family received friends from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. on Friday, March 2, 2007 at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home. Mrs. Moore was born in Ashe County on Saturday, April 6, 1918 to the late Grover Cleveland Eldreth and the late Ellen Woodards Eldreth. She worked as an assembly worker in an electrical mfg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Ray Moore after seventeen years of marriage; two brothers, Roscoe Eldreth and Wayne Eldreth; five sisters, Reba Moore, Alysia Pennington, Lessie Ham, Mae Blevins and Faye Miller. She is survived by two daughters, Clara Jones, of Jefferson and Pat Grubb, of Boone; two grandsons, Randy Jones, of West Jefferson and Jeff Jones, of Tampa, FL; a great-grandson, Aaron Jones, of West Jefferson also sur­ vive. Flowers accepted or me­ morials may be made to: The Gideon's, PO Box 993, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or to Ashe Services for the Aging, PO Box 9, West Jefferson, NC 28694. . You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. County on May 19, 1921 to the late Francis Marion Ro­ ten and the late Hettie Ham Roten. He was an Agricultur­ al Farmer. He is survived by his wife, Belle Hartsog Roten, of the home; three sons, Joe Roten and wife, Sandy and Jim Ro­ ten and wife, Lib, all of Crestpn and George Roten and wife, Ronda, of Warrensville; two daughters, Mary Nell McCoy and husband, Larry, of Warrensville and Frances Woods and husband, JC, of Creston; four brothers, Woodrow Roten, of William Earl Roten CA, Carl Roten, Copperopolis, of Deep Gap, Creston Vernon Roten, of West Jeffer­ May 19,1921 son and Conley Roten, of War­ March 3, 2007 Mr. William Earl Roten, rensville; a sister, Ruby Whitbetter known as "Earl", age tington, of Walkertown, NC; 85, died Saturday night, six grandchildren, Mike Mc­ March 3,2007 at Ashe Memo­ Coy, Evelyn Shoemake, Angie Colvard, Richard Woods, Da­ rial Hospital. Funeral services will be vid Roten and Paige Roten; held on Tuesday, March 6. six great grandchildren; four 2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone step great grandchildren;sev­ Family Funeral Home Chapel eral nieces and nephew also with Elder Eddie Lyle and survive. Flowers accepted! Rev. Darrell Graybeal officiat­ You may give the family ing. Burial will follow in the your condolences at our web­ Roten-Graybeal Cemetery. The family received friends site www.boonefuneralhome. from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Mon­ com. Boone Family Funeral day, March 5, 2007 at Boone Home of West Jefferson is Family Funeral Home. Mr. Roten was born in Ashe in charge of these arrange­ ments. J Amy Drew Hart West Jefferson August 6, 1955 December 15, 2006 Mrs. Amy Drew Hart, 51, of Bald Mountain Road, West Jefferson, died Friday, Dec. 15, 2006 at Alleghany Me­ morial Hospital in Sparta, following a long battle with ovarian cancer. She was born August 6, 1955 in Richmond, Va., a daughter of the late H. D. and Diane Berryman. Survivors include her husband, David Hart; her daughter, Wende McKee; her fianc6, Derrick Eller, and one grandson, Irie Hall; all of Crumpler; two brothers, Dickie Berryman and wife, Lynn, of West Palm Beach, Fla. and Tim Berryman and wife, Louise, of Houston, TX; her step-mother, Janice Ber­ ryman; two sisters, Cary Rosillo of Juno Beach, Fla. and Kelly Berryman of Tampa, Fla.; her step sons: Jamie Hart and wife, Trish, of West Faye Weaver Long Jefferson May 31, 1925 March 1, 2007 Mrs. Faye Weaver Long, age 81, of Jefferson, died Thurs­ day night, March 1, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center. Funeral services were held on Sunday, March 4, 2007 at 3 p.m. at Smethport United Methodist Church with Rev. Gregg Plott, Rev. Jim Thomp­ son and Brother Jim Duncan officiating. Burial will follow in the Ebenezer Presbyterian Cemetery. ^ Get your pit crew ready for the Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOR PRIZES j \yEEK>s BONUS TOTAL > fJIS Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Pick the top three finishers & win the bonus! V You may the obituaries on-line at wwwjeffersonpost com A : ___/ Official Jefferson Post I NASCAR Entry Form Pit Stop for Prizes Race Uf)(d~Oaim(erOhr(js(er 400 Las Vegas Motor Speedway 3-11-07 Race Winner Cesmetefogist, Estfietician, Manicurist ®r Teacher? Mark of Eden Salon offers 8 hour continuing education classes for all licenses. Building Clientele $75, March 18, June 10 & Oct. 7 Foiling for Dummies $125, April 15, July 22 & Sept. 2 Becoming Debt-Free and Managing Money $75, April 1, May 27, August 12 8t Sept. 9 Eyelash perming, coloring and Extending $125, May 6, June 24 & Oct. 28 Call for Registration. Classes fill UP fast. Must have all hours in by September 30.2007!!! 336-246-8830 William Lewis Vestal his children, Shelby Wooten Vestal; step-daughters, Tina Boonville, N.C. (Carl) Burch, Myrtle Beach, October 14, 1936 SC; Tammy Copeland, West February 28, 2007 Mr. William Lewis Vestal, Jefferson; grandchildren, Joni 70, of Wilhelm Road passed Vestal (Jon) Allgood, Derek away unexpectedly Wednes­ Vestal, Abby Dezern, Samuel day, February 28, 2007. He Dezern, Robert Matthews, was born October 14, 1936 Heather Davis, Cody Mat­ in Yadkin County to the late thews, Shannon Davidson D.M. "Jack" & Pauline Nor­ and Jayme Davidson; stepgrandchildren, Brittany Ro­ man Vestal. Mr. Vestal was the owner ten, Heather Burch, Amanda and operator of the Boonville Burch, Carl Burch, Jr., Ste­ Mobil Service Station and phen Copeland, Megan Co­ W.V. Motors of Boonville for peland, Jordan Copeland; a several years, and was a re­ sister, Jane (Donnie) Cooper, tired farmer. For the past 6 East Bend; a brother, Alton years, he had been working (Emogene) Vestal, Boonville; as a driver with Y.V.E.D.D.I. and several nieces, nephews, Transportation of Yadkin- cousins, including very close ville. Mr. Vestal was an avid cousins, Bobby and Aladene sports fan and faithful in sup­ Norman; and close friends, porting his Atlanta Braves including Jeff Casstevens and in baseball and Washington his Charity Baptist Church Family. Redskins in football. His funeral service was He was an active member of Charity Baptist Church held at 2 p.m. Saturday at where he served the church Charity Baptist church by as a deacon, was on the cem­ Rev. Eddie Driver and Rev. etery committee, and was the Cecil Wetherholt. He lay in­ state 30 minutes prior to the The family received friends cemetery and church grounds service. Burial followed in custodian. from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Sunday, In addition to his parents, the church cemetery. Mr. Ves­ prior to the funeral service. he was also preceded in death tal was be taken to Charity Mrs. Long was born in Ashe Baptist Church in Boonville County on May 31,1925 to the by his step-mother, Gertrude at 4:30 p.m. Friday, where Vestal: his father-in-law, late David Wilson Weaver and the family received friends the late Gwen Dora Koontz Luke Blevins; and mothers- from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Weaver. She was a Home- in-law, Dixie Blevins and church. Flowers will be ac­ Inez Blevins. maker. Surviving are his beloved cepted or memorials may be She is survived by a son, wife of 17 years, Joan Blevins made to the James David Long, of West Charity Baptist Church Jefferson; a daughter, Mar­ Vestal of the home; his chil­ dren, Terry (Pam) Vestal, Building Fund, 1500 Charity tha Long Vannoy, of Jefferson; Church Road, Boonville, NC three sisters, Alice Bare, Lib Boonville; Paula (Sid) Dezern, 27011. Wyrick and Wanda Bare, all of Hamptonville; Scarlet (Terry) Gentry Family Funeral West Jefferson; six grandchil­ Matthews, Virginia Beach, Va.; Mickey (Ruth) Vestal, Service of Yadkinville is serv­ dren, John Maloney, II, Jim Maloney, Will Vannoy, all of State Road; and the mother of ing the Vestal Family. Jefferson, Rock Vannoy, of Vir­ ginia, David Long, of Blowing Jr Rock, NC and Daryl Long, of Florida; several great-grand­ children; several nieces and nephews also survive. More Obituaries m You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. Tages 2 and 5 com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ <t ments. Jefferson, Nathan Hart and his children Forrest, Hunter and Ryder, of West Jefferson, Bryan Hart of Bentonville, Ark. and Jared Hart of West Jefferson; and a number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Hart was manager of River House Inn & Res­ taurant and a member of Elk Shoals United Methodist Camp's Chapel on the New congregation. Memorial ser­ vices were conducted Wednes­ day evening, Dec. 27th at Elk Shoals Chapel on the New, of­ ficiated by the Rev. Pete Par­ ish, and the Rev. Jack Pugh. A celebration of her life was held at sunset on Febru­ ary 3rd simultaneously on the beach at Sanibel Island, Fla., at Canyons Restaurant in Blowing Rock, and at Ha­ cienda las Trancas, Mexico. Mrs. Hart asked that memo­ rial contributions be made to Elk Shoals United Methodist Camp or Ashe County Rescue Squad. Your Name Your Address. Phone # TIE BREAKER: (Please guess the average speed of the race winner in miles per hour) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson WRRfJliMRRRRik *Unless Won in Previous Race PIT STOP FOP PRIZES RULE* 1• Must be 21 years old or older to enter. 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win A. RACE WINNER - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer cor­ rectly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the $20. B. BONUS POINTS -- Pick the top three drivers in order of finish and you win the bonus. The bonus amount starts at $20. If nobody wins the bonus for that particular race, then that amount roils over to the next race, in addition to the $20 added already. In the event of a tie, the person guessing clos­ est to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the bonus points.* 5. All entries must be received in the office of the Jefferson Post no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. 6. In the event no one picks the correct winner of the race, the $20 amount for that race will also be added to the bonus points total for the next race. No Purchase Necessary to Win "Bonus amount subject to change based on prior contest. .nrfeet is made passible (ah). the areat spansa^TSs Parker Tie Company Inc. WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET Building Supply and Hardware -2=7 AN AMERICAN 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com REVOLUTION (336) 246-2611 West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net King of the Mountain Jeep • Dodge New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab |fwy 421 SXT4X2 $13,888 wilkesboro, NC 866-380-2458 'HE Place to ~~ Win! CCS, Inc.®1 fANIAHA of Jefferson Be sure to watch the 1/Md-Daim/erChrc/s/er 400 on Sunday, March 11th and play Hie NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, March 16th for the winner information on this race. edition �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2007 PAGE 9 COMMUNITY NEWS Tony Rice to be featured at MerleFest WILKESBORO, NC: Wil­ kes Community College has announced the addition of A Very Special Performance by Tony Rice With Alison Krauss and Union Station Featuring a spectrum of material from Tony's 35 year career to the lineup for MerleFest 2007, the 20th annual festival in celebration of the music of the late Merle Watson and his father Doc Watson, on its campus in Wilkesboro, NC on April 26-29. Tony Rice spans the range of acoustic music, from straight-ahead bluegrass to jazz-influenced new acous­ tic music, to songwriter-ori­ ented folk. He is perhaps the greatest innovator in acoustic flatpicked guitar since Clar­ ence White. Over the course of his career, he has played alongside J.D. Crowe and the New South, David Grisman (during the formation of "Dawg Music"), led his own groups, collaborated with fel­ low picker Norman Blake and recorded with his brothers. He has recorded with drums, piano, soprano sax, and with straight-ahead bluegrass in­ strumentation. Rice was born in Dan­ ville, Virginia but grew up in California, where he was in­ troduced to bluegrass by his father. He and his brothers learned a lot from hot L.A. pickers like the Kentucky Colonels, led by Roland and Clarence White. Crossing paths with fellow enthusiasts like Ry Cooder, Herb Pederson and Chris Hillman reinforced the strength of the music he had learned from his father. In 1970, Rice had moved back to Kentucky where he played with the Bluegrass Al­ liance, and shortly thereafter, J.D. Crowe's New South. The New South was known as one of the best and most progres­ sive bluegrass groups - even adding drums and electric instruments. But when Ricky Skaggs joined up in 1974, the Tony Rice band recorded J.D. Crowe & the New South, an acoustic album that became Rounder's top-seller up to that time. With Rice on guitar and vo­ cals, Crowe on banjo and vo­ cals, Jerry Douglas on Dobro, Skaggs on fiddle and mando­ lin and Bobby Slone on bass, the band's energy, as well as their instrumental and vo­ cal drive have rarely been matched. Around this time Rice met mandolinist David Grisman, who played with Red Allen during the '60's and was now working on some original material that blended jazz, bluegrass and classical styles. Rice left the New South and moved to California to join Grisman's all instrumental group. As part of the David Grisman Quintet, Rice ex­ panded his horizons beyond three chord bluegrass, study­ ing chord theory, learning to read charts and expanding the range of his playing. In 1979, he left the group to pursue his own music. He recorded Acoustics, a guitaroriented record, and then Manzanita which collected some favorite folk and bluegrass vocals. In 1980, Rice, Crowe, Bobby Hicks, Doyle Lawson and Todd Phillips formed a highly successful coalition, attacking bluegrass standards under the name the Bluegrass Album Band. This group has recorded six volumes of music. Tony's solo career hit its stride with Cold on the Shoul­ der, a collection of bluegrass vocals. With this album, Na­ tive American and Me & My Guitar, Rice arrived at a for­ mula that incorporated his disparate influences, combin­ ing bluegrass, the songwriting of folk artists like Ian Tyson, Joni Mitchell, Phil Ochs and especially Gordon Lightfoot, with nimble, jazz-inflected guitar work. Simultaneously, he pursued his jazz and ex­ perimental "spacegrass" with the Tony Rice Unit on Mar West, Still Inside and Back­ waters. Two highly regarded al­ bums with traditional gui­ tar virtuoso Norman Blake gained a great deal of ac­ claim, as well as two Rice Brother albums that reunited him with his younger brother, Wyatt. Tony's most recent re­ cording for Rounder is Tony Rice Plays and Sings Bluegrass. Tony Rice remains one of bluegrass' top instrumen­ talists and singers, bringing originality and vitality to ev­ erything he plays. Wilkes Community Col­ lege has presented MerleFest since 1988. Discounted advance ticket sales for MerleFest 2007, the Americana Music Celebration Presented by Lowe's, will end March 15. For tickets, those with Internet access may acquire them easily by visit­ ing www.merlefest.org and, if purchasing assigned seats at the Watson Stage, actually pick their seat location on line. Those without Internet access may purchase tickets by calling 1-800-343-7857 (US only) or 336-838-6267 (non US), weekdays. Tickets may also be ordered by fax (336838-6277) and mail (MerleF­ est, P.O. Box 120, Wilkesboro, NC 28697). Those interested in volunteering for MerleFest should call 336-838-6414. MerleFest 2007 has also confirmed appearances by Susana & Timmy Abell; RG Absher & Extra Measure; Alberti Flea Circus; The Belleville Outfit (formerly DesChamps Band); Ira Ber­ nstein; Spencer Bohren; RoyBook Binder; Laura Boosinger; The Carolina Chocolate Drops; T Michael Coleman; Crooked Still; Deer Clan Singers; Dixie Dawn; Rob­ ert Dotson; Benton Flippen Band; The Flowers Fam­ ily; Pat Flynn; ForgetMeNots; Ruthie Foster; Gospel Jubilators; Mitch Greenhill; Buddy Greene; Dianne Hackworth; George Hamilton IV; Ginny Hawker & Tracy Schwarz; Orville Hicks; Bob Hill; Willette Hinton & the Hinton Family Band; Clint Howard; The Infamous Stringdusters; The InterACTive Theater of Jef; Reverend Robert Jones; Jim Lauderdale; Jack Law­ rence; Mark Lippard; Jeff Little; Brack Llewellyn; The Local Boys; The Lonesome Sisters; The Lovell Sisters; Bill Mathis; Thomas Maupin; Andy May; Curly Miller & Carole Ami Rose; NC Thumb and Finger Style Guitar Play­ ers, Inc.; Nashville Bluegrass Band; Dirk Powell Band; Red Stick Ramblers; Roan Moun­ tain Hilltoppers; Robinella; Jim Rooney; Tom Sauber; Shana Banana; Larry Skip­ per; Joe Smothers; Steep Canyon Rangers; Tut Taylor; Joe Thompson & Bob Carlin; Toubab Krewe; Happy Traum; Uncle Earl; The Waybacks; Charles Welch; Pete & Joan Wernick; Cyndi Wheeler; Wil­ kes Playmakers; Tony Wil­ liamson; and The Worthless SonlnLaws. All bookings are subject to change without notice due to circumstances beyond the control of the festival. Little Theatre's debuts 'Catfish Moon' March 29 Mark your calendars now for Ashe County Little The­ atre's spring production of Catfish Moon. Directed by Jeff Dreyer, and produced by Tyler Cloherty, Catfish Moon will open on March 29, with additional performances on March 30 and March 31 and a Sunday matinee on April l.You won't want to miss this opportunity to visit a slice of the old South, where "Oldtimers see that yellow light falling down out of the .mid­ night sky, just bright enough to make the lizard moss glow up in the top of a sweet gum, and they knew the fish would be biting." Catfish Moon was written by Laddy Sartin and was pre­ sented at the Kennedy Cen­ ter for the Performing Arts, in Washington, DC, as a finalist Catfish Moon is not just in the Kennedy Center Amer­ superficial laughs; it has its ican College Theatre Festival own poignant moments as on April 17, 1995. It was later the four battle old weakness­ presented at the Charlotte es and try to find a common Repertory Theatre in Char­ ground upon which they can lotte, NC in February, 1996. build their current connec­ The show is full of nos­ tions. talgic humor as four middle All performances will be aged adults try to recapture held at the Ashe Civic Center. their youth. From Curley, Reserved seating for Catfish the leader of the group, to Moon is available in advance Gordon, a "teddy bear king of from the Ashe County Arts guy," to Frog, a good guy with Council. Tickets are $10.00 a quick temper, the shared ex­ for adults and $5.00 for stu­ periences of a bygone era take dents; they are now on sale them back to the dock at the at the Ashe Arts Center, ei­ lake to try to recapture what ther in person, or by phone at they have lost. Add to the mix 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards of three old friends, Betty, and are accepted. you have the making of con­ For more information flict: she is the sister of one, please call the Ashe County the ex-wife of another and the Arts Council at 336.846girlfriend of a third. ARTS. For Three Days Only, March 8th, 9th, 10">, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 9-6 All Items Must be Removed Sim's Furniture will be Closed Wednesday, March 7 th to Mark Down Prices for the VWithvn W Hours - CFITTZIEH MAIM/ WE'VE EVER mm - at the 'S when open irsd» at i r0 a . 0 m ' flurry- In order to reduce our massive inventory, We'll be marking down prices LIKE MAD! "1 J Manv Ooe-ot-a-r1 Items! When They're Gone. They're Gone! MLE j « All Unfinished Wood Furniture - 50% Off All Outdoor Furniture - 50-60% Off 6 Complete Bedroom Sets - 50% Off! 30 Mattress & Box Sets (twin to king) - 50% Off 12 Living Room Sets - 50% Off Bunk Beds • Desks • China's • Dinette Sets • Computer Furniture & Tons Morel All MUST GO AT-NEAR-0R BELOW COST! ABSOLUTELY NO PHONE ORDERS. NO FINANCING. NO LAY-AWAYS! CASH. CREDIT CARDS. OR GOOD CHECKS ONLY 3 DAYS ONLY: MARCH 8th, 9th. 10™ PLEASE - NO DEALERS - PUBLIC ONLY SIM'S FURNITURE & MATTRESS GALLERY Boone Mall Location - Backside of Belk Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat 10am-5om Z2Z-26S-2400mm VtSA caxnEsa ECUS �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified^ jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. . THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It Illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin Includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant womon & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost: Boston Terrier Male, Black & White, answers to Barney. Lost in Creston Area Peak Rd & Three Top Rd. If you have any in­ formation, please call 336-385-1796. 70-Travel & Camping 1992 Prowler 25" with Gooseneck and fifth wheel attachments. Sleeps 5. Very good condition. $5,500 OBO. Cal 336-977-0383 2005 Forest River 30', sleeps 6, Queen Bed, bunk beds and sofa. Good condition. No holding tanks. $10,500 OBO. Call 336-977-0383 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted Administrative Assis­ tant I (Position 743-16- Security Commission, 626 Ashe Central School Rd, Unit 5, Jefferson, NC 28640. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. 0113) Open until filled. 20 hrs/week, time-limit­ ed with New River Be­ havioral HealthCare. Watauga County. Du­ ties: Grant Writer. Pre­ paring, reviewing and writing grant applica­ tions, including the use of appropriate forms, developing a budget in compliance with spon­ sors, the State and NRBHC guidelines. Maintain and monitor project administration files using existing pro­ cedures or devising new methods as nec­ essary. Strong commu­ nication and attention to detail a must. Mini­ mum state application to: Watauga Employment Security Commission 207 Winklers Creek Rd, Boone NC 28607. Criminal records check and pre employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. Are you a CNA who would like to work full time, part time or flex time? Would you like 11 paid holidays, health insurance, at­ tendance bonus? Ashe Services for Ag­ ing, Inc. is presently re­ cruiting certified nurse aides. Will assist client with personal care needs and light house­ keeping. Work requires judgement, a pleasant attitude and initiative as well as tact and diplo­ macy in dealing with clients and families. Also recruiting part time and substitute teachers for intergenerational, developmen­ tal day program serving children birth to 5 years old. Duties will include developing and foster­ ing a positive and nuturing environment for children, effectively communicating with parents, fellow teach­ ers, and other profes­ sionals. Program offers a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are interested in applying for these posi­ tions, please contact Linda Autry at Ashe Services for Aging, Inc. (336)246-2461 or the Employment Security Commission (336)9824212. BROKERAGX SALES ASSISTANT First Charter is current­ ly hiring for a Broker­ age Sales Assistant for its Jefferson/West Jef­ ferson location. This is a part time position with the potential to turn into full time. Inter­ ested candidates should apply online at www.firstcharter.com/c areer EOE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN (Position 743-53-0835) Open until filled. FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Ashe County. Duties Include: Community support services provided in non-office setting. Work will be with child and adult consumers who are dually diag­ nosed to assist them in improving interpersonal and community coping skills. Minimum requirements: Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of experience in providing support services MH/DD/SA consumers. Usual schedule: Mon-Fri, 8-5, flexibility required. Typical-hiring range: $23,700$27,024. Submit state application to: Ashe County Employment Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! DRIVER TRAINING Driving a trator-trailer is the 3rd fastest job-growth category in the U.S. Professional drivers earn top-pay, great benefits, and a secure future. Wilkes Community College and SAGE Technical Services have teamed together to offer the best training available. Get your CDL and be ready to work in 6 weeks. Small classes: ONE-ON-ONE TRAIN­ ING Lifetime, Nation­ wide Job Placement Call (336)838-6509 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 requirements: Graduation from high school and four years of progressively re­ sponsible secretarial or clerical/administrative/o ffice management ex­ perience. Usual Sched­ ule: flexible. Salary grade (63). Submit O O • CO o EOE/AAE. HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR I (743-40-1652) Open until filled. FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Work base Alleghany. Duties include: Working with a caseload of adults with severe and persistent mental illness, monitoring, arranging and linking clients to services and completing paperwork. Much of the work will be in the community and clients' homes. Usual schedule: Mon - Fri, 8-5, flexibility required. 260-Garage/Yard Sales 330-Pets PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock For Sale: Appaloosa Mare. WANTED TO BUY Downsizing herd. Need to sell. Call 336-977-9309 for more information. Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. PLACE YOUR Minimum require­ ments: Bachelor's "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS degree in human serv­ ice field and two years of related human services counseling/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counsel­ ing/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counsel­ ing/therapy, case management or group work one of which was supervised. Hiring range: $33,564$38,424. Submit state FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION application to: Alleghany Employment Security Commission, PO Box 996, Sparta, NC 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUN­ SELOR I (position 743-40-1647) Open un­ til filled. FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Wilkes County. Duties include: Case manager serving adult consumers with Ml, monitoring, arrang­ ing, coordinating and linking consumers with needed services. Main­ ly in consumers homes or community. Mini­ mum require­ ments: Bachelor's de­ gree in human service field and two years of related human services counseling/therapy which provides experi­ ence in techniques of counseling/therapy, case management or group work one of which was supervised. Usual Schedule: MonFri 8-5, flexibility re­ quired. Typical-hiring range: $33,564 $38,424. Submit state application to: Wilkes Employment Security Commission, 320 Wilkesboro Ave, Midtown Plaza, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Crimi­ nal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. 160-Business Opportunities Leading Telecommunications Company seeking entrepreneurs to work with VoIP. Can also be excellent part time or home business. Call toll free 877-876-7786 235-Christmas Trees Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 260-Garage/Yard Sales IMAYil:! Hsf-l• J H KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs , 60 Price Stickers ' 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each Wanted: Weathered Poplar Boards, any condition, at least 8" wide. Will dismantle building if needed. 336-877-1129. Leave message, will call back same day. 300Miscellaneous 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. FOR SALE: 8 Prom Dresses, Sizes 5/6 and 7/8. Short & Long Lengths. $50 to $400. 336-982-9050 days, 336-982-4132 nights. 4x4, 67K, Leather, All Dk Blue, One Owner, Garage Kept. New Michelin tires. $18,000. 336-982-2295 SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. 310-Musical E li M J[•led il M W* rakts We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 WANTED: To Sail Your Old Appliances Employ The Jefferson Pi*t Classifieds 846-7164 "Urgent" Listing. Zelda is a 6 month old, male, shepherd mix. He's a little sweetheart and loves people. He's a feisty, normal puppy with lots of energy and youth! He is good with other pets too. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Found Labrador. Male. Chocolate/Red in color. Collar. Friendly. Well trained and be­ haved. Found Sunday, Feb. 25, in Buck Moun­ tain Road area, West Jefferson. Call 8772516. Missing from Peak Creek area since 2-2307, 15 week old female husky-lab mix puppy, tan and brown with blue eyes. If you have any info please call Patricia - 982-4322. $100 reward for her safe return. Shop The Classifieds. CO CO oo "c3 CO ccs CJ> *— Q O o CD CO <c TD CD CO CO CT5 CJ> O Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 For Rent: 2 BR House Stop by Hart Equipment. Power Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! Warrensville 7 Room Farmhouse, Appliances, Furnished. No smoking/No inside pets. $550 per mo, $550 deposit & references required. 336-384-3913 3BR 2Bath located in Friendship Park, West Jefferson. $535 month, $535 deposit. Will rent to own with $1500 down payment. Call 336-982-5072 after 6pm. 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND z o CO DC LU MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 s Classifieds Work! 1195-Legals APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Local Graphic Design Company Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots & Acreage 100 acres, Deep Gap For Sale: House, Outbuildings & 26 acres more or less. Call 336-384-3360 1115Professionals area, off Pine Swamp Rd., 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. For Lease: Pasture and Barn for Horses. Riding Trails available. By Parkway in Laurel Springs, NC. Call 336-359-8224. BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator CTA of the Estate of Jackie Carlton Blackburn, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 8394 Tuscany Drive. Lewisville, NC 27023 on or before the 14th day of May, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 8th day February, 2007. of Roger Van Edwards Administrator CTA for the Estate of Jackie Carlton Blackburn AMENDED NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES FORE­ CLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trusts executed and delivered by Diane Byers, an unmarried woman, dated June 19, 2003 and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, recorded on July 14, 2003, in Book 00297 at page 1406; and because of default in the payment of indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, persuant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Ashe County Courthouse, in Jefferson, North Carolina at 10:00 AM on Thursday, March 22, 2007, that parcel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Jefferson, County of Ashe, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: A certain tract of land containing 0.921 acres according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes, Registered Land Surveyor No. L-3094, located in Jefferson Township, Ashe County, North Carolina. Bounded by the lands of formerly of or in possession of the following: on the South by Gilley (Deed Book C-4, Page 166) and Sally Davis (Deed Book H-3, Page 56), and on the East by NCSR #1511, and on the North by a 0.743 acre tract to be conveyed to Eddie and Jackie Byers and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on an existing 3/8" steel rod, the Poe-Gilley corner; thence with the Gilley line and the Davis line S. 71-26-45 E„ 308.56 feet to a 3/8M rebar set on the Western side of NCSR #1511 (Ashe Wilkes Community College Career Counselor For more information Visit our website www.wiikescc.edu Respiratory Care ... A Life and Breath Career At Wilkes Community College! Looking for an exciting and dynamic career? Then consider Respiratory Care. Did you know that: • Respiratory therapists are the health professionals responsible for taking care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. • Respiratory therapists care for newborn infants, children, adults and the elderly. • The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an increase in demand for respiratory therapists of 42.6% through 2008. • Career opportunities are excellent and earning potential is competitive with other health professions. • Respiratory therapists are cardiopulmonary specialists, and as such, are respected members of the health care team. Call today! May 31, 2007 is the deadline for completing the application process. CD WANT TO BUY 423-727-5113 FOR QUICK RESULTS! 500-Mobile For Sale: 2005 Power Homes for Sale Q_ HI For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 For Sale: 2003 XR 70 Diitbike. Kick Start? -. 3 speed, automatic. Very good condition. Comes with owners manual, title and tool kit. Half off original price. $975 firm. Call 336-982-8154 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Check Out the 460-Mobile Loaded, Homes for Rent Options. Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce, Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available 2001 Chev Suburban For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent For more information about obtaining an AS degree and becoming a respiratory therapist, contact the WCC Admissions Office at 336-838-6135 or call Billy Woods the Respiratory Therapy Program Director at 336-838-6496 or billy.woods@wilkescc.edu WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY , MARCH 6, 2007 PAGE 11 Classifieds Address of property: 317 Ashe Park Rd, Jefferson, NC 28640 Present Record Owners: Diane Byers The terms of the sale are that the real property herinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right to require a cash deposit or a certified check not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event that the Owner and Holder is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee's Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. 7A-308 (a) (1). The real property herinabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inability to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trustee(s). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee(s), in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Dated: 2007 February 14, Kellam & Pettit, PA. Substitute Trustee (704) 442-9500 This the 22nd day of February, 2007. D. Dale Howard Attorney for Petitioner 756 W. King St. P.O. Box 32 Boone, NC 28607 NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: Susuan L. Tackett and unnamed spouse Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-enti­ tled special proceed­ ing. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: Permission is being sought from the court to sell a piece of prop­ erty containing 31.023 acres located in Ashe County, North Carolina originally owned by Sam Miller who died September 10, 1916, and is survived by 150 heirs of which you are one of the heirs. The proceeds from the sale will be distributed amongst the heirs according to the North Carolina intestate suc- The following proposi­ tions will be submitted to the voters; 2.) To permit the sale of mixed beverages in hotels, restaurants, pri­ vate clubs, community theatres, and conven­ tion centers. For or Against IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-27 ELIZABETH LYLE, Petitioner, vs. DWIGHT A. MILLER AND ALL OTHER LIVING HEIRS OF SAMUEL MILLER, DECEASED Respondents NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: Wayne Turner and unnamed spouse Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-enti­ tled special proceed­ ing. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: Permission is being sought from the court to sell a piece of prop­ erty containing 31.023 acres located in Ashe County, North Carolina originally owned by Sam Miller who died September 10, 1916, and is survived by 150 heirs of which you are one of the heirs. The proceeds from the sale will be distributed amongst the heirs according to the North Carolina intestate suc­ cession laws. You are required to make response to such pleading not later than April 12, 2007, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. This the 22nd day of February, 2007. D. Dale Howard Attorney for Petitioner 756 W. King St. P.O. Box 32 Boone, NC 28607 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, a Special Elec­ tion will be held in the Town of West Jeffer­ son in Ashe County on Tuesday, March 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. 1.) To permit the oper­ ation of ABC stores. For or Against NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY The registration books will close on Friday, February 9th, 2007. No form of absentee voting is allowed in this or future elections for the town of West Jefferson. Persons who are not certain of their registra­ tion status or their pre­ cinct location should contact the County Board of Elections in Jefferson. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 to 12 and 1 to 5. The phone number is 219-2570. Registration facilities and polling places are accessible to the elder­ ly and handicapped. In the case of a voter not being able to enter the polling place, they may vote curbside during the hours that the polls are open. Canvass Day will be held at 11:00 AM in the Ashe County Board of Elections office in Jefferson on Tuesday March 13th, 2007. 1195-Legals Trustee Services, Inc. having been substitut­ ed as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an in­ strument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness hav­ ing directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the under­ signed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jef­ ferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 12:00 pm on March 14, 2007 and will sell to the high­ est bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Ashe, North Caroli­ na, and being more particularly described as follows: Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discre­ tion delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Lot 16 as shown on plat of Hidden Valley, Section 1, of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Plat Book 5, at Pages 372 and 373, to which recorded plat reference is hereby made for a metes and bounds description of said lot. Together with improvements located thereon; said property being located at 278 Valley Lane, Fleet­ wood, North Carolina. Subject to all of the restrictions, covenants and affirmative obliga­ tions set forth in a dec­ laration of a Restriction Agreement for this subdivision, which is of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 193, at Pages 1819-1821, as revised in Book 320, at Pages 415-418, to which re­ corded instrument ref­ erence is hereby made for a specific recital of said restriction, cove­ nants and affirmative obligations. Together with a perpet­ ual easement to obtain water from the well located on Lot 17 Ralph G. Bare, together with the right to enter upon the same Chairman Ashe County Board of for the purposes of Elections inspecting, maintaining, and repairing said well PUBLICATION and for the purposes DATES: of installing, inspecting, February 27, 2007 maintaining, repairing March 6, 2007 and replacing water lines leading from the NOTICE OF same to the above FORECLOSURE SALE described property; provided, however, that Under and by virtue of other users of water the power of sale con­ from the same shall tained in a certain pay to the Grantee, for Deed of Trust made by providing electricity to Marvin Eric Tart and operate the pump for Alice Marie Kinsey to said well, a monthly Tallman, Hudders & sum as may hereafter Sorrentino, Trustee(s), be established by Blue dated the 6th day of Ridge Electric Member­ February, 2006, and ship Corporation, and recorded in Book provided further that all 00342. Page 0615. users of water from Ashe County Registry, said well and water North Carolina, default system shall share having been made in equally in all other the payment of the costs of maintenance note thereby secured and upkeep for said by the said Deed of well and water system. Trust and the under­ signed, Substitute Dated this the 16th day of January 2007. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the hold­ er of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all respon­ sibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition ex­ pressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assess­ ments, and prior liens or encumbrances of re­ cord and any recorded releases. A cash deposit or cash­ ier's check (no person­ al checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or sev­ en hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. This 21st day February, 2007. of H tfive the c^t tHat of ycvutf all • i#' kL m* w :i : •*** m 7w LTIMJEEH ira° iff I KflHMIIm A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ EE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ EE Ashe County BY Attorney at Law The Law Firm of Hutchens, Senter & Britton, RA. Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 • $36.00 Address V Seniors I I Ashe Co. |' I City. • $33.00 State Out-of-County (All) 1 A Gift from: • $46.50 Name Case No: 415.116629 Buy It! Fix It! Call M is « I 8467164 m * It Wilkes Regional Buy HI Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: ELIZABETH LYLE, Petitioner, vs. DWIGHT A. MILLER AND ALL OTHER LIVING HEIRS OF SAMUEL MILLER, DECEASED Respondents 1195-Legals NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION You are required to make response to such pleading not later than April 12, 2007, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. 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Register at www.SoiithernldealHomeShnw.rom �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OMMUNITY EVENTS C Ashe County Republican Party Convention on March 10 Tuesday March 6 6:30 p.m. North Carolina Cooperative Extension: Pasture Management Workshop 1st Floor Conference Room Agricultural Services Center, Jefferson N.C. Pasture is the best and cheapest food source for your horse. What can you do to improve your pasture? What kinds of grass do you have or want? What about weeds? What about fertilizer? Come and find out the answers to these and related questions. We will also discuss future horse meetings. Invite your family and friends who have horses who may not be on our mailing list for this workshop. Wednesday March 7 The Ashe County Heart Association will have their ^CONSTRUCTION ) ^ —y Annual Heart Auction At Ashe Family Central. For information about how you can participate, you may call Judi Leek at 846-1109 Thursday March 8 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screening at Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 6 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) will hold its Public Hearing on its Community Services Block Grant (BSBG) for the pro­ gram year July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008. The hearing will take place prior to the BROC Executive Meeting at the BROC Ashe Office, Warrensville Community Center, Warrensville, N.C. The (ss T & L CONSTRUCTION Residential & Commercial I • Home Remodels ' New Construction • Replacement Windows Tongue and Groove Hang & Finish Sheetrock Tile - Siding - Painting Decks and Much More BROC Executive Committee Meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. The proposal will be availble for review to the Public. 6:30 p.m.: Goat & Sheep Workshop: Breeding and FeedingatAsheFamilyCentral in Jefferson. Meal sponsored by Southern States. Please RSVP by Monday, March 5 by calling 336-219-2650. 7 p.m.: The Ashe Baptist Campground Committee will be meeting at the Ashe Baptist Association Conference Room. Serving on that committee is Jimmy Jordan, Rev. Johnny Goodman Chairman, Diane Dixon, Walter Pugh, Carolyn Miller, Edd Reed, Lucian Jordan, Ann Eldreth, David Stidhams, Rev. Chris Goodman, Rev. David Jones. Saturday March 10 11 a.m.: The Convention of the Ashe County Republican Party will be held at the Ashe County Courthouse. Precinct meet­ ings will begin at 11 a.m. with lunch at 12 p.m. The general convention will convene at 1 p.m. Donations will be accept­ ed to defray the cost of provid­ ing lunch. 2 p.m.: Splash into the World of River Otters. Community Building @ US Hwy 221 Access New River State Park Join a Park Ranger for a pre­ sentation on river otters! Come learn about the river otter's special adaptations, habitat, and their importance in our community. 4:30 p.m.: Spaghetti Supper at Fleetwood Community Center until 7:30 p.m. or sold out. Parking off Railroad Grade Road. Come on out and sup­ port your community center and have a good meal! annual Sunday EXCAVATING ]Wonn\ain Field Excavating & Mauling No JOB Too SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt 336-385-2346 .Mobile: 336-977-1312, ROOP'S ROOFING S HOME REPAIRS Kf LAWN CART Total Lawn Care Northwest Appleseed Lawn Care, Inc. Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. Maintenance Contracts by request. "Since 1989" Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 Thomas Reed - Owner 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The March meeting on March 12 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The pro­ gram will include a discus­ sion of the spring care and pruning of ornamental trees and shrubs by Bryan Davis, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more informa­ tion on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Tuesday March 13 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quilters Guild on March 13 and 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9AM. continued on page 13 Call me for any project! FREE ESTIMATES!! TERRY SAUNDERS ASHE COUNTY ROOFING 28 Years Experience Licensed in North Carolina VA Install roofing of all kinds Roof Painting Insured & ALL Work Ciiaranteed |R|£ FREE ESTIMATES Allen Miller ^336-384-3033 VYTJ AND K HOME IMPROVEMENT^ 336-877-1014 336-246-3434 J • G RASS C UTTING AND TRIMMING BUSHHOGGING SMALL BACKIIOE \^445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • West Jefferson, NC^ US'SPACE AVAILABLE C THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE FOR" ^ ONLY All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs $50 A MONTH •10-12 RUNS PER MONTH AND IN OUR TOTAL MARKET WEEKLY SHOPPER CALL GERALOINE TODAY AT 336-846-7164 FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC 1 PUBLISHED TWICE A WEEK 336-384-2063 VOYER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE^ Mountain View^^ Monday March 12 iGFLAWft NI0WIN0 j iF 'KOO'FTNG 336-384-9192 \ March 11 2 p.m.: Slide Show/Hike. Join local hiking enthusiast and park volunteer Curly Perzel for a short slide presenta­ tion on her thru hike of the Appalachian Trail. Also come prepared for a 1 mile guided hike along the Hickory Trail. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. Dress appropriately for the outdoor weather. This program will be held at the Community Building, US 221 Access of New River State Park. Program will be held rain or shine. Call the park office to register for this hike and slide presentation. 336-982-2587 6 p.m.: Revival at Gillespie Community Church all this week. Services are 7 p.m. nightly (except Sunday, which begins at 6 p.m.). Brother Mitchell Mash is the evange­ list. Call Pastor Jim Francis at 384-2560 for more informa­ tion. Ending date is open. •Sony • Sharp • Pioneer BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" ^Center •Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES Smfotf SUtimit Styenfo" 607C S. 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Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured 17 years experience GRAPHIC MSIGft - Brochures 336-877-5010 James Ellis - Owner Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! • Business Cards • Camera Ready Ads Deb Holder Caine SALES k SERVICE zenith TV'S & HOME THEATRES !h C n f ' ; e o n ys °ne'% for TV/ Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience OUR MOTTO! • Logos < A *C M A , P ^ L C T Shop located at: 245 Von TUrner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" Residential Pick-up Service $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick-up Service Available • Commercial • Residential • Customized 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units lor On-site Welding Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner Hwy 16 @ Open 8-5 M-T-Th'F 8-2 Wed & Sat Mountain Welding JVC 1 982-3335 / car GRADINC floone Grading Co., Jnc LICENSED & INSURED No Job Too Small FREEESTIMATES or Too Large! A LL T YPES OF G RADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds INTACT Robert Holman • Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 \^Septic Systems • Basements • Footers £e||. 828-773-6736 3 69 7 2 1 3 . 7 1 3 MASONRY ROI0 DE LIXG /C A R PP. XT RY Shepherd Masonry, Inc Commercial & Residential Masonry is now offering POURED WALLS Mark Shepherd Masonry Const., Inc. 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 . IHI.M l oots ox WHEELS IU CAINE • Remodel Jobs • Decks ' Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs 4c Maintenance 33g.384.4352 SeekRe^paveL James & Joyce Sechrest Referring Wave! Agent! Website: ytbtravcl.coni/srt Email: seek_res£@ yahoo.com ion® ? �TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 13 COMMUNITY EVENTS Womanless beauty pageant at Westwood on Mar. 17 continued from page 12 The quilt will be The Twisted Bargello, which will be held on the two days mentioned. There are still openings avail­ able for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. 5:30 p.m.: A public meeting is being held at the Ashe County Humane Society Resource Center. The pur­ pose of this meeting is to inform the public of Humane Society goals and garner information and ideas from everyone pres­ ent. Any and all questions will be answered by the board of directors. The Humane Society needs community involvement. Refreshments will be served. Please invite everyone one you know who cares about animal wefare issues. Also, please bring a folding or stackable chair as seating is limited. Thank you, Sharon Sweeney, President 7 p.m.: Vacation Bible School Workshop at Family Central In Jefferson. Sponsored by The Shepherd's Staff. For more information call 846-7964 Thursday March 15 7:30 p.m. Pavlo is a compos­ er, musician, and recording artist who performs a music that combines influences of flamenco, Latin, classi­ cal and Mediterranean gui­ tar mixed together with the Greek bouzouki. Pavlo and his band will perform at the Ashe Civic Center . Seating is reserved and tickets are $8 adults, $5 students. For tickets or information please call 336846-ARTS. Friday March 16 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. 7 p.m.: Session I of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes for 2007 is now in progress at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Classes are held on Thursday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. J March 23 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quilters Guild on March 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9 a.m. The quilt will be The Twisted Bargello. There are still open­ ings available for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. A CD March 25 11 a.m.: Buffalo Baptist Church will have revival with Rev. Neal Hatfield from Uplands Reach as their guest speaker. There will be special music each evening. The Service begins on March 25 th at 11 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each evening through Wednesday. 11 a.m.: Midway Baptist Church announces that Pine Ridge Boys will be Sunday singing March 25th at the 11 a.m. service. Rev. Steve LeaShomb and the congrega­ tion invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Upcoming revival for Phoenix Baptist Church .Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy Joe Blevins Beginning March 25. Prayer rooms at 6:30 p.m. Special singing nightly. Transportation and Child care will be provided. More informa­ tion call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Dollar & congregation invite everyone to attend. Friday March 30 Saturday April 7 7 p.m.: Classical guitarist Richard Easley and singer/ songwriter Scot Pope in concert at the Ashe County Library, Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 846-2041 for more information. 11 a.m.: Helping Hands Ladies Group of Bethel Baptist Church will be having a Chicken BBQ Fundraiser on Nettle Knob Road in West Jefferson. Half a Chicken, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, Drink and Dessert for $6.00. Proceeds go to helping Ashe County Citizens in need. We Will Deliver for orders of 5 or more in West Jefferson! 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Relay for Life organiz­ ers present: A womanless beauty pageant at Westwood Elementary School Auditorium. Who will wear the crown? Adults $7.00, Children 12 and under $4.00. Advance tickets available by calling Mary Jo Black 336-219-2727 days or 336-982-9055 7:30 p.m.: ETSU Bluegrass Band - Carrying on the spir­ it of bluegrass at Heritage Hall Mountain City,TN 37683 423-727-7444. Sunday March 18 8 p.m.: Blood, Sweat & Tears with Chuck Negron. Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night, joins Blood, Sweat & Tears to form a powerhouse combo that can offer no less than 26 Top 40 hits rang­ ing from "Joy to the World" to"You've Made Me So Very Happy." Guaranteed to bring back a flood of memories! Tickets (336)838-6260. Walker Center, Location: Wilkesboro Web or email address: www. WalkerCenterOnline.org Tuesday March 20 Bald Mountain Baptist Church announces "Divorce Care" Divorced or separat­ ed find help at Divorce Care which is a special weekly seminar and support group for folks just like you. You do not have to be a member of Bald Mt Baptist Church to join Divorce Care. Call the office to register at 877-01550. Bald Mt Baptist Church also announces that the North Carolina Baptist Singers will be in concert at Bald Mountain on Monday night April 23 at 7:00. These singers are from across the state in our Baptist Churches. Brother David Phillips Associational Choir Director and Bald Mt Choir director invite you to come here this special group of sing­ ers. Rev. Lawrence Goodman is the pastor and invites you to attend. 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The New reflected in water are all sub­ River travels 337 miles. For jects featured in the latest many years the New River exhibit at the Gallery of the has been an agricultural re­ Ashe Arts Center. The beau­ source, a place of recreation ty, mystery and history of the and a haven of relaxation. In New River are highlighted by this exhibit, artists have hon­ paintings and photography in ored the natural beauty, the "Down by the Riverside" ex­ diversity and the peaceful es­ hibit sponsored by the Ashe sence of our most beautiful natural resource . County Arts Council. The exhibiting artists in­ The National Committee clude: Catherine Altice, Joan for the New River celebrates Bell, Douglass Butler, Earl C. their 30th anniversary of pro­ Davis, Elaine Dowdell, Mary tecting the river. As part of Foreman, Robbie Frank­ the "Down by the Riverside" lin, Molly Gambill, Michelle exhibit, the NCNR has creat­ Savka Hill, Judy Mitchell, ed a display with educational Doug Munroe, Mary Overton, materials about conservation John Painter, Allmuth Perzel, strategies, restoration ef­ Ed Perzel, Scot Pope, Raney forts and the constant need Rogers, Cher Shaffer, LaMae for land protection and advo­ Strange, Carl Trainum, Janet cacy. "Down by the Riverside" Warner, Loretta Weaver, and Jack Young. exhibit will run through Ashe County is home to the April 14. The Gallery hours South Fork of the New River are Monday-Friday from 9:00 and the North Fork of the a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more in­ New River. The New River is formation please call the Arts formed by the confluence of Council at 336-846-ARTS. Paintings by Jack Young (above) and Catherine Altice (below) Free woodlands book offered Appalachian Voices is pleased to announce the sec­ ond edition of Managing Your Woodlands: A Guide for South­ ern Appalachian Landown­ ers. This free guide serves as a manual for private for­ est landowners who strive to be good stewards and would like to learn about alternative methods for managing and maintaining a healthy forest. The handbook also includes a companion DVD Landowner's Guide to Sustainable Forestry: Maximizing Profits While Pro­ tecting Water Quality a new documentary film by the Mod­ el Forest Policy Program. To request a FREE copy please contact: CAITLEN NELIS at AVFORESTPROGRAM@BELLSOUTH.NET 877-APP-VOICE, toll free The second edition hand­ book shares insightful infor­ mation on forest management plans, working with foresters and loggers, management op­ tions and techniques, forest ecology, forest health problems, economic considerations, and financial incentive programs for good management. The re­ source section of the handbook connects landowners with or­ ganizations and information to assist in making a reliable investment in forestland. The companion DVD allows the viewer to see real life ex­ amples of sustainable forestry and protection of water qual­ ity, our most critical natural resource. The film features foresters and landowners from around the country, but partic­ ularly Missouri, Virginia, Ten­ nessee, and North Carolina. If your organization would like to help publicize this FREE resource to your members and supporters, please contact us. We would be happy to provide a speaker for your event and other outreach material. Appalachian Voices brings people together to solve the environmental problems hav­ ing the greatest impact on the central and southern Appala­ chian Mountains. Our mission is to empower people to defend our region's rich natural and cultural heritage by providing them with tools and strategies for successful grassroots cam­ paigns. For more information on the handbook and our work, visit www.appalachianvoices. org. For Sale: 2003 Honda XR70 Motorcycle Realize the value of co-op membership! Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation, a Touchstone Energy® cooperative, wants to remind you to use your Co-op Connections® card. The Co-op Connections program helps you obtain discounts on products and services from participating businesses across northwest North Carolina and nationally at more than 7,000 businesses. PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES Watch for new business listings in The Enlightener. 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This week featuring... 3 Speed Automatic - 4 Stroke - Great Beginner Bike - Good Condition Comes With Title - Half Off Original Price - $97500 Call 982-8154 HEALTH & BEAUTY 828-759-7123 A Touch of Harmony, Lenoir 10% discount on full-body massage 828-262-0866 Alps Mountain Affordable Hearing Aid Center, Inc., Boone $100 off any digital programmable hearing aid 336-977-6272 Ashe Massage Center, LLC, West Jefferson 10% off a one-hour massage (no other discounts apply) 828-263-0880 atmospherez, LLC, Boone (natural home, bath & body products) 10% off product total 828-262-5592 Bare Essentials Natural Market, Boone 10% off body care products & supplements (herbs, vitamins, etc.) 336-846-2159 Becky's Hair Boutique & The Ladybug, Jefferson Buy any two (2) hair products at regular price and get 3rd product FREE 828-264-5116 Boone Drugs, Inc., Boone (11 locations—see below) 10% discount photo processing at ALL locations: Boone Drug Downtown, King Street, New Market / Foscoe Pharmacy, Boone / Deerfield Healthcare Center, Boone / Village Pharmacy, Blowing Rock / Mountain City Pharmacy, Mtn. City, TN / Crossnore Drug, Crossnore / Medical Arts Pharmacy, Lenoir /Blankenship Pharmacy, Johnson City, TN/Avery Pharmacy, Linville My name is Vinny and I'm 6 wks old. My mom was killed and I've been bottle fed and love people. I'm cuddly and irresistablel Please take me homel My name Is Bear and I am My name Is Bert and I have such a good little fellow. a brother named Emle. We My mom Is lab and dad and all my "siblings" have are 4 mos. old and ready to go home with a loving parent either together or been adopted. I'll make a separate. Please call or loyal companion. come see usl is collie. I am 3 mos old My name Is Zelda and am the sweetest tabby in creation. I am vey brave and have no fear of small dogs. I am 6 mos. old and really need a permanent home so please call or come see me. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West lefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com Changes Salon, Boone 10% off ALL retail purchases Chili & Company Salon and Day Spa, Lenoir $5 off pedicure or hair color Little's Health and Fitness Center , W. Jefferson 10% off any tanning package; 10% off any paid-in-full membership to the club LivingWell Therapeutic Massage Center 15% off any 1 -hour or longer service (no other offers apply) Mary Kay Cosmetics, Boone Interested in a free makeover? Visit me, your Mary Kay independent beauty consultant: www.marykay.com/tracysbrown Pampered by the Foot, Lenoir 20% discount for one-hour (or longer) reflexology session Quest4Life Wellnesss Center, Lenoir 10% off any membership paid in full and 10% off a one-hour massage Total Image Salon, Boone 10% off any service priced above $10 with Sherry and Stephanie only /10% off any regularly priced retail item. West Avenue Salon, Lenoir 10% off products sold in salon 828-265-4006 828-754-5335 336-846-7474 828-758-1007 828-263-9056 828-758-2344 828-758-8753 828-265-2888 828-754.5950 Membership matters � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 19 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0306 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., March 6, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com/" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 14 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-03-06 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/d4c7e7223a67ce5029e1192cd7fb35da.pdf 93285986afc57b6921c85c30031f802d PDF Text Text Don't forget! Friday Set your clocks March 9, 2007 ahead one hour before going to bed SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwjeffer8onpost.com Saturday night. Volume 82, Issue 20 ABC store, mixed drinks pass What happens next? by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor West Jefferson voters have approved the opening of an ABC store and sales of mixed drinks in the town. In unofficial results of Tuesday's referendum, 224 voters said "yes" to an ABC store while 153 said "no" and 226 said "yes" to sales of mixed drinks while 151 said "no." There was a difference of 71 votes on the store and 75 on the mixed drinks. It was a turnout of about 33 percent of the eligible vot­ ers. Votes will be canvassed on Tuesday at 11 a.m. by the Ashe County Board of Elec­ tions. During the canvass, the eligibility of several pro­ visional votes will be deter­ mined. Board of Elections Supervisor John Shepherd said a registered voter whose registration is not up to date can cast a provisional vote in a sealed envelope. The board of elections determines if the provisional vote is eligible, and if it isn't the envelope is never opened. See Vote, page 5A by Jim Thompson Editor Post photo by Linda Burchette Trent Lowder, seated at left, chief justice at the precinct, assists provisional voters during Tuesday's ABC referendum in West Jefferson. A majority of voters approved the opening of an ABC store and sales of mixed drinks in the town. Mixed drinks will likely appear in West Jefferson in a month or less, but it will take longer for an ABC store to open. That is according to Mi­ chael Herring,administrator of the N.C. Alcoholic Bever­ ages Commission's Raleigh office. "First, we have to re­ ceive a certified copy of the election results," Herring said in a phone interview Wednesday. That will hap­ pen after the canvass of the election results, scheduled for next week. After that, the two referendums approved Tuesday will take different direc­ tions. "We will begin issuing ABC permits, and there is a procedure for that," Herring said. It will be a fast and simple procedure for res­ taurants that already have beer/wine permits. "It will be quicker than a month if they already have those permits," he said. "There is an application online at our website, then there is a $1,000 fee and a few docu­ ments we need, and then they can drive down and get a temporary permit and be­ gin serving." Opening an ABC store, on the other hand, is much more complicated. "The town has to appoint a three-member board," Herring said. "They will start the process of get­ ting the board established." That will include meetings with the state board, as well as visits to neighbor­ ing counties that operate ABC stores—as all of Ashe's neighbors presently do. Herring suggested local appointees needed busi­ ness experience. "It can be a multi-million dollar busi­ ness," he said. "The Cramerton store in Gaston County, for example, will have sales See ABC, page 5 A Senator visits seniors by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Still missing The Sheriffs Office still reports no leads in the February disappearance of Jimmy Lee Blevins, 41, of Crumpier. Blevins was last seen on the weekend of Feb. 24-25. He is five feet, nine inches tall, weighs approximately 125 pounds and has brown hair, green eyes and a distinct red mole above his left eye. If you have any information, call 336-219-2600. Impressed with what he saw at Ashe Services for Ag­ ing during a visit and tour last week, Sen. Steve Goss • pledged his support in help­ ing the center meet its needs for the county's senior citi­ zens. Goss enjoys visits to his home county in order to keep here infdtrned on in Rajeigh. Ajlmajor issues of Medicare prescription drug Cbverage and the high cost of oil and gas are more fed­ eral than state issues, Goss assured the seniors asking for his help that he would do what he could on the state end and work with federal representatives on resolving problems. A member of seven com­ mittees in the NC General Assembly, including health Post photo by Linda Burchette Sen. Steve Goss, left, speaks with Benny Sheets during a visit and tour of Ashe Services for Aging last week in West Jefferson. Goss addressed concerns of the seniors on health care coverage and high gas prices and promised his help in working to resolve those and other issues. and human services and transportation, Goss said he is dealing wjth bills on a wide array of issues and hoping to make a difference in the outcome. Not easy for a fresh­ man senator, he said, but he is doing what he can. "I am not just some rich person who ran for this of­ fice as a lark," he told se- iors gathered for a brief ado cess. "This is something 1 beii»-vn in, something that's important and a part of my life. I want people to contact me. I can't answer ail problems. But we can reach out for you. If you try, people understand. I will always give the effort and do the things you're counting on me to do." The state budget is in good shape, Goss said, although many people fear a nation­ wide and perhaps even global recession in the coming year. See Goss, page 5A Fleetwood man gains regional attention for woodworking by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Bright yellow daffodils have shown up already in a sheltered part of the yard and Ken Sevensky smiles to think of the warm weather just ahead. The Fleetwood home he shares with wife Kristin and children Emma Kate, 6, Hatch, 4, and Curtis, 4 months, is just the kind of mountain place he and Kristin dreamed of when they moved back to North Carolina years ago after living in Ohio. That peaceful setting may get just a bit busier this spring as people reading the latest edition of Southern Liv­ ing discover Ken's passion for woodwork and come looking for his rustic furniture and crafts. His work is featured in the Carolina Living section of the March edition, and also in the September/October 2006 edition of Blue Ridge Country magazine. Woodworking is nothing Contact Us ' mail: ferson Post ). Box 808 Jefferson, NC 28694 • phone or fax: . 336-846-7164 x 336-846-7165 - e-mail: vertising^jeffersonpost.com culation@jeffersonpost.com ssified@jeffereonpost.com itorial@jeffereonpost.com new to Ashe Countians. Many residents working for local in­ dustries put those skills to use in creating their own crafts. But Ken takes a different an­ gle. He discovered almost by accident a love and talent for woodworking and scours the region for old wood to reclaim for his flooring, furniture and crafts. It is the character of the wood that comes through in his creations and attracts those wanting a piece of histo­ ry or a look of the mountains. While working at Ashe Memorial Hospital's Moun­ tain Hearts Center for Well­ ness and Rehabilitation, Ken and Kristin Sevensky started planning their mountain home about seven years ago. They wanted it to blend in with the environment so the use of wood with character was top priority. Ken said a neighbor had a small build­ ing about to fall down, and he asked if he could use the lum­ ber for his house. Permission was granted, and a new tradi­ tion began. That wood became their home's staircase, and Ken said he discovered others who would gladly provide him with wood from old buildings if he was willing to take them down. Before long, he had quite a stock built up at the house and wondered what to do with it. At first, he began selling the reclaimed wood to those wanting it for their own projects. Then someone asked him to build a table. He had taught himself to work with the wood, wanting to learn to make things rather than buy them, and so began enjoying in his spare time a hobby that was soon to become his busi­ ness. "We had been in the house a couple of years by then, and it got to be too much with this and the hospital jobs, so Kris­ tin and I decided to give it a go," Ken said. "Its two years now and we've really dug our Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,188 U.S. service people killed (as of 3/7) 23,924 U.S. service people wounded (as of 3/7) heels in, cheating a business and advertising. We started this really around 2000 as a side job and we're still here. To me, that's a good sign. Our customer base has grown ev­ ery year." Business may just blossom as quickly as the daffodils with the exposure in a region­ al magazine like Southern Living. Ashe County has done nothing but grow in popular­ ity in recent years as people "down the mountain" discover the intrinsic beauty of the mountains and the creativity of the residents. Named for the gum trees in the area and for a weathervane resembling a pig that Kristin gave to Ken, Gum Ridge Mill & Flying Pig Fur­ niture is memorable for lo­ cals as well as visitors. Ken said people remember the pig. The old saying of "when pigs fly" used when people aren't sure something will actually See Wood, page 5A Post photo by Linda Burchette Ken Sevensky and his wife Kristin's Fleetwood family business of Gum Ridge Mill & Flying Pig Furniture, creating flooring, furniture and crafts from reclaimed wood, is'featured in the latest edition of Southern Living magazine and a fall 2006 edition of Blue Ridge Country. Miss Ashe County Pageant It's that time again! The 2007 Tiny Miss, Little Miss, Junior Miss, and Miss Ashe County Pageant will be held on Saturday, April 14 at 6 p.m. at the Ashe Civic Center. This year's pageant will include an all new age division (Tiny Miss) for girls in grades 1-3. Other age divisions will be Little Miss (grades 4-6), Junior Miss (grades 7-8), and Miss (grades 9-12). Mandatory competitions for all age divisions include Beauty and Sportswear. Optional com­ petitions will be Photogenic and Talent. There will be separate awards given for the optional competitions, so girls do not have to compete in these two categories in order to win their age division title. For more information or an application for this year's pageant, contact Lisa Osborne, pag­ eant director, at 982-3603 (home), or 977-0909 (cell), or via email: Lisaoz@skybest.com. �9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS Ashe County Little Theatre presents Catfish Moon i r' ASHE COUNTY LITTLE THEATRE Mark your calendars now for Ashe County Little The­ atre's spring production of Catfish Moon. Directed by Jeff Dreyer, and produced by Tyler Cloherty, Catfish Moon will open on March 29, with additional performances on March 30 and March 31 and a Sunday matinee on April l.You won't want to miss this opportunity to visit a slice of the old South, where "Oldtimers see that vellow light falling down out of the mid­ night sky, just bright enough to make the lizard moss glow up in the top of a sweet gum, and they knew the fish would be bit­ ing." Catfish Moon was written by Laddy Sartin and was pre­ sented at the Kennedy Cen­ ter for the Performing Arts, in Washing DC, as a finalist in the Kennedy Center Amer­ ican College Theatre Festival on April 17,1995. It was later presented at the Charlotte Repertory Theatre in Char­ lotte, NC in February, 1996. The show is full of nos­ talgic humor as four middle aged adults try to recapture their youth. From Curley, the leader of the group, to Gordon, We Care thanks you Hodges and Faircloth announce engagement Dayne and Sherrie Hodges of West Jefferson are pleased to announce the engage­ ment of their daughter, Holly Lynn Hodges, to Jason Kyle Faircloth, son of James and Donna Faircloth, also of West Jefferson. Holly is a 2003 graduate of Ashe County High School A big THANKS goes out to everyone who made the "Keep the Heat On" fundraiser such a success. The money raised will be used to assist with the emergency fuel and electric­ ity needs of our citizens. Everyone who ate with us enjoyed the food, entertain­ ment, and fellowship It would have been impos­ sible for the We Care Planning Committee to do this without the assistance of a number of individuals, groups, and busi­ nesses. Special thanks go to the following: Dr. Keith Frank­ lin and the Jefferson United Methodist Church, WKSK, the Jefferson Post, Hardees, the Mountain Times, Smokey Mountain Barbeque, Winner's Circle, Wendy's, the River- view Red Hatters, Jerry and Dorothy Jeremiah, Mountain Overtones, Steel Magnolias, Wayne Henderson, Herb Key and friends, and the many volunteers who helped pre­ pare and serve the food. We appreciate all of you who made the extra financial con­ tributions! If you would like to be a part of the We Care Planning Committee, call the BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Office in Warrensville at 384-4543 for more information, or come by the office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. We Care is the fund rais­ ing arm of BROC with a 501c-3 for charitable donations. Ashe County people are most wonderful! *ioo* and will receive her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing form Lenoir Rhyne College in May. Jason is a 2002 graduate of Ashe County High School and is pursuing a degree in Electrical/Industrial Tech­ nology from Catawba Valley Community College. A spring 2008 wedding is planned. If you have an engagement, wedding or anniversary you would like to see in the Jeffer­ cott rothers son post, please call 846-7164 or come by our * office from: XLLLL • • 11 — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Fleetwood • 336-877-1702 www.trane.com Birth annoucements Veda Yelton and Greg Jon Shaw of West Jefferson, Johnson of Fleetwood are Lisa Seagle of Laurel Springs, proud to announce the an* Lance and Patti Seagle birth of their daughter, of Fleetwood. Raven Xavior Elena Johnson, on February Seagle and Samara Madison 22, 2007. She was born at Seagle welcomed Athena Watauga Medical Center and Justice home. weighed six pounds and four Alicia Denise Scott and Zeb ounces. Vance Pritchard of Jefferson Nancy and Robert Lewis are proud to announce the of Creston are proud to birth of their son, Aiden announce the birth of their Vance Pritchard. He was son, Boy Lewis, on February born on February 28, 2007 22, 2007. He was born at at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Watauga Medical Center and He was 20 inches long and weighed six pounds and ten weighed eight pounds and ounces. three ounces. His grandpar­ April Danielle Billings and ents are John and Dianne Randy Reaves Snow Jr. of Absher of Laurel Springs and West Jefferson are proud to Monte and Carolyn Pritchard. announce the birth of their Cadence and Troy Scott, and daughter, Kiera Ann Snow. Megan and Emily Pritchard She weighed six pounds and welcomed Aiden Vance home. was 18.5 inches long. She April and Richard Long of was born at Ashe Memorial Glendale Springs are proud Hospital on February 27, to announce the birth of their 2007. Her grandparents son, Austin Scott Long. He are Danny Billings, Regina was born at Ashe Memorial Billings, Lisa Gonzalez, and Hospital on March 2, 2007. Antonio Gonzalez. He was 17.8 inches long and Beth Myers and Daniel weighed six pounds and 1.8 Hamm of Lansing are proud ounces. His grandparents are to announce the birth of their Jack and Joann Horton and son, Alex Blake Hamm. He Leonard and Mary Burrows. was born on March 1, 2007, David and Sarah Wilson of at Ashe Memorial Hospital. West Jefferson are proud to He weighed seven pounds announce the birth of their and 2.4 ounces, and was 20 daughter, Rayanna Elizabeth inches long. His grandpar­ Wilson, born February 8, ents are Elizabeth Myers 2007 at 1:03 pm. at Watauga and Clarence Myers, Laura Medical Center. She weighed Van Orden, David Hamm, six pounds and ten ounces, Jared Van Orden, and James and was 18 and 3/4's inches Rhoten. His brother, Chandler long. Her grandparents are Boggs, welcomed him home. David and Norma Wilson Kelly Mullis and Thomas of West Jefferson. Tammy Mullis Jr. of Todd are proud Painter of Vilas, N.C. and to announce the birth of their Tommy Hodges of West daughter, Elizabeth Grace Jefferson. Her greatgrandMullis. She was born at parents are Kyle and Shirley Ashe Memorial Hospital on Vannoy of West Jefferson and March 6, 2007. She was 20 Ray and Shirley Wilson of inches long and weighed six Eldersberg, Maryland. pounds and fifteen ounces. Her grandparents are Mack and Glenda Goodman, and Tommy and Wilma Mullis. Her great grandparents are Francis Mullis, and Ray and Ella Mae Eller. Her brother, Matthew Mullis, and sister, Daisy Anne Mullis, welcomed Elizabeth Grace home. Sharon Lynn Hughes and Charles Dillon Seagle of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Athena Justice Seagle. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on March 5, 2007. She weighed five pounds and three ounces and was 18 inches long. Her grandparents are Juanita and Rayanna Elizabeth Wilson a "teddy bear king of guy," to Frog, a good guy with a quick temper, the shared experienc­ es of a bygone era take them back to the dock at the lake to try to recapture what they have lost. Add to the mix of three old friends, Betty, and you have the making of con­ flict: she is the sister of one, the ex-wife of another and the girlfriend of a third. Catfish Moon is not just superficial laughs; it has its own poignant moments as the four battle old weakness­ es and try to find a common ground upon which they can build their cur­ connec­ rent tions. All performances will be held at the Ashe Civic Center. Reserved seat­ ing for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for stu­ dents; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, ei­ ther in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846ARTS. Your independent Trane Comfort Specialist offers you... • 24-Hour Emergency Service • Residential & Commercial Installations • Preventive Maintenance & Repairs • 6 months same as cash financing (with approved credit) . Financing available Tom Johnson and grandson, Mark Johnson Tom Johnson turns 92 Tom Johnson of Laurel Springs turned 92 on Febru­ ary 10, 2007. Tom celebrated his birthday at home with his wife, Evon Johnson, grandson Mark Johnson and granddaughter-in-law Kari John­ son. Tom enjoys planting a gar­ den, a good game of dominoes and visiting the gang at the Stop and Shop everyday. Hap­ py Birthday, Tom. God bless you, and many more. Love Your Family We install Trane XLi inode/s. Itb Hard lb Stop AThine' Get in the Game! with Carolina West Wireless! MOTOROLA RAZR • Text messaging • Integrated speakerphone • Speed dial • M3 hearing aid compatible After $ 4 0 mail-in r e b a t e a n d $ 2 0 instant r e b a t e L i mi t e d t i m e o n l y ! - Retail Locations West Jefferson Skyline Telephone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N West Jefferson 1447 Mt. Jefferson Rd Agents T&D Satellite Magic Video Tony Lyall West Jefferson West Jefferson 424 E. Main St. 948 Hwy 221 Business 336-2465605 336-846-3601 ' Requires 2 year contract on qualified rate plan. Retail price is $199. While supplies last. Certain restrictions apply. See store for details. Carolina West ^—Wireless 800-235-5007 www.carolinawest.com �FRIDAY, MARCH 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Rep. Tarleton shares latest news from Raleigh by Rep. CullieTarleton Special to the Post The pace of work has in­ creased considerably at the General Assembly. Commit­ tees are now meeting each day to discuss and consider the first batches of bills for the year. My colleagues and I continue to work feverously to draft and introduce legisla­ tion on topics related to our districts or statewide issues. Legislators on the House and Senate Appropriations Com­ mittees also began discussing and combing through Gov­ ernor Mike Easley's budget, which was released late last week. I had two Appropria­ tion Committee meetings this week along with three Ap­ propriation Sub Committee meetings on Education, an Agriculture meeting and an Energy and Energy Efficiency committee meeting. Members of the House and Senate have introduced close to 900 pieces of legislation during the first five weeks of the 2007 session, which start­ ed on January 24- and there's no sign of letting up anytime soon. Legislators have until March 28th to introduce local bills and May 9th to introduce bills related to the budget. This week, legislators in­ troduced bills on a wide range of topics, including tax credits for parents, health care ben­ efits for dislocated workers, establishing a mentoring pro­ gram for new school princi­ pals and phasing out mercury in childhood vaccines. See the list below for some of the bills I either sponsored or co-spon­ sored this week. The number of visitors each day at the General Assembly also continues to increase as we delve into more important issues and begin work on the budget. School children, advo­ cacy groups, average citizens and lobbyists from across the state walk the halls of the Legislative Building in order to meet with Representatives and Senators. All residents of the 93rd district in Ashe and Watauga are encouraged to come to Raleigh while we're in session - and be sure to let me know when you're coming or stop by my office to say hello. Please remember that you can learn more about the Gen­ eral Assembly by visiting www. ncleg.net. Our newly updated website allows citizens to lis­ ten in on each day's legislative session, committee meetings and press conferences, learn more about introduced leg­ islation, and view each day's schedule and list of bills to be voted on. The House will be back in session on Monday night at 7 pm. Budget Discussions Begin Governor Easley unveiled his budget to the media last Thursday, and my colleagues and I got a lengthy briefing on his spending proposal on Post file photo Rep. CullieTarleton Tuesday from administra­ tion officials. Now that we have the governor's budget recommendations, the vari­ ous House and Senate budget subcommittees have started discussions and debate on the numerous state programs and funding levels. I had briefings this week on Education Ap­ propriations including public schools, community colleges and universities. Over the next several months, the House and Sen­ ate will pass their own budget proposals, in hopes of reaching a compromise and passing a final budget before the start of the new fiscal year on July 1. NC's Graduation Rate On Wednesday, the State Department of Public Instruc­ tion released updated infor­ mation on North Carolina's graduation rate, which was very alarming and must be improved upon by elected officials, educators and stu­ dents. According to education officials, 68.1 percent of fresh­ men who entered high school in 2002 graduated four years later; however, they also cau­ tioned against assuming that the approximately 32 percent of students dropped out since they may have graduated in more than four years or ob­ tained their GED at a com­ munity college. Further, the data does not track students who may have transferred to another school after the ninth grade. This is the first time North Carolina officials have re­ leased the so-called "cohort" graduation rate, which is a new measure approved by the National Governor's Associa­ tion. Eventually all 50 states will switch to this new way of reporting graduation rates. In previous years, North Caroli­ na used a different method to calculate its graduation rate, which had been estimated at close to 90 percent.Clearly this is an area we must improve on. High school drop outs will have a very difficult time com­ peting in today's economy. We need to encourage our young people to stay in school. House Rules: Greater Debate, More Openness and Transparency After weeks of discussions with Democrats and Republi­ cans, as well as various advo­ cacy groups pushing reforms, House Speaker Joe Hackney on Wednesday announced the rules that the House will abide by during the next two years. The Speaker said the new rules will "ensure greater debate, openness and trans­ parency in the way we do busi­ ness in the House of Repre­ sentatives. The rules that will govern the House during the next two years will allow us to accomplish our legislative goals regarding education, health care, our economy and other important issues while also strengthening the trust and confidence of the people of North Carolina, which must be our top priority each and every day." Update from the Committees A bill (House Bill 265) that would create a "highrisk" health insurance pool for chronically ill people who aren't insured or can't afford coverage was approved on Tuesday by the House Health Committee, the first of several panels that must sign off on it before it goes to all House members for a vote. The next stop is the Insurance Com­ mittee. The bill would create a pool to allow people with highrisk health conditions to get health insurance at more af­ fordable rates. The pool would be funded through enrollee premiums and insurer assess­ ments. A similar bill was ap­ proved by the House last year, but the Senate did not consid­ er it before adjournment. The House Health Com­ mittee approved legislation (House Bill 24) on Thursday that would ban smoking in state government buildings. This ban would cover all build­ ings owned, leased or used by state government agencies. Last year, lawmakers out­ lawed smoking inside General Assembly buildings. The Judiciary I Commit­ tee approved several bills this week, which seek to reduce do­ mestic violence and increase criminal penalties. House Bill 47, Violate Order/Possess Deadly Weapon Felony, would make it a felony for some suspected abusers to contact potential victims while pos­ sessing a gun, knife or other deadly weapon. Violating a domestic violence protection order is already a high-grade misdemeanor, punishable by up to about five months in jail. House Bill 46, Domestic Vio­ lence Victims/Security, would determine whether security guidelines are needed for do­ mestic violence shelters oper­ ated by state funded agencies and to provide, where feasible, private areas for domestic vio­ lence victims who are needed for any court proceeding where the defendant will be present. These measures are two of the 16 recommendations made by the new Joint Legislative Committee on Domestic Vio­ lence and come on the heels of sweeping changes to North Carolina's domestic violence laws in 2004. Economic Incentives Select Committee House Speaker Joe Hack­ ney and Senate President Pro Tempore Marc Basnight have created a special legislative committee that will review the state's economic-development incentives and determine if changes should be made. The issue of incentives has gained greater attention from the public and the media in re­ cent weeks due to the details regarding Google's decision to build a $600 million data cen­ ter in Caldwell County. State and local incentives for the project could add up to more than $260 million over three decades. The new Google plant is expected to create over 200 jobs by 2012. There are strong feelings on both sides of this issue. I'd appreci­ ate hearing from you. I basi­ cally favor some incentives so long as they can be viewed as investments that will create a reasonable and worthwhile return. I don't agree with "giv­ ing away the farm". Other Legislative Highlights Below are several bills that were introduced in the House during the last week: • House Bill 388 would pro­ vide tax credits for the parents of children with special needs to help offset the expense of special education costs outside of the classroom. • House Bill 389 would make it a felony to make false statements to an SBI agent. • House Bill 391 would provide additional funds for the Community College Child Care Program. • House Bill 417 would es­ tablish a mentoring program to provide ongoing support for principals entering the profes­ sion and for principals from other states who have been in the profession for less than five years. • House Bill 404 would allow three days of bereave­ ment leave for state and pub­ lic school employees upon the death of an immediate family member. I sponsored this bill along with Rep, Wainwright. • House Bill 431 would phase out mercury in child­ hood vaccines. Currently, ev­ ery child in North Carolina shall be immunized against diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, poliomyelitis, red mea­ sles (rubella) and rubella. • House Bill 344 would amend the Armed Robbery law making it tougher. I cosponsored. • House Bill 346 would give TDAs a State sales Tax refund. I co-sponsored. • House Bill 365 would cre­ ate funds for Smart Start. I cosponsored. • House Bill 418 which I sponsored would provide funds for ASU land acquisition. • House Bill 455 which I sponsored at the request of the Watauga County Commis­ sion would provide for a local option sales tax. It's an honor to represent you in the North Carolina House. )(M X- /q a w o r k s h o y p s Wednesdays Starting March 14 "Dialogues With The Dreammaker" & 'Dimsum And Dowsing" Get a taste of... 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A reader shared this inter­ esting opinion with us: To the Editor: The desecration of our Nation's flag has become an all too common occurrence through lack of attention or caring. Perhaps a simple re­ minder will help focus the public interest on a misplaced obligation. "Oh, say can you see by the dawn's early light, what so proudly we hailed...'' If you don't remember, that is the opening line of our na­ tional anthem. It is referring to our nation's flag, the sym­ bol of our united pride and freedom. Too often you can see that symbol displayed ragged, faded and forgotten at the top of its mast. Seeing our flag disgraced that way should engender a sense of outrage at anyone who would claim: "I am a citizen of the United States of America." Yours truly, Douglas W. Braswell A citizen of the United States of America So, with a "thank you" to Mr. Braswell for reminding us of the importance of prop­ erly demonstrating the pride and love almost all of us have for this nation, we encour­ age anyone—private citizen, business owner or member of local government—who dis­ plays a flag to take time to regularly check its condition. Damaged flags, by the way, should not be tossed in a green box with the trash. Local veterans groups hold special ceremonies where discarded flags are disposed of—through burning—with proper respect and ceremony. We might also suggest a visit to the Internet to review overall proper flag etiquette (usflag.org is one such site). A "grand old flag" has been our part of the national iden­ tity since 1776, evolving from its earliest forms to the fa­ miliar Stars and Stripes. As Mr. Braswell observed, it fig­ ures in our national anthem, providing even its name. And unlike any other national an­ them of which we are aware,, it contains a haunting ques­ tion that serves as a remind­ er to each generation of the fragility and preciousness of our freedoms: We completely agree. Es­ pecially after such a windy period as we have just had in this county, there are flags Oh, say does that Star that are ripped, barely hang­ ing to poles and sometimes Spangled Banner yet wave, O'er the land of the free practically shredded. That cannot be helped—especially and the home of the brave? with wind strong enough to knock* down barns—but it Words to ponder in these must be corrected. The cost troubled times, and more rea­ of an American flag is quite son to look to our flags—and modest, and they can be make sure their appearance found in a number of stores reflects this county's patrio­ in the county. tism. Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. 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Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. PAGE 4A FRIDAY, MARCH 9, 2007 Work force To the Editor: As your March 6, 2007, editorial reminds us, the re­ cent cohort-based dropout statistics issued by the N.C. Department of Public , In­ struction (DPI) reminds all of us that there continues to be much-needed work to align our future workforce with the job skills needed in a global economy. Our economy is undergoing transforma­ tional changes that require a workforce with a greater depth of foundational knowl­ edge, along with the intel­ lectual flexibility to meet the demands of an informationdriven workplace. It would be too easy for us here in Ashe County to bury our heads and ignore these changes. After all, we are a small rural community and surely these changes aren't happening here, are they?The simple answer is "yes" these changes are happening here, perhaps at a more accelerated rate than in many other parts of the country. Fortunately, our county's leaders have em­ barked upon a process to al­ low us to chart a course that will assist us in addressing some of these challenges in the coming years. First, the Ashe County Economic Development Com­ mission is nearing the con­ clusion of a yearlong study of local workforce develop­ ment issues. Formed in April 2006, the Workforce Develop­ ment Taskforce is comprised of local government officials, school board members, edu­ cators, community college of­ ficials, and business and in­ dustry leaders. The taskforce has met with students of all levels, examined best practic­ es in workforce development, and discussed the needs of employers and educators to meet the unique challenges each face. In the next couple of months, this group will issue a formal report to the community, outlining multi­ ple strategies that will move us farther along to meeting our own workforce needs. Most of the strategies will be relatively simple tasks that can be integrated into ongo­ ing programs to strengthen and sharpen them. The key, however, is that these strate­ gies include input from both educators and businesses and that the lines of commu­ nication between both groups have been opened for future work together. Secondly, the Ashe Coun­ ty Board of Education has begun a process to exam­ ine high school reform and how best to meet the needs of Ashe County students. At their meeting on March 5, the board reaffirmed its commit­ ment to this process and laid the groundwork for a wideranging group to look at this issue. Again, this is a group of local citizens looking at local problems and finding local solutions. The board is to be applauded for their foresight and for their focus on meeting the needs of our future work­ force. Obviously, neither of these processes can solve the sys­ temic problems facing educa­ tion, particularly the focus on testing. Nor are any of them a "magic bullet" that will solve the problems overnight. How­ ever, by looking at our own problems and advocating for the education of every single citizen of our county, we can take steps to improve the results locally, now and well into the future. Our processes can then be a part of an over­ all solution, allowing Ashe County to again be a model of what can happen when ev­ eryone works together. Chris Robinson West Jefferson Several lives were saved To the Editor: I may be optimistic in the above statement but witnessing first hand the event on January 23 at Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church, I feel the statement is valid. I am referring to Letters to the Editor the 100 Man Campaign, Are You Tough Enough? In three short hours almost 50 men were empowered to openly discuss depression, recognize the signs and symptoms of depression, and how to approach anyone and ask about their well being in a non threatening way. From the Welcome and introduction of Martin Little as honorary chairperson of the event to the closing prayer the event was unlike any I have ever attended. Presenter after presenter offered information that was helpful and useful for everyone attending. Those attending ranged from Businessmen, Pastors, Mental Health Professionals, E.M.S. Personnel, Law Enforcement, to ^ctual clients being treated for depression. The turning point for me was watching man after man admit openly that he was or has been treated for depression and that he has attempted suicide or thought about it before. In my heart I realized this presentation had truly reached the right people and the message would be carried on to family, friends, and loved ones immediately. Thus my above statement, 'Several Lives Were Saved,' may truly be the case. Perhaps several potential suicides were avoided by an innocent conversation with one of our new Tough Men now sharing what they learned on January 23. For those still wearing their badge and talking to anyone that will listen and for those who find an opportunity in the future, I express my heartfelt thanks. You are truly Tough Men in my eyes. Thank you for not whispering about mental illnesses and allowing stigma to keep folks from getting the treatment they deserve and desperately need. Thank you for not walking or running away from someone who may be trying to ask for help. As Chairman of the Ashe Suicide/Depression Awareness and Prevention Task Force A.S.A.P. I wish to thank you, Mr. Editor. Thank you for your generous coverage in the newspaper and for your presentation on January 23, and your wisdom and guidance as a member of the taskforce. Thank you, Rev. Keith Franklin for your presentation and support and guidance on the taskforce. Thanks also to Rev. Eaton for use of the wonderful facility and making us feel welcome. Last but certainly not least, thank you donors for all the wonderful food and proving once again, Feed them, and they will come. In no certain order, thanks to Smokey Mountain Barbeque not only for food but offering to display posters and literaturefor their patrons to see and read. To Domino's Pizza, McDonald's, Food Lion, Los Arcoiris, Pizza Hut, Lowes Food, Bojangles, and to those who helped pick up the food. A special thanks to Frank Grimaldi for filming the presentation as he has many times in the past. A special thanks to Nancy Kautz who keeps the task force and myself on track and encouraged to carry on. Thanks Pat for the phone work, printing and typing and to anyone else I have forgotten to mention. Most of all, I would like to thank Ashe County for their willingness to grow and accept the fact that mental illness is nothing to be afraid of, ashamed of, or ignored. Stigma is the only thing that can keep us from being healthy and happy in our lives today. Now is the time to help our family and friends ask for the help they need. Thank you Ashe County!!! Jim Weaver Chairman, A.S.A.P. Ashe Suicide/Depression Awareness and Prevention Task Force Follow peace To the Editor: "Follow peace with all men" (Hebrews 12:14) If we pray for guidance and reach different conclu­ sions how do we deal with that? Which one of the receiv­ ers is God then speaking to? Assuming prayer provides answers why should one overpower the other? Fundies seem more interested in saving souls than lives. They have been loud in demanding their preferences and seem offended when opposed as though it is their right to im­ pose on the rest of us. Something is wrong in this country when "Chris­ tians" support wars against, and torturing, of people who didn't attack us. That might be Old Testament reli­ gion, but it is not Christian. America isn't the Christian nation some claim it is. It's more fascist than Christian. It sure ain't "the Land of the Free and Home of the Brave" I was brought up believing in. America has lots of people who would like to be Chris­ tian, if that cross weren't so heavy, and if it didn't inter­ fere with their lifestyles. It's time to be what you say you want to be: just like Christ. Have mercy, do not judge. Be humble, not proud. Trust in God, not the President. Turn the other cheek, instead of dropping bombs. Love your enemies, don't live in fear. Feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, comfort the broken­ hearted. Farm your fields, don't pave them. Free the prisoners. Free your selves: confess your wrongs, at least to yourself, the Church was formed to serve people who are unable to think beyond a certain scale, those who are unwilling or unable fol­ low what is perhaps the most powerful and significant of all Christ's teachings: that is, to seek God within yourself. Not in a priest or in an institu­ tion. Religious hawks substitute faith for reason and their mis­ sionary insistence reminds me of Rome, Spain and others who have done this and fall­ en hard. They work towards what they call the "Christian worldview" based on the con­ viction that true Christian­ ity must govern every aspect of life, and that government, science, history and culture must be understood accord­ ing to scripture. They imag­ ine biblically correct positions on every issue and only those with the right worldview can recognize them. This is Chris­ tianity nationalism. It's an ideology held by millions of Americans. It's what drives a great many of the fights now dividing communities all over the country. Personal reli­ gious beliefs need to remain so. Who wants government in your church, your bedroom, or your doctor's office making your decisions? If America is a "Christian nation," what's the status of non-Christians? To what de­ gree does this country belong to a mythical religious major­ ity? Does that mean that in order to keep some appear­ ance of peace, the rest of us must not look or listen? As this religion becomes more a part of public life, and creates policy, what does that mean for the non-religious and re­ ligious minorities? The belief that fundamen­ talist Christianity is the reli­ gion and every other religion in the world is immoral, is wrong. They believe that cap­ italism is the one correct way for a nation to distribute its wealth, and any other way of distributing wealth, such as socialism, is evil. In govern­ ment, they believe that "our democracy" is the only way, and that all others are unac­ ceptable. The religious right would certainly not object if they were able to transform the US government into some kind of "Christian organiza­ tion." Such thinking has led far too many of our citizens into becoming the worst kind of scoundrels; bigots believing that we, as Americans, have the right to tell everyone else in the world how they ought to live their lives. We have to give up the idea that we get to decide if some other coun­ tries gov't is acceptable. Our nation is arrogant and igno­ rant; a very bad combina­ tion indeed. Arrogance in the sense of believing that our nation can do no evil, that we can make no mistakes, since our nation has quite obvi­ ously received the blessing of God allowing us to do any­ thing we as a nation "feel led" to do. Such myths have been magnified by the silly theory that our president is a man of God. Craig Dudley Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the edi­ tor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of com­ munity interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone num­ ber for verification purposes. Only the writers name and community will be published. Letters must not be libelous and no poetry will be accept­ ed for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @ jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 9, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT ACHS chorus seeking help Andrea Spears and the Ashe County High School Chorus have high hopes of traveling to Orlando, Florida March 29-April 1 to partici­ pate in the 2007 Walt Disney Choral Music Festival. "This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for all members of the chorus," said Spears, the new chorus director, "and I am hoping to find a way for all of them to go." Despite several fundraising attempts, the cost is still much higher than most of the students can afford. Because of the price, there are only 33 students participating in the Disney trip but the chorus is hoping to receive enough do­ nations to enable more to go. With 59 voices strong, over double that of previous groups, this semester's cho­ rus is the largest that Ashe County High School has ever seen and despite Spears' and all the students' excitement about the program, the large growth in numbers has truly affected the music funds. "Our funds are completely depleted," she said, "and de­ spite all of our fundraising attempts, we just can't do it without the help of the com­ munity." To make a donation con­ tact Andrea Spears at Ashe County High School, at 2462400, ext. 124, or send a check to: Ashe County High School, Attn. Andrea Spears - Direc­ tor, 184 Campus Drive, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Or you may simply drop your dona­ tion by the main office at the high school. About ACHS Chorus: Things they have done - put together the Veterans Program, Christmas Concert, performed at Ashe Services for Aging, perform the Na­ tional Anthem at basketball games. Things they plan to do present the chorus as a showchoir in the spring concert, attend the Disney music fes­ tival, perform at local nursing homes, conduct the Choral Heart Auction raises over $1OK Post photo by Linda Burchette There was a good crowd at Wednesday's Heart Auction, held at Family Central to raise money to fight heart disease. Those visiting the site and calling in kept volunteers busy on the boards and phones recording bids and WKSK broadcast the day­ long auction to the listening community. At press time, organizers had collected over $10,000 with more expected. The biggest item was a 1999 Dodge Neon donated by Heritage Dodge Chrysler Jeep selling for $1,950. Plans now begin for the Heart Walk in May. Photo courtesy ot Andrea bpears Ashe County High School Chorus is seeking the community's help to attend a music festival in Orlando, Florida later this month. Funds are needed to assist students in making the trip. Festival on April 3, compete at Bush Gardens, perform at graduation, perform at the county commissioners volun­ teer reception in April. Fundraisers have included sales of T-shirts, candles and jewelry. How do you think this trip will benefit the chorus? "This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for all members of the chorus," Spears said. "We are planning to partici­ pate in a prestigious nation­ wide competition. The stu­ dents will be able to see other chorus groups from all across the nation. These experiences will be nothing but beneficial for the entire group." How has the chorus being so much bigger affected the budget? Vote continued from front page Once the referendum re­ sults are certified, the West Jefferson Board of Alder­ men can move ahead on ap­ pointing an ABC board for the town. This board will be responsible for all aspects of the store including location, arrangement of financing, hiring of staff and appoint­ ment of a manager, products to be sold and distribution of revenue. Town Manager Greg Mc­ Ginnis said a state employee with the North Carolina ABC Commission is scheduled to Goss continued from front page The big struggle in this coun­ try is with health insurance and prescription drug prices, he said, and while he has no problem with public/private partnerships in business, those partnerships must be accountable. This is not happening with the oil companies that are be­ ing allowed through federal policy to do what they want when it comes to prices, said Goss. The state could cut its gas tax, he said, but the oil companies would only in­ crease prices to account for it. "Tens of billions of dollars in profits doesn't make sense," he said. "They need to make money. I have no problem with that, it's what they're there for, but they need to be accountable." Goss said that while he is Wood continued from front page happen turns out not to have applied to the Sevensky's and their dream of running their own business. It's a dream come true. Ken works with the re­ claimed wood in a barn next to the house, and the house is filled with his labors of love. From the hardwood floors and staircase components to the tables, fireplace mantles, shelves, benches, doors, cabi­ nets and picture frames, one can see a bit of the past in the present. He encourages cus­ tomers to be involved in their purchases, from choosing the wood to suggesting designs. And he hopes to involve other artisans in this business with painting, etching and hand­ made drawer pulls. "I am so grateful for the support of the community," Ken said. "We really eryoy liv­ ing here and being part of the community. I don't want to retire. I want to do something that I can do all my life. I may have to scale back some day when I get older, but I will do this as long as I can. It's some­ thing I really enjoy." You can see Ken's happi­ ness with his life on his face as he talks about his business and his family. They are all in­ volved, with Kristin serving as "Our budget is completely depleted due to the purchas­ ing of music," Spears ex­ plained, "because we have had to order so much more music than we ever have. We still have to buy more uni­ forms, too, because we do not have enough dresses and tux­ es to suit up all the growth of members." Last semester there were 22 students. This semester there are 59 students. How do you feel about the group this year? "Having worked in other school systems, this is by far the most responsible and talented group of kids that I have ever had the pleasure to work with," Spears said. "I feel honored to be in the position where I can present this trip to such deserving students." meet with him and Mayor Jefferson can go ahead and Dale Baldwin on March 20 to apply for a permit to sell go over details the town needs mixed drinks, McGinnis said, to know. McGinnis said the and obtain their product from SHOWTIME! town hopes to benefit from another ABC store until the Sun-Thurs 7PM Only the experience of other lo­ town's store is in operation. Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM cal governments in avoiding problems during the process of setting up the store. The town has no financial continued from front page obligation to the ABC store, parts of the state." At present, McGinnis said, and taxes will between $750,000 and $1 mil­ lion in its first year." there are 404 ABC stores in not be raised to pay for the lasit?One key to opening the North Carolina. store or its operation. In fact, The move to merger be­ West Jefferson store is the the town is expected to get finances. "The board will gan after the Avery/Watauga ilplmitr>>cnlcUo<cMcM n t \ IctiplplOlDli revenue from the ABC store. need to obtain a $300,000 to county towns of Seven Devils Restaurants within West $400,000 line of credit," he and Sugar Mountain opened said. Then a site for the store their own ABC stores, nearly must be found, a staff hired putting the original Banner IE1S1G1C and the many other details Elk store out of business. connected with opening any Eventually, the three merged into one. in Raleigh he wants to help business. That incident also led the "It can take longer than redo how the state deals with health care coverage and three to six months," Herring legislature to limit ABC store votes to incorporated mu­ insurance. "No one should said. nicipalities with 500 or more Mixed Drinks ever lose their home, or be In the meantime, restau­ registered voters. This means threatened with the loss of their home, because some­ rants serving mixed drinks Lansing is not eligible to hold one in their family gets sick," will have to purchase liquor such elections. G1G1G1G1G1I he said. A form of universal at what the state defines as healthcare is being discussed "the nearest and most con­ by Democrats and Republi­ venient ABC store," which is cans, he said, because it is an probably the one in Boone. When the West Jefferson issue that affects everyone. When asked about global ABC store opens, however, warming, Goss said the state they will have to buy their is moving forward on a couple supplies there. So will Jef­ of bills, and while it will take ferson Landing, which was getting away from fossil fuels granted the privilege to serve to deal with this issue, it can't mixed drinks under a local happen overnight. You have legislative act, Herring said. Jefferson? to have something to replace Even though the Town of fossil fuels to provide people with energy, he said, and this Jefferson could approve an is hampered by a growing ABC store, Herring said it is unlikely that a second one population. would open in the county. "We would try to have a merged store open in such a case," he VIETRP Located in the Art & Jewelry District of West Jefferson said. "We are trying to merge iKKesisrikly Iralnui at 111-B Jefferson Avenue • 336-S46-6795 marketing director while she smaller stores in various ABC Theatre Two Movie schedule for IG1G1E1G1G March 9-15, 2007_ Cnlg 1 Week Left!^ Annual Spring Fever Clearance Sale!!! W transports the children to and from their various activities. Her marketing of the business is what brought Southern Liv­ ing and Blue Ridge Country magazines to their home. Emma Kate and Hatch love to help Dad, and Curtis will no doubt join them as he grows up. Being with his fam­ ily is very important to him, Ken said, and although he and Kristin are busy much of the time getting the business off the ground, they are all close together and that makes every day special. When he's not busy with his woodworking business, Ken, who enjoys running and cycling, is involved with the Blue Ridge Relay in Septem­ ber (www.BlueRidgeRelay. com) and the Black & Blue, a grueling bike ride from Gray­ son Highlands State Park to Asheville in July (www.BlackandBlueRelay.com). To find out more about Gum Ridge Mill & Flying Pig Fur­ niture, check out the website at www.gumridgemill.com or make an appointment to go by 2385 Big Flatts Church Road by calling 877-8888. And don't miss the features in Southern Living and Blue Ridge Coun­ try. v sy yOn't Worry. We'll Always Be Here. (f'/i WM/f\• ISwmm Since 1957 the Boone Family has served Ashe County families. This is a heritage we are very proud of. In this day of corporate owned and operated funeral homes, the commitment and caring that comes with locally ownedfamily ownership is getting harder to find. Our family is here for the families we serve and this community. A great deal of attention and detail has gone into our services and facilities to ensure that they meet each and eveiy need. Home-like atmosphere, soothing furnishings, and caring staff are all part of our promise. Pre-need, at-need, after care, whatever you are looking for, we'll always be here. Always have been, always will be. 4 BOONE FAMILY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES 2005 Mt. Jefferson Rd. • West Jefferson (336) 846-7979 David Boone (seated) - President/Owner J.D. Boone - Funeral Director �^vil vin rutUAY, 1V1ARCH 9, 2UU7 JEFFERSONMJ Christianity—the bodily res­ -The controversial claim by urrection of Christ. Among a television special that re­ the problems with the docu­ searchers have discovered Je­ mentary's claim, experts say, sus' "tomb" falls apart under is the fact that the names on both scientific scrutiny and the ossuaries were common simple logic, scholars in New during biblical times. Testament and archaeological "Joseph is the second most studies say. common male name in the The Discovery Chan­ period. Jesus is the sixth. nel aired The Lost Tomb of Matthew's the ninth," Darrell Christ"—produced by James Bock, professor of New Testa­ Cameron of Titanic" fame— ment at Dallas Theological last Sunday. Among other Seminary, told Baptist Press. things, the documentary "Mary is the most popular fe­ claims Jesus and his family's male name—21 percent of the ossuaries (or bone boxes) were female names of the period. found in a tomb in the Jeru­ So, you're dealing with a lot of salem suburb of Talpiot. The familiar names." documentary claims those os­ According to the documen­ suaries belonged to Mary, as tary's website, the six ossu­ well Jesus' "wife" Mary Mag­ aries read, "Jesus Son of Jo­ dalene and His "son," Judah, seph," "Mary," "Mary known according to the documentary. as the master," "Judah son of There also is a Matthew in Jesus," "Jose" and "Matthew." the mix, supposedly the apos­ The ossuary for Mary's hus­ tle. The Discovery Channel band, Joseph, was not found, already is saying on its web­ according to the website. site the find could "rewrite the Said Ortiz, "Jerusalem is history of early Christianity." full of tombs. There literally The ossuaries, though, are hundreds of tombs and were discovered in 1980, and groups of cemeteries." archaeologists—both Chris­ Scott Kellum, professor of tian and non-Christian—had New Testament and Greek at long ago written off any possi­ Southeastern Baptist Theo­ bility the ossuaries were tied logical Seminary in Wake to Christ. Forest, N.C., said "many" os­ This is not new informa­ suaries have been found with tion. These tombs have been the inscription "Jesus son of known and were published Joseph." in the archaeological commu­ "We [evenl have a Chris­ nity," said Steven Ortiz, asso­ tian burial site in Bethany ciate professor of archaeology from the first century (ca. and Biblical backgrounds at AD 50) that has dozens of os­ Southwestern Baptist Theo­ suaries with biblical names, logical Seminary in Fort including Mary, Martha, ElWorth, Texas. eazar (Lazarus), Saphira (the The documentary chal­ only known occurrence of this lenges the bedrock belief of name outside of Acts 5)," Kel- hold up, say scholars '"for more likely that ',1 ^ are the remains of the bib?®8* characters, but nobody ^Cal V V borimled'—although tempted) is willing to r<% out on that limb and 8ay fuiitively that these are th^ ossuaries. Good procedUr(.Tr mands the same here." THE documentary claims support from supp^ DNA evidence scraped frn cl the bone boxes of Jesus °*| "Mary, known as master" ? laboratory in Lakehead (jnversity in Thunder Bay, tario, concluded the tw0 WeJ; not maternally related, and ° lab official said the two "mo ® likely were husband and wife S because it was a familial tomu Researchers were not able tn extract DNA evidence fro the other ossuaries, according to the documentary's website (The bones in the boxes Were buried at unmarked graves following the tomb's discovery per Orthodox Jewish belief.)' There are lots of weak­ nesses to their argument, but the DNA evidence and the way they're trying to use it is hilarious," Witherington said "You need a control sample to compare it to. If we actually had the DNA of Jesus or Mary or James, then we'd have a control sample to compare what they've done. They have no control sample, so they are just comparing it internally to two examples that they're making assumptions about. This is not scientific analysis of DNA at all." There are other problems with the Talpiot tomb claim. Q , century Jerusalem, bodies Guthrie, a professor of typically were buried tem­ « Union University porarily for a year, and the Jackson, Tenn., said in at­ Back Angels and Demons Are angels and demons real? Where d i d they come from? What do THEY Did God create demons? Did God create evil? Are there guardian angels. A,! angels fly? Are angels male or female? Do they have wings? Where did Sata CONIE from ? Are angels the " sons ot God " mentioned in Genesis ? Did they tat Children with human women? Is the demonic possession in the Bible real? Does L his possession still happen today ? Are there orders of angels and demons ? Can UNIONS fly? What is the purpose of angels and demons today? D°? Do you have questions like these concerning angels and demons? Space here does not permit us to have an in-depth study of these and other questions. However, starting March 18 at 10 AM, we will conduct an in-depth study ot A N gelology and demonology a t t h e West Jefferson church of C h r i s t . O u r final Authority for the conclusions reached in this study will be God's inspired, inerran ord, the Bible. W We are inviting you to come and take part in this study. No obligation ° f any kind will be made upon you . It will be an ongoing study for the Sunday Morning Adult Bible Class and each participant will receive class materials for future reference. This class meets in the auditorium of the church building located AL 221 Barnett Street. From Jefferson Avenue, turn onto East Buck Mountain Road hesidc Heritage Dodge. Barnett Street is the 4th street to the right. The church building is located approximately 100 yards on Barnett Street on the left. Please Plan to meet and study with us concerning these popular subjects. Douglas Frazier 0 Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail i City:. Address:. State: Phone: ( Zip :. h Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship • 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Pastor: Douglas Hardin - 877-9075 Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. fcetUel SUN OAY MONDAY t Prayer A Outreac hI Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 221 Harnett St.. (Off Buck Mm. Road) Barnett St. * Wegf Jefferson 846-3954 11:00 am A 6:00 pm and He blessed them" Luke 24:50 Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St. Jefferson. NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a m Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30 p.m Sunday • Sunday Night Sendee 6:00p.m Monday • T.E.AM. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meetint We would love to have you come worship with us. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Chunpter. NC Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Services 10:00 a m Sunday Evening Services - 6:00p.m. Wedneulav Evening Service • 7:00 p.m. 281 South Si. (jut off East Main), Jrfftnon. NC to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Holy Trinity Church Glendale Springs 10:00 a.m. Pastor Rick Miller (336)246-9642 Family Time Fellowship • 9:30AM 336-384-3391 Visitors become family Pm,or: n , TimRoten lofJSSriv!* A.M. the losl lo Christ with Love , ' Releasing others to continue on WORSHIP -10:30 A.M. ^'ndny Preachlnn Service - 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. We have a nursery and children churches available Seventh-Day Adventist Church St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Pastor: Kevin Morgan Ay Smethport Independant Baptist Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh of Warrensville Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 Main A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass • 9.00 au Saturday Evening Mass - Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM 194 and 88 West, Smethport. NC 5:00ru English A 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Mom. Mass - Call for times Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise West Jefferson United Methodist Church Office Phone: 33690-9411• Her. Lame Jones • Pastor Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Servkts - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available Pastor Home: 336-364-J1M • Cell: 336-977.1009 Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship - 11 :00AM Church: 982-9210 * Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a/• yful wot slup experience. Establishing Biblical Holiness Aiding and assisting in our community 846-7481 Nursery provided for all services Welcome Home Baptist Church Leading Worship* 11:00 AM Wednesday Bible Study - 7tftPM Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00P.M. Christ Centered Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM Sunday Evening Worship • 6:00PM Sunday Evening Worship Service • 7:00P.M. Mt. Paddy's Mission is Clear Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00AM Sunday School • 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. invite frm to Join us fir a God centrrrd. family worshipping experience. 336-667-6092 Sunday School - 10:00AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 192 Church Street "A Life Worth Living!" Wednesday Bible Stiuly 7:00 p.m. Rev. J.F. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 (Episcopalian) Warrensville United Methodist Church Healing Springs Baptist Church Rev. David Grinned • 982-2080 SunJay School 10:00 a.m. Worship A Praise 11:00 a.m. Parish of the Holy Communion Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Friendship Baptist Church Billy Robinson - Pastor "Loves you and wants you Morning Worship * 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. '( (•me as you are, you «ill be loved" North Beaver Baptist Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 11:00 a.m. • Formal Worship Service Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. 891 Frirndihip Baptist Church Rdjeffcrvm, NC Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Rev. Keith Casey 9:45 a.m. • Sunday School for all ages Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. 846-5615 Church Office or Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-5820 Nursery provided for all services Worship at 11:00 a.m. Weebiesday 7:00 p.m Bible Study Friendly Grove Baptist Church Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Deep Ford Rd.. Ixinsing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Evening Worship 6:00p.m. "Join us in worship To Christ" Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship Services en Espanol 8:30AM and 11 :00AM 6:00PM Sabados a las - 6:00PM Family Time - 9:30AM Wednesday Bible Study Clases de ESL Sunday School - 10:00AM 6:45PM Servicios a las - 7:00PM Pastor Sean Brig man 246-9031 Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Hwy 16 S. al Glcndale Springs Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship Service - "And He led them as far as to Bethany..'. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Blue Ridge Worship Center Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. • Preaching - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Preaching - 6:00 p.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. I (Missions Ministry, \yn Ministry. Tien Time) "A Church focused • on faith, family A the future" Sunday School 9:45a.m. 164 Big Piney Creek Road • Lansing, NC 3*4-9124 • Cell: 977-4648 Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Fleetwood, NC Minister Creighton Beatty WEDNESDAY Enmity Night 7:00PM All ages) Bethany United Methodist Church 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Pastor: Johnny Johnson Pastor, Chris Cox West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Sunday School 10:00AM Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM C,unmunity Care 6:00PM Kniail: Baldmountain@skybest.com Church S7t-I>5ll Pur\image K77-2042 Sefi&iaU Rapilit GLwicii Beaver Creek Christian Church 1549 Hwy. I'M Souil, • Todd (I mi. offHwy 221) Raldmountainchurch.org Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Y )_ Mail Request to: WJ Church of Christ, P0 Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Assembly of God Church 220 Lynch Cohurd Rd., Jefferson, NC ]] Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study Name: Pastor George Norris Comer of Faw-Roland A McNeil Sis • Jefferson 188 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) B to the ible (West Jefferson Church of Christ) Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 246-2979 bones SUBSEQUENTLY^^ and placed in an the family tomb. Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. 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Every year an average of 200 North Caro­ linians die in home fires, and while not all tragedies can be prevented, families can protect themselves by making sure their early warning system is in good working order. To help North Carolinians remember the importance of checking their smoke alarms, Insurance Commissioner Jim Long wants citizens to use daylight saving time as a reminder to change their smoke alarm batteries when they change their clocks on March 11. "Failed smokA alarms were reported in nearly 400 home fires in 2005, which amounted to $4.5 million in losses for those families," said Commis­ sioner Long who also serves as state fire marshal. "Smoke alarms are designed to notify you of a fire early, so you have time to get out to safety and get help as quickly as possible. The faster the fire department responds, the better chance you have of saving your prop­ erty. What's so upsetting about these numbers is that the extent of damage could have been reduced through rou­ tine smoke alarm testing and changing the battery regular­ ly" Commissioner Long and the Department of Insurance Office of State Fire Marshal encourage North Carolinians to make smoke alarm main­ the batteries with new ones at least twice a year. •One smoke alarm is not enough! Every home should be equipped with alarms on every level — including the basement — and outside each sleeping area. •Encourage children to help test the smoke alarm and fa­ miliarize them with the sound it makes. •Buy only smoke alarms that bear the mark of an in­ dependent testing laboratory. Replace them at least every 10 years. tenance a part of their yearly routines. Smoke alarms are the single most important fire protection device homes can have, but nonworking smoke alarms are useless in an emergency situation. Install­ ing smoke alarms — but not properly maintaining them — gives homeowners a false sense of security that could prove deadly. Follow these tips to make your home safer in the event of an emergency: •Test smoke alarm batter­ ies once a month, and replace •Smoke alarms need to be cleaned. Remove cobwebs and dust with a vacuum cleaner attachment. If you are going to be doing work nearby that could send dust or paint into the air, cover the alarm with a temporary shield made of cardboard or plastic. •Make sure you have a home escape plan, and more importantly, that you and your children know what to do if they hear the smoke alarm. Practicing this will help pre­ vent panic and confusion should your alarm ever sound. Scholar looks back at Viking games BOONE—Angela Gleason will present the pro­ gram "All Work and No Play: Games, Sports and Leisure Activities of the Vikings in Ireland" March 19 at Appa­ lachian State University. Her talk begins at 6 p.m. in Room 004 Old Library Classroom Building on cam­ pus. It is sponsored by the Department of History at Appalachian. The public is invited. Gleason is a visiting as­ sistant professor in the his­ tory department at Prince­ ton University. She received her Ph.D. from Trinity Col­ lege in Dublin, Ireland, in 2002. Her dissertation title was "Entertainment in Ear­ ly Ireland." Gleason has held sev­ eral scholarships, including a 1994 Fulbright U.S. Stu­ dent Fellow award for study in Konstanz, Germany. She was a research scholar at the Dublin Institute for Ad­ vanced Studies from 19982003, and held a Government Post file photo Angela Gleason of Ireland Post Doctoral po­ sition from 2004-05. She earned her under­ graduate degree from Saint Joseph's College in Maine. She told her alumni maga­ zine that when she was asked to teach a course on the history of sport at Princ­ eton that it was "like being told you have to taste-test ice cream." Gleason is a former volleyball player from Saint Joseph's. Her scholarly study of sport began when she took a philosophy of sport class as THE OBSERVATION DECK an undergraduate. She said the course al­ lowed her to "look at sport as a social construct, as an as­ pect that is every bit as im­ portant to a culture as its art or politics or economy." She told Saint Joseph's College Magazine that when she ap­ proached her academic advi­ sor at Trinity with the idea for.her Ph.D. topic, it raised some eyebrows, but she was given the go-ahead and has been researching the topic ever since. e A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures Local real estate broker completes course Andrea Reeves, owner of Regency Properties in West Jefferson, North Carolina, recently completed a luxury home marketing training course in Asheville, NC, of­ fered by The Ginn Company. Laurie Moore-Moore, Pres­ ident of the Dallas-based In­ stitute and author of the book Rich Buyer, Rich Seller! The Real Estate Agents Guide to Marketing Luxury Homes, addressed such topics as de­ mographics of the affluent, lifestyle segmentation, trends and amenities in today's lux­ ury home product, and cre­ ation of a marketing plan for the multimillion dollar prop­ erty. "The course is a step to­ wards earning the prestigious Certified Luxury Home Mar­ keting Specialist designation, which The Institute awards internationally to sales pro­ fessionals who meet perfor­ mance standards in the up­ per-tier residential market," specializes in the Northwest North Carolina market. Last year, Andrea exceeded $22 million in sales! "The training provided new insight about the upper tier market, helped me pol­ ish my skills, and provided valuable networking contacts with other agents across the country who specialize in lux­ ury properties," said Reeves. "In addition, I discovered new and creative tools for pro­ moting expensive homes and estates and new resources for finding buyer prospects. 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YOU CANT GET ANY BETTER." �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, MARCH 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS KINDERGARTEN and PRESCHOOL SCREENING ASHE COUNTY SCHOOLS Kindergarteners • Proof of residence (example: power bill) • Be 5 years old on or before October 16, 2007 • Have the following immunizations: 5 DPT's, 4 Polios, 2 MMR s, 3 Hepatitis B's, and 1HIB • Have a physical within one year before starting school Pre-School Children • Be 3 by August 1, 2007 to apply for a slot • Have current immunizations • Have a physical dated within 1 year before the starting date of school • Provide family income information and proof of residencePre-school children eligible to attend Westwood or Mountain View will be screened at the end of the current school year (exact date to be determined). Pre-school children eligible to attend Blue Ridge will be screened the week of April 16-19A child's eligibility for preschool programs will be determined by July 2007 Ashe County Health Department staff will be available on site to provide physicals and immunizations at no cost (all children under six years of age are eligible) PLEASE CONTACT THE SCHOOL IN THE DISTRICT WHERE YOU RESIDE TO REGISTER FOR KINDERGARTEN OR PRESCHOOL SCREENING School Screening Dates Phone Screening Site Westwood Elementary April 2-5 8"-7-2921 Former W.J. Elementary Blue Ridge Elementary April 16- 19 384-4500 Blue Ridge Elementary Mountain View Elementary April 23 -26 982-4200 Former W.J. Elementary You need to bring with you: Your child, a copy of your child's Immunization Record, Birth Certificate, Proof of Residence, and Physical Form (if you have had a physical). A copy of your child's social security card and a recent photo would be helpful but are not required. Call Today Seedling sale at Roan Mountain The US Forest Service will be having the Roan Mountain Seedling sale again this year. The dates for the Roan Moun­ tain Seedling sale are April 27, 28 and 30, 2007. Pulling hours will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. No one will be checked in after 3:00 p.m. If there are bad weather days (meaning snow to the point the mountain is inaccessible, or temperatures so cold the seedlings are damaged when pulled) an additional day will be added to the end of the sale. It is very important that you arrive and leave on time. Each permit holder must sign the permit and have it in their possession when on the mountain collecting seedlings. No permittee will be allowed in the collection area without a permit. The area open to collection is the same as last year, south of the road from Carver's Gap to the Gardens. per thousand. Seedlings must be "pulled" Anyone who is interested in without use of digging tools. purchasing seedlings should Seedlings are not in beds, contact the North Carolina they are wild. Permittees Cooperative Extension, Ashe need to be prepared for out­ County Center, (336) 219door conditions. There will 2650 with your name, address, be no treatment of collected telephone number, number seedlings with any chemicals of seedlings and payment by on the mountain. The cost of Friday, March 30, 2007. No the seedlings will be $115.00 seedlings will be ordered un­ til payment is received. Maps of the pulling areas are avail­ able at the Extension Office. Anyone interested in har­ vesting cones for seed at Roan Mountain should contact the Burnsville office of the US Forest Service in mid August to find out if the cone crop is sufficient to have a sale. The harvest will again be limited to bucket trucks or lifts from the roads only (no ladders or tree climbing). Please contact Rita Grindstaff at (828) 6826146 if you are interested. Music of the Mediterranean at Civic Center on March 15 The Ashe County Arts Council presents Pavlo and his band on Thursday, March 15 at 7:30 p.m. Fresh from a concert tour in England, Pav­ lo will make a stop in Ashe County to perform on the stage at the Ashe Civic Cen­ ter. Pavlo is a composer, musi­ cian and recording artist who performs "Mediterranean mu­ sic", a music that combines influences of flamenco, Latin, classical and Mediterranean guitar mixed together with the Greek bouzouki. Pavlo, a Canadian born Greek whose LOOK mo fyTjf TURNING no... family was original­ ly from Kastoria, has taken his pas­ sion for the guitar and mixed it with the music from his youth. Pavlo studied music at York Uni­ versity in Toronto and music indus­ try business at the Harris School of the Arts. He has worked in the music industry for 20 years and has performed in England, Germany, Europe and the United States. Pavlo has recorded six CDs that are eclectic in style and sound with latest, "Live at Massey Ashe County Billy, Mommy & Daddy (Maria Miller Bare) March 8 fabCouncil FREEDOM HOMES Freedom 3360 u.s. Hwy. 421 w. Wilkesboro, NC (336)973-2335 Love, g Hall", a live album with 17 musicians and dancers on stage that night performing music that Pavlo composed over the last ten years. * This concert is part of the programming presented by the Ashe County Arts Council at the Ashe Civic Center. The seating is re­ served and the tickets are $8 adults and $5 students. This program is funded, in part, by a Touring-Presenting Pro­ gram Series Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, with corporate support from the Ashe Coun­ ty Board of Realtors, and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. A Leader in The Manufactured Housing Industry For Three Days Only. March 8th. 9,h. 10th. Thursday, Friday, Saturday 9-6 Sim's Furniture will be Closed Wednesday, March 7th to Mark Down Prices for the CRAZIEST MARCH MADNESS SALE EVER HUD! WE'VE In order to reduce our massive inventory, We'll be marking down prices LIKE MAD! All Unfinished Wood Furniture - 50% Off All Outdoor Furniture - 50-60%,Off 6 Complete Bedroom Sets - 50% Off! 30 Mattress & Box Sets (twin to king) - 50% Off 12 Living Room Sets - 50% Off Bunk Beds • Desks • China's • Dinette Sets • Computer Furniture & Tons More! All MUST GO AT-NEAR-OR BELOW COST! ABSOLUTELY NO PHONE ORDERS. NO FINANCING. NO LAY-AWAYS! CASH. CREDIT CARDS. OR GOOD CHECKS ONLY 3 DAYS ONLY: MARCH 8th, 9th. 10™ PLEASE - NO DEALERS - PUBLIC ONLY SIM'S FURNITURE & MATTRESS GALLERY Boone Mall Location - Backside of Belk Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; X2Z-265-2400 IsgSlgSf VISA Sat 10am-5Dm IF- 4.1M �PAGE 9A FRIDAY, MARCH 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Ashe County Republican Party Convention on March 10 Friday March 9 directions 2 p.m.: Slide Show/Hike. Join local hiking enthusiast and park volunteer Curly Perzel for a short slide presenta­ tion on her thru hike of the Appalachian Trail. Also come prepared for a 1 mile guided hike along the Hickory Trail. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. Dress appropriately for the outdoor weather. This program will be held at the Community Building, US 221 Access of New River State Park. Program will be held rain or shine. Call the park office to register for this hike and slide presentation. 336-982-2587 6 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church on the Watertank Rd. will have Rev. Clyde Holleman and Grace Baptist Choir in a special service. Rev. Clayborn, pastor and the congregation invite you to attend. 6 p.m.: Revival at Gillespie Community Church all this week. Services are 7 p.m. nightly (except Sunday, which begins at 6 p.m.). Brother Mitchell Mash is the evange­ list. Call Pastor Jim Francis at 384-2560 for more informa­ tion. Ending date is open. 10 a.m.: The monthly meet­ ing of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 2975346 4 p.m.: Fish Fry to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries and Mobile Meals from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Live Bluegrass Music $8 Donation for Large portion of Fish, Fries, Hushpuppies, Slaw, Desert and Drink. TAKE OUT AVAILABLE at 9382 Highway 88 West, Clifton. Call 385-1314 for more informa­ tion. Saturday March 10 11 a.m.: The annual Convention of the Ashe County Republican Party will be held at the Ashe County Courthouse. Precinct meet­ ings will begin at 11 a.m. with lunch at 12 p.m. The general convention will convene at 1 p.m. Donations will be accept­ ed to defray the cost of provid­ ing lunch. 2 p.m.: Splash into the World of River Otters. Community Building @ US Hwy 221 Access New River State Park Join a Park Ranger for a pre­ sentation on river otters! Come learn about the river otter's special adaptations, habitat, and their importance in our community. 4:30 p.m.: Spaghetti Supper at Fleetwood Community Center until 7:30 p.m. or sold out. Parking off Railroad Grade Road. Come on out and sup­ port your community center and have a good meal! 6 p.m.: Pilot Mountain Baptist Church will have a Benefit Pinto Bean Supper for Tommy Trivette at the church. Pilot Mountain is located on Castleford Road between Todd & Boone. Pastor, Rev. Keith Woodie and congregation welcome you. Monday March 12 6 p.m.: High Country Christian Singles. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Mt. Vernon Church (Meadowview room), Bamboo Road, Boone. "What is my purpose in life as a single?" Meal for $5 (First time guests eat free) For more information, visit www.mtvernonchurch.org or call 828-2669700 or 828-964-8577 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The March meeting, on March 12 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The pro­ gram will include a discus­ sion of the spring care and pruning of ornamental trees and shrubs by Bryan Davis, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more informa­ tion on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. 6:30 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is sponsoring a discussion on voluntary simplicity. All are welcome to attend. The discussion is held in the lobby classroom of Ashe Memorial Hospital. Sunday March 11 Tuesday March 13 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for Saturday, March 6:30 Wh, 2007 a.m.: High Country Christian Business Men: "How to be successful in business and life" at Hollar & Greene Produce Co. (Across from Mack Brown's Auto Dealership). Come and bring a friend as we learn and fel­ lowship together. For more info visit www.mtvernonchurch.org or call 828-964-8577 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quitters Guild on March 13 and 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9AM. The quilt will be The Twisted Bargello, which will be held on the two days mentioned. There are still openings avail­ able for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. 5:30 p.m.: A public meeting is being held at the Ashe County Humane Society Resource Center. The pur­ pose of this meeting is to inform the public of Humane Society goals and garner information and ideas from everyone pres­ ent. Any and all questions will be answered by the board of directors. The Humane Society needs community involvement. Refreshments will be served. Please invite everyone one you know who cares about animal wefare issues. Also, please bring a folding or stackable chair as seating is limited. Thank you, Sharon Sweeney, President 7 p.m.:Vacation Bible School Workshop at Family Central in Jefferson. Sponsored by The Shepherd's Staff. For more information call 846-7964 Thursday March 15 11 a.m.: American Red Cross: National Guard Armory from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. LESS THAN O NEGATIVE 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY O POSITIVE LESS THAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY A NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY B NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY A shortage of Type O blood is the worst of all blood short­ ages, because O blood must be available to treaf trauma patients, as well as meet the transfusion needs of all Type O patients. A shortage of Type O is responsible for most emergency appeals for blood donors nationally. Also, many hospitals transfuse only Type O blood to premature babies, • 11:30am - 5:00pm Monday - Thursday 8 am - 5 pm Friday 8 am - noon Call 982-2158 to schedule an appointment Whether you're looking for that perfect gift or to update your wardrobe, you won 7 want to miss this open house! Call 336-977-3338 for more information. jS Yes You Can • • # W APY* $50,000 minimum balance to earn APY. Ask us about higher rates on higher balances! West Jefferson 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road 246-9700 'Annul Percentage Yield (APY) Higher reus accureu at of 02/09/07 MONEY MARKET SPECIAL Occt David VanMoy www.NwestemBank.com details Fees may reduce earnings Limited time offer and may be withdrawn or may apply ©2007 Northwestern Bank a division of First National Bank and Trust Company. Member FDfC Thursday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Saturday March 17 7 p.m.: "Mz. Relay" 2007. Relay for Life organiz­ ers present: A womanless beauty pageant at Westwood Elementary School Auditorium. Who will wear the crown? Adults $7.00, Children 12 and under $4.00. Advance tickets available by calling Mary Jo Black 336-219-2727 days or 336-982-9055 7:30 p.m.: ETSU Bluegrass Band - Carrying on the spir­ it of bluegrass at Heritage Hall Mountain City, TN 37683 423-727-7444. Sunday March 18 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 6 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC, is having a Gospel Singing featuring the Pine Mountain Boys.Come join Pastor Rick Miller and the congregation for a night of fel­ lowship and songs 8 p.m.: Blood, Sweat & Tears with Chuck Negron. Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night, joins Blood, Sweat & Tears to form a powerhouse combo that can offer no less than 26 Top 40 hits rang­ ing from "Joy to the World" to"You've Made Me So Very Happy." Guaranteed to bring back a flood of memories! Tickets (336)838-6260. Location: Walker Center, Wilkesboro Web or email address: www. WalkerCenterOnline.org Monday March 19 6:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. will have thler monthly meeting, at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. Thank you, David Sexton, (Commander) 6:30 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is sponsoring a discussion on voluntary simplicity. All are welcome to attend. The discussion is continued on page 10A We, the children of Betty & Neaves, would like to Thank all of our friends and neighbors for the outpouring of food, visits, and love during the sorrow of losing our Mom. Tp Calvary Freewill Baptist Ladies, your Love and support meant so much to our family. Thank you Pobin Carter. Paul & (Shirley Jones and Dare Miller for everything. Pastor (Sonny Thomas and Pev. Joe Blevins, your words of comfort were a blessing to us all. To Ashe Memorials MBU nurses, you were so good to Mom. Thanks for making her smile. To Watauga Medical Centers 2*! floor nurses and doctors, we cannot express our thanks enough to you all, for you guys were so good to us, and your tears along with ours truly did mean that God was in control. Our Mom was the strongest woman we have ever known. Please continue to pray for our strength during this sad time in our lives. With love and appreciation. Connie, Bill, Brcnda. Joe & Kim Since / %54 Lloyd Day James Greer Rerxita Goss 5 Ao&zi IRetutewd Ifou &<z*t ~7*ud£ Bank to mi the IndicatedAPY Hospice, Ashe Cooperative Extension, High Country Area Agency on Aging, and Ashe Pregnancy Crisis Center, Is proud to offer to local family caregivers a new free support group. Whether your loved one lives in your home, their home or a nurs­ ing facility, whether they suf­ fer from Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's or Diabetes, you are invited. Come out and meet other community care­ givers, receive support and advice from your peers, and learn about resources avail­ able in Ashe County. The Caregiver Support Group will meet the third Friday of every month from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging. Can't come because you have no one to be with your loved one? Call us and ask about receiv­ ing respite services while you attend! For more information call 336-246-2461 and ask to speak with Natasha. 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. 4 p.m.: The National Committee for the New River (NCNR) Invites the interested public and NCNR Members to an Open House from 4 p.m.-? at their office In West Jefferson.Refreshments will be provided and informa­ tion will be available on the conservation group's mission along the New River, includ­ ing efforts to protect impor­ tant lands in the watershed, streambank restoration proj­ ects, and water monitoring programs. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet new staff members and learn about the programs they coor­ dinate at NCNR. The office is located at 04 North Jefferson Avenue in West Jefferson, NC (next to McNeill's Department Store). For more information and directions, call the office: 336-846-4871 or email info® ncnr.org. 7 p.m.: Session I of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes for 2007 Is now In progress at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Classes are held on SewMMCf Ifain Northwestern Account may be optntd with $ 1.000 Of more Minimum shown above is required available on higher batsnets See a Northwestern Bank represonuthre for changed at any time without notice Certain restrictions 1 p.m.: The Ashe Family Caregiver Council, com­ prised of representa­ tives from Ashe Services for Aging, Ashe County New Patients Accepted We have jewelry for every age, personality and occasion featuring classic and contemporary styles at extremely affordable prices that are sure to be a hit with everyone. 4 Friday March 16 Hank T. Clay, Jr., MD~ Heather Herman, FNP Gary Reash, PA-C Ashe County Arts Council Downtown West Jefferson % 70 because cross-matching and blood typing may not be pos­ sible, and O- is the universal donor. Every two seconds, someone needs blood. Patients through­ out our area are counting on the American Red Cross and generous sponsors and donors to make sure blood is available whenever it is needed. You can also help make sure the blood supply continues adequate inventory levels by sponsoring a blood drive on weekdays or weekends. Churches, civic organizations, and businesses are needed as blood drive sponsors to bring in more blood donors every month! Thanks for your support of the American Red Cross. Please contact me for any questions or if you would like more information on spon- • soring a blood drive! For more information, please give me a call or email me: 336-403-1770, millsas@usa. redcross.org. You can also visit www.surrycountyredcross.org. Thank you , Ashley H. Mills Donor Recruitment Representative American Red Cross 5:15 p.m. The popular High Country Business Network will be meeting in Ashe County. The meeting will take place at Jefferson Landing. Following the networking por­ tion of the event, a presen­ tation entitled "How Do You Open a Line of Credit?" will be given by Perry Hendrix of First Charter Bank at approximately 6:15 p.m. To make a reserva­ tion for this FREE networking opportunity, email ardi@ardi. appstate.edu or call 828-2626662. 7:30 p.m. Pavlo is a compos­ er, musician, and recording artist who performs a music that combines influences of flamenco, Latin, classi­ cal and Mediterranean gui­ tar mixed together with the Greek bouzouki. Pavlo and his band will perform at the Ashe Civic Center . Seating is reserved and tickets are $8 adults, $5 students. For tickets or information please call 33684C-ARTS. a. Zk "Caring For You and Your Family is our Main Goal" AaceMq /muted. & afiefunted F U BADGER N E R A L H O M 300 N. Main St. • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-7114 E �PAGE10A FRIDAY, MARCH 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Red Cross blood drive at Ashe County High School continued from page 9A held in the lobby classroom of Ashe Memorial Hospital. Tuesday March 20 Bald Mountain Baptist Church announces "Divorce Care" Divorced or separated find help at Divorce Care which is a special weekly seminar and support group for folks just like you. You do not have to be a member of Bald Mt Baptist Church to join Divorce Care. Call the office to register at 877-01550. Bald Mt Baptist Church also announces that the North Carolina Baptist Singers will be in concert at Bald Mountain on Monday night April 23 at 7:00. These singers are from across the state in our Baptist Churches. Brother David Phillips Associational Choir Director and Bald Mt Choir director invite you to come here this special group of singers. Rev. Lawrence Goodman is the pastor and invites you to attend. 6 p.m.: The New River Behavioral HealthCare Consumer and Family Advisory Committee will meet at the New River Behavioral HealthCare Outpatient Treatment Center at 1430 Willow Lane, Westpark C61-2, Nort Wilkesboro, NC. For more information, call the Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Liaison at 828-264-9007 has also made appearances on Bill Gaither"s videos "All Day Singing", "So Glad", and "Sunday Meeting Time." Kevin Spencer and Friends are all born again Christians that believe in living what they sing. The concert is free, but a love offering will be taken during the service. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd, just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)9824840, Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743, or Paul Jones at (336)982-3478. 7 p.m.: Upcoming revival for Phoenix Baptist Church .Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy Joe Blevins Beginning March 25. Prayer rooms at 6:30 p.m. Special singing nightly. Transportation and Child care will be provided. More infor­ mation call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Dollar & congregation invite everyone to attend. Thursday March 29 8:30 a.m.: American Red Cross: Ashe County High School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. O NEGATIVE LESS THAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY O POSITIVE LESS THAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY A NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY B NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY A shortage of Type O blood is the worst of all blood short­ ages, because O blood must be available to treat trauma patients, as well as meet the transfusion needs of all Type O patients. A shortage of Type O is responsible for most emergency appeals for blood donors nationally. Also, many hospitals transfuse only Type O blood to premature babies, because cross-matching and blood typing may not be pos­ sible, and O- is the universal donor. Every two seconds, someone needs blood. Patients through­ out our area are counting on the American Red Cross and generous sponsors and donors to make sure blood is available whenever it is needed. You can also help make sure the blood supply continues adequate inventory levels by sponsoring a blood drive on weekdays or weekends. continued on page 11A in** Empire Chrysler Jeep Dodge .. Used Car Extravaganza 2003 Dodge Utility paws $149 /month 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo O^A $169/month 2004 Dodge Neon J8836B $149/month 2003 Mitsubishi Galant P^SA $159/month 2004 Dodge Neon P3095A $149/month $6,900 $7,888 $7,888 $7,888 $7,888 2003 oodge Ram 1500 D077OC $159/month 2006 Chrysler Sebring psise $159/month 2002 Saturn $8,488 2006 Chrysler Sebring P™? $159/month $189/month P3058A 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible $189/month $8,888 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser P3124 $169/month 2005 Nissan Sentra pxm $179/month Friday March 23 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quilters Guild on March 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9 a.m. The quilt will be The Twisted Bargello. There are still open­ ings available for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. $8,888 Saturday March 24 8:30 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be ottering Tanning Facility Operator training at the Wilkes Campus on Saturday, March 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration costs for the class will be $50.00. PreRegistration is required. To pre-register contact Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6166 or (336) 838-6210. 6 p.m.: FDR Dinner at Ashe Services for Aging Building, 180 Chattyrob Lane, West Jefferson. Sponsored by the Ashe County Democratic Party. Tickets are $15 each. Sunday March 25 11 a.m.: Buffalo Baptist Church will have revival with Rev. Neal Hatfield from Uplands Reach as their guest speaker. There will be special music each evening. The Service begins on March 25 th at 11 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each evening through Wednesday. 11 a.m.: Midway Baptist Church announces that Pine Ridge Boys will be singing March 25th at the 11 a.m. service. Rev. Steve LeaShomb and the congregation invite you to attend. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 2 p.m.: The Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Giendale Springs is pleased to again host one of Southern Gospel's finest groups, Kevin Spencer and Friends. Kevin Spencer and Friends organized in June of 1992 and have recorded three # 1 songs! Their hit songs and fan favor­ ites include: The Blood Is Still There", "If The Rapture Was Yesterday", The Vision", "Let's Meet By The River", "Shepherd of The Lost", "Saved By Grace", "Stand By Me", "Come Away", "Sounds of That City", and many more. They have been awarded the two highest hon­ ors for a new group to receive - The Singing News "Horizon Group of the Year" and the Gospel Voice "Sunrise Group of the Year". They currently sing 280 concerts per year in 30 different states, Canada, the Virgin Islands, Honduras, can be heard on gospel radio throughout the United States, and can be seen on many different Christian TV sta­ tions including GMT (Gospel Music Television), The group L200 J8931A $8,888 $8,888 $9,488 2005 Nissan Sentra PSOSS $179 /month 2005 Nissan Sentra $179/month 2004 Ford Ranger P3100 $239/month $9,888 2004 Acura RSX D914BA $279/month 2007 Dodge Caliber P3097 $269/month $9,888 $9,888 $13,488 $14,888 2005 Nissan Altima mmc $289/month P3078 2006 Chrysler Sebring GTC Convertible $279/month pw 2006 Chrysler Sebring GTC Convertible $279/month 2002 Dodge Quad-Cab W23IA $299/month 15,488 2006 Jeep Liberty 3 to choose from pans $299/month $16,888 $14,995 | •m • H • P 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 d946oai $299/month $15,888 D9040A 2003 Dodge Dakota Quad-Cab $319/month $16,995 $15,995 $18,488 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 D9460A $309/month 2006 Dodge Dakota ST D9433A $319/month 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 wn2A $359 /month $19,488 $17,995 $19,888 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel MMIA 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel D9191A $28,995 $33,900 All payments and prices include S2.000 cash down or trade of equal value plus tax. tag & doc, AOC on approved credit. APR terms vary depending on miles and model. Call dealer for details. SALES HOURS: FIVE STAR Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. • Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. & 0 0 0 IV SERVICE & PARTS HOURS: It's Better. We'll Prove It. Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • Saturday 8:00 a.m.-Noon Five Star Winner For Customer Service r,9h' ASK FOR Tim Harrold-General Manager • Michael Wyatt-F&l Manager CHRYSLER •JEEP • DODGE 1-877-781-4110 Lot #2 336-903-1076 Internet Sales - Scott Watts and Josh Harrold Jeft M.J." Jolnes—Used Car Manager Sales Manager—Chris Sheets Sales and Leasing Representatives - Jamie Marion. Matt Wyatt. Al Martinez. Randy Snyder. Frank Garcia. Roger Eich www.emplredodge.com ~ �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 11A FRIDAY, MARCH 9, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Ashe County Little Theatre presents Catfish Moon continued from page 10A Churches, civic organizations, and businesses are needed as blood drive sponsors to bring in more blood donors every month! Thanks for your support of the American Red Cross. Please contact me for any questions or if you would like more information on spon­ soring a blood drive! For more information, please give me a call or email me: 336-403-1770, millsas@usa. redcross.org. You can also visit www.surrycountyredcross.org. Thank you , Ashley H. Mills Donor Recruitment Representative American Red Cross + American Red Cross Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS 1 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute will be sponsor­ ing a free showing of An Inconvenient Truth at Ashe County Library on Saturday, March 31 at 1 p.m. in West Jefferson. There will also be opportunity for discussion as well as sign ups for a brand new four-session Global Warming course they will be offering in the weeks and months to follow. This is a free program, open to the public. For addi­ tional information, please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Sunda day April 1 il Together, we can save a life 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Friday March 30 7 p.m.: Classical guitarist Richard Easley and singer/ songwriter Scot Pope in concert at the Ashe County Library, Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 846-2041 for more information. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 2 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly presents Catfish Moon Sunday mati­ nee Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Monday April 2 6:30 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is sponsoring a discussion on voluntary simplicity. All are welcome to attend. The discussion is held in the lobby classroom of Ashe Memorial Hospital. Thursday April 5 6:30 p.m.: Disabled American Veterans will have their Bingo game at Family Central. Thank you, Buddy Greer, (Commander) 336982-3743 Saturday April 7 11 a.m.: Helping Hands Ladies Group of Bethel Baptist Church will be having a Chicken BBQ Fundraiser on Nettle Knob Road in West Jefferson. Half a Chicken, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, Drink and Dessert for $6.00. Proceeds go to helping Ashe County Citizens in need. We Will Deliver for orders of 5 or more in West Jefferson! Ongoing Events Our elementary schools need your help! Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for children in conjunc­ tion with a visiting author pro­ gram about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336-9824200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 2975346 Westwood Elementary is currently having a "Phone Raiser" and we need your help! We are collecting used cell phones to be recycled and make cash for our school. You can drop those used cell phones off at the Main Office at Westwood or send them in with a student. Westwood Elementary is a member of the 'Box Tops for Education' and Cambell's UPC program. Many products that you buy and use on your grocery list have them! The Box Tops and UPC Codes add up fast and help support the school. You can save and drop them off at Westwood School before the year ends. This is an ongioing event from year to year, so help us by saving those Box Tops today! Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold March services at HolyTrinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. TheAsheCountyGardenClub meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The March meeting on March 12 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The program will include a discussion of the spring care and pruning of ornamental trees and shrubs by Bryan Davis, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Small Group Opportunity for Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Raffle to Benefit Alleghany Animal Shelter - Win our "Spring has Sprung" Gift Collection! Collection includes unique tea pot donated by Cater Pots (valued at $130), lots of other unique gifts donated by local merchants, and a certificate for a FREE spay/neuter! Tickets are $1 ea. or 6 for $5. Buy your tickets at Twin Oaks Vet Hospital or The Fashion Zone in Sparta, NC! Drawing to be Held March 20! Watch the drawing LIVE on Channel 50! For more info, call Robyn at 336-363-9187. Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions THE CHILDBIRTH/ NEWBORN CARE CLASSES AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WILL NOW BE HELD ON THURSDAY EVENINGS (NOTTUESDAYS) AT 7 p.m. BEGINNING ON THURSDAY FEBRUARY 8TH. The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. Take to the road with BETTER BIGGER, COVERAGE. Receive discounts for multiple policies and coverage for all types of riders and motorcycles at Nationwide." Andy Patton 425 East 2nd St., West Jefferson 846-4196 • pattonai Onationwide.com We Support the NC State Highway Patrol Caisson Unit Auto Nationwide On Your Side Home Life Business Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. Lite Insurance tssued by Nationwide lite Insurance Company Home Office: Columbus. OH 43215-2220. Nationwide. the Nationwide tramemart and On Your Side are federafty registered service martu of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company Attention People with Medicare: The clock is ticking! Don't wait! You only have until March 31st to decide whether to change your Medicare health plan. Saturday March 31 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Newly Married and Engaged Couples. FaithBridge United Methodist Church is offering a new Small Group for Newly Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage relationships. This small group will provide fellowship opportunities with other couples just starting out, as well as offer teaching from a video-based curriculum by two Christian counselors who are experts on marriage, Les and Leslie Parrott. The small group will be facilitated by Rev. Marianne Romanat, pastor of FaithBridge.This group will meet in the home of Kyle and Elise Sigmon in Boone, for Directions call: 828-295-8333 on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March 7th and ending May 9th. Desserts and coffee will be provided by the church, and child care will be available upon request. For more information about this small group opportunity, contact FaithBridge United Methodist Church at 828-2958333 or visiting the church's website: www.faithbridgeumc. org . FaithBridge worships on Sundays at 11 am at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive. Dress is casual and child care is provided for all worship services. The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd www.ShopDiscountTravelCcnter.com 1-866-727-9805 Discount Prices, "Never Discount Service1 Wg only use major Air Hotels. Cruises GROUPS WELCOME! High Country Electronics Experts Mountain View TV Center SHARP SONY /=W>.«r After March 31st, you'll be required to keep your current plan until January 2008. Some exceptions/restrictions may apply. If you are not satisfied with your current Medicare coverage and are considering a change, you may want to consider the convenience of Humana Gold Choice®. Humana Gold Choice is an all-in-one Medicare health plan that includes Part D prescription drug coverage and more, for a $0 monthly plan premium. If you have Medicare Part D coverage, come to a seminar to find out more. Panasonic West Jefferson Smokey Mountain BBQ 1008 South Jefferson Ave. Wednesday, March 14 & 28 11 a.m. Lunch will be served. Call today for reservations, information, or for accommodation of persons with special needs at sales meetings: Mountain View TV Center is a brand new family owned and operated business that is pleased to welcome the community in to see all we have to offer tor your entertainment needs at the new location just across from the leviton factory on Main Street in West Jefferson. We are the electronics experts with 32 years experience. We are one of the few independent Sony dealers in the High Country. The business partners have been in the television business tor 32 years in Florida and Call: 1-800-833-6577 TTY: 1-877-833-4486 Monday - Sunday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., local time. have been visiting Ashe County for the past 12 years. Now. they and their families have built homes in Ashe County and decided to open a business up in West Jefferson. HUMANA We are proud to say that we can bring the same prices and product to our customers that the big guys can because we are a member of Home Entertainment Source. We Guidance can provide prices just like a big chain store, but we aren't 150 miles away. We offer when you need it most excellent customer service and we have the best brand plasma and LCD televisions at the best prices. We are closer and we deal with everyone individually.We have most televisions in stock and we can also deliver and do set up. We can mount them on the wall for people and it's a one stop shop for our customers. We can provide financing and installation as well. 607C S. Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-4388 • info@mountainviewtvcenter.com An Insurance Company with a Medicare Advantage contract to offer a Private Fee-for-Service plan available to anyone enrolled in both Part A and Part B of Medicare through age or disability who continues to pay Medicare applicable premiums if not otherwise paid for under Medicaid or by another third party. Copayments, service area and benefit limitations may apply. A sales representative will be present with information and applications. M0006 GH 22255 PFFS No NC 02/07 �PAGE 12A FRIDAY, MARCH 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Awards presented at Board of Ed meeting Photo by Linda Burchette Ashe County High School student Morgan Roland was awarded a certificate Monday night during the school board meeting by Board Member A.B. Weaver on behalf of her winning design in the North Carolina Youth Art Month Flag competition. Photo by Linda Burchette School Board Member Dorothy Witherspoon was presented an award by Superintendent Donnie Johnson during Monday night's school board meeting on behalf of her participation with the North Carolina School Boards Association. Photo by Linda Burchette Emily Long, a fourth grader at Mountain View Elementary School, was awarded a certificate and trophy Monday night by School Board Member Dr. Lee Beckworth for her win in the Ashe County Spelling Bee as Principal Kim Barnes looks on. Her win as a fourth grader gives Emily the opportunity to be a five-time county champion should she win the bee each year through the eighth grade. The annual county bee is open to students in grades 4 through 8. Read Across America Day celebrated here Photo courtesy of Teresa Goodman Jerry Absher sports a Dr. Seuss hat and reads "The Sneeches" to a group of pre-school children at Ashe Early Learning Center in West Jefferson during Read Across America Day on March 2. Don't miss your refund Taxpayers who did not file in 2003 have the opportunity until Apr. 17 this year to file their 2003 taxes and claim a refund if there are entitled to one. Many taxpayers may not file because they are not re­ quired by law (see page 12 of the 1040 instructions). For instance, a single person with no dependents earning less than $8,450 annually is not required to file. However, if this individual had income tax withheld, he/she may be entitled a refund and may be eligible for the Earned In­ come Tax Credit. The IRS reminds taxpay­ ers seeking a 2003 refund that their checks will be held if they have not filed tax re­ turns for 2004 or 2005. In addition, the refund will be applied to any amounts still owed to the IRS and may be used to satisfy unpaid child support or past due federal debts such as student loans. ASHi CiiiTY iUMlNi §®@D1W Saturday & Sunday March 10,h & 11th Tanning Specials Free Samples GiveVwavs Lotions for Every Budget Including: • Designer Skin • Synergytan • Devoted Creations These animals are available for adoption. Freckles is an Aussie/ Border Collie mix who was adopted to a loving home by Makensie and Maria. He also has 3 other siblings ready for adoption. • • • see them! • Come • I My name is Spot. I am such a sweet little Border Collie mix of apx. 8 wks who needs to come live with you ifyou love a pup that likes to cuddle. Please come see mc soon I My name is Bear and I'm beautiful lab mix with personality plus. I'm vety socialized and looking for a playful human roommate. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West lefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com % MAGIC @L HOME ENTERTAINMENT Formerly Magic Video JEFFERSON WARRENS VILLE 336-846-5603 336-384-3633 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 20 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-03-09 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/2928d753db08fb78aa40f33e84749fcd.pdf 702005fbd86de050ae8fda4029e5b072 PDF Text Text • Varsity baseball improves to 4-0 Tuesday page 6 March 13,2007 • Women's soccer loses close one 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 6 • Industrial League results, standings Volume 82, Issue 21 page 7 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Schools continue to expand by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor As Ashe County grows, so does its schools. Extra class­ rooms have been added to Mountain View and Blue Ridge elementary schools in the past couple of years, work has begun on an addition to Westwood Elementary, and plans are in place to expand Ashe County Middle School. As concrete footers are be­ ing poured at Westwood to add four new classrooms by next school year, board of ed­ ucation members were hear­ ing plans last week to expand the middle school. Architect Larry Greene from Blowing Rock presented two plans for the board to choose from, and described the proposed proj­ ect. This project, said Superin­ tendent Donnie Johnson, is only in the planning process with preliminary drawings from the architect. Johnson will go to the board of com­ missioners in April with a budget request of $200,000 to match construction money to be provided by the State Pub­ lic Schools capital building fund, covering three fourths of the estimated $800,000 project. Principal Bobby Ashley is excited about the planned ex­ pansion of the middle school. The project calls for an ap­ proximately 5,875 square foot addition of four science classrooms with labs along with two restrooms. This will greatly increase space for seventh and eighth grade sci­ ence and math classes. Three of the classrooms are planned for seventh grade and one for eighth grade. Eighth grade science is now a tested area for North Carolina students, Ashley said, and only two labs at Post photo by Linda Burchette Ashe County Middle School is hoping to add four new classrooms over the next year to make more room for a growing population and for eighth grade science students, now being tested by the state. Plans are to build the addition in the front of the school. the school makes it difficult to conduct experiments. The state began testing eighth grade science students a couple years ago, but results were not to be recorded until this year, he said. The test is just like End of Grade testing and schools will be allowed to make adjustments to the cur­ riculum for next year, 200708, when the test scores will count. The additional classrooms will open up four existing classrooms in the school, mak­ ing room for one teacher who currently has no classroom and a growing population in the school system. There is one particularly large stu­ dent group now in elementary school, Ashley said, and that group will need space when they reach middle school. The problem for most schools, said Ashley, is that See School, page 5 Micro Enterprise program helps entrepreneur by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Business is booming in Ashe County and young peo­ ple are taking advantage of a program to help them get a foothold. Chris Carpenter of Lan­ sing is the first to graduate from the Individual Develop­ ment Account Micro Enter­ prise program and the sec­ ond to open his own business. He followed in the footsteps of an uncle and opened his own cleaning business, High Country Carpet Care. Carpenter's success was celebrated last week by rep­ resentatives of the IDA pro­ gram. "Chris came into the pro­ gram a year and a half ago, first interested in the home aspect," said Bud Hill, IDA coordinator. "He is one of the most ambitious people I know. He came in one day and said, 'You know, I think I can do this,' the small business as­ pect. He is the first graduate. Patty was the second." Patty Turner opened Dreamgiver Interiors in Jef­ ferson Station last December, taking- her interior design business from a home-based Post photo by Linda Burchette Individual Development Account Coordinator Bud Hill, left, and volunteer business expert Bill Sharpe, at right, met with program graduate Chris Carpenter last week to congratulate him on starting his own business and look at the equipment purchased through the program's savings account. Christmas In July plans announced with music, crafts and food. Activities will also be held Ashe County's Christmas in the town park and at the in July Festival celebrated its county library. The festival second decade with a whole opens Friday, July 6, 6-10:30 new focus last year, and con­ p.m., with music and a square tinues that new tradition for dance along with events from the 21"1 event this summer. the lBl Virginia Cavalry Civil Last year's one day event War Reenactment group and will be expanded this year to. food vendors. The fun con­ include music and food on Fri­ tinues on Saturday, July 7, day evening, July 6, and add­ 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with craft ing craft vendors on Satur­ vendors, children's activities, day, July 7. Focus remains on the farmers market, dance the heritage of the mountains groups, Civil War re-enact­ through regional performers ment battle and camp tours, and original, handmade arts and music from the WKSK Colgate Country Showdown. and crafts. Vendor fees this year are The festival will again take place in downtown West the following: Arts and Crafts: $100 for Jefferson mainly on Second Avenue and West Main Street 12x12 booth if paid by May by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com 15, $150 after May 15; $150 for 12x24 booth if paid by May 15, $200 after May 15; $50 for 120v electrical service. Food: $200 for 12x12 booth if paid by may 15, $250 after May 15; $250 for 12x24 booth if paid by May 15, $300 after May 15; $25 for additional 120v electrical service and $50 for 240v electrical service. Non-Profit: $50 for 12x12 booth if paid by May 15, $75 after May 15; $100 for 12x24 booth if paid by May 15, $150 after May 15. Special sponsorship pack­ ages are available and ven­ dors are welcome in crafts, food and non-profit agencies. See Festival, page 5 ACHS Band to play at Festival Disney Across the country, school music ensembles will be packing their sheet music, instruments, flags and dance shoes this spring to travel to the Walt Disney World Resort for the third annual Festival Disney. The Disney-produced music festi­ val will return March 9 through May 12. During the event, choral ensembles, marching, jazz and concert bands, orchestras, show choirs, and aux­ iliary units will participate in adjudicated per­ formances, personalized feedback clinics and an awards ceremony. Ashe County High School's Vanguard Marching operation to the downtown West Jefferson location with the help of Hill and the Micro Enterprise IDA option. Hill said he is proud of both Chris and Patty for what they have achieved. "It's a wonderful feeling to see enthusiastic people like Chris and Patty take their business ideas and make them a reality," said Hill. "In a county where we've lost a lot of the economic base, starting your own business is an alternative. And having a passion to do it and be disci­ plined enough to ft is the first step." The step by step process of the Micro Enterprise IDA program was praised by Car­ penter. "It took a lot of plan­ ning just to do something small like I've done," he said. "It helped me to go step by step, just take time and write things down and plan. The program also helped get my name out there. My uncle, Paul Payne, has been in the business 22 years, and that's why I got into it. I worked with him and learned from him." Starting small and keep­ ing it simple is the formula Carpenter plans for his suc­ cess. He is now doing up­ holstery and carpet clean­ ing, and wants to eventually branch out into tile and grout cleaning, waxing floors and carpet installation. "I want to become full service and even do janitorial service and go commercial as much as I can," he said. "I've got a lot in mind for the business." Carpenter said his re­ search found that most hous­ es built since 1960 have wall to wall carpet, and that clean­ ing is easier and cheaper than replacement. That and the fo- ^ cus on getting rid of allergens in the home led him to decide OR opening a carpet cleaning business of his own. "I can show people what's in their carpets and how to get rid of the stains and the allergens," he said. "My work is guaranteed, meaning I will do what has to be done to get out stains and if something won't come out I will tell the customer that. I will get back to someone who calls the same day, and if your pipes burst I will come and clean up all the water." Currently going solo with management assistance from See IDA, page 5 Army visits ACHS Post photo by Linda Burchette This special U.S. Army truck paid a visit to Ashe County High School last week. Students had the opportunity to learn more about opportunities in this branch of the military through a variety of informative and innovative displays. Band will perform in the festival from March 29 to 31. The festival series schedule includes two days of adjudicated performances, where ensembles receive valuable written and recorded feedback from nationally recognized music educators. To conclude the event, groups are invited to the Festival Disney Awards Ceremony. All ensembles will receive an exclusive Festival Disney Award, and each member of the ensemble will receive a Festival Disney Medal to commemorate their par­ ticipation. Competing groups will vie for Best in Class and Festival Disney Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards. Each director will select the group's classifica­ tion and one of three adjudication categories when they register. The categories include Competition - where groups are rated and ranked for the top awards; Ratings Only - where the ensemble is awarded a rating but not a ranking; and Comments Only - where the group receives only written and verbal feedback. Immediately fol­ lowing their performance, concert ensembles will participate in a feedback clinic with one of the adjudicators. For more information about this event go to their website, www.FestivalDisney.com or call 1800-603-0552. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Mary Elizabeth Frazier Minor Lansing June 15,1938 March 3, 2007 Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Fra­ zier Minor, age 68, of Lansing, died Saturday, March 3, 2007 at her residence. A memorial service was held on Sunday, March 11, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Warrensville Seventh Day Adventists Church. Mrs. Minor was born in Guilford County on June 15, 1938 to the late Carvin Fra­ zier and the late Bonnie Auman Frazier. She is survived by her husband, Russell Minor; a Dale Ray Dancy Laurel Springs December 26,1927 March 7, 2007 Mr. Dale Ray Dancy age 79 of Laurel Springs died Wednesday at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center Stitch Center. Mr. Dancy was born December 26, 1927 in Ashe County to the late Eugene and Leona Birchette Dancy. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by a sister, Donna Virginia Miller. Mr. Dancy was a vet­ eran of WWII serving in the US Army. Mr. Dancy was cur­ rently a member of the Red Hill Ramblers, a traditional string mountain band. Mr. Dancy's talent as a fiddle mu­ sician presented him many opportunities to perform for the public in Ashe and sur­ rounding counties. He was also a member of the Ashe daughter, Renita Minor; four brothers, JW Dunning, Rob­ ert Dunning, Harold Dunning and Roy Dunning, all of High Point; two sisters, Rebecca and Juanita, both of High Point; several nieces and nephews also survive. The family requests no flowers please! Memorials may be made to: Bible Min­ istries, PO Box 226, Warrensville, NC 28693. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralh.ome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Wildlife Club. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 11, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Hassel Boyce. Burial followed in New River Baptist Church Cemetery.The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, March 10 at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Dancy is survived by his wife, Mary Schiller Dancy; one daughter, Beverly Mc­ Neil better known as Dale of Wilkesboro; one brother, Har­ old Dancy of Laurel Springs; one sister, Ola Mae Seagle of Hickory. Three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. George Howard Wood Todd July 21,1924 March 4, 2007 Mr. George Howard Wood age 82 of Todd, the Baldwin Community died Sunday, March 4, at his residence. Mr. Wood was born July 21, 1924 in Ashe County to the late Edward and Carrie McGuire Wood. Mr. Wood served his country in the US Navy in WWII. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 7, at the Baldwin Community Church with Rev. Tim Roten and Rev. Doug Hardin offici­ ating. Burial followed in the Bethany Cemetery. The fam­ ily received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 6, at Badger Funeral Home. Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to: Baldwin Community Church; do Pam Grubb, 382 Laurel Michael Patrick Joslin West Jefferson Mary Elizabeth Cope Jefferson May 7,1909 March 7, 2007 Ms. Mary'Elizabeth Cope, age 98 of Jefferson, passed away Wednesday, March 7, 2007 at Segraves Nursing Care Center. Funeral services were held Saturday, March 10,2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Rob Brooks officiating. Burial followed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family received friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, one hour prior to the funeral service. Mary was born in Advance, N.C. on May 7, 1909. Because her father was a Baptist minister, she lived in a number of commu­ nities in North Carolina. She also lived and worked in Elkton, Mary­ land, Chester, Pennsylvania and Richmond, Virginia. In 1943 she and her parents moved to North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. Soon there­ after she took a position in 2arm en Taylor Bass Lansing May 2, 1968 March 5, 2007 Mrs. Carmen Taylor Bass ge 38 of Lansing the Hel>n Community died Monday, larch 5, 2007. Mrs. Bass as born May 2, 1968 in Elkin, MD to Rex and Thelma aylor. She was preceded in 3ath by her father. the bookkeeping department of Key City Furniture Com­ pany where she continued to work until her retirement in 1995. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in North Wilkesboro. Devoted to her family and friends, her career and her faith, she was an inspiration to those who knew her. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, The Reverend k Charles Mitch­ ell Cope and Flora McCann Cope; brothers: Judson and Ansel Cope and sister, Bea­ trice Cope Ballowe and be­ loved nephew, Roscoe Cope. She is survived by neph­ ews Albert "Sonny" Cope of Jefferson, N.C. and David Cope of Delaware and nieces Ruth Cope Kluttz of Jef­ ferson; Martha Cope Meek of Indian Lake, New York; Darleen Cope Pavansky of Brookhaven, Pennsylvania and Flora Ballowe de Hart of Austin, Texas. She is also survived by numerous grand nephews and grand nieces, including Ronnie Cope, Retha Cope Taylor and Marilyn Cope of Ashe County, North Carolina and several greatgrand nephews and nieces. The family would like to express special thanks to the dedicated staff at Segraves Nursing Care Center in Jef­ ferson, N.C., for their loving care of Mary during her stay there. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to Baptist Children's Home of North Carolina, PO Box 338, Thomasville, NC 27361. You may send your condo­ lences to www.boonefuneralhome.com. Boone Family Funeral Home is in charge of the ser­ vices. A Memorial service was held on Saturday, March 10 at 3 p.m. at Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Haw Orchard Cemetery. Mrs. Bass is survived by one son, Chase Bass of Warrensville; one step-son, James Roland of Lansing; one daughter, Amanda Mallette of West Jefferson; her mother, Thelma Howell Taylor of Lan­ sing, one half brother, Sam Turpin of Charlotte; two half sisters, Samantha Combs of Lansing and Tammy Turpin of Charlotte. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to the family do Badger Funeral Home, PO box 139, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. April 11,1948 March 8, 2007 Mr. Michael Patrick Joslin, age 58, of West Jefferson, died Thursday, March 8, 2007 at his residence. Funeral services were held on Sunday, March 11, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Chaplain David Sexton and American Legion Commander Kermit Wilcox officiating. Burial will be held in California at a lat^r date,. The family received friends from 3 p.mi - 4 p.mj on. Sun­ Exie Mae Miller Mash Glendale Springs April 10,1905 March 10, 2007 Exie Mae Miller Mash, 101 of Glendale Springs, North Carolina passed away on Sat­ urday, March 10, 2007. She was born on April 10, 1905 to John and Ettie Miller in Glendale Springs where she had been a lifelong resident. Exie has been in fail­ ing health for the last few months and was residing at the Shaire Nursing Center in Lenoir, North Carolina at the time of her death. She was married to Don Carl Mash in September of 1923 until his death in 1999. She is also preceded in death by a daughter, Faye Zell Miller, who passed away in January of 2007, a son Wayne Mash and a grandson Mickey Miller. Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law: Beauford and Betty Mash and Homer Blan and Evelyn Mash of Xenia, Ohio, grand­ children: Sheila Miller and Grady (Brenda) Miller of North Carolina, Vicki (Tom) Schafer, Vallas (Sherri) Mash, Mark (Cindy) Mash, of Xe­ nia, Ohio and Cindie (Harold) Price of Jamestown, Ohio. Ten great- grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchil­ dren Friends will be received from 6-8pm Friday, March 16, 2007 at Badgers Funeral Home, West Jefferson, North Carolina. Funeral services will be at the funeral home on Saturday, March 17, 2007 at 11:00am with the Rev. Russell Sheets officiating. Burial will be in the George Miller Cem­ etery in Glendale Springs, North Carolina. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to the Glendale Springs Fire De­ partment, Glendale Springs, NC 28629, or Caldwell Hos­ pice, 902 Kirkwood Street NW, Lenoir, NC, 28645. You may send you condo­ lences to the family through our website, www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrangements. Creek Rd., Todd, NC 28684 Mr. Wood is survived by his wife, Thelma Faye Holman Wood; five sons, David Wood of West Jefferson, Ar­ chie Wood of Crumpler, Ray Wood of Lansing, Gerald Wood of West Jefferson and Mark Daniel "Danny" Wood of Fleetwood; two daughters, Helen Eller of Fleetwood and Brenda Sturgill of West Jef­ ferson; three brothers; James Wood, Rhondar Wood and Melvin Wood all of Todd; three sisters, Grace Holman, Rita Grubb and Betty Grubb all of Todd. 14 grandchildren, 3 stepgrandchildren, 15 great­ grandchildren, 1 step-great­ grandchild and several nieces and nephews also survive. You may email your condo­ lences to the family* through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. day, one hour prior to the fu­ neral service. Mr. Joslin was bon in Kan­ sas City, Mo. on April 11, 1948 to the late Chester R. Joslin and the late Janice Ev­ elyn Foster. He served in the United States Marines during Vietnam Conflict. He is survived by his step mother, Delia Joslin, of West Jefferson; Cary Joslin, of Stanwood, WA and Chris Joslin, of Brea, Calif.; six sisters, Donna Winston, of Austin, Texas, Darlene Joslin, of Farmers' Branch, Texas, Wanda Nagy, of Annehiem Hills, Calif., Gay Smith, of Brea, Calif., Polly Francis, of Narco, Calif., and Janis Marie Dedeny, of Coro­ na, Calif.; several nieces and nephews also survive. The family requests no flowers! Memorials may be made to: VFW-DAV, 446 Ashe Park Road, Jefferson, N.C. 28640. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. ^ obit,uarie<} continued on i Pades r Bower Edward Medley West Jefferson July 26, 1922 March 7, 2007 Mr. Bower Edward Medley age 84 of West Jefferson died Wednesday, March 7, 2007 at his home. Mr. Medley was born July 26, 1922 in Ashe County to the late Bower and Cora Cheek Medley. In ad­ dition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Louise Combs Medley and a son, Kenneth Medley. Funeral services were held at 8 p.m., Friday, March 9, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Leashomb and Elder James McNeill officiating. Graveside services were held on Satur­ day at 11 a.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The fam­ ily received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Friday prior to the funeral at Badger Funer­ al Home. Mr. Medley is survived by one son, Gayle Dean Medley Adelean Hurley Woods Creston June 10,1931 February 26, 2007 Adelean Hurley Woods, better know as "Duck", age 75 of Creston, NC, died Mon­ day, February 26, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Woods was born June 10, 1931 in Ashe County to the late Fieldon and Flossie Farmer Hurley. Funeral Services were held at 11 a.m., Friday, March 2, 2007 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Frank Woods of­ ficiating. Burial followed in the Calhoun Cemetery. The Betty Jean Price Bruner Creston May 31,1933 March 8, 2007 Mrs. Betty Jean Price Bruner age 73 of Creston died Thursday, March 8, 2007 at her home. Mrs. Bruner was born May 31,1933 in Creston, NC to the late Otis and Ruth Lewis Price. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Louis Edward Price. She volun­ teered at Blue Ridge Elemen­ tary as a foster grandparent which she dearly loved. Graveside services were held Sunday, March 11, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Lewis Cemetery in Creston with Rev. Tommy j2ovln$ /Hemotif of 'i Son, 'Z^uddif & TStotkei Joeu (Zantet of North Wilkesboro; four daughters, Lola Medley of Jef­ ferson, Wanda Spears, Juani­ ta Davis and Yvonne Medley all of West Jefferson; two sis­ ters, Lena Ruth Stuart of Jef­ ferson and Thelma Singleton of Abingdon, Va.; 16 grand­ children, 21 great grandchil­ dren, six great-great grand­ children, three step-great grandchildren, and two stepgreat-great grandchildren. Several nieces and neph­ ews also survive. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to: Midway Baptist Church d o Mary Alice Witherspoon, 1259 Mount Jefferson Road, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or High Country Health Care Systems Hospice, PO Box 421, Jefferson, NC 28640. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. family received friends from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. prior to the service. Mrs. Woods is survived by one son, Allen Woods of Crest­ on, N.C,; one brother, Chester Hurley of Landis, N.C; six sis­ ters, Doris Woods of Creston, Nora Ham of Lansing, N.C., Reba Holt of Jefferson, N.C., Hazel Ham, Retha Kimpel and Estie Dickens all of Elkton, Md.; and several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Stevens officiating. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, March 10,2007 at Badger Fu­ neral Home. Mrs. Bruner is survived by her husband, Richard Brun­ er; one son, Richard Thomas Bruner of Charlotte, N.C.; one daughter, Melinda Ruth Bruner of Hickory, N.C.; one sister, Judy Price Wells of Creston, N.C.; three nephews,Edward, Douglas and Edwin Price; and one niece, Melissa Fleming. 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Burr's legislation aims to help public high schools improve graduation rates by focusing on the 3 R's of high school reform: Rigor, Rel­ evance, and Relationships. The bill establishes a com­ petitive grant program tar­ geted at school districts and high schools with the lowest graduation rates. Senator Jeff Bingaman (D-NM) is the lead co-sponsor of the legisla­ tion. "I believe investing in edu­ cation is one of the best ways to secure a bright future for North Carolina," Burr said. "It is simply unacceptable that over 30% of North Carolina's public high school students do not go on to graduate. Stu­ dents should stay in school so they are better prepared for Post file photo Sen. Richard Burr today's jobs and for America to retain its competitive edge in the world economy." The high school gradua­ tion rate for the class of 2003 was only 70% nationwide. North Carolina's graduation rate was slightly less at 69%. Almost one-third of Ameri­ can students who enter high school in ninth grade never receive a high school diploma. Nationally, the high school graduation rate for white students in 2003 was 78%, the rate for African American students was 55%, and the rate for Hispanic students was 53%. "While these statistics are alarming, I know students, schools, and communities can do better. We must. My legis­ lation would give schools the tools they need to help keep more young people in school," Burr said. According to a 2002 study by the U.S. Census Bureau, an individual without a high school diploma will earn ap­ proximately $1.1 million less than an individual with a bachelor's degree, $1.5 million less than an individual with a master's degree, and $2.4 mil­ lion less than an individual with a doctoral degree. Specifically, the legislation would create a competitive grant program to: Create models of excel­ lence for academically chal­ lenging public high schools to prepare all students for col­ lege and work; Offer academic catch-up programs for those students who enter high school and do not* meet proficient levels in mathematics, reading, lan­ guage arts, or science. These programs would enable such students to meet proficient levels and remain on track to graduate from high school with a regular high school di­ ploma; Implement an early warn­ ing system to quickly identify students at risk of dropping out of high school. The sys­ tem would track student ab­ senteeism, one of the greatest predictors of students who may drop out of school; Include a comprehensive college guidance program that ensures all students and their parents are regularly notified of high school gradu­ ation requirements and col­ lege entrance requirements. The program would provide guidance and assistance to students applying to postsecondary education and who are seeking federal, State, lo­ cal, and private financial aid assistance and scholarships; Implement a program that offers all students opportu­ nities for work-based and experiential learning experi­ ences such as job-shadowing, internships, and community service, so students make the connection between what they are learning in school and how it applies to the workplace; Implement a student ad­ visement program in which all students are assigned to and have regular meetings with an academic teacher ad­ visor. In a report for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Civic Enterprises recently conducted a survey of high school dropouts and found 88% of high school dropouts had passing grades when they dropped out; 58% dropped out with two or fewer years left to complete high school; 66% said they would have worked harder in school if expecta­ tions had been higher; 81% realized a high school di­ ploma was vital to their suc­ cess in life; and 74% said they would have stayed in school if they had the opportunity to do it all over again. Senator Burr is a member of the Senate Health, Edu­ cation, Labor, and Pensions Committee (HELP). For more information go to www.burr.senate.gov. Daylight Savings is good time for healthy sleep habits Ah, daylight-saving time. An extra hour to enjoy life outside. An extra hour to stay up late. And an hour less to sleep. What should we do when the clock jukes and jives with our circadian rhythms, those biological waves that regu­ late our sleep? It's bad enough for adults, who understand the concept. What about kids, who will want to squeeze out every last drop of sunshine? The sun's still up, how can it be bedtime? Dr. Maha Alattar, assis­ tant professor of neurology at the University of North Car­ olina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, is available to talk about tips for getting our bod­ ies back on track and easing the transition for children. The time change affords an opportunity to learn about, and practice, sound sleep habits, Alattar says. "They can be for every day, not just twice a year." Among Alattar's sugges­ tions: •Most importantly, don't resort to medications just to adjust to daylight-saving time. "This is a transitory period. Most people adjust within a few days." •Wake up at your regular time, according to the clock. Even though 6 a.m. will be 7 a.m., stay on your schedule. •Get a dose of sunshine in the morning to quickly reset circadian rhythms. Sunlight is most the powerful regula­ tor. •Don't drink caffeine after 10 a.m. or lunchtime. •Don't take a nap; work through the sluggishness un­ til bedtime. •Avoid a heavy meal three hours before bed. •End your exercise rou­ tine at least three to four hours before bedtime. •Take a warm shower or bath before bed. Many of these techniques hold true for kids—basically, increase outdoor activities during the day and curtail outside play and inside ac­ tivities, including computer work, close to bedtime. •Let kids eat breakfast outside; if it's too cold, set Governor supports Goss' bill to help troops Raleigh: Senator Steve Goss, representing the 45th District (Ashe, Alexander, Wilkes and Watauga Coun­ ties) today announced Gov­ ernor Mike Easley's support for legislation which Goss has introduced in the Sen­ ate. Goss' bill, Senate Bill 96, would provide funding for 10 family assistance centers for members of the North Caroli­ na National Guard and their families and other members of the armed forces and their families. The centers will be located around the State and provide support for families primarily by offering fam­ ily assistance, counseling, fi­ these men and women and nancial assistance, and help their families on our behalf deserve recognition here at with health care matters. The Governor's support is home. The family assistance expressed by the inclusion of centers are a symbol of our funding in his proposed bud­ appreciation of their efforts get for the centers. The bud­ ' and represent a modest but get proposed by the Governor vital commitment of the would provide $1,500,000 for people of North Carolina to the 2007-2008 fiscal year and them during the deployment $1,400,000 for the 2008-2009 of their loved ones aboard." Goss concluded, "The fiscal year to fund 10 family legislature will consider assistance centers. Senator Goss said, "I am the Governor's budget rec­ delighted that Governor ommendation and the bill Easley supports the idea of which ) I have introduced assisting the families of our which authorizes these cen­ service personnel deployed ters. I will be monitoring the in Iraq and Afghanistan. process closely in the coming The sacrifices being made by weeks". them beside a window. •End playtime a couple of hours before bedtime. •Turn off the computer two hours before bed, and the TV one hour before bed. •Limit liquids beginning three hours before bedtime so they don't have to wake up to go to the bathroom. • Start dimming the lights and other stimuli, in. the house well before bedtime. For more information, Alattar recommends visit­ ing the American Academy of Sleep Medicine: aasmnet. org. — : — — , — t Our Medicare Advantage plans won't take a bite out of your wallet! 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That is why the emphasis again this year is on encour­ aging people to stay alert to the approach of severe weath­ er and to take responsibil­ ity for their personal safety. What would you do if a tor­ nado threatened our county? Where is the best shelter for you and your family? Do you have a family emergency kit prepared in case you have to evacuate your home in a hurry? Taking time now to answer these questions and prepare an emergency kit will greatly improve your chances of sur­ vival should a tornado or other natural disaster strike. Citizens can find information To the Editor: Governor Mike Easley on how to be prepared for has designated the week of severe weather by visiting one March 11-17, 2007 as Severe of the following sites: www.ready nc.org Weather Awareness Week in www.redcross.org / servic­ North Carolina. During the past decade, nearly 400 tor­ es / prepare 10,1082,0_79_,00. nadoes have struck North html www.fema.gov / hazards Carolina. Last year alone, Sincerely, the state had 31 confirmed Patty McMeans tornadoes and the National Emergency Management Weather Service recorded more than 1,200 incidents Coordinator of severe thunderstorms that Blizzards and bad thun­ had winds of 60 miles per hour and I or large hail and derstorms used to be about the only serious storms we they issued 168 flash flood faced in this region. But now warnings. We have been affected by we must be prepared for bro­ severe weather in the past, ken hurricanes—sometimes and it will happen again. in considerable numbers dur­ Micro burst winds; light­ ing a season—possible torna­ does and violent wind storms. ning, heavy rains and flash floods will again damage Our weather is changing— homes, farms and. businesses. and getting even more com­ Unfortunately, many people plicated—and preparation is likely wil( be injured or even necessary. You do not have to be a meteorologist or even sup­ port the majority view on globabl warming to realize that our local weather has changed dramatically in recent decades. Snow is less frequent, winds are stronger and tem­ peratures generally a bit warmer here in the moun­ tains. There is also a grow­ ing potential for dangerous storms—including tornadoes. A very few warnings have actually happened in this area, and what was likely a tornado injured one person in Blowing Rock a few years ago. All of which makes this letter we received all the more pertinent: Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association To the Editor: Tuesday, March 6, was a sad day for Ashe "County. To all the people who voted'for an ABC store and liquor by the drink, God knows who you are, "Shame on you." Could there be a possibility that your children or grand­ children will grow up to be alcoholics? By the grace of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ I pray mine don't. M1DE0 CUP 0 ? M1DE0 CUP OF OOWU EDWARDS AHH COULTER ARRMKANG U\S WMR ARRANGING UERS Phyllis Day Kimble West Jefferson Thanks, Scouts! To the Editor: Recently, a wonderful thing happened to me in an unexpected way. Troop 214 of the Ashe County Cub Scouts surprised me with presents at Christmas time. These darling young men gave me character. I challenge the good people of Ashe County to get behind scouting and encourage boys and girls to become involved. clothes, a birdhouse and oth­ er nice things. We often wonder what has happened to the youth of our country and then something like this occurs to restore our faith. Scouting is such a good, character building activity and I am deeply grateful that I was the recipient of such a delightful example of that legisla­ ture un­ der his partial leader­ ship "did a lot of good" and that "we shouldn't lose sight of the big picture." They are in denial. The big picture is that the North Carolina leg­ islature has not conducted its business efficiently and fairly, and has devoted excessive time to overseeing the private affairs of North Carolinians while devoting insufficient time to overseeing the public affairs of state government. The bigger picture is that, for a time at least, the Demo­ cratic Party controlled the House not because the public elected them but because Jim Black bribed Michael Decker to switch parties, thus creat­ ing a 60-60 split and a sub­ sequent co-speakership. This fact calls into question the legitimacy of the^ resulting legislation, including the cur­ rent electoral districts. Sorry, that's part of the current real­ ity, too. To regain the public trust, and to set right at least some of what has gone so horribly wrong, state policymakers ing rank-and-file members must be forthright, resolute, several days to study massive and bold. They should rec­ pieces of legislation, such as ognize that corruption has the budget bill, before taking tainted past legislative ac­ a vote. • Ensure robust political tion, and that in the future their work will be judged not competition, which may not simply by the intended ends be in the best interest of in­ but by whether the means cumbents but is very much used to enact the legislation in the best interest of North Carolina voters. That at least were just. Here are some starting means a limit of four years on points for reform, many of the terms of House speakers them endorsed by the North and Senate presidents pro Carolina Coalition for Lobby­ tern. Robust political competi­ ing and Government Reform tion also means redistricting reform, which would set neu­ (of which I am a member): • Ban special provisions tral rules for drawing politi­ in the state budget, "floating" cal maps and entrust the task committee members that help to an independent commis­ ram bills through delibera­ sion. And it means applying tive committees, and "blank" the same campaign-finance rules to political-party cau­ bills used to circumvent filing deadlines and hide legislative cuses, controlled by legisla­ tive leaders, as are applied to intent. • Truly do the public's busi­ individuals. No House speak­ ness in public. All committee er or Senate leader should votes should be recorded and enjoy the unique ability to posted on the Internet, for ex­ steer hundreds of thousands of dollars in campaign cash to ample. • Take seriously the right their preferred candidates in of all elected legislators to the (all-too-few) competitive represent their constituents races. First, the political class in in legislative debate. That means the presiding officer Raleigh was obviously balk­ must recognize any member ing. Now it is talking. Let's for a legitimate motion or see some walking. point of order. That means John Hood is president of an end to slipping items into conference reports that were the John Locke Foundation not previously approved by and publisher of Carolinaa floor vote. That means giv­ Journal.com. Letters to the Editor Momma Bea Seagle Fleetwood Dem leaders take their own sour time RALEIGH - They took their own sour time. But finally, leading mem­ bers of the General Assembly, the Democratic Party, and North Carolina's commentariat have come out with moreor-less straightforward con­ demnations of former House Speaker Jim Black and his criminal co-conspirators for hijacking state government and using its power to extort campaign cash, overturn elec­ tion results, and reward spe­ cial interests at the expense of average North Carolinians. Now, what are they going to do about it? Obviously, it's the judiciary that will decide the proper correctional ar­ rangements of those copping Black-Eye Pleas. But this is not only a criminal case. It's a case of gross abuse of legis­ lative procedure and political power. Lawmakers have the ability to reduce the risk of future abuses. New Speaker Joe Hackney, a longtime reform advocate, has proposed changes in the House rules. They constitute a promising start on reducing such risks. Still, while the co­ coon surrounding the Legisla­ tive Building has been pierced, many of its denizens have yet to shake off their somnolence and emerge into reality. They continue to believe that while Black may have strayed, the Turning on the faucet-and worrying (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster. Sad day PAGE 4 TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2007 Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content: copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. We've got plenty of water in North Carolina, so why worry so much about it? But people are worried. They are worried even though North Carolina is more richly blessed with natural water resources than almost every other state. More folks are worried because water is at the heart of so much of what makes the good life in our state possible. If the abundant supply of pure drinking wa­ ter is at risk, our good life is threatened. Good water is one of the reasons people and businesses are moving to North Carolina in droves. Paradoxically, that growth is one of the major threats to the "good water" that is attracting new people to our state. "The Future of Water in North Carolina: Strategies for Sustaining Clean and Abundant Water," a recent conference sponsored by Duke University's Nicholas Insti­ tute for Environmental Policy Solutions, attracted a host of concerned policymakers and worried citizens. In an opening address, Lt. Governor Beverly Perdue out­ lined some of the challenges that face our state-starting with its amazing growth. Our small Southern state has sud­ denly become the 10th largest state in the country. Sometime after 2030, with an additional growth of about four mil­ lion peo­ ple, it will be the 7th largest. O u r cities and t o w n s will have to find a way to sup­ ply clean water to these new people and the businesses that give them jobs. Keeping water clean will be an extra challenge as the new people add wastewater to already overloaded sewage treatment facilities. The new residential devel­ opments to house the newcom­ ers will destroy a large swath of the natural areas that cur­ rently protect, and enhance our water sources. Hard sur­ faces and fertilized lawns will replace those natural areas. Whenever the rains come, the additional accumulations of pollution will flow into our rivers and streams—adding to the challenges of turning our waters into something fit for us to drink. Even the environmentalists can make for more worries. For instance, the much need­ ed transformation of our en­ ergy fuel supply from foreign oil to domestic biofuels will lead to more intensive use of our agricultural lands for corn or other "convertible crops. Without stricter controls and smarter farming practices, this possible bonanza for our farmers could lead to danger­ ous amounts of fertilizer and pesticide residues pouring into our streams—and our drinking water. At the Duke conference, the speakers dealt with the twin challenges of (1) the growing demands on the limited water supply and (2) the increasing difficulty of keeping the basic sources of water of acceptable quality. For instance, some of the speakers asked how, with in­ creasing demand on the lim­ ited supply of water, do we encourage people to think about using less? In a mar­ ket economy, price is always a primary tool. However, they suggested that it might be im­ possible politically to simply raise prices for economically challenged families for which utilities bills are already too burdensome. In that case, are there other methods of pricing for water that would encour­ age conservation? Ideally, we would reward consumers who figure out ways to use less wa­ ter. But how do we find a "sim­ ple" rate structure that could accomplish this objective? Meanwhile, how do we meet the challenge of protect­ ing the quality of our sources of water? Recently the state has provided hundreds of mil­ lions of dollars to small and poor communities to upgrade their sewer systems. Current­ ly, the legislature is beginning to consider proposals by Gov­ ernor Easley and others to do even more. Lt. Governor Perdue noted with pride her role-10 years ago-in helping Senator Marc Basnight persuade the legis­ lature to establish and fund the Clean Water Management Trust Fund. This fund, led for many years by the Duke conference organizer Bill Holman, currently allocates $100 million a year to improve and protect water quality by fund­ ing the acquisition of land and easements alongside streams and by helping communities upgrade waste water and storm water systems. As Holman's temporary successor at the fund, I find myself wrestling every day with all the questions raised at the Duke conference. And so should you every time you turn on your faucet expecting a glassful of drinkable water to pour out. D.G. Martin (Interim Exec­ utive Director of the Clean Wa­ ter Management Trust Fund) is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which returns to the air on April 1. �TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT St. Patrick's Day concert planned In addition to Irish jigs, reels, hornpipes, and song, this year's Mountainhome Music St. Patrick's Day show will usher in the era of live radio. The St. Paddy's Celebration and all Mountainhome Music concerts in 2007 will be broad­ and end at 10 p.m. The regular weekly series will begin on Me­ morial Day Weekend. St. Paddy's Celebration will feature former National Banjo Champion and MerleFest gui­ tar champion, Steve Lewis; fiddler and mandolinist, Scott As he has done for fourteen years, Joe'Shannon will nar­ rate and share some of his own music and stories. A book of his stories, My Old Gray Coat: Mountainhome Musing, will soon be released by Parkway Publishers. The concert will be on St. Patrick's Day, Saturday, March 17th at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in downtown Boone. Starting time is at 8. Tickets are $12.50 in ad­ vance and $15 at the door. Tickets may be purchased at the Mast Stores, Rydell Music Center, Pandora's Mailbox in Blowing Rock, and Fred's Mer­ cantile on Beech Mountain. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.mountainhomemusic.com. Of course, you may also call 828-964-3392. National Committee for the New River plans open house The National Committee for the New River (NCNR) invites the interested pub­ lic and NCNR Members to an Open House on Friday, March 16, from 4-7:00 p.m., at their office in West Jefferson. Refreshments will be provided and information will be available on the conservation group's mission along the New River, includ­ ing efforts to protect important lands in the watershed, streambank restoration projects, and water monitoring programs. Attendees will also have the opportu­ nity to meet new staff members and learn about the programs they coordinate at NCNR. The office is located at 04'North Jefferson Avenue in West Jefferson, NC (next to McNeill's Department Store). For more information and directions, call the of­ fice at 336-846-4871 or email info@ncnr.org. NCNR's mission is to protect and enhance the natural and cultural resources of the New River and its watershed. NCNR operates in the states of North Caro­ lina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Over the last 30 years, the organization has protected more than 4,000 acres of land important to the New River's scenic and natural values and has restored over 40 miles of river and stream bank. Festival continued from front page More information and vendor applications can be found on the festival's website at www. christmasinjuly.info or call 846-9196. Christmas in July Fes­ tival board members are Kathy Howell, president; Ken Brashear, vice president; Jane Lonon, secretary; and Marlene Norwood, secretary. Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month at the Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson at 5 p.m. small learning communities (70 to 90 students on average) for core classes in math, sci­ ence, language arts (English, grammar and writing), and social studies with the same teachers and then students go individually to encore classes such as art, music, Spanish, life skills, and career skills. Ashley said a number of renovations have been made to the middle school in recent years to upgrade a building constructed in 1964. He had hoped to build the additional classrooms behind the school, but because of the elevation and existing lines for sewer, water and power, the new classrooms will be added to the front. Construction would take a portion of the front lawn be­ tween the main doors, com­ ing out about 18 feet from the current outside wall and include covered walkways for students going into the new addition and unloading from buses in front of the school. This project would also take away seven or eight parking spaces in the front. Johnson said if the com­ missioners fund the new proj­ ect, plans are to begin work this summer to tie the addi­ tion into the water and sewer lines and hopefully have the job completed by the start of the 2008-09 school year. Commissioners approved a $200,000 county match to state money in this year's budget (2006-07) for the ad­ ditional classrooms at Westwood. Johnson said Vannoy Construction Company has the contract and the addition is expected to be ready for oc­ cupation by the beginning of next school year. It will in­ clude two new classrooms for first and second grades and two for fourth through sixth grade. ness professionals who vol­ unteer their time, including Bill Sharp, a retired execu­ tive who volunteers with the Boone branch of the Senior Core of Retired Executives (SCORE}), a nationwide or­ ganization that provides free business assistance to more than 300,000 entrepreneurs each year. SCORE is a re­ source partner with the U.S. Small Business Administra­ tion. "Chris has taken his con­ cept and turned it into a re­ ality," said Sharpe. "I admire him for what's he's done. He's typical of young people. He needed to focus on what he wanted to do. You've got to start small and grow with it. That's what I recommend." Other volunteers with the Micro Enterprise IDA pro­ gram include: • Beth Dixon, executive director of the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce, pro­ viding counseling and men­ toring for the program cli­ ents. • Neal Hardison, a retired executive representing the board of the Ashe County Partnership for Children. • Carol Coulter, executive director of Family Central. • Lynn Robinson, execu­ tive director of the Ashe Part­ nership for Children. The Micro Enterprise IDA option in small business own­ ership is available to clients of all ages. The first step is to contact him at Family Cen­ tral and he will link the client with all available resources. To find out more about the Micro Enterprise IDA option, call Bud Hill at 982-4588, extension 249, or email budhill20@hotmail.com. To learn more about High Country Carpet Care, contact Chris Carpenter at 336-6201448. Schools continued front front page cast five on \^ECR, FM 102.3 and on FM Highway 106.1,' New Country. Concerts can also be heard on the Internet at www.goblueridge.net. "Being on the radio isn't new to us,"said Joe Shannon, execu­ tive director of Mountainhome Music. "We have previously aired on WATA and on public radio, WETS. Both of these broadcasts aired as recorded versions of our concerts. Hav­ ing the opportunity to air live is something I've dreamed of for years. And now it's here." Of course, simultaneous with the live concerts, the broadcasts will begin at 8 p.m. Freeman; bass player, Bob White; and fiddler Alan John­ son, who presently plays with bluegrass mega group, Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver. Singers Lisa Baldwin and Dave Haney will also be on hand. About their latest CD, Where We Belong, Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine said, "Lisa's voice and songwritin provide the keystone of their enjoyable sound. Dave's equal­ ly sturdy voice in close-fitting harmoniesScompletes the arch of their art." Dave Haney is also a veteran of Garrison Hee­ ler's popular radio show Prai­ rie Home Companion. Obituaries — continued from page 2 tember 22, 1929 to the late Thomas Gaither (Tommy) McNeill and the late Beulah (Pearl) Barker McNeill. He retired from the North Caro­ lina Department of Trans­ portation, after 20 years of service. He is survived by his wife Mabel Elliott McNeill, of the home; three sons, Larry Mc­ Neill and wife, Liz, of Lansing, Garry McNeill and wife, Nan­ cy, of West Jefferson and Rick McNeill and wife, Tammy, of West Jefferson; a daughter, Brenda Severt and husband, Thomas Willard Jerry, of Lansing; a sister, McNeill Verna Miller, of Jefferson; six Lansing grandchildren, Brandy Scott, September 22, 1929 Amy Colvard, Justin Severt, March 8,2007 Mr. Thomas Willard Mc­ Markus Severt, Maison Mc­ Neill, better known as "Wil­ Neill and Kayla McNeill; six Ryan lard," age 78, of Lansing, died great-grandchildren, Thursday afternoon, March 8, Scott, Connor Scott, Morgan 2007 at Forsyth Medical Cen­ Scott, Mattie Colvard, Eli Colvard and Emmie Colvard; ter in Winston-Salem. Funeral services were held several nieces and nephews on Saturday, March 10, 2007 also survive. Flowers accepted or me­ at 11 a.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with morials may be made to: Rev. Lonnie Carpenter and American Heart Association, Rev. Billy Joe Blevins offici­ c/o Judy Leek, PO Box 1839, ating. Burial followed in the West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may give the family Ashelawn Memorial Gardens your condolences at our web­ Cemetery. The family received friends site www.boonefuneralhome. from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m on Sat­ com. Boone Family Funeral urday, one hour prior to the Home of West Jefferson is funeral service. Mr. McNeill was born in in charge of these arrange­ Ashe County on Sunday, Sep- ments. Margaret S. Seward Grumpier July 30,1925 March 9, 2007 Margaret S. Seward age 81 of Crumpler died Friday, March 9, 2007 at Margate Health and Rehab Center in Jefferson. Mris. Seward was born in Hartford County, Maryland on July 30, 1925 to the late Howard Bosley and Georgiana Sweeting Bo­ sley Haines. Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Thom­ as Seward and son Samuel Franklin Seward. Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 12, 2007 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jack Pugh officiating. Burial will be in the Green Mount United Methodist Church Cemetery in Hampstead, MD. The family will receive friends from 6-7pm Monday, March 12,2007 at Badger Fu­ neral Home. Mrs. Seward is survived by two sons, Thomas Marshall Seward Jr. and Carroll Ed­ ward Seward, both of Mary­ land; two daughters, Linda Benson of Crumpler and Ann Wyatt of Lansing; one brother, Lewis Miller Bosley of Mary­ land; two sisters, Ann Bosley and Elsie Zigman both of Maryland. Eleven grandchil­ dren, numerous great-grand­ children and several nieces and nephews also survive. You may send the family your condolences at our web­ site www.badgerfuneralhome. com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of these arrange­ ments. when the State Department of Public Instruction decreases class size it increases the size need of the buildings, mean­ ing that it takes more space for classes. This is done most­ ly in elementary grades while middle school has stayed fair­ ly consistent with an average of 25 students per classroom and up to 31 allowed. Ashe County Middle School has had an average of 500 students in recent years in seventh and eighth grades. Ashley is expecting a possible 250 seventh graders next year. Students at the school are divided into teams or IDA continued from front page his fiancee, Carpenter is op­ erating out of his home but hopes soon to open a space for office work and storage of chemicals and equipment. The Micro Enterprise IDA program helped Carpen­ ter save money toward the equipment he needed for his own business, and he encour­ ages others to go through the program. "It's a definite plus for starting a business and for buying a home," he said. "It's not difficult, and if I had a question, they had an an­ swer." The program offers those who qualify the opportu­ nity to meet with a mentor who will help them develop a business plan. In addition, they will receive marketing and networking advice, gain understanding of licensing and other local regulations, and have the opportunity for special publicity when they open their new or improved business. As with all IDA program options, said Hill, the par­ ticipant will be asked to save $1,000. The savings is then matched with a $2,000 grant that is targeted for use in the business. Working with the Micro Enterprise IDA option is an experienced group of busi­ Annuo! Spring Fever $ Clearance Sale Ends This Weekend!!! • /(yi/c(F/i VIETRI * iKKtsisrikly Iwlian Located in the Art & jewelry District of West Jefferson WKZfM at 111-B Jefferson Avenue • 336-S46-6795 BmflB on't Worry. We'll Always Be Here. Since 1957 the Boone Family has served Ashe County families. This is a heritage we are very proud of. In this day of corporate owned and operated funeral homes, the commitment and caring that comes with locally ownedfamily ownership is getting harder to Find. Our family is here for the families we serve and this community. A great deal of attention and detail has gone into our services and facilities to ensure that they meet each and every need. Home-like atmosphere, soothing furnishings, and caring staff are all part of our promise. Pre-need, at-need, after care, whatever you are looking for, we'll always be here. Always have been, always will be. BOONE FAMILY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES 2005 Mt. Jefferson Rd. • West Jefferson (336) 846-7979 David Boone (seated) - President/Owner J.D. Boone Funeral Director , t �"Spor K-mail u.s: MgtaybeaI@JeffersonPost.com Tuesday - March 13 Wednesday - March 14 Men's Tennis HOME vs Surry Central 4:30 p.m. PAGE 6 TUESDAY, MARCH 1^ Var Softball AWAY at Grayson County 4 p.m. JV/Var Baseball AWAY at Surry Central 4:30/7:30 p.m. JV Softball HOME vs Grayson County 4 p.m. JV/Varsity Softball AWAY at West Wilkes Var 4 p.m. /JV 6 p.m. Thursday - March 15 Men's Tennis HOME vs North Surry 4 p.m. Women's Soccer AWAY at West Wilkes 6 p.m. Var Soccer HOME vs North Surry 6 p.m. This week in Husky sports Friday - March 16 JV/Var Baseball HOME vs North Surry 4:30/ 7:30 p.m. JV/Var Softball HOME vs North Surry 4:30/ 6:30 p.m. Saturday - March 17 JV/Var Baseball HOME vs Mitchell noon/ 3 p.m. Varsity baseball opens conference with a win first inning. The Huskies 10-0 lead at the middle of the were able to increase their inning but the Trojans were The ACHS varsity baseball lead by a run during the able to make a small run at team competed in their second inning and again held the Huskies. The Huskies first game of the conference the Trojans scoreless to claim starting pitcher, Luke Dotson, schedule this past Friday a 5-0 lead heading into the was relieved after one out in when they traveled to Wilkes third inning. the fifth inning as he held the Central to face the Eagles. The Trojans continued to Trojans to a single hit in four The Huskies were able to struggle against the Huskies innings. Despite only having defeat the Eagles by a final during the third inning and one hit, the Trojans were able score of 6-5 to claim a 1-0 the Huskies were able to bat to score three runs on Dotson conference record. The victory in three more runs to increase in the fifth inning prior to over the Eagles also allowed their lead to a controlling 8-0. the pitcher substitution. The the Huskies to advance to The Trojans defensive effort Huskies reliever was Jake 4-0 for the season as they increased during the top half Miller and he was able to also defeated the Alleghany of the fourth inning and the retire the remaining Trojans Trojans last Wednesday by a Trojans were able to hold the in the inning to allow the score of 14-11. Huskies scoreless but the Huskies to head into the sixth On Wednesdayevening, the Huskies returned the favor by inning with a 10-3 lead. During the sixth inning, Huskies traveled toAlleghany holding the Trojans scoreless for a non-conference match­ for the fourth straight inning the Huskies again were up with the Trojans and the and the Huskies still led 8-0 able to score runs when two Huskies escaped with a 14-11 at the conclusion of the fourth Husky base runners crossed home plate. The Huskies victory. The Huskies batted inning. The fifth inning allowed headed into the bottom of the first during the contest and jumped out to an early four the Huskies to score two sixth inning still claiming run lead at the end of the more runs as they claimed a a commanding 12-3 lead. During the bottom half of the sixth inning, the Trojans once again were getting hits to start the inning and they scored five runs in the inning. Coach Ronnie Pruitt opted to change pitchers and relieve Jake Miller after only one inning of pitching and brought in Dustin Absher to close the game. Absher was able to escape the remainder of the inning by holding the Trojans scoreless and the teams headed into the final inning with the Huskies winning 12-8. The Huskies were able to score two insurance runs during the top half of the seventh inning and were three outs away from the Photo by Michael Graybeal victory. The two insurance runs allowed the Huskies to Josh Ferguson waits for the pitch during the Huskies 6-5 claim a 14-8 lead over the conference win on Friday night. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Trojans but the Trojans made one last attempt to come back. During the bottom half of the seventh inning, the Trojans were able to score three runs to cut the Huskies' lead to only three runs. The Trojans however could not score the differentiating three runs and the Huskies were able to claim the 14-11 victory. The Huskies returned to action Friday evening when they traveled to Wilkes Central to face the Eagles in the first conference game of the season. The Huskies were able to claim the victory by a final score of 6-5. The game opened up with the Huskies batting first and Jake Miller led off with a single bunt. Keaton Mash was up next for the Huskies and during Mash's turn at bat, Miller was able to steal second and eventually advance to third. Mash got behind in the count and swung at strike three, but the catcher lost the ball. The error let Mash steal first base, while Miller stole home for the first run of the game. Darron Dotson was up next for the Huskies and he hit a ground ball for a single, but Mash was thrown out at second base. Ben Warner was called upon to pinch run for Dotson with Dustin Absher at the plate. Absher hit a single, advanced Warner which to third base and brought Kyle Guyton up. A single by Guyton drove Warner home their second and final run of the inning. When the Huskies took the field in the bottom of the first, Brandon Miller was on the mound for the Huskies and he walked the first two Eagles' Women's soccer loses close game by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The varsity women's soccer team traveled to East Wilkes last Tuesday for their third game of the season. The Lady Huskies were unable to claim the victory when they lost to the Cardinals by a final score of 3-2. The Lady Huskies headed into the game with a record of 0-1-1 as they tied their first game of the season with Avery 1-1. Shawnee Adams scored the only goal for the Huskies in the tough match-up with the Vikings. During the second game of the season, the team traveled to Alexander for another non-conference match-up. The Lady Huskies again faced a tough team and they were unable to claim the victory when they lost by a final score of 3-1, with the Huskies goal being scored by Brandy Houser. The match-up with the Cardinals proved to be an exciting game for both teams. The action opened up with the Cardinals attacking first and when a shot was deflected off a Husky's leg, the Cardinals were awarded a corner kick just five minutes into the game. The Huskies stopped the attack and Leia Eldreth mounted a counter attack for the Huskies. Eldreth was able to create a run for the length of the field and played a ball to Ashton Little's feet. Little set up the shot and barely sent the ball over the cross bars to return possession back to the Cardinals. The Huskies continued to attack and nearly scored again when Little made a run and her shot was deflected by a Cardinal and crossed the end line for a Husky corner kick at the 22 minute of the game. The Cardinals' keeper denied the Huskies' corner when she left her line and took the ball out of mid-air. The Huskies regained possession with the restart from the Cardinals' keeper and created another offensive attack towards their goal. The offensive attack created a shot for Shelly Barker but once again was deflected by a Cardinal for another Husky corner. On Leah Fulbright's corner, the ball was sent over the end line on a clearance to create another Husky corner. The second corner by Leah Fulbright created problems for the Cardinals' defense and the ball remained in the Cardinals' box until a shot by Shelly Barker for the Huskies narrowly went wide and the Cardinals were awarded a goal kick. The Cardinal goal kick set up an offensive run by the Cardinals, which was stopped by a clearance by the Huskies over their own end line to create a Cardinal corner kick. Following the corner kick, the ball was swiped out of the defensive area by the Huskies, which created a run for Leah Eldreth. Eldreth was able to take the ball down the right wing of the field and played a cross to Nancy Jones who was able to place the ball in the back of the net for the first goal of the game. The goal by Jones came at the 34 minute of the match and led the teams into halftime with the Huskies winning 1-0. The second half opened up with the Huskies making the first attack when Leah Fulbright fired a shot from the right wing but was wide of the goal. Shawnee Adams kept the Huskies' attack alive and sent the ball sailing towards the goal at the six-minute mark of the half, but the East Wilkes keeper denied Adams' shot. When the Cardinals' keeper re-entered the ball into play, the Cardinals were able to develop a counter attack and scored their first goal of the game to tie the score at 11 just eight minutes into the second half. The two teams continued to make runs and the Cardinals nearly scored again when they took a shot that went straight to the Huskies' keeper which created another counter attack for the Huskies. Leah Fulbright was able to get a shot off at the goal for the Huskies, but the Cardinals' keeper again stood her ground in the net and denied the Huskies' shot. The Cardinals regained possession and by strategic passing were able to work the ball back down the field and sent a through ball past the Huskies' defenders to create a fast break for their offensive attacker. The Cardinals attacker was able to beat the Huskies' defenders and her goal gave the Cardinals a 2-1 lead at the 18 minutes of the second half. The Huskies quickly responded and only five minutes after the Cardinals' goal, Leah Fulbright played a ball to Ashton Little who re-directed the ball into the Cardinals' net to tie the score at 2-2 with 17 minutes remaining in the game. Both teams were determined to claim the victory during the close game and with 11 minutes remaining, the Cardinals were awarded a free kick just past mid-field due to a penalty on the Huskies. The Cardinals' player that took the free kick sent the ball sailing towards the goal and Christina Cole, the Huskies' goalkeeper, was unable to stop the 45yard shot and the Cardinals took a 3-2 lead in the closing minutes of the game. The Huskies did not quit though as Brandy Houser, Nancy Jones, and Leah Fulbright were able to get shots off at the Cardinals' goal, but were unable to convert. As time dwindled down on the scoreboard, the Huskies could not score the equalizing goal and theCardinalsclaimed the tough 3-2 victory over the Huskies. The Huskies' offense had an impressive 23 shots on goal during the match, and the Huskies' midfield exerted an impressive effort of controlling possession in the center of the field. The Huskies returned to action last Friday when they traveled to Mitchell County to face the Mountaineers, and they are on the road again this evening when they travel to West Wilkes to face the Blackhawks. Photo by Michael Graybeal Dustin Absher digs in to steal second during the Huskies' 6-5 victory over the Wilkes Central Eagles. batters. The Eagles were able to score one run when their third batter had a single but the Huskies defense then retired two Eagles quickly when a ground ball to Keaton Mash was turned into a double play for the Huskies. Miller then retired the next Eagles' batter to end the first inning and allowed the Huskies to head into the second inning with a 2-1 lead. During the second inning, the Huskies had difficulty making contact when Josh Ferguson and David Marino struck out to bring up Jake Miller. Miller initiated the Huskies offense for the inning with a single. Brandon Miller was the Huskies' next batter and when Brandon attempted a squeeze play, the Eagles' pitcher panicked and threw a wild pitch. The wild pitch flew past the catcher and Jake Miller was able to steal third base and proceeded to out race the catcher and pitcher to score the lone Husky run for the inning to advance to a 3-1 lead. The Eagles mirrored the Huskies' offensive struggle in the bottom of the second inning and Brandon Miller forced the first Eagles' batter into a ground ball for the first out. The following Eagles' batter was able to get on base with a single, but a strike out and a forced ground ball by Miller on the two following Eagles' batter awarded the Huskies their second and third out of the inning and allowed the teams to head into the third inning with the Huskies winning 3-1. The third inning opened up with the Eagles retiring two Huskies. Dustin Absher was able to get on base with a single and after he stole second, was driven in by Kyle Guyton with a single to give the Huskies their only run of the inning as they led 4-1 heading into the bottom of the third. The Eagles' offense was a mere replication of the Huskies' offense as the Huskies retired two Eagles following back-to-back fly balls. The Eagles then showed signs of life with a double, which was followed by the base runner stealing third. However, the Huskies prevented the runner from scoring by forcing the hitter into a ground ball for the third and final out of the inning. The fourth inning appeared to be promising when Josh Ferguson opened up the inning with a single and when Ben Warner was called to pinch run, he was able to steal second while David Marino was batting. Warner however was picked off at second base prior to David Marino hitting a double. Jake Miller was the Huskies next batter and he struck out but Marino was able to advance to third base with a steal and Brandon Miller came to the plate with two outs for the Huskies. Brandon Miller was forced into a fly ball to end the top half of the inning. During the bottom of the inning, the See Baseball, page 7 Ashe County at Wilkes Central Friday, March 9, 2007 1 d f X I: CS $ : ~ 2 3 4 5 6 7 R H E Ashe County 2 1 1 0 2 0 0 6 11 3 Wilkes Central V| 1 0 0 0 2 2 0 5 10 2 ... P? 'V* ;wh;X4i IWm "! 1 ^ljj, % . illiteM i 1 jj | ' " i t fr" muiu uy Micnaei Graybeal Brandy Houser dribbles the ball down the Huskies' right wing to take a shot on goal. Pos Miller, Jake Miller, Brandon Mash, Keaton Dotson, Darron Absher, Dustin Guyton, Kyle Dotson, Luke Ferguson,Josh Warner, Ben Marino, David Walter, Philip At Bats Batted In Hits Runs 4 4 4 4 3 4 3 3 0 3 0 2 0 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 1 3 2 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 32 6 11 3 SS P-LF 3B C LF-P 2B DH IB PR RF CF Totals 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 Pitching Miller, B. (W) Absher, D. (S) IP 5.0 2.0 H 8 2 R 5 0 ER BB 4 2 0 1 Totals 7.0 10 5 4 SO 3 1 BF 26 10 4 36 3 Pitches-strikes: Miller, B. 82-53, Absher, D. 29-17 Fielding Statistics Player POS PO A E FLD% PB SBA ATT THO% 1 0 1 0.500 0 0 0 0.0 0 0.0 Absher LF J. Miller SS 1 1 0 1.000 0 0 Guyton 2B 1 3 0 1.000 0 0 0 0.0 Ferguson 1B 8 0 0 1.000 0 0 0 0.0 Marino RF 2 0 0 1.000 0 0 0 0.0 Mash 3B 3 2 0 1.000 0 0 0 0.0 D. Dotson C 4 0 0 1.000 0 4 4 0.0 0 1 1 0.500 0 0 0 0.0 P 0 1 0 1.000 LF 0 0 1 0.000 0.0 B. Miller Walter Photo by Michael Graybeal Shelly Barker closes on the Cardinals' ball handler during the Huskies' 3-2 loss to East Wilkes. CF * 2 0 1 0.667 0 0 0 Totals: 22 7 3 0.906 0 4 4 0.0 Opponent 21 5 2 0.929 6 8 9 11.1 �TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 SPORTS Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball Scores from March 8, 2007 Odie Gilbert Construction W The Huskies L by forfeit Jefferson Post Ashe County Builders Jefferson Post Jeremy Osborne Kyle Denny 75 47 21 16 Ashe County Builders Nathan Barker 22 Eric Miller 6 59 46 Wood's Plumbing Gates/Current Chiropractic Wood's Plumbing Scott Patrick Bat Hilliard 14 13 Gates/ Current Chiropractic Billy Hash 11 Brett Miller 11 50 45 New River Motors AEV/MO's Boots New River Motors Steven Phillips Tim Miller AEV/ MO's Boots Derek Roark Mike Blevins 20 10 13 10 Teams New River Motors Jefferson Post AEV/MO's Boots Independence Lumber Midtown Motors/Jefferson Appliance Big Dave's Auto Ashe County Builders W 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 L 0 0 1 0 0 0 2 Timber Creek Landscaping Woods Plumbing Odie Gilbert Construction Ashe Chiropractic Gates/Current Chiropractic 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 Baseball continued from page 6 Eagles turn at bat was short due to Brandon Miller forcing the first two Eagles' batters into groundouts. The third Eagle to bat was able to get on base with a single, but Miller struck out the next batter to record the third out for the Huskies and the Huskies led 4-1 at the conclusion of the fourth inning. In the fifth inning, the Huskies were able to increase their lead by two runs. Darron Dotson was able to get on base with a single and a bunt by Dustin Absher allowed Dotson to advance to second base. With Kyle Guyton at. the plate, Dotson and Absher were able to advance bases with a wild pitch, and on another wild pitch, Dotson stole home while Absher stole third base and was able to steal home also to give the Huskies their sixth run of the game. The Huskies were unfortunate with the following two batters as the Eagles struck one out and forced the other batter into a groundout. The Huskies two runs in the fifth inning were returned by the Eagles when they were able to hit a single and a double to place runners on second and third base. The following Eagle batter was able to drive in the two runners with a single, but the Huskies retired the side with two fly balls and a ground out to head into the sixth inning with a 6-3 lead. The top of the sixth inning was a struggle for the Huskies. Luke Dotson was the first Husky batter and was retired on strikes by the Eagles' pitcher. The following two batters, David Marino and Jake Miller, was a repeat as they both struck out to lead the teams into the bottom of the sixth inning. The Eagles continued their momentum into the bottom of the sixth by cutting the Huskies' lead to only one run. With Brandon Miller still pitching, the Eagles' opened up with back-to-back doubles to score one run. At this point, Coach Ronnie Pruitt called on Dustin Absher to close the game for the Huskies. Brandon Miller was relieved as pitcher following a five inning spectacular performance. Following the warm-up pitches, Absher retired the first Eagle batter for the inning when he forced a pop-up. The following Eagles' batter was able to advance the runner on second to third with a double to place runners on second and third base with only one out in the inning. The following batter hit a sacrifice fly ball, which drove in the runner from third, but Absher retired the following batter on three strikes to conclude the inning with the Huskies barely leading, 6-5. The Huskies headed into the top half of the seventh inning with the intention of scoring some insurance runs to insure their victory, but the Eagles had different plans. Brandon Miller led off for the Huskies, but returned to the dug out following a strike out. Keaton Mash was able to get on base for the Huskies with a single, and eventually stole second where he would remain for the rest of the inning. Darron Dotson was unable to get on base and was the second out of the inning, which brought Dustin Absher to the plate. Absher was awarded a trip to first with a walk and brought Kyle Guyton to the plate with runners on first and second and two outs. Guyton was unable to make contact with the ball and was retired on strikes to conclude the top half of the seventh inning. Heading into the final three outs of the game, the Eagles had to score one run to force extra innings, or two runs to win the game. The Eagles opened up the inning with a single, but followed with a fly ball for the first out of the inning. The next batter was walked by Dustin Absher to place runners on first and second but the Huskies claimed the second out when Keaton Mash fielded a ground ball and got the force out at third base. Absher loaded the bases on the next batter when a pitch on the inside of the plate nicked the batter's hand. With two outs and the bases loaded, a hit by the Eagles would tie the game up, or an out would award the Huskies the victory. The Eagles batter swung at a pitch early in the count and sent the ball down the first base line. The Huskies' first baseman, Josh Ferguson scooped the ball up and simply beat the hitter to first base to claim the third out of the inning and gave the Huskies the 6-5 victory. Following the game, Coach Pruitt commented on his team's performance by stating: "It was our base runner that was the difference in the game. The boys played a great game, and Brandon Miller did a great job pitching to open the game and Dustin Absher came in and sealed it up." Regarding the fact that this was the first conference game of the season, Pruitt also added: "This is the first season since I have been coaching that the team has won the first conference game of the season. I am extremely proud of this victory and hope to continue winning." ^Hardee's of Jefferson presents the ATHLETE of the WEEK i ® lib] ?U Our Athlete of the Week, Darron Dotson Is a senior member of the varsity baseball team. 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National Semifinal 8 pts. 151 Medical Park Drive Jefferson, NC 336-846-7744 (336) 846-7164 www.jeffersonpost.com 246-2133 �TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9 COMMUNITY NEWS Motorcycle training is vital but overlooked By John Marsh Special to the Post After a couple of months off I'm back to hopefully help everyone have a great and safe riding season in 2007. I've talked to several experi­ enced riders in the last couple of months and one topic keeps coming up - rider training. I thought we would start the year off with a discussion along those lines. A friend or family mem­ ber trains most new riders, if you want to call it that. The biggest problem is the trainer was likely trained in the same way. The end result is the passing along of bad habits and misconceptions of what are safe and sound rid­ ing practices. How many of you stay off the front brake because you were taught that use of the front brake could cause an accident? While in­ correct usage could lead to an accident, you aren't get­ ting maximum braking if you don't use it and in a full-blown emergency when maximum braking is essential you must use it effectively to avoid an accident. How many of you, that haven't been professionally trained, know how to scan not only traffic but also the surrounding environment to anticipate potential hazards? Do you know how to negotiate a curve to provide maximum vision through the curve and use the throttle to stabilize the bike through the curve? What about emergency eva­ sive maneuvers? There are a lot of things an accomplished rider needs to know and prac­ tice in order to remain safe. All too often, inexperienced riders believe that speed equals ability when it comes to riding. Anyone can get on a motorcycle and twist the throttle: it takes neither expe­ rience nor ability. But all too often it leads to accidents, se­ rious injuries, and sometimes death. There are two places in our part of the state where a new motorcyclist can receive professional training. The first is Caldwell Com­ munity College and Technical Institute in Hudson. They of­ fer classes almost every week­ end. Contact the Continuing Education Department at 828-726-2242. The other is Surry Community College in Dobson. Contact their Con­ tinuing Education Depart­ ment at 336-386-3331. In both cases tell them you need information on the motor­ cycle safety classes and they should be able to hook you up. So what do you get for your time, effort and money? There are two types of courses offered at the com­ munity colleges in North Carolina. Both are Motorcy­ cle Safety Foundation (MSF) sanctioned classes taught by Rider Coaches trained and certified by the MSF. The first and most common is the Ba­ sic Riders Course (BRC). This class is designed for someone who has never thrown a leg across a motorcycle. It starts with a classroom session on Friday night from 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Range and classroom sessions are on Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. The student may be exempt from the riding test at the DMV if they can pass the class. This may seem elementary for some of you but I have had many students tell me they learned a lot even though they had been riding for years. This class is taken on small displacement bikes provided by the colleges. The second class is the Experienced Riders Course (ERC). This class is only one day and may or may not in­ clude a test at the end to al­ low the students to obtain a skills test waiver at the DMV. The big difference here is the length of the class, only one day, and this is taught on the student's motorcycle. You will learn the same basic skills taught in the BRC but more emphasis on refining the skills you may already pos­ sess and on your own motor­ cycle. There is no doubt in my mind the skill acquired in this class saved my life during a coast-to-coast ride in 2002. The excellent riding we have here in the mountains makes motorcycles an excit­ ing way to travel. Unfortu­ nately a lot of our riders are untrained. This lack of train­ ing has lead to at least three deaths over the last several years. If you know of some­ one that is interested is join­ ing the ranks of street riders please encourage them to take an MSF class before they venture out on the streets. Some think if they can ride in the dirt they can ride on the street. The hazards that exist on the street are far more nu­ merous and deadly than what you encounter in off road rid­ ing. If you or your child want to ride, take a class first. You can discover if this is something you really want to do at a re­ duced cost compared to the cost of a new motorcycle and become a better-trained and prepared rider at the same time. Well, that does it for this month. Only a few weeks of PMS (Parked Motorcycle Syn­ drome) left until spring. John Marsh is the North Carolina Director of Rider Education for the Gold Wing Road Riders Association, a Motorcycle Safety Founda­ tion Certified Rider Coach and a Medic First Aid CPR and First Aid Instructor He is available to speak to civic and community groups about mo­ torcycle safety and motorist awareness. He may be reached at 877-1299. Chamber of Commerce plans full lineup of events for members in 2007 The Ashe County Chamber of Commerce continues its growth and service to its members by offering a wide variety of Business Breakfasts, Business After Hours and Quarterly Workshops in 2007. In addition, the Chamber's major community focus this year will be on education, and especially on development of youth leadership, continuing with its sponsorship of the highly successful Imagination Library and support of Junior Achievement in the county. This agenda of youth education activities was introduced to and endorsed by the Ashe County School Board at its meeting on March 5. + "We are pleased that the the first Business Breakfast Imagination Library has on Thursday, April 12, at been so successful, thanks to Ashe Memorial Hospital, wonderful support from the from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. In Ashe County community," addition, April will continue said Beth Dixon, Executive to be a busy month, with Director of the Chamber. a Professional Women's "More than 325 children in Luncheon upcoming on April every zip code in the county 19 and another Business have been signed up for the After Hours on April 26. program and will receive one And, finally, the Chamber is in the process of assembling book a month until their fifth birthday." quarterly workshops, to The chamber's first event be held in a roundtable this year will be a Business format. These will feature After Hours on Thursday, members helping members. March 22, from 5:30 to 7 "The Ashe County business p.m. at the Club at Jefferson community is rich with Landing. All members are talent," Dixon noted. "These encouraged to attend these workshops - to be held on important and informal such topics as government networking events. services to small business, Following that will be marketing small business, wm Hugh Chatham Doctors Answer Your 3uesiious " How should I choose a and Internet technology for small business and other organizations - will be a good forum for networking, mentoring and educating our membership." There will also be a twoday golf tournament again this year, to be held on Saturday and Sunday, May 5 and 6. More details on this special fund-raising event will be forthcoming at a later time. Other activties to be held through the year may be found by visiting the Ashe Chamber COUNTY CHAMBER op 0MMERct websiteatwww.ashechamber. com/chambercalendar.html. And, for more information about the Chamber and its member businesses, or to enroll as a member, please visit the website at www. ashechamber.com or visit the Chamber's Visitors Center, located just across from First Citizens Bank in downtown West Jefferson, at 303 East Second Street, Suite B. The Chamber's phone number is 336-846F" 9550. Realize the value of co-op membership! Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation, a Touchstone Energy* cooperative, wants to remind you to use your Co-op Connections* card. The Co-op Connections program helps you obtain discounts on products and services from participating businesses across northwest North Carolina and nationally at more than 7,000 businesses. PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES Watch for new business listings in The Enlightener. You can also check www.BlueRidgeEMC.com or www.TouchstoneEnergy.com for the most up-to-date listing available. JEROME T. WATSON, MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Dr. Watson: Families with patients needing rehabilitation services face an important choice. Of course, close-to-home services are preferred for both inpatient and outpatient needs. : Questions to Ask: ; 1. Does the program specialize in • rehabilitation? 2. Is the program accredited? 4. Does the program provide a continuum of care? There are other considerations and questions to ask a rehabilitation facility about its programs. For answers to these and other questions, please feel free to call our center at (336) 527-7070. j 7. Has the program demonstrated success in treating your condition? : i 8. How successful is the program in returning patients home? j j 9. Is the staff involved in continuing education for their specialties? i I Chatham (Memorial Hospital Region's CHOICE p TECHNOLOGY &CARE (336)527-7000 • 180 Parkwood Drive • Elkin, NC 28621 • www.huglichatliam.org 828-758-0182 (excluding copy paper, toner and furniture) CEnet, Glade Valley 336-372-4029 Creative Printing, Inc., Boone 10. Are family members involved in the program? Learn why Hugh Chatham Memorial j Hospital physicians are the region's j choice for rehabilitation services. For : QHugh more information, and answers to : other health care questions, log on to • www.hughchatham.org. Our Anything Office, Inc., Lenoir 15% discount on service/labor 5. Does the program provide a wide range of services? • : 6. Can the program handle difficult rehab cases? i This advice column isJust a guide and docs not replace an actual visit to your physician's office. Depending on your particular situation, the comments written here may not apply. BUSINESS SERVICES 10% discount off total retail store purchases j 3. Is the programs director a board j certified specialist in rehabilitation? With all the HCMH rehabilitation services in Elkin, families find transporting, and visiting patients much more convenient than driving an hour or more to metropolitan centers offering the same services. ,- • This week featuring... O 828-265-2800 10% off color copies, wide format prints, VHS to DVD transfers Eagles* Wings Enterprises, Blowing Rock 828-265-0801 (accounting / web services) - $500 off small business website / $50 off monthly accounting services EB Wall & Associates, Lenoir 828-757-0047 (Advertising Agency) $300 discount on any design service (web, print, logo, photography, etc.) - new clients only Forbes Printing, Lenoir 828-158-0024 10% off one-time print order Money Matters Company, Inc., Blowing Rock 828-295-6522 10% discount off normal business collection rates Mulberry Group, Lenoir 828-758-1113 (Staffing Agency) New client discount—$100 off first 4 weeks of employee services NICKGREENE.COM,inc., Hudson 828-396-8811 (web services) 3 months free web hosting with 1-year agreement Photography by Mary Beth Hege, Boone 828-264-0813 10% off purchases of portraits (can be used for a family or individual, studio or location) Transcal Graphics, Hickory 828-324-5795 (high resolution graphics/digital printing) 10% discount for all first time clients Membership matters �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Mz. Relay 2007 contest at Westwood Saturday night Tuesday March 13 6:30 a.m.: High Country Christian Business Men: "How to be successful in business and life" at Hollar & Greene Produce Co. (Across from Mack Brown's Auto Dealership). Come and bring a friend as we learn and fellow­ ship together. For more info visit www.mtvernonchurch.org or call 828-964-8577 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quilters Guild on March 13 and 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9AM. The quilt will be The Twisted Bargello, which will be held on the two days mentioned. There are still openings avail­ able for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. 5:30 p.m.: A public meeting is being held at the Ashe County Humane Society Resource Center. The pur­ pose of this meeting is to inform the public of Humane Society goals and garner information and ideas from everyone pres­ ent. Any and all questions will be answered by the board of directors. The Humane Society needs community involvement. Refreshments will be served. Please invite everyone one you know who cares about animal wefare issues. Also, please bring a folding or stackable chair as seating is limited. Thank you, Sharon Sweeney, President 7 p.m.: Vacation Bible School Workshop at Family Central in Jefferson. Sponsored by The Shepherd's Staff. For more information call 846-7964 Thursday March 15 11 a.m.: American Red Cross: National Guard Armory from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. O NEGATIVE LESS THAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY O POSITIVE LESS THAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY A NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY B NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY as blood drive sponsors to bring in more blood donors every month! Thanks for your support of the American Red Cross. Please contact me for any questions or if you would like more information on spon­ soring a blood drive! For more information, please give me a call or email me: 336-403-1770, millsas@usa. redcross.org. You can also visit www.surrycountyredcross.org. Thank you , Ashley H. Mills Donor Recruitment Representative American Red Cross 5:15 p.m. The popular High Country Business Network will be meeting in Ashe County. The meeting will take place at Jefferson Landing. Following the networking por­ tion of the event, a presen­ tation entitled "How Do You Open a Line of Credit?" will be given by Perry Hendrix of First Charter Bank at approximately 6:15 p.m. To make a reserva­ tion for this FREE networking opportunity, email ardi@ardi. appstate.edu or call 828-2626662. 7 p.m. The New River Service Authority Board (dba New River Behavioral Healthcare) will hold its regular meeting at Mountain Aire Seafood & Steak House in Glendale Springs. 7:30 p.m. Pavlo is a compos­ er, musician, and recording artist who performs a music that combines influences of flamenco, Latin, classi­ cal and Mediterranean gui­ tar mixed together with the Greek bouzouki. Pavlo and his band will perform at the Ashe Civic Center . Seating is reserved and tickets are $8 adults, $5 students. For tickets or information please call 336846-ARTS. Friday March 16 1 p.m.: The Ashe Family Caregiver Council, com­ prised of representa­ tives from Ashe Services for Aging, Ashe County Hospice, Ashe Cooperative Extension, High Country Area Agency on Aging, and Ashe Pregnancy Crisis Center, is proud to offer to local family caregivers a new free support group. Whether A shortage of Type O blood is the worst of all blood short­ ages, because O blood must be available to treat trauma patients, as well as meet the your loved one lives in your transfusion needs of all Type home, their home or a nurs­ O patients. A shortage of ing facility, whether they suf­ Type O is responsible for most fer from Alzheimer's Disease, emergency appeals for blood Parkinson's or Diabetes, you donors nationally. Also, many are invited. Come out and hospitals transfuse only Type meet other community care­ O blood to premature babies, givers, receive support and because cross-matching and advice from your peers, and blood typing may not be pos­ learn about resources avail­ sible, and O- is the universal able in Ashe County. The donor. Caregiver Support Group will Every two seconds, some­ meet the third Friday of every one needs blood. Patients month from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at throughout our area are count­ Ashe Services for Aging. Can't ing on the American Red come because you have no Cross and generous spon­ one to be with your loved one? sors and donors to make sure Call us and ask about receiv­ blood is available whenever it ing respite services while you is needed. attend! For more information You can also help make sure call 336-246-2461 and ask to the blood supply continues speak with Natasha. adequate inventory levels 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks by sponsoring a blood drive at Family Central. This is an on weekdays or weekends. opportunity to make sure your Churches, civic organizations, child's car seat is the right one and businesses are needed for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. 4 p.m.: The National March 18 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions Committee for the New River (NCNR) invites the interested public and NCNR Members to an Open House from 4 p.m.-? at their office in West Jefferson. Refreshments 6 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC, is having a Gospel Singing featuring the Pine Mountain Boys.Come join Pastor Rick Miller and the congregation for a night of fel­ lowship and songs will be provided and informa­ tion will be available on the conservation group's mission along the New River, includ­ ing efforts to protect impor­ tant lands in the watershed, streambank restoration proj­ ects, and water monitoring programs. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet new staff members and learn about the programs they coor­ dinate at NCNR. The office is located at 04 North Jefferson Avenue in West Jefferson, NC (next to McNeill's Department Store). For more information and directions, call the office: 336-846-4871 or email info@ ncnr.org. 8 p.m.: Blood, Sweat & Tears with Chuck Negron. Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night, joins Blood, Sweat & Tears to form a powerhouse combo that can offer no less than 26 Top 40 hits rang­ ing from "Joy to the World" to"You've Made Me So Very Happy." Guaranteed to bring back a flood of memories! Tickets (336)838-6260. Location: Walker Center, Wilkesboro Web or email address: www. WalkerCenterOnline.org Monday March 19 7 p.m.: Session I of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes for 2007 is now in progress at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Classes are held on 6:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. will have thier monthly meeting, at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. Thank you, David Sexton, (Commander) 6:30 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute Is sponsoring a discussion on voluntary simplicity. All are welcome to Thursday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Saturday March 17 7 p.m.: "Mz. Relay" 2007. Relay for Life organiz­ ers present: A womanless beauty pageant at Westwood Elementary School Auditorium. Who will wear the crown? Adults $7.00, Children 12 and under $4.00. Advance tickets available by calling Mary Jo Black 336-219-2727 days or 336-982-9055 7:30 p.m.: ETSU Bluegrass Band - Carrying on the spir­ it of bluegrass at Mintage Hall Mountain City,TN 37683 423-727-7444. Sunday attend. The discussion is held in the lobby classroom of Ashe Memorial Hospital. Tuesday March 20 Bald Mountain Baptist Church announces "Divorce Care" Divorced or separat­ ed find help at Divorce Care which is a special weekly seminar and support group for folks just like you. You do not have to be a member of Bald Mt Baptist Church to join Divorce Care. Call the office to register at 877-01550. Bald Mt Baptist Church also announces that the North Carolina Baptist Singers will be in concert at Bald Mountain on Monday night April 23 at 7:00. These singers are from across the state in our Baptist Churches. Brother David Phillips Associational Choir Director and Bald Mt Choir director invite you to come here this special group of sing­ ers. Rev. Lawrence Goodman is the pastor and invites you to attend. 6 p.m.: The New River Behavioral HealthCare Consumer and Family Advisory Committee will meet at the New River Behavioral HealthCare Outpatient Treatment Center at 1430 Willow Lane, Westpark C61-2, Nort Wilkesboro, NC. For more information, call the Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Liaison at 828-264-9007 Friday March 23 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quilters Guild on March 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9 a.m. The quilt will be The Twisted Bargello. There are still open­ ings available for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. Services for Aging Building, 180 Chattyrob Lane, West Jefferson. Sponsored by the Ashe County Democratic Party. Tickets are $15 each. Sunday March 25 11 a.m.: Buffalo Baptist Church will have revival with Rev. Neal Hatfield from Uplands Reach as their guest speaker. There will be special music each evening. The Service begins on March 25 th at 11 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each evening through Wednesday. 11 a.m.: Midway Baptist Church announces that Pine Ridge Boys will be singing March 25th at the 11 a.m. service. Rev. Steve LeaShomb and the congrega­ tion invite you to attend. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends meets every (Quakers) Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 2 p.m.: The Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs is pleased to again host one of Southern Gospel's finest groups, Kevin Spencer and Friends. Wilkes Campus on Saturday, March 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration costs for the class will be $50.00. PreRegistration is required. To pre-register contact Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6166 or (336) 838-6210. Kevin Spencer and Friends organized in June of 1992 and have recorded three # 1 songs! Their hit songs and fan favorites include: "The Blood Is Still There", "If The Rapture Was Yesterday", "The Vision", "Let's Meet By The River", "Shepherd of The Lost", "Saved By Grace", "Stand By Me", "Come Away", "Sounds of That City", and many more. They have been awarded the two highest hon­ ors for a new group to receive - The Singing News "Horizon Group of the Year" and the Gospel Voice "Sunrise Group of the Year". They currently sing 280 concerts per year in 30 different states, Canada, the Virgin Islands, Honduras, can be heard on gospel radio 6 p.m.: FDR Dinner at Ashe continued on page 11 Saturday March 24 8:30 a.m.:Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering Tanning Facility Operator training at the Get your pit crew ready for the Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOR PRIZES! TH I S WE E K ' S RO N E S TO T A I Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Pick the top three finishers & win the honus! BBBKll *Unless Won in Previous Race Official Jefferson Post I NASCAR Pit stop for Prizes Kabaft Tank Entry Form 500 Las Vegas Motor Speedway 3-18-07 Race Winner 2nd Place. 3rd Place Your Name Your Address Phone # TIE BREAKER: (Please guess the average speed of the race winner in miles per hour) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson PIT STOP FOR PRIZES' QULM 1 • Must be 21 years old or older to enter. 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win -A. RACE WINNER - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer cor­ rectly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the $20. B. BONUS POINTS -- Pick the top three drivers in order of finish and you win the bonus. The bonus amount starts at $20. If nobody wins the bonus for that particular race, then that amount roils over to the next race, in addition to the $20 added already. In the event of a tie, the person guessing clos­ est to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the bonus points.' 5. All entries must be received in the office of the Jefferson Post no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. 6. In the event no one picks the correct winner of the race, the $20 amount for that race will also be added to the bonus points total for the next race. 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Please check our Friday, March 23r<l edition for the winner information on this race. �TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 11 COMMUNITY EVENTS Westwood Elementary needs old cell phones to recycle continued from page 10 throughout the United States, and can be seen on many different Christian TV sta­ tions including GMT (Gospel Music Television). The group has also made appearanc­ es on Bill Gaither's videos "All Day Singing", "So Glad", and "Sunday Meeting Time." Kevin Spencer and Friends are all born again Christians that believe in living what they sing. The concert is free, but a love offering will be taken during the service. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd, just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)9824840, Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743, or Paul Jones at (336)982-3478. 7 p.m.: Upcoming revival for Phoenix Baptist Church .Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy Joe Blevins Beginning March 25. Prayer rooms at 6:30 p.m. Special singing nightly. Transportation and Child care will be provided. More infor­ mation call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Dollar & congregation invite everyone to attend. Thursday March 29 8:30 a.m.: American Red Cross: Ashe County High School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. O NEGATIVE LESS THAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY O POSITIVE LESS THAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY A NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY B NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY A shortage of Type O blood is the worst of all blood short­ ages, because O blood must be available to treat trauma .patients, as well as meet the transfusion needs of all Type O patients. A shortage of Type O is responsible for most emergency appeals for blood donors nationally. Also, many hospitals transfuse only Type O blood to premature babies, because cross-matching and blood typing may not be pos­ sible, and O- is the universal donor. Every two seconds, some­ one needs blood. Patients throughout our area are count­ ing on the American Red Cross and generous spon­ sors and donors to make sure blood is available whenever it is needed. You can also help make sure the blood supply continues adequate inventory levels by sponsoring a blood drive on weekdays or weekends. Churches, civic organizations, and businesses are needed as blood drive sponsors to bring in more blood donors every month! Thanks for your support of the American Red Cross. Please contact me for any questions or if you would like more information on spon­ soring a blood drive! For more information, please give me a call or email me: 336-403-1770, millsas@usa. redcross.org. You can also visit www.surrycountyredcross.org. Thank you , Ashley H. Mills Donor Recruitment Representative American Red Cross 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Friday March 30 7 p.m.: Classical guitarist Richard Easley and singer/ songwriter Scot Pope in concert at the Ashe County Library, Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 846-2041 for more information. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Saturday March 31 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards-are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS 1 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute will be sponsor­ ing a free showing of An Inconvenient Truth at Ashe County Library on Saturday, March 31 at 1 p.m. in West Jefferson. There will also be opportunity for discussion as well as sign ups for a brand new four-session Global Warming course they will be offering in the weeks and months to follow. This is a free program, open to the public. For addi­ tional information, please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Sunday April 1 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 2 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly presents Catfish Moon Sunday mati­ nee Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Monday April 2 6:30 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is sponsoring a discussion on voluntary simplicity. All are welcome to attend. The discussion is held in the lobby classroom of Ashe Memorial Hospital. Thursday April 5 6:30 p.m.: Disabled American Veterans will have their Bingo game at Family Central. Thank you, Buddy Greer, (Commander) 336982-3743 Saturday April 7 11 a.m.: Helping Hands Ladies Group of Bethel Baptist Church will be having a Chicken BBQ Fundraiser on Nettle Knob Road in West Jefferson. Half a Chicken, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, Drink and Dessert for $6.00. Proceeds go to helping Ashe County Citizens in need. We Will Deliver for orders of 5 or more in West Jefferson! Ongoing Events Our elementary need your help! schools Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for children in conjunc­ tion with a visiting author pro­ gram about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the coun­ ty. Call the school at 336-9824200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 2975346 , Westwood Elementary is currently having a "Phone Raiser" and we need your help! We are collecting used cell phones to be recycled and make cash for our school. You can drop those used cell phones off at the Main Office at Westwood or send them in with a student. Westwood Elementary is a member of the 'Box Tops for Education' and Cambell's UPC program. Many products that you buy and use on your grocery list have them! The Box Tops and UPC Codes add up fast and help support the school. You can save and drop them off at Westwood School before the year ends. This is an ongioing event from year to year, so help us by saving those Box Tops today! Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold March services at HolyTrinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The March meeting on March 12 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The program will include a discussion of the spring care and pruning of ornamental trees and shrubs by Bryan Davis, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia, tendino-muscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-846-7492 mailbox #7, or 828-406-1985 for an appointment and directions. THE CHILDBIRTH/ NEWBORN CARE CLASSES The Ashe County Garden Club meets on the second AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WILL NOW BE HELD ON THURSDAY EVENINGS (NOTTUESDAYS) AT 7 p.m.- BEGINNING ON THURSDAY FEBRUARY 8TH. Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. If you have an interest in gardening and you would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for further information. Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Raffle to Benefit Alleghany Animal Shelter - Win our "Spring has Sprung" Gift Collection! Collection includes unique tea pot donated by Cater Pots (valued at $130), lots of other unique gifts donated by local merchants, and a certificate for a FREE spay/neuter! Tickets are $1 ea. or 6 for $5. Buy your tickets at Twin Oaks Vet Hospital or The Fashion Zone in Sparta, NC! Drawing to be Held March 20! Watch the drawing LIVE on Channel 50! For more info, call Robyn at 336-363-9187. Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. "The Jesus Experiment" at FaithBridge Ever wonder, "So what's the big deal about Jesus?" Many people are interested in Jesus, respect him, even worship him, but question why his life, death, and resurrection are so important. FaithBridge United Methodist Church's next Small Group Opportunity for sermon series will address this Newly Married and Engaged question and will encourage us to not only THINK about Couples. FaithBridge United Methodist Church is offering Christian discipleship but TRY a new Small Group for IT OUT, through what we will Newly Married and Engaged call "The Jesus Experiment". Couples, to enrich budding Beginning February 11th and marriage relationships. This concluding Easter Sunday, small group will provide April 8th, our pastor's sermons fellowship opportunities with will walk through the Gospel of Mark week by week, focusing other couples just starting out, as well as offer teaching from on Jesus and his challenge: a video-based curriculum by "Follow Me." In each sermon two Christian counselors who in this series, we will receive are experts on marriage, Les the "Experiment of the Week" and Leslie Parrott. The small which will allow us to put group will be facilitated by Rev. into practice our discipleship Marianne Romanat, pastor (following Jesus). The of FaithBridge.This group will community is invited to join us meet in the home of Kyle and in participating in "The Jesus Elise Sigmon in Boone, for Experiment". If you've always Directions call: 828-295-8333 wanted to understand more on Wednesday nights from about who Jesus is and why 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March He is so important, this is a 7th and ending May 9th. sermon series you will not Desserts and coffee will be want to miss! Come grow with provided by the church, and us, by walking alongside Jesus child care will be available and getting to know Him. upon request. FaithBridge United Methodist For more information about Church worships on Sundays this small group opportunity, at 11 a.m. at the Blowing contact FaithBridge United Rock School Auditorium (the Methodist Church at 828-295- former Blowing Rock Stage 8333 or visiting the church's Company location) on Sunset website: www.faithbridgeumc. Drive in Blowing Rock. Our org . FaithBridge worships on worship style is informal and Sundays at 11 am atthe Blowing nontraditional. Dress is casual Rock School Auditorium on and free quality child care is Sunset Drive. Dress is casual provided. To find out more and child care is provided for about us, visit our website at all worship services. www.faithbridgeumc.org or call (828) 295-8333. The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Edward Elliott,Dipl.Ac.,L.Ac., Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Sign up Is under way for the 21st Annual Ashe County Checkers Classic. The tournament is played at the Deluxe Barber Shop in West Jefferson during February and is sponsored by Miller Insurance and Deluxe Barber Shop. All serious checkers players come by or call 8465471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New River Volunteer Fire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month FamHn 1 Friends. Neighbors. Coworkers. Divorce Someone You Know Is Hurting. Tell him or her about DivorceCare, a special weekly seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced. Call today for more information. Bald Mountain Baptist Church Tuesday, March 20th, 2007 6:30 - 8:00 PM • Call 877-1550 to register DIVORCE($/E, Open the Door on Your New Home Fixed rate loans Adjustable rate loans Quick approvals and closings °an "'UCeSSOr T(S?Ar>arr,>. and Loan Officer, Carta Brannan First-time home-buyers program West Jefferson u 1 HankT. Clay, Jr., MD 08B S. Jefferson Ave, Heather Herman, FNP Gary Reash,_PA-C (336) 846-1044 New Patients Accepted Monday - Thursday 8 am - 5 pm Friday 8 am - noon Call 982-2158 to schedule an appointment Efija Highlands 1 Union Bank "Faces you know... People you trust."SM www.hubank.com FDM Kivn • ""^1 tJELl 0MB �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted Administrative COUNTY OF ASHE Policy Perform a variety of POSITION VACANCY Assistant I duties designed to (Position 743-16-0113) CLASSIFIED receive and initiate Open until filled. 20 Bldg/Grounds ADVERTISING phone calls from cus­ hrs/week, time-limited Maintenance Worker tomers and field repre­ with New River Office Hours sentatives relative to Behavioral HealthCare, Ashe County is seeking Monday - Friday quotes, delivery, pric­ applications to fill a Watauga County. 8 am - 5 pm ing, quality issues and vacancy in the Public Duties: Grant Writer. the processing of Buildings Department Preparing, reviewing CLASSIFIED RMA's for ail locations. as a Maintenance and writing grant DEADLINES High School education Worker. Successful applications, including and equivalent to 2 applicant will be the use of appropriate Tuesday's paper years college. Three to responsible for forms, developing a (Friday 9:00 am) five year's experience performing general budget in compliance Friday's paper f? preferred. Thorough carpentry work in the with sponsors, the (Wednesday knowledge of office construction, mainte­ State and NRBHC procedures including nance, and repair of 9:00 am) guidelines. Maintain operation of various County buildings and and monitor project facilities. Applicant will equipment such as per­ administration files IMPORTANT sonal computer and also assist other using existing proce­ I INFORMATION computer software re­ maintenance personnel dures or devising new quiring some advanced in a variety of building In the case of an error methods as necessary. skill knowledge. trades work, such as on our part, credit will Strong communication Proficient in Excel, electrical, plumbing, and attention to detail be given for the first Powerpoint, and strong painting and/or a must. Minimum incorrect run only. The Internet knowledge. masonry. Applicant will requirements: Jefferson Post is Send resume to perform a variety of Graduation from high not responsible for Human Resources school and four years light custodial work in incorrect copy submit­ Dept., P.O. Box 1860, of progressively the care and ted by the advertiser Boone, NC 28607 or responsible secretarial maintenance of County or for typographical apply at Employment buildings and facilities. or clerical/administra­ errors which do not Security Commission, Salary: $21,321.00 lessen the value of the tive/office management 828-265-5385. experience. Usual annually plus excellent ad. EEOE. Schedule: flexible. benefits package. For a Salary grade (63). full job description and Charges SPECIAL NURSES an application, contact Submit state Rates depend on size! FOR SPECIAL the Employment application to: of ad and number of PEOPLE!! Security Commission Watauga Employment runs. Please call We are looking for a located at Family Security Commission Classified Dept. very special person 207 Winklers Creek Central, 626 Ashe for information. \ NURSEI! Rd, Boone NC 28607. Central School Road, We have an opening Jefferson, NC 28640. Mail orders should be Criminal records check for an RN to provide and pre employment Deadline for application sent with payment to: \ nursing services to drug testing is required. is Friday, March 23, people with mental 2007 at 5:00 pm. EOE/AAE. Classified Advertising retardation. Some of Criminal records check The Jefferson Post the work you might and pre-employment PO Box 808 Are you a CNA who expect: Assessments, drug testing is required. West Jefferson, NC would like to work full Drug Reviews, Training EOE/AAE time, part time or 28694 Med. Techs., Clinic. flex time? But there is also the INNOVATIVE SALON (We accept personal Would you like 11 paid unexpected: Sharing in in West Jefferson check, Visa or d holidays, health the lives of wonderful looking for an Master Card) insurance, attendance people and working experienced stylist to bonus? with outstanding take over an Telephone: clinicians in a true team established clientele (336)846-7164 1| Ashe Services for environment. list. For information, Aging, Inc. is presently Fax: Competitive pay and contact 336-846-1772 I (336) 846-7165 || recruiting Certified benefits. or 336-877-6487. Nurse Aides. RHA Health Services, e-mail; Will assist client 176 Wildcat Road, J. Y. MONK classified with personal care Deep Gap, NC. REAL ESTATE jeffersonpost.com needs and light Call 828-262-5450. SCHOOL Web: housekeeping. Work RHA is an EOE and a Get your license Fast. www.jeffersonpost.com requires judgment, a fun place to work. Boone & Charlotte pleasant attitude and Courses. Free 30-Special initiative as well as tact Your next big career Brochure & Schedule. Notices and diplomacy in move starts right 1-800-849-0932 dealing with clients here! If you have left and families. MARKETING pictures with us Also, recruiting part ASSISTANT Schwan's Home PLEASE remember to time and substitute Seeking employee that Service, Inc., come in and pick teachers for has a desire to learn a leader in food sales them up. intergenerational, electronics business & and delivery for over 50 THANKYOU developmental day grow with global years, is seeking Jefferson Post program serving manufacturer dealing entrepreneurial children birth to 5 years with Sales/Marketing individuals to join our PUBLISHER S NOTICE: old. Duties will include both domestic as well All real estate advertising growing team. In this newspaper is sub­ developing and as International. ject to the Fair Housing Act fostering a positive and Above average Customer Service which makes It illegal to nurturing environment advertise any preferences. computer skills Managers Limitation or discrimination for children, effectively required in Excel, Route Sales based on race, color, communicating with Powerpoint, & Word. religion, sex, handicap, parents, fellow BS Degree in tinanciat status or national Schwan's Home origin includes children un­ teachers, and other Business, Marketing, or Service, Inc., der the age ol 16 living with professionals. IT preferred. Send Can offer you: parents or legal custodians, Program offers a pregnant women & people resume to Human PAID Training! securing custody of chil­ competitive salary and Resources Dept., PO Great BENEFITS! dren under 18. This news­ Box 1860, Boone, NC benefits package. . paper will not knowingly 28607 or apply at Apply online at accept any advertising for legal estate which Is In If you are interested www.schwansjobs.com. Employment Security violation of the law. Our in applying for these For questions call Commission, readers are here by (757) 538-8202 or positions, please 828-265-5385. informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ contact Linda Autry at (888) 650-2775 EEOE. per are available on equal Ashe Services for EOE opportunity basis. To comAging, Inc. piain ol discrimination call TRUCK DRIVER HUD toll-free at 160-Business (336)246-2461 or the TRAINING 1-800-669-9777. Employment Security Opportunities The toll-telephone number Get a Better Job Commission for the hearing impaired Is a Better Career Leading 1-800-927-9275. (336)982-4212. a Better Life Telecommunications Earn top-pay Full Time Position Company seeking 40-Lost & Found Wilkes Community available for a entrepreneurs to work College/SAGE Registered Nurse with VoIP. Can also be Have you found an Technical Services to provide oversight excellent part time or animal or item? Have Otter: Small Classes and general nursing home business. Call you lost a favorite pet One-on-one training, care and services toll free 877-876-7786 or item? Advertise it in ONE STUDENT to persons with PERTRUCK the Jefferson Post for 235-Christmas disabilities in Lifetime Job FREE. Ad will run residential homes and Trees Placement vocational center. for 2 weeks. For Sale: Fraser Fir Nationwide Great benefit package. Call 846-7164 Seedlings, 3-0's, bed5-Week Training Prefer one year nursing (behind-the-wheel and run. Also, have trans­ experience and prior 140-Help Wanted plants. 276-579-7733 classroom) DD experience. Call CDL and ready RHA Health Services WANTED: Administrative to work in 6 weeks at 828-262-5450 Entire fields, large or Assistant, Part-time. Financial assistance small, Fraser Fir Appalachian Regional available to those Need a new job? Christmas Trees. Library. Performs who qualify Look in Willing to assume all accounting and CALL NOW The Jefferson Post maintenance. secretarial duties on as (336)838-6509 Classifieds! Call 276-579-7733. needed-basis up to 40 hours per month @ $11.58 per hour. Attends ARL Board meetings bimonthly in Ashe, Watauga or Wilkes. Bachelor's degree preferred; accounting courses/ experience required. Send resume and three professional references to: Louise Humphrey, Director of Libraries, 148 Library Drive, W. Jefferson, NC 28694 by March 21. L1ARN Fraser Fir Transplants 65c each. Negotiable pricing depending upon quantity and who lifts plants. 20,000 available. 828-898-2970. Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 260-Garage/Yard Sales KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time 2 times -$9.50 $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous For Sale: Framed Bob Timberlake Artist Proof #74 Of 75. Portrait of Zinnias. $800. Noritake China, Crestmont pattern, service for 8. $300. Call 982-5845 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 330-Pets For Sale: Registered Border Collie puppies. Ready to go. Females $200, Males $175. Call 336-877-4530, please leave message. Found Labrador. Male. Chocolate/Red in color. Collar. Friendly. Well trained and be­ haved. Found Sunday, Feb. 25, in Buck Moun­ tain Road area, West Jefferson. Call 877-2516. Jasmine is a 4-6 month old, chow mix. This lit­ tle girl has a heart of gold! She's such a wonderful, playful girl who would love to go to a home with another playful pup! She just adores people and attention! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com 310-Musical EU M ?[«wn -J M tf We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. Shop The Classifieds. Positions available are Route Delivery and Warehouse Personnel. All jobs are full-time and some may require weekend work! Pay will be commensurate with experience and ablility to learn the job. Fringe Benefits include Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Health Insurance and Holiday Pay. A CDL License is preferred! Applications are now being taken. Applicants may pick-up and return application forms to our Hwy. 163 warehouse location. No telephone calls! An equal opportunity employer Dr. Pepper Bottling Company of West Jefferson, NC d EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT A S H E M E M O R I A L H O S P I T A L , I N C and AMH SECRAVES CARE CENTER FULL-TIME POSITIONS: PART-TIME POSITIONS: STAFF PHARMACIST - 1st shift DIETARY WORKER - 2nd shift (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) C.N.A./UNIT SECRETARY (3rd shift) ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER . fRAININO CENTERS D Virginia (9 1-800-334-1203 ^www.alliancetractortrailer.conT^ 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers 7 Room Farmhouse, Warrensville.Applian­ ces. No smoking / No inside pets. $550 per month. $550 security deposit . References required. 336-384-3913 Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available Equipment. Your source for news in Ashe County and Country: The Jefferson Post 530-Lots & Acreage 2 bedroom/2 bath mo­ bile home on 2 acre lot. Appliances. No smoking or pets inside. $400 per month, $400 security deposit. 1 year lease and references required. 336-384-3913 100 acres, Deep Gap area, off Pine Swamp Rd.. 15 miles from Boone, views of Park­ way, Cascade, 360 View, Ridge Top. $11,000 per acre. Call 828-628-9410. For Lease: Pasture and Barn for Horses. Riding Trails available. By Parkway in Laurel Springs, NC. Call 336-359-8224. 3BR 2Bath located in Friendship Park, West Jefferson. $535 month, $535 deposit. Will rent to own with $1500 down payment. Call 336-982-5072 after 6pm. 3BFI/2BA mobile home w/oil furnace, carpet & tile flooring. Very nice home. $500.00/month. Call Carolina Mountain Properties & Rentals at 336-246-2880 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale For Sale: House, Outbuildings & 26 acres more or less. Call 336-384-3360 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 1115Professionals FOR HIRE l et iiu• help \/ou lo create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. I ligh-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graplix at 336-982-5145 or email fircfliiiiiiii>0'liiiilit>o.com 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-27 ELIZABETH LYLE, Petitioner, vs. DWIGHT A. MILLER AND ALL OTHER LIVING HEIRS OF SAMUEL MILLER, DECEASED Respondents NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: Susuan L. Tackett and unnamed spouse Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-enti­ tled special proceed­ ing. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: Permission is being sought from the court to sell a piece of prop­ erty containing 31.023 acres located in Ashe SINGLEWIDE SALEM County, North Carolina Arriving Daily New originally owned by 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Sam Miller who died 2 Bath September 10, 1916, Bedrooms Homes with Shingle and is survived by 150 Roof and Vinyl Siding. heirs of which you are We will MEET or BEAT one of the heirs. The anyone's prices. proceeds from the sale Call 336-973-2336 will be distributed amongst the heirs 505-Modular according to the North Carolina intestate suc­ Homes for Sale cession laws. LOOKI! 2 New Modulars just You are required to arrived -ULTIMATE make response to such HOME LIVING. MUST pleading not later than SEE TO BELIEVE. April 12, 2007, and Call for appointment at upon your failure to do 336-973-2335 so the party seeking service against you will IflODULARS!apply to the court for MODULARS! the relief sought. Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! This the 22nd day of February, 2007. D. Dale Howard Attorney for Petitioner 756 W. King St. P.O. Box 32 Boone, NC 28607 Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus CRNA With Sign On Bonus Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator Home Health Program Coordinator PHARMACY TECH - 1st shift MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - 3rd shift Wytheville, Wanted: Weathered Poplar Boards, any condition, at least 8" wide. Will dismantle building if needed. 336-877-1129. Leave message, will call back same day. Missing from Peak Creek area since 2-2307, 15 week old female 1 husky-lab mix puppy, EOUAL Houwia i tan and brown with 1 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. blue eyes. If you have For more information, 1 Shotgun Reloading any info please call Call 336-246-9163 Press, 20 GA. $75 Patricia - 982-4322. TDD# 1-800-735-2962 | Call 336-877-0159 $100 reward for her For Sale: 1980, 80ci safe return. RESULTS! FIH Police Bike. Border Collie Puppies Need to advertise a Many new internal Reg., Black & White. place for rent? List it engine parts. This is a Beautiful, with great in our "for rent" riding bike, not a show temperments. 1st shots sections. bike. Bought boat, and wormed. $200 ea. Call Geraldine at must sell bike. $7500 Call 336-977-9309 for 336-846-7164 firm. No tire kickers, more information. For Rent: 2 BR House please. Call 336384-1074 after 6 pm. 350-Wanted to Stop by Hart Power Dr. Pepper Bottling Co. of West Jefferson has an immediate need for 2-3 Quality Employees! ALLIANCE 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Bugsy (Shelter ID #21) is an energetic, 2-3 year old, purebred, male border collie. Bugsy will need a fami­ For Sale: 2005 Power ly with a fenced in yard, Max RC Motor Sports as Bugsy will chew off Scooter. $600 OBO. his leash or tie-out. Call 828-964-8898 He's a very friendly boy or 336-877-3155 who loves to give kiss­ es. Bugsy is also good 430-Rooms, with kids and other dogs - he would love to Apts., Houses go to a home with For Rent another dog so he'd 3 Bedroom, 1-1/2 Bath have a playmate. brick home in nice setting, w/hardwood Contact the Alleghany floors, carpet & carport Animal Shelter in Spar­ in West Jefferson. ta at 336-372-8744 for $750/month. more info or visit Call Carolina alleghany.petfinder.com Mountain Properties 336-246-2880. WAREHOUSE PERSONNEL NEEDED TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap For Sale: 2003 XR 70 Dirtbike. Kick Starter, 3 speed, automatic. Very good condition. Comes with owners manual, title and tool kit. Half off original price. $975 firm. Call 336-982-8154 ROUTE DELIVERY AND TO 1111 r FULL & PART-TIME CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • 235-Christmas Trees To apply: Apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640 or email to hr@ashememorial.org. Hospice Weekend RN We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2007 PAGE 13 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY road N. 06-37-00 E. 175.96 feet to a point in the intersection of the road and a private drive; thence with a division of the Robert Long property N.56-3237 W. 28, 22 feet to a point in the center of the drive; thence with a curve to the left having a radius of 123.29 feet, an arc distance of 121.93 feet and a chord of N. 84-52-36 W. 117.02 feet to a point in the drive; thence S.66-47-25 W. 60.35 feet to a P/K nail set in the drive; thence so as to divide the dwelling s. 65-15-56 W. 91.33 feet to a 3/8: rebar set on the bank; thence S. 53-07-04 W. 60.00 feet to the BEGINNING. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-27 ELIZABETH LYLE, Petitioner, vs. DWIGHT A. MILLER AND ALL OTHER LIVING HEIRS OF SAMUEL MILLER, DECEASED Respondents NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: Wayne Turner and unnamed spouse Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-enti­ tled special proceed­ ing. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: Permission is being sought from the court to sell a piece of prop­ erty containing 31.023 acres located in Ashe County, North Carolina originally owned by Sam Miller who died September 10, 1916, and is survived by 150 heirs of which you are one of the heirs. The proceeds from the sale will be distributed amongst the heirs according to the North Carolina intestate suc­ cession laws. You are required to make response to such pleading not later than April 12, 2007, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. This the 22nd day of February, 2007. D. Dale Howard Attorney for Petitioner 756 W. King St. P.O. Box 32 Boone, NC 28607 674.0000074 04-SP-69 Conventional - No PMI 1689879382 AMENDED NOTICE " TRUSTEE S UNDER AND BY VIRTUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and de­ livered by Diane Byers, an unmarried woman, dated June 19, 2003 and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, recorded on July 14, 2003, in Book 00297 at page 1406; and because of default in the payment of indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Ashe County Court­ house, in Jefferson, North Carolina at 10:00 AM on Thursday, March 22, 2007, that parcel of land, includ­ ing improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Jefferson, County of Ashe, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: A certain tract of land containing 0.921 acres according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes, Registered Land Surveyor No. L-3094, located in Jefferson Township, Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina. Bounded by the lands of formerly of or in possession of the following: on the South by Gilley (Deed Book C-4, Page 166) and Sally Davis (Deed Book H-3, Page 56), and on the East by NCSR #1511, and on the North by a 0.743 acre tract to be conveyed to Eddie and Jackie Byers and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on an existing 3/8" steel rod, the Poe-Gilley corner; thence with the Gilley line and the Davis line S. 71-26-45 E., 308.56 feet to a 3/8M rebar set on the Western side of NCSR #1511 (Ashe Park Road); thence S. 71-26-45 E. 14.47 feet to a point in the center of said road; thence with the center of the 1195-Legals Address of property: 317 Ashe Park Rd, Jefferson, NC 28640 Present Record Owners: Diane Byers (1). The real property herinabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, unpaid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return .of the -deposit;) Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trustee(s). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trustee(s), in their sole discretion, if they believe the chal­ lenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 846- 1 •7164 Sell '/ It! Buy It! Fix It!! 3 Call 1846-1 7164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! a Call 18467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! 1 Call 18467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! v Call 18467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 18467164 tfioe t&e Cfifat t&at &eefi4> all yean... deed. Dated: February 14, 2007 Kellam & Pettit, PA. Substitute Trustee (704) 442-9500 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07SP15 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST FROM SUSAN O. STANLEY AND TOMMY A. STANLEY, TO C.B. SERVICES CORP., TRUSTEE, DATED JULY 23, 2004 RECORDED IN BOOK 316, PAGE 576, ASHE COUNTY REGISTRY NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE The terms of the sale are that the real property herinbefore described will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right to require a cash deposit or a certified check not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event that the Owner and Holder is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be required to pay revenue stamps on the Trustee's Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. 7A-308 (a) 1195-Legals Pursuant to an order entered 27th February 2007, in the Superior Court for Ashe County, and the power of sale contained in the cap­ tioned deed of trust (the "Deed of Trust"), the undersigned Sub­ stitute Trustee will offer for sale at auction, to the highest bidder for cash, AT THE COURT­ HOUSE DOOR IN JEFFERSON, ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA ON MARCH 26, 2007 11:00 AM the real estate and the improvements thereon secured by the Deed of Trust, less and except any of such property released from the lien of the deed of trust prior to the date of said sale, lying and being in Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: Property known as 650 Big Laurel Road, Creston, NC and is further described in that Deed of Trust recorded in Book 316, Page 576, Ashe County Registry. This sale will be made subject to all prior liens of record, if any, and to all unpaid ad valorem taxes and special assessments,. if any, which became a lien subsequent to the recordation of the Deed of Trust. This sale will be further subject to the right, if any, of the United States of Ameri­ ca to redeem the above-described prop­ erty for a period of 120 days following the date when the final upset bid period has run. A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • P0 Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 The purchaser of the property described above shall pay the Clerk's Commissions in the amount of $.45 per $100.00 of the purchase price (up to a maximum amount of $300.00), required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). If the purchaser of the above described prop­ erty is someone other than the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust, the purchaser shall also pay the Ashe County Excise Tax (land transfer tax, if ap­ plicable) in the amount of one percent (1%) of the purchase price. Gift Subscription for... In Ashe County I Name I • $36.00 Address , ° o I Seniors In Ashe Co. City. I • $46.50 Name POYNER & SPRUILL LLP David M.Warren, Esq. N.C.Bar No. 12581 James T. Martin, Esq. N.C.Bar No. 2895 Attorneys for Spruillco, Ltd. 130 S. Franklin Street P.O. Box 353 Rocky Mount, NC 27802 (252) 972-7067 I Out-of-County (AH) A Gift from: This 27th day of February 2007. I • $33.00 State I a Now you don't h*»o to wait in GET OG'T OF LINE lino for government service' and information because now the government is officially online at ritslGov.gov. Lose the wait, FirstGov.gov Tbf olflcUl »cb portal of the Federal Govmanl >01 g»f MMMt infoiuitioi by phone. nil I-Mt-FID-INFO (thil'i RBC001-00000619 A R T . 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"The tornado that struck Columbus County last fall and the one that killed school children in Alabama last week are reminders of how damaging and tragic these storms can be," said Easley. "Tornadoes can occur with little warning. I urge every­ one to take the time to dis­ cuss and rehearse your fam­ ily emergency plans, so that when the National Weather Service issues a tornado warning in your area, every­ one can act quickly and take shelter calmly." Last year, the National Weather Service issued 104 tornado warnings, and re­ corded 31 tornadoes in North Carolina. Tornadoes usually form during heavy thunder­ storms when warm, moist air collides with cold air. These storms can also produce large hail and strong winds. The Department of Crime Control and Public Safety recommends the safest place during a tornado is under­ ground in a basement or a storm cellar. If there is no basement, people who are at home should go to the lowest floor of the house and to an interior room such as a hall­ way or closet. Schoolchildren should go to inner hallways, but stay out of gymnasiums, auditoriums or cafeterias where there is a large roof span. Office workers should T & L CONSTRUCTION Residential & Commercial • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More ~ W Owner - Tom Jarman Sr. k l I Call 336-846-8229 Those who are on foot or a take shelter under something sturdy like a desk or a table bicycle could encounter fall­ to protect from flying debris ing trees, downed power lines or a collapsed roof. Everyone or lightning, and they should should stay away from win­ go to a safe place immediate­ ly. The basement of a sturdy dows. "Listen to local radio, tele­ building is best. 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Every­ where I looked I was remind­ ed of my own incompetence and laziness. I hated being there, so every chance I got I ran to escape the pain that I beginning to see a difference in the way our home looked and best of all, how it felt. I like to think of it as giving birth to a new me, because that is exactly what I did! As I was dealing with taking care of me and slowly getting rid of the clutter, our house became a home. Not a museum but a real home that you could en­ joy being in and not be afraid to open the doors to strangers or even close friends. I was no longer trying to hide our dirty little secret. I had gotten rid of them. The clutter was gone and our home was a welcom­ ing haven for us. There is no place like home! There is no place like home! There is no place like home! When you can feel this way about where you live then you know that you are FLYing! Robert and I enjoy our home. It is not spotless but it is lived in and loved! Ev­ ery square inch of our home makes us smile! This is be­ cause we released our clutter, cleaned up our hotspots and established simple routines to keep our home blessed on a daily basis! You can do this too! One of the first things you are going to notice as you re­ claim your home is that you are will throw open the shades and curtains and let the" sun shine in! Clutter makes a Used Car Extravaganza 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo D9352, $169/month 2004 Dodge Neon J8836B $149 /month $6,900 $7,888 $7,888 2003 Dodge RaOl 1500 D8770C $159/month 2006 Chrysler Sebring paw $ 159/month 2006 Chrysler Sebring paia? $159/month — BOONE—When a group of women get together, sooner or later the conversation turns to their dissatisfaction with their I bodies. j It's called "fat talk," a term , coined by anthropologist Mimi '-Nichter who looked at the beI havior in middle school and ! I high school girls. II Appalachian State Uni­ versity psychology professors [Denise Martz, Lisa Curtin I and Doris Bazzini and a team | students are looking at the bf | behavior among college-age | Ivomen. A Their research, including R Raster's degree student Lau|l 'en Britton and honors student Ej frini LeaShomb, has been pub|-shed in the online journal SciljnceDirect.com, and appeared In the September 2006 issue of I body Image: An International S journal of Research. The inter| jational, peer-reviewed journal a liblishes high-quality, scienH jfic articles on body image and I uman physical appearance. I "It's a wide open area of I Mdy," Martz said of the pracI re that most often occurs iiong Caucasian females. Biere's not a lot of research the subject." •For their research purposes, Brtz defines fat talk as the Rssure for women to say neg•ve things about their own I promise! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. Empire Chrysler Jeep Dodge 2003 Dodge Utility P3105 $149/month suffered while I was there. As a result it got worse. Then Robert and I mar­ ried. I had a houseful of clut­ ter and so did he and then we went to estate auctions and bought more. Clutter, clutter everywhere and not a place to sit! It was awful. I was al­ ways making great plans to remodel and get rid of the green shag carpet and yucky kitchen cabinets. We would go to dinner and draw out these elaborate plans only to push them aside because I felt that since I could not keep the house clean as it was that I knew it would be impossible with a bigger house. Robert was always supportive and didn't even expect me to cook, clean or even do laundry. His comment was that his arm wasn't broke and if it both­ ered him he would do it him­ self. Well this made me feel even worse. Here was this wonderful man that deserved to be spoiled and I couldn't even keep clean underwear in his drawers. That is when I started to figure out what was going on with me and why I always had trouble with keeping house. As I have told you many times, it all started with that shiny sink. I had to build one habit at a time and keeping the sink shining was my first and most important habit. This is why your first assign­ ment is shining your sink. From that one shining sink, clean swept through our home like a white knight on a horse. It. was not instantaneous, but after 4 months we were really room look and feel bad with the clutter gone your home is going to sing and so will you. I love being home; in fact I really do hate to leave. Even though I have to occasion­ ally, leaving really makes you feel good to get back home again. Did you know you can have that welcome home feel­ ing each time you enter your front door? Are you ready to FLY? There is no place like home! - 2003 Mitsubishi Galant P3108A $159/month 2004 Dodge Neon P3095A $149 /month $7,888 $7,888 2002 Saturn L200 J8931A $189 /month P3056A 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible $189/month $8,888 $8,888 $8,888 2006 Dodge Stratus P3121 $159/month 2006 Chrysler Sebring pan? $159/month 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser p3oeo $169/month $8,888 $8,888 $9,488 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser paw $169 /month $9,488 $9,888 2005 Nissan Sentra P3069 $179/month 2005 Nissan Sentra paosa $179/month 2004 Ford Ranger P3ioo $239/month 2004 Acura RSX D9148A $279/month 2007 Dodge Caliber paos? $269/month $8.488 —— $9,888 $9,888 2005 Nissan Altima D8183C $289/month 2006 Jeep Liberty 3 to choose from P3H9 $299/month $15.488 $16,888 — — "svyr <* $8,888 2005 Nissan Sentra PSOM $179/month $13,488 $14,888 $14,995 2006 Chrysler Sebring GTC Convertible $279/month psoas 2006 Chrysler Sebring GTC Convertible $279/month 2002 Dodge Quad-Cab D923IA $299/month 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 d946oai $299 /month DmoA 2003 Dodge Dakota Quad-Cab $319/month 2005 Dodge R3ITI 1 500 D9460A $309/month P3078 $15.888 .. ..... $15,888 — — $15,995 $18,488 2006 Dodge Dakota ST k^a $319/month 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 D9112A $359/month $16,995 $19,488 $17,995 $19,888 2003 Ford F-250 Diesel D8983A 2003 Ford F-250 XLT Diesel DOZOSA 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel DOOOIA $22,688 2003 Ford F-550 4x4 Diesel MM 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel WWA $27,995 $28,900 $28,995 $33,900 All payments and prices include $2,000 cash down or trade of equal value plus tax, tag & doc, AOC on approved credit. 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WalMart donates $500 to New Life Mobility New Life Mobility special­ izes in the rescue and train­ ing of shelter dogs to assist the disabled, providing both the person and the canine with a new lease on life. Assistance dogs are trained to assist people with disabilities which limit their mobility in some way. New Life Mobility Assistance Dogs, Inc. (NLMAD) dogs are taught approximately 60 com­ mands based on the needs of the recipient. Skills include turning lights on and off; re­ trieving the phone; opening and closing doors, picking up dropped items, such as keys, and pulling a manual wheel­ chair. In 1997, Karen Brown be­ gan New Life Mobility Assis­ tance Dogs. Her goal was to reach disabled people with mobility limitations and help them become as independent as possible for as long as pos­ sible. To date, the organiza­ tion has graduated thirty eight teams (disabled person teamed with an assistant dog). New Life Mobility Assis­ tance Dogs, Inc. would like to thank WalMart and Karen Brown for the generous dona­ tion of $500. The money will be used to rescue dogs from shelters and train them with the skills they need to assist their new companions. s m':'i •« Kassee Roberts and Madison Osborne were both crowned Little MissTri-County Pageant On Saturday, February 17, 2007, Kassee Roberts and Madison Osborne competed in the Little Miss Tri-County Pageant in Spruce Pine, N.C. Kassee competed in the Teen Miss Division, winning What would You Be Forced To Drive if There were No Toyotas? No DOC Fees & No Gimmicks Ever! A Second Western North Carolina Cinderella Pageant held this month The Second Western North Carolina Cinderella Preliminary Pageant will be held at Harris Middle School in Spruce Pine on March 31, 2007. The pageant is a pre­ liminary to the North Caro­ lina Cinderella Scholarship Pageant in June. Girls from infant to age 26 are invited to participate. Girls from anywhere in North Carolina are eligible to enter. No pre­ vious pageant experience is necessary. Boys ages infant to 6 years old can enter the Prince Charming division. Applications can be received by emailing cinderellamiss@ bellsouth.net or by calling pageant Directors Patti Jen­ sen at 828-467-0173 or Ciji Boone 828-284-2541. Cin­ derella is the largest youth development scholarship pageant in the world! The emphasis is on building and rewarding the confidence, poise and talent of children and young women and do­ ing so in an atmosphere that promotes the positive growth of the individual. Since its inception in 1976 the Cin­ derella Scholarship program has 'awarded over one mil­ lion dollars in prizes includ­ ing educational tours and scholarships. Visit the North Carolina Cinderella State website at www.nccinderella. com. MnaMBHg Best Interview, Talent, Best Sportswear, and Best Dress. She was also crowned the new 2007 Overall Majestic Tri-County Queen. 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Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 21 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-03-13 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/264bffe00e17bea50bced1f0b5cc49c1.pdf 892e511d640a22a6ce67c2ac2f4573ef PDF Text Text Tennis team splits matches Friday page 1B March 16,2007 Track team opens season with win 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 1B Huskies drop extra innings game Volume 82, Issue 22 page 1B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Divers seek body in river by Jim Thompson Editor The search for a missing Grumpier man took a new turn Wednesday. Members of Alleghany County's dive team, along with the Ashe County Rescue Squad and the Sheriff's Of­ fice, searched the New River. "We had some indication from cadaver sniffing dogs that there might be a body in the river, but we turned up noth­ ing," said Sheriff James Wil­ liams. The search for Jimmy Lee Blevins, 41, who was last seen the weekend of Feb. 24-25, is continuing. "We have covered the land inch by inch, been in the air and now underwater," Williams said. "We will not slack off until we find him." But three weeks after he was last seen, the sheriff is becoming less optimistic that Blevins will be found alive. "After that much time, you start to ask whether he is alive," Williams said, "and you have to consider the pos­ sibility of foul play." After his family reported him missing, a search found the lights and a crock pot on in Blevins' residence. That discovery, on Feb. 20, started the continuing search. Post photo by Linda Burchette Dallas Williams displays the diploma and medal he received from the French government in honor of the 50,h and 60th anniversaries of the Normandy Invasion of 1944. The Sheriff's Office is still searching for Jimmy Lee Blevins, 41, of Crumpler. Blevins was last seen on the weekend of Feb. 24-25. He is five feet, nine inches tall, weighs approximately 125 pounds and has brown hair, green eyes and a distinct red mole above his left eye. If you have any information, call 336-219-2600. Ashe fugitive shot in Florida by Jim Thompson Editor A high-speed chase Sunday afternoon in the Crumpler area came to a strange conclusion 500 miles away early Wednes­ day morning. Late Sunday afternoon,dep­ uties spotted Matthew Alexan­ der, 20, of Alleghany County, driving on N.C. 16. Knowing the county had several misde­ meanor warrants, including one for assault, outstanding for him, they attempted to stop him. The result was a north­ bound, high speed chase that eventually crossed the Virginia border. "At this point, we called the chase off," Williams said. "We had identified him in the vehicle, and these were misde­ meanor warrants. We did not want to risk public safety, nor the safety of the officers, nor even of Mr. Alexander to con­ tinue the chase." The scene now shifts to Jacksonville, Fla., at about 1:30 a.m. Wednesday, Qui. Tony Bonnek of the Jacksonville Po­ lice Department spotted an il­ legally parked car near a beach walkover at 13th Avenue South in that city. Bennek observed that the green car's windows appeared to be fogged up; in fact, they had been painted black. He found Alexander in the driv­ er's seat and an 18-year-old woman in the passenger seat. After two other officers arrived on the scene, it was decided to separate the couple to speak with the woman, who appeared nervous, by herself. At that point, police say Al­ exander became extremely ag­ itated and headed back to his car, reached in and produced two box cutters with threeinch blades. He held these over his head and approached the officers. They ordered him to drop the weapons and then backed up. According to Jacksonville authorities, Alexander contin­ ued to advance, yie bus emit­ ters held high, and shouted, "Go ahead! Shoot me! Kill me!" When Alexander got within 10 feet of him, Bennek fired one shot from his .45-caliber Glock, hitting the subject in the right chest. Alexander was transported to Shands Jacksonville hos­ pital, while the woman was taken to a local shelter. Accord­ ing to a statement by Sgt. Tom Bingham of the Jacksonville Police Department, she iden­ tified herself as Alexander's fiancee, and stated that he had mental health problems. At press time, Alexander remained in the hospital in stable condition. In Florida, he now faces three counts of assault on a law enforcement official. Back in Ashe County, the misdemeanor warrants await him, as well as a felony count of speeding to elude ar­ rest. Sheriff James Williams said the county had no plans to extradite him at present. France honors veteran by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor The French government hasn't forgotten its heroes - American soldiers who lib­ erated their country 63 years ago. One of those brave sol­ diers, an Ashe County resi­ dent, was recently remem­ bered for his service with a special medal pin commemo­ rating the 60lh anniversary of the 1944 Normandy Inva­ sion. Oru thplev resident Dallas Wuiiaifa was a JfeMy youth ready for action when he joined the Army in 1942. Now at 86, he is still very active and honored to be remem­ bered for his service in World War II (see accompanying story J . Just last week Williams received the special pin from Normandy, France. In com­ memoration of the 60th an­ niversary in 2004, the large pin is pewter with three gold-colored soldiers run­ ning across a background of planes, paratroopers, ships, and beach barricades, with the word Normandie, and the year 2004 in red, white and blue, which are the colors of the French flag as well as the American flag. The back of the pin says "Conseil Regional de Basse Normandie," repre­ senting the Regional Council of Lower Normandy. "I am proud of that," said Williams of the pin. "I was tickled to death when I opened that up. I didn't know they had a 60th anniversary. They had a 50th and gave out med­ als, but I didn't get one. There are millions of veterans and they ran out. But they sent me a diploma (certificate of appreciation). Betsy Reeves (with Ashe County Veterans Service) wrote to them for me. I need to show her this medal." Williams had been invited to Atlanta, GA last November when members of the French consulate were honoring vet­ erans, but he was unable to attend. "That invitation was very special to me," he said. Those memories of World War n carry a lot of emotion for this former soldier. Tears appear as he reads his story about the Normandy Invasion and the loss of friends and comrades. He shudders re­ membering several close calls he had with Germans and bullets. Smiles and chuckles then accompany memories of an unplanned dinner with a French family when nobody could understand each other. He oft en;sharea his stoTy with students in his son Terry's class in high school, and they listen entranced as Williams See Williams, page 5A A soldier's story by Dallas Williams Special to the Post I am 86 years old and a combat veteran of World War II, with the famous 83"' Division. I was also the Ashe County Military Chaplain. I went into the Axmy in October 1942. I took basic training at Camp Atterbury, Indiana. Life for the 83rd Division began anew on August 15, 1942 when it was reactivat­ ed at Camp Atterbury. But Army life was something still very new to those of us who flocked to Camp Atter­ bury during the autumn of 1942 to become 83rd Thun­ derbolts. Fresh from civil­ ian occupations of all types, from high school and college, we joined the 83rd Division still wondering what was in store for us. During the cold winter months that followed our ar­ rival at Camp Atterbury, we started to become soldiers. We were engaged in a mo­ bilization training program. In basic training we learned to creep and crawl, to shoot and to bayonet. We dug fox holes only to fill them up again. We erected tents only to take them down again. We learned to lay mines, only to See Soldier, page 5A Federal income tax offers special refund by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Not only do you have more time to file your taxes this year, you may get a refund even if you don't file a tax return. Because the normal tax deadline of April 15 falls on a Sunday, and Monday, April 16 is Emancipation Day in Wash­ ington, D.C., taxpayers have until midnight on Tuesday, April 17 to get those returns filed or postmarked. And the federal government is issuing a one-time refund on phone taxes. Senior and low income in­ dividuals in Ashe County can find free tax preparation as­ sistance at Ashe Services for Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Aging through the AARP Tax Ade Program. Volunteers Charles Caudill and Warren Miller are helping individuals file their tax forms, and want everyone to know about the phone tax refund. Those who do not file a fed­ eral tax return may still be eli­ gible to fill out a special form and get the federal excise tax refund credit. According to the IRS, "The telephone tax refund is a one­ time payment available on your 2006 federal income tax return, designed to refund previously collected federal ex­ cise taxes on long-distance or bundled service. It is available to anyone who paid such taxes on landline, wireless, or Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service. Several recent federal court decisions have held that the tax does not apply to long­ distance service as it is billed today. The IRS is following these decisions and refunding the portion of the tax charged on long-distance calls. The IRS is also refunding taxes collect­ ed on telephone service under plans that do not differentiate between long distance and local calls including bundled service. The telephone tax continues to apply to local-only service, and the IRS is not refunding taxes charged on local-only service. The IRS will refund the taxes paid on long-distance or bun­ Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,194 24,042 U.S. service people killed (as of 3/14) U.S. service people wounded (as of 3/14) dled service billed to taxpay­ and announced that a one time ers for the period after Feb. 28, credit will be available when 2003, and before Aug. 1, 2006. citizens file their 2006 tax re­ Taxpayers should request this turn. Claims are as follows: $30 refund when they file their for single person with only self 2006 tax returns." The federal excise tax has as dependent; $40 with one been charged on phone bills for child or parent as a dependent many years, assessed on toll or as a married couple with no calls based on how far the call children; and if married with was being made and how much children, $50 for one child and time the caller talked on that $60 for two. In all cases, the most you call. When phone companies began to offer flat fee phone would be allowed to claim is service, challenges to the excise $60 unless you have all your tax ended up in federal courts phone bills from Feb 28, 2003 in several parts of the country, through July 31, 2006. Then and the result is that the IRS the actual tax as it appears on instructed phone companies the bills could be added up and to stop assessing the federal claimed for a credit. Miller said not many people excise tax as of Aug. 30, 2006, ABC rep to be here March 19 The Town of West Jefferson will host a repre­ sentative of the North Carolina Alcohol Beverage Control Commission on Monday, March 19 for any restaurant operators interested in serving mixed drinks in their restaurants. Town Manager Greg McGinnis said that Jane Humble, staff member with the ABC Commission, will be at town hall in downtown West Jefferson at 2 p.m. to provide a training and information session for restaurateurs through the Responsible Alcohol Seller Program. The RASP provides train­ ing on how to stay within the confines of the ABC would have phone bills going back to 2003. If not, it is simple to fill out the special form and send it in for this phone tax re­ fund. This is a refundable credit meaning you get this money, no matter how your tax return works out. If you end up owing the IRS, the refund will reduce the balance you owe. If you end up getting a refund, the credit will be added and you get a bigger refund. Miller said anyone qualify­ ing for this phone tax refund can call ASA at 246-4347 or 246-2461 for information. You don't even have to come to the senior center, simply call and See fax, page 5A permit. The session is expected to last about an hour and a half. McGinnis asks that any restaurateur inter­ ested in attending the training session on Monday please call town hall at 246-3551 by close of busi­ ness today (Friday) for a head count. He needs to let the ABC Commission know how many to ex­ pect. Commissioners meet Monday Ashe County Board of Commissioners will meet March 19 at the county courthouse in Jef­ ferson for a regular meeting at 3:30 p.m. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS 2007 Ashe County Republican Party Convention was held Saturday, March 10 The Ashe County Repub­ lican Party held its annual convention at the Ashe Coun­ ty Courthouse on Saturday, March 10, 2007. Precinct meetings were held at 11:00 am, followed by lunch, and then the County Conven­ tion at 1:00 pm. The featured speaker was 5th District Congresswoman Virginia Foxx. She discussed bills being passed by the "new" congress which were mostly the naming of state parks and post offices. Congresswoman Foxx also talked about House Concur­ rent Resolution 40, opposition to the NAFTA Superhighway system which will combine Canada, United States and Mexico into one free trade organization that will allow people to move freely between borders for work. Congresswoman Foxx also recognized the outgoing GOP Executive Committee Officers, and es­ pecially Chairman Lee Q. McMillan for his great con­ tributions to the Republican Party in Ashe County. In ad­ dition, Congresswoman Foxx also recognized Jefferson Post Editor Jim Thompson for his professionalism in reporting on the news submitted by her office. After Congresswoman Foxx's address, items dis­ cussed were minutes of the last convention, the treasur­ er's report, and a report from the board of elections. Martha McRee then submitted the nominating committee report. The Ashe County Republican Party officers for 2007-2008, elected unanimously, are as follows: Chairman: John Wheeler, Jr.; Vice Chairman: Jonathan C. Jordan; Secre­ tary: Martha McRee; Trea­ surer: Jack Moncrief. Following the election of the new officers, the party Northwestern Bank recently promoted Young Northwestern Bank re­ cently promoted James Young from Business Banker, to As­ sistant Vice President and Community Office Manager of its West Jefferson location. Bill Waddell, Market Presi­ dent of all Northwestern Bank community offices, comment­ ed, "James has been a fan­ tastic asset to Northwestern. His experience in the bank­ ing industry and knowledge of the local market will en­ able him to meet the growing needs of our customers in the Ashe county area." A native of Ashe county, Young graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. He currently serves at New River Volunteer Fire Depart­ ment as Truck Captain and a member of the Board of Direc­ tors. Young is also a member of the Jefferson Rotary Club, Ashe County Home Builders Association and Ashe County Amateur Radio Club. Young attends Grassy Creek United Methodist Church and resides in Grassy Creek. Opened in 1907, First National Bank and Trust Company, including its divisions Catawba Valley Bank, First Gaston Bank and Northwestern Bank, is a North Carolina-based banking sub­ sidiary of FNB United Corp. (NASDAQ: FNBN). First Na­ tional operates 26 community offices in Alamance, Chatham, Guilford, Montgomery, Moore, Orange, Randolph, Richmond, Rowan and Scotland counties. Catawba Valley Bank (Ca­ tawbaValleyBank.com) began operations in 1995 and oper­ ates six community offices in Hickory, Mooresville, Newton and Statesville. First Gaston Bank (FirstGaston.com) also began operating in 1995 and has five community offices in Belmont, Dallas, Gastonia, Mt. Holly and Stanley. North- Birth announcements Adriana Solis Estrada and Porhirio Cruz Reyes of Jef­ ferson are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Jazmin Solis Cruz. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital on March 5, 2007. She weighed six pounds and six ounces, and was 18.5 inches long. Her sister, Esmeralda Solis Cruz, welcomed Jazmin Solis home. Stacy and Tony Mullis of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their son, Dillion Anthony Mullis. He was born at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital on March 9, 2007. He weighed six pounds and twelve ounces and was 19 inches long. Marty, Bryan, Toni, Cody, Ethan and Autum 5* " t o ' . .•••• ••. ^ welcomed Dillion Anthony home. Jennifer and Seth Byland of Fleetwood are proud to annouce the birth of their daughter, Randi Byland. She was born at Watauga Medical Center on March 2, 2007. She weighed five pounds and nine ounces. Kristen and Donny Pruitt of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their son, Grayson Allen Pruitt. He was born at Watauga Medi­ cal Center on March 6, 2007. He weighed nine pounds and seven ounces. Krystyl Kellenberger and Richard Holman of West Jef­ ferson, are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, . . me, • m • u m B m „ Madison Rae Holman. She was born on March 12, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. She was 20 inches long, and weighed eight pounds and 7.3 ounces. Her grandpartens are Tina Sears, David Kellen­ berger, and Debbie and Rich Holman. western Bank of Wilkesboro (NwesternBank.com) began operations in 1992 and oper­ ates six community offices in Boone, Millers Creek, Taylorsville, Wilkesboro and West Jefferson. A complete line of consumer, mortgage and business banking services is offered, including loan, de­ posit, cash management, in­ vestment management and personal trust services. First National internet banking is available at MyYesBank.com. The Fed­ eral Deposit Insurance Corpo­ ration insures deposits up to applicable limits. voted to submit the follow­ ing to the Fifth District Re­ publican Convention and the North Carolina Republican Party Convention: "A Reso­ lution Expressing a Concern of the Ashe County Repub­ lican Party that the United States Should Not Engage in the Construction of a North American Free Trade Agree­ ment Superhighway System or Enter into a North Ameri­ can Union with Mexico and Can­ ada." This resolu­ tion is based on House Concur­ rent Resolution 40 which opposes any proposed North American Union and the NAFTA Superhighway. This resolution will also be sent to Congress to urge them to continue with House Con­ current Resolution 40. The next meeting of the Ashe County Republican Par­ ty will be held on March 15th at 6:00 pm at the Republican Headquarters on Jefferson Avenue. 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' • • • • i . e . * 1 Pot of Gold Specials 50% Off / • Selected Spring Koret \ • Chamilia Jeweliy Assorted Tops & Sweaters 25% Off > All Touch of Class Slinky • Selected Jeans from Jat^ Focus, 1MYDJ • Petite Foxcroft Blouses A • Selected Koret A Ift <•' 205B Shamrock Square Jefferson, NC 336-846-9551 Hours - Monday thru Friday 9:00 am - 6:00pm Saturday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Birthday Special^, Ingenuity Suit I Separates I Purchase Pant f& Skirt, Jacket L is 1/2 price ^ih} .Special orders]JL f �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Don't get caught in Nigerian scams! by Roy Cooper N.C. Attorney General Special to the Post "First, I must solicit your strictest confidence in this transaction. This is by vir­ tue of its nature as being ut­ terly confidential and 'TOP SECRET'. You have been recommended by your Coun­ try's Chamber of Commerce, and they have assured us in confidence of your ability and reliability to prosecute a transaction of great mag­ nitude involving a pending business transaction requir­ ing maximum confidence. We are top officials of the Federal Government Contract Review Panel who are interested in importation of goods into our country with funds, which are presently trapped in Nigeria." Sounds a little strange, doesn't it? Or maybe it sounds familiar. Maybe you've re­ ceived a similar email or let­ ter from an "international banker," "a foreign govern­ ment official," or the "relative" of a former leader of another country. These advance fee scams, usually called Nigerian let- Post file photo Roy Cooper ter scams after the country in Africa where they originated, have been around for years but remain one of the most common types of fraudulent schemes that my office hears about. The pitches change from time to time to include current events, but most all of them are awkwardly worded letters or emails sent from overseas by someone who pleads for your help getting millions of dollars out of his or her country. All you have to do is provide your bank ac­ count number so the funds can be transferred. For your trouble, you'll be provided with a cut of the money. But if you take the bait, the only money involved will be your own. One of the latest twists is a letter from someone with a foreign bank claiming that an Iraqi General deposited mil­ lions of dollars in the bank and he and his family were killed, leaving no next of kin. The letter writer asks you to give him your personal in­ formation so they can get an attorney to draw up papers proving you are the next of kin. The representative of the bank claims he will split the money with you as long as you give him your bank ac­ count information. These offers sound too good to be true because they are. Once the scammers get your bank account number, they quickly drain it rather than filling it with their imaginary millions. Even here in North Caro­ lina, a number of people have fallen victim to this scam. One man from the Triangle lost more than $300,000 to these crooks, and an entire church congregation in Fayetteville lost thousands of dollars. In some extreme cases, vic­ tims can lose even more than the contents of their bank ac­ count. An elderly California man with memory problems had to be taken to court by his children to prevent him from continuing to supply Nigerian letter scammers with tens of thousands of dollars. In an­ other incident, an American citizen was murdered when he traveled to Nigeria in 1995 to try to reclaim money he'd lost to scammers. There are a number of signs that can help you spot a Nigerian letter scam: • The writer makes the case sound urgent. • You're told that the transaction is confidential and urged to tell no one. • An associate who works in the U.S., England, or an­ other foreign place may claim to be a go-between for a for­ eigner with access to great sums of money. • The scammers request money to cover fee after fee, promising that each fee will be the last one. These criminals constantly develop new twists to their scams. The scammers may even direct the consumer to a specific wire service outlet in the community that tends to ignore signs that the con­ sumer is being scammed. If you get any version of these letters, faxes or emails, don't respond. When you re­ spond to these emails, you also confirm that your email address works and you may even get other fraudulent emails. If you think you've been the victim of a Nigerian letter scam, contact the U.S. Secret Service or call my of­ fice at 1-877-5-NO-SCAM. Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and his staff are on the lookout for scams that seek to rob unsuspecting North Caro­ linians. We are here to be of service when you need us, but through consumer education efforts like these columns we hope to help consumers avoid problems from the start. Are you at risk for diabetes? Be on alert for diabetes during the American Diabe­ tes Alert coming on Tuesday, March 27. The American Diabetes Alert is an annual, one-day call-to-action held on the fourth Tuesday of March for people to find out if they are at risk for diabetes. The Alert's goal is to raise the awareness that diabetes is serious, you can have diabetes and not even know it, and that taking the Risk Test is an easy way to find out if you are at risk for, diabetes. Go to www.diabetes. org/risktest to find out more. What is diabetes? Diabetes means that your blood glucose (sugar) is too high. Your blood always has some glucose in it because the body needs glucose for energy to keep you going. Too much glucose in the blood is not good for your health. Could you have diabetes? Diabetes is a silent disease. You could have it for years and never know it. During this time, your eyes, nerves, and kidneys may have been harmed by too much sugar in your blood. Who is at risk for diabetes? Your risk for diabetes in­ creases as your get older, gain too much weight, or if you do not stay active. Diabetes is more common in African Americans, Latinos, Native Americans, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Risk factors for diabetes include: • Having high blood pres­ sure (at or above 130/80) • Having a family history of diabetes • Having diabetes during pregnancy or having a baby weighing more than nine ~<S> w o r k s h betes, you should learn more and get involved. • Ask your health care pro­ vider about your risk for dia­ betes during your next visit. • Call 1-800-DIABETES (1800-342-2383) for free infor­ mation about diabetes, and to find out about Alert activities in your area. Bilingual repre­ sentatives are available. • Learn more about diabe­ tes by visiting the diabetes in­ formation section of our Web site. • Take the Risk Test to see if you are at risk for diabetes. • Share this information with family, friends and neigh­ bors. Help find the 6.2 million Americans with undiagnosed diabetes. • Conduct an email cam­ paign to your friends and fam­ ily. Join the community cam­ paign for diabetes. Grandfather Grit Photo by Jim Morton This week the first packages of Grandfather Grit hit the shelves in gift shops at Grandfather Mountain, where drilled rock from a new well near the Mile High Swinging Bridge has been packaged by employees for sale to visitors. The plastic bear containers of Grit have twin labels for the front and rear, so twins Jean (left) and Joan Cooper of the Grandfather staff were selected to affix labels to the first official packages of the 750 million-year-old bore dust. Diamond Circle Pendant NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING JLTP <s>4A pounds at birth. Don't wait for the signs Most people with diabetes do not notice any symptoms. However if you should have any of these symptoms, call your health care provider right away. • Very thirsty • Frequent urination • Losing weight without trying What can you do? You can do things now to lower your risk for diabetes by: • keeping your weight in control; • eating low fat meals that are HIGH in fruits, vegetables and whole grain foods; • staying active most days of the week. Learn more. Get involved. If you or the people you care about are at high risk for dia­ Proposed Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Town of Jefferson, NC & . s o jp Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held by the Jefferson Board of Aldermen at the Town Hall on the 26th of March, 2007, at 7:00 pm, for the purpose of considering an amendment to the zoning ordinance. The proposed amendment is as follows: Wednesdays Starting March 14 1 CARAT «:d $QQ 00 Pendant Zone the property from Residential to Highway Business owned by Maria Treto. Parcel Identifier 09263-001-428. "COLLAGE FOR THE SOUL" & "THE SECRET" Get a taste of... White Hart Woods,, The public is urged to be present for this important meeting. 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Main St. - West Jefferson, NC 336-246-7114 FRESH FROM YOUR OVEN! E 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road 246-9700 Northwestern Bank www.NwesternBank.com Member FDIC �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Our troops deserve better The White House is right to move quickly to cor­ rect the disgraceful condi­ tions found at Walter Reed Army Medical Center—and Congress is right to launch investigations. The news that our wounded soldiers have been subjected to inadequate care in unsanitary conditions should—and we believe has—made the blood of every patriotic American boil. There is no excuse, and this is not a question of poli­ tics but of human decency. Our only objection to the handling of the Walter Reed situation so far is that the general formerly in charge (who had become surgeon general of the Army) should not have been allowed to retire—he should have been broken to buck private and kicked out of the service with a dishonorable dis­ charge. That would send a message to other adminis­ trators who have something other than the best care for our wounded men and women as their top priority. We hope that Walter Reed is the iceberg, but are concerned that it is only the tip. The Army and Congress need to review every similar facility in the country (and overseas, for that matter). The other services need to follow suit, and all Veterans Administration hospi­ tals should also be scruti­ nized. We must stand by those who have stood for our nation, and help them whether they are recover­ ing from recent injuries or feeling the effects of service in World War II or other conflicts. We had little enthusi­ asm when the U.S. Army rolled an expensive truck up to Ashe County High School recently, designed to attract new recruits among our young people. We have to wonder how the Army can afford such overdone and overhyped publicity when our wounded soldiers languish in filthy wards. They would attract more new soldiers if those who have already sacrificed in service were treated fairly and properly. As it is, we have to urge our students to take the word of recruiters with the proverbial "grain of salt." The Army has bro­ ken trust, and it must prove again it will stand by its word. Every American must insist that our elected lead­ ers not rest until the full depth of this scandal is known, and every wounded and sick serviceperson has nothing but the finest care available. Anything else is unacceptable. Post Jefferson g Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Snow and students To the Editor: It is no secret that there is often friction between the School Board, the School Su­ perintendent, some teachers and me. These issues have their genesis in what I feel is best for a learning environ­ ment and how we can better prepare our children to sur­ vive in a brutal world. How­ ever, in the spirit of fairness, I will defend the aforemen­ tioned parties with as much energy and resolve as is at my disposal when I oppose them. And such is the case on days of inclement weather. Often, I hear parents com­ plaining, when ice and snow conditions require regular school days to be disrupted with cancellations or earlyouts, that they are not in­ formed in time or the radio stations did not make the announcement soon enough to suit them or any of a mul­ titude of reasons they are in­ convenienced. Now, before I proceed let me make it clear that most parents under­ stand the need to protect the kids, but it only "takes a little leaven to leaven the lump." When the snow starts to fly and the roads become covered with ice it becomes exponen­ tially dangerous on the roads (especially the back roads) in Ashe County and the need to get our children home safe­ ly becomes urgent and the school's number one priority. With thousands of students to consider it becomes a mam­ moth undertaking. School cancellation can cause some problems but unscheduled early-outs is a nightmare in the making. School Superintendent Donnie Johnson and school bus Superintendent Shea Coldiron have to fconfer and make the decision to roll the buses. The drivers are then notified to report for duty. Principals are contacted and they in turn alert the teachers, an­ nouncements go out to media outlets, the computer techni­ cians post the announcement on the school website and then we buckle our seat-belts, for we are in for a ride. If, when the announcement comes, it is near lunchtime the children have to be herd­ ed into the cafeteria, to eat, in massive numbers and this to the chagrin of the lunch room ladies who incidentally do a great job normally and a superb job under pressure. Backpacks have to be hur­ riedly stuffed and last min­ ute instructions have to be given to students. Teachers scramble through paperwork to see if any of the kids have been reassigned another bus for the day or car-riders are to take a bus out-of-routine. And one of the biggest factors of all is the kids have morphed into little "Speedy Gonzaleses" as they dash to the windows to see the white stuff. The phone is ringing off the hook as parents start call­ ing the school and staff per­ sonnel have to deal with irate parents and guardians. Call­ ers are demanding answers DOUBLE 5U0T Letters to the Editor as to why they weren't noti­ fied sooner or called on their cell phones. One parent blew by me recently mumbling that she wasn't notified soon enough of the closing. She lives in Wilkesboro. Teachers who are assigned to car or bus duty go outside in the blowing snow and near "0" (wind chill) temperature to help the children in the cars as the drivers sit snugly behind the wheel talking on their cell phones. The wind was blowing so hard the oth­ er day that one teacher who is over 7 months pregnant was nearly blown down. Folks that's dedication. And so it goes until all the children are safely on their way and the teachers, who will have to drive home in the snow, go back to their rooms to re-plan their schedules. So, Mr. Johnson and Mr. Coldiron who often go out in the wee hours of the morning to check the roads, thank you. To the principals, who take on the responsibility when the call comes in, thank you. To the staff, who gets the first assault, thank you. And, to the teachers, who are buried in an avalanche of beautiful children who have more ener­ gy than mis-guided missiles, thank you. To the parents who un­ derstand, thank you. And to the parents who don't, please give us a break, we love your kids. Kershaw Getty Fleetwood Wind energy To the Editor: The relentless rhetoric out of ASU affiliates never ceases to amuse me. I guess it is to be expected from a univer­ sity that receives state and federal funding to promote wind technology? Why hasn't ASU launched a similar cam­ paign in Watauga County to promote wind technology? Watauga wind advocates ap­ pear almost desperate in their Senate Washington Raleigh Governor Sen. Elizabeth Dole Gov. Michael F. Easley 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Office of the Governor Washington, DC 20510 20301 Mail Service Center (202) 224-6342 Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 1-800-662-7952 Sen. Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Phone: (202) 224-3154 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. attempt to get a foot in the energy are just beginning to door of Ashe County - "just catch up with the false infor­ a few closely monitored wind mation that has led to faulty mills for a one year experi­ government policies, tax ment." Yeah, right. breaks, and subsidies. Frank In response to the March Miller, a Kansas Representa­ 6 letter to the editor on wind tive, made these comments energy I must say that the in a Jan. 2005 press release continued description of wind - "Wind mills are extremely turbines as majestic and sleek large, unreliable, and pro­ actually makes me laugh! A duce very little electricity. As 400ft. tall skyscraper with an engineer with experience a turbine the size of a bus, in power generation, I confess 120ft. blades, and aviation to being skeptical about the lights is what I'd call a colos­ practicality of wind energy sal eyesore, and is a blatant being an economical and de­ violation of the NC Ridge Law. pendable source of electric­ The letter goes on to express ity. In most cases the prime great concern for our "beau­ motivation for building wind tiful hardwoods" but fails to farms is not environmental mention the deforestation or energy benefits; rather it required for installation of is tax breaks and incentives. wind plants; each turbine re­ The windmills in Kansas are quires clear cutting 4-6 acres expected to supply 1% of the and another 35-65 acres for energy used in the state. This infrastructure. The letter also is not cost effective," The only thing green about conveniently fails to point out that wind plants must have wind energy is the money that C02 emitting fossil fueled changes hands. The wind in­ back-up generators (wind tur­ dustry, wind developers, and bines work on average 20% of a few landowners will get rich the time) - this is NOT clean at taxpayers expense; the' energy. Nor is there mention rest of the community will be of the thousands of cubic forced to become a live-in pow­ yards of concrete needed for er plant. NO THANK YOU! placement of turbines. (Con­ Wind energy advocates have crete production is a major produced no hard evidence source of greenhouse gas for their claims of cheap, reli­ emissions.) And in response able, green energy. They talk to the comment about "all of a lot about "potential." Wind us learning first hand about advocates also spend a lot of wind energy IN Ashe County" time talking about the evils - what about all that's been of fossil fuel - as if we didn't learned "first hand" over know. On more than one oc­ the years by THE REST OF casion, advocates insinuate THE WORLD? I would like that those who are opposed to point out that Denmark to wind must be pro-coal. Not is saturated with wind tur­ only is this a complete cop bines but has not been able out, it is ridiculously silly.The to shut down one single con­ not-so-subtle attempt by some ventional power plant and wind advocates to pit farmers has not reduced greenhouse against realtors/developers is emissions one io^. Utility duly noted and shameful. I plants in Japan, Ireland, and am not a realtor or a farmer, Spain are refusing new wind but I am a property owner. I'm power connections because not happy about rising prop­ of the grid instability they erty values but I'd rather my cause. If wind is such a great property be worth something source of energy then why are as opposed to nothing. Some Denmark, Germany, Spain, wind advocates have resorted and Australia withdrawing to name calling in response subsidies to wind developers to wind opponents ("Nimbys", and canceling plans for more "backward thinking", "hyster­ wind plants? It's because they ical", "need to get smart", etc). have figured out wind energy If citing facts, figures, and re­ is a failed technology. Sever­ search from around the world al government studies out of earns me the label of "hysteri­ Europe have concluded that cal" from advocates - so be it. wind power has serious envi­ It will only make me more de­ ronmental effects, insufficient termined to expose the truth. Tonya Bottomley production, and high costs. West Jefferson In the U.S. facts about wind Contact your representatives Mailroom Department Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 PAGE 4A FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 Washington, DC, NC 20510 House of Representatives Senate Sen. Steve Goss 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919) 733-5742 Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 Rep. Cullie Tarleton phone: 202-225-2071 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Tax continued from front page you will be asked a few ques­ tions such as name, address, Social Security number, date of birth and phone number, and the special form can be com­ pleted and emailed to the IRS for you. There is no signature required in electronic filing. The phone tax refund would go straight to the recipient. And while Emancipation Day is a legal holiday in Wash­ ington, D.C., it is not a federal holiday so IRS offices will be open that day. According to the IRS website, www.irs.gov, "Un­ der a federal statute enacted decades ago, holidays observed in the District of Columbia have an impact nationwide. it, we were going into battle. Training ended, we were play­ ing for keeps. We had to get there, we got priority, and in everything but the weather as we rushed out of England and across the English Chan­ nel. About halfway across the channel, they spotted UBoats and our Navy took care of them. We didn't rush in France. The weather had been against the Allies since DDay and now the great storm arose and prevented some of our troops from landing. The storm lashed the waves at Omaha and Utah Beaches and made life miserable for everyone. But my LST landed and I drove off in a hail of fire. I hit the water hard as I drove off, and drowned my Jeep out and finally another hooked on me and got started. The weap­ ons carrier got hit by artillery fire and killed all on the car­ rier. Others on the beach were hit and falling all around me. I was so scared. My biggest fear was when we came off the boat in Nor­ mandy. My mouth was dry, my legs quaking, and my eyes out of focus. Being shelled is the most unbearable of com­ bat experiences. You wanted to scream, sob, and to cry, but you just had to learn to live with fear. There were very few fearless men. Men who fight together in combat develop particularly strong bonds and watching comrades die deeply affects the fighting man. We pulled in off the beach a hundred yards or so and dug in. Our troops fought hard and we lost a lot of men, good men. On July 25, our planes came over, thousands of them, and we broke out of the hedge­ rows. Fighting in the hedgerows was rough. These hedgerows are large shrubbery, about 8 feet thick and 8 feet tall. It was hard for a tank to pen­ etrate them; the vines were so thickly woven. Only in Nor­ mandy did we find them. We fought for weeks. We didn't gain any ground and we didn't lose any. Days of hell and hedge­ rows and Germans gone, but never to be forgotten. As we broke out of Normandy into Brittany, what a reception we drew from the newly liberat­ ed French. Men, women and children cheering and waving wildly. Many of the fairer sex were crying with joy as we went by. The French kissed us and threw their arms around us, shook our hands, threw flowers. Here was a free­ dom loving country saying "thanks" in their own way to the men who helped liberate them after four long years un­ der the Nazi yoke. We received orders from VIII Corp. Commander Ma­ jor General Troy Middleton to capture the port town of St. Malo and Dinard, two tiny coastal ports at the edge of the small St. Malo Peninsula. We joined General George Pat­ ton, Third Army, which had landed while we were fight­ ing in Normandy. We remem­ bered "Blood and Guts" for we trained under him in England. Now he paid us another visit and checked our plans for the assault on the Twin Cities. While part of the Third Army was knifing into other parts of Brittany, the units raced for Paris. We went to tackle the mission on our own. It was strictly a Thunderbolt show and we really put on a show. We did capture St. Malo and Dinard and also the Isle de Cezembre fell. After leav­ ing Brittany, we captured 20,000 German prisoners. On September 18, 1944 the 83rd moved by motor 245 miles from Nantes, France to Montague, through Tours and Orleans. Five days later we were in Luxembourg clearing German pockets. December 16 we moved to Hurtgen Forest through Belgium and slogged our way to the Roer River of Duren on December 23, and on the 25th the 83rd Thunderbolts moved to Aachen, Germany and then shoved off. On De­ cember 26 and January 9 we attacked and after 10 days of bitter fighting in the Battle of the Bulge, the counter offen­ sive was smeared. We fought in 25 below zero weather. My feet were frozen, automatic weapons froze up. And one G.I. urinated in the chamber and then shot three Germans. After this we were the first troops to reach the Rhine Riv­ er. Germans blew the bridge and we crossed on a pontoon bridge. We left the Rhine and moved to Susten, Holland and conducted training crossing and attack over open terrain. After this, in 13 days we swept 215 miles through Germany over Weiser, Leine, and Elbe rivers where we met the Rus­ sian army. Our position was 30 miles from Berlin. The clos­ est American unit to the Ger­ man capital and the war was over. I stayed for six months occupation and trained for the invasion of Japan. Of course, the atomic bomb was dropped and we didn't have to go. I got back to the United States on November 11, 1945 and was discharged on No­ vember 16, 1945 with the rank of corporal. Soldier continued from front page pick them up,and we marched, my how we marched. We learned to eat from mess kits and to wash out of our hel­ met, and to walk 25 miles. We also went through a Ranger course, having to cross creeks on a rope bridge while engi­ neers detonated dynamite in water beneath us. We crawled and wiggled through and un­ der barbed wire and crossed on human bridges in which one man spans the divide by use of his body and oth­ ers crawl over him. We lived through this, but will not for­ get it. Then came Tennessee Maneuvers, and after that we moved to Camp Breckinridge, Kentucky. Added interest in training was shown when we reached the stage we were getting close to the real thing. Scores of planes swooped over our heads during training. We tried to identify them by their silhouettes and their overall design, and the sound of the engines. We were treated to dive bombing and strafing. We were getting close to the payoff. Finally, it happened. We were alerted for overseas. We headed for New York; we got all our shots, more clothes and a physical exam. We heard lectures on how to abandon ship and tried to guess where we were going. Everything was secret. On April 6, 1944 we sailed from New York harbor for England. I was on a British ship. They gave us fish for breakfast and no one could eat fish. We were 11 days crossing and landed in Liverpool, Eng­ land. I was very sick most of the way over. We spent days in Wales training. We were well primed for D-Day long before that day came. We were putting on the final touches before tak­ ing on Hitler's best. It wasn't long and the 83"' departed from Wales and to the port of Southern England. This was Gju. mk E1E1E ISGJELB IGIGIE1' Eb|. E E1EK E1E1E1E ElElSIC EIE1S1' an April 17 filing date prior to this announcement," the IRS website states, "because they are served by an IRS process­ ing facility in Massachusetts, where Patriots Day will be ob­ served on April 16." These holidays in Massa­ chusetts and Washington, D.C. mean that not only a few in the East but everyone across the country is eligible for a later filing date this year. But be sure and get those tax forms postmarked before midnight on Tuesday, April 17. Theatre One Bridge to Terabithia PG Theatre Two Music and Lyrics 1 " V. 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At the end of the war, Wil­ liams said his fellow soldiers in the 83rd Division got a choice of vacationing in Swit­ zerland or the French Riviera. "I said I'll take that Riviera," he said. "They put us up in the best hotels on the beach, where the millionaires stay." His memories also include a tour of Hitler's house in Berghof, driving a Jeep over the Alps to Salzburg, and meeting General Patton in the former Czechoslovakia when he came to a dress pa­ rade in his honor. When Patton stood in front of him and asked him how he got the Bronze Star he was wearing, Williams said, "Meritorious service, sir!" He wasn't about to get dressed down by "Blood and Guts" as they called Patton like a soldier in front of him did when he admitted to Patton he had received the Purple Star he wore "by stay­ ing when he should have been running." Williams said Pat­ ton addressed the group by saying they were the "fightingest S.O.B.'s he had ever seen" but he didn't ever want to hear someone say they should have been running from the enemy. His best memory of the end of the war, Williams said, is the adulation the Ameri­ can soldiers received from the French people. They were pelted with flowers and doused with champagne en­ tering cities they liberated. They were invited to meals, given gifts and kissed by ev­ eryone. "I liked the kissing by the girls, but not by the men," said Williams. "I guess that's their custom, but I would get away from the men and posi­ tion myself near the girls." A precious possession he still owns is a tiny New Testa­ ment handed out to the Ashe County soldiers as they left for the war in October 1942 by Preacher Luke in West Jefferson. "I wasn't much of a Bible reader, but I pulled that out a few times in fox holes and read it," Williams said. "It's kind of weather beaten from snow and rain and mud, but I still have it." Williams tells the students he talks to about his experi­ ence and all he learned. "First of all, I found out how I react under extreme danger," he said. "With enemy artillery landing around us, mortar fire was hitting just presents behind the beaches and plas­ tering the boats as they tried to come in. Several were hit but the fire was going over our heads. Some boats were tak­ ing on the wounded. As dark approached we realized that we had to dig in for the night. I tried to make myself as small as possible. I was hop­ ing to get through the night. I didn't exactly pray, but for a non church goer like I was I came mighty close to it." "I recall moments in my life that will never be erased," Williams said, "the camara­ derie that exists within one unit and how we looked out for one another. It was like a great period in our lives and we will never forget it. I re­ member General McArthur's farewell speech and I quote: 'Old soldiers never die. They just fade away.'" PUBLIC NOTICE The special education records of exceptional students who graduated or exited from Ashe County Schools prior to June 2002 will be destroyed in June 2007 according to Ashe County Board of Education Policy #3545 and the following guidelines: • All confidential records of exceptional students may be destroyed no earlier than five years after an exceptional student has graduated, has completed a course of study, or has exited from school because the student has attained the age of 21. • Parents, guardians, or eligible students have the right to secure copies of special education records prior to their destruction. Such information may be needed by disabled individuals for social security benefits, legal defense, or other purposes. • A copy of student information including name, address, phone number, grades, attendance, classes attended, grade level completed, and year completed will be maintained without time limit by the Board of Education. Parents, guardians, surrogate parents and/or students themselves may obtain additional information or request a copy of the records by contacting: Director of Exceptional Children's Programs • Ashe County Board of Education P.O. Box 604, 320 South Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 Telephone: 336-246-7175 • Fax: 336-246-7609 on't Worry. We'll Always Be Here. i This is a sensational band, a must see experience! Tickets: $10.00 in Advance or $12.00 at the Door Tickets available at Heritage Hall Box Office Thursday and Friday from 11:00AM to 1:00PM at College Street Entrance in Mtn. City. 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Jefferson Rd. • West Jefferson (336) 846-7979 �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ELIGION R Alabama churches still edgy after five arsons by Grace Thornton Special to the Post CENTREV1LLE, Ala. (BP)—On any given night, someone somewhere in the state of Alabama is guard­ ing the perimeter of a Baptist church to keep from finding it in ashes the next morning. That's reality in rural Ala­ bama a year after five small Baptist congregations in Bibb County awakened to find that arsonists had struck their churches during the night, burning three to the ground and damaging two in February 2006. Several days later, four Baptist congregations in west Alabama found their churches had suffered the same fate. And while three collegeaged men were arrested a month later for the nine fires, sporadic arson attacks on churches of different denomi­ nations continued to plague the state. Rocky Mount Baptist Church in Talladega County joined the list of arson victims last October. Jim Parker, pastor of Ashby Baptist Church in Brierfield, said a year of sifting through the ashes hasn't been alto­ gether bad. What seemed like a brutal step backward actu­ ally has put his church nearly a decade ahead in its growth process, he told The Alabama Baptist newsjournal. "We're just really blessed beyond measure for all that's been done here," Parker said of the heaping donations of architectural and construction services, funding and furniture that his Bibb Baptist Associa­ tion church has received or has been offered in the past year. "We've got tools we never had before to really reach out." Ashby Baptist, one of the first to lose its buildings in the string of arson attacks, has been meeting in two mo­ bile chapels provided by the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. The congregation plans to construct a new build­ ing that's bigger and in a bet­ ter location than the original. The current Ashby site is tucked away in the woods, but thanks to a church member's donation, the new building will sit on a 10-acre plot on state Highway 139, a major Bibb County thoroughfare. "We determined with our demographics we needed to build for 250 to 300 people to meet the needs of the commu­ nity," Parker said, adding that the church's current property wasn't suitable for that size facility. "We really have the op­ portunity to reach into three counties where we are. I know God is broadening our tent. We can take in more people because of all this." The church has cleared the land and broken ground and is waiting for bids on the build­ ing, he said. Nearby Rehobeth Bap­ tist Church in Lawley lost its sanctuary the same night as Ashby. 'Things are going very well, about as normal as they can be under the circumstances," pas­ tor Duane Schliep said. Since the fire, the congrega­ tion has met for worship in the Assembly of God Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Corner of Faw-Roland & McNeil Sts • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil. One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. "Loves you and wants you Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Parish of the Holy Communion (Episcopalian) Holy Trinity Church Glendale Springs 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Warrensville United Methodist Church Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Visitors become family ******************** HUMPHREY MASONRY 5UPPLY. 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Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 South St. (just off East Main), Jefferson, NC (336)246-9642 Family Time Fellowship - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evening Worship - 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Friendship Baptist Church Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. ",\ I.ifc Worth Living!" Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Worship 11:0f) a.m. Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Cornerstone Fellowship Barnetl St, • West Jefferson 846-3954 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rd Jefferson, NC Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hm. 16' Crumpler. NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Suntlay Worship Services - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00p.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. We invite you tpjoin us for pGod centered, family worshipping experience. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. Sunday School - 10:QQA,M. Sunday Evening Worship Service • 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00P.M. Mount Jefferson Mt. Paddy Church Presbyterian Church Pastor: Tim Roten Worship limes: Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Worship • 11:00 AM Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. 846-7481 We have a nursery and children churches available Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Worship-10:30 A.M. Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville / Pastor: Kevin Morgan /// : 336-667-6092 Saturday Sendees: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM St. Francis of Assist Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Smethport Independant Baptist Church Pastor James T. Seclirest 336-846-2429 Main A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass - 194 aiul 88 West, Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sutulay Niglu Services 6:30 p.m. 5:00rst English A 7:00pm Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for limes Wednesday Senice 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise West Jefferson United Methodist Church Comer of Second Slreel and College Avenue West Jefferson. North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. four Guide To LoGabtJouses of Worshi Children's Church and Nursery Provided Youth Services - Sunday •6:00PM We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! 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HHI Ashe County Seafood & Bottling Company 246-4591 DIVORCE(am Minister Creighton Beatty "Join us in worship to Christ" Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM NC Inspections ATF Service West Jefferson Call today for more information. Bald Mountain Baptist Church Tuesday, March 20th, 2007 6:30 - 8:00 pm Call 877-1550 to register Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Eyening.Wyrship 6:00p.m.,, Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Jefferson 246-6077 and He blessed litem " Lttke24:50 Sunday School • 10:00AM Corner of Hwy. 221 8c Cherry St. -Hut Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship ~ 1 1:00AM Tell him or her about DivorceCare, a special weekly seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sutulay School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am & 6:00 pm Welcome Home Baptist Church 336-384-3391 Someone You Know Is Hurting. 221 Barnetl St.. (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Office Phone 336-982-9410 • Rev. Lonnit Jotm • Pastor 192 Church Street Divorce Church of Christ at West Jefferson Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM 9:45 a.m. Sunday Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Senice 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00 p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting Family. Friends. Neighbors. Coworkers, Beaver Creek Christian Church Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Pastor Lewis Poag Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 Pastor Rick Miller The congregation of Spring Valley Baptist Church near Emelle, which suffered smoke damage, got back in its build­ ing at the end of the summer. In the wake of the fire, a church member was given a scholar­ ship to Birmingham-Southern College as a gift to the church from the school. The scholar­ ship recipient, Demetrius Foy, serves as interim pastor of Spring Valley. The congregation of Gali­ lee Baptist Church in Panola, whose building burned to the ground, is nearing the comple­ tion of its new building on land closer to the center oftown than its original site. The building - a roughly 10,000-square-foot metal-frame building — will house its sanctuary and edu­ cational space. In January a team of about 50 volunteers from several Baptist churches in north Alabama began fram­ ing up the interior of the build­ ing, sections of which will be two-story. "It's been one of the most blessed years of my life," Gary Farley, director of missions for the Pickens Baptist Associa­ tion, said of his work in coor­ dinating repairs to the four west Alabama churches. "It's been such a neat thing to be at a point where you see God Blue Ridge Worship Center Nursery provided for all sendees Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com Sunday School9:45'd.0i. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. • Preaching -11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Preaching - 6:00 p.m. North Beaver Baptist Baldmountainchureh.org State Board of Missions. 495 Highway 194 South 164 Big Piney Creek Road • Lansing, NC 3&4-9124 • Cell: 977-4648 We would love to hare you come worship with us. 1460 Bald Mm. Rd., Wfetf Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service -11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:0i)pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00/»n ing that burned to the ground - will include a sanctuary, fellowship hall and library in­ tended for use as a community outreach tool. Church mem­ bers currently worship in a mobile chapel provided by the Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 Soiitli • Todd( I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDA Y - Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY- CommimityCare 6:00PM (Prayer •£ Out reach) WEDNESDAY- Eamily Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry, Vun Ministry. Teen Time) '/t Church focused • on faith, family Ji the future" working miracles one after an­ other." At Rocky Mount Baptist Church near Sylacauga, at­ tendance has risen by 20 percent since the church was burned in October. Members have gathered in the family fellowship building while they make plans to build back their 3,000-square-foot sanctuary beginning in the summer. Grace Thornton is assistant editor of The Alabama Baptist, on the Web at www.thealabamabaptist.org. of the church's original build­ 336-877-2801 Pastor: Johnny Johnson Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Pleasant Sabine Baptist Church in nearby Centreville was the fifth church set ablaze that first night of arson at­ tacks. A predominantly black church not affiliated with the Alabama Baptist State Con­ vention, Pleasant Sabine Bap­ tist didn't have the immediate connections to statewide Bap­ tist resources that Ashby and Rehobeth did. But Allen was there to make sure the church got the help it needed. "Fifty Carpen­ ters for Christ came in and built the church back. It was all done by volunteers," Allen said. "The volunteers stayed at our church while they were working at Pleasant Sabine." Pleasant Sabine plans to host a countywide revival backed by the Bibb Associa­ tion as a victory celebration. "The whole thing has just been the biggest blessing you've ever seen," Allen said. "God has kept our churches alive. Though the inside of Dancy First Baptist Church near ALiceville was a total loss, the congregation got back into its building last July, a mere five months after the fire. Pickens Baptist Association churches fed and housed volunteer teams from Baptist churches around the state that gutted and renovated the interior of the church. Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church near Boligee broke ground on its property Jan. 7 and has poured footings for its new building. The pro­ posed facility — twice the size Bethany United Methodist Church R t t l B p it i .l c p t t G u / c t ele ^ x/ae i p tt l ti l Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. fellowship hall that survived and has held Sunday School in a mobile chapel from the State Board of Missions. Like Ashby and the other burned churches, Rehobeth has received donations of money and supplies from peo­ ple and churches all over the nation. Many of the churches also received gifts from Ala­ bama Baptists through the State Board of Missions total­ ing $192,000 and funds from Birmingham-Southern Col­ lege, where the three arsonists met as students. Contractors have been re­ viewing Rehobeth's plans for a new facility, which include a sanctuary, office and Sunday School space to be built next to the existing fellowship hall, Schliep said. Groundbreaking is slated for March 18. Antioch Baptist Church in Centreville and Old Union Baptist Church in Randolph suffered only minor damage when they were burned last year. Antioch needed about $8,000 in repairs, including having the ceiling replaced and fixing some damaged doors. Church members there decided to keep the burned communion table as a memo­ rial. "It's a complete miracle that our church didn't burn," Jack Allen, pastor of Antioch Baptist, said, noting that the arsonists apparently tried to kick in five doors before finally breaking in and setting a fire at the pulpit. "But I truly be­ lieve that God wanted us to be able to help Pleasant Sabine." 'SSSJF* E2MES& BLLICK* Hwy 421 • Boone, NC r=MC 828-264-9051 www.nwckbrowninc.com C^OtdsmobUe K'jboPo fcoo+te. fCuluda, 9nc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com ^ yje Build Your Home The Way You Want It HOMES www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E Wcsl Jefferson, NC*336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY NEWS Charlotte holds 5k walk to support Center for Celiac Research Charlotte will hold a spe­ cial event in May to support research into celiac disease, a condition affecting on aver­ age 1 in every 133 Americans, including some right here in Ashe County. You can help by partici­ pating in "Making Tracks for Celiacs," the Queen City's 1st 5k Walk for Celiac Disease in Freedom Park in Charlotte on Sunday, May 6. This is the sixth annual in­ ternational walk/run for celiac disease supporting the Center for Celiac Research and spon­ sored by the Charlotte Celiac Connection. Events begin at 9 a.m. with registration and check-in. The walk takes place from 10 a.m. to noon, followed by a Celebrate Success and Raffle event until 12:30 p.m. and then a picnic and lawn games until 4 p.m. Registration fees are $15 adults and $5 children (12 and under) through April 15 and then an additional $5 from April 16-May 6. Registration forms can be downloaded from www.charlotte-celiac-connection.org/ CFCR2007registration.html along with off-line donation forms to track cash and check donations collected by the par­ ticipant. Complete the online registration process at www. celiacwalk.org to make it easy for donors to contribute on­ line. You will "join the team" called "Queen City Walkers" and write a personal message. Then simply send a link to your page to all your friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, etc. Early registration includes a T-shirt. Gluten-free food and refreshments are included in the registration fee. Those who collect donations will be included in the gift raffle. For more information, such as maps and directions, go to www.charlotte-celiac-connection.org/CFCR2007walk. html. Or you can call Event Co-Chairs Janet Kline at 704-442-2997, janet@charlotte-celiac-connection.org or Carol Szer at 803-547-3258, celiacconnection@aol.com. symptoms that could not be Studies show that 1 in 133 explained, and she has discov­ people (almost three million ered at least 10 other people Americans) have celiac disease in the local area who suffer (second only to heart disease) from the disease. There are and yet it is the most under­ support groups, she said, in diagnosed disease in America. Winston and Charlotte who People with celiac disease are help each other and help in­ unable to eat foods contain­ form others of this deadly food ing gluten, found in wheat intolerance. and other grains. (This can Reavis would like restau­ also be an issue for practicing rant owners and other people Catholics because of commu­ to be considerate and not nion wafers.) The gluten trig­ shrug off the condition or ig­ gers an autoimmune reaction nore the concerns of someone causing the destruction of the with celiac disease. "It makes small intestine villi. Celiacs you feel like an outcast," she produce antibodies that at­ said. "You have to take your tack the gluten, but the same own food when visiting friends antibodies also attack the in­ and refuse all those offers of testine, causing damage and food and refreshments." And illness. Untreated celiac dis­ it's very difficult to eat out, ease can be life threatening. she said, if the restaurant A celiac diagnosis can take 11 does not take this condition years and a new celiac is born seriously. Some comments from other every 16 minutes. Celiac dis­ ease is a genetic disorder af­ sufferers of celiac disease: "Over 40 years ago, I fecting children and adults. Ashe County resident showed signs of DH as a teen. Helemarie Reavis was diag­ When I was finally diagnosed nosed with celiac disease in with celiac disease 20 years 2005 after years of suffering later, I was already bed-rid­ den and quite ill. Today I lead a fairly normal life and hope I have only been left with auto­ immune thyroid disease and osteoporosis - unlike other suspected family celiacs who succumbed to cancer at early ages. Needless to say, I recom­ mend a totally gluten free diet as most of us have already had our health compromised by years of misdiagnosis." "I encourage everyone to advocate for zero gluten toler­ ance in our foods. Our health (our lives) depends upon it. While some recent studies purport to show that small amounts of gluten don't radi­ cally affect the small intes­ tine, they do not address the resultant long-term cumula­ tive effect of gluten ingestion upon the numerous other body systems of those of us who are already compromised by this disease. I am not will­ ing to take that risk." "My husband had symp­ toms for the better part of twenty years before he was diagnosed and we have been strictly GF [gluten free] for nearly eight years now. He still developed an autoim­ mune thyroid condition, osteo­ penia, prostate cancer, a myx­ oma (tumor) in his heart that required emergency removal, and who knows what is still to come? Maybe some of those things are not related to ce­ liac disease, but how do we re­ ally know? He was a perfectly healthy man for many years until celiac reared its ugly head. Then, all of a sudden, he has all kinds of odd health is­ sues. My thought is that one should try to be as gluten free as humanly possible because we are going to make mis­ takes or accidentally get glutened in some unknown way occasionally. Since no one can say what the 'safe' amount of gluten ingestion for a celiac actually is, I would think that the only safe amount is zero!" To learn more about celiac disease and its diet restric­ tions, go online to www.glutenfree.com or www.charlottecehac-connection.org. Ashe Countiy native Captain Sandy Brooks retires from Navy On February 2, 2007, Cap­ tain Sandy Brooks, a native of Ashe County, retired from ac­ tive duty in the United States Navy after 28 years of honor­ able service. In a moving cer­ emony in front of the Joint In­ teragency Task Force South, in Key West, Florida, Captain Brooks bid a fond farewell to numerous friends, family, and shipmates that had traveled from as far as Hawaii to be present. Captain Brooks gave great credit to individuals that in­ spired her professionally and as a person over her illustri­ ous career. Acknowledging the value of her roots and mentorship during her formi­ dable years, she gave credit to her parents, Mrs. Juanita Garvey and Mr. Larry Brooks, residents of Ashe County, for laying the foundation the pro­ vided her with the faith, cour­ age, and tenacity to pursue her dreams...and never ever quit or give up. Understanding the value of education, she praised her elementary and high school teachers (Mr. Bernard Miller, Mr. Sam Shumate, Mrs. Ester Harmon and Mrs. Jean Sturgill for inspiring her to excel and teaching her to crave learning. It was Mr. Miller (a WWII veteran) that planted the first seed of a Naval Ca­ reer in Captain Brooks' mind by recounting his experiences in submarine warfare. Cap­ tain Brooks point out that al­ though the teachers in North Carolina were the lowest paid in the U.S., they were the best, much like active duty military - they were not in it for the money - they did it because they believed they could make a positive difference. She said her family and teachers defi­ nitely defined her success in the military. A graduate of North West Ashe High School and Appa­ lachian State University, Cap­ tain Brooks enlisted in the United States Navy in 1978 under the Electronics Techni­ cian Nuclear Power Program. In 1980 ETN2 Brooks was commissioned via Officer Can­ didate School and reported to the Naval Security Group Department, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, as the SIGSEC/EMO Officer. She split-toured and served as the first Operations Watch Officer at Field Station Kunai (KRSOC), Hawaii, and augmented COMTHIRDFLT afloat units. In 1981 she re­ ported to COMNAVSECGRU, Washington, D.C. staff (N9) with follow-on Naval Post Graduate School, Monterey, Calif, where she earned a Master of Science in Informa­ tion Technology. Upon graduation, Lt. Brooks reported to NAVCAMS WESTPAC, Guam, where she served as OPS/COMMS/WIZARD/Asst. Department Head. In 1993, she reported to NSGA, Key West Fla. As the Executive Officer and then on to NSGD, Rota, Spain as Assistant Department Head and then NSGA Rota's first Operations Officer. While there, she earned her NAO qualifications and flew over Arts Council now accepting entrants for youth exhibit The Ashe County Arts Council will feature a youth art exhibit, entitled "Young at Art", from April 18-Mayl9. This yearly exhibit is part of the rotating gallery exhibits at the Ashe Arts Center. The Arts Council is please to of­ fer this opportunity for young artists to display their work. This non-competitive ex­ hibit is open to all Ashe Coun­ ty students, both public and home-schooled, ages 5-18. Following are the guidelines: • Artwork must be original (no kits). • Artwork must be framed and ready to hang or display on pedestal. • Artwork must not have been previously exhibited at the Ashe Arts Center. • Painting, drawing, pho­ tography, fibers, pottery, and 3-dimensional art will be ac­ cepted. • Art must be delivered to the Arts Center on Monday, April 16, between 9a.m. and 4 p.m., and picked up on May 21. • Work may be priced for sale with the Ashe County Arts Council if desired. • The Ashe County Arts Council retains the right not to hang all of the pieces sub­ mitted. An artist reception will be on Thursday, April 19 from 57 pm. Please contact the Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS with any questions, and to find out how to proceed! We would love to have your art gracing our walls! 2000 hours in support of Pro­ vide Promise and Provide Comfort. She then reported to NSGA, Anchorage, Alaska, as the Commanding Officer. In August of 1998, CDR Brooks reported to Naval War Col­ lege, R.I., where she earned a Master in Arts in National Security Studies and was the recipient of the Naval Intel­ ligence Distinguished Gradu­ ate Award. She then reported to USCENTCOM, Tampa, Fla. As Chief of Targets/ Battle Damage Assessment and Information Operations, where she targeted Iraq's Special Republican Guards and Integrated Air Defense Systems during operations Desert Thunder, Desert Fox, Desert Warrior and a num­ ber of special technical opera­ tions. In August of 1999 she reported to Naval Personnel Command, Millington, Tenn. where she served as Head Cryptologic Officer Detailer/ Cryptologic Officer Communi­ ty Manager. In 2001, Captain Brooks was hand selected for the prestigious assignment as Commander, Kunai Regional Security Command, Hawaii; as the RSOC Commander, Commanding Officer of the Naval Security Group Activ­ ity and Base Host to seven tenant commands, she lead a cadre of over 2,500 Joint Ser­ vice military and civilian per­ sonnel in providing unprec­ edented National, operational and tactical cryptologic sup­ port. In 2003, Captain Brooks requested and was assigned to the Joint Interagency Task Force South where she served as the Joint Intelligence Op­ erations Center Commander and Deputy of the Joint Intel­ ligence Directorate. Captain Brooks' awards include the Defense Superior Service Metal,Legion of Merit, Defense Meritorious Service Metal, Meritorious Service Metal, Navy Commendation Metal, Navy Achievement Metal, Air Force Achievement Metal and the Joint Meritori­ ous Unit Commendation (3). 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PARTNERS Medicare Choice and PARTNERS Medicare Options are offered by PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc., an HMO with a Medicare contract. PARTNERS does not discriminate based on color, religion, national origin, age, race, gender, disability, handicap, sexual orientation, genetic information, source of payment or health status as defined by CMS. All qualified Medicare beneficiaries may apply. You must be entitled to Medicare Part A and enrolled in Medicare Part B and reside in the CMS-approved service area. You must continue to pay your Medicare Part B premium. TM Mark of PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc. H3449_2603,1/16/2007 U4225 1/07 H3404_2603,1/16/2007 �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAINMENT Motion Picture to be filmed in Ashe County Classical music at ; by Coy Powers Copy Editor Farrell Cranch sets out on a journey of self-discovery, guided by the mysterious Mr. Mann. Along the way he meets a troubled family and becomes a farmhand. That's when he confronts the man who ab­ ducted him and attempted to murder him 12 years before... Todd and West Jefferson don't usually spring to mind when thinking of locations for movies, but they will be used as stage and setting this autumn for Milestone Entertainment's "Edgewater." Producer John W. Beach de­ scribes it as a blend of 'The Sixth Sense," "Of Mice & Men" and "Sling Blade." Beach was a literary and talent agent in Hollywood, but decided the strength of his client's idea was worth pursu­ ing. When Mason Freeman, writer, presented a short film to Beach, he liked it, but didn't think it could find a place in the film market as it prefers longer cinematic features, however Freeman quickly delivered a full-length screen­ play. So Beach began raising money and scouting for loca­ tions. Freeman's father has a house in West Jefferson and was familiar with the area, so the two found the mountains a natural choice for their shared vision. Freeman describes the movie as a 'Southern gothic' set in the 1970s. The New River plays a prominent part in the setting. The rural farms are also perfect matches for a period piece and the reception of locals has been warm, Free­ man said. Freeman is directing the movie and David Schifter (casting director for 'The Last Summer' and The Appren­ tice') is casting director. Beach has plans to develop more mid-budget films, but "Edgewater" immediately aroused his passion. "I've had a couple of things come my way, but this one got fast-tracked. It was so need­ ing to be filmed," he said. Beach is finalizing funding for the movie, too, and round­ ing up the final investors. Beach is currently operat­ ing out of Cary and says, "I have North Carolina roots." The North Carolina Film Commission helped him find sites, and Beach anticipates principal photography will take place in the autumn. Freeman graduated of the New York Film Academy and has directed and produced the short films "Trapped" and "The Way Home," as well "Beyond The River," the piece that in­ spired the script for "Edgewa­ ter". While there's a spiritual mystery to the story, Beach is focused on the main character and Farrell's journey. Freeman grew up in Char­ lotte, and said he was thrilled to be able to return to the state for his first feature-length film. "The area is a beautiful place for any film. It has the mountains, river, and the roll­ ing landscape. It has every­ thing a filmmaker needs." The state's growing film industry also offers great re­ sources, Freeman said. For the cast, Beach is ap­ proaching A-list talent, but also has some new faces emerging into the movie scene in mind. While they are planning on using Hollywood for the larger roles, Freeman plans to get North Carolina actors for supporting parts and plans to use extras from the region, particularly in a church scene. Beach is pleased the way the project is growing, as its budget had already exceeded his original expectations. Beach, also a photographer, said he might do some still photography for the film, tak­ ing shots that are used in pub­ licity and promotion. Beach anticipates using other North Carolina loca­ tions for future films and said he was impressed with the state film commission's quick response and interest. Ohio Christian University in concert at Ashe County High School on March 24 The Ohio Christian Uni­ sity Chorale in concert. versity Chorale will be pre­ With a heritage dating senting a concert at Ashe back to 1948, Ohio Christian County High School at 7 University is committed to p.m., as part of their spring offering a complete educa­ tour. Mount Paddy is hosting tion that develops students the event. intellectually, professionally, The OCU chorale is con­ and spiritually. OCU offers tinuing a long heritage of undergraduate and adult music ministry throughout degree programs designed central and southeastern to equip students to become United States. Through a leaders in their careers, com­ diverse mix of classical, gos­ munities, families, and in pel and contemporary music, the world. The main cam­ this very talented group of pus is located in Circleville, gifted musicians is making Ohio. Classes for the adult an impact on all who are degree program are also of­ privileged to experience this fered online and at satellite unique ministry. campuses in the surrounding This year, the Chorale region. will sing in Georgia, Florida, For additional informa­ North Carolina and Virginia, tion or to book the Ohio as well as their home state of Christian University Cho­ Ohio. We trust you will have rale, please contact Latricia the opportunity to experience Johnston at 740.420.5918 or the unique music ministry of send an email to (johnston@ the Ohio Christian Univer­ ohiochristian.edu Ashe Arts Center The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to bring the duo Marcolivia to the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Cen­ ter on Friday evening March 23 at 7:30. The duo will fill the air with the sounds of violin and viola. Marc Ramirez and Olivia Hajioff, who form the duo Marcoliv­ ia, have toured extensively throughout the United States, Russia and Europe. They have performed chamber music at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, the Ravinia Festival in Chicago and the Weill Recital Hall in Carnegie Hall. Marc and Olivia enjoyed both large and small venues performing their music for classical enthusiasts to schoolchildren. Marcolivia has an extensive rep­ ertoire of over 200 works by compos­ ers including Bach, Mozart, Handel, Bartok, Paganini, Vivaldi and more. They frequently perform contemporary repertoire by composers such Schnittke, Arnold and Takemitsu. Marc and Olivia have been recipients of a Fulbright fellowship and prizes from competitions including the BBC Young Musician of the Year and the European Violin Competition. The duo is on the faculty of Shenandoah University, Las Vegas Summer Music Festival and Dartington Interna­ tional Summer Festi­ val. Tickets are $8 adults and $5 students and are available at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone with a credit card. This program is funded in part by a Tour­ ing-Presenting Program Series Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and is sponsored local­ ly by the Ashe County Arts Council. 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Relay 2007 contest at Westwood Saturday night Friday March 16 1 p.m.: The Ashe Family Caregiver Council, com­ prised of representatives from Ashe Services for Aging, Ashe County Hospice, Ashe Cooperative Extension, High Country Area Agency on Aging, and Ashe Pregnancy Crisis Center, is proud to offer to local family care­ givers a new free support group. Whether your loved one lives in your home, their home or a nursing facility, whether they suffer from Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's or Diabetes, you are invited. Come out and meet other commu­ nity caregivers, receive support and advice from your peers, and learn about resources available in Ashe County. The Caregiver Support Group will meet the third Friday of every month from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging. Can't come because you have no one to be with your loved one? Call us and ask about receiv­ ing respite services while you attend! For more information call 336-246-2461 and ask to speak with Natasha. 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. 4 p.m.: The National Committee for the New River (NCNR) invites the interested public and NCNR Members to an Open House from 4 p.m.-? at their office in West Jefferson. Refreshments will be provided and information will be available on the conser­ vation group's mission along the New River, including efforts to protect important lands in the watershed, streambank resto­ ration projects, and water mon­ itoring programs. Attendees will also have the opportunity to meet new staff members and learn about the programs they coordinate at NCNR. The office is located at 04 North Jefferson Avenue in West Jefferson, NC. (next to McNeill's Department Store). For more information and directions, call the office: 336-846-4871 or email info@ ncnr.org. 7 p.m.: Session I of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes for 2007 is now in progress at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Classes are held on Thursday evenings. Call early to sign up. Call 846-0734. Saturday March 17 1 p.m.: Shiitake Mushroom Log Workshop, Warrensville, N.C. North Carolina Cooperative Extension will offer a half-day­ long workshop on success­ fully inoculating and cultivating shiitake mushrooms on natural logs in outdoor environments. This system of production requires a good bit of effort the first year, but then the logs can be easily managed for several years of production thereafter. The workshop will take place at the Spin a Yarn...Weave a Web store at 5983 Hwy 194 N., Warrensville NC 28693 on Saturday, March 17,2007, from 1:00 - 6:00 PM. The workshop will consist of presentations of both basic mushroom biology and cultivation techniques, plus hands-on practice of the pro­ cess of drilling, inoculating, and waxing the logs for successful production. The mushroom workshop is FREE and open to the public, but we do ask that you RSVP by March 15, 2007, with the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Ashe County Center, so that we can be sure that enough tools and other supplies are on-hand. To sign­ up, please call Cooperative Extension at (336) 219-2650. More information about Spin a Yarn...Weave a Web can be found at: http://www.foxfireholler.com/ 2p.m.:EasterSealsUCPNorth Carolina, High Country Post Polio Support Group March Meeting at Watauga Medical Center, New Auditorium, 336 Deerfield Rd. Boone. We will be planning the next Camp Sky Ranch and recruiting new members. We would like to see some of the older members coming back. For more info call Kathryn Pennell at 336877-1154 or Shelby Duane at 828-495-9371 7 p.m.:"Mz. Relay"2007. Relay for Life organizers present: A womanless beauty pag­ eant at Westwood Elementary School Auditorium. Who will wear the crown? Adults $7.00, Children 12 and under $4.00. Advance tickets available by calling Mary Jo Black 336-2192727 days or 336-982-9055 7:30 p.m.: ETSU Bluegrass Band - Carrying on the spirit of bluegrass at Heritage Hall Mountain City,TN 37683 423-727-7444. Sunday March 18 10 a.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church: Sunday morning: Sunday School at 10 a.m. Special singing at 10:30 a.m. with The Pine Ridge Boys from Mooresville. Church services following singing and follow­ ing the Sunday worship service there will be a covered dish lunch, celebrating Pastor Rick Miller's Birthday. Special singing at 6:00 PM: with the Pine Mountain Boys from Statesville. Everyone is invited to come and spend the day at North Beaver Baptist Church, join us for the special singings, praise and worship services. 2 p.m.: Mountain Mystique Join a Park Ranger at the US 221 Access Community Building at 2:00 pm for a short slide presentation on Appalachian Mountain Life "in the good ol' days." There will also be a short walk to an old home site. The program will last about an hour. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for direc­ tions 6 p.m.:The Laurel Creek Boys will be singing at the Clifton Baptist Church. Rev. Mack Arnold Jr. and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 6 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC, is having a Gospel Singing featuring the Pine Mountain Boys.Come join Pastor Rick Miller and the con­ gregation for a night of fellow­ ship and songs 8 p.m.: Blood, Sweat & Tears with Chuck Negron. Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night, joins Blood, Sweat & Tears to form a powerhouse combo that can offer no less than 26 Top 40 hits rang­ ing from "Joy to the World" to"You've Made Me So Very Happy." Guaranteed to bring back a flood of memories! Tickets (336)838-6260. Walker Center, Location: Wilkesboro Web or email address: www. WalkerCenterOnline.org Monday March 19 6:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. will have thier monthly meeting, at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. Thank you, David Sexton, (Commander) 6:30 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is sponsoring a discussion on voluntary simplicity. All are welcome to attend. The discussion is held in the lobby classroom of Ashe Memorial Hospital. Tuesday March 20 Bald Mountain Baptist Church announces "Divorce Care" Divorced or separated find help at Divorce Care which is a special weekly seminar and support group for folks just like you. You do not have to be a member of Bald Mt Baptist Church to join Divorce Care. Call the office to register at 87701550. Bald Mt Baptist Church also announces that the North Carolina Baptist Singers will be in concert at Bald Mountain on Monday night April 23 at 7:00. These singers are from across the state in our Baptist Churches. Brother David Phillips Associational Choir Director and Bald Mt Choir director invite you to come here this special group of singers. Rev. Lawrence Goodman is the pastor and invites you to attend. 6 p.m.: The New River Behavioral Healthcare Consumer and Family Advisory Committee will meet at the New River Behavioral HealthCare Outpatient Treatment Center at 1430 Willow Lane, Westpark C61-2, Nort Wilkesboro, NC. For more information, call the Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Liaison at 828-2649007 '03 Edgewood Ro Wilkesboro, NC (336) 667-8151 MWestm jrJclTcrsonl jTChevrolel' •1773 MlJefferson Rd g West Jefferson. NC 336-846-4636 I. www.wjcbevy.net I ittk . ANAMKKAN A ^RSVOlimONjP 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quilters Guild on March 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9 a.m. The quilt will be The Twisted . 336-667-9090 j tillevautosales-Cfigl Hwy 421 Pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-322, The Ashe County Board of Equalization and Review Will meet as required by law. Purpose of Meetings To hear, upon request, any and all taxpayers who own or control taxable property assessed for taxation in Ashe County, with respect to the valuation of such property, or the property of others, and to fulfill other duties and responsibilities as required by law. Meeting Dates The Board will convene for its first meeting on Monday, April 2, 2007 at 8:30 AM. The Board will adjourn for the purpose of accepting requests for hearing at its last scheduled meeting on Monday, May 7, 2007. Meetings will be held at the Ashe County Courthouse in the 2nd floor conference room. In the event of an earlier or later adjournment, notice to that effect will be published in this newspaper. Requests for hearing must be received no later than the ad journment date which is scheduled for Monday, May 7, 2007 at 12:00 Noon. For an appointment please call (336) 219-2554 or write to: Ashe County Tax Administrator 150 Government Circle. Suite 2200 Jefferson. NC 28640 Switch to high-speed Internet from SkyBest by March 21 and receive a $100 Visa gift card. A/ith o u r SelectSurf 1 . 5 b u n d l e , y o u : a n s e n d a n d receive information in 3 flash. It's f a s t e r a n d e a s i e r t h a n dial-up. A n d you c a n talk o n t h e /our favorite treats. $"'fr/'/srf/f, W | SkyLine SkyBest 502 S. Jefferson Ave: West Jefferson, NC Hwy 421 336-246-8806 Wilkesboro, NC M m 1-877-781-4110 Mountain City Cycle Mountain City, TN 11 a.m.: Buffalo Baptist Church will have revival with Rev. Neal Hatfield from Uplands Reach as their guest speaker. There will be spe­ cial music each evening. The Service begins on March 25 th at 11 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each evening through Wednesday. 11 a.m.: Midway Baptist Church announces that Pine Ridge Boys will be singing NOTICE OF MEETINGS OF THE ASHE COUNTY BOARD OF EQUALIZATION AND REVIEW Dhone w h i l e you s h o p o n l i n e f o r ODWVnDULT WlLKESeORO, NC Sunday March 25 continued on page 10A Friday March 23 TT POF/RIAC i 6:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.: Peak Creek Ruritan Scholarship Pancake Breakfast and Indoor Yard Sale. Yard sale starts at 6:30 a.m. and break­ fast at 7:00 at the Peak Creek Community Center, 7062 Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. Along with the pancakes will be ham, fruit juice, fruit, and coffee. This is a fundraiser for the Peak Creek Ruritan Schlorship Fund for Ashe and Alleghany High School seniors. Breakfast and yard sale items will be sold by donation. If you wish to donate items for the yard sale, or want more information call 982-6125. 8:30 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering Tanning Facility Operator training at the Wilkes Campus on Saturday, March 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration costs for the class will be $50.00. Pre-Registration is required. To pre-register con­ tact Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6166 or (336) 838-6210. 6 p.m.: FDR Dinner at Ashe Services for Aging Building, 180 Chatty rob Lane, West Jefferson. Sponsored by the Ashe County Democratic Party. Tickets are $15 each. 7 p.m.: Mt. Paddy hosts Ohio Christian University in con­ cert at Ashe County High School. Love offerings will be appreciated. "Saved By Grace", "Stand By Me", "Come Away", "Sounds of That City", and many more. They have been awarded the two highest honors for a new group to receive - The Singing News "Horizon Group of the Year" and the Gospel Voice "Sunrise Group of the Year". They currently sing 280 con­ certs per year in 30 different states, Canada, the Virgin Islands, Honduras, can be heard on gospel radio throughout the United States, and can be seen on many different Christian TV stations including GMT (Gospel Music Television). The group has also made appear­ ances on Bill Gaither"s videos "All Day Singing", "So Glad", and "Sunday Meeting Time." 7 p.m.: The Iron Mountain Trail Riders will hold their next meeting at the Grayson Public Library. The topic for the evening will be "Meet your Forest Rangers" with guest speakers from the Forest Service. All trail users are invit­ ed to attend to share ques­ tions, viewpoints, concerns, hopes and desires about trails in SW Virginia. This will be a great opportunity for the public to network with Forest Service officials and share ideas. The Iron Mountain Trail Riders is a volunteer group working to keep trails in SW Virginia open and safe. This will be the new location for meetings which will be held on the fourth Thursday of the month at 7PM. For more information contact Gina Hagis 276-744-7363 or email- whiterose@wiredog.com 1931 Hwy 421-B Wilkesboro, NC 336-838-2191 1602 CURTIS BRIDGE RD Saturday March 24 March 25th at the 11 a.m. service. Rev. Steve LeaShomb and the congregation invite you to attend. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for direc­ tions 2 p.m.: The Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs is pleased to again hostoneof Southern Gospel's finest groups, Kevin Spencer and Friends. Kevin Spencer and Friends organized in June of 1992 and have recorded three # 1 songs! Their hit songs and fan favorites include: "The Blood Is Still There", "If The Rapture Was Yesterday", "The Vision", "Let's Meet By The River", "Shepherd of The Losf, Thursday March 22 Stop by any of these locations to register to win a j GIANT EASTER BUNNY & BASKET FULL OF TOYS! IWilke? f Honda Bargello. There are still open­ ings available for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. 828-297-7400 VILAS. NC . Look for More locations Coming, Soon! Call us today at 877-1350. Our price and speed are sure to get your tail wagging. www.skyline.org • www.skybest.com t 423-727-8475 j * Some restrictions apply. Service not available in all areas. Offer only good for customers converting from dial-up Internet to a SelectSurf bundle, including local and long distance, calling features and high-speed Internet. A fee of $95 will be charged for early termination. Allow 2-3 weeks to receive your Visa gift card in the mail. Limit one card per account. SkyLine/SkyBest is not responsible for damages or losses of mailed Visa gift cards. �PAGE10A FRIDAY , MARCH 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Ashe County Little Theatre presents 'Catfish Moon' March 29-31 ored if not used by a friend. continued from page 9A Kevin Spencer and Friends Reservations can be made are all born again Christians by calling Norma at 264-1210 that believe in living what they or Linda at 264-3753. A free sing. The concert is free, but nursery is also available with a love offering will be taken reservation. during the service. Seating is Bring a friend and join us for a on a first come, first serve great catered meal, all-inclu­ basis. The church is located sive for $11.00. at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd, Christian Women's Club is by Stonecroft just across from the Raccoon sponsored Holler Campground. For more Ministries, a national/interna­ information and/or directions, tional group based in Kansas call the church at (336)982- City, Mo. 4840, Pastor Sonny Thomas at If you have any questions, (336)982-4743, or Paul Jones please call Norma at 264-1210. Thank you at (336)982-3478. p.m.: Upcoming revival 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist 7 for Phoenix Baptist Church. Church will hold revival March Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy 25-28 with Rev. Joey McClure Joe Blevins Beginning March as the guest speaker. Special 25. Prayer rooms at 6:30 music each night. Pastor, Rev. p.m. Special singing nightly. Chris Cox and congregation Transportation and Child care welcome you Glendale Springs will be provided. More informa­ 7:30: tion call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Missionary Baptist Church Dollar & congregation invite will hold revival March 25-29 at 7:30 each night with prayer everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox Church will hold revival of Hibriten Baptist Church of March 25-28 with Rev. Joey Lenoir will be the guest speak­ McClure as the guest speak­ er. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs er. Special music each night. and congregation welcome Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and you. congregation welcome you Springs 7:30: Glendale Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 2511 a.m. Friends of the Library 29 at 7:30 each night with present Clint Johnson speak­ prayer room at 7:15. Rev. ing about his new book The Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Politically Incorrect Guide to Church of Lenoir will be the the South (and Why It Will guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Rise Again). The public is Amos Combs and congrega­ invited to attend, downstairs at tion welcome you. the Library. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will holdrevival March 25-28 with Rev. Joey McClure 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist as the guest speaker. Special Church will hold revival music each night. Pastor, Rev. March 25-28 with Rev. Joey Chris Cox and congregation McClure as the guest speak­ welcome you Glendale Springs er. Special music each night. 7:30: Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-29 congregation welcome you 7:30: Glendale Springs at 7:30 each night with prayer Missionary Baptist Church room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox will hold revival March 25- of Hibriten Baptist Church of 29 at 7:30 each night with Lenoir will be the guest speak­ prayer room at 7:15. Rev. er. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist and congregation welcome Church of Lenoir will be the you. guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congrega­ tion welcome you. ing may not be possible, and O- is the universal donor. Every two seconds, someone needs blood. Patients through­ out our area are counting on the American Red Cross and generous sponsors and donors to make sure blood is available whenever it is needed. You can also help make sure the blood supply continues adequate inventory levels by sponsoring a blood drive on weekdays or weekends. Churches, civic organizations, and businesses are needed as blood drive sponsors to bring in more blood donors every month! Thanks for your support of the American Red Cross. Please contact me for any questions or if you would like more information on spon­ soring a blood drive! For more information, please give me a call or email me: 336-403-1770, millsas@usa. redcross.org. You can also visit www.surrycountyredcross.org. a.m.: High Country 9 Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local 8:30 a.m.: American Red Hospice office at (336) 246Cross: Ashe County High 6443 to register or for more School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 information. We also have the training on video if you are p.m. O NEGATIVE LESS THAN 1.5 unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardDAYS SUPPLY O POSITIVE LESS THAN 1.5 son@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, DAYS SUPPLY A NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12HourTraining,Regestration DAYS SUPPLY B NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 Required! 7:30: Glendale Springs DAYS SUPPLY A shortage of Type O blood Missionary Baptist Church is the worst of all blood short­ will hold revival March 25-29 ages, because O blood must at 7:30 p.m. each night with be available to treat trauma prayer room at 7:15 p.m. Rev. patients, and meet the trans­ Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist fusion needs of all Type O Church of Lenoir will be the patients. A shortage of Type O guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. is responsible for most emer­ Amos Combs and congrega­ gency appeals for blood donors tion welcome you. nationally. Also, many hospitals 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County transfuse only Type O blood Little Theatre proudly pres­ to premature babies, because ents Catfish Moon. Evening cross-matching and blood typ­ shows will be held March 29, Wednesday March 28 Monday March 26 Tuesday March 27 9 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12 hourtraining, Regestration required! 6 p.m.: The High Country Christian Women's Club invites all women of the area to our March 27 meet­ ing, Tuesday 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Deerfield Fellowship on Deerfield road in Boone. Our special feature this month will be "Elegant, but quick and simple desserts" by Mary Wright. Come learn to make and sample these. Our speaker will be Carol Jensen from Franklin, N.C. She will be speaking on "Was she safe in the arms of Love?" Music will be by David Scott, local talented artist and at the piano, Judy Eller, also of Boone, N.C. Reservations and cancella­ tions by Saturday, March 24. Reservations should be hon­ Thursday March 29 Diamond Journey Pendants 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Friday March 30 7 p.m.: Classical guitarist Richard Easley and sing­ er/songwriter Scot Pope in concert at the Ashe County Library, Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 846-2041 for more information. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Saturday March 31 7 a.m.: Inside yard and bake sale at Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarine, off Bare street, across from West Jefferson Park. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. First sale of the season. Many many good items to be sold at a good prices. All proceeds will go towards the purchace of cabnets in the fellowship hall. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS I p.m.: The New River Earth Institute will be sponsor­ ing a free showing of An Inconvenient Truth at Ashe County Library on Saturday, March 31 at 1 p.m. in West Jefferson. There will also be opportunity for discussion as well as sign ups for a brand new four-session Global Warming course they will be offering in the weeks and months to fol­ low. This is a free program, open to the public. For addi­ tional information, please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Sunday April 1 II a.m.: Arlene Bare and Jerelee Whittington will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor and the congrega­ tion invite everyone to attend. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at the home of Julia Rodgers Call 385-6531 for directions. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly presents Catfish Moon Sunday mati­ nee Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS 6 p.m.: Mount Olive Baptist Church will have a special service on April 1st. Ryan Marlowe will be preaching and By the Blood will be singing. Mt. Olive is located at 1710 Watertank Road in Fleetwood. Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 8 at 7:00 AM. Breakfast will follow in the fel­ lowship hall. The will not have their regular 11:00 worship ser­ vice Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27 at 7:00 PM. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! High Country Health Care Hospice will be holding Spring Volunteer Training on March 27, 29, April 3, & 5 from 9 a.m. -12 p.m. at the Hospice office in Jefferson. If you have some extra time on your hands, what better way to spend it than by becoming a Volunteer. We have a variety of opportunities that you can be involved in. Give the Gift of Love...Your Time. Please call 246-6443 to register. Pause for snacks durin lap 293. DishDVR Advar It's about time. Introducing our all-inclusive TV package loaded with our most popular options for one low price. Plus, the everyday price is guaranteed through January 2009. 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The green industry com­ prises growers of greenhouse/ nursery stock, Christmas trees and flowers, sod producers, and related businesses such as landscape and irrigation contractors, lawn care profes­ sionals, arborists and retail lawn and garden centers. "We always knew the green industry was big business in North Carolina, but we didn't know how big," Troxler said. "This comprehensive study shows that the green industry is a diversified and significant economic factor in our state." Louise Hodges, president of the N.C. Green Industry Council, said: 'These numbers clearly illustrate the signifi­ cant contributions the green industry provides our state. Armed with this information, our industry will further its commitment to the state of North Carolina through op­ portunities for additional jobs, additional revenue and contin­ ued environmental benefits." Staff of the Agricultural Statistics Division at the N.C. Department of Agricul­ ture and Consumer Services collected data for the study. Economists Charles Safley and Michael Walden at N.C. State University's College of Mountain Select Proper­ ties of Ashe, the result of an ongoing dream of founder, owner and broker in charge Walt Petersen, proudly cel­ ebrated by opening it doors on March 5, 2007. After a very successful six year business run as co-own­ er of Regency Properties, Pe­ tersen once again felt the pull of the dream to own his own real estate business. Building on the sales and marketing success and business expe­ rience gained with Regency Properties the vision of a new office slowly developed into the reality of Mountain Select Properties of Ashe. Mountain Select Proper­ ties of Ashe is founded on the principles of the Golden Rule... "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you". Petersen noted "Our focus will always be on the best interests of each Buyer and Seller represented by the company, ensuring that the company will conduct business guided by the ethi­ cal principles of honesty and integrity. Our staff is totally dedicated to listening to the wants and needs of every buy­ ers and seller, appropriately responding and thus placing those wants and needs at the forefront of our service as Re­ altor/ Brokers . Walt Petersen has been an Ashe County resident for over 26 years. He has been a suc­ cessful, practicing real estate Broker for some 19 years and proudly holds the CRS, Cer­ tified Residential Specialist and GRI, Graduate Realtor Institute professional desig­ nations. He, and Mountain Select Properties of Ashe, is supported by a team of long term committed and a truly professional Broker staff, all friends, Beverly Black, John Edmonds and Helen Leserra, each equally successful and dedicated and joining from Regency Properties. Office Manager Susie Baldwin com­ pletes this team of dedicated professionals. Petersen states, "We, at Mountain Select Properties of Ashe, are eager to listen and learn how we can best help you in meeting your real es­ tate needs. We believe, when you select experience there is only one choice...Mountain Select Properties of Ashe". Give us a call, 336-846-6875, or stop by our "HOME" for a visit at 101 East Buck Moun­ tain Road, West Jefferson. Turn at Heritage Jeep/Chrys­ ler, we're one block on the left. Look for our colorful sign! Agriculture and Life Sciences analyzed the data. The study was funded by a $150,000 ap­ propriation from the General Assembly in 2005. North Carolina had 120,741 acres in production of green-industry commodi­ ties, including 60,657 acres of Christmas trees, 27,150 acres of field-grown nursery stock and 20,838 acres of sod. New real estate office opens in West Jefferson Alternative energy programs at River view Our issues and our future is being discussed and debat­ ed all over North Carolina. People are "throwing around" all sorts of figures. Some of us are not at all certain what is fact and what is wonder­ ing. Isn't it time we in Ashe County - and particularly in the Creston area — gave our­ selves an opportunity to un­ derstand the issues? Those who guide Riverview Community Center - on highway 88 in Creston - have decided that we can begin to find out what is re­ ally involved in alternative energy questions in a couple of evening of learning. They are Tuesday, March 20 and Thursday, April 5. Each ses­ sion will begin promptly at 6:30 and the discussion will conclude promptly at 8:30 PM. On March 20, we will view "Inconvenient Truth," a movie that gives the background on and facts about global warm­ ing. After all, that is a major part of the reasoning behind development of "alternative energy" sources. Then, a cou­ ple of weeks later on April 5, we will have a presentation on the ways that our present energy production contami­ nate the earth of which God has made us stewards. Following each of the pre­ sentations there will be op­ portunity to ask questions and clarify concerns. The place? Riverview Community Center. The times? March 20 and April 5 from 6:30 un­ til 8:30 PM. The purpose? Learning about our planet and our responsibilities. No questions are "out of line," but we will insist that all questions be pointed toward understanding of the issues we face as citizens of Ashe County and stewards of the earth. "We are not promoting the 'wind farm' that some of our citizens are trying to build." points out Jim Greene [pro­ gram Chair of the Communi­ ty Center) "We are offering to the community what we hope will be a careful and fact-filled look at our world and our re­ sponsibility for taking care of it. We hope that the evenings together will help us be more thoughtful and responsible individuals." BETTER FINANCING FOR A HARD WORKER. 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The annual donation to Hospice comes through the sale of Libby's Cards which customers of her boutique purchase for discounts and special events. All 150 cards sell out quickly each year. Libby's celebrates its fifth anniversary this month. The donation is made in memory of Libby's father, Jack Wall, who was cared for by Hospice. The organization is always needing volunteers, and training sessions are planned March 27 and 29 and April 3 and 5 from 9 a.m. to noon. For information or to sign up for volunteer training, call 246-6443. These animals are available for adoption, Dole backs Washington, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Dole, along with 49 of her colleagues, have called on the Senate Budget Committee to allo­ cate $5.1 billion for the LowIncome Home Energy Assis­ tance Program (LIHEAP) for fiscal year 2008. Dole and her colleagues also have re­ quested the same amount in advance funding for LIHEAP in fiscal year 2009, which en­ ables states to pre-purchase fuel and plan for heating and cooling assistance. "It is so important that ev­ ery individual has the means to stay warm during the coldweather months and cool dur­ ing the hot-weather months," said Dole. "Our most vul­ nerable citizens - children, seniors, and those with dis­ abilities - should not have to choose between affording home energy and affording other basic necessities, such as food, housing, and pre­ scription drugs. LIHEAP helps ensure that these in­ dividuals' safety and health are not compromised by unaffordable home energy bills - and Congress must do its part to fund this program." In addition to assisting low-income families and se­ niors with their energy bills, LIHEAP funds would also help citizens weatherize their homes to save energy. On av­ erage weatherization reduces heating bills by 31 percent. According to HHS, individ­ uals interested in applying for energy assistance should contact their local or state LIHEAP agency. For more information, go to http://www. acf.hhs.gov/programs/liheap/ or http://www.acf.hhs.gov/ programs/liheap/brochure. html. West Jefferson Chevrolet AN AMERICAN R VOLUTION $1,000 Bonus Cash on These Vehicles 2007 Silverado 2500 Diesel, Ext. Cab, 4x4 2007 Aveo 2006 Cobalt i �FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 W& • :-;|s• Friday - March 16 i This week in Husky sports JV/Varsity Baseball HOME vs North Surry 4:30 p.m./ 7:30 p.m. JV/Varsity Softball HOME vs North Surry 4:30 p.m. / 6:30 p.m. Saturday - March 17 JV/Varsity Baseball HOME vs Mitchell Noon/ 3 p.m. E-mail us: MgrayhcaUoJi-riVrsonPosl.com Tennis team defeats the Elks, lose to Golden by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter rnoio uy ivncnaei urayDeai Aaron Jones powers a serve across the net for an ace dur­ ing the match Tuesday against Surry Central. The Husky Men's Tennis Team traveled to Elkin High School on Tuesday, March 6 and defeated the Buckin' Elks for the first time since Ashe County High School has been opened. The Huskies claimed the 6-3 victory with four singles victories and two victories in doubles. The Huskies returned home and opened up conference play on Tuesday when they hosted the Surry Central Golden Eagles. The Golden Eagles are currently ranked seventh in the state by the North Carolina Tennis Coaches Association and are the Softball loses in extra innings by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Husky varsity softball team traveled to West Wilkes High School on Tuesday evening to compete with the Blackhawks in a nonconference match-up. After the game was forced into extra innings to determine the winner, the undefeated Blackhawks prevailed with a 1-0 victory over the Huskies. The match-up was difficult and tough for both teams and the game was a dual between defenses. The Huskies opened the game up by the first three batters striking out to bring the Blackhawks up to bat. Blackhawks appeared to have a promising situation in the first inning when a runner was able to advance to third base, but the Huskies were able to retire the Blackhawks to leave the runner stranded on third. The Huskies offense again was forced into a threebatter inning during the top of the second inning and they were able to get another batter on in the bottom of the inning. In a repeat of the first inning, the Huskies retired the Blackhawks again prior to the runner scoring to enter into the third inning. The Huskies again had another three up, three down inning, but the Blackhawks success at the plate was limited also. Kendra Yearick, the Huskies' starting pitcher was able to strikeout two batters and forced a grounder on the third batter to retire the Blackhawks for the inning after only three batters. defending Mountain Valley Champions. The Huskies struggled and were unable to defeat the Golden Eagles when they lost by a final total of 6 matches to three. The Huskies match at Elkin on last Tuesday was a tough fought battle for the Huskies as they defeated the Buckin' Elks by a final team score of 6-3. In singles competition, Jake Giles, Will Krider, Chris Lyall, and Chase Smith were each able to claim victories, Krider and Ricky Pelton paired up for a doubles victory and Lyall and Smith also claimed a victory for the Huskies in a doubles match. Results of singles matches: #1 seed: Matt Wurdeman (Elkin) defeated Aaron Jones (Ashe) 6-1, 6-1: #2 seed: Jake Giles (Ashe) defeated Austin Beshears (Elkin) 6-2, 6-4: #3 seed: Will Krider (Ashe) defeated Sarang Shab (Elkin) Photo by Michael Graybeal Chris Lyall returns a serve during his 6-1 and 6-0 victory over Surry Central on Tuesday evening. 6-1, 6-1: #4 seed: Tyler Smith (Elkin) defeated Ricky Pelton (Ashe) 6-4, 6-3: #5 seed: Chris Lyall (Ashe) defeated Jarel Duncan (Elkin) 6-1, 6-0: #6 seed: Chase Smith (Ashe) defeated Levi Carter (Elkin) 6-1, 6-3. Doubles results: Matt Wurdeman/ Austin Beshears (Elkin) defeated Jake Giles/ Anand Patel (Ashe) 8-4: Will Krider/ Ricky Pelton (Ashe) defeated Sarang Shab/ Tyler Smith (Elkin) 8-5: Chris Lyall/ Chase Smith (Ashe) defeated Kris Roundtree/ See Tennis, page 2B Track teams win at North Wilkes Photo courtesy of ACHS Track and Field Morgan Casey, Jessica Koontz, Kinsey Mash, Savannah Sheets, and Emaline Shatley start the 800 Meters event by quickly getting in front of the field. Shatley would proceed to finish first in the event, and Casey and Mash followed close behind in second and third place. Photo courtesy of Karlton Yearick Kendra Yearick pitched an amazing 11 inning shutout Tues­ day evening against West Wilkes. The defensive battle was repetitive as neither team could acquire more than one base runner in the same inning. The game proceeded along and at the end of regulation innings; the teams were scoreless and prepared for extra innings. In the eighth inning, the Blackhawks pitcher struck out all three batters. The Blackhawks had intentions of ending the game, as they were able to get a runner on first base with only one out. Kendra Yearick responded for the Huskies by striking out the next batter and forcing the following batter into a ground out to end the eighth inning and head into the ninth. The ninth inning was a repeat of the eighth and the See So/lball, page 2B AYBL teams presents trophies Photo by Teresa Laws Kim Barnes, Principal of Mountain View Elementary, proudly receives trophies from the 5th and 6th grade Ashe Youth Basketball Teams from Mountain View. Lonnie Gilley (far left) was the coach of the 5th and 6th grade boys 76ers which finished as Tournament Runner-Ups and Michelle Scott (far right), coach of the 5th and 6th grade girls Sparks, who were the Tournament Champions. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter On Monday evening, the Husky Track and Field team traveled to North Wilkes High School to compete with North Wilkes and Hibriten. Both the Women and Men's team was able to claim the victory during the meet.This was the first meet of the year for the teams and each competitor performed admirably. In the men's events, Ashe won a total of eight out of sixteen events. The Husky Men's results are as follows (event, competitor, time/ distance): 100 Meters- Aaron Greene and Lee Critcher, tied for third place, 12.44 seconds; 100 Meters High HurdlesChris Blevins, winner, 17.6 second; Long Jump- Sid Carpenter, winner, 17 feet 11.5 inches; Triple JumpChris Blevins, runner-up, 34 feet 5 inches; Discus- James Snyder, third place, 96 feet 3 inches; Shot-Put- Dakota Price, winner, 41 feet 9.5 inches; 4x8 Relay- Vijay Kataria, Zach Holman, Andy Widner, Zach Davis, winner, 9:45; 4x2 Relay- Dakota Price, Charles Johnson, Sid Carpenter, Aaron Greene, winner, 1:42.16; 1600 MetersZach Davis, winner, 5:38.36; Randall Pennington, runnerup, 5:39; Vijay Kataria, third, 5:39.2; 400 MetersAndy Widner, runner-up, 61.2 seconds; Cory Halsey, third, 61.8 seconds; 300 Meters High Hurdles- Chris Blevins, runner-up, 49.7 seconds; Aaron Scott, third, 50.22 seconds; 800 MetersZach Davis, winner, 2:25.9; Vijay Kataria, third, 2:35.8; 200 Meters- Dakota Price, winner, 25.64 seconds; Lee Critcher, third, 25.8 seconds; 3200 Meters- Holden Hudler, winner, 12:46.2; Zach Holman, runner-up, 13:02.9. Inthewomen'scompetition, Ashe won twelve out of sixteen events. The highlight of the women's competition was when Emily Gamble qualified for regionals by finishing the 1600 Meters in an incredible 5:50.8. The Husky Women's results are as follows: DiscusKatie Gammons, winner, 82 feet 5.5 inches; 100 Meters High Hurdles- Caitlin Garn, winner, 18.7 second; Erin Keenan, runner-up, 18.8 seconds; Shot-Put- Katie Gammons, runner-up, 26 feet 3.5 feet; 4x8 Relay- Emaline Shatley, Kinsey Mash, Devin Little, and Kassee Roberts, winner, 11:43; 100 MetersRoxanne Thomas, winner, 13.6 seconds; Cara Church, runner-up, 13.94 seconds; High Jump- Jessica Koontz, runner-up, 4 feet 2 inches; Kinsey Mash, fourth, 3 feet 10 inches; 4x2 Relay- Taryn Roten, Roxanne Thomas, Sarah Wright, Morgan Stansberry, winner, 1:58; 1600 Meters- Emily Gamble, winner, 5:50.8 (Regional qualification);Kassee Roberts, runner-up, 6:33.5, Morgan Casey, third, 6:44.3; 4x1 Relay- Taryn Roten, Roxanne Thomas, Sarah Wright, Cara Church, winner, 55.2 seconds; 400 Meters- Whitney Stuart, winner, 73.8 seconds; Chelsea Holman, runner-up, 78.1 seconds; Jessica Koontz, third, 78.9 seconds; 300 Meters HurdlesCaitlin Garn, winner, 57.13 seconds; Taryn Roten, runner-up, 57.14 seconds, Erin Keenan, third, 60.8 seconds; 800 MetersEmaline Shatley, winner, 2:58.7; Morgan Casey, runnerup, 3:01.8; Kinsey Mash, third, 3:06.2; 200 MetersRoxanne Thomas, winner, 28.85 seconds; Cara Church, runner-up, 30 seconds; 3200 MetersEmily Gamble, winner, 13:20; Ashton Little, runner-up, 14:45. Both track teams will return to North Wilkes next Thursday for another meet except against North Wilkes and West Wilkes with the meet starting at 4:30 p.m. Photo courtesy of ACHS irack and Field Sid Carpenter jumps an impressive 17 feet 11.5 inches, which was enough to win the Long Jump event at North Wilkes on Monday afternoon. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Softball continued from page IB rest of the game. Each side recorded two groundouts and a strike out to head into the tenth inning. The Huskies were unable to score in the tenth inning, but Kendra Yearick again responded for the Huskies by striking out the entire Blackhawks' side to force the game into the eleventh inning. Larken Mikeal led off in the inning by making contact and beat out the throw to first base. Mikeal however was thrown out while attempting to steal second and the following two batters struck out to place the Blackhawks at bat. The Blackhawks again were able to get a runner on base during the inning, but the Huskies did not allow the runner to advance. The Huskies defense was able to Bring the family and join the fun at Ml. Rogers Combined School get the three outs and once again forced the game into another inning. In the top of the twelfth inning, Brittany Parsons was able to get on first for the Huskies with only one out. The following Husky batter was struck out and then the Blackhawks pitcher forced the following Husky into a ground ball for the third out of the inning to allow the Blackhawks to come up to bat. The Huskies made a pitcher change after Kendra Yearick had pitched eleven innings and recorded 17 strikeouts; the Huskies relieved her with Cori Revis. Revis forced the first batter into a ground ball, which was converted for the first out. The Blackhawks had Brittany Parsons coming up to the plate. Parsons is a four-year starter for the Blackhawks and she hit a game ending homerun in the bottom of the twelfth inning. Following the game, Coach Bill Key commented on the game by stating: "Both teams played very good defense and both pitchers were very strong throughout the game. Kendra Yearick went 11 innings and kept in check a very potent offense for West Wilkes. West had scored 44 runs in their four games and is undefeated for the season." The Huskies returned to action when they traveled to Grayson County Wednesday for another non-conference game, and they will return to action tonight when they host the Greyhounds from North Surry for their first conference game of the season. The action gets underway at 4:30 p.m. Soccer splits games halfway point of the second being on top with a final score half, the Blackhawks were of 2-1. The Huskies were able to The women's soccer team able to get another shot by the traveled to West Wilkes High Huskies goalkeeper for their strike first when that Leah School on Tuesday evening to third goal of the game and took Fulbright was able to get a shot face the Blackhawks in a non- a 3-0 lead with only 20 minutes off at goal and drilled it past the Mountaineers goalkeeper conference game and narrowly remaining in the game. The Huskies retaliation to take the 1-0 lead in the lost by a final score of 3-1. The loss to the Blackhawks consisted of runs by Brandy first half. Neither team scored followed the team's first victory Houser, Leia Eldreth, again prior to halftime and the of the year when they defeated Stephanie Ratliff, Shelly Huskies led 1-0 at the half. In the second half, the the Mitchell Mountaineers at Barker, Nancy Jones, Ashton Little and BeLynda Price, plus Mountaineers were able to Mitchell by a score of 2-1. The Huskies' game at West numerous other Huskies. In score on the Huskies to tie the Wilkes opened with both the final ten minutes of the game at 1-1, but Shelly Barker teams evenly attacking and game, the Huskies were able to claimed the win for the Huskies defending. The Huskies were connect on consecutive passes with a goal to give Ashe County able to make a run early in and worked the ball towards a 2-1 victory. The Huskies kept the game when Jordan Dollar the Blackhawks net and with played a ball to Ashton Little. Nancy Jones in control of the the ball in Mitchell's territory Little then relayed the ball on ball, Brandy Houser made a .for the majority of the game to Leah Fulbright who played run at the goal. Following a and they recorded a total of it back to Little. Little's shot on precise pass from Jones, Houser 13 shots. With the majority of goal missed by a mere couple was able to control the ball and shots being on goal and the of feet, which would have gave placed a shot in the back of the keeper forced to deflect the the Huskies an early 1-0 lead, net to give the Huskies their balls away, the Huskies were but instead the game remained only goal of the match and cut also awarded a whopping total tied. Shortly after the near goal by the Huskies, the Blackhawks retaliated with a run down the sideline and played a beautiful ball into the middle. The Huskies' goalkeeper missed the Blackhawks shot, and the Blackhawks took the early 1-0 lead at the 26-minute mark of the game. The Blackhawks built momentum from the goal and within another five minutes was able to punch another shot in to give West Wilkes the 2-0. The Huskies tried to Photo by Michael Graybeal make an offensive run but the Nancy Jones (near) makes a run while Ashton Little (far) Blackhawks resisted and the teams entered into halftime fills the opposite lane in the Huskies game at West Wilkes. with the Blackhawks winning the Blackhawks lead to 3-1. of seven corners for the game. 2-0. Following the halftime Neither team could score The Huskies record intermission, the Huskies made another goal prior to the stands at 1-3-1 and the the Blackhawks defense work conclusion of the game, and the Huskies opened up conference to maintain their two-goal lead. Blackhawks claimed the 3-1 play last night when they With thoughtful passes and victory over the Huskies. hosted the North Surry smart runs, the Huskies offense Prior to the game against Greyhounds. The Huskies had numerous opportunities at the Blackhawks, the Huskies will have another home game the Blackhawks net, but could had traveled to Mitchell County Tuesday evening when they not place the ball in the net. to face the Mountaineers last host the Rams from Starmount The Blackhawks resisted Friday. The battle between the High School with the game the Huskies' runs and at the purples ended with the Huskies starting at 6 p.m. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Tennis continued from page IB seed: Lance Haymore (Surry Kody Hudson/ Jonathon Cook Central) defeated Will Krider (Surry Central) 8-2. Jarel Duncan (Elkin) 8-2. Exhibition: Anand Exhibition singles: Anand (Ashe) 6-4, 7-5: #4 seed: Kyle (Surry Central) Patel (Ashe) defeated Jake Patel (Ashe) defeated Kris Eiswald Roundtree (Elkin) 8-4: Alex defeated Ricky Pelton (Ashe) Dellinger (Surry Central) Wolfe (Ashe) defeated Alex 7-5, 6-2: #5 seed: Chris Lyall 6-0: Jason Dunphy (Ashe) William Wall Irwin (Elkin) 8-0: Jason (Ashe) defeated Kody Hudson defeated (Surry Central) 6-1, 6-0: #6 (Surry Central) 8-4: Alex Dunphy (Ashe) defeated John Caudle (Elkin) 8-1: seed: Chase Smith (Ashe) Wolfe (Ashe) defeated Cody Jonathon Cook McMillan (Surry Central) Jacob Winebarger (Elkin) defeated 6-0: Alex Graybeal (Ashe) defeated Justin Miller (Ashe) (Surry Central) 6-1, 6-3. Doubles matches: Chris defeated Quin Hege (Surry 8-5: Brandon Dudley (Elkin) defeated John Wooten (Ashe) Hockenbury/ Kirk Johnson Central) 6-0: Justin Miller defeated Daniel 8-3: Brandon Wiley (Elkin) (Surry Central) defeated (Ashe) Aaron Jones/ Jake Giles Shores (Surry Central) 6defeated Nathan Greene (Ashe) 8-4: Robbie Pelton (Ashe) 8-3: Lance Haymore/ 4. Exhibition doubles: John Nathan Greene (Ashe) defeated Tanner Kris Eiswald (Surry Central) Wooten/ defeated William defeated Will Krider/ Ricky (Ashe) Hardy (Elkin) 9-7: Schon Reece (Elkin) defeated Delany Pelton (Ashe) 8-4: Chris Lyall/ Wall/ Cody McMillan (Surry Chase Smith (Ashe) defeated Central) 9-7. Thomas (Ashe) 8-5. The Huskies returned to action following the For All Your Golf, Work 8 Utility Needs match against Elkin when they hosted the defending Mountain Valley Conference Champions from Surry Central. The Golden Eagles are currently ranked seventh in the state by the North Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. Carolina Tennis Coaches 310 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson Association, but the Huskies phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 were not intimidated and brgcuvi(<?'earthlink.net played the Golden Eagles for Monday - Friday H:0() am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment a tough match. The majority of the losses for the Huskies came by a difference of four or less games. Chris Lyall and Chase Smith were able to defeat their opponents in singles competition, and then paired together for another Barb Carter is the winner for this week's Jefferson victory. Results of singles matches: Post NASCAR Contest. She correctly chose the race #1 seed: Chris Hockenbury winner, Jimmie Johnson, and guessed closest to the M (Surry Central) defeated I winner's average speed of 128.183 mph with a guess of 130 Aaron Jones (Ashe) 2-6, 6-2, 7-4: #2 seed: Kirk Johnson \ mph. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the (Surry Central) defeated B Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! 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One of those plans for many people and families is to go to amusement parks to ride the Roller Coasters! Roller coasters are amusement park rides that use positive and negative g forces, hills, turns, and slopes to create thrilling rides for the passengers riding in the cars moving along the tracks. The first prototype of a roller coaster was invented in the mountains of Russia in the late 1700's. Along the mountain sides, long slopes made from lumber and covered with ice were constructed, sometimes almost 5 stories high. Stairs were the method to reach the top, and passengers would then go down the slopes in sleds. These sleds were later outfitted with wheels. After the Russian success, new coasters, more like the modern ones of today, were built in Paris, France. In the 1800's, coasters were starting to pop up in the United States. The Mauch Chunk Switchback Railway coaster started out as a method of transportation in coal mines. The popularity of the ride with workers caught on, and the American coaster was born. The 1920's would usher in a Golden Age of roller coasters, starting at New York's Coney Island. The Cyclone, built in 1927 is the oldest standing roller coaster in the world today. After the Great Depression of the 1930's, many roller coasters went out of operation or were demolished, with none being built to replace them. The opening of the Racer in 1972, at Kings Island Amusement Park in Cincinnati, Ohio is considered the rebirth of the age of roller coasters! —J1 . -I .4 Roller Coaster Word Search s s ° crossword Time! ^se the c'ues to so've the booster puzz|e b©'ow! Solve the problem, then write the answer below! Find the words hidden in the puzzle below! 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Agent 2348 Hwy KB • Suite 4 • HeritageCourt 336-846-6721 Kelly Perry. Agent Boone, NC 28607 • 828-2634)180. Fax: 828-263-0182 125 Wade E. Vannoy Dr. • Jefferson, NC Philip Darnell, Brokep Ke.sidc-iithil, Land & Commercial Double Need a Ride? Dial 246-2000 beauty of natural stone 7350 Old Hwy 421S. • Deep Gap, NC (beside the post office)»828.262.1662 mm r Serving Ashe County Since I950 336-246-7151 119 Old Brickyard Road Kuboho 246-4222 Hwy. Ill S. Glendale Springs • 336-982-37.i l Wilkesboro. NC 28659 336-246-9343 • Hwy 221 Bus • Jefferson, NC TERMITE & PEST CONTROL BURGESS & SON BODY SHOP SPECIALTY CAR CO. INC. LYNN'S JEFFERSON AUTO CENTER ERMINflTING * Member of the "We Care Program" using 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE INSURANCE AGENCY! Mommi) And Me, LLC Hours: Tuesday - Saturday - 10am -5:30pm Hours: Monday - Saturday lOnm-Apm • Sun I-5pm Shop* nl Muulnstlinc Boone, NC 28607 * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth * H&W Oil Company Weekly Specialties Phone: I82H) 268-1510 KM: (H28) 268-1511 K-mnll: pctplucc® Roboonc.net 1608 Hwy 221 North'Jefferson, NC'336-846-7191 Ethan says, "Come go for a ride!" SATELLITE SALES & SERVICE Office: 336-877-7878 * A Mountain WlDNER (iOSSTBWriON Seafood &Aire Steakhouse Commercial and Residential P() Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC 19 South Third St. Box 609 • 204 E. Main St. Complete Source For All Your Pet Needs Vannoy & Sons Construction Co. PARKER TIE COMPANY EMPIRE 2000 W. US Hwy 42! • Wilkesboro. NC (336) 667-2886 • 800-523-2745 www.empiredodge.com Humphrey Masonry Supply, Inc. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) I OS S. Jefferson Ave.* West Jefferson. NC 336-246-HDTV (4388) 336-246-5222 W c t i c f f c r s o n 6 0 1 SlIeffcrsonAvenue'West,efferson'NC Chevrolet 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Open Mon-Fri • 7am - 5pm 336-982-9821 828/ 262-3700s!^^ Boone, NC Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 50 �FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5B COMMUNITY NEWS Could you evacuate your home if you had to? by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Every year we are faced with fires out west, hurri­ canes in the south and south east, flash floods, winter storms and blackouts. Emer­ gencies happen all the time. Could you stay calm if you were faced with a disaster or personal emergency? This week is Anti-Procrastination Week. I know you have been putting off making this sec­ tion in your control journal. Please don't put off the actual preparation: Batteries, water, emergency food supplies, ra­ dio, a way to cook, flashlights and anything else that you you may never see your home again. So this is going to be a quick decision on your part. No more being wishy washy about this. You are going to find out what is most impor­ tant in your home. I can tell you right this minute, that there is nothing in my home but Robert that I could not replace. If I were forced to evacuate, I would grab my purse, my laptop and my pearls. I could still replace all of these things; I would just feel better having them around. I would do my best to save our dogs and our orange kitty. I have had to search for leashes and the cat carrier in the past. I know where they are now. Now don't say, "this can never happen to me!" Many of you live on the coast and deal with hurricane evacuation every summer. Most all of us may have to deal with other 1 2003 Mitsubishi Galant P3108A $159/month $7,888 2004 Dodge Neon J8836B $149 /month $7,888 $7,888 $7,888 2006 Chrysler Sebring nm $159/month 2006 Chrysler Sebring v»v $159/month 2002 Saturn L200 J8931A $189/month 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible $189/month $8,888 $8,888 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo D9352A $169/month 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX 0916OA $179 /month $5,995 Mark your calendars for Blowing Rock's 28th Annual Trout Derby on April 7-8. Events get underway on Fri­ day, April 6 with a 5:30 - 7:30 pm Fish Fry at the Blowing Rock Fire Department/Rescue Building on Park Avenue. The delicious meal costs just $8 with all proceeds going to the Department. Saturday and Sunday an­ glers from throughout the area along with visitors will compete Could you evacuate quick­ ly if needed? For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. ^ Used Car Extravaganza 2003 Ford Taurus D8770D $133/month Trout Derby next month be thankful for your blessings. We don't need all of our stuff as long as we have our fam­ ily. As Rita Davenport says, "If money will fix it, it is not a problem!" Think about this now. Make a plan so you dont have to think if it happens to you. If you need help coming up with a preparedness list then go to my website; www. FlyLady.net and put evacua­ tion into our Google Search Box. <7^ . Empire Chrysler Jeep Dodge ' can think of. Here is your test ques­ tion. Imagine that you have to evacuate your home in 30 minutes. What would you take with you? Could you decide what is important in your life and what is really clutter. Now here is the toughest part of this challenge. Can you put your hands on those items that you wish to take with you? I want you to think about this! Keep in mind you only have a few minutes and you have to leave your home and weather related problems, floods, winter storms and tor­ nados. Then there are nucle­ ar reactors all over the world and earthquakes can happen at any time. We live in the for­ est and during a dry season we could experience fire rag­ ing up a mountain. People are facing this problem right now. We had it a couple of weeks ago in our county. So you are not immune to disasters. So look at your home and $8,488 $8,888 $8,888 2004 Dodge Neon P3095A $149 /month P3056A • • 1 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser PSM $169/month 2006 bodge Stratus P3121 $159/month 2006 Chrysler Sebring wu? $159/month $8,888 $8,888 $9,488 2005 Nissan Sentra SE $199/month 2005 Jeep Liberty QBOTA $269/month 2004 Ford Ranger P3oo $239/month 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser PS™ $169/month 2006 Toyota Corolla P3070B $229/month $9,488 $12,888 2004 Acura RSX D9148A $279/month 2007 Dodge Caliber P3097 $269/month $13,488 $14,888 $14,995 2006 Chrysler Sebring GTC Convertible $279/month 2002 Dodge Quad-Cab 09231A $299/month 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 D9460A1 $299/month $15,488 $15,888 2006 Chrysler Sebring GTC Convertible $279/month $15,888 $15,995 $18,488 2006 Jeep Liberty 3 to choose front P3119 $299/month 2004 Dodge Ram 4x4 Quad Cab P3131A1 $299/month 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 d946oa $309/month 2006 Dodge Dakota ST D9433A $319/month 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 D9H2A $359/month $10,488 $14,995 2005 Nissan Altima 08183C $289/month $16,888 P3078 $16,488 •••••••••I P3085 $19,488 $17,995 $19,888 • *ip! for prizes in the Trout Derby. Hours are Saturday 6 am - 5 pm and Sunday from noon - 4 pm with Derby Headquarters in the American Legion Build­ ing on Wallingford Street. A children's Art Contest runs all day Saturday from 6 am to 5 pm at the American Legion Building. The winner's art work will be featured on next year's poster and tee shirt. Trout Derby prizes are awarded on Sunday, April 8 at the conclusion of the Derby. They include $50 savings bonds for tagged fish caught by small fry (children 11 and under), trophies for men, women, boys, girls and small fry, and mer­ chant prizes for first through third place in each division. For more information please contact the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce at 828295-7851. Tj 2003 Ford F-250 Diesel D8983A 2003 Ford F-550 4x4 Diesel D9292A 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel oem 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel D9191A $22,688 $28,900 $28,995 $33,900 All payments and prices include $2,000 cash down or trade of equal value plus tax, tag & doc. AOC on approved credit. APR terms vary depending on miles and model. Call dealer for details. SALES HOURS: FIVE STAR ^ Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. • Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. ^^^ SERVICE & PARTS HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • Saturday 8:00 a.m.-Noon It's Better. We'll Prove It. Five Star Winner For Customer Service Just above Wal-Mart on the right Highway 421 • Wilkesboro ASK FOR CHRYSLER * TEEP * DODGE 1-877-781-4110 * Lot #2 336-903-1076 Tim Harrold-General Manager • Michael Wyatt-F&l Manager internet Sales - Scott Watts and Josh Harrold Jeff "J.J." Jolnes—Used Car Manager Sales Manager—Chris Sheets Sales and Leasing Representatives - Jamie Marion, Matt Wyatt, A! Martinez, Randy Snyder. Frank Garcia, Roger Eich www.empiredodge.com �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy ^ CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING 140-Help Wanted jg Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION I In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges 140-Help Wanted Administrative Assistant I COUNTY OF ASHE POSITION VACANCY (Position 743-16-0113) Open until filled. 20 hrs/week, time-limited with New River Behavioral HealthCare, Watauga County. Duties: Grant Writer. Preparing, reviewing and writing grant applications, including the use of appropriate forms, developing a budget in compliance with sponsors, the State and NRBHC guidelines. Maintain and monitor project administration files using existing proce­ dures or devising new methods as necessary. Strong communication and attention to detail a must. Minimum requirements: Graduation from high school and four years of progressively responsible secretarial or clerical/administra­ tive/office management experience. Usual Schedule: flexible. Salary grade (63). Rates depend on size Submit state of ad and number of application to: runs. Please call Watauga Employment Classified Dept. ;J Security Commission for information. | 207 Winklers Creek Rd, Boone NC 28607. Mail orders should be Criminal records sent with payment to; check and pre employment Classified Advertising drug testing is The Jefferson Post i required. PO Box 808 EOE/AAE. West Jefferson, NC ] Are you a CNA who 28694 | would like to work full time, part time or (We accept personal flex time? check, Visa or Would you like 11 paid Master Card) holidays, health insurance, attendance Telephone; bonus? (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified© jeffersonoosl.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com •j 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper i6 sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination • based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national Origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody ol chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which Is in violation of the law. Our readers arc here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-tree at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephono number lor the hearing Impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost: Remington Power Nailer on 4-Lane between Jefferson & West Jefferson. Lost on March 8th. Call 877-7346 with any information. Lost: Female Pekinese Red & Blonde. Last seen in the Baldwin Area. Missing since March 9. Please call 336-877-5304 with any information. Found Labrador. Male. Chocolate/Red in color. Collar. Friendly. Well trained and be­ haved. Found Sunday, Feb. 25, in Buck Moun­ tain Road area, West Jefferson. Call 8772516. 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart m Ashe Services for Aging, Inc. is presently recruiting Certified Nurse Aides. Will assist client with personal care needs and light housekeeping. Work requires judgment, a pleasant attitude and initiative as well as tact and diplomacy in dealing with clients and families. Also, recruiting part time and substitute teachers for intergenerational, developmental day program serving children birth to 5 years old. Duties will include developing and fostering a positive and nurturing environment for children, effectively communicating with parents, fellow teachers, and other professionals. Program offers a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are interested in applying for these positions, please contact Linda Autry at Ashe Services for Aging, Inc. (336)246-2461 or the Employment Security Commission (336)982-4212. HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR 1 (743-40-1648) Open until filled. FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare SP Work base Alleghany. Duties include: Working a caseload of adults with severe and persistent mental illness, monitoring, arranging and linking clients to services and completing paperwork. Much of the work will be in the community and clients' homes. Usual Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8-5, flexibility required. Minimum requirements: Bachelor's degree in human service field and two years of related human services counseling/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counseling/therapy, case management or group work one of which was supervised. Hiring range: $33,564 $38,424. Submit state application to: Alleghany Employment Security Commission, PO Box 996, Sparta, NC 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE Bldg/Grounds Maintenance Worker Ashe County is seeking applications to fill a vacancy in the Public Buildings Department as a Maintenance Worker. Successful applicant will be responsible for performing general carpentry work in the construction, mainte­ nance, and repair of County buildings and facilities. Applicant will also assist other maintenance personnel in a variety of building trades work, such as electrical, plumbing, painting and/or masonry. Applicant will perform a variety of light custodial work in the care and maintenance of County buildings and facilities. Salary: $21,321.00 annually plus excellent benefits package. For a full job description and an application, contact the Employment Security Commission located at Family Central, 626 Ashe Central School Road, Jefferson, NC 28640. Deadline for application is Friday, March 23, 2007 at 5:00 pm. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE Full Time Position available for a Registered Nurse to provide oversight and general nursing care and services to persons with disabilities in residential homes and vocational center. Great benefit package. Prefer one year nursing experience and prior DD experience. Call RHA Health Services at 828-262-5450 INNOVATIVE SALON in West Jefferson looking for an experienced stylist to take over an established clientele list. For information, contact 336-846-1772 or 336-877-6487. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 SPECIAL NURSES FOR SPECIAL PEOPLE!! We are looking for a very special person NURSE!! We have an opening for an RN to provide nursing services to people with mental retardation. Some of the work you might expect: Assessments, Drug Reviews, Training Med. Techs., Clinic. But there is also the unexpected: Sharing in the lives of wonderful people and working with outstanding clinicians in a true team environment. Competitive pay and benefits. RHA Health Services, 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC. Call 828-262-5450. RHA is an EOE and a fun place to work. Your next big career move starts right here! Schwan's Home Service, Inc., a leader in food sales and delivery for over 50 years, is seeking entrepreneurial individuals to join our growing team. Customer Service Managers Route Sales Schwan's Home Service, Inc., Can offer you: PAID Training! Great BENEFITS! Apply online at 235-Christmas Trees 330-Pets For Sale: Fraser Fir Seedlings, 3-0's, bedrun. Also, have trans­ plants. 276-579-7733 Fraser Fir Transplants 65c each. Negotiable pricing depending upon quantity and who lifts plants. 20,000 available. 828-898-2970. Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. WANTED: Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. 260-Garage/Yard Sales HMYit :l ilcfii •dmmm KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time 2 times Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Bob Timberlake Artist Proof, #74 of 75, Portrait of Zinnias. $800. Noritake China, Crestmont pattern, service for 8, $300. Call 336- 982-5845 Border females $125 each. 7 weeks old, 1st shots, wormed, registered ABCA. 336-877-4530. Buddy was found in Roaring Gap near the Pro Stop gas station. He is being fostered until we can find a good new home for him. Buddy is a 1-2 year old black with white border collie/lab mix. Buddy is WON­ DERFUL with kids and is great with other dogs. He is very peaceful and is very mellow for such a young dog. Buddy is very smart, he's al­ ready learned "sit" and is very food motivated (he loves cookies!). Right now Buddy is an inside/outside dog, and he is very good about staying close to home without being tied up.Buddy is only avail­ able to a good home who will love and treat him right. For more info, please call Robyn at 336-363-9187 or email us at allegtiany Sf Bugsy (Shelter ID #21) is an energetic, 2-3 year old, purebred, male border collie. Bugsy will need a fami­ ly with a fenced in yard, as Bugsy will chew off his leash or tie-out. He's a very friendly boy who loves to give kiss­ es. Bugsy is also good with kids and other dogs - he would love to go to a home with another dog so he'd have a playmate. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com PLACEYOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.5O PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Please don't add to the growing population of homeless animals. Have your pet spayed or neutered. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Buy It! The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Fix It! We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Sparky is a 1.5-2 year old fawn male, pure­ bred boxer. His tail is docked, ears are natu­ ral. He's a typical box­ er, full of energy. Sparky could really thrive in a home where he's the only dog. He craves attention and loves to receive it. Please contact Barbara for more information at Fix It! ASHE SENIOR VILLAGE APARTMENTS GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2003 XR 70 Dirtbike. Kick Starter, 3 speed, automatic. Very good condition. Comes with owners manual, title and tool kit. Half off original price. $975 firm. Call 336-982-8154 For Sale: 1980 Harley Davidson, 80ci FLH Police Bike. Many new internal engine parts. This is a riding bike, not a show bike. Bought boat, must sell bike. $7500 firm. No tire kickers, please. Call 336-384-1074 after 6 pm. For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Wanted: Weathered Poplar Boards, any condition, at least 8" wide. Will dismantle building if needed. 336-877-1129. Leave message, will call back same day. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call wmvrn ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FUTURE VACANCIES ONE BEDROOM APTS. RANGE & REFRIGERATOR IN UNIT RENT BASED ON INCOME WATER & SEWER INCLUDED IN RENT HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY FOR INFORMATION CALL 336-246-9791 3 Bedroom, 1-1/2 Bath Brick home with carport in nice setting in West Jefferson. Hardwood floors, carpet & tile. $700/month. Call Carolina Mountain Properties. 336-246-2880. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available 2 bedroom/2 bath mo­ bile home on 2 acre lot. Appliances. No smoking or pets inside. $400 per month, $400 security deposit. 1 year lease and references required. 336-384-3913 3BR 2Bath located in Friendship Park, West Jefferson. $535 month, $535 deposit. Will rent to own with $1500 down payment. Call 336-982-5072 after 6pm. For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 RESULTS! For Rent: 2 BR House Equipment. Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1115Professionals For Sale: House, Outbuildings & 26 acres more or less. Call 336-384-3360 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 FOR HIRE Lcl me help you In create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big' or too small. For more information, Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. BIG Hart Check Out the APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Little Classifieds... by with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Stop FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W 460-Mobile Homes for Rent WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. HOUSING FOR THE ELDERLY 62+ 160 CHATTYROB LANE WEST JEFFERSON NC 28694 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Power ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. DEMO PERSON FOR BOARS HEAD Work Wilkesboro / West Jefferson 4 days a month: Friday, Saturday or Sunday Phone: 336-722-1053 Call 8467164 Wytheville, Sell It! Buy It! • ALLIANCE TMACTON -TBAU«n ;**""woctwrW» •gj Virginia or Fix It! 1-800-334-1203 Call www.alllancetractortrailer.com 8467164 Buy It! an animal or item , Fix it! more information 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • C.DL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • Buy It! you are giving away Call 846-7164 for Special is an older terrier mix female and is a special-needs dog. She lost her front left paw in an accident several years ago. She does fine with her 3 remaining feet, but other dogs tend to pick on her because of this disability. She is an inside house dog that is paper trained. She would really like a house with a fenced in yard because she is not used to walking on a leash. Contact Robyn for more info at alleahaQyanimals@yahP0.corp or 336-363-9187 ALLIANCE It! Sell It! in the Classifieds. Missing from Peak Creek area since 2-2307, 15 week old female husky-lab mix puppy, tan and brown with blue eyes. 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Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? $9.50 $15.00 www.schwansjob8.com. (757) 538-8202 or (888) 650-2775 330-Pets Call 1846-1 7164 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. and AMH SEGRAVES CARE CENTER FULL-TIME POSITIONS: PART-TIME POSITIONS: STAFF PHARMACIST - 1st shift DIETARY WORKER - 2nd shift PHARMACY TECH - 1st shift MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - 3rd shift (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) C.N.A./UNIT SECRETARY (3rd shift) To apply: Apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640 or email to hr@ashememorial.org. 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For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Faye Bare, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 742 Woodrow Bare Rd., Laurel Springs, NC 28644 on or before the 18th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. The the 12th day of March, 2007. Dorothy B Hoppers Terry Bare Co-Executors for the Estate of Faye Bare NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF BILL R. EGGERS EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF MILDRED JEAN EGGERS The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor of the Estate of Mildred Jean Eggers, deceased, of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned on or before the 11th day of June, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This the 22nd day of February, 2007 Bill R . E g g e r s 2555 Grassy Creek Rd. Grassy Creek, NC 28631 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, 28694 NC Publication dates: 3-9-07; 3-16-07; 3-23-07; 3-30-07 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Michael Pat­ rick Joseph Joslin, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 8300 Swallow Ct., #101, Austin, TX 78758 on or before the 18th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 9th day of March, 2007. Donna L.K Winston Administratrix for the Estate of Michael Patrick Joseph Joslin Classifieds make "Cents' "Cents make Dollars" NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Exectrix of the Estate of Shields Harvey Clarke, SR, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify ail persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 548 Isley Place, Burlington NC 27215 on or before the 4th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 23rd day of February, 2007. Elizabeth T. Clarke Executrix for the Estate of Sheilds Harvey Clarke, SR. —NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Daniel Clayton Miller, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 855 Old Cress Road, Salisbury, North Carolina 28147 on or before the 23rd day of May, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals nabove described will be sold "as is," "where is," subject to any and all superior liens and subject to taxes and special assessments. property with said Dil­ lard Drive, four cours­ es, 1) thence N.74-1349E. 45.82 feet to a point, 2) thence N8114-08E. 54.93 feet to a point, 3) thence S.8639-09E. 57.16 feet to a point, 4) Thence S.8836-54E. 19.63 feet to the BEGINNING; con­ taining 0.441 acres as calculated by coordi­ nate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Company, PO Box 519, Jefferson, NC 28640-0519 (336) 2463352, NCRLS L-2633, dated March 10, 1998. Job #90100501. discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchas­ er will have no further remedy. The above-described property is subject to that certain right-of-way located on Dillard Drive to the north and also a 25-foot right-of-way to the west. Raymond A. Burke or Sherrie L. Harmon, Substitute Trustee Hedgemore 4731 Drive, Suite 200 Charlotte, NC 28209 If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the re­ turn of the deposit. Reasons for such inability to convey include, but are not lim­ ited to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowl­ edge of the Trustee(s). The Trustee in their sole discretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchas­ er will have no further remedy. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. Date and Hour for SALE: March 23, 2007 at 2:00 PM Place of Sale: Ashe County Court­ house Date of this Notice: January 25, 2007 Raymond A. Burke or Sherrie L. Harmon, Substitute Trustee 4731 Hedgemore Drive, Suite 200 Charlotte, NC 28204 The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. Date and Hour for SALE: March 23, 2007 at 2:00 PM of Sale: Place Ashe County Court­ house Date of this Notice: January 25, 2007 N ° T E N ° U G H NO WONDER A R T I N ° U * S CHOo*s PEOPLE THINK CARAVAGGI0 IS A GUY ON THE SOPRANOS. (704) 334-4529 The above-described property was acquired by the Grantor in Book 228, pages 226 and following, Ashe County Registry, said docu­ ment incorporated by reference as though fully set out herein. blaron4xsr NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that cer­ tain Deed of Trust exe­ cuted and delivered by Timothy Steele and (704) 334-4529 wife, Donna Steele, dated March 16, 2006, 06-SP-128 and recorded in the Office of the Register This the 16th day of Exhibit A of Deeds for ASHE , February, 2007. BEGINNING on a point COUNTY, North Caroli­ James Jeffery Miller in the centerline of Dil- na, in Book 344, at Executor for the estate lard Drive (right-of-way Page 650, and be­ of Daniel Clayton Miller width, if any, unknown), cause of default having said point being in the been made in the pay­ ment of the indebted­ AMENDED NOTICE southern line of ness secured by said OF SUBSTITUTE the Denver Carpenter TRUSTEES property as described Deed of Trust and fail­ ure to do and perform FORECLOSURE in Deed Book 169, and SALE OF REAL page 1922, said point the stipulations therein PROPERTY being the northeastern agreements pur­ corner of the Clifton contained, and suant to demand of the Under and by virtue of Dillard and wife, Doris the power and authority T Dillard property and Owner and Holder of contained in that the northwestern cor­ the indebtedness se­ certain Deed of Trust ner of the Larry Powers cured by said Deed of executed and delivered property, thence with Trust, the undersigned by Sheila M Blake and the eastern line of said Substitute Trustee will Ronnie E Blake, dated Dillard property, S. 15- expose for sale at pub­ April 24, 2003, and 46-05W., passing over lic auction to the high­ recorded in the Office a 1 %2-inch rebar set at est bidder for cash the of the Register of 20.00 feet, and passing property therein descri­ Deeds for Ashe County over a point at 94.12 bed, to wit: North Carolina, in Book feet, said point being -292, at Page 2378, and the northwestern cor­ See Attached Exhibit A because of default hav­ ner of the Robert Kniping been made in the schield property as de­ Present Record Own­ payment of the indebt­ scribed in Deed Book ers): Steele, Timothy edness secured by 187 page 178, said & Donna said Deed of Trust and point being N.88-45failure to do and 58W, 3.50 feet from a The terms of the sale perform the stipulations 1142-inch rebar found are that the real prop­ erty hereinbefore de­ and agreements there­ by in contained, and pur­ a corner fence post in scribed will be sold for suant to demand of the the northern line of cash to the highest bid­ der and that the under­ Owner and Holder of said the indebtedness se­ Knipschield property, signed may require the cured by said Deed of for a total distance of successful bidder at Trust, the undersigned 127.74 feet to a 1142- the sale to immediately cash or a Substitute Trustee will inch rebar found, said deposit expose for sale at pub­ rebar being the north­ certified check in an lic auction to the high­ eastern corner of the amount equal to the est bidder for cash the Denver Carpenter greater of five percent property therein descri­ property as described (5%) of the high bid or bed, to wit: in Deed Book 202, $750.00. In the event page 2498 and the that the Owner and Holder is exempt from See Attached Exhibit A southeastern corner of said Dillard property; paying the same, the Present Record Own­ thence with the south­ successful bidder may ers): Sheila M. Blake ern line of said Dillard also be required to pay and Ronnie E. Blake property S.83-06-59W., revenue stamps on the passing over a 1142- Trustee's Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and The terms of the sale inch are that the real prop­ rebar set at 110.79 feet the tax required by erty hereinbefore de­ for a total distance of N.C.G.S. Section 7Ascribed will be sold for 118.27 feet to a point in 308 (a)(1). cash to the highest bid­ the centerline of an ex­ der and that the under­ isting 25.0-foot right-of- The real property herei­ signed may require the way, said point being nabove described will successful bidder at the southwestern cor­ be sold "as is," "where the sale to immediately ner of said Dillard prop­ is," subject to any and deposit cash or a certi­ erty; thence with the all superior liens and fied check in an western line of said subject to taxes and amount equal to the Dillard property with special assessments. greater of five percent the centerline of said If the Trustee is unable (5%) of the high bid or 25.0-foot right-of-way to convey title to this $750.00. In the event two courses, 1) thence property for any rea­ that the Owner and N20-27-30W. 37.89 son, the sole remedy of Holder is exempt from feet to a point, 2) the purchaser is the return of the deposit. paying the same, the thence N.06-32-00W. for such successful bidder may 85.15 feet to a point in Reasons also be required to pay the centerline intersec­ inability to convey in­ revenue stamps on the tion of said right-of way clude, but are not limit­ Trustee's Deed, any and said Dillard Drive ed to, the filing of a Land Transfer Tax, and said point being the bankruptcy petition pri­ the tax required by northwestern corner of or to the sale and rein­ N.C.G.S. Section 7A- said Dillard property; statement of the loan 308 (a) (1). thence with the north­ without the knowledge ern line of said Dillard of the Trustee(s). The Trustee in their sole The real property herei- 07-SP-12 EXHIBIT A ADDRESS: 135 Clear Branch Drive, West Jefferson, NC 28594 Parcel #: 13190-333-001 A certain tract of land containing 1.000 acres according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes and Assoc., P.A. PLS #3094, located in Old Fields Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, being a division of the Laverne Watson Prop­ erty as recorded in Deed Book 291 at Page 953, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: BEGINNING on a pint in the center of Beaver Creek School Road, said point being the Southeastern corner of the Lavern Watson Property and the point in the Western line of the Ray Property; thence with the Ray property North 35 de­ grees 38 minutes 47 seconds West for a dis­ tance of 23.27 feet to an existing iron pin; thence with the Ray Line North 35 degrees 38 minutes 47 seconds West for a distance of 210.64 feet to a 1142 re­ bar set; thence with a division of the Watson property; South 59 de­ grees 25 minutes 33 seconds West for a dis­ tance of 232.41 feet to a 1!42 rebar set; thence South 35 degrees 38 minutes 47 seconds East for a distance of 111.53 feet to a 1142 rebar set on the North side of the road; thence South 35 de­ grees 38 minutes 47 seconds East for a distance of 30.00 feet to a point in the center of the road; thence with the center of the road, North 80 degrees 57 minutes 10 seconds East for a distance of 34.92 feet, North 80 degrees 27 minutes 48 seconds East for a distance of 152.97 feet North 79 degrees 18 minutes 5 seconds East for a distance of 24.82 feet to the Beginning. The property hereina­ bove described was acquired by Timothy Steele (and wife) Don­ na Steele from Marion L. Arnsdorff (single) by instrument recorded 7/13/2005 in Book 331 at page 1604 in the Ashe County Registry. Now is the time to : begin promoting your business for the coming season. The Jefferson Post j High Country Business Services || is the • m I perfect spot for you. It is highly visible and very affordable. Call 336-846-7164| for more information. ATTENTION JEFFERSON POST SUBSCRIBERS WW ACCESS THE JEFFERSON POST ON-LINE Step 1 - Go to www.jeffersonpost.com Step 2 - User name will be the number on your mailing label starting with 0 Step 3 - Password will be your zip code For more information, contact: Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop at 846-7164 Whether be 5 or 50... let evciyone know they are having Jefferson Postif Note,! NASCAR www.ShopDiscountTravelCenter.com 1-866-727-9805 Discount Prices, "Never Discount Service We only use major Air.. Hotels. 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Frank James-SkyLine Scholarship Ten scholarships with a total value of $22,500 are scheduled to be awarded this spring to children of SkyLine members to assist them with the cost of a college education. Five $1,000 scholarships, re­ newable up to four years, will be awarded to students who will attend a four-year col­ lege or university. Five $500 scholarships, renewable up to two years, will be presented I to students who will attend a two-year community/techni­ cal college. The program, which was established by the Board of Directors in 1987, is named in memory of Frank James, longtime SkyLine board mem­ ber and former president , who served as a teacher, princi­ pal and later superintendent of Ashe County Schools. To qualify, applicants must be children of current SkyLine members (of at least one year), and be graduating se­ niors at a public high school in the co-op's five-county service area (Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Watauga and Johnson). The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of scho­ lastic achievement, financial need, demonstrated leadership and community involvement. Area guidance departments have established deadlines f o r scholarship applications a t their respective schools. FRS Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. This June, SkyLine will sponsor two high school juniors to be among over 100 students to attend the Foundation for Rural Service's Youth Tour to Washington, D.C. Now in its 13th year, the FRS Tour brings rural stu­ dents from across the United States to Washington, D.C. for a four-day visit from June 2 through 6 to some of the most historical sites in the nation. While here, students also learn about the telecommuni­ cations industry, as well as the regulatory and legislative pro­ cesses. Educational sessions on these topics are greatly enhanced by both site visits to the U.S. Capitol and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, in addition to meetings with in­ dustry leaders and members of Congress. The students also are giv­ en ample time to explore the Nation's Capital and its many attractions. While here, the group visits such sites as the Lincoln and Jefferson Memo­ rials; the Korean, Vietnam munity involvement through II Me­ volunteer activities. morials; Mount Vernon, home The application deadline is of George Washington; the Monday, April 9. Smithsonian Museums; and Cooperative Leadership much more. Conference To be eligible to apply, the The 2007 N.C7S.C. Cooper­ student's parents must be ative Leadership Conference SkyLine members or SkyBest is a five-day leadership devel­ Communications' telephone opment program scheduled service customers of at least from June 18 through 22 at one year, and the student White Lake, N.C. Sponsored must meet the following pro­ by the Cooperative Council gram requirements: of North Carolina and mem­ • be a junior a t a public high ber cooperatives from across school in the co-op's five-coun­ North and South Carolina, the conference features work­ ty service area; • write a letter of application, shops, speakers, recreation including future plans beyond and small group sessions that high school; center around the cooperative • submit a 500-word essay on way of doing business. This one of three selected topics; year's conference promises • have a minimum 3.25 to be a fun week with lots of grade-point-average (GPA); leadership development and • obtain a letter of recom­ fellowship opportunities for mendation from a teacher or young people. 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Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 22 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 20 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-03-16 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/b9a5b97a1d6b7cdc591a2d90ed0ba718.pdf 5120fb0cd923ac1f9b9385d5ba88e8fd PDF Text Text • Local AAU teams host tourney Tuesday page 6 March 20, 2007 • Lightning wins Roundball Classic 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 6 • Girls Got Game camp information Volume 82, Issue 23 page 7 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Search continues for lost scout by Jim Thompson Editor The search for a missing Boy Scout entered its third day Monday morning. The only good news for the over 100 searchers who made ready to re-enter the woods in Doughton Park was the weather. Alter two bitter nights, the temperature in this remote area on the Wil­ kes-Alleghany line was sup­ posed to rise into the 50s dur­ ing the day. Michael Auberry, 12, of Greensboro, was on an over­ night camping trip with nine other Boy Scouts and four adult leaders. The group hiked to a primitive camp­ ground near the area where Doughton Park—part of the Blue Ridge Parkway—bor­ ders Stone Mountain State Park in Wilkes County. The first night passed without in­ cident. On Saturday, morning all the boys except Auberry— who apparently wanted to sleep a little longer—left on a hike. One of the adult leaders remained behind with him. Between 12:30 and 1 p.m. that afternoon, the rest of the party returned and all of them, including Auberry, had lunch. Shortly after this, the scouts noticed Auberry was missing. After an unsuc­ cessful search of about half an hour, the adult leaders Photo courtesy of NPS Michael Auberry, 12, of Greensboro, has been miss­ ing since Saturday. contacted park rangers. The search began. By the end of the day Sat­ urday, over 130 rescue work­ ers, law enforcement officials, rangers and others were on the scene, searching for the boy. On the ground, track­ ing dogs tried to sniff out his trail. In the air, a State High­ way Patrol helicopter hov­ ered, using an infrared sen­ sor designed to pick out "hot spots"—which could mean a person. The search continued through Saturday night and throughout the day Sunday, with a growing roster of coun­ ties, including Ashe, involved. Clues began to filter in. Within a mile of the camp, the lower portion of Auberry's mess kit was discovered, along with some discarded food wrappers. This happened about 4 a.m. Saturday morn­ ing. Later, a searcher found a spot where it appeared some­ one had sat and drawn in the dirt with a stick. Footprints thought to be Auberry's were found. Authorities believe he was heading in a southwest direction, which could have taken him into the Thurmond Chatham Game Land, which adjoins Doughton Park. Darkness Sunday evening brought no further progress. The search was curtailed, as authorities believed it was too dangerous to have over 100 people in the woods because of the steep and sometimes treacherous terrain. As they had Saturday night, tempera­ tures dropped into the lower 20s. According to Auberry's mother, Debbie Hayes, the boy was wearing a heavy red outer coat and an inner fleece coat, and had gloves and a hat with him. At the time he was last seen, he was wearing a Tar Heels baseball cap. Phys­ ically, he is five feet, four inch­ es tall, weighs approximately 110 pounds, has brown curly hair and wears glasses. Authorities expected two new dog teams and backup from six more counties to ar­ rive on the scene Monday to assist in the search. Wresders turn out to help son of slain buddy by Jim Thompson Editor Tim Shatley loved wres­ tling—and his fellow wres­ tlers. On Saturday, March 24, some of those wrestlers will pay tribute to their mur­ dered buddy and help raise money to put his son through college. Sparta Elementary School will be the scene of the Sec­ ond Annual Tim Shatley Me­ morial Wrestling event. Some the region's top wrestlers will be on hand for the event. Topping the ticket as the main event will be an APW World Tag Team Match, pit­ ting the champions, Texas Outlaw and Black C^t, against U.S. Express. Other highlights of the evening will be an APW World Heavyweight Cham­ pionship Match between The Fallen Angel, the present champion, and challenger T. Money. Champion Major Havoc will face Chappell in an Em­ pire Heavyweight Champi­ onship Match. Post file photo Christopher Daniels, aka "The Fallen Angel," will be among the wrestlers competing Saturday night in Sparta. Tickets for the event are $6 in advance and $7 at the door. The tribute to Tim Shatley will begin at 6:30 p.m., and the wrestling will get under­ way at 8 p.m. Advance tickets may be purchased by contacting Tim's mother, Inez Reeves, at 336-372-6690. All proceeds will benefit the college fund that has been established for Tim's son. Shatley was a student at Wilkes Community Col­ lege and a chef when he was gunned down at the New River Bridge on N.C. 16 in Crumpler in November 2005. Authorities are still seeking leads in the unsolved case. Post photo by Linda Burchette Children and staff at Little Angel's Child Care Center in West Jefferson enjoyed a visit from a leprechaun on Friday who came all the way from the Emerald Isle to help the children celebrate St. Patrick's Day which came on Saturday. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated March 17 by the Irish and folks of Irish descent In honor of St. Patrick who brought Christianity to Ireland. The leprechaun at Little Angel's handed out treat bags to the children including "gold" coins and a poem, which said in part: "I thought I saw a leprechaun jump behind a tree. When I stooped to take a peek, nothing could I see. But as I turned to walk away, I heard a tiny sneeze, and there I saw a leprechaun hiding in the leaves." Cold weather can depress, but exercise helps by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Wintertime can be de­ pressing for many people. The dark, cold days can lead to a seasonal type disorder that is treatable, but the season can make things worse for people who suffer with depression. The official start of spring this week is a great time to recognize the symptoms of depression and find ways to combat this illness. An exer­ cise regimen might be just the thing. Martin Little is owner of Little's Health and Fitness Center in West Jefferson and a leading member of the 100 Man Campaign to help men in the Ashe County commu­ nity deal with depression and its causes. He would suggest exercise as a first step in de­ veloping a healthier lifestyle and a more positive outlook. "Studies have shown that the runner's high is an actual physiological thing going on, enhancing chemical endor­ phins in the brain that make you feel good," Little said. "It's more than mental, that good feeling. It's an actual physical process." "Just knowing you are do­ ing something good for your­ Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classiiied@jeffer8onpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com self makes you feel better," he said. "It's a huge step in the right direction, taking care of your physical self. I know how I feel about it personally. Gen­ erally I can understand how a drug addict feels if they need their fix. I literally go through withdrawals if I can't work out for a few days. I think that re­ ally flows over into all aspects of your life. You feel better about yourself and confidence in your job goes up and rela­ tionships can improve. If you feel good physically and feel better about yourself, every­ thing's going to improve." Little said he learned that for himself, getting up early to make sure he gets in his daily workout makes his whole day better. He feels more confi­ dent and is more productive. He stays busy with several jobs, including helping others train in fitness levels, so it's important for him to feel good in order to help others. For those who don't think exercise would help, or might feel it's too difficult, Little suggests making a small ef­ fort just to see what a differ­ ence it can make. "First, you have to have a part of you that wants to im­ prove," he said. "Then I would Consortium wins promotion award The Northwest College Tech Prep Consortium was honored with the Silver award in the "Promo­ tion of College Tech Prep" category at the 2007 North Carolina College Tech Prep Conference on March 7. The award recognizes clear and effective efforts by schools to promote and disseminate information about their CTP Program (plans, goals, successes, or projects). This award recognizes the best efforts in marketing to all stakeholders. "Build a Career Path to the Future" is a twentyeight page planning guide developed by the Consor­ tium (Alleghany, Ashe, Wilkes County Schools, Wil­ encourage them by saying, if you don't think it would help, try it for a month and see. Take small steps. It would be the same for someone who is depressed as for someone who is not. You have to get into an exercise regimen and take small steps. If you try too much at once you may get discouraged. It doesn't matter what someone else tells you though, you have to want to do it for yourself." Get inspired to seek more physical fitness by logging onto the President's Coun­ cil on Physical Fitness and Sports at www.fitnes8.gov. This site offers information on how to start an exercise regimen and stay fit for life. To really start to make an impact, Little suggests giving a lifestyle change, exercise and proper eating 12 weeks. Those who are honest with themselves, he said, should see quite a difference. Lazi­ ness on the other hand, is a different matter. That may take even more willpower to overcome. "Feeling better is not rocket science," Little said. "I use that phrase a lot. Before people had sedentary jobs and processed foods became a kes Community College) for high school students, parents, and community leaders in the consortium. The guide provides information specific to high school courses and degree offerings in a community college and/or college/university in ten career pathways. The purpose of the planning guide is to increase awareness of Career and Technical Education!CTE) programs with students and parents, expose them to career options, and provide pathway information that would assist them in mapping their future and continuation of education with a two or four year de­ gree. North Carolina high school requirements are listed along with electives for career and technical courses leading to appropriate degrees in commu­ staple in people's diets, people moved more out of necessity. If you don't seek out a struc­ tured exercise program in your daily life, you won't get it. It's all about choices. Start slow and make wise choices." As an example of how to start, Little suggests replac­ ing one soft drink and pastry or sugary food every day with a glass of water and exercis­ ing for 30 minutes by walking or doing mild aerobics. This will cut 500 calories a day and lead to the loss of one pound of fat per week. Building up gradually to fewer calories in the diet and more exercise will lead to weight loss and improved fitness. Few things make a person feel better about themselves than to lose weight and feel stronger. "The bottom line is it doesn't matter if it's a physi­ ological thing or a physical thing, if it works it's good," Little said. "Even if you just think it's doing you good, then its working. Whatever you do, if it makes you feel better, it's working." Little has owned and op­ erated the fitness center in West Jefferson since 1981. He said he found a love for workSee Exercise, page 5 nity colleges and potential four year degrees. Each high school in the consortium has used the planning guide as part of their registration process. The Consortium has presented this planning guide at two national conferences as well as the North Carolina CTP Conference. College Tech Prep is a course of study designed to meet the need for high school graduates to have more technically-oriented educational backgrounds. Participants in College Tech Prep are consortia con­ sisting of at least one community college, one high school, and industry partners. College Tech Prep is funded through the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 1998. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Leroy Mansfield Jarvis Jefferson August 28, 1923 March 12, 2007 Mr. Leroy Mansfield Jarvis, age 83 of Jefferson, died Monday at Margate Health & Rehab Center. Mr Jarvis was born August 28, 1923 in Ashe County to the late Frank and Addie Comer Jarvis. In ad­ dition to his parents he was preceded in death by sisters: Ethel Holman, Hazel Jarvis, Pauline Houck and Peggy Miller and a brother: Fred Jarvis. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m., Thursday, March 15, 2007 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. J. D. Wal­ ton and Rev. Jack Pugh of­ ficiated. Burial followed in the Calloway Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Wednesday, March 14th at Badger Funer­ al Home. Mr. Jarvis is survived by one sister, Myrtle Howell of West Jefferson; several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Oscar Dale DeBord grandchildren; two great­ grandchildren; one brother, Raymond DeBord of Madison, Va. Mr. Oscar Dale DeBord, Funeral services were con­ age 80, of 8721 Hwy. 93, Piney ducted at 3 p.m. on Friday, Creek, died at his home on March 16th at the GrandTuesday, March 13, 2007. He view Memorial Chapel. was the son of the late Charles Burial followed in the White­ and Jenny Debord. head Joines Cemetery in the He is survived by his wife, Whitehead Community. Mili­ Reva Rector DeBord of the tary rites were conducted by home; one daughter, Colleen Bruce Wayne Osborne VFW Bradshaw of Hickory; three Post #7034. The family re­ sons and daughters-in-law, ceived friends one hour prior Danny and Betty DeBord to the service. Flowers will be of Clarksville, Tenn., Tim accepted or memorials may be and Deana DeBord of Mill­ made to Hospice of Alleghany, ers Creek, Mark and Angie P.O. Box 1287, Sparta, N.C. DeBord of Piney Creek; twelve 28675. Piney Creek Died March 13, 2007 Fred Emmett Lewis Mr. Lewis is survived by one son, Richard Miller of North Wilkesboro, N.C.; five daughters, Melissa Church and Carolyn Lewis, both of North Wilkesboro, N.C., Cath­ erine Davis of Lenoir, N.C., Crystal Mullis of West Jeffer­ son, N.C., and Chasidy Hewitt of Hickory, N.C.; two brothers, Clyde and Henry Lewis, both of Creston, N.C. Also surviv­ ing are 15 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 1 step great-grandchild and several nieces and nephews. The family would like to send their special thanks out to a very special thanks to a very special nephew, Ivey Lewis for the care of Fred Lewis. He will always re­ member you. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. Lenoir, N.C. June 24, 1934 March 11,2007 Fred Emmett Lewis, age 72, of Lenoir, NC, formerly of Ashe County, N.C., died Sun­ day, March 11, 2007 at his home. Mr. Lewis was born June 24, 1934 in Ashe Coun­ ty, N.C. to the late Joe and Callie Woodridge Lewis. He was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church. He enjoyed Bluegrass music and played the banjo and guitar. Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 14,2007 at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel in Jefferson, N.C. Reverend Spencer Roark and Reverend Avery Roark officiated. Buri­ al followed in the Lewis Cem­ etery in Creston, N.C. The family received friends from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Wednesday prior to the funeral service at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Flowers will be accepted. Vivian Esther Needham day, March 15th prior to the service. Ms. Needham is survived by her Mother, Eula Massey Needham of Crumpler; sis­ ter, Sandra Haile and hus­ band, Charles of Germanton, N.C.; uncles, Lane Massey of Crumpler, N.C. and Neal Massey of Bel Air, Md.; aunts, Doris Fowler of Bel Air, Md. and Goldie Richardson of Stewartstown, Pa.; special nephew, Travis Allen Haile of Germanton, N.C.; several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Donna Mae Sullivan Jones prior to the funeral service at Badger Funeral Home. Mrs. Jones is survived by three sons, Boyd Jones of Jefferson, Lloyd Jones of West Jefferson, Kyle Jones of Kernersville; three daugh­ ters, Mary Sexton of Lansing, Colleen Buchanan of Johnson City, Tenn., Jeanette Barker of Warrensville; one sister, Blanche Graham of Germanton, N.C.; 12 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers and food are ac­ cepted or memorials may be made to the Ashe Services for the aging: PO Box9, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694. You may send the family your condolences through our website www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home of West Jefferson was entrusted with Mrs. Jones' arrange­ ments. Crumpler October 16, 1949 March 12, 2007 Ms. Vivian Esther Needham, age 57 of Crumpler, died Monday, March 12, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. Ms. Needham was born October 16, 1949 in Forsyth County to Joseph and Eula Massey Needham. She was preceded in death by her father. Funeral services were held at 8 p.m., Thursday, March 15, 2007 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Lloyd Day officiated. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., Thurs­ Warrensville February 12, 1910 March 16, 2007 Mrs. Donna Mae Sullivan Stevens officiating. The family received friends Jones age 97 of Warrensville from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday, died Friday, March 16, 2007 March 10,2007 at Badger Fu­ at Segraves Care Center. Mrs. Jones was born in Lansing on neral Home. Mrs. Bruner is survived by February 12, 1910 to the late her husband, Richard Brun­ Warren and Fannie Thomp­ er; one son, Richard Thomas son Sullivan. Including her Bruner of Charlotte, N.C.; parents she was preceded in one daughter, Melinda Ruth death by her husband, Ora Bruner of Hickory, N.C.; one Eli Jones, two brothers; Odell sister, Judy Price Wells of and Ora Sullivan; two sisters, Creston, N.C.; three nephews, Trevia Graham and Edna Edward and Douglas Price, Little. Funeral services were held and Edwin Wells; and one Sunday, March 18, 2007 at 2 niece, Melissa Fleming. You may email your condo­ p.m. at Badger Funeral Home lences to the family through Chapel with Rev. Wayne Os­ our website www.badgerfu- borne officiating. Burial fol­ lowed in Ashelawn Memorial neralhome.com. Gardens. Badger Funeral Home is The family received friends in charge of these arrange­ from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Sunday ments. Betty Jean Price Bruner Creston May 31, 1933 March 8, 2007 Mrs. Betty Jean Price Bruner age 73 of Creston died Thursday, March 8, 2007 at her home. Mrs. Bruner was born May 31,1933 in Creston, NC to the late Otis and Ruth Lewis Price. In addition to Biddie Houck Main. She was her parents she was preceded a Homemaker. in death by her brother Louis She was preceded in death Edward Price. She volun­ by her parents, a son, David teered at Blue Ridge Elemen­ Lee and a grandson, Claude tary as a foster grandparent Moretz. which she dearly loved. She is survived by her hus­ Graveside services were band, Claude Burl Miller; six held Sunday, March 11, 2007 sons, Robert Miller and wife, at 11 a.m. at Lewis Cemetery Barbara, Ronnie Miller and in Creston with Rev. Tommy wife, Kim, Lonnie Miller and wife, Jennie, Larry Miller and wife, Betty, Dennis Mill­ er and Austin Miller, all of Fleetwood; four daughters, Edith Worley and husband, Brannon, of Todd, Linda Hop­ kins and husband, Kermit, of Betty Moretz and Martha Pearl Main Fleetwood,Carroll, of Boone husband, Miller and Barbara Walton and hus­ Fleetwood band, J.D., of West Jefferson; March 19,1935 four brothers, Dean Main, March 15,2007 Glen Main and Tom Main, Mrs. Martha Pearl Main Miller, age 71, of Fleetwood, all of Todd and Billy Main, of died Thursday morning, West Jefferson; three sisters, Ethel Wood, of King George, March 15, 2007 at Watauga Virginia, Mary Pruitt, of Medical Center. Charlotte and Margie Miller, Funeral services were held of Crumpler; a special sis­ on Saturday, March 17, 2007 ter-in-law, Mary Belle Main, at 2 p.m. at Blackburn Taber­ of Boone; seventeen grand­ nacle Church with Rev. Bruce children; eight great-grand­ Miller and Dr. Dean Simpson children; several nieces and officiating. Burial followed in nephews also survive. the Miller Family Cemetery. Pick the winner of the race & win You may give the family The family received friends your condolences at our web­ from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Fri­ Pick the top three finishers & win site www.boonefuneralhome. day, March 16, 2007 at the com. church. Boone Family Funeral Mrs. Miller was born in Home of West Jefferson is Official Jefferson Post / NASCAR Watauga County on March in charge of these arrange­ 19, 1935 to the late Thomas Pit Stop for Prizes Entry Form ments. Marvin Main and the late You may view the current obituaries on-line at jeffersonpost.com Get your pit crew ready for the ' Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOR PRIZES. Race Randall Keith Trivette Creston May 29, 1975 March 16, 2007 Mr. Randall Keith Trivette age 31 of Creston died Friday, March 16, 2007 at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. Mr. Trivette was born in Caldwell County, N.C. on May 29 1975 to Ci­ cero "Jack"Trivette and Ruth Hamby Trivette. Funeral services were held on Monday, March 19, 2007 at 7 p.m. at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Harlan Greer, Rev. Anthony Roark and Rev. Michael Trivette. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at 1 p.m. at the Trivette Cemetery. The family received friends from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Monday, March 19,2007 at Badger Fu­ neral Home. Mr. Trivette is survived by his wife, Nancy Justice Guy Tanner Badger, III Jacksonville, Fla. Died: March 10, 2007 Family, friends and co­ workers honored and cel­ ebrated Guy Badger's life on March 14, 2007 at HardageGiddens Funeral Home in Jacksonville, Florida. Guy went home to be with his Sav­ ior on March 10. He was a lov­ ing husband, selfless father and patient grandfather. He was a caring son and brother. He was born in Jefferson, North Carolina in 1949. He started his career with Pru­ dential Insurance Company in High Point, North Caro­ lina in 1969. At his death, he was a Systems Director at Trivette; one son, Dillon Trivette of Mtn City, Tenn.; two daughters, Samantha Trivette and Ashley Trivette both of Mtn City, Tenn.; his father and step mother, Jack and Brenda Trivette of Lenoir; his mother, Ruth Hamby Trivette of Cres­ ton; his grandmother, Viola Trivette of Creston; three brothers, Michael Trivette of Creston, Steve Hamby of Lenoir and Larry Trivette of Mtn City, Tenn.; two sisters, Margaret Nichols of Lenoir, Brenda Campbell of Elizabethton, Tenn., several nieces and nephews also survive. Memorials may be made to the family c/o Badger Funeral Home PO Box 139, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694. You may send your condo­ lences to the family through our website www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. Trivette's arrangements. Prudential in Jacksonville, Florida. He was a sailor at heart and enjoyed this pas­ sion with his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Chris Badger, daughters Taylor Polk and Holly Bad­ ger, and his three grandchil­ dren, Matthew Dennis, Grant Polk and Reece Badger. He is also survived by his mother, Retha Salamanchuk, his sis­ ters Sheila Beaudry, Sherry Shapiro, Sharlene Lambert, and Sharon Blevins, and his brother, Tim Badger. Guy is remembered for his lead­ ership ability, his genuine concern for others, and his steady hand on the helm at home and at work. Donations can be made to North Florida Cruising Club in his honor. j HJS \yEEK>s B ONUS T OTAL $20! WRHSViYFflTSStM the bonus! mRRUUJLlMM *Unless Won in Previous Race Food City S00 Bristol Motor Speedway 3-25-07 Race Winner Your Address Phone # TIE BREAKER: (Please guess the average speed of the race winner in miles per hour) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson PIT STOP FOR PRI2E9 RULE? 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win -A. RACE WINNER - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer cor­ rectly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the $20. B. BONUS POINTS -- Pick the top three drivers in order of finish and you win the bonus. The bonus amount starts at $20. If nobody wins the bonus for that particular race, then that amount rolls over to the next race, in addition to the $20 added already. In the event of a tie, the person guessing clos­ est to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the bonus points.* 5. All entries must be received in the office of the Jefferson Post no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. 6. In the event no one picks the correct winner of the race, the $20 amount for that race will also be added to the bonus points total for the next race. No Purchase Necessary to Win 'Bonus amount subject to change based on prior contest. ,ontest ts made possible treat sponsors WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET AN AMERICAN Parker Tie Company Inc. Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 REVOLUTION www.parkertie.doitbest.com West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Jeep • Dodge (336) 246-2611 King of tho Mountain New 2007 2000 West US Rem 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 SXT4X2 Wilkesboro, NC $13,888 866-380-2458 Be sure to watch the food City 500 on Sunday, March 25th and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, March 30,h edition for the winner information on this race. �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ MARCH 20, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS New York mountain town bans wind turbines (Editor's note: The follow­ ing is a press release from the Alliance for Bovina, a grassroots citizens' organiza­ tion that has opposed corpo­ rate wind development in the Catskill Mountains of central New York State. We believe it is of interest to local residents in light of the current wind turbine controversy here, as is the group's website, www.allianceforbovina.org) In an historic vote on March 13, 2007, after months of controversy and research, the Bovina Town Board banned wind turbines from this scenic Catskill town. Bovina is the first town in the Catskills to take a clear position against industrial wind development. The Bo­ vina vote follows a twelve­ month moratorium during which residents made their views known to town officials through open meetings spon­ sored by the board, hundreds of letters, a town survey, a petition, and a poll sponsored by industrial wind opponents. The vote was three in favor of a ban, one opposed. About six­ ty people attended the public hearing before the vote. "We see this vote as a sign that democracy can work," said Larry Karam, co-director and counsel of the Alliance for Bovina, which organized against industrial-scale tur­ bines. "The great majority of people in this town opposed large wind turbines, they spoke up, and the town board and town supervisor listened. Our town board deserves its share of the credit for what has been accomplished." The wind turbine issue has heated up across the region as large wind developers, eager to take advantage of federal and state incentives, have secretly signed agreements with local landowners to site industrial wind turbines on the area's scenic mountain ridges. Since New York is a "home rule" state, the small rural towns where these proj­ ects are being proposed are forced to address this complex issue on their own, expending great amounts of time and energy. Bovina has shown it­ self to be a small giant by op­ posing wind development and asserting its right to home rule. Hundreds of residents have contributed to the effort. Town Board members who voted for the ban cited public opinion as their main consid­ eration. Hall Willkie, co-director of the Alliance for Bovina, explained that the Alliance was formed to help concerned citizens organize their opposi­ tion to corporate wind devel­ opers targeting the Catskills. "When we first learned of the threat of these huge wind projects in February 2006," says Willkie, "developers had already signed leases with property owners on ridges stretching across four towns. We were playing catch up. We could see that projects had moved forward quickly in oth­ er parts of New York where there was no opposition. Most of our constituents supported alternative energy but felt that clusters of 410-foot-tall wind turbines would be inap­ propriate for this scenic area. There were strong concerns about views, health, safety, noise, and property values. The Alliance polled the entire town and found 83 percent opposed having industrial wind turbines here. Our ef­ forts focused on making sure the voice of the majority was heard." PUBLIC COMMENTS Some of those attending the public hearing asked for changes to the draft law before the vote. Six speakers asked that turbines for residential use be allowed, claiming that as an individual right. Larry Karam said the Alliance for Bovina had steadily support­ ed small wind turbines (un­ der 125 feet) for home use. As for the draft law's exemption for farms, he asked that it be strengthened to close possible loopholes. Peter Henner, at­ torney for the Alliance for Bovina, asked that the law be clarified to allow only one turbine per farm in the case of an agricultural exemption. The Town Board decided, however, to vote on the draft law as written and they made no changes. STATEMENTS BY THE BOARD Before voting, each board member made a state­ ment. Tina Mole', Bovina Town Supervisor, said she was voting for the ban based on public opinion and existing zoning law. Chuck Mcintosh and Ken Brown both sup­ ported wind as an alternative energy but said they would vote for a ban to represent the majority of the town. Randy Inman said he could not vote for a ban because he felt in­ dustrial wind development would provide needed energy and revenue without adverse impacts, based on what he had learned at Tug Hill, the largest wind project in New York. Mcintosh, Brown and Inman also said they found those opposed to industrial wind development had been insulting and intimidating towards the Town Board. To the contrary, the Alliance for Bovina feels that those sup­ porting a ban of industrial wind development simply exercised their rights as citi­ zens, generally, in a thought­ ful, respectful manner. Many observers have found Town Board members unwilling to engage in constructive dia­ logue on this issue and this Food Lion honored for support of Guard/Reserve SALISBURY, N.C. - For four years, employers all over the country have been impact­ ed by members of the National Guard and Reserve fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan. To show its ongoing support of such employees, Food Lion is having its stores formally sign and display Statements of Support. Food Lion began with its 492 North Carolina stores in August 2006 and expects to have them completed by the end ofApril 2007. Over 325 had been done as of early March. A similar effort is under way in Tennessee, and the company plans to conduct store signings in the other nine states where it operates (Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia and Pennsylvania). "Food Lion was the first major corporation in North Carolina to really 'get it' by signing a corporate statement of support (in 2003)," says Johnny Dwiggins, executive director of North Carolina's Committee for Employer Sup­ port of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), a voluntary Depart­ ment of Defense organization assisting Food Lion with the signings. "They led the way, and now they are going store by store. They are pushing their show of support down to the grassroots." The signings are to raise awareness among employees, says Pat Fulcher, vice president of associate services for Food Lion and executive sponsor of the company's Military and Veterans Personnel Business Resource Group. "We want an understanding in our entire company as to how much we support our military, specifi­ cally our National Guard and Reserve, who are called up out of normal life to serve our country. This is about support­ ing our associates." Since the Iraq War began, Food Lion had as many as 78 associates deployed at one time, Fulcher says. One was Steve Petty, a human resourc­ es manager who served in Iraq and is leading the signing effort outside North Carolina. "When I came back to Food Lion after being deployed, I had the most renewed vigor and passion for the organi­ zation," says the Marine re­ servist. "I was already a loyal employee, but the way the organization treated me and my family — they have an em­ ployee for life." Store Manager Wayne Grubb held the signing at his store in Welcome, N.C., dur­ ing a routine meeting called a "huddle." But when he saw the looks on the faces of associates he knew the signing was any­ thing but routine. 'They were very apprecia­ tive," he says. "A lot didn't re­ alize how involved Food Lion is in terms of supporting these troops. It heightened aware­ ness. They thought it was great." Food Lion LLC is a subsid­ iary of Brussels-based Delhaize Group (NYSE: DEG). Food Lion LLC operates more than 1,200 supermarkets, either directly or through af­ filiated entities, under the names of Food Lion, Bloom, Bottom Dollar Food, Harveys and Reid's. These stores meet local customer needs and pref­ erences for the freshest and best quality products. Food Lion LLC employs approxi­ mately 73,000 associates in 11 southeastern and mid-Atlan­ tic states. W Commitment Compassion Community Josh Rotcn Local Owner m ASHELAWN HfMOMAl CHAPEL. GARDENS. * MAUSOIEUM 3470 U.S. Highway 221 North • Jaffaraon, NC 336-082-2121 & BADGER F U N E R A L H O M E 300 N. Main St.—Wait Jaffaraon 336-246-7114 Itie peopCe zvfio care! Locally owned and operated. has isolated them unneces­ sarily from their constitu­ ents. WIND LAWS IN THE CATSKILLS Bovina's new law, which is an amendment to its zoning law, bans all wind turbines (both commer­ cial and residential) but al­ lows for wind turbines used to power a local farm, a right that is granted by the state of New York. The law goes into effect once it is recorded with the New York Department of State. Bovina is now one of a handful of upstate New York towns to ban commercial wind development—and the first in the Catskills. Others Catskill towns soon will have to make their own decisions. In Andes, the Planning Board has recommended banning commercial wind turbines but allowing residential and farm turbines; the Town Board is expected to concur. In Stamford, Invenergy, LLC has proposed a 34 turbine project which appears to have the support of town officials although local opposition is strong. In Meredith, where opposition to wind develop­ ment is also strong, town of­ ficials appear to be split. The Alliance for Bovina actively supports those working to ban commercial wind devel­ opment in these neighboring towns. Tom Craveiro, co-director of the Alliance for Bovina, sees the vote as part of a broad movement to head off inappropriate wind develop­ ment. Craveiro said "I believe the vote to ban commercial wind turbines in Bovina will encourage other towns in our area to do the same. Bovina was fortunate because our comprehensive plan and zon­ ing ordinances made it clear that industrial wind devel­ opment was not part of the community's vision for itself. Rather, our goal is to pre­ serve the town's scenic, rural and agricultural character. Neighboring towns without zoning lack this guidance. We have benefited greatly from the efforts of those before us who gave Bovina a blueprint for the future. But it is up to each generation to be good stewards of the land and that is what we have done here. Time will tell if other Catskill towns will stand up to power­ ful wind developers and do the same." 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(excluding holiday weekends) Riverside Canoe, Crumpler 15% off canoe, kayak or tube rental / 10% off camping cabins Zaloo's Canoes, Jefferson $3 off any canoe/kayak trip on Sunday - Friday (excluding holidays) 828-754-9000 828-758-4421 276-236-3221 828-728-4600 828-264-6959 828-263-0507 336-359-2267 336-982-9439 800-535-4027 SPECIALTY Dogs, Horses, and Other Pets by Debbie, Sparta Regularly scheduled appointments (every 4 wks) receive 20% discount / refer 5 friends who schedule appointments and receive 50% discount on one grooming. Hunters Ridge Boarding kennel, Sparta Free nail trim ($10 value) or free bath w/7 days boarding Lee's Trees, West Jefferson $5 off each tree purchased Mount Jefferson Motors, Jefferson $100 off any vehicle in stock Town and Country Greenhouses & Florist, Lenoir 10% discount off entire purchase Trapper Mike, Blowing Rock (wildlife damage control) 10% off all regular rates Watauga Humane Society Dog Park, Boone (1) free day pass per family per year 336-372-2039 336-372-2700 336-846-1288 336-846-1778 828-758-0733 828-295-6522 828-264-7865 Membership matters �Public Opinion PAGE 4 TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2007 "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Immigration court to open We have mixed feelings tural skills. So the impact about the news last week of "sweeps" there would be that an immigration court relatively minimal. Why we are concerned is will open in the state in the because the impact would fall. Sen. Elizabeth Dole, R- not be so minimal here. Ask NC, and Charlotte's Rep. any Christmas tree farmer, Sue Myrick, R-NC, had as a starting point. This pushed for the court, the critical industry, which first of its kind in our is the only thing keeping our agricultural sector state. On the plus side, the afloat, depends heavily on new court will allow legal migrant and immigrant immigrants to more easily labor. Then look around our move towards citizenship. retail stores. If we suddenly At present, they must go to did not have most of the Atlanta to take care of parts Hispanic customers, would of the process that will soon Wal-Mart be able to stay be handled in this state. In open? Would other major addition, the new court will stores? These are legitimate make the process of deport­ questions which need to be ing aliens who commit considered. The future of crimes much faster—which this county may depend on is a good thing. The sooner them. Yes, we are aware that we sort the criminals from illegal immigrants are here the honest men and women who come here, the better illegally. But, because of the failure of the federal gov­ for everyone. As for the negative side, ernment to act, these folks we are concerned that Sen. have been integrated into Dole and Rep. Myrick hope our local community, and to use the court's pres­ the dollars they earn form ence to initiate widespread an important part of our sweeps to arrest and deport economy. While Charlotte illegal aliens. On this issue, might be able to afford the the view from the cities loss, we are not sure West where they live—especially Jefferson can. What is needed is Charlotte—is a lot different action by the president than in this county. Charlotte, with its vast and Congress to find an and booming commercial equitable solution to this sector, can afford to have a long-term issue. As legisla­ small portion of its popula­ tion works its way through tion removed by deporta­ Capitol Hill, rural counties tion. There is no farming such as Ashe must ipake in that city that requires sure their situations are employees with agricul- considered. LIY TTF£S RONS PAGFC 1 STO ON WW HILARY'S HEKHTTPPLNG BFFTTTTSFTFT WFLPS THE EWATRETIC. LISTENING NOP THE DftWUEVING. SQUINT T NOP the pvtifol acknowledgment NOP THE STERN. DEFERENTIAL. NOP THE ASKED-FOR-THEthousandth-time-about NER-HJAR-VOTE NOP THE BU)SR\N& NOP "erson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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Just remember To the Editor: This is an open letter to the people in West Jefferson that oppose an ABC store or stores in the city limits. The vote has been cast and that can't be changed. What I want the people who did not take the time to vote to remember, when there is an increase in lawlessness, people killed in the community due to domes­ tic abuse, drunk driving, rob­ bery and break ins, that we need to look, what can hap­ pen when people will not take time to stand up for what they believe in. "IF YOU DONT STAND FOR SOMETHING, YOU WILL FALL FOR ANY­ THING." Yes, I voted against the sale of alcohol, but I didn't make a stand by being seen on Saturday protesting my feeling. We all need to open our eyes and take part in our town and county government, if we want a safe community to live in. Virginia M. Van Lewen West Jefferson Wind turbine coverage To the Editor: Thank you for your su­ perb coverage of the "wind T0UTOCKAU3TJ* \ ITH^WllKW To\hiwrrff,PEED— j UH.ITWNM IN ANT A SECOND OPINION- ASU employees, why should Ashe County bear the burden of "wind turbine" complexes? As so many others have said: If ASU thinks "wind tur­ bine" complexes are so won­ derful, they should put them on some of their ridges. If they like them, perhaps we will be­ gin to like them as well. Mick Phillips Letters to the Editor turbine" controversy. I would like to add my "two cents" to the debate: The wind map of Watauga County shows it to be a better place for wind tur­ bines than most of the other mountain counties. Also, Ap­ palachian State University is located there. Watauga Coun­ ty reaps the benefit of enor­ mous expenditures of our tax dollars for construction and operation of fabulous build­ ings and incredible salaries of hundreds of professors and ABC vote To the Editor: Regarding the referendum for which we were invited to vote "yes" or "no" concerning the sale of mixed drinks or the operation of an ABC store in Ashe County, I'm getting tired of people saying how unfortunate it was that more voted "yes" than "no." Let me ask those who were opposed to the referendum if they contacted anyone about voting "no." A 33 percent turnout is terrible enough, but each of the persons op­ posed could have swung the vote in their favor if he or she could have convinced another voter to vote "no." If the "nos" didn't at least try to beat the "yes" side, they have no one to blame but themselves. William Wheatley West Jefferson Some good news for Duke University sors from RALEIGH - On March 13, a variety the anniversary of the Duke of disci­ lacrosse party that led to a na­ plines to tional uproar and a notorious teach a Nifonging, the release of a sig­ theme of nificant new study prompted academic praise for Duke University for content. its leadership in higher educa­ The 30 tion. partici­ Coincidence? Yes. The report pating didn't come from the PR shop at freshmen Duke. Its author was Dr. Rus­ take two sell Nieli, a Duke graduate who John Hood of four now teaches at Princeton Uni­ versity, and its publisher was classes in the Focus theme, the Pope Center for Higher Ed­ plus a special writing semi­ nar. The students also live to­ ucation Policy (on whose board I serve). That they happened to gether in a common dormitory praise Duke's leaders on a day and meet weekly with faculty that many critics were excoriat­ and a guest speaker to share ing them on a different matter a meal and thought-provoking was merely a fortuitous pallia­ conversation. For example, 30 Duke freshmen recently formed tive. Nieli examined two pro­ a Focus group on the theme of grams at Duke that seek to "Global Islam." The four classes address what he calls the "two examined Koranic interpreta­ great failings" in the American tion, women and Islam, nonArabic Muslim cultures, and university system. The first program is Focus, a cluster of Islam in literature and film. At big universities, under­ freshman classes and other pro­ gramming intended to combat graduates are often given a what Nieli called "curriculum sprawling course guide, an incoherence," the proliferation elastic set of curriculum re­ of narrowly drawn courses that quirements, and a reclusive or may satisfy the personal inter­ incompetent adviser. Then they ests of faculty but do little to are urged to "go get an educa­ convey core academic knowl­ tion." For many, the result is a mess. They don't have the edge. Focus brings together profes- shared experience of studying a core curriculum in the arts and sciences. In choosing classes, many gravitate towards the trivial, the easy, or the trivially easy. The Focus program offers an orderly, rigorous alternative to the chaos - an increasingly popular alternative, with near­ ly a third of all Duke students now participating. The second great failing in American higher education, Nieli says, is a "lack of view­ point diversity." Based on sur­ vey research, it's fair to say that in most departments faculty members who would identify themselves as left of center out­ number right-of-center faculty by about nine to one. In certain departments, usually social sci­ ences, the ratio is far higher - as much as 16 to 1. If the political predilections of the faculty stayed outside the classroom, this wouldn't be a major problem. Unfortu­ nately, that's not what happens in most cases. Ideas and works from conservative, free-mar­ ket, or conventionally religious scholars receive less attention, and are often openly mocked by teachers. Sometimes, these teachers use the classroom to lecture students on political or social topics far afield from the course. Duke's Gerst program is a promising corrective. Named af­ ter Gary Gerst, a philanthropist and Duke alumnus, it doesn't simply try to set up a conserva­ tive echo chamber in a corner of a liberal concert hall. It seeks to ensure a true diversity of opin­ ions in its faculty, coursework, readings, and public lectures. For example, a Focus theme conducted by the Gerst program on "Recent Visions of Freedom" included a course on the I.<ockeMill-Jefferson tradition of clas­ sical liberalism and a course on criticism of this tradition by Marxists, fascists, poststructuralists, and other radicals. Reforming higher education to encourage a core curriculum and true diversity of thought doesn't mean replacing a Chi­ nese menu with K-rations, or a sea of solid blue political signs with a sea of red ones. It means elevating the university as a place to explore the life of the mind rather than just a means of getting your ticket punched on the way to a job, or an excuse to party on someone else's dime, or a recruitment ground for po­ litical activists. Sounds like Duke is heading in the right direction - on this issue. Hood is president of the John Ijocke Foundation and publish­ er of CarolinaJournal.com. Another Republican from Hollywood E Last Sunday was a bad day for Democrats, and they hardly noticed. Why? Democrats avoid Fox News. (Hard core Democrats don't even like for their can­ didates to debate on that net­ work.) So they missed the "bad news" in former Tennessee Sen­ ator Fred Thompson's Sunday morning interview with Fox's Chris Wallace. Thompson told Fox that he is considering a run for the presidency. He did not make a formal announcement, but I am betting that he is going to be the answer to the Republi­ cans' dilemma. Their dilemma, of course, is that their three leading candi­ dates have big problems with the Republican's conservative religious base. These folks don't trust John McCain because he did battle with them in the 2000 primary season. They don't like Rudolph Giuliani's positions on issues like abortion rights and gun control. They worry about Nick Romney's Mormon faith and his "too-recent" recantingof former positions on gay rights and reproductive rights. Each of these three presi­ dential hopefuls has demon­ strated the ability to win Demo­ cratic votes in general elections. This strength should make all of them attractive candidates |for l Republithe cans. But |conserva| tive Re|publicans Ittfl do not want to |nominate someone who does | ™ not share D.G. Martin their val­ ues. And, if their party should nominate such a person, many of them will not, in good conscience, work to get such a candidate elected. On the other hand, if these three rush too far into the con­ servative camp, they will lose some of the crossover appeal that would make them possible winners in next year's fall elec­ tion. Just to summarize. Demo­ crats have been optimistic be­ cause they thought that Mc­ Cain, Giuliani, and Romney would destroy their general election chances by pandering to the religious right in order to have a chance to win the Re­ publican nomination. What the Republicans have needed is a Ronald Reagan type candidate—someone with a solid conservative record and values, and someone who can explain those values in such a moderate way that it does not scare off every middle-of-theroad voter. It would be icing on the cake if the candidate had Reagan acting experience so he could talk "sincerely" and touch the emotional core of the American electorate the way Reagan did. Such a person would be the Republicans' dream—and the Democrats' nightmare. Enter Fred Thompson from stage right. The former U.S. Senator is, like Reagan, an experienced actor—appearing in important roles in the movies and on tele­ vision. And he has been suc­ cessful as a political operative and as a candidate. As a young lawyer in the Watergate Con­ gressional hearings he showed a national audience that he is skillful, fair, and articulate. Is he conservative enough to win the enough support from the "religious right" to get the Republican nomination? In his conversation with Chris Wallace, he ticked off con­ servative responses to the cur­ rent hot button issues without ambiguity. He is pro-life, antigun control, and anti-gay mar­ riage. If he runs, I predict that he will be the nominee. If he wins the nomination, is he too conservative to win the general election? Maybe. It depends a lot on whether he really has the Ron­ ald Reagan touch, that rare talent of talking to people in a way that wins their trust even though they do not agree with him on important issues. It de­ pends on whether he can bal­ ance his genuine commitment to important conservative is­ sues with respect and tolerance for the other side. As a U.S. Senator, he learned something about working with the other side. And, whatever your politics, you have to concede that he is a pretty good actor. Like every other possible presidential candidate, Thomp­ son has problems. He has been an ardent sup­ porter of his friend Scooter Libby, saying that he would favor pardoning him right now. His opponents will also criticize his abandonment of his work in the U.S. Senate before the end of his term in order to renew his act­ ing career. There will be other problems should he decide to run. But right now, of all the Re­ publican possibilities, he is the Democrats' worst nightmare. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Rep. Tarleton reports from Raleigh 4. Improve the health of our citizens - young and old. 5. Support out military This was another busy families, bases and communi­ week in Raleigh as more and ties. more bills are introduced and 6. Ensure safer and more considered by the commit­ prosperous communities. tees - and quite a few have 7. Protect North Carolina's already gained final passage air, water and land for future by the House or Senate. Leg­ generations. islators on the House and Our legislative agenda de­ Senate appropriations com­ tailed numerous issues under mittees and subcommittees each of these seven catego­ also continue their discus­ ries, which will serve as the sions about the budget and basis for legislation that will are considering spending rec­ be debated and passed in the ommendations by Governor coming weeks and months, so Easley, individual lawmakers stay tuned as we make prog­ Rep. Cullie Tarleton and advocacy groups. We're ress on these important is­ having two per day briefings updated website allows citi­ sues. on the Appropriations Educa­ zens to listen in on each day's Budget Update tion Sub-Committee on which legislative session, committee Members of the House and I serve. It has really been an meetings and press confer­ Senate continue their discus­ eye opener. I know that the ences, learn more about in­ sions this week about the State is not a business, but I troduced legislation, and view two-year state budget, which do believe that the business each day's schedule and list will set spending levels for of the State needs to be run of bills to be voted on. The state programs such as our like a business. That is, ac­ House will be back in session public schools, universities, countability, annual program on Monday night at 7 p.m. community colleges, health review and maximum bang care system and roads. As a House Democrats for the buck. We are review­ reminder, the House and Sen­ Announce Legislative ing various state programs to ate will pass their own budget Agenda for 2007 Session determine what can be elimi­ On Wednesday, after proposals over the next few nated or made more efficient. weeks of discussion and months, in hopes of working On Wednesday, my col­ working on specific legisla­ out the differences and pass­ leagues and I in the House tion, my colleagues and I in ing a final budget before the Democratic Caucus an­ the House Democratic Cau­ start of the new fiscal year on nounced our seven major cus announced our legislative July 1. priorities for this year's leg­ priorities for the 2007 ses­ Members of the House islative session. Our agenda sion, which will improve ac­ and Senate finance commit­ includes an "initial blueprint" cess to education and health tees also received a briefing of how we will work to im­ care, create more jobs, offer from State Treasurer Rich­ prove greater access to edu­ tax relief, ensure safer com­ ard Moore, who described cation and health care, cre­ munities and protect our en­ his office's debt affordability ate more jobs, offer tax relief, vironment, while strengthen­ study and urged lawmakers ensure safer communities ing the public's trust in their to keep North Carolina's high and protect our environment, government. The title of the bond rating and financial se­ while strengthening the agenda, A Plan for One North curity by issuing bond fund­ public's trust in their govern­ Carolina, was a theme that ing conservatively. Several ment. In the coming weeks legislative leaders stressed legislators and groups across and months, legislation will throughout our press confer­ the state have called for pas­ be debated and passed on all ence in calling on all legisla­ sage of bond packages related of these topics, so stay tuned tors to improve the lives of to school construction, water as we make progress on these the men, women and children and sewer improvements, important issues. in all regions of North Caro­ protecting land and open Members of the House and lina. spaces from development, Senate have introduced close House Speaker Pro Tem­ and road construction. Dur­ to 1,700 pieces of legislation pore William Wainwright ing questioning, Moore told since session started on Jan­ of Craven County delivered lawmakers they can issue uary 24, which continues to very moving remarks as he more than the report's recom­ show an enormous increase explained the plan would mended $384 million in new over two years ago, but a level the playing field be­ debt each year over the next small slow down in the pace of tween rural and urban areas. decade if they find a way»to work in the past week. At the "Too many of our small towns match any increase with new end of last week, the General around the state do not have revenues that maintains the Assembly's staff had received the same opportunity that recommended 4 percent ratio 3,075 requests for bill drafts big towns like Raleigh, Char­ of debt service to revenue. from members, which is up 26 lotte, Greensboro and others Reducing percent compared to the same have, and unfortunately, this Domestic Violence point in the 2005 long session creates two North Carolinas," Legislators are working on Legislators have until March said Wainwright. "Our cau­ numerous bills, which seek 28 to introduce local bills and cus agenda will help ensure to reduce domestic violence May 9 to introduce bills re­ the same access to opportu­ across our state. This week, lated to the budget. House unanimously nities, no matter where you the This week, legislators live. We as Democrats are passed legislation (House Bill introduced bills on a wide determined to move our state 42), which would add stalking range of topics, including forward and to truly make it to the list of offenses a judge teacher training at communi­ one North Carolina." must consider before grant­ ty colleges, tuition assistance The House Democratic ing a pretrial release and for members of the National Caucus Agenda focuses on would increase the reporting Guard, increased penalties seven larger priorities for the requirements on homicides for sex offenders who go after 2007 session: where the victim and perpe­ children on the Internet and 1. Strengthen people's con­ trator have a personal rela­ a ban on paddling or spank­ fidence in a government that tionship. ing in schools. Listed below works for them. The House has also passed is a list of bills I either spon­ 2. Provide the opportunity two other bills. House Bill 46 sored or co-sponsored. of a lifetime - a quality edu­ would determine whether se­ Please remember that you cation. curity guidelines are needed can learn more about the 3. Create jobs that support for domestic violence shel­ General Assembly by visiting strong, healthy and more ters operated by state fund­ www.ncleg.net. Our newly prosperous families. ed agencies and to provide, by Rep. Cullie Tarleton N.C House Special to the Post Exercise continued from front page ing out when he was about 10 years old. "My brother got a set of weights, but I remem­ ber the first time I wrapped my hands around a bar I felt great," he said."I never really got out of it." "With the 100 Man Cam­ paign, I hope to contribute any way I can," Little said. "I am extremely honored to be a part of this program, and I want to learn as much as I can myself to be more aware of other people's needs. As de­ pressed as I have ever been, I have never been suicidal. I've always found something I wanted to live for, something to look forward to the next day. If I can pick up on the symptoms and help save one person's life, it's worth it." The next meeting in the 100 Man Campaign is being planned for June, and this WANT TO BUY one will include spouses and significant others for the men in the program. where feasible, private areas for domestic violence victims who are needed for any court proceeding where the defen­ dant will be present. House Bill 47 would make it a felony for some suspected abusers to violate a protective order and contact victims while pos­ sessing a gun, knife or other deadly weapon. These bills are now being considered by the Senate. Ban on Paddling in Schools Legislators, school officials and child advocates held a press conference on Wednes­ day to call for a ban on cor­ poral punishment (House Bill 853) in all public schools, which they said would im­ prove, not hurt, school disci­ pline. North Carolina is one of 21 states that allow corpo­ ral punishment, though many of those states let local school districts set policies against it. Across our state, 48 school districts already ban corporal punishment, while 67 - or 58 percent - allow it, according to a survey by the School of Social Work at UNC-Chapel Hill. However, the survey found that in many of those districts where it is allowed, students are paddled infre­ quently or not at all. In 15 districts where it is permit­ ted, no instances were report­ ed during the survey period. Seven districts have banned corporal punishment within the past half-dozen years, the UNC report said. I talked with Superintendent Short in Watauga and Superintendent Johnson in Ashe about this bill. Both agree with the bill as I do. Child Car Seats House members passed legislation (House Bill 61), which would bring North Carolina rules on child car seats into line with federal regulations. Passage of the bill will bring North Caroli­ na's laws on child car seats into line with federal statutes so the state is eligible for $1 million in assistance to help poor parents afford to buy child car seats. The measure passed by a vote of 96-19 and moves to the Senate. I voted for the bill. Tax Reform Committee Continues Work The State and Local Fis­ cal Modernization Study Commission, which has been meeting during the last sev­ eral months, continues to look at ways to update and reform our state's tax code. The com­ mission began their work with three major objectives - 1) to recommend ways to update and reform our state's tax code that would be revenue neutral, so there would be no overall increases in taxes; 2) foster a stronger partnership between the state and our 100 counties, which currently pay for different services and programs; and 3) find ways to afford to be able to invest in needed infrastructure, which will help our state and local economies grow. This is some­ thing I support. We have an antiquated tax code based on textiles, tobacco and furni­ ture. We all know what has happen to those businesses. N.C.'s "Green Industries" have $8.6 billion Impact North Carolina's "green industries," such as landscap­ ing, greenhouses, Christmas trees and the sale of lawn and garden supplies, have an $8.6 billion impact on the state's economy, accord­ ing to a new study released this week by Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. The first-ever study of the industry was requested by lawmakers two years ago to quantify the growing mar­ ket for such businesses. The review by Troxler's depart­ ment and economists at N.C. State University also found that the industry employs close to 152,000 people, while the state has 120,741 acres producing Christmas trees, nursery stock, sod and other commodities. The economic impact and number of em­ ployees of the "green" indus­ tries was just behind North Carolina's poultry and pork industries. The tremendous growth of the green industries stems from former tobacco farms that are now producing sod and nursery plants. This is an important business to our district, as both Watauga and Ashe Counties provide thousands of Christmas trees on an annual basis to cus­ tomers across the nation and world. Other Legislative Highlights Below are some of the bills I either sponsored or co-spon­ sored this week: • House Bill 693 would give teachers credit for the excess personal leave time that they earn and ensure that teach­ ers can take personal leave with five days' notice. • House Bill 773 would protect members of the Unit­ ed States Armed Forces from dishonest and predatory life insurance and annuity sales practices. • House Bill 531 would enhance the National Guard pension fund. • House Bill 547 would amend the National Guard Tuition Assistance Program. • House Bill 567 would appropriate funds for Arts Council Program Grants • House Bill 593 would appropriate planning funds for the Appalachian Cultural Museum. • House Bill 670 would Al­ low National Guard post ex­ changes. • House Bill 773 would provide funds for community colleges' facilities and equip­ ment. • House Bill 839 would provide funds for the State Energy Office. • House Bill 848 would restore funding for assistant principals. • House Bill 851 would provide funds for Teacher As­ sistant Scholarships. • House Bill 854 would provide funds for Child Care Subsidy. • House Bill 864 would provide funds for community college counselors. • House Bill 621 is a local bill involving Beech Moun­ tain de-annexation. • House Bill 855 would provide funds for Drug Treat­ ment Court. Get a 'Sweet Spot' by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor You can honor or remem­ ber a loved one through Ashe County's new "Sweet Spot" Memorial Bench Program. Approved by the board of commissioners last Decem­ ber, this project will serve to memorialize or honor some­ one deserving special rec­ ognition or commemorate a special event. A Sweet Spot will be created in Ashe Coun­ ty Park and maintained for six years. After that, it may be renewed along with a Sweet Spot created for your special person or event at a one time cost of $500. This is a working partner­ ship between Ashe County Parks and Recreation and Ashe County Adult Develop­ mental Association (ADAP). ont Worry. We'll Always Be Here. This not for profit project will provide ADAP clients with an opportunity to cre­ ate something for the com­ munity, a special project with a lasting impression. With the Sweet Spot, ADAP clients can do something for their own county with maxi­ mum visual impact for the tasks they have performed. Headquartered in Lan­ sing, ADAP offers vocational training for developmentally disabled individuals age 16 and older through actual production work acquired from local industry. Basic education skills are taught through the compensatory education unit of Wilkes Community College. Clients participate in community in­ tegration trips and training to familiarize themselves with community resources and recreational opportuni­ ties. The $500 for each memo­ rial bench pays for the mate­ rials, the workmanship, and the engraving. Benches can be paid for by individuals, groups, clubs, etc. Remem­ ber an individual or honor an existing organization, provide ADAP clients with a special project, and offer visitors to the park a rest­ ing place...all in one Sweet Spot. This project could start at the county park and maybe expand to the towns of Jef­ ferson, West Jefferson and Lansing, Boccardy said. For more information, call Joe Boccardy at 982-6185 or email joe.boccardy@ashecountygov.com. Since 1957 the Boone Family has served Ashe County families. This is a heritage we are very proud of. In this day of corporate owned and operated funeral homes, the commitment and caring that comes with locally ownedfamily ownership is getting harder to Find. Our family is here for the families we serve and this community. A great deal of attention and detail has gone into our services and facilities to ensure that they meet each and every need. Home-like atmosphere, soothing furnishings, and caring staff are all part of our promise. Pre-need, at-need, after care, whatever you are looking for, we'll always be here. LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND Always have been, always will be. BOONE FAMILY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 2005 Mt. Jefferson Rd. • West Jefferson (336) 846-7979 David Boone (seated) President/Owner J.D. Boone - Funeral Director �Men's Tennis away @ starmouift 4:30 p.m. JVA'ar Baseball HOME vs S.armoun. 4:3017:30 p.m. Men's Tennis Away @ North Wilkes 4:30 p.m. JVA'ar Softball HOME vs S.armount 4:30 p.m. Friday - March 23 Soccer HOME vs Starmount 7 p.m. JVA'ar Kaseball Away @ North Wilkes 4:30/7:30 p.m. Wednesday - March 21 JVA'ar Softball HOMJ; VS Watauga 4:30 p.m. Aarsity Softball Away @ North Wilkes 4:30/6:30 p.m. Soccer Aw ay @ North Wilkes 6 p.m. This week in Husky sports 14U Lightning and 12U Panthers host tourney Photo by Michael Graybeal Photo by Michael Graybeal The Ashe County Lightning 14 and Under girls team were all smiles after being named CoChampions this past weekend. The team consist of ten eighth and nineth graders. Members of the team are: Back Row (L:R) 00 Callie Barker, 35 Alexis Greene, 23 Jessica Walker, 25 Mailary Clay, 24 Caitlin Elliott, and 21 Brittany Lyalls. Front Row (L:R) 33 Samantha Miller, 14 Courtney Bowers, 11 Charity Shatley, and 44 Nichole Shull. The Ashe County Panthers 12 and Under team performed well this past weekend when they were able to win second place. The team members include: Back Row (L:R): 1 Sam Gam­ mons, 10 Luke Barker, 55 Wesley Roten, 31 Avery Barr, and 22 Chris Cole. Front Row (L:R): 15 Josh Pennington, 5 Matt Sexton, 34 Zac Miller, 4 Andrew Lopp, and 21 Tyler Stuart. 3 p.m. pairing against the Hillsville Cavaliers. The On Saturday and Sunday, Lightning fell behind in the Ashe County Lightning the first half, but battled 14 and Under girls along back from a 21-13 halftime with the Ashe County deficit to nearly beat the Panthers 12 and Under Cavaliers. Unfortunately for boys AAU teams hosted the the Lightning, the Cavaliers Ashe County Invitational were able to score in the tournament held at Ashe closing minute to claim the County Middle School. The 32-31 victory and handed tournament consisted of five the Lightning their first loss girls teams and three boys of the tournament. Jessica teams. The Ashe County Walker and Samantha Miller Lightning girls claimed the each scored eight points for title of Co-Champions with the Lightning during the the liillsville Cavaliers as game. each team went 3-1. In the The next Ashe County boys bracket, the Watauga Panthers followed the Storm was named champions Lightning's game against the following an impressive 4-0 Cavaliers and the Panthers performance and the Ashe had more pleasing results County Panthers was titled when they were able to defeat Runner-Ups with a 2-2 the Surry Stars- Copeland record. team by a final score of 36In the second game 35. The Panthers were able Saturday morning, the Ashe to outscore their opponents County Panthers faced the 18-12 in the first half, but Watauga Strom in the first the Stars responded by game featuring an Ashe outscoring the Panthers in County team. The Watauga the second half but came up Storm was able to win with one-point shy as the Panthers an easy 51-29 victory over the claimed their first victory Panthers. Sam Gammons led of the tournament. Sam the Panthers with ten points Gammons and Matt Sexton during the team's loss* The each had an impressive game following the Panthers' performance as they each featured the other Ashe scored 12 points during the County team participating Panthers one-point victory. in the tournament, the Ashe Neither Ashe County team County Lightning 14 and had a game until the 8 p.m. Under girls team paired pairing of the Ashe County against Chilhowie. The Lightning with Pulaski. The Lightning was able to gain Lightning claimed their third a monstrous 21-6 lead by victory of the tournament halftime, and maintained with their 55-44 victory the lead throughout the over Pulaski. The Lightning second half to claim the 33- gained an eight-point lead 20 victory. Caitlin Elliott led by halftime and preserved the Lightning with ten points that lead throughout the during the contest. second half to win the game. The third Ashe County Samantha Miller had a game of the day was the remarkable performance by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter with 19 points, 15 points off of five three-pointers, and Charity Shatley and Caitlin Elliott each added nine points. In the final game of the day, at 9 p.m. the Ashe County Panthers were grouped with the Watauga Storm in Watauga's final game of the tournament. The Watauga Storm claimed the Championship by defeating the Panthers 53-42. The Panthers only trailed the Storm by four points at halftime, but a 2417 second half allowed the Storm to win by a total of 53-42. Luke Barker scored an impressive ten points to lead the Panthers, and Sam Gammons and Matt Sexton closely followed with nine points each. The tournament featured three games on Sunday, one pool play and two exhibition games. The final pool play game featured the Ashe County Panthers verses the Surry Stars- Copeland. The Panthers secured second place in the tournament with a narrow 33-31 victory over the Stars. At halftime of the game, the Stars were claiming a one-point lead, 15-14, but the Panthers came back in the second half and outscored the Stars 19-16 in the half to claim the twopoint victory. Matt Sexton led the Panthers again with 11 points and Sam Gammons added another nine points to the team's total. The victory allowed the Panthers to conclude the tournament with a 2-2 record and was named the Tournament Runner-Up. The final two games of the tournament were exhibition games and the first paired the Ashe County Lightning with Chilhowie. The game opened up with a low scoring first half and the Lightning was able to barely outscore Chilhowie by a total of 12-10. The minute two-point lead was not sufficient enough to claim the victory in the second half and Chilhowie outscored the Lightning in the second half 24-18. The six-point margin of the second half was sufficient enough to allow Chilhowie to win the game by a final score of 34-30. The Ashe County Lightning was led by Mallary Clay who scored 13 points the game up by earning a for the Lightning in their four-point lead at halftime, final game of the weekend. 17-13. The Stars made a The Lightning finished the run in the second half and weekend with a tournament outscored the Panthers 23record of 3-1 after receiving 22 to conclude the game with a forfeit by the Wilkes Flight the Panthers victorious by a and an overall record of 3-2. final score of 39-36. Andrew The final game of the Lopp stepped up during the event featured a rematch of game and led the Panthers the first game on Sunday; the with 12 points and Matt Ashe County Panthers verses Sexton closely followed with the Surry Stars- Copeland in 11 points. Sam Gammons an exhibition match-up. The also played impressive and Panthers were able to record scored eight points. The their third victory of the event exhibition victory was the when they defeated the Stars Panthers' third victory of the by three points in another event, as they also finished close match-up of the two with a final record of 3-2 for teams. The Panthers opened the weekend event. 14U Lightning wins Roundball Classic Tourrlarrlent Scores Hillsville Cavaliers Wilkes 36 25 Wilkes Pulaski 28 47 Ashe Co. Panthers Watauga Storm 29 51 Chilhowie Hillsville Cavaliers 27 49 Ashe Co. Lightning Chilhowie 33 20 Watauga Storm Surry Stars- Copeland 73 35 Pulaski Hillsville Cavaliers 31 21 Ashe Co. Lightning Pulaski 55 44 Surry Stars- Copeland Watauga Storm 42 56 Ashe Co. Panthers Watauga Storm 42 53 Wilkes Chilhowie 27 35 Surry Stars- Copeland Ashe Co. Panthers 31 33 Hillsville Cavaliers Ashe Co. Lightning 32 31 Ashe Co. Panthers Surry Stars- Copeland 36 35 Exhibition Games Chilhowie Ashe Co. Lightning 34 30 Surry Stars- Copeland Ashe Co. Panthers 36 39 Photo courtesy of Tony Miller The Ashe County Lightning 14 and Under girls team proudly pose with their Tournament Champions trophy and their individual trophies following their 44-43 victory over the Carolina Spartans in the championship game. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Ashe County Lightning 14 and Under girls traveled to Boone on March 9, 10, and 11 to compete in the Boone Roundball Classic and were named champions after completing the tournament with a 3-2 overall record. The team opened up the tournament on the evening of Friday, March 9 when they competed with the Carolina Spartans. The Lightning was unable to defeat the Spartans when they narrowly lost by a final score of 47-53. Mallary Clay led the Lightning with 18 points and Samantha Miller closely followed with 13 points. The second game of the tournament paired the Lightning with the East Tennessee Pride and the Lightning were able to claim 46-35 victory. Mallary Clay led the Lightning again with 11 points and Samantha Miller followed again with 10 games. The following game, the Huskies competed against the Chilhowie Lady Wizards. Both teams were evenly matched and the game had to be extending into overtime to determine the winner after the teams were tied at 5252 at the end of regulation. In overtime, the Wizards were able to pull ahead and defeated the Lightning by a final score of 61-59 to hand the Lightning their second loss of the tournament. Samantha Miller and Mallary Clay led the Lightning again with 15 points each, Caitlin Elliott added 13 points, and Jessica Walker scored a respectable 10 points. The game against the Wizards concluded the pool play in the tournament and the teams started bracket play with the Lightning being paired up with the East Tennessee pride for the second time of the tournament. The game was a near duplication of the first meeting with the Lightning winning by a final score of 40-33. Samantha Miller led the team as the only player to score in double digits with 10 points and Charity Shatley added eight points for the Lightning. The victory allowed the Lightning to advance to the championship game, which was held on Sunday. During the championship game, the Lightning was paired with the Carolina Spartans for a rematch of the first game of the tournament. The game was a tough contest throughout the entire game, but with ten seconds remaining, the Lightning had possession and was trailing by two points. With four seconds remaining, Caitlin Elliott was able to hit a short jump shot to tie the game up at 43-43. Elliott proceeded to steal the Spartans' inbounds pass and was fouled with one second remaining in the game. Elliott missed the first shot of a two shot trip to the free throw line but proceeded to make the second shot to award the Lightning the 44-43 victory and the tournament championship. Caitlin Elliott led the Lightning with 13 points during the championship game and Charity Shatley closely followed with ten points. The Lightning concluded the tournament with a final record of 3-2. �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ MARCH 20, 2007 PAGE 9 COMMUNITY NEWS Beware of phony websites, IRS warns GREENSBORO — The Internal Revenue Service to­ day reminded taxpayers that the address of the official IRS government Web site is www. irs.gov. Taxpayers may be confused by the proliferation of Inter­ net sites that contain some form of the Internal Revenue Service name or IRS acronym with a .com, .net, .org or other designation in the address instead of .gov. Since many of these sites also bear a strik­ ing resemblance to the real IRS site, taxpayers may be misled into thinking that the site they have accessed is in­ deed the official IRS govern­ ment site. These sites are not the official IRS Web site and have no connection to the of­ ficial IRS site or to the IRS. "There is one legitimate IRS site: IRS.gov," said IRS Commissioner Mark W. Everson. "Always check carefully and make sure you know what Web site you are using." Because .com, .net and .org are such common parts of Internet addresses, tax­ payers may automatically or inadvertently type these ex­ tensions, instead of .gov, into the address line of their Web browser when trying to find the genuine IRS Web site. Following recent concerns that Internet sites may be causing confusion among tax­ payers, the IRS is working with the Treasury Inspector Author to speak at library If you are a Southerner and a history buff you will particu­ larly ei\joy hearing Clint John­ son on Wednesday, March 28 as he speaks to the Friends of the Library. The public is invited to join at 11 a.m. downstairs at the li­ brary. "In my most recent book I try to explode myths about the South and bring out true facts that a lot of people may be unaware of," said Johnson. The Politically Incorrect Guide to the South (and Why It Will Rise Again) is the 12th book published by this new Ashe County resident. "The South has had a great impact on American culture and education. For example ev­ ery form of American music has originated in the south includ­ ing rock, soul, jazz, bluegrass and country," said Johnson. Though the northeast is usually associated with higher education, the oldest women's college was founded in Macon, Ga., and the second oldest pub­ lic university was established at Chapel Hill, N.C. in 1799. Southerners continue to have an impact on history. "Ev­ ery general and admiral with major decision making power in World War 11 was either a southerner, married into south­ ern families or had other strong southern ties." said Johnson. Johnson, a full time writer, has written several books about the Civil War in the form of trav­ el guides that enable people to make well informed self guided tours of Confederate sites. His travel books include Touring The Carolinas' Civil War Sites, Touring Virginia's and West Virginia's Civil War Sites, In the Footsteps of Robert E. Lee, In The Footsteps of Stonewall Jackson, In The Footsteps of J.E.B. Stuart, The 25 Best Civil War Sites, and Colonial Ameri­ can and the American Revolu­ tion - The 25 Best Sites. Two other Civil War related books are Civil War Blunders and Bulls-Eyes and Misfires: 25 People Whose Obscure Efforts Shaped The American Civil War. Johnson also ghosted They Call Me Big House - The Autobiography of Coach Clarence "Big House" Gaines. Johnson was born in Florida and is a graduate of the Univer­ sity of Florida at Gainesville. "I grew up in pre Disney World Florida in the days the state still had many farms, citrus groves and vegetable farms," he explained. Johnson has strong ties to North Carolina with ancestors settling New Bern in 1723 and Zebulon in 1760. He lived in Winston-Salem for many years before moving to Ashe County last year. General for Tax Administra­ tion on this matter. TIGTA has authority to review issues protecting the integrity of tax administration, including im­ personation of the IRS. The IRS and TIGTA are commit­ ted to ensuring that taxpay­ ers are not misled. Although the IRS Web site offers interactive features, the tax or private financial information that these fea­ tures ask the taxpayer for is extremely limited. The IRS reminds consumers who ac­ cess unfamiliar sites, or sites they have never dealt with before, that they should nev­ er reveal any personal or fi­ nancial information, such as credit, bank account or PIN numbers, without verifying the validity of the site. The IRS also reminds con­ sumers to be alert to an on­ going Internet scam in which consumers receive an e-mail informing them of a federal tax refund. The e-mail, which claims to be from the IRS, di­ rects the consumer to a link — often a Web site resembling the IRS Web site — that re­ quests personal and financial information, such as Social Security number and credit card information. This scheme is an attempt to trick the e-mail recipients into disclosing their personal and financial data. The prac­ tice is called "phishing" for in­ formation. The information fraudu­ lently obtained is then used to steal the taxpayer's iden­ tity and financial assets. Gen­ erally, identity thieves use someone's personal data to steal his or her financial ac­ counts, run up charges on the victim's existing credit cards, apply for new loans, credit cards, services or benefits in the victim's name and even file fraudulent tax returns. Taxpayers who receive an unsolicited e-mail purport­ ing to be from the IRS should never click on any links in the message, open any attach­ ments or provide any person­ al or financial information to the sender. lit* . 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Frank Garcia, Roger Elch www.empiredodge.com �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED•• ADVERTISING 140-Help Wanted COUNTY OF ASHE POSITION VACANCY Bldg/Grounds Maintenance Worker Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm 140-Help Wanted Ashe County is seeking applications to fill a vacancy in the Public Buildings Department CLASSIFIED as a Maintenance DEADUNES Worker. Successful applicant will be Tuesday's paper responsible for (Friday 9:00 am) performing general Friday's paper carpentry work In the (Wednesday construction, mainte­ 9:00 am) nance, and repair of County buildings and facilities. Applicant will IMPORTANT INFORMATION also assist other maintenance personnel In the case of an en or in a variety of building on our part, credit will trades work, such as be given for the first electrical, plumbing, incorrect run only. The painting and/or Jefferson Post is masonry. 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Great pay. great benefits, job security and a future to look forward to in as little as 6 weeks. CALL: (336)838-6509 YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 410-Motorcycles / 460-Mobile 4-Wheelers Homes for Rent BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Bob Timberlake Artist Proof, #74 of 75, Portrait of Zinnias. $800. Noritake China. Crestmont pattern, service for 8. $300. Call 336- 982-5845 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post ABCA Border Collie Puppies 2 males $100 each, 2 females $125 each. 7 weeks old. 1st shots, wormed. Beautiful, great temperaments. Call 336-877-4530. PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Special is an older terrier mix female and is a special-needs dog. She lost her front left paw in an accident 310-Musical several years ago. m -J Fit :uka-j M I [•KM She does fine with her 3 remaining feet, We lease Pianos. but other dogs tend to New & Used Grands. pick on her because of We buy. sell, tune, this disability. She is move, refintsh & an inside house dog rebuild pianos. that is paper trained. Acme - Piano Man She would really like a 800-745-3950 house with a fenced in yard because she is 330-Pets not used to walking on a leash. Contact Robyn for more info at alleghanvanimals & vahoo.com or 336-363-9187 Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Jasmine is a 4-6 old. chow mix. This lit­ tle girl has a heart of gold! She's such a wonderful, playful girl who would love to go to a home with another playful pupl She just adores people and attention! GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 Buddy was found in Roaring Gap near the Pro Stop gas station. He is being fostered until we can find a good new home for him. Buddy ' a 1-2 year old with white bord ^ s mix. Bu<-' fa £. DERFl v -nd WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. 18 r^tf^Vjther d°<- ,o very Wanted: Weathered Poplar Boards. * mt>. young j. Buddy is very smart, he's al­ ready learned "sit" and is very food motivated (he loves cookies!). Right now Buddy is an inside/outside dog, and he is very good about staying close to home without being tied up. Buddy is only available to a good home who will love and treat him right. For more info, please call Robyn at 336-363-9187 or email us at alleghany animals & vahoo.com & w2 any condition, at least 8" wide. Will dismantle building if needed. 336-877-1129. Leave message, will call back same day. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 4x4, Dodge extra Dakota. cab. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers w For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Bugsy (Shelter ID #21) is an energetic, 2-3 year old. purebred, male border collie. Bugsy will need a fami­ ly with a fenced in yard, as Bugsy will chew off his leash or tie-out. He's a very friendly boy who loves to give kiss­ es. Bugjsy is also good with kids and other dogs - he would love to go to a home with another dog so he'd have a playmate. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleflhanypetfinder.com Sparky is a 1.5-2 year old fawn male, pure­ bred boxer. His tail is docked, ears are natu­ ral. He's a typical box­ er. full of energy. Sparky could really thrive in a home where he's the only dog. He craves attention and loves to receive it. Please contact Barbara for more information at SecondcrOalm.com. Call 828-964-8898 or For Sale: 1980 Harley Davidson, 80cl FLH Police Bike. Many new internal engine parts. This is a riding bike, not a show bike. Bought boat, must sell bike. $7500 firm. No tire kickers, please. Call 336-384-1074 after 6 pm. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 3 Bedroom, 1-1/2 Bath Brick home with carport in nice setting in West Jefferson. Hardwood floors, carpet & tile. $700/month. Call Carolina Mountain Properties. 336-246-2880. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments •Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available I Hi ASHE SENIOR VILLAGE APARTMENTS HOUSING FOR THE ELDERLY 62+ I 160 CHATTYROB LANE WEST JEFFERSON NC 28694 ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FUTURE VACANCIES ONE BEDROOM APTS. RANGE & REFRIGERATOR IN UNIT RENT BASED ON INCOME I WATER & SEWER I INCLUDED IN RENT HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY FOR INFORMATION CALL 336-246-9791 t=T V-8, CD, AC. Cruise. Great truck. For Sale: 2003 XR 70 Dirtbike. Kick Starter. 3 speed, automatic. Very good condition. Comes with owners manual, title and tool kit. Half off original price. $975 firm. Call 336-982-8154 For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.pet1lnder.com 260-Garage/Yard Sales KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each 330-Pets 336-877-3155 Now is the time to begin promoting your business for the coming season. The Jefferson Post High Country Business Services Is the perfect spot for you. It is highly visible and very affordable) Call 336-846-7164 for more information or come by the office at 203 S Second Ave. West Jefferson. 530-Lots & Acreage 2 bedroom/2 bath mo­ bile home on 2 acre lot. Appliances. No smoking or pets inside. $400 per month. $400 security deposit. 1 year lease and references required. 336-384-3913 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale 1195-Legals undersigned. Do you have a lot or acreage tor sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1115Professionals 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump. 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. Higli-end quality at reasonable rates. No job tot> big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Grayhx at 336-982-5145 or email Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards. Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. Shop The Classifieds. COUNTY OF ASHE 1195-Legals Check Out the Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Georgia Louise Warden, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 896 West Brushy Fork, Zionville, NC 28698 on or before the 20th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make Immediate payment to the Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sharon E. Walters Administratrix for the Estate of Georgia Louise Warden. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA FOR HIRE For Sale: House, Outbuildings & 26 acres more or less. Call 336-384-3360 This the 14th day of March, 2007. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07SP15 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST FROM SUSAN O. STANLEY AND TOMMY A. STANLEY. TO C.B. SERVICES CORP., TRUSTEE, DATED JULY 23. 2004 RECORDED IN BOOK 316, PAGE 576, ASHE COUNTY REGISTRY NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Pursuant to an order entered 27th February 2007, in the Superior Court for Ashe County, and the power of sale contained in the cap­ tioned deed of trust (the 'Deed of Trust"), the undersigned Sub­ stitute Trustee will offer for sale at auction, to the highest bidder for cash. AT THE COURT­ HOUSE DOOR IN JEFFERSON. ASHE COUNTY. NORTH CAROLINA ON MARCH 26, 2007 11:00 AM the real estate and the improvements thereon secured by the Deed of Trust, less and except any of such property released from the lien of the deed of trust prior to the date of said sale, lying and being in Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: Property known as 650 Big Laurel Road, Creston, NC and is further described in that Deed Wilkes Community College ACA LEAD INSTRUCTOR For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu DEMO PERSON FOR BOARS HEAD Work Wilkesboro / West Jefferson 4 days a month: Friday, Saturday or Sunday Phone: 336-722-1053 LEARN TO BMW ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS FULL & PART-TIME CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Wytheville, Virginia 1-800-334-1203 www.alllancetractortrailar.com EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. and AMH SEGRAVES CARE CENTER FULL-TIME POSITIONS: PART-TIME POSITIONS: STAFF PHARMACIST - 1st shift DIETARY WORKER - 2nd shift Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus CRNA With Sign On Bonus Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator Home Health Program Coordinator PHARMACY TECH - 1st shift CO MEDICAL TfecHNOLOGist - 3rd shift Hospice Weekend RN (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) C.N.A./UNIT SECRETARY (3rd shift) We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. To apply: Apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640 or email to hr@ashcmemorial.org. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2007 PAGE 11 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals of Trust recorded in Book 316, Page 576. Ashe County Registry. recordation of the Deed of Trust. This sale will be further subject to the right, if any, of the United States of Ameri­ ca to redeem the above-described prop­ erty for a period of 120 days following the date when the final upset bid period has run. POYNER & SPRUILL LLP David M. Warren, Esq. N.C.Bar No. 12581 James T. Martin, Esq. N.C.Bar No. 2895 Attorneys for Spruillco. Ltd. 130 S. Franklin Street P.O. Box 353 Rocky Mount, NC 27802 (252) 972-7067 The record owners of the real property not more than ten days prior to the date hereof are Susan O. Stanley and Tommy A. Stanley. A five percent cash deposit, or a cash deposit of $750.00, whichever is greater, will be required of the last and highest bidder. The balance of the bid purchase price shall be due in full in cash or certified funds at a closing to take place within thirty (30) days of the date of sale. The undersigned Sub­ stitute Trustee shall convey title to the prop­ erty by nonwarranty deed. This sale will be made subject to all prior liens of record, if any, and to all unpaid ad valorem taxes and special assessments, if any, which became a lien subsequent to the The purchaser of the property described above shall pay the Clerk's Commissions in the amount of $.45 per $100.00 of the purchase price (up to a maximum amount of $300.00), required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). If the purchaser of the above described prop­ erty is someone other than the Beneficiary under the Deed of Trust, the purchaser shall also pay the Ashe County Excise Tax (land transfer tax, if ap­ plicable) in the amount of one percent (1%) of the purchase price. t e 6 t & t a a C £ y n t . . a s. SH3K3 O 001^112 oOODD, •uOD ooroocson GXSXK? GGOKGSS A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! RBC001-00000619 Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gill. AubMcripLion for... In Ashe County ' Name • $36.00 Address Seniors In Ashe Co. CTity. • S33.CH) State Out-of-County (All) A Gift from: This 27th day of February 2007. • $46.50 Name FTSG ^CONSTRUCTION T & L CONSTRUCTION Residential & Commercial • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheet rock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More Owner • Tom Jurman Sr. Call 336-N46-S229 fountain Field (Excavating & Hauling J T No OB OO • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing •Basement/Footers lachian ng Co. Total Lawn Care GRASS CUTTING AND SMALL! • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel,Mulch,Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 \Mobile: 336-977-1312/ / us HOME REPAIRS Appleseed P5V LAWN CARE Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. TRIMMING BUSHIIOGGING SMALL BACKHOE FREE ESTIMATES BBB r~ Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Mikes and Surrounding Counties Call me for any project! FREE ESTIMATES!! JG. TF.RRY SAUNDERS 336-877-1014 \TJ AND K HOME IMPROVEMENT^/ r "Since 198V" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs \445 Made Vannoy Dr.'West Jefferson. NC, FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing. NC 336-384-2063 VOVIR 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE •Sony 'Sharp Mountain Vm w ,pioneer TV Center BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" ^ • Tree Trimming • Tree Removal (faatiuf SbctMiUc ZxfmtC 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES r- 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 Ibli/Mv Ihr EST Prim PmiblrJ Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd* Lansing, NC \Ccll: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 CARPENTRY OX (Whirls • Remodel Jobs • Decks • Additions Mountain Welding • OIAIHIAM sn stainless TV 'S A HOME THEATRES • Residential • Customized A 0 Ahkki , nhe Cc"">t)\ Wp u\ fiour weiaing service Portable Units lor On site Welding 0/1 Unnn U/nlriinn Onnuioo °P for <"*af ft Shop located at: III CAINE 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jetfereon, NC Authorized Technicians On Board Phone: 336-877-7511 336-977-2112 336-384-4352 JO Plus Years Experience Jan James Ellis - Owner 982-3335 17 years experience DISPOSAL SERVICES C NTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES M I Bradley W. Mclntyre • Owner • Residential Plck dp Service • S40 00 Quarterly • Special Pick up Service Available _ • Pni«nenwl»l uommepcini • Aluminum • Mild Stael • Itepairs be Maintenance ISf SALES it SERVICE r ** WELDING r*- ELECTRICAL CRAT>\M IIIUUMIIdl Industrial • ^ OUIIIIIICI Gldl • Residential Commercial w ntJblUCIIl ( o * * p d * <=W,j r CC£ "DEPENDABLE AND Contracting Co. PROMPT SERVICE" 336-877-5010 is OUR MOTTO! Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! J nar MASONRY CAR GRAPHIC DESIGN • Loijos ' Business Cards ' Brochures ' Camera Ready Ads Deb Holder-Caine 336.977 2113 M § M ftoone Grading Co., Inc No Job Too Small or Too Large! LICENSED & INSURED FRET ESTIMATES Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax:828-963-8610 ^Septic Systems • Basements • Footers frg. 828-7734736 TRAVEI I ?••• INC. Mark Shepherd Masonry Const., Inc. Shepherd Masonry, Inc^ Commercial & Residential Masonry is now offering Seek Rest Travel James & Joyce Sechrest I Referring frayel Age^l POURED WALLS 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 Website: jjjtbtravel.com/srt Kiniiil: seek m rest<» vsihno.com hone^lgA6-97mrV Vaqpii a �PAGE 12 TUESDAY , MARCH 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Divorce Care support group meeting at Bald Mountain Baptist Church Tuesday March 20 Bald Mountain Baptist Church announces "Divorce Care" Divorced or separated find help at Divorce Care which is a special weekly seminar and support group for folks just like you. You do not have to be a member of Bald Mt Baptist Church to join Divorce Care. Call the office to register at 87701550. Bald Mt Baptist Church also announces that the North Carolina Baptist Singers will be in concert at Bald Mountain on Monday night April 23 at 7:00. These singers are from across the state in our Baptist Churches. Brother David Phillips Associational Choir Director and Bald Mt Choir director invite you to come here this special group of singers. Rev. Lawrence Goodman is the pastor and invites you to attend. will be $50.00. Pre-Registration is required. To pre-register con­ tact Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6166 or (336) 838-6210. 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Maggie Bishop is coming to sign her book, " Murder at Blue Falls." Set deep in the Appalachian Mountains, an arson and mur­ der crime disturb the Triplett Valley. Jemma Chase's horse discovers a body, and she plays "amateur detective" until she puts her own life in danger with her discoveries. "Murder at Blue Falls" is sure to cap­ ture your interest with its vivid descriptions and relevance to our gorgeous mountains. Maggie Bishop has also written two other books, "Emeralds in the Snow" and "Appalachian Paradise," both Appalachian Mountain mysteries and roman­ tic suspense. Maggie settled in the mountains 6 p.m.: The New River of North Carolina in 1933 with Behavioral HealthCare her husband and cat. Every Consumer and Family time they travel, they seek Advisory Committee other mountains, but none are will meet at the New River as exciting as these ancient Behavioral HealthCare Appalachians, and she gives Outpatient Treatment Center at her tribute to her home in these 1430 Willow Lane. Westpark wonderful mystery novels. So C61-2, Nort Wilkesboro, NC. come meet Maggie and attend For more information, call the our book signing on Saturday, Consumer and Family Advisory March 24, especially if you're a Committee Liaison at 828-264- mystery and romance loverll 9007 6 p.m.: FDR Dinner at Ashe Thursday March 22 7 p.m.: The New River Area Board of Mental Health, Developmental Disablities & Substance Abuse will hold its regular meeting at the New River Behavioral HealthCare Outpatient Center in North Wilkesboro 7 p.m.: The Iron Mountain Trail Riders will hold their next meeting at the Grayson Public Library. The topic for Services for Aging Building, 180 Chattyrob Lane, West Jefferson. Sponsored by the Ashe County Democratic Party. Tickets are $15 each. 7 p.m.: Mt. Paddy hosts Ohio Christian University in con­ cert at Ashe County High School. Love offerings will be appreciated. Sunday March 25 11 a.m.: Buffalo Baptist Church will have revival with Rev. Neal Hatfield from Uplands Reach as their guest speaker. There will be spe­ the evening will be "Meet your Forest Rangers" with guest speakers from the Forest Service. All trail users are invit­ cial music each evening. The ed to attend to share ques­ Service begins on March 25 th tions, viewpoints, concerns, at 11 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each hopes and desires about trails evening through Wednesday. in SW Virginia. This will be a 11 a.m.: Midway Baptist great opportunity for the public Church announces that Pine to network with Forest Service Ridge Boys will be singing officials and share ideas. March 25th at the 11 a.m. The Iron Mountain Trail Riders service. Rev. Steve LeaShomb is a volunteer group working to and the congregation invite you keep trails in SW Virginia open to attend. and safe. This will be the new 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends location for meetings which will (Quakers) meets every Sunday be held on the fourth Thursday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia of the month at 7PM. For more Rodgers 385-6531 for direc­ information contact Gina Hagis tions 276-744-7363 or email- whiter- 2 p.m.: The Calvary Free Will ose@wiredog.com Baptist Church of Glendale Friday March 23 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-llcensing" course. The course will meet March 23 through 25 and March 30 through April 1 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Classes will be held at the Wilkes campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. PreRegistration is required. For more information or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quilters Guild on March 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9 a.m. The quilt will be The Twisted Bargello. There are still open­ ings available for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. Saturday March 24 6:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.: Peak Creek Ruritan Scholarship Pancake Breakfast and Indoor Yard Sale. Yard sale starts at 6:30 a.m. and break­ fast at 7:00 at the Peak Creek Community Center, 7062 Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. Along with the pancakes will be ham, fruit juice, fruit, and coffee. This is a fundraiser for the Peak Creek Ruritan Schlorship Fund for Ashe and Alleghany High School seniors. Breakfast and yard sale items will be sold by donation. If you wish to donate items for the yard sale, or want more information call 982-6125. Springs is pleased to again host one of Southern Gospel's finest groups, Kevin Spencer and Friends. Kevin Spencer and Friends organized in June of 1992 and have recorded three # 1 songs! Their hit songs and fan favor­ ites include: "The Blood Is Still There", "If The Rapture Was Yesterday", The Vision", "Let's Meet By The River", "Shepherd of The Lost", "Saved By Grace", "Stand By Me", "Come Away", "Sounds of That City", and many more. They have been awarded the two highest hon­ ors for a new group to receive - The Singing News "Horizon Group of the Year" and the Gospel Voice "Sunrise Group of the Year". They currently sing 280 concerts per year in 30 different states, Canada, the Virgin Islands, Honduras, can be heard on gospel radio throughout the United States, and can be seen on many different Christian TV sta­ tions including GMT (Gospel Music Television). The group has also made appearances on Bill Gaither's videos "All Day Singing", "So Glad", and "Sunday Meeting Time." Kevin Spencer and Friends are all born again Christians that believe in living what they sing. The concert is free, but a love offering will be taken during the service. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd, just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)9824840, Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743, or Paul Jones at (336)982-3478. 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ 8:30 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering Tanning Facility Operator training at the Wilkes tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Rev. Clayborn will be preach­ ing Sunday night, Mar. 25. Everyone is welcome. Campus on Saturday, March 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration costs for the class 7 p.m.: Upcoming revival for Phoenix Baptist Church. Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy Joe Blevins Beginning March 25. Prayer rooms at 6:30 p.m. Special singing nightly. Transportation and Child care will be provided. More informa­ tion call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Dollar & congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-28 with Rev. Joey McClure as the guest speaker. Special music each night. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you 7:30: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-29 at 7:30 each night with prayer room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congregation welcome you. Monday March 26 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-28 with Rev. Joey McClure as the guest speaker. Special music each night. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you 7:30: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-29 at 7:30 each night with prayer room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congregation welcome you. Tuesday March 27 9 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener • Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12 hour training, Registration required! 6 p.m.: The High Country Christian Women's Club invites all women of the area to our March 27 meet­ ing, Tuesday 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Deerfield Fellowship on Deerfield road in Boone. Our special feature this month will be "Elegant, but quick and simple desserts" by Mary Wright. Come learn to make and sample these. Our speaker will be Carol Jensen from Franklin, N.C. She will be speaking on "Was she safe in the arms of Love?" Music will be by David Scott, local talented artist and at the piano, Judy Eller, also of Boone, N.C. Reservations and cancella­ tions by Saturday, March 24. Reservations should be hon­ ored if not used by a friend. Reservations can be made by calling Norma at 264-1210 or Linda at 264-3753. A free nursery is also available with reservation. Bring a friend and join us for a great catered meal, all-inclu­ sive for $11.00. Christian Women's Club is sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries, a national/interna­ tional group based in Kansas City, Mo. If you have any questions, please call Norma at 264-1210. Thank you 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church. March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-28 with Rev. Joey McClure as the guest speaker. Special music each night. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you 7:30: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-29 at 7:30 each night with prayer room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congregation welcome you. Wednesday March 28 11 a.m. Friends of the Library present Clint Johnson speak­ ing about his new book The Politically Incorrect Guide to the South (and Why It Will Rise Again). The public is invit­ ed to attend, downstairs at the Library. 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abingdon Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-28 with Rev. Joey McClure as the guest speaker. Special music each night. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you 7:30: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-29 at 7:30 each night with prayer room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congregation welcome you. Thursday March 29 8:30 a.m.: American Red Cross: Ashe County High School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. O NEGATIVE LESS THAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY O POSITIVE LESS THAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY A NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY B NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY A shortage of Type O blood is the worst of all blood short­ ages, because O blood must be available to treat trauma patients, and meet the trans­ fusion needs of all Type O patients. A shortage of Type O is responsible for most emer­ gency appeals for blood donors nationally. Also, many hospitals transfuse only Type O blood to premature babies, because cross-matching and blood typ­ ing may not be possible, and O- is the universal donor. Every two seconds, someone needs blood. Patients through­ out our area are counting on the American Red Cross and generous sponsors and donors to make sure blood is available whenever it is needed. You can also help make sure the blood supply continues adequate inventory levels by sponsoring a blood drive on weekdays or weekends. Churches, civic organizations, and businesses are needed as blood drive sponsors to bring in more blood donors every month! Thanks for your support of the American Red Cross. Please contact me for any questions or if you would like more information on spon­ soring a blood drive! For more information, please give me a call or email me: 336-403-1770, millsas@usa. redcross.org. You can also visit www.surrycountyredcross.org. for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 846-2041 for more information. 9 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students: they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS 12 HourTraining,Regestration Required! 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7:30 p.m.: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-29 at 7:30 p.m. each night with prayer room at 7:15 p.m. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congrega­ tion welcome you. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students: they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Friday March 30 7 p.m.: Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: Classical guitarist Richard Easiey and sing­ er/songwriter Scot Pope in concert at the Ashe County Library, Free ticket required Saturday March 31 7 a.m.: Inside yard and bake sale at Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarine, off Bare street, across from West Jefferson Park. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. First sale of the season. Many many good Items to be sold at a good prices. All proceeds will go towards the purchace of cabnets In the fellowship hall. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students: they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS 1 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute will be sponsor­ ing a free showing of An Inconvenient Truth at Ashe County Library on Saturday, March 31 at 1 p.m. in West Jefferson. There will also be opportunity for discussion as well as sign ups for a brand new four-session Global Warming course they will be offering in the weeks and months to fol­ low. This is a free program, open to the public. For addi­ tional information, please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. 7 p.m.: The Choir and musi­ cians of Pine Swamp Baptist Church In Idlewild are having an evening of song and music. We would love to have you share this time of worship with us. Rev. Garrett Mahaffey is pastor. 7 p.m.: Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Sunday April 1 'P1 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community like College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensIng" course. The course will continued on page 13 �PAGE 13 TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Hospice Spring Volunteer Training April third and fifth continued from page 12 meet March 23 through 25 and March 30 through April 1 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Classes will be held at the Wilkes cam­ pus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. Pre-Registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 8386166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210 11 a.m.: Arlene Bare and Jerelee Whittington will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at the home of Julia Rodgers Call 385-6531 for directions. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly presents Catfish Moon Sunday mati­ nee Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS 6 p.m.: Mount Olive Baptist Church will have a special service on April 1st. Ryan Marlowe will be preaching and By the Blood will be singing. Mt. Olive is located at 1710 Watertank Road in Fleetwood. Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 8 at 7:00 AM. Breakfast will follow in the fellowship hall. The will not have their regular 11:00 wor­ ship service Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27 at 7:00 PM. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congregation invite you to attend! 6 p.m.: Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs invites you to expe­ rience a soul-stirring night of drama as we present our annual Easter performance, "Arise My Love" Under the direction of Tim Carter, Phyllis Ashley, and Tonya Childers, the program chronicles the events from Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem through His glorious resurrection. The drama features a cast of over 50 actors/actresses, full cos­ tuming and props, numerous musical numbers, and a full choir. Also special this year is the addition of a new scene featuring the Last Supper. You will be moved by the power of this one-of-a-kind performance. This special event begins at 6:00 p.m. Seating is limited, so arrive early and get a good seat. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)9824840, Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743, or Tim Carter at (336)982-3932. raise our vibrations, initiate a process of transformation. Free. 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Call 336-246-3600 or visit our web­ site www.whitehartwoods.com. Tuesday April 3 Wednesday April 4 9 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2-6 from noon -1 p.m. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties Speaker for Wednesday is Dr. Earl Davis and music by West Jefferson First Baptist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 Thursday April 5 9 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12 hour training, Registration Required! 11:30 a.m.: NARFE (The National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees) will meet at Fraser's Restaurant. A pro­ gram will be presented by an N. C. Park Ranger. Active and retired feder­ al personnel are urged to attend 12 p.m.: The public is cordially invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Speaker for Tuesday is Rev. David Blackburn and music by West Jefferson United Methodist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received —rv Hank T. Clay, Jr., MD Heather Herman, FNP Gary Reash, PA-C Monday April 2 Speaker for Thursday is Rev. Art Eaton and music by Fletcher Memorial Baptist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 6:30 p.m.: Disabled American Veterans will have their Bingo game at Family Central. Thank you, Buddy Greer, (Commander) 336982-3743 Friday April 6 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2-6 from noon -1 p.m. Speaker for Friday is Rev. Jim Thompson and music by Bethany United Methodist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 Saturday April 8 April 7 2nd annual Easter Sunrise Service- non denomina­ tional- held at 853 Cox Road, 7 a.m.: The West Jefferson Lions Club will Pancake Breakfast Saturday in April at Jefferson School hold a the first the West cafeteria Jefferson, NC. We welcome ALL to attend. Service and music!!! Attend this truly unique service outside, on a hill top, in prayer garden! For additional information call Dawn Ellis 336 977 6317. from 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. For only $6.00 you get all you can eat pancakes and sausage along with juice and coffee. So be sure to come out and join us, and bring your fam­ ily and friends. This fundraiser is to help support the clubs SightFirst II campaign. For further information or how to join contact a local Lion or come to a meeting at the Winners Circle every first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. 6:30 a.m.: There will be an Easter Sun Rise Service at Temple Baptist Church. Rev. Robert Patrick will be the speaker. Breakfast will be pro­ vided in the fellowship hall after the service. Worship service will start at 10:30 a.m. Thbe pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite every­ one to attened both of these services. 10 a.m.:Trinity Baptist Church will be having an Easter Day Camp from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. "My Savior, My God" will be presented by the Friendship Baptist Church Choir. Beautifully arranged by Richard Kingsmore, this 40-minute musical not only tells the story of Jesus' final hour on this earth, but in the process, looks at the three people who knew Him in an earthly way before His cruci­ fixion and resurrection, and afterward, came to under­ stand the eternal truth Jesus Christ that changed their lives for eternity. Featuring pow­ erful songs, moving narra­ tion and drama, this musical will help you to see beyond the "story" of Jesus to the personal reality of his death and resurrection. Minister of Music Jeremy Kilgore & Pastor, Rev. David Grinned and congregation welcome you During the camp children will get to play games make crafts have lunch, Easter egg hunt and learn about Jesus' death & resurrection. Ages 4-12 wel­ come. Rides available. Please call Trinity at 828-262-5751 Mon - Friday from 1 -5 PM for more information. 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: The annual Spring Bazaar & Yard Sale will be held at the Creston Methodist Church Fellowship Hall located off Thee Top Road across from the Creston Fire Department. Good collection of clothing, collectables, furniture, toys, etc. Tickets on sale by members of the Creston-Green Valley Charge for an original 011 painting by Larry J. Lewis. Tickets can also be purchased at the Bazaar. All proceeds are to benefit the four churches of the Creston Green Valley Methodist Charge. Ongoing Events 11 a.m.: Helping Hands Ladies Group of Bethel Baptist Church will be having a Chicken BBQ Fundraiser Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion are Underway!! Plans on Nettle Knob Road in West Jefferson. Half a Chicken, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, Drink and Dessert for $6.00. Proceeds go to helping Ashe County Citizens in need. We Will Deliver for orders of 5 or more in West Jefferson! Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena. barnes@ bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 384-3605 Sunday Catch everything. Miss nothing. DishDVR Advantage. It's about time. \m\ wSs Rev. Glenn Woodie, and con­ gregation invite everyone to attend. 12 hour training, Registration Required! 12 p.m.: The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2-6 from noon -1 p.m. DishDVR Advantage. An all-inclusive TV package loaded with our most popular options for one low price. No worries. No extra fees. Plus, your everyday price is guaranteed through January 2009. mm 7 p.m.: The Fellowship Quartet will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The Pastor, 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly Invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2-6 from noon -1 p.m. Speaker for Monday is Rev. A.B. Weaver and music by Mrs. Lisa Courtney of Hospice. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 6:30 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute Is sponsoring a discussion on voluntary simplicity. All are welcome to attend. The discussion is held in the lobby classroom of Ashe Memorial Hospital. 7 p.m.: Full Moon Ceremony. Join us in celebrating every full moon throughout the spring. We'll engage the ener­ gies of Grandmother Moon, to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. 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Ethics Team to victory The University of Miami has won the national cham­ pionship bowl - in ethics. UM's Ethics Society De­ bate Team prevailed over the nation's leading teams at the annual competition in Cin­ cinnati on Thursday. A core feature of the annual confer­ ence of the Association for Practical and Professional Ethics, The National Cham­ pionship Intercollegiate Eth­ ics Bowl (IEB) featured 32 undergraduate teams that ranked well in eight regional autumn competitions. The mood in Cincinnati was electric as UM debat­ ers eiyoyed an extraordinary University of Miami's Ethics Society Debate Team, lead by round of applause from par­ Elizabeth Tedford. after accepting their championship trophy. ticipants and observers, and were presented with the IEB Semi Finals: U.S. Military intercollegiate Ethics Bowl trophy. Academy at West Point (IEB) combines the excite­ Members of the UM team Finals: Westminster Col­ ment and fun of a competi­ and their majors: Christina lege (Pennsylvania) tive tournament with a valu­ Fiallo, junior, political sci­ Other teams included Wil­ able educational experience ence and history; Nick Holliams College, the University for undergraduate students. zer, freshman, economics and of Southern California, the Recognized widely by edu­ biology; Ryan Kairalla, ju­ U.S. Naval Academy, the Uni­ cators, the IEB has received nior, political science and eco­ versity of Washington and special commendation for ex­ nomics; Josh Morales, junior, Southern Methodist Univer­ cellence and innovation from business law, and Elizabeth the American Philosophical Tedford (of Ashe County), sity. Debaters tackled cases Association, and received the Ethics Society President, se­ nior, history/psychology. The dealing with affirmative ac­ 2006 American Philosophi­ Association/Philosophy UM team won in the follow­ tion in South Africa, repro­ cal ductive decisions involving Documentation Center's ing match ups: Round 1: Loyola Univer­ deafness, use of GPS systems 2006 prize for Excellence and to track children though cell Innovation in Philosophy sity Chicago Round 2: Peninsula Col­ phones, destruction of art­ Programs. The format, rules, work by owners, whether and procedures of the IEB lege (Washington) Round 3: Western Michi­ prisoners may receive vegan all have been developed to meals and other topics. model widely acknowledged gan University According to the Ethics best methods of reasoning Quarter Finals: Weber Bowl website (http://ethics. in practical and professional State University (Utah) itt.edu/eb/index.html): "The ethics." w 4M Former 4m 1 Helton ^ « resident celebrates 100th birthday Clara McClure DeBoard, long time resident of the Helton community, celebrat­ ed her 100th birthday on February 2, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The widow of Bryan DeBoard, Clara had been able to live on her own un­ til a few years ago, when it became necessary for her to move in with her two daugh- ters in Las Vegas and Ana­ heim, California. In addition to her two daughters, Betty Chrisco and Sue Ward, Clara has a sonin-law, three grandchildren, three great grandchildren, one surviving brother, one sister, plus many nieces and nephews who are very special to her. Her daughters, son-in- Groundbreaking study shows need for unbiased domestic violence services Many men suffer physical abuse from their female part­ ners, live in fear of them, and are denied help by the domes­ tic violence system, according to a ground-breaking study recently published in the Journal of Family Violence. The study describes 190 male callers to a domestic violence hotline, men from all walks of life who found that resources for males seeking help with an abusive female partner are virtually nonex­ istent. It appears to be com­ mon for abusive wives to use controlling behaviors, and they are especially prone to using their children as pawns to control their husbands. And federally funded shelters and hotlines commonly deny services to men, and ignore Congress' stated intent that services are to be provided to victims regardless of gender. Co-author Edward Dun­ ning explains that the idea for the study was conceived by Mark Rosenthal, now Presi­ dent of Respecting Accuracy in Domestic Abuse Reporting (RADAR). "I worked closely with Mark during his term as a member of the helpline's board. He broached the idea that the data we'd been col­ lecting was the only data in the world at that time on the characteristics of men who've been subjected to violence by the women in their lives. He realized that this data could be an invaluable resource in furthering society's under­ standing of the dynamics of family violence." "The situations described by these callers are hardly surprising to anyone who has followed high-profile cases of female violence" explains Rosenthal. "Clara Harris, for example, repeatedly drove over her husband while their daughter begged her not to kill her father. Men are not the only victims of a system that refuses to recognize that some women can be abusive. The children in these families are also victimized when the parent they look to for protec­ tion is denied help for no rea­ Find beauty in everyday life of Mexican market Turchin Center features the works of Joseph Patrick Boone, NC - Dreaming of summer, sunny places and bright colors? After all, it's still March and we're trying to chase away the last ves­ tiges of winter. Pull out those shades, imagine the aroma of sun tan lotion, and stroll over to the Appalachian State University Turchin Center for the Visual Arts to see Jo­ seph Patrick's exhibit featur­ ing the life and landscape of Oaxaca, Mexico. The exhibit opens April 6 in Galleries A & B, West Wing, and runs through July 28. A reception celebrating the summer ex­ hibition season will be July 6, in conjunction with the Appalachian Summer Festi­ val.Patrick and his wife, Ge­ nie, spend their summers in Oaxaca, and the artist finds the area rich in inspiration. Working in watercolors, oils, photography, and drawing media, Patrick sees that the local market's everyday life of tarps, crates, and ropes often is ignored by the people who live and work around it. Pat­ rick, however, finds the hid­ den beauty among the stalls' dramatic lighting, shapes, lines, and textures, and the city's domestic patios and gardens also challenge him to catch the peaceful but vibrant and abundant setting. The artist describes his work "as being like stages for human action ... past, pres­ ent, and future." He conveys awareness of time, both pass­ ing and standing still. The Mexican streets, buildings, and gardens become meta­ phors for the lives passing through them. Patrick currently lives and works in Iowa City, IA, where he recently retired as a pro­ fessor of art at the Univer­ sity of Iowa. He received his B.F.A. from the University of Georgia and his M.F.A. from the University of Colorado. He started teaching at Iowa in 1965 and served as head of the drawing program in the School of Art and Art History. Patrick's work has been fea­ tured in many exhibitions and can be found in many public and private collections, in­ cluding Interstate Assurance law, two grandchildren and one great grandchild joined her in her celebration. Thanks to her friends and relatives in Ashe County who sent cards and good wishes and shared memories on such a special occasion. Her little corner of North Carolina and the Helton community will always be home to her. Company, Pella Corporation, Farm Bureau, and Hallmark Cards, Inc. The Turchin Center is lo­ cated at 423 West King St., in Boone. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday, and noon-8 p.m., Friday. The Center is closed Sunday and Monday and ob­ serves all university holidays. There is no admission charge, although donations are grate­ fully accepted. son other than having been born male." Dunning, co-founder of the Family Interventions Project in Vacaville, Calif, began an­ swering helpline calls shortly after completing a study of men and women convicted of domestic violence. Both that study and the one just pub­ lished explored the dynamics of intimate partner violence using the Duluth Power and Control Wheel. "Conventional wisdom holds that all domes­ tic violence stems from male power and control, as evident in DV laws and policies. Both of these studies strongly indi­ cate that this belief system is incorrect. Females are equally capable of power and control behaviors." 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Come see him next Saturd* Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address. P.O. Box 1776 • West lefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@sltybest.com MM I I 4 nsr "1(l TI M M I IVO K D I ("oi I mind in ( rumplvr Asm AM M U MI I MI I K \li\ |M ar old ( Male Golden ON F R O I . N ear old Female IVrricr Mix I u'ar old O,N2-40C»O � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 23 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0320 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.:,March 20, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 13 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-03-20 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/0a51c59aec6a8c91970f65d35e797702.pdf f1e37d8890c0165d78e0141369e01ab0 PDF Text Text • Softball opens MVAC with 2 wins Friday page 1B March 23, 2007 • Tennis improves to 2-1 in conference 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 1B • Baseball team drops 2 close ones Volume 82, Issue 24 page 1B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Lost Boy Scout found safe By Jim Thompson Editor Just before 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Gandalf caught something in the air along a trail in the eastern part of Doughton Park. It was a scent no human nose would have noticed, but to Gandalf, a two-year-old Shiloh shepherd from Hartley, S.C., this smell was as distinc­ tive as a fingerprint. It was the smell he had sniffed on a piece of clothing hours earlier; the smell he had searched for all morning. When he alerted his owner, Misha Marshall, she looked around and spotted a thin boy dressed in a red coat walking Photo courtesy of NPS down the other side of Ba­ Michael Auberry spent sin Creek. She and the two people with her began to call almost three days lost in his name, "Michael! Michael! the woods. Are you Michael?" but got no the mountain, just off Long answer. They approached the Bottom Road, many search­ boy and, through his exhaus­ ers sat exhausted but jubilant tion, dehydration and slight at the news, while Michael's disorientation, let him know parents and their friends and they had been looking for fellow church members who him. At 10:58 a.m., one of this had come from Greensboro to search team, a member of the be with them embraced and Traphill Volunteer Fire De­ wept. Friday, March 16 partment, went on his radio The story of Michael Auto announce the search was over. Two days, 22 and a half beriys disappearance and hours after he disappeared rescue began on Friday at Ir­ from a primitive campsite ving Park United Methodist near Grassy Gap Fire Road, Church on Cone Boulevard Michael Shawn Auberiy, 12, in Greensboro. He had gone there to join with some of his was safe and heading home. The news spread across fellow members of Troop 230 the search area rapidly. At the of the Boy Scouts on a week­ staging location at the base of end camping trip to Dough- Camping was nothing new for the sixth grader. He had P MTN TRAIL. been on a week-long scouting trip, and a number of other overnight trips. He had spent i ROUND hours reading and study­ ing Gary Paulsen's book, The Hatchet - which tells the story of a boy who survives in the wilderness after a plane crash - as a school assign­ ment. Now, he was about to live that story. THURMOND The scout group reached GAMS LAND Doughton Park, coming up along Long Bottom Road, a two-lane paved stretch that links McGrady and Absher, two small northern Wilkes County communities. They hiked 1.5 miles up Grassy Gap Fire Road to a primi­ Kent Auberry, Michael's dad, tive campground, located just talks with the press after his PRIMITIVE south of the trail. CAMPSITE son's rescue. Doughton Park ed to go on the trip had not Doughton Park covers shown up," said Michael's fa­ 5,900 acres on both sides of THURMflflO ther Kent Auberry. "He wasn't the Blue Ridge Parkway. Hug­ GAME J#MO CHATHAM sure he would have fun." His ging the ridge of the moun­ father encouraged the boy to tains along the Alleghany/ go, suggesting some of the Wilkes county line, it is one new scouts * he would meet of the most scenic sections of might become good friends. the highway. The mountains Michael asked, "If I go and fall away sharply towards the gorroMfta don't have a good time, will Piedmont to the south, drop­ about* you give me $5?" "I told him, ping from over 3500 feet at I'm not sure about that, but the mountain summits to un­ if you come back and tell me der 1500 feet at the base. Where Troop 230's mem­ Graphic courtesy of NPS you did not have a good time, we will do something fun,'" bers headed was a huge basin This map shows the area where searchers spent almost Kent Auberry said. formed below the Blue Ridge. three days trying to locate a lost Boy Scout. So Michael boarded a Grassy Gap Fire Road con­ ton Park in northern Wilkes "Michael called me and said church van with nine other nects this basin to Long Bot­ County. But at the last min- some of his special friends in scouts and three adult lead­ tom Road, which girdles the See Rescue, page 5A ute, he began to have doubts. the Boy Scouts he had expect- ers and headed west on 1-40. MiLtPosr 3*1 [ Improvements to 1904 Courthouse approved by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Creation of a county mu­ seum in Jefferson continues with a project to restore the ex­ isting doors and windows on the 1904 courthouse. Approval came Monday by the board of commis­ sioners to con­ tract with Jarrell Jones, doing busi­ ness as Architec­ tural Restoration, for the work.' Rec­ ommended by the museum's architect, Jones has provided complete plans and a bid of $35,000 for the restoration. Gene Hafer, executive di­ rector of the Museum of Ashe County History, appeared be­ fore the commissioners to seek approval for the contract. He said a decision was made to restore the existing doors and windows rather than replace them in order to maintain the integrity of the building. Funding for this project is through the Department of Transporta­ tion Enhance­ ment Grant, but that money must come through the county for a match, Hafer said. The match is to be paid by the museum. According to a resolution ad­ opted by the com­ missioners, "the grant provisions allow for utilization of contracts devel­ oped through an informal See Courthouse, page 11A Singers to help museum by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor The Museum of Ashe County History will benefit from next month's kickoff of an international performance tour pairing local musician Henry Doss and English sing­ er Emma Rugg. Doss and Rugg join their talents for the New Directions Tour 2007 through North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Michigan, New York and New Jersey, ending up in Pugg's hometown in East Yorkshire. They kick off the tour on Sun­ day, April 1 with a concert free and open to the public at Jefferson Landing at 3 p.m. Donations will go to the Mu­ seum of Ashe County History (the 1904 county courthouse preservation project). By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Trout lake to open at Shatley by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Are you ready for some fish­ ing? As spring arrives in the High Country, thoughts turn to sunny afternoons throwing a line in the water, so grab a pole or come without one to the lake; J&B Trout Lake, that is, opening April 12 be­ hind Shatley Springs Inn. This new business offers everything you need for trout fly fishing, from the equip­ ment to the fish. And if you need a lesson, expert Blair Barber and his staff will be glad to oblige. The two acre lake behind Shatley Springs - one of Ashe County's biggest seasonal at­ tractions - will be open all See Doss, page 11A Contact Us Photo courtesy of J&B Trout Lake Blair Barber, owner of J&B Trout Lake opening April 12 behind Shatley Springs, has years of experience in fly fishing and offers classes in building your own fishing rod. See TYout, page 11A Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,222 U.S. service people killed (as of 3/21) 24,187 U.S. service people wounded (as of 3/21) Photo courtesy of Blair Barber Dave Pickett demonstrates his skill in creating hand-crafted flies for fly fishing. Learn how to do this at J&B Trout Lake opening April 12 behind Shatley Springs. Tag office to open five days a week RALEIGH — Beginning Monday, March 26, the Jefferson vehicle registration office will be open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The office, which had been open three days a week, is located in the Ashe County Court House at 150 Government Circle. Prostate cancer screening planned The Annual Prostate Cancer Screening spon­ sored by the Jefferson's Rotary Club will take place on April 12 from 1 to 5 p.m. at Ashe y Memorial Hospital in the Outpatient Clinic on the third floor. Please call Mountain Hearts at 8460744 to make an appointment to have your PSA drawn on March 30 and to schedule your appoint­ ment for April 12 for your screening. WCC instructor honored Wilkes Community College instructor Ronald Dollyhite has been honored with the Kim Powell Friend of the Industry Award in recognition of many years of outstanding support; educational planning and implementation; and dedication to the landscape industry. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Stop whining and get going— you have 'enough'! by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post How many times a day do you hear the word"ENOUGH" come out of our mouth or into your brain. Let's just look at damage that this word does to all of us. 1. I don't have ENOUGH time! How many times do you say this one? We all have the same hours in every single day. Enough time to clean it the way your momma made you when you were a child. have to have fancy clothes to feel good and pretty in what you have. A clean pair of jeans and a bright colored shirt and make you feel like a million bucks if you will take the time to dress each morn­ ing. Once you quit wasting money and feel that you are worth it, you will get yourself one new outfit and a decent pair of lace-up shoes. You can save for them. 7. I don't have ENOUGH energy; Enough energy for what! To run a marathon? That is not what I am ask­ ing you to do. All I want is for you to start with simple morning babystep routines and evening routines and to declutter 15 minutes a day. It does not have to all be done at one time. 8. I don't have ENOUGH Love; Well for once you may be right about this one. You want to get your home or­ ganized. You never dreamed that this column was more about your attitude toward yourself. You don't have ENOUGH self love! If I can teach you to FLY; Finally Love Yourself, then your home and life come together. Have you ever been on an airplane and heard the flight attendant tell you that if the oxygen masks come down to secure yours first before you help your child or others. When you give, give, give and don't save any for you then you are left wanting. If mom­ ma ain't happy then nobody's happy! Take care of yourself; If you don't do this then who will???? Are you ready to FLY with just ENOUGH and quit WHINING!! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. LOUIES SPECIAL VALUE! now $497 Let's Build Something Together 7/16" x 4' x 8* OSB Enough time to get it right! So when we believe this lie; we stop dead in our tracks and DO NOTHING! 2. I don't have ENOUGH help around the house! Oh Boy!!! Don't get me started on this whiny attitude. If you live alone, it is just you. Single parents don't have any one to whine too or nag either. You don't hear them complain about this. There are no ex­ cuses for this attitude. If you will set the example in love you will have the help. 3. I don't have ENOUGH money! We have all said this one; over and over again. Do you want to know the truth of the matter? Rita Davenport taught me. If money will fix it; it is not a problem. If we will quit wasting our money on quick fixes we will have all we need. Say no to buying more clutter! This will hap­ pen once the clutter is out of your home. You will find a new freedom from letting go of your clutter. Not only will you have more open clear spots in your home, but you will also have the money that you didn't waste on the clut­ ter. This goes for fast food, yard sale bargains and de­ partment store sales. When you start filling that hole that is in your soul with love, you will no longer need to just dump anything in there to make you feel better. 4. I don't have ENOUGH storage: Yes you do, but you have clutter taking over its space. Let go of the clutter and you won't have to spend money on those storage units. By only having things around you that you love and use; your clutter will have to find a new home. That will re­ lease the space for the things you love. 5.1 don't get ENOUGH re­ spect. Do you want to know why; Because you don't re­ spect yourself first. You don't need outside admiration when you value yourself. You have to show a little to get a little. This goes even farther than this. The more you give the more you will get. Give it to yourself and reap what you sow! 6. I can't dress well be­ cause I don't have ENOUGH nice clothes. This goes back to the respect issue. You don't •Use for roof and wall construction •Recommended for covered use #12212 ( OWENS CORNING TOP CHOICE LUMBER Discount off listed prlco taken at register. Offer valid 3/22/07 through 3/26/07. 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Lowe's and the gable desiqn are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. 070393 001/070393/030 T �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Technology students take part in competition Several of the students from the Ashe County High School's Technology Student Associa­ tion recently competed in the Northwest Regional Compe­ tition at Appalachian State University. The students meet after school to work on compe­ titions. The students competed in several competitions. Bobby Potter won first place in Trans­ portation Modeling. Each year this competition involves designing a vehicle to certain criteria. This year the compe­ tition criteria involved design­ ing a prototype of a car based on the muscle cars of the 60s and 70s. In addition to design­ ing the car and developing a design portfolio, Bobby had to create a scaled prototype to match his concept drawings. Kelly Barr, Nikishia Stansberry and Cynthia Kastl won first place in Desktop Publish­ ing. In this competition the students had to create an ac­ tual newspaper highlighting the TSA's activities. They also had to create a promotional poster and a tri-fold pamphlet that can be used to recruit members into the TSA chap­ ter. Nikishia Stansberry and Cynthia Kastl won first place in Agriculture and Biotech­ nology. In this competition the students choose a current topic, conduct research, devel­ op a presentation and a dis­ play that highlights their re­ search. The students are also interviewed and questioned by judges regarding their re­ search and project. Nikishia Photo by Thelma Kastl Technology students included: (front row, l-r): Nikishia Stansberry, Cynthia Kastl; (second row, l-r): Andrew Gilley, Keith Wilcox; (third row, l-r): Andy Wright, Adam Trivette; (fourth row, l-r): Logan Scott, Matt Church; (back row, l-r): Daniel Farmer, Jacob Day. Not pictured: Chris Roland, Justin Sheets Postmaster meets with Rep. Foxx and Cynthia's research and project focused on Genetically Enhanced Food Production. The team of Anand Patel, Adam Trivette and Keith Wilcox placed second in the Technology Bowl. They were the defending champions from last year's competition. This op five/ Photo courtesy of Rep. Foxx West Jefferson's Postmaster, Drew Martin stopped by Rep. Virginia Foxx's office this after­ noon to discuss issues that affect the postal service. I've attached a picture of Mr. Martin and Rep. Foxx taken this afternoon at Foxx's Washington Office. Mr. Martin's children are also included in the picture with Foxx. They are (left to right) Jeff, 13; Jessi, 17; and Anna, 16. Please let me know if you would like any additional information on this. Scots to gather April 7 Find out about "Scot's Who Have" contributed so much to our nation, especially in the Appalachian region. On Bruce and has also appeared on such television channels as BBC, History & Discovery. Join us for a day that will have something for the whole family. For details contact www.jeffersonlandingclub. com or 336-982-6405. /§) Exposing The Truth About Wind Energy Industrial Wind Plants could possibly destroy the beauty, wildlife and economics of the Mountain and Coastal regions of North Carolina while providing virtually no energy benefits. We need your support. Visit our website: www.keepersoftheblueridge.com Attention People with Medicare: The clock is ticking! <b<b$i w o r k s h o 7p s Wednesdays Starting Match 14 will have the opportunity to celebrate Tartan Day at Jef­ ferson Landing in Jefferson. National Tartan Day recog­ nizes the contributions of the Scots in the US and around the world. A day of bagpipes, food, merchants, kids activi­ ties, heritage demonstrations including dancing, blacksmithing and stories will be just a few of the highlights. Special musical guest this year will be Albannach from Glasgow, Scotland with their unique brand of "pipes and drums." Also featured will be David Ross (pictured), a noted author and historian that has written about Wil­ liam Wallace and Robert the competition involves the team taking a written examination and then going head-to-head with another team to answer questions about technology. The team of Jacob Day and Daniel Farmer finished third in Technology Problem Solv­ ing, which is a competition where the students are given a situation, a limited amount of time and resources and are then given a problem to solve. This year's competition in­ volved designing, creating and testing a device that would pull a balloon off of a table unassisted using a limited amount materials. Adam Trivette, Andy Wright, and the team of Chris Roland and Justin Sheets competed in Dragster design, which is a competition that allows the students to de­ sign, build and race a balsa wood racecar. Although the students did not win a trophy they all placed in the top ten. 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M0006_GH_22255 PFFS No NC 03/07 �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Teamwork Teamwork. That is ultimately what brought Michael Auberry, the Boy Scout lost in Doughton Park, home. As news of his disap­ pearance began to spread Saturday afternoon, all the "lines" that sometimes divide us up disappeared. There were no counties or states, or jurisdictions. There was just a lost boy, and a lot of men and women determined to find him. Our region's fire depart­ ments and rescue squads turned out in force—as did some from as far away as Kentucky. Volunteers, in groups and as individuals, headed to McGrady, offer­ ing to help in anyway they could. In fact, those lead­ ing the search effort actu­ ally had almost too many volunteers, and had to be selective. But, as Michael's dad Kent said after the res­ cue, everyone's efforts were appreciated. The volunteers ranged from those out in the woods to a solitary man who bicy­ cled back and forth along the Blue Ridge Parkway Monday evening—just in case the boy had come out somewhere between Brinegar Cabin and the Highlands District Ranger Station. Some of the most impor­ tant volunteers were owners of search and rescue dogs. They brought their expen­ sive and highly trained dogs many miles, purely as vol­ unteers, then trekked with them hour after hour in the wilderness. Finally, it was one team, Gandalf, a Shiloh shepherd, and his owner, Misha Marshall, who found Michael. Now, as Michael Auberry rests and recuperates under the tender care of his relieved parents, we need to look at some lessons to be learned from this experi­ ence. Those lines we men­ tioned, which divide us into states and counties, are handy enough for sports rivalries. Other than that, however, thinking as small units instead of as a region has done this area very little good. All it took, how­ ever, was a crisis like this to remind us of our common interests and goals—in this case, helping a family get back their child. That is the first lesson we need to remember, long after this incident is just a footnote in our history. A second lesson to remember is to never give up. Sometimes, we in Ashe County get hooked into a negativism that is selfdefeating. The volunteers searching that mountain never gave up; Michael's parents never gave up. We can use that sort of positive and determined outlook to help us forge a better future for our county and our region. Glossy garbage Letters to the Editor Foxx's record Who makes us ugly? Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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Raleigh Governor 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 way of saying so. Who are these people who make our county so ugly - are they a club? Perhaps Brooke's older sister helped the Class of '06 spray-paint their "ma­ turity" at graduating all over the county. Maybe one of those "adults" threw her baby's dirty diaper out on the highway in front of Westwood School. Perhaps it is a neigh­ bor who cannot manage to tie trash down in his truck so it' blows all over Beaver Creek School Road. Did a brother or boyfriend urinate in the door­ ways of stores in West Jeffer­ son? Maybe a cousin thinks it is fun to push shopping carts down banks, and a girlfriend threw her fast food junk in the creek. Is this carelessness, laziness or a conspiracy? I would be horrified if ei­ ther of the adults I raised did these things. At what age does a family learn respect and responsibility? If a senior in high school is not aware that his or her county, town and neighborhood deserve respect, when will they learn and who will teach them? And where is evidence of the state, county and towns' responsibilities? The trash in the creek in the pretty park has been there for weeks - seventeen different pieces. The state mowers go right over the trash - either leav­ ing it behind or grinding it up. Junk cars are still litter­ ing our fields - a county law has been passed, but it does not seem to be enforced. Busi­ nesses, especially along the roads, could alleviate the trash by a ten-minute pickup once a week. And home and lot owners could do their part on their properties. One hardware store has had trash in its yard, hanging from trees, fouling the creek for three years. Friends and I do highway duty in front of our church every week, a small effort, but satisfying. Some brave magistrate could take the responsibility to fine the loiterers and those befouling the stores and streets by sen­ tencing hours of community service - perhaps clearing side streets of trash or scraping up gum from the sidewalks of the courthouse and hospital. Personal respect and re­ sponsibility should and can Gov. Michael F. Easley 217 Russell Senate Office Building Jefferson Post • ^ | f | Sen. Elizabeth Dole Mailroom Department Postmaster, send address changes to: U1CE**, ..,#0(3! Contact your representatives Senate Washington, DC, NC 20510 House of Representatives Senate Sen. Steve Goss 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919) 733-5742 Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building House of Representatives Washington, DC 20515 Rep. Cullie Tarleton phone: 202-225-2071 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 1 MA THE MASTERMIND WUblUE BAU 1m X PINWED To the Editor: Almost a year ago I wrote a letter that appeared in this paper on the subject of "soft porn" magazines with strong sexual content that are sold in plain view at the check­ outs of all the grocery stores here in Ashe Co. I challenged Christians, ministers, anyone concerned about this to join or contact me to confront this problem-not a single person responded! I contacted a local religious organization with 50+ churches who claimed they would help and all they did was water it down and did nothing! Do Ashe Countians ap­ prove of porn sold in grocery stores? Do you not find maga­ zines that degrade women, encourage and promote sexu­ al promiscuity to our teens, a problem at the checkout of a "family" grocery store? This is not about censor­ ship or dictating what a busi­ against controlling gas price ness can sell, it's about com­ gouging, voted to award HAL­ LIBURTON contracts even mon decency and respect for when the Pentagon's own women and our children. So audit found $100 million of again, I challenge any and the contracts in Iraq were un­ all Ashe Countians to con­ tact me or join me in telling reasonable, opposed expand­ ing access to the military's Ingles, Lowes, and Food Lion TRICARE health insurance to move the magazines like program to thousands of Re­ Cosmopolitan back to their servists and National Guard magazine section and make it members, even though 20% a choice, not force it on all at of all Reservists do not have the checkout. health insurance and 40% of Reservists age 19-35 lack Dave Gale Lansing heath coverage, also, while tuition cost for schools are ris­ ing for Americans, she voted to cut Federal Student Aid by $12.7 billion, the biggest cut in history. I could go on and on but the facts the Republican party of Ashe County have to face are To the Editor: that she uses them for photoWhen I saw the article in ops and only shows up for the the Post about the Republi­ parties. I beg the Republican cans' annual meeting, and Party of Ashe County to in­ that Virginia Foxx, Repub­ vite Rep. Virginia Foxx to an lican from our own 5th Dis­ open town meeting and see if trict, was the guest speaker, she shows. She will not show I had to remind myself just because she does not want to who Virginia Foxx really answer the hard questions. is. I hope the voters of Ashe I close by asking the voters County can remember: Jack of Ashe County: Is the person Abramoff, guilty of evading we need to help this county taxes, conspiring to bribe with real problems such as law makers, illegal campaign health care, child care, and funds to help elect certain care for our troops over seas congressmen, and got eleven and coming home, and impor­ years in prison, and owes the tant education issues, Virgin­ IRS $26.7 million. Tom DeLay ia Foxx? (R-Texas), thrown out of con­ gress and indicted for illegal Bill Bullock campaign funds. I just wanted Laurel Springs to remind the voters of Ashe County that Rep. Virginia Foxx accepted $15,000.00 of bad money from Tom DeLay and $5,000.00 from Bob Ney, the first congressman to plead guilty to the Jack Abramoff investigation, to fund her last To the Editor: run for congress. Most con­ I went to the lovely park gressmen who accepted the behind the Ashe County Pub­ illegal money from Abramoff/ lic Library yesterday. Brooke DeLay gave the money back had been there first. She felt to a charity. I ask that Ms. compelled by ego to write her Foxx give the $20,000.00 to name in two-foot letters with a charity in the 5th District. bright pink, blue and yellow Think how $20,000.00 could chalk all over the sidewalk help with health care or child - for yards and yards. By the care in Ashe County. way, Steve, she trashed your After taking illegal money, name there also. I think she Rep. Foxx voted with Tom De- likes you. It is a shame she Lay 81% of the time, voted could not find a more private PAGE 4A FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 be learned at home - early. It can be practiced in the churches and schools. Then adult civic respect and re­ sponsibility becomes a matter of fact. Brooke - and everyone else - please quit degrading our lovely county. It is your home too. Miranda Miles West Jefferson Planning needed To the Editor: Let me see if I can recall the various crises in Ashe County over the past sev­ eral years. In 2007 we have the wind farm controversy. In the past we had problems with the location of the new jail and the placement of an asphalt plant. What will be the next issue to face us later this year next year or maybe five years down the road? Could it be a huge hog farm operation or maybe a 2000 home development on one of the more scenic sites of the New River? Perhaps it will be some other "polluting indus­ try". Doesn't anyone see that the basic problem is not the wind farm or asphalt plant or the location of the jail but the fact that no politician or Ashe County resident is willing to face the truth that we need to develop a plan for growth and development for the county. Everyone hates the word zon­ ing because they view it as an infringement of their right to do as one pleases with their property. However, unless the people and the politicians face the this issue head on we will go from one asphalt plant to wind turbines to junk yards to whatever and then we will all wonder what happened to our beautiful mountain county and the quality of life every­ one talks about today. If we do not develop some type of plan that allows for economic and geopolitical growth while preserving our environment we are doomed to go from one crisis to another as we watch what we hold dear disappear. Peter Zwadyk Glendale Springs Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FROM THE FRONT FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 PAGE 5A ___ Rescue continued from front page southern boundary of Doughton Park. From the start of Grassy Gap Fire Road, five trails stretch out, rising up to the Parkway above and the Bluffs Trail, which serves to link them near the summit. The Scouts planned to enjoy hiking these rugged trails over the weekend. In eight weeks, the leaves will have returned, and the purple flowers of rhododen­ dron blossomed. Tourists by the thousands would have been in the park over a week­ end, with many using the trail system. The Bluffs Lodge, one of the few lodging facilities on the Parkway, as well as a restaurant, gas station and campground would be open. But in mid-March Doughton Park is still closed, with few visitors and no facilities open. There was another fac­ tor this weekend. The week before had seen spring-like conditions in the mountains, but a cold front had drifted through at the end, and tem­ peratures had fallen sharply. It would be a cold campout for Troop 230. Michael had come welldressed, thanks to his par­ ents, Kent Auberry and Deb­ bie Hayes. He had a red outer coat, with reflective stripes, plus a fleece-lined inner coat. Stuck in the pockets were gloves and a warm hat - but he preferred the Carolina ball cap he wore. Saturday, March 17 Troop 230's scouts rose ear­ ly Saturday morning - all but one. Michael Auberry said he wanted to sleep in rather than join the other boys in a hike. One scout leader remained behind with him, while the others headed off exploring. Around noon, they returned to the campsite. Michael and the leader greeted them, and all settled in for lunch. At about 12:30 p.m., some­ one noticed Michael was no longer there. The scouts and their leaders looked around the immediate area, but found no trace of the boy. At 1 p.m., they called the park rangers. A routine camping trip was about to become na­ tional news. It is not unusual for camp­ ing grounds to temporarily lose members, according to Park Ranger Tina White, who served as public information officer during the search for Michael Auberry. "We often get calls saying one group has not come back when expect­ ed," she said. Usually, it takes a little time for the missing parties to make their appear­ ance. That was the initial hope as the search began for the boy. Thanks to the quick deci­ sion of the scout leaders to get help, the rangers had almost six hours of daylight to search. They fanned out, checking trails and calling his name. But there was no answer. "The situation became critical as far as we were concerned when darkness came," Ranger White said. It was dark, being just one day before the new moon, and there are no lights in the ba­ sin section of Doughton Park, and only a few homes dot the mountain along Long Bottom Road. To the west of the park, Thurmond Chatham State Game Lands are even more remote, and to the east is Stone Mountain State Park. Pool photo by Lynn Hey, News & Record Rangers shield Michael Auberry from the cameras as he and his parents, Kent Auberry (left) and Debbie Hayes (center) emerge from a ranger station where the family was reunited after searchers found the missing scout Tuesday morning. Worse than the darkness was the cold. Saturday night saw the mercury fall almost to 20 degrees, a temperature that can produce frostbite on ex­ posed skin and cause hypo­ thermia - a clinical term for the body's core temperature dropping, sometimes to the point of death. More searchers were called in as the hours passed without a sign of Michael. But dark­ ness changed things. It was no longer safe to blow whis­ tles or call the boy's name, be­ cause he might injure himself running blindly towards res­ cuers. There was also concern for the safety of the searchers themselves. Still, a scaleddown search effort continued all night. Sunday, March 18 Sunday dawned bitterly cold, with a wind, in the valley below the Blue Ridge. Kent Auberry and Debbie Hayes had spent the night huddled in their vehicle, refusing to leave the immediate area while Michael was lost. Up the mountain, no one is sure exactly where right now, Michael also awoke. He may have spent the freezing night under tree branches or leaves—that was what the Scouts had taught him to do to help survive cold weather. The number of volunteers and media both continued to swell throughout the day. Be­ cause their vehicles were par­ tially blocking Long Bottom Road, a media center was set up at McGrady Volunteer Fire Department on N.C. 18. One by one, the TV vans and other vehicles headed away from the staging area. The mood remained up­ beat throughout the day, but there was little progress to report. One team found foot­ prints that could have been Michael's—but there was no way to verify that without time and resources that were not available on the moun­ tain. Another team discov­ ered a spot where it appeared someone had sat on a rock and drawn in the dirt with a stick. The hours of tension told on the family, and that news made Michael's dad break down in tears temporarily. Somewhere on the moun­ tain, Michael's thirst finally overcame his concerns. He knelt at a stream and drank deeply on the mountain wa­ ter. And he said a prayer that it wouldn't make him sick. At some point, perhaps Saturday, Michael abandoned his plan to hitchhike. All he NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Proposed Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Town of Jefferson, NC Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held by the Jefferson Board of Aldermen at the Town Hall on the 26th of March, 2007, at 7:00 pm, for the purpose of considering an amendment to the zoning ordinance. The proposed amendment is as follows: wanted to do now was find his scout troop. He stayed on the move, looking for them. Night was not welcome. Once again, the mercury dropped sharply, back into the low 20s. There was no moon, and only a relative handful of the most experienced search­ ers were allowed to keep look­ ing. Above, at least one he­ licopter was flying. It was equipped with infrared sens­ ing gear, designed to pick out "hot spots." Though usable anytime, such equipment is most effective at night, Rang­ er White explained, when the difference between a human body and the air temperature is dramatically different. But the air search did not find any sign of the boy. On the ground, a dive team arrived in the darkness. "They told us they were go­ ing to search a stream," Kent Auberry recalled. That was a white lie to spare the fam­ ily: the divers were headed to a small dam located in the upper portions of the basin area. If Michael had fallen above there, his body might be in the pooled water. "That was the toughest time for us," his father said. "That was the one time we were hoping the searchers didn't find Michael." Fortunately, the divers found nothing behind the dam. Monday, March 19 The third day of searching dawned clear and warmer in McGrady. Michael's family and the people leading the search remained "very opti­ mistic," Ranger White told the dozens of media gathered at the fire department. The day's work resembled Sunday's efforts. Fresh teams from an increasingly expand­ ing area arrived, while some searchers, exhausted from the round-the-clock hiking, head­ ed home, but only after new ones took their place. The tracking dogs kept at their work, but the clues were inconclusive. None of the ani­ mals had been able to identify a direct route leading to Mi­ chael. At around 2 p.m. that af­ ternoon, a cable news net­ work announced an Amber Alert had been issued for Mi­ chael. The phones in the fire department rang constantly, as media outlets from as far away as Los Angeles sought information on what now ap­ peared to be a suspected ab­ duction—of which no one in the search team was aware. A call by this newspaper to the N.C. Department of Crime Control and Public Safety de­ termined no such alert had been issued—only a missing person report, filed by the Wil­ kes County Sheriffs Office. The spectre of abduction appeared once more Monday. Late in the day, an unidenti­ fied man stopped at the fire department and reported see­ ing a boy get in a truck on N.C. 18. But under close ques­ tioning by officials, it became clear this was not Michael. This night, Michael's par­ ents had the spare comforts of a RV brought in to serve as a command center. Tuesday, March 19 The wear was showing on Ranger Tina White. At the morning press conference, she stressed she was "still very optimistic." But concern was becoming evident—and with good reason. Weather reports had called for rain showers overnight, but the dry air had sapped the strength of the weak sys­ tem and only sprinkles were reported in the area. "Rain is worse than snow," White had told reporters Monday. Unlike snow, a soaking rain ruins the insulating protection of cloth­ ing and speeds the onset of hypothermia. Hypothermia is a medical term applied to what happens when the body's core tempera­ ture drops. If a person is inac­ tive, it can be caused by tem­ peratures in the 50s. As long as the core temperature re­ mains above 95 degrees, there is nothing more than feeling very cold and shivering, some­ times violently. But when the shivering stops, the core tem­ perature is below 90 degrees and the situation is serious. Below 86 degrees requires im­ mediate medical treatment in a hospital setting; 80 or below is fatal except in certain un­ usual circumstances. The weather had cooper­ ated into Tuesday morning, but there was bad news in the forecast. Tuesday night would bring a strong possibility of heavy showers. Heavy rain could turn the placid creeks of Doughton Park into rivers— and potential death traps. Michael had not eaten in over 60 hours, or had fresh water for the same period. No on't Worry. We'll Always Be Here. headed down the mountain, walked Michael Auberry. Rescue Conferring by radio, the team that found the lost scout and the search leaders deter­ mined that they would not have him attempt to walk back. An impromptu stretcher was set up, and rescuers real­ ized Michael had fallen asleep as they gently carried down to the waiting ranger vehicle. The adrenaline that had kept him moving for three days and had kept the hunger pains manageable was gone. From the site where he was found, the boy was transported first to the district ranger sta­ tion, located at the southern end of Doughton Park. After a reunion with his parents, Mi­ chael headed by ambulance to Wilkes Regional Medical Cen­ ter in Wilkesboro. The news there was good. Michael was badly scratched. He had fallen in a creek, and his ball cap and glasses were missing. But there was no sign of hypothermia. He was dehydrated, and he was given an IV to provide fluids quick­ ly. His first meal was chicken fingers, but what he really wanted was some cookies. By the time his father, along with his maternal uncle Michael Hayes, Scout leaders and other friends, emerged from the hospital to meet with the press at about 4:40 p.m. Tuesday, Michael was able to send out his thanks for all the people who made his res­ cue possible—plus a special thanks to Gandalf. He also had a plea: that Ms. Self— Patti Self, a teacher at Mendenhall Middle School, where Michael attends—would let him do makeup work. There was one request he did not get: a helicopter ride to the hospital. Around 6:30 p.m., the skies opened over the mountains and a heavy rain began to fall along the crest. By then, Mi­ chael, his family and the hun­ dreds of rescuers who brought them back together were safe and dry. SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM ilninlnlnlnio Theatre One [GJG1G1' The Last Mimzy Theatre Two Wild Hogs cm*lE1G151G15]C Movie schedule for larch 23 - 29, 200 lElGIEiElBic Since 1957 the Boone Family has served Ashe County families. 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Zone the property from Residential to Highway Business owned by Maria Treto. Parcel Identifier 09263-001-428. Cathy L. Howell, Town Clerk one would say it aloud, and most tried hard not to think it, but there was little ques­ tion time was running out for the boy lost on the mountain. A critical meeting had tak­ en place late Sunday. Frus­ trated after a day and a half of searching, the key leaders of the effort gathered to plan. "We made a change in tactics then," said Ranger Bauer. The team looked over the topo­ graphic maps before them, and marked out 35 segments. Here, based on their years of experience in the wilderness, they believed was the best chance of finding Michael, by searching every foot. The new plan began with the sunrise. Sixty teams were set up, those with dogs were given the scent, and they be­ gan to head out on their as­ signments. Team 51 had four mem­ bers, three of them human. Two, both women, belonged to the South Carolina Rescue and Search Dog Association, while the third, a man, was with the Traphill Volunteer Fire Department. The fourth member was a male Shiloh shepherd—a rare breed known for their intelligence and determination—named Gandalf. They headed up the mountain to their segment. While the three humans could only look, blow whistles and shout Michael's name, Gandalf had an amazing skill. Unlike tracking dogs—ones who run, nose down along the ground—he is an air searcher. His training made him able to pick up the unique smell of an individual person up to a quarter mile away. Amid the countless odors arising among the creeks and thick woods, GandalFs brain could process out that one smell he had sniffed hours earlier. The four were heading up the mountain near Basin Creek Trail, about 800 meters from the campsite where Mi­ chael had left Saturday, when Gandalf suddenly stopped and give his owner his special sign: he nodded his head three times. Across a small creek, �FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 PAGE 6A JEFFERSON POST ESPN Radio hosts likes beerless NCAA event CHICAGO (BP)-ESPN Ra­ dio's Mike Greenberg of "Mike & Mike in the Morning"said it was "kind of fun" to attend an NCAA tournament game where beer was not sold. Greenberg, on the March 19 show, said the absence of beer made a difference in the crowd's behavior. "I took my 6-year-old daugh­ ter and my 8-year-old nephew to the tournament games on Friday night at United Center in Chica­ go," Greenberg recounted to cohost Mike Golic and a national audience. "We saw Kansas play Niagara, a 16 [seed] versus a 1." , sold at this game, but I '°n t think you would have to be plnstein to'put those together," ^nberg added. he next time someone thinks J fans' behavior has nothing to do with the fact that they're drunk, Greenberg Greenbe: said, they should reconsider, I ve sometimes said that, . n0t so you know, 'It's ^f^e'it's the much the drunk, ^y ^ least drunk," Gl^enbe,fsS'drunk waS that day the not-so-c kind of fun." BACK TO THE BIBLE (West Jefferson Church of Christ) God's Way When we look at the world today there are many who are not doing things God's way. The way people are living is not the way God set forth in his word for them to live. So many people are ^ traveling the road paved with destruction. If people are going to make it to Heaven they must trave ^ road narrow road. Matthew 7:13-14, "Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in there at: Because strai ^ the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.' W hen we look at these verses there are two different ways. The broad way, which leads to condemnation or t t Return To Vour ItfTTTO <3am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in Me will never die. John 11:25 © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved. Mike Greenberg is co-host of ESPN Radio's "Mike & Mike in the Morning," a weekday talk show. Greenberg also took along a sold because it was a college former ESPN producer, who vol­ game, Greenberg said he noticed unteered to make a trip to the something. concession stand at the begin­ "Now, I don't know that there ning of the game to buy popcorn is a direct correlation between for the children and beer for him these two things, but there was and Greenberg. no beer sold at this game, and "We were sitting right behind let me tell you there was nothing the Kansas student section, and around us that made me even the Niagara student section is remotely uncomfortable," Green­ not far away," Greenberg said, berg said. The fans were going back "and there are a lot of obviously hardcore fans around us, peo­ and forth with each other in a ple wearing the colors of their perfectly friendly, jovial, nice way. schools — mostly Kansas, as you Everyone around us was into the would imagine. game and cheering and yelling, "And I got a little nervous but there was no profanity, there because I mostly go to football was nothing uncomfortable, games, and I've got a 6-year-old there was no hint of anything and an 8-year-old with me, and that might turn into a fight or I'm thinking, 'Boy, you know, anyone using any language or I hope this thing doesn't get - anything that you'd be uncom­ - I don't know how I'm going to fortable around a 6- and an 8handle this if it really gets un­ year-old," he said. "Now I can't sit here and comfortable.'" When the friend returned and tell you that it was exclusively reported that no beer was being because there was no alcohol strait way, which leads to life. It is up to us to make sure we are on the narrow way. There are some that think they know more than God so they go their own way. Jeremiah 10:23, "O Lord, I know that the way of man is not in himself: it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps." We are to use God and His word to direct our steps in the ways of righteousness. Proverbs 14; 12, "There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death." The only way that is right is God's way. To be right with God we must do and fol ow the ways of God. No one knows more than God does, so we should listen to His word and obey what says. Everything that pertains to a godly life must be done God's way. We must accept the wot t of God. We have no right to alter or change what God has already said. Revelation 22:18-19, "For testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, if any man shall at unto these things, God shall add into him the plagues that are written in this book. And il any man shall take away from the words of the book this prophesy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book. no help. Whatever Gods way has said we are to obey. We must not try to lean upon ourselves, but we must learn to lean upon God and His word. If we are going to make it as Christians we must do things God's way. If we try to do things our way, it will lead us to destruction. The way to heaven is making sure we are walking in the narrow path. Douglas Frazier "2 Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail y City.-. Zip: Phone: ( Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Baldwin Community Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Pastor Douglas Hardin - 877-9075 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson. NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. feetltei Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd(l mi. offHwy 221) SUNDAY - Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - (Prayer A Outreach) Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmouiitain@skyhest.com WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry, Teen lime) Church of Christ at West Jefferson 221 Harnett St., (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship Service* 11:00 am <5 6:00 put Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday School -10:00 a.m. • Preaching -11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Preaching - 6:00 p.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases dc ESL Servicios a las-7:00PM Nursery provided for all services "Join us iii worship to Christ" Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" _ Rev. Keith Casey 1 IS East Main SL, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School Sunday School 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service Worship <£ Praise 11:00 a.m. 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • EE.A.M. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Wednesday»Prayer Meeting North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion (Episcopalian) "Loves you and wants you Holy Trinity Church Glendale Springs 10:00 a.m. lo fellowship with us every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Paslor Rick Miller Rev. JT.Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 South St. (just off East Main). Jefferson, NC (336)246*9642 Sunday School - 10:00AM Phone - 982-3076 Warrensville United Methodist Church Office Phone: H6-982-94I0 • Rev. bnnie Jones • Paslor V Crumpler. NC Sunday School - 9:00 d.m. Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Worship Services -10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service* 11:00A.M. Suiulax Evening Services • 6:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. We invite you to join us for a God centered. Mt. Paddy Church Pastor: Tim Roten Worship Times: Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Worship -10:30 A.M. Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. 846-7481 We have a nursery and children churchesavailable Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan f/y , 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Sunday Evening Worship • 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study • 7:00PM Bible School - 10:00 AM Nursery provided for all services Sabbath Worship • 11:15 AM Welcome Home Baptist Church St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Smethport Independant 246*9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 am Saturday Evening Mass • Pastor James T. Sechrest Baptist Church 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West. Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m. 5:00PM English & 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for limes Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building hv Faith Promise West Jefferson United Methodist Church Comer of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM 192 Church Street Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy 16 Rev. David GrinneU • 982-2080 Worship • 11:00 AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Casual & Contemporary Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Friendship Baptist Church 846-3954 Non-Denominational 891 Friendship Baptist Church KdJefTerson, NC Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Family Time Fellowship - 9:30AM Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Cornerstone Fellowship Barnetl St. * West Jefferson Billy Robinson • Pastor Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 10:0(1 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Sendee 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00a.m. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church "Come as you arc, you will be laved" Big Flatts Baptist Church Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence family worshipping experience. Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Jefferson United Methodist Church We would love to have you come worship with us. Evening Sendee 6:30p.m. Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 164 Big Pincy Creek Road • Lansing, NC 384-9124-Cell: 977-4648 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Sendee Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Blue Ridge Worship Center Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11:00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Minister Creighton Beatty 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Deep Ford Rd.. iMitsing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 "A Church focused • on faith, family & the future" Pastor: Johnny Johnson Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Community Care 6:00PM Beaver Creek Christian Church Bethany United Methodist Church SeffLdAate B f t t Glut/icli axu Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Sunday School 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship Service -11:00am Sunday Evening Worship • J:00pm Wednesday Evening • 7:60pm ). Mail Request to: WJ Church of Christ, P0 Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Assembly of God Church 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd„ West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study Name: Address: State: Pastor George Norris Corner of taw-Roland & McNeil Sis • Jefferson 188 West - Left on McNeil. One Block) It 's very important that we do not take away from or add to the word of God because the word of needs Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 246-2979 I Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM 336-384-3391 Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4(h) • 7:00PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School ~ 10:00AM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Worship - I 1:00AM Youth Sendees - Sunday • 6:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van Transportation Available Visitors become family We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 * Continental Frame Shop * * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth * * Member of the"Wc Cart Program' using Safcty-Klecn Environmental Service * Corner of Hwy. . 221 & Cherry St. PlSg&l Jefferson -Hut 336-246-3367 Mountain Aire Compliments of KVANNOY & SONS Steukliou5e (Just off A6he Park Road) Weekly Specialties Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm Hwy 16 336-932-9321 CONSTRUCTION it 163 Intersection COMPANY Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 yJAff w Sears /s/ DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP 502 Jefferson Ave. ^ 336-246-8806 246-7131 203 East 1" Street »West Jefferson, NC OCHEVROLET Convenient 7 Days A Week WlDXER (joXSTHt'CTIOX BILL 1IAKT COXSTlll'trnOX Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Commercial and Residential Hauling &.Trackhoe Work PO Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 336-246-6482 Fax; 246-6402 » Dr Pepper J;j Bottling Company NC Inspections ATF Service Minor Repairs Tire Sales West Jefferson I Auto Express Kwik Lube, Inc. Owner/Manager - David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC •246-5945 \ Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment BLUERiDGE rioctrie memltorohlp corp. <9 Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County for over 20 Years WT<*KIMMW I.<*•»>:>' I'MIHCT ) The Jewel Shoppe H&W Oil Company 24-HOUR BURNS SERVICE • CITGO 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Your Fufl Service OH Company Call 846-9241 Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 Ronnie Hopkins OINTI CHEESE ASHE C FyOvMoaMiCMtrCtMt at Oar FrertChnwd Better 106 K. Mam St. 246-2501 All Praise Be Tu God Tor Our Success" 828/ 262-3700 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 P ^PG Points 3-M Products ||j|9 Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little h Boone, NC 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 wiviv.ashemetttorial.org 739 US Hwy 221 Bus Mt. Jefferson Oil We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Uv ' i;«f/$/v»«.'.Y>-24W>795 "Complete tine of Building Supplies" Seafood & 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC vicVrt ^ Old Hwy. 221-S. Beaver Creek • West Jefferson I Isvy. 16 S. Cileinliile Spring-• 136 ''82 1714 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. 246-4591 Ashe County Builders Supply BURGESS & SON BODY SHOP 246-6077 iHt 4c -k**************** Pi:i0Wf{ Mon Sat - 8 30AM Pollarcl Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson» NC 336-846-4176 Now Open for Sunday Lunch 336-246-5222 • Downtown WJ 108 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson BOumak 'MMCK 336-246-7077 Evenings PONTIAC BUICK' Hwy 421 • Boone, NC (jMCZ 828-264-9051 _ cHEvmurr www.mackbrownlnc.com CDoidsmobiie •OjboFo. fdocuie Kultoia, 9cic Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson VIETRI HLASERS OpenfofLjiiich&Dinner West Jefferson 246-9969 M&P1 We Build Your Home -1-- The Way You Wdiit It HOMf'* www.classichomes Ly Intersection US 22I & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A COMMUNITY NEWS Jerkins joins the staff at Boone Family Funeral Science Olympiad teams win trophies Ashe County Middle School Science Olympiad Varsity and Junior Varsity teams compet­ ed at a regional tournament on February 17th in Hickory. The Varsity team was com­ posed of 8th graders and the Junior Varsity team consisted of 7th graders. The Varsity team won 2 first place, 3 sec­ ond place, 2 third place, and 3 fourth place awards. This earned the team a 4th place overall in the tournament, and entitled them to compete at the state tournament to be held at NC State Univer­ sity in Raleigh on April 20th and 21st. The Junior Varsity team won 9 first place, 6 sec­ ond place, and 4 third place awards. This performance earned them a 1st place in the Junior Varsity Division. The Ashe County Middle School Science Olympiad team would like to thank coach­ es Martha Edmonds, Anita Katz, and John Edmonds for time well spent. Thanks also go to additional coaches Da­ vid Thompson, Josh Church, Mitchell Mash, and Dawn Zachary. Without their con­ tributions, the success that the ACMS Science Olympiad teams have enjoyed over the past three years would not be possible. Boone Family Funeral Home welcomes Richard Jer­ kins as a new addition to its staff. "We are excited to have Richard and the Jerkins fam­ ily back home. Richard was employed with us in early 2002 till 2004 when he left us due to some pressing family concerns out of state. Our cli­ ents will appreciate Richards years of experience both as a funeral director and embalmer." David Boone, owner and president of Boone Family said today. Richard is a native of Whar­ ton, Texas located in Eastern Tx near Houston. He a is a graduate of Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service in Hous-ton. He holds both fu­ neral directors and embalmer feel very blessed to be back in Ashe County", Richard said. "We can't think of a better community to live and raise our children". He enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, read­ ing and sharing in the bible, being outdoors, technical in­ novations, learning about primitive self sufficient liv­ ing practices, learning about the appalalchian mountains and the people, taking sce­ nic drives thru the county. "I take pride in help-ing my fel­ low man and helping families during one of the most diffi­ cult times in life. Our families welfare and attention to every detail of the service they plan is my utmost concern", Rich­ ard said. Dedication of new addition at the Ashe Civic Center The public is invited to an Open House and Dedication Ceremony for the new addi­ tion at the Ashe Civic Center on Saturday, March 31 from 5:30-7:00 pm. The new addi­ tion was completed last fall and is now in use. The county-owned build­ ing is governed by a board of directors with members that represent the county govern­ ment, Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil, Ashe Civic Center and the Ashe County Little Theatre. Through fundraising efforts by the Little Theatre and matching funds from the Civ­ ic Center Board, the result is a new space that will primar­ ily be used as a work space for building sets, storage of mate­ needed to deliver all of the Brigade Project will assist rials and additional access for items to the two facilities. with pickup/delivery of fur­ groups loading and unloading The Committee wishes to niture, equipment and house­ shows and concerts. thank Fraser's Restaurant hold items left behind by sell­ Jane Lonon of the Ashe who assisted with this drive ers of homes in our area. If County Arts Council acknowl­ by providing a free drink cou­ you have a vehicle and are pon to all contributors available to help us pick up The Community Action and delivery items to the Community also plans an Sharing Center, we need and April baby shower drive to appreciate your support. assist the Ashe Crisis Preg­ In addition, funds are be­ nancy Center, a scholarship ing raised for the Phoenix for Ashe County High School Project, which will provide seniors, Adopt a Highway assistance to Ashe County clean up programs and we families who lose their home are looking to add drivers to through fire or other natural our Truck Brigade. The Truck disaster. Board of Realtors raises funds for good causes in the County The Ashe County Board of Realtors recently formed Community Action Commit­ tee held its first event on March 13, 2007 at its regular monthly breakfast meeting. Realtors brought in gently used womens and childrens clothing to donate to Reviv­ ing Ophelia, the new store operated to benefit A.S.H.E. (A Safe Home for Everyone). Also donations of coats, lin­ ens and other items were pro­ vided to The Sharing Center. This first project was a great success as two SUV's were licenses in North Carolina, Virginia and previously Tex­ as. He brings with him over 11 years of fu-neral and em­ balming experience from vari­ ous locations and different cultural regions of the south­ ern states, he has a great deal of diversity and ex-perience to offer the residents of Ashe and surrounding counties. Richard is married to Shannon Roberts Jerkins who is a native of Abingdon, VA. They are the parents of a son Liam who is 3, twin sons, Zeke and Zane who are 2, and a "soon to be" new arrival of a daughter, Abigail. They live in the Friendship community. They are a growing Christian family seeking a good commu­ nity to help contribute to. "We edges the many Ashe County folks who put forth time, mon­ ey and effort to complete the project in a timely manner. "The new space is a wonder­ ful addition to the Ashe Civic Center. It provides extra space to the Ashe County Lit­ tle Theatre and their expand­ ed season. The growth and the continued appeal of the Ashe Civic Center is an asset to the county and region." Representatives of the Ashe Civic Center, Ashe County Arts Council, the Ashe County Little Theatre and the County Commissioners will be on hand to make dedica­ tion remarks at 6:00. There will be refreshments, music and backstage tours. To cap off the evening everyone is en­ couraged to stay and see the current Little Theatre pro­ duction, Catfish Moon. Seat­ ing is reserved and tickets are available at 336-846-ARTS. Come join the arts commu­ nity in celebration of this new addition to the Ashe Civic Center. For more information please call 336-846-ARTS. 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LLCAl service marks andbadenvpks belong to Ihev respective owners uicmhh qinaic.b a �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST AGRICULTURE NC State hosts greenhouse tomato workshop A greenhouse tomato pro­ ducer from Arizona sees a virus on her tomatoes each year. Miles away in the same state, a University of Arizona lecturer has yet to find the disease in the university's greenhouse. But at the end of a Pest Management Strategic Plan workshop held at North Carolina State University, both agree that research on the virus is a priority for the nation. Concerned about the scar­ city of research into pest management alternatives for greenhouse tomatoes, Dr. Mary Peet, NC State Uni­ versity Horticultural Science Professor, organized and led a workshop to create a national pest management strategic plan for greenhouse tomatoes. The workshop was Feb. 27 at the Southern Region IPM Center on NC State's Centen­ nial Campus. Pest Management Stra­ tegic Plans list pest control methods, including biological, cultural and chemical meth­ ods, and define priorities for researchers, extension per­ sonnel and regulatory agen­ cies. The finished documents tell federal agencies such as the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Agriculture which pests can damage the commodity, what pest management methods typically control those pests, and what kinds of resources will help growers manage pests. Millions available for farmers who purchased POAST herbicide (Ada, Minnesota). Hun­ dreds of North Carolina farm­ ers who purchased the BASF herbicide POAST® may now be eligible for cash benefits from a $62.5 million fund es­ tablished from the judgment of a class action lawsuit. The lawsuit claimed that BASF Corporation fraudu­ lently marketed the same herbicide as different prod­ ucts - POAST® and POAST Plus® - at different prices in order to obtain inflated prices for POAST® from "mi­ nor crop" farmers. Minor crop farmers are growers of sugarbeets, sunflowers, potatoes, field beans, fruits and veg­ etables, and flowers. Because of another lawsuit, this class action excludes North Dako­ ta residents who purchased POAST® in North Dakota. If the distribution plan is approved by the Court, the judgment will provide for a fund to be distributed to per­ sons who submit valid claims. A class member's share of the fund will depend on the num­ ber of gallons of POAST® pur­ chased by the class member and the total number of valid claims filed. More details about the $62.5 million fund and how to file a claim are available at www.POASTclassaction.com or by calling 1-800-678-9587. "This case affects thou­ sands of farmers across the country. I encourage everyone who purchased POAST® be­ tween 1992 and 1996 to call or visit the Web site for com­ plete information about the lawsuit judgment and how to file a claim. This fund belongs to the farmers," explained Class Counsel Douglas J. Nill of Minneapolis, MN. To obtain money from the fund, class members must have purchased POAST® be­ tween January 1, 1992 and December 31, 1996 and must file a valid claim form by May 16, 2007. Proof of purchase is required to file a claim. Claim forms and information on ac­ ceptable proofs of purchase are available at the Web site www.POASTclassaction.com or can be obtained by calling 1-800-678-9587. Individuals wishing to object to the proposed distri­ bution plan and request for attorneys' fees must do so by May 9, 2007. Individuals wishing to speak about their objection must file a notice of appearance by May 9, 2007. On June 5, 2007 the court will hold a final approval hearing to consider whether to approve the proposed dis­ tribution plan and request for attorneys' fees. All potential class members are encour­ aged to visit www.POASTclassaction.com or call 1-800678-9587 to determine if they are a class member and to ob­ tain information about their legal rights and about filing a claim. This release is distributed on behalf of the POAST® Claims Administrator for the Farmers' Common Fund. Kilby's Livestock Market Inc. Sale Report for March 23, 2007 Wt. Range Kind Cow/Calf Pairs by the head Price Range 555.00 - 940.00 Heifers by the Head 425.00 - 640.00 Cows Cows Cows Cows Cows Cows Cows Cows 600 - 695 700 - 795 800 - 895 900 - 995 1000 - 1095 1100-1195 1300 -1395 1400 - 1495 Steers Steers Steers Steers Steers Steers Steers Steers '200 - 295 300 - 395 400 - 495 500 - 595 600 - 695 700 - 795 800 - 895 900 - 995 200 - 295 300 - 395 400 - 495 500 - 595 600 - 695 700 - 795 200 - 295 300 - 395 400 - 495 500 - 595 600 - 695 1000 - 1095 1100 -1195 1200 - 1295 1300 -1395 1400 -1495 1600 -1695 1700 - 1795 80.00 - 121.00 60.00 - 134.00 60.00 -124.00 60.00 -108.00 70.00 - 98.50 55.50 - 57.50 54.50 - 54.50 61.50 - 61.50 60.50 - 60.50 51.50 - 51.50 56.50 - 59.50 56.50 - 56.50 Horse protection course offered A three-day course de­ and restraint. The cost of the signed to give animal cruelty course is $200 prior to April 1, investigators information after which a $30 late fee will on acceptable treatment of be charged. 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"It's a much more important part of the retail produce industry, and the growth from the early '90s, when greenhouse toma­ toes weren't even reported separately, has been phenom­ enal." Thanks to a $25,000 Southern Region IPM Cen­ ter enhancement grant, Peet gathered a group of extension specialists, researchers and growers of greenhouse to­ matoes from around the U.S. to discuss the effectiveness of pest con­ trol methods currently being used in the greenhouse and those that might be used, if additional research and la­ bels were available. Although Peet had origi­ tomatoes are unique and unusual; they're very differ­ ent in many ways from field tomatoes. There has been practically nobody to work on greenhouse tomatoes from the research, teaching or ex­ tension areas." Within the last 10 years, however, interest in green­ house tomatoes has been growing, both within the con- 60.00 - 126.00 70.00 - 127.00 105.00 -115.00 55.00 -110.50 45.00 - 48.00 45.00 - 47.50 63.50 - 63.50 60.00 - 60.00 Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers Heifers While other fruits and veg­ etables have been the subject of university research, green­ house tomatoes have long been ignored, said Peet. "Even when research funds and personnel were available for other vegetables at land- grant colleges in the U.S., there wasn't much re­ search on greenhouse toma­ toes," Peet said. "Greenhouse nally intended the workshop to include only southern region partici­ pants, the Southern Region IPM Center recommended changing the scope to include the entire U.S. Workshop par­ ticipants came from as far as Arizona and Washington state, and as close as the NC State campus. As participants discussed the efficacy of some of the recommended chemical treat­ ments for pest control, differ­ ences emerged not only be­ tween different regions, but also between large and small greenhouse growers. As the day concluded with lists of priorities for research, education and regulatory agencies, differences evapo­ rated. Everyone agreed that greenhouse tomatoes deserve more public attention. In ad­ dition, many felt that pes­ ticide labels should specify use for greenhouse tomatoes rather than assuming simi­ larities with field tomato pest management. The completed document will recommend areas in which research and extension efforts are needed. But Peet is confident that it will spring­ board other funding opportu­ nities and attract researchers looking for topics in horticul­ ture. "We need to go through this process to find out what growers need before we can prioritize our research and extension needs," Peet said. "This meeting, which involved only 25 people, is just the be­ ginning. We hope to get feed­ back from other greenhouse growers, specialists and advi­ sors before finalizing the doc­ ument. There has been a lot of interest from around the country in the workshop, but not everyone interested was able to attend." MOTOROLA RAZR • Text messaging • Integrated speakerphone • Speed dial • M3 hearing aid compatible After $40 mail-in rebate and $20 instant rebate Limited time only! - Retail Locations West Jefferson Skyline Telephone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N West Jefferson 1447 Ml. Jefferson Rd Agents T&D Satellite Magic Video Tony Lyall West Jefferson West Jefferson 424 E. Main St. 948 Hwy 221 Business 336-2465605 336-846-3601 Requires 2 year contract on qualified rate plan. Retail price is $199. While supplies last. Certain restrictions apply. See store for details. West ^—Wireless 800-235-5007 www.carolinawest.com �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 PAGE 9 A ENTERTAINMENT Marcolivia performs at Ashe Arts Center Rhododendron pageant The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to bring the duo Marcolivia to the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Cen­ ter on this Friday evening at 7:30. Marc Ramirez and Olivia Hajioff, who form the duo Marcolivia, will perform selections for two violins Marcolivia has an exten­ sive repertoire of over 200 works by composers includ­ ing Bach, Mozart, Handel, Bartok, Paganini, Vivaldi and more. The concert will include Suite in E Minor by composer Jacques Aubert and Sonata for two violins by composer Sergei Prokifiev. There will also be selections by contemporary composers Toru Takemitsu and Alfred Schnittke. Marcolivia also will perform selections for violin and viola. Marcolivia has toured extensively throughout the United States, Rus­ sia and Europe. They have performed chamber music at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, the Ravinia Festival in Chicago and the Weill Recital Hall in Carn­ egie Hall. They perform many concerts throughout the year for students using folk music to highlight the connection between dance and music. Marcolivia will be performing on Friday for students at the Ashe County High School. Marc and Olivia have been recipients of a Fulbright fellowship and prizes from competitions including the BBC Young Musician of the Year and the European Violin Competition. The duo is on the faculty of Shenan­ doah University, Las Vegas Summer Music Festival and Dartington International Summer Festival. Tickets are $8 adults and $5 students and are avail­ able at the Ashe Arts Cen­ ter or by phone with a credit card. This program is funded early registration discount in part by a Touring-Present­ ing Program Series Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and is sponsored locally by the Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil. For tickets or information please call 336-846-ARTS. BAKERSVILLE, NC: The 61th annual North Carolina Rhododendron Festival Pag­ eant will be held on Friday, June 22nd and Saturday, June 23th in Bakersville, home of beautiful Roan Mountain. Contestants who submit their completed application and fees by April 2 will receive a $25 discount off the regular registration fee. The 2007 NC Rhododen­ dron Queen will receive a $5000 cash scholarship. The Junior Queen will receive a $1000 cash scholarship. Cash prizes will also be awarded to the runners up. Contestants in the Queen division must have graduated high school and be between 17 and 22 years of age as of July 1, 2007. These contes­ tants compete in an interview, talent, evening gown and swimsuit competition. Ju­ nior Queen contestants must be between the ages of 8 and 12 years of age as of July 1, 2007. The Junior Queen com­ petition includes interview, talent, and evening gown. All contestants must be residents of North Carolina. If you are interested in competing in this year's pageant, please contact Bob Hensley at 828-688-3541 or Beth Brewer at 828-6881066 for an application. Maggie Bishop, author of three novels that take place in the North Carolina moun­ tains, will be at Skyland Books and Gifts Saturday, March 24, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to visit with local residents and sign her books. Her books, all mystery and romantic suspense novels are "Appalachian Paradise," "Emeralds in the Snow" and the latest, "Murder at Blue Falls." Maggie settled in the mountains in 1993 and is the founder of High Country Writers, which meets regu­ larly in Boone. She's an Air Force brat who put herself through East Carolina University, a former manufacturing executive and a hiker, swimmer, golfer and skier. For more information call Skyland Books and Gifts at 846-2660. Auditions set for Writer to sign 'Into the Woods' books Saturday Audition dates have been set for Ashe County Little Theatre's summer musical, Into the Woods. Directed by Rebecca Herman, and pro­ duced by Jane Lonon, this summer's production is scheduled to run from June 21 through June 25. Auditions will be held on Appalachian State Univer­ children, and Toby as the Monday, April 2nd, at 6:30 p. sity Opera Theatre will pres­ "stagehand." During a seance, m. at the Ashe Civic Center. ent two operas by Gian Carlo however, Baba experiences Individuals will be asked to Menotti, The Telephone and an unexplainable event. Dur­ complete readings from the The Medium. Menotti wrote ing a pretend trance, she script and to sing a selection his first opera before he was feels someone or something of their choice. An accompa­ 11 and went on to become touch her, and from this mo­ nist will be provided. Into the Woods is based perhaps the most popular ment forward, Baba spirals and prolific opera composer out of control into a darkness on a book by James Lapine of his time, winning two Pu­ from which she can't hope to and features a score by Ste­ litzer Prizes. He died Febru­ emerge. However, it is those phen Sondheim. The original ary 1, 2007 in Monaco at the around her who suffer the production of Into the Woods opened on Broadway in No­ age of 95. most. The Telephone beckons us The Telephone has histori­ vember 1987 and ran for 804 back to the time of the rotary cally been used as a compan­ performances. It won the 1988 telephone. It is the story of ion piece with The Medium: Drama Critic's Circle Award, a young couple whose pri­ one light-hearted, the other the Drama Desk Award for mary conflict involves this thought-provoking and dis­ Best Musical, and a Tony award for Best Score. "wonderful" invention. Lucy turbing. The story line intertwines These productions feature is obsessed with talking on the telephone, and Ben, her outstanding singers and will the fairy tales of Cinder­ boyfriend who desperately be fully staged by Dr. Joseph ella, Rapunzel, Jack and the wants to propose to her, can't Amaya, professor of voice in Beanstalk, and Little Red Ridinghood. Underpinning seem to capture her attention the Mariam Cannon Hayes this fusion of fairy tales is because of this obsession. School of Music at Appala­ Therefore, he must resort to chian State University with the quest of the Baker and the only mode of communica­ musical direction by Dr. Jim Anderson, director of orches­ tion Lucy understands. The Medium could be de­ tral activities in the School of scribed as a psychological Music. Performances are Thurs­ drama. According to Menotti, "It describes the tragedy of day through Saturday, March a woman caught between 29, 30, and 31 at 8pm, with two worlds, a world of real­ a Sunday matinee, April 1 ity, which she cannot wholly at 2pm, all in the Mariam comprehend, and a super­ & Robert Hayes Performing natural world in which she Arts Center in Blowing Rock. cannot believe." It is the This production represents story of Madame Flora (Baba collaboration between the - a fake medium), her daugh­ Blowing Rock Stage Compa­ ter, Monica, and a young ny and the Mariam Cannon mute servant boy, Toby. Baba Hayes School of Music. Tick­ makes her living preying on ets are $18.00 for adults and the emotions of grieving par­ $9.00 for students and can be ents by pretending to make purchased through the Per­ contact with their deceased forming Arts Center website children. She uses Monica at http://www.brcac.org or by and Toby to help create this calling the box office at 828illusion: Monica as the dead 295-9627. ASU Opera Theatre to present two operas at the Hayes Center the Baker's Wife. Cursed with childlessness by a witch, the Baker and his wife must go into the woods to undo the curse. Little do they know how complicated their lives, and the lives of their fellow fairy tale characters, will be­ come once their wishes are granted. The cast will be comprised of seven men, eight women, and one girl. These charac­ ters include the Baker and the Baker's wife, who desper­ ately want a child and will stop at nothing to reverse the witch's curse; the Witch, Jack and his mother, Cinderella, her evil stepmother and two stepsisters, Little Red Rid­ inghood, Cinderella's Prince, Rapunzel's Prince, a wolf, and the narrator who doubles as the mysterious man. For rtiore information call the Ashe Arts Center at 336.846-ARTS. 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TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A surprise message from someone in your past could lead to a long-awaited reunion with a once-close friend. Also, look for a workplace problem to be resolved in your favor. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Your self-confidence is ris­ ing, and that should be a sig­ nificant factor in helping you adjust to a new social situa­ tion, as well as adjusting to a series of changes in the work­ place. CANCER (.June 21 to July 22) Turnabout could be lots of fun when someone who previ­ ously accepted your tender, loving care without question now suggests that he or she wants to start taking care of you. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Put the lessons you learned from past disappointments to work in planning your future. The way ahead opens to op­ portunities "purrfectly" suited to the adventurous Lion. 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Taxpayers needing Form 4868 or any other federal tax form should act soon to be sure they have the form in time to meet the April dead­ line. Forms are available on the IRS Web site, www.irs. gov, or by calling toll-free 1800-TAX-FORM (1-800-8293676). dards." The commissioners simply approved the contract with funds to be paid through the DOT grant with the museum providing matching funds. The museum is conduct­ ing a fundraiser to help pay for this project and anyone interested can go online to www.ashehistory.org, email info@ashehistory.org, or call 846-1904. Also, don't miss a benefit concert with Ashe resident Henry Doss and English performer Emma Rugg on Sunday, April 1 at Jefferson Landing at 3 p.m. Courthouse Doss continued from front page continued from front page Although Doss and Rugg have worked together for sev­ eral years individually and in the studio, they have never performed together live and are looking forward to this adventure. Is it exciting? "You could say that," Doss said with a bright smile. "This will be very exciting. We've spent the past year discussing it." Doss at 54 and Rugg at 24 may be a generation apart, but they are about the same place in their music careers, he said. "I started at 49," Doss said. "It is a difficult business and very competitive. There are so many attempting to get noticed." Doss retired early from a successful banking career with First Union National Bank (now Wachovia) as se­ nior vice president in sales and service and as senior vice president of retail banking with PNC Financial Services. After 25 years in banking, he decided to do something just for himself. "I played guitar as a teen but stopped," he said. "I be­ lieve everyone who walks the face of the Earth is an artist at heart and looking to tell their story. For many years I was busy working and rais­ ing a family and didn't have a way to tell my story. So I just bought a guitar and decided to just do it. I started writing songs and performing." How does a person at mid­ life make that move, to follow a dream? "It's just like mountain climbing," Doss said. "You say there's the top and I'm at the bottom and you just decide to do it and by the time you real­ ize you're scared to death it's too late to turn back. Perform­ ing is harder than anything I've ever done, except for rais­ ing teenagers." Doss will record his second CD later this summer. His first CD, "Floating Islands," placed two songs on the na­ tional adult contemporary ra­ dio charts including "Lies" at number 10 which he will per­ form with Rugg on the tour. "Lies was the first song I ever wrote," he said. "It has three chords. It was inspired by a reflection on the doctri­ nal inconsistencies in the church." The music is at times mel­ low and then upbeat that is both easy to listen to and lively. His style and Rugg^ are very complimentary al­ most as if a duo was the plan all along. Doss is inspired by every­ thing around him, family and friends, nature and personal experiences. Concepts inspire him, he said, creating a set of songs that tell a story. "Ex­ ploring what's underneath the landscape of one person's face." "Sometimes a fragment of a lyric hits me, and it just grows and grows," he said. "I'm just playing and it continues. It's in 2006. Check out the IRS. gov Web site about these ben­ efits. 7. DON'T FORGET TELE­ PHONE EXCISE TAX RE­ FUND. This is a one-time refund for anyone who paid federal excise taxes for long­ distance telephone service billed after Feb 28, 2003 and before Aug 1, 2006. For more information, go to the IRS website at IRS.gov and link to Telephone Excise Tax Re­ fund. 8. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF FREE ASSISTANCE. The IRS offers federal tax forms and publications at 1800-TAX-FORM (1-800-8293676). The IRS also staffs a Tax Help Line at 1-800-8291040 9. DON'T PANIC IF YOU CANT PAY. If you can't im­ mediately pay the taxes you owe, consider some stress-re­ ducing alternatives. You can apply for an IRS installment agreement by submitting a Form 9465 or requesting an Online Payment agreement through the IRS.gov Web site. You also have various op­ tions for charging your bal­ ance on a credit card through an authorized processing agent. Official Payments Cor­ poration may be reached at 1-800-2PAY-TAX (1-800-272- almost serendipitous for me. I push and push, but the good songs almost write them­ selves. If it's the merger of a really meaningful piece of lyric and distinct sound, it's something that hooks you." Doss said he likes to give his songs the "campfire test." "If you can't take a gui­ tar and perform it around a campfire, then you need to redo it," he said. "In the busi­ ness, we'll say, 'let's campfire it.' And you say the song to learn to sing it." "My early goal was a com­ mercially successful record­ ing," he said. "I want to do a recording that is important in some way. I am working on that now, and I want to do it right. I feel I'm growing in my writing skills." Although he and Rugg have recorded together, it will be a new experience perform­ ing live. "It will be two guitars and two voices, joining our styles," he said,"some solo but mostly duets. It will be a chal­ lenge we're looking forward to. Our music is a little different, but our desire to create some­ thing is the same. Age and na­ tionality doesn't matter. We're different, but compatible." Doss and Rugg heard each other's music on the Raw Tal­ ent BBC radio show in 2003 and exchanged emails. Rugg has traveled to the U.S. on a couple of occasions, and when the two met up in Scotland at one point and were discuss­ ing how to break out from the crowd to get noticed, they thought about touring togeth­ er. That discussion led to the plans for this tour. They hope it will bring attention to their music, and with this kackoff to help a community project in Henry's home county. "Gene Hafer (with the mu­ seum project) is a friend of mine," Doss said. "We were talking about how Emma and I needed a dry run for our tour and Gene said why not do a fundraiser? He lives at Jefferson Landing, and we got owner Ed Rodgers to agree, so it's all set." Watch for more informa­ tion on the performers and concert fundraiser in the March 30 edition following Emma Rugg^ arrival in Ashe County. bidding process under cer­ tain circumstances, and the repair and renovation to original specifications of windows and exterior doors is a significant and special­ ized part of the building ren­ ovation process with a need to maintain exacting stan­ Trout continued from front page week, 8:30 a.m. to dusk for fishing. The family atmo­ sphere offers fun for all ages and you can keep what you catch. You can borrow the necessary equipment or bring your own. Learn how to tie a fly and build a fishing rod. Catch some beautiful rain­ bows with local favorites in pre-tied flies. Go home with fish cleaned and filleted and ready to cook. Owner Blair Barber from the Buxton area of Cape Hatteras has been in the fishing business for 25 years, building his own rods and with 17 years experience as a guide. He worked with the ESPN show "Reel Talk" years ago and has sponsored trips in surf fishing and extreme fishing. Fishing is what brought Barber to Ashe County, that and the rod building. "I just enjoy the fishing," he said. "The love of it. I started build­ ing rods years ago saying I had to do something to pay for my fishing habit." He oper­ ated several bait shops over the years with interesting names like "Bend It Over Bait and Tackle," "Flies, Lies and Trails," and "Reel Bait and Tackle." Barber's fly fishing rods are recognized for their col­ ors with images created from thread. The rods are both decorative and useful. He said you have to be a bit of an art­ ist in building rods and often goes into seclusion to come up with new ideas. Fly tiers work­ ing with him are Dave Pickett and Lee Burgess. They are al­ ways designing new flies, he said, because the fish see so many things and colors and styles must match the hatch to represent what the fish like to eat. J&B Trout Lake will sup­ ply everything you need to fish and customers only pay for what they catch. Indi­ viduals are welcome along with school, civic and church groups. Cost is about $4.75 per pound for the fish. No li­ cense is required and there is no limit on catch. A grand opening for the trout lake is being planned for May. For more information, call 982-4447 or email jbtroutlake@hotmail.com. SUBARU SAVINGS AND SAFETY COMBINED IT'S WHAT MAKES A SUBARU, A SUBARU. 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Post photo by Jim Thompson Weary searchers, some just back from the trail, rested and speculated during breaks. An impromptu town emerged off Long Bottom Road to serve the 300 volunteers who came to look for Auberry. Post photo by Jim Thompson Search and rescue dogs played a key role in finding the missing boy. Here, members of the N.C. Search and Rescue Dog Association take a brief break before heading back into the woods. Post photo by Jim Thompson Post photo by Jim Thompson One of over 50 search dogs, waiting his turn to explore on the mountain. Ranger Tina Martin and Charlie Peek (center, in hat) shared news of the search with a waiting nation. Post photo by Jim Thompson Post photo by Jim Thompson The story of the lost boy drew television, radio and print media from across the nation. As darkness fell Monday, many volunteers—including some from Ashe County—were still out on trails, searching. Pool photo/Lynn Hey. News & Record A tired search team emerges from woods after news of Michael's rescue was released. Post photo by Jim Thompson Post photo by Jim Thompson Post photo by Jim Thompson A tense moment Tuesday morning: Ranger Tina Martin on the phone, trying to confirm for certain that Michael had been found by a search team. Ranger David G. Bauer, who served as incidet commander, points out where the missing scout was found. Michael's dad, Kent Auberry, reads a message from his son to media gathered outside Wilkes Regional Medical Center late Tuesday afternoon. Adopt a New Best Fri These animals are available for adoption FEMALE GREAT PYRENEES MIX 9 months old I oiind .HI I ilinll Rd. in \\ ,1 Rainbow Is a precious calico of 2.9 yrs. who is spayed and veiy socialized. She gets along well w/children and the dogs that live with her. Her owners travel and must sacrifice her to a loving home. Nicholas and Alexandria are beautiful malne coon mix kittens. Th^ have the sweetest personalities and would love to come home with you. Come see them Saturday. Albert and Victoria are part of the maine coon mix litter of kittens. They have the most exotic markings and would make loving companions. Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. ciety Pet Resource Center is located )nt of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. option on our web site • www.ashcf ). Box 1776 • West jefferson. NC 28 ashehumane@slybest.com FEMALE COC KER MALE TERRIER SI'WIEI MIX 2 years old 1 year old ASHE ANIMAL CONTROL Female Border Collie/ Lab mix 1 year old 982-4060 �FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 The North Wilkes Vikings will be traveling into Husky Country tonight for a three sport showdown. Women's Soccer begins at 6 p.m. JV/Var Baseball begins at 4:30 p.m./ 7:30 p.m. JV/Var Softball begins at 4:30 p.m./ 6:30 p.m. This week in Husky sports Softball wins two conference games by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter On Monday and Tuesday evening, the Huskies softbail teams hosted two home conference games. Monday featured the Huskies against the North Surry Greyhounds in a rescheduled game due to unfriendly weather at the end of last week, and then on Tuesday, the Huskies hosted the Rams from Starmount in another conference game. The Huskies advanced to 4-3 overall and 2-0 in conference by winning both games. Photo by Michael Graybeal On Monday, the Huskies won their conference opener Cori Revjs digs prepares to hit a ground ball to advance the by defeating North Surry Husky' base runner to third base during a Huskies' game by a final score of 8-1. The this past week. game featured a showdown Huskies' defense once a seven inning regulation between defenses as neither again shut the Greyhounds game. team was able to score until offense down and held them The Huskies pitcher, the fifth inning. The Huskies scoreless for the remainder Kendra Yearick pitched a busted the game open in of the game. complete game with four the fifth inning by scoring During the Greyhounds' hits and retired twelve five runs to give them a drought, the Huskies were Greyhounds on strikes. commanding 5-0 lead at the able to score another three On Tuesday, the Huskies end of the inning. runs in the bottom of the played their second game of North Surry opened the sixth inning to put the game the week when they hosted sixth inning up by scoring out of the Greyhounds' reach the Starmount Rams for a run on a triple and then to conclude the game with another conference match-up. a throwing error, but the the Huskies winning 8-1 with The Huskies improved to a 2- 0 record in conference when they defeated the Rams 1-0 in another defensive battle. The game opened up with each team's at bat being ended after only three batters for each team during the first inning. In the second inning, Tiffany Jones hit a single for the Huskies, which set up the only run scored during the game. The Huskies claimed their lone run of the game with a sacrifice grounder by Cori Revis that allowed the Husky' base runner to cross home plate to give the Huskies the 1-0 lead at the end of the second inning. The remainder of the game was entirely defensive oriented as the Huskies were only allowed to place three more batters on base, but were unable to generate any runs from the three batters. The Greyhounds were only permitted one runner when the Huskies committed an error in the fourth inning, and the Greyhounds had their first batter to get on base during the game. Unfortunately for the Greyhounds, the batter on second was left on second as the following batter was the third out and retired the North Surry batting side. During the bottom of the fifth inning, Larken Mikeal was able to get on base for the Huskies and advanced into scoring position. However, the Huskies could not capitalize on the base runner and the inning concluded again with the score in favor of the Huskies, 1-0. The Huskies defense continued to play tough and with stout pitching by Kendra Yearick and a brute defensive unit, the Huskies kept the Greyhounds off the bases for the remainder of the game to give the Huskies a 1-0 victory. Kendra Yearick pitched a complete game and with the help of a solid defense, had a no-hitter game, and except for the error in the fourth inning, had a perfect game. The Huskies victory allowed them to increase their record to 2-0 in conference and a combined 4-3 total on the season. They will return to action tonight when they host the Vikings from North Wilkes with the JV starting at 4:30 p.m. and varsity following at 6:30 p.m. Photo by Michael Graybeal Larken Mikeal digs in to steal third base during a the Huskies' victory over North Surry on Monday night. Tennis team wins two matches Photo by Michael Graybeal Jake Giles returns a serve during his 6-2 6-0 victory over the North Surry opponent in Monday's match. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter On Monday and Tuesday evenings, the Huskies Tennis Team competed in two conference matches and claimed two victories. The first match of the week was a make-up match against North Surry and the Huskies breezed by the Greyhounds with an 8-1 victory. On Tuesday the tennis team was on the road for their next conference match and traveled to Starmount High School for the match. Following a tough and challenging singles match­ ups, the Huskies proceeded to sweep the doubles matches to claim the narrow 5-4 victory over the Rams from Starmount. The match against North Surry was a showing of strength and domination by the Huskies. With the Greyhounds having a young and growing team this year, the Huskies claimed six singles victories and two doubles victories. Results of singles matches: #1 seed: Jake Giles (Ashe County) defeated Shaylon Hiatt (North Surry) 6-2, 6-0; #2 seed: Will Krider (Ashe County) defeated Tyler Davis (North Surry) 6-0, 6-0; #3 seed Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Austin Warren (North Surry) 6-0, 64; #4 seed: Chris Lyall (Ashe County) defeated Steven Krause (North Surry) 6-0, 60; #5 seed Anand Patel (Ashe County) defeated CJ Hunter (North Surry) 6-1, 6-0; #6 seed; Jason Dunphy defeated Morgan (North Michael Surry) 6-0, 6-0. Results of doubles matches: Jake Giles/ Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Shaylon Hiatt/ Austin Warren (North Surry) 8-2; Alex Wolfe/ Alex Graybeal (Ashe County) defeated Tyler Davis/ CJ Hunter (North Surry) 8-1; and Steven Krause/ Michael Morgan (North Surry) defeated John Wooten/ Nathan Greene (Ashe County) 6-8. On Tuesday evening, the Huskies traveled to Starmount for another conference match-up. The Huskies had more difficulty with the Rams, as they were barely able to defeat the Rams with a final total of 5-4. The Huskies quickly found themselves in a hole following the singles matches as the Huskies lost four out of the six matches. Will Krider and Ricky Pelton were the only two Huskies to win their singles match. Results of singles matches: #1 seed: Lee Belton (Starmount) defeated Aaron Jones (Ashe County) 7-6, 6-4; #2 seed: Tim Harper (Starmount) defeated Jake Giles (Ashe County) 2-6, 61, 9-7; #3 seed Will Krider (Ashe County) defeated Darin Thomasson (Starmount) 63, 6-1; #4 seed: Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Austin Prevette (Starmount) 6-4, 6-4; #5 seed: Brandon Coffman (Starmount) defeated Chris Lyalls (Ashe County) 6-3, 6-4; #6 seed: Jacob Cook (Starmount) defeated Anand Patel (Ashe County) 4-6, 7-6, 7-5. The Huskies rallied during the doubles matches and swept the Rams to claim the overall victory. The doubles matches results were: Aaron Jones/ Jake Giles (Ashe County) defeated Lee Belton/ Tim Harper (Starmount) 81; Will Krider/ Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Darin Thomasson/ Austin Prevette (Starmount) 8-0; and Chris Lyalls/ Chase Smith (Ashe County) defeated Brandon Coffman/ Jacob Cook Photo by Michael Graybeal Will Krider carefully places this serve in play to make his opponent struggle to return during his 6-3 6-1 singles vic­ tory over his Starmount opponent on Tuesday. (Starmount) 8-3. In exhibition matches: Jason Dunphy (Ashe County) defeated Nathan Davis (Starmount) 7-5; Alex Wolfe (Ashe County) defeated Cory Carter (Starmount) 6-3, Alex Graybeal (Ashe County) defeated Karston Miller (Starmount) 6-2, and Ryan Chappel (Starmount) defeated Justin Miller (Ashe County) 6-4. Coach Logan Freeman was ecstatic when he commented on the match with Starmount by stating that: "Being down 4-2 after the singles matches, this was a huge win to come back and sweep the doubles. The guys were very resilient and really came together as a team." The Huskies' tennis team will be in action again Tuesday evening when they host the Oak Hill Warriors for a non-conference match. lead. The Huskies' defense again held the Rams scoreless during the second inning, but the Rams returned the favor and retired the Huskies offensive side prior to any runs being scored to advance the game to the third inning. In the top half of the third inning, the Rams offense came alive when they had an impressive six-run inning to take control of the lead with a 6-2 margin heading into the bottom of the third inning. In the bottom half of the inning, the Huskies evened the score by knocking in four runners to tie the game at 6-6 heading into the fourth inning. In the fourth inning, the Rams continued their offensive streak, but were limited to only one run during the inning to take the 7-6 lead. In the fifth inning, the Huskies again were able to tie the game up with a single run to tie the score at 7-7 with only two innings remaining to play. The Rams were able to gain the lead again during the sixth inning. The Rams were able to connect on pitches and consecutive hits allowed two runs to be scored by the Rams. The two runs in the top of the sixth allowed the teams to advance to the bottom of the sixth with the Rams leading 9-7. The Huskies were unable to avenge the two run inning by the Rams when they were held scoreless in the bottom half of the sixth inning, but they returned the favor to the Rams in the seventh inning by holding them scoreless. At the middle of the seventh inning, the Huskies were trailing the Rams by two runs with only one more at bat remaining in the game. If the Huskies scored two runs, the game would go into extra innings, if not, the Huskies would lose the game. The Huskies answered the call and made an offensive streak and scored one run. The Rams did not fold as they earned their third defensive out prior to the Huskies scoring the tying second run of the inning to conclude the game. The Rams earned the 98 victory over the Huskies to drop the Huskies' conference record to 1-3 and a combined season record of 4-3. The baseball teams will return to action tonight when they host another conference game against the North Wilkes Vikings. The JV game is scheduled to start at 4:30 p.m. with varsity following at 7:30 p.m. Baseball drops two games at home any offense during the second inning, but the Greyhounds The Huskies' Varsity continued their momentum Baseball team hosted two during the top half of the third conference games early this when theyslugged in two more week by having a make-up runs to take a commanding game against North Surry 4-1 lead at the middle of the on Monday and following third inning. The Huskies up with another conference again could not mount any game on Tuesday against offensive productivity during the Starmount Rams. The the bottom of the third to Huskies were unable to win advance the game to the either game as they lost to fourth inning. At the start of the fourth North Surry by only two runs with a final score of 4- inning, the Huskies were 2, and then narrowly lost to trailing by three runs, 4-1, Starmount by a mere run, and a three up- three down defensive series for the with the final score 9-8. The first game of the week Huskies' defense allowed the brought the Greyhounds from team to enter the dugout for North Surry into "Husky the bottom half of the fourth County" for the second game inning. In the bottom of the of conference play. The game fourth, Darron Dotson was was a defensive battle with able to hit a single, and then the teams combining for only stole second on a wild pitch. A ground out by Kyle Guyton six runs. The Huskies scored first in allowed Dotson to advance the game during the bottom of to third base and eventually the first inning when Keaton was driven in by his younger Mash drove in Phillip Walters brother, Luke Dotson to give after a single and then stole the Huskies their second run second. The Huskies then took of the game. The RBI by Luke a 1-0 lead heading into the Dotson allowed the Huskies second inning. North Surry to cut the Greyhounds lead to responded during the top of two runs at the conclusion of the second inning by scoring the fourth inning. The Huskies and two runs to take control of the lead as the teams headed Greyhounds then entered into the third inning with the into a drought and for the Greyhounds winning 2-1. The remainder of the game, Huskies could not generate neither team was able to by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Photo by Michael Graybeal David Marino waits on the pitch during a home game this week for the Varsity Huskies. produce any offense over the three-inning span. The threeinning drought by the teams concluded the game and the Greyhounds escaped with the 4-2 victory as they handed the Huskies their first conference loss of the season. During the 4-2 loss, Brandon Miller stayed on the mound for the Huskies from the first pitch to the conclusion of the game. Miller performed admirably by only allowing 7 hits, giving up one walk, and retiring 9 Greyhounds on strikes. On Tuesday evening, the Huskies hosted another conference game when the Rams from Starmount traveled into the mountains. The Huskies and Rams battled for the entire seven innings game and the Rams were able to escape with the narrow one-run victory with the final score of 9-8. The game opened up with the Huskies' defense holding the Rams scoreless during the first inning to allow the Huskies with the opportunity to take the lead during the first inning. The Huskies took advantage and batted in two runs during the bottom of the first to earn an early 2-0 �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball March 19, 2007 Wood's Plumbing Scott Patrick Jamie Wood 26 12 Ashe County Builders Nathan Barker Terry Miller 22 19 58 defeated Odie Gilbert Construction TJ Lemly 28 Nathaniel Gilbert 13 70 defeated Midtown Motors/ Jef. Appliance64 Andy Johnson 34 Justin Darnell 13 79 New River Motors Steven Phillips 26 Chad Miles defeated Big Dave's Auto Matt Peters Dustin Farmer 19 Independence Lumber Derrick Eller 13 Damon Eller 12 54 defeated AEV/Mo's Boots Brian Norris Derrick Roark Mike Blevins 51 Men's Open Jimmy Peak-306 45 14 14 51 18 10 10 New River Motors Steven Phillips Tim Church AEV/ Mo's Boots Dusty Farmer Derrick Roark The Huskies defeated Big Dave's Auto Marty Peters Matt Peters 21 21 The next shoot will be on April 7& 8 Open Trophy l.Darrell Dyson-314 2.Shannon Greene-304 3.Joey Daniels-300 Ladies Open Christina Mahaffey-246 Win by forfeit 87 Men's Unlimited Kevin Kilby-276 Men's Bowhunter 1.Bruce Barker-308 2.Mark Lineberry-298 3.Nathan Barker-285 March 20, 2007 Jefferson Post Jeremy Osborne Daniel Hayes Cubs l.Seth Greene-268 2.Abigial Calhoun-201 Senior Danny Brooks-311 Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball Wood's Plumbing New River Archery Club results Youth Byron Burrell-312 New River Archery Club wouldlike to invite everyone to their next shoot April 7 & 8. They offer classes for skill levels and all ages. If your a bowhunter or enjoy the sport of archery competition they invite you to challenge your skill's at the next shoot, the club is located just off of the Nettle Knob road, If you have any questions you can call, Scott Stevens at 877-4711. 64 25 17 72 defeated Ashe County Builders Nathan Barker 28 Eric Miller 12 58 78 defeated Midtown Motors/ Jef. Appliance Justin Darnell 25 Andy Johnson 22 69 26 20 22 17 Teams New River Motors Independence Lumber Jefferson Post AEV/ Mo's Boots Big Dave's Auto Ashe County Builders Midtown Motors/ Jef. Appliance W L Teams 0 1 1 W L 6 3 3 3 1 Timber Creek Landscaping Ashe Chiropractic Wood's Plumbing Gates/ Current Chiropractic Odie Gilbert Construction 4 3 3 2 0 1 1 0 2 4 4 5 1 2 2 3 "Girls Got Game" basketball camp Photo courtesy of Randy Mahaffey Tom Osborne aims his shot while Darin Dishman looks on. For All Your Golf, Work & Utility Needs June 26- June 28, 2007 9:00 -12 noon For Rising 1st Grade Girls - Rising 8th Grade Girls Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. 310 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 brgcuvi@carthlink.nct Cf MP QOAL The purpose of Girls Got Game camp is to develop and improve basketball skills in a hard-working yet fun environment. Monday - Friday 8:01) am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment WHO IS ELIGIBLE Girls Got Game camp is open to any girl entering the first through eighth grade. COST The cost of the camp is $50, which includes a camp T-Shirt, limited insurance policy and lunch after each day of camp. If you register at the door, the camp fee will be $60. nrvcrr ronus' winner/! Tammy Mash is the BONUS WINNER for the Kobolt Tools 500 NASCAR Contest. Tammy LOCATION The camp will be held in the gymnasiums on the campus of Ashe County High School.. correctly guessed the. fop three drivers in the correct, finishing order. Tammy's win will WHAT TQ BRINQ Participants are required to wear only court shoes. Participants may also want to bring extra money for concessions, which will be sold each day during break. Set, the bonus amount back to $20, beginning $PEQ)AL INFORMATION Participants will not be allowed to chew gum in the gyms. Trophies will be awarded to winners with the Food Cify 500 at the Bristol Motor of Hot Shot, Free Throws, One on One competitions, and dribbling competitions for younger players. Speedway on March 25, 2007. REGISTRATION INFORMATION Congratulations, Tammy! $20 Non-Refundable Deposit due by JUNE 1, 2007 The remaining balance will be due on the first day of camp. •Register at the door on the first day of camp. The camp fee will be $60. Checks made out to... "Girls Got Game" Basketball Camp Please mail registration and release forms, along with $20 deposit to ... Please, play the, Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! "GIRLS GOT GAME" Basketball Camp ATTN: Laura Foster PO Box 450 gr> GET OUT < > AND RIDE West Jefferson, NC 28694 r REGISTRATION FQRM •"•ML PLAYER NAME: AGE: GRADE IN FALL 2007: ' >\7 r * ' SCHOOL: ,s< f SALES EVENT ® ' Is M Parent's Name: Address: P A Y M E N T S Home Phone Number: Work Phone Number: T-Shirt Size (Adult sizes) X-Small Small Medium Large X-Large impairment that would be affected by my child's participation in "Girls Got Game" Basketball Camp. Player Name: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: A S P L U S CASH BACK O* setter MODUS. C.C.S., Inc. YAMAHA of Jefferson I hereby authorize the staff of "Girls Got Game" to act for me according to their best judgment in any all liability for any injuries or illnesses while at "Girls Got Game". 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With rising into their home financing interest rates and slower calculations: A new federal appreciation of home prices, tax deduction allows many qualified families to write­ off premiums for private and government mortgage insurance on loans that close in 2007. This is the first time that homeowners who have low down payment loans with mortgage insurance will be able to deduct the cost of their mortgage insurance premiums, and the average annual tax savings for qualified families will be between $300 and $350. The new deduction, passed by Congress and signed into law by President many people who used exotic Bush late last year, is effective loan structures are being for the 2007 tax year. surprised with higher monthly Under the new law, payments. private mortgage insurance Compared to other financing (PrivateMI) premiums are options, a mortgage loan now fully tax deductible with PrivateMI is often more for borrowers who buy or affordable and its fixed, refinance a home this year if predictable premiums provide their adjusted gross income consumers with peace of mind is $100,000 or less. Families - and now a tax deduction. with incomes of more than And PrivateMI is cancelable $100,000 and up to $109,000 once the homeowner has will be eligible for a reduced built up enough equity in the deduction. home. Private mortgage insurance "Making the cost of mortgage insurance tax deductible premium prices vary based on helps those who need it most: the size of the down payment, low- and moderate-income type of mortgage and amount Americans, primarily firstof insurance coverage. The time home buyers, who are cost of PrivateMI for a medianfinancially responsible but priced home - the projected simply don't have the means national median price in 2007 to amass a 20 percent down for a single family home is payment," says Steve Smith, $224,500 - ranges from $50 chief executive officer of to $100 per month. The PMI Group, Inc. and "This new tax deduction President of Mortgage will make loans with private Insurance Companies of mortgage insurance even America (MICA). more attractive for home The tax change to give a buyers who are on the cusp homeownership," says deduction for mortgage of insurance comes at a time of Suzanne Hutchinson, MICA's president. changing real estate market executive vice conditions and regulatory "The wide-ranging group of warnings about the risks of organizations that support this important tax break will exotic loans. certainly be working to extend Mortgage insurance plays a crucial role in maintaining the deduction beyond 2007." Consumer groups have had the stability and continued Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI Mt. Jefferson Mortgage 126 Roby Poe Road when taxes are filed for 2007 - could bring new benefits to qualified home buyers who will buy or refinance homes this year with tax deductible private mortgage insurance. "This tax deduction will create important social benefits by offering relief to over-burdened taxpayers," saysjohn Berthoud, president of the National Taxpayers Union. "Finally, homeowners will have the ability to make all the costs associated with the ongoing financing of their home truly tax deductible." Advocates for African American and Hispanic groups also note the benefits of the new tax break. "A tax deduction for mortgageinsurance premiums will go a long way to help homeowners and potential homeowners who simply want to own a piece of the American dream," says Marc H. Morial, president and chief executive officer of the National Urban League. "I congratulate both the U.S. House and the Senate for doing what's right high praise for the new law. " H o m e o w n e r s h i p contributes substantially to social stability," says Bruce Hahn, president and CEO of the American Homeowners Grassroots Alliance. 'Vet homeownership remains just beyond the grasp of millions of Americans. Making the cost of mortgage insurance tax deductible helps put homeownership within reach for many more families." Tax day in April 2008 - to make the goal of affordable homeownership a reality for every American." "Currently, many Latinos need loans with private mortgage insurance because they are unable to afford the 20 percent down payment traditionally needed to buy a home," says Guarione M. Diaz, president and CEO of the Cuban American National Council. "Policies such as this one help these families realize the aspiration of homeownership and fulfill an essential element of the American dream." "With a U.S. Hispanic homeownership rate of 48 percent (20 points below the nationalaverageof68 percent), this legislation would enable more hardworking Hispanic families and consumers to become homeowners," says Manny Mirabal, president and CEO of the National Puerto Rican Coalition. "An estimated 33 percent of the families benefiting from this tax deduction would be minority homeowners." 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Shoemold u & Existing Treads & ^ Homes Risers 14 years experience Free Estimates Fully Insured JORDAN HARDWOOD FLOORING 166 Oak Grove Circle • Jefferson, NC 336-846-1624 �1 AGE 4B FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST TkeSeatOK of* Spring it almost here again, and with it will come g is r weather, npw plant life* s»nH baby animals! warmer weather new nlant life, and hahv/ animate! / w m March 21st is the first official day of spring in 2007. This season' is one of the four that we experience in the temperate climate zone? summer, winter, and autumn are the other three. The beginning of the spring season occurs with the vernal equinox. The vernal equinox1 is one of two equinoxes' that occurs each year. An equinox is a celestial event which occurs when the sun is located directly above the _ equator. Because the sun is directly above the center of the Earth, on this day both day aixTnight are equal in length. The w>rd 'equinox' is Latin for equal night . While we begin spring in the Northern Hemisphere, the season of autumn begins in the Southern Hemisphere during this same equinox. Springtime is celebrated in many cultures. Ancient Egyptians celebrated their new year with the vernal equinox. The original Earth Day was celebrated on the first day — of spring before being changed to April 22nd. In Japan, the vernal equinox is a national holiday. And the date of Easter coincides with the first full moon on or after the vernal equinox. Spring is a time when animals wake up from hibernation and plant life begins to bloom again. Shortly after the beginning of spring many baby animals are born. There is an increase in outdoor activities, such as hiking and sports. And an increase in thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes occur, due to the warmer temperatures moving into the Northern hemisphere. Spring cleaning is also a popular springtime event, where homes are cleaned thoroughly after the long, cold winter. Life literally 1 "springs" forward, which is the reason the season was named spring. * m ind the words hidden in the puzzle below! Sprutq Craxmrd Puzzle Play the five rounds of tictac-toe with a friend. Use 'flowers & suns instead of X's and O's. Solve the puzzle with the clues provided. B U L G B C O L N M I R E F S Q Y E B W S Y O R O H F R A O V M O H L W Q T E U I B W Y X U I H Q T Z A X H H B F S K S J T E Q U U P O Z X O P M S X T G H Z Q W L S V N S J G O F H N V E S E N A C I R R Q H R U I A A R S L A M I N A 0 I J N R Q L N N K E S A P U K B S D P C W P D H N L G D J A E T E S G N I N A L C G N V R T R P I L R T Q M J Y 0 V N G S E L E Q U A N I G H U A U T H H S I N C J Q S Q D T R 0 T E N 0 Z E T A R E P S I S R O O D T U O R T P W S Spring is a great time to E O O M X J H K X F V X T N N start getting ready to plant I N M S O Y F Y Y S H F H Y S \ seeds to grow. Here's how C you can plant something G W J A G G W X S N O I T A R E Q B Q I Q Y P C Z E U E A H ^ for spring! 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NC 336-246-5222 • home • business • auto • personal • construction West Jefferson, NC • 336.846.1044 (Slpm Wc &1 Je f fcrsoit601 *effcrson Avenuc"West ,e^erson- ^ Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" Jr£T7 Chevrolet 127 Beaver Creek School Road • Wcsl Jefferson 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net 336-246-3367 fllV �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5B FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Violin/Viola duo 'Marcolivia' performs at Arts Council gallery tonight Friday March 23 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will meet March 23 through 25 and March 30 through April I from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Classes will be held at the Wilkes campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. PreRegistration is required. For more information or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210 9 a.m.: Doris Phillips of Jefferson will be teach­ ing a quilting class for the Alleghany Quilters Guild on March 23rd. It will be held at the Sparta United Methodist Church at 9 a.m. The quilt will be The Twisted Bargello. There are still open­ ings available for the class. For more information, contact Jo Seagle at 336-372-7862. 7:30 p.m.: Violinists Marc Ramirez and Olivia Hajioff, who together form the violin and violin/viola duo Marcolivia, have performed in concerts across the United States, Europe and Russia. Their rep­ ertoire includes works by Bach, Mozart, Handel, Paganini and others. This talented duo comes to the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center for an eve­ ning of chamber music. Tickets are $8 adults and $5 students and are available in advance at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone with a credit card. For tickets or more information please call 336-846-ARTS. Saturday March 24 6:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.: Peak Creek Ruritan Scholarship Pancake Breakfast and Indoor Yard Sale. Yard sale starts at 6:30 a.m. and break­ fast at 7:00 at the Peak Creek Community Center, 7062 Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. Along with the pancakes will be ham, fruit juice, fruit, and coffee. This is a fundraiser for the Peak Creek Ruritan Schlorship Fund for Ashe and Alleghany High School seniors. Breakfast and yard sale items will be sold by donation. If you wish to donate items for the yard sale, or want more information'call 982-6125. 8:30 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering Tanning Facility Operator training at the Wilkes Campus on Saturday, March 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration costs for the class will be $50.00. PreRegistration is required. To preregister contact Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336) 8386166 or (336) 838-6210. 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Maggie Bishop is coming to sign her book, "Murder at Blue Falls." Set deep in the Appalachian Mountains, an arson and mur­ der crime disturb the Triplett Valley. Jemma Chase's horse discovers a body, and she plays "amateur detective" until she puts her own life in danger with her discoveries. "Murder at Blue Falls" is sure to cap­ ture your interest with its vivid descriptions and relevance to our gorgeous mountains. Maggie Bishop has also written two other books, "Emeralds in the Snow" and "Appalachian Paradise," both Appalachian Mountain mysteries and romantic suspense. Maggie settled in the moun­ tains of North Carolina in 1933 with her husband and cat. Every time they travel, they seek other mountains, but none are as exciting as these ancient Appalachians, and she gives her tribute to her home in these wonderful mystery nov­ els. So come meet Maggie and attend our book signing on Saturday, March 24, espe­ cially if you're a mystery and romance lover! I 6 p.m.: FDR Dinner at Ashe Services for Aging Building, 180 Chattyrob Lane, West Jefferson. Sponsored by the Ashe County Democratic Party. Tickets are $15 each. 7 p.m.: Mt. Paddy hosts Ohio Christian University in con­ cert at Ashe County High School. Love offerings will be appreciated. Sunday March 25 II a.m.: Buffalo Baptist Church will have revival with Rev. Neal Hatfield from Uplands Reach as their guest speaker. There will be spe­ cial music each evening. The Service begins on March 25 th at 11 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each evening through Wednesday. 11 a.m.: Midway Baptist Church announces that Pine Ridge Boys will be singing March 25th at the 11 a.m. service. Rev. Steve LeaShomb rooms at 6:30 p.m. Special singing nightly. Transportation and Child care will be pro­ vided. More information call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Dollar & congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ and the congregation invite you to attend. tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions March 25-28 with Rev. Joey McClure as the guest speak­ er. Special music each night. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you 2 p.m.: The Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs is pleased to again host one of Southern Gospel's finest groups, Kevin Spencer and Friends. Kevin Spencer and Friends organized in June of 1992 and have recorded three # 1 "songs! Their hit songs and fan favor­ ites include: "The Blood Is Still There", "If The Rapture Was Yesterday", "The Vision", "Let's Meet By The River", "Shepherd of The Lost", "Saved By Grace", "Stand By Me", "Come Away", "Sounds of That City", and many more. They have been awarded the two highest hon­ ors for a new group to receive - The Singing News "Horizon Group of the Year" and the Gospel Voice "Sunrise Group of the Year". They currently sing 280 concerts per year in 30 different states, Canada, the Virgin Islands, Honduras, can be heard on gospel radio throughout the United States, and can be seen on many different Christian TV sta­ tions including GMT (Gospel Music Television). The group has also made appearances on Bill Gaither's videos "All Day Singing", "So Glad", and "Sunday Meeting Time." Kevin Spencer and Friends are all born again Christians that believe in living what they sing. The concert is free, but a love offering will be taken during the service. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd, just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)9824840, Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743, or Paul Jones at (336)982-3478. 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Rev. Clayborn will be preach­ ing Sunday night, Mar. 25. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: Upcoming revival for Phoenix Baptist Church. Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, March 25-28. Prayer rooms at 6:30 p.m. Special singing nightly. Transportation and Child care will be pro­ vided. More information call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Dollar & congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-28 with Rev. Joey McClure as the guest speak­ er. Special music each night. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you 7:30: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25- 29 at 7:30 each night with prayer room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congrega­ tion welcome you. Monday March 26 7 p.m.: Upcoming revival for Phoenix Baptist Church. Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, March 25-28. Prayer 7:30: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25- 29 at 7:30 each night with prayer room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congrega­ tion welcome you. Tuesday March 27 9 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12hourtraining,Regestration required! 5:30 p.m.: Ashe County High School invites you and your parents to the "Rising Freshman Corriculum Fair" 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 6 p.m.: The High Country Christian Women's Club invites all women of the area to our March 27 meet­ ing, Tuesday 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Deerfield Fellowship on Deerfield road in Boone. Our special feature this month will be "Elegant, but quick and simple desserts" by Mary Wright. Come learn to make and sample these. Our speaker will be Carol Jensen from Franklin, N.C. She will be speaking on "Was she safe in the arms of Love?" Music will be by David Scott, local talented artist and at the piano, Judy Eller, also of Boone, N.C. Reservations and cancella^ tions by Saturday, March 24. Reservations should be hon­ ored if not used by a friend. Reservations can be made by calling Norma at 264-1210 or Linda at 264-3753. A free nursery is also available with reservation. Bring a friend and join us for a great catered meal, all-inclu­ sive for $11.00. Christian Women's Club is sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries, a national/interna­ tional group based in Kansas City, Mo. If you have any questions, please call Norma at 264-1210. Thank you March 25-28 with Rev. Joey McClure as the guest speak­ er. Special music each night. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you donors nationally. Also, many hospitals transfuse only Type O blood to premature babies, because cross-matching and blood typing may not be pos­ sible, and O- is the universal donor. Every two seconds, someone needs blood. Patients through­ out our area are counting on the American Red Cross and generous sponsors and donors to make sure blood is available whenever it is needed. You can also help make sure the blood supply continues adequate inventory levels by sponsoring a blood drive on weekdays or weekends. Churches, civic organizations, and businesses are needed as blood drive sponsors to bring in more blood donors every month! Thanks for your support of the American Red Cross. Please contact me for any questions or if you would like more information on spon­ soring a blood drive! For more information, please give me a call or email me: 336-403-1770, millsas@usa. redcross.org. You can also visit www.surrycountyredcross.org. 7:30: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25- 9 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. 29 at 7:30 each night with prayer room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congrega­ tion welcome you. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a "Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness 7 p.m.: Upcoming revival for Phoenix Baptist Church. Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, March 25-28. Prayer rooms at 6:30 p.m. Special singing nightly. Transportation and Child care will be pro­ vided. More information call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Dollar & congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival Wednesday March 28 11 a.m. Friends of the Library present Clint Johnson speak­ ing about his new book The Politically Incorrect Guide to the South (and Why It Will Rise Again). The public is invited to attend, downstairs at the Library. 7 p.m.: Upcoming revival for Phoenix Baptist Church. Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, March 25-28. Prayer rooms at 6:30 p.m. Special singing nightly. Transportation and Child care will be pro­ vided. More information call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Dollar & congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 - 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pastor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abingdon Va. will be preaching. Everyone is wel­ come. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-28 with Rev. Joey McClure as the guest speak­ er. Special music each night. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you 7:30: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25- 29 at 7:30 each night with prayer room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congrega­ tion welcome you. Thursday March 29 8:30 a.m.: American Red Cross: Ashe County High School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. O NEGATIVE LESSTHAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY O POSITIVE LESSTHAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY A NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY B NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY A shortage of Type O blood is the worst of all blood short­ ages, because O blood must be available to treat trauma patients, and meet the trans­ fusion needs of all Type O patients. A shortage of Type O is responsible for most emergency appeals for blood in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organization s Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12 Hour Training, Regestration Required! 7 p.m.: The Nominating Committee of the Ashe Baptist Association will meet at the Ashe Baptist Conference Room. Committee members are Mrs. Barbara McCoy, Mrs. Maxine Brown, Mr. Danny Hodges and Mr Fred Walters. 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7:30 p.m.: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-29 at 7:30 p.m. each night with prayer room at 7:15 p.m. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congrega­ tion welcome you. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Friday March 30 7 p.m.: Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: Classical guitarist Richard Easley and sing­ er/songwriter Scot Pope in concert at the Ashe County Library, Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 846-2041 for more information. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults continued on page 6B PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Ashe County Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 2, 2007 beginning at 3:35 p.m. in the Commissioners' meeting room on the third floor of the Ashe County Courthouse. The purpose of the. hearing will be to entertain public comment concerning proposed revisions to Chapter 156 Residential Subdivisions of the Ashe County Code of Ordinances. Questions regarding the proposed changes should be directed to Planning Director Zach Edwardson at 336-219-2529. The public is invited to attend the public hearing. Ann Clark Clerk to the Board 3/22/07 Same day credit on your deposit transactions? It's about time. Make a transaction today, and get credit for it today. Extended banking days are available at all of our locations! What else would you expect from your local bank? West Jefferson - 205 S. Jefferson Ave. M-Th. 8am-5pm F 8am-6pm Jefferson - 840 E. Main St. M-Th. 8am-5pm F 8am-6pm Sat. 8am-12 noon* *drive-thru only Warrensville - 4951 NC Hwv. 88 W. M-Th. 8am-5pm F 8am-6pm Inside Wal-Mart - 1489 Mt. Jefferson Rd. M-Th. 8am-5pm F 8am-6pm Sat. 8am-12 noon Mt. Jefferson - 1441 Mt. Jefferson Rd. M-F 7am-7pm Sat. 8am-6pm (drive-thru) M-F 8am-6pm Sat. 8am-12 noon (lobby) Bank FDIC (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com �— FRIDAY , MARCH 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Little Theatre presents Catfish Moon on March 29-31 continued from page 5B and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Saturday March 31 7 a.m.: Inside yard and bake sale at Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene, off Bare street, across from West Jefferson Park. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will The pastor and the congrega­ tion invite everyone to attend. meet March 23 through 25 and March 30 through April I from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Classes will be held at the Wilkes campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. Pre-Registration is required. For more information or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday II a.m.: Arlene Bare and Jerelee Whittington will sing at Temple Baptist Church. at the home of Julia Rodgers Call 385-6531 for directions. now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS 2 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly presents Catfish Moon Sunday mati­ nee Reserved seating for 6 p.m.: Mount Olive Baptist Church will have a special service on April 1st. Ryan Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are Marlowe will be preaching and By the Blood will be singing. Mt. Olive is located at 1710 Watertank Road in Fleetwood. Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 8 at 7:00 AM. Breakfast will follow in the fellowship hall. The will not have their regular 11:00 wor­ ship service Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27 at 7:00 PM. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Rqten and congregation invite you to attend! 6 p.m.: Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs invites you to expe­ rience a soul-stirring night of drama as we present our annual Easter performance, "Arise My Love" Under the direction of Tim Carter, Phyllis Ashley, and Tonya Childers, the program chronicles the events from Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem through His glorious resurrection. The drama features a cast of over 50 actors/actresses, full cos­ tuming and props, numerous continued on page 7B First sale of the season. Many many good items to be sold at a good prices. All proceeds will go towards the purchase of cabinets in the fellowship hall. 12 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will hold their annual Easter egg hunt at thd Mountain View Lodge in Glendale Springs this year on Saturday, March 31. The youth will be providing an egg hunt for the kids. Lunch will be served. If you need a ride please call the church at 2463820 or 846-1567 as they will taking the church vans to the Lodge. Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7:00 with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 1 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute will be sponsor­ ing a free showing of An Inconvenient Truth at Ashe County Library on Saturday, March 31 at 1 p.m. in West Jefferson. There will also be opportunity for discussion as well as sign ups for a brand new four-session Global Warming course they will be offering in the weeks and months to follow. This is a free program, open to the public. For addi­ tional information, please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. 7 p.m.: 66th OldTime Fiddlers 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo mvk $169/month TaUrUS D8770D $133/month $7,888 $5,995 •s'wwaw —— 2003 Mitsubishi Galant P3108A $159/month 2004 Dodge Neon J8836B $149 /month $7,888 2004 Dodge Neon P3095A $149 /month $7,888 $7,888 2002 Saturn $189/month ——— P3056A 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible $189/month 2006 Toyota Corolla P3070B $229/month 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX D9160A | $179/month 2006 Chrysler Sebring P3126 $159/month $8,488 $8,888 2006 Chrysler Sebring ma $159/month $8,888 $8,888 2006 Dodge Stratus P3121 $159/month 2006 Chrysler Sebring p3in $159/month 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser P3060 $169 /month 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser P3i24 $169/month $8j888 $8,888 L200 J8931A $8,888 and Blue Grass Convention This big event featuring "Music like it was meant to be," and a lot of it will be held in the Roland R. Morgan Auditorium at the High School in Mooresville. Old time and bluegrass bands pull out the fiddles, banjos, mandolins, guitars and dobros and set the toes to tapping. The competi­ tion of some 30 or more bands is hot and so are the tunes, but one thing is for sure, no mat­ ter who takes home the prize money, ribbons and trophies, the spectators are the real win­ ners. The Mooresville Lions will be able to seat 1,500 or more people comfortably, will have the best sound systems and ample parking space. Grand old times are created when folks get together and join in the music making during the oldest continuous running fiddlers' convention in North Carolina. The auditorium fills with the sounds of bluegrass music and toe-tapping fiddling, which brings in bands from the Carolinas, Virginia, Georgia and Tennessee. Door Prize is a Blueridge Guitar compliments of Mullis Music Co. For additional information con­ tact Bob Lineberger, Director, at 1242 Mecklenburg Hwy. Mooresville, N.C. 28115 (704) 663-1586. $9,488 .""•l.'iai'WI'Wro' m 2005 Nissan Sentra SE is«?A $199/month 2003 Subaru Legacy Wagon AWD c9494a $246/month $10,488 $13.488 $9,488 mmrrr- wm m V: 2004 Acura RSX $12,888 •j wmrn D9148A $279/month $14.888 — WW'"" 1 —~T 2007 Dodge Caliber PSOD? $269/month 2005 Jeep Liberty o8979a $269/month $14.995 $14,995 2002 Dodge Quad-Cab D9231A $299/month 2005 Chevy SS Cobalt P3102 $293/month mm — — saw 2005 Nissan Altima D8183C $289/month 2003 Chevy Tahoe 4x4 OSSSSA $283 /month $15,488 $15,500 2004 Dodge Ram 4x4 Quad Cab PSISIM $299/month P3085 2006 Chrysler Sebring GTC Convertible $279/month 2006 Jeep Liberty 3 to choose from P3119 $299/month $15,888 $15,995 $16,488 2006 Dodge Dakota ST d9433a $319/month 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 D9112A $359/month 2006 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited P3129 $369/month 7 p.m.: The Choir and musi­ cians of Pine Swamp Baptist Church in Idlewild are having an evening of song and music. We would love to have you share this time of worship with us. Rev. Garrett Mahaffey is pastor. 7 p.m.: Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ $16,488 $16,888 tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Sunday April 1 •Pi 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community ilkc College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and 2003 Ford F-250 Diesel D8983A 2003 Ford F-250 XLT Diesel D9208A $22,688 $27,995 $17.995 WE BUY CLEAN USED VEHICLES!! $19,888 - - - ———— ' 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 Quad pm $21,500 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel D9191A $31,888 [| $33,900 JHHf All payments and prices include $2,000 cash down or trade of equal value plus lax. tag & doc, AOC on approved credit, APR terms vary depending on miles and model. Call dealer for details. 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This special event begins at 6:00 p.m. Seating is limited, so arrive early and get a good seat. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)9824840, Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743, or Tim Carter at (336)982-3932. 6:30 p.m.: The sanctuary choir of First Baptist Church, West Jefferson, will present a cantata for Holy Week in the church sanctuary. The Living Last Supper, by Ruth Schram, is a dramatic musi­ cal presentation with song and monologue. Twelve men from the congregation will por­ tray the desciples and Larry Rousseau will portray Jesus as they partake of the last Passover meal before the crucifixion. Communion will be observed during the pre­ sentation. Everyone is invited to attend this performance. Becky Burgess is the director and Maureen Blackburn is the accompanist. 7 p.m.: The Fellowship Quartet will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The Pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and con­ gregation invite everyone to attend. Monday April 2 12 p.m.: The public is cor­ dially invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Speaker for Monday is Rev. A.B. Weaver and music by Mrs. Lisa Courtney of Hospice. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 6:30 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is sponsoring a discussion on voluntary simplicity. All are welcome to attend. The discussion is held in the lobby classroom of Ashe Memorial Hospital. 6:30 p.m.: Audition dates have been set for Ashe County Little Theatre's sum­ mer musical, Into the Woods. Directed by Rebecca Herman, and produced by Jane Lonon, this summer's production is scheduled to run from June 21 through June 25. Auditions will be held on Monday, April 2nd, at 6:30 p. m. at the Ashe Civic Center. Individuals will be asked to complete readings from the script and to sing a selection of their choice. An accompanist will be provided. For more information call the Ashe Arts Center at 336.846ARTS. 7 p.m.: The ASHE REALLY CARES Committee will be meeting for it's quarterly meeting at the Ashe Baptist Association Conference Room. Committee members are Mrs. Kathy Bower, Mrs. Mary Alice Witherspoon, Mrs. Terri Shatley, Glenn South, Charles Moore, Bobby Hamby, and Rev. Steve LeaShomb. This is open to the public and if interested we would love to have you attend. 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. The topic of the pro­ gram will be "Law Enforcement Crisis Intervention Program." Speakers will include Robert Kurtz, PhD, Program Manager, Justice Systems Innovations, N.C. Division of MH/DD/SAS and Deputy Todd Flowers, a CIT trained officer with the Vance County Police Department. The Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Program is a community partnership consisting of law enforcement officers, mental health providers, and mental health consumers and their families. All the partners work together to avert or de-esca- late crisis and direct the con­ sumer to appropriate care. The public is invited to attend this important presentation to hear about the many benefits the CIT Program provides for law enforcement, consumers and community at large. 7 p.m.: Full Moon Ceremony. Join us in celebrating every full moon throughout the spring. We'll engage the ener­ gies of Grandmother Moon, raise our vibrations, initiate a process of transformation. Free. 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Call 336-246-3600 or visit our website www.whitehartwoods. com. Tuesday April 3 9 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12 hour training, Registration Required! 11:30 a.m.: NARFE (The National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees) will meet at Fraser's Restaurant. A pro­ gram will be presented by an N. C. Park Ranger. Active and retired feder­ al personnel are urged to attend 12 p.m.: The public is cordially invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Speaker for Tuesday is Rev. David Blackburn and music by West Jefferson United Methodist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 Wednesday April 4 12 p.m.: The public is cor­ dially invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Speaker for Wednesday is Dr. Earl Davis and music by West Jefferson First Baptist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 9 Thursday April 5 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. a.m. Activities at 10 a.m. Food, Games, Prizes and Egg Hunt! 6:30 p.m.: Disabled American Veterans will have their Bingo game at Family Central. Thank you, Buddy Greer, (Commander) 336982-3743 7 p.m.: The Executive Committee of the Ashe Baptist Association will hold it's quarterly meeting with the 10 a.m.: Trinity Baptist Church will be having an Easter Day Camp from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. During the camp children will get to play games make crafts have lunch, Easter egg hunt and learn about Jesus death & resurrec­ tion. Ages 4-12 welcome. Rides available. Please call Trinity at 828-262-5751 Mon - Friday from 1 -5 PM for more information. Pleasant Home Baptist Church in Grassy Creek, NC All com­ mittee members, pastors and anyone interested in the work of Ashe Baptist are invited to attend. Speaker for Thursday is Rev. Art Eaton and music by Fletcher Memorial Baptist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.:The annual Spring Bazaar & Yard Sale will be held at the Creston Methodist Church Fellowship Hall located off Thee Top Road across from the Creston Fire Department. Good collection of clothing, collectables, furni­ ture, toys, etc. Tickets on sale by members of the CrestonGreen Valley Charge for an original oil painting by Larry J. Lewis. Tickets can also be pur­ chased at the Bazaar. All pro­ ceeds are to benefit the four churches of the Creston Green Valley Methodist Charge. 9:45 a.m.: Midway Baptist Church (Beside Walmart) Easter Egg-Travaganza for toddlers to 10 years old. Rain or Shine! Registration at 9:45 1 p.m.: The Annual Prostate Cancer Screening spon­ sored by the Jefferson's Rotary Club will take place from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at Ashe Memorial Hospital in the Outpatient Clinic on 3rd floor. Please call Mountain Hearts at 846-0744 to make an appoint­ ment to have your PSA drawn on March 30th and to schedule your appointment for April 12th for your screening. Sunday April 8 Ongoing Events 2nd annual Easter Sunrise Service- non denomination­ al- held at 853 Cox Road, If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, 7 a.m.: The West Jefferson •Run Errands or Help with Lions Club will hold a Chores Pancake Breakfast the first •Being a Good Listener Saturday in April at the West Administrative Volunteers: Jefferson School cafeteria •Answer the Phones from 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. For •Make Copies only $6.00 you get all you can •Filing eat pancakes and sausage •Preparing Newsletters along with juice and coffee. Fundraising Volunteers: So be sure to come out and •Shatley Springs Breakfast join us, and bring your fam­ •Charles Fleanor Memorial ily and friends. This fundraiser Flea Market is to help support the clubs •Golf Tournaments SightFirst II campaign. Public Speakers: For further information or how •Promote Hospice Awareness to join contact a local Lion in the Community by speaking or come to a meeting at the to churches, schools and com­ Winners Circle every first and munity organizations third Tuesday of each month at Please contact your local 6:30 p.m. Hospice office at (336) 246- 10 a.m.: Trinity Baptist 6443 to register or for more Church will be having an information. We also have the Easter Day Camp from 10 training on video if you are a.m.-3 p.m. During the camp unable to attend all sessions. children will get to play games Jennifer Richardson jrichard- make crafts have lunch, Easter son@hchealth.net egg hunt and learn about Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Jesus' death & resurrection. Ashe & Alleghany Counties Ages 4-12 welcome. Rides 12 hour training, Registration available. Please call Trinity at Required! 828-262-5751 Mon - Friday 12 p.m.: The public is cor­ from 1 -5 PM for more infor­ dially invited to attend Holy mation. Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Thursday April 12 on Nettle Knob Road in West Jefferson. Half a Chicken, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, Drink and Dessert for $6.00. Proceeds go to helping Ashe County Citizens in need. We Will Deliver for orders of 5 or more in West Jefferson! 12 p.m.: The public is cor­ dially invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Saturday April 7 on April 9 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The pro­ gram will include a discus­ sion of raising apple trees and organic gardening by Ron and Suzanne Joyner. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. 11 a.m.: Helping Hands Ladies Group of Bethel Baptist Church will be having a Chicken BBQ Fundraiser Friday April 6 Speaker for Friday is Rev. Jim Thompson and music by Bethany United Methodist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The April meeting Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking vol­ unteers for upcoming fund Jefferson, NC. We welcome ALL to attend. Service and music!!! Attend this truly unique service outside, on a hill top, in prayer garden! For additional information call Dawn Ellis 336 977 6317. raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. 6:30 a.m.: Easter Sunrise Service at Mtn. View Baptist Church. Preaching will be Rev. Ken Holmes. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite everyone to attend! 6:30 a.m.: Easter Sunrise Service Sunday at Mtn. View Baptist Church Preaching will be Rev. Ken Holmes. Pastor Denton Hart and the congre­ gation want to invite everyone to attend! 6:30 a.m.: There will be an Easter Sun Rise Service at Temple Baptist Church. Rev. Robert Patrick will be the speaker. Breakfast will be pro­ vided in the fellowship hall after the service. Worship service will start at 10:30 a.m. Thbe pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite everyone to attened both of these services. 7 a.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will have Easter Sunrise Service. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek com­ munity. 10 a.m.: "My Savior, My God" will be presented by the Friendship Baptist Church Choir. Beautifully arranged by Richard Kingsmore, this 40-minute musical not only tells the story of Jesus' final hour on this earth, but in the process, looks at the three people who knew Him in an earthly way before His cruci­ fixion and resurrection, and afterward, came to under­ stand the eternal truth Jesus Christ that changed their lives for eternity. Featuring powerful songs, moving narration and drama, this musical will help you to see beyond the "story" of Jesus to the personal reality of his death and resurrection. Minister of Music Jeremy Kilgore & Pastor, Rev. David Grinnell and congregation welcome you Monday April 9 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your dona­ tions for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the Dog Park IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be available. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385-6129 or 336-877-7835 Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are UnderwayU Classmates - Please pall or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes@ bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com Our elementary need your help! schools Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for children in conjunc­ tion with a visiting author pro­ gram about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336-9824200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. 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Wilkesboro - 336-838-0123 336-246-4644 -107 North Fifth Ave. J �LAA;. I SB FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 20-Classified Department Ad Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION in the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 ft (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: W-V (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 100-General Services 140-Help Wanted J. Y. 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For a full job description and an application, contact the Employment Security Commission located at Family Central, 626 Ashe Central School Road, Jefferson, NC 28640. Deadline for application is Friday, March 23, 2007 at 5:00 pm. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR I (743-40-1654) If you have left Open until filled. FT pictures with us with New River PLEASE remember to Behavioral Healthcare come in and pick SR Work base them up. Alleghany. Duties THANK YOU include: working a Jefferson Post caseload of adults with PUBLISHER S NOTICE: severe and persistent All real estate advertising In this newspaper is sub­ mental illness, ject to the Fair Housing Act monitoring, arranging which makes it illegal to and linking clients to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination services and based on race, color, completing paperwork. religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national Much of the work will origin includes children un­ be in the community der the age of 16 living with and clients' homes. parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people Usual Schedule: securing custody of chil­ Mon - Fri, 8-5, flexibility dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly required. Minimum accept any advertising for requirements: legal estate which is In Bachelor's degree in violation of the law. Our readers are here by human service field Informed that all dwellings and two years of advertised In this newspa­ per are available on equal related human services opportunity basis. To com­ counseling/therapy plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at which provides 1-800-669-9777. experience in The toll-telephone number techniques of for the hearing Impaired is 1-800-927-9275. counseling/therapy, case management or 40-Lost & Found group work one of which was supervised. Have you found an Hiring range: $33,564 animal or item? Have $38,424. Submit state you lost a favorite pet application to: or item? Advertise it in Alleghany Employment the Jefferson Post for Security Commission, FREE. Ad will run PO Box 996, for 2 weeks. Sparta, NC 28675. Call 846-7164 Criminal records check Lost in the Scottville and pre-employment area on 3/12/07, a fe­ drug testing is required. male red hound mix EOE/AAE. answering to the name of Zoey. She is wear­ Need a new job? ing a flowered collar Look in with an Ashe County The Jefferson Post rabies tag. If found Classifieds! please call Karen at WANTED 336-982-8399 or 336Job Seekers to attend 977-3935. Job Fair to be held on Lost: Female Pekinese, Tuesday, March 27th, Red & Blonde. Missing at the John A. Walker from the Baldwin area Center on the campus since March 9. Please of Wilkes Community call 877-5304 with any College from 3:00 pm information. till 6:00 pm. Employers will be present to talk Lost: Remington Power with you. Can also Nailer on 4-Lane register for door prizes. between Jefferson & Hosted by the Wilkes West Jefferson. Lost JobLink Career Center on March 8th. Call in partnership with 877-7346 with any Wilkes Community information. College. For more Missing from West information, please call (336) 651-2541. View Terrace in West Jefferson on or around Equal Opportunity Em­ ployer/Program. March 5, an 8 month Auxiliary aids and old long hair, blue/gray neutered male cat with services available upon request to individuals long bushy tail. with disabilities. Answers to Smokey. 1-800-735-2962 (TT) Reward offered for his 1-800-735-8262 return. Call 982-2309 (Voice) or 877-1102. 30-Special Notices JEFFERSON POST Schwan's Home Service, Inc., a leader in food sales and delivery for over 50 years, is seeking entrepreneurial individuals to join our growing team. 300Miscellaneous For Sale: Bob Timberlake Artist Proof, #74 of 75, Portrait of Zinnias. $800. Noritake China, Crestmont pattern, service for 8, $300. Call 336- 982-5845 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Customer Service Managers Route Sales Schwan's Home Service, Inc., Can offer you: PAID Training! Great BENEFITSI Apply online at www.schwansjobs.com. For questions call (757) 538-8202 or (888) 650-2775 EOE 235-Christmas Trees For Sale: Fraser Fir Seedlings, 3-0's, bedrun. Also, have trans­ plants. 276-579-7733 310-Musical Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. WANTED: Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. 235-Shubbery Shrubbery for Sale 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information ..... — JH Gus is a 1-2 yr. old, all black, male rottie/lab mix. He's a HUGE dog weighing about 100 lbs. Gus is a big softie who loves to play and craves human atten­ tion. He would be OK with other dogs that are but he submissive, wants to be the king of the castle. Gus needs an experienced large breed dog owner to adopt him because his size can be over­ whelming. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shel­ ter in Sparta at 336372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com Compspur Arkansas PLACEYOUR Black Apple DOGS AND CATS DF Red Delicious FOR SALE AD HERE Apple FOR ONLY DF Alberta Peach from $3.50 PER AD. Stark (UP TO 20 WORDS Alberta Queen Peach PER AD). CALL 2 Apricot Trees CLASSIFIED DEPT. 3 Lilac Bushes AT 336-846-7164 Pin Oak FOR MORE Hydrangea Tree INFORMATION. Boxwoods, large Sparky is a 1.5-2 year You dig. old fawn male, pure­ 336-385-9438 bred boxer. His tail is docked, ears are natu­ 260-Garage/Yard ral. He's a typical box­ Sales er, full of energy. could really •B'/J:liicf-11^••1 Sparky thrive in a home where KITS he's the only dog. He Are available at the craves attention and Jefferson Post for loves to receive it. purchase. Each kit Please contact Barbara includes: 6 Signs for more information at 60 Price Stickers Secondcr@aim.com. 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Special is an older Inventory & Tip Sheet. terrier mix female and For only $5.95 each is a special-needs dog. She lost her front left YARD SALES paw in an accident Advertise your yard several years ago. sale in this space. She does fine with her 3 remaining feet, 1 time $9.50 but other dogs tend to 2 times — $15.00 pick on her because of this disability. She is Copy along with an inside house dog payment have to be that is paper trained. in our office by She would really like a these deadlines: house with a fenced in yard because she is Tues. paper No later not used to walking on then -Fri. 9 am a leash. Fri. paper - No later Contact Robyn for then -Wed. 9 am more info at alleghaTwo inch space for or 336-363-9187 the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers For Sale: 1980 Harley Davidson, 80ci FLH Police Bike. Many new internal engine parts. This is a riding bike, not a show bike. Bought boat, must sell bike. $7500 firm. No tire kickers, please. Call 336-384-1074 after 6 pm. For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 3BR/2BA Brick Home with carport in nice set­ ting in West Jefferson. Offering hardwood flooring/carpet & new tile. $700 per month. Call Carolina Mountain properties at 336246-2880. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our Tor rentsections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 2 bedroom/2 bath mo­ bile home on 2 acre lot. Appliances. No smoking or pets inside. $400 per month, $400 security deposit. 1 year lease and references required. 336-384-3913 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale For Sale: House, Outbuildings & 26 acres more or less. Call 336-384-3360 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. 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For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS This the 22nd day of February, 2007 Bill R. Eggers 2555 Grassy Creek Rd. Grassy Creek, NC 28631 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, 28694 NC Publication dates: 3-9-07; 3-16-07; 3-23-07; 3-30-07 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Faye Bare, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 742 Woodrow Bare Rd., Laurel Springs, NC 28644 on or before the 18th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. The the 12th day of March, 2007. Dorothy B Hoppers Terry Bare Co-Executors for the Estate of Faye Bare Having qualified as Exectrix of the Estate of Shields Harvey Clarke, SR, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 548 Isley Place, Burlington NC 27215 on or before the 4th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 23rd day of February, 2007. Elizabeth T. Clarke Executrix for the Estate of Sheilds Harvey Clarke, SR. Your some for news in Ashe Count}/and the High Countnj: The Jefferson Post NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Date of Sale: April 3, 2007 Time of Sale: 12:00 pm Place of Sale: Ashe County Courthouse Description of Property: See Attached Descrip­ tion. Record Owners: Michele A. Reno and George R. Reno Address of Property: 332 Harless Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Deed of Trust: Book: 298 Page: 704 Dated: July 28, 2003 Grantors: Michele A. Reno and George R. Reno, husband and wife Original Beneficiary: Superior Home Mort­ gage Corporation CONDITIONS OF SALE: Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of Forty-five Cents (45c) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308(a)(1). This sale is made subject to all unpaid taxes and superior liens or encumbrances of record and assess­ ments, if any, against the said property, and any recorded leases. This sale is also sub­ ject to any applicable county land transfer tax, and the successful third party bidder shall be required to make payment for any such county land transfer tax. A cash deposit of 5% of the purchase price will be required at the time of the sale. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance of the purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Substitute Trustee ten­ ders to him a deed for the property or at­ tempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in North Carolina General Stat­ ues Section 45-21.30 (d) and (e). This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required Wilkes Community College ACA LEAD INSTRUCTOR For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator Home Health Program Coordinator EMERGENCY Call 336-372-3226 or visit www.amhsparta.org ALLIANCE 1195-Legals 1115Professionals SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New NOTICE TO 2007 models 2,3, and 4 CREDITORS 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. Having qualified as We will MEET or BEAT Administratrix of the Estate of Michael Pat­ anyone's prices. rick Joseph Joslin, Call 336-973-2336 late of Ashe County, North For more information, 505-Modular Carolina, this is to Call 336-246-9163 noti­ Homes for Sale TDD# 1-800-735-2962 fy all persons having LOOK!! claims against saia ASHE SENIOR 2 New Modulars just estate to present VILLAGE arrived -ULTIMATE them APARTMENTS HOME LIVING. MUST to the undersigned at 8300 Swallow Ct., SEE TO BELIEVE. HOUSING FOR #101, Austin, TX THE ELDERLY 62+ | Call for appointment at 78758 336-973-2335 160 CHATTYROB I on or before the 18th LANE I day of June, 2007, or WEST JEFFERSON MODULARS! this Notice will be NC 28694 pleaded in bar to their MODULARS! recovery. All persons Arriving Daily. ACCEPTING indebted to the estate Come by and look or APPLICATIONS FOR will please make call for Appointment immediate payment to FUTURE VACANCIES the undersigned. 336-973-2335 ONE BEDROOM APTS. Ask for Joe. This the 9th day of RANGE & March, 2007. REFRIGERATOR 530-Lots & IN UNIT Acreage Donna L.K Winston RENT BASED ON Administratrix for the INCOME Do you have a lot Estate of Michael WATER & SEWER or acreage for sale? Patrick Joseph Joslin INCLUDED IN RENT List it in the Jefferson HANDICAPPED Post Classifieds. ACCESSIBLE Call 336-846-7164 EQUAL HOUSING to place your ad. OPPORTUNITY FOR INFORMATION 1115CALL Professionals 336-246-9791 LEARN BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ONTHE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. New River property for local Ashe County family. Prefer south fork of river or north fork close to town. If you own riverfront property and would be willing to discuss selling 2-5 acres for a single nicely built home that will be used for our family on occasion, I would appreciate hearing from you. Because my Dad is 80 years old, we are looking for a gentle grade to river. Can be either wooded or pasture. This house will not be rented. We are a small, quiet family wanting to enjoy the river and privacy as a retreat. If you have something to talk about, please call Elliot @ 877-2291. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale GRUBB LOGGING 300Miscellaneous WANTED: WANTED TO BUY Small or Large Tracts of Timber Paying Top Dollar Call 982-8154 and leave a message. For Sale: 2003 XR 70 BdMJ[iL-n -J M[aktx Honda Motorcycle Kick Starter, 3 speed, We lease Pianos. automatic. Very good New & Used Grands. condition. Comes with We buy, sell, tune, owners manual, title move, refinish & and tool kit. Half off rebuild pianos. original price. $950. Acme - Piano Man Call 336-982-8154 or 800-745-3950 336-877-7845 For Sale: Heavy duty Whitfield Tree Setter in very good condition. Call 336-982-2724 Fraser Fir Transplants 65C each. Negotiable pricing depending upon quantity and who lifts plants. 20,000 available. 828-898-2970. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap Hospice Weekend RN OTR/L or COTA/L We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 23, 2007 PAGE 9B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals by law. line. S 88-17 E 134.72 feet to the Lloyd Miller corner; thence with the Miller line, N 14-27 E 24.00 feet to an iron stake, N 14-27 E 211.75 feet to an iron stake and N 89-14 W 116.50 feet to the Ronford Baldwin corner, thence with the Bald­ win Line S 03-00 E 87.32 feet, to an iron stake, N 86-49 W 140.60 feet to an iron stake and N 88-49 W 21.87 feet to a point in the centerline of NCSR 1135; thence with the centerline of said road, S 41-11 E 45.39 feet, S 30-40 E 71.50 feet and S 19-37 E 49.08 feet to the BEGIN­ NING, containing 0.815 acre. Inclusive of the existing right of way of NCSR 1135. According to a survey by Bobby J. Oliver, Registered Land Surveyor, L-1276, March 14, 1977. fence, S 89 degrees 57 minutes W 132 feet to north bar post; S 18 degrees W 45 feet to east gate post; S 10 degrees 26 minutes E 45 feet to east edge of community road; S 89 degrees 55 minutes E 140 feet to stake; N 1 degree 24 minutes W 87 feet with fence to point of BEGINNING, containing 0.27 acre, more or less. And being the same land described in and conveyed by deed from Ronford Baldwin, Wid­ ower, to Dale Baldwin and wife, Ella Baldwin dated 19 December 1975 and of record in Book S-5, page 401, Ashe County Public Registry. There is EXCEPTED that 50.0-foot portion as recording in Book 279, pages 172-173 Ashe County Registry, said document incor­ porated by reference as though fully set out herein. Dated: 2-9-07 Philip A. Glass, Substitute Trustee Nodell, Glass & Haskell, L.L.P. Posted on 3-13-07 LEGAL DESCRIPTION TRACT 1 Lying and being in North Carolina, Ashe County, West Jefferson adjoining Township, the lands of Leonard Jordan, Ronford Bald­ win and others and being specifically described as follows: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline of NCSR 1135 at its inter­ section with a private driveway, corner of Tom Lewis, Leonard Jordan and the south­ west corner of the Wiley Harless Estate property herein descri­ bed; thence with the centerline of said drive, the Leonard Jordan TRACT II BEGINNING on a locust post at cross fence, running with T & L CONSTRUCTION y e x i t / . . . •uHD HjD[M20©C] CXDOT BQGCPG Q3CD0CK3SS A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gift, <Sub><soript.ion for... In Ashe County 1SJ ame • $36.OO Address Seniors In Ashe Co. 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LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES ALL TYPES OF GRADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman ! • Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 ^Septic Systems • Basements • Footers q,||. 828-773-6736 W- OOLS OIV WHEEIS RJ CAM • Remodel Jobs • Deeks ' Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4332 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 22 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-03-23 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/a566d98bd987a3ca4febf1c44192fab2.pdf 89cbabe9b67a4db39884ada363ee0283 PDF Text Text I — 1 page 1B 2007 • Soccer team splits conference games page 1B 500 4 t f Phone:336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwjeffersonpost.com • ACHS Softball team wins again Volume page 1B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 $25,000 Con artists target seniors reward offered Woman missing since 2001 by Jim Thompson Editor Six years ago last Friday, Julie Ann Lovett, then 29, walked down a country road near Shouns Crossroads in Johnson County, Tenn. That was the last time anyone has seen here. Last week, her family an­ nounced they were now offer­ ing a $25,000 reward for infor­ mation leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for Lovett's disap­ pearance. They had previous­ ly offered $10,000. This is the latest effort to crack a case that has baffled authorities in two states. To date, no one is even sure if Julie Ann Lovett is alive or dead. While she has not been seen since 2001, no body has ever been found. Searches in this county and in Johnson County with cadaver dogs and by investigators have failed to yield a single clue. At one point, two persons were inves­ tigated for alleged ties to the disappearance, but nothing conclusive was found and no charges were ever filed. Julie Ann Lovett was born in Avery County /a 1971. Shtt. is the mother of two children, and had been married (with the last name MacMahan) for a time. When she disappeared, she was living with a boyfriend, Danny Forrester, then 39. Her children were living in Roan Mountain, Tenn. On Sunday, March 25, 2001, Blenda Lovett, her mother, who lived in Newland in Avery County, and her one daughter went to visit anoth­ er daughter in Stoney Creek, Tenn. They decided to swing by Julie's home for a surprise visit. They found Forrester ! ' £ Post photo by Linda Burchette Post file photo Julie Ann Lovett has been missing since March 2001. . "~I Tuesday ' March 27, • Baseball team shuts out Vikings Before a striking background painted by R.T. Morgan, the Ashe County Little Theatre cast of "Catfish Moon" will present a poignant look back to their youth this weekend. Cast and crew from left are, seated: Dayne Hodges, Ken Mullen, Judi Mullen, Producer Tyler Cloherty; standing: Scott Kastl, Director Jeff Dreyer, and Kayla Weaver. 'Catfish Moon' opens Thursday at Civic Center washing clothes. He said Julie had left on foot two days earli­ er after an argument between the two of them. Authorities believe she left around 8 p.m. Lovett had left everything at the home, including her vehicle, pocketbook and other personal items. She had re Grab your fishing pole and portedly left on a Friday, but lantern and head on down to never called her children, with the dock at Ashe Civic Center whom she was supposed to for an entertaining evening have had visitation over that with the "Catfish Moon." weekend. All family members This delightful, 'Vhe* of say none of this was like her; the old South" is being per­ she usually let people know if formed by members of Ashe she went somewhere. County Little Theatre March Julie's family immediately 29 through April 1. contacted the authoz*ities, and Thursday, March 29 is the Sheriffs Departments in opening night for Catfish Johnson County, Tenn., and Moon with additional perfor­ Ashe County were joined by mances March 30 and 31 and the SBI of North Carolina, a Sunday matinee on April and the Tennesse Bureau of 1. You won't want to miss Investigation. this opportunity to visit this Little surfaced. Steven place, where "Old-timers see Smith, the missing woman's that yellow light falling down brother-in-law, told authori­ out of the midnight sky, just ties the boyfriend, Forrester, bright enough to make the had said Julie left a note, lizard moss glow up in the asking him to pick her up in top of a sweet gum, and they See Missing, page 5A knew the fish would be bit­ ing. Catfish Moon was written by Laddy Sartin and was pre­ sented at the Kennedy Cen­ ter for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC. as a finalist in "the Kennedy Center Amer­ ican College Theatre Festival on April 17,1995. It was later presented at the Charlotte Repertory Theatre in Char­ lotte in February 1996. Directed by Jeff Dreyer, and produced by Tyler Clo­ herty, Catfish Moon focus­ es on the lives of four old friends, as they reminisce about the past, examine the present, and look toward the future. Curley, played by Little Theatre veteran Ken Mullen, wants to purchase a lot at the lake and fix up the pier the way it was when he and his friends were young. His dissatisfaction with life in the present is evident when he realizes "... we used to actually enjoy life. Now all we do is woVk and chase the big bucks. For what? Life! 1/'.-. just passing us by." Curiey's trip down memo­ ry lane is derailed by Gordon, played by Scott Kastl, who is not only a recovering alco­ holic, but also wants to marry Curiey's sister Betty. Betty, played by Judi Mullen, is not ready to make a permanent commitment; she has just di­ vorced Frog, played by Dayne Hodges, because he was less than discreet with a waitress from the local restaurant. There seems to be hope for a reconciliation all around as See Play, page 5A NORTH WILKESBORO —While con games have changed with the times, the practice of defrauding con­ sumers of all ages is nothing new. When the target is a se­ nior, however, the stakes have never been higher, say senior care experts. Senior scams are costing older adults their life savings, their homes, and even their lives. From lottery and sweep­ stakes scams and investment fraud to home improvement schemes, seniors often are sit­ ting ducks for a criminal look­ ing to make fast cash. According to 2005 statistics from the National Fraud In­ formation Center, 22 percent of telemarketing scam com­ plaints were logged by those over the age of 70, which rep­ resents the highest percent­ age of any demographic group that year. What makes older adults so vulnerable to tricksters, scammers, and con criminals? It appears that physical and psychological needs are at the heart of this issue, according to research and anecdotes from senior experts. "Seniors often worry they will outlive their money and are concerned that they might not be able to continue to live the lifestyle to which tney have become accustomed," said Michael Goodman from the Home Instead Senior Care office in North Wilkes- boro, serving northwestern North Carolina. 'That's among the con­ cerns we've heard seniors express and one reason we believe they are so vulner­ able to scams," he said. "Some may get caught up in these schemes because they are looking for ways to improve their financial situations." Research confirms that See Fraud, page 5A Changes to subdivision ordinance considered by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Opponents to floodplain development in Ashe were pleased March 19 when pro­ posed changes to the county's residential subdivision ordi­ nance were brought before the commissioners. These changes propose more restric­ tions on development inside the hundred year floodplain. Speaking for the plan­ ning board, Planning Direc­ tor Zach Edwardson outlined the proposed changes. He said the county already has some of the most restrictive floodplain development regu­ lations in the state, but there are concerns among residents about building going on in the floodplains so the plan­ ning board decided to look at the residential subdivision ordinance for improvements to address those concerns. One proposed change re­ Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com quires a lot to have at least half an acre outside the base flood elevation of the floodplain with areas inside the base flood elevation marked unsuitable for residential construction. Wells and/ or septic systems could be placed in this area only if ap­ proved by the Appalachian Regional Health Authority or other governmental author­ ity. This change would elimi­ nate subdivisions built com­ pletely inside the floodplain, Edwardson said, and make sure someone could build a house with sufficient setback for neighbors' wells, septic systems and propqne tanks. One acre would be outside all other easements to make sure, he said, that lots are buildable. Another change would require homes in new sub­ divisions to be built outside the hundred year floodplain while the placement of wells and septic systems would have to be approved by the health authority. This re­ quirement would affect only new subdivisions and not those property owners who own land in developments that have already been ap­ proved. County standard roads and the utility lines that fol­ low them could be placed in­ side the hundred year floodplain to access the tract of land being developed from a state maintained road, but must exit the hundred year floodplain as soon as possible and not reenter. This change is proposed to help prevent damage to roads and utility lines and blockage by debris caused by flooding. Edwardson also suggested that staff approved subdivi­ sions, which are first cuts See Changes, page 5A N.C. History Teacher of the Year NEW YORK - The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History is seeking nominations for the annual North Carolina History Teacher of the Year Award. The Institute, in partnership with Preserve America, inaugurated the award in 2004. The History Teacher of the Year Award is designed to promote and celebrate the teaching of American history in classrooms across the United States. It honors one exceptional teacher of American history from each state and U.S. ter­ Here (s)he comes... Photo courtesy of DeAnna Lewis Other contestants congratulate "Clndl Rella" as the winner of the Mz. Relay 2007 Womanless Beauty Pageant held March 17 at Westwood Elementary School. The hilarious event offered a great deal of fun and entertainment for the participants and audience and raised over $5,762 for Relay for Life, an annual event to help fight cancer. See story and more pictures on page 12A. ritory. [This year, only K-6 teachers are eligible for nomination.) The selection of the state winner is based upon several criteria, including: experi­ ence in teaching American history for at least three years; a deep career commitment to teach­ ing American history; evidence of creativity and imagination in the classroom; and close attention to documents, artifacts, historic sites, and the other primary materials of history. The state winner will receive a $1,000 hono­ rarium and will be in the running for the National History Teacher of the Year award to be selected this fall. His or her school library will receive a core archive of history books and materials. The deadline is March 30, 2007. For more information, contact Melissa Lara, North Carolina Coordinator, at 919-807-3829 or mlara@dpi.state, nc.us. Founded in 1994, the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History promotes the study and love of American history. Preserve America is a White House initiative that encourages greater shared knowledge about the nation's past and increased local participation in preserving the country's cultural and natural heritage assets. �PAGE 2A TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Hazel Dean Blevins West Jefferson July 2, 1927 March 20, 2007 Mrs. Hazel Dean Blevins, age 79 of West Jefferson, NC died Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. Mrs. Elliott was born July 2, 1927 in Ashe County to the late Jessie Grandville and Callie Miller Elliott. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her first husband, Vernon Robert Lyall and a sister, Ma­ bel Louise Gentry. She was a member of Smethport Baptist Church. Fred Emmet Lewis Funeral services were held Thursday, March 22, 2007 at 2 p.m., at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. John Elledge. Burial followed in the Wallace Cemetery. The family received friends from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m., Wednesday, March 21st at Badger Funer­ al Home. Mrs. Blevins is survived by her husband, Harvey Blevins; two sons, Larry Lyall of West Jefferson and Tony Lyall and wife Sharon of Wilkesboro; one daughter, Dayna Leloudis and husband George of Asheville, N.C.; one brother, How­ ard Elliott and wife Madge of West Jefferson; two half-sis­ ters, Mae Cook and husband Robert of Blowing Rock and Faye Lewis and husband Emmett of West Jefferson; two half-brothers, Johnny Elliott and wife Diane and Billy Ray Elliott and wife Roberta all of West Jefferson; 8 grandchil­ dren, and 4 great-grandchil­ dren You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Ferris Eugene Lane Jefferson April 8, 1932 March 18, 2007 Mr. Ferris Eugene Lane, better known as "Gene", age 74, of Jefferson, died Sunday, March 18, 2007 at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, March 21, 2007 at 7 p.m. at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services were held on Thursday, March 22, 2007 at 10 a.m. at Senter Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. on Wednesday, one hour prior to the funeral service. Mr. Lane was born on Edward Hampton Woodie, Jr. were accepted. Salisbury, N.C. Mr. Lewis is survived by July 1, 1928 one son, Richard Miller of June 24,1934 March 21, 2007 North Wilkesboro, N.C.; five March 11, 2007 Mr. Edward Hampton Fred Emmett Lewis, age daughters, Melissa Church Woodie, Jr., 78, of Salisbury, 72, of Lenoir, NC, formerly of and Carolyn Lewis, both of N.C., went to be with his Lord, Ashe County, N.C., died Sun­ North Wilkesboro, N.C., Cath­ Wednesday, March 21, 2007 day, March 11, 2007 at his erine Davis of Lenoir, N.C., at Rowan Regional Medical home. Mr. Lewis was born Crystal Mullis of West Jeffer­ Center. June 24, 1934 in Ashe Coun­ son, N.C. and Chasidy Hewitt Born July 1, 1928, in Lan­ ty, N.C. to the late Joe and of Hickory, N.C.; two brothers, sing, N.C., he was the son of Callie Woodard Lewis. He Clyde and Henry Lewis, both the late Edward H. and Ethel was a member of Crossroads of Creston, N.C. Also surviv­ Sexton Woodie of West Jeffer­ Baptist Church. He enjoyed ing are 15 grandchildren, 18 son, N.C. Bluegrass music and played great-grandchildren, 1 step Mr. Woodie served in the great-grandchild and several the banjo and guitar. U.S. Army and Air Force. For Funeral services will be nieces and nephews. 25 years, he was a volunteer The family would like to held Wednesday, March 14, at the W.G. Hefner VA Medi­ 2007 at Ashelawn Memo­ send their special thanks out cal Center and loved to hand rial Chapel in Jefferson, N.C. to a very special nephew, Ivey out Bibles in the Salisbury Reverend Spencer Roark and Lewis for the care of Fred community. He attended ser­ Reverend Avery Roark offici­ Lewis. He will always re­ vices at Salisbury Church of ated. Burial followed in the member you. God. You may email condolenc­ Lewis Cemetery in Creston, Preceding him in death N.C. The family received es to the family through our was a brother, Clyde Woodie friends from 1 p.m. until 2 website www.ashelawn.com. of Greenville, S.C. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ p.m. Wednesday prior to the Survivors include his wife funeral service at Ashelawn pel is in charge of the ar­ of 55 years, Flora Brooks Memorial Chapel. Flowers rangements. Woodie; sons, Marshall J. Woodie of Jacksonville, Fla., Mr. Houck was born in Ashe Edward "Danny" D. Woodie County on Tuesday, March 13, and Billy C. Wqodi^ of Salis­ 1917 to the late Charles Ed­ bury; daughters, Darlene ward Houck and to the late Duckett of Cowpens, S.C., Naomi Trivette Houck. He Joyce Jones and Merinda was an Agricultural Farmer Richardson of Salisbury, and and a Saw Miller. He was Kathy Earnhardt of Mocksa member of Faith Chapel ville; brothers, Quincy Woodie Church of Christ in Christian of Greensboro, Vance Woodie, Doug Woodie, Kenny Woodie Union. He is survived by his wife, of West Jefferson, Rev. Glenn Myrtle Gentry Houck, after 69 Woodie of Jefferson; sister, years of marriage; three sons, Shirley Sheets of West Jeffer­ Fred Allen Houck and wife, son; 19 grandchildren and 21 Helen, David Kent Houck and great-grandchildren. Visitation was from 7 p.m. wife, Jo Ann and Harold Ray Houck and wife, Marion, all of Todd; five grandchildren, Grant McKinley Wanda Jo Walker Michael Houck, Robin Black­ Houck burn, Teresa Hansen, Theresa Girtman Todd Robinson and Danny Houck; Jefferson March 13, 1917 seven great-grandchildren; November 18,1956 March 22, 2007 several nieces and nephews March 22, 2007 Mr. Grant McKinley Houck, also survive. Mrs. Wanda Jo Walker Girt­ age 90, of Todd, the Baldwin Family requests no flow­ man, age 50, of Jefferson, died Community, died Thursday ers please! Memorials may be Thursday morning, March 22, night, March 22, 2007 at his made to: Faith Chapel Church 2007 at her residence. residence. of Christ in Christian Union A memorial service was Funeral services were held Building Fund, 141 Campbell held on Sunday, March 25, on Sunday, March 25, 2007 Glenn Lane, Fleetwood, NC 2007 at 2 p.m. at Jefferson at 3 p.m. at Boone Family 28626. United Methodist Church Funeral Home Chapel with You may give the family with Rev. Dr. Keith Franklin Rev. Roger Blevins and Rev. your condolences at our web­ officiating. Tim Roten officiating. Burial site www.boonefuneralhome. Mrs. Girtman was born in followed in the Bethany Cem­ com. Mitchell County on Sunday, etery. Boone Family Funeral November 18, 1956 to the The family received friends Home of West Jefferson is late Fred Russell Edge and from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Sun­ in charge of these arrange­ to Azaline Howell Edge. She day, one hour prior to the fu­ ments. was a co-owner of the Dairy neral service. Lenoir w GET OUT OF LINE Friday, April 8, 1932 in New London, PA to the late Tyra Alanza Lane and the late Carrie Walker Lane. He was a veteran of the Korean War. He worked as a Truck Driver. He was a member of the Ma­ sonic Lodge. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Dorothy Elizabeth (Betty) McGlothlin Lane on Novem­ ber 24, 2005. He is survived by two sons, Mark Lane, of Athens, Geor­ gia and Jesse Lane, of Grand Prairie, Texas; two daughters, Karen Baumgart, of Orland, Florida and Lauri Lane, of Emmett, Idaho; one grandson, Joshua Snauely; two great­ grandchildren also survive. Memorials may be made to: Shriner's Children Hos­ pital, PO Box 560666, Char­ lotte, NC 28256. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Maggie Craft Fielding Mesquite, Texas Died: March 17, 2007 Maggie Craft Fielding, Age 90, went home to be with Je­ sus on March 17, 2007. "Pre­ cious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his Saints" Ps 116:15. Mrs. Fielding, a na­ tive of Ashe County (Idlewild Community), North Carolina, has resided in Mesquite,Texas since the early 1950s. She is survived by her chil­ dren, Joyce Mackie of Mes­ quite, Bob Hartzog of Cumby, June Alexander of Charlotte, NC.; grandchildren, Joey Mackie and wife Leticia, Rick Mackie and wife Pam, David Mackie, Vickie Vansyckle and - 9 p.m. Thursday at Summersett Funeral Home and 11 a.m. -12:00 p.m. - Friday. The funeral service followed at 12 p.m. in the Summersett Memorial Chapel, with the Rev. Joseph Lafrage, Rev. Glenn Woodie and Rev. Keith Woodie, officiating. Burial followed at 1 p.m. in the U.S. National Cemetery, Statesville Blvd. location, with mili­ tary honors performed by the Rowan County Honor Guard. Memorials may be made to Sowers of Seed, Inc., P.O. Box 6217, Fort Worth, TX 76115; or The Gideons Internation­ al, Salisbury North Camp, P.O. Box 576, Salisbury, N.C. Freddie Bruce 28145-0576. Sexton Mr. Woodie lived by the West Jefferson "Golden Rule" . . . "Do unto September 20,1947 others as you would have March 22, 2007 them do unto you." Mr. Freddie Bruce Sexton, Mr. Woodie's favorite Bible age 59, of West Jefferson, died verse was Psalm 23: "The Thursday morning, March Lord is my Shepherd, I shall 22, 2007 at Watauga Medical not want. He maketh me to Center. lie down in green pastures: Funeral services were held He leadeth me beside the still on Saturday, March 24, 2007 waters, He restoreth my soul: at 12 p.m. at Boone Family He leadeth me in the paths of Funeral Home Chapel. Burial righteousness for His name's followed in the Ashelawn Mesake. Yea, though I walk ' morial Gardens Cemetery. through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; Thy Ordon Bare rod and thy staff they comfort Jefferson me. Thou preparest a table March 23,1914 before me in the presence of March 23, 2007 mine enemies: Thou anoinest Mr. Ordon Bare age 93 of my head with oil; my cup run­ Jefferson died Friday, March neth over. Surely goodness 23, 2007 at Margate Health and mercy shall follow me all and Rehab Center. Mr. Bare the days of my life: and I will was born in Ashe County on dwell in the house of the Lord March 23, 1914 to the late forever." Thomazine Bare. Along with his mother he was preceded in death by his wife Sally Beryl Bare, one son Perry Nathan House for the last 29 years. She is survived by her hus­ Bare in 1995, and one daugh­ band, Ronald Girtman; two ter Jane Alden Marshall in daughters, Katherine Girt­ 2006. Funeral services were held man and Morgan Girtman, Monday, March 26, 2007 at 4 both of the home. In lieu of flowers memo­ p.m. at Badger Funeral Home rials may be made to: High Chapel with Rev. Russell Country Health Care Hos­ Sheets officiating. Burial fol­ pice, PO Box 421, Jefferson, lowed in Big Ridge Cemetery. The family received friends NC 28640 or to A Safe Home For Everyone, 626 Ashe Cen­ from 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Monday, tral School Road, Unit 1, Jef­ ferson, NC 28640. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. husband Joe, Pam Dail and husband Currie; great-grand­ children, Derrick, Adam, Travis, Daveda, David Scott Mackie, Katrina, J.J. Van­ syckle all of Texas, Joey Dail of Tennessee, Michael Dail North Carolina; great-greatgrandchildren, Alden Dail, Brooke Mackie; many niec­ es nephews, dearest friend and Christian Sister, Mrs. Jean Newman of Texas. She was deeply loved by all who knew her, and was Grand Mommy to all her own and many others throughout her lifetime. She helped to build Bethlehem Primitive Bap­ tist Church, where she was a member since 1970. Visitation was from 6 p.m.8 p.m., Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at the funeral home. Services were at 1 p.m., Wednesday March 21, 2007 at Bethlehem Primitive Bap­ tist Church, 13734 Seagoville Rd, Dallas, Texas, Elder Danley Newman officiating. Interment followed in Grove Hill Memorial Park, Dallas, Texas. Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Primi­ tive Baptist Church., Dignity Memorial Grove Hill, 3920 Samuell Blvd. Dallas, Tx(214) 388-8887 The family received friends from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. on Sat­ urday, one hour prior to the funeral service. Mr. Sexton was born in Ashe County on Saturday, September 20, 1947 to the late Winfred Bruce Sexton and to Bonnie Loraine Caudill. He served in the United States Army during Vietnam. He worked for a Fiber Optic Cable Company. He is survived by his wife, Paula Sheets Sexton; his mother, Bonnie Jones, of Clingman, N.C.; two sisters, Ann Miller, of Lansing and Teresa Sexton, of West Jef­ ferson; two half sisters, Lisa Hamby and Tracy Roberts, both of Wilkesboro; two niec­ es and two nephews also sur­ vive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. March 26, 207 at Badger Fu­ neral Home Chapel. Mr. Bare is survived by three sons, Randall Bare, Bennie Bare and Sherdon Bare all of Jefferson; two daughters, Loretta Walters of Jefferson, Sally Roten of Snow Camp, N.C.; one sister, Pauline Alexander of Kannapolis, N.C.; 14 grandchil­ dren, 20 great-grandchildren, 3 great great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to: Big Ridge Cemetery Fund. 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Those interested may register on­ line at www.artsbusinessin- fessionals in Baltimore, MD businesses, and • Nancy Markoe, a design­ managed by The Rosen Group. ABI faculty for the 2007 Arts er, clay artist, and a gallery owner, with a background in Business Boot Camp will be: • Bruce Baker, a jewelry publishing and graphic arts. For more information designer and facilitator of about ABI Haywood '07 or art business lectures who has conducted more than 300 to register for the weekend workshops throughout the workshop, visit ABI's website: www.artsbusinessinstitute. U.S. and Canada, • MilonTownsend, a writer, org, or call Betty Hurst, Di­ educator, and flame working rector of Rural Development glass artist with 30 years of at HandMade In America at experience in arts and crafts (828) 252-0121. Legislature seeks to protect military from scams by Rep. CullieTarleton N.C. House Special to the Post fore this year's local elections if it passes the full house. Work in the House moved steadily this week with my colleagues and- me sponsor­ ing and co-sponsoring bills to protect our children, environ­ ment and to make voting more convenient. We also continued our work to support mem­ bers of the military and their families from financial fraud. More specific listings on the bills I sponsored or co-spon­ sored are shown below. We also found time to welcome a new member to our cham­ ber, celebrate a war hero and meet a national pageant win­ ner. Thanks as always for giv­ ing me a chance to share this update and I look forward to hearing your thoughts as the important work of this session continues. Please remember that you can listen to each day's ses­ sion, committee meetings and press conferences on the Gen­ eral Assembly's website at www.ncleg.net. Once on the site, select "audio," and then make your selection - House Chamber, Senate Chamber, Appropriations Committee Room or Press Conference Room. Tricia Cotham, an assistant principal at East Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte, was sworn into office Thursday during an afternoon session of the State House. Cotham, a former teacher of the year in Mecklenburg County, replaces former Rep. Jim Black. At 28, she will be the youngest mem­ ber of the Legislature. Military matters I was one of several mem­ bers who co-sponsored new laws to help protect members of the military from financial fraud. During a news confer­ ence Wednesday, hosted by Rep. Grier Martin, we de­ scribed a variety of scams in­ cluding life insurance policies that don't cover death in com­ bat and companies with rep­ resentatives who use vague, military-style titles to make young, naive soldiers believe their services are endorsed by the military. One proposal would ban the sale of "preda­ tory policies" to the military. Another would establish a new consumer protection spe­ cialist job in the Department of Insurance to help military members who are the victims of fraud. Because both our Guard Units in Boone and Jef­ ferson have been called to ac­ tive duty, I co-sponsored both these bills and participated in the press conference. Health New member Special guests Post file photo Rep. CullieTarleton argue many employees don't want to be exposed to second­ hand smoke at work. This bill will likely come before the full House soon. I'd like to hear from you on this bill. Email me at @ www.cullietncleg.net or call me at 919-733-7727. Criminal Justice Legislation introduced in both chambers proposes to in­ crease the age at which offend­ ers are automatically treated as adults from 16 to 18, and establishes a task force to ex­ amine how to treat older ju­ venile offenders in the most serious cases. State law allows someone as young as 13 to be tried as an adult on a felony charge, if a judge agrees. The proposals follow recommenda­ tions made in December by a legislative study commission that found older teens sent to adult prisons had a higher rate of repeat offenses and were more likely to commit more violent crimes. Voting I joined my colleagues in the House on Monday night to honor a North Carolina National Guard soldier who received the Silver Star for his courage during a 2004 combat operation in Iraq. Sgt. 1st Class Chad M. Stephens was the first North Carolina guardsman since World War II and the first African-American guardsman from North Caro­ lina to ever win the award, one of the nation's highest honors for bravery. Stephens was joined by his wife and son and he received a long, well deserved and earned stand­ ing ovation. Stephens, who lives in Ahoskie, received his award for actions while lead­ ing his platoon in heavy com­ bat in Baqubah, Iraq. During the battle, he fought through two ambushes, led his platoon to a casualty collection point to help treat wounded soldiers and ran for about 50 yards while being shot at to rescue an injured soldier. House members on Wednes­ day welcomed Mrs. United States Shannon Devine, a Lin­ coln County native who is us­ ing her pageant victory to help promote organ transplants and donations. She urged lawmakers to consider sign­ ing up as organ donors and to discuss the idea with their families and constituents. She is a proud graduate of Appala­ chian State University. Update from my committees... This week was busy for me in several of my committees; the Appropriations Sub Commit­ tee on Education continues to have two per day briefings with most of the week cover­ ing our Community Colleges. I also had Agriculture, Com­ merce and the full Education Committee meetings. Other Legislative Highlights Below are bills that I either sponsored or co-sponsored this week: •House Bill 901 would cre­ ate a proposed amendment to the state constitution requir­ ing the General Assembly to pass a law by 2009 that give every resident access to appro­ priate health care on a regular basis by 2013. •House Bill 934 would ap­ propriate $350.2 million over the next two fiscal years for Ashe County Little Theatre presents March 29, 30,31 April 1, 2007 "Stick Wtth The Best!' Thursday, Friday, Saturday 7:30 pm Sunday 2:00 pm bluemoon Guitars & Music Adults: $10 Students: $5 Owned and Operated by Randy Pasley 210 S. Jefferson Ave. • West Jefferson, NC ASHE CIVIC CENTER 336-246-3275 Reserved Seat Tickets available at the Ashe Arts Center Call (336) 846-ARTS Welcomes J & B Trout Lake Opening April 12 at Shatley Springs Inn SUBARU SAVINGS AND SAFETY COMBINED IT'S WHAT MAKE5 A SUBARU, A 5UBARU. 2D07 Forester 2007 Legacys & Outbacks .... - • •••• 5-Star Highest Government Crash Test Ratings $750 Rebate SUBARU BRAND OF VEHICLES "The only brand with the highest passible crash test rating for every model" Awarded more Insurance Institute for Highyway Safety "Top Safety" pics than any other brand 2006 BE Tribeca 2D07 Impreza R5 Sedans $36,845 -5.200 OFF Crayon Colors Source: www.crayola.com tion •House Bill 972 would raise the Homestead Exemp­ tion income limit. •House Bill 973 would pro­ vide mental health equitable coverage. •House Bill 990 would cre­ ate the Land and Water Con­ servation Bond Act of 2007 I was very pleased to learn this week that House Speak­ er, Joe Hackney, nominated me for the 2007 Program for Emerging Political Leaders on the University of Virginia campus in July. I was one of only two members nominated by the Speaker. I don't know if I'll make the final cut, but it certainly is an honor to be recognized by the Speaker for this high honor. The House will return to session Monday at 7 p.m. As I've said many times before, I hope you will con­ tinue to let me know how you feel about the issues that are being debated by the North Carolina Legislature and the challenges you and your fam­ ily are facing each day. Thank you for the honor of represent­ ing you in the North Carolina House. to/rs A House committee has cleared a bill that would allow North Carolinians to register and immediately cast a ballot at one-stop voting sites. State law now cuts off voter regis­ tration 25 days before an elec­ tion, but the bill would stop it just four days before Election Day. Prospective voters would have to bring identity and proof of residence to register. The bill will go into place be­ A House judiciary commit­ tee has approved a broad ban on smoking in public buildings. The panel voted 9-4 in favor of a measure to cut out smoking in most restaurants, bars, of­ fices and factories. It now goes to the full House for consid­ eration. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Hugh Holliman, a lung cancer survivor, exempts private residences; tobacco shops; tobacco manufactur­ ing facilities, including their offices; designated smoking rooms in hotels; private, non­ profit clubs; and research labs conducting experiments on smoking or tobacco products. Opponents of the measure say it infringes on business own­ ers' private rights, but some members of the committee 1. Blue 2. Cerulean 3. Purple Heart 4. Midnight Blue 5. Aquamarine 6. Caribbean Green 7. Periwinkle 8. Denim 9. Cerise 10. Blizzard Blue mental health, developmental disability and addictive dis­ ease programs in the Depart­ ment of Health and Human Services. •House Bill 981 would set aside money for a Department of Justice consumer protection specialist to focus solely on military personnel and their families. •House Bill 773 would pro­ tect military personnel from life insurance scams. •House Bill 864 would pro­ vide funds for community col­ lege counselors. •House Bill 873 would boost salaries for teachers with advanced degrees. •House Bill 878 would amend the Constitution on eminent domain to prevent property being taken and passed to a third party. •House Bill 936 would pro­ vide funds for the Senior Tar Heel Legislature. •House Bill 939 would amend the salary schedule for teachers. •House Bill 945 would abol­ ish the current Real Property Commission and establish a new Commission under the Department of Administra­ mmm 7 passenger loaded with options Limited pgk with Leather SUBARU Think. Feel. Drive.™ Southern States Subaru of Boone M kAAAAAtf subaru.com 199 Hwy IDS Ext. • Boone, IMC • 828-254-0675 • Toll Free: 1-888-844-2555 © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc World rights reserved. •Plus taxes, tag fees and based on straight sell price. Mileage per year may increase lease payment. �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Smoking law too limiting Legislation now before the N.C. House ofRepresentatives goes too far in its bid to ban smoking outside the home or private vehicle. While this newspaper is very aware of the devastat­ ing health effects of tobacco use, as well as the shameless actions of the once-untouch­ able tobacco industry in the state, we still feel Rep. Hugh Holliman's, D-Davidson, bill goes too far, too fast. The bill would ban smok­ ing in basically all buildings in the state, public and pri­ vate, other than residences. The only exemptions would be for non-profit facilities, such as an Elks Lodge, for example. Restaurants and other eating facilities are included, with no exemp­ tion. The evidence regarding second-hand smoke is quite clear and unequivocal. For that reason, we believe that our local government has made the correct decision in keeping tobacco out of the schools and other pub­ lic buildings. Moreover, we believe that local businesses that make the decision to be smokefree, such as super­ markets and retailers, are wise. But they should have the right to make these deci­ sions. Take restaurants for example. We believe that the owners of these facili­ ties have every right to ban smoking, limit it to certain Barber says thanks To the Editor: I would like to thank the students and staff at Moun­ tain View, Blue Ridge, and Ashe County High School for welcoming me and other county officials on technology day. This was a wonderful op­ portunity to see the many ad­ vancements made in the area of technology as it relates to our local schools. I was very encouraged to see children as young as five years old hav­ ing the opportunity to work with computers and other forms of vital technology. It was amazing to see how ea­ ger the students were to par­ ticipate in class and use the learning tools and technol­ ogy. I enjoyed spending time with the staff and students and listening to the many ac­ complishments being made in our public schools. This event made me more aware of the growing need to make sure our young people are pre­ pared to succeed in the global work force. Even with all the improvements we have a lot more work to do to keep pace with rapid changing technolo­ gy. Our young people deserve every opportunity possible to get them ready for the future. The students of today will be the leaders of tomorrow and I am proud to say that Ashe County Schools are moving in the right direction by utiliz­ ing technology. Thanks again to all who assisted with this wonderful event. sections—or simply allow it. In each case, they are the best judges of their market and customers. Moreover, as a greater percentage of restaurants and other privately owned food/drink facilities go smoke-free, we suspect that a market will appear for smoker's facilities. There is no reason these should not be allowed in a free market society. Holliman's bill errs in seeking to ban such facili­ ties before they even open. If the Moose can smoke in their club, we do not see why private owners cannot Gary Barber permit the same—if they see Vice Chair an opportunity to serve a Ashe County Board of Commissioners portion of the public. Where the government needs to act is to force tobacco companies to gradu­ ally reduce nicotine levels in their products and definitely punish companies that boost levels in an attempt to "hook" To the Editor: customers. In this way, we In response to the letter to can gradually reduce the use the editor "What Makes Us of tobacco products, with­ Ugly," I must say I am livid. out trying to resort to pro­ Brooke, who is defamed and hibition—which has always slandered in this letter is my proved a spectacular failure. Until the issue of excessive nicotine levels is addressed— which is something in which the government must be "It occurred to him that w e a k involved—such bans will not what had seemed utterly im­ ness of work. Holliman and other what he smoking foes need to focus possible before- that he had was de­ on the root of the problem, not lived the kind of life he should have-might in fact be fending. rather than trying to dic­ true." T h e r e tate to small businesses and I spent part of last week was noth­ their fellow citizens. with a small group of respect­ ing to de­ ed North Carolina lawyers fend. 3DCHN3 INSULT Tt> INJURY who took a long time ponder­ "'But ing those words. if that The passage came from the D.G. Martin is so,' he Russian author Leo Tolstoy's said to "The Death of Ivan Ilyich." himself, Although Tolstoy wrote this 'and I am leaving this life short novel more than 100 with the consciousness that years ago, the plight of its I squandered all that was main character, Ivan Ilyich, given me and it is impossible found a sympathetic audi­ to rectify it - what then?' He ence in the North Carolina lay on his back and began to lawyers. pass his life in review in quite Ivan, an important local a new way." court official, had climbed the The group of lawyers professional and social ladder talked to each other about and judged himself success­ their own worries about how ful. But when a strange ill­ they would view their own ness forced him to deal with lives, looking backwards from the reality of dying, he had their deathbeds. Knowing the other thoughts about his life. professional and civic con­ Jcffersoti "It occurred to him that his tributions of many of them, scarcely perceptible attempts I smiled to myself, thinking to struggle against what was they had no cause to worry. considered good by the most But they were worrying highly placed people, those nevertheless, worrying that, scarcely noticeable impulses like Ivan Ilyich at his death­ Member: which he had immediately bed, they would see their own (USPS 441-810) N.C. Press Association suppressed, might have been many accomplishments as Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. the real thing, and all the "false" and their opportuni­ rest false. And his profes­ ties as "squandered." Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. sional duties and the whole Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Lawyers are not the only arrangement of his life and of ones of us who are worrying, Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com his family, and all his social or should be worrying, about Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ and official interests, might living lives that will not ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new all have been false. He tried measure up when death ap­ and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. to defend all those things to proaches. himself and suddenly felt the The lawyers who met last Letters to the Editor Upset over letter 8 year old niece. The "vandal­ ism" of which an ill-informed Ms. Miles refers was an inno­ cent afternoon spent between father, "Steve"and daughter, "Brooke", playing with side­ walk chalk. Is there a law that states children aren't allowed to draw their names with bright colorful chalk in the park? For Ms. Miles to defame and slander MY entire family and for you to run such lies in your publication displays a serious lack of judgement on your part. Brooke's sister is only 12 and not part of any vast high school conspiracy to deface public property. I seriously doubt her 2 year old brother is allowed to wan­ der the streets urinating in anyone's door ways, either. Maybe Ms. Miles should look a little closer to her own home for suspects before pointing fingers at our family in such a malicious way. Katrina Frye (Editor's note: We received two other letters from per­ sons equally upset over this letter. In both cases, they did not wish to have their names published with the letters. Our policy is not to publish anonymous letters, except in extremely unusual cases I such, as protecting the safety of a domestic violence victim]. We will therefore not run those two letters unsigned. We apologize to the family, and especially to Brooke, for running the original letter. We deeply regret the upsetness this has caused them. ) Today9s lawyers learning from long-dead Russian Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster PAGE 4A TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2007 Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Contact your representatives Senate Washington Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Governor Raleigh Sen. Elizabeth Dole Gov. Michael F. Easley 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Office of the Governor Washington, DC 20510 20301 Mail Service Center (202) 224-6342 Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 1-800-662-7952 Sen. Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC, NC 20510 Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. week worried about more than their own deathbed reviews. They also worried about their profession, shar­ ing some of the concerns of former Yale Law School Dean Tony Kronman, who wrote in his book, "The Lost Lawyer," that the legal "profession now stands in danger of losing its soul." Kronman explains that most lawyers "hope that their work will be a source of sat­ isfaction in itself...important enough to play a significant role in their fulfillment as hu­ man beings." But, says Kronman, there are "growing doubts about the capacity of a lawyer's life to offer fulfillment....[EJarlier generations of American law­ yers conceived their highest goal to be the attainment of a wisdom that lies beyond tech­ nique—a wisdom about hu­ man beings and their tangled affairs that anyone who wish­ es to provide real deliberative counsel must possess. They understood this wisdom to be a trait of character that one acquires only by becoming a person of good judgment, and not just an expert in the law. To those who shared this view it seemed obvious that a lawyer's life could be deeply fulfilling.... But in the last generation this ideal has col­ lapsed, and with it the profes­ sional self-confidence it once sustained." The North Carolina law­ yers who gathered last week Phone: (202) 224-3154 House of Representatives Senate Sen. Steve Goss 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919) 733-5742 Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 phone: 202-225-2071 House of Representatives Rep. Cuilie Tarleton 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 faced the challenges to their profession and the value of their own lives by studying the classics, the wisdom of sages from Socrates to Aqui­ nas, to Tocqueville, to Tolstoy, to Martin Luther King—and by talking with each other about the relevance of these "great ideas" to themselves and the legal profession. This gathering was the first in a series of programs for lawyers to be sponsored by the newly formed Center for Law and Humanities. Its organizers believe that "so­ ciety needs humane lawyers to help lead it and promote a more just legal system. Law­ yers need the humanities to be informed and inspired in their unique calling." We should wish them God­ speed! Note: For information about the Center for Law and Humanities contact David Hostetler Executive Director Center for Law and the Humanities P.O. Box 3562 Chapel Hill, NC 275153562 919-308-4652 hos@LawandHumanities. org D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which returns to the air on April 1, when Wil­ liam. Leuchtenburg author of "The White House Looks South" will be his guest. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Missing—— continued from front page Trade. Forrester did not do so. Rumors swept the coun­ ties—and continue to do so. But hard evidence—and any clue to Julie Ann Lovett's fate—is missing. Like her family, the Sher­ iff's Offices in the two coun­ ties wait for the one phone call that could crack the case. All it may take is someone remembering having seen Ju­ lie Ann Lovett in late March 2001 or later. Or having seen something suspicious. The person who does could receive the $25,000 reward. The facts Name: Julie Ann Lovett Age: 29 at disappearance, now 33 Height: 4 feet, 10 inches Weight: 105 pounds Hair: Red­ dish-brown Eyes: Green Last seen: About 8 p.m., March 23, 2001, between Shouns Cross­ roads and Trade, Johnson County, Tenn., walking south. Have information?: Call the Ashe County Sheriffs De­ partment at 336-219-2600 or the Johnson County Sheriffs Department at 423-727-7761. Fraud continued from front page criminals may cater to these types of worries. A recent re­ port from theConsumer Fraud Research Group for WISE Se­ nior Services revealed that fraud pitches are tailored to meet the psychological needs of a potential senior victim. Audiotapes of pitches showed that the con criminal will use one kind of appeal for the lot­ tery fraud victim that may prey on the fact that person is a widow and feels deprived in life, according to the report. But con criminals will use a different kind of pitch , for the investment fraud victim who is more likely to be male, selfreliant, and knowledgeable about finances. It was that kind of psycho­ logical need that attracted a 78-year old woman suffering from dementia to an East Coast city automobile dealer­ ship that sold her a car she could never drive. Unhappy that her driver's license had been suspended following three accidents and that her son had taken her car, she called a nearby car dealership about purchasing a vehicle. A sales representa­ tive arranged for the woman and her 91-year-old husband to be transported to the car lot where they were sold an automobile for $5,000 above the $16,000 sticker price. Be­ cause her hands were shak­ ing; the salesman actually wrote the check for her. Home Instead Senior Care caregivers, who had been hired by the couple's family to help watch out for them,called the family to alert them of the suspicious purchase. Home Instead Senior Qare and the couple's relatives forced the car dealership to return the car for a full refund. "Sadly, seniors and their families must be on guard for cons like this and many others," said Goodman. "It's becoming more common for families of seniors who some­ times live in other cities to call upon care providers to serve as a second set of eyes to help protect their loved ones." Because scammers often target seniors who are alone or appear lonely, just know­ ing that a senior has someone to look out for him or her can be an important deterrent and help prevent devastating consequences. "If a con criminal can call seniors and get them to give up their Social Security num­ bers, they can create any type of transaction," said Edward Hutchison, program director of the National Association of Triads, Inc., an 18-year-old or­ ganization that is part of the National Sheriffs' Association and helps educate communi­ ties about senior safety. "Within the last three years, we've been focus­ ing predominately on se­ nior fraud, scams, and el­ der abuse," Hutchison said. "We've seen how individuals have taken out mortgages on seniors' homes and who have filed quitclaim deeds on prop­ erty and taken over to remove seniors from their homes. Or they open up joint checking accounts with the criminal's and senior's name." One 81-year-old woman who was caring for her hus­ band with Alzheimer's dis­ ease paid a criminal $800,000 and drained her savings for home repairs that were never completed, he said. What's worse, seniors can get on a "sucker's list" where they con­ tinue to be the victims of un­ scrupulous people. And that can result in legal issues that may outlive the senior. Senior fraud can affect life expectancy as well. A Journal of the American Medical As­ sociation study showed that victims of elder mistreatment, including exploitation, have a mortality rate three times higher than non-victims. When con criminals infil­ trate, tragedy can result for a senior who is often just look­ ing out for the best interests of his or her family. And that consequence can be the big­ gest crime of all. "Most seniors just want to leave a legacy to their chil­ dren and grandchildren," Hutchison said. "Criminals prevent some from doing just that." caregivers can protect their senior loved ones: 1. Watch for unusual activ­ ity. Seniors who are scammed may be embarrassed and try to hide what happened. Watch for changes in their lifestyle as well as any other unusual financial or business activity. 2. Be on guard for individu­ als who have befriended your loved one. Lonely or isolated seniors may be vulnerable to con criminals who befriend them and provide them with companionship. Ask to talk to your parent's new friend to find out more about him or her. A thief won't stick around long to chat. 3. Investigate organiza­ tions looking for money. Often seniors want to donate to or­ ganizations and other worthy causes. Help your loved ones by requesting written infor­ mation on the organization and reviewing it thoroughly, or contact the Better Busi­ ness Bureau. 4. Assist seniors with their finances. If a senior can no longer handle his or her fi­ nances, encourage your loved one to put a plan in place that can help ensure bills are paid Top Five Senior Scams and his or her assets are pro­ Following are the top five tected. That plan may include senior scams provided by the your senior designating a fi­ National Association of Tri­ nancial power of attorney. ads, Inc. and Home Instead 5. Destroy information Senior Care: that could be compromised. Prizes and sweepstakes Make sure your senior shreds scams. Seniors are told they've all financial information and won a sweepstakes and asked credit card offers before dis­ to send a check to cover the carding them in the trash. taxes. Or, they receive a fake 6. Seek out a second set check for $5,000 and are en­ of eyes. If you live a distance couraged to deposit the money from your loved one or can't and send back $2,000 to cover always be there, help your se­ the taxes. By the time it's de­ nior build a support network. termined that these checks, This can include neighbors, which often come from an friends, trusted church mem­ overseas bank, are worthless, bers or professional care giv­ the senior has lost his or her ers like those from Home In­ money. Magazine sale scams, stead Senior Care. where seniors order fraudu­ Additional Telemarketing lent magazine subscriptions, and Internet Fraud Tips are also are prevalent. available from the National Home improvement frauds. Fraud Information Center at Criminals knock on a senior's www.fraud.org. door offering to fix the drive­ (Information provided, by way, then paint it black and Michael Goodman, owner of charge $3,000. Or seniors are Home Instead Senior Care in asked to pay up front for roof North Wilkesboro.) repairs but never see the al­ leged repairman again. Phishing schemes. Seniors receive a call from someone claming to represent a bank or other reputable financial institution. They're warned that their financial informa­ tion or credit card has been compromised and are asked to verify their bank account number or call an 800 num­ ber where they're asked for their personal financial infor­ mation. Internet fraud. Seniors, unfamiliar with how to use the Internet, can unwittingly give their credit card number to a scammer. Identity theft. Seniors who give up their birth date and Social Security number can open up their entire financial history to a thief. Carl Hagel Memorial tourney set for April 21 at Mountain Aire The 12th Annual Carl Ha­ gel Memorial Golf Tourna­ ment to raise funds for 4-H Ashe Youth Connection is planned for Saturday, April 21 at Mountain Aire Golf Club. The format is cap­ tain's choice with tee times at 8:30 a.m. or at 1:30 p.m. Mulligans will be available. There are three spon­ sor options: 1) Team Spon­ sor at $260 2) Hole Spon­ sor at $100 3) Tournament Sponsor at $400 The per player entry fee is $65. The sponsor options include greens and cart fee plus a grilled chicken luncheon. In Ashe County, the local 4-H Ashe Youth Connection is dedicated to matching quali­ fied adult volunteers with youth who li.ve in their commu­ Grading Co. ments as the four battle old weaknesses and try to find a common ground upon which they can build their current connections. All performances will be held at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday matinee will be of­ fered on April 1, with curtain at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336-846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. Play Curley orchestrates a fishing trip for the boys to work out all their problems; however, fate intervenes, reminding all of them just how precious life really is and how much they all take for granted. The show is full of nos­ talgic humor as four middle aged adults try to recapture their youth, but Catfish Moon is not just superficial laughs. It has its own poignant mo- Changes continued from front page (divisions) of a piece of land from a said period of time, be modified. Currently it is cuts made since 1996 and the request changes that to cuts made once every 10 years. Exempted cuts, such as selling property to a fam­ ily member not intending to resell, are still not formally reviewed by the planning changes before the commis­ department or board. These sion takes action. Questions exempted cuts are reviewed about these proposed chang­ by staff just to confirm they es can be directed to Zach meet the exemption. Edwardson at 219-2529. The A public hearing will be county's Residential Subdi­ held at 3:35 p.m. at the next vision Ordinance can be re­ commissioners' meeting on viewed on the county's web­ Monday, April 2 to hear com­ site at www.ashecountygov. ments about these proposed com. Dr. Joel W. Yates, DDS PLLC and Friendly Staff Welcomes Spring and New Patients! Subscribe to the Jefferson Post today Call 846-7164 Following, from the Na­ tional Association of Triads, Inc. and Home Instead Senior Care, are ways that family each week with one of these youth, an adult volunteer, by mentoring, has an opportu­ nity to lighten the burdens these youth carry with them. 4-H Ashe Youth Connec­ tion recruits, trains, matches and coaches adult volunteer mentors to serve as a friend to a youth in need. Mentors are encouraged to incorporate a youth into their daily routine and ask them to become a part of their life. Generally the youth and men­ tors share their own interests and skills to enrich each other's lives. Undoubtedly, volunteers find mentoring truly rewarding, won­ dering who gains more...the mentor or the child. All proceeds from the golf tournament go toward the 4-H Ashe Youth Connec­ tion. Please call the North Car­ olina Cooperative Extension Ashe County Center at (336) 219-2650 to sign up. continued from front page Save money! Angie . !A! Dr Yates Terri Tasha For an appointment tall Angle at 1-336-846-2323 'on't Worry. What You Can Do To Protect Seniors nities. Youth of today are deal­ ing with the difficult challeng­ es of growing up. By spending a few hours We'll Always Be Here. . Since 1957 the Boone Family has served Ashe County families. This is a heritage we are very proud of. In this day of corporate owned and operated funeral homes, the commitment and caring that comes with locally ownedfamily ownership is getting harder to find. Our family is here for the families we serve and this community. A great deal of attention and detail has gone into our services and facilities to ensure that they meet each and every need. Home-like atmosphere, soothing furnishings, and caring staff are all part of our promise. Pre-need, at-need, after care, whatever you are looking for, we'll always be here. a All Types of Grading Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & insured Free Estimates mm BOONE FAMILY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES 2005 Mt. Jefferson Rd. • West Jefferson (336) 846-7979 No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman Office* (828)963-4069 cell- (828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-86 lO Always have been, always will be. David Boone (seated) - President/Owner J.D. Boone - Funeral Director �PAGE 6A I UESDAY, MARCH 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ASHE MEMORIAL HPS Hospital shows off renovatior by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor work. We were able to add a new section to the dining room and completely reno­ vate key areas throughout the skilled nursing home." "The physical therapy renovation has been com­ pleted more quickly because the scope of that work is smaller," Thore added. "We finished the physical ther­ apy project in January. The physical therapy department renovation was able to add a little space and completely renovate two areas into a larger one. The renovations Ashe Memorial Hospital celebrated an open house re­ cently to showcase renova­ tions to the physical therapy department and Segraves Care Center. "The Segraves renovation was the AMH Foundation project for the 2004 year," said Chief Operating Officer Joe Thore. "Normally it takes one to two years to raise the money and to complete the work. The Segraves project was very large in scope of resulted in creating a wait­ ing area within the depart­ ment; enhancing privacy for the patients, more exercise room for rehabilitation ac­ tivities, new equipment and a better work space for the staff. The space was upgrad­ ed from curtained cubicles to enclosed treatment rooms." Now that this project is finished, work will begin on upgrading second floor pa­ tient rooms in the spring. "I'm real proud of the work that the Foundation does for our hospital and I'm very grateful for the support of so many," said Thore. "The thing that we should all be proud of is the way the Foun­ dation is able to help our hospital grow through these much needed renovations and purchase of equipment. We are able to do things for the hospital that wouldn't be done without the Founda­ tion. The Foundation plays a critical role in improving your hospital, and we are very appreciative of the peo­ ple who donate to the Foun­ dation and to the people who "Wl Photo courtesy of Ashe Memorial Hospital Photo courtesy of Ashe Memorial Hospital Ashe Memorial Hospital Chief Executive Officer R.D. Williams, at left, talked to Rep. Cullie Tarleton and his wife Sylvia about renovations to the hospital's physical therapy department and Segraves Care Center during a recent open house. Bernard Calhoun, Foundation Board Member, and his wife, Maude take a closer look at the new bathtub. i'::1 " . .' ^ ' 3 " ;; 1 it WMkw mrW1' : M Photo courtesy of Ashe Memorial Hospital Photo courtesy of Ashe Memorial Hospital Pat Gobble and Orleta Demuth, Foundation Board Member, tour the renovated areas. Martin Woodruff and Foundation Board Member, Gwynita Steele. Photo courtesy of Ashe Memorial Hospital Jeff Carter, Physical Therapist Photo courtesy of Ashe Memorial Hospital Edd and Betty Jenkins MOUNTAIN FAMILY CARE CENTER I Our After Hours Clinic is lo­ cated at the Top Dog Clinic in Warrensville at the Ashe County Middle School. This center is NOT an extension of our emergency department, but a clinic that is available to you and your family for non-emergency care. Clinic Hours: Monday - Thursday 5:00 ~ 9:00PM • Saturday ~ 8:00AM - 5:00PM Friday and Sunday -Closed Call our staff at: 336-384-6322 for more information make Ashe Memorial their hospital of choice." Appeal letters have gone out for the next campaign which is four-fold. The campaign goal is to raise $160,000, with $60,000 planned for renovation and new furniture for the hos­ pital dining room, $40,000 for a new security camera system for both the interior and exterior of the hospital, $35,000 for a new non-inva­ sive cardiac monitor for the anesthesia department, and the rest to purchase stretch- ers for the ope ment. "We have a $75,000 for th said Thore, "E your help to re; "The impor healthcare faci security camera monitors the h( and out is imn able," states th< campaign appe will help in tt of newborns ii ing suite and a care areas. 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Jones, Jr. - Surgeo Dr. Chauncey Sat Dr. Daniel Strickland - Gynecolog Dr. Staci Chamberlain Dr. Michael Tan -1 Dr. David Fact _JI ASHE MEM( Together providing the very best j 200 Hospital Avenue * Jefferson, NC �JEFFERSON POST PITAL S ting departeady raised i campaign," id we need ch our goal." ance of a ity having a i system that >spital inside tensely valu3 Foundation al letter. "It te protection i the birthnain patient dining room ions will reirniture and ; • and will a cosmetic The patients tatly benefit w stretchers iff being able ;fer patients easily. The asive carditor for aneswill provide >st accurate ng and calt of hemodyparameters, ig cardiac systemic r resistance, ;ility and atus." AMH Founcontinues to •eat improveto your hossaid Thore. renovations r made pos\rough your s support, any thanks ring about hospital, you for your sity and for * us to make ence." lake a dona» the AMH tion, call L2 or send onation to: Foundation, ospital Avifferson, NC TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2007 PAGE 7A NEWSLINE HEALTH TIPS Exercising Outside: Use Your Head Whatever the season, make a cap or hat part of your outdoor exercise outfit. With many blood vessels and not much flesh, the head is a prominent place to lose body heat. Wearing a head covering will lock in some of this heat during exercise outside in cold weather. A cap or floppy hat will also protect your head and face from the ultraviolet rays of the sun, which can damage the skin and increase the risk of skin cancer during extended outdoor sessions. • More Moles Equal Greater Risk Moles, freckles, brown spots and growths on the skin are nearly always harmless. However, if you have numerous moles-more than 100-you have a greater risk of melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer. Skin cancer often develops out of a new mole or a change in a present one. It's a good idea to get to know your skin well so you can spot any changes and report them to your doctor or a dermatologist. The danger signs are ABCDE: • Asymmetry-the two halves do not match, • Border-an uneven border with scallops or notches, • Color-a number of different shades of brown, tan, black, red, white or blue, • Diameter-larger than that of a pencil eraser, • Evolving-in size, shape, elevation. Bleeding, itching or crusting. Heart Risk Seen in Older Runners It's reasonable to assume that a healthy male over age 50 who has trained for and completed five marathon races (26.2 miles) over the last five years should be free of the worry of heart disease. Such may not be the case, according to a study presented at a meeting of the American Heart Association. Of 108 male marathon runners in the study given a coronary calcium scan, 36 percent had scores over 100-considered a sign of increased risk of a heart attack. Among a control group of non-runners, only 22 percent had similar scores. Author of the study. Dr. Stefan Mohlenkamp of Essen, Germany is a runner himself and cautioned that the study was not an excuse to quit exercising but may indicate a risk associated with high endurance competitive exercise for some individuals. The patients will be followed for five years to evaluate the reliability of the coronary calcium score in predicting heart problems. Steroids for Asthma Won't Pump You Up If you're taking inhaled steroids for asthma, you don't have to worry about getting huge muscles like those of top-level athletes accused of using performance-enhancing drugs. The antiinflammatory drugs prescribed for asthma and other medical conditions are corticosteroids. The performance-enhancing drugs that build muscle mass are anabolic steroids. Asthma Symptoms Not Always Typical As most Americans know, the signs of an asthma attack are shortness of breath, tightness in the chest and wheezing. Sometimes, however, the disease presents with other symptoms that are not always recognized as asthma. These include: • rapid breathing, •sighing, s • fatigue or inability to exercise as usual, • difficulty sleeping, • anxiety or poor concentration, • chronic cough. Symptoms may vary with the individual or at different times with the same person. To complicate matters further, some disorders such as heart failure, bronchitis and vocal cord dysfunction can cause wheezing and other symptoms that are easily mistaken for asthma. Cleanliness Helps Manage Allergies For children with asthma symptoms brought on by exposure to cat allergens, frequent washing of sheets proved to be an effective strategy, according to a recent study. Combined with removal of stuffed animals and use of dust-proof covers for the mattress and pillows, the frequent washing resulted in a 49-fold reduction in allergen levels in the bedroom. Among factors contributing to higher levels of cockroach allergens were food leftovers, exposed food, dirty pots and leaks in the kitchen. Six Ways To Keep Your BP in Check Evidence from large studies have identified six major lifestyle changes that are effective in preventing or lowering high blood pressure: • regular moderate physical activity, • normal body weight, • limited alcohol consumption, • sodium reduction, • increased potassium intake and • a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy products. Americans Eating Less Fat But More Calories and Sodium Over the past 20 years, Americans have listened to dietary advice given them and are now eating less total fat, saturated fats, trans fats and cholesterol. They are also consuming more calorics and have a higher sodium intake than 20 years ago, according to data from the University of Minnesota Heart Survey published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association [February, 2007]. The researchers found that Americans are eating more fruits and vegetables but not enough fish to meet recommended levels. A "worrisome finding" was that improvement in the diet seems to have leveled off over the past five years after 15 years of steady progress. Read Labels for Sodium Content Too Americans have become accustomed to checking product labels for saturated fats and trans fats, but how about sodium? A report by the Center for Science in the Public Interest found widely varying sodium content in various products including salad dressing and bottled spaghetti sauce. One bottle of Caesar salad dressing, for example, listed 165 milligrams more sodium per tablespoon than another bottle. Bottled spaghetti sauces varied by as much as 500 milligrams per half cup. You can control the sodium content by making your own salad dressing and spaghetti sauce. iemorial.org ive healthcare a reality in the area! Community residents ed topics by connecting to Ashe Memorial Hospital's website at :k on the AMH Fasthealth section. TO LEAVE TOWN RY BEST CARE ine • Ashe Internal Medicine amily Medicine I # • Dr. Charles Jones • Surgeon tos - Orthopedics |t & Reproductive Endocrinologist • Emergency Medicine hergency Medicine r - Radiologist M >RIAL HOSPITAL re in the office and in the hospital 36-846-7101' www.ashememorial.org | P UTTING A B EAUTIFUL, H EALTHY S M I L E O N T H E F A C E S O F » Cosmetic Dentistry Restorative Dentistry • Crowns and Bridges 1 AsHE C O U N T Y • Root Canals • Surgery • Partials and Dentures ACCEPTING KIDS! 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Jefferson Oil .I'.;!;., m iiiiinmniuiiinniuiiiiimuiiiiiiiiuimiuiiii'iii.-u.muiiuinmiji Lexinton, KY Thursday & Saturday Memphis Thank you for playing Jefferson Post Thursday & Saturday UCLA DAVIDSON-TENNESSEE Louisville Nevada Indiana off Thickburger Virginia Texas A&M Tournament Bracket UCLA 336-246-5504 Texas A&M Men's Division I Pitt Buffalo, NY Ohio State UCLA Friday & Sunday Alamodome San Antonio, TX March 22 & 24 Thursday & Saturday HP Pavilion Southern Illinois Columbus, OH Tennessee Southern Illinois Friday & Sunday Jefferson, NC " 4 4 Texas Tech 10 4 4 Georgetown 2 4 4 Belmont 15 4 FIRST ROUND 4 SOUTH 4 Ohio State 1 4 4 Central Conn. St. 16 4 BYU 8 4 4 Xavier 9 4 4 Tennessee 5 4 Long Beach St. 12 4 4 Virginia 4 4 4 Albany 13 4 Louisville 6 4 4 Stanford 11 4 4 Texas A&M 3 4 4 Penn14 4 Nevada 7 4 4 Creighton 10 4 4 Memphis 2 4 North Texas 15 4 4 1st Round 4 Georgetown Oregon Hardee's Marqette 8 UNC Edward Jones Dome St. Louis, MO March 23 & 25 Friday & Sunday 4 4 4 Michigan State 9 4 Southern Cal 5 4 4 Arkansas 12 4 4 Texas 4 4 New Mexico St 13 4 4 Vanderbilt 6 4 4 George Washington 11 4 Washington State 3 4 4 Thursday & Saturday Michigan State I Sponsored by Casa Garcia ~S% H'll located at Blue Ridge Plaza \™ Shopping Center in West jefferson 4 4 4 Easten Kentucky 16 ^ Winston-Salem, NC •" * Butler FIRST ROUND March 15 or 16 UNC 1 Second Round UNC DINNER FOR 2 (includes appetizers, entrees and drinks) KiiiiMiliBii/ ' l i i i i i l Florida Regionals March 23 & 25 COMPLETE A New Orleans, LA Friday & Sunday Purdue PENN' UNC $1 Grand Prize Winner will receive a Gift Certificate from REGIONALS March 23 & 25 SECOND ROUND March 17 or 18 EMPIRE (£) CHEVROLET Y PONTIAC THF. 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Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12 hour training, Regestration required! 5:30 p.m.: Ashe County High School invites you and your parents to the "Rising Freshman Corriculum Fair" 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 6 p.m.: The High Country Christian Women's Club invites all women of the area to our March 27 meet­ ing, Tuesday 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Deerfield Fellowship on Deerfield road in Boone. Our special feature this month will be "Elegant, but quick and simple desserts" by Mary Wright. Come learn to make and sample these. Our speaker will be Carol Jensen from Franklin, N.C. She will be speaking on "Was she safe in the arms of Love?" Music will be by David Scott, local talented artist and at the piano, Judy Eller, also of Boone, N.C. Reservations and cancella­ tions by Saturday, March 24. Reservations should be hon­ ored if not used by a friend. Reservations can be made by calling Norma at 264-1210 or Linda at 264-3753. A free nursery is also available with reservation. Bring a friend and join us for a great catered meal, all-inclu­ sive for $11.00. Christian Women's Club is sponsored by Stonecroft Ministries, a national/interna­ tional group based in Kansas City, Mo. If you have any questions, please call Norma at 264-1210. Thank you 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Bible College Spring Quarter Begins (7 p.m. - 9 p.m. each Tuesday) Subjects are: Homiletics I, Hermeneutics I, The Canon of the Bible, and The Epistles of John I. For more information call: Bro. Doug Halsey at 276-579-2833, Bro. Don Tate at 276-944-3306, Bro. Mark Lundy at 276-7838520 or Bro. Roger Boyer at 276-686-9133. The cost of each quarter is $220 if taken for credits (books, etc. includ­ ed) Books can be bought just to study, can sit in on class­ es with no cost. This school is a satellite branch of Belle Meadows Baptist Bible College - from Carolina Bible College, Concord, N.C. 7 p.m.: Upcoming revival for Phoenix Baptist Church. Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, March 25-28. Prayer rooms at 6:30 p.m. Special singing nightly. Transportation and Child care will be provided. More information call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Dollar & congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills McClure as the guest speak­ er. Special music each night. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you 7:30: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-29 at 7:30 each night with prayer room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speak­ er. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congregation welcome you. Wednesday March 28 11 a.m. Friends of the Library present Clint Johnson speak­ ing about his new book The Politically Incorrect Guide to the South (and Why It Will Rise Again). The public is invited to attend, downstairs at the Library. 7 p.m.: Upcoming revival for Phoenix Baptist Church. Guest Speaker: Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, March 25-28. Prayer rooms at 6:30 p.m. Special singing nightly. Transportation and Child care will be provided. More information call 877-3949. Rev Jeff Dollar & congrega­ tion invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abingdon Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-28 with Rev. Joey McClure as the guest speak­ er. Special music each night. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you 7:30: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-29 at 7:30 each night with prayer room at 7:15. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speak­ er. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congregation welcome you. Thursday March 29 Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-28 with Rev. Joey 8:30 a.m.: American Red Cross: Ashe County High School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. O NEGATIVE LESS THAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY Get in the Game! O POSITIVE LESS THAN 1.5 DAYS SUPPLY A NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY B NEGATIVE LESS THAN 2 DAYS SUPPLY A shortage of Type O blood is the worst of all blood short­ ages, because O blood must be available to treat trauma patients, and meet the trans­ fusion needs of all Type O patients. A shortage of Type O is responsible for most emergency appeals for blood donors nationally. Also, many hospitals transfuse only Type O blood to premature babies, because cross-matching and blood typing may not be pos­ sible, and O- is the universal donor. Every two seconds, someone needs blood. Patients through­ out our area are counting on the American Red Cross and generous sponsors and donors to make sure blood is available whenever it is needed. You can also help make sure the blood supply continues adequate inventory levels by sponsoring a blood drive on weekdays or weekends. Churches, civic organizations, and businesses are needed as blood drive sponsors to bring in more blood donors every month! Thanks for your support of the American Red Cross. Please contact me for any questions or if you would like more information on spon­ soring a blood drive! For more information, please give me a call or email me: 336-403-1770, millsas@usa. redcross.org. You can also visit www.surrycountyredcross.org. a.m.: High Country 9 Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers H tfive MOTOROLA RAZR 12 Hour Training, Regestration Required! 7 p.m.: The Nominating Committee of the Ashe Baptist Association will meet at the Ashe Baptist Conference Room. Committee members are Mrs. Barbara McCoy, Mrs. Maxine Brown, Mr. Danny Hodges and Mr Fred Walters. 7 p.m. Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7:30 p.m.: Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will hold revival March 25-29 at 7:30 p.m. each night with prayer room at 7:15 p.m. Rev. Doug Cox of Hibriten Baptist Church of Lenoir will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Amos Combs and congrega­ tion welcome you. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Friday March 30 7 p.m.: Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: Classical guitarist tor of Trinity Baptist Church of continued on page 10A TAQUERIA EL TACO LOCO Restaurant Located on the backstreet downtown West Jefferson across from the Farmers Market Welcomes J&B Trout Lake Opening April 12"', 2007 at Shatley Springs Inn Call 336-246-3946 tie c^t that fydeefai with Carolina West Wireless! •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties yivitty ail yea€7; • • Text messaging • Integrated speakerphone • Speed dial • M3 hearing aid compatible After $40 mail-in rebate and $20 instant rebate Limited time only! Tony Lyall Mow Creek Shoppingctr SATELLITE Hwy 221 • West Jefferson SALES & SERVICE 846-3601 or 977-1020 Carolina West ^ Behind These Doors You Will Find The Most Highly Trained GM Technicians and Most Technologically Advanced Equipment in the High Country. WEST JEFFERSON rOChevrolet AN AMERICAN SERVICE REVOLUTION GM WARRANTY Now Open in our NEW Location West Jefferson Chevrolet 'g&D1 1773 Mt. Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! r THE VI I VI 100,000 MILE Wizmm 0E LTillEM IIll RlOMSSiNKI E GSICOM1NSffi I A - i i Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation l^vpuuiliuil • 1PO Box 808 • West JWLUdUll, HV LUU7T \_HV,U1CU1U11 Department * V JJUA OVO TTvol Jefferson, NC 28694 ^^Toft Subscription for... A • Namp K Address In Ashe County Aj • $36.00 Seniors In Ashe Co. • $33.00 A Gift from: Name Out-of-County (All) I • $46.50 �PAGE 10A TUESDAY , MARCH 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Free showing of 'An Inconvenient Truth' at Ashe Library continued from page 9A Richard Easley and sing­ er/songwriter Scot Pope in concert at the Ashe County Library, Free ticket required for admission. Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 846-2041 for more information. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Saturday March 31 when folks get together and join in the music making during the oldest continuous running fiddlers' convention in North Carolina. The auditorium fills with the sounds of bluegrass music and toe-tapping fiddling, which brings in bands from the Carolinas, Virginia, Georgia and Tennessee. Door Prize is a Blueridge Guitar compliments of Mullis Music Co. For additional information con­ tact Bob Lineberger, Director, at 1242 Mecklenburg Hwy. Mooresville, N.C. 28115 (704) 663-1586. meet March 23 through 25 and March 30 through April 1 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Classes will be held at the Wilkes cam­ pus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. Pre-Registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 8386166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210 11 a.m.: Arlene Bare and Jerelee Whittington will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor and the 7 p.m.: The Choir and musi­ cians of Pine Swamp Baptist Church in Idlewild are having congregation invite everyone to attend. an evening of song and music. We would love to have you share this time of worship with us. Rev. Garrett Mahaffey is pastor. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at the home of Julia Rodgers Call 385-6531 for directions. 7 p.m.: Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening 7 a.m.: Inside yard and bake shows will be held March 29, sale at Mt. Jefferson Church 30, and 31, with curtain at of the Nazarene, off Bare 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ street, across from West nee will be offered on April 1, Jefferson Park. 7 a.m.- 1 p.m. with curtain at 2:00. Reserved First sale of the season. Many seating for Catfish Moon is many good items to be sold available in advance from the at a good prices. All proceeds Ashe County Arts Council. will go towards the purchase of Tickets are $10.00 for adults cabinets in the fellowship hall. and $5.00 for students; they 12 p.m.: Friendly Grove are now on sale at the Ashe Baptist Church will hold their Arts Center, either in person, annual Easter egg hunt at or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. the Mountain View Lodge in Credit cards are accepted. For Glendale Springs this year more information please call on Saturday, March 31. The the Ashe County Arts Council youth will be providing an egg at 336.846-ARTS hunt for the kids. Lunch will be served. If you need a ride please call the church at 2463820 or 846-1567 as they will 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community taking the church vans to the Lodge. Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7:00 with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. Sunday April 1 1 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute will be sponsor­ ing a free showing of 'An Inconvenient Truth' at Ashe County Library on Saturday, March 31 at 1 p.m. in West Jefferson. There will also be College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will 2 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly presents Catfish Moon Sunday mati­ nee Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS 6 p.m.: Mount Olive Baptist Church will have a special service on April 1st. Ryan Marlowe will be preaching and By the Blood will be singing. Mt. Olive is located at 1710 Watertank Road in Fleetwood. Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 8 at 7:00 AM. Breakfast will follow in the fel­ lowship hall. The will not have their regular 11:00 worship ser­ vice Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27 at 7:00 PM. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 6 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thursday night. Everyone is welcome. 6 p.m.: Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs invites you to expe­ rience a soul-stirring night of drama as we present our annual Easter performance, "Arise My Love" Under the direction of Tim Carter, Phyllis Ashley, and Tonya Childers, the program chronicles the events from Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem through His glorious resurrection. The drama features a cast of over 50 actors/actresses, full cos­ tuming and props, numerous musical numbers, and a full choir. Also special this year is the addition of a new scene featuring the Last Supper. You will be moved by the power Baptist Church. The Pastor, of this one-of-a-kind perfor­ mance. This special event begins at 6:00 p.m. Seating is limited, so arrive early and get a good seat. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)9824840, Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743, or Tim Carter at (336)982-3932. Rev. Glenn Woodie, and con­ gregation invite everyone to attend. Monday April 2 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Speaker for Monday is Rev. A.B. Weaver and music by Mrs. Lisa Courtney of Hospice. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 6:30 p.m.: The sanctuary choir of First Baptist Church, West Jefferson, will present a cantata for Holy Week in the church sanctuary. The Living Last Supper, by Ruth Schram, is a dramatic musical presenta­ tion with song and monologue. Twelve men from the congre­ gation will portray the desciples and Larry Rousseau will por­ tray Jesus as they partake of the last Passover meal before the crucifixion. Communion will be observed during the pre­ sentation. Everyone is invited to attend this performance. Becky Burgess is the director and Maureen Blackburn is the accompanist. 7 p.m.: The Fellowship 6:30 p.m.: The New River Quartet will sing at Temple continued on page 11A Economical, Affordable, Reliable, versatile, Beautiful or Powerful. No Matter How You Describe Them Toyotas Are Great vehicles! 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Auditions will be held on Monday, April 2nd, at 6:30 p. m. at the Ashe Civic Center. Individuals will be asked to complete readings from the script and to sing a selection of their choice. An accompanist will be provided. For more information call the Ashe Arts Center at 336.846ARTS. Required! 11:30 a.m.: NARFE (The National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees) will meet at Fraser's Restaurant. A program will be presented by an N. C. Park Ranger. Active and retired feder­ al personnel are urged to attend 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Speaker for Tuesday is Rev. David Blackburn and music by West Jefferson United Methodist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thursday night. Everyone is welcome. Wednesday April 4 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Speaker for Wednesday is Dr. Earl Davis and music by West Jefferson First Baptist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. t0|. lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 P-m- A !ree will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 . Empire Chrysler Jeep Dodge Used Car Extravaganza 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thursday night. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: The ASHE REALLY CARES Committee will be meeting for It's quarterly meeting at the Ashe Baptist Association Conference Room. Committee members are Mrs. Kathy Bower, Mrs. Mary Alice Witherspoon, Mrs. Terri Shatley, Glenn South, Charles Moore, Bobby Hamby, and Rev. Steve LeaShomb. This is open to the public and if interested we would love to have you attend. 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. The topic of the pro­ gram will be "Law Enforcement Crisis Intervention Program." Speakers will include Robert Kurtz, PhD, Program Manager, Justice Systems Innovations, N.C. Division of MH/DD/SAS and Deputy Todd Flowers, a CIT trained officer with the Vance County Police Department. The Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Program is a community partnership consisting of law enforcement officers, mental health providers, and mental health consumers and their families. All the partners work together to avert or de-esca­ late crisis and direct the con­ sumer to appropriate care. The public is invited to attend this important presentation to hear about the many benefits the CIT Program provides for law enforcement, consumers and community at large. 7 p.m.: Full Moon Ceremony. Join us in celebrating every full moon throughout the spring. We'll engage the ener­ gies of Grandmother Moon, raise our vibrations, initiate a process of transformation. Free. 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Call 336-2463600 or visit our website www. whitehartwoods.com. Tuesday April 3 9 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. 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Everything for the pageant was donated ex­ cept for the tiaras. Organiz­ ers are thrilled with the suc­ cess of this fundraiser. Nineteen contestants com­ peted for the title of "Mz. Relay," and the winner was "Cindi Rella," better known as Calvin Roten, represent­ ing the Relay team from Lib­ erty Grove Baptist Church and owner of High Country Electric Motors. First runner up was Ricky Brown as "Rosie Boudoir." Second runner up was Terry Elliott as "Tereshia Boda­ cious." Third runner up was Brien Richardson as "Busty Brienna." Contestants also includ­ ed Karl Ritter as "Karlena Margate," Burton Prange as "Burtina A-Ling," Dwight Taylor as "Mustache Matil­ da," David Jones as "Trudy Lou," Joey Burgess as "Jo­ sephine Edwina Burgess," Steve Katz as "Kitty Katz," John Kolbow as "Joanie Con," Brandon Burress as "Barbie," Bradley Martin as "Kit Kat," Joshua Scott as "Jewel-ya Sugarbaker," David Greene as "Divinity Grace," Richard Edmondson as "Flossie McGee," Jody Barr as "Josie McGee," Chris Miller as "Krissy McGee," and Tony Black as "Tonita Bloom." Judges were Dan McMil­ lan, Kitty Honeycutt, Andrea Reeves, Libby Cockerham, Rebecca Jones and Jonathon Jordan. WKSK's own Gra­ ham Caddell served as mas­ ter of ceremonies. Special thanks to WKSK for their support and dedication to Re­ lay for Life. And thanks to all those who support Relay for Life and the "Mz. Relay 2007" pageant. DVDs of the show are available for $7. To purchase your copy, call Amy Dollar at 877-3949. Relay for Life raised near­ ly $96,000 last year and has a goal of $77,000 in '07. The American Cancer So­ ciety's Relay for Life is a cel­ ebration of cancer survivor­ ship and community spirit. Millions of people worldwide take part in annual Relays to honor survivors and raise money for cancer research, education, advocacy, and pa­ tient services. Ashe County's all-night Relay for Life will take place on Friday, July 20 at 6 p.m. at Ashe County High School in West Jefferson. For infor­ mation on participation, call DeAnna Lewis at 828-9643930 or Amy Dollar at 8773949. Congratulations to Cindi Rella and all the contestants! And remember, "everyone is beautiful, in their own way." 24 Hour * Wrecker Service 970 US Hwy 221 N. Jefferson, NC 28640 Welcomes ]&B Trout Lake Opening fipril 12 at Shatley Springs Inn �1 UESDAY, MARCH 27 2007 Sport Tuesday - March 27 JV Softball at Grayson County Var Softball HOME vs Grayson County 4 p.m. Tennis HOME vs Oak Hill 4:30 p.m. Golf HOME at Mountain Aire 3:30 p.m. Wednesday - March 28 JV/Var Baseball HOME vs Watauga 4:30/ 7:30 p.m. K-mail us: Mgr«ybt al(« Ji-ffcrsonPosi.rc Thursday - March 29 fkj. Track at Forbush Var Soccer HOME vs Forbush 6pm Men's Tennis at Forbush Men's Golf at Surry Central 3:30 p.m. JV/Var Softball at Surry Central ® week |H Friday - March 30 HUSKy JV/Var Baseball at Forbush JV/Var Softball at Forbush Varsity Soccer HOME vs East Wilkes 6 p.m. SpOllS _ Baseball team records first 'no hitter* by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Varsity Huskies Baseball team headed into Friday's game against the North Wilkes Vikings with a season record of 4-3 and 1-3 in conference play. The Huskies were able to claim their second conference victory following the 3-0 victory over the Vikings. The victory was capped off by Brandon Miller pitching the first no hitter for the Huskies with Coach Ronnie Pruitt as the head coach. The game opened up with both teams being unable to produce any runners in the first inning with each team presenting a tough defensive front. The Huskies produced the first runs of the game during the second inning when a long hit by Kyle Guyton narrowly missed leaving the park as it hit off the top of the fence to place Guyton on second base. Following a walk by Dustin Absher, Guyton and Absher was able to advance to second and third on a wild pitch to set up the RBI by David Marino to give the Huskies their only run of the inning. The Marino RBI allowed the Huskies to take a 1-0 lead at the end of the second inning. The Huskies appeared to be striking again when Jake Miller was awarded a trip to first on a walk and then a single by Darron Dotson to place the Husky runners on first and second. However, the following Husky batter would fly out and then the Huskies got their third out on an attempted steal to allow North Wilkes to escape the third inning with a 1-0 deficit. North Wilkes again was forced into a three hitter, three out inning during the fourth with Brandon Miller striking out two batters to lead the game into the bottom of the fourth inning. In the bottom of the inning, the Huskies were led off with another long hit by Kyle Guyton for a double. A bunt by Dustin Absher advanced Guyton to third and placed Absher on first. The Huskies In the top of the fifth, the Vikings continued to be plagued by the impressive performance of the Huskies' pitcher, Brandon Miller. In the fifth inning, Miller forced the Vikings into a fly ball, which was caught by hind-catcher Darron Dotson for the first out. Miller then forced the following batter into a ground ball for an out and then struck the third batter out for the third out of the inning. The Huskies capitalized on the drought by the Vikings, as they were able to knock one run in during the bottom of the fifth. Phillip Walters drew a walk at the plate and stole second and third base to set up the scoring run. Jake Miller, in an unselfish manner, drove Walters in with a sacrifice fly RBI to give the Huskies their third run of the game. The Huskies were unable to score any more runs during the inning, and the teams headed into the sixth inning with the Huskies winning 3-0. In the sixth inning, Brandon Miller continued his impressive performance on the mound as he earned another three up- three down inning for the Huskies. Miller retired the first batter on strikes and forced the following two batters to hit fly balls for outs to bring the Huskies into bat. The Huskies offensive portion of the inning mirrored the Vikings' performance as they also went three upthree down to lead the game into the final inning. In the seventh inning, the Huskies had to hold the Vikings to less than three runs to claim the victory. The Huskies' defense rose to the pressure and retired the Vikings after three batters. Brandon Miller recorded his seventh and eighth strikeouts with the first two batters, and then a fly ball to center field for the third out of the inning and concluded the game. The Huskies success was keyed by Brandon Miller's impressive performance on the mound. Miller pitched a total of 85 pitches, with 59 strikes. Miller awarded the Vikings with one base-onballs, but then retired eight batters on strikes to earn the no hitter game. The victory over the Vikings was the Huskies' fifth win of the season and second during conference play. Huskies' lead to 5-0. Brandy Houser added another tally to the score prior to halftime when she was able to place a shot in the back of the net in the following two minutes to finalize the scoring for the first half with the Huskies claiming a commanding 5-0 lead. The second half was a replication of the first half with the Huskies continually dominating. In the first 13 minutes of the second half, Nancy Jones and Ashton Little combined for four goals, two apiece, to increase the Huskies' lead to a mammoth 9-0. The Huskies were not satisfied with a nine-goal lead and Leia Eldreth was able to score two goals to finalize the game at 110. Due to the outstanding unbalanced scoring, the officials called the game at the 63-minute mark and claimed the Huskies winners with a final score of 11-0. Nancy Jones had a remarkable game for the Huskies as she scored a spectacular five goals. Leia Eldreth and Ashton Little added two goals each, and Leah Fullbright and Brandy Houser added one goal each to round out the high scoring contest for the Huskies. Shelly Barker recorded a total of three assists while Lorna Vega, Michelle Harless, and Stephanie Ratliff each had one assist. The ladies soccer team will return to action Thursday when they host the Forbush Falcons. Photo by Michael Graybeal Brandon Miller powers up to deliever a strike during the Huskies' 3-0 "No Hitter" victory against the North Wilkes Vikings on Friday evening. were able to increase their lead to two runs when Guyton would score on a wild pitch. The Huskies were unable to score any more runs prior to the Vikings getting the required three outs to end the inning with the Huskies winning 2-0. Soccer splits games in conference Photo by Michael Graybeal Ashton Little (right) shoots and scores while Leia Eldreth (left) is ready for the possible rebound during the Huskies' 11-0 win over North Wilkes. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Husky Women's Soccer team hosted two conference games last week as they welcomed Starmount on Tuesday and North Wilkes on Friday. The Lady Huskies were unable to claim the victory against the Starmount Rams on Tuesday after a hard fought battle as they lost 2-0. On Friday, the Lady Huskies hosted another conference match-up and welcomed the North Wilkes Vikings into Husky Country. The Lady Huskies easily defeated the Vikings by a final score of 11-0. In the first game of the week, the Huskies hosted a tough and physical Lady Rams team from Starmount High School. The Rams physical style of play wore the Huskies down and caused season ending injuries to two Huskies. Glory Rognstand suffered from a fractured hip after a hard collision and Jordain Dollar experienced a severe ankle sprain during the heated contest. The victory for the Rams was not easy as their defense was able to deny the Huskies' 19 shots on goal to claim the shutout. Nancy Jones led the team with five shots and Brandy Houser followed with four shots. Christina Cole recorded eleven saves during the Husky loss. In Friday's match-up, the Huskies hosted the North Wilkes Vikings. In an uneven one-sided match, the Huskies were able to claim the easy 11-0 victory in a shortened game. The Huskies struck early and in the first 15 minutes of the game, Nancy Jones scored two goals for the Huskies, while Leah Fulbright added another goal. Nancy Jones added to the Huskies' goal totals in the 30th minute of the game with a goal off of a deflected corner kick to increase the —LJ1 Photo by Michael Graybeal Nancy Jones (far right) takes a shot on goal while Amanda Hamby (#17), Ashton Little (#4), and Leia Eldreth (#2 far left) crash the goal. Softball team undefeated in conference by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Varsity Huskies Softball team headed into their game Friday on a two game winning streak and improved their streak to three games with a 7-0 shutout against the North Wilkes Vikings. The victory pushed their season record to 5-3 and an unblemished 3-0 in conference. The game opened up with both teams having difficulty making contact in the first inning as both teams had three up- three down innings. During the top half of the second inning, the Vikings continued to struggle and Kendra Yearick retired two batters on strikes and forced the third batter into a ground out to end the top half of the inning. In the bottom half of the second inning, the Huskies were able to get a runner on base when Cori Revis opened up the inning with a single and Larken Mikeal advanced her to second base with a follow up single. Unfortunately for the Huskies, Mikeal and Revis were left stranded on base to conclude the second inning with the score tied, 0-0. The top of the third inning mirrored the second inning offensive portion of the inning. The Huskies followed the Vikings results as they also had three batters eliminated quickly to allow the game to enter into the fifth inning. Kendra Yearick continued an impressive performance during the fifth inning as she forced North Wilkes into two ground balls and struck the third batter out. The Huskies extended the hitting drought and were unable to get any batters on base during the bottom of the fifth inning. The Vikings continued to struggle against the pitching of Kendra Yearick as she forced two ground balls and struck the third batter out. The Huskies finally ended the drought during the bottom of the sixth when Courtney Olive opened the bottom of the sixth inning with a walk. Tiffany Jones followed See Softball, page 3B Photo by Michael Graybeal Kendra Yearick delivers a strike with this pitch on her way to a back-to-back "No Hitter" last week. Photo by Michael Graybeal Courtney Olive prepares to advance to third base and to score during the Huskies' 7-0 victory over the Vikings. for the Vikings on offense as Kendra Yearick again retired two batters on strikes and forced another ground ball for an out. The Huskies took advantage of the Vikings drought during the bottom half of the third inning when Kaitlin Smith opened up the inning with a single. Brittany Parsons followed up with an RBI triple, which drove in Smith. Parsons was then drove in by Tiffany Jones who hit a RBI single to give the Huskies a 2-0 lead at the end of the third inning. The fourth inning brought more difficulty for the Vikings as Kendra Yearick retired all three batters on strikes, but the Huskies also struggled and were unable to mount any offense during the bottom half of the fourth inning. The same results occurred in the fifth inning with the Vikings being retired after only three batters to allow the Huskies to enter the dugout for their Photo courtesy of Teresa Spencer The Ashe County Lightning Girls 12U team participated in the Boone Roundball Classic the weekend of March 9,10, and 11 and finished in second place. The team also traveled to Johnson City to compete in the Johnson City Shooting Stars Tournament the weekend of March 17 and 18.The team finished first in their age division. Front Row (L:R): Makayla Spencer, Kayla Spears, Caroline Edwards, Emily Ballou. Back Row (L:R): Coach Steve Johnson, Tiffany Cozart, Sierra Wilson, Amanda Tugman, Mackinsey Johnson, Karanda Weaver, Coach Kenny Spencer. �PACL 2B TUESDAY,. MARCH 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS th 18 Annual High Country Hoops Camp Director: Marc Payne The Cost: County Lightning Team cost: $45) When/ Where: June 11-14, 2007 at Ashe County High School For Whom: The tution for the High Country Hoops Camp is $50 per camper. (Ashe Objective: Boys rising 3rd - 6th graders (9 a.m.-noon) "In 1975, 33 years ago 1 started a basketball camp at Beaver Creek Boys rising 7th - 10th graders (1 p.m.- 4 p.m.) Campers may register on Monday prior to the first a.m. session and the High Country Hoops Camp has been held. The objective then and the first p.m. session. (Pre-registration is welcomed; but not required) Registration: High School and for 33 consecutive years The Runnin' Beavers or objective now has not changed. The objective is to give young players the opportunity to learn more about the game of basketball. The emphasis Arrival Time: Campers should arrive by 8:45 each morning or by 12:45 each afternoon. The Staff: The staff will be directed by Marc Payne and be composed of Ashe County High School basketball coaches and players, current and past. Name Address Pamet's Name Home phone # is and will always be the teaching of the proper fundamentals. We also want to build and interest and love for the game as well as strengthen the basketball program in Ashe County. We hope that you will benefit from out efforts.' Marc Payne — Grade Next Year T-Shirt Size — *Hardee's of Jefferson Business Phone # As parent or guardian of the applicant, I understand that the staff of the High Country Hoops Camp will treat only minor injuries. If an injury requires medical attention the financial responsibility will rest with the parents. I also waive all legal rights for restitution. Parent Signature ~1 presents the l i Date Our Co-Athletes of the week, Brandon Miller and Nancy Jones, each per­ formed admirably this past week. Miller recorded the first no hitter base­ ball game against North Wilkes and Nancy Jones scored an amazing five goals for the Women's Soccer team. Send to: Marc Payne, Director/ High Country Hoops Camp/ POB 606/ West Jefferson, NC, 28694 Ashe County Parks and Recreation and North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Will be hosting their Spring Youth Trout Derby Brandon Miller April 7, 2007 at Ashe County Park Gate opens at 7:00 A.M. (Rain, Snow, Hail, Sleet, or Whatever else) Come out and catch dinner!!! Three trout per person limit Concessions, Bait, and Rods Provided (Rods on a first come, first serve) Congratulations Brandon Miller and Nancy Jones!!! Nancy Jones Hardee's Stop by each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! 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The following Greyhound was unfortunate when their grounder was thrown out at first base, and then Kendra Blevins ended the game when she caught a fly ball at first base for the third out of the game. The 7-0 victory over the North Wilkes Vikings was the Huskies third win in conference, as their current record is 3-0 in conference and 5-3 overall for the season. The game was also Kendra Yearick's second no hitter this week and the Huskies third straight victory. ___ Industrial standings Teams New River Motors Independence Lumber AEV/MO's Boots Jefferson Post Big Dave's Auto Ashe County Builders Midtown Motors/Jeff. Appliance Ashe County Parks and Recreation will begin registration for the Women's Industrial have as many as 15 people and players must be 16 years of age to play. Games will be played on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. Team fees will be $250. Call Ashe County Parks and Recreation at 982-6185 for more information. Industrial basketball tournament bracket Teams w L 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Timber Creek Landscaping 5 0 Ashe Chiropractic 4 1 Wood's Plumbing 3 2 Gates/Current Chiropractic 2 3 Odie Gilbert Construction 1 4 Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball Women's Industrial Basketball League League Basketball March 20th. Registration will end on April 6. Team Rosters may L W 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Results from March 21, 2007 Ashe Chiropractic 63 Bill Baker 15 Chris Shumate 14 defeated Gates/Current Chiropractic 53 Brett Miller 11 Chris Hart 11 Timber Creek Landscaping 67 Todd Chapman 12 Justin Grubb 12 defeated Odie Gilbert Construction 51 TJLemly 19 Odie Gilbert 10 AEV/MO's Boots 64 Brian Norris 29 Derrick Roark 9 defeated Jefferson Post 62 Jeremy Osborne 21 Kyle Denny 14 Independence Lumber W won by forfeit Midtown Motors/Jef. Appliance L Results from March 22, 2007 2) Independence Lumber Big Dave's Auto 84 Dustin Farmer 32 Matt Peters 23 6 p.m. 10) Wood's Plumbing 3) AEV/ Mo's Boots 6) Ashe Chiropractic 7 p.m. 1) Gates/ Current defeated Ashe County Builders 73 Terry Miller 20 Eric Miller 19 Independence Lumber 82 Derrick Eller 20 David Bowers 16 7) Ashe Co. Builders defeated Jefferson Post 55 Kyle Denny 20 Jeremy Osborne 10 Ricky Hurt 10 HIG Thursday. 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This is the sixth annual in­ ternational walk/run for celiac disease supporting the Center for Celiac Research and spon­ sored by the Charlotte Celiac Connection, both non-profit 501c3 organizations. Events begin at 9 a.m. with registra­ tion and check-in. The walk takes place from 10 a.m. to noon, followed by a Celebrate Success and Raffle event until 12:30 p.m. and then a picnic and lawn games until 4 p.m. Registration fees are $15 adults and $5 children (12 and under) through April 15 and then an additional $5 from April 16-May 6. Registration forms can be downloaded from www.char­ lotte-eel iac-connection. org/ CFCR2007registration.html along with off-line donation forms to track cash and check donations collected by the participant. Complete the online registration process at www.celiacwalk.org to make it easy for donors to contrib­ ute online. You will "join the team" called "Queen City Walkers" and write a personal message. Then simply send a link to your page to all your friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, etc. Early registration includes a T-shirt. Gluten-free food and refreshments are included in the registration fee. Those who collect donations will be included in the gift raffle. Any Ashe County business or individual that would like to sponsor walkers or donate funds or a door prize for this event can contact Helemarie Reavis at 982-4828. A special form for spon­ sorship and donations notes that 75 percent of all funds collected goes to cutting edge research at the Center for Ce­ liac Research and 25 percent goes to increase awareness in Charlotte. Sponsors will have their names listed on a dedi­ cated page of the Charlotte Celiac Connection website. Additional advertisement opportunities are available. Sponsorship forms need to be received by April 15. Sponsors can send a check to: Charlotte Celiac Connec­ tion, Attn. Janet Kline, 1414 East Barden Rd., Charlotte, NC 28226. All donations are tax deductible. Online dona­ tions can be made at www. celiacwalk.org. For more information, such as maps and directions, go to www.charlotte-celiac-connection.org/CFCR2007walk. html. Or you can call Event Co-Chairs Janet Kline at 704-442-2997, janet@charlotte-celiac-connection.org or Carol Szer at 803-547-3258, cehacconnection@aol.com. Studies show that 1 in 133 people (almost three million Americans) have celiac disease (second only to heart-disease) and yet it is the most under­ diagnosed disease in America. People with celiac disease are unable to eat foods contain­ ing gluten, found in wheat and other grains. (This can also be an issue for practicing Catholics because of commu­ nion wafers.) The gluten trig­ gers an autoimmune reaction causing the destruction of the small intestine villi. Celiacs produce antibodies that at­ tack the gluten, but the same antibodies also attack the in­ testine, causing damage and illness. Untreated celiac dis­ ease can be life threatening. A celiac diagnosis can take 11 years and a new celiac is born every 16 minutes. Celiac dis­ ease is a genetic disorder af­ fecting children and adults. Ashe County resident COMMUNITY NEWS Helemarie Reavis was diag­ nosed with celiac disease in 2005 after years of suffer­ ing symptoms that could not be explained, and she has discovered at least 10 other people in the local area who suffer from the disease. There are support groups, she said, in Winston and Charlotte who help each other and help inform others of this deadly food intolerance. To learn more about celiac disease and its diet restric­ tions, go online to www.glutenfree.com or www.charlotteceliac-comiection.org. New discussion course offered for parents There is a new course be­ ing offered to the community through the combined efforts of the New River Earth In­ stitute and Ashe Partnership for Children. The Healthy Children Healthy Planet discussion course is perfect for anyone raising or work­ ing with children of any age group. We all owe it to our children to give them our best; this course is a great step toward that goal. Com­ munity members are en­ couraged to join the group meetings at Family Central on Wednesday evenings at 5:30pm beginning March 21st. Free childcare will be provided with fun learning activities in the cooperative playroom. Parents, grand­ parents, caregivers, teachers, youth pastors, scout lead­ ers, and anyone else working with children are invited to meet in the conference room for enlightening discussions. The course is also free, the books are $17, and books may be shared. The meetings will last one to 1 V2 hours for eight weeks. For additional infor­ mation or questions, please call 336-246-2166. The ses­ sion themes are as follows. Cultural Pressures: A pow­ erful fusion of pop culture and peer influence creates a social smog that has a strong influence on today's children. How should adults respond to these pressures? Family Traditions and Cel­ ebrations: Meaningful family time can provide an antidote to cultural pressures of con­ sumption. Explore how tra­ ditions can enrich a child's family experience and exam­ ine alternatives to elaborate celebrations and gifts. Advertising: The aver­ age child sees an estimated 20,000 commercials every year. What are the effects on our children, and what steps can adults take to lessen the impact? Food and Health: Many schools serve high-fat lunches. Soda and candy are readily available on school grounds. What is the link between diet and learning? How can adults encourage children to include healthy foods in their meals? Time and Creativity: Today's children may have schedules that rival the busi­ est adults. How can adults help children find balance be­ tween activities and unstruc­ tured time, which is often the source of creativity? Technology and the Media: Opinions differ on whether computers hinder or help the natural process of child devel­ opment. Watching TV can dis­ place more valuable experi­ ences. What steps can adults take to create a healthy me­ dia environment at home? Exploring Nature: Chil­ dren have an affinity for the natural world and as Rachel Carson says, "an inborn sense of wonder." As children spend more time indoors, they con­ nect less to the wild places in their neighborhood. How can we give children the opportu­ nity to connect with the natu­ ral world? — Official Jefferson Post I NASCAR Pit stop for Prizes Entry Race Form Goody's Goof Grange S00 Martinsville Speedway 4-1 -07 \ 2nd Place. City .State Zip. Phone# % • * Welcomes J & B Trout iMke Opening April 12 at Shatley Springs Inn WSSmiuUjMOOKm, *Unless Won in Previous Race Your Address. tJM 102 South Jefferson Ave. • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-9133 Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Pick the top three finishers & win the bonus! Race Winner. TIE BREAKER: M « BnHI i HHn r J \ y The North Fac Face IWfn. Hardwan Mtn. Hardware Royal Robbin Robbins Columbia Crocs crocs Keen Merrell Teva THIS WEEK'S BONUS TOTAL Your Name 1 k. Get your pit crew ready for the 3rd Place Ji From there, the workshop will transition into putting dreams, or aspects of them onto canvas. You will be using mixed media techniques such as photo transfer onto cloth and tissue paper, and work­ ing with paints, fabric, art papers, and markers. Particu­ lar emphasis will be on color application. No previous art experience is necessary. If you do not remember your dreams, this workshop is still for you. People often find their dream life increas­ ing and they start remember­ ing their dreams after taking these classes. Enjoy an opportunity for door prizes with free good­ ies for all participants. Cost is $89 plus supply option fees. Seating is limited to 15 participants so reserve your space before April 1 to enter a drawing for a $20 Golden Acrylic Gift Certificate. For more information, call 246-2424 or email to: info@ highcountryscrapnstamp. com. The store is open Tues­ day through Friday, noon to 6 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. PIT STOP The Medley Family i I Renee' Askew teams with Janine Rodriguez for a very special mixed media event at High Country Scrap & Stamp just in time for Easter. The event is called Dreams & Cre­ ativity Workshop: The Power of Dreams to Release Your Creative Potential. The workshop will be held on Saturday, April 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at High Coun­ try Scrap & Stamp in Jeffer­ son Station, #7, in downtown West Jefferson. This hands-on adventure into dreams and their poten­ tial to unleash your creative expressions in mixed media requires no previous collage experience. This workshop will teach you the basics of dream in­ terpretation and how under­ standing your dreams can release your unique creative expression in life. You will learn the basics of one of the oldest forms of dream inter­ pretation - the ancient He­ braic method - be given prac­ tical tools for understanding your dreams, and shown how dreams can release your cre­ ativity. Jefferson Post / NASCAR We the family of Bower Edward Medley would like to say thank you to our many friends, especially Pastor Steve Leashomb, Midway Baptist Church, Pastor James McNeil, Pleasant Branch Church, the singers, Dr. Badger and Hospice, to Jefferson Florist for all the beautiful flowers, Badger Funeral Ftome for everything they did, and to everyone for all the food, flowers and all the prayers. A Big Thank You from the bottom of our hearts. 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Wilkesboro, NC 866-380-2458 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2007 _JMGE5B ENTERTAINMENT Family adventure awaits in Beech Mountain It's time to forget the win­ ter chill and enjoy the cozy lodging, brisk mountain air and outdoor adventures in the beautiful mountains of Beech Mountain, North Carolina. Whether you want to explore the "Old West," take a whitewater adventure, go fishing, explore underground caverns or enjoy a "kid's night" at A the recreation center, Beech p Mountain has a host of activ­ ities and is a central location to explore various mountains attractions. Beech Mountain offers a wide variety of guest rooms, ranging from mountain inns and lodges to private chalets, cabins and condos. Golf: For golf enthusiasts, the Beech Mountain Club opens . in May. The facility offers 18-holes of mountain golfing that was designed by Willard Byrd. Although it is a private course, certain accommoda­ tions provide membership as a guest of the owner, allowing visitors to golf and use the pool facilities. There are also many other courses within a short driving distance of Beech Mountain. For more information, contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (800) 468-5506. Buckeye Lake: . Buckeye Lake, a seven-acre lake located at the base of the town, nffers a combination of outdoor activities, including * fishing and bird watching. Buckeye Lake is also a start­ ing destination for several of the hiking and biking trails the town has to offer. Fishing season begins the first Saturday in April, and in the month of June a popu­ lar event for kids and family is the Kiddo Fishing Derby, a free event for children ages four to 12. The competition I awards trophies in the cat­ egories of the first trout, larg­ est trout, heaviest trout and the first to catch the limit of four trout. Vendors are also on site selling hot dogs and soft drinks or picnic tables are available for families that want to bring their own food and snacks. Recreation Center: The Recreation Center, a 22,550 square foot facility, in­ cludes an indoor basketball, volleyball, track and tennis courts, as well as a fitness room for adults. Children under seven can use the kid's playroom, a specially de­ signed room filled with soft playground equipment. The center is also avail­ able for parties, receptions, reunions or meetings. For a complete list of the facility's activity schedule, visit www. townofbeechmountain.com. Hiking and Biking: To fulfill the child's sense of adventure, set out on any of the twenty miles of desig­ nated hiking trails or ride the 50 miles of paved bike paths. "Beech Mountain has beautiful mountain terrain, which provides a variety of activities for families of all skill levels," said Coscia. Beech Mountain offers guided hikes, which are both educational and fun, allow­ ing families to explore the great outdoors while beating the heat. The first Tuesday of each month from April through October, the town of Beech Mountain hosts guided hikes, which are perfect for all skill levels. " Tuesday Hikes on Beech .Mountain appeal to both the experienced and novice hiker and range from two to four iniles in length. Each hike is • bid by a volunteer that has the knowledge and expertise Tto give visitors an insider's ^look at the mountain. Each /hike is designed to showcase the nature and unmatched ' beauty of Beech Mountain. Trails range from 3,800 feet to 5,000 feet and wind past creeks, waterfalls, old growth timber, and other natural wonders. Participants can also expect to see wildflowers and wildlife, such as • white tail deer, wild turkeys, raccoons, red squirrels, and grouse. For more information on Beech Mountain hiking, visit www.hikebeechmountain. com. For experienced bikers, trails of Beech Mountain follow the same routes that Lance Armstrong traveled as he prepared for the Tour De France while recovering from cancer in 1998. Beech Moun- tain bike trails cover more than 50 miles of paved bike routes and scenic trails des­ ignated for mountain bikers. The town's five major bike routes start from the visitor's center, located near the top of the mountain next to the town hall. While most routes are through residential neigh­ borhoods, others take riders on a journey through nature, such as the route by Buckeye Lake, and each trail offers riders unique aspects that can't be found elsewhere. For more information on Beech Mountain biking, please visit www.bikebeechmountain.com. "In addition to having a lot of family activities located right here on the mountain, Beech Mountain is a great place for families to stay while they explore the sur­ rounding areas," said Coscia. "Within a short drive, there are several unique attrac­ tions that adults and kids are sure to enjoy." Linville Caverns: Linville Caverns, located in Marion—only an hour drive from Beech, offers bot­ tomless depths of under­ grounds pools, streams filled with trout, sleeping bats, and nature designed shapes, textures and colors. Linville Caverns are the only pub­ lic accessible caverns in the state of North Carolina offer­ ing guided tours after being opened for touring in 1939. Linville Caverns are open daily from March to Novem­ ber and on the'weekends in December to February. For more information, please vis­ it www.linvillecaverns.com. Tweetsie Railroad Travel back into the Wild West and hang out with cowboys and outlaws at the Tweetsie Railroad, North Carolina's oldest theme park, which is located in Blow­ ing Rock, 25 miles outside the town of Beech. Tweet­ sie and Yukon Queen, the park's two vintage steam lo­ comotives, make a three-mile loop through the Blue Ridge Mountains. The park also features live, old-fashioned entertainment, such as rowdy 1800s saloon shows, mountain dancing with the Tweetsie Cloggers and musical celebrations. Tweetsie Railroad also fea­ tures county fair rides, includ­ ing a carousel, the Tweetsie Twister, Mouse Mine Train Ride and Turnpike Cruisers. Visit www.tweetsie.com for more information. Grandfather Mountain Grandfather Mountain, located just 25 minutes from Beech Mountain, is the high­ est peak in the Blue Ridge mountain range. Families can enjoy mountain views from Linville Peak, a milehigh swinging bridge and a variety of wildlife, which are native to the area. Grandfa­ ther Mountain's nature mu­ seum educates visitors on the natural history of the area through more than two-dozen exhibit, including birds, Na­ tive American artifacts, pho­ tography, gems and minerals and the largest amethyst ever found in the country. Addi­ tionally, a visit to the nature theater will showcase nature films that have been filmed on the mountain. Visit www.grandfather, com for more information. Whitewater Rafting Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Banner Elk, High Moun­ tain Expeditions opens for the season on March 31 and offers whitewater-rafting ad­ ventures that are sure to get the adrenaline flowing. The Watauga River, the ideal river for families with small children, is a four and a half mile river trip filled with fast moving wa­ ter, mild rapids, mountain scenery and Canadian geese and ducks. Kids can master the mighty Anaconda rapid, which ranges from a class two to class three rapid. The rafting day begins at 11:30 a.m., Monday thru Saturday. Rafters will be served lunch, have the opportunity to swim and shop when returning to Ski Country Sport at 5 p.m. Rafters will be provided with the transportation, a river guide, rafting equipment and snack. For children over 12, the ride of a lifetime is on Wilson Creek, with creek drops of 85 feet per mile and five to 10 foot ledges. Rafters will have personal, one-man inflat­ able funyaks, which offer the chance to navigate individu­ ally down the river. Rafting instructors will teach participants to ma­ neuver the funyaks and rap­ ids. The Wilson's Creek trip departs from Ski Country Sports in Banner Elk at 9:30 a.m and lasts until late after­ noon. For more information, please visit www.highmountainexpeditions.com. Horseback Riding: For those looking to ex­ plore the mountains and get off of your feet at the same time, horseback riding is a great option. Chadi Farms Carriage Rides, an 18th century farm and horse breeding facility, features private trails on the family's mountain homestead. Trails vary according to skill level and riders can stay on beginner trails or advance to the mountainous twists and turns the area has to offer. Chadi Farms offers horse­ back riding, horse drawn carriage rides, hayrides and hiking. For a complete list of prices and schedules, please visit www.chandifarms.com. Dutch Creek Trails, locat­ ed in Valle Crucis, is complete with a 100-year-old barn and white farmhouse. The horse­ back riding features trail rides that will loop through various mountain trails and features scenic views. Dutch Creek is open year-round, Monday through Saturday and, along with the horse­ back riding, also offers visi­ tors a rich history with build­ ing dating back to the 1880s. For more information, please call (828) 297-7117. Beech Mountain, the highest town in the eastern United States at 5,506 feet, is nestled in the northwestern North Carolina Mountains. Known for it's unique beauty and winter sport activities, Beech is a year-round tourist destination. Throughout the year, the town also embraces a wide range of cultural ac­ tivities ranging from street dances and Sunday evening sunset concerts to the townwide 47th Annual Roasting of the Hog and arts and crafts festivals. For more information about Beech Mountain, please contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (800) 468-5506 or 387-9283 or visit www.beechmtn.com. Boone, NC, March 21 - Ap­ palachian State University presents Art Expo 2007, a juried exhibition in the Cath­ erine J. Smith Gallery, featur­ ing a wide range of artworks by 51 Appalachian students. Of the 643 works submitted for jurying, 80 were selected for the exhibition which will be on view from March 27th - April 10th. The artworks in this exhi­ bition were selected by guest juror, Joyce Rudinsky, a visu­ al artist whose work explores the convergence of art, enter­ tainment, and information and new information struc­ tures. Rudinsky is an Associ­ ate Professor in the Depart­ ment of Communication Studies at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. The works included in Art Expo 2007 were selected from numerous entries of artwork that were on display dur­ ing open house in Wey Hall on March 2nd. The following artists have works in the ex­ hibition: Brad Armsworth, Attabel Artiga, Nicola Bajalia, Krista Betz, Tegan Brace, Se­ lene Briggs, Sally Brincefield, Emily Carney, Christine Cole, Holley Compton, Erilca Cro­ sier, Danny Desmarais, Em­ ily Dixon, Hope Doe, James Easley,John Edge, Alyse Egan, Chris Engler, Evan Fetty, Michelle Gouge, Ra­ chel Haycraft, Laura Hersey, Reaksmey Higgins, Annie Huitt, Cara Jackson, Michelle T. Jacobs, Sarah Johnson, Christine Kennedy, Teresa Koch, Megan Koslick, Heather Langston, Matt Lawson, Jennifer Liv­ ingston, Melissa Markowitz, Ashley McDaniel, Ashleigh Miller, Kara Ann Needham, Heather Owens, Jennifer Povick, Emily Proshuto, Doug Ransdell, Austin Saylor, Dayna Seman, Michael Sinclair, Erin Souther, Sadie Starnes, Taylor Staton, Jessica Turner, Tiffany Weitzen, Ben Wesemann, and Daniel Wiggins During the awards cer­ emony, prizes and awards based on these categories: clay/glass; drawing; fibers; foundations/fundamentals/ digital imaging; graphic de­ sign; metalsmithing; paint­ ing; photography; printmaking; and sculpture will be announced. The chair of the Art Department, Laura Ives, states, "We encourage you to attend the Department of Art's annual student art ex­ hibition, Art Expo 2007. This competitive exhibit recognizes and celebrates the exception­ al artwork of our students." Ives continues, "This year's juror, Joyce Rudinsky, is a vi­ sual artist working with elec­ tronic and interactive media to investigate a variety of is­ sues impacted by technology. I hope that you will make an effort to join us for the opening reception for this extraordinary exhibit of stu­ dent artwork." In keeping with this event being student-centered, nu­ merous students, including student coordinator Jennifer Livingston, have participat­ ed in the organizing of this event. Gallery assistants Re­ ese Bolton, Tanith Brehmer, Blair Brown, James Easley, Sara Gordon, Kara Needham, Megan Sayre, Dayna Seman, and Maloree Sheets have as­ sisted with all facets of the exhibition and programming. Students from AIGA, Nation­ al Art Educators Association and Student Art League have also contributed time and ef­ fort. In addition, the Exhibi­ tions Practicum class collabo­ rated with a Graphic Design II class to select a student art­ ist to design publicity materi­ als for Art Expo 2007. Doug Ransdell created the designs that were chosen for the exhi­ bition's logo, postcard, poster and other publications. The opening reception for Art Expo 2007 is scheduled for Friday, March 30, 2007 from 4-6 p.m., and the awards ceremony and recognition of scholarships will start at 4:30 pm. The Doug Peach Trio will provide entertainment at the reception. The event is spon­ sored in part by the Depart­ ment of Art and and the Divi­ sion of Student Development. The Catherine J. Smith Gallery is located in Far­ thing Auditorium on the Ap­ palachian State University campus at 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608. Admission is free to the public. Hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (828) Art Expo 2007 opens at ASU 262-7338. BEST DEALS THE ONLY DEALS THE FROM YOUR OWN HOME YOUR HOMETOWN HOBBY STORE WELCOMES J&B TROUT LAKE CHRYSLER OPENING APRIL 12TH AT SHATLEY SPRINGS INN Business Hours: Located at: Mon-Wed -10AM-5PM 101 S. 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The Big-Eared Bats hiber­ nate in the winter, when the bat counts are conducted. Research groups taking part in bat counts this year in Avery County have included the Nature Conservancy, US Fish and Wildlife Service, NC Wildlife Resources Com­ mission, and the Park Ser­ vice. "We enter a cave and Photo by Landis Wofford search through every nook Hibernating Virginia Big-Eared Bats cluster together in Black Rock Cave on Grandfather and cranny for the bat," said Mountain. Scientists count the bats by their noses and forearm bones. Scott Bosworth of the NC Wildlife Resources Commis­ sion. After that researchers use different ways to count the number of bats they find clustered tightly together for warmth. "Sometimes it's easier to count noses and sometimes it's easier to count the fore­ arm bones we see. It just de­ pends on the tightness of the cluster," added Bosworth. The bats in Avery Coun­ ty will hibernate until the weather warms up and in­ sects start hatching. The Virginia Big-Ears will not emerge until this food source becomes available. A contributing factor to the Big-Eared's endangered status is its vulnerability. While hibernating the bats can only tolerate minimal disturbances and need the cave to maintain a stable air temperature. "Disturbances could be anything from humans near­ by the cave having a loud Photo by Landis Wofford conversation to raccoons go­ Researchers take a DNA sample from A Virginia Big-Eared Bat's wind during a recent bat ing in and out of the cave," count. This federal study is analyzing the population structure and genetic diversity of the said Bosworth. bats. R Construction Loan Offer You Can't Miss! . Cat/ or visit one of our lenders for more information about product terms, conditions & eligibility. Pause for snacks during lap 293. DishDVR Advantage. It's about time. 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Today winter time, this extra fly­ they still continue to help ing around causes the bat the Wildlife Resources Com­ to burn its fat stores and mission do surveys in caves. without food it could eventu­ Fifty-five Big-Eared Bats ally die. In order to have the were found in this Black least impact, the scientists Rock Mystery Hole redis­ venturing into these caves covered by the Flittermouse to conduct counts limit their Grotto. time and keep the cave tem­ "This is significant be­ perature from significantly cause it's only the third rising. known hibernating site in Another effort to protect North Carolina," said Bos­ the Big-Eared Bats has been worth. "Fifty-five bats is gen­ the placement of gates to erally not a huge number, close off access to the caves. but when you think about Both Cranberry Iron Mine how small the population and the Black Rock Cave at size is to begin with you un­ Grandfather Mountain have derstand that any addition gates to protect the bats is great." While researchers from possible disturbances are very happy with this new coming in. finding, there are still some Cranberry has five differ­ questions. ent gates and the last one "Since bats do move was put in place in 2003. It around from cave to cave is too early to tell if the ef­ some during hibernation, this fort there will be effective could be happening here as but the results of the gates well," said Bosworth. Since have proved promising on there were weeks between Grandfather Mountain. The the Black Rock Cave survey Black Rock Cave was gated and the Black Rock Mystery in 1986 after around 20 Vir­ Hole exploration it is pos­ ginia Big-Eared Bats were sible that during that time first documented there in some bats relocated from the 1984. This last survey done Cave to the Mystery Hole. at the cave in February doc­ The researchers conduct the umented around 376 bats, counts every two years and making researchers believe are looking forward to what that having the gates to future surveys bring them. combat disturbances seems "We couldn't do these to have helped. counts and explorations Perhaps the most exciting without the help of others news has come in the last and especially the Flitter­ few weeks, when a group of mouse Grotto," said Bos­ researchers went out with worth, "without their help representatives of a local and experience none of this caving group, Flittermouse would have been possible." Includes your local channels town*. Fixed Rate: 2.79% •Construction Loan Special example: A 12-month $100,000 loan with a fixed rate of 7 79% has an Annual Percentage Rate (APR) of 10,894%. 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HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC., located in Jefferson at 141 Lyalls Lane, phone (336) 982-9821, has been specializing in the surrounding area's masonry supply and equipment needs for more than 21 years. �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ MARCH 27, 2007 ACE7B THE GOLDEN POST Senior Center calendar for April Monday, April 2 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10 a.m.: Easter egg hunt with child day care 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Tax Aide 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle Wednesday, April 11 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-10 a.m.: Shuffleboard 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Thursday, April 12 Tuesday, April 3 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 1-4 p.m.: Ashe County Quilt Guild Friday, April 13 Wednesday, April 4 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-10 a.m.: Shuffleboard 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Noon: AARP meeting (covered dish lunch) 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-10 a.m.: Horseshoes 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Nutrition Education and Food 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Edith and Friends 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Thursday, April 5 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Tax Aide 11:30 a.m.: Nutrition Update 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Monday, April 23 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet (new class) 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.:.Singing with Ed and Friends 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, April 24 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Monday, April 16 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 11 a.m.: Trip Planning Committee Friday, April 20 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.: Rep. Cullie Tarlton and Volunteer Awards 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: Grief Counseling with Roger Newton 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Friday, April 6 Wednesday, April 25 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-10 a.m.: Shuffleboard tournament 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing Thursday, April 26 Closed for Good Friday Tuesday, April 17 Monday, April 9 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Tax Aide 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ed and Friends 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, April 10 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Friday, April 27 Wednesday, April 18 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-10 a.m.: Shuffleboard 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Mountain Hearts Center for Prevention and Wellness at 846-0744. The screening is recom­ mended for men over the age of 50 and those in their 40s with a family history of prostate cancer. The screen­ ing is made possible by sup­ port from the Jeffersons 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-10 a.m.: Horseshoes 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: "Skin Cancer Awareness" with Mary Caryl Elmore 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Thursday, April 19 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only Free prostate screening planned in April Sign up by Friday, March 30 at noon for the Free Prostate Cancer Screening to be held on Thursday, April 12 from 1 to 5 p.m. The free PSA blood work is scheduled to be drawn on March 30. Appointments for the April screening are available by calling the 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle Rotary Club and the kind­ ness of Dr. David Cooke who volunteers his time. Prostate cancer is the sec­ ond leading cause of cancer deaths in men. Each year 6-9% of the men that have the screening are sent for follow-up. Since last year the screening has included an advance PSA test so that the results can be discussed with Dr. Cooke during the screening exam. For further information, call the Ashe Memorial Hospital community out­ reach office at 846-0781 or Mountain Hearts at 8460744. Tax preparation help available through April 16 Senior citizens and low income adults looking for free tax preparation assistance can find help at Ashe Services for Aging through Monday, April 16. Filing deadline for taxes this year is Tuesday, April 17. The AARP Tax Aide program is offered on Mondays only at the senior center in West Jefferson from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Participants must call Senior Center Director Louise Caudill at 246-4347 to make an appointment. Volunteers Charles Caudill and Warren Miller are helping individuals file their tax forms, and want everyone to know about the phone tax refund. Those who do not file a federal tax return may still be eligible to fill out a special form and get the federal excise tax refund credit. Claims are as follows: $30 for single person with only self as dependent; $40 with one child or parent as a dependent or as a married couple with no children; and if married with children, $50 for one child and $60 for two. In all cases, the most you would be allowed to claim is $60 unless you have all your phone bills from Feb 28, 2003 through July 31, 2006. Then the actual tax as it appears on the bills could be added up and claimed for a credit. This is a refundable credit meaning you get this money, no matter how your tax return works out. If you end up owing the IRS, the refund will reduce the balance you owe. If you end up getting a refund, the credit will be added and you get a bigger refund. Anyone qualifying for this phone tax refund can call ASA at 246-4347 or 246-2461 for information. You don't even have to come to the senior center, simply call and you will be asked a few questions such as name, address, Social Security number, date of birth and phone number, and the special form can be completed and emailed to the IRS for you. There is no signature required in electronic filing. The phone tax refund would go straight to the recipient. Monday, April 30 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 11:30 a.m.: Music and singing with Bevin South 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Exercise Room, Blood Pressure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab; 10 a.m.-Noon: Rook Games; 10-11:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes. For more information, call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. 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Jefferson Ave. (336) 846-1044 ¥ YAMAHA of Jefferson • ActttdMf lo [PA Minions lwI rconomy Ml MM • • • • Lisa Adams, Loan Processor, ©YAMAHA Highlands Union Bank Faces you know Pmnlo von (rust. �PAGE8B TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) 140-Help Wanted CDL TRAINING Want to become a Truck Driver? Want to travel? Want a good job with good pay and job security? Wilkes Community College and Sage Technical Services have teamed together to offer the best training available. Small Classes: ONE STUDENT PERTRUCK Lifetime, Nationwide Job Placement Call (336)838-6509 235-Christmas Trees For Sale: Heavy duty Whitfield Tree Setter in very good condition. Call 336-982-2724 Fraser Fir Transplants 65c each. Negotiable pricing depending upon quantity and who lifts plants. 20,000 available. 828-898-2970. Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR I WANTED: (743-40-1654) Entire fields, large or Open until filled. FT In the case of an error small, Fraser Fir with New River on our part, credit will Christmas Trees. be given for the first Behavioral HealthCare Willing to assume all SP. Work base incorrect run only. The maintenance. Alleghany. Duties Jefferson Post is Call 276-579-7733. include: working a not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ caseload of adults with severe and persistent ted by the advertiser 235-Shubbery mental illness, or for typographical Shrubbery for Sale monitoring, arranging errors which do not and linking clients to lessen the value of the Compspur Arkansas services and ad. . Black Apple completing paperwork. DF Red Delicious Much of the work will Charges Apple be in the community iRates depend on size DF Alberta Peach from and clients' homes. of ad and number of Stark Usual Schedule: runs. Please call Alberta Queen Peach Mon - Fri, 8-5, flexibility Classified Dept. 2 Apricot Trees required. Minimum for information. 3 Lilac Bushes requirements: Pin Oak Bachelor's degree in Mail orders should be Hydrangea Tree human service field sent with payment to: Boxwoods, large and two years of You dig. related human services Classified Advertising 336-385-9438 counseling/therapy The Jefferson Post which provides PO Box 808 260-Garage/Yard experience in West Jefferson. NC Sales techniques of 28694 counseling/therapy, case management or (We accept personal KITS group work one of check, Visa or Are available at the which was supervised. Master Card) Jefferson Post for Hiring range: $33,564 purchase. Each kit $38,424. Submit state Telephone: includes: 6 Signs application to: (336) 846-7164 60 Price Stickers Fax: 4 Alleghany Employment 6 Directional Arrows Security Commission, (336) 846-7165 Marking Pen PO Box 996, Inventory & Tip Sheet. • e-mail: Sparta, NC 28675. For only $5.95 each classified® Criminal records check jeffersonpost.com and pre-employment YARD SALE Web: drug testing is required. SAT. MARCH 31 www.jeffersonpost.com EOE/AAE. 7:30 AM - UNTIL IMPORTANT INFORMATION 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this nowspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on raco, color, religion, sox. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with paronts or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which Is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that ail dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Various items will be sold. Location: On right just past Railroad Grade Road, just before Fleetwood School. See ya there! YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 310-Musical •3 -J M ? [•Ji*l-JM.HtW We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 2 bedroom/2 bath mo­ bile home on 2 acre lot. Appliances. No smoking or pets inside. $400 per month, $400 security deposit. 1 year lease and references required. 336-384-3913 SUPER SPECIAL: 4 bedroom with den, 2x6 exterior walls, extend­ ed roof pitch, 8' side walls... ONLY $59,995.00 and that in­ cludes delivery and set up. Order now and pick your own colors!!! 5 year warranty!! New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers 330-Pets Pomeranian Puppies for Sale. 1 male, 1 female, 7 wks, mostly reddish color. $250 ea. Call 336-877-4312 Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information For Sale: 2003 XR 70 Honda Motorcyle. Kick Starter, 3 speed, automatic. Very good condition. Comes with owners manual, title and tool kit. Half off original price. $950 Call 336-982-8154 or 877-7845 For Sale: 1980 Harley Davidson, 80ci FLH Police Bike. Many Hii new internal engine •fiilml parts. This is a riding bike, not a show bike. Bought boat, must sell bike. $7500 firm. No tire kickers, please. 336-384-1074 Gus is a 1-2 yr. old, all Call black, male rottie/lab after 6 pm. mix. He's a HUGE dog For Sale: 2005 Power weighing about 100 Max RC Motor Sports lbs. Gus is a big softie Scooter. $600 OBO. who loves to play and Call 828-964-8898 craves human atten­ or 336-877-3155 tion. He would be OK with other dogs that are 430-Rooms, he submissive, but Apts., Houses wants to be the king of the castle. Gus needs For Rent an experienced large 3BR/2BA Brick Home breed dog owner to with carport in nice set­ adopt him because his ting in West Jefferson. size can be over­ Offering hardwood whelming. Contact the flooring/carpet & new Alleghany Animal Shel­ tile. $700 per month. ter in Sparta at 336- Call Carolina Mountain 372-8744 for more info properties at 336or visit 246-2880. alleghany.petfinder.com Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC *One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Sparky is a 1.5-2 year old fawn male, pure­ bred boxer. His tail is docked, ears are natu­ ral. He's a typical box­ er, full of energy. Sparky could really thrive in a home where he's the only dog. He craves attention and loves to receive it. Please contact Barbara for more information at Secdndcr@aim.com. 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale For Sale: House, Outbuildings & 26 acres more or less. Call 336-384-3360 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Single Wide Special!!! 2 or 3 bedroom. Vinyl Siding and shingle roof. Appliances included.... set and delivered for only $24,995.00. New General Homes 336-973-4462. 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 Private Setting!!! Horton Double Wide set up on over 1 acre of land, close to the lakel! Beautiful private Mountain views. Ready to move in. Priced at tax value. $89,900.00 Call Mark 336-973-4462. APPROVAL PROBLEMS? Now There Is A Way We Could Help Through Our NEW SILVER KEY PROGRAM. Call for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask for Dewey before this program runs out. MILLION DOLLAR LIQUIDATION!!! All display Models must go!!! Come and take a look.... Save thousands. New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 Check Out the For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 ;t Jefferson Post for Mobile Homes by APARTMENTS Local Dealers FOR SALE: RHA HEALTH "NEW" HORTON D/W SERVICES 1 time $9.50 with land, well, septic, is taking applications 2 times — $15.00 Brick, H/pump, 1485 for a Home Manager sq. ft. Call Tommy at position located in Copy along with 336-927-2788 Deep Gap, NC. payment have to be Responsibilities include in our office by NEW DEALERSHIP: supervising and these deadlines: New Generation coordinating activities Homes!! of approximately 26 Tues. paper No later Independently owned!! Direct Support Staff then -Fri. 9 am Save thousands!! and managing Fri. paper - No later We are not the same operations of a 15 bed then -Wed. 9 am as all the others!!! non-ambulatory Come and take a ICF/MR facility. Two inch space for look!!! Qualifications: at least the above costs. New Generation 2 years supervisory Homes experience, high 336-973-4462 290-Horses & school diploma, valid '93 Slnglewide Mobile driver's license, flexible Livestock Home 2 bedroom/1 work schedule and PLACE YOUR bath, Furnished. Ex­ experience supporting "LIVESTOCK FOR cellent Condition! In individuals with 40-Lost & Found SALE"ADS Ashe County, must be developmental FOR ONLY $ 3.50 moved. $10,000 Call Have you found an disabilities preferred. PER AD. (UP TO 20 704-938-2051 after animal or item? Have Qualified applicants WORDS). CALL 5:30pm GRUBB you lost a favorite pet can apply at CLASSIFIED DEPT. or item? Advertise it in LOGGING 176 Wildcat Road, ONE ONLY!!! AT 336-846-7164 the Jefferson Post for Deep Gap, NC 28618 Wants to buy large 1620 SQ ft. 28x64 FOR MORE FREE. Ad will run or call Double Wide. or small tracts of INFORMATION for 2 weeks. 828-262-5450 Thermopane windows, timber. ALSO: Call 846-7164 Your next big career 300diishwasher, 3 Land with or Call Geraidine at move starts right bedroom, 2 baths, Lost in the Scottville Miscellaneous without timber. here! delivered and setup for area on 3/12/07, a fe­ Call: Jim Grubb the Jefferson ONLY $ 49,995.00 BUYING OR male red hound mix 336-877-2330 Schwan's Home New Generation SELLING? answering to the name Service, Inc., Homes BANK ON THE of Zoey. She is wear­ WANTED TO BUY a leader in food sales 336-973-4462 JEFFERSON POST ing a flowered collar Small or Large 336-846-7164 CLASSIFIEDS. with an Ashe County and delivery for over 50 Tracts of Timber years, is seeking rabies tag. If found to list your For Sale: entrepreneurial Paying Top Dollar please call Karen at Bob Timberlake Artist individuals to join our Call 982-8154 336-982-8399 or 336business in our Proof, #74 of 75, growing team. and leave a 977-3935. Portrait of Zinnias. message. High Country $800. Customer Service Lost: Female Pekinese, Noritake China, Managers Red & Blonde. Missing 380-Trucks & Business Crestmont pattern, Route Sales from the Baldwin area 4x4s for Sale service for 8, $300. since March 9. Please Services Call 336- 982-5845 Schwan's Home call 877-5304 with any SHOPPING FOR A Service, Inc., information. 4X4? For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Directory!!! Can offer you: Keep Checking the Lost: Remington Power Shotgun Reloading PAID Training! Classified Ads. Nailer on 4-Lane Press, 12 GA. $75 Great BENEFITS! between Jefferson & Call 336-877-0159 West Jefferson. Lost Apply online at SKYLINE TELEPHONE on March 8th. Call www.schwansjobs.com. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading 877-7346 with any For questions call MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION Press, 20 GA. $75 information. (757) 538-8202 or Call 336-877-0159 STATEMENT OF NONDISCRIMINATION (888) 650-2775 Missing from West EOE View Terrace in West SkyLine Telephone Membership Corporation has filed with the Federal Jefferson on or around Government a Compliance Assurance in which it assures the Rural Utilities March 5, an 8 month 235-Christmas Service, an agency of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, that it will comply old long hair, blue/gray Trees fully with all requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, neutered male cat with long bushy tail. For Sale: Fraser Fir Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the Age Discrimination Answers to Smokey. Seedlings, 3-0's, bedAct of 1975, as amended, and the Rules and Regulations of the U. S. Department Reward offered for his of Agriculture issued thereunder, to the end that no person in the United States run. Also, have trans­ return. Call 982-2309 shall, on the ground of race, color, national origin, or on the basis of disability, plants. 276-579-7733 or 877-1102. be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination in the conduct of its program and the operation of its facilities. Under this Assurance, this organization is committed not to discriminate against any person on the ground of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, New River property for local Ashe County family. or on the basis of disability, in its policies and practices relating to applications for Prefer south fork of river or north fork close to service or any other policies and practices relating to treatment of beneficiaries and participants including rates, conditions, and extension of service, use of any town. If you own riverfront property and would of its facilities, attendance at and participation in any meetings or beneficiaries be willing to discuss selling 2-5 acres for a single and participants or the exercise of any rights of such beneficiaries and participants in the conduct of the operations of this organization. nicely built home that will be used for our family The person responsible for coordinating this organization's nondiscrimination on occasion, I would appreciate hearing from you. compliance efforts is John R. Dixon, Chief Executive Officer. Any person who believes himself, or any specific class of individuals, to be subjected by this Because my Dad is 8(1 years old, we are looking organization to discrimination prohibited by the statutes and regulations listed for a gentle grade to river. Can be either wooded above may, by himself or a representative, obtain further information from and/ or file a written complaint with the Secretary, U. S. Department of Agriculture, or pasture. This house will not he rented. We are Washington, D.C. 20250, or the Administrator, RuralUtilities Service, Washington, a small, quiet family wanting to enjoy the river D. C. 20250, or this organization, or all. Such complaint must be filed not later than 180 days after the alleged discrimination, or by such later date to which the and privacy as a retreat. If you have something to Secretary of Agriculture or the Rural Utilities Service extends the time for filing. talk about, please call Elliot @ 877-2291. Identity of complainants will be kept confidential except to the extent necessary to carry out the purposes of the Rules and Regulations. Special is an older : • Sll HOUSING FOR terrier mix female and THE ELDERLY 62+ is a special-needs dog. She lost her front left i 160 CHATTYROB LANE paw in an accident WEST JEFFERSON several years ago. NC 28694 She does fine with jf; her 3 remaining feet, ACCEPTING but other dogs tend to APPLICATIONS FOR pick on her because of FUTURE VACANCIES this disability. She is ONE BEDROOM an inside house dog Kir: APTS. J that is paper trained. *<' RANGE & She would really like a REFRIGERATOR house with a fenced in IN UNIT yard because she is RENT BASED ON not used to walking on INCOME a leash. WATER & SEWER Contact Robyn for INCLUDED IN RENT more info at alleahaHANDICAPPED IS ACCESSIBLE or 336-363-9187 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY 350-Wanted to FOR INFORMATION Buy Or Swap CALL 336-246-9791 Your source for news in Ashe County ami the High Countrij: The Jefferson Post Classifieds make "Cents' SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 Bedrooms 2 Bath Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 Being NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Georgia Louise Warden, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 896 West Brushy Fork, Zionville, NC 28698 on or before the 20th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. NUMBER ONE to is nothing celebrate. This year, more than 163,000 people will die from lung ' cancer-making it America's NUMBER ONE cancer killer. But new treatments offer hope. This the 14th day of March, 2007. 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. Join Lung Cancer Alliance in the fight against this disease. Sharon E. Walters Administratrix for the Estate of Georgia Louise Warden. lungcanceralliance.org WHO J ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS r 530-Lots & Acreage • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • f Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1115Professionals P FOR HIRE S Let me help yon Wytheville, Virginia t. to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. « 1-800-334-1203 m www.alliancetractortrailer.com I work. High-end quality at reasonable rales. No job tod big or too small. Therefore, eye strain. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email 'Jfgm "p/, Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 DID YOU KNOW? Our Classifieds reach everyone in the county? Let our Classified Ads '>-s' 1% Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eyewear to help prevent eye strain. go to work for you! The Vision Council of America recommends regular eye exams for you and your family to ensure healthy vision. Call us at 336-846-7164. www.checkyearly.com Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus "Cents make Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Dollars' WANTED: M -w. the latest deals on ASHE SENIOR VILLAGE 1195-Legals Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator Home Health Program Coordinator Hospice Weekend RN We offer an attractive salary /benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org E0£ �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MARC H 27, 2007 PAGE 9B COMMUNITY NEWS SBA made record loans last year The U.S. Small Business Administration made a record number of export loans in FY 2006 and surpassed the $1 billion mark for the first time in the history of the program. The SBA Office of Interna­ tional Trade reported 3,302 loans for $1.03 billion to small business exporters in FY 2006, doubling the number of export loans made in FY 2003. The dramatic increase in export lending reflects the general trend for SBA loan volume in FY 2006, which closed out a record year in its two most popular loan programs, 7(a) and 504. During the year, small businesses exported a record $375 billion, more than $1 billion a day, which means ex­ ports grew three times as fast as the overall economy. With exports growing faster than the economy as a whole, U.S. production is shifting to the export sector. This will contin­ ue to be an important source of growth and job creation for small business. As much as one-quarter of U.S. growth is now attributable to exports. Through its Export Assis­ tance Program, the SBA has played an important role in helping more small businesses grow and expand their export operations or break into the international trade game. Not only did the SBA set a record in export financing, it also: supported $2.1 billion in export sales; counseled and trained close to 10,000 small businesses; trained 2,853 export lend­ ers; initiated 30 Export Trade Assistance Partnership pro­ grams with 561 small busi­ ness participants; and co-guaranteed with the Export-Import Bank 14 small business export loans of up to $2 million. Through its Office of Inter­ national Trade, the SBA also is actively involved in the pro­ motion and support of inter­ national trade and economic policies of the United States as they relate to small busi­ ness. In that framework, the SBA has participated in nu­ merous global efforts, among them: initiating the SME Con­ gress of the Americas; providing expertise to the U. S. Trade Representative on small business issues in negotiations such as CAFTA, AGOA and the FTA with Thailand; providing trade linkages between U.S. and Mexican businesses under the Partner­ ship for Prosperity; participating in U.S. diplo­ matic efforts with many dif­ ferent countries, e.g. Egypt, Nigeria, Russia, to help them stimulate development and growth of their small business sectors; signing letters of intent on small business trade and de­ velopment with government agencies in China, Brazil, Mexico, Korea and India. These activities have re­ sulted in increased export opportunities for U.S. small businesses. Economic fore­ casters expect export growth to exceed general economic growth for years to come. SBA assistance to exporters will remain a key ingredient in fostering economic growth and job creation. For more information about all of the SBA's programs for small businesses, visit the SBA's Web site at http://www. sba.gov. Waterology program offered April 28 Young people can learn about the impact they have on the water in their communities during the 4-H Water­ ology program on Sat­ urday, April 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This program is "an Earth Day solution" for youth ages 9 and older at the Edwin H. McGee Center in North Wilkesboro. Three stations with hands-on activi­ ties will demonstrate to youth how they affect the water in their com­ munity, information on groundwater leaching and contamination, and conservation in daily ;lgg| living. Cost is free and snacks will be provided. Par­ ticipants should bring a bag lunch, water bottle, jacket and completed code of conduct, medical release form and media form. Transportation is provided for partici­ pants from Ashe, Yadkin and Surry counties. 4-H participants in Ashe County will be leaving the agricul­ tural service center in Jefferson at 8 a.m. and returning by 4:15 p.m. Registration deadline is April 13 at the Ashe of­ fice. For more informa­ tion, call 219-2650. I •^CONSTRUCTION LIEF EXCAVATING T & L CONSTRUCTION Residential & Commercial • • • • • • • Home Remodels New Construction Replacement Windows Tongue and Groove Hang & Finish Sheetrock Tile - Siding - Painting Decks and Much More ~—— ]WcmUfain Field (Excavating & Hauling No JOB Too SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers 'Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 \Mobile: 336-977-1312/ Total Lawn Care nsrHOMfc REPAIRS < Appleseed Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. DR LAWN CARE Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" GRASS CUTTING AND TRIMMING BUSHHOGGING n n SMALL BACKHOE BBB FREE ESTIMATES R~ M EMMII JG™ Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and Call me for any project! Surrounding Counties FREE ESTIMATES!! North Wilkesboro TERRY SAUNDERS 336-877-1014 \ T J AND K HOME IMPROVKMW Thomas Reed - Owner Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-246-3434 ROOP'S ROOFING ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs 2<V Years Experience Licensed in North Carolina \ YA Install roofing of all kinds Roof Painting Insured & ALL Work Guaranteed 982-3335 < p MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner Residential Pick up Service $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick-up Service Available DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" 4 C ^ c J, L u c ! ftoone Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! Shepherd Masonry, Inc. Commercial & Residential Masonry is now offering POURED WALLS ' Business Cards • Brochures • Camera Ready Ads Deb HoldcrCainc 336.977 2113 Mark Shepherd Masonry Const, Inc. Grading Co., Inc. No Job Too Small or Too Large! ALL TYPES OF GRADING Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Land Clearing • Road Building ^Septic Systems • Basements • Footers isr MASONRY • Logos G RAD m< 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 LICENSED & INSURED FREEESTMATES Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 £e||. 828-773-6736 «sr ROIOOELIA'G/CARPOTRY OOI S OIV WHEELS RJ CAINE • Remodel Jobs • Deeks ' Additions 336-977-2112 • Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4332 1 �- TUESDAY, MARCH 27, 2007 AGE JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Don't let scammers fool you with bad checks by Roy Cooper N.C. Attorney General Special to the Post "The check is in the mail." But it the check comes with a promise that you've won a sweepstakes or overseas lot­ tery, cashing it could end up costing you hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Counterfeit check scams can start with a letter, a call from a telemarketer or even a response to something you've posted online, like a resume or an item for sale. Along with the announcement that you've just won an unexpected prize of as much as $950,000 in recent mailings, you get a counterfeit check that's sup­ posed to include taxes and fees before you can receive your prize. Consumers are instructed to deposit the very legitimate looking check into their bank account, then wire Post file photo Roy Cooper the money back to the sweep­ stakes in order to get your large award. After you send the money, the check turns out to be a fake—but the scammer already has your money. While scams similar to this one have been popular with international fraud rings for years, advances in printing technology mean that crooks can now make very convinc­ ing counterfeit checks. Some of these scammers even send along fraud warnings and con­ sumer protection brochures to make their phony checks more believable. Even banks have a hard time spotting these fakes because scammers of­ ten use the name and account number of a legitimate com­ pany. It can take weeks for the check to be discovered as a fraud, usually not until the real company named on the fake check spots it as a coun­ terfeit. Some of these scammers also ask consumers for sensi­ tive financial information to "verify" their winnings and then use the information to commit identity theft. Another version of the counterfeit check scam in­ volves the Internet. Scam­ mers respond to people who've posted items for sale on legiti­ mate websites such as Ebay and Craig's List. The scam­ mer claims to be interested in buying the item, then sends a certified check for more than the purchase price and asks the seller to wire back the extra money. Consumers who fall for this scam cash the check and wire the funds from their bank account, only to find out later that the check was a fake. In the past year my office has heard from hundreds of North Carolinians about coun­ terfeit checks. Sometimes we're able to help consumers before they become a victim. For example, last year, a wom­ an in western North Carolina almost wired $30,000 to scam­ mers in Holland who had sent The Foxx Report by Rep. Virginia Foxx U.S. House Special to the Post As a former teacher and administrator, I truly value my visits to schools in the Fifth District. The exchanges with students, teachers and administrators continue to be educational for me. Student questions are often unique and my hope is to encourage their interest in national is­ sues and help them become more involved. Teachers and administrators often make comments about No Child Left Behind (NCLB). The com­ ments range from suggesting that NCLB be done away with entirely to frustrations with specific regulations. The most practical solution seems U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx to be amending the current legislation, thereby making it tion, with a focus on the rela­ more responsive to the needs tionship between poverty and low educational achievement. of students and teachers. The federal government The ESEA was signed into created a major role for it­ law by President Johnson on self in K-12 education when April 11,1965. Congress is preparing to Congress passed the origi­ nal Elementary and Second­ discuss the ninth reautho­ ary Education Act (ESEA) rization of ESEA, now re­ in 1965. NCLB was simply named NCLB. The Secretary the eighth reauthorization of Education, Margaret Spell­ of the ESEA. The purpose of ings, recently published her the original ESEA was to im­ proposed changes to the cur­ prove educational quality and rent legislation. As a member educational opportunities in of the House Committee on elementary and secondary Education and Labor, it is im­ schools throughout the na- portant for me to hear first- hand what educators believe is working and is not working before the committee begins to work on any details of or changes to the bill. The President's Day dis­ trict work period gave me the opportunity to spend time in several schools across the Fifth District as well as hold a roundtable on NCLB in For­ syth County. The roundtable was a great opportunity for me to hear from Superintendents, Board of Education mem­ bers, principals and teachers from across the district about their concerns with NCLB and their recommendations for program improvements. The Deputy Chief of Staff in the Department of Education along with a member of the Education and Labor Com­ mittee staff also participated in the roundtable to offer a federal perspective to the dis­ cussion. I appreciate all those who participated, with spe­ cial thanks to Dr. Don Martin and the staff of the WinstonSalem Forsyth County school system for their help in mak­ ing the roundtable possible. My focus will always be on representing the opinions of the people of the Fifth Dis­ trict in the policy debates in Washington. The roundtable was an excellent opportunity for me and Secretary Spell­ ings to hear how NCLB is di­ rectly affecting the students and teachers of the Fifth District. It equipped me with recommendations and feed­ back from constituents as the Education and Labor Com­ mittee prepares to debate and markup any reauthorization language. I continue to be­ lieve that you - not bureau­ crats in Washington - know what is best for students in North Carolina, and I will be presenting those common sense recommendations to the President, Secretary, and the Chair of the Committee. Editor's Note: Virginia Foxx is a United States Rep­ resentative from North Car­ olina's Fifth Congressional District. You may contact her office toll free at 1-866-6778968 or e-mail her from her website, www.foxx.house.gov. her counterfeit checks. Fortu­ nately her bank caught onto the scam and persuaded her to call my office instead. But not all consumers are so lucky. Unfortunately, these scam artists' fake checks sometimes find real victims in North Carolina who lose thousands of dollars. Here are some warning signs that the check you got in the mail is a fake: • You've been told that you've won a lottery called "El Mundo," "El Gordo" or from a foreign country such as Cana­ da, Costa Rica or Australia. • You're told to wire, send, or ship money immediately to a large U.S. city or abroad, es­ pecially to England, Canada, or Nigeria. • You've posted an item for sale online and receive a check for more than your ask­ ing price. • You're told that you can receive a commission for transferring money through your account. • You get an email or tele­ phone request to confirm, up­ date or provide your personal account information. We want to stop these scammers from getting their hands on your money. No legitimate sweepstakes or lottery operates this way. It's illegal in most places, includ­ ing North Carolina, to require purchases or the payment of fees and taxes in advance in order to receive a prize. If you receive what looks likes a counterfeit check or get a call or letter claiming that you've won a phony lot­ tery, don't respond. Instead, report the scam to the Attor­ ney General's Office by calling 1-877-5-NO-SCAM toll-free within North Carolina. My office is working with law enforcement across the country and around the world to investigate lottery fraud rings, and we're also working to raise consumers' and bank employees' awareness about these scams. Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and his staff are on the lookout for scams that seek to rob unsuspecting North Caro­ linians. We are here to be of service when you need us, but through consumer education efforts like these columns we hope to help consumers avoid problems from the start. Dedicated expertise for your unique situation. 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For more info, contact severtstrees@skybest.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 25 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 22 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-11-09 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/2b7c4e9a6c2c0b539349eda3497561f1.pdf f62de190f91cb4a5f6e57d69448becea PDF Text Text The Huskies' Baseball and Softball teams conference play this evening by traveling to East Bend to compete against the Falcons of Forbush High School JV Baseball begins at 4:30 p.m. Varsity at 7:30 p.m. JV Softball begins at 5 p.m. Varsity at 7 p.m. The Women's Soccer team host the East Wilkes Cardinals beginning at 6 p.m. week in Husky sports Tennis team dominates in two matches by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Huskies Men's Tennis team continues to have an impressive and successful season as they won another two matches. The Huskies claimed another conference victory last Thursday when they dominated over the Vikings from North Wilkes with a 7-2 victory. The Huskies added another tally in the win column when they defeated the Oak Hill Warriors on Tuesday with an impressive 9-0 win. The Huskies traveled to Photo by Michael Graybeal Chase Smith places a serve In play during his 6-0 6-0 sweep of his opponent during the Tuesday exhibition match with the Oak Hill Warriors. North Wilkes High School last Thursday to face the Vikings in a conference showdown. The Huskies were able to claim the easy 7-2 victory to continue their run for the conference championship.The Huskies claimed victories in five of the singles matches and two of the doubles matches. In single competition, Aaron Jones, Jake Giles, Will Krider, Ricky Pelton, and Chase Smith each were able to defeat their opponent. Krider then joined with Pelton, and Lyall joined with Smith to claim two doubles victories for the Huskies to seal the victory. Single competition results: #1 seed: Aaron Jones (Ashe County) defeated Nathan Poteat (North Wilkes) 6-2 3-6 8-6; #2 seed: Jake Giles (Ashe County) defeated Cody Poplin (North Wilkes) 7-5 61; #3 seed: Will Krider (Ashe County) defeated Ethan Foster (North Wilkes) 6-1 6-2; #4 seed: Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Anthony Arrojo (North Wilkes) 6-4 6-1; #5 seed: Jared Brown (North Wilkes) defeated Chris Lyall (Ashe County) 6-4 2-6 7-5; #6 seed: Chase Smith (Ashe County) defeated Seth Byrd. Doubles competition results: Nathan Poteat/ Cody Poplin (North Wilkes) Photo by Michael Graybeal Ricky Pelton rears back to serve a powerful shot during his 6-2 6-0 victory over his Oak Hill opponent on Tuesday evening. defeated Aaron Jones/ Jake Giles (Ashe County) 8-4; Will Krider/ Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Phillip Wyatt/ Jonathon Benton (North Wilkes) 8-6; Chris Lyall/ Chase Smith (Ashe County) defeated Ali Mendez/ Eric Pruitt (North Wilkes) 80. The Huskies next match allowed the team to host the Oak Hill Warriors in a friendly exhibition match on Tuesday evening. The Huskies claimed another victory after they shutout the Warriors with a final team score of 9-0. Single competition results: #1 seed: Aaron Jones (Ashe County) defeated David Hawkins (Oak Hill) 6-1 6- 4; #2 seed: Jake Giles (Ashe County) defeated Mun Seok Choi (Oak Hill) 6-0 6-1; #3 seed: Will Krider (Ashe County) defeated Jamal Lawson (Oak Hill) 6-0 6-0; #4 seed: Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Paul Helvey (Oak Hill) 6-2 6-0; #5 seed: Chris Lyall (Ashe County) defeated Andrew Veerman (Oak Hill) 6-0 6-1; #6 seed: Chase Smith (Ashe County) defeated Seotto Lee (Oak Hill) 6-0 6-0. The Huskies also swept the Warriors in doubles competition also by winning all three matches. Double competition results: Will Krider/ Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated David Hawkins/ Mun Seok Choi (Oak Hill) 8-2; Chris Lyall/ Chase Smith (Ashe County) defeated Jamal Lawson/ Paul Helvey (Oak Hill) 8-1; Jason Dunphy/ Alex Wolfe (Ashe County) defeated Andrew Veerman/ Seotto Lee (Oak Hill) 8-0. In exhibition matches, Justin Miller, Alex Graybeal, Nathan Greene and John Wooten also won for the Huskies. The tennis team will return to action next Tuesday when they host the Wilkes Central Eagles for their next conference match. ties in non-conference game by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The varsity women's soccer team hosted a non-conference game Monday evening when the Blackhawks from West Wilkes traveled up highway 16 for a game against the Huskies. The Huskies had the lead for the majority of the game, but the Blackhawks battled back and forced the 1-1 tie at the end of regulation. The Huskies opened the game meaning business and quickly left their mark on the Blackhawks. Brandy Houser scored a goal for the Huskies in the first ten minutes of the game to give the Huskies a 1-0 lead early in the game. The Huskies continued to attack at the Blackhawks' goal despite possessing the one-goal lead, but all the Huskies' shots were denied by the Blackhawks' goalkeeper. Following a back-and-forth first half, with each team attacking, the Huskies still possessed a 1-0 lead at halftime. At the start of the second half, the Blackhawks came out strong and made an early run at the Huskies' goal. The Huskies' defense played tough and denied the Blackhawks' run to still possess the 1-0 lead. The Huskies mounted a counter attack and made a run down the field and a shot by Brandy Houser looked promising, but narrowly missed the net as *3 Photo by Michael Graybeal BeLynda Price crosses the ball into the box from the side­ line for an attempted shot on goal. Photo by Michael Graybeal Brandy Houser takes a shot on goal during the Huskies' 1-1 tie with the West Wilkes Black­ hawks on Monday evening. the ball went out of bounds to return to possession to the Blackhawks. The Blackhawks evened the score on their next possession when a powerful shot was deflected off of a player and found it's way into the back of the Huskies' net to even the score at 1-1 with 26 minutes remaining in the game. Neither team could gain an advantage during the final minutes of the game, and following the extensive stoppage time allowed by the referee, the Huskies and Blackhawks ended the game tied at 1-1. Brandy Houser recorded the lone goal for the Huskies and was the leading shot taker with five shots. Shelly Barker and Ashton Little followed with two shots each, and Lorna Vega and Nancy Jones followed with one shot each to round out the Huskies offensive attacks. Christina Cole had eight saves and let one ball score as the Huskies' goalkeeper. The Huskies will return to action tonight when they host the Cardinals from East Wilkes in another nonconference game. Photo by Michael Graybeal Nancy Jones takes a free kick and places the ball over the defensive wall for a shot on goal but narrowly missed the shot wide. Baseball claims big; win by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The varsity men's baseball team took a break from conference play this week and hosted a nonconference match-up with their neighboring county Alleghany Trojans. The Huskies claimed the easy victory with a mammoth 111 short game victory. Due to the ten-run mercy rule, the game was concluded during the middle of the sixth inning to name the Huskies as the winners. The Trojans opened up the game by making a quick statement by hitting backto-back singles. The Trojans were able to score one-run off the singles to take a 1-0 lead at the middle of the first inning. The Huskies were not frightened and when they entered into the bottom half of the first they quickly cut the one-run Trojan' lead and converted it to a six-run Husky' lead by accumulating a spectacular seven runs in the first inning of the game. The Huskies defense proved to be too tough for the Trojans for the remainder of the game and prevented them from scoring another run. The intense and tough defense for the Huskies created momentum for their offense and simply created more runs for the team. The momentum allowed the Huskies to advance closer to the ten-run rule by knocking in another run during the third inning to give the team their eighth run of the game as they took the 8-1 lead. The Huskies' offense again was productive in the fifth inning as they were able to score three more runs to create the ten-run margin in the scores and concluded the game in short innings with the 11-1 victory. Keaton Mash was the winning pitcher for the Huskies, as he pitched five innings and threw a total pitch count of 86 pitches. Mash was able to place 57 of these pitches in the catcher's mitt for called strikes and retired ten batters on strikes. The Trojans were able to get on base with seven hits, but the Huskies over powered the Trojans with a team total of 15 hits in five innings. The Huskies' offense was led by four players who accumulated two hits apiece. Dustin Absher, Kyle Guyton, Keaton Mash, and Darron Dotson each had two hits and scored two runs each to count for eight of the team's runs. Phillip Walters, Luke Dotson, and Jake Miller also had two hits apiece and scored a run each to tally the final three runs for the team for a total of eleven runs and fifteen hits. • The baseball team will return to action tonight when they travel to Forbush High School to battle the Falcons in a conference match-up. Photo by Michael Graybeal Josh Ferguson digs in at the plate while waiting on the pitch during the Huskies' 11-1 vic­ tory over the Trojans from Alleghany. �FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Bowling league Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) New River Archery, 88,20 2) Mike's Mufflers, 81.5,26.5 3) VA. Carolina Cone, 66.5,41.5 4) W.J. Chevrolet, 63,45 5) State Drywall, 62,46 6) T&L Construction, 56.5, 51.5 7) The Powerstroke, 53, 55 8) Mixed Attitudes, 51,57 9) Little's Health, 50, 58 10) Beaver Creek Gro., 32, 76 11) Winner's Circle, 22, 86 12) M&D Family Rolle., 19.5, 88.5 Men Top Scores Scratch Game 246 234 233 Scratch Series 629 627 591 Handicap Game 268 248 238 Handicap Series Kyle Denny 695 672 654 30 Independence Lumber AEV/MO's Boots Independence Lumber 23 Derrick Eller 26 David Bowers 16 Dustin Farmer 28 AEV/ Mo's Boots Matt Peters 17 Derrick Roark 14 Hank Clay 17 Danny Jones 8 76 Big Dave's Auto 196 170 169 Teena Little Jamie Taylor Cindy Malafronti AEV/MO's Boots Ashe Chiropractic AEV/ Mo's Boots 102 66 481 472 462 Cindy Malafronti Jamie Taylor Linda Jarman 246 218 214 Teena Little Jamie Taylor Linda Jarman Jamie Taylor Linda Jarman Penny Daniels 616 612 596 Dusty Farmer 19 Andy Elliott Handicap Series Matt Treva Mike Leserra Clarence Roten 87 Jeremy Osborne Handicap Game Matt Treva Mike Leserra Clarence Roten March 28, 2007 Jefferson Post Big Dave's Auto Jefferson Post Scratch Series Man Treva Mike Leserra Clarence Roten Semi-Finals of Tournament March 27, 2007 Women Top Scores Scratch Game Matt Treva Donnie Hadley Mike Leserra Men's Industrial League Basketball Second Round of Tournament Week 27 of 32 Ashe County Parks and Recreation Men's Industrial League Basketball From 3/20/2007 Ashe County Parks and Recreation 18 11 Individual High Averages Eric Miller 8 New River Motors Midtown Motors/Jefferson Appliance New River Motors From 3/15/2007 Week 26 of 32 Steven Phillips 1) Radio Hill Sales, 87.5, 16.5 2) United Chemicon, 68, 36 3) WJ Chevrolet, 68, 36 4) Cardinal Lanes, 67, 38 5) Winner's Circle, 63,41 6) Mikes Community, 45, 59 7) Bill's Garage, 41,63 8) The Nose Pin Zone, 37,67 9) Church's Constru., 32.5, 71.5 Andy Johnson 222 219 212 595 544 542 Scott Stevens Noah Wyatt Elmer Eldreth Handicap Game 262 242 239 Handicap Series 664 662 643 Penny Daniels Sue Friley Iva Miller 177 169 160 Penny Daniels lva Miller Sue Friley 470 454 452 229 225 203 Penny Daniels Sue Friley Iva Miller Penny Daniels Sue Friley Iva Miller 626 620 583 Individual High Averages Individual High Averages James Ham Mike Leserra Scott Stevens Cindy Malafronti 157.40 Iva Miller 149.85 CindceAloia 142.54 182.35 181.95 173.45 Registration will end on April 6. Team Rosters may have First Round of Tournament Handicap Series Scott Stevens Elmer Eldreth Thomas Kitson Ashe County Parks and Recreation will begin registration Men's Industrial League Basketball Handicap Game Elmer Eldreth Scott Stevens Thomas Kitson 15 Ashe County Parks and Recreation Scratch Series Scratch Series Women's Industrial Basketball League 20 Justin Darnell Scratch Game Elmer Eldreth Scott Stevens Noah Wyatt 19 Midtown Motors/ Jefferson Appliance Top Scores- Women Top Scores- Men Scratch Game Look for results in Tuesday's paper!!! 26 Tim Miller Place) Team Name, Pts Won, Lost for the Women's Industrial League Basketball March 20th. as many as 15 people and players must be 16 years of age to play. Games will be played on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. Team fees will be $250. Call March 26, 2007 Ashe County Parks and Recreation at 982-6185 for more information. Ashe County Builders Wood's Plumbing Ashe County Builders Terry Miller For All Your Golf, Work 6 Utility Needs 22 Nathan Barker 12 Eric Miller 12 Wood's Plumbing Scott Patrick Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. 30 Bat Hilliard 15 310 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 brgcuvi@carlhlink.net Ashe Chiropractic Gates/Current Chiropractic Ashe Chiropractic John Spagnolo Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment 19 Alex Rollins 17 From 3/13/2007 Joey Pollard David Bowers NASCAR 17 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) New River Archery, 84, 20 2) Mike's Mufflers, 77.5, 26.5 3) VA. Carolina Cone, 63.5, 40.5 4) W.J. Chevrolet, 60, 44 5) State Drywall, 59, 45 6) T&L Construction, 52.5, 51.5 7) The Powerstroke, 52, 52 8) Mixed Attitudes, 51, 53 9) Little's Health. 49, 55 10) Beaver Creek Gro., 32, 72 11) Winner's Circle, 22, 82 12) M&D Family Rolle., 18.5, 85.5 Jefferson Post Gates/ Current Chiropractic Week 26 of 32 12 Vinnie Corona Jerome Greer Dominick Leserra 257 246 233 Scratch Series Vinnie Corona Jerome Greer Clarence Roten Garvey Pennington TJ Lemly average speed of 81.969 mph with a guess of 82 mph. Thank you for all of your entries! 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But the tricky part for everyone is that buyers are often also the sellers and typically depend on selling their existing home to buy a new one. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), consumers can buy and sell in a soft market and still come out ahead. "Whatever you've heard to the contrary, soft markets are not dead markets. People are selling houses successfully every day - over 6 million resales this year alone, the third highest annual resale total in American real estate history," says Kenneth R. Harney, a nationally syndicated real estate columnist. "To begin with, you've got to understand that while it may be a difficult time for sellers right now, it's a great time for buyers. And many consumers happen to be both." Despite a current buyer's market, a move may not be in your future. Certainly, you're not alone. The remodeling market is booming as well as homeowners increasingly opt to upgrade their homes and remain in their familiar neighborhood. Remodeling spending surpassed $200 billion for the first time in 2005 and is expected to lead the residential construction industry in growth over the next decade, according to NAHB. Whether you're buying, selling or staying put, there are many factors to consider to help make sure your new or existing home performs at its best. Pella Windows and Doors offers these considerations when working with a window or door expert in making buying decisions for your new home, renovation project or as you get ready to sell your home: Increased energy efficiency is key - Windows and doors should increase the comfort in a home. Energy-efficient quality double or triple-pane windows (wood, fiberglass or vinyl) and doors help keep the home warmer in the winter and cooler during the summer. A sign to look for in quality windows and doors is ENERGY STAR, symbolizing the most energy-efficient products. Also be sure to read the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) label for more details on product performance. Other key ingredients for energy-efficient windows are low-emissivity (Low-E) coatings, inert gas fill, multiple layers of glass, air infiltration prevention and insist on proper installation. Breathe easier while cutting utility bills - In warm weather, opening operating windows reduces dependency on air conditioning to help lower utility bills while filling the home with fresh air. Using windows for ventilation also helps prevent overheating caused by direct sunlight. Increased home value potential - Adding quality windows and doors to a new home or replacement or remodeling project can positively affect your home's value. Windows and doors are seen from both the interior and exterior of the home and positively impact the all-important curb appeal. Plus you may qualify for U.S. tax credits on next year's tax return. Check with your local utility company, as many offer rebates for replacing old windows and doors with more energyefficient options. Proper installation - Pella offers a step-by-step installation process to help make the installation job easier and to provide years of enjoyment from quality windows and doors. These steps include: * Inspecting new products and preparing them and the home for installation * Protecting the work area by Kitchen Updates Worth Every Penny Mid-range Kitchen Remodels Reap the Rewards for Enjoyment and Resale In today's buyer's market many homeowners are hesitant to put the "for sale" sign in the front yard — even if they are not happy with their current home. Instead, wise homeowners arc sinking their dollars into remodeling — to increase their homes' values and their own enjoyment. When it comes to remodeling projects that yield high returns, kitchens and bathrooms are king! According to Remodeling magazine's Cost vs. Value report, a mid-range kitchen remodel ($45,000) will recoup approximately 91 percent of the costs, while an upscale kitchen remodel ($82,000) will recoup about 85 percent. While this may give you sticker shock, the benefits are priceless, yielding an enjoyable, updated area for your family - and future families to enjoy. What indulgences should you include? For the best return on investment, "Remodeling" magazine recommends these upgrades for a mid-range kitchen remodel. Cabinets ($ 10,000- 15,000) Semi-custom cabinetry offers you the flexibility to design the kitchen of your dreams, while maintaining an affordable cost. Manufacturers, such as HorneCrest cabinetry offer a wide selection of woods and designs for any kitchen size or style. For added convenience add a kitchen island, which is also a popular selling point in the kitchen. Plus it'll provide an enjoyable open food prep station or seating area. Countertops ($3,000 - 4,000) Laminate countertops used to be the only affordable choice, since solid surface options, like marble or granite, were more expensive. Now options such as Corian or Hi-Macs, provide an affordable, upscale look. You can choose from a variety of patterns or colors to fit every style and budget. Plus, they offer added durability and easy installation -- key benefits for any remodeling project. Stainless Steel Sink and Upscale Faucet ($800- 1,500) "It's all about smart innovation," says Judy Riley, Moen Incorporated's vice president of design. "In today's fast-paced world, homeowners want to add amenities that are not only fashionable, but functional as well." For a stylish and functional faucet, try a pullout version. Moen offers a variety of designs, including the new Medora faucet. an elegant single-hole, singlehandle high arc pullout kitchen faucet. With its variety of finishes, including Stainless Steel or dramatic Matte Black, it meets most style demands, and features an economically designed pullout wand with a variety of water flow patterns for convenience at the sink. Speaking of the sink, "undermount sinks, which complement solid surface countertops, are a "must-have" in the kitchen," says Riley. "They offer an upscale, seamless look and are easy to clean since there are no edges to catch crumbs." Moen's new Camelot undermount stainless steel sinks, available in four bowl configurations, blend quality and value to allow you to achieve an upscale look at an affordable price. Appliances ($5,000 - 7,000) Choosing energy-efficient appliances increases the functionality and aesthetics of the kitchen while decreasing your overall energy costs. Plus they arc a great selling feature. Visit www. cnergystar.com for listings of energy-efficient models. Energy Star-rated refrigerators use 15 percent less energy than thecurrent federal standards, while Energy Star dishwashers use 41 percent less energy. To round out your purchase, add an in-wall oven, a flush-mount ceramic range and an over-range microwave oven. Choose matching finishes on all appliances for a high-end look. Custom Lighting ($2,000 3,000) Gone arc the days of the lone overhead fluorescent light fixture. Today, custom lighting adds ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS rn HERE ON FRIDAYS! 2 Columns x 3 Inches ONLY *20.69 I * Call or come by and see Geraldine about this GREAT DEAL! 336.846.7164 Minimum One Month Commitment 2r real estate or related businesses ^n Real Estate pages ONLY *Per Run functionality and warmth to your kitchen. Choose a beautiful chandelier over the dining area for a decorative element. Install hidden, recessed cans in the center of the room to create ambient light. Hanging pendant lamps is an ideal way to beautifully illuminate task areas. Resilient Flooring ($2,500 -4,000) Like the name suggests, resilient flooring is a musthave for busy kitchens, withstanding foot traffic and food spills. Plus, today's choices include a broad range of style, color and performance options to meet your needs and budget. Low price may not mean lower quality, but less style choices or shorter warranties. Expect to pay more for sophisticated styling, like those that mirror the look of ceramic tile or wood, but they will also have better damage resistance and stronger warranties. Paint and Stain ($200-300) Unfortunately, there isn't a onetype-fits-all paint. For the walls, use a latex primer to create a perfect canvas. Next, choose a high-quality washable latex paint so you can easily wash away any food splashes and stains. For wood trim you have two choices: paint or stain. If staining, be sure to test the color to create a close match to your kitchen cabinets for a cohesive look. If painting your trim, choose a high-gloss paint to set it apart from the walls. So when it comes time to remodel your kitchen, remember smart innovation will pay off. In addition to the enjoyment that it will provide you, it'll also reduce your energy bills and increase your home's value when it comes time to sell. For more information about Moen's kitchen products, visit www.moen.com or call (800) BUY-MOEN. Courtesy of ARAcontent Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI Mt. 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TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21hcritagerealty.com Main Street Discount •Toile Curtains •Tablecloths •Jabot Sets •Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match • Large Variety of Curtains • Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads # Comforters 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM Installation of prefinished & unfinished floors Shoemold Treads & Risers Hand Board Samples Available New Const. & Existing Homes 14 years experience Free Estimates Fully Insured JORDAN HARDWOOD FLOORING 166 Oak Grove Circle • Jefferson, NC 336-846-1624 �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST April Fool's Day, or All Fool's Day, is a holiday that has been observed during the first of April for centuries. Most historians believe that April Fool's Day, as we know it, began in France in the 1580 s. April Fool's Day is called Poisson'd Avril, in French, and means April Fish. This name came from the April fool's tradition of pinning a picture of a fish on someone's back and waiting for them to find it. When the "fool" realizes it has paper on his back, everyone yells Poisson'd Avril! In Ancient Rome, the festival of Hilaria celebrated the god Attis, and was said to be called the "Roman laughing day". It was celebrated in the beginning of April, and is still observed today. In India, the ancient Hindu culture celebrates the Holi festival in honor of the first of spring. Jokes were among one of the activities of the Holi Festival. During the Holi festival, people smeared different colors on each other as another tradition. There is no doubt that the beginning of spring in many cultures is a time of laughter, merriment, and celebration. Today, in Scotland April Fool's are called April Gowks, and in England an April fool is called a Noodle! When playing your April Fool's Day pranks, always remember that they should be pleasant and good natured for everyone, especially the person that is getting fooled! The invention of the April Fool's Day holiday came by accident in the 1580's. The /i? calendar system used in the early 1580's was called the Julian calendar, which marked April 1st as the beginning of the year. Many cultures around the world celebrated this event with week long celebrations. The Julian year started in April to coincide with the Vernal Equinox and the first day of spring. In 1582, the ruler ofl France, Charles IX introduced a new Gregorian calendar, named after Pope Gregory XIII, in which the year began on January 1st. After the change of the calendar many people did not hear about the adjustments. In the 1500's, it took a long time for news to travel around, including the news of the new calendar. Many people were unaware of the change and still celebrated the New Year on April 1st ^ These were the original April Fool's! Many people who were unaware of the calendar change were invited to nonexistent parties, or were sent on fools errands that led nowhere. These were the original April Fool's Day pranks! Find the words hidden below. Q K V U M B G E P P V B X I C C Y N J K R V W J U H S V P K J E Y V W N R M T D G E B C 0 A L F 0 U D U I K W O G S L C K Q H Z M Words: Hilaria Holi Jokes Julian Calendar Noodle Poisson'd Avril Pranks I H M O T S Q M Q X F R B V M Q N H t s A r l F o ' P y Otmamwd pi o li a Solve the puzzle with the clues given. J* 1M a ••El3 M 0 nl W ••••• P D ~ LL ao •DDE? W • DHQD d Bow IsPrank!H+AprU Fool's Addition+| r • • • n • ~n • I h MDHNONA9UJXOnOSlONHI X 3 INOUOOAOili 3*3 33HArHA8A»Adf f 8I* 0<N* 03H 105)33081H f fflVlOA 7 M'V'YM A 7 A T X 1A I X A za 2 A A It & x|l XN A d I H I Solve the addition equations below. Playing jokes and pranks on April Fool's Day can be alot of fun for all people involved on one. But it is very important to always remember a few key things: Never do a prank where someone may get hurt! And always think about a person's feelings before pulling a prank! Hurting others is no fun and not even funny at all! This ensures that April Fool's Day is fun for all. Read to see how you can pull a prank like the one below! C D M T C H E All Fool's Day G April Fish B April Fool's Day X Attis 0 Festivals K France O Gowks V Gregorian Calendar aos ox OHO n dA N3X 3 DO 3 303 * *? 0(0 6 MX x iTnsr s n o io d 01V 0 3 X 38 3 HX W d O M A A Z tyiy\ ol&'e irxdi/OOHdie ns hn^/i d i o n a OWA B» A i i o r n a o o i x T7T3 You will need: newspaper, tape, and a stepstool or I ladder. (Make sure you ask an adult for help!) First: Choose a door that you know will be used ^ Then: Tape paper to the opposite side of the entire door. Make sure you are on the correct side! Next: Close the door and wait for the prank! I * , Hi X X I 3 33 £3 8 3 H Z X 8 M 0»MI S 98 Yi 0A XD DOWN GLUES 1. Calendar year that begins in January. 4. Indian festival honoring the start of spring. 5. Roman festival honoring •• the god Attis. M 7. April Fool's Day was most likely started here. • 9. Holiday held on April 1st. 1. In Scotland an April Fool is called what? . Poisson'd Avril means what? 3. In England an April Fool is called what? 6. Calendar year that began in April. 8. Many of these are pulled on April first A Speeded Thank Yon To All Onr Sponsors! We Build Your Home The Way You Want It H()MES \tllj REGENCY PROPERTIES I Residential, Land & Commercial Sales www.classichomeshc.cflm Intersection of US 2214 NC 163 -1620 NC163-E .. 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Sponsored by a grant from the Ashe County Arts Council, with matching funds from the Friends of the Library. Call 846-2041 for more information. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students: they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Saturday March 31 7 a.m.: Inside yard and bake sale at Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene, off Bare street, across from West Jefferson Park. 7 a.m.-1 p.m. First sale of the season. Many many good items to be sold at a good prices. All proceeds will go towards the purchase of cabinets in the fellowship hall. 12 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will hold their annual Easter egg hunt at the Mountain View Lodge in Glendale Springs this year on Saturday, March 31. The youth will be providing an egg hunt for the kids. Lunch will be served. If you need a ride please call the church at 2463820 or 846-1567 as they will taking the church vans to the Lodge. Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7:00 with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 1 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute will be sponsor­ ing a free showing of 'An Inconvenient Truth' at Ashe County Library on Saturday, March 31 at 1 p.m. in West Jefferson. There will also be opportunity for discussion as well as sign ups for a brand new four-session Global Warming course they will be offering in the weeks and months to fol­ low. This is a free program, open to the public. For addi­ tional information, please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. 7 p.m.: Singing featuring "Still Blessed'' at Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood. Everyone is invited to attend 7 p.m.: 66th OldTime Fiddlers and Blue Grass Convention This big event featuring "Music like it was meant to be," and a lot of it will be held in the Roland R. Morgan Auditorium at the High School in Mooresville. Old time and bluegrass bands pull out the fiddles, banjos, mando­ lins, guitars and dobros and set the toes to tapping. The com­ petition of some 30 or more bands is hot and so are the tunes, but one thing is for sure, no matter who takes home the prize money, ribbons and tro­ phies, the spectators are the real winners. The Mooresville Lions will be able to seat 1,500 or more people comfortably, will have the best sound sys­ tems and ample parking space. Grand old times are created when folks get together and join in the music making during the oldest continuous running fiddlers' convention in North Carolina. The auditorium fills with the sounds of bluegrass music and toe-tapping fiddling, which brings in bands from the Carolinas, Virginia, Georgia and Tennessee. Door Prize is a Blueridge Guitar compliments of Mullis Music Co. For additional information con­ tact Bob Lineberger, Director, at 1242 Mecklenburg Hwy. Mooresville, N.C. 28115 (704) 663-1586. 7 p.m.: The Choir and musi­ cians of Pine Swamp Baptist Church in Idlewild are having an evening of song and music. We would love to have you share this time of worship with us. Rev. Garrett Mahaffey is pastor. 7 p.m.: Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, March 25 31. Rev. Ronnie Blevins, pas­ tor of Trinity Baptist Church of Abington Va. will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly pres­ ents Catfish Moon. Evening shows will be held March 29, 30, and 31, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. A Sunday mati­ nee will be offered on April 1, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students: they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS Sunday April 1 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will meet March 23 through 25 and March 30 through April 1 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. Classes will be held at the Wilkes cam­ pus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. Pre-Registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 8386166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210 11 a.m.: Arlene Bare and Jerelee Whittington will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 10 a.m.:The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion's Easter Service: Palm Sunday: St. Mary's 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at the home of Julia Rodgers Call 385-6531 for directions. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Little Theatre proudly presents Catfish Moon Sunday mati­ nee Reserved seating for Catfish Moon is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS 6 p.m.: Mount Olive Baptist Church will have a special service on April 1st. Ryan Marlowe will be preaching and By the Blood will be singing. Mt. Olive is located at 1710 Watertank Road in Fleetwood. Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a Sunrise Service on Sunday, April 8 at 7:00 AM. Breakfast will follow in the fel­ lowship hall. The will not have their regular 11:00 worship ser­ vice Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27 at 7:00 PM. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 6 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thl IfcHo*/ night. CunniAAA is Thursday mnhf Everyone i rs welcome. 6 p.m.: Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs invites you to expe­ rience a soul-stirring night of drama as we present our annual Easter performance, "Arise My Love" Under the direction of Tim Carter, Phyllis Ashley, and Tonya Childers, the program chronicles the events from Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem through His glo­ rious resurrection. The drama features a cast of over 50 actors/actresses, full costuming and props, numerous musical numbers, and a full choir. Also special this year is the addition of a new scene featuring the Last Supper. You will be moved by the power of this one-ofa-kind performance. This spe­ cial event begins at 6:00 p.m. Seating is limited, so arrive early and get a good seat. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)982-4840, Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743, or Tim Carter at (336)982-3932. 6:30 p.m.: The sanctuary choir of First Baptist Church, West Jefferson, will present a cantata for Holy Week in the church sanctuary. The Living Last Supper, by Ruth Schram, is a dramatic musical presenta­ tion with song and monologue. Twelve men from the congre­ gation will portray the desciples and Larry Rousseau will por­ tray Jesus as they partake of the last Passover meal before the crucifixion. Communion will be observed during the pre­ sentation. Everyone is invited to attend this performance. Becky Burgess is the director and Maureen Blackburn is the accompanist. 7 p.m.: Revival at Smethport Baptist Church, Sunday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 4. Rev. Ron Lesley will be preaching. Services start at 7 p.m. Prayer room at 6:45 p.m. Pastor James Sechrest invites all to attend. 7 p.m.: The Fellowship Quartet will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The Pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and con­ gregation invite everyone to attend. Monday April 2 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson Ci rrt Qinf let ir/»k the First Baptist Church f k A week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Speaker for Monday is Rev. A.B. Weaver and music by Mrs. Lisa Courtney of Hospice. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 6:30 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is sponsoring a discussion on voluntary simplicity. All are welcome to attend. The discussion is held in the lobby classroom of Ashe Memorial Hospital. 6:30 p.m.: Audition dates have been set for Ashe County Little Theatre's sum­ mer musical, Into the Woods. Directed by Rebecca Herman, and produced by Jane Lonon, this summer's production is scheduled to run from June 21 through June 25. Auditions will be held on Monday, April 2nd, at 6:30 p. m. at the Ashe Civic Center. Individuals will be asked to complete readings from the script and to sing a selection of their choice. An accompanist will be provided. For more information call the Ashe Arts Center at 336.846ARTS. 7 p.m.: Revival at Smethport Baptist Church, Sunday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 4. Rev. Ron Lesley will be preaching. Services start at 7 p.m. Prayer room at 6:45 p.m. Pastor James Sechrest invites all to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thursday night. Everyone is welcome. 7 p.m.: The ASHE REALLY CARES Committee will be meeting for It's quarterly meeting at the Ashe Baptist Association Conference Room. Committee members are Mrs. Kathy Bower, Mrs. Mary Alice Witherspoon, Mrs. Terri Shatley, Glenn South, Charles Moore, Bobby Hamby, and Rev. Steve LeaShomb. TUIa &U. •— It — .1 This is open to the public and if interested we would love to have you attend. 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of the High Country will meet in the Watauga County Human Services Center, lower level, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. The topic of the pro­ gram will be "Law Enforcement Crisis Intervention Program." Speakers will include Robert Kurtz, PhD, Program Manager, Justice Systems Innovations, N.C. Division of MH/DD/SAS and Deputy Todd Flowers, a CIT trained officer with the Vance County Police Department. The Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Program is a community partnership consisting of law enforcement officers, mental health providers, and mental health consumers and their families. All the partners work together to avert or de-esca­ late crisis and direct the con­ sumer to appropriate care. The public is invited to attend this important presentation to hear about the many benefits the CIT Program provides for law enforcement, consumers and community at large. 7 p.m.: Full Moon Ceremony. Join us in celebrating every full moon throughout the spring. We'll engage the ener­ gies of Grandmother Moon, raise our vibrations, initiate a process of transformation. Free. 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Call 336-2463600 or visit our website www. whitehartwoods.com. r—* Jl i« Cards' Woud' •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers•Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12 hour training, Registration Required! 11:30 a.m.: NARFE (The National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees) will meet at Fraser's Restaurant. A program will be presented by an N. C. Park Ranger. Active and retired feder­ al personnel are urged to attend 12 p.m.: The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. 9 a.m.: High Country Speaker for Tuesday is Rev. Healthcare Hospice 2007 David Blackburn and music Spring Volunteer Training. by West Jefferson United If You Have a Caring and Methodist. Compassionate Heart & Enjoy The ecumenical services Helping Others...then Hospice are sponsored by the Ashe Has a Place for You. Ministerial Association. The What Do Hospice Volunteers schedule includes: Worship Do? from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ Patient/Family Support lowed by a Soup, Sandwich Volunteers: and Dessert Luncheon from •Home Visits, Friendship, 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free Companionship will offering for the Ashe Free •Provide Respite for Primary continued on page 6B Care Givers Tuesday April 3 WELCOME TO THE NEXT LEVEL. 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Wilkoboro - 336-838-0123 336-246-4644 -107 North Fifth Are. �1 \C ,I FEB FRIDAY , MARCH 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Local churches celebrate Easter with Sunrise Services continued from page 5B •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12 hour training, Registration Required! 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon • 1 p.m. Speaker for Thursday is Rev. Art Eaton and music by 12 p.m.:The public Is cordial­ Fletcher Memorial Baptist. ecumenical services ly invited to attend Holy Week The Services at West Jefferson are sponsored by the Ashe First Baptist Church the Ministerial Association. The week of April 2 - 6 from noon schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ -1 p.m. Speaker for Wednesday is Dr. lowed by a Soup, Sandwich Earl Davis and music by West and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free Jefferson First Baptist. ecumenical services will offering for the Ashe Free The are sponsored by the Ashe Medical Clinic will be received Ministerial Association. The to support this vital ministry schedule includes: Worship in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich this blessed time of worship and Dessert Luncheon from and fellowship. For more infor­ 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 will offering for the Ashe Free p.m.: Disabled Medical Clinic will be received 6:30 American Veterans will have to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join their Bingo game at Family your neighbors and friends for Central. Thank you, Buddy this blessed time of worship Greer, (Commander) 336and fellowship. For more infor­ 982-3743 7 p.m.: The Episcopal Parish mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at of the Holy Communion's Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 Easter Service: Maundy 7 p.m.: Revival at Smethport Thursday: Holy Trinity Baptist Church, Sunday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer 4. Rev. Ron Lesley will be Community Church. April 4th preaching. Services start at 7 - April 8th. the speaker will be p.m. Prayer room at 6:45 p.m. Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with Pastor James Sechrest invites special singing nightly. For more information call Pastor all to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 Community Church. April 4th 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist - April 8th. the speaker will be Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with In Laurel Springs) Revival special singing nightly. For with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. more information call Pastor 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Thursday night. Everyone is Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. welcome. Executive in Laurel Springs) Revival 7 p.m.: The with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. Committee of the Ashe 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Baptist Association will hold Special Passover Service on it's quarterly meeting with the Thursday night. Everyone is Pleasant Home Baptist Church in Grassy Creek, NC All com­ welcome. mittee members, pastors and anyone interested in the work of Ashe Baptist are invited to 9 a.m.: High Country attend. Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 7 p.m.: Revival at Smethport Baptist Church, Sunday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 4. Rev. Ron Lesley will be preaching. Services start at 7 p.m. Prayer room at 6:45 p.m. Pastor James Sechrest invites all to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thursday night. Everyone is welcome. Wednesday April 4 mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 5 p.m.: The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion's Easter Service: Good Friday: St. Mary's 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer Community Church. April 4th - April 8th. the speaker will be Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with special singing nightly. For more information call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thursday night. Everyone is welcome. Saturday April 7 6 a.m.: The Annual Fisherman's Breakfast! There will be an all you can eat breakfast at the Creston Volunteer Fire Department from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Breakfast will include country ham, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy, homemade jams. Get all you can eat for $7.00, or you may just order ham or sausage biscuits. All money goes towards the upkeep of our fire fighting and first responder equipment. We thank everyone for your sup­ port 6 a.m.The Laurel Springs Fire Dept will be hosting a fishermans breakfast and Chicken BBQ. The Chicken will be ready at 11 a.m. 7 a.m.: The West Jefferson Lions Club will hold a Pancake Breakfast the first Saturday in April at the West Jefferson School cafeteria from 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. For only $6.00 you get all you can eat pancakes and sausage along with juice and coffee. So be sure to come out and join us, and bring your fam­ ily and friends. This fundraiser is to help support the clubs SightFirst II campaign. For further information or how to join contact a local Lion or come to a meeting at the Winners Circle every first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. 10 a.m.:Trinity Baptist Church will be having an Easter Day Camp from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. During the camp children will get to play games make crafts have lunch, Easter egg hunt and learn about Jesus' death & resurrection. Ages 4-12 wel­ come. Rides available. Please call Trinity at 828-262-5751 Mon - Friday from 1 -5 PM for more information. 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: The annual Spring Bazaar & Yard Sale will be held at the Creston Methodist Church Fellowship Hall located off Thee Top Road across from the Creston Fire Department. Good collection of clothing, collectables, furniture, toys, etc. Tickets on sale by members of the Creston-Green Valley Charge for an original 011 painting by Larry J. Lewis. Tickets can also be purchased at the Bazaar. All proceeds are to benefit the four churches of the Creston Green Valley Methodist Charge. 9:45 a.m.: Midway Baptist Church (Beside Walmart) Easter Egg-Travaganza for toddlers to 10 years old. Rain or Shine! Registration at 9:45 a.m. Activities at 10 a.m. Food, Games, Prizes and Egg Hunt! 10 a.m.:Trinlty Baptist Church will be having an Easter Day Camp from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. During the camp children will get to play games make crafts have lunch, Easter egg hunt and learn about Jesus death & resurrection. Ages 4 - 12 welcome. Rides available. Please call Trinity at 828-2625751 Mon - Friday from 1 -5 PM for more information. 11 a.m.: Helping Hands Ladies Group of Bethel Baptist Church will be having a Chicken BBQ Fundraiser on Nettle Knob Road in West Jefferson. Half a Chicken, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, Drink and Dessert for $6.00. Proceeds go to helping Ashe County Citizens in need. We Will Deliver for orders of 5 or more in West Jefferson! 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer Community Church. April 4th - April 8th. the speaker will be Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with special singing nightly. For more information call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 7 p.m.: Regular First Saturday Night Singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church. The Gaining Ground will be singing. Everyone is welcome to attend. 8 p.m.: The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion's Easter Service: Easter Vigil Holy Trinity the congregation invite every­ one to attened both of these services. 7 a.m.: Easter Sunrise Service at Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood. Breakfast will be served, fol­ lowed by Sunday School at 10 a.m. and Easter Cantana at 11 a.m. The Congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 a.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will have Easter Sunrise Service. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek com­ munity. 10 a.m.:The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion's Easter Service: Easter: Holy Trinity 2nd annual Easter Sunrise 10 a.m.: "My Savior, My God" Service- non denomina­ will be presented by the tional- held at 853 Cox Road, Friendship Baptist Church Jefferson, NC. We welcome Choir. Beautifully arranged ALL to attend. Service and by Richard Kingsmore, this 40music!!! Attend this truly unique minute musical not only tells service outside, on a hill top, in the story of Jesus' final hour on prayer garden! For additional this earth, but in the process, information call Dawn Ellis 336 looks at the three people who knew Him in an earthly way 977 6317. 6:30 a.m.: Easter Sunrise before His crucifixion and res­ Service at Mtn. View Baptist urrection, and afterward, came Church. Preaching will be Rev. to understand the eternal truth Ken Holmes. Pastor Denton Jesus Christ that changed their Hart and the congregation want lives for eternity. Featuring to invite everyone to attend! powerful songs, moving nar­ 6:30 a.m.: Easter Sunrise ration and drama, this musical Service Sunday at Mtn. View will help you to see beyond Baptist Church Preaching will the "story" of Jesus to the per­ be Rev. Ken Holmes. Pastor sonal reality of his death and Denton Hart and the congrega­ resurrection. Minister of Music tion want to invite everyone to Jeremy Kilgore & Pastor, Rev. attend! David Grinnell and congrega­ 6:30 a.m.: There will be an tion welcome you Easter Sun Rise Service at 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer Temple Baptist Church. Rev. Community Church. April Robert Patrick will be the 4th - April 8th. the speaker speaker. Breakfast will be pro­ will be Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. vided in the fellowship hall after with special singing nightly. For the service. Worship service more information call Pastor will start at 10:30 a.m. The pas­ Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 tor, Rev. 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The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor- \mk It 68 Thursday April 5 Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast ' Cm Ith Hand lb Stop AThine' FD4C Call or visit one of our lenders for more information about product terms, conditions 4 eligibility. "Construction Loan Special example A 12-month $100,000 loan with a fixed rate of 7 79% has an Annual Percentage Rate (APR) of 10 894% This would include 12 monthly interest-only payments of $181 41 to $330 81 and one final P4I payment (13th) of $100 14940 This example includes the 1% origination fee phis customary closing costs Programs rates terms and conditions are subject to change without notice �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 30^2007 PAGE 7B COMMUNITY EVENTS Westwood Elementary needs used cell phones to recycle continued from page 6B Monday April 9 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The April meeting on April 9 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The pro­ gram will include a discus­ sion of raising apple trees and organic gardening by Ron and Suzanne Joyner. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Thursday April 12 1 p.m.: The Annual Prostate Cancer Screening sponsored by the Jefferson's Rotary Club will take place from 1:005:00 p.m. at Ashe Memorial Hospital in the Outpatient Clinic on 3rd floor. Please call Mountain Hearts at 8460744 to make an appointment to have your PSA drawn on March 30th and to schedule your appointment for April 12th for your screening. Monday April 23 7 p.m.: Revival a Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. Tuesday April 24 7 p.m.: Revival a Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. . Wednesday April 25 7 p.m.: Revival a Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. Thursday April 26 7 p.m.: Revival a Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. Friday April 27 7 p.m.: Revival a Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. Ongoing Events Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking vol­ unteers for upcoming fund raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your dona­ tions for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the Dog Park IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be available. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385-6129 or 336-877-7835 Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are Underway!! Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes® bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com Our elementary schools need your help! Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for chil­ dren in conjunction with a visit­ ing author program about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and pro­ files the first female route car­ rier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336-982-4200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 2975346 Westwood Elementary is currently having a "Phone Raiser" and we need your help! We are collecting used cell phones to be recycled and make cash for our school. You can drop those used cell phones off at the Main Office at Westwood or send them in with a student. Westwood Elementary is a member of the Box Tops for Education' and Cambell's UPC program. Many products that you buy and use on your grocery list have them! The Box Tops and UPC Codes add up fast and help support the school. You can save and drop them off at Westwood School before the year ends. This is an ongioing event from year to year, so help us by saving those Box Tops today! Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only onTuesdays andThursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold March services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The March meeting on March 12 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The program will include a discussion of the spring care and pruning of ornamental trees and shrubs by Bryan Davis, who works for the Agricultural Extension Service. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Small Group Opportunity for Newly Married and Engaged Couples. FaithBridge United Methodist Church is offering a new Small Group for Newly Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage relationships. This small group will provide fellowship opportunities with other couples just starting out, as well as offer teaching from a video-based curriculum by two Christian counselors who are experts on marriage, Les and Leslie Parrott. The small group will be facilitated by Rev. Marianne Romanat, pastor of FaithBridge. This group will meet in the home of Kyle and Elise Sigmon in Boone, for Directions call: 828295-8333 on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March 7th and ending May 9th. Desserts and coffee will be provided by the church, and child care will be available upon request. For more information about this small group opportunity, contact FaithBridge United Methodist Church at 828-2958333 or visiting the church's website: www.faithbridgeumc. org . FaithBridge worships on Sundays at 11am at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive. Dress is casual and child care is provided for all worship services. The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Raffle to Benefit Alleghany Animal Shelter - Win our "Spring has Sprung" Gift Collection! Collection includes unique tea pot donated by Cater Pots (valued at $130), lots of other unique gifts donated by local merchants, and a certificate for a FREE spay/neuter! Tickets are $1 ea. or 6 for $5. Buy your tickets at Twin Oaks Vet Hospital or The Fashion Zone in Sparta, NC! Drawing to be Held March 20! Watch the drawing LIVE on Channel 50! For more info, call Robyn at 336-363-9187. Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions THECHILDBIRTH/NEWBORN CARE CLASSES AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WILL NOWBEHELDONTHURSDAY EVENINGS (NOT TUESDAYS) AT 7 p.m. BEGINNING ON THURSDAY FEBRUARY 8TH. The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. "The Jesus Experiment" at FaithBridge Ever wonder, "So what's the big deal about Jesus?" Many people are interested in Jesus, respect him, even worship him, but question why his life, death, and resurrection are so important. FaithBridge United Methodist Church's next sermon series will address this question and will encourage us to not only THINK about Christian discipleship but TRY IT OUT, through what we will call "The Jesus Experiment". Beginning February 11th and concluding Easter Sunday, April 8th, our pastor's sermons will walk through the Gospel of Mark week by week, focusing on Jesus and his challenge: "Follow Me." In each sermon in this series, we will receive the "Experiment of the Week" which will allow us to put into practice our discipleship (following Jesus). The G n u community is invited to join us in participating in "The Jesus Experiment". If you've always wanted to understand more about who Jesus is and why He is so important, this is a sermon series you will not want to miss! Come grow with us, by walking alongside Jesus and getting to know Him. FaithBridge United Methodist Church worships on Sundays at 11 a.m. at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium (the former Blowing Rock Stage Company location) on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock. Our worship style is informal and nontraditional. Dress is casual and free quality child care is provided. To find out more about us, visit our website at www.faithbridgeumc. org or call (828) 295-8333. Edward Elliott,Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in S n uy e v t Io n f u Sn e i c James Greer David Vanttoy Caring For You and Your Family is our Main Goal:9 / £ 4 5 Rerxita Goss j o atf o A c & oi ut d J c tt u Hd fv ie at fiLh. Jefferson, NC. Edward is board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia,tendinomuscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-8467492 mailbox #7, or 828-4061985 for an appointment and directions. a F U BADGER N E R A L H O M E 300 N. Main St. • West Jefferson, NC U: 336-246-7114 Town of West Jeff erson Advertisement of Tax Liens on Real Property ° v Friday, March 30, 2006 • • o •, v Under and by the virtue of the power vested in me by section 105-369 of the General Statues, I am hereby advertising tax liens for the year 2006 upon the real estate described below. Greg McGinnis, Tax Collector Please check with the Tax Collector before paying as the tax amount listed does not include fees and interest. Customer Name Description Real Pin Number ALBERT & PATSANNA COPE ALICE H & REGENCY ONE ATWOOD. INC ASHE HIGH COUNTRY DEVELOPERS BERT & KATHY DOLLAR BERT & KATHY DOLLAR BRENDA J; DAVID LAMBERT & LAMBERT CAREY J JOHNSON CHARLES DEAN & BRENDA C EASTRIDGE CHARLES E & BERNADINE C HOUCK CHARLES ROUSS & MARLYN HARTZOG DANNY JR WATKINS. INC DANNY L & JEANNIE M & OSBORNE FOX DANNY L & JEANNIE M FOX DANNY LEE & JEANNIE M & DAVID FOX DUSTIN ALLEN & CRYSTAL M MILLER FERN (HEIRS) MULLIS FRANKIE (HEIRS) & ANDERSON GEORGE W (1/2) & ROTEN GEORGE W (1/2) & ROTEN GETER G & JUANITA BLEVINS INC REGENCY ONE JESSIE H LAMBERT JESSIE LAMBERT KATHERINE F SEVERT KATHERINE F SEVERT KATINA J SHELTON LARRY G & PHYLLIS K HOLDAWAY LARRY G & PHYLLIS L HOLDAWAY LAURIE A STEELE LEE ROY ELLISON LL TRIPLE P REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT LLC ALGONQUIN SHATLEY LLC ASHE AUTO HAUS LLC BEAVER CREEK ENTERPRISES LLC MAJESTIC PEAKS DEVELOPMENT LOTTIE S(1/2) COLDIRON MICHAEL III & HELEN J LESERRA MONTE G SR & BRENDA M BALLOU PATRICIA P & ANDREWS PAUL E TAYLOR RANEY G ROGERS RICKY D & GINGER B WOOD RICKY D & GINGER B WOOD ROBERT M & DONNA L ROTEN SALLY G REEVES SCENIC PROPERTIES SCENIC PROPERTIES SCENIC PROPERTIES SHIRLEY POWERS STEVE W & KIMBERLY P GARN TERESA LYNNE TRIVETTE THOMAS A WEAVER THOMAS E & MARY B ROYAL THOMAS G NEAVES TIMOTHY & LISA RANDOLPH WILLIAM B & MARY K DOLLAR WILLIAM B & MARY K DOLLAR 1.049A 2L 4.77A 1L 1L 1L 5L 1L .4A 39L .99A 3L 1L 6L 2L 1L .92A 1L 1L 1L .06A 1L' 1L 1.23A 1.5A 1L .83A .34A 1L IL 7L .71A 5L 1.25A .53A 1L 2.63A .44A 8L 1.02A 3L 1L 2L .43A 2L .87A .28A 4.58A 2L 4.58A .3A 3L 2L 1.5L .7A 1L 2L 19223000 402 19223001 376 19223-411 19223001 790 19223001 144 19223001 260 19223001 181 19223001 819 19223001 7465 19227000 249 19223001 854 19223001 453 19223001 076 19223001 658 19223001 346 19223001 234 19223001 580 19223000 157 19223000 156 19223001 475 19223001 893 19223001 251 19223001 253 19227000 104 19227000 105 19223001 250 19227000 091 19227000 092 19223001 335 19223001 219 19223001 180 19223395 014 19223001 673 19227000 088 19227126 019 19223001 347 19223192 002 19223001 684 19223001 168 19227000094 19223001 585 19223001 771 19223001 747 19227000 063 19223001 464 19227000 135 19227000 339 19227000 138 19223001 622 19227267 002 19223001 7462 19223001 467 19223001 272 19223001 365 19227000 070 19223001 142 19223001 148 Amount Owed $610.60 $500.52 $3,129.54 $64.50 $144.05 $666.93 $426.99 $301.86 $203.13 $682.41 $80.41 $362.49 $796.36 $454.94 $409.36 $261.01 $137.17 $471.71 $514.28 $146.63 $716.81 $4.30 $155.23 $264.45 $602.00 $270.90 $564.16 $151.36 $37.84 $11.61 $135.97 $882.38 $456.66 $501.90 $32.18 $588.24 $5.40 $694.43 $686.28 $906.10 $250.26 $11.18 $433.01 $641.56 $2.21 $515.57 $278.64 $5,187.09 $740.89 $875.05 $482.03 $19.35 $38.70 $365.07 $480.31 $55.04 $129.00 �PAGE 8B ii KI "\Y/ MARCH 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department 140-Help Wanted 235-Christmas 290-Horses & 330-Pets 430-Rooms, Trees Livestock Sparky is a 1.5-2 year Apts., Houses HUMAN SERVICES Policy old fawn male, pure­ For Rent CLINICAL For Sale: Fraser Fir PLACE YOUR bred boxer. His tail is COUNSELOR I CLASSIFIED Seedlings, 3-0's, bed"LIVESTOCK FOR ASHE SENIOR (743-40-1654) docked, ears are natu­ run. Also, have trans­ ADVERTISING SALE" ADS VILLAGE ral. He's a typical box­ Open until filled. FT plants. 276-579-7733 FOR ONLY $ 3.50 APARTMENTS er, full of energy. with New River PER AD. (UP TO 20 Office Hours For Sale: Heavy duty Behavioral HealthCare Sparky could really WORDS). CALL Monday - Friday HOUSING FOR Whitfield Tree Setter in thrive in a home where SP. Work base CLASSIFIED DEPT. 8 am - 5 pm THE ELDERLY 62+ very good condition. he's the only dog. He Alleghany. Duties • AT 336-846-7164 160 CHATTYROB Call 336-982-2724 include: working a craves attention and FOR MORE CLASSIFIED LANE caseload of adults with loves to receive it. Fraser Fir INFORMATION DEADLINES WEST JEFFERSON severe and persistent Please contact Barbara Transplants NC 28694 for more information at mental illness, 300^ 65c each. Negotiable Tuesday's paper monitoring, arranging Secondcr9aim,cpm. pricing depending upon Miscellaneous ACCEPTING (Friday 9:00 am) and linking clients to quantity and who lifts APPLICATIONS FOR Friday's paper Special is an older services and BUYING OR plants. 20,000 (Wednesday terrier mix female and FUTURE VACANCIES completing paperwork. SELLING? available. ONE BEDROOM 9:00 am) is a special-needs dog. Much of the work will BANK ON THE 828-898-2970. APTS. She lost her front left be in the community JEFFERSON POST RANGE & Premium Fraser Fir paw in an accident and clients' homes. IMPORTANT CLASSIFIEDS. REFRIGERATOR transplants 3-2's and several years ago. Usual Schedule: INFORMATION IN UNIT For Sale: available for She does fine with Mon - Fri. 8-5, flexibility 3-3's RENT BASED ON Bob Timberlake Artist fall and spring. Call her 3 remaining feet, required. Minimum In the case of an error INCOME Proof, #74 of 75, 336-877-2652 or but other dogs tend to on our part, credit will requirements: WATER & SEWER Portrait of Zinnias. 336-877-7167. pick on her because of be given for the first Bachelor's degree in INCLUDED IN RENT $800. this disability. She is incorrect fun only. The human service field WANTED: HANDICAPPED Noritake China, an inside house dog Jefferson Post is and two years of ' Entire fields, large or ACCESSIBLE Crestmont pattern, that is paper trained. not responsible for related human services small, Fraser Fir I EQUAL HOUSING service for 8, $300. She would really like a incorrect copy submit­ counseling/therapy Christmas Trees. OPPORTUNITY Call 336- 982-5845 house with a fenced in ted by the advertiser which provides Willing to assume all FOR INFORMATION yard because she is or for typographical experience in maintenance. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr CALL not used to walking on techniques of errors which do not Call 276-579-7733. Shotgun Reloading 336-246-9791 a leash. lessen the value of the counseling/therapy, Press. 12 GA. $75 Contact Robyn for ad. case management or 235-Shubbery Call 336-877-0159 more info at alleghagroup work one of Shrubbery for Sale Charges which was supervised. nyanimals 9 yahoo,com For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Hiring range: $33,564 Rates depend on size Shotgun Reloading or 336-363-9187 Compspur Arkansas 460-Mobile $38,424 Submit state of ad and number of Press, 20 GA. $75 Black Apple 350-Wanted to runs. Please call I application to: Call 336-877-0159 Homes for Rent DF Red Delicious Classified Dept. Alleghany Employment Buy Or Swap 2 bedroom/2 bath mo­ The Jefferson Post Apple for information. Security Commission, bile home on 2 acre DF Alberta Peach from has FREE PO Box 996, GRUBB lot. Appliances. No Stark Mail orders should be Sparta, NC 28675. wooden pallets. LOGGING smoking or pets inside. Alberta Queen Peach sent with payment to: Criminal records check Just come by Wants to buy large $400 per month, $400 2 Apricot Trees and pre-employment and pick them up. or small tracts of security deposit. 1 year 3 Lilac Bushes Classified Advertising drug testing is required. timber. ALSO: lease and references Pin Oak The Jefferson Post EOE/AAE. 310-Musical Land with or required. 336-384-3913 Hydrangea Tree PO Box 808 without timber. Boxwoods, large West Jefferson, NC J. Y. MONK Mobile Home with big We lease Pianos. You dig. Call: Jim Grubb 28694 REAL ESTATE yard. $450 month plus New & Used Grands. 336-385-9438 336-877-2330 SCHOOL deposit and reference. We buy. sell. tune, (We accept personal Get your license Fast. Located on Friendship 250-Furniture move, refinish & check, Visa or 380-Trucks & Boone & Charlotte Road, Jefferson. Call rebuild pianos. Master Card) For Sale: Thomasville Courses. Free 4x4s for Sale 336-846-9736 Acme - Piano Man Leather Sofa, Brown, Brochure & Schedule. 800-745-3950 2002 Dodge Dakota, Telephone: like new, excellent 1-800-849-0932 4x4, extra cab, V-8, 490-Houses / (336) 846-7164 condition. $350. Call 330-Pets Need a new job? CD, AC, Cruise. Great Apts. for Sale Fax. 877-2031 or' 336truck. $13,500. Call Look in (336) 846-7165 822-4376 Pomeranian Puppies The Jefferson Post 336-384-1047. for Sale. 1 male, 1 For Sale: House, Classifieds! 260-Garage/Yard e-mail: SHOPPING FOR A female, 7 wks, mostly Outbuildings & classified® Sales NEEDED: 4X4? 26 acres more or less. reddish color. $250 ea. jeffersonpost.com TRUCK DRIVER Keep Checking the Call 336-384-3360 Call 336-877-4312 Web: 5 FAMILY YARD Classified Ads. www.jeftersonpost.com SALE CDL's Required. MAR. 31 Must have experience410-Motorcycles / 500-Mobile 30-Special 7 AM - UNTIL Fax work history to Homes for Sale 4-Wheelers Notices i Rain Date • April 7) 828-963-8610 For Sale: 1980 Harley 1980 Oakwood Call If you have left Movies, Boys & Girls Mobile Home Davidson, 80ci FLH Robert for appointment pictures with us Clothing (0-18 mos.) Police Bike. Many 828-963-8607 14x55 Good condition PLEASE remember to 3 in 1 Crib, Mens new internal engine Partiallyfurnished come in and pick Clothing, X Box RHA HEALTH parts. This is a riding For more information them up. games, purses, SERVICES bike, not a show bike. call 336-246-9258 THANKYOU Gus is a 1-2 yr. old, all Bought boat, must sell furniture, toys, tools, is taking applications Jefferson Post '93 Singlewide Mobile black, male rottie/lab Home Interior & for a Home Manager bike. $7500 firm. No Home 2 bedroom/1 mix. He's a HUGE dog Lots more! PUBLISHER S NOTICE. position located in tire kickers, please. bath, Furnished. Ex­ weighing about 100 All real estate advertising Deep Gap, NC. Call 336-384-1074 In this newspaper Is sub­ cellent Condition! In lbs. Gus is a big softie Location: after 6 pm. Responsibilities include ject to the Fair Housing Act Ashe County, must be who loves to play and Vannoy which makes It Illegal to supervising and craves human atten­ For Sale: 2005 Power moved. $10,000 Call Construction advertise any preferences. coordinating activities after Limitation or discrimination tion. He would be OK Max RC Motor Sports 704-938-2051 Jeflerson of approximately 26 based on race, color, 5:30pm with other dogs that are Scooter $600 OBO. Intersection 221 & Direct Support Staff religion, Bex, handicap, but he submissive, 16N Call 828-964-8898 financial status or national and managing ARE YOU LOOKING origin Includes children un­ wants to be the king of or 336-877-3155 operations of a 15 bed FOR A GOOD der the age of 16 living with EMPLOYEE EARLY the castle. Gus needs parents or legal custodians, non-ambulatory DEAL? BIRD YARD SALE an experienced large 430-Rooms, pregnant women A people ICF/MR facility. Check out the ads securing custody of chil­ SAT, MAR 31 breed dog owner to Qualifications: at least Apts., Houses dren under 18. This news­ in the Classified 7 AM - UNTIL adopt him because his paper will not knowingly 2 years supervisory section. size can be over­ For Rent accept any advertising for experience, high Clothing for men, legal estate which Is In whelming. Contact the Applications are now school diploma, valid APPROVAL violation of the law. Our women, and children Alleghany Animal Shel­ being accepted for readers are here by driver's license, flexible PROBLEMS? including boys sizes ter in Sparta at 336Housing for Informed that all dwellings work schedule and Now There Is A Way 10-12, shoes, jewelry, advertised in this newspa­ 372-8744 for more info Senior Citizens experience supporting per are available on equal We Could Help books, CD's, or visit at Spruce Hills opportunity basis. To com­ individuals with Through Our household, toys, alleghany.petfinder.com plain of discrimination call Apartments in developmental NEW SILVER KEY collectibles, HUD toll-free at West Jefferson, NC Did you know that if disabilities preferred. 1-800-669-9777. miscellaneous. PROGRAM. 'One bedroom, you are giving away The toll-telephone number Qualified applicants Call for appointment at unfurnished energy for the hearing impaired is an animal or item , can apply at 1-800-927-9275. Location: 336-677-2335 and ask efficient apartments you can list it for free 176 Wildcat Road, Jefferson Post for Dewey before this •Handicapped in the Classifieds. Deep Gap, NC 28618 Parking Lot 40-Lost & Found accessible program runs out. Call 846-7164 for or call West Jefferson •Rent based on more information 828-262-5450 Have you found an Check Out the applicants income TWO FAMILY YARD animal or item? Have Section 8 assistance WANTED: SALE you lost a favorite pet Jefferson Post for available EQUIPMENT APRIL 13 8. 14 or item? Advertise it in OPERATORS 6 AM - UNTIL the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Rain or Shine FREE. Ad will run (under carport) for 2 weeks. Mobile Homes by Call 846-7164 Fax work history to For more information, Lots of miscellaneous 828-963-8610. Local Dealers Lost in the Scottville Call 336-246-9163 items! 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Jack MILLION DOLLAR is the perfect place proficiency a must. is already 100% house­ KITS Lost: Female Pekinese, Interested applicants for you . LIQUIDATION!!! trained too! Are available at the should send resumes Red & Blonde. Missing All display Models must Jefferson Post for Contact the Alleghany to: Ashe Medical from the Baldwin area and very affordable! go!!! Come and purchase. Each kit Animal Shelter in Spar­ Associates since March 9. Please includes: 6 Signs ta at 336-372-8744 for take a look.... PO Box 765, Call 336-846-7164 call 877-5304 with any 60 Price Stickers more info or visit Save thousands. New Jefferson, NC 28640, information. to place your ad alleghany.petfinder.com 6 Directional Arrows Generation Homes or drop them by the or for more Marking Pen PLACE YOUR Missing from West office M-F, information. 336-973-4462 Inventory & Tip Sheet. DOGS AND CATS View Terrace in West 7:30 am - 7:30 pm or For only $5.95 each FOR SALE AD HERE Sat 8 am - noon. Jefferson on or around Sell It! FOR ONLY March 5, an 8 month YARD SALE Your next big career $3.50 PER AD. Buy It! SAT. MARCH 31 old long hair, blue/gray move starts right (UP TO 20 WORDS 7:30 AM - UNTIL neutered male cat with Fix It! here! PER AD). CALL long bushy tail. CLASSIFIED DEPT. Call Various items will Answers to Smokey. Schwan's Home AT 336-846-7164 be sold. 846Reward offered for his Service, Inc., FOR MORE return. Call 982-2309 a leader in food sales 7164 INFORMATION. Location: and delivery for over 50 or 877-1102. On right just past years, is seeking Railroad Grade 100-General entrepreneurial Road, just before individuals to join our Services Fleetwood School. growing team. NURSING DEPARTMENT See ya there! STRATFORD Customer Service Registered Nurse HEARING AID YARD SALES Managers CENTER-SALES Advertise your yard Full Time 7p to 7a Route Sales sale in this space. Service on most TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS all makes. 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For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Faye Bare, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 742 Woodrow Bare Rd., Laurel Springs, NC 28644 on or before the 18th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery.' All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. Bill R. Eggers 2555 Grassy Creek Rd. Grassy Creek, NC 28631 John T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at Law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, 28694 NC NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Freddy Bruce Sexton, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 1010 Woodland Blvd, Wilkesboro, NC 28697 on or before the 29th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 26th day of March, 2007. Dorothy B Hoppers Terry Bare Co-Executors for the Estate of Faye Bare Paula Sexton. Administratrix for the Estate of Freddy Bruce Sexton NOTICE TO CREDITORS Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1115Professionals Antique Furniture Refinishing Call week days after 6:00 pm. Week ends - any time. Call 1-336-384-9102 Ask for Bob NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Michael Pat­ rick Joseph Joslin, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 8300 Swallow Ct., #101, Austin, TX 78758 on or before the 18th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 9th day of March, 2007. Donna L.K Winston Administratrix for Estate Michael of Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Jack David Harless, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 183 Lemly Hill Rd., Fleetwood, NC 28626 on or before the 29th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This is the 23rd day of March, 2007. Classifieds Dollars" This the 22nd day of February, 2007 Publication dates: 3-9-07; 3-16-07; 3-23-07; 3-30-07 1195-Legals The the 12th day of 530-Lots & Acreage "Cents make The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor of the Estate of Mildred Jean Eggers, deceased, of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims' against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned on or before the 11th day of June, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. March. 2007. MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. make "Cents' NOTICE OF BILL R. EGGERS EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF MILDRED JEAN EGGERS the Patrick Joseph Joslin Laura L. 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For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org �JEFFE RSON POM FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 2007 PAGE 9B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY 07SP21 THENCE contained and, SCRIBED; pursuant to demand of LEAVING ROAD WITH the owner and holder THE JOHNNY PER­ of the indebtedness se­ KINS LINE, S 21-11 W. cured by said deed of 10.00 FEET TO AN trust, the undersigned IRON STAKE AT A substitute trustee will POST; THENCE WITH expose for sale at AN EXISTING FENCE, public auction to the S. 21-11 W. 314.37 IN THE MATTER OF highest bidder for cash FEET TO AN IRON THE FORECLOSURE at the usual place of STAKE AT A POST, S OF A DEED OF sale at the county 21-11 W. 12.00 FEET THE CENTER of said TO TRUST EXECUTED courthouse BY JACK C. TESTER- county at 10:00 A.M. LINE OF NCSR 1594; MAN AND CARMEN E. on April 11, 2007 the THENCE WITH THE OF described CENTERLINE TESTERMAN DATED following and any SAID ROAD. N 80-56 MARCH 16, 2000 AND real estate improvements W. 53.86 FEET. S 68RECORDED IN BOOK other 248 AT PAGE 320 IN which may be situated 55 W. 45.58 FEET, S situated in 52-58 W. 68.33 FEET. THE ASHE COUNTY thereon, 72-04 W. 49.67 PUBLIC REGISTRY, Ashe County, North S Carolina, and being FEET, N 76-27 W, NORTH CAROLINA more particularly de­ 104.82 FEET, S 86-55 W. 60.89 FEET; scribed as follows: NOTICE OF SALE THENCE LEAVING AT A ROAD WITH A DIVI­ Pursuant to a Court BEGINNING order and under and by POINT IN THE CEN- SION LINE OF THE PROPER­ virtue of the power and TERLINE OF NCSR WOODLE authority contained in 1595 (HOKE WAGNER TY, N 04-08 E. 12.00 the above-referenced ROAD). SAID POINT FEET TO AN IRON deed of trust and BEING THE NORTH­ STAKE. N 04-08 E. CORNER 234.59 FEET TO AN because of default in WEST THE JOHNNY IRON STAKE AT A the payment of the OF indebtedness thereby PERKINS PROPERTY ROCK WALL. N. 04-08 secured and failure to AND THE EASTERN­ E. 485.09 FEET TO AN carry out and perform MOST CORNER OF IRON STAKE IN THE LINE, the stipulation and THE WOODLE PROP­ MATTHEWS NORTHWEST agreements therein ERTY HEREIN DE- THE T & L CONSTRUCTION Residential & Commercial • • • • • • • Home Remodels New Construction Replacement Windows Tongue and Groove Hang & Finish Shcetrock Tile - Siding - Painting Decks and Much More 1195-Legals 1195-Legals CORNER OF THE FORMER PAULINE RICHARSON TRACT; THENCE WITH SAID EARNER RICHARD­ SON LINE. AN EXIST­ ING FENCE, S 25-25 E. 398.59 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE AT A POST, N. 80-12 E. 27.08 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE AT A POST, N 53-44 E. 112.28 FEET TO AN IRON STAKE BE­ TWEEN DRIVEWAYS, N 53-15 E. 22.77 FEET TO THE CENTERLINE OF NCSR 1595; THENCE WITH THE CENTERLINE OF SAID ROAD, S 45-08 E. 66.11 FEET, S 59-00 E 87.95 FEET TO THE BEGINNING. CONTAINING 4.330 ACRES, INCLUSIVE OF THE EXISTING RIGHT OF WAY OF NCSR 1595 AND 1594, ACCORDING TO A SURVEY BY BOBBY J. OLIVER AND ASSOCIATES. P.A., REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR, L1276, 27 SEPTEMBER 1984. And Being more commonly known as: 646 Hoke Wagoner Rd. Crumpler, NC 28617 The record owner(s) of the property. as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Jack C. Testerman and Carmen E. Testerman. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers. directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any rep­ resentation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environ­ mental. health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are dis­ claimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encum­ brances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure, for paying, if any. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00). whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expira­ tion of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. The date of this Notice is March 21, 2007. 1195-Legals David W. Neill or Elizabeth B. Ells Substitute Trustee 8520 Cliff Cameron Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 (704)333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc/ 03-52048 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY be required to make payment for any such county land transfer tax. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Date of Sale: April 3. 2007 Time of Sale: 12:00 pm Place of Sale: Ashe County Courthouse Description of Property: See Attached Descrip­ tion. Record Owners: Michele A. Reno and George R. Reno Address of Property: This sale is made subject to all unpaid taxes and superior liens or encumbrances of record and assess­ ments, if any, against the said property, and any recorded leases. This sale is also sub­ ject to any applicable county land transfer tax, and the successful third party bidder shall Special Proceedings No. 07-SP-20 Substitute Trustee: Philip A. Glass A cash deposit of 5% of the purchase price will be required at the time of the sale. Any successful bidder shall he required to tender the lull balance of the purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Substitute Trustee ten­ ders to him a deed for the property or at­ tempts to lender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, he shall remain liable on his bid as provided for in North Carolina General Stat­ ues Section 45-21.30 (d) and (e). This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. Dated: 2-9-07 Philip A. Glass, Total Lawn Care Excavating & Hauling ear HOME REPAIRS Appleseed No JOB Too SMALL! • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt • LAWN CA Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. 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POURED WALLS 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 • Remodel Jobs WHEELS RJ CAIM: • Decks * Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4352 �1 NI> FRIDAY, MARCH SO, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals Substitute Trustee Nodell, Glass & Haskell, L.L.P, Posted on 3-13-07 LEGAL DESCRIPTION TRACT 1 Lying and being in North Carolina, Ashe County, West Jefferson Township, adjoining the lands of Leonard Jordan, Ronford Bald­ win and others and being specifically described as follows. BEGINNING on a point in the centerline of NCSR 1135 at its inter­ section with a private driveway, corner of Tom Lewis, Leonard Jordan and the south­ west corner of the Wiley Harless Estate property herein descri­ bed; thence with the centerline of said drive, Jordan the Leonard line. S 88-17 E 134.72 feet to the Lloyd Miller corner; thence with the Miller line. N 14-27 E 24.00 feet to an iron stake, N 14-27 E 211.75 feet to an iron stake and N 89-14 W 116.50 feet to the Ronford Baldwin corner, thence with the Bald­ win Line S 03-00 E 87.32 feet, to an iron stake, N 86-49 W 140.60 feet to an iron stake and N 88-49 W 21.87 feet to a point in the centerline of NCSR 1135; thence with the centerline of said road, S 41-11 E 45.39 feet, S 30-40 E 71.50 feet and S 19-37 E 49.08 feet to the BEGIN­ NING, containing 0.815 acre. Inclusive of the existing right of way of NCSR 1135. According to a survey by Bobby J. Registered Oliver, Land Surveyor, L-1276, March 14.1977. TRACT II BEGINNING on a locust post at cross fence, running with fence, S 89 degrees 57 minutes W 132 feet to north bar post; S 18 degrees W 45 feet to east gate post; S 10 degrees 26 minutes E 45 feet to east edge of community road; S 89 degrees 55 minutes E 140 feet to stake; N 1 degree 24 minutes W 87 feet with fence to point of BEGINNING, containing 0.27 acre, more or less. And being the same land described in and conveyed by deed from Ronford Baldwin, Wid­ ower, to Dale Baldwin and wife, Ella Baldwin dated 19 December 1975 and of record in Book S-5, page 401, Ashe County Public Registry. There is EXCEPTED that 50.0-foot portion as recording in Book 279, pages 172-173 Ashe County Registry, said document incor­ porated by reference as though fully set out herein. Super Crossword ACROSS 1 Pigi«r* 6 fS^p your • Waugh's The Loved —* 11 Vapor 14 — check 11 Eban oI 48 Hurler Hershieer 90 Rock's — 81 icorrko* series 59 Wl»i 09 Across. 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WEST JEFFERSON! rO Chevrolet AN AMERICAN SERVICE REVOLUTION 100,000 MILE WARRANTY Now Open in our NEW Location West Jefferson Chevrolet 1773 Mt. Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 2007 PAGE 11B COMMUNITY NEWS Quilt Barn project spreading in mountains The Quilt Trail Project is in full swing, bringing com­ munity together in a very big way across our region. Becky Anderson, Execu­ tive Director of Handmade In America, a nonprofit orga­ nization based in Asheville, North Carolina dedicated to nurturing and preserving regional traditions of craft and community described the project, which originated in Western North Carolina with HandMade funding: "In the United States, the quilt trade is comprised of 27.7 million quiltmakers, and it is a $3.3 billion industry. These are just some of the economic facts we are learning as we proceed with HandMade's Quilt Trail Project in Madi­ son, Yancey, Mitchell, Avery, Watauga and Ashe coun­ ties. In each of these coun­ ties, vibrant quilt patterns are being painted on wood­ en squares and installed on barns, public buildings, shops, and even schools. A series of self-guided driving trails will direct sight-seers along the byways to view these icons of tradition, in their new and significant roles as public art." Madison, Yancey, and Ashe counties were the first to be­ come involved with the proj­ ect, having already installed twenty, three, and eighteen quilt blocks, respectively. The Madison County Exten­ sion Service reports that 4-H students in Madison will use GPS technology to create a unique map of their quilt by the shop department. Art department students will paint three quilt blocks, one of which will be a complex design comprised of thirteen colors to be installed on The Carriage House in the town center at Hwy 19 and Main Street. Presently, more than 60 people have signed up for these blocks, and when completed each one will tell a story about family, com­ munity and the history of Burnsville. trail. Arts councils in Avery, Watauga and Mitchell are preparing to help their com­ munities participate in the Quilt Trail Project, as well. In Yancey County, shop de­ partment students at Moun­ tain Heritage High School have made over 70 quilt blocks for participants in their community to paint and install. In the school's draft­ ing department, students participated in drafting de­ signs onto 4' x 4' blocks built Three of these quilt blocks have already been installed and can be seen from Highway 19. An eight foot block is on the Buckner barn at Price's Creek and Hwy 19 on the west end of Yancey County. Another eight foot block is installed on the Toe River Arts Coun­ cil building on Main Street in Burnsville. The third block, a four foot block hung on point, is on the east side of Burnsville on the Presnell barn at George's Fork and Hwy 19. The Parkway Play­ house will have a block named "The Bard of Avon," while Heritage Lumber will have a block named "Circu­ lar Saw." As each block represents a story about community, once the project is complet­ ed several years from now, history will be embedded in these quilt blocks displayed on the barns and buildings Catch everything. Miss nothing. DishDVR Advantage. It's about time. DishDVR Advantage. An all-indusive TV package loaded with our most popular options for one low price. No worries. No extra fees. Plus, your everyday price is guaranteed through January 2009. I —,—_™,EJ p— "Tj 200100H all-digital channels, Including *** Q. chann8, ^"SL |nc,u<>" i**^ « $ $ 3o '4ter~ •- - FOXOJU O America's Top Soiling Two-room DVR • Record up to 200 hours without videotape • Pause any show - even live TV • Skip recorded commercials and the bomg parts • DistiPASS lor enhanced recording • DISH On Demand • Up to 30 video on demand mowes each month luttnmi IMS mh» new) Standard Professional Installation 18 months DtshHOME Protection Plan Photo courtesy of HandMade in America This barn is located in Madison County, N.C. WfOTflffiS HB© -o Austin Songwriting finalists named; winners picked during MerleFest WILKESBORO, NC: Wil­ kes Community College will produce MerleFest 2007, Pre­ sented by Lowe's, on April 26 - 29 on its campus in Wilkesboro, NC. Friday afternoon, April 27, from 2:00 until 3:30 brings the finals of the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest on the Austin Stage at Merlefest. A panel of Nashville music industry professionals, assembled by Chris Austin Songwriting Contest chairper­ son Jim Lauderdale, evaluated 1088 submitted songs to pick the dozen finalist songs, three in each of the four categories. Their composers will perform them in the finals. First Round Judges for the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest 2007 were: Nathan Nicholson - publisher, NTN Music Management; Jeannie Winn - independent publish­ er, Possum Trax Music; Sarah Johnson - Creative Director, Windswept Music Publishing; Bil Vorndick, publisher and re­ cord producer; David Macias, artist manager, Thirty Tigers Entertainment Group; Chris Jones, songwriter, performer, and Sirius Satellite Radio host; Ed Peterson, artist and producer; and Brian Sprouse - Creative Director, Bluewater Music. They selected the fol­ lowing songs as finalists from 1,088 entries received on tape, CD, or thru www.SonicBids. com: General Category Final­ ists: "Crayola Doesn't Make a Color for your Eyes" by Kristin of each participating county. If you would like to get in­ volved with the Quilt Trail Project by helping to write the stories, drafting or paint­ ing the blocks, or by helping to install the quilt blocks, please call Betty Hurst, Di­ rector of Rural Development at HandMade In America at (828) 252-0121, or Barbara Webster, Coordinator of the Quilt Trail Project at (828) 682-7331. Andreasson, Watertown, MA; "Am I Still" by John & Mi­ chelle Law and Regie Hamm, Seeley's Bay, ON, Canada; "My Brother Paul and Me" by Ron­ nie King, Ravenna, KY. Country Category Finalists: "Operation: Get Back Home" by Dyle Russell, Winston-Sa­ lem, NC; "The Roadkill Bill" by Brant Miller, Dave Woodward, and Don King, Nashville, TN; "Crawl into the Bottle" by John Milne, Villa Park, IL. Bluegrass Category Final­ ists: "Enough of You" by Jeanette Williams, Danville, VA; "The Devil's Road" by Mark Brinkman, Pickerington, OH; "Midnight Blues" by George & Jo Ellen Doering, Los Angeles, CA. Gospel Category Finalists: "Blessed be that Day" by Korby Lenker, Seattle, WA; "Now" by Laura Kaufman, Boone, NC; "It's Like Rain" by Wesley Koontz, Lexington, NC. James Nash, Sarah Hawker, Pat Flynn, and Holly Lowman are scheduled to judge the fi­ nals. Each first place winner earns an appearance on the Cabin Stage Friday evening, an Epiphone® Guitar from Gibson®, a check for $300, and two boxes of D'Addario strings. Second place winners receive a check for $250 and one box of D'Addario strings. Third place winners receive one box of D'Addario strings and a check for $50. Each second and third place winner also earns a slot on the Songwriters' Coffee­ house Friday night. Each final­ ist also receives admission for three to MerleFest with motel accommodations, sponsored by Fishman Transducers, and one-year subscription toAcous­ tic Guitar magazines. Thomas Fisher, First Vice-President at Morgan Keegan, Durham, NC sponsored the cash prizes. Ad­ ditional sponsorship provided by SonicBids, the exclusive on­ line entry point for the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest. ASCAP and No Depression magazine sponsor The Chris Austin Stage. MerleFest 2007, Presented by Lowe's, has recently added Laurie Lewis, Sierra Hull & Highway 111, the Circuit Rid­ ers, and Buffalo Barfield to its talent lineup. Festival coordinators previ­ ously announced an extraordi­ nary talent roster for MerleF­ est 2007, presented by Lowe's, the 20th annual festival in celebration of the music of the late Merle Watson and his fa­ ther Doc Watson produced by Wilkes Community College on April 26 - 29, 2007 on its cam­ pus in Wilkesboro, NC. Among those previously announced as joining Doc Watson and Merle's son Richard Watson for MerleFest 2007 are Blue Highway; Sam Bush; Carolina Chocolate Drops; Cherryholmes; Elvis Costello; John Cowan Band; Donna The Buffalo; Jer­ ry Douglas; The Duhks; Bela Fleck; Paul Gere mia; John Hammond; Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver; Del McCoury Band; Nitty Gritty Dirt Band; CvnraSanc 6 tun In* Rd»' Jefferson, NC 2*640 424 Em Maui Sited |P 336-846-5M3 Sirring the High Country Since 19HX' Peter Rowan & Tony Rice Quartet; Darrell Scott; the Legendary Earl Scruggs with Family & Friends; Pam Tillis; The Waybacks; and many oth­ ers. i a» sSEsSBniBg milrnmim>'«•»**••aoMfciaMMi } Friday, March 30 - Saturday, April 7 Ladies & Girls, Get Your Easter Dresses! 100's of Ladies New Easter Dresses " .JEST ARRIVED! 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The following students were recognized: (front row, l-r) Austin Casiano, Josh Barker, Kelly Widener, Nathan Rash, Dylan Freeman; (back row, l-r) Principal, Bobby Ashley, Glenn Bailey, Max Alff, Dan Zeller, Allison Powers, Megan Neaves, Andrew Vogl, and Media Specialist Sheila Richardson. Breakfast With the Principal is a reading incentive conducted through the library and sponsored by Hardee's of West Jefferson. Citizens from across the community will remember victims of child abuse Fri­ day, March 30th at the Child Abuse Prevention Team's an­ nual Candlelight Vigil. The 12-hour vigil will be held from 9:45 a.m. to 10:20 p.m. Friday on the front lawn at Our House, 203 East Main Street in downtown Wilkesboro. The vigil is a memorial service for children state­ wide who have died due to child abuse. Every 20 min­ utes throughout the vigil, one of the 37 children who died due to child abuse in North Carolina during 2005 will be remembered in word, prayer and song. The event opens Wilkes County's observance of Child Abuse Prevention Month. Elected officials read­ ing the names and stories of abuse victims include State Senator Steve Goss, State Representative Tracy Walk­ er, North Wilkesboro Mayor George Church, Wilkesboro Mayor Norman Call and Ronda Mayor Howard Prevette. Area pastors, educators, law enforcement officers and phy­ sicians will also be among the presenters at the day-long event. Musicians participating in the event include Calvin Bar­ ber, Eddie and Olivia Billings, the Calvary Baptist Church Youth Choir, Kelly and Pre­ HUMAN Birding sley Church, the Rev. Paul Hugger, Tony and Shelby Parsons, the Stony Hill Bap­ tist Church Youth Choir, the Wilkesboro Baptist Church Preschool Choir, and the Wil­ kesboro Baptist Church Hand Bell Choir. Members of the public are invited to attend the event, said Sherry H. Mabry, ex­ ecutive director of the Child Abuse Prevention Team/Our House. For more information on the Candlelight Vigil, call the Child Abuse Prevention Team at 667-5555. The Child Abuse Preven­ tion Team/Our House is one of 34 child advocacy centers statewide. OffiJiW TY These animals are available for adoption. Bits by T Cindy Brook What's That? If you are experimenting with different types of bird food, such as fruit or suet, and the birds aren't eating it, just be patient. It may take a few days for them to recognize the new stuff as food. But they'll figure it out soon enough. Toys • Jewelry • Music • Men & 7 ' Women's Clothing • Boys Clothing Visit our website today! www.jeffersonpost. com (size 10 • 12) • Household Items Rainbow Is a precious calico of 2.9yrs. who is spayed and very socialized. She gets along well w/children and the dogs that live with her. Her owners Nicholas and Alexandria are beautiful malne coon part of the maine coon mix mix kittens. They have the litter of kittens. They have travel and must sacrifice her to with you. Come see a loving home. them Saturday. and Much More! Saturday, March 31 • 7:00 am - 1:00 pm in the Jefferson Post parking lot (on the Backstreet in West Jefferson) sweetest personalities and would love to come home Albert and Victoria are the most exotic markings and would make loving companions. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@stybest.com — West Jefferson Chevrolet Spring Sales Event AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION For 36 Months + $1,000 Bonus Cash on These Vehicles 2007 The All New Silverados - Light Duty & Heavy Duty 2007 Silverado Classics - All Heavy Duty Models 2007 Silverado Classics -1500, Extended Cab 2006 & 2007Tahoe Silverado 2500 Diesel, Ext. Cab, 4x4 Aveo Silverado 1500 Crew Cab, 4x4 Cobalt Equinox 2006 & 2007 Suburban 2006 & 2007 Aveo 2006 & 2007 Cobalt 2006 & 2007 HHR 2006 & 2007 Equinox 2006 & 2007 Malibu / Malibu Maxx WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! See Dealer for Complete Details. Come See the All IVew Silverado 2007 Motor Trend Truck of the Year West Jefferson Chevrolet 1773 Mount Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, KC 336-846-4636 • www.wjclievy.uet � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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The State Highway Pa­ trol tracked the red 18wheel truck from U.S. 221, where the incident occurred, to Person County, north of Durham. After interviews, they arrested Joseph Julian Chandler, 57, of Blanch, NC, a small community in Cas­ well County. Chandler is charged with: • Felony hit and run driv­ ing; • Leaving the scene of an accident; • Misdemeanor death by vehicle. He was released from Ashe County jail Saturday on $25,000 bond. Chandler is alleged to have been driving a truck southbound on U.S. 221 in Jefferson on March 28. The vehicle sideswiped a motor­ cycle driven by Robert Keith Jessup, who was traveling north on the highway. Jes­ sup was killed instantly. The truck, authorities said, did not stop. Jail plans going ahead where the jail is to be built - beside and facing the court­ Awaiting a decision by the house and above the agri­ Jefferson Board of Aldermen cultural services center - is on a zoning request should zoned highway commercial, not cause any delay in the but the seven and a half acre county's plans to build a new Eller property is zoned resi­ jail, but the request must go dential. The town requires a to the town's planning board setback of 15 to 20 feet be­ and through a public hearing tween commercial and resi­ before the aldermen act. dential property, the distance Commissioners Richard determined by the type of Blackburn and Gary Barber commercial entity. The coun­ attended last Monday's Jef­ ty would like to construct the ferson town board meeting to law enforcement center closer follow up on a previous visit to the Eller property line and by County Manager Dan Mc­ develop parking space on the Millan to request a zoning Eller property. variance. The county owns both piec­ McMillan and Sheriff es of property in question, but James Williams made the the mayor and aldermen and variance request at the town Town Manager Cathy How­ board's February meeting ell, as well as residents, are and presented the aldermen concerned about the proxim­ with architectural drawings ity of the jail to the adjoining for the jail and law enforce­ neighborhood. Those concerns led the town last year to deny ment center. McMillan and Williams rezoning of the Eller property asked for a variance to a set­ for the jail facility. back requirement regarding McMillan said there would the zoning between the court- - be no building on the Eller house campus and the coun­ property, but the county needs ty-owned Eller property next additional parking space for door, and a conditional use the law enforcement center permit for parking space. and hopes to use approxi­ The courthouse campus mately 100 feet of the Eller by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor property for this purpose. He said the county would like to get started on construction as soon as possible. Work on the $10 million jail and law en­ forcement center is expected to begin by July or August. At last Monday's meeting, Commissioner Barber said he believes everyone agrees the jail is an important project, but that it has been difficult for everyone to come to a con­ sensus. He said he hoped the town board would help the county with this request. He said Monday morning that this process with Jefferson should not cause any delays with the project, expected to go to bid in early July. Commissioner Blackburn briefly reviewed the project for the town and said the parking space issue could be decided anytime between now and excavation of the site. Not being able to build on the line of the property would lose the county about 30 parking spaces, he said, and these are needed not only for current parking needs at the courthouse campus but also for expected growth. He said even with the additional parking that would be made available through this zoning variance, there would still be a 15-foot embankment and 70 feet of undisturbed property between the law enforcement facility site and the property line of neighbors. The county made an official request on the zoning vari­ ance in a letter to the town on March 27, and the aldermen at their April 23 meeting will send the request to the town's planning board. That board will make a recommendation to the board of aldermen who Photo by Sarah Sanders/courtesy of McFarland & Co. would then schedule a public Florence Thomas, the renowned painter and art teacher hearing. During public comment, (seen here in 2003), has passed away at age 98. Jefferson resident Tabor Bell, who led the opposition to rezoning the Eller property for the jail, said he and his neigh­ bors feel this zoning variance request would encroach on their properties and believe the request should be denied. Bell showed pictures of the courthouse campus to the al­ dermen, saying there is plen­ selling paintings. ty of parking space that could by Jim Thompson After graduation, she went be developed in other areas of Editor Florence Thomas, a paint­ to Crossnore School in Avery the site, and that if the county is granted this variance there er and teacher whose work in­ County for a year of teacher fluenced several generations training. During that time, might be more requested. of regional artists, passed with help from Dr. Mary Mar­ away Friday. She was 98. tin Sloop, she was able to get Mrs. Thomas was born a scholarship to the School of Feb. 7, 1909, on Bee Tree Design for Women in Phila­ Road in the Horse Creek sec­ delphia, Pa. It was here her tion of northern Ashe County. formal art education began. She was the seventh of eight After 18 months in school, children born to Lee Young however, she became ill with and Martha Caudill Young. what was feared to be rheu­ At an early age, her family matic fever and came back to moved to Helton, because her Ashe County. cruitment. In 1931, she married Paul MACH Vice President father wanted his children to attend the high school J. Thomas, and the couple ulti­ Don Long invited everyone to visit the museum and see there; later, he moved them mately settled on the Thomas the many items donated for to Grassy Creek, where Mrs. family farm in Grassy Creek, See Windows, page 5 Thomas attended Virginia- where Mrs. Thomas lived un­ Carolina High School. She til her death. The couple had spent her senior year at Lan­ two children, Betty Lou, who, sing High School, where she with her husband, Bill Plumgraduated. mer, live on the family farm, Thanks to the efforts of and Joseph Lee, who died at her father—who had little age 24. formal education—and moth­ Following the death of her er, all eight children gradu­ husband in October 1933, ated from high school and six Mrs. Thomas took over the went to college. running of the farm, mak­ Mrs. Thomas' love of paint­ ing many improvements. In ing began in school. By the 2004, she, her daughter and time she was in high school, son-in-law placed the farm in she was copying and even See Thomas, page 5 Famed artist, teacher dies Restoration begins on 1904 Courthouse windows torneys who had memorable experiences there. Looking through the win­ Rick Sloop of West Jef­ dows of the old 1904 county ferson and his twin brother courthouse, one could see Roger Sloop in Raleigh have clearly that the future home sponsored a window to honor of the Museum of Ashe Coun­ their mother, Helen Sloop, a ty History needs to maintain former court reporter. "We are pleased to have as much historical integrity of the building as possible. the opportunity to honor our So a project to preserve and mother, Helen Sloop, for her restore the windows is under­ 33 years in service to the court system in Ashe County," way. The windows are being re­ the Sloops said in a news re­ moved for restoration and the lease from MACH. MACH President Gwen openings temporarily covered over for protection. They will Ashley said that restoring the be carefully restored, one by windows can be more costly than replacing them, but be­ one. According to the Museum cause the courthouse is an of Ashe County History orga­ historic structure, preserva­ nization (MACH), Architec­ tionists value restoration of tural Restoration of Winston- the original windows. Interi­ Salem is taking the windows or storm sashes will be added to its headquarters for the for thermal efficiency. To find out more about the restoration work. Glass will be removed and reset and wood­ window restoration project, en sashes repaired as needed. contact Lonnie Jones at 384Old paint will be removed 3188 or call the museum of­ and the windows primed and fice at 846-1904. The temporary museum painted before being replaced will be open for the season in the building. Lonnie Jones, former pres­ beginning today. The tempo­ ident of MACH, is leading the rary museum and office are Heritage Window Program. located in a building directly Sponsorship of the 46 win­ across from the old court­ dows, at a cost of about $1,000 house in Jefferson. Hours each, at the old courthouse is are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday a way people can help with through Saturday. A special fundraiser for this project. Thirteen have been claimed so far, Jones the window restoration proj­ reports. Some sponsors have ect was conducted Sunday a special relationship to the afternoon at Jefferson Land­ old courthouse operations, ing. Musicians Henry Doss of some are memorials to former Todd and Emma Rugg of Hull, courthouse officials, and at­ England, kicked off their in­ by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com ternational tour by perform­ ing for an appreciative crowd. There were also items from the museum on display at a special table set up for infor­ mation and membership re­ A visit from 'the dean' Post photo by Jim Thompson William S. Powell, the dean of North Carolina's historians, was in West Jefferson Saturday, signing copies of his newest book, Encyclopedia of North Carolina, at Skyland Books. Free smoke alarms available If you don't have a functioning smoke alarm in your home, the Ashe County Department of Emergency Management has free smoke alarms available. It involves having either the fire marshal or a participating fire department member go out to the home, fill out a short survey about any existing smoke alarms, and provide some fire safety education while completing the installation. For any who need them, please provide your Photo by Melba Miller/courtesy of McFarland & Co. Florence Thomas and her longtime friend Dr. C.E. Miller enjoy a fall scene. The beauty of the mountains inspired many of Mrs. Thomas' paintings. name, address and phone number to Emergency Management Coordinator Patty McMeans at 2192521 and she will provide the information to the appropriate fire department member for followup. Those who are participating will be contacted prior to the fire department visit. The alarms will not be available after September because any not installed by then must be returned to the state. Easter holiday closings The following closings are announced for the Easter holiday weekend. County offices will be closed on Friday, April 6. The landfill and convenience centers will also be closed on Friday. Town offices in Jefferson, West Jefferson and Lansing will be closed Friday. The offices of the Jefferson Post will be closed on Friday, April 6. Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center will be closed on Friday, April 6. Ashe County schools will be closed Friday, April 6 through Friday, April 13 for spring break. School resumes on Monday, April 16. �TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Willard Clavan Cox Taylorsville, N.C. June 27, 1946 March 26, 2007 Willard Clavan "Clay" Cox, 60 of Taylorsville passed away Monday, March 26,2007 at Iredell Memorial Hospital. He was born June 27,1946 to Willard Jesse and Lou Tisha Miller Cox in Ashe County. His parents preceded him in death. Clay was a member of Church of Christ on Liledoun Rd. He worked as a correc­ tional officer at Alexander Co. Correctional Institution, and at Western Youth Cor­ rectional Institution. He was well known for the years he worked at WTLK-WQXZ, formerly WSTH radio sta­ tions in Taylorsville. At one time he worked at Byrd Am­ bulance in Zanesville, OH. His hobby was working for Alexander Amateur Radio Association where he served as emergency coordinator. He was also a member of ARES and RACES radio clubs. His call letter was W-l COX. He Joseph Harold Calloway Millers Creek May 11,1936 March 26, 2007 Mr. Joseph "Joe" Harold Calloway, age 70, of Fish Dam Creek Road, Millers Creek died Monday, March 26, 2007 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. Funeral services were held Thursday, March 29, at 2 p.m. at Blue Ridge Baptist Church with the Rev. Jerry Francis and the Rev. Dean Rector officiating. The body was placed in the church at1 1:30 p.m. Burial was in the church cemetery. Mr. Calloway was born in Ashe County, May 11, 1936, to James B. and Ina enjoyed immensely his fam­ ily and grandchildren and lending a helping hand to his neighbors. Loved ones left to cherish his memory include; his wife of 27 years, Darlene S. Cox of Hiddenite; three sons, Cam­ eron Cox and wife Jamie of Taylorsville, Scott Hoopes and wife Kristy of Columbus, Ohio, Tim Hoopes and wife Donna of Taylorsville; one daughter, Rhonda Prather and husband Mike of Zanesville, Ohio; nine grandchildren, Caitlin Cox of Taylorsville, Ryan, Dillon and Shane Hoopes of Columbus, OH, Kristen Hoopes of Tay­ lorsville, Dustin and Nathan Maurer of Zanesville, Ohio, Nikki and Warren James Van Rensburg of Spring Hills, Fla.; one great-grandson, Jo­ nah Janes Van Rensburg of Spring Hills, Fla.; one broth­ er, Ray Cox of West Jefferson, N.C.; along with a number of cousins and friends. Visitation was Thursday, March 29, 6 p.m -7:30 p.m. at Taylorsville Church of Christ, Liledoun Rd. The funeral ser­ vice followed at 7:30 p.m. at the church. Minister Jonnie Hutchison will officiate. En­ tombment will be in Zanes­ ville, Ohio at a later date. Memorials may be made to the local Hospice of the do­ nors choice. Funeral arrange­ ments provided by Alexander Funeral Service, Taylorsville, N.C. Condolences to the Cox family may be emailed to alexfuneralsvc@bellsouth. net. Whittington Calloway. He retired from Tyson Foods after 30 years of service, where he was the mechanic for the Roaring River Service Center. Mr. Calloway was a member of Millers Creek Baptist Church. Mr. Calloway is survived by two sisters, Wilma Moretz of Deep Gap, and Velva Steelman of North Wilkesboro; one brother, Tim Calloway of North Wilkesboro. The family received at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Wednesday night. In lieu of flowers, memo­ rials may be made to Blue Ridge Baptist Church Cem­ etery Fund, C/O Mrs. Pa­ tricia Hayworth, 1668 Park Vista Road, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Jean McMillan Hunter Jefferson April 30,1916 March 26, 2007 Mrs. Jean McMillan Hunt­ er, age 90, of Jefferson, widow of Dr. Jack Hunter, died Mon­ day night, March 26, 2007 at Margate Health & Rehab Center. Funeral services were held on Friday, March 30,2007 at 2 p.m. at West Jefferson Meth­ odist Church with Rev. Kick McNeill officiating. Burial fol­ lowed in the Cranberry Cem­ etery. The family received friends from 1 p.m. 2 p.m. on Friday, one hour prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Hunter graduated from Appalachian State Teacher College. She taught school for 37 years. She start­ ed in 1936 and taught twelve years at Piney Creek Elemen­ tary, five years at Nathan Creek Elementary School and then West Jefferson Elemen­ tary. She was born in Prattl­ ers Creek, Alleghany County on April 30, 1916 to Robert Bruce McMillan and Maude Allie Shepherd. She was a member of the West Jefferson Methodist Church. Mrs. Hunter is survived by three sisters, Sue Smith, of Mouth of Wilson, Va., Ruth Daniel, of Oxford, N.C. and Katharine Lessor, of Brevard, N.C.; a step son, Jack Hunter, ofWilkesboro; a step daughter, Sarah Sears, of Greensboro; a step granddaughter, Melissa Hunter, of High Point; several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. Flowers accepted or me­ morials may be made to: West Jefferson United Methodist Church, PO Box 826, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Robert Keith Jessup West Jefferson December 2, 1957 March 28, 2007 Mr. Robert Keith Jessup, Jr. age 49, of West Jefferson, died Wednesday evening, March 28, 2007. A memorial service was held on Saturday, March 31, 2007 at 3 p.m. at Friendship Baptist Church with Rev. Da­ vid Grinnell officiating. The family received friends from 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Saturday, one hour prior to the memo- George Howard Wood NC 28684 or High Country Healthcare System Hospice; PO Box 421, Jefferson, NC Todd 28640. July 21, 1924 Mr. Wood is survived by March 4, 2007 his wife, Thelma Faye HolMr. George Howard Wood man Wood; five sons, David age 82 of Todd, the Baldwin Wood of West Jefferson, Ar­ Community died Sunday, chie Wood of Crumpler, Ray March 4, at his residence. Wood of Lansing, Gerald Mr. Wood was born July 21, Wood of West Jefferson and 1924 in Ashe County to the Mark Daniel "Danny" Wood late Edward and Carrie Mc- of Fleetwood; two daughters, Guire Wood. Mr. Wood served Helen Eller of Fleetwood his country in the US Navy in and Brenda Sturgill of West WWII. Jefferson; three brothers; Funeral services were held James Wood, Rhondar Wood at 2 p.m., Wednesday, March and Melvin Wood all of Todd; 7, at the Baldwin Community three sisters, Grace HolChurch with Rev. Tim Roten man, Rita Grubb and Betty and Rev. Doug Hardin offici­ Grubb all of Todd. ating. 14 grandchildren, 3 stepBurial followed in the grandchildren, 15 great­ Bethany Cemetery. The fam­ grandchildren, 1 step-great­ ily received friends from 6 grandchild and several nieces p.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday, March and nephews also survive. 6, at Badger Funeral Home. You may email your condo­ Flowers 'will be appreci­ lences to the family through ated or memorials may be our website at www.badgermade to: Baldwin Commu­ funeralhome.com. nity Church; c/o Pam Grubb, Badger Funeral Home is in 382 Laurel Creek Rd., Todd, charge of the arrangements. Belvia Stidhams Miller Lansing September 18,1918 March 27, 2007 Mrs. Belvia Stidhams Mill­ er, age 89, of Lansing, died Tuesday night, March 27, 2007 at her residence. Funeral services were held on Friday, March 30, 2007 at 11 a.m. at New Home Baptist Church with Rev. Dan Hess, Rev. Lundy Finley, Jr. and Rev. Joey McClure officiating. Burial followed in the Taylor Cemetery. rial service. Mr. Jessup was born on Monday, December 2, 1957 to Robert Keith Jessup and to Juliette Ashbrook Jessup. He worked as a loan officer for Pinnacle Financial, formerly Appalachian Mountain Mort­ gage. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Har­ ry and Garnet Jessup and George and Susan Ashbrook. He is survived by his wife, Sheryl (Sherry) Lott Jessup; a step son, Joel Biondi, of the home; his parents, Robert and Julie Jessup, of Lancaster, Ohio; a brother, Benton Jessup and his wife, Carrie, of Lan­ caster, Ohio; a sister, Suzanne Radabaugh and her husband, Darian, of Lancaster, Ohio; several nieces and nephews, Abagail Radabaugh, Evin Radabaugh, Kyle Radabaugh, Amber Radabaugh, Lindsay Jessup, Ryan Jessup and Co­ lin Jessup also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. The family received friends from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Thurs­ day, March 29, 2007 at New Home Baptist Church. Mrs. Miller was born in Ashe County on Wednesday, September 18, 1918 to the late Davis Miller and Louse Stidhams. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Garrie Mill­ er; two sons, Dean Miller and Lendon Miller; and a daugh­ ter, Judy Miller. She is survived by five sons, Bruce Miller, of Thomasville, Buel Miller, of Mt. Pleasant, Kenneth Miller and Thomas Miller, both of Lansing and Denton Miller, of Mountain City, Tenn.; a daughter, Luevon Osborne, of Lansing. Ten grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at website www.boonefuneralhome.com. Boone Family Funeral Home, Inc. of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. A better way to donate your organs during National Donate Life Month There is now a better way transplant if they ever need organ circle, your chances of says Professor Steve Calanto donate your organs when one. LifeSharers members getting a transplant if you drillo of the University of you die. Now you can help get preferred access to the ever need one keep going Washington Law School. "It yourself while you are help­ organs of other members. down as the organ circle ex­ is an irony that so many or­ ing others. As the organ circle expands, pands. gans go to people who haven't There used to be just two your chances of getting a "LifeSharers is a wonder­ signed up as donors. LifeShar­ choices when it came to or­ transplant if you ever need ful idea, a way to increase ers is helping to fix that." gan donation - donate or one keep going up - if you are the supply of organs by pro­ "People live or die every don't donate. Now there is a a member. This is significant, viding a personal incentive day based on whether their third choice - donate to other since most of the people on to those who might consider neighbors are willing to be donors who will return the the national transplant wait­ donating," says Doctor Ben­ organ donors," says John favor. This choice is avail­ ing list will die waiting. jamin Abelow of Stockbridge, Landsberg, President of Bot­ able through LifeSharers, the "LifeSharers gives you Massachusetts. "Whatever tom Line Communications in non-profit national organ cir­ a leg up on the list to get a the reasons reventing people Kansas City Missouri. "If you cle. Members agree to donate donated organ," says Amy Al- from becoming donors cur­ are willing to step up to the their organs when they die. kon, a syndicated columnist rently, LifeSharers can make plate and be a donor, then you They also agree to offer their know as The Advice Goddess. people feel more comfortable should have first access to or­ organs first to fellow mem­ "All you have to do is promise with following their desire to gans if the need should ever bers, if any member is a suit­ to donate your organs when help others." arise in your life." able match, before making you die. Seems like a good Third, LifeSharers makes There is no age limit on them available to non-mem­ idea to me." the transplant system fair­ organ donation and everyone bers. Everyone is invited to Second, LifeSharers mem­ er. About half of the organs can offer to donate, no matter join the organ circle at www. bers give other people an transplanted in the United what their medical condition. lifesharers.org or by calling incentive to donate their or­ States go to people who have Because there is such a large 1-888-ORGAN88. There is no gans. The only way to get pre­ not agreed to donate their organ shortage, surgeons are cost to join. ferred access to the organs of own organs when they die. now transplanting many or­ People who join the or­ other LifeSharers members it "It is a fundamental issue gans they would have thrown gan circle accomplish three to register as an organ donor of fairness that people who away just a few years ago. things. First, they increase and join the organ circle. If agree to donate organs should LifeSharers urges ev­ their chances of getting a you are not a member of the get priority if they need one," eryone to join their organ circle. "Even people who are already registered organ do­ nors should join," says Dave Undis, Executive Director of LifeSharers. "April is Na­ tional Donate Life Month - a perfect time to do it." LifeSharers members re­ ceive a free donor card, let­ ters they can share with fam­ ily members and doctors, and language they can attach to their durable power of attor­ ney for health care. FACTS ABOUT LIFESHARERS: •LifeSharers has over 8,200 members, including members in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. •LifeSharers membership has doubled in the last 12 months. •LifeSharers members include doctors, nurses, bioethicists, teachers, students, members of the clergy, and members of our armed forc­ es. • About 10% of LifeSharers members are minor children enrolled by their parents. •No one is excluded from joining LifeSharers due to any pre-existing medical con­ dition. •LifeSharers membership is free at www.lifesharers. org or by calling 1-888-ORGAN88. FACTS ABOUT THE ORGAN SHORTAGE: •Over 95,000 Americans are on the national trans­ plant waiting list. •About 48,000 Americans will join the transplant wait­ ing list in 2007. •Over 50% the people on the transplant waiting list will die waiting. •Over 8,000 Americans die every year because of the organ shortage. •Americans bury or cre­ mate about 20,000 trans­ plantable organs every year. •Only about 50% of all adult Americans are regis­ tered organ donors. with Carolina West Wireless! THE ONLY DEALS FROM YOUR OWN HOME MOTOROLA RAZR Text messaging Integrated speakerphone Speed dial M3 hearing aid compatible ONLY IN A After $40 mail-in rebate and $20 instant rebate Limited time only! WWW.HERITAGEDCJ.COM 1 Tony Lyall LI SATELLITE SALES & SERVICE Meadow Creek Shopping Ctr Hwy 2 2 1 * West Jefferson 846-3601 or 977-1020 Carolina West •^^-Wireless ^ �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 3. 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Long session moving forward, Tarleton reports enter kindergarten that same year. The provision would set the cut off at Aug. 31 starting with the 2009-10 school year. The adjustment would delay the start of school for 15,360 children in the first year, legislative researchers said. Only seven states had cut­ off entrance dates later than North Carolina, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. The North Carolina Association of Edu­ cators, N.C. School Boards Association and N.C. Associa­ tion of School Administrators all support the bill. I mentioned above that The House Education Com­ mittee approved a bill Thurs­ day that would give school systems more flexibility with their calendars. The state's school administrators sup­ port the bill. The new propos­ al would allow entire school districts to start before Aug. 25 for educational purposes. During a nearly three-hour hearing at the Legislature on Wednesday, parents, teach­ ers, students and others spoke out about the proposal. Some argue that the calendar requirements make it diffi­ cult for high school students to take community college courses. Others contend stu­ dents need time off in late August to work and to take family vacations. Both Ashe and Watauga receive a waiver to start earlier due to weather uncertainties. Economy Tourism revenue in North Carolina continues to grow, with more than 45 million by Rep. Cullie Tarleton N.C. House Special to the Post The House moved several significant pieces of legisla­ tion this week, approving measures to improve confi­ dence in the workings of the legislative branch and a bill to make voting easier. In the Education Committee we approved a bill that will re­ turn scheduling flexibility to school systems. In the Ap­ propriations sub-committee on Education we continue to receive briefings on the UNC budget. I was pleased to learn that President Bowles' new Efficiency and Effectiveness (PACE) committee identi­ fied $500,000,000 in savings over the next five years. As I've said before, I think the business of the State should be run like a business and these savings were identified by applying good solid busi­ ness principals. Thanks as always for giving me a chance to share this update and I look forward to hearing your thoughts as the important work of this session contin­ ues. Please remember that you can listen to each day's ses­ sion, committee meetings and press conferences on the Gen­ eral Assembly's website at www.ncleg.net. Once on the site, select "audio," and then make your selection - House Chamber, Senate Chamber, Appropriations Committee Room or Press Conference Room. Ethics The House, this week, re- Post file photo Rep. Cullie Tarleton pealed a law that allowed chiropractors to charge pa­ tients the same co-payments as doctors. Many of my col­ leagues didn't disagree with the policy, (as I don't) but we felt obliged to throw out the law because of its link to ille­ gal payments made to former House Speaker Jim Black. Black acknowledged in state and federal court that he took $29,000 in illegal cash pay­ ments from three chiroprac­ tors who sought the change. He had it inserted as a special provision to a budget correc­ tions bill in 2005.1 supported this bill as well as a new bill that will restore the co-pay­ ment but the new bill will have to go through the regu­ lar committee process. Education The House has agreed to push back the cutoff date for children to enter kindergar­ ten by 2 1/2 months. The ex­ isting law allows children who turn 5 years old by Oct. 16 to visitors spending more than $15 billion last year. The 8.3 percent increase in spending from 2005 is the largest such increase since 1990. Tourism in North Carolina generated about $1.3 billion in state and local tax dollars in 2006, up from about $1.2 billion in 2005. The travel and tour­ ism industry employs more than 187,000 North Carolin­ ians. The data is from a pre­ liminary annual study by the Travel Industry Association of America. Obviously, this is something all of us here in the high country should support and promote since tourism is so important to our economy. Finance Many of you received a mailer from the N. C. Asso­ ciation of Realtors about a so called "Home Tax." There is no "Home Tax" being proposed by the General Assembly for Ashe and Watauga Coun­ ties. Many County Commis­ sion Boards across the State are asking the legislature for the authority to create a land transfer fee to be used for schools, local infrastructures, water and sewer, etc. County Commissions could create only after the people in the county approve it in a local referendum. Unfortunately, the mailer didn't tell the whole story. I want to assure you, as a tax payer myself, I'm certainly not in Raleigh look­ ing for ways to create new taxes. I'm looking for ways to reduce the size and cost of state government. Health The House Finance com­ mittee has approved a mea­ sure that would extend afford­ able insurance to high-risk people who may not otherwise be able to afford coverage. Anyone who has been refused for coverage for coverage for health reasons by an insurer or who has been offered lim­ ited or exceedingly expensive insurance for the person's high-risk medical condition would be eligible for the plan. Premiums for the insurance would be capped at 175 per­ cent of the standard policy cost through a private provid­ er. Establishing the pool is a priority for House Democrats, who say they want to improve access to health care and low­ er costs. A vote on a bill to ban smoking in public places and businesses has been delayed until next week. House Ma­ jority Leader Hugh Holliman said many House members remain undecided on wheth­ er to back the bill. A judiciary committee last week agreed to the measure, which would ban smoking in most restau­ rants, bars, offices and facto­ ries. Holliman says many law­ makers are weighing health interests versus the rights of businesses to decide what people can do on their prem­ ises. I heard from many of you this week on this bill. You can email me at culliet@ncleg.net or call me at 919-733-7727. Best wishes Rep. George Holmes re­ turned to the House on Mon­ day after being hospitalized last week while he was bat­ tling pneumonia. Holmes is one of the House's longest serving legislators, now in his 16th term and we were pleased to see him return. Rep. Homes is an Appala­ chian graduate and a major supporter of ASU. The George Homes Convocation Center is named for him. Other legislative highlights Following are a few of the Bills I sponsored or so-spon­ sored this week. A complete list is available on the Gen­ eral Assembly web site. •House Bill 1076 would waive fees at UNC campuses and community colleges for up to six hours in course cred­ it for state residents who are 65 and older. •House Bill 1115 would create Swine Farm Environ­ mental Standards •House Bill 1066 would Forfeit Pensions for state of­ ficials convicted of a felony. •House Bill 1029 would create Funds for the Ashe County old courthouse resto­ ration •House Bill 1073 would create the Green School Con­ struction Loan fund •House Bill 1075 would create Energy Conservation in State Buildings I have a good supply of the 2007 N. C. State Transporta­ tion Map. If you'd like us to mail you one, you can email me at culliet@ncleg.net, drop me a note or call me at 919733-7727. It's an honor to rep­ resent you in the North Caro­ lina House. Please contact me any time you feel I can be of help to you. Sen. Goss working to make college more affordable Raleigh — Proposals in the NC Senate to increase college financial aid and expand tax credits for parents who invest in college savings plans will help make a higher education more affordable for students and families, Senator Steve Goss said today. "Helping all qualified stu­ dents pursue higher educa­ tion is good for our economy and key to our future," Goss said. "We have made great strides in North Carolina, but with the rising costs of col­ lege and other living expens­ es, we must do all we can to help working families afford educational opportunities for their children." The Senate will consider several proposals this year to make college more affordable. One would increase the mini­ mum award of need-based scholarships from $100 to $500 (Senate Bill 1300). Another proposal would offer more tax breaks for families investing in the NC National College Saving Pro­ gram, or "529" plan, and allow more families to qualify for tax relief (Senate Bill 1040). Under 529s, account earnings are free of federal and state income taxes when the mon­ j 1 Jiappy Easter Saturday. April 7 • Dinner 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Prepared by Chef George Gambill in his 5th Season • Bar opens at 5:00 pm • Piano music by pianist Pteade c i to- Cet udol & author John Steu/art daw- (tutHty arte joutuuy t&e fu*t! • Alt ABC Permits j\iar(< oj Ed pa Call Solo's Momoiy, Kaylin, Kmsnna, Alison, Kariy ok Kay River House M $35 Penw, CUT & Sryle ] $60 SpiKdl Penens p Sale runs the entire month of April! Any LenGTb! 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Goss noted, "A college de­ gree is increasingly impor­ tant in today's economy, and no North Carolinian should be denied the opportunity to pursue a higher education." For further information: Call Steve Goss (919) 7335742. Friday. April 6 • Complimentary Heady Hors d'oeudres 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm • Cash Bar opens at 5:00 pm • Wine Cellar Sale Jrom 336-246-8830 ey is used to pay for qualified higher education expenses. Single taxpayers would be able to deduct $2,500 per year, up from $750, and mar­ ried taxpayers filing jointly would see their deductions in­ crease from $1,500 to $5,000. The bill also would remove income limits so that all families could be eligible for the tax deductions. According to new statis­ tics from the General As­ sembly Fiscal Research Divi­ sion, 56% of freshmen in the University of North Carolina system received need-based financial aid in the 2005-2006 Lot #2 336-903-1076 Tim Hariold Oonoiol Manogar • Mirhool Wyall r*l Mar Inlorndl Sates - Stoll Walls and Josh HartolB Jett "J J' Jollies—IliadCar Manager Sales Manager—Chris Sheets Sales and Lasting Representatives - Jamie Mai Malt Wyatt. Al Martinet. Randy Snyder, (rant Ga Roger Elch < www.omplrododge.ooni • forks and Recreation & • Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church �mm— P»; Public Opinion m % "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter. wmas e fers Editorial Remembering Florence Thomas Travel anywhere in the for Women in Philadelphia. state and you will hear peo­ That was where her profes­ ple talk about the arts com­ sional training as an artist began. It was a process that munity of Ashe County. From the downtown of never stopped—she contin­ West Jefferson to the rich ued learning and growing as programming presented an artist the rest of her life. She returned to Ashe by the Arts Council in our County in 1931, ran a fam­ schools, to the public art that forms a part of every ily farm where she lived at resident's life, art is present the time of her death, and raised her family. But she and prominent here. When you start to trace never stopped painting. When Wilkes Community the roots of all of these College began its continu­ parts of our cultural life, you inevitably come upon ing education program in one name: Florence Thomas. Ashe County, Mrs. Thomas This amazing woman, with returned to what was to her combined gifts as an have been her career: teach­ artist and teacher, played a ing. Soon, students were major role in transforming coming from three states to learn from her. this county. For 20 years, she taught at Mrs. Thomas passed away - last Friday at age Wilkes Community College, 98, leaving behind a legacy inspiring several genera­ measured both in artistic tions of artists, many of creation and in her students whom have played key roles and others she mentored in the development of our arts community. Her insis­ over the years. Mrs. Thomas' love of art tence on originality by her was born in Ashe, her native students encouraged them county. Her seventh grade to develop their creativity, teacher, Miss Perkins, cov­ which has contributed to ered the walls of her class­ our county's development as room with prints of famous a center of art. Now that she has taken paintings. A home econom­ ics teacher at Grassy Creek her leave of the county she High School, who was able loved for almost a century to make copies of paintings, of life, we easily find her monument. It is not in stone also encouraged. or marble; rather, it is in the The turning point in her life, however, came as she hands of her students—and studied to be a teacher at their students, and their Crossnore School in Avery students after them. The County. Dr. Mary Martin touch of her brush will echo Sloop, sensing her talent, through these mountains helped her get a scholar­ as long as our artists are ship to the School of Design inspired by their beauty. Victory is elusive To the Editor: We create our world. Victory in Iraq is elusive is like saying that a successful landing of The Titanic in New York was elusive. We cling to definitions with which we are comfortable even when they do us harm. This administration has been saying for four years; give us another six months. The Iraqis need more help. We need more money. Bush takes pride in saying, "It's now a sovereign nation. They're in charge of their own affairs." It's completely untrue, but they say it anyway. We have framed this in a way that never made sense: "Win or lose in Iraq." There is no win or loss for us. The Iraqis will determine how this turns out. chestrated strategy, they have over 70% of Land Transfers in Sometimes we hear ac­ ratcheted up the "threat" from this county go to buyers from cusations that someone does Iran, perhaps to mislead us outside the county, i.e. second not support our military. This into a new war four years after home buyers. This tax could dishonest play on emotions to generate over $2,800,000 a they misled us into Iraq. gain support for controversial Craig Dudley year in tax revenue for Ashe policies, implies that those home, they'll leave a trail of County. who disagree are unpatriotic. breadcrumbs so the terrorists Ashe County's population Keeping our troops out of dan­ can follow them home. Conis growing at a fast pace. We ger, especially when war is un­ sidering the total deceit of the need more classrooms in all necessary, is never unpatriotic. forceful claims upon which our schools, the library needs What better way to support the bogus case for going to to be expanded, the jail has to war with Iraq was made, why the troops. be replaced, and in a few years The authorities repeat­ should we now believe bush the Health Department prob­ edly put out statements about when he says that "we know" ably will have to be expanded how Iran is helping in attacks the Iranian government is To the Editor: meet a growing health care against US troops in Iraq. The providing sophisticated weap­ In 2003 the Internal Reve­ need. This is just a few of the Iranians support the Shiites ons to kill US troops in Iraq? nue Service changed the rules more pressing needs that we in Iraq. Those laying down The only things missing from on Sale of your home. IRS 1040 are facing here in Ashe Coun­ the IEDs' against our troops this evidence were "Made in Form Schedule D states and I ty and that are doing a great ma­ Iran" stickers. quote "If you sold or exchanged I would like to take this op­ If it's an act of war for the your main home, do NOT (em­ jority of the attacks against portunity to thank Mtn. View us are Sunnis. The Iranians Iranians to help the Iraqis phasize mine) report it on your Elementary, Blue Ridge El­ would never support the Sun­ against us, why is it not an act tax return unless your gain ementary, Ashe County High nis. The Shiite militias are of war for Bush to peddle arms is more than your exclusion School, the cooking, and weld­ mainly killing Sunnis now, not to every Tom, Dictator, and amount. Generally, you can ing class at the High School Harry to slaughter their en­ exclude up to $250,000 of gain. US troops. for taking the time to let the Government propaganda emies? In 2005, the U.S. ped­ If both you and your spouse Commissioners and others against Iran is following the dled nearly half of all weapons meet these tests and you file a explore their schools. (I have same pattern as for Iraq. It's sold in the world. join return, you can exclude up previously toured Westwood The United States sees itself to $500,000 of gain". So unless Elementary School) It was ex­ accusing Iran of seeking nu­ clear weapons. It's accusing as the solution when it's the a couple sells their home for citing to watch the students in Iran of making IEDs' for Iraqi problem. The United States, more than $500,000, they do Kindergarten using the com­ insurgents. IED is our name has overstepped its national not have to report any gain. puters and using the "smart for booby trap which have al­ borders in every way feeding A home seller does not have boards" ( a computerized chalk ways been made by resistance an arms race with the desire of to "quickly put their money blackboard is the only way I groups. Bush is capable of countries to get nuclear weap­ into another house" as your can describe a smart board). manufacturing a provocation ons for protection from us. editorial stated. As to the ref­ The sixth grade students who The Soviets were trying to erence to a "one-time home­ for war. It's been done before. had produced and published With America declaring a spread socialism, and Ameri­ stead exemption", what IRS their own hardback books gave preemptive war on a country ca, democracy. Both found los­ homestead exemption are you us a presentation. I took typ­ we believed to be a potential ing situations, facing popular referring to? ing in the eleventh grade, now threat, we undermined inter­ uprisings that grew with sup­ The actual bill is to be en­ it is taught in the third grade. national law and our moral port from the Muslim world. titled "An Act To Authorize It is as one teacher told us,"we Both confronted people used Ashe County To Levy A Lo­ are preparing our children for authority to enforce it. Is Iran doing to us in Iraq to fighting foreign occupiers: cal Land Transfer Tax". This future jobs that do not even what we did to the Soviets in Afghanistan had never been bill would allow the citizens of exist yet". That is true, even Afghanistan by making sure conquered, and Iraq was an Ashe County to vote whether the welding class at the high Iraqi insurgents have the gear unnatural state, a remnant they wanted this tax or not. school uses computers in their they need to blow up our armor of colonial England. All the The Land Transfer Tax is on work, so we must provide our vehicles and shoot down our future holds for American the sale of homes and real es­ students with the technologi­ helicopters? Someone might forces there are dead soldiers, tate. The tax would be on the cal knowledge to succeed no ask the shrub to explain why and they will die for nothing. buyer, not the seller, so the tax matter what profession they those bombs that they dis­ There is nothing positive to would not affect the equity in choose. It would be great for played as "evidence" of Iranian be accomplished in Iraq. The the seller's home that they are all the schools in Ashe County treachery had English words Soviet army pulled out ol Af­ selling. The Bill also states"In to have "smart boards" in each on them, instead of Persian. If ghanistan in a humiliating addition, a tax levied under and every classroom. the motivation for attacking defeat that hastened the col­ this Article does not apply to a Judy Porter Poe lapse of an empire. This time transfer to the owner's spouse, Iran was aid to Iraqi resist­ Ashe County ors, Bush would be attacking the Bush gang wants war with children, or grandchildren". Commissioner Iran. Following a carefully or- It is my understanding that Saudi Arabia too. When our troops come # Member: N.C. Press Association Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager ' Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette • Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mail room Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. PAGE 4 TUESDAY, AERIE 3, 2007 Letters to the Editor Transfer tax Do you want your home's value to increase.' 1 The wealth that households own in their home is, by far, their major asset. Data from the Federal Reserve show that close to 40 percent of house­ hold wealth is real estate. So when home values rise, hom­ eowners' wealth goes up. This means when owners sell their homes, more cash falls into their hands. But with today's sophisticated fi­ nancial markets, homeowners don't even have to wait to get cash out of their homes. Loans, such as home equity or second mortgage loans, allow owners to borrow against the wealth in their property. Indeed, this kind of borrowing has been an important element in fueling consumer spending in recent years. But there's another aspect to rising home values that isn't as positive for owners. Owners must pay taxes on their homes in the form of property taxes. Property taxes date back to the early days of the country (and North Caro­ lina) and today account for almost three-fourths of local government tax revenues in North Carolina. There is logic for using property taxes to pay for a large part of local government functions. Local governments s p e n d a great deal of their bud­ gets on public in­ frastruc­ ture, like r o a d s , schools and wa­ ter and s e w e r systems. It is well documented that im­ provements in these local pub­ lic services can cause property values to rise. Therefore, tax­ ing the economic base—here homes and other local real estate—that directly ben­ efits from the public spending makes sense. However, a difficult situa­ tion can occur when large in­ creases in property values are combined with large property tax increases. Property taxes are paid out of an owner's income, not his wealth. The problem is that income and wealth may not change at the same pace. In fact, usually when prop­ erty values are rapidly rising, they're outpacing the gains in the owner's income. Here's where a real crisis can occur. What happens if • your property value rises so much—far outstripping the increase in your income—that you can't afford to pay the property taxes? Your only op­ tion may be to sell the prop­ erty. Now, by selling the prop­ erty, you'll reap a lot of cash. But what if you don't want to sell and move? What if you love your home and land and don't want to live anywhere else? Should you have to move just to pay the property taxes, even if you'll be handsomely rewarded for doing so? These are tough questions for which there aren't easy answers. North Carolina does partially address the dilemma for low-income elderly and totally and permanently dis­ abled homeowners by exclud­ ing the greater of $20,000 or half their property's appraised value from taxation. Of course, this doesn't help other house­ holds who are in the same situation. One idea that has been floated is to defer some of the property tax for high-wealth/ low-income owners. Here, qualifying households who saw a big jump in their taxes because their property values soared would not pay all of the associated tax increase now. I«ntnnrl QOmO Instead, some flF t nP in­ of the I IT crease would not be paid un­ til the property was sold. The owner would still owe the to­ tal tax bill, but they could wait to pay some of it at the time they decided to move, when presumably cash would be available from the sale. Another idea is to move away from taxing property to other forms of taxation, like the sales tax. Of course, this raises other issues, most no­ tably for the sales tax, that it may be a tax where lower in­ come households pay a higher effective rate. In some ways, property owners have a love/hate re­ lationship with their homes and land. Owners want their property to be worth more, but large increases in value can trigger big tax hikes. Deciding how to resolve this issue is a big question for local governments. What's your solution? Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ liam Neal Reynolds Professor and extension economist in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics of N.C. Slate University's College of Agriculture and Life Sci­ ences. He teaches and writes on personal finance, economic outlook and public policy. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Three teachers honored for helping migrant youth Our new 4-H Agent, Ms. Jennifer Miller, was the guest speaker and awards presenter. She offered words of encouragement to our for­ by Michael Damian Kelleher Special to the Post On March 5, 2007, the 4-H Migrant Education Program honored former AIM Club youth and ESL teachers in Ashe County. Cynthia Summey, Cindy Fowler and Anne Zacher were honored for their hard work and dedication for helping our migrant youth with their education. Our ESL teachers are an invaluable re­ source and strong advocates for our program. We could not do our jobs without them. That is why the 4-H Migrant Education Program wanted to publicly honor them for their hard work and dedication to our migrant youth. mer AIM Club youth and presented them with oppor­ tunities to volunteer with 4H in Ashe County. Ms. Miller also offered the suggestion that volunteerism would be a great way for our former AIM Club youth to give back to the community, which has helped them become successful in life. There was also time to the students to share how much their ESL teachers meant to them. There was some touch­ ing moments during this time of sharing, which made the night more special. Mrs. Summey won the Leap Frog Leap Pad which she can use in her ESL Classroom for her ESL students. This awards dinner was long overdue and we hope to make it a yearly event. Photo courtesy of Michael Damian Kelleher 4-H Agent Jennifer Miller (left) presents Cynthia Summey with Certificate of Appreciation for her work with migrant youth. New national online jobs site announced Washington, D.C., Thurs­ day, March 22, 2007 - JobCentral National Labor Ex­ change (www.jobcentral.com) has been selected by The National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) (www.naswa.org ) to provide job seekers, employers and states a cost-effective transi­ tion from America's Job Bank (AJB) when it is discontinued June 30, 2007, as previously announced by the U.S. De­ partment of Labor. JobCentral will provide a wide range of employment services to participating state workforce agencies, from job listing distribution to and from state employment web sites to participation in the national labor exchange with other states. The service will also be available to federal agencies for fast response to recruiting needs, after disas­ ters, such as hurricanes or earthquakes. JobCentral will allow job seekers to search over five million (5,000,000) jobs from corporate web sites, newspa­ pers, trade associations, and other Internet sources in all 50 states plus the District of Columbia, U. S. territories, major metropolitan areas, and all U.S. cities and post­ al zip code areas. It will be available free-of-charge to job seekers. Job postings, resume searching capabilities and other services will be avail­ able to all employers in all industries. The service will be free to employers through participating state workforce agencies. Richard A. Hobbie, Execu­ tive Director of The National Association of State Work­ force Agencies, said, "With the planned phase out of AJB by the U.S. Department of Labor, NASWA needed to act fast to help states implement a suc­ cessor. The JobCentral Na­ tional Labor Exchange is de­ signed to do that and more." William O. Warren, Ex­ ecutive Director of DirectEmployers Association, the non­ profit consortium of over 250 leading U.S. employers, which owns and manages the Job- Thomas Central site, added, "JobCen­ tral will play a prominent role in helping employers build their workforce and comply with state and federal regu­ lations by serving as our na­ tion's only online cross-state labor exchange and distrib­ uting job listings to the state and local level. It will be in­ valuable as a replacement for the role America's Job Bank has played in helping employ­ ers meet federal job posting requirements for Affirmative Action Plans and Jobs for Vet­ erans Act compliance." About The National As­ sociation of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) The National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) is an organization of state administrators of un­ employment insurance laws, employment services, train­ ing programs, employment statistics and labor market information and other pro­ grams and services provided through publicly-funded state workforce systems. About JobCentral National Labor Exchange JobCentral National La­ bor Exchange is owned and managed by DirectEmployers Association, a non-profit consortium of leading U. S. employers. Its member com­ panies include an impressive group of industry leaders such as Abbott Laboratories, Analyst International, All­ state, ALLTEL Corporation, Anheuser-Busch, Ashland, Avaya, Baxter, Bell South, The Boeing Company, Capgemini, Cargill, Cingular Wireless, Cintas, Cisco, CocaCola, General Electric, Gen­ eral Dynamics, IBM, Johnson & Johnson, Lockheed Martin, ManTech International, Mel­ lon Financial Corporation, Merck, Harris Corporation, Home Depot, Honeywell, Hewlett-Packard, Johnson & Johnson, Mayo Clinic, Mer­ rill Lynch, National City Cor­ poration, Norfolk Southern, Northrop Grumman, Procter & Gamble, Progressive Insur­ ance, Raytheon, Sears Hold­ ings, Southern California Edison, Southern Company, Sprint, Textron, The Mc­ Graw-Hill Companies, Union Pacific, UnitedHealth Group, USAA, and Xerox Corpora­ tion. Windows continued from front page a conservation easement ar­ ranged by the National Com­ mittee for the New River. In spite of her busy life on the farm, Mrs. Thomas con­ tinued her painting and was able to take more instruction. One of her most important teachers was Carolyn Wyeth, a member of the legendary Wyeth family of American painters. Other study includ­ ed schools in Florida, North Carolina and Massachusetts. When Wilkes Community College began its continuing education program in Ashe County, Mrs. Thomas began teaching art. Over the next 20 years, at the college and through private lessons, she would instruct and mentor hundreds of artists, helping them develop their creativity and express their originality. When she decided to retire from teaching to devote more time to her art, she suggested the formaton of a small asso­ ciation of artists. The result was the Blue Ridge Art Clan, which still is a major force in the local art scene. She continued her paint­ ing practically until the time of her death. Photo by Max B. Tharpe/courtesy of McFarland & Co. Her art and life were cel­ FlorenceThomas studied at the Burnsville School of Painting ebrated in the first full-color book ever produced by McFar- in 1940. land & Co., which was done to est works, accompanied by a to 8 p.m. Monday evening. celebrate the publisher's 25th biography. Mrs. Thomas' funeral will anniversary. The Art of Flor­ The family met with take place today at 11 a.m. ence Thomas reproduces—in friends at Helton United at Helton United Methodist exact color—many of her fin- Methodist Church from 6 Church. continued from front page exhibit. Several were on dis­ play Sunday afternoon. The exhibits rotate, he said, be­ cause there is not enough room at the temporary site to display them all and the or­ ganization members look for­ ward to moving into the old courthouse once restoration is complete. Along with the physical displays, MACH plans to have sound and video exhibits to describe the county's histoiy. The museum, said Long, has been very helpful to scholars and researchers, students have toured the facility; and a traveling exhibit is taken to the schools for education on the county's history. Long said a number of fundraisers are being planned for the museum this year, and supporters are invited to call or visit to find out more. A spe- Subscribe to the Jefferson Post Call 846-7164 and start saving money today! Volunteers and members cial ongoing fundraiser is the bricks project, with MACH are always needed and wel­ historian Warren Pitts paint­ come with the museum, Long ing bricks to be placed in a said, and much appreciation memorial wall outside the extended to all those who museum as part of the out­ support the project. door landscaping. Samples For more information, log are on display at the tempo­ onto the organization's web­ rary museum. site at www.ashehistory.org. Lansing United Methodist Church invites you to its Holy Thursday Service Thursday, April 5 7 p.m. Special music All are welcome! Come join as we worship Jesus Christ For more information, call the pastor. Rev. Jim Thompson at 384-4243. Behind These Doors You Will Find The Most Highly Trained GM Technicians and Most Technologically Advanced Equipment in the High Country. MIDWAY BAPTIST CHURCH WEST JEFFERSONl Toddlers - 10 Years Old cOChevrolet <2? AN AMERICAN " SERVICE R VOLUTION ™GM . 100,000 MILE WARRANTY (Beside Wal-Mart) Saturday, April 7th - Rain or Shine! Registration: 9:45 a.m. Activities: 10:00 a.m. Steve LeaShomb - Pastor • 246-2012 Now Open in our NEW Location West Jefferson Chevrolet 1773 Mt. Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Food! �I'AGI B TUESDAY, AIMUI 3, TUESDAY - APRIL 3 JV/Var Baseball HOME vs Wilkes Central 4:30/ 7:30p.m. Var Softball HOME vs Wilkes Central 5p.m. Soccer HOME vs Wilkes Central 6p.m. Tennis HOME vs Wilkes Central 4:30p.m. Track at Hibriten Porter Relays Boys 4:30p.m. WEDNESDAY - APRIL 4 This JV/Var Baseball at West Wilkes 4:30/ 7:30p.m. week THURSDAY - APRIL 5 Track at Wilkes Central 4p.m. in Men's Tennis at Surry Central 4:30p.m. Husky FRIDAY - APRIL 6 JV/Var Softball HOME sports vs Hibriten 4:30/ 6:30p.m. Varsity baseball loses in seventh inning by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The varsity baseball team traveled to East Bend Friday evening to face the Forbush Falcons in what was predicted as being a tough conference game for the Huskies. The prediction was correct and both teams were evenly matched, but a last inning rally by the Falcons allowed them to claim the 4-3 victory to hand the Huskies their third loss in conference play and set their record at 2-4 in conference. The game opened up with the Huskies at bat during the top half of the first inning. The Huskies struggled against the Forbush' pitcher and the side was retired after three batters. The Falcons took full advantage of the Huskies slow start and they entered their offensive portion of the first inning and following two hits, a base runner crossed home plate for the first run of the game to give the Falcons a 1-0 lead at the end of the first inning. The Huskies entered the second inning with determination to eliminate the Falcons' lead. Keaton Mash opened up the inning for the Huskies by getting on base with a single to bring Kyle Guyton up to the plate for the Huskies. Guyton nearly gained the lead for the Huskies when a long fly ball was caught at the base of the outfield fence by the center fielder for Forbush to record the first out of the inning against the Huskies. Dustin Absher was up next for the Huskies and a single advanced Mash to second but back-to-back strikeouts by Husky batters retired the side with two runners stranded on base with no runs scored. The Huskies did not get discouraged and recorded a quick three outs against the Falcons. Brandon Miller was on the mound for the Huskies and he forced two batters into fly balls, one to Kyle Guyton and the other to Phillip Walters, and then Miller struck the third batter out to retire the Falcons side. The Huskies continued to struggle during the third inning when the first batter struck out, and the second batter flew out to center field. Jake Miller was up next for the Huskies and was able to get on base with a single, but a strike out by the following Husky batter was the third out of the inning to advance the game to the bottom of the third inning with the Falcons still winning 1-0. The Falcons struck again in the bottom half of the third when the first two batters got on base and the Huskies defense could not stop the Falcons prior to their scoring two runs to increase their lead to 3-0. In the top half of the fourth inning, the Huskies were able to cut into the Falcons' lead when Kyle Guyton opened the inning up with a single to bring Dustin Absher up to bat. Absher punished the Falcons pitcher with a two run homerun to cut the Falcons' lead to 3-2. The three following Huskies struggled at the plate, and the Falcons earned three outs prior to another Husky reaching base to take the game into the bottom of the fourth inning with the Falcons winning 3-2. The Falcons were unable to mount any offense following the two-run inning by the Huskies, and Miller struck out two batters and forced the third into an infield groundball for the third out to conclude the fourth inning. In the fifth inning, the Huskies managed to get base runners on first and second base following singles by Jake Miller and Darron Dotson. Unfortunately for the Huskies, the two singles came after a strike out and a ground ball, and the batter following Dotson was retired on strikes to record the third out of the inning and the Huskies left two runners stranded on base. With the Falcons at bat, the Huskies' defense was determined to keep the game at a one-run margin, as they earned three quick outs with Miller forcing two ground balls for outs, and then retired the third on strikes to bring the Huskies in for their last at bat of the game. At the top half of the seventh inning, the Huskies were trailing by one run. If the Huskies scored, the Falcons still had a chance during the bottom half of the seventh.The Huskies rose to the pressure and following a single by Darron Dotson, Keaton Mash advanced Dotson to second with another single. Dotson advance to third on a stolen base to set up the RBI single for Kyle Guyton to tie the score at 3-3. Unfortunately for the Huskies, the batter on deck struck out to retire the side prior to another run scoring and the game headed into the bottom of the seventh inning tied at 3-3. The Huskies faced a tough task, hold the Falcons scoreless or lose the game. The first Falcons batter felt the pressure of the situation also and hit a fly ball to Dustin Absher in left field for the first out of the inning. The second batter for the Falcons quickly fell behind in the count with a 0 balls- 2 strike count, but a wild pitch by Miller hit the batter in the hand to allow the batter a free trip to first with one out. The following batter hit a single to advance the runner to second, and then the game was concluded with a ball hit to center field for a double to allow one run to score and the Huskies lost the game by a final score of 4-3. The Huskies were able to produce nine hits during the seven innings, but they were unable to capitalize on the base runners and left eight stranded on base. Brandon Miller pitched the entire Photo by Michael Graybeal Jake Miller gets a lead off at first during the Huskies' narrow 4-3 loss to Forbush on Friday evening. game for the Huskies for a total of 6.1 innings. Miller had seven strikeouts, allowed nine hits, gave up two walks, and allowed three earned runs. The loss takes the Huskies conference record to 2-4, with all four loses being decided by either one or two runs. The teams' overall season record is an impressive 6-4 and the Huskies will return to action tonight when they host the Wilkes Central Eagles for the first game of the second round of conference action. JV will start at 4:30 p.m. with varsity following at 7:30 p.m. rnoto oy Micnaei urayoeai Phillip Walters prepares to swing for a basehit on Friday during the Huskies' conference game at Forbush. Mat Sharks conclude season Softball loses first conference game by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Varsity Lady Huskies Softball team was on the road for back-to-back games last week when they traveled to Surry Central on Thursday evening and then Forbush on Friday evening. The Huskies split games in conference by defeating the Surry Central Golden Eagles 1-0 but then lost to the Falcons in a tough 3-0 game. On Thursday, the Huskies traveled to Dobson to face the Golden Eagles for a conference showdown. The Huskies were able to gain a 1-0 lead early in the game and held off the Golden Eagles to claim the 10 victory. Danielle Wood was able to get on base for the Huskies in the first inning to set up the winning run for the Huskies. When Brittany Parsons stepped up to the plate to bat, she recorded the only RBI of the game with a sacrifice to drive in Danielle Wood for the only run of the game and the Huskies possessed a 1-0 lead in the first inning. The Huskies faced a tough task of holding the Golden Eagles scoreless for an entire game to earn the victory. With Kendra Yearick on the mound for the Huskies, they were able to hold Surry Central to only three hits throughout seven innings. On top of the three hits, the Golden Eagles drew two base-onballs from Yearick during the game. The Huskies' defense held tough and proved to be indestructible to the Golden Eagles as they were unable to produce a single run. Kendra Yearick helped the Huskies' defense by retiring seven batters on strikes during her seven innings on the mound. During the offensive portion of the game, the Huskies were able to record four hits and drew one walk from the Golden Eagles pitcher. Danielle Wood led the Huskies by getting on base an impressive two out of three trips to the plate and recorded the Huskies only run for the game. Brittany Parson earned a trip on base by drawing a walk and also had a sacrifice RBI in the first inning to drive Wood in to score the winning run for the Huskies. Tiffany Jones and Larken Mikeal each went one for three during the game. On Friday evening, the Huskies returned to conference play with a trip to East Bend to face the Forbush Falcons. The Huskies found the Falcons to be a tough match-up as they handed the Huskies their first conference loss by a final score of 3-0. Forbush possess a highly experienced team this year with a majority of the squad in the graduating class. The Falcons' experience was apparent when they held the Huskies to only three hits for the game and the pitcher for the Falcons; Lauren Harris struck out 14 Husky batters. Forbush gained an early two-run lead in the first inning and added another run in the third inning and then played solid and tough defense to exit the game victorious. Forbush's defense was penetrated with hits by Kendra Blevins, Tiffany Jones, and Whitney Spagnolo, but unfortunately for the Huskies, neither of these hits was turned into runs. The Huskies defense was led by Kendra Yearick, who was on the mound again for Ashe County. Yearick recorded six strikeouts, allowed six hits, and walked one during the six innings. The loss to Forbush was the Huskies only loss in conference play and their record stands at an impressive 4-1 as the teams approach the mid-point of the season. The Huskies will return to action tonight when they play the final conference game of the first round by hosting Wilkes Central with the varsity game starting at 5 p.m. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kendra Blevins (right) stretches to receive the throw from Danielle Wood (left) to get the Forbush batter out during the team's 3-0 loss on Friday evening. Photo courtesy of David Holman The 2007 Mat Sharks team consisted of: Front Row (L:R): Jake St. Germain, Jacob Holman, Justin St. Germain, and Nathan Harrell. Back Row (L:R): Justin Scarborough, Jimmy Hamby, William Miller, and Lucas Miller. Not Pictured- Josh Wineberg, Dakota Elliott, Dylan Lewis, Codie Tucker, Tobie Tucker, Mat­ thew Hamilton, Michael Elliott, Lucas Jones, Dalton Bosley, Zach Bare. the Ashe Wrestling Academy Hamilton, Mike Miller, Dale and the Mat Sharks have Wineberg and Dusty Elliott This year, the Mat Sharks competed. Thanks to the for their long hours and from the Ashe Wrestling long hours and appreciated support. They would also Academy have traveled support of coaches Anthony like to thank Ashe County around the state of North Hamilton, Mike Miller, Dale High School's Wrestling Carolina competing in A.A.U. Wineberg, and Dusty Elliott; Head Coach Keith Phillips formatted tournaments. The the Mat Sharks were able to and Athletic Director Marc Mat Sharks have pieced compete in an astonishing Payne who have made youth together a successful year nine tournaments this year. wrestling in Ashe County a and claimed three state DavidHolmancommented: reality. champions this year.William "The sport of youth wrestling The 2007 Mat Sharks Miller, Michael Elliott, and continues to grow in North were: Josh Wineberg, Dakota Jacob Holman each claimed Carolina's western region Elliott, Dylan Lewis, William an individual championship with more tournaments and Miller, Lucas Miller, Justin for the Mat Sharks, and clinics being held each year. Scarborough, Codie Tucker, had other teammates Ashe County's wrestling Tobie Tucker, Matthew finish in good standings at future looks to be very Hamilton, Michael Elliott, tournaments also. Lucas promising based on the Jacob Holman, Lucas Jones, Miller was able to claim extraordinary performances Nathan Harrell, Dalton Runner-Up at a tournament, of the Mat Sharks." Bosley, Zach Bare, Jake St. Dakota Elliott and Josh The Mat Sharks would like Germain, Justin St. Germain, Wineberg each placed third to thank coaches Anthony and Jimmy Hamby. at a tournament, Matthew Hamilton finished fourth one weekend, and Jake St. Germain and Justin St. Germain also finished respectable at an event this year. With the courtesy of Keith Phillips, Ashe County High School Wrestling Coach, and Marc Payne, Ashe County High School Athletic Director, the Mat Sharks were permitted to practice using Photo courtesy of David Holman the high school's wrestling facilities every Monday and William Miller (left) and Lucas Miller (right) performed well Thursday evenings. This at the State Championships held in Cabarrus Arena in Char­ year was the fifth year that lotte claiming the first and second seed of the tournament by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter �TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 SPORTS Industrial League basketball finishes season Photo by Michael Graybeal New River Motors Tim Miller, Steven Phillips, Jody Cheek, Chad Miles, Tim Church, and Brady Stanley *Hardees of Jefferson ATHLETE mmm «f**WEEK Photo by Michael Graybeal Derrick Eller goes up for a three-pointer on his way to win­ ning the 3-Point Shootout on Thursday evening. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Ashe County Parks and Recreation Industrial Basketball League wrapped up its season last Thursday evening with the Championship Game, AllStar Game, 3-Point Shootout, and Slam-Dunk Challenge. The Championship Game featured the number oneseeded New River Motors paired with the number two seeded Independence Lumber. New River Motors headed into the game with a overall record of 19-1 with their only loss of the season coming from their first game of the season against the Jefferson Post. They advanced to the Semi-Finals by defeating Midtown Motors/ Jefferson Appliance with a final score of 78-54 to be paired with the Jefferson Post. In the Semi-Finals, New River Motors recovered from an early start and in the closing minutes of the game was able to narrowly defeat the Jefferson Post by a score of 65-59 to advance them to presents the Photo by Michael Graybeal Ricky Hurt leaps over a full-size ball rack and completes the dunk during the Dunk Challenge. the Championship Game. In the Northern Bracket, Independence Lumber was the highest seed, as they were ranked second in the league. In the Round of Eight, Independence Lumber was paired with Ashe County Builders, and Independence Lumber advanced to the Semi-Finals with a 53-41 victory and was paired with the winner of the AEV/ Mo's Photo by Carmen Wagner The Black and Gold All-Star Teams competed head-to-head following the Championship Game on Thursday. Front Row (L:R): Justin Grubb, Dustin Farmer, Derrick Eller, Matt Peters, Michael Graybeal, Kyle Denny, Ricky Hurt, Jeremy Osborne. Back Row (L:R): Eric Miller, Scott Patrick, Wes Rousseau, Chris Norris, Dusty Farmer, Danny Jones, Tyler Gilley, Kody Blevins, and Andy Johnson. Boots vs Ashe Chiropractic game. The AEV/ Mo's Boots and Ashe Chiropractic match­ up was an exciting affair. AEV/ Mo's Boots entered the game shooting lights out as they sprinted to a mammoth 102-66 victory over Ashe Chiropractic to advance to face Independence Lumber in the Semi-Finals. AEV/ Mo's Boots struggled in the Semi-Finals which allowed Independence Lumber to sail into the Championship Game with a 66-46 victory. In the Championship Game, Independence Lumber jumped out to an early controlling lead. After the first seven minutes, Independence Lumber had held New River Motors to a small two points while they had scored 13 points of their own. However, fortunately for New River Motors, Independence Lumber entered into a drought which allowed New River Motors to comeback and cut the lead to two points at halftime, 16-14 in favor of Our Athlete of the Week, Brandy Houser, is a member of the women's soccer team. Last week, Brandy scored the team's only goal in the 1-1 tie with WestWilkes and then scored another goal in the 4-0 victory over East Wilkes. Brandy is a key player in the Huskies' mid-field and performs admirably every game! Congratulations Brandy Houser!!! Brandy Houser stop by Hardee's each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! 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KG3BUSN1009L -WE6X100403JP-BW-00174267 NvntthH t£Equal Opportirtty Landar �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Independence Lumber Derrick Eller, Damon Eller, Joseph Moser, David Bowers, Randy Teaster, Shane Hall, Willy Teaster, Chris Barr, Kevin Kurtz, and Tyler Gilley Jefferson Post AEW Mo's Boots Brian Norris, Derrick Roark, Dusty Farmer, Danny Jones, Chris Norris, Mike Blevins, Andy Elliott, and Jody Richardson mi m ASHE Big Dave's Auto Garvey Pennington, Hank Clay, Matt Peters, Marty Peters, Dustin Farmer, Andy Cheek, Jason Pennington, and Matt Krouse ASHE !f| ASHE WMIfllO' Daniel Hayes, and Cody Moss Photo bv Andv Elliott w i i* fb m iff QMMWl Kyle Denny, Jeremy Osborne, Ricky Hurt, Cody Oliver, Michael Bare, Michael Graybeal, ASHE MsSHE IT Ashe Chiropractic Kevin Nichols, Wes Rousseau, John Spagnolo, Chris Taylor, Bill Baker, Chris Shumate, Alex Rollins, Chris Miller, and Jerry Hampton Midtown Motors/ Jefferson Appliance Charles Johnson, Ryan Pennington, Reggie Hamilton, Justin Darnell, and Andy Johnson ALLEGHANY ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUE REGISTRATION Timber Creek Landscaping Todd Chapman, Kody Blevins, Justin Grubb, Kevin Mash, Kevin Brown, Simon Robinette, Bill Fairchild, and Kevin Jenkins "tJiufer JVbw Management" Ashe County Builders Nathan Barker, Terry Miller, Justin Lewis, Wally Smith, Eric Miller, and Zach Vogler Now registering for the 2007 Adult Softball season. Call Joe Caldwell at 336-657-1920 or Alleghany Recreation Department at 336-372-2942 for more information. Manager meeting will be Tuesday, April 17,h at 7:00PM at Davis Field in Sparta, NC. Games begin in May. Dedicated expertise for your unique situation. Wood's Plumbing Scott Patrick, Jamie Wood, Brandon Wood, Eric Os­ borne, John Treva, Nathan Pritchard, Bat Hilliard, Jody Barr, and Devon Church Basketball continued from page 7 Independence Lumber. In the second half, New River Motors used brute force to power past Independence Lumber and outscored them 16-11 in the first ten minutes of the second half. Independence Lumber battled back and had New River Motors on edge in the final minute when they cut New River Motors' lead to a mere three points, but New River Motors converted free throws in the closing minute to claim the 51-42 victory for the Championship. Derrick Eller from Independence Lumber led Odie Gilbert Construction Jeff Vercill, Odie Gilbert, Nathaniel Gilbert, Terry Jordan, T.J. Lemly, Nathan Wells, Daniel Wells, Roberf White, Shane Love, Gordon Fink, Joseph Leon­ ard, and Jeremiah Gilbert representatives from all the teams compiled together to compete in the All-Star Game, 3-Point Shootout, and the evening concluded with the Dunk Challenge. With the All-Star teams being voted on by each member of the league, and then split up between Parks and Recreation Staff, the game consisted of a Black Team and a Gold Team. The game had 17 participants, nine on the Black Team and eight on the Gold Team. In the first half of the game, the teams were shooting lights out in an awing and spectacular show by knocking down a combined 12 three-pointers. The game was deadlocked at halftime with each team having a points total of 36. During the halftime intermission, the participants of the All-Star Game showcased their shooting touch in a 3-Point Shootout. *'3 JO jpg; / • Year-Round Advice & Gu i d a n c e • . Tax Planning & Preparation • Guaranteed Services* Call 1-800-HRBLOCK or visit hrblock.com today Photos by Michael Graybeal Photo by Michael Graybeal Tyler Gilley soars over his younger brother Grayson Gilley for an alley-oop dunk during the Dunk Challenge. all scorers in the game with mammoth 19 points and his teammate David Bowers added ten points. Chad Miles and Steven Phillips each scored 17 points for New River Motors. Following the championship game, Discover how you can benefit from a relationship with your own personal tax professional. to schedule an appointment. 426 East Main Street gi Jefferson, NC 28640 $s H H&R BLOCK* 336-246-7520 *lf you nre not satisfied, you am not obligated to a«.apt and pay tor the preparation of your t«* return. WANT TO BUY The Huskies Brandon Miller, Jake Miller, Darron Dotson, Luke Dotson, Ricky Pelton, and David Marino In the first round of the Shootout, Matt Peters and Derrick Eller finished as the two highest participants to advance to the finals. In the finals, Derrick Eller knocked down a extravagant 16 threepointers in one-minute to be named 3-Point Shootout Champion. Following the 3-Point Shootout, the second half of the All-Star Game was played. The Black Team exited the halftime intermission on fire and ran their team total to 94 points by the conclusion of the game. The Gold Team repeated their first half performance and added another 36 points during the second half. The Black Team was led by Wes Rousseau and Dustin Farmer with 15 points each, Eric Miller followed with 13 points, and Chris Norris, Michael Graybeal, and Dusty Farmer followed with 12 points each. Scott Patrick added seven points, and Derrick Eller rounded out the scoring for the Black Team with five points. The Gold Team was led by Andy Johnson who scored 14 points, Ricky Hurt added 13 points, Jeremy Osborne and Kody Blevins each scored 11 points, Danny Jones scored eight points, Kyle Denny added five points, and Tyler Gilley rounded out the scoring with two points. At the conclusion of the All-Star Game, the attention was turned to the Dunk Challenge. The league had five participants, Chris Norris, Ricky Hurt, Kyle Denny, Tyler Gilley, and Danny Jones. These participants took turns attempting various dunks, some of which included alley-oops off the wall, 360's, dunking two balls, jumping over a ball rack, and one contestant even jumped over his younger brother for an alley-oop dunk. The Dunk Challenge rounded out and concluded the 2006-07 Parks and Recreation Industrial Basketball League. The Parks and Recreation are currently holding registration for the Women's Industrial Basketball League. For information, please call 9826185. LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Dc. Joel W. Yates, DDS PLLC and Friendly Staff Welcomes Spring and New Patients! vM Dr Yates Terri Tasha Foe an appointment tall Angle at 1-336-846-2323 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9 TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS April is Child Abuse Prevention Month We hope you will join in celebrating and promoting April - Child Abuse Preven­ tion Month. During April, ad­ vocates across the country co­ ordinate efforts and educate the American public about child maltreatment. You might see community mem­ bers in Ashe County distrib­ uting blue ribbons and educa­ tional brochures. Please take a moment to talk to these community members and help support the effort of pro­ tecting children and support­ ing families. Last year in North Caro­ lina, over 111,000 children were assessed for child abuse and neglect. 24,000 of these children were confirmed as victims or found in need of services. 37 children died from child abuse homicide during the 2005 calendar year. Nearly 90% of these children were under the age of four years. Half of the chil­ dren who died from abusive injuries show physical evi­ dence of prior abuse. Children of all races, cul­ tures, and education lev­ els experience neglect and abuse. Research indicates young children ages 0-3 are at greater risk for maltreat­ ment. The impact of trauma and violence on the young child's emotional, cognitive and social development can be devastating. The impact to child maltreatment on child development can also lead to altered brain activity and structure among some chil­ dren. Survivors of abuse and ne­ glect may be at greater risk for difficulties in later life in the areas of substance abuse, mental health issues, aca­ demic struggles, teen preg­ nancies, and repeating the cycle of abuse and neglect with their own children. Prevention means stop­ ping it before it ever starts. The cost of child abuse and neglect in US is estimated at $94 billion annually, causing a staggering financial strain on our social, medical, and judicial services. In total, the their way to becoming better direct costs incurred because parents. We need you to play of child maltreatment - for a part in prevention. How? Reach out to a parent or services including hospital­ child in need ization, mental health care, When you see a parent who and law enforcement - dwarf those spent on prevention appears short tempered and worn out, reach out to them. 400 to 1. Prevention services in­ Build them up. Let them clude, but are not limited to know parenting is a tough parent education, parent sup­ job that cannot be done alone port groups, home visitation, - it takes a community. These voluntary services through days many parents are "going social services, Work First for it alone", and some are single Families, child developmen­ parents who are isolated from tal resources, and child care extended family members, referrals. Sometimes mental with little or no help. Let that health, substance abuse and parent know asking for help domestic violence are issues is a sign of strength. Be Proactive that trigger child maltreat­ Volunteer your time to the ment, and being aware of ser­ vices in the community is the many child resources in our first step for families who are county. Mentor a child. If you ready and willing to reach are an experienced family, out for help. When parents take a young family under are taught child developmen­ your wing. Support the par­ tal stages and needs, appro­ ents in our community! Learn the Signs of Abuse priate discipline techniques, and Neglect how to access services for Children who are being their own particular needs, and feel supported by those physically abused may: •Be nervous around around them, they are well on adults. •Act aggressively to adults and other children. •Suddenly underachieve - or overachieve - at school. •Find it difficult to trust other people and make friends. •Children who are sexu­ ally abused may: •Behave differently when the abuse starts. •Care less about their ap­ pearance on their health. •Talk or act sexually at too early an age. •Start soiling themselves. Children who are neglected or emotionally abused may: •Have difficulty learning to talk. •Find it hard to develop close relationships. •Be overly friendly with st rangers. •Think badly of them­ selves. Keep in mind that none of these signs proves that a child is being maltreated, since any one of them could be observed Appalachian State offers SAT preparation classes this April The SAT exam taken by college-bound high school students is a traditional paper-and-pencil test that mea­ sures critical thinking skills. The SAT is a measure of abil- Law protects infants' lives What would you do if some­ one walked up to you one day, handed you their newborn baby and turned and walked away? What would you do? Who would you call? What would be your legal respon­ sibility? The Safe Surrender Law, a North Carolina state law, properly called the "Infant Homicide Prevention Act", gives parents a safe option by allowing them to give their infant - up to 7 days old - with a responsible adult, le­ gally and anonymously. The parent's confidentially is as­ sured and they will not be prosecuted. The risk of homicide on the first day of life is 10 times greater than the rate during any other time. Ev­ ery year, several babies are either killed or left to die in North Carolina by women in crisis, who feel they have no other choice. This law hopes to provide such women a way to surrender their unwanted newborn safely. North Caroli­ na's law was enacted in 2001 after .an infant had been suf­ focated and later found dead in a bale of trash in Macon County landfill. The mother was convicted of murder and sentenced to 8 to 10 years in prison. The law stated that a baby may be surrendered to "any responsible adult". Some people are especially cited: on-duty health care provider, law enforcement officer, social services worker or emergency medical services worker. But "any responsible adult" could mean you. An adult who receives the baby is required to keep it safe and warm, and to call 911 or the local department of social services right away. They should know that the surrendering parent is not required to give any identi­ fying information. The goal is to have the baby adopted into a safe and loving home as quickly as possible. What is the advice for women who are hiding a preg­ nancy? Seek prenatal care. Talk to someone you trust to give good advice. If you do not have health insurance, your local health department or department of social services can tell you if you're eligible for Medicaid. Plan the birth. Having a baby alone or with someone who is not medically trained can cause serious in­ jury to you or your child. It's also terrifying experience to give birth alone. Advice for pregnant and new mothers is available at 1-800-FORBABY. Find more information about Safe Surrender on the web at safesurrender.net ity to analyze and solve prob­ lems in math, critical read­ ing, and writing. For area high school students wanting to do their best, there is still time to sharpen skills; log on to www.camps.appstate.edu to sign up for the ASU spon­ sored SAT prep class. Exams can be intimidating, especially if you are unsure of what to expect. In this SAT class, participants will receive practical experience solving math and verbal problems using up to date information and materials from the Col­ lege Board. Instructors will also give personalized feed­ best. The SAT prep class spon­ back on student essays writ­ ten to satisfy the new writing sored by ASU's Office of Con­ ferences and Institutes is component of the exam. The SAT is a three hour, offered over two weekends 45 minute exam that can be in April. The first weekend, especially nerve-racking be­ April 13 and 14, focuses on cause the score determines math. For the second week­ both college acceptance and end, April 20 and 21, instruc­ college scholarship opportuni­ tors will focus on writing, ties. By receiving an overview critical reading, and test tak­ of the test's format, refresh­ ing skills. The $145 fee covers ing your memory on what 22 clock hours and includes you've already learned, and the Official SAT Study Guide. taking practice tests, you will Group size is limited! Enroll go into the SAT exam with a now at www.camps.appstate. newfound sense of confidence edu to be prepared for this and be able to perform at your important exam. at one time or another. When they continue to occur, and you recognize a pattern, the child could be at risk. Report Suspected Abuse or Neglect All North Carolina citi­ zens are mandated by law to report suspected child abuse and neglect to the Depart­ ment of Social Services in the county where the child lives. Because child abuse and ne­ glect rarely stops without in­ tervention and help, you are helping the family get the services and help that they need. If you suspect a child is being maltreated, call the Department of Social Ser­ vices at 336-219-2734 or our local law enforcement agency at 219-2603. 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St. 16 4 BYU 8 4 4 SECOND ROUND March 31 Kentucky • REGIONALS March 22 & 24 Georgia Dome Chicago, IL Georgetown 2 4 Belmont 15 March 31 Kansas 16 Florida A&M/Niagara Thursday & Saturday Georgetown SEMIFINAL REGIONALS March 22 & 24 Texas Tech 10 Winston-Salem, NC Georgetown National Champion UNLV Chicago, IL Friday & Sunday Wisconsin 15 Texas A&M (CC) • 4 4 4 4 Georgetown Boston College UNLV 10 Georgia Tech 2 Wisconsin 4 4 4 Washington State 3 Washington State 7 UNLV • • • George Washington 11 4 Sacramento, CA Vanderbilt Florida Oregon • • Southern Cal Georgetown K ^ 14 Miami (Ohio) " 4 4 Southern Cal 5 4 4 Arkansas 12 4 4 Texas 4 4 New Mexico St 13 4 4 UNC Continental Airlines Arena Oregon Spokane, WA Friday & Sunday Oregon 4 Margette 8 ^ Michigan State 9 Edward Jones Dome St. Louis, MO March 23 & 25 Friday & Sunday • 13 Davidson 4 Thursday & Saturday Michigan State Sponsored In/ CasiJ Garcia located at Blue Ridge I'laza Shopping Center in West Jefferson Butler • • Easten Kentucky 16 (includes appetizers, entrees and drinks) 9 Purdue 4 4 4 Winston-Salem, NC UNC D INNER FOR 2 Friday & Sunday Purdue FIRST ROUND March 15 or 16 UNCI UNC FOR A COMPLETE • 16 Jackson State New Orleans, LA 5571 Grand Prize Winner 1320 Mt. Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC www.stevejohnsonautoworld.coni 336-846-8939 Beginning April 16th 336-246-7161 336-846-7744 (336) 846-7164 www.jeffersonpost.com 246-2133 V aAAAflMMflBflMMft I �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 11 TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Local churches celebrate Easter with Sunrise Services Tuesday April 3 -1 p.m. 9 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12 hour training, Registration Required! 11:30 a.m.: NARFE (The National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees) will meet at Fraser's Restaurant. A program will be presented by an N. C. Park Ranger. Active and retired feder­ al personnel are urged to attend 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Speaker for Tuesday is Rev. David Blackburn and music by West Jefferson United Methodist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 7 p.m.: Revival at Smethport Baptist Church, Sunday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 4. Rev. Ron Lesley will be preaching. Services start at 7 p.m. Prayer room at 6:45 p.m. Pastor James Sechrest invites all to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thursday night. Everyone is welcome. Wednesday April 4 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon oe Speaker for Wednesday is Dr. Earl Davis and music by West Jefferson First Baptist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 7 p.m.: Revival at Smethport Baptist Church, Sunday, April 1 through Wednesday, April 4. Rev. Ron Lesley will be preaching. Services start at 7 p.m. Prayer room at 6:45 p.m. Pastor James Sechrest invites all to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer Community Church. April 4th - April 8th. the speaker will be Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with special singing nightly. For more information call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thursday night. Everyone is welcome. Thursday April 5 8 a.m.: (Health Care) Interagency Meeting. Come and share information with others about new and ongo­ ing community projects, at Jefferson Station Coffee Shop 9 a.m.: High Country Healthcare Hospice 2007 Spring Volunteer Training. If You Have a Caring and Compassionate Heart & Enjoy Helping Others...then Hospice Has a Place for You. What Do Hospice Volunteers Do? Patient/Family Support Volunteers: •Home Visits, Friendship, Companionship •Provide Respite for Primary Care Givers •Reading Aloud, Playing Cards, •Run Errands or Help with Chores •Being a Good Listener Administrative Volunteers: •Answer the Phones •Make Copies •Filing •Preparing Newsletters Fundraising Volunteers: •Shatley Springs Breakfast •Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market •Golf Tournaments Public Speakers: •Promote Hospice Awareness in the Community by speaking to churches, schools and com­ munity organizations Please contact your local Hospice office at (336) 2466443 to register or for more information. We also have the training on video if you are unable to attend all sessions. Jennifer Richardson jrichardson@hchealth.net Hospice Volunteer Coordinator, Ashe & Alleghany Counties 12 hour training, Registration Required! 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 will be Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with special singing nightly. For more information call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist 6:30 p.m.: Disabled American Veterans will have their Bingo game at Family Central. Thank you, Buddy Greer, (Commander) 336-982-3743 7 p.m.: Session II, 2007— Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes begins. The class­ 6 a.m.: The Annual Fisherman's Breakfast! There will be an all you can eat breakfast at the Creston Volunteer Fire Department Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thursday night. Everyone is welcome. Saturday April 7 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Breakfast will include country ham, sau­ sage, eggs, biscuits and gravy, homemade jams.Get all you can eat for $7.00, or you may just order ham or sausage biscuits. All money goes towards the upkeep of our fire fighting and first responder equipment. We thank everyone for your sup­ port es be held at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Call early to register. 846-0734. 7 p.m.: The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion's Easter Service: Maundy Thursday: Holy Trinity 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer Community Church. April 6 a.m.The Laurel Springs Fire Dept will be hosting a fishermans breakfast and Chicken BBQ. The Chicken will be ready at 11 a.m. 7 a.m.: The West Jefferson Lions Club will hold a Pancake Breakfast the first Saturday in April at the West Jefferson School cafeteria 4th - April 8th. the speaker will be Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with special singing nightly. For more information call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thursday night. Everyone is welcome. from 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. For only $6.00 you get all you can eat pancakes and sausage along with juice and coffee. So be sure to come out and join us, and bring your fam­ ily and friends. This fundraiser is to help support the clubs SightFirst II campaign. For further information or how to join contact a local Lion or come to a meeting at the Winners Circle every first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m.: The Executive Committee of the Ashe Baptist Association will hold it's quarterly meeting with the Pleasant Home Baptist Church in Grassy Creek, NC All com­ mittee members, pastors and anyone interested in the work of Ashe Baptist are invited to attend. Friday April 6 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.:The annual Spring Bazaar & Yard Sale will be held at the Creston Methodist Church Fellowship Hall located off Thee Top Road 12 p.m.:The public is cordial­ ly invited to attend Holy Week Services at West Jefferson First Baptist Church the week of April 2 - 6 from noon -1 p.m. Co. / Pause for snacks during lap 293. DishDVR Advantage. It's about time. Introducing our all-inclusive TV package loaded with our most popular options for one low price. Plus, the everyday price is guaranteed through January 2009. DISH Netwo* a« proud sponsor o(Roush Fenway Racing m the NASCAR BuschSarm INeilal CupSenes' Includes your local channels(csamM wyi Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & Insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman Office* (828)963-4069 Cell* (828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-8616 6:30 a.m.: Easter Sunrise Service Sunday at Mtn. View Baptist Church Preaching will Games, Egg Hunts and Pizza for Lunch-Everyone Welcome. North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, N.C. 10 a.m.:Trinity Baptist Church will be having an Easter Day Camp from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. During the camp children will get to play games make crafts have lunch, Easter egg hunt and learn about Jesus death & resurrection. Ages 4 -12 welcome. Rides available. Please call Trinity at 828-2625751 Mon - Friday from 1 -5 PM for more information. 11 a.m.: Warrensville Baptist Easter Story and Easter Egg Hunt at 11:00 am until 11 a.m.: Helping Hands Ladies Group of Bethel Baptist Church will be having a Chicken BBQ Fundraiser on Nettle Knob Road in West Jefferson. Half a Chicken, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, Drink and Dessert for $6.00. Proceeds go to helping Ashe County Citizens in need. We Will Deliver for orders of 5 or more in West Jefferson! 1 p.m.: Childbirth/Newborn Care Refresher Class. For those who already have a child but would like a refresher of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Class. To sign up call 8460734. 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer Community Church. April 4th - April 8th. the speaker will be Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with special singing nightly. For more information call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 7 p.m.: Regular First Saturday Night Singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church. The Gaining Ground will be singing. Everyone is welcome to attend. 8 p.m.: The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion's Easter Service: Easter Vigil Holy Trinity Sunday April 8 S ® & FOX ew o America's Top Soiling Two-room DVR • Record up to 200 hours without videotape • Skip recorded commercials and the bonng parts Standard Professional Installation 18 months DishHOMEProtection Plan PLUS PICK ONE PREMIUM FREE FOR 3 MONTHS urv* H00 ~ *lVK STAR? —4 % MAGIC e Jefferson, NC 28640 HOME ENTERTAINMENT 336-846-5603 424 East Main Street "Serving the High Country Since 1988" •553513? 551 Y be Rev. Ken Holmes. Pastor Denton Hart and the congre­ gation want to invite everyone to attend! 6:30 a.m.: There will be an Easter Sun Rise Service at Temple Baptist Church. Rev. Robert Patrick will be the speaker. Breakfast will be pro­ vided in the fellowship hall after the service. Worship service will start at 10:30 a.m. The pas­ tor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite every­ one to attened both of these services. 7 a.m.: Sunrise Service at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek. Breakfast will be served, and Johnny Jones will bring a mes­ sage, afterwards. Everyone is invited to attend. 7 a.m.: New Beginning Baptist Church will have a Sunrise Service at the home of Rev. Allen Combs in Crumpler. A Dutch Treat Breakfast will be held at Winners Circle after the Service. Rev. Allen Combs and the congregation welcomes you. 7 a.m.: Obids Baptist Church Sunrise service, Breakfast to follow, Sunday School @ 10 a.m., Worship Service @ 11 a.m. with Rev Tommy Worth preaching. 7 a.m.: Liberty Grove Baptist Church will be holding spe­ cial Easter Services begin­ ning with a Sunrise Service. Breakfast will be served from 7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. with worship services beginning at 9:00 a.m. Rev. John Elledge invites everyone to attend 7 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a Sunrise Service. Breakfast will follow in the fellowship hall. They will not have their regular 11 a.m. worship service. 7 a.m.: Warrensville Baptist Church: Sonrise Service at 7 a.m. followed by break­ fast Easter Cantata/Drama Presentation at 10 a.m.during morning Worship Sunrise 7 a.m.: Easter Service at Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood. Breakfast will be served, fol­ lowed by Sunday School at 10 a.m. and Easter Cantana at 11 a.m. The Congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 a.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will have Easter Sunrise Service. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek com­ munity. 7:30 a.m.: Orion Baptist Church Sunrise Service at 7:30 breakfast will follow. Cantata at 11:00 a.m. 7:30 a.m.: Easter Sunrise Service - Guest Speaker Lonnie Carpenter - Breakfast to follow - Join us for Sunday School at 10 and Church Services at 11:00 - North continued on page12 ASBESTOS HAZARDOUS EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACT (AHERA) SCHOOL BUILDING SURVEY Ashe County Board of Education has completed a survey for Asbestos Materials in our school buildings. EPA has, as required under Section 203 of Title II of the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA), issued a final rule requiring all local school agencies, (public and private) to identify all Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) in their buildings and to take appropriate actions to control the release of asbestos fibers. Accredited personnel have inspected each building, taken samples of all suspected materials, and then after analysis, returned and labeled friable Asbestos Containing Materials. As part of this survey, accredited personnel have also developed a management plan. The Management Plan identifies: all samples taken, those samples that contain asbestos and their locations, the current physical condition of the asbestos containing material, and a written plan to control future asbestos fiber release. All response actions, preventive measures, and removals recommended by our management planner have been completed. Periodic surveillance is required every six months and reinspection every three years. As required by the federal register, records of these procedures have been included in the management plan at each school. 200 all-digital channels All Types of Grading to invite everyone to attend! across from the Creston Fire Department. Good collection of 2nd annual Easter Sunrise clothing, collectables, furniture, Service- non denomina­ Speaker for Friday is Rev. toys, etc. Tickets on sale by tional- held at 853 Cox Road, Jim Thompson and music by members of the Creston-Green Jefferson, NC. We welcome Bethany United Methodist. Valley Charge for an original ALL to attend. Service and The ecumenical services oil painting by Larry J. Lewis. music!!! Attend this truly unique are sponsored by the Ashe Tickets can also be purchased service outside, on a hill top, in Ministerial Association. The at the Bazaar. All proceeds are prayer garden! For additional schedule includes: Worship to benefit the four churches information call Dawn Ellis 336 from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ of the Creston Green Valley 977 6317. 6 a.m.: Annual Easter lowed by a Soup, Sandwich Methodist Charge. and Dessert Luncheon from 9:45 a.m.: Midway Baptist Breakfast at Helton 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free Church (Beside Walmart) Community Building from 6 will offering for the Ashe Free Easter Egg-Travaganza for a.m. until 10 a.m. Easter Egg Medical Clinic will be received toddlers to 10 years old. Rain Hunt at 9 a.m. Everyone is to support this vital ministry or Shine! Registration at 9:45 welcome! Menu on the Hot in our community. Please join a.m. Activities at 10 a.m. Food, Bar: Eggs, Sausage, Baked your neighbors and friends for Games, Prizes and Egg Hunt! Apples, Country Ham, Gravy this blessed time of worship 10 a.m.:Trinity Baptist Church & Biscuits, Pancakes, Bacon, and fellowship. For more infor­ will be having an Easter Day Hash Browns, Coffee/Juice/ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Camp from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Soda. Donations are appreci­ Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 During the camp children will ated. Sponsored by the Helton 5 p.m.: The Episcopal Parish get to play games make crafts Volunteer Ambulance Service of the Holy Communion's have lunch, Easter egg hunt & Helton Community. Easter Service: Good Friday: and learn about Jesus' death & 6:30 a.m.: Easter Sunrise St. Mary's resurrection. Ages 4-12 wel­ Service at Mtn. View Baptist 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer come. Rides available. Please Church. Preaching will be Rev. Community Church. April call Trinity at 828-262-5751 Ken Holmes. Pastor Denton 4th - April 8th. the speaker Mon - Friday from 1 -5 PM for Hart and the congregation want Speaker for Thursday is Rev. Art Eaton and music by Fletcher Memorial Baptist. The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Grading more information. 10 a.m.: Come join the fun at our Easter Egg Hunt - Fun and Mf.lU XJMMNT m r i o u UIMIUII IIMM Asbestos does not need to be removed from a building to control fiber release. Fiber release can be controlled by encapsulation, enclosure, and/or repair. When Asbestos Containing Materials are handled properly, fiber release can be far below the North Carolina "Acceptable for Occupancy" level of 0.01 fibers/cc. The completed Management Plan is on file in the administrative office and individual school offices, and can be examined on any school day during normal working hours. �TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2007 PAGE 12 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Ashe County Democratic Party holds convention April 14 continued from page 11 Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, N.C . 10 a.m.:The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion's Easter Service: Easter: Holy Trinity 10 a.m.: "My Savior, My God" will be presented by the Friendship Baptist Church Choir. Beautifully arranged by Richard Kingsmore, this 40minute musical not only tells the story of Jesus' final hour on this earth, but in the process, looks at the three people who knew Him in an earthly way before His crucifixion and res­ urrection, and afterward, came to understand the eternal truth Jesus Christ that changed their lives for eternity. Featuring powerful songs, moving narra­ tion and drama, this musical will help you to see beyond the "story" of Jesus to the per­ sonal reality of his death and resurrection. Minister of Music Jeremy Kilgore & Pastor, Rev. David Grinnell and congrega­ tion welcome you 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies everyone to come. 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer Community Church. April 4th - April 8th. the speaker will be Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with special singing nightly. For more information call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 Monday April 9 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The April meeting on April 9 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The pro­ gram will include a discus­ sion of raising apple trees and organic gardening by Ron and Suzanne Joyner. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in ly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies everyone to come. Saturday April 14 9 a.m.: Warrensville Baptist Mission Day for youth from 9:00 am to noon. 10 a.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Party will hold their Annual County Convention at the party head­ quarters in West Jefferson. Keynote speeaker will be Representative Cullie Tarleton. All intrested persons are encouraged to attend. 10 a.m.: Sibling Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Free Classes are offered to children 2-6 years of age, designed to prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734. Sunday April 15 11 a.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Road in Todd will have reviv­ Guest Minister will be Carroll al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Flannery. Special singing night­ Hart will be the guest evan­ ly. Pastor Galvin Jones and gelist. Special singing will be congregation invies everyone featured each night. Everyone to come. is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Tuesday April 10 Monday April 16 the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Tuesday April 17 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Wednesday April 18 11:30-1p.m.: ACT Against Cancer Community Meeting: Come and help plan Ashe County's educational and sup­ 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have revival April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evangelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Sunday April 22 11 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a special singing on Sunday morning at Thursday April 19 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. the 11 a.m. service with Solid Rock siniging. special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th Friday April 20 Monday April 23 3 p.m.- Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3:00 pm until 4:30 pm. 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Raw/s as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. port sessions to assist in the fight against cancer. Volunteers needed for Women-ln-Touch to help newly diagnosed breast 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home cancer survivors navigate the Baptist Church on Three Top Road In Todd will have reviv­ complex seas of treatment and to help educate young women al April 15-21. Rev. Denton about the need for self breast Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview exam, clinical exam and if Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Baptist Church. Rev. Neil over 50 mammograms. Dutch featured each night. Everyone Guest Minister will be Carroll Hatfield will be the guest Treat lunch at Morning Star is invited to attend. Pastor is Flannery. Special singing night­ speaker. Service begins April Resturant. Call the Office of Rev. Ken Holmes. ly. Pastor Galvin Jones and 15 through Wednesday, April Ashe Healthy Carolinians at congregation invies everyone 18. Special Music each eve­ 846-0781. to come. ning. Rev. Larry Powers and 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview congregation invite everyone Baptist Church. Rev. Neil 8a.m.-9 a.m.: Fit as a Fiddle to attend. Youth will receive Hatfield will be the guest on the Locomotion Traila special blessing rom Rev. speaker. Service begins April Special kick-off celebration of 1 p.m.: Wilkes Community Hatfield's messages. For more 15 through Wednesday, April the West Jefferson Downtown College - Ashe Campus is information, call Rev. Powers at 18. Special Music each eve­ Pedestrian Trail. Plan now to offering Required Annual 336-246-9073. ning. Rev. Larry Powers and come and celebrate with fid­ Training/Egress: From 1:00 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing congregation invite everyone dlers, artisans and the West p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Ashe Springs Baptist Church, to attend. Youth will receive Jefferson businesses prior Center. Class is designed for Crumpler, North Carolina: a special blessing rom Rev. to the start of Ashe County small businesses and industry. Sunday Morning, April 15, at Hatfield's messages. For more Springfest at West Jefferson Elementary School. Great Tuition is free. 11 a.m. through Wednesday information, call Rev. Powers at early morning music and an 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. 336-246-9073. opportunity to sign up for a 4Baptist Church on Old 16 in Rev. Charles Cain will be the 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. visiting speaker, and there will Church will have Revival week Walking Challenge. Free Guest Minister will be Carroll be special singing at each ser­ Services on April 18-22 with a Pedometers to the first 250 Flannery. Special singing night­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, special emphasis on Youth and walkers to sign up for the pro­ ly. Pastor Galvin Jones and and the congregation extend a Older Children. Services begin gram! 5 new sidewalk artworks congregation invies everyone cordial invitation to all to attend at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew have been installed at the 1/5 Rawls as the guest speaker. points in the trail. All walkers to come. these services. are encouraged to attend and 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor team pictures will be taken. For Church in West Jeffeson will invites you to attend. more information call The Ashe have revival on April 15-18 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist County Chamber of Commerce, 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol with Rev. Clayborn Roten as Church in West Jeffeson will The Ashe County Arts Council 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in 7 p.m.: Revival a Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7. p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. or the Office of Ashe Healthy Carolinians at 846-0781 Saturday April 21 Wednesday April 11 nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. 7 p.m.: Bald Mt Baptist Church announces that the North Carolina Baptist Singers will be in concert at Bald Mountain.These singers 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April Rev. Lloyd Day will 22-27. bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Wednesday April 25 7 p.m.: Revival a Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April Rev. Lloyd Day will 22-27. bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Thursday April 26 7 p.m.: Revival a Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. are from across the state in our Baptist Churches. Brother David Phillips Associational Choir Directorand Bald MtChoir 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist director invite you to come here Church will hold revival April this special group of singers. 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will Rev. Lawrence Goodman is the bring the message with special pastor and invites you to attend singing each night. Pastor Rev. the Bald Mt. Baptist Church Clayburn Roten and congrega­ 7 p.m.: Revival a Scottville tion invite you to attend! Baptist Church Monday 23 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church through Friday 27. Bro. Ray Revival April 22nd thru 27th K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway nightly with special singers Baptist Church in Boiling each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal Springs, S.C. will be bring­ pastor welcomes you. ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival a Scottville 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Baptist Church Monday 23 Church will hold revival April through Friday 27. Bro. Ray 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway bring the message with special Baptist Church in Boiling singing each night. Pastor Rev. Springs, S.C. will be bring­ Clayburn Roten and congrega­ ing the message each night. tion invite you to attend! Special singing. Pastor Reeves 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Jones and congregation invives Revival April 22nd thru 27th everyone to attend. nightly with special singers 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal Church will hold revival April pastor welcomes you. Rev. Lloyd Day will 22-27. bring the message with special Friday April 27 Tuesday April 24 continued on page 13 IT'S HAPPENING NOW! Thursday April 12 Screening at Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call toschedule at 846-0744. 1 p.m.: The FREE Annual 4\SME COUNTY MOTORS Prostate Cancer Screening sponsored by the Jefferson's Rotary Club will take place from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at Ashe Memorial Hospital in the Outpatient Clinic on 3rd floor. Please call Mountain Hearts at 846-0744 to make an appoint­ ment to have your PSA drawn on March 30th and to schedule your appointment for April 12th for your screening. 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies everyone to come. Friday April 13 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. 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Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Saturday April 28 9 a.m.-12p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central during the Week of the Young Child Celebration- This is another opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Ongoing Events Wilkes Community College - Ashe Center is offering: Home Inspection Exam Review On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free Smoke Detector for your home! It involves having either our fire marshal or a participat­ ing local fire department mem­ ber go out to your home, fill out a short survey about any exist­ ing smoke alarms and provide some fire safety education while completing the installation. This is made possible through the Ashe County Emergency Management Office. Call Community Outreach with your name, address and phone number and it will be passed on to the Office of Emergency Management and you will be contacted. Call 846-0781. Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking vol­ unteers for upcoming fund raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your dona­ tions for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the Dog Park IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be available. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385-6129 or 336-877-7835 Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are Underway!! Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes@ bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com Our elementary schools need your help! Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for chil­ dren in conjunction with a visit­ ing author program about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336982-4200 for information on how you can help. school. You can save and drop them off at Westwood School before the year ends. This is an ongioing event from year to year, so help us by saving those Box Tops today! Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold March services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia, tendinomuscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-8467492 mailbox #7, or 828-4061985 for an appointment and directions. and child care is provided for all worship services. The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Raffle to Benefit Alleghany Animal Shelter - Win our "Spring has Sprung" Gift Collection! Collection includes unique tea pot donated by Cater Pots (valued at $130), lots of other unique gifts donated by local merchants, and a certificate for a FREE spay/neuter! Tickets are $1 ea. or 6 for $5. Buy your tickets at Twin Oaks Vet Hospital or The Fashion Zone in Sparta, NC! Drawing to be Held March 20! Watch the drawing LIVE on Channel 50! For more info, call Robyn at 336-363-9187. The Ashe County GardenClub Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions THECHILDBIRTH/NEWBORN CARE CLASSES AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL WILL NOW BE HELD ONTHURSDAY EVENINGS (NOT TUESDAYS) AT 7 p.m. BEGINNING ON THURSDAY FEBRUARY 8TH. The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. "The Jesus Experiment" at FaithBridge Ever wonder, "So what's the big deal about Jesus?" Many people are interested in Jesus, respect him, even worship The AsheCounty Garden Club him, but question why his life, meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The death, and resurrection are FaithBridge March meeting on March 12 so important. will be at Smoky Mountain United Methodist Church's next Barbecue. The program will sermon series will address this include a discussion of the question and will encourage us to not only THINK about spring care and pruning of ornamental trees and shrubs by Christian discipleship but TRY Bryan Davis, who works for the IT OUT, through what we will Agricultural Extension Service. call "The Jesus Experiment". Anyone who would like more Beginning February 11th and information on the club may call concluding Easter Sunday, April 8th, our pastor's sermons Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. will walk through the Gospel of Small Group Opportunity for Newly Married and Engaged Mark week by week, focusing Couples. FaithBridge United on Jesus and his challenge: Methodist Church is offering "Follow Me." In each sermon a new Small Group for Newly in this series, we will receive the "Experiment of the Week" Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage which will allow us to put relationships. This small into practice our discipleship Jesus). The group will provide fellowship (following opportunities with other community is invited to join us couples just starting out, as in participating in "The Jesus well as offer teaching from a Experiment". If you've always video-based curriculum by wanted to understand more two Christian counselors who about who Jesus is and why He are experts on marriage, Les is so important, this is a sermon and Leslie Parrott. The small series you will not want to miss! group will be facilitated by Rev. Come grow with us, by walking Marianne Romanat, pastor alongside Jesus and getting to of FaithBridge.This group will know Him. meet in the home of Kyle and FaithBridge United Methodist Elise Sigmon in Boone, for Church worships on Sundays Directions call: 828-295-8333 at 11 a.m. at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium (the on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March former Blowing Rock Stage Company location) on Sunset 7th and ending May 9th. Desserts and coffee will be Drive in Blowing Rock. Our provided by the church, and worship style is informal and nontraditional. Dress is casual child care will be available upon and free quality child care is request. For more information about provided. To find out more this small group opportunity, about us, visit our website at contact FaithBridge United www.faithbridgeumc.org or call Methodist Church at 828-295- (828) 295-8333. 8333 or visiting the church's Edward Elliott, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., website: www.faithbridgeumc. is now accepting patients at org . FaithBridge worships on the Crossroads Counseling Sundays at 11 am at the Blowing Services clinic, located in Edward is Rock School Auditorium on Jefferson, NC. Sunset Drive. Dress is casual a board certified licensed meets on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. If you have an interest in gardening and you would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for further information. Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Sign up is under way for the 21st Annual Ashe County Checkers Classic. The tournament is played at the Deluxe Barber Shop in West Jefferson during February and is sponsored by Miller Insurance and Deluxe Barber Shop. All serious checkers players come by or call 8465471 for more information. Rook Tournaments at New River Volunteer Fire Department on first and third Saturday night of each month through March. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment o'f aciite and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10a.m.-12p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Ashe County Recreation is and considering hosting a youth boys' and girls' 7th & 8th grade basketball league. This is in response to requests from the community and from the expressed concern that this age group has recreation needs that aren't being met. We wish to provide an opportunity for this age group to play in an organized league that is well run. Because of the extensive management of such a league, we want to make sure that there is enough interest in the community to justify having this league. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing in this league please contact us at 982-6185 or stop by our main office located at the Family Central complex. Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles, 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. - Melba Gray, Hairstylist WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program Parks April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. find lEfid&d BELINDA'S HAIR DESIGN 113 North Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 Salon: 846-7047 Home: 246-2027 Cell: 977-6790 Haircuts - $10"° • Perms - $35°° • Color - $35°° Q)m& Uv md Let Melba,jive you,a, Spread "Do for Easter! The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 2975346 Westwood Elementary is currently having a "Phone Raiser" and we need your help! We are collecting used cell phones to be recycled and make cash for our school. You can drop those used cell phones off at the Main Office at Westwood or send them in with a student. Visit the Yadkin Valley Bank office that's closest to you and take advantage of these limited-time CD rates! You'll see that when it comes to great rates and impressive service, we're a perennial choice. * Annual percentage yield accurate as of 3/19/07. Available for personal accounts only. Minimum deposit of $500 toopen and earn stated APY. Customers are required to have another deposit relationship to receive this CD rate. May not be used with IRA rollover. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals. Account insured up to $100,000. 20-Month CD 9-Month CD 3-Month CD Limited Time Only! Limited Time Only! Limited Time Only! 5.40fc 5.30APY* 5MPY* Westwood Elementary is a member of the 'Box Tops for Education' and Cambell's UPC program. Many products that you buy and use on your grocery list have them! The Box Tops and UPC Codes add up fast and help support the Member FDIC YADKIN VALLEY BANK www.yadkinvalleybank.com Elkin - 336-526-6301 East Bend - 336-699-2930 Yadkinville - 336-677-2000 i - 336-838-3300 Jefferson - 336-246-4555 Jonesville - 336-835-6197 North Elkin - 336-526-6372 336-246-9800 -1488 Mt. Jefferson Rd. Wilkcsboro - 336-838-0123 336-246-4644 - 107 North Fifth Ave. J �PAGE 14 JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2007 Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 140-Help Wanted CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION . In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. j Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. j Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal ! check. Visa or Master Card) 140-Help Wanted Ashe County Public Library is seeking a Youth Services Specialist. Schedules, plans promotes and presents age-appropriate programs for children and teenagers: coordinates library's outreach services to local daycares and schools: other duties as assigned. Requires bachelors degree or completion of at least 2 years college and three years of public library experience plus considerable experience working with children. Computer skills required. 40 hours/week plus benefits. Apply in person at the Employment Security Commission at Family Central. Closing date April 14th. RHA HEALTH SERVICES is taking applications for a Home Manager position located in Deep Gap, NC. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating activities of approximately 26 Direct Support Staff and managing operations of a 15 bed non-ambulatory ICF/MR facility. Qualifications: at least 2 years supervisory experience, high school diploma, valid driver's license, flexible work schedule and experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Qualified applicants can apply at 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC 28618 or call 828-262-5450 DRIVER TRAINING Driving a trator-trailer is the 3rd fastest job-growth category in the U.S. Professional drivers earn top-pay, great benefits, and a secure future. Wilkes Community College and SAGE Technical Services have teamed together to offer the best training available. Get your CDL and be ready to work in 6 weeks. 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Our readers are hero by Alleghany Employment informed that all dwellings Security Commission, advertised in this newspa­ PO Box 996, per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ Sparta, NC 28675. plain of discrimination call Criminal records check HUD toll-free at and pre-employment 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number drug testing is required. for the hearing impaired is EOE/AAE. 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Missing from West View Terrace in West Jefferson on or around March 5, an 8 month old long hair, blue/gray neutered male cat with long bushy tail. Answers to Smokey. Reward offered for his return. Call 982-2309 or 877-1102. Fax work history to 828-963-8610. Call Robert for appointment 828-963-8607 WANTED: An MOA or Phlebotomist for a clinical position in a busy Family Medicine Practice. Computer proficiency a must. Interested applicants should send resumes to: Ashe Medical Associates PO Box 765, Jefferson, NC 28640, or drop them by the office M-F, 7:30 am - 7:30 pm or Sat 8 am - noon. Apply online at www.schwansjobs.com. For questions call (757) 538-8202 or (888) 650-2775 EOE 235-Christmas Trees For for flexible schedule to drop by (visits-not a sitter) weekends: Fraser Fir run. Also, have trans­ plants. 276-579-7733 Fax work history to 828-963-8610 Call Robert for appointment 828-963-8607 Classifieds Sale: Seedlings, 3-0's, bed- CDL's Required. Caregiver MOVING SALE Fri., Sun., Mon. April 6,8 & 9 7:30 a.m.-until Rain or shine! Cherry bedroom suite, with full bed. Twin day bed, old wooden tool chests, ladies and children's clothes and shoes, piano music, encyclopedias, toys, old bottles, antique mirror, books, old Christian art prints, old glassware, lamps, ironing board, old telephone table ("gossip bench"), old kitchen step stool, Victorian china and glassware, mid-twentieth century china, TorsoTrack, and much more. Location: 608 North Main St. Jefferson, NC. 1/2 mile north of Carolina Printing, on Old Hwy. 16, on the right from Jefferson toward Ashe Park. THREE FAMILY YARD SALE SAT, APRIL 7 7AM - UNTIL Location: 1250 Wade Bare Road Jefferson Schwan's Home Service, Inc., Can offer you: PAID Training! Great BENEFITS! NEEDED: TRUCK DRIVER The 260-Garage/Yard Sales Toys, kids clothes, tools. Various items will be sold. Customer Service Managers Route Sales Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Hiring Experienced Compspur Arkansas Black Apple DF Red Delicious Apple DF Alberta Peach from Stark Alberta Queen Peach 2 Apricot Trees 3 Lilac Bushes Pin Oak Hydrangea Tree Boxwoods, large You dig. 336-385-9438 Schwan's Home Service, Inc., a leader in food sales and delivery for over 50 years, is seeking entrepreneurial individuals to join our growing team. Need a new job? 90-Elderly Care Shrubbery for Sale Your next big career move starts right here! J.Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Shop 235-Shubbery For Sale: Heavy duty Call 336-982-2724 Fraser Fir Transplants 65e each. Negotiable pricing depending upon quantity and who lifts plants. 20,000 available. 828-898-2970. Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. WANTED: Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. For Sale: Bob Timberlake Artist Proof, #74 of 75, Portrait of Zinnias. $800. Noritake China, Crestmont pattern, service for 8, $300. Call 336- 982-5845 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 310-Musical E *J M:iiicn -j M J [«kOi We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy. sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 410-Motorcycles/ 4-Wheelers For Sale: 1980 Harley Davidson, 80ci FLH Police Bike. Many new internal engine parts. This is a riding bike, not a show bike. Bought boat, must sell bike. $7500 firm. No tire kickers, please. Call 336-384-1074 after 6 pm. For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 Gus is a 1-2 yr. old, all black, male rottie/lab mix. He's a HUGE dog weighing about 100 lbs. Gus is a big softie who loves to play and craves human atten­ tion. He would be OK with other dogs that are submissive, but he wants to be the king of the castle. Gus needs an experienced large breed dog owner to adopt him because his size can be over­ whelming. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shel­ ter in Sparta at 336372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.pelfinder.com 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC *One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments • 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available • tu I KOUAl MOUSMO OPPORTUNITY KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time 2 times $9.50 $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. Whitfield Tree Setter in very good condition. 300Miscellaneous 290-Horses & Livestock Wanted to buy: Miniature Jenny Donkey. Please call 336-977-9309 PLACEYOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 Jack is a 3 yr. old, male, chow/shepherd mix needing a new home. Jack is a VERY mellow and gentle boy. He'd be great in any family. Jack is very easy to handle on a leash, and loves peo­ ple and attention. Jack is already 100% house­ trained tool Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 505-Modular Homes for Sale FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Tammy 982-5451 or 977-3614 MODULARS! MODULARS! Arriving Daily. Come by and look or call for Appointment 336-973-2335 Ask for Joe. 530-Lots~& Acreage MILLION DOLLAR LIQUIDATION!!! All display Models must go!!! Come and take a look.... Save thousands. New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 Check Out the Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1115Professionals :7il -J: I MM I M m FOR HIRE Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers NEW DEALERSHIP: New Generation Homes!! Independently owned!! Save thousands!! We are not the same as all the others!!! Come and take a look!!! New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 ONE ONLY!!! 1620 SQ ft. 28x64 Double Wide. Thermopane windows, dishwasher, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, delivered and setup for ONLY $ 49,995.00 New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 Private Setting!!! Horton Double Wide set up on over 1 acre of land, close to the lake!! Beautiful private Mountain views. Ready to move in. Priced at tax value. $89,900.00 Call Mark 336-973-4462. Single Wide Special!!! 2 or 3 bedroom. Vinyl Siding and shingle roof. Appliances included.... set and delivered for only $24,995.00. New General Homes 336-973-4462. SINGLEWIDE SALE!! Arriving Daily New 2007 models 2,3, and 4 2 Bath Bedrooms Homes with Shingle Roof and Vinyl Siding. We will MEET or BEAT anyone's prices. Call 336-973-2336 2 bedroom/2 bath mo­ bile home on 2 acre SUPER SPECIAL: 4 bedroom with den, 2x6 lot. Appliances. No exterior walls, extend­ smoking or pets inside. ed roof pitch, 8' $400 per month, $400 side walls... ONLY security deposit. 1 year $59,995.00 and that in­ lease and references cludes delivery and set required. 336-384-3913 up. Order now and pick your own colors!!! 5 2 Bedroom / 2 bath year warranty!! New mobile home 3 miles Generation Homes North of Jefferson. No 336-973-4462 pets. Security. Call Mobile Home with big yard. $450 month plus deposit and reference. Located on Friendship Special is an older Road, Jefferson. Call terrier mix female and 336-846-9736 is a special-needs dog. She lost her front left 500-Mobile paw in an accident Homes for Sale several years ago. She does fine with 1980 Oakwood her 3 remaining feet, Mobile Home but other dogs tend to 14x55 Good condition pick on her because of Partiallyfurnished this disability. She is For more information an inside house dog call 336-246-9258 that is paper trained. APPROVAL She would really like a PROBLEMS? house with a fenced in Now There Is A Way yard because she is We Could Help not used to walking on Through Our a leash. NEW SILVER KEY Contact Robyn for PROGRAM. more info at alleqhaCall for appointment at 336-677-2335 and ask or 336-363-9187 for Dewey before this program runs out. Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk! 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 505-Modular Homes for Sale LOOK!! 2 New Modulars just arrived -ULTIMATE HOME LIVING. MUST SEE TO BELIEVE. Call for appointment at 336-973-2335 Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or loo small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx al 336-982-5145 or email hdo.com Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1195-Legals LEGAL NOTICE: Pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0113 Affected facility: West Jefferson Quarry. Air and address: Jordan Land Development, Inc., P.O. Box 863, 120 Mount Jefferson Rd., West Jefferson, NC, 28694. Non-metallic mineral processing plant consisting of crusher, screen and assorted conveyors. additional information from: Tonisha Dawson, NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources, 585 Waughtown St., Winston-Salem, NC 27107, telephone, 336-771-5000. Take notice on April 14, 2007 at 2:00 pm on the premises of Poe's Self Storage at 175 Beaver Creek Rd., West Jefferson, NC, we will offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash al! the personal property in Unit #10, leased to Tommy Medley. For information, contact Debbie Poe, 336877-7942 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Georgia Louise Warden, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 896 West Brushy Fork, Zionville, NC 28698 on or before the 20th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 14th day of March, 2007. Sharon E. Walters Administratrix for the Estate of Georgia Louise Warden. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Hazel Dean Lyall Blevins, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 245 N. Oakwoods Trace, Wilkesboro, NC, 28697, on or before the 3rd day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 29th day of March, 2007. Tony Allen Lyall Executor for the Estate of Hazel Dean Lyall Blevins PUBLICATION DATES April 3, 2007 April 10,2007 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Leisa Robin Reena McVey to R Class, Trustee(s), dated the 25th day of January, 2005, and recorded in Book 00324. Page 2028. Ashe County Registry, North Caroli­ na, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substi­ tute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jefferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 12:00 pm on April 18, 2007 and will sell to Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Friday through Monday in Lansing. Leave name and number at 336-384-4757. L1ARM T© OTLOT ALLIANCE T R A C T O R -TRAILER TRAINING C E N T E R S FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Home Care Director Hospice Patient Care Coordinator Home Health Program Coordinator Hospice Weekend RN Wc offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. ALLIANCE Wytheville, Virginia TfJACrop -TRAILER TRAINING ceNTgRS *1-800-334-1203 www.alliancetractortrailer.com For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 15 TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2007 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Ashe, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: feet to an iron stake in the southern right of way line of NCSR 1501; thence with the right of way of said road, S. 71-45 E. 100.00 feet to the beginning, containing 0.613 acres, as computed from existing deed data by Bobby J. Oliver, Registered Land Surveyor, L-1276, March 15, 1976. Together with improve­ ments located thereon; said property being located at 1133 Deep Ford Road, Lansing, North Carolina. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representa­ tion or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmen-. tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are dis­ claimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or en­ cumbrances of record and any releases. All that certain Lot or Parcel of Land situated in Ashe County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Beginning on an iron stake in the southern right of way line of NCSR 1501 (Deep Ford Road) corner of Walter Blevins and the north­ east corner of the Trustee may, in the Clarence Greer proper­ Trustee's sole discre­ ty herein described; tion, delay the sale for thence with the up to one hour as Clarence Greer and provided in NCGS Walter Blevins line, S. §45-21.23. 7-30 W. 255.70 feet to a stake in the Minnie Should the property be Blevins line; thence purchased by a third with Clarence Greer party, that person must and Minnie Blevins pay the tax of Fortyline, N. 88-00 W. Five Cents ($0.45) 100.00 feet to an iron per One Hundred stake; thence with a Dollars ($100.00) re­ division line of the quired by NCGS Clarence Greer proper­ §7A-308(a)(1). ty, N. 7-46 E. 283.94 tde yift tdat recorded A cash deposit or cashier's check (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. yivituy aCt yean... mffio mmneiogicxiBoCim B08L? m 1EEEE RSffiHIfmiitti IPMZGM tm S3 A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! This 28th day of March, 2007. Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES. INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE Gift Subscription for... BY: Attorney at Law The Law Firm of Hutchens, Senter & Britton, P.A. Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services. Inc. P.O. 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McIntyre • Owner 982-3335 - 20 years experience, licensed and insured INT REMODELING/CARPENTRY ON WHEELS RJ CAINE • Remodel Jobs •Decks •Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4332 �PAGE 16 TUESDAY, APRIL 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Author visits Mountain View school Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws Author Julia Taylor Ebel visited with students at Mountain View Elementary School Friday. Ebel is the author of Addle Clawson, Appalachian Mall Carrier (winner of the Willie Parker Peace History Award), Orvile Hicks: Mountain Stories, Mountain Roots, and Ribbon, as well as being a published poet. She shared about her writing—which focuses on the heritage of this region—and fielded questions from first (left) and fourth (right) grade students. Each students received a copy of the Addie Clawson book. Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws The first graders worked on a number of creative projects relating to Ebel's visit. These two pictures show some of the Items they made based on Addie Clawson: Appalachian Mall Carrier. Alleghany Community Theatre plans auditions Alleghany Community Theatre's next Readers The­ atre will hold auditions Thursday and Friday, April 12 and 13 at 6:00 pm in the Al­ leghany County Library, 122 North Main Street in Sparta, for "Sunshine Boys." The play has eight roles. It will be pre­ sented twice: on MaylO at the Alleghany County Library and tentatively in Independence the following week. Director Jim Williams is looking for eight performers: Willie Clark, an out of work ac­ tor and ex-vaudevillian, aged in his 70's; Ben Silverman, Willie's nephew and agent, aged early to middle 30's; A1 Lewis, Willie's ex-vaudeville partner, aged in 70's; Eddie, a TV Assistant, in his mid 20's to mid 30's; a patient in a vaudeville skit, aged 25 and up; a nurse in the skit who is a "floozy," a female aged late 20's to early 30's; a registered nurse, middle aged (female 4050); a TV Director, aged 30 and up; and a narrator, any age. "We're looking for people who can 'pla/ an age. For readers' theatre, actors and actresses do not have to actually be the age of the character," Williams explained. Written by prolific comedy humorist Neill Simon, "Sun­ shine Boys" tells the story of A1 Lewis and Willie Clark. The characters have been a vaudeville comedy team for forty three years, but mutual dislike has keep them far Riverview hosts programs on energy Riverview Community Center is hosting a conver­ sation about Coal and Wind Energy. The time is 5 April, a Thursday, from 6:30 until 8:30 PM. With the uncom­ fortable facts of "An Inconve­ nient Truth" in mind, we will look at how coal is used to provide electricity and then at the possibility harness­ ing the wind. Surely there is something we can do to slow the way we are dumping car­ bon dioxide and greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Let's talk about it. "OK, so there is global warming," we might say. "OK, there is increasing evi­ dence that the message of "An Inconvenient Truth" is real and is urgent. Global warm­ ing is causing and will cause major changes in our earth's capacity to "take care of " us and, especially, our children's children. OK, we as human beings do bear the major re­ sponsibility for global warm­ ing. OK, there are alternative energy sources that can make a difference in the future of, as the Native Americans used to phrase it, 'the seventh gen­ eration.'" OK, Ashe County is in an unusual location for effective use of wind energy. What are the real advantages and dis­ advantages of its generation? What are reasonable expec­ tations for a combination of thoughtful responsibility and protection of our beauty, our birds and our land values? Or is such an outcome possible? Maybe the "not in our back­ yard" chant is the only way possible answer we can give. "Let someone else somewhere else do it!" But that's not who we really are... Perhaps the "bottom line" is that we who live in this part of God's creation want to understand what we can do "in our back yard" as our part of serious stewardship of that creation. We are tired of screams and threats and claims that have not been re­ searched. We are not certain what to think. Is there any­ thing we can agree upon? Is there any way to "get beyond" the emotional overtones sur­ rounding these issues in or­ der to clarify what those is­ sues really are? We at Riverview think it is time we talked! We hope to begin a real conversation by listening thoughtfully to those who think there are responsible and reasonable attitudes and productive ac­ tions we can take toward pro­ vision of "wind energy" in our back yard. In spite of some of our at­ titudes toward Appalachian State and the fact that we of­ ten do not like what we hear from some who serve there, maybe there is some truth in what they are saying. There is research being done on the impact of harnessing the wind on Beech Mountain. What are they finding? The mining of coal in neighboring states does have an impact on us all. Perhaps it isn't just a prob­ lem in West Virginia. What is it doing to them and what is the impact on us? This is an invitation to Ashe County residents - and especially to those who live in the Creston-Pond MountainWarrensville-Lansing area - to join us at the Riverview Community Center on April 5 ~ next Thursday evening at 6:30 to hear presentations and ask questions. We will adjourn by 8:30, but we hope that these two hours will be a beginning of real conversation about issues that may make a significant difference to our children's children. Isn't it time we talked? apart for the last eleven years. Now CBS wants them to ap­ pear in History of Comedy and their reunion sparks delirious comedy. Williams is new to ACT but not to theatre. He got his start as a child actor and lat­ er helped manage a theater group at an Air Force base in England. He has had roles in "Camelot," "Streetcar Named Desire," "Harvey," "Plaza Suite," "The Odd Couple," "Butterflies are Free," and "The Glass Menagerie." Jim has directed Tad Mosel's oneact drama, "Impromptu," and he also enjoys backstage and technical work. Jim lives just outside of Sparta, NC and is retired from the U.S. Air Force. He was most recently seen in the ACT Readers Theatre pro­ duction of "Dairy Queen Days" in which he played Cicero. Copies of the script will be at the Alleghany County li­ brary for anyone who wants to read over the play before au­ ditioning, but that is not man­ datory. ACT is always looking for new talent for all produc­ tions so newcomers are very welcome. ACT Readers Theatre is a staged reading of a play with little or no technical aspects. There is no memorization required. Actors read from scripts, but they still "act." There may be simple move­ ment and a narrator often reads stage directions describ­ ing any action or location in­ formation necessary to help the audience understand what is going on. ACT Readers Theatre pro­ ductions are staged in the Al­ leghany County Library meet­ ing room every other month ACT Readers Theatre is org nized in cooperation with t Alleghany County Library an the Alleghany County Art Council with partial fundin by the NC Arts Council Grass­ roots Grant. To find out more about ACT Readers Theatre, check the ACT webpage at www.sparta-nc.com/ACT or contact Director, Jim Williams at 336-372-8024 or Producer, Dudley Carpenter at 336-372- � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 27 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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The board heard comments both supporting and opposing the changes. Some residents in the Todd community, including Martha Enzmann and Emilie Enzmann, who have worked to stem the tide of development along the New River congratu­ lated the commissioners for the new regulations, but two residents of the Boggs com­ munity asked the commission to leave the ordinance as it is. Glen Howell and Tammy How­ ell said property owners don't need all these restrictions; that they pay taxes and ought to be able to use their land. Lisa Baldwin, who resides near the New River, said she teaches her students at Blue Ridge Elementary School to be concerned about their environ­ ment, and said these develop­ ment restrictions are needed to protect the river. Joe Boccardy, director of Ashe County Parks and Rec­ reation, said the New River is a valuable resource for the county and should be protect­ ed from uncontrolled develop­ ment. The commissioners made no comments about the chang­ es and voted unanimously to adopt them. Commission Chairman Richard Blackburn praised Planning Director Zach Edwardson and the county plan­ ning board members for their work. They took everyone's concerns into consideration and did a good job, he said. Only one reading was required for the proposed changes, he said, and these will be applied to the ordinance. Lots already subdivided in the affected ar­ eas are grandfathered and not subject to the new regulations. This was as fair as fair could be, and I believe that it was," Blackburn said. Upscale development coming to Jefferson by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Jefferson anticipates an up­ scale new housing project at the corner of US 221 Business and McConnell Street. Danny Holman attended last week's meeting of the Jef­ ferson Board of Aldermen to describe the proposed project and get the town board's opin­ ion. The mayor and aldermen seemed pleased with the proj­ ect. "It looks wonderful. Start turning dirt," said Alderman Charles Caudill. "I think this is the kind of growth in Jefferson we need and want. This looks great, and the area is already zoned highway commercial." Holman described the proj­ ect as nine units of patio style duplex homes ranging in size from 1,800 to 2,400 square feet and in cost from $300,000 to $400,000. Entry to the neigh­ borhood would be off McCon­ nell Street with a shrubbery buffer. The property is owned by Mrs. James Badger, who is in­ terested in the project as she might become one of the hom­ eowners, said Holman. No vote was taken, but the mayor and aldermen voiced their approval of the project. Holman said he was not sure when development would start, but he expects the en­ tire project to take about six months, and all the homes would be built at the same time, he told the board. Post photo by Linda Burchette All this month Julie McGunegle is collecting donations in a jar at her West Jefferson Coffee House business in Jefferson Station for special needs classrooms in Ashe County during Autism Awareness Month in honor of her 11-year-old son Clay. Local woman shares realities vof autism by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Post photo by Linda Burchette Ashe County High School teachers took a tour of local industries this week as part of a project to see technology In the workplace. Here, a group is led through United Chemi-Con by Plant Manager Steve Katz. Teachers tour plants (Editor's Note: This is the first in a series on education and today's workplace, and a collaborative effort between the two to better prepare stu­ dents for highly skilled jobs in a global economy.) by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor The workplace has changed dramatically over the past 30 years, but education has not and it's time to catch up. Chris Robinson, director of the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College, offered a look at technology in today's industrial workplaces to Ashe County High School teach­ ers touring local facilities this month. "We are in the middle of a perfect storm," Robinson said to a group of teachers gathered Wednesday morning at the community college campus. This group was one of several touring local manufacturing plants and other workplaces to see just how technology is being used in order to better prepare their students for the job market. Three influences on the economy at local, state and national levels are a growing skills gap, globalization and See Teachers, page 54 him any other way." During Autism Aware­ Julie McGunegle was dev­ ness Month in April, Julie astated when she hkarned would like other people to that her son is autistic. learn more about autism and "When you first find out, be understanding of those your world's crushed," she people with autism. To help said. "All the dreams of your locally, she will have a do­ son, like playing golf or hav­ nation jar through April at ing a eareer or getting mar­ her business. West Jefferson ried, it's gone. It's crushed." Coffee House in Jefferson The realization that her Station, to collect donations son would face a difficult and will give that money to life was at first hard to deal Ashe County Schools for the with, she said, but watching special needs classrooms. him grow and learning to Walks to recognize Au­ recognize his special needs tism Awareness Month will and knowing him as a per­ be held in various parts of son brought her acceptance the country, including Ra­ and understanding. leigh, and more information "I just cried and cried, can be found at www.autismprobably about the first five societyofamerica.com. years," Julie said. "But now Autism is often misdiag­ I can talk about it. I've ac­ nosed as an attention deficit cepted it and wouldn't want disorder or social interac­ tion problem, Julie said, not­ ing that there is speculation the condition can be caused by mercury levels and envi­ ronmental contributors as well as genetics. There are many levels of autism and traits are different in each individual. According to the Autism Society of America, "Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically ap­ pears during the first three years of life and is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal func­ tioning of the brain, impact­ ing development in the ar­ eas of social interaction and communication skills." In Clay's case, Julie said he was typically developing until about 28 months old. See Autism, page 5A Award-winning article chronicles local musician by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Through his own interest in music, Josh Beckworth discovered the hidden legacy behind one of Ashe County's most popular musicians, and the story he wrote about that musician won Josh the W. Amos Abrams Prize for 2006, recognizing the best studies by North Carolina folk life students. The story Josh wrote about J.C. Kemp of the Buffalo com­ munity was published in the fall/winter edition of North Carolina Folklore Journal. "Bluegrass Pioneer; J.C. Kemp and the Musical Pro­ gression Toward Bluegrass in Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson. NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation<pjeflersonpost.com cla88ified@jeflersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Ashe County," is a wonderful­ ly historical and fascinating look behind the origins of this music style in the community. Josh is a graduate student in English at Appalachian State University in Boone, and his essay on J.C. Kemp developed from a paper he did in an ad­ vanced folklore course and is part of an ongoing study of Ashe County musicians. Josh is the son of Dr. Lee and Kathie Beckworth of Jef­ ferson. He has enjoyed play­ ing music for years, joining J.C. Kemp and other musi­ cians on guitar, banjo and French harp. "He comes up here and plays and I helped him all I Photo courtesy of Lee Beckworth Josh Beckworth, left, and J.C. Kemp are seen with the issue of North Carolina Folklore Journal in which Josh has a story about J.C.'s musical beginnings in bluegrass and gospel. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,256 24,476 U.S. service people killed (as of 4/4) U.S. service people wounded (as of 4/4) could," said J.C. "He knows 'bout much as I do. Josh, he likes to play, and he's a good picker and pretty good with anything." J.C. said he enjoyed the story Josh wrote, thought it was really good, but in his typically reserved manner wondered about all the fuss. Calling him a "pioneer" in the local bluegrass scene was Josh's idea, he said, although the research Josh did surely proved that point. "When I first decided to record the music of J.C. Kemp..." writes Josh in his essay, "I was unaware of his overall significance as part of the musical culture of the Senior Center calendar change A change has been made to the Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center calendar for April. Weight Watchers will meet on Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Trust funds help conserve county North Carolina's land and water conservation trust funds provided more than $2.5 million for projects in Ashe County in 2006, according to the annual Green Book report released by Land for central Appalachians. What I discovered upon interviewing and recording ensemble per­ formances was that he repre­ sents on an individual level a large-scale musical transfor­ mation that took place during the 1950s." It was during this period that J.C. was exposed to what was described as the new musical style of three-finger banjo picking and he began enjoying banjo as well as the guitar he had been playing since childhood. He had seen the music performed on tele­ vision and adopted it into his own repertoire. "By moving away from traSee Kemp, page 5A Tomorrow. Since 1988, these funds have spent $26.3 mil­ lion in Ashe County to help conserve land and water. Correction Ashe County Schools are not closed, but will close early today (Friday, April 6) for the Easter holiday and spring break.Classes end at 12:30 p.m. for elementary and middle school and at 1:15 p.m. for the high school. Schools will be closed through next week and return to a normal schedule on Monday, April 16. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS Birth Announcements Sheila and Barry Shatley of Crumpler are proud to an­ nounce the birth of their son, Caleb Ray Shatley. He was born at Watauga Medical Center on March 26, 2007. He weighed seven pounds and five ounces. Shannon and Sean Brigman of Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their daughter. Sadie Faith Brigman. She was born at Watau­ ga Medical Center on March 26, 2007. She weighed eight pounds and fourteen ounces. Jennifer and Jim Mc­ Queen are proud to an­ nounce the birth of their son, John Kistler McQueen. He was born at home on March 14, 2007. He weighed seven pounds and two ounces, and was twenty inches long. He is adored by his grandpar­ ents Cinda and Jimmy Mc­ Queen, of Bennettsville, S.C., Chamber music at the Ashe Arts Center Couple plans \pril wedding Mr. and Mrs. Roger A. Sloop of Raleigh, North Carolina, announce the engagement of their son, Chad Brandon Sloop of Myrtle Beach, South Caro­ lina, to Cristina Mae Wright of Raleigh, North Carolina. The bride-elect is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ce­ cil H. Wright of Raleigh, North Carolina. She is a graduate of St. Andrews Presbyterian College in Laurinburg, North Carolina, with a Bachelor of Science degree. She is a Mar­ keting Director with Bright Horizon of Cary, North Caro­ lina. The groom-elect is the grandson of Mrs. Lena Wat­ son of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, formerly of West Jefferson, and the late Claude Watson and the late Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Sloop of West Jefferson. The groom-elect is a graduate of Guilford College with a Bachelor of Science de­ gree. He is a Sales Associate with Stock Building Supply of Conway, South Carolina. The couple became engaged on Waikiki Beach, Honolulu, Hawaii. An April 28th, 2007 wed­ ding is planned at Pleas­ ant Grove United Methodist Church in Raleigh. Edward Mitchell of Win­ chester, Mass., and Pamela Mitchell of Lincoln, Mass.; his great grandmother, Clair Ritz, of Fall River, Mass. and his sister and brother. Lynx and Jamie. Couple celebrates 60 years Mr. and Mrs. Gene Roark celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Sunday, April 1, 2007. A small party was given by their children, Jerry and Debbie Roark of Hendersonville, N.C., Mike and Martha Roark of Lincolnton, N.C., Rex and Sheila Roark of Creston, N.C., and their grandchildren, Kimberly and Tom Young of Hendersonville, N.C., David Roark of Hen­ dersonville, N.C., Jada and Casey Roark of Lincolnton, N.C., Ashley Roark and Jes­ sica Jordan of Creston, N.C., and one great grandchild, Parker Young of Henderson­ ville, N.C. *Rex and Sheila Roark were omitted from the list of children in the initial an­ nouncement of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Roark's anniversary. We apologize for this error. The Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center will be filled with the beautiful sounds of cham­ ber music on Friday, April 13 at 7:30 pm. The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to present an intimate evening of flute, piano, guitar and cello performed by the Blue Ridge Chamber Players. This is the third visit by the BRCP to Ashe County. They are headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina and have come together to perform chamber music and celebrate the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The players include a large di­ verse group of classical musi­ cians that perform together depending on the repertoire. The featured performers for this performance include: Shirley Gilpin, Nick Lampo, Mary Lowder and Bob Teixeira. Joining the performance will be David Crowe, a North Carolina composer. He will narrate his "Red Oak Suite" which was composed in 1997 for flute, guitar, cello and pi­ ano. There will be selections for flute and guitar and three selections for cello and gui­ tar. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at the Ashe Arts Center. For more information or tickets please call the arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. Money and kids: Four tips every parent should know (MS) - Doesn't everyone wish that they had learned to budget, save money, and be fi­ nancially sawy at an earlier age? Don't let your children develop bad money-manage­ ment habits - learn from your own experience and raise fi­ nancially aware children. Es­ tablishing a solid foundation at a young age will prove ben­ eficial to them later in life! Here are four great tips for parents to share with their children to become financial­ ly aware. Start at a young age. The earlier children learn finan­ cial responsibility the bet­ ter! "Kids learn about money in school as young as 6 or 7," notes Stephanie Nelson, better known as the Cou­ pon Mom (www.couponmom. com). "At home, it is impor­ tant to teach equivalency - for example, $1.50 is the cost of a can of soda. When my chil­ dren and I stop at the mar­ ket and they choose a special treat, I always let them hand the cashier the money." Es­ tablishing a connection be­ tween actual money and the cost of products is an impor­ tant foundation to create and build upon, especially at a young age. Start an allowance. Setting up an allowance for chores, them how to budget and pri­ oritize. Fiscal responsibility is n^)st in>jjf>rtant for tweens who often participate in cost­ ly activities with friends af­ ter school and on, weekends. This is why it's important to start a cash allowance based on weekly chores - and to clearly connect the work to weekly spending money. This system teaches children that weekend fun is earned, and that everything in life comes with a price. This is impor­ tant and a necessary lesson to learn early on, before the excitement of credit cards and "spend now, pay later" becomes attractive. A prepaid debit card can be a useful tool. As recently re­ ported by CBS MarketWatch and USA Today, Generation Y youngsters (those born from 1982 to 2000) have the pur­ chasing power of over $200 billion per year, influencing as much as half of all spend­ ing in the economy! Unfortu­ nately, much of this spending is difficult to track because they are using cash allowanc­ school lunches, and weekly spending gives children con­ trol of their own cash, but more importantly teaches and encourages responsibility. "If they blow their whole week's allowance at the movies on Monday night, it will teach Dr. Joel W. Yates, DDS PLLC and Friendly Staff Welcomes Spring and New PatientsI es. It's important that once a teen has developed smarter spending habits through an allowance system, to transi­ tion them to a more secure and convenient form of cash, like a prepaid card. There are a number of prepaid cards that are great for familiarizing a teen with plastic. These cards are a key step toward transition­ ing to a credit card, and many offer useful tools such as online budgeting and re­ wards programs, and, most importantly, they do not ac­ crue debt. One great option is the UPside Visa card (www. up8idevisa.com), because it's been designed for families' needs, such as instantly load­ able funds via the Web or cell phone and low sign-up fees. Graduate to a checking account or a credit card only when ready. The transition to a credit card or debit card (linked to a bank account) should be smooth after a teen has familiarized themselves with the process and finan­ cial tools provided by prepaid cards. They should now be fi­ nancially sawy and capable of moving into something a little more sophisticated. Credit and debit cards are perfect for college-age teenag­ ers who are often away from home, requiring financial responsibility for everyday activities from lifestyle pur­ chases to grocery shopping. "When my teenager began shopping at the mall and go­ ing out to dinner, I was afraid she would lose the cash I gave her, or worse - have it stolen," says Diane Peck, a mother of three from Michigan. "Some­ times she would spend it all in one place and not have enough for later." Peck adds that her neighbor told her about the UPside card, and she soon signed up her daugh­ ter. "Now I'm not running out on Sunday nights to the ATM for last minute lunch money or worse, finding the kids in an emergency without any cash. It has made my life, and theirs, so much easier - and taught my daughter so much about managing her money." 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Steve Goss North Carolina Senate 45th District The North Carolina Gen­ eral Assembly has now been in session for two months and as your new Senator, I have been on a very steep learning curve. My impressions of the legislative arena in general are the following: Impressions: • The legislature is com­ plicated. The organization is complex, with committee considerations and actions in both the House and Senate and then in the full houses before a bill becomes a law. While there is a lot of activ­ ity, the legislative process is very deliberate and some­ times appears messy. I've come to appreciate why it is sometimes compared to mak­ ing sausage. • I've discovered how important it is to be in the majority party in the Sen­ ate. The majority leadership determines committee as­ signments, whether proposed bills will be heard and acted upon and virtually every ac­ tion occurring in the Senate. The Senate leadership heard of my campaign interest in Post file photo Sen. Steve Goss property tax relief and ap­ pointed me to serve on an ad hoc committee consider­ ing how to protect long time property owners from steep increases in property values caused by housing develop­ ments. From that commit­ tee's deliberations, several proposed bills are under con­ sideration in the legislature. I am hopeful that over time we may make progress on this issue. It may take two or three legislative sessions to get the kind of relief we need. • My time in Raleigh has reinforced my assumption that my most important role in Raleigh is to serve you, my constituents. I am impressed with your communication with me on matters of con­ cern to you and our communi­ ties. It is not unusual for me to have more than 150 emails and other communications to respond to at the beginning of a day. It is my goal to re­ spond to every communica­ tion within 48 hours. Where I fit in the Senate organization: I am pleased with my com­ mittee assignments which will be helpful to the 45th district. I serve on: • The Transportation Committee, on which I serve as Vice Chair. This is an important as­ signment for our district because of the key role our roads play in all our commu­ nities. I am the lead author of a bill to provide funds to ex­ pand and improve Highway 221 in Ashe County and will be working to advance the in­ terests of the entire district in future planning for roads. • The Committee on Ap­ propriations on Health and Human Services This committee shapes funding decisions on health and human service programs in the state. Not a day goes by that I am not confronted with the recurring crises faced by our constituents as they attempt to deal with our failing health care system. At this moment the pain for providers and patients asso­ ciated with a broken health care system is demonstrated by the uncertain fate of home health care workers and pa­ tients as various parts of the health care system attempt to make ends meet. Even in my short time in the Senate, I am struck by how complex this crisis is and by how in­ tertwined it is with federal, state and local policies and actions. • The Small Business and Entrepreneurship Sub­ committee of the Commerce Committee As a long time member of the northwest North Caroli­ na family, I am acutely aware of the painful impact caused by plant closings on our families and communities. This problem requires long term attention. As a start, I have introduced a bill which would provide funds to two of our hardest hit counties, Al­ exander and Wilkes, for the promotion of entrepreneurial efforts. • The Education/Public Instruction Committee My particular attention this term is to promote im­ proved compensation for all school personnel to insure that our schools can be effec­ tive in laying the foundation for the future we all desire for our communities. • The Appropriations/Base Budget Committee and the Finance Committee Serving on both the Ap­ propriations and Finance Committees, I am particu­ larly focused on getting sup­ port for and passing Senate Bill 1051 which would pro­ vide some relief to property owners whose property taxes have become increasing dif­ ficult due to the appreciation of property values caused by developments in the neigh­ borhoods. My hope is that we can begin to offer some relief to property owners with this bill without undue strain on local governments. To date I am supporting 95 bills and I am the lead au­ thor on 29.1 have mentioned some which are likely to be of most benefit to residents of the 45th District. In addition, as I have visited with people throughout the district, I have become increasingly concerned with underage drinking in our communities. To address this problem, I have become the lead author of a bill which would outlaw the sale of Alcohol Inhalers in North Carolina and a second bill which would increase the tax on the sale of beer. (Look at the webpage awolmachine. com to learn about the alco­ hol inhaler.) I am convinced our community simply must take action to address un­ derage drinking, and I see these two bills as steps in that direction. I would wel­ come the chance to visit with you in your community and churches to discuss this issue further. I have been hearing from constituents in the 45th Dis­ trict and invite everyone to share concerns and sugges­ tions. My desire is to repre­ sent your interests in the State legislature to the best of my ability, and I need your help. Please email me at steveg@ncleg.net or call me at (919) 733 5742. Are you confused about health insurance? RALEIGH — Recent news coverage of contractual dis­ putes between health insur­ ance companies and health care providers has led to con­ sumers being confused about what their plan covers, says Insurance Commissioner Jim Long and staff at the Depart­ ment of Insurance's Consum­ er Services Division. "Con­ sumers are worried about what to do in the event of an emergency, or if their health­ care provider is no longer in the health plan's network.," Long said. "What if they go to a hospital or other provider that is not contracted with the health insurance plan?" What do you need to know about your health insurance plan? Know the differences in health insurance plans. There are different kinds of health insurance plans. Many people have a comprehensive health insurance plan that they receive as a benefit from their employer or that they purchase themselves. Com­ prehensive plans typically cover a wide range of ser­ vices including physician of­ fice visits, checkups, hospital procedures, emergency room visits, and more. Other health insurance plans may cover a more specific set of services or conditions, such as cancer policies or dental/vision care policies. Know what your plan covers. The most important thing a consumer can do is read his or her policy careful­ ly. If you have any questions Even if your health insurance plan does not contract with a specific hospital, emergency room services that meet the "prudent layperson" standard (as defined in North Carolina law), must be covered at that hospital's emergency room. The "prudent layperson" standard is met if visiting an emergency room is a reason­ able thing to do, in light of the consumer's medical symp­ toms and history. A health Post file photo insurance plan has the right Jim Long to determine whether the about what kind of services standard was met, by review­ your plan covers, talk to your ing medical records and other benefits coordinator or a rep­ information - but not based resentative of your health in­ on the network status of the hospital. surance company. Remember, not all health Know that state law gives plans include emergency ser­ you important prelections in the event of an emergency. vices as a covered benefit, and some types of health plans are not subject to North Carolina insurance laws, so check with your benefits coordinator to get more information about your own health plan. Even if your plan is not regulated by the Department of Insurance, you may still have similar protections under other state or federal laws. No matter what your insurance situa­ tion, your health is the most important thing. Don't delay seeking help during an emer­ gency. Know that if you have a special ongoing health con­ dition, and your provider be­ comes out-of-network, you may be entitled to continue to use your current providers for a period of^ime. In cases where your employer changes to a different health plan, or the contract between the health plan and your provid­ er is terminated, you may be able to continue to use your "out-of-network" doctors and hospitals. Special health con­ ditions such as acute illness, chronic disease, pregnancy or a terminal illness are eligible for this continued coverage. Again, this only applies to certain plans subject to North Carolina law, so contact your benefits coordinator, health plan, or the Department of Insurance for clarification. Know that the Department of Insurance is here to help you sort through your health insurance questions. You can call us at 1-800-546-5664 or visit us online at www.ncdoi. com. Care needed when moving pesticides, NCDA says RALEIGH - As the 2007 planting season ramps up, Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler reminds farm­ ers to take precautions when transporting pesticides, in­ cluding properly securing them and not transporting them in the passenger area of a vehicle. "Traffic accidents can occur at anytime, even when you're traveling a short distance, so it pays to use extra caution," Troxler said. "If pesticide con­ tainers aren't properly load­ ed, they can fall off a vehicle or become punctured or torn, which increases the potential for people, animals and the environment to be exposed to these chemicals." The following are impor­ tant tips to keep in mind when transporting pesticides: Always transport pesti­ cides separately from food, seed, grain, livestock feed, minerals and fertilizer. Do not carry pesticides in the passenger compart­ ment of cars, vans or trucks. Vapors released from pesti­ cides can be hazardous to the driver and passengers, and the chemicals can cause in­ jury if spilled. The driver is responsible and potentially liable if anyone is acciden­ tally exposed to pesticides transported in an unlocked truck compartment or openbed truck.Whenever possible, safely transport pesticides in locked compartments, and use two forms of containment if possible. Never allow children, oth­ er passengers or pets to ride with pesticides. Keep a hazardous-mate­ rial spill kit in the vehicle, especially if you frequently transport pesticides. These kits commonly contain chemi­ cal-resistant gloves, coveralls, goggles, shovel, dust pan, broom, absorbent pads and absorbent materials such as non-chlorinated pet litter, heavy-duty plastic bags, and a temporary storage contain­ er preferably made of plastic. When possible, inspect all containers at the time of purchase and before loading. Accept the product only if labels are legible and firmly attached. Check all caps and tighten them if necessary. Avoid tossing, sliding or drag­ ging containers over rough surfaces that could rip, tear or puncture. Never transport damaged or leaking pesticide containers. Secure all containers to the vehicle to prevent load shifts and to reduce container damage. Containers made of paper, cardboard or similar materials should always be protected from rain or mois­ ture. In addition, protect pesticides from extreme heat and cold, which can reduce the effectiveness of the pesti­ cide and cause damage to the container. Practice the same care when transporting empty pesticide bags and containers. Residual exposure - whether by dust, granules, powder or liquid - also poses potential environmental hazards. For example, if an empty insec­ ticide bag blows off a truck and ends up in a lake, it could cause a fish kill. Plays opens at Wilkes College The Wilkes Community College Theater will pres­ ent "You Can't Take it With You," a warm romantic comedy by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman at the Mayes Pit and Cohn Audi­ torium in Thompson Hall on the college campus. Performances will be held at 7:30 pm on April 13, 14, 16, 20 and 21 and at 2:00 pm on April 15 and 22. Admission for adults WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER ^ OR TIMBERLAND is $8.00 and for student $5.00 and tickets are avail­ able at the door. WCC stu­ dents, faculty, and staff are admitted free. This perfor­ mance is best enjoyed by junior high and older audi­ ences. Call 838-6231 for more information. cott rothers Take the time to read and follow the label carefully. It provides information about special hazards and safety instructions for handling and disposing of pesticides. 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Jefferson State Park Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.whitehartwoods.com �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial The need to keep talking Our British allies have the time, Nixon's overtures just given us a good exam­ have, in the long run, made ple of the power of the the world a safer place. word, as opposed to the We are now finding the sword. bad results of non-engagThe welcome release ment in other areas. The of the British sailors and administration's rush marines by the govern­ to war against Iraq has ment of Iran came as a resulted in a national trag­ result of behind-the-scenes edy there—and very seri­ diplomacy—talking. While ous consequences here at sabers may have rattled home, ones that will contin­ some, the British kept their ue for years. Could a facecool and did not rush to to-face meeting between a military solution, saving our president and Saddam lives, including those of the Hussein have achieved the very people whose return results we wanted—with­ they sought. out an invasion? We will In the years after World never know. War I, the United States Before even thinking of began to develop this fool­ using military force against ish habit of not talking to Iran, the administration people we do not like. For must seek to enter into oneyears, we pretended the on-one negotiations with Soviet Union was not real­ their leaders. The results ly there—and then it was cannot be harmful to our China. Neither policy was nation—certainly not as productive. harmful as stretching our It took the courage of exhausted, overextended a former Cold Warrior, military any further. President Richard Nixon, Being unarguably the to break the ice and start strongest nation militar­ discussions between our ily on the planet gives us nation and the Soviet and the leverage to move crisis Chinese leaders. For all his situations to the confer­ many faults, the world owes ence room instead of the Nixon a huge debt. Since battlefield. It is an option the talking began, we have we must pursue whenever never faced a moment when possible—and which, as nuclear war was a real pos­ history shftws, fs nearly sibility. Controversial at always beneficial for all. MAP&UUBS ttfvl Check 'yes,' govs urge To the Editor: If you have not filed your NC income-tax return yet, please consider this: There's a question on the NC tax return that helps protect our courts from spe­ cial-interest influence—and it won't cost you a dime. The question reads, "Do you want to designate $3 for the NC Public Campaign Fund from the taxes you're already pay­ ing?" The wording varies and can cause confusion. Look for these key words: PUBLIC CAMPAIGN FUND! The Fund pays for an independent Voter Guide about candidates for the NC Supreme Court and Court of Appeals. And it provides those candidates with limit­ ed campaign money IF they reject special-interest dona­ tions and gather hundreds of small donations from regis­ tered voters. The program is a success, but it needs your attention. Some tax consultants ask if you want to "contribute" to the Fund, but that's incor­ rect. Saying "Yes" does NOT change your refund or tax bill; it just earmarks $3 for a specific purpose from what you're paying anyway. Please find the Public Campaign Fund on the state tax form, and check "Yes" for fair courts and fair elections! James Holshouser Jr. former governor. Pinehurst James B. Hunt Jr. former governor Wilson Glossy garbage To the Editor: Almost a year ago I wrote a letter that appeared in this paper on the subject of "soft porn" magazines with strong sexual content that are sold in plain view at the check­ outs of all the grocery stores here in Ashe County. I chal­ lenged Christians, ministers, anyone concerned about this to join or contact me to con­ front this problem—not a single person responded! I contacted a local religious or­ ganization with 50+ churches who claimed they would help r- (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster SCW£ EARLY CANfW6N STOPS Letters to the Editor and all they did was water it down and did nothing! Do Ashe Countians ap­ prove of porn sold in grocery stores? Do you not find mag­ azines that degrade women, encourage and promote sex­ ual promiscuity to our teens, a problem at the checkout of a "family" grocery store? This is not about censor­ ship or dictating what a business can sell, it's about common decency and respect for women and our children. So again, I challenge any and all Ashe Countians to con­ tact me or join me in telling Ingles, Lowes, and Food Lion to move the magazines like Cosmopolitan back to their magazine section and make it a choice, not force it on all at the checkout. •« Dave Gale PO Box 73 Lansing, NC 28643 Universal healthcare? (Editor's note: This letter represents the official posi­ tion of the N.C. Association of Health Underwriters—peo­ ple in the business of selling health insurance.) To the Editor: Single payer health sys­ tems (universal healthcare) are being proposed in many states as well as by Presiden­ tial candidates, as a solution be established in NC to help to the problem of 47 million those with chronic health uninsured in this country. conditions who cannot af­ In theory, such systems ford or qualify for individual would provide all citizens health insurance. SCHIP with high quality, compre­ (State Children's Health In­ hensive health coverage. In surance Program) could be reality, single payer health expanded to accommodate a plans such as in Canada, ra­ higher income level. tion and deny healthcare to All immigrants, whether those most acutely in need. legal or not, should be re­ The average waiting time to quired to pay into the Social see a specialist in Canada Security system, which could in 2006 was approximately offset the utilization of medi­ 17.8 weeks and the wait for cal treatment facilities, i.e. tests and treatment is lon­ emergency rooms for those ger. In this country, you can who are uninsured. To recov­ be seen by a specialist within er the costs of treating these days. That's one reason why non-paying patients, hospi­ so many Canadians come to tals charge insurance compa­ the US for their health care. nies more, causing premiums In addition, single payer sys­ to be higher. tems often short-change doc­ Since 1950, Americans tors and providers through have been privileged to have reduced reimbursements and access to a comprehensive can contain hidden adminis­ healthcare system. Unfor­ trative costs. tunately, the introduction of The untold side to this the HMO has created a sense universal healthcare story is of entitlement with low cost what happens to your taxes co-pays. As a result, the av­ for this "free" healthcare. In erage person does not have Canada, the average person a true understanding of the pays 40% more in income real cost of treatment. As taxes than does the average deductibles and co-pays in­ American, and in return re­ crease, consumers are less ceives rationed healthcare. likely to avail themselves of Our current system offers unnecessary visits and tests, excellent, timely health care which helps to contain costs. to most of our citizens. We These are just a few sug­ feel that rather than disman­ gestions for ways to solve tling the entire system, we the current crisis. There are need to make changes tar­ many others that do not in­ geted to those who have little volve "throwing the baby out or no access to health insur­ with the bathwater", and ance. For example, of the creating something that has 47 million uninsured, 45% not proven to be effective or are between jobs and cannot efficient in other countries. afford COBRA. Programs could be created to accom­ Porter W. Hicks modate those people until RHU, LTCIS they reenter the workforce. Lois Kohler Rhoades A High Risk pool needs to LTCIS North Carolina politics and understanding Judas Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association PAGE 4A FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2007 Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 /VII content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Why did I do it? The question always comes up during this Easter week. Every year I try to put to­ gether an answer that might make people understand that I was something different from a simple traitor or an agent of evil. If I was any of those things, or even if I was a part of some divine plan, I just have to say that these are things I know nothing about. Of course, I wish that I had not done it. It was a great mistake and I regret it sin­ cerely. But I knew what I was doing. I thought there were good reasons. You are interested in poli­ tics, aren't you? Maybe what you know about politics will help me explain. In North Carolina poli­ tics, for instance, how many times have you seen a bitter breakup of a close political al­ liance? And, how many times have the breakups been fol­ lowed by an effort by some of the disappointed former allies to embarrass or dis­ grace the people "who had let them down"? You've seen disappointed politicians do­ ing everything possible to defeat their former friends, sometimes even leaking in­ formation to the press or law enforcement officials in an effort to destroy their former friends. When someone you believe in leads you down the road to disappointment, you want to get that person back, don't you? And, if you realize that the person you have ad m i r e d and been loyal to has led you down thewrong p a t h way, you m i g h t D.G. Martin want to get him or her on the right track as well, even if it means calling them to account. I was a deeply religious adherent of the Jewish faith and I loved God with all my heart. I always tried my best to uphold the traditions of my faith. I loved the Temple in Jerusalem and admired the priests and religious leaders who tried to help the people live in accordance with the Scriptures and all of God's laws. When I came in contact with Jesus, I was swept off my feet by his teachings of love, his devotion to God, his simple life, and his caring for the poor. I eagerly joined his group. I did not, at first, see any inconsistency between his approach and that of the traditional religious leaders. I saw Jesus perform real miracles and change many lives. I was proud to be his disciple. Then I began to see a dif­ ference. Jesus seemed to come to believe that he was above the religious laws that were my foundation stone. All of this came to a head for me when Jesus and our group of followers came into Jerusalem for the week before Passover. I thought I saw a dramatic change in him. Soon after we arrived, he violently disrupted the activities at the Temple. 1 could not believe it. He had always preached love and peace. But now he was at­ tacking the place and the ac­ tivities that I knew were nec­ essary to follow God's laws. Then he began a series of unnecessary confrontations with the religious leaders whom I revered. It was al­ most as if he were trying to make me give up all that was sacred to me in order to fol­ low him. Finally, Jesus, who had always lived so simply and cared for the poor, allowed someone to anoint him with expensive ointment. When I suggested that it could have been sold and the proceeds given to the needy, Jesus put me down. I was humiliated. It was then that I went to the religious authorities to ask them for help in bringing Jesus in line with traditional religious practices. Betrayal, you say. I only wanted to be true to my reli­ gious upbringing. Jesus was leading me away from it. I hoped the authorities would bring Jesus back into confor­ mity with the rules of our reli­ gion. If they had, I would have gladly followed him again. Betrayal? I did not give away Jesus' identity or his location, both of which were public knowledge. Betrayal? What would you have done if you had been in my shoes? (Thanks to Sunday School teacher Sallie Verner, who as­ signed the task of making a case for Judas.) D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Book watch, which airs Sun­ days at 5 p.m. Check his blog and view prior programs at www.unctv.org/ncbookwatch!. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �PAGE 5A FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST FROM THE FRONT Teachers continued from front page changing demographics, Rob­ inson noted in a power point presentation. The skills gap is a change from textiles and woodwork­ ing to a diversified, transfor­ mational economy where local employers require a minimum of a high school diploma and continuing training. The high school diploma is the minimum educational requirement in most work places today, Robinson said. Many employers are seeking applicants with education and training beyond the high school level and especially those capable of advanced training. To see an example of why manufacturers and other em­ ployers are looking for these more educated workers, the teachers were taken on tours of Gates, Smiths Aerospace, Leviton, United Chemi-Con, AEV, McFarland Publishing and Ashe Memorial Hospital. Most had never before been in­ side the manufacturing facili- ties and were quite surprised at the level of technology used in today's workplace. A factory is no longer a dead end job, and neither can you graduate high school on Friday and get a job there on Monday, Robinson said. To­ day's manufacturing facilities offer opportunities for highly skilled workers who, in many cases, are basically performing pre-engineering type tasks. Globalization is the level of competition Ashe County businesses face, with com­ petitors around the world not only in goods but also in services. This is a daily fact of life in manufacturing, Robin­ son said. Gates, Smiths and United Chemi-Con are cur­ rently foreign owned. Leviton is the largest privately owned company in the United States with facilities in China and Mexico. All have worldwide markets. The global economy is changing the way Americans do business and the kinds of Post photo by Linda Burchette Steve Katz discusses some of United Chemi-Con's products with the teachers. jobs young people will be en­ tering. Students, Robinson pointed out, need higher lev­ els of knowledge, communica­ tion and problem solving skills than ever before in order to succeed. Employees must work smarter and more efficiently, share ideas for improvement and work in groups because many employers incorporate teamwork into their business­ es. Robinson said the middle management level has been squeezed out and replaced by team leaders. Teachers are challenged to think about how much the workplace has changed in the past 30 years and incorporate the skills necessary for today's J.C. said he has really en­ joyed playing music with the young Josh and sharing his memories. "He got everything good, and he remembered everything," he said about the story Josh wrote. "I don't know how he did it. He did an awful good job on it. It was all right with me." The story is a tribute to one of Ashe County's living legends. "...Kemp represents more than just great music," Josh wrote. "He is also a re­ minder of the beginnings of bluegrass. Kemp's playing can be appreciated not only for the superb talent of the students to succeed into their curriculums. A particular fo­ cus should be on continuing education. In 1955, most workers were unskilled, but quite the op­ posite is true today. In North Carolina, 64 percent of stu­ dents graduate high school, 41 percent go on to college, but only 28 percent persist into their second year and only about 19 percent earn a de­ gree. In Ashe County, 31 per­ cent of the population has less than a high school diploma while only 12 percent have a bachelor's or higher degree. Education boosts the earn­ ing power of workers and di­ minishes the income inequal­ musician, but also for the mu­ sical mutations...that have culminated in a musical style unique to an artist standing far out of the limelight." To learn more about the North Carolina Folklore Jour­ nal, go online to http://paws. wcu.edu.ncfj. The Journal is published twice a year by the North Carolina Folklore Society in Durham with as­ sistance from Western Caro­ lina University and a grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, an agency funded by the State of North Carolina and the National Endowment for the Arts. Kemp SHOWTIMES Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM Theatre One continued from front page ditional sounds to the more modern sounding bluegrass as a result of television's in­ fluence, Kemp was demon­ strating a pattern of reshap­ ing traditional music that had existed among Appalachian musicians for decades," Josh wrote. "He is a perfect illus­ tration of the fact that even the most traditional forms of music are not unchanged but are constantly being reshaped and redirected by outside in­ fluence." J.C. said he has always enjoyed playing and over the years has played and per­ formed with some of the ar- ea's finest musicians, includ­ ing Doc Watson, Albert Hash and Wayne Henderson and the Virginia-Carolina Boys. "I've picked a lot of years, ever since I was little," he said. "I've played with a lot of people over the years. I used to go play years ago at the Ashe County fiddlers conven­ tion and other fiddlers con­ ventions." He said he hasn't gone for many years because some got the reputation for too much drinking going on there, but he would like to go to the Ashe County event that he hasn't attended in maybe 20 years if his health allows. ity, Robinson said quoting Alan Greenspan. America is right at the tipping scale of a generation not having it bet­ ter than their parents because of the job market. This project between the schools and workplaces to educate teachers on today's workplace in order to better prepare their students, and maintain communication be­ tween education and employ­ ers could help offset problems down the road with workers not qualified for the work­ place. A trained workforce, said Robinson, is the most viable aspect of a successful econo­ my. Movie schedule for April 6-12, 2007 A ii. leilnlcilnlcili.iicilnle. .no Autism ••£»*••• . .. g!7Uir-(V-v..'ir- -iinlc... .nTnlmoInlnl niiTirnmnirn'iiniff continued from front page "Then he wasn't making eye contact and his speech just stopped," she said. "I had no idea until my mom mentioned it, saying there seemed to be something different about him. I didn't know what au­ tism was." According to the Centers for Disease Control Preven­ tion, autism affects an esti­ mated 1in 150 births with as many as 1.5 million Ameri­ cans believed to have some form of the condition. This number is rising at a rate of 10 to 17 percent each year, and could impact as many as 4 million Americans in the next decade. Autism is not confined to any particular race or ethnic population but is four times more likely for males than females. Early diagnosis is difficult but crucial and helps in de­ termining appropriate treat­ ment and educational paths. The Autism Society of Amer­ ica notes that "research indi­ cates that early diagnosis is associated with dramatically better outcomes for individu­ als with autism" and a child can learn, function normally, and show improvement with specialized intervention ap­ proaches in treatment and education. Some people may be fa­ miliar with the character Dustin Hoffman portrayed in Rain Man. He portrayed a high functioning autistic savant with poor social in­ teraction skills. His charac- ter didn't like to be touched and was repetitive in actions and speech. There was an au­ tistic character in the movie Signs who was able to break a code. These are just some of the characteristics of autism. They can range in severity from an aloof manner to not speaking at all, speaking at a person instead of to them, spinning objects and being overly fascinated by objects, and sensitivity to sound. "Clay has no issue with sensory factors, although sometimes noises bother his ears," Julie said. "He is a very good reader, but whether he comprehends what he is reading we don't know. He can speak and verbalizes some things, but we have to use simple language with him. Most people with autism have no problem with touch. They are usually very happy in their own bubble world." Julie said Clay enjoys us­ ing a computer and likes music with rhythm and jazz. He watches videos over and over, sleeps well and often repeats what he is told. He doesn't seem to remember to do things, she said, so there must be an intense repeating of required tasks, and he of­ ten waits for an instruction, like "close the door." "He surprises me with what he likes," she said. "I took him to the skating rink and thought he'd freak out with all the lights and sounds, but he just sat there and seemed to love it. He gets frustrated sometimes and bites his hand." Clay has what one might consider a typical relation­ ship with his younger sis­ ter, sometimes fighting and sometimes getting along, but it is difficult for her daughter, Julie said. Clay's father is a big help. He teaches autistic children at the high school level in Charlotte and works very well with Clay. "He'll never grow out of autism," Julie said of her son. "He must learn to live with it. As children with autism get older, they would be good in jobs that are simple and re­ petitive, jobs that typically functioning adults would find very boring." At 11, Clay attends Westwood Elementary School. He White HartEducational Center Woods, A Healing Arts & Holistic Workshops April 26-27 Open House April 29,2pm I • Ashe County Refreshments Provided • Golden Egg Grand Prize SUZUKIFEST 2007 The styling of the Suzuki Boulevards are "not intended for the masses." GIT UP TO IUUU Pt«s We know that you IN SUIUKI ACCESSORIES , $ft Q/Mil MTU want "your bike" to look like "your | bike!" 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"The teachers here really want to help him and work with him," she said, and she looks forward to his educa­ tional advancement. "They teach life skills at the high school level and the middle school takes them on field trips. He may have to live in a group home someday, but I hope he can be as indepen­ dent as possible." For more information about autism, go online to www.autism-society.org. And help contribute to assistance of special needs children in Ashe County by dropping a donation into the jar at West Jefferson Coffee House. RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED • Call 336-246-5222 Adults: $22.95 • Children 5-12 years: $8.95 • Under 5 1 Frasers Restaurant is located at 108 S. Jefferson Avenue • in downtown West Jefferson �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Church prayed as boy was lost—and found after Michael's ance. A UMNS Report by Marta W. Aldrich GREENSBORO, March 23, 2007: "Easter came early to Greensboro!" proclaimed the Rev. Jan Brittain to open a special worship service cel­ "It was a very somber ser­ ," Greenland recalled. "We'd had a prayer and heal­ vice ebrating the safe return of Boy Scout Michael Auberry to his family and community in western North Carolina. The congregation applaud ­ ed in agreement March 21 as more than 400 people gath­ ered at Christ United Meth­ odist Church, where the 12year-old has been part of the congregation all his life. Lost three days in the rug ­ ged mountains, Michael had been found the day before Post file photo about one mile from the scout Michael Auberry, the camp where he had wandered Greensboro Boy Scout away. He left Moses Cone Hospital on March 22 after whose disappearance and being treated for severe de­ rescue gripped the nation. hydration. The family said request to about 300 people he was recovering physically, via the church's prayer chain. with the sensation of feeling "From that point on, the returning to his fingers and Christ Church community expected to return to his toes was in a constant state of as well. prayer," said Brittain. "We I t was news that the Christ sent regular updates to the Church congregation had prayer chain . We began and longed to hear, having sur­ ended all worship services, rounded the family in prayer meetings, any gathering at throughout the rollercoaster the church with prayers for ordeal that included a mas­ Michael. Our chapel was open sive wilderness search, draw­ for prayer every day." ing media attention through­ Anita Greenland, Michael's out the United States. Sunday school teacher for the 'Constant state of prayer' past two years, was especially Within hours after the Boy moved during a packed com­ Scout had walked away from munity prayer service for Mi­ his camp on a Saturday, his chael on the Sunday evening parents dispatched a prayer ing service planned for that evening way before any of this happened, but it was decided to turn it into a service to pray just for Michael. ... The most memorable part for me was how - when the micro­ phone was handed around for individuals to offer their own prayers - the most incredible prayers came from the chil­ dren. They prayed that Mi­ chael's parents wouldn't give up and said they knew that God never gives up on us - no ." matter what Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd„ Jefferson. NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. fcelLel Bald Mtn. 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Jefferson, NC (336)246-9642 "Loves you arul wants you 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School ~ 10:00AM Worship - 1 1:00AM Visitors become family ( n lo)esf J f e s n i ef r o ) 10:00am ~ Communion Service 11:00am ~ To)ors7iip Service Easter Schedule April 6th -Good Friday Liturgy St. Mary 's -5:00PM April 7th • Easier Vigil Holy Trinity - 8:00PM April 8th - Easter - Holy Trinity - /O. OGkw Rector-The Rev.Stephen MUer • 982-3076 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship A Pruise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Robert St off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Family Time Fellowship - 9:30AM Sunday School -10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • II <lQAM Sunday Evening Worship - 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study - 7N0PM Nursery provided for all services Welcome Home Baptist Church 1349Hwyt 194 South • Todd 11 mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10. OOAM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY -" Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer A Out reach I WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7 00PM tAll ages) I Missions Ministry. Van Ministry. Teen Time) 'A Churek foruied - on faith, family A the future" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship Minister Creighton Beatty 2?F Harnett St.. (Off Buck Mm. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6.-00 p.m. i n (T Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence "Join us in worship to Christ" Friendly Grove Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 146-3820 Burnett St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Non-Denominational Casual & ( nntemporary Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 am. Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rdjefffrsoa, NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2(180 Sunday School 9:50a.m. Sunday School - 9:00 am. Sunday WorshipSenices • 10:00 am. Sunday Evening Senices - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" We invite vou to join as for a God centered, family worshipping experience. 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Grumpier, NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service-11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service • 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Mt. Paddy Church Pastor: Tim Rolen Worship Times: Billy Robinson - Pasior Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Worship-10:30 A.M. Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Sunday Preaching Service • 6:00 P.M. Worship'I LOO AM Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. 846-7481 We haie a nursery and children churches available Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville «| St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dirth Main A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sua Morning Mass • 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass 5:00PM English A 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Mom. Mass • Call for times Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 Wrst. Smrthpon. NC Sundav School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Stuulay Night Senices 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise J Pastor: Kevin Morgan /jff 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM mm DIRECTORY Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson. North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sundav Morning Wonhip • 11:00AM Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 West Jefferson United Methodist Church Office Pkou: ))6-9S2-94IO • Her. burnt Jones • Pastor Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Pastor. Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday .Worship Service 11:00 am A 6:00 pm "And He led them us far as lo Bethany... ls)ors£ip Genter on SRay Gay for OZoacf Baldwin Community Church Pastor Lewis Poag North Beaver Baptist Warrensville United Methodist Church OQsAe Goun/y tended the praise service and expressed thanks for prayers lifted up on behalf of Michael and his family . " We knew that your arms were around us," said Hayes. The congregation sang "Forever God is Faithful" and listened to the reassur­ ing words of Isaiah 40. There was opportunity for people to shout out names of those for whom they are thankful , and Gandalf the rescue dog was among those mentioned. "We also prayed for those who pray just as faithfully and love just as strongly but do not have the answers they Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs We would love to have you come worship with us. Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Michael's mother, Deb­ bie H ayes, and his sister at­ Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday * Worship Service 6:30 p.m Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7.00 p m Wednesday * Prayer Meeting lo fellowship with to every Sunday!" at Nursery pivvided for all services Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9.45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Sun Jay, Cflprif J*1, 2007 Blue Ridge Worship Center Sundii\ School 9 45,i m, Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. understand the mystery of prayer , we are thankful that God gives us the opportunity t o b e p a r t o f h i s w o r k i n g in the world through the minis­ try of prayer." Marta W. Aldrich is news editor for United Methodist News Service. Cjas/er Services ter morning. 336-877-2801 do best and what the faithful alone can do. We prayed," she said. "And though we do not long for," said Brittain. "We prayed that God would be close to all who are lost and all who are searching." It was a powerful witness in a community service that included neighbors, school teachers, scouts, friends and others who do not even know the Auberry family person­ ally, according to Brittain. "(The church) did what we quickly joined hands and of­ fered a prayer of thanksgiv­ ing. At the church's chapel, "one couple was in there praying when they heard the shout in the church hallway 'They've found him!'" recalled Brittain. "When the news came Tuesday morning, the ela­ tion was as high as you could possibly get," said Greenland. "The worship service that fol­ lowed on Wednesday evening was such an expression of joy - so different from the worry and heartache we were feel­ ing at our Sunday evening service ," she said , adding that it was like the difference be­ tween Good Friday and Eas­ Bethany United Methodist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Wonhip Services en Espariol 8:30AM and 11 :00AM 6:00PM Sabados a las - 6:00PM Family Time - 9:30AM Wednesday Bible Study Clascs de ESL Sunday School - 10:00AM 6:45PM Servicios a las - 7:00PM Rev. J. Keith Franklin. Pastor (336)246-9512 Raldmountainehurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skyhest.com Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:0()pm Wednesday Evening • 7:00pm Upon hearing the news, church members waiting at the search staging area 495 Highway 194 South \64 Big Piney Creek Road • Lansing, NC 3*4-9124 • Cell:-977-4648 Pastor Sean Hrigman 246-9031 fully Assembly of God Church Sefiasiate feofxtiit Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Only hours earlier, Green­ land and other adults had spoken with children in Mi­ chael's sixth-grade Sunday school class about their class­ mate, a "quiet boy" who faith­ attends their class each week. "We talked about the story of the Lost Sheep and how the Lord seeks out every­ one who's lost," said Green­ land. "We had actually stud­ ied that Bible lesson several weeks earlier, so the timing was interesting." From heartache to jubilation The somberness and anxi­ ety of those early days gave way to jubilation on Tuesday of that week when searchers and a rescue dog named Gandalf found a weak , cold and somewhat disoriented Mi­ chael on a wooded ridge. r Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA disappear­ Sunday Evenings .2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van Transportation Available He are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: .06-384-31X8 • Cell: 336-077-1009 www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 I 221 Si Cherry St. 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. 141 Lyalle Lane, Jefferson, NC (Juet off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-952-9021 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson. NC Convenient 7 Days Commercial ami Residential PO Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax:jt46-6402 Dr Pepper !*] Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 Builders Supply "CnmpUtr Une tfBvildint Suppllti" Old Hwy 221-S. Beavo Creek • Wr*i Irffcnon 336-246-3367 Mountain Aire Seatood & SteakUouse DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP |&M| 502 Jefferson Ave. s 336-246-8806 dUJfDCHE\/T10LBT KILLiURT('(»ySTIH'(TI(l\ Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling & Trackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 NC Inspections ATF Service Minor riepatn TktSako CONSTRUCTION COMPANY We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County tor over 20 Years H&W Oil Company ~A~1 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE MS. 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King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 I1*) PPG Paints 3-M Products (U|9 Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little ivzvxv.ashemcmorial.org j 1 I IIVSEKS Open (a LuncM Dinner ; Note Open for Sunday Lunch 336-246-5222 • Downtown WJ 108 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson 739 US Hwy 221 Bus LlOWfj West Jefferson 246-9969 Hwy 421-Boom. NC GMC O CHcvmer 828-264-9051 GDotdsmobte www.mackbrownlnc.com Mon-Sat~8'30 AM - 5:30 PM •Oj Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates ^^^^87 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings Socme Ktdtoia. 9*c Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap. NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com • We Build Your Home or\LAc> The Waif You Want It HOMES vvww.classichomes Intersection US 22I & NC I63 • I620 NC I63-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY NEWS Don't keep saving, make memories with your 'best' by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Why do we save our good stuff for a special occasion? Make memories with your Pretty things so your children wdl know they are special to you! }• Good china 2. Nice glasses 3- Linen table cloths. , 4- Pretty underwear or uight gowns 5. Good purses 6. New towels Special bottles of bubble bath and soap 8. Cloth napkins 9- Candles 10.Good silverware 11.Fancy tea pots or silver tea services 12.Stationery cute note­ pads We all have some of these things stashed in our cabinets, linen closets and our dresser drawers. They are just sitting there unloved and collecting dust. We got them for wed­ ding presents or our parents handed them down to us. You may have purchased them for yourself. They are all waiting to we unpacked and used to bless us or our families. Let me tell you why I think they are unloved and why we don't use them. We have put them in a place that we can't easily get to them. They are in a box in the garage, On a shelf in the basement, stuck so far back under your cabinets, that it would take two hours to pull them out or they are on the very top shelf and you need a ladder to get to them. Then if you do get them out, they are filthy dirty and need to be washed. We don't have time to ei\joy our pretty things. So we hide them away. We don't have to see them and feel guilt about not using them or we re- ally don't love them at all. If we will get rid of the clut­ ter that is in our kitchen, our linen closets and our china cabinets, we will have more room for the things that you love. When we take the time to get them clean, they will be ready to use. There is another benefit. When we set a formal ta­ ble, we can teach our children proper table manners. Many times we eat with our fingers, when we have sandwiches and pizza. Our children have no clue which fork to use first or how to use a butter knife or cut meat. If we are go­ ing to help our children feel comfortable in these types of situations, they need practice. This is a good time to let them practice, setting the table and using their best table man­ ners. This has become a lost art. They will need this one day, when a boss asks them over for dinner or at their own wedding. As for the other items you have stashed in dresser draw­ ers, don't wait till your family buries you in them; then is too late for you to feel sexy wear­ ing them. Get them out and wear those pretty undies. You will be so surprised at how good you will feel, and no one will know. This goes for those night gowns you have stashed too. You know the ones you have gotten for Valentines Day. If you are not going to use them, then you might as well give them to someone that will. If you never liked them, then release them and have no guilt about it. Give them away, someone will love them and you will be blessed by your gift. Make every day a celebra­ tion, by treating your family like they are company! This is what FLYing is all about. Lov­ ing yourself enough to enough your pretty things now while you can. For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free men­ toring group at www.FlyLady. net or her book, Sink Reflec­ tions published by Bantam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clutter published by Fireside. Copy­ right 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publica­ tion. IRS urges taxpayers to be aware of benefits GREENSBORO — The In­ ternal Revenue Service urges taxpayers to take a moment before they file their income tax returns to be sure they do not overlook several important benefits to which they may be entitled. "Many taxpayers are miss­ ing out this year on the special telephone excise tax refund and other benefits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit," IRS Commissioner Mark W. Everson said. "If you don't re­ quest it, you don't get it.That's money down the drain for mil­ lions of Americans." In addition to the tele­ phone excise tax refund and the Earned Income Tax Cred­ it, many taxpayers also over­ look free services available to them, such as free tax help and the Free File program. Still others lose out by not filing a return. Even if a tax­ payer does not owe tax and is not required by law to file a return, he or she may miss out on a refund or tax credit that is available. Following are five refunds, credits or services that tax­ payers frequently overlook: Telephone Excise Tax Re­ fund — In North Carolina through early March, more than 1.65 million returns were received with only about 1.2 million telephone tax re­ funds requested. The remain­ ing 450,000 returns did not request this refund. Approxi­ r^t 3 m U.S. Individual income Tax Return •rasidanlial •loclion Campaign Notir Filing Status YOvriutt, [Exemptions i 7 8(i b ittnch Form(8) i SpOMSI; D»r>«tidanta: 9a Wagws. Mian I.K.r F«ma») KUM* inter- 'Hiu* B -l i«qul'i-(j T Tax-exempt O-'luiuiv etivic mately 28 percent of North Carolina filers were missing this refund leaving more than $13.9 million on the table. This is a one-time refund of long distance excise taxes available on 2006 income tax returns. The refund applies to charges billed from March 2003 through July 2006. The IRS offers a standard refund amount of $30 to $60, or tax­ payers can calculate the actual tax paid. Even if the taxpayer does not normally have to file a return, Form 1040EZ-T can be used to request this refund. Businesses and exempt orga­ nizations can also request it. Taxpayers can visit IRS.gov for more information on this special payment. "If a taxpayer is entitled to receive the telephone excise tax refund and did not request it on the filed 2006 tax return, a taxpayer should submit an amended return, Form 1040X, and complete line 15," said IRS spokesperson Mark Han­ son. IRS Free File at IRS.gov — In North Carolina, more than 2.7 million taxpayers are eligible to use the Free File program. However, only Garland Baker ANNOUNCES THE OPENING OF HIS NEW LAW OFFICE at 607A South Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 95,000 North Carolinians took advantage of free filing last tax season. Nearly 20 compa­ nies are offering free electron­ ic filing to taxpayers whose 2006 adjusted gross income was $52,000 or less. Taxpay­ ers can file for free and online at IRS.gov. In North Carolina, more than 70 percent of all taxpayers can take advantage of the IRS-sponsored Free File program. A link to Free File is located on the IRS.gov homep­ age. Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) — In North Carolina last year (2005 tax returns), more than 730,000 taxpayers were EITC recipients receiv­ ing more than $1.3 billion. Ap­ proximately 20 to 25 percent of qualifying taxpayers are not requesting this credit. Earned income of less than $39,000 in 2006 may qualify a taxpayer to claim the earned income tax credit. This credit could be worth up to $4,536. When the EITC exceeds the amount of taxes owed, it results in a tax refund to those who claim and qualify for the credit. To qualify, taxpayers must meet certain requirements and file a tax return, even if they did not earn enough money to be obligated to file a tax return. An electronic special "EITC Assistant" is available on IRS.gov to help taxpayers determine whether they are eligible. Taxpayers can ac­ cess more information on this credit by visiting IRS.gov and clicking on "1040 Central." Free Tax Help — In North Carolina last year, 912,000 taxpayers were eligible for free tax assistance but only 72,000 taxpayers took advan­ tage of the free tax prepara­ tion services. Tax help sites in libraries, churches, communi­ ty centers and other locations are staffed by trained volun­ teers. Taxpayers who earned less than $39,000; non-Eng­ lish speaking; and, those with disabilities, with a simple tax return can call 1-800-8291040 to locate the nearest Vol­ unteer Income Tax Assistance Program site. In addition, tax­ payers 60 years of age or older can take advantage of the free IRS Tax Counseling for the Elderly program by calling 1800-829-1040 or AARP's TaxAide counseling program at 1-888-227-7669. The Armed Forces Tax Council provides services to members of the military, many of whom are also eligible for free tax assis­ tance. Unclaimed Refunds — Un­ claimed refunds totaling more than $48 million are await­ ing about 48,000 North Caro­ linians who failed to file an income tax return for 2003. Nationwide, refunds totaling approximately $2.2 billion are waiting for 1.8 million people who failed to file a federal in­ come tax return for 2003. In North Carolina, the IRS esti­ mates that half of those who could claim refunds would re­ ceive more than $530. Nation­ wide, the IRS estimates that half of those who could claim refunds would receive more than $611. In order to collect the mon­ ey, a return for 2003 must be filed no later than April 17, 2007. In some cases, individu­ als had taxes withheld from their wages, or made pay­ ments against their taxes out of self-employed earnings, but had too little income to re­ quire filing a tax return. Cur­ rent and prior year tax forms and instructions are available on the Forms and Publica­ tions page of IRS.gov. Taxpay­ ers who need help also can call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040. REGAL CINEMAS i »LO»i twumxiXMEXT SWOUP ;OII»AN» DIG = DIGITAL SOUND BARGAIN SHOWS IN () * Pass I Discount Ticks! Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 210 New Market SI Center GRINDHOUSE (R) • ID REQ'D Dto Fn (400) 800 I 1200 I Sal (1150) 400 800 1200 Sun (1150)400 800 1 FIREHOUSE DOG (PG) ore Fn (4251700 935 1 Sal 6 Sun (1225) 425 700 935 < ARE HE DONE 1ET7 (PG) WO Fit. 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Registration: 9:45 a.m. Activities: 10:00 a.m. Steve LeaShomb - Pastor • 246-2012 & I Sal 4 Sun (1200) 355 720 1000 I TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (PG) DW Fn I (440) I Sal 4 Sun. 440 PM I 300 (R) - ID REO'D 0(0 Fn 655 945 1220 I Sal (1240) 655 945 1220 I Sun (1240) 655 945 I WILD HOGS (PG-13) WG Fn (430) 705 10051215 I Sal (1230) 430 705 1005 1215 I Sun (1230) 430 705 1005 I $65.00 (plus delivery) 336-846-8686 West Jefferson 820-262-3800 800-FANDANGO 2MI �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAINMENT The Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce announces the 45th Anniversary season of Art in the Park. This series of juried art and fine handcraft shows has garnered numerous awards through the years and showcases 130 exhibitors at each show. The 2007 dates are: May 19 June 16 July 21 August 18 September 8 October 6 (show hours are 10 am to 5 pm, at the American Legion Grounds in downtown Blowing Rock) Other events for 2007 include: Trout Derby April 6-8 Blue Ridge Wine Festival April 12-15 Cruisin & Jaminin' May 11 Cruisin & Jammin' June 1 Sunday Concert in the Park with Blue Notes dixieland jazz June 17 Independence Day Parade June 30 Cruisin & Jammin' July 6 NC Symphony at Chetola Resort July 27 Cruisin & Jammin* August 24 Sunday Concert in the Park with Buck Haggard, country/rock Sept. 9 Mitford Days in Blowing Rock Sept. 12-16 Cruisin & Jammin Sept. 28 Sunday Concert in the Park, Die Rheinlanders Oktoberfest Band Oct. 7 Christmas in the Park November 23 Christmas Parade November 24 For info please contact the Blowing Rock Chamber of Commerce at 800-295-7851. Thank You, Susan Gragg Art in the Park Director Charlotte author featured in book Perry Anne Swenson of Charlotte N.C. wrote two original short stories that have been published in the newly released Chicken Soup for the Woman Golfer's Soul: Stories About Trailblazing Women Who've Changed the Game Forever, the latest book in the NY Times best selling Chicken Soup for Soul series. Story Title: Hot Shot Summary: The author shares a love of the game with her father and hones her com­ petitive skill along the way. Story Title: Augusta Amen Summary: A young golfer shares the story of an amaz­ ing round with her father at Augusta National. Each story was selected from thousands of other po­ tential stories to be included in Chicken Soup for the Wom­ an Golfer's Soul because of its unique and special ability to entertain, inspire and vali­ date other woman golfers who are trying to achieve balance and success in their lives. Since Mary Queen of Scots broke golfs gender barrier in the sixteenth century, women have been underrepresented on the links until now. Chicken Soup for the Woman Golfer's Soul is a tribute to pioneers who have paved the way, including: "The Other Babe," Babe Didrikson Zaharias; Kathy Whitworth, the female equivalent to Sam Snead; and a cheering section for live wires, including the dynamic Annika Sorenstam, the show-stopping Michelle Wie, and LPGA contender Lorena Ochoa. Many golf enthusiasts will agree that golf is the fast­ est-growing sport and hobby among women, and inside this book, you'll find how the great game of golf helped female executives, seniors, Gen Xers, and moms find em­ powerment, clarity, and the thrill of victory on and off the course. Through these stories about the traditions and les­ sons women discover with each putt, drive, and hole in one, you or your favorite woman golfer will be inspired to join the ranks of the driv­ ing force that is contemporary women's golf. The Chicken Soup for the Soul books were first pub­ lished in 1993 and quickly rose to number one on the New York Times bestseller list. With over 100 million copies sold and 145 titles in Stales About TU/lbb/Jng Women Who've Changed the Cane Forever Golfer's <&ul (act CanfkU. .Watt vtcw Ituwn. Fitly Aubetv. and Matthew t Adinu 37 languages, Chicken Soup for the Soul has made inter­ national publishing history and garnered numerous pres­ tigious awards for creators, Jack Canfield and Mark Vic­ tor Hansen. Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen are the bestselling coauthors of the #1 New York Times and USA Today best-selling Chicken Soup for the Soul series. They are joined in this book by co­ author Matthew E. Adams (North Kingstown, RI), who is an international golf televi­ sion personality on the Golf Channel and a columnist for www.golfchannel.com. ASHE COUNTY MOTORS Coppelia presented at Galax High School The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre presents the com­ edy ballet Coppelia, Saturday, April 28 at 7p.m. and Sunday, April 29 at 4p.m. at the Galax High School Auditorium, Ga­ lax, Virginia. Conservatory artistic di­ rector and former professional ballerina, Barbara Johnson presents a world of quarrel­ ling lovers, toys prancing into life, and cheery peasants. With additional choreography by Johnson the production is full of bright steps and mischief. Like The Nutcracker, Cop­ pelia is drawn from an ETA Hoffmann tale and is a light­ er, sunnier ballet. Coppelia is perfect for children. This ballet will be the final Conservatory performance for high school seniors Jenna Tartan Day at Jefferson Landing National Tartan Day was established by Congress to recognize the contributions of the Scottish people's im­ pact on the nation and the world. For centuries this hardy group of people have contributed to many areas of life, from science and finance to music and patriotism. This nation's founding fathers used the treaty of Ar as one of their guides to penning the rights found in our Declara­ tion of Independence. On April 7 at Jefferson Landing in Jefferson, N.C. you can help celebrate Tartan Day with a festival and feast. Starting at noon until 6 pm (rain or shine) you will be able to taste, see and hear several representations of what it means to be a Scot. Featur­ ing food, merchants, demon­ strations and children's ac­ tivities, along with dancing, music and storytelling, this event will offer something for the whole family. The festival will take place, rain or shine, on the beautiful grounds of The Club at Jefferson Land­ ing and admission is $5 per person with children 6 and younger admitted for free. Come sample some of the things that makes the Scot­ tish heritage so unique. Special guest performers for the day will be the ex­ traordinary pipe and drum group from Glasgow, Scot­ land, Albannach. (www.albannachonline.com) Well known for their high-energy performances this group rep­ resents the ancient heritage of the Celtic people. Also fea­ tured will be noted author and historian David R Ross. David has published several books that focus on the rich history of Scotland and has appeared on such television channels as BBC, History and Discovery. His talks on history, dress, weapons and life in Scotland will deliver a stirring message that will stay with you for some time to come. Another feature of the day will be a Scottish country-dance group that will demonstrate how these dance steps were passed from gen­ Over for a Truckload of Spring Savings! eration to generation. They are also the basis for many of the dance steps that have evolved, like the music, into the Appalachian culture we know today. That evening from 6 p.m. until ? will be a sit down feast highlighting some traditional food of the Scots. With lamb, salmon and even haggis, your taste buds will tingle with the flavor of the highlands. Music, dancing and stories will also be featured that eve­ ning along with a chance to take home some interesting gifts. The cost of the feast is $50 per person and reserva­ tions are required. The fee includes tax and gratuity and a cash bar will be available to try some of the "spirits" of Scotland. For more information or to make reservations contact Jefferson Landing at www. jeffersonlandingclub.com or by calling 336-982-6504. 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The ecumenical services are sponsored by the Ashe Ministerial Association. The schedule includes: Worship from noon - 12:30 p.m. fol­ lowed by a Soup, Sandwich and Dessert Luncheon from 12:30 p.m. - 1 p.m. A free will offering for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic will be received to support this vital ministry in our community. Please join your neighbors and friends for this blessed time of worship and fellowship. For more infor­ mation call Dr. Keith Franklin at Jefferson UMC: 846-9512 5 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 5 p.m.: The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion's Easter Service: Good Friday: St. Mary's 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer Community Church. April 4th - April 8th. the speaker will be Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with special singing nightly. For more information call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 7 p.m.: Mt. Vernon Baptist Church (Cranberry Creek Rd. in Laurel Springs) Revival with Speaker Rev. Warner Eller. 6 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Mon-Fri. Special Passover Service on Thursday night. Everyone is welcome. Saturday April 7 Tartan Day at Jefferson Landing celebrating the heri­ tage of Scottish-Americans. For information, call 336-9826405 or visit www.jeffersonlandingclub.com. a.m.: The Annual 6 Fisherman's Breakfast! There will be an all you can eat breakfast at the Creston Volunteer Fire Department from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. Breakfast will include country ham, sausage, eggs, biscuits and gravy, homemade jams. Get all you can eat for $7.00, or you may just order ham or sausage biscuits. All money goes towards the upkeep of our fire fighting and first responder equipment. We thank everyone for your sup­ port 6 a.m.The Laurel Springs Fire Dept will be hosting a fishermans breakfast and Chicken BBQ. The Chicken will be ready at 11 a.m. 7 a.m.: The West Jefferson Lions Club will hold a Pancake Breakfast the first Saturday in April at the West Jefferson School cafeteria from 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. For only $6.00 you get all you can eat pancakes and sausage along with juice and coffee. So be sure to come out and join us, and bring your fam­ ily and friends. This fundraiser is to help support the clubs SightFirst II campaign. For further information or how to join contact a local Lion or come to a meeting at the Winners Circle every first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.:The annual Spring Bazaar & Yard Sale will be held at the Creston Methodist Church Fellowship Hall located off Thee Top Road across from the Creston Fire Department. Good collection of clothing, collectables, furni­ ture, toys, etc. Tickets on sale by members of the CrestonGreen Valley Charge for an original oil painting by Larry J. Lewis. Tickets can also be pur­ chased at the Bazaar. All pro­ ceeds are to benefit the four churches of the Creston Green Valley Methodist Charge. 9:45 a.m.: Midway Baptist Church (Beside Walmart) Easter Egg-Travaganza for toddlers to 10 years old. Rain or Shine! Registration at 9:45 a.m. Activities at 10 a.m. Food, Games, Prizes and Egg Hunt! Pastor Steve Leshomb and the congregation invite you to attend. 10 a.m.: Trinity Baptist Church will be having an Easter Day Camp from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. During the camp children will get to play games make crafts have lunch, Easter egg hunt and learn about Jesus' death & resurrection. Ages 4-12 welcome. Rides available. Please call Trinity at 828-262-5751 Mon - Friday from 1 -5 PM for more informa­ tion. 10 a.m.: Come join the fun at our Easter Egg Hunt - Fun and Games, Egg Hunts and Pizza for Lunch-Everyone Welcome. North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, N.C. 10a.m.:Trinity Baptist Church will be having an Easter Day Camp from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. During the camp children will get to play games make crafts have lunch, Easter egg hunt and learn about Jesus death & resurrection. Ages 4 -12 welcome. Rides available. Please call Trinity at 828-2625751 Mon - Friday from 1 -5 PM for more information. 11 a.m.: Warrensville Baptist Easter Story and Easter Egg Hunt at 11:00 am until — 11 a.m.: Helping Hands Ladies Group of Bethel Baptist Church will be having a Chicken BBQ Fundraiser on Nettle Knob Road in West Jefferson. •, , j. Half a Chicken, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, Drink and Dessert for $6.00. Proceeds go to helping Ashe County Citizens in need. We Will Deliver for orders of 5 or more in West Jefferson! 1 p.m.: All children are invit­ ed to an Easter Egg Hunt at Helton United Methodist Church. Prizes and refresh­ ments! 1 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson Geology Meet at Picnic Shelter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic mountain? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a 1.3-mile hike and explore some of the geo­ logical mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. 1 p.m.: Childbirth/Newborn Care Refresher Class. For those who already have a child but would like a refresher of the Childbirth/Newborn Care Class. To sign up call 8460734. 7 p.m.: Everyone in the com­ munity is invited to the first Resurrection Celebration held by High Country Youth Ministries in the Blue Ridge Elementary audito­ rium.Heritage, a local gospel group, as well as Abby and Glen Sullivan will be perform­ ing. Mike "Moose" Powers will be giving his testimony about how his life was saved by God in a recent severe accident while he was cutting a tree. Larry Shepherd will be giving the message. The desire of High Country Youth Ministries (HCYM) is to present the gos­ pel of Jesus Christ through special events that the group believes Christian teens will be excited to invite their nonChristian friends to attend. For more information about High Country Youth Ministries, con­ tact Director Dwight Shepherd at 384-4671. 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer Community Church. April 4th - April 8th. the speaker will be Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with special singing nightly. For more information call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 7 p.m.: Regular First Saturday Night Singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church. The Gaining Ground will be singing. Everyone is welcome to attend. 8 p.m.: The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion's Easter Service: Easter Vigil Holy Trinity Sunday April 8 2nd annual Easter Sunrise Service- non denomination­ al- held at 853 Cox Road, Jefferson, NC. We welcome ALL to attend. Service and music!!! Attend this truly unique service outside, on a hill top, in prayer garden! For additional information call Dawn Ellis 336 977 6317. 6 a.m.: Sunrise service at Bethel Separate Baptist Church, 164 Big Piney Creek Road, Lansing N.C. Guest speaker will be Bro. Roger Peak. Everybody is welcome to come out and worship with us 6 a.m.: Annual Easter Breakfast at Helton Community Building from 6 a.m. until 10 a.m. Easter Egg Hunt at 9 a.m. Everyone is welcome! Menu on the Hot Bar: Eggs, Sausage, Baked Apples, Country Ham, Gravy & Biscuits, Pancakes, Bacon, Hash Browns, Coffee/Juice/ Soda. Donations are appreci­ ated. Sponsored by the Helton Volunteer Ambulance Service 6 Helton Community. 6:30 a.m.: Easter Sunrise Service at Mtn. View Baptist Church. Preaching will be Rev. Ken Holmes. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite everyone to attend! 6:30 a.m.: Easter Sunrise Service Sunday at Mtn. View Baptist Church Preaching will be Rev. Ken Holmes. Pastor Denton Hart and the congre­ gation want to invite everyone to attend! 6:30 a.m.: There will be an Easter Sun Rise Service at Temple Baptist Church. Rev. Robert Patrick will be the speaker. Breakfast will be provided in the fellowship hall after the service. Worship ser­ vice will start at 10:30 a.m. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite everyone to attened both of these services. 7 a.m.: Sunrise Service at Helton United Methodist Church. All are Welcome. 7 a.m.: Elk Shoals Chapel on the New will begin the Behind These Doors You Will Find The Most Highly Trained GM Technicians and Most Technologically Advanced Equipment in the High Country. WEST JEFFERSON OChevrolet AN AMERICAN SERVICE REVOLUTION WARRANTY West Jefferson Chevrolet 1773 Mt. Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net V ral GM 100,000 MILE Now Open in our NEW location 11 2007 Season of Worship with a Sunrise Service. The ser­ vice will start on the beach (Weather permitting) and con­ clude at the Chapel on the New. Regular worship service hours will resume April 15, at 11 a.m. each Sunday. Everyone is wel­ come! Bring a friend! 7 a.m.: Sunrise Service at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek. Breakfast will be served, and Johnny Jones will bring a mes­ sage, afterwards. Everyone is invited to attend. 7 a.m.: New Beginning Baptist Church will have a Sunrise Service at the home of Rev. Allen Combs in Crumpler. A Dutch Treat Breakfast will be held at Winners Circle after the Service. Rev. Allen Combs and the congregation welcomes you. 7 a.m.: Obids Baptist Church Sunrise service, Breakfast to follow, Sunday School @ 10 a.m., Worship Service @ 11 a.m. with Rev Tommy Worth preaching. 7 a.m.: Liberty Grove Baptist Church will be holding spe­ cial Easter Services begin­ ning with a Sunrise Service. Breakfast will be served from 7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. with worship services beginning at 9:00 a.m. Rev. John Elledge invites everyone to attend 7 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a Sunrise Service. Breakfast will follow in the fellowship hall. They will not have their regular 11 a.m. worship service. 7 a.m.: Warrensville Baptist Church: Sonrise Service at 7 a.m. followed by break­ fast Easter Cantata/Drama Presentation at 10 a.m.during morning Worship 7 a.m.: Easter Sunrise Service at Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood. Breakfast will be served, fol­ lowed by Sunday School at 10 a.m. and Easter Cantana at 11 a.m. The Congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 a.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will have Easter Sunrise Service. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek com­ munity. 7:30 a.m.: Orion Baptist Church Sunrise Service at 7:30 breakfast will follow. Cantata at 11:00 a.m. 7:30 a.m.: Easter Sunrise Service - Guest Speaker Lonnie Carpenter - Breakfast to follow - Join us for Sunday School at 10 and Church Services at 11:00 - North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, N.C . 10 a.m.:The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion's Easter Service: Easter: Holy Trinity 10 a.m.: "My Savior, My God" will be presented by the Friendship Baptist Church Choir. Beautifully arranged by Richard Kingsmore, this 40minute musical not only tells the story of Jesus' final hour on this earth, but in the process, looks at the three people who knew Him in an earthly way before His crucifixion and res­ urrection, and afterward, came to understand the eternal truth Jesus Christ that changed their lives for eternity. Featuring powerful songs, moving nar­ ration and drama, this musical will help you to see beyond the "story" of Jesus to the per­ sonal reality of his death and resurrection. Minister of Music Jeremy Kilgore & Pastor, Rev. David Grinnell and congrega­ tion welcome you 11 a.m.: Easter Cantata Great Is Our God" by Keith Christopher, will be presented by the choir of Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene. Pastor Mark Wiest and congregation invite you to attend. 1 p.m. : Children's Nature Hour. Meet at Picnic Area Kids of all ages are welcome to join in on the fun at Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Meet at the Picnic Shelter Area for an hour of nature activities, games and exploration. 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Sheets will be the visiting speaker. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. Special singing nightly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies every­ one to come. 7 p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer Community Church. April 4th - April 8th. the speaker will be Dr. Nelson Osborne Jr. with special singing nightly. For more information call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598 Monday April 9 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The April meeting on April 9 will be at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. The pro­ gram will include a discus­ sion of raising apple trees and organic gardening by Ron and Suzanne Joyner. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. 6:30 p.m.: The Disabled American Veterans and Auxiliary will have their monthly meeting at the VFW building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Sheets will be the visiting speaker. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. Special singing nightly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies every­ one to come. 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Sheets will be the visiting speaker. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. Special singing nightly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies every­ one to come. Thursday April 12 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screening at Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call toschedule at 846-0744. 10 a.m.: Spring Break Hike. Meet at Picnic Area 10:00 am Hike with a park ranger and discover some of the natu­ ral threads that weave geol­ ogy, botany, and weather into a kaleidoscope of Appalachian grandeur. Please wear sturdy shoes for this hike of discov­ ery. 1 p.m.: The FREE Annual Prostate Cancer Screening sponsored by the Jefferson's Rotary Club will take place from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at Ashe Memorial Hospital in the Outpatient Clinic on 3rd floor. Please call Mountain Hearts at 846-0744 to make an appoint­ ment to have your PSA drawn on March 30th and to schedule your appointment for April 12th for your screening. 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Sheets will be the visiting speaker. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Tuesday April 10 7 p.m.: He Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Sheets will be the visiting speaker. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. Special singing nightly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies every­ one to come. Wednesday April 11 1 p.m.: Wilk >.m.: Wilkes Community College - Ashe Campus is offering Required Annual Training/Egress: From 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Ashe Center. Class is designed for small businesses and industry. Tuition is free. continued on page 10A Auto • Horn*•Life An Authorized Agent for BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina An ind»p#nd«fil IkWMtofflw IkwCrou »nd Wu# ShttM Allocution Auto Insurance Lor prompt, professional attention, and fast, fair claims service, c.iil today. Garry Elliott Agent Lonnie F. Darnell, Jr. Agent Martin J. Weaver Agent Michael F. Lonon Agency Manager (336)246-8828 Po Bo* 767 Jefferson, NC 28610 micheel.lononencfbins.com sfbli.com • ncfbim.com Helping You bs what vvv do best. *Mtk CAKIIM IMWU M<*vd Iwm CO. Im lu-wu i»*»•<*« tl No#ik Ooiiru Inc. teuHum tea hMh. lH MwnntiCa. tthton W To Our Family and Friends Thank you all very much for your love and support during this very difficult time. Although we miss JD very much we can take comfort in knowing that he no longer has to suffer and that he is in a better place reunited with family and friends. A special thank you to the Deacons and the congregation of Oak Grove Baptist Church where JD spent many years as a deacon and song leader. Your prayers and friendship meant so much to him and he loved each of you. A special thank you to Lloyd Day, Ralph Smith and Tim Parsons for helping to make the funeral service a wonderful tribute to an amazing person. It was definitely a celebration of life and all the things that he enjoyed most. Thank you also goes to Boone Funeral Home for your compassion and kindness and to Jeff Venable and Larry Shepherd for making every detail of the service perfect. Thank you to the Lansing Fire Department for their many years of support. J D took great pride in the Lansing Fire Department and we could not have been prouder that his fellow fire fighters were the pallbearers for his service and the Lansing fire engine lead the funeral procession. JD would have been honored. To all the area churches thank you for all of your prayers, cards, food and financial contributions over the years. They were all greatly appreciated. Finally, to all of our family and friends, words alone do not seem like enough to thank you for everything you have done for our family over the many years of JD's illness. We will always remember your visits to the hospital, telephone calls, prayers, cards, food and financial contributions. We are so blessed to have so many lovely friends who cared so much for JD and for our family. He was a true gift from God and our loss is certainly heaven's gain. In closing, on a lighter note and as his grandson Blake would say." I bet Papa is in heaven chasing butterflies and cheering on the 'Tarheels'." Much Ijove to Each of you, Shirley Farmer and Tahatha Brantley �PAGE 10A FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Ashe County churches plan revival services for April continued from page 9A Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. Special singing nightly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies every­ one to come. Friday April 13 make a paper snake and get to see real animal skulls. Meet the ranger anytime between Noon and 2 p.m. 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Sheets will be the visiting speaker. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend Sunday April 15 6:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. will have thier monthly meeting, at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to ail to attend these services. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road In Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. 11 a.m.: Wagoner Access WE Road. Join a Park Ranger at the Wagoner office to learn 11 a.m.: Revival at Healing proper lifejacket selection, Springs Baptist Church, emergency life saving Crumpler, North Carolina: techniques, and water basics. Sunday Morning, April 15, at Bring your kids and get prepared 11 a.m. through Wednesday for the summer. Inclement evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. weather will cancel program. Rev. Charles Cain will be the For more information call New visiting speaker, and there will River State Park at 336-982- be special singing at each ser­ 2587. Free to the public. Please vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, call the park office for more and the congregation extend a information about this or any cordial invitation to all to attend other programs that we offer. these services. 336-982-2587 1 p.m.: Luther Rock Nature 5 p.m.: The Ashe County Hike. Meet at Picnic Shelter 1 Democratic Headquarters p.m. Meet the park ranger for a will be serving a FREE pinto hike out to Luther Rock. We will bean dinner from 5 p.m. until be exploring some of the eco­ 7 p.m. They invite everyone to logical interconnections and come by and visit. energy exchangers that make 7 p.m. Come and see what life possible on Mt. Jefferson. the Lord is doing at Ashe We will offer a variety of handsCounty Worship Center. on opportunities to investigate Youth and young adults will be the circle of life that exists with­ sharing their testimony. Hear in Mt. Jefferson State Natural about salvation, deliverance Area. Wear sturdy shoes and much more. We are located 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends at 683 Ray Taylor Rd. For more (Quakers) meets every information email Steven Mullis Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home at reverendhc4c@yahoo.com of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich directions Hill Baptist Church. Rev. 2 p.m. Tom Dooley. Meet at Russell Sheets will be the Picnic Shelter- at 2 p.m. Join a visiting speaker. Pastors and Western North Carolina native Congregation invite everyone as he relives the last days of to attend the North Carolina legend, Tom 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Dooley. Did Tom Dooley murder Baptist Church on Old 16 in Laura Foster in the Shadows of 6 p.m.: Th The New River Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. the Blue Ridge? The infamous Behavioral HealthCare Guest Minister will be Carroll story will be accompanied by Consumer and Family Flannery. Special singing songs to include the "Ballad Advisory Committee will nightly. Pastor Galvin Jones of Tom Dooley." Participants meet in Watauga County. The and congregation invies every­ should meet at the Park Picnic meeting will be held at the one to come. Shelter All programs are free N.C. Agriculture Extension and open to the public Agency Conference Room. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview For more information, please Baptist Church. Rev. Neil call the Consumer and Family 8 a.m.: Fundraiser yard sale Hatfield will be the guest Advisory Committee Liaison at at Mt. Paddy Church, 822 speaker. Service begins April 828-264-9007 Hwy 88 west. To help raise 15 through Wednesday, April 6 p.m.: Everyone is invit­ money for our youth breakfast. 18. Special Music each eve­ ed to attend the monthly 9 a.m.: Warrensville Baptist ning. Rev. Larry Powers and Republican Party meeting. Mission Day for youth from congregation invite everyone The meeting will be held at 9.00 am to noon. to attend. Youth will receive 6 N. Jefferson Ave. (former­ 10 a.m.: The Ashe County a special blessing rom Rev. ly Chamber of Commerce Democratic Party will Hatfield's messages. For more Office). If you have any ques­ hold their Annual County information, call Rev. Powers tions please call 384-9120. Convention at the party head­ at 336-246-9073. quarters in West Jefferson. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Keynote speeaker will be Church in West Jeffeson will Representative Cullie Tarleton. have revival on April 15-18 All intrested persons are with Rev. Clayborn Roten as encouraged to attend. the evangilist. Special singing 10 a.m.: Sibling Class at nightly. The congregation and Ashe Memorial Hospital. Free Rev. Leon Miller invites you to Classes are offered to children attend. 2-6 years of age, designed to 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home prepare them for the arrival of Baptist Church on Three Top a new baby brother or sister. Road in Todd will have reviv­ Call 846-0734. al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Noon: Overlook Questions? Hart will be the guest evan­ Meet at first overlook between gelist. Special singing will be 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Do you want featured each night. Everyone to know more about the park's is invited to attend. Pastor is animals? Have you ever want­ Rev. Ken Holmes. ed to know some of the names of the mountains west of Mt. Jefferson? Bring the kids and Tuesday April 17 Saturday April 14 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Ashe Healthy Carolinians at Baptist Church. Rev. Neil 846-0781. Hatfield will be the guest 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview speaker. Service begins April Baptist Church. Rev. Neil 15 through Wednesday, April Hatfield will be the guest 18. Special Music each eve­ speaker. Service begins April ning. Rev. Larry Powers and 15 through Wednesday, April congregation invite everyone 18. Special Music each eve­ to attend. Youth will receive ning. Rev. Larry Powers and a special blessing rom Rev. congregation invite everyone Hatfield's messages. For more to attend. Youth will receive information, call Rev. Powers a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more at 336-246-9073. p.m.: Revival at Healing information, call Rev. Powers 7 Springs Baptist Church, at 336-246-9073. Crumpler, North Carolina: 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Sunday Morning, April 15, at Baptist Church will have 11 a.m. through Wednesday Revival Services on April 18evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. 22 with a special emphasis Rev. Charles Cain will be the on Youth and Older Children. visiting speaker, and there will Services begin at 7 p.m. with be special singing at each ser­ Rev. Andrew Rawls as the vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to and the congregation extend a attend. cordial invitation to all to attend 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist these services. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Church In West Jeffeson will Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Springs Baptist Church, Baptist Church on Three Top Crumpler, North Carolina: Road in Todd will have reviv­ Sunday Morning, April 15, at al April 15-21. Rev. Denton 11 a.m. through Wednesday Hart will be the guest evan­ evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. gelist. Special singing will be Rev. Charles Cain will be the featured each night. Everyone visiting speaker, and there will is invited to attend. Pastor is be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, Rev. Ken Holmes. and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 10:30 a.m.. The Ashe County 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Retired School Personnel Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ (RSP) will meet at Smokey Mountain BBQ. This meeting al April 15-21. Rev. Denton will include a time of informal Hart will be the guest evan­ discussion about our organiza­ gelist. Special singing will be tion. All retired school person­ featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is nel are encouraged to attend. 11:30-1p.m.: ACT Against Rev. Ken Holmes. Cancer Community Meeting: Come and help plan Ashe County's educational and sup­ port sessions to assist in the 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove fight against cancer. Volunteers Baptist Church will have needed for Women-ln-Touch to Revival Services on April 18help newly diagnosed breast 22 with a special emphasis cancer survivors navigate the on Youth and Older Children. complex seas of treatment and Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the to help educate young women about the need for self breast guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to exam, clinical exam and if over 50 mammograms. Dutch attend. Treat lunch at Morning Star 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Resturant. Call the Office of Wednesday April 18 Thursday April 19 Road In Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Friday April 20 3 p.m: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3:00 pm until 4:30 pm. 5 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 1822 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Saturday April 21 8a.m.-9 a.m.: Fit as a Fiddle on the Locomotion TrailSpecial kick-off celebration of the West Jefferson Downtown Pedestrian Trail. Plan now to come and celebrate with fid­ dlers, artisans and the West Jefferson businesses prior to the start of Ashe County Springfest at West Jefferson Elementary School. Great early morning music and an opportunity to sign up for a 4week Walking Challenge. Free Pedometers to the first 250 walkers to sign up for the pro­ gram! 5 new sidewalk artworks have been installed at the 1/5 points in the trail. All walkers are encouraged to attend and team pictures will be taken. For more information call The Ashe County Chamber of continued on page 11A Monday April 16 Catch eveiything. Miss nothing. DishDVR Advantage. It's about time. DishDVR Advantage. 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So when your world becomes less than picture-perfect, rest assured ... we'll walk with you through the ASHE COUNTY Garry Elliott - Agent Lonnie F. Darnell, Jr. - Agent challenges you facr. Martin J. Weaver - Agent We look forward to serving you, your families and your businesses Michael F. Lonon - Agency Mangy for many years to come. ifbli.com. ncfbins.com North Carolina farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Co,Farm Bureau Insurance of North Carolina,Inc, Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance CoJackson, MS 336-246-8828 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, APRIL 6, 2007 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY EVENTS Earth Day hike at New River State Park on April 22 continued from page 10A Commerce, The Ashe County Arts Council or the Office of Ashe Healthy Carolinians at 846-0781 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 1822 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Sunday April 22 Apr 11 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist i.: Church will have a special singing on Sunday morning at the 11 a.m. service with Solid Rock siniging. 2 p.m.: Earth Day Hike US 221 Access Community Building. Meet a Park Ranger at the Community Building at the US 221 Access. We will take a nature walk and discuss plants and animals seen along the way. Hike is approximately 1 mile long. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Free to the public. Please call the park office for more informa­ tion about this or any other programs that we offer. 336982-2587 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 7 p.m.: Earth Day, Meet at first Overlook, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Enjoy an evening of astronomy, animal stories and other fun night time activities including a short video about meteors. Bring a chair or a blanket so you can sit back and relax. 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 1822 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Monday April 23 7 p.m.: Bald Mt Baptist Church announces that the North Carolina Baptist Singers will be in concert at Bald Mountain.These singers are from across the state in our Baptist Churches. Brother David Phillips Associational Choir Director and Bald Mt Choir director invite you to come here this special group of singers. Rev. Lawrence Goodman is the pastor and invites you to attend the Bald Mt. Baptist Church 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring. ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Tuesday April 24 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Thursday April 26 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Friday April 27 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Saturday April 28 Review On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe 9 a.m.: The Jefferson United Center. Tuition is $55 Methodist Women will have Until September: Get a free a Spring Cleaning Fling Smoke Detector for your Sale in the social hall of the homel It involves having Jefferson United Methodist either our fire marshal or a Church. While spring clean­ participating local fire depart­ ing women are asked to bring ment member go out to your useful household items, jew­ home, fill out a short survey elry, tools, sporting goods and about any existing smoke small items of furniture for the alarms and provide some fire sale, No clothes will be offered. safety education while com­ The salle will be in the social pleting the installation. This hall, rain or shine from 9 a.m. is made possible through -1 p.m. the Ashe County Emergency 9 a.m.-12p.m.: Free Car Management Office. Call Seat Checks at Family Community Outreach with your Central during the Week of the name, address and phone Young Child Celebration- This number and it will be passed is another opportunity to make on to the Office of Emergency sure your child's car seat is Management and you will be the right one for their age and contacted. Call 846-0781. weight, and installed correctly. Ashe County Dog Park 2 p.m.: Alleghany Access. Committee is seeking vol­ Meet a Park Ranger for a unteers for upcoming fund nature hike at the beautiful raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for Alleghany Access. Please call more info. the park office to sign up for Ashe County Dog Park this hike. 336-982-2587. Free Committee needs your to the public. Please call the donations for an upcoming park office for more informa­ yardsale. All proceeds go to tion about this or any other the Dog Park programs that we offer. 336- IBLP Seminar (Institute in 982-2587 Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev 2 p.m.: Wildflower Hike. er had or ever will encounter. Wagoner Access Road. Join For those who are interested a Park Ranger for a one mile in searching deep enough we hike to identify the wildflow- are offering to host a "Basic ers in bloom. This program will Life Seminar" in our home. last for about one hour. Free This will require a commitment to the public. Please call the of one night a week for two to park office for more informa­ three hours a session for eight tion about this or any other weeks. There will be no cost. programs that we offer. 336- Refreshments will be avail­ 982-2587 able. Work books are provided. 2 p.m.: Hike Into History, If you are interested or would Sunday. Meet at Mount like more information, you may Jefferson Picnic Shelter call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385Explore Mount Jefferson with a 6129 or 336-877-7835 Ranger as participants take in Ashe Central High School the view, and learn about the Class of '77 30 Year Reunion storied past of the surround­ Plans are Underway!! ing area. Participants will hike Classmates - Please call or eto Luther Rock as they learn mail with your current address, about historic events and the phone, e-mail, etc. If you would natural world. This free pro­ like to be part of the planning, gram is weather dependent. let us know! We'll notify you Please dress appropriately for of the next meeting. Contact: hiking. Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena. barnes® bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-384Wilkes Community College 3605 gfitch529@hotmarf.com - Ashe Center is offering: Our elementary schools Home Inspection Exam need your help! Mountain Sunday April 29 Ongoing Events Wednesday April 25 View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for children in conjunc­ tion with a visiting author pro­ gram about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336-9824200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 2975346 Westwood Elementary is currently having a "Phone Raiser" and we need your help! We are collecting used cell phones to be recycled and make cash for our school. You can drop those used cell phones off at the Main Office at Westwood or send them in with a student. Westwood Elementary is a member of the 'Box Tops for Education' and Cambell's UPC program. Many products that you buy and use on your grocery list have them! The Box Tops and UPC Codes add up fast and help support the school. You can save and drop them off at Westwood School before the year ends. This is an ongioing event from year to year, so help us by saving those Box Tops today! Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest, it only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. Out with the old, in w i t h the new. 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 NOTICE OF HEARING The Town of Lansing will hold a public hearing on April 09, 2007 at 6:45pm to discuss the Town's Certification of Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Percentage Goal, which is used by the Town in applying for State and Federal Grant funding. The public hearing will be held at Lansing Town Hall, 173 B Street, Lansing, NC 28643. For further information please contact the Town at (336) 384-3938. It's time tor Spring cleaning and Carolina West Wireless can help you get a new phone and rate plan that's perfect for you! 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Main St. Jefferson, NC • 336-846-7744 www.carolinawest.com OVAMAHA \ Carolina West ^ -^—Wireless 'After $40 mail-in rebate and $20 instant rebate. Requires 2 year contract on qualified rate plan. "Requires 2 year contract on qualified rate plan. While supplies last Certain restrictions apply. �PAGE 12A FRIDAY/ APRIL 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ____ COMMUNITY NEWS A look back at the art of Florence Thomas Photo by Johnnie Gambill Miller When Florence Thomas (above, in 2003) passed away last Friday at 98, she left behind an amazing legacy of art. This page features some of her creations. Below, Fishing on the New River, oil on canvas, 2002. At right (top), Patterns in Green (Lady's Slippers), oil on can­ vas, 1998. At right (lower), House at Mouth of Wilson, oil on canvas, ca. 1990s. These and many other works by the artist, are featured in The Art of Florence Thomas, published by McFarland & Co. In 2004. 0£88-9PZ j)8vfb,uuvdddvsnp dxv siuzmuwddtf j(>vpoj,]jvj ^ F m Ad V )jd jo sdij ijjuojj 'ifsijod i f o u o o j UD jo i f s i p d 'sdij n o u a j j ijjiM s]wn Jij^Joy fa w Und 6DQ IUOJJ UO 3]l(jS 1DUJJOJ (Ijnsuoo j f a j p ijiinoj) 3J/($S dOfPOJfJ «»P3 ^ Me*I£ Asm(goiiw UWWIME SOCBKVY Ttee animals are available for adoption. Lucky Is an adult fox Monroe is a shepherd/collie terrier mix who will make mix of 6 wks. and cute as is such a good girl. She a good small house dog. a button. She has a sister loves everyone including He has a sweet disposition also that looks just like her other animals. She deserves and gets along with most named Ethel. They are ready the most loving home with other dogs. for a permanent home. lots of cuddling. Bella is a shepherd mix who Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box I776 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 28 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0406 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., April 6, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-04-06 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/beccd89878493ef68f13e5bbc33e94d9.pdf ab14f57f5c0ecb7dab9dbdc32b11d15f PDF Text Text • Track teams finish strongly in Wilkes Tuesday page 6 April 10, 2007 • App baseball ends six game streak 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 6 • ACHS summer basketball camps SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINGE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 29 page 7 Town names ABC Board by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor West Jefferson Aldermen have appointed Chris Barr, Jak Reeves and David Miller as the West Jefferson ABC Board, with Barr named chairman. Town Manager Greg McGinnis said the next step is for him to meet with the ABC board to provide them with the information he has received from the North Car­ olina ABC Commission. The board may then go to Raleigh and meet with the commis­ sion or meet with other local ABC boards to get advice on how to proceed. McGinnis said the volun­ teer board is charged with all aspects of setting up and operating the ABC store for the town. West JefferSee ABC, page 5 Tempers flare over Tigra A chilly Easter forces changes by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Discussion last Thursday evening turned into argu­ ment and ended with no ac­ tion taken between the West Jefferson Board of Aldermen and local businessman Tom Banks over the issue of the Tigra property. Banks came to the alder­ men meeting to request con­ tinuation of water and sewer service to the site as he has an option to buy the property with hopes to lease the indus­ trial space and develop offices and townhouses. The situation is unusual for the town as it was dis­ covered last year the Tigra site was neither annexed nor zoned as had been thought. Board action on those issues was taken years ago when Tigra came to town, but the paperwork was never filed with the county making the town action unofficial. The See Tigra. page 5 Post photos by Linda Burchette The temperatures were unseasonably cold the last several days,forcing some changes to Easter plans across the county. Sunrise services and Easte^gg hunts both moved in doors, as snow fell and morning temperatures fell into the teens. These photos show two examples of how the Easter fun happened—even in the cold. At right, Westwood Elementary Principal John Gregory performed the task of dropping eggs in the school's "egg drop" last Friday. Children were challenged to wrap an egg in whatever they could think of to protect it from breaking when dropped. The drop had been planned to take place from the roof outside, but cold weather moved the fun activity indoors. Winners received special prizes. Look for Mr. Gregory and other staff members on the roof soon, however, as the children celebrate having read almost 27,000 books this year. At left, a little snow (well, three inches or so) didn't stop these brave children and adults from participating in the Easter egg hunt Saturday morning at Ashe County Park. The program may have been a bit smaller this year due to the unexpected snowfall and below freezing temperatures, but spirits were warm as the Easter bunny distributed plastic eggs filled with special treats, Easter basket prizes were awarded, and everyone enjoyed hot dogs and hot chocolate, which just hit the spot on this very cold holiday weekend. Look for more photos from Saturday in the park in Friday's edition. Taking a hard look at area's economic future First of two parts (Editor's note: Michael Al­ mond has emerged in recent years as an outstanding ex­ pert on the global economy, particularly as it impacts this region. Almond serves as Spe­ cial Assistant to the Chancel­ lor for Economic Development, Appalachian State University (since 2005) and became the director of the Appalachian Regional Development In­ stitute at Appalachian State University in 2006. On March 27, he delivered an important and thought-provoking speech to the High Country Workforce Development Board meeting at Broyhill Inn on the ASU campus in Boone. We consider it of interest to anyone concerned about the future of our county, region and people.) by Michael Almond Special to the Post My remarks today deal with how we in the High coun­ try of North Carolina can best position ourselves for success in the 21st century, borderless world economy. I intend to say some things that will make some people (most of whom live in Raleigh) uncomfortable and uneasy; some things that not all of us will agree with. I do this not because I'm try­ ing to be provocative or pick a fight, but because the stakes are too high for all of us, par­ ticularly our children and grandchildren, not to speak plainly. As the proud quaker tradition puts it, I come today to "speak truth to power," be­ cause the people in this room are the core group of High Country leadership that can truly make a, difference. We live in a ' global economy Let me begin by stating the obvious: tpdajt in the hrst de­ cade of the 21st centurV all df us in this ropmjiqc, WQjAe, and compete in a global economy. We all know the stoiy: in the last decade of the 20th century, some truly astound­ ing things occurred: the Ber­ lin Wall fell, communism collapsed, and the old Soviet Union shattered and fell into pieces like a fragile crystal wine glass. The cold war was over, and by all appearances, we had won. [By the way, the 2007 college grads that will walk down the aisle in just a few weeks? well, they were 4 years old when the Berlin Wall came down in 1989. Ron­ ald Reagan no doubt seems as remote in time and history as Napoleon yonaparte.] Suddenly the energy, tal­ ent, and ambitions of a billion and a hMlf newly-emancipatcd capitalists were released into the vvojids economies in an explosion of eccmomic activity, technological expansion, and, yes, competition. The formerly fragmented and self-contained national economies of the world began to restructure and consoli­ date, and a truly borderless world economy began to take shape. "Globalization" en­ tered our vocabulary, bring­ ing with it its challenges and opportunities, and leaving in its relentless wake a long line of economic winners and los­ ers. Sometimes it feels like glo­ balization has been picking on North Carolina, and par-« tirilarly on rural areas like tlv High Country. We have witnessed literally hundreds of thousands of North Caroli­ na textile, ftirniture, and oth­ er jnanufa<rt.uring jobs move overseas or, simply disappear in an unprecedented rush of productivity growth. But glo­ balization does not pick win­ ners and losers, globalization does not play favorites. The global economy has not sin­ gled out North Carolina for special treatment. Just ask the thousands of unemployed steelworkers in Pittsburgh, or the laid-off lines of autoworkers in Detroit, or the people of Cleveland, Ohio, whose city went bankrupt, lost half its population, and actually had its river catch on fire, for goodness sakes! No, globalization doesn't pick winners and losers. But make no mistake: the global economy does reward winners and punish losers. We i»"flt accept the fact that, ready or not, and even here in the High Country, globalization is here to stay. And globalization is inntensely competitive, ruth­ lessly unforgiving, and ut­ terly intolerant of ecocnomic nostalgia and pining for the "good old days." In this new economic cli­ mate, we have to change, we have to adapt. New thinking, new economic development strategies are needed. We all have to focus on a common theme, a regional "big idea" if you will, and that is: "How can we develop, sustain, and enhance the global compeSee Almond, page 5 Margate 'Adopt-A-Grandparent' program a hit by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Residents of Margate Health and Rehab Center in Jefferson have a new crop of grandchildren this spring: "adopted," that is, through a generous program by North Carolina Elite Miss Ashe County Royal Court and Blue Ridge Christian Acad­ emy. Queens of all ages from toddler to adult and stu­ dents of the Christian Acad­ emy are participating in the Adopt-A-Grandparent pro­ gram developed by Jennifer Wilcox, program director of NC Elite Miss Ashe County, to bring generations togeth­ er for learning, sharing and friendship. The program began this Easter weekend with a visit by the queens and acad­ emy students to Margate where they met their "ad­ opted" grandparents. It was a fun and moving experience Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpo8t.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpo8t.com Post photo by Linda Burchette Leah Hampton greets resident Lucy Eller during the Adopt-A-Grandparent program Saturday afternoon at Margate Health and Rehab Center in Jefferson. Lawyers to offer free consultations Several Ashe County Attorneys will offer frpe half-hour legal consultations to all members of the general public in the second "Ask a Lawyer Day" for Ashe County. Lawyers will be available from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the afternoon on Saturday, April 28, at the Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson. No appointment will be necessary. Individuals seeking advice will be asked to complete a brief interview form before consulting with one of the attorneys on duty. Participants are invited to meet with an attorney for up to thirty minutes at for all as the older adults seemed so pleased by the young people's attention and enthusiasm and the young people seemed fascinated by their new "grandparents." Wilcox presented flowers and a plaque of appreciation to Margate Activities Direc­ tor Barbara Eldreth for al­ lowing the program. "We really appreciate what you are doing," Eldreth said. "It means a lot to us and means even more to the residents. They really en­ joy the kids coming in. This type of program instills in the young people skills they will need. Some who have been here have gone on to be nurses. The young people learn from the older people and the older person learns from the young person too, and that's good." Through the program, the young people will visit their adopted grandparent and send cards and letters. How no charge and under no obligation. All matters discussed will be held in strict confidence. Attorneys will cover a variety of topics includ­ ing insurance, personal iryury, wills and trusts, estate planning, real estate, corporate work, social security disability, family law, and criminal law. Thanks goes to the following attorneys for volunteering to be a part of the second annual "Ask a Lawyer Day" in Ashe County: David Jolly, Jonathan Jordan, Trade Jordan, Charlotte Blake, Jim Reeves, John Kilby and, from the North Carolina Legal Defense League, Denise Lockett. For more information about the event, please con­ tact the coordinator Trade Jordan of Jordan and they do this is up to them, and Wilcox said she hopes to connect more young people to the Margate residents this summer. During the initial visit on Saturday afternoon, photos of the grandparent/grand­ child pair were made so each would have a photo of the other, and the resident grandparent was presented with a certificate of adop­ tion, bag of goodies and a soft teddy bear in pastel col­ ors honoring the Easter sea­ son. Then the young people visited with their adopted grandparent and made plans for future visits. Because the cold, snowy weather prevented an out­ door Easter egg hunt for the children, the residents were given plastic eggs with prizes inside to hand out to the children. Keisha Wilson entertained with a clog­ ging routine and songs were sung. Jordan Law Offices, PLLC, at 846-1657 or Kitty Lawrence at 846-9071. A chilly Easter on Grandfather GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN- Unseasonably cold weather broke the record for the daily low temperature on Easter Sunday, April 8, at the official US Weather Service reporting station located next to the Mile High Swinging Bridge on Grandfather Mountain. The temperature dipped to 9 degrees early in the morning breaking the previous daily low record of 13 degrees set April 8, 1958. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Clara Sheets Cobb Chesapeake, Va. February 19, 1927 April 2, 2007 Mrs. Clara Sheets Cobb, age 80 of Chesapeake, Va., died Monday, April 2, 2007 at her home. Mrs. Cobb was born February 19, 1927 in Shelbyville, Ky. to the late Rufus and Sue Crepps Sheets. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband; Theophilus Cobb and brother; George "Jack" Sheets. Clara was a member and former elder of First Presbyterian Church of Portsmouth, Va. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Saturday, April 7, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Wayne Blythe officiating. Burial fol­ lowed in Big Ridge Cemetery. The family received friends Florence Young Thomas Grassy Creek February 7, 1909 March 30, 2007 Mrs. Florence Young Thom­ as, age 98 of Grassy Creek, N.C. died Friday, March 30, 2007 at the Ashe Memorial Hospital in Jefferson, N.C. Mrs. Thomas was born near Lansing, N.C., February 7, 1909 to Lee and Matilda Baugess Young. She was a homemaker and a well known artist, having studied art in several states and attending school in Philadelphia School of Fine Arts. She was preced­ ed in death by her husband, Paul J. Thomas. Funeral service was held Tuesday, April 3, 2007 at 11 Hazel Miller Faw Patterson Millers Creek October 10,1923 April 7, 2007 Mrs. Hazel Miller Faw Patterson, age 83, of Millers Creek, widow of John Talmadge Patterson, died Sat­ urday, April 7, 2007 at Britthaven Nursing Home. Funeral services will be held Tuesday 2 p.m., April 10, 2007 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with the Rev. Mace Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Glendale Springs. Mrs. Patterson was born October 10, 1923 in Ashe County to Gordon and Verna Wingler Miller. She was a member of Glendale Baptist Church. She was retired from Tyson Foods. She is survived by: three from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday prior to the funeral. Mrs. Cobb is survived by one daughter, Dr. Cheryl Blythe and husband Wayne of Chesapeake, Va.; a sister, Elizabeth Absher of Jefferson, N.C.; a brother, Jerry Sheets of Jefferson, N.C.; four grand­ children, Andrew, Scott, Mark and Randy; and a caregiver and friend, Mrs. Costella Ray. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to: Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research PO Box 4777 New York, NY 10163 Or to a charity of the do­ nor's choice. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. a.m. at Helton United Meth­ odist Church, Lansing N.C. with Rev. Peter Parish and Rev. Jim Thompson officiat­ ing. Interment followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends from 6, p.m. - 8 p.m. Monday evening at the Helton United Methodist Church. The family sincerely requests no flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ashe County Arts Council do Jane Lonon, P.O. Box 353, Jef­ ferson, N.C.28640 Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law, Betty and William Plummer of Grassy Creek, N.C.; several nieces and nephews. Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, Independence Va. is in charge of the funeral ar­ rangements. daughters, Patty Spears of North Wilkesboro, Pamela Little and husband, Jim of Winston-Salem, Lisa Johnson and husband, Greg of Millers Creek; two sons, Richard Faw and wife, Shirley of Yadkinville, Ralph Faw and wife, El­ len of Statesville; four sisters, Gladys Barnes of West Jef­ ferson, Nellie Dixon of Laurel Springs, Myrtle Stanley of Hays, Recie Roten of North Wilkesboro; five brothers, Arvil Miller of Virginia, Russell Miller, Donald Miller, Her­ man Miller all of Ashe Coun­ ty, Bronard Miliar of Laurel Springs; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. The family received friends at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Monday night from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. On line condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com. Delmar Peyton Hale, Sr. Grassy Creek October 14, 1921 April 3, 2007 Delmar Peyton Hale, Sr, age 85, of Grassy Creek, N.C., a resident of Grayson Nurs­ ing and Rehabilitation Cen­ ter, Independence, Va., passed away April 3, 2007 at the cen­ ter. He was born October 14, 1921 at Grassy Creek to the late Samuel Peyton and An­ nie Perry Hale. Surviving, His wife, Juanita Mae Hale, a resident of Grayson Nursing and Re­ habilitation Center, Inde­ pendence, Va., two sons and spouces, Robert (Bob) and Linda Hale of Jefferson, N.C. Melinda Richardson Faulkner Boone October 1,1968 April 5, 2007 Melinda Richardson Faulkner, age 38, of Park Street, Boone, died Thursday evening, April 5, 2007 at her home. Born October 1, 1968 in Ashe County, she was a daughter of Gladys Hocker Richardson and the late Herbert Richardson. Mrs. Faulkner was a housewife and homemaker. She is survived by her hus­ band, David A. Faulkner and two sons, Andrew and David Angus, all of the home; her mother, Gladys Richardson of and Terry and Phyllis Hale of Piney Creek, N.C.; and a daughter, Anita Hale of Mi­ ami, Fla. Five grandchildren and six great grandchildren also survive. A graveside service was held Friday, April 6, 2007 at 3 p.m. at Grassy Creek Ceme­ tery, Grassy Creek, N.C., with Rev. Rick Cornejo officiating. Military rites were con­ ducted by Grayson County VFW Post 7726. The fam­ ily received friends Thursday night at the home of Bob and Linda Hale, 161 Hale's Drive, Jefferson, N.C. Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, Independence, Va. was in charge of the Arrange­ ments Crumpler; one brother, Bryan Richardson of Ashe County; and two sisters, Alma Rich­ ardson of Sparta and Louise Richardson of Florida. Memorial services were conducted Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. at the VFW Post 7031, at 144 VFW Drive in Boone. The family received friends following services at the VFW. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to High Country Health Care Hos­ pice, 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B, Boone, N.C. Austin and Barnes Fu­ neral Home and Crematory is serving the Faulkner family. Reduce kidney disease risk Though it affects nearly diet that does not include ex­ 20 million Americans, chron­ cess amounts of any of these ic kidney disease (CKD) is chemicals helps your kidneys something many people don't do their job. • Get regular checkups. As think about until it's too late. While numerous people know previously mentioned, many of a friend or family member people are currently suffering who has kidney problems, ac­ from kidney disease and don't cording to research published even know it. 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Kidneys are responsible for keeping a balance of certain chemicals, such as sodium, II potassium and phosphorous, in your blood. A balanced HK line the internal and external walls of the prostate gland, and may or may not increase risk for prostate cancer. Symptoms Men who fall into any of the aforementioned heightened risk categories should begin to look for warning signs or symptoms of the disease. Even if nowhere near the age of 65 (when the risk factor increases significantly), any of the following symptoms should result in a trip to the doctor and a discussion of the possible causes, which can in­ clude prostate cancer. Urinary problems: An in­ ability to urinate or a prob­ lem stopping urination after struggling to start should be cause for concern. Also, when urination is characterized by weak flow, a painful, burning sensation or constant start­ ing and stopping, that could be indicative of prostate can­ cer. Difficult having an erec­ tion: The prostate is part of the male reproductive sys­ tem, so a common symptom of prostate cancer is an in­ ability or difficulty having an erection. Pain: Pain that is symp­ tomatic of prostate cancer will include pain in the upper thighs, lower back or hips. Blood in urine or semen: Again, because the prostate is part of the reproductive system, this is a problem that should not be ignored, but discussed with a physician immediately upon its discov­ ery. To learn more about pros­ tate cancer, its symptoms and treatment options, visit the Prostate Cancer Foundation Web site at www.prostatecancerfoundation.org. (MS) - For men, chest pain will always be something that instills some of their worst fears. For years, heart disease has been the leading cause of death among men and women alike. According to the Cen­ ters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 700,000 people a year die of heart disease in the United States alone. Those numbers are espe­ cially frightening for men, many of whom have had male relatives suffer heart attacks. In spite of a 2005 CDC re­ port that showed 51 percent of all people who died from heart disease in 2002 were women, the general public still assumes heart disease to be a problem for men first, women second. That assump­ tion leaves many men fearing the worst each time they feel chest pain. In this case, such fear can be a good thing. But only if it's acted upon. If the slightest chest pain forces a man to see his doctor, that's a good thing, as early detection is key to combatting heart disease. For men who would like to lessen some of their fears before vis­ iting their physician, it's im­ portant to know that chest pain is not always a sign of coronary heart disease, oth­ erwise known as the type of heart disease that causes heart attacks. • Burning chest pain. This will be felt whenever you cough, and is most often the result of a respiratory or viral infection. • Burning chest and rib pain soon accompanied by a rash. When this combination of symptoms occurs, it could be indicative of shingles, a vi­ ral infection which eventually develops into blisters that can take several weeks to heal. Shingles is most common in older adults with weakened immune systems. • Muscle or bone pain in the chest. This typically oc­ curs when exercise has been added to a man's routine. Though it can be seen as just part of the aches and pains that come with a new exercise regimen, it should still be dis­ cussed with a physician. • Chest pain accompanied by rapid shortness of breath. Tfiis is a serious condition, and is most likely a blood clot in the lungs known as a pul­ monary embolism. The chest pain in this instance will be deep, and the shortness of breath will be extreme and develop quickly. • Chest pain that gets worse with exercise, stress or eating. While this is not nec­ essarily indicative of existing heart disease, it is a warning sign for heart disease, most notably angina. Angina oc­ curs when not enough blood can flow to the heart because blood vessels have narrowed as a result of hardened arter­ ies. Men who feel this type of pain, even after the first oc­ curence, should immediately seek the advice of a physi­ cian. • Painful chest lump: This often occurs during the sum­ mer months or when a man returns from a vacation in a tropical location. The pain occurs seemingly out of no­ where at the lower end of the sternum or breastbone. The "lump" is actually the carti­ laginous end of the sternum, which projects forward a bit and can become tender when subjected to constant pres­ sure, such as that caused by lying face-down on a beach for hours. Sensitivity should subside in a week if you avoid lying on your stomach. Of course, men should know that sometimes chest pain is a sign of impending heart at­ tack. Symptoms that indicate heart attack can include: • chest pain that feels like a heavy weight has been placed on the chest • pain that spreads from the chest to the back, neck, jaw, upper abdomen, or one or both upper shoulders or arms (the left shoulder and are is most common) • dizziness or lightheaded­ ness • changes in heartbeat, be it faster, slower or irregular • nausea or vomiting For men, it's important to know that any pain with re­ spect to the chest should not be taken lightly. If any of the above symptoms are felt, keep a cool head and report them to your physician immediately. Hugh Chatham Doctors Answer Your How should I choose a Knowledge is a man's best friend when it comes to prostate cancer (MS) - As men grow older, Risk Factors they commonly hear about • Age: Thankfully, as many any number of ailments they men grow older, their doctor could succumb to. The more a visits increase. That's a good man visits a doctor, the more thing, as prostate cancer is he hears about heart disease, very rarely diagnosed in men under the age of 45. Age is, in stroke, erectile problems and any number of conditions fact, the biggest risk factor he's likely to experience as he for men with respect to pros­ ages. tate cancer. According to the One disease men, especial­ Prostate Cancer Foundation ly those who are middle-aged (PCF), the risk sharply in­ or on the cusp of their golden creases as a man grows older. years, are hearing more and While a man under 40 has a more about from their doc­ one in 10,000 chance of be­ tors is prostate cancer. While ing diagnosed with prostate prostate cancer often doesn't cancer, a man between the get as much exposure as any ages of 40 and 59 has a one of the above-mentioned con­ in 39 chance, and men over ditions, that's not because 60 have a one in 14 chance of it doesn't pack a powerful diagnosis. Overall, 65 percent punch. In fact, as the Nation­ of all prostate cancer diagno­ al Cancer Institute points out, ses are in men over the age prostate cancer is the second of 65, again illustrating the most common form of cancer importance of seeing a doc­ among men in the United tor more and more as a man States. One out of every three grows older. men diagnosed with cancer • Race: African-American each year is diagnosed with men are 61 percent more like­ prostate cancer. This year, ly to develop prostate cancer that means roughly 220,000 than Caucasian men, and are men will be diagnosed with almost 2.5 times more likely prostate cancer. to die from the disease. Asian While that's an alarming and American Indian men number, the good news is face a lesser risk, but should that, when detected early, the still exercise caution and con­ various treatments for pros­ cern. tate cancer boast a 90 percent • Family history: Risk is success rate. Better yet, re­ greater in men who have had search is ongoing with respect a father or brother suffer from to finding a cure for prostate prostate cancer. PCF notes cancer. But even with largely that men whose brother, fa­ successful treatment options ther or son developed the dis­ and ongoing research, men ease were twice as likely to need to recognize that a large develop it themselves. If two part of treating prostate can­ or more such relatives were cer rests on their shoulders. diagnosed, a man's risk factor If not recognized early, the is four times as high. potential for successful treat­ • Changes in the prostate: ment reduces greatly. That Some men have cells called said, knowing the risk factors high-grade prostatic intraep­ and symptoms of prostate ithelial neoplasia that are cancer is essential for men noticeable when placed un­ der a microscope. These cells hoping to beat the disease. Is it always a heart attack? rehabilitation program?' JEROME T. WATSON, MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Dr. Watson: Families with patients needing rehabilitation services face an important choice. Questions to Ask: 1. Does the program specialize in rehabilitation? : Of course, close-to-home services 2. Is the program accredited? are preferred for both inpatient and 3. Is the program's director a board j certified specialist in rehabilitation? ; outpatient needs. With all the HCMH rehabilitation services in Elkin, families find transporting, and visiting patients 4. Does the program provide a continuum of care? j much more convenient than driving an hour or more to metropolitan centers offering the same services. 7. Has the program demonstrated : success in treating your condition? j facility about its programs. For answers to these and other questions, 8. How successful is the program in j returning patients home? please feel ffee to call our center at (336) 527-7070. : 6. Can the program handle difficult : rehab cases? There are other considerations and questions to ask a rehabilitation c.- -r.. 5. Does the program provide a wide i range of services? | 9. Is the staff involved in continuing j education for their specialties? Learn why Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital physicians are the region's choice for rehabilitation services. For more information, and answers to other health care questions, log on to www.hughchatham.org. This advice column isJust a guide and does not replace an actual visit to your physiaan's office. Depending cm ! your particular situation, the comments written here ' s may not apply. 10. Are family members involved in | the program? Q Hugh M Chatham I Memorial Hospital Our Region's CHOICE for TECHNOLOGY &CARE (336)527-7000 • 180 Parkwood Drive • Skin, NC 28621 • www.hughdiatliiim.org O i �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS Friends of BRP seeks to save Parkway's views FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge Parkway, an environmental nonprofit organization based in the Roanoke Valley with over 7,500 members nationwide, is spearheading a communitybased project. The National Park Service (NPS) requested FRIENDS' help in restoring the viewshed (an area of sce­ nic value worthy of preserva­ tion against development) which is visible from the Blue Ridge Parkway at Milepost 125.5. Through the support of FRIENDS' members and cor­ porate members, FRIENDS sponsors a series of tree and •seedling plantings, implement­ ing the approved Parkway Landscape Plans at a site de­ termined by the Parkway staff, in cooperation with local com­ munities, to restore viewsheds along the Parkway. FRIENDS provided $48,513 to protect Parkway views in 2006. This planting is made possible by FRIENDS mem­ conscious development. "It will take all of us working together to be a part of the solution to preserve the Parkway views," says FRIENDS' executive di­ rector Susan J. Mills, Ph.D. There are many examples of where contemporary devel­ opment has distorted, and in some cases has spoiled, the historic landscape scene from the Parkway. "FRIENDS is en­ bers and grant funding from the Beirne Carter Foundation, Urban and Community Assis­ tance/Virginia Department of Forestry and Roanoke County. Other organizations involved in planning this seedling planting are The Kiwanis Club of Roanoke, Creative Nursery & Landscapes, Virginia's Ex­ plore Park, Roanoke County and FRIENDS Roanoke Valley Chapter. The Blue Ridge Parkway is visited by millions of travelers from all walks of life and con­ tinues to exist because it is the most treasured,distinctive, and convenient way of viewing the Appalachian mountain historic landscape, in its well-preserved state. FRIENDS is promoting growth in a positive working relationship with developers to ensure a win-win solution for preserving and protecting the Parkway experience and encouraging environmentally Renewable energy grants available Raleigh, North Carolina rels of foreign oil and gener­ - John Cooper, State Director ate almost 2 million kilowatt USDA Rural Development hours of electricity annually. announced today the avail­ USDA has funded more than ability of $176.5 million in 800 loans and grants since loan guarantees and $11.4 the renewable energy pro­ million in grants to support gram began in FY 2003. investments in renewable The Administration's farm energy and energy efficiency bill proposals recommend improvements by agricultur­ a more than $1.6 billion in­ al producers and small busi­ crease in renewable energy nesses. related funding. This includes The Renewable Energy a $2.1 billion loan guarantee and Energy Efficiency loan program, a $500 million bioand grant program was es­ energy and bioproducts re­ tablished under Section 9006 search program, $500 million of the 2002 Farm Bill. It pro­ for alternative energy and vides loan guarantees and energy efficiency grants, and grants to agricultural pro­ other initiatives. Details are ducers and rural small busi­ available at www.usda.gov/ nesses for the purchase and farmbill installation of renewable en­ The President's FY 2008 ergy systems or for energy ef­ budget proposal for USDA ficiency improvements. includes $397 million for en­ Loan guarantees cover up ergy projects, an increase of to 50 percent of a project's $161 million over FY 2007. cost, not to exceed $10 million. Part of the increase, $132 mil­ Grants are available for up to lion, is sought for renewable 25 percent of a project's cost, energy loans and grants. The not to exceed $250,000 for en­ remainder is sought to fund ergy efficiency improvements research and development ac­ and $500,000 for renewable tivities to enhance bioenergy energy systems. These loans feedstocks and improve con­ and grants are expected to version technologies for celreduce greenhouse gas emis­ lulosic ethanol. sions by 0.97 million metric Applications for grants tons, replace 821 million bar­ must be completed and sub- mitted to the appropriate USDA Rural Development state office postmarked no later than May 18. The dead­ line for submitting loan appli­ cations as well as for loan and grant combinations is July 2. For more information, refer to the announcement in the March 22 Federal Register or contact any state Rural De­ velopment office. Further in­ formation on rural programs is available at a local USDA Rural Development office or by visiting USDA's web site at http://www.rurdev.usda.gov. USDA Rural Develop­ ment's mission is to deliver programs in a way that will support increasing economic opportunity and improve the quality of life of rural resi­ dents. As a venture capital entity, Rural Development provides equity* and techni­ cal assistance to finance and foster growth in homeownership, business development, and critical community and technology infrastructure. Further information on rural programs is available at a lo­ cal USDA Rural Development office or by visiting USDA's web site at http://www.rurdev.usda.gov couraging developers and com­ munity groups to consider how they can develop in harmony with the Parkway landscape or get involved to provide a ser­ vice to preserve our national treasure," says Dr. Mills. The planting will begin at 9 a.m. and end around 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 14. The lo­ cation of the site is at milepost 125.5 on the Blue Ridge Park­ New business opens in West Jefferson Fastenal Company, Amer­ ica's largest fastener dis­ tributor and fastest growing full-line industrial supply distributor, has opened a new store in West Jefferson locat­ ed at 1103 South Jefferson Ave., - past McDonalds, next to Ashley Hardwood Flooring. The new store offers expand­ ed retail space, improved merchandising, additional product inventory and staff to help customers find what they need. It's the latest addi­ tion to the company's network of 2,040 stores worldwide, in­ cluding 245 store openings in the past year alone. The new store is managed by Brett Yates with the help in outside sales from Todd Rieger. Yates, a Wilkesboro native has worked for Fas­ tenal in Hickory and most recently managed the Wil­ kesboro store prior to being named manager of the West Jefferson store. Store hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, with 24-hour emergency service for ac­ count customers. "We're not just a hard­ ware store; we're here to help West Jefferson businesses and workers solve their sup­ ply challenges and achieve their goals," said Yates. "If you can't find a part on our shelves, we'll source or man­ ufacture it for you or we can even manage your inventory for you, including daily bin stocking. Bottom line: We're ready to go to work for you." Fastenal products are backed by a local and nation­ al sales force trained through the company's internal train­ ing program, the Fastenal School of Business. Fastenal sells roughly 750,000 vari­ eties of industrial and con­ struction supplies across 15 product lines, including: different types of threaded and miscellaneous fasteners, tools, cutting tools, hydrau­ lics and pneumatics, mate­ rial handling, janitorial, elec­ trical, welding, safety, metals and alloys and a full line of abrasives, chemicals and paint. Fastenal's lineup of industrial services includes: tool & hoist repairs, bandsaw welding, tool & cutter grind­ ing, custom chain slings, hose crimping, metals services, en­ gineering services, laboratory services, custom packaging, material management, prod­ uct sourcing, and engineering and manufacturing services. Fastenal Company has 10,703 employees and store locations in all 50 states, all providences of Canada, Mex­ ico, the Dominican Republic, to stretch as it fills with urine. However, when infected, the pouches can create tiny nich­ es that some opportunistic E. coli can slip into and hide. "After customary antibiot­ ic treatment, the vast major­ ity of the bacteria are either killed by the antibiotics or eliminated during urination," Abraham said. "However, there are small numbers of bacteria that survive antibi­ otic treatment because they sneak into the lining of the bladder, waiting for the op­ portunity, after antibiotic treatment, to come out and start multiplying again." The researchers found that forskalin has the ability to force the bacteria out of their niches and into the urine, where they can be killed by antibiotics. Abraham said that forskalin's action makes intuitive sense, since the herb is known to rev up certain cellular ac­ tivity. This heightened activ­ ity in the bladder causes the specialized pouches to "flush out" their contents—in this case, the hiding E. coli. "This herb has been used in Asia for centuries for a wide variety of ailments," Abraham said. "However, one of its constant uses has been for treating painful urina­ tion." Today, forskalin is added to bodybuilding products and marketed for its ability to increase lean body and bone mass, as well as to increase testosterone levels. The herb also has been claimed to be an effective weight-loss aid. Herbal extracts such as for­ skalin are not tested nor reg­ ulated by the Food and Drug Administration. Abraham recommends that anyone with a urinary tract infection should contact their physi­ cian before trying forskalin. In the latest experiments, the researchers injected for­ skalin directly into the blad­ der or administered it intra­ venously. The herb appeared to expel more than 75 per­ cent of the hiding E. coli. The researchers next will deter­ mine whether or not the herb is effective when mice receive it orally, since that is how it would be used in humans. The experiments also will combine the use of forskalin and antibiotics. "This type of treatment strategy may prove to be ben­ eficial for patients with recur­ rent urinary tract infections," Abraham said. "Ideally, use of this herb would expel the bacteria, where it would then be hit with antibiotics. With the reservoir of hiding bacte­ ria cleared out, the infection should not recur." Abraham said that a new and effective approach for treating urinary tract infec­ tions is needed, because con­ stant antibiotic use has many drawbacks, including high expense, possible liver and kidney damage and the po­ tential for creating strains of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Other Duke members of the team were Brian Bishop, Mather Duncan, Jeongmin Song, Guojie Li and David Zaas. Singapore, China and the Netherlands. Each store uti­ lizes local inventory, outside sales personnel and on-site delivery vehicles to save its customers time. This store model is part of the Fastenal's mission to provide the best local indus­ trial supply store in every community it serves. The company intends to continue its store network expansion throughout 2007 - hiring and training additional sales em­ ployees in the local and sur­ rounding markets. The company's strong, consistent growth since its founding in 1967 has been guided by a vision of "Growth Through Customer Service." Fastenal Company has been acknowledged by many pub­ lications including Fortune, Forbes and Inc. magazines. The company's CEO, Will Oberton, was recently se­ lected as the 2006 CEO of the Year by Morningstar, Inc., a leading financial research and analysis group. Located in Winona, Minn., Fastenal is a publicly traded company on NASDAQ (symbol: FAST). For more information about Fastenal's products, services, people and business, go to their website, www.fastenal.com. STIHL STfcHL KombiSystem - Great Versatility. GREAT VALUE! STIHL KombiSystem One powerhead. Multiple attachments. 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It was a fun day the original Latin: "... for, as long as but of music, crafts, food and more at Jefferson Landing, a hundred of us remain in spite of chilly tempera­ alive, never will we on any conditions be brought tures. Tartan Day was recog­ under English rule. It is nized by the U.S. Senate in truth not for glory, nor in 1998 as a way of hon­ riches, nor honours that we oring the contributions are fighting, but for free­ of the nation's 11 million dom—for that alone, which people with Scottish ances­ no honest man gives up but try. That number is vastly with life itself" These words deeply understated, however, as it only includes those with influenced Scottish politi­ Scottish surnames. People cal thought, which in who have at least some turn had an impact on connection to Scotland our own Declaration of would number far more Independence. The words of Arbroath certainly had than that. The date selected by an impact on Adam Smith, the Senate for Tartan Day the 18th Scot who is the is the anniversary of the father of free markets and signing of the Declaration the modern concept of free­ of Arbroath in 1320. This dom. Today, the Declaration remarkable document is the first formal declara­ of Arbroath stands as a tion of independence in monument in the struggle world history. Addressed to for human freedom. All the pope, the Declaration those who love liberty may of Arbroath asserts well join with the Scots in Scotland's independence celebrating this particular from England (which had day. The Irish have St. Patrick's Day, while Columbus Day has always been important to the Italian-American com­ munity. And now people of Scottish ancestry have Tartan Day, which is April PAGE 4 TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2007 Thanks to commission To the Editor: Publicly, I would like to applaud the courage and conviction of our Ashe County Commissioners in defending Ashe County ridge tops from industrial wind turbine complexes. Despite the effort by Appalachian State professors to steam roller our elected officials, the stance taken by all five of them clearly says: "We were not fooled by the barrage of pseudo-wind turbine science. The paltry amount of electricity that might eventually be generated by the proposed complexes pales in comparison to the damage to our local economy." Thanks, Commissioners. Keep up the good fight. Lorraine Denig Beaver Creek Windmill controversy To the Editor: Residents of Ashe County need to know that ASU employees have once again come to our county with their propaganda promoting large scale wind turbines. The recent "conversation" at Riverview Community Center consisted of three presentations from ASU employees and one from the Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League. Questions from the audience were encouraged but some were never answered (such as "How many wind turbine projects are being planned for Watauga County?") A large proportion were answered with "I don't know." As part of one presentation we were shown the: same photo ofthe Buffalo Mountain, TN wind facility that ran in the Feb 20, 2007 issue of the Jefferson Post. When asked to point out where the houses Letters to the Editor on the mountain next to the wind turbines were, we were told "There are none." It was pointed out that while Brent Summerville stated utility scale wind turbine projects needed Class 4 or higher winds, his wind maps clearly showed the proposed project to have only Class 2 or 3 winds. No satisfactory answer was given for why an utility scale project should be built in an area with insufficient winds. His response was that maybe the wind class for the area was Class 3.9 and that a wind study had not yet been done. According to studies presented by the ASU experts, wind turbines do cause an average of 2.2 bird deaths per turbine per year. Ignoring other studies and a current lawsuit in California that report higher figures, the project proposed for Ashe bounty can expect an average of 1100-1232 bird deaths during the project's 20 year lifespan. Several other causes of bird deaths were also presented with transmission lines having the largest numbers of them all. No real response was given from these experts when members of the audience asked about bird deaths and the new transmissions lines necessary for this project. During a video shown and later reiterated by the ASU experts it was asserted that wind turbines do not create any noise. If this were true, why did National Wind Watch issue a press release on April 2, 2007 calling for a mininum of 1-mile setbacks due to the increasing complaints of noise from people who live near new projects? The press release included a quote from the National Wind Coordinating Committee (whose members include state and federal agencies among others) that "those affected by noise generated by wind turbines live within a few miles of a large wind power plant or within several thousand feet of a small plant or individual turbine. Although the noise at these distances is not great, it nevertheless is sufficient to be heard indoors and may be especially disturbing in the middle of the night when traffic and household sounds are diminished." http:// www.wind-watch.org/press070402.php The most revealing comment came from Lou Zeller of the Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League. He stated that the proposed wind turbine project was "the same kind of industrial development Ashe County was trying to attract for jobs." Let it be clear that this project is not FARMING. As stated by one of the few local proponents, it is INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT. As for creating jobs in Ashe County, according to numbers from existing turbine projects, this project can be expected to create 1-2 full-time jobs after construction is completed. Hardly the number our local government is looking to attract! Dennis Scanlin repeatedly stated that he was not trying to force wind turbines on anyone who did not want them. What, then, was his purpose for coming to our county again? Wasn't the message from the citizens of Ashe County loud and clear at the two public hearings he attended? If it was not, then let me try to be as clear as possible: . We do not want industrial wind turbines on our mountain ridges! We do not want industrial wind turbines located next to our homes and families! WE DO NOT WANT INDUSTRIAL WIND TURBINES IN ASHE COUNTY!! Brenda Macknee Lansing To centralize or not to centralize p teg, Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norenc Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. RALEIGH - To centralize or not to centralize - that is the question. Well, maybe it's not the question, but it is an impor­ tant question in public policy. Throughout American histo­ ry there have been profound disagreements about which levels of government should have which responsibili­ ties. Here in North Carolina, battles between advocates of centralized and decentralized power are constant and some­ times surprising. Modern-day liberals who want counties to have more choices in how to raise tax dollars also want to forbid school systems from using corporal punishment or counties from permitting new landfills. Conservatives often prefer to let local communi­ ties make their own rules on, say, smoking policies - ex­ cept when they don't, in such cases as abstinence-based sex education. A preference for either uni­ formity or autonomy seems to come and go based on the specific case. This seems hyp­ ocritical, and sometimes is. But don't jump to conclusions. Questions about federalism aren't easy ones, and people of good faith just disagree about the answers. My take on the matter is that, as much as possible, de­ cisions about governmental operations ought to be made as close to the affected ju­ risdictions as possible. This principle allows localities to adapt to unique circumstanc­ es, fosters experimentation, and encourages true citizen participation. However, I believe that an- other im­ time or do business in a par­ p o r t a n t ticular local jurisdiction but principle have little means of affecting is that, its tax policies. • On regulating personal as much as pos­ behavior, I'm not a fan of sible, the government paternalism authority in any form, but at least if to spend these decisions are left to lo­ and the calities, people can vote with a u t h o r ­ their feet and choose to live John Hood ity to tax in more- or less-permissive o u g h t communities. However, there to be married. Still another has to be a backstop here: important principle is that surely we can all agree that rights adhere to individuals, there are certain inalienable not to institutions. Citizens rights that individuals enjoy have the right to organize no matter where they live much - but not all - of their and that if threatened by lo­ government affairs at the cal government, these rights state level, a right specified can be enforced in state or by the 10th Amendment. But federal court. they do not have the right to • On education, I recog­ deprive their fellow citizens of nize that the North Carolina equal rights, as many segre­ constitution establishes the gationists did under the cloak state's role as the collector of "states' rights."The federal and dispenser of tax dollars government has an indis­ to fund public education, and pensable role in protecting in­ the state in turn 1) creates dividuals from encroachment counties as agents to carry by states, just as states must out some of this financing role protect fundamental rights and 2) authorizes other enti­ against abrogation by grasp­ ties, such as school districts ing local busybodies. and charter schools, to deliv­ These principles are in ten­ er the service and receive the sion, obviously. As far as cur­ funds. I think local schools rent controversies go, here's and districts ought to enjoy how I think they ought to be significant freedom to deter­ applied: mine policies on operational • On taxing authority, I matters such as teacher com­ think that the state should pensation, while being held continue to place limits on accountable for demonstrable what localities can do to raise results. I further think the revenue. Generally applied state should broaden its au­ property and sales taxes ap­ thorization of who can deliver portion the burden more fair­ tax-funded educational ser­ ly and efficiently than narrow vices to include nonprofit and taxes on home sales, hotel private schools. The list goes on, but this stays, and the like - which are often intended to stick it column cannot. As brev­ to nonresidents who spend ity is the soul of wit, I'll just say that I think government power should be decentral­ ized, except when I don't. Call me capricious if you like, but if you consider these issues carefully you may find that there is more in heaven and earth than is dreamt of in your philosophy. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Friday deadline nears for women's professional seminar Friday, April 13 is the deadline to register for "Cruisin'," the 7th Annual Professional Women's Semi­ nar. The event is planned Thursday, April 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fletch­ er Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson, and sponsored by Wilkes Community Col­ lege Ashe Campus and the WCC Small Business Center and Ashe Chamber of Com­ merce. Participants at the semi­ nar will hear an address by Emily Ballance, MEd, LPC, who entertains, educates and inspires audiences with her humor, honesty and live­ ly stories. A member of the National Speakers Associa­ tion and American Associa­ tion for Therapeutic Humor, Ballance is also a Licensed Professional Counselor in Raleigh, Ballance is com­ mitted to helping people use positive, affirming humor to enhance their health, happi­ ness, work and well-being. Entertainment is planned by Greg Carroll, former mem­ ber of the Ink Spots, bring­ ing alive memorable tunes from the fifties accompanied by Maureen Blackburn. The program begins with registration at 11:30 a.m., luncheon at noon catered by Creative Food Ventures, a break and door prizes at 1 p.m., entertainment at 1:15 p.m., address from Emily Ballance at 1:45 p.m., and door prizes at 2:45 p.m. ABC continued from front pa/fe son residents voted on the store, along with the sale of mixed drinks, last month. The town's ABC board will choose a site for the store, decide on financing, hire staff and manage the opera­ tion. "Everythingisuptothem," said McGinnis about aspects of the ABC store. "The town could help with financing of the site, but we are probably not in a financial situation to do that. If they ask for the old Centura bank building (which the town owns), we could help with that." As a town board ap­ pointed by the aldermen, Almond continued from front page tiveness of the High Country in an increasingly borderless world economy? How does our small, rural, mountainous re­ gion of North Carolina "make our case and stake our claim" in a world full of opportunis­ tic competitors? Most importantly we have to confront the hard ques­ tions: Where are we going? And how do we get there? Are we ready? What do we need, and how do we get it? What are other regions doing, and how do we stack up against them? Well, now it's time for a reality check. Maybe even a sanity check, one thing seems clear: If rural regions like the High Country are to have an economic future of our own making, then we must devel­ op and implement a globallyfocused economic strategy— an economic "foreign policy" if you will—of our own design. And it is here that we must begin to be honest with our­ selves. We can't know how far away from the goal we are if we don't know where we are starting from. It is absolutely essential that we bring an open mind and a sense of hon­ esty and transparency to our search for self-awareness as a state and a region. There are some myths and half truths at large in the North Carolina educational and economic development establishments, things that folks in charge don't much like to acknowledge or talk about. Now don't get me wrong. We are doing many things right in this state, and we are mak­ ing some progress, particu­ larly with respect to border­ ing states that compete with us for jobs and new business. And I don't want to make any­ body mad or step on anyone's toes here. I spent six years running a regional economic development partnership, so believe me when I say that I salute and commend every­ one involved in efforts to grow our economy and provide new jobs for our people. Those of you who know me best also know that I am gen­ erally a positive, optimistic person who usually tries to find the good, and particular­ ly the humorous, in most all things, but never forget this: While the global economy may tolerate idealism and op­ timism, it demands realism, the global economy never con­ fuses effort with performance. And this is why we must bet­ ter understand the enormity of the challenges that face us. We must better understand the globally competitive en­ vironment that our economic developers, educators, and political leaders are working in. We must better know and better understand the eco­ nomic terrain in front of us, so that we can begin to devel­ op and execute the economic development strategies and tactics that will lead to ulti­ mate success down the road. We must be honest with our­ selves about where we stand, as a nation, as a state, and as a region. Myths and half-truths •Myth #1: NC is doing well in recruiting and creating new and better jobs. Statistics confirm that dur­ ing the period 2001-2004, our state was hemmoraging jobs at an alarming rate; almost 200,000 manufacturing jobs alone were lost. And it is also true that since 2004, the state has experienced a remarkable recovery, to the point now that 3.3 million people are work­ ing in the private sector. More than 100,000 new jobs were created in 2006 alone. But here's what those numbers don't tell you: •The 3.3 million private sector jobs we have today matches almost exactly with the number of private sector jobs we had in the year 2000. in other words, we have gone 6 years with essentially zero private sector job growth in our state. •During that same six year period, our total population has increased more than 10%, to 8.8m people, meaning that we have actually experienced an overall loss in private sec­ tor employment in terms of percentage of the population. •North Carolina's unem­ ployment rate was 3.8% in 2000; in January of this year, the rate stood at 5%. •Unemployment in the High Country was 4.2% in 2000; today it is 5.9%. •With respect to the type and quality of jobs being cre­ ated, consider the much-antic­ ipated and long-delayed state of the workforce report of the nc commission on workforce development, finally released on February 28 of this year, which projects employment trends in North Carolina for the 10 year period 2007-2017. the report contains some stunning and truly alarming information: The current job mix in NC looks like this, in terms of ed­ ucational attainment: •Associates degree or bet­ ter: 25% of all jobs •"Middle class jobs" (hs di­ ploma, no college): 41% •Jr/high school dropouts: 34% By 2017, just ten short years, and if nothing is done to reverse or change current trends, the mix will look like this: •associates degree or bet­ ter grows to about 40%; this is good. •Jr/high school dropout jobs also increase to over 40%! this is bad. •And the old, traditional "middle class" jobs, paying a decent family, living wage with only a high school diplo­ ma, will decline from 41% to about 20% of all jobs in NC. this is very bad. This disappearance, this "hollowing out" of NC's mid­ dle class employment base has frightening implications for our state. UNC System Vice Presi­ dent Leslie Boney puts it this way: "So here's the story if we do nothing: over the next Tigra continued from front page town has continued to pro­ said he thinks something planning board for a recom­ vide water and sewer service should be done with the prop­ mendation to the board of to Tigra, which has suspend­ erty, and there are no indus­ aldermen, who would then Registration is $15 in ad­ ed manufacturing operations tries out there knocking on schedule a public hearing. McGinnis said he would vance or at the door. Checks but continues its office as the town's door for a location. When asked his opinion like to go ahead and post the should be made payable to the German company's only on the site, Town Attorney property and inform adjoin­ Ashe Chamber of Commerce. American site. This fee covers the program Town Manager Greg Mc­ Jim Reeves said, "Somebody ing property owners of the and lunch. To register, call Ginnis said that in July, un­ needs to get that property potential for annexation and rezoning of the Tigra prop­ the WCC Ashe Campus at less the situation changes, and do something with it." Banks said he has been erty, and invite them to the 846-3900. the town will begin charging For more information, out of town water and sewer working with the town for planning board meeting on contact Celia Robinson at rates to Tigra. Any request to 10 months on this project, Monday, April 16 to offer their the WCC Ashe Campus. annex or zone the property and because he is over the opinions. contract date with Tigra on Sponsors include Ashe must come from the owner. Partnership for Children, Banks told the board he the option, he is not sure Blue Ridge Electric Mem­ could not get financing to pur­ how much longer the com­ _ THE bership Corporation, Cal­ chase the property without pany will honor that option. laway Safety Consultants, an assurance of water and He said he has also lost at Jefferson Landing, Lowe's, sewer service. He asked that least two potential tenants Michele Boyce-Obenchain the board assure these servic­ for the commercial property with Mary Kay, The Moun­ es for the next 15 years, and because a decision could not My advice to you tain Times, New River Film within one year as expected be reached and these tenants is not to inquire Festival, Shepherd's Staff, property owner he would re­ needed to find a site. He has why or whither, and Skyline Membership quest annexation and zoning spent over $40,000 on this Corporation. and pay for any extensions project and will lose that in­ but just enjoy of the water and sewer lines vestment if the town does not your ice cream to other developments on the agree to continue the water while its on and sewer. property. "I'm frustrated, I don't \ your plate. The board refused to grant meetings of the ABC board this request. McGinnis told mind telling you," Banks said are open to the public, with them if they agreed to do to the board. "I've waited 10 certain topics including real this, because Tigra is offi­ months and I've spent a lot of estate transactions, contract cially located on county prop­ money." McGinnis said he would be negotiations, and person­ erty where there is no zoning, nel subject to closed session Banks could develop the site contacting Banks to find out if he wants the project to go under the state's open meet­ without the town's approval. ings law requirements, and Alderman Stephen Shoe­ forward. Requests for annex­ the board does not have to maker made a motion to con­ ation and zoning must come accept public comments. tinue the water and sewer from Tigra as the property contingent upon Banks wait­ owner. The request would © 2007 by King Features Syndicate Inc ing until annexation and zon­ then be sent to the town's World rights reserved ing were accomplished before developing the property, but generation, higher-educated his motion was not seconded. individuals will be aging out Alderman Bob McCoy moved of the workforce and, absent to deny the entire project, and significant change, are likely his motion was not seconded. Alderman Calvin Green to be replaced by lower-edu­ cated and lower-skilled work­ ers. . . . and those lower-edu­ cated workers will get stuck 2679 NC Hwy 113 in low-end jobs. . . . job stag­ L*i (uW Sotmm, tatrtar nation is not only a flouting Laurel Springs, NC 28644 of the american dream; it's a Advertising recipe for class war." Guest Speaker •Myth #2: North Carolina Correction Notice wages are improving and Rev. Neil Hatfield The Lowe's circular in this catching up; we are improv­ week's newspaper contains ing the scope and, quality of an error. The price for employment opportunities in April 15 - April 18 at 7:00 pm Stainmaster Carpet (#74491) North Carolina. on page 8 is for carpet only and does not include •The U.S. economy may be Special Music Each Evening labor or pad. booming, and corporate prof­ Everyone is Welcome its and the stock market may We sincerely apologize for be at all time highs, but the any inconvenience this error BRING YOUR YOUTH GROUP evidence suggests that pre­ may cause to you, our valued customer. cious little of this windfall is Call 336-246-9073 for more information making its way to the shop floors and service sectors of our economy. The gap nation­ ally between the haves and have-nots continues to widen. •A recent analysis of 2005 Census data by Mcclatchy newspapers reveals that the percentage of poor americans • All types of Decorative Gravel living in severe poverty has reached a 32-year high, with • All types of Flagstone & nearly 16 million of us liv­ Veneer Stone ing in deep or severe poverty, meaning a family of four earn­ • Garden Statues ing less than $9900, which, in itself, is about half the federal • 4" x 12" Decorative Block poverty line. •Leslie Boney's research $1.40 each demonstrates that, on a na­ tional level, "The education • 1 Ton Truck Mulch penalty has skyrocketed over $65.00 (plus delivery) the past 25 years—real wages for high school dropouts have declined by 39% and for those with a just a high school diplo­ 2013 Deep Ford Road ma by 24%, while B.A. wages Lansing, NC stayed the same and master's wages increased by 15%." 384-3703 or 977-3253 •The North Carolina State of the Workforce Report con­ firms that, if we continue on the path we are following, A North Carolina Firm average earnings in North COMPLETE PHYSICALS Preventive Medical Screening Offered By Carolina will steadily decline in real terms over the next 10 CAN MISS CANCERS THAT years. j k ULTRASOUNDS CAN FIND •The report predicts that North Carolina's 25 fastest growing industries will cre­ , ^Quality Screening For Life ate 57% of our new jobs in the Dr. Lynn Borchert will be on site to counsel you concerning 8:00A M - until next 10 years. •Of these new jobs, just any abnormal findings and to answer your questions. 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OBSERVATION DECK REVIVAL Bellview Baptist Church BARKER'S STONE AND LANDSCAPING SUPPLIES Amish Furniture Swings and Gliders, etc. SATURDAY APRIL 21st ULTRASOUND SCANS OF: (Continued Friday) Appointments Required Call: 1-877-763-3344 (TOLL-FREE) • www.ultrascreen.us �TUESDAY - APRIL 10 Baseball HOME vs Surry Central Men's Tennis at North Surry Golf at Mt Airy Country Club Softball HOME vs Hibriten 3/ 5 p.m. Golf at Stone Mountain Golf Club WEDNESDAY - APRIL 11 Soccer at Surry Central FRIDAY - APRIL 13 Softball at North Surry Baseball at North Surry Women's Soccer at North Surry THURSDAY - APRIL 12 SATURDAY - APRIL 14 Baseball at Avery (Van only) Track AWAY at ASU Invitational This week in Husky sports Mens' track finishes first, women's second by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Huskies Track and FieldTeam traveled to Wilkes Central last Thursday for a conference meet with the Wilkes Central Eagles and the North Wilkes Vikings. The boys' team claimed first place overall as they defeated both the Eagles and Vikings and remains unbeaten in conference meets. The girls' team did not fare as well but still competed strongly and claimed second place by defeating the Vikings but narrowly losing to the Eagles. The boys' team had a large amount of competitors that finished in first place. Some competitors included Dakota Price finishing first a time of 12:07 minutes. The boys' team also had many competitors finishing as runner-up. Lee Critcher finished second in Long Jump with a jump of 15'9.5", Dakota Price was runner-up in the Shotput with a throw of 40'7", Vijay Kataria finished as runnerup in the 1600 Meter Run with time of 5:20 (setting a new personal record), Chris Blevins was runner-up in the 300 Meter Intermediate Hurdles with time of 46.7, and Sid Carpenter finished in second place in the 200 Meter Sprint with a time of 25.6 seconds. In the girls' events, the Huskies placed three competitors in first place. Katie Gammons was the Photo courtesy of ACHS Track and Field Kassee Roberts pushes hard to the finish line as she wins the 800 Meter Run while Emily Gamble finishes shortly after as Runner-up. Photo courtesy of ACHS Track and Field Vijay Kataria finishes strong for his second place finish in the mile run. place in the High Jump with a jump of 5'4", Chris Blevins finished first in Triple Jump with a jump of 35'0", Chris Blevins also finished first in the 110 Meters High Hurdles with a time of 16.9 seconds, the Huskies 4x100 Meter Relay (team consists of Lee Critcher, Aaron Greene, Sid Carpenter, and Dakota Price) finished first with a team time of 47.8 seconds, Zach Holman finished first in the 3200 Meter Run with winner of the Discus for the girls with a throw of 84'9", Cara Church won the 400 Meter Sprint with time of 66.7 seconds, and Kassee Roberts won the 800 Meter Run with a time of 2:40.5 minutes. Other Husky competitors that finished as runner-up included Katrina Krider in the Long Jump event with a jump of 13'5", Caitlin Garn in the 100 Meter High Hurdles with a time of 18.4 seconds, Taryn Roten in the 300 Meter Intermediate Hurdles with a time of 56.15 seconds, Emily Gamble in the 800 Meter Run with a time of 2:41.6 minutes, Roxanne Thomas in the 200 Meter Sprint with a time of 28.56 seconds, and Savannah Sheets in the 3200 Meter Run with a time of 15:41 minutes. The teams traveled to Forbush on March 29 for a conference meet with Starmount and Forbush. The boys won the meet with a team score of 57 and the women won with an impressive team score of 106. For the boys' team, outstanding performances included: Nick May finishing second in the High Jump with a jump of 5'6",Chris Blevins won the Triple Jump with a jump of 34T0.5", Dustin Snyder finished second in Discus with a throw of 101'7", the 4x800 meter relay team finished first with a time of 9:20 (team consists of Zach Davis, VJ Kataria, Zach Holman, and Andy Widner), Chris Blevins won the 110 Meter High Hurdles with a time of 18 seconds, Lee Critcher won the 100 meter sprint with a time of 12.1 seconds, the 4x100 meter relay team won with a time of 48.9 seconds (team consists of Sid Carpenter, Aaron Greene, Charles Johnson, and Kota Davis), and Zach Davis won the 800 meter run with a time of 2:20 minutes. O u t s t a n d i n g performances for the girls included: Caitlin Garn winning the High Jump with a 4'6" jump, Erin Keenan finished second in the Triple Jump with a jump of 24'9", Katie Gammons finished second in the Discus with a throw of 86'11", the 4x800 meter relay team won their event with a time of 11:41 minutes (team consists of Kassee Roberts, Emily Gamble, Devin Little, and Emaline Shatleyb Caitlin Garn won the 100 High Hurdles with a time of 18.56 seconds, Roxanne Thomas won the 100 meter sprint with a time of 13.35 seconds, the 4x200 meter relay won their event with a time of 2:00 minutes (team consists of Roxanne Thomas, Taryn Roten, Sarah Wright, and Morgan Stansberry), Emily Gamble won the 1600 meter run with a time of 6:15 minutes, the 4x100 meter relay team won with a time Photo by Michael Graybeal Taryn Roten leaps over a hurdle on her way to finishing as runner-up in the 300 Meter Hurdles on Thursday evening. Photo by Michael Graybeal Dakota Price clears this high jump of 5'4" to finish first in the event. of 57.28 seconds (consists of Roxanne Thomas, Taryn Roten, Sarah Wright, and Cara Church), Morgan Stansberry won the 400 meter sprint with a time of 67.98 seconds, Caitlin Garn won the 300 meter intermediate hurdles with a time of 60.2 seconds, Taryn Roten finished second in the 300 meter intermediate hurdles with a time of 60.9 seconds, Emily Gamble won the 800 meter run with a time of 2:50 minutes, and Roxanne Thomas finished second in the 200 meter sprint with a time of 28.82 seconds. The boys' and girls' track team will return to action this Saturday when they travel to Appalachian State University to compete in the Invitational. Appalachian The meet will begin at 11 a.m. The meet usually includes on average 12 or more teams and the Huskies track team is entering the meet with high expectations. ASU baseball ends six game winning streak by Appalachian Sports Information CHARLESTON. S.C. - Nick Chigges struck out 12 as College of Charleston snapped Appala­ chian State University baseball's eight-game winning streak with an 11-3 victory on Friday eve­ ning at Patriots Point Park. Chigges, the 2006 Southern Conference Pitcher of the Year, didn't allow an earned run in seven innings of work to move to 5-0 on the season and become Charleston's all-time winningest pitcher with the 25th victory of his career. Appalachian (19-12, 7-3 in SoCon) fell into an early 4-0 hole, but responded with three runs in the top of the fourth in­ ning to cut the deficit to one. Tom Prosser drove in the first run and Chris Baker brought ASU within a run with a two-out, two-run single to center field. A College of Charleston error to lead off the inning led to all three Appa­ lachian runs being unearned. It remained a one-run ballgame until the Cougars scored three runs in the seventh and four in the eighth to turn the close contest into a rout. Baker was the only Moun­ taineer to manage multiple hits, finishing 2-for-4 with a pair of RBI. ASU starter Matt Andress held 15-straight batters without a hit in the middle innings, but al­ lowed four runs in the first two frames and three in the seventh to suffer the loss and fall to 3-3 on the season. Five College of Charleston (22-8, 6-1 in SoCon) players banged out multiple hits, led by Chris Campbell (2-for-5 with a three-run HR) and Michael Har­ rington (3-for-5, run, RBI). With its 10-straight setback at the hands of Charleston, Appala­ chian fell into third place in the SoCon standings, behind Col­ lege of Charleston and Elon (8-2 in SoCon play). Apps lose 10-6 CHARLESTON, S.C. - The College of Charleston won the second game of this week­ end's Southern Conference baseball series with a 10-6 victory over Appalachian State University Saturday afternoon at Patriots Point Park. Andrew Franco went 2-for-5 with three-RBI in the loss for ASU. College of Charleston's Alex Garabedian finished the afternoon 3-for-3 with a three-run home run and two runs scored. Garabedian's shot over the right-center field fence in the seventh in­ ning accounted for College of Charleston's final three runs. ASU (19-13, 7-4 in SoCon) led 3-0 through four and a half innings before College of Charleston (23-8, 7-1 in So­ Con) exploded for seven runs and added three more in the seventh. The Mountaineers tried to rally in the ninth, scoring three-runs off Fran­ co's two-out, bases-clearing double, but their comeback aspirations expired with a ground ball out from the next batter. David Towarnicky put the Apps up early with an RBI single to drive in Chris Baker in the second inning. Two in­ nings later, David Rubinstein scored on Issac Harrow's sac­ rifice fly to center field. In the fifth frame, ASU extended its lead to 3-0 with another sac­ rifice fly, this one from Rubin­ stein to score Baker. However, the tide turned in the bottom half of the in­ ning as starting pitcher Jason Rook, who had only allowed one hit through the first four innings, surrendered six hits as the first eight batters reached base before he was relieved. The Mountaineers' defense also made two costly errors that led to the Cougars scoring seven runs in the in­ ning. App track grabs second place at Clemson by Appalachian Sports Information CLEMSON,S.C.-Led by four individual first-place finishes, Appalachian State University men's track and field placed second at the Clemson Outdoor Standard Track Meet at Rock Nor­ man Track on Saturday. The Mountaineers fin­ ished in second with 48 points. Clemson took the team title with 71 points, Western Carolina came in third with 39 points, Geor­ gia placed fourth with 35 points and Virginia Tech came in fifth with five points. Senior Anthony Greer re­ corded an NCAA Regional qualifying mark in the shot put for the second-straight week with a victory in the event with a throw of 17.02 meters (55-10.25). Greer added a fourth-place finish in the hammer throw with a toss of 52.54 (172-04). Ju­ nior Wes Kiser placed third in the event with a toss of 54.51 meters (178-10). Kiser added a second-place finish in the discus with a mark of 45.77 meters (150- 02). Sophomore Charles Derrickson grabbed a victory in the 110 meter hurdles with a time of 14:06. Fellow sophomore, Phil Mitchell placed first in the 800 meter run with a time of 1:56.29. Junior Ryan O'Keefe also took home an individual title with first in the 3,000 meter steeplechase with a time of 9:31.75. Senior Mark Maddox placed third in the event with a time of 9:50.79. ASU continued its suc­ cess in the distance events as senior Brendon Helms placed third in the 5,000 College of Charleston starter Jeff Beliveau only al­ lowed four hits and struck out seven Apps in 7.1 innings of work with two earned runs for his third win of the sea­ son. Rook suffered the loss for ASU, dropping his record to 4-4 this season, but fanned eight Cougars in four in­ nings. Despite the loss, ASU's llth-straight to College of Charleston, they remain in a tie for third place in the So­ Con standings heading into tomorrow series' finale with College of Charleston. First pitch at Patriots Point park is scheduled for 1 p.m. Photo courtesy ot Goasu.com Chris Baker drove in two of A J's three runs in Friday's loss at College of Charleston. meter run and freshman Andrew Yarchin came in fourth in the 1,500 meter run with a time of 3:59.57. Junior Joel Gaddy and sophomore Ricky Harris each landed in the top three in two events as Harris placed second in the long jump with a leap of 7.04 meters (23-01.25) and third in the triple jump with a mark of 13.97 meters (45. 10.00). Gaddy came in sec- ond in the triple jump with a leap of 14.29 meters (4610.75) and third in the long jump with a mark of 6.91 meters (22-08.00). The Mountaineers re­ turn home for their final tune up before the South­ ern Conference Champi­ onships as they host the Appalachian Spring Open on Friday, April 13 at Kidd Brewer Stadium. �PAGE 7 TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS "Girls Got Game" Basketball Camp Send us your sports!!! June 26- June 28, 2007 9 a.m. - noon Email us at mgraybeal @ jeffersonpost.com For Rising First through Eighth Grade Girls at Ashe County High School CAMP GOAL The purpose of Girls Got Game camp is to develop and improve basketball skills in a hard-working yet fun environment. COST The cost of the camp is $50, which includes a camp T-Shirt, limited insurance policy and lunch after each day of camp. If you register at the door, the camp fee will be $60. WHAT TO BRING Participants are required to wear only court shoes. Participants may also want to bring extra money for concessions, which will be sold each day during break. along with $20 deposit to: SPEC IAL INFORMATION Participants will not be allowed to chew gum in the gyms. Trophies will be awarded to winners of Hot Shot, Free Throws, One on One competitions, and dribbling competitions for younger players. REGISTRATION INFORMATION $20 Non-Refundable Deposit due by JUNE 1,2007 The remaining balance will be due on the first day of camp. "GIRLS GOT GAME" Basketball C amp ATTN: Laura Foster PO Box 450 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Checks made out to... *Hardee's of Jefferson "Girls Got Game" Basketball Camp •Register at the door on the first day of camp. The camp fee will be $60. Please mail registration and release forms. ATHLETE Of the WEEK presents the 111 Brochures are also available at Ashe County High School, Jake Giles won both his singles and doubles matches against Forbush and Wilkes Central for the Tennis team. These were pivotal matches in the last two wins for the Huskies, both being tightly contested matches. Giles consistently wins for the Huskies having only lost two matches this year in singles and two matches in Ashe County Middle School, and each elementary school REGISTRATION FORM I ' . I Player Name: School: Parent's Name: Address: Home Phone Number: I T—Shirt Size (Adult sizes) X-Small Age: Grade in Fall 2007: doubles. Congratulations Jake Giles!!! Work Phone Number: Small Medium Large X-Large Trey Scott is the number one seed for the Men's Golf Team. Trey has led the team in each match averaging 38.3 strokes per round. Trey has shot a 38, 39, and 38 In the team's first three matches. He was Co-Medalist at the Oakwoods match and Runner-Up for the match I RELEASE EQRM | I hereby authorize the staff of "Girls Got Game" to act for me according to their best judgment in any emergency requiring medical attention, and I hereby waive and release "Girls Got Game" from any and all liability for any injuries or illnesses while at "Girls Got | Game". I have no knowledge of any physical impairment that would be affected by my child's participation in "Girls Got Game" Basketball Camp. | Player Name: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: L — — at New River. J 18th Annual High Country Hoops Camp Director: Marc Payne When/ Where: For Whom: Registration: Arrival Time: The Staff: The Cost: June 11-14 at Ashe County High School Boys rising 3rd - 6th graders (9 a.m.-noon) Boys rising 7th - 10th graders (1 p.m.- 4 p.m.) Campers may register on Monday prior to the first a.m. session and the first p.m. session. (Pre-registration is welcomed; but not required) Campers should arrive by 8:45 each morning or by 12:45 each afternoon. The staff will be directed by Marc Payne and be composed of Ashe County High School basketball coaches and players, current and past. The tuition for the High Country Hoops Objective: Camp is $50 per camper. (Ashe County Lightning Team cost: $45) "In 1975, 33 years ago I started a basketball camp at Beaver Creek High School and for 33 consecutive years The Runnin' Beavers or High Country Hoops Camp has been held. The objective then and the objective now has not changed. The objective is to give young players the opportunity to learn more about the game of basketball. The emphasis is and will always be the teaching of the proper fundamentals. We also want to build an interest and love for the game as well as strengthen the basketball program in Ashe County. We hope that you will benefit from out efforts." Marc Payne Congratulations Trey Scott!! 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Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies everyone to come. Wednesday April 11 1 p.m.: Wilkes Community College - Ashe Campus is offering Required Annual Training/Egress: From 1:00 for our youth breakfast. 9 a.m.: Warrensville Baptist Mission Day for youth from 9:00 am to noon. 10 a.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Party will hold their Annual County Convention at the party head­ quarters in West Jefferson. Keynote speeaker will be Representative Cullie Tarleton. All intrested persons are encouraged to attend. 10 a.m.: Sibling Class at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Free Classes are offered to children 2-6 years of age, designed to prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734. Noon: Overlook Questions? Sheets will be the visiting speak­ er. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend Meet at first overlook between 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Do you want to know more about the park's animals? Have you ever want­ ed to know some of the names of the mountains west of Mt. Jefferson? Bring the kids and make a paper snake and get to see real animal skulls. Meet the ranger anytime between Noon and 2 p.m. 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in I p.m.: Birding the High Country with the Blue Ridge Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies everyone to come. Birders in the Lower Level of Ashe County Library. Learn: How to Identify Birds,What Equipment is Needed, Where to Find Birds in Local Area,How to Attract Birds to Your Yard, and About the Blue Ridge Birders and Their Activities. Free! All persons, regardless of experience level, are wel­ come to learn about this enjoy­ able hobby and opportunities for birding in the mountains of Northwest N.C. & Southwest Va. p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Ashe Center. Class is designed for small businesses and industry. Tuition is free. 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Thursday April 12 7:30 a.m.: Screening Cholesterol at Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 10 a.m.: Spring Break Hike. Meet at Picnic Area 10:00 am Hike with a park ranger and discover some of the natu­ ral threads that weave geol­ ogy, botany, and weather into a kaleidoscope of Appalachian grandeur. Please wear sturdy shoes for this hike of discov­ ery. 1 p.m.: The FREE Annual Prostate Cancer Screening sponsored by the Jefferson's Rotary Club will take place from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at Ashe Memorial Hospital in the Outpatient Clinic on 3rd floor. Please call Mountain Hearts at 846-0744 to make an appoint­ ment to have your PSA drawn on March 30th and to schedule your appointment for April 12th for your screening. 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Sheets will be the visiting speak­ er. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies everyone to come. Friday April 13 11 a.m.: Wagoner Access Road. Join a Park Ranger at the Wagoner office to learn proper lifejacket selection, emergency life saving techniques, and water basics. Bring your kids and get prepared for the summer. Inclement weather will cancel program. For more information call New River State Park at 336-9822587. Free to the public. Please call the park office for more information about this or any other programs that we offer. 336-982-2587 5 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 7 p.m. Come and see what the Lord is doing at Ashe County Worship Center. Youth and young adults will be sharing their testimony. Hear about salvation, deliverance and much more. We are located at 683 Ray Taylor Rd. For more information email Steven Mullis at reverendhc4c@yahoo.com 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Sheets will be the visiting speak­ er. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies everyone to come. Saturday April 14 8 a.m.: Fundraiser yard sale at Mt. Paddy Church, 822 Hwy PR wpst To holn rai^p mono*/ 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Sheets will be the visiting speak­ er. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend Sunday April 15 II a.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 1 p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike. Meet at Picnic Shelter 1 p.m. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the eco­ logical interconnections and energy exchangers that make life possible on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer a variety of handson opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists with­ in Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Wear sturdy shoes 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for direc­ tions 2 p.m. Tom Dooley. Meet at Picnic Shelter- at 2 p.m. Join a Western North Carolina native as he relives the last days of the North Carolina legend, Tom Dooley. Did Tom Dooley murder Laura Foster in the Shadows of the Blue Ridge? The infamous story will be accompanied by songs to include the "Ballad of Tom Dooley." Participants should meet at the Park Picnic Shelter All programs are free and open to the public 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Youth will receive a spe­ cial blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more informa­ tion, call Rev. Powers at 336246-9073. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have revival April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evangelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Monday April 16 6:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. will have thier monthly meeting, at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. 7 n m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have revival April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evangelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. The meeting will be held at 6 N. Jefferson Ave. (formerly Chamber of Commerce Office). If you have any questions please call 384-9120. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have revival April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evangelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Tuesday April 17 6 p.m.: The New River Th Behavioral HealthCare Consumer and Family Advisory Committee will meet in Watauga County. The meeting will be held at the N.C. Agriculture Extension Agency Conference Room. For more information, please call the Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Liaison at 828-2649007 6 p.m.: Everyone is invit­ ed to attend the monthly Republican Party meeting. Wednesday April 18 10:30 a.m.: The Ashe County Retired School Personnel, (RSP) will meet at Smokey Mountain BBQ. This meeting will include a time of informal discussion about our organiza­ tion. All retired school person­ nel are encouraged to attend. 11:30-1 p.m.: ACT Against Cancer Community Meeting: Come and help plan Ashe County's educational and sup­ port sessions to assist in the fight against cancer. Volunteers needed for Women-ln-Touch to help newly diagnosed breast cancer survivors navigate the complex seas of treatment and to help educate young women about the need for self breast exam, clinical exam and if over 50 mammograms. Dutch Treat lunch at Morning Star Resturant. Call the Office of Ashe Healthy Carolinians at 846-0781. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have revival April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evangelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Thursday April 19 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have revival April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evangelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Friday April 20 3 p.m: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3:00 pm until 4:30 pm. 5 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have revival continued on page 9 Get your pit crew ready for the Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOR PRIZES! THIS WEEK'S BONUS TOTAL 2HHK Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Pick the top three finishers & win the bonus! HM'lfjMi *Unless Won in Previous Race Official Jefferson Post I NASCAR Pit Stop for Prizes Entry Form Race Samsung S00 Texas Motor Speedway 4-15-07 Race Winner. 2nd Place 3rd Place Your Name Your Address State .Zip Phone # TIE BREAKER: (Please guess the average speed of the race winner in miles per hour) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 80S, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson PIT STOP FOP PPIIM RULE* 1 • Must be 21 years old or older to enter. 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win A. RACE WINNER - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer cor­ rectly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the $20. B. BONUS POINTS -- Pick the top three drivers in order of finish and you win the bonus. The bonus amount starts at $20. If nobody wins the bonus for that particular race, then that amount rolls over to the next race, in addition to the $20 added already. In the event of a tie, the person guessing clos­ est to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the bonus points.* 5. All entries must be received in the office of the Jefferson Post no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. 6. In the event no one picks the correct winner of the race, the $20 amount for that race will also be added to the bonus points total for the next race. No Purchase Necessary to Win 'Bonus amount subject to change based on prior contest. .ontest is made passit the qreat sponsors heiato. Thank una. m Parker Tie Company Inc. WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET Building Supply and Hardware AN AMERICAN 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkcrtie.doitbest.com REVOLUTION (336) 246-2611 West Jefferson, NC • 336-846*4636 • www.wjchevy.net EMPIRE Jeep•Dodge New 2007 King of the Mountain 2000 West US Hwy 421 Wilkesboro, NC Ram 1500 Reg Cab SXT4x2 $13,888 866-380-2458 THE Place to S* Win! ccs, inc.®YAM AH A of Jefferson 1102 South Mainstreet * Jefferson, NC *'846-7744 Be sure to watch the Samsung 500 on Sunday, April 15th and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, April 20,h edition for the winner information on this race. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2007 PAGE 9 COMMUNITY EVENTS Informative activities offered at Mount Jefferson Park continued from page 8 April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evangelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Saturday April 21 8a.m.-9 a.m.: Fit as a Fiddle on the Locomotion TrailSpecial kick-off celebration of the West Jefferson Downtown Pedestrian Trail. Plan now to come and celebrate with fid­ dlers, artisans and the West Jefferson businesses prior to the start of Ashe County Springfest at West Jefferson Elementary School. Great early morning music and an opportunity to sign up for a 4week Walking Challenge. Free Pedometers to the first 250 walkers to sign up for the pro­ gram! 5 new sidewalk artworks have been installed at the 1/5 points in the trail. All walkers are encouraged to attend and team pictures will be taken. For more information call The Ashe County Chamber of Commerce, The Ashe County Arts Council or the Office of Ashe Healthy Carolinians at 846-0781 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have revival April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evangelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Sunday April 22 11 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a special singing on Sunday morning at the 11 a.m. service with Solid Rock siniging. 2 p.m.: Earth Day Hike US 221 Access Community Building. Meet a Park Ranger at the Community Building at the US 221 Access. We will take a nature walk and discuss plants and animals seen along the way. Hike is approximately 1 mile long. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Free to the public. Please call the park office for more informa­ tion about this or any other programs that we offer. 336982-2587 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for direc­ tions 7 p.m.: Earth Day, Meet at first Overlook, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Enjoy an evening of astronomy, animal stories and other fun night time activities including a short video about meteors. Bring a chair or a blanket so you can sit back and relax. 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April Rev. Lloyd Day will 22-27. bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. 7 Monday April 23 p.m.: Bald Mt Baptist Church announces that the North Carolina Baptist Singers will be in concert at Bald Mountain.These singers are from across the state in our Baptist Churches. Brother David Phillips Associational Choir Directorand Bald Mt Choir director invite you to come here this special group of singers. Rev. Lawrence Goodman is the pastor and invites you to attend the Bald Mt. Baptist Church 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Tuesday April 24 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April Rev. Lloyd Day will 22-27. bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Wednesday April 25 11 a.m.: Friends of the Library meets downstairs at the library to hear well known herbalist Teresa Rogers talk on Anti-Viral Herbs. 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April Rev. Lloyd Day will 22-27. bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Thursday April 26 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April Rev. Lloyd Day will 22-27. bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Friday April 27 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Saturday April 28 9 a.m.: The Jefferson United Methodist Women will have a Spring Cleaning Fling Sale in the social hall of the Jefferson United Methodist Church. While spring cleaning women are asked to bring use­ ful household items, jewelry, tools, sporting goods and small items of furniture for the sale, No clothes will be offered. The salle will be in the social hall, rain or shine from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 9 a.m.-12p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central during the Week of the Young Child Celebration- This is another opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. 2 p.m.: Alleghany Access. Meet a Park Ranger for a nature hike at the beautiful Alleghany Access. Please call the park office to sign up for this hike. 336-982-2587. Free to the public. Please call the park office for more informa­ tion about this or any other programs that we offer. 336982-2587 Sunday April 29 2 p.m.: Wildflower Hike. Wagoner Access Road. Join a Park Ranger for a one mile hike to identify the. wildflowers in bloom. This program will last for about one hour. Free to the public. Please call the park office for more informa­ tion about this or any other programs that we offer. 336982-2587 2 p.m.: Hike Into History, Sunday. Meet at Mount Jefferson Picnic Shelter Explore Mount Jefferson with a Ranger as participants take in the view, and learn about the storied past of the surround­ ing area. Participants will hike to Luther Rock as they learn about historic events and the natural world. This free pro­ gram is weather dependent. Please dress appropriately for hiking. Ongoing Events Wilkes Community College - Ashe Center is offering: Home Inspection Exam Review On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free Smoke Detector for your home! It involves having either our fire marshal or a participat­ ing local fire department mem­ ber go out to your home, fill out a short survey about any exist­ ing smoke alarms and provide some fire safety education while completing the installation. This is made possible through the Ashe County Emergency Management Office. Call Community Outreach with your name, address and phone number and it will be passed on to the Office of Emergency Management and you will be contacted. Call 846-0781. Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking vol­ unteers for upcoming fund raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your dona­ tions for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the Dog Park IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be available. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385-6129 or 336-877-7835 Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are Underway!! Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes® bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com Our elementary schools need your help! Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for chil­ dren in conjunction with a visit­ ing author program about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336982-4200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 2975346 Westwood Elementary is currently having a "Phone Raiser" and we need your help! We are collecting used cell phones to be recycled and make cash for our school. You can drop those used cell phones off at the Main Office at Westwood or send them in with a student. Westwood Elementary is a member of the 'Box Tops for Education' and Cambell's UPC program. Many products that you buy and use on your grocery list have them! The Box Tops and UPC Codes add up fast and help support the school. You can save and drop them off at Westwood School before the year ends. This is an ongioing event from year to year, so help us by saving those Box Tops today! Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including;fibromyalgia, tendinomuscular issues, arthritis, The Episcopal Parish of the migraine headaches, male and Holy Communion will hold female reproductive issues, March services at HolyTrinity gastrointestinal and digestive in Glendale Springs. Holy. issues, back pain, lethargy and Eucharist is celebrated at 10 general malaise, addiction, a.m.; coffee hour immediately most emotional disorders, as follows the service. For further well as many conditions not information, call the church listed here. Edward is a native office, 982-3076. of the High Country, and a TheAsheCountyGardenClub graduate from the Jung Tao meets the second Monday of School of Classical Chinese each month at 6 p.m. The Medicine. Now accepting March meeting on March 12 new patients on Fridays in the will be at Smoky Mountain Jefferson office from 10 a.m. Barbecue. The program will - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-846include a discussion of the 7492 mailbox #7, or 828-406spring care and pruning of 1985 for an appointment and ornamental trees and shrubs directions. by Bryan Davis, who works Looking for old photos for the Agricultural Extension of Todd: Anyone who has Service. Anyone who would old (1920s through 1960s) like more information on the photographs of Todd, NC, is club may call Lynda McDaniel invited to submit them for a at 877-3299. community fund raising project. Small Group Opportunity for They will be handled carefully Newly Married and Engaged and returned promptly. For Couples. FaithBridge United more information, contact Methodist Church is offering James Lewis at 336-877-3263 a new Small Group for or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC Newly Married and Engaged 28684. Couples, to enrich budding Appalachian District Health primary marriage relationships. This Department: The small group will provide Care Clinic is open 5 days a fellowship opportunities with week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for other couples just starting out, preventive health care and for as well as offer teaching from treatment of acute and certain a video-based curriculum by chronic illnesses. Charges are two Christian counselors who based on a sliding fee scale by are experts on marriage, Les assessing income and number and Leslie Parrott. The small in family. For information about group will be facilitated by Rev. our services or to enroll in Marianne Romanat, pastor a clinic or receive medical of FaithBridge.This group will treatment, all persons need to meet in the home of Kyle and call 246-9449. Appointments Elise Sigmon in Boone, for are needed for all clinics except Directions call: 828-295-8333 General Clinic. Immunizations on Wednesday nights from are given every day, Monday 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March Friday without appointments. 7th and ending May 9th. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Desserts and coffee will be Breast and Cervical Cancer provided by the church, and Screening Clinic: Monday child care will be available upon Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday request. Family Planning, Maternity & For more information about Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday this small group opportunity, Pediatric Nurse Screening & contact FaithBridge United Dental Clinic: Days Vary Methodist Church at 828-295- WIC (Supplemental Food 8333 or visiting the church's Program for Women Infants website: www.faithbridgeumc. and Children): If you are a org . FaithBridge worships on pregnant, breast-feeding or Sundays at 11am at the Blowing postpartum woman, infant, Rock School Auditorium on or child less than five years Sunset Drive. Dress is casual of age, and meet certain and child care is provided for all eligibility guidelines, you may worship services. qualify to participate in the The Ashe County Democratic WIC Program. WIC is a special Party Headquarters will be supplemental food program open the 1st and 3rd Monday that provides individually of each month from 10 a.m. prescribed packages of food to until noon. Gary Barber, those who are eligible. There is County Commissioner, will be no cost for this service. If you there to hear from the public any want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program issues they wish to discuss. County Friends or know someone who does; Ashe (Quakers) meets every contact 246-2013. Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home Prenatal Education for Latino of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for Families at Ashe County directions Health Dept. Classes are held The Ashe County Democratic from 10a.m.-12p.m., and meet Headquarters will be open monthly through December. For each Friday at 1 p.m. They More information, call Isabel will be serving a FREE pinto Spencer at 246-9449 bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women come by and visit. undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. Edward Elliott, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Open the Door on Your New Home Fixed rate loans Adjustable rate loans Quick approvals and closings A„D LOAN ^;Cn SK First-time home-buyers program West Jefferson 08B S. Jefferson Ave. Highlands Union Bank "Faces you know... People you trust."SM www.hubank.com FDIC D! L �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy M CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday • Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted Ashe County Public Library is seeking a Youth Services Specialist. Schedules, plans promotes and presents age-appropriate programs for children and teenagers; coordinates library's outreach services to local daycares and schools; other duties as assigned. Requires bachelors degree or completion of at least 2 years college and three years of public library experience plus considerable experience working with children. Computer skills required. 40 hours/week plus benefits. Apply in person at the Employment Security Commission at Family Central. Closing date April 14th. FJHA Health Services is taking applications for an LPN-Supervisior position located in Deep Gap. NC. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating activities of approximately 26 Direct Support Staff and managing operations of a 15 bed non-ambulatory ICF/MR facility. Qualifications; at least 2 years supervisory experience, valid driver's license, flexible work schedule and experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Qualified applicants can apply at 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC, 28618 or call 828-262-5450. Cosmetologist Needed Space available for Experienced Cosmetologist, full time - part time position. Please submit application to Cutter's Edge. Call 336-246-4251 ask for Danna. Enterline & Russell Builders is seeking Carpenters & Helpers for projects in Watauga, Ashe and Avery Counties. (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Benefits include; •Health Insurance •Paid Holidays •401K Savings Plan Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 Apply at office in Blowing Rock. 828-295-9568 C e-mail: classified© jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All roal estate advertising in this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, rollglon. sex, handicap, financial status or national origin Includes children un-' der the ago of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which Is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found: Male Cat, orange & white, in Graybeal Hollow area, off Little Laurel Rd. in Creston, Call 385-9077 if this is your cat. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost: Brittany Spaniel, male. Missing since Friday, March 30. Last seen at Nikanor Acres off Hwy 163. Answers to Rebel. Wearing red collar, no tags. Call 877-1458 or 877-6055 with any information. Lost: Navajo Necklace2 strand, silver plated, turquoise & coral. Not expensive but has great sentimental value. Lost in the Boone/West Jefferson Area. Call 336-385-6531 with any information. 90-Elderly Care Hiring Experienced Caregiver for flexible schedule to drop by (visit§-not a sitter) weekends: Friday through Monday in Lansing. Leave name and number at 336-384-4757. 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! WANTED: An MOA or Phlebotomist for a clinical position in a busy Family Medicine Practice. Computer proficiency a must. Interested applicants should send resumes to: Ashe Medical Associates PO Box 765, Jefferson, NC 28640, or drop them by the office M-F. 7:30 am - 7:30 pm or Sat 8 am - noon. Full Time Personal Lines CSR needed for Ashe insurance agency. P&C license required. Min 2 yrs insurance experience desired. Hourly pay commensurate with experience and proven ability & great benefit package. Send resume to or call 246-4344. EOE J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 LICENSED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ALLEGHANY, ASHE & WATAUGA COUNTIES High Country Health Care - Home Health currently has an opening for a full or part-time, experienced, licensed Occupational Therapist to serve the agency's tri-county area (Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga Counties). Applicants must have a current North Carolina Therapy Board License and a minimum of one year of experience. Home Health experience preferred. Strong clinician, with excellent assessment skills, good time management and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Good salary and benefits package. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden, HR Coordinator High Country Health Care 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 700-B Boone, NC 28607 Telephone: (828) 265-3388 Fax: (828) 264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified; EEO and ADA employer. NEEDED: TRUCK DRIVER CDL's Required. Fax work history to 828-963-8610 Call Robert for appointment 828-963-8607 WANTED: EQUIPMENT OPERATORS TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING Get a Better Job a Better Career a Better Life Earn top-pay Wilkes Community College/SAGE Technical Services Offer: Small Classes One-on-one training, ONE STUDENT PER TRUCK Lifetime Job Placement Nationwide 5-Week Training (behind-the-wheel and classroom) CDL and ready to work in 6 weeks Financial assistance available to those who qualify CALL NOW (336)838-6509 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent FOR QUICK RESULTS! Jack is a 3 yr. old, male, chow/shepherd mix needing a new home. Jack is a VERY mellow and gentle boy. He'd be great in any family. Jack is very easy to handle on a leash, and loves peo­ ple and attention. Jack is already 100% house­ trained too! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our 'lor rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Office and warehouse space 2,400 to 3,200 sq. ft. Office designed to tenants specifica­ tions. Off Beaver Creek School Rd. in West. Jefferson city limits. 336-246-9612 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Mobile Home with big yard. $450 month plus deposit and reference. Located on Friendship Road, Jefferson. Call 336-846-9736 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Let FREEDOM HOMES be your 1st choiceI Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale SUPER SPECIAL: 4 bedroom with den, 2x6 exterior walls, extend­ ed roof pitch, 8' side walls... ONLY $59,995.00 and that in­ cludes delivery and set up. Order now and pick your own colors!!! 5 year warranty!! New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 IT'S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem, Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. 530-Lots~& Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1090- Lawn Care Lawn Mowing Service Free quotes and fair rates. 336-877-5791 or Sampson was found as 336-620-2122. a stray that had been hit by a car. Sampson 1115is about a 1 year old Professionals mountain dog mix. He has a big blocky face like a Bermese Mtn. 1980 Oakwood FOR HIRE dog. Sampson has a Mobile Home heart of gold and is just 14x55 Good condition Let me help i/on a wonderful big love Partiallyfurnished bug. He has a big booto create For more information boo on his back leg unique logos, call 336-246-9258 that is healing very 180-Appliances brochures, FOR SALE: nicely and has damage business cards, "NEW" HORTON D/W For Sale - Washer, less to one of his front legs. booklets and with land, well, septic, than 2 years old and an He now limps due to Brick, H/pump, 1485 older dryer for $125. the front leg injury, but camera ready ads. sq. ft. Call Tommy at Also have refrigerator he gets along without 336-927-2788 with icemaker for $50. any High-end quality at hindrance. If Selling all 3 for $150! Sampson tugs at your reasonable rates. ARE YOU LOOKING Call 336-384-3194. heartstrings, please FOR A GOOD No job too big call us to make a dona­ DEAL? or too small. 235-Christmas tion to fund the surgery Check out the ads Trees needed to fix his front in the Classified For more leg at 336-363-9187 or section. Premium Fraser Fir information, send a check to "Savetransplants 3-2's and please call MILLION DOLLAR a-Pet Foundation, PO 3-3's available for Box 187, Roaring Gap, Firefly Graphx LIQUIDATION!!! fall and spring. Call NC 28668". All display Models must at 336-982-5145 336-877-2652 or Sampson will be avail­ go!!! Come and or email 336-877-7167. able to adopt as soon take a look.... 260-Garage/Yard ' as his back leg has Save thousands. New Local Graphic Design healed. Save-a-Pet Generation Homes Sales Foundation will help Company 336-973-4462 Offering •BV'tzlikHIJH finance the surgery on * Logo Design his front leg, if needed, Check Out the KITS * Camera Ready to the adopter. Some­ Are available at the Advertising one please give this Jefferson Post for Jefferson Post for lovely dog a second ' Set-up of Brochures, purchase. Each kit Business Cards, chance he so baldly the latest deals on includes: 6 Signs deserves. Pamphlets & Flyers 60 Price Stickers Accomodating all Mobile Homes by 6 Directional Arrows Special is an older your design needs. Marking Pen terrier mix female and Contact Local Dealers Inventory & Tip Sheet. is a special-needs dog. BlueMoon Graphx For only $5.95 each She lost her front left NEW DEALERSHIP: Deb Holder-Caine paw in an accident YARD SALES New Generation at 336-977-2113 several years ago. Advertise your yard Homes!! She does fine with sale in this space. Independently owned!! 1195-Legals her 3 remaining feet, Save thousands!! but other dogs tend to 1 time $9.50 NOTICE TO We are not the same pick on her because of 2 times -—$15.00 CREDITORS as all the others!!! this disability. She is Come and take a an inside house dog Copy along with Having qualified as look!!! that is paper trained. payment have to be Administratrix of the New Generation She would really like a in our office by Estate of Georgia Homes house with a fenced in these deadlines: Louise Warden, late of 336-973-4462 yard because she is Ashe County, North not use'd to walking on Tues. paper No later Carolina, this is to noti­ Private Setting!!! a leash. then -Fri. 9 am fy all persons having Horton Double Wide Contact Robyn for Fri. paper - No later claims against said set up on over 1 acre more info at alleghathen -Wed. 9 am estate to present them of land, close to the to the undersigned at or 336-363-9187 lake!! Beautiful private 896 West Brushy Fork, Two inch space for the above costs. Mountain views. Zionville, NC 28698 on 350-Wanted to or before the 20th day Ready to move in. Buy Or Swap of June, 2007, or this 290-Horses & Priced at tax value. Notice will be pleaded Livestock $89,900.00 Call Mark GRUBB in bar to their recovery. 336-973-4462. LOGGING Wanted to Buy: All persons indebted Wants to buy large to the estate will please Miniature Jenny ONE ONLY!!! make immediate or small tracts of Donkey. 1620 SQ ft. 28x64 payment to the • timber. ALSO: Call 336-977-9309 Double Wide. undersigned. Land with or PLACE YOUR Thermopane windows, without timber. "LIVESTOCK FOR dishwasher, 3 This the 14th day of Call: Jim Grubb SALE"ADS bedroom, 2 baths, March, 2007. 336-877-2330 FOR ONLY $ 3.50 delivered and setup for PER AD. (UP TO 20 Sharon E. Walters ONLY $ 49,995.00 380-Trucks & WORDS). CALL Administratrix for the New Generation CLASSIFIED DEPT. 4x4s for Sale Estate of Georgia Homes AT 336-846-7164 Louise Warden. 336-973-4462 2002 Dodge Dakota. FOR MORE 4x4, extra cab, V-8, Single Wide Special!!! INFORMATION Now is the CD, AC, Cruise. Great time to place your 2 or 3 bedroom. Vinyl 300truck. $13,500. Call business ad in 336-384-1047. Siding and shingle roof. Miscellaneous For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical Fax work history to 828-963-8610. Call Robert for appointment 828-963-8607 330-Pets [ale*!'JtM taktS We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers For Sale: 2005 Power Max RC Motor Sports Scooter. $600 OBO. Call 828-964-8898 or 336-877-3155 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 2 bedroom/ 1 bath house. Hwy 88 East, Jefferson. Call 336- 982-9178 Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 Appliances included.... set and delivered for only $24,995.00. The High Country Business Services. Call New Generation 336-846-7164 Homes for more information. 336-973-4462. Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 LEARN TO OTVI ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call Wytheville, Virginia 8467164 8467164 1-800-334-1203 www.alllancatractortrailer.com 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Hazel Dean Lyall Blevins, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 245 N. Oakwoods Trace, Wilkesboro, NC. 28697, on or before the 3rd day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 29th day of March, 2007. Tony Allen Lyall Executor for the Estate of Hazel Dean Lyall Blevins Take notice on April 14, 2007 at 2:00 pm on the premises of Poe's Self Storage at 175 Beaver Creek Rd., West Jefferson, NC, we will offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash all the personal property in Unit #10, leased to Tommy Medley. For information, contact Debbie Poe, 336877-7942 PUBLICATION DATES April 3, 2007 April 10, 2007 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Leisa Robin Reena McVey to R Class, Trustee(s), dated the 25th day of January, 2005, and recorded in Book 00324. Page 2028. Ashe County Registry, North Caroli­ na, default having been made in the payment of note thereby the secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Substi­ tute Trustee Services, Inc. . having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jefferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 12:00 pm on April 18, 2007 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real estate situated in the County of Ashe, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows;. All that certain Lot or Parcel of Land situated in Ashe County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: division line of the Clarence Greer proper­ ty, N. 7-46 E. 283.94 feet to an iron stake in the southern right of way line of NCSR 1501; thence with the right of way of said road, S. 71-45 E. 100.00 feet to the beginning, containing 0.613 acres. as computed from existing deed data by Bobby J. Oliver, Registered Land Surveyor, L-1276, March 15. 1976. Together with improve­ ments located thereon; said property being located at 1133 Deep Ford ' Road, Lansing, North Carolina. Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discre­ tion, delay the sale for up to one hour as provided in NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) re­ quired by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS. WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the holder of the note make any representa­ tion or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmen­ tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are dis­ claimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assessments, and prior liens or en­ cumbrances of record and any recorded releases. A cash deposit or cashier's check (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. This 28th day of March, 2007. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE be diagnosis with tuny cancer, and more than 163,000 will die making it America's NUMBER ONE cancer killer But new treatments offer hope. Join Lung Cancer Alliance in the fight against this disease LUNG CANCtR AlllANCE lungcanceralllance.org I work. Therefore, eyestrain. Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of olfice workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vlilon Council of America recommends regular eye exam* tor you and your tanilly lo enmire healthy vltloa. pTI Check Yearly. See Oearfy- BY: Attorney at Law The Law Firm of Hutchens, Senter & Britton, PA. Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Carolina 28311 Beginning on an iron stake in the southern right of way line of NCSR 1501(Deep Ford Road) corner of Walter Case No: 141.116279 Blevins and the north­ east corner of the Clarence Greer proper­ Plan now for ty herein described; thence with the your Yard Sale Clarence Greer and Walter Blevins line, S. 7-30 W. 255.70 feet to and advertise a stake in the Minnie Blevins line; thence in the with Clarence Greer and Minnie Blevins line, N. 88-00 W. Jefferson Post. 100.00 feet to an iron stake; thence with a IAW This year, more than 172,000 people win www.checkyearly.com M, Thi On!, Favorite Someone a Happy Birthday with a Jefferson Post-It Note Only $18.60 for this size ad Call 846-7164 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. 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To apply: Apply on-line at www.ashcmcmorial.org or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, or email to hr@ashcmemorial.org. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2007 PAGE 11 Classifieds ATTENTION JEFFERSON POST SUBSCRIBERS ACCESS THE JEFFERSON POST QN-LINE •UGH MROOOOOCI CKDOT RAISES GOCXQGSS A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Step I • Go to www.jefferapostxoiii Step 2 - User name will be the number on your mailing label starting with 0 Step 3-Password will be your zip code Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gift <5>ut>«Bcription for... Na m e In Ashe County • $36.OO Address Seniors In Ashe Co. For more information, contact: Circulation Manager • JoEvehu Roop at 846-T1W City. • $33.OO Stale Out-of-County (All) A Gift from: • $46.50 Name ofing T & L CONSTRUCTION Residential & Commercial • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting Decks and Much More ]Woiii\\am Field £*cavating & tlauling No JOB Too SMALL! • Homesites • Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 VMobile: 336-977-1312/ Total Lawn Care car HOME REPAIRS Northwest Appleseed Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types ot repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. 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NC cs- Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner ELECTRICAL Industrial • Commercial • Residential DISPOSAL SERVICES (p aik* * FUMCOE.'<£etoigt K MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Contracting Co. Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner • Residential Pick up Service • $40.00 Quarterly • Special Pick up Service Available "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! Where Quality is a Tradition • Logos • Business Cards • Brochures • Camera Ready Ads Deb Hohler Caine 336.977 2113 Grading Co., Inc. or Too Large! ALL TYPES OF GRADING JV • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • Land Clearing • Road Building ^Septic Systems • Basements • Footers MASONRY M s M GRADIW No Job Too Small All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured SSSjjT rsr GRAPHIC DESIGN .Shepherd Masonry, IncN Commercial & Residential Masonry a-SB INC. Mark Shepherd Masonry Const., Inc. 982-3335 17 years experience ftoone 336-877-5010 e t s Authorized Technicians On Board JO Plus Years Experience ic now offering POURED WALLS 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES Contact Robert Hoiman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 REMO DELI NG/CARPEXT RY TOOLS ON WHEELS • Remodel Jobs RJ C VINE •Decks • Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs it Maintenance 336-384-4352 �PACK 12 1 UESDAY/ APRIL 10, 2007 JEFFERSON POST LIGHTERSIDE Super Crossword ACROSS 51 Transmit 103 Remora's 1 Obscene electronhost 5 Vino ically 105 Musical center 52 Camper's symbol 9 Hydrocomment 107 Word form therapy site 58 Sorting or lor "equal" 12 Advanced Steiger 108 Amontillado, deg. 59 Troop grp. e.g. 15 "The 60 "There— 110 Tabled'— Screwtape atheists in 111—Cruces, Letters" the foxNM monogram holes" 113 Cry of satis18 Concept • 61 Way up faction 19 An Everty 64 "Man bites 114 Camper's brother dog," e.g. comment 20 Shape 66 "You can — 126 Herd word 22 Chou En— horse to ..." 127 Esteemed 23 'The King 69 Hardware 128 Geraint's and P item lady setting 70 '70 Jackson 129 Praise pas24 Bakery 5 hit sionately display 73 Camper's 130Caravan25 Supermodel comment sary Warren 78"—whiz!" 131 Venezuelan 26 Pantry 79 Baby bovine river pest 81 Joan of Arc 132 "Heavens to 27 Camper's site Betsy!" comment 82 Perry's 133Congrega31 Munch on a creator tional mango 83 Beethoven • comeback 32 Born symphony 134 Order 33 Tyrant 86 Delibes 135 Clerical abbr. 35 She got opera 136 —diem an A in 89 — de la 137 Say it isn't literature Cite so 39 Slap on 90 Mimic 138 Ebb 41 Seafood 93 Camper's selection comment DOWN 45 81 Across' 98 Honest 1 Actress river name Vima 46 — breve 100 Lucifer 2 Touch up 47 Vientiane's 101 Learning the text nation method 3 Disaccus49 German 102 Weft's torn philosopher opposite • 4 Knight s wife 5 Enter the picture 6 Haberdashery buy 7 Row 8 "Casablanca" character 9 Tantrum 10 Western bands 11 Against 12 Ms. Falana 13 To Sir with Love" singer 14 Pull 15 Taxonomist's job 16 "Evil Ways" O tated 21 Word with take or hang 28 Center of gravity? 29 Like some pools 30 Colorado native 34 Smith or Stout 35 Salon concern 36 Admiral Zumwalt 37 Coasted 38 Highlander's hat 39 Ginger — 40 "Star Trek" android 42 Dayton denizen CAN 1 SPEAK ^ TO YOU FRANKLY Y OLD SALT? / CAMP JINX 43 Aspin or Baxter 44 — trip 45 Open an envelope 48 Cave man? 50 Pulver's rank: abbr. 53 Paul of "Scarface" 54 Secondhand 55 "It's — Never" ('60 smash) 56 Lollapalooza 57 Large tub 62 Regret 63 Sault — Marie, Ml 65 —Cat 67 Casino cube 68 Lofty spaces 70 Parker of football 71 Saloon 72 Nearby 74 Louisiana university 75 Tolerate 76"— Want for Christmas" ('50 tune) 77 Require 80 Fiver 84 Barrel 85 Alias initials 87 Certain Communist 88 Newts 90 Way over yonder 91 Engine sound 92 Discern 94 Catchall abbr. 95 Marchiano or Mineo 96 Rock's — Speedwagon 97 Be obligated 98 Hibachi residue 99"— Junction" ('56 film) 104 Actor Stephen 106 Warm lining 108 Inferior 109 Producer Prince 112 Passion 113 Oriental 115 Adventurer Heyerdahl 116 Irritated 117 Pari of UCLA 118 Negative prefix 119 Parachute invasion 120 Take into account 121 "Bus Stop" playwright 122 Tie 123 Dalai — 124 Kitchen appliance 125 Passed-on item 126 Pinafore part ' WOT V-f ABOUT J THIS IS AN EMERGENCY jSMAh) ( I'M REALLY ) ' YER N > IN NEEO OF MOOCWIN' SOME MONETARY ME AGAIN ASSISTANCE / . THIS IS V^.ITTS A LOAN " DIFFERENT THAT WILL HELP OLD BUDDY... PUT ME BACK ON MY FEET/ C\. ILL LEVBL^ ... I NEED ^ WITH VOU, TWENTY DOLLARS POPEYE -A FOR DIET PILLS HOCUS-FOCUS I DON'T NEED THE MONEY FOR POOQf. OKAY > I'LL BUY YA LUNCH/. ^ C'MON, DIET PILLS GOOD CAUSE, I'LL LEND . YATWENNY-FIVE/ > BY HENRY BOLTINOFF Weekly SUDOKU TRAVEL A&ENCy by Linda Thistle Find at least six differences in details between panels TRAVEL A66NT Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: * * * * Moderate juaBe,, oj pa6ueqo PJOM '9 iuaje«!p si )P|}S oqoH S peppe s( mopuim f BUISSIUJ SI digs e Bujssiuj sj eusy z luauajjip si aij_ i saouajawiQ 2007 King Foaturos Sync!. Inc World rights Salome's Stars 'TSUNAMl'lS A JAPANESE W0RD.'.T8u"MEAN6 HAAB0R AND'NAMTMEANS WAVE...THE JAPANESE HAVE MEN SUFFERING FROM TOE T EFFECTS or TSUNAMI6 FOR MORE THAN J" WE HAVE LEARNED MUCH ASOUT TSUNAMIS LATELY AND WHAT CAUSES THEM, AND WE R KNOW THAT KNOWLEDGE ABOUT TOEM J" 1 COULD SAVE LIVES.' J -7^ 2000 YEARS/ J- [WHEN YOU ARE NEAR TOE THREE TOWJS OCEAN THERE AAE TO REMEMBER THAT COULD SAVE YOl* UFE IN TOE EVENT OF A TSUNAMI.' TWO, IF YOU SEE TOE OCEAN RAPIDLY RECEDE FROM TOE SHORE. EXPOSING TOE SEABED. RUN TP HIJH SROUND THREE, IF YOU HEAR A LOUD ROAR FROM TOE OCEAN, RUN TO HUH JRCVNP...AT NUWT THIS MAY BE YOUR ONLY WARNING 1 OF A TSUNAMI I ONE, IF YOU ARE NEAR TOE EPICENTER OF AN UNDERWATER EAATOOUAKE. YOU WILL Fffl THE EARTH SHAKING ...AFTER TOE VIOLENT BHAKfW. RUN TO HUM AROUND flMPK THREE TO SIK TSUNAMI WAVES MAY ATTACK TOE COASTLINE FOR l~b HOURS..REMAIN AT HUH ELEVATION UNTIL AUTHORITIES JIVE TOE 'ALL CLEAR* ON NOAA WEATHER RADIO rrffv -riff; GO FIGURE! by Linda Thistle The idea of Go Figure is to arrive at the figures given at the bottom and right-hand columns of the diagram by following the arith­ metic signs in the order they are given (that is, from left to right and top to bottom). Use only the numbers below the diagram to complete its blank squares and use each of the nine numbers only once. DIFFICULTY: * • * — Visit www. jeffersonpost com Week of April 9 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Avoid having someone else take credit for the project you started by finishing it your­ self. Then jt will be you lovely Lambs who will be wearing those well-deserved laurels. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) The facts about a new op­ portunity are still emerging. Wait until they're all out in the open, and then use your keen business sense to help make the right decision. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You might feel confused, even hurt by a friend who sud­ denly puts distance between you. If she or he won't discuss it, don't push it. An explana­ tion should come in time. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your willingness to be part of the team opens doors that had been shut to you. Keep them open by keeping your promises even when your com­ mitment seems to be waver­ ing. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Congratulations. You're really getting things done to purrfection. And don't forget to take a catnap now and again to keep those energy levels up and bristling for action. VIRGO (August 23 to Sep­ tember 22) Your "plain-talk­ ing" honesty is admirable. But sometimes sharp words can leave painful scars. Be care­ ful that what you say doesn't come back to hurt you. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) A stress-filled pe­ riod takes a positive turn as you deal with the underlying problem. Act now to avoid a re­ currence by changing some ba­ Dirt & Gravel Hauling Lanci Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! ••• Contact Robert Holman pioMSsoio jadns sic rules in your relationship. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your rising en­ ergy levels make it easier for you to achieve some important objectives. This could lead to a big boost in how you're per­ ceived, both at home and on the job. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A chang­ ing picture begins to emerge as you learn more about an offer that seemed so right but could be so wrong. Look to a trusted adviser for guidance. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Spiritual aspects are strong. Take time to reflect on the path you're on and where you hope it will lead you. It's also a good time to reach out to loved ones. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) You could be as­ suming far too many responsi­ bilities, whether it's at work or in personal matters. Be care­ ful that you're not weighed down by them. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You're getting closer to your goals. And since noth­ ing succeeds like success (or the promise thereof), don't be surprised to find new support­ ers swimming alongside you. BORN THIS WEEK:. You are always the first to try new ventures and confront new challenges. You inspire others with your courage to follow your bold example. te) 2007 Synd., Inc. King All Types of Grading * Moderate * * Difficult * * * GO FIGURE! SJ3MSUV * • Challenging • * * HOO BOY! 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John Duvall from Vir­ ginia gave the invocation and Gary Barber led the group in the pledge. North Carolina State Senator, Steve Goss, de­ livered the keynote address noting the great success of the Ashe County Democratic Party in the '06 elections and describing FDR's influence on the lives of working people in northwestern North Caro­ lina. Goss, in the style of an 'ole time' Ashe County revival preacher, pointed out that President Roosevelt had em­ powered the "forgotten man" by creating an alphabet soup of programs that improved the lives of the common peo­ ple in America. - Goss stated that Bush's budget deficit had placed many of these programs in jeopardy, like Social Security and Medicare. He commented that many in the audience had benefited from these programs such as WPA schools, the Rural Elec­ trification Administration's providing electric power to rural areas, and from the ag­ ricultural stabilization act which provided price support relief for rural farmers. Goss summed up by urging all Democrats to vote and to talk with their neighbors about the issues and pledged that he would be honest and work hard for local folks. Ashe County Democratic First Vice Chair, Jerry McMil­ lan, introduced the speaker by citing Goss's family roots in the county and extolling his years of service as a teacher, minister, football coach and for providing many services to the party. Ashe County Democratic Party Chair, Melba Jones, introduced the Ashe County Democratic Party Executive Committee: First Vice Chair, Jerry McMillan, Treasurer, Sandra Hamm, Assistant Treasurer, Mary Phillips, Secretary, Linda McDaniel, State Executive Committee member Rebecca Mann, pre­ cinct chairs, Jeff Boyer, Ralph Jones, and Dottie Kostro. Elected officials recognized were Ashe County Commis­ sioners Gary Barber, Richard Blackburn, West Jefferson Mayor Dale Baldwin, West Jefferson Alderman, Jerry McMillan and Jefferson Al­ derman, Luther Anderson, and Board of Education mem­ ber, A.B. Weaver. Election Board Chairman, Ralph Bare was recognized by Chairman Jones. Mrs. Mary Carole Elmore read a letter addressed to the Ashe County Democratic Par­ ty from Representative Cullie Tarleton on the occasion of Franklin D. Roosevelt's birth­ day. Democratic Party Chair, Melba Jones, then introduced guests in attendance from outside of Ashe County: David Crawford, Fifth District Chair of the North Carolina Demo­ cratic Party, Miranda Burgin, April is women's eye health month New York, NY - We overuse our eyes. Spending hours in dry, climate controlled rooms, staring at the computer, read­ ing emails, and watching TV are all part of our daily lives, but our eyes are paying the arice. We go to the doctor when , ve're sick, the dentist for rou\tine checkups, but unless we tear glasses or prescription fontacts, eye health is someig we tend to neglect. We tore eye discomfort. We rub id, itchy eyes. Maybe we ^en buy eye drops. But our is still bother us. Jearly one third of Ameri|s suffer from dry eye, and {ost everyone will cxperisymptoms at least once, eye is a disorder that les the tear film, which pets the surface of the eye, up. Dry eye can cause vision, inflammation, frritation, but can eascorrected. Dr. Robert iy, author of THE DRY 2MEDY (Hatherleigh suggests five simple things you can do to relieve the discomfort of dry eyes: 1) STOP STARING: When you work at a computer, ad­ just your chair or the position of your monitor so that you look down at the screen rather than up. This reduces the ex­ posed area of your eyes help­ ing which helps to keep mois­ ture in. And give your eyes a rest! No visual multi-tasking after a long day at work. 2) CREATE YOUR OWN LITTLE TROPICAL ISLAND: Keep a humidifier next to your bed at night and if pos­ sible near your desk at the office. Try to position your­ self away from air currents, whether air conditioning or heat, with your back to the flow of the air. 3) WEAR COOL EYE­ WEAR - EVEN AT NIGHT: Wear sunglasses while out­ side and exercising and a sleep mask when you go to bed. These simple things help lock in moisture, reducing the effects of dry eyes. Secretary Fifth District Dem­ ocratic Party, Matilda - Phil­ lips, Second Vice-Chair of the North Carolina Progressive Democrats, Mazie Lawrence, First Vice Chair of the Davie County Democratic Party and Jack Lawrence from Davie County, Clyde Engle, precinct Chair and Eva Engle, Steve Goss's Campaign Treasurer from Wilkes County, and par­ ty activist Dan Bennet from Forsyth County, and Delmas Parker, Second Vice Chair of the State Democratic Party. Treasurer Sandra Hamm led the large gathering in a loud round of applause for the hard work and dedication of Ashe County Democratic Party Chair, Melba Jones. Ashe County Democratic Party Chair, Melba Jones, invites everyone to a free pinto bean supper every Fri­ day evening at 5 p.m. in the Democratic Party Headquar­ ters in the old Centura Bank Building in West Jefferson. The Ashe County Demo­ cratic Party convention will be conducted April 14 at 10 a.m. at the Ashe County Democratic Party Headquar­ ters in the old Centura Bank Building in West Jefferson. State Representative, Cullie Tarleton will be the keynote speaker. The Ashe County Democratic party meets each fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smokey Mouptain Barbe­ cue in West Jefferson. Ashe County Democratic Party Chair, Melba Jones, invites all interested citizens to at­ tend and participate in these meetings. Please call 846-9068 for more information. 4) STAY HYDRATED: Six to eight glasses of water a day helps wash away toxins and promote healthy vision. 5) DON'T WORRY, BE HAPPY: Spend time with friends and family. There is evidence that social interac­ tion, alongside diet and exer­ cise, lowers stress and inflam­ mation. Inflammation reduces the quality of the tear film, clogging the glands. Smiling also decreases the ocular sur­ face area, reducing dry eye symptoms. Untreated, dry eye syn­ drome gets progressively worse, so treating your symp­ toms now is crucial for main­ taining healthy vision and preventing aging well before your time. In his new book THE DRY EYE REMEDY, Dr. Robert Latkany offers simple and surgery-free ways to im­ prove eye health and appear­ ance. If you think you may have dry eyes, consult with your eye doctor. For more tips on how to prevent dry eye symptoms and preserve the health and beauty of your eyes check out THE DRY EYE REMEDY, in bookstores everywhere. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: DR. ROBERT LATKANY is a board-certified ophthalmolo­ gist and founder and director of the Dry Eye Clinic at the New York Eye and Ear Infir­ mary as well as the Dry Eye Center of New York - the first center in the area devoted to dry eye disorders. He is a graduate of Columbia Uni­ versity and the Boston Uni­ versity School of Medicine. Dr. Latkany lives and practices in New York City, where he is actively involved in dry eye research. I Schaumburg, IL (April 2007)--What is the one thing only mothers can do to help reduce landfill waste, pre­ serve valued energy, and help prevent deforestation? They can breastfeed their children. As people from around the globe commemorate "Earth Day" on Sunday, April 22, human milk remains the ul­ timate natural renewable re­ source and perhaps the most overlooked way of helping to create a healthier planet. Human milk requires no resources for packaging, ship­ ping or disposal. The produc­ tion and disposal of artificial formula products add to our environmental problems by consuming energy and pro­ ducing waste. The 550 million tins of formula sold in the United States alone placed end to end would circle the earth one and a half times. The production of artificial baby milk in the USA each year produces 86,000 tons of tin and 1,230 tons of paper la­ bels which add substantially to the landfill waste. Breastfeeding preserves valued energy. No energy is wasted producing human milk the way it is wasted when producing artificial for­ mula. Precious fuel is used to transport the ingredients of formula and the artificial feeding products themselves. Energy is used for steriliz­ ing bottles and refrigerating them. The environment also pays a price for growing soybeans or raising cattle to produce the artificial baby milk. Clear­ ing land for pasture results in deforestation and this often results in land depletion and soil erosion. Growing soy re­ quires fertilization and irri­ gation. While breastfeeding is a wondrous act of nurturing between a mother and child, it also has an enormous im­ pact on the global ecosystem. Breastfeeding not only grows a healthy mother and child but also grows a healthier planet. Although we live in a pol­ luted world, scientists agree that human milk is still the very best food to nourish our babies and it may even pro­ tect babies from some of the effects of pollution. To find out more about why human milk is "green," i.e., the healthiest and most ecologically sound way to nur­ ture babies, or for breastfeed­ ing information and support, contact La Leche League by visiting our award-winning website at www.lalecheleague.org or calling 800-5253243. Since 1956, La Leche League International has been providing breastfeeding assistance through motherto-mother support, education and information. MasterCraft Log Homes launches vacation rental management service MasterCraft Log Homes, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of MasterCraft Rentals, a full-service vaca­ tion rental management com­ pany. MCR will offer not just rental booking and cleaning but a complete range of prop­ erty management services including home inspection and repair, pre­ ventative maintenance, and more. MCR brings to the table over 50 years of combined experience in home con­ struction and management. Familiar with all phases of construction from septic and foundation to roof and land­ scaping, MCR has the capa­ bility to assist the property owner with proactive rental management. Locally owned and oper­ ated, MCR understands the unique stresses High Coun­ try weather puts on a prop­ erty. MCR can be the owner's eyes on the ground. MCR will handle book­ ing, payment, and cleaning but can also check for poten­ tially dangerous and costly problems that others might overlook. Hot tub security, loose porch rails, blocked dryer vents, dirty air filters may need special attention or skills. MCR can handle all this and more, providing renters with a stress-free va­ cation experience and own­ ers with peace of mind and a maximum return on invest­ ment. MCR can partner with property owners building a second home, from site plan­ ning to paint and appliances and then manage property rental to help the new get­ away pay for itself. MCR can also assist and suggest im­ provements or changes to en­ hance existing properties. L MCR will be accepting applications for a limited number of homes this year. They intend to concentrate on unique, highly desirable properties and develop a close working relationship with their owners. MCR will also manage long-term rentals. Partnering with Lost Prov­ ince Productions in a new website, mastercraftrentals. com will be launched shortly. MCR will show properties to the best possible advantage world-wide and 24-7 with virtual tours and panoramic views to pique the interest of vacationers looking for the perfect spot to relax. Their existing 3-year-old website is mcloghomes.com. If you have a home you would like to develop for a rental property, or if you are considering changing your management provider, contact Brandon Dillard at 336-877-3366 or toll-free 8774)80-3366 or brandon® mastercraftrentals.com. The MCR Office is located at 6502 US Hwy 22 IS, West Jeffer­ son, N.C. 28684 What can you do about osteoarthritis? Every year, approxi­ mately 400,000 Ameri­ cans who suffer from os­ teoarthritis undergo knee surgery. replacement When all other options for treating severe osteo­ arthritis of the knee have been exhausted, artificial knee joints offer a solution with a high rate of suc­ cess. But how should you prepare for this major op­ eration, and what can you do afterwards, to protect the new joint and keep it intact for years to come? The American Arthritis Society has compiled some useful and practical tips for self-care, which are available on the Society's website. Developed with the help of some of the world's leading knee sur­ geons, each tip is easy to follow and can be helpful in preparing for your op­ eration. These and many more suggestions regard­ ing osteoarthritis can be viewed online at: www. americanarthriti8.org. Re/Max pres. completes Buffinni mentor program Boone, NC—Vic Troncalli, President of RE/MAX Moun­ tain Places Real Estate, LLC. in Boone and West Jefferson, N.C. has recently completed the Mentor Program for Buffini and Company's 100 Days to Greatness Training Program. As a Mentor, he is certified to teach the Buffini systems to agents in his office to enable them to be more proficient in their real estate business. It is designed for broker/own­ ers to provide lead generation training and to improve agent productivity. Buffini and Company is located in California and is one of the largest training and coaching company in the country. Mr.Troncalli has re­ cently been added to the new RE/MAX Success Stories Vol­ ume II and has been coached by Buffini and Company. Mountain Places has been in business for the past 5 years and currently has 18 associates affiliated with the company. RE/MAX Mountain Places is the only authorized franchise for RE/MAX in West Jefferson, N.C. WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND Auto • Horn* • Ufa An Authorized Agent for BlueCroM HlucShield of North Carolina An independent tlMMMof the Hue Crow end Slue Vxeld AjMxi.Hcn Auto Insurance For prompt, professional attention, and fast, fair claims service, call today. Garry Elliott Agent Lonnie F. Darnell, Jr. Agent Martin J. Weaver Agent Michael F. Lonon Agency Manager MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 (336)246-8828 Po Box 767 Jefferson, NC 286H0 mlchael.lononOncfbint.com ifbll.com • ncfblm.com Helping You NOOK '.roil..I,• MuliOi lnu»N*C*. fcMM hwuwt of Col*. Im 1MM" lura.u Life Co pthior. MS �PAGE 14 TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Champion musicians find new style in ancient music The fateful meeting last year of two already widely es­ teemed performers produced a frenzy of creative inspi­ ration, resulting in a color­ ful, exciting, and completely unique approach to rootsbased acoustic music. Cham­ pion Celtic violinist Jamie Laval and mandolin cham­ pion Ashley Broder now form a stunning instrumental duo rendering traditional Irish and Scottish music with hints of classical refinement and ethnic music from around the world. The partnership began in a jam session in the wee-hours of the morning at the Nation­ al Old Time Fiddle contest in Weiser, Idaho. Jamie and Ashley connected instantly on both musical and personal levels. Prior to their meeting, Ja­ mie simultaneously pursued careers as a revered solo fid­ dler and a professional sym­ phony violinist. Subsequentto his winning the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Championship in 2002, he devoted himself entirely to touring through­ out the States andScotland and appeared regularly on NPR radio, concert series, and large festival stages. Meanwhile, Ashley had competed regularly in fiddle contests, ultimately winning the Western Open Picking Championship in 2003 and 2004. She went on to collabo­ rate with world renowned mandolinist Mike Marshall on his method books, taught at the Mandolin Symposium in California, and played in a number of LA area bands while studying classical vio­ lin and 'cello in college. The San Diego Tribune re­ cently featured the new duo in a full-page spread, calling Ashley a "mandolin phenom­ enon." Mike Marshall admir­ ingly refers to Ashley as "A rising star in the world of traditional and alternative music who is as comfortable playing in formal musical set­ tings as in spontaneous jam sessions." Following his 28-concert tour of Scotland, Jamie was heralded as "A new star for the Old World" (FiddleOn Magazine) and "The next Alasdair Fraser" (Scotland Press and Post). In the U.S., Jamie is said to be "One of North America's finest practi­ tioners of traditional Scottish music" (San Jose Mercury News) and "A fantastic fid­ dler...Laval captures the es­ sence of Celtic sentiment and yearning" (Olympian Week­ ender). Saturday, April 21 at 7:30 p.m. the pair will be perform­ ing at Bohemia Cafe,106 N. Jefferson Ave., West Jeffer­ son. (336) 846-1498 www. bohemiaNC.com. Tickets are $15. Brooklyn Sheets and Kyleigh Miller competed in the Americas Gorgeous Girls pageant in Chilhowie VA on Saturday March 31. Both girls brought back two titles each as well as optional titles. Brooklyn won Best Easter Wear and Most Photogenic for her division as well as the Overall Best Dress Title and the Overall Novice Grand Supreme Title. Kyleigh won Best Easter Wear, Most Photogenic, and Best Smile for her division as well as the Overall Personality Title and the 0-4 Year Grand Supreme Title. America's Gorgeous Girls is a National Pageant System and by winning this pageant both girls have advanced to the National pageant later this year. Brooklyn is the daughter of Bryan and Jessica Sheets of West Jefferson and the grandaughter of Sharon Severt of Millers Creek, Lenny and Debbie Sheets of West Jefferson, and Donna Huntley of Statesville. Kyleigh is the daughter of Chad and Mandy Miller of Laurel Springs and the grandaughter of Huck and Susan Adams of Sparta and Tony & Grace Miller of Laurel Springs. Both families are very proud of the girls. Kids acting out "Kids Acting Out" was what the Third Grade classes of Westwood Elementary literally did during the week of March 19-23. With collaboration among the 3rd grade teachers and the music teacher, fairy tales and folk tales came alive in the form of Reader s Theater. The Bright Ideas Grant funds purchased the needed supplies, materials, make-up and costumes to successfully present the characters, designing and painting sets and composing songs and music to go along with their tale. "The Calabash Kids", "Why Mosquitoes Buzz in Peo­ ple's Ears","TheTrue Story of theThree Little Pigs", "And So They Did", and"Rumplestilskin, Private Eye" were the titles of the performances. HUMAN ®@D1W I Ttee animals are available for adoption. Bella was found near Skyline Telephone and is missing her family. She is a sweet shepherd mix w/a docile personality. If not claimed, she will be available for adoption Saturday 3/31/07. Harriet is a precious These beautiful grey/black tabby of apx. 6 are calico mix with mos. old who would make wonderful markings. a loving companion. She's They have the sweetest just waiting for you to disposition and love to come see her. cuddle. • Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesodety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West lefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 29 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 14 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-04-10 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/7960678295fc7251dccb0813d0a78d84.pdf 4f5ef09574dddfe7113a9fbdb7181316 PDF Text Text • Baseball wins with a comeback Friday page 1B April 13, 2007 • Tennis shuts out Greyhounds 500 page 1B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwgeffersonpost.com • 12U AAU boys finish second Volume 82, Issue 30 page 1B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Farmers Market to open and its growth has made that job difficult for managers also Although you might not trying to sell their wares. The know it by the temperatures, vendors got together this year spring has arrived and local and decided that a paid man­ farmers and craftspeople are ager who is not a vendor was preparing for the opening of the answer. the Ashe County Farmers Interim Extension Direc­ Market. The Saturday mar­ tor Carolyn Shepherd and ket begins April 21 with hours Extension Area Specialized from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Agriculture Agent Richard market expands to include Boylan explained the changes Wednesdays starting in July. to the West Jefferson Board of Lots of changes accompa­ Aldermen last Thursday eve­ ny the 2007 season, includ­ ning and answered questions ing a new fee structure, the about the market. planned hiring of a paid mar­ The Ashe County Farmers ket manager, a new booth pro­ Market was first organized in cedure for vendors, and a new 1990 by local businessmen, enclosed section doubling the farmers and the Cooperative size of the market facility in Extension Service. West Jefferson. A grant from the North Located on Second Avenue Carolina Department of Ag­ (the back street) in West Jef­ riculture, matched with local ferson, the Ashe County Farm­ contributions and assistance ers Market shelter has shown from the Town of West Jeffer­ tremendous growth since its son, helped build the original opening a few years ago. With farmers market shelter. A To­ over 175 registered vendors, a bacco Trust Fund Grant and fee and placement structure support from the county and needed to be established to town governments built the manage the operation. The recent addition. market has since its opening The market is overseen by been managed by volunteers the U.S. Department of Agri­ who were also vendors, b\iti culture and funded through the popularity of the market See Market, page 5A Hagel tourney helps 4-H by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Relay concert set Get ready for an evening of terrific music next week as the stars come out in support of a great cause. Award-winning musician Jeff Little and Friends, in­ cluding Steve Lewis, Wayne Henderson and Josh Scott, will perform Thursday, April 19 at 7 p.m. at Ashe Civic Center raising funds for Ashe County Relay for Life. Jeff Little is a remark­ able musician, steeped in the tradition of his native Blue Ridge, yet also a virtuosic and eclectic innovator. Little's inSee Relay, page 5A Photo courtesy of DeAnna Lewis Jeff Little will perform at the Relay for Life concert. 1 wo injured in wreck Post photo by Jim Thompson Two people were transported to Ashe Memorial Hospital as a result of this three-car wreck Tuesday afternoon in West Jefferson. The accident took place at the intersection of U.S. 221 and Mount Jefferson Road, one of the most dangerous spots in the county. According to State Trooper John Elledge, the driver of the Buick (seen in the background) attempted to cross U.S. 221, heading towards Blue Ridge Electric. The driver of the blue truck (left), who was traveling north on 221, was unable to stop and struck the Buick, which rolled down the embankment and suffered heavy damage. The truck then collided with another vehicle, seen above, which was waiting at the intersection to turn north on U.S. 221. The drivers of the Buick and the truck were transported. A female driver of the third vehicle and a young boy who was a passenger in the vehicle were not injured. Names of those involved were not available at press time. New WJ trail debuts by Linda Burchette Assistant Editorf m * Walking enihusBi.ts' a new opportunity to stretch their legs in West Jefferson. A trail developed by Jefferson Station owner Tom Banks is open to the public in the wooded area above the grav­ eled lot behind Jefferson Sta­ tion. Banks said he developed the Jefferson Station Hom­ eowner's Park and Walking Trail for the condo residents, and also invites area resi­ dents and visitors to enjoy the site as well. Brush and debris were cleared out of the woods and a scenic path softened with mulch from the cleared trees winds through the trees and around rocks. Post photo by Linda Burchette A nice view of the town is offered from several angles The public is invited to enjoy a walking trail and picnic spot developed in the wooded area above Jefferson Station in along the trail. See Trail, page 5A UNC-TV features River House UNC-TV will show por­ tions of the first of two spe­ cials called An Evening at River House on Tuesday, April 17, at 7:30 p.m. on North Car­ olina Now, which is hosted by Shannon Vickery. On April 2, a group of tal­ ented musicians gathered at the popular Crumpler venue for a special evening of music. The event was recorded by Collapsible Studios of Asheville, both on video for broad­ cast and as audio for a up­ coming CD, also to be called An Evening at River House. The entertainers who who were welcomed by River House owner Gayle Winston included: •Chara Murray, a singer Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffer8onpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com who is also one of the bestknown graphic designers in the state, and who will design the insert for the CD. •Gregory Carroll, a R&B and pop legend who is a veteran of such legendary groups as The Orioles and The Inkspots. He is the writer of the top hit Just One Look. •Tim and Debbie Yates, Acoustic Heritage performed country music. Mark Rose, a double bass player joined them for the performance. •The Hi-Tone Hep Cats, a Virginia swing band, featured the talents of Helen White, Mark Rose and Tommy Willett. •Martha and the Moodswingers features Martha Bassett on vocals, capturing the sound of the '40s. Gui­ tarist Jim Carson and horn player Neil Clegg rounded out this talented trio. •Wayne Henderson, one of the greatest living acous­ tic guitarists, came from his home in Rugby, Va. for the evening. He is as famous as an instrument maker as he is a performer. •Rounding out the evening was pianist Emile Pandolfi, who has dazzled audiences around the world for years. He has 28 CDs out. A second recording ses­ sion is planned at the River House later this month, and is expected to air on UNC-TV in May. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,290 U.S. service people killed (as of 4/11) 24,645 U.S. service people wounded (as of 4/11) West Jefferson. The 12th Annual Carl Hagel Memorial Golf Tournament will tee off Saturday, April 21 at Mountain Aire Golf Club. Co-sponsors for the Tourna­ ment are American Emer­ gency Vehicles, Appalachian Utilities, Ashe County Ford, Blue Ridge Electric, Miller Insurance, Vannoy Construc­ tion, and Mountain Select Properties of Ashe. The Tournament format is Captain's Choice. Tee times are at 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. with mulligansavailable.A de­ licious BBQ chicken luncheon will be served to all players. The entry fee is $65, which in­ cludes green and cart fees and lunch. Sponsors options are Tournament Co-sponsor $400 (includes a team and recogni­ tion), Team Sponsor $260, and Hole Sponsor $100. The new owners of Ashe County Ford are providing prizes for a hole-in-one on all par threes including a brand new $35,000 car. Blue Ridge Golf Cars and Utility Vehicles is providing a new golf cart as a hole-in-one prize on a par three. Proceeds from the tourna­ ment benefit the county's 4H Ashe Youth Connection, a one-on-one program dedicat­ ed to matching qualified adult volunteers with Ashe County youth who are in need of adult role models. A qualified men­ tor can help these children deal with many of the chal­ lenges they face. The tourna­ ment provides much needed funds to support the program so that more children can have caring mentors in their lives. Mark Hagel, owner of Mountain Aire Golf Club and son of Carl Hagel, states that his "... Dad loved kids and youth in general so we think that this (Ashe Youth Connec­ tion) is a good fit...we know that he would have wanted us to do something that would benefit our youth." To register for the tourna­ ment or become a sponsor con­ tact Mountain Aire Golf Club at 877-4716 or North Caro­ lina Cooperative Extension, Ashe Center at 219-2650. For more information about the 4-H Ashe Youth Connections program, contact North Caro­ lina Cooperative Extension, Ashe Center at 219-2650. Photo by Chara Murray Wayne Henderson and some of his picking friends were among the groups that performed April 2 at the River House. Project Graduation fundraiser Miss Ashe County Pageant The annual Project Graduation fundraiser will return to Wal-Mart parking lot in West Jefferson April 20 through 22. Highlights will include a return of the famous General Lee from the Dukes of Hazzard, air walks and other games plus food and lots of fun. Norman Cheek of Toyota of Boone has donated a 2007 Toyota Yaris, and tickets for a drawing will be on sale for $50. The organizers of the annual drug- and alcoholfree party for our county's seniors hope to raise $20,000 at the event. The 2007 Miss Ashe County Pageant will take place Saturday, April 14 at Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson beginning at 6 p.m. There are several age divisions: Tiny Miss; Lit­ tle Miss; Junior Miss; and Miss. Entertainment will be provided by visiting queens and Dancin' Debbies. Tickets for the pageant are $6 for adults and free for children age 3 and under. For more information, call Pageant Director Lisa Osborne at 246-1504. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Master herbalist returns to West Jefferson Master Herbalist Judy Saunders, MA, CRA, CI, MH, of Indiana is returning to West Jefferson to present a free open meeting on Tues­ day, April 17, at 7 p.m., at the Ashe County Arts Cen­ ter in West Jefferson. Bring friends, paper and pen, and questions. What's causing your health problems? What can you do to solve the problems, naturally? Saunders believes "There is no such thing as an incurable disease." She will offer a discussion about get­ ting back on track with such issues as weight and energy. Discussion will be concerning educational information on what you can do to prevent disease, what to do to elimi­ nate disease by using natural methods. Saunders began nutrition­ al studies with a well-known, very successful Amish man, Solomon Wickey. She has earned National Certification in Iridology and has studied extensively with many differ­ ent doctors in different areas of muscle testing, and home­ opathy. Saunders' education in­ cludes: Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts in edu­ cation from Ball State Uni­ versity; Completed 27 hours above MA, BSU; education in the area of Nutritional Con­ sulting; Iridology Certifica­ tion, Sclerology & Pupilogy, Nationally Certified Iridologist - CI, Dr. Bernard Jensen of California, Dr. M.A. Jones of Texas, Solomon Wickey of Indiana; Contact Reflex Analysis Certification - CRA, Dr. D.A. Versendaal of Michi­ gan, Dr. Donald Warren of Ar­ kansas - (was on President's Council for Alternative Medi­ cine) Master Herbalist - MH, Dr. Eugene Watkins of Michi­ gan, Certified in Alphabiotics and Honorary Doctorate of Divinity; Dr. Virgil Chrane of San Antonio, Texas, Home­ opathy, Custom Blends, Face/ Body Analysis; Applied Kine­ siology, Dr. Reuben DeHaan of North Carolina; Parasitol­ ogy, Dr. James Overman of Ohio; other education in the area of Nutritional Consult­ ing, Acutherapy Certifica­ tion, Aromatherapy Certifi­ cation, Craniosacral Therapy - (Upledger). Experience in the medi­ cal field and other interests include; retired teacher, 18 It's allergy season As welcome as spring is, for some it's a time to run and hide indoors. Thanks to aller­ gies, many people find spring to be a time of sneezes, coughs and medicines. Below is a list of some of the more com­ mon allergies, their possible causes and some of the com­ mon effects. Hay Fever Pollen, be it from trees, grass, flowers or weeds. Stuffy, runny nose, which typically brings on bouts of sneezing. Hay fever also af­ fects the eyes, causing watery, itchy eyes that sufferers feel they need to rub or scratch. Nasal itch is also common. Asthma Asthma attacks are not exclusive to allergy season, but they can be triggered by a change in seasons, pollen count, cigarette smoke, dust mites, furry animals, viral in­ fections or even stress. Asthma effects a person's breathing, so coughing, wheez­ ing or tightness in the chest are all indicators of asthma. Eczema Food allergies can contrib­ ute to eczema, as can pollen, dust mites, furry animals, or excessive sweating. Eczema is characterized by a red rash that is both dry and itchy. The rash is often in the creases of the neck, arms and legs. Infants can get the rash on cheeks, behind their ears or on their thighs. Hives Medications, such as peni­ cillin or aspirin, can cause hives. So, too, can viral infec­ tions or food allergies. Many times, however, the cause is unknown. Hives look like mosquito bites, but tend to be more red or exceedingly more pale than the surrounding skin. Hives can be all over the body, and do not stay at the same spot more than a few hours. years experience, 1971-89; Master Herbalist, 18 years experience, 1987 to date; Nu­ tritional Consultant with Dr. Mark Prather, DC, 2 years, 1974-75; Nutritional Consul­ tant with Dr. Richard Hilton, DC, 1 year, 1975; manager of Prevention and More Store, 4 years, 1995-98; manager of Old Mill Shoppes in Farm­ land, IN, 7 years, 1998 to date; owner of her own herbal business, the Sonlight Shop, 1989-1995. Saunders will offer a free discussion with the public on Tuesday evening and is available for individual ap­ pointments at Nation's Inn on Wednesday, April 18 and Thursday, April 19. When one makes an ap­ pointment with Saunders, they can expect: 1. Background info about difference in allopathy & herbal remedies 2. Iridological analysis 3. Sclerological analysis 4. Pupil Analysis 5. CRA (Muscle Testing) 6. Applied Kinesiology (Muscle Testing) 7. Nutritional Muscle Testing 8. Custom Blended Ho­ meopathic (if needed) 9. Nutritional changes/ suggested herbs, as needed 10. Fingernail analysis 11. Face analysis Saunders will address your symptoms, or prob­ lems...and get to the reason... she doesn't give you drugs to cover up your symptoms. When the reason for the problem is not addressed, but suppressed with drugs, some­ thing more "incurable" can occur later. However, she can only teach you. Her goal is to put you back in control of your health; to teach you why you feel badly, and to teach you what needs to be done to change for the better. But ultimately, the responsibility is yours. "This is my ministry, I'm a retired teacher," said Saun­ ders. "I love my work and look forward to every new person. 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The reception was hosted by their son, Dan Roten of West Jefferson, their daughter and son-in-law Debbie and Mar­ cus Campbell of Greensboro and their grandchildren, homa, graduated from North Carolina State University, with a B.S. in Business Man­ agement. He currently is employed with the PGA of America and is Tournament Director of the 2007 PGA Championship. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Wil­ liam Dean Dixon of Jefferson, Ms. Frances Buck Jordan of Jefferson, and the late Mr. Jene Dewey Jordan. The couple's wedding cel­ ebration will be held October 20, 2007 in Louisville, Ken­ tucky. Sleeping and your child (MS) - Many people find the idea of snuggling beside a newborn very enticing. Cosleeping, or the family bed, as it is sometimes referred to, is practiced by 25 to 30 percent of American parents, who routinely let their children sleep with them part or all of the night. Co-sleeping remains a con­ troversial subject among par­ ents and doctors. It used to be a common occurrence in the U.S. until experts started is­ suing warnings that if a child didn't learn to sleep alone, psychological scars could en­ sue. Today it's most commom in certain European and Asian countries that emphasize the nurturing aspects of family life, including co-sleeping. Those against co-sleeping say that it promotes too much dependency on the part of the baby, and he or she will be reticent to sleep alone once co-sleeping is introduced. Dr. William Sears, a pediatrician and father who has practiced co-sleeping, says differently. "Children reach the stage of independence when they are ready. It is the parents'job to provide a secure environ­ ment which allows a child's independence to develop nat­ urally," he offers. Smothering or rolling over onto a child is another major concern about co-sleeping. It is believed that mothers are very physically and mentally aware of their children (un­ less under the influence of drugs and alcohol) and it is unlikely that they'll roll over on a child. Fathers may be less aware, so the baby should be kept on the mother's side. Still, an infant is not defense­ less, and if he or she is in distress a cry will more than likely awaken his or her par­ ents. If you choose to co-sleep, maintain a safe environment by: • installing a guardrail on the bed for extra protection against rolling off • using a co-sleeper that attaches to the bed so the in­ fant isn't directly on the mat­ tress • keeping pillows and blan­ kets away from the infant's face • not allowing a baby to sleep on a couch, bean bag, or water bed Weigh the pluses and mi­ nuses of co-sleeping to deter­ mine if it is the choice for your family. Ashley Price is proud to Fred and Donna Cox, and announce the birth of her Turrell and Helen Lovell all daughter, Destiny Ellison. adore her. She was welcomed She was born at Watauga home by her big sister, AuMedical Center on April 5, breana. 2007. She weighed one pound Kerri and Chris Penning­ ton of West Jefferson are and fourteen ounces. Ellen McLean and Billy proud to announce the birth Miller of Fleetwood are proud of their son, Chandler Kye to announce the birth of their Pennington. He was born at son, Alexander Miller. He Ashe Memorial Hospital on was born at Watauga Medi­ April 5, 2007. He was 21.5 cal Center on April 5, 2007. inches long, and weighed sev­ He weighed eight pounds and en pounds and four ounces. His grandparents, Terry and eleven ounces. Mandy and Travus Lovell Jeff Mabe, Fred and Sandy of Jefferson are proud to an­ Lewis adore him, as do Ray­ nounce the birth of their mond and Osalee Penningdaughter, Maleah Amanda Lovell. She was born at Watauga Medical Center on April 5, 2007. She weighed eight pounds and eleven ounces. Her grandparents, ton, his great grandparents. Cody, Caleb and Canyon wel­ comed him home. Kimberly and Luis Her­ nandez of Sparta are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Selena Ximena Colchado Hernandez. She was born at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital on April 4,2007. She was 19.5 inches long and weighed seven pounds and twelve ounces. Her grandpar­ ents, Joan and Allan Crouse of Sparta, and Miguel Angel and Maria Teresa Colchado Hernandez of Mexico all adore her. id's.. aCon A Healing Arts & Holistic Educational Center Workshops April 26-27 Open House April 28,10-3 cries Performance Ashe Civic Center April 29,2pm REGAL CINEMAS A REGAL ENTERTAINMENT GROUP COMPANY CMC * DIGITAL SOUND BARGAIN SHOWS IN~() * Pats l Discount TickH Restrict ions Apply 828-262-3800 FANDANGO 254* REGAL 7 210 New Market St Canter BOO- Adv. 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Presents THE CHUCK DAVIS AFRICAN AMERICAN DANCE ENSEMBLE 4:00 - 6:00PM Drumming, Dancing & Poetry Workshops Tasting Menu Explore our new and improved wine list call 336.246.3600 or toll free 877.246.3615 email: whitehartwoods@carthlink.net Honoring the Body . Fm powering the Mind « 336-846-7165 RIVER HOUSE u d y n a www.whitchartwoods.com or by fax at: attendance was Mr. Roten's sister, Mary Bare and hus­ band Dean of West Jefferson. Several nieces and nephews, close friends and neighbors were also in attendance. Mr. and Mrs. Roten were married on April 22, 1957 at North Beaver Primitive Baptist Church. The groom's father, Elder Dewey Roten of­ ficiated the ceremony. Birth announcements Woods and Jordan engaged to wed Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lau­ rence Woods III of Louisville, Kentucky are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter,Caroline Rohs, to Ryan Jene Jordan, son of Dr. and Mrs. Jene Franklin Jordan, of High Point. Ms. Woods attended Sacred Heart Academy and is a graduate of the University of Virginia, where she majored in finance and marketing. She is Cham­ pionship Relations Coordina­ tor for the United States Golf Association. Mr. Jordan, of Tulsa, Okla- Kristen and Kelsey Campbell of Greensboro. Those in at­ tendance included Mrs. Roten's brothers, Tom Walters and wife Pat of Shelby, Guy Walters and wife Diane of Kings Mountain, Wayne Wal­ ters and Cecil Walters and wife Glenda of West Jefferson and the bride's sister, Marga­ ret Cooper and husband Mike of North Wilkesboro. 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Mileage per year may increase lease payment. 1.9% rate for up to 24 months. �[1 Public Opinion M...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 PAGE Pag 4A 13, FRIDAY, APRIL 13,:2007 ^ Editorial McCain's folly Sen. John McCain, R-AZ, took a trip last week that we sincerely hope no other presidential candidates try. McCain, accompanied by a unit of heavily armed U.S. soldiers and supported by two helicopters, traveled to Shorja market in Baghdad. The reason? Supposedly to buy some carpets. In McCain's dubious judgment he was apparently trying to show how things are improving in Iraq. In real­ ity, he was looking for some headlines, air time and votes—and used our brave people in uniform as props to his ambition. Improving or not, no one claims Baghdad is a safe place for anyone. In February, 137 people died in this market when a bomb exploded. Could it have happened last week? Certainly. Had some of McCain's escort died or been wound­ ed in such an attack last week, they would have fall­ en not for freedom but for an unconscionable publicity stunt. How did daddy die in the war? Protecting a sena­ tor with very little sense and very little interest in the safety of our troops (but lots of interest in publicity), that's how. Politicians of both par­ ties, from the president and congressional lead­ ers on down, visit Iraq— and so they should. It is important that they visit and talk with our troops in the field directly. That is the best way they can determine the conditions our people face, as well as gain their frontline view of the war. But visiting does not mean taking troops into harm's way in such a man­ ner. Politicians, like other civilians, do not belong on battlefields, because they are in the way and get troops killed trying to pro­ tect them. As we began this editorial, we trust that the other presidential hopefuls of both parties do not seek a repetition of this shame­ ful episode. McCain, himself a vet­ eran of the Vietnam War, should have known better. It is even more shocking that someone with such a background should so mis­ use troops for his personal gain. But then we have had a senior Republican leader tell us that McCain is the most disliked member of the Senate, with almost no friends on Capitol Hill. We commend his colleagues for their discernment. We are reminded of a visit President Abraham Lincoln made to Fort Stevens dur­ ing the Civil War. The tall Lincoln insisted on peer­ ing over the parapets at the Confederate positions— where snipers were active. A young officer named Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. (a future justice of the U.S. Supreme Court) shouted at him, "Get down, you fool!" and likely saved his life. We would suggest McCain, who seeks the position Lincoln once filled, would do well to heed this advice. SS&SSt.. Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Thanks to commission To the Editor: I have been meaning to write you (the county com­ missioners-editor) for a while now to express my pride in your actions with regard to passing an ordinance that protects Ashe's ridges from industrial development. You all are to be commend­ ed for leading our state in developing a local ordinance that protects our mountain resources and all the citizens you serve. While recognizing the need for the development of alternative energy sources, Ashe County has made its po­ sition clear that development of 400-foot high wind tur­ bines on mountain ridges is not acceptable development. As you know, your fellow citi­ zens overwhelmingly agree with you. While deferring to the At­ torney General's interpreta­ tion that giant turbines vio­ late NC's Ridge Law, Ashe has had the foresight to protect the county's unique ridgetop landscape and those who would potentially live or work under these industrial sites with an ordinance, should an ordinance be needed. In the Winston-Salem Journal, Dr. Calhoun referred to your vote as "haphazard zoning." As a recent Ashe Commissioner, he should un- "THE "Slfc GUY ^tlmAE HIM? L I K E •PMNTING5. FLORENCE THOMAS 1909 - 2007 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. 'UL IN HEAVEN'S HALLS Letters to the Editor derstand that protecting all Ashe citizens, not just the few wealthy landowners who happen to own ridge-tops is not 'haphazard', but is democ­ racy at work. The courage shown by this County Commission in pro­ tecting the unique natural environment, economy, cul­ ture and heritage of our little part of the Blue Ridge Moun­ tains provides a powerful ex­ ample for all NC mountain counties. Finally, though I am grate­ ful for your vote, in the future please consider strengthen­ ing the ordinance. As you and more of the public be­ come aware of the negative health, environmental and economic impacts that devel­ opment like this could have on our county's sensitive ridge-top landscape, perhaps a more protective ordinance is in order to further protect the uniqueness of our county. As I have said to many of you in the past, this issue is all about scale. I do not feel that industrial development of our rural landscape (espe­ cially our ridges) should ever be allowed on the scale that has been advocated to our elected officials over the past few years. Those who have advocated this kind of devel­ opment have been biased and naively unconcerned with Ashe's overall economic and cultural health. Best regards, Johnny Burleson Old Orchard Creek Farms LLC Lansing, NC State in danger: the legislature is in session A friend of mine at times comments, "The state is safe! The legislature has ad­ journed!" What he has in mind, no doubt, are some of the pieces of legislation that manage to be introduced, especially during the long session. Two cases in point have recently come to our attention. The first is a strange little bill (S1201) that would elimi­ nate the trade-in value of ve­ hicles in regards to the High­ way Use Tax. That sounds fairly esoteric, but what it would mean is this. If today you buy a $20,000 vehicle, and trade in one that the dealer gives you $8,000 for, you only pay the Highway Use Tax of 3 percent on the difference in price between the two vehi­ cles. In dollars, that means 3 percent on $12,000, or $360. The bill, which was intro­ duced by Sen. Daniel Clodfelter, D-Mecklenburg, would mean the value of your trade in would be ignored—and a "combined general sales tax" of 6.75 percent would be im­ posed. That translates into a tax bill of $1,350—375 per­ cent of the present cost, and almost $1,000 extra out of your pocket. I hardly need continue to point out how destructive such a change would be, es­ pecially (as usual) to the mid­ dle class and poorer people. Moreover, it would slow the car/truck business, with re­ sulting impacts to our state's economy. You may share your en­ thusiasm for this attempt to pick your pocket with Sen. Clodfelter by calling his Ra­ leigh office at 919-715-8331 or emailing him at danielc@ ncleg.net. Even worse than Clodfelter's bill is S901, which is sponsored by Sen. Tony Rand, D-Cumberland. This incred­ ible piece of legislation would basically destroy the N.C. De­ partment of Insurance's abil­ ity to protect the interests of consumers—you and me. You Only one senator has had the audacity to add his name to this bill: Sen. Tom Apodaca, R-Henderson. The bad news is that both Rand and Apodaca are power players in Raleigh. i s s u e , Now my first inclination but let me point on reading this news was to out some assume someone in the in­ " h i g h surance industry had gotten Jim Thompson lights." out his checkbook and bought A t himself at least two senators present, with campaign contributions. North Carolinians have the But I suspect a deeper story fifth lowest auto insurance here. rates in the nation, and the Back in 2005, Gov. Mike 20th lowest homeowner rates. Easley was in a hot battle for So far, we have not observed control of the state Democrat­ any insurance agents begging ic Party. After the 2004 elec­ on the streets or insurance tion, in which Republicans companies shutting their of­ had unprecedented gains in the state, there was enor­ fices in this state as a result. The reason we have these mous grassroots dissatisfac­ rates is Insurance Commis­ tion in the Democratic Party sioner Jim Long. Long goes to at the county level. That led bat for consumers, demanding Jerry Meek, a young attorney proof before allowing any rate with a long involvement in increases in this state. He is a state party politics, to run for proven watchdog of the public chair. Easley handselected Ed interest. Just ask any fire and Turlington, a veteran cam­ rescue personnel in this coun­ paigner who had just chaired ty, and they will tell you how Sen. John Edwards' suprisLong, who is also the state's ingly strong presidential bid fire marshal, has been a good in 2004. Turlington's selection was friend of Ashe. At present, the insur­ not by chance. Back in 2005, ance industry must prove, fresh from a huge win in a to Long's satisfaction, that a "red" year for North Caro­ rate increase is necessary. The lina, Easley was dreaming Rand bill, should it become of a run for the presidency. law, would shift the burden of Turlington, who had chaired proof to Long. That means if the Edwards and 1996 Hunt a rate increase is challenged, campaigns would have been a our tax dollars will have to be perfect choice. All the Raleigh insid­ spent to limit or prevent it. The bill also would permit ers stood by Turlington, and multiple filings for increases were loyal to Easley on this in auto and workman's comp issue, which was a big one insurance every year. That is for the governor. All of them, pure poison not only for the that is, except Jim Long. Long average citizen, but business backed Meek's campaign very as well. Not only that, but the visibly. In the end, Meek was elect­ new rates would take effect as soon as the insurance indus­ ed in a close battle. To add to try demanded—and would Easley's misery, he went on to remain in effect until, and if, lead the Democrats to major Long and his staff could prove success in 2006. Easley had clearly hoped he would fall they were not needed. Finally, the Rand bill flat on his face. That, along would allow companies to with his fading (and mostly charge rates higher than the imaginary) dreams of the White House, I suspect, may maximum approved rates! can read all the details of this bill on page 7A of this Contact your representatives Raleigh Senate Sen. Steve Goss Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 VOU X>o£.*> 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Governor Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Gov. Michael F. Easley Phone: (919) 733-5742 Office of the Governor House of Representatives 20301 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 Rep. Cullie Tarleton 1-800-662-7952 be the real story behind this crazy piece of legislation. By gutting Jim Long's author­ ity as Commissioner of In­ surance, Easley could exact revenge and continue his ef­ forts to return to business as usual in Raleigh. Is this the full story? It definitely fits the facts, as well as the character (or lack of it) exhibited by our governor. Meanwhile, you can do your civic duty and protect your bank account by shar­ ing your thoughts on this at­ tempted larceny by contact­ ing: Sen. Tony Rand N.C. Senate 300 N. Salisbury St., Room 300-C Raleigh, NC 27603 919-733-9892 2014 Litho Place Fayetteville, NC 28304 910-222-8096 email: Tonyr@ncleg.net Sen. Tom Apodaca NC Senate 16 W. Jones St., Room 1127 Raleigh, NC 27601 214 N. King St. Hendersonville, NC 28792 828-696-0574 email: Toma@ncleg.net It would also not do a bit of harm to drop a note to our own Sen. Steve Goss and let him known where you stand on this issue. Suffice it to say, neither of these bills deserve to come out of committee. Public pressure now can kill them, and any senator who votes for them deserves a one-way ticket back home in Novem­ ber 2008. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 5A FROM THE FRONT Relay continued from front page volvement with fiddle tunes dates to his growing up in Boone, where his father ran a music shop. As a child he regularly heard the musician who set the national standard in country folk music for pick­ ing fiddle tunes on the gui­ tar, Doc Watson. His music helped shape Little's unique approach to playing tunes on the piano. Watson is still a close friend and Jeff plays a number of performances with him each year. If Little is a pi­ ano professor today, it's partly because he attended Watson's college of musical knowledge for many years. The Little family's mu­ sic shop in Boone is perhaps partially responsible for Jeff's mastery of several styles. His father played jazz and older popular music on the tenor banjo—not the five-string as­ sociated with bluegrass. To­ day, Little is conversant with traditional jazz, rockabilly, blues, and a certain amount of Allman Brothers tinged rock. With mouth-rack harmonica and vocals, he can also be a one-man show. Wayne Henderson is a world-renowned musician and instrument maker who fives in Rugby, Va. His top-notch finger-picking is a source of great pleasure and pride to his friends, family, and neighbors in Grayson County; his guitar playing has also been enjoyed at Carnegie Hall, in three na­ tional tours of "Masters of the Steel-String Guitar," and in seven nations of Europe, Asia and Africa. Henderson's work was made especially famous in a book that was written about his creation of a guitar for Eric Clapton. In addition to his reputation as a guitarist, Henderson is a luthier of great renown. He is a recipient of a 1995 National Heritage Award presented by the National Endowment for the Arts. He produces about 20 instruments a year, mostly guitars; he is almost as wellknown for the mandolins he has made. Doc Watson, a good friend who sometimes stops at Wayne's shop in Rugby to pick a few tunes, owns a Henderson mandolin. Some of Henderson's instruments are intricately decorated but are most respected for their volume, tone, and resonance. There is a long waiting fist for his guitars. And beyond his great talents as a musician and luthier, Wayne Henderson is known as a "friend to every­ one" and shares his talents and knowledge unselfishly. 2003 National Baryo Champion and award-win­ ning guitarist Steve Lewis of Todd has won competitions at the Walnut Valley Nationals, Merlefest, Renofest, the Galax (Virginia) Old Time Fiddlers' Convention and the Wayne C. Henderson Guitar Competi­ tion. He thought about record­ ing original tunes on his most recent project, a CD titled "Appalachian Rain." But upon reflecting on the 25-year odyssey that brought all of the accolades he has experienced, the music that helped him de­ velop his extraordinary skill seamed more appropriate. "I started thinking about material for a recording about 10 years ago," Lewis said about the CD. "I first thought about an album of original tunes. I probably have three albums' worth of these. But it Photo courtesy of DeAnna Lewis Josh Scott will lend his tal­ ents to the event. occurred to me that a record­ ing of my tunes would be way down on the back of the CD bins behind the host of good stuff from all of the pickers out there today. I decided to try and draw some attention to the stuff I learned from. "My greatest education, Lewis continued, "came from hours of listening to albums by Earl Scruggs, Vic Jordan, J.D. Crowe, Tony Trischka, Larry McNeely, Tony Rice Doc Wat­ son and Dan Crary, to name some. These folks are not only what I would call first-genera­ tion hot pickers (with the ex­ ception of Earl), but they were there on the trail of first-gen­ eration, and fortunately, most are still going strong today to inspire, educate and some­ times intimidate the heck out of us. It would be sad for someone to start learning an instrument and not be ex­ posed to the super picking of these incredible musicians. When I'm playing shows, this is the stuff that folks ask for. Some of these tunes get played quite frequently, but, there again, that's what audi­ ences ask for." Lewis' son, 22-year-old Josh Scott, has been playing the acoustic bass for 10 years. He has played with local groups Standing Ground, Heritage, and Whitewater, and plays regularly with his dad. Scott appears regularly as a guest with Joe Shannon and the Mountain Home Music Series and as a guest with Jeff Little and Friends concerts. Scott also made past appearances with the late Charlie Waller and his band, The Country Gentlemen. Scott grew up listening to his dad play bluegrass banjo and guitar. His dad, who was often called to sit in with many different bands, needed a reliable bass player, and got him started in music. And now, Josh is a highly sought after musician for concerts and recordings. Tickets for the April 19 concert are $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets are available by call­ ing DeAnna Lewis at 828964-3930. The next team captain's meeting for Relay for Life will take place on Monday, April 16 at 5:30 p.m. at Mount Jef­ ferson Presbyterian Church in West Jefferson. A commit­ tee members meeting follows at 6:30 p.m. Relay for Life is a com­ munity program supporting cancer research and victims of cancer. Relay for Life rep­ resents the hope that those lost to cancer will never be forgotten, that those who face cancer will be supported, and that one day, cancer will be eliminated. Relay for Life began in May 1985 when Dr. Gordon Klatt, "the founder of Relay," took a 24-hour journey around a Tacoma, Washington, track and raised $27,000 to support the American Cancer Society's work. From there, Relays grew in number and size and since that first overnight Relay in 1985, Relays have raised more than half a bil­ lion dollars in contributions. This money primarily goes to fight cancer through Ameri­ can Cancer Society activities, patient services, advocacy and education, in the communi­ ties where it is raised. It also funds nationwide programs such as research and 24-hour information through 1-800ACS-2345 or its website at www.cancer.org. Ashe County's Relay for Life organization raised over $95,000 in 2006 and has a goal for this year of $77,000. This year's Relay is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, July 21 and 22, at Ashe County High School. As with other Relays,it is an overnight event that be­ gins with opening ceremonies and the survivors' first lap. Walking continues through the night, highlighted by mu­ sic entertainment and special activities. Food concessions are available on both days of the event, and a closing cer­ emony is held the next morn­ ing around 10 a.m. Trail continued from front page The walking trail can be accessed from several points, including the picnic area and from Hamilton Street, a grav­ eled one-lane road above Ban­ tam Chef. For a one mile walk, begin at the outside door to the lower level condos of Jefferson Sta­ tion, walk along Hice Street, bear left on Hamilton Street, climb the steps marked with logs, make five loops along the trail, and return to the condo doorway. Xou can also do a mile by making two com­ plete round trips with one ex­ tra loop on the trail. Walking the trail from the Hamilton Street entrance is easier if you head clockwise once you reach the top of the steps. If you wish to increase your lung capacity or build leg muscles, walk counter­ clockwise on the trail. Because the steps off of Hamilton Street are a steep entrance to the trail, walk­ ers may prefer to start from the picnic area. Walk or drive up Dyke Street, which goes off Hice Avenue behind Jef­ ferson Station. Turn right on Burkett Street and go to the picnic area, which has two ta­ bles, a bench and grill. Park­ ing space is limited. There are several spots along the trail to sit on rocks and a picnic ta­ ble at the far end. Seven loops around the trail from the pic­ nic area entrance makes ap­ proximately one mile of walk­ ing. Banks welcomes anyone interested to walk the lovely trail he has developed. He has only one request. Respect the landscape and please do not throw trash out along the trail. There are trash contain­ ers at either end for your con­ venience. Stonebridge seeks coverage from Fleetwood VFD by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Some of Ashe County's volunteer firefighters are asking for a return in next year's county budget of fund­ ing allocations cut from the 06-07 budget, and one of the county's largest subdivisions, Stonebridge, is seeking help with emergency services and homeowners insurance. The Stonebridge board of directors notes that residenc­ es within a five mile radius of the Fleetwood Fire Depart­ ment have a lower insurance rating than those outside that radius, which pay al­ most twice in homeowners insurance. Most of the neigh­ borhood is under the West Jefferson fire district but not within the five-mile range of the department. The only en­ trance to Stonebridge is from Laurel Creek Road, which is within the Fleetwood fire dis­ trict. As the first department contacted for any incident within the Stonebridge sub­ division, Fleetwood Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department has offered to build, equip and man a substation closer to Stonebridge to cover the entire development within the five mile range and allow for a lower insurance rating for homeowners. Gary Lowder with the Stonebridge Subdivision board of directors will ad­ dress this issue with the com­ missioners at 4 p.m. on Mon­ day and present a petition signed by a majority of the property owners requesting Fleetwood VFD be designat­ ed to serve the entire commu­ nity and that a fair portion of the community's tax revenue be assigned to Fleetwood to develop and maintain the substation and serve as first responder to Stonebridge. These and other requests will be heard by the Ashe County Board of Commission­ ers at their Monday, April 16 meeting. The meeting begins at 3:30 p.m. at the county courthouse in Jefferson. Other items on the agenda include: 3:35 p.m.: Tax Adminis­ trator Keith Little with the monthly tax report. 3:45 p.m.: Social Services Director Donna Weaver with the 2006 Year End commu­ nity Child Protection team report. 4:15 p.m.: Lee Denny with Pond Mountain Fire Depart­ ment requesting funding consideration in next year's budget. 4:30 p.m.: Eric Gilley with Warrensville Fire Depart­ ment requesting funding consideration in next year's budget. 4:45 p.m.: Carol Coul­ ter and Carl Tuttle with a request for assistance for Mount Jefferson Child Devel­ opment Center. 5 p.m.: Ed Hammitt, ex­ ecutive director of the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic, with a proclamation for Na­ tional Uninsured Week. 5:15 p.m.: Eric Grig with questions regarding the Junk Materials, Junkyards and Abandoned Motor Vehicles Ordinance. 5:30 p.m.: Larry Ballou with a resolution regarding Custom Medical Products Initiative for Ashe County ADAP. 5:45 p.m.: Paul Aulback with alternative wind energy sources. Items under general ses­ sion include discussion on Special Obligation Bond Is­ suance for the county land­ fill project and a resolution in recognition of National County Government Week. for Saturdays only. There is no fee for the Wednesday market. Up to two vendors may share a space, but parking is limited to one vehicle per space. Addi­ tional space for vendor booths is being made available in the grassy area behind the farm­ ers market by the property owner, First Baptist Church of West Jefferson. The church is also allowing vendors to park in the church lot, and the town has agreed to allow parking on the street between the church and farmers mar­ ket on Saturdays while the market is open. Painting of the market structure is taking place this week and sponsor signs will be updated. Discussion at Tues­ day's meeting of the farmers market vendors committee included adding a "barn quilt" and sign with logo to the struc­ ture. The new market has a public restroom that is main­ tained by the town during the week. The restroom will be maintained by the farmers market on Saturdays. All items sold at the farm­ ers market are grown, pro­ duced or made in Ashe Coun­ ty. Anyone interested in more information about the farmers market can call the Extension office in Jefferson at 219-2650. An official dedication of the new farmers market shelter will take place the weekend of June 8 in cory unction with the town's first Gallery Crawl, and will feature music and special activities. Market continued from front page state, county and town re­ sources and private dona­ tions. As the market has grown, the job of management be­ came more difficult for the volunteer vendors and the USDA prohibited the sale of food items not prepared in a commercially approved kitch­ en. A grant was obtained for the creation of a commercial kitchen at Family Central, available to vendors wish­ ing to prepare food items for sale at the farmers market, and funds were made avail­ able for the hiring of a mar­ ket manager. The market was awarded a Kellogg Grant for this year under the Project for Public Spaces designed to create community centers and enable those centers to attract people to visit. The grant pro­ vides $10,000 for the market manager and $5,000 for mar­ ket improvements and adver­ tising. Today, April 13, is the deadline for market manager applications through the Em­ ployment Security Commis­ sion. Shepherd explained to the aldermen that in order to ob­ tain the Kellogg Grant, the market had to show financial support for its operation and the continuation of the mar­ ket manager position. The market vendors discussed the issue and approved a fee structure. There is a $20 an­ nual fee to register as a ven­ dor. There were 25 spaces sold at $175 each for one year. The vendors purchasing these spaces will have their space reserved at all times, but if the vendor is not in place by 7:30 a.m. on market day the space may be used by another market member unless a prior arrangement is made between the vendor and market man­ ager. There is a $5 fee for each unreserved space (approxi­ mately 11) under the shelter SHOWTIMES Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM Theatre Two Movie schedule for April 13-19, 2007 irarai •IG1G1G ilGIGIE 1G1G1E ^GJG IE1G1G1G1G BWG1G1G 1G1G1G1E1G w o r k s h oyp s Wedtiesdayy April 18 r FREE ENTERTAINMENT • FREE ART ACTIVITIES Saturday, April 21, 2007 9 am to 2 pm West Jefferson School A Full Day Celebration of the Arts! Call 846-ARTS for more info Branch Manger, Jennie Bare presents Bunny and Basket of Goodies to Gillian Winterton uiimui winierton. Winner of the Giant Easter Bunny and Ba at the Mt. Jefferson Branch of Yadkin Va Bank. She registered for her grandsor Adrian Winterton. Gillian and Adrian!! "THE SEVEN WHISPERS" & "ONCE UPON A TIME" Get a taste of... White Hart Woods ART, DREAMWORK tk SELF-AWARENESS call 336.246.3600 to register also offering Massage & llotlywork by Liz Rogers 313 Mt. Icffcrson State Park Rd„ West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.whitehartwoods.com �JEFFERSON FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 PAGE 6A POST RE L I G I O N Masters winner buoyed by his faith, marriage by Erin Roach Baptist Press FORT WORTH, Texas (BP)—Zach Johnson, the man who rose from obscurity to wear golfs prestigious Green Jacket as winner of the Mas­ ters, accepted Christ at First Baptist Church in Orlando and is characterized by the man who led him to the Lord as a "man after God's own heart." The day before Johnson won the tournament April 8, J.B. Collingsworth, president of the Marriage and Fam­ ily Matters ministry, sent the golfer a text message of Psalm 16:8: "I have set the Lord al- ways before me. Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken." Collingsworth first encoun­ tered Johnson in 2002 as a pastor to couples at First Bap­ tist Orlando. Johnson was dat­ ing a church member named Kim Barclay, and they were beginning to discuss the pos­ sibility of marriage. Zach and Kim married in February 2003, and he contin­ ued to work on his golf career. Collingsworth didn't see John­ son again until 2004 at a Bible study on the PGA Tour. "I was sitting there and saw this guy come in, and the light was sort of glaring on his The Carmen Bass Family Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 246-2979 Visit With Us This Sunday Special Music Each Evening Everyone is Welcome Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 "Join us in worship to Christ" North Beaver Baptist Friendly Grove Baptist Church "And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them'[ Luke24:50 Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" (Episcopalian) (336) 246-9512 9:00 a.m. Early Warship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Format Worship Service Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Warrensville United Methodist Church 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship - 11:00AM Visitors become family Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Friendship Baptist Church IhOOam A 6:00 pm Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Wr would love to have you come worship with us. 115 East Main St.. Jefferson, NC Evening Worship 6:00 pin, Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Sunday School 9:45a.m. Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson. NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M 10:00 a.m Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting Buck Mountain Rind Wen Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Sunday School • 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Services • 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. .1 Life Worth Living!" We invite vrm to join us for a God centered. family worshipping experience 846-3954 Non-Denominational Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Grumpier. NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Senic.e• 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Seivice • 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00PM. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience Mt. Paddy Church Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Pastor: Tim Rolen Worship Times: Billy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Worship • 10:30 A.M. Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Worship •//:00 AM Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study • 7:00 P.M. 846-7481 We hu\ e a nursery and children churches available Seventh-Day Advcntist Church of Warrensville J Pastor: Kevin Morgan W , Rev. J.F. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 Smalt St. (just ofJEtut Main), Jtffmon, NC (336)246-9642 Family Time Fellowship • 9:30AM Sunday School-IO00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11JJ0AM Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Welcome Home Baptist Church Rev. David GrfUMll • 982-2080 Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m. __________ 'Come as you are, you wiffbe loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rd jefrerwm, NC Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 10:00 a.m. Cornerstone Fellowship Barnett St. • West Jefferson Hwy 16 S. al Glendtile Springs Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Nursery provided for all services Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Services: Sunday- School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! 221 Brunei(St., (Off Buck Mm. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a m. Sunday School - JO:00 am Sunday Worship Service - Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Minister Creighton Beatty 'A Church focused - on faith, family A thijuiure" Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Jefferson United Methodist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30p.m. WEDNESDAY-Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry. Mtn Ministry. Teen Time) Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship Services en Espahol 8:30AM and 11 :00AM 6:00PM Sabados trlas - 6:00PM Family Time - 9:30AM Wednesday Bible Study Clases de ESL Sunday School - 10:00AM 6:45PM Servicios aJas - 7:00PM Worship at 11:00 a.m. Christian Church Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. • Preaching -11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Preaching - 6:00 p.m. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer A Outreach) Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldntountain@skybMt.com 164 Big Piney Creek Road • Lansing, NC 384-9124 • Cell: 977-4648 Deep Ford Rd., Ixtnsing Sunday School 10:00AM MONDAY • Sutulay Evening Worvhip • 7;0Opm Wednesday Evening •*? Aftpm I Big Flatls Baptist Church Beaver Creek Pastor Dougtas Hardin • 877-9075 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 am. Sunday Morning Worship Service • 11:00am fl Yes. I am interested in an in-home Bible study Name: Address: City: Zip:. Phone: State: Mail Request to: WJ Church of Christ, P0 Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Baldwin Community Church Raid Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Pastor: Johnny Johnson Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 [J Yes. I am interested in a correspondence course by mail Call 336-246-9073 for more information Relhel SefiGSicUe fiapttit GlutAclt Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church I 1 BRING YOUR YOUTH GROUP Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. k_ It is our whole duty in life to do all things God's way. People must realize that doing things their way instead of God's way gets them nowhere. Doing things God's way will help us out in the long run. The way to heaven is by obeying the ways of God. There are many that claim to be following the ways of God but in reality they are simply serving their own bellies. Matthew 7:21-23, "Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. Many will say to me in that day. Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works. And then I will profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity." We cannot go by what we think or by our ways. Isaiah 55:8-9, "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts." Sometimes people have good intentions of doing things God's way but fail to do so because of pride. We must remember that God's word is the only way we are to follow. When doing things God's way we must be a hearer and a doer of His word. It is not good enough just to be a hearer. Matthew 7:24-27, "Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock. And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock. And everyone that heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand: And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell: and great was the fall of it." A wise person builds their life upon the rock by hearing and doing things God's way. A foolish person is simply does what they want, instead of doing things God's way. The road to heaven is doing things God's way and it is up to us to do them. We can not go about doing things our way. The world would be a better place if people would just simply do things the way God would want them done. So let us do things God's way. Douglas Frazier R -i April 15 - April 18 at 7:00 pm Comer of FawRoland A McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West • Left on McNeil. One Block) BI B L E TO THE The Wav of God Rev. Neil Hatfield 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron God the credit," Collingsworth told BP. "It kind of blows me away to see that." (West Jefferson Church of Christ) Guest Speaker Assemblv of God Church to put him in a position where a lot of people heard him give honor to the Lord and give BACK Bellview Baptist Church 2679 NC Hwy 113 Laurel Springs, NC 28644 I'aslor George Norris 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC "I just believe that he was a man after God's own heart, and I think God chose this time REVIVAL Wltan/t J/<>" f We wish to thank you for your support in our time of sorrow with the loss of a loved one. Your love, presence, flowers, foody cards, money and prayers are greatly appreciated. May God Bless each and every one of you. face. I couldn't really see him well but he just kept smiling at me," Collingsworth said. "I thought, 'I know this guy.' As soon as it was over; he came barreling over to me and said, 'J.B, J.B! I'm Zach Johnson. Do you remember me? I was in your prep for marriage class and I accepted Christ in your class. I'm now speaking in churches and sharing my testimony and telling people what Christ has done in my life.'" When Johnson edged golf legend Tiger Woods to win the Masters on Easter Sunday, Collingsworth said he wasn't surprised. 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School- 10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Smcthport Independant Baptist Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main A Ivy Streets. * Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 4 v Saturday Evening Mass 5:00rst English A 7:00ru Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Sundav School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 P astor James 194 and 88 Writ. Smcthport, NC Swulay Niglit Services 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Sen ice 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise West Jefferson United Methodist Church : B6-982-94I0' KN burnt font,.Pastor Office Phone Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th> • 7:00PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Youth Services - Sunday • 4:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van IVansportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-077-1009 www.wjumc.net i i To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. Jefferson -Hut 246-6077 jp JEFFERSON POST Ashe County Builders Supply 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 'Complete Line of Building Supplies" 336-846-7164 Old Hwy 221-S. Beaver Creek • Wen JefTcnon 336-246-3367 Fax: 336-846-7165 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. 141 Lyalle Lane, Jeffereon, NC (Juet off A6he Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-962-9621 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street 'West Jefferson, NC Mountain Aire Steakhouse Commercial and Residential VANNOY Hwy 16 h 163 Intersection 502 Jefferson Ave. 336-246-8806 TZJPCHEVROLET BILL HART ('.OXSTItnTIOX Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling &Trackhoc Work PO Box 972 • West Jefferson. \< Home: 336-246-HART (4278) 336-246-6482 Fax; 246-6402 Mt. Jefferson Oil We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 Owner/Manager • David Miller 608 W. Main Stmt • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 tow r.Mto9>«w Umtrr* rviww H&W Oil Company The Jewel Shoppe 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE • 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Your full 8ervlcoN Company CITGO JeHcrnon, NC Call 848-8241 336-246-4155 Ronnie Kwik Lube, Inc. 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West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings I IUSERS Open toi Lunch & Dinner Now Open for Sunday Lunch 336-246-5222 • Downtown WJ 108 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson /BROWN PONTIAC BUICK Hwy 421-Boone, NC (jMC 828-264-9051 _ www.msckbrownlnc.com <2>0Wamebl» •O J boto. BO&ETE Kulota, 9etc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap. NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com We Build Your Home Q/ I Y"> The Way Yow Want It HOMES www<ciassjchomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • I620 NC 163-E West Jefferson. NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Senate bill would make insurance rates soar North Carolina Department of Insurance Special to the Post RALEIGH—Insurance consumers could see higher rates under legislation re­ cently proposed in the North Carolina Senate. Senate Bill 901would eliminate In­ surance Commissioner Jim Long's authority to set rates. "The insurance ratemaking system proposed in this legislation is almost guaran­ teed to result in higher rates for North Carolina citizens," Long said. "The system we have here in North Carolina has worked well for 50 years. Clearly this is a case of'if it ain't broke, don't fix it'," he said. Currently, North Caro­ lina has the 5th lowest auto insurance rates and the 20th lowest homeowners insur­ ance rates in the nation. In the current system, citizens are protected in two ways: one, by having an in­ surance commissioner who recognizes exorbitant and unnecessary rate changes and denies rate hikes when they are not necessary; and two, by the commissioner understanding that insur­ ance companies still must be allowed to make enough profit to remain in business. "It is important for consum­ ers to have affordable rates and also to have plenty of stable and competitive com­ panies to choose from," said Long. "The current system strikes that balance fairly. Why change a system that works well for consumers and the companies?" As the law now reads, if the insurance industry feels the rates Commissioner Long ordered are too low, they can appeal to the Court of Appeals and then to the North Carolina Supreme Court. But every time the in­ dustry has appealed, they've lost. "This just proves that the ratemaking system is fair. Just like other parts of our government there is a checks and balances sys­ tem in place, but Senate Bill 901will eliminate that sys­ tem," Long said. If Senate Bill 901 is ap­ proved, insurance compa­ nies in North Carolina will be able to charge consumers whatever rates they choose while making it extremely difficult for the Commission­ er of Insurance and the state insurance department to dispute these rate hikes. Of­ ficials at the Department of Insurance believe this pro­ vides an unfair advantage for the insurance industry and is against the interest of North Carolina customers. Senate Bill 901 also: • Shifts the burden of proof to Commissioner of Insurance — contrary to all other judicial protocol, the Commissioner of Insurance will be charged with proving that a rate hike is not war­ ranted, rather than the in­ dustry having to prove that they need higher rates. • Removes limitations for auto and workers' compen­ sation rate filings — Sen­ ate Bill 901 allows for mul­ tiple filings in a year, which means that consumers could face several rate increases in a calendar year. • Allows for immediate rate change — the filed rates would go into effect immedi­ ately and would remain ef­ fective unless the Commis­ sioner disputes the filing and a special judge agrees with the Commissioner. • Allows companies to charge rates that are higher than the maximum approved rates. While the current system works well for consumers and insurance companies, the proposed system in Sen­ ate Bill 901 benefits only the insurance companies. Commissioner Long wants citizens to be aware of this proposed legislation and understand its potential im­ pact on their pocketbooks. "If Senate Bill 901 passes, you will almost certainly be paying more money for your insurance," he said. "Speak up now and let your sena­ tors know that you do not support changing the way insurance rates are set." Senator contact informa­ tion is available on the Gen­ eral Assembly's Web site, www.ncga.state.nc.us/GIS/ Representation/. For more information about Senate Bill 901 and how it changes the current ratemaking sys­ tem, visit the Department of Insurance's Web site, www. ncdoi.com/901. Rep. Cullie Tarleton reports on Raleigh by Rep. Cullie Tarleton N.C. House RALEIGH, April 5—My colleagues and I announced a plan this week to help increase the number of high-school graduates in North Carolina and made very important ap­ pointments to the University of North Carolina Board of Governors. We also took time to recognize the remarkable season of the national cham­ pion men's basketball team from Barton College. Thank you as always for al­ lowing me to share this infor­ mation with you and please let me know if I can be of any service. EDUCATION Speaker Joe Hackney, along with other leaders in the House, announced the start of an initiative to improve the state's high school graduation rate by setting up pilot pro­ grams that will serve as mod­ els for other schools. A recent report showed that about 30 percent of the state's students aren't graduating within four years of entering high school. The House plans to set aside money this year for the pro­ gram and has set a goal of a 100 percent graduation rate. This is a high priority for me. In today's knowledge based global economy the VERY minimum one needs is a sol­ id high school education. We need to improve the gradua­ tion rate in both Watauga and Ashe County. The House appointed eight people to the University of North Carolina Board of Gov­ ernors, the policy making board for the state's 16 public universities. Ronald Leatherwood of Waynesville, former Robeson County schools su­ perintendent Purnell Swett and former Fayetteville May­ or Marshall Pitts were elect­ ed to the board for the first time. The House also elected five incumbents: Brent Barringer of Cary; Charles Hayes of Sanford; G. Leroy Lail of Hickory; Gladys Ashe Robin­ son of Pleasant Garden; and Priscilla Taylor of Chapel Hill. The House approved a measure that would give school systems more schedul­ ing flexibility. Under the bill, the State Board of Education could grant waivers for edu­ cational purposes to school districts that want to start before Aug. 25, the date set in state law. The bill must now go to the Senate. HEALTH Smoking around most buildings in the University of North Carolina system would be banned under a bill sup­ ported by the House Health Committee. The bill allows ex­ emptions for the University of North Carolina Health Care System and medical buildings at East Carolina University. The measure wouldn't apply to private businesses within the 100-foot buffer zones. The measure now goes to a House judiciary committee. ENVIRONMENT A new report from the En­ vironmental Review Commis­ sion recommends that North Carolina spend as much as$25 million dollars over the next 10 years to find better ways to produce fuel from plants. The report also suggests that by 2017 10 percent of the state's liquid fuel should come from crops grown in the state. Cur­ rently, the state uses 5 billion to 6 billion gallons of petro­ leum based fuel in a year. The report also recommends the creation of a biofuels commis­ sion to work on policy, guide research and coordinate ef­ forts in the public and private sectors to make and market biofuels. NATIONAL CHAMPIONS Members of Barton Col­ lege's championship men's basketball team visited our chamber this week and were welcomed with great enthusi­ asm. Barton trailed the reign­ ing national NCAA Division II champions from Winona State by seven points with 40 seconds remaining in the game and staged a remark­ able comeback to win 77-75 on a basket scored as time expired. Barton, based in Wil­ son, finished the season with a 31-5 record and won their last 21 games. With Appala­ chian's national champion­ ship in football, both current football and basketball Divi­ sion II champions are North Carolina schools. We should all be very proud. Please remember that you can listen to each day's ses­ sion, committee meetings and press conferences on the Gen­ eral Assembly's website at www.ncleg.net. Once on the site, select "audio," and then make your selection - House Chamber, Senate Chamber, Appropriations Committee Room or Press Conference Room. Work is getting underway in earnest on the new budget. Among the things I think the Governor under budgeted for was our state employees. His budget contained a 2.5% in­ crease which I hope we can increase. I'd like to see at least 5%. Our state employees pro­ vide a valuable service to our state and I want to see that they are fairly compensated. I continue to receive phone calls and emails about the mailer many of you received from the State Board of Real­ tors. The mailer was designed to scare you into believing that Raleigh wants to tax the equity you have in your home with a so called Home Tax. That is simply NOT TRUE. No one in Raleigh, least of all me wants to tax the equity we have in our homes and there is no Home Tax bill. Many county commissions across the state have asked for the authority to create a land transfer fee but ONLY with a vote of the people in that county. As a taxpayer myself, I'm looking for ways to cut, NOT increase taxes. Speaker Hackney has named me to serve on the Agriculture, Environment and Energy Committee of the National Conference of State Legislatures. Many of you have request­ ed one of the new 2007 North Carolina maps. If you'd like us to mail you one, please email me at culliet@ncleg.net or call my office at 919-773-7727 and we'll drop one in the mail. Here are a few of the bills I either sponsored or co-spon­ sored this week. For a com­ plete list, please go to the General Assembly web site. House Bill 670- Allow Na­ tional Guard Post Exchanges House Bill 1076-Allow Fee Waiver/UNC & Community Colleges House Bill 1114- Law Offi­ cers' 25 year retirement House Bill 1296- US 221 Construction funds for Ashe County House Bill 1307- Reenact Chiropractic Provision House Bill 1277- Drivers License Revocation for ABC Violation House Bill 1335- 4-H Camps/Conference Funds Thank you for giving me the privilege of serving you in the North Carolina House. Global warming course offered The New River Earth In­ stitute is offering a brand new discussion course to the com­ munity. The course covers a very timely topic and empow­ ers members to contribute so­ lutions to our planet's humaninduced climate crisis. Global Warming: Changing C02urse is a four-session class that will give people positive options in the face of such a seemingly daunting task. The three main goals of the course are for participants to explore personal values and habits as they relate to cli­ mate change, to understand the history and science of global warming, and to learn how to take action to curb global warming. The discussion topics lor each week are as follo^s:«VF •SESSION COURSE—Communities around the world are expe­ riencing the effects of global warming. This session ex­ plores personal responses to climate change and why soci­ ety has been slow to respond •SESSION 2—COLLI­ SION COURSE—To better understand the complexities of global warming, this ses­ sion breaks down the history and science of global climate change, and identifies our participation in this ecologi­ cal crisis. •SESSION 3—CHANG­ ING COURSE—Although global warming is a daunting issue, there are accessible and significant actions we can all take. This session explores new strategies for addressing climate change and considers personal action to mitigate the effects of global warming. •SESSION 4—SETTING A NEW COURSE—What will it take to create a sustain­ able future? Explore our indi­ vidual and collective power to shape an effective response to climate change, enabling fu­ ture generations to meet their needs. Community members are encouraged to attend the course that will be held at the classroom of Ashe Memorial Hospital in Jefferson. The one-hour meetings will be on Sunday afternoons at 4:00 pm starting April 15th. There will be no session on Moth­ er's Day. Participants can call 336-246-2166 for more information or they may just show up for the first session. The only charge involved is $17 to cover the cost of the textbook, and books may be shared. More information is also available online at the Pediatric Dentist Starting in April Specializing in Children Ages 1 - 16 Pulpal (i ! 'Sp0CerS Wilkesboro, NC Call for Appointment 336-903-1234 Andy Patton 425 East 2nd St., West Jefferson 846-4196 pattona1@nationwifto.com We Support the NC State Highway Patrol Caisson Unit Nationwide On Your Side Auto Home Life Business Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. We Insurance issued by Nationwide We Insurance Company. Home Office: Columbus. OH 43215-2220. Nationwide, the Nationwide Framemark and On Your Side are federally registered service marks of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. 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Jefferson Road 246-9700 Northwestern Bank www.NwesternBank.com Member FDIC �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAINMENT Chamber music at the Ashe Arts Center The Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center will be filled with the beautiful sounds of cham­ ber music on Friday, April 13 at 7:30 pm. The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to present an intimate evening of flute, piano, guitar and cello performed by the Blue Ridge Chamber Players. This is the third visit by the BRCP to Ashe County. They are headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina and have come together to perform chamber music and celebrate the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The players in­ clude a large diverse group of classical musicians that per­ form together depending on the repertoire. The featured performers for this perfor­ mance include: Shirley Gilpin, Nick Lampo, Mary Lowder and Robert Teixeira. Joining the performance will be Da­ vid Crowe, a North Carolina composer. He will narrate his "Red Oak Suite" which was composed in 1997 for flute, guitar, cello and piano. There will be selections for flute and guitar and three selections for cello and guitar. Robert Teixeira first gained recognition as one of twelve guitarists selected to per­ form at the Guitar Founda­ tion of America's 1987 inter­ national festival. Two years later he received a Master of Music Degree from Florida State University and moved to North Carolina to contin­ ued his studies with worldrenowned pedagogue, Aaron Shearer. Since moving to Charlotte in 1999, Robert has appeared as a soloist with the Charlotte Symphony Orches­ tra and the North Carolina Dance Theater. David Crowe has had a varied musical career as con­ ductor, composer, and educa­ tor. From 1985 to 1994, He has collaborated with Gram­ my Award winning storyteller and musician David Holt to create a program of music and stories for children and families, which is performed by symphony orchestras throughout the U.S.A native of New York, Crowe began his musical life as a percussionist. He studied mu­ sic and conduct­ ing at Binghamton University, New England Conservatory of Music, the Pierre Monteux Domaine School, and the Conduc­ tors' Institute in Columbia, South Carolina. David lives in Char­ lotte, where he has done sev­ eral musical and educational projects for the Charlotte Sym­ phony, Chil­ dren's Theatre of Charlotte, the Mint Mu­ seum of Art, Discovery Place, and the Blumenthal Perform­ ing Arts Center. Mary Lowder received her Bachelor's and Master's De­ grees in Piano Performance from the Peabody Conserva­ tory of Music of the Johns Hopkins University in Balti­ more, Maryland. Mary moved to Charlotte in 1990. She served as accompanist for the Oratorio Singers of Charlotte from 2000-2005 and is cur­ rently the accompanist for the Festival Singers of Charlotte and organist at First Baptist Church of Mount Holly. Native of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Shirley Gilpin studied flute at Oberlin Conservatory and graduated with the Bachelor of Music degree from Hartt College of Music and received her Master of Music degree from the Manhattan School of Music. Currently she teaches at Queens University of Char­ lotte and works extensively BLUE RIDGE CHAMBER PLAYERS as musician-educator with the Symphony as part of its MusicaLiniks school partner­ ship initiative. Still residing in Davidson, Shirley and her husband, Jim, are owners of a farm in Sparta, NC. Formerly with the Char­ lotte Symphony, Nick Lampo has performed as principal cellist with the Jacksonville, Fla Symphony and the Or­ lando Fla Symphony. For the past twenty four years he has pursued a career in informa­ tion technology management while maintaining a private teaching studio at Queens University in Charlotte. Nick continues to perform in cham­ ber music concerts and is cur­ rently principal cellist with and board chair for the Char­ lotte Civic Orchestra. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at the Ashe Arts Center. For more information or tickets please call the arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. Amadeus presented by the Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to present The Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada's full-length pro­ duction AMADEUS. This sto­ ry ballet will be performed on Tuesday, April 24 at 7:30 pm at the Ashe Civic Center. Conceived and choreo­ graphed by Artistic Director Igor Dobrovolskiy, the ballet was created to mark the 250th Anniversary of the birth of Mozart. Amadeus weaves the music of Mozart and Salieri with a gripping plot and larg­ er than life characters. The story explores envy, greed and heartbreak. The ballet traces the life of Mozart through his music and examines his isolation by joyed several years at Moun­ tain View Elementary and this year has moved to the Gym at the West Jefferson Elementary. All the popular activities will be returning including face painting, rov­ ing entertainers including Chaz the magician, balloon sculptures by Chris Carey, juggling and mime by JEF and the Magical Minstrel of Music and Mayhem. The pet­ ting zoo and the youth talent show will also be apart of the daylong celebration. Movin' With Arts will be the theme of Spring Fest this year. Hands on activities will Practice courtesy when fishing (MS) - Fishing is a popular pas­ time in this country. Regardless of the type of fish you're seeking, it is important to employ good stew­ ardship in and around the coun­ try's waterways. Here are some pointers to keep in mind: • Control litter and practice a carry-out policy. Whatever trash you've accumulated should be carried with you and placed in a proper trash receptacle, not thrown into the water. • Know the rules and regula­ tions of a specific body of water. Certain restrictions may be placed on type of watercraft permitted, correct bait and fishing gear, and 4K include painting, clay, weav­ ing, printmaking, silk screen­ ing quilting and more. Pizza, nachos, cookies, drinks and more will be available for hungry festival participants. Spring Fest will entertain and open your eyes to new ex­ periences with the arts. This event is free for young and old. Spring Fest is support by a Grassroots Arts Program Grant from the North Caroli­ na Arts Council, a state agen­ cy and sponsored locally by the Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil. For more information please call the Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. Please reserve a spot when tickets are purchased. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. All seats are reserved at the Ashe Civ­ ic Center. Tickets are avail­ able in advance at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone with a credit card. This concert is made possible by a Tour­ ing/Presenting Performance Series Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, the Southern Arts Federation, The National En­ dowment for the Arts, and with special funding from cor­ porate sponsor, Ashe County Board of Realtors. For more information or tickets please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. ASHE Ashe Arts Council Spring Fest moves to new date and venue It is Spring Fest time again! This Arts Council spring tra­ dition has move to a new lo­ cation and is early this year. Spring Fest will be Saturday, April 21 at the West Jefferson School Gym. In the past the festival fell on the first weekend in May. This year the festival was moved up to accommodate more students who will be involved in both Very Special Arts and Spring Fest. Very Special Arts will take place on Friday, April 20 and will be day of fun for exceptional students and adults. The Spring Fest event en­ a society that accepts the mu­ sical works but not the com­ poser. The Atlantic Ballet The­ ater of Canada is a profes­ sional touring company. This unique company features eight classically trained solo­ ist dancers from around the world. The Company creates original ballet-theatre pro­ ductions that merge intense emotion with choreographic artistry. A special pre-performance talk will be held at 6:15 pm prior to Amadeus. Join the company members for a be­ hind the scenes look at the ballet and story. This bonus opportunity is at no extra charge but seating is limited. 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Join a Park Ranger at the Wagoner office 10 a.m.: Sibling Ashe Memorial Free Classes are offered to children 2-6 years of age, designed to prepare them for the arrival of a new baby broth­ er or sister. Call 846-0734. to learn proper lifejacket selection, emergency life saving techniques, and water basics. Bring your kids and get prepared for the summer. Inclement weather will cancel program. For more information call New River State Park at 336-982-2587. Free to the public. Please call the park office for more information about this or any other programs that we offer. 336982-2587 5 p.m.: The Ashe County Noon: Overlook Questions? Meet at first overlook between 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. Do you want to know more about the park's animals? Have you ever want­ ed to know some of the names of the mountains west of Mt. Jefferson? Bring the kids and make a paper snake and get to see real animal skulls. Meet the ranger anytime between Noon and 2 p.m. Democratic Headquarters will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to 1 p.m.: Birding the High Country with the Blue Ridge Birders in the Lower Level of Ashe County Library. Learn: How to Identify Birds,What Equipment is Needed, Where to Find Birds in Local Area,How to Attract Birds to Your Yard, and About the Blue Ridge Birders and Their Activities. Free! All persons, regardless of experience level, are wel­ come to learn about this enjoy­ able hobby and opportunities for birding in the mountains of Northwest N.C. & Southwest Va. come by and visit. 6 p.m.: Lansing American Legion and Auxiliarywlll meet at Smokey Mt. Barbeque for their monthly meeting and a dutch-treat meal. 7 p.m. Come and see what the Lord is doing at Ashe County Worship Center. Youth and young adults will be sharing their testimony. Hear about salvation, deliverance and much more. We are located at 683 Ray Taylor Rd. For more information email Steven Mullis at reverendhc4c@yahoo.com 6 p.m.: Miss Ashe County Pageant will be held at Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson. Divisions for Tiny 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Sheets will be the visiting speaker. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend Miss, Little Miss, Junior Miss and Miss. Entertainment by visiting queens and Dancin' Debbies. Tickets are $6 for adults and free for children age 3 and under. For informa­ tion, call Pageant Director Lisa Osborne at 246-1504. 7 p.m.: Revival at Fairview Baptist Church on Old 16 in Grassy Creek April 8 - April 13. Guest Minister will be Carroll Flannery. Special singing nightly. Pastor Galvin Jones and congregation invies every­ one to come. 7 p.m.: Revival at Rich Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Russell Sheets will be the visiting speaker. Pastors and Congregation invite everyone to attend Saturday April 14 Sunday April 15 8 a.m. - noon: SNOW DAY.The Annual Spring Bazaar and Yard Sale will be held at the Creston Methodist Church 11 a.m.: " Revival at Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene - April 15 -18. Fellowship Hall located off Three Top Road across from the Creston Fire Department. Good collection of clothing, collectables, etc. All proceeds are to benefit the four church­ es of the Creston Green Valley Methodist Charge. 8 a.m.: Fundraiser yard sale at Mt. Paddy Church, 822 Hwy 88 west. To help raise money for our youth breakfast. 9 a.m.: Warrensville Baptist Mission Day for youth from 9:00 am to noon. 10 a.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Party will hold their Annual County Convention at the party head­ quarters in West Jefferson. Keynote speeaker will be Class at Hospital. Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday - Wednesday services at 7 p.m. Evangelist: Rev. Mike Daughtry, Pastor from Kings Mountain Church of the Nazarene. Special music each evening. All are invited to attend. 11 a.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 1 p.m.: Luther Rock Nature Hike. Meet at Picnic Shelter 1 p.m. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecological interconnec­ tions and energy exchangers that make life possible on Mf. Jefferson. We will offer a vari­ ety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Wear stur­ dy shoes 2 p.m.: The High Country Post Polio Support Group will meet at Watauga Medical Center, New Auditorium, 336 Deerfield Rd, Boone, N.C. For more information, Call: Kathryn Pennell at 336-8771154 or Shelby Duane at 828495-9371 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 2 p.m. Tom Dooiey. Meet at Picnic Shelter- at 2 p.m. Join a Western North Carolina native as he relives the last days of the North Carolina legend, Tom Dooiey. Did Tom Dooiey murder Laura Foster in the Shadows of the Blue Ridge? The infamous story will be accompanied by songs to include the "Ballad of Tom Dooiey." Participants should meet at the Park Picnic Shelter All programs are free and open to the public 6:30 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will hold revival services nightly beginning Sunday, April 15th at 6:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Brother Tommy Wurth. There will be special singing each night. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival Services at Wagner Baptist Church, April 15 - 18. Guest speaker will be Rev. Kent Eller, with spe­ cial singing nightly. Rev. Steve Viers and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Valley Church, 6:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. will have thier monthly meeting, at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 7 p.m.: Revival at Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene. Evangelist: Rev. with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Monday April 16 Mike Daughtry, Pastor from Kings Mountain Church of the Nazarene. Special music each evening. All are invited to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival Meeting April 16 through April 20 at Shelter Baptist Church. Located from Hwy 16 to Shelter Baptist Church Road (on the right) Evangelist will be Rev. Sonny Thomas, Pastor at Calvery Baptist Church. Special Singing each night. The pastor and people of Shelter Baptist Church give a special wel­ come to be with us. 7 p.m.: Revival Services at Wagner Baptist Church, April 15 - 18. Guest speaker will be Rev. Kent Eller, with spe­ cial singing nightly. Rev. Steve Viers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Tuesday April 17 6 p.m.: The New River Behavioral HealthCare Consumer and Family Advisory Committee will meet in Watauga County. The meeting will be held at the N.C. Agriculture Extension Agency Conference Room. For more information, please call the Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Liaison at 828-264-9007 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. 6 p.m.: Everyone is invit­ ed to attend the monthly Republican Party meeting. The meeting will be held at 6 N. Jefferson Ave. (former­ ly Chamber of Commerce Office). If you have any ques­ tions please call 384-9120. 7 p.m.: Learn how to "Get Back on Track" with herb­ al remedies from Master Herbalist Judy Saunders, MA, CRA, CI, MH of Indiana, 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will hold revival ser­ vices at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker will be Brother Tommy Wurth. There will be special singing each night. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing during a workshop free to the public at the Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson. Appointments for personal discussions to take place at Nation's Inn can be made for April 18 and 19. For more infor­ mation, email Judy Saunders at jspreventionl @cs.com. 7 p.m.: Revival Meeting April 16 through April 20 at Shelter Baptist Church. Located from Hwy 16 to Shelter Baptist Church Road (on the right) Evangelist will be Rev. Sonny Thomas, Pastor at Calvery Baptist Church. Special Singing each night. The pastor and people of Shelter Baptist Church give a special wel­ come to be with us. 7 p.m.: Revival at Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene. Evangelist: Rev. Mike Daughtry, Pastor from Kings Mountain Church of the Nazarene. Special music each evening. All are invited to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival Services at Wagner Baptist Church, April 15 - 18. Guest speaker will be Rev. Kent Eller, with spe­ cial singing nightly. Rev. Steve Viers and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will hold revival ser­ vices at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker will be Brother Tommy Wurth. There will be special singing each night. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist continued on page 10A F" i < u s 2007 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. p.m.: Baptist Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 7:30 Springs Home llEa Smart ( br h a . / it d y teEfifflaii Ml CAUINC All WRTJEIRH0N Once upon a rttme (pri! II, ($67 Gindee <A,loia UHMS c((v /mm // looeayou// x diJte and tTami/y Garland Baker ANNOUNCES THE OPENING OF HIS NEW LAW OFFICE at 607A South Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-846-8686 Specializing in Criminal Defense, Drug Offenses, DWI, Traffic Offenses, Trials in State and Federal Courts Years of Experience as Prosecutor and Defense Attorney fiUinUHR!! BECOME A BUJINEU CHAMPION! WW PMIBI! HAVE HIMH FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: VICKY MOODY AT H6-M6 «« I Ill Illlllllllll Illlllllllllllllllll Illllllll | Be sure to attend the West lefferson | | Locomotion Trail Kick-Off at the | Ashe County Arts Council on Saturday, April 21st at 8:00AM �PAGE 10A FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Historical Society's Ninth Annual Family Gathering April 20-21 continued from page 9A Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road In Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Wednesday April 18 9 a.m.: The Ashe Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will be sponsoring a jewelry sale in the hospital cafeteria from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursday April 19, 2007 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. 10:30 a.m.: The Ashe County Retired School Personnel (RSP) will meet at Smokey Mountain BBQ. This meeting will include a time of informal discussion about our organiza­ tion. All retired school person­ nel are encouraged to attend. 11:30-1p.m.: ACT Against Cancer Community Meeting: Come and help plan Ashe County's educational and sup­ port sessions to assist in the fight against cancer. Volunteers needed for Women-ln-Touch to help newly diagnosed breast cancer survivors navigate the complex seas of treatment and to help educate young women about the need for self breast exam, clinical exam and if over 50 mammograms. Dutch Treat lunch at Morning Star Resturant. Call the Office of Ashe Healthy Carolinians at 846-0781. 7 p.m.: Revival Meeting April 16 through April 20 at Shelter Baptist Church. Located from Hwy 16 to Shelter Baptist Church Road (on the right) Evangelist will be Rev. Sonny Thomas, Pastor at Calvery Baptist Church. Special Singing each night. The pastor and people of Shelter Baptist Church give a special wel­ come to be with us. 7 p.m.: Revival at Jefferson Church of Mt. the Evangelist: Rev. Mike Daughtry, Pastor from Kings Mountain Church of the Nazarene. Special music each evening. All are invited to attend. Nazarene. 7 p.m.: Revival Services at Wagner Baptist Church, April 15 - 18. Guest speaker will be Rev. Kent Eller, with spe­ cial singing nightly. Rev. Steve Viers and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will hold revival ser­ vices at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker will be Brother Tommy Wurth. There will be special singing each night. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will hold revival ser­ vices at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker will be Brother Tommy Wurth. There will be special singing each night. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Friday April 20 3 p.m: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3:00 pm until 4:30 pm. Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 5 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 7 p.m.: The Historical Society's Ninth Annual Family Gathering will be held 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton April 20-21 at the Ashe County Library. Kick off Friday Night at 7 p.m. features mountain music by the inimitable Herb Key and Wayne Henderson. Sattureday's program includes a discussion about preserving Southern rural cemeteries, a discussion by Dr. Pat Beaver and author John Inscoe about the Civil War in the mountains, Sam Shumate's discussion of his Warrensville memoire, The Bridge Crew, and a discussion about the Ham(m) surname in Virginia and North Carolina by three members of the Hamm family. This event is free to the public. To register and receive a brochure, call Lonnie Jones, (336)384-3188 or Carol Williams, (336) 877-2281 Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Thursday April 19 7 a.m.: The Ashe Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will be sponsoring a jewelry sale in the hospital cafeteria from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. 7 p.m.: Enjoy a night of music featuring Jeff Little, Steve Lewis, Josh Scott and Wayne Henderson. Tickets and seating are limited, so please call DeAnna Lewis at (828) 964-3930 to reserve your seats. Adults are $10 and children under 12 are $5. Proceeds benefit the Relay for Life organization raising funds to fight cancer. 7 p.m.: Revival Meeting April 7 p.m.: Revival Meeting April 16 through April 20 at Shelter Baptist Church. Located from Hwy 16 to Shelter Baptist Church Road (on the right) Evangelist will be Rev. Sonny Thomas, Pastor at Calvery Baptist Church. Special Singing each night. The pastor and people of Shelter Baptist Church give a special wel­ come to be with us. 16 through April 20 at Shelter Baptist Church. Located from Hwy 16 to Shelter Baptist Church Road (on the right) Evangelist will be Rev. Sonny Thomas, Pastor at Calvery Baptist Church. Special Singing each night. The pastor and people of Shelter Baptist Church give a special wel­ come to be with us. 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will hold revival ser­ vices at 7 p.m. nightly. The special singing each night. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Saturday April 21 The Historical Society's Ninth Annual Family Gathering will be held April 20-21 at the Ashe County Library. Kick off Friday Night at 7 p.m. features mountain music by the inimitable Herb Key and Wayne Henderson. Sattureday's program includes a discussion about preserving Southern rural cemeteries, a discussion by Dr. Pat Beaver and author John Inscoe about the Civil War in the mountains, Sam Shumate's discussion of his Warrensville memoire, The Bridge Crew, and a discussion about the Ham(m) surname in Virginia and North Carolina by three members of the Hamm family. This event is free to the public. To register and receive a brochure, call Lonnie Jones, (336)384-3188 or Carol Williams, (336) 877-2281 Sunday April 22 All walkers are encouraged to attend and team pictures will be taken. For more infor­ mation call The Ashe County Chamber of Commerce, The Ashe County Arts Council or the Office of Ashe Healthy Carolinians at 846-0781 11 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist 1 Church will have a special 1 singing on Sunday morning at i the 11 a.m. service with Solid Rock siniging. 9 a.m.: A program on "Reconlzlng Early-Onset of Mental Illness In Children and Adolescents" will be 2 p.m.: Earth Day Hike US i 221 Access Community Building. Meet a Park Ranger at the Community Building at the US 221 Access. We will take a nature walk and discuss plants and animals seen along the way. Hike is approximately 1 mile long. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Free to the public. Please call the park office for more infor­ mation about this or any other programs that we offer. 336982-2587 held at Watauga High SchoolMedia Center in Boone from 9 a.m. until noon. This communi­ ty education event will provide information to parents and educators on recognizing early onset of mental illness and how to link up with appropriate services. Speakers will include a parent, a young adult con­ sumer and mental health pro­ fessionals. Components of the program include: Early warn­ ing signs, Family response, Consumer experience of mental illness in highschool, Effective interventions and a Question and answer session. The program is co-sponsored by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and New River Behavioral HealthCare. For more information contact Francine Barr at 828-2635654. Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 7 p.m.: Earth Day, Meet at first Overlook, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Enjoy an evening of astronomy, animal stories and other fun night time activities including a short video about meteors. Bring a chair or a blanket so you can sit back and relax. The 4-H Ashe Youth Connection Advisory Council would like to rec­ ognize all of our volunteer mentors who serve as a positive influence in the lives of our community!syouth during Volunteer Appreciation Week (April 15-21, 2007). Without their will- ; ingness to offer their time and ef- i forts, our program would not be pos- ! sible. A big thank you to all of the AYC volunteer mentors. 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Wrestling All Star Promotions presents: Wrestling at the Family Central Gym. Main Event: WASP Title Match: Rick Karloff/ Radical vs. Bruiser Graham. WASP Tag Title Match: The Southern Express vs. The Orient Express. And The Gripper vs. Prisoner X. Free admission with 2 cans of Food. Doors open at 7 p.m. The food donated benefits Ashe Really Cares. the West Jefferson Downtown Pedestrian Trail. Plan now to come and celebrate with fid­ dlers, artisans and the West Jefferson businesses prior to the start of Ashe County Springfest at West Jefferson Elementary School. Great early morning music and an opportunity to sign up for a 4-week Walking Challenge. Free Pedometers to the first 250 walkers to sign up for the program! 5 new sidewalk artworks have been installed at the 1/5 points in the trail. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. EASIER. QUICKER. TOUGHER. FOR THOSE F H WHO WANT MORE C IV® THE ENFORCERPROFESSIONAL ZERO-TURN RIDER guest speaker will be Brother Tommy Wurth. There will be wvrM.cubcommtrci4l.com ZERO INTEREST. ZERO DOWN PAYMENT. SEE YOUR INDEPENDENT RETAILER FOR DETAILS. 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Certain limitations and restrictions apply at products are m Cub Cadet Commercial products are intended for professional use.! •ions are subject to change without notice Images may i ict dealer inventory ar t as rated by engine manufacturer lir-KWERWIAf tt IMcH reteH selling price Actual seflir ry based oni C b xd E u C i e COMMERCIAL. V M M V I ( O M T J O I 982-4060 ; 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 8a.m.-9 a.m.: Fit as a Fiddle on the Locomotion TrailSpecial kick-off celebration of : YOU CAN'T GET ANY BETTER" YOU CAN'T GET ANY BETTER." 1 I ' �FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 Husky softball, baseball, and women's soccer are traveling to North Surry tonight for a three-sport conference showdown with the Greyhounds. JV/Varsity Softball 4:30/6:30 p.m. JV/Varsity Baseball 4:30/7:30 p.m. Women's Soccer 6 p.m. The Track teams will be competing in the ASU Invitational tomorrow at Kidd Brewer Stadium This week in Husky sports Baseball wins with a comeback by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Huskies' baseball teams hosted the Surry Central Golden Eagles in a tough and heated conference game. The Huskies gained an early 1-0 lead, but a deadly inning by the Golden Eagles placed the Huskies in an 8-1 deficit. The Huskies remained mentally in the game and scored a combined eight runs in the fifth and sixth innings to finalize the 9-8 victory over the Golden Eagles. The Huskies opened the game by shutting out the Golden Eagles in the top half of the first inning and took advantage of the situation. In the bottom half of the inning, the Huskies were able to connect on pitches and knocked in a run to take the early 1-0 lead over the Golden Eagles. The Golden Eagles responded by taking advantage of base runners in the second inning. With a runner on third and first base, the runner on first attempted to steal second. The catcher for the Huskies, Darron Dotson gunned the ball to second base but a miscommunication by the fielders denied the out at second base for the Huskies and permitted the runner from third to score to tie the game at 1-1 as the game progressed into the bottom half of the second inning. The Huskies appeared to have a promising situation in the bottom half of the second inning with the bases loaded and two outs against the Huskies. Following a pitch by Surry Central, the Golden Eagles' catcher fired a throw down the first baseline and a controversial call by the umpire retired the third runner of the inning against the Huskies. The close play took a tough toll on the Huskies and downed their spirits heading into the third inning. The Golden Eagles took full advantage of the down trotted Huskies and by batting around the entire line up, the Golden Eagles scored a striking five runs to claim a 6-1 lead. Once the Huskies ended the Golden Eagles streak, the Huskies were unable to produce any offense during the bottom half of the Photo by Michael Graybeal Jake Miller starts his wind-up during a pitch while earning the win against the Golden Eagles Tuesday. third inning and the game headed into the fourth inning with the Golden Eagles appearing to be in command. The Golden Eagles continued their attack on the Huskies during the top half of the fourth inning when they were able to add two more runs to their team total to have a combined team score of eight runs compared to the Huskies one run. The Huskies again drew blanks during their offensive portion of the inning by not scoring any runs and the game still appeared to be in the Golden Eagles' control. However, a strong defensive inning for the Huskies in the top half of the fifth inning allowed the Huskies to gain momentum that was carried into the bottom half of the fifth when the Huskies were at bat. The Huskies took advantage of the momentum and after a few mistakes by the Golden Eagles' pitcher, were able to get on base. The base runners for the Huskies carefully advanced around the bases, and prior to the inning being concluded, the Huskies crossed one run over home plate to narrow the Golden Eagles' lead to 8-2. The Huskies' defense continued to carry the momentum into the top half of the sixth inning and once again shutout the Golden Eagles to create another offensive at-bat for the Huskies. Although the Golden Eagles possessed what appeared to be a commanding six-run lead, the Huskies strong offensive lineup had the potential to piece together a game-altering inning at any point in the game. The Huskies pounded the Golden Eagles' pitcher to create frustration in their team. The frustration was encouraged by the Huskies' continual success at the plate and Surry Central's coaches refused to remove the struggling pitcher and the pitcher continued to Golf finishes sixth, Scott is second by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Huskies Men's Golf Team traveled to Mt. Airy Country Club for a conference match. The Huskies finished sixth out of seven teams as a team. Trey Scott led the Huskies with a 38 on nine holes and finished in second place overall for the tournament. Cody Collins from North Surry posted the lowest score of the match with a round of 37. Scott is currently second overall on the season in the conference for the Huskies. Scott is yet to post a score outside of the 30's for a round of nine holes. Coach Kevin Miller commented on the team by stating: "All the players are working hard and practice very hard. I appreciate that they are putting in a good effort." The Husky qualifiers were Trey Scott, Jeremy Davis, Amos Vannoy, Matt Reed, and Cam Vogler. The team will return to action on April 16, next Monday when they travel to Yadkin Country Club for a dual host match by Forbush and Starmount. Due to the match being a duel host, the match will consist of an 18hole round. The Huskies will then travel to Stone Mountain Golf Club on the following day and will round out the conference play on April 23 by hosting a conference match at Mountain Aire. Photo by Michael Graybeal Dustin Absher awaits the pitch during the Huskies 9-8 victory on Tuesday evening. struggle. With a struggling opposing pitcher, and momentum, the Huskies strung together hits, fielding mistakes by the Golden Eagles, and precision execution on the bases to score a monstrous seven innings to take a one-run lead. With only one more inning remaining to be played, the Huskies possessed an 8-7 lead and were three outs away from the victory. In the top of the seventh inning, the Golden Eagles faced a tough situation. If they did not score a run, then the game would have been ended with the Huskies winning 9- 8. If the Golden Eagles scored one run, then extra innings would be necessary. However, unfortunately for the Golden Eagles, the Huskies held them scoreless in the top of the seventh inning and the Huskies claimed the monstrous come from behind victory. Brandon Miller was the starting pitcher for the Huskies and pitched two innings. Jake Miller was called on to relieve Brandon and earned the win for the Huskies. Jake pitched four innings, struck out four batters, walked five, and gave up two hits and two runs. In the seventh inning Dustin Absher was called in to relieve Jake and Absher earned the save with one inning pitched. Absher struck out two batters and allowed two hits in the final inning of the game on the way to the 9-8 victory for the Huskies. At the plate, Kyle Guyton led the Huskies with a .750 average with a three out of four performance. Guyton had one run, three RBIs and a double. Luke Dotson, Dustin Absher, Phillip Walter, Josh Ferguson, and Darron Dotson each recorded an RBI during the comeback victory for the Huskies. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter County) defeated Austin Warren (North Surry) 6-0, 60; #4 seed: Chris Lyall (Ashe County) defeated Tyler Davis (North Surry) 6-1, 6-1; #5 seed: Chase Smith (Ashe County) defeated Dylan O'Neal (North Surry) 6-1, 63; #6 seed:Anand Patel (Ashe County) defeated Steven Krause (North Surry) 6-1, 6-3. In doubles competition: #1 pair: Krider/ Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Hiatt/ Krause (North Surry) 8-2; #2 pair: Lyall/ Smith (Ashe County) defeated Warren/ Davis (North Surry) 8-0; #3 pair: Alex Wolfe/ Alex Graybeal (Ashe County) defeated C.J. Hunter/ Mason Midkoff (North Surry) 8-2. In exhibition matches, Justin Miller from Ashe County defeated Michael Morgan from North Surry by a score of 8-4. Jake Giles paired with Devon Childers for another Ashe victory in exhibition with a doubles victory over Tyler Stone and J.W. Potts from North Surry with a 6-1 victory. The tennis team will return to action next Tuesday when they travel to North Wilkes to face the Vikings. Tennis blanks Greyhounds The Huskies Tennis Team traveled to North Surry on Tuesday April 10 to face the Greyhounds from North Surry in a conference match­ up. The Huskies were able to easily defeat the Greyhounds as they cruised to an easy 90-team victory. In singles competition: #1 seed: Jake Giles (Ashe County) defeated Shaylon Hiatt (North Surry) 6-1, 6-1; #2 seed: Will Krider (Ashe County) defeated Paul Krause 6-0, 6-0; #3 seed: Ricky Pelton (Ashe 12U AAU boys finish second Got-ya Gobbler e Photo courtesy of Laura Bowers Photo courtesy of Beth Miller Garrett Miller killed this gobbler on Saturday, April 7, this was Youth Day for Turkey season. The gobbler had a 9.5 inch beard on it. The 12U Ashe County Lightning Boys' basketball team was in action in the Salisbury HoopfestTournament on March 31 thru April I.The team's record was 2-2 for the weekend before playing in the championship game.They lost to the Salisbury Kings with a final score of 4234. Each player received a runner-up medal. This team is coached by Zeb Gambill, Brantley Price and Jeff Bowers. The players are Anthony Federico, Cole Price, Jordan Johnson, Sam Bowers, Seth Sheets, Nehemlah Stafford, Tucker Goodman, Jordan Spell, Anderson Moore, Eli Gambill, and Hawkens Flanagan (not pictured). �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS High Country Soccer Camp Spring 2007 Trout Derby Winners June 18-20 9 a.m.-noon Directed by Richard Gill, ACHS Head Soccer Coach Ashe County High School Soccer Field Boys and Girls that are rising 4th thru 9th graders Camp Goal- To teach the basic fundamentals of soccer, and lay a framework for future players while having a great time with the sport of soccer Cost- The cost of the camp is $50 which includes a camp T-shirt, a limited insurance policy and lunch after each camp day *Checks should be made payable to 'High Country Soccer Camp' Trophies and Awards will be give out during the last day of camp What to bring- Shin guards, cleats, and water bottle 1st Place Luke Barker 22" 41b Rainbow Trout 2nd Place Chuck Burgess 20 W 31b 6oz. Rainbow Trout 3rd Place Tim Endy 18" 21b lOoz. Brook Trout Parks & Recreation would like to thank their sponsors: Bojangles, Buffalo Hunting & Fishing, Mail registration and release forms to: Richard Gill 121 Wicker St. West Jefferson, NC 28694 Mountain Outfitters and Wal-Mart. n Registration Form Player name: Age: School: Grade in Fall '07: Parent(s) name(s): Latest New River Archery results Men's Open 1. Jerry Whittington- 309 2. Mike Chandler-308 Men's Unlimited 1. Randy Mahaffey-304 Address: Seniors 1. Clarence Roten-328 Home Phone #: Work Phone #: Emergency Contact Name and #: Open Trophy 1. Joey Daniels-320 2. Shannon Green-312 3. Darrell Dyson-305 T-Shirt Size- Adult Sizes (Please circle one): X-Small Small Medium Large Men's Bowhunter 1. Jeff Banks-259 Ladies Open 1. Pat Lett-266 Young Adult 1. Byron Burrell-275 Traditional 1. David Sigman-268 Next Shoot Date May 5&6 Latest MVAC standings Reported by Butch Whitesell Men's Tennis Through games as of April 9, 2007 Conference W L SURRY CENTRAL ASHE COUNTY WILKES CENTRAL STARMOUNT FORBUSH NORTH WILKES NORTH SURRY Season W L 6 5 4 1 1 1 0 10 7 8 1 2 2 0 1 2 2 2 2 5 7 1 3 5 2 4 6 9 Softball Through games as of April 9, 2007 Conference W L FORBUSH ASHE COUNTY STARMOUNT SURRY CENTRAL WILKES CENTRAL NORTH SURRY NORTH WILKES 4 5 4 2 1 1 1 Season W L 9 8 7 5 2 4 1 0 1 1 4 4 5 5 0 4 3 6 12 7 10 Women's Soccer Release Form Through games as of April 9, 2007 I hereby authorize the staff of 'High Country Conference W L Soccer Camp' to act for me according to their best judgment in any emergency requiring medical atten­ tion, and 1 hereby waive and release 'High Country Soccer Camp' from any and all liability for any injuries or illnesses while at 'High Country Soccer Camp'. I have no knowledge of any physical impair| ment that would be affected by my child's participa­ tion in 'High Country Soccer Camp'. FORBUSH STARMOUNT WILKES CENTRAL ASHE COUNTY SURRY CENTRAL NORTH SURRY NORTH WILKES Season W L T 5 0 8 0 2 4 2 7 3 4 2 8 5 3 2 5 5 2 2 3 4 7 1 1 6 1 7 0 6 0 10 1 Player Name: Parent/ Guardian Signature: Date: J Photo courtesy of Randy Mahaffey Joey Daniels (right) prepares to shoot as "Super Senior" while Clarence Roten looks on. Baseball Through games as of April 9, 2007 Conference W L "Girls Got Game" Basketball Camp June 26- June 28, 2007 9 a.m. - Noon For Rising 1st Grade Girls thru Rising 8th Grade Girls CAMP GOAL The purpose of Girls Got Game camp is to develop and improve basketball skills in a hard-working yet fun environment. Girls Got Game camp is open to any girl entering the first through eighth grade. WHO IS ELIGIBLE COST The cost of the camp is $50, which includes a camp T-Shirt, limited insurance policy and lunch after each day of camp. If you register at the door, the camp fee will be $60. LOCATION The camp will be held in the gymnasiums on the campus of Ashe County High School.. WHAT TO BRING Participants are required to wear only court shoes. Participants may also want to bring extra money for concessions, which will be sold each day during break. SPECIAL INFORMATION Participants will not be allowed to chew gum in the gyms. Trophies will be awarded to winners of Hot Shot, Free Throws, One on One competitions, and Photo courtesy of Mike Miller dribbling competitions for younger players. REGISTRATION INFORMATION $20 Non-Refundable Deposit due by JUNE 1, 2007 The remaining balance will be due on the first day of camp. Please mail registration and release forms, along with $20 deposit to ... "GIRLS GOT GAME" Basketball Camp ATTN: Laura Foster PO Box 450 FORBUSH SURRY CENTRAL WILKES CENTRAL NORTH SURRY STARMOUNT ASHE COUNTY NORTH WILKES Season W L 4 4 4 3 3 2 1 9 7 9 7 4 6 5 1 2 3 3 4 5 6 4 6 6 4 10 6 8 For All Your Golf, Work G Utility Needs West Jefferson, NC 28694 Checks made out to "Girls Got Game" Basketball Camp 'Register at the door on the first day of camp. The camp fee will be $60. Brochures and Registration Forms are available m Q Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. 310 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson at each elementary school, Ashe County Middle phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 brgcuvi($carthlink.nct School, and Ashe County High School. Monday - Friday HAH) am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment IWATE1 On March 31, William and Lucas Miller, sixth graders at Blue Ridge Elementary trav­ eled to Fayetteville, NC to participate in the AAU South­ ern Championship wrestling tournament held at Crown Coliseum. Lucas wrestled In the 100 pound weight class defeating his first opponent from Roa­ noke, Virginia with a 19 sec­ ond quick pin. IN the semifi­ nals, he faced Ian Callahan of Cary, NC and won with a final score of 5-1. Lucas then defeated Cody Farrington for first place from the Virginia Beach area in the finals with a score of 8-2. Lucas' record for the season was 41 wins and 3 three losses. William wrestled in the 112 pound weight class. He started out with a 29-second pin against an opponent from Georgia. He had a bye the next round and in the finals faced a tough opponent from Georgia. William won the match with a two-point reversal In the final minute and ended the season with a record of 45 wins and one loss. Interested in being an umpire for the Ashe County Little League? — n Then you should attend the meeting on Thursday, April 19th at 7:00pm at Family Central. For more information call: Jeff Walters at 846-1783 or 977-9430 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 What Recessed Lighting Can Do for You When it comes to lighting, people often focus on the fixture style - contemporary, traditional and retro are among the most popular - but experts from the American Lighting Association say to truly decorate with light, you should be paying more attention to what the light source is doing. "A lot of people think wall scones and chandeliers are great ways to light a room, but the reality is they are not very good light sources. They can, however, be used as a layer when you are decorating with light," says Steve Schwartz of ELCO Lighting in Vernon, Calif. When people come to him looking for recommendations on how to incorporate decorative lighting into their homes, he always offers the following advice: "Start with ambient light and go from there!" A1 Thomas, CLC of Seattle Lighting Design says ambient light can come from any number of sources - wall scones, pendants or lamps to name a few. "They dispel the darkness, add warmth to a room and provide the foundation layer of light for a room. Once you have that first layer down, then the next step is to turn to recessed for task, accent and wall lighting." Developed in the 1950s, recessed lighting created the ability to light a space from above the ceiling plane. This innovative idea changed the future of lighting used in both homes and commercial spaces and is still one of the most important architectural tools in lighting design. Today, recessed lighting fixtures are being used to create dramatic effects in every room in the house. In the living room, they can spotlight a painting on the wall or a piece of furniture; in a hallway, they can create a scalloping effect as you walk; in the kitchen they are replacing the typical center fixture and providing more functional task lighting where needed; and in bedrooms and cozy corners of dens, they are being used as reading lights. "The possibilities offered by recessed lighting are truly endless," says Jim McCarthy of Cooper Lighting in Peachtree City, Ga. "I love how you can use it to do pretty much anything you want to do. It's the true workhorse of the lighting industry." Bob Wedekind of the recessed division of Lightolier, headquartered in Massachusetts, says when done right "recessed lighting will be very discreet. It will draw attention to the item you're illuminating. Not the fixture or source of light." Here are just a few examples of what recessed lighting can do: * Make crystals shine. When you walk into a foyer, your eyes PAGE 3B any number of spaces. Depending on what you want to illuminate, you have access to warm or cool light, ambient or direct light, whatever you need," says Wedekind. Thomas agrees that it is important to choose the right bulbs and fixtures. For example, a low voltage MR16 will make a granite countertop shine, he says, while a typical R30 reflector will not. If you want to bring out all the colors in a piece of artwork, use an MR16 bulb. An R30 would skew towards warm colors only. "Aperture size is also a consideration," points out Thomas. "In a small powder room, you'd want to use a smaller aperture recessed can, while in a great room, the larger aperture would work fine. " To learn more about how to decorate with light, log on to the American Lighting Association Web site: www. ainericanlightingassoc.com and click on Enter Consumer Site, then Lighting Your Home and you will find a lot more information. Courtesy of ARAcontent are instantly drawn to a crystal chandelier with incandescent bulbs, even though it is not producing much light. McCarthy says this is because as the light given off by the recessed lights above criss­ crosses, it cools off the light source, making the crystals sparkle. * Enhance a display of collectibles. When you look into a china cabinet in the dining room, the collectibles inside shine and/or sparkle under the recessed lighting casting down on them from above. * Define spaces. You can have a large great room and use the recessed fixtures to define various spaces, like a seating area or game area. * Illuminate vertical surfaces or wall washing. This will give the illusion of a larger space. If you put somebody in a room with dark walls, they will feel a sense of confinement. Light up those same walls and it will feel more spacious, more open. "Recessed lighting offers the ability to properly illuminate Give Your Kitchen Cabinets and all your Wood Surfaces a New Lease on Life Just in Time for Spring When Vicki Lewis decided her 15-yearold kitchen make it herself. c a b i n e t s were beyond salvaging, she startedpricing new cabinets and quickly discovered that replacing her cabinets would be too expensive. But she was not ready to give up. She was tired of looking at her worn, ugly cabinets. "Moisture from the coffee maker had damaged the surface of the overhead cabinet. The finish on the door to the trash can was completely worn off and streaked with dirty fingerprints, and the panels next to the dishwasher were just too disgusting to describe," says Lewis. She began looking for a less expensive way to make her cabinets look like new. After spending years searching for a simple product that would clean, moisturize and renew her cabinets, she finally concluded that the only way to get what she wanted was to So Lewis immersed herself in the strange new world (for her, anyway) of chemistry, pursuing a product that would make dry, dull, waterdamaged wood look new again without leaving behind any oil or build-up. She wanted a product that would also keep the wood looking great for a long time. After consulting with woodworkers and antiques dealers (not to mention testing a multitude of different recipes), two formulas emerged as winners. Lewis introduced Touch of Oranges Wood Cleaner and Touch of Beeswax Wood Preserver Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI Mt. Jefferson Mortgage 126 Roby Poe Road (336) 982-6020 Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a home loan? Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home'.' Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homebuycr with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. There are no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. 100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. Mt. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. Closing costs arc the same as a loan without a government guarantee. Reliable income and good credit arc required. If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. in 1986, and they have been lifesavers for homeowners ever since. To restore penetrates the wood surface; wipe with a clean terrycloth towel to remove any excess oil. Cabinets should be retreated every six months to k i t c h e n keep them looking great. "We found there was a need cabinets, simply spray Touch of for products that enabled Orange Wood homeowners to retain and Cleaner onto protect the investments they the surface, had made in high-quality and wait a few wood cabinets," says Lewis. minutes for "Most people don't realize the formula to that even brand new cabinets penetrate and require protection if they are moisturize the to last." Customers discovered other wood. Lightly rub with 0000 uses for the products as well. grade steel For example, Lewis heard wool in the direction of the from someone who had used grain, and wipe with a soft the wood cleaner to restore terrycloth towel; repeat if a worn-out, dreary section of necessary. O n c e her first two products, Lewis has expanded her line to include dozens of wood care products, as well as cleaning, cooking and health products. She still places a high value on quality customer service and proudly stands behind her products. "If customers are not completely satisfied, we refund their money, no questions asked," she says. To buy Touch o f Oranges and Touch of Beeswax, call (800) 867-2643 or visit www. TouchOfOranges.com. Courtesy of ARA Content hardwood floor. The results were so impressive that they did every floor in the house. "Just don't add a slippery coat of beeswax to your floor," cautions Lewis. The products have become favorites of antique dealers and fans of fine wood furnishings as well. "Antique dealers like these formulas because there is no silicone in our products" notes Lewis. Furniture takes on a natural glow and luster that bring out the best qualities of the wood. Based on the success of "Put Your Trust In Number One" Ontuo^i cabinets are clean, 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Business 336-246-2664 INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED p r o t e c t Real EMalc for Your World by them applying a thin coat of Touch of Beeswax W o i) (I Preserver. I,eave it on for a few hours or overnight so that it pa s Main Street 5 Discount •Toile Curtains •Jabot Sets • Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quills & Shams to match •Tablecloths • Large Variety of Curtains •Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads •Comforters ™ and 0 Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity J154225. 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This charm­ ing, cedar sided home has a stacked stone fireplace and open LR & kit/dining area. Enjoy the modern amenities w/a rustic mountain feel. $321,000. OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM YOUR BUSINESS HERE ON FRIDAYS! 2 Columns x 3 Inches Call or come by and see Geraldine about this GREAT DEAL! 336.846.7164 Minimum One Month Commitment real estate or related businesses Real Estate pages ONLY *Per Run LINE - HWY16N - Charming Farm­ house featuring 4BR/1BA, 2 fireplaces, workshop & pasture area on 6.96 acres. Renovations ongoing and included in the price. Must see to appreciate! 2 additional acres available adjoining this property. See agent for details $249,000. Land Listings: J153003. PEACEFUL LAKEFRONT PROPERTY surrounded by nature's beauty. Steps from the back patio lead all the way to the lake. Enjoy fishing or dock­ ing from your own pier. This home offers seclusion and a gorgeous view. Home is equipped with ADT security system. JUST REDUCE0! $180,000. J154273. LOT #38 INDIAN LAKE ESTATES - Very nice, 1.14 acre, lot on top of Indian Lake Sub., a place to get away from the hustle - bustle. $65,000. J153429. LOTS #371-#372 - NIKANOR - Two adjoining wooded lots (#371-#372) in Blue Ridge Manor, Nikanor. $7,800 Adjoining lot #373 Is also for sale. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 hcrii • i �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST AIRPLANES! Airplanes have become a regular way of life. Millions of people board airplanes each day without even pondering what life would be like without them. But there was a time, not so long ago, that travel by air was not possible for humans. This was a luxury reserved for birds and insects. Men have dreamed of flight for as long as they have been on the Earth. Evidence of this has been found in stories and drawings that date back to ancient times. Men have manufactured wings, constructed gliders, attached explosives to chairs, and have even designed aircrafts for thousands of years. Many different people, at different times, and in different places all have had the same ideas about airplanes. For this reason, it is hard to say who actually invented the airplane. Orville and Wilbur Wright, two brothers from Dayton, Ohio, have the most well known story of the early aircrafts. The bicycle makers made one of the first manned aircraft flights in 1903 in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. But as early as the 1800's, men were creating gliders and airplanes that would contribute to the world of aviation. In 1890, a man by the name Clement Ader built a self powered aircraft. In Germany around the same time, Otto Lilienthal made major contributions to aviation as well. It is safe to say that dozens have helped propel us to where we are today! Airplanes are aircrafts that are heavier than air. An example of an aircraft that is not heavier than air would be a hot air balloon. Airplanes have fixed wings, and are able to fly in the air due to the engine. The power of an internal combustion engine pushes the plane through the air. This is called 'thrust'. It is able to stay in the air due to the air that passes over the wings. This is called 'lift'. And though there are many different types of aircraft, and even different types of airplanes, this is the basic principle for your modern commercial jet Airplane Arithmetic Airplane Crossword Time! Below in Column A are 4 solved math Wright Brother's Word Search Find the words hidden in the puzzle below. problems. Each problem is missing it's Solve the puzzle using the clues below. operation. Draw a line from A to B to the operation that matches each problem. Paper Airplane Column B Column A Flying Contest! U E Q I T D A G Y E Q U R Have a contest with your ' friends using the directions below! you will need: 1 sheet of paper per contestant, a tape measure, an open area, one extra sheet of paper, 1 pen. How to Hay; 1. All contestants take one sheet of paper and fold their paper airplane AH planes can be different designs if desired. 2. On a separate paper, make two columns; one with all players names and one I Z K for their airplane's distance. 3. Go to an open area. One at a time, fly your airplanes as far as you can Measure it's distance with the tape measure, and record it on the paper. The one that went the farthest wins! Across Clues: 1. Bicycle maker brothers famous for first flight. 4. This keeps a plane in the air. 7. A heavier-than-air aircraft. ;A!AA'IRWO'PPV:G'QNS:V SUV 11. This woman attempted to fly around the world. 12. This pushes a plane through the air. L N D U O I T W D M Y M V Z E T A F P 3. 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C O L I E U D F F E S C J V SW I V S F F H U N Y X N D K U R H R K A M M G I G T T O L O H D T R G A Y X L K G O V C H G E C N G V G B N L X H N Air Clement Ader Kitty Hawk Sky Airplane Flight Lift Thrust Words: Airport Glider Orville Wright Wilbur Wright Amelia Earhart Insect Otto Lilienthal Wings Did you know that 5. The German aviator that made advances to X V D I O F D H W T V B M O B S F R C T F E O SW M L T R O P R I A M U P W G L V C B A V K I W G J S M D R J H I L L C R A N J X D L L I F T Z D T C E B N E G K P Y MW V U Z N I A E A R H A R T T NW R I L M E W T Z S Y G RW D A Y O I K H Q P I J H R U S T I A L N A T M I T H K G A W D X W L Q V T I K S T M X L J B R T P O Q F Z C Z J T Y G A L Y P O E H/<Wen Kidsbit! Down Clues: 2. Flying machines made before airplanes. 10. Ancient I O S V Z K L Q X W R F B L Y L L G P U E L Z V X O A A D T Z G A B M P J K Y V X •• AA x n n oia r x zN s A Xi M O OMH Q d O I a A S1V I XA A Special Thank You To All Our Sponsors! 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All the piles of clutter are fill­ ing your life with stress and this stress is hurting your body and spirit. Many people suffer from chronic illness. Immune dis­ eases: Stress and guilt are contributors to these ill­ nesses. My mother has had Rheumatoid Arthritis for 20 years. I have studied this dis- What are we doing to our children? They are growing up in a home that they are unable to have their friends over to play and do school work. They don't want anyone to see how they live. They are embarrassed by their home. Do you know what happens, they end up playing at some­ one else's home and you won't we fully aware of their activi­ ties or even worse you keep them se­ cluded in their own home. You are keeping secrets and these cluttered secrets are going to be the death of you and your family. Now let's look at our mar­ riages. We have insulated our lives from the love that we need to survive. 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WE BUY CLEAN USED VEHICLES!! $27,995 II $31,888 $17,488 $17,995 2006 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited P3129 $369/month 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid P3094A $369/month ,500 $21,500 $21 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 Quad P3155 $31,888 I 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel D9191A $33,900 All payments and prices include $2,(XX) cash down or trade of equal value plus tax, tag & doc, AOC on approved credit. APR terms vary depending on miles and model. Call dealer for details JP* Star Winner For Customer Service Just above Wal-Mart on the right lh rr—* Highway 421 • Wilkesboro © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. 2003 Mitsubishi Galant P3108A $159/month $5.995 THE and flies with swallow's wings, Kings it makes gods, and meaner creatures kings. 2004 Dodge Neon J8836B $149 /month . OBSERVATION DECK 'True hope is swift 2000 Dodge Caravan C9220B $133 /month $5,995 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX D9160A $179 /month 2006 Chrysler Sebring P3117 $159 /month For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her Hew York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. usec| oar Extravaganza $5,995 $8,488 suffocating your true spirit. If you will release this clutter, you will find the peace and health that you have been yearning for all your life. It is not just a matter of wanting peace. We have been WANT­ ING all of our life. This is a matter of actively working to­ ward our goal of a clean and peaceful home. It's Time for you to FLY! Empire Chrysler Jeep Dodge 2003 Ford Taurus D8770D $133/month ease and it is a result of an immune system going crazy. Many other diseases have the same basis: FibroMyalgia, Lupus, thyroid problems, and some types of diabetes. There are colds, flu, sore throats and allergic reactions that are also caught because our immune system is not work­ ing well. The stress that is in our lives from our clutter, our chaotic homes, and our hectic lives is slowing and painfully killing us. Are you prepared to die this tortured death? Do you want to sit on the side­ lines while your husband and children enjoy life without you, while you sit home and suffer with this clutter drain­ ing your life's energy? This clutter pushes your family away. Your home should be a safe haven for you and your family, but when it is cluttered all of you find ways to be away from home. You dread walking in the door to face this wall of stuff and undone jobs. Let's face it, it is guilt. So you enroll your chil­ dren in extra activities, any thing to get away from this guilt that surrounds you at home. You all know what I am talking about. With our lives filled with this clutter, we are unable to have anyone over. You all know the C.H.A.O.S. Can't Have Anyone Over Syndrome. This pushes the people we love away. It also keeps us from taking care of things we need to have fixed: Leaky faucets, heating prob­ lems and stopped up drains. We are ashamed to have any­ one in the house to fix them, because of our clutter. I had one member that would not call an ambulance because she was too afraid that if they saw her mess, that the driv­ ers would report it to Depart­ ment of Social Services and they would take her children. riage. I don't care how strong your love is, clutter whether it is your husband or yours is stealing the affection you have for one another. Fights, harsh words and even aban­ donment have slipped into this once loving relationship. Do you want this? Are you ready for Peace? The answer is within each of you. Your clutter is 29¥ID # Vm m ^^^mf^mB ^mi^mk m SALES HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. • Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. SERVICE & PARTS HOURS: mm jMMnKMmMi H/MHH CHRYSLER • JEEP • DODGE 1-877-781 -4110 Lot #2 336-903-1076 Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • Saturday 8:00 a.m.-Noon ASK FOR ~ Tim Harrold-Ganeral Manager • Michael Wyatt-F&l Manager Internet Sales - Scott Watts and Josh Harrold Jeff "J.J." Joines—Used Car Manager Sales Manager—Chris Sheets Sales and Leasing Representatives - Jamie Marion. Matt Wyatt. Al Martinez. Randy Snyder. Frank Garcia, Roger Elch www.empiredodge.com �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy "TmssIFJED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday • Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 120-Schools & Instruct HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified© jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE. All real estate advertising In this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HU0 toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number lor the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found: Male Cat, orange & white, in Graybeal Hollow area, off Little Laurel Rd. in Creston, Call 385-9077 if this is your cat. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost: Navajo Necklace2 strand, silver plated, turquoise & coral. Not expensive but has great sentimental value. Lost in the Boone/West Jefferson Area. Call 336-385-6531 with any information. 90-Elderly Care Hiring Experienced Caregiver for flexible schedule to drop by (visits-not a sitter) weekends: Friday through Monday in Lansing. Leave name and number at 336-384-4757. 140-Help Wanted LICENSED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ALLEGHANY, ASHE & WATAUGA COUNTIES High Country Health Care - Home Health currently has an opening for a full or part-time, experienced, licensed Occupational Therapist to serve the agency's tri-county area (Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga Counties). Applicants must have a current North Carolina Therapy Board License and a minimum of one year of experience. Home Health experience preferred. 888-212-1277 Associated Training Services www.equipmeniopeialor.com 140-Help Wanted Christmas Tree Field Supervisor Full-time position for hands-on, organized team player with a proven work ethic and leadership skills. Experience with farm equipment and agriculture preferred. Horticulture, Forestry or Agriculture education a plus. Responsible for assisting in management of all aspects of large Tree Farming Operation. Benefits include health insurance and paid vacation. Mail letter of application with references to: Field Supervisor, PO Box 89, Glendale Springs, NC 28629 Cosmetologist Needed Space available for Experienced Cosmetologist, full time - part time position. Please submit application to Cutter's Edge. Call 336-246-4251 ask for Danna. Enterline & Russell Builders is seeking Carpenters & Helpers for projects in Watauga, Ashe and Avery Counties. Benefits include: •Health Insurance •Paid Holidays •401K Savings Plan Apply at office in Blowing Rock. 828-295-9568 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 RHA Health Services is taking applications for an LPN-Supervisior position located in Deep Gap, NC. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating activities of approximately 26 Direct Support Staff and managing operations of a 15 bed non-ambulatory ICF/MR facility. Qualifications: at least 2 years supervisory experience, valid driver's license, flexible work schedule and experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Qualified applicants can apply at 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC, 28618 or call 828-262-5450. Part-time Position for Christmas Tree Farm work. Must have experience using farm equipment. Call 336-982-8733. Strong clinician, with excellent assessment skills, good time management and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Good salary and benefits package. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden, HR Coordinator High Country Health Care 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Telephone: (828) 265-3388 Fax: (828)264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified; EEO and ADA employer. The Ashe County Arts Council has an opening for a part-time position working Saturdays only in The Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, selling merchandise and tickets, and light clerical duties. Call the Arts Council for application and more information, 846-ARTS 180-Appliances For Sale - Washer, less than 2 years old and an older dryer for $125. Also have refrigerator with icemaker for $50. Selling all 3 for $150! Call 336-384-3194. 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies For sale: 2-horse gooseneck trailer. Black, 7' ceiling, rear ramp, brakes on both axles. $2,000, firm. Call 336-384-4757, leave message, or 336-977-1957. 235-Christmas Trees Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. 260-G a rage/Yard Sales BENEFIT YARD SALE SAT, APRIL 14 7 AM -1PM Items include: Two Color TV's, Bicycles, mens, womens & childrens clothing. Toys, books, baby items and much more! All proceeds will go to Larry & Peggy Allen to help with medical expenses. Location: Need a new job? In the parking lot Look in beside Jay & Frank's The Jefferson Post Auto Sales in Classifieds! Warrensville. MAJOR REAL ESTATE AUCTION! SATURDAY, April 21, 2007 • 1:00 P.M. 213 Acres(+/-) subdivided into 6 Tracts • Off Railroad Dr. Marion, Virginia • 260-Garage/Yard Sales GARAGE SALE Saturday, April 14 Rain or shinel Girls, boys and adult clothing, toys, household goods, tools, 1988 Ford Ranger truck. 6x8 trailer. Location: 1250 Wade Bare Rd. Jefferson, NC Look for signs! TWO FAMILY YARD SALE APRIL 13 & 14 6 AM - UNTIL Rain or Shine (under carport) Lots of miscellaneous items! Location: 5274 Hwy 16 N Between Shatley Springs and Old Hwy 16 under bypass. Look for signs. YARD SALE FRI. APRIL 13 10 AM SAT, APRIL 14 6:30 AM (No early birds please) Disney Princess Jeep, Little girls clothing (newborn to 9 months & 2-3T), Little Boys Clothing (newborn to 4T), baby items, shoes, Mens and Womens clothing, Household items, Princess House, Toys and more! Location: Watertank Road, West Jefferson. Follow signs. KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 300Misceilaneous Waterless Cookware United States Manufactured! Original! Brand New! A few 5-ply surgical stainless steel. 19 piece FLAVOR SEAL" sets. Lifetime Warranty! $2000 retail value for only $395! 1-800-852-3765 310-Musical •3 '1M Haled J M We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 330-Pets URGENT: Spot is an ADORABLE 6-month old. white with tan, lab/spaniel mix. Spot has webbed feet like a lab, but also has a big spot on his back like a spaniel might. He's a very playful puppy who enjoys being petted. Spot has been at the shelter the longest amount of time and faces being put to sleep to make room for incoming animals. Please help nim find a great new home! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.pettinder.com 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Sampson was found as a stray that had been hit by a car. Sampson SHOPPING FOR A is about a 1 year old 4X4? mountain dog mix. He Keep Checking the has a big blocky face Classified Ads. like a Bermese Mtn. dog. Sampson has a 430-Rooms, heart of gold and is just a wonderful big love Apts., Houses bug. He has a big boo- For Rent boo on his back leg 2 bedroom/ 1 bath that is healing very house. Hwy 88 East, nicely and has damage Jefferson. Call 336to one of his front legs. 982-9178 He now limps due to pplications are now the front leg injury, but being accepted for he gets along without Housing for any hindrance. If Senior Citizens Sampson tugs at your at Spruce Hills heartstrings. please Apartments in call us to make a dona­ West Jefferson, NC tion to fund the surgery 'One bedroom, needed to fix his front unfurnished energy leg at 336-363-9187 or efficient apartments send a check to "Save•Handicapped a-Pet Foundation, PO accessible Box 187, Roaring Gap, •Rent based on NC 28668". applicants income Sampson will be avail­ Section 8 assistance able to adopt as soon available as his back leg has healed. Save-a-Pet Foundation will help finance the surgery on his front leg, if needed, For more information, to the adopter. Some­ Call 336-246-9163 one please give this lovely dog a second TDD# 1-800-735-2962 chance he so baldly FOR QUICK deserves. RESULTS) Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our lor rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 Zelda is a 1 yr. old, male, shepherd mix. He's a little sweet­ heart and loves people who could resist those beautiful brown eyes? Zelda has been at the shelter the longest amount of time and faces being put to sleep to make room for incoming animals. Please help him find a great new home! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Office and warehouse space 2,400 to 3,200 sq. ft. Office designed to tenants specifica­ tions. Off Beaver Creek School Rd. in West Jefferson city limits. 336-246-9612 The Jefferson Post Amouncemen m*» Oty o> moon m pncH»nc« oot» prtnwo mwn»n For lurthor information contact MVS COUNTS COUNTS AUCTION GROUP AUCTIONEERS priltiMW i-MtriMr* Abnqdon • Ifnthbunj • Mwun Ml BRYANt Lyncftburg. Vrgna www counisaucf ion com jSak DANNY COUNTS DWMMT COUNTS * tucMMr ant MMfl Wgrti (ITS) 7IH444 f n (771) USMU Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers Single Wide Special!!! 2 or 3 bedroom. Vinyl Siding and shingle roof. Appliances included.... set and delivered for only $24,995.00. New Generation Homes 336-973-4462. SUPER SPECIAL: 4 bedroom with den, 2x6 exterior walls, extend­ ed roof pitch, 8' side walls... ONLY $59,995.00 and that in­ cludes delivery and set up. Order now and pick your own colors!!! 5 year warranty!! New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 Let FREEDOM HOMES be your 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale 1st choicel IT'S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem, Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. MILLION DOLLAR LIQUIDATION!!! All display Models must go!!! Come and take a look.... Save thousands. New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 NEW DEALERSHIP: New Generation Homes!! Independently owned!! Save thousands!! We are not the same as all the others!!! Come and take a look!!! New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 ONE ONLY!!! 1620 SQ ft. 28x64 Double Wide. Thermopane windows, dishwasher, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, delivered and setup for ONLY $ 49,995.00 New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 Private Setting!!! Horton Double Wide set up on over 1 acre of land, close to the lake!! Beautiful private Mountain views. Ready to move in. Priced at tax value. $89,900.00 Call Mark 336-973-4462. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! Lawn Mowing Service Free quotes and fair rates. 336-877-5791 or 336-620-2122. Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk! $ For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email NOTICE TO CREDITORS 1090- Lawn Care Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. Take notice on April 14, 2007 at 2:00 pm on the premises of Poe's Self Storage at 175 Beaver Creek Rd., West Jefferson, NC, we will offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash all the personal property in Unit #10, leased to Tommy Medley. For information, contact Debbie Poe, 336877-7942 Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. Antique Furniture Refinishing Call week days after 6:00 pm. Week ends - any time. Call 1-336-384-9102 Ask for Bob we help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. Lt'f 1195-Legals 530-Lots & Acreage 1115Professionals FOR HIRE Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Freddy Bruce Sexton, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 1010 Woodland Blvd, Wilkesboro, NC 28697 on or before the 29th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 26th day of March, 2007. Paula Sexton, Administratrix for the Estate of Freddy Bruce Sexton Let our Classified Ads Co To Work For You! Give us a Call at 846-7164 ALLEGHANY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LEARN Job Openings T© ©MV1 NURSING DEPARTMENT ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • Registered Nurse Full Time 7p to 7a *Sipn On Bonus* Licensed Practical Nurse PRN Registered Nurse PRN EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT Registered Nurse PRN wooden pallets. REGISTRATION Just come by Clerk PRN and pick them up. Wilkes Community College Director, Advance Materials Technology For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Looking for a Career? Look No Further!! Tracts range in size from 2. 2 acres to 155. 5 acres ! Free Barbcdiic Lunch at Noon! FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 1115Professionals has FREE .8 Mile frontage on the Middle Fork of the Holston River! For more information and plat visit: www.countsauction.com Or Call 1-800-797-1579 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale r: 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Wendy's in West Jefferson is NOW Hiring Dayshift and Nightshift Positions Come by and see Melissa or Bob to till out an application at: 1380 Mount Jefferson Road in West Jefferson, NC Wytheville, Virginia 1-800-334-1203 www.alliancetractortrailer.com jlfl Call 336-372-3226 or visit www.amhsparta.org Equal Opportunity Employer EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Weekend Medical Technologist We are seeking a Full-time Medical Technologist for Friday/Saturday/Sundays 5:30pm to 6:30 am shift with an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technology Program), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (NCA, ASMT) or Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Technologist (AMT, HEW) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT, ASCP, AMT, current CPR and previous computer experience preferred. Responsible for performing independently, without direct supervision, medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments and analysis to provide data for diagnosis and treatment. To apply: Apply on-line at www.ashememorial.org or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, or email to hr@ashemcmorial.org. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B FRIDAY , APRIL 13, 2007 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Robert Keith Jessup, Jr., late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at RO. Box 5, Jefferson, NC, 28640 on or before the 6th day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Mary E. Cope, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, notify this all is to persons having claims against said estate to present them to signed the at under­ 247 Quail Hollow Rd., Jefferson, NC, 28640 on or before the 6th day of July. 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Jack David Harless, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 183 Lemly Hill Rd., Fleetwood, NC 28626 on or before the 29th day of June, 2007. or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. the undersigned. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals North Carolina Ashe County immediate payment to This is the 2nd day of April. 2007. 06 SP 46 Deeds of Ashe County, on the east by NCSR North Carolina, and the #1137 and briny more holder of the note particularly described evidencing said indebt­ as follows: edness having directed that the Deed of Trust BEGINNING on an be foreclosed, the existing 1" iron pipe at undersigned Substitute a 30" Water Oak, said Trustee will offer for pipe being the north­ sale at the courthouse west corner of the Col­ property door of the county leen Weaver courthouse Where the (Will file m-E-81), in property is located, or the eastern line of the the usual and custom­ Raymond Robinson ary location at the property (Db V-4, Pg county courthouse for 94) and the southuvstconducting the sale on ern corner of the tract April 20, 2007 at herein described, 12:00PM. and will sell thence running with the to the highest bidder said Robinson line for cash the following North 01 degrees 46 described property minutes 03 seconds situated in Ashe West, (crossing an ex­ County, North Carolina, isting 1/2" iron pin at to wit: 302.06 feet) for a total distance of 302.81 feet Being a tract of land lo­ to a 12" Birch on the cated in West lefferson north side of a wad, Township, Ashe Coun­ said birch being a cor­ ty, North Carolina. ner of Patrick Ellison Bounded by the lands pwperty (Db 198, Pg of, formerly of, or in 1707), thence running possession of on the with the said Ellison south by Colleen Wea­ line North 70 degrees ver, on the west by 00 minutes 00 seconds Raymond Robinson, on East 115.50 feet to a the north by Patrick 1/2" rebar set on the Ellison and Earl Roten, northeast side of the in- NOTICE OF SALE Take notice that on April 26. 2007, at 10 am on the premises of Smethport Storage and Kemp Storage located on Hwy 88 W in Smethport, North Caro­ lina we will offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash all of personal property located in Unit # 41, leased to Joshua Mahala, Unit # K3 (Kemp Storage) leased to Sherry Sullivan. For information, contact Carolina Mountain Properties and Rentals at 336-246-3010. This the 10th day of April. 2007. This is the 23rd day of March. 2007. Sheryl L. Jessup Administratrix for the Estate of Robert Keith Jessup, Jr. and advertise in Laura L. Harless, Administratrix Albert R. Cope Executor for the Estate of Mary E. Cope ~ Plan now for your Yard Sale This the 2nd day of April, 2007. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS The Jefferson for the Estate of Post. Jack David Harless. AMENDED14QTICE OF FQRE£LQSOBE SALE NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by James Lyons AKA James T. Lyons and wife, Janet Lyons to First American Title Insurance Company, Trustee(s), which was dated May 13, 2005 and recorded on May 13. 2005 in Book 00329 at Page 0036, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Lisa S. Campbell, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of 1195-Legals 1195-Legals tersection of two roads, said rebar being a cor­ ner of the Earl Roten pwperty (Db X-4, Pg 14), thence running with the said Roten line, along the north side of a road. South 56 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East 86.65 feet to a new 1/2" re­ bar, North 83 degrees 30 minutes 00 seconds East, (crossing a 1/2" rebar set at 49.50 feet) for a total distance of 65.55 feet to a point in the centerline of NCSR #1137 (Buck Mountain Circle), thence running with the centerline of said NCSR 41137 the folloiving six calls: 1) South 00 degrees 55 minutes 02 seconds West, 17.34 feet, 2) South 07 degrees 13 minutes 37 seconds East, 34.23 feet, 3) South 12 degrees 22 minutes 50 seconds East, 45.92 feet. 4) South 15 degrees 12 minutes 13 seconds East, 56.02 feet, 5) South 17 degrees 27 minutes 45 seconds East, 55.30 feet (said point is the intersection point of NCSR #1137 and NCSR 41243), 6) South 17 degrees 27 minutes 45 seconds East, 5.15 feet, thence leaving said road and running with the line of Colleen Weaver pwp­ erty South 71 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds West, (crossing and existing 11/2" iwn pipe at 30.06 feet) for a total distance of 297.85 feet to the point of BEGIN­ NING, containing 1.623 acres, area by coordi­ nate computations. Inclusive of the existing right of way of NCSR 41137. According to a sumey by Billy W. Ban, RLS, L-3174, dated 32-98, job no. 951009. with and Together subject to all ease­ ments, rights of way and matters of record. The above described tract is subject to a 30.00' wad right of way along the northern boundary and an ease­ ment to obtain water. For source of title see [WLAWN MOWING 1 AYcmotam Field Residential & Commercial • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Fainting • Decks and Much More ROOFING Appalachian Roofing Co. FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts lf Excavating & Flaulmg "S; ' ( J|jJ| No JOB Too SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Foolers ' ff Appleseed Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. 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Parcel No. 19227-002 Property Address: 939 Buck Mountain Road West Je/ferson, NC 28694 Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. DOCKET NO. G-40, SUB 67 Said property is com­ monly known as 939 Buck Mountain Circle, West Jefferson, NC 28694 A cash deposit (no per­ sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Sev­ en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid pe­ riod, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any physical, environmen­ tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid tax­ es. special assess­ ments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbrances or ex­ ceptions of record. To the best of the knowl­ edge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are James Lyons and wife. Janet Lyons. Lisa S. Campbell Substitute Trustee PO Box 4006 Wilmington, NC 28406 PHONE: 910-392-4971 FAX: 910-392-8051 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF RONALD GIRTMAN, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF WANDA JO EDGE WALKER GIRTMAN The undersigned, having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Wanda Jo Edge Walker Girtman, deceased, late of Ashe County, North Carolina this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 14th day of July, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. This the 10th day of April 2007. Ronald Girtman P.O. Box 215 Jefferson, NC 28640 John T. Kilby Kilby & Hurley P.O. Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Publication dates 4/13/07; 4/20/07; 4/27/07; 5/4/07 Tht Itjftnon hi Bums Services page nm lit just vhm vow looting for! A single space ad costs only $50 per month and is in 12 issues of the Jefferson Post even month! >I IN ronne enure monin;; Call Geraldine today at 336-846-7164 and Gel the word out about YOiRBlSim! BEFORE THE NORTH CAROLINA UTILITIES COMMISION In the Matter of Application of Frontier Energy, LLC for Approval of Purchase of Shares of Stock and Transfer of Control of Company NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Frontier Energy, LLC (Frontier Energy or Applicant) filed an application pursuant to G.S. 62-111, 62-160, and 62-161, requesting the Commission to issue an order (1) approving the purchase of all shares of stock of Frontier Utilities of North Carolina, Inc. (Frontier Utilities), the immediate parent company of Frontier Energy, by Energy West, Inc., (Energy West) pursuant to a Stock Purchase Agree­ ment (SPA) dated January 30, 2007, (2) authorizing the transfer of control of all Frontier Energy's rights and obligations under all certificates of public convenience and necessity heretofore issued by the Commis­ sion to Frontier Energy and/or its predeces­ sors, (3) terminating all rights and obligations of Sempra Energy, the parent company of Frontier Utilities, regarding its financing and ownership of Frontier Energy, (4) approving the financing and ownership of Frontier Energy by Energy West, and (5) granting such addition­ al authorization and/or waivers as may be necessary or appropri­ ate to effect the transactions set forth in the application. Exhibits submitted with the application include Frontier Energy's finan­ cial statements as of December 31, 2006, a 2006 Annual Report for Energy West, and the SPA, which was filed confidentially. Details of the applica­ tion can be obtained at the Office of the Chief Clerk of the North Car­ olina Utilities Commis­ sion, Dobbs Building, 430 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, where a copy of the application is available for review by any interested person. Copies of the application may also be examined during regular business hours of the corporate offices of Frontier Energy in Elkin, North Carolina. 27699-4325 and reference Docket No. G-40. Sub 67. Upon request, the Commission will place copies of the applica­ tion and profiled testi­ mony in centrally locat­ ed public libraries. The material may be copied without prohibition at the library. The Public Staff of the Utilities Commission, through the Executive Director, is required by statute to represent the using and consum­ ing public in proceed­ ings before the Com­ mission. Statements to the Executive Director should be addressed to: Mr. Robert P. Gruber Executive Director Public Staff - NCUC 4326 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4326 The Attorney General is also authorized to represent the using and consuming public in proceedings before the Commission. State­ ments to the Attorney General should be addressed to: o ° SAJLii O3LOTD0OT3 GXDGS7 o QODa C D M N SB - ; I X A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 CUifL <S>ut»«cripUon For... In Asht* County Name LJ $36.00 Address, Seniors In Ashe CJo. 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Ulfly 1. 2 0 0 7 Q - 9 = 30 P.m. jmif CIVIC C-CHT-C-R The Utilities Commis­ sion has instituted an investigation into the proposed acquisition and has scheduled the application for public hearing in order to de­ termine if the proposed acquisition is justified by the public conven­ ience and necessity as required by G.S. 62-111 (a). A public hearing on the application has been scheduled at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 1, 2007, in the Com­ mission Hearing Room 2115, Dobbs Building, 430 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. Any person desiring to intervene in this docket as a formal party of re­ cord must file a petition pursuant to Commis­ sion Rules R1-6, R1-7, and R1-19 not later than July 12, 2007. Persons desiring to send written state­ ments to the Commis­ sion should submit their statements prior to the hearing and include any information which those persons wish to be considered by the Commission in its investigation of the application. The contents of letters and petitions will be re­ ceived in the official file as statements of merits ace not unless persons making such statements appear at a public hearing and testify concerning the information contained in their written state­ ments. Motions for intervention or state­ ments should be addressed to the Chief Clerk, North Carolina Utilities Commission, Post Office Box 4325 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina steel Magnolia's WiCCs Perf°rming D rn t e E u i g h v nn e i g Tickets can be purchased at: Libby's • Mark of Eden • Jefferson Post w V VV M\\rk OV ED^J ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TO THE ASHE COUNTY LITTLE LEAGUE �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9B FRIDAY/ APRIL 13, 2007 LIGHTERSIDE Super Crossword ACROSS 57 Church bench 58 Mississippi mound 60 Help 61 Actress Rivera 62 Got up 64 Tragic monarch 65 Bar supply 66 Noggin 67 Fine 69 A bit of Bach 71 Bandleader Shaw 72 Sitarist Shankar 73 Prep school 76 Sheepish sounds 77 Seville shout 79 "Beowulf," 95 "The Lady Tramp" ('37 song) 96 Maintenance workers 97 Hither's mate 98 Contemptible 100 Good luck charm 104 de plume 106 Film site? 107 Wom-out 108 TV's Shade" 112 Seminole shoe 116 Whitney or Mintz 117 On one's (alert) 119 Italian actor? 122 Sensible Czech? 126 Duel tool 127 Season firewood 128 Dieter's dish eg. Fideles" 82 More naive 129 " 130 Ward (off) 8 3 o f 131 Evergreen robins .. tree 85 Bartok or 132 Sup in style Peron 133 Soprano 86 Islamic Fleming deity 87 Speed­ DOWN ometer 1 Blind parts abbr. 2 "Untouch­ 88 Senegalese able" Ness sitcom? 3 Klemperer 92 Khan of "Hogan's opener? 93 Mayberry Heroes" 4 Actor town drunk 1 Conclude a deal 6 Drinks like a Dalmatian 10 Current unit 13 Bagel or bialy 17 State 18 Build 20 He'll give you a squeeze 21 Singer Adams 22 Egyptian manipula­ tor? 24 German rock group? 26 Thames town 27 blond 28 Quick comeback 30 Furtiveness 33 Encounter 34 Luke's book 37 Baseball stat 38 Feudal tenant 40 "Lohengrin" role 42 "Pshaw!" 45 Wind instrument? 48 Galley feature 50 Asta's father 51 Pie mode 52 Indian restaurant? 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I' 1*101 r ml IllOlb M|O (800)559-1491 BOONE �PAGE10B FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Food Lion supports Westwood With support from Food Lion stores, Frances Bradburn, the Director of In­ structional Technology for The North Carolina Depart­ ment of Public Instruction (DPI), and George Newman, founder of One Planet Edu­ cation Network (OPEN), are pleased to bring the Quest Atlantis (QA) 3D Learning Environment to selected NC schools. QA will initially be offered to 60 North Carolina classrooms. Classrooms were initially selected from the eleven IM­ PACT schools. The geograph­ ically and demographicallydiverse IMPACT schools are part of North Carolina's statewide school library me­ dia and instructional tech­ nology program. Westwood Elementary School in West Jefferson was selected to participate in this program. Training was held in the school's media center on Feb. 16. Also attending were teachers from Crossnore and Clearmont Elementary Schools. Teachers in grades 4-6, technology facilitators, and media coordinators were all trained to use this excit­ ing program. Through this generous do­ nation from Food Lion, these teachers will set up accounts for all of their students, un­ limited access to Quest At­ lantis curricula, implementa­ tion resources such as novels and trading cards, online and face-to-face professional development, ongoing imple­ mentation support, and a customized Teacher Toolkit that aligns Quest Atlantis curriculum to the North Car­ olina State standards. Stu­ dents will complete different activities, called missions and quests, on a variety of topics including environmen­ tal education, character edu­ cation, history, science, math, and reading. For today's digitally-sawy generation of school children, this technology will help make education more inter­ esting and engaging. Interested North Carolina school teachers should visit the North Carolina Info page at the following address: http://atlantis.crlt.indiana. edu/public/northcarolinalnfo. pl#anchorl, and consider sub­ mitting a Teacher/Facilitator Inquiry Form to get started. Note that other teachers in North Carolina who are in­ terested in applying should do so even if they are not in the IMPACT schools. IMcan HUMAN BflW ®@DiW These animals are available for adoption. MISSING DOG! 31 Pack 214 holds pinewood derby Cub Scout Pack 214 re­ cently held their annual Pinewood Derby. All the boys en­ joyed making their cars from a block of wood and racing them to the finish line. Three years ago Pack 214 started their "In The Race Program" with their Pinewood Derby. The program al­ lows sponsors to sponsor the Pinewood Derby and the Pack uses the monies to do commu­ nity projects. Last year Pack 214 was able to build a sand­ box for EC children at Westwood Elementary School. The boys were also able to build 8 birdfeeders and put them up for seniors at Villages of Ashe. Zebulon Duvall was the overall winner for the Pine­ wood Derby this year. Zebulon also took first place in Tigers in the district. Pack 214 would like to thank the following people and organizations for their support of the "In The Race Program 2007": Truett Weaver, AF Bank, Superior Pontiac, Ashe Coun­ ty Motors, Pizza Plus Inc. , Shane Scott Construction, Michael Todd-Stone. This is Treeta who has been missing from the Todd area since 3/14/07. She resembles a Huskie with grey/ white markings and a short tail. If found please contact her owner at 828-964-9324. 828-773-3439, 336-877-2164 or call the ACHS Resource Center. Monroe is a shepherd/collie Bella is a shepherd mix who mix of 6 wks. and cute as is such a good girl. She a button. She has a sister loves eveiyone including also that looks just like her other animals. She deserves named Ethel. Th^ are ready the most loving home with for a permanent home. lots of cuddling. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center Is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West lefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com wWm 2006 Chevy Cobalt SS Package 2006 Express Work Van - 5.3 - Automatic 2006 Colorado 4x4 2006 Colorado 4x4 2006 Malibu Maxx 2006 Chevy Uplander 2006 Uplander AWD Iff Package w/Power Sliding Door Iff Package • Remote Start • XM Radio Auto • Power Pack • Spoiler 2006 Colorado Red w/Appearance Pkg 2006 Equinox LT Package West Jefferson Chevrolet would like to introduce you to our Xewest Team Player Gil Long Sales Manager All prices plus tax, tag & DOC fee. Dealer retains all rebates. Special finance rates in lieu of rebates. Offer ends 04/30/07. All payments with $1,500 cash down or trade equity. W.A.C. - 5.99%, 72 months, minimum 740 Beacon mm ,GM 100000MIU WAKRANTV -"J!: AN AMERICAN R VOLUTION � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 30 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 20 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-04-13 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/6260d8bf82c29111247a2bf2b35f1a9d.pdf b1abd62a64e7199bd50cb75647a24563 PDF Text Text • Former Husky competes at ASU Tuesday page 6 April 17, 2007 • Softball team splits games 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 6 • Soccer blanks North Surry Volume 82, Issue 31 page 6 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Three alleged drug dealers on the run by Jim Thompson Editor Three alleged drug dealers are on the run from the law. The three—two men and one woman—face charges re­ lated to dealing marijuana. Warrants in hand, deputies went to the home near West Jefferson where the three lived, only to find them gone. A further investigation found evidence they had left the area, and a nationwide alert was issued for their arrest. The three suspects are all white. No other physical de­ tails were available at press time. They are: •Jeffrey Gwyn Roten, 44, who is charged with sale and delivery of marijuana, con­ spiracy to sell and deliver marijuana (two counts), main­ taining a dwelling for the pur­ poses of keeping and selling a controlled substance, and maintaining a vehicle for the purposes of keeping and sell­ ing a controlled substance. •April Heather Arriola, 20, is charged with sale and delivery of marijuana, pos­ session with intent to sell and distribute marijuana, sale and delivery of a Schedule III controlled substance, posses­ sion with intent to sell and distribute a Schedule III con­ trolled substance, conspiracy to sell and deliver marijuana, and maintaining a dwelling for the purposes of keeping and selling a controlled sub­ stance. •Melvin Allen Wollard, 35, formerly of Florida, is charged with sale and delivery of marijuana, possession with intent to sell and distribute marijuana, sale and delivery of a Schedule III controlled substance, possession with intent to sell and distribute a Schedule III controlled sub­ stance, and conspiracy to sell and deliver marijuana. The warrants are the re­ sult of a three-month-long undercover investigation," said Sheriff James Williams. "We are actively seeking their whereabouts, and expect to find them. They only have to make one mistake and they will be in custody." Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of these suspects should contact the Sheriffs Office at 336219-2600. Is your business a champi­ on? West Jefferson businesses have been challenged to be­ come fitness champions and enroll employees, families and the public into their teams. The Fit as a Fiddle West Jefferson Business Fitness Challenge will kick off on Sat­ urday, April 21 at 8 a.m. at the Ashe County Arts Center,with an inaugural 1-mile walking challenge along the West Jef­ ferson Locomotion Trail and finishing with the opening of Spring Fest at the former West Jefferson Elementary School at 9 a.m. Local business champions are encouraged to partici­ pate by naming a team cap­ tain to head their Business Champions Team. For four weeks through May 20, each business sponsored team will walk their way to a healthier lifestyle and being "Fit as a Fiddle." Activity logs and pe­ dometers will be provided to each participant as steps and miles will be logged by each team. The awards breakfast will be held at the Ashe Coun­ ty Arts Council on May 23. The kick off on Saturday will begin with a welcome from West Jefferson Mayor Dale Baldwin, the unveiling of the winners of the origi­ nal artwork competition for markers along the route, live fiddle music, and a train whistle start for the inaugu­ ral walk. In addition, check points along the route will have train beads available as confirmation of completion of the trail that day. These beads may be added to the beads re­ ceived at Spring Fest to cre­ ate a one-of-a-kind bracelet or key chain. The beautiful artwork in the sidewalks at the l/5lh point along the way is pro­ vided by Lyn Soeder, Pat Morrison, Molly Gambill and Judith Marsten. These ladies won the sidewalk art contest conducted earlier this year. The Healthy Carolinians Task Force in partnership with the Town of West Jef­ ferson, the Ashe County Arts Jeffrey Gwyn Roten DOB Aug. 17,1962 ACHS Chorus sings at Festival Disney Photo courtesy of Disney Ashe County High School Chorus students took part in Festival Disney at theWalt Disney World Resort March 29-31.The students traveled from North Carolina to Florida to take part in this uniquely Disney festival. Chorus Director Andrea Spears said this was a once in a lifetime opportunity for some of these students. Fundraisers were held to support the group s expenses.The festival series schedule included two days of adjudicated performances, where ensembles received valuable written and recorded feedback from nationally recognized music educators. At the conclusion of the event, the students took part in the Festival Disney Awards Ceremony. Look for more information about ACHS's participation in an upcoming edition. The chorus is scheduled to perform on Thursday during the county volunteer awards ceremony at the high school. April Heather Arriola DOB July 7,1986 Winds whip county by Jim Thompson Editor Melvin Allen Wollard DOB July 18,1971 A late-season snow storm covered Ashe County Sunday afternoon, dropping as much as four to five inches of wet snow. As the skies cleared late Sunday, the wind turned on. By morning, gale force winds, with gusts over 60 miles per hour were reported across the region. As the winds roared, trees and limbs began to fall. Blue Ridge Electric report­ ed that over 6,000 members lost power during the height of the outages, which covered Post photo by Michael Graybeal A falling tree damaged this home on Frank Edwards Road in the Baldwin community. Falling trees and limbs caused power outages late Sunday and early Monday. See Winds, page 5 Businesses challenged to be 'Fit as a Fiddle' Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeflrersonpo8t.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com clas8ified@jeflFersonpost.com editorial@jeffer8onpost.com \ *s a s 2007 ' >< ( %•,< v 'iM talking Lo§J Council, and the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce con­ ducted a contest to create new works of public art in down­ town West Jefferson. The Lo­ comotion Trail is designed to encourage increased physical Ladies Prayer Retreat April 28 Beaver Creek Christian Church will host its annual Ladies Prayer Retreat on Saturday, April 28 with guest speaker Mary Lou Martin of Clemmons. Her husband is a retired minister from Johnson Bible College in Knoxville, Tenn. Her address will be "Let Go and Let God." There will also be special music and presentations. The program begins at 10 a.m. Bring or wear comfortable shoes for the communion prayer walk following the program. Lunch will be activity and increased pe­ destrian traffic in downtown West Jefferson. The competition was held to involve the community in creating works of public art integrated into concrete squares placed at strategic points marking the trail. The trail markers will include a bronze plaque with the Loco­ motion logo of a train engine and a fiddle. Both these sym­ bols are reflective of the spirit of the town and mottos asso­ ciated with the project: "Fit as a Fiddle" and "Fiddling around Ashe." Five awards of $350 each will be awarded to the win­ ning artists. The finished plaques are 24 inches x 24 inches. A special thanks to the Town of West Jefferson and their employees,Sheets Broth­ ers Inc., and to Rusty Roger's Metal Working class at Ashe County High School for part­ nering with Ashe Healthy Carolinians, the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce, the West Jefferson Business Asso­ ciation, Ashe County Schools, and the Be Active ASU Part­ nership. Without their sup­ port and in-kind donation of materials, time and interest, this project would not have served after the walk. This annual event attracts participants from around the country and is a non-denominational event. Registration is $5.00. Call 846-7480. Volunteers to be recognized Volunteers throughout the county will be recognized for their contributions this week during National Volunteer Week April 15-21. Ashe County Schools honors its volunteers Tuesday, April 17 at 6 p.m. A program will been possible. The project is being sup­ ported by the Appalachian District Health Department and organizational partners through a community grant provided by "Eat Smart.. Move More North Carolina," a statewide initiative led by the North Carolina Physical Ac­ tivity and Nutrition Branch of the NC Department of Public Health. This project is in sup­ port of their mission to: "Reverse the rising tide of obesity and chronic disease among North Carolinians by helping them to eat smart, move more and achieve a healthy weight." More infor­ mation about this statewide initiative may be found at www.eatsmartmovemorenc. com. For more information about the West Jefferson Business Challenge, call Nancy Kautz at 846-0781, Vicky Moody at 246-4344, Jane Lonon at 846-ARTS or Beth Dixon at the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce at 846-9550. be held in the cafeteria of Ashe County High School. For more information, call 246-7175. The county volunteer awards ceremony is planned for Thursday, April 19 at Ashe County High School. A reception will be held in the cafeteria at 6 p.m. followed by the program at 7 p.m. For more information, call County Volunteer Coordinator Dawn Goodman at 2462461. Senior volunteers will be honored Friday at Ashe County Senior Center in West Jefferson with a program beginning at 9:30 a.m. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Blanche Roop Miller Lansing April 15, 1922 April 13, 2007 Blanche Roop Miller, age 84, of Lansing, died Friday, April 13, 2007 at Segraves Care Center in Jefferson, NC. Mrs. Miller was born April 15, 1922 to the late Charlie and Nettie Pennington Roop. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wave Quinton Miller. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 15, 2007 at Apple Grove Baptist in Lansing, N.C. Reverend Charles McCoy and Reverend Billy Joe Blevins officiated. Burial followed in the Pen­ nington Cemetery. The fam­ ily received friends from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, April 14, 2007 at Ashelawn Juanita Ashley Jarvis Jefferson August 19, 1934 April 9, 2007 Mrs. Juanita Ashley Jarvis age 72 of Jefferson, died Monday, April 9, 2007 at her home. Mrs. Jarvis was born August 19, 1934 in Ashe County to Robert and Ruby . Baldwin Ashley. She was pre­ ceded in death by her father, Robert Ashley; son, Tony Lee Brooks; brothers, J. C. and Jack Ashley and sister Mary Marie Ashley. Memorial services were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 12, 2007 at Phoenix Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Dollar officiating. Mrs. Jarvis is survived by Ruby Pauline Stanley McKinney Taylorsville January 14, 1943 April 10, 2007 Mrs. Ruby Pauline "Polly" Stanley McKinney, age 64, of Mt. Olive Church Rd, Taylors­ ville died Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at Catawba Valley Med­ ical Center. Funeral services were held Friday 2 p.m., April 13, 2007 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with the Rev. Wiley Boggs officiating. Burial was in Mountyawn Memorial Park. Mrs. McKinney was born January 14, 1943 in Ashe County to Paul and Ruby Roten Stanley. She worked for the Shady Rest Home in Tay­ lorsville. She is survived by two daughters, Wendy Teague and husband, Shaun of Taylors­ ville, Roberta Loftin and hus­ Jean Presnell Prickett Carthage, N.C. Died: April 9, 2007 Mrs. Jean Presnell Prick­ ett, age 75, died Monday (April 9, 2007) at her home after a courageous battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 21, 2007, at the Carthage United Methodist Church conducted by the Rev. Chuck Plowman. Burial will follow in Cross Hill Cemetery. A native of Chatham County she was a daughter of the late Guy and Marjorie Perry Presnell. While grow­ ing up she spent her child­ hood between Siler City and Panama City, FL. She was the third of seven children being preceded in death by a sister Eula P. Hunley; and brothers Pete and Jimmy Presnell. A graduate of Woman's College (now UNC-G) and a member of the Alpha Delta Kappa Sorority for Women Educa­ tors, she taught fourth and fifth grade at Carthage El­ ementary School for 31 years. Over the years she was active in many clubs including the Carthage Garden Club and the Red Hat Lady Buggies of Carthage. She was a found­ Harold Gifford Miller West Jefferson October 1,1917 April 11,2007 Mr. Harold Gifford Miller, age 89, of West Jefferson, died Wednesday night, April 11, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. Funeral services were held on Friday, April 13, 2007 at 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church of West Jefferson with Rev. Ken Morris and Dr. Calvin Miller officiating. Burial will follow in the Ashelawn Me­ morial Gardens Cemetery. The family received friends from 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. on Fri­ day, prior to the funeral ser- Memorial Chapel in Jeffer­ son, N.C. Flowers will be ac­ cepted or memorials may be made to: Segraves Care Cen­ ter, 200 Hospital Avenue, Jef­ ferson, NC 28640. Mrs. Miller is survived by three sons, Mack Miller, Rex Miller, and Richard Miller, all of Lansing, N.C.; three daugh­ ters, Thelma Howell of West Jefferson, N.C., Marie Cal­ loway of Jefferson, N.C and Edith Houck of Sparta, N.C.; two brothers, Lester Roop and Junior Roop, both of Lansing, N.C. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, 4 great-grand­ children and several nieces and nephews. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. a daughter, Sandra Brooks of Key West, Fla.; a step­ son, Rick Jarvis of Mtn. City, Tenn.; a step-daughter, Judy Bennett of Winston Salem; her mother, Ruby Ashley of Warrensville; two sisters, Kathleen Turnmire of War­ rensville and Barbara McCoy of Crumpler; several nieces and nephews In lieu of flowers memori­ als maybe made to: Phoenix Baptist Church, PO Box 159, Warrensville, NC 28693 or a charity of the donors choice. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. John Grogan West Jefferson April 13, 1914 April 10, 2007 Mr. John Grogan, age 92, of West Jefferson, died Monday night, April 10, 2007 at his residence. Funeral services were held on Thursday at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, Rev.Steve LeaShomb and Rev. Lloyd Day officiat­ ing. Burial follow in the Rash Cemetery. The family received friends from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. on Thurs­ day, one hour prior to the fu­ neral service. Mr. Grogan was born in Ashe County on Monday, April 13,1914 to the late Wil­ liam Grogan and Julie Etta Black. He was an Agricultur­ al Farmer. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Stella Ade­ line Rash Grogan on January Wayman Willard Graham West Jefferson March 27, 1946 April 12, 2007 Mr. Wayman Willard Gra­ ham, beloved father and hus­ band, age 61 ofWest Jefferson, N.C. died Thursday, April 12, 2007 at his home. Mr. Gra­ ham was born March 27,1946 in Columbia, S.C. to the late Wayman and Doris Knight Graham. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by a daughter; Hill­ ary Graham and a brother; Ashley Graham. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 17,2007 at the Jefferson band Mike of Conover; three United Methodist Church by sons, Paul McKinney and wife, Rev. Dr. Keith Franklin and Wendy of Taylorsville,Robert Rev. Steve Miller. Burial will McKinney and wife, Julie of follow in the Floyd's Creek Elkin, Michael McKinney and Baptist Church Cemetery in Wife, Sandra of North Wilkes- Forest City, N.C. at 4 p.m. The boro; her mother, Ruby Roten family received friends from Stanley of Millers Creek; two 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Monday, April sisters, Mary Puperi and 16 at Badger Funeral Home husband, Jim of North Can­ in West Jefferson, N.C. ton, Ohio, Sandi Garcia and Mr. Graham is survived husband, Alex of Stony Point; by his wife of 33 years, Lynn three brothers, Neil Stanley Reavis Graham; two daugh­ and wife, Melba of Chester­ ters, Rebecca Gill and Anfield, S.C., Daymon Stanley gelan .Graham both of S.C.; and wife Janet of Warrens­ a brother, Cresti Gtaham of ville, Cliff Stanley and wife, Charleston, S.C.; two step Loretta of Millers Creek; sisters, Judith Cole of Lexingnineteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Charles E. Graybeal The family received friends Hamptonville at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral July 31, 1917 Home Thursday night from 6 April 12, 2007 p.m. until 8 p.m. Mr. Charles E. Graybeal, On line condolences may 89 of Old U.S. Highway 421 be made at www.reinssturdi- passed away Thursday, April vant.com. 12, 2007 at his home. He was ing member of the Carthage born July 31, 1917 in Ashe Historical Committee and the County to the late James W. curator for the Carthage Mu­ and Jenney Graybeal. Mr. Graybeal was retired seum. Always an active mem­ from Ford Motor Company and ber of the Carthage United Methodist Church, she was after his retirement, moved to part of the Carthage United reside in North Carolina 32 Methodist Women, Hope Cir­ years ago. He was also a faith­ cle and was a recipient of the ful member of Mountain View Baptist Church. Methodist Woman of the Year In addition to his parents, award. She also received the he is also preceded in death Moore County Outstanding by his wife, Pauline Graybeal Citizen of the Year award by in 2001, and by several broth­ ers and sisters. Surviving are the Rotary Club of Carthage. his daughters, Evelyn Harper 1 She is survived by: daugh of Pa. and Pat White of Del.; ters, Lyn P. Austin and hus­ band Vann of Seven Lakes, three sisters, Nell Hudler of Kathy Prickett of the home; a son, Turner "T" Prickett, III and wife Karen of Raleigh; sisters, Sadie and Midge Presnell and Dottie Agnello all of Fleetwood, N.C.; brother Jesse Guy Presnell of Goldsboro; grandchildren Nichole, Jordan and Andrew. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Friday, April 20, 2007, at Fry and Prickett Funeral Home. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to: Carthage Museum, do Town of Carthage, 4396 US Hwy. 15-501, Carthage, NC 28327 or the Carthage United Methodist Church, PO Box 70, Carthage, NC 28327 Mr. Miller was born in Ashe County on Monday, Oc­ tober 1, 1917 to the late Wal­ ter Winfield Miller and Ada May Miller. He was a school teacher. He is survived by his wife, Clara Osborne Miller; three sons, Edwin Miller, of Jefferson, Darrell Miller, of West Jefferson and Mickey Miller, of Knoxville, TN; and a brother, Bernard Miller, of Lansing. t You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrangempnts 12, 1995. He is survived by three daughters, Lillie Mae Rash, of West Jefferson, Margaret Rash, of Warrensville and Margie Combs and husband, Jimmy, of Jefferson; a brother Roy Grogan, of Meat Camp; a sister, Agnes Bryan, of Meat Camp; twelve grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; a great, great-grandchild; a step grandson; several nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to: in mem­ ory of John Grogan, do Boone Family Funeral Home, PO Box 786, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. James Harvey Jones Creston February 16, 1928 April 8, 2007 Mr. James Harvey Jones, age 79, of Creston, died Sun­ day afternoon, April 8, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 11, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Farmer and Rev. Spen­ cer Roark officiating. Burial will follow in the Farmer Cemetery. ton, S/C/ and Vyrle Caugham of Columbia, S.C.; one uncle and two aunts of Charleston, S.C. Wayman served the US Navy on the Josephus A Dan­ iels Nuclear Submarine dur­ ing the Cuban Missile Crisis. He retired from CR Bard in Mocks Corner after twenty years of service as a super­ visor. He was a member of the Berkeley Masonic Lodge. Wayman was an active mem­ ber of the Jefferson United Methodist Church was a par­ ticipant in the Ashe County Little Theater and the Ashe County Choral Society. He was involved in many of the musical plays and multiple productions. He was current­ ly working at Lowes Hard­ ware in West Jefferson. Hattie Rosetta Flowers will be appreci­ Francis Campbell ated or memorials may be Lansing made to: April 30, 1917 Jefferson United Method­ April 10, 2007 ist Church PO BOX 236 Jef­ Mrs. Hattie Rosetta Fran­ ferson, NC 28640 or Ashe cis Campbell, age 89, of Lan­ County Little Theater PO sing, died Tuesday, April 10, BOX 881 West Jefferson, NC 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hos­ 29694. pital. You may email your condo­ Funeral services were held lences to the family through on Friday, April 13, 2007 at 2 our website at www.badgerfu- p.m. at Boone Family Funeral neralhome.com. Home Chapel with Rev. Jim Badger Funeral Home is in Francis officiating. Burial charge of the arrangements. followed in the Dixon-Testerman Cemetery. The family received friends West Jefferson, Ruth Rhodes of North Wilkesboro and from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Thurs­ Irene Roten ofWest Jefferson; day, April 12, 2007 at Boone a brother, James D. Gray­ beal of West Jefferson; three grandchildren and five great­ grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 17, 2007 at Mountain View Baptist .Church. Following the visita­ i-** tion, his funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Tuesday in the sanctuary of Mountain View Baptist by Rev. Tim Tuckers. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Mountain View Baptist Church, Mtn. View Church Road, Hamptonville, N.C. 27020. Gentry Family Funeral Service of Jonesville is serving the Graybeal Fam­ ily. The family received friends from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Tues­ day, April 10, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Jones was born in Ashe County on Thursday, Febru­ ary 16, 1928 to the late Wal­ ter Jones and Donci Farmer. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Helen Barnett. He is survived by his wife, Ethel Jones, of the home; a son, Walter Jones, of Newton, N.C.; two daughters, Violet Bare, of Lansing and Barba­ ra Phillips, of Newton, N.C.; four sisters, Belle Mimm, of Florida, Pearl Commer and Ethel Mae Mimm, both of Pennsylvania and Mary Tan­ ner, of Maryland; eight grand­ children; nine great-grand­ children; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Family Funeral Home. Mrs. Campbell was born in Ashe County on Monday, April 30, 1917 to the late Lemmond Levi Francis and Sibbie Cordelia Testerman. She was a homemaker. She was also preceded in death by her husbands, Paul Campbell and Scott Camp­ bell; a son, Dallas Campbell; two brothers, Albert Francis and Art Francis; three sisters, Zola Medford, Carrie Johnson and Rose Francis. She is survived by a son, David Campbell, of Cres­ ton; seven daughters, Betty Howell, of Crumpler, Arlene Nichols, of Creston, Roseanne Calhoun, of Lansing, Sue Miller, of Heyworth, Il­ linois, Bobbie Miller, of Jef­ ferson, Mary Johnson, of Lan­ sing and Maureen Baxley, of Champaign, Illinois; twentyfour grandchildren; thirtysix great-grandchildren; six great, great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 A North Carolina Firm COMPLETE PHYSICALS CAN MISS CANCERS THAT ULTRASOUNDS CAN FIND ONE Preventive Medical Screening Offered SATURDAY, APRIL 21st For Life " 8:00AM - until is nothing to celebrate. Dr. Lynn Borchert will be on site to counsel you concerning any abnormal findings and to answer your questions. 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Appointments Required Call: 1-877-763-3344 (TOLL-FREE) • www.ultrasereen.us �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3 TUESPAY/ APRIL 17, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Beware of magazine scams, Cooper warns A young person shows up at your front door and asks you to buy magazine sub­ scriptions so they can win college scholarships or make donations to needy children. The seller's pitch for maga­ zines is compelling, and you'd like to help. The reality is that these young people usually aren't students competing for scholarships. They're trying to take your money, and you may never get a single issue of those magazines you paid for. These sellers are part of traveling groups that sell magazines door-to-door. They're known to play on con­ sumers' sympathies by claim­ ing they are ill, disabled or in financial need. Some even claim that their proceeds go to a local charity or a school fundraiser. Young people are often Post file photo N.C. Attorney General Roy Cooper lured into these jobs by prom­ ises of large paychecks and the opportunity to travel around the country. Unfortu­ nately, they are usually forced to work long hours, paid less than minimum wage and sub­ jected to violence and drugs. It's important to remember that these individuals work for companies out to make big profits, not charities. Most of the money collected goes to company, not to the young person standing at your door. These magazinesellers will often pick up on clues from your home to include in their slick pitch. They might see a picture of your daughter's ballet recital and try to sell you a dance magazine. They might even tell you that they used to dance, or that buying magazines from them could help them win a scholarship to study dance. Problems arise when con­ sumers pay for these maga­ zine subscriptions upfront but the magazines never ar­ rive. Consumers who try to contact the company about their missing magazines may get the run around or find that the phone number is dis­ connected. After hearing from more than 50 dissatisfied consum­ ers, I recently took one of these outfits, Trinity Public Rela­ tions of Charlotte, to court and won a court order to stop the company's deceptive sales pitches and make them pay refunds to consumers. Trin­ ity is now barred from using sympathy appeals to sell magazines door-to-door, must provide a written receipt in­ cluding its refund policy and a timeline of when magazines will arrive, and must notify consumers of their three-day right to cancel the sale. If you purchase or renew your favorite magazine from a door-to-door salesperson, consider the following tips: • Only buy magazines door-to-door from someone you know and trust. Beware of sellers who use false sob stories to sell magazines. • Ask questions be­ fore you pay any money. If the seller claims that money will go to a school, hospital, or other worthy group, ask the seller to show you a let­ ter of endorsement from that organization. Make sure you know the total cost of each subscription and when you will receive the magazine. • Get a receipt that includes refund and contact information. Be sure to get any promises or guarantees in writing. • Remember your three-day right to cancel. In North Carolina, you have three days to cancel certain purchases such as door-todoor sales even after you sign a contract and pay. To can­ cel your order, you'll need to notify the company in writ­ ( ing by midnight on the third business day following the purchase. • Before you order a subscription, check out the company with my office by calling 1-877-5-NO SCAM If you've had a problem with door-to-door magazine sales, you can file a complaint with the Consumer Protection Division of the Attorney Gen­ eral's office by calling 1-8775-NO-SCAM toll-free within North Carolina or download­ ing a complaint form at www. ncdoj.com. Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and his staff are on the look out for scams that seek to rob unsuspecting North Caro­ linians. We are here to be of service when you need us, but through consumer education efforts like these columns we hope to help consumers avoid problems from the start. Latest Raleigh report from Rep. Tarleton by Rep. Cullie Tarleton N.C. House Special to the Post The North Carolina House took an important symbolic step this week by unanimously agreeing to apologize for the in­ stitution of slavery. We contin­ ued to debate issues of health, property rights and furthered our discussion of the state's budget. I got my first look at our proposed education bud­ get this week. Lots of work still left to do, but the framework is there. Thank you as always for allowing me to share this in­ formation with you and please let me know if I can be of any service. Civil Rights North Carolina became the third state in the nation to for­ mally apologize for slavery af­ ter the State House approved a resolution initially introduced in the Senate, as well as a House resolution sponsored by Reps. Larry Womble and Earline Parmon. The resolutions were approved unanimously. Virginia and Maryland have approved similar proposals. Education A House committee voted Wednesday in favor of legis- Post file photo Rep. Cullie Tarleton tributions to what they spent in the 2005-06 fiscal year and would also allow the state to of­ fer financial help to poor coun­ ties or others struggling to pay their share of Medicaid costs. Some nurses asked the North Carolina Board of Nurs­ ing to follow the lead of the state Medical Board by pass­ ing an ethics policy that bars its members from taking part in executions. The N.C. Nurses Association plans to discuss the issue later this month, but its position would not bind the li­ censing board. Budget lation that would ban corpo­ The main budget-writers ral punishment in the state's on the Appropriations Com­ schools. Right now, 67 school mittee, on which I serve, asked systems in the state allow cor­ their fellow lawmakers to trim poral punishment while 48 Gov. Mike Easley's proposed have banned it. I favor this bill. $20.1 billion budget by about Health 1 percent. The $210 million cut A bipartisan group intro­ would reduce the governor's duced legislation this week proposed $350 million expan­ that would give Medicaid relief sion budget by 60 percent. Ea­ to the state's counties. Medic­ sley's recommended education aid spending in the state has budget would be reduced by increased from $3.1 billion in $115 million, while the Health 1995 to $8.5 billion in the last and Human Services proposal fiscal year. During that time, would lose $26 million. Part of the counties' share of that the reason for the proposed cuts spending has nearly tripled to is uncertainty over the state's about $450 million. The propos­ tax structure. Easley and some al would cap the counties' con­ members of the House favor Medicaid cost cap bill Almost every member of the House of Representatives has signed on to H1424, which would permanently cap coun­ ty Medicaid costs at 2005-06 levels and provide additional, targeted relief each year to counties with the highest per­ centage of Medicaid eligible citizens. The bill was introduced Wednesday, April 11, and was sponsored by Reps. Bill Ow­ ens (Pasquotank), Mickey Michaux (Durham), Paul Stam (Wake) and Doug Yongue (Scotland). The bill calls for $100 million for 2007-08 and $154 million for 2008-09 to cap county Medicaid costs at 2005-06 levels. "This is the most significant piece of Medicaid relief legis­ lation ever introduced due to the amount of relief involved and the overwhelming and bipartisan support of the leg­ islators who have signed onto this proposal," said NCACC Executive Director David F. Thompson. "By making the temporary cap that was en­ acted this year permanent, it provides substantial relief from the escalating Medicaid costs for all 100 counties. The proposal also provides some much-needed additional as­ sistance for counties where the Medicaid burden is par­ ticularly crippling." Rep. Owens is a former Pasquotank County commis­ sioner and NCACC president and is chair of the House Rules Committee. Reps. Michaux and Yongue are co-chairs of the House Committee on Ap­ propriations, and Rep. Stam is the House minority leader. Numerous other members of the House, including Rep. Wil Neumann (Gaston), worked to see that almost all members of the House signed on to the bill. In 2005-06, North Carolina counties paid nearly $426 mil­ lion to subsidize the state's Medicaid share. State legis­ lators did provide a one-time appropriation of up to $27.4 million in the 2006-07 bud­ get to temporarily cap county Medicaid costs at 2005-06 lev­ els, but a recent increase in Medicaid services costs means that counties may exceed the $27.4 million cap by at least $15 million. If the cap is not continued, state officials are already pro­ jecting county Medicaid costs to surpass half a billion dol­ lars in 2007-08. The latest pro­ jections from the Division of Medical Assistance show the county share is projected to jump to $517 million for 200708 - an increase of 21 percent over 2005-06 expenditures. keeping a 1/4 cent sales tax and an income tax increase for the state's wealthiest workers - both approved in 2001 - on the books. Some members of the Senate want to eliminate the taxes, which together gen­ erate about $300 million. I fa­ vor eliminating the sales tax now and the other as quickly as possible. Property Rights Many of us are pushing for a constitutional amendment to ban condemnation of land except for public purposes. Supporters failed last year to get the proposed amendment on the ballot, but they did get a law passed that prevented some towns and cities in North Carolina from condemning land for economic development purposes. To get on the bal­ lot, the proposal would have to be approved by three-fifths of members in each chamber. Ninety-six of the 120 members V of the House say they favor the proposal. I was one of the cosponsors. Notes No doubt, you've read or heard about crop damage across the state as a result of the recent hard freeze we ex­ perienced. We had a briefing in the Agriculture Committee this week and the news is not good. The reports they're get­ ting in say that fruit growers as well as blueberries, blackber­ ries and some vegetables and grains were hit hard. I'm still getting some phone calls and emails about the mailer many of you received about a so called Home Tax. The mailer was very mislead­ ing. There is no Home Tax bill and certainly no one wants to tax the equity we have in our homes. Some county commis­ sions have asked for the au­ thority to create a land transfer fee with a vote of the people in M from that county. Feel free to call me if you have any questions at 919-733-7727. We've mailed out several of the new 2007 North Carolina maps. If you'd like one, please call me or email me at culliet@ ncleg.net. Following are a couple of bills I either introduced or cosponsored this week. You can get a full listing from the Gen­ eral Assembly web site: House Bill 1366 School Vio­ lence Prevention House Bill 1376 Funds for School Nurses House Bill 1406 Landside Hazard Mapping Funds House Bill 1424 Medicaid County Share Reduced Auto • Horn* • Life An Authorized Agent for [J*! Public Invited to a Briefing on TVA's Draft Strategic Plan TVA invites the public to attend a community briefing on its draft Strategic Plan on Tuesday, April 24,2007, at the DoubleTrec Hotel in Johnson City. The policy-level plan will provide strategic direction for TVA for the next 10 years. The draft plan focuses on leveraging TVA's strengths and addressing customer, financial, operational and organizational actions necessary for TVA to support the future growth and success of the Tennessee Valley region. TVA's strategic objectives will focus on strengthening customer services, sound financial principles, a balanced use of assets and top-quartile operational performance. BiueCross BlueShield of North Carolina An Independent Itceniee of lh« Hue Crow endHue Shihd Auocietlon Auto Insurance For prompt, professional attention, and fast, fair claims service, call today. Garry Elliott Agent Lonnie F. Darnell, Jr. Agent Martin J. Weaver Agent This free-of-chargc briefing will begin at 6 p.m. The draft plan is available for review on TVA's website at www.tva.com/stratplan. If anyone has special needs please call Paula Brown at (865) 632-2974 at least 5 days before the meeting. Briefing location: DoubleTree Hotel 211 Mockingbird Lane Johnson City, TN Michael F. Lonon Agency Manager <336i2H6-8828 Po Box 767 Jtff»r»on. NC 28610 mlchatl.lonon9ncfblns.com tfbli.com • ncfbint.com Helping You is what we do best. ten* CtolntUwmmtol Nortli (voWli* Ce. Ivmh'—v Fern k>»« MM. ji Irmrnnc* SoMUiet. lum Mew lilt Hnvenct Ce.lithe- US jj^Ashe Memorial Hospital AM COUNT- ANTS COUNCIL T'uestfay, Ayrif24, 2007 'As fie Civic Center 730 y.m. 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For more information or to make an appointment, please call 336-846-8939. �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Talking Tweetsie After another early spring of rumors, the word came last week that Tweetsie would stay put—at least until 2010. For 50 years, Tweetsie Railroad has drawn thou­ sands of visitors to southern Watauga County. The old steam train and the accom­ panying Old West village delights young and old with the joys and pleasures of a pre-video game age. And you can hardly get near the place during Fourth of July (they have incredible fire­ works) and the Halloween season. But soaring land prices in Watauga County contin­ ue to threaten its survival. The problem is that half a century ago, the Robbins family also established a lease on the land where Tweetsie sits. The actual owners look at the dollar and cents issue of whether they could lease the land for an even more profitable use, such as an outlet mall. As a result, we presume the lease amount increas­ es, and the region wonders whether that steam whistle will soon fall silent. This year, Tweetsie let it be known that a move to Wilkes County was possible if a lease agreement could not be reached. The site was identified, but no deal was closed. Tweetsie—and the region—now have three years more to plan for the future. We think it is time Ashe County took an active role in helping this impor­ tant attraction have a long future. Tweetsie was and is a narrow gauge mountain railroad. Its heritage has nothing to do with Wilkes County and, we admit, it really should remain in Watauga. But if it cannot Ashe County would be an outstanding location. If a sufficient tract of land could be found in the southern end of our county, Tweetsie would have imme­ diate access to U.S. 421, with the promise in the next decade of a four-lane at least part of the way to Jefferson. While maintain­ ing excellent connection to the Charlotte market, such a site would make Tweetsie even more convenient for visitors from Triad and Raleigh-Durham area. We believe Ashe County, with its narrow gauge railroad­ ing heritage, would make an outstanding home for Tweetsie. The time is now to start talking to the Robbins fam­ ily, the attraction's own­ ers. We challenge both the county government and our Chamber of Commerce to be proactive and start plan­ ning and talking now. We let the Virginia Creeper slip away; we would repeat the mistake if we let Tweetsie leave the mountains. «*>•«»«> That* THE OFFICIAL VEHICLE <*THE 2008 PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN TRAIL •1 D mt km fefj ferson\ Osit Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Thanks for blessing To the Editor: Our community received a blessing with the tremendous support of Holy Week services sponsored by the Ashe Minis­ terial Association. Each day we had outstanding music, preaching, food and fellow­ ship provided by participat­ ing laity and clergy. The free will offering of over $1,000 went to the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic. We are thank­ ful that our community seeks unity in the body of Christ. We look forward to other op­ portunities to worship and serve together in the name of Christ. Dr. Keith Franklin Ashe Ministerial Association Windmills To the Editor: (Editor's note: This letter was addressed and sent to our county commissioners.) SANJAVA SANJAVA PAGE 4 TUESDAY, APRIL. 17, 2007 CLIMATE CHANGE IMMIGRATION Letters to the Editor county has a lot of water and I think we need a water tow­ er for it. It is a renewable re­ source so we can use it more than once! Doesn't this sound good and make sense to you? Sincerely, Eden Elliott Dear County Commissioners, My name is Eden Elliott and I attend Mountain View Elem. I am writing to you because I have been study­ ing wind energy and I do not agree with putting up wind mills in Creston. I have learned some things about energy but I am want­ ing to focus on wind energy and water energy! They are similar in some ways and different in other ways. One really good similarity is that they are both renewable and To the Editor: don't produce air pollution! Although members of state One bad thing about the and federal legislatures have windmills we might put up is not always been models of that they need wind, if they decorum and decency it's ob­ don't have wind then they vious that over the past few will use our electricity. decades those who could be Another reason I don't identified as such are a dis­ want the windmills is that it tinct minority in the make up will look bad in our beautiful of these once august bodies of scenery, and people love our government. Honor and dedi­ scenery! Also it would make a cation to duty have been over­ lot of noise. How bad would it taken by personal greed and be to go to Creston and see a deception. Many of you elect­ bunch of ugly windmills and ed officials these days devote hear a loud noise that sounds much of your energy while on like a jet right over your head the taxpayer's payroll, run­ and won't move? ning for re-election by various It would use up a lot of means be it via public service land that could be used for ads telling us how you are better things like a hydro­ looking out for us, sponsoring electric power water tower. It some pork barrel project that would also interfere with the will create voter appreciation television. It could make it (votes) in your home district, fuzzy and not pick up good. catering to the whims or de­ As I said earlier, it would mands of a specific ethnic be better to spend the money or racial group,(for votes) or and the land on a hydroelec­ engaging in meaningless par­ tric power water tower! Our tisan confrontation over mat­ Our elected leaders ters trivial in comparison to the real business of running the country or state in which the voters entrusted their welfare to you. Spending a couple of days working on my state and fed­ eral taxes with the constant referencing back to another page to get instructions that require a form that is not in­ cluded, or the myriad of little computations that can easily lead to errors, thus penalties, lends me to believe that the tax code at both levels can best be described as the work of demonic idiots. How did the country func­ tion without personal income taxes before the socialist leaning Wilson era and the adoption of the 16th amend­ ment? The blueprint for our current tax system resides in the Communist Manifesto! Why must we press one for Spanish? We never had to press one (figuratively speak­ ing) to communicate with Italian, German, Lithuanian, Finnish, Yiddish or any other of the multitude of various non English speaking groups arriving in this country. How much of the taxpayers money are you squandering on bilin­ gual printing of government publications and forms? How much more is the consumer paying to compensate indus­ try for the cost of printing everything from the ingredi­ ents on a can of soup to the instruction manual for a fire extinguisher, in more than one language. Legislators can take action to lesson these cost to government and the taxpayer/consumer. Why are our borders open to any and all who have the means to invade? Iran ar­ rested and imprisoned Brit­ ish sailors for allegedly cross­ ing an imaginary line in the water. People run across our borders at major crossing points in the Southwest and what punishment do they re­ ceive? None if they can get to one of the"safe house" cities that encourage illegal activ­ ity. No other country in the world would tolerate the ut­ ter disregard for their sover­ eignty that our legislators expose us to. There is nothing compli­ cated about our constitution. It was written in plain concise language that anyone with an eighth grade education could understand. Why do you in the legislature have such a hard time understanding it? No, your not that stupid. By treating the constitution like a huge slab of taffy, you can twist it into what ever shape and flavor you want until it's sweet enough to feed to a gullible electorate. As we continue to be fed obfuscation and deception by those we look to for lead­ ership our country becomes more a house divided and will decline into a anarchist police state or be taken over by a su­ per power like Bangladesh. Shame on those of you who continue on this self serving path at the expense of Amer­ ica's future. Those of you that still think this is the greatest country on the planet need to let your voices be heard. I'll be listening. Bill Reed III Playing the 'Blarney Fife' on our state's taxes RALEIGH - It's tax time, not just for North Carolinians but also for their elected law­ makers currently fashioning a state budget in Raleigh. Unfortunately, some of these lawmakers are fully within what I have previously called North Carolina's Blar­ ney Tradition, which leads them to make embarrass­ ingly silly boasts about the state's economy, culture, and governance. The truth about our taxes and economic per­ formance are hardly worth crowing about. According to the latest data from the Tax Foundation, North Carolina's state and local governments will con­ sume 11 percent of personal income in 2007. That gives us the 19th-highest state and lo­ cal tax burden in the nation. We continue to rank 1st in the Southeast in this dubious cat­ egory, with neighboring states such as Virginia and Georgia imposing significantly lower costs, and we now rank 3rd in the entire South, with only hapless Arkansas and piti­ ful Louisiana beating us out. As recently as 2000, North Carolina ranked 36th. Since then, the real tax burden has grown by 10 percent. During the same period, many other states held the line. Some might respond with a frustrated "so what?" Perhaps North Carolina has simply "invested" more, thus improv­ ing the quality of government services, they might argue. Well, I'd ask them to prove it. I see little evidence in repu­ table test scores, graduation rates, traffic congestion, crime r a t e s , or other data to show that N o r t h Caroli­ na's in­ creased c o s t s have improved our gov­ John Hood ernment services compared to those in lowercost states. We just spend more. Others, infected with the aforementioned blarney gene, might insist, with the appro­ priate swagger, that North Carolina's taxes must not really be burdensome since we're leading the nation in economic and population growth. But, first of all, that's a gross overstatement. Judg­ ing by standard measures, North Carolina's statewide economic performance in re­ cent years has been weaker than average, not stronger: • Private gross domestic product since 2000: North Carolina is up 26 percent, the Southeast up 32 percent, the nation up 27 percent. • Employment since 2000: North Carolina up 4 percent, the Southeast up 6.3 percent, the nation up 4.5 percent. • Per-capita income since 2000: North Carolina up 19 percent, the Southeast up 24 percent, the nation up 22 per­ cent. As for population, North Carolina's growth since 2000 has been a robust 10 percent, ranking us in the top 10 for sure but not number one. Ari­ zona, Colorado, Florida, Geor­ gia, Idaho, Nevada, Texas, and Utah have all had faster growth rates (and lower state & local tax burdens, by the way). More generally, I am not arguing that government cost is the only factor that mat­ ters. Far from it. What's going on is a large-scale migration of people from the North and Midwest to the South and West, driven by such factors as climate, quality of life, housing and energy costs, culture, and economic dyna­ mism. Finally, the fact that plenty of folks would prefer to live in North Carolina, where the tax burden ranks 19th, rather than their home states of, say, New York (3rd), Ohio (5th), Connecticut (8th), or New Jersey (10th), doesn't offer much relief to native North Carolinians who resent governmental bloat as an en­ croachment on their freedom to spend their own money as they see fit, and as a waste­ ful expenditure with scant returns in impYoving schools, roads, or public safety. Meanwhile, as North Carolina policymakers talk, other states are taking ac­ tion. Utah has just enacted a comprehensive tax-reform measure that will slash the top income-tax rate, lower the sales tax, and offer an op­ tional flat-rate income tax for taxpayers seeking to reduce compliance costs. I'm not cra­ zy about some aspects of the Utah reform package, but the broad outlines look good and, importantly, it constitutes a net reduction in the state's annual tax burden of about $220 million. Back in the Tar Heel State, however, the latest news is that House Speaker Joe Hackney may agree with Gov. Mike Easley to renege again on the original promise to sunset the so-called "tempo­ rary" sales and income-tax in­ creases they enacted in 2001. [Sigh.l John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Rep. Tarleton to visit Services for Aging by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor North Carolina Rep. Cullie Tarleton will visit Ashe Services for Aging on Friday, April 20 to speak on senior issues and congratulate local seniors for their volunteer ef­ forts. Tarleton is expected to ar­ rive about 9 a.m. and address the seniors following a volun­ teer recognition program that begins at 9:30 a.m. Close to 100 seniors are expected to be recognized and presented with a cer- tificate of appreciation and a token award. These seniors volunteer at the center in West Jefferson and through programs offered by ASA in­ cluding meals, activities and programs for education, rec­ reation, entertainment and fitness, government issues, and much more. Refreshments will be pro­ vided following the program. Ashe County Senior Cen­ ter is located on ChattyRob Lane off Ray Taylor Road. For information, call 246-4347 or 246-2461. Obituaries t m m by Rick Surber Special to the Post Rep. Cullie Tarleton Upcoming programs be­ ing planned for local seniors include a fundraiser on May 4, health fair on May 11 and trip to the Great Smoky Mountains June 27-29. Winds continued from page 2 continued from front page Reva Triplett Evans parts of the cooperative's en­ tire service area. According to the latest available infor­ mation, there were still 616 members without power in Ashe Monday morning. At one point, over 1,200 mem­ bers in the county were in the dark. "Linemen and crews with Blue Ridge Electric are work­ ing to restore power to ap­ proximately 6,000 members in Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe and Alleghany counties who were affected by the wind storm that began Sunday and continued throughout the night and into Monday," said Blue Ridge spokesperson Grey Scheer. "Outages have been re­ ported system wide from trees weakened from the heavy rains and ice in the mountains combined with high winds everywhere caus­ ing trees and limbs to fall on the power lines," he said. "Outages caused by broken poles are also being reported and require extra restoration time. "Blue Ridge Electric has all available crews working as well as contractor crews and right-of-way crews work­ ing throughout the day to restore electricity. Additional crews from neighboring coop­ eratives are arriving this af­ ternoon to provide assistance and offer relief for crews working over 16 to 18 hours. Weather reports indicate that high winds will continue throughout today and outag­ es are expected to continue." For public safety, Blue Ridge Electric reminds all in­ dividuals to stay away from downed power lines since they can still be energized and therefore dangerous or even deadly. If a power line is laying on the ground, or if a tree falls on a line, STAY AWAY!! Additionally do not drive vehicles over downed power lipes. Contact Blue Ridge Electric immediately if you see a downed power line. Members that have expe­ rience an outage are encour­ aged to call the cooperative's Powerline—its automated reporting system—at 1-800448-2383 or contact their local office (Caldwell: 828754-9071; Watauga: 828-2649984; Ashe: 336-246-7138; Alleghany: 336-372-4646). Blue Ridge Electric is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Several accidents were reported during Sunday's storms, but details were not available at press time. Laurel Springs Died: April 14, 2007 Mrs. Reva Triplett Evans, age 73, of2527 Prathers Creek Church Road, Laurel Springs, died Saturday evening, April 14,2007, at the Forsyth Medi­ cal Center in Winston-Salem. She is survived by her hus­ band, Everette Evans of the home; a daughter and son-inlaw, Judy and Brent Penning­ ton of Roaring Gap; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Larry Evans of Fayetteville, Bobby and Ollie Evans of Laurel Springs; nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; two sisters, Maxine LaRue of Sparta and Jean Talbert of Rural Retreat, Va.; a brother and sister-in-law, Junior and Doris Triplett of Sparta. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 17th at the Grand view Memorial Chapel. Burial will follow in the WhiteheadJoines Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday evening at the funeral home and at other times at the home of Bobby and Ollie Evans, 2649 Prathers Creek Church Road, Laurel Springs. Flowers are appreciated or memorials may be made to the New Home Freewill Baptist Church. William W. Smith three spouses, Ben Smith and Charles and Shirley Smith Atkins, Va. all of Mouth of Wilson, Dale April 9,1930 Smith of Grassy Creek, N.C., April 11, 2007 William W. Smith, age Joe Neal and Joyce Smith of 77, of Atkins Va., formerly of Fries, Va., Robert Ford Smith Mouth of Wilson, passed away and Tommy and Wanda Wednesday, April 11, 2007 at Smith all of Independence, Valley Health Care Center, Va.; seven grandchildren, Chilhowie, Va. He was born three step-grandchildren, two April 9,1930 at Mouth of Wil­ great grandchildren, one step son to Howard E. and Hattie great grandchild and several nieces and nephews. Halsey Smith. Funeral service was Satur­ Surviving are his daugh­ day, April 14, 2007 in Reinster and spouse, Barbara and Donnie Campbell of Little Sturdivant Chapel, Indepen­ Helton, N.C.; three sons and dence, Va. with interment spouses, Clay and Marsha in Potato Creek Cemetery, Smith, Bill Smith and friend, Mouth of Wilson, Va. with Rev. Veronica, all of Mouth of Wil­ Douglas Halsey officiating. son, Va., and Terry Smith of Military rites were conduct­ Rugby, Va.; two sisters, Alma ed by Grayson County VFW Boone of Mountain City,Tenn. Post 7726. Arrangements by Funeral and Faye Anders of Indepen­ Reins-Sturdivant Home, Independence, Va. dence, Va.; six brothers and Billy Joe Moser Warrensville June 18,1933 April 7, 2007 Billy Joe Moser, age 73 of /arrensville, N.C. died Satrday, April 7, 2007, at Ashe lemorial Hospital. Born une 18, 1933 in Charlotte, I.C., he was the son of the ite Roy David and Ruth hompson Moser. Mr. Moser was a retired olf professional and insurnce agent. He was a foreign 'ar veteran and a member of le Gideon's International, le was an active board memer of Ashe Outreach Min<tries and a coordinating olunteer for Soup for You in Vest Jefferson, N.C. A service to Celebrate the ,ife of Billy Joe Moser was eld at 7 p.m. Monday, April , 2007 at Bald Mountain taptist Church, West Jefferon, N.C. with the Reverend .awrence Goodman and Revrend Rob Brooks officiating, 'he family received family nd friends at home, 2831 N.C. Hwy 88 West, Warrens­ ville, N.C. throughout the week. A graveside service was held at Sharon Memo­ rial Park in Charlotte, N.C. on Friday, April 13 at 2 p.m. with Dr. Buddy Pigg officiat­ ing. Survivors include wife Mary Greene Moser; three children, Tim Moser of West Jefferson, Sherrie Moser Goodnight and Husband Neil Jackson Goodnight Jr. of Mooresville, N.C. and Janet Moser Parish and husband George Keith Parish of Win­ chester, Ky.; six grandchil­ dren, Joseph Roy Moser, Ryan Timothy Moser, Brandon Da­ vid Goodnight, Jason Chad Goodnight, Katie Marie Par­ ish and Rebekah Ruth Par­ ish; one brother, Bobby Joe Moser of Hendersonville, and one sister, Margaret Moser Caskey of Fort Mill, S.C. In lieu of flowers, memori­ als can be made to the Ashe Outreach Ministries, 9382 Hwy 88 West, Warrensville, N.C. 28693. BARKER'S STONE AND LANDSCAPING SUPPLIES • All types of Decorative Gravel It is hard to believe that Groundhog Day was over six weeks ago and Phil was right after all; we had an early spring, and then a sud­ den return of winter with a vengeance. We have passed the springtime markers of Daylight Savings Time (a few weeks early this year); snow for the opening day of trout season, snow for Easter, and now it's the April 17 tax-filing deadline. There is one more thing you may want to consid­ er before spring is complete: a check up of your health. I would , like to suggest scheduling an Ultrascreen medical screening. The next Ultrascreen will be held Sat­ urday, April 21 at the Fleet­ wood Community Center. An Ultrascreen ultrasound can find serious blood vessel problems, before symptoms develop before stroke occurs, smaller & more curable can­ cers, even before you have symptoms. Cancers smaller than the size of a nickel can be found during the screen­ ing. It is always better to find any medical problem while it by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor How would you like the chance to win a new vehicle and support a worthy charity at the same time? Purchase a ticket or book of tickets from a member of the West Jefferson Lions Club and help support Camp Dogwood for the blind and visually impaired. Lions are selling tickets at $1 each or a book of 12 for $10 through May and one lucky winner will be able to choose a 2007 Jeep Liberty, Chrysler Voyager, Chrysler Sebring or Dodge Dakota provided by Outer Banks Chrysler. Heritage Dodge in West Jefferson 'is supporting the • 4" x 12" Decorative Block $1.40 each non-HDL-C, HDL Choles­ terol, TC/HDL Ratio, Triglyc­ erides, LDL Cholesterol, Glu­ cose, ALT. The Fleetwood Commu­ nity Center will be offering a morning snack of baked goods with coffee and other beverages along with a light lunch. There will also be a book sale, with food and book sale proceeds used for com­ munity center projects. The Ultrascreen medical screen­ ing is being offered at the Fleetwood Community for your convenience and an in­ expensive way to keep you healthy. Also some of the proceeds will go to commu­ nity center. There are several upcoming events scheduled for the community center for the spring and summer and everyone is welcome to at­ tend our monthly community meetings the first Tuesday evening of each month at the Fleetwood Center. If you would like more in­ formation or if you are look­ ing for rental space call the center at 877-4973. As al­ ways, thanks for your support of the Fleetwood Community Center. project by offering a book of tickets to anyone coming in from now to May 28 to take a test drive, with proceeds go­ ing to Camp Dogwood. "Camp Dogwood is the pride and joy of the North Carolina Lions," states the website for the Lions facil­ ity. "Located on the shores of beautiful Lake Norman, it is one of the finest such facili­ ties in the world. The Lions of North Carolina own, fund, and maintain the camp." Camp Dogwood, the site describes, is a recreational facility, serving the blind and visually impaired people of North Carolina. Summer pro­ grams in outdoor activities are offered along with arts and crafts and trips off cam­ pus. Young people are em­ ployed to work with the camp participants, whose average age is 59. One week each summer is devoted to youth ages 8 to 17. For more information about the Lions Foundation and Camp Dogwood, go on­ line to www.iiclf.org. For tickets and informa­ tion about the local project, contact Warren Miller at 3844502. The winning ticket will be drawn June 3 during the Lions State Convention in Asheville. The statewide goal is to sell 150,000 tickets. MerleFest reaches out to schools WILKESBORO: MerleFest 2007, the 20th annual festival in celebration of the music of the late Merle Watson and his father Doc Watson, will once again share its performers with some 12,000 members of the local community through the Outreach program. Spon­ sored by Embarq, Outreach will facilitate performances by MerleFest artists on April 26-27 at 27 different loca­ tions. Artists will appear in all twenty-one Wilkes County K12 schools, Ashe County High School, Alexander Central High School, Wilkes Develop­ ment Day School, Montessori Learning School, the Wilkesboro Methodist Church AfterSchool Program, Camp E-MaEtu, and several nursing and assisted living facilities. The Outreach performances, de­ signed to expose students and seniors to different kinds of Americana music live, are not open to the general public. Some of the artists sched­ uled to participate in the Outreach Program include Richard Watson & Charles Welch, the Belleville Out­ fit, John Cowan Band, the Carolina Chocolate Drops, Cherryholmes, Jim Lauder­ dale, the Duhks, Bela Fleck, Infamous Stringdusters, Red Stick Ramblers, Robinella, and Toubab Krewe. TOWN OF WEST JEFFERSON PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday. May 3, 2007 at 5:50 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning ordinance of the Town of West Jefferson. Section 41 within Article IV of the Town of West Jefferson's Zoning Ordinance is requested that an addition concerning the Neighborhood Service (NS) District's permitted signs be added. This action was requested by the Town Planner in orfler to make Section 41 of the Zoning Ordinance more relevant to the NS District. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, May 3, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment on the voluntary annexation and initial zoning of the remaining (3.518 acres) of the property owned by Samuel B. Church and Shirley A. Church (parcel # 19223-001-735). Also, comment will be received on the portion of the parcel that was zoned Highway-Commercial (H-C) and is requested to be rezoned to Residential-7 (R-7). The annexation, zoning, and rezoning were requested by Samuel B. Church and Shirley A. Church in order to receive Town services and to ensure the uses are consistent with the R-7 zoning district. RIVER HOUSE eries • Garden Statues is still treatable. Your insur­ ance company will not allow your doctor to order these tests until after you have a positive symptom or finding. There is still space available for your health screening this weekend in Fleetwood. Call to set up your appointment at 1-877-763-3344. This screening is very af­ fordable and is offering you the opportunity to have sev­ eral ultrasound scans profes­ sionally performed and re­ sults privately discussed with the physician on site. A short listing of scans offered include: carotid ar­ teries for risk of stroke, in­ cludes scan of thyroid gland for cancer ($50); abdominal ultrasound for early cancers of the liver, spleen, pancreas, adrenal gland, and kidneys, kidney stones, gallstones, and aortic aneurysm ($50) (fast for 6 hours beforehand); ul­ trasound for loss of bone den­ sity (osteoporosis) ($29). Ultrascreen will obtain your blood using a small prick to the finger. Using state-ofthe-art testing equipment, your blood will be tested for levels of Total Cholesterol, Lions Club supports camp for blind, visually impaired unday aton • All types of Flagstone & Veneer Stone Begins April 22nd Featuring World ClassViolinist Jamie Laval with Ashley Broder Mandolin & Cellist This is the first in a series of relaxing Sunday afternoons of enjoyable music, outstanding food and rfteshing beverages. Come and experience Sunday afternoons at River House on the North Fori of the New River. • 1 Ton Truck Mulch $65.00 (plus delivery) 2013 Deep Ford Road Lansing, NC 384-3703 or 977-3253 Medical screening offered at Fleetwood Community Center Amish Furniture Swings and Gliders, etc. • 4:00 - 6:00PM • Tasting Menu • Explore our new and improved wine list • Enjoy a large rocker on the front porch • Please call for reservations & information • All ABC permits 1896 Old Field Creek Road • 336-982-2109 �PAGE 6 TUESDAY. APRIL 17, 2007 ports K-tnail us: Mgraybeal(&jeFftrKonPoM.com TUESDAY - APRIL 17 FRIDAY - APRIL 20 JV/Varsity Baseball at Starmount 4:30/7:30 p.m. Varsity Soccer at Starmount 6:00 p.m. JV/Varsity Softball at Starmount 4:30/ 6:30 p.m. Men's Tennis Home vs North Wilkes 4:30 p.m. JV/Varsity Softball Home\ vs North Wilkes 4:30/6:30 p.m. JV/Varsity Baseball Home vs North Wilkes 4:30/7:30 p.m. Women's Soccer Home vs North Surry 6:00 p.m. Friday evening will be Senior Night for Women's Soccer THURSDAY - APRIL 19 Varsity Baseball Home vs Avery Men's Tennis at Oak Hill 4:30 p.m. Golf Away at Yadkin Country Club 4 p.m. This week in Husky sports Husky softball team divides games by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The varsity Huskies softball team was scheduled for back-to-back games last Thursday and Friday. On Thursday, the team hosted the Hibriten Panthers in a rescheduled non-conference game. The Huskies defeated the Panthers easily with a 7-2 victory. They followed up with a road game on Friday as they traveled to North Surry for a conference pairing with the Greyhounds. The Huskies were not as fortunate as they lost a tough game in extra innings by a final score of 2- 1. In the non-conference match up with the Hibriten Panthers, the Huskies were able to win easily with a 72 final score. The Huskies jumped on the Panthers early when Juliana Morton and Cori Revis were able to score after they both hit a single. Tiffany Jones and Whitney Spagnolo contributed with singles, and Kendra Blevins reached first with a walk. However, the Panthers answered in the clutch as their pitcher struck out a batter for the third out with the bases loaded. Both teams remained quiet Photo courtesy of Karlton Yearick Brittany Parsons fields a ground ball and prepares to throw the runner out at first during a Huskies' recent home game. during the second, third, and fourth inning. Heading into the fifth inning, the Huskies were winning 2-0, but the Panthers had intentions of tying the score up. The Panthers were able to take advantage of consecutive hits and drove two runs in to tie the score at 2-2 as the game headed into the bottom of the fifth inning. The Huskies did not Photo courtesy of Karlton Yearick Larken Mikeal digs in for a base hit during a Huskies recent game. get discouraged from the Panthers productive inning and they responded when Juliana Morton led off the inning with a single. Cori Revis and Kendra Yearick each followed with singles to drive in Morton, but were left on base and the inning was concluded with Ashe County winning again, 3-2. The Panthers entered into their drought again in the sixth inning, and the Huskies took full advantage. In the bottom half of the sixth inning, the team extended their lead to an impressive five-runs. The run by the Huskies was initiated after the Panthers retired the first two batters, and then Juliana Morton started the run with a triple. Cori Revis followed with a single, and Kendra Yearick also got on base with a single. Tiffany Jones drove both runners in with a triple and then Kendra Blevins drove Jones in with a single for the fourth run of the inning. Blevins was stranded on base as the following Husky struck out to end the inning with the Huskies winning 7-2. The Panthers had one last attempt at a comeback, but the Huskies' defense played tough and retired the Panthers' batting order to conclude the game with the 7-2 victory. Kendra Yearick was on the Photo by Michael Graybeal Eric Johnson starts out the 5K race strong and sets his pace for the race. Eric Johnson, a 2006 graduate from Ashe County High School, competed in the Ap­ palachian Open Track Meet last Friday at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Johnson is a freshman member of the track team at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Johnson also ran with the cross-country team at UNCW in the fall. Johnson competed in the 5K event and finished with a final time of 18:33.07. Johnson was a four-year letterman in cross-country while in high school, competed with the track and field team for four years, and lettered twice, and also ran on the in­ door track team for three years. Johnson's parents, Mike and Beth Johnson of Lansing was on hand to watch him compete in the event along with his grandparents, Lib and Herb Bare of Beaver Creek. Other spectators included former coaches John Sullivan, who has moved on to coach at North Buncombe High School, and Logan Freeman, cross-country and tennis coach at Ashe County High School. Soccer shuts out North Surry by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The varsity soccer team traveled to North Surry on Friday evening to face the Greyhounds in a conference match. The Greyhounds are currently ranked sixth in the conference with the Huskies See Softball, page 8 in contention for second place. The Huskies were able to show the Greyhounds' weaknesses during the game, as they were able to cruise to an 8-0 victory. The Huskies struggled in numbers as they played the majority of the game with eleven players, and a stretch of approximately five minutes with ten players due them an early 2-0 lead. The to an injury in the second game then turned into a half. The Huskies were able defensive battle. For the Photo by Michael Graybeal to pass efficiently and make following three innings, the Leia Eldreth (left #2) passes the ball to Belinda Price (right thoughtful attacking runs Huskies held the Vikings despite their low numbers. #12) during the game at North Surry. scoreless, and they returned The effective passes and runs prior to halftime, and at the four goals in the second half the favor to the Huskies. were shown in the final score. intermission they led 4-0. to end the game winning by a In the top half of the fourth In the first half, the Huskies In the second half, the mammoth 8-0 final score. inning, the Huskies were jumped out to a quick 2-0 goal Huskies did not slow their Ashton Little and Nancy able to break the drought by in the first 15 minutes. The momentum and continued Jones led the Huskies with driving in a run to increase Huskies were able to expand to increase their lead. The two goals apiece. Little had a their lead to 3-0. However, that lead by another two goals Huskies punched in another See Soccer, page 8 the Vikings responded with a run of their own in the bottom half of the fourth to narrow the Husky' lead to 3-1. The Huskies did not feel threatened though as they were able to score an impressive five runs in the top half of the fifth inningto break the game open. The Huskies again held the Vikings scoreless in the bottom half of . * m the fifth inning. In the sixth inning, the / V i 0 Vikings were able to score ' V* another run and held the Huskies scoreless to cut f g * - . — Km the deficit to 8-2. The final inning for the Huskies was a scoreless affair and the Vikings answered by driving in two runs, but the Huskies earned the required three outs prior to more Vikings' runs to end the game with the Huskies winning 8-3. Keaton Mash was the pitcher for the Huskies and he pitched all seven innings. Photo by Michael Graybeal Mash gave up ten hits, four Baseball wins backto-back games by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The varsity baseball team schedule featured back-toback games last week. The team first traveled to Avery High School on Thursday to face the Vikings. The Huskies were able to escape the Vikings with an 8-4 victory. The team then traveled to Mt. Airy on Friday for a conference game against the North Surry Greyhounds. After a heated battle, the Huskies claimed another victory with a final score of 5-3. The game at Avery opened up with the Huskies hitting the Vikings hard early. In the first inning, the Huskies batted in two runs to give Photo courtesy of Jeremy Moorhouse close call at the plate goes in favor of the Huskies when de Guyton was able to get past Jon Nichols, the Grey>unds catcher. See Baseball, page 8 Lorna Vega is able to get this shot past the charging keeper from North Surry to score dur­ ing the 8-0 Husky victory on Friday evening. �PAGE 7 TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS ] "Girls Got Game" Basketball Camp June 26-June 28, 2007 9:00-12 noon For Rising First Grade Girls thru Rising Eighth Grade Girls CAMP GOAL The purpose of Girls Got Game camp is to develop and improve basketball skills in a hardworking yet fun environment. WHO IS ELIGIBLE Girls Got Game camp is open to any girl entering the first through eighth grade. on One competitions, and dribbling competitions for younger players. LOCATION The camp will be held in the gymnasiums on the campus of Ashe County High School.. WHAT TO BRING Participants are required to wear COST The cost of the camp is $50, which includes a camp T-Shirt, limited insurance policy and lunch after each day of camp. If you register at the door, the camp fee will be $60. i Brochures and Registration forms may be picked up at Westwood Elementary, Blue Ridge Elementary, Mountain View Elementary, ACMS and also ACHS. only court shoes. Participants may also want to bring extra money for concessions, which will be sold each day during break. SPECIAL INFORMATION Participants will not be allowed to chew gum in the gyms. Trophies will be awarded to winners of Hot Shot, Free Throws, One Please Note: $20 Non-Refundable Deposit is due by JUNE 1, 2007 —- High Country Soccer Camp June 18-20 *Hardee's 9 a.m.- noon ATHLETE ^^^ of the WEEK *Checks should be made payable to 'High Country Our Athlete of the Week, Dustln Absher is a member of the varsity baseball team. Absher was the pitcher for the Huskies during their 5-3 victory at North Surry. Abser Mail registration and release forms to: Richard Gill 121 Wicker St. West Jefferson, NC 28694 — Form | Player name: School: I Parent(s) name(s): . Address: presents the Soccer Camp' Trophies and Awards will be give out during the last day of camp What to bring- Shin guards, cleats, and water bottle Directed by Richard Gill Ashe County High School Soccer Field Boys and Girls that are rising 4th thru 9th graders Camp Goal- To teach the basic fundamentals of soccer, and lay a framework for future players while having a great time with the sport of soccer Cost- The cost of the camp is $50 which includes a camp T-shirt, a limited insurance policy and lunch after each camp day rRegistration — — pitched 7 innings, 6 strike outs, and only 1 earned run. Absher also — — — led the team in offense going 2-3 n with one RBI. Age: Grade in Fall '07: | Home Phone #: Emergency Contact Name and #: I T-Shirt Size (Adult Sizes): X-Small Stop by HdrQ66S each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! 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F I PU« • wry*..1FPC imkb 1.1.1. IfeM tolwIIlWurtftil rill MY acfitMll lllfe t SS SO in await awaaa tana cta|t at, ka raaaaW tin ca«»#aiaMlfef Orfaaati •( '• *«" •' "J* W« Off* niMfe la Satact few" «fe Owt'i ( r»<aw cthi uktaa A. lawtai lta> ivaM JOW KBI 4ife» *n* •* ******* tm u4 mi MMI kaacd wil Sarabandtiria, r.«—««». il I Dmti i—t—j �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Baseball Soccer continued from page 6 continued from page 6 to score any insurance runs in the seventh inning and the fate of the team rested in their defensive performance in the bottom half of the seventh inning. The Greyhounds first two batters were unable to get on base, but the following batter was able to get on base with a two out single. The Greyhounds hopes of coming back was ended when the following batter flew out to shallow center when the Huskies' short-stop Jake Miller drifted into the outfield to grab the third out of the game. Dustin Absher pitched the entire seven innings during the Huskies' win. Absher claimed six strikeouts, walked two batters, and allowed only one earned run on nine hits. Dustin Absher also led the team at the plate with a 2-3 performance with one RBI. Jake Miller and Kyle Guyton were the only other Huskies to record a hit in the game. The Huskies will return to action tonight when they travel to Starmount High School to face the Rams. runs, and walked one batter. Mash retired four Viking batters on strikes. Jake Miller led the Huskies' offense with a 2-4 performance at the plate and had one RBI and scored one run. Dustin Absher, Keaton Mash, Josh Ferguson, and David Marino each also had an RBI in the contest. The second game of the week featured the Huskies traveling to face their rivalry, the North Surry Greyhounds. The game opened up with the Huskies again jumping out to an early 2-0 lead in the first inning. In a replication of the previous game, the game then turned into pure defense. Neither team was able to score until the top Photo by Michael Graybeal half of the fifth inning when the Huskies strung together Josh Ferguson prepares for hits to take advantage of a a pitch during the Huskies frustrated Greyhounds team. victory on Friday. With a tough play at the plate where a collision between David Marino and the Greyhounds catcher escalated the Greyhounds emotions, the frustration motivated the Huskies to score three runs in the top half of the inning. The three runs by the Huskies allowed their lead to increase to 5-0 with only two innings to play. In the bottom half of the sixth inning the Greyhounds were finally able to claim their first runs of the game. The Greyhounds were able to load the bases and with a hit into the outfield scored one run and then managed to score another run with the following hit. However, with composure by the Huskies pitcher, Dustin Absher, a strike out of the following batter gave the Huskies their second out of the inning and a routine ground ball permitted Photo by Michael Graybeal the Huskies to escape the Dustin Absher pitches a strike to strike out the second out inning winning 5-2. during the seventh inning Friday night. The Huskies were unable tally of six shots on goal and Jones had four shots on goal along with one assist. Brandy Houser and Lorna Vega each added a goal, and Houser tallied up a total of three assists during the game. The highlight of the game was when Leia Eldreth, a vital part of the Huskies' defense, was able to make a run up the field and score a goal. Eldreth also had an assist during the game. Stephanie Ratliff and Belinda Price each had an assist also. The Huskies will return to action this evening when they travel to Starmount to face the Rams. The contest is significant due to the Huskies and Rams being closely ranked in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference. r $ ' %3? f, T%m w m Photo by Michael Graybeal Brandy Houser takes a shot on goal during the Huskies' 8-0 victory. in being an umpire for the Ashe County Little Then you should attend the meeting on Thursday, April 19th at 7:00pm at Family Central. H U H For more information call: • Jeff Walters at 846-1783 or 977-9430 Softball continued from page 6 mound for the Huskies for the entire seven innings. Yearick permitted two Panthers to reach base on walks, but retired 13 batters with strikeouts. The Huskies followed their game against the Panthers with a trip to Mt. Airy for a conference contest against the North Surry Greyhounds. The Huskies and Greyhounds have a strong rivalry in years past with many fans often referring to the match up during the 2005 season. The record setting game in the 2005 season was the NCHSAA's longest softball game on record, lasting 26 innings, and the Huskies were able to score two runs in the 26 inning to win 2-0. The game lasted over the course of two suspensions and was concluded on the third day. Many flashbacks occurred on Friday as the teams could not decide the winner during regulation innings as the score was tied 1-1. The Huskies were able to take an early lead in the second inning when Larken Mikeal got on base with a single, and eventually scored for the Huskies to go ahead 1-0. The Huskies defense was able to keep the Greyhounds scoreless for the following two innings, but in the fourth inning they were able to score. When the first batter of the inning drew a walk from Kendra Yearick, the Huskies' pitcher, it put the tying run on first. The two following Greyhounds batters advanced the runner with singles and on the second single, the runner crossed home plate to tie the score. The Huskies responded by getting three outs prior to another run scoring to strand two runners and to conclude the inning with the score tied 1-1. The Huskies had an opportunity in the fifth inning when Kelly Hudler hit a single, which was followed up by a walk by Danielle Wood, but both of the Huskies' base runners were left on base and the game remained tied at 1- 1. The Greyhounds' offense mirrored the Huskies with their opening batter getting on base with a double, but the tough Huskies' defense denied the batter's advancements and earned three out to keep the game tied at 1-1. The defensive stop gave the Huskies' offense momentum in the sixth inning and Brittany Parsons was able to get on base for the Huskies with a walk with one out. Kendra Blevins followed up with a single to advance Parsons. Unfortunately for the Huskies, Kaitlin Smith reached base, but on a fielder's choice for the second out and then the following batter got out for the Huskies to leave two runners on base to end the top half of the sixth inning. In the bottom half, the Greyhounds again were able to get a runner on base with a drawn walk. The Huskies' defense then earned three straight outs to end the inning with the score still tied 1-1. The seventh inning was another opportunity for the Huskies. Kendra Yearick reached first with a single and was advanced when Tiffany Jones drew a walk. The Huskies bats were not productive from that point on and both Yearick and Jones were left on base at the conclusion of the top half of the seventh inning. The game was extended into extra innings following the three-hitter inning for the Greyhounds and in the eighth inning, Brittany Parsons hit a single to represent the winning run for the Huskies. However, the Greyhounds defense was tough and prevented Parsons from scoring and ended the eighth inning with the score still tied 1-1. The Huskies could not produce any offense during the top half of the ninth inning, but the Greyhounds were able to get a runner on base with a single. With the winning run on base, a hit could possibly win the game for the Greyhounds, and a single by the following batter drove in the runner to .conclude the game with the Greyhounds winning 2-1. Kendra Yearick was on the mound again for the Huskies and pitched the entire game. Yearick only allowed three walks and struck out six batters. The Huskies defense committed six errors compared to the Greyhounds two. The loss to the Greyhounds dropped the Huskies' conference record to 5-2 and their overall record to 9-5, including the victory over Hibriten. The Huskies will return to action this evening when they travel to Starmount High School to face the Rams in a conference match up. 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Please check our Friday, April for the winner information on this race. ^ �TUESDAY, APRIL 17, JEFFERSON POST 2007 PAGE 9 COMMUNITY NEWS Board of Realtors holds April baby shower drive Five year old Joshua Taylor, son of Angie and Jimmy Taylor, held his own personal art show to benefit the Ashe County Humane Society. Joshua did all of the painting himself and donated all proceeds to the animals of Ashe County. The ASU Math Camp 2007. For the 10th year, The Department of Mathematical Sciences at ASU is offering a sum­ mer enrichment expe­ rience in mathematics for rising 6th through 12th graders. The dates of Math Camp are June 25th through June 28th from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. at Walker Hall on the Ap­ palachian State Univer­ sity campus. The cost is $95.00 for four evenings with snacks provided by CiCi's, Harris Teeter, KFC and Subway. Reg­ ister at www.camps.appstate.edu For more in­ formation contact Anita Kitchens 828-264-0181. Energy conservation workshops to be held E-Conservation - The Power to Control What you Spend is an ongoing project of North Carolina Cooperative Extension and North Caroli­ na State University. The Ex­ tension office is pleased to of­ fer energy audits to qualified home owners in Ashe County. Professional energy auditors will conduct a 3 to 4 hour in­ spection of your home includ­ ing a blower door test to check for house holes and energy leaks. Auditors will provide homeowners with a written evaluation and recommen­ dations on ways to improve the home's energy efficiency. Then, the homeowners will be responsible for acting on those recommendations, mak­ ing energy efficient changes in their home and habits. A $500.00 value, these audits will cost homeowners $100.00 through this special program; there are a limited number of audits available. Extension will be scheduling the audits soon. To participate in the Ex­ tension project, the home must be no larger than 2,000 square fee; have only 1 heat­ ing/air conditioning system; be 5 years old or older; and be in Ashe County. Next, the homeowners must attend an energy con­ servation workshop through North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service. The next classes will be at the Agricul­ tural Service Center on May 21 at 6:00 p.m., May 23 at 10:00 a.m. and again at 2:00 p.m. on May 23. These are day and evening classes and reservations are required. You may register to attend one of these classes by calling the North Carolina Coopera­ tive Extension, Ashe County Center at (336) 219-2650. To qualify for an energy audit, the homeowner will need to provide a year of util­ ity bills (available through your utility company), and agree to be present at the home during the 4 hour audit, pay the auditor $100.00 and to participate in surveys after the energy audit. Feel free to contact Caro­ lyn Shepherd, Interim County Extension Director, at North Carolina Cooperative Exten­ sion, Ashe County Center at (336) 219-2650 for more in­ formation. Photo courtesy of Martie Latham Cub Scout Pack 214 of West Jefferson would like to send out a special "Thank You" to Wal-Mart in West Jefferson for a recent grant. The Pack received $1000 from a Good Works Grant to help buy equipment. Thank You Wal-Mart and Good Works Coordinator Sandy Roten for all your help and sup­ port. Ashe County Republican Party to hold Lincoln Day dinner Keynote Speaker to be former N.C. Supreme Court Justice Robert F. Orr, Republican candidate for governor The Ashe County Repub­ lican Party will hold its an­ nual Lincoln Day Dinner on Friday, May 4, at 6 p.m. at Greenfield Restaurant: The keynote speaker will be Jus­ tice Robert F. Orr, former As­ sociate Justice on the North Carolina Supreme Court and a current Republican candi­ date for governor in 2008. Justice Robert F. Orr re­ tired on July 31, 2004 after 18 years of service to the citizens of North Carolina as an Asso­ ciate Justice on the N.C. Su­ preme Court and as a Judge on the N.C. Court of Appeals. Since retiring from the bench, Justice Orr has served as the Executive Director and Se­ nior Counsel for The North Carolina Institute for Con­ stitutional Law, a nonprofit, public interest legal organiza­ tion based in Raleigh. He also serves as an adjunct profes­ sor at the UNC School of Law, where he teaches a seminar on the North Carolina State Constitution. Previously, he taught at the N.C. Central School of Law and the Camp­ bell University School of Law. Justice Orr earned both his undergraduate and his law degree from UNC-Chapel Hill and served three years in the U.S. Army. He is married with four children. Prior to being appointed to the bench by Governor Jim Martin in 1986, Justice Orr was in private practice in Asheville. During his judicial career, he spent almost ten years as a member of the N.C. Supreme Court and eight years before that on the N.C. Court of Appeals. Justice Orr was elected statewide four times by the voters of North Carolina — twice to the Court of Appeals and twice to the Supreme Court. Over the years, Justice HOEDOWN 8C PINTO BEAN SUPPER FRIDAY, APRIL 20TH at Mountain Music Jamboree Dinner at 6:30pm Music at 7:00pm The Ashe County Board of Realtors Community Ac­ tion Committee held an April Baby Shower Drive on April 10th during its regular monthly breakfast meeting at Fraser's Restaurant. Pro­ ceeds went to benefit the Ashe Crisis Pregnancy Center Realtors donated bundles of much needed diapers and other miscellaneous baby items in addition to over $150.00 in cash contributions. All was gratefully accepted by Brenda Adkins, Administra­ tive Assistant at the center. According to Brenda, their needs are great and further donations are sincerely ap­ preciated. For further infor­ mation on how you can help, Orr has served in a number of professional and civic po­ sitions, including his current service on the UNC School of Law's Self Study Committee and the N.C. Central School of Law's Board of Visitors. Previously, he served on the Chief Justice's Innocence Commission; the Governor's Crime Commission; Chair of the Southeastern Judicial Conference on Genetics in the Courtroom; Vice President of the N.C. Bar Association; and as member and Chair of the Secretary of the Interior's Na­ tional Park System Advisory Board. In addition, Justice Orr is a member of the Board of Directors of the Wake Coun­ ty First Tee program, and a board member at the Central YMCA. He also participates in a mentoring program and serves as a vestry member at his church. please feel free to contact the Ashe Crisis Pregnancy Cen­ ter at 846-4100. . The Ashe County Board of Realtors Community Action Committee has big plans for the month of May. On May 8th we will be conducting our first Adopt a Highway clean up day along Highway 163. We also have a Yard Sale fundraiser planned for May 19th. Funds raised will be used for our yearly Scholar­ ship Fund to be given to a deserving Ashe County High School senior as well as the Phoenix Project, which will provide assistance to Ashe County families who lose their home through fire or other natural disasters. Grading Co. , All iypes of Grading Dirt & Gravel Mauling Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & Insured Free Estimates No job too small or too large! Contact Robert Holman O f f i C C • (828)963-4069 Cell • (828)773-6736 Fax • (828) 963-861 O Respiratory Care ... A Life and Breath Career At Wilkes Community College! Looking for an exciting and dynamic career? Then consider Respiratory Care. Did you know that: • Respiratory therapists are the health professionals responsible for taking care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities of the cardiopulmonary system. • Respiratory therapists care for newborn infants, children, adults and the elderly. • The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an increase in demand for respiratory therapists of 42.6% through 2008. • Career opportunities are excellent and earning potential is competitive with other health professions. • Respiratory therapists are cardiopulmonary specialists, and as such, are respected members of the health care team. . Call today! May 31, 2007 is the deadline for completing the application process. -1 , f, | Featuring ROCK BOTTOM BLUEGRASS with ERIC HARDIN 8C FRIENDS Tickets: $12"" each or $20""/couple (In advance) $15"" each or $25(H,/couple at the door Children 12 and Under $5"" Tickets on Sale at: Paisley's Auto Sales • BlueMoon Guitars United Country Dogwood Realty T & 1) Satellite • Northwestern Bank For more information, call 336-977-2446 or 828-963-0034 Proceed go to support the charities of the Ashe htdge of Ancient Free & Accepted Masons Ashe Lodge 594, AF&AM BHfe* •JHE'' ! \ T i aOL W\ jT (PI * \f A IJrj \ v• \ W W ¥ m V/ ii For more information about obtaining an AS degree and becoming a respiratory therapist, contact the WCC Admissions Office at 336-838-6135 or call Billy W** w°°ds the Respiratory Therapy Program Director at 336-838-6496 or billy.woods@wilkescc.edu WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for Information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® I jeffer8onpost.com Web; www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHERS NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It illegal to advertise any preterencos. Limitation or discriminationi based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children undcr the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which Is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found: Male Cat, orange & white, in Graybeal Hollow area, off Little Laurel Rd. in Creston, Call 385-9077 If this is your cat. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost: Navajo Necklace2 strand, silver plated, turquoise & coral. Not expensive but has great sentimental value. Lost in the Boone/West Jefferson Area. Call 336-385-6531 with any information. 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted Cosmetologist Needed Space available for Experienced Cosmetologist, full time - part time position. Please submit application to Cutter's Edge. Call 336-246-4251 ask for Danna. The Ashe County Arts Council has an opening for a part-time position working Saturdays only in The Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center. Responsibilities include greeting visitors, selling merchandise and tickets, and light clerical duties. Enterline & Russell Builders is seeking Carpenters & Helpers for projects in Watauga, Ashe and Avery Counties. Benefits include: •Health Insurance •Paid Holidays •401K Savings Plan Apply at office in Blowing Rock. 828-295-9568 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 LICENSED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ALLEGHANY, ASHE & WATAUGA COUNTIES High Country Health Care - Home Health currently has an opening for a full or part-time, experienced, licensed Occupational Therapist to serve the agency's tri-county area (Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga Counties). Applicants must have a current North Carolina Therapy Board License and a minimum of one year of experience. Home Health experience preferred. Strong clinician, with excellent assessment skills, good time management and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Good salary and benefits package. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Mauldcn, HR Coordinator High Country Health Care 400 Shadowline Drii<e, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Telephone; (828) 265-3388 Fax: (828) 264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified: EEO and ADA employer. Need Pianist/Organist One or both for Lansing Presbyterian Church, in Lansing, NC. If interested, please call John Powers at 336-384-9049 NEEDED: TRUCK DRIVER CDL's Required. MusLhave experience- Fax work history to 828-963-8610 Call Robert for appointment 828-963-8607 RHA Health Services is taking applications for an LPN-Supervisior position located in Deep Gap, NC. Responsibilities include supervising and coordinating activities of approximately 26 Direct Support Staff and managing operations of a 15 bed non-ambulatory ICF/MR facility. Qualifications: at least 2 years supervisory experience, valid driver's license, flexible work schedule and experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Qualified applicants can apply at 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC, 28618 or call 828-262-5450. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous Call the Arts Council for application and more information, 846-ARTS BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING If you are reading this ad, you either need a job or need another job. Let Wilkes Community College and SAGE Corporation get you on the road to a great career. The jobs are out there. You just need training. •5-Week Training (behind-the-wheel and classroom instruction) •ONE STUDENT PER TRUCK •Lifetime Job Placement Assistance, Nationwide •Commerical Drivers License •SAGE Technical Training rated Tops in the industry by PDTI •Financial assistance available for those who qualify. Why wait? Great pay. great benefits, job security and a future to look forward to in as little as 6 weeks. CALL: (336)838-6509 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press. 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 310-Musical •3U MJ[ikO il M ! r« W We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy. sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information For Sale - Cyclone fence dog lot. 20'L x 10'W x 5.5 H, 3'swing­ ing door on one end. Excellent condition, $585. 336-846-9562. Fax work history to 828-963-8610. Call Robert for appointment 828-963-8607 180-Appliances 235-Christmas Trees ESTATE SALE Thursday, April 19 Friday, April 20 Saturday, April 21 Household items, furniture, tools and more! Location: 446 Greensboro Rd. Crumpler, NC KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times -— $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Frl. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. let our Classified Ads Go To Work For Yoil! Give us a Call at 846-7164 alleghany. petfinder.com 1 URGENT: Zelda is a 1 yr. old, male, shepherd mix. He's a little sweet­ heart and loves people who could resist those beautiful brown eyes? Zelda has been at the shelter the longest amount of time and faces being put to sleep to make room for incoming animals. Please help him find a great new home! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. I 260-Garage/Yard Sales URGENT! Spot is an ADORABLE 6-month old, white with tan, lab/spaniel mix. Spot has webbed feet like a lab. but also has a big spot on his back like a spaniel might. He's a very playful puppy who enjoys being petted. Spot has been at the shelter the longest amount of time and faces being put to sleep to make room for incoming animals. Please help him find a great new home! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. WANTED: EQUIPMENT OPERATORS For Sale - Washer, less than 2 years old and an older dryer for $125. Also have refrigerator with icemaker for $50. Selling all 3 for $150! Call 336-384-3194. 330-Pets 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC. Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Sampson was found as a stray that had been hit by a car. Sampson is about a 1 year old mountain dog mix. He has a big blocky face like a Bermese Mtn. dog. Sampson has a heart of gold and is just a wonderful big love bug. He has a big booboo on his back leg that is healing very nicely and has damage to one of his front legs. He now limps due to the front leg injury, but he gets along without any hindrance. If Sampson tugs at your heartstrings, please call us to make a dona­ tion to fund the surgery needed to fix his front leg at 336-363-9187 or send a check to "Savea-Pet Foundation, PO Box 187, Roaring Gap, NC 28668". Sampson will be avail­ able to adopt as soon as his back leg has healed, Save-a-Pet Foundation will help finance the surgery on his front leg, if needed, to the adopter. Some­ one please give this lovely dog a second chance he so baldly deserves. Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk! SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available i mi For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 431 - Houses for Sale House For Sale By Owner, 3 bedroom, approx. 1600 sq ft, heat pump, Monitor heater, new floor covering and new paint. Located in Jefferson, NC. $155,000. Appointment only. 336-977-6242 336-977-4460 336-877-1000 336-846-9831 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Office and warehouse space 2,400 to 3,200 sq. ft. Office designed to tenants specifica­ tions. Off Beaver Creek School Rd. in West Jefferson city limits. 336-246-9612 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 Let FREEDOM HOMES be your 1st choice! Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. MILLION DOLLAR LIQUIDATION!!! All display Models must go!!! Come and take a look.... Save thousands. New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers NEW DEALERSHIP: New Generation Homes!! Independently owned!! Save thousands!! We are not the same as all the others!!! Come and take a look!!! New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 ONE ONLY!!! 1620 SQ ft. 28x64 Double Wide. Thermopane windows, dishwasher, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, delivered and setup for ONLY $ 49,995.00 New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 Private SettingTll Horton Double Wide set up on over 1 acre of land, close to the lake!! Beautiful private Mountain views. Ready to move in. Priced at tax value. $89,900.00 Call Mark 336-973-4462. Single Wide Special!!! 2 or 3 bedroom. Vinyl Siding and shingle roof. Appliances included.... set and delivered for only $24,995.00. New Generation Homes 336-973-4462. SUPER SPECIAL: 4 bedroom with den, 2x6 exterior walls, extend­ ed roof pitch, 8' side walls... ONLY $59,995.00 and that in­ cludes delivery and set up. Order now and pick your own colors!!! 5 year warranty!! New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 Now is the time to list your business in the High Country Business Directory. Call 336-846-7164 Wendy's in West Jefferson is NOW Hiring Dayshift and Nightshift Positions Come by and see Melissa or Bob to till out an application at: 1380 Mount Jefferson Road in West Jefferson, NC * IT'S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems Is not a problem, Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. 1195-Legals Properties and Rentals at 336-246-3010. relief against you has been filed in the above entitled action. The na­ ture of the relief being sought is as follows: This the 10th day of April. 2007. NOTICE TO CREDITORS 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1090- Lawn Care Lawn Mowing Service Free quotes and fair rates. 336-877-5791 or 336-620-2122. Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Hazel Dean Lyall Blevins, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 245 N. Oakwoods Trace, Wilkesboro, NC. 28697, on or before the 3rd day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. 1115Professionals This the 29th day of March, 2007. Kti:MJ:i[»v-l:kfkiia Tony Allen Lyall Executor for the Estate of Hazel Dean Lyall Blevins FOR HIRE Let nw help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. NORTH CAROLINA CALDWELL COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION FILE NO. 07 CVD 622 High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. An absolute divorce from you based on twelve (12) months separation. You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than the 30th day of May, 2007, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. This the 11th day of April 2007. Michael P. Baumberger Attorney for the Plaintiff 108 Mulberry Street, NW Post Office Box 1644 Lenoir, NC 28645 Ph: 828-754-2496 April 17, 24, 5-01 Whose Birthi Are You Celebrating? Sttaw tAcm MARY MICHELLE FRASHER, Plaintiff, tfeuc didn't (cyt^et!11 vs. For more information, please call Firefly Graplix at 336-982-5145 or email SrUfi WILBERT JUNIOR FRASHER, Defendant ^OUAdeUf utitA <t NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 TJt^uxesK "Poat*)t Hotel 0*L<t ill" TO: WILBERT JUNIOR FRASHER Please take notice that a pleading seeking Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call UlL 846-7164 ALLIANCE 8467164 1195-Legals North Carolina Ashe County NOTICE OF SALE Take notice that on April 26, 2007, at 10 am on the premises of Smethport Storage and Kemp Storage located on Hwy 88 W in Smethport, North Caro­ lina we will offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash all of personal property located in Unit # 41, leased to Joshua Mahala, Unit # K3 (Kemp Storage) leased to Sherry Sullivan. For information, contact Carolina Mountain TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Wythevllle, Virginia 1-800-334-1203 www.alliancetractortraller.com Now TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR COOKS ALL SHIFTS! Management Opportunities Available Apply in Person No Phone Calls, Please! 146 North View Drive • Jefferson Wilkes Community College Director, Advance Materials Technology For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community |11 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Accepting Applications for: AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. RNs With Sign on Bonus Weekend Medical Technologist Looking for a Career? Look No Further!! 1195-Legals 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale We are seeking a Full-time Medical Technologist for Friday/Saturday/Sundays 5:30pm to 6:30 am shift with an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technology Program), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (NCA, ASMT) or Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Technologist (AMT, HEW) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT, ASCP, AMT, current CPR and previous computer experience preferred. Responsible for performing independently, without direct supervision, medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments and analysis to provide data for diagnosis and treatment. To apply: Apply on-line at www.ashememorial.org or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, or email to hr@ashememorial.org. Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Home Care Director Hospice Weekend RN IT Systems Engineer We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org ^0E �PAGE 11 TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Legislation introduced to perminately cap county Medicaid costs a A Almost every member of the House of Representa­ tives has signed on to H1424, which would permanently cap county Medicaid costs at 2005-06 levels and provide additional, targeted relief each year to counties with the highest percentage of Medicaid eligible citizens. The bill was introduced Wednesday, April 11, and was sponsored by Reps. Bill Ow­ ens (Pasquotank), Mickey Michaux (Durham), Paul Stam (Wake) and Doug Yongue (Scotland). The bill calls for $100 million for 2007-08 and $154 million for 2008-09 to cap county Medicaid costs at 2005-06 levels. "This is the most signifi­ cant piece of Medicaid relief legislation ever introduced due to the amount of relief involved and the overwhelm­ * V I * 1 * — a l i am m • M n m l l O f P r \ other members of» • n Q House, the M 1 including Rep. Wil Neumann (Gaston), worked to see that almost all members of the House signed on to the bill. In 2005-06, North Caro­ lina counties paid nearly $426 million to subsidize the state's Medicaid share. State legislators did provide a one­ time appropriation of up to $27.4 million in the 2006-07 budget to temporarily cap county Medicaid costs at 2005-06 levels, but a recent increase in Medicaid services costs means that counties may exceed the $27.4 million cap by at least $15 million. If the cap is not continued, state officials are already projecting county Medicaid costs to surpass half a billion dollars in 2007-08. The latest projections from the Division of Medical Assistance show A. ing and bipartisan support of the legislators who have signed onto this proposal," said NCACC Executive Di­ rector David F. Thompson. "By making the temporary cap that was enacted this year permanent, it provides substantial relief from the escalating Medicaid costs for all 100 counties. The propos­ al also provides some muchneeded additional assistance for counties where the Med­ icaid burden is particularly crippling." Rep. Owens is a former Pasquotank County commis­ sioner and NCACC president and is chair of the House Rules Committee. Reps. Michaux and Yongue are cochairs of the House Com­ mittee on Appropriations, and Rep. Stam is the House minority leader. Numerous T & I CONSTRUCTION Teresa Rogers, a well known herbalist, lecturer and writer, will address the Friends of the Library on Wed. April 25 at 11 am downstairs at the library. She will discuss anti-viral herbs and the important role they currently have. She will explain how to grow them in gardens and fields and how to identify and find them when wildcrafting. Rogers owns The Herb Gar­ den in Elk Creek, Va., where she grows over 500 herbs on the property. They are grown there in various environ­ ments including sun, shade, hillsides, rock walls, woods and creek sides. "Basically The Herb Gar­ den is a demonstration gar­ den or teaching farm used for informative purposes," said Rogers. A master herbalist conducts teaching tours by ap­ pointment. She sells clumps of herbs each spring when they Excavating & flanling • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More Appleseed JOB Too SMALL! No • Homesites • Ponds •Spring Work 'Ditching • Lot Clearing • Driveways • Basement/Footers • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington Competitive Rates • Insurance Work part time residents of Ashe County! We arc professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 • Install roofing \ Lot Maintenance Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES Call me for any project! FREE ESTIMATES!! 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 TF.RRY SAUNDERS 336-982-4651 *^336-877-1014 mm VJTJ AND K HOME IMPROVEMENT^/ Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 \^445 Wade Vanno? Dr. • West Jefferson. NC, iy SPACE AVAILABLE^* J f h s SPACE IS AVAILABLE FOR ONLY ROOP'S ROOFING $50 A MOUTH All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs 3Y Year* Experience • Licensed in North Carolina \ U Senior Citizens Discounts Lawn Services • GRASS CUTTING AND TRIMMING BBB • BUSIIHOGGING • SMALL BACKHOE ASHE COUNTY ROOFING FREE ESTIMATES of all kinds '10-12 RUNS PER MOUTH PUBLISHED TWICE A WEEK AND IN OUR TOTAL TANTA SHOPPER • Hoof Painting » Insured Ac ALL Hark Guaranteed Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties North Wilkesboro fi I 336-670-3554 •Mf/farwn |)f Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation ROOFING Appalachian Roofing Co. Lawn Care, Inc. Quality Home Repairs 336-385-2346 VMobile: 336-977-1312j i need thinning. "All our herbs are organic, historically correct and re­ searched pharmacologically," explained Rogers. Though Rogers has two degrees from ag schools, most of her knowledge has been a lifelong experience. "Herbs are part of my thinking and who I am. I am from a long line of herbal pharmacists, so I learned hands on. I re­ call my grandmother success­ fully treating many people in the community, and I grew up in a house that was an ER of sorts." In addition to garden tours Rogers offers herbal spa ser­ vices Including facials, ear can­ dling, foot reflexology and herbal healing. She serves vegetarian lunches prepared by a haute cuisine chef who trained at Le Cordon Blue. Total Lawn Care ^lowntam Field Residential & Commercial the county share is projected to jump to $517 million for 2007-08 - an increase of 21 percent over 200f>-06 expen­ ditures. "County budgets cannot keep pace with the rapidly escalating Medicaid costs," said NCACC President Terry Garrison, a Vance County commissioner. "Institut­ ing a permanent cap means that counties will no longer be faced with funding the dramatic increases in a pro­ gram over which we have no control. This will enable us to use our local tax dollars to meet our school construc­ tion and other infrastructure needs." A recent survey by the De­ partment of Public Instruc­ tion revealed nearly $10 bil­ lion of school capital needs over the next five years. Master herbalist to speak ^ptj§ FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop FRO; ESTIMATES CALL GERALOINE TODAY AT 336-846-7164 Lansing, NC 336-384-2063 Allen Miller 336-384-3033 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE^ EU.V TREE SERVICE Sony Sharp BOB'S TREE SERVICE Mountain View1*,pioneer TV Center — Serving the High Country 'Fully Insured" • Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES SUCTMIT SXFMTA 607C S. 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Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner ELECTRICAL Industrial • Commercial • Residential MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES ,i zenith TV'S & HOME THEATRES Mountain Welding Roy Combs Tree< Seirtric£< SALES & SERVICE POURED WALLS Mark Shepherd Masonry Const., Inc. 20 years experience, licensed and insured 336-384-3038 OOLS ON WHEELS • Remodel Jobs RJ CAINE • Deeks • Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs it Maintenance 336-384-4352 �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Are you "House Blind"? Fire up design ideas (MS) - After we live in a house for a while, the wear and tear of family life can slowly take its toll. We may not notice the gradual build­ up of clutter and accumula­ tion of minor damage in the form of breaks, tears, leaks and cracks that can result in a certain shabby look to the home you love. Interior deco­ rators call it being "houseblind" or getting so used to a room that you unconsciously overlook what is spoiling its beauty...like that dusty, be­ draggled silk ficus tree in the corner that looked so good five years ago. Interior designers recom­ mend some easy steps for removing the blinders and taking action to give your sur­ roundings a fresh new start. •Enter the room as if for the first time and look - re­ ally LOOK - at everything in it. You will be amazed at how much stuff has just accumu­ lated over time. You will also notice that some things which used to look great have be­ come faded, frayed or worn or just don't fit there anymore. •Get rid of them - be mer­ ciless. Eliminate all items that detract from the room's design or d6cor or just don't belong there. Some decora­ tors recommend removing everything from a room and then putting back only the things that really support the look you want. •Consider a fresh coat of paint to brighten a tired room or new fabric on a favorite chair. Have the window cov­ erings cleaned. •Look for wear and tear in what you just can't give up and repair it if possible. Some damage, depending on the type of room, may include worn or torn fabric, a cracked piece of tile or broken ceramic figure, linoleum that is lifting, loose drawer pulls or towel racks, wobbly table legs, un­ raveling wicker, leaking hos­ es, loose woodwork and nicks in the paint. Restoring beauty to a room doesn't have to be expensive. Many household repairs re­ quire only a tube of good ad­ hesive. You will be amazed to find that even if you need to glue, seal or bond a wide va­ riety of materials, you really don't need a special adhesive for each job. A one-part ad­ hesive that dries to a clear, rubbery, flexible, waterproof finish is usually the best bet for most projects. One of the strongest and most versatile one part adhesives available is Amazing GOOP® All Purpose adhesive by Eclectic Products, Inc. It replaces glues, paste, rubber contact cement, silicone and patch kits. It is unsurpassed for permanently repairing, mending, and sealing, and for bonding two different materials together. Amazing GOOP® All Purpose is ready to use right out of the tube and easy to apply. It won't break, crack or chip under pressure. It dries clear and can be painted to maximize its resistance to UV rays. The rubbery, flexible, wa­ terproof nature of adhesives like Amazing GOOP® All Purpose is great for creating a protective coating for vinyl dish racks (so the underlying metal won't wear through and rust) and worn lamp and appliance cords. Also use it to seal drainpipes and sink and washer hoses. "If you are repairing a leaky hose, for example,"says Dr. Omar Tiba, Eclectic Prod­ ucts' Chemist, "the adhesive must remain flexible after drying or it will just crack or chip off. It also needs to be waterproof and UV-resistant." Because Amazing GOOP® remains flexible when dry, it has a unique ability to with­ stand movement and the contraction and expansion caused by temperature ex­ tremes. It can also accommo­ date the difference in drying time when two unlike materi­ als are bonded, such as metal to wood. It excels at reat­ taching loose drawer facings and countertop ceramic tiles. Use it to create beautiful mo­ saic tile tables and restore cracked or broken ceramic pieces that are not used for eating or drinking. Wicker, wood, metal, glass, ceramic, rubber, cement, leather, marble, plastic, PVC/ ABS, tile, vinyl, and even fab­ ric: repair it, bond it to an­ other material or just glue it back together Dr. Tiba advises that no matter which one-part adhe­ sive you use, follow these tips for success: • Surfaces should be clean, dry and free from dirt. For best results, roughen surfac­ es before applying glue. • If the tube has been stored in a cool place, hold it under warm water to increase ease of application. • Apply a thin coat of ad­ hesive, like Amazing GOOP® All Purpose, directly to each surface to be bonded or re­ paired. Allow to partially cure 2 to 10 minutes before bringing the two surfaces together. Because Amazing GOOP® has one of the stron­ gest bonds of any one-part adhesive, carefully position the two surfaces before ap­ plying pressure. • Allow the repair to dry for 24 hours, more or less, depending on room tempera­ ture. The warmer the room, the faster it dries. So take the blinders off, be brave in tossing what doesn't belong and give what's left new life with a simple tube of adhesive that "Glues What­ ever And Bonds Forever." Most home improvement and hardware stores carry a large variety of adhesives, including Amazing GOOP® All Purpose. For more infor­ mation about fast and easy repair of almost anything with one part adhesives, con­ tact Eclectic Products, Inc. at 1-800-767-4667 or visit the company's Web site at www. amazinggoop.com. (MS) - Perhaps you have been thinking about giving your fireplace a makeover, but it just wasn't practical during the peak cold-weather season. Now that the weather is warming, it is a good time to reassess plans for revamp­ ing a fireplace to improve its function or appearance. Fireplaces can be assets and add to the value of a home, but only if they're in good working order and are functional and attractive in a space. To begin on a fireplace project, it's first important to understand the decorative features that make up a fire­ place. 1. Face material: This is is the material, either stone, brick or marble, that sur­ rounds the fireplace opening. On dramatic or full-wall fire­ places, the face material may extend from floor to ceiling. 2. Surround: A full sur­ round outlines the opening of a fireplace. It is a decorative feature that often ties into the overall design scheme of the fireplace. 3. Mantle: A mantle is traditionally a wood shelf or beam that rests above the opening of the fireplace. It is a decorative element and one that lends drama to the fire­ place design. 4. Screen: Screens can co­ ordinate with room design and appeal to enliven a bor­ ing fireplace. Some also serve as protection against embers. When changing the look of a fireplace, modifying the above elements can offer the most dramatic impact. Think about how the fireplace fits into the room and your over­ all design. Brick can be warm and cozy, but may not co­ ordinate with your modern theme. Changing the face ma­ terial can quickly update the look of a fireplace. If the bud­ get allows, reface with stone, marble or another surface material that appeals to you. Or, if you seek a quick, but dramatic fix, consider paint­ ing existing brick the same color as your walls so that the fireplace becomes less of a fo­ cal point and more cohesive in the room. Redoing a mantle is an­ other way to transform the look of a fireplace. Sometimes mantles are not proportion­ ally sized in relation to the scale of a fireplace and can overpower or be lost. If you are painting face brick to co­ ordinate with wall color, con­ sider a bolder mantle color so it pops and defines the open­ ing. One of the easiest facelifts you can give to a fireplace is a good cleaning and a new screen. Removing old resi­ due and stains from the face of the fireplace can refresh the look. There are a variety of screens available that can be custom-fit or freestanding for your fireplace. Accessorize with irons and tools to add even more design appeal. What's tops in kitchen renovation? Insurance smarts (MS) - Most people know that kitchens are hot spots for remodels. They're also one of the rooms in the house that potential buyers are most interested in if they've been modernized. There are certain kitchen trends that have emerged this past year that are popping up in many homes across the country. According to the American Institute of Architects (ALA), which regularly keeps track of housing trends through their Home Design Trends Survey, the following are some of the most prevalent "wants" in to­ day's kitchens: • Larger pantry space • High-end appliances • Integration with family space • Natural stone counters Sp'utUj Clcfin 7£etjimfit • Island work a^eas • Natural wood cabinets Synthetic, solid-surface countertops that experienced a boom in years past have started to decline in popularity, with natu­ ral stone such as gran­ ite still ranking above others. Plus, there is a greater number of square feet being devot­ ed to kitchens to account for their popularity as the family gathering spot. And the number of separate cooking fa­ cilities throughout the home are increasing, including the additions of outdoor kitchens in many areas of the coun­ try. (MvS) - Home improvements can mean added value to your home, a more pleasurable living space and possibly the need to change your ho­ meowners insurance policy. According to the In­ surance Information Institute, around 40 percent of homeowners who say they have significantly remodeled their homes have not updated their homeowners insurance to reflect the added value. You shouldn't wait to add additional coverage af­ ter the improvements are completed. Talk to your insurance agent about what your renovations will entail before you begin, and he or she can help de­ termine if your current policy will cover the add­ ed value and the potential extra liability you'll need from having workers in your home. You'll also want protection if the remodel is damaged or destroyed before it's completed. 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Defending your home, yard, and the ones you love from a formidable enemy - the ant - can be like a grown up game of King of the Hill. It's you or the ant. Fortunately, homeowners everywhere can confidently do battle using modern, effective "weaponry" and the latest tactics against those pesky ants. Here is an easy-to-implement battle plan designed to defend your camp . and ultimately win the war. "There are two basic ways to get rid of ants," says Stew­ art Clark, technical director of Senoret Chemical Com­ pany, makers of TERRO® brands, the country's leading ant control treatments. "Aero­ sol sprays will show immedi­ ate results, but the ants will quickly return because the colony has not been destroyed. Using liquid bait delivers a more long-term solution be­ cause you are using the ants as a 'delivery' system to at­ tack the queen in her nest." Liquid baits are surpris­ ingly simple in the way they work. TERRO liquid baits are made from a natural ingredi­ ent, Borax, which has a very low toxicity, but is deadly to ants. As the ant foragers from the colony look for food, they are attracted to the sweet liq­ uid in the baits. Unwittingly, they consume the liquid and carry it back to the colony to share. The result is the elimi­ nation of the colony - and your ant problems. There are more than 550 species of ant in the United States. Depending on the spe­ cies and their age, ants will seek out a variety of sweets, grease, starch or protein. Some varieties even feed on other insects. Ants are usu­ ally just a nuisance, but there re some species that can cre­ ate bigger problems, such as the destruction of wood or the painful sting of the fire ant. Inspecting Your Barracks (looking for ants around your home): Start an inspection in the area where the ants are first noticed. Common indoor locations of ant activity are the kitchen, laundry room and the bathroom. These rooms tend to cater directly to what the ant is looking for: mois­ ture, food and warmth. Once, an ant is found, the hunt is on. Instead of killing the ant, follow it. Since worker ants are sent out from the main and faulty sprinklers. When searching for ants outside the home, look for "ant highways" or foraging trails. These trails are simply a fine of marching ants that leads from their home to yours. Of­ ten, these trails are most ac­ tive during the morning or evening. Walk around the pe­ rimeter of the house and care­ fully check for ant trails. Pull back the garden mulch, turn over rocks, or look under piec­ es of wood in order to locate activity. Inspect around all potential entry points includ­ ing windows, doors, exhaust vents, faucets, sliding glass doors and driveway cracks. Also check for ants trailing up the sides of the building or along gutters. Remember: leaves and tree limbs in con­ tact with a house are always special hot spots for damag­ ing carpenter ants. Still Marching One by One? (if the ants continue to march): Since most ant infestations are linked to a colony that is actually located underground outside the house, setting up a preventive barrier around a house may be needed to keep a home ant-free. Once a house has been baited insidefor at least a week, begin ap­ plying an outdoor granular or ant dust product around the perimeter of the house. The TERRO Outdoor Ant Killer is packaged in a three-pound shaker bag and is designed to allow the granules to be dis­ tributed in a five foot band around the typical house. No spreader is needed. "Whatever you do," says Clark, "try to minimize any disturbance to the nest it­ self. When there's an outside threat to a colony, the colony may split into several colonies, which can make the problem harder to resolye. Remember, also, that there are no imme­ diate fixes for'an ant problem, but patience and diligence can pay off." Call in Reinforcements (ask the experts): If ants are still present, it may be help­ ful to determine what species they are. The most common­ ly found ants in the United States are on TERRO's Web site, www.terro.com. Or you can mail a sample ant to the company and they will iden­ tify it at no charge and help you determine an action plan. For more information, e-mail sclark@terro.com or call the company toll free at (800) 837-7644. colony in search of moisture and food to bring back, fol­ lowing an ant is a sure way to find out how they are enter­ ing the house. Look for ants that are carrying small bits of food, or ants that are leaving a placement of bait. For this, a bright flashlight and patience are needed. During the "search" phase, make sure to store all food in airtight containers, wipe up crumbs and keep counters clean. Ants will find a way into your pet's food, so create a "moat" by putting the pet's bowl in a larger, shallow sau­ cer of water to prevent the ants from gaining access to the food. Set a Trap for the Enemy (use liquid bait inside): The first, and sometimes the only, treatment step needed to con­ trol ants is to bait the ant with liquid ant bait (available at most hardware and home-im­ provement chains). The small plastic trays filled with sweet liquid attract ants quickly. This liquid is then distributed to other ants, including the queen. Baiting is the best way to control ants - the ants do the work, and there is no need for exposure to harsh chemi­ cal sprays. Place a liquid ant bait sta­ tion close to where ants are lo­ cated indoors. Using the bait station eliminates the prob­ lem of the bait drying out, and gives the ants a continu­ ous supply of liquid, day and night. Liquid ant baits are specifically designed to kill the worker ant in two or three days. This slow kill is needed to allow time for the foraging ants to make several trips to the bait, and deliver enough bait to the rest of the colony. On days four and five, there should be a significant de­ crease in the number of ants visiting the bait. Inspect Your Camp's Pe­ rimeter (look outside your home for sources of ants): It's important to eliminate easy, obvious places where ants can enter the home. Seal any no­ ticeable cracks or holes where ants are entering the house, especially large carpenter ants. Remove any firewood, bricks, branches or other de­ bris that are close to the foun­ dation outside. These serve as harborage sites for ant colo­ nies. Trim all trees or shrubs that are close to the house. Remove or repair all outside sources of moisture such as leaking gutters, hoses, faucets Get Year Vehicle Readg f®r Spring Vacation! Paint an aged metal look (MS) - Aged metal accent pieces can add a touch of drama and elegance to any room in your home. While a beautiful baroque mirror, aged bronze lamp or patinaed copper vase can command a hefty price at the local an­ tique shop, it's easy and in­ expensive to transform ordi­ nary household objects into extraordinary "Old World" masterpieces thanks to mod­ ern paint technology. New decorative painting systems, like Modern Mas­ ters® Metal Effects®, can help you achieve a variety of beautiful aged metal finishes on old lamps, wood picture frames, ceramic sculptures anything you can paint. And it's so easy even an inexpe­ rienced painter can create a modern masterpiece. Here's how: •Prep the surface with Modern Masters Metal Ef­ fects Acid Blocking Primer. This specialty primer will seal the surface of the object you're painting and prevent PAGE 13 aging solutions and activa­ tors from altering the desired finish. •Apply a coat of reactive metallic paint. Metal Effects Reactive Metallic Paints are water-based for easy appli­ cation and clean-up. They are available in a variety of rich colors - copper, pale gold, harvest gold, rich gold, iron, bronze and baroque - to ap­ peal to a variety of tastes and to complement any d6cor. •Apply a coat of patina aging solution, like one of the Metal Effects Patina Ag­ ing Solutions & Activators. Metal Effects Green, Blue and Black Patina Aging So­ lutions react with the metal particles in Metal Effects Re­ active Paints, speeding up the oxidation process to create beautiful green, blue or black patinas in just minutes. Or, apply Metal Effects Baroque Activator to Baroque Metal­ lic Paint or Rust Activator to Metal Effects Iron Paint to create the rich finish of the Baroque period or a real weathered rust finish. •Protect your work with a coat of a protective sealer, like Metal Effects Permacoat Patina Sealer to protect the painted surface and prevent further oxidation. 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For more information, please call the Consumer and Family Advisory Committee Liaison at 828-264-9007 6 p.m.: Everyone is invit­ ed to attend the monthly Republican Party meeting. The meeting will be held at 6 N. Jefferson Ave. (former­ ly Chamber of Commerce Office). If you have any ques­ tions please call 384-9120. 7 p.m.: Learn how to "Get Back on Track" with herb­ al remedies from Master Herbalist Judy Saunders, MA, CRA, CI, MH of Indiana, during a workshop free to the public at the Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson. Appointments for personal discussions to take place at Nation's Inn can be made for April 18 and 19. For more infor­ mation, email Judy Saunders at jspreventionl @ cs.com. 7 p.m.: Revival Meeting April 16 through April 20 at Shelter Baptist Church. Located from Hwy 16 to Shelter Baptist Church Road (on the right) Evangelist will be Rev. Sonny Thomas, Pastor at Calvery Baptist Church. Special Singing each night. The pastor and people of Shelter Baptist Church give a special welcome to be with us. 7 p.m.: Revival at Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene. Evangelist: Rev. Mike Daughtry, Pastor from Kings Mountain Church of the Nazarene. Special music each evening. All are invited to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival Services at Wagner Baptist Church, April 15 - 18. Guest speaker will be Rev. Kent Eller, with spe­ cial singing nightly. Rev. Steve Viers and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will hold revival ser­ vices at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker will be Brother Tommy Wurth. There will be special singing each night. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview Baptist Church. Rev. Neil Hatfield will be the guest speaker. Service begins April 15 through Wednesday, April 18. Special Music each eve­ ning. Rev. Larry Powers and congregation invite everyone •to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. to attend. Youth will receive a special blessing rom Rev. Hatfield's messages. For more information, call Rev. Powers at 336-246-9073. 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 1822 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Calvary Baptist Church in West Jeffeson will have revival on April 15-18 with Rev. Clayborn Roten as the evangilist. Special singing nightly. The congregation and Rev. Leon Miller invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Healing Springs Baptist Church, Crumpler, North Carolina: Sunday Morning, April 15, at 11 a.m. through Wednesday evening, April 18, at 7 p.m. Rev. Charles Cain will be the visiting speaker, and there will be special singing at each ser­ vice. Rev. Jack Pugh, pastor, and the congregation extend a cordial invitation to all to attend these services. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Friday April 20 3 p.m: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3:00 pm until 9 a.m.: The Ashe Memorial 4:30 pm. Hospital Auxiliary will be 5 p.m.: The Ashe County sponsoring a jewelry sale Democratic Headquarters in the hospital cafeteria from will be serving a FREE pinto 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdaybean dinner from 5 p.m. until April 19, 2007 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. They invite everyone to 2 p.m. come by and visit. 10:30 a.m.: The Ashe County 6:30 p.m.: Ashe County Retired School Personnel Mason's benefit concert and (RSP) will meet at Smokey pinto bean supper featuring Mountain BBQ. This meeting Rock Bottom and Eric Hardin will include a time of informal 6 Friends at Mountain Music discussion about our organiza­ Jamboree in Glendale Springs. tion. All retired school person­ Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Music at 7 nel are encouraged to attend. p.m. Tickets are $12 each/$20 11:30-1 p.m.: ACT Against per couple in advance, $15 Cancer Community Meeting: each/$25 per couple at the Come and help plan Ashe door. County's educational and sup­ 7 p.m.: The Historical port sessions to assist in the Society's Ninth Annual fight against cancer. Volunteers Family Gathering will be held needed for Women-ln-Touch to April 20-21 at the Ashe County help newly diagnosed breast Library. Kick off Friday Night cancer survivors navigate the at 7 p.m. features mountain complex seas of treatment and music by the inimitable Herb to help educate young women Key and Wayne Henderson. about the need for self breast exam, clinical exam and if 7 a.m.: The Ashe Memorial Sattureday's program includes over 50 mammograms. Dutch Hospital Auxiliary will be a discussion about preserving Treat lunch at Morning Star sponsoring a jewelry sale Southern rural cemeteries, a Resturant. Call the Office of in the hospital cafeteria from 7 discussion by Dr. Pat Beaver and author John Inscoe about Ashe Healthy Carolinians at a.m. to 2 p.m. 846-0781. 7 p.m.:The New River Service the Civil War in the mountains, 7 p.m.: Revival Meeting April Authority Board (dba New Sam Shumate's discussion of 16 through April 20 at Shelter River Behavioral HealthCare) his Warrensville memoire, The Baptist Church. Located from will hold its regular meeting at Bridge Crew, and a discussion about the Ham(m) surname in Hwy 16 to Shelter Baptist the Dan'l Boone Inn in Boone. Church Road (on the right) 7 p.m.: Enjoy a night of music Virginia and North Carolina by Evangelist will be Rev. Sonny featuring Jeff Little, Steve three members of the Hamm Thomas, Pastor at Calvery Lewis, Josh Scott and Wayne family. This event is free to Baptist Church. Special Henderson. Tickets and seat­ the public. To register and Singing each night. The pastor ing are limited, so please call receive a brochure, call Lonnie and people of Shelter Baptist DeAnna Lewis at (828) 964- Jones, (336)384-3188 or Carol Church give a special welcome 3930 to reserve your seats. Williams, (336) 877-2281 to be with us. Adults are $10 and children 7 p.m.: Revival Meeting April 7 p.m.: Revival at Mt. under 12 are $5. Proceeds 16 through April 20 at Shelter Jefferson Church of the benefit the Relay for Life orga­ Baptist Church. Located from Nazarene. Evangelist: Rev. nization raising funds to fight Hwy 16 to Shelter Baptist Church Road (on the right) Mike Daughtry, Pastor from cancer. Kings Mountain Church of 7 p.m.: Revival Meeting April Evangelist will be Rev. Sonny the Nazarene. Special music 16 through April 20 at Shelter Thomas, Pastor at Calvery Church. Special each evening. All are invited Baptist Church. Located from Baptist Singing each night. The pastor to attend. Hwy 16 to Shelter Baptist 7 p.m.: Revival Services at Church Road (on the right) and people of Shelter Baptist Wagner Baptist Church, April Evangelist will be Rev. Sonny Church give a special welcome 15 - 18. Guest speaker will Thomas, Pastor at Calvery to be with us. be Rev. Kent Eller, with spe­ Baptist Church. Special 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist cial singing nightly. Rev. Steve Singing each night. The pastor Church will hold revival ser­ Viers and congregation invite and people of Shelter Baptist vices at 7 p.m. nightly. The everyone to attend. Church give a special welcome guest speaker will be Brother Tommy Wurth. There will be 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist to be with us. Church will hold revival ser­ 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist special singing each night. vices at 7 p.m. nightly. The Church will hold revival ser­ The pastor Reverend Charlie guest speaker will be Brother vices at 7 p.m. nightly. The McCoy and the congregation Tommy Wurth. There will be guest speaker will be Brother invites everyone to attend. special singing each night. Tommy Wurth. There will be 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove The pastor Reverend Charlie special singing each night. Baptist Church will have McCoy and the congregation The pastor Reverend Charlie invites everyone to attend. McCoy and the congregation 7 p.m.: Revival at Bellview invites everyone to attend. Adopt a Baptist Church. Rev. Neil 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Hatfield will be the guest Baptist Church will have speaker. Service begins April Revival Services on April 1815 through Wednesday, April 22 with a special emphasis 18. Special Music each eve­ on Youth and Older Children. ning. Rev. Larry Powers and Services begin at 7 p.m. with congregation invite everyone Rev. Andrew Rawls as the Wednesday April 18 Thursday April 19 : €®!!W HIHNI SICLIW urn Ttese animals are available far adoption. This is Treeta who has been missing from the Todd area since 3/I4/07. She resembles a Huskie with grey/ white markings and a short tail. If found please contact her owner at 828-964-9324, 828-773-3439, 336-877-2164 or call theACHS Resource Center. Monroe is a shepherd/collie Bella is a shepherd mix who mix of 6 wks. and cute as is such a good girl. She a button. She has a sister loves eveiyone Including also that looks just like her other animals. She deserves named Ethel. Th^ are ready the most loving home with for a permanent home. lots of cuddling. Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Resource Center Is located the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. adoption on our web site • www. j P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson. NIC 286 Email: ashehumane@skybest. com Revival Services on April 1822 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Saturday April 21 The Historical Society 's Ninth Annual Family Gathering will be held April 20-21 at the Ashe County Library. Kick off Friday Night at 7 p.m. features moun­ tain music by the inimitable Herb Key and Wayne Henderson. Sattureday's program includes a discussion about preserving Southern rural cemeteries, a discussion by Dr. Pat Beaver and author John Inscoe about the Civil War in the mountains, Sam Shumate's discussion of his Warrensville memoire, The Bridge Crew, and a discussion about the Ham(m) surname in Virginia and North Carolina by three members of the Hamm family. This event is free to the public. To register and receive a brochure, call Lonnie Jones, (336)384-3188 or Carol Williams, (336) 877-2281 8a.m.-9 a.m.: Fit as a Fiddle on the Locomotion TrailSpecial kick-off celebra­ tion of the West Jefferson Downtown Pedestrian Trail. Great early morning music and an opportunity to sign up for a 4-week Walking Challenge. Free Pedometers to the first 250 walkers to sign up for the program! 5 new sidewalk artworks have been installed at the 1/5 points in the trail. All walkers are encouraged to attend and team pictures will be taken. For more infor­ mation call The Ashe County Chamber of Commerce, The Ashe County Arts Council or the Office of Ashe Healthy Carolinians at 846-0781 9 a.m.: A program on "Reconizing Early-Onset of Mental Illness in Children and Adolescents" will be held at Watauga High SchoolMedia Center in Boone from 9 a.m. until noon. This commu­ nity education event will pro­ vide information to parents and educators on recognizing early onset of mental illness and how to link up with appropriate services. Speakers will include a parent, a young adult con­ sumer and mental health pro­ fessionals. Components of the program include: Early warn­ ing signs, Family response, Consumer experience of mental illness in highschool, Effective interventions "and a Question and answer session. New L>csl The program is co-sponsored by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and New River Behavioral HealthCare. For more information contact Francine Barr at 828-2635654. 10 a.m.: The Iron Mountain Trail Riders will be holding a trail clean up day at the Collins Cove Horse Camp in Ivanhoe, Va. Riders will meet at 10 a.m. and ride out to pick up trash on the trail and clear brush from the trails. Following the ride there will be a covered dish dinner around the camp fire with an old time music jam session. Those who wish to camp will ride on Sunday. Bring trash bags, gloves, nip­ pers and a packed lunch. For more information go to our new web site: www.ironmountaintrailriders.org. All trail users are invited to join us!! 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 1822 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Wrestling All Star Promotions presents: Wrestling at the Family Central Gym. Main Event: WASP Title Match: Rick Karloff/ Radical vs. Bruiser Graham. WASP Tag Title Match: The Southern Express vs. The Orient Express. And The Gripper vs. Prisoner X. Free admission with 2 cans of Food. Doors open at 7 p.m. The food donated benefits Ashe Really Cares. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Sunday April 22 11 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a special singing on Sunday morning at the 11 a.m. service with Solid Rock siniging. 2 p.m.: Earth Day Hike US 221 Access Community Building. Meet a Park Ranger at the Community Building at the US 221 Access. We will take a nature walk and discuss plants and animals seen along the way. Hike is approximately 1 mile long. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Free to the public. Please call the park office for more informa­ tion about this or any other programs that we offer. 336982-2587 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions Frfcildl! 1 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 31 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0417 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., April 17, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 14 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-04-17 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/33e1d2a5988af63a9a6de57415e8c4ba.pdf d7ff9f3200b177c66f71aa54144e1803 PDF Text Text • Women's soccer tied for second Friday page 1B April 20, 2007 • Tennis team wins over North Wilkes 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 1B • 12U AAU girls win tournament Bonds to pay for landfill expansion or more years of landfill space before moving to the next sec­ With the approval of a res­ tion, or fourth cell. Once the olution Monday by the county county fills cells four and five, commission, efforts to con­ McMillan said, a lateral ex­ struct a new seven and a half pansion of the 187-acre land­ acre cell at the landfill are ex­ fill will be needed. Following a tour of the pected to move forward. The commissioners ap­ landfill last August, commis­ proved an application for the sioners accepted the lowest issuance of solid waste system bid of approximately $3.1 special obligation bonds to pay million with 4.15 percent in­ for the $3.1 million expansion terest over a 10-year period and request that the Local from BB&T of Charlotte as a Government Commission sell financing agreement for the the bonds at a private sale. landfill cell. County Manager Dan Mc­ The state then discovered Millan said the county is now a contamination problem at waiting on approval of a per­ the landfill coming from the mit from the state and expects old site that does not have a a response in the next 30 to 45 rubber lining. The current days. The LGC, he said, had Subtitle D landfill cells have wanted Ashe County to do the rubber lining to prevent leak­ expansion in phases, but the age and protect the soil and county wants to do the whole groundwater from potential project at the same time. contamination. According to the resolu­ The county must meet tion, the county owns and op­ state and federal regulations erates a solid waste landfill on landfill operations, such that presently exceeds or soon as use of a rubber lining for will exceed its capacity and each cell and water monitor­ expansion is required to meet ing wells. The county operates county solid waste disposal a Class A landfill meaning needs. leachate, or the runoff that McMillan said a loan for accumulates from rain on the the cost of expansion cannot cell, can be recirculated over be obtained with the landfill the trash instead of costly col­ as collateral so the county lection and disposal at a fed­ asks to sell special obligation erally approved facility. bonds, similar to an install­ A level of contamination ment purchase, pledging re­ was discovered in the land­ payment of the loan through fill's current cell suspected to solid waste fees. be coming from the 30-yearMcMillan reported in De­ old former landfill site with no cember 2006 that the county rubber lining. McMillan said had just about six months left in December that Landfill Op­ of available space in the exist­ erator Scott Hurley spent sev­ ing section, or cell, of the land­ eral months last fall installing fill currently being filled. a drainage system to move the Commissioners that month leachate away from the new approved a request by McMil­ site and into the lagoon where lan to borrow the money to leachate is collected. start construction on the third Hurley noted in December cell of the landfill. The new that the county's solid waste section will tie into the cur­ was down in 2006 about rent cell to offer the county 20 See Bonds, page 5A Volume 82, Issue 32 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 M O U N T A I N VI E L E M E N T A F by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor VA TECH OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU Power back on after storm All Blue Ridge Electric members experiencing an out­ age as a result of the threeday wind storm were fully re­ stored by Wednesday evening, reported Grey Scheer, director of community relations for Blue Ridge Electric Member­ ship Corp. Blue Ridge Electric line­ men and contract crews from across North Carolina, and as far away as Carroll County Georgia, restored power to over 23,600 members begin­ ning Sunday, April 15 at 1:15 p.m. when the first outage was reported. Shortly after 2 p.m. on Wednesday, crews radioed in when the last line down was repaired bringing electricity to three remaining homes. At the peak of the outage, 6,500 total members were without electricity. According to Robert Kent, Photo by Sherry Thompson This store in Baldwin was among the places that suffered damage during the three-day windstorm. director of operations, this storm was unique. "This storm has been very difficult because the duration of the high winds Golf tourney to benefit kids Free clinic to hold open house Tuesday Ashe County Free Medical Clinic is one of 69 free clin­ ics taking part in a Statewide Open House sponsored by the North Carolina Associa­ tion of Free Clinics (NCAFC) in partnership with the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation. The event is an effort to edu­ cate the community about the health care services free clinics provide to the unin­ sured and other vulnerable populations. The doors will stay open late on Tuesday, April 24 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. to give com­ munity members, civic lead­ ers and government officials the chance to tour the facility, ask questions and learn more about the critical health care needs being met by North Carolina's free clinics. "One of our core values as a free clinic is that cost should not prevent people in our community from re­ ceiving health care," said Ed Hammitt, director of Ashe County Free Medical Clinic. Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffer8onpo8t.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffer8onpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com I "The services we provide are high-quality, and are having an immediate and direct im­ pact on our community. With­ out our clinic, some people would have nowhere else to turn for health care." Free clinics are private, nonprofit, community-based organizations that provide health care access to North Carolinians through the use of volunteer health care pro­ fessionals and partnerships with other health providers. North Carolina's free clinics provide medical and dental care, as well as prescription medications for low-income, uninsured people in more than 72 counties. During 2005, more than $66 million worth of health care services were delivered at no charge to uninsured patients total­ ing more than 312,000 visits. The services were provided through the efforts of 6,400 volunteer health care profes­ sionals and other community volunteers donating more than 92,000 hours of service. "North Carolina's free clinics are bridging the gap in health care access for the uninsured and other vulner­ able populations," said Mike Darrow, executive director of the NCAFC. "We don't claim to be the only answer, but rather an important part of the solution to increasing access to health care for all North Carolinians." The statewide open house coincides with national Cover the Uninsured Week activi­ ties. North Carolina has the largest association of free clinics in the nation. There are more than 1.3 million un­ insured in the state. Ashe County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution at their Monday meeting declaring the week of April 23-29 as "Cover the Uninsured Week." Informa­ tion in the resolution notes that nearly 45 million Ameri­ cans, including more than 1.3 million in North Carolina and of those 24.6 percent of Ashe County residents, do Remembering OUT fallen heroes in Iran not have health coverage. Eight out of 10 people who are not insured are in work­ ing families. Uninsured chil­ dren are twice as likely as insured children to miss out on needed medical care, and uninsured Americans live sicker and die younger than those who are covered by health insurance. Ashe County Free Medical Clinic began when an adviso­ ry group made up of members of Creston United Methodist Church, Ashe Outreach Min­ istries, and members of the community formed in 2005 to conduct a feasibility study on how to serve the medically uninsured in Ashe County. The Ashe County Free Medi­ cal Clinic was founded in 2006 as a 501 (cX3) tax-ex­ empt organization, and has served over 196 patients and provided over $200,000 of medical care. The Ashe County Free Medical Clinic .is the first free clinic in Northwest See Clinic, page 5A High Country golfers are invited to tee it up for a oneof-a-kind, 36-hole golf tourna­ ment to be played on Satur­ day and Sunday, May 5 and 6, at The Club at Jefferson Landing in Jefferson and at Mountain Aire Golf Club in West Jefferson. This unique event will be hosted by both golf fa­ cilities and is being spon­ sored by the Ashe County Chamber of Com­ merce. Area companies also are invited to sign up as hole sponsors and to promote their businesses through door prizes and other incentives to the field of golfers. "This will be one of the first tournaments in the High Country this season and will showcase two of the finest facilities in the mountains," Coffee House celebrates anniversary Celebrate the first anniversary ofWest Jefferson Coffee House on Tuesday, April 24 with a free 12 CI OAA °UnCe CUP °f gourmet coffee- Busine88 hours at the C°ffee H°U8e WiH ** fr°m 7 a m' t0 5 P'm' B if 1M that day. service people killed (as of 4/18) ^he coffee house is located in Jefferson Station t (the former Thomasville furniture plant) in downw'town West Jefferson. For more information about the anniversary, ^JL j / VfjL 1 U.S. causing so many trees and limbs to fall on lines over our complete system," Kent said. "Outages were very erratic U.S. service people wounded (as of 4/18) V ca" and in many cases, members experienced multiple outages caused by different events. Usually outages are more con­ centrated over a short time caused by . major thunder­ storms or ice events. This one really kept us hopping." From the members' per­ spective, the storm created longer outages. "With more typical outages, restoration efforts allow our linemen to restore power to larger numbers of members at a time," Kent said. "Because the wind blew down trees over a very widespread area and broke so many poles, some­ times only one or two homes were without power in a neighborhood. These members endured the longest outages and we certainly understand their discomfort and frustraSee Storm, page 5A ~46"3873- Correction Artists winning the competition to install artwork in downtown West Jefferson sidewalks as part oftheWJ Locomotion Fitness Trail are Judith Martens- Pat Morri80n. Lyn Soeder and Molly Gambill. See their artwork on Saturday during the kickoff for the "Fit as a Fiddle" business challenge to encourage fitness through walking. The program begins at 8 a.m. at the former West Jefferson Elementary School. For more information, call 846-0781. € said Carol Coulter, president of the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce. "We expect the field to fill up with teams in a hurry." The tournament will fea­ ture two formats this year. One will be a 36-hole, Best Ball" format, with both gross and net divisions. Or, teams may choose to play a 36-hole "Captain's Choice" format. The en­ try fee of $125 per player includes 18 holes of golf at The Club at Jeffer­ son Landing and 18 holes at Mountain Aire. In ad­ dition, lunch and on-course beverages will be provided for par­ ticipants both days as well as prizes for the top three teams in each division. Proceeds from the tourna­ ment benefit children's chari­ ties in Ashe County spon-> sored through the Chamber See Golf, page 5A �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS Birth announcements Organization strives to save children's lives (MS) - New parents have often remarked that it would be great to arrive home with their newborn with an in­ struction manual in tow. After all, there are so many things to learn in those early months - and throughout the years - that could be made easier with some advanced knowledge or a reference manual on hand. But this is not the case. Hospitals and birthing cen­ ters do their best to teach parents the particulars of preliminary child care skills: bathing, breast feeding, um­ bilical cord cleaning. In addi­ tion, most mandate a safety car seat be present before an infant can be discharged. Far fewer, however, take the same level of precaution in ensur­ ing parents are equipped with lifesaving techniques that can be vital for prevent­ ing tragedies. Drowning and choking are two of the leading killers of children under the age of 14. Choking is the leading cause of accidental death among infants. And because these are relatively silent killers, often events unfold without a parent even realizing until it may be too late. But knowing lifesaving techniques such as CPR and the Heimlich Ma­ neuver can save children's lives. Just ask New Jersey resident Farley Boyle, moth­ er to three girls. CPR and Heimlich Smarts Save a Family "The smartest decision I made while I was pregnant with my first child Macken­ zie, was enrolling my hus­ band and me in an optional infant CPR course offered by my OB-GYN," says Boyle On August 28, 2005, the day after Boyle arrived home from the hospital with her new baby girl Abby, she al­ most lost her toddler daugh­ ter, Chase, to a near drowning incident. Chase fell off of a fishing boat while out having an adventure with her dad, grandfather and older sister. Mackenzie noticed Chase had gone overboard and alerted her dad. Due to his previous training in infant/child CPR & Heimlich and fast action, Chase was saved. Realizing that other par­ ents could benefit from this type of emergency training, Farley started holding free CPR/Heimlich sessions for the community with the help of the EMTs who responded to Chase's emergency. "After living through this terrifying ordeal and what oould have been the end of our perfect life, we realized that we were given a second chance. We are so thankful and knew that we wanted to share our experience and give back to our community," offers Boyle. Farley went on to take things to a national level. She started C.H.A.S.E. for Life in 2005, hoping to give CPR and Heimlich educa­ tion a user-friendly facelift by modernizing its look while simultaneously creating uni­ versal appeal. C.H.A.S.E. calls to mind the little girl for whom life was spare, and it also stands for CPR Heimlich Awareness Safety Education. According to its Web site, www.chaseforlife.org, the nonprofit organization's mis­ sion is to savp children's lives Lilia Orduna-Juarez and Angel Zbarra Rivera of Fleet­ wood are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Diana Ibarra-Orduna. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on April 11, 2007. She weighed six pounds and nine ounces and was 19 inch­ es long. Crystal and Duane Ed­ wards of Clifton are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Katie Elizabeth Edwards. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on April 12, 2007. She weighed seven pounds and three ounc­ es and was 19.5 inches long. Her grandparents, Linda and Kenny Gilvear, and Cindy and Tom Carpenter adore her. She was welcomed home by her sister, Alura Edwards. Martha Mejia Trejo and Valentin Contador-Garcia of Lansing are proud to announce the birth of their son, Brayan Contaby making the education of •Small objects, such as Infant/Child CPR free and round foods like grapes and readily available to the com­ chunks of hot dogs; parts munity. Attempts are being from toys; party balloons; made to implement a manda­ coins; and other small items tory program in hospitals for can easily be choked upon by all first-time mothers where inquisitive children. •Children can be taught to they must take a hands-on in­ fant/child CPR and the Heim­ swim at age 3. They should lich Maneuver class or watch always wear a U.S. Coast an instructional video before Guard-approved life jacket being discharged with their when on boats and docks. newborn. Secondly, C.H.A.S.E Children should NEVER be for Life is integrating infant/ left unattended around pools child CPR and the Heimlich and water. •Loss of oxygen can cause Maneuver education into the community through free clin­ brain damage in a child in ics and workshops as well approximately 6 to 10 min­ asdistributing instructional utes. It takes an ambulance resources at no charge. response team in the United States an average of 8 to 12 Know the Dangers Because education and minutes to respond to an action go hand-in-hand, emergency. C.H.A.S.E. for Life offers •Children's bodies respond these facts about potential much easier and quicker to lifesaving techniques than hazards for children: •Unintentional injuries are adults'. the leading cause of death in •Taking a lifesaving course children. can help. Even if you re­ •It only takes a small tain only 20 percent of what amount of water, even a cou­ you've learned, you have an ple of inches, to drown a child 80 percent chance of saving (like a toilet bowl or bucket of a life, according to C.H.A.S.E. water in a garage). for Life. ^ dor-Mejia. He was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on April 13, 2007. He weighed seven pounds and 9.4 ounces and was 20.75 inches long. His sister, Britny ContadorMejia welcomed him home. Rebecca and Shane Kelly of Warrensville are proud to announce the birth of their son, Nathan Shane Kelly. He was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on April 15, 2007. He weighed seven pounds and 12.6 ounces, and was 19.5 inches long. 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Offer R 30-07 WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD!! ..GM 100,000 MILE WARRANTY AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION' Wc^jltl.iim S i t M c n l H S orl f v rc 1 7 7 > 1c I ' i ' c U r njj,VC �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3A FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Women & Stroke Dialogue set Post photo by Michael Graybeal Charter members of the Blue Ridge Bailliage (Chapter) of the prestigious Confrerie de la Chaine des Rotisseurs gathering at Michael's 102 North in downtown West Jefferson are, from left, front: Katrina Miller, Claudia McBee, Anne Taylor, Dee Peterson, Karen Brock, Calvin Miller; back: Gil Brock, David Barlow, Walt Peterson, Bailli Michael Yelton, Shane Graybeal, Robert McBee, Bailli ProvenceauxTom Cassidy, Jr., Vernon Taylor. Chaine des Rotisseurs chapter formed An inaugural dinner and induction ceremony for the Blue Ridge Bailliage (Chap­ ter) of the prestigious Con­ frerie de la Chaine des Rotis­ seurs was held on April 2 at Michael's 102 North in down­ town West Jefferson. Twelve Ashe County residents be­ came charter members of the new chapter. The Blue Ridge chapter be­ comes the twentieth chapter in the South Central district of the United States that in­ cludes North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi and the Florida Panhandle. The pro­ gram held at Michael's 102 North allowed inductees and guests to feast on champagne and Hors d'Ouvres and a sev­ en-course dinner prepared by Executive Chef and Maitre Rotisseur Michael and his staff, and came complete with a tasting of six appropriately paired wines. Representa­ tives of the National office conducted the induction, led by Regional Bailli (Presi­ dent), Tom Cassidy, Jr. from Memphis, Tenn. The Chaine des Rotis­ seurs is an International food and wine society which was started in France in 1248 by King Louis IX as a guild of professional meat roasters for the nobility. Following the French revolution, because of the elimination of the nobility and the emergence of a new phenomenon called "restau­ rants," facilities designed as eating establishments for the "common citizen," the Chaine des Rotisseurs faded out of ex­ istence. It was not until after WWII that a group of French­ men revitalized the organiza­ tion in 1950 to celebrate the pleasures and fellowship of the table. Charter members of the Blue Ridge Bailliage Chap­ ter are Katrina Miller, Clau­ dia McBee, Anne Taylor, Dee Peterson, Karen Brock, Cal­ vin Miller, Gil Brock, David Barlow, Walt Peterson, Bailli Michael Yelton, Shane Gray­ beal, Robert McBee, Bailli Provenceaux Tom Cassidy, Jr., and Vernon Taylor. (Note: the ladies are Dame de la Chaine, the men are Chevalier. All are non-profes­ sional members except Shane Graybeal who is a Rotisseur and Michael Yelton who is a Maitre Rotisseur.) For more information on The Chaine des Rotisseurs go to www.chaineus.org. Did you know that stroke kills twice as many women as breast cancer and is the lead­ ing cause of disability for wom­ en? Many women do not know any of the traditional stroke risk factors (including high blood pressure, cigarette smok­ ing, and diabetes) or warning signs (including sudden se­ vere headache, numbness, and trouble walking). Most women do not know that women can also have unique or different risk factors and symptoms than men. You can take con­ trol and learn more about this important subject at an up­ coming free community health program sponsored by Ashe Memorial Hospital, supported by an educational grant from Genentech. Women & Stroke Dialogue will take place on Wednesday, May 2 from noon to 1 p.m. at Ashe Memorial Hospital's Mountain Hearts Center for Prevention and Wellness. The event will feature a satellite presentation by distinguished neurologist Marilyn M. Rymer, M.D. from the Mid-America Brain and Stroke Institute at Saint Luke's Hospital in Kan­ sas City. Dr. Rymer is inter­ nationally recognized for her innovative research and treat­ ment of stroke. Following the national broadcast, you will have the opportunity to ask questions about stroke with healthcare professionals from V Still running Source pIayhi„ © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc World rights reserved Performance Ashe Civic Center April 29,2ptu April 26-27 Open House April 28,10-3 Presents THE CHUCK DAVIS AFRICAN AMERICAN DANCE ENSEMBLE Drumming, Dancing & Poetry Workshops call 336.246.3600 or toll free 877.246.3615 www.whitehartwooiii.com email: whit chart wooilsQearthlink.net Honoring the Body» Empowering the Mind » Nurturing the Spirit « Opening the Heart Out with the old, in with the new. Photo by Landis Wofford shelter, located next to the Nature Museum, suffered no structural damage. Grandfather was closed to the public Monday and Tuesday due to a power outage and to clear fallen trees and debris inside the park. learching the Scriptures V It's time tor Spring cleaning and Presented by the High Country Church of Christ Carolina West Wireless can help This series begins out of deep concern over the religious climate in our area. It is our belief that an open, fair and honest discussion of religious topics of general interest would be helpful to all. We seek your comments, insight and questions as we study together from God's Word. The church of the New Testament is a topic that is much misunderstood and often ignored, but one that is essential to our spiritual well-being. This church was spoken of by the Old Testament prophets, it was actually in practice during the first century, and its existence today is a distinct possibility. you get a new phone and rate plan that's perfect for you! MOTOROLA RAZR J Camera & Video • Speakerphone The church in prophecy. Although there are numerous allusions to the church by the prophets, one of the clearest is found in Daniel's interpretation of Nebuchadnezzar's dream: "And in the days of these kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom, which shall never be destroyed...." (Dan. 2:44). Jesus said, "...I will build my church....." (Matt. 16:18). The church in practice. That a church came into existence is an established fact. Following the activity on Pentecost (Acts 2), biblical writers simply assume the existence of the church (Acts 5:11, Tim. 3:15). It was not long, however, before false doctrine marred the pristine beauty of the church (ITim. 4:1; I John 1:1). Innovative doctrines, false on their face, have continued to appear as men have chosen to do what they want in the name of religion. III. 1. The Phantom oj the Opera* 2. Cats 3. Les 4. A Chorus Line 5. Oh! Calcutta! 6. Beauty and the Beast 7. Rent* 8. Chicago (revival)* 9. Miss Saigon 10. The Lion King* Workshops The recent high winds caused a tree to fall on Grandfather Mountain's "Let it Rain" picnic shelter Sunday night. The II. Longest Running Broadway Shows A Healing Arts-& Holistic Educational Center Winds high at Grandfather I. the local community. This program will provide an innovative forum to educate you and the rest of the com­ munity about the prevalence, traditional and gender-specific risk factors and symptoms, and the need for early treatment of stroke. It is absolutely free. And it may just save your life - or the life of someone you love. For more information and to reserve a space, please call the Mountain Hearts Center for Prevention and Wellness at 846-0781. The church in possibility. The church we read about in the New Testament can be restored at any time simply by accepting and following the doctrine of Christ. If we today do precisely what the apostles taught, we will be the church they know. We, at the High Country Church of Christ, desire simply to be the church we read about in the New Testament. We welcome you to our Bible study at 9:00 AM and worship service at 10:00 AM on Sunday mornings and our Bible study on Wednesday evening at 6:00 PM. Our building is located off Orion Lane, about .4 of a mile east of Jefferson Landing. For more information, write to: High Country Church of Christ, P.O. Box 228, West Jefferson, NC 28694, \ or call Harry Calloway (877-5484). A MOTOROLA W315 Retail Locations — Agents West Jefferson Skyline Telephone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N T&D Satellite Tony Lyall West Jefferson 94H Hwy 221 Business 33h-H4f>-tf>01 West Jefferson 1447 ML Jefferson Rd M ' - 800-235-5007 www.carolinawest.com Carolina West ^ Wireless 'After $40 mail-in rebate and $20 instant rebate. Requires 2 year contract on qualified rate plan. "Requires 2 year contract on qualified rate plan. While supplies last. Certain restrictions apply. �Public Opinion a...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial We are all Hokies On Monday, the greatest tragedy in American educa­ tion took place a little over 100 miles away from here. We need not recount the horrors of that morning on the campus of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Va. They are well known by now. Instead, we must stand now in solidarity with those who mourn and those who remain in shock at these senseless and appalling killings. Beyond that, we must look to the future. We were appalled, while the body count was still rising, to receive frantic emails from both sides of our national debate on gun controls. To view such a situation in the light of politics is shame­ ful—and both sides were guilty. Virginia's Gov. Tim Kaine summed up our feel­ ings when he said he had "nothing but loathing" for people who try to make the tragedy "their political hob­ byhorse to ride." We also have loathing for our colleagues in the media who did their level best to make the universi­ ty's administration appear negligent. It was an ugly feeding frenzy, worthy of a school of ill-mannered sharks. We will leave it to the independent commis­ sion Gov. Kaine has wise­ ly appointed to study the evidence carefully and, if necessary, find fault. More importantly, their review must include suggestions to prevent another such inci­ dent from ever happening. So far, scrutiny has not focused as much as we feel it should on the mental health system. The failures there are obvious, andyvery serious. Moreover, thanks to this state's incred­ ible gutting of our onceadequate system, we are even at more risk than our neighbors. In addition, the court system's handling of mentally ill people who are potentially dangerous to themselves and others must receive attention. Cho Seung-Hui gave the mental health sys­ tem plenty of warnings. In 2005, a court ruled he was "an immiment danger" to himself. And yet he was allowed to walk away from the system without almost no support. His stalking of several female students did not set off alarms, nor did the twisted and sick writ­ ing he submitted for class­ es. At some point, someone should have intervened and seen—voluntarily or not— that he received whatever he needed, be it counseling, hospitalization or medica­ tion, that would have kept him from harming himself or others. As to the guns, the sub­ ject which excited so much initial interest in some quarters, we believe there needs to be a national data­ base of persons who suf­ fer from mental illness and are reasonably believed to be dangerous to them­ selves or others. Gun deal­ ers should have to check identification against this database before selling a weapon. That could have kept handguns out of this young man's hands—or at least made it harder for him to get them. There is no happy ending here; no way to reverse the nightmare that exploded across Blacksburg. But as time heals wounds, we, as a nation, will have to look in many directions as try to find answers to the ques­ tions raised by this tragedy. Answering them is the best way we can honor those who died. But in the meantime, before the healing truly begins, let us join as a nation in our thoughts and prayers. Let us say to the students, faculty and administrators at Virginia Tech: We are all Hokies. Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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PAGE 4A FRIDAY, APRII. 20, 2007 Thanks to Maintenance To the Editor: I would like to publicly ac­ knowledge the county main­ tenance department for its excellent work in support of the Ashe County Library. Whatever the library's main­ tenance needs, big or small, Barry Woodie and his staff attend to them promptly and thoroughly, with great skill and good humor. We are indeed fortunate to have the support of this capable, friendly, and dedicated group of individuals. Thanks, Barry Woodie, Sammie Whicker, and Fluff Roten! The library staff appreciates you. Jim McQueen County Librarian Letters to the Editor Most of the staff members at White Hart Woods have their roots in the Christian tradition. I personally have a Southern Baptist background tional and healing arts center and still honor many of those which opened in West Jeffer­ teachings from my childhood To the Editor: Thanks to Mr. Jim Thomp­ son last October. church. While honoring these I would first of all like to universal truths, I have in­ son, the editor of the Jefferson Post, the people of the High thank the Jefferson Post for corporated the teachings of Country are being informed their coverage of our opening other traditions into my per­ as to what our representi- and of our special events. I sonal spiritual path, particu­ tives for this area are doing. would also like to express my larly those of the earth-hon­ Both Senator Goss and Cul- gratitude to the people of Ashe oring practices found in many lie Tarleton have been giving County for their support. I indigenous traditions around information as to what bills came to this area seven years the world. I would like to share an ex­ they introduce and which ago on a work sabbatical and fell in love with the natural perience I had recently with committees they are on. Mr. Thompson is able to beauty and the open hearts the Cherokee people of Snow­ provide the readers of the of the people. I am honored bird, North Carolina. Shirley Post, almost weekly, with to claim Ashe County as my Oswalt is an honored leader in that community. She re­ the information that Senator home. It has come to my atten­ vived the lost art of making Goss or Represenitive Tar­ tion that some of our offerings stamped pottery, is very active leton sends him. My wife and I have lived may be causing some concern in preserving the Cherokee in Jefferson for the past 12 in the local community and I language and customs, and is years and have heard very would like to take this oppor­ also a devout member of the little, if any from our so called tunity to respond. My work Snowbird Baptist Church. I representatives of this area has taken me to many dif­ was invited to a gathering as to what they are doing for ferent countries and afforded in which the Cherbkee el­ the people of the High Coun­ me the opportunity to talk to ders performed a traditional people from a wide variety of Mound Ceremony, complete try. The people of this area are cultures about their sacred with turtle shells, chants, rat­ fortunate to have these two traditions and their under­ tles, and a fire honoring the fine gentlemen in our state standing of the Divine. I have seven directions. When they legislature, and again, thank come away from these experi­ finished the ceremony, they ences with a reverence for the announced a Gospel Sing you, Mr. Thompson. beautiful tapestry of diver­ and sang Amazing Grace in Tabor M. Bell sity that is humankind and Cherokee and then in Eng­ Jefferson a growing knowledge that we lish. They continued with are all One. many of the beautiful hymns My vision for White Hart that graced my childhood. Woods is to provide inspi­ I stood there in awe of the ration, information, and a beauty of the integration of nurturing space for people cultures and knew that this to explore and develop their was what I wanted to support highest potential, and to pro­ at White Hart Woods. Shir­ To the Editor: vide opportunities for people ley and her husband Mack My name is Vicki Hathorn of all races, creeds, and walks were featured guests at our and I am the founder of White of life to share their tradi­ first Open House. They have Hart Woods, a holistic educations, art, and sacred stories. promised to return, to bring Thanks to the editor White Hart Woods others from their community, and to share their indigenous traditions and their Chris­ tian faith. On April 26-29, we will host the Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble for a series of workshops, an Open House and a matinee performance. This group is truly inspirational in their ability to share the rituals and customs of traditional African culture. They are also devout Christians, and the weekend schedule is or­ chestrated around them hav­ ing time to go church. They will attend one of our local churches as a group on Sun­ day April 29th. It matters not whether a sacred ritual includes drum­ ming, dancing, fire, chants, genuflecting, singing of hymns, or making the sign of the cross. All people long for a connection with the Divine and all cultures and sub-cul­ tures create the rituals and belief systems that work for them. The more knowledge we have, the more we see the incredible beauty and diversi­ ty of the human race, and the more we understand that de­ spite the seeming differences of our outer trappings, we are all essentially the same, chil­ dren of the All That Is. We invite the members of the community to stop in for a cup of tea and a dialogue. Bring a picnic to enjoy in our gardens and feel free to ask any questions you may have. You are most welcome any­ time. Vicki Hathorn West Jefferson Alternative to tax code needed Can you imagine a busi­ ness that with every passing year grows more difficult to manage, gets harder for its customers to understand, and becomes increasingly suscep­ tible to theft? You would be right to think that such an operation would quickly go out of business. Unfortunate­ ly, this imaginary business is more of an apt description of the United States tax sys­ tem. Every year the federal tax code grows larger and more complex. New rules and guidelines are added. Deduc­ tions and special exemptions proliferate. As a result, each tax season more Americans are throwing up their hands in disgust and calling in a professional to do their taxes. According to the IRS, more than 60 percent of tax re­ turns are prepared by a pro, and if you add the number of Americans who use computer tax software to file a return, the proportion of people who seek outside help rises to 90 percent. Congress puts out a little known tax law report each session that serves as a chill­ ing picture of the obscene complexity of our tax system. The most recent version, enti­ tled the ^General Explanation of Tax Legislation Enacted in the 109th Congress," runs to 806 pages and purports to explain the 109th Congress's changes to tax law. As you might imagine, it is mindnumbing. That we need a pub- lication of this size • * • : simply to $ explain the 109th if:f *1 ' C o n ­ gress's tax code additions is ample evidence Virginia Foxx that we have a massive problem on our hands. What ails our tax code is not just the fact that it is 7,000 pages long. Rather, the real ailment is the burden— above and beyond the actual financial burden of tax day— of complying with a chame­ leon tax code. The government's Office of Management and Budget es­ timated that we spent about 6.4 billion hours in 2006 com­ plying with the federal tax code. That many hours is the equivalent of a 40-hour work week for every employed per­ son in America. Take your pick: do your taxes or go on a week-long vacation. While the tax cuts of 2001 and 2003 have lowered taxes across the board and encour­ aged investments that lead to job creation, we are still sad­ dled with an incomprehen­ sible tax code that costs more than $265 billion to comply with each year. In addition to the enormous cost of compli­ ance, the code encourages tax cheats to hide in the thicket of rules and regulations, often k j. r '• A going completely unnoticed. The IRS reports that the "tax gap"—the difference be­ tween what people owe and what they pay is around $300 billion. This gap is composed of the cheaters and those who simply don't know any bet­ ter because the system is too murky for the average tax­ payer to accurately decipher. Realities like the "tax gap," the six billion hours of annu­ al compliance time, and the thousands of pages of rules and regulations have led me to join with the approximately 100 fiscal conservatives of the Republican Study Committee in support of the American Taxpayer Bill of Rights. As a supporter of the Tax­ payer Bill of Rights, I have pledged to work towards scrapping the tax code in or­ der to build a new one that promotes transparency and common-sense. By signing onto the Taxpayer Bill of Rights I have also promised to work to balance the bud­ get, to exercise the fiscal dis­ cipline needed to rein in the growth of federal government and to protect the Social Se­ curity Trust Fund from Con­ gressional raiding. As you file your taxes this April 17, try to picture the al­ terative to piles of tax forms and schedules and endless hours calculating Uncle Sam's take: a tax system that is fair, simple and transparent. It's time for a radical change to the way we collect taxes. The first step is ditching the le­ viathan code we've inherited from decades of Congressio­ nal tinkering and starting the real tax debate over how to collect taxes responsibly, efficiently and fairly. (Rep. Virginia Foxx has served in the U.S. House of Representatives from the Fifth District since 2004.) Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters , must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson® jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Historical Society presents Family Gathering this weekend The Ashe County Historical Society will host its Ninth Annual Family Gathering this weekend at Ashe County Public Library. The event kicks off today, Friday, April 20, at 7 p.m. with mountain music by Herb Key and Wayne Henderson. Programs on Saturday, April 21 begin at 9 a.m. and last until around 4 p.m. Topics include discussion on preserving Southern rural cemeteries, the Civil War in the mountains by Dr. Pat Beaver and author John Inscoe, the Bridge Crew, Sam Shumate's Warrensville memoir, and the Ham(m) family surname in Virginia and North Carolina by three members of the Hamm family. On Saturday at 2:15 p.m. Dave Hamm, Susan Bullock, and Geneva Greer will discuss the Ham/Hamm genealogy.They have written and published a history of the Hamm/ Ham family, titled "A Short History of the Ham Family in Virginia and North Carolina." It covers Virginia and North Carolina, of course including Ashe County. They will discuss this work, their research and the resulting published material. Dave will also discuss the Hamm DNA project, for which he is coordinator. They also plan to mention their work in Kentucky, Tennessee, England and France. Geneva will attempt to cover the Ashe County area, and Susan hopes to cover some material about Ham lines in Guilford and Stokes Counties, North Carolina as well as Caroline County, Virginia. Most of the HAM DNA Project participants to date are Ham lines originating from North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. The public is invited to attend this event. There is no fee. For more information, call Lonnie Jones at 3843188 or Carol Williams at 877-2281. Home Show set for Saturday by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Saturday, April 21 is full of exciting events in Ashe County including the largest one day home show in North Carolina. "Home Sweet Home" Home Show, presented by Main Street Marketing and WKSK 580 'The Farm," will set up in Ashe County High School with 13,000 square feet of vendor exhibits. Everything for the home and beyond will be fea­ tured as exhibitors showcase floors and window treatments, electronics and landscap­ ing, fixtures and furnishings, household needs and home care, services such as real es­ tate, financing and banking, new home construction, and so much more. The show opens at 9 a.m. and goes until 4 p.m. Admis­ sion is $2 for everyone age 19 and older with 100% of the proceeds going to Ashe County High School for tutorial ser­ vices for at risk students. Ca­ tering of breakfast and lunch items is available from Danl Boone Inn of Boone and 13year-old Allison Yount will be selling drinks as a youth en­ trepreneurial effort. Grand sponsors for this year's event are Parker Tie, Magic Home Entertainment and Gambill Oil. For more information, call 846-6246. ing a potential increase in re­ cycling and conservation. This will help extend the life of the landfill. Bonds continued from front page 22,000 tons from the same pe­ riod the previous year, reveal- 'An Inconvenient Truth' returns to Riverview Submitted by Jim Greene The film that has some of us worrying and almost all of us talking will again be shown free at Riverview Community Center on High­ way 88 in Creston at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 21. This award-winning film presents not only an "incon­ venient" truth, but also one that we somehow must take seriously and do something about. Many in the Creston-Pond Mountain-Warrensville-Pine Mountain area have requested that we show the film one more time. Next Saturday is the time. Finally, most of us - to whom the stewardship of the Earth has been given - are generally aware of the fact that the latest Newsweek is calling "global chaos" or "climate change." A power­ ful indication of the problem is that California, the sixth largest consumer of power in the world, has decided that something must be done. They have taken action as a state to "hold their own feet to the fire," so to speak, and change the way they live within the next few years. negative fact. We have heard about the film and really have intended to see it. Here is an­ other chance! The Riverview Community Center will show "An Inconvenient Truth" on Saturday evening, April 21st at 7:00 PM. It is about an hour and a half long, but may change the way you look at your every-day life for the rest of your life. The leadership team at Riverview talked about it briefly a few days ago. "It's something that I have seen, but maybe need to see again," said Sidney Allen, the Chairman. A stalwart in the community murmured to her neighbor, "It changed the way I see the world." If you have seen it and want to put all the "new evi­ dence" you have been seeing in the news about the fact of "climate change," in perspec­ tive, come and see it again. If you have not seen it, now is the time! Join friends who are willing to learn about God's earth and what we as humans - and especially as Americans - are doing to it. We will take a brief break during the film and - if the group wants to, we will talk a little about some of the things we can do to conserve energy and cut down on the carbon dioxide that we are pumping into the atmosphere. Tell others - and join us at Riverview on the 21st of this month - this Saturday. ciation of Free Clinics, found­ ed in 1998, is a private, non­ profit, 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt organization that conducts advocacy, research, public relations, resource develop­ ment, training and technical assistance on behalf of its member free clinics and the people they serve. Headquar­ tered in Winston-Salem, the Association received its larg­ est grant to date for $10 mil­ lion from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Caroli­ na Foundation, in order to ex­ pand and strengthen the free health clinic network across the state. To learn more about the work of the Association, visit www.ncfreeclinics.org or call (336) 251-1111. Many of us here in Ashe County are - in our minds convinced that "global warm­ ing" is a fact - and it is a Clinic continued from front page North Carolina. Dr. Melinda Wonsick serves as volunteer medical director and Linda Marsh serves as volunteer clinical coordinator. To learn more about the clinic, call 846-4649 or visit www.acfmc. org. Also, come to the open house on Tuesday to see what the clinic is all about. The North Carolina Asso- Storm continued from front page Post photo by Linda Burchette Last year's commissioners, si Golf Inspecting the county — continued from front page of Commerce. The tournament will be­ gin on Saturday, May 5, with a buffet luncheon for contes­ tants at both clubs at 11:30 a.m. followed by a 1:30 p.m. first round shotgun start. Format chosen by each team will determine the course on which the first day of play oc­ curs. The second day's compe­ tition will begin on Sunday, May 6, with lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by the second round of competition with a 1:30 p.m. shotgun start. Awards will be presented im­ mediately following play on Sunday. Entry forms for teams may be downloaded online by go­ ing to www.ashechamber.com, by going to the clubhouse at either course, or by stopping by the Chamber offices at 303 East Second Street, West Jef- ferson. Copies of the form can also be faxed to participants by calling the Chamber at 336-846-9550. In other Chamber news, the 2007 Ashe Magazine is off the press and ready for distribution to visitors and to all those interested in a com­ prehensive overview of Ashe County. "This year's issue is bigger and better than ever," said Don Sloan, marketing special­ ist for Ashe County Chamber of Commerce. "We added 16 more pages this year, mak­ ing the total number of pages 96. The book has half-day and full-day tour suggestions for those who want to spend more than a few hours in Ashe County. We hope that visitors will discover all the treasures of the county." The 2007 book includes a recap of the arts in Ashe County, a calendar of events, highlights about the New River and the Blue Ridge Parkway, and such popular sections from previous years as guides to recreation, ac­ commodations, shopping and restaurants. The magazine also fea­ tures a renewed emphasis on agriculture here in the coun­ ty, and a new and improved map. In addition to editorial coverage of what has be­ come known as "The Ashe County Experience," the book features more than 100 ad­ vertisements by Chamber members in just about every category. Stop by the Visitors Cen­ ter at 303 East Second Street, Suite B, to pick up your copy of the Ashe Magazine and to learn more about the Cham­ ber. tion. Overall, our members have been very understanding and they know our guys are trying their best." Blue Ridge Electric is en­ couraging its members to contact the cooperative via email at a special page on the cooperative's web site at www. blueridgeemc.com under the "In the Community" tab con­ cerning the wind storm. "We always like to hear from our members and thought this would be a good way for mem­ bers to share their thoughts about the storm. We value our members opinions and anticipate some very helpful feedback," explained Sandra Hicks, director of Member Services. Blue Ridge Electric crews are returning to normal work schedules and visiting contrac­ tors are leaving to assist other cooperatives and utilities with remaining outages. "We are sincerely apprecia­ tive of the assistance we re­ ceived and the tireless work from our own crews. It is truly remarkable how hard these folks work restoring electricity and repairing an electric sys­ tem, all while working in some of the most difficult weather we have experienced in quite awhile," concluded Kent. Blue Ridge Electric is a member-owned electric coop­ erative serving some 70,000 members in northwest North Carolina, including, Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, Alleghany, Alexander, Wilkes and Avery counties. Numbers to call in the event of a power outage: Powerline-our automated report­ ing system-at 1-800-448-2383 or members may contact their local office (Caldwell: 828-7549071; Watauga: 828-264-8894; Ashe: 336-246-7138; Allegha­ ny: 336-372-4646; Wilkes: 336838-4655). Blue Ridge Electric is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week. SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM GMk G1G1E BUSK?' Theatre One Meet The Robinsons Theatre Two G1G1G1C G1G1CP' TMNT . 828 Ashe Memorial Hospital Welcomes I*uesday, John A. Sundin, M.D. General Surgery Dr. John Sundin received his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. He then received his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sundin completed his general surgery residency at Hospital of St. Raphael, Yale Affiliate at New Haven, Connecticut in 1989 and at Yale Regional Surgical Residency Program at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1992. Dr. Sundin's office is located adjacent to Dr. Charles Jones. His practice opened on April 16, 2007. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 336-846-8939. Aprif24, 2007 'Asfie Civic Center 7:30 J) .m. 91duCts: $10.00 Students: $5.00 'Aft Seats (Reserved Tor tickets caft336.846-A'RT'S VS t A This program is funded, in part, by a Touring-Presenting Program Series Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, with corporate support from the Ashe County Board of Realtors, and is sponsored locally by the Ashe County Arts Council. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 PAGE 6A RELIGION Nation mourns after shootings at Virgina Tech BLACKSBURG, Va. (BP)-Students, faculty and their families gathered on the cam­ pus of Virginia Tech Univer­ sity to mourn the day after a gunman killed 32 students, including at least one in­ volved in the school's Baptist Collegiate Ministry. President Bush and his wife, Laura, attended the public convocation at Cassell Coliseum "with hearts full of sorrow" on "a day of sadness for our entire nation." "Across the town of Blacksburg and in towns all across America, houses of worship from every faith have opened their doors and have lifted you up in prayer," Bush said April 17. "People who have never met you are praying for you; they're praying for your friends who have fallen and who are injured. There's a power in these prayers, real power. "In times like this, we can find comfort in the grace and guidance of a loving God," the president said. "As the Scrip­ tures tell us, 'Don't be over­ come by evil, but overcome evil with good.'" The Virginia Tech fam­ ily also heard from Gov. Tim Kaine, university President Charles Steger and repre­ sentatives from the Muslim, Buddhist, Jewish and Chris­ tian communities on campus. The thousands in attendance at the coliseum and in over­ flow seating at the football stadium recited the Lord's Prayer and closed with emo­ Photo by Brandon Pickett/Baptist Press Students mourn at a Tuesday memorial service. tional chants of the school cheer "Let's go Hokies." Darrell Cook, campus minister at the Baptist Col­ legiate Ministry at Virginia Tech, reported that at least one student from their group, Brian Bluhm, was killed in the shootings. "We have been over­ whelmed by the support and prayers of our campus minis­ try family around the nation," Cook said in an e-mail circu­ lated to Southern Baptist col­ legiate ministers April 17. "... We are doing all we can here to help students walk through the first steps of grief." Cook requested prayer for Bluhm's family and friends as well as for the staff at the BCM as they minister to people in the campus commu­ nity. Jim Burton, director of volunteer mobilization for the North American Mission Board, told Baptist Press about 300 students gathered at the BCM Monday night for a prayer and worship service. The BCM is sponsored by the Virginia Baptist Mission Board, and two chaplains were on site at the campus ministry building to assist students in the grief process, Burton said. The chaplains were continuing to assess the needs, including how to sup­ port churches as the school's 26,000 students disperse to their hometowns, he report­ ed. Burton also told BP that the Southern Baptist Con­ servatives of Virginia sent a disaster relief kitchen unit to Blacksburg and had parked on the street next to the dorm where the first shoot­ ing occurred. They reportedly were preparing 200 meals for Bush's entourage and planned to feed about 250 law enforcement officers Tuesday night. "The spirit of cooperation between the two Virginia con­ ventions has been exemplary and is very reflective of the Baptist spirit," Burton said. "... The bottom line is I think we're at the appropriate level of response right now, and we're prepared to up our presence through disaster re­ lief chaplains as needed, and the Virginia Baptist conven­ tions anticipate being able to The United Methodist Women (UMW) of the Helton and Warrensville Charges will host a free Ladies' Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, April 21, at Smethport United Methodist Church. The event begins at 8:30 a.m., and is expected to run through 11 a.m. The theme of the event is "Spring's New Beginnings." The guest speaker for the event is Rev. Brenda Brashear, pastor of the Todd United Methodist Charge. A Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Baldwin Community Church Pastor George Norris 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson. NC Comer of Faw-Rnltmd A McNeil Sl.s • Jefferson (R8 West - Left on McNeil. One Block) Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School - 9:20-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Baldniuuntainchurch.org Email: Bald moonlain 0 skj best.com Church 477-7550 Parsonage 877-2042 Wednesday Nighi Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 1J :00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Saturday Services: Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Friendship Baptist Church Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Sunday School • 9.-00 a.m. Sunday Worship Sen ices • 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Senices •6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" We invite yrm to join us for a Cod centered, Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. family worshipping iwperience. Sunday Kvrnlngs (2nd & 4(h) • 7:00PM Wfdnaday Nighi Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services • Sunday • 6:00PM Sunday Evening Worship Service• 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come pin us for a joyful worship experience. Pastor: Tim Rolen Worship• 11:00 AM Worship Times: Sunday School • 9:30 A.M. Worship • 10:30 A.M. Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study • 7:00 P.M. 846-7481 We ha\t a nursery and children churchesavailable Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 246-9151 Main A Ivy Streets • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass 5:00nt English & 7:00pm Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Smethport Independant Baptist Church Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 Hfetl, Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 am. • Worvhlp 11:00 am. Sutulay Night Services 6:30 p.m Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise Warrensville United Methodist Church 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School ~ 10:00AM Worship - 9:00AM Visitors become family •DIRECTORY: o Local UQijsesof Worship ^ We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net Van Transportation Available Pastor Home: 336-384-31SI • fell: 336-977-1000 Sunday School- 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Wirship Service-11:00A.M. Presbyterian Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Sundav School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hun. 16 • Crumpler.SC Mt. Paddy Church West Jefferson United Methodist Church Office Phone. H6-W-M' Rcr. burnt Jones - Pastor Healing Springs Baptist Church Mount Jefferson Reverend Joseph Dinh Bible School - 10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Rev. David GiinneU • 982-2080 Pastor: Kevin Morgan Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Worship 11:00 a.m. 846-3954 Non-Denominational Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:0<)p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 891 Friendship Baptist Church Kd Jefferson, NC of Warrensville 336-667-6092 Doug Frazier. Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Buck Mountain Rood West Jefferson 246-3820 Seventh-Day Adventist Church 10:00 a.m. Welcome Home Baptist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church Robert St. off Bore (Church) 846-9378 St. Mary's Church West Jefferson Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. "Join us in worship to Christ" Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. (Episcopalian) to fellowship with us every Sunday!" .11:00 am A 6:00 pm "Come as you arc. you will he loved" Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Service - Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School /1:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Serv ice 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00p.m. Wednesday North Beaver Baptist Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School • 10:00 am and He Messed them " Luke24:50 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School 10:00 u.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Burnett St. • West Jefferson "And He led them as far as to Bethany..! Rev. Keith Casey Ilwy. 163 West Jefferson Evening Sen ice 6:30 p.m. Senices: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Sen'ice 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class IAll Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Minister Creighton Beatty Cornerstone Fellowship Sunday Worship H :00 a.m. Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church We would love to have you come worship with us. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 221 Bariwlt St.. [Off Buck Mtn. Road) Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship Services en Espanol 8:30AM and 11 :00AM 6:00PM Sabados a las - 6:00PM Family Time - 9:30AM Wednesday Bible Study Clases de ESL Sunday School - 10:00AM 6:45PM ServiCios a las-7:00PM Nursery provided for all sendees __ Rev. J. Keith Franklin. Pastor / 1:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Pastor, Chris Cox Church of Christ at West Jefferson Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages Fleetwood, NC Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Sutulay School 9:45a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. • Preaching - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Preaching - 6:00 p.m. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Big Flatts Baptist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Pastor Lewis Poag 164 Big Piney Creek Road • Lansing, NC 384-9124 • Cell: 977-4648 Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing Beaver Creek Christian Church While the breakfast is free, an offering will be taken to benefit special missions in Ashe County. The Helton United Meth­ odist Charge includes three churches: Helton, Lansing and Trinity. There are also three churches in the War­ rensville Charge: Clifton, Smethport and Warrensville. Smethport United Method­ ist Charge is located on Claybank Road in Smethport, just north of West Jefferson. 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor: Johnny Johnson Pastor Sean Brig man 246-9031 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY Sunday School 10:00AM Worship II :0<IAM and 6:00PM MONDA Y - C,immunity Care 6:00PM I Prayer rf Outreach I WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM I All ages) tMisslcms Ministry. Win Ministry. Teen Time) "A Chureh Jocused - on faith, family A the future" full-time pastor for the past six years, she has been at Todd since 2005. A registered nurse, Brashear served as a parish nurse for a UMC con­ gregation in Lenoir for three and a half years. The breakfast will feature hymns led by Linda Shumate and Sylvia Miller of the War­ rensville United Methodist Church. In addition, there will be special music provided by Glen Sullivan and his sixyear-old daughter, Abby. Bethany United Methodist Church fleiltel SapxuAtUe /i&ptiit GluiAcit Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church bune said he left a note in his dorm room railing against "rich kids," "debauchery" and "deceitful charlatans" on campus. Acquaintances told authorities Cho's behavior in recent weeks had become increasingly violent and er­ ratic, and his creative writing pieces in English class were "disturbing." Cho allegedly opened fire in a dormitory around 7:15 a.m. Monday, killing two people. Two hours later, shots were fired in multiple class­ rooms in the school's engi­ neering building before the gunman killed himself in the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history. Prayer Breakfast planned for Saturday Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 1460 Bald Mtn. Kcl.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service • 11:00am Sundas Evening Worship • 7:00pm Wedne.ukn1 Evening - 7:00pm handle that in state." Frank Page, president of the Southern Baptist Conven­ tion, expressed his "deepest concern and prayer support for the students and faculty of Virginia Tech as well as for the townspeople." "When tragedy like this oc­ curs, sometimes people look to the Lord, and I pray that all will do so and find the com­ fort that only He can bring to their hearts," Page said in a statement to Baptist Press. The gunman was identified as Cho Seung-Hui, a 23-yearold senior majoring in Eng­ lish at Virginia Tech. Cho was a legal immigrant from South Korea, and The Chicago Tri­ To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 I JEFFERSON POST Comer of Hwy. 221 St Cherry St. -Hut Jefferson 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPFIY. INC. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-982-9621 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street «West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week WlDXER ('(IXSTMTTIOX Commercial atu\ Residential PO Box 972 • West Jefferson. NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 IDA-BUG 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 EXTERMINATING Termite & Pest Control 246-4222 Ashe County Builders Supply "Comptm hnt of Building Supplin" Old Hwy 221-S. Bf.vo Creek • Wcy Jefferson 336-246-3367 Mountain Aire Seafood & Steakhouse v3» Mt. 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Jeffroon Ave • West Jefferson 739 US Hwy 221 Bus BLUERTDGE Si* Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County lor over 20 Years H&W Oil Company COMPANY All Praise Br To M Fur Our Success" 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 Compliments of Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 k 163 Intersection Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 CfffffpCHEVrrOLFT 8281 262-3700 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 ^ I PPG Paints 3-M Products Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little n0W| J ^ West Jefferson 246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-S46-4I76 CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221. West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings 1. PObTHAC BUICK Hwy 421-Boone. NC G5MC 828-264-9051 o-Fvraar www.mackbrowninc.com CD Otdsmooee (loo+te K.uJ*oia, Una Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com NJi^V We Build Your Home Cif /V The Way You Want It IIOMhs www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E Wcsi Jefferson, NC« 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 PAGE 7A AGRICULTURE Alternative agriculture events 4-H youth participate in Beef Leadership Institute Hello Growers, Neighbors, and Friends, Well, Spring's unpredict­ ability has struck the High Country again. While I can't offer much help with frozen apple blossoms or blueberry bushes that wish they had stayed asleep until May, there are some exciting opportu­ nities for all growers that weather will not dampen. Contact Cooperative Exten­ sion for more details about any of these workshops, field trips, or other events. 1) 4/12 - Solar Greenhouse Field Day at Watauga River Farms 2) 4/17 - Grape Pruning Workshop at UMRS 3) 4/24 (or 4/25) - Field Trip to CEFS 4)5/3- Pond Management Workshop in Jefferson 5) Upcoming Opportuni­ ties in Soybean Breeding 1) 4/12 - Solar Greenhouse Field Day at Watauga River Farms The New River Organic Growers have been working as a cooperative to improve production and marketing opportunities for small farm­ ers in the region for some time now, yet there is always something new and interest­ ing happening with members of the group. Most recently, NROG member Charles Church of Watauga River Farms has offered some of his farm to function as a test site for ASU grad student Yonathan Strauch's experimental Solar Greenhouse designs. These greenhouses use stan­ dard construction and de­ signs, plus some innovative heat storage and insulation techniques to leap-frog ahead of typical greenhouse effi­ ciencies. Charles and all the NROG growers invite you to join the group this Thursday, 4/12/07 at 7:00 PM to see the greenhouses firsthand. Both Charles and Yonathan will be present to explain the green­ house's operations, and other NROG growers will also be there to answer questions about the cooperative that prospective members may have. Twenty 4-H'ers from across the state were selected from a pool of candidates to participate in the inaugural Perry and Doris Teeter North Carolina 4-H Beef Leadership Institute, held Feb. 23-25 in Hickory. The institute is de­ signed to strengthen the lead­ ership skills of North Caro­ lina youth who have a specific interest in the beef industry. The institute is made pos­ sible by an endowment estab­ lished by Mr. and Mrs. Tee­ ter "to develop and provide broad-based financial support to enhance and expand North Carolina 4-H youth beef lead­ ership programs," according to the endowment agreement. The Teeters, of Glade Val­ ley, N.C., have been leaders in the North Carolina livestock industry and have served in leadership roles with the Na­ tional Cattlemen's Beef Asso­ ciation and the North Caro­ lina Cattlemen's Association. Seminars throughout the weekend were on a range of topics including team build­ ing, leading through action, goal setting and etiquette. Other activities included a session on parliamentary pro­ cedure led by April Bowman, Extension agent for North Carolina 4-H youth develop­ ment in Forsyth County, and the North Carolina Cattle­ men's youth awards breakfast and trade show. In his closing remarks, Mr. Teeter challenged the youth to use the information they learned at the institute to become stronger leaders. Ponds provide excellent recreation for family and friends. BUT, it takes careful planning and wise manage­ ment to maintain high qual­ ity fishing in a pond year af­ ter year. Learn how to better manage your ponds. Experts will gather for a pond man­ agement workshop in Jeffer­ son at the Ashe County Ex­ tension Center on May 3 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Dr. Jim Rice, Extension Specialist, North Carolina State University, will spotlight pond manage­ ment, species and stocking rates, and water quality. Dr. Rob Richardson, Extension Specialist, will also be on hand to discuss aquatic weed management. Other topics will include pond construction and trout ponds. This work­ shop is for you if you are: pond owner, wanna-be pond owner, golf course manager, exten­ sion agent, or other agency personnel. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity. To register, contact the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service-McDowell County Center 828-652-7874. You may also register by con­ tacting the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Ser­ vice-Ashe County Center 336219-2650. For special accommoda­ tions please contact Coop­ erative Extension at (336) 219-2650. In order to provide special accommodations we must be notified at least two weeks prior to the event. North Carolina State Uni­ versity and North Carolina A&T State University commit themselves to positive action to secure equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability. In addition, the two Universities welcome all persons without regard to sexual orientation. The Solar Greenhouse Field Day is free and open to all interested farmers. To get to Watauga River Farms, travel south on Hwy 105 from Boone. Turn Right onto Broadstone Rd. at the light / Ham Shoppe. Travel Broadstone into Valle Crucis, stay­ ing straight as it becomes Hwy 194. Watauga River Farms is located at 2953 NC Highway 194 S. Park in the drive downhill from the road. For more information, call Charles Church at (828) 2973775 or call Cooperative Ex­ tension at (828) 264-3061. 2) 4/17 - Grape Pruning Workshop at UMRS Three years ago, a test planting of a dozen FrenchAmerican hybrid wine grape varieties were planted at the Upper Mountain Research Station. It's time to check-in on the vines' progress (not to mention their hardiness), and also to learn more about spring-pruning of grape vines. The workshop will be led by NCSU's new Exten­ sion Viticulture Specialist Sara Spayd, and will begin at 11:00 AM. Dr. Spayd is a leader in the field of viticul­ ture, and we are lucky to have her, so please join me in wel­ coming her, and bring your questions about winegrapes! Bring your pruning shears too if you have them. The workshop is free and open to all farmers interest­ ed in viticulture, but grow­ ers should pre-register so that we know what sort of crowd to expect. The Upper Mountain Research Station is located at 8004 NC High­ way 88 E, Laurel Springs, NC. Growers who wish to go in-depth on pruning and vi­ ticulture are welcome to con­ tinue the workshop into the afternoon by caravanning to Dan Strickland's vineyard in Lansing, NC. To pre-register or to find out more informa­ tion about this Viticulture and Pruning Workshop, call the Ashe County Cooperative Extension Center at (336) 219-2650. 3) 4/24 (or 4/25) - Field Trip to CEFS NCSU's Center for Envi­ ronmental Farming Systems (CEFS) in Goldsboro, NC has a wealth of researchinto and demonstrations-of sustainable agriculture. Un­ fortunately, it's awfully far away from the High Country (think 5-hour drive), so it's hard for many farmers here to directly access some of the work being done there. Co­ operative Extension is plan­ ning a trip to CEFS that will give growers a chance to ride down and back in one (long) day, and tap the offerings of several segments of this flag­ ship research farm. The field trip will focus on primarily on three aspects of CEFS' work: raising hogs on deep-organ­ ic-bedding, raising cattle in pasture-based systems, and organic vegetable production on small farms. Space is limited (due to the size of the Extension Van) to nine participants. The cost of the trip is $25 per person (payable in advance at the Ashe County Cooperative Ex­ tension Center), which cov­ ers transportation and some refreshments en-route. Sign­ up is first-come, first-served You will note that the date given for the tour is 4/24 or 4/25. This is because we are still waiting to hear from CEFS about which of these days will net us the best set of knowledgeable folks to guide us on the visit, but we wanted to get the announcement out so that interested farmers can begin to make plans. An exact date should be known by Monday, 4/16, and can be found-out by calling the Ashe County Cooperative Exten­ sion Center at 336-219-2650. More information about CEFS can be seen at: http:// www.cefs.ncsu.edu/ 4) 5/3 - Pond Management Workshop in Jefferson A pond management work­ shop will be held at the Ashe County Agricultural Services Cen­ ter Conference Room, Jeffer­ son. Come on out if you are a "wanna be" pond owner, pond owner, golf course manager, or extension agent. Experts from North Carolina State University, including Exten­ sion Agent for Aquaculture Molly Sandfoss, and others will be on-hand. There is no registration fee, but please register by April 27. Mail in the registration form or call the McDowell County Cen­ ter at 828-652-7874 or Ashe County Center at 336-2192650. Topics covered will in­ clude: • Pond construction • Pond management • Aquatic weeds • Trout ponds 5) Upcoming Opportuni­ ties in Participatory Soybean Breeding A researcher by the name of Joe Burton at NCSU plans to test 18 different varieties of edible soybean this year. Vegetable soybean (Edamame) seeds of advanced breed­ ing lines would be freely sup­ plied to farmers. These would probably be distributed in lots of 50 to 100 seeds for each breeding line. Partici­ pating farmers would grow the breeding lines and pro­ vide comments and feedback about each one. The objec­ tives of this research include: • Learn which plant char­ acteristics appeal to farmers. • Discover any production problems - disease suscepti­ bility, poor growth, etc. • Learn what is undesir­ able. • Involve farmers in the breeding process and variety choice. • Test advanced lines in a variety of sites and produc­ tion systems in North Caro­ lina. • Generate interest in veg­ etable soybean production in North Carolina. Eligible participants will be market growers, selling to chefs, farmers market cus­ tomers, or other customers who can also provide feed­ back on taste, texture, etc. If you are interested in partici­ pating in this project, e-mail richard_boylan@ncsu.edu and describe where you plan to grow the soybean varieties and where you sell them. Pond management workshop offered ttEGAL CINEMAS * Past I Discount Ticket Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 210 New Market St Center Adv. Til on Stla SPIDER-MAN 3 (PG-13) * FRACTURE (R) • ID REO'O OKI i f - H ' VACANCY (R) • ID REQ'D 010 IN THE LAND OF WOMEN (PG-13) 0IG Fri (425) 715 950 Sal. & Sun. (125) 425 715 950 PERFECT STRANGER (R) • 10 REQ'D 0tQ Frt (415) 720 1005 Sat. & Sun. (115)415 720 1005 0ISTURBIA (PG-13) DW BLADES OF GLORY (PG-13) DIG Fri. (420) 725 1000 Sat A Sun. (120) 420 725 1000 MEET THE ROBINSONS (G) WO Horse riding lessons offered Riding lessons for the seati have begun at Burnt Hill ables and all interested wgirls/cowboys are invited join in the fun at the Laul Springs facility. Their speilty is teaching safe, effecre, and proper riding skills. There are many funda»ntals that can be learned >m horse back riding, such overcoming fears and ilding self-esteem. Riding n inspire confidence as well many other abilities. Other important benefits rived from horseback riding e new skills learned while •etching and strengthen% muscle tone. The rhythm riding helps relax the body d improve balance and codination. Landowner Danny Lamrt was looking for a new ly to earn income after reement from the North Carna Department of Agriculre and the end of the local aacco market. His beautiful acres on Burnt Hill Road ered an excellent site for is business that opened in the fall of 2005. The sur­ rounding hills and forest of­ fer wonderful opportunities for trail riding. Carriage rides are also offered. Lambert said he has owned and ridden horses since he was 13 years old, and his daughter, Teresa, followed in his footsteps. She is a cham­ pion barrel racer and worked with her dad when the facil­ ity first opened. Lessons are now provided by Danny Lam­ bert along with Lisa Taylor, Lori Townsend and McClure Jackson. Burnt Hill Stables offers riding lessons for all ages, with horses available for rid­ ers of all skill levels, guided trail rides for individuals or groups, and space to board and pasture horses. 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Features a 12V pump, on/off switch, 96" lead wire, 15' hose and standard handgun. 1.0 GPM pump. (107-00477) www REGmoviM.com �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Forging an economic future for the High Country (Editor's note: This is the second part of Michael Al­ mond's March speech to the regional Workforce Develop­ ment Board. The third and final part will appear next week. Michael Almond serves as Special Assistant to the Chancellor for Economic De­ velopment, Appalachian State University [since 2005] and became the director of the Ap­ palachian Regional Develop­ ment Institute at Appalachian State University in 2006. ) •Myth #3: North Carolina has a superb and well-trained workforce that makes us glob­ ally competitive •Conventional wisdom in North Carolina goes some­ thing like this: North Caro­ lina has lost so many jobs overseas because companies are looking for cheap foreign labor. Governor Easley is fond of saying, "We can't compete with cheap labor; but we can compete with smart labor." •Nobody has more respect and admiration for the work­ ing men and women of North Carolina than I do. But re­ member, the global impera­ tive requires us to be realistic and to deal with the economic realities of our state. •The economic reality that no one likes to talk about is this: foreign outsourcing of jobs from North Carolina may, in the beginning, have been driven by a search for cheaper labor, but the flight of jobs to foreign countries is increas­ ingly and sadly motivated by a search for talent, not just in North Carolina, but nation­ wide. •A new study from Duke University and the consulting firm Booz Allen Hamilton con­ firms that us companies are moving operations offshore because of domestic talent shortages. Professor Arie Y. Lewin of Duke's Fuqua School of Business said, "Companies in the advanced economies of the United States and Europe cannot find domestically the high-skilled talent they need to sustain their innovation and growth strategies— they turn to China, India and other countries in Eastern Europe and Latin America in search of highly skilled talent." •Now, if global companies are outsourcing jobs abroad because they are looking for bargains, that's one thing, but if they are looking for talent and skills not available here at home, that's a completely different and totally unsus­ tainable economic model for North Carolina, the High Country, and the nation. •Am I blowing this all out of proportion? Is North Caro­ lina somehow the exception to our national experience? Consider this article from the March 12 edition of the Rocky Mount Telegram: •"Sam's Club interviewed job applicants prior to open­ ing its 140,000-square-feet Rocky Mount facility in Janu­ ary, [said General Manager Dan Gonzales]. 'We went through 4000 applications to fill 160 positions,' he said. 'We ended up with 145 employees and transferred [some em­ ployees] from other clubs. We still have six positions to fill.' Gonzales said more than 2000 of the 4000 applicants did not pass drug tests, and 22% did not pass criminal background checks...Sam's Club provides insurance and other benefits to its employees. Gonzales said Sam's Club will pay for its associates to earn a GED or high school diploma. The club also will pay 80% of an associate's college tuition." •The 2005 High Country State of the Workforce Report put it this way: "[t)he current workforce may be prepared for low-skill occupations and some entry level positions, but the workforce does not among dropouts approach twice the level for those with high school diplomas. •Dropouts are only half as likely to have health insur­ ance and can expect to live nine years less than their peers who graduated from high school. •61% of North Carolina's prison inmates do not have high school diplomas or ged. keep in mind that you could fund two full scholarships to any school in the unc system for what it costs to incarcerate one prison inmate for a year. •Overall, the new schools project reports that it costs taxpayers, you and me, about $210,000 in lost tax revenue, higher health care costs, and higher crime related costs per high school dropout over their lifetime, multiply that by 33,000 and see what you get, and that's just for one year! This figure is also perversely lower than it would otherwise be but for the fact that drop­ outs tend to die much younger than those with diplomas. •Think about this for a minute: we don't allow 16 year-olds to vote, to join the army, to drive a car at night, to borrow money or sign con­ tracts, or to legally smoke or drink. Yet existing North Car­ olina law permits a sixteen year-old child to make the de­ cision to drop out of school, a decision that, over a 50-year working career, will almost certainly cost that young man or woman, and those who de­ pend on them, literally hun­ dreds of thousands of dollars in underutilized talent and skill, lost income, lost oppor­ tunity, and, worst of all, unful­ filled dreams and unrealized ambitions. Shame on us. •There was a time not too long ago when economic con­ ditions or family circumstanc­ es required kids to drop out possess the educational cre­ dentials required by employ­ ers to compete in a national and global economy." •Myth #4: North Carolina is among the leaders in the nation in dealing with the high school dropout problem. •If the federal "no child left behind" act doesn't accomplish anything else, and it very well may not, at least it has forced education officials in North Carolina to stop fudging the numbers when it comes to counting how many of our high school students become high school dropouts. •In February, the state board of education reported that only 68% of North Caro­ lina students who began 9th grade in 2002 completed high school in 2006. For African Americans and Hispanics, the numbers are even worse, 60% and 52%, respectively. The Ashe County workforce devel­ opment task force reports a 60% graduation rate. In Lex­ ington, in Davidson County, the figure is 43.7%, the lowest in the state. •Statewide in 2006, ac­ cording to the new schools project, we failed to graduate 33,000 students! 33,000! what a waste. •Just think about the con­ sequences, not only for the students involved, but for the state as a whole, accord­ ing to the North Carolina new schools project: •Dropouts, if they can find a job at all, will earn about $10,000/year less than their counterparts with a high school diploma, and this is just starting pay; over time the income gap continues to widen. •20 percent of high school dropouts live below the pover­ ty line, and 26% receive some form of public assistance. •Unemployment rates of school in order to help out at home or on the farm. The need was real, the choice was clear, and there was no shame in it. But today we are compet­ ing in a much different world, today we are all swimming in the big water of the global economy, and education is our lifeboat. Somehow, some way, we must inspire our children and their families to respect and honor the value of educa­ tion, to stay in school, to earn and cherish that high school diploma. Nothing is more im­ portant. •Myth #5: Our university of North Carolina system and its 16 campuses are our "secret weapon" in competing successfully in the borderless world economy. •Another reality check: the new global economy is, above all, a knowledge-based econo­ my. Knowledge means educa­ tion and increasingly higher education, because knowledge and the innovation demanded by the 21st century global economy lives and thrives, for the most part, on our univer­ sity campuses. •Don't get me wrong. The University of North Carolina system is and will continue to be our state's "crown jewel" as we continue to make our way through the knowledge-based economy. •But again, the devil is in the details, and if we don't do something, something big, we are headed for a big edu­ cational train wreck in North Carolina. •Right now total UNC System enrollment is about 200,000. Leslie Boney cites population projections that suggest in the next 10 years, that number will increase to at least 280,000; other stud­ ies project maybe as high as 300,000. This is more than double the number the most recent university bond issue was based on. •Where are the resources, the facilities, the faculty com­ ing from to handle this explo­ sion in enrollment? •Take asu, for example, we are currently tasked with handling about 7.5% of to­ tal system enrollment. If we hit the 300,000 number, this means that Appalachian State University must grow into a campus of 22,500 stu­ dents, up from about 15,000 today. Where will we put these people? How can we grow fast enough to handle this demand and still keep academic stan­ dards and performance where they need to be? Who will foot the bill for this? And these numbers presume a propor­ tionate, pro rata increase in enrollment all across the sys­ tem, when we know full well that some demand on some campuses will grow much faster than others. •The composition of the student body will also change, as the population of the state changes. •The makeup of the sys­ tem population today is about 64% white, 27% black, and 4% Hispanic. •By 2017, the numbers look like this: only 47% white, 25% black, 23% Hispanic, and the rest Asian and other ethnic minorities. Projections show that 2017 will be the first year that the system will become majority-minority. •And another thing: how much help can we realisti­ cally expect from the unc sys­ tem? How many of these 200300,000 students will actually get degrees, and how many of those will stay in North Caro­ lina and contribute to our growth and prosperity? Does anyone know? •All these projections have enormous and profound im­ plications for our public uni­ versities as we struggle to stay competitive in the global economy. There is, obviously, much work to be done and not much time to do it. What's our strategy? Well, have you had enough? Are you bummed out yet? I've got more—I could go on... Seriously, I'm not trying to leave you depressed and dis­ couraged. I'm not criticizing or throwing rocks at anybody. But I am trying to plainly and realistically identify some of the issues, to emphasize how high the stakes are, and to help us all better understand just how tough this globaliza­ tion thing really is. I also understand that many people could just as eas­ ily conclude that what I refer to as "myths and half truths" are, in reality, unfair and in­ temperate exaggerations on my part. But, having now having painted this bleak preview of the future, what can we do about it? How can we change things? well, as john metcalf says, trends do not necessar­ ily add up to destiny, for one thing, I have every confidence in the people and institutions of North Carolina to meet and overcome the challenges and to take full advantage of the opportunities presented by the global economy. We can do this; we must do this. As John Kennedy said when he prom­ ised the world that we would put a man on the moon, "We choose to do these things, not because they are easy, but be­ cause they are hard." OK, what's next? Remem­ ber what I said earlier: "If we in the High Country are to have an economic future of our own making, then we must have a plan, an econom­ ic development strategy of our own design." 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Checks are conducted from 3:00 pm until 4:30 pm. 5 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 6:30 p.m.: Ashe County Mason's benefit concert and pinto bean supper featuring Rock Bottom and Eric Hardin 6 Friends at Mountain Music Jamboree in Glendale Springs. Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Music at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 each/$20 per couple in advance, $15 each/$25 per couple at the door. 7 p.m.: The Historical Society's Ninth Annual Family Gathering will be held April 20-21 at the Ashe County Library. Kick off Friday Night at 7 p.m. features mountain music by the inimitable Herb Key and Wayne Henderson. Sattureday's program includes a discussion about preserving Southern rural cemeteries, a discussion by Dr. Pat Beaver and author John Inscoe about the Civil War in the mountains, Sam Shumate's discussion of his Warrensville memoire, The Bridge Crew, and a discussion about the Ham(m) surname in Virginia and North Carolina by three members of the Hamm family. This event is free to the public. To register and receive a brochure, call Lonnie Jones, (336)384-3188 or Carol Williams, (336) 877-2281 7 p.m.: Revival Meeting April 16 through April 20 at Shelter Baptist Church. Located from Hwy 16 to Shelter Baptist Church Road (on the right) Evangelist will be Rev. Sonny Thomas, Pastor at Calvery Baptist Church. Special Singing each night. The pastor and people of Shelter Baptist Church give a special wel­ come to be with us. 7 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will hold revival ser­ vices at 7 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker will be Brother Tommy Wurth. There will be special singing each night. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Saturday April 21 All Day: In coopera­ tion with the North Carolina Department of Transportation, the Greater Lansing Area Development Committee will host a Litter Sweep Day. Trash bags will be provided throughout the day at 130 South Big Horse Creek Road. Some vests and gloves are available but it is recom­ mended that you bring your own. For more information call 384-5716. The Historical Society's Ninth Annual Family Gathering will be held April 20-21 at the Ashe County Library. Kick off Friday Night at 7 p.m. features mountain music by the inimitable Herb Key and Wayne Henderson. Sattureday's program includes a discussion about preserving Southern rural cemeteries, a discussion by Dr. Pat Beaver and author John Inscoe about the Civil War in the mountains, Sam Shumate's discussion of his Warrensville memoire, The Bridge Crew, and a discussion about the Ham(m) surname in Virginia and North Carolina by three members of the Hamm family. This event is free to the public. To register and receive a brochure, call Lonnie Jones, (336)384-3188 or Carol Williams, (336) 877-2281 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.: Fit as a Fiddle on the Locomotion Trail- Special kick-off cele­ bration of the West Jefferson Downtown Pedestrian Trail. Great early morning music and an opportunity to sign up for a 4-week Walking Challenge. Free Pedometers to the first 250 walkers to sign up for the program! 5 new sidewalk artworks have been installed at the 1/5 points in the trail. All walkers are encouraged to attend and team pictures will be taken. For more infor­ mation call The Ashe County Chamber of Commerce, The Ashe County Arts Council or the Office of Ashe Healthy Carolinians at 846-0781 9 a.m.: A program on "Reconizing Early-Onset of Mental Illness in Children and Adolescents" will be held at Watauga High SchoolMedia Center in Boone from 9 a.m. until noon. This commu­ nity education event will pro­ vide information to parents and educators on recognizing early onset of mental illness and how to link up with appropriate services. Speakers will include a parent, a young adult con­ sumer and mental health pro­ fessionals. Components of the program include: Early warn­ ing signs, Family response, Consumer experience of mental illness in highschool, Effective interventions and a Question and answer session. The program is co-sponsored by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and New River Behavioral HealthCare. For more information contact Francine Barr at 828-2635654. 10 a.m.: The Iron Mountain Trail Riders will be holding a trail clean up day at the Collins Cove Horse Camp in Ivanhoe, Va. Riders will meet Road in Todd will have reviv­ al April 15-21. Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest evan­ gelist. Special singing will be featured each night. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor is Rev. Ken Holmes. Sunday April 22 10 a.m.: Warrensville Baptist Church will have Revival April 22 at 10 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each night through Wednesday 25th. Sunday Night will be youth night with Pizza Blast at 6 p.m. and Youth Singing at 7 p.m. service. Tuesday night Associational Choir will be singing. Wednesday night the Warrenville Methodist Choir will be singing and it will be America night. You are encour­ aged to wear Red , white or blue if you would like to and we will recognize veterans that are present that night the speaker will be Rev. David Blackburn, Associational Missionary for the Ashe Baptist Association. Pastor Rev. Jeff Nave and the congregation invite you to attend. 11 a.m.: Landmark Baptist Church: Rev. Chris Goodman will be the guest speaker at the 11:00 AM service at Landmark, The pastor, Rev. Charles McCoy and congrega­ tion welcomes you 11 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have a special singing on Sunday morning at the 11 a.m. service with Solid Rock siniging. 2 p.m.: Earth Day Hike US 221 Access Community Building. Meet a Park Ranger 4 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is offering a fourweek discussion course called Global Warming: Changing COurse. The dis­ cussion class covers the his­ tory and the science of Global Warming and is designed to empower individuals to be a part of the solution to the cli­ mate crisis. The group will meet for about an hour at Ashe Memorial Hospital at 4 p.m. on Sundays, April 22 & 29 and May 6 & 20. All commu­ nity members are welcome to attend. For more information please call Vicki at 336-2462166. 7 p.m.: Singing at Peace Haven Community Church featuring the Joyaires. Pastor 6 p.m.: Midway Baptist Church will be having Revival services Sunday April 22 at Bill Miller and congregation welcome everyone. For more information call: Joe at 3843457 6 p.m. and Monday through Wednesday at 7 p.m. with Rev. Wayne Osborne as the guest speaker. Mark your calendars and come hear challenging messages from God's Word. Pastor, Rev. Steve LeaShomb and congregation welcome you. 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Wrestling All Star Promotions presents: Wrestling at the Family Central Gym. Main Event: WASP Title Match: Rick Karloff/ Radical vs. Bruiser Graham. WASP Tag Title Match: The Southern Express vs. The Orient Express. And The Gripper vs. Prisoner X. Free admission'with 2 cans of Food. Doors open at 7 p.m. The food donated benefits Ashe Really Cares. 7:30 p.m.: Valley Home Bapt'st Church on Three Top Church will have revival beginning April 22 at 7 p.m. with Rev. James Best as the speaker. Special music nightly and the pastor Rev. Jack Miller invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Warrensville charge. The Welcome Home Congregation invites you to be part of this very special service. 7 p.m.: Old Fields Baptist Church will have revival beginning April 22 at 7 p.m. with Rev. James Best as the speaker. Special music nightly and the pastor Rev. Jack Miller invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Midway Baptist Church will be having Revival services Sunday April 22 at 6 p.m. and Monday through Wednesday at 7 p.m. with Rev. Wayne Osborne as the guest speaker. Mark your calendars and come hear challenging messages from God's Word. Pastor, Rev. Steve LeaShomb and congregation welcome you. Baptist Church will have Revival April 22 at 10 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each night through Wednesday 25th. 7 p.m.: Warrensville Baptist Church will have Revival April 22 at 10 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each night through Wednesday 25th. Sunday Night will be youth night with Pizza Blast at 6 p.m. and Youth Singing at 7 p.m. service. Tuesday night Associational Choir will be singing. Wednesday night the Warrenville Methodist Choir will be singing and it will be America night. You are encour­ aged to wear Red , white or blue if you would like to and we will recognize veterans that are present that night the speaker will be Rev. David Blackburn, Associational Missionary for the Ashe Baptist Association. Pastor Rev. Jeff Nave and the congregation invite you to attend. Sunday Night will be youth night with Pizza Blast at 6 p.m. and Youth Singing at 7 p.m. service. Tuesday night Associational Choir will be singing. Wednesday night the Warrenville Methodist Choir will be singing and it will be America night. You are encour­ aged to wear Red , white or blue if you would like to and we will recognize veterans that are present that night the speaker will be Rev. David Blackburn, Associational Missionary for the Ashe Baptist Association. Pastor Rev. Jeff Nave and the congregation invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Baptist Church will be holding reviv­ al services. Rev. Leo Cannon 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Baptist Church will be holding reviv­ al services. Rev. Leo Cannon nightly. Pastor, Rev. Jerry Francis and congregation wel­ come you to attend. Blue Ridge Baptist Church is locat­ ed on the Blue Ridge Parkway 7 p.m.: Bald Mt Baptist Church announces that the North Carolina Baptist Singers will be in concert at Bald Mountain.These singers are from across the state in our Baptist Churches. Brother David Phillips Associational Choir Director and Bald Mt Choir director invite you to come here this special group of singers. Rev. Lawrence Goodman is the pastor and invites you to attend the Bald Mt. Baptist Church 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Tuesday April 24 7 p.m.: Welcome Home Baptist Church will hold revival April 22nd—April 26th 22-Rev. Jack Pugh from Healing Springs 23-Rev. at the Community Building at from Bolivia, NC will be the from Bolivia, NC will be the David Jones from Pleasant 24the US 221 Access. We will continued on page 10A take a nature walk and discuss guest speaker. Special music guest speaker. Special music nightly. Pastor, Rev. Jerry plants and animals seen along Francis and congregation wel­ the way. Hike is approximately Fleetwood Community Center Blue 1 mile long. Wear sturdy shoes come you to attend. and dress for the weather. Free Ridge Baptist Church is locat­ 8996 Hwy 221 S, Fleetwood is hosting a to the public. Please call the ed on the Blue Ridge Parkway MEDICAL SCREENING on park office for more informa­ 7 p.m.: Earth Day, Meet at Saturday April 21, 2007 tion about this or any other first Overlook, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. programs that we offer. 336- Enjoy an evening of astronomy, 8 a.m. until ? animal stories and other fun 982-2587 Call 1-877-763-3344 to schedule an appointment. night time activities including 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends Complete physicals can miss cancers that (Quakers) meets every a short video about meteors. ultrasounds can find. Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home Bring a chair or a blanket so Ultrasound 8cans oft of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for you can sit back and relax. 1. Carotid Arteries for risk of stroke, includes scan of 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove directions thyroid gland for cancer.($50, no fasting) at 10 a.m. and ride out to pick up trash on the trail and clear brush from the trails. Following the ride there will be a covered dish dinner around the camp fire with an old time music jam session. Those who wish to camp will ride on Sunday. Bring trash bags, gloves, nip­ pers and a packed lunch. For more information go to our new web site: www.ironmountaintrailriders.org. All trail users are invited to join us!! 7 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April Galvin Jones from Fairview Baptist Special singers nightly, mostly the church choir from the churches represented On April 27th Friday night, after our revival, an ordination ser­ vice for a new Deacon to serve our church at Welcome Home will take place at 6:00 pm. Brother Jason Joyce will be ordained that night, with Rev. Neal Hatfield preaching the charge. The Welcome Home Congregation invites you to be part of this very special service. 7 p.m.: Old Fields Baptist 6 p.m.: 2007 Spring Revival at North Beaver Baptist Church with the group "Still Blessed" from Liberty Grove Baptist Church. Come join Pastor Rick Miller and congregation for an evening of gospel music and refreshments to follow North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, N.C. Pastor Rev. Rick Miller invites you to these events. 7 p.m.: Welcome Home Baptist Church will hold revival April 22nd—April 26th 22-Rev. Jack Pugh from Healing Springs 23-Rev. David Jones from Pleasant 24Rev. Steve Viers from Wagner Baptist 25 Rev. Warner Eller from Shiloh Baptist 26 Rev. Baptist Church will have Revival Services on April 18-22 with a special emphasis on Youth and Older Children. Services begin at 7 p.m. with Rev. Andrew Rawls as the guest speaker. Rev. Gordon Rawls pastor invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Monday April 23 2. Abdominal Ultrasound for early cancers of liver, spleen, pancreas, adrenal gland and kidneys; kidney stones, gallstones and aortic aneurysm.($50, fast 6 hours) 3. Ultrasound for loss of bone density, Osteoporosis. ($29) Finger Stick Blood Sample for: 1. Total Cholesterol, HDL, LDL,Triglycerides, Non HDL-C, Cardiovascular Risk Ratio and Glucose(diabetes) ($35, Fast 12 hours) 2. ATL/AST Liver Test for Liver Abnormalities ($25, no fasting) YOU MUST SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT, CALL 1-877-763-3344. A portion of proceeds benefit the Fleetwood Commu­ nity Center. Parking on Railroad Grade Road. SPRING FEST 2007 5:30 p.m.: Relay for Life team captain meeting will take place at Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church in downtown West Jefferson. Committee members will meet at 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m.: Welcome Home Baptist Church will hold revival April 22nd—April 26th 22-Rev. Jack Pugh from Healing Springs 23-Rev. David Jones from Pleasant 24Rev. Steve Viers from Wagner Baptist 25 Rev. Warner Eller from Shiloh Baptist 26 Rev. Galvin Jones from Fairview Baptist Special singers nightly, mostly the church choir from the churches represented On April 27th Friday night, after our revival, an ordination ser­ vice for a new Deacon to serve our church at Welcome Home will take place at 6:00 pm. Brother Jason Joyce will be ordained that night, with Rev. Neal Hatfield preaching the Saturday, April 21, 2007 9 am to 2 pm West Jefferson School A Full Day Celebration of the Arts! Call 846-ARTS for more info and Internet... All from one, great, local company focused on serving you. / SkyLine SkyBest �PAGE10A FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Local churches plan revival services this spring continued from page 9A Rev. Steve Viers from Wagner Baptist 25 Rev. Warner Eller from Shiloh Baptist 26 Rev. Galvin Jones from Fairview Baptist Special singers nightly, mostly the church choir from the churches represented On April 27th Friday night, after our revival, an ordination ser­ vice for a new Deacon to serve our church at Welcome Home will take place at 6:00 pm. Brother Jason Joyce will be ordained that night, with Rev. Neal Hatfield preaching the charge. The Welcome Home Congregation invites you to be part of this very special service. 7 p.m.: Old Fields Baptist Church will have revival beginning April 22 at 7 p.m. with Rev. James Best as the speaker. Special music nightly and the pastor Rev. Jack Miller invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Midway Baptist Congregation invites you to be part of this very special service. 7 p.m.: Old Fields Baptist Church will have revival beginning April 22 at 7 p.m. with Rev. James Best as the speaker. Special music nightly and the pastor Rev. Jack Miller invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Midway Baptist Church will be having Revival services Sunday April 22 at 6 p.m. and Monday through Wednesday at 7 p.m. with Rev. Wayne Osborne as the guest speaker. Mark your calendars and come hear challenging messages from God's Word. Pastor, Rev. Steve LeaShomb and congregation welcome you. 7 p.m.: Warrensville Baptist Church will have Revival April 22 at 10 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each night through Wednesday 25th. ordained that night, with Rev. Neal Hatfield preaching the charge. The Welcome Home Congregation invites you to be part of this very special service. 7 p.m.: Old Fields Baptist Church will have revival beginning April 22 at 7 p.m. with Rev. James Best as the speaker. Special music nightly and the pastor Rev. Jack Miller invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special Sunday Night will be youth singing each night. Pastor Rev. Church will be having Revival night with Pizza Blast at 6 Clayburn Roten and congrega­ services Sunday April 22 at p.m. and Youth Singing at 7 tion invite you to attend! 6 p.m. and Monday through p.m. service. Tuesday night 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Wednesday at 7 p.m. with Rev. Associational Choir will be Revival April 22nd thru 27th Wayne Osborne as the guest singing. Wednesday night the nightly with special singers speaker. Mark your calendars Warrenville Methodist Choir each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal and come hear challenging will be singing and it will be pastor welcomes you. messages from God's Word. America night. You are encour­ Pastor, Rev. Steve LeaShomb aged to wear Red , white or and congregation welcome blue if you would like to and we you. will recognize veterans that are White Hart Woods will be 7 p.m.: Warrensville present that night the speaker hosting the Chuck Davis Baptist Church will have will be Rev. David Blackburn, African American Dance Revival April 22 at 10 a.m. Associational Missionary for Ensemble April 26-29 with and at 7 p.m. each night the Ashe Baptist Association. workshops th 26th & 27th and through Wednesday 25th, Pastor Rev. Jeff Nave and an Open House on the 28th Sunday Night will be youth the congregation invite you to with drumming, dancing and night with Pizza Blast at 6 attend. fabulous food by Jacky Brown. p.m. and Youth Singing at 7 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Baptist All are invited to come for an p.m. service. Tuesday night Church will be holding reviv­ afternoon of great fun! 10-3. Associational Choir will be al services. Rev. Leo Cannon 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park singing. Wednesday night the from Bolivia, NC will be the Road, www.whitehartwoods. Warrenville Methodist Choir guest speaker. Special music com Pastor, Rev. Jerry 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist will be singing and it will be nightly. America night. You are encour­ Francis and congregation wel­ Church will hold Vacation aged to wear Red , white or come you to attend. Blue Bible School beginning on blue if you would like to and we Ridge Baptist Church is locat­ April 25-29. Their theme is will recognize veterans that are ed on the Blue Ridge Parkway Take the Plunge with Jesus". present that night the speaker 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward will be Rev. David Blackburn, Baptist Church Monday 23 Sexton will be teaching the Associational Missionary for through Friday 27. Bro. Ray adult class. For transporta­ the Ashe Baptist Association. K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway tion call Howard Turnmire at Pastor Rev. Jeff Nave and Baptist Church in Boiling 384-2140. For more informa­ the congregation invite you to Springs, S.C. will be bring­ tion call Barbara McCoy at attend. ing the message each night. 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Baptist Special singing. Pastor Reeves congregation invites everyone Church will be holding reviv­ Jones and congregation invives to attend. everyone to attend. al services. Rev. Leo Cannon 7 p.m.: Old Fields Baptist from Bolivia, NC will be the 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will have revival guest speaker. Special music Church will hold revival April beginning April 22 at 7 p.m. Rev. Lloyd Day will with Rev. James Best as the nightly. Pastor, Rev. Jerry 22-27. Francis and congregation wel­ bring the message with special speaker. Special music nightly come you to attend. Blue singing each night. Pastor Rev. and the pastor Rev. Jack Miller Ridge Baptist Church is locat­ Clayburn Roten and congrega­ invite you to attend. ed on the Blue Ridge Parkway tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Baptist Church Monday 23 Baptist Church Monday 23 Revival April 22nd thru 27th through Friday 27. Bro. Ray through Friday 27. Bro. Ray nightly with special singers K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal Baptist Church in Boiling Baptist Church in Boiling pastor welcomes you. Springs, S.C. will be bring­ Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives Jones and congregation invives White Hart Woods will be everyone to attend. everyone to attend. hosting the Chuck Davis 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist African American Dance Church will hold revival April Church will hold revival April Ensemble April 26-29 with 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will Rev. Lloyd Day will workshops th 26th & 27th and bring the message with special 22-27. bring the message with special an Open House OR the 28th singing each night. Pastor Rev. singing each night. Pastor Rev. with drumming, dancing and Clayburn Roten and congrega­ Clayburn Roten and congrega­ fabulous food by Jacky Brown. tion invite you to attend! tion invite you to attend! All are invited to come for an 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church afternoon of great fun! 10-3. Revival April 22nd thru 27th Revival April 22nd thru 27th 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park nightly with special singers nightly with special singers Road, www.whitehartwoods. each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal com pastor welcomes you. pastor welcomes you. 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Friday April 27 Thursday April 26 Wednesday April 25 11 a.m.: Friends of the Library meets downstairs at the library to hear well known herbalist Teresa Rogers talk on Anti-Viral Herbs. 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School beginning on April 25-29. Their theme is Take the Plunge with Jesus". Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward Sexton will be teaching the adult class. For transporta­ tion call Howard Turnmire at 384-2140. For more informa­ tion call Barbara McCoy at 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Welcome Home Baptist Church will hold revival April 22nd—April 26th 22-Rev. Jack Pugh from Healing Springs 23-Rev. David Jones from Pleasant 24Rev. Steve Viers from Wagner Baptist 25 Rev. Warner Eller from Shiloh Baptist 26 Rev. Galvin Jones from Fairview Baptist Special singers nightly, mostly the church choir from the churches represented On April 27th Friday night, after our revival, an ordination ser­ vice for a new Deacon to serve our church at Welcome Home will take place at 6:00 pm. Brother Jason Joyce will be ordained that night, with Rev. Neal Hatfield preaching the charge. The Welcome Home Church will hold Vacation Bible School beginning on April 25-29. Their theme is Take the Plunge with Jesus". Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward Sexton will be teaching the adult class. For transporta­ tion call Howard Turnmire at 384-2140. For more informa­ tion call Barbara McCoy at 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and congregation invites everyone to attend. 6:30 p.m.: Blue Ridge Adoption Support Services invites you to join them at Mt. Paddy Church in West Jefferson for their first adop­ tion support meeting. Whether you have adopted and wish to help others and show support or have an interest in adop­ tion and just don't know where to begin, you are invited to attend. 7 p.m.: Welcome Home Baptist Church will hold revival April 22nd—April 26th 22-Rev. Jack Pugh from Healing Springs 23-Rev. David Jones from Pleasant 24Rev. Steve Viers from Wagner Baptist 25 Rev. Warner Eller from Shiloh Baptist 26 Rev. Galvin Jones from Fairview Baptist Special singers nightly, mostly the church choir from the churches represented On April 27th Friday night, after our revival, an ordination ser­ vice for a new Deacon to serve our church at Welcome Home will take place at 6:00 pm. Brother Jason Joyce will be 246-5631 9 a.m.: The Jefferson United Methodist Women will have a Spring Cleaning Fling Sale in the social hall of the Jefferson United Methodist Church. While spring clean­ ing women are asked to bring useful household items, jew­ elry, tools, sporting goods and small items of furniture for the sale. No clothes will be offered. The salle will be in the social hall, rain or shine from 9 a.m. -1 p.m. 9 a.m.-12p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central during the Week of the Young Child CelebrationThis is another opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed cor­ rectly. 10 a.m.: Beaver Creek Christian Church will host its annual Ladies Prayer Retreat with special guest speaker Mary Lou Martin of Clemmons on "Let Go and Let God." Wear comfortable shoes for the communion prayer walk following the program. Lunch will be served after the walk. 2 p.m.: Alleghany Access. Meet a Park Ranger for a nature hike at the beautiful Alleghany Access. Please call the park office to sign up for this hike. 336-982-2587. Free to the public. Please call the park office for more informa­ tion about this or any other programs that we offer. 336982-2587 4 p.m.: El Dia de los Ninos celebration planned. El Dia de los Ninos, a Latino Celebration of Health and Safety will be held from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Agricultural Conference Center, 252 Poplar Grove Road, in Bonne, N.C. This event hopes to attract members of the Latino com­ munity and focuses on the entire family. Materials will be in Spanish and there will be inter­ preters available. There will be four stations: Safety within the home, which includes food safety, hand-washing, smoke detectors, heaters, and chang­ ing filters; Respones to fires, which will include fire extin­ guishers, stop, drop and roll; Personal Safety, which will include 911 calls, strangers, kids ID, emergency; and First Aide and proper lifting. There will also be games for children, pupet shows, Myrtle the Turtle, door prizes, food and fun! The event is sponsored by the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Fam Safety Just 4 Kids, Safe Kids of N.C., Children's Council. Appalachian Regional Healthcare System, and the Boone Area Fire Department. 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School beginning on April 25-29. Their theme is Take the Plunge with Jesus". Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward Sexton will be teaching the adult class. For transporta­ tion call Howard Turnmire at 384-2140. For more informa­ tion call Barbara McCoy at 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and congregation invites everyone to attend. Sunday April 29 White Hart Woods will be hosting the Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble April 26-29 with workshops th 26th & 27th and an Open House on the 28th with drumming, dancing and fabulous food by Jacky Brown. All are invited to come for an afternoon of great fun! 10-3. 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park Road, www.whitehartwoods. com 10:30 a.m.: Pine Ridge Boys, a nationally known southern gospel group, in Concert at Mt. Paddy Church, 822 NC Hwy 88W, Jefferson N.C. A fel­ lowship meal will follow. Please come worship through the powerful voices of this group. 2 p.m.: Piano Recital of Miss Sharon Kellain's piano students at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Warrensville. Everyone is invit­ ed to attend! 2 p.m.: Wildflower Hike. Wagoner Access Road. Join a Park Ranger for a one mile hike to identify the wildflowers in bloom. This program will last for about one hour. Free to the public. Please call the park office for more informa­ tion about this or any other programs that we offer. 336982-2587 2 p.m.: Hike Into History, Sunday. Meet at Mount Jefferson Picnic Shelter Explore Mount Jefferson with a Ranger as participants take in the view, and learn about the storied past of the surround­ ing area. Participants will hike to Luther Rock as they learn about historic events and the natural world. This free pro­ gram is weather dependent. Please dress appropriately for hiking. 4 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is offering a fourweek discussion course called Global Warming: Changing COurse. The dis­ cussion class covers the his­ tory and the science of Global Warming and is designed to empower individuals to be a part of the solution to the cli­ mate crisis. The group will meet for about an hour at Ashe Memorial Hospital at 4 p.m. on Sundays, April 22 & 29 and May 6 & 20. All commu­ nity members are welcome to attend. For more information please call Vicki at 336-2462166. 6 p.m.: Laurel Springs Baptist Church, 7504 US Hwy 421 , Deep Gap, NC will host a "Praise Sing" at continued on page 11A Town of West Jefferson Surplus Equipment Auction The Town of West Jefferson will hold a surplus equipment auction on Saturday, May 5, 2007 at 10:00am. The location of the auction is the old Centura Bank Building located at 404 S. Jefferson Avenue. The equipment will be on display from Thursday, April 27th until sale time. The items for sale are: Vehicles: 1987 Ford Truck (Bucket) 1990 Ford Aerostar Van 1994 Honda Civic 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe 2000 Ford Crown Victoria Equipment: Salt Spreader Weed B;ater • Park Equipment: Moon Walk Slide Monkey Bars Chain Link Fence/Posts Concrete Half Tiles/Spillways Russell Killen, license number: NCAL4234 , will conduct the auction. : Adopt a New Best Friend!!1 Saturday April 28 White Hart Woods will be hosting the Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble April 26-29 with workshops th 26th & 27th and an Open House on the 28th with drumming, dancing and fabulous food by Jacky Brown. All are invited to come for an afternoon of great fun! 10-3. 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park Road, www.whitehartwoods. com 9 a.m.: This Ashe Baptist WMU session "Abide". As FEMALE HOUND MIX FEMALE LAB MIX MALE HOUND MIX PUPPY - 10 weeks old PUPPY - 10 weeks old PUPPY - 10 weeks old Spring, your Associational will be titled, such we will be honoring those ladies who have served with dedication and passion in missions and on the mission field, abiding in the strength of our Father, Jesus Christ. We are look­ ing forward to our best ses­ sion yet.. It will be held at Friendship Baptist Church on Saturday, April 28th, 9:00 am— 12:00 noon with a light lunch served. Mrs. Donna Pollard from New River Baptist Church will be sharing in song Guest speakers will include Mrs. Trish Church as she shares about her abiding faith while battling breast cancer & Mrs.. Frances Blevins who will encourage us with laughter and challenge us through God's Word. We want to encourage all ladies to attend. This is a FREE event. For more information please call the Associational Office at A I 5 MALE HOUND MIX MALE HOUND MIX MALE SHEPHERD MIX PUPPY - 10 weeks old PUPPY - 10 weeks old PUPPY-10 weeks old MALE GOLDEN RETREIVER 3 years old FEMALE " TERRIER MIX 1 vear old ASHE ANIMAL CONTROL |J|>. V* fp WtfrA 982-4060 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY EVENTS Ashe County Republican Party holds Lincoln Day dinner on May 4 continued from page 10A the church. The singing will feature Clint Kimbrough on the organ, the Laurel Springs Baptist Church Choir, Maggie & Callie Idol, Standing Ground, Sierra Wilson, Shane Smith, the McKinney family (Scott, Vickie, Laura, Nathan, & William), Georgia Donour, Clay Hands (sign language group), Lauren 6 Nathan Jones on the piano, Pam Jones, and the Ashe County Associational Choir. A love offering will be taken for Relay for Life. 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School beginning on April 25-29. Their theme is Take the Plunge with Jesus". Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward Sexton will be teaching the adult class. For transportation call Howard Turnmire at 3842140. For more information call Barbara McCoy at 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and congrega­ tion invites everyone to attend. College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will meet May 4 through May 6 and May 11 through May 13 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Classes will be held at the Wilkes Campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. PreRegistration is required. For more information or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. at Ashe Services for Aging will provide entertainment by Rock Bottom Bluegrass Band, Paul Hardy & Friends and His Abiding Grace. Refreshments available. Admission $5 with proceeds benefiting the senior center. Located on ChattyRob Lane off Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. For more infor­ mation, call 246-4347. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner will be held at Greenfield Restaurant. The 6-9 p.m.: Musical fundraiser cost will be $8.00 and an addi­ tional donation to support local party efforts would be greatly appreciated. 7 p.m.: 1st ever High Country Disc Golf Club meeting and registration at Ashe Co. Park. Discussion followed by a glow round! If you want to help support disc golf in the High Country, come out and join the club! $20 gets you a club logo disc, plus one year of member­ ship benefits. For more info, call Todd @ (336) 649-0888 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. Saturday May 5 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Willkes Community College to offer Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-Licensing Wilkes community College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will meet May 4 through May 6 and May 11 through May 13 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Classes will be held at the Wilkes Campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. PreRegistration is required. For more information or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. Course. It** , Empire Chrysler Jeep Dodge ^ Used Car Extravaganza 7 p.m.: The Warrensville Community Sing will be held at the Helton United Methodist Church. 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. 2003 Ford Taurus D877<io $133 /month 2003 Chrysler Voyager $133/month $5,995 2000 Dodge Caravan C92206 $133 /month 2004 Dodge 2003 Mitsubishi Galant mm. $159/month NeOn J88388 $149/month $5,995 $5.995 $7,888 2006 Chrysler Sebring ma $159 /month 2002 Saturn L200 J8931* $189 /month 2002 Chrysler Sebring Convertible $189/month $7,888 Monday April 30 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. 2001 Dodge Grand Caravan EX mi«» $179/month $8.488 $8,888 $8,888 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser mm $169/month 2004 Jeep Liberty Sport 4x4 P3188A $219/month P8066A $8,888 2006 Dodge Stratus P3i2i $159/month $8,888 Tuesday May 1 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering a Long Term Care/Medicare Spplement Insurance Pre-Llcensing course on May 1 and 2. The classes will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at the Wilkes Campus. Registration fees are $55. Life, Accident and Health license is required to take this course. Pre-registration is requested. To preregister or for more information please contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336)838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336)838-6210. 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. Wednesday May 2 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering a Long Term Care/Medicare Spplement Insurance Pre-Licensing course on May 1 and 2. The classes will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at the Wilkes Campus. Registration fees are $55. Life, Accident and Health license is required to take this course. Pre-registration is requested. To preregister or for more information please contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336)838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336)838-6210. 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 2006 Chrysler Sebring P8117 $159/month $8,888 $9,488 2004 Acura 2002 Chevy 1500 D8269A $269/month RSX D9148A $279/month $14,995 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Willkes Community College to offer Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-Llcensing Course. Wilkes community $12,888 $13.488 $14,995 2005 Dodge Caravan STX P8128 $279/month Ihrysler PT Cruiser Limited P8146 $279/month 2006 Jeep Liberty 3 to choose from pjiio $299/month 15.888 2003 GMC Yukon SLT 4x4 0.001. $369/month $19.888 $15.995 ssan 350Z 08183A $359/month $19,995 $16,888 2002 Dodge Dulley 4x4 Cummins P8158 $21,500 WE BUY CLEAN USED VEHICLES!! Thursday May 3 Friday May 4 2004 Dodge Caravan SXT cow* $249/month 2004 Chrysler Pacifica mm $269/month $14,888 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. $11,995 2006 Toyota Corolla capon $229/month 2004 Dodge Ram 4x4 Quad Cab mini $319/month 2005 Chrysler Crossfire mm $319/month 2006 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited ma $369 /month 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid nw< $369/month 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 Quad PS18 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel D9181A $31,888 $33,900 $17,488 $21.500 $21,500 Ail payments and prices include $2,000 cash down or trade of equal value plus tax. tag & doc, AOC on approved credit, APR terms van depending on miles and model. Call dealer for details. SALES HOURS: FIVE STAR Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. • Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. & & O & ft SERVICE & PARTS HOURS: It's Better. We'll Prove It. Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • Saturday 8:00 a.m.-Noon Five Star Winner For Customer Service Tim Harrold-General Manager • Michael Wyatt-F8il Manager Internet Sales - Scott Watts and Josh Harrold Jeff "J.J." Joines—Used Car Manager Just above Wal-Mart on the right Highway 421 • Wilkesboro ASK FOR CHRYSLE R • T EE P # DODGE -^mmrnm m mrmmmmmm j 1-877-781-4110 Lot #2 336-903-1076 Sales Manager—Chris Sheets Sales and Leasing Representatives - Jamie Marlon, Matt Wyatt. Al Martinez. Randy Snyder. Frank Garcia, Roger Eich www.empiredodge.com �PAGE 12A FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Abandon perfectionism and find peace by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post We have lived our lives not being able to open the door; you know that "can't have anyone over syndrome" that has para­ lyzed us. We have other doors that we hide behind. It is per­ fectionism that keeps us hud­ dled behind them in fear and shame. Remember that the op­ posite of love is fear. I want for you what I have peace, and this peace came from loving me just the way I am. This means with all my warts and blemishes. Now this process of loving myself didn't happen over night. Just like your home is not going to get clean in a day. All my life I only heard the negative voices on the phone when I called my granny or my mother. "Honey are you still big?" was a com­ mon question. The change for me was im­ mediate. No I didn't start to lose weight. I quit beating my­ self up with diets and torture. The negative self-talk was go­ ing away and I was replacing it with loving gestures; bubble baths, meditation, walks in the woods, fishing, and kind words in my head. When ever I would mentally hear those ugly words, I would replace them. The hardest part to all of this is recognizing that you say them to yourself in the first place. Once that light bulb goes off, you begin to heal. Every thing that has hap­ pened to me in my life has made me the person that I am. I am thankful for every single bad thing that has every happened to me. Those things make me stronger and more able to share with you. In my imperfection I can help you become who you are supposed to be. It was only after I personally started to Fi­ nally Love Myself (FLY) that I found my voice. Don't ever forget that the message is not about me, it is about you and helping you to FLY! If I can teach you this one lesson, your home will come together. It is an all inclusive process. The babysteps, shin­ ing your sink, getting dressed to shoes, fixing your hair and face, building your routines are all part of FLYing, as well as getting rid of the clutter from your life. Don't get caught in the revolving door of Til do this when". We all have to start someplace. Let go of the negative attitudes and self-defeating behavior and be nice to you for a change. For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free men­ toring group at www.FlyLady. net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Bantam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clutter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permis­ sion in this publication. BRING THIS AD IN FOR YOUR DISCOUNT lu '06 Jeep Commander have been told (by my family) you have such a pretty face, if only you would lose some weight. Those if onlys and buts tend to negate the good that was said: Why couldn't they just stop with the pretty face. Then at the same time, I was programmed with, "Pretty is as pretty does": On one hand it is how I act and then almost in the same breath it was putting me down because of my physi­ cal appearance. Learning to love myself was the hardest thing I ever did. In my perfectionism, I was selfconscious of the way I looked. So I hid behind baggy clothes (another door) and sweat shirts, and long coats. As a result, I had a new mantra in my life. When I lose weight, I will I When I lose the baby fat, when I go on a diet, if only I could fit into that dress, this year I am going to lose weight. Let me tell you, I became my own worst night­ mare. The negative mindset was causing me to gain even more weight. 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Softball Varsity 4:30 p.m. JV 6:30 p.m. JV/Varsity Baseball 4:30/7:30 p.m. Women's Soccer 6 p.m. The Track teams will be competing in the WHKP Invitational at Polk County High School on Saturday This week in Husky sports Women's soccer in second place by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The women's soccer team traveled to Starmount High School Tuesday evening for a vital conference match up with the Rams. The Huskies took full advantage of the limited scoring opportunities during the game and punched in two goals to claim the 20 victory. The victory over Starmount places the team in a tie for second place with Wilkes Central as they defeated North Wilkes. The action opened up with the Rams possessing the ball in the opening minutes. The Huskies struggled with maintaining possession and Starmount was able to keep the ball on the Huskies' defensive half of the field. The Huskies defensive played tough and despite repeated runs by the Rams, held them scoreless. Photo by Michael Graybeal Belinda Price races the Starmount defenders to the ball dur­ ing the Huskies' 2-0 victory. The momentum swung in favor of the Huskies after 25 minutes into the game when the Huskies progressively advanced the ball down the field. A Husky shot was deflected by a Rams defender and resulted in a corner kick for the Huskies. The corner kick was taken by Nancy Jones for the Huskies, and a kick placed right at the near post created problems for the Rams. The Rams' goalkeeper struggled to get to the ball but an unlucky bounce for the Huskies sent the ball out of bounds to return possession to the Rams. The Rams maintained possession off of the goal kick and worked the ball back towards their offensive half. A defensive stop at midfield for the Huskies resulted in a counter run for the Huskies. In a repeat of the previous run for the Huskies, a deflected kick resulted in another Husky corner kick. Nancy Jones took the kick again for the Huskies and placed another ball right in front of the Rams' goal. An attempted clearance by the Rams was whiffed and Brandy Houser drilled the ball into the side net of the goal to give the Huskies a 1-0 lead with seven minutes remaining in the first half. The goal by Houser, which was assisted by Nancy Jones, gave the Huskies momentum heading into the closing minutes of the half. A defensive steal at midfield returned possession back to the Huskies. A run down the left sideline by the offense placed the Huskies deep in Rams' territory and a ball played into the box to Brandy Houser put the Rams in a difficult situation. An attempted steal by a Rams' defender tripped up Houser for the Huskies and resulted in a penalty kick being awarded. With four minutes remaining in the half, Houser second when the following scored her second goal of the Husky struck out for the third game on a penalty kick placed in the left half of the net, and out of the inning. The Rams had difficulty the Huskies claimed a 2-0 i in the bottom half of the lead. sixth as the Huskies changed pitchers again and brought in Darron Dotson to close the game. Darron struck out the first batter and then forced by Michael Graybeal the next two into a ground Sports Reporter The Huskies Men's Tennis out and a fly out to end the team continues to have an inning. In the seventh inning, the impressive and successful Huskies and Rams each had season, as they were able one more at bat prior to extra to place another tally in the innings. The Huskies opened win column. The Huskies the inning with Keaton Mash claimed another conference getting on first with a walk victory Tuesday when they with one out. However, the defeated the Vikings from following two batters struck North Wilkes with an 8-1out to end the top half of the team victory. The Huskies swept the inning. The Rams offensive portion Vikings in singles matches of the inning was short lived as they won all six matches. also. The first batter was able Jason Dunphy was added to to get on base with a walk and the six Husky competitors for then an attempted sacrifice the match due to one player bunt by the Rams turned bad being unable to participate. Single competition results: for Starmount. The bunt went right back to the pitchers #1 seed: Jake Giles (Ashe mound where Darron Dotson County) defeated Nathan gunned the ball to second and Poteat (North Wilkes) 6-2 then the ball was relayed to 6-1; #2 seed: Will Krider first for a double play. The (Ashe County) defeated Cody Rams' following batter hit Poplin (North Wilkes) 6-4 a single, but then Dotson 6-0; #3 seed: Ricky Pelton County) defeated struck the third batter out (Ashe to end the inning and force Jared Brown (North Wilkes) 6-1 6-4; #4 seed: Chris Lyalls extra innings. In the top half of the eighth (Ashe County) defeated Eric inning, David Marino got on Pruitt (North Wilkes) 6-1 6-2; first with a bunt. With Jake #5 seed: Chase Smith (Ashe Miller at the plate, Marino County) defeated Seth Byrd stole second and then Miller (North Wilkes) 6-1 6-1; #6 Baseball loses in extra innings appeared to be promising for the Rams. Following a lead off The varsity baseball team walk, Brandon Miller struck traveled to Starmount on out the next batter for the Tuesday evening to face first out of the inning. The the Starmount Rams. The following batter swung at an Huskies faced a tough task early pitch and flew out to not only against the Rams Jake Miller at the shortstop but the weather as the wind position. With two outs and a had a heavy influence on the runner on first, the following flight of the ball. The two batter from Starmount drew teams battled back and forth a walk to put two runners on for the entire game and the with two outs. Brandon Miller Rams were able to defeat the was able to end the inning Huskies in the eighth inning when he struck out the next by a final score of 3-2. batter on strikes to keep the The windy game opened game tied at 0-0. In the fifth inning, Dustin up with the Huskies batting first and they were unable to Absher was able to get on hit the speedy pitcher from base by drawing a walk to Starmount and were set open the inning. With the down after three batters. In following batter up, Absher the bottom half of the first, was thrown out on an the Rams were able to load attempted steal at second for the bases with only one out the first out of the inning. The against them. Brandon Miller, two following Huskies struck the pitcher for the Huskies, out as the scoreless streak for did not panic and struck out the Huskies continued. the next two batters to escape The Rams continued to the inning with the score tied get runners on base but the Huskies got the first batter 0-0. The Huskies success at the out with a fly ball to Jake plate did not improve during Miller at shortstop. The the second inning and the second batter for the Rams Huskies again had a three drew a walk but the Huskies batter inning to advance the earned their second out with game to the bottom half of the a strike out. The Rams then inning. The Rams again were got another runner on base able to get runners on base, by drawing a walk to place but this time with two outs. runners on first and second With runners on first and with two outs. The following second base, Brandon Miller batter hit a single in center again struck out the batter for field to drive in one run and advanced the other runner to the third out of the inning. The Huskies continued to third. Following the single, struggle in the third inning and for the third time in a row, Coach Ronnie Pruitt decided was retired after only three to change pitchers and batters. Starmount continued brought Jake Miller in to to get runners on base though relieve Brandon Miller. The and with two outs, the Rams first batter Jake faced hit a had a base runner on second single in the gap to drive in base. The batter made contact one run and place runners with a pitch and sent the ball on first and second. The into the outfield. Jake Miller following batter hit a hard cut off the throw from the ball to Dustin Absher at out field and gunned out the shortstop and barely out ran runner as he attempted to the tough scoop and throw to make it home for the third first by Absher. The Huskies out of the inning and the ended the inning when the following batter hit a ball into score still remained 0-0. In the fourth inning, the left-center field and Brandon Huskies were finally able to get Miller caught it for the third a batter on base when Phillip out of the inning and the Walter got aboard on a walk. Rams claimed a 2-0 lead. In the top half of the When the next batter was at the plate, Walter stole second sixth inning, the Huskies on a wild pitch, and then was gained back the two runs to awarded a trip to third with tie the game up at 2-2. Josh a balk by Starmount's pitcher. Ferguson opened the inning Following the balk, the Husky up with a single and Aaron batter was struck out for the Scott was called into pinch second out of the inning, and run. A sacrifice bunt by David then the following 'batter Marino advanced Scott to struck out to leave the runner second. Phillip Walter drew stranded on third with the a walk to set up the double RBI double by Kyle Guyton. score still 0-0. Thebottomhalfofthefourth Guyton was then left on by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Photo by Michael Graybeal Brandy Houser gives the Huskies a 1-0 lead with this penalty kick during the first half of the game on Tuesday evening. The Rams made one last run in the first half and Christina Cole for the Huskies ended their run with a save. The clearance by Cole concluded the first half with the Huskies winning 2-0. The second half opened up with both teams attacking. Both teams had offensive opportunities in the first part of the second half, but neither team was able to find the back of the net. The Huskies continued to deny the Rams runs with strong defensive play by Leia Eldreth and Shelly Barker in the middle of the field, and Christina Cole continued to protect her goal to maintain a shutout. At the 25-minute mark of the half, the Huskies gained possession in the midfield and a run by the offense moved the ball into the Rams' territory. A mistimed steal by a Ram defender resulted in a free kick being awarded to the Huskies from approximately 30-yard8 from the net. Nancy Jones took the free kick for the Huskies and placed the ball perfectly in the box. With the ball on the ground, Ashton Little took a shot at the goal and forced the opposing keeper to move quickly to her right. The quick reaction by the keeper allowed her to tip the ball with her fingers and then scrambled to catch it to prevent it from going in the goal to keep the score at 2-0. The save by the Rams' keeper allowed the team to charge down the field on a counter attack and got a shot off at the Huskies goal. The shot flew into the arms of the goalkeeper Christina Cole, See Soccer, page 2B Tennis defeats Vikings got out on an attempted bunt. With the following batter for the Huskies, Marino was able to steal third but back-toback strikeouts by the next two Husky batters ended the inning with the score still tied, 2-2. In the bottom half of the eighth inning, the Rams could win the game with a single run. The first batter was able to get on base with a single. The following batter hit into a fielders choice for the first out but advanced the runner to second base. The next Ram hit a ground out but advanced the runner to third base. The next batter drew a walk and with an attempted steal at second, a bad throw allowed the runner at third to score to end the game with the Rams winning 3-2. The loss dropped the Huskies conference record to 4-6 and their overall season record to 9-7. The Huskies will return to action this evening when they travel to North Wilkes for a conference game with the Vikings. Photo by Michael Graybeal Chase Smith returns this tough shot in windy conditions during his 6-1 6-1 victories over his opponent from North Wilkes on Tuesday evening. seed: Jason Dunphy (Ashe County) defeated Bonday Cayton (North Wilkes) 7-5 61. Photo by Michael Graybeal Jason Dunphy returns a volley during his 7-5 6-1 victories as the Huskies' sixth seed. Doubles competition results: Nathan Poteat/ Cody Poplin (North Wilkes) defeated Pelton/ Krider (Ashe County) 9-8; Lyalls/ Smith (Ashe County) defeated Phillip Wyatt/ Jonathon Benton (North Wilkes) 8-1; Alex Wolfe/ Alex Graybeal (Ashe County) defeated Anthony Arrojo/ Ethan Foster (North Wilkes) 8-3. Exhibition singles results: Anand Patel (Ashe County) defeated Jonathan Campbell (North Wilkes) 6-0; Alex Wolfe (Ashe County) defeated Mark Day (North Wilkes) 6-0; Justin Miller (Ashe County) defeated Jacob Smith (North Wilkes) 6-0; John "Wooten (Ashe County) defeated Dustin Trivette (North Wilkes) 6-4. Exhibition doubles results: Jacob Smith/ Mark Day (North Wilkes) defeated Nathan Greene/ Robbie Pelton (Ashe County) 6-3. The Huskies' record improved to an impressive 7-2 in conference and an outstanding 9-3 for the season. The tennis team will host the Starmount Rams today in one of their final home matches of the season. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Bowling league results MVAC official Week 30 of 32 Reported by Butch Whitesell Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) New River Archery, 100, 20 2) Mike's Mufflers, 85.5, 34.5 3) W.J. Chevrolet, 74, 46 4) VA. Carolina Cone, 73.5, 46.5 5) State Drywall, 67, 53 6) T&L Construction, 64.5, 55.5 7) The Powerstroke, 63, 57 8) Mixed Attitudes, 58, 62 9) Little's Health, 51, 69 10) Beaver Creek Gro., 34, 86 11) Winner's Circle, 24, 96 12) M&D Family Rolle., 22.5, 97.5 Place) Team Name, Pts Won, Lost 1) Radio Hill Sales, 100.5, 19.5 2) WJ Chevrolet, 80,40 3) United Chemicon, 79,41 4) Winner's Circle, 78, 42 5) Cardinal Lanes, 74, 47 6) Mikes Community, 53, 67 7) The Nose Pin Zone, 46, 74 8) Bill's Garage, 42, 78 9) Church's Constru., 36.5, 83.5 Top Scores- Men Scratch Game 234 Jerry Davis 223 Larry Calhoun 215 Carl Blevins Scratch Series 589 Jerry Davis 560 James Ham 552 Mike Leserra Handicap Game 274 Jerry Davis 262 Larry Calhoun Carl Blevins 255 Handicap Series 709 Jerry Davis John Witherspoon 650 646 Larry Calhoun Men Individual High Averages James Ham 182.93 Mike Leserra 181.59 Noah Wyatt 173.61 standings From 4/10/2007 Week 30 of 32 From 4/12/2007 Top Scores- Women ^Scratch Game Iva Miller 192 Cindy Malafronti 165 Sue Friley 160 Scratch Series 478 Iva Miller Sue Friley 456 429 Cindy Malafronti Handicap Game 235 Iva Miller 214 Sue Friley 210 Hazel Price Handicap Series 618 Sue Friley Iva Miller 607 580 Hazel Price Women Individual High Averages Cindy Malafronti 156.18 149.82 Iva Miller Cindee Aloia 142.81 Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Jamie Taylor 186 Cindy Malafronti 183 Jean Malafronti 180 Scratch Series Cindy Malafronti 506 Jean Malafronti 477 461 Jamie Taylor Handicap Game 234 Jamie Taylor Jean Malafronti 222 219 Cindy Malafronti Handicap Series Cindy Malafronti 614 Jamie Taylor 605 Jean Malafronti 603 Women Individual High Averages Cindy Malafronti 153.17 Jean Malafronti 144.85 144.07 Debbie Tedder Top Scores- Men Scratch Game 234 Gary Walker Mike Malafronti 232 Tommy J arman 217 Scratch Series 584 Mike Leserra Jeff Cannon 578 Jerome Greer 577 Handicap Game 260 Mike Malafronti Gary Walker 255 Tommy Jarman 241 Handicap Series 659 Jeff Cannon Jerome Greer 646 641 Jonathan Blevins Men Individual High Averages Steve Katz 189.99 James Ham 182.57 John Treva 181.01 12U girls win tournament Tennis Through games as of April 16, 2007 Conference W L 7 1 7 2 6 2 2 2 1 3 1 5 0 10 SURRY CENTRAL WILKES CENTRAL ASHE COUNTY STARMOUNT FORBUSH NORTH WILKES NORTH SURRY Season W L 10 9 1 5 8 2 2 2 3 2 5 6 0 12 Soccer Through games as of April 16, 2007 Conference W L FORBUSH 6 0 ASHE COUNTY 4 2 WILKES CENTRAL 4 2 STARMOUNT 4 2 SURRY CENTRAL 2 3 NORTH SURRY 1 7 NORTH WILKES 0 6 Season W L 9 0 5 6 8 7 4 5 3 7 8 10 1 0 Softball T 2 2 1 1 » Through games as of April 16, 2007 Conference W L 6 0 5 2 FORBUSH ASHE COUNTY STARMOUNT 4 3 NORTH WILKES 11 9 8 6 6 2 4 3 1 1 SURRY CENTRAL NORTH SURRY WILKES CENTRAL Season W L 5 6 6 2 1 0 5 6 6 8 14 11 Baseball Through games as of April 16, 2007 FORBUSH SURRY CENTRAL NORTH SURRY ASHE COUNTY WILKES CENTRAL STARMOUNT Season W L 11 4 8 9 Conference W L 6 1 • 5 4 4 4 4 4 3 2 NORTH WILKES 9 5 5 5 6 5 6 9 9 4 9 11 6 10 Jefferson Post NASCAR Donnie Tomlinson is the winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. He was the only contestent that correctly chose the race winner. Jeff Burton. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! •• •• Photo courtesy of Carmen Wilson The 12U Ashe County Lighing girls traveled to Marion Virginia to compete in the Marion Classic and finished first in the tournament. The team defeated Marion in the first game, Galax in the second, Abingdon in the third, and defeated Bristol, VA in the championship game. Thus far, the team has finished third in Mt. Airy, second in Boone, first in Johnson City, and then first at Marion. Players include (L:R): Caroline Edwards, Sierra Wilson, Kayla Spears, Tiffany Cozart, Amanda Tugman, MacKinsey John­ son, Karanda Weaver, Emily Ballou, Makayla Spencer. The team is coached by Steve Johnson and Kenny Spencer. Soccer continued from page IB but a charging Ram forward collided with Cole with a hard hit and sent Cole to the ground. 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If you have used or plan to use a Flood Company product to brighten up your exterior space, enter Flood's monthly "before and after" photo contest for a chance to win a $100 gift certificate to Smith & Hawken or Crate&Barrel. Visit www.flood.com/flood/DlY/ IdeaGallery/BeforeandAfter for more details. Courtesy of ARAcontent "Put Your Trust In Number One 99 Hi Heritage Realty Ashe. Inc d/b/a mmm 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Qntui^j Business 336-246-2664 INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED Real Estate for Your World ' m • ™ and © Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity MLS J154125. NEW LOG HOME IN NIKAN0R - w/views of the mountain and river. This new Barna Log Home features 4BR/3.5BA, wood floors, custom cabinets, exposed beams, finished walk out basement & an area underneath w/a concrete floor which would be great for storage $349,000. J154288. RIVERFRONT LOG HOME - on 2.336, mostly wooded acres. Home sits on high ridge, west facing, for great sunsets. This 3BR/28A, log home offers a bright, open floor plan, w/gas FP, wood & ceramic floors, large hot tub & comes very tastefully decorated and furnished, down fo the spoons. Move in ready! $369,000. mSMMHS conveys as well. Additional acreage avail­ Land Listings: J154048. HUGE HORSE FARM POTEN­ TIAL - with this delightful little 3BR/1BA farmhouse & 14.063 well groomed acres. This darling, remodeled, old farmhouse has views, pastures w/watering areas and seclusion. Barn has everything to offer for the horse lover who spends more time in the bam than the house. Set up perfectly for a Boarding Facility. $399,000. #!|f J154112. HORSE FARM IN GRAYSON COUNTY. VA - Just one-half mile from NC State line. 4BR/1BA farmhouse was re­ modeled in 1989. Nice views, horse barn, aprox. 20 acres 4 many other features. There is a 2BR/2BA mobile home on the property in excellent condition which able. $525,000. J154063. RIVERFRONT COTTAGE IN FLEETWOOD - Level and slightly wooded riverfront property with cottage with full camper hookup as well. Enjoy fishing or canoeing right in your own front yard on the South Fork of the New River. $135,500. J154089. GREAT COUNTRY LOCA­ TION - and onfy minutes to town' Wellmaintained home with plenty of room tor the family. Comes mostly furnished. Two master suites, two living areas, large kitchen, separate dining area, heated spa, covered porches with great mountain views, well-landscaped and fenced with outbuilding for storage and tools.Two car garage in heated basement with workshop and craft room. $351,900. J153664. FABULOUS VIEWS OF PHOENIX MTN- from this property. This is a great 1.957 acre tract that has enormous potential. Could be used tor residential or commercial purposes and conveniently located on new HWY 16 North with over 300 feet of road frontage $140,000. J151324. GREAT VIEWS OF BLUFF MOUNTAIN- This 0.982 acre lot has a great driveway to the top w/long range views. Lot #97 is wooded 6 sloping. Ready tor your home. $32,500. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS. CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON TO SEE MORE OF OL'R LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 heritagcrealty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST m© m© Each year on April 22nd the world celebrates Earth Day. This holiday is recognized as the first international event held annually worldwide. Earth Day celebrates the Earth's environment and spreads awareness on how we can protect it through conservation. The holiday was created in the late 1960 s and began mainly on college campuses. The original holiday was celebrated on March 21st during the vernal equinox. For this reason it was known as Equinoctial Earth Day. In later years the date was moved and the name was shortened, but the meaning has always been the same. There are many ways that you can help to celebrate Earth Day. Planting a tree is a great way to celebrate. Help clean up your school or neighborhood by picking up trash. And don't just help the environ­ ment out on Earth Day; remember to help it out everyday of the year. The more you help it, the better place this world will b e f o r e v e r y o n e t o live i n it! I \rj Conservation is the act of carefully protecting the planet. We must responsibly use the resources on Earth in order to'*^ not destroy them or deplete them to extinction. There are many different types of conservation; air, land, and water conservation. They are all meant to help protect our resources from being polluted. Conservation is also about protecting the earth's animals. It is important to make sure that we have clean drinking water, pure land to grow healthy crops to eat, and to prevent the air that we breathe from becoming toxic poisons, instead of healthy, clean oxygen. Conservation is also about protecting the Earth's ecosystem. An ecosystem is when a complex community of organisms and the environment that they live in make up an ecological unit. In other words, all living things on Earth are important to make the planet a safe and healthy place to live. For example, humans and many animals require oxygen to breath in order to live and plants require carbon dioxide to live. Humans create carbon dioxide and plants create oxygen, an in turn we help create what each other needs in order to live. Not only are people, plants, and animals help each other, all living things on the planet work together in ways like this to make the Earth work. Conservation of this ecosystem is important to maintain an inhabitable environment, so that the Earth will be a clean place to live for millions of years. * r^J ' LOOK ALIKE$! Circle the globe that is different. "/J CJj J J j£) f Complete the puzzle using the clues below. tfjh h on Decide whether the picture in the box is an act of pollution or conservation. Then write a 'P' or 'C' in the corner of the box. PCJLLir!iOdr' EARTH DAY WORD SEARCH Find the words hidden in the puzzle below. 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Natural substances on Earth. 3. Humans and animals need clean what? Air Conservation 11. Plants make this resource. 4. Plants breathe what? Awareness 12. Destruction of the Earth. 7. Preservation of Earth's resources. Carbon Dioxide 13. A way to prevent pollution. 9. Original name of Earth Day. Conservation 10. Who needs to practice conservation? 14. Earth Day first celebrated where? Earth Day Ha 31i N O Z N O8 N Ecosystem ••••••••••BOBBF H d^"V 1 3 D D U Environment ••••BP BOP Equinoctial Jj J£L2l • B E a ••BDQDBBP • Land Conservation • B U a • D • O D • • D Natural Resources •••nor* Q • • • • Organisms DPBDDDDOD • Oxygen B B B B ••••noao Pollution HON i ri agjSTH'Ti'rrv i on••• • • B I OJSIIO >19 o K a MM DO • Trash V T H Z A H Z N O Y I H f O a a lxzr rxnjraorio 0 > W d N « 8 0 A 9 0 > M a Water Conservation D D us -to ©A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS! 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This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com-1 plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found: Male Cat, orange & white, in Graybeal Hollow area, off Little Laurel Rd. in Creston, Call 385-9077 if this is your cat. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted e-mail: classified jeffersonpost.com Web: jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices / Whether they will be 5 or 50... let everyone know they are having a birthday with a Jefferson Post-it Mote! Onlv $18.60? Christmas Tree Field Supervisor Full-time position for hands-on, organized team player with a proven work ethic and leadership skills. Experience with farm equipment and agriculture preferred. Horticulture, Forestry or Agriculture education a plus. Responsible for assisting in management of all aspects of large Tree Farming Operation. Benefits include health insurance and paid vacation. Mail letter of application with references to: Field Supervisor, PO Box 89. Glendale Springs, NC 28629 J.Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. 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Call Robert for appointment 828-963-8607 180-Appliances For Sale - Washer, less than 2 years old and an older dryer for $125. Also have refrigerator with icemaker for $50. Selling all 3 for $150! Call 336-384-3194. 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies For sale: 2-horse gooseneck trailer. Black, 7' ceiling, rear ramp, brakes on both axles. $2,000, firm. Call 336-384-4757, leave message, or 336-977-1957. 235-Christmas Trees For Sale: Fraser Fir Seedlings, 3-0's, bedrun. Also, have transplants. 276-579-7733 235-Christmas Trees 330-Pets 300Miscellaneous Premium Fraser Fir transplants 3-2's and 3-3's available for fall and spring. Call 336-877-2652 or 336-877-7167. WANTED: Entire fields, large or small. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. 260-Garage/Yard Sales ESTATE SALE Thursday, April 19 Friday, April 20 Saturday, April 21 HERBALIFE DISTRIBUTOR Free Samples. 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Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available Two inch space for the above costs. I 1 COUM. NOMHO 290-Horses & Livestock Gus (ID #42) is a 3-4 year old black lab mix. He's about 40 lbs in size and has shorter, squatter legs than a regular lab. Gus is a friendly guy who likes to give kisses. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at alleghany.petfinder.com 336-846-7164 HomeTnstead S E N I O R C A R E Certified Nursing and Personal Care Assistants needed: Care for elderly in their homes. Assist with bathing, grooming, toileting, transfers, meal preparation, light housekeeping, med. reminders, transportation. Call: 336-838-4040 AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. FORECLOSED LEARN T© ©RIVE Check Out Thit Local Property: EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ALLIANCE Homes Want to join our health care team? PRN Radiology Technician positions in our IMAGING Department. 2 BR, 2 JEFFERSON BA, 1488 SF Home wf1 ACRE Selling WED., MAY 9 at 3:00 PM from house at 102 North Dr in Jonetville TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES To apply: Apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc. 200 Hospital Ave. • Jefferson. NC 28640, online at: www.ashcmemorial.org or email to: hr@ashememorial.org Margate Health and Rehab Center has the following positions available: Quality Assurance Coordinator - LPN Monday - Friday / Full Time Long Term Care Experience Preferred Activities Director Recreational Therapist or Activity Certification Required Long Term Care Experience Preferred Interested persons should send resume to: Administrator 540 Waugh Street,Jefferson, NC 28640 Phone: 336-246-5581 • Fax: 336-246-5997 Jefferson's Gateway to Extraordinary Living Come See the Difference! A g e n t : Deborah Swift, Swift Real Estate Specialists, 336-526-7770 • CDL TRAINING • OPEN HOUSE Benefits include: Competitive Salary, Shift Differential, Medicine at a reduced cost. • JOB PLACEMENT • SATURDAY & SUNDAY. • FINANCING • AVAILABLE 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale House For Sale By Owner. 3 bedroom, approx. 1600 sq ft, heat pump. Monitor heater, new floor coverings and new paint. Located in Jefferson, NC. $155,000. Appointment only. Call 336-977-6242. 336-977-4460, 336-877-1000 336-846-9831 Little C l a s s i f i e d s . . . BIG RESULTS! 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Office and warehouse space 2,400 to 3,200 sq. ft. Office designed to tenants specifica­ tions. Off Beaver Creek School Rd. in West Jefferson city limits. 336-246-9612 500-Mobile Homes for Sale FOR SALE: "NEW" HORTON D/W with land, well, septic, Brick, H/pump, 1485 sq. ft. Call Tommy at 336-927-2788 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home, with oil heat. Located 3 miles north of Jefferson. Security deposit required. 336-982-5451 or 336-977-3614. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. NEW DEALERSHIP: Your source for nnos in Ashe County and New Generation Homes!! Independently owned!! Save thousands!! We are not the same as all the others!!! Come and take a look!!! New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 Country: The Jefferson Post Wilkes Community College Director, Advance Materials Technology Let FREEDOM HOMES be your 1st choicel Shop here before you buy. Modulars. Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. MILLION DOLLAR LIQUIDATION!!! All display Models must go!!! Come and take a look.... Save thousands. New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 For the latest local news, subscribe to The Jefferson Post. Call JoEvelyn at 846-7164 today! PLEASANT PEOPLE WANTED Now TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR COOKS ALL SHIFTS! For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Management Opportunities Available Wilkes Community Wilkes Community College College Career Counselor Director of Clinical Education For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu APPLY IN PERSON No Phone Calls, Please! 146 North View Drive • Jefferson (Respiratory Therapy) For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Looking for a Career? Look No Further!! mm Wendy's in West Jefferson is NOW Hiring Dayshift and Nightshift Positions Come by and see Melissa or Bob to fill out an application at: 1380 Mount Jefferson Road in West Jefferson, NC MAY 5 & 6 from 1 to 3 PM HUDSON & MARSHALL Call 800-441-9401 For Free Brochure or View ALL HOMES at: www.hudsonand marshali.com J AJ Wytheviile, ALLIANCEI Virginia '•ACT o* -THAIU RAINING C t s'£ 1-800-334-1203 www.alllancetractortrailer.com EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Weekend Medical Technologist We arc seeking a Full-time Medical Technologist tor Friday/Saturday/Sundays 5:30pm to 6:30 am shitt with an Associate or Baccalaureate degree trom an accredited school (Medical Technology Program), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (NCA, ASMT) or Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Technologist (AMT, HEW) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT, ASCP, AMT. current CPR and previous computer experience preferred. Responsible tor performing independently, without direct supervision, medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments and analysis to provide data for diagnosis and treatment. To apply: Apply on-line at www.ashememorial.org or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson. NC 28640, or email to hr@ashemcmorial org Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Home Care Director Hospice Weekend RN IT Systems Engineer We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: wwwAvjlkesregional ^ �FRIDAY, APRII. 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B Classifieds 500-Mobile Homes for Sale ONE ONLYIII 1620 SQ ft. 28x64 Double Wide. Thermopane windows, dishwasher, 3 bedroom, 2 baths, delivered and setup for ONLY $ 49.995.00 New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 Private Setting!I! Horton Double Wide set up on over 1 acre of land, close to the lake!! Beautiful private Mountain views. Ready to move in. Priced at tax value. $89,900.00 Call Mark 336-973-4462. Single Wide Special!!! 2 or 3 bedroom. Vinyl Siding and shingle roof. Appliances included.... set and delivered for only $24,995.00. New Generation Homes 336-973-4462. SUPER SPECIAL: 4 bedroom with den, 2x6 exterior walls, extend­ ed roof pitch, 8' side walls... ONLY $59,995.00 and that in­ cludes delivery and set up. Order now and pick your own colors!!! 5 year warranty!! New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale IT'S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem. Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1090- Lawn Care Lawn Mowing Service Free quotes and fair rates. 336-877-5791 or 336-620-2122. 1115Professionals Antique Furniture Refinishing Call week days after 6:00 pm. Week ends - any time. Call 1-336-384-9102 Ask for Bob GRAPHIC ARTIST FOR HIRE Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1195-Legals North Carolina Ashe County NOTICE OF SALE Take notice that on April 26, 2007, at 10 am on the premises of Smethport Storage and Kemp Storage located on Hwy 88 W in Smethport, North Caro­ lina we will offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash all of personal property located in Unit # 41. leased to Joshua Mahala, Unit # K3 (Kemp Storage) leased to Sherry Sullivan. For information, contact Carolina Mountain Properties and Rentals at 336-246-3010. This the 10th day of April. 2007. Ashe County's only subscription newspaper The Jefferson Post, 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF RONALD GIRTMAN, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF WANDA JO EDGE WALKER GIRTMAN The undersigned, having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Wanda Jo Edge Walker Girtman, deceased, late of Ashe County. North Carolina this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 14th day of July, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. This the 10th day of April 2007. Ronald Girtman P.O. Box 215 Jefferson, NC 28640 John T. Kilby Kilby & Hurley P.O. Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 1195-Legals Pursuant to a Court order and under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and failure to carry out and perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pur­ suant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by said deed of trust, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 10:00 AM on May 2, 2007 the follow­ ing described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated there­ on, situated in Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more partic­ ularly described as follows; any physical, environ­ mental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are dis­ claimed. This sale is made subject to ail prior liens and encum­ brances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure, for paying, if any. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00). whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expira­ tion of the statutory upset period. all remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. A certain tract of land containing 0.877 acres according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes and Assoc. P.A. PLS 83094, located in Old Fields Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Publication dates 4/13/07;4/20/07; 4/27/07; 5/4/07 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Joseph S. Wolfinger, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 354 Park Vis­ ta Rd., West Jefferson, NC, on or before the 20th day of July. 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 13th day of April, 2007. Nell Fensterle Joseph F. Wolfinger Co-Executors for the Estate of Joseph S. Wolfinger NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Polly I. Patrick, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 8031 S. 3410 W„ West Jordan, UT, 84088, on or before the 20th day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. BEGINNING on a P/K nail set in the intersec­ tion of the Beaver Creek School Road and NCSR 81141; thence North 32 deg. 36 min. 28 sec. Wesf for a distance of 175.59 feet to a VA2" rebar set on the west side of the road; thence down and with the creek and a division of the ]ohnson-Lineberger proper­ ty; North 64 deg. 27 min. 07 sec. East for a distance of 205.02 feet to a point in the creek; thence North 79 deg. 01 min. 48 sec. East for a distance of 28.22 feet to a point in the creek; thence South 27 deg. 40 min. 03 sec. East for a distance of 159.49 feet to a point in the center of NCSR 81248; thence ivith the center of the road South 62 deg. 23 min. 50 sec. West for a distance of 216.78 feet to the BEGINNING. There is also conveyed unto the Grantees, their heirs and assigns, a shared driveivay easement for the cur­ rently existing drive­ ivay. All parties using said shared driveivay shall share equally in the maintenance and repair of the driveway, and said driveway shall be unobstructed allow­ ing all parties ingress, egress and regress over the driveivay. Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Freddy Bruce Sexton, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 1010 Woodland Blvd, Wilkesboro, NC 28697 on or before the 29th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded In bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. There is also herein conveyed unto the Grantees, their heirs and assigns, an ease­ ment of water rights to the well located upon adjoining property, this water casement to in­ clude the right to obtain water from said well as well as the right to lay, construct, maintain, improve, and repair reservoirs, pipe lines, electric lines, pumps, and electrical connec­ tions associated with pumping water from said well. There is also included the right of in­ gress and egress to said well for said purposes, such rights to be appurtenant to and run with the land. Grantees, their heirs and assigns, agree to pay a pro rata share of the expense of electric­ ity for the pump and shall share pro rata with all users of said well the expense of maintenance of the well, pipelines, reser­ voirs, pumps, and associated fixtures. This the 26th day of March, 2007. And Being more commonly known as: This the 16th day of April, 2007. Debbie Thompson Bill Bradley, Co-Executors for Estate of Polly I. Patrick the NOTICE TO CREDITORS Paula Sexton, Administratrix for the Estate of Freddy Bruce Sexton IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY 07SP36 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY KENNETH W. MILLER AND ROBIN LYNN MILLER DATED DECEMBER 19, 2005 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 339 AT PAGE 2097 IN THE ASHE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE 2772 Beaver Creek School Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflect­ ed on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Kenneth W. Miller and Robin Lynn Miller. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS. WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment. or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any rep­ resentation or warranty relating to the title or NORTH CAROLINA 1- 8 0 0 -VISIT NC Discover the state you 're in. WWW.VISITNC.COM. The date of this Notice is April 11,2007. Grady Ingle Substitute Trustee 8520 Cliff Cameron Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc/ tfive t&e Cfifft tbzt 07-90739 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the • Estate of Robert Keith Jessup, Jr., late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at P.O. Box 5, Jefferson, NC, 28640 on or before the 6th day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. * This is the 2nd day of April, 2007. Sheryl L. Jessup Administratrix for the Estate of Robert Keith Jessup, Jr. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Mary E. Cope, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 247 Quail Hollow Rd., Jefferson, NC, 28640 on or before the 6th day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. mm A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • P0 Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 This the 2nd day of April. 2007. Albert R. Cope Executor for the Estate of Mary E. Cope NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Jack David Harless, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 183 Lemly Hill Rd., Fleetwood. NC 28626 on or before the 29th day of June, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons Indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This is the 23rd day of March, 2007. Laura L. Harless, Administratrix for the Estate of Jack David Harless. to find listings for services that you need. This is a highly visible spot to place an ad for | your business. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 for more information or to place an ad. • $36.IDO Address $ City. W A Gift from: Seniors In Ashe Co. • $33.<DO State. Out-of-County (All) • $46.50 N amc Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Dr. Arron Cleaver - McWilliams Pediatric Dentist Call Starting in April 8467164 Check out the High Country Business Services In Ashe County Name Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Specializing in Children Ages 1 - 1 6 • Examination • Routine Cleaning : wforthodonic Appliances • Spacers Call 8467164 • Sedation Dentistry • Extractions \ Crowns • Hospital Dentistry Now Accepting New Patients 1690 B River Street Wilkesboro, NC Call for Appointment 336-903-1234 �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS The Foxx Report: Summer travel and passports 2004, Americans traveling to any country by air must now show a U.S. passport before The summer travel season boarding a flight. Many peo­ is quickly approaching and ple with travel plans to Can­ for many North Carolinians ada, the Caribbean or Mexico that means summer vaca­ in the near future will need tion. Some of you summer to obtain their passport. The adventurers are planning to new rules implemented by spend your vacation in an­ the U.S. State Department other country and the last on January 23, 2007 apply to thing you want is unneces­ citizens of any age traveling sary stress dampening your by air. travel arrangements. With­ These new measures will out the right advance prepa­ help to ensure the security ration, new passport rules of our borders, but they are have the potential to throw a also placing a temporary wrench in the plans of inter­ strain on the State Depart­ national travelers. ment's passport processing In past years, air travel­ capabilities. In fact, the ers to North American coun­ State Department has seen tries did not need to show a a 44 percent increase in ap­ passport when flying across plications since this time the border. But under new last year. North Carolinians rules recommended by the without a passport who are 9/11 Commission and passed planning a trip abroad this into law by Congress in summer should start the ap­ by Rep. Virginia Foxx U.S. House Special to the Post plication process as soon as possible. If you will need a new passport, either because your current passport has expired or you need a first time passport, you should ex­ pect the application process to take 10-12 weeks. This year is not the year for pass­ port procrastination. The State Department expects to issue 4 million more pass­ ports this year than in 2006. With millions of Americans scrambling to comply with the new air travel rules, you should allow yourself plenty of time for your new passport to wind its way through the application process. What if you have an emer­ gency, or forget about that vacation to the Canadian Rockies in a few weeks? In emergency situations you can pay an additional $60 > % • "iwpr* fee on top of the normal pro­ acceptance facility. Most lo­ cessing fee to expedite your cal post offices are certified passport. Even expedited acceptance facilities, but you passports take 3-4 weeks to can search for the facility process, and it is strongly closest to you at http://iafdb. recommended that you in­ travel.state.gov. Once you have submit­ clude overnight shipping ted your application, you with your application. The bottom line for inter­ can check on its progress national travelers who will online at http://travel.state, need a new passport is to gov/. Due to the huge vol­ apply as early as possible. ume of passports currently Make sure you start the ap­ in the system, it takes up to plication process at least a week for expedited appli­ three months before you plan cations and about 3 weeks a trip. If you have a trip in for routine applications to less than three months you get into the online tracking should seriously consider system. Don't worry if you having your application ex­ are not immediately able to pedited. Sixty dollars is ul­ track the status of your ap­ timately a small price to pay plication. for the peace of mind and Whether you are just the reduced risk of a ruined starting the application pro­ summer vacation. cess or are expecting your If you are a first time pass­ passport any day, the State port applicant you must ap­ Department's passport web pear in person at a passport site at http://travel.8tate.gov - ii'CO\STl}i:CT!<)\J*75, EXCAVATING T & L CONSTRUCTION y MOUNTAIN FielcM flaulmg No JOB TOO SMALL! Residential & Commercial1® Excavating & - Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312. I Ksr HOME REPAIRS iM Appleseed Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 Lawn Care, Inc. i Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 \_445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • West JefTerson, NC, s ASHE COUNTY ROOFING FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and Total Lawn Care LAWN CARE Northwest Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. • GRASS CUTTING AND TRIMMING BBB • BUSHHOGGING T • SMALL BACKHOE JSSSM Call me for any project! FREE ESTIMATES!! TERRY SAUNDERS 336-877-1014 \ T J AND K H OME I MPROVUMENT^/; «sr ROOFING ROOF'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs 2S Yearn Experience • I.in-used in North Carolina \ U • Install roofing of all kinds • Roof I'ainiiiig • Insured is an invaluable resource. It's a great place to get an­ swers to your questions. However, if at any point in the application process, you run into a problem you can­ not solve please contact my district office at 1-866-6778968. My experienced staff has dealt with many passport issues and would be happy to help you navigate the sys­ tem. Remember, while we're here to help, the best way to get your passport on time is to start the process early. With the passport rush season in full swing, don't let time slip away. Every day counts, and if you will be traveling abroad in the coming months I encourage you to start the application process now. Save the pro­ crastinating for the beach, or wherever your travels take you this summer. Al l Work (.iiaruiilccd FREE ESTIMATES! 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Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.« Lansing, NC Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 Jbsniulely Ihe BEST Prim Possible J O E S TV AND FARM BUREAU tU SATELLITE SALES & SERVICE JVC Mountain Welding • Stainless Steel • Commercial • Aluminum • Residential • Mild Steel • Customized 24 Hour Welding Service Porteble Units lor On site Wnldlng Ashe County'8 ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder Shop located at: 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC 3EHEHZ2Z23E James Ellis - Owner iiI U U O U idi MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! I (csr uuiiiuieiudi w ncbiucnu isr 336-877-5010 All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured • Logos • Business Cards ' Brochures • Camera Reach/ Ads l)cb Holder Cainc 336.977 21J3 Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience I 982-3335 LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-9634069 Fax: 828-963-8610 ^^^Septk Systems • Basements • Footers £f||. 828-773-6736 Shepherd Masonry, Inc. Commercial & Residential Masonry GRAPHIC DESIGN fgt t jyf GRADIN( No Job Too Small or Too Large! Where Quality is a Tradition MASONRY e ', StOp \Aoone Grading Co., JJJc Contracting Co. B3r nhe°""'tys 17 years experience <paSa* 4 Etedxleof cSe^ Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner • Residential Pick up Service • $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick up Service Available w zenith 2 ^ TV'S & HOME THEATRES is now offering POURED WALLS 20 years experience, licensed and insured IKV REXIODEI.IXd/CARPE XT RY ON WHEELS • Remodel Jobs |{J •Decks • Additions 336-977-2112 • Repairs be Maiiilenanee ;}3(i-:itt4-.iiV) �PAGE 9B FRIDAY, APRIL 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAIIVMFMT Spring Fest: "Movin' with the Arts!" It is Spring Fest time again! This year the theme is "Movin' With the Arts" and reflects the positive influence that the arts can have on your body, mind and soul. Spring Fest will be Saturday, April 21 at the West Jefferson School Gym from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is free for young and old. Hands on activities will include veggie prints, exercis­ ing figure rubbings, jointed people, veggie play dough cre­ ations, and much more! There will be a hands-oft clay sta­ tion, make-a-button table, col­ oring corner, face painting as well as other fun tables.There will be a nominal charge of $3 to silkscreen a T-shirt with the festival logo. To add to the fun will be the roving entertainers in­ cluding Chaz the magician, balloon sculptures by Chris Carey, juggling and mime by JEF and the Magical Min­ strel of Music and Mayhem. The popular student "Talent Show" will return as well as the petting zoo. Exhibits from all Ashe County Schools will highlight student artwork and local art­ ists will provide demonstra­ tions in quilting, rug hook­ ing and watercolor painting. Start the day at 8 am with the kickoff of Ashe County's "Fit As A Fiddle" campaign and the dedication of the West Jef­ ferson Locomotion Trail. The Spring into the season with a Coffee House Talent Night on Saturday, April 21. The fun starts at 7:30 at the fellowship hall of the Jef­ ferson Methodist Church. Coffee House is a fun and relaxed atmosphere for young and old to enjoy local and re­ gional performers. Ginny Tobiassen will be the Mistress of Ceremonies and move the evening along with her po­ ems, songs and tales. The featured artists in­ clude Alice Harlow who will play the Celtic folk harp. Alice starting playing the harp at age eleven and was classically trained. After many years of not playing, Alice reconnected with the harp and began to play Celtic folk music. She is a harp instructor and plays her music in a variety of venues. Bet and Rob Man gum will be coming over from Al­ leghany County and bringing their own style of traditional music. The musician couple has a zany, fun and humorous approach to the music with a foot stompin' hand clapping good time for the audience. Mark Freed and a young fiddle player named Meade Richter will charm the audi­ ence with old-time mountain music. Richter is fifteen years old and has been playing fid­ dle for a couple of years. His interest is in very old fiddle tunes that have been past down from generation to gen­ eration. Mark Freed is a folklorist in Watauga County and plays banjo, fiddle and man­ dolin. As duet they will per­ form very old familiar tunes that have a deep roots in the Ashe Arts Center will be open and the exhibit will be Young at Art featuring artwork by Ashe County students. Spring Fest will not be com­ plete without pizza, nachos, cookies, ice cream and drinks! Spring Fest will entertain and open your eyes to new experi­ ences with the arts. Funding for Spring Fest is received in part from a Grassroots Proj­ ect Pool Grant Arts Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency and the North Carolina Commu­ nity Foundation. Spring Fest is sponsored locally by the Ashe County Arts Council. For more information please call the Arts Council at 336846-ARTS. Arts Council's coffee house talent night returns mountains Steel Magnolias, Ashe County's favorite female quar­ tet, will make a return stop at Coffee House. The lovely four­ some will perform barbershop style, folk tunes, show tunes and more. Maureen Black­ burn, Becky Burgess, Judy Dancy and Barbara Miller will entertain the audience with funny and touching mu­ sic along with a few musical surprises. A spring evening not to be missed! Coffee, tea, soft drinks and the Arts Council's famous desserts will round out the evening. Admission at the door is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Join the Arts Council for a night of entertainment and fun! For more information please call 846-ARTS. Ashe County Arts Council sponsors Very Special Arts Festival A Very Special Arts Festival is Friday, April 20 at the West Jefferson School Gym. This the 16th year for VSA spon­ sored by the Arts Council. When Ashe County's ex­ ceptional students and adults arrive for the day, they will enjoy music, entertainment and student exhibits. Face painting, balloons, t-shirt silk screening as well as a variety of "hands on" activities such as clay sculpture, mosaics, printmaking, fabric art and jewelry making will keep participants busy. Lisa Baldwin, a teacher and professional musician will be entertaining the stu­ dents with guitar music and songs. JEF the mime, Chaz the magician, Dale Brook the Magical Minstrel of Music and Mayhem and Chris Cary creating balloon sculptures will be on hand to provide fun and entertainment. VSA is an internation­ al nonprofit organization founded in 1974 by Ambas­ sador Jean Kennedy Smith to create a society where all people with disabilities learn through, participate in and enjoy the arts. VSA provides educators, parents, and artists with resources and the tools to support arts programming in schools and communities. Each year millions of people participate in VSA programs through a nationwide net­ work of affiliates and in more than 60 countries around the world. VSA is an affiliate of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Funding for Very Special Arts is received in part from a Grassroots Project Pool Grant Arts Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency and the North Caro­ lina Community Foundation. Spring Fest is sponsored lo­ cally by the Ashe County Arts Council. For more information call the Arts Council at 336846-ARTS. Historical Society hosts family gathering this weekend The Ashe County Historical Society will host its Ninth Annual Family Gath­ ering this weekend at Ashe County Public Library. The event kicks off today, Friday, April 20, at 7 p.m. with mountain music by Herb Key and Wayne Henderson. Programs on Saturday, April 21 begin at 9 a.m. and last until around 4 p.m. Topics include discussion on preserving Southern rural cemeteries, the Civil War in the mountains by Dr. Pat Beaver and author John Inscoe, the Bridge Crew, Sam Shumate's Warrensville memoir, and the Ham(m) family surname in Virginia and North Carolina by three members of the Ha mm family. On Saturday at 2:15 p.m. Dave Hamm, Susan Bullock, and Geneva Greer will discuss the Ham/Hamm genealogy. They have written and published a history of the Hamm/ Ham family, titled "A Short History of the Ham Family in Virginia and North Carolina." It covers Virginia and North Carolina, of course including Ashe County. They will discuss this work, their research and the resulting pub­ lished material. Dave wjil also discuss the Hamm DNA project, for which he is coordinator. They also plan to mention their work in Kentucky, Tennessee, England and France. Geneva will attempt to cover the Ashe County area, and Susan hopes to cover some material about Ham lines in Guilford and Stokes Counties, North Carolina as well as Caroline County, Vir­ ginia. Most of the HAM DNA Project partici­ pants to date are Ham lines originating from North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. The public is invited to attend this event. There is no fee. For more informa­ tion, call Lonnie Jones at 384-3188 or Carol Williams at 877-2281. Lecture tonight at Turchin Center The Turchin Center in Boone announces a special lecture based on the popular exhibition "The Graphic Im­ perative: International Post­ ers for Peace, Social Justice and the Environment 19652005" scheduled for Friday, April 20, at 6 p.m. in the Lec­ ture Hall. Elizabeth Resnick, one of the three curators of the exhibition, will present a slide talk on the philoso­ phy behind the organization of "The Graphic Imperative." She will also speak to how the show also encourages and empowers young designers and design students to create meaningful work. Following the lecture, guests are invited to participate in a question and answer session with the curator in the gallery. Elizabeth Resnick is an as­ sociate professor and the chair of the Communication Design Department at the Massa­ chusetts College of Art, Bos­ ton, Mass. She holds a B.F.A. and M.F.A. in Graphic Design from the Rhode Island School of Design. She served on the board of directors of the AIGA Boston chapter from 19892005. During that time, she organized numerous graphic design lectures and events. She is a design curator who has organized three large ex­ hibitions: Russell Mills: With­ in/Without (1991) with Teresa Flavin; Dutch Graphic Design: 1918-1945 (1994) with Alston W. Purvis; and Makato Saito: Art of the Poster (1999) with Jan Kubasiewicz. She has published two books; Design for Communication: Concep­ tual Graphic Design Basics (Wiley, 2003), Graphic Design: A Problem-Solving Approach to Visual Communication (Prentice-Hall, 1984), and has written short critical com­ mentaries, event reviews, and interviews with prominent designers and design educa­ tors that were published in the EYE (UK), AIGA Jour­ nal of Graphic Design (U.S.), Graphics International (UK), tipoGrafica (Argentina) and IDEA (Japan). "The Graphic Imperative: International Posters for Peace, Social Justice and the Environment 1965-2005" ex­ hibition is a select retrospec­ tive of 40 years of interna­ tional sociopolitical posters. Themes include dissent, liber­ ation, racism, sexism, human rights, civil rights, environ­ mental and health concerns, AIDS, war, literacy and tol­ erance, collectively providing a window to an age of great change. Focusing on the is­ sues of turbulent times, these posters endeavor to show the social, political, and aesthetic concerns of many cultures in a single exhibition through delineating themes and con­ trasting political realities. This exhibition was organized by Elizabeth Resnick, Chaz Maviyane-Davies and Frank Baseman in collaboration with the Massachusetts Col­ lege of Art and is supported in part by the Massachusetts College of Art Foundation and Philadelphia University. The Turchin Center is lo­ cated at 423 West King St., in Boone, NC. Hours are 10 a.m.6 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday, and Noon-8 p.m. Friday. The center is closed Sunday and Monday and ob­ serves all university holidays. There is no admission charge, although donations are grate­ fully accepted. For additional details about the Turchin Center or the upcoming ex­ hibition program, please call 828/262-3017 or visit www. tcva.org. Merlefest comes to Wilkes April 26 - 29 WILKESBORO, NC: MerleFest 2007, the 20th annual festival in celebration of the music of the late Merle Wat­ son and his father Doc Wat­ son, will once again share its performers with some 12,000 members of the local commu­ nity through the Outreach program. Sponsored by Embarq, Outreach will facilitate performances by MerleFest artists on April 26-27 at 27 different locations. Artists will appear in all twenty-one Wilkes County K-12 schools, Ashe County High School, Al­ exander Central High School, Wilkes Development Day School, Montessori Learning School, the Wilkesboro Meth­ odist Church After-School Program, Camp E-Ma-Etu, and several nursing and as­ sisted living facilities. The Outreach performances, de­ signed to expose students and seniors to different kinds of Americana music live, are not open to the general public. Some of the artists sched­ uled to participate in the Outreach Program include Richard Watson & Charles Welch, the Belleville Out­ fit, John Cowan Band, the Carolina Chocolate Drops, Cherryholmes, Jim Lauder­ dale, the Duhks, Bela Fleck, Infamous Stringdusters, Red Stick Ramblers, Robinella, and Toubab Krewe. Repeat artists are rotated to differ­ ent venues than prior yqars. Every effort is made to match performances to the ages of the audiences. More than 3,000 Wilkes County school students also attend MerleF­ est as part of organized school groups admitted without charge each year on Friday. MerleFest 2007, Presented by Lowe's, has recently added Laurie Lewis, Sierra Hull & Highway 111, the Circuit Riders, and Buffalo Barfield to its talent lineup, along with the 20th MerleFest Kick Off Jam to be hosted by John Cowan on Thursday night. The complete MerleFest 2007 program is now available as a download from the MerleFest website (www.merlefest.org/ ArtistsSchedules.htm). Festival coordinators pre­ viously announced an ex­ traordinary talent roster for MerleFest 2007, presented by Lowe's, the 20th annual festi­ val in celebration of the mu­ sic of the late Merle Watson and his father Doc Watson produced by Wilkes Commu­ nity College on April 26 - 29, 2007 on its campus in Wilkes­ boro, NC. Among those previ­ ously announced as joining Doc Watson and Merle's son Richard Watson for MerleF­ est 2007 are Blue Highway; Sam Bush; Carolina Choco­ late Drops; Cherryholmes; Elvis Costello; John Cowan Band; Donna The Buffalo; Jerry Douglas; The Duhks; B6la Fleck; Paul Geremia; John Hammond; Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver; Del McCoury Band; Nitty Gritty Dirt Band; Peter Rowan & Tony Rice Quartet; Darrell Scott; the Legendary Earl Scruggs with Family & Friends; Pam Tillis; The Waybacks; and many others. MerleFest 2007 will also offer a very special performance by Tony Rice and Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Doug­ las: An evening of material from Tony's 35 year career on Saturday. Wilkes Community College has presented Mer­ leFest since 1988. General admission tickets remain available for Mer­ leFest 2007, Presented by Lowe's, in advance or at the gate after 2:30 PM on Thurs­ day, April 26. Those with In­ ternet access may acquire their tickets easily by visit­ ing www.merlefest.org. Those without Internet access may purchase tickets by calling 1-800-343-7857 (US only) or 336-838-6267 (non-US) from 10 AM through 4 PM, EST, weekdays. Tickets may also be ordered by fax (336-8386277) and mail (MerleFest; P.O. 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Due to inclement weather, the following program has been re-scheduled for Mon­ day, April 30th, @ 6:00p.m. The Alleghany County library will host a presenta­ tion by Margaret D. Mitchell, Christian author of'100 Pas­ sengers', which features di­ vine appointments with pas­ sengers arid crew members. This program will be the first program in the library's an­ nual 'Hometown and Heri­ tage Series'. While working as a flight attendant and freelance writer, Ms. Mitchell, an au­ thor with Ashe County roots earned a master's degree in journalism at New York Uni­ versity. Much of the proceeds from sales of her book are do­ nated to 'God's Love at Work' for the purpose of providing need-based scholarships to students of Appalachian her­ itage. Ms. Mitchell moved from Maryland to Grassy Creek, in Ashe County, when she was five years old. Her fam­ ily lived in the house her late paternal grandfather, Booker Cone DeBord, built. "He was a blacksmith," says Mitchell, "a real craftsman." "He even hand picked the trees and fashioned the nails which were used to build the house. I remember sitting on his lap," Mitchell says, "rocking by the fireplace. And I espe­ cially recall the house's scent. It smelled like linseed oil with a hint of kerosene and a burst of apples." Mitchell attended first and second grade at Healing Spring School in Crumpler. She has one other sibling, Kenneth, who is 15 months older than she. "He was about the only kid to play with," says Mitchell. "It was very rural." Play included lots of imagi­ nation since there was only one television station and re­ ception was very snowy. Ms. Mitchell remembers picking wild berries and flowers, rid­ ing ponies, playing with dogs and hiking. Ms. Mitchell has contrib­ uted to several anthologies and her debut CD was re­ leased in 2007. A former Miss Maryland, Margaret earned a B.S. in Marketing (minoring in art) at the Uni­ versity of Maryland, while working as an airline agent. She has b^en interviewed on several television and radio shows, including Fox News, Janet Paschal's America, and a number of other television and radio shows. On March 5, 2007, Margaret launched the GodsLoveAtWork.com website to support and en­ courage working women. The Alleghany County Library would like to invite everyone to attend this pro­ gram which will be presented free of charge. Light refresh­ ments will be served. For more information , call the library at 336-372-5573. Yard sale items wanted If you are gearing up for Springcleaning, the Arts Council can help you get rid of all of those things that you don't need or want anymore. The annual ARTifacts Yard Sale sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council is returning on Saturday, April 28th. Proceeds from the event goes to support school and community art pro­ gramming sponsored by the Arts Council. The Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil will welcome donations April 25,25, 27 at the Gym of the old West Jefferson Elementary from 9a.m. to 5p.m. Home d6cor, cloth­ ing items, small furniture, books, The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to present The Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada's full-length pro­ duction AMADEUS. This sto­ ry ballet will be performed on Tuesday, April 24 at 7:30 pm at the Ashe Civic Center. Igor Dobrovolskiy, Artistic Director of the Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada, creates narrative ballets that explore the human condition. This form allows for full character development and the oppor­ tunity to captivate the imagi­ nation. Amadeus weaves the music of Mozart and Salieri with a gripping plot and larg­ er than life characters. The story explores envy, greed and heartbreak. The ballet traces the life of Mozart through his music and examines his isola­ tion by a society that accepts the musical works but not the composer. Dobrovolskiy is a graduate of the Kiev State Ballet Acad­ emy and began his career as a Corps de Ballet member in 1984 where his interest in cho­ reography developed. From his experiences as a dancer, Dobrovolskiy's awareness of different cultures and how they are expressed through dance led him to explore the relationship between theatre, ballet movement and a story. His approach to choreogra­ phy serves the story but at the same he insists on a high standard of classical ballet technique. The result is the­ atrical ballets full of passion and dramatic depth. The Atlantic Ballet Theater of Canada is a professional touring company and features eight classically trained solo­ ist dancers from around the world. ABTC tours through­ out North American and has brought the Amadeus story to several North Carolina re­ gions. A special pre-performance talk will be held at 6:15 pm prior to Amadeus. Join the company members for a be­ hind the scenes look at the ballet and story. This bonus opportunity is at no extra charge but seating is limited. Please reserve a spot when tickets are purchased. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. All seats are reserved at the Ashe Civ­ ic Center. Tickets are avail­ able in advance at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone with a credit card. This concert is made possible by a Tour­ ing/Presenting Performance Series Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, the Southern Arts Federation, The National En­ dowment for the Arts, and with special funding from cor­ porate sponsor, Ashe County Board of Realtors. For more information or tickets please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. Mai @®raw ffieiETY toys, holiday items and anything el§e that comes out of your attic or basement will be welcomed. The sale will be Saturday, April 28 from 8 am to 2 pm. For a threedollar admission, everyone is in­ vited to a special preview party and sale on Friday, April 27 from 7-9 pm. So clean up and clean out and support the Arts! For more infor­ mation please call the Arts Coun­ cil at 846-ARTS. m m v . (jiav Asm COUNTY AHTS COUNCIL i. 2007 c - 9=30 p.m. m i civic a w m • Door vrwo • GoocCie Bags • GRAND PRIZE \VLNNER- wilt be drown 'from ^-1 attending audience Tfiese animals are Marty is a lab mix of appx. 9 mos with beautiful brown and white markings. He loves people, kids and other dogs and would love a playmate. These precious pups are huskie and shepherd mix of 8 wks. Th^ are socialized and cuddly with 2 more sibblings also available. Souigjy is a Maine Coon Mix w/beautiful colors. She is 4 mos old and loves pets and ear cuddling. She also has 4 siblings available for adoption. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoity on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West lefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@sltybest.com Tickets can be purchased at: Libby's • Mark of Eden • Jefferson Post ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TO THE ASHE COUNTY LI � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Deputies arrest alleged drug dealer in Grassy Creek by Jim Thompson Editor A Grassy Creek man faces charges of dealing drugs, fol­ lowing his arrest April 20. James "Jimmy" Dean Idol, 50, of Red Hill Road in Grassy Creek, was brought into cus­ tody Friday. He was charged with: •Two counts of trafficking opium; •Four counts of maintain­ ing a dwelling place for the purposes of keeping and sell­ ing narcotics; •Selling and delivering marijuana; •Two counts of possession with intent to sell and deliver marijuana; •Selling and delivering a Schedule III controlled sub­ stance (Xanax, a prescription medicine); • Possession with intent to sell and deliver a Schedule III controlled substance (Xanax, a prescription medicine); •Felony possession of mar­ ijuana; •Manufacturing marijua­ na; and •Possession of drug paraphrenalia. At press time, he was in the Photo courtesy of Sheriff's Office James "Jimmy" Dean Idol county jail under a $125,000 secured bond. "The investigation is con­ tinuing in other jurisdictions," said Sheriff James Williams, "and additional charges are pending." Williams reports "There is an upsurge in the illegal sale of prescription drugs in the county." He and his deputies are moving quickly to stem this. He predicted a number of drug-related arrests soon. 'Women Who Do It AIT set for May 1 Fashion, makeovers, mu­ sic and fun! That sounds like a perfect evening, and that is exactly what is in store on Tuesday, May 1, as the Wom­ en Who Do It All fashion show returns to Ashe Civic Center. The event begins at 6 p.m. Spring is baseball season, and the theme this year is "Ball Game," based on our national pasttime. But uniforms will not be on the models when Libby Cockerham, owner of Libby's, a Jefferson boutique, takes center stage to show off the latest fashions. Libby always throws in lots of valuable fashion tips as her models display fabulous fashions for the ladies. Tera Shaw, owner of Mark of Eden in Jefferson, will present live makeovers dur­ ing the evening. She and her staff will work their wonders on several ladies, with re­ sults that always bring ap­ plause, along with "oooohs" and "aaaahs." During the program, the popular Steel Magnolias, an all-female quartet, will sing. Expect a few baseball songs, following the evening's theme. There will be goodie bags for the first 200 attendees. In addition, there will be door prizes throughout the See Show, page 5 Post photo by Linda Burchette Outstanding Volunteers of the Year for 2007 in Ashe County are, from left, front row: Chelsea Sexton (youth), Kathy Howell (individual), Creston Fire Department (organization, accepted by department secretary Pamela Jones), AEV (business, accepted by charity committee member Geneva Brooks), and Dallas Williams (senior citizen). Honoring the volunteers are, second row: Commissioners Marty Gambill. Richard Blackburn and Gary Barber, Volunteer Coordinator Dawn Goodman, and Commissioner Judy Poe. Volunteers honored by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Clogging to Caribbean mu­ sic? That was surely some­ thing to remember as well as the many wonderful vol­ unteers honored last Thurs­ day evening in the 2£,d An­ nual Ashe County Volunteer Awards Ceremony. Held at Ashe County High School, the program opened with the National Anthem from the high school chorus and music from the school's Cans and Pans steel drum band. The clogging was a new aspect as Cans and Pans of­ fered a Caribbean flavored bluegrass tune. County Volunteer Coordi­ nator Dawn Goodman, along with Commissioners Richard Blackburn, Judy Poe, Gary Barber and Marty Gambill, made presentations to the volunteers attending among the 182 nominated this year. Volunteers were honored in the categories of human ser­ vice, community individuals and organizations, youth, se­ nior citizen, school/mentor, church/religious, and busi­ ness/industry. F;ve special awards were presentedto the Outstanding Volunteers of the Year. "Each year we recognize a business, a community or­ ganization, an individual, a senior citizen and a youth volunteer for their outstand­ ing accomplishments in vol­ unteer work," said Goodman. "The accomplishments and contributions of this year's award winners are numer­ ous." The Outstanding Volun­ teers of the Year were de­ scribed as follows in their nominations: Business: American Emergency Vehicles "AEV believes in commu­ nity service.They have a com­ pany match program where AEV matches the employees' our community." contributions. The employees Organization: Creston vote on which agency or pro­ Fire Department gram will receive the money. "Creston Volunteer Fire Some of the recipients of Department's winning essay reads in part: There are a lot AEV's generosity include: "Blue Ridge Opportunity of hours put into be:*»g a vol Commission, Shoes for Kids, unteer fire fighter. Members Ashe Hospice, the Meals- of Creston Volunteer Fire De­ On Wheels program, Ashe partment spend a lot of time Outreach Ministries, A Safe away from their families to Home for Everyone, The ensure that the families of Ashe County Heart Walk, our community are protected. Red Cross blood drives, Ap­ They have three meetings palachian Senior Programs, a month and various other Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, classes throughout the year. and Ashe County ADAP. AEV It takes a special kind of per­ has also contributed to DARE son to be a firefighter. They scholarships, the Ricky Miller encounter a variety of differ­ Scholarship fund, sponsored ent situations and always try or co-sponsored several golf to make families as comfort­ tournaments, sponsored Lit­ able as possible. Sometimes tle League Baseball, Youth it is just listening or helping Soccer and Youth League gather valuables for fami­ Basketball. This is only a lies who have experienced a partial listing of what AEV is loss or sometimes it is just doing in our county. AEV be­ being there and doing their lieves in giving back and we jobs. There are many dangers See Volunteers, page 5 are fortunate to have them in Former Secretary of the Year shares memories Simmons) Bare was pre­ sented a tiara that had been Every year around this passed to the newly chosen time Jefferson resident Lois Secretary of the Year for Bare recalls a special and tur­ many years. That year, it was bulent year in her life. It was hers to keep as a special trib­ 1970. She had just survived ute to survivors of Hurricane Hurricane Camille and was Camille. This tiara was one of named Secretary of the Year the few possessions found by the previous year's winner as for the state of Mississippi. Secretaries, now referred she sifted through the debris to as administrative profes­ of her home. "She lived in the Richelieu sionals, are recognized in April for the valuable con­ apartments in Pass Chris­ tributions they make to the tian, and everyone who stayed workforce. Their skills have there perished in the storm," changed a great deal since Lois said. "The tiara is still Lois worked for an insurance missing two pearls, but I kept agency in Gulfport, Missis­ it the same, didn't clean it up sippi, but their significance or anything. It's exactly like to the job remains as valued it was. You were supposed to pass it on, but because of today as it ever has. Lois extends her best what we went through, they wishes to all those in the field presented it to me to keep." Lois and her husband at on Wednesday, April 25, for Administrative Professionals that time, Odis C. Simmons, Day. stayed home when the hur­ Chosen from among 18 ricane hit. They barely sur­ contestants throughout Mis­ vived. "Camille hit in August 1969 sissippi in 1970, Lois (then by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffer8onpost.com c rculation@jeffersonpost.com cl|ssified@jeffersonpost .com edi torial@jeffersonpost.com at 6:15 on Sunday evening, done. "Because I worked for and we lived at Long Beach, an insurance company, I had mm t Mississippi, two blocks from to go to work," she said. "We the Gulf of Mexico," she said. found clothes and food at a % 0 M "We had just sold our home local church and luckily the on Saturday before the storm office was not destroyed. We hit on Sunday, and were sup­ had water damage, but we posed to move to Richelieu in were able to get in and work." Pass Christian, but because Her boss, she said, had a dif­ the storm was coming the ficult time because he lost his movers weren't working, so home in Pass Christian, but we started boarding up. It al­ the office staff went to work most destroyed the house. We to help their clients process were told we should evacu­ their claims. In those days, said Lois," ate, but we stayed and almost didn't make it because the the secretary did everything. trees came over and crushed "My boss traveled a lot, and I our roof. We had to be rescued had to keep up with his sched­ from among the pine branch­ ule. I worked in an office that es. They came looking for us had six insurance agents. I around five o'clock the next had to sit in on a lot of board morning. We weren't injured, meetings and take minutes. I just scratches, and they found knew shorthand, still do, and us huddled among the pine how to transcribe it." These busy assistants branches, my husband, my­ were honored each year on self and our little dog." Being survivors of the Secretaries Day, Lois said, Lois Bare of Jefferson was named Secretary of the Year for worst storm to hit prior to and the boss would send ros­ Mississippi In 1970. She is shown here v;'^. tt:; zrtU!; Katrina didn't stop Lois from es and take you to lunch. Cerin her local newspaper then along with the dress she wore to doing what needed to be See Bare, page 5 the ceremony and a tiara that survived Hurricane Camille. ASA expands exercise room hours MerleFest opens Thursday Ashe County adults are invited to get more fit through the Ashe County Senior Center exercise room. A monthly fee of $25 allows access to the facility during the new after hours of Mondays and Tuesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Adults interested in taking a computer class in the evenings are encouraged to call the center to sign up. For more information, contact Senior Center Director Louise Caudill at 246-4347. WILKESBORO—Wilkes Community College will produce MerleFest® 2007, presented by Lowe's, the 20th annual festival in celebration of the music of the late Merle Watson and his father Doc Watson, on its campus in Wilkesboro, NC on April 26 - 29. For a complete list of MerleFest 2007 perform­ ers, see the special insert included in today's issue. This also provides a full schedule for performanc­ es during the event. General admission tickets will be available at the gate, starting at 3 p.m. on Thursday and 9 a.m. Friday through Sunday. General admission tickets for all four days are $150, while Friday through Sunday wrist­ bands cost $130. Individual day tickets are avail­ able at variable prices. Overall festival partici­ pation, including ticketed participants, artists, school groups, volunteers, children admitted free and community outreach, totaled 82,618 for MerleFest 2006. Using guidelines recommended by the College of Business at Appalachian State University, MerleFest 2006 had an estimated total regional impact of $16,374,948. Over its first 19 years, MerleFest has contributed more than $7 million to Wilkes Community College. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Marie Snyder Rash Todd died: April 20, 2007 Marie Snyder Rash, age 87 of Todd, N.C., died Friday, April 20, 2007 at her home. Mrs. Rash was born in Creston, N.C. to the late Adam and Callie Snyder. In addi­ tion to her parents she was preceded in death by her hus­ band, Charles Rash. She was a homemaker. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, April 23, 2007 at Three Top Baptist Church in Todd, N.C. Rever­ end Frankie Rash, Reverend Ronda Rash, and Reverend Roger Carpenter officiated. The family received friends from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday, April 22, 2007 at Ashelawn Murphy Rudolph Carrow Jefferson June 4, 1926 April 19, 2007 Murphy Rudolph Carrow, age 80 of Jefferson, N.C., died Thursday, April 19, 2007 at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, N.C. Mr. Carrow was born June 4, 1926 in Greenville, N.C. to the late Henry Herbert and Sudie Boyd Carrow. Mr. Carrow served in the Army and Navy during World War II. He was a member of Freewill Baptist Church in Greenville, N.C. He owned and operated East Jefferson Exxon and enjoyed farming and raising cattle. Funeral services will be held Sunday, April 22, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel by Rev. Billy Joe Blevins. Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gar­ Memorial Chapel in Jeffer­ son, N.C. Flowers wer6 ap­ preciated. Mrs. Rash is survived by four sons, Joe, Bernard, and Jeffrey Rash, all of Todd, N.C.; three daughters, Betty Rash of Todd, N.C.; Ruth Day of Boone, N.C.; and Patricia Richardson of West Jefferson, N.C.; one sister, Virgie Rash of Glendale Springs, N.C. Also surviving are 26 grandchil­ dren, 36 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great grandchildren, and several nieces and neph­ ews. You may email condolences to family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. dens. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Sunday prior to the funeral service at Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel. Flowers will be appreciated. Mr. Carrow is survived by his wife, Marie Johnson Carrow; one son, Edward M. Carrow of Jefferson, N.Q.; three daughters, Joan Radford and husband Pat of Rocky Mount, N.C., Evon Pepin and hus­ band, Skip of Wilmington, N.C., Ellen West and husband Wayne of Kinston, N.C. Also surviving are 3 grandchildren, Bryan, Hope, and Georgette; 1 great-grandchild; Carson; and several nieces and neph­ ews. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. Thomas Edward Crysel ist Church. Mr. Crysel was retired from Wilkesboro Fire Department. He served in the United States Army dur­ ing World War II. His wife, Majorie Mill­ er Crysel preceded him in death. He is survived by one daughter, Kathy Crysel McDaniel of Wilkesboro; one sister, Lillie Crysel Clark of Dallas, Texas and one niece, Patricia Houk Knowles of Wilkesboro. The family received friends at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Monday night from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Flowers will be accepted or Memorials may be made to Wilkesboro United Methodist Church, P O Box 197, Wilkes­ boro, NC 28659. On line condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com. James Millard Brown Hill Cemetery. Mr. Brown is survived by one son, Larry Brown of West Virginia; two daughters, Shirley Barns of Virginia and Naomi Yenser of Pa.; two step-daughters; one brother, Carlton Brown of Maryland; five sisters, Louise Jones of Piney Creek, Alma Beane of Winston-Salem, Gearleen Pollard of Crumpler, Gladys Austin of Grassy Creek and Janet Childers of Kernersville; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Wilkesboro September 7, 1924 April 21, 2007 Mr. Thomas Edward 'Tom­ my" Crysel, age 82, of River Street, Wilkesboro died Sat­ urday, April 21, 2007 at his home. Funeral services will be held Tuesday 2 p.m., April 24, 2007 at Wilkesboro United Methodist Church with the Rev. David Calhoun officiat­ ing. Burial with Masonic Rites by Liberty Lodge #45 will be in Mountain Park Cemetery. Mr. Crysel was born Sep­ tember 7, 1924 in Wilkes County to Ed and Jessie Lenderman Crysel. He was retired from Avery County as an audio/visual techni­ cian and was a member of Wilkesboro United Method­ Crumpler January 1, 1924 April 15, 2007 Mr. James Millard Brown age 83 of Crumpler, N.C. died Sunday, April 15, 2007 at Margate Health and Re­ hab Center. Mr. Brown was born January 1, 1924 in Ashe County to the late Willie and Eula Jones Brown. Mr. Brown was a WWII veteran who served in the United States Army. Funeral services were held at 7 p.m., Monday, April 23, 2007 at the Badger Fu­ neral Home Chapel with Rev. Wayne Jones officiating. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. prior to the service. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, April 24th at 9 a.m. at Chestnut Mm For every prayer offered in our behalf for every act of kindness shoum to us and for the love and sympathy extended to us. We find words inadequate to express the feelitigs of thankfulness we have in our hearts. Our prayer is that the Lord will richly bless everyone who had any part in making our sorrow easier to bear. The family of Juanita Ashley Jar vis. Sandra K. Brooks The Ruby Ashley Family The Leonard Jarvis Family French Tugman Roark Creston August 4,1921 April 19, 2007 Mr. French Tugman Roark age 85 of Creston died Thurs­ day, April 19, 2007 at Segraves Care Center. Mr. Roark was born August 4, 1921 in Ashe County to the late Roby and Jessie Campbell Roark. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Ford Roark. Mr. Roark was a US Army veter­ an who served in WWII . Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 22, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel. Burial fol­ lowed in the Brown Cemetery with military rites. The family received friends from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. prior to the service. Mr. Roark is survived by his wife, Ruth Brown Roark; one son, Gary Roark of Statesville; two daughters, Marga­ ret Holman and Ruby Lewis both of Creston; two brothers, Delmer Roark of Warrensville and Robert "Elmo" Roark of High Springs, Fla.; one sis­ ter, Maedean Moore of High Springs, Fla. 6 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, sev­ eral nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers, memori­ als may be made to: Brown Cemetery Fund do Robert Elliott 2586 Rich Hill Rd. Creston, NC 28615 You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Raymond Charles Osborne Pa. to Charles and Bessie Pre-planning for funeral arrangements can be an important Faye Shepherd Osborne. He is survived by one part of estate planning. Abbot, Texas July 15, 1950 daughter, Bethany Paige Os­ April 13, 2007 borne of Wilkesboro; one son, Rev. Raymond Charles Raymond Seth Osborne of Osborne, age 48, of Abbott, Wilkesboro; one sister, Juan­ Texas, formerly of Ashe and ita Osborne of Wilkes County; Wilkes County died Friday, one niece, Amber Blevins of April 13, 2007. Millers Creek; two greatA memorial service was nieces, Mikayla Howell and held 11 a.m., Saturday, April Andrea Blevins both of Mill­ (MS) - People plan for town guests 21, 2007 at Pleasant Chapel ers Creek. many things well in advance. Depending on the ad­ In lieu of flowers, memori­ Baptist Church in Lansing, and was officiated by Rev. als may be made to American Finances are set aside for vanced planning you make Larry Melton. Cancer Society, 6000 Fairview schooling, purchasing a home, and the service you use, many Rev. Osborne was born Road, Suite 200, Charlotte, retirement, and even vaca­ of these tasks can be handled, tions. Despite being a certain­ leaving relatives to take care July 15, 1950 in Lancaster, NC 28210. ty, fewer people plan for their of the personal condolences. own death and funeral. This makes it easier for them Reba Eastridge Death is not an easy subject to cope during a time of griev­ Carroll Shook of Hickory, N.C., Barnes Eulala Hodges of Boone, N.C. to discuss, especially when ing and uncertainty instead Hickory four brothers-in-law; John it's your own. Few people en­ of having to worry about de­ July 25,1923 Parsons and wife Pauline of joy facing their own mortal­ tails. It also ensures that they April 15, 2007 Bethlehem, N.C., Frank Par­ ity. Some avoid doing so for are not taken advantage of fi­ Reba Eastridge Barnes, sons and wife JoAnn of Gran­ superstitious reasons. Oth­ nancially by the rare people 83, of Hickory, passed away ite Falls, N.C., Bob Mayes of ers feel it's not something to who profit at the expense of on April 15, 2007 at Segraves Hickory, N.C., Grady Barnes consider while they're in the another's grief. Options Abound Care Center in Jefferson, N.C. and wife Helen of Boone, N.C., prime of their lives ... death There are many options She was born on July 25, and many nieces and neph­ being a long way off. But as one knows, passing away is in advanced funeral arrange­ 1923 in Ashe County to the ews. late Roby Johnson and Ida The funeral was held on not something that can be ments. One popular choice Friday, April 20,2007 at 3 p.m. scheduled. Advanced plan­ is to use a service that, in Bell Eastridge. Mrs. Barnes was a mem­ at Winkler's Grove Baptist ning can ensure your wishes essence, stores your money ber of Winkler's Grove Baptist Church and was officiated by are followed and remove some and wishes in a trust of sorts. Church in Hickory. She also the Revs. Dale Faulkenberry of the emotional and financial This money is protected and doesn't appear as income in was retired after many years and Paul Deal. The family re­ burden from relatives. There are dozens of deci­ the event that you need to of service at Cape Hickory Ho­ ceived friends from 6 p.m. to siery. 8 p.m. at Bass-Smith Funeral sions and tasks that come be put into a nursing home Along with her parents she Home on Thursday evening. into play with funeral plan­ and your assets are investi­ was preceded in death by her Burial was held in the cem­ ning. The average cost of a gated to pay for it. Another funeral, as of July 2004, was reason this scenario is advan­ husband, James Charles'*J.C.) etery (it Winkler's Grove. Barnes and a son, James Ed­ Pallbearers were Sam Ford $6,500. That cost includes an tageous is that if you move, ward (Bobby) Eller, Sr. and members of Winkler's outer burial container, but your funds and plans can be does not include cemetery sent to the funeral home of She is survived by her son, Grove Baptist Church. Memorials may be made costs. Finances are just one your choice - you're not locked Kenneth C. Barnes and his wife Debra of Southern Pines, to: Winkler's Grove Baptist of the many tasks relatives into the location in which you N.C., daughter-in-law, Gora Church Senior Citizens, 3320 would have to handle with­ made the plans. Pre-planning Ruth Eller of West Jefferson, 9th Ave. Dr., NW, Hickory, NC out preplanning on your part. services also have payment Here are some ways to con­ options that can be done in a NC, two granddaughters; 28601. single payment or in afford­ Debra Jones and her husband The family would like to sider pre-planning: • contact the funeral direc­ able monthly payments. And Dr. Charles Jones of Jefferson, recognize a very special niece, some services can provide tax N.C., Angela .Summers and Bobbie Jean Baker and hus­ tor • choose a cemetery advantages you may not have her husband James Summers band Sam. In addition the • arrange the date with been aware of. of N. Wilkesboro, N.C., grand­ family would like to recog­ Using a service such as son, James Edward Eller, Jr. nize Winkler's Grove Baptist clergy/church • hire organist and vocal­ this allows you to consider all of West Jefferson, N.C., great Church and her extended the options well in advance grandsons; Brandon, Connor, church family which was so ist • contact insurance agents and really give thought to and Hunter Jones all of Jeffer­ important to her. A special • select a casket and burial how you'd like your wishes to son, N.C., great granddaugh­ heart felt thank you to the be carried out. It also allows ter, Caitlyn Summers of N. staff at Seagraves Nursing location you to group all of your infor­ • choose clothing Wilkesboro, N.C., brother, Joe Home, Jefferson, NC who • decide on flowers and mation in one place, making Eastridge and his wife Linda were so caring and loving to music it very easy for relatives to of Newark, Del., four sisters- Reba and her family. • arrange transportation carry out. in-law; Thelma Eastridge of Bass-Smith Funeral Home • contact friends and fam­ If you think pre-planning Mountain City, Tenn., Betty and Crematory is serving the might be the right idea for Eastridge of Kennett Square, Reba Eastridge Barnes fam­ ily • order thank-you cards you, discuss it with your fam­ Pa., Betty Shook and husband ily. • sign legal papers ily and explore the options. • pay for the services of It can be an important com­ You may view tl;e obituaries on-line at doctors, funeral directors, etc. ponent of overall estate plan­ www.jeffersonpost.com • secure lodging for out-of- ning. Advanced funeral planning lifts burden from others wmmmmmmmmmmmmam Open the Door on Your New Home Fixed rate loans Adjustable rate loans • Quick approvals and closings a g g S g f First-time home-buyers program West Jefferson 08B S. Jefferson Ave. 6) 846-1044 rfc Highlands Union Bank "Faces you know... People you trust."SM www.hubank.com FDli mm �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3 TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS 3rd Annual Miss Ashe County Pageant held The 3rd Annual Miss Ashe County Pageant with divisions for Tiny Mill, Little Miss, Ju­ nior Miss and Miss was held April 14 at Ashe Civic Center. Pageant Director Lisa Osborne said, "The pageant was a huge success and so much fun! The night was filled with lots of ex­ citement, beautiful ladies, and an array of wonderful enter­ tainment." The night began with an opening number routine to "Work it Girl" that showcased all of the contestants, and fea­ tured the 2006 Ashe County queens. The opening number was choreographed by Deb­ bie Little of Dancin' Debbies studio with the assistance of Cori Little and Jessica Little. The girls put on a great per­ formance. All contestants competed in three mandatory phases of competition including sports­ wear, beauty and an on-stage interview. Optional competi­ tions included talent and pho­ togenic. Osborne said, "The judges had a tough job because all of the contestants did such a great job." At the end of the evening the new 2007 Ashe County queens were crowned as fol­ lows: • Tiny Miss Ashe Coun­ ty Alexis Howell. She is the 8year-old daughter of Tim and Tracy Howell of West Jeffer­ son and in the second grade at Mountain View Elementary School. • Little Miss Ashe County Michaela McElhaney. She is the 11-year-old daugh­ ter of Mike and Sherrie McEl­ haney of Fleetwood and in the fifth grade at Westwood El­ ementary School. • Junior Miss Ashe County Katie Thore. She is the 14-year-old daughter of Joe and Tammy Thore of Jeffer­ son and in the eighth grade at Ashe County Middle School. • Miss Ashe County Natalie Sheets. She is the 17year-old daughter of Herman and Bobbie Sheets of Glendale Springs and a senior at Ashe County High School. This year's 2007 Miss Con­ geniality is Bethany Shep­ herd, 17-year-old daughter of Joey and Karrah Shepherd of West Jefferson and a senior at Ashe County High School. This award is a very special honor as it is voted on by the contes­ tants themselves. Contestants were asked to vote for the con­ testant they felt treated them the nicest during the pageant. "This award is very special," said Osborne, "because it re­ flects good sportsmanship and the true spirit of pageantry." "As director of the Miss Ashe County Pageant, the High Country Summer Fun Pageant, and the Princess of the High Country Pageant, I feel that it is very important for all of my queens to be in­ volved in volunteer efforts and community events," Osborne said. "I want to take this oppor­ tunity to tell you about what a difference our Ashe County queens are making in our com­ munities. Since I began direct­ ing in 2003, all of my queens have participated in many aspects of volunteering. Some of the things we have been in­ volved in include: adopting a child through the Children's Christmas Project, collecting canned food for county food drives, collecting and donat­ ing supplies to A Safe Home for Everyone, conducting a Christmas Toy Drive for the child victims of Hurricane Katrina, assisting with the an­ nual Ashe County Volunteer Awards Ceremony, provid­ ing special entertainment at Christmas in July Festival, Jefferson Station Fall Festi­ val and visiting local nursing homes. I feel that it is impor­ tant for everyone to volunteer and give back to our commu­ nity. I am so proud of all of our Ashe County queens for their participation in these wonder­ ful causes. I feel that being a queen brings with it a certain responsibility and that these girls are role models for their peers and for the younger gen­ erations." This year, the queens will continue volunteering with dif­ ferent programs, said Osborne, and their first big event of the year will be teaming up for Relay for Life. "My queens will be on one team and our team name is going to be 'Queens for a Cause.' We will be out in the community collecting dona­ tions for our annual Relay for • Life to be held on July 20.This is a very important cause and a very personal one for me as my mother is a breast cancer survivor and my husband is a skin cancer survivor. I am sure all of you know someone who has been affected by cancer and it is very important that we continue to receive these important donations so that maybe one day in the near future researchers will find a cure. I ask you to help support Relay for Life and make those donations when you see our queens collecting money for this wonderful cause." Osborne congratulates all Photo courtesy of Lisa Osborne the new queens as well as all Winners in the 2007 Miss Ashe County Pageant held April 14 are, from left: Tiny Miss Ashe the contestants for doing such County Alexis Howell, Junior Miss Ashe County Katie Thore, Miss Ashe County Natalie a wonderful job. She would Sheets, and Little Miss Ashe County Michaela McElhaney. also like to thank everyone for their participation in the pageant. Miss Ashe County queens received Miss America OBSERVATION replica crowns, custom satin wrap embroidered banners DECK with rhinestone crown pins, designer trophies, flowers, (ypportunity is missed $100 savings bond from AF Bank, gift certificates from by most people Magic Home Entertainment, because it is dressed and a special gift bag. Plans for next year's Miss in overalls Ashe County Pageant are al­ and looks ready underway, and Osborne like work. ' reminds all girls in Ashe and surrounding counties that the 2nd Annual High Country Summer Fun Pageant will be held on Saturday, July 14 at Ashe Civic Center. For an ap­ plication or more information on this and other pageants, including Princess of the High Country on Sept. 15, call Lisa Osborne at 336-982-3603,336977-0909 or email Lisaoz@ © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved. skybest.com. THE LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY African American Dance Ensemble to visit here by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Feel the rhythm when The Chuck Davis African Ameri­ can Dance Ensemble visits Ashe County next weekend for four days of workshops and performances. This exciting and entertain­ ing group will spend several days at White Hart Woods in West Jefferson offering work­ shops and demonstrations. Choose from three different workshops in African Dance, Drumming or Poetry. "Each workshop is infused with the rich cultural heri­ tage of traditional African customs and rituals. This en­ semble is world-renowned for their ability to inspire and in­ struct their students as well as for their electrifying per­ formances, which open hearts and build cross-cultural un­ derstanding." The workshops are planned for Thursday, April 26 and Friday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at White Hart Woods. Tuition per workshop is $270. An open house is planned at White Hart Woods on Sat­ urday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The public is welcome to attend and sample tradi­ tional African food prepared by Chuck Davis and Jacky Brown. Brown is a resident of Ashe County known for her delicious and delightful foods prepared through Sweet Aro­ mas and the Accidental Bak­ er. She provides the food for White Hart Woods. Join the staff of White Hart Woods as they celebrate a communal blending of cul­ tures with The Chuck Davis African American Dance En­ semble and experience the sounds, textures, rhythms and tastes of African tradi­ tions in the spring gardens. An introductory lecture and demonstration by the African American Dance Ensemble will take place at 10:30 a.m. From noon to 1 p.m. there will be a children and parents' workshop for participants to experience drumming, danc­ WANT TO BUY 423-121-5113 STIHL KombiSystem - Great Versatility. GREAT VALUE! ing and creating poetry with the ensemble. And everyone can take part in an open drumming circle from 1:30 to 3 p.m. , The visit concludes with a performance by the African American Dance Ensemble on Sunday, April 29 at 2 p.m. at Ashe Civic Center. Tickets are $15. For workshop registration, tickets and information, call White Hart Woods at 2463600. Located on Mount Jeffer­ son State Park Road in West Jefferson, White Hart Woods offers seminars and special events in a sacred and inti­ mate setting featuring two buildings and a lovely, garden space in the ruins of a former house. The staff of White Hart Woods offer experienced teachers, healers and artists to share their skills for cre­ ativity, growth and transfor­ mation. Learn more on the website at www.whitehartwoods.com. 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Downtown WJ behind Geno's Restaurant stihlusa.com Are you ready for a STIHL? �« Public Opinion 1 "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Against the public interest The decision made last week by the National Broadcasting Corp. to air portions of the video made by Cho Seung-Hui, the kill­ er of 32 people at Virginia Tech, was unconscionable. NBC did what Cho want­ ed: they provided him with an international pulpit for his tragic, twisted ravings. Those clips and images they shared both on the air and the Internet will con­ tinue to circulate around the world for decades. Their impact could be deadly. "Officially" NBC weighed its decision carefully. Pardon us if we appear cynical. A hot news story— the most dramatic video of the year—dropped in their laps and they took advan­ tage of it to boost their ratings. They forgot, that their license to broadcast requires them to act in the public interest. And that, they definitely did not. First, there were the families of the victims—as well as Cho's family—to consider. There can be few horrors to compare with seeing the pictures of a child's murderer, or listen­ ing to him spill out the hatred that flooded his soul. NBC could have spared this group of individuals with better judgment. As for the public at large, there was widespread and obvious interest in the motivations behind these tragic killings. One of the photos and a transcript of parts of the video would have sufficed. The problem is not with the average viewer, though any normal person must recoil in horror and sad­ ness at this video. But there are young people— and even adults—out there who share Cho's world view. They see themselves as picked-on outsiders, driven to acts of despera­ tion by others over whom they have no control. In some cases, these feelings stem from being bullied in school. In other cases, such as Cho's, they come from mental illness, com­ pounded by the isolation such diseases cause. But in his final words, Cho set himself up as an alleged Christ-like figure, dying as a martyr for the weak and defenseless. In his insanity, he surely thought himself such, and spoke with great conviction. It is just that image which is so danger­ ous for those who might be prone to listen. The video should have gone directly to the author­ ities. It should be the sub­ ject of forensic psychology, so we may better under­ stand this terribly troubled young man—and help any­ one headed in the same direction find another, bet­ ter path. But broadcast and made available around the world? That was a greedy error of judgment. NBC owed better to the world. We pray that there will not be dire consequences com­ ing from their decision. PAGE 4 TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 Apologies needed Which of our mistakes will future generations have to apologize for? This question haunts me. It came back again last week when both houses of our Gen­ eral Assembly considered leg­ islation to "express regret" for the institution of slavery. Senator Tony Rand intro­ duced a bill in which the leg­ islature expresses "profound contrition for the official acts that sanctioned and perpetu­ ated the denial of basic hu­ man rights and dignity to fel­ low humans... urges schools, colleges, and universities, re­ ligious and civic institutions, businesses and professional associations to do all within their power to acknowledge the transgressions of North Carolina's journey from a col­ ony to a leading State, to learn the lessons of history in order to avoid repeating mistakes of the past, and to promote racial reconciliation" and "...calls on all North Carolinians to re­ commit their State, their com­ munities, and themselves...to work daily to treat all persons with abiding respect for their humanity and to eliminate racial prejudices, injustices, and discrimination from our society." Representative Alma Ad­ ams and others introduced a similar bill in the House. Under its provisions, the leg­ islature "formally apologizes for the injustice, cruelty, and brutality of slavery, cites its historical role in perpetuat­ ing slavery and racism, and expresses its profound regret for the practice of involuntary servitude in this State and for the many hardships expe­ rienced, past and present, on account of slavery." The Senate, with a minor amendment, passed Rand's bill. When the House acts, the two versions will make their " IN a STARTLING DEVELOPMENT GU$E TO BE fa Q0W Of ik CENTURA 1fa DUNE RAPECAGE PPftsECUTCft JUGV CALLED ANNA NICOLE GMHlfs BABY* NAFTY-HEADED HO." way to a a holding pen to keep law­ vironment pushes Cal to the c o n f e r ­ breakers temporarily away limit. The North Carolina De­ ence com­ from the rest of us? Two recent books set in partment of Correction is one mittee to work out North Carolina have made of North Carolina's largest the differ­ me worry more about prisons. businesses. It employs about ences in Last year, John Hart's novel, 20,000 people, has a budget of language. "King of Lies," made the na­ over $1 billion, and is respon­ Then, the tional best-seller list. Set in sible for 37,000 inmates. a g r e e d the courthouse and jail in Some legislators and De­ upon ex­ Salisbury, this novel takes its partment of Correction offi­ pression readers into North Carolina cials have fought for improve­ of apol­ prisons through the experi­ ments in our prison system. ogy and regret will be passed ence of a troubled young law­ To some degree they have by both houses. yer who represents criminal been successful. But they I wonder again what things defendants. One of these de­ have not gotten widespread we are doing, or not doing, that fendants is a young, attractive, or enthusiastic support from our grandchildren will have to repeat offender. He commits most of us, who just cannot apologize for—on our behalf. suicide rather than face again get excited about the welfare If our ancestors had such the repeated rapes he suffered of criminals. a blind spot with respect to his first time in prison. Hart, 'They deserve whatever slavery and our parents and writing in the lawyer's voice, they get," some people say. grandparents had a similar says, "Since then I've skirted And, too many of us silently one for segregation and its the prison system with some­ agree. evils, what are our blind spots? thing like morbid fascination, Like John Hart's lawyer What are we not seeing about safe behind my briefcase, yet character, we stay "safe be­ today's conditions? close enough never to for­ hind my briefcase," and do An education system and a get what I saw in that young nothing—which is why, some health care system that leave man's eyes." day, years from now, the North too many children behind? A Joseph Bathanti's award Carolina General Assembly God-given earth pillaged to winning novel, "Coventry," may have to apologize for us. give us momentary pleasure? gives us a look inside our pris­ Lost generations of youth ons though the experience of a D.G. Martin is the host of abandoned to the streets and prison guard, Cal Gaddy. Cal UNC-TVs North Carolina the gangs, destined for pris­ develops a tolerance of the Bookwatch, which airs Sun­ exploitation, sex, and drugs days at 5:00 p.m. Check his on? Or the prisons themselves, in the prison where he works. blog and view prior programs so often without the resources The strain of keeping things at www.unctv.org/ncbookor the will to be any more than under control in such an en­ watch/. Take a second look at proposed auto sales tax roslt T hJferjMu Member: (USPS 441-810) N.C. Press Association Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. 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Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. RALEIGH - There is yet another tax-hike proposal in the North Carolina General Assembly. And there's a case for it. Calm down. Don't jump to conclusions. The bill, filed by Sen. Dan Clodfelter (D-Mecklenburg), would raise the current high­ way-use tax on the sale of automobiles from 3 percent of the purchase price to the general retail-sales tax rate, which is currently 6.75 per­ cent and is scheduled by law to drop to 6.5 percent in July. Furthermore, the bill would remove the current practice of allowing the value of a trade-in vehicle to be applied against the price of the new one before applying the tax. The North Carolina Auto­ mobile Dealers Association argues that the tax changes would cost $900 million a year, encourage some consum­ ers to travel to neighboring states to purchase their cars, and make new cars more ex­ pensive relative to used cars, thus reducing fleet turnover and harming public safety and air quality. I haven't seen any confirmation of the $900 million figure, but the association is surely right in its other points. Those who claim that changes in tax rates don't affect consumer behavior, because the mar­ ginal costs are too small, must surely admit that the prospect of saving hundreds or even thousands of dollars, on transactions that consum­ ers make only occasionally and rarely in a hurry, con­ stitutes a strong incentive to hit the road for a lower-cost neighbor. A d vocates seek to address two matt e r s : trans­ portation n e e d s and tax John Hood inequity. On trans­ portation, there are strong lobbies in favor of spend­ ing more on highways and transit programs. There are tens of billions of dollars in spending requests in excess of expected revenue from gas and car taxes at current tax rates. Politicians may well believe it easier to jack up the tax on a new car, which a given taxpayer buys only oc­ casionally, than on gasoline. In reality, we wouldn't need to do either to meet legiti­ mate transportation needs if we set firm priorities with existing funds. The tax-equity argument makes a bit more sense. Re­ call that the highway-use tax is really just the old state sales tax. As part of a sweep­ ing highway bill in 1989, lawmakers transferred rev­ enue from sales taxation of automobiles from the Gener­ al Fund to the new Highway Trust Fund, renaming the tax at the same time. Part of the deal was to reimburse the General Fund $170 mil­ lion annually, representing the take from the previous sales tax. Since then, while the General Assembly has raised the sales tax many times, to the current 6.75 percent, the highway-use tax has remained at the old rate of 3 percent. Some have argued that car sales shouldn't be taxed lower than other sales. All goods (and services) should be taxed at the same rate. Furthermore, the Easley ad­ ministration has argued that the Highway Trust Fund transfer to the General Fund ought to be higher than $170 million to reflect what the old sales tax would be raising on today's larger tax base. This is all a muddy mess, but raising the car tax should gain no traction. At the very least, any attempt to bring cars into compliance with other taxable goods ought to be revenue-neutral - the sales tax rate should fall to offset it. But the best solution would be to phase out sales taxes over time in favor of a broad-based consumed-income tax. That is, households would report their income for the tax year, subtract their net savings (deposits minus withdrawals), and then pay a tax rate on the remainder, which is by definition their consumption. Thus, they would pay the same tax on money used to buy clothing, food, vehicles, phone service, legal representation, mas­ sages, haircuts, auto repairs - whatever. Over in the highway area, then, we would eliminate the highway-use tax and rely on a combination of motor-fuels taxes and tolls - both bear­ ing a proportional relation­ ship to drivers' actual use of the highways, unlike a tax on auto sales - to pay for high­ way needs without fear of contradiction or raids by pol­ iticians looking for revenue for other programs. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words, vye do limit letter writers to one letter once every 30 days, to allow as wide a range of opinions as possible. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Rep. Tarleton visits Ashe Services for Aging pf|r il N.C. Rep. Cullie Tarleton was on hand Friday morn­ ing to speak to seniors at Ashe Services for Aging and congratulate them during a special volunteer awards pro­ gram. "It's volunteers who make the world go 'round "Tarleton said. "Without them, things would just not get done." Recognition was given to the more than 90 volunteers with Meals on Wheels, Gen­ erations Day Care, Adult Day Program, ASA board of di­ rectors, Ashe County Senior Center and its advisory com­ mittee, and the ASA Founda­ tion board. Volunteers were presented a certificate of ap­ preciation and special gift bag. During his address follow­ ing the ceremony, Tarleton explained his focus on issues concerning seniors by saying, "I am in my demographic. I am one of you." Health care and the need for a greater concentration on mental health are two ar­ eas of his focus, Tarleton said. "With Virginia Tech, we saw what can happen when there is a neglect of treatment for mental health." He also warned seniors to beware of scams directed at them and said he supports a star rating system for nursing homes in the state. He is also support­ ing revival of tax credit for people who have bought long term care insurance. In other issues, Tarleton said he is working on getting $700,000 in state budget mon­ ey for a forestry headquarters building in Ashe County.Ashe is the largest producer of Christmas trees in the state, he said, with many acres of land needing protection, and two rangers with trucks, but no headquarters for the for­ estry service. Equipment for the rangers must be stored in Wilkes County, and there is delay in accessing that equipment in the event of a fire. Land across from Fam­ ily Central in Jefferson has been donated by the county, and hopes are to fund a head­ quarters building that would provide storage space. In education, Tarleton said he is focusing on reducing the number of high school drop­ outs because these young people find it extraordinarily difficult to compete in the economy for good jobs. He also hopes to encourage the hiring of 80 additional public For Mike Shatley, Presi­ dent of the Ashe County HBA, working with the local high school, makes nothing but good sense. "After all," Shatley says, "These kids are our future in­ dustry leaders. Why wouldn't we want to nurture them?" In an era of shrinking vo­ cational budgets and resourc­ es, the ACHBA has stepped up in a big way to help the vo­ cational education programs at Ashe County High School. Last fall the ACHBA donated $2,500 worth of new tools to the Vocational Department. In the spring of 2007, the ACHBA started a scholarship program that will award a minimum of two $1,000 schol­ arships to Ashe County High School Seniors who want to continue their vocational ed­ ucation after graduation. The ACHBA also started a Vocational Student of the Month program. Amanda Ham, ACHBA's very first Vocational Student of the Month, was recognized for excelling in three CareerTechnical Education classes: Introduction to Trade and In­ dustrial Education, Construc­ tion I, and Construction II. Her teachers also commended her on participation in class, on live projects and her de­ sire to learn more about the construction trade. Ham was presented a certificate from the ACHBA and a nailgun and pink hardhat provided by the North Carolina Profes­ sional Women in Building. Kelley St. Germain, Execu­ tive Officer for the ACHBA, commented, "Its great that we can shine a light upon the vocational department at Ashe High School. Vocational students don't normally get a lot of attention. Most scholar­ ships and awards are focused on the kids going to the tra- this. Tickets are only $5, and all proceeds go to benefit Ashe County Little League. So this is your chance to step up to the plate and hit a homerun for our kids! Tickets may be purchased at Libby's, Mark of Eden and by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor m 1 \ / 1' Post photo by Linda Burchette Ashe County Senior Center Director Louise Caudill greeted NC Rep. Cullie Tarleton during his visit to the center last week. He spoke to seniors and congratulated those being honored for volunteering. school nurses to reduce the ratio of students to nurses, which is required at one nurse for every 750 students currently, but most areas are much higher than that in­ cluding one district as high as one nurse for 5,000 stu- dents. These nurses can help recognize the symptoms of mental illness that can lead to violence and get help for students. Another bill being looked at in the legislature, Tarleton said, would allow judges to have a gun concealed at the bench during court. Some judges feel threatened, and some have even been threat­ ened. But the legislature is not all about life and death is­ sues, Tarleton said. One re­ cent bill that sparked a lot of discussion and some good natured ribbing was aimed at choosing a state amphibian, something a fourth grader discovered North Carolina did not have. Chosen was the bull frog despite one legis­ lator's lobbying for the sala­ mander. Roy Elmore thanked Tar­ leton for supporting the se­ nior games in North Carolina to help promote activity and fitness for seniors. The Blue Ridge Senior Games kick off Wednesday in Wilkes County for seniors in Ashe and sur­ rounding counties. Tarleton thanked the se­ nior volunteers for their ser­ vice, and encouraged anyone with questions or concerns about state issues to contact him. "If there's anything I can do for you," he said,"I want to be your voice in Raleigh." Home Builders group forms alliance with ACHS Show continued from front page evening. And then, to cap everything off, there will be a drawing for a special, sur­ prise grand prize. You must be present, by the way, to win Jefferson Post. Volunteers — continued from front page in firefighting. Firefighters never know what they will encounter. It could be a can blowing up, a ceiling collaps­ ing, a meth lab, smoke inha­ lation or keeping bystanders safe. First responders are an­ other great part of the Creston Volunteer Fire Depart­ ment. Responding to a home where a loved one has been lost can be a very difficult sit­ uation. First responders must be able to deal with some very difficult calls. Creston VFD is a very close family that looks after each other." Individual: Kathy Howell "Kathy has served on the board of directors for the Ashe Civic Center for three years where she faithfully attends all meetings and led the successful fundraiser, the Blue Ridge Brutal Bike Race in 2005, 2006 and coming up again in August 2007. She handles all the logistics for the race and coordinated 100 plus other volunteers that make this event work. Kathy also serves on the Arts Coun­ cil Board and is a past presi­ dent of that organization. She is currently chair of the Arts in Education Committee and serves on the Personnel and Programming Commit­ tee. She serves as president of the Christmas in July Fes­ tival which brings thousands of people to the county to cele­ brate our mountain heritage. The success of the festival is due to the countless hours donated by many volunteers with Kathy overseeing the logistics, solicitation of spon­ sors, facilitating logistics for the craft, food and non-profit vendors, collaborating with the Town of West Jefferson, the Ashe Arts Council, the Chamber of Commerce, Ashe County Agricultural Exten­ sion Service, the Ashe Coun­ ty Christmas Tree Growers, Ashe County High School, JROTC, Ashe County dance studios, Ashe County Rescue Squad and Volunteer Fire De- partments. There are count­ less hours donated to this event many volunteers with Kathy taking the lead. Kathy is also the chair of the Ad­ ministrative Council at her church, volunteers with the Women of the Church group, sings in the choir and plays in the bell choir. Kathy's heart really leads the way in mak­ ing many community events and organizations successful. She gives selflessly and tire­ lessly of her time, energy and enthusiasm. She exemplifies a true volunteer." Senior Citizen: Dallas Williams "Dallas is a veteran of World War II and is still very active with the Ashe County Veterans. He is a member of the VFW, the Disabled Ameri­ can Veterans and the Ameri­ can Legion. Dallas has been a member of the Masonic Lodge for 51 years. Dallas is an active volunteer with each of the organizations. He was a military Chaplin for five years and is still active with military funerals which aver­ age 3 a month. He also helped raise $65,000 for the War Me­ morial at the courthouse. Dal­ las also goes to the hospital and rest homes to visit with patients and he also goes to Ashe County High School to make presentations to his­ tory classes on World War II and what freedom means to him. Dallas was born in Fleet­ wood 86 years ago and spent nine years in an orphanage in Barium Springs where he remains a volunteer assisting with fundraisers. Dallas is a member of Freewill Baptist Church in Glendale Springs." Youth: Chelsea Sexton "Chelsea has volunteered at the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce for the past one and a half years. Her diligence and dedication to the organi­ zation have been instrumen­ tal in completing day-to-day administrative tasks as well as assembling and mailing marketing materials for the promotion of Ashe County. Her knowledge of her coun­ ty, her ability to initiate and complete assignments and her endless energy make her an indispensable asset to the Chamber's efforts. Chelsea also spent one summer assist­ ing pre-schoolers at the Ashe Developmental Day School. She has participated in nu­ merous children's programs through Blue Ridge Electric, worked with special needs high school students, tutored high school math students and coordinated music for her church bible study. Chelsea is a source of pride for the Ashe County community." Goodman congratulates all the volunteers nominated for their service. "Your contri­ butions are greatly appreci­ ated and this recognition is well deserved," she said. "We also want to thank Phil How­ ell, principal at Ashe County High School, the Ashe County Volunteer Initiative Board, the Ashe County High School JROTC, Ashe County High School Cans and Pans, the Ashe County High School cafeteria staff, Jennifer Rich­ ardson from High Country Health Care System Hos­ pice and Ruth Woodall an intern from ASU for their assistance. We want to also thank Lisa Osborne and the Princess of the High Coun­ try Queens and Ashe County Queens. These ladies have participated in collecting canned food for the Volunteer Initiative food drive, collected toys for Hurricane Katrina victims, donated supplies to A Safe Home for Everyone, entertained at many local events and nursing homes, they adopt children for the Children's Christmas Proj­ ect, collect school supplies for the school supply drive and always assist with the Volun­ teer Award Ceremony. We re­ ally appreciate this wonder­ ful group." ditional liberal arts college. The fact of the matter is that, with all the building going on in Ashe County, a young man or woman can earn a very good living within the indus­ try if they have the desire, a little experience, and a solid educational background." Future plans for the part­ nership between the ACHBA and Ashe County High School are still being developed. Ac­ cording to ACHBA President Shatley, the ACHBA is com­ mitted to helping the Ashe High vocational students over the long term. "This commu­ nity has been very good to us," Shatley comments, "We just want to give back." For more information on Photo courtesy of ACHBA the Ashe County Home Build­ Amanda Ham (left) is the first Vocational Student of the ers Association, please visit Month, selected by the Home Builders Association. www.ashehomebuiIders.com. Bare continued from front page tificates of appreciation were named Secretary of the Year. presented at a secretaries' Born in Florida, Lois ma­ jored in accounting and sec­ breakfast. The electric typewriters retarial work in college and and landline phones of her earned an associate's degree day have been replaced with in Jacksonville, and said she laptop computers and cell has taken college classes ev­ phones, and many bosses to­ erywhere she has lived. "I just day use these to keep up their love to learn," she said. She own work and schedules rath­ became a secretary in 1952. er than rely on an assistant. She and her first husband Back then, said Lois, sec­ moved to Mississippi in 1964 retaries were very active as when he was transferred in an organization. They got to­ the Navy. She moved back to gether for monthly meetings Florida in 1971 and met her and attended state gather­ husband, Bernard Bare, in ings. In service training was Pensacola. A native of Ashe provided through the nation­ County, he was in the Navy al association and members and civil service. They both had to pass an exam to earn retired in 1987 and moved to the status of certified pro­ Jefferson. "Bernard had always fessional secretary. In April 1970, as chair of the Missis­ looked forward when he re­ sippi Division of the National tired to moving back to Ashe Secretaries Association, Lois County, to Jefferson, where was photographed with the he's from," Lois said. "He is mayor of Long Beach as he a graduate of Jefferson High declared Secretaries Week, School and Lees McRae Col­ and a month later she was lege." The Bares have three chil­ dren; daughter Lisa and son Gary in Pensacola, each with two children, and a daughter, Cindy, they lost to cancer in 2005. Cindy was a secretary, Lois said, and lost her Florida home to Hurricane Ivan. In Ashe County, Lois is very active with the Repub­ lican Party, serving as secre­ tary last year. She is an active member of the auxiliary of Gideon's International Jeffer­ son Camp. She and her hus­ band attend Fletcher Memo­ rial Baptist Church, and she enjoys music, playing both the organ and the dulcimer. As for advice to today's administrative professionals, Lois says, "Always be pleas­ ant on the telephone, and most important, when some­ one walks into the office ac­ knowledge that person with a smile. Always try to improve your education and never stop being a lifelong learner." ifljAshe Memorial Hospital Welcomes John A. Sundin, M.D. General Surgery Dr. John Sundin received his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. He then received his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sundin completed his general surgery residency at Hospital of St. Raphael, Yale Affiliate at New Haven, Connecticut in 1989 and at Yale Regional Surgical Residency Program at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1992. Dr. Sundin's office is located adjacent to Dr. Charles Jones. His practice opened on April 16, 2007. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 336-846-8939. �Tuesday - April 24 JV/Var Baseball HOME Track HOME 4:30 p.m. vs Forbush 4:30/7:30 p.m. JV/Var Baseball HOME vs West Wilkes 4:30/6:30 p.m. Track at North Wilkes 4:30 p.m. JV/Var Softball HOME vs West Wilkes 4:30/6:30 p.m. Men's Golf MVAC Tournament Men's Tennis HOME vs Forbush 4:30 p.m. at Yadkin County CC Wednesday - April 25 Friday - April 27 Women's Soccer at Surry Central 6 p.m. Men's Tennis at Wilkes Central 4:30 p.m. Women's Soccer at Forbush 6 p.m. JV/Var Softball HOME vs Forbush Thursday - April 26 Var 4:30 p.m. JV following This week in Husky sports Tennis sweeps doubles for first Ryan Chappal with a score of 8-0. Photo by Michael Graybeal Chris Lyalls (left) returns a tough shot while Chase Smith (right) is prepared for the return by their opponent during their 8-3 doubles victory on Friday evening. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Friday evening, the Huskies hosted the Starmount Rams for one of their final conference matches of the season. The Huskies had difficulty with the Rams during singles competitions and split matches 3-3. However, the Huskies banded together and swept the Rams in doubles to win the match 6-3. Results of singles matches: #1 seed: Lee Belton (Starmount) defeated Jake Giles (Ashe County) 6-1 46 7-3; #2 seed: Tim Harper (Starmount) defeated Will Krider (Ashe County) 1-6 61 7-5; #3 seed Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Darin Thomasson (Starmount) 6-763 7-5; #4 seed:Austin Prevette (Starmount) defeated Chris Lyall (Ashe County) 7-6 7-5; #5 seed: Chase Smith (Ashe County) defeated Brandon Coffman (Starmount) 6-2 62; #6 seed: Anand Patel (Ashe County) defeated Jacob Cook (Starmount) 6-3 7-5. The Huskies rallied during the doubles matches and swept the Rams to claim the overall victory. The doubles matches results were: Jake Giles/ Anand Patel (Ashe County) defeated Lee Belton/ Tim Harper (Starmount) 84; Will Krider/ Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Darin Thomasson/ Austin Prevette (Starmount) 8-2; and Chris Lyalls/ Chase Smith (Ashe County) defeated Brandon Coffman/ Jacob Cook (Starmount) 8-3. In exhibition matches: Justin Miller for Ashe defeated Cory Carter from Starmount with a score of 85. In doubles exhibition Alex Wolfe and Alex Graybeal paired up for Ashe and defeated Karston Miller and Baseball blanks the Vikings in six innings by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Friday evening, the baseball team traveled to North Wilkes to face the Vikings. The Huskies were able to gain momentum after a three-run third inning to earn a ten-run victory in the sixth inning with the final score of 10-0. The game opened up with the Huskies struggling at the plate during the first two innings. Out of the Huskies' first seven batters, four batters struck out. North Wilkes struggled in the same aspect. The Vikings had three batters be struck out by Dustin Absher, the Huskies pitcher in the first and second inning. The Huskies were able to end the second inning following a single by a Viking batter by converting a textbook double play to the short stop Jake Miller. Miller flicked the ball to Kyle Guyton, who tagged second and gunned the batter out at first to end the second inning. The Huskies bats came alive in the third inning when David Marino opened up the inning by reaching first on an error by the North Wilkes' defense. Marino stole second and with a single by Jake Miller, Marino advanced to third base. Miller proceeded to steal second and was driven in by a double RBI single by Keaton Mash. Kyle Guyton advanced Mash to third base with a single, and a sacrifice flv by Darron Dotson allowed Mash to score for the third run of the inning. The Huskies continued to The victory over Starmount places the Huskies in a three way tie for first. Surry Central and Wilkes Central are the two teams that are tied with the Huskies.The Huskies will face Wilkes Central when they are on the road Wednesday. The Huskies will host their final match tonight when they feature Senior Night when they host the Forbush Falcons. If the Huskies defeat both the Eagles and Falcons, then they will be named CoChampions with the Surry Central Golden Eagles. Photo by Michael Graybeal Will Krider returns a volley during his tough 1-6 6-1 7-5 loss to his opponent from Starmount. Softball splits games Photo by Michael Graybeal Whitney Spagnolo hits a base hit during the Huskies 14-0 victory over North Wilkes on Friday evening. the Pioneers and lost by a final score of 6-0.The Pioneers The Huskies softball were able to score one run in team returned to action this the first inning and another week after a tough 8-0 loss run in the second inning to Starmount on Tuesday by to take an early 2-0 lead. hosting the Watauga Pioneers The Huskies experienced and then traveling to North difficulty hitting the pitcher Wilkes to face the Vikings. for Watauga and in the first The Huskies lost the first three innings, struck out five game by a final score of 6-0 times and had four ground to the Pioneers but returned ball outs. and dominated against the The Huskies were finally Vikings and won 14-0. able to get on base during the The first game of the fourth inning when Kendra pair brought the Watauga Yearick led off with a single Pioneers into Husky Country and Cori Revis followed up to face the Huskies. The with another single to place Huskies struggled against the runners on first and by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor second. The following batter for the Huskies hit a fly ball, which was caught for the first out. Larken Mikeal followed up with a single to load the bases, but the two following batters struck out to end the inning with the Huskies trailing 5-0. The Huskies managed to keep the Pioneers to only one more run during the remaining three innings, but the Huskies were unable to produce any runs themselves and the game ended with the score in favor of the Pioneers, 5-0. Cori Revis pitched the entire game for the Huskies and struck out three batters. Revis however did not walk a single batter. Larken Mikeal led the offense with two trips on base, and Danielle Wood, Kendra Yearick, Cori Revis, and Tiffany Jones each recorded singles. Following the tough game against Watauga, the Huskies traveled to North Wilkes High School to face the Vikings and returned See Softball, page 7 Photo by Michael Graybeal Josh Ferguson stretches to make the out at first base. and Sexton and Mash were both driven home with a three-run home run to center field by Darron Dotson to take the score to 5-0 heading into the bottom of the fifth inning. In the bottom half of the fifth inning, the Vikings were able to get a base runner with a lead off single. The following batter was unable to advance the runner with a fly out to Phillip Walter at center field. The Huskies earned another out with a fly ball to Jake Miller at the shortstop position for the second out. The Vikings got another base runner with another single to place runners on first and second but a strike out by Dustin Absher for the Huskies ended the inning with the Huskies still winning 5-0. To open the sixth inning, the Vikings changed pitchers and Josh Ferguson quickly punished the pitcher with a lead off solo home run to straight away center field to give the Huskies their sixth run of the game. Phillip Walter followed up Ferguson's homerun with a single and advanced to second due to a defensive error. David Marino drew a walk and on a wild pitch, Marino and Walter advanced to second and third base. Jake Miller was able to drive in Walter for the seventh run of the game. Dustin Absher was then awarded a free trip to first with a walk to load the bases for Kyle Guyton. Guyton jumped on an early pitch and hit a long fly ball into left field. The ball dropped at the base of the fence and allowed Marino and Miller to score while Absher advanced to third base and Guyton had a stand-up double. The Vikings were able to get the next two Huskies out, but it was not in time as the Huskies had earned a 100 lead. Photo by Karlton Yearick The Vikings had to score at Photo courtesy of Karlton Yearick Cori Revis delivers a strike least one run in the bottom of Danielle Wood beats the tag at third base during the Hus­ during a recent game for the the sixth to extend the game. kies game on Friday evening. Huskies. However, the Huskies defense played strong and denied the Vikings any runs. The Vikings had a promising situation with the bases loaded, but a 24 Scott, Aaron 50.78 5 ground ball to Keaton Mash Event 11 Girls 8(H) M Run was thrown home to Darron Name Final Dotson who got the force out at 12 Roberts, Kassec 2:44.99 home. Following tagging first, 18 Shatley, Emaiinc 2:50.06 Dotson relayed the ball to first 23 Mash, Kinsey 2:58.82 for the double play but the Event 12 Boys 8(H) M Run Vikings still had runners on Name Final second and third base. Dustin 39 May, Nick 2:43.03 Absher handled the following 40 Pennington. Randall 2:46.79 batter by retiring him on Event 13 Girls 1600 M Run strikes to end the game with Name Final the Huskies winning 10-0. 24 Sheets, Savannah 6:43.91 Dustin Absher was the 28 Koontz, Jessica 7:02.33 Huskies' pitcher for the entire Event 14 Boys 1600 M Run hold the Vikings scoreless and game. Absher pitched a total Name Final ' the fifth inning, the Huskies of 75 pitches and tallied 54 28 Davis, Zach 5:24.69 truck again. Following a strikes. He walked only one 40 Widner, Andy 5:49.20 strikeout by the lead offbatter, batter, gave up one hit, and Event 15 Girls 3200 M Run Keaton Mash hit a double into struck out an impressive eight Name Final £e gaP in right-center field, Photo courtesy of ACHS Track batters. 10 Gamble, Emily 13:00.92 ri.istin Absher was on deck for Keaton Mash led the offense Katrina Krider clears this Pole Vault attempt during the Event 16 Boys 3200 M Run IZ Huskies and with a swung with a 2-4 performance and meet at Watauga High School last Wednesday. Name Final third strike, Absher stole drove in two runs and scored 22 Hudler, Holden 12:07.60 Srst base and Mash advanced 28.75 7 twice himself. Josh Ferguson Appalachian High School 39 Williams, Charlie Event 17 Girls 4x100 M Relay fn third base. Andrew Sexton Event 6 Boys 400 M Dash went 2-3 with one RBI and Name Final Pts Invitational - 4/14/2007 V,tpred into the game as a Name Finals Pts scored one run while Jake 6 Ashe County 53.29 3 Curtesy runner for Absher, Kidd Brewer Stadium 37 Halsey, Cory 61.41 6 Miller went 2-4 with one RBI (Qualified for Regionals) 38 McClure, Cody 61.63 6 and scored two runs. Kyle Event 1 Girls 100 M Dash Event 18 Boys 4x100 M Relay 40 Rios. Jose 62.98 7 Guyton also went 2-4 with two Name Final Pts Name Final Pts RBIs. 14 Rolen, Taryn 14.02 2 Event 7 Girls 100 M Hurdles 14 Ashe County 52.64 2 Name Final Pts The 10-0 shutout of the 35 Weaver. Lakcn 16.00 5 Event 19 Girls 4x200 M Relay 10 Garn, Caitlin 18.30 2 Vikings increases the Huskies Event 2 Boys 100 M Dash Name Final Pts Event 8 Boys 110 M Hurdles record to 5-6 in conference Final Pts Name 7 Ashe County 1:53.70 2 Name Final Pts and 10-7 overall. The victory 25 Carpenter, Sid " 12.53 6 (Qualification for Regionals) 10 Blevins, Chris 17.66 2 ensured the Huskies an overall 25 Critcher, Lee 12.53 5 Event 20 Boys 4x200 M Relay 19.01 4 winning season and they 29 Greene, Aaron 12.80 6 18 Scott. Aaron Name Final Pts Event 9 Girls 300 M Hurdles return to action tonight when Event 3 Girls 200 M Dash 14 Ashe County 1:39.60 3 Name Final Pts they host the West Wilkes Final Pts Name Event 21 Girls 4x400 M Relay 18 Roten, Taryn 56.04 4 Blackhawks. The Huskies 19 Wright, Sarah ' 29.48 6 Name Final Pts 24 Garn. Caitlin 57.96 4 will follow up that game with 34 Weaver, Lakcn 33.11 7 3 Ashe County 4:30.71 6 Event 10 Boys 300 M Hurdles their Senior Night match up Event 4 Boys 200 M Dash (new school record) Name Final Pts with the Forbush Falcons on Final Pts Photo by Michael Graybeal Name Event 22 Boys 4x400 M Relay 46.82 3 Thursday evening. 25.59 6 16 Blevins, Chris 24 Johnson. Chuck See Track, page 7 Sexton takes off while stealing second base. Andrew Recent track results �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Track continued from page 6 Name Final Pts 13 Ashe County 4:02.88 3 Event 23 Girls 4x800 M Relay Name Final Pts 5 Ashe County 11:20.28 4 Event 24 Boys 4x800 M Relay Name Final 13 Ashe County 9:48.42 Event 27 Girls Pole Vault Name Final Pts 4 Bower, Ashley 8-06.00 5 7 Krider. Katrina 8-00.00 2 Event 29 Girls Long Jump. Name Final 6 Stansberry, Morgan 14-10.00 Event 30 Boys Long Jump Name Final 21 Carpenter, Sid 17-01.00 26 Critcher, Lee 15-10.00 30 Greene, Aaron 13-09.50 Event 31 Girls Discus Throw Name Final 8 Gammons. Katie 84-08 22 Wheeler, Kendra 60-10 Event 32 Boys Discus Throw Name Final 17 Snyder. Dustin 102-06 29 Jones. Robert 79-08 Event 33 Girls Shot Put Name Final 16 Gammons. Katie 25-07.00 19 Krider. Katrina 22-02.00 20 Wheeler, Kendra 19-01.00 Event 34 Boys Shot Put Name Final 8 Price, Dakota 41-04.00 24 Snyder. Dustin 34-10.00 27 Jones, Robert 31-10.00 Women - Team Ranking 17 Events Scored 9) Ashe County 26 Men - Team Ranking 17 Events Scored 24) Ashe County 1 Photo courtesy of ACHS Track Chris Blevins competes in th 110 Meter hurdles at Appalachian. McDowell, Ashe, and South Caldwell. The Huskies were the only 2A school participating in the meet. Women's Results continued from page 6 4x800 meter relay (2nd place) time of 11:15.6- consisted of Em­ aline Shatley. Emily Gamble, Kas- and entered the third inning winning 2-0. The Vikings were able to open up the inning with their lead off batter drawing a walk and then was advanced to second by a following batter. The Huskies benefited from two strike outs by Yearick and then a ground ball to Danielle Wood at second base ended the Vikings batting turn and the score remained Softball Results from Wednesday, April 18 at Watauga. Participating schools: Watauga. East Burke, Alexander Central, Brittany Parsons drove in Mikeal with her hit but was left on base when the three following batters were gotten out. After the Huskies at bat, the Vikings continued to struggle and Yearick retired the entire side with three strikeouts to advance the game to the top half of the sixth inning. In the sixth inning, the Huskies offense sprung to life when Danielle Wood led off the inning with a single. A single by Kendra Yearick and a walk by Cori Revis loaded the bases for Tiffany Jones. Jones hit a double to drive in some Husky runs, and Larken Mikeal kept the streak alive with a single. Brittany Parsons and Kendra Blevins each reached base with a walk, and Whitney Spagnolo had a single to get on base also. The following Husky batter was the second out of the inning with a ground ball to the short stop to bring Danielle Wood up for her second at bat of the inning. Wood again got on base to keep the streak alive and Kendra Yearick followed with a single. However, the following Husky batter hit a fly ball to right field for the third out of the inning after the Huskies scored an impressive nine runs to take a to conference action with a mammoth 14-0 victory. The action opened up with the Huskies appearing to have a scoring inning with their first at bat as Danielle Wood reached base with a single and Kendra Yearick followed with a walk. Wood and Yearick progressed to third and second base, but the three following batters 2-0, In the top half of the got out to end the inning with fourth inning, The Huskies both runners left on base. The Huskies defense opened up the inning with responded to the near scoring Kendra Blevins getting on opportunity by retiring the base. With a single by Kaitlin Vikings side with only three Smith, a walk by Danielle batters. Kendra Yearick, Wood, and a single by Kendra the starting pitcher for the Yearick, the Huskies were able to drive in three runs to Huskies, struck out the first two batters and the third bus the game open and take batter hit a ground ball a 5-0 lead at the end of the back to Yearick for the third top half of the fourth inning. out of the inning. The quick The Vikings continued their side brought the Huskies struggle in the fourth inning back into bat. Brittany and were retired after only Parson led off with a walk three batters. Yearick struck for the Huskies and Whitney out the first batter and then Spagnolo drove her in with a forced the next two into fly double for the first run of the balls, which were caught for game. Spagnolo would then be the second and third outs to driven after Courtney Olive advance the game to the fifth and Danielle Wood reached inning. In the top half of the fifth base safely with singles. The Huskies however left Olive inning, the Huskies were once and Wood stranded on base again able to increase their but the Huskies claimed two score when Larken Mikeal runs in the second inning reached base with a single. 'J&-" / see Roberts, and Morgan Casey 100 Meter High Hurdles (2nd place) time of 17.8 Caitlin Gam / (4th place) Erin Keenan time of 18.85 100 Meter Sprint (2nd place) Roxanne Thomas with time of 13.3 which qualifies her for Regionals commanding 14-0 lead at the middle of the sixth inning. Due to the Ten-Run Rule, the Vikings had to score at least five runs to extend the game to the regulation seventh inning. The Huskies substituted pitchers and placed Cori Revis on the mound. The first Vikings' batter was able to hit a double, but a strike out by Revis on the next batter brought the first out for the side. However, the next batter drew a walk but was thrown out at second base with a ground ball single by the following batter. The Huskies sealed the victory when Revis forced the following batter to hit a ground ball to Brittany Parson at third base and threw out the runner at first to seal the 14-0 shutout for the Huskies. Kendra Yearick earned the win by pitching five innings for the Huskies with ten strikeouts and only one walk. Cori Revis earned the save with one inning on the mound and struck out one batter and walked one batter. The Huskies will return to action this evening when they host the West Wilkes Blackhawks for a nonconference match up with the JV starting at 4:30 and varsity following afterwards. 400 Meter Spnnt (3rd place) Morgan Stansberry with time of 66.6 300 Intermediate Hurdles (4th place) Taryn Roten with time of 55.0 / Caitlin Gam (5th) with time of 55.9 / Erin Keenan (6th) with time of 59.7 sec 1600 Meter Run (5th) Kassee Roberts with time of 6:29 200 Meter Sprint (2nd) Roxanne Thomas with time of 27.7 3200 Meter Run (2nd) Devin Little with time of 14:25 / Emaline Shatley (3rd) with time of 14:31 High Jump (4th) Caitlin Gam with jump of 4'6" Long Jump (5th) Katrina Krid­ er with jump of 14*0" / Morgan Stansberry (6th) with 13*8.75" m m m Discuss (4th) Katie Gammons with throw of 87'11" Mens Results 110 High Hurdles (4th) Chris Blevins with time of 18.3 100 Meter Sprint (6th) Lee Critcher with time of 12.3 200 Meter Sprint (4th) Aaron Greene with time of 25.2 4 x 800 Meter Relay (3rd) with time of 9:13 consists of Zach Holinan, Zach Davis, VJ Kataria. and Andy Widner Pole Vault (4th) Lee Critcher with jump of 8'6" / Charlie Wil­ liams (5th) with jump of 8*0" Shotput (4th) Kota Price with throw of 40*9.5" 300 Intennediate Hurdles (5th) Chris Blevins with time of 46.6 o ft h e w e e k Our Athletes of the Week, are the Women's 4x400 Meter Relay team of the women's track team. 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Otto will Mr*!• icon *1Mft AM A SI W ffi •nil MMM tow eta* MT M iMffni Uff« t*•*. fti tftfttl Mi mt kihii i Opportuirty LmxJm �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ASHE MEMORIAL HOS Dr. Dean C. Jones, Jr. retires Ashe Memorial Hospital is grateful to Dean C. Jones, Jr.,M.D. For over 44 years *of dedicated service to our hospital and to Ashe County Dr. Jones, Jr. has served the needs of the community. Dr. Jones , Jr.better known as "Doc" is truly one of a kind. Dr. Jones graduated from the University of North Carolina School Of Medicine at Chapel Hill in 1956. He performed his residency in Charlotte, NC. Joined our hospital staff on January 10, 1963 and will be closing his practice on April 30, 2007. It is hard to imagine not having Dr. Jones, Jr. here at the hospital caring for patients. His dedication to our community, to our hospital is truly a display of service above self. Dr. Jones' life has been dedicated to caring for anyone who needed his service. His dedication to Ashe Memorial Hospital has served the community in making sure they have a hospital. It is We will be announcing with a sad heart that we a date for Dr. Dean C. see our "Doc" quit. But Jones, Jr. retirement it is with a glad heart reception next week. that we send him into Thanks Doc for caring retirement. We wish Dr. for so many of us for so Jones, Jr. a very happy long. You are greatly retirement. appreciated! ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL NATIONAL RURAL HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATION OF THE YEAR NATIONAL HOSPITAL WEEK PUTS SPOTLIGHT ON PEOPLE Before hospitals build healthy communities, they build trust. That's the message organizers are touting with the 2007 National Hospital Week theme "Care You Count On, People You Trust." The event theme is the centerpiece of a promotional campaign aimed at uniting health care facilities across the country during the May 6-12 celebration. "National Hospital Week", first and foremost, is a celebration of people," RD Williams, administrator of Ashe Memorial Hospital, said. "We're extremely proud of each member of our staff and we recognize the important role they play in extending a sense of trust to our patients and our communities." The nation's largest health care event, National Hospital Week dates back to 1921. The celebration, launched in Chicago, succeeded in promoting trust and goodwill among members of the public and eventually spread to facilities across the country. 4.0 Care / Yaw Count On. People Trvft.' Toe National Hospital Wook Mi, •- n, soor Ashe Memorial Hospital Welcomes John A. Sun din, M.D. General Surgery Dr. John Sundin received his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. He then received his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sundin completed his general surgery residency at Hospital of St. Raphael, Yale Affiliate at New Haven, Connecticut in 1989 and at Yale Regional Surgical Residency Program at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1992. Dr. Sundin's office is located adjacent to Dr. Charles Jones. His practice opened on April 16, 2007. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 336-846-8939. ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CELEBRATES NATIONAL NURSES WEEK MAY 6TH - 12™, 2007 The work of America's 2.9 million registered nurses to save lives and to maintain the health of millions is the focus of this year's National Nurses Week, celebrated May 6-12 throughout the United States. "Nursing: A Profession and a Passion" is the theme for 2007. National Nurses Week opens on May 6, the traditional National Nurses Day. Annually, National Nurses Week begins on May 6, marked as RN Recognition Day, and ends on May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, founder of nursing as a modern profession. The American Nurses Association (ANA), through its 54 constituent member associations advances the nursing profession by fostering high standards of nursing practice, promoting economic and general welfare, promoting a positive and realistic view of nursing, and lobbying Congress and the regulatory agencies on health care MOUNTAIN FAMILY CARE CENTER Our After Hours Clinic is lo­ cated at the Top Dog Clinic in Warrensville at the Ashe County Middle School. This center is NOT an extension of our emergency department, but a clinic that is available to you and your family for non-emergency care. Clinic Hours: Monday - Thursday 5:00 ~ 9:00PM • Saturday ~ 8:00AM - 5:00PM Friday and Sunday -Closed Call our staff at: 336-384-6322 for more information r issues affecting nurses and the public. Traditionally, National Nurses Week is devoted to highlighting the diverse ways in which registered nurses, the largest health care profession, are working to improve health care. From bedside nursing in hospitals and long-term care facilities to the halls of research institutions, state legislatures, and Congress, the depth and breadth of the nursing profession is meeting the expanding health care needs of American society. "I am very proud of all our nurses at Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc./ Segraves Care Center. I would like to take this opportunity to thank them for their hard work and dedication they give throughout the year to the hospital and nursing home; as well as the patients and residents they care for. You all are greatly appreciated!", says Sara Houser, CNO, Ashe Memorial Hospital. PUTTING A BEAUTIF ON THE FACES O • Cosmetic Dentistry • Restorative Dentistry • < rowns and Bridges • Root Cfn;i • Surgery • I'artials ai ACCEPTING KIDS! FRANCIS X. AMATO III I • Jefferson Give your f amily the gift of a he Ashe Memorial Hospital Suite ASHE SERVICES Providing a brood range oj services desi^ne< enhance their dignity and help then Board Certified Nurse Aide Home Delivered Meals Intergenerational Day ( are Volunteer ()pportunities Information and Referral Congregate Meals Adult Day Health Care Group Respite Senior ( enter Activities Senior Housing 1 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 PAGE 9 PITAL HEALTH TIPS Torn Ligaments: When To Seek Help Most Americans have suffered a sprained ankle, wrist or knee at one time or another. And there's always the question of whether the injury is serious enough to see a doctor. The swelling and pain you experience are probably the result of bleeding from a torn ligament and should be treated with RICE-rest, ige, compression and elevation. In most cases, a slight tear will heal on its own, but a complete oj; even a severe partial tear requires a doctor's attention. Among the signs of severe injury are: popping or tearing at the time of the injury; immediate (looseness or bending the wrong way) and loss of function. If the pain is still severe after two days of self treatment, call a doctor. Knee Surgery for Your Child Your 14-year-old daughter suffered a knee injury on the soccer field, and your doctor is talking about the possibility of surgery? There's a good reason to be taken aback, but it's possible that surgery is the best solution. Injury to ligaments along the side of the knee can often be treated with rest, bracing and physical therapy, but moderate to severe tearing of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the center of the knee usually does require surgery to prevent later knee problems. To protect growth plates, a modified surgical approach is needed. Once considered rare in adolescents, ACL injuries are becoming increasingly common with the increased popularity of soccer. Hernia Linked to Collagen Impairment A hernia occurs when tissue from inside pushes out through a weakness in the abdominal wall. And now it's believed that this happens not just because of the pressure caused by lifting or straining but because of an impairment in collagen metabolism that weakens abdominal muscles. Person who suffer hernias also tend to have a higher risk of diverticulitis (associated with a weakness in the aorta). Hernia Surgery Safe Even for Elderly Even elderly patients with other medical conditions such as heart disease have undergone hernia surgery safely. In one study of 175 patients older than 66 years, there were no deaths and few complications; even though half of the patients had severe systemic disease and 22 percent had undergone coronary bypass graft surgery. Medication of Massage for Pain Pain-killing medications had established a good track record for managing pain and 28 percent of respondents to a survey rated them their best source of paio relief. Yet an equal percentage rated massage as their number one pain therapy. Other top-rated sources of pain relief were chiropractic treatment, 16 percent; physical therapy, eight percent; acupuncture, three percent; and biofeedback, one percent. Foot Massage Reduces Anxiety Massage is often recommended to cancer patients as a way of dealing with pain, anxiety and depression. In one study of 87 cancer patients, most found a 10-minute foot massage to have an immediate effect on pain, nausea and relaxation. They recommended it as complementary therapy. Another study of breast cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy found foot massage an effective way of reducing anxiety and depression. Massage Helps Relieve Back Pain Traditional therapy for low back pain involves medication plus physical therapy. Massage and chiropractic care are often recommended as alternative or complementary treatments. In comparing the two, one recent study found that traditional therapy was more effective, but only slightly so, compared to massage therapy. The authors found that "the decline in pain using massage therapy was significant" and that massage becomes increasingly effective as treatment progresses. Balding Doesn't Make You Look Old Men who become bald worry that it makes them look old, but a twin study of men in their 70s suggested otherwise. When subjects were asked to view pictures of the men and guess their ages, no correlation was found between degrees of balding and overestimation of age. About 20 percent of men with genetically determined hair loss have noticeable balding by age 20. Massage for Hair Loss? Don't believe anyone who tells you massage will grow hair on a bald head. Nevertheless, a case can be made for physical activity and.body work as preventative measures that prqmote healthy hair. Stress, arthritis and tightness of the neck aftid spine can restrict blood flow to the scalp. Massage, yoga and physical activity, on the other hand, reduce tension, allowing increased blood flow to the head and scalp. Cancer. Chemotherapy and Hair Loss Most Americans are aware that chemotherapy for cancer often includes hair loss. But even though this effect is expected and usually temporary, its effect on patients is often profound, sometimes leading to refusal of treatment, depression and loss of self confidence. One reason, according to studies, is that hair loss serves as a constant reminder of the cancer state and of the patient as a victim. One woman with breast cancer said that every time she looked at her bald head in the mirror, she thought, "cancer." Some patients talked of their bald head as a "neon sign," announcing to others their status as cancer patients. While a wig or hat gave them some degree of privacy, they sometimes felt guilty denying or covering up their illness. % How Much Liquid in Your Diet? Do you ever have a liquid lunch? Do you just sip on the run all day? Or do you ignore calories you get from soft drinks? A study based n the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) found that the average American gets 22 percent of daily calories from beverages and that most fail to count these calories as part of their diet. Another study found that subjects ate about the same amount of solid food regardless of which beverage they were served-cola, diet cola or water. Are You Ready To Start Exercising? If you're ready to start an exercise and weight loss program, the American Heart Association (AHA) is ready to help you log your progress. The "Start! Program" at the AHA website (www.americanheart.org/start) allows you to track what you eat and how much you exercise each day and then calculates your progress for you. 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Jones, Jr. - Surgeon • Dr. Charles Jones - Surgeon Dr. John Sundin - Surgeon • Dr. Chauncey Santos - Orthopedics Dr. Daniel Strickland - Gynecologist & Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Staci Chamberlain - Emergency Medicine Dr. Michael Tan - Emergency Medicine Dr. David Factor - Radiologist MB ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 'Together providing the very best care in the office and in the hospital 200 Hospital Avenue • Jefferson, NC • 336-846-7101 • www.ashememorial.org �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST THE GOLDEN POST Senior Center calendar for May Tuesday, May 1 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 8:30 a.m.: Shuffleboard in Wilkes 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 11 a.m.: May Day with child care center 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Wednesday, May 2 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10 a.m.: Bowling in Ashe 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Noon: AARP meeting (covered dish lunch) 12:30 p.m.: Croquet in Wilkes • Thursday, May 3 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 10 a.m.: Cycling in Wilkes I p.m.: Horseshoes in Wilkes Friday, May 4, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30 a.m.-Noon: Red Hill Ramblers 11 a.m.: Grief counseling with Roger Newton II a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 6-9 p.m.: Music fundraiser Monday, May 7 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.: Track events in Ashe 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ed and Friends 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, May 8 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.: Track events in Ashe 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 8-11 a.m.: Social Security representative 9 a.m.: 10k run in Ashe 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 1-4 p.m.: Ashe County Quilt Guild Friday, May 11 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Ultrascreen 9 a.m.-l p.m.: Health Fair 9 a.m.-l p.m.: Blue Ridge Senior Games in Wilkes 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, May 14 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.: Swimming in Alleghany 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Cake Decorating (new class) Tuesday, May 15 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.: Swimming in Alleghany 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Wednesday, May 16 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30 a.m.: Billiards in Wilkes I p.m.: Bridge in Wilkes Thursday, May 17 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle (new class) 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers Friday, May 18 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise II a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class Wednesday, May 9 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Edith and Friends 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK assistance by appointment only. . 1 p.m.: BRSG closing ceremonies in Wilkes 9 a.m.: Track events in Ashe 1-2 p.m.: Caregivers Support Group 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Monday, May 21 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D Thursday, May 10 assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Cake Decorating Tuesday, May 22 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Wednesday, May 23 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Thursday, May 24 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers Friday, May 25 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10 a.m.: Memorial Day celebration with child care center 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK • Monday, May 28 Closed for Memorial Day Tuesday, May 29 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Wednesday, May 30 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing Thursday, May 31 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 11:30 a.m.: Music and singing with Bevin Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Exercise Room, Blood Pressure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab; 10 a.m.-Noon: Rook Games; 10-11:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes. For more information, call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. Senior activities Wednesday, April 25 1 p.m.: Opening Ceremonies for Blue Ridge Senior Games in Wilkes County. Games continue through May 18. See calendar above for scheduled activities. Track events will take place at Ashe County High School Monday, May 7 through Thursday, May 10 beginning at 9 a.m. Bowling will take place at Cardinal Lanes in West Jefferson on Wednesday, May 2 at 10 a.m. Closing ceremon es will take place Friday, May 18 at 1 p.m. in Wilkes. Friday, May 4 6-9 p.m.; Musical fundraiser at Ashe Services for Aging will provide entertainment by Rock Bottom Bluegrass Band, Paul Hardy & Friends and His Abiding Grace. Refreshments available. Admission $5 with proceeds benefiting the senior center. Located on ChattyRob Lane off Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. For more information, call 246-4347. Ashe County adults are invited to get more fit through the Ashe County Senior Center exercise room. A monthly fee of $25 allows access to the facility during the new after hours of Mondays and Tuesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Adults interested in taking a computer class in the evenings are encouraged to call the center to sign up. For more information, contact Senior Center Director Louise Caudill at 2464347. Sign up to join the Smoky Mountain Show Trip June 27-29. This trip is for adults of any age. The cost of $265 includes three days and two nights (per person, double occupancy) for a trip to Dollywood, Harrah's Casino, two evening shows "The Miracle" and "Black Bear Jamboree" and much more. Fee includes motorcoach transportation, four meals, two breakfasts and two dinners. For information and reservations, call Bevin South at the Ashe County Senior Center at 246-4347. $75 due upon signing with final payment May 8. Recognition for Tax Aide volunteers Post photo by Linda Burchette Ruby Bartlett, at left, and Ashe County Senior Center Director Louise Caudill, at right, recently presented gifts and certificates of appreciation to Warren Miller, sec­ ond from left, and Charles Caudill for their volunteer work with the AARP Tax Aide program to help local residents with their tax preparation. Ruby is also a volunteer with the program and helps by making appointments for the clients. They provided free assistance with more than 600 state and federal tax forms and more than 330 phone tax refund forms during tax season at Ashe County Senior Center. One bill ... Easy-to-use, flat-rate calling plans for long-distance, local phone service, www.skyline.org • www.skybest.com • 877-1350 • 846-1350 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 11 TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble to perform Tuesday April 24 p.m.: We Welcome Home Baptist Church will hold revival April 22nd—April 26th 22-Rev. Jack Pugh from 7 Healing Springs 23-Rev. David Jones from Pleasant 24Rev. Steve Viers from Wagner Baptist 25 Rev. Warner Eller from Shiloh Baptist 26 Rev. Galvin Jones from Fairview Baptist Special singers nightly, mostly the church choir from the churches represented On April 27th Friday night, after our revival, an ordination ser­ vice for a new Deacon to serve our church at Welcome Home will take place at 6:00 pm. Brother Jason Joyce will be ordained that night, with Rev. Neal Hatfield preaching the charge. The Welcome Home Congregation invites you to be part of this very special service. 7 p.m.: Old Fields Baptist Church will have revival beginning April 22 at 7 p.m. with Rev. James Best as the speaker. Special music nightly and the pastor Rev. Jack Miller invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Midway Baptist Church will be having Revival services Sunday April 22 at 6 p.m. and Monday through Wednesday at 7 p.m. with Rev. Wayne Osborne as the guest speaker. Mark your calendars "and come hear challenging messages from God's Word. Pastor, Rev. Steve LeaShomb and congregation welcome you. 7 p.m.: Warrensville Baptist Church will have Revival April 22 at 10 a.m. and at 7 p.m. each night through Wednesday 25th. Sunday Night will be youth night with Pizza Blast at 6 p.m. and Youth Singing at 7 p.m. service. Tuesday night Associational Choir will be singing. Wednesday night the Warrenville Methodist Choir will be singing and it will be America night. You are encour­ aged to wear Red , white or blue if you would like to and we will recognize veterans that are present that night the speaker will be Rev. David Blackburn, Associational Missionary for the Ashe Baptist Association. Pastor Rev. Jeff Nave and the congregation invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Baptist Church will be holding reviv­ al services. Rev. Leo Cannon from Bolivia, NC will be the guest speaker. Special music nightly. Pastor, Rev. Jerry Francis and congregation wel­ come you to attend. Blue Ridge Baptist Church is locat­ ed on the Blue Ridge Parkway 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April Rev. Lloyd Day will 22-27. bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Wednesday April 25 11 a.m.: Friends of the Library meets downstairs at the library to hear well known herbalist Teresa Rogers talk on Anti-Viral Herbs. 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School beginning on April 25-29. Their theme is Take the Plunge with Jesus". Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward Sexton will be teaching the adult class. For transporta­ tion call Howard Turnmire at 384-2140. For more informa­ tion call Barbara McCoy at 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Welcome Home Baptist Church will hold revival April 22nd—April 26th 22-Rev. Jack Pugh from Healing Springs 23-Rev. David Jones from Pleasant 24Rev. Steve Viers from Wagner Baptist 25 Rev. Warner Eller from Shiloh Baptist 26 Rev. Galvin Jones from Fairview Baptist Special singers nightly, mostly the church choir from the churches represented On April 27th Friday night, after our revival, an ordination ser­ vice for a new Deacon to serve our church at Welcome Home will take place at 6:00 pm. Brother Jason Joyce will be ordained that night, with Rev. Neal Hatfield preaching the charge. The Welcome Home Congregation invites you to be part of this very special service. 7 p.m.: Old Fields Baptist Church will have revival beginning April 22 at 7 p.m. with Rev. James Best as the speaker. Special music nightly and the pastor Rev. Jack Miller invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Midway Baptist with drumming, dancing and fabulous food by Jacky Brown. All are invited to come for an afternoon of great fun! 10-3. 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park Road, www.whitehartwoods. com 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School beginning on April 25-29. Their theme is Take the Plunge with Jesus". Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward Sexton will be teaching the adult class. For transporta­ tion call Howard Turnmire at 384-2140. For more informa­ tion call Barbara McCoy at 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and congregation invites everyone to attend. 6:30 p.m.: Blue Ridge Adoption Support Services invites you to join them at Mt. Paddy Church in West Jefferson for their first adop­ tion support meeting. Whether you have adopted and wish to help others and show support or have an interest in adop­ tion and just don't know where to begin, you are invited to attend. 7 p.m.: Welcome Home Baptist Church will hold revival April 22nd—April 26th 22-Rev. Jack Pugh from Healing Springs 23-Rev. David Jones from Pleasant 24Rev. Steve Viers from Wagner Baptist 25 Rev. Warner Eller Church will be having Revival from Shiloh Baptist 26 Rev. s e r v i c e s S u n d a y A p r i l 2 2 a t ' Galvin Jones from Fairview 6 p.m. and Monday through Baptist Special singers nightly, Wednesday at 7 p.m. with Rev. mostly the church choir from Wayne Osborne as the guest the churches represented On speaker. Mark your calendars April 27th Friday night, after and come h§ar challenging our revival, an ordination ser­ messages from God's Word. vice for a new Deacon to serve Pastor, Rev. Steve LeaShomb our church at Welcome Home and congregation welcome will take place at 6:00 pm. you. Brother Jason Joyce will be 7 p.m.: Warrensville ordained that night, with Rev. Baptist Church will have Neal Hatfield preaching the Revival April 22 at 10 a.m. charge. The Welcome Home and at 7 p.m. each night Congregation invites you to through Wednesday 25th. be part of this very special Sunday Night will be youth service. night with Pizza Blast at 6 7 p.m.: Old Fields Baptist p.m. and Youth Singing at 7 Church will have revival p.m. service. Tuesday night beginning April 22 at 7 p.m. Associational Choir will be with Rev. James Best as the singing. Wednesday night the speaker. Special music nightly Warrenville Methodist Choir and the pastor Rev. Jack Miller will be singing and it will be invite you to attend. America night. You are encour­ 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville aged to wear Red , white or Baptist Church Monday 23 blue if you would like to and we through Friday 27. Bro. Ray will recognize veterans that are K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway present that night the speaker Baptist Church in Boiling will be Rev. David Blackburn, Springs, S.C. will be bring­ Associational Missionary for ing the message each night. the Ashe Baptist Association. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Pastor Rev. Jeff Nave and Jones and congregation invives the congregation invite you to everyone to attend. attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Baptist Church will be holding reviv­ al services. Rev. Leo Cannon from Bolivia, NC will be the guest speaker. Special music nightly. Pastor, Rev. Jerry Francis and congregation wel­ come you to attend. Blue Ridge Baptist Church is locat­ ed on the Blue Ridge Parkway 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April Rev. Lloyd Day will 22-27. bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Thursday April 26 White Hart Woods will be hosting the Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble April 26-29 with workshops th 26th & 27th and an Open House on the 28th Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Friday April 27 White Hart Woods will be hosting the Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble April 26-29 with workshops th 26th & 27th and an Open House on the 28th with drumming, dancing and fabulous food by Jacky Brown. All are invited to come for an afternoon of great fun! 10-3. 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park Road, www.whitehartwoods. com 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School beginning on April 25-29. Their theme is Take the Plunge with Jesus". Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward Sexton will be teaching the adult class. For transporta­ tion call Howard Turnmire at 384-2140. For more informa­ tion call Barbara McCoy at 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Old Fields Baptist Church will have revival beginning April 22 at 7 p.m. with Rev. James Best as the speaker. Special music nightly and the pastor Rev. Jack Miller invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April Rev. Lloyd Day will 22-27. bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Saturday April 28 White Hart Woods will be hosting the Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble April 26-29 with workshops th 26th & 27th and an Open House on the 28th with drumming, dancing and fabulous food by Jacky Brown. All are invited to come for an afternoon of great fun! 10-3. 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park Road, www.whitehartwoods. com 9 a.m.: This Ashe Baptist WMU session "Abide". As Spring, your Associational will be titlpd, such we will be honoring those ladies who have served with dedication and passion in missions and on the mission field, abiding in the strength of our Father, Jesus Christ. We are look­ ing forward to our best ses­ sion yet.. It will be held at Friendship Baptist Church on Saturday, April 28th, 9:00 am— 12:00 noon with a light lunch served. Mrs. Donna Pollard from New River Baptist Church will be sharing in song Guest speakers will include Mrs.Trish Church as she shares about her abiding faith while battling breast cancer & Mrs.. Frances Blevins who will encourage us with laughter and challenge us through God's Word. We want to encourage all ladies to attend. This is a FREE event. For more information please call the Associational Office at 246-5631 9 a.m.: The Jefferson United Methodist Women will have a Spring Cleaning Fling Sale in the social hall of the Jefferson United Methodist Church. While spring clean­ ing women are asked to bring useful household items, jew­ elry, tools, sporting goods and small items of furniture for the sale, No clothes will be offered. The salle will be in the social hall, rain or shine from 9 a.m. -1 p.m. 9 a.m.-12p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central during the Week of the Young Child CelebrationThis is another opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed cor­ rectly. 10 a.m.: Beaver Creek Christian Church will host its annual Ladies Prayer Retreat with special guest speaker Mary Lou Martin of Clemmons on "Let Go and Let God." Wear comfortable shoes for the communion prayer walk following the program. Lunch will be served after the walk. programs that we offer. 336982-2587 4 p.m.: El Dia de los Ninos celebration planned. El Dia de los Ninos, a Latino Celebration of Health and Safety will be held from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Agricultural Conference Center, 252 Poplar Grove Road, in Bonne, N.C. This event hopes to attract members of the Latino com­ munity and focuses on the entire family. Materials will be in Spanish and there will be inter­ preters available. There will be four stations: Safety within the home, which includes food safety, hand-washing, smoke detectors, heaters, and chang­ ing, filters; Respones to fires, which will include fire extin­ guishers, stop, drop and roll; Personal Safety, which will include 911 calls, strangers, kids ID, emergency; and First Aide and proper lifting. There will also be games for children, pupet shows, Myrtle the Turtle, door prizes, food and fun! The event is sponsored by the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Fam Safety Just 4 Kids, Safe Kids of N.C., Children's Council, Appalachian Regional Healthcare System, and the Boone Area Fire Department. 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School beginning on April 25-29. Their theme is Take the Plunge with Jesus". Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward Sexton will be teaching the adult class. For transporta­ tion call Howard Turnmire at 384-2140. For more informa­ tion call Barbara McCoy at 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and congregation invites everyone to attend. Sunday April 29 meet for about an hour at Ashe Memorial Hospital at 4 p.m. on Sundays, April 22 & 29 and May 6 & 20. All commu­ nity members are welcome to attend. For more information please call Vicki at 336-246- 2166. 6 p.m.: Laurel Springs Baptist Church, 7504 US Hwy 421, Deep Gap, NC will host a "Praise Sing" at the church. The singing will fea­ ture Clint Kimbrough on the organ, the Laurel Springs Baptist Church Choir, Maggie & Callie Idol, Standing Ground, Sierra Wilson, Shane Smith, the McKinney family (Scott, Vickie, Laura, Nathan, & William), Georgia Donour, Clay Hands (sign language group), Lauren 6 Nathan Jones on the piano, Pam Jones, and the Ashe County Associational Choir. A love offering will be taken for Relay for Life. 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School beginning on April 25-29. Their theme is Take the Plunge with Jesus". Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward Sexton will be teaching the adult class. For transportation call Howard Turnmire at 3842140. For more information call Barbara McCoy at 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and congrega­ tion invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: The Warrensville Community Sing will be held at the Helton United Methodist Church. 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. Monday April 30 White Hart Woods will be hosting the Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble April 26-29 with workshops th 26th & 27th and an Open House on the 28th with drumming, dancing and fabulous food by Jacky Brown. All are invited to come for an afternoon of great fun! 10-3. 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park Road, www.whitehartwoods. com 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeft Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invites everyone to join them. 10:30 a.m.: Pine Ridge Boys, a nationally known southern gospel group, in Concert at Mt. Paddy Church, 822 NC Hwy 88W, Jefferson N.C. A fel­ lowship meal will follow. Please come worship through the powerful voices of this group. 2 p.m.: Piano Recital of Miss Sharon Kellain's piano students at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Warrensville. Everyone is invit­ ed to attend! Auto • Home • Lift An Authorized Agent for 2 p.m.: Wildflower Hike. Wagoner Access Road. Join a Park Ranger for a one mile hike to identify the wildflowers in bloom. This program will last for about one hour. Free to the public. 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Fawn, tails and dew claws have been cut, have had all shots, parents on sight. Ready to go. $350. Call 336-957-7220 WWi For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rentsections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 Furnished 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment for rent, minutes from town. $525 monthly. Deposit required. 336246-7337. Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Frl. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am John Powers at e-mail: 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale Need Pianist/Organist please call Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 300Miscellaneous Little Classifieds... Gus (ID #42) is a 3-4 year old black lab mix. He's about 40 lbs in size and has shorter, squatter legs than a regular lab. Gus is a friendly guy who likes to give kisses. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more into or visit alleghany.petfinder.com PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 BIG RESULTS! 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Office and warehouse space 2,400 to 3,200 sq. ft. Office designed to tenants specifica­ tions. Off Beaver Creek School Rd. in West Jefferson city limits. 336-246-9612 460-Moblie Homes for Rent 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home, with oil heat. Located 3 miles north of Jefferson. Security deposit required. 336-982-5451 or 336-977-3614. ssific'ds 1115Professionals 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale House For Sale By Owner. 3 bedroom, approx. 1600 sq ft. heat pump, Monitor heater, new floor coverings and new paint. Located in Jefferson, NC. $155,000. Appointment only. Call 336-977-6242. 336-977-4460, 336-877-1000 336-846-9831 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Let FREEDOM HOMES be your 1st choicel Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. FOR HIRE 1195-Legals North Carolina Ashe County BOOK 00329 AT PAGE 2063 OF THE ASHE COUNTY REGISTRY NOTICE OF SALE Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphs at 336-982-5145 or email Take notice that on April 26, 2007, at 10 am on the premises of Smethport Storage and Kemp Storage located on Hwy 88 W in Smethport, North Caro­ lina we will offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash all of personal property located in Unit # 41, leased to Joshua Mahala, Unit # K3 (Kemp Storage) leased to Sherry Sullivan. For information, contact Carolina Mountain Properties and Rentals at 336-246-3010. This the 10th day of April. 2007. Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 Check Out the IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION FILE NO. 07 SP 35 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF LANSING SHELL and TEDDY L. EASTRIDGE and TAM­ MY R. EASTRIDGE TO DANIEL J. PARK, Trustee AS RECORDED IN Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Wilkes Community College Career Counselor Local Dealers 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale IT'S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem, Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu LEARN TO 530-Lots~& Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. For lease: 200 acres Ready now. nmvm ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • pasture land for cattle. Call 336-384-2612 for more 1090- Lawn Care make "Cents' Free quotes and fair rates. Wytheville, Virginia 336-877-5791 or Dollars 336-620-2122. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Want to join our health carc team? IMAGING Department. Shift Differential, Medicine at a reduced cost. To apply: Apply in person at Human Resources of LEGAL DESCRIPTION Wilkes Community College Director of Clinical Education (Respiratory Therapy) For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Wilkes Community College Director, Advance Materials Technology For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu PLEASANT PEOPLE FOR COOKS ALL SHIFTS! Management Opportunities Available APPLY IN PERSON 1-800-334-1203 www.alllancetractortrailer.com V No Phone Calls, Please! 146 North View Drive • Jefferson Homeinstead S E N I O R Benefits include: Competitive Salary, Pursuant to an Order of Superior Court and under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the abovereferenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements there­ in contained and, pur­ suant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by said deed of trust, the undersigned Trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of the said county at 11:30 A.M. on May 8, 2007 the following described real estate and any other improve­ ments which may be situated thereon, situat­ ed in ASHE County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: WANTED Now TAKING APPLICATIONS Lawn Mowing Service 'Cents make AMENDED NOTICE OESALE i/zZf information PRN Radiology Technician positions in our Wendy's in West Jefferson is NOW Hiring Dayshift and Nightshift Positions 1195-Legals C A R E Certified Nursing and Personal Care Assistants needed: Care for elderly in their homes. Assist with bathing, grooming, toileting, transfers, meal preparation, light housekeeping, med. reminders, transportation. Call: 336-838-4040 Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc. _ Come by and see Melissa or Bob to fill out an 200 Hospital Ave. • Jefferson, NC 28640, application at: 1380 Mount Jefferson Road in West Jefferson, NC online at: www.ashememorial.org or email to: hr@ashememorial.org Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community | A| EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Weekend Medical Technologist Wc are seeking a Full-time Medical Technologist for Friday/Saturday/Sundays 5:30pm to 6:30 am shift with an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technology Program), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (NCA, ASMT) or Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Margate Health and Rehab Center has the following positions available: Quality Assurance Coordinator - LPN Monday - Friday / Full Time Long Term Care Experience Preferred Technologist (AMT, HEW) or Medical Laboratory Activities Director Technician (MLT, ASCP, AMT, current CPR and Recreational Therapist or Activity Certification Required Long Term Care Experience Preferred previous computer experience preferred. Responsible for performing independently, without direct supervision, medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments and analysis to provide data for diagnosis and treatment. To apply: Apply on-line at www.ashememorial.org or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, or email to hr@ashcmemorial.org. Interested persons should send resume to: Administrator 540 Waugh Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 Phone: 336-246-5581 • Fax: 336-246-5997 Jefferson's Gateway to Extraordinary Living Come See the Difference! Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Home Care Director Hospice RN IT Systems Engineer Wc offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 PAGE 13 Classifieds 1195-Legals TRACT ONE. BEGINNING on an iron stake in center of the Odell Sullivan drive­ way, said iron stake being N 48 deg. 30' E, 15.7 feet from concrete form for sign, running with said driveway and a division line of the Odell Sullivan property, S 68 deg. 10' E, 76 4 feet to iron stake, which is N 21 deg. W 20 3 feet from North­ west corner of building, S 27 deg. 33' E. 63 2 feet to Blue Ridge Electric service pole which is 9 feet East of Southeast corner of building, thence leaving said driveway, S 25 deg. 46' W, 98 5 feet to iron stake, N 89 deg. 31' W. 68 5 feet to nail in center of Highway 194; thence with said highway, N 15 deg. 08' W, 164.2 feet with the Odell Sullivan line to nail in center of said highway; thence leav­ ing said highway, N 62 deg. 54' E, 70 4 feet to the BEGINNING iron stake, containing 0.44 acre, more or less. And being the same land described in and conveyed by that cer­ tain deed from Colvard Oil Company, Inc. to Junior Ray Eldreth and Jerry Lee Eldreth, dat­ ed 4 November 1981, and of record in Ashe County Public Registry In Book 132, at pages 215-216. There is also conveyed that same drainage easement as referred to in the aforemen­ tioned deed. TRACT TWO. BEING Lot. No. 46 of RIVERWOOD, as shown on a Plat of said subdivision of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Plat Book 4, at page 48, to which recorded Plat reference is hereby made for specific metes and bounds description of said lots. 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA CALDWELL COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION FILE NO. 07 CVD 622 28621 (336) 835-2166 Now is the time to list your business in the High Country Business Services. This is a highly visible spot and very affordable. Call Geraldine at 336846-7164 to list your business or for more information. is nothing to celebrate. rwim -e Grading Co. The Board of Aldennen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday. May 3. 2007 at 5:50 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoning ordinance of the Town of West Jefferson. Section 41 within Article IV of the WILBERT JUNIOR FRASHER, Defendant NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION Town of West Jefferson's Zoning Ordinance is requested All iypes of Grading b*4>agnoa«X Willi tog rancor, and nwe than 163,000 wt# dta — Please take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above entitled action. The na­ ture of the relief being sought is as follows: cancer kJer making e An micas NUMBER ONE Rut new tmatmontr. oHnr hope. This the 11th day of April 2007. Michael P. Baumberger Attorney for the Plaintiff 108 Mulberry Street, NW Post Office Box 1644 Lenoir, NC 28645 Ph: 828-754-2496 Onlv sl8,60! The Board of Aldennen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday. May 3, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this meeting is to receive comment on the voluntary annexation and initial zoning of Contact Robert Holman of the property owned by Samuel B. Church and Shirley Highway-Commercial (H-C) of the remaining (3.518 acres) A. Church (parcel # 19223-001-735). The annexation and Office • (828)963-4069 Cell'*(828)773-6736 zoning were requested by Samuel B. Church and Shirley A. Church in order to ensure the uses are consistent with the Highway-Commercial (H-C) zoning district. Fax • (828) 963-86 lO kingcanceraHlance.org JoWrfckirfr H t a t&e a l t&at f e it <§ April 17, 24, 5-01 Whether thev will be 5 or 50... let everyone know thev are having a birthday with a Jefferson Post it requested by the Town Planner in order to make Section 41 of the Zoning Ordinance more relevant to the NS District. No job too small or too lcirge! Join Lung Cancer Alliance in the Ikjlit against Ihis disease An absolute divorce from you based on twelve (12) months separation. You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than the 30th day of May, 2007, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. that an addition concerning the Neighborhood Service (NS) District's permitted signs be added. This action was Dirt & Gravel Hauling Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems* Basements Footers • Ponds Licensed & insured Free Estimates I hta yoar. ino»« thai> 172,000 prntwi TO: WILBERT JUNIOR FRASHER WW Daniel J. Park, Trustee Post Office Box 557 Elkin, North Carolina NUMBER ONE MARY MICHELLE FRASHER, Plaintiff, Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Eula G. Laurance, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all This conveyance is persons, firms and made subject to all corporations having restrictive covenants, claims against the easements and restric­ estate of said decedent tions of record affecting to exhibit them to my the title to said real attorney at 110 estate. Oakwood Dr., Suite 300, Winston-Salem, And being more 27103-1958, on or commonly known as: before the 24th day of 8434 Highway 194 N, July, 2007, or this Lansing, North Caroli­ notice will be pleaded na 28643. in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and The record owners of corporations indebted the property, as reflect­ to the said estate will ed on the records of please make immedi­ the Register of Deeds, ate payment to the are Teddy L. Eastridge undersigned. and Tammy R. Eastridge. This is the 24th day of April, 2007. The property to be offered pursuant to this Lucy L. Brown and notice of sale is being Joseph G. Laurance, offered for sale, trans­ Co-Executors for the fer and conveyance Estate of Eula G. "AS IS, WHERE IS". Laurance Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note Craige Brawley Liipfert secured by the deed & Walker. LLP of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being Published: April 24, foreclosed, nor the May 1.8 and 15, 2007. officers, directors, NOTICE TO attorneys, employees, CREDITORS agents or authorized representatives of qualified as either Trustee or the Having holder of the note Executor of the Estate make any representa­ of Hazel Dean Lyall tion or warranty relating Blevins, late of Ashe to the title or any County, North Carolina, physical, environmen­ this is to notify all tal, health or safety persons having claims conditions existing in, against said estate to on, at or relating to the present them to the property being offered undersigned at 245 N. for sale, and any and Oakwoods Trace, Wilall responsibilities or kesboro, NC, 28697, liabilities arising out of on or before the 3rd or in any way relating day of July, 2007, or will be to any such condition this Notice expressly are dis­ pleaded in bar to their claimed. This sale is recovery. All persons made subject to all indebted to the estate please make prior liens and encum­ will brances and unpaid immediate payment to taxes and assessments the undersigned. including but not limited to any transfer tax This the 29th day of associated with the March. 2007. foreclosure for paying, if any. A deposit of five Tony Allen Lyall percent (5%) of the Executor for the Estate amount of the bid or of Hazel Dean Lyall seven hundred fifty Blevins dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expira­ tion of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. The date of this Notice is April 17, 2007. TOWN OF WEST JEFFERSON PUBLIC HEARING Beinq KBMJOT KM?CM fflM A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gifl Subscription for... In Ashe County Name • $36.00 Address Seniors In Ashe Co. City. A Gifl from: Name State • $33.00 Out-of-County (All) • $46.50 �TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 PAGE 14 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Tips for using energy more efficiently Raleigh - Earth Day 2007 was Sunday, April 22, and the State Energy Office of the N.C. Department of Ad­ ministration reminds North Carolinians that using ener­ gy resources more efficiently can help preserve the envi­ ronment and save on energy costs. "Being more energy effi­ cient does not mean sacrific­ ing comfort or convenience," said Larry Shirley, direc­ tor of the State Energy Of­ fice. "There are many simple things a consumer can do for little or no money that will make a big impact on energy bills, sometimes even cutting those bills by nearly half." The State Energy Office of­ fers these no-cost tips for re­ ducing energy use this sum­ mer: •Use full washer loads when washing clothes or dishes, and use the air-dry­ ing cycle instead of the heatdrying cycle. When possible, avoid drying clothes during the hottest hours of the after­ noon. •Secure windows tightly to prevent air conditioning loss, and use shades and blinds to keep the sun out, especially on south-facing windows. •Use ceiling fans when a room is occupied. •Do not set your air condi­ tioner thermostat at a colder setting than normal when you turn on the unit. It will not cool your home any faster and, if you forget to change the setting, can result in ex­ cessive cooling and unneces­ ture of your water heater to the warm setting (120 de­ sary energy consumption. •Turn down the tempera­ grees). Place your gas water heater on "vacation" mode or turn off your electric water heater when you leave town ; for extended _ periods of time. Stop aggres* sive driving. You can im­ prove your gas - mileage by up , to five percent around town if • you avoid "jack-. rabbit" starts . and stops by anticipating traffic condi­ tions and driv­ ing gently. The follow­ ing low-cost measures can also help save money: •Consider installing a pro­ grammable thermostat. Set the thermostat to 76 degrees when your home is occupied and 85 degrees when it is un­ occupied. •Install or replace worn weather stripping on exterior doors, windows and attic en­ try doors. Install foam outlet gaskets on exterior walls. When replacing incan­ descent lights, choose com­ pact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs). They use 75 percent less energy, last 10 to 13 times longer and do not add to your home's cooling load as incan­ descent lights do. When replacing applianc­ es, consider ENERGY STAR products, which use 10 to 50 percent less energy and water than standard models. Additional energy-saving tips can be found on the State Energy Office website at www. energync.net/efficiency. a M T & L CoNsntucnoN Residential & Commercial • Home Remodels • New Construction • Replacement Windows • Tongue and Groove • Hang & Finish Sheetrock • Tile - Siding - Painting • Decks and Much More Owner - Tom Jarman Sr. Call 336-S46-S229 Total Lawn Care ^Mountain Field IMCJ Gxcaval & Hauling No JOB TOO SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work •Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds 'Ditching 'Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 VMobile: 336-977-1312j Appieseed Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Northwest ® Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" Herb Mckittrick F/ J ^ FREE ESTIMATES Call me for any projectl FREE ESTIMATES!! L & Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties SMALL BACKHOE J H Lawn Services Lot Maintenance ^ Minor Landscaping BBB TRIMMING BUSHIIOGGING Lawn Care, Inc. 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 TF . R R Y S A U N D E R S 336-982-4651 336-877-1014 V^TJ AND K HOME IMPROVEMENT^/ Thomas Reed - Owner Cell: 336-977-1455 « eoofim: GRASS CUTTING AND 336-246-3434 I ^6s*SPACE AVAILABLE Appalachian Roofing Co. ROOP'S ROOFING ONLY All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs $50 A MOUTH •10 -12 RUNS PER MONTH 1 PUBUSHEDTWICE A WEEK AND IN OUR TOTAL MARKET WEEKLY SHOPPER CALL GERALDINE TODAY AT 336-846-7164 T\l fpntpr !v tenter 'Samsung ,Pana8onic SLTDMK ZXJMTO" 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 Kjbsolulely Ihe BEST Prim1 Possible. JOE'S XV AND •J SATELLITE D R;. ; I JVC SALES & SERVICE 2ENITH TVS & HOME THEATRES AklAJ A ***,. 0' Asfle J County' \ J^%)for breafTy, p Authorized Technicians On Board JO Plus Years Experience 982-3335 Mountain Welding • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel Axlw County's ONLY Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder Tree Estimates 35 Years Experience Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 Shop located at: 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner 17 years Iexperience TT J ~ ELECTRICAL (jsr CtfAPHIC DESIGN • Loijos f A .vv • • Business Curds • Brochures .feiv ' Camera Readij Ads Deb Holder Cfline 336.977 2113 ^oone Grading Co., Inc. 24 Hour Weldlnn 8orvlco Portable Units lor (hMlto Winning MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES • Residential Pick up Service • $40.00 Quarterly • Special Pick up Service Available • Commercial • Residential • Customized No Job Too Small or Too Large! LICENSED &INSURED FREE ESTIMATES ATI. T YPES OF G RADING .DL-U, • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • Land Clearing • Road Building \ - SepticSystems • Basements • Footers &V* ——•I Industrial • Commercial • Residential 4 Z^obiuzaf <P OOLS ON WHEELS Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured „tl„ Office: 82K-9634069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 • Remodel Jobs • Deeks • Additions RJ CAIXE 3:16-977-2112 • Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4352 I �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2007 PAGE 15 COMMUNITY NEWS Conclusion: Looking ahead to our region's future (Editor's note: This is the third and final part of Michael Almond's March 27speech to the regional Workforce De­ velopment Board. Michael Almond serves as Special As­ sistant to the Chancellor for Economic Development, Ap­ palachian State University [since 2005] and became the director of the Appalachian Regional Development In­ stitute at Appalachian State University in 2006. ) Now, for the remaining minutes of this talk, I'm not going to talk about which particular components of economic development we should emphasize, whether it's recruitment, expansion and retention, or entrepreneurship. And I'm not talking about which economic sectors we should bet on, whether that means manufacturing, high tech, high finance, tour­ ism, or whatever. These are important issues, but for an­ other day. I'm talking about something bigger than all of that. I'm talking about a way of thinking about our future, a comprehensive approach to our economic future that will make us and keep us compet­ itive in the global economy. Such a strategy can have many moving parts, but, in my judgment, two elements are absolutely essential to our future success: and these are education and regional­ ism. Education From my earlier remarks, you can certainly appreci­ ate that I firmly believe that education is the key to every­ thing. And this means educa­ tion at every level, from K-12, to the community colleges, to the universities in our region, earlier on, I described you all as a core leadership group for the High Country's future, among us today are repre­ sentatives of local schools, regional community colleges, and, I'm proud to say, several colleagues from Appalachian State University. As educa­ tors, we have a lot of work to do, and time is short. At Appalachian State Uni­ versity I have the honor to work with Chancellor Pea­ cock and his administration on a new UNC systemwide push to make our public uni­ versities more relevant in the real world of economic and community development. Our institutional duty and respon­ sibility are clear, and chancel­ lor peacock is determined that asu will do its part in seeing to it that the taxpayers of the High Country realize a real and tangible return on their investment in higher educa­ tion. I invite you to join us on campus on Monday, June 11 for our applachian regional development institute leader­ ship summit, this year focus­ ing on the theme "Doing our Part: the Role of North Caro­ lina's Rural Public Universi­ ties in Economic Transforma­ tion." Go to www.ardisummit. com. Chancellors from all five UNC campuses located in rural counties will join other distinguished speakers to discuss how our public uni­ versities can contribute more to the growth and prosperity of rural North Carolina. I'd like to say a lot more about education, but I simply don't have the time. ball rivalries throughout the High Country. But the economic impera­ tive of globalization is plain: no single town, county, or community in our region has the assets or resources to go it alone in the global econ­ omy. But it is just as clear that, when we act collectively, when we combine our assets and resources, when we act as a unified team, we in the High Country can be com­ petitive, we can be a player on the global stage, we can be an economic force to be reck­ oned with. Together, we can together accomplish more for the benefit of all of us than can be achieved for the ben­ efit of any of us acting alone. Even the great state of Mecklenburg and the Re­ search Triangle have learned that regional cooperation is the key to future success, and we need to learn from their example. The lesson is simple: regionalism works. There are both safety and opportunity in numbers; the whole is in­ deed greater than the sum of its parts; a fist is more power­ ful than a handful of fingers. Regionalism is good strat­ egy, because regionalism works. But what, precisely, does regionalism mean, what does regionalism demand of us, at the local level, in the cities, small towns, and ru­ ral communities of the High Country? Regionalism Let me close with an ap­ peal for greater regional thinking among High Coun­ try political and community leaders. And here I am speak­ ing primarily to the economic and workforce development folks in the room. Many of you, particularly our friends from Advantage West, are already fully indoctrinated about regionalism, and I know I am preaching to the choir with you. But over the years, I have come to believe that regional cooperation and colllaboration is the only sen­ sible economic development strategy for our small, rural, and economically distressed counties in the High Country. Now I am not naive. I know that mountain folk, like their volunteer fire de­ partments, are by nature clannish, fiercely proud, in­ dependent, and self-reliant. I understand the power and emotion of Friday night foot­ •First, a regional identity, meaning a sense of place, a state of mind, a concept of the region itself as something more and larger than individ­ ual counties or communities. •Second, a regional con­ sensus, meaning a shared confidence throughout the region that local leadership is truly dedicated to the greater good of the region. While com­ munity differences and diver­ sities will and should remain, everyone in the region must share a common purpose and goal to bring greater success and prosperity to everywhere in the region, in other words, there must be a sense of re­ gional trust. •And third, regional com­ mitment, meaning dedication to the principle that success anywhere in the region ben­ efits people everywhere in the region. Sure, different counties and communities will continue to compete for business, but once the deci­ sion is made, the region must close ranks and celebrate the victory. • In his first inaugural ad­ dress, North Carolina Gov­ ernor Mike Easley made a simple statement that was at once profound and inspiring when he said, "North Caro­ lina has everything it needs to be great." As it turns out, I believe that governor eas­ ley was right, and that the future will prove him right, even though his first term was mostly spent trying to convince people that "North Carolina has everything it needs to survive." We're going to be OK. •And when it comes to regionalism, remember the words of the 2005 High Coun­ try State of the Workforce report when they concluded that "all the ingredients for stronger regional cooperation and marketing are in place in the High Country. They need to be thought about and mo­ bilized differently." Amen. •Or, to paraphrase the Revolutionary War patriot Benjamin Franklin, "We must all hang together or assuredly we shall all hang separately." So, to summarize, here's what we in the High Country need to do to compete success­ fully in the 21st century: •Honestly identify and evaluate our state's and olir region's strengths and weak­ nesses, our assets and re­ sources; •Think globally and stra­ tegically; understand the fu­ ture and plan for it; and •Prepare and execute a re­ gional economic development strategy driven by (1) educa­ tion at all levels, and (2) re­ gional thinking and regional action. You've been a very patient and understanding audience, and I want to thank you all for your time and attention. Report from Raleigh: an update from Rep. Tarleton by Rep. Cullie Tarleton N.C. House Special to the Post The House education bud­ get subcommittee has agreed with the Senate on a nearly $11 billion budget proposal. The draft offers about $114 million less than what Gov. Mike Easley wants. Budget writers in both chambers hope that more money will be avail­ able for education after the budget and finance packages are refined. "House education leaders moved quickly this week to start work on an initiative to improve the state's high school graduation rate, holding an informational session with educators, business people and leaders of community groups. As I have previously men­ tioned, this is something I'm Public Safety very interested in. Meanwhile, Attorney General Roy Coo­ budget writers neared agree­ per and the state's higher ment on nn education package. education leaders announced OuLside of our chamber, our Wednesday they will review state's top law enforcement campus safety as a result of officer, Attorney General Roy the 33 shooting deaths earlier Cooper, and state education this week at Virginia Tech. Erleaders have started a review skine Bowles, president of the of campus safety in the wake of 16-campus University of North the massacre at Virginia Tech. Carolina system, said the sys­ We wish them well and pledge tem had already planned to to help protect our college stu­ limit access to dorms and in­ dents in any way we can. Our stall more cameras on its cam­ thoughts and prayers go out to puses. The crime rate on UNC all the families affected by the campuses is one-sixth the crime senseless killings at Virginia rate of the entire state, he said. Tech. Cooper's task force will study Thank you as always for lock-down procedures, how to allowing me to share this in­ improve communication with formation with you and please students and ways to better let me know if I can be of any identify potential lawbreakers. service, culliet@ncleg.net. I'm grateful to these leaders Education for their prompt action. Education, community and Health * business leaders gathered A revised bill (H259) to re­ this week to help provide the strict smoking in North Caro­ House Education Subcommit­ lina has again cleared Com­ tee on Pre-School, Elementary mittee, this time without the and Secondary Education with proposed ban on smoking at some guidance as it begins a businesses that some lawmak­ new initiative to improve the ers opposed. The latest ver­ state's graduation rate. How­ sion of the bill would prohibit ard Lee, chairman of the State smoking in restaurants and Board of Education, State Su­ lodging facilities statewide perintendent of Public Instruc­ and allow local governments tion June Atkinson, as well as to impose stricter regulations the presidents of Communities for other businesses. Existing in Schools, the North Carolina law doesn't allow local govern­ Association of Educators and ments to enact anti-smoking the N.C. Society of Hispanic rules more restrictive than Professionals and representa­ state regulations. The revised tives from the Hunt Institute, bill will come to the floor for a the N.C. Justice Center and vote next week. I support this SAS attended the hearing, bill. along with Speaker Joe Hack­ The House unanimously ney, House Majority Leader approved a bill (H267) Mon­ Hugh Holliman and other law­ day that would outlaw the use makers. I was able to attend a or possession of alcohol inhal­ portion of this important meet­ ers. Violating the proposed ing. Each of the presenters law would be a Class 1 mis­ agreed that the state needed to demeanor. The devices vapor­ use a multi-faceted approach ize distilled alcohol and mix it and increase community in­ with oxygen, allowing it to be volvement if it wanted to ad­ breathed rather than drank. dress the needs of students at The process allows alcohol to risk of dropping out of school. enter the bloodstream quicker. The next step in the initiative Seventeen other states have is to hold two public hearings - banned the devices. I co-spon­ one in Raleigh and one in Dur- sored this bill and support it am, where local community fully. I can't believe that any saders administrators, teach­ business would want to make ers, parents, and students are such devices available to our xpected to share their con- young people. The Senate also and ideas about how to has passed a version of the luce the dropout rate. The bill. 'ouse is expected to approve Military egislation this session, posService members and small ibly to create pilot programs businesses would benefit from ising some of the ideas gath- a proposal recently introduced red at the hearings and from in the House. The bill (H1499) ducators. I would appreciate would offer small businesses earing from parents, stu- - those with 25 or fewer em­ ents, teachers and others if ployees - tax credits for em­ ou have input for this critical ploying reservists or National roblem. Please email me your Guardsmen who are called to houghts and ideas. active duty. The credits would help pay the cost of training people to replace the deployed service members and also the cost of reintegrating return­ ing soldiers into the company's work force. I support this bill. We still have a supply of 2007 North Carolina maps available. If you'd like one, please email me at culliet@ ncleg.net. This was another very busy week with most committees working on budget matters. Following are a few bills I ei­ ther introduced or co-spon­ sored this week: House Bill 1499- Small business tax credit-Military call-up House Bill 1621- 3rd Assault on Law Officer/Felony Offense House Bill 1696- Sex Of­ fender Report County to Coun­ ty Move House Bill 1703- Study In­ hibitors in Meth Production House Bill 1720- Honor North Carolina National Guard House Bill 1802- Battery on a Police Officer/Felony Thank you for the privilege of serving you in the North Carolina House. Get your pit crew ready for the Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOR PRIZES! THIS WEEK'S BONUS TOTAL Pick the winner of the race & win $20! ... Pick the top three finishers & win the bonus! m m m m *U til ess Won in Previous Race Official Jefferson Post / NASCAR Pit Stop for Prizes Race Aaron's Entry Form #99 Talladega Superspeedway 4-29-07 Race Winner i 2nd Place 3rd Place Your Name Your Address. City State .Zip. Phone # TIE BREAKER: (Please guess the average speed of the race winner in miles per hour) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson PIT 9T0P FOP PRIZEi RULE* 1. 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries (or that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win A. RACE WINNER - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer cor­ rectly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the $20. B. BONUS POINTS - Pick the top three drivers in order of finish and you win the bonus. The bonus amount starts at $20. If nobody wins the bonus for that particular race, then that amount rolls over to the next race, in addition to the $20 added already. In the event of a tie, the person guessing clos­ est to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the bonus points.* 5. All entries must be received in the office of the Jefferson Post no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. 6. In the event no one picks the correct winner of the race, the $20 amount for that race will also be added to the bonus points total for the next race. *Bon Contest is made treat sponsors befoco. Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 AN AMERICAN West Jefferson, l\C •336-846-4636 • www.parkertie.doitbest.com H • Jeep • uouge W SXT4x2 THE P l a c e t o King of the Mountain New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 L (336)246-2611 ww.wjchevy.net PRMMDE1 EilTlrlllb Chrysler )anl ioa. 'arKer 1 le Company Inc. WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET REVOLUTION No Purchase Necessary lo Win >unl subject to change based on prior contest. wilkesboro, NC $13,888 866-380-2458 Win! |CCS, MJS* Inc. @ Y A M A H A of Jefferson Be sure to watch the flamns #99 on Sunday, April 29^ and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, May 4& edition for the winner information on this race. �PAGE 16 TUESDAY, APRIL 24,2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Edge traps pose serious threats to motorcycle riders Just when I thought spring was here Mother Nature has other ideas. As I write this article it is seventy degrees. This weekend I'm teaching a Motorcycle Safety Foun­ dation (MSF) Basic Riders Course (BRC) and Ray is call­ ing for snow. I'll let you know how that turns out. Last month we talked about rider training and why it is so im­ portant. This month I want to discuss a subject that while discussed in rider courses you might not be aware of. That subject is edge traps. We encounter edge traps every day in our automobiles and never think twice about it. On a motorcycle it can be a very dangerous situation. An edge trap is a change in the road surface that may catch the tire of a motorcycle and cause it to suddenly go in a direction the rider had not intended, sometimes with catastrophic results. Some of the more common types of edge traps are railroad cross­ ing, steel plating used in construction, changes in the height of road surfaces from one lane to the next due to paving, and to a lesser degree rain groves and bridge grat­ ing. We don't see a lot of rail­ road crossings here in the High Country, but they are common off the mountain. Railroad crossings have a space between the track and the pavement; it's this space that causes the problem. Cit­ ies with a subway system or light rail can be particularly problematic. It is possible for the inattentive rider to at­ tempt to cross a set of tracks at a very narrow angle and allow the front tire to fall into this space between the track and the pavement. This will result in either the mo­ torcycle coming to an imme­ diate stop if the gap is very tight or at least an abrupt change in direction that fol­ lows the tracks. Either way it could result in the rider being thrown from the bike or the bike could be hit by another vehicle when the change in direction causes it to violate another operator's right of way with no warning. Should the motorcycle come to an abrupt stop the rider could be thrown into the roadway, (hope you have your helmet on), or a following ve­ hicle could collide with the stopped motorcycle. Either result is not good. Addition­ ally, the steel tracks are very slick making it even easier for the tire to slide along the track and into the trap. In construction sites work­ ers will place steel plates over trenches allowing traffic to pass without having to fill the trench. These plates often are ill-fitting leaving a space between plates or at least a change in surface height between plates. Neither of these will cause a problem for an automobile but can be wobble in the steering. The the situation will allow; oth­ deadly to a motorcyclist. It is same problem may be en­ erwise maintain your speed possible for the front tire to countered on the open grat­ and move to the opposite fall into a gap between plates ing on some bridges. Either side of your lane. When you or to follow along the raised way the low speed wobble are ready, put weight on the edge of a plate in a direction can be very disconcerting to foot pegs and use your legs the rider did not intend. Like the new rider. to take up the shock. Steer the railroad tracks the re­ If, when crossing a bridge up onto the higher lane at as sults can be catastrophic. with open grating or encoun­ close to a 90-degree angle as One of the most common tering rain groves, the motor­ the situation will allow. Don't edge traps is created when a cycle begins to wobble, relax. be timid; you want the mo­ road is repaved. When only That's right, relax. Lighten mentum of the bike to carry half of the road is paved there your grip on the bars and let you up and onto the new lane will be a change in the height it wobble. We aren't talking a in a single brisk movement. of the road surface from one side-to-side high speed tank Any attempt to move to the lane to the next. This change slapper but a slow wobble. new lane by easing it up one may be as much as four or The motorcycle should re­ wheel at a time will likely re­ five inches. The greater, the main on its intended path of sult in a loss of control. change the more dangerous travel and as soon as the ob­ When encountering steel it becomes: When attempt­ stacle has passed, the wobble plates in the roadway slow ing to change lanes the front goes away. Don't grip the bars as much as the situation tire may run along the edge with all your strength and at­ will allow before reaching of the new pavement or the tempt to hold it straight. As the plates. Move either left front tire may climb up onto long as the bike continues or right in your lane allow­ the higher lane while the in the desired direction let it ing you steer into the plates rear attempts to stay in the wobble. crossing at a 90-degree angle lower lane. Either situation When traveling in a con­ to any gaps that might exist. will likely result in giving a struction area and you find The plates will be extremely rider the opportunity to see you must crossover to a lane slick so straighten the bike how effective his protective that is several inches higher, and cross the plates with clothing really is. there are some things you a neutral throttle and no The last category isn't re­ want to do. Slow somewhat if brakes allowing the bike to ally an edge trap but it can cause some riders a con­ trol problem: These are rain groves and bridge gratings. Rain groves are often cut into the pavement to im­ prove drainage and lessen the chances of hydroplaning. They are normally cut paral­ lel to the direction of travel. When a motorcyclist encoun­ ters rain groves the result will usually be a low speed glide across. Try not to make any steering or braking ac­ tions while on the plates. Railroad tracks are crossed in much the same manner. Again, move the bike within your lane to al­ low for a change in the angle at which the tracks will be crossed. Complete all steer­ ing and braking inputs prior to encountering the tracks and let the bike glide across. If it looks like a very uneven crossing, get the weight up on the pegs and use the legs like shock absorbers. Remem­ ber the tracks will be slick so don't be surprised if that front tire skips just a little. Did I mention that it did indeed snow the weekend I was teaching in Lenoir. Low that morning was 27. In spite of the weather we had ex­ cellent students and a great class. Since then the weather has made a major turn for the better, we even taught a class at Ashe County High School in shirtsleeves. Riding season has arrived. Pinewood Derby best in show Kellam Allen of Pack 882, age 8 won First Place - Best in Show locally at Bridle Creek and won First Place - Best in show -Districts Pinewood Derby in Chillhowie Va. over the other 480 contestants. His parents, John and Tena Allen of Volney Va. are very proud of him, as are his grandparents, Patsy Allen of Creston, and Bill and Charlsie Rhinehart of Volney, Va. Above is Kellam accepting his trophy and badge, and to the right is his winning car. Blue Ridge wins Batde of the Books Blue Ridge Elementary School took top honors win­ ning first place in the 2007 Ashe County Battle of the Books Competition. Excite­ ment was in the air at Ashe County High School on Thurs­ day, March 8, when five teams of sixth, seventh and eighth graders from Ashe County Middle, Blue Ridge, Mountain View, and Westwood Elemen­ tary Schools faced one anoth­ er in this quiz-bowl competi­ tion. Team members, some of whom had begun preparing last summer, read from a list of 27 books. Most were fiction titles dealing with suspense, mystery, adventure, fantasy, school issues, family life, sci­ ence fiction and humor. One non-fiction title involved brain injury and anatomy. In preparation for this event, Blue Ridge students met daily during their lunch period and, in the final weeks, once or twice afler school, where questions about the books were asked and stu­ dents responded with the correct book title and au­ thor. Members also designed their own team BOB t-shirt. Students on the Blue Ridge Team included Laken Brooks, Alex Latham, Justin Scarbor­ ough, Travis Stanley, Amber Wilson, James Wheeler and Lucas Zeller. Judy Tedford, media specialist, and Dianne Eldreth, AIG teacher coached the team. Competition was very stiff and scores at the end of the match were extremely close. It was evident that all the teams had read and worked very hard to prepare for this match. "Battle of the Books is all about reading great books and teamwork. Our team was very focused, read the books, con­ centrated during practice, and showed respect and friendship for each other throughout ev­ ery practice," Tedford said. For their efforts, they received the BOB traveling trophy, which will be displayed at Blue Ridge until next year's competition. The team will also compete at the N.C. Regional Competition in Boone later this spring. TU -ESDflV, (114 V 1. 2007 C - 9:30 p.m. fluu civic am* Tfiese animals are available for adoption. Marley is a lab mix These precious Sauigly is a Maine of appx. 9 mos with pups are huskle Coon Mix w/beautiful cat who Is very sweet beautiful brown and and shepherd mix colors. She is 4 mos and friendly. He en|qys white markings. He of 8 wks. Thty are old and loves pets loves people, kids and socialized and cuddly and ear cuddling. She other dogs and would with 2 more sibblings also has 4 siblings and gets along well with love a playmate. also available. available for adoption. other cats. Two Is a young adult male the outdoors, and loves attention. He would make a wonderful companion, Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com Tickets can be purchased at: Libby's • Mark of Eden • Jefferson Post ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TO THE ASHE COUNTY LITTLE LEAGUE � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 33 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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On April 20, Deputy Philip Moody of the Ashe County Sheriff's Office arrested Col­ leen Elizabeth Bower, 38, after an investigation into a domestic dispute. She was charged with assault with a deadly weapon, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of a Schedule III controlled substance. At the same time, the re­ sults of the two-month inves­ tigation resulted in the follow­ ing charges against Bower: •One count of maintaining Photo courtesy of Ashe Sheriff's Office Colleen Elizabeth Bowers Are you 'Fit as a Fiddle'? a vehicle for purposes of sell­ ing and keeping narcotics; •One count of maintaining a dwelling for the purposes of selling and keeping narcot­ ics; •Two counts of trafficking by sale opium; •Two counts of trafficking by possession opium. At the time of her arrest, Bower was serving 36 months of probation, following her conviction last July of assault with a deadly weapon inflict­ ing serious injury. Sheriff James Williams said Bower is alleged to have been dealing in prescription drugs. At press time, she was be­ ing held under $30,000 se­ cured bond. life of service by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Have you noticed all the people walking around Ashe County this spring? It's not just the nice weather bringing them out of their homes and offices. It's a hugely success­ ful participation in the "Fit as a Fiddle" West Jefferson Busi­ ness Fitness Challenge. This month-long campaign kicked off last Saturday as walkers gathered at the Ashe County Arts Center and be­ gan their efforts to improve fitness through walking. The event also showcased the town's new Locomotion Trail along the sidewalks with original artwork embedded at specific points along the path. Mayor Dale Baldwin of­ fered opening remarks, not­ ing the beginning of this proj­ ect four years ago. One mile is Post photo by Linda Burchette Dr. Dean C. Jones Jr. and Medical Technician Edith Blevins, who has worked with three generations of the Doc Jones family, are both retiring at the end of the month. A reception is planned Sunday, May 6 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. «a Post photo by Linda Burchette Mayor Dale Baldwin watches as Stephen Shoemaker, center, and Steve Lewis combine their artistic talents to offer a train whistle start to last weekend s kick off for "Fit as a Fiddle" West Jefferson Business Fitness Challenge. done now, he said, and hopes are to extend the sidewalks from West Jefferson to Ashe Memorial Hospital in Jeffer­ son. "And by the time you get there, you can check in," the mayor said, drawing laughs from the crowd gathered around. He also praised AMH Outreach Coordinator and Ashe County Health Council Chair Nancy Kautz whose untiring efforts began this project and continues to en­ sure its success. "We couldn't have done it without Nancy," Mayor Bald­ win said. West Jefferson Alderman and train artist Stephen Shoemaker joined with na­ tionally acclaimed musician Steve Lewis to blow a start whistle on handmade train whistles to launch the walk­ ers on the Locomotion Trail. Music for the event was pro­ vided by Steve Lewis, AmanSee Trail, page 5A A lifetime of dedication to the com­ munity's good health comes to a close next week as Dr. Dean C. Jones Jr. re­ tires from the medical field. He leaves behind 44 years of caring compassion and a son, Dr. Charles Jones, and per­ haps grandchildren and great grand­ children continuing a family tradition begun a century ago. "Doc" Jones always knew he wanted to be a doctor, like his father, Dean C. Jones Sr., and grandfather, Arthur Lee "Bud" Jones, before him. "I never considered another career," he said. "I was always around looking to see what was going on. I was never scared of blood or injuries that are al­ ways associated with being a doctor." His skill and caring made him a first class surgeon known to so many in the community. "My very first memory, I was 3 may­ be 4 years old, and we lived upstairs in a private home north of Lansing. My dad had an office in Lansing. He went to Philadelphia to get training in prep­ aration for the opening of the hospital here. There was this racket and a man came in. He was put on the floor near Photo courtesy of Ashe Memorial HospiU the fire, and bandaged up and sent The future Dr. Jones (left), with his parents on the SeeJones, page 5A front steps of the old hospital. First vines planted at Lansing winery by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe County joins the wine country with the planting of a demonstration vineyard by New River Winery in Lan­ sing. Shareholders and mem­ bers spent this past Sunday afternoon planting 35 vines of Seyval Blanc, a white wine grape, at what they named the "Old School Vineyard" at the former Lansing School. Mike and Deborah Lewis are the vineyard managers and plan to use organic prac­ tices. The Seyval Blanc is a French hybrid, designed to be cold hardy with a short sea­ son ripening, explained New River Winery chief winemaker and board chairman Dr. Dan Strickland. Once mature in about three years, the lit­ tle vineyard should produce about five cases of wine. Strickland said the demon­ stration vineyard will not only produce wine but allow visi­ tors to see the process from start to finish. Renovations are going on at the old school to establish the winery and open a wine shop and tasting Contact Us 5y mail: [efferson Post >0. Box 808 V. Jefferson, NC 28694 iy phone or fax: >h. 336-846-7164 rax 336 846-7165 Jy e-mail: idvertising^jeffereonpost.com irculation@jeffereonpo8t.com la8sified@jeffereonpost.com "ditorial@jeffereonpost.com bar. So visitors will see how the grapes are grown and the wine produced from those grapes, and they will be able to taste the results. Hopes are to attract a restaurant to the old school to be located next to the wine shop. New River Winery opened in Lansing last August with temporary headquarters in a downtown storefront while renovations take place at the old school. The shareholders celebrated their second an­ nual meeting Saturday at Jefferson Landing. Strickland welcomed the members and gave a brief up­ date on the wines being pro­ duced. New River Winery opened with three varieties of wine: Bohemia Red and Bohemia White, named for the outlet where they are currently be­ ing sold, Bohemia Gallery and Coffee Shop in downtown West Jefferson; and Back Porch Blueberry, featuring lo­ cal berries. Two others have recently been added: Hell­ bender Red, named for a large salamander said to inhabit New RiverWinery members planted a demonstration vineyard Sunday at the old Lansing School, future home of the winery. Planting the first vine are members, from left: Mike Lewis, Dr. Dan Strickland, Joe Martin and Haskell McGuire. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,325 U.S. service people killed (as of 4/25) 24,912 U.S. service people wounded (as of 4/25) the local creeks; and Viognier, a white wine. Big Laurel Blush, plus a blackberry wine and one made from grapes and apples yet to be named, are soon to be produced. The first bottle of Bohemia Red was presented last July to Karen Strickland on behalf of her husband, whose long­ time dream to create a winery in Ashe County came to frui­ tion with New River Winery. Strickland has been mak­ ing wine for about 30 years, the last 13 in Ashe County. He grows about 20 differ­ ent varieties of grapes on about two acres. His passion is shared by New River Win­ ery member Amanda Gentry, growing wine grapes of her own on about two acres along J.E. Gentry Road. She is also planning to produce blueber­ ries for the winery. At the meeting on Satur­ day, New River Winery Sec­ retary and Legal Counsel Joe Martin presented Presi­ dent Haskell McGuire with a framed print of artist Stephen Shoemaker's label for Back Porch Blueberry and the first Author to sign at Skyland Books Frances Garrett Baumgardner, a trained nuree, spent 35 years as a minister's wife dealing with crisis situations including her own daughter's illnesses and the illness and death of her husband. Out of these experiences came a book that pro­ vides concrete ways that medical professionals, clergy and church members can improve how they support people in crisis. Baumgardner will be signing her book, "Surviv­ ing Illness and Death: Suggestions for Medicine and Ministry," at Skyland Books and Gifts Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. dollar made by the winery (and signed by Shoemaker). McGuire noted how the community has accepted the winery and supported its ef­ forts, with several businesses wanting to buy more wine than can currently be pro­ duced. "We've been very success­ ful the past year, and we're working on expanding our production," McGuire said. "It's been a steep learning curve for the members, but we have learned we can make good wine and we can sell those wines." Along with Bohemia, Jef­ ferson Landing and Ashe County Cheese are among the first retail outlets to sell wines from New River Win­ ery, and Jefferson Landing is the first restaurant to serve this wine. Future plans call for wine sales at additional local establishments such as restaurants and boutique wine shops as well as whole­ sale distribution. The winery also plans to enter its wines in competition to help estabSee Winery, page 5A By taking an unusual look at the people involved in the care of ones with chronic illness, the book gives insight into emotions not often expressed or admitted by family members and caregivers. It examines what would have helped the author in the midst of her own crises and how her church could have helped her. In so doing, the book offers readers grappling with simi­ lar problems a method for how to handle them - not only in illness and death, but also in life in general. Says Baumgardner, "This book will better equip the religious and medical community to support families in crisis and give people experiencing illness and death in their family permission to express their emotions." �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Make it a safe summer with Safe Kids N.C. RALEIGH—The tem­ perature isn't the only thing rising during North Caroli­ na's warm summer months — childhood injuries and deaths also peak during this time of year. In fact, North Carolina's summertime unin­ tentional injuries and deaths among children are above the national average. During Safe Kids Week 2007, April 28-May 5, Safe Kids North Carolina (SKNC) and Insur­ ance Commissioner Jim Long remind parents and children of the importance of playing safe this summer. Commissioner Long, who Heritage Area funding announced also serves as state chair of SKNC, joins SKNC chapters and coalitions across the state in reminding parents and caregivers of the safety tips that go along with the summer months. "With more time on their hands and nicer weather keeping them out­ doors more often, it's no won­ der that our children suffer more injuries and deaths in the summertime," explains Commissioner Long. "The U important thing about these injuries and deaths is that they are almost always pre­ ventable." To make it a Safe Kids Summer, keep the following safety tips in mind: Ride Safe! •Make sure your kids are buckled into the appropriate child safety seat or safety belt for their age and size. •Kids should always ride in the back seat. Swim Safe! •Always supervise young children near water, includ­ ing pools, spas, toilets, bath­ tubs and buckets. •Insist your children wear personal flotation devices when out on boats, near open bodies of water or participat­ ing in water sports. Wheel Safe! •Make sure your kids wear properly fitting helmets and other protective gear every time they ride their bikes, scooters, inline skates or skateboards. •Teach your children the rules of the road and prac­ tice obeying traffic laws with them. Play Safe! •Always supervise your children at playgrounds or in the backyard. Make sure they play on a safe surface, such as mulch, rubber or fine sand. •Make sure your kids wear the right, properly fitted pro­ tective gear when they prac­ tice and play team sports. Learn more about Safe Kids North Carolina and ways to keep your kids safe by visiting www.ncsafekids. org. The local event is: Ashe & Alleghany — April 28,9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Ashe Family Cen­ tral. Car seat check. For more information contact Vickie Young, 336-246-3940. 10'basket Annual Hanging Baskets #90639 _ Mr.K. Lduie's 6-Pack FLETCHER—Congress­ man Heath Shuler announced today that Western North Carolina's Blue Ridge Nation­ al Heritage Area (BRNHA) has received a federal appro­ priation of $748,955 for 2007. The BRNHA's appropriation was the third largest amount allocated to any of the 24 Na­ tional Heritage Areas which received federal funding this year. Let's Build Something Together (27* per plant) Assorted Annuals #93394 TuRB liMr-bni Ml W LOWER PRICE I was •390 only $15 per month1 Four Burner Gas Grill •50,000 BTUs *780 sq. in. cooking area #242267 ' 2-Pack $288was S388 Wells Lamont® Men's Work Gloves #184238 f rnQ PROPANE EXCHANGE +f ree ASSEMBLY Free propane exchange with the purchase ot any fiffl- size gas gnll. Requires the exchange of an empty 20lb. tank, or the purchase of a new tank (#28271). Offer valid 4/28/07-4/29/07. See store for details U.S. Rep Heath Shuler "These funds will enable the Blue Ridge National Heri­ tage Area and its partners to continue the work they have been doing to preserve the heritage of our mountains while stimulating the econ­ omy of the region," Shuler said. "In the past three years the BRNHA has brought two times the amount of its fed­ eral appropriations into West­ ern North Carolina through matching funds. It has proven to be a good investment for our people." BRNHA Board Chair Jan­ ice Brumit noted that the fed­ eral money will come at an opportune time. "We have ad­ opted a really ambitious plan of work for the coming year, and we are excited that we have received an adequate ap­ propriation to enable us to go forward with it. We think this appropriation is an acknowl­ edgment that we have been doing a good job, and we in­ tend to continue doing that." Over the past three years BRNHA has awarded almost $1 million in grants, mostly to non-profit corporations, which have been matched by more than $2.7 million in non-federal funds. According to BRNHA Executive Direc­ tor Penn Dameron, some of the Heritage Area's major projects for 2007 will involve the new Blue Ridge Parkway Destination Center, which is scheduled to be completed this summer. "We have entered into an agreement with the Blue Ridge Parkway to pro­ vide some very sophisticated equipment for the Destina­ tion Center. We will purchase a 22-foot long interactive map of the Parkway, known as the T-Wall,' which features a tele­ vision screen that slides along the map to highlight special places and attractions. We will also provide computer kiosks which will enable visitors to purchase tickets to attractions all over the region. " BRNHA will also provide some staff­ ing for the Destination Center and will pay a portion of the cost of utilities for the build­ ing, Dameron said. . The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area consists of the 25 westernmost counties of North Carolina. 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He was born on April 13, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed nine pounds and three ounces. Laura and Derek McClure of Lansing are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Sarah Elizabeth McClure. She was born on April 14, 2007 at Watauga Medi­ cal Center. She weighed six pounds and thirteen ounces. Lauren and Jonathan Taylor of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Mackenzie Sage Taylor. She was born at Watauga Medical Center on April 17, 2007. She weighed four pounds and thirteen ounces. Candace and Jordan Row­ an of Fleetwood are proud to announce the birth of their son, Joseph Rowan. He was born oh April 17, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed seven pounds and nine ounces. David & Barbara Thomas www.thomashometeam.com Realty Group (336) 877-3535 - Ashe 866-652-1990 - Toll Free OPEN HOUSE LIBERTY LANDING: 1 of 3 Custom Built Homes in a beautiful wooded setting: This home features hw floors, A/C. stone FP, vaulted ceilings. 3BR/2RA, 2 car attached garage bonus room above, great Kitchen, main level living w/back patio deck & rocking chair front porch, hardiplank exterior, only I mile u> New River, close toJeffersons & Boone, landscaped, ready for immediate move in. $399,000. MLS#G0577 Wyatt and Guenther to be wed Ray Wyatt of West Jef­ ferson and Toni Marley of Jefferson are proud to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Sierra Wy­ att, to Matthew K. Guenther, the son of Keith and Sharon Guenther, of Wilkesboro. Matthew graduated from Wilkes Central High School in 2001. He received his as­ sociates' degree in art in 2003 from Wilkes Community Col­ lege. He is currently self-em­ ployed. Sierra graduated from Ashe County High School in 2004. The couple plans to be wed in Wilkesboro on October 27, 2007 at 2 p.m. NEW CUSTOM BUILT HOME: 178 Star Drive, LIBERTY LANDING: Nesded amongthe talloaks along die New River Valley is a wonderful resi­ dential community known as LIBERTY IANDING. Laurel Mountain Builders has iust completed con­ struction of litis beautiful, quality 3BR/2BA home w/2-car garage. Stone FP, hw floors & vaulted ceilings compliment the main living area. Bonus room upstairs. A must Call today! $429,000. MLS#63900 NEWLY BUILT WITH WOODED VIEWS: 3BR/2BA modular on 1.083 acre lot w/soulliern expo, FP, complete finished upstairs w/2 dor­ mers ready for added BR or bonus space. Walk or ride bikes to New River from this great LIBERTY LANDING home ready for immed. move in $289,000. MLS#60517 Broker Interest. • NEWLY BUILT 3BK/2BA: All one level living with huge 27"xl4' family room. Open floor plan offers lots of natural light, large kitchen with tons of storage space, very usable yard surrounded by mountain lau­ rel. $239,000. MLSNG6674 37 mpg (hwy) LIBERTY LANDING ASHE COUNTY'S PREMIER RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE 11A.M. TO 3P.M. S ATURDAY MAY STH _ i "mm •••< 32 mpg Hwy $16995 per Month* Last One! $16,859 or $229/Mo.* Slk *29348 Stk *25717 2007 Chevy Silverado Classic 2007 Chevy HHR C rew - 4 x 4 - DuraMax Diesel, Automatic LT, Leather, Sunroof, Remote Start $35,976 or $499/Mo.** — 2007 Chevy Cobalt New 2006 Chevy Colorado $158 per Mo. —— LIBERTY LANDING WOODED HOME SITES: 1 mile to New River, all paved roads, underground utili­ ties, and perfect location DIRECTIONS: Hwy 221 Ashe County Turn at Libert) Grove Church Road. Go 1.4 miles, roporty on left. Ix)t Prices Start @ $50,000. • OPEN HOUSE - YOU'RE INVITED * Come join us each Saturday Door Prizes - Grand Prize each Saturday including Vacation Packages, 4 UJheeler, Big Screen TV, Plenty of Great Food & entertainment! 2007 Chevy Aveo WOW! W IIAT A HOME: 345 Peace | Street - LIBERTY LANDING. You will love this 4BR/3-5BA home close to j West Jefferson and Boone Enjoy the amenities of a main level living j that flows with tile and HW floors, dramatic stone FP, Jacuzzi spa bath in master, vaulted ceilings, patio dock off dining and living room, 2 car garage and full walkout basement. $495,000. MLSN63901 $21,950 or $299/Mo. L i 2007 Chevy Monte Carlo $23,299 or $299/Mo. ; tag & DOC Fee - Dealer Retains all rebates WAC ,„£GM 100.000 MILE WARRANTY AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION liesi flct*t'ci*s4»ii (licvrrrltV 1 7 7 3 " M < h i i n ^ I c J c f f c l r s o n f\ ( I �Public Opinion ; + l / v t. i . J . -J. i ,i , ...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Handicapped kids and trees Perhaps from the first be a sort of flying hiking day a human saw birds, we trail—a bridge if you will. have dreamed of flight. Of When the kids go on it, they soaring high in the sky, as will be seeing the work effortless as those beauti­ from the top of trees. Little ful birds that have now ones who have never run or returned to our spring even walked in some cases, skies. let alone climbed, will have Because we simply aren't this exhilarating experi­ built to "take off" without ence. We hope they find some adaptive technology it as exciting as so many (such as airplanes!), gen­ children have in centuries erations of people have gone by. tried to get off the ground Unless you have caught by the simple expedient of Parish's vision for this climbing a tree. Most of us place, it is hard to see the have done it, with vary­ bridge right now when you ing levels of success—and visit the dusty field that those who made it thrilled will be home to this amaz­ at the sights unseen from ing project. But if you let the ground. your imagination loose just That experience is one a little—well, we can man­ denied to handicapped chil­ age to see those big smiles dren, those who must rely and those soaring spirits. on a wheelchair, crutches Fundraising continues or a walker to get around. for this special project, so if They have had to watch you are looking for a worth­ as their peers head for the while charity, give Peter treetops—but that is soon Parish a call at 877-4607. going to change. From working with the At Elk Shoals United National Committee for Methodist campground, the New River to protect a dream of director Rev. the environment to found­ Peter Parish is starting to ing a remarkable interfaith come true. Up on a hill camp that brings together behind the camp's chapel, children of different faiths, the ground is broken for Parish has done a splendid a series of special cabins job helping Elk Shoals ful­ that will give handicapped fill its mission in innova­ kids a taste of our moun­ tive and exciting ways. We tains. And then, running believe this latest project, in a circle behind the back when complete, will con­ doors of these cabins will tinue his excellent record. JD qq Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery, $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Customer Service Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette .Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Heather Lewis Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mail room Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 On White Hart Woods K3RL foje expuaus HIS puppte Haatrr.. To the Editor: This letter is in response to Vicki Hathorn's letter in the April 20 paper titled, "White Hart Woods." My in­ tent in this article is not to be mean or belittle Hathorn, but I do want to be clear that what I read in her article is far from the truth and simply not smart words. I would also like to say that I certainly do not support the nonsense of "White Hart Woods" and yes I am very concerned that peo­ ple are deceived so easily. Hathorn writes that "we are all One" with a capital "0." What are you saying? That we're all God? That's the oldest lie in the world! It seems to me that what this organization represents is re­ ligious relativism, which says all religions are equal, and no pick out whatever appeals to certain one is right or wrong. you. Of course it doesn't work Hathorn says, "Most of the staff at White Hart Woods that way. The traditions of have their roots in the Chris­ Christianity and the world tian traditions," and she per­ are not the important issue sonally came from a Southern here. What's important is Baptist background, but then who the One, True God really admits that she has, "Incorpo­ is and I assure you He is none rated the teachings of other other than Jesus Christ. You traditions into her spiritual see what you believe can't path, particularly those of possibly be true, because the earth-honoring practices Christianity stands alone, found in many indigenous different from any other be­ traditions around the world." lief in the world. Jesus said, It sounds like "The Gospel "I am the Way, and the Truth, according to Subway." You just and the Life; no one comes to walk the spiritual path and the Father but through Me P 02JD71kffildifWi feClYAoUltfL 0^ Letters to the Editor (John 14:6). There is no other "spiritual path." Mankind can jump out of bed every morning and sing "Amazing Grace" at the top of his lungs, but it won't get him into heaven without a personal re­ lationship with Christ. He is the only right or correct way there is. As I write this let­ ter and I stare at the Friday paper, I can't help but notice the picture of "Uncle Sam" in the classroom, blood all over the place and the question on the blackboard, "Why?" I must ask you a question, "Do you believe the people in Vir­ ginia believe there is no such thing as right or wrong? I don't think so. Yes,"All people long for a connection with the Divine," but it's not up to you or anyone else "To create the belief systems that work for them." True Christianity is not a tradition or even a re­ ligion; it's a relationship with Jesus Christ. True Christian­ ity, the one that really works, is according to Him. My be­ liefs are wrong if they do not line up with what He said. Again it's about "Who," the One and only True God really is, and His words of instruc­ tion. That's what this country needs to meditate on. Any­ thing else is just not smart words. Darryl Giles Jefferson Local woman works to improve lives of deaf people Donna Ham has lived most of her life in silence because she became deaf at a very young age. So, she's a strong advocate for individuals who are deaf or have a hear­ ing loss. Probably one of the toughest challenges the Deaf face is the communication barrier with others. Donna has overcome this communi­ cation challenge quite well as a result of her excellent verbal and lip-reading skills, but she can also communicate profi­ ciently with American Sign Language (ASL). Signing is an important tool for the Deaf and hearing impaired, but unfortunately, not many hearing people know the lan­ guage. Donna was first asked to teach ASL at Western Pied­ mont Community College, and she enjoyed it. Currently, she's the ASL instructor at Wilkes Community College: a position she gladly accepted when the opportunity arose. People with and without hearing impairments take the sign language class. Ob­ viously, hearing impaired in­ dividuals want to learn how to sign so that they can com­ municate better with others. Likewise, i n d i ­ viduals without hearing loss want to learn ASL to commu­ nicate with a deaf fam­ ily mem­ ber or other hearing impaired people who they associate with on a regular basis. Donna enjoys teaching ASL to hear­ ing people because they often have to interact with individ­ uals who have some degree of hearing loss in the communi­ ty. She also believes her sign language classes are impor­ tant because they bridge the communication gap existing between the hearing and the Deaf. "I felt by teaching ASL to hearing folks (as well as to the hard of hearing)," Donna says, "this would bridge the gap between them. I truly be­ lieve we can learn from each other. And by learning from each other, we benefit from each other both in knowledge and friendship." Knowledge of sign lan­ guage is especially beneficial for people who are in constant contact with the hearing im­ paired. "Seeing the excite­ ment of those learning this unique language and know­ ing that they will make a difference in the lives of the Deaf they meet and commu­ nicate with," Donna states as the most rewarding aspects of teaching ASL to others. "I know for myself when I dis­ cover someone who can sign, it is very exciting. So for me, it is just as exciting to show others how to sign to enrich communication with other Deaf as well as myself." Donna's beginning sign language classes are offered through Wilkes Community College's Continuing Educa­ tion Department. She also oc­ casionally instructs an inter­ mediate sign language class through WCC, which is the next level after the beginner's ASL class. This intermediate class has more in-depth ASL lessons that allow the stu­ dents to learn how to be more productive with their signing skills. Information about both of these courses can be ob­ Contact your representatives Washington Senate Sen. Elizabeth Dole 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 Sen. Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC, NC 20510 Phone; (202) 224-3154 House of Representatives Raleigh Governor Gov. Michael F. Easley Office of the Governor 20301 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 1-800-662-7952 Senate Sen. Steve Goss 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919) 733-5742 Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 phone: 202-225-2071 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. PAGE 4A FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 House of Representatives Rep. Cullie Tarleton 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 tained from the WCC's class schedules booklet or by call­ ing the Continuing Education Department (336-838-6100). Because Donna has always felt a special bond with oth­ ers who have hearing impair­ ments, she is open to meeting them and making as many friends as she can. That's why she's interested in start­ ing a Deaf support group. She believes the hearing im­ paired can assist each other by sharing experiences and forming friendships because their hearing loss gives them a unique perspective which hearing people are unable to share. Currently, Donna and other individuals have a monthly Deaf coffee gather­ ing in North Wilkesboro, and she hopes it will develop into a support group. For more information about the Deaf coffee gathering or the im­ pending support group, con­ tact Donna via e-mail (tangie28655@yahoo.com). Donna Ham continues to find ways to advocate and support oth­ ers who have hearing impair­ ments as a result of her own personal experiences of being deaf. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Vendors sought for upcoming Greater Lansing Area festival by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Plans are underway for the 9,h Annual Greater L.A. Festival in Lansing on Satur­ day, Sept. 8. Those who want to be a part of this fun event are encouraged to sign up now. "We are excited about our Greater L.A. Festival and are making plans now," said organizer Shirley Farmer; "however, without the sup­ port from our corporate spon­ sors and our business com­ munity, we couldn't fulfill our efforts." Farmer encourages any­ one interested in being a ven­ dor at the festival to contact her at 336-384-2907 or write to her at 292 W. Deep Ford Rd., Lansing, NC 28643 for an application. Any monetary donation to the festival is tax deductible, and proceeds help with com­ munity needs such as trash cans and flower planters for the town. Contributions have also been made to the resto­ ration of Louisiana and Mis­ sissippi after Hurricane Katrina. Festival sponsors include Lansing Fire Department, Chief Everett Adams, 336384-3456 and Lansing Amer­ ican Legion, Kermit Wilcox, 336-384-2102. The Greater L.A. Festi­ val is a juried event located on the American Legion Ball Field in Lansing. Vendor spaces are 12x12 with larger space available. Vendor nonreturnable entry fee is $10, to be mailed with the appli­ cation along with pictures and descriptions of products by Sept. 1, and 10 percent of sales that day. Items accept­ ed are crafts, antiques and collectibles. Vendors provide their own tables, chairs and tents. Electricity is available. The festival begins at 9 a.m. and vendors set up the evening before. Security is provided and donations are accepted for this service. The Lansing Fire Depart­ ment Music Day and Rubber Duck Race has been moved this year to Saturday, May 26, during Memorial Day Weekend. Vendors are need­ ed for this event. For more information, call Everett Ad­ ams or Shirley Farmer at the numbers noted above. Jones Winery continued from front page lish a reputation for quality and character. McGuire said the company is close to add­ ing nine new wines and hopes are to eventually produce 20 to 30 varieties. It has been a huge under­ taking to work on renovating the old school for a future lo­ cation while producing wine in the current location, Mc­ Guire said, and he and the other members appreciate all the time and effort put into this company by the volun­ teers. Once the winery moves into its new, larger location, hopes are to hire the first em­ ployee. McGuire said the winery will support local agriculture through use of its products including grapes and blueber­ ries. "Our long term mission," he said at the winery's grand opening, "is to produce high quality wines and ultimately only from grapes and other fruits grown in Ashe County." "I think this will be great for the area because of tour­ ism," said Dr. Strickland. "All of us in it just love the process of making wine. Our objective is not to make money, but to enjoy doing what we love to do and share it with the com­ munity." The winery is currently located at 9318 Hwy. 194 in Lansing with outlet sales at Bohemia. For more informa­ tion, check out the company's web site at www.newriverwineries.com. Want to save money? Subscribe to tbe JP today I Marion Cunningham, Happy Days 2. Olivia Walton TV Moms 3- June Cleaver, Leave It to Beaver 4. Clair Huxtable. The Cosby Show 5 Marie Baronc. Everybody lx>ves 6. Lucy Ricardo. I Love Lucy 7 Carol Brady, The Brady Bunch 8. Shirley Partridge. The Partridge Family 9 Edith Bunker. All in the Family 10. Lorelai Gilmore. The Gilmore Girls O 2007 by King Futures Syndicate Inc. World rights reserved Call 846-7164 continued from front page home. I asked my dad later about that, and he remem­ bered it. He said three guys were partying and carrying on and the guy was shot, and the others felt bad and took him to the doctor. Then af­ ter he went there, they got mad at him again and shot at him some more. Dad went out and ran them off. They decided they'd better stop be­ cause they didn't want to go up against the doctor. People would have got mad because there was already a doctor shortage." Those were the days when everybody knew where the doctor lived and came to him for help before there was a hospital. Doc Jones' grandfa­ ther "Bud" Jones operated on people under chloroform an­ esthetic. If they needed spe­ cial care, he would send them by train to Abingdon, VA or to other areas. Doc Jones said a woman once told him about his grandfather do­ ing a hysterectomy on her at his house somewhere around 1915 or 1916. His father and grandfather,,delivei'ed babies at home, including both his grandfather and his father delivering their sons' future wives. Growing up around two doctors, there was plenty of education for the young Doc Jones, nicknamed that by his classmates in the sixth grade. When the old hospital was built in Jefferson in 1941, the Jones family moved there and lived in the hospital for many years. "It was our only home until about 1956,1 guess," he said. "Then my parents built a house behind the hospital (where he lives to this day)." Other than tremendous advances in medical care, the biggest change he's seen in the medical field is the amount of paperwork required of phy­ sicians, Doc Jones said. "My dad did a huge amount of work in the 40s and 50s," he said. "He wouldn't have had continued from front page da Wright and Rita Scott and their students in the Junior Appalachians Musicians program, through the Ashe County Arts Council in 4-H Afterschool. Local business champi­ ons are participating for four weeks through May 20, with each business sponsored team walking their way to a healthier lifestyle and being "Fit as a Fiddle." Activity logs and pedometers were provid­ ed to each participant as steps and miles are logged by each team. An awards breakfast honoring outstanding teams and walkers will be held at the Ashe County Arts Center on May 23. The project is being sup­ ported by the Appalachian District Health Department and organizational partners through a community grant provided by "Eat Smart... Move More North Carolina," a statewide initiative led by the North Carolina Physi­ cal Activity and Nutrition Branch of the NC Depart­ ment of Public Health. This project is in support of their mission to: Photo courtesy of Ashe Memorial Hospital "Reverse the rising tide of Dr. Dean Jones Jr. as a college graduate. obesity and chronic disease among North Carolinians by helping them to eat smart, used to see 25 or 30 patients tions of patients. a day years ago." "I have a few patients move more and achieve a Ms. Blevins has spent who've seen all four genera­ healthy weight." More infor­ about 60 years in the medi­ tions of Jones doctors," he mation about this statewide cal field. She first worked at said. "From my grandfather initiative may be found at Eastern State Hospital in the to my son." His grandfather www.eatsmartmovemorenc. late 1940s, then at Marshall quit practicing in Lansing com. Supporters also include Square Sanitarium in West during the 40s and his son Chester, PA in the 1950s. She started practicing about the Town of West Jefferson came back to Ashe County in eight years ago. Ms. Blevins and their employees, Sheets the 1950s and worked at Ashe has served three generations Brothers Inc., Rusty Roger's Memorial Hospital in the op­ of the Jones family. She plans Metal Working class at Ashe erating room and emergency to spend more time on her County High School for part­ department as well as for Christmas tree farm after nering with Ashe Healthy Doctors Freeman and Keys retirement, and Doc Jones Carolinians, the Ashe County hopes to do a little fishing. Chamber of Commerce, the before joining Doc Jones. "I always enjoyed my work, A 1956 graduate of the West Jefferson Business Asso­ but never so much as with University of North Carolina ciation, Ashe County Schools, Doc Jones," she said. About School of Medicine at Chapel and the Be Active ASU Part­ retiring at the same time, she Hill, Doc Jones performed nership. Without their sup­ added, "It's hard to work with his residency in Charlotte port and in-kind donation of somebody else when you've and joined the Ashe Memo- materials, time and interest, this project would not have been possible. And special thanks to artists Pat Mor­ rison, Molly Gambill, Judith Martens and Lyn Soeder for the artwork in the sidewalks. For more information about the West Jefferson Business Challenge, call Nancy Kautz at 846-0781 or Vicky Moody at 246-4344. SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM Si 51GIL 5151GIG SI 51GIG nrararan Theatre Two Movie schedule for April 27 - May 3, 2007 51G1Gill G1G1G1G1G1I FORYOUR PAST, YOUR AND YOUR RRAND JEWELRY •^^Wal-Mart Shopping Csnter Wal-Mart Shonolna Center Wilkesboro, NC Email: diaking@wilkes net www thediamondking com LAYAWAY N0W1 No Time Limit! Pay Any Amount Down! 1-336-667-2257 1 -888-591 -3174 4 TTf O Ce*? ftftn Member JA • SJ0 • NCJA 90 DAY SAME-AS-CASH FINANCING MONDAY-SATURDAY 9:30-6:00 uU Ashe Memorial Hospital Welcomes John A. Sundin, M.D. General Surgery Photo courtesy of Ashe Memorial Hospital The new graduate of medical school, ready to start his remarkable career. ne to have done it if he had much paperwork as we ve now. That's the biggest ange I've seen. You don't ve as much time to see pa­ nts when you have to look \er charts and regulatory encies." Medical Technician Edith evins, who has been with >c Jones since 1976 and 3 father before that, and retiring at the same time, id doctors used to see pa­ ints until 7 or 8 at night, fe'd stay until the last one d been seen," she said. "We worked with the best. Every year I'd say, 'When are we go­ ing to quit, Doc?' And he'd say, 'Maybe next year.' He would come to the office a bit cross and I'd say, 'Who licked the stripe off your candy?' and he'd settle down." "She has definitely been a big help," said Doc Jones about Ms. Blevins. "Couldn't do without her." At 76, Doc Jones said the late nights and being on call is getting a little hard on him so he finally decided to retire. He will be missed by genera- rial Hospital staff in January 1963. He is certified with the American Board of Surgery, and a member of the Ameri­ can Medical Association and the North Carolina Medical Society. Ashe Memorial Hospital is planning a special retire­ ment reception for Doc Jones to wish him well and show appreciation for his many years of dedicated service to the hospital and the people of Ashe County. It will be held Sunday, May 6, 2-4 p.m. in the hospital dining room. Dr. John Sundin received his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. He then received his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sundin completed his general surgery residency at Hospital of St. Raphael, Yale Affiliate at New Haven, Connecticut in 1989 and at Yale Regional Surgical Residency Program at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1992. Dr. Sundin's office is located adjacent to Dr. Charles Jones. His practice opened on April 16, 2007. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 336-846-8939. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 PAGE 6A 'Kurt Vonnegutisin heaven,' minister says Writers Day 2007 and thereafter at our Center for the Arts, Religion and Education at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, Californlf_^10 I now teach and elsew (West Jefferson Church of Christ) Following Jesus Photo courtesy of Rev. David James Randolph Jill and Kurt Vonnegut with Rev. Randolph. by Rev. David J. Randolph Special to the Post Kurt Vonnegut is up in heaven now. Facing his death I say this as the minister who presided at the wedding of Kurt and Jill when it was the groom who preached the gos­ pel that day in Christ Church United Methodist, New York City. His message spoken and unspoken was that you can go on with your life in spite of divorce, illness and despair and to me going through di­ vorce, illness and despair that was good news. His message that we can survive catastro­ phe and find grace amid the ruins has special relevance after 9/11/2001 and helped inspire me to write "On The Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Way After 9/11: New Wor­ ship and Art" (New Way Me­ dia, 2002) and edit "Candles in the Dark, Flames For The Future: Preaching and Poetry in Times of Crisis" (New Way Media, 2003). Vonnegut spoke at a memo­ rial service for the noted Hu­ manist Isaac Asimov and de­ clared. "Isaac is up in heaven now." Kurt said that when he died his favorite joke would be, "Kurt is up in heaven now." Now that this day has come, and reflecting on his decency and compassion as well as his brilliance and creativity, it's no joke. The gospel of KurtVonnegut is not identical with that of the Christian tradition but grant­ ing the differences, Vonnegut takes the life and teachings of Jesus Christ more seriously than some professing believ­ ers. For example in "Jailbird" he traces the modern move­ ment of social progress to Je­ sus' Sermon on the Mount. The relationship that devel­ oped between us grew when Kurt and I celebrated the Writer's Day that he had pro­ posed in the Babylon United Methodist Church in Babylon, N.Y. in 1991. The brilliance and compassion of Kurt Vonnegut and the deepening challenge of our time makes the need to pay attention to him and other writers more important than ever. We hope to celebrate Kurt and his colleagues on The job of a Christian is following the example that Jesus has set. What better person to imitate than Jesus. He was perfect in everything He did. Jesus is the perfect blue print we can gc> YWe can truly know how to follow Jesus by going back to the Bible. . Following Jesus means we must deny ourselves. Matthew 16:24. "Then said Jesus unto is disciples, if any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross and follow after me." We have to put Jesus, his ways and his wants before ours. We must follow in the steps o die Savior. A true follower of Jesus will always put Jesus before themselves. When we are following Jesus not only are we to put Him before ourselves but before ot^T also. Matthew 10:37. "He that loveth father or mother more than me is not worthy of me: and «• that loveth son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me." There are so many people who claim to love the Lord but when it comes to families they are willing to put them first. If a person tru > loves the Lord then He will be first no matter what their family says or even the tradition they carry. We must forsake our wants or wishes and follow him. We must put this old world behind us and follow Jesus. I John 2:15-16. "Love not the w«rld, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father •s not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the Pride of life, Ls not of the Father, but Ls of the world." We can not put the things of this world before the Lord. True followers of Jesus have to separate themselves from the corruption of the world and have to place God first. When following Jesus we must obey His commandments. John 14:15. "If ye love me keep niy commandments." If we love Jesus we will keep His commandments and they will guide us to eternal life. There are so many who claim they are following and keeping the commandments of Jesus but they are not doing so. Actions speak louder than words so we must show we are following Jesus by our actions. It is so important that we follow after Jesus. When we choose to follow Jesus there are a lot of sacrifices but they are worth it. There is no better way to live a life than to follow Jesus. John 14:6. "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto to the Father, but by me." Following Jesus is the way to eternal life. I hope everyone will decide that following Jesus is important. Doug Frazier — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — _— — — — — — — — i Q Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Baldwin Community Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Pastor Douglas Hardin- 877-9075 1460 Bald Mm. Rd., West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service • 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm WeJnesdav Fveninv - 7:00pm Comer of Faw-Roland A McNeil Sis • Jefferson (BR West - Left on McNeil. One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY • Sunday School 10:00AM Warship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDA Y • C immunity Care 6:00PM t Prayer A Outreach I BaldDiountainchunh.org WEDNESDAY• Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) Email: Bald mountain!®skybeKt.com (Missions Minislr. Van Ministry, Teen Time) Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 [] Yes. I am interested in an in-home Bible study "A Church furused • on faith, family A the future" Beaver Creek Christian Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Cornerstone Fellowship Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Pastor: Johnny Johnson Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-9X2-9497 495 Highway 194 South 164 Big Piney Creek Road • Lansing, NC 384-9124 •Cell: 977-4648 Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:4ffa!m Hwy 16 S. at Glcndale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service - 221 Harnett St.. (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Doug Frazitr, Minister Sun. Bible Sutdy 10:00 a.m Worship £1:00 a.m. Evening \Vojship 6:00p.m. w Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Sunday Worship^ 11:00a.m. "And He led tlutm as far as to Bethany...' School -10:00 a.m. • Preaching - 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Preaching - 6:00 p.m. Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., iMnsing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship tit 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. JefTerson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC and He Messed them " Luke24:50 Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services cn Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases de ESL Servicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services We would love to have you come worship with us. North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you (Episcopalian) of Warrens viUc to fellowship with us every Sunday!" St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 10:00 a.m. 336-667-6092 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Serv ice Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00p.m. Welcome Home Baptist Church Offut Pktnt: JJ6-M2-W/0• ftrr. burnt Jonn • Pastor (raft Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Qmir at vou are, you will be loved' Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship A Praise 11:00 a.m Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Seventh-Day Adventist Church Pastor: Kevin Morgan Ay , Saturday Sen-ices: Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Bible School -10:00 AM Phone - 982-3076 "Join us in worship to Christ" Friendly Grove Baptist Church Bui k Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Friendship Baptist Church XVI Friendship Baptist Church Rdjeflfcnoo. NC Rev. David Grinntll • 9X2-2080 Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Services - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00 p.m. We im ile vnu to jam us far a God centered, family worshipping experience. Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Sendee 6:00p.m. Monday • TE A M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning . .L '.f'J!Wednesday » Prayer Meeting (336) 246-9512 11:00 am <S 6:p0pm Sabbath Worship - In15 AM Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Sen ice 6:30p.m. 336-877-2801 Sunday Big Flatts Baptist Church Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Minister Creighton Heatty Bethany United Methodist Church Heiltel Sefiasiate fiafUtit GUwiclt I Na me: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: ( )_ Mail Request to: WJ Church of Christ, P0 Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Mount JefTerson Presbyterian Church Barnett St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Saturday Niglil 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00a.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old H»x 16 • Coupler. NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Wtrship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come Join us for a joyful worship experience. Mt. Paddy Church Pastor: Tun Roten Worship Times: Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Worship* 11:00 AM Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. 846-7481 We hint a nurseryand children churches available Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Worship -10:30 A.M. Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 A.W Saturday Evening Mass 5:00pm English A 7:00pm Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass- Call for times Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West. Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 gun. • Worship 11:00 a. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise Warrensville United Methodist Church 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship ~ 9:00AM Visitors become family West Jefferson United Methodist Church Comer of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Youth Services • Sunday • 6:00PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1000 www.wjumc.net Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4(h) •7:00PM Wednesday Slghl Bible Study • 7:00PM To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 aatmmmSaamM Comer of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. Jefferson 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. 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Drive Smart is an effort to reduce the number of traffic collisions in North Carolina's work zones. The Highway Patrol will increase enforcement and crackdown on excessive speeders in some of the busiest work zones in the state. "Speed is the leading cause of traffic collisions in work zones," said Colonel W. Fletcher Clay, commander of the Highway Patrol. "I have instructed our Troopers to aggressively crack down on motorists traveling at high speeds and driving reckless­ lyAccording to NCDOT, there were 4,478 work zone crashes resulting in more than 1,500 injuries in 2005. Of these crashes, 30 were fatal. More than four out of five work zone crash fatalities are motorists. Speeding and driver distrac­ tion account for more than half of all work zone crashes. "Safety is the department's number one priority and we must continue our efforts to increase work zone safety ed­ ucation and awareness across the state," said Department of Transportation Secretary Lyndo Tippett. "By slowing down and paying extra at­ tention when driving through work zones, motorists can help us save lives." "The Highway Patrol is de­ termined to reduce fatal col­ lisions in these work zones, and going after speeders who recklessly endanger the pub­ lic will help us do that," said Bryan Beatty, secretary of the Department of Crime Control and Public Safety. "Operation Drive Smart 2007 is an effort to reverse the trend of in­ creasing speeds in work zones by irresponsible drivers." Operation Drive Smart 2007 is a campaign that will concentrate solely on speed­ ing, aggressive driving and other traffic violations in work zones. Work zone loca­ tions for the operation are as follows: •U.S. 17 Bypass in Bertie SHI IP (Seniors' Health Insurance Information Pro­ gram) wants to notify North Carolina's 1.3 million Medi­ care beneficiaries that there is a limited open enrollment pe­ riod for Medicare Advantage Only Plans (i.e. Medicare Ad­ vantage plans that do not of­ fer prescription drug coverage. People with Original Medicare can join one of the Medicare Advantage Only plans any time during 2007 and 2008. This enrollment is in addition to any special election periods or the initial enrollment pe­ riod for individuals new to the federal Medicare program. The limited open enroll­ ment period does allow for more flexible enrollment into a Medicare Advantage Only plan; however, there are some limitations that beneficiaries should consider before joining one of these plans: • If you have Original k ^ 3 0, wfmTnJ f Medicare and a Part D pre­ County scription drug plan, you may •1-95 in Cumberland and only join a Medicare Advan­ Robeson counties tage PFFS plan (private fee •US 70 Clayton Bypass in for service plan) that does not Johnston and Wake counties have drug coverage without •I-85/I-40 in Guilford your Part D coverage being County cancelled. If you do sign up for •1-85 in Rowan County a plan that cancels your Part •1-77 in Yadkin County D coverage, you will be noti­ •1-40 in Buncombe Coun­ fied to confirm that you un­ ty derstand the change. •1-77 in Mecklenburg County Play Bolter Golf with JACK NICKLAUS There are currently more than 200 major work zones M GOOD in North Carolina. Although fflWfMosr GOLFERS all work zone locations for HRVE THEIR RIGHT ELBOU7 Operation Drive Smart 2007 POINTING INUJHRD FIT are on interstate routes, mo­ 1MPRCT. torists must remember that ftLSO, THE work zones are not limited EU&OLU 14 ALLORVS SLIGHTLY to interstate facilities. "Road BENT UNTIL. AFTER THE construction and mainte­ fcRLL IS HIT. nance activities often affect U.S. routes, N.C. routes and secondary roads as well," said Bill Rosser, NCDOT's state highway administrator. "Con­ struction activity increases in the spring and summer, as does the number of motorists on our state's roadways. This enforcement initiative could not come at a better time." Troopers will be using mo­ torcycles and marked and unmarked Patrol vehicles to target some of the state's busiest work zones. Included in the crackdown will be com­ mercial motor vehicle drivers committing serious traffic violations. These violations include speeding over the posted speed limit, following too closely, improper or er­ ratic lane changes, careless and reckless driving, and any violation of the motor vehicle laws that result in serious in­ jury or death. During Operation Drive Smart 2006, troopers issued Wal-Mart Shopping Center more than 800 citations for 1 -336-667-2257 Wilkesboro. NC speed violation in work zones Email diaking@wilkes net 1 -888-591 -3174 www thediamondking com across the state. In addition, troopers also cited 58 motor­ LAYAWAY NOW! Member JA - SJ0 • NCJA ists for aggressive driving, 13 for driving while impaired No Time Limit! 90 DAY SAME-AS-CASH Pay Any Amount Down! FINANCING and 171 for seat belt viola­ tions. MO N DAY- SATU KDAY 9:30-6:00 CASH TOP DOLLAR NOW BEING PAID FOR YOUR OLD GOLD! 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Appalachian District has teamed up with the North Carolina Institute for Public Health of UNCChapel Hill and the North Carolina Public Health Re­ gional Surveillance Team 5 to plan and implement the proj­ ect. Directing the local process of this project includes a team of public health individuals representing Alleghany, Ashe, and Watauga County Healthy Carolinians, Be Active North Carolina-Appalachian Part­ nership, Northwest Partner­ ship for Public Health, and Appalachian District Health Department. The Community Health Assessment has many steps to complete through 2007. These steps include collecting state and nationally main­ tained data such as leading causes of death, incidence of chronic diseases, and partici­ pation in healthy lifestyle be­ haviors, among many others. Additionally, the Community Health Assessment team will be collecting local data about community services, utiliza­ tion of those services, and locally driven public health initiatives. Key community leaders of Alleghany, Ashe, and Watauga Counties will be asked to complete a sched­ uled telephone interview to provide their input about the health of their respective County. New cluster sampling methodology will be employed to complete a community health opinion survey. This is a key piece to our project since it allows for resident input. Using tax mapping and GIS information systems, households will be selected at random to participate in this survey. Public health staff and selected volun­ teers will be visiting homes for a ten to fifteen minute faceto-face interview and entering data into a handheld Personal Digital Assistant (PDA). Questions asked on this survey will include identify­ ing the major health problems in the county and access to healthcare. All data collected in this sur­ vey is anonymous and will not be linked to any individual. To ensure the safety of our county citizens, public health staff will be in uniform, wearing identical t-shirts and name badges. Public health staff will only be conducting surveys in Ashe County on Thursday, May 3 from 1:30pm7:30pm, Friday, May 4 from l:30-7:30pm, and Saturday, May 5 from 9:30am-4:30pm. All participants in this survey will receive a special "thank you" gift as a token of our ap­ preciation. This is an accept­ ed data collection practice of the Centers for Disease Con­ trol and Prevention and the World Health Organization. In addition, this method has been employed during state and national disasters by the North Carolina Public Health Regional Surveillance Teams and will provide an opportu­ nity for local staff to practice using this method to prepare for potential disaster situa­ tions in the future. Appalachian District Health Department will con­ tinue its partnership efforts over 2007 and report a com­ prehensive report to the com­ munity in the fall of 2007 by way of a public community health forum meeting. At that time, community residents, local leaders, and elected of­ ficials will have an opportu­ nity to assist in setting the community health priorities to address major community JEFFERSON, NC TUES­ health issues for the following DAY, APRIL 24, 2007 - Ashe four years. Memorial Hospital and The To inquire about this proj­ Ashe County School System ect, provide information about are accepting registrations for your public service or health the 2007 Camp Med planned organization, or provide infor­ for July 23rd through July mation about a public health 27th. The deadline for regis­ initiative, please contact our tration has been extended un­ district office at (828) 264- til Friday May 4th. The 2007 4995 or our partner in this Camp Med Summer Intern­ project, Nancy Kautz at Ashe ship is designed to recruit, County Healthy Carolinians educate, and prepare High (336) 846-0781." School Students for careers Camp Med registration deadline extended in the health professions. The activities include tours, presentations and clin­ ical internship experiences. A highlight of the week is the opportunity to travel to Wake Forest Baptist Medi­ cal School and experience the medical students learning labs. The week also includes an in-depth shadowing of various professions as well as exposure to the many health professions that provide con­ tinuing education and selfimprovement opportunities. The program is limited to 15 students and application need to be in by Friday May 4th. Applications are avail­ able from the Middle School and High School Counselors or the Community Outreach Department at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital. 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The equipment will be on display from Thursday, April 26th until Thursday, May 3, 2007 at the Centura Bank Building located at 404 S Jefferson Ave. The items for sale are: Vehicles: Equipment: Park Equipment: 1987 Ford Truck (Bucket) Salt Spreader Moon Walk 1990 Ford Aerostar Van Weed Eater Slide 1993 Ford Truck Monkey Bars 1994 Honda Civic Chain Link Fence/Posts Concrete Half Tiles/Spillways 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe 2000 Ford Crown Victoria Russell Killcn, license number: NCAL4234 , will conduct the auction. One bill... Easy-to-use, flat-rate calling plans for long-distance, local phone service, i i i u 4. Q 7 7 3 5 www.skyline.org • www.skybest.com • 8//'1lou 0 • 8 4 6 - 1 3 5 0 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9A FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble to perform Friday April 27 White Hart Woods will be hosting the Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble April 26-29 with workshops th 26th & 27th and an Open House on the 28th with drumming, dancing and fabulous food by Jacky Brown. All are invited to come for an afternoon of great fun! 10-3. 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park Road, www.whitehartwoods. com 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Church will hold Vacation Bible School beginning on April 25-29. Their theme is Take the Plunge with Jesus". Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward Sexton will be teaching the adult class. For transportation call Howard Turnmire at 3842140. For more information call Barbara McCoy at 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and congrega­ tion invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Old Fields Baptist Church will have revival beginning April 22 at 7 p.m. with Rev. James Best as the speaker. Special music nightly and the pastor Rev. Jack Miller invite you to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Scottville Baptist Church Monday 23 through Friday 27. Bro. Ray K. Stuart, pastor of Gateway Baptist Church in Boiling Springs, S.C. will be bring­ ing the message each night. Special singing. Pastor Reeves Jones and congregation invives everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church will hold revival April 22-27. Rev. Lloyd Day will bring the message with special singing each night. Pastor Rev. Clayburn Roten and congrega­ tion invite you to attend! 7 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Revival April 22nd thru 27th nightly with special singers each night. Rev.Tom Graybeal pastor welcomes you. Saturday April 28 White Hart Woods will be hosting the Chuck Davis African American Dance Ensemble April 26-29 with workshops th 26th & 27th and an Open House on the 28th with drumming, dancing and fabulous food by Jacky Brown. All are invited to come for an afternoon of great fun! 10-3. 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park Road, www.whitehartwoods. com 9 a.m.: This Ashe Baptist WMU session "Abide". As Spring, your Associational will be titled, such we will be honoring those ladies who have served with dedication and passion in missions and on the mission field, abiding in the strength of our Father, Jesus Christ. We are look­ ing forward to our best ses­ sion yet.. It will be held at Friendship Baptist Church on Saturday, April 28th, 9:00 am— 12:00 noon with a light lunch served. Mrs. Donna Pollard from New River Baptist Church will be sharing in song Guest speakers will include Mrs. Trish Church as she shares about her abiding faith while battling breast cancer & Mrs.. Frances Blevins who will encourage us with laughter and challenge us through God's Word. We want to encourage all ladies to attend. This is a FREE event. For more information please call the Associational Office at 246-5631 9 a.m.: The Jefferson United Methodist Women will have a Spring Cleaning Fling Sale in the social hall of the Jefferson United Methodist Church. While spring cleaning women are asked to bring use­ ful household items, jewelry, tools, sporting goods and small items of furniture for the sale. No clothes will be offered. The salle will be in the social hall, rain or shine from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 9 a.m.-12p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central during the Week of the Young Child Celebration- This is another opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. 10 a.m.: Beaver Creek Christian Church will host its annual Ladies Prayer Retreat with special guest speaker Mary Lou Martin of Clemmons on "Let Go and Let God." Wear comfortable shoes for the communion prayer walk following the program. Lunch will be served after the walk. Registration is $5. Please let us know as soon as possible the number coming from your church. Billie Baldwin 336-8467480 2 p.m.: Alleghany Access. Meet a Park Ranger for a nature hike at the beautiful Alleghany Access. Please call the park office to sign up for this hike. 336-982-2587. Free to the public. Please call the park office for more informa­ tion about this or any other programs that we offer. 336982-2587 4 p.m.: El Dia de los Ninos celebration planned. El Dia de los Ninos, a Latino Celebration of Health and Safety will be held from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Agricultural Conference Center, 252 Poplar Grove Road, in Bonne, N.C. This event hopes to attract members of the Latino com­ munity and focuses on the entire family. Materials will be in Spanish and there will be interpreters available. There will be four stations: Safety within the home, which includes food safety, hand-washing, smoke detectors, heaters, and chang- ing filters; Respones to fires, which will include fire extin­ guishers. stop, drop and roll; Personal Safety, which will include 911 calls, strangers, kids ID, emergency; and First Aide and proper lifting. There will also be games for children, pupet shows, Myrtle the Turtle, door prizes, food and fun! The event is sponsored by the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Fam Safety Just 4 Kids, Safe Kids of N.C., Children's Council, Appalachian Regional Healthcare System, and the Boone Area Fire Department. African American Dance Ensemble April 26-29 with workshops th 26th & 27th and an Open House on the 28th with drumming, dancing and fabulous food by Jacky Brown. All are invited to come for an afternoon of great fun! 10-3. 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park Road, www.whitehartwoods. com We install Trane XLi models 1th Hard lb Stop AThine* 6 p.m.: Greene's Chapel Baptist Church will have Revival April 29 - May 3. Rev. 10:30 a.m.: Pine Ridge Boys, a nationally known southern gospel group, in Concert at Mt. Paddy Church, 822 NC Russell Sheets and Rev. Dean Crane will be preaching. Pastor Rev. Fred Steelman and the congregation invite everyone to attend. Hwy 88W, Jefferson N.C. A fel­ lowship meal will follow. Please come worship through the pow­ erful voices of this group. 11 a.m.: Greene's Chapel Baptist Church will have Revival April 29 - May 3. Rev. 6 p.m.: Laurel Springs Baptist Church, 7504 US Hwy 421, Deep Gap, NC will host a "Praise Sing" at the church. The singing will feature Clint Kimbrough on the organ, the Laurel Springs Baptist Church Choir, Maggie & Callie Idol, Standing Ground, Sierra Wilson, Shane Smith, the County Friends (Quakers) McKinney family (Scott, Vickie, meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. Laura, Nathan, & William), at the home of Julia Rodgers Georgia Donour, Clay Hands (sign language group), Lauren 385-6531 for directions 2 p.m.: Piano Recital of & Nathan Jones on the piano, Miss Sharon Kellain's piano Pam Jones, and the Ashe students at the Seventh County Associational Choir. A Day Adventist Church in love offering will be taken for Warrensville. Everyone is invit­ Relay for Life. 6:30 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist ed to attend! Russell Sheets and Rev. Dean Crane will be preaching. Pastor Rev. Fred Steelman and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. 2 p.m.: Ashe 2 p.m.: Wildflower Hike. Wagoner Access Road. Join a Park Ranger for a one mile hike to identify the wildflowers in bloom. This program will last for about one hour. Free 6 p.m.: Greene's Chapel Baptist Church will have Revival April 29 - May 3. Rev. Russell Sheets and Rev. Dean Crane will be preaching. Pastor Rev. Fred Steelman and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Baptist Church April 29 - May 5. Speakers include: Lundy 7 p.m.: The Warrensville Community Sing will be held 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May cussion class covers the his­ tory and the science of Global Warming and is designed to empower individuals to be a part of the solution to the cli­ mate crisis. The group will meet for about an hour at Ashe Memorial Hospital at 4 p.m. on Sundays, April 22 & 29 and May 6 & 20. All commu­ nity members are welcome to attend. For more information please call Vicki at 336-2462166. White Hart Woods will be hosting the Chuck Davis Circle in Jefferson. Finley Jr. on Sunday; Jim Greer on Monday; Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday; Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. at the Helton United Methodist Church. Institute is offering a fourweek discussion course called Global Warming: Changing COurse. The dis­ Sunday April 29 11:30 a.m.: The National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) will meet at Winner's 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Baptist Church April 29 - May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Elementary School Auditorium. Admission is free and the pub­ lic is invited. One segment of the program will be a piano recital given by ACMS students that are enrolled in the After School 4-H Program. 4 p.m.: The New River Earth Wilsons. Everyone is welcome register or for more information please contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336)838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336)838-6210. adult class. For transportation call Howard Turnmire at 3842140. For more information call Barbara McCoy at 982-2300. Rev. Jeff Dollar and congrega­ tion invites everyone to attend. Middle School Chorus Spring Concert in the Westwood Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood featuring the Church will hold Vacation Bible School beginning on April 25-29. Their theme is Take the Plunge with Jesus". Classes for all ages. Mr. Ward Sexton will be teaching the Finley Jr. on Sunday; Jim Greer on Monday; Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday; Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. Monday April 30 6 p.m.: ureene's Chapel Baptist Church will have Revival April 29 - May 3. Rev. Russell Sheets and Rev. Dean Crane will be preaching. Pastor Rev. Fred Steelman and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Wednesday May 2 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering a Long Term Care/Medicare Spplement Insurance Pre-Licensing course on May 1 and 2. The Baptist Church April 29 - May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday; Jim Greer on Monday; Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday; Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. classes will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at the Wilkes Campus. Registration fees are $55. Life, Accident and Health license is required to take this course. Pre-reg7:30 p.m.: Revival will be istration is requested. To preheld at New River Baptist register or for more information Church, April 29 through May please contact Phyllis VanHoy 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 at (336)838-6166 or Dena and services begin at 7:30 with Wiles at (336)838-6210. Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest 6 p.m.: Greene's Chapel speaker. Special singing night­ Baptist Church will have ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Revival April 29 - May 3. Rev. Congregation invites everyone Russell Sheets and Rev. Dean Crane will be preaching. Pastor to join them. Rev. Fred Steelman and the Tuesday congregation invite everyone to attend. May 1 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering a Long Term Care/Medicare Spplement Insurance Pre-Licenslng course on May 1 and 2. The classes will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at the Wilkes Campus. Registration fees are $55. Life, Accident and Health license is required to take this course. Pre-registration is requested. To pre- 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Baptist Church April 29 - May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday; Jim Greer on Monday; Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday; Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. 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Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. Thursday May 3 6 p.m.: Greene's Chapel Baptist Church will have Revival April 29 - May 3. Rev. Russell Sheets and Rev. Dean Crane will be preaching. Pastor Rev. Fred Steelman and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Baptist Church April 29 - May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday: Jim Greer on Monday: Nathan Eggers on Tuesday: Carlton Houk on Wednesday: Jim Francis on Thursday: Mike Barfoot on Friday: and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. Friday May 4 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Willkes Community College to offer Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-Licensing Course. Wilkes community College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will meet May 4 through May 6 and May 11 through May 13 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Classes will be held at the Wilkes Campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. PreRegistration is required. For more information or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. 6-9 p.m.: Musical fundraiser at Ashe Services for Aging will provide entertainment by Rock Bottom Bluegrass Band, Paul Hardy & Friends and His Abiding Grace. Refreshments available. Admission $5 with proceeds benefiting the senior center. Located on ChattyRob Lane off Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. For more informa­ tion, call 246-4347. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner will be held at Greenfield Restaurant. The cost will be $8.00 and an addi­ tional donation to support local party efforts would be greatly appreciated. 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing night­ ly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite everyone to join them. Saturday May 5 Help Send Us To Camp! Friends of Boyscout Troop 221 are having a yardsale Saturday, May 5 at the Fleetwood Fire Department. Donations of items are needed. Pickup is available. Call C.W. Sluder at 877-1236 or Kathy Greene at 877 9261 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Annual Benefit Yard and Bake Sale at Mountain Village Apartments. Lots of items and good food for sale! 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Willkes Community College to offer Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-Licensing Course. Wilkes community College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will meet May 4 through May 6 and May 11 through May 13 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Classes will be held at the Wilkes Campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. PreRegistration is required. For more information or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. 7 p.m.: Benifit singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church for Brother Tommy Trivette. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Baptist Church April 29 - May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday; Jim Greer on Monday; Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday; Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. Sunday May 6 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Willkes Community College to offer Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-Licensing Course. Wilkes community College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will meet May 4 through May 6 and May 11 through May 13 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Classes will be held at the Wilkes Campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. PreRegistration is required. For more information or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. 11 a.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 11 a.m. Evening services will be at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 11 a.m.: Paul Williams and Victory Trio will be singing at Rainbow Mennonite Church, Mountain City, Tenn.The church is located on Rainbow Road at the Shouns Crossroads. Call 423-727-6230 for more infor­ mation. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for direc­ tions 3 p.m.: "His Kids" and "Adoration" of the Ashe Schools for Home Education will present a musical/drama called "Simon Says" at the Ashe Civic Center. Come see and hear the courtroom drama of Simon Peter's trial for fraud. Overwhelming facts and evi­ dence will be presented which will ultimately prove that Jesus was and is who He says he is. Everyone is invited. Admission is FREE 4 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is offering a fourweek discussion course called Global Warming: Changing COurse. The dis­ cussion class covers the his­ tory and the science of Global Warming and is designed to empower individuals to be a part of the solution to the cli­ mate crisis. The group will meet for about an hour at Ashe Memorial Hospital at 4 p.m. on Sundays, April 22 & 29 and May 6 & 20. All commu­ nity members are welcome to attend. For more information please call Vicki at 336-2462166. 6 p.m.: Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs invites you to wor­ ship with The Southern Aires on Sunday, May 6, beginning at 6 p.m. Beginning in 1955, The Southern-Aires have been singing the Good News for over 50 years. The group has recorded more than 35 albums and was the first Christian group to participate in a Southern Gospel concert in Jerusalem, Israel in 1970. The group consists of Darrell and Wanda Webb, Duane Early, and Ashe County native and group founder. Dall Miller. From small rural churches to large municipal auditoriums, the Southern-Aires have min­ istered and entertained people of all ages, and from all walks of life. They have introduced numerous chart-topping gospel songs over the years including, "I'll See You In The Rapture" and "I'll Never Be The Same Anymore." The church is locat­ ed at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd, just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and direc­ tions, please call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)9824743. Don't miss your chance to join the Southern-Aires. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 11 a.m. Evening services will be at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: The Elliott Brothers and Glenda will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. 7 p.m.: Orion Baptist Church will have revival begin­ ning May 6th with Rev. Lynn Lambert from Greater Vision Baptist Church in Wilkesboro, services begin at 7 p.m. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend. Monday May 7 10 a.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, Gary Barber, Vice Chairman of the Ashe County Board of County Commissioners, will discuss the programs of Ashe Services for Aging. A business meting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 9829538. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anointed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that days-gone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invitation to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Tuesday May 8 9 a.m.:The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anointed Mf 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Baptist Church April 29 - May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday; Jim Greer on Monday: Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday: Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May Wednesday May 9 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be pro­ vided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anoint­ ed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that daysgone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invita­ tion to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Thursday May 10 6:30 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) will hold its Executive Community Meeting at the BROC Out with the old, in with the new. It's time for Spring cleaning and Carolina West Wireless can help you get a new phone and rate plan that's perfect for you! MOTOROLA RAZR 7 p.m.: 1st ever High Country Disc Golf Club meeting and registration at Ashe Co. Park. Discussion followed by a glow round! If you want to help support disc golf in the High Country, come out and join the club! $20 gets you a club logo disc, plus one year of member­ ship benefits. For more info, call Todd @ (336) 649-0888 singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that days-gone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invitation to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Camera & Video • Speakerphone O Lordy, Lordijl it's "feeth's Birthday! you're the sweetest, nicest -person i fei^ow. E W ' v uc e s Have a very I special Birthday! sp* MOTOROLA W315 WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND Retail Locations West Jefferson Skyline Telephone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 West Jefferson 1447 Ml. Jefferson Rd 800-235-5007 www.carolinawest.com Carolina West ^—Wireless T&D Satellite Tony Lvall West Jefferson 948 Hwy 221 Business 338-848-3601 'After $40 mail-in rebate and $20 instant rebate. Requires 2 year contract on qualified rate plan. "Requires 2 year contract on qualified rate plan. While supplies last. Certain restrictions apply. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY EVENTS Ashe County High School hosts Senior Awards Ceremony May 17 Alleghany Office in Sparta. Please call Wilkes Office: 6677141, Ashe Office: 384-4543 or Alleghany Office: 372-7284 for more information. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anoint­ ed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that daysgone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invita­ tion to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Friday May 11 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anoint­ ed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that daysgone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invita­ tion to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Saturday May 12 7 p.m.:Warrensville Volunteer Fire Department will be spon­ soring a Blue Grass concert featuring "Rock Bottom" at Blue Ridge Elementary School. Tickets are on sale now at Warrensville Drug Store, Summit STEP Program, or you may contact any momenber of the Warrensville Fire Department to purchase your tickets. Cost is $8 for Adults $4 for children 3-12. Children 3 and under -Free. Call 384-4556 or 384-4318 for more informa­ tion or to purchase tickets. Sunday May 13 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for direc­ tions 7 p.m.: Revival at Temple Baptist Church, Sunday Night. Rev. Harlen Greer will be the guest speaker. Special singing each evening. The pas­ tor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and congregation invite everyone to attend. Monday May 14 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The May meeting on May 14 will be at the home of a member and a demonstration of container gardening will be given. A covered dish dinner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. Tuesday May 15 Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing four LAH Continuing Education classes for Insurance Agents on May 15 & 16. Registration fee for the classes will be $55. Agents may earn up to 12 hours of continu­ ing education credit. Classes will be held on the Wilkes Campus. Pre Registration is requested. To pre-register or for further information, please contact Phyllis VanHoy at 336838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336-838-6210 Wednesday May 16 Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing four LAH Continuing Education classes for Insurance Agents on May 15 & 16. Registration fee for the classes will be $55. Agents may earn up to 12 hours of continu­ ing education credit. Classes will be held on the Wilkes Campus. Pre Registration is requested. To pre-register or for further information, please contact Phyllis VanHoy at 336838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336-838-6210 Thursday May 17 9 a.m.: Ashe County High School is pleased to invite you and your family to the Senior Awards Ceremony in the High School Auditorium. Recognition will be given to seniors for college scholar­ ships, honor graduates, N.C. Scholars, academic achieve­ ments and many other awards. I have asked that Seniors please report all of their awards and scholarships that they have been offered or are accepting toTara Miller (School Councelor) by May 7. This is an exciting time for seniors and their parents! as they relate to environmen­ tal issues. It seeks to help individuals transform their lives by accepting responsibility for the earth and acting upon a commitment to it. The insti­ tute offers seven discussion courses for the community. For information please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Online www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org Wilkes - Ashe Home Review Community College Center is offering: Inspection Exam On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free Smoke Detector for your home! It involves having either our fire marshal or a participat­ ing local fire department mem­ ber go out to your home, fill out a short survey about any exist­ ing smoke alarms and provide some fire safety education while completing the installation. This is made possible through the Ashe County Emergency Management Office. Call Community Outreach with your name, address and phone number and it will be passed on to the Office of Emergency Management and you will be contacted. Call 846-0781. Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking vol­ unteers for upcoming fund raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your dona­ tions for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the Dog Park IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. Ongoing For those who are interested in searching deep enough we Events The Board of Elections meets are offering to host a "Basic the second Tuesday in each Life Seminar" in our home. This month at the Court House in will require a commitment of Jefferson. These meetings are one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight open to the public. weeks. There will be no cost. New River Earth Institute NREI is a nonprofit educational Refreshments will be available. foundation seeking to motivate Work books are provided. If individuals to examine person­ you are interested or would like al actions, habits and values more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385-6129 or 336-877-7835 Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are Underway!! Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes® bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com Our elementary schools need your help! Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for chil­ dren in conjunction with a visit­ ing author program about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336982-4200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more Information, call: 297- 5346 Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold March services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Eucharist is celebrated at 10 a.m.; coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 982-3076. Small Group Opportunity for Newly Married and Engaged Couples. FaithBridge United Methodist Church is offering a new Small Group for Newly Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage relationships. This small group will provide fellowship opportunities with other couples just starting out, as well as offer teaching from a video-based curriculum by two Christian counselors who are experts on marriage, Les and Leslie Parrott. The small group will be facilitated by Rev. Marianne Romanat, pastor of FaithBridge.This group will meet in the home of Kyle and Elise Sigmon in Boone, for Directions call: 828-295-8333 on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March 7th and ending May 9th. Desserts and coffee will be provided by the church, and child care will be available upon request. For more information about this small group opportunity, contact FaithBridge United Methodist Church at 828-2958333 or visiting the church's website: www.faithbridgeumc. org . FaithBridge worships on Sundays at 11am at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive. Dress is casual and child care is provided for all worship services. — \ YOUR HELP * NEEDED! Public health staff & volunteers may stop by your home during the dates and times below to ask for your input about the health of Ashe County. Let's work together, outside your home, to complete a 10-15 minute anonymous interview with you so we can have your input in making our county a healthy place to live, work, worship, learn, and play. Our hours for stopping bv Ashe County homes: Thursday, 5/3: l:30-7:30pm Friday, 5/4 : l:30-7:30pm Saturday, 5/5 : 9:30am-4:30pm Your participation is very important for our community. Information collected from this survey will be used to make key decisions that impact the health of our County. Everyone who participates will receive a special "thank you" gift as a token of our appreciation. QUESTIONS? Contact: Nancy Kautz, Ashe County Healthy Carolinians of Ashe Memorial Hospital at (336) 846-0781 or Jennifer Bryan, Project Manager at (828) 264-4995 orjen.bryan@apphealth.com Public health staff will be in uniform, with identification asking for your help. �PAGE 12A FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Goss visits Mountain View Two hundred choral students from the five Ashe County Schools performed in the Ashe Coun­ ty Choral Festival. The Festival gave students an opportunity to interact with choral students at other schools and to sing with a large choral group.The concert featured individual chorus­ es and massed choir selections.The participating schools were Blue Ridge Elementary under the direction of Chris Watson, Mountain View Elementary under the direction of Pat Lanno, Westwood Elementary under the direction of Leisa Nave, Ashe Middle School under the direc­ tion of Connie Hardison and Ashe County High School under the direction of Andrea Spears. Support funding for the festival is made possible with a Grassroots Project Pool Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency and is sponsored locally by the Ashe County Arts Council. For more information, please call the Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. Photo courtesy of Sandra Peterson North Carolina Senator Steve Goss visited Mountain View Elementary School on April 20. He toured the school and talked with students and staff. He also presented to the student council a state flag that was flown over the State Capitol on April 12 of this year. ^ount Jefferson Motors 2001 Chevy Camaro Z28 Super Auto, 2002 Chevy Suburban LT 4x4, Loaded, Leather, Autoride, 58k miles 63k miles $13,555 $16,998 2007 Dodge Caliber SXT 2005 Ford Five Hundred 15k miles, All Wheel Lots of Mountain Living Homes and Land opens beauty," says Joyce Benner. Mountain Living Homes & Land recently held its grand "Our 'well kept secret' has at­ opening and ribbon-cutting tracted visitors from all walks at its location on U.S. High­ of life and many have decided way 221, near the Watauga to stay and enjoy the peaceCounty line. A throng of well- fulness here." The firm represents buyers, wishers and friends joined Denise Jarvis, broker-owner, sellers and those relocating to Joyce Benner, broker-owner, the High Country. They can and Hugh Rees-Jones, broker, be reached at (336) 877-9696 or by email at info@mounat the event. "Mountain Living is truly a tainlivinghomesandland.com. way of life with breathtaking Their website is www.Mounvistas and cool breezes allow­ tainLivingHomesandLand. com. ing you to relax and enjoy Drive, Warranty 35k miles, Remaining Leather, Loaded ONLY $14,777 2003 Ford Ranger Ext. 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YOU CAN'T GET ANY BETTER." �FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 Friday April 27 Women's Soccer at Forbush 6 p.m. JV/Varsity Softball HOME vs Forbush Varsity 4:30 p.m. JV follows The Huskies Track team will host the Moun­ tain Valley Athletic Conference Champion­ ship Meet on Monday starting at 1 p.m. This week in Husky sports Lightning ranked #1 in state tournament Photos by Michael Graybeal Left: Chris Bowers prepared to start the 3K Steeple Chase. Right: Bowers plants his foot on the hurdle for his leap into the water pit. Photo courtesy of Kevin Nichols The Ashe County Lightning 16U Boys Basketball Team recently participated in the North Carolina YBOA West Regional State Qualifier Tournament held in Morganton, NC. The team won the Regional Championship Tournament, which places them as the first seed in the upcoming North Carolina YBOA State Championships to be held in Salisbury, NC. The team won the event by beating the Carolina Kings Blue from Charlotte, the Salisbury Kings from Salisbury, and the Burke Patriots from Freedom High School in Morganton. The team finished second in each of its two previous tournaments held in Forest City, NC and Salisbury, NC. The team members are as follows: Front Row (L:R): Tatum Lemly, Jordan Nichols, Richie Absher, Daniel Wain. Back Row (LtoR): Coach Keith Lemly, Coach Kevin Nichols, Tucker Clay, Dustin Hamm,Tommy Spagnolo.Tavin Holman, Coach John Spagnolo. Chirs Bowers, a former Track and Cross-Country runner for the Huskies has continued his career at Queens University in Charlotte. Bowers represented the Royals at the LeesMcRae invitational in the 10K Meters Run and the 3K Steeple Chase. Bowers competed in one of the first events of the meet and represented the Royals well when he finished sixth overall, and fourth in his conference with a record breaking time of 34.37 minutes. Bowers' time set a sophomore record for Queens University. On Saturday, Bowers competed in the 3K Steeple Chase and broke his own personal record with this event. Bowers broke his previous personal record by 11 seconds when he finished the race with a time of 10:26 minutes. 12U AAU Tennis team tied for first in MVAC Photo courtesy of Laura Bowers Photo by Michael Graybeal Photo by Michael Graybeal Senior Chris Lyalls returns a ball during his close 7-6 loss against Forbush. Senior Jake Giles plays a ball during his 6-3 6-3 vic­ tory over his opponent. Senior Will Krlder wins the volley with this shot in a 7-5 6-0 victory. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor and Warriors featured the Huskies easily defeating the Warriors by a final team score of 8-1. On Tuesday evening, the team returned to conference play with what was expected to be a tough battle with the Forbush Falcons. The Huskies dominated in singles competition and due Photo by Michael Graybeal Senior Jason Dunphy makes a great play with this shot during his exhibition match. The Huskies Men's Tennis team was able to add two more tallies in their win column this week as they defeated the Oak Hill Warriors on Monday. The non-conference friendly match between the Huskies Senior Ricky Pelton returns a serve from his opponent dur­ ing his 4-6 6-0 8-6 victory on Tuesday evening. See Tennis, page 2B The 12U Boys' Lightning Basketball team was in action again on April 21st and 22nd at the Burke County Western Open in Valdese.The team won three of their four games, losing only in the championship to become runners-up in the tournament. Golf hosts match, leads MVAC by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies golf team hosted their only match of the season this past Tuesday. The teams involved with the match were all sevenconference schools: Ashe, Forbush, Starmount, Surry Central, Wilkes Central, North Wilkes, and North Surry. The match featured a nine-hole match with a triplebogey limit for each hole. The qualifiers for Ashe included Tanner Goodman, Jeremy Davis, Trey Scott, Amos Vannoy, and Matt Reed. Tanner Goodman and Trey Scott led the team with each shooting a 39 for the round to Photo by Michael Graybeal Trey Scott lines up a putt. a team score of 183. Despite having two players shooting the lowest scores of the match, the Huskies still struggled as a team and finished in sixth place in front of North Wilkes. The team scores included: Starmount 159, North Surry 160, Forbush 164, Surry Central 170, Wilkes Central 171, Ashe County 183, and North Wilkes 188. Outside of Trey Scott and Tanner Goodman, the Huskies lowest score was a 51, which was posted by Amos Vannoy. Ezra Eckerman followed with a 54, Jeremy Davis shot a 56, and Matt Reed shot a 57. At the conclusion of the See Golf, page 2B Track finishes regular season Women Seniors Front Row (l:r): Tiffany Shatley, Katrlna Krlder, Caltlln Garn, and Taryn Roten. Back Row (l:r): Kassee Roberts, Emily Gamble, Whitney Stuart, Morgan Stansberry, Katie Gammons, Ashley Bower, Emallne Shatley, and Sarah Wright. The Huskies track and field teams hosted a track meet on Tuesday evening and recognized their senior members during the meet. The Huskies invited Watauga, Starmount, and North Wilkes to participate in the events. Some impressive field event finishes by the Huskies women included: Katrina Krider winning the Long jump with a jump of 14'11" (season best), Morgan Casey threw a season best throw of 67" in the discus, Katie Gammons finished fourth with a throw of 27'11" in shotput (season best), Caitlin Garn finished Photo by Michael Graybeal Men Seniors (l:r): Zach Davis, Chuck Johnson, Viajay Kataria, Dustin 'Billy Bob' Snyder, Sid Carpenter, Randall Pennington, and Chris Blevins. third with a jump of 4'4" in the high jump and Jessica Koontz finished fifth at 4'2", Ashley Bower jumped 8*6" and placed third and Caitlin Garn jumped 8'0" and placed fifth in pole vault. Some impressive field events finishes by the Men's squad included: Lee Critcher placed fourth in the long jump with a jump of 17"9", Robert Johnson threw a season best throw of 81*5" in the discuss, Chris Blevins placed fourth with a jump of 37'2.5" (season best for him), and Aaron Scott placed fifth with a season best See Track, page 2B �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Weekly MVAC standings Golf continued from page IB Reported by Butch Whitesell |>v . mi i Men's Tennis t Women's Soccer Through games as of April 23, 2007 Conference Season W W L L ;V f Through games as of April 23, 2007 Conference Season W W L T L 10 3 FORBUSH 6 0 9 2 2 WILKES CENTRAL 8 2 10 5 ASHE COUNTY 6 2 8 5. 2 SURRY CENTRAL 8 2 12 2 WILKES CENTRAL 5 2 9 6 FORBUSH 4 3 5 5 STARMOUNT 4 3 8 4 1 3 3 3 3 SURRY CENTRAL 3 4 5 8 1 1 7 2 8 NORTH SURRY 1 8 1 9 NORTH SURRY '• 2 NORTH WILKES [k . - - • ' 8 STARMOUNT / ASHE COUNTY 0 11 0 13 NORTH WILKES 0 9 0 13 Photo by Michael Graybeal Softball Tanner Goodman opens up his round with a tee shot right down the center of the fairway on hole 2 at Mountain Aire. match at Mountain Aire on Tuesday, Trey Scott was tied with Cody Collins from North Surry for the player of the year with 228 strokes each. Tyler Jester from Starmount is closely trailing with 229 strokes, and Jacob Lyons is two strokes off the leaders with 230 strokes. The determination of the player of the year was decided on Thursday evening when the MVAC teams participated in the conference tournament. The conference tournament was held at Yadkin Country Club located in Yadkinville, NC. Prior to the match at Mountain Aire, Trey Scott led his team in every match of the season. His past two scores include a 39 stroke round at Stone Mountain Golf Course and then a 76 stroke 18-hole round at Yadkin Country Club. Scott was the medallist at the 18-hole match at Yadkin Country Club. Scott and his fellow competitors competed at the Mountain Valley Conference Championship at Yadkin Country Club on Thursday. Look for results in upcoming papers. Following the Conference Championship, Scott will be competing in the NCHSAA 1A/ 2A Regional Tournament on May 7. Baseball Through games as of April 23, 2007 Season Conference W W L L FORBUSH 8 0 14 3 FORBUSH 9 1 15 5 STARMOUNT 6 2 10 7 SURRY CENTRAL 6 5 10 9 ASHE COUNTY 6 3 11 6 NORTH SURRY 5 5 10 6 SURRY CENTRAL 4 5 7 7 WILKES CENTRAL 5 5 10 9 NORTH SURRY 3 6 6 10 ASHE COUNTY 5 6 10 7 WILKES CENTRAL 2 6 3 15 STARMOUNT 3 6 5 12 NORTH WILKES 1 8 1 14 NORTH WILKES 2 8 6 12 Parks and Recreation Women's Industrial League Basketball April 19, 2007 Ashe Memorial Hospital A&R Construction • 43 38 Ashe Memorial Hospital Leigh Bradley Brandy Craven Kim McNeil Heather Peters Photo by Michael Graybeal Track continued from page IB jump of 35'2.5" in the triple jump, Dakota Price placed second in the shotput with a throw of 44'2.5" (season best), Price also placed third with a jump of 5'6" and Nick May finished fifth with a jump of 5'4" in the high jump, Lee Critcher placed fourth with a jump of 7'6" and Charlie Williams finished fifth with a jump of 7'0" in the pole vault. In the running events, the Huskies had a large number of competitors finish in the front. Some events and results include: 3200-meter relay was won by the Ashe Ladies with a time of 11:16, and the Men finished second with a time of 9:16, Caitlin Garn won the 100-meter high hurdles with a time of 18.5 seconds, Erin Keenan finished second with time of 18.5 seconds, and Taryn Roten finished fourth with a time of 19.7 seconds, in the Boys 110-meter high hurdles, Chris Blevins finished second with time of 17.3 seconds and Aaron Scott finished fourth with a time of 18.4 seconds; in the girls 100-meter sprint, Roxanne Thomas finished third with a time of 13.54 seconds, Cara Church finished fourth with a time of 13.81 seconds, and Jessica Poe finished fifth with a time of 14.25 seconds; in the boys 100-meter sprint, Sid Carpenter finished second with a time of 11.9 seconds; in the girls 4x200-meter relay, the Ashe team finished first with a time of 1:55, the boys 4x200 relay team finished second with a time of 1:37.40 (New school record); in the girls 1600-meter run, Emily Gamble finished second with a time of 6:04, Devin Little second with a time of 6:24, and Emaline Shatley third with a time of 6:35;in the girls 4x100meter relay, Ashe finished first with a time of 53.0 seconds (New school record), in the boys 4xl00-meter relay, Ashe finished second with a new season best time of 47.66 seconds; in the girls' 400-meter sprint, Morgan Stansberry finished first with a^ time of 66.8 seconds, Cara Church second with a time of 67.2 seconds, and Kassee Roberts fifth with a time of 68.87 seconds; the boys 400meter sprint, Aaron Greene finished third for Ashe with a time of 55.38; in the girls 300- meter intermediate hurdles, Garn finished third with i 55 fifth with a ;18'Taiyn fifth In time of 55.75- the hurdleaR?eter inte™ediato hurdles, Blevins finished with a season best time of 45 12 seconds, and Aaron Scott set of 48.59 Unfortunatley ^ due severe weather, the meet had to be postponed at one point for an hour. As a result of the postponment the' te leams were unable t0s rtPe3te oir the 200-metr p 2 meter run, and 4x40n Z l relay. The boy, ^tZZZl alsOt^pedduemmclemTnt 20 8 Lady Reds 45 44 AF Bank Lady Reds Stephanie Ratliff Danna Little 19 12 AF Bank Mika Skutt Mandy Russell 14 12 April 23, 2007 Ashe Memorial Hospital Lady Reds 48 35 Ashe Memorial Hospital Leigh Bradley Monica Sheets 19 12 Lady Reds Stephanie Ratliff Dorian Norris London Ollis 11 6 6 70 25 A&R Construction AF Bank A&R Construction Kim McNeil Heather Peters 26 15 AF Bank Michelle Scott Mandy Russell Tennis continued from page IB to a terminated match due to storming, the Huskies won by a final score of 5-1. The first match of the week featured the Huskies traveling to the Mouth of Wilson to face the Oak Hill Warriors. The Huskies were able to claim five out of six matches in singles competition and swept the Warriors in doubles to win 8-1. 18 9 A&R Construction Amos Vannoy takes his approach shot on hole 2 at Moun­ tain Aire during the match on Monday. Through games as of April 23, 2007 Conference Season W L W L 11 8 Single competition results: #1 seed: David Hawkins (Oak Hill) defeated Jake Giles (Ashe County) 9-7; #2 seed: Will Krider (Ashe County) defeated Mun Seok Choi (Oak Hill) 8-2; #3 seed: Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Paul Helvey (Oak Hill) 8-2; #4 seed: Chris Lyall (Ashe County) defeated Andrew Veermon (Oak Hill) 8-2; #5 seed: Chase Smith (Ashe County) defeated Dae Han (Oak Hill) 8-0; #6 seed: Anand Patel (Ashe County) defeated Kun Woo Lee (Oak Hill) 8-0. Doubles • competition results: Lyall/ Smith ac defeated Hawkins/ Choi oh 81; Alex Wolfe/ Alex Graybeal (Ashe County) defeated Helvey/ Veerman (Oak Hill) 8-0; Jason Dunphy/ Nathan Greene (Ashe County) defeated Roh/ Chong (Oak Hill) 8-0. On Tuesday evening, the Huskies returned to conference play by hosting the Forbush Falcons for an important match. With a victory over the Falcons, the Huskies would be in a threeway tie with Wilkes Central and Surry Central for first place in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference. The Huskies responded to the situation with an impressive 5-1 victory over the Falcons to force the three-way tie. Singles results: #1 seed: Jake Giles (Ashe County) defeated David Hawks (Forbush) 6-3 6-3; #2 seed: Will Krider (Ashe County) defeated Caleb We8t(Forbush) 7-5 6-0; #3 seed: Ricky Pelton County) defeated (Ashe Chris Long (Forbush) 46 6-0 8-6; #4 seed: Justin Sharpe (Forbush) defeated Chris Lyall (Ashe County) 76 6-2; #5 seed: Chase Smith (Ashe County) defeated Chris Harper (Forbush) 63 6-1; #6 seed: Anand Patel (Ashe County) defeated Drew Linville (Forbush) 6-3 6-0. The doubles competitions was canceled due to the incoming storms during the evening, but were unnecessary due to the five victories by the Huskies were sufficient enough to claim the victory. However, the teams were able to complete two exhibition matches. In singles, Jason Dunphy (Ashe County) was defeated by Andrew Wood (Forbush) 6-4. Doubles exhibition featured Alex Wolfe/ Alex Graybeal (Ashe County) defeating Ryan Williamson/ Lucas Revis (Forbush) 8-5. The match for the Huskies was their senior night. The Huskies have six seniors on their squad. The seniors include: Chris Lyall, Jake Giles, Jason Dunphy, Ricky Pelton, Will Krider, and Aaron Jones. The victory over the Falcons increased the Huskies' record to 12-3 on the season and an impressive 9-2 in conference. The Huskies returned to action Wednesday evening when they traveled to Wilkes Central to face the Eagles. With a victory over the Eagles, the Huskies are now guarnteed at least to be CoChampions for the conference. Depending on the result of the match between Surry Central and Starmount. A victory by Surry Central puts the Huskies as Co-Champions, but if Starmount defeats Surry Central, then the Huskies will be Champions. With the victory over Wilkes Central, the Huskies are now guarnteed a spot in the NCHSAA Dual-Team playoffs. Look for results from the Wilkes Central match in Tuesday's paper. 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Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next weeh! �PAGE 3B FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST American Legacy Real Estate moves into Ashe Submitted by American Legacy Real Estate-Blue Ridge give the buyer and seller the best opportunity to view or feature a property in to offer. You, as a result, benefit from this goal in the form of Audio Video Tours, an American Legacy Real Estate exclusive. Another example of our advanced technology working for you can be experienced on the community information pages. On our community information pages we have listed names and phone numbers for businesses and organizations such as hospitals, schools, banks, restaurants and hotels as well as many others. We have also added an Interactive Map to help you find your way to any of these locations. These pages will become a source of information that you will want to bookmark for future reference when wanting information for the Ashe, Watauga and Avery county areas. When referring to our "OldFashioned Values" we at American Legacy understand that real estate is still a person to person business and emphasize to our agents and staff to respond to your inquiries and requests in a timely, accurate and courteous manner. We stress attention todetail, and follow through that • you should expect in getting answers to your questions to help guide you through your mountain property buying and selling decisions. At American Legacy Real Estate, you the customer are our number one priority and we value your business. All the staff at American Legacy Real Estate-Blue Ridge will continue to be involved in this community to make it a better place to call "home," so please stop in and visit, so we can show you what American Legacy Real Estate is all about. American Legacy Real Estate-Blue Ridge is located at 1836 Hwy. 221 in Jefferson. For information, call 336982-2558 or go online to www.alre-blueridge.com. 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Lot 15 has a 3BR/2BA septic system in place Lot 13 is a nice level acre lot that fronts the New River. This land has it all' $99,500. 154382. 3.827 Acres on Bare Knob Road - Peaceful 3.8 acres of land. Property has knoll at the top which has great long range views on two sides. This would make a wonderful homesite. SELLER HAS PRICEDT0 SELL - $9,200 BELOW TAX VALUE. $52,000. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE USTS. CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.e21 heritagercalty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST UNO OF HAWAII Did you know that May 1st is a holiday in the state of Hawaii? Lei Day is a celebration in Hawaii which has occurred each year since 1928. The holiday was created by the American poet Don Blanding. Blanding was famous for his works of poetry which celebrated warm, tropical climates. His famous catch phrase, May Day is Lei Day", was the inspiration for the holiday. It is customary in the Hawaiian Islands on this day to give, receive, and wear leis. A lei is a ring of flowers, usually worn around the neck, tied together with string. Leis are a symbol of love and friendship, and are given to symbolize peace. They are most often presented to visitors when arriving or leaving the islands. Tpurism has made this a very popular tradition at the airports in Hawaii! The state of Hawaii is made up of a string of islands in the Pacific Ocean. There are eight major islands: Kauai, Lanai, Maui, Oahu, Molokai^Hawaii, Niihau, and Kahoolawe. Hawaii was first settled by Polynesians who crossed the oceans in canoes almost 1,800 years ago! At one time different chiefs ruled the islands. But in the 1700's one chief, Kamehameha, made himself the king. The next people to make it to the islands after the Polynesians were the British. They first came to Hawaii in 1778. In 1893, American and European businessmen overthrew the ruling Polynesian queen. In 1959, Hawaii became the last state to join the United States of Amenca. Today there are over 1.2 million people living in the state of Hawaii. Approximately 900,000 of these people live in the capital city of Honolulu, located on the main island of Hawaii. This island is the largest of the eight, and is twice the size of all the other islands. Each year the amount of land on Hawaii increases. This is due to volcanic activity. Volcanoes are still active on the Hawaiian Islands, and with each eruption, more land is created from cooled lava. Tourism and the U.S. military are very important to the economy of the islands. Many important products come from Hawaii, such as flowers, pineapple, macadamia nuts, coffee, sugar, and chickens and cattle. LEI DAY C90S/W0RD PUZZLE Complete the puzzle using the clues below! M won® S&sjiCsll M&wm& Find the words hidden in the puzzle below! L C C B U E T D N M Q N S N K N N B K P R N W K Z U X V F Q H K 0 Q B 0 W V 0 E H P V G T F T G M Z U P J S L J A P U Y T J P Q 0 C H R z V P E L P P A E N I P K L G F L O W E R S G I K B R Q W Q N C 0 0 I C N M V G Z G Q 0 U N G A H E P K S I N C H Z A L N C 0 E S T R I K S S S A J X P C J F D N V 0 L z M J R N P R I R N M H E wz V U M A C A D A M I D U D A J F A Q R U L R Y Z W E H C P B B I G B R X M M J U B R J C I V R L S L L Z Z I 0 N iUDDlM Beach Canoes P P K 0 H K Don Blanding B W 0 R H Flowers V I G D O F Grass Skirts N U V B K A Hawaii Y A U P Z A Honolulu C A E B F E Lei Y A D Y A M Lei Day R G R I H F Macadamia Nuts Maui C A N 0 E S May Day T R X W S L Pacific Ocean A N U T S C Pearl Harbor U Z G L H R Pineapple G K J C J T Polynesian Sugar N P R T G Q Tropical. Z 0 R S O A K I D Y B O US Military Volcanoes N L V E U Y C WM T R E Z L U S Q G N F A R 0 J Z•Y HOW TO MARE A LEI! B D X A I Y U R D G S Y THI HULA DANCE Follow the directions below to make your own lei! Take squares of brightly colored tissue paper and crumple them up lightly, one by one, in your hand. Jhen with permission from an adult, use a needle and thread to string them together. Tie the two ends of the thread together, and you will have a lei! ACROSS CLUES: HOW TO MARK PINEAPPLE PUNCH , 1. Second people to the islands. 4. How did the first people get there? 5. Poet who created Lei Day. 7. These are still active in Hawaii. 9. What day is Lei Day on each year? 10. Name of the largest island. 11. First people to the islands. ou will need: For centuries, the people of WAIL-.*! A blender Hawaii did not have a written SM&I LOOK AUZlfl language. Stories were passed Circle the shirt that's different! 1 fresh pineapple ~ V* cup of ginger ale [ down from generation to % cup of orange juice generation through the hula 1 tablespoon of lime juice dance. This is a dance which is accompanied by chants. People In a blender, puree the doing the hula wear grass pineapple chunks. Do about skirts, a native dress of Hawaii. 4 at a time. Then add To do the hula, sway hips by shifting weight to the in all the other ingredient right side and lifting up left heel. Then shift weight to and blend on a low speed the left heel. Then shift weight to the left side and lift until mixed. Now you have a right heel. Then sway arms gently from side to side.^ 7# suv traditional Hawaiian drink! |mJ»| . 0 8 *®\l U S ' J O U t l U DOWN CLUES: y o s ( o z h n u VK ooiy iSH&o! I £ i \ irjmo **** a H i o z ft v v X a A n N 1oao u 2 M M O M I r |0 ^ X H O X 44 3 M i «H300d 2. Capital of Hawaii? 3. R'n9 °f flowers, worn around neck. • i|?JJ J J J4.Before the king, who ruled 8303 Hawaii? 6.The first king of Hawaii? 8.Popular Hawaiian fruit. 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Inc I 60lS',effersonAvenueWest,effersonNC Chevrolet 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Loan Office • home • business • auto • personal • construction West Jefferson, NC • 336.846.1044 Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" MIA 127 Beaver Creek School Road • Wesi Jefferson 336-246-3367 �JEFFERSON POST FRIPIAY/ APRIL 27, 2007 PAGE 5B LIGHTERSIDE OM/GOSH/ . \ ( YSS; iNP I'LL UY THAT SHE'sArrr II lit AGAIN/ J. S TK TOO! ACROSS 1 Balaam's beast 4 Spud 9 Passing fashions 13 Swerve 17 "Mighty ' a Rose" 18 Physicist Joliot-Curie 19 Flick 20 Correctional 22 Start of a remark by Milton Berle 24 Where Devils fight Flames 25 Musical of Tomorrow" 26 Swit co-star 27 They may be frozen 29 Dweeb 31 "Bom in the ('84 hit) 32 Neat as _ 34 Part 2 of remark 38 Jeopardize 42 Fairy-tale start 43 Base stuff? 44 TV's 'The _ Squad" 45 Johnson of "Brief Encounter" 47 Rainbow shape 49 Where to find edel­ weiss Oi/Vtf/WOT IS VA DOIN'? OH POPEYE...SO PAR IVE SAVED OVER SIX HUNDRED DOLLARS/ BY BUYING EVERYTHING ATA 50% ^DISCOUNT/ y Ythowja L VA DO i(ThL THAT? OVER A THOUSAND \f WHERE'D DOLLARS' WORTH OP ) YA GITTH* GOODIES/V DOUGH? I CHARGED IT ON V BUT YA DONT\ MY CREDIT CARD/A OWN A CREDIT MISTER BREGER HOW MUCH DIDJA BUY 800MOO! WHY MUST YOU ALWAYS TAKE THE JOY OUT OP HOME Weekly SUDOKU by Linda Thistle HERE"S your Uncle Walter, dear—he DID arrive on the two-twenty-seven!" Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all ot the numbers trom one to nine. DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: * * Moderate * * Challenging * * • HOO BOY! OUTDOOR TIPS FAMILV CAMPING WHEN TRAVEL/NG TO VOUR CAMPING DESTINATION, PON'T FORGET A UTTER BAG FOR YOUR CAR... ALSO, TO KEEP SMALL CHILDREN INVOLVED MAKE TWEM PEGFONGFFELE FOR KEEPING CAMPING AREA CLEAN OF LITTER... „///A, INI © 2007 King Features Synd., Inc. World rights reserved HOCUS-FOCUS Weekly SUDOKU i BY HENRY BOLTINOFF fjJ. \ by Linda Thistle In Concert IVtay 12 f>1 at 7:00pm Blue Pidye Elementary Adults $8 • Children 3-12 $4, 3 and Under Free CARRY A V SMALL BROOM TO KEEP TENT FLOOR CLEAN Find at least six differences In details between panels. f nN \——i ***i\ =n \TS\ V Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: * • Moderate * * Challenging * * * HOO BOY! Tusje^ip si jieg s.ubujom 9 'Bujssiuj Sj pjoo g •luajeiup si xoedxoeg > peppe si emioid E Bmssiw si MopujM jooq z |U8J9|j!P s| qouxjooq i :seou9J0uia BARKER'S STONE AND LANDSCAPING SUPPLIES All types of Decorative Gravel All types of Flagstone & Veneer Stone Garden Statues Ashe Memorial Hospital is grateful to Dean C. Jones, Jr., M.D. for his dedicated service to our hospital and to Ashe County. For over 44 years Dr. Jones, Jr. has served the needs of the community. Dr. Jones, Jr. better known as "Doc" is truly one of a kind. Dr. Jones, Jr. graduated from the University of North Carolina School Of Medicine at Chapel Hill in 1956. He performed his residency in Charlotte, NC. Joined our hospital staff on January 10, 1963 and will be closing his practice on April 30, 2007. It is hard to imagine not having Dr. Jones, Jr. here at the hospital caring for patients. His dedication to our community, to our hospital is truly a display of service above self. Dr. Jones' life has been dedicated to caring for anyone who needed his service. His dedication to Ashe Memorial Hospital has served the community in making sure they have a hospital. It is with a sad heart that we see our "Doc" quit. But it is with a glad heart that we send him into retirement. We wish Dr. Jones, Jr. a We will be having a retirement reception for Dr. Dean C. Jones, Jr. on Sunday, May 6, 2007 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the hospital dining room $1.40 each 1 Ton Truck Mulch $65.00 (plus delivery) 384-3703 or 977-3253 Dr. Dean C. Jones, Jr. Retires very happy retirement. 4" x 12" Decorative Block 2013 Deep Ford Road Lansing, NC Sponsored by Warrensville Vol. Fire & Rescue Dept Thanks Doc for caring for so many of us for so long. You are greatly appreciated! Amish Furniture Swings and Gliders, etc �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, APRIL 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 120-Schools & Instruct HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper 888-212-1277 Associated Training Services (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper www •quipm#ntop«r«lor com (Wednesday 9:00 am) 140-Help Wanted IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post Is not responsible for .incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size! of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: ] Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) e-mail: classified© jeffersonpost com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It illegal to advertise any preterences Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap. financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women A people socurlng custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal oslato which is in violation of the law. Our renders are here by informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found near State Park off NC Hwy 88. young, male yellow golden retriever mix with white feet. No collar. Call 982-4456. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services "Cents make Dollars" Apply at office in Blowing Rock. 828-295-9568 HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR 1 (Position 743-40-1605). FT New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Ashe County. Case Manager serving adult consumers with MI/SA/DD on the Assertive Community Treatment Team. Duties include: monitoring, arranging, coordinating and liking consumers with needed services. Will work primarily in consumers' homes and in community. Minimum requirements: Bachelor's degree in a human service field and two years of related human services counseling/therapy, which provides experience in techniques of counseling/therapy, case management or group work, one of which was supervised. Usual Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8-5, must be flexible for occasional evening or weekend hours. Typical-hiring range: $33,564 $38,424. Submit state application and school transcripts to. Ashe County Employment Security Commission, 626 Ashe Central School Rd, Unit 5, Jefferson. NC 28640. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart make "Cents" Enterline & Russell Builders is seeking Carpenters & Helpers for projects in Watauga, Ashe and Avery Counties. Benefits include: •Health Insurance •Paid Holidays •401K Savings Plan Telephone; (336) 846-7164 Fax. I (336)846-7165 Classifieds Christmas Tree Field Supervisor Full-time position for hands-on, organized team player with a proven work ethic and leadership skills. Experience with farm equipment and agriculture preferred. Horticulture. Forestry or Agriculture education a plus. Responsible for assisting in management of all aspects of large Tree Farming Operation. Benefits include health insurance and paid vacation. Mail letter of application with references to: Field Supervisor. PO Box 89, Glendale Springs. NC 28629 Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need Pianist/Organist One or both for Lansing Presbyterian Church, in Lansing, NC. If interested, 140-Help Wanted 336-384-9049 BENEFIT YARD SALE TO HELP LARRY & PEGGY ALLEN with medical expenses. SAT, APRIL 28th 7 AM-1 PM Items include: men's and women's clothing cookware, cookbooks DVD's, floor model TV, luggage, Home Interior and much more! Location: At the brick house across from JR's Produce/Landmark in Smethport. KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only S5.95 each Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Part-time Position for Christmas Tree Farm work. Must have experience using farm equipment. Call 336-982-8733. YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: WANTED: CARPENTER Must have experience with Framing and Interior Trim. Call 336-846-4960 after 5 pm. Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Frl. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am 180-Appliances For Sale - Washer, less than 2 years old and an older dryer for $125. Also have refrigerator with icemaker for $50. Selling all 3 for $150! Call 336-384-3194. Two inch space for the above costs. Wanted to buy: Miniature Jenny Donkey Call 977-9309 260-Garage/Yard Sales 2 FAMILY YARD SALE THURS, APRIL 26 12 NOON - UNTIL FRI, APRIL 27 8 AM - UNTIL SAT, APRIL 28 8 AM - UNTIL Women's clothingsizes 8-14, men's clothing, children's clothing, sizes 8-16, DVD's, jewelry, curtains, bedspreads, lots of other house­ hold items, shoes, pocketbooks, lots of misc. items. DON'T MISS THIS ONE! Location: 2660 Hwy 221/ New Hwy 16 House across from Mountain View School ARTifactsYard Sale Preview Party and Sale Friday, April 27 7 PM - 9 PM Get the best before the rest. $3 admission charge. Musical Entertainment and refreshments. Call 336-846-ARTS for more Info. Location: West Jefferson School Gym ARTifactsYard Sale Sat, April 28 8 am - 2 pm. Big Sale sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. Proceeds to benefit community and school art programming. Call 336-846-ARTS for more info. Location: West Jefferson School Gym Looking for a Career? Look No Further!! Wendy's in West Jefferson is NOW Hiring Dayshift and Nightshift Positions 300^ Miscellaneous For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press. 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 F * |ji f, 7 f 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale For Sale: Boxer Puppies. AKC Registered, male and female. Fawn, tails and dew claws have been cut. have had all shots, parents on sight. Ready to go. $350. Call 336-957-7220 House For Sale By Owner. 3 bedroom, approx. 1600 sq ft, heat pump. Monitor heater, new floor coverings and new paint. Located in Jefferson, NC. $155,000. Appointment only. Call 336-977-6242, 336-977-4460, 336-877-1000 336-846-9831 Gus (ID #42) is a 3-4 year old black lab mix. He's about 40 lbs in size and has shorter, squatter legs than a regular lab. Gus is a friendly guy who likes to give kisses. Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 Let FREEDOM HOMES be your 1st choiceI Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION WANTED: Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. 330-Pets 336-877-2330 290-Horses & Livestock 235-Christmas Trees please call John Powers at 260-Garage/Yard Sales LOAN ASSISTANT/OFFICE COORDINATOR Jefferson Clerical, accounting, loan processing, gen. loan servicing, and customer service. Responsible for office operations and reporting. Skills in MS Office programs req. 1-2 years specialized office training or equiv. experience preferred. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Send confidential resume stating salary required to HR. Carolina Farm Credit. PO Box 1827 Statesville, NC 28687 or email to hrdept @cfarmc.com Resumes accepted until 5/4. EEO www.carolinafarm credit.com \ HERBALIFE DISTRIBUTOR Free Samples. Call 888-567-8851 BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. IT'S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem, Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available 530-Lots & Acreage For lease: 200 acres pasture land for cattle. Ready now. Call 336-384-2612 for more information Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1090- Lawn Care For Sale: Swisher Grass and Leaf Lawn Sweeper & DR Deck Chute. Like new. $800. 982-2105 or 977-0104 IMl The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 310-Musical nUM?[ikn rJMJ ta i^re We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy. sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information For Sale - Cyclone fence dog lot. 20'L x 10'W x 5.5 H, 3' swing­ ing door on one end. Excellent condition. $585. 336-846-9562. 2 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home, newly remodeled, in Town of West Jefferson. Large private lot. Kitchen appliances included. $500 per month, security deposit. No pets. Call 384-4228 Lawn Mowing Service Free quotes and fair rates. 336-877-5791 or 336-620-2122. 1115- Furnished 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment for rent, minutes from town. $525 monthly. Deposit required. 336246-7337. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Office and warehouse space 2,400 to 3,200 sq. ft. Office designed to tenants specifica­ tions. Off Beaver Creek School Rd. in West Jefferson city limits. 336-246-9612 Professionals Antique Furniture Refinishing Call week days after 6:00 pm. Week ends - any time. Call 1-336-384-9102 Ask for Bob Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards. Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Calne at 336-977-2113 Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk' AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Weekend Medical Technologist We are seeking a Full-time Medical Technologist 6:30 am shift with an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technology Program), (linical Laboratory Scientist (NCA, ASMT) or Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Technologist (AMT, HEW, or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT, ASCP. AMT. current CPR and previous computer experience preferred. Responsible tor performing independently, without direct supervision, medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments and analysis to provide data for diagnosis and treatment. Come by and see Melissa or Bob to till out an To apply: Apply on-line at www.ashememorial org or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources. Ashe application at: 1380 Mount Jefferson Road in M™7"al'Inc" 200 HosPi,a' West Jefferson, NC 1195-Legals Professlonals Let me help i/on to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera rendu ads. High-end quality at reasonable rail's. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graplix at 336-982-5145 or email NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Mary E. Cope, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 247 Quail Hollow Rd., Jefferson, NC. 28640 on or before the 6th day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 2nd day of April, 2007. Albert R. Cope Executor for the Estate of Mary E. Cope NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF RONALD GIRTMAN, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF WANDA JO EDGE WALKER GIRTMAN The undersigned, having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Wanda Jo Edge Walker Glrtman, deceased, late of Ashe County, North Carolina this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 14th day of July, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. This the 10th day of April 2007. Publication dates 4/13/07; 4/20/07; 4/27/07; 5/4/07 Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Robert Keith Jessup, Jr., late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at P.O. Box 5, Jefferson, NC. 28640 on or before the 6th day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 27th day of April. 2007. Scott W. Reid, Executor of the estate of Gilda Scott Reid. 101 LeBlanc Court Cary, NC 27513 1195-Legals John T. Kilby Kilby & Hurley P.O. Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as the Executor of the Estate of Gilda Scott Reid late of Ashe County, North Carolina, the under­ signed does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations hav­ ing claims against the Estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or be­ fore July 31. 2007 or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate of Gilda Scott Reid will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. FOR HIRE Ronald Girtman RO. Box 215 Jefferson, NC 28640 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS John M.Logsdon McElwee Firm, PLLC 906 Main Street North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 Attorneys for the Estate NOTICE TO CREDITORS This is the 2nd day of April, 2007. Sheryl L. Jessup Administratrix for the Estate of Robert Keith Jessup, Jr. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Hattie Rosetta Campbell, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 3744 N. 1700 East Rd., Heyworth, IL 61745 on or before the 31st of July, 2007. or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Joseph S. Wolfinger, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 354 Park Vis­ ta Rd., West Jefferson, NC, on or before the 20th day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their This the 23rd day of recovery. All persons April, 2007. indebted to the estate will please make imme­ E. Sue Miller diate payment to the Administratrix for the undersigned. Estate of Hattie Rosetta Campbell This the 13th day of IN THE GENERAL April, 2007. COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH Nell Fensterle CAROLINA Joseph F. Wolfinger SUPERIOR COURT Co-Executors DIVISION for the Estate of ASHE COUNTY Joseph S. Wolfinger 07SP36 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE Having qualified as Co- OF A DEED OF Executors of the Estate TRUST EXECUTED of Polly I. Patrick, late BY KENNETH W. of Ashe County, North MILLER AND ROBIN Carolina, this is to LYNN MILLER DATED notify all persons DECEMBER 19, 2005 having claims against AND RECORDED IN said estate to present BOOK 339 AT PAGE them to the under­ 2097 IN THE ASHE signed at 8031 S. 3410 COUNTY PUBLIC W., West Jordan, UT, REGISTRY, NORTH 84088, on or before the CAROLINA 20th day of July. 2007, or this Notice will be NOTICE OF SALE pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons Pursuant to a Court indebted to the estate order and under and by will please make imme­ virtue of the power and diate payment to the authority contained in undersigned. the above-referenced deed of trust and This the 16th day of because of default in April, 2007. the payment of the indebtedness thereby Debbie Thompson secured and failure to Bill Bradley, carry out and perform Co-Executors for the the stipulation and Estate of agreements therein Polly I. Patrick contained and, pur­ suant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by said deed of trust, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 10:00 AM on Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY for Friday/Saturday/Sundays 5:30pm to 1115- Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640. or email to hr^ashcmemorial org Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Home Care Director Hospice RN IT Systems Engineer We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE �FRIDAY , APRIL 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals May 2, 2007 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated there­ on, situated in Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more partic­ ularly described as follows: certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expira­ tion of the statutory upset period. all remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Fol­ lowing the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. A certain tract of land containing 0.877 acres according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes and Assoc. P.A. PLS #3094, located in Old Fields Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on a P/K nail set in the intersec­ tion of the Beaver Creek School Road and NCSR #1241; thence North 32 deg. 36 min. 28 sec. West for a distance of 175.59 feet to a 1'42" rebar set on the west side of the road; thence down and with the creek and a division of the Johnson-Lineberger proper­ ty; North 64 deg. 27 min. 07 sec. East for a distance of 205.02 feet to a point in the creek; thence North 79 deg. 01 min. 48 sec. East for a distance of 28.22 feet to a point in the creek; thence South 27 deg. 40 min. 03 sec. East for a distance of 159.49 feet to a point in the center of NCSR tt\248; thence with the center of the road South 62 deg. 23 min. 50 sec. West for a distance of 216.78 feet to the BEGINNING. There is also conveyed unto the Grantees, their heirs and assigns, a shared driveivay easement for the cur­ rently existing driveUHiy. All parties using said shared driveway shall share equally in the maintenance and repair of the driveway, and said driveway shall be unobstructed allow­ ing all parties ingress, egress and regress over the driveway. There is also herein conveyed unto the Grantees, their heirs and assigns, an ease­ ment of water rights to the well located upon adjoining property, this water easement to in­ clude the right to obtain water from said well as well as the right to lay, construct, maintain, improve, and repair reservoirs, pipe lines, electric lines, pumps, and electrical connec­ tions associated with pumping water from said well. There is also included the right of in­ gress and egress to said well for said purposes, such rights to be appurtenant to and run with the land. Grantees, their heirs and assigns, agree to pay a pro rata sluire of the expense of electric­ ity for the pump and shall share pro rata with all users of said well the expense of maintenance of the well, pipelines, reservoirs, pumps, and associa ted fix tures. And Being more commonly known as: 2772 Beaver Creek School Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflect­ ed on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Kenneth W. Miller and Robin Lynn Miller. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any rep­ resentation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environ­ mental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are dis­ claimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encum­ brances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure, for paying, if any. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of The date of this Notice is April 11.2007. Grady Ingle Substitute Trustee 8520 Cliff Cameron Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc/ 07-90739 IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY 07SP30 The date of this Notice is April 10, 2007. Grady Ingle Substitute Trustee 8520 Cliff Cameron Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc/ N OR TH CA. R O L I M A 1-800-VISIT NC Discover the state you're in. WWW.VISITNC.COM. 06-88506 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY GREGORY EU­ GENE POE DATED APRIL 19, 2006 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 346 AT PAGE 331 IN THE ASHE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Pursuant to a Court order and under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and failure to carry out and perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pur­ suant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by said deed of trust, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 11:30 AM on May 11, 2007 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated there­ on, situated in Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING Lot Nos. 178181, inclusive, of Lawfield Acres Subdivision, lefferson, NC as described in plat of record in the Ashe County Registry and duly recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 91, enve­ lope 352B; also, more fully described in Revised Plat Book 4, at page 352B and referral Is made to such recordation for fuller description set forth therein. Being the same proper­ ty as described in that certain deed from Betty S. Barker to Gregory Eugene Poe dated 1 October 1997, and of record in Deed Book 224, at pages 12021203, Ashe County Registry, said docu­ ment Incorporated by reference as though fully set out herein m. WML. •utHi A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gift. <5>uL><scription for... In Ashe County Name • $36.OO FFL Address Seniors In Ashe Co. City. Out-of-County (All) differently... Nomlnilt outstanding t..chert for th« Presidential Awards for Excellence In Mathematics H. Science Teaching — the nation's highest honor for mathematics and science teachers, awarded by the White House. For more Information and nomination forms, please visit www.paemst.ore. 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Benefits include: Competitive Salary, Shift Differential, Medicine at a reduced cost. OPEN HOUSE MAY 5 & 6 from 1 to 3 PM wnar to Iwlp provenI oy» ultuln. Wilkes Community Check Out Thl» Local Property: tihcnit computer www.ch«cliyearly.cora I • $46.50 Name The record owner(s) of the property, as reflect­ ed on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Gregory Eugene Poe. I • $33.OO State A. Gift, from: And Being more commonly known as: 218 Benfield Drive, Jefferson, NC 28640 The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any rep­ resentation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environ­ mental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are dis­ claimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encum­ brances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure, for paying, if any. 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The group consisted of twenty-three 8th grade youth: Austin Mast, Alex Vogl, Cody Bare, Jake Eller, Sean Turnmire, Courtney Walls, Jimmy Funes, Lizzie Hanes, Tiffany Rash, Cassie Jones, Denise Calhoun, Ash­ ley Honeycutt, Allison Day, Holly Boyd, Stephanie McVey, Allison Widner, Mikey Bard, Kristen Clarke, Ashley Carter, Hope Greene, Courtney Winebarger, Jaclyn Cox, and Court­ ney Bowers. Judy Greer. 8th grade teacher; Dana Johnson, 7th grade teacher; Nichole Ostwald, 8th grade counsel­ or; Kitty Honeycutt, parent; Jeannie Hanes, parent; Dru Thompson, 4-H Program As­ sociate, SOS; Jada Weaver, 4-H Bulldog Alert SOS Coor­ dinator, and Jennifer Miller, Extension Agent, 4-H accom­ panied the group to Raleigh. The group departed from Ashe County Middle School story apartment complex. on Friday, March 9, 2007 at 6 Following lunch, students en­ a.m. for Raleigh. Once in Ra­ joyed a tour of the legislative leigh, youth participated in a building, where they gained service learning project with insight into the creation and Raleigh's Food Shuttle, an passing of laws for the state organization specializing in of North Carolina. The Wolfdelivering food items to needy pack Stadium was next on the individuals and families. 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Dustin Farmer (bus driver) was also a valuable asset as chauffer, chaperone, and guide. Dru Thompson, 4-H Pro­ gram Associate, Support Our Students, stated "the stu­ dents, teacher sponsors, par­ ents, and 4-H staff were all pleased with the teamwork and activities shared togeth­ er." Jennifer Miller, Extension Agent, 4-H, emphasized that, "this will hopefully be one of many 4-H opportunities that will be offered to Ashe County 4-H participants in the months to come focusing on building strengths and en­ couraging leadership develop­ ment." H&J Total Lawn Care AYowntam Field Residential & Commercial I the Wolfpack Hall of Fame of Champions. Each participant received a NC State Universi­ ty back bag. Friday evening, the group traveled to the State 4-H Office where they enjoyed dinner, a 4-H presentation, and participated in team building activities. Marshall Stewart, Ed.D., Associate Di­ rector, State Program Leader Department of 4-H Youth De­ velopment and Family and Consumer Sciences, welcomed Case Club members and en­ couraged them to "continue to excel in school" and reminded them that "education is the most important resource they can acquire to achieve their dreams." Jacob Furr, 4-H State Youth President and Mary Kathryn Hardison, 4-H Member, provided the group with information on leader­ ship opportunities and ex­ plained how 4-H can assist youth in achieving their col­ legiate goals at the district, state and national levels. Saturday began with a movie at the IMAX Theatre called, "Sharks 3-D," an excit­ ing three dimensional science film. Following the movie the group toured the Exploris Mu­ seum, an interactive hands-on museum focusing on cultures of international societies and science activities. No trip would be complete without a visit to the Hanes Mall. 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Held July 6-28, this summer arts celebra­ tion will feature artists as diverse as they are talented, from Dame Evelyn Glennie, Julia Fischer and the East­ ern Philharmonic Orchestra to the Mystical Arts of Tibet, Ellis and Defayeo Marsalis and the Mark Morris Dance Group to Bruce Hornsby, Old Crow Medicine Show and Wynonna. The dynamic sum­ mer season is completed by five visual arts exhibitions, including two national com­ petitions and a season filled with hands-on educational opportunities. Presented annually by Ap­ palachian State University's Office of Arts & Cultural Programs, An Appalachian Summer Festival is attended by more than 25,000 people, and has emerged as one of the nation's most innovative and highly regarded regional, multidisciplinary arts festi­ vals. Now entering its 23rd season, the festival is com­ mitted to showcasing Ameri­ can talent, commissioning new works, and building new audiences for the fine arts. For many years, the festival has been named one of the "Top 20 events in the South­ east" by the Southeast Tour­ ism Society. Getaway packages, Restaurant discounts and shuttle service For visitors to Boone dur­ ing July, the festival offers Summer Arts Getaway Pack­ ages. These packages are de­ signed to be flexible for the desired length of stay, and can be tailored with a variety of lodging and entertainment options. Lodging is avail­ able at Best Western - Blue Ridge Plaza, the Broyhill Inn, Chetola Resort and Crestwood Inn. Packages include lodging, tickets to festival events, guides and maps to area arts attractions, restau­ rant discounts and the op­ tion of adding tickets to other area attractions for a readymade vacation in the beauti­ ful Appalachian Mountains. For more information about summer arts getaway pack­ ages, visit www.appsummer. org/vacations. Festival patrons can also take advantage of convenient Dining Discounts and Park & Ride Shuttle Service, de­ signed to create a hassle-free evening around a world-class arts experience. More infor­ mation about festival event convenience options is avail­ able at www.appsummer.org. Funding Sources An Appalachian Summer Festival would be unable to present and publicize its wide range of extraordinary programming without criti­ cal private funding sources, including a loyal and gener­ ous donor base and a group of outstanding corporate and media sponsors that are dedicated to promoting the arts in our region. In addi­ tion to the corporate support provided for the festival's Outdoor Concert by Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation and Westglow Resort and Spa, the festival sponsors include SkyBest Communications, Laurelmor - A Ginn Club Resort, Ford Motor Company, Mast General Store, Best Western - Blue Ridge Plaza, Footslog­ gers, Rock 'n Walls, Inc., Al­ len Wealth Management, The Inn at Crestwood, Peabody's Wine and Beer Merchants, The Mountain Times, All About Women magazine, the Winston-Salem Journal, the High Country News, WBTV, WCYB, Charter Communi­ cations, Mountain Television Network, Aisling Broadcast­ ing, WETS 89.5FM, WDAV 89.9FM, WFDD 88.5FM, WNCW 88.7FM and WASU 90.5FM. Tickets and information Tickets are now on sale for all festival performances. Ticket prices for most festival performances are $18-$30 for adults; $10-$20 for students; and $5-$10 for children 12 and under. Many events are offered at no charge. For tickets or to request a festival brochure, call 800.841.2787 (ARTS), or 828.262.4046, or visit: www.app8ummer.org Coppelia at the Galax High School The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre presents the lighthearted comedy ballet Coppe­ lia, Saturday, April 28 at 7pm and Sunday, April 29 at 4pm at the Galax High School Au­ ditorium, Galax, Virginia. Coppelia is one of the 19th century's bounciest ballets. Conservatory artistic direc­ tor and former professional ballerina, Barbara Johnson presents a world of quarrel­ ling lovers, of toys prancing into life, of cheery peasants who proudly perform their national dances. The production is full of bright steps and mischief. Like The Nutcracker, Coppe­ lia is drawn from an ETA Hoffmann tale and is a lighter, sunnier ballet. Coppelia is per­ fect for children. This ballet will be the final Conservatory perfor­ mance for high school seniors Jenna Jack­ son and Kristen Wood. Tickets-are adults $10 and students $5 and are available at Fine Lines on 119 W Gray­ son St in Downtown Galax. For more informa­ tion contact the Con­ servatory of Dance & Theatre 276-236-2710. Free poetry contest open to Ashe residents Adventure into the land of dreams! GREENSBORO, NC April 24, 2007 - Sharing the world is never an easy task to achieve, especially when there are so many different kinds of people, attitudes, and cultures conflicting with each other. But no matter how daunting it is, people can still five in peace and har­ mony together as long as un­ derstanding and acceptance between them exists. This is the theme that author Tapan Sen shares to readers in his amazing story that will take them into a realm of fantasy and friendship in a new pic­ ture book 'Beyond the Land of Dreams.' 'Beyond the Land of Dreams' tells the story of a nine-year old boy named Sammy, who lives in the out­ skirts of New York City. Lone­ ly, Sammy is lucky that he has friends and that his next birthday celebration is mov­ ing closer. Unfortunately for him, his best friend, Jill would miss his birthday. Good thing however, Sammy received his birthday present from Jill, a fantasy novel titled 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' which made him ecstatic. A short time later, Sammy read the book and just when he was feeling tired, a rabbit ap­ peared before him. Surprised, Sammy examined the rabbit to see if it was real but learned it was called a "habbit," not a "rabbit." But the excitement did not end as soon enough, Sammy met another animal, a boy and a girl, and he social­ ized with them and learned about them, and even went to places beyond his wildest imagination! His experience with the animals, the boy and tlie girl and the new world overwhelmed him deeply, but are all of these real or is it all just a wild imagination sparked by the new book? Imaginative and richly layered, 'Beyond the Land of Dreams' is an entertaining fantasy enriched by the mor­ al lesson of making friends by accepting and understanding them despite their differenc­ es. Readers will realize that the different characters in the story represent different groups of people who have differences in characteristics, customs and ways of life. As the story teaches readers not to have any problem in ac­ cepting one another (no mat­ ter how different they are from each other), parents will definitely be interested in this picture book which they can use to teach their children in an epjoyable way to accept the unity in diversity of dif­ ferent people. No doubt about it, Tapan Sen's 'Beyond the Land of Dreams' is one of the most entertaining and most educational picture books to find at your local bookstores or libraries today! About the Author Tapan Sen moved to the United States from India in 1972. He earned two mas­ ters' degrees in mathemat­ ics: one from Calcutta, India, the other one from the United States. He then received a doctorate degree in Opera­ tions Research. Dr. Sen wrote fourteen books in his native language - Bengali - on vari­ ous topics. 'Beyond the Land of Dreams' is his first venture in English. Dr. Sen lives with his wife Tripti and his son Badsha in Greensboro, North Carolina, since 1980. 'Beyond the Land of Dreams' by Tapan Sen Publication Date: October 4, 2005 Picture Book; $25.99; 74 pages; 978-1-4134-6343-9 Picture Book Hardcover; $31.99; 74 pages; 978-1-4131- 9639-0 get more, pay less w Gurl and Girl at Hayes Center The Hayes Center will welcome the comedy and music team of Gurl & Girl in Laughing with the Legends, a rollicking revue of the 1950's which includes visits from Lucy, Elvis, and Marilyn Monroe, as well as the music of the times. Sold out audiences all over the country have enjoyed this production with many seeing the performances again and again. Laughing with the Legends is a one of a kind production bringing vividly to life many memorable 50's songs and personalities from all corners of the entertainment world - in­ cluding movies, television, Broadway and pop culture - using an incredible array of singing, dancing, costume changes, dynamic imperson­ ations, outstanding musicianship, masterful theater and fun filled comedy, highlighted by an engaging relationship with the audience. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Hayes Center box office at 828.295.9627, or may be purchased online at httpV/www. HayesCenter.org. cash prizes, as well as gain national recognition," continued Roberts. To enter, send one original poem, any subject and style to: The Interna­ tional Library of Poetry, Suite 19925, 1 Poetry Plaza, Owings Mills, MD 21117. The poem should be 20 lines or less, and the poet's name and address should appear on the top of the page. Entries must be postmarked or sent via the Internet by June 30, 2007. You may also enter online at www.poetry, com The international Library of Poetry was founded in 1982 and is the largest poetry organization in the world. Owings Mills, MD - The Interna­ tional Library of Poetry has announced that over $100,000.00 in prizes will be awarded this year in the International Open Poetry Contest. Poets from the Ashe area, particularly beginners, are welcome to try to win their share of over 250 prizes. The deadline for this contest is June 30, 2007. The contest is open to everyone and entry is free. "Any poet, whether previously pub­ lished or not, can be a winner," stat­ ed Pamela Roberts, contest director. 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If you don't have a bath, consider yourself lucky. I want you to ask yourself a few questions about this room in your home. 1. Do you sleep here? 2. Do you want the room to be restful and inviting? 3. Do you want do get up in the night and not bump into things. 4. Do you have trouble clos­ ing your Drawers? 5. Can you find the clothes you are looking for? 6. Do things fall off the closet shelf and hit you? 7. Are you afraid to look under the bed? 8. Are clothes piled to the ceiling on the chair in the cor­ ner? 9. Is your cedar chest filled with stuff you will never wear again? 10. Can you walk between the bed and the wall or are Dole backs parks WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Dole, along with 39 of her colleagues, is calling on the Senate Appro­ priations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies to support $1.97 billion in funding for operations of the National Park System in fiscal year 2008. This would be a $211 million increase from the pri­ or fiscal year. In a letter to Sens. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) and Larry Craig(R-Idaho),chairman and ranking member of the sub­ committee, Dole and her col­ leagues wrote: "We recognize the fiscal constraints facing the Committee during these tight budget times. However, there is strong public support for America's parks, and the public expects our parks to be adequately protected and vis­ itors educated and inspired by these natural and cultural wonders. We must provide the parks with the federal investment needed to restore these national treasures by their Centennial, which is less than ten years from now. Our national parks should be a national priority." AVENGER CALIBER NITRO a n*MPG urn/IPG 2TMPG � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 34 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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She was surprised in her class Monday morning with a special presentation from school officials. "I'm very humbled, this being my first year at Westwood," Nave said upon receiving the award. "For my peers to vote me teacher of the year for Westwood and for the county too, I am humbled and honored. This has been a wonderful year with the support and encouragement for me to do what 1 want to do. The sky's the limit." Her efforts are greatly appreciated by Principal John Gregory who is delighted to have her on staff. "This is her first year with us, and that makes it even more special, to be a first year teacher to be chosen for this honor," Gregory said of Nave. "She goes above and beyond with her students. She spends a lot of time with them and often goes without lunch to do that. We are so fortunate to have her. She's a wonderful lady. She gives so much of her time and wants her children to be first class." Nave is especially proud of her fifth and sixth grade chorus students, 100 of whom performed at Carowinds last Friday and received a rating of "excellent." "As a teacher, my objectives are to create an enthusiasm of learning that will last a lifetime, develop a strategy of creativity in the learning process, and prepare students to apply problemsolving techniques in their daily lives," wrote Nave in her portfolio. "In my music classroom, I developstrategies to engage all students in the learning process. Cooperative learning is one of my strategies of teaching. My classroom can become very busy and noisy with sounds of instruction, instruments, and conversations. Within this environment, we have different levels of interaction. This forces the rusi pnuiu uy unua Durcnene Westwood Elementary music teacher Lesia Nave, center, was surprised Monday morning In her classroom by Superintendent Donnle Johnson and Director of Personnel Rena Powers announcing her selection as Ashe County Teacher of the Year for 2007-08. students to develop skills to solve problems and handle conflict." Nave said she believes learning should be fun."I want my students to come into my classroom with anticipation and excitement for what they will be learning that day, the following week, the following month, and even for what they will be experiencing in music the following year," she said. "My role is to plan lessons to arouse curiosity and creativity to push the student to a higher level of knowledge." According to information provided by Personnel Director Rena Powers, Nave has 14 years of experience as an educator. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from East Tennessee State University in Elementary Education with a minor in music. She earned a Master of Arts degree in Elementary Education, also from ETSU, and an Educational Specialist degree in Administration and Lincoln Supervision from See Teacher, page 5 Old church gets a new lease on life by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor A once vibrant small coun­ try church is seeing a revival this year with the advent of a Friday night preaching se­ ries. Rich Hill Methodist Church will host a non-denomina­ tional preaching program the first Friday of each month from May through October. Folks from all around are ex­ cited about the opportunity to again attend this century old church. "This is the most excite­ ment I remember in recent years," said John Duvall, re­ tired Methodist minister in Elk Creek, Va., whose moth­ er's family attended Rich Hill Methodist Church. Duvall is member and secretary for the current board of directors. "Everybody up and down the creek come and from all over. People are so glad to see the little building in use and the grounds cared for. It is a way to remind people that the building has a purpose." Duvall said the history of the church begins when the land was given by William and Amanda (Roten) Graybeal in 1870 to the Methodist Confer­ ence. Back then, the Method­ ist Church had divided over slavery and Rich Hill was a part of the northern faction, called the Rich Hill Methodist Episcopal Church. "It was a vibrant church with over 150 members," Du­ vall said. "There's a picture in the first county heritage volume with all the congre­ gation in front of the church. The names of the families who went there were Arnold, Brown, Campbell, Elder, El­ liott, Graybeal, Ham, Jones, Post photo by Linda Burchette Osborne, Roten and Sapp. The century-old Rich Hill Methodist Church has been The carpenters who built the renovated and will host a Friday night non-denominational building, Alex Jones and his preaching series from May through October. sons Roy and Avery, had vol­ unteer labor from the commu­ nity. The benches are made with one board for the seat and one board for the back." • These long, durable bench­ es for the congregation are made of wormy chestnut. The seat is about 12 inches wide and tl\e back about 15 inches tall. Looking at them, one can only wonder at the size of the trees these boards were cut from, trees no longer seen in the county. The benches are among the original features of the church along with two ornate chairs and the pulpit. The original pulpit is short, perhaps for the early preach­ ers, and has an additional stand for added height. Pic­ tures on the walls are rather unique, including one depict­ ing Jesus as a young man and another of him surrounded by children of various races. With no plumbing, Rich Hill Church is one of the few such structures with outhous­ es, but with linoleum, these are not so rustic. Another unique aspect of the early church, said Duvall, was the Sunday school pro­ gram with classes for all ages. Some churches did not favor Sunday school, he said, but Rich Hill was progressive in promoting education. Early preachers popular with the congregation includ­ ed the most famous, Rev. W.A. Patton, who lived in Lansing and rode out on his horse be­ tween 1919 and 1925. He was said to resemble Robert E. Lee and his horse the gener­ al's Traveler, popular with the Yankee congregation even if he did look like a Confederate. Other early preachers were Reverends J.L.A. Bumgarner, Winfield Graybeal, Tom Farmer and Frank Cook along See Church, page 5 Tennis team, golfer capture championships by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter The Huskies Tennis Team sealed up a portion of the conference title last Wednes­ day evening when they trav­ eled to Wilkes Central for a match with the Eagles. With the 5-1 team victory over the Eagles, the Huskies were named the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference Co-Champions, along with Surry Central. The Huskies were able to claim four singles victories and then sealed the win with two victories in doubles com­ petition. The match featured an unusual circumstance. The Huskies' number one seed, Aaron Jones was un­ able to compete on Wednes­ day, and as a result, the match only had five singles and two doubles matches. Singles results: #2 seed: Jake Giles (Ashe County) defeated Zeb Gambill (Wil­ kes Central) 5-7 6-4 7-5; #3 seed: Will Krider(Ashe County) defeated Will Chap­ lin (Wilkes Central) 6-2 6-4; Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Post photo by Michael Graybeal We're number one! The Husky men's tennis team celebrates their first-ever conference title. #4 seed: Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Locke Griffith (Wilkes Central) 62 6-2; #5 seed: Mason Mc- Glamery (Wilkes Central) defeated Chase Smith (Ashe County) 0-6 6-2 7-1; #6 seed: See Tennis, page 5 Todd General Store music to begin Todd General Store announces the start of a new season of Friday night bluegrass music start­ ing May 11 with Wayne Henderson and Helen White. Dinner starts at 6 p.m. with new; specials every week, including the famous brownie explo­ sions, followed by music at 7 p.m. Wayne Henderson is famous for his guitar mak­ ing skills as well as his performing, and some of his guitars are owned by such notables as Steve Lewis and Eric Clapton. The store will host a bluegrass band every Friday night after dinner through On last Thursday evening, the Huskies golf team trav­ eled to Yadkin Country Club to compete in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference Tournament. Trey Scott, a sophomore member of the team entered the tournament tied with Cody Collins from North Surry with a season stroke count of 228 strokes over the conference schedule. Following the 18-hole tour­ nament at Yadkin Country Club, Scott and Collins each shot rounds of 40 on the front nine holes, and then 38 on the back nine holes to remain tied and were named the MVAC Co-Golfers of the Year. The tournament opened with a Shotgun Start with Scott, Collins and their two competitors being assigned to start on hole one. Scott and Collins were paired with Tyler Jester from Starmount and Chris Anderson from Wilkes Central. Trey Scott opened up the round by recording two pars Post photo by Michael Graybeal ACHS'sTrey Scott (left) and Cody Collins of North Surry are co-champion golfers in the Mountain Valley Conference. on the first two holes. Scott then had a bogey on the third hole, but pared the next three holes. A bogey on hole seven Christmas. The Neighbors, Boone Trail Band, and some new talent to round out the month will all make appearances through the season. Storytelling will also take place at Todd Gener­ al Store through October. Sessions begin at 6 p.m. with the following guests: May 1 Rhody Jane Meadows; May 8 Orville Hicks; May 15 Doyle Pace; May 22 Dianne Hackworth; May 29 Sherry Boone June 5 Rhody Jane Meadows; June 12 Orville Hicks; June 19 Charlotte Ross; June 26 John Ashburn July 3 Sherry Boone; July 10 Orville Hicks; dropped Scott's score to two over par, and then a struggle on hole nine dropped his See Golf\ page 5 July 17 Charlotte Ross; July 24 Terry Rolins; July 31 Kelly Swanson Aug. 7 Charlotte Ross; Aug. 14 Orville Hicks; Aug. 21TBA; Aug. 28 Sherry Boone Sept. 4 Rhody Jane Meadows; Sept. 11 Orville Hicks; Sept. 18 Mike Campbell; Sept. 25 Doyle Pace Oct. 2 Rhody Jane Meadows; Oct. 9 Orville Hicks; Oct. 16 Charlotte Ross; Oct. 23 Sherry Boone; Oct. 30 Diane Hackworth. Todd General Store is located on Railroad Grade Road in Todd. For information, call 877-1067. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITS James Hunt Clark Hickory October 6, 1920 April 26, 2007 James Hunt Clark, 86, of Falling Creek Rd., Hickory passed away Thursday at Frye Regional Medical Cen­ ter after a brief illness of can­ cer. Born October 6, 1920 in Granville County, N. C, he was the son of the late James Louis and Sabelia Cottrell Clark. He was a member of Lakeview Baptist Church and was a supervisor for Southern Desk and retired from Drexel Heritage. He was a veteran of USA Air Force in WW II. He is survived by his wife, Patsy Euliss Clark; sons, James "Ronald" Clark and wife Frances of Arden, N. C., Carroll Hunt Clark and wife Ann of West Jefferson, and Thomas V. Clark and wife Sandra of Eatonton, Ga.; grandchildren, Chris Clark, Jamie Clark, Michael Clark, Lori Hoffman, Angela Isenhour, Clayton Garner, and Wendy Healey, and 5 great grandchildren, brother, George W. Clark of Conover, sisters, Shirley Ridenhour, of Clyde, N.C., Mildred Mulchi of Okla., Alice Wilson of Calif, and Jean Ellington of Butner, N. C. He is preceded in death by a brother, Claude Clark and sisters, Elsie Montague, Thelma Wilkins, and Joyce Corosu. Funeral services were Sunday, April 29, at Lakeview Baptist Church at 3 p.m. with the Reverend Ben Rowe officiating. Interment will follow in Catawba Memorial Park. Military graveside rites will be conducted by Ameri­ can Legion Post #48 Pallbearers were Chris Clark, Jamie Clark, Mi­ chael Clark, Clayton Garner, Randy Isenhour, and Brian Healey, honorary pallbearers were the Adult Men's Sun­ day School Class of Lakeview Baptist Church. The family received friends Sunday from 1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. at the church. Memorials may be made to Lakeview Baptist Church, Youth Program, 4080 N Cen­ ter St., Hickory, N. C. 28601 Hickory Funeral Home, 1031 11th. Ave. S. E. is in charge of arrangements. Louise Goins Miller Fleetwood June 28, 1922 April 23, 2007 Louise Goins Miller, age 84, of Fleetwood, passed away Monday, April 23, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Miller was born June 28, 1922 in Ashe County to the late Kate Goins Dewitt. She was the widow of Lillard Miller. In addition to her par­ ents and husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Ralph, Everett and June Dewitt. Mrs. Miller was a homemaker. Graveside services were held at 12 p.m. Thursday, April 26, 2007 at Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Fleetwood by Reverend Randall Greene. Tlie family had a private visi­ tation at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Flowers were appre­ ciated. Mrs. Miller is survived by six sons, Morris Miller and wife Shelia, Elbert Miller, Kathleen Poe LaPrad Laurel Springs June 16, 1918 April 23, 2007 Mrs. Kathleen Poe LaPrad age 88 of Laurel Springs died Monday, April 23,2007 at Wil­ kes Regional Medical Center. Mrs. LaPrad was born June 16, 1918 in Ashe County to the late Will and Gussie Hunt Poe. In addition to her par­ ents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Henry Uvell LaPrad. Funeral services were held Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at 3 p.m. at Harvest Time Min­ istries in North Wilkesboro. Burial followed in the Ebenezer Cemetery. • The family received friends from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Wednes­ day prior to the funeral at the church. Dean Johnson; two sons, Eric Medley of Creston and Neal Medley, of West Jefferson; a step son, Ricky Johnson, of Wilmington, N.C.; a step daughter, Jennifer Napolitano, of Wilmington, N.C.; seven brothers, Connie Dean Roten, of Statesville, Billy Joe No­ blett, of Clearfield, Kentucky, Bobby Dean Noblett, of Lau­ rel Springs, Johnny Michael Margit Horvath Noblett, of West Jefferson, Jefferson Keith Allen Noblett, of Laurel October 18, 1935 Anne Noblett Springs, Roger Dale Noblett, April 24, 2007 Johnson of Laurel Springs and Jackie Margit Horvath, age 71, West Jefferson Wade Noblett, of Fleetwood; passed away Tuesday April December 7, 1951 two sisters, Madeline (Tiny) 24, 2007 at the Lewis-Gale April 22, 2007 Roten Lambert, of West Jef­ Medical Center in Salem, Vir­ Come unto me, all ye that la­ ferson and Betty Noblett Par­ ginia. She was born in Hun­ bour and are heavy laden, sons, of Winston-Salem, N.C.; gary on October 18,1935. and I will give you rest. three grandchildren, Taylor Survivors include her hus­ Matthew 11:28 Medley, Hunter Medley and band, Joseph Horvath; two Mrs. Anne Noblett John­ Jacob Medley; three step sons, Joseph Timothy Hor­ son. better known as "Tootsie" grandchildren; Nichols Na- vath and wife Gyorgyi, Sa­ age 55, of West Jefferson, died politano, Isabel Johnson and Sunday morning, April 22, Don Johnson; several nieces Virginia Ercella 2007 at her residence. and nephews also survive. Miller Durham A memorial service was The family requests no Todd held Wednesday, April 25, flowers please! June 13, 1924 2007 at 7:30 p.m. at Boone In lieu of flowers memo­ April 25, 2007 Family Funeral Home Chapel rials may be made to: Rich­ with Rev. Lonnie Pruitt offici­ ardson-Cranberry Creek Mrs. Virginia Ercella Mill­ ating. Cemetery Fund, c/o Johnny er Durham, better known as The family received friends Noblett, 640 Beaver Creek Ercella age 82 of Todd died from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. on School Road, West Jefferson, Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at Wednesday, two hours prior NC 28694 or to High Country Glenbridge Health and Rehab to the memorial service. Health Care Hospice, PO Box Center. Mrs. Durham was Mrs. Johnson was born in 421, Jefferson, NC 28640. born June 13, 1924 in Ashe Ashe County on December 7, You may give the family County to the late Alfred and 1951 to the late Willie Bri­ your condolences at our web­ Ina Watson Miller. In addi­ an Noblett and Grace Evon site www.boonefuneralhome. tion to her parents she was Roten Noblett. She worked com. also preceded in death by her as the Bookkeeper of Ashe Boone Family Funeral husband, Clyde Durham. County Builders Supply. Home of West Jefferson is Funeral services were held She is survived by her in charge of these arrange­ at 2 p.m., Friday, April 27, husband of 9 years, Richard ments. i• Arnold Odell Bare Aitkin, Minn. July 13, 1918 April 25, 2007 Arnold Odell Bare, age 88 of Aitkin died Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at the Aicota Health Care Center in Ait­ kin. He was born July 13, 1918 at Jefferson, North Carolina the son of William and Callie Bare. He grew up and attend­ ed schools in Jefferson. He then left home and worked for a time in Maine. He joined the U.S. Army and served during WW II. He married Dorothy A. Smith on June 9, 1945 in Greensburg, Ohio-. They lived in Greensburg and Arnold worked for the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Plant. They then moved to Owen, Wisconsin where they operated a farm. In 1959 they moved to Aitkin, Minn, and owned and operat­ ed the Lone Lake Resort for 5 years. In 1964 they purchased the Zeese's Shoe Store and op­ erated the Bare's Bootery un­ til his retirement in 1983. He was a member of the Aitkin United Methodist Church. The Aitkin American Legion, The Aitkin Lion's Club; the Aitkin Quarterbacks Club; was former president of the Aitkin Little League, was a strong supporter of the Ait­ kin Business District; was an avid supporter of Aitkin High School Athletics; loved hunting, fishing and garden­ ing and especially his family. He was a past recipient of the Warren Potter Award. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Dorothy Bare of Aitkin; two sons and daugh­ ters in law, Douglas and Mary Bare of Aitkin, Steven and Janice Bare of Aitkin; three grandchildren, Matt, Mike and Jeff Bare; and three great grandchildren, Tanner, Travis and Tyler. He was preceded in death by one grandson Greg; five brothers and three sis­ ters. Funeral services were held Sunday, April 29, 2007 at 2 p.m. from the Aitkin United Methodist Church with Rev. Ruth Hograbe officiating. Visitation will be Saturday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Sorensen-Root-Thompson Funeral Home and also Sun­ day 1 hour prior to services at the church. Military honors will be provided by the Aitkin VFW and American Legion Posts. Arrangements are with the Sorensen-Root-Thompson Funeral Home in Aitkin. J Obituaries continue on page 5 Clayton Miller, Richard Mill­ er and Ronnie Miller and wife Lisa, all of Fleetwood, and Roger Miller of Lenoir; five daughters, Wanda Shammas and husband Michael of Virginia Beach, Va., Glenda Miller of Alphretta, Ga., Jeannette Conrad and hus­ band John of Winston Salem, Wilma Turner and husband Johnny of Lenoir, and Ma­ rie Grimms of Boone; three stepdaughters, Mae Miller and Lois Miller, both of White Plains, N.Y., Beatrice Kelsey of Fleetwood; one brother, Ed­ ward Goins of Dayton, Ohio; one sister, Almedie Perkins of Sugar Grove, Va. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren, 6 great-grand­ children and several nieces and nephews. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. Mrs. LaPrad is survived by three daughters, Geneva Church of Millers Creek, Pa­ tricia Roney of Huntersville and Kathy Woodie of Mocksville; three sons, Rev. Steve LaPrad of North Wilkesboro, Jerry LaPrad of Winston Sa­ lem and David LaPrad of Purlear; one brother, Earl Poe of Laurel Springs; two sisters, Ethel Davis of Crumpler and Lena Cox of Scottsville; 11 grandchildren, 7 great­ grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers were accepted or memorials may be made to: Harvest Time Ministries, 501 C Street. North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. lem, Va., and Andy Horvath and wife Karen, Jefferson, N.C.; and her grandchildren, Cassandra, Kayla and Bryan. Memorial services were held at 2 p.m., Saturday April 28, 2007 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Jef­ ferson, North Carolina with Gene Powell officiating. Inter­ ment will be held privately at a later date. Bradley's Funer­ al Home of Marion is serving the family Mrs. Horvath. 2007 at the Liberty Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family received friends from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. prior to the service. Mrs. Durham is survived by one daughter, Linda Cotsford of Columbia, S.C.; one brother, Alfred Miller of Col­ lege Park, Md. 2 grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Castle P. Mitchell Ogden, Utah January 13, 1925 April 19, 2007 Castle P. Mitchell, 82, died Thursday, April 19, 2007 at her home in Ogden of causes incident to age. She was born January 13, 1925 in Grassy Creek, North Carolina, the daughter of Dewey Paul and Annie Wood Plummer. She was raised and educated in North Caro­ lina where she graduated from Virginia-Carolina High School. On March 26, 1946, Castle married Eugene Starling in Bristol, Tennessee. Eugene preceded her in death on June 19, 1959. She married Owen Jay Mitchell on November 24, 1960 in Sumter, South Caro­ lina. During her life Castle was Danny Edward McClure Lansing September 4, 1960 April 27, 2007 Mr. Danny Edward Mc­ Clure, 46 of Lansing, died Friday, April 27, 2007 at the Segraves Care Center. Mr. McClure was born in Jefferson on September 4, 1960 to the late Paul Calvin McClure and Lucy Bowers. Graveside services were conducted on Monday, April 30, 2007 at 10 a.m. at the Howell Hill Cemetery with the Rev. Tommy McClure and the Rev. Russell Sheets. Mr. McClure is survived by one son, Danny Arthur Mc­ Clure of Lansing; one daugh­ Nola Dell Bare Walton Jefferson March 18,1920 April 28, 2007 Nola Dell Bare Walton, 87 of Jefferson died Saturday, April 28,2007 at the Segraves Care Center. Mrs. Walton was born in Jefferson on March 18, 1920 to the late Bassell Alexan­ der Bare and Maggie Wyatt Bare. Funeral services were con­ ducted on Monday, April 30, 2007 at 8 p.m. in the Badger Funeral Home Chapel by the Rev. J.D. Walton. Burial will follow Tuesday, May 1, 2007 in the Lyle-Wy­ att Cemetery in the Low Gap Community. The family received friends from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. prior to the service Monday evening. Mrs. Walton is survived by fortunate to have the op­ portunity to travel and live in a variety of places: Mari­ on, Va; San Antonio, Texas; Fairbanks, Ala.; Sumter, S.C.; Homestead, Fla.; and Ft.Walton Beach, Fla. as well as Ogden. She retired as a ware­ house manager of the Army Air Force Exchange Systems (AAFEX). She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Castle enjoyed garden­ ing, cross stitching, crochet­ ing and reading for pleasure. Surviving are her husband Owen Jay of Ogden, Utah; two daughters, Phyllis S. Linale, Lake Mary, Fla; Linda S. Furber, Ogden, Utah; one grandchild, three great­ grandchildren and one greatgreat-grandchild. Castle was preceded in death by her parents, one brother and her first hus­ band, Eugene. Graveside services were held Tuesday, April 24 at 11 a.m. at Lindquist's Washing­ ton Heights Memorial Park, 4500 Washington Blvd., Og­ den, Utah. Funeral Directors, Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd., Og­ den, UT 84401. Email condolences to the family at www.lindquistmortuary.com ter, Amelia Ann Bennett of Lansing; one brother, Donnie McClure of Crumpler; one sis­ ter, Vickie Sue Ball of Grassy Creek; two grandchildren also survive. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to the Lib­ erty Baptist Church c/o Tina Jones PO BOX 1274 West Jefferson, NC 28694 or the Howell Hill Cemetery Fund c/o Jerry Brooks 2946 North Fork New River Rd. Lansing 28643. You may send your condo­ lences to the family through our website www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. McClure's arrangements. three sons, Bill Walton and Dean Walton of Jefferson, and Charles Walton of West Jefferson; three daughters, Elizabeth Eldreth of Boone, and Pauline Bare and Mary Lou Poe both of Jefferson; one brother, Rudd Bare of Mary­ land. 19 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to the Ashe Memorial Hospital Segraves Care Center Activ­ ity Fund c/o Brenda Johnson 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 28640. You may send your condo­ lence to the family through our website www.badgerfuneralhome.com. 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The crack from the pencil snapping in his clenched hand startled him, as we as his teacher. He wished he could turn invis­ ible... Her heels clicking on the school linoleum seemed ex­ cessively loud in the silent classroom. "Are you okay?" she asked. He was afraid to answer because he thought his voice might crack and all of the kids would know that he was upset or something. So he just stared ahead of him, not answering his teacher at all. She picked up the pencil pieces and told him to come with her into the hall—for a talk. Test Anxiety is a real phe­ nomenon. Everyone knows what it's like to be nervous about something like public speaking or business pre­ sentations, but can you re­ member what it was like to take a test in school? Many students are overwhelmed because of the increased pressure to "get the right answers" and feel exactly like this boy does in the sto­ ry. They can literally make themselves sick with worry. Test Anxiety is a physio­ logical response that is simi­ lar to Performance Anxiety. In the desire to be perfect or to try and please you, the parent, some kids want to run away, just like the boy above. If a child feels the anxiety symptoms increas­ ing, then they will not put their best effort into giving their best answers. Scores on tests can be greatly affected by inhibited responses. I have observed many children putting down any answer in Army Pfc. Jessica L. Brown has graduated from the Food Service Specialist Advanced Individual Train­ ing course at Fort Lee, Pe­ tersburg, Va. The course is designed to train servicemembers to perform preliminary food preparation procedures ac­ cording to Army production schedules and recipes; cook, bake and serve food in large and small quantities, field and garrison kitchen opera­ tions; and general opera­ tion of Army dining facili­ ties, including cleaning and housekeeping, sanitation measures, and storage of subsistence items. She is the daughter of Steven D. and Tina L. Greer of E St., Lansing, N.C. Brown is a 2007 graduate of Ashe County High School, West Jefferson, N.C. WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senator Elizabeth Dole today announced that a rep­ resentative from her West­ ern office will hold traveling office hours in Ashe County on Tuesday, May 8, 2007. Constituents can use the of­ fice hours to hold individual meetings to discuss their con­ cerns with federal agencies, case work, or issues pending before Congress. Appoint­ ments are not necessary, but can be scheduled by calling 828-698-3747. Tuesday, May 8, 2007 2 to 3 p.m. Ashe County Constituent Day Ashe County Courthouse Courtroom (Suite 3400) 150 Government Circle Jefferson, N.C. Soldier graduates Sen. Dole announces constituent day in Ashe THE OBSERVATION DECK cohere is a land of the living and hopes of ending the test soon­ er because they wish to get rid of the bad feelings they have about the test. But this is a comp e t i t i ve world we live in and testing de­ mands are increas­ ing for all types of jobs in the world. If children b e g i n patterns of giving up in el­ ementary school during test taking, they will carry these same habits to the middle school, to the high school, and to future jobs. They will learn to I because they think they "can't take the pres­ sure." Realistically, we all have to find a way to live with the testing experiences positive­ ly because decent (and they don't have to be perfect) test scores will only help our children work towards bet­ ter future job choices. Plus, the higher paying job op­ portunities do require some type of test whether your child eventually goes to col­ lege or not. The North Carolina Endof-Grade (EOG) Tests are rigorous and the pressure is great. The reading and math tests are given in grades 3-8. High school students have End-of-Course subject testing and there is also a writing test given in fourth, seventh and 10th grades. Teachers spend some time preparing students for the tests during the school day. Some have also held EOG parent information nights at the local schools to show parents the demands of the tests, the grading proce­ dures, and resources to help your child practice at home. DEEREfl The North Carolina De­ partment of Public Instruc­ tion website has practice tests with material from previous years for you and your child to check out and practice for the EOG: www. dpi.state.nc.us. Click on the testing tab on the top of the page to link to the testing resources. It would be fine to try a grade level below, and even on above. It's just prac­ tice! Tips to help your kids deal with Test Anxiety •Sleep!! Sleep is entirely under-rated. Children need sleep. I have taught in class­ rooms where kids are fall­ ing asleep during the day. Please, make them go to bed at a time suited to their age level. Elementary school kids need eight to10 hours of sleep a night; middle school­ ers need at least eight. Shut off all electronics and go to bed! •Practice on a computer by accessing the Depart­ ment of Public Instruction website. Practice is helpful because it will help train them to think logically for the exam and will help them feel comfortable selecting the answers. If they give a wrong answer on the web­ site, it allows the child to try again. Increasing their com­ fort level will help to ease their anxiety. Watch them take the test and try some of the questions yourself. The standards have changed since you were in school and this will help you see what your child is expected to know. •Ask your child's teacher for additional websites to help practice, especially in math. There are many web­ sites that show how to do examples and are in a game format (www.algebrahelp. com, www.coolmath.com, www.brainpop.com). •Talk about the test in a casual way so your child will talk about it. Everyone wants their child to do his or her best on the test and all children know this. Anxiety may come from trying to be "perfect," especially if a par­ ent expects their child to earn a 4. The state has ad­ justed the tests this year so that earning a level 4 is even harder. It could be unrealis­ tic to expect a 4, and if your child feels that kind of pres­ sure from you, then their performance score could ac­ tually be lower than what they are capable of due to the anxiety. The pace of teaching has quickened so your child may feel that they didn't get a concept such as fractions, or equations with inequalities, and may feel ashamed if something doesn't come easy to them. Usually, kids think they are the only ones who didn't get it and most of the time that isn't true. Talking about what it feels like to be frustrated when discover­ ing something new may al­ low your child to understand that it's OK to stumble as they learn. •Tell them that you are proud of them and you will be proud of their best effort. Plan to do something fun to­ gether after the test is over. •Focus! Because it's hard for some kids to focus for so long (two to three hours on test day), morning exercise might benefit them. It would burn off excessive anxiety and pump more blood to the brain!! •Mary Adams, Ashe County Middle School sev­ enth grade counselor, adds that it is important to dress comfortably, eat a good breakfast, and to be on time for school that day. Try your best to avoid stressful situ­ ations during test week and make the test your highest priority so you can do your best. •Above all, encourage them to persevere. After all, that is a characteristic that does matter in the long run. 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Raleigh-Durham was one of only four regions in the country to receive this funding, which will be used to combat street gangs and boost gang prevention efforts. "I am very pleased that Raleigh-Durham is one of just four metropolitan areas to receive these vital funds," said Dole. "North Carolina has a dramatically growing gang presence, including MS13, which is widely regarded as one of the most danger­ ous gangs in America. Gangs pose a serious threat to our communities' safety, and it is imperative that we give local, state and federal law enforce­ ment officials the resources and tools they need to keep our families out of harm's way." According to data from the North Carolina Criminal Justice Analysis Center, in 1999 there were 332 gangs and 5,068 gang members in North Carolina - and by 2004, those numbers had swelled to 387 gangs and 8,517 gang members. Some of the largest concentrations of identified gangs were in the RaleighDurham region. We certainly praise Sen. Dole for securing these funds. But we are also concerned to hear about the growing num­ ber of gang members in the PAGE 4 TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2007 The Top Ten Books What happened to Thom­ as Wolfe? It was my first question for Peder Zane after reading his new book, "The Top Ten: Writers Pick Their Favorite Books." Zane, the long-time book editor at the Raleigh News and Observer, contacted 125 leading writers and asked them this question: What are the 10 greatest works of fic­ tion of all time? Zane took the results, con­ solidated them, and came up with an overall top ten list. The bad news is that North Carolina's treasured author of "Look Homeward Angel" did not make this top ten list. There is worse news. First though, here is the "top top" ten list compiled by Zane. state. Raleigh-Durham seems far away from this northwest county, but then methamphetamine was once something that happened somewhere else, too. Gangs draw together young people who feel isolated from their peers and the commu­ nity. As "outsiders," they seek strength from numbers, as well as a sense of belong­ BOWS YELTSIN ing. When a gang turns to 1931-2007 violence and crime to assert itself, however, or as a way of life, it is a matter of concern to works "Tender Is the Night," and for all of us and cannot be tolerated. of fic­ Cather's "The Professor's Helping gang-proof young tion," he House." people includes providing There is a hint in Spen­ remind­ them with a sense of com­ me. cer's list about the worse ed munity, offering recreational news that is coming. " T h e opportunities and other sup­ None of the books of Spen­ Bible is port. All that is the job of 1. "Anna Karenina," Leo not sup- cer's top ten list made it to adults, and we need to con­ Tolstoy tinue to look at ways we can K IK p o s e d the "top top" ten. But as a big 2. "Madame Bovary," Gusmake Ashe County an even |to be a fan of Elizabeth Spencer's better place for young women tav Flaubert D.G. Martin work of writing, especially her ever3. "War and Peace," Leo and men. popular "The Light in the Pi­ fiction." At the same time, our Tolstoy N e v ­ azza," I am more likely to be county government and law 4. "Lolita," Vladimir Nabo­ ertheless, several writers in­ guided by her choices than enforcement need to benefit kov cluded the Bible or one of its by any consolidated list. from the grant to Raleigh5. "The Adventures of books as their number one In fact, the top ten list Durham by watching what Huckleberry Finn," Mark pick. of each one of the authors they do in that area. We need The 125 writers men­ whom I know is much more to be proactive, hopefully pre­ Twain 6. "Hamlet," William tioned a total of 544 books in interesting than the consoli­ venting the development of gangs before they can become Shakespeare their top ten lists. dated list. From Zane's book, a serious issue in the county. 7. "The Great Gatsby," F. Most of these 544 books I learned the top choices of Above all, we must recognize Scott Fizgerald were listed by only one of the several of my favorite North it can happen here. 8. "In Search of Lost Time," 125 writers. Carolina writers: Fred Our young people are far Marcel Proust (I am moving towards the Chappell ("The Iliad"), Clyde too precious to lose any to a 9. The stories of Anton "even worse" news.) Edgerton (Shakespeare's gang culture that promotes Chekhov For instance, the mod­ "Hamlet"), Alan Gurganus violence, drugs and a life of 10. "Middlemarch," George ern North Carolina classic, ("Defoe's Robinson Cru­ crime. In spite of today's chal­ Eliot lenges, a bright future awaits "Cold Mbuntain" by Charles soe"), Reynolds Price ("Ma­ them. As the "grownups," we Frazier, was noted only once. dame Bovary"), Gail Godwin Disappointed? Did your Chapel must strive to communicate Hill's Elizabeth (James' "The Portrait of a that to them. favorite book miss the list, Spencer ranked it eighth on Lady"), Haven Kimmel ("The too? her list. Others on Spencer's Gospel of Mark"), Lee Smith ' Surprised? Even though list, in order, were Dick­ (Joyce's "The Dead"), Louis most of the writers who ens' "Great Expectations," Rubin ("In Search of Lost picked the books are Ameri­ Faulkner's "The Hamlet," Time"), and G.D. Gearino cans, only two of the top Fielding's "Joseph Andrews," (Voltaire's "Candide"). ten were born in the United Stendhal's "The Red and the Did you notice that there States. Black, Welty's "The Golden was more bad news about I asked Zane why he Apples," Turgenev's "On the Thomas Wolfe? None of these thought the Bible did not Eve," Forster's Where Angels North Carolina writers made make the list. "We limited this Fear to Tread," Fitzgerald's "Look Homeward Angel" a % number one choice. Nor did any of the 125 writers. In fact, and here is the worse news I promised you, none of the 125 writers included "Look Homeward Angel" as one of their individual top ten choices. The very worst news for Wolfe fans is that every one of the participat­ ing North Carolina writers omitted this North Carolina classic. Zane provides a wonderful set of summaries of the 544 books that were mentioned at least once by a participat­ ing writer. It is a great refer­ ence tool, almost a complete one, considering that I al­ ready know about the miss­ ing "Look Homeward Angel." Top 10, top 100, top any­ thing lists are tricky. They are fun and they provoke instructive discussion and arguments. But, as "The Top Ten" show us again so well, they are subjective and per­ sonal. In the end we have to work our own ways to books that best entertain us, edu­ cate us, and change us. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Sun­ days at 5 p.m. Check his blog and view prior programs at www.unctv.org/ncbookwatch/. A look at self-financing bonds and their impact Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. 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RALEIGH - In 2004, a slight majority of North Caro­ lina voters approved Amend­ ment One, which altered the state constitution to allow lo­ calities to issue bonds without a public vote for economic-de­ velopment projects. North Carolinians were told that the new "self-financ­ ing bonds" wouldn't cost ex­ isting taxpayers anything, because increased propertytax revenue from the projects would pay the debt off. They were told that North Caro­ lina would have "some of the strongest safeguards in the country to ensure self-financ­ ing bonds are used for good purposes." They were misinformed. There has been exactly one completed use of the new bor­ rowing authority. In 2005, the city of Roanoke Rapids cre­ ated a tax-increment financ­ ing district and issued $21.5 million to build the Randy Parton Theater, intended to be part of a larger Carolina Crossroads entertainment complex off 1-95. Later that year, a slightly more famous Parton sibling, Randy's sister Dolly, was on hand along with a host of dignitaries to cel­ ebrate the groundbreaking. Of the $21.5 million in bond proceeds, only $12.5 million was actually spent on the theater building. It is complete - a 35,000-squarefoot, 1,500-seat facility that remains in excellent condition on account of the fact that it has yet to be, uh, used. So where did the rest of the money go? Some has been set aside lic education for the children to pay of the new workers. Because u n d e r ­ the additional tax revenue w r i t i n g has been sequestered to pay costs and off the bonds, someone else debt ser­ must pay. Guess who? vice on If it seems comical that the bond Roanoke Rapids has issued issue, an 20-year bonds in part to guar­ arrange­ antee a couple of years of ment that exorbitant compensation to only M.C. a nobody with a famous sur­ E s c h e r name, you ain't seen nothing could adequately illustrate. yet. One of Parton's partners And then there is a $3 million was Rick Watson, who at the "reserve fund" used to guar­ time was serving as head of antee the annual $1.5 million the Northeast Partnership, a "artist fee" of Randy Parton, state-funded economic-devel­ who may someday actually opment agency that helped perform in the Randy Parton recruit Parton to Roanoke Theater. Rapids in the first place. Wat­ Because there are no ac­ son was, in effect, negotiating tual revenues yet, it appears with himself. Not surprising­ that some of the bond money ly, he and his partners got a will be committed to pay Par- good deal. ton's compensation. Although But the story didn't end supporters go to great lengths well for Watson personally. to deny this, "self-financing" After his repeated conflict bonds are essentially financed of interests became widely by existing taxpayers. If the known, Watson got the boot value of the affected property from the Northeast Partner­ fails to rise in value - say, be­ ship. He had been inappro­ cause an empty theater tends priately moonlighting from to draw small crowds - then his state-funded job to take there is no additional incre­ equity interests in businesses ment of taxes with which to he was recruiting. And he and pay the debt. Would a local Parton made off like bandits government be more likely to in the theater negotiations. let the bonds default, or pay The name of their compa­ them off with other tax rev­ ny? Moonlight Bandit. I kid enue? On the other hand, if you not. the property values do rise, What the voters were told that must mean that lots of about Amendment One back people are shopping in and in 2004 was garbage. What's working at the development even worse is what voters - all activities that typically were not clearly told about necessitate the provision of Amendment One - that it more government services would take away their right such as road capacity or pub­ to vote on such bonds. For­ tunately, the N.C. Institute for Constitutional Law has challenged the legality of the Amendment One campaign in court. Unfortunately, what­ ever the courts ultimately de­ cide, Randy Parton will prob­ ably have made off with a big chunk of money. Someone should write a musical comedy about all this. A suitable venue for its pre­ miere is available for cheap just off 1-95. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson® jeffersonpost.com. �PAGE 5 TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST FROM THE FRONT Golf Teacher continued from front page continued from front page Memorial University in Harrogate, TN. Nave began her teaching career in the elementary classroom, using her music experience to lead school performances. She transitioned into the music classroom and has been teaching music for 12 years. The sounds of learning are all around her as Nave instructs her students in music, and the smiles on their young faces tell the story. Church These are lessons they will remember. "I teach because teaching is my passion," Nave said."No greater reward abounds than to see a child smile because of a successful performance and the growth that will come from that achievement." Each spring, Powers said, schools select a teacher of the year to represent faculty and staff during the following school year. The Ashe County Schools Teacher of the Year is chosen from among that group. They are: Joann Sexton Eller at Ashe County High, Danny Junior Eldreth at Ashe County Middle, Deborah G. Hess at Blue Ridge Elementary, Pat Lanno at Mountain View Elementary, and Lesia Nave at Westwood Elementary. As Ashe County Schools Teacher of the Year, Nave is eligible to compete in the Northwest North Carolina Teacher of the Year Congratulations to the all the Teachers of the Year Joann Sexton Eller, Danny Junior Eldreth, Deborah G. Hess, Pat Lanno and Lesia Nave Tennis continued from front page with Roy P. Jones, licensed to preach at Rich Hill in 1889 at age 14 and serving 74 years as a traveling preacher. By 1978, the Rich Hill con­ gregation had dwindled like that of a lot of little country churches, Duvall said, and many families had moved away. The church was merged with Riverview Method­ ist Church (which became Riverview Baptist) and then merged at Clifton United Methodist Church. For 10 years, the Rich Hill Church stood empty and be­ gan to deteriorate. "Laura Graybeal and Rev. Bruce Roten got together and said something ought to be done to save the old building for a community center if nothing else," Duvall said. "They took it upon themselves to form competition, which will begin this September. continued from front page a board of trustees who pur­ chased the building and land from the Methodist Confer­ ence. Those first trustees are all gone now. Rev. Bruce Ro­ ten, growing older, said about two years ago he didn't want the building to fall into ruin so last year he gave the deed to the building and right to use it to another board." The current board includes Rev. Bob Roten as chairman, John Duvall as secretary, Warren Miller, Becky Rus­ sell and Jerry Roten. They arranged for the renovations and Friday night preaching series. Becky Russell recently joined the board to take the place of Dale Shepherd who passed away earlier this year and who had also helped with the renovations and program. The Friday night preach- ing series begins this week and programs will be held at 7 p.m. Services will be conduct­ ed by Methodist and Baptist preachers on the following schedule: May 4, Rev. Bob Ro­ ten (Methodist); June 1, Rev. Tom Graybeal (Baptist); July 6, Rev. John Duvall (Method­ ist); Aug. 3, Rev. Charlie Mc­ Coy (Baptist); Sept. 7, Rev. Thomas Russell (Baptist); and Oct. 5, Rev. Bob Roten. A special Sunday service is planned for Aug. 19 at 2 p.m. followed by dinner on the grounds and the Brown Cem­ etery Reunion. Each service will include special music. To get to Rich Hill Method­ ist Church, take NC 88 and turn on Rich Hill Road just before Riverview Community Center. The church is on the left below the road. Chris Lyall (Ashe County) defeated John Johnson (Wil­ kes Central) 6-1 6-2. Doubles results: #2 pair: Krider/ Pelton (Ashe County) defeated Gambill/ Griffith (Wilkes Central) 9-8; #3 pair: Lyall/ Smith (Ashe County) defeated Chapin/ Johnson (Wilkes Central) 8-3. The victory over the Eagles placed the Huskies tied for first with the Surry Central Golden Eagles. The Mountain Valley Conference is given two berths into the NCHSAA Dual-Team Tour­ nament and the Huskies and Golden Eagles are the MVAC representatives. The Huskies returned to action on Monday when they trav­ eled to Starmount to com­ pete in the Mountain Valley Conference Championship. Obituaries — continued from page 2 Bobbie Campbell Edwards Kim Thomas Edwards and wife, Paula, of Fleetwood, NC; two grandchildren, Roslyn West Jefferson Sloop Troutman and hus­ July 18, 1929 band, Scott and Grey HinApril 25, 2007 shaw and wife, Heather; one Mrs. Bobbie Campbell great grandson, Wm. Tays Edwards, 77, passed away Troutman also survives. She Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at leaves behind her two beloved Wake Forest University Bap­ cats, jingles and Bells. tist Medical Center. A funeral service was held She was born in Ashe on Saturday, April 28, 2007 County to D.H. and Viola at 2 p.m. at Bethany United Gentry Campbell on July 18, Methodist Church with Rev. Lewis Poag officiating. Burial 1929. Mrs. Edwards attended followed in the Bethany Cem­ Gardner Webb College. She etery. The family received friends began her career in banking which spamed 38 years, be­ following the funeral services ginning with Northwestern at the church. Bank, First Union Bank and In lieu of flowers memo­ finally with Yadkin Valley rials may be made to the Bank & Trust, where she was Bethany Methodist ChurchAssistant Vice President and Edwards Building Fund, 495 Manager of the West Jefferson Hwy. 194 South, West Jeffer­ Branch. After her retirement son, NC 28694 or Ashe Me­ with Yadkin Valley she served morial Hospital, 200 Hospital on the Board of Directors for Avenue, Jefferson, NC 28640 several years. Mrs. Edwards or to Ashe Animal Shelter, was a member of the Betha­ 767 Fred Pugh Road, Crum­ ny United Methodist Church pler, NC 28617. You may give the family and a member of the Demo­ crat Party. She was a loving your condolences at our web­ wife, mother, grandmother site www.boonefuneralhome. and great grandmother. com. Boone Family Funeral Preceding her in death were her parents, one sister Home, Inc. of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ and two brothers. Mrs. Edwards leaves be­ ments. The family would like to hind her husband of 57 years, Kinney Edwards, of the Bald­ express appreciation for all win Community; a daughter, the kind deals, thoughtfulness Kena Edwards Sloop and and prayers offered during husband, Rick; of Todd; a son, our mother's illness. Virgie Francis Cox Crumpler March 29,1924 April 24, 2007 Mrs. Vergie Francis Cox, 83, passed away Tuesday, April 24, 2007, at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital after an extended illness. She was born in Ashe County to Coy and Lanie Wiles Francis on March 29, 1924. Mrs. Cox is survived by one daugh­ ter, Nancy Cox Bowers, and husband Charles: two grand­ children, Anna Bowers Honeycutt and husband, Jeff of Charlotte; David Bowers and wife, Ashley; a great-grand­ daughter, Adeline Torrance Bowers; and one brother, C.E. Francis of Crumpler. Mrs. Cox was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Blaine Cox; one sister, Marie Jack­ son, and two brothers, Wil­ liam and Herbert Francis. Mrs. Cox was a graduate of Lees McRae College and worked for the federal gov­ ernment during part of World War II. Later, she graduated magna cum laude from Ap­ palachian State University receiving both her bachelor's and master's degrees and acquired master's level cer­ tification in seven different content areas including su­ pervision. She did post gradu­ ate work at the University of Tennessee, North Carolina State University, University of North Carolina at Greens­ boro, and the University of Colorado at Boulder. Her love of children, learning, and books was reflected in her ca­ reer. She worked many years as a classroom teacher and librarian in the Ashe County Schools before joining the Sate Education Agency in Raleigh where she was Chief Consultant and Director of a division in the Area of Media and Technology. During her career in Raleigh, Mrs. Cox received the Mary Peacock Douglas Award for outstand­ ing contributions to North Carolina School Libraries by the North Carolina Associa­ tion of School Librarians, and in 1983, Governor James B. Hunt presented her the Gov­ ernor's award for outstanding management and supervision. Mrs. Cox was also honored at one point in her career to be a member of the Caldecott Award Committee. A family service was con­ ducted at 11 a.m. on Thurs­ day, April 26, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Elder John Jackson of­ ficiating. Interment followed at Ashelawn Memorial Gar­ dens Cemtery. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. The family would like to express appreci­ ation for the acts of kindness, thoughtfulness, and prayers offered during Mrs. Cox's ill­ ness. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Alice (Darnell) Sheets. She was a lifetime member of the Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. In the 1950's she worked for Bata Shoe Com­ pany at Belcamp, Maryland. She moved to her daughter's home from Laurel Springs in score again, but this time to four over par. Scott finished the front nine with a stroke count of 40, and Cody Collins remained in the chase as he also shot a round of 40. When the foursome made the turn and started the back nine holes, Scott and Collins were determined to shoot lower on the upcoming round. Collins immediately took a stroke lead with a textbook birdie on hole ten, but gave the stroke back with a bogey on hole fourteen. Scott con­ tinued to play with minimal errors and pared the first five holes of the round.At the start of hole fifteen, Scott and Col­ lins remained tied, but Scott struggled on hole fifteen and sixteen as he bogeyed both holes to give up two strokes. Collins also bogeyed sixteen to keep the pair separated by one stroke with Collins scor­ ing a one over par and Scott with a two over par entering hole seventeen. Hole seventeen is a tricky par three with a tough sloping green. If the tee shot lands be­ hind thp pin, the golfer would struggle immensely with a challenging down hill putt. Trey Scott avoided this situa­ tion by placing his tee-shot on the front edge of the green to leave a lengthy up-hill putt for birdie. Cody Collins struggled with his shot and was forced to take a stroke penalty after his tee-shot was imbedded in mud and deemed unplayable. The stroke penalty allowed Scott to tie Collins after he two putted the tricky green and Collins was able to land his chip shot near the hole and escaped the hole with a bogey for the scores to be tied at two over par heading into the final hole of the tourna­ 2002. Belle Sheets Viers Darlington, Md. April 21, 1910 April 25, 2007 Mrs. Belle Sheets Viers, age 97, of Darlington, Penn­ sylvania, formerly of Laurel Springs, died Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at the home of her daughter in Darlington. Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 28, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Peak Creek Church of the Brethren with Rev. Lonnie Pruitt officiating. Burial followed in the Peak Creek Cemetery. The family received friends from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Friday, April 27, 2007 at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home. Mrs. Viers was born on April 21, 1910 in Wilkes County to the late James and Stella Miller Patrick Lansing November 9, 1921 April 21, 2007 Stella Miller Patrick, age 85 of Lansing, N.C., died Sat­ urday, April 21, 2007 at her daughter's home in Connelly Springs, N.C. Mrs. Patrick was born November 9,1921 to the late John Ellis and Laura Phillips Miller. She was the widow of Paul Sampson Pat­ rick. In addition to her par­ ents and husband, she was preceded in death by three children; Ron, Donald, and J.C. Patrick. Graveside services were held Tuesday, April 24, 2007 at Obids Baptist Church Cem­ etery in West Jefferson, N.C. by Reverend Danny Dodds. Flowers were accepted or me­ morials may be made to the Family, do Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel, P.O. Box 148, Jef­ ferson, NC 28640. Mrs. Patrick is survived by four sons, Leroy Patrick of West Jefferson, N.C., Jer­ ry Patrick of Jefferson, N.C., Floyd Patrick of Elkin, N.C., Bob Patrick of Alleghany County, N.C.; four daughters, Pansy Burgess of Jefferson, N.C., Virginia Driver of West Jefferson, N.C., Shirley Elli­ son of Connelly Springs, N.C., Nancy Ellison of Lansing, N.C.; one brother, Gaither (Thc Jefferson 'Post extends our sympathies to all families who have suffered the loss of a loved one. She is survived by a son, Vernon D. Viers, of Darling­ ton, Maryland; a daughter, Glenda Dillard, of Darling­ ton, Maryland; two sisters, Veola Sheets, of Pylesville, Maryland and Mae Wayne, of North Wilkesboro, N.C.; thir­ teen grandchildren; twentyfour great grandchildren; twelve great, great grand­ children; several nieces and nephews also survive. Pallbearers were Billy Bare, R.C. Bare, Bucky Bare, Joey Viers, Michael Harless, Rick Viers, James Cochran and Todd Viers. Memorial contribution may be made to Harford Hos­ pice, 8003 Corporate Drive, Baltimore, Maryland 21236. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Miller of Wilkes County, N.C.; one sister, Dorothy Howell of West Jefferson, N.C. Also surviving are a num­ ber of grandchildren, a num­ ber of great-grandchildren and several nieces and neph­ ews. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. ment. Hole eighteen is a 509-yard par five with a potentially dangerous water hazard on the right side of the fairway. Both Scott and Collins hit a perfect drive into the middle of the fairway to set up their approach shots. Scott's ap­ proach shot landed on the backside of the green on the fringe, to set up a two-putt birdie. Collins was able to stop his approach shot on the green, but also had a two-putt birdie to conclude the tourna­ ment with both players tied with a total score of 77 on the eighteen-hole match. After the tournament was concluded, the decision was made by the coaches in the conference to allow both play­ ers to be named as Co-Golfers of the Year for the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference. Cody Collins is a junior this year at North Surry High School and is planning to compete for the Greyhounds again next year. Trey Scott is a young player and is only a sophomore. 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M D. on site to explain the same day results, answer questions, report for your Doctor All * no additional charge APPOINTMENTS ARK REQUIRED: TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT CALL TOLL-FREE: 1-877-763-3344 �TUESDAY - MAY 1 Women's Soccer Away at Wilkes Central 7 p.m. Varsity Softball Away at Wilkes Central 4:30 p.m. Men's Tennis Conference Tournament at Starmount 2 p.m. THURSDAY - MAY 3 Women's Soccer HOME vs Surry Central 7 p.m. JVAarsity Softball HOME vs Surry Central 4:30/ 6:30 p.m. Thursday is Senior Night for both Soccer and Softball w ith special recognition of seniors This week in Husky sports — Baseball ends regular Former Husky excels at App season with senior night Photo courtesy of Goasu.com Photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies had fQur seniors on their squad this year. L:R: Phillip Walter #4, Jake Miller #2, Darron Ootson #7, and David Marino #10. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Varsity Huskies Baseball team concluded their regular season competition with a pair of home games. The Huskies struggled to close the season on a good note and finished with a season record of 10-9 following losses to Forbush and West Wilkes. The first game of the week was a tough and even nonconference contest with the West Wilkes Blackhawks.The game was forced into extra innings with the score tied 6-6 at the end of regulation. In the top half of the tenth inning, the Blackhawks drove in three runs to claim the 9-6 victory. On Friday evening, after a postponed game originally scheduled for Thursday, the Huskies hosted the Forbush Falcons for the final conference game of the regular season. The Huskies battled back from an early deficit but came up short in the end and lost to the Falcons by a final score of 6-2. In the match-up with the Blackhawks, both teams experienced good pitching in the opening of the game. As a result, neither team was able to mount any offensive productivity in the first two innings of the game. West Wilkes broke the drought in the top half of the third inning when they were able to drive in two runs and claimed a 2-0 lead. The Huskies did not get discouraged from the two-run inning but became determined and during the bottom half of fthe inning made-up the tworun differential and took the lead. The Huskies benefited from some excellent hitting See Baseball, page 7 Photo courtesy of Tim Richardson The Appalachian Softball team is currently battling for third place in the Southern Conference and a key player in the success of the Mountaineer softball program is the former Husky, Kayla Richardson. Richardson is a sophomore at App and is making a dramatic impact in the softball program. This year, Richardson has earned a record of 6-8 with important conference wins over University of North Carolina at Greensboro (App 4- UNCG 3), Elon (App 5- Elon 2), and Tennessee Chattanooga (App 3- UTC 2). In the Mountaineers' series against Furman last week, Richardson gave up only two earned runs in 13.2 innings on the mound. Richardson's Earned Run Average for the year is an impressive 3.92 runs per game, which has been accumulated over 100 innings on the mound. She has made 31 appearances, with 13 starts, and 4 closings. She has faced 417 batters and only allowed 132 hits, and 67 runs, with 56 of those being earned. Richardson has also recorded 41 strike outs on the season. Last year at Appalachian, Richardson started 15 games and appeared 22 times on the mound for the Mountaineers during the season. She earned a record of 5-5 and a season ERA of 4.20 in 60 innings of play. She pitched four complete games, including a completegame, one-hit shutout of North Carolina A&T with eight strikeouts and earned a save at Furman on March 18 with 3.1 scoreless innings of work. While at Ashe County High School, Kayla Richardson was a three-time all-state selection, finished her high school career second in North Carolina history with 1,250 strikeouts, voted conference Player of the Year, and earned a career ERA of 0.283. Richardson set state records for strikeouts in a game, 40, and most scoreless innings pitched in a game, 26 in the record breaking performance at North Surry in 2005. She was also selected as the Ashe County High School Female Athlete of the Year her senior year and won 77 games at Ashe County with 17 no-hitters, three perfect games and 51 shutouts. Soccer defeats Golden Eagles, falls to Falcons by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The women's soccer team has been on the road for their two games this past week. On Wednesday, the Huskies traveled to Surry Central to face the Golden Eagles and the Huskies returned home with an impressive 31. On Friday, the team was once again on the road as they traveled to East Bend to face the Forbush Falcons. The Huskies were not as successful as they lost to the first ranked Falcons 3-0. In the first game of the week, the Huskies were able to maintain their current position of being tied for second place in the conference with an Photo by Michael Graybeal Kyle Guyton attempts to tag the runner out at second base while Jake Miller backs up the throw. Child claims first Jake Photo by Eric Lusk/ Elkin Tribune Left: Michelle Harless bat­ tles for position. impressive 3-1'victory over the Surry Central Golden Eagles. Shawnee Adams scored the first goal for the Huskies on an impressive shot from outside the penalty box to give the Huskies an early lead in the first half. With a solid defense, the Huskies denied the Golden Eagles' attacks and was able to knock a second shot in when Belynda Price was able to redirect a corner kick into the back of the net for the Huskies second goal of the match. The Golden Eagles were able to score to cut the Huskies' lead to a slight single goal, but Nancy Jones sealed the victory for the Huskies with a goal in the 67 minute of the game to give the Huskies a 3-1 lead. The Huskies defense continued See Soccer, page 7 Softball team drops back-to-back home games by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Photo courtesy of family Corey Allen Shew, age 7, is looking forward to getting to eat some Turkey Nuggets after he killed the Jake on April 7. Corey was hunting in Piney Creek on the Youth Day and killed the mammoth of a bird that weighed over 15 pounds. The Varsity Huskies softball team hosted backto-back games this past week. The Huskies opened up the week by facing the West Wilkes Blackhawks in a non-conference match­ up on Tuesday evening. Following a detrimental rain delay, the Huskies lost to the Blackhawks with a final score of 8-3. The Huskies hosted another game on Friday evening when they faced the conference leading Forbush Falcons. The Huskies suffered their second loss of the week when the Falcons defeated them 8-0. The first game of the week brought the Blackhawks into Husky Country for a nonconference game. The team's previous meeting was an intense and time-consuming affair as the game was forced into the twelfth inning until a Blackhawk was able to hit a home run to conclude the game. The story was a different tale this match-up as the Blackhawks easily won 8-3. At the beginning of the game, the weather was threatening with thunderstorms but the game started as scheduled. In the first inning, the Blackhawks scored three runs with only one out against them. The weather stopped cooperating and rain and lighting forced the game to be suspended until the weather cleared. Once the skies were clear, the game resumed. The Blackhawks were still in at bat and with only one out, See Softball, page 7 Photo by Michael Graybeal Cori Revis gets a base hit with this at bat during the Hus­ kies' loss on Friday evening. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Softball Soccer continued from page 6 continued from page 6 and a runner on third base, the Blackhawks scored their fourth run of the inning. The Huskies were able to get the next two outs to end the first half of the inning trailing 40. The Huskies struggled at the plate as the first batter hit a fly ball for an out, and the following two batters struck out to end the inning. The Huskies pitcher, Kendra Yearick struck out the first batter during the second inning, but a single, and then a stolen base placed another Blackhawk in scoring position. The Huskies defense responded by converting two groundballs for outs with the next two batters to avoid the score by the Blackhawks to keep the game at 4-0. The Huskies continued to struggle in the second inning at the plate as the first two batters hit into groundouts. The following batter, Kendra Blevins was able to get on base with a single but a strike out by the next hitter ended the inning with one runner stranded on base and the score still 4-0 in favor of West Wilkes. The Blackhawks struck again during the third inning when their lead off hitter got on base with a single. With the help of two base hits, the runner would proceed on to score and increased the lead to 5-0. The Huskies were able to get the third out prior to another run scoring for the Blackhawks, but West Wilkes would be able to score again in the fourth inning to increase their lead to 6-0. In the bottom of the fourth inning, the Huskies were able to get a runner on base when Larken Mikeal hit a one-out single and Kendra Blevins followed with a walk to advance Mikeal to second base. However, the following two batters struck out at the plate to end the inning with two runners left on base and the game proceeded to the fifth inning. The Blackhawks were able to get a runner on third base due to an error by the Huskies, but a groundout and a fly ball, which was caught for the third out of the top of the inning, left the runner on third. The Huskies took advantage of the scoreless inning by the Blackhawks and opened up the inning with Courtney Olive getting on base with to play strong and withstood the final minutes of the game to give the Huskies their sixth straight victory. Following the team's victory over the Surry Central Golden Eagles on the road Wednesday evening, the team was on the road again Friday evening when they traveled to Forbush to face the Falcons. The Huskies were unable to repeat their previous game's results and lost to the Falcons by a final score of 3-0.The last loss that the Huskies suffered had come from the hands of the Falcons when they defeated the Huskies during the first round of conference play. The Huskies' loss to the Falcons was a major defensive battle. Christina Cole recorded nine saves in the net for the Huskies compared to the mere three saves of the competitors' keeper. The Huskies were able to deny the Falcons any goals until the final four minutes of the first half when the Falcons scored their first goal. The Huskies kept their opponents scoreless till after halftime. The teams remained close at halftime with the score in favor of Forbush, 1-0. Forbush was able to add two more goals during the second half to secure the victory over the Huskies. Just four minutes into the second half, Ashley Williams scored her second goal for the Falcons to take a commanding 2-0 lead. Kelly Wood finalized the affair nine minutes into the second half with her only goal of the game and the Falcons third team goal to conclude the scoring with the Falcons winning 3-0. The split games by the Huskies allowed the team to remain tied for second place in the MVAC with Wilkes Central. The Huskies will travel to Wilkes Central to face the Eagles and determine who receives the ranking of second place this evening with the game starting at 7 p.m. The Huskies record is now 86-2 for the season and an impressive 7-3 in conference. Following the game against Wilkes Central, the Huskies will host the Surry Central Golden Eagles on Thursday evening for the final home game of the season. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kelly Hudler prepares to take a lead off second base during the Huskies game against West Wilkes. a single. Danielle Wood was able to drive Olive home with a double for the Huskies' first run of the game. A fly-out by the next Husky batter brought Kendra Yearick up with only one out and a runner on second base. Yearick was able to get on base when she drew a walk from the Blackhawks pitcher to place runners on first and second. A strike out by the following batter was the second out of the inning and brought Larken Mikeal up to bat. A single by Mikeal drove Wood home and advanced Yearick to second. Unfortunately for the Huskies, two runners were left on base when the next batter struck out to end the inning, but the Huskies did successfully score two runs during the inning. The Blackhawks regained the two runs scored by the Huskies when they scored two runs on two hits during the sixth inning to take the score to 8-2. The Huskies were unable to manufacture any runs in the bottom of the sixth and returned the favor to the Blackhawks by holding them scoreless during their final at bat. The Huskies made one final attempt at a comeback and with two outs, Tiffany Jones was able to get on base due to a defensive error by the Blackhawks. With a wild pitch, Jones was able to advance to second base and then was drove in with a single by Brittany Roten for the Huskies third and final run of the game. The game concluded with the Blackhawks winning 83. Kendra Yearick was the pitcher for the Huskies and recorded eight strikeouts during the game. Larken Mikeal had an impressive game for the Huskies as she went 2-3 with two singles. Following the game on Tuesday evening, the Huskies returned to action Friday evening when they hosted the Forbush Falcons. The Huskies had another tough game and they dropped their second game of the week with the 8-0 loss. Forbush was able to strike early and scored a run in the first inning to set the tone for the game. They added another run in the third inning and sealed the game with a fourrun fourth inning, and then another run in the sixth and seventh inning for a final of eight runs. Kendra Yearick was on the mound for the Huskies and pitched the entire seven innings. Yearick allowed ten hits, eight runs, walked four batters and struck out two batters. Tiffany Jones was able to remain behind the plate the entire game as the Huskies' catcher despite her troubling knees. On the offensive side of the plate, Cori Revis, Kendra Blevins, and Kendra Yearick who each went 1-2 led the Huskies. The Huskies record dropped to 6-4 in conference and 11-8 for the season. The Huskies will return to action this evening when they travel to Wilkes Central for their final away conference game of the regular season. The Huskies will then return home and host the Surry Central Golden Eagles on Thursday for their Senior Night and the final game of the regular season. called on to relieve Jake and pitched 2.2 innings. Brandon allowed one hit, walked four batters, struck out two, and allowed two runs. Dustin Absher relieved Brandon and pitched three innings, allowed three hits, three runs, walked two batters, and struck out two batters. Darron Dotson relieved Absher and earned the last out for the Huskies. Dotson gave up one hit prior to earning the last out. At the plate, Keaton Mash led the Huskies with a 3-6 performance, with one RBI and had two runs. Darron Dotson followed up with a 3-6 game also, and he scored one run, with one RBI. Kyle Guyton and David Marino each went 2-5, and Guyton scored one run. Jake Miller recorded one hit and scored one run, and Dustin Absher scored one run for the Huskies. The Huskies returned to action last Friday night when they recognized the senior members of their team for their career at Ashe County High School as a Husky. The Huskies recognized the four senior members of their roster prior to the beginning of the game. The seniors included #2 Jake Miller, #4 Phillip Walter, #7 Darron Dotson, and #10 David Marino. All four seniors are a key role in the Huskies line-up with Walter and Marino playing regularly in the outfield. Miller is the Huskies routine starting shortstop, but also pitches for the Huskies. Dotson is the regular starting catcher, but also pitches and has played in the infield for the Huskies. The Huskies senior night was not a joyous outcome as the Huskies battled with the Falcons for the entire length of the game, but a three-run seventh inning for the Falcons secured the 6-2 victory for Forbush. The game opened up with the Falcons striking quickly as they were able to drive in a run during the first inning to claim the early 1-0 lead. The Huskies struggled their first at bat as the Falcons retired the first three batters for a quick inning. However, the Huskies returned the favor in the top half of the second inning. The first batter for the Falcons was able to get on base with a single but when the following batter was at the plate, Darron Dotson picked off the base runner at first base for the first out of the inning. Dustin Absher struck out the next batter, but then a single by the following batter created problems for the Huskies. The base runner proceeded to steal second base and on the following pitch, attempted to steal third. With a close call on the mound, Absher was able to beat the runner with a throw to third base. Keaton Mash forced the runner back towards second base, and Mash then flipped the ball to Jake Miller for the third out of the inning and avoided the scoring opportunity for the Falcons. Despitegainingmomentum from the exhilarating defensive play, the Huskies once again were unable to mount any offense during the second and third innings and continued to trail the Falcons Photo by Eric Lusk/ Elkin Tribune Stephanie Ratliff (#6) and Leia Eldreth (#2) work to clear the ball while Laticia Patino (#10) applies pressure for Forbush. Photo by Eric Lusk/ Elkin Tribune Leah Fulbright maintains possession of the ball while look­ ing for an open teammate. Baseball continued from page 6 during the inning and was able to drive in three runs to earn a 3-2 lead at the end of the third inning. The Blackhawks responded to the productive inning of the Huskies in the same way. During the top half of the fourth inning, the Blackhawks proceeded to drive in another two runs and took the lead once again, with the score 4-3. With possession of the lead, the Blackhawks shutout the Huskies during the fourth inning and was then able to drive in another run during the top half of the fifth inning. The one run scored by the Blackhawks increased their lead to 5-3 with the Huskies only having three more at bats during regulation innings. The Huskies were able to cut the Blackhawks' lead by a sole run in the bottom half of the fifth inning and then held them scoreless during the top half of the sixth to take the score to 5-4. In the bottom half of the sixth inning, the Huskies continued their momentum from the previous inning and stunned the Blackhawks when they took the lead. With a tworun offensive inning for the Huskies, they then claimed a 6-5 lead and the Blackhawks only had one more at bat. The Blackhawks rose to the situation and drove in the necessary one run and extended the game into extra innings. Neither team was able to claim any runs during the eighth and ninth innings, but during the tenth inning, the Blackhawks busted the game open with a three-run at bat and ended the game winning 9-6. Jake Miller opened the game for the Huskies on the mound and pitched four innings. Jake allowed five hits, four runs, walked one batter and also struck out one batter. Brandon Miller was 1-0. The fourth inning brought another scoring opportunity for the Falcons. After opening up the inning with a single, the following two batters hit fly balls to the outfield for the first and second out of the inning. The following batter advanced the runner to second base with a single, and then a double by the next batter drove in one run to allow the Falcons to increase their lead to 2-0. However, the Huskies earned the third out with a ground ball to end the top half of the fourth inning. In the bottom half of the fourth inning, the Huskies were determined to even the score and a single by Keaton Mash started the Huskies offense. With a fly out by the following batter the Huskies benefited with a ground out by Kyle Guyton that advanced Mash on to second base. Mash was batted in which a double to deep right field by Darron Dotson, and then Dotson was driven in with a single by Luke Dotson to tie the score at 2-2. Unfortunately, the Huskies run was ended when the following batter struck out for the third out of the inning. Forbush responded to the two run inning by the Huskies by adding another run to their team total in the fifth inning by leading off with a single. A sacrifice bunt by the following batter advanced the runner to second. The following batter drove in the runner with a single, but the Huskies ended the Falcons at bat by catching two fly balls to the outfield with the Falcons winning 3-2. The Huskies were unable to score any more runs despite having two batters to get on base. The Falcons were able to seal the victory with an offensive streak in the seventh inning when they were able to score three runs to increase their lead to 6-2. Dustin Absher was the starting pitcher for the Huskies and pitched 6.1 innings, allowed six runs off of ten hits, only walked one batter, and struck out four batters. Brandon Miller earned the final two outs of the games with no hits, no runs, walks, or strikeouts. Luke Dotson led the Huskies with a 2-3 performance at the plate and one RBI. Darron Dotson recorded the other RBI and also scored the second run for the Huskies, and Keaton Mash scored the first run for the team. The back-to-back losses for the Huskies dropped their season record to 10-9 and a conference record of 5-7, which places them in fifth place. The Mountain Valley Conference is awarded four seeds into the NCHSAA Baseball Playoffs. If the Huskies rally during the conference tournament and win the three games, the Huskies will receive a spot in the NCHSAA Playoffs. aP Otherwise, the Huskies will be considered for a wildcard berth into the NCHSAA Playoffs considering their impressive 10-9 season record and their competitive conference games. The Huskies opened up the MVAC Tournament yesterday when they traveled to Wilkes Central to face the fourth ranked Eagles. Look for results in Friday's paper. Our Athlete of the Week, Trey Scott is a sophomore member of the Men's Golf Team. Trey finished the conference season as the MVAC Co-Golfer of the Year. Trey did not shoot a round of nine holes with a score ihiger than 40 this year. Trey I also qualified for the NCHSAA Regional Tournament. Trey Scott Congratulations Trey Scott!!! Stop by XlftrQuuS each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain Viage Shopping Center-246-5504 • Ask about detary* 246-5504 Asbe Jhletics Sporting Goods, Team Sports — Apparel and Equipment, Trophies and Plaques 6192 Hwy. 221-N • Jefterson • 982-7425 Free Letterman Pin to Weekly Winners 2 Man Biscuits H""* *2.22 r: �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Raleigh Report by Rep. CullieTarleton N.C. House Special to the Post The House moved closer this week to rolling out a full budget, with budget writ­ ers meeting long and late to craft what will be a $20 bil­ lion budget. The full House could consider the proposal Post file photo Rep. CullieTarleton as early as next week and would then turn it over to the Senate. I serve on both the Appropriations Committee as well as the Appropriations Sub Committee on Education. This week was occupied with discussions about the budget. I have several items in the budget I'm working to keep in the budget including a State Forest Headquarters building for Ashe County and a new College of Education build­ ing for ASU. I also have some other local issues in the bud­ get including money for ad­ ditional school nurses which are badly needed. Thank you as always for al­ lowing me to share this infor­ mation with you and please let me know if I can be of any service. Health Mental health services would get a boost (which I think we would all agree is badly needed) under a draft budget proposal that would increase Department of Health and Human Services spending by $45.8 million next year. The draft proposes adding $34.5 million for men­ tal health services and $29.1 million for public health ef­ forts, including $4 million to hire 80 additional school nurs­ es. I introduced the House bill calling for the 80 additional school nurses. All of the bud­ get writers increased the pace of their work as our economic picture becomes clearer and our deadlines move closer. The full House Appropria­ tions Committee is scheduled to take up the full budget plan soon. The measure will then go to the Senate and lawmak­ ers will try to approve a final version before the start of the next fiscal year on July 1. Adults adopted as chil­ dren would have access to their original birth certifi­ cates under a bill (H351) in­ troduced in both the House and the Senate. The original certificates would contain the names of the adoptee' birth parents. The certificates are often sealed from pub­ lic view at the time of adop­ tion. Some descendants of a deceased adoptee could also make the request. Birth par­ ents would be allowed to indi­ cate whether they wanted to be contacted by the adoptee. They would also be allowed to provide an updated medical history form. Ethics Public officials and state workers found guilty of cor­ ruption would lose their pen­ sions under a bill approved unanimously in the Senate. A companion bill (H1066), which I co-sponsored, is pending in the House. The bill does not make the law retroactive to cover public officials already convicted of wrongdoing. The law covers legislators, judges, teachers and state and local employees convicted of elec­ tion fraud or public corrup­ tion. Public Safety A House judiciary com­ mittee recommends adopting rules that law officers would have to follow when conduct­ ing eyewitness lineups. A state judicial commission pro­ posed the changes a few years ago after evidence showed that lineups were sometimes faulty and failed to reveal the actual criminals. Some law enforcement trainers have taught officers the re­ vised methods recommended by the commission, but they aren't obligated to. The bill (H1625) would require the training and use of the proce­ dures, such as presenting the suspects or their pictures one at a time rather than all to­ gether and having an officer not involved in the investiga­ tion conduct the lineup. The state Department of Justice has unveiled an up­ dated sex offender registry Web site to help people better track people convicted of sex crimes. The new site allows users to register to receive e-mail alerts when a sex of­ fender moves in a neighbor­ hood or near a school and to view maps that show where sex offenders live within a 5-mile radius of a specific ad­ dress. A person also can re­ ceive e-mails about a specific offender. State law requires people convicted of sex-re­ lated crimes to register with a local sheriff and the online registry provides information about the criminal, including a photo. I have been very ac­ tive in supporting legislation regarding sex offenders and sex predators. We must make sure we protect our children Notes North Carolina has one of the fastest-growing high-tech sectors in the nation, accord­ ing to a new national study of the industry. The state ranked fifth in the report with a gain of 7,600 jobs in 2005, according to the report from the trade group AeA. North Carolina had the 16th-largest high-tech industry, employing 142,300 tech workers with a total payroll of $10 billion. I talked last week about the two deaths in our 1451st National Guard Unit current on duty in Iraq. Both were out of state members assigned to the 1451st but that doesn't lessen our sorrow for the families and their colleagues within the 1451st. Our prayers are with the families of our fallen heroes. I was in touch with the Governor's office this week about the request the Gov­ ernor made to the Federal Government about declaring certain counties (including Ashe and Watauga) disaster areas due to the hard freeze we experienced over the Eas­ ter weekend. I was told by the Governor's Chief of Staff that it usually takes 3-4 weeks be­ fore they hear anything from the Feds. Rep. Frye (Avery County) and I introduced a bill earlier (H 621) to de-annex certain Beech Mountain homeowners at the request of the home­ owners and the town of Beech Mountain. We successfully moved the bill through com­ mittee this week and it now goes to the floor for a vote by the full House. I mentioned a few weeks ago about UNC President Erskine Bowles' Efficiency and Effectiveness (PACE) report. The Education Sub Commit­ tee (where I serve as Vice Chairman) considered several of his proposals this week and they all passed unanimously. It pleases me greatly when sound business principals are applied to state government. The deadline is rapidly ap­ proaching for new bills. You can check the General Assem­ bly web site for a complete list of bills I either introduced or co-sponsored. 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Phone # TIE BREAKER: (Please guess the average speed of the race winner in miles per hour) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson PIT S'TOP F O R PRIZES' ROLES 1. 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, tor that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win A. RACE WINNER - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer cor­ rectly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the $20. B. BONUS POINTS -- Pick the top three drivers in order of finish and you win the bonus. The bonus amount starts at $20. If nobody wins the bonus for that particular race, then that amount rolls over to the next race, in addition to the $20 added already. In the event of a tie, the person guessing clos­ est to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the bonus points." 5. All entries must be received in the office of the Jefferson Post no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. 6. In the event no one picks the correct winner of the race, the $20 amount for that race will also be added to the bonus points total for the next race. No Purchase Necessary to Win "Bonus amount subject lo change based on prior contest ker Tie WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET 'al ( ompain Inc. 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BLOWING ROCK - Who would have thought that a converted Chinese laundry on Chicago's north side in 1959 would give way to what the New York Times has hailed "A comedy empire." But that humble yet hallowed abode did indeed produce The Sec­ ond City, irrefutably the coun­ try's most crisply pressed com­ edy institution. And on May 18 and 19 at 8pm, Blowing Rock, NC, gets a little piece of the Windy City giggles, as Chicago's legendary comedy theatre troupe The Second City will appear at the Hayes Performing Arts Center (off HWY 321) to perform its cur­ rent show, Truth, Justice, or the American Way. Directed by David Pompeii, the perfor­ mances will feature some of the best sketches, songs and improvisations from Second City's 45- plus-year history. The Second City is the premier training ground for the comedy world's best and brightest. Indeed, the alumni list reads like a Who's Who of American comedy: Mike Nich­ ols, Elaine May, Alan Arkin, Joan Rivers, Robert Klein, Peter Boyle, Harold Ramis, John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, Gilda Radner, George Wendt, Martin Short, John Candy, Bonnie Hunt, Tim Meadows, Chris Farley, Mike Myers, Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, Julia Louis Dreyfus, Horatio Sanz, Ryan Stiles and countless others. An evening with The Sec­ ond City will provide audi­ ences with the chance to see comedy stars who may be in­ cluded in that esteemed list in the future, as well as the opportunity to see hilarious satire, cutting-edge improv and cleverly ridiculous mu­ sical numbers. No topic or subject matter is off-limits for The Second City — in fact, if your parents asked you not to speak about it at the din­ ner table, chances are it will be made fun of in an evening with The Second City. The Second Cijy cast for Truth, Justice, or the Ameri­ can Way includes Laura Grey, Sarah Haskins, Jordan Klepper, Michael Lehrer, Aimee McKay and Tim Sniffen. Performances for The Sec­ ond City's Truth, Justice, or the American Way are May 18 and 19 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 and are currently available by calling the box office at 828-295-9627. You may pay by credit card or on­ line at www.hayescenter.org. Group and student rates are also available. The mission of the Hayes Performing Arts Center is to serve as a community gather­ ing place for active exchange about culture and creativity through programming and superior services • for audi­ ences of diverse ages, cultures and economic backgrounds. The Hayes Performing Arts Center, 152 Jamie Fort Road (off HWY 321), Blowing Rock, NC, 28605, 828-2959627, www.hayescenter.org NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE LANDS of MOUNTAIN VIEW FARM II, LLC; and JOHN ILA RASH & RUTH ANN RASH JIM REEVES- VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS 202 EAST MAIN STREET, P O DRAWER 67, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 (336)246-7172 - FAX (336)246-5966 - jim@vannoyandreeves.com STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK File No. 06-SP-55 Directions to Property From East Buck Mountain Road continue straight on Buck Mountain Road, Turn right on Lauren Lane and go to the end of Lauren Lane into Cul- de- sac. Mountainview Farm II, LLC; and John Ila Rash & wife, Ruth Ann Rash, Petitioners Ex Parte. Under and by virtue of an Order entered by the Clerk of the Superior Court of Ashe County in the above captioned special proceeding, the undersigned Commissioners will, on the 11th day of May, 2007 at 2:00 o'clock p.m., at the Courthouse in Jefferson, North Carolina, offer for sale to the highest bidder, for cash, pursuant to the judicial sales procedures contained in Article 29A, § 1-339.1, et. seq., of the North Carolina General Statutes, the following described lands lying and being in Ashe County, North Carolina: BEGINNING on a large rock on top of the Paddy Mountain known as the "Wagon Rock", running West to Geo. W. Ray's line; then southward with said line to the Calvin Hodgson line; then east with the Barr grant line 10 poles to a stake in said line; then S 70 poles with said line to a sugar tree; then east with said grant line 40 poles to a white oak; then S 15 poles to a stake in said grant line, corner made between Richardson and Hodgson in settlement of the action hereinafter referred to; then east 36 Vfc poles to a stake in Barr grant line at "E" on plat; then N 10 W with said grant line to the BEGINNING, so as to contain all the land in the Felix Barr 20-acre grant north of the line of the lands or part of said grant which is the land of said J. A. Richardson by virtue of that certain Judgment entitled, "Dwight Hodgson vs. J. A. Richardson"; and containing 40 acres, more or less. At the time of the sale, the highest bidder shall immediately make a cash deposit in the amount of five (5%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater. This 12th day of April, 2007. David A. Jolly, Co-Commissioner Jimmy D. Reeves, Co-Commissioner \ YOUR HELP » NEEDED! 1N3^V Public health staff & volunteers may stop by your home during the dates and times below to ask for your input about the health of Ashe County. Let's work together, outside your home, to complete a 10-15 minute anonymous interview with you so we can have your input in making our county a healthy place to live, work, worship, learn, and play. Our hours for siotwinz by Ashe County homes: Thursday, 5/3: l:30-7:30pm Friday, 5/4 : l:30-7:30pm Saturday, 5/5 : 9:30am-4:30pm Your participation is very important for our community. Information collected from this survey will be used to make key decisions that impact the health of our County. Everyone who participates will receive a special "thank you" gift as a token of our appreciation. Public health staff will be in uniform, with identification asking for your help. QUESTIONS? Contact: Nancy Kautz, Ashe County Healthy Carolinians of Ashe Memorial Hospital at (336) 846-0781 or Jennifer Bryan, Project Manager at (828) 264-4995 orjen.bryan@apphealth.com = AN3*4 �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted POSITION DRIVER TRAINING AVAILABLE: Driving a trator-trailer is Family Caregiver the 3rd fastest M CLASSIFIED m Support Specialist job-growth category in ADVERTISING High Country Council the U.S. Professional of Governments Area drivers earn top-pay, Office Hours Agency on Aging is great benefits, and a Monday • Friday seeking worker secure future. Wilkes 8 am - 5 pm responsible for Community College providing information and SAGE Technical CLASSIFIED and case assistance Services have teamed DEADLINES together to offer the for family caregivers in the seven county best training available. Tuesday's paper region (Alleghany, Get your CDL and be (Friday 9:00 am) ready to work in 6 Ashe, Avery, Mitchell. Friday's paper weeks. Small classes: Watauga, Wilkes and (Wednesday ONE-ON-ONE TRAIN­ Yancey Counties) 9:00 am) developing resources ING Lifetime, Nation­ wide Job Placement where needed. Call (336)838-6509 Preference will be IMPORTANT given to those INFORMATION Enterline & Russell applicants with Builders master's degree with In the case of an error is seeking Carpenters studies in gerontology on our part, credit will & Helpers for projects and social work or a be given for the first in Watauga, Ashe and bachelor's degree with incorrect run only. 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Benefits include: Competitive Salary, Shift Differential, Medicine at a reduced cost. To apply: 180-Appllances 310-Musical For Sale - Washer, less than 2 years old and an older dryer for $125. Also have refrigerator with icemaker for $50. Selling all 3 for $150! Call 336-384-3194. 235-Christmas Trees WANTED: Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. M.< [iiHTj-J M j r# w We lease Pianos New & Used Grands. We buy. sell. tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 260-Garage/Yard Sales ANNUAL YARD AND BAKE SALE SAT., MAY 5 7AM - 2 PM Multi-family sale. Lots of misc. items!! Bake sale items and hot dogs available. LOCATION: Mountain Village Apts 200 Luther Road Jefferson, NC YARD SALE SAT, MAY 5 7 AM to NOON Buffalo Baptist Church Relay for Life Team will be having a Yard Sale at the Church Fellowship Hall. Located at 619 Buffalo Rd., West Jefferson. All proceeds go to the Relay for Life. For more information, call Paula Perry at 877-7734 or Diane Elliott at 846-4902 KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase Each kit includes 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet For only $5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time • 2 times -$9.50 $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Frl. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock Wanted to buy: Miniature Jenny Donkey Call 977-9309 300Miscellaneous For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For sale: Two 50cc Royal Scooters $700 firm. 16 HP Murray Lawn Mower. Needs some repair work. $250 firm. 80 cc Yamaha 4wheeler. Make offer. Call 336-846-1328 Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC 'One bedroom unfurnished eneigy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available tm i For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 Gus (ID #42) is a 3-4 Furnished 2 bedroom, year old black lab mix. 1 bath apartment for minutes from He's about 40 lbs in rent, town. $525 monthly. size and has shorter, squatter legs than a Deposit required. 336regular lab. Gus is a 246-7337. friendly guy who likes 440-Offices, to give kisses. Contact the Alleghany Bldgs., For Animal Shelter in Spar­ Rent/Lease or ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit Sale aHeghany.petfinder.com Office and warehouse space 2,400 to 3,200 PLACE YOUR sq. ft. Office designed DOGS AND CATS to tenants specifica­ FOR SALE AD HERE tions. Off Beaver FOR ONLY Creek School Rd. in $3.50 PER AD. West Jefferson city (UP TO 20 WORDS limits. 336-246-9612 PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. 460-Mobile AT 336-846-7164 Homes for Rent FOR MORE INFORMATION. 2 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home Blue Heeler, female, in Town of West under 2 yrs. free to Jefferson. Large good home, where dog private lot, Kitchen can run. Leave appliances included. message: 877-2780 $500 per month, security deposit. 350-Wanted to No pets. Buy Or Swap Call 384-4228. GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Little Classifieds... Sell it! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale House For Sale By Owner. 3 bedroom, approx. 1600 sq ft, heat pump, Monitor heater, new floor coverings and new paint. Located in Jefferson, NC. $155,000. Appointment only. Call 336-977-6242, 336-977-4460, 336-877-1000 336-846-9831 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home Partiallyfurnished RESULTS! Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Mobile Home, $450 per month plus deposit. Reference required. Call 846-9736 14x55 Good condition BIG FLACFY(5UE "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent For more information call 336-246-9258 LEARN TO DRIVE ALLIANCE TRAC 1OR -TRAILFR TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • Wytheville, ALLIANCE | "FACTOR CtN'ffcsl *A.N*NQ Ail P H| Virginia 1-800-334-1203 Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc. 200 Hospital Ave. • Jefferson, NC 28640, online at: www.ashememorial.org or email to: hr@ashememorial.org 1115Professlonals Let FREEDOM HOMES ' be your 1st choice! Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. EdzFJzJSIttVilsllMi Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale IT'S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem, Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. 530-Lots & Acreage For lease: 200 acres pasture land for cattle. Ready now. Call 336-384-2612 for more information "DT you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1090- Lawn Care Lawn Mowing Service Free quotes and fair rates. 336-877-5791 or 336-620-2122. 1115Professionals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards. Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 Classifieds ^•P^BOTTLING VENTURES Learn the joy of working for Pepsi. Take a look at our opportunities to join the Pepsi team and start your career to success. WEEKEND MERCHANDISER PBV is currently seeking outgoing, motivated individuals to service our accounts. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, able to lift 40-50 lbs., and able to complete duties with little supervision. This is a great opportunity for college students and others seeking extra income. Qualified individuals will have excellent customer service skills, a valid drivers' license with a good driving record, and reliable transportation. Currently accepting applications. Interested candidates can apply in person at: Pepsi Bottling Ventures, 9751 US Hwy 421 S, Deep Gap, N.C. 28618. Diversity is all part of the Pepsi way. EOE. Pre-employment drug testing is required. FOR HIRE NORTH CAROLINA CALDWELL COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION FILE NO. 07 CVD 622 Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. MARY MICHELLE FRASHER, Plaintiff, vs. WILBERT JUNIOR FRASHER, Defendant NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email TO: WILBERT JUNIOR FRASHER fircHytiiiiot^lyiihiiOiom Please take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has 1195-Legals been filed in the above entitled action. The na­ ture of the relief being Having qualified as , sought is as follows: Executor of the Estate of Eula G. Laurance, An absolute divorce late of Ashe County, from you based on (12) months North Carolina, the twelve undersigned does separation. hereby notify all persons, firms and You are required to corporations having make defense to such claims against the pleading not later than estate of said decedent the 30th day of May, to exhibit them to my 2007, and upon your attorney at 110 failure to do so the Oakwood Dr., Suite party seeking service 300, Winston-Salem, against you will apply 27103-1958, on or to the court for the before the 24th day of relief sought. July, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded This the 11th day of In bar of their recovery. April 2007. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted Michael P. Baumberger to the said estate will Attorney for the Plaintiff please make immedi­ 108 Mulberry Street, ate payment to the NW Post Office Box 1644 undersigned. Lenoir, NC 28645 This is the 24th day of Ph: 828-754-2496 April, 2007. April 17. 24, 5-01 Lucy L. Brown and Joseph G. Laurance, Co-Executors for the Estate of Eula G. Laurance Craige Brawley Liipfert & Walker, LLP Published: April 24, May 1, 8 and 15. 2007. Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk! Wilkes Community College Career Counselor make "Cents" For more information "Cents make Visit our website Dollars" www.wilkescc.edu Looking for a Career? Look No Further!! Wendy's in West Jefferson is NOW Hiring Dayshift and Nightshift Positions Come by and see Melissa or Bob to fill out an application at: 1380 Mount Jefferson Road in West Jefferson, NC IAM It's the Cola! 1195-Legals High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. Check Out the www.alliancetractortrailer.com Apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources 500-Mobile Homes for Sale EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Weekend Medical Technologist We are seeking a Full-time Medical Technologist for Friday/Saturday/Sundays 5:30pm to 6:30 am shift with an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technology Program), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (NCA, ASMT) or Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Technologist (AMT, HEW) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT, ASCP, AMT, current CPR and previous computer experience preferred. Responsible for performing independently, without direct supervision, medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments and analysis to provide data for diagnosis and treatment. To apply: Apply on-line at www.ashcmemorial.org or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, or email to hr@ashememori,il org �PAGE 11 TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLINA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION FILE NO. 07 SP 35 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF LANSING SHELL and TEDDY L. EASTRIDGE and TAM­ MY R. EASTRIDGE TO DANIEL J. PARK, Trustee AS RECORDED IN BOOK 00329 AT PAGE 2063 OF THE ASHE COUNTY REGISTRY AMENDED NOTICE OF SALE Pursuant to an Order of Superior Court and under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the abovereferenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations rar EXCAYATI\< [5-HOME REPAIRS^ ^\oun\am Field 13 • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation »Ponds • Homesites • Ditching •Spring Work 1 Driveways • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers 1 Gravel, Mulch, Dirt • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance •AS IS, WHERE IS'. Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment. or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers. directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representatives of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any representa­ tion or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmen­ tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition Daniel J. Park, Trustee Post Office Box 557 Elkin, North Carolina 28621 (336) 835-2166 I Kr LAWNCAtfE Now you don't have to wait in line for government service* and information because now the government is officially online at FirstGov.gov. In an instant, you can print out tax and Social Secpntv forms you used to wait in line tor. You'll also lind passport and student aid applications and more. FirstGov.gov. Lo*e the wait. FirstGov.gov The official web portal of the Federal Government For government information by phone, call 1-800-FED-INFO (l-800-3334t>36>. \ public service message (rum the U.S General Services Administration ra LAWN SERVICES [ csrLAWN MOWING H Total Lawn Care Lawn Care, Inc. J Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and pail time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. Herb Mckittrick GRASS CUTTING AND TRIMMING • BUSHHOGGING • SMALL BACKHOE 336-246-3434 & J 1 Services • Lawn 5 Lot Maintenance BBB ^ Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES Call me for any project! FREE ESTIMATES!! T ERRY SAUNDERS "Since 19X9" Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 • Thomas Reed - Owner v GET OUT OF LINE The date of this Notice is April 17, 2007. Maintenance Contracts by request. Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 ^Mobile: 336-977-1312/ 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 336-982-4651 336-877-1014 MENT^' Sjl AND K HOME IMPROVF- 336-385-8563 SPACE AVAILABLE ) 1 ^ROOFING Appalachian Roofing Co. FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties North Wilkesboro 336-670-3554 r expressly are dis­ claimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encum­ brances and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure for paying, if any. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00). whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expira­ tion of the statutory upset period. all remaining amounts are immediately due and owing. Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work No JOB Too SMALL! 1195-Legals the property, as reflect­ ed on the records of the Register of Deeds, are Teddy L. Eastridge and Tammy R. Eastridge. Northwest Appleseed Cxcavatiwg & flcmlmg • 1195-Legals 1195-Legals and agreements there­ S 68 deg. 10' E, 76 4 in Book 132, at pages in contained and, pur­ feet to iron stake, 215-216. suant to demand of the which is N 21 deg. W owner and holder of 20 3 feet from North­ There is also conveyed the indebtedness se­ west corner of building, that same drainage cured by said deed of S 27 deg. 33' E. 63 2 easement as referred trust, the undersigned feet to Blue Ridge to in the aforemen­ Trustee will expose for Electric service pole tioned deed. sale at public auction to which is 9 feet East of the highest bidder for Southeast corner of TRACT TWO. cash at the usual building, thence leaving BEING Lot. No. 46 place of sale at the said driveway, S 25 of RIVERWOOD, as county courthouse of deg. 46' W, 98 5 feet to shown on a Plat of said the said county at iron stake, N 89 deg. subdivision of record in 11:30 A.M. on May 8, 31' W. 68 5 feet to nail the Ashe County Public 2007 the following in center of Highway Registry in Plat Book 4. described real estate 194; thence with said at page 48. to which and any other improve­ highway. N 15 deg. 08' recoMed Plat reference ments which may be W. 164.2 feet with the is hereby made for situated thereoa. situat­ Odell Sullivan line to specific metes and ed in ASHE County, nail in center of said bounds description of North Carolina, and highway; thence leav­ said lots. being more particularly ing said highway. N 62 described as follows: conveyance is deg. 54' E, 70 4 feet to This the BEGINNING iron made subject to all covenants, LEGAL DESCRIPTION stake, containing 0.44 restrictive acre, more or less. easements and restric­ tions of record affecting TRACT ONE. BEGINNING on an iron And being the same the title to said real stake in center of the land described in and estate. Odell Sullivan drive­ conveyed by that cer­ way, said iron stake tain deed from Colvard And being more being N 48 deg. 30' E, Oil Company, Inc. to commonly known as: 15.7 feet from concrete Junior Ray Eldreth and 8434 Highway 194 N. form for sign, running Jerry Lee Eldreth, dat­ Lansing, North Caroli­ with said driveway and ed 4 November 1981, na 28643. a division line of the and of record in Ashe Odell Sullivan property. County Public Registry The record owners of egmimnice ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC ROOP S ROOFING 28 Yearn Experience be YA Install roofing of all kinds Hoof Painting Insured be All Work f.iianiiileed PW- FREE ESTIMATES $50 A MONTH HUNS PER MONTH PUBLISHEDTWICE A WEEK AND IN OUR TOTAL MARKETWEEKLY SHOPPER CALL GERALDINE TODAY AT '1 0 - 1 2 1 Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC 336-384-2063 Miller 336-384-3033 VpvER 30 — ^ ONLY FREE ESTIMATES! R»JP i* TtfEE-'SERVICE THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE FOR ' All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs licensed ill \ortii Carolina Allen C 336-846-7164 YEARS EXPERIENCE n" '5• « ; BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country • Pioneer • Samsung •Panasonic I "Fully Insured" *Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES SwHtuf Sbctmc ZtfurtA DUNTRY Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978/ 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 .1WH/P/V the BEST Prim Pmiblr SATELLITE J O E ' S TV AND mj SATELLITE SALES 4 SERVICE zenith •bounty, 0 U fe Stop fgr ^Creat T\'t Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience Kay Combs Tree,Service, Tree Topping,Trimming and Removal MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Residential Pick up Service $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick up Service AvailBble PROMPT SERVICE" IS OUR MOTTO! • Stainless Steel • Commercial • Aluminum • Residential • Mild Steel • Customized 24 Hour Welding Service PnrfntJln Units tor On sits Welding Ashe County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner "DEPENDABLE AND Mountain Welding Shop located at: Free Estimates 35 Years Experience 245 Von Turner Rd. •West Jefferson. NC Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 James Ellis - Owner 17 years experience Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! BB9 w m m • Logos ,W ) QvwOlV WPHX. g ulYIC/vVW MMMi • Business Cards • Brochures • Camera Ready Ads Deb Holder (Vine 336.977 2113 982-3335 <;RADIN< ftoone Grading Co., Jnc> No Job Too Small or Too Large! LKESSEI) & ISSI RED FREE ESTIMATES • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Land Clearing • Road Building . \^Septic Systems * Basements • Footers Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 • Industrial • Commercial • Residential REMODELING/CARPENTRY ( j v \ B a i x t £ t ro pi i U b u a < eV { i OOLS ON Contracting Co. WHEELS R J (AIM; 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed. Bonded & Insured • Remodel Jobs •Decks • Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs it Maintenance 336-384-4352 �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Boyscout Troop 221 holds yardsale fundraiser on May 5 Tuesday May 1 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering a Long Term Care/Medicare Spplement Insurance Pre-Licensing course on May 1 and 2. The classes will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at the Wilkes Campus. Registration fees are $55. Life, Accident and Health license is required to take this course. Pre-registration is requested. To preregister or for more informa­ tion please contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336)838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336)838-6210. 11:30 a.m.: The National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) will meet at Winner's Circle in Jefferson. 6 p.m.: Greene's Chapel Baptist Church will have Revival April 29 - May 3. Rev. Russell Sheets and Rev. Dean Crane will be preaching. Pastor Rev. Fred Steelman and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Baptist Church April 29 May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday: Jim Greer on Monday: Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday; Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing nightly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite every­ one to join them. Wednesday May 2 8 a.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering a Long Term Care/Medicare Spplement Insurance Pre-Licensing course on May 1 and 2. The classes will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day at the Wilkes Campus. Registration fees are $55. Life, Accident and Health license is required to take this course. Pre-registration is requested. To preregister or for more informa­ tion please contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336)838-6166 or Dena Wiles at (336)838-6210. 12 p.m.- 1p.m.: Women and Stroke - Free Special Presentation at AMH Mt. Hearts. Please Call to reserve your space. 846-0744. 6 p.m.: Greene's Chapel Baptist Church will have Revival April 29 - May 3. Rev. Russell Sheets and Rev. Dean Crane will be preaching. Pastor Rev. Fred Steelman and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Baptist Church April 29 May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday; Jim Greer on Monday; Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday; Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing nightly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite every­ one to join them. Thursday May 3 8 a.m.: Interagency Meeting. Come and share information with others about new and ongoing community projects, at Jefferson Station Coffee Shop. 11 a.m.: Nation Day of Prayer will be held at the Ashe County Courthouse Steps on Thursday, May 3 at 11 a.m. This is our 2nd annual National Day of Prayer in Ashe County. The public is invited to attend. This will be done all across America at this time. It will last about 30 minutes approximately. It will be aired live on WKSK 580 "The Farm." We espe­ cially invite our Veterans and anyone serving in the Armed Forces to attend. They will be recognized at that meeting. Comments about America will be given and we will all pray for America together. I plan on being there and I hope we have the biggest crowd ever for the National Day of Prayer. 6 p.m.: Greene's Chapel Baptist Church will have Revival April 29 - May 3. Rev. Russell Sheets and Rev. Dean Crane will be preaching. Pastor Rev. Fred Steelman and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Baptist Church April 29 May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday; Jim Greer on Monday; Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday; Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing nightly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite every­ one to join them. guest speaker. Special singing nightly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite every­ one to join them. May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday; Jim Greer on Monday; Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday; Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. Saturday May 5 Help Send Us To Camp! Friends of Boyscout Troop 221 are having a yardsale Saturday, May 5 at the 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Willkes Fleetwood Fire Department. Donations of items are need­ Community College to offer Life, Accident and Health ed. Pickup is available. Call Insurance Pre-Licensing C.W. Sluder at 877-1236 or Kathy Greene at 877 9261 Course. Wilkes commu­ nity College's Continuing 7 a.m.- Noon: Buffalo Baptist Education Department will Church Relay for Life team offer a "Life, Accident and will be having a Yard Sale at Health Insurance Pre-licens- the church fellowship hall. All proceeds go to the Relay for ing" course. The course will Life. Located at 619 Buffalo meet May 4 through May 6 and May 11 through May 13 from 8 Road, West Jefferson. For a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Classes more information call Paula will be held at the Wilkes Perry at 877-7734 or Diane Elliott at 846-4902 Campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. Pre-Registration 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Annual is required. For more informa­ Benefit Yard and Bake Sale at Mountain Village tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838- Apartments. Lots of items 6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) and good food for sale! 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Willkes 838-6210. 6-9 p.m.: Musical fundraiser Community College to offer at Ashe Services for Aging Life, Accident and Health Pre-Licensing will provide entertainment Insurance Wilkes commu­ by Rock Bottom Bluegrass Course. nity College's Continuing Band, Paul Hardy & Friends and His Abiding Grace. Education Department will Refreshments available. offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensAdmission $5 with proceeds benefiting the senior center. ing" course. The course will meet May 4 through May 6 and Located on ChattyRob Lane May 11 through May 13 from 8 off Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. For more informa­ a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Classes will be held at the Wilkes tion, call 246-4347. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Campus. Walter Batista will be Republican Party Lincoln the instructor. Pre-Registration Day Dinner will be held at is required. For more informa­ Greenfield Restaurant. The tion or to pre-register, contact cost will be $8.00 and an addi­ Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838tional donation to support local 6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) party efforts would be greatly 838-6210. 5 p.m.: Zion United Methodist appreciated. 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Church will hold a fish fry Baptist Church April 29 - from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Adults: May 5. Speakers include: $7, Children 12 and under: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday; $5. Jim Greer on Monday; Nathan 7 p.m.: Benifit singing at Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Rock Creek Baptist Church Houk on Wednesday; Jim for Brother Tommy Trivette. Everyone is welcome to Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is Baptist Church April 29 welcome to attend. 7 p.m.: 1 st ever High Country Disc Golf Club meeting and registration at Ashe Co. Park. Discussion followed by a glow round! If you want to help support disc golf in the High Country, come out and join the club! $20 gets you a club logo disc, plus one year of membership benefits. For more info, call Todd @ (336) 649-0888 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the Friday May 4 Sunday May 6 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Willkes Community College to offer Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-Licensing Course. Wilkes commu­ nity College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will meet May 4 through May 6 and May 11 through May 13 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Classes will be held at the Wilkes Campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. Pre-Registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 8386166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. 11 a.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 11 a.m. Evening services will be at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 11 a.m.: Paul Williams and Victory Trio will be sing­ ing at Rainbow Mennonite Church, Mountain City, Tenn. The church is located on Rainbow Road at the Shouns Crossroads. Call 423-7276230 for more information. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 3 p.m.: "His Kids" and "Adoration" of the Ashe Schools for Home Education will present a musical/drama called "Simon Says" at the Ashe Civic Center. Come see and hear the courtroom drama of Simon Peter's trial for fraud. Overwhelming facts and evi­ dence will be presented which will ultimately prove that Jesus was and is who He says he is. Everyone is invited. Admission is FREE 4 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is offering a fourweek discussion course called Global Warming: Changing COurse. The dis­ cussion class covers the his­ tory and the science of Global Warming and is designed to empower individuals to be a part of the solution to the climate crisis. The group will meet for about an hour at Ashe Memorial Hospital at 4 p.m. on Sundays, April 22 & 29 and May 6 & 20. All commu­ nity members are welcome to attend. For more information please call Vicki at 336-246- 2166. 6 p.m: Friendship Baptist Church announces that Rev. Jeremy Kilgore (Music Minister) is going to be ordained Sunday evening. The Pastor Rev. David Grinnell invites the public to attend. 6 p.m.: Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendaie Springs invites you to wor­ ship with The Southern Aires on Sunday, May 6, beginning at 6 p.m. Beginning in 1955, The Southern-Aires have been singing the Good News for over 50 years. The group has recorded more than 35 albums and was the first Christian group to participate in a Southern Gospel concert in Jerusalem, Israel in 1970. The group consists of Darrell and Wanda Webb, Duane Early, and Ashe County native and group founder, Dall Miller. From small rural churches to large municipal auditoriums, the Southern-Aires have min­ istered and entertained peo­ ple of all ages, and from all walks of life. They have intro­ duced numerous chart-topping gospel songs over the years including, "I'll See You In The Rapture" and "I'll Never Be The Same Anymore." The church is located at 3044 Old continued on page 13 m<sr TUUDflV. mflU 1, 2007 c - 9:30 p.m. yd Tribute to Mother m i CIVIC CENT-E-R Sunday, May 13th is Mothers' Day. Let's all pay tribute to our mothers. • Door Prizes • The Jefferson Post Will be publishiny a special paye • Goocfie Boijs " for Mothers on Friday, May 11th. GRAND PRIZE WINNER \!ou may place an ad for your mother on this paye. The cost is only $15 to place a photo and a Write up wilt be drawn Votti att£iu(iiuj of 30 Words or less. All ads must be pre-paid. axuHence Deadline to place ad is Tuesday, May 8 by 5pm you may briny your information to our office at Steei 203 S. Second Aoe in West Jefferson (next to Hart Power Equipment) . >^'s Mail to: Jefferson Post P0 Box 808, West Jefferson, A1C 28691* We accept Visa and Master Cards For more information, call Geraldine at 336-81*6-1161* Tickets can be purchased at: Libby's • Mark of Eden • Jefferson Post Mother's Name Your Name Phone Number Message MARK OF EDEN * *•- --Vi"i*. • - • *** 3lt ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TO THE ASUI; Couvrr LITTLE LEAGUE >6 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2007 PAGE 13 COMMUNITY EVENTS Garden Club monthly meeting on May 14 continued from page 12 Wilkesboro Rd, just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more infor­ mation and directions, please call the church at (336)9824840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Don't miss your chance to join the Southern-Aires. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 11 a.m. Evening services will be at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: The Elliott Brothers and Glenda will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Orion Baptist Church will have revival beginning May 6th with Rev. Lynn Lambert from Greater Vision Baptist Church in Wilkesboro, services begin at 7 p.m. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend. Monday May 7 10 a.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, Gary Barber, Vice Chairman of the Ashe County Board of County Commissioners, willdiscussthe programs of Ashe Services for Aging. A business meting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 9829538. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church In Todd will begin Revival Services at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anointed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that days-gone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invitation to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)9824840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Tuesday May 8 9 a.m.: The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anointed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that days-gone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invitation to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)9824840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Wednesday May 9 11:45 a.m.: "Diabetes and Your Feet." Dr. Paul Zimmerman, podiatrist will be talking to us on this important topic at AMH Mt.Hearts. For information call 846-0744. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be pro­ vided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anoint­ ed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that daysgone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invita­ tion to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)9824743. Thursday May 10 6:30 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) will hold its Executive Community Meeting at the BROC Alleghany Office in Sparta. Please call Wilkes Office: 6677141, Ashe Office: 384-4543 or Alleghany Office: 372-7284 for more information. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anoint­ ed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that daysgone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invita­ tion to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)9824743. Friday May 11 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anoint­ ed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that daysgone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invita­ tion to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)9824743. Saturday May 12 7 p.m.: Warrensville Volunteer Fire Department will be sponsoring a Blue Grass concert featuring "Rock Bottom" at Blue Ridge Elementary School. Tickets are on sale now at Warrensville Drug Storek Summit STEP Program, or you may contact any momenber of the Warrensville Fire Department to purchase your tickets. Cost is $8 for Adults $4 for children 3-12. Children 3 and under -Free. Call 3844556 or 384-4318 for more information or to purchase tickets. Sunday May 13 2 p.m.: Ashe county Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 7 p.m.: Revival at Temple Baptist Church, Sunday Night. Rev. Harlen Greer will be the guest speaker. Special singing each evening. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and congregation invite every­ one to attend. Monday May 14 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The May meeting on May 14 will be at the home of a member and a demonstra­ tion of container gardening will be given. A covered dish din­ ner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Tuesday May 15 Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing four LAH Continuing Education classes for Insurance Agents on May 15 & 16. Registration fee for the classes will be $55. Agents may earn up to 12 hours of continuing education credit. Classes will be held on the Wilkes Campus. Pre Registration is requested. To pre-register or for further infor­ mation, please contact Phyllis VanHoy at 336-838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336-838-6210 5:30 p.m.: CHATs Quarterly Meeting at Smokey Mt. Barbecue. Learn about local resources, such as: Ashe Outreach Ministries and the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic. Dinner is provided. RSVP by May 10 to Nancy Kautz, 846-0781. Wednesday May 16 Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing four LAH Continuing Education classes for Insurance Agents on May 15 & 16. Registration fee for the classes will be $55. Agents may earn up to 12 hours of continuing education credit. Classes will be held on the Wilkes Campus. Pre Registration is requested. To pre-register or for further infor­ mation, please contact Phyllis VanHoy at 336-838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336-838-6210 Thursday May 17 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screening at Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 9 a.m.: Ashe County High School is pleased to invite you and your family to the Senior Awards Ceremony in the High School Auditorium. Recognition will be given to seniors for college scholar­ ships, honor graduates, N.C. Scholars, academic achieve­ ments and many other awards. I have asked that Seniors please report all of their awards and scholarships that they have been offered or are accepting to Tara Miller (School Councelor) by May 7. This is an exciting time for seniors and their parents! Ongoing Events The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold May services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy * Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immedi­ ately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 983-3076 The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. New River Earth Institute NREI is a nonprofit education­ al foundation seeking to moti­ vate individuals to examine personal actions, habits and values as they relate to envi­ ronmental issues. It seeks to help individuals transform their lives by accepting responsibil­ ity for the earth and acting upon a commitment to it. The institute offers seven discus­ sion courses for the communi­ ty. For information please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Online www.NewRiverEarthlnstitute. org Wilkes Community College - Ashe Center is offering: Home Inspection Exam Review On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free Smoke Detector for your homel It involves having either our fire marshal or a participating local fire depart­ ment member go out to your home, fill out a short sur­ vey about any existing smoke alarms and provide some fire safety education while com­ pleting the installation. This is made possible through the Ashe County Emergency Management Office. Call Community Outreach with your name, address and phone number and it will be passed on to the Office of Emergency Management and you will be contacted. Call 846-0781. Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking vol­ unteers for upcoming fund raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your donations for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the Dog Park IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be avail­ able. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-3856129 or 336-877-7835 Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are Underway!! Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes® bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com Our elementary schools need your help! Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for children in conjunc­ tion with a visiting author pro­ gram about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the coun­ ty. Call the school at 336-9824200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 297- 5346 Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. Small Group Opportunity for Newly Married and Engaged Couples. FaithBridge United Methodist Church is offering a new Small Group for Newly Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage relationships. This small group will provide fellowship opportunities with other couples just starting out, as well as offer teaching from a video-based curriculum by two Christian counselors who are experts on marriage, Les and Leslie Parrott. The small group will be facilitated by Rev. Marianne Romanat, pastor of FaithBridge.This group will meet in the home of Kyle and Elise Sigmon in Boone, for Directions call: 828-295-8333 on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March 7th and ending May 9th. Desserts and coffee will be provided by the church, and child care will be available upon request. For more information about this small group opportunity, contact FaithBridge United Methodist Church at 828-2958333 or visiting the church's website: www.faithbridgeumc. org . FaithBridge worships on Sundays at 11 am at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive. Dress is casual and child care is provided for all worship services. The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions The AsheCounty Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. Edward Elliott,Dipl.Ac.,L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia, tendino-muscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-846-7492 mailbox #7, or 828-406-1985 for an appointment and directions. Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Dr. Dean C. Jones, Jr. Retires Ashe Memorial Hospital is grateful to Dean C. Jones, Jr., M.D. for his dedicated service to our hospital and to Ashe County. For over 44 years Dr. Jones, Jr. has served the needs of the community. Dr. Jones, Jr. better known as "Doc" 1 is truly one of a kind. Dr. Jones, Jr. graduated from the University of North Carolina School Of Medicine at Chapel Hill in 1956. He performed his residency in Charlotte, NC. Joined our hospital staff on January 10, 1963 and will be closing his practice on April 30, 2007. It is hard to imagine not having Dr. Jones, Jr. here at the hospital caring for patients. His dedication to our community, to our hospital is truly a display of service above self. Dr. Jones' life has been dedicated to caring for anyone who needed his service. His dedication to Ashe Memorial Hospital has served the community in making sure they have a hospital. It is with a sad heart that we see our "Doc" quit. But it is with a glad heart that we send him into retirement. We wish Dr. Jones, Jr. a very happy retirement. We will be having a retirement reception for Dr. Dean C. Jones, Jr. on Sunday, May 6, 2007 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the hospital dining room. Thanks Doc for caring for so many of us for so long. You are greatly appreciated! Ashe Memorial Hospital �PAGE 14 TUESDAY, MAY 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Local artist wins at 71st Annual Dogwood Festival Ronnie Hughes, native of West Jeffer­ son, gets more recognition in the national scene. Hughes has been a glassblower (lampworker) for 30+ years and he and his wife show his work up and down the eastern part of the country at juried art shows from Chicago to Lincoln Center in New York to Washington DC. Hughes received top honors again with Best of Show - Glass at the 71st Annual Dogwood Festival in Atlanta, Georgia on April 13th at their awards banquet. Only one award per category was given. The 2006 edition of the Sunshine Artist Mag­ azine ranked the Atlanta Dogwood Festi­ val, the "16th Best" show in the nation in its annual "200 Best" edition. Hughes said: "My body of work has been wildflowers since 1976 when I came upon a field of 200 wildflowers off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Than I discovered what an amazing feeling of perfection I found with the combination of subject matter and medium. Although I sometimes use colors to highlight certain aspects of my work (usually blossoms), I keep clear glass prominent in my sculptures for two reasons. I believe that the purity of clear glass lends a mystical quality to the flow­ ers, emphasizing the delicacy and fragility of our natural world. The transparent op­ tical qualities of clear glass also challenge the observer to look more closely and to use his/her imagination to complete my creative vision. I developed an organic solid glass base 25 years ago, to get a smooth transition and continuity from flower to base. My goal is always to show movement, delicacy and detail in each of my wild­ flowers. All sculptures are annealed in an electric kiln to remove all stress created during the sculpting process and checked under a poloariscope to be sure no stress remains before presenting to the public." Ronnie does not have an open studio but hopes to con­ tinue his affiliation with the Art Center and Jane Lonan in participating in the on­ going Studio Hops that she organizes annually in Sep­ tember. He shows his work on his website as well as 21 shows up and down the east coast. For more information go to www.hughesglas8.net Ms. Maloney's class, consisting of Omar Reyes, Jade Hannewald, Mason Calloway, Savannah Taylor, Cassie Miller, Tori Colvard, Carrie Duvall, Bradley Richie, Corey Badger, Mahala Land, Dylan Howell, Kanha Rosales, Linda Sanies, Cody Treadway, Riley Bumgardner, Avery Taylor, Kaylyn Osborne and Osvaldo Baranas displays their donations. Sharon Sweeney accepts the cash donation made by Mountain View Elementary's staff. Mtn. View class donates to Humane Society Tuesday was a wonder­ ful day at the Ashe County Humane Society Resource Center. Ms. Kathy Maloney's third grade class from Mt. View Elementary visited the center. They came to learn more about what the humane society does for the county pets as well as what they can do. Every child brought with them gifts of food, toys, sup­ plies for the animals. In addi­ tion, they, along with Mt. View staff donated over $200. The children were happy to see the two day-old puppies that are being cared for at the fa­ cility along with their mother who is recovering from a hit and run accident. "They asked many intelli­ gent, well thought out ques­ tions" said Sharon Sweeney, President of the Humane So­ ciety. "Their teacher as well as her intern, Lauren Wilkens, had the children extremely well prepared. Their visit was a true pleasure for the staff at the humane society. We are extremely grateful for all of their donations" , ASHE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY m VIRGINI A RKV'.r sxruj ij a * L A •A X ^ t \ These animals are available for adoption. < ' ~W Af mA |V' |- } f i ' t Charming oneyear old husky mix was found «5 "v f\ • ** -A \ If the owner doesn't claim him by Sat. He will be up AM K I am one of five puppies loveable six week old born to a husky mom. My kittens looking for forever homes. brothers and sisters have all been adopted. I'm the cutest. Please adopt me. for adoption. V K -A. V iALflr roaming the countiy side. We are five V ' yv*. if.fc The Virginia Beef Expo was recently held in Harrisonburg, Va. Independence Middle School student, Hannah Eller won first place in her class. She is a member of the Virginia Junior Angus Association and vice president of the Wythe County 4H Livestock Club. Her parents are Mr. and Mrs. George Eller of Mouth of Wilson. Her grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Bill Eller of Creston and the late Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Jefferson of Volney, Va. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 35 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 14 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-05-1 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/5b2b5e0871be2ab15509a36dd31900cc.pdf 77e4fd036bc2a0fa1db86950387769ea PDF Text Text • Both track teams MVAC champs Friday page 1B May 4, 2007 • Softball team flies past Eagles 500 page 1B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com • Tennis competes in MVAC tourney SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 36 pa9e 1B National Guard unit on its way home by Jim Thompson Editor The 1451st Transportation Co. is almost home. At press time, the Booneheadquartered N.C. National Guard unit, including its members from Ashe County, was at Camp Atterbury, Ind. They were expected back in North Carolina at the end of the week. The 1451st will be wel­ comed home on Sunday, May 6 in a ceremony at Watauga High School, starting at 3 p.m. The 1451st was mobilized in January 2006. About 170 members attended theaterspecific and force protection training at Camp Atterbury, and then arrived in Iraq in March 2006. This was the first mobilization for the 1451st in the Global War on Terror. The soldiers supported the 1st Brigade Combat Team, of the 34th Infantry Division, from the Minnesota National Guard. "The 1451st served an important role in transport­ ing equipment and supplies completing 451 combat logis­ tic missions throughout their area of operations driving over 1 million miles," said Maj. Matthew Handley of the N.C. National Guard. "Soldiers of the 1451st earned 17 Army Achievement Medals, 117 Army Commendation Med­ als, three Meritorious Service Medals and 24 Bronze Star Medals. Soldiers earned com­ mendations from 7th Trans­ portation Battalion, with sev­ eral earning Combat Action Badges. Seven soldiers were awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in action." For nearly one third of the unit this was their second de­ ployment and 10 soldiers re- Post photo by Jim Thompson January 2006: The soldiers of the 1451st Transportation Co. load up and head out for Iraq. Their homecoming will be celebrated this Sunday In Boone. enlisted while deployed. A few weeks before coming home, the 1451st suffered its only fatalities of this tour of duty. On April 14, Sgt. Josh­ ua A. Schmit, 26, of Willmar, Minn., and Sgt. Brandon L. Wallace, 27, of St. Louis, Mo., were killed in action in Fallujah. While both were attached to the unit, neither were members of the N.C. National Guard. "The soldiers received out­ standing community support during the deployment with Norman Cheek's Toyota pro­ viding thousands of dollars in phone cards and postage for care packages, Appalachian State University students sending care packages and or­ ganizing Christmas party gift drives and many other civic organizations, churches and community leaders providing support," Handley said. Land Trust marks 10 years On May 13, Blue Ridge The initial Steering Rural Land Trust celebrates Committee of Blue Ridge its 10th anniversary. On this Rural Land Trust was date in 1997, conservation composed of Kelly Coffey, in northwestern North Martha Stephenson, Paul Carolina entered a new Gaskill, Jocelyn Elliott, era when the League of Holly Ambler, Sue Glenn, Women Voters of Boone Harwood T. Smith, Steve and Blue Ridge Resource Carlson, Leo Mast, Jule Conservation and Hubbard, Milly Richardson, Development Council, Inc. Stan Steury and James of Sugar Grove sponsored Coman. BRRLT became an a meeting at Appalachian affiliate of the Southern Brian Estates Appalachian in Boone on loss H i g h l a n d s of rural land Conservancy and culture in jf of Asheville in the area. From early 1998, then this meeting a an independent, working group incorporated was formed entity in July of that began I 1999. meeting every APPALACHIAN HMOIINMi• W h e n few weeks in BRRLT became the Shone/a of Boone to independent in July of 1999, discuss the formation of a the steering committee regional land trust with became its board ofdirectors, credibility and contacts in and James Coman of Piney the rural community. By Creek in Alleghany County August 1997 the Blue Ridge became its first executive RC&D Council had formally director. adopted the newborn land "This was an interesting trust as one of its projects, meeting," said Coman. "We and agreed to provide office had been awaiting our support and "incubation" incorporation for months, of the new entity. Also in and when Steve Carlson August 1997, the new entity brought it in grinning, the adopted the name Blue steering committee realized that the easy days were Ridge Rural Land Trust. courtesy of Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust The old Swansie Shepherd blueberry farm in Lansing, owned by Walter Clark and Johnny Burleson, has been dedicated to the Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust for conservation efforts. over, and someone now had to run the organization, After conducting a thorough search, which amounted to looking at each other around the table in the back room at Shoney's, I finally said 'Okay, guys, I'll do it. I'll be executive director, and I'll work for free until I get BRRLT funded, then you will pay me.' Very fortunately, we obtained initial funding from the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation within a few months, and have been going from strength to strength since." BRRLT recorded its first easement on the farm of Kelly Coffey of Blowing Rock in January 1999, jointly held with the Conservation Trust for N.C. Since then, BRRLT has recorded an additional 47 conservation easements, and has acquired two tracts for transfer to Department of Parks and Recreation, and owns outright 147 acres in three tracts. All told, this amounts to a land protection effort of 6,500 acres since 1997. Almost unique among See iMtid, page 5A Lansing man honored by Governor by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Lansing resident Walter Clark has taken his environ­ mental expertise from the mountains to the coast and back again, earning a presti­ gious state award for his ef­ forts. A coastal agency called North Carolina Sea Grant presented Clark with the Old North State Award for "dedi­ cation and service beyond expectation" April 26 dur­ ing a reception in Raleigh. The award was presented by Franklin Freeman, Governor Michael Essle^s senior assis­ tant for governmental affairs and longtime friend of the Clark family. Clark recently retired as Sea Grant's coastal law, plan­ ning and policy specialist and purchased the old Swansie Shepherd blueberry farm in Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advert ising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffer8onpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Lansing with his partner, Johnny Burleson. "The award," states a press release from Sea Grant, "in­ cludes a quote from the gov­ ernor: *You have recognized that the real focus in life is to do more, to be more and to give more. It is above all else to matter and to count...to stand for something and to make a difference.' Clark also received a certificate of appreciation from the North Carolina Senate, presented by Chris Dillon, director of special projects for Senate President Pro Tem Marc Basnight." "It was a total surprise," said Clark of the award. "A nice surprise, and very hum­ bling." A native of Surry County, Clark developed an interest in environmental issues as a youth. Photo courtesy of Walter Clark Lansing resident Walter Clark, pictured with his dog Lily, has been presented a prestigious state award for his work in coastal environmental issues. "Going back to childhood, wandering the mountains, hiking the trails, I was in­ Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,353 25,090 U.S. service people killed (as of 5/2) U.S. service people wounded (as of 5/2) spired by the area I grew up in," he said. "It was then I wanted to do something con­ nected to the environment. I got into policy and law and thought I could connect that with the environment. I thought about coming home to the mountains while I was in college, but received a job offer doing coastal environ­ mental work so I got into the coastal issues of North Caro­ lina, many of which applied in some degree to the west­ ern area of the state. Twenty some years later, I'm back in the mountains." Clark said his family is from Mount Airy and had a log cabin in the Fancy Gap area of Virginia. He visited as often as possible, keeping a connection to the mountains, like a second home, he said. On one particular trip to the See Clark, page 5A We're proud of you! Photo courtesy of Gwynita Steele This Saturday, Anita Weaver Yates will receive her Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology (with a concentration in fam­ ily development) from Appalachian State University. Not only that, but she is graduating cum laude—with honors. What makes this really special is that Mrs. Yates is 771 Her fam­ ily (husband Gwyn and children Gwynita Steele, Rozanna Bolac and Pete Yates) says: "What a great accomplishment! We are ail very proud of you hanging in there."The Jefferson Post Joins with them in celebrating this special moment, adding that Mrs. Yates' accomplishment should be an inspi­ ration to Ashe Countians of all ages. Commissioners to start budget process by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor May is budget time in the county as commissioners and town boards of alder­ men work on plans for the coming year and present their budgets for approval. County Manager Dan McMillan will present the county's proposed budget for 2007-08 during Mon­ day's meeting of the county commission. The board of commission­ ers will meet Monday, May 7 at the county courthouse in Jefferson. A work ses­ sion is planned at 2 p.m. in the second floor conference room followed by the regu­ lar meeting at 3:30 p.m. in the third floor commission Hit-A-Thon postponed to May 12 The Ashe County Little League will host the first Hit-A-Thon on Saturday, May 12, at Family Central. The event was originally planned for May 5, but has been postponed because of expected bad weather. The event will take place between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Watch for details in Tuesday's issue of the newspaper. ArtsFair at Ashe County High School Ashe County High School will have its annual ArtsFair on Sunday afternoon, May 6. Talented meeting room. Items on the agenda in­ clude: 3:35 p.m.: Rebecca Bloomquist, JobLink coor­ dinator, with a resolution designating May as Work­ force Development Profes­ sionals Month. 3:45 p.m.: Mickey Vanscoy with a variance request regarding the county Flood Damage Prevention Ordi­ nance. 4 p.m.: Priscilla Norris, CPA, with approval of the audit contract. 4:15 p.m.: Grier Hurley and Tom Kilby with the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council with a funding plan request for next year's budSee Budget, page 5A students will share their gifts from 1 to 5 p.m. Visual Arts displays and refreshments will be exhibited in the school commons area outside the auditorium where the band and chorus will be performing. Displays of two and three dimensional art including ceramics, sculpture, painting, draw­ ing, graphic design, and photography will be set up. The afternoon schedule of events showcases a variety of talent and everyone is invited to at­ tend. Schedule of activities: 1:30 - 5 p.m. Visual Arts Displays; 2 p.m. Symphonic Band; 3 p.m. Moun­ tain Music Guitar; 3:30 p.m. Steel Drum Band; 4:30 p.m. Chorus. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY/ MAY 4, 2007^ JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Tarleton pushes to expand healthcare coverage RALEIGH - N.C. House Representative Cullie Tar­ leton voted Tuesday for leg­ islation that would extend health care coverage to thou­ sands of "high-risk" people who have otherwise been de­ nied coverage or asked to pay premiums they cannot afford. "The more people we can bring into our insurance sys­ tem, the healthier we will be as a state and a nation," Representative Tarleton said. "This bill, which I co-spon­ sored, gives those people with serious health problems an affordable insurance option and will hopefully result in more people seeking preven­ tative care. If that happens, it will help them avoid more se­ rious problems down the road Festival a hit WILKESBORO, NC: Magi­ cal moments greeted large crowds at MerleFest 2007, presented by Lowe's, the 20th annual festival in celebration of the music of the late Merle Watson and his father Doc Watson. Wilkes Community College presented the event on April 26 - 29 on its campus in Wilkesboro, NC. MerleF­ est again drew an enormous, well behaved, and apprecia­ tive audience. Total partici­ pation reached an estimate of 76,558. While some of that reflects the 4.6% decrease in paid attendance for the four day period due to guests buy­ ing single day tickets rather than 3- and 4-day, the larg­ est factor was an intentional decrease in unpaid participa­ tion. Ticket sales, however, were up on both Friday and Saturday with Saturday at­ tendance being the second largest single day attendance in MerleFest history. Wilkes Community College will pres­ ent MerleFest 2008 on April 24 - 27, 2008. A preliminary estimate calculates that the regional economic impact of MerleFest 2007 will set a record with a total impactof$17,144,109.70. This was driven up by signifi­ cantly increased spending by MerleFest attendees. The pre­ vious record was $15.7 million in 2006. Proceeds from Mer­ leFest have permitted Wilkes Community College to make numerous capital improve­ ments, including the Eddy Merle Watson Memorial Gar­ den for the Senses, the Doc & Merle Watson Theatre, fiber­ optic wiring for the campus, and the endowment of schol­ arships for its students. Over its first 19 years, MerleFest contributed $7.28 million to Wilkes Community College. MerleFest 2007 offered food, crafts, family and chil­ dren's' activities, and perfor­ mances by nearly 90 Ameri­ cana music acts, including Doc Watson and Merle's son Richard; Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jer­ ry Douglas; Blue Highway; Sam Bush; Carolina Choco­ late Drops; and many others. Many live sets from MerleFest 2007 will be available, some perhaps as early as Thursday May 3, for sale as downloads from www.festivalink.net. and reduce health care costs for us all." The bill passed its final reading in the House by a vote of 104-11, with all House Democrats voting in favor of it. The measure, a part of the Democratic caucus agenda this session, now goes to the Senate, where the chamber's Democratic leaders say they will support its passage. Thir­ ty-six states already have similar pools. Under the bill, people en­ rolling in the high-risk pool would pay about two-thirds of the program's costs through their premiums. The remain­ ing cost would be covered by cost reductions negotiated with medical providers and by a monthly assessment on all health care insurers in the state. The projected assess­ ment would be 4 cents per en­ rolled member per month in 2009 and 92 cents per month per enrolled member in 2019. An estimated 13,000 peo­ ple are expected to enroll in the pool. "Providing affordable health care insurance for people with chronic or acute health care conditions is one of the biggest challenges faced by our state," said Rep. Verla Insko, D-Orange, one of the primary sponsors of the bill. "These people require an inor­ dinate amount of health care that they often cannot afford and the rest of us already pay for their care through higher insurance and medical costs. This funding plan provides a predictable and accountable way to make sure they get the care they need." The bill is supported by the state's largest insurers, who believe it is an impor­ tant step to expanding health care coverage to the esti­ mated 1.6 million uninsured people in North Carolina. The North Carolina Justice Center, which also supports the bill, estimates that every insured person in the state already pays $438 a year in extra premium costs to cover health care for the state's un­ insured. 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EXAMINE EM, THEN RELEASE AND E HOW THEY REACT IN FERENT TYPES OF WATER w\\ .«*, « Jdfs/Uqo 0 oBpoQ • dddr • JeisA �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3A FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS SkyLine awards 2007 Technology Education Grant WEST JEFFERSON, N.C.—SkyLine Membership Corporation has announced grant awards to area public school systems that support student access to technology in the classroom. Through the SkyLine Technology Edu­ cation Grant Program, the cooperative has designated a total of $55,000 to be dis­ tributed among county school systems in the cooperative's five-county service area. This year's grant awards will go to­ ward the purchase of SMART Board™ interactive white boards for area schools. The grant awards were an­ nounced to area school sys­ tem officials during a special program at Frasers Restau­ rant on April 26. Attended by nearly 20 people, the program loto courtesy of SkyLine included remarks by SkyLine SkyLine Chief Executive Officer John Dixon (at right) pres­ Chief Executive Officer John ents an $18,500 grant award to Ashe County Schools' Direc­ Dixon, an overview of the tor of Technology Amy Walker and Superintendent of Schools grant program and presenta­ Donnie Johnson. tion of awards. An interactive whiteboard SkyLine officials acknowl­ "As a cooperative, Skysystem comprises three piec­ edged that subsequent efforts Line's core mission is service," by other local businesses, said Dixon. "We believe this es of technology linked to­ gether—a computer, a digital school boards and county goes beyond the provision of government have helped to telecom services only. Our projector and the interactive whiteboard itself. It is a com­ purchase additional SMART board and staff place a high Boards. At the April 26 value on service to our com­ bination large display panel and input device about the event, area school officials munities and being a good corporate citizen. We live and size of a standard dry-erase work in the communities we board. Information from the serve, and we see not only the computer is displayed by the need but the impact of this projector onto the touch-sen­ sitive whiteboard, which es­ support firsthand," he said. The concept of a grant pro­ sentially functions as a moni­ gram originated with Sky- tor. To operate an interactive Line's officer group, and their whiteboard, you simply touch overriding goal was to have a the panel using your finger or broad, positive impact in the a stylus, similar to the way Mother's Day, area of technology with area you use your mouse on your give a gift that will public schools. Speaking to computer. You can control ap­ area school system officials, plications, navigate the Web last a lifetime. Dixon said, "I don't think you and write over applications, can overstate the importance Web sites and digital videos of public education, and we in digital ink. "I want to thank SkyLine hope that this grant program for its continued commitment will give you some additional tools that will make your job to the technology needs in Ashe County Schools," said just a little easier." Dixon announced the fol­ Donnie Johnson, Superin­ tendent. "The SMART Board lowing awards to the five county school systems where technology is so valuable. the cooperative serves: Al­ Teachers who have a SMART Will-Mail Shopping Canloi, Wilheaboro NC Email diatungOwKiat nat - www thedwroondkmg com leghany County Schools will Board in their classroom are receive $9,000; Ashe County so appreciative. It is a new 1 -336-667-2257 • 1-888-591-3174 I AY AWAY HOW! /"TV Mi « • U> -KM Schools will receive $18,500; way of delivering instruction Ho lime limit • A ) fiy Airy Ammnt Down) '4J/ MOATnUAMMk CASf MM AS that students can visualize Avery County Schools will re­ Homw: Miv.iMr-8ATu>QA> 9:304:00 and interact with. The staff ceive $9,000; Watauga County Schools will receive $13,500; development that the teach­ and Johnson County Schools ers gain in using SMART Boards is amazing. It is our will receive $5,000. Funding was based on hope that the partnership the percentage of members Ashe County Schools has with in each of the five counties SkyLine will encourage oth­ that SkyLine serves. County ers to become involved with school systems' technology the demands for technology directors will work with area in our schools," Johnson said. Research shows that in school technology staff to de­ addition to their ability to ac­ termine where the SMART Boards will be placed, with commodate different learning emphasis placed on those styles (visual, auditory and kinesthetic), interactive white schools located in SkyLine's boards have a positive effect service area or schools locat­ on student engagement, moti­ ed in other areas in the coun­ vation, retention and review. ty where children of SkyLine Furthermore, interactive members would matriculate. whiteboards benefit teachers SkyLine will work with area by helping them streamline school systems and Seed lesson planning and delivery. Communications, an autho­ Since this grant program rized dealer, to purchase the was first announced in 2006, SMART Board equipment. BRAND JEWELRY In Concert Maif 12tln At 7:00pm Flue Ridge Elementary Adults $8 • Children 3-12 $4,3 and Under Free praised SkyLine for raising awareness and starting a trend among businesses and the community at large to acquire more SMART Boards for the schools. Another goal this program is to make the entire grant process as seamless as pos­ sible for area schools, accord­ ing to Karen Powell, SkyLine Public Relations Director, who administers the grant program. "This is a collab­ orative effort between Sky­ Line, Seed Communications and area public schools, and we will provide support from the time grants are awarded until the students use the SMART Board for the very first time. The grants include the purchase and installation of equipment as well intro­ ductory and advanced train­ ing sessions for area teach­ ers," she said. Each SMART Board package is designed to include the interactive white­ board, projector, a combina­ tion DVD/VHS player, wallmounted speakers and an amplifier. Powell said that response to the grant program by teachers, school technology facilitators and students has been very positive. "We have received numer­ ous letters, some of which were handwritten by stu­ dents, and e-mails from teachers and school officials that speak to the value of our investment in technology as a tremendous teaching tool that will enhance the educa­ tion of students," she said. t=r David & Barbara Thomas www.thomashometeam.com Rl Group •Sfesar (336) 877-3535 - Ashe 866-652-1990 - Toll Free NEW CONSTRUCTION OPEN HOUSE IM —r--r^r LIBERTY LANDING: 1 of 3 Custom Built Homes in a beautiful wooded setting: This home features hw floors. 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The law stemmed from a case where a mentally ill Guilford County man was denied a gun permit. He then went to another coun­ ty, where his mental health issues were not known to law enforcement, and was able to get a permit. He then purchased a weapon and killed himself. Fortunately, he did not use the gun to murder other people. This law would catch persons with such prob­ lems, as well as domestic violence perpetrators and others who should not have access to firearms. It would allow our law enforcement to work without the anti­ quated restraints of county boundaries to protect their communities from such people—and those people from themselves. _ Unfortunately, we are at a point in this coun­ try where even such rea­ sonable legislation as this prompts a huge outcry from the anti-gun control lobby. While supporting the Second Amendment, we believe such a bill as this should become law. Further, we believe there should be a federal registry aimed at keeping firearms out of the hands of mentally ill people, especially in cases where they exhibit violent tendencies. No right within the Constitution is absolute. Freedom of speech does not extend to making threats; freedom of religion does not extend to human sacrifice; freedom to assemble does not sanction riots. In the same way, arguments that every citizen—regardless of mental state or violent activity—should be able to buy a gun are illogical and inconsistent with how our great founding document works. We hope our legislators will give the state's sheriffs a new tool in their efforts to stem violent crime. Our local legislators need to turn a deaf ear to the naysayers, and vote for this important piece of legislation. Preventing gangs To the Editor: I agree with most of your ideas and assertions in the Dealing with gang problems" May 1 editorial. 1 have been teaching a college class enti­ tled "Preventing Gang Activ­ ity" in a seminar format since the first of the year through the Teacher Education Insti­ tute. And because teachers are often on the frontlines when it comes to prevent­ ing gang activity, it makes me wonder how much of that $2.5 million from the Dept. of Justice will be used for both parent education and in the schools in the Raleigh-Dur­ ham area. With the continued in­ crease of internet access and the general decreased scruti­ ny of what is shown on cable television (along with music), information that might be termed gang-related is being disseminated at a rapid pace. And with that is the misinfor­ mation or what I'll call "gang mythology" which includes lies like: Gangs are glamor­ ous (if getting shot at is glam­ orous), gangs are invincible (simply false bravado), gangs provide sustainable means (rank and file gang members make more working at the minimum wage jobs), gangs replace families (if you get hurt, or lose your car, you're out), gangs provide protection (just the opposite, gangs put you directly in harm's way), and gangs are for life (if you mean prison terms). It's my understanding and belief that true gang preven­ tion begins at home and then later at school because, we, as educators, have a profound opportunity because of time and proximity to co-opt the pull or allure of gangs by pro­ viding pathways to more con­ ventional means. When we have to rely on the Dept. of Justice, i.e. law enforcement, for gang prevention, then we've let it get away from us as a society. wnmwwl "WU.WT et SMOWNfi Member. N.C. 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They fret who can marry, so no one will ole boys passing on cash to friends to help taking advan­ notice how they are plunder­ tage of Mother Nature. We ig­ ing the treasury. They scream nore those who play the game over the exposure of skin so games it was a big argument we wish on the surface. that no one will notice how between their coaches and our Authoritarian is obedience they're removing the protec­ umpires and the person over to authority instead of indi­ tions from our life support the league. Actually this just vidual freedom. The only real system also called the envi­ happened on Saturday April authority is one who is "all- ronment. They whip up hys­ 28th; the team never showed good" and Jesus said none are teria over Terri Schiavo in the up or called. The worst part except God. God wants us to name of a "culture of life", but is that one of the team play­ have individual freedom. The are eager to go to war or si­ ers and parents arrived at Bible is called God's Word lent on gutting the Clean Air the field and had no idea that and James called the Bible Act in a way that will speed their team was not coming! the perfect law of liberty. Je­ the deaths of thousands each Finally, on Saturday April 28, sus said his followers would year. 2007,7 umpires showed up for Incompetence, abuse ol not exercise dominion one the boys games at Ashe Park, over another, but would serve power, corruption, and cor­ but not ONE showed up for each other in loving brother­ porate foolishness used to the girls games. I, along with hood [Mat. 20:25-28, Acts be checked by balanced and many other parents, am very 2:441. That means we can't separate governmental pow­ disappointed in some of the have majority rule, except for ers and at the ballot box by umpires that we have dealt 100% majority rule. That's citizens informed by an alert with so far this season. I have called consensus. Quakers and independent media. Now been told by one coach that figured that out over 350 all branches of government the county has recruited 2 years ago. American juries and the mainstream media umpires from Wilkes County. have used consensus since are dominated by the wealthy I don't understand that, es­ elites in control. Unbridled our founding. pecially when the county has Many Bible-believing capitalism creates more trou­ had people from this county Americans, especially politi­ ble than it solves and is not volunteer but were denied cians and super-patriots, are Christian. the opportunity to umpire. willing to cause others to suf­ What scares the gov't and One of the first umpires we fer and die when their earthly organized religion more than had this season was over­ security appears threatened. the possibility of informed cit­ heard by at least 5 parents This is against what Jesus izens thinking for themselves stating that "It is not like did and said.The problem lies and living free from the ad­ these girls take this game se­ in desire for prestige, power, vertised fears? Religion has rious." After this dishearten­ or vengeance when "honor" become a standardized public ing comment, there were sev­ is tarnished. The American spectacle. If people want to eral more degrading remarks Christian church participates claim they have a religion of about the girl's softball. Well in the conduct of wars. Much peace they have to act that my remark is this- As for my of Christianity believes in re­ way. Otherwise they become Scott Ballard daughter's team- each and ligion that never opposes mil­ puritans who someone de­ every one of them takes this itary actions, in direct opposi­ fined as; those who are afraid VERY SERIOUSLY and they tion to the teachings of Jesus. someone somewhere is hav­ play with all their hearts! My Churches haven't found the ing fun. daughter and her friends re­ courage to be peacemakers. ally enjoy this game and look Craig Dudley Church wants to be about forward to playing, but each struggling to implement Je­ To the Editor: I am both disappointed one is becoming disheartened sus' teachings in the Sermon and frustrated with the Ashe due to all the negative com­ on the Mount. Christians ments and actions they are County Little League Board could be doing what the origi­ seeing from some, not all, of over the management of the nal followers of Jesus did; Girl's softball. I understand the umpires and ACLL Board imitate him by performing, that you can not satisfy ev­ members. My family has been no matter the circumstances, playing ball for several years eryone, but I feel that the nonviolent deeds of love, liv­ and this is the first year that girls are being discriminated ing lives of forgiveness and against. At our first meeting it has been this bad!! Also, refusing to participate in or of the season we were told since when did all the teams remain silent about war. The editorial page that the ACLL Board really have to be the same color? People say, "I have faith, I The Angels, Phillies and Reds of the Jefferson Post wanted to get more girls in­ believe this in my heart and are all RED and GRAY! How is available, free of volved in county sports. Well nothing you can say or do can crazy is that? I really feel charge, for readers to I am not just seeing how shake my faith." That's just that the girls are being dis­ they are even trying. First a long-winded religious way express their views. All criminated against and they of all, there is not even a to say; Shut up. The majority it takes is a letter to DESERVE fair and equal league for girls over the age does whatever they are told if the editor. The subject treatment! My question to of 12yrs. Yes- they say that they believe the orders come the ACLL Board is - What of the letters should be it is because they can play in from legitimate authorities type of example SHOULD be a matter of community middle school. Well, how can telling them they aren't re­ set for our youth?? interest and should be they play when there are 24 sponsible for their actions. girls trying out and only ONE This is how we roll out the limited to 700 words. Lisa Sawyer coach? What kind of encour­ red carpet for self serving au­ Letters must be Jefferson agement does that give to a thorities. If the ends justify signed with an address young lady in such a vital time the means what is the differ­ and phone number for of life? Secondly, the girls are ence between white and black verification purposes. just tossed around to what­ hats; you are what you do. Only the writer's name ever field or county without Everything in the Gospel regard to time of the games To the Editor: rejects what flags stand for: and community will be Amorality is admired and boundaries, hatreds, creation or even the fact of games on published. Letters must EOG nights. I was told by a rewarded in organizations of enemies. If you knew noth­ not be libelous and no board member via email, that where it's called professional­ ing of the Bible, but learned poetry will be accepted they (ACLL Board) were fa­ ism and efficiency. Immoral­ Christian values only from for publication. voring another county a bit ity is wrong doing of your own our current rulers, you would choice. Amorality is doing it think that Jesus' moral con­ Please address: To this year because that county because an organization ex­ cerns focused on sex. He had was the one that did the most the Editor, Jefferson traveling. Well, that is just pects you to do it. Amorality little to say about sex. The Post, P.O. Box 808, Wes not true! I can remember last is worse than immorality be­ moral issue that seems to Jefferson, NC 28694 or year several times this specif­ cause it involves denying your have concerned him most was email to jthompson® ic team didn't call or show up responsibility. Americans bat­ not private matters but how jeffersonpost.com. for several games. And when tle many things; cancer, evil, the powerful treat the power­ drugs, terrorists, corruption, less; "The least of these, my they did decide to come to the Letters to the Editor Girls' softball Express your views Amorality �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5A FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 FROM THE FRONT Clark Budget continued from front page mountains in 2000 he was told by friends he should visit the Swansie Shepherd blue­ berry farm in Ashe County. That visit determined the course of his future. "Just like this year, the blueberries that year were killed by the late freeze, but I didn't know that," he said. "I came to the farm, but there were no berries, so I just en­ joyed the .scenery. I thought, this place is amazing. John­ ny's family had a cabin in the Horse Creek community, and two years later we were visiting and I picked up a flyer about the farm being up for sale. I couldn't believe it. I went out and looked and decided it was time to start thinking about moving back." There was no second guessing about purchasing the Swansie Shepherd farm, Clark said. "It is probably the most impulsive thing I've ever done in my life," he said. "I'm not a farmer. I grew up in a small town. The thing that encouraged me to buy was the beauty of the place and the old house that could be fixed up. It was made known to us how important it was to keep the blueberry patch go­ ing. The question was how to do that and not live here." The solution was to have the farm managed by Eddie and Ellen Woody, residents of the area who knew the farm, Clark said. Ellen continued to manage the farm while Ed­ die renovated the house and continued from front page facilities. "This was great for them and the business and the community, and they pro­ vided a good introduction for us to the community," Clark said. "Being from North Caro­ lina helped. People have been so warm and welcoming out here. We've had nothing but a positive experience." About Clark's education and work with Sea Grant (from the organization): After receiving his law de­ gree from Wake Forest Uni­ versity and master's in landuse and planning from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Clark began his career with the state as a staff attorney with the N.C. Division of Coastal Manage­ ment. He then spent more than two decades with Sea Grant, establishing himself as an outstanding researcher and educator. His research helped shape state policy on a wide range of issues, including fisheries, aquaculture, coastal develop­ ment and real estate, eroding shorelines, waterfront access, multi-slip docking facilities, global warming and sea-level rise. Clark led the selection of North Carolina candidates for the annual John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship, a national, competitive pro­ gram that brings outstanding graduate students to Wash­ ington D.C. to work on marine policy issues. Clark also was a cofounder of the N.C. Coastal Resources, Law, Policy and Planning Center (CRLPPC), a partnership between North Carolina Sea Grant and the UNC School of Law to engage law students in contemporary coastal issues. His thoughtful, balanced approach also led to Clark's appointment on several prom­ inent committees throughout his career. Most recently, he chaired the state's committee on multi-slip docking facili­ ties, which examined North Carolina's marina policy and the long-term affects on wa­ ter quality. Clark officially retired from his post at Sea Grant in Janu­ ary, but continues to work on environmental policy issues in North Carolina's mountain communities. Clark's commitment to undergraduate education was recognized by North Carolina State University's First Year Inquiry Program. Janice Odom, director of the Caldwell Fellows Program presented the honor at the April reception. About Sea Grant: "Through research, educa­ tion and outreach programs, North Carolina Sea Grant works with individuals, groups, government agencies and businesses to develop an understanding of the state's coastal environment and pro­ mote the sustainable use of marine resources," according to the organization's web­ site at www.ncseagrant.org. easements, and rural land preservation in northwestern North Carolina, please contact Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust, P.O. Box 2557, Boone, N.C. 28607, or at 336-3592909, or info@brrlt.org, or visit the website at www. brrlt.org. Land continued from front page land trusts in the southeast, a remarkable percentage of BRRLT's directors have donated conservation easements on their own properties, with 11 donations totaling 1,439 acres to date and two additional donations of easements on 330 acres in process. "BRRLT since its beginnings has adopted a very low-pressure, lowprofile, farmer-friendly and somewhat laid-back method of operations, resulting in very good landowner and community relations," Coman said. "This has been extremely important for us in our work with rural landowners. As far as I am aware, no other such organization in the southeastern United States has a two-person staff (Coman and Administrative Assistant Sue Fender) with nearly 100 years of hands-on experience in agriculture." Currently, Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust is working on the protection through conservation easement of 11 separate properties totaling no less than 2,925 acres throughout its service area. Most of these projects should be completed by the end of 2007. In progress are one tract of 488 acres and a second tract of 180 acres of the Michael and Virginia Tate Farm in Ashe County, 63 acres of the old Swansie Shepherd blueberry farm in Ashe County, 220 acres of Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area in Alleghany County, 70 acres of the Weldon Thornton Farm in Watauga County, and 25 acres of the Lavola Carender Historic Farm in Watauga County. Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust works to "Preserve Rural Communities and Culture in Northwestern North Carolina through the Protection of the Land Resource upon Which They Depend." BRRLT is a private, non-governmental, non-profit corporation whose mission is to assist landowners in the protection of their property, primarily through conservation easements. BRRLT practices grassroots conservation, being primarily landowner driven in its approach to land protection. For more information about Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust, conservation JCeT ^<s>4A "In recent decades, unprec­ edented population growth within the coastal region has brought economic oppor­ tunities as well as strain on natural resources. Through its talented and varied staff, Sea Grant responds daily with cutting-edge solutions to coastal concerns, such as lin­ gering effects of hurricanes or the need for new seafood technology. North Carolina Sea Grant began in 1970. Six years later, it became the na­ tion's 12th Sea Grant College Program. Now the universi­ ty-based program is part of a network of 30 Sea Grant pro­ grams that wrap the shores of the Atlantic, Pacific, Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes." Clark and Burleson are enjoying their work with the old Swansie Shepherd blue­ berry farm, which they have renamed Old Orchard Creek Farms. Clark said they are sorry to report there will be no blueberry harvest this year because of the freeze in April, but they have high hopes for next year's harvest. The farm has about 3,000 blueberry bushes where people can come and walk up and down the rows picking berries. Sev­ eral varieties are grown and plans are to provide berries for New River Wineries in Lansing. The house (circa 1890) and farm have been placed on the National Register of Historic Places and offered into Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust for conservation. For a great article about Clark's work with Sea Grant and photos, go online to www. ncseagrant.org and look for Coastwatch Early Sum­ mer 2007, "Coastal Steward: Clark's Influence Felt State­ wide" by Kathleen Angione. get. 4:25 p.m.: Emergency Management Coordinator Patty McMeans with a reso­ lution supporting House and Senate bills on funding eligi­ bility for fire departments in statewide grants. 4:40 p.m.: Dan McMillan with the proposed county budget and scheduling of work sessions. 5 p.m.: Economic Develop­ ment Director Pat Mitchell with information on a certi­ fied entrepreneurial commu­ nity program. 5:10 p.m.: Executive (closed) session on economic development. Items under general ses­ sion include an appointment to the Long Term Care Joint Community Advisory Com­ mittee, proclamation for a Day of Prayer, and declara­ tion of intent to reimburse county funds for the law enforcement center and jail and for the county landfill phase III construction. The commissioners are also conducting a special meeting on Friday, May 4 (today) at 8:15 a.m. in the courthouse second floor con­ ference room to discuss the law enforcement center con­ struction with Architect Jack Hemphill. Part SHOWTIMES^ Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM Theatre Two fTirehouse Dog -mi" 'IG1G1B ilEIGIG 7E1G1G ^95 llFwlovie schedule for -f WL May 4 -10, 2007 Blh|bib|b|GiG imninininnninl (bfbdi w o r k s h o p s "PUT YOUR BEST FACE FORWARD" True Beauty Conies From Within Instructor: Raney Rogers May 9 10-2 WITH FREE $65 (lunch included) FOLDING Get a taste of White Hart Woods 336.246.3600 / TRAVEL CHAIR West Jefferson 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road 246-9700 313 Ml. Jefferson State Park Rd., West Jefferson, NG 28694 www.whitehartwoods.com Original Mother's Ring® In Store Rings made up until mothers day Quantity) Available Until May 12 (In Stock Items) Help her remember every original moment with a classic style from The Original Mother's Ring® Collection. Each ring, bracelet, pendant and charm is crafted with twin gold bands and lustrous colored stones to mark the birth month of each child. c^^oesn't She Deserve The Original? BRAND JEWELRY Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9:30 am-6 pm 1 -336-667-2257 *f Qfifi CQ1 717/1 ' •000"sl\/ I / 4 Mvntm JA • DO • NCJA m* Bank www. N westernBank. com Member FDIC Dr. Dean C. Jones, Jr. Retires Original Moments. Original Memories. SSS&W0 c""" Email diakinoCB wilkes not www thadiamondking com Northwestern BODAYBAMRA*CAJIH F1NANCINO Ashe Memorial Hospital is grateful to Dean C. Jones, Jr., M.D. for his dedicated service to our hospital and to Ashe County. For over 44 years Dr. Jones, Jr. has served the needs of the community. Dr. Jones, Jr. better known as "Doc" is truly one of a kind. Dr. Jones, Jr. graduated from the University of North Carolina School Of Medicine at Chapel Hill in 1956. He performed his residency in Charlotte, NC. Joined our hospital staff on January 10, 1963 and will be closing his practice on April 30, 2007. It is hard to imagine not having Dr. Jones, Jr. here at the hospital caring for patients. His dedication to our community, to our hospital is truly a display of service above self. Dr. Jones' life has been dedicated to caring for anyone who needed his service. His dedication to Ashe Memorial Hospital has served the community in making sure they have a hospital. It is with a sad heart that we see our "Doc" quit. But it is with a glad heart that we send him into retirement. We wish Dr. Jones, Jr. a very happy retirement. We will be having a retirement reception for Dr. Dean C. Jones, Jr. on Sunday, May 6, 2007 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the hospital dining room. Thanks Doc for caring for so many of us for so long. You are greatly appreciated! Ashe Memorial Hospital �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ELIGION R Faith shines bright at NASA engineer's funeral by Bonnie Pritchett Baptist Press Special to the Post LEAGUE CITY, Texas (BP)—"Just tell them about David and tell them about Je­ sus." That was the advice of Lin­ da Beverly to her pastor when he asked what he should speak about at her husband's funeral on April 26. Each person who spoke at the memorial service for Da­ vid Beverly, a NASA engineer who was fatally shot in his Johnson Space Center office April 20 by a NASA contract employee, mentioned Bever­ ly's faith in God as being the fundamental element of who he was. Hundreds attended the service at Bay Area First Baptist Church in League City, Texas, including people from the upper echelons of NASA's Johnson Space Cen­ ter to salt-of-the-earth motor­ cycle enthusiasts—A testimo­ ny to Beverly's wide range of associations and friendships in life. Friend and fellow biker Robert Maddocks said Bev­ erly lived life to the fullest. His love for the Lord and his • wife seemed closely rivaled by his passion for his motor­ cycles. Beverly and his wife Linda were members of six motorcycle clubs, attending rallies with groups and tour­ ing across the United States, Canada and Mexico on their own. Maddocks took to task a sus Christ. Jackman recalled as a young boy tagging along be­ hind his brother who was eight years older. It broke his heart when David left home for college and marriage, he said. And now, he added, "af­ ter all these years, he has left home again. He has moved local news account that de­ scribed Beverly's garage as a "shed littered with motor­ cycles." Knowing how meticu­ lous the engineer had been in his work, the congregation laughed at the misrepresen­ tation. It was no shed, Mad­ docks declared . " It was the Garage-mahal." Throughout the service, speakers pointed to the stal­ wart strength and genuine good-natured attitude of Lin­ da Beverly. As Linda Beverly entered the sanctuary, followed by a long line of family members just prior to the start of the service, she turned to those gathered and waved at famil­ iar faces, smiled and waved some more. This, the pastor said later, 999S Superbike—were on display outside the church. It was a tribute to his love of motorcycles and the relation­ ships fostered and nurtured by those bikes, Maddocks said. Before any motorcycle rally, designated bikers perform a pre-ride. The ride, Maddocks explained, follows the route of the rally in order to check road conditions. "I'm convinced, dear friends, he is conducting the ultimate pre-ride." And to David, he added, "We're all go­ ing to be joining you at (God'sl rally real soon." Beverly's younger brother, Bill Jackman, said of him, "He was and still is my hero." But before he addressed the congregation about his relationship with his brother, Jackman read from Matthew 18 where Peter asks Jesus how many times a person i s to forgive a n offender . I t was the only allusion to the shooting during the funeral, a service pastor Randall Wil­ liams called an occasion to celebrate the life of Beverly and proclaim the name of Je­ fat Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Bald Mm. Rd. Wesi Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service • 11:00am Sunday Ewning Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Sunday School -10:00 a.m. • Preaching Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Pastor, Chris Cox West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Cornerstone Fellowship Burnett St. • West Jefferson Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School -10:00 cun K and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espahol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases dc ESL Servicios a las-7:00PM Nursery provided for all sendees Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1 (Episcopalian) "Join us in worship to Christ" Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m 846-3954 Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00a.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church *91 Friendship Baptist Church Rd Jefferson, NC Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School • 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Seniles • 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Services • 6:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service • 7:O0p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" We invite you to join us for a God centered, Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 OIJHwy, 16 • Crumpter. NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Sen-ice- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service • 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Sen-ict- • 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join ut for a joyful worship experience. , Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Mount Jefferson Mt. Paddy Church Presbyterian Church Pastor: 'Tim Rolen Billy Robinson - Pastor Seventh-Day Adventlst Church J Pastor: Kevin Morgan t'/f 336-667-6092 a.m. Saturday Sen-ices: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 9S2-3076 Worship - 10:30 A.M. Cliildrens Sunday School -10:00 AM Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 of WarrensvUtc Worship Times: Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Worship A Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Glendale Springs Welcome Home Baptist Church ft:00 am d 6:00 pm Minister Creighton Beatty family worshipping experience. Sunilay School 10:00 a.m. Holy Trinity Church 10:00 _ _ Sunday Worship Sen-ice - Fleetwood, NC "Come as you are. you n iU he loved" Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. 221 Ba/netl Sr., I Off Buck Mtn. Read) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship ! 1:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church North Beaver Baptist Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Big Flatts Baptist Church Church of Christ at West Jefferson "And He led them as far as to Bethany... J We would love to have you come worship with us. Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Beaver Creek Christian Church Baldwin Community Church Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Sunday School 9:45a.m. 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson. NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m Sunday • Suiulay School 11:00 a.m Suiulay • Worship Ser\-ice 6:30p.m Sunday • Sunday Night Sen ice 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. I0:0<) a.m. Fuesdas • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting II wy. 163 West Jefferson ^ Blue Ridge Worship Center Sunday Worship 11-00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 Last Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Sisters of, James M. Brown Pastor Lewis Poag Preaching - 6:00 p.m. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. JFEU 495 Highway 194 South 164 Big Piney Creek Road • Lansing, NC 384-9124 • Cell: 977-4648 Deep Ford Rd.. Irnsing JHurUc Thanks to all of you! 336-877-2801 Pastor: Johnny Johnson Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 of you, our burden was made lighter . Bethany United Methodist Church Hakimountninchurch.org Hetliel Sepa/uUe S p l t GltWiclt a ii Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church service . Because of all Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd 11 mi. off Hwy 2211 SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY- Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer & Outreach) WEDNF.SDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) I Missions Ministry, Van Ministry. Teen Time) Vt Church focused-on faith,family A the future" Entail: Baldmnuntuin@skybest.com Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Sunday Night New Diver Church and for all who had part in the memorial Church 877-1550 Parsonage H77-2042 Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. A special thanks to the staff at Margate Nursing Center , Badger Funeral Home, Dr. Kevin Kurtz, Dev. Wayne Jones, Qwt 5 "Tfecvui" 0 H46-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Corner of Fan Roland <5 McNeil Sis • Jefferson 188 West • Left on McNeil. One BlockI Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Bonnie Pritchett is a cor­ respondent for the Southern Baptist TEXAN, newsjournal of the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention. passing of our brother . Dall Miller and the Southern Aires will be at the Blue Ridge Worship Center, Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs at 2:00pm, Sunday, May 6 No Charge - Come Worship SautAcnt him throughout his life. Those who believe in the Lord and Savior know this is but a tem­ porary separation and that a joyous reunion awaits us with him." We would like to thank all of those who offered prayers, and for all the many acts of kindness shown to us during the From Dayton, Ohio Assembly of God Church Visit With Us This Sunday 5:6-9, he said Beverly was ready to depart. "Even in his last moments he was a man of peace. He would say to you, you can have the same sense of purpose and meaning and it com^s from God. Make sure you're ready for your day of departure." Printed in the program were these words: "David's faith in Jesus Christ guided The Southern Aires Pastor George Norris 220 Lynch Colvard Rd.. Jefferson, NC this. But joy only comes from the peace, strength and seren­ ity God can give . This is who she is because of the love and faith and strength that only God gives." Linda Beverly, Williams said, knows how to deal with tragedy—just as King David did with the loss of his son. Citing 2 Chronicles 12, Wil­ liams said the king's response to the death of his child is one Linda has emulated. Ques­ tions of why horrific things happen should not interfere with a believer's relationship with the Lord and her under­ standing of who God is in the midst of loss. Williams closed the service with an invitation to salva­ tion. Quoting 2 Corinthians on." Four of Beverly's prized bikes—including his Ducati Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 246-2979 is not a put -on. "I can assure you Linda is not happy about Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Worship • 11:00 AM Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. 846-7481 We have a nursery and children churches available St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main & tvy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 am Saturday Evening Mass 5:00pm English A 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass • Call for times Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West. Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 aM. • Worship II:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building h\ Faith Promise Warrensville United Methodist Church 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship - 9:00AM Visitors become family West Jefferson United Methodist Church Office Phone: 336-982-94/0• in. bnnit Jones • Pastor Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson. North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th> • 7:OOPM Phone: 336-246-5292 Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Youth Services • Sunday •6:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! 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Y"' The Way You Want It HOMES vvww.ciassichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • I620 NC 163-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Fish Fry tonight in Clifton to support Ashe Outreach Ministries and Mobile Meals Friday May 4 The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Willkes Community College to offer Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-Licensing Course. Wilkes commu­ nity College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will meet May 4 through May 6 and May 11 through May 13 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Classes will be held at the Wilkes Campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. Pre-Registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 8386166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Fish Fry in Clifton at Mobile Meals. to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries and Mobile Meals. Live Bluegrass Music. 385 1314 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.: Musical fund­ raiser at Ashe Services for Aging will provide enter­ tainment by Rock Bottom Bluegrass Band, Paul Hardy & Friends and His Abiding Grace. Refreshments avail­ able. Admission $5 with pro­ ceeds benefiting the senior center. Located on ChattyRob Lane off Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. For more infor­ mation, call 246-4347. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner will be held at Greenfield Restaurant. The cost will be $8.00 and an addi­ tional donation to support local party efforts would be greatly appreciated. 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Baptist Church April 29 - May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday; Jim Greer on Monday; Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday; Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7 p.m.: 1st ever High Country Disc Golf Club meeting and registration at Ashe Co. Park. Discussion followed by a glow round! If you want to help support disc golf in the High Country, come out and join the club! $20 gets you a club logo disc, plus one year of membership benefits. For more info, call Todd @ (336) 649-0888 7:30 p.m.: Revival will be held at New River Baptist Church, April 29 through May 4 Prayer room open at 7:15 and services begin at 7:30 with Rev. Jeff Dollar as the guest speaker. Special singing nightly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Congregation invite every­ one to join them. Saturday May 5 Help Send Us To Camp! Friends of Boyscout Troop 221 are having a yardsale Saturday, May 5 at the Fleetwood Fire Department. Donations of items are need­ ed. Pickup is available. Call C.W. Sluder at 877-1236 or Kathy Greene at 877 9261 7 a.m. - Noon: Buffalo Baptist Church Relay for Life team will be having a Yard Sale at the church fellowship hall. All proceeds go to the Relay for Life. Located at 619 Buffalo Road, West Jefferson. For more information call Paula Perry at 877-7734 or Diane Elliott at 846-4902 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Annual Benefit Yard and Bake Sale at Mountain Village Apartments. Lots of items and good food for sale! 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Willkes Community College to offer Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-Licensing Course. Wilkes commu­ nity College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will meet May 4 through May 6 and May 11 through May 13 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Classes will be held at the Wilkes Campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. Pre-Registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 838- 6166 or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. 1 p.m.: Mount Jefferson State Park: Mt. Jefferson Geology. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides on this metamorphic mountain? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a 1.3-mile hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Bring a coat, and wear sturdy shoes. 5 p.m.: Zion United Methodist Church will hold a fish fry from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Adults: $7, Children 12 and under: $5. 7 p.m.: Saturday Night Singing at Mountain View Baptist Church. Singing will be: Still Blessed.Pastor Denton Hart and the congre­ gation want to invite everyone to attend! 7 p.m.: Benifit singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church for Brother Tommy Trivette. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Pine Grove Baptist Church April 29 - May 5. Speakers include: Lundy Finley Jr. on Sunday; Jim Greer on Monday; Nathan Eggers on Tuesday; Carlton Houk on Wednesday; Jim Francis on Thursday; Mike Barfoot on Friday; and Thomas Russel on Saturday. Special singing nightly. Everyone is welcome to attend. Sunday May 6 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Willkes Community College to offer Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-Licensing Course. Wilkes commu­ nity College's Continuing Education Department will offer a "Life, Accident and Health Insurance Pre-licensing" course. The course will meet May 4 through May 6 and May 11 through May 13 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Classes will be held at the Wilkes Campus. Walter Batista will be the instructor. Pre-Registration is required. For more informa­ tion or to pre-register, contact Phyllis VanHoy at (336) 8386166 or Dena Wiles at (336) Ashe Memorial Hospital 838-6210. 11 a.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 11 a.m. Evening services will be at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 11 a.m.: Paul Williams and Victory Trio will be singing at Rainbow Mennonite Church, Mountain City, Tenn.The church is located on Rainbow Road at the Shouns Crossroads. Call 423-727-6230 for more infor­ mation. 2 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson State Park: The Legend of Tom Dooley. Meet at the Mount Jefferson Picnic Shelter Join a Western North Carolina native as he relives the last days of the North Carolina legend, Tom Dooley. Did Tom Dooley murder Laura Foster in the Shadows of the Blue Ridge? The infamous story will be accompanied by songs to include the "Ballad of Tom Dooley." Participants should meet at the Park Picnic Shelter All programs are free and open to the public This program is weather permitting. 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 3 p.m.: "His Kids" and "Adoration" of the Ashe Schools for Home Education will present a musical/drama called "Simon Says" at the Ashe Civic Center. Come see and hear the courtroom drama of Simon Peter's trial for fraud. Overwhelming facts and evi­ dence will be presented which will ultimately prove that Jesus was and is who He says he is. Everyone is invited. Admission is FREE 4 p.m.: The New River Earth Institute is offering a fourweek discussion course called Global Warming: Changing COurse. The dis­ cussion class covers the his­ tory and the science of Global Warming and is designed to empower individuals to be a part of the solution to the cli­ mate crisis. The group will meet for about an hour at Ashe Memorial Hospital at 4 p.m. on Sundays, April 22 & 29 and May 6 & 20. All commu­ nity members are welcome to attend. For more information please call Vicki at 336-2462166. 6 p.m: Friendship Baptist Church announces that Rev. Jeremy Kilgore (Music Minister) is going to be ordained Sunday evening. The Pastor Rev. David Grinnell invites the public to attend. 6 p.m.: Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs invites you to wor­ ship with The Southern Aires on Sunday, May .6, beginning at 6 p.m. Beginning in 1955, The Southern-Aires have been singing the Good News for over 50 years. The group has recorded more than 35 albums and was the first Christian group to participate in a Southern Gospel concert in Jerusalem, Israel in 1970. The group consists of Darrell and Wanda Webb, Duane Early, and Ashe County native and group founder, Dall Miller. From small rural churches to large municipal auditoriums, the Southern-Aires have min­ istered and entertained people of all ages, and from all walks of life. They have introduced numerous chart-topping gospel songs over the years including, "I'll See You In The Rapture" and "I'll Never Be The Same Anymore." The church is locat­ ed at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd, just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and direc­ tions, please call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)9824743. Don't miss your chance to join the Southern-Aires. 7 p.m.: The Round Knob Baptist Church (Boggs Community)will have reviv­ al services May 6 - May 9. Speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheets. Special Singing each night. Pastor Keith Elledge invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 11 a.m. Evening services will be at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: The Elliott Brothers and Glenda will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. 7 p.m.: Orion Baptist Church will have revival begin­ ning May 6th with Rev. Lynn Lambert from Greater Vision Baptist Church in Wilkesboro, services begin at 7 p.m. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend. p.m.: Revival at 7:30 Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood. Rev. John Ellidge will be speaking. Special Singing Nightly. The Congregation invites everyone to attend. Monday May 7 10 a.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m.until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. 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REQUIRED: TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT CALL TOLL-FREE: 1-877-763-3344 846.1350 • 877.1350 • www.skyline.org • www.skybest.com �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Bluegrass concert at Blue Ridge Elementary on May 12 continued from page 12 Barber, Vice Chairman of the Ashe County Board of County Commissioners, will discuss the programs of Ashe Services for Aging. A business meting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 9829538. 7 p.m.: The Round Knob Baptist Church (Boggs Community) will have revival services May 6 - May 9. Speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheets. Special Singing each night. Pastor Keith Elledge invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival at Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood. Rev. John Ellidge will be speaking. Special Singing Nightly. The Congregation invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anointed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that days-gone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invitation to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)9824840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Tuesday May 8 May 9 9 a.m.:The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. 7 p.m.: The Round Knob Baptist Church (Boggs Community)will have revival services May 6 - May 9. Speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheets. Special Singing each night. Pastor Keith Elledge invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival at Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood. Rev. John Ellidge will be speaking. Special Singing Nightly. The Congregation invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anointed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that days-gone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invitation to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)9824840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Wednesday 11:45 a.m.: "Diabetes and Your Feet." Dr. Paul Zimmerman, podiatrist will be talking to us on this important topic at AMH Mt.Hearts. For information call 846-0744. 7 p.m.: The Round Knob Baptist Church (Boggs Community)will have reviv­ al services May 6 - May 9. Speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheets. Special Singing each night. Pastor Keith Elledge invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be pro­ vided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. p.m.: Revival at 7:30 Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood. Rev. John Ellidge will be speaking. Special Singing Nightly. The Congregation invites everyone to attend. 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh Baptist Church in Grassy Creek, NC with Lloyd Day as visiting evangelist. Pastor Warner Eller welcomes every­ one. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anoint­ ed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that daysgone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invita­ tion to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)9824743. Creek, NC with Lloyd Day as visiting evangelist. Pastor Warner Eller welcomes every­ one. 2 p.m.: Ashe county Friends 7:30 p.m.: Revival services (Quakers) meets every will be held at the Calvary Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home 6:30 p.m.: Blue Ridge Free Will Baptist Church of of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for Opportunity Commission, Glendale Springs, May 7-11 directions Inc. (BROC) will hold its at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Executive Community speaker is Evangelist David Creek Baptist Church. The Meeting at the BROC Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare guest speaker will be Rev. Alleghany Office in Sparta. to be moved and challenged Russell Sheet. There will be Please call Wilkes Office: 667- by God through the anoint­ special singing each night. 7141, Ashe Office: 384-4543 ed singing and preaching of Everyone is welcome to or Alleghany Office: 372-7284 His Word. The singing will be attend. for more information. lively and the preaching will 7 p.m.: Revival at Temple 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh be fiery. It is our desire to see Baptist Church, Sunday Baptist Church in Grassy souls saved, lives changed, Night. Rev. Harlen Greer will Creek, NC with Lloyd Day homes strengthened, families be the guest speaker. Special as visiting evangelist. Pastor restored, and saints revived. If singing each evening. The pas­ Warner Eller welcomes every­ you are longing for that days- tor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and gone-by visitation of the power congregation invite everyone one. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services and presence of God, please to attend. will be held at the Calvary consider this your open invita­ 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh Free Will Baptist Church of tion to be our honored guest. Baptist Church in Grassy Glendale Springs, May 7-11 So make plans now to attend. Creek, NC with Lloyd Day at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest The church is located at 3044 as visiting evangelist. Pastor speaker is Evangelist David Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Warner Eller welcomes every­ Highway 16, across from the one. Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged Raccoon Holler Campground. by God through the anoint­ If you have questions or need ed singing and preaching of directions, call the church at His Word. The singing will be (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny 6 p.m.: The Ashe County lively and the preaching will Thomas at (336)982-4743. Garden Club meets the sec­ be fiery. It is our desire to see ond Monday of each month souls saved, lives changed, at 6 p.m. The May meeting on homes strengthened, families May 14 will be at the home of a restored, and saints revived. If 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Yardsale at member and a demonstration you are longing for that days- Midway Baptist Church, of container gardening will be gone-by visitation of the power across from Wal-Mart. Hot given. A covered dish din­ and presence of God, please Dogs, Chips and baked goods. ner will be served. Members consider this your open invita­ All proceeds donated to the are asked to bring a favorite tion to be our honored guest. church. dish. Anyone who would like So make plans now to attend. 7 p.m.:Warrensville Volunteer more information on the club The church is located at 3044 Fire Department will be spon­ may call Lynda McDaniel at Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off soring a Blue Grass concert 877-3299. Highway 16, across from the featuring "Rock Bottom" 6:30 p.m.: The Disabled Raccoon Holler Campground. at Blue Ridge Elementary American Veterans and If you have questions or need School. Tickets are on sale Auxiliary will have their directions, call the church now at Warrensville Drug Store, monthly meeting at the VFW at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Summit STEP Program, or building on Ashe Park Rd. in Sonny Thomas at (336)982- you may contact any momen- Jefferson., 4743. ber of the Warrensville Fire 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Department to purchase your Haven Community Church. tickets. Cost is $8 for Adults Rev. Sonny Thomas will be $4 for children 3-12. Children 3 speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and The Ashe County Democratic and under -Free. Call 384-4556 congregation invite everyone Headquarters will be open or 384-4318 for more informa­ to attend. each Friday at 1 p.m. They tion or to purchase tickets. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver will be serving a FREE pinto 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh Creek Baptist Church. The bean dinner from 5 p.m. until Baptist Church in Grassy guest speaker will be Rev. 7 p.m. They invite everyone to Creek, NC with Lloyd Day Russell Sheet. There will be come by and visit. as visiting evangelist. Pastor special singing each night. 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh Warner Eller welcomes every­ Everyone is welcome to Baptist Church in Grassy one. attend. Sunday May 13 Thursday May 10 Monday May 14 Saturday May 12 Friday May 11 k YOUR HELP NEEDED! Public health staff & volunteers may stop by your home during the dates and times below to ask for your input about the health of Ashe County. Let's work together, outside your home, to complete a 10-15 minute anonymous interview with you so we can have your input in making our county a healthy place to live, work, worship, learn, and play. Our hours for stopping bv Ashe County homes: Thursday, 5/3: l:30-7:30pm Friday, 5/4 : l:30-7:30pm Saturday, 5/5 : 9:30am-4:30pm Your participation is very important for our community. Information collected from this survey will be used to make key decisions that impact the health of our County. Everyone who participates will receive a special "thank you" gift as a token of our appreciation. Public health staff will be in uniform, with identification asking for your help. QUESTIONS? Contact: Nancy Kautz, Ashe County Healthy Carolinians of Ashe Memorial Hospital at (336) 846-0781 or Jennifer Bryan, Project Manager at (828) 264-4995 orjen.bryan@apphealth.com Oj5TU/# �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY NEWS Complaints about health care, insurance most common by Roy Cooper N.C. Attorney General Special to the Post It's no surprise that com­ plaints about health care and health insurance have topped the list of the most common complaints to my office over the last few years. In 2006 alone, more than 5,000 North Carolina consumers filed com­ plaints or made inquiries with us about problems with health insurance, doctors, dentists, hospitals, pharmacies, opti­ cians, nursing homes, and health products and services. As health care costs con­ of the criteria the health plan uses to decide if the surgery, treatment, test or device is medically necessary. This in­ formation is sometimes listed on the company's website, or call your insurer to ask for a copy. • You have the right to get a copy of your medical records unless the physician feels re­ leasing them could endanger you or someone else. You may need copies if you're planning the debt you owe. Know where to go for help. • Navigating the world of managed care and health in­ surance can be a confusing process, especially when you, or a loved one, are dealing with serious illness or injury. The Managed Care Patient Assistance Program in my of­ fice provides experienced spe­ cialists to help answer your health insurance questions. Contact my Managed Care questions about your policy. • Make sure the physi­ cians, hospitals and other health care facilities you visit have your complete health in­ surance and contact informa­ tion. • Understand that medical care costs can be a heavy fi-. nancial burden. 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Tickets are $25 and are avail­ able by calling the Arts Council at 835-2025 or at the door. This year the Arts Council is operating the "Art Trolley" for a minimal fee to users to and from area hotels, from area parking lots and at the High School to get folks to and from the Wine Festival and Wine Down. The trolley will offer stops at various places of interest? in town, including the "Grand Opening" of the Yadkin Valley Craft Guild, the Peace Poster exhibit and other special­ ty shops. Please con­ tact the Foothills Arts Council if you have questions or if you would like to volunteer at 336-835-2025. 336-835-2025 331 129 Church Street. Elkin NC 28621 www.foothillsartscouncil.org The Rocket Players Youth Theatre presents Disney's "High School Musical" The Rocket Players Youth Theatre brings the Disney Channel's smash hit "High School Musical" to life on stage this week, with several Ashe County residents among the performers. Included in the cast are Sierra Wilson (Gabriella), Nicolette Gilbert (Ensemble/Cheerleader), and Sarah Brown (Martha). Over two dozen talented young actors will bring per­ form in this fantastic show that has been called "Fame for a new generation. All the best selling music from the movie is part of this great new family musical." Performances conclude this weekend at Hayes Per­ forming Arts Center in Blow­ ing Rock at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 5 and 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 6. A portion of Sunday's performance will be donated to Redlight Children, a non-profit organization that exposes and fights child sex­ ploitation. Please note that Disney's High School Musical is not included in any season passes. Tickets are $14 adult, $7 student and can be purchased by calling 828-295-9627 or online at www.hayescenter. org. Group rates are avail­ able. Distinctly American artist looks at life Turchin Center features local artist Noyes Capehart Long Boone, NC - Editor-inChief of American Artist mag­ azine M. Stephen Doherty notes: "(Noyes) Capehart is exactly like other notable American artists, particu­ larly those capable of looking at life with clarity, sympathy and understanding. By expos­ ing his own deepest thoughts and feelings, he connects with viewers in the same way that Thomas Eakins, Edward Hopper and Andrew Wyeth presented universal aspects of life." Beginning June 1, you can join Capehart on his journey, take a step back and take an analytical look at life as an American when "From the Private Diary of Noyes Cape­ hart" opens in the Mayer Gallery, West Wing, at Ap­ palachian State University Turchin Center for the Visual Arts. Capehart's exhibit runs through September 15. A re­ ception celebrating the sum­ mer exhibition season will be July 6, in conjunction with An Appalachian Summer Festi­ val. Noyes Capehart Long be­ gan his career teaching in Appalachian State Univer­ sity's Department of Art in 1969. For the next 37 years, he impacted the lives of his students and colleagues. His works have been exhibited re­ gionally and nationally since 1958 and have been shown in numerous galleries and mu­ seums, including the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Brooklyn Museum, the Smithsonian Museum, the Mint Museum and the NC Museum of Art. His work was featured in the October 1995 issues of American Artist. The artist makes his home in Boone and leads the ranks of talented artists who make Boone and the surrounding mountains home. In addition to his profes­ sional involvement in art, Capehart also writes and has, since the early 1970s, completed more than a dozen short stories, a novel and a novella. He currently is work­ ing on a second novel based on his experiences with study abroad programs while at Ap­ palachian. "There is a sense of both joy and melancholy in that work that is distinctly Ameri­ can in its bold individuality, raw honesty and unwavering sense, of hope," adds Doherty. • The Turchin Center is lo­ cated at 423 West King St., in Boone. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday, and noon-8 p.m., Friday. The Center is closed Sunday and Monday and ob­ serves all university holidays. There is no admission charge, although donations are grate­ fully accepted. For additional details about the Turchin Center or the upcoming exhibition pro­ gram, please call 828/2623017 or visit www.tcva.org 4-H Summer Parks planning is underway Plans are underway for 4-H Summer Parks. The Summer Parks program will operate June 6—August 1 (closed July 4) and will be held at Ashe Family Central in Jefferson. Program hours are 7 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. daily Monday through Friday. Students will be engaged in several ex­ citing projects and activities. Those activ­ ities will include: Swimming, Weekly Pep Rallies; Meal Planning/Cooking Projects; Expressive Arts and Music/Drama Skits; Aerospace and NASA Projects; Outdoor Adventures—camping, hiking, survival skills, fishing; Technology; Entrepreneurship Programs; Gardening Projects; Envi­ ronmental Projects; 4-H Summer Talent Show; Students in Group IV will partici­ pate in a Bio Tech Camp as a "CSI" agent solving a crime mystery. 4-H Summer Parks is open to all Ashe County youth, upcoming grades 1-8. Youth must have completed kindergarten by June, 2007. Upcoming 9th -12th grad­ ers may participate as volunteers. This is a great way to start your High School Turchin Center features Watauga County students Shooting Stars exhibition highlights visual artists Boone, NC - At Appa­ lachian State University's Turchin Center for the Visual Arts it isn't always about the grown-ups. Beginning May 4, Shooting Stars highlights vi­ sual artists from the Watau­ ga County Public Schools. The competitive event, that features both performing and visual arts, raises funds for the Watauga Education Foundation and provides an extraordinary education op­ portunity for local students in addition to a cultural experi­ ence for the community. The Turchin Center is the home for the visual arts portion of the program. Students took to the stage of Farthing Audi­ torium, April 20, to showcase their homegrown performing talents. The exhibition will be open until 8 p.m. for the May 4th Downtown Boone Art Crawl. The exhibited works show a range of materials and tech­ niques from students of all ages. As always, the creativ­ ity of our county's young art­ ists is made quite evident by a visit through the exhibition. Shooting Stars will be open through June 2 in the Catwalk Community Gallery. The Watauga Education Fund is a public, non-profit organi­ zation whose mission is to ad­ vocate for the investment of private and public resources into the public school sys­ tem of Watauga County. The foundation supports projects and ideas that will benefit pay less "I remember... when calling long distance cost a fortune!" That was then... Now there's Mediacom! Prepared By County News, Inc. ©2007 All Rights Reserved (800) 580-0485 www.countynewsinc.com Dodge • Chrysler • Jeep In the market for a new vehicle? Then you should consider buying from a well-established dealership such as Heritage Automotive. There's virtually no hassling or haggling on your new vehicle purchase. You simply choose the car of your choice and let them do the rest. When you buy from thcin you are getting excellent value for your money and service that is second to none. Their technicians arc highly trained and skilled. 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Payment for care can be made through Medicare, Medicaid. Private Insurance and Private Pay. We, the editors of this 2007 Local Busine.vs I'pdate. give our unconditional recommendation to Sunhridge of Alleghany for providing compassionate care in a home like setting. They invite you to stop by their fine facility for more information or a tour, or call Michelle Praitt, Admissions and Marketing Director for help Watauga Medical Center Home Health Bringing Hospital Quality Home We know how difficult it is to devote the proper care and attention to your loved ones who may need special care following an accident or illness. Home is the most desirable and effective place for recuperation. Let Watauga Medical Center Home Health bring their quality care right to your door - where and when you need it most. Watauga Medical Center Home Health values quality of service above all else. Their commitment to patients is visible through their Registered Nurses, Physical Therapists, Speech Therapists. Social Workers. Occupational Therapists and Home Health Aides. Each staff member is eager to provide the best possible Home Health Services. Watauga Medical Center Home Health's caregivers are compassionate and highly skilled professionals who listen to patients' needs. They arc trained to manage physical, psychological and emotional barriers to recovery. They work for each individual's safety, welfare and best interests. The editors of this 2007 Local Business I'pdate suggest that if you would like more information about Watauga Medical Center Home Health or home health care in general, just call (828) 266-1166 or toll free (800) 949-6752. They would be glad to answer any questions you may have. students, improve graduation rates, support the arts and other enrichment activities, support teacher initiatives, provide scholarships and in­ crease public participation in the schools. The Turchin Center is lo­ cated at 423 West King St., in Boone. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday and Saturday, and noon-8 p.m., Friday. The Center is closed Sunday and Monday and ob­ serves all university holidays. There is no admission charge, although donations are grate­ fully accepted. For additional details about the Turchin Center or the upcoming exhibition pro­ gram, please call 828/262 3017 or visit www.tcva.org get more, Local Business Update Heritage Automotive Community Service Learning Project. To register for a fun packed summer, please come to Ashe Family Central on May 15 to complete your registration packet. Registration will be open from 9 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) will be present for Ashe County residents requesting assis­ tance with fees. To determine if you are eligible for financial assistance you must apply with Ashe Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R). Assistance eligi­ bility is based on income. If families do not qualify through CCR&R, limited 4-H Scholarships are available. Applications must be completed and returned to Ashe County 4-H by 5 p.m. on May 23 to be con­ sidered. If you are unable to register on May 15, you must make an appointment with the 4-H Office to register your child. These times are very limited. For more information, please contact Rita Prevette, 4-H program assistant, SAC, at (336) 2192650. Throw out that old technology and make the switch! Are you still paying a fortune for home phone service? Is your Internet service slowing you down? And aren't you tired of driving to the video store? Make the switch to Mediacom and we'll even include a rebate of up to $300 to cover the costs of any cancellation fee you may incur from your current provider. Get them all for just $29.95 per month each for the first 12 months when you order all three services. 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There are car titles that have been lost in the vastness of my safe places. Just today as I am fly­ ing across the country I have lost two items all because I people in this world. We have gotten better about what we pack. This trip my assistant actually wore everything she brought with her. I have been trying to fig­ ure out what the difference is between a man and a woman traveling. Robert has his wal­ let, his glasses, a book and just a car key in his pocket. His bags can be packed in about five minutes. He car­ ries the bare necessities un­ like Michele and I. We are prepared for anything. We have medications for stomach aches, heat pads for sore mus­ cles and pills for headaches. We have our computers so we can still work and we have our tunes so we can sing. This stuff has come in handy, but the price we pay for having too much stuff is in time and frustration. Yes we know it is here someplace. The same thing happens in our homes when we have too much stuff. We can't find what we need when we need it. We don't have homes for these items. As my Granny has always said, "Everything has a place and everything in its place". Can you imagine this?? For sidetracked people our clutter is clogging up the valuable storage space in our homes and the stuff we need is homeless. This is why we are always searching and wasting time hunting for what we want. With less clut­ ter we release the frustration that comes with losing items. The funny part is that the items that are usually right in front of our faces in plain view and our frustration level blinds us. My next trip I am deter­ mined to travel with less and find more peace in my jour­ ney. I can do this. Are you ready to join me by releasing your clutter. For more help getting rid of your CHAOS, check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. ^Empire Chrysler Jeep Dodge ^ 4 'itJiti £ tile 7-cvc didn't want to misplace them on the flight. We could have been the three stooges searching for the cord to my assistant's head­ phones. You know the story. I put them some place safe and then had to spend thirty minutes searching through every pocket and compart­ ment in my purse and my computer bag. After I finally found them; I lost the cord to my headphones. Luckily that cord had not been placed in a safe place; it was hiding on the floor under my foot. I order to get myself calmed down from the chaotic start to our plane ride I put on some music that settles my nerves and decided to write about our little comedy routine. Why do we put ourselves though this. At one point I was so happy that my sweet darling was not with us on our trip. When he does travel with us; he likes to sit a few rows away from us because I fidget too much. He travels light. This is not a term that sidetracked people are familiar with. Light for us is a flash light to look into that bottomless pit of a hand­ bag to help us find what we are searching for. The other day we found a portable scale to help us weigh our luggage so we don't have to rearrange our stuff when we get to the airport. There is nothing worse than being two pounds over weight. There must be a lot of sidetracked Bike race NORTH WILKESBORO —Hundreds of cyclists from across the Southeast will converge on North Wilkesboro Saturday, May 5th to take on the grueling climbs and thrilling descents of the 14th annual Rides Around Wilkes (RAW) road cycling event. The RAW includes 25, 40 and 75 mile route options. All routes begin at the Wellness Center of Wilkes Regional Medical Center, just off U.S. 421 Business in North Wilkesboro. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. and riders roll at 9:00. The RAW 25-mile route loops through the rolling hills south and east of North Wilkesboro, offering views of the Blue Ridge and Brushy Mountains. The route has no major climbs and has a rest stop at the halfway point. The RAW 40-mile route tacks a tough out-and-back section onto the 25-mile route. Cyclists will take on two strenuous climbs and two long descents on this mountainous leg of the ride. The RAW 75-mile route winds through the orchards, fields and forests of Wilkes, Iredell and Alexander Coun­ ties. Registration for the ride is $25 and includes rest stops, on-the-road support and a post-ride meal. Pre-registration is available for no extra charge at www.active.com. The 2007 RAW is pre­ sented by the Brushy Moun­ tain Cyclists Club. 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Ruth Stidhams Receptionist �FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 Congratulations Mens and Track and Bi por Field Teams 2007 MVAC Champions I. ni.nl us: M)>rayliriil(nJcflcrsoiil'osi.ron Men Women wins conference tournament Ashe County High School hosted the Mountain Valley Conference Track and Field Championships this past Monday with an all-day affair. The Huskies competed strong and won not only one, but two championships. The Men and Women Huskies track teams both won the Mountain Valley Track and Field Championship. The men's team finished with a team score of 140 points and the women's team finished with an impressive team score of 201.5 points. The scoring system functioned as an individual competitors first place finish as worth ten points, eight points for second place, six points for third place, five points for fourth place, four IUI iiii/Ai piatc, uurr points for fifth place, three points for sixth place, two points for seventh place, aiiu uuc puiiit iux cigutii and one point for eighth place. The Championship was a 22-event meet with all seven-conference schools competing. In the women's meet, the Huskies won five individual golds, seven individual silvers, and six bronzes. Katrina Krider won gold in the Pole Vault event with a height of 9' 0", and Ashley Bowers won silver with a height of 9' 0" The Huskies' 4x800 Meter Relay Team set a new school record of 10:54.2 and also won the gold. The Huskies' 4x200 Meter Relay Team also won the gold with a time of 1:50.84, and the 4x100 Meter Relay Team also won gold with a time of 52.75 seconds. Emily Gamble came in first in the 1600 Meter with a time of 5:48.82 to win the final individual gold for the Huskies. Other finishes included: wuici umouoo uiviuuvu. ranked third with a record of 6-4 in conference. The Huskies were able to seal the victory after a dual homerun, three run sixth inning to beat the Eagles 7-0. The Huskies opened up the game by placing the Eagles in a tough situation early in the first inning. After the first batter hit into a ground out, Kendra Yearick was able to reach first with a single. With a single by Cori Revis and a walk by Tiffany Jones, the Huskies loaded the bases with only one out. A ground ball by the following batter resulted in a fielder's choice and Yearick was thrown out at home for the second out of the inning. The following batter hit into a ground out for the third out of the inning and the Huskies left the bases loaded. The Eagles at bat was not as successful as the Huskies as the first batter hit a ground out and the Huskies' pitcher, by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Photo by Michael Graybeal Emily Gamble crosses the finish line as the winner of the 1600 Meter. Photo by Michael Graybeal Cara Church starts the 4x100 Meter Relay for the women's team as they won gold in the event. Dhnto by Michael Graybeal « to Sid Carpenter on Charles Johnson hands the baton ^ way to winning the 4x800 Me e Katrina Krider second in the Long Jump with 15' 7.25 , Katie Gammons second in the Discus with 110 feet 7.25 inches, Morgan Stansbeny second in the 400 Meter with a time of 65.08 seconds and Cara Church with a time of — — 0 ^ ^ ^ b/. rjarn second in the *!! Mpter with a time of 300 Meter ^ ^ Taryn 54 14 **ond5 „ in third with a time <• si 16 seconds, Kassee Roberts in third place in the K0 > See Track, page 2B M Two homeruns lift Huskies past Eagles by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Varsity Huskies traveled to Wilkes Central on Tuesday evening to face the Eagles. Heading into the game, the Eagles were ranked sixth in the conference with only two conference victories. The Huskies however were • Smith drove in Rlmrino mUn Blevins when along hit bounced off the fence for a double. Danielle Wood followed up with a single on an error. Wood and Smith were driven in by Cori Revis to take the Huskies lead to 3-0 at the middle of 0-0. In the second inning, the the second inning. The Huskies defense Huskies opened upthe scoring played tough and only allowed as Kendra Blevins opened up the inning with a double. The two more base runners for following batter struck out the remainder of the game to See Softball, page 2B to bring up Kaitlin Smith. Kendra Yearick, struck out the second batter. The following batter hit a single, but the Huskies earned the third out with a ground ball on the following batter to end the inning with the score tied Baseball falls to Eagles Photo courtesy of Karlton Yearick Kendra Blevins hts her first homerun of the season with this hit. Photo courtesy of Karlton Yearick Kendra Yearick hit the Huskies' second homerun of the sixth inning with this massive swing. Tennis team competes in MVAC Tournament by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Photo by Eric Lusk/ Elkin Tribune Chris Lyall shakes hands with his opponent follow­ ing his and Chase Smith's doubles victory during the MVAC Tournament. The Huskies' tennis team traveled to Starmount on Monday and Tuesday evenings to compete in the Mountain Valley Conference Men's Tennis Tournament. The purpose of the Conference Tournament is to determine the qualifiers for regionals and also the All-Conference selections. The Huskies had three players qualify for regionals and one player receive All-Conference honors. Jake Giles was able to advance to the semi-finals in singles competition to be named to the All-Conference team. Will Krider, Ricky Pelton, and Jake Giles placed high enough in the tournament to be honored with a spot in the Regionals Tournament, which will be held at Gardner-Webb University on Friday, May 11. Jake Giles and Aaron Jones represented the Huskies in singles competition. Jones competed for the Huskies first and was unable to advance in the tournament as he lost to Brandon Coffman from Starmount with a final score of 9-7. Following Jones' match, Giles took the court for the Huskies and was able to defeat Chris Harper from Forbush with a final score of 8-4 to advance to the second round of the tournament. In the second round, Giles defeated Shaylon Hiatt from North Surry 6-1 6-3 to advance to the semi-finals. By reaching the semi-finals, Giles was named a member of the All-Conference team and qualified for the NCHSAA West Regionals Tournament. In the semi-finals, Giles was paired with the Conference Player of the Year, Phillip Brame from Wilkes Central. Brame had not lost a single set during conference play this season and was stunned when Giles came out and defeated him the first set 60. Brame rebounded though and battled back and won the match by winning the two following sets 6-1 6-0 to advance to the championship See Tenuis, page 2B 9Rf Photo by Eric Lusk/ Elkin Tribune Will Krider returns a volley during the MVAC Tournament. Photo by Eric Lusk/ Elkin Tribune Ricky Pelton powers up for a serve during the MVAC Tourna­ ment. Photo by Michael Graybeal Darron Dotson gets one of his three hits during the Huskies' 10-3 loss at Wilkes Central on Monday. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Varsity Huskies Baseball team traveled to Wilkes Central on Monday evening to face the Eagles in a first round match up of the Mountain Valley Conference Tournament. The Huskies finished the regular season ranked fifth in the conference and the Eagles finished ranked fourth and the Eagles showed why they were ranked fourth when they defeated the Huskies by a final score of 10-3. The Eagles struck first in the game and were able to score a run in the first inning. The Huskies responded during the second inning when that Darron Dotson hit a long ball into left field and had a stand-up double as a result. A sacrifice bunt by Luke Dotson advanced Aaron Scott; Darron's courtesy runner to third base and then a sacrifice fly ball by Josh Ferguson drove in Scott to tie the score at 1-1. The Eagles were determined to continue playing and they drove in another run during the bottom of the second inning and then scored three runs in the bottom of the third inning to take a commanding 5-1 lead over the Huskies. The Huskies were unable to mount any offense during the third and fourth inning and the Eagles struck again in the bottom half of the fourth inning. When the first two batters reached base on singles, a strikeout by See Baseball, page 2B Photo by Michael Graybeal Josh Ferguson drives in a run for the Huskies with this at bat on Monday evening. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Weekly official MVAC standings Reported by Butch Whitesell Softball Through games as of April 30, 2007 Conference Season W L W L Soccer Tennis Through games as of April 30, 2007 Conference Season W W L T L Through games as of April 30, 2007 Conference Season W L W L FORBUSH 10 0 17 3 FORBUSH 8 0 11 2 2 ASHE COUNTY 10 2 13 3 STARMOUNT 8 2 12 7 WILKES CENTRAL 7 2 11 6 SURRY CENTRAL 10 2 14 5 ASHE COUNTY 6 4 11 8 ASHE COUNTY 7 3 9 6 2 WILKES CENTRAL 9 3 14 5 SURRY CENTRAL 5 5 8 7 STARMOUNT 6 4 9 6 1 FORBUSH 6 6 7 8 NORTH SURRY 4 7 7 • 12 SURRY CENTRAL 4 5 6 10 1 STARMOUNT 5 7 5 7 WILKES CENTRAL 2 8 3 17 NORTH SURRY 2 9 2 11 NORTH WILKES 1 11 2 11 NORTH WILKES 1 10 1 17 NORTH WILKES 0 11 0 15 NORTH SURRY 1 11 1 13 Track Baseball Through games as of April 30, 2007 Conference Season W L W L FORBUSH 10 2 16 6 SURRY CENTRAL 7 5 13 9 NORTH SURRY 7 5 12 6 WILKES CENTRAL 6 6 12 10 ASHE COUNTY 5 7 10 9 STARMOUNT 4 8 7 12 NORTH WILKES 3 9 7 12 Softball continued from page IB hold the Eagles scoreless. The Huskies offense struck again in the top half of the sixth inning when Kendra Blevins opened up the innings with a homerun over the left field fence. Kaitlin Smith drew a walk but got out when Danielle Wood hit into a fielder's choice. With Wood on first base, Kendra Yearick hit the Huskies' second homerun of the inning over the left field fence. The homeruns by the Huskies' "K2" allowed the team to take a command 6-0 lead late in the game and the teams headed into the bottom of the sixth inning. The Huskies continued to hold the Eagles scoreless and forced another three-batter inning to bring the Huskies into bat again. The Huskies were led off with the first two batters getting out, but Kendra Blevins drew a walk and then after stealing second base, Blevins was driven in with a single by Courtney Olive for the final score of the game and the Huskies secured the 7-0 victory over the Wilkes Central Eagles. Kendra Yearick pitched all seven innings for the Huskies. She only allowed one hit, walked two batters, and struck out an impressive ten batters. The Huskies' offense was led by Kendra Blevins who was 2-2, with a double, homerun, two walks, and three runs. Cori Revis was a benefit to the Huskies as she went 3-4. The Huskies returned to action yesterday evening when they hosted the Surry Central Golden Eagles. The game was also Senior Night for the Huskies and the team honored their four seniors, Danielle Wood, Tiffany Jones, Courtney Olive and Kendra Blevins. The victory over the Eagles increased the Huskies' conference record to 7-4 and 12-8 for the season. The Huskies concluded their regular season yesterday evening. Look for results in Tuesday's paper. Baseball continued from page IB Darron Dotson, the Huskies pitcher, led to a double RBI double by the Eagles' batter. The Eagles scored again with a sacrifice fly ball to allow the base runner to cross home plate to take the score to 8-1 in favor of the Eagles at the bottom of the fourth inning. The Huskies continued to struggle at the plate against the Eagles as they were forced into another threebatter inning. However, the team responded by forcing the Eagles into a threebatter inning also. Brandon Miller was called on to pitch for the Huskies prior to the fifth inning, and Miller forced the first batter into a fly ball, which was caught for the first out. Miller then struck out the next batter and forced the third batter into a ground out to end the inning with the Eagles still winning 8-1. The Huskies struggle at the plate was not over, and in the top half of the sixth inning, the Huskies hit into two groundouts, and then the third batter struck out for a quick at bat. The Eagles took advantage of the quick at bat and was able to drive in two more runs during the bottom half of the sixth inning to take the score to 10-1 with only one more inning to play. In the top half of the seventh inning, the Huskies faced a horrific situation, score nine runs in three outs, or the game would be over. The Huskies made a run at the Eagles by Darron Dotson opening up the inning with his third hit of the game and reached base with a single. With Luke Dotson at the plate, Darron stole second to set up the single RBI by Luke. Singles by Phillip Walter and David Marino loaded the bases for Jake Miller with only one out in the inning. Miller hit into a fielders choice to the pitcher who got the out at home to avoid the run scoring and with two outs, the bases Namin eoNus imnniiw continued from pane IB the 200 Meter, Devin Little fifth in the 3200 Meter, and Emaline Shatley sixth in the 3200 Meter. The men's team was able to claim five individual golds, two silvers, and five bronzes. The gold winners were Dakota Price in the High Jump with a jump of 5 feet 6 inches, the 4x800 Meter Relay Team with a time 8:50.8 minutes, Chris Blevins in the Triple Jump with a distance of 39 feet 8 inches, Chris Blevins in the 110 Meter Hurdles with a time of 17.2 seconds, and Chris Blevins in the 300 Meter Hurdles with a time of 44.4 seconds. Other finishes included: Nick May second in the High Jump with a jump of 5 feet 4 inches, Lee Critcher third in the Pole Vault with a height of 9 feet, Sid Carpenter second in the Long Jump with a distance of 18 feet 9.25 inches, the 4x200 Meter Relay Team second with a time of 1:35.63 minutes, the 4x100 Meter Relay Team third with a time of 46.57 seconds, Zach Davis third in the 800 Meter with a time of 2:14.45 minutes, and the 4x400 Meter Relay Team third with a time of 3:46.21 minutes, Aaron Scott fourth in the Triple Jump, Cody McClure fourth and Charlie Williams fifth in the Pole Vault, Lee Critcher fifth and Charlie Williams seventh in the Long Jump, Aaron Scott fourth the in 110 Meter Hurdles, Dakota Price fourth in the Shot-Put, Sid Carpenter sixth in the 100 Meter, Aaron Greene seventh in the 400 Meter, Aaron Scott fifth in the 300 Meter Hurdles, Vijay Kataria sixth in the 800 Meter, and Holden Hudler seventh in the 3200 Meter. The women's team final results place Ashe County in first with a total of 201.5 team points, Wilkes Central second with 175 points, Surry Central third with 76 points, North Wilkes fourth with 61 points, Forbush fifth with 57 points, Starmount sixth with 55 points, and North Surry seventh with 49.5 points. The men's team totals placed Ashe County in first also with 140 points, Forbush in second with 118 points, Starmount in third with 113 points, Surry Central in fourth with 108 points, Wilkes Central in fifth with 94 points, North Wilkes in sixth with 60 points, and North Surry in seventh with 58 points. Following the conclusion of the meet on Monday, Coach Alex Rollins commented on the performance of his team as: "Monday was just an overall great day for our Track and Field program at ACHS! I'm very excited and proud of our girls and boys track teams. They have worked very diligently all season, battling inclement weather, injuries, and set backs but had an amazing showing on Monday. Aside from winning the conference championship, I am extremely pleased at the sportsmanship our athletes showed during the competition. I have had numerous calls and emails from coaches wishing us congratulations and commentingon how much class our athletes demonstrated while the track or field. I'd like to thank everyone for their support this season, particularly the parents and for those who helped the meet run smoothly. Also, thanks to Coach Morrison and our great student teacher assistant coach, Miss Amber Joyce. Also, congratulations teams!" The Huskies had a large number of athletes qualify for regionals. The regionals will be held at North Henderson High School on Saturday, May 12. match. The Huskies were represented in doubles competition by two teams, Chris Lyall partnered with Chase Smith, and Will Krider with Ricky Pelton. Krider and Pelton was able to win their first match against their opponents from Surry Central with a score of 8-2, but fell to a tough team from Forbush in their next match. The loss to the Forbush pair placed the Huskies' pair in the consolation round. They were paired with a team from Wilkes Central and a victory of 8-2 allowed the pair to qualify for regionals along with Jake Giles. Chase Smith and Chris Lyall were also able to claim a victory in the first match of the tournament. They were paired with a team from Starmount and pulled out the close 9-7 victory. In the second round, they fell to a team from Surry Central with a score of 6-0 6-3 to be placed in the consolation bracket. In the consolation bracket, Smith and Lyall lost two matches to teams from Wilkes Central with scores of 8-2 and 8-5 to be eliminated from the tournament. The Huskies received a spot in the NCHSAA DualTeam Playoffs and will travel to face the number one seeded team in the Southern Piedmont Conference on Tuesday. Following that match, Jake Giles, Will Krider, and Ricky Pelton will be competing in the NCHSAA Western Regionals at Gardner-Webb University on Friday, May 11. were loaded. Keaton Mash drove in another run for the Huskies to allow Phillip Walter to score, but the following batter struck out to end the game with the Huskies losing 10-3 to the Eagles. Darron Dotson was on the mound for the Huskies at the opening of the game. Dotson pitched 3.1 innings, allowed eight runs, walked three batters and struck out five batters. Brandon Miller relieved Dotson during the fourth inning and pitched 2.2 innings. Miller allowed one hit, two runs, walked one batter and struck out three batters. Darron Dotson led the Huskies' offense with a 33 performance at the plate. Dotson hit one double, and two singles, and scored two of the Huskies' three runs, with Phillip Walter scoring the other run for the team. David Marino followed with a 2-3 performance, and Josh Ferguson and Keaton Mash each recorded an RBI during the game. The Huskies life for the remainder of the year is dependent of the playoff selection. If the Huskies receive a wildcard berth, then the team will have an away playoff game next Friday, May 11. The playoff brackets will be released this upcoming Wednesday, May 9. For more information please see the North Carolina High School Athletic Association website at www.nchsaa.org. 800 Meter with a time of 2:39.93 minutes, Roxanne Thomas in third place in the 200 Meter with a time of 27.35 seconds, Emily Gamble in second place in the 3200 Meter with a time of 13:20 minutes, the 4x400 Relay Team second with a time of 4:31.19 minutes, Caitlin Garn third in the 100 Meter Hurdles with a time of 17.88 seconds, Roxanne Thomas third in the 100 Meter with a time of 13.13 seconds, Erin Keenan sixth in the Triple Jump, Caitlin Garn fifth in the Pole Vault and the High Jump, Jessica Koontz seventh in High Jump, Kinsey Mash eighth in the High Jump, Morgan Stansberry fifth in the. Long Jump, Erin Keenan fourth in the 100 Meter Hurdles, Taryn Roten fifth in the 100 Meter Hurdles, Katie Gammons sixth in the ShotPut, Cara Church sixth in the 100 Meter, Devin Little sixth in the 1600 Meter, Emaline Shatley eighth in the 1600 Meter, Whitney Stuart seventh in the 400 Meter, Erin Keenan fifth in the 300 Meter Hurdles, Emily Gamble fifth in the 800 Meter, Morgan Casey seventh in the 800 Meter, Sarah Wright sixth in Tennis continued from page IB cott rothers Fleetwood • 336-877-1702 www.trane.com Your independent Trane Comfort Specialist" offers you... . • 24-Hour Emergency Service • Residential 6 Commercial Installations • Preventive Maintenance ft Repairs • 6 months same as cash financing (with approved credit) . Financing available Glady# Mahalfry i» the BONUS WINNER for the .Aaron'* 499 NASCAR Contest Gladys eorreefly £ue**ed the fop three drivers in the eorreef finishing order. 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Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced Office: 336-384-2822 significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? • Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homcbuyer with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. • There are no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations t Main Street * s Discount 2 l-A* • Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage McCarty • Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match O Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity We are now currently interviewing agents for our American Legacy Real Estate - Blue Residential Wiring & Rewiring Specializing in Custom Homes, Log Cabins and More! Rig and Little Jobs! •Toile Curtains •Jabot Sets •Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories •Rocking Chair Cushions ! m mn mMIS. 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Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. • Closing costs are the same as a loan without a government guarantee. • Reliable income and good credit are required. If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Ml. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. house featuring 4BR/1BA, 2 fireplaces, workshop 4 pasture area on 6.96 acres. Renovations ongoing and included in the price. Must see to appreciate! 2 additional acres available adjoining this property. $249,000. Land Listings: home by a cascading creek. Enjoy the sounds of the creek while sitting on your covered porch. Conveniently located to Boone, but has a remote feel. This charm­ ing, cedar sided home has a stacked stone fireplace and open LR 4 kit/dining area. Enjoy the modem amenities w/a rustic mountain feel $310,000. 154405. Lot * 16 Shadow Brook Estates - Nice wooded building lot, with great poten­ tial views if cleared. Close to Mountain Aire Golf Course and conveniently located within the county. Would make a fabulous building spot. Lot 16 is located between Savannah Dnve and Hunter Drive. $45,000. 154428. ASHE LAKE- Really nice lot with a mountain spring on the property. Good road access on Woodland Dnve and mountain views with some deanng. Located just out of West Jefferson $4,500. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT w ww.c21heritagerealty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 r* JEFFERSON POST The Game of Baseball The Game of Baseball, invented in 1839 by Abner Doubleday, is known as "America's Pastime". The official rules of the game were not created until 1845 by a man named Andrew Cartwright. It was at this time that he founded the first official baseball club, the Knickerbockers Baseball Club of New York. In 1876 the Nation League for Major League Baseball was formed. The American League was formed in 1900. It was with the birth of these two entities that the game of baseball as we know it today was born. The game has produced infamous players such as Babe Ruth in the 1920 s, and famous places like Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois and Tuner Field in Atlanta, Georgia. The baseball field is called a diamond. There are nine players that make up three sections of the team. The sections are the battery, the infield, and the outfield. The battery is made up of the pitcher and the catcher. The infield is comprised of the first, second, and third basemen, and the shortstop. The outfield is the farthest away from the battery, and is made up by the right, center, and left fielders. The bases that make up what is called a diamond, are 90 feet apart. Baseballs are 9 inches in diameter, and usually weigh about five ounces. Bats in the major leagues must be made out of wood, and must not be longer than 42 inches long. The catcher's mitt is usually the thickest of the baseball gloves on the field in order to protect his hand from incoming balls. The pitcher's mitt is the thinnest, in order to allow a lot of flexibility When batting, the players wear helmets to protect them, in case a ball accidentally hits them. The object of the game of baseball is to score the most runs by the end of nine innings. An inning is made up of two parts, one for each team, in which the teams take turns batting and fielding, until three stnkes are made. To gain a run the player must make it around all three bases and back to home base. The player's team is then awarded a point. If the player makes it around all four bases at one time, it is a home run. The team with the most points at the end of the game wins. Baseball Crossword Baseball Woid Scramble Kldbits! Nothing says baseball like a hot dog! Hot dogs have become famous for being associated with American baseball. Hot dogs have been sold at ballparks since the 1880's. Chris von derAhe, the owner of the St. Loius Browns, sold them at games. 1. Baseball is known as what? 5. How many bases are on a baseball field? 7. This professional ball field is in Chicago,lllinios. 9. Another professional ball field in Atlanta, Georgia. 10. Name of a game played with a ball and bat. 13. There are nine of these 1. Name of the man who invented baseball. 2. The creator of the official rules of baseball. that make up a complete baseball game. 3. This was created in 1900. 17. Three strikes and your ? 4. Famous baseball player from the 1920's. 6. Food known for being served at games. 8. How many feet apart are the bases? 11. Device used to hit a baseball. 12. Mark against a batter who swings and misses. 14. Baseball club formed by Andrew Cartwright. 15. 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Register to win a FREE MYRTLE BEACH VACATION GIVEAWAY! ^ ,.,GM 100,000 MILE WARRANTY AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION IfilfcvroIcP �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Old Crow Medicine Show to perform in Boone BOONE, NC— An Appa­ lachian Summer Festival, the North Carolina High Coun­ try's summer celebration of the fine arts, will present Old Crow Medicine Show at 8 p.m. on Friday, July 20 at Farthing Auditorium on the Appala­ chian State University cam­ pus. This performance is part of the band's Big Iron World tour, and is generously spon­ sored by Rock 'n Walls Inc. of Boone. Mountain music revivalists Old Crow Medicine Show spin traditional folk and bluegrass yarns with a rock & roll at­ titude. Critter Fuqua (vocals/ bar\ja/resonator guitar), Kevin Hayes Iguitjo), Morgan Jahnig (upright bass), Ketch Secor (vocals/fiddle/harmonica/ban­ jo), and Willie Watson (vocals/ guitar/banjo) may specialize in rags, hollers, and pre-World War II blues, but they were weaned on Nirvana and Pub­ lic Enemy. The quintet — who are all from different states met in New York and perfect­ ed their sound on the street corners in Canada. Their fate was changed just a few blocks from Appalachian's campus, where they played before an impressed Doc Watson in front of Boone Drug's Downtown Pharmacy, and were promptly scheduled to play Merlefest. The group relocated to Nash­ ville, found themselves grac­ ing the stage at the Grand Ole Opry, opened for the likes of Dolly Parton and the Del McCoury Band, toured with Mer­ le Haggard and Marty Stuart, and appeared on NPR's Prai­ rie Home Companion. They signed to Nettwerk America in 2003, began crafting their own compositions among the jug band standards and reels that had become the backbone of the group, and went into the studio to make a record with guitarist David Rawlings, at the helm. The self-titled de­ but, which was recorded in RCA's legendary Studio B (Elvis Presley, Waylon Jen­ nings), as well as Woodland Sound Studios (Nitty Gritty Dirt Band), arrived the fol­ lowing year, and was selected as a Top Ten Album in the Bluegrass category by CMT. The group's second album, Big Iron World was produced by Rawlings and appeared in August of 2006. Presented by Appalachian State University's Office of Arts & Cultural Programs, An Appalachian Summer Festi­ val is attended by over 25,000 people, and has emerged as one of the nation's most in­ novative and highly regarded regional arts festivals. Now entering its 23rd season, the Beech Mountain offers adventure BEECH MOUNTAIN, N.C.— Whether you're look­ ing for a challenging bike ride, a hike that takes you to peaks of more than 5,400 feet or just an escape from everyday life on campus, Beech Mountain has numerous opportunities for students to unleash and enjoy the spring weather— even in the middle of the sum­ mer. "With wooded nature trails and bike routes that include waterfalls and wild animals, and an average summer tem­ perature of only 72 degrees, the weather is like spring at Beech, even in July and Au­ gust when it's much hotter in other areas," said Peggy Coscia, with the Beech Moun­ tain Chamber of Commerce. "Beech's trails can be enjoyed in a small or large group and are ideal for university hik­ ing or biking clubs. There are also trails suitable for two for couples interested in taking in the beauty of nature together on a romantic stroll." The 10 trails on Beech Mountain range from one to five miles, with elevations from 3,800 to 5,000 feet and ranging from easy to strenu­ ous. For those looking for an educational experience, from April through October, Beech Mountain also offers guided hikes on the first Tuesday of each month. Each hike is led by a volunteer that has the knowledge and expertise to give visitors an insider's look at the mountain. The hikes are designed to showcase the nature and unmatched beau­ ty of Beech Mountain. "The trails are clearly marked, so even if you aren't familiar with the area, you can enjoy a hike on your own. All of the trails are also close to town, so you never have to go too far to get a meal or just a snack," said Coscia. "The el­ evation provides a challenging terrain, and the scenery and wildlife, which can include white tail deer, wild turkeys, raccoons and red squirrel, is amazing." Two thirds of the hiking trails are also available for mountain biking, and Beech Mountain has more than 50 miles of paved bike trails, in­ cluding the route Lance Arm­ strong used to train for his final Tour De France, which climbs more than 2,300 feet in three miles. "Beech Mountain was a part of Tour DuPont, Amer­ ica's premiere cycling event, from 1993 to 1996. Our por­ tion of the tour was often called the most challeng­ ing—the make or break' part of the race," said FredPfohl, local chairman of the tour during the nineties. "In the years since the Tour DuPont and Lance Armstrong, bik­ ing has become more popular, and Beech has jumped to the occasion by designating bike routes on the mountain for all levels." , The town's five major bike routes start from the visitor's center, located near the top of the mountain next to the town hall. While most routes are through residential neigh­ borhoods, others take riders on a journey through nature, such as the route by Buckeye Lake, and each trail offers rid­ ers unique aspects that can't be found elsewhere. "Bike routes range from short rides to more than 11 miles, and elevations reach more than 5,400 feet. Some even have grades as high as 22 percent in places, which makes them challenging for even the best cyclers," said Pfohl. "Additionally, the trails offer breathtaking scenery and take visitors to unique lo­ cations, such as 'Oz,' our very own wonderland." Beech mountain offers a range of accommodations, with discounted lodging available in the spring and fall. Lodges and cabins are available for larger groups, or small group of friends can keep cozy in one of the many hotels and condos there are to choose from. The restaurants on Beech offer a variety of tastes and prices, ranging from subs, sandwiches and pizzas to gourmet dining, and all are original restaurants that can only be found at Beech Moun­ tain. "After a day of hiking or bik­ ing the mountain, Smokey's Pizzeria, Brick Oven Pizzeria and Pasta, or Fred's Backside Deli, offer a variety of piz­ zas, Italian cuisine and sand­ wiches," said Coscia. "Each restaurant has its own spe­ cialty and personality, which makes every dining experi­ ence unique." Old World Restaurant, Vasarely's and Destiny Inn Bar and Grill give students the chance to relax with a variety of menu selections and drinks, surrounded by summer tem­ peratures and views. Jackalopes's View, a gour­ met dining experience, opens up patio dining during the summer weather to allow diners to enjoy the scenic mountain views while select­ ing from the chefs selection of mountain trout or fresh seafood, exotic wild game or angus beef. Jackalope's also offers an extensive wine list, with more than 300 selections from three cellars to choose from. Students can also end the night at the restaurant's Vault Bar, a full service bar featuring signature martinis, wine, cocktails or beer, along with pool tabids, darW and flat screen TVs. For more information about hiking Beech Mountain, please contact Fred Pfohl at (828) 387-4838 or visit www. hikebeechmountain.com. For more information about bik­ ing Beech Mountain please call (828) 387-9283 or visit www.bikebeechmountain. com. Beech Mountain, the highest town in the eastern United States at 5,506 feet, is nestled in the northwestern North Carolina Mountains, only two hours from Char­ lotte and Asheville. Known for it's unique beauty and winter sport activities, Beech is a year-round tourist desti­ nation offering visitors a va­ riety of outdoor adventures. Throughout the year, the town also embraces a wide range of cultural activities ranging from street dances and Sun­ day evening sunset concerts to the town-wide 47th Annual Roasting of the Hog and arts and crafts festivals. For more information about Beech Mountain, please contact the Beech Mountain Chamber of Commerce at (800) 468-5506 or 387-9283 or visit www.beechmtn.com. festival is committed to show­ casing American talent, com­ missioning new works, and building new audiences for the fine arts. For many years, the festival has been named one of the "Top 20 events in the Southeast" by the South­ east Tourism Society. An Appalachian Summer Festival would be unable to present and publicize its wide range of extraordinary pro­ gramming without private funding sources, including a loyal donor base and a group of corporate and media sponsors that are dedicated to promot­ ing the arts in our region. The festival sponsors include SkyBest Communications, Laurelmor - A Ginn Club Resort, Ford Motor Company, Mast General Store, Best Western - Blue Ridge Plaza, Footslog­ gers, Rock 'n Walls, Inc., Al­ len Wealth Management, The Inn at Crestwood, Peabodys Wine and Beer Merchants, The Mountain Times, All About Women magazine, the Winston-Salem Journal, the Boone Chef wins cooking challenge BLOWING ROCK, N.C. - Broyhill Inn executive chef Bill Morris was one of three chefs who emerged victorious in the Fire on the Rock Chefs Challenge on April 14. The event, held in con­ junction with the Blue Ridge Wine Festival, took place at the Mariam and Robert Hayes Performing Arts Cen­ ter. Morris was assisted by ex­ ecutive sous chef Danny Bock and line cook Matt Slezak. They scored an impressive 419 out of possible 450 points from a panel of three judges. Each chef was given a se­ cret ingredient and had two minutes to develop a meal selection highlighting the ingredient. After that, there were five minutes to gather additional ingredients and 30 minutes to prepare the meal. The teams were judged on nutritional content, presen­ tation, creativity, utilization of the provided ingredients and sanitation practices. Morris' secret ingredient was catfish. The winning meal consisted of poached catfish Provencal-style soup, salad with grilled catfish wrapped in collard greens, followed by a main entree of catfish pinwheel fillets with cheese and vegetables inside, topped with a red pepper cream sauce & cheese-filled tomato poppers. "I have cooked a lot of cat­ fish so I felt good about that," said Morris. "Matt handled the soup, Danny prepared the salad and I did the pinwheels. We happened to be in the zone and it worked out great. We were very pleased with the point total." Broyhill Inn general man­ ager Doug Uzelac was not surprised by his chef's suc­ cess and hopes the success will lead to greater recogni­ tion of the inn's Jackson Din­ ing Room. "We are pleased that our culinary staff has been recog­ nized among the best in the High Country," Uzelac said. "People don't typically go out to dinner at a hotel res­ taurant. We hope this makes people aware of the Jackson Dining Room as a stand alone restaurant with great food." The Broyhill Inn is locat­ ed in Boone, N.C. For infor­ mation about the inn or its Jackson Dining Room, call (800) 951-6048 or visit: www. broyhillinn.com. Give Your Graduate Som Noteworthy Prai Grad Ads Honor your graduate with a message in the Jefferson Post on Friday, May 25th. This is a memorable way to show your pride in the accomplishments your graduate has achieved throughout their school years. Order today! Jane Smith High School Class of2007 We are both so very proud of you and all of your accomplishments. Your hard work and sacrifice has paid off for you. You have filled our lives with so much love & joy. May life hold only the best for you. 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For tickets or information, call 800.841.2787,or828.262.4046, or visit www.appsummer.org State_ -Zip. J Check Enclosed J Visa • M/C Card Number Exp. Date Message: Phone Deadline: I Tuesday, May 22nd, 12:00 Noon I Publication Date: Friday, May 25th, 2007 Signature. Mail coupon to: | Grad Ads Classified Dept. Jefferson Post • P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 or call KJJO) 040 - /154 I UI «.dii (336) 846 - 7164 and ask for Geraldine �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 PAGE 7B COMMUNITY NEWS Goss Agency receives awards ASHEVILLE— The Goss Agency won three honors at the annual Public Relations Association of Western North Carolina (PRAWNC) award ceremony held last month at The Crest Center in Asheville. The Goss Agency has been recognized for its work with Cherokee Travel & Tourism and earned the following awards: • TV advertising cam­ paign, "Clan Spirits" • Radio advertising cam­ paign, "Oconaluftee Village" • Best press release, "Em­ issaries of Peace" This is the third year The Goss Agency has represented Cherokee Travel & Tourism focusing on the cultural at­ tractions including promotion of one of the oldest outdoor dramas in the country, "Unto These Hills...a retelling."The agency also promotes the Mu­ seum of the Cherokee Indian, Oconaluftee Village, Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual, Inc. and many annual events in­ cluding Festival of Native Peoples, Southeastern Tribes and the Trail of Tears walk, among many others. "It is gratifying to work with the Cherokee to share their rich 11,000-year history and culture with visitors who want to have a meaningful experience," said Jeff Goss. "We are simply delighted to help the tribe's marketing vi­ sion and dedication to reclaim the deserved image based on their authentic heritage, not one manufactured by Holly­ wood." A native of Jefferson N.C., with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts in New York City, Jeff Goss founded The Goss Agen­ cy in 1998 in Atlanta, GA, which he relocated to Asheville in 2000. Prior to that he was vice president/creative director for Atlanta's oldest independent advertising/PR agency, Pringle Dixon Pringle, where he defined the creative concepts and posi­ tioning for Disney Vacation Club, South Seas Planta­ tion, Dan Quillian's Archery, Georgia International Horse Park, Austin Quality Foods, Edwards Frozen Pies, the Island of St. Lucia, Lake La­ nier Islands, Wintergreen Resort and Columbus Bank and Trust. He headed the creative strategy for Georgia Power, Amoco Fabrics and Fi­ bers, Bekaert Wire/Belgium (world's largest wire manu­ facturer) at Wilson, Home, McClelland & Gray. Also in Atlanta he worked for Bab­ bit & Reiman and at BBDO on the Delta Airlines, Wacho­ via and Broward County/Ft. Lauderdale accounts. In New York City, Goss worked with Lois/GGK, Pedone & Part­ ners and BBDO Promotions, spearheading the creative on the Speidel, Stamford Town Center, The Mall at Short Hills, N.J., Shearson Lehman Brothers and Shaw Ross Im­ porters (White Horse Scotch) accounts. "It is a tremendous honor to receive these awards from PRAWNC on behalf of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Travel & Tourism and our cultural partners," said Mary Jane Ferguson, director of marketing and promotions for the ECBI. "The partnership and mu­ tual respect that exists with The Goss Agency and Travel & Promotion, Cherokee His­ torical Association, Museum of the Cherokee Indian and Qualla Arts & Crafts Mutual, Inc., has been very effective as we execute our strategy to attract the heritage visitor to Cherokee." Cherokee has benefited enormously from the awardwinning advertising cam­ paigns executed by The Goss Agency since work began for the tribe in 2005. The most significant achievement for Cherokee was earning the destination "Travel Attrac­ tion of the Year" in 2006 awarded by the Southeast­ ern Tourism Society. More than 600 attractions were considered among 11 states and Cherokee was the only organization to win multiple awards from STS. The Goss Agency's efforts also produced significant eco­ nomic results for Cherokee over the last year. Among those results is a 49 per­ cent boost in attendance at Cherokee's outdoor summer drama, "Unto These Hills." At the Museum of the Cherokee Indian, visits were up 17 per­ cent and gift shop revenues increased by 30 percent. Rev­ enue at last year's Festival of Native Peoples was up 80 percent over last year. The Goss Agency has gar­ nered more than 90 awards internationally, nationally and regionally. Over the last year, the agency has in­ creased billing from $2.2 to $4.5 million and has added key personnel including a di­ rector of public relations, me­ dia director, and a vice-presi­ dent of operations. Headquartered at 49 Broadway in downtown Asheville, The Goss Agency, Inc., specializes in brand position­ ing, creative print campaigns, television and radio commer­ cials, direct marketing, public relations, media buying, mul­ timedia strategy, strategic marketing plans and market­ ing communications strategy. Goss also launched "Inside Ideas," a new product to pro- If's lifos froe. vide top agency expertise and marketing support for com­ panies conducting their mar­ keting in-house. In addition to Cherokee, the agency has managed brand development and generated significant re­ sults for The Islands of St. Lucia, U.S. Jets, and Massey Ferguson Tractors, to name a few. The agency's Brand Positioning and Consumer Insights Research Program serves as the common driver of clients' success. Information: www.thegossagency.com or 828-259-9910. Photo VVWI IWWJ wi The Goss Agency • I iviv courtesy of • • iv iv/y Jefferson native Jeff Goss is owner of The Goss Agency in Asheville, recently recognized for its public relations work with Cherokee Travel & Tourism. I* t! f /c k Y o r< J u <J//e k fo/ /. / / e \. JJ oh/* f//tye... r i t k Y o r f v 'e/tc/... /e / a T v Y 7 t ^ / o / c k - ) / .. 7 ik J ft r Y a y. r . U2 journey Jewelry The Highest Gold Has Been in 25 Years. -U ALL BRAND r l / / i, ^ uuaj r f t t . 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BRAND JEWELRY Wal-Mart Shopping Center, Wilkesboro, NC \/a!assis Connecting People to Brandt' "| Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9:30am - 6:00pm Email: diaking@wilkes.net ^ mOQlZ7 1 VTVM A A A P " A - « 1 -888-591 -3174 0 Member JA • SJ0 »NCJA 90DAYSAME-AS-CASH FINANCING �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy | CLASSIFIED U ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADUNES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted Carpenters Wanted Will train. Drivers license and vehicle required. Please call Charles Harris Construction Company @ 359-8500 POSITION AVAILABLE: Family Caregiver Support Specialist Work in a fun, high energy environment. Enterllne & Russell Builders is seeking Carpenters & Helpers for projects in Watauga, Ashe and Avery Counties. Benefits include: •Health Insurance •Paid Holidays •401K Savings Plan Apply at office in Blowing Rock. 828-295-9568 HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR 1 (Position 743-40-1605). FT New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Ashe County. Case Manager serving adult consumers with MI/SA/DD on the Assertive Community Charges Treatment Team. Rates depend on size Duties include: of ad and number of monitoring, arranging, runs. Please call coordinating and liking Classified Dept. consumers with for information. needed services. Will work primarily in Mail orders should be consumers' homes and sent with payment to: in community. Classified Advertising [ Minimum requirements: Bachelor's degree in a The Jefferson Post human service field PO Box 808 and two years of West Jefferson, NC related human services 28694 counseling/therapy, which provides (We accept personal experience in check. Visa or techniques of Master Card) counseling/therapy, case management or Telephone: group work, one of (336)846-7164 which was supervised. Fax: Usual Schedule: I (336)846-7165 Mon - Fri, 8-5, must be flexible for occasional e-mail: evening or weekend classified® jeffersonpost.com hours. Typical-hiring Web: range: $33,564 www.jeffersonpost.com $38,424. Submit state application and 30-Special school transcripts to: Ashe County Notices Employment Security If you have left Commission, pictures with us 626 Ashe Central PLEASE remember to School Rd, Unit 5, come in and pick Jefferson, NC 28640. them up. Criminal records check THANK YOU and pre-employment Jefferson Post drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. PUBLISHER S NOTICE; All real estate advertising In thla newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it Illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un-, dor the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18 This news-1 paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found near State Park off NC Hwy 88, young, male yellow golden retriever mix with white feet. No collar. Call 982-4456. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem. NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 LOAN ASSISTANT/OFFICE COORDINATOR Jefferson Clerical, accounting, loan processing, gen. loan servicing, and customer service. Responsible for office operations and reporting. Skills in MS Office programs req. 1 -2 years specialized office training or equiv. experience preferred. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Send confidential resume stating salary required to HR, Carolina Farm Credit, PO Box 1827 Statesville, NC 28687 or email to hrdept@cfarmc.com Resumes accepted until 5/4. EEO www.carolinafarm credit.com Part-time Position tor Christmas Tree Farm work. Must have experience using farm equipment. Call 336-982-8733. TRUCK DRIVER NEEDED CDL's required. Must have 2 years experience. Local and long distance driving available. Pay based on load. Call for details. • 336-982-3667 High Country Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging is seeking worker responsible for providing information and case assistance for family caregivers in the seven county region (Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Mitchell, Watauga, Wilkes and Yancey Counties) developing resources where needed. Preference will be given to those applicants with master's degree with studies in gerontology and social work or a bachelor's degree with experience working with older adults. Administrative office located in Boone, NC. Send resume with references by May 9, 2007 to: Personnel Office High Country Council of Governments PO Box 1820 Boone, NC 28607 EOE (828)265-5434 PRACTICE MANAGER The Sanger Clinic, a leading cardiovascular medicine and surgery clinic caring for both children and adults with 12 regional locations recently joined Carolinas Healthcare System. We have an excellent opportunity for a personable, experienced practice manager to join our team in the Boone area. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented, hands-on practice manager with strong interpersonal and communication skills. In addition, must possess the skills to foster an atmosphere of excellence. BA/BS in health or business and 3-5 years of proven practice management experience; 2-3 years supervisory exp., excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to synthesize information from various sources to solve problems. Please fax a resume to 828-264-8144 or e-mail to mike.staples@carolinashealthcare.org. REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOSPICE High Country Health Care - Hospice has an opening for a full-time Registered Nurse to serve Ashe County. Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experience. Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time management, and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowllne Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828)264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified; EEO and ADA employer. Check out the High Country Business Services. You can find a service that you are needing here. This is an excellent promotion for your business. If you would like to be Included in the directory, call Geraldine, 336-846-7164 Looking for a Career? Look No Further!! Wendy's in West Jefferson is NOW Hiring Dayshift and Nightshift Positions Come by and see Melissa or Bob to till out an application aj: 1380 Mount Jefferson Road in West Jefferson, NC Manager/Supervisor position available for group home in Deep Gap, NC. Responsibilities include: supervision of up to 30 staff and operations of a group home for adults with special needs. RHA Health Services, Inc. is a large and growing, non-profit company offering a range of services for people with developmental disabilities. RHA is known for providing high quality services, excellent staff training and opportunities for advancement. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits package, tuition reimbursement and 403b plan. Qualifications: Supervisory experience, Drivers License and flexible work schedule. Experience with persons with disabilities preferred. Apply in person at 176 Wildcat Rd.. Deep Gap, NC 28618 or call 828-262-5450. 150-Jobs Wanted POSITION WANTED CNA will give quality care to your loved one at their residence. References available. Call 977-0609 for appointment. 180-Appliances For Sale - Washer, less than 2 years old and an older dryer for $125. Also have refrigerator with icemaker for $50. Selling all 3 for $150! Call 336-384-3194. 230-Lawn Mowers For Sale 16 HP Murray Lawn Mower.Needs some repair work. $250 firm. Call 336-846-1328 235-Christmas Trees WANTED: Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. 260-Garage/Yard Sales ANNUAL YARD AND BAKE SALE SAT., MAY 5 7AM - 2 PM Multi-family sale. Lots of misc. items!! Bake sale items and hot dogs available. LOCATION: Mountain Village Apts 200 Luther Road Jefferson, NC EMPLOYEE YARD SALE SAT, MAY 5TH Items include clothes, furniture, household items, childrens clothing, and toys. Location: Dr. Pepper Bottling Co. Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Your source for news in Ashe Count]/and the High Country: The Jefferson Post 260-Garage/Yard Sales HUGE PARKING LOT SALE Sat, May 5th 6AM-7PM Large assortment of items. Location: Beside Antiques on Main in West Jefferson. Don't miss this one! MOVING /YARD SALE SAT, MAY 5TH 8 AMTO 4 PM Moving sale for couple from Maryland. Items include curtains, old bottles, Avon, shoes, tools, dishes, and a lot more! Location: Home of the Wyatts 200 Buck Mtn. Rd. West Jefferson YARD SALE Lisa Osborne and friends are have a yard sale this Saturday, May 5th beginning at 7:00 AM. Items include: Baby girl's and Girl's Brand name clothing, sizes newborn to 6/7. Little boy's clothing sizes newborn to 4T, ladies clothing, girl's pageant wear, sizes 4-6, other baby items, toys, household items, etc. 260-Garage/Yard Sales k'/J:likf1l: KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARD SALE SAT, MAY 5 7 AM to NOON YARD SALES Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am TWo inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous HERBALIFE DISTRIBUTOR Free Samples. Call 888-567-8851 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press. 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. All proceeds go to the Relay for Life. The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. YARD SALES Sat, May 5th 7AM until We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 PLACEYOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Free to good home Location: Behind Pizza Hut 150 & 166 Oak Grove Circle, Jefferson Watch for signs! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.pet1inder.com DID YOU KNOW? Our Classifieds reach everyone In the county? Let our Classified Ads go to work for you! Call us at 336-846-7164. Wilkes Community College 14x72 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Wide. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? 2 bedroom, 1 bath Check out the ads in the Classified section. mobile home in Town of West Jefferson. Large private lot, Kitchen appliances included. $500 per month, security deposit. No pets. Call 384-4228. Single Brand new. Choose 2 of 3 bedrooms vinyl and shingle. You choose your colors, 5 year warranty only 24,995.00 set and delivered. You will not find better product or price. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. Stop and see us we will save you money. 3 bedroom, 2 bath GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb Best Deal Going: Horton Double Wide...5 Yr. Warranty, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, appliances $39,995.00 set and de­ livered. Only one at this price. New generation homes (336)973-4462. double wide, .6 acre, heat pump/air conditioner, storage building. Laurel Springs. 846-7674 or 877-6872. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 Mobile Home, 336-877-2330 Huge $450 per month plus deposit. Reference required. Call 846-9736 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. right and priced right 440-Offcs, Bldgs 4Rent/Sale Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 Homes. (336)973-4462. JUST ARRIVED NEW MUST SEE TO BE­ LIEVE 1600 SQ FT HOME AT FREEDOM HOMESWILKESBOROI! Large Master BDR and Bath Room, Large Kitchen, Living Room, Large Utility Room, 2nd and 3rd Bedrooms, Plus Other Options. Priced to Fit Your Budget, Limited Edition Only. Call DS Prevette 973-2335 or 981-6368. FREEDOM HOMES be your 1st choicel Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. FORECLOSED Homes Buy It! Fix It! RESULTS! Generation Let 3 bedroom, approx. 1600 sq ft, heat pump, Monitor heater, new floor coverings and new paint. Located in Jefferson, NC. $155,000. Appointment only. Call 336-977-6242, 336-977-4460, 336-877-1000 336-846-9831 Sell It! and save you money. New House For Sale By Owner. 1 dr i For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 of options, features and take a look. We will •Canadian Northern White Cedar •Hundreds of plans •Post/Beam •Licensed Builder •You build or we build •Financing 28 years in business. Call Ron Hayes 336-984-8363 Call 846-1328 for $59,995.00 with lots upgrades. Come Commercial Buildings CEDAR LOG HOMES $700 firm. 80 cc Yamaha 4-wheeler. Make offer. Bedroom home 1782 sq ft built 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale For Sale: TWo 50 cc Royal Scooters • 4 double wide. Beautiful for rent. West Jefferson 3500 sq ft - all or 1/2. Lansing, 1100 sq ft. Call for details, 561-750-7512 SHOPPING FOR A 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses •N J M!T«K€L J M J[IML For Rent where dog can run. Blue Heeler-femaleunder 2yrs. Leave message: 877-2780. Something for everyone! We have 3 gorgeous female lab mixes look­ ing for homes. They are around 3-4 months old and would make a great addition to any family. They love to play and run. 310-Musical Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information For more information, call Paula Perry at 877-7734 or Diane Elliott at 846-4902 Classifieds make "Cents' "Cents make Dollars" Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Furnished 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment for rent, minutes from town. $525 monthly. Deposit required. 336246-7337. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 330-Pets Buffalo Baptist Church Relay for Life Team will be having a Yard Sale at the Church Fellowship Hall. Located at 619 Buffalo Rd., West Jefferson. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Advertise your yard sale in this space. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Location: Home of David and Lisa Osborne 550 Friendship Baptist Church Rd. Jefferson, NC 330-Pets Call 8467164 Wilkes Community College Check Out Thie Local Property: 1SQ Roland Priv? JEFFERSON 2 BR, 2 BA, 1488 SF Home vrf 1 ACRE Selling WED., MAY 9 at 3:00 PM from house at 102 North Or In Jonesville Agent: Deborah Swift, Swift Real Estate Specialists, 336-526-7770 OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY & SUNDAY, • n MAY 5 & 6 from 1 to 3 PM Nurse Aide Instructor PT Evenings Wilkes Campus For more information Call (336) 838-6204 HUDSON & MARSHALL can 800-441-9401 For Free Brochure or View ALL HOMES at: www .hudsonand marshall.com Criminal Justice Lead Instructor For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: It's the Cola! BOTTLING VENTURES Learn the joy of working for Pepsi. Take a look at our opportunities to join the Pepsi team and start your career to success. RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus WEEKEND MERCHANDISER PBV is currently seeking outgoing, motivated individuals to service our accounts. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, able to lift 40-50 lbs., and able to complet^ duties with little supervision. This is a great opportunity for college students and others seeking extra income. Qualified individuals will have excellent customer service skills, a valid drivers' license with a good driving record, and reliable transportation. Currently accepting applications. Interested candidates can apply in person at: Pepsi Bottling Ventures, 9751 US Hwy 421 S, Deep Gap, N.C. 28618. Diversity is all part of the Pepsi way. EOE. Pre-employment drug testing is required. Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Home Care Director Hospice RN IT Systems Engineer We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional nra EOE �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , MAY 4, 2007 Classifieds 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1195-Legals LIMITED QUANTITY: 1620 sq ft double wide. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, thermopane windows, dishwasher, quality built 2x4 16 on center construction by Horton Homes... delivered and set up with 5yr. warran­ ty only $49,995.00. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. E. Sue Miller Administratrix for the of Hattie Estate Rosetta Campbell NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF RONALD GIRTMAN, EXECUTOR OF THE ESTATE OF WANDA JO EDGE WALKER NEW HOME WITH. GIRTMAN LAND! All improve­ undersigned, ments: Landscaped The qualified as Yard, Concrete Front having Covered Porch, Big Executrix of the Estate Wanda Jo Back Deck. Must move of Now $87,900.00 Will Edge Walker Girtman, Finance. Call DS deceased, late of Ashe Prevette at 973-2335 County, North Carolina this is to notify all or 981-6368. persons having claims 510-Mobile Home against said estate to present them to the Lots for Sale undersigned on or before the 14th day of IT S TIME YOU July, 2007, or this own your own home! notice will be pleaded Credit Problems in bar of their recovery. is not a problem, All persons indebted to Let Me Help! the said estate will Land Home Packages please make immedi­ in your area. ate payment to the I also have lot models undersigned. with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. 530-Lots & Acreage Ronald Girtman P.O. Box 215 Jefferson. NC 28640 • Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. John T. Kilby Kilby & Hurley P.O. Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 For lease: 200 acres pasture land for cattle. Ready now. Call 336-384-2612 for more information 1115Professionals Antique Furniture Refinishing Call week days after 6:00 pm. Week ends - any time. Call 1-336-384-9102 Ask for Bob FOR HIRE Let me help you lo create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email Publication dates 4/13/07:4/20/07; 4/27/07; 5/4/07 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Hattie Rosetta Campbell, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 3744 N. 1700 East Rd., Heyworth, IL 61745 on or before the 31st of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Joseph S. Wolfinger, late of Ashe County. North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 354 Park Vista Rd., West Jefferson, NC, on or before the 20th day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 13th day of April. 2007. Nell Fensterle Joseph F. Wolfinger Co-Executors for the Estate of Joseph S. Wolfinger NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Polly I. Patrick, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 8031 S. 3410 W., West Jordan, UT, 84088, on or before the 20th day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 16th day of Having qualified as the April, 2007. Executor of the Estate of Gilda Scott Reid late Debbie Thompson of Ashe County, North Bill Bradley, Carolina, the under­ Co-Executors for the signed does hereby Estate of notify all persons, firms Polly I. Patrick and corporations hav­ ing claims against the IN THE GENERAL Estate of said decedent COURT OF JUSTICE to exhibit them to the OF NORTH undersigned on or be­ CAROLINA fore July 31, 2007 or SUPERIOR COURT this notice will be DIVISION pleaded in bar of their ASHE COUNTY recovery. All persons, 07SP30 firms and corporations indebted to the estate IN THE MATTER OF of Gilda Scott Reid will THE FORECLOSURE please make immedi­ OF A DEED OF ate payment to the TRUST EXECUTED undersigned. BY GREGORY EUGENE POE DATED This the 27th day of APRIL 19, 2006 AND April, 2007. RECORDED IN BOOK Scott W. Reid, 346 AT PAGE 331 IN Executor of the estate THE ASHE COUNTY of Gilda Scott Reid. PUBLIC REGISTRY, 101 LeBlanc Court NORTH CAROLINA Cary, NC 27513 John M.Logsdon McElwee Firm, PLLC 906 Main Street North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 Attorneys for the Estate fircjlyainocWyiiliooivm 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estates of Clarence Edgar Parsons and Virginia D. Parsons, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estates to present them to the undersigned at 2539 Cranberry Springs Rd., Fleet­ wood, NC 28626 on or before the 5th day of August, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. Johnny Lee Parsons Executor for the Estates of Clarence Edgar Parsons and Virginia D. Parsons Hurry to place your ad in the High Country Business Services. Call Geraldine, 336-846-7164 for more Information. NOTICE OF SALE Pursuant to a Court order and under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and failure to carry out and perform the stipulation and agreements therein contained and, pursuant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness secured by said deed of trust, the undersigned substitute trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county courthouse said county at 11:30 AM on May 11, 2007 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, situated in Ashe County, North Carolina. and being more particularly described as follows: BEING Lot Nos. 178181, inclusive, of Lawfield Acres Subdivision, Jefferson, NC as described in plat of record in the Ashe County Registry and duly recorded in Plat Book 2, Page 91, enve­ lope 352B; also, more fully described in 1195-Legals Revised Plat Book 4, at page 352B and referral Is made to such recordation for fuller description set forth therein. Check us out online at: www.jeffersonpost.com Being the same property as described in that certain deed from Betty s. Barker to Gregory Eugene Poe dated 1 October 1997, and of record in Deed Book 224, at pages 12021203, Ashe County Registry, said document Incorporated by reference as though fully set out herein ALLIANCE Full Time lsl and 2nd shift RN's and LPN's FULL & PART-TIME CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE JOB PLACEMENT Part time weekend RN/LPN's We offer Competitive Pay Rates and Benefits Interested persons may apply in person or send resume to: Attention: Director of Nursing 540 Waugh Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 Phone: 336-246-5581 • Fax: 336-246-5997 218 Benfield Drive, Jefferson, NC 28640 The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance -AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed 0f trust/security agreement, or both, being foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, attorneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are dis­ claimed. This sale is made subject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure, for paying, if any. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This gale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Fol­ lowing the expiration of the statutory upset period, all remaining amounts are immediately due and owing, Wytheville, ALLIANCE 06-88506 Being I I NUMBER ONE is nothing to celebrate. Virginia rerson 1-800-334-1203 s Gateway to Extraordinary Living Come See the Difference! www.alllancetractorlrailer.cofn t&e CfwidCf The date of this Notice is April 10, 2007. Grady Ingle Substitute Trustee 8520 Cliff Cameron Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 (704)333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc/ has the following positions available: TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS And Being more commonly known as: The record owner(s) of the property, as reflected on the records of the Register of Deeds. is/are Gregory Eugene Roe. B LEARN TO DRIVE Margate Health and Rehab Center mmwmm A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! 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The equipment will be on display from Thursday, April 26th until Thursday, May 3, 2007 at the Centura Bank Building located at 404 S Jefferson Ave. The items for sale are: Equipment: Park Equipment: Vehicles: Salt Spreader Moon Walk 1987 Ford Truck (Bucket) Weed Eater Slide 1990 Ford Acrostar Van Monkey Bars 1993 Ford Truck Chain Link Fence/Posts 1994 Honda Civic Concrete Half Tiles/Spillways 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe 2000 Ford Crown Victoria Russell Killen, license number: NCAL4234 , will conduct the auction. ORTHODONTIC Care for Children and Adults Affordable! $499. Special Starting Fee Monthly Budgeted Payments Insurance / Credit Cards Accepted Free Exams Located in Blue Ridge Plaza (across from Ashe Civic Center) West Jefferson Dr. Derwood L. Ashworth, D.D.S., IM.Sc.O. American Assoc. of Orthodontists • Southern Society of Orthodontists Call for an Appointment (336) 667-4752 or (336) 246-2500 Offer subject to change without notice. Special offer 18 years and younger. �PAGE 10B FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS J&B Trout Lake opens by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Come on out, the weath­ er's fine at J&B Trout Lake behind Shatley Springs Inn. The lake officially opened for business in April and a rib­ bon cutting and open house was held on April 27. This new business offers everything you need for trout fly fishing, from the equip­ ment to the fish. And if you need a lesson, expert Blair Barber and his staff will be glad to oblige. The two acre lake behind Shatley Springs - one of Ashe County's biggest seasonal at­ tractions - is open all week, 8:30 a.m. to dusk for fishing. The family atmosphere of­ fers fun for all ages and you can keep what you catch. Rent or purchase the nec­ essary equipment or bring your own. Learn how to tie a fly and build a fishing rod. Catch some beautiful rain­ bows with local favorites in pre-tied flies. Go home with fish cleaned and filleted and ready to cook. Owner Blair Barber from the Buxton area of Cape Hatteras has been in the fishing business for 25 years, build­ ing his own rods and with 17 years experience as a guide. He worked with the ESPN show "Reel Talk," has sponsored trips in surf fish­ ing and extreme fishing, and operated several bait shops over the years. Barber's fly fishing rods are recognized for their col­ ors with images created from thread. The rods are both decorative and useful. Atowhtaih Field Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 .Mobile: 336-977-1312 Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties FREE ESTIMATES Call me for any project! FREE ESTIMATES!! "Since 1989" JKJL Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • Wed Jefferson, NC Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 Lawn Services Lot Maintenance Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties GRASS CUTTING AND TRIMMING • BUSHHOGGING • SMALL BACKHOE Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types o( repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. H&J Total Lawn Care Lawn Care, Inc. • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation •Ponds • Ditching • Driveways •Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Senior Citizens Discounts Northwest Appleseed No JOB TOO SMALL! Ajaa* (.CS LAWN MOWING «3 LAWN CARE Quality Home Repairs Excavating & flanling I I ROOFING Appalachian Roofing Co. FREE ESTIMATES - and as far away as Cape Hatteras. For information about J&B Trout Lake, call 982-4447. CAR HOME REPAIRS EXCAVATING • Homesites •Spring Work •Lot Clearing •Basement/Footers He said you have to be a bit of an artist in building rods and often goes into seclusion to come up with new ideas. Fly tiers working with him are Dave Pickett and Lee Burgess. They are always designing new flies, he said, because the fish see so many things and colors and styles must match the hatch to rep­ resent what the fish like to eat. J&B Trout Lake supplies everything you need to fish and customers only pay for what they catch. Individu­ als are welcome along with school, civic and church Post photo by Linda Burchette J&B Trout Lake, located at Shatley Springs in Crumpler, held a ribbon cutting and open groups. No license is re­ quired and there is no limit house with the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce April 27. Participating are, from left, Lee Burgess, Flory Pridgen, Blair Barber - owner, Kathleen George - Chamber of Commerce on catch. For more information, call Member Services Coordinator, and Dave Pickett. The private lake is now open and ready for 982-4447 or email jbtrout- anglers of all ages to try their luck. In addition to the trout lake, Barber, Burgess and Pickett also offer classes on fly-tying and provide guided fishing trips in other parts of the county lake@hotmail.com. 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek. NC 28631 TERRY SAUNDERS 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 -dubBI ^*336-877-1014 \TJ AND K HOME IMPROVEMENT^! fci II ASHE COUNTY ROOFING ROOP'S ROOFING • Licensed in North Carolina & VA Install roofing of all kinds Roof Painting Insured & ALL Work (aiaranteed FREE ESTIMATES! 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Shop located at: Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience 245 Von Turner Rd.• West Jefferson, NC AmndipmjmilicKWto'Hw IH*Outlaid Nut MdAuocubaft Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner J Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 StoP(or 982-3335 17 years experience DISPOSAL SERVICES Boone Grading Co., Inc MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner • Residential Pick-up Service - S4D 00 Quarterly • Special Pick up Sendee Available No Job Too Small or Too Large! "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" is OUR MOTTO! a- GRAPHIC DESIGN • Logos • Business Cards • Brochures ' Camera Ready Ads Deb Holder C'aine 336.977-2113 LICENSED & LSSCRED FREE ESTIMATES • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman • Land Clearing • Road Building Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! ,v |Y Office: 828-9634069 Fax: 828-963-8610 1 Septic Systems • Basements • Footers ELFXThHCAI Industrial ^Commercial 4 BUdnleaf Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured q,||. 828-773-6736 IKV GRAIONF.LlXC/CAftPEXTiJV �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 11B FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Winter ends on a warm note at Grandfather GRANDFATHER MOUN­ the morning breaking the TAIN, NC - The weather previous daily low record of data from the month of April 13 degrees set April 8, 1958. recorded at the official US The all time lowest tempera­ Weather Service reporting ture ever recorded in April at station located next to Grand-1Grandfather Mountain was 5 degrees on tain's" MM,?e MAY DECIN? HOT! April 7,1982. High Swinging GRANDFATHER MOUNThe rainfall Bridge shows TAIN, NC - Unseasonably total of 2.80 cool tempera- warm weather has already inches for the tures and con- broken a daily high tempera- past month tinuing dry ture record for the month of was 2.39 inchweather. May at the official US Weath- eS) or 45 perThe average er Service reporting station cent, below the high tempera- located next to the Mile High 51-year averture of 51.59 Swinging Bridge on Grandfa- age rainfall degrees was ther Mountain. total for April 2.19 degrees The temperature reached 0f 5.19 inches, cooler than 76 degrees on May 1 setting .Rain for the normal for a new daily high temperature year-to-date March, and the record. The previous record totals 15.08 average low for the day was 72 degrees set inches, which temperature of In 1963. j8 5,08 inches 36 degrees was The all time highest tem- (or 25 percent) .98 degrees perature for the month Of below the 51below normal May at Grandfather Moun- year norm for for this time of tain was 78 degrees set May this time of year. 19.1996. year. Unseason­ The first ably cold weather broke the and only significant snowfall record for the daily low tem­ of the winter fell at Grandfa­ perature on Easter Sunday, ther in April. Easter weekend April 8. The temperature brought a total of 9.2 inches dipped to 9 degrees early in of snow to the Mountain. The '-Uy. -v snowiest day of the winter was that Saturday, April 7, with nine inches of snow. The snowfall total for the month was 12.2 inches, 68 percent above the 51-year average snowfall total for April of 3.85 inches. Grandfather Mountain had a total of 43.05 inches of snow for the winter of 20062007, down 22 percent from the norm of 55.41 inches for the winter season. There was at least a trace of snow at » , Grandfather on 29 days. The top of the Mountain was closed to visitors 57 times between October and April because of winter weather and high winds. Employees were unable to reach the Top Shop to record the weather nine days during the winter. The coldest temperature from October 2006 through April 2007 was minus four degrees January 29. The warmest temperature experi­ enced during the winter was Teaching Fellows announced Area high school seniors are among the 2007 recipients of the North Carolina Teach­ ing Fellows scholarships. Laura Marie Absher and Lindsay Katherine Hagel, seniors at Ashe County High School, were named recepients of this scholar­ ship. Kassandra Dawn Rob­ erts of ACHS was named an alternate. Each Teaching Fellow receives a $26,000 scholar­ ship loan from the state, payable in $6,500 annual increments. The full loan is forgiven after the Fel­ low has completed four (4) years of teaching in North Carolina public schools or U.S. Government schools. In addition, all Fellows take part in unique academic and summer enrichment programs during their col­ lege careers. The program, created by the GeneralAssembly in 1986, upon the recommendation of the Public School Forum of North Carolina, remains one of the top teacher recruiting programs in the nation. "The primary purpose of the program is to attract tal­ ented high school seniors to become public school teach­ ers," stated Susan Burgess, Chair of the Teaching Fellows Commission. The sixteen con­ stituent institutions in the program offer unparalleled teacher education experi­ ences-experiences which are producing high quality educa­ tors and leaders for the state's public schools. This year, 1,869 high school seniors competed for the 500 scholarships. Recipients rank in the upper eight percent of their senior class and have an average SAT score of 1180 on the SAT. Among the recipi­ ents, 29 percent are males and 19 percent are minorities. "Each Teaching Fellows class continues to meet the high expectations of the program," said Jo Ann Norris, Associate Executive Di­ rector for the Public School Forum and Administrator of the Teaching Fellows Program. She added, "I believe that these bright young people, like their peers who are now teach­ ing in our public schools, will make a real difference when they graduate and take their places in North Carolina classrooms." Since 1987, 8,714 gradu­ ating high school seniors have been awarded the scholarship. Currently, there are 3,155 Teaching Fellows teaching in 98 of the state's 100 counties. 71 degrees on April 30. Grandfather Mountain was only able to record wind speeds with its new anemom­ eter one day in April. An in­ ternal problem with the bat­ tery has kept the instrument from recording any data since April 2. "April is our wind month, said Grandfather Mountain Naturalist Jesse Pope, "so we are disappointed that we haven't been able to record wind speeds. It is something internally in the logger like a wire short or a loose connec­ tion." Grandfather saw high winds on Sunday, April 15 that caused many trees to fall all up and down the Mountain and kept the buildings in the park without power for days. Although it would have been interesting if the new anemometer had been in op­ eration to clock the actual wind speeds, the staff does not believe that any records were broken. One reason for this belief is that the winds during the storm were com­ m ing out of the southeast and all of Grandfather's record breaking winds have previ­ ously come from the north­ west. In addition, none of the Mountain's weather instru­ ments were damaged in the storm. "We did not see the dam­ age up top this time like we saw in January 2006 when our old anemometer recorded 200 mph," said Grandfather Mountain President Crae Morton. "That January we saw lots of damage to the Top Shop and a large boulder in the parking lot was moved by the winds and nothing like that occurred this time." The Mountain expects Ameen Syed from the State Climate Office of North Caro­ lina to come up to Grandfa­ ther in the next few weeks to fix the problem and get the anemometer back online. For more information on the 51 years of weather data from Grandfather Mountain, see the interactive weather database at www.grandfather.com. Tfjank You for the many acts of kindness you have shown during the passing oj our loved one. '1he flowers, food, visits, cards and prayers were greatly appreciated. We would especially like to express our gratitude to the following: 'Dr. Wonsick for her excellent service; Segraves Care Center (especially rBrenda Liddle, 'David Jones, Angie 'Bare); 'Rev. ' Billy Joe'Blevins; 'Rev. Charlie McCoy; 'Bristol 'Baptist Church; Apple fjrove 'Baptist Church: Yuckerdale 'Baptist Church; the Yallbearers and special friends Audrey and Allen (Miller. 'The Yamiby oj 'Blanche'Roop Miller Anc/y VoJ Who Are Your Lucky Sevan? CAROLINA WEST WIRELESS INTRODUCES LUCKY 7! The calling feature that allows you to make unlimited calls to any 7 people you want, friends, family members, He business associates or whoever! IT DOESN'T MATTER 41* WHETHER THEY ARE ON A LAND LINE, A CELL PHONE, OR WITH A DIFFERENT CELL PHONE COMPANY - You can put them in your Lucky 7! And, it's only $7 a month! Certain restrictions apply. See store for details. THIS MOTHER'S DAY THE MOST IMPORTANT WORDS YOU'VE EVER SAID BECOME THREE "I FOREVER DO" BRAND JEWELRY Wal-Mart Shopping Center. 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The ceremony kicked off at 10 a.m. as graduates Photo courtesy of Patty McMeans Stanley Blevins of Crumpler pins a promotional bar insignia on his son, Rick Blevins, during Army Warrant Officer Candi­ date School graduation ceremonies last month in Alabama. marched into the museum to music played by the 98th Army Band. Following the welcome, invocation, Nation­ al Anthem and guest speaker, CW5 Ronald Kaita addressed the 83 graduates, commend­ ing them for their academic, leadership, training and civic project achievements dur­ ing the 4-week course. CW4 Leann Fraka then admin­ istered the Oath of Office to the new officers. After swearing the oath of office. Rick's father, Stanley Blevins of Crumpler, assisted in the ceremony by pinning on his son's new bar insig­ nia in honor of his promo­ tion. The new officers were presented with a copy of the United States Constitution and the ceremony ended with a benediction and rendition of the Army Song. Upon graduating, Blevins returned to his current duty station in San Antonio, TX and following an advanced officer's intelligence course at Ft. Huachuca, AZ, will be re-stationed at Ft. Hood, TX. SBA offers online training The U.S. Small Business Administration recently intro­ duced a new online training resource for budding entre­ preneurs to provide the fun­ damentals of starting a small business. The Small Business Primer Strategies for Success online training is a free course designed to assist individuals who are thinking about start­ ing a small business or who are in the early stages of run­ ning a business. The Small Business Prim­ er is an assessment tool that focuses on three key areas to help small business owners (1) determine their business readiness, (2) provide an over­ view of basic small business principles, and (3) introduce them to key SBA resources for small business counseling and training. The assessment tool is highly recommended and useful for those who have considered starting a busi­ ness or thought about what it takes to be successful as an entrepreneur. The Small Business Primer is available through the SBA's Small Business Training Net­ work, a virtual campus of business courses, trainings, education resources, learning tools and information assis­ tance at www.sba.gov/training. It is a unique training that features an interactive assessment tool to help evalu­ ate readiness for starting a business. It also walks partic­ ipants through the key steps of business start-up. Participants that com­ plete the online training have an opportunity to receive a Course Completion Certifi­ cate from the SBA. To evalu­ ate your business readiness, go to www.sba.gov and click on "New Free Online Course." The SBA's Small Busi­ ness Training Network offers a range of online business training and counseling tools to assist entrepreneurs with business start-up, from devel­ oping marketing strategies to effective employee manage­ ment. The training network is an easy-to-use tool that pro­ vides 24-hour access to busi­ ness courses via the Internet. Let Dennis Houck protect your assets After 36 years in the in­ surance business I've learned that bigger is not necessarily better. Recently I managed six retail insurance sales of­ fices in six counties of north­ west North Carolina. I am a certified insurance counselor and accredited advisor in in­ surance. I have been married to Nancy Houck for 25 years. We have four children, three grandchildren and a dog. I am a deacon at Midway Bap­ tist Church, member of Ashe Lodge #594, AF&AM. I also am District 9 Representative on the Independent Insur­ ance Agents of North Caro­ lina Board of Directors. If you are looking for a pro­ fessional agent that will pro­ tect your assets and give you personalized service that you are paying for but not getting, please give me a call. I invite all of my friends and former clients to call me for a^free quote at 877-7218. --Dennis Houck, CIC, AAI Igcai (Sotww liiMi nt-m-mr These animals are available for adoption. Sandra Hamm, Lynda McDaniel, Polly Jones, and Nathan Ham. Ashe County Democratic Party holds annual convention The Ashe County Demo­ cratic Party held its annual convention at 10 a.m. on April 14, 2007 at the headquarters in the old Centura Bank build­ ing in downtown West Jeffer­ son. A large group gathered to hear the keynote address by stat Representative Cullie Tarleton and comments by other elected officials, includ­ ing state Senator Steve Goss. They also elected a slate of officers for the coming two years. Melba Jones was re­ elected chairperson of the party and received a standing ovation for her decision to con­ tinue to serve in this capacity and for her outstanding lead­ ership of the party. The follow­ ing persons were elected to their posts: Jerry McMillan, first vice-chair; Polly Jones, second vice-chair; Nathan Ham, third vice-chair; Lynda McDaniel, secretary; Joann Alexander, treasurer; Sandra Hamm, assistant treasurer; and Rebecca Mann, state ex­ ecutive committee represen­ tative. Mrs. Jones recognized the outstanding work and devo­ tion to duty by the outgoing treasurer, Sandra Hamm. Mrs. Jones sad that the party was buying a commemorative brick for the 1904 Courthouse in recognition of her dedica­ tion to the party. In addition to the offi­ cers elected, 20 persons were elected as delegates to repre­ sent the county party at the district convention on May 19 at 1 p.m. in Statesville: A.B. and Joan Weaver, Re­ becca Mann; Frances, Josh, and Laurie Baumgardener; Ralph and Edith Bare; Paul and Melba Jones; Lloyd and Glenna Johnson; Ralph and Polly Jones; Richard and Mary Blackburn; Nathan Hamm; Jason Pennington; Gary Bar­ ber and Lisa Viers. an adult female husky mix of med size. She Is very sweet and has been rescued by a good Samaritan who wants to find her a good home. Chelsea Is a very sweet one year-old spayed female callaV manx cat w/.speclal needs. Her handicapped owner can no longer keep her. Chelsea Is also handicapped because she was born w/no feet. She must be a Inside cat. Can you help her? Spot Is an 8 mo. Old male cat who Is very handsome and great with kids. His brother just got adopted and he wants a good home too. He Is litter trained and used to being an inside cat. Butterfly Is a delightfully laid back husky mix pup of 8-10 weeks old. She Is veiy gentle, good with little kids and loves the couch! Please give her a loving home. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is looted directly In front of the Armoty on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesoclety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybeit.com Tribute to Mother Sunday, May 13th is Mothers' Day. Let's ail pay tribute to our mothers. The Jefferson Post Wilt be publishiny a special paye for Mothers on Friday, May 11th. you may place an ad for your mother on this paye. The cost is only $15 to place a photo and a Write up of 30 Words or less. All ads must be pre-paid. Deadline to place ad is Tuesday, May 8th by 5:00pm you may briny your information to our office at 203 S. Second Ace in West Jefferson (next to Hart Power Equipment) Mail to: Jefferson Post PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28696 We accept Visa and Master Cards For more information, call Geraldine at 336-866-7166 Mother's Name Your Name Phone Number Message � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 36 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0504 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., May 4, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 24 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-05-04